Superior DIRECT VENT 600 Installation Instructions Manual

Vented gas fireplace heaters - direct vent 500/600/800 series

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RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
This appliance may be installed in an aftermar-
ket permanently located, manufactured home
(USA only) or mobile home, where not prohib-
ited 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 certified kit is used.
WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL
IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLO-
SION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAM-
AGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
FOR YOUR SAFETY: Do not store or use gasoline
or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicin-
ity of this or any other appliance.
FOR YOUR SAFETY: What to do if you smell gas:
• DO NOT light any appliance.
• DO NOT touch any electrical switches.
• DO NOT use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow your gas suppliers
instructions.
• If your gas supplier cannot be reached, call the
fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
OTL Report No. 116-F-13-4
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
DIRECT VENT
500/600/800 SERIES
VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATERS - DIRECT VENT MODELS
P/N 700,005M REV. X 11/2004
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AVERTISSEMENT: ASSUREZ-VOUS DE BIEN SUIVRE
LES INSTRUCTIONS DONNÉ DANS CETTE NOTICE POUR
RÉDUIRE AU MINIMUM LE RISQUE D'INCENDIE OU
POUR ÉVITER TOUT DOMMAGE MATÉRIEL, TOUTE
BLESSURE OU LA MORT.
POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ: Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser
d'essence ni d'autre vapeurs ou liquides inflammables
dans le voisinage de cet appareil ou de tout autre
appareil.
POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ: Que faire si vous sentez une
odeur de gaz:
• Ne pas tenter d'allumer d'appareil.
• Ne touchez à aucun interrupteur. Ne pas vous servir
des téléphones se trouvant dans le batiment où
vous vous trouvez.
• Evacuez la piéce, le bâtiment ou la zone.
• Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de gaz
depuis un voisin. Suivez les instructions du
fournisseur.
• Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur de gaz,
appelez le service dos incendies.
L'installation et service doit être exécuté par un qualifié
installeur, agence de service ou le fournisseur de gaz.
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  • Page 1 RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE This appliance may be installed in an aftermar- ket permanently located, manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home, where not prohib- ited by local codes. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Packaging ... page 2 Introduction ... page 2 General Information ... page 2 Location ... page 3 Appliance and Vent Clearances ... page 4 Vent Termination Clearances ... page 5 Typical Installation Sequence ... page 5 Detailed Installation Steps ... page 5 Step 1.
  • Page 3: Location

    Millivolt Models - Millivolt models come standard with the manually-modulated gas valve; flame ap- pearance and heat output can be con- trolled at the gas valve. Input of millivolt models is shown in the following table: i l l Electronic Models - Electronic models have a fixed rate gas valve.
  • Page 4: Appliance And Vent Clearances

    APPLICATION TOP VENT RECESSED INSTALLATION TOP VENT APPLICATION Figure 2 The location should also be free of electrical, plumbing or other heating/air conditioning duct- ing. These direct vent appliances are uniquely suited for installations requiring a utility shelf positioned directly above the fireplace. Utility shelves like these are commonly used for locat- ing television sets and decorative plants.
  • Page 5: Vent Termination Clearances

    VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCES These instructions should be used as a guide- line and do not supersede local codes in any way. Install vent according to local codes, these instructions, the current National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI-Z223.1) in the USA or the current standards of CAN/CGA-B149.1 and - B149.2 in Canada.
  • Page 6 EXTERIOR HORIZONTAL VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS See Item D in the Text Below. Center Line Exterior Wall of Termination *18” Horizontal Termination 18” Ventilated Soffit Inside Corner Detail D = Air Supply Inlet = Vent Terminal y l t i t r l i t t s i l i t...
  • Page 7 FIREPLACE FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS **FRAMING WITH SQUARE HORIZONTAL TERMINATIONS (SV4.5HTSS or SV4.5HTS) AND ROUND HORIZONTAL TERMINATION (SV4.5HTR) VENT FRAMING - TOP VENT WITH ONE 90 ELBOW VENT FRAMING - REAR VENT WITH NO ELBOWS (406) Inches (mm) 16” (406mm) is the required framing depth dimension when the finish material (drywall) thickness is 1/2 in.
  • Page 8: Fireplace Specifications

    FIREPLACE FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS Note- Venting requirements for rear vent applications in corner installations for D-500, DT-500 AND DR-500 models only - - the round termination (SV4.5HTR) may not be used - the horizontal vent length “a” to “b,” must not exceed 28 inches (711 mm) Back wall of chase/enclosure (including any finishing materials)
  • Page 9: Step 3. Install The Vent System

    Step 3. INSTALL THE VENT SYSTEM General Information These instructions should be used as a guide- line and do not supersede local codes in any way. Install vent according to local codes, these instructions, the current National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI-Z223.1) in the USA or the current standards of CAN/CGA-B149.1 and - B149.2 in Canada.
  • Page 10: Vertical Termination Systems

    VERTICAL TERMINATION SYSTEMS (ROOF) Figure 17, and Figures 27 through 31 on pages 13 and 14 and their associated Vertical Vent Tables illustrate the various verti- cal venting configurations that are possible for use with these appliances. Secure Vent pipe applications are shown in these figures;...
  • Page 11 Vertical (Offset) Installation Analyze the vent routing and determine the quantities of vent sections and number of el- bows required. Refer to Vertical Vent Figures and Tables on page 13 and 14 to select the type of vertical installation desired. Vent sections are available in net lengths of 4 "...
  • Page 12 Loop the tape around the vent, securing the ends of the tape to the framing. If desired, sheet metal screws #6 x " length may be used to secure the support straps to the vent pipe . Refer to Figure 21. F.
  • Page 13: Vertical Vent Tables And Figures

    VERTICAL VENT FIGURES/TABLES Note: Secure Vent (rigid vent pipe) is shown in the figures; Secure Flex (flexible vent pipe) may also be used. WARNING: UNDER NO CIRCUM- STANCES MAY SEPARATE SECTIONS OF CONCENTRIC FLEXIBLE VENT PIPE BE JOINED TOGETHER. Note: It is very important that the horizontal/ inclined run be maintained in a straight (no dips) and recommended to be in a slightly elevated plane, in a direction away from the...
  • Page 14 VERTICAL VENT FIGURES/TABLES (continued) Figure 30 - Rear Vent - THREE ELBOWS Figure 31 - Top Vent - THREE ELBOWS NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE. *Ceiling Firestop/Spacer (SV4.5BF) A Vent Restrictor, as shown in Figure 18, page 10, must be used in this application **Wall Firestop/Spacer...
  • Page 15: Horizontal Termination System

    HORIZONTAL (OUTSIDE WALL) TERMINATION SYSTEM Figure 32, and Figures 36 to 43 on pages 17, 18 and 19 and their associated Horizontal Vent Table illustrate the various horizontal venting configurations that are possible for use with these appliances. Secure Vent pipe applica- tions are shown in these figures;...
  • Page 16 If the terminus of the last section is not within this distance, use the telescopic vent section SV4.5LA, as the last vent section. For wall thicknesses greater than that shown in Figure 34 , refer to table 3 on page 17 . This table lists the additional venting components needed (in addition to the termination and adapter) for a particular range of wall thicknesses.
  • Page 17: Horizontal Vent Tables And Figures

    HORIZONTAL VENT FIGURES/TABLES Note: Secure Vent components (rigid vent pipe and terminal) are shown in the figures; Secure Flex components (flexible vent pipe and terminal) may also be used. Note: Two 45 degree elbows may be used in place of one 90 degree elbow. The same rise to run ratios, as shown in the venting figures for 90 elbows, must be followed if 45 degree elbows are used.
  • Page 18 HORIZONTAL VENT FIGURES/TABLES (continued) Square termination (SV4.5HTS) shown. Round Termination (SV4.5HTR) may only be used on D-500, D-600 and DR-500, DR-600 series models. The Small Square Termination (SV4.5HTSS) may only be used on D-500 and DR-500 series models. See Table 3 on page 17 as an aid in venting component selection for a particular range of exterior wall thicknesses. Figure 40 - Rear Vent - TWO 90 DEGREE ELBOWS *Wall Firestop/Spacer...
  • Page 19 HORIZONTAL VENT FIGURES/TABLES (continued) **Wall Firestop/Spacer (SV4.5HF) Firestop/Spacer (SV4.5BF) Square termination (SV4.5HTS) shown. Round Termination (SV4.5HTR) may only be used on D-500, D-600 and DR-500, DR-600 series models. The Small Square Termination (SV4.5HTSS) may only be used on D-500 and DR-500 series models. See Table 3 on page 17 as an aid in venting component selection for a particular range of exterior wall thicknesses.
  • Page 20: Venting Using Flexible Vent Pipe

    VERTICAL OR HORIZONTAL VENTING USING SECURE FLEX KITS AND COMPONENTS Secure Flex venting kits and components may be used in any venting application where rigid Secure Vent (SV4.5) direct vent components can be used. All restrictions, clearances and allowances that pertain to the rigid piping apply to the flexible venting.
  • Page 21: Step 4. Field Wiring

    Step 4. FIELD WIRING Refer to Section A for millivolt appliances and Section B for electronic appliances. The gas valve is set in place and pre-wired at the factory on both models. A. SIT and Honeywell Millivolt Wiring (See Figure 46) – 1.
  • Page 22: Step 6. Connecting Gas Line

    Step 6. CONNECTING GAS LINE Make gas line connections. All codes require a shut-off valve mounted in the supply line. Fig- ure 50 illustrates two methods for connecting the gas supply. The flex-line method is accept- able in the U.S., however, Canadian require- ments vary depending on locality.
  • Page 23: Step 9. Installing Glass Door

    Step 9. INSTALLING THE GLASS DOOR Retrieve the glass door. Visually inspect the gasket on the backside of the frame. Gasket surface must be clean, free of irregularities and seated firmly. Position the door in front of the firebox opening with the bottom of the door held away from the fireplace (Figure 56 ).
  • Page 24: Cold Climate Insulation

    Combustible Finished Wall This Area Must Remain Materials Clear of Combustible Materials 1" Min (25 mm) Combustible material Spacer may touch the appliance top. Combustible materials not allowed below this point on Top of Appliance the face of the Radiant panel appliance.
  • Page 25: Installation Accessories

    INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES t s i o l l a l f t s i ™ e r i ™ z i r l a t i t a h t i e r i z i r l a t i t a h t i e r i...
  • Page 26: Gas Conversion Kits

    INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES CONTINUED t s i GAS CONVERSION KITS WARNING: THIS CONVERSION KIT SHALL BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE AGENCY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER'S IN- STRUCTIONS AND ALL APPLICABLE CODES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE AUTHORITY HAVING JU- RISDICTION. IF THE INFORMATION IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE, EXPLOSION OR PRODUCTION OF CARBON MONOXIDE MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY...
  • Page 27 Step 1. Turn off the gas supply to the appliance. Remove the front glass door/frame from the appliance. Access the control compartment. Step 2. Carefully remove the logs. Exercise care so as not to break the logs. Step 3. Locate the screws securing the burner (tray) to the appliance.
  • Page 28 Step 5. Millivolt Appliances - Honeywell Systems a. Convert the gas valve as follows ( see Figure 67 ) : Remove the plastic protecting cap. Remove the gas type setting screw by turning it counter- clockwise. Obtain the replacement gas type setting screw from the kit and screw it into place (red for propane and blue for natural gas).

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