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RADVT Series Radiance
Installation and Operating Instructions
Models: RADVTSCCB, RADVTSCBS, RADVTSCBD, RADVTSCBM,
RADVTCBSB, RADVTBSSB, RADVTBDSB, RADVTBMSB
WARNING:
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly
could result in serious injury, death or
property damage.
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Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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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 fire department.
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Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, service 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 for use only with the type of gas
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is
not convertible for use with other gases, unless
a certified kit is used.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from
the manufacturer.
Direct Vent Gas Heater
®
DANGER
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from
the hot viewing glass is provided with this
appliance and shall be installed.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
DANGER
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for
future reference.
CERTIFIED
S
B
AFETY
ARRIER
12697
Radiance cover
7/07
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
20306759 0416 Rev. 5
Un panneau vitré chaud peut
causer des brûlures.
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- Page 1 RADVT Series Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® Installation and Operating Instructions Models: RADVTSCCB, RADVTSCBS, RADVTSCBD, RADVTSCBM, RADVTCBSB, RADVTBSSB, RADVTBDSB, RADVTBMSB CERTIFIED WARNING: AFETY ARRIER FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury, death or property damage.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE. Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Vermont Castings stove. 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
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION The Radiance Direct Vent Room Heater, Model Nos. RAD- WARNING: Operation of this heater when not connected to a VTCBSB, RADVTBSSB, RADVTBDSB, RADVTBMSB, RAD- properly installed and maintained venting system can result VTSCCB, RADVTSCBS, RADVTSCBD, RADVTSCBM, is a in carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning and possible death. -
Page 4: Massachusetts Residents Only
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE Inspection COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment shall not approve the installa- All gas fitting and installation of this heater shall only be tion unless, upon inspection, the inspector observes carbon done by a licensed gas fitter or licensed plumber. -
Page 5: Pre-Installation
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® PRE-INSTALLATION RADIANCE DIRECT VENT STOVE DIMENSIONS Weight: Fully assembled; 350 lbs. 7" Outer Dia. (178 mm) 14-7/8" (378 mm) 4-3/4" (120 mm) Flue Collar L C 29-3/4" (758 mm) R A D I A N C E 28"... -
Page 6: Installation Requirements
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® PRE-INSTALLATION INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS The installation must conform with local codes or, in the Direct Vent System Only absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 - latest edition. (EXCEPTION: Do not derate this appliance for altitude. -
Page 7: Parallel Installation
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® PRE-INSTALLATION Wall Centerline from Floor PARALLEL INSTALLATION Minimum Clearance and Flue Centerline Direct Vent Only 42" (1070mm) Min. Alcove Width 4" (102mm) 48" (1220mm) Max. Alcove Depth 6" 6" (150mm) (150mm) ST130 Fig. 3 Parallel installation, minimum back and side clearances, and flue centerlines. -
Page 8: Gas Specifications
Manifold Pressure 3.5" w.c. 10.0" w.c. The installation of your Vermont Castings stove must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/ NFPA 54 - latest edition, or CSA B149.1 Installation code. -
Page 9: Vertical Termination
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® PRE-INSTALLATION RESTRICTOR PLATE ADJUSTMENT VERTICAL TERMINATION FOR EXTENDED PIPE RUNS A vertical vent system must terminate no less than 8’ (2.44 m) and no more than 40’ (12 m) above the appliance flue The Radiance stove is shipped with a restrictor plate in collar. -
Page 10: Vent Termination Clearances
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® PRE-INSTALLATION VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCES Your stove is approved to be vented either through the side wall, or vertical through the roof. When planning the installation, consider the location of the vent terminal and clearances. Some of the most common •... -
Page 11: General Venting Information - Termination Location
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® PRE-INSTALLATION GENERAL VENTING INFORMATION - TERMINATION LOCATION INSIDE CORNER DETAIL Fixed Closed Fixed Operable Closed CFM145a AREA WHERE TERMINAL IS NOT PERMITTED VENT TERMINATION AIR SUPPLY INLET CANADIAN INSTALLATIONS CFM145a US INSTALLATIONS DV Termin Location 5/01/01 Rev. -
Page 12: Termination Clearances
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® PRE-INSTALLATION 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... -
Page 13: Assembly And Installation
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION DuraVent Components VENTING REQUIREMENTS AND OPTIONS Approved Vent System Components Minimum Horizontal Vent Kit 2792 The Radiance Heater must be vented to the outdoors Starter Pipe Assembly (incl. inner & 2768* through an adjacent exterior wall or through the roof. -
Page 14: Assembling The Stove
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION ASSEMBLING THE STOVE Tools Required • Phillips screwdriver (stub) • Utility knife • Metal drill bit: size 28 (.140"/3.5mm) • Flat-blade screwdriver • Power drill • Reciprocating saw • 9/16" wrench Parts Bag Contents: •... -
Page 15: Install The Optional Fan - Radvt Model (Millivolt Only)
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION WARNING This appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounded) plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug. -
Page 16: Venting System Assembly
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION VENTING SYSTEM ASSEMBLY • These models are approved to use HHT direct vent pipe components and HHT termination kits, and Du- CAUTION raVent components. No other venting system compo- nents may be used. All HHT Direct Vent Stoves have been tested and approved to ANSI/CSA Standards and will operate •... -
Page 17: Install The Vent Adapter Pipe
INSTALL THE VENT ADAPTER PIPE pipe stops, and twisting to lock into place. (Figure 21) (Vermont Castings SLP Vent Components) 1. Attach Inner Starter Pipe, (found in the Parts Bag), to the next section of inner pipe. -
Page 18: Assemble Slip Sections
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION ASSEMBLE SLIP SECTIONS The outer flue of the slip section should slide over the outer flue of the pipe section and into (inner flue) the last pipe section (see Figure 23). Slide together to the desired length, making sure that a 11⁄2"... -
Page 19: Disassemble Vent Sections
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION HORIZONTAL TERMINATION CAP WARNING Risk of Fire! The telescoping flue section of the termina- tion cap MUST be used when connecting vent. • 1 ⁄ ” (38 mm) minimum overlap of vent and telescop- ing flue section is required. -
Page 20: Divert Roof Run-Off
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION DIVERT ROOF RUN-OFF Vent Opening for Combustible Walls HHT recommends, where excessive water run-off is 9" possible, use of one of the two options shown in Figure (244 mm) 29 to prevent water running off the roof and onto/into the horizontal termination cap. -
Page 21: Vent Termination Below Grade
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION 6. Use appropriate length of pipe sections – telescopic VENT TERMINATION BELOW GRADE or fixed – and install. The sections which go through Install Snorkel Kit #SLP-SNORK when it is not possible to the wall are packaged with the starter kit, and can be meet the required vent termination clearances of 12"... -
Page 22: Vertical Through-The-Roof Application/Installation
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION list.) Wall Screws • The maximum angular variation allowed in the system and Anchors Waterproof Seal is 270°. Figure 39 Around Pipe Snorkel Termination Firestop • For the minimum height of the vent above the highest point of penetration through the roof refer to Figure 39�... - Page 23 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION Horizontal overhang Horizontal overhang 20 in. Vertical Termination 24 in. min. (508 mm) (610 mm) Vertical 20 in. Lowest wall 24 in. min. (508 mm) Discharge (610 mm) Vertical Opening Lowest wall Termination Discharge...
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Page 24: Install Log Set
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION INSTALL LOG SET DANGER Before beginning log installation, remove stove front and glass frame. Refer to Figures 40 and 41. Note: Remove the safety barrier before you remove HOT GLASS WILL the glass frame. - Page 25 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION Before installation, inspect ember bed burner for damage. 3. Install the front left and right logs (Figure 44) by plac- Do not use ember bed if damaged or cracked. Small, shal- ing them on the ribs shown in Figure 43.
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Page 26: Install On/Off Switch - Radvt Model (Millivolt Only)
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM INSTALL ON/OFF SWITCH - RADVT MODELS ® General The switch assembly parts are found in the parts bag. RADVTSC models are equipped with the Signature Com- 1. Attach switch assembly to left rear side of stove mand control valve (Figure 48) which operates on 6 volts. -
Page 27: Junction Box Wiring
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION JUNCTION BOX WIRING CAUTION This should be done before framing the stove. Wire the Electrical connections should only be performed by a receptacle into an electrical circuit. Wire with minimum qualified, licensed electrician. Main power supply must 60°... -
Page 28: Connect The Gas Supply Line
The appliance must only use the gas specified on the rating maximum of 14.0" w.c. plate, unless converted using a Vermont Castings Fuel In order to connect Propane, use a fitting with 1/2" NPT Conversion Kit. To convert from Natural Gas to LP use Kit on the valve side and 1/2"... -
Page 29: Signature Command Wiring Diagram
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION SIGNATURE COMMAND WIRING DIAGRAM Pilot A/C MODULE TO JUNCTION BOX IN FIREPLACE WHITE Opt. Blower BLACK BLACK Opt. Aux. RF Receiver WHITE GREEN 300 Watt ON/OFF Button Control Board Max. Black / Thermopile Red / Thermopile Sensor Conversion... -
Page 30: Install The Safety Barrier
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION INSTALL THE SAFETY BARRIER CERTIFIED AFETY ARRIER NOTE: 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 Bottom protection of children and other at risk individ- Hooks... -
Page 31: Operating Instructions
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FLAME CHARACTERISTICS OPERATION It is important to periodically perform a visual check of the pilot and the burner flames. Compare them to Figure 56. If The Radiance is operated with the front plate in place with any of the flames appear abnormal, call a service person. -
Page 32: Lighting And Operating Instructions
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LIGHTING AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR RADVT MODELS (MILLIVOLT ONLY) FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. -
Page 33: Troubleshooting
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING THE GAS CONTROL SYSTEM (RADVT MODELS) SIT NOVA 820 MILLIVOLT VALVE NOTE: Before trouble shooting the gas control system, be sure external gas shut off is in the “On" position. Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action Spark Ignitor will not... -
Page 34: Read Before Lighting
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING 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 35: To Turn Off Gas To Appliance
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LIGHTING AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR RADVTSC MODELS 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 36: Signature Command Operating Instructions
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® SIGNATURE COMMAND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FEATURES Command Center (Figure 57) To Thermopile RF Receiver • Easy Access Function Operation and System Config- ON/OFF To Sensor uration • Operation Confirmation/Fault Diagnostic Indications To Sparker (LED/Buzzer) • ON/OFF/HI/Med/Low Operation NG/LP Conversion •... - Page 37 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® SIGNATURE COMMAND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SYSTEM CONFIGURATION/SETUP When the master switch is in the ON position (“-”), pressing the ON button and the OFF button on the Command Center All System configuration/setup is done on the Command simultaneously will toggle between enabling and disabling Center.
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Page 38: Operating Instructions
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TURNING ON THE STOVE COMMAND CENTER OPERATIONS Turn on the master switch and wait for a beep. Press the The following functions are available on the Command ON button on the Command Center or turn on wall switch. Center. -
Page 39: Initialization And Setting Up
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INITIALIZATION AND SETTING UP • The radio icon will be shown when the transmitter is sending a signal. Installing Batteries • The low battery indication icon will be shown when the Figure 60 battery voltage is low. - Page 40 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Setting Privacy Code on Transmitter Master Switch Figure 61 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): •...
- Page 41 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • Press the OFF/down button to decrease the flame Thermostat Mode Figure 65 height and turn off the stove. NOTE: The Command Center buttons will disable When the OFF/down button when thermostat is being is pressed for three times, the used.
- Page 42 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: there will a 10 second delay for the flame • If the blower is turned on using the FAN button, the adjustment when the stove is turned on. blower speed will adjust automatically when using Smart Mode thermostat (See Smart Mode thermostat...
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Page 43: Safety Features
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Setting up Blank Screen or Constant Display in Idle Thermal Shutdown Figure 69 When the ambient temperature is more than 99°F, the transmitter will turn off the stove. There is an option to set up how the LCD displays and func- tions when the transmitter is in idle. -
Page 44: Troubleshooting
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING - SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM Troubleshooting the Transmitter Symptom Causes Action Battery icon on LCD on Low Battery Replace batteries. Change batteries every 6 transmitter months. LCD display is blank Low Battery Check battery installation or replace batteries LCD display shows “funny”... - Page 45 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® TROUBLESHOOTING BURNER, PILOT AND CONTROL COMPARTMENT Sensor WARNING Turn off gas before servicing stove. It is recommended Thermopile that a qualified service technician perform these check- ups at the beginning of each heating season Keep the control compartment, stones and burner areas surrounding the stones clean by vacuuming or brushing at least twice a year.
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Page 46: Fuel Conversion
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® FUEL CONVERSION VALVE CONVERSION WARNING RADVT Series Models (Millivolt) This conversion kit shall be installed by a qualified • Turn control knob to the OFF position, and shut off the service agency in accordance with the manufacturer’s gas supply to the valve. - Page 47 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® FUEL CONVERSION 8. Verify that if the conversion is from NG to LP, the screw must be reassembled with the red o-ring visible. (Fig- ure 77) 9. Replace the black protection cap. Index tab Allen wrench Natural Gas LP Configuration...
- Page 48 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® FUEL CONVERSION Burner Orifice Conversion • Remove injector orifice from left burner bracket with a 1/2" wrench. Use a back up wrench to prevent damage • Remove three (3) 3/8” nuts on bottom side of burner to the manifold.
- Page 49 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® FUEL CONVERSION RADVTSC Series Models All Models Replace burner making sure venturi on bottom of ember • Using Torx T20 driver or slotted screwdriver, remove bed aligns with orifice and is seated properly on air shutter and discard the regulator and rubber gasket in the face assembly.
- Page 50 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® FUEL CONVERSION Table 2. Injector Orifice Size Matrix Conversion to LP Input (BTU/h) Model Kit # Orifice Part # Minimum Maximum RADVT 20012729 20008557 25,000 36,000 RADVTSC 20308379 Conversion to Natural Gas Input (BTU/h) Model Kit # Orifice...
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Page 51: Cleaning And Maintenance
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE GLASS Your Radiance Gas Heater will provide years of service with minimal upkeep. The following procedures will help ensure WARNING that your stove continues to function properly. Allow the glass to cool completely before attempting ANNUAL SYSTEM INSPECTION to clean. -
Page 52: Gasket Replacement
The Radiance Gas Heater uses a ‘tadpole’ type gasket to 10/ 99 shown here. Contact your Vermont Castings dealer or a seal between the glass panel and the frame. In time, this qualified technician for help. gasket can become brittle and compressed and should be replaced. -
Page 53: Wiring Diagrams
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® WIRING DIAGRAMS WIRING DIAGRAMS - RADVT POWER CORD On/Off Switch Wiring TP/TH Millivolt Chassis Gas Valve Ground Black ST124b Thermostat Thermostat Optional Thermostat (Optional) (Optional) Wiring FAN JUNCTION BOX St124b on/off/switch wiring Strain Relief TP/TH 1/11/00 djt ON / OFF... - Page 54 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® WIRING DIAGRAMS WIRING DIAGRAMS - RADVTSC Pilot A/C MODULE TO JUNCTION BOX IN FIREPLACE WHITE Opt. Blower BLACK BLACK Opt. Aux. RF Receiver WHITE GREEN 300 Watt ON/OFF Button Control Board Max. Black / Thermopile Red / Thermopile Sensor Conversion...
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Page 55: Replacement Parts
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® REPLACEMENT PARTS RADIANCE DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER Replacement Parts 34a,b 35a,b,c 29 30 27a,b 4967 HHT reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. RADVT/RADVTCS parts 20306759... - Page 56 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® REPLACEMENT PARTS RADIANCE DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER (CONTINUED) Replacement Parts Ref. Description RADVT/RADVTSC Log Set - Complete 20012550 Log, Rear 20012541 Log, Right Front 20012543 Log, Left Front 20012542 Left Cross Log 20012544 Right Cross Log 20012545 Ember Bed Assembly 20012206...
- Page 57 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® REPLACEMENT PARTS RADIANCE DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER (CONTINUED) Replacement Parts Ref. Description RADVT/RADVTSC Ignitor Piezo w/ Nut SIT 057958 Bracket Piezo Ignitor/Control (not shown) 20010876 Manifold Assembly 20012202 Air Shutter Assembly 20012204 Trim ON/OFF Switch 30000874 Remote Transmitter (full function for RADVTS008C TSFSC...
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Page 58: Optional Accessories
Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater ® OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES FK26 FAN KITS - RADVT SERIES WARMING SHELF The FK26 fan helps distribute heated air from within the Warming shelves add versatility to your stove; they can be firebox out into the room. The fan is controlled by a snapstat used to keep foods warm at mealtime. -
Page 59: Limited Lifetime Warranty
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY All Vermont Castings brand gas stoves, gas inserts, and gas fireplaces installed in the United States of America or Canada. LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Any part or component replaced under the provisions of this war-... - Page 60 EFFICIENCY RATINGS ENERGUIDE RATINGS D.O.E. STOVE EFFICIENCY MODEL PERCENTAGE (AFUE PERCENTAGE) RADVT Series 66.0 68.4 RADVTSC Series 66.0 68.4 www.vermontcastings.com...