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Town & Country Fireplaces HELIFIRE 360 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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INSTAllER: leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUmER: Retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING:
If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property damage,
personal injury or death.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
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 neighbour's phone. Follow the gas
supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier
call the fire department.
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapours and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
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 of gas
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is
not convertible for use with other gases, unless a
certified kit is used.
This appliance is suitable for installation in a
bedroom or bed sitting room.
Visit www. townandcountryfireplaces.com for the most recent version of this manual
090617-36
HELIFIRE 360
POWER VENTED/DIRECT VENT
FIRE FEATURE
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL: HELIFIRE 360
SERIES: A
HELIFIRE 360
SERIAL #
5055.64-A

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  • Page 1 This appliance is suitable for installation in a bedroom or bed sitting room. MODEL: HELIFIRE 360 SERIES: A Visit www. townandcountryfireplaces.com for the most recent version of this manual 090617-36 HELIFIRE 360 5055.64-A...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Reinstalling the Burner Control / Valve assembly Congratulations on your purchase on a single window unit........... 20 of a Town & Country HeliFire 360 Feature ......5 Electrical Connection ............ 21 HeliFire 360 Specifications ..........5 HeliFire 360 electrical connection ......21 Fire feature Dimensions ...........

  • Page 3: Caution

    Owners Information Owners Information Caution This appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa). This appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).

  • Page 4: Owners Information

    Owners Information Important Note for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts From Massachusetts Rules and Regulations 248 CMR 5.08: For all side wall horizontally vented gas fuelled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7) feet above finished grade in the area of the venting, including but not limited to decks and porches, the following requirements shall be satisfied.

  • Page 5: Congratulations On Your Purchase Of A Town & Country Helifire 360 Feature

    If you discover any problems with your HeliFire 360 fire feature contact your dealer immediately to have the unit repaired. Caution: Do not attempt to repair the HeliFire 360 fire feature because you may cause injury to yourself or others, and risk causing damage to the unit.

  • Page 6: Fire Feature Dimensions

    Top down view Top down view 8 7/8” 8” 8 7/8” Side view Front view Side view 90” 60 1/8” 62 1/4” 60 1/8” 62 1/4” 5 1/2” 14 1/2” 5 1/2” Figure 2: HeliFire 360 dimensions. TCHF.22bodya_ 090617-36 5055.64-a TCHF.22STbodya...

  • Page 7: Installation Requirements

    In the state of Massachusetts, only a licensed Plumber and Gas Fitter may install this product. Manufactured (Mobile) Homes In some jurisdictions, the HeliFire 360 may be installed in Manufactured Homes after the “first sale”. Consult local codes for approval. The Fire feature must be fastened in place.

  • Page 8: First Fire

    Various types of installations are possible, such as, a peninsula wall, island, and between two interior walls. Figure 3: Locating the HeliFire 360. TCHF.22bodya_ 090617-36 5055.64-a TCHF.22STbodya...

  • Page 9: Helifire 360 Orientation

    For best flame appearance, orient the unit so that the flame is pointing downward. The HeliFire 360 is unique in that it can be oriented in any position but must be mounted so that the glass door is in a vertical plane.

  • Page 10: Installers Information

    Installers Information Installers Information Framing and Interior Finishing The unit can be covered with 1/2 inch sheetrock (drywall) up to the perimeter flange behind the window frame. Additional facing material may come to within 1/8 inch of the decorative trim. Additional facing material must not interfere with glass frame access.

  • Page 11: Eight Foot Wall Installation Options

    Installers Information Eight foot wall installation options The HeliFire 360 can be installed in a number of different positions and into varying wall heights of 8 feet and higher. For a vertical installation in an 8 foot wall, it is recommended that the unit be framed into a stud space of 22 1/2 inches.

  • Page 12: Air Intake And Exhaust Pipe Insulation

    The combustion air intake location is restricted to one location only. Combustion air intake Air intake must NOT The air must enter the HeliFire 360 must NOT occur at occur at this location via the end of the unit (Figure 6).

  • Page 13: Framing Options

    Installers Information Framing Options The HeliFire 360 is unique in that it can be oriented in any position but must be mounted so that the glass door is in a vertical plane. The exception being that the HeliFire 360 cannot be installed flat in a floor or ceiling.

  • Page 14: When Using Outdoor Flashing

    Figure 12: HeliFire 360 cross section view. When installing the HeliFire 360 outdoors, the outdoor flashing must be used. 7/16” thick sheathing must be used under the flashing (Figure 11). Do not fasten the sheathing to the face of the unit.

  • Page 15: Gas Connection

    HeliFire 360 “ON”. 1. Begin with the ON/OFF wall switch turned to the off position. Turn off the gas supply from inside the HeliFire 360. To do this, the gas assembly needs to be pulled out of the HeliFire 360 body before being able to access the gas shut off valve.

  • Page 16: Gas Pressure Check

    Gas Pressure Check Note: To test the gas pressure, turn off the gas supply before removing the plug from the supply pressure test port or manifold pressure test port. Verify gas pressures with the HeliFire 360 lit. Gas pressure requirements...

  • Page 17: Removing The Burner Control / Valve Assembly On A See Through Unit

    2. Turn off the gas supply to the HeliFire 360. 3. Remove the decorative trim to expose the 18 bolts which fasten the glass door to the HeliFire 360. 4. Remove the glass door. (Glass doors on both sides of the unit may be removed for convenience).
  • Page 18 Installers Information 10. Disconnect the gas line to the gas valve assembly using a 3/4 inch wrench (Figure 26). 11. The gas valve assembly can now be removed from the HeliFire 360 body. Figure 24: Disconnecting 24VDC to Figure 26: Removing gas line.

  • Page 19: Removing The Burner Control / Valve Assembly On A Single Window Unit

    (Figure 33). 9. Remove the two 5/16 Allen screws which secures the gas valve assembly to the body of the HeliFire 360 (Figure 36). 10. The entire gas valve assembly can be slid in towards the firebox cavity (Figure 35).

  • Page 20: Reinstalling The Burner Control / Valve Assembly On A Single Window Unit

    12. Disconnect the gas connector at the base of the flexible line using a 3/4 inch wrench (Figure 37). 13. The gas valve assembly can now be removed from the HeliFire 360 (Figure 38). Reinstalling the Burner Control / Valve assembly on a single window unit.

  • Page 21: Electrical Connection

    Installers Information Electrical Connection HeliFire 360 electrical connection The HeliFire 360 requires unswitched electrical power supply. The fire feature including BLACK its power vent are rated at 115 BROWN Volts, 60 Hz, 2.48 amps. GROUND GREY WHITE • Connect electrical power...

  • Page 22: Wall Switch

    While the wall switch is included with the HeliFire 360, the wiring for the wall switch is not included . In Canada, a thermostat can be used for installations in a bed room or a bed sitting room.

  • Page 23: Electrical Diagram

    VENT VACUUM SWITCH VALVE BROWN 24 VAC TRANSFORMER SENSE ELECTRODE GREY WHITE NEUTRAL 115 VAC BLACK LINE 60 Hz GREEN Single phase BROWN BROWN ON / OFF WALL SWITCH (SUPPLIED) Figure 47: HeliFire 360 wiring diagram. TCHF.22bodyA_ 090617-36 5055.64-A TCHF.22STbodyA...

  • Page 24: Venting Requirements

    Exterior wall opening: Determine the exact position of the HeliFire 360 so that the venting pipe is centered between two building framing members. Consult your local building codes prior to proceeding. IMPORTANT: When locating the opening, it should be noted that venting terminal clearances must be main- tained.

  • Page 25: Vent Standoffs

    Installers Information Vent Standoffs A 1/4 inch space is required between the exhaust flue vent and any combustible surface. Engineered stud brackets (Figure 59 and Figure 60) are used to support both studs and the vent as it passes through the studs.

  • Page 26: Surface Mount Power Vent

    To adjust the airflow: Note: The HeliFire 360 combustion air inlet 1. With the HeliFire 360 lit, observe the box is used only with the Surface mount length of the flame. If flame is too power vent unit. The Flush mount power vent unit has its’...

  • Page 27: Surface Mount Power Vent (Vertical Or Horizontal Termination)

    7” the exhaust fan which is pulling air from the HeliFire 360, and the air inlet and restrictor which regulates the proper air flow into the HeliFire 360. For a description of how the air intake 12”...

  • Page 28: Engineered Stud Brackets

    To install, cut out a 4 5/8” section MIN. 24 from a stud and fasten two brackets PLACES to each stud. The HeliFire 360 comes with 4 pairs of brackets. Additional brackets can be ordered. Figure 59: Engineered stud brackets.

  • Page 29: Flue Collar Position

    Installers Information Flue Collar Position The HeliFire 360 is shipped with the flue collar attached to the end of the unit (Figure 62). The flue collar can be relocated to either side of the unit. To change exhaust vent position: Ehaust 1.

  • Page 30: Vent Terminal Minimum Clearances

    Installers Information Vent Terminal Minimum Clearances FIXED CLOSED OPEN- FIXED ABLE CLOSED OPEN- ABLE AREA WHERE TERMINAL GAS METER VENT TERMINAL AIR SUPPLY INLET IS NOT PERMITTED Figure 64: Vent terminal minimum clearances. See bottom of page Clearances above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony. (See “Power Venting Clearances” for flush mount rule. 18 in.

  • Page 31: Maintenance

    Installers Information Maintenance CAUTION: Turn off gas and electrical power supply (if applicable) and allow ample time for unit to cool before servicing appliance. It is recommended that the fire feature and its venting be inspected at least once a year by a qualified service person.

  • Page 32: Replaceable Parts

    Replaceable Parts Part Part number Body (Single sided) ....................TCHF.22BODYA See through body ....................TCHF.22STBODYA HeliFire 360 flashing kit ....................TCHF.22FLA Control assy ......................TCRP.814005A Burner assy ......................TCRP.501164A Door assy ........................ TCRP.814012A Door trim assy ......................TCRP.814013A Surface mount power vent kit ................... TCVT.PVSMA Includes 2 x 25’...
  • Page 33 Installers Information HeliFire 360 Door trim Door Assy. Single sided Body flashing kit. assy. & See thru body. Burner assy. Control assy. Vent standoffs HeliFire 360 Engineered stud brackets - 4 pair 20 pieces Fire stops TCHF.22bodyA_ 090617-36 5055.64-A TCHF.22STbodyA...

  • Page 34: Lighting Instructions

    Installers Information Lighting Instructions 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. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.

  • Page 35: Rating Label

    Installers Information Rating label The rating label for the HeliFire 360 is elongated to make it able to fit the dimensions of the HeliFire 360. This representation is for reference only. It is located behind the door frame decora- tive covering.
  • Page 36 © 2017 Copyright Pacific Energy Fireplace Products LTD Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission is prohibited, except as allowed under the copyright laws. For technical support, please contact your retailer. Web site: www.townandcountryfireplaces.com 2975 Allenby Rd., Duncan, BC V9l 6V8 Printed in Canada...

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