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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...
CONTENTS Introduction General Information Appliance Description Dimensions and Clearances Installation Instructions 9 - 15 Operation Instructions 16 - 18 Maintenance Trouble Shooting Instructions 20– 21 Wiring Diagrams Servicing 23 - 25 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.
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.
- 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.
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...
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”...
PTIMA 30-1 DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Cont... CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury SIDE VIEW Combustible mantle allow in shaded 6”...
4500 ft. (1372 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”...
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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.
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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 have it cleaned of any soot or creosote. designed to protect against improper venting of combustion products.
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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...
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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 insufficient. 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.
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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.
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.
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.
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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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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;...
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.
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 pressing...
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PTIMA 30-1 TROUBLE SHOOTING Cont... SYMPTOM ACTION The main burner does not turn 3. If using an optional thermostat, check to make sure the thermostat is on with the pilot lit. Cont... set high enough to turn on the appliance. 4.
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 “MILLIVOLT” VALVE f i r e - p a r t s . c o m PILOT ASSEMBLY OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH, WALL ELECTRODE...
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.
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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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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.
This Limited Warranty is made by ARCHGARD INDUSTRIES LTD, hereinafter referred to as “Archgard”. Archgard warrants to the original purchaser of an Archgard gas burning fireplace (s) that the product will be free of defects in materials and workman- ship under normal use and service, for a “lifetime”.
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PTIMA 30-1 NOTES…... f i r e - p a r t s . c o m...
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:____________________________ Date Installed: _____/_____/______ Serial No:____________________________ Telephone: ( ______ ) ______ - _________ Name &...
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PTIMA 30-1 NOTES…... f i r e - p a r t s . c o m...
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Archgard Industries LTD. 1776 Beatty Drive Mission, British Columbia, Canada V2V 6B4 Telephone: 604-820-8262 f i r e - p a r t s . c o m Telephone Toll Free: 877-820-9800 Fax: 604-820-8881 Fax Toll Free: 866-820-2802 Website: www.archgard.com...
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