Valor AutoFire G4 Installation Manual

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Installation Manual
G4
with
Canadian Patent 2,717,779 Issued October 24 2017
US Patent 10,060,624 Issued August 28 2018
US Patent  10,935,246 Issued March 2 2021
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
4006267-09
©2021, Miles Industries Ltd.
Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Insert
Gas Fireplace
natural gas
785YN
propane gas 785YP
Hot glass
will cause burns.
Do not touch glass
until cooled.
Never allow children
to touch glass.
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.
Installation and service must be
performed by a qualifi ed installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
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 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Insert Gas Fireplace natural gas 785YN propane gas 785YP with Canadian Patent 2,717,779 Issued October 24 2017 US Patent 10,060,624 Issued August 28 2018 US Patent  10,935,246 Issued March 2 2021 Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance. Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference.
  • 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 190–2255 Dollarton Highway damage(s). 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 Installation ............16 Specifi cations ............. 6 Connect Venting ............16 Gas Supply ..............17 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...
  • Page 5 Fireplace Safety Intended use Glass window • This appliance is designed and approved as a supple- mental heater and provides the potential for most  WARNING energy conservation when used while attended. The use of an alternate primary heat source is advisable. Do not operate this appliance with the glass front removed, cracked, or broken.
  • Page 6: Specifications

    Specifications Approval & Codes Supply Gas This appliance is certifi ed to ANSI Z21.88/CSA 2.33 Heater engine 785YN is used with natural gas. American National Standard / CSA Standard for Vented Heater engine 785YP is used with 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

    Refl ective Glass Panels Other Accessories 788FBLV2 Fluted Black Panels 793RTB Riser trim black for 790, 791, 792 & 798 789VRLV2 Valor Red Brick Panels 793RTV Riser trim vintage iron for 790, 791, 792 & 798 Fronts (choose one) Barrier Screen 785RGP Refl...
  • Page 8: Dimensions

    Dimensions Fireplace Dimensions 33” (838 mm) 24” (610 mm) 3” 6’ (1.9 m) Fan power cord (76 mm) Optional fan 3” 3” 15” (76 mm) (76 mm) (381 mm) 15” Trim 4” (381 mm) (102 mm) (sold separately) 9-1/2” (241 mm) Gas line approx.
  • Page 9: Clearances

    Clearances Combustible Mantel Clearances  WARNING Some materials or items, although safe, may discolor, shrink, warp, crack, peel, and so on because of the heat produced by the fireplace. Avoid placing candles, With optional paintings, photos, and other items Fan: depth sensitive to heat around the fireplace.
  • Page 10 Clearances Clearances to Sidewall Sidewall Clearances sidewall 9” (229 mm) Minimum distance from side of appliance (liner box) to combustible wall: 9” [229 mm] (see above). Mantel legs projecting forward less than 6” [152 mm] may be located within 5” [127 mm] of the side of the appliance (liner box).
  • Page 11: Installation Planning

    Installation Planning Before Installation  Caution  Note Only qualified, license, or trained personnel The following steps must be done BEFORE the should install this appliance. appliance is placed in its final position, since the connections are done from the back of the appliance: Before Installation •...
  • Page 12: Concept

    Installation Planning Concept Caution This appliance may ONLY be installed Chimney Terminal Cap in an existing unaltered, functioning solid-fuel burning fi replace with a Flashing working fl ue and constructed of non- combustible material. DO NOT install into combustible construction. This appliance is NOT APPROVED for installation with a 2 x 3”...
  • Page 13: 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. Flashing See list of approved Venting Accessories on page 30 of this manual. The appliance must not be connected to a chimney fl...
  • Page 14: Installation Preparation

    Installation Preparation Existing Fireplace Preparation Existing Glass Doors and Wire Screens A few points must be considered before inserting Existing glass doors must be permanently removed the 785 into an existing fi replace cavity. Generally, no prior to installing the 785 insert. modifi...
  • Page 15: Remove Window

    Installation Preparation 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 16: Installation

    Installation Connect 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 17: Gas Supply

    Installation Gas Supply Connect Gas Supply Pressure test the supply line for leaks. The gas supply inlet connection is a 1/2” NPT female. The appliance and its individual shut-off valve must be Gas shut-off valve supplied on the end of stainless steel disconnected from the gas supply piping system during fl...
  • Page 18 Installation Gas Supply Pressure Test Points The minimum supply pressure is given in the section Specifi cations on page 6 of this manual. All piping and connections must be tested for leaks after installation or servicing. All leaks must be corrected immediately.
  • Page 19 Installation Gas Supply Alternate Inlet Connection Use common elbow and fi ttings (not supplied) to redirect the position of the In cases where local codes do not permit the fl ex fl ex connector. NOTE: the fl ex connector connector to be used inside the appliance case, bend radius must be no smaller than reconnect the fl...
  • Page 20: Liner Panels

    Installation Liner Panels Remove and Re-install Burner (if necessary) 2. Place the rear panel against the back of the fi rebox, on the ledge at the bottom, behind the burner. The ceramic panels can be installed without removing the burner. However, you can remove the burner for additional space if desired.
  • Page 21: Fuel Beds

    Installation Fuel Beds Install Driftwood 1101DWK 2. Place the right log on the right side of the ceramic burner inserting its two pegs in the holes of the Material required burner. The rear end of the log rests on the pilot •...
  • Page 22 Pebbles Place the pebbles on the platform as shown below. IMPORTANT: Approved for use only with the ceramic shales provided for your Valor fi replace. The use of any other products may void your fi replace warranty.  WARNING Choking Hazard! Ensure that the fireplace area is clear of shales as these could be ingested by small children.
  • Page 23: Install Decorative Glass Murano 785Xdgm

    IMPORTANT: Approved for use only with the fi reglass provided for your Valor fi replace or fi reglass brands 3. Install the glass platform American Fireglass™ or Firegear. Use of other fi reglass on top of the retainers.
  • Page 24: Install Window

    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 25: Remote Control Pairing

    Installation Remote Control Pairing Synchronize Remote Control 5. Within the subsequent 20 seconds, press the small fl ame button on the remote handset until you The receiver and the handset of the remote control hear two short beeps confi rming the synchroniza- system must be initially synchronized before the fi...
  • Page 26: Check Operation And Aeration

    Installation Check Operation and Aeration Check Operation 3. Loosen the air shutter nuts, adjust and re-tighten. Turn the fi replace fl ame up and down using the remote control to confi rm that the full range of inputs is achieved—see Appendix B - Remote Control Use pages 32–35.
  • Page 27: 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 28 Installation Accessories Install 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 29: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram 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 30: 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 31: Appendix A - Lighting Instructions Plate

    Appendix A - Lighting Instructions Plate 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 32: Appendix B - Remote Control Use

    Appendix B - Remote Control Use Radio Frequency Turn Fireplace ON 315 MHz for USA and Canada. Press buttons until you hear a short beep; release buttons. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Beeps continue until pilot is lit.
  • Page 33 Appendix B - Remote Control Use Setting ºC/24-hr or ºF/12-hr Manual Mode M A N clock Manual ame height adjustment. In MAN mode, press buttons Daytime Temperature Mode until temperature / clock display TEMP changes from When pilot is lit, room temperature °F / 12-hour °C / 24-hour is measured and compared to set...
  • Page 34 Appendix B - Remote Control Use 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 35 Appendix B - Remote Control Use 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...
  • Page 36: Appendix C - Spare Parts

    4004801 Refl ective Glass 787RGL Pilot injector #51 (natural gas) 4000735 Ceramic fl uted black 788FBLV2 Pilot injector #30 (propane gas) 4000736 Valor red brick 789VRLV2 Pilot hood 2-fl ame 4001756 Top panel Extended nut 4001855 Ledgestone V3 4007997 Electrode...
  • Page 37 Rear panel Ledgestone V3 4008000 Refl ective Glass 4004707 Rear fi ller panel 4004799 Ceramic fl uted black 4004268 Valor red brick 4004266 Left side panel Ledgestone V3 4007998 Refl ective Glass 4004708 Filler panel 4002776 Ceramic fl uted black...
  • Page 38 Appendix C - Spare Parts 1101DWK 17 18 38 39 785XDGM 30–31 26–29...

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