Valor G3.5 Installation Manual

With autofire, direct vent insert gas fireplace, natural gas, propane gas

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Installation Manual
G3.5
with
Canadian Patent 2717779
US and other patents pending
Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance.
Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING:
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.
DANGER
4008152-03
©2020, Miles Industries Ltd.
Direct Vent Insert
Gas Fireplace
natural gas
propane gas
Installation and service must be
performed by a qualifi ed installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
Hot glass
will cause burns.
Do not touch glass
until cooled.
Never allow children
to touch glass.
700MN
700MP
Do not touch any electrical switch; do
not use any phone in your building.
Leave the building immediately.
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.
A barrier designed to reduce
the risk of burns from the hot
viewing glass is provided with this
appliance and must be installed for
the protection of children and
other at-risk individuals.

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  • Page 1 Installation Manual G3.5 Direct Vent Insert Gas Fireplace natural gas 700MN propane gas 700MP with Canadian Patent 2717779 US and other patents pending Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance. Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference. Do not touch any electrical switch; do ▪...
  • Page 2 Miles Industries Ltd. grants no warranty, implied or stated, for the installation or maintenance of your heater, and assumes no responsibility for any consequential Valor Fireplaces damage(s). 190–2255 Dollarton Highway North Vancouver, BC, Canada V7H 3B1 ©...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Welcome to Valor ® This appliance has been professionally installed by: Please read this manual BEFORE Dealer Name: ________________________________ installing and operating this Phone:______________________________________ appliance. Fireplace Safety .................4 Approved Venting Components........35 Specifi cations ................6 Appendix A—Lighting Instructions ....... 36 Kits &...
  • Page 4: Fireplace Safety

    fi replace. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible fi re hazard and will void the warranty. Replacement manuals are available by contacting the Valor Customer Service at 1-800-468-2567, or by visiting valorfi replaces.com.
  • Page 5 Fireplace Safety Glass window Intended use • This appliance is designed and approved as a supple- mental heater and provides the potential for most en- WARNING ergy conservation when used while attended. The use Do not operate this appliance with the of an alternate primary heat source is advisable.
  • Page 6: Specifications

    Specifications Approval & Codes Supply Gas This appliance is certifi ed to ANSI Z21.88/CSA 2.33 Heater engine 700MN uses natural gas. American National Standard / CSA Standard for Vented Heater engine 700MP uses propane gas. Gas Fireplace Heaters for use in Canada and USA, and The supply pressure must be between the limits shown to CGA 2.17-91 High Altitude Standard in Canada.
  • Page 7: Kits & Accessories

    706RGL Refl ective Glass Panels Gas Conversion Kits 707FBL Fluted Black Panels 700MNGK Conversion Kit to Natural Gas 708VRL Valor Red Brick Panels 700MPGK Conversion Kit to Propane Gas Fronts (choose one) Barrier Other Accessories Screen 795CFKV2 Circulating Fan Kit...
  • Page 8: Dimensions

    Dimensions Dimensions 28-5/8” (727 mm) IMPORTANT: See below for minimum cavity dimensions! 21-1/4” (540 mm) Fan box: 3” (76 mm) Optional fan 3” 3” 9” (76 m m m) (76 mm) 13” (228 mm m ) (330 mm) 1-1/2” (38 mm) 4”...
  • Page 9: Installation Planning

    Installation Planning Clearances Combustible Mantel—Left Side View Sidewall Clearances With optional Fan: depth 4” (102 mm) Do not put +3” (76 mm) furniture or objects within 36” (914 mm) of the front of appliance Minimum distance from side of appliance (liner box) to Non-combustible hearth combustible wall: 4”...
  • Page 10: Before Installation

    Installation Planning Before Installation Caution Only qualified, licensed, or trained personnel should install this appliance. Installer - READ THIS FIRST! 1. YOU NEED TO KNOW FROM THE HOMEOWNER: • What accessories (surround, screen, fan*, etc) will be installed 2. Unpack the appliance, removing all items packed inside and around it.
  • Page 11: Concept

    Installation Planning Concept Intended Installation This appliance may ONLY be installed in an existing unaltered, functioning solid-fuel burning fi replace with a working fl ue and constructed of non-combustible material. DO NOT install into combustible construction. This appliance is NOT APPROVED for installation with a zero clearance kit.
  • Page 12: Venting

    Venting Concept Typical Vent Installation Terminal Cap NOTE: Flexible co-linear vent pipes may only be installed into existing non-combustible solid-fuel burning fi replaces and chimneys. See list of approved Venting Accessories on page 41 of Flashing this manual. The appliance must not be connected to a chimney fl...
  • Page 13: Preparation

    Preparation Existing Fireplace Preparation Existing Fireplace Preparation Gas Line Routing A few points must be considered before inserting Plan the routing of the gas line before proceeding. the 700 into an existing fi replace cavity. Generally, no Utilize the existing hole for the gas line of the factory- modifi...
  • Page 14: Installation

    Installation Window and Fan Remove Window Install Fan Kit (if used) The window is held in place by a spring-loaded lever on If the 795CFKV2 Circulating Fan Kit (blower) is to be each side. To remove the window: installed, we suggest that you do it now. 1.
  • Page 15: Venting

    Installation Venting Connect Venting IMPORTANT: This appliance’s venting system is room sealed and therefore does not require room air to be used in the combustion process. 1. Rough-in two 3” diameter vent liners into the existing chimney system from the roof. Be careful not to tear or damage the liners in the process.
  • Page 16: Gas Supply

    Installation Gas Supply The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply Connect Gas Supply piping system by closing its equipment shut-off valve The gas supply inlet connection is a 1/2” NPT female. during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping Gas shut-off...
  • Page 17 Installation Gas Supply 2. Install alternate elbow (not supplied). Inlet Connection The appliance is sup- plied with a fl ared elbow 6-3/8” connector fi tted onto the (162 mm) valve and a fl ex connec- tor supplied loose to be 3/8”...
  • Page 18: Liners

    Installation Liners 4. Install the rear panel on the rail behind the burner, Liner Installation against the back of the fi rebox. The angled edge The following guidelines apply to all panels except faces the top of the fi rebox. Support the rear panel 706RGL Refl...
  • Page 19 Installation Liners 7. Install the roof panel, supporting it with the rear and side panels. 8. Tighten the anchor screws on each side. 9. Replace the burner cover (2 screws). 10. Replace the log support (2 screws).
  • Page 20: Fuel Beds

    Installation Fuel Beds 2. Place log G4 directly on the burner, and slide it all Install Birch Log Kit 700BLK the way to the left. There is a groove on the Material required underside of the log that fi ts on the front rail on the •...
  • Page 21 Installation Fuel Beds 5. Place embers in the gap between H10 and H11, and 9. Place log H7 as shown, on top of G5 and G4. behind H10 and H11, against the burner. Hold some embers back for later steps. 6.
  • Page 22 12. Place log H9 on top of the embers at the front of the IMPORTANT: Approved for use only with the ceramic fi replace, between H10 and H11. embers provided with your Valor fi replace. The use of any other products may void your fi replace warranty. WARNING...
  • Page 23: Install Traditional Log Kit 700Lsk

    Installation Fuel Beds 2. Place log G4 directly on the burner, and slide it all Install Traditional Log Kit 700LSK the way to the left. There is a groove on the Material required underside of the log that fi ts on the front rail on the •...
  • Page 24 Installation Fuel Beds 5. Place embers in the gap between H10 and H11, and 9. Place log H28 on top of G16 and G4. behind H10 and H11, against the burner. Hold some embers back for later steps. 6. Place log G7 on the rear log support as shown, 10.
  • Page 25 12. Place log H31 on top of the embers between H10 IMPORTANT: Approved for use only with the ceramic and H11. embers provided with your Valor fi replace. The use of any other products may void your fi replace warranty. WARNING...
  • Page 26: Install Driftwood Log Kit 700Dwk

    Installation Fuel Beds 1. Confi rm the front edge of the rear log support is Install Driftwood Log Kit 700DWK fl ush with the cutout in the burner support Material required platform. • Traditional Log Kit, which contains: • 8 logs •...
  • Page 27 Installation Fuel Beds 3. Place log G11 on the rear log support as shown, Place H20 on top of H18 and G4 as shown. H20 behind the tabs. Slide it to the right until it presses rests on top of a knob on G4. gently against the pilot shield.
  • Page 28 11. Place log H21 on top of the embers between H18 IMPORTANT: Approved for use only with the ceramic and G14. embers provided with your Valor fi replace. The use of any other products may void your fi replace warranty. WARNING...
  • Page 29: Window Re-Installation & Checking

    3. Pull out the top of the window and release it to Damage caused by incorrect window ensure the springs return it. installation is not covered by the Valor 4. Apply fi rm hand pressure around the window frame Warranty.
  • Page 30: Remote Control Pairing

    Installation Remote Control Pairing 4. With a sharp object, press and hold the receiver’s Synchronize Remote Control RESET button until you hear one short and one long The receiver and the handset of the remote control beep. Release the reset button after the second beep. system must be initially synchronized before the fi...
  • Page 31: Check Operation And Aeration

    Installation Check Operation and Aeration Increasing aeration (open) will cause the fl ames to Check Operation appear more transparent and blue showing more Turn the fi replace fl ame up and down using the remote ceramic eff ects glow. control to confi rm that the full range of inputs is achieved—see the Remote Control Use starting on page Adjust Aeration (if necessary) Light the fi...
  • Page 32: Accessories

    Installation Accessories Install Side Shrouds The side shrouds are required to install the front on the appliance. They are supplied with the engine. Fit them to the appliance outer case as indicated (2 screws/side). See instructions supplied with the front trim for installation of trim.
  • Page 33: Remote Control Holder

    Installation Remote Control Holder Install Remote Control Handset Wall Holder The remote control kit for this fi replace comes complete with a wall-mounted holder. This holder is not required in all installations but is provided as an optional feature for those customers who wish to mount the remote handset to the wall.
  • Page 34: Gv60 Wiring Diagram

    Installation GV60 Wiring Diagram MAN Knob Main Valve Knob Optional Wall Switch Combination Control Valve black Interruptor Block ON/OFF Switch Connector Thermocouple yellow Antenna Receiver Battery Holder RESET Button Optional 795CFKV2 Control Module...
  • Page 35: Approved Venting Components

    Approved Venting Components Approved Direct Vent Suppliers for Valor Models 700 , 739 , 780 and 785 Venting Parts Code / availability by Manufacturer Venting Parts Description 4DVC 940264 HSDV4658- Standard Co-axial 46DVA-VC 4DT-VT — — 4DH-1313 — 940364 1313...
  • Page 36: Appendix A-Lighting Instructions

    Appendix A—Lighting Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING : If you do not follow these instructions exactly causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. . To save gas, turn the pilot off when not using the appliance for a prolonged period of time. WHAT TO DO IF r’s phone.
  • Page 37: Appendix B-Remote Control Operation

    Appendix B—Remote Control Operation Initial Pairing Before the remote control can be used with the fi replace, it must be paired. See page 30. Radio Frequency Turn Fireplace ON 315 MHz for USA and Canada. Press buttons until you hear a short beep;...
  • Page 38 Appendix B—Remote Control Operation Setting ºC/24-hr or ºF/12-hr Manual Mode M A N clock Manual fl ame height adjustment. In MAN mode, press buttons until temperature / clock display Daytime Temperature Mode TEMP changes from When pilot is lit, room temperature is measured and compared to set °F / 12-hour °C / 24-hour...
  • Page 39 Appendix B—Remote Control Operation Circulating Fan Operation Setting Program Timers (if equipped) You can program two periods of time between 12 am Circulating fan has 4 speed levels from and 11:50 pm in each 24-hour cycle. low to high (1 to 4 bars). Programs P1 and P2 must be set in the following order Press SET to scroll to .
  • Page 40 Appendix B—Remote Control Operation Setting P2 high and low temperature times. Repeat same steps as Setting P1. When all settings are complete, press to save them. Timer Programming Example (default temperatures shown) 6:00 am 8:00 am 4:00 pm 10:00 pm 6:00 am high temp low temp...
  • Page 41: Appendix C-Spare Parts

    Appendix C—Spare Parts Description Part No. Description Part No. VDRT slider assembly 4006540 Burner mount (2) 4007140 Exhaust plate gasket 4001662 Platform fi xing bracket 4008079 Shroud (2) 4003295 Flex pipe assembly with valve 4002475 Burner cover platform 4007921 Anti-fl ashback shield 4007629 Log support bracket 4008289...
  • Page 42 4008169 Fluted Black Liner Kit 707FBL Driftwood Log G12 4008170 Ledgestone Liner Kit 705LSLV3 Driftwood Log G13 4008171 Valor Red Liner Kit 708VRL Driftwood Log G4 4008162 Left hand side panel Driftwood Log G14 4008172 Fluted Black 4003208 Driftwood Log H18...
  • Page 43 Appendix C—Spare Parts 20-26...
  • Page 44 Appendix C—Spare Parts Ceramic Liners Birch Log Kit - 700BLK Glass Liners Driftwood Log Kit - 700DWK Traditional Log Kit - 700LSK...

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