Quadra-Fire DV400S Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions
Quadra-Fire DV400S Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

Quadra-Fire DV400S Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

Direct vent room heater

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If the information in this manual is not followed exactly,
a fire or explosion may result causing property dam-
age, 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.
WARNING!
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service
or maintenance can cause injury or property dam-
age. Refer to this manual. For assistance or addi-
tional information, consult a qualified installer, ser-
vice agency or the gas supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
The appliance area must be kept clear and free from com-
bustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and
liquids.
This manual must be used for installation of the DV400S Direct Vent Heater and retained by the homeowner for operating and
maintenance instructions. This heater may be installed with a vertical or horizontal direct vent terminator system.
1445 North HIghway
Colville, WA 99114
DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER
OWNER'S MANUAL
AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
A Division of Hearth Technologies Inc.
#30211C
DV400S
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket,
permanently located, Manufactured (Mobile) Home,
where not prohibited by Local Codes.
This appliance is only for use with the type of fuel
indicated on the Rating Plate. This appliance is not
convertible for use with other gases, unless a certi-
fied Conversion Kit is used.
March 4, 2002
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Tested and
Listed by
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OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
aladdin@aladdinhearth.com
Beaverton
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Oregon USA

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  • Page 1 Conversion Kit is used. This manual must be used for installation of the DV400S Direct Vent Heater and retained by the homeowner for operating and maintenance instructions. This heater may be installed with a vertical or horizontal direct vent terminator system.
  • Page 2 Ask your Quadra-Fire Dealer for information on these options. From design, to fabrication, to shipping; our guarantee of quality is more than a word, it’s Quadra-Fire tradition, and we proudly back this tradition with a Lifetime Warranty.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Important! Safety Precautions Complete now for future reference. Listings and Code Approvals MODELNAME DV400S Ratings Label Description of the DV400S Room Heater Serial Number Heater System Components Located on the Ratings Label on back of unit. Clearances Date Purchased Termination A.
  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Safety Precautions 1. PLEASE READ THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION PROCEDURES. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THEM COULD CAUSE AN APPLIANCE MALFUNCTION RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
  • Page 5: Listings And Code Approvals

    This Heater is approved for installation in bedrooms and mobile U.S. CERTIFICATION homes in the United States and Canada. The DV400S Series Room Heater has been tested in accordance with the ANSI standard Z21.88 1998 and UL307B and has been listed by OMNI- ocal Codes...
  • Page 6: Description Of The Dv400S Room Heater

    DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER DESCRIPTION OF THE HEATER SYSTEM The DV400S is a Direct Vent Room Heater. Combustion air is supplied from outside, not from inside the house as with other types of heaters. TYPICAL ASSEMBLY The installation of this Quadra-Fire DV400S...
  • Page 7: Heater System Components

    SECURITY CHIMNEY'S SECURE VENT CHIMNEY SYSTEM Your Quadra-Fire DV400S has been approved with Security Chimney's Secure Vent Chimney System. Please contact your local dealer and they will advise you of the required parts needed for your installation. All the required certification tests have been successfully completed with OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
  • Page 8: Clearances

    DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER DURA-VENT GS VENTING SYSTEM COMPONENTS CATALOG # DESCRIPTION Storm Collar Firestop Spacer Wall Strap Snorkel Termination (36") Snorkel Termination (14") Horizontal Kit (Horizontal Termination Cap, One 90 Degree Black Elbow, Wall Thimble, 24" Black Pipe, 11" - 14 5/8" Adjustable Vent...
  • Page 9: Termination

    DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER TERMINATION Four types of Termination are possible for this Heater: Horizontal, Vertical, Existing Masonry or Existing Class A Class A Metal Chimney Vertical Flat Ceiling Cathedral Ceiling Horizontal Termination COMMON INSTALLATIONS March 4, 2002 Page 9...
  • Page 10: Horizontal Termination

    DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER A. Horizontal Termination Refer to Chart A and Figure 2 for horizontal venting recommendations. The Note: Horizontal runs will require the use of one vent support for every 3' of vent. minimum vertical rise allowed for horizontal termination is 2" from the top of the heater.
  • Page 11 DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER Fig. 3 - HORIZONTAL TERMINATION REQUIREMENTS A. *12” (30cm) minimum: Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony. B. *12” (30cm) minimum: Clearance to window or door that may be opened. C. 12” (30cm) minimum: Clearance to permanently closed window (recommended to prevent condensation on window) or window that may be opened.
  • Page 12 DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER 1. Preparing the Wall for Horizontal Termination. Figure 4 - Exterior Wall Hole A hole measuring 10” wide and 10” high must be cut and framed in the exterior wall where venting will be terminated.
  • Page 13 DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER The Dura-Vent GS is unitized and twist-locks together. For the twist-lock procedure, consult Figure 5 and do the following: (1) Four indentations, located on the female ends of pipes and fittings, are designed to slide straight onto the male ends of adjacent pipes and fittings, by orienting the four pipe indentations so they match and slide into the four entry slots on the male ends.
  • Page 14: Vertical Termination

    DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER Figure 6 - Insertion of Vent Pipe B. Vertical Termination. The following figures are the maximum distances from the top of the unit, as well as the minimum air space clearances that must be maintained: Maximum straight unsupported rise - 25';...
  • Page 15 DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER for Roof Framing details. A one inch minimum air To attach a straight section to the top of the space clearance must be maintained between the Heater, with the female end down, slide that pipe vent system and the roof.
  • Page 16: Existing Masonry Chimney Installation

    DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER HORIZONTAL OVERHANG EXHAUST INTAKE AIR VERTICAL WALL 2 Ft. Min. LISTED 2 Ft. 4'' UL 1777 LISTED Min. GAS VENT INNER LOWEST FLEX LINER DISCHARGE OPENING WALL THIMBLE/ TRIM COLLAR ROOF PITCH IS X/12 SEAL WITH SILICONE INSIDE CHIMNEY H (MIN.)-MINIMUM HEIGHT...
  • Page 17: D. Existing Class A Metal Chimney

    D. Existing Class A Metal Chimney Termination through the wall of the chimney and attach it to In many cases where a Quadra-fire DV400S the venting system extending from the top of the is replacing a woodstove, much of the existing Heater.
  • Page 18 DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER When using an existing Class A Metal Chimney VERTICAL the following requirements are necessary: TERMINATION VERTICAL Minimum size diameter is 6 inches. TERMINATION ADAPTER Minimum height from the base of the stove to the top of termination cap is 9 feet.
  • Page 19: Gas Line Installation

    Figure A Figure B outlet pressure. FUEL CONVERSION For conversion of the DV400S unit, use Kit # 844-8240 to convert from Natural Gas to LP. or the Kit #844-8230 to convert from LP to Natural Gas. A. Gas and Power Supply.
  • Page 20: High Altitude Conversion

    DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION E. Valve - Adjustable Regulator For U.S. installation, units are tested and approved for elevations 1. Gain access to the Valve Regulator Head by lifting up on from 0-2000 feet. the Valve Cover and removing the Tabs from the Slots on the Back Shield.
  • Page 21: Optional Accessories

    The Optional Fan Kit (844-0150) requires a 110VAC supply. Blower Installation: Remove the Knockout Plate from the Backshield of the DV400S by prying out on the plate and clip or break the tabs that hold it in place. See Figure 1 below. Attach here.
  • Page 22 DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER WARNING! C. Remote Control Electrical Grounding Instructions A remote control thermostat may be installed on this stove. This appliance is equipped with a three-prong Contact your dealer for the correct model. (grounding) plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a prop- erly grounded three-prong receptacle.
  • Page 23: Firebox Entry

    DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER Firebox Entry C. Log Placement. A. Removing the Front Face. 1. Loosen the thumb screw from the bottom of the unit that holds The logs are shipped in separate packaging. Refer to the front face in position. See Figure 16.
  • Page 24 DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER E. Adjustable Flue Restrictor The DV400S has an adjustable flue restrictor for maximum performance for vertical installations. The unit is shipped with the restrictor in the open position and should be left open with any horizontal installation.
  • Page 25: Lighting Instructions

    DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER 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. This gas appliance has a manual ignition device that lights the pilot.
  • Page 26 DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER Upon completing the gas line connection, a small amount of air will be in the lines. When first lighting the pilot light, it will take a few minutes for the lines to purge themselves of this air. Once the Air Shutter purging is complete, the pilot and burner will light and operate.
  • Page 27: Maintenance Instructions

    DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Cleaning the burner and control compartment Keep the burner compartment clean. Brush this area with a WARNING! clean, dry paint brush and vacuum at least once a year. Always Do not use this heater if any part has been under turn off the gas valve and ON/OFF switch before cleaning.
  • Page 28: Trouble Shooting

    DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER TROUBLE SHOOTING Pilot Will Not Light Thermostat Does Not Work 1. Is a gas shut-off valve turned on? 1. Has the pilot light gone out? (See Lighting 2. Is the valve control knob turned to “PILOT” (See Instructions, Pg.
  • Page 29: Replacement Parts

    DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER Thin Layer of Soot Covers the Glass 1. Are the logs or embers placed incorrectly? (Page 23) 2. Air Shutter may require adj. - Contact qualified installer ro service dealer. 3. Flue Restrictor may require adj - Contact qualified...
  • Page 30 DV400S DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER BURNER ORIFICE NAT. (.106) - 844-3740 PILOT ASSEMBLY (NAT.) - 842-4650 L.P. (.067) - 844-1940 (includes Pilot Orifice for LP) BULKHEAD - 17237 PILOT ORIFICE (NAT.) - 842-4440 PILOT ORIFICE (L.P.) - 842-4270 3/8 BRASS "ON/OFF"...
  • Page 31: Lifetime Warranty

    This limited Lifetime Warranty is effective on all Dovre and Affinity appliances sold after July 1, 1998 and all Quadra-Fire appliances sold after September 1, 1996, and supersedes any and all warranties currently in existence.
  • Page 32 Attention INSTALLER Please return these Operating & Installation Instructions to the Consumer...

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