Archgard OPTIMA 30 - 1 Users Installation Operation & Maintenance Manual
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WARNING:
If the information in this manual is
not followed exactly, fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury or loss of
life.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
— 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 your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
— Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
Installer: Please leave this manual with the appliance owner for future reference
7116 Beatty Dr
Mission, BC V2V 6B4
Canada
OPTIMA 30
Gas Fireplace Insert
Room Heater
For use with natural gas or
propane
U
SERS
I
NSTALLATION
O
PERATION &
M
AINTENANCE
- 1
M
ANUAL
200-0046
5JUN01
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- Page 1 OPTIMA 30 Gas Fireplace Insert Room Heater For use with natural gas or propane SERS NSTALLATION PERATION & f i r e - p a r t s . c o m AINTENANCE WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, fire or explosion may result ANUAL causing property damage, personal injury or loss of...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Introduction General Information Appliance Description Dimensions and Clearances Installation Instructions 8 - 13 Operation Instructions 15 - 17 Maintenance Trouble Shooting Instructions 19– 20 Wiring Diagrams Servicing 22 - 24 Replacement Parts Warranty f i r e - p a r t s . c o m CAUTION Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies. -
Page 3: Introduction
PTIMA 30-1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations for choosing an Archgard fireplace. The Optima 30 is one of the most advanced fireplace insert heaters available. It is solidly designed using the latest technology and manufactured to the highest quality. It is our aim to provide you an appliance with many trouble free years of reliable service. -
Page 4: General Information
- ANSI Z21.88a-1998/CSA 2.33a-M98, Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters, - ANSI Z21.44-1995, CAN1-2.19-M81, Direct Vent Wall Furnaces - CAN/CGA-2.17-M91, Gas-Fired Appliances for Use at High Altitudes Please contact Archgard Industries Ltd., if you have any questions regarding the certification of this appliance. INSTALLATION CODES This appliance must be installed by a qualified gas appliance installer. -
Page 5: Appliance Description
PTIMA 30-1 APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION TOP VIEW ON-OFF SWITCH SPILL SAFETY SWITCH f i r e - p a r t s . c o m SLIDING FLUE CONNECTOR FRONT VIEW TOP GRILL GLASS DOOR BRICK PANELS LOG SET BOTTOM GRILL... -
Page 6: Dimensions And Clearances
PTIMA 30-1 DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS With standard aluminum surround 24 1/4” (616 mm) 18 3/4” (476 mm) 16” (406 mm) 20 3/8” (518 mm) 38” (965 mm) f i r e - p a r t s . c o m 11 3/8”... - Page 7 PTIMA 30-1 DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Cont... WARNING: Failure to position CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use SIDE VIEW only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal in- Combustible mantle allow in shaded jury area.
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Page 8: Installation Instructions
4500 ft. (1400 m) + 29,000 BTU/hr (8,500 watts) less 4% per 1000 ft. (300 m) Contact your Archgard dealer for the correct orifice size for the altitude your fireplace is at. Propane Pressure Settings: The inlet supply or line pressure must be a minimum of 11” wc (2.8 kPa) and a maximum of 14”... - Page 9 PTIMA 30-1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont... Before connecting the appliance to the gas supply line, double check that the appliance you have purchased is design for the gas type you are using. The gas type markings are located on the certification label and also on the appliance’s gas valve. Adequate clearance for proper installation and checking of the gas connections must be provided.
- Page 10 PTIMA 30-1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont... Cont... VENTING VENTING The appliance is equipped with a vent safety shutoff system and a safety control system Before starting, check the condition of the chimney. If necessary, have it cleaned of any soot or designed to protect against improper venting of combustion products.
- Page 11 PTIMA 30-1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont... SWITCH WIRING SPILL SAFETY SWITCH ON-OFF SWITCH WIRING SPILL SWITCH WIRING WIRE CLIP GROMMET f i r e - p a r t s . c o m SLIDING FLUE ADAPTER WARNING: Maximum clear- ance between front of unit and front of flue pipe SLIDING FLUE...
- Page 12 PTIMA 30-1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont... SWITCH MOUNTING AND WIRING SPILL SWITCH: The spill switch is located in a critical location to shut of the appliance in the event the draft is in- sufficient. It is located above and in front of the draft hood. Do not tamper with it’s location. In the event of insufficient draft the heat from the venting gases shuts off the gas to the burner.
- Page 13 PTIMA 30-1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont... PLACEMENT OF LOGS Locate the rear log on the locator pins and then the front logs on its pins. The branch fits over top as shown. It is locked into place with a pin on the Left Front Log and sits on the edge of the knot hole in the rear log.
- Page 14 PTIMA 30-1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont... OPTIONAL BAY DOOR INSTALLATION WARNING: THE OPTIONAL BAY DOOR IS A DECORATIVE OPTION ONLY AND IS MANUFACTURED WITH TEMPERED GLASS. THIS UNIT MUST NOT BE OPERATED WITHOUT THE FLAT CERAMIC GLASS DOOR SECURED IN PLACE, BEHIND IT. NOTE: Ensure the fireplace is turned off and cool, disconnect the power to the unit.
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Page 15: Operation Instructions
PTIMA 30-1 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE LIGHTING INITIAL OPERATION • Check that the appliance is properly vented and connected to the gas supply. • Check that the logs and branches are properly placed. • Check that all external parts, such as grills, door and faceplate are properly attached and fastened. - Page 16 PTIMA 30-1 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont.. AUTOMATIC VALVE START-UP PROCEDURE Set the thermostat, if present, to the lowest level. Press slightly and turn the control knob clockwise to the OFF position and wait 5 minutes; thus allowing any gases to escape which may have accumulated in the combustion chamber. Note: LP gases do not vent upward.
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Page 17: Operation Instructions
PTIMA 30-1 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont.. MANUAL VALVE START-UP PROCEDURE Press slightly and turn the control knob clockwise to the OFF position and wait 5 minutes; thus allowing any gases to escape which may have accumulated in the combustion chamber. Note: LP gases do not vent upward. Then follow step 2 and 3 to establish pilot. Press slightly and turn control knob counterclockwise to PILOT position;... -
Page 18: Maintenance
PTIMA 30-1 MAINTENANCE CAUTION : Do not conduct maintenance on the appliance while it is operating or while it is still hot. CLEANING THE APPLIANCE The exterior painted surfaces, glass and gold trims may be cleaned with a soft, non-abrasive cloth and water or a suitable, mild, non-abrasive cleaner. -
Page 19: Trouble Shooting Instructions
PTIMA 30-1 TROUBLE SHOOTING Please check to make sure the instructions are followed exactly before attempting trouble shooting of the appliance. WARNING: Trouble shooting and servicing of gas and electrical devices of the appliance should only be conducted by a qualified service technician. SYMPTOM ACTION Pilot will not light after... - Page 20 PTIMA 30-1 TROUBLE SHOOTING Cont... SYMPTOM ACTION The main burner does not 3. Check to make sure the thermostat is set high enough to turn turn on with the pilot lit. on the appliance. Cont... 4. Check that the remote switch or the thermostat is turned on. 5.
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Page 21: Wiring Diagrams
PTIMA 30-1 WIRING DIAGRAMS CONVECTION BLOWER SPEED CONTROL 110F (43ºC) N.O. THERMAL SNAP SWITCH LINE CONVECTION BLOWER 120 VAC NEUTRAL ELECTRICAL GROUND AUTOMATIC VALVE OPTIONAL SPARK ELECTRODE PILOT f i r e - p a r t s . c o m THERMOSTAT BURNER THERMOCOUPLE... -
Page 22: Servicing
SERVICING SERVICING UNDER WARRANTY Before servicing, read the terms and conditions of the Archgard warranty at the back of the manual. Contact the Archgard authorized dealer which you have purchased the appliance from and provide him with details of the problem and the installation information which the installer has fill out at the back of the manual. - Page 23 PTIMA 30-1 SERVICING Cont... CHANGING MAIN BURNER ORIFICE • Remove the glass door, log branches and the front logs. • Unscrew the 2 screws holding the left burner shields between the burner tubes and remove the shield. • Remove the adjustment wing nut and slide the air shutter away from the orifice cap. •...
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Page 24: Servicing
In the event your glass cracks or breaks, it must be replaced by the exact same size and mate- rial. It is made from high temperature ceramic material. See replacement parts list and contact your nearest Archgard dealer. • Remove door and carefully remove all traces of glass and gasket material. -
Page 25: Replacement Parts
PTIMA 30-1 Replacement Parts for OPTIMA 30 Item # Item Description Unit 200-0046 OWNER'S MANUAL, OPTIMA 30 1 EA 300-0030 HINGE, SELF-CLOSING BRASS 2 EA 300-0031 MAGNET, .1/4" x .875" X 1", #7 PULL 2 EA 300-0034 CATCH, DOOR LATCH, 1-11/16" x 1-3/16" 2 EA 301-0023 ORIFICE, CAP #53... -
Page 26: The Appliance
This Limited Warranty is made by ARCHGARD INDUSTRIES LTD. hereinafter referred to as "Archgard". Archgard warrants to the original consumer that the gas burning fireplaces will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service, for a lifetime. -
Page 27: Warranty Registration
PTIMA 30-1 Postage WARRANTY REGISTRATION ARCHGARD INDUSTRIES LTD. 7116 BEATTY DRIVE MISSION, B.C. CANADA V2V 6B4 FOLD DOWN AT LINE f i r e - p a r t s . c o m FOLD DOWN AT LINE & TAPE CLOSED Model No:____________________ Serial No:___________ Date Installed: _____/____/______ Name &...
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