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Installation and Operating
Instructions for
Vented Gas Log Sets
Models R18CFL, R24CFL, R30CFL
Decorative Gas Appliance for Installation in Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result, causing property
damage, injury, or loss of life.
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Do not store gasoline or other flammable
vapors or liquids near this or any other
appliance.
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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.
•
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 fire department.
Department of Building and Safety, Rule of General Application No. RGA2-72,
"Standard for Decorative Log Sets for Installation in Wood Burning Fireplaces".
Decorative Gas Appliances for Installation in Solid-Fuel Burning Fireplaces.
CFM Specialty Home Products
410 Admiral Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5T 2N6 • 905-670-7777
www.majesticproducts.com • www.vermontcastings.com
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING
Installation, service and repair of this
appliance must be performed by a quali-
fied installer, service agency, company or
gas supplier experienced with this type of
gas appliance.
Installer:
Read this instructions completely and care-
fully prior to beginning installation. After
installation, leave these instructions with the
owner.
Owner:
Read these instructions and follow the warn-
ings. Save this manual for future reference.
L I S T E D B Y
LISTING NO. 1254
ATTENTION
20003889 12/04 Rev. 1
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Summary of Contents for Vermont Castings R18CFL
- Page 1 Installation and Operating Instructions for Vented Gas Log Sets Models R18CFL, R24CFL, R30CFL Decorative Gas Appliance for Installation in Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result, causing property damage, injury, or loss of life.
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Page 2: Installation Precautions
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Read these directions thoroughly before installation. For assistance or additional infor- mation, consult your gas log dealer, qualified installer, service agency or gas supplier. WARNING Do not use this appliance or any part that has been under water. - Page 3 In order to assure a safe and effective instal- lation, only a qualified service person who is familiar with the building codes and installa- tion techniques appropriate to your area may install and service this appliance. The Logsets have been designed and tested to operate safely when installed according to the installation instructions contained in this manual.
- Page 4 Pre-Installation Checklist Are you burning Natural Gas? If you have Propane Gas, you need to purchase a factory authorized safety pilot kit (see below). Is the gas supply inlet pressure correct? NG: Min. 3.5” w.c./Max. 7.0” w.c. Does the firebox meet the minimum size dimensions below? Is your fireplace plumbed with gas on the right side (facing) of the fireplace? If not, see Page 4.
- Page 5 8” adjustable crescent wrench; Pipe thread sealant compound or teflon tape; 12” pipe wrench or chan- nel lock pliers. Gas Plumbed on Left Hand Side of Fireplace NOTE: Your gas log set is assembled at the factory to be installed in a fireplace plumbed with the gas on the right side (facing).
- Page 6 The Damper Stop provided keeps your damper from accidentally closing during operation of your set. This Damper Stop must be installed onto your Damper at all times. NOTE: The damper clamp is designed to hold the damper plate open 3 inches. However, the damper must be fully open when the log set is in operation.
- Page 7 Figure 5b Create a mixture of equal parts soap and water. Apply to all the joints of the pipe fittings from the gas supply pipe to the burner. Turn on the gas supply valve for no longer than 3-5 seconds. If bubbles appear in the soap solution applied to the joints, there is a leak.
- Page 8 The top logs can be arranged to achieve your desired flame pat- tern. Refer to Figures 9, 10, and 11 (R18CFL, R24CFL, and R30CRL). Be sure you leave as much open space between the logs as pos- sible to minimize flame impingement and sooting.
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Page 9: What To Do If You Smell Gas
For Your Safety Read Before Lighting WARNING: If you do not follow these directions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch, do not use any phone in your building. •... - Page 10 Log Set is Smoking/Sooting Excessively It is natural and unavoidable for vented gas log sets to produce moderate levels of carbon (soot) where flame contacts the logs. The logs can be cleaned using a soft-bristle brush. However, if soot is produced where there is no flame impingement, one of the following may be the cause: Fireplace venting system not drafting properly: Make sure the damper is wide open at all times.
- Page 11 Screw - Grate Clip 20003889 20003915 4312847 4312848 4312779 4312776 4312855 4312856 4310010 4310006 4310001 3030167 7521901 20002632 20001419 3304311 3309078 R18CFL R24CFL R30CFL 20003916 20003917 4312778 4312780 4312780 4312847 4312847 4312848 4312848 4312779 4312779 4312788 4312814 4312845 4312857 4312844...
- Page 12 Grate Step Pan & Extension Assembly Burner Tube - 3/8” Orifice - Natural (installed into Part #17) Burner Inlet Fitting (installed into Part #18) Flexible Gas Connector Gas Supply Fitting - Elbow (continued) R18CFL R24CFL CIGF18 CIGF24 20000924 20000925 20000955 20000955...
- Page 13 LIMITED 2/20 YEAR WARRANTY For VERMONT CASTINGS Decorative Gas Appliances CFM Specialty Home Products extends the warranties specified in paragraphs A and B below with respect to its Vermont Castings Decorative Gas Appliances (the “Gas Appliance”), including CFM Specialty Home Products supplied accessories and components referred to in those paragraphs, subject to the following conditions and limitations:...
- Page 14 CFM Specialty Home Products 410 Admiral Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5T 2N6 • 905-670-7777 www.majesticproducts.com • www.vermontcastings.com...
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