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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION GUIDE DIRECT-VENTED GAS FIREPLACE IF YOU SMELL GAS: Do not turn on any appliance. Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. From an external phone, call your supplier immediately follow their instructions to the letter.
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CONGRATULATIONS! You are now the owner of a J. A. ROBY gas fireplace. J. A. ROBY products are made with first grade components and materials and are put together by skilled professionals who care about the quality of their work.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY ....................... 8 1.1. WARNING ........................... 8 1.2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......................9 1.2.1. INSTALLATION ........................... 9 1.2.2. USE ..............................10 1.2.3. FIRE HAZARD ........................... 11 1.2.4. MAINTENANCE..........................12 1.3. GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION .................... 13 1.3.1. CARBON MONOXIDE ........................13 1.3.2.
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3.1.2.9. -25 ( ....................28 USTER RGCG LEFT CORNER WITH TOP EXIT 3.1.2.10. -25 ( ..................28 OUSSON RGCD RIGHT CORNER WITH BACK EXIT 3.1.2.11. -25 ( ..................29 OUSSON RGCD RIGHT CORNER WITH SIDE EXIT 3.1.2.12. -25 ( ................... 29 OUSSON RGCD RIGHT CORNER...
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3.8.1. IMITATION LOG INSTALLATION ....................... 47 3.8.2. PLATFORM INSTALLATION ......................48 3.9. SAFETY SCREEN INSTALLATION ....................48 FIREPLACE SETTINGS ..................49 4.1. MAIN BURNER ......................... 49 4.2. PROFLAMME 2 REMOTE CONTROL ..................49 4.2.1. REMOTE CONTROL AND FIREPLACE SYNCHRONIZATION ............... 50 4.2.2.
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8.2. NOISES FROM THE USE OF THE FIREPLACE ................65 8.3. HANDLING THE DOOR......................66 8.3.1. REMOVING THE DOOR ........................66 8.3.2. DOOR INSTALLATION ........................67 8.4. INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF SIDE AND BACK WINDOW FRAME ........68 8.4.1. INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF SIDE WINDOW FRAMES ............68 8.4.2.
1. SAFETY READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED BY A CERTIFIED TECHNICIAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER AND IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE APPLICABLE LOCAL AND NATIONAL INSTALLATION STANDARDS ALSO WITH THE EFFECT BUILDING CODE.
INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE EQUIPMENT. DO NOT DISCARD • This document contains important instructions for the installation, use and maintenance of the appliance. • You must read, understand and follow these instructions and details to ensure safe installation and use. •...
• To ensure optimal performance, it is recommended to use a propane/LPG tank with a capacity of at least 100 gallons (379 L). • When installed with electric accessories, all J. A. ROBY fireplaces must be grounded in compliance with local codes, where applicable. If no such codes exist, consult the National Electric Code (ANSI/NFPA70) or the Canadian Electrical Code (CSA C22.1).
Do not use any accessory that has not been recommended by J. A. ROBY. Do not add a fan, heat exchanger, or any other accessory that has not been approved for use with this fireplace.
• Use a gentle cleaner on the windows. Do not use abrasive products; they will damage the surface of the glass. THE INSTALLER MUST READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THIS APPLIANCE. PLEASE REFER TO LOCAL CODES, WHERE APPLICABLE. J. A. ROBY assumes no liability and makes no warranties in following cases: A bad installation, ...
1.3. GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION 1.3.1. CARBON MONOXIDE An installation that does not comply with the recommendations described in this manual can lead to carbon monoxide emissions. As a safety measure, we strongly recommend for a carbon monoxide detector to be installed near the unit.
2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.1. TECHNICAL FEATURES This fireplace is intended for use with the type of gas specified on the rating plate. These fireplaces are approved for installations without changes at altitudes up to 2,000 feet (609 meters) in the U.S. and 1,370 meters (4,500 feet) in Canada. ...
2.2. RATING PLATE Certified as: Direct vent gas fireplace CSA 2.33a-2012 ANSI Z21.88a-2012 Do not use with solid fuel. For use with glass door certified with this appliance only. Not for use in Mobile Home. LOCATION: Quebec, Qc, Canada Models : RGP 25 Mistral, RGB 25 Sirocco, RGCG 25 Auster, SERIAL NO.
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Electrical requirement for optional fan (115 Volts, 60 Hz, and 0.20 Amps) normal power consumption is 23 watts. For Use with glass door certified with this appliance only. This appliance must be properly connected to a venting system in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions. WARNING: Failure to position the part in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing properly damage, personal injury or loss of life. 1. This appliance is equipped with an ignition 3. Use only your hand to turn the gas device which automatically lights the pilot.
3. GAS FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Before starting the installation of the fireplace, make sure to read and understand section 1.2.1 describing the safety precautions to take when installing this appliance. This device is designed to operate with a remote control or a wall switch. When planning the fireplace installation you must determine: ...
3.1.1. CERAMIC MANTLE EXAMPLE Here is a finish example then installing ceramic tiles around the gas fireplace. (Indicative only) Two transition moulding (4) come with the gas fireplace. They must fix (5) onto the zero clearance box. (See through configuration need 4) Minimum 12 inch of fibrocement (1) must be installed between the top of fireplace and drywall (6).
3.1.2. DRAWINGS OF MINIMUM CLEARANCES FOR INSTALLATION Some dimensions are minimum. You can add some extra inches to evolve to your desired design. 3.1.2.1. L -25 ( INSERT WITH BACK EXIT 3.1.2.2. L -25 ( INSERT WITH SIDE EXIT...
3.1.2.17. S -25 ( UROIT SEE THROUGH WITH TOP EXIT 3.1.3. CLEARANCE FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS MINIMUM CLEARANCE WITH COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS Glass doors to opposite walls 42" (107 cm) - All models 3" (8 cm) for the first 8 ft. of vent Vent to walls - All models (unless protected by a firewall) and 1"...
To make installation easier, put the appliance in place and install the vent system before framing the fireplace. Remember to install the required clearance post on top. WARNING Before framing your fireplace, check dimensions, framing methods and finished wall facing details.
The installer must make sure to read and understand section 1.2.1 of this manual regarding installation instructions. • This appliance must be installed in combination with a ventilation system approved by J. A. ROBY. Consult local building codes before starting the installation. •...
3.2.2. LOCATION OF WALL VENT OUTLETS Figure 3.2.2 Installation in CANADA Installation in the US Clearance above a slope, veranda, porch, terrace or balcony. 12 in. (30 cm) 12 in. (30 cm) Clearance to a window or door opening. 12 in. (30 cm) 12 in.
3.2.3. VENT CONFIGURATION 3.2.3.1. L EGEND - ≤: less than or equal - ≥: greater than or equal - <: less than - >: greater than - V: vertical rise - H: horizontal run 3.2.3.2. V ENT TO BE USE WITH APPLIANCE ...
3.2.3.4. E LBOW EQUIVALENT FOR HORIZONTAL VENT LENGTH Horizontal vent length Elbow equivalent (H angle 1º 0.033 15º 30º 45º 90º Note : The first elbow has a value of 0 in horizontal vent length. The above table is valid for the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th elbows.
3.2.3.6. W ALL VENT INSTALLATION Figure 3.2.3.5.a Install the ventilation system in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions included with the components. (See 3.2.3). Install the unit in the desired location. Check to determine if studs, structural walls or rafters could pose a problem when fastening the vent system.
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Cut and frame the interior wall where the exhaust vent will go. If the wall the vent goes through is made of a non-combustible material, an Ø 9½ in. (Ø 24.2 cm) hole is sufficient for a flexible duct; the fireguard will not be required.
3.2.3.7. W ALL OUTLET CONFIGURATION EXAMPLE ASSEMBLY WITH 1 90° ELBOW For a horizontal exhaust where Vt is between 6 in. and 16 in we have Ht < 4’ Vertical rise V1 =0.5 feet. Horizontal run H1 =4 feet. ...
3.2.3.8. R OOF EXHAUST CONFIGURATION EXAMPLE MAX VERTICAL VENT Direct vertical vent with no elbow Vertical rise V1 = 40 ft. Horizontal run H1 = 0 ft. Total vertical rise = 40 ft. Horizontal equivalent of elbows = (0 - 1) x 90°...
3.2.3.9. R OOF VENT INSTALLATION If your vent is 8 ft. long or less, you can use a flexible vent 4" x7" x 8 ft long centered by internal support to prevent 4" central exit vent from touching the 7" inlet vent. If the vent is longer than 8 ft.
Pass the vent vertically through the hole in the roof and fasten to the roof support. The top part of the vent must be at least 16 inches higher than the highest part of the hole. Make sure you have the correct flashing model; different Figure 3.2.3.8.d models that will fit your roof’s slope are available at your retailer.
3.3. INSULATING SLEEVE INSTALLATION All our gas fireplace models come with an 8 ft. insulating sleeve. It must be installed when assembling the vent with the fireplace. Before putting the vent in place and fastening it, slide the sleeve around it, leaving only a few inches of the vent exposed.
3.5. DECORATIVE PANEL INSTALLATION To make brick pattern plate installation easier a notch is made at the bottom of the plate to pass over the burner without to remove it. But the surrounding burner plate or logs have to be removed. Otherwise you cannot install the brick pattern plates.
3.6. BURNER REMOVAL • Remove the door as described in section 8.3.1. • Unscrew the screw located on the left of the burner (figure 3.6). Move the burner completely to the left to remove the hose from the air/gas mixture box and lift it vertically.
3.8. BURNER SURROUND INSTALLATION You can choose to install a platform with crushed glass or imitation logs around the burner. WARNING It is mandatory to install either the platform or imitation logs around the burner to maintain the appropriate volume of the combustion chamber. Do not leave the space around the burner empty. 3.8.1.
3.8.2. PLATFORM INSTALLATION The platform is designed to be adapted to any configuration of the gas fireplace. Remove the glass door (see 8.3.1) and install the platform as shown in the following images. Then, spread 3 cups of ember glass evenly on the platform.
4. FIREPLACE SETTINGS 4.1. MAIN BURNER The fireplace includes an adjustment for the air/gas premix (figure 4.1). It can be used when converting from natural gas (NG) to propane gas (LP) or vice versa. For natural gas, the air/gas premix adjustment screw must be completely screwed (toward the inside of the combustion chamber).
Remote control’s LCD screen: 4.2.1. REMOTE CONTROL AND FIREPLACE SYNCHRONIZATION CAUTION The remote control and the receiver are radio frequency devices. Placing the receiver in or near metal may considerably reduce the range of the signal. Push button 1 (figure 4.2.1.b) completely to the right. ...
4.2.2. REMOTE CONTROL SETTING Figure 4.2.2.a Temperature display: With the system off, press both THERMOSTAT and MODE buttons at the same time (see figure 4.2.2.a). Check the remote control’s LCD screen; a °C or °F symbol should have appeared at the right of the number indicating room temperature (see figure 4.2.2.b).
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Room thermostat: The remote control can act as a room thermostat. You can program a desired temperature on this thermostat to control the comfort level in a room. To activate this function, press the Thermostat button (figure 4.2.2.a). The remote control’s LCD screen will change to indicate that the room thermostat is turned ON.
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Intermittent pilot (IPI) and continuous pilot (CPI) modes: With the system turned off, press the Mode button to select the CPI or IPI function. Use the upward arrow button to select the CPI mode and the downward arrow button to select the IPI mode. Definition: ...
5. FIREPLACE CONVERSION To convert your propane gas fireplace to natural gas or vice versa, you need to contact your supplier to SmartCase ® get the required for the desired conversion. CAUTION You can make the fireplace less powerful (reduce the number of BTUs), but you cannot make it more powerful due to the type of glass used for this fireplace.
6. GAS INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENT 6.1. CHECKING GAS TYPE Use the type of gas suitable for the fireplace you are installing. If you use a type of gas not suitable for the fireplace refer to a merchant who can recommend a fireplace suited to the type of gas you are using or provide you with a conversion kit.
Note: The gas line connection can be made of a 3/8 in. (12 mm) rigid tube or an approved flexible connector. It is possible that other codes apply in your area. Please consult local authorities and the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI.z223.1, NFPA54 in force. In Canada, consult the CAN/CGA-B149 (1 or Note: It is strongly recommended to plan for a 12 in.
WARNING Never use an open flame to check for gas leaks. • The fireplace must be disconnected from the gas supply system when components that measure intake gas pressure are being installed. Once the gas supply is reconnected, check all connections as well as the gas meter (or tank) connected to the fireplace for tightness.
6.6. VERIFICATION OF GAS LINE TIGHTNESS Fill a spray bottle (figure 6.6) with soapy water (5% soap, 95% water). Spray liberally over all screwed gas line connections (from the tank to the fireplace). If no bubbles appear it means the assembly is tight. ...
7. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 7.1. WIRING Connecting the appliance is easy. Connect the thermodisc’s power cable (if your fireplace is equipped with SmartCase ® a ventilation kit) to the electrical box and connect the to the electrical box. Connect the electrical boxes to the home electric panel with a 14-2 wire (figure 7.1).
7.3. WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION & OPERATION 7.3.1. WIRING SmartCase ® You can put the Main Switch of the into a wall switch by disconnecting the main switch of the smart case and wire it to the wall switch. (It's only a signal running into wire (DON'T use any POWER SmartCase ®...
7.5. THERMODISC BOX INSTALLATION When installing your fan kit, you must install the thermodisc box. This box will turn fans on automatically when the fireplace reaches ideal temperatures. Figure 7.4.a To install the thermodisc box, open the small door located at bottom of the unit.
8. USE 8.1. FIRST USE OF THE FIREPLACE 8.1.1. ODOR During the first fire, an odor caused by paint curing will be released. When you first use the fireplace, it is suggested to let it operate for several hours before turning on the fans (if you fireplace is equipped with fans).
• To turn your fireplace on, simply press the ON/OFF button on your remote control or place the wall switch in the ON position if your fireplace is not equipped with a remote control. • You will hear a beep: it means the fireplace received the signal. If you hear two beeps, it means the SmartCase ®...
8.1.4. EXTINCTION To turn off the fireplace, simply press the ON/OFF button of the remote control or put the wall switch in the OFF position if your fireplace is not equipped with a remote control. You will hear a beep: it means the fireplace received the signal.
8.3. HANDLING THE DOOR Always be careful when handling the fireplace door. We recommend you to wait for the door to be cool before handling it. 8.3.1. REMOVING THE DOOR NOTE: If the glass is broken follow this procedure to remove it. Contact your retailer to replace the entire door;...
• Step 3: Then carefully bring the door toward you to remove it completely (step 3). Figure 8.3.1.c 8.3.2. DOOR INSTALLATION Step 1: Install the door and make sure it sits properly in its place. Figure 8.3.2a Step 2: Press firmly the door on the gas fireplace and tightly screw the wing nuts at the top of the door.(Figure 8.3.2.b) Figure 8.3.2.b...
Step 3: Tightly screw the wing nuts at bottom of the door and close the access door. Figure 8.3.2.c 8.4. INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF SIDE AND BACK WINDOW FRAME 8.4.1. INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF SIDE WINDOW FRAMES Installation of side window frame: ...
8.4.2. INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF BACK WINDOW FRAME Installation of back window frame: Start by inserting the tabs of the door in the opening located at the bottom of the appliance (figure 8.4.2.Detail B) Tilt the top of the door and slightly lift it (without removing the bottom tabs from their slots) to positioning the hook (Figure 8.4.2 Detail A) in place.
8.5. THERMAL INSULATION PANEL INSTALLATION Corresponding window frame must be removed to install the insulation box (see 8.4 “INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF SIDE AND BACK WINDOW FRAME”) to remove the window frame. Depending on your configuration, you have to a variable quantity of thermal insulation panel; see the next chart to know how many.
8.5.2. BACK THERMAL INSULATION PANEL INSTALLATION Screws are already in place and included with your appliance. Untighten it not completely. Two groves are cut into the tabs to insert it easily. Put the tab behind the bottom frame align the screws into the grooves and tighten it enough to keep in place the thermal insulation panel (Figure 8.5.2)
9. MAINTENANCE 9.1. PRECAUTION A certified technician should perform the annual inspection and maintenance of your fireplace in addition to the general installation of the fireplace and vent system to keep everything up and running safely. The gas intake should be cut and the fireplace should be completely cool during any maintenance. All parts of equipment that are set aside for maintenance must be secured before the next use.
9.5. CLEANING THE PILOT AND THERMOCOUPLE The pilot flame can create a carbon deposit on the pilot and thermocouple. To remove that deposit, use a steel wool and gently scrub the metal parts. This will make ignition more efficient. Figure 9.5 ®...
9.5. remote control, I hear a cannot create a spark. beep but I do not hear 2B: Call your J. A. ROBY retailer to 2B. The sparker wire is damaged or SmartCase the sparker "sparking" ®...
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® SmartCase 9C. A component of the call your J. A. ROBY retailer. defective. 10. When I turn my 10A. Refer to section 4.2.2 to set fireplace off, the pilot 10A. Your fireplace is in CPI mode.
11. ANNEXES 11.1. DECORATIVE PYRAMIDAL DOCK INSTALLATION AND CLADDING OF CHIMNEY VENT A decorative pyramidal dock is available to your local J.A. Roby dealer for the PAMPERO and the RGC- 25 configuration. IMPORTANT: The dock have to be drop onto the fireplace right after installing the first vent section and the 8 feet isolation sleeve.
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Example: This example use fire-resistant gypsum panel (4) and 1-1/2 metallic stud (2) (2" x 2" wood equivalent) a flat exterior finish, plaster and painting. The frame height is calculated inside the screwing frame (1). And the fire-stop (7) at the ceiling level. a.
- Labour related to warranty repair is covered free of charge during the first year. However, repair work requires the prior approval of an authorized company official. Labour cost. To the account of J. A. ROBY are based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repair work must be done through an authorized J.
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J. A. ROBY will not be responsible for : over-firing, downdrafts, spillage caused by environmental conditions such as rooftops, buildings, nearby trees, • hills, mountains, inadequate vents or ventilation, excessive venting configurations, insufficient makeup air, or negative air pressures which may or may not be caused by mechanical systems such as exhaust fans, furnaces, clothes dryers, etc.