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1500JN (NG) & 1500JP (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.
4005426-02
©2016, Miles Industries Ltd.
L1 S
DV ZC Gas Fireplace
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.
I N S TA L L E R
L e a v e t h i s m a n u a l
w i t h t h e a p p l i a n c e .
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  • Page 1 L1 S ERIES DV ZC Gas Fireplace 1500JN (NG) & 1500JP (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

    North Vancouver, BC, CANADA V7H 3B1 licensed plumber or gas fi tter in the State of Tel. 604-984-3496 Fax 604-984-0246 Massachusetts. Also, see Carbon Monoxide www.valorfi replaces.com Detector requirements on page 18. © Copyright Miles Industries Ltd., 2016. All rights reserved.

  • 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

    • READ the SAFETY information on pages be installed by a qualifi ed dealer. Each Valor fi replace is fully tested during the production process for your 3 and 4 of this manual BEFORE operating safety and comfort.

  • Page 6: Operating Your Fireplace For The First Time

    OWNER’S Owner’s Information INFORMATION Operating Your Fireplace for the First compromising the strength of the glass. An emulsion type cleaner is recommended. Time • Use a soft damp cloth to apply the cleaner. Dry the When operating your new fi replace for the fi rst time, glass with a soft, dry, preferably cotton cloth.
  • Page 7 fi replace, damage components, cause overheating resulting in dangerous conditions. Damage caused by incorrect window installa- tion is not covered by the Valor warranty. Bottom railing 5. If the Hot Glass Warning plate has been removed from the front lower corner of the window, 2.

  • Page 8: Checking Pilot And Burner Flames

    OWNER’S Owner’s Information INFORMATION 6. Reinstall the plinth and side doors. The appliance area must always be kept clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other 7. Reinstall the barrier screen on the trim. fl ammable vapors and liquids. WARNING Inspect the vent terminal outdoors regularly to make sure that snow, trees, bushes, leaves, or other objects...

  • Page 9: Using Handset Wall Holder

    OWNER’S Owner’s Information INFORMATION Servicing Your Fireplace 2. Disconnect the snap connector from the battery If any attention is required for your appliance, contact holder. Do not pull the your supplier quoting the model number. It will be connector by the wire! helpful if the appliance’s serial number can also 3.

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

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

  • 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 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. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand, remote control, or wall switch. Follow these instructions exactly.

  • Page 18: Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

    QUALIFIED Commonwealth of Massachusetts INSTALLER State of Massachusetts Carbon 3. SIGNAGE. A metal or plastic identifi cation plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the Monoxide Detector/Vent Terminal building at a minimum height of eight (8) feet above Signage Requirements grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance...
  • 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 1500JN is used with natural gas. Standard in Canada. This appliance is for direct vent Heater engine 1500JP is used with propane gas.

  • Page 21: Overview

    QUALIFIED Overview INSTALLER Mantel—See Mantel & Hearth Clearances Framing—See Framing Requirements Remote Handset 1/2 inch thick non-combustible cement Wall Holder board –NOT supplied S urrou Supplied as vertical outlet, fi eld Barr r ier Screen (required) convertible to horizontal outlet. Note - Vertical rise required in Nar r row 1”...

  • Page 22: Dimensions & Location

    QUALIFIED Dimensions & Location INSTALLER Dimensions 46” (1168 mm) 42” (1067 mm) Center Line LDK Duct Kit outlets (remove plates) Heat shield required for rear vent outlet Top View 18-1/2” applications (469 mm) 15-1/16” 15-1 6-5/8” dia. (383 mm) ) Venting Zero Clearance field-...

  • Page 23: Mantel & Hearth Clearances

    QUALIFIED Mantel & Hearth Clearances INSTALLER Combustible Mantel—Left Side View Ceiling Note: Use of the optional LDK Duct Kits affects mantel and hearth clearances. See instructions packed Mantel Projection with LDK Duct Kits. (from Face of Cement Board) 0 2” 4” 6” 8” 10” 12” 44”...
  • 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 mantel leg...

  • Page 25: Framing Requirements

    QUALIFIED Framing Requirements INSTALLER Framing Dimensions NOTE: Height of cavity may be affected by vent configuration - see page 26 Note: If using optional 1/2” thick non-combustible cement board required above, LDK Duct Kit, refer on each side and below Between underside to LDK instructions engine opening (NOT supplied)
  • Page 26 QUALIFIED Framing Requirements INSTALLER Framing with Partial Shelf—Top Outlet 15-1/16” (383 mm) Approx. 10-3/4” (274 mm) from back surface of wall finish to front surface of appliance case w/no vent offset 1/2” thick Min. 1” non-combustible (25.4 mm) Cement Board clearance to combustibles around...
  • Page 27 QUALIFIED Framing Requirements INSTALLER Framing with Partial Shelf—Top Outlet, vent elbow in cavity 15-1/16” (383 mm) Approx. 10-3/4” (274 mm) from back surface of wall finish to front surface of appliance Note - Vent case w/no elbow in cavity vent offset requires 9”...
  • Page 28 QUALIFIED Framing Requirements INSTALLER Framing with Full Shelf—Rear Outlet 20” (508 mm) from the font surface of the wall finish to the front surface of appliance case Heat shield 1/2” thick non-combustible Cement board For venting clearances, see Venting Chart section Fireplace opening FULL SHELF, rear outlet...

  • Page 29: Venting

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

  • Page 30: Co-Axial Venting

    QUALIFIED Co-axial Venting INSTALLER Typical Co-axial Venting Components HORIZONTAL TERMINATION VERTICAL 2-PIECE WALL THIMBLE TERMINATION STORM COLLAR PIPE LENGTH FLASHING ATTIC INSULATION SHIELD HORIZONTAL TERMINATION ATTIC Rear Outlet FIRESTOP CEILING FIRESTOP 2-PIECE WALL THIMBLE PIPE PIPE 90˚ ELBOW LENGTH LENGTH PIPE LENGTH PIPE...
  • Page 31 QUALIFIED Co-axial Venting INSTALLER How to Read the Venting Chart 5. Each 90 degrees elbow installed on the horizontal plane is equivalent to a 3 feet horizontal pipe; The chart below applies to co-axial roof or wall therefore, 3 feet must be subtracted from allowable termination.
  • Page 32 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 43.
  • Page 33 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 34 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 35: Co-Linear Venting

    fi replace and chimney. The appliance must not be connected to a chimney fl ue serving a separate solid-fuel burning appliance. Co-linear Requires the Valor Co-Axial to Co-Linear appliance adapter Adapter 1156CLA, two lengths of 2-ply 3” dia. fl exible 3” min.

  • Page 36: Installation Planning

    QUALIFIED Installation Planning INSTALLER Installer—READ THIS FIRST Only qualifi ed licensed or trained personnel 7. Install the venting system and tape vent pipe joints. should install this appliance. 8. Remove the window of the appliance. 1. YOU NEED TO KNOW FROM THE 9.

  • Page 37: Remove Heat Shield

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Remove Heat Shield Fit optional LDK Duct Kit’s take-off collars to appliance (if used) Remove the heat shield from the top of the appliance case (3 screws). See installation instructions packed with the LDK kits If using the top outlet, discard the shield. If using a rear for details.

  • Page 38: Plan Wall Finish

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Plan Wall Finish Non-combustible cement board Gypsum board The L1 Linear fi replace requires a 1/2” Min. 48” up to perimeter (13 mm) thick non-combustible cement board (1219 mm) of cement board to be used as a wall surface immediately 40”...

  • Page 39: Remove Window

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Cracking wall fi nishes • Always pre-drill screw holes through cement board and use screws with self-milling head. We recommend installing the optional LDK Duct Kit • Always use tape over joints. to reduce the wall temperatures and minimize the possibility of cracking wall fi...

  • Page 40: Install Electrical Wiring (For Optional Accessories)

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Electrical Wiring 2. Provide a steel surface mount electrical utility box (Iberville BC 1110 or equivalent), thread cable (for optional accessories) through knock-out in the back of box and through This section provides information to install the electric the cable clamp locking ring (if used).

  • Page 41: Set-Up Gas Supply

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER 5. Tighten cable clamp on outside of fi replace casing 7. Mount steel cover to electrical box and plug in the and secure and excess wire to framing. accessory cable. 6. Mount receptacle into electrical box. Set-up Gas Supply The gas supply inlet con- nection is a 3/8”...
  • Page 42 QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Pressure test the supply line for leaks. The appliance and its individual shut-off valve must be Window Flexible disconnected from the gas supply piping system during connector any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in supplied excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).

  • Page 43: Install Liners

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Liners 5. Place the right panel against the right wall of the fi rebox. The liners install in the manner outlined below with the exception of the 1525RGL—Refl ective Glass Liners: see instructions supplied with the liners. Unpack the liner panels carefully.

  • Page 44: 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 the fl ange at the edge of the burner. Do not pour too •...
  • Page 45 QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Logs and rocks 3. Place the rear right log as indicated. Each log has pegs to help you locate them on the platform. Install the logs as shown below. 1. Place the rear log in the center of the fi rebox at the rear.

  • Page 46: Install Decorative Glass Murano 1500Dgm

    ◊ 1 glass platform 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 47 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 48: 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 49 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 50: 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 51 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 52: 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 53: Install Remote Battery And Wall Switch Kit Rbwsk (Required)

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Remote Battery and Wall Switch 4. Run harness assembly to mounted position of junction box, securing harness to framing using Kit RBWSK (required) insulated staples (not included) The Remote Battery and Wall Switch Kit is provided 5.
  • Page 54 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 55: Set-Up Remote Control

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

  • Page 56: 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 57: Wiring Diagram

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

  • Page 58: 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 59 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. 6. Only Miles Industries Valor Co-linear adapter 1156CLA can be used with models 1700.

  • Page 60: 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 61: Spare Parts

    OWNER’S Spare Parts INFORMATION Part Part Code Description Code Description Number Number Heat shield 4003049 Valve to elbow pipe assembly 4002904 45 degrees fl anged elbow 0945M GV60 valve assembly NG 4003106 Elbow gasket 4002999 GV60 valve assembly LPG 4003118 Top stand-offs (2) 4005408 Thermocouple interrupter...
  • Page 62 OWNER’S Spare Parts INFORMATION Part Code Description Number Murano Glass Fire 1500DGM Glass panel 4002869 Classic 1/2” clear fi reglass 4004521 Driftwood Set Kit 1505DWK Rear log 4002938 LH end log 4002965 RH end log 4002966 1500DGM LH front log 4002967 Center cross log 4002939...
  • Page 63 OWNER’S Spare Parts INFORMATION 15a, 15b 24-25 19-23 28a, 28b 37a, 37b...

  • Page 64: Index

    Index Automatic shut off. See Remote control smell 17 Safety specifi cations 20 barrier screen 3, 4, 56 Automatic turn down. See Remote supply 6, 20, 41–42 batteries, removing 4, 10 control type 5, 20 burns, risks of 4 Barrier screen. See also Safety children’s protection 3, 4, 5 Hot surfaces.
  • Page 65 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 66 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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