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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
7116 Beatty Dr
Mission, BC V2V 6B4
Canada
Optima 45
Direct Vent Free Standing
Gas Heater
For use with natural gas or
propane
U
SERS
I
NSTALLATION
O
PERATION &
M
1
-
AINTENANCE
M
ANUAL
200-0048
18AUG00
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- Page 1 Optima 45 Direct Vent Free Standing Gas Heater For use with natural gas or propane SERS NSTALLATION f i r e - p a r t s . c o m PERATION & AINTENANCE WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, fire or explosion may result ANUAL causing property damage, personal injury or loss of...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Introduction General Information Appliance Description Dimensions and Clearances Installation Instructions 7—16 Operation Instructions 17—18 Maintenance Trouble Shooting Instructions 20—21 Wiring Diagrams Servicing 23—24 Replacement Parts Warranty f i r e - p a r t s . c o m CAUTION Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies. -
Page 3: Introduction
Optima 45 INTRODUCTION Congratulations for choosing an Archgard fireplace. The Optima 45 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 an appliance with many trouble free years of reliable service. -
Page 4: General Information
- ANSI Z21.88a-1998/CSA 2.33a-M98, Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters, - ANSI Z21.44-1995, CAN1-2.19-M81, Direct Vent Wall Furnaces - 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 this appliance. INSTALLATION CODES This appliance must be installed by a qualified gas appliance installer. -
Page 5: Appliance Description
Optima 45 APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION FRONT VIEW LOUVERS GLASS DOOR MAIN CONTROL HOUSING f i r e - p a r t s . c o m APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS 27” 17.5’ 30”... -
Page 6: Dimensions And Clearances
Optima 45 DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES TOP VIEW 4” (102 mm) BACKWALL 4” (102 mm) 11” (280 mm) 11” (280 mm) 4” (102 mm) SIDEWALL f i r e - p a r t s . c o m CORNER INSTALLATION STRAIGHT INSTALLATION SIDE VIEW 2”... -
Page 7: Installation Instructions
Optima 45 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PRECAUTIONS This appliance must be installed by a qualified gas installer and the • installation must conform to the installation codes. Provide adequate clearance around air openings of the appliance. Never • obstruct front openings. Provide adequate clearances for proper operation and servicing of the •... - Page 8 Optima 45 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Natural Gas Pressure Settings: The inlet supply or line pressure must be a minimum of 4.5” wc (1.1 kPa) and a maximum of 8” wc (2 kPa). The orifice has a #37 hole. ELEVATION INPUT RATING 0-4500 ft.
- Page 9 6. Never slope horizontal vents downwards. 7. Maintain at least a rise of 1/4” (7 mm) for every 1 ft (305 mm) of horizontal vent. 8. Terminate the vent with a suitable vent termination supplied by Archgard Part # TK-1 or Simpson Dura Vent.
- Page 10 VENTING 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-1 adapter. f i r e - p a r t s . c o m...
- Page 11 Optima 45 f i r e - p a r t s . c o m...
- Page 12 Restictor Number 2 Restictor Number 1 Archgard System In the Archgard system the restrictors are placed on the exhaust outlet on the appliance. Simpson Duravent With Simpson Duravent the restrictors can be placed anywhere in the system. Locate the restrictor in the exhaust section fitting into the formed lip.
- Page 13 Optima 45 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont... STANDARD VENT KIT ASSEMBLY (TVK-FS1 & TVK-FS2) 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” (51mm) from the top surfaces of the hori- zontal vent.
- Page 14 Optima 45 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont... “B” VENT ADAPTER INSTALLATION (BVA-45/55) This adapter will convert the Optima 45 direct vent heater into a “B” vent type heater. After installing this adapter, the venting needs to be installed according to the code for “B” vent appliances.
- Page 15 Do not operate with glass panel broken or cracked. • Broken or cracked glass panel assemblies must be replaced only with • ones supplied by Archgard Industries. Do not use substitute materials or assemblies. • Replacement of the glass should be carried out by a licensed or qualified •...
- Page 16 Optima 45 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont... PLACEMENT OF LOGS AND BRANCHES • Locate the rear log on the locator pins and then the front log on it’s pins. The branch fits over top as shown. REAR LOG BRANCH FRONT LOG f i r e - p a r t s . c o m PLACEMENT OF EMBERS •...
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Page 17: Operation Instructions
Optima 45 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE LIGHTING INITIAL OPERATION • Check that the appliance is properly vented and connected to the gas supply. • Check that the logs and branches are properly placed. • Check that all external parts, such as grills, door and faceplate are properly attached and fastened. - Page 18 Optima 45 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont.. LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS (copy of instruction plate found in control panel) FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING 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.
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Page 19: Maintenance
Optima 45 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 20: Trouble Shooting Instructions
Optima 45 TROUBLE SHOOTING Please check to make sure the instructions are followed exactly before attempting trouble shooting of the appliance. WARNING: Trouble shooting and servicing of gas and electrical devices of the appliance should only be conducted by a qualified service technician. SYMPTOM ACTION Pilot will not light after... - Page 21 Optima 45 TROUBLE SHOOTING Cont... SYMPTOM ACTION The main burner does not 3. Check to make sure the thermostat is set high enough to turn turn on with the pilot lit. on the appliance. Cont... 4. Check that the remote switch or the thermostat is turned on. 5.
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Page 22: Wiring Diagrams
Optima 45 WIRING DIAGRAMS VALVE CONNECTIONS SPARK ELECTRODE OPTIONAL THERMOSTAT PILOT BURNER THERMOCOUPLE THERMOPILE OPTIONAL REMOTE WALL SWITCH PILOT ON/OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY To SPARKER f i r e - p a r t s . c o m... -
Page 23: Servicing
SERVICING SERVICING UNDER WARRANTY Before servicing, read the terms and conditions of the Archgard warranty at the back of the manual. Contact the Archgard authorized dealer which you have purchased the appliance from and provide him with details of the problem and the installation information which the installer has fill out at the back of the manual. -
Page 24: Servicing
Optima 45 SERVICING Cont... CHANGING MAIN BURNER ORIFICE • Remove the glass door, log branches and the front log. • Unscrew the 3 screws holding the burner shield between the burner tubes and remove the shield and lift out the burner. •... -
Page 25: Replacement Parts
In the event your glass cracks or breaks, it must be replaced by the exact same size and mate- rial. It is made from high temperature ceramic material. See replacement parts list and contact your nearest Archgard dealer. • Remove door and remove the 3 screws on each side of the door. Remove rope gasket and pull out inner frame. - Page 26 Optima 45 Replacement Parts for OPTIMA 45 Item # Item Description Unit 200-0048 OWNER'S MANUAL, OPTIMA 45 1 EA 300-0029 HINGE, 1" X 1" BUTT HINGE FLUSH 4 EA 300-0031 MAGNET .25 X.875 X 1.0 7# PULL 4 EA 300-0055 LATCH CLAMP FTNER C/W THRDED J HOOK C/W 2 EA 301-0038...
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Page 27: Warranty
This Limited Warranty is made by ARCHGARD INDUSTRIES LTD. hereinafter referred to as "Archgard". Archgard warrants to the original consumer that the gas burning fireplaces will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service, for a lifetime.
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