Blaze King Clarity CL29.SP Operation & Installation Manual

Direct vent gas fireplace insert with standing pilot sp, for use with natural gas ng or propane lpg

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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 premises.
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.
WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a fi re or
Installer: Please complete the details on the back cover and leave this manual with the
PFS report#:F18-431
Homeowner: Please keep these instructions for future reference.
Pour la version française de nos manuels S.V.P. vous référez à notre site web: www.blazeking.com
180-CL29-SP v1.00
CLARITY CL29.SP
DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE INSERT
with Standing Pilot (SP)
For use with natural gas (NG) or propane (LPG)
OPERATION & INSTALLATION MANUAL
explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
homeowner.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket,
permanently located, manufactured home (USA only) or
mobile home, where not prohibited by local codes.
This appliance may be installed in an OEM Installation in a
manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home and must be
installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
and the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety
Standard, Tittle 24 CRF, Part 3280, in the United States, or the
Standard for Installation in Mobile Homes, CAN/CSA Z240 MH
Series, in Canada.
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.
A safety screen 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. If the safety screen becomes damaged,
the safety screen shall be replaced with the manufacturer's
safety screen for this appliance.
Date Installed:
Serial No.:
March 12, 2019

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  • Page 1 CLARITY CL29.SP DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE INSERT Date Installed: with Standing Pilot (SP) Serial No.: For use with natural gas (NG) or propane (LPG) OPERATION & INSTALLATION MANUAL FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury, death, or property damage.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Page 2 Clarity CL29 SP TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS _________________________________________________________________ 4 GENERAL ..................................4 YOUR SAFETY ................................4 INSTALLATION ................................5 GENERAL INFORMATION ________________________________________________________________ 6 APPLIANCE CERTIFICATION ..........................6 INSTALLATION CODES ............................6 SPECIFICATIONS..............................6 HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION ........................6 CERTIFICATION LABEL __________________________________________________________________ 7 MA Code - CO Detector __________________________________________________________________ 8 DIMENSIONS _____________________________________________________________________________ 9...
  • Page 3: Blaze King Industries

    State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Manufactured By Valley Comfort Systems Inc. Blaze King Industries 1290 Commercial Way 146 A Street Penticton, BC V2A 3H5 Walla Walla, WA 99362 CANADA U.S.A.
  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Page 4 Clarity CL29 SP SAFETY PRECAUTIONS NOTE: Failure to follow these instructions could cause a malfunction of the fi replace, which could result in death, serious bodily injury, and/or property damage. GENERAL • Installation and repair should be done by a qualifi ed service person. The appliance should be inspected before the fi...
  • Page 5: Installation

    Clarity CL29 SP Page 5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS INSTALLATION • Installation and service must be performed by a qualifi ed installer, service agency or gas supplier • Only doors certifi ed with the appliance shall be used. (see door part numbers in “PARTS LIST”) •...
  • Page 6: General Information

    Page 6 Clarity CL29 SP GENERAL INFORMATION APPLIANCE CERTIFICATION This appliance is tested and certifi ed to the following US and Canadian gas appliance standards: • ANSI Z21.88-2017 / CSA 2.33-2017 Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters, • CAN/CGA-2.17-M91 (R2014) Gas-Fired Appliance for Use at High Altitudes •...
  • Page 7: Certification Label

    Clarity CL29 SP Page 7 CERTIFICATION LABEL CLARITY CL29.SP CLARITY CL29.IPI  SN - 30 Listed vented gas fi replace heater / Poêle certifi é au gaz avec évacuation MODEL / MODÈLE: Clarity CL29 top venting appliance / Clarity CL29 appareil ventilé vers le haut This stove is factory equipped for 0-1372 m (0-4500 ft) / Ce poêle est manufacturé...
  • Page 8: Ma Code - Co Detector

    Page 8 Clarity CL29 SP MA Code - CO Detector (for the State of Massachusetts only) 5.08: Modifi cations to NFPA-54, Chapter 10 (2) Revise 10.8.3 by adding the following additional requirements: (a) For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7) feet above fi...
  • Page 9: Dimensions

    Clarity CL29 SP Page 9 DIMENSIONS RATING LABEL LOCATION The rating label is located below the fi rebox behind a fl ip down door. It is affi xed to rectangular metal sheets that are chained to the appliance. FLUE EXHAUST INTAKE NOTE: TURNING ON YOUR APPLIANCE WHEN IT HAS BEEN OFF FOR AWHILE MAY CAUSE TEMPORARY CONDENSATION TO APPEAR ON THE...
  • Page 10: Shroud And Shelf Options

    Page 10 Clarity CL29 SP SHROUD AND SHELF OPTIONS S.Z4918 SHROUD CL29 26.5” x 38” S.Z4924 SHROUD CL29 32” x 44” TRIMMABLE S.Z4932 SHROUD CL29 29” x 40” S.Z4933 SHROUD CL29 32” x 44” 180-CL29-SP v1.00 March 12, 2019...
  • Page 11: Shroud And Shelf Options

    Clarity CL29 SP Page 11 SHROUD AND SHELF OPTIONS S.Z4973 SHROUD CL29 23” x 37” S.Z4966 ASH SHELF CL29 44” REQUIRES CL29 SHROUD S.Z4954 ASH SHELF RISER CL29: (ONE OR TWO RISERS CAN BE USED) REQUIRES CL29 SHROUD AND ASH SHELF S.Z4964 CL29 4-SIDED SHROUD BOTTOM REQUIRES S.Z4918 CL29 SHROUD 26.5”...
  • Page 12: Lighting Instructions

    Page 12 Clarity CL29 SP LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. This appliance has a pilot which is lit with a push button piezo lighter. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.
  • Page 13: 820 Nova Valve

    Clarity CL29 SP Page 13 820 NOVA VALVE 15 6 820 NOVA VALVE ON/PILOT/OFF Knob Manual HI-LO adjustment or pressure regulator adjustment Pilot adjustment Thermocouple connection Mounting for piezo & bracket Inlet pressure test point Outlet pressure test point Main operator Pilot outlet Main gas outlet Flange mounting screw holes...
  • Page 14: Operating Instructions

    Page 14 Clarity CL29 SP OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PILOT LIGHT Refer to the lighting instruction label on how to light the pilot. Check that the pilot has fully engulfed the thermocouple assembly (Fig.1). LIGHTING THE BURNER Standing Pilot (SP) The CLARITY CL29 SP controls are located behind the hinged fl...
  • Page 15: Maintenance And Service

    Clarity CL29 SP Page 15 MAINTENANCE and SERVICE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Regularly: • Clean and remove any lint accumulations or debris from the grills and combustion or convection air passage ways. • Keep the appliance area free from combustible materials, such as paper, wood, clothing, gasoline, fl...
  • Page 16: Glass Door Removal

    Page 16 Clarity CL29 SP MAINTENANCE and SERVICE GLASS DOOR REMOVAL For installation, cleaning, and burner removal the glass door must be removed. 1. Turn off the appliance and allow it to cool down completely. 2. There are tabs on the safety screen trim that fi...
  • Page 17: Glass Door Replacement

    FLOOR PLATE and replacement of the glass from the door must be done by a qualifi ed service technician. The glass door must be purchased from a Blaze King dealer. No substitute materials are allowed. BURNER REMOVAL 1. Turn off the appliance and allow it to cool down Fig.6...
  • Page 18: Safety Screen Replacement

    Page 18 Clarity CL29 SP MAINTENANCE and SERVICE SAFETY SCREEN REPLACEMENT The CLARITY CL29 is supplied with a safety screen pre-installed inside the door trim. If the safety screen becomes damaged it must be replaced with part #645-16305 for Z4921 Safety Screen Trim.
  • Page 19: Fuel Conversion

    Clarity CL29 SP Page 19 MAINTENANCE and SERVICE FUEL CONVERSION THIS CONVERSION KIT SHALL BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE AGENCY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS AND ALL APPLICABLE CODES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION. IF THE INFORMATION IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE, EXPLOSION OR PRODUCTION OF CARBON MONOXIDE MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
  • Page 20 Page 20 Clarity CL29 SP MAINTENANCE and SERVICE installationinstructions 820 NOVA HI/LO Conversion Kit WARNING! The installation of this conversion kit must only be undertaken by a qualified and certified gas appliance installer. This installation or replacement instruction refer to HI-LO pressure regulator kit to be used to convert the 820 Nova Combination Gas Control with adjustable pressure regulator into manual HI-LO.
  • Page 21: Installation Planning

    Clarity CL29 SP Page 21 INSTALLATION PLANNING THIS FIREPLACE INSERT SHALL BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE AGENCY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS AND ALL APPLICABLE CODES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION. This section of the owner’s manual is for the use of qualifi ed service technicians only. Gas connections, clearances to combustibles, minimum fi...
  • Page 22: Factory Built Fireplace Or Zero Clearance Fireplace

    Page 22 Clarity CL29 SP INSTALLATION PLANNING The included label plate, shown below, must be permanently attached inside the cavity of the fi replace in a visible location. WARNING: This fi replace has been converted for use with a gas fi replace insert only and cannot be used for burning wood or solid fuels unless all original parts have been replaced, and the fi...
  • Page 23: Installation Clearances

    Clarity CL29 SP Page 23 INSTALLATION CLEARANCES OPERATION OF THIS HEATER WHEN NOT CONNECTED TO A PROPERLY INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED VENTING SYSTEM CAN RESULT IN CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) POISONING AND POSSIBLE DEATH MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES A Unit to sidewall. 4.5”...
  • Page 24: Optional Blower

    Page 24 Clarity CL29 SP OPTIONAL BLOWER S.Z4946.SP BLOWER INSTALLATION 5. Feed the power cord wires through the case hole. 1. If attached, lift face frame and safety screen up and out, away from the appliance, and set it aside. 2.
  • Page 25 Clarity CL29 SP Page 25 OPTIONAL BLOWER 8. Remove the control panel as shown. 12. Connect the black “W” wire from the rheostat to the white “W” wire from the power cord. 9. Remove the knob, nut, and washer from the rheostat.
  • Page 26 Page 26 Clarity CL29 SP OPTIONAL BLOWER 14. Slide the blower in from the left side around to the 16. Connect the black “B” wire from the blower to the back of the case, keep wires from getting pinched black “B” wire from the power cord. or snagged.
  • Page 27: Initial Setup

    Clarity CL29 SP Page 27 INSTALLATION INITIAL SETUP 1. There are four leveling bolts on the appliance as shown in (Fig.9). Level the appliance from side to side and front to back. Adjust the leveling bolts to desired vertical position so the appliance is level.
  • Page 28: Vent Termination Location

    Page 28 Clarity CL29 SP INSTALLATION VENT TERMINATION LOCATION • In heavy snowfall areas make sure vent termination is located where it will not be blocked by snowfall or snow from snow removal equipment. • Locate vent termination away from plants, bushes, or any other object on or near the vent termination that will interfere or obstruct the air fl...
  • Page 29: Vent Connector Removal And Installation

    Clarity CL29 SP Page 29 INSTALLATION VENT CONNECTOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION The vent connector slide plate is shipped attached to the insert, but may be removed and attached to fl ex vent for tight installations. NOTE: The vent connector slide plate gasket must not be damaged or removed.
  • Page 30: Vent Restrictor

    Page 30 Clarity CL29 SP INSTALLATION VENT RESTRICTOR Due to the high draft produced by certain venting confi gurations the vent restrictor may be adjusted to maintain performance. If vent restriction is necessary it can be adjusted as follows: 1. Turn off the appliance and allow it to cool down completely.
  • Page 31: Air Shutter Adjustment

    Clarity CL29 SP Page 31 INSTALLATION AIR SHUTTER ADJUSTMENT The air shutter allows the amount of air coming into the burner to be adjusted in order to accommodate diff erent climates and venting arrangements. 1. Lower the hinged door below the fi rebox. The air shutter adjustment lever is left of the valve.
  • Page 32: Electrical Requirements

    Page 32 Clarity CL29 SP INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS THIS APPLIANCE IS EQUIPPED WITH A GROUND SCREW FOR YOUR PROTECTION AGAINST SHOCK HAZARD. ENSURE PROPER GROUNDED WIRING IS SUPPLIED AND CONNECTED TO THIS UNIT. LABEL ALL WIRES PRIOR TO DISCONNECTION WHEN SERVICING CONTROLS. WIRING ERRORS CAN CAUSE IMPROPER AND DANGEROUS OPERATION.
  • Page 33: Venting Parts List

    Clarity CL29 SP Page 33 VENTING PARTS LIST M&G DURAVENT DIRECTVENT PRO / GS SYSTEM PARTS LIST DESCRIPTION PART OLD PART Aluminum Flex Length - 3” 3DFA-35 Flex Coupling - 3” 3DFA-FC Co-Axial to Co-linear Appliance Connector 46DVA-GCL Chimney Liner Termination Kit 46DVA-GK Co-Linear Kit w/ Flex 46DVA-CL33-25...
  • Page 34 Page 34 Clarity CL29 SP VENTING PARTS LIST BDM PARTS LIST ORDER # DESCRIPTION PROFORM 35’ INSERT CO-LINEAR TERMINATION KITS: 94203370 3"X3"VCL PROFORM KIT 35'X 2 94203370B 3"X3"VCL PROFORM KIT 35'X 2 W/ BLACK CAP PROFORM INSERT CO-LINEAR INSULATED KITS: 942103360 3"X3"VCL PROFORM INSULATED KIT 30'X 2 942103360B...
  • Page 35 Clarity CL29 SP Page 35 VENTING PARTS LIST OLYMPIA PARTS LIST KITS PART DESCRIPTION VDV-CKVCCH33 3”x3” Co-Linear Kit that includes a High Wind Vertical Cap, 2 3”x35’ rolls of Aluminum Liner and 4 hose clamps VDV-CK33CC Square Style 3”x3” Stainless Steel Co-Linear Cap and 2 Hose clamps. The cap has 2 built-in Hose Clamps VDVB-CK33CC Square Style 3”x3”...
  • Page 36 Page 36 Clarity CL29 SP VALVE REMOVAL & INSTALLATION TO BE DONE BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY 1. Turn off the gas valve, disconnect the gas and electricity to the appliance. 2. Remove safety screen trim and glass door as shown in “GLASS DOOR REMOVAL”...
  • Page 37 Clarity CL29 SP Page 37 PARTS LIST ITEM PART DESCRIPTION NUMBER 4911 BAFFLE Z4910 FLOOR PLATE 640-4900 14” WIDE BURNER 610-0712 PILOT ASM ADJ NG/LPG PSE Z4917 CL29 DOOR ASSEMBLY 645-1630 SAFETY SCREEN 16” X 30.5” S.Z4921 SAFETY SCREEN TRIM w/ SCREEN 600-SIT-013 EXTENSION KNOB HI LO 1.5”...
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Page 38 Clarity CL29 SP TROUBLESHOOTING Please check to make sure the instructions are followed exactly before attempting trouble shooting of the appliance. TROUBLESHOOTING AND SERVICING OF GAS AND ELECTRICAL DEVICES OF THE APPLIANCE SHOULD ONLY BE CONDUCTED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION...
  • Page 39: Warranty

    Blaze King and its respective brands extend the following warranty for gas appliances purchased from an authorized Blaze King dealer and installed in the United States of America or Canada. Warranty starts with date of purchase by the original owner (End User) except as noted for replacement parts.
  • Page 40 If you are not satisfi ed with the service provided by the Blaze King dealer, write to Blaze King at the address listed on the last page of the Owner’s Manual. Include a copy of the original purchase invoice and a description of the problem.
  • Page 41 18. The paint on the brick liner may peel. It is not a fl aw and is not covered under warranty, due to extreme conditions in the fi rebox. 19. Blaze King is free of liability for any damages caused by the fi replace or stove, as well as inconvenience expenses and materials. The Limited Warranty does not cover incidental or consequential damages.
  • Page 42 Labor rates are set per component and as such total labor costs may not be covered. 26. If a defect or problem is determined by Blaze King to be non warrantable, Blaze King will not be liable for travel costs for service work.
  • Page 43 Clarity CL29 SP Page 43 NOTES 180-CL29-SP v1.00 March 12, 2019...
  • Page 44: Notes

    Page 44 Clarity CL29 SP NOTES 180-CL29-SP v1.00 March 12, 2019...

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