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Vermont Castings Radiance RADVT Series Installation & Operating Manual

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RADVT Series Radiance®
Direct Vent Gas Heater
Models:
RADVTSCCB, RADVTSCBS, RADVTSCBD,
RADVTSCBM, RADVTCBSB, RADVTBSSB,
RADVTBDSB, RADVTBMSB
CERTIFIED
S
B
AFETY
ARRIER
Installation and service of this appliance should be performed by
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Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result
in serious injury, death or property damage.
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
– Immediately call your gas supplier from a
instructions.
– If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
gas supplier.
DANGER
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from
the hot viewing glass is provided with this
appliance and shall be installed.
WARNING
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
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david marquardt
January 16, 2025

how to remove glass front to change gasket behind it.

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Mr. Anderson
February 3, 2025

To remove the glass front on a Vermont Castings Radiance RADVT Series to change the gasket:

1. Shut off the gas supply and allow the stove to cool completely.
2. Wear safety goggles and a dust mask for protection.
3. Release the latches to remove the glass frame. (Refer to Fig. 88 in the manual for guidance.)
4. Remove the Front, Glass Frame, and Glass Panel.
5. Use a razor blade to separate the old gasket and any remaining cement or bits of gasket from the frame and glass. A cold chisel can be used if necessary.

You can then proceed with replacing the gasket.

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  • Page 1 UNTIL COOLED. NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO TOUCH GLASS. A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall be installed. Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 2 RADVT Series Models RADVTSC Series Models (Millivolt only) 8 Cleaning and maintenance 4 Operating Instructions 9 Wiring Diagrams 10 Service Parts List 11 Optional Accessories 12 Warranty Policy = Contains updated information Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 3: Massachusetts Safety Information

    Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. * Aftermarket: Completion of sale, nor for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer. This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* manufactured Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 4: California Safety Information

    The sign shall WARNING OBSTRUCTIONS". This product and the fuels used to operate this product Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heaters Inspection unless, upon inspection, the inspector observes carbon Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 5: Stove Dimensions

    Flue Collar L C 29-3/4" (758 mm) R A D I A N C E 28" (711 mm) Supply Inlet 5" (127 mm) 18-1/4" 31" (464 mm) (787 mm) Figure 2.1 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 6: Installation Requirements

    This appliance is for use only with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not kit is used. Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 7: Parallel Installation

    CORNER INSTALLATION Minimum Clearance and Flue Centerline Figure 2.5 18" (457mm) WALL AND CEILING CLEARANCES Direct Vent Only 6" (150mm) 18" (457mm) 6" (150mm) Figure 2.4 Sidewall Clearance Figure 2.6 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 8: High Elevations

    Input ratings are shown in BTU per hour and are authorities having jurisdiction for installations at Elbow WARNING Horizontal Run (in feet) Figure 2.7 to this manual for correct installation and operational pro Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 9 Horizontal Run (in feet) from center to top of slot to top of slot from center Figure 2.8 of screw to of screw to plate plate Figure 2.10 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 10 For installations using DuraVent pipe, parallel installations with minimum wall clearance have restricted access for connecting the Horizontal Vent Cap straps to the vent installation procedures. 1010 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 11: General Venting Information - Termination Location

    ‡ ‡ M = Clearance under veranda, porch, deck or balcony Figure 2.11 NOTE: † A vent shall not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved ‡ 1111 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 12: Termination Clearances

    Actual Actual Combustible & Noncombustible Combustible & Actual M = 12" (305 mm) Noncombustible Actual P = 6” (152 mm) 12" (305 mm) Actual Figure 2.12 - Termination clearances. 1212 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 13: Venting Requirements And Options

    A. Venting Requirements and Options DuraVent Components Approved Vent System Components Rear Vent Termination Kit Storm Collar Attic Insulation Shield Masonry Chimney Conversion Kit 1313 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 14 27 for SC model) Figure 3.2 The fan kit includes a Blower Assembly and a Rheostat Assembly mounts to the bottom rear of the stove, and the 1414 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 15 Side Shield Snapstat Bolts Figure 3.4 Rheostat Rheostat Rheostat Knob Figure 3.5 1515 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 16 1” on all sides of the WARNING Figure 3.6 Before You Start WARNING Items required for installation: Important Safety Information Tools: Building Supplies: • The installation must conform with local codes or in the 1616 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 17 Figure 3.7 WARNING Termination cap must be positioned so the embossed General Information The Radiance is approved for installation only with the vent Install the Vent Adapter Pipe Figure 3.8 1717 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 18 Figure 3.11 Secure the Vent Sections WARNING DO NOT break seals on slip sec WARNING CORRECT INCORRECT Figure 3.9 Figure 3.12 Figure 3.10 1818 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 19 To disassemble any two pieces of pipe, rotate either section Install the Horizontal Termination Cap connecting the termination to the pipe. When this the interior wall surface and attach with screws provided. CAUTION Figure 3.14 Figure 3.15 1919 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 20 Vertical Side Wall Installation: NOTE: Refer to Figures 2.8 thru 2.10 for restrictor plate adjustments for vertical vent runs. Figure 3.18 NOTE: Always install vertical side wall horizontal venting 2020 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 21 Refer to Page 7, Figures 2.3 thru 2.6. Figure 3.19 metal pipe straps. Sheet Metal Collar Screws and Bracket and Anchors Figure 3.21 Termination Cap Figure 3.20 2121 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 22 Anchors Snorkel Termination Cap Gravel Drain RADIANCE Figure 3.22 Note: Example: • Two sets of 45° elbow offsets may be used within the 2222 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 23: Log Set Installation

    H (min.) - Minimum height from roof to lowest discharge opening. Support Collar Roof Pitch Roof Pitch Spacer Figure 3.24 D. Log Set Installation Support Figure 3.23 - Figure 3.25 2323 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 24 A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall be installed. Figure 3.29 Figure 3.27 Ember Bed Figure 3.30 2424 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 25 Electrical connections should only be performed by a Millivolt Thermostat Figure 3.32 with local codes or in the absence of local codes, with the F. Thermostat or wall switch Connection CAUTION Thermostat Maximum Run 2525 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 26: Junction Box Wiring

    I. Command Center Wall Installation • The command center may be mounted on the wall with the Blower Assembly Figure 3.35 J. Wall Switch Installation WARNING Figure 3.36 - 2626 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 27 THIS APPLIANCE SHOULD BE CONNECTED TO THE GAS SUPPLY ONLY BY A QUALIFIED GAS SERVICE TECHNICIAN. FOLLOW ALL LOCAL CODES. THERE MUST BE A GAS SHUT-OFF BETWEEN THE STOVE AND THE SUPPLY. 2727 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 28: Signature Command Wiring Diagram

    Gas In Pilot Gas Tubing Valve Figure 3.37 To Junction Box In Fireplace Light WHITE BLACK WHITE BLACK BLACK Optional WHITE GREEN Connector Pin To Contro l Box Figure 3.38 2828 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 29: Safety Barrier

    NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO TOUCH GLASS. A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall be installed. 2929 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 30: Operating Instructions

    Figure 4.1 D. Flame Characteristics It is important to periodically perform a visual check of the Turn Turn clockwise counterclockwise to decrease to increase flame height flame height Figure 4.3 3030 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 31: What To Do If You Smell Gas

    • Do not touch any electric switch Department Lighting Instructions STOP! • If knob does not pop up when released, stop and SIT NOVA To Turn Off Gas To Heater 3131 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 32 SIT NOVA 820 Millivolt Valve Symptom Corrective Action electrode at pilot lit after carefully wall switch instructions defective • • • operator the pilot safety to drop out vent terminal 3232 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 33: For Your Safety Read Before Lighting

    H. Read Before Lighting FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING personal injury or loss of life. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: 3333 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 34: To Turn Off Gas To Appliance

    LIGHTING AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR RADVTSC MODELS Master Switch Command Center TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 3434 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 35: Control Board

    Figure 5.1 E. Battery installation • Embedded Compact 120 VAC Adapter with Auto Battery • Countdown 6 hr Timer • Standard Thermostatic Control Mode • Three Speed Control for Blower 3535 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 36: Default Setting

    NOTE: The Signature Command System comes standard in the Intermittent Pilot mode, so you must follow the needed. On position to perform all system setups. to operate unattended. Function Operation Default Setting button simultaneously 3636 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 37 Function Areas of the LCD Display Information Bar The information bar shows the room temperature, the Down Turning the Stove Off • The room temperature will always be shown after 3737 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 38 The touch area contains all touch buttons to control the four batteries are installed, the transmitter will • • Battery Door Tabs Logo Bar Figure 5.3 Changing Temperature Unit The transmitter enters Manual Mode Figure 5.2 3838 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 39: Functions And Operations

    General • • • The transmitter will operate the remote receiver from 1 foot Resetting the Transmitter Manual Mode • • • • 3939 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 40 • The TIMER button can be used when the transmitter is Icon the stove will be shut down completely when the timer “Smart Mode” will appear under transmitter will automatically • • between the set temperature • Figure 5.9 4040 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 41 ® thermostat and shut off the stove; Figure 5.11 To shut off the Smart Mode thermostat option and return Blower Speed Control The blower speed control function Figure 5.10 4141 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 42: Safety Features

    • Childproof indicator will be shown on the • • Using the Mounting Base Figure 5.12 71 H. Safety Features Low Battery Detection • Figure 5.13 Power On Initialization 4242 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 43: Signature Command System

    The sensor on the pilot Adjust sensor position Main burner doesn’t Go through is not in the flame or replace the pilot light (pilot flame too small)? 4343 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 44 C. Burner, Pilot and Control Compartment WARNING Keep the control compartment, stones and burner areas Pilot Flame Burner Burner Flame Sensor Thermopile Figure 6.1 4444 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 45: Fuel Conversion

    • Check that the screw is clean and if necessary remove Main Shut Gas Supply Inlet Valve Figure 7.1 A. Conversion Precautions B. Conversion Procedure • • Figure 7.4 Figure 7.5 • • 4545 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 46 LP Configuration Configuration Figure 7.9 Figure 7.6 are appropriate for the gas type. • • Bottom View conversion. Figure 7.10 Venturi Bracket Bracket Figure 7.7 Figure 7.11 Figure 7.8 4646 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 47 • • • Figure 7.12 Air Shutter Bracket Figure 7.13 4747 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 48 RADVTSC Series Models All Models • • • Figure 7.14 Figure 7.15 4848 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 49: Injector Sizes

    20012729 20008557 25,000 36,000 RADVTSC Conversion to Natural Gas Model Kit # Part # Minimum Maximum RADVT 20012899 20012554 25,000 38,000 RADVTSC Natural Gas Model Natural Gas High Altitude 4949 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 50: Cleaning And Maintenance

    C. Care of Cast Iron A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall be installed. CAUTION 5050 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 51 E. Glass Replacement Figure 8.1 Figure 8.3 G. Inspect the Vent System Annually H. Check the Gas Flame Regularly Figure 8.2 F. Gasket Replacement Figure 8.4 5151 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 52: Wiring Diagrams

    NOTE: If any of the original wire, as supplied with the type SF-2, 200°C wire or its equivalent. RHEOSTAT / SNAPSTAT Chassis Ground Optional Blower Kit Schematic Diagram MOTOR SNAPSTAT ON/OFF RHEOSTAT Figure 9.2 5252 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 53 Gas In Pilot Gas Tubing Valve Figure 9.3 To Junction Box In Fireplace Light WHITE BLACK WHITE BLACK BLACK Optional WHITE GREEN Connector Pin To Contro l Box Figure 9.4 5353 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 54: Service Parts List

    RADVTCBSB (Classic Black) RADVTSCCB (Classic Black) RADVTBDSB (Bordeaux) RADVTSCBD (Bordeaux) RADVTBMSB (Majolica Brown) RADVTSCBM (Majolica Brown) RADVTBSSB (Biscuit) RADVTSCBS (Biscuit) 27 28 Part number list on following page. 09/18 5454 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 55: Service Parts

    Classic Black 30001751A Biscuit 30003239 Left End Bordeaux 30006789 Brown Majolica 30004927 Classic Black 30001752A Biscuit 30003238 Right End Bordeaux 30006788 Brown Majolica 30004926 Additional service parts on following page 5555 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 56 Remote Transmitter (Full function for RADVTS008C only) TSFSC Wire w/Straight Term 2 End, 50” RADVT 1002582 Gasket, Base Pan 20004287 Gasket, HE Door 1203687A Additional service parts on following page 5656 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...
  • Page 57 20012208 Conversion Kits Conversion Kit, NG to LP 20012729 RADVT Conversion Kit, LP to NG 20012899 Conversion Kit, NG to LP 4604-015 RADVTSC Conversion Kit, LP to NG 4604-014 5757 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 58: Optional Accessories

    Model Color 1560 Classic Black 1555 Biscuit Maintenance Shelf Installation Remote Controls - RADVT The remote control allows you to turn the heater on or off RCB,RCMT TSST, RCST 5858 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 59: Warranty Policy

    Firebox and heat exchanger, Grate and Stainless Limited 3 years Steel Burners, FlexBurn System (engine, inner Lifetime cover,access cover and fireback) 90 Days All replacement parts beyond warranty period 5959 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 60: Warranty Conditions

    WARRANTY CONDITIONS: other than the dealer from whom you originally purchased the product. • Limited Catalyst Warranty Amount of Time Since Purchase Credit Towards Replacement Cost WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS: 6060 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 61: Limitations Of Liability

    This warranty is void if: • There is any damage to the appliance or other components due to water or weather damage which is the result of, but not limited LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY 6161 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

  • Page 62: Efficiency Ratings

    Based on CSA P.4.1-2015 EFFICIENCY RATINGS ENERGUIDE RATINGS D.O.E. STOVE EFFICIENCY MODEL PERCENTAGE RADVT Series RADVTSC Series 6262 Vermont Castings • Radiance RADVT Installation Manual_R20 • 09/18 3-90-20306759...

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