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THIRTY8
DIRECT VENT
GAS FIREPLACE
MODELS: BI-38N-C, BI-38P-C, BI-38N-T, BI-38P-T
Report #0361GF010S
Ce manual est disponsible en Francais sur demande.
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 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.
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- Page 1 THIRTY8 DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE MODELS: BI-38N-C, BI-38P-C, BI-38N-T, BI-38P-T Report #0361GF010S Ce manual est disponsible en Francais sur demande. 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 is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Information Specifications Clearances Installation Information Venting Liner Kit Installation Ceramic Burner & Logset Installation Fire Glass Burner & Media Installation Final Assembly Lighting & Operation Remote Handset Operation Gas Conversion Maintenance Maintenance Log Replacement Parts List Control Schematic Installation Record Warranty Information... - Page 4 WE STRONGLY SUGGEST THAT YOU READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE BEGININNG THE INSTALLATION OF THE DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE. ALTHOUGH THE BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INSTALLATION OF ALL DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACES ARE SIMILAR, EACH SPECIFIC PRODUCT HAS ITS OWN UNIQUE SET-UP AND INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS THAT MUST BE FOLLOWED EXACTLY.
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Page 5: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. A manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home OEM installation must conform with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 or when such a standard is not applicable, the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations, ANSI/BCSBCS A225.1, or Standard for Gas Equipped Recreational Vehicles and Mobile Housing, CSA Z240.4. - Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Installation 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 person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. It is imperative that the control compartments, burners and circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean.
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Page 7: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS CERTIFICATION This appliance has been certified by OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc. to ANSI Z21.88-2016/CSA 2.33-2016 Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters and CAN/CGA-2.17-2017, Gas-Fired Appliances for Use At High Altitudes. This SÓLAS Gas Fireplace is approved for installation at elevations up to 2000 feet in the U.S. and 1370 meters (4500 feet) in Canada without change. - Page 8 SPECIFICATIONS THIRTY8 SPECIFICATION CHART INPUT NATURAL GAS PROPANE Orifice Diameter 1/8” (3.175”mm) Input Rating 40,000 BTU/Hr. 37,000 BTU/Hr. (BI-38N-T, BI-38P-T) Min. Input 30,500 BTU/Hr. 27,000 BTU/Hr. (BI-38N-C, BI-38P-C) Min. Input 28,000 BTU/Hr. 27,000 BTU/Hr. GAS SUPPLY NATURAL GAS PROPANE Manifold Pressure 3.5”...
- Page 9 SPECIFICATIONS Dimension “A” 36.13” (918mm) Dimension “J” 0.50” (13mm) Dimension “B” 42.75” (1,086mm) Dimension “K” 6.75” (171mm) Dimension “C” 46.00” (1,168mm) Dimension “L” 0.50” (13mm) Dimension “D” 25.25” (641mm) Dimension “M” 16.70” (424mm) Dimension “E” 35.50” (902mm) Dimension “N” 45° Dimension “F”...
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Page 10: Clearances
CLEARANCES MINIMUM FRAMING CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES CONSTRUCTION Sides* 0.50” (13mm) Floor 0” (0mm) Back** 2.00” (51mm) 15.00” (381mm) Hearth*** 12.00” (305mm) Clearance around vent pipe 1.50” (38mm) The image above shows a typical combustible framing dimensions. • *This fireplace will include 0.50” (13mm) standoffs to maintain the required clearance to combustibles for the sides. - Page 11 CLEARANCES • When the fireplace is installed on a combustible floor, a non-combustible hearth must be installed in front of the fireplace extending a minimum of 12” (305mm) out from the front fascia. • Non-combustible hearth must be at a minimum the same width as that of the front fascia, 42.75” (1,086mm) •...
- Page 12 CLEARANCES • When selecting non-combustible materials for use in the installation, take note of the material’s propensity to absorb and conduct heat. Materials such as metal, stone, and ceramics may transmit heat more readily than other building materials resulting in undesirable surface temperatures.
- Page 13 CLEARANCES • The shaded area in the above image represents the permissible proximity of combustible mantle legs to the fireplace. WARNING Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation. Failure to follow instructions exactly can create a fire hazard. ATTENTION: Before proceeding with your installation, determine if you plan to use either the Power Vent kit (PV- 800HZ) or the Heat Redistribution Kit (HRD-750).
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Page 14: Installation Information
INSTALLATION INFORMATION WARNING Read all instructions completely and thoroughly before attempting installation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury, property damage, or loss of life. Operation of improperly installed or maintained venting system could result in serious injury, property damage, or loss of life. NOTE: Any electrical wiring, gas plumbing, or vent installation required by the appliance must be done prior to final finishing. - Page 15 INSTALLATION INFORMATION State of Massachusetts: The installation must be completed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter when installed within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- Page 16 INSTALLATION INFORMATION NOTE: Before installing your fireplace, the standoff kit, part number 12384 must be installed. Standoff Kit Contents: Quantity: 1pc Part Number: 12380 Description: Top Front Standoff; THIRTY8 Quantity: 2pcs Part Number: 12381 Description: Top Rear Standoff; THIRTY8 NOT SHOWN: #10 x ½” Sheet Metal Screws, 13pcs 1.
- Page 17 INSTALLATION INFORMATION NON-COMBUSTIBLE CEILING INSTALLATION • The ceiling of the framing cavity for this fireplace must be made from non-combustible, ½” cement board or equivalent. (Not Included) • The standoffs installed on the fireplace are designed to position the non-combustible ceiling board at the correct site.
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Page 18: Venting
VENTING WARNING This fireplace must be vented to the outside. The venting system must NEVER be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel burning appliance. Each gas appliance must use a separate vent system. Do not use common vent systems. INSTALLATION PLANNING The SÓLAS THIRTY8... - Page 19 VENTING Install a Simpson Duravent (Or equivalent) wall thimble, part number 46DVA-WT (not supplied by SÓLAS), where the pipe passes through a wall to retain any insulation in the wall and to maintain proper clearances. If the wall being penetrated is constructed of non-combustible material only (i.e., Masonry block or concrete), the wall thimble is not required;...
- Page 20 VENTING This SÓLAS Gas Fireplace has been tested and listed for installation with 4” X 6 5/8” M&G DuraVent GS/Pro®, Selkirk Direct-Temp®, Security Secure Vent™, AmeriVent Direct™, Metal Fab Direct Vent and ICC EXCELDirect venting components. Although you may use the pipe components (straight pipe, elbows, etc.) from any of the listed manufacturers, you may only use the vent terminations (caps) listed in the chart on the following page.
- Page 21 VENTING • The air restrictor dial is located under the firebox next to the right-side leg. To access, remove the screen trim assembly. • The fireplace will arrive with the restrictor in the fully open position. To reduce the draft within the fireplace, loosen the wing nut and rotate the dial clockwise until the desired flame appearance is reached.
- Page 22 VENTING Use this worksheet to determine the equivalent horizontal run for use with the vent charts on the next page. The information contained within this worksheet may also be useful during installation or in the event that you need technical assistance from SÓLAS. O NATURAL GAS O LP GAS (PROPANE) A.
- Page 23 Power vent runs of up to 110ft with (6) 90⁰ elbows are permitted when using the SOLAS power vent kit PV-486072. Refer to power vent instructions for additional power vent installation and operation...
- Page 24 VENTING...
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Page 25: Liner Kit Installation
LINER KIT INSTALLATION 1. Begin by installing the Left liner panel as shown. 4. Install the rear liner panel as shown. 2. At the base of the left liner panel, install the base 5. Install the right liner panel as shown. Secure the retaining bracket, part # 12366, as shown. -
Page 26: Ceramic Burner & Logset Installation
CERAMIC BURNER & LOGSET INSTALLATION 4. Secure the burner with the included #10 sheetmetal screw included. Shown above is the Right-hand mounting screw. 1. Begin by placing the burner assembly within the firebox as shown. 5. Secure the Left side of the burner using the #10 sheetmetal screw included. - Page 27 CERAMIC BURNER & LOGSET INSTALLATION To install the ceramic logset, follow the installation order shown below. Log #1 Log #2...
- Page 28 CERAMIC BURNER & LOGSET INSTALLATION Log #3 Log #6 Log #4 Log #7 The Logset is now complete. Log #5...
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Page 29: Fire Glass Burner & Media Installation
FIRE GLASS BURNER & MEDIA INSTALLATION 1. Begin by placing the burner assembly within the firebox as shown. 4. Secure the burner with the included #10 sheetmetal screw included. Shown above is the left- hand mounting screw. 2. Align the burner orifice and burner inlet tube. 5. - Page 30 FIRE GLASS BURNER & MEDIA INSTALLATION 7. Install part # 12284 over the right burner access hole using the (2) included #10 sheetmetal screws as shown. 4. The fire glass hearth requires 5lbs of fire glass. Find the bag of glass media labeled as containing 5lbs of media and begin to spread evenly across the fire glass hearth.
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Page 31: Final Assembly
FINAL ASSEMBLY GLASS INSTALLATION: GLASS TRIM INSTALLATION: 1. Insert the glass assembly, part # 12357, into the glass frame retainer at the base of the firebox. 4. The left glass trim, part # 12358, is secured using embedded magnets within the trim piece. - Page 32 FINAL ASSEMBLY SCREEN INSTALLATION: 3. As the screen trim assembly, part # 12260 is installed, move the screen trim assembly into position, approximately 2” (51mm) 1. Clips located on the left and right sides of higher than its final resting position. the fireplace enclosure (above left image) engage with the screen pins (above right image) on the back side of the screen.
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Page 33: Lighting & Operation
LIGHTING & OPERATION WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. When lighting this appliance, follow these instructions exactly. A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device that automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light the pilot by hand. - Page 34 LIGHTING & OPERATION OPERATING YOUR FIREPLACE FOR THE FIRST TIME When operating your new fireplace for the first time, some vapors may be released due to the curing compounds used in the manufacture of the appliance. They may cause a slight odor and could cause the flames to be the full height of the firebox, or even slightly higher, for the first few hours of operation.
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Page 35: Remote Handset Operation
REMOTE HANDSET OPERATION SÓLAS REMOTE HANDSET Please note the images of the remote handset on pages 34-40 of this manual depict the Maxitrol GV60 Remote Control, although the profile of the remote depicted is different from the one included with your fireplace, the buttons and operation of the remote is the same. - Page 36 Remote Control Operation section for a description of this feature. NOTE: Before using the remote control system for the first time, the receiver and the handset are synchronized at the factory. See the section SOLAS Remote Handset Pairing Set-up on page of this manual if the receiver and handset lose synchronization.
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Page 42: Gas Conversion
GAS CONVERSION These appliances are field convertible between Propane to Natural gas when a SÓLAS gas conversion kit is used. Gas conversions must be performed by a qualified service technician. PART # DESCRIPTION SÓLAS CONVERSION KIT CONTENTS 38BI-LPC THIRTY8 LP CONVERSION KIT #27 PILOT ORIFICE #50 LP BURNER ORIFICE –... - Page 43 GAS CONVERSION 8. When converting from Propane to Natural Gas, slide the NG Collar forward to cover the burner inlet tube aeration NG Position hole and use a 5/16” nut driver to secure with a #10 sheet metal screw. 9. When converting from Natural Gas to Propane, slide the NG Collar backwards to expose the burner inlet tube aeration hole and use a 5/16”...
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Page 44: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE ANNUAL MAINTENANCE A qualified service agency should conduct an annual inspection and maintenance of your SÓLAS Gas Fireplace including the overall installation and venting to keep it running safely. The following procedures should be per-formed only by a qualified service person. The gas supply should be turned off and the stove should be completely cool whenever a maintenance procedure is performed. -
Page 45: Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG We strongly recommend that you keep a log of the regular maintenance that is performed on your fireplace. We have provided the forms below to make it easy. Simply ask your qualified service per-son to fill out one of the maintenance record forms below, each time the fireplace is serviced. This will help insure that all of the required maintenance procedures have been completed, at least annually. - Page 46 MAINTENANCE LOG CONT.
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Page 47: Replacement Parts List
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST THIRTY8 - REPLACEMENT PARTS PART NAME PART NAME Natural Gas (NG) Pilot Assy. 38BI-401 TC Line Red M46-701 Propane (LP) Pilot Assy. 38BI-402 TC Line Yellow M46-702 Receiver Module (Maxitrol) M46-504 Thermocouple Interrupter Block M46-703 Wall Switch Panel (Optional) M46-505 8-Wire Connecting Cable M46-704... -
Page 48: Control Schematic
CONTROL SCHEMATIC Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing the controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. For replacement parts and customer service contact your SÓLAS dealer or: SÓLAS, LLC (T) 603-298-5169 4 Technology Drive, (F) 603-298-9246 West Lebanon, NH 03784... -
Page 49: Installation Record
INSTALLATION RECORD The installer should complete the form below that describes the details of the installation. Having this written record of installation information available will greatly expedite trouble-shooting should any problem arise with your stove. The installer should keep a duplicate of this form for their records. Date Purchased: _____________________________________________ Dealer:... -
Page 50: Warranty Information
WARRANTY INFORMATION THE WARRANTY SÓLAS, LLC, a division of Progressive Manufacturing, Inc. (“SÓLAS”), Limited Lifetime Warranty Damage to stainless steel, gold, nickel or porcelain enameled surfaces caused by fingerprints, warrants your SÓLAS brand gas fireplace (“Product”) to be free from defects in materials and scratches, melted items, or other external sources left on these surfaces from the use of cleaners is workmanship at the time of manufacture. - Page 51 V1 / 7-9-19...
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