Vermont Castings WDV500NTSC Installation And Operating Instructions Manual
Vermont Castings WDV500NTSC Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Vermont Castings WDV500NTSC Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Direct vent gas fireplace

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WDV Wideview
Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
Model: WDV500, WDV600

Installation and Operating Instructions

WarnInGs
IF the InFOrMatIOn In these InstructIOns
are nOt FOllOWeD exactly, a 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.
WarnInG: Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, services or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. refer to this manual.
For assistance or additional information
consult a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
this appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*,
permanently located, manufactured home (usa
only) or mobile home, where not prohibited by local
codes.
this appliance is only for use with the type(s) of
gas indicated on the rating plate unless a certified
kit is used.
*aftermarket: completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, form
the manufacturer.
WarnInG
Due tO hIGh teMperatures, the applIance
shOulD Be lOcateD Out OF traFFIc anD
aWay FrOM FurnIture anD DraperIes.
chIlDren anD aDults shOulD Be alerteD
tO the haZarDs OF hIGh surFace
teMperature anD shOulD stay aWay tO
aVOID Burns Or clOthInG IGnItIOn.
yOunG chIlDren shOulD Be superVIseD
When they are In the saMe rOOM as the
applIance.
clOthInG Or Other FlaMMaBle MaterIal
shOulD nOt Be placeD On Or near the
applIance.
Keep the rOOM area clear anD Free
FrOM cOMBustIBle MaterIals, GasOlIne,
anD Other FlaMMaBle VapOrs anD
lIquIDs.
Installer: leave this manual with the appliance.
cOnsuMer: retain this manual for future refer-
ence.
780012
DVW/WDV cover
78D0011 3/13 Rev. 12

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  • Page 1: Installation And Operating Instructions

    WDV Wideview Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Model: WDV500, WDV600 Installation and Operating Instructions WarnInGs IF the InFOrMatIOn In these InstructIOns are nOt FOllOWeD exactly, a 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.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WDV Series Gas Fireplace thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Vermont castings Group Fireplace. please reaD the InstallatIOn anD OperatIOn InstructIOns BeFOre usInG the applIance! IMpOrtant: read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    IMpOrtant saFety InFOrMatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace OWner Installer Please retain these instructions for future reference. Please leave these instructions with the appliance. • read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this fireplace. •...
  • Page 4: Code Approval

    IMpOrtant saFety InFOrMatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace 14. Do not use any solid fuels (wood, coal, paper, card- IMpOrtant: board, etc.) in this fireplace. Use only the gas type please reaD the FOllOWInG indicated on rating plate. careFully 15. This appliance, when installed, must be electrically It is normal for fireplaces fabricated of steel grounded in accordance with local codes or in the to give off some expansion and/or contraction...
  • Page 5: Product Features

    See appropriate data plates. Model Fuel Btu/h Btu/h qty. (2) • This appliance is not for use with solid fuels. WDV500NTSC Nat. 34,000 23,000 • The appliance is approved for bedroom or bedsitting WDV500PTSC 33,000 25,500 1.28 mm...
  • Page 6: Fireplace & Framing Dimensions

    FIreplace & FraMInG DIMensIOns WDV Series Gas Fireplace Rough 57 ” (1470 mm) 23 ” (591 mm) Opening Depth ” 17 ” (211 mm) (454 mm) ” (462 mm) 1/2” or Rough Opening Width 5/8” (46 ” (1184 mm) Required Noncombustible Rough Material Area Opening...
  • Page 7: Fireplace Location

    pre-InstallatIOn InFOrMatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace FIreplace lOcatIOn Plan for the installation of your appliance. This includes determining where the unit is to be installed, the vent con- figuration to be used, framing and finishing details, and whether any optional accessories (i.e. blower, wall switch, or remote control) are desired.
  • Page 8: Clearances

    clearances WDV Series Gas Fireplace clearances tO cOMBustIBles Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation. Failure to follow instructions exactly can create a fire Wall hazard. Stud the appliance cannot be installed on a carpet, Insulation tile or other combustible material other than Board 12"...
  • Page 9: Secure Fireplace To Floor Or Framing

    secure FIreplace to FlOOr or FraMInG WDV Series Gas Fireplace The fireplace must be secured to the floor and/or to framing studs as shown in Figure 6. Use two (2) wood screws or never install combustible materials over masonry/ concrete screws to secure fireplace to the floor. front face of fireplace.
  • Page 10: Venting Installation

    Unauthorized modification of the venting system. Figure 7 - • Installation of any component part not manufactured Combustible Clearances for Vent Pipe or approved by Vermont Castings Group. • FP2424 Installation other than permitted by these instruc- Vent pipe clearances tions.
  • Page 11: Installation Planning

    Vent InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace InstallatIOn plannInG never run the vent pipe level down. this There are two basic types of direct-vent installation: may cause excessive temperatures which • Horizontal Termination could cause a fire. • Vertical Termination It is important to select the proper length of vent pipe for the type of termination you choose.
  • Page 12 3. Vermont Castings Group assumes no responsibility for the  only permitted if veranda, porch, deck or balcony is fully open on a improper performance of the appliance when the venting minimum 2 sides beneath the floor: system does not meet these requirements.
  • Page 13: Vent Graph

    VentInG InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace Termination Clearances Termination clearances for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors. Inside Corner Alcove Applications* Outside Corner Combustible 6" (152 mm) Combustible 6" (152 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) Balcony - Balcony - with no side wall with perpendicular side wall...
  • Page 14: Vertical Sidewall Installation

    VentInG InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace VertIcal sIDeWall InstallatIOn nOte: sealant is not required to assemble fireplace venting. Do not use silicone sealant at the inner flue exhaust connections. step 1 Locate vent opening on the wall. It may be necessary to first position the fireplace and measure to obtain hole lo- cation.
  • Page 15: Vertical/Horizontal Termination Configurations

    VentInG InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace 36" 36" VertIcal/hOrIZOntal terMInatIOn (914 mm) (914 mm) cOnFIGuratIOns 12” Max. Max. (305 mm) since it is very important that the venting system main- Max. tain its balance between the combustion air intake and the flue gas exhaust, certain limitations as to vent con- figurations apply and must be strictly adhered to.
  • Page 16: Below Grade Installation

    VentInG InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace Example: Elbow 1 = 90° 7. Level the soil so as to maintain a 4" clearance below Elbow 2 = 45° snorkel. Figure 18 Elbow 3 = 45° Screws Elbow 4 = 90° Total Angular Variation = 270°...
  • Page 17: Vertical Through-The-Roof

    VentInG InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace VertIcal (thrOuGh-the-rOOF) Example: Elbow 1 90° Elbow 2 45° applIcatIOns Elbow 3 45° This gas fireplace has been approved for, Elbow 4 90° Total Angular Variation 270° • Vertical installations up to 40' (12 m) in height. Up to a 10' (3 m) horizontal vent run can be installed within the vent system using a maximum of two 90°...
  • Page 18: Installation For Vertical Termination

    VentInG InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace InstallatIOn FOr VertIcal terMInatIOn 1. Determine the route your vertical venting will take. If Roof Flashing ceiling joist, roof rafters or other framing will obstruct the venting system, consider an offset. Refer to Figure 22 to avoid cutting load bearing members.
  • Page 19 VentInG InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace 3. Cut a hole in the roof using the locating hole as a center terMInatIOn heIGhts FOr Vents aBOVe Flat Or point. (Cover any exposed open vent pipes before slOpeD rOOFs cutting hole in roof). The 10Z\x"x10Z\x" (241 x 241 mm) Horizontal Overhang hole must be measured on the horizontal.
  • Page 20: Flex Vent Installation

    Flex Vent InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace 1. Flexible UL1777 listed venting may be used in any UL1777 venting application where rigid direct vent components Flex Vent can be used. all restrictions, clearances and allow- ances that pertain to the rigid piping apply to the flexible venting.
  • Page 21 5. Use only listed an approved terminations and 1. When using Duravent pipe, an Vermont Castings accessories, installed per the termination instruc- Group flex-to-pipe adapter (FPA) and/or rigid pipe tions and Figure 30.
  • Page 22: Fireplace Installation

    FIreplace InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace checK Gas type Use proper gas type for the fireplace you are installing. 100 gallon (min) If you have conflicting gas type, do not install fireplace. Propane/LP Supply External See dealer where you purchased the fireplace for proper Tank Regulator fireplace for your gas type or conversion kit.
  • Page 23 FIreplace InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace a manual shutoff valve must be installed Only persons licensed to work with gas upstream of the appliance. union tee piping may make the necessary gas and plugged 1/8" npt pressure tapping connections to this appliance. point should be installed upstream of the appliance.
  • Page 24: Check Gas Pressure

    sIGnature cOMManD - checK Gas pressure WDV Series Gas Fireplace 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as Pressure Inlet stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply is different from the fireplace, stOp! Do not install the appliance.
  • Page 25: Electrical Installation

    electrIcal InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace junctIOn BOx WIrInG 1. This should be done before framing the fireplace. Wire the receptacle into an electrical circuit. Wire with mini- mum 60° C wire in accordance with prevailing codes. 2. Remove the external junction box cover by removing the screw from the side of the outside firebox wall.
  • Page 26: Scs Wiring Diagram

    electrIcal InstallatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace Light Pilot 300 Watt Max. A/C MODULE TO JUNCTION BOX IN FIREPLACE WHITE BLACK WHITE Opt. Blower BLACK BLACK Opt. Aux. WHITE GREEN 300 Watt RF Receiver Max. ON/OFF Button Control Board Black / Thermopile Red / Thermopile Sensor Conversion NG/LP Ignitor / Sparker Plug-in Connector Control Board to Command Center nOte: Wall switch wires must OFF/LO ON/HI be connected together if a wall...
  • Page 27: Optional Fan/Blower Systems

    OptIOnal Fan BlOWer systeMs WDV Series Gas Fireplace electrical Grounding Instructions: this electrical connections should only be appliance is equipped with a three-prong performed by a qualified licensed electrician. (grounding) plug for your protection against Main power supply must be turned off before shock hazard and should be plugged directly connecting the fan to the main electrical into a properly grounded three-prong...
  • Page 28: Glass Frame Removal

    Glass reMOVal & lIGht placeMent WDV Series Gas Fireplace Glass FraMe reMOVal 1. Remove the front access door by lifting up and sliding the two (2) spring hinge pins inward and lifting off. 2. Rotate the three (3) cam levers in the lower access area 90°...
  • Page 29: Stone & Glass Placement

    stOne & Glass placeMent WDV Series Gas Fireplace Glass Only placeMent stOne & Glass placeMent nOte: Two (2) bags of glass are supplied with the 500 1. For best results, spread glass evenly over the entire floor Series fireplaces. Both bags should be used to cover the and burner making sure the glass is not too heavy over entire floor and burner.
  • Page 30: Operating Instructions

    sIGnature cOMManD - OperatInG InstructIOns WDV Series Gas Fireplace FOr yOur saFety reaD BeFOre lIGhtInG If you do not follow these instruction exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. a. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Refer to the instructions.
  • Page 31: Operating Instructions

    sIGnature cOMManD - OperatInG InstructIOns WDV Series Gas Fireplace OperatInG InstructIOns 1. stOp! Read the safety information above. 2. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand. 3.
  • Page 32: Signature Command System Operation

    sIGnature cOMManD systeM OperatIOn InstructIOns WDV Series Gas Fireplace Features To Thermopile RF Receiver ON/OFF command center To Sensor • To Sparker Easy Access Function Operation and System Configu- ration NG/LP • Operation Confirmation/Fault Diagnostic Indications Conversion (LED/Buzzer) • ON/OFF/HI/Med/Low Operation To Command •...
  • Page 33 sIGnature cOMManD systeM OperatIOn InstructIOns WDV Series Gas Fireplace systeM cOnFIGuratIOn/setup nOte: By disabling this feature, your fireplace may con- tinue to operate unattended. All System configuration/setup is done on the Command 2. When the master switch is in the ON position (“-”), press- Center.
  • Page 34 sIGnature cOMManD systeM OperatIOn InstructIOns WDV Series Gas Fireplace FunctIOns/OperatIOn 3. The third press on OFF will turn off the main burner. In turning on the fireplace standing pilot configuration, the pilot will stay; in inter- mittent pilot configuration, the pilot will be shut off. 1.
  • Page 35: Touch Screen Remote Control Operation

    tOuch screen reMOte cOntrOl OperatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace Due to the sensitive temperature monitoring components in the transmitter, it is necessary to allow the transmitter to stabilize to room tem- perature before accurate room temperatures are displayed. If the transmitter is activated from a severe cold condition, allow 15 minutes for accurate temperature readings to appear on the lcD display.
  • Page 36 tOuch screen reMOte cOntrOl OperatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace setting privacy code on transmitter: Master Switch Figure 43 The remote transmitter privacy code is preset in factory. In the event of activation or interference from other nearby transmissions, change the code using the following pro- cedures (learn function must be performed after changing the code): 1.
  • Page 37 tOuch screen reMOte cOntrOl OperatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace c. Slide down on the arrow buttons to exit TIMER 1. Press the ON/up button to turn on the fireplace. The mode and shut off the fireplace. flame icon on the LCD displays High.
  • Page 38 tOuch screen reMOte cOntrOl OperatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace ing to the difference between the Set temperature and tons become flame height controller again. the Room temperature. There is no manual flame height 5. When the fan button is flashing, slide up and down on adjustment.
  • Page 39: Safety Features

    tOuch screen reMOte cOntrOl OperatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace tons become flame height controller again. n safety Features 5. When the light button is flashing, slide up and down on 1. Low Battery Detection the arrow buttons will turn the light brightness to HIGH When low battery condition occurs, the transmitter will or Off directly without pressing the light button again to turn off the fireplace.
  • Page 40 tOuch screen reMOte cOntrOl OperatIOn WDV Series Gas Fireplace n using the Mounting Base The transmitter comes with a mounting base which allows you to hang the transmitter on the wall. 1. Secure the mounting base on the wall with supplied screws.
  • Page 41: Cleaning And Maintenance

    cleanInG anD MaIntenance WDV Series Gas Fireplace turn off gas before servicing fireplace. It is recommended that a qualified service technician perform these check-ups at the beginning of each heating season Sensor Burner, pIlOt anD cOntrOl cOMpart- Thermopile Ment Keep the control compartment, stones and burner areas surrounding the stones clean by vacuuming or brushing at least twice a year.
  • Page 42: Vent System

    cleanInG anD MaIntenance WDV Series Gas Fireplace Vent systeM stOnes The fireplace and venting system should be inspected Vacuum surface of the stones with a brush attachment. If before initial use and at least annually by a qualified field stones must be removed for cleaning, handle carefully by service person.
  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    trOuBleshOOtInG WDV Series Gas Fireplace sIGnature cOMManD systeM ACTION  OPERATION  FAULT  DIAGNOSIS  Using  Battery polarity wrong?  Re-install batteries  battery?  Make sure  Command  Install batteries and/or  Battery voltage low?  Change batteries  Center and  plug in the AC board  A  No beep in about  the control  8 seconds  board are  connected by  a 2 feet or 15  AC plug is plugged to  Plug the AC plug to   feet cable  AC mains?  AC mains  Flip the master switch  The 5-pin connector on  Repair or replace the   (rocker switch) to the   the AC board broken or  AC Board ...
  • Page 44: Replacement Parts

    replaceMent parts WDV Series Gas Fireplace FIreBOx cOMpOnents anD accessOrIes Item Description qty. WDV500 WDV600 Bulb (35 Watt) 78D0007 78D0007 Bulb Socket 73D4521K 73D4521K Glass Frame Assembly 78D0027K 78D1038K 780012 Junction Box Assembly (not shown) 26D2128 26D2128 DVW firebox parts Panel, Access, Door 78D0040K 78D1046K accessories / Field Installed Options...
  • Page 45: Signature Command System

    replaceMent parts WDV Series Gas Fireplace sIGnature cOMManD systeM 780012 DVW SG parts 6/09 78D0011...
  • Page 46 WDV Series Gas Fireplace sIGnature cOMManD systeM Item Description qty. WDV500ntsc WDV500ptsc WDV600ntsc WDV600ptsc Gas Valve Assembly 80D0001 80D0002 80D0001 80D0002 Pilot Assembly 80D0006 80D0007 80D0039K 80D0040K Control Box 80D0018 80D0019 80D0018 80D0019 Command Center 80D0005 80D0005 80D0005...
  • Page 47: Stones

    replaceMent parts WDV Series Gas Fireplace stOnes Item Description 500 qty. 600 qty. part no. White Stone #1 78D0122 Light Gray Stone #2 78D0123 Dark Gray Stone #3 78D0124 Brown Stone #4 78D0125 Sand Stone #5 78D0126 Tan Stone #6 78D0127 78D0011...
  • Page 48: Venting Components

    replaceMent parts WDV Series Gas Fireplace Vent cOMpOnents 730024 KHLDV vent parts 78D0011...
  • Page 49 replaceMent parts WDV Series Gas Fireplace Vent cOMpOnents FOr 5" x 8" current Duravent Duravent or Vermont or Vermont qty./ castings Group castings Group selkirk Metal-Fab Item Description part no. part no. part no. part no. Horizontal Termination Cap w/Built-In Vinyl Siding BHR58TK9 Standoff Heat Deflector, Firestop and Adjustable Pipe 11"...
  • Page 50: Mass Residents Only

    requirements for the commonwealth of signage WDV Series Gas Fireplace Massachusetts A metal or plastic identification plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum height This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or of eight (8) feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust gas fitter when installed within the Commonwealth of vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating...
  • Page 51: Warranty

    After installation, if any of the components manufactured by Vermont Castings Group in the appliance are found to be defec- tive in materials or workmanship, Vermont Castings Group will, at its option, replace or repair the defective components at no charge to the original owner.
  • Page 52: Efficiencies

    Model enerGuide ratings Fireplace efficiency (%) WDV500NTSC 64.4 WDV500PTSC 67.7 WDV600NTSC 70.2 WDV600PTSC 72.2 Vermont castings Group 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.vermontcastingsgroup.com...

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