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Osburn Cordova Series Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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O
SBURN
Gas Fireplace Inserts - Installation and Operating Instructions
f i r e - p a r t s . c o m
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammable vapours and liquids, in the vicinity of this, or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
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Open windows
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Extinguish any open flame
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Do not try to light any appliance
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Do not touch any electrical switch
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Do not use any phone in your building
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Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbour's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
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If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department.
Improper installation, service, adjustment, alteration, or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this
manual. For assistance or additional information, consult a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
Please read this manual before installing or using this appliance. Retain this manual for future
reference.
C
ORDOVA
WARNING
S
ERIES
Patents Pending
Made in Canada
06/05/02
KA1125

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  • Page 1 SBURN ORDOVA ERIES Gas Fireplace Inserts - Installation and Operating Instructions f i r e - p a r t s . c o m WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    4.6 Burner & Pilot Cleaning ............................29 4.7 Fan Replacement & Electrical Schematic......................29 4.8 Heater Disassembly & Reassembly ........................31 5.0 Trouble Shooting................................32 6.0 Replacement Parts ................................35 7.0 Osburn’s Warranty ................................37 8.0 Label Information................................39 1.0 Introduction...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    1.1 Specifications Table 1 Specifications Item Natural Gas (NG) Propane (LPG) Btu Input : 25,000 Btu/hr (26.4 MJ/hr) 25,000 Btu/hr (26.4 MJ/hr) Maximum 12,500 Btu/hr ( 13.2 MJ/hr) 16,750 Btu/hr (17.6 MJ/hr) Minimum Flue Loss: Efficiency: Fan off Fan on Output: Fan off 17,500 Btu/hr (18.5 MJ/hr)
  • Page 4 f i r e - p a r t s . c o m Figure 1 Installation Codes Installation must conform to local codes. In the absence of local codes, installation must conform to the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z233.1, (in the U.S.), or with the current CAN/CGA B149.1 installation code (in Canada).

  • Page 5: Features

    1.2 Features Ignition system: Standing pilot ignition system with thermopile and thermocouple flame detection and piezo igniter. Gas control: Gas control valve type: Automatic millivolt powered combination gas control valve with variable flame control for convenience, and on/off switch. Optional remote on/off wall switch, optional wall thermostat, and/or optional wireless remote control are available.
  • Page 6 The appliance must be properly connected to a venting system in accordance with local codes. This unit must not be connected to a chimney or flue serving any other appliance. It is equipped with a safety control system to protect against improper venting of flue products. Operation of this insert when not connected to a properly installed and maintained WARNING: venting system, may result in carbon monoxide poisoning.

  • Page 7: Operation

    2 .0 Operation 2.1 Operation Safety Inspect the appliance before use. Always keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapours and liquids. Never obstruct the flow of ventilation air. Keep the front of the appliance clear of all obstacles and foreign materials. Never obstruct or modify the air inlet/outlet grilles of the fireplace in any manner.

  • Page 8: Lighting Instructions

    2.2 Lighting Instructions AFETY EFORE IGHTING If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing ARNING property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance is provided with a standing pilot flame. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly: smell all around the appliance area for gas.
  • Page 9 8. Push the control knob in all the way and hold it in. Immediately push the piezo ignition button (the black button second from the left) repeatedly so that it clicks; continue until the pilot ignites. Maintain pressure on the knob for about one minute after ignition. Then release the knob; if the pilot flame goes out repeat step 8;...

  • Page 10: Heat Output Adjustment

    The valve supplied with the appliance has a knob to control the heat output and flame height (see Figures 2 & 3). 2.4 F PERATION For units equipped with a fan control knob, the knob is located behind the access door and may be adjusted to the following settings: OFF: Turn the control fully counter-clockwise until the switch operates.

  • Page 11: Installation

    Failure to follow these instructions will void your warranty and may present a fire hazard. See the Osburn warranty at the back of this manual for disclaimers regarding improper installation. This fireplace insert and its components are tested and safe when installed in accordance with this installation manual.

  • Page 12: Minimum Clearances To Combustible Construction

    3.3.1 Minimum Clearances This top venting insert is suitable for installation into masonry fireplaces, or into factory built certified clearance fireplaces which have a gas line knockout and proper floor clearances. A masonry fireplace must meet the minimum building code requirements, or the equivalent, for a safe installation.
  • Page 13 Minimum Clearances To Combustibles: A. Sidewall 10" (254mm) measured from glass B. Ceiling 34" (864mm) measured from top grille C. Facing: sides 1" (25mm) measured from standard faceplate 8.5" (216mm) measured from top grille D. Floor 2" (51mm) (see Figure 5) E.

  • Page 14: Chimney Liner Or Vent Installation

    f i r e - p a r t s . c o m Figure 6 3.3.2 INER HIMNEY NSTALLATION Figures 7 and 8 show the completed installations into a masonry and a factory built certified fireplace. Figure 7 Figure 8...

  • Page 15: Gas Line Installation

    The insert must be connected to a listed gas vent liner or B-vent suitable for use with gas. The vent must run within the existing chimney from the outlet collar of the drafthood to the top of the masonry or factory built chimney.

  • Page 16: Thermostat, Wall Switch, Or Remote Control Installation

    The burner control switch is located on the right top side of the faceplate (see Figure 2). For your convenience, the insert can also be operated by a thermostat, a wall switch or a remote control. Millivolt thermostats and remote control kits are available from any authorized Osburn dealer. Bedroom installations The thermostat or wall switch be rated for millivolt use.
  • Page 17 f i r e - p a r t s . c o m Figure 10 Figure 11...

  • Page 18: Vent, Gas Line, & Wiring Connections

    3.3.5 Vent, Gas Line, & Wiring Connections Unless it is more easily installed with the insert, install the drafthood separately first as follows: 1. Disconnect the drafthood from the insert and fit its collar to the end of the previously installed vent, whether the flue-liner in an existing masonry fireplace or the flue-liner in an existing factory built certified fireplace.

  • Page 19: Lower Grille Installation

    8. Bend the positioning strips down over the top front edge, cut off the excess strip length, and fold the strips back over the top flange. 9. Connect the union of the gas supply line. 10. Purge the gas line of air. 11.

  • Page 20: Faceplate Installation

    3.3.7 Faceplate Installation Remove the faceplate panels and the edge trim from the packaging and assemble according to the following instructions: 1. Place the faceplate panels with the finished side down on a flat, soft, non-abrasive surface. 2. Line up the holes of the top and side panels and secure them with six (6) bolts, twelve (12) washers and six (6) nuts (See Figure 14).
  • Page 21 Figure 16 Figure 17a f i r e - p a r t s . c o m Figure 17b...

  • Page 22: Firebox Component Installation

    3.3.8 Firebox Component Installation 3.3.8.1 Log-Set Installation For this reason the Cordova Series comes ROPER PLACEMENT OF THE LOGS IS VERY IMPORTANT shipped with the main log (KA1126) pre-installed (see Figures 18 and 19). To complete the log-set arrangement position the front left log (KA1128) onto the two treaded pins located on the front left surface of the burner tray.

  • Page 23: Coal And Ember Placement

    3.3.8.2 Coal and Ember Placement The Cordova Series has been designed to allow for the application of coals and ember medium. For best results, the coals should not be placed directly over any parts, but instead located near the ports. The fibre medium may then be placed loosely over the ports (see Figure 20).

  • Page 24: Installing The Lower Door Trim

    3.3.8.3 Installing The Lower Door Trim : See sections 4.4 & 4.5 before installing the lower door trim ARNING 1. Place the lower door assembly upside down on a soft work area. 2. Remove the four retaining screws from the doorframe bottom. 3.

  • Page 25: Installing The Door

    3.3.8.4 Installing the Door Install the door by assembling its upper hinge slots to the hinge tabs on the top of the firebox. Swing the door down towards the fireplace and latch at the bottom. 3.3.8.5 Installing the Vertical Trims (Contemporary Grille Kits Only) Once the lower door trim has been attached to the door and the door installed, the vertical trims may be attached.

  • Page 26: Initial Firing

    3.3.9 Initial Firing When lit for the first few times, the appliance may emit an odour resulting from evaporation of paint and lubricants used in the manufacturing process. Open a door or window for ventilation. Anyone with a respiratory condition may need to leave the room during the initial firings. T IS NORMAL FOR THE APPLIANCE TO EXPAND AND CONTRACT WHILE IT HEATS UP OR COOLS DOWN WHETHER THIS IS FROM A COLD START OR A STEADY STATE CONDITION WHERE THE FAN HAS COME...

  • Page 27: Flue Spillage Test

    3.3.9.3 Flue Spillage Test A flue spillage test is recommended as part of this installation and should be performed by a qualified service person only. Hereafter, periodically check the vent draft. 1. Close all the doors and windows in the room. 2.

  • Page 28: Maintenance

    4 .0 Maintenance 4.1 Maintenance Safety Turn off the gas to the main burner and allow the heater to cool for up to 30 minutes before servicing. Service and repair should be done by a qualified service person. The appliance should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service technician.

  • Page 29: Burner & Pilot Cleaning

    4.6 Burner & Pilot Cleaning Periodic cleaning is necessary for proper operation. 1. Refer to section 4.7, remove the burner and check that the burner orifice is clean. 2. Visually inspect the pilot. Brush or blow away any dust, lint or foreign debris. If the pilot orifice is plugged, disassembly may be required to remove any foreign material from the orifice or tubing.
  • Page 30 Figure 28 9. Reassemble in reverse order. 10. See Figure 29 for fan electrical schematic. f i r e - p a r t s . c o m Figure 29...

  • Page 31: Heater Disassembly & Reassembly

    If necessary, the Fan Thermal Switch may be replaced as follows: 1. Turn off all electrical power to the insert; unplug power cord or turn circuit breaker off. 2. Remove the four screws which locate the lower grille assembly, and remove it. 3.

  • Page 32: Trouble Shooting

    5 .0 Trouble Shooting SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Pilot will not light A. No spark at electrode (weak or no heat source after repeated for pilot ignition) triggering of the piezo Improper ignition 1. Align the electrode with 1/8" (3mm) ignition button gap to pilot hood Poor connections at starter and ignition...
  • Page 33 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE II Pilot will not stay lit Thermocouple/valve (continued) Connect the millivolt meter probes to after following the the thermopile terminals on the gas Defective valve lighting instructions valve. Turn the valve to the "PILOT" (continued) position, depress and light. If the metre reading is greater than 250 millivolts after 30 seconds, the thermopile is good.
  • Page 34 III. Main burner will not 10. Recheck using the millivolt meter. A. Valve/Switches (continued) The pilot flame may not be high light (continued) enough for the flame to properly 10. Thermopile may not be generating sufficient engulf the thermopile. If so, adjust voltage (325 mV SIT) and reset.

  • Page 35: Replacement Parts

    6 .0 Replacement Parts When requesting service or replacement parts for your insert, please provide model name, fuel type, and serial number. All parts listed below may be ordered from an authorized dealer. Cordova Series Replacement Parts List CB25 and CF25 COMMON PARTS COMMON PARTS PART No.
  • Page 36 Cordova Bay Cordova Flush Victorian Assembly Parts Victorian Assembly Parts PART No. DESCRIPTION PART No. DESCRIPTION KB106 Access Door Assembly KA133 Access Door Assembly KB112 Door Assembly KA141 Door Assembly KB1026 Door Trim Lower Brass KA1039 Door Trim Lower Brass KB1023 Door Trim Upper Brass KA1038...

  • Page 37: Osburn's Warranty

    Nature defect relevant information. Before shipping your unit or defective component to our plant, you must obtain from your Osburn dealer an Authorization Number. Any merchandise shipped to our plant without authorization will automatically be refused and returned to sender.

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