Design Dynamics BVC-36YA Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

Mosaic masonry. b-vent gas fireplace with electronic ignition

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FIREPLACE CHASSIS MODELS
BVC-36YA, BVC-42YA AND BVC-50YA
NATURAL GAS BURNER & LOG
MODULE MODELS
BBM-36N-JHB, BBM-42N-JHB AND
BBM-50N-JHB
PROPANE/LP GAS BURNER & LOG
MODULE MODELS
BBM-36P-JHB, BBM-42P-JHB AND
BBM-50P-JHB
FIREBRICK WALL SYSTEMS MODELS
MKB-36,42,50(SS)(SH)-(R,I)A SERIES
vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS :
FOR YOUR SAFETY
For more information, visit www.fmiproducts.com
MOSAIC MASONRY
B-VENT GAS FIREPLACE
WITH ELECTRONIC IGNITION
OWNER'S OPERATION AND
INSTALLATION MANUAL
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  • Page 1 MOSAIC MASONRY ™ B-VENT GAS FIREPLACE WITH ELECTRONIC IGNITION OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL FIREPLACE CHASSIS MODELS BVC-36YA, BVC-42YA AND BVC-50YA NATURAL GAS BURNER & LOG MODULE MODELS BBM-36N-JHB, BBM-42N-JHB AND BBM-50N-JHB PROPANE/LP GAS BURNER & LOG MODULE MODELS BBM-36P-JHB, BBM-42P-JHB AND...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    stallation and operational procedures. For assistance service agency or the gas supplier. NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL CHECK LOCAL CODES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION SAVE THIS BOOK of Massachusetts. TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety ..............3 Cleaning and Maintenance ........ 28 Unpacking BBM Series........
  • Page 3: Safety

    SAFETY WARNING: This product con- WARNING: Any change to 1. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with propane/LP supply tank(s) inside any structure. Locate propane/LP supply tank(s) outdoors.
  • Page 4: Unpacking Bbm Series

    SAFETY Continued bedding material, etc. Turn off the gas valve and ventilation air in any way. Provide adequate clearances around air open- 10. Have venting system inspected annually by ings into the combustion chamber along with adequate accessibility clearance for venting system cleaned or repaired.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Models BBM-36(N,P)-JHB, BBM-42(N,P)- The installation must conform with local JHB and BBM-50(N,P)-JHB are log/gas codes or, in the absence of local codes, with burner modules that use an electronic control the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI valve and ignition system. These modules are Z223.1/NFPA 54.
  • Page 6: Selecting Location

    SELECTING LOCATION Corner installations make use of space location for your appliance, you must take into that may not normally be used and provides consideration the following guidelines: heat transference. 1. The location must allow for proper clear- ances (see clearance information on provide a discreet page 10).
  • Page 7: Product Dimensions

    PRODUCT DIMENSIONS 29" " " " " " 11" OUTSIDE AIR 67" ACCESS 61" 58" 49" 30" GAS LINE ACCESS " " 7" 1" " 36" " " 1" " 11" " Figure 3 - 36" Model BVC-36YA www.fmiproducts.com 124387-01A...
  • Page 8 PRODUCT DIMENSIONS Continued " " " 29" " " 5/8" OUTSIDE 11" ACCESS 58" 67" 61" 49" 30" GAS LINE ACCESS " " 7" " " 42" " 1" 13" " 17" Figure 4 - 42" Model BVC-42YA " 24" "...
  • Page 9: Pre-Installation Preparation

    PRE INSTALLATION PREPARATION SELECTING LOCATION consideration the following guidelines: 1. The location must allow for proper clearances (see Figures 6 and 7). not be affected by drafts, air conditioning " ducts, windows or doors. " 3. A location that avoids cutting of joists or roof rafters will make installation easier.
  • Page 10 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT (MODEL AK4/AK4F) Installation of an outside air kit should be due to the nature of it's location. Outside com- bustion air is accessed through a vented crawl space (AK4F) or through a sidewall (AK4). in attic space.
  • Page 11: Venting Installation

    PRE INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued TOP VIEW Combustible Outer Material May Surround Be Used " SAFE (3.8 cm) ZONE Max. 3" (7.6 cm) 33° Max. 6" (15.2 cm) Max. 9" (22.9 cm) Perpendicular 12" Wall (30.5 cm) Figure 10 - Side Clearances - Top View (Cross Section) VENTING INSTALLATION A FMI PRODUCTS, LLC or an 8"...
  • Page 12 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued EFFECTIVE HEIGHT OF TERMINATION CAP UP TO 6 FT. MAX. 12 FT. 17 FT. MINIMUM MINIMUM HEIGHT HEIGHT 3 FT. MINIMUM TO OFFSET Figure 12 - Typical Residential Installations VENTING INSTALLATION USING FMI FMI PRODUCTS, LLC chimney system PART NO.
  • Page 13 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF DOUBLE WALL CHIMNEY SYSTEM Firestop spacers are required at each point where chimney penetrates a floor space. Each double wall chimney section consists of Their purpose is to establish and maintain a galvanized outer pipe, a stainless steel in- required clearance between chimney and combustible materials.
  • Page 14 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued PENETRATING ROOF To maintain a 1" clearance to pipe on a roof with a pitch, a rectangular opening must be cut. 1. Determine center point where pipe will penetrate roof. base. Secure in position by nailing through 2.
  • Page 15 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Fireplace system must be terminated with B-TYPE VENTING SYSTEM listed round top or chase terminations. In any Transition pipe model BTC-8 and starter collar case, refer to installation instructions supplied are shown in Figure 20. Remove starter collar with termination.
  • Page 16: Installation

    VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Check this area FINISHING FIREPLACE along entire top Combustible materials, such as wallboard, opening. Smoke gypsum board, sheet rock, drywall, plywood, etc. may make direct contact with sides and be drawn into appliance that combustible materials do not overlap face opening.
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION Continued IMPORTANT: Install main gas valve (equip- Shutoff ment shutoff valve) in an accessible location. Valve The main gas valve is for turning on or shutting off the gas to the appliance. Extension Typical Exterior Wall Gas your local codes. Use pipe of Shutoff Installation Figure 22 - Manual Shutoff Valve Installation...
  • Page 18 INSTALLATION Continued Install incoming 1/2" gas line (as permitted 4. Install the left and right leading bricks. by local codes) through the gas line opening (Figure 25). The pipe should extend to around provided as shown in Figure 26. with shut off valve that is supplied with the log/burner module.
  • Page 19 INSTALLATION Continued Retaining GROUTING INSTRUCTIONS Bracket Material provided: Right Wall Bag of cement Bag of sand Material required: Piping bag Leading Bricks Joints striker Heavy duty mixing bucket Sponge or Wet Cloth 1. Moisten brick surface with damp sponge or spray bottle just prior to application. When bricks are wet, any excess grout mixture on bricks will easily wipe off.
  • Page 20 INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING SCREEN WARNING: All gas piping 1. Slide round end of screen rod into rings at top of screen. Attach one push-on nut to end of rod before attaching last ring of screen. 2. Insert the round end screen rod into hole on the left and right side of smoke shelf After ensuring that gas valve (Figure 30).
  • Page 21 INSTALLATION Continued Flexible Inlet Pressure Tap Pilot Adjustment Gas Line Gas Shutoff Do NOT Valve Kink 1/2" NPT Incoming Note: Gas Line Outlet Pressure Tap 1) Wire connections not Set Screw shown for clarity 2) * 1/8" NPT Plugged Tapping Figure 31 - Connecting Incoming Gas Line to Flex Gas Line INSTALLING LOG/BURNER MODULE Before installing module, make sure all bat-...
  • Page 22 INSTALLATION Continued CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS Equipment Open Shutoff Valve WARNING: Test all gas piping installing or servicing. Correct Closed Figure 33 - Equipment Shutoff Valve Equipment WARNING: Never use an Shutoff Valve Propane/ LP Supply Tank PRESSURE TESTING GAS SUPPLY PIPING SYSTEM Gas Valve equipment shutoff valve from gas supply...
  • Page 23 INSTALLATION Continued 3. Check all joints from propane/LP supply tank or gas meter to equipment shutoff of burner and on burner ports (see Figure valve (see Figure 34 or Figure 35, page 36). This will create the glowing ember ap- 22).
  • Page 24 INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING OPTIONAL GLASS INSTALLING GLASS DOORS Spring clips have been installed but some DOOR ACCESSORY adjustments may be needed. Install the doors IMPORTANT: Install glass door using the following steps: 1. With bifold doors completely folded, insert door. bottom pivot pin into pivot hole located near bottom corner of front face opening INSTALLING FRAME...
  • Page 25: Operation

    OPERATION FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING 3. Turn safety shutoff switch to the OFF posi- tion or press OFF on hand-held remote. WARNING: If you do not fol- 4. Fully open glass doors, if installed. 5. Remove center brick/control cover. 6.
  • Page 26: Gas Control Module System

    GAS CONTROL MODULE SYSTEM The module has 2 special features built into 1. There is a switch located on the right side the system. of the module that reads REMOTE/OFF (Figure 43). CONTINUOUS PILOT FEATURE 2. When the remote/off switch is in the OFF This allows the change from a spark to pilot position, the burner will operate from the system to a standing pilot system...
  • Page 27: Inspecting Burners

    INSPECTING BURNERS BURNER FLAME PATTERN patterns often. ing. Flame patterns will be different from unit PILOT ASSEMBLY to unit and will vary depending on installation The pilot assembly is factory preset for the type and weather conditions. during shipping and handling. The pilot is located on right hand side of burner.
  • Page 28: Cleaning And Maintenance

    CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE GLASS DOORS fully opened or fully closed position only or a limited amount of air for combustion. gate is not completely open. The following tips place and glass doors retain their beauty and WARNING: Installation and Doors Fully Closed each use and at least annually Fireplace Front Doors...
  • Page 29 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Continued PILOT AND BURNERS Damper Weight and replace when cleaning is complete. compressed air to remove dust, dirt or lint. To Close Damper Damper Weight brush to remove excess dust, dirt or lint. LOGS carbon buildup on logs. See Replacement Parts, page 43.
  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are: 1. Loose wiring connections OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Ignitor will not spark or pilot 1. No gas supply or shutoff 1.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Pilot will not stay lit 1. Loose wiring on ignitor wire to ignition module and/ the "I" wire are properly or poor ground to ignition connected to the module module in the proper "S" and "I" spark to the pilot burner is properly grounded to the gas control valve and to the...
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Burner does not light after pilot 1. Clean burner (see Cleaning is lit or cycles during operation. and Maintenance, page 28) 2. Inlet gas pressure is too low 2. Contact local propane/LP or natural gas company 3.
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Fireplace produces unwant- 1. Gas leak. See Warning 1. Locate and correct all leaks (see ed odors Checking Gas Connections, page 22) Fireplace shuts off in use 1. High or gusting winds 1. Fireplace has been tested for up to 40 mph winds.
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Gas odor even when gas 1. Gas leak. See Warning 1. Locate and correct all leaks control valve is off (see Checking Gas Con- nections, page 22) 2. Control valve defective 2. Replace control valve Gas odor during combustion 1.
  • Page 35: Wiring Diagram

    SPECIFICATIONS BBM-42N-JHB BBM-42P-JHB WIRING DIAGRAM LIMIT SWITCH Green Orange White HI/LO DC Pilot Motor Drive Control Valve Main Module Power Orange Module BATTERY PACK Black Brown Black SIZE SIZE SIZE SIZE "AA" "AA" "AA" "AA" Black To Ground Brown To Rocker Switch Brown Black Black...
  • Page 36: Parts

    PARTS 16/17 www.fmiproducts.com 124387-01A...
  • Page 37 PARTS This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 43 of this manual. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. Face Assembly Firebox Bottom Assembly Firebox Bottom Firebox Surround Outer Dome Assembly Insulation Pan Support Insulation Pan...
  • Page 38 PARTS Logs not shown for clarity www.fmiproducts.com 124387-01A...
  • Page 39 PARTS This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 43 of this manual. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 23101 112371-17 25683 112371-11 112371-16 24771 125699-01 Pilot, NG 125699-02 Pilot, LP 125609-01...
  • Page 40 PARTS MODELS MODELS MKB SERIES Picture may vary from actual Red Brick Page 41 Ivory Brick Page 42 www.fmiproducts.com 124387-01A...
  • Page 41 PARTS instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 43 of this manual. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 125116-01 Left Leading Brick 36" Red 125118-01 Left Leading Brick 42"/50" Red 2 125116-02 Right Leading Brick 36" Red 125118-02 Right Leading Brick 42"/50" Red 3 125042-01 Hearth 36"...
  • Page 42 PARTS instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 43 of this manual. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 125116-03 Left Leading Brick 36" Ivory 125118-03 Left Leading Brick 42"/50" Ivory 2 125116-04 Right Leading Brick 36" Ivory 125118-04 Right Leading Brick 42"/50" Ivory 3 125042-02 Hearth 36"...
  • Page 43: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS Note: Use only original replacement parts. When calling FMI PRODUCTS, LLC, have This will protect your warranty coverage for ready: parts replaced under warranty. Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply original replacement part(s), call FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at &...
  • Page 44: Warranty

    WARRANTY KEEP THIS WARRANTY Model ( ) _____________________________ Serial No. ( ) __________________________ Date Purchased __________________________ FMI PRODUCTS, LLC LIMITED WARRANTIES Standard Warranty: FMI PRODUCTS, LLC warrants this new product and any parts thereof to be free from defects provided the product has been installed, maintained and operated in accordance with FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s warnings and instructions.

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