Miles Industries Valor Retrofire RF24JDN-CL Owner's Manual

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INSTALLATION & OWNER'S MANUAL
Direct Vent Fireplace Insert
RF24JDN-CL (co-linear/natural gas)
RF24JDN-CA (co-axial/natural gas)
DANGER
!
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the hot
viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall be
installed for the protection of children and other at-risk
individuals.
!
WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly
could result in serious injury, death, or
property damage.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other
fl ammable 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.
▪ Leave the building immediately.
▪ 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 fi re department.
— Installation and service must be
performed by a qualifi ed installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
4006514-03
© 2018 Miles Industries Ltd. All rights reserved.
Retrofi re
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
US and Canadian Patents Pending
RF24JDP-CL (co-linear/propane gas)
RF24JDP-CA (co-axial/propane gas)
Please read this manual
BEFORE
operating this appliance.
INSTALLER
Leave this manual
with the appliance.
CONSUMER
Retain this manual
for future reference.
This appliance may be installed in an after-
market permanently located, manufactured
(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 certifi ed kit is used.
This appliance is a domestic room-heating
appliance. It must not be used for any other
purposes such as drying clothes, etc.
This appliance is suitable for installation in
a bedroom or bed sitting room.
Massachusetts: The piping and fi nal
gas connection must be performed by a
licensed plumber or gas fi tter in the State of
Massachusetts.
Ce guide est disponible en français sur demande.
Canadian Patent 2,717,779
US Patent no. 8,166,965
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  • Page 1 fi re department. Ce guide est disponible en français sur demande. — Installation and service must be performed by a qualifi ed installer, service agency or the gas supplier. 4006514-03 © 2018 Miles Industries Ltd. All rights reserved.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Install Bottom Cover or Cast Iron Fret ..... 47 any information or specifi cations without notice. Install Handset Wall Holder ........48 Miles Industries Ltd. grants no warranty, implied or Wiring Diagram ............. 49 stated, for the installation or maintenance of your Approved Venting Components ......
  • Page 3: Safety And Your Fireplace

    Safety and Your Fireplace SAFETY AND YOUR FIREPLACE Read and understand all instructions carefully before Do not use this heater as a temporary source of starting the installation. Failure to follow these instal- heat during construction. lation instructions may result in possible fi re hazard and Due to the high temperature, the appliance should be will void the warranty.
  • Page 4 Safety and Your Fireplace Read and carefully follow all safety warnings and operating instructions contained in your owner’s manual Replacement manuals are available by contacting the Valor Service Department at 1-800-468-2567 or visit www.valorfi replaces.com. FOLLOW THESE IMPORTANT CHILD SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS Parts of your Valor Fireplace become extremely hot while in operation.
  • Page 5 SAFETY AND YOUR FIREPLACE This manual and particularly the preceeding and following pages contain very important information regarding the safe operation of your fi replace as well as maintenance instructions. Read carefully before operating your fi replace and pay special attention to the safety warnings. A heating gas appliance does require safe handling.
  • Page 6: Introduction

    INFORMATION Thank You ... Operating Your Fireplace for the First Time For purchasing a Valor by Miles Industries. Your new When operating your new fi replace for the fi rst time, radiant gas heater is a technical appliance that must some vapors may be released due to the burning of be installed by a qualifi...
  • Page 7: Operating Your Fireplace

    OWNER’S Operating Your Fireplace INFORMATION Fireplace Control Devices In the unlikely event that you cannot turn off your fi replace with the remote control handset, use the There are three ways to control your fi replace. wall switch (if installed); if the wall switch malfunctions 1.
  • Page 8: Remote Control Operation

    OWNER’S Remote Control Operation INFORMATION Current temperature Handset (F or C) sensor Period Battery status start or end (Temp, Timer) Current time (12 or 24 hour clock) Current programmed Modes (Manual, period (Timer) Temperature, Timer) Synchronize Remote Control BEFORE YOU BEGIN, please note that on this system, the settings of time, temperature and automatic ON/OFF can only be programmed when the function display is fl...
  • Page 9 OWNER’S Remote Control Operation INFORMATION M A N T E M P TEMP TIMER M A N M A N TEMP T E M P TIMER...
  • Page 10 OWNER’S Remote Control Operation INFORMATION TEMP T E M P TEMP T E M P...
  • Page 11 OWNER’S Remote Control Operation INFORMATION...
  • Page 12 OWNER’S Remote Control Operation INFORMATION...
  • Page 13: Kits & Accessories

    OWNER’S Kits & Accessories INFORMATION Required Accessories Optional Accessories Information accurate at the time of printing and subject Information accurate at the time of printing and subject to change without notice. to change without notice. 4006519 Barrier Screen Decorative Cast Iron Frets Vent Plate (choose one) RA24FK Fret Kit, required for all frets...
  • Page 14: Lighting Instructions

    OWNER’S Lighting Instructions INFORMATION FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING : If you do not follow these instructions exactly A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand or by remote control. Follow these instructions exactly. To save gas, turn the pilot off when not using the appliance for a prolonged period of time.
  • Page 15: Servicing & Maintenance

    OWNER’S Servicing & Maintenance INFORMATION Servicing Your Fireplace We recommend having your fi replace serviced every year. Contact your supplier quoting the model number. It will be helpful if the appliance’s serial number can also be quoted. These numbers are on the information card.
  • Page 16: Cleaning Your Fireplace

    NOTE: This is a problem beyond Miles Industries’ fi replace at the top and attached with magnets at control and is not covered under warranty.
  • Page 17 OWNER’S Servicing & Maintenance INFORMATION 3. Apply fi rm hand pressure around the window frame 3. Glass window: Rotate the four fastening studs at the bottom corners and sides 90 degrees to release to ensure the window is sealed tight against the them.
  • Page 18: Checking Pilot And Burner Flames

    OWNER’S Servicing & Maintenance INFORMATION Checking Pilot and Burner Flames The appliance area must always be kept clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other A periodic check of the pilot and burner fl ames should fl ammable vapors and liquids. be made.
  • Page 19: Replacing Batteries

    OWNER’S Servicing & Maintenance INFORMATION Replacing Batteries 2. The receiver is located to the left of the valve and it is retained to the fi rebox by a Velcro tab. Grab the WARNING receiver and pull it out from its location. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHANGE THE BATTER- IES WHILE THE FIREPLACE IS STILL HOT! Let the fi...
  • Page 20 QUALIFIED INSTALLER This appliance is shipped without a vent plate. A vent plate is required for every installation. Either RA24CL—Co-linear vent plate (3” x 3”) or RA24CA—Co-axial vent plate (5” x 3”). RF24JDN RF24JDP RA24CL RA24CA...
  • Page 21: Specifi Cations

    QUALIFIED Specifi cations INSTALLER *High Altitude Installations This appliance is intended for installation into existing masonry or factory-built, solid-fuel burning Input ratings are shown in BTU per hour and are fi replaces only. certifi ed without deration for elevations up to 4,500 feet (1,370 m) above sea level.
  • Page 22: Overview-Co-Linear Option

    QUALIFIED Overview—Co-linear Option INSTALLER This appliance may ONLY be installed in an existing unaltered, functioning solid-fuel burning fi replace with a working fl ue and constructed of non- combustible material. DO NOT install into combustible construction. This appliance is NOT AVAIL- ABLE with a zero clearance kit.
  • Page 23 QUALIFIED Overview—Co-linear Option INSTALLER Co-Linear Vent Plate 10” dia. Rear view RF24JDN/P appliance supplied without vent plate 10” 11” 7-5/8” dia. 559CLT Terminal 559CLT Fasten to Flashing 559SFK Flashing with Sheet Metal (cut to required Screws (3 locations) RA24CL (3” x 3”) size and form Co-Linear Vent Plate with drip edge on site)
  • Page 24: Overview-Co-Axial Option

    QUALIFIED Overview—Co-axial Option INSTALLER This appliance may ONLY be installed in an existing unaltered, functioning solid-fuel burning fi replace with a working fl ue and constructed of non- combustible material. DO NOT install into combustible construction. This appliance is NOT AVAIL- ABLE with a zero clearance kit.
  • Page 25 QUALIFIED Overview—Co-axial Option INSTALLER Co-axial Vent Plate Approved Rear view 6-5/8 x 4 RF24JDN/P appliance co-axial supplied without vent plate terminal Terminal Adapter and Flashing from 590FVK2 RA24CA (5” x 3”) Co-axial Vent Plate (packed separately) 18” 18” RF24JD with RA24CA—Co-axial Vent Plate Co-linear installation into existing F/P Approved co-axial termination 5 x 3 to...
  • Page 26: Dimensions-Co-Linear Option

    QUALIFIED Dimensions—Co-linear Option INSTALLER 26-1/2” 24-1/2” 24-3/8” 23” 8” 7-5/8” 17-3/4” 1225VFB Ventana Fret (Black) RA24TB Fret (Black) 25-1/2” Centerline 27” 11” 10” Gas Inlet 3/8” NPT Female RA24CV Fret (Vintage Iron) RA24AV Fret (Vintage Iron) Control 4-3/16” Valve Optional Frets Location 4-1/2”...
  • Page 27: Dimensions-Co-Axial Option

    QUALIFIED Dimensions—Co-axial Option INSTALLER 26-1/2” 24-1/2” 24-3/8” 23” 8” 7-5/8” 17-3/4” 1225VFB Ventana Fret (Black) RA24TB Fret (Black) 25-1/2” Centerline 27” 11” 10” Gas Inlet 3/8” NPT Female RA24CV Fret (Vintage Iron) RA24AV Fret (Vintage Iron) Control 4-3/16” Valve Optional Frets Location 4-1/2”...
  • Page 28: Venting

    QUALIFIED Venting INSTALLER Typical Vent Installation Terminal Cap (co-linear) See the Approved Venting Components list on page 50 Flashing of this manual. Vent Location 2 x 3” fl ex liners—see The vent terminal must be located through the roof. Venting Table for length allowed This direct vent appliance is designed to operate when an undisturbed airfl...
  • Page 29: Vent Termination-Co-Linear Option

    QUALIFIED Vent Termination—Co-linear Option INSTALLER Co-Linear—3” x 3” fl ex 10” dia. Existing Square Chimneys 559CLT Co-Linear Terminal and 559SFK Square Flashing Kit are recommended—see list of approved 10” venting accessories on page 48 for alternate venting 11” components. Cut fl ashing kit to size. Allow extra around perimeter for drip edge to be formed on site.
  • Page 30: Vent Termination-Co-Axial Option

    QUALIFIED Vent Termination—Co-axial Option INSTALLER Co-Axial—5” x 3” fl ex Approved 4” x 6-5/8” co- axial terminal—see list of approved terminal in this manual Terminal Adapter with Flashiing supplied with 590FVK2 18” 18” 590FVK2 Vent Terminal Location The venting system for this appliance is considered to be a Special Venting System.
  • Page 31: Existing Fireplace Preparation

    QUALIFIED Existing Fireplace Preparation INSTALLER Gas Line Routing A few points must be considered before inserting the RF24 into an existing fi replace cavity. Generally, no Plan the routing of the gas line before proceeding. modifi cations are allowed to the existing fi replace that Utilize the existing hole for the gas line.
  • Page 32: Installation

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Unpack Appliance 2. Remove window. Rotate the four fastening studs at the bottom corners and sides 90 degrees to release Beware of sharp edges! Wear gloves! them. Unhook window. 1. Unpack the appliance. 2. Unpack any loose items from around the appliance and check against the Pack Content list provided in the documentation package.
  • Page 33: Install Vent Plate To Appliance

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Vent Plate to Appliance Install either the co-axial vent plate (RA24CA) or the co-linear (RA24CL). Note: If the cavity where the appliance is to be installed is small you may want to secure the plate to the liners fi...
  • Page 34: Connect Venting-Co-Linear Applications

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Connect Venting—Co-linear Applications Using RA24CL Co-linear Vent Plate with 2 - 3” liners IMPORTANT: This appliance’s venting system is room sealed and therefore, does not require room air to be used in the combustion process. 1. Rough-in two 3” diameter vent liners into the existing chimney system from the roof.
  • Page 35: Connect Venting-Co-Axial Applications

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Connect Venting—Co-axial Applications Approved 4” x 6-5/8” vertical co-axial Using RA24CA - Co-axial Vent Plate and 590FVK2 - termination Co-axial 3” x 5” Flex and Terminal Adapter/Flashing IMPORTANT: This appliance’s venting system is room sealed and Terminal Adapter therefore, does not require room air to be used in the combustion with Flashing 590FVK2...
  • Page 36: Re-Install Support Legs (If Removed)

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Re-install Support Legs (if removed) Re-install Burner Module With the fi rebox recessed behind the smoke curtain Note: If the circulating fan is to be installed it of the existing fi replace, raise the fi rebox and place should be done at this point before installing the the individual support legs under the fi...
  • Page 37: Connect Gas Supply

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Connect Gas Supply • When testing for leaks: • Make sure that the appliance is turned off . • It’s preferable to rough-in the gas line at this point • Open the manual shut-off valve. before proceeding with the fi rebox installation. •...
  • Page 38: Connect Gas Line And Test Appliance

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Connect Gas Line and Test Appliance Install Top Convection Baffl e Connect the gas line to the burner module. Check Position the fi rebox as far back as possible within the for leaks, purge the line, and test-fi re the unit before existing fi...
  • Page 39: Install Convection Baffl E Extension

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Convection Baffl e Extension Install the convection baffl e extension, sliding it on top of the fi rebox into the guides on each side. Slide the extension in or out to allow convection air to fl ow under the smoke curtain of the existing fi replace. At the maximum, the extension must cover the smaller convection baffl...
  • Page 40: Install Traditional Log Set Mf28Lsk

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Traditional Log Set MF28LSK 3. Place the top left log on the pin of the rear log. The bottom of the log rests on the left side end of the Material required front left log just installed. •...
  • Page 41 QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER 4. Place the front right log on the burner and slide it to 6. Place the lower end of the center right log onto the the left against the front left log. pin on the front right log. Rest the narrow end in the notch into the rear log.
  • Page 42: Install Driftwood Set Mf28Dwk

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Driftwood Set MF28DWK 2. Identify the rear log and place it on top of the base log locating it into the notches on top of the log. Pull Material required the log forward so it is locked in position. •...
  • Page 43 QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER 4. Identify the left side cross log which has one pin at one end. Insert the pin in the hole at the front left of the platform and rests the top part of the log into the notch of the rear log as indicated.
  • Page 44: Refi T And Check Window

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Refi t and Check Window 4. If the Hot Glass Warning plate has been removed from the front lower corner of the window, Reinstall the window. reinstall it by sliding it between the glass and 1. Hook the glass window to the fi rebox then fasten the the frame as indicated.
  • Page 45: Synchronize Remote Control

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Synchronize Remote Control The receiver and the handset of the remote control system must be initially synchronized before the first use. 1. Insert alkaline batteries in the remote control receiver and handset. The receiver is located left of the control valve under the burner module.
  • Page 46: Install Barrier Screen To Window Cover

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Barrier Screen to Window Cover Install Top Vent Shield (if necessary) A barrier screen is supplied with this appliance to install The top vent shield is designed to install on top of the on the Retrofi re window cover. The barrier screen fi...
  • Page 47: Install Bottom Cover Or Cast Iron Fret

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Bottom Cover or Cast Iron Fret Fret Installation Fret Brackets Installation RA24FK Bottom Cover Installation Important: When the bottom cover is used instead of a Important: The fret retainer brackets are designed to fret, a space is required in front of the window to allow maintain the required space in front of the screen to the window to move and relieve during a hard start.
  • Page 48: Install Handset Wall Holder

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Handset Wall Holder Packing Contents: Alternative 2 Alternative 3 The remote control kit for this fi replace comes complete with a wall-mounted holder. 1 Wall Bracket A This holder is not required in all installations 2 Screws B 1 Screw C but is provided as an optional feature for 2 Wall Anchor D...
  • Page 49: Wiring Diagram

    QUALIFIED Wiring Diagram INSTALLER Optional Wall Switch Kit 1265WSK or RBSWK Connector Yellow GV60 Wiring Diagram...
  • Page 50: Approved Venting Components

    QUALIFIED Approved Venting Components INSTALLER...
  • Page 51: Warranty

    1. Extended Warranty Coverage For a period of up to ten (10) years, Miles Industries Ltd., (the “Company”) or its appointed distributor will at its option pay the initial owner for the repair of, or will exchange the following parts or components which are found to be defective in material or workmanship...
  • Page 52: Spare Parts

    OWNER’S Spare Parts INFORMATION Description Part No. Description Part No. Co-Axial Vent Plate RA24CA Pilot Mount 4000138 Co-Linear Vent Plate RA24CL Pilot Mount Gasket 4000140 Exhaust Gasket 4001662 Pipe—Valve to Main Burner (incl. 4000065 olive & nuts) Leg LH 4003884 Valve Tray 4001627 Leveling Bolt (2)
  • Page 53 OWNER’S INFORMATION Spare Parts Description Part No. Driftwook Kit MF28DWK Rear Log 4005384 Base Log 4005383 RH Cross Log 4005381 Front Log 4005382 LH Cross Log 4005380 Small Beige Beach Pebble (3) 4003087 Small Grey Beach Pebble 4003086 Brown Beach Pebble 4003082 Grey Beach Pebble 4003083...
  • Page 54 OWNER’S Spare Parts INFORMATION RA24CA MF28LSK RA24CL RA24FK Natural gas Propane gas MF28DWK...
  • Page 55 Serial Number: Date Purchase (yyyy-mm-dd): Dealer: Customer Information First Name: Last Name: Contact Information Email: Mailing Address Address: City: Province/State: Postal/Zip Code: Country: Cut out page, fi ll information, and mail to Miles Industries Ltd. Online Warranty registration at www.valorfi replaces.com...
  • Page 56 Tape Shut Fold here Postage needed Miles Industries Ltd. 190 - 2255 Dollarton Highway North Vancouver, BC V7H 3B1 Canada Online Warranty registration at www.valorfi replaces.com Thank you for choosing a Valor Product...

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