BuckMaster CR18 User Manual

BuckMaster CR18 User Manual

Vent-free or vented gas logs

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VENT-FREE OR VENTED GAS LOGS
CR/DX 18", 24", 30" & CR 24" MOUNTAINEER ,
WARNING: If the following information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
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DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN
THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.
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WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
* Do not try to light any appliance.
* Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
* Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone.
Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
* If you cannot reach the gas supplier, call the fire department.
-Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
-This appliance is intended for supplemental heating.
This is an unvented and vented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed.
Provisions for adequate Combustion and Ventilation Air must be provided. Refer to Section V, page 34.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket, permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home, where
not prohibited by local codes.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not
convertible for use with other gases.
WARNING:
This appliance is equipped for (natural or propane) gas. Field conversion is not permitted.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference
New Buck Corporation
P.O. Box 69
200 Ethan Allen Drive
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
www.buckstove.com
MODEL CR/DX MANUAL
CR24 ASPEN LOG SETS
FOR NATURAL OR LIQUID PETROLEUM (L.P.)
WITH OPTIONAL HEAT SHIELD MODEL (19HS)
.
Revised January 2013

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  • Page 1 MODEL CR/DX MANUAL VENT-FREE OR VENTED GAS LOGS CR/DX 18”, 24”, 30” & CR 24” MOUNTAINEER , CR24 ASPEN LOG SETS FOR NATURAL OR LIQUID PETROLEUM (L.P.) WITH OPTIONAL HEAT SHIELD MODEL (19HS) WARNING: If the following information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION I: Safety Information ....................3 SECTION II: Residential Installation-Unvented Gas Logs ............6 Clearances ............................. 7 Gas Connection ..........................8 Preparing Log Kit .......................... 8 Log Placement Diagrams ......................9-16 Gas Pressure Check ........................17 Lighting Instructions-Millivolt Valve (SIT) ................18 Lighting Instructions-Modulating Valve (SIT) ................
  • Page 4: Section I: Safety Information

    SECTION I SAFETY INFORMATION WARNINGS IMPORTANT: READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE TRYING TO ASSEMBLE, OPERATE, OR SERVICE THE APPLIANCE. IMPROPER USE OF THESE LOGS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM BURNS, FIRE, EXPLOSION, AND CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING.
  • Page 5 5. Two models are available. One specific model for propane (LP) and one for natural gas. Use the correct gas type for your home. This unit is not field convertible. 6. If these gas logs are for use with propane gas, do not place propane suppl tank(s) inside any structure.
  • Page 6 18. Do not use the appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water. 19.
  • Page 7: Section Ii: Residential Installation-Unvented Gas Logs

    SECTION II RESIDENTIAL INSTALLATION OF GAS LOGS FIREPLACE PREPARATION The fireplace needs to be prepared before installing the gas logs. A. Turn off the gas supply to the fireplace. B. Any outside air ducts on the fireplace shall be permanently closed at the time of the appliance installation.
  • Page 8: Clearances

    WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR INSTALLATION ONLY IN A SOLID FUEL BURNING MASONRY OR UL127 FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE OR IN A LISTED VENTLESS FIREBOX ENCLOSURE. IT HAS BEEN DESIGN CERTIFIED FOR THESE INSTALLATIONS. EXCEPTION: DO NOT INSTALL THIS APPLIANCE IN A FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE THAT INCLUDES INSTRUCTIONS STATING IT HAS NOT BEEN TESTED OR SHOULD NOT BE USED WITH UNVENTED GAS LOGS.
  • Page 9: Gas Connection

    GAS CONNECTION Check gas type. Use only the type of gas indicated on the valve rating plate. If the type of gas listed on the plate is not your type of gas supply, DO NOT INSTALL. Contact your dealer for proper model.
  • Page 10: Log Placement Diagrams

    WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury. 18 (Fiber) Figure 2 LOG PLACEMENT FOR MODEL 24 (FIBER) LOG SETS (See Figure 3.) 1) Front log #1 has two notches in bottom of log.
  • Page 11 30 (Fiber) NEWER LOG SETS MAY HAVE A TWO (2) PIECE LOG. Retrofit Grate Figure 4 LOG PLACEMENT FOR MODEL 30 (FIBER) LOG SETS: Repeat steps for Model 24 (Fiber) Log Placement except before placing #1 front log into position, place the retrofit grate that comes with Model 30 logs over the two 3/4" x 3/4" square bar on legs of burner base.
  • Page 12 Open the cartons containing the Burner Base and the logs. Inside one of the cartons you will find the Burner Base. The logs are boxed separately. CR18: 1) Rear Log, 2) Ember strip, 3) Front log, 4) Top Log. WARNING: POSITIONING OF LOGS IS VERY CRITICAL.
  • Page 13 CR24 LOG SET (WITH DOUBLE BURNER DX24MV LOG BASE) Open the cartons containing the Burner Base and the logs. Inside one of the cartons you will find the Burner Base. The logs are boxed separately. CR24: 1) Rear Log, 2) Middle Log, 3) Front Log, 4) Right Top Log, 5) Left Top Log, 6) *Extreme Front log used only with C24DTB Tri Burner Base.
  • Page 14 CR24 MOUNTAINEER LOG SET (WITH DOUBLE BURNER DX24MV LOG BASE) WARNING: POSITIONING OF LOGS IS VERY CRITICAL. (See Figures 6a & 6b) LOG PLACEMENT FOR CR24 MOUNTAINEER LOG SETS: 1) Align the hole on back of the rear log (#1) with the right rear leg and slide down to the supports. Left side of rear log (#1) will simply rest on left support.
  • Page 15 CR30 LOG SET (WITH DOUBLE BURNER DX24MV LOG BASE) Open the cartons containing the Burner Base and the Log Set. Inside one of the cartons you will find the Burner Base. The Log Set is boxed separately. CR30: 1) Rear Log. 1) Middle Log. 2) Front Logs. 3A, 3B) Right Top Log. 4) Left Top Log 5). There are (2) two brass round knobs to enhance your Log Set.
  • Page 16 LOG PLACEMENT FOR CR30 LOG SET (SPLIT FRONT LOG) : WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with this diagram or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury. Page 14...
  • Page 17 CR24 ASPEN LOG SET (WITH DOUBLE BURNER DX24MV LOG BASE) WARNING: POSITIONING OF LOGS IS VERY CRITICAL. LOG PLACEMENT FOR CR24 ASPEN LOG SET: 1) Align the two holes on the bottom of the rear log #1 over rear base legs and slide down to the supports. 2) Place the middle log (#2) on the support between the front and rear burner sliding log flush to the back of the support.
  • Page 18: Gas Pressure Check

    GAS PRESSURE CHECK Check the inlet pressure to the burner to ensure that it is as shown in the table below. NOTE: The pressure check point is located on right side of valve facing the burner. The appliance and its appliance main gas valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressure in excess of 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa).
  • Page 19: Lighting Instructions-Millivolt Valve (Sit)

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Before operating this appliance, proceed through the following checklist. 1. Read and understand these instructions before operating this appliance. 2. Check that there are no gas leaks. If you smell gas do not attempt to light this appliance. 3.
  • Page 20 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read the safety information on the reverse side of this label (page 17). 2. Make sure manual shutoff valve is fully closed. If equipped with thermostat, set to the lowest setting. 3. Turn off all electrical power to the appliance. to the full “OFF”...
  • Page 21 * 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. Turn control knob counterclockwise to “ON”. 11. If using unit without wall thermostat place Auto/Off/Manual switch into the manual position.
  • Page 22 MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE 1. If the pilot cannot be ignited with the piezo, it can be manually lit with the use of a paper match and lighter rod. 2. Place the match in the holder and light. With the left hand, depress the control knob ...
  • Page 23: Lighting Instructions-Modulating Valve (Sit)

    LIGHTING INSTRUCTION MODULATING VALVE (SIT) FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be light by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.
  • Page 24 LIGHTING INSTRUCTION 1. STOP! Read the safety information on preceding page 21. 2. Set the thermostat to lowest setting. 3. Make sure manual shutoff valve is fully closed. 4. Turn off all electrical power to the appliance. 5. Open access panel door, located at the lower front center of the appliance. 6.
  • Page 25 REV. DATE DISCRIPTION APRVD DATE NEW RELEASE 12. Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to “ON” position. Continue to turn the gas control knob counterclockwise to your desired setting. 13. Close access panel door. N.T.S. PILOT 4-10-01 14. Turn on all electrical power to the appliance. J.GLENN B.H.
  • Page 26 THERMOSTAT CONTROL OPERATION The thermostat control used on this heater differs from standard thermostats. Standard thermo- stats simply turn the burner on and off. The thermostat used on this heater senses the room tem- perature. The thermostat adjusts the amount of gas flow to the burner. This increases or de- creases the burner flame height.
  • Page 27: Lighting Instructions-Manual Valve (Sit)

    LIGHTING INSTRUCTION MANUAL VALVE (SIT) FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.
  • Page 28 LIGHTING INSTRUCTION 1. STOP! Read the safety information on preceding page 25. 2. Set the thermostat to lowest setting. 3. Make sure manual shutoff valve is fully closed. 4. Turn off all electrical power to the appliance. 5. Open access panel door, located at the lower front center of the appliance. 6.
  • Page 29 REV. DATE DISCRIPTION APRVD DATE NEW RELEASE 12. Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to “ON” position. Continue to turn the gas control knob counterclockwise to your desired setting. 13. Close access panel door. N.T.S. PILOT 4-10-01 14. Turn on all electrical power to the appliance. J.GLENN B.H.
  • Page 30 THERMOSTAT CONTROL OPERATION The thermostat control used on this heater is very standard. It simply turns the burner on and off manually. The control knob can be set to any level between HI and LOW. MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE 1. If the pilot cannot be ignited with the piezo, it can be manually lit with the use of a paper match and lighter rod.
  • Page 31: Flame Check

    BURNER & PILOT FLAME CHECK A periodic check of the flames should be made. The pilot flame should always be present when the gas logs are in operation. See figure below. Rear Flames: The flames at the rear or at either side of the top log should be very similar, yellow in color, and should extend about 3"...
  • Page 32: Section Iii: Installation-Heat Shield

    SECTION III INSTALLATION OF LOGSET WITH (OPTIONAL) HEAT SHIELD MODEL 19HS For installation of gas supply see “Fireplace and Gas Connection” in Section II, page 8. NOTE: Centrally locate the Heat Shield in the fireplace and place it deep enough into the fireplace to accomplish adequate draft (if use as a vented heater is planned).
  • Page 33 REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR (OPTIONAL) HEAT SHIELD MODEL 19HS Always include correct name, part number, and model number of the heater when ordering service parts. KEY# PART DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER BLOWER PE-A2-40-01. Rating: .120 volts/60HZ/ .54 Amps 110 THERMOSTAT PE 400132 CHROME SHIELD PO HS14 POWER CORD...
  • Page 34: Wiring Diagram

    WARNING: CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE ALERTED TO THE HAZARDS OF HIGH SURFACE TEMPERATURES AND SHOULD STAY AWAY TO AVOID BURNS OR CLOTHING IGNITION. YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE CAREFULLY SUPERVISED WHEN THEY ARE IN THE SAME ROOM AS THESE GAS LOGS.
  • Page 35 WARNING: Electrical Grounding Instructions– This appliance is equipped with three- prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. WARNING: Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other accessories not approved for use with this heater.
  • Page 36: Section Iv: Installation-After Market Mobile Home

    SECTION IV AFTER MARKET MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION THIS APPLIANCE MAY BE INSTALLED IN AN AFTERMARKET*, PERMANENTLY LOCATED, MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOME, WHERE NOT PROHIBITED BY LOCAL CODES. *After Market: Completion of sale, not for the purpose of resale from the manufacturer. THIS APPLIANCE IS ONLY FOR USE WITH THE TYPE OF GAS INDICATED ON THE RATING PLATE.
  • Page 37: Heater Location

    NOTICE SOME AREAS IN THE UNITED STATES HAVE HIGHER REQUIREMENTS FOR CUBIC FEET PER 1000 BTU/ HOUR INPUT. (EX. CINCINNATI, OHIO CODES REQUIRE 70 CUBIC FEET). CHECK YOUR LOCAL CODE BEFORE INSTALLATION. DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR HEATER LOCATION DETERMINE IF YOU HAVE UNUSUALLY TIGHT CONSTRUCTION OR UNCONFINED SPACE Use this worksheet to determine if you have unusually tight construction or unconfined space.
  • Page 38 Example: Gas water heater 40000 BTU/Hr Vent-free heater + 18000 BTU/Hr Total = 58000 BTU/Hr *Does not include direct-vent gas appliances. Direct-vent draws combustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors. 4. Compare the maximum BTU/Hr the space can support with the actual amount of BTU/Hr used.
  • Page 39: Air For Combustion And Ventilation Inside Building

    AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION INSIDE BUILDING This fresh combustion and ventilation air would come from an adjoining unconfined space. When ventilating to an adjoining space, you must provide two permanent openings: one within 12" of the ceiling and one within 12" of the floor on the wall connecting the two spaces (See options 1 and 2, Figure 9).
  • Page 40: Air For Combustion And Ventilation Outdoors

    WARNING THIS HEATER MUST HAVE ADEQUATE AMOUNT OF AIR FOR PROPER OPERATION. IF NOT, POOR FUEL COMBUSTION COULD RESULT. READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS TO ENSURE PROPER AMOUNT OF AIR FOR THIS AND OTHER FUEL-BURNING APPLIANCES IN YOUR HOME. AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION OUTDOORS Provide extra fresh combustion and ventilation air by using ventilation grills or ducts.
  • Page 41: Section Vi: Vented Logs

    SECTION VI VENTED (1) This appliance must be installed only in a solid-fuel burning fireplace with a working flue and constructed of non-combustible materials. (2) A minimum of 34 sq. in. (Min. 6" chimney) or see page 41, permanent flue opening must be provided by either the fireplace chimney or chimney damper to vent the flue gases.
  • Page 42 (5) See: Gas Pressure Check, page 17. (6) See: Operating Instructions, pages 18-26. (7) See: Burner & Pilot Flame Check for proper flame pattern, page 30. (8) See: Cleaning Instructions, page 42. NOTE: Visually check the pilot and burner flames annually and monthly during seasons that the appliance is operating frequently.
  • Page 43: Important Safeguards

    IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Although your gas logs are very realistic in appearance, it is not a real burning fireplace and must not be used for burning solid fuel. To avoid irreparable damage to the heater or personal injury, matches, paper, garbage, or any other material must not be placed or thrown on top of the logs or into the flames.
  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING TURN OFF, UNPLUG HEATER AND LET COOL BEFORE SERVICING. ONLY A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON SHOULD SERVICE AND REPAIR HEATER. CAUTION NEVER USE A WIRE, NEEDLE, OR SIMILAR OBJECT TO CLEAN ODS/ PILOT. THIS CAN DAMAGE ODS/PILOT. OBSERVED POSSIBLE PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION...
  • Page 45 4. Air in gas lines when 4. Continue to hold down control installed knob. Repeat igniting operation until air is removed. 5. Depleted gas supply 5. Contact local propane gas company 6. ODS/PILOTt is clogged 6. Clean ODS/PILOTt or replace ODS/PILOTot assembly 7.
  • Page 46 OBSERVED POSSIBLE PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Burner does not light after ODS/ 1. Burner orifice is clogged 1. Clean burner (see Cleaning PILOT is lit and Maintenance) or replace burner orifice 2. Inlet gas pressure is too low 2. Contact local propane gas company Delayed ignition of burner 1.
  • Page 47 WARNING IF YOU SMELL GAS: * SHUT OFF GAS SUPPLY * DO NOT TRY TO LIGHT APPLIANCE * DO NOT TOUCH ANY ELECTRICAL SWITCH; DO NOT USE ANY PHONE IN YOUR BUILDING * IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR GAS SUPPLIER FROM A NEIGHBOR’S PHONE.
  • Page 48 OBSERVED POSSIBLE SOLUTION PROBLEM CAUSE Gas odor during combustion 1. Foreign matter between 1. Take apart gas tubing and control valve and burner remove foreign matter 2. Gas Leak. See 2. Locate and correct all leaks “WARNING” statement at top (See “Checking Gas Connections”) of previous page...
  • Page 49: Servicing And Replacement Parts

    NOTE: You may want to have your chimney cleaned by a professional before installing unit. SERVICING Repair and replacement work should only be done by a qualified service person. Always shut off the gas supply and make sure that heater is cool before beginning any service operation.
  • Page 50 SIT MILLIVOLT VALVE 18”, 24: BASE Figure 12 Page 48...
  • Page 51: Repair Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS SIT MODULATING OR SIT MANUAL VALVE 18”,24” BASE FOR LOG SETS PART DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER O.D.S. PILOT ASSEMBLY- (LP) PE 8402 O.D.S. PILOT ASSEMBLY- (NAT) PE 8251 PILOT TUBE 1/4" x 6" MF 146ALMTUB PILOT TUBE 3/16" MF 3161ALMTUB “H”...
  • Page 52 SIT MODULATING OR SIT MANUAL VALVE 18”,24” BASE Page 50...
  • Page 53: Warranty

    NEW BUCK CORPORATION 200 ETHAN ALLEN DRIVE SPRUCE PINE, NC 28777 We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable standard written warranty. make no other warranty, expressed or implied. LIMITED WARRANTY VENT-FREE AND VENTED GAS LOGS New Buck warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for two (2) years from the date of first purchase, provided that the product has been properly...
  • Page 54 Some states do not allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation on implied warran- ties, or exclusion or limitation on damages may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

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