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Archgard Optima 45 - 3 Installation & Maintenance

Direct vent free standing gas heater users’ installation operation and maintenance manual
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WARNING: If the information in this manual is
not followed exactly, 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.
Installer: Please leave this manual with the appliance owner for future reference
Direct Vent Free Standing
For use with Natural Gas or Propane*
U
SERS'
O
PERATION and
M
AINTENANCE
This appliance may be installed in an after-market,
permanently located, manufactured home (USA
only) or 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
certified kit is used.
*Conversion Kit Required for Propane Use
7116 Beatty Dr
Mission, BC V2V 6B4
Canada
Optima 45
Gas Heater
I
NSTALLATION
3
-
M
ANUAL
200-0169
FEBRUARY 2005

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  • Page 1 WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, 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 3 Congratulations on choosing an Archgard fireplace! The Optima 45-3 is one of the most advanced direct vent fireplace heaters available. It is solidly designed using the latest technology and manufactured to the highest quality. It is our aim to provide you with an appliance for many trouble-free years of reliable service. The following are just some of the many features within your new gas fireplace: Heater Classification High Efficiency...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Caution and Safety Instructions Appliance Certification / Installation Codes / Specifications / High Altitude Installation Gas Connections Appliance Dimensions / Description Dimensions / Clearances / Alcove Installation Locating Gas Heater / Vent Termination Locations Allowable Termination Locations Approved Vent Components / Venting Connection Venting - Restrictor Placement Venting Chart Venting - Vertical Termination using Simpson Dura-Vent Pipe...

  • Page 5: Caution And Safety Instructions

    Optima 45 - 3 CAUTION FOR YOUR SAFETY - Do not install or operate your Archgard Optima 45-3 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace without reading and understanding this manual. Any installation or operational deviation from this instruction manual voids the Archgard Industries Warranty and may prove hazardous.

  • Page 6: Appliance Certification / Installation Codes / Specifications / High Altitude Installation

    Optima 45 - 3 APPLIANCE CERTIFICATION This appliance is tested and safety approved under the following US and Canadian gas appliance standards: - ANSI Z21.88b-2003 / CSA 2.33b-2003, Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters - CAN/CGA-2.17-M91, Gas-Fired Appliances for Use at High Altitudes Please contact Archgard Industries Ltd., if you have any questions regarding the certification of...

  • Page 7: Gas Connections

    Optima 45 - 3 GAS CONNECTIONS Before connecting the appliance to the gas supply line, double check that the appliance you have purchased is designed for the gas type you are using. The gas type markings are located on the certification label and also on the appliance’s gas valve.

  • Page 8: Appliance Dimensions / Description

    Optima 45 - 3 APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS DIMENSIONS HEIGHT 30” (762 mm) WIDTH 27” (685 mm) DEPTH 17 ½” (444 mm) APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION UPPER LOUVERS LOWER LOUVERS MAIN CONTROL PANEL GLASS DOOR...

  • Page 9: Top View

    Optima 45 - 3 DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES TOP VIEW 4” (101 mm) 11” (280 mm) STRAIGHT INSTALLATION ALCOVE INSTALLATION SIDE VIEW 2” (50 mm) to top, 1” (25 mm) to bottom and side surfaces of the vent 1” (25 mm) to the surface of the vent 24”...

  • Page 10: Locating Gas Heater / Vent Termination Locations

    Optima 45 - 3 LOCATING GAS HEATER This appliance must be installed in a location that is free of plumbing, electrical wiring and heating or air conditioning ducts. Select a location that is accessible for venting. See ALLOWABLE TERMINATION LOCATIONS listed in this manual.

  • Page 11: Allowable Termination Locations

    Optima 45 - 3 ALLOWABLE TERMINATION LOCATIONS...

  • Page 12: Approved Vent Components / Venting Connection

    Optima 45 - 3 APPROVED VENT COMPONENTS The appliance will not function without being connected to a proper venting system. This appliance may only use direct vent system supplied by Archgard, or Simpson Dura-Vent direct vent systems with the appropriate Adaptor dependent upon the venting guidelines within this manual.

  • Page 13: Venting - Restrictor Placement

    Optima 45 - 3 VENTING - RESTRICTOR PLACEMENT RESTRICTOR PLACEMENT FOR SIDEWALL VENTED APPLICATIONS ONLY WARNING: These restrictors are only to be installed in the vent system if the vent exceeds 10’ in vertical height. See below which restrictor to use.

  • Page 14: Venting Chart

    Optima 45 - 3 VENTING CHART The appliance will not function without being connected to a proper venting system. This appliance may only use direct vent system supplied by Archgard, or Simpson Dura- Vent direct vent systems with Archgard SDK-3 adapter.

  • Page 15: Venting - Vertical Termination Using Simpson Dura-Vent Pipe

    Optima 45 - 3 VENTING - VERTICAL TERMINATION USING SIMPSON DURA-VENT PIPE The Optima 45-3 can be vented vertically using Simpson Dura-Vent Direct Vent System. To vent using Simpson Dura-Vent exclusively, you must use the Archgard SDA-U Adaptor and connect the (SDA-U) adaptor to the top of flue outlet on the Optima 45-3 gas fireplace.
  • Page 16 Optima 45 - 3 VENTING - VERTICAL TERMINATION USING SIMPSON DURA-VENT PIPE NOTE: • Galvanized pipe is desirable above the roofline due to its higher corrosion resistance. Continue to add pipe sections throughout the flashing until the height of the vent cap meets the minimum height requirements specified in Fig.

  • Page 17: Venting - Horizontally Using Archgard Vent Kit (Tvk-Fsu)

    Optima 45 - 3 VENTING - HORIZONTALLY USING ARCHGARD TVK-FSU VENT KIT NOTES: This Vent Kit must be installed directly onto the flue outlet of the heater. Maintain a minimum of 1” (25mm) sides and bottom, and 2” (50 mm) from the top surfaces of the horizontal vent.

  • Page 18: Venting - Below Grade Using Archgard Snorkel Kit (Snk-24)

    Optima 45 - 3 VENTING - BELOW GRADE USING FLEXIBLE DIRECT VENT SYSTEMS INSTALLATION PROCEDURES FOR ARCHGARD SNORKEL KIT (Part # SNK-24) NOTE: The Archgard Snorkel kit is designed for 4” x 7” (101 mm x 178 mm) flexible gas liners that are NOT supplied with the Snorkel Termination Head and MUST be ordered separately.

  • Page 19: Venting - Horizontally Using Simpson Dura-Vent Direct Vent Systems

    Optima 45 - 3 VENTING - HORIZONTALLY USING SIMPSON DURA-VENT DIRECT VENT SYSTEMS The Optima 45-3 can be vented horizontally using Simpson Dura-Vent Direct Vent System. To vent using Simpson Dura-Vent exclusively, you must use the Archgard SDA-U Adaptor and connect the SDA-U adaptor to the top of the Optima 45-3 as shown in Fig.
  • Page 20 Optima 45 - 3 VENTING - HORIZONTALLY USING SIMPSON DURA-VENT DIRECT VENT SYSTEMS INSTALLATION PROCEDURES FOR SIMPSON DURA-VENT DIRECT VENT SYSTEM 1. Set the Optima 45-3 in its desired location. Determine if wall studs or roof rafters are in the way the when venting system is at- tached.
  • Page 21 Optima 45 - 3 VENTING - HORIZONTALLY USING SIMPSON DURA-VENT DIRECT VENT SYSTEMS INSTALLATION PROCEDURES FOR SIMPSON DURA-VENT DIRECT VENT SYSTEM 5. Mark the wall with an 11” (279 mm) x 10” (254 mm) hole. See termination framing on page 22. The center of the hole should line up with the centerline of the horizontal pipe.
  • Page 22 Optima 45 - 3 VENTING - BELOW GRADE USING SIMPSON DURA-VENT DIRECT VENT SYSTEMS INSTALLATION PROCEDURES FOR SIMPSON DURA-VENT DIRECT VENT SYSTEM SNORKEL TERMINATIONS: For installations requiring a vertical rise on the exterior of the building, 14” (355mm) and a 36” (914mm) tall Snorkel Termination Caps are available.

  • Page 23: Log Placement

    Optima 45 - 3 LOG PLACEMENT Archgard chooses ceramic fiber logs for use in the Optima 45-3. The logs are designed to give a realistic fire package, and are created for long life, to give you the same beautiful look as the day they were originally installed.
  • Page 24 Optima 45 - 3 LOG PLACEMENT - Continued OPTIMA 45-3 7-PIECE LOG SET SHOWN BELOW The bottom of each log will be stamped with a 2- or 3-digit code. The following pages will identify each log and the correct log position.
  • Page 25 Optima 45 - 3 LOG PLACEMENT - Continued STEP 1 - Locate Log # 12 and place it on the burner pins as shown. LOG #12 STEP 2 - Locate Log #80 and place it on the burner pins as shown.
  • Page 26 Optima 45 - 3 LOG PLACEMENT - Continued STEP 3 - Locate Log #142 and place it on Log #12 as shown. LOG #142 LOG #12 STEP 4 - Locate Log #13 and place it as shown, aligning holes & pins on logs and burner.
  • Page 27 Optima 45 - 3 LOG PLACEMENT - Continued STEP 5 - Locate Log #83 and place it as shown. The bottom left of the log should be in the burner hole. LOG #83 STEP 6 - Locate Log #74 and place it as shown. The log will rest on burner pin.

  • Page 28: Front View

    Optima 45 - 3 LOG PLACEMENT - Continued FRONT VIEW CERAMIC BRICK PANELS The Optima 45-3 comes with a set of Ceramic Brick Panels. They are factory-installed for your convenience, therefore no adjustments should be made. If you find any damage to the Ceramic Brick Panels please contact...

  • Page 29: Optional Wall Switch Or Thermostat

    Optima 45 - 3 OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH OR THERMOSTAT If a wall-mounted switch or a wall-mounted thermostat is desired, Archgard recommends that the device be wired as shown in Fig 1. Note: Archgard Industries does not manufacture or sell any wall switch or wall thermostat and will not extend warranty to them.

  • Page 30: Final Installation Check / Initial Operation

    Optima 45 - 3 FINAL INSTALLATION CHECK Each Archgard Gas Fireplace is checked and tested at the factory prior to being packaged and shipped to our dealers and finally installed in your home. Archgard recommends that before leaving this unit with the customer, the installer must ensure that the appliance is firing correctly, and that the electrical system is in working order.

  • Page 31: First Fire And Lighting Instructions

    Optima 45 - 3 FIRST FIRE When operated for the first few times, the appliance will emit some odor and fumes. This is due to the heat from the appliance evaporating the oils and solvents used in fabricating the appliance. Close off the room to the rest of the house and open all windows. Keep the room well ventilated as smoke alarm may sound.

  • Page 32: Lighting Instructions On Rating Plate

    Optima 45 - 3 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS ON RATING PLATE WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire of explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by a spark ignitor.

  • Page 33: Glass Door Removal / If Your Glass Breaks

    Optima 45 - 3 GLASS DOOR REMOVAL WARNING: • Do not attempt to remove the glass panel assemblies when the appliance is hot. • Do not strike or abuse glass panel (s). • Do not operate with glass panel (s) broken or cracked.

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting Guide

    Optima 45 - 3 Please check to make sure the instructions are followed exactly before attempting troubleshooting of the appliance. WARNING: Troubleshooting and servicing of gas and electrical devices of the appliance should only be conducted by a qualified service technician.
  • Page 35 Optima 45 - 3 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM The main burner does not turn on with the pilot lit. Cont... The main burner shuts off when the appliance is warm. Sooty deposits on the glass door. Sharp blue flames with flames lifting off the burner at the ends.

  • Page 36: Maintenance

    Optima 45 - 3 MAINTENANCE CAUTION: Do not conduct maintenance on the appliance while it is operating or while it is still hot. CLEANING THE APPLIANCE The exterior painted surfaces, glass and gold trims may be cleaned with a soft, non-abrasive cloth and water or a suitable, mild, non-abrasive cleaner.

  • Page 37: Servicing Under Warranty / Adjusting Primary Air

    Optima 45 - 3 SERVICING UNDER WARRANTY Before servicing, read the Terms and Conditions of the Archgard Warranty at the back of the manual. Contact the Authorized Archgard dealer where you purchased the appliance and provide them with details of the problem together with the initial installation information (from the back of this manual).

  • Page 38: Changing Main Burner Orifice

    Optima 45 - 3 ADJUSTING PRIMARY AIR NOTE: (Fig. 1) is to give an example of a correct and incorrect flame pattern. It is not a true representation of what the Optima 45-3 will look like in the customer’s home environment.

  • Page 39: Checking Inlet / Outlet Gas Pressure / Adjusting Pilot / Convertible Pilot Orifice

    Optima 45 - 3 CHECKING INLET AND OUTLET GAS PRESSURE 1. Remove the control panel. 2. The pressure test taps are located on the valve. The taps are located on the gas valve front face. The inlet is marked ‘IN’ and the outlet is marked ‘OUT’. (See Fig.1) 3.

  • Page 40: Replacing Convection Blower / Wiring Diagram

    Optima 45 - 3 REPLACING CONVECTION BLOWER Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing This appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical code, CSA C22.1.

  • Page 41: Valve Tray Assembly / Parts List

    Optima 45 - 3 VALVE TRAY ASSEMBLY Item # 308-0013 Valve NOVA SIT 820 (0.820.652) Natural Gas 301-0000 Straight ⅜” (9.5 mm) compression ⅜” (9.5 mm) MNPT 301-0009 Tubing ⅜” (9.5 mm) Dia. Aluminum (Main Supply Tube) 301-0001 Elbow ⅜” (9.5 mm) compression 90 deg. ⅛” (3 mm) MNPT...

  • Page 42: Parts List - Ceramic Logs & Burner Pan

    Optima 45 - 3 PARTS LIST - Ceramic Logs and Burner Pan LOG #83 Item # 310-0080 FiberFlame Log #80 310-0074 FiberFlame Log #74 310-0013 FiberFlame Log #13 310-0012 FiberFlame Log #12 310-0142 FiberFlame Log #142 310-0083 FiberFlame Log #83...

  • Page 43: Replacement Parts List

    Optima 45 - 3 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST ARCHGARD OPTIMA 45-3 Item # 200-0169 Owner’s Manual 300-0055 Door Latch “J” Hook Threaded 308-0005 Piezo Igniter Only 700-0140 Vent Restrictor #1 700-0141 Vent Restrictor #2 722-0228 Upper Pilot Shield 305-0019 ON / OFF Rocker Switch 308-0046 Knob Extension - ON / OFF 1 ½”...

  • Page 44: Archgard Warranty

    ARCHGARD ARCHGARD This Limited Warranty is made by ARCHGARD INDUSTRIES LTD., hereinafter referred to as “Archgard”. Archgard warrants to the original purchaser of an Archgard gas burning fireplace (s) that the product will be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service, for a “lifetime”.

  • Page 45: Frequently Asked Questions

    Optima 45 - 3 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Listed below are some frequently asked questions regarding your Archgard Gas Fireplace. If you have questions that are not listed below, or are not answered in this manual, please contact your Authorized Archgard Dealer.

  • Page 46: Notes

    Optima 45 - 3 NOTES...

  • Page 48: Warranty Registration Card

    WARRANTY REGISTRATION ARCHGARD INDUSTRIES LTD. 7116 BEATTY DRIVE MISSION, B.C. CANADA FOLD DOWN AT LINE & TAPE CLOSED PTIMA 45 - 3 Model # : Name & Address: City: Dealer's Name & Address: City: Installer's Name & Address: City: Why did you choose this product? Thank you for purchasing our product and filling out this warranty card.
  • Page 49 Archgard Industries Ltd. 7116 Beatty Drive Mission, B.C. V2V 6B4 Canada Telephone: (604) 820 - 8262 Fax: (604) 820 - 8881 Telephone Toll Free: 1 - 877 - 820 - 9800 Fax Toll Free: 1 - 866 - 820 - 2802 Website: www.archgard.com...

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