INSTALLATION & OPERATING MANUAL #942 DIRECT VENT DESIGN-CERTIFIED TO: DECORATIVE & WALL FURNACE ANSI PERFORMANCE & SAFETY STANDARDS U.S. PATENTS: #5.931.154, #5,967,139 #6,004,493 IMPORTANT: READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLATION. FAILURE TO INSTALL THIS FIREPLACE CORRECTLY CAN CAUSE SERIOUS STRUCTURAL AND FIRE HAZARDS AND MAY VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
MODEL #942 DIRECT VENT DECORATIVE / ROOM HEATER GAS BURNING FIREPLACE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THIS FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER, SERVICE AGENCY OR THE GAS SUPPLIER.
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WARNING: Do not use this fireplace if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect this appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water. WARNING: DO NOT REPLACE THE BURNER WITH ANY OTHER SIZED BURNER.
VENTING GUIDELINES IMPORTANT: THIS FIREPLACE IS APPROVED FOR USE ONLY WITH ONE OF THE FOLLOWING DIRECT VENT SYSTEMS. THESE SYSTEMS MAY BE USED FOR HORIZONTAL OR VERTICALTERMINATIONS. - #844 DIRECT VENT TERMINATION KIT - for terminations of 3' or less. - #845 DIRECT VENT TERMINATION KIT - for terminations greater than 6' but less than 8'.
INSULATED TO PREVENT COLD AIR FROM ENTERING THE ROOM. NOTE: Due to high temperatures, this fireplace should be located out of traffic areas and away from furniture and draperies. Figure 2A MODEL #942 DIRECT VENT NOTE: 1/4" CLEARANCE Page 4...
TERMINATION VENT CAP LOCATION: This gas appliance must not be connected to a chimney flue serving another type of appliance. IMPORTANT! Horizontal Terminations using either the #800 Series Direct Vent System, Simpson Dura-Vent DV-GS Chimney System or Ameri-Vent Direct Vent System must follow the clearances to doors, windows, and ground level as shown below for proper vent cap location. GENERAL: Terminations against vinyl siding must use a vinyl siding protector.
B) FRAME & POSITION THE FIREPLACE Frame an opening for the firestop / wall thimble. The location of this opening is determined by your venting specifications. Refer to the information below. Figure 3 TYPICAL HORIZONTAL INSTALLATIONS: Dimensions are 12 1/2" wide x 12 1/2" high when using the #800 series direct vent kits and 11"...
REMOVE THE GLASS ASSEMBLY. A. Locate the spring-loaded handles securing the glass assembly (under the firebox). B. Pull the latch handles out, then down to release the glass assembly. C. Pull the bottom of the glass assembly out and lift up off the tabs at the top. D.
C) VENTING REQUIREMENTS HORIZONTAL TERMINATIONS: IMPORTANT: THIS FIREPLACE IS APPROVED Minimum 6" run directly from appliance outlet, followed by a FOR USE ONLY WITH ONE OF THE FOLLOWING 45-degree elbow. DIRECT VENT SYSTEMS. Minimum horizontal run outlet: 6" Maximum Horizontal run: 20 ft. (with 1/4" per foot incline) Note: We recommend using the #800 series direct vent system for horizontal vent runs only.
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TO BE BUILT AROUND THE CHIMNEY ABOVE THE ROOF LINE. A 2" CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS MUST BE MAINTAINED AROUND THE PIPE. EXAMPLE OF TYPICAL HORIZONTAL & VERTICAL TERMINATIONS Figure 7A Note: Simpson Dura-Vent Note: Kozy Heat Direct Vent System chimney system shown in shown in horizontal termination. vertical termination. Page 9...
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TYPICAL HORIZONTAL TERMINATION Figure 7B *SIMPSON DURA-VENT DV-GS VENT SYSTEM: *AMERI-VENT DIRECT VENT SYSTEM: Follow the installation instructions included with the vent system along with the following requirements: - Vent runs must be in compliance as outlined on pages #6 - #9 of this installation manual. Straight vertical runs of 15 - 40 ft.
INSTALLATION OF #800 SERIES DIRECT VENT TERMINATION KIT(S) IMPORTANT: The flex pipe is permanently attached to the exterior plate. DO NOT ATTACH the #844 or #845 termination kit to the fireplace (or extension kit) until it has passed through the wall or roof. The termination plates should all be installed on the exterior of the outside wall or top of supporting chase on the roof.
Referring to Figure 9, page #11: NOTE: Attachment brackets are included with the termination kit. These optional brackets should be screwed or nailed (screws not provided) onto the top and bottom of the 12 1/2" square opening, on the exterior of the house. The termination plates then fit between these brackets, and using the screws provided, screw the brackets to the termination kit box (A).
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Connect the chimney sections: Place a bead of sealant outside the 5" flex pipe collar on the termination kit (#844 or #845) and slide inside the 5" collar - the end with the internal notches - on the extension kit. Secure with 3 additional evenly spaced screws.
D) FAN INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL) INSTALLATION OF THIS FAN SHOULD BE DONE ONLY BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER. IMPORTANT: IF THE FAN IS INSTALLED AFTER THE FIREPLACE INSTALLATION, THE LOWER GRILL MUST BE REMOVED TO PROPERLY INSTALL. NOTE: If a fan is going to be installed, the wiring must be done prior to enclosing the sides of the fireplace. An electrical box &...
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to Figure 11. Remove the lower grill, if installed. OPTIONAL: For easier installation, the fans may be separated by unplugging the three-prong plug from the receptacle in the right fan assembly. Slide the right fan (with receptacle) (A) through the lower grill opening and place over the (2) right side mounting studs (B) located towards the back of the fireplace.
E) RUN THE GAS LINE. CAUTION: Installation of the gas line must only be done by a qualified person in accordance with local building codes. This fireplace is equipped with a 3/8" flexible gas line connection 18" long. NOTE: The gas line should be run to the point of connection where the manual shut off valve and flexible gas line will connect.
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NATURAL GAS ONLY: The minimum inlet gas supply pressure: 5.0 inches W.C. The maximum inlet gas supply pressure: 10.5 inches W.C. Manifold Pressure: 3.5 inches W.C. Manifold Pressure: (low setting) 1.7 inches W.C. Orifice size (0-2000 ft): 30 Input rating: 39,000 BTU/HR LP GAS ONLY: The minimum inlet gas supply pressure: 11.0 inches W.C.
F) MILLIVOLT BOARD REMOVAL / INSTALLATION. See Figures 12A & 12B. NOTE: This fireplace is equipped with the millivolt board and burner cover assembly already installed. Please ensure that all of the nuts are tightened, securing the board to the firebox bottom and the burner cover assembly is secured to the millivolt board.
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1/4" NUTS SECURING BURNER Figure 12C INSTALLING THE MILLIVOLT BOARD: NOTE: The millivolt board is fitted with a gasket to seal the board. Make certain this gasket is properly placed around the opening before installing the millivolt board. Grasp the burner with both hands and place inside the firebox, lining up the eight 1/4" holes in the board to the mounting studs on the firebox bottom.
G) LOG INSTALLATION. See Figures 13A - 13C. This #942-50E Log Set includes: (1) BC1-Log (1) AP2-Log (1) BB1-Log (1) Klinker pkg. (1) AY1-Log (1) AR1-Log (1) BD1-Log (1) AZ1-Log (1) JA1-Log (1) Rock wool embers pkg. Position the ‘JA1’ log onto the center of the burner cover, aligning the notches in the bottom of the log to the brackets in the burner cover.
H) THERMOSTAT - WALL SWITCH - REMOTE INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL). CAUTION: DO NOT CONNECT HIGH VOLTAGE (115V) WIRE TO THE GAS VALVE! NOTE: INSTALLATION OF A THERM OSTAT OR W ALL SW ITCH SHOULD ONLY BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER. If desired, a thermostat (w ireless style available), w all sw itch, or remote control assembly m ay be used to turn the fireplace ‘OFF’...
I) COMPLETE THE INSTALLATION 1. SECURE THE FIREPLACE: Nailing flanges are attached to the sides of the fireplace. Loosen, but do not remove the screws securing the nailing flanges at the sides of the fireplace and remove the nailing flanges. Locate the keyhole slots on the nailing flange &...
J) DAMPER CONTROL OPERATION This fireplace has been design-certified to be operated with the damper in the fully opened or completely closed positions, depending on the heat output desired. To reduce the amount the heat entering the room, open the damper control handle. This allows more of the heat generated to exit through the flue rather than into the home through the upper grill.
K) LIGHTING AND SHUTDOWN PROCEDURES NOTE: Prior to lighting, check all fittings for leakage. This is accomplished by applying soapy water on all connections made. If there is any leakage, bubbles will appear at the point of connection. If bubbles occur, tighten the fittings until the bubbles no longer appear. IMPORTANT: TEST ALL CONNECTIONS WHETHER FIELD OR FACTORY MADE.
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If knob does not pop out when released, stop and immediately call your service technician or gas supplier. If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn the gas control knob to "OFF" and call your service technician or gas supplier. 10.
PRESSURE TEST - MANIFOLD & INLET PRESSURE IMPORTANT NOTICE: A pressure check tap for both the manifold (outgoing) and inlet (incoming) pressure has been incorporated into the valve by S.I.T. Controls. The right pressure tap is the manifold pressure and the left pressure tap measures the incoming pressure.
L) MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS 1. The appliance should be inspected at least once MILLIVOLT BOARD SYSTEM a year by a professional service person. 1. Annual cleaning of the burner is required. The NOTE: INSTALLATION AND REPAIR SHOULD BE burner tube / cover may be removed for easier DONE ONLY BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON.
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE NOTE: The millivolt board includes the following items: Valve, pilot assembly, piezo, electrode, on/off rocker switch, burner tube, & burner orifice. If any of these items are defective, contact your dealer for the appropriate repair / replacement procedures to follow.
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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Burner won't light. Pilot not lit. Relight pilot. Regulator valve not turned “ON”. Turn valve to "ON". Rocker switch not turned “ON”. Press bottom of switch. Rocker switch wires not connected. Check wiring diagram below to ensure that all wires are secure. Generator wires loose at Reposition wires and tighten regulator terminals.
942900B Back Refractory Panel 942900S Side Refractory Panel (1 pc.) MANUFACTURED BY: Hussong Manufacturing Company, Inc. PATENTS: #5.931.154, #5.967.139, #6.004.493 204 Industrial Park Drive Lakefield, MN 56150 Model #942 DV - US INSTALLATIONS ONLY Revised: June 2007 www.kozyheat.com Page 30...
LIFETIME WARRANTY IS EXTENDED AS FOLLOWS: Hussong Manufacturing warranties to the original purchaser that the firebox, heat exchanger, fiber logs, burner tube and glass of this Kozy Heat fireplace will not be defective in material or workmanship under normal use and service for as long as you own this product.
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