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Valor 1600IN Installation & Owner's Manual

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DV ZC Two-Sided Gas Fireplace
1600IN (NG) & 1600IP (LPG)
DANGER
!
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the hot
viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall be
installed for the protection of children and other at-risk
individuals.
!
WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly
could result in serious injury, death, or
property damage.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other
fl ammable 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.
▪ Leave the building immediately.
▪ 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 fi re department.
— Installation and service must be
performed by a qualifi ed installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
4003537-09
©2016, Miles Industries Ltd.
L1 S
Installation & Owner's Manual
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
ERIES
Please read this manual
BEFORE installing and
operating this appliance.
This manual contains instructions to install the
ENGINE ONLY. A front or trim kit is REQUIRED
to install the engine. A barrier screen is provided
with the front or trim kit. Refer to the manual
supplied with the front or trim for installation.
This appliance may be installed in an
after-market 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, unless a certifi ed kit is used.
This appliance is a domestic room-heating
appliance. It must not be used for any other
purposes such as drying clothes, etc.
This appliance is suitable for installation in a
bedroom or bed sitting room.
Ce guide est disponible en français sur demande.
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  • Page 1 L1 S ERIES DV ZC Two-Sided Gas Fireplace 1600IN (NG) & 1600IP (LPG) Installation & Owner’s Manual DANGER I N S TA L L E R L e a v e t h i s m a n u a l HOT GLASS WILL w i t h t h e a p p l i a n c e .

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    190–2255 Dollarton Highway, licensed plumber or gas fi tter in the State of North Vancouver, BC, CANADA V7H 3B1 Massachusetts. Also, see Carbon Monoxide Tel. 604-984-3496 Fax 604-984-0246 Detector requirements on page 18. www.valorfi replaces.com...

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions READ and UNDERSTAND all instructions carefully Due to the high temperature, the appliance should be before starting the installation. FAILURE TO FOLLOW LOCATED out of traffi c areas and away from furniture these installation instructions may result in possible fi re and draperies.

  • Page 4: Safety And Your Fireplace

    Child Safety Precautions and Recommendations, A physical barrier is strongly • recommended if there are young Parts of your Valor Fireplace become • children, or at-risk individuals in the extremely hot while in operation. house. Install an approved after- The glass viewing window •...

  • Page 5: Owner's Information

    For purchasing a Valor by Miles Industries. Your new EXTREMELY HOT!!! radiant gas heater is a technical appliance that must be installed by a qualifi ed dealer. Each Valor fi replace • READ the SAFETY information on pages is fully tested during the production process for your 3 and 4 of this manual BEFORE operating safety and comfort.

  • Page 6: Cleaning Your Fireplace

    OWNER’S Owner’s Information INFORMATION Cleaning Your Fireplace To remove the window for cleaning: 1. Remove the barrier screen. WARNING a) 1555 1” trim: slide the screen up, unhook the DO NOT TOUCH THE GLASS WHILE IT IS HOT! bottom tabs and disengage the top tabs. Let the fi...
  • Page 7 2. Push the top Damage caused by incorrect window installa- Section Views of the window tion is not covered by the Valor warranty. frame against the fi rebox. 5. If the Hot Glass Warning plate has been removed from the front lower corner of the window, reinstall it by sliding it between the glass and the frame as indicated.

  • Page 8: Checking Pilot And Burner Flames

    OWNER’S Owner’s Information INFORMATION 6. Reinstall the barrier screen on the trim. Thermocouple Probe Pilot Flame must be in Flame WARNING FOR SAFETY PURPOSE, ensure the barrier screen is re-installed on the fireplace front after maintenance. The appliance area must always be kept clear and a) 1555 1”...

  • Page 9: Using Remote Control Handset Wall Holder

    OWNER’S Owner’s Information INFORMATION Servicing Your Fireplace 1. Pull on the plate next to the wall switch to access the If any attention is required for your appliance, contact batteries. your supplier quoting the model number. It will be 2. Disconnect the snap helpful if the appliance’s serial number can also connector from the battery be quoted.

  • Page 10: How To Ensure Your Fireplace Cannot Be Turned On Inadvertently

    OWNER’S Owner’s Information INFORMATION Automatic Shut-Off (in certain conditions) As well, familiarize yourself with the gas shut-off valve location in your house. As indicated below, the gas is Your fi replace’s remote control is equipped with an running when the handle is parallel with the pipe. The automatic shut-off mechanism which is activated in gas is off when the handle is perpendicular with the certain conditions.

  • Page 11: Remote Control Operation

    OWNER’S Remote Control Operation INFORMATION NOTE: Before using the remote control system for IMPORTANT: BEFORE YOU BEGIN, please note that the fi rst time, the receiver and the handset must be on this system, the settings of time, temperature and synchronized.
  • Page 12 OWNER’S Remote Control Operation INFORMATION MODES OF OPERATION • Press and hold (small fl ame) button to decrease fl ame height or • Briefl y pressing the SET button to set the appliance at pilot fl ame. changes the mode of operation in •...
  • Page 13 OWNER’S Remote Control Operation INFORMATION SETTING THE ON / OFF TEMPERATURES SETTING THE “NIGHTTIME SETBACK” SETTING THE “DAYTIME” TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE Default Settings: (sun), 23ºC / 74ºF Default Settings: (moon), “ ” (OFF) TEMP T E M P • Briefl y press SET button to scroll to •...
  • Page 14 OWNER’S Remote Control Operation INFORMATION SETTING PROGRAM TIMERS SETTING P1 OFF TIME • You can program two periods of time between 12:00 • Briefl y press SET button to scroll am and 11:50 pm in each 24-hour cycle. to TIMER (moon) while the •...
  • Page 15 OWNER’S Remote Control Operation INFORMATION Timer Programming Example (default temperatures shown) 4:00 p.m.— 6:00 a.m.— 8:00 a.m.— 10:00 p.m.— ☼ 6:00 a.m.— ☼ ☼ ☽ ☽ Start time Start time End time End time Start time ☼ ☼ ☽ ☽ Set temp 40˚F Set temp...

  • Page 16: Wall Switch Operation

    OWNER’S Wall Switch Operation INFORMATION The Wall Switch can be used to TO ADJUST FLAME HEIGHT control your fi replace. You can turn the pilot on or off and you can • Press and hold large fl ame increase or decrease the fl ame button to gradually increase height.

  • Page 17: Lighting Instructions

    OWNER’S Lighting Instructions INFORMATION FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE LIGHTING FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fi re or explosion may result WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

  • Page 18: Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

    QUALIFIED Commonwealth of Massachusetts INSTALLER State of Massachusetts Carbon Monoxide 3. SIGNAGE. A metal or plastic identifi cation plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the Detector/Vent Terminal Signage building at a minimum height of eight (8) feet above Requirements grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled...
  • Page 19 QUALIFIED Commonwealth of Massachusetts INSTALLER (d) MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS - GAS EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM NOT PROVIDED. When the manufacturer of a Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment does not provide the parts for venting the fl ue gases, but identifi...

  • Page 20: Specifi Cations

    Standard for Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters for use in Supply Gas Canada and USA, and to CGA 2.17-91 High Altitude Heater engine 1600IN is used with natural gas. Standard in Canada. This appliance is for direct vent Heater engine 1600IP is used with propane gas.

  • Page 21: Overview

    QUALIFIED Overview INSTALLER Supplied as horizontal side outlet, fi eld convertible to top vertical outlet. Framing—See Framing Requirements 1/2 inch thick non-combustible cement board – Remote Handset Remote Battery NOT supplied Wall Holder 1600 and Wall Switch Kit heater (required) (25-foot wire length) (supplied) i m m arri...

  • Page 22: Dimensions & Location

    QUALIFIED Dimensions & Location INSTALLER Dimensions 51-1/4” (1302 mm) Zero Clearance 45-1/4” (1050 mm) Stand-Offs Center Line 3” (76 mm) 18-1/2” 1-3/8” (470 mm) (35 mm) 9-1/4” (235 mm) Center Heat shield Valve access side of vent Zero Clearance required for Stand-Offs side vent outlet...

  • Page 23: Mantel & Hearth Clearances

    QUALIFIED Mantel & Hearth Clearances INSTALLER Combustible Mantel—Left Side View Same dimensions and restrictions Ceiling apply to both sides of the appliance Mantel Projection (from Face of Cement Board) 0 2” 4” 6” 8” 10” 12” 44” Mantel 42” Height (from 40”...
  • Page 24 QUALIFIED Mantel & Hearth Clearances INSTALLER Combustible Sidewall / Mantel Leg—Top View FIREPLACE Face of Finished Wall Fireplace Opening 39-11/16” Wall Min. 4” to wall or combustible...

  • Page 25: Framing Requirements

    QUALIFIED Framing Requirements INSTALLER Framing Dimensions NOTE: Height of cavity may be affected by vent configuration with clearance - see page 26. 1/2” thick non-combustible cement board required above, on each side and below Between underside engine opening (NOT supplied) of header and bottom - see page 36.
  • Page 26 QUALIFIED Framing Requirements INSTALLER Venting Considerations—Vertical Takeoff Notes—ALL venting considerations • Dimensions of venting are based on using Dura-Vent elbows. Elbow curve radius dimensions will vary when using 12” pipe section other brands and in general are slightly bigger. • Minimum 12 inches vertical pipe section required within vent system either right off unit or downstream after horizontal run.

  • Page 27: Venting

    QUALIFIED Venting INSTALLER Top or Side Outlet Framing Vent in Combustible Walls & Ceilings This unit is supplied with a top vent outlet which can be fi eld-converted to a side vent outlet. See Appliance When penetrating through combustible walls and Preparation section for more information.

  • Page 28: Co-Axial Venting

    QUALIFIED Co-axial Venting INSTALLER Typical Co-axial Venting Components HORIZONTAL TERMINATION 2-PIECE VERTICAL WALL THIMBLE TERMINATION PIPE STORM LENGTH COLLAR 90˚ ELBOW FLASHING PIPE LENGTH ATTIC INSULATION SHIELD 90˚ ELBOW ATTIC HORIZONTAL FIRESTOP TERMINATION 2-PIECE WALL THIMBLE CEILING FIRESTOP PIPE PIPE LENGTH LENGTH 90˚...
  • Page 29 QUALIFIED Co-axial Venting INSTALLER How to Read the Venting Chart be used. Excludes the 45 degrees take-off elbow shipped with the appliance. The chart below applies to co-axial roof or wall 6. Each 90 degrees elbow installed on the horizontal termination.
  • Page 30 QUALIFIED Co-axial Venting INSTALLER Restrictor The restrictor is located in the roof of the fi rebox hidden above the top liner panel. Adjust the restrictor before installation of the top liner panel. Should subsequent adjustment be required, you will need to remove the top liner panel—see page 40.
  • Page 31 QUALIFIED Co-axial Venting INSTALLER Horizontal Vent Termination Location or a safety hazard. Local codes or regulations may require greater clearances. • The vent terminal must be located on an outside • The vent terminal must not be recessed into a wall wall or through the roof.
  • Page 32 QUALIFIED Co-axial Venting INSTALLER Vertical Vent Termination Overhang should not extend beyond vent if within 48” of Horizontal termination cap Roof Minimum overhang Pitch "H" (feet) Flat to 7/12 Termination Min. 24” Over 7/12 to (unvented soffit) 1.5' 8/12 Min. 36” Vertical Min.

  • Page 33: Co-Linear Venting

    QUALIFIED Co-linear Venting INSTALLER Conversion to Co-Linear Liners using generic Co-Linear Adapters two lengths of 2-ply 3” dia. fl exible chimney liner Co-linear portion of vent system may only be installed approved for venting gas appliances, a co-linear within a solid-fuel burning fi replace and chimney. The appliance must not be connected to a chimney fl...

  • Page 34: Installation Planning

    QUALIFIED Installation Planning INSTALLER Installer—READ THIS FIRST Only qualifi ed licensed or trained personnel 7. Remove the window on the valve access side of should install this appliance. the appliance. 8. Install the venting system and tape vent pipe joints. 1.

  • Page 35: Install Heat Shield (Side Outlet Only)

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Heat Shield (side outlet only) Fit the appliance into framing Install the heat shield on the top of the appliance case 1. Remove the 4 screws (3 screws). If using the top outlet, discard the shield. retaining the engine to its pallet.

  • Page 36: Plan Wall Finish

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Plan Wall Finish Non-combustible cement board Gypsum board The L1 Linear see-thru fi replace requires Min. 53” up to perimeter a 1/2” (13 mm) thick non-combustible (1346 mm) of cement board cement board to be used as a wall surface 40”...

  • Page 37: Remove Window

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Cracking wall fi nishes • Always use tape over joints. • Behind joints, double up studs or use studs “on the If a clean fi nish with no tile, etc. is desired, joints in fl at” to add extra support to the joint. Adhesive on the cement board and the transition to gypsum board will require special attention if future cracking is to be the backside of wall board behind any joints can...

  • Page 38: Set-Up Gas Supply

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Set-up Gas Supply The gas supply inlet connec- tion is a 3/8” NPT male con- nector located on the left hand side of the fi rebox. Valve access side The unit is supplied with a stainless steel fl ex line to allow the appliance to be Gas line access disconnected for service.
  • Page 39 QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Pressure Test Points Valve Inlet The minimum supply pressure is given in the section Pressure Specifi cations of this manual—page 20. All piping and connections must be tested for leaks af- ter installation or servicing. All leaks must be corrected Manifold Test immediately.

  • Page 40: Install Liners

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Liners 3. Let the top panel protruding part rest on the cut out of the upper part of the side panel. The liners install in the manner outline below. Unpack them carefully as they are fragile. Ceramic panels 1.

  • Page 41: Install Driftwood Kit 1505Dwk

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Driftwood Kit 1505DWK 3. Carefully spread the vermiculite on the surface of burner patting it gently with your hand to form a Material required single layer to the approximate level of the top of • Black steel platform (supplied with appliance) the fl...
  • Page 42 QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Logs and rocks 3. Place the front left log as indicated. The log and rocks pack contains a center log which is not being used in this installation. Another log is provided with the fi replace in a small separate box and should be used instead.

  • Page 43: Install Decorative Glass Murano 1500Dgm

    IMPORTANT: Approved for use only with the fi reglass provided with your Valor fi replace or the tempered crushed fi reglass brands American Fireglass™ or fi regear. The use of any other fi reglass products may void your fi...
  • Page 44 QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER 2. Install the glass plate on the platform, the textured WARNING side underneath and the smooth side on top. The CHOKING HAZARD! Ensure that the fi replace plate is fl ush with the edge of the burner. Like for the steel platform underneath, push the glass platform area is clear of fi...

  • Page 45: Install Decorative Glass Set 1500Dgs

    IMPORTANT: Approved for use only with the fi reglass indicated. provided with your Valor fi replace or the fi reglass brands American Fireglass™ or fi regear. The use of any other fi reglass products may void your fi replace warranty.
  • Page 46 QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER 7. Carefully spread the fi reglass in the tray and on the burner. Do not overfi ll the burner to avoid blocking the burner ports. Ideally, one layer of fi reglass on the burner is suffi cient. Pilot shield Fireglass installed—top view NOTE: Ensure the area around the pilot shield is...

  • Page 47: Install Rocks & Shale Set 1514Rss

    INSTALLER Install Rocks & Shale Set 1514RSS IMPORTANT: Use only the ceramic rocks, twigs and shale provided with your Valor fi replace The use of Material required any other types of rocks, twigs or shale may void your • Black steel platform (supplied with appliance) fi...
  • Page 48 QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER 2. Mix the black and grey shale pieces and spread them in one layer thick on top of the burner around the three rocks. Do not overfi ll! 3. Install the rocks around the shale bed according to the image shown below.

  • Page 49: Refi T Window

    fi replace, damage components, cause overheating resulting in dangerous conditions. Damage caused by incorrect window installa- tion is not covered by the Valor warranty. 5. If the Hot Glass Warning plate has been removed from the front lower corner of the window, reinstall it by sliding it between the glass and the frame as indicated.

  • Page 50: Install Remote Battery And Wall Switch Kit Rbwsk (Required)

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Remote Battery and Wall Switch Kit 4. Run harness assembly to mounted position of junction box, securing harness to framing using RBWSK (required) insulated staples (not included) The Remote Battery and Wall Switch Kit is provided 5.
  • Page 51 QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER 8. Mount switch plate to junction box with 2 screws 12. Position battery holder to rear face and secure provided note: switch position left or right to suit together with cable tie. note clearance is required homeowner wishes. for battery snap connection.

  • Page 52: Set-Up Remote Control

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Set-up Remote Control Reset button The receiver and the handset of the remote control sys- Velcro tem must be initially synchronized before the fi rst use. 1. Insert one 9 V alkaline battery in the handset. 2. Locate the Reset button on the top side of the Appliance’s receiver.

  • Page 53: Install Trim And Barrier Screen

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Trim and Barrier Screen Install the trim chosen by the customer for their fi replace. Install as well the barrier screen which is provided with the trim. Show the customer how to remove the barrier screen to access the controls.

  • Page 54: Wiring Diagram

    QUALIFIED Wiring Diagram INSTALLER Remote Battery Holder Wall 4 AA Switch Batteries 5-pin connector 9-Volt connector GV60 Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 55: Approved Venting Components

    QUALIFIED Approved Venting Components INSTALLER Approved Direct Vent Suppliers for Valor Models 1100, 1150, 1200 , 1400, 1500, 1600 and 1700 Venting Parts Code / availability by Manufacturer Venting Parts Description Standard Co-axial 46DVA-HC 4DT-HC TM-4HT — — 4DHC round...
  • Page 56 fi nishes: a) aluminium; b) black powder coated; c) solid copper. 5. Miles Industries Valor Co-linear adapter 1156CLA cannot be used with models 1200 and 1600. Use only with models 1100, 1150, 1400, 1500 and 1700.

  • Page 57: Warranty

    The warranty registration card must be completed by the initial owner and returned to the Company within 90 days of purchase. Alternatively, the warranty registration form may be fi lled out online at www.valorfi replaces.com. b) Installation and maintenance must be performed by an authorized and trained dealer in accordance with the Company’s installation instructions.

  • Page 58: Spare Parts

    OWNER’S Spare Parts INFORMATION Part Part Code Description Code Description Number Number Heat shield 4003049 Pipe s/s fl ex 4000345 45 degrees fl anged elbow 0945M Handset wall holder 9000008 Top stand-offs (4) 4002985 Handset G6R H3T5-ZV (BJ) 4001910 Side stand-offs (4) 4003527 Receiver G6R-R3AM-ZV (CP) 4001911...
  • Page 59 OWNER’S Spare Parts INFORMATION Part Code Description Number Center log see-thru 4003720 Decorative Glass Set 1500DGS Glacier Ice Fireglass, bagged (3) 4004521 Fireglass metal tray 4003473BY Middle platform brackets (2) 4003033 Hot glass warning plate 4003093 Rocks & Shale Set 1514RSS 1500DGM LH twig...
  • Page 60 OWNER’S Spare Parts INFORMATION 24-25 19-23 27a, 27b 14a, 14b 36a, 36b...

  • Page 61: Index

    Index Automatic shut off. See Remote control Installation. See also Fuel beds; Framing; hot hearth/fl oor/wall 5, 21 pilot, fi re OFF 4 Liners; Venting; Wall fi nishing Automatic turn down. See Remote overview 21 precautions 4 control planning 34 Service Barrier screen.
  • Page 63 Thank You ... For purchasing a Valor by Miles Industries. Your new radiant gas heater is a technical appliance that must be installed by a qualifi ed installer. Please fi ll in the information below. The information provided will be used for customer records only.
  • Page 64 Tape Shut Fold here Postage needed Miles Industries Ltd. 190 - 2255 Dollarton Highway North Vancouver, BC V7H 3B1 Canada Online Warranty registration at www.valorfi replaces.com Thank you for choosing a Valor Product...

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