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INSTALLER / CONSUMER
SAFETY INFORMATION
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL
BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING
APPLIANCE.
WARNING!
IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS
MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED
EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION
MAY RESULT CAUSING
PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL
INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas suppler.
WHAT TO DO IF
YOU SMELL GAS:
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Do not try to light any appliance.
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Do not touch any electric switch; do
not use any phone in your building.
•
Immediately call your gas supplier
from your neighbor's phone. Follow
the gas supplier's instructions.
•
If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
DO NOT STORE OR USE
GASOLINE OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS
OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.
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 certified kit is
used.
Radiance
Direct Vent/Natural Vent
Gas Heater
Model RDVOD: 3225 thru 3232,
3350 thru 3354, 3360 thru 3369,
3390 thru 3399
Homeowner's Installation
and Operating Manual
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
4188
Radiance
cover
4/01
C E RT I F I E D
20004188 1/07 Rev. 18
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- Page 1 This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases unless a certified kit is used. Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater Model RDVOD: 3225 thru 3232, 3350 thru 3354, 3360 thru 3369, 3390 thru 3399 Homeowner’s Installation and Operating Manual 4188...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE. Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Vermont Castings stove. IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty. -
Page 3: Installation & General Information
Installation & Operating Instructions The Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Room Heater, Model Nos. 3350 thru 3354, 3360 thru 3369 and 3390 thru 3399, is a vented gas appliance listed to the ANSI standard Z21.88b-2002 and CSA-2.33b-2002 for Vented Room Heaters, and CSA 2.17- M91, Gas-Fired Appliances For Use at High Altitudes. -
Page 4: Operating Instructions Stove Dimensions
Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Stove Dimensions See Page 6 for Flue Collar Centerline Dimensions. 4���" (1.2cm) ���� ������ � � Fig. 1 Radiance dimensions. The Radiance stove is shipped from the factory as a Direct Vent Gas Heater. This heater may be converted into a Natural Vent unit in the field. -
Page 5: Installation Requirements
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 - latest edition. (EXCEP- TION: Do not derate this appliance for altitude. Main- tain the manifold pressure at 3.5” w.c. for Natural Gas, and 10”... -
Page 6: Parallel Installation
Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater Parallel Installation: Minimum Clearance and Flue Centerline, Direct Vent and Natu- ral Vent 42" (1070mm) Min. Alcove Width 48" (1220mm) Max. Alcove Depth 6" (150mm) ST130 Fig. 3 Parallel installation, minimum back and side clear- ances, and flue centerlines. -
Page 7: Gas Specifications
Gas Specifications Model Fuel Gas Control RDVODRN Millivolt RDVODRP Prop Millivolt RDVODRFN Comfort Control RDVODRFP Prop Comfort Control Weight: Fully assembled; 350 lbs. Gas Inlet and Manifold Pressures Natural Inlet Minimum 5.5” w.c. Inlet Maximum 14.0” w.c. Manifold Pressure 3.5” w.c. Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Certified to: ANSI Z21.88-2005 / CSA 2.33-2005... -
Page 8: Vertical Termination - Direct Vent Only
Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater Vertical Termination - Direct Vent ONLY A vertical vent system must terminate no less than 8’ (2.44m) and no more than 40’ (12m) above the appli- ance flue collar. A 2¹⁄₄" restrictor plate (supplied) must be used, where specified, in all vertically terminated vent systems. - Page 9 Your stove is approved to be vented either through the side wall, or vertical through the roof. • CFM Corporation does not require any opening for inspection of vent pipe. • Only CFM Corporation and Simpson DuraVent venting components specifically approved and labelled for this stove may be used.
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Page 10: General Venting Information - Termination Location
Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater General Venting Information - Termination Location CFM145a VENT TERMINATION A = Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony B = Clearance to window or door that may be opened C = Clearance to permanently closed window D = Vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal within a horizontal distance of 2’... -
Page 11: Termination Clearances
Termination Clearances Termination clearances for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors. Inside Corner Combustible 6" (152 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) Balcony - with no side wall Combustible & Noncombustible 12" (305 mm) *NOTE: Termination in an alcove space (spaces open only on one side and with an overhang) is permitted with the dimensions specified for vinyl or non-vinyl siding and soffits. -
Page 12: Venting Requirements And Options - Direct Vent Only
Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater Venting Requirements and Options - Direct Vent ONLY Approved Vent System Components The Stardance Heater must be vented to the outdoors through an adjacent exterior wall or through the roof. The venting system must be comprised of the appropriate listed venting components specified on this page. -
Page 13: Assembly Procedures Tools Required
WARNING Failure to position the parts in accor- dance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved for use with this heater may result in property dam- age or personal injury. This heater and components are heavy. Have help available for assembly. -
Page 14: Install Optional Fan
Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater WARNING This appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounded) plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug. Install the Optional Fan If you are installing the optional convection Fan Kit #2767 (FK26), continue here. -
Page 15: Venting System Assembly - Direct Vent
Venting System Assembly - Direct Vent General Information The Radiance is approved for installation only with the vent components listed on Page 11. Follow the vent component instructions exactly. For U.S. installations: The venting system must con- form with local codes and/or the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. -
Page 16: Install Vent Adapter Pipe (Simpson Dura-Vent Components)
Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater Fig. 21 Fasten outer pipe with #12 x 1/2” sheet metal screw. Install the Vent Adapter Pipe (Simpson Dura-Vent Components) 1. Install the Restrictor Plate. Consult Page 7 to de- termine whether the restrictor plate is needed. If so, ST650 place the restrictor plate within the inner flue collar install outer adpater... - Page 17 12” (305mm) Max. Length Firestop Fig. 25 Assemble the wall sleeve and firestop. ZCS103 For DuraVent pipe only: Install vent pipe by align- Zero Clearance Sleeve ing the locking system together, sliding the pipes & Firestop together and twisting clockwise. 12/6/99 djt •...
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Page 18: Vent Termination Below Grade
Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater 11. For CFM only: Install Charcoal Gray Pipe Rings (#7FSDRG) or Polished Brass Pipe Rings (#7FSDRP) at pipe joints, if desired. Seal Both Termi- nal Ends Caulk Plate Joint with Weatherproof Sealant Fig. 29 Install the vent terminal. Vent Termination Below Grade ST217 Install Snorkel Kit #7FSDVSKS when it is not possible... -
Page 19: Venting System Assembly - Natural Vent
Make certain the vent system conforms to all other requirements for vertical termination as specified on Page 9. This installation will require you to first determine the roof pitch and use the appropriate vent components. Refer to Figure 9 on page 9. 1. -
Page 20: Install The Vent Pipe
Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater The Radiance stove, when installed as a Natural vent heater, includes a vent safety switch. (Page 34, Figure 67) Operating the stove when it is not connected to a properly installed and maintained venting system, or tampering with or disconnecting the vent safety switch, can result in carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning and possible death. -
Page 21: Connect Gas Supply Line
Rear Log Bracket Fig. 38 Radiance firebox. LG156 Radiance logs Right Log 4/23/01 djt Right Rear Log Left Rear Log Left Bracket Decorative Grate Fig. 39 Install the left and right rear logs and the right log. LG156 4. Install the right log by engaging hole on the bottom Radiance logs with pin on the right rear log. -
Page 22: Burner Information
Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater CAUTION This appliance should only be connected by a qualified gas technician. Test to confirm manifold pressures as specified below. The Radiance Heater and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa). -
Page 23: Operation
The Radiance is shipped with the operable door front plate. The stove may be operated with the doors either open or closed. To open the front doors, insert the handle into the door latch stub and turn it to the right and up. -
Page 24: Lighting And Operating Instructions
Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater Lighting and Operating Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING:If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This heater has a pilot which must be lit manu- ally. -
Page 25: Troubleshooting - Honeywell #8420 Gas Control System
Troubleshooting / Honeywell #8420 Gas Control System NOTE: Before troubleshooting the gas control system, be sure the external gas shutoff is in the “ON” position. WARNING: REMOVE THE GLASS PANEL BEFORE PERFORMING ANY GAS CONTROL SERVICE WORK. SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES 1. -
Page 26: Instructions For Rf Comfort Control Valve
Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater Instructions for RF Comfort Control Valve The Comfort Control valve allows remote control of temperature, fan and flame appearance. NOTE: The antenna should hang in free air away from grounded metal. Operation 1. If the manual switch is in remote position, switch it to LOCAL. -
Page 27: Auto Mode
Auto Mode In the AUTO mode, the room temperature, set tem- perature, flame and fan levels will be shown. AUTO will appear next to both the flame and fan icons. When the control is in the AUTO mode, the main burner will turn on/off or modulate based on the heat needed to maintain the set temperature. -
Page 28: Comfort Valve System Control Sequence Of Operation With Transmitter
Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater Comfort Valve System Control Sequence Of Operation With Transmitter Local Path If manual switch is set to LOCAL, did main burner light and fan turn on? Turn pilotstat knob to PILOT to turn off main burner. Turn pilotstat knob to OFF to turn valve completely... - Page 29 20004188 Radiance Direct Vent /Natural Vent Gas Heater Auto Path If the manual switch is set to REMOTE, Move switch from press the mode button LOCAL to REMOTE. to display AUTO on the Press any key within transmitter. Does the transmitter display the room and temperture setting?
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Page 30: Fuel Conversion Instructions
Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater Fuel Conversion Instructions WARNING! 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 authority having jurisdiction. If the information in these instruc- tions is not followed exactly, a fire, explosion or production of carbon monoxide may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss... - Page 31 Lift Open Hi-Lo Knob Fig. 55 Remove center screw from Hi-Lo knob. CO100 Gas conversion 3. Insert blue painted screw when converting to natural HI-LO knob 3/15/99 djt gas and red painted screw when converting to LP. 4. Tighten screw (do not over tighten), replace cap. SIT 820 Valve 1.
- Page 32 NG, using a torque #10 key turn the blue screw clockwise to increase the manifold pressure. Turn the screw counterclockwise to de- crease the pressure. Use the red screw to adjust LP. 5. Replace motor top cap. 3232 Center Plunger Pilot Hood Blue - NG CO105 Fig.
- Page 33 Kit # 000-5002 #51 / .067” 000-5009 Kit # 000-5003 #57 / .043” 000-5010 Model RDVOD, RDVOD with Vermont Castings Draft Hood Z31D00 FSDHAG Minimum rear injector air inlet openings. 20004188 Radiance Direct Vent /Natural Vent Gas Heater Table 1. Injector Orifice Size Matrix Conversion to Natural Gas Front Part #...
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Page 34: Maintenance
Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater Your Radiance Gas Heater will provide years of service with minimal upkeep. The following procedures will help ensure that your stove continues to function properly. Annual System Inspection Have the entire heater and venting system inspected annually by a qualified gas technician. -
Page 35: Gasket Replacement
Fig. 65 Release the latches to remove the glass frame. Gasket Replacement ST141 The Radiance Gas Heater uses a ‘tadpole’ type gasket pull glass latch to seal between the glass panel and the frame. In time, 10/99 this gasket can become brittle and compressed and should be replaced. -
Page 36: Wiring Diagrams
Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater Wiring Diagrams On/Off Switch Wiring TP/TH Black Thermostat (Optional) Optional Thermostat Wiring St124b on/off/switch wiring 1/11/00 djt TP/TH Black Fig. 68 On/off switch and optional thermostat circuit. NOTE: IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL WIRE, AS SUP- PLIED WITH THE APPLIANCE, MUST BE RE- St124c PLACED, IT MUST BE REPLACED WITH TYPE... -
Page 37: Replacement Parts
CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater (RDVOD) Models: 3225 thru 3232, 3350 thru 3354, 3360 thru 3369, 3390 thru 3399 Ref. Description... - Page 38 Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater (RDVOD) Models: 3225 thru 3232, 3350 thru 3354, 3360 thru 3369, 3390 thru 3399 (continued) Ref. Description Gasket, Glass Med. Knit - RDV40 Glass, GFP Firebox Ceramic Handle w/Insert LFTR 10a.
- Page 39 Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater (RDVOD) Models: 3225 thru 3232, 3350 thru 3354, 3360 thru 3369, 3390 thru 3399 (continued) Ref. Description Right End Control Door Handle Assembly Gasket, HE Door FK26 Fan Subassembly (RF Only) Grille, RDV40 Screen, Top RDV40 55a.
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Page 40: Optional Accessories
Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Gas Heater Fan Kits FK26 Fan The FK26 fan helps distribute heated air from within the firebox out into the room. The fan is controlled by a snapstat that turns power on and off as the firebox tem- perature rises above and falls below a preset tempera- ture. - Page 41 Radiance Direct Vent /Natural Vent Gas Heater 20004188...
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Page 43: Warranty
PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY All Vermont Castings gas stoves, gas inserts, and gas fireplaces, and all Majestic brand gas fireplaces equipped with an Insta-Flame Ceramic Burner, or standard steel tube burner. BASIC WARRANTY CFM Corporation (hereinafter referred to collectively as the Company) warrants that your new Vermont Castings or Majestic Gas Fireplace/ Stove is free from manufacturing and material defects for a period of one year from the date of purchase, subject to the following conditions... -
Page 44: Efficiency Ratings
Efficiency Ratings Model EnerGuide Ratings Fireplace Efficiency (%) RDVODRN 60.7 RDVODRP 60.7 RDVODRFN 60.7 RDVODRPN 60.7 CFM Corporation 410 Admiral Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5T 2N6 800-668-5323 • www.cfmcorp.com...
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