Valcourt L48 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Valcourt L48 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

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INSTALLER:
Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER:
Retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure
to
follow
exactly could result in serious injury,
death or property damage.
− Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable 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.
• 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 fire department.
− Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
DANGER
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from
the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance
and shall be installed for the protection of children
and other at-risk individuals.
NOTE : Barrier required, may be sold separately.
Printed in Canada
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER'S MANUAL
safety
warnings
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
MODEL
L48 (FG00001)
DIRECT VENT
ZERO CLEARANCE
GAS FIREPLACE HEATER
MULTIFUNCTION REMOTE (MF)
WARNING
If not installed, operated and maintained
in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions, this product could expose
you to substances in fuel or from fuel
combustion which can cause death or
serious illness.
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.
WARNING
expose
including
which is known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth
defects
harm. For more information go to
www.P65warnings.ca.gov/
We suggest that our gas
hearth products be installed
and serviced by professionals
who are certified in the U.S.
by the National Fireplace
Institute (NFI) as NFI Gas
Specialist.
This
product
can
you
to
chemicals
carbon
monoxide,
or
other
reproductive
46139A
2019-11-26

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER’S MANUAL INSTALLER: MODEL Leave this manual with the appliance. L48 (FG00001) CONSUMER: DIRECT VENT Retain this manual for future reference. ZERO CLEARANCE GAS FIREPLACE HEATER WARNING FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD MULTIFUNCTION REMOTE (MF) Failure follow safety...
  • Page 3 It is mandatory that this gas instructions in this burning hearth product manual. installed and serviced by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. Dealer: Installer: Phone Number: Model: Serial Number: Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 3...
  • Page 4: Certification Plate

    • • • • THIS VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATER IS NOT FOR USE WITH AIR FILTERS. Made in St-Augustin-de-Desmaures (Qc), Canada Fabriqué à St-Augustin-de-Desmaures (Qc), Canada 28/10/2019 ( # 888888 ) 28/10/2019 ( # 888888 ) 27793 Page 4 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Glass Placement ......................... 65 Control System Troubleshooting ....................66 Parts View ........................... 68 Parts List ............................. 69 Component Wiring Diagram ...................... 70 Lighting Instructions ........................71 Maintenance and Service ......................72 Warranty ............................80 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 5...
  • Page 6: Important Safety Information

    Close fireplace dampers. Page 6 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 7: Safety Information For Users Of Propane Gas

    Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 7...
  • Page 8: Before You Start

    Verify that the fireplace and components have not been damaged during shipping. Combustible materials can come in contact with the nailing flanges provided. Set fireplace in a location near to its final installation location. Page 8 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 9: Carton Contents & Hardware Pack

    Flue Restrictor Assembly Battery Box ⅝" Grommet Module to Interface #10 x ½" Screw Nailing Flange Junction Box Assembly Middle Mount Bracket ¼" OD x 9/16" Spacer #8-32 X 3/4" screw Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 9...
  • Page 10: Introduction

    Check with SBI (a) the installation or replacement of gas piping for proper orifice size identification. Page 10 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 11 Min. Input (BTU/Hr) 25,000 27,000 Glass Panels Black AC04331 KWH (Max.) 11.13 9.95 Regular Finishing Black AC04332 Trim KWH (Min.) 7.32 7.90 The fireplace must have a liner installed prior to operation. Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 11...
  • Page 12: Location

    8 feet. positions, a minimum of 8 inches clearance must be maintained from the perpendicular wall and the front opening of the fireplace. Page 12 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 13: Fireplace Dimensions

    Height from floor to vent collar 35-15/16" Overall height to header 47-3/8" Distance between framing bracket ends 69-1/16" Interior rear width of firebox (not shown) 45" Bottom of fireplace to screen opening 10-1/8" Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 13...
  • Page 14: Clerances

    13” (76mm) HEIGHT UNIT OPENING wall ABOVE TOP OF FIREPLACE NON-COMBUSTIBLE 34" 12" BOARD 34" 10" 32" 8-3/8" BARRIER SCREEN/GLASS 30" 6-5/8" FRONT 28" 5" 26" 3-3/8" Figure 3 24" 1-3/4" 22" 0" Page 14 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 15: Fireplace Framing And Finishing

    13-inch opening above verify framing methods, the fireplace. and wall covering details before framing construction begins. NOTICE: For finishing to top of fireplace, refer «Figure 15» «Figure 16». Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 15...
  • Page 16 Additionally, in regions where cold air infiltration may be an issue, the inside surfaces may be sheet rocked and taped (or an equivalent method may be used) to achieve maximum air tightness. Figure 9 Page 16 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 17 Preset depth to suit facing material (flush or 1/2in set back depths). See «Figure 13». MIDDLE MOUNT BRACKETS (3) TOP FRONT EDGE OF FIREPLACE ½” SET BACK FLUSH Figure 13 Figure 11 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 17...
  • Page 18 NON-COMBUSTIBLE HEADER BOARD FINISHED WALL JOINT BETWEEN FINISHED WALL AND UNIT SEALED WITH 300°F (149°C)SEALANT MATERIAL NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL Figure 16 Use Non-Combustible materials where indicated for the fireplace installation. Figure 14 Page 18 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 19: Venting System Framing

    REQUIRED THIMBLE Figure 19 MAXIMUM HORIZONTAL RUN WITH MINIMUM VERTICAL RISE AND 90° ELBOW 6-in 14-in 7in Maximum 15-1/2-in 8-1/2-in 9-in 18-in 11-in 18-in - 11-in 12-in 20-1/2-in 13-1/2-in Figure 18 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 19...
  • Page 20 Drill a hole or drive a nail through this center point and check the floor above for any obstructions such as wiring or plumbing runs. Figure 21 Page 20 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 21 See «Figure 25». NOTE: Remove insulation from the framed area in the attic before installing the firestop and/or vent pipes. Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 21...
  • Page 22: Gas Supply

    The above connectors may be used if acceptable by the authority having jurisdiction. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires that a flexible appliance connector cannot exceed three feet in length. Figure 27 Figure 26 Page 22 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 23 Natural Gas models will have a manifold JUNCTION BOX pressure of approximately 3.5-in w.c. (.871 kPa) at the valve outlet with the inlet pressure to Figure 29 the valve from a minimum of 4.5-in w.c. (1.120 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 23...
  • Page 24: Electrical Connections

    A 10ft. battery and user interface extension wire harness is supplied. Page 24 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 25 HOLDER. MUST BE INSTALLED IN A WALL JUNCTION BOX (ORANGE LOW VOLTAGE OR BLUE BOX RECOMMENDED) NOTE: OUTER ACCESS DOOR REMOVED. REPLACE AFTER ALL WIRE AND GAS CONNECTIONS HAVE BEEN MADE Figure 32 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 25...
  • Page 26: Vent System Idendification

    45° ELBOW FLASHING 90° ELBOW CEILING FIRE STOP WALL STRAP PIPE LENGTH WARNING Gas appliance must not be connected to a chimney flue serving a separate solid-fuel burning appliance. Figure 33 Page 26 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 27: Venting Installation

    NOTICE: When installing flue restrictor, install REMOVE BAFFLE with screw pointing downward. TO INSTALL FLUE RESTRICTOR FULL OPEN FOUR INDICATED HOLES ALIGNED Figure 35 : Propane Figure 38 Figure 36 : Natural Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 27...
  • Page 28 This hole must be 13-in (330mm) high x 10-5/8-in (270mm) wide with its center line determined by the amount of vertical rise and horizontal run of the termination. Page 28 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 29 5 feet. EXAMPLE B: If the vertical dimension from the floor of the fireplace is 24 feet, the horizontal run to the outer wall flange must not exceed 10 feet. Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 29...
  • Page 30 VENTING GRAPH (Dimensions in Feet) HORIZONTAL RUN Figure 42 Page 30 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 31: Vent Termination Clearances

    The horizontal vent run refers to the total length of vent pipe from the flue collar of the fireplace to the face of the outer wall. Venting termination shall not be recessed into wall or siding Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 31...
  • Page 32 A vent shall not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved driveway that is located between two single family dwellings and serves both dwellings. Permitted only if veranda, porch, deck, or balcony is fully open on a minimum of two sides beneath the floor. Page 32 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 33: Top Vent Horizontal Terminaison

    Subtract 1-1/2 feet from the total horizontal measurement for each 45° elbow installed horizontally. Example Vent Runs Initial Pipe A (Vertical) (Horizontal) Length Maximum (Dimensions In Inches) 0’ 72 (6ft) 132 (11ft) Figure 45 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 33...
  • Page 34: Top Vent - Vertical Terminaison

    222 (18ft, 6in) 120 (10ft) 222 (18ft, 6in) 120 (10ft) 222 (18ft, 6in) 120 (10ft) 222 (18ft, 6in) *Maximum horizontal run is 100% of vertical, but cannot exceed 20 feet. Figure 48 Page 34 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 35: Vertical Terminaison

    Vertical vent runs on the outside of a building interest of safety. may be, but are not required to be installed inside a chase. Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 35...
  • Page 36 45° Wall straps must be used to support offset pipe every 4’. This application will require that you first determine the roof pitch and use the appropriate venting components. Figure 51 Page 36 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 37: Offset Chart

    A removable panel or other means must be provided in the enclosure for visual inspection Figure 54 of the flue connection. Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 37...
  • Page 38: Multifunction Remote Operating Instructions

    Turn off the main gas supply electrical supply NOTICE: Replace all batteries at least once fireplace during installation and each year, preferably before at the beginning maintenance receiver of the season. device. Page 38 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 39 Look at the LCD screen on the transmitter to verify that a °C or °F is visible to the right of the room temperature display. See «Figure 59». Figure 57 Figure 59 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 39...
  • Page 40 Figure 60 through Figure 63. A single beep will confirm reception of the command. Figure 62 : Flame Level 5 Figure 60 : Flame OFF Figure 63 : Flame Level Maximum Page 40 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 41 As the room temperature gets closer to the set point the smart function will modulate the flame down. Figure 66 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 41...
  • Page 42 CPI. Pressing the down arrow button will return When the batteries are replaced this icon will to IPI. A single beep will confirm the reception disappear. of the command. Figure 70 Figure 68 Page 42 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 43 OFF for two or three seconds and then restoring a power supply back on. The return of the system to normal operation must be checked under safe conditions by the user and/or service personnel. Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 43...
  • Page 44: Black Steel And Porcelain Liners Installation

    Install bracket (K) with two screws (G) on Remove bolts (G) and washers (J) from each side of the fireplace. the back panel. Discard washers (J). Figure 71 Figure 73 Page 44 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 45 Figure 75 Re-install the two previously removed screws (step 6 in Preparation section) through the top tabs of the rear panel to secure. Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 45...
  • Page 46 14. Replace glass door and barrier assemblies. TOP VIEW: FRONT OF SIDE LINER ENGAGING THE RETAINER BRACKET Figure 80 Figure 79 Page 46 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 47 Panel, Left Liner PL71057 31147 Panel, Right Liner PL71034 PL71034 Bracket, Side Panel 31048 31048 Screw, #10x1/2in Not Shown 21543 21543 Insulation - Rear Panel Not Shown 21554 21554 Insulation - Side Panel Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 47...
  • Page 48: Glass Liner Installation

    (A) and glass door (B) assemblies prior to installation of the liner kit. Figure 84 Remove the burner cover plate (E) and the Figure 82 burner screen (F). Figure 83 Figure 85 Page 48 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 49 Figure 88 Figure 86 Remove bolts (G) and washers (J) from Lift the tabs on the new rear liner bracket the back panel. Discard washers (J). (I). Figure 87 Figure 89 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 49...
  • Page 50 13. Install both side liners (L) in the fireplace side brackets, previously installed. Figure 90 11. Install bracket (K) with two screws (G) on each side of the fireplace. Figure 91 Figure 93 Page 50 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 51 (M) and install the liner at the back of the fireplace. Figure 96 17. Reinstall light cover (D). Figure 95 Figure 97 18. Reinstall the glass door and the screen door. Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 51...
  • Page 52: Trim Installation

    Figure 99 fireplace. Do not over tighten these screws. Replace glass door and barrier assemblies. 10. Installation is complete. Page 52 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 53: Variable Halogen Lighting Kit Installation

    Remove (2) 5/16-inch x ½-inch hex screws at the top of the rear panel. To remove panel, pull the top forward slightly, then lift up to release the panel, and set aside. Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 53...
  • Page 54 The two removed brackets at the front of the firebox, then screws will be used in step 12. install two 5/16-inch x ½-inch hex screws to secure. Figure 105 Figure 108 Page 54 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 55 (2) screws 23. Installation is complete. removed in step 5. 17. Install the two accent glass panels onto the framework over the lights. Figure 110 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 55...
  • Page 56: Logs And Rocks Kit Installation

    Page 56 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 57 Note: If the fireplace includes the variable halogen lighting glass panels, please remove the glass panels prior to installing the logs and rock screws and spacers. Replace the glass panels after the spacers are installed. Rock J Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 57...
  • Page 58 Logs Identification DESCRIPTION & TOP VIEW FRONT VIEW PART NUMBER Log L Log M Log N Log O Log P Log Q Page 58 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 59 Place Rock F between Burner Pins 6 and 7. Do not place the rock over the burner screen. See image below for proper placement. Place Rock G onto burner Pin 8. Place Rock H between Burner Pins 7 and 8. See image below for placement. TOP VIEW FRONT VIEW Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 59...
  • Page 60 Place Rock I over the right side of Rock H. See image below for proper placement. TOP VIEW FRONT VIEW Place Rock B onto pin on rock J and rear of burner cover. See image below for proper placement. TOP VIEW FRONT VIEW Page 60 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 61 10. Place log M onto the pin on log L. Angle it across the burner screen and towards the front of the burner pan. See image below for proper placement. TOP VIEW FRONT VIEW Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 61...
  • Page 62 11. Place log N on burner pin 7 on rock H. TOP VIEW FRONT VIEW 12. Place log O on burner pin 5 on rock E. TOP VIEW FRONT VIEW Page 62 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 63 13. Place log P on pin on Log O and angle down to front of burner pan. See image below for proper placement. TOP VIEW FRONT VIEW 14. Place log Q on burner Pin 6 on rock F.. TOP VIEW FRONT VIEW Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 63...
  • Page 64 (a) Pivot log left or right to move away from flame. (b) Thin out crushed glass directly under the cross log. This can reduce the height of the flame directly under the log. Page 64 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 65: Glass Placement

    AREA AROUND THE PILOT, PILOT SENSOR, OR IGNITOR PROBE ACCENT LIGHT COVER DO NOT COVER WITH CRUSHED GLASS MEDIA ACCENT LIGHT GLASS PANELS (DVLL60) ACCENT LIGHT COVER (DVLL48) CRUSHED GLASS MEDIA ALLOWED Figure 112 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 65...
  • Page 66: Control System Troubleshooting

    Clean burner ports Blocked orifice Check orifice opening Burner does not light but pilot Check valve/control module remains on Loose wire connections connections Faulty pilot Replace pilot Faulty valve Replace valve Page 66 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 67 Whistle noise from fireplace Open control knob to full position position Straighten flex line where pinched Spiral gas flex line pinched or too or replace gas feed line with larger small diameter line diameter Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 67...
  • Page 68: Parts View

    PARTS VIEW WARNING Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this fireplace may result in property damage or personal injury. Page 68 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 69: Parts List

    Battery Holder Box 49176 Control Module, Proflame II 10 ft. Extension Wire Harness 60400 49703 Pilot - Propane / Natural (Control module to wall box) PL71050 Pilot Bracket NS - Not Shown Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 69...
  • Page 70: Component Wiring Diagram

    Installation and service must be three-prong receptacle. Do not performed by a qualified installer, cut or remove the grounding service agency or the gas supplier. prong from this plug. Verify proper operation after servicing. Page 70 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 71: Lighting Instructions

    TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Turn off all electric power to the appliance Locate On/Off gas shut-off and turn if service is to be performed (if applicable). clockwise to OFF. Do not force. Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 71...
  • Page 72: Maintenance And Service

    It is recommended that two people remove the glass door. TABS LIFT UP TO RELEASE FROM TABS Figure 114 GLASS DOOR ASSEMBLY PIVOT OUT FIREPLACE FACE Figure 113 Figure 115 Page 72 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 73 Replace the gas valve by removing the two 5/16in hex-head screws on top of the gas control bracket. The gas valve and bracket can be lifted up to gain access to the flex line connections. Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 73...
  • Page 74 Please ensure that shutdown and again before the next use. your room is well ventilated - open a window. Page 74 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 75 Also initial paint curing may deposit bottom is about 8 inches from the fireplace a slight film on the glass. Use a non-abrasive face. household cleaner and warm water (we recommend gas fireplace glass cleaner). Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 75...
  • Page 76 - Vacuum and clean any foreign debris in warn them to stay away from the fireplace. the firebox that is not supposed to be there. Page 76 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 77 - Check the barrier screen for fit and struc- and to replace any part of the control system tural integrity. and any gas control which has been under water. Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 77...
  • Page 78 - Check all accessible gas-carrying tubes, connections, pipes and other compo- nents for leaks. • In addition, clean and inspect the fireplace following any remodeling work in your home. Page 78 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 79 FIREPLACE SERVICE HISTORY Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service Performed/Notes Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 79...
  • Page 80: Warranty

    • SBI will make replacement parts available at the factory. Shipping expenses are not covered. Your Rights Under State Law This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. Page 80 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 81 NOTES : Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48 Page 81...
  • Page 82 NOTES : Page 82 Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual - L48...
  • Page 84 This document is available for free download on the manufacturer’s website. It is a copyrighted document. Stove Builder International inc. Resale is strictly prohibited. The manufacturer may update 250, De Copenhague street, this document from time to time and cannot be responsible St-Augustin-de-Desmaures (Québec), Canada for problems, injuries, or damages arising out of the use G3A 2H3...

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