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Valor 1500KN Installation 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 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.
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DANGER
4008054-06
©2021, Miles Industries Ltd.
Direct Vent Zero Clearance
Gas Fireplace
natural gas
1500KN
propane gas 1500KP
Hot glass
will cause burns.
Do not touch glass
until cooled.
Never allow children
to touch glass.
Installer: Place model/serial number here.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do
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not use any phone in your building.
Leave the building immediately.
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Immediately call your gas supplier from
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a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas
supplier's instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
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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 Zero Clearance Gas Fireplace natural gas 1500KN propane gas 1500KP Installer: Place model/serial number here. 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 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 HeatShift™ System—if used ........34 Remove Convection Baffle ........34 Specifi cations ............. 6 Install HeatShift Take-Off Collars to Appliance ..

  • 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 Glass windows Intended use • This appliance is designed and approved as a supple-  WARNING mental heater and provides the potential for most energy conservation when used while attended. The Do not operate this appliance with the use of an alternate primary heat source is advisable. 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 1500KN uses American National Standard / CSA Standard for Vented natural gas. Gas Fireplace Heaters for use in Canada and USA, and Heater engine 1500KP uses to CGA 2.17-91 High Altitude Standard in Canada.

  • Page 7: Kits & Accessories

    Kits & Accessories Required Kits Information accurate at the time of printing and subject to change without notice. Fuel Beds (choose one) 1505DWKV2 Driftwood Kit 1500DGM Decorative Glass Murano Kit 1514RSS Rock & Shale Kit 1505SWKV2 Split Wood Kit 1505BLKV2 Birch Logs Kit Liners Panels (choose one) 1515FBL...

  • Page 8: Dimensions & Location

    Dimensions & Location Dimensions 46” [1168 mm] 42” [1067 mm] Center LDK HeatShift Duct Kit Line outlets (remove plates) 8-5/8” [219 mm] Heat shield required for rear vent outlet Top View applications 18-1/2” [469 mm] 15-1/16” 6-5/8” dia. [383 Venting Zero Clearance convertible from top to...

  • Page 9: Installation Planning

    Installation Planning Before Installing  Caution Only qualified, license, or trained personnel should install this appliance. 1. YOU NEED TO KNOW FROM THE HOMEOWNER: • Will optional HeatShift System be used; • Height of appliance and shelf, if used; • Thickness and type of wall fi nish around appliance;...

  • Page 10: Overview

    Installation Planning Overview Note: This appliance may be installed in outdoor, weather protected environments as defi ned in the GV60CKO Outdoor Conversion Kit instruction manual. Remote Handset Wall Holder Mantel—See Mantel & Hearth Clearances Framing—See Framing Requirements S urrou Plate with Bar r rier Screen (required) 1/2 inch thick non-combustible cement board –NOT supplied...

  • Page 11: Mantel Clearances

    Installation Planning Mantel Clearances Combustible Mantel—Left Side View Ceiling NOTE Use for the optional HeatShift System affects mantel and hearth clearances. See HeatShift section in Appendix D of this manual. Mantel Projection (from Face of Cement Board) 0 2” 4” 6” 8” 10”12”  WARNING HeatShift System MUST be installed on this appliance when using...
  • Page 12 Installation Planning Mantel Clearances Combustible Sidewall / Mantel Leg—Top View FIREPLACE Face of Finished Wall Fireplace Opening 39-11/16” Wall Min. 4” to wall or combustible mantel leg...

  • Page 13: Framing

    Installation Planning Framing Framing Dimensions NOTE WARNING Use fo the optional HeatShift HeatShift System MUST be installed System affects mantel and hearth on this appliance when using clearances. See HeatShift section in 1530CIK—Clean Installation Kit! Appendix D of this manual. NOTE: Height of cavity may be affected by vent configuration page 15.
  • Page 14 Installation Planning Framing Framing with Partial Shelf—Top Outlet 15-1/16” (383 mm) Approx. 10-3/4” (274 mm) from back surface of wall finish to front surface of appliance case w/no vent offset 1/2” thick Min. 1” non-combustible (25.4 mm) Cement Board clearance to combustibles around vertical...
  • Page 15 Installation Planning Framing Framing with Partial Shelf—Top Outlet, vent elbow in cavity 15-1/16” (383 mm) Approx. 10-3/4” (274 mm) from back surface of wall finish to front surface of appliance Note - Vent case w/no elbow in cavity vent offset requires 9”...
  • Page 16 Installation Planning Framing Framing with Full Shelf—Rear Outlet 20” (508 mm) from the font surface of the wall finish to the front surface of appliance case Heat shield 1/2” thick non-combustible Cement board For venting clearances, see Venting Chart section Fireplace opening FULL SHELF, rear outlet...

  • Page 17: Wall Finish

    Installation Planning Wall Finish Material Specifi cations Non-Combustible Cement Board The L1 Linear fi replace requires a 1/2” (13 mm) thick Non-Combustible non-combustible cement board to be used as a wall Material which will not ignite and burn. Such materials surface immediately surrounding the unit’s opening—...
  • Page 18 Installation Planning Wall Finish Non-Combustible Finishing Over Cement 4 ” Board Wider trim (1550) s s i can adjust up to 1” ( i n Additional non-combustible material such as tile, etc., b l e forward of surface of s c r may be applied over top of the cement board or you cement board i g n...

  • Page 19: Avoiding Cracking Wall Finishes

    Installation Planning Wall Finish Avoiding Cracking Wall Finishes • Always pre-drill screw holes through cement board and use screws with self-milling head. We recommend installing the optional LDK HeatShift • Always use mesh tape over joints. Duct Kit to reduce the wall temperatures and minimize the possibility of cracking wall fi...

  • Page 20: Venting

    Venting Overview Top or Rear Outlet Framing Vent in Combustible Walls & Ceilings This unit is supplied with a top vent outlet which can When penetrating through combustible walls and be fi eld-converted to a rear vent outlet. See Appliance ceilings, frame a minimum of 10 in x 10 in opening and Preparation section for more information.

  • Page 21: Co-Axial

    Venting Co-Axial Typical Co-axial Venting Components HORIZONTAL TERMINATION VERTICAL 2-PIECE TERMINATION WALL THIMBLE STORM COLLAR PIPE LENGTH FLASHING ATTIC INSULATION SHIELD HORIZONTAL Rear Outlet TERMINATION ATTIC FIRESTOP CEILING FIRESTOP 2-PIECE WALL THIMBLE PIPE PIPE 90˚ ELBOW LENGTH LENGTH PIPE LENGTH PIPE LENGTH Top Outlet...

  • Page 22: Venting Chart

    Venting Co-Axial How to Read the Venting Chart 5. Each 90 degrees elbow installed on the horizontal plane is equivalent to a 3 feet horizontal pipe; The chart below applies to co-axial roof or wall therefore, 3 feet must be subtracted from allowable termination.

  • Page 23: Restrictor Settings

    Venting Co-Axial Restrictor Settings The restrictor is located in the roof of the fi rebox hidden above the top liner panel. Adjust the restrictor before installation of the top liner panel. Should subsequent adjustment be required, you will need to remove the top liner panel—see page 43.

  • Page 24: Horizontal Vent Termination

    Venting Co-Axial Horizontal Vent Termination Horizontal Vent Termination Location air ow or a safety hazard. Local codes or regulations may require greater clearances. • The vent terminal must be located on an outside wall or through the roof. • The vent terminal must not be recessed into a wall or siding.

  • Page 25: Vertical Vent Termination

    Venting Co-Axial Vertical Vent Termination Minimum Overhang should not Roof Pitch "H" (feet) extend beyond vent if within 48” of Horizontal Flat to 7/12 termination cap overhang Over 7/12 to 1.5' 8/12 Termination Over 8/12 to 2’ Min. 24” 9/12 (unvented soffit) Over 9/12 to Min.

  • Page 26: Co-Linear Conversion

    The appliance must not be connected to a chimney fl ue termination serving a separate solid-fuel burning appliance. Requires the Valor Co-Axial to Co-Linear appliance Co-linear adapter Adapter 1156CLA, two lengths of 2-ply 3” dia. fl exible chimney liner approved for venting gas appliances, a 3”...

  • Page 27: Installation Partially Into Fireplace Cavity

    fl ue serving a separate solid- 3” min. fuel burning appliance. bend radius Requires the Valor Co-Axial to Co-Linear appliance Framed Adapter 1156CLA, 46DVA-GCL or equivalent, two wall lengths of 2-ply 3” diameter fl exible chimney liner approved for venting gas appliances, a co-linear termination kit, and fl...

  • Page 28: Installation Into Existing Adjacent Chimney

    Venting Co-Linear Conversion Installation Into Existing Adjacent Chimney Rules for Co-Linear Venting • Maximum 40 feet vertical pipe Note: Co-linear portion of vent system may only be • Minimum 10 feet vertical installed within a solid-fuel burning fi replace and chimney.

  • Page 29: Example Of Co-Linear Conversion Accessories

    Venting Co-Linear Conversion Example of Co-linear Conversion Accessories Examples of Co-axial to Co-linear Appliance Adapters 46DVA-GCL 46DVA-CLAA Examples of Co-linear Terminal Configurations 10” 10” 7-5/8” dia. collar 3” Inlet & Exhaust Collars Co-Linear Terminal (typical) Flashing Kit Co-linear Termination Kits Alternate Co-linear to Co-axial Conversion at Terminal Co-Linear to Co- Axial Adapter...

  • Page 30: Installation

    Installation Appliance Preparation Unpack Appliance Beware of sharp edges! Wear gloves! 1. Remove the cardboard wrapping and the wood pal- let from the appliance and discard. 2. Unpack any loose items from around the appliance. 3. Remove the window and set aside in a safe place to avoid damage—see page 39.

  • Page 31: Convert From Top To Rear Outlet (If Required)

    Installation Appliance Preparation Convert from Top to Rear Outlet (if required) This unit is supplied with a top vent outlet which can be fi eld-converted to a rear vent outlet. Please note that the rear outlet requires the instal- lation of the heat shield on top of the heater case as indicated.

  • Page 32: Fit Appliance Into Framing

    Installation Appliance Preparation Fit Appliance into Framing 1. Remove the 4 screws retaining the engine to its pal- let. 2. Taking great care not to cut your hands on the sheet metal edges, lift the appliance out of its packing base and place it in the framing.

  • Page 33: Remove Window

    Installation Appliance Preparation Remove Window The window is held in place by a spring-loaded lever on each side. 1. To remove the window, locate the levers on each Window frame side of the window towards the top. Using your fi n- ger, pull the lever towards you and unhook it from the window frame bracket.

  • Page 34: Heatshift™ System-If Used

    Installation HeatShift™ System—if used ONLY If You Are Installing HeatShift! Install HeatShift Take-Off Collars to Appliance Perform the following steps and see “Appendix D— 1. Remove the four cover plates on top of the appli- HeatShift System” on page 73 for more details ance case (6 screws each).

  • Page 35: Electrical Wiring

    Installation Electrical Wiring Install Electrical Wiring (if required) Installation 1. Locate the electrical housing. It is behind the front This section provides information to install the elec- panel of the fi replace in the bottom right corner. tric pre-wiring required for use with the optional 1595CFKV2 Circulating Fan Kit and/or the GV60WIFI WiFi Kit.
  • Page 36 Installation Electrical Wiring 4. Thread the cable through the stud and the strain 7. Leave your desired cable slack in the electrical box, refl ief in the fi replace case. Do not tighten the and tighten the strain relief cable clamp outside of clamp yet.

  • Page 37: Gas Supply

    Installation Gas Supply Set-up Gas Supply Pressure test the supply line for leaks. The appliance and its individual shut-off valve must be The gas supply inlet disconnected from the gas supply piping system during connection is a 3/8” NPT male any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in connector located on the left excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
  • Page 38 Installation Gas Supply Pressure Test Points Valve Inlet Pressure The minimum supply pressure is given in the section Manifold pressure “Specifi cations” on page 6. adjustment screw All piping and connections must be tested for leaks located behind plastic mushroom after installation or servicing.

  • Page 39: Liners

    Installation Liners The liners install in the manner outlined below with the 5. Place the right panel against the right wall. exception of the 1525RGL—Refl ective Glass Liners: see instructions supplied with the liners. Unpack the liner panels carefully. 1. Inside the fi rebox, on the top of each side, release the screw of the side panel anchors just enough to allow them to rotate (one per side).

  • Page 40: Fuel Beds

    Installation Fuel Beds Birch Log Kit 1505BLKV2 Installation Carefully unpack the kit. Note each log has its own Material Required number stamped on the bottom. Some logs have pegs • Steel platform (supplied with fi replace) to help you place them on other logs or the platform. •...
  • Page 41 Installation Fuel Beds 4. Place log L12 onto the corner of the burner as 7. Place log L1 from the front groove on the top of L31 shown. It should not touch the pilot light. and onto the front of the media platform. Groove 8.
  • Page 42  WARNING Approved for use only with the ceramic embers Choking Hazard! Ensure that the fireplace provided with your Valor fireplace. The use of any area is clear of embers as these could be other products may void your fireplace warranty.

  • Page 43: Driftwood Kit 1505Dwkv2

    Installation Fuel Beds Driftwood Kit 1505DWKV2 Installation Carefully unpack the kit. Note each log has its own Material required number stamped on the bottom. Some logs have pegs • Black steel platform (supplied with appliance) to help you place them on other logs or the platform. •...
  • Page 44 Installation Fuel Beds 3. Place log L34 with the pin in the hole as shown. The 6. Place log L16 from the front side of the platform left end of the log should rest gently on the pilot onto the natural curve in log L18 as shown. shield.
  • Page 45  WARNING Approved for use only with the vermiculite Choking Hazard! Ensure that the fireplace provided with your Valor fireplace. The use of any area is clear of vermiculite pieces as other products may void your fireplace warranty. these could be ingested by small children.

  • Page 46: Decorative Glass Murano 1500Dgm

    Pilot shield above the platform. IMPORTANT: Approved for use only with the fi reglass provided with your Valor fi replace or the tempered crushed fi reglass brands American Fireglass™ or fi regear. The use of any other fi reglass products may Installed platform void your fi...

  • Page 47: Rocks & Shale Set 1514Rss

    Installation Fuel Beds Rocks & Shale Set 1514RSS 3. Place the rocks around the burner, on the media platform. Material required • Black steel platform (supplied with appliance) • Rock & Shale Set, which contains: • 5 twigs • 29 rocks (assorted colors) •...
  • Page 48 9. Place (do not pour) the shale directly onto the directly on the burner. burner. IMPORTANT: Use only the ceramic rocks, twigs and shale provided with your Valor fi replace The use of any other types of rocks, twigs or shale may void your fi replace warranty.  WARNING...

  • Page 49: Split Wood Kit 1505Swkv2

    Installation Fuel Beds Split Wood Kit 1505SWKV2 Installation 1. Carefully unpack the kit. Note each log has its own Material required number stamped on the bottom. Some logs have • Black steel platform (supplied with appliance) pegs to help you place them on other logs or the •...
  • Page 50 Installation Fuel Beds 6. Place log L20 as shown, on top of the pilot shield. 10. Place log L24 into the notch on top of L23. 11. Place log L28 as shown. There is a cutout that fi ts over the right rear corner of the burner - the log should be placed against the burner and then slid 7.
  • Page 51  WARNING Approved for use only with the ceramic embers Choking Hazard! Ensure that the fireplace provided with your Valor fireplace. The use of any area is clear of embers as these could be other products may void your fireplace warranty.

  • Page 52: Window Re-Installation & Checking

    Damage caused by incorrect window 3. While you hold it, pull and hook the side levers back installation is not covered by the Valor to the window brackets on each side. Warranty. 6. If the Hot Glass Warning plate has been removed...

  • Page 53: Wall Switch

    Installation Wall Switch Install Remote Battery and Wall Switch Kit 4. Run harness assembly to mounted position of junc- tion box, securing harness to framing using insu- (required) lated staples (not included) The Remote Battery and Wall Switch Kit is provided 5.
  • Page 54 Installation Wall Switch 8. Mount switch plate to junction box with 2 long 11. Feed cable tie through the 2 side slots of battery screws provided. Note: switch position left or right cover assembly. to suit homeowner wishes. 12. Position battery holder to rear face and secure to- gether with cable tie.

  • Page 55: Remote Control Pairing

    Installation Remote Control Pairing Radio Frequency 918.0 MHz for USA and Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 56 Installation Remote Control Pairing 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 57: Checking Operation And Aeration

    Installation Checking Operation and Aeration Checking Operation Locating Aeration Control 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 the remote control operation instructions in “Appendix B—Remote Control Operation”...

  • Page 58: Trim & Barrier Screen

    Installation Trim & Barrier Screen Install Trim and Barrier Screen Install the trim chosen by the customer for their fi replace. Install as well the barrier screen which is provided with the trim. Show the customer how to remove the barrier screen to access the controls.

  • Page 59: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram GV60 Wiring Diagram AC Power MAN Knob Battery Holder Main Valve Knob RBWSK Combination Control Valve POWER black Interruptor V-module Block Connector (optional) Required for optional Thermocouple fan or wifi kits yellow WiFi Module Antenna (optional) V-module required Receiver Battery Power Battery Holder...

  • Page 60: Approved Venting Components

    Approved Venting Components Approved Direct Vent Suppliers for Valor Models 1100 , 1150 , 1400, 1500, and 1600 Venting Parts Code / availability by Manufacturer Venting Parts Description Standard Co-axial 46DVA-HC 4DT-HC TM-4HT — — 4DHC round 658DVK2 940160 Deluxe Co-axial —...
  • Page 61 5. Miles Industries Valor Co-linear adapter 1156CLA cannot be used with models 1600. Use only with models 1100, 1150, 1400, 1500 and 1700. 6. The DVA5BV DV to BV adapter can ONLY be installed on the listed models 1100/1150.

  • Page 62: Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

    Commonwealth of Massachusetts State of Massachusetts Carbon Monoxide 2. APPROVED CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS. Each carbon monoxide detector as required in accordance Detector/Vent Terminal Signage with the above provisions shall comply with NFPA 720 Requirements and be ANSI/UL 2034 listed and IAS certifi ed. For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or 3.
  • Page 63 Commonwealth of Massachusetts venting system components with the equipment, the instructions provided by the manufacturer for installation of the equipment and the venting system shall include: 1. Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting system design or the venting system components;...

  • Page 64: Appendix A-Lighting Instructions

    Appendix A—Lighting Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand, remote handset, or wall switch. Follow these B. BEFORE LIGHTING WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS • Do not try to light any appliance. •...

  • Page 65: 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 “Remote Control Initial Pairing” on page 55. Main Display Child Proof Time Signal Indicator Thermostatic Mode Battery Status Fan (if included) Countdown Timer °F or °C...
  • Page 66 Appendix B—Remote Control Operation Designated Low Fire and High Fire To deactivate functions: To go to low re, double-click . “LO” 1. Install batteries. All icons are displayed and ashing. is displayed. 2. While the icons are ashing, press the relevant func- tion button and hold for 10 seconds.
  • Page 67 Appendix B—Remote Control Operation (not available) Child Proof Light/Dimmer Operation Your handset can be set to lock out all commands to the replace, except OFF. Press is displayed. Light is on at preset level. To turn Child Proof ON: 1. Press and hold simultaneously.
  • Page 68 Appendix B—Remote Control Operation Modes of Operation Thermostatic Mode Thermostatic Mode The room temperature is measured and Press . is displayed. Preset compared to the set temperature. The temperature displays brie y, followed ame height is automatically adjusted by the room temperature. to achieve the set temperature.
  • Page 69 Appendix B—Remote Control Operation Temperature Setting: Off Time Setting (PROGRAM 1) , 1, OFF 1. Press and hold until ashes. are displayed. ALL is ON and set temperature (set in Ther- displayed brie y. Hour ashes. mostatic Mode) is displayed. 2.
  • Page 70 Appendix B—Remote Control Operation Low Battery Indication Low Battery Receiver With low battery power in the battery holder, the system shuts o the re completely. (This will not CAUTION: Do not use a screwdriver or other happen if the power is completely interrupted.) metallic object to remove the batteries from the battery holder or the handset.
  • Page 71 Appendix B—Remote Control Operation Error Codes In the event of an error condition with the handset or replace, the handset will display an error code. Failure Message on Duration of Symptom Possible Cause Code Handset Display 4 sec • No pilot ame within 30 sec •...

  • Page 72: Appendix C-Wall Switch Operation

    Appendix C—Wall Switch Operation The Wall Switch can be used to Adjusting Flame Height control your fi replace. You can Press and hold large fl ame button turn the pilot on or off and you can to gradually increase fl ame height. increase or decrease the fl...

  • Page 73: Appendix D-Heatshift System

    Appendix D—HeatShift System Planning Installation: Linear with HeatShift ™ Instructions for use with the following Valor Heater Models: 1500, 1600, 1700 and 1800 J or K Incompatible with earlier models: 1500I, 1600I, and 1700I Application The use of this kit will permit lower mantel clearances to be used—see Combustible Mantel Clearances in this...
  • Page 74 Appendix D—HeatShift System Kits There are 5 kits to choose from: • LDK1—48” Plenum • LDK3—14” Plenums (2), includes grilles • LDK4—38” Plenum • LDK7—Duct Termination Plates (2)—for wall valance discharge ONLY • LDK9—30” Plenum Kits Contents LDK1 LDK4 48” x 2” 38”...
  • Page 75 Appendix D—HeatShift System Optional accessories • LDK2—48” Finishing Frame, to use with LDK1 • LDK5—38” Finishing Frame, to use with LDK4 • LDK6— 5” dia Aluminum 2-ply Flex Kit— 2 x 10’–0” lengths, may be cut to required length • LDK10—30” Finishing Frame, to use with LDK9 Kits Contents 39-5/8”...
  • Page 76 Appendix D—HeatShift System Suggested Con gurations Not to scale Note - When using LDK7, the discharge opening must be located in the same room as the fireplace. Front wall outlet using LDK1, LDK4 or LDK9 With LDK7 Corner installations Rear wall outlet using LDK1, LDK4 or LKD9 Note: Fireplace vent may con ict with plenum.
  • Page 77 Appendix D—HeatShift System Overview (applies to LKD1, LDK3, LDK4 and LDK9 kits) Ceiling Min. 2-1/2” Flexible or rigid, clearance 5” diameter to ceiling UL-181, Class 1 Air Duct (4) (use LDK6 kit or equivalent) Min. 1” clearance to combustibles around pipe Linear 8-1/2”...
  • Page 78 Appendix D—HeatShift System Overview (applies to LDK7) NOTE Discharge opening must be located in the same room as fireplace when using LDK7. Min. 2-1/2” opening required at ceiling Ceiling Flexible or rigid, 5” diameter UL-181, Class 1 Air Duct (4) (use LDK6 kit or equivalent) Min.
  • Page 79 Appendix D—HeatShift System Max. Allowable With Plenum Vertical Rise Horizontal LDK 1, LDK 3 or LDK 4 Ceiling Offset 30” 24” Min. 2-1/2” 36” 36” clearance 8” to ceiling 42” 48” 48” 60” Min. bend 54” 72” radius 5” 60” 84”...
  • Page 80 Appendix D—HeatShift System Plenum Dimensions LDK 1 3-5/8” 11-1/2” 7-7/8” Top View 1/2” wallboard 48” LDK 1 11-1/2” mounting 1/2” bracket and standoffs 1-1/2” standoff 3” 2” 8” mounting bracket and 1/2” standoff 1/2” standoff 6” knock-out 12” LDK 1 14”...
  • Page 81 Appendix D—HeatShift System Plenum Dimensions (cont’d) 14” 1/2” wallboard LDK 3 11-1/2” mounting 1/2” bracket and standoffs 3” 1-1/2” standoff 6” 8” 1/2” standoff 5” dia. mounting 7” collars (2) bracket and 1/2” standoff Front View Right Side View LDK 9 3”...
  • Page 82 Appendix D—HeatShift System LDK7 Plates Dimensions Perimeter of plates may be trimmed to suit installation Warning Label 16” Stand-offs Stand-offs Top View (fold down for shipping) 5” dia. collars (4) 4-1/2” 7” 4-1/2” 9-3/4” 9-3/4” 19-1/2” Front View Right Side View...
  • Page 83 Appendix D—HeatShift System Rough Frame Openings LDK 1 = 49” LDK 3 = 15” LDK 4 = 39” Min. 1” below 4” Min. 1” below 8” 5” Top of plenum LDK 3 LDK 1 = 13” LDK 4 = 11” LDK 1 &...
  • Page 84 Appendix D—HeatShift System Framing and Clearances—Plenums, front view Rough Frame Opening LDK 1 = 49” LDK 4 = 39” LDK 3 = 15” See detail LDK 9 = 31” Rough Min. 1/2” Frame clearance to 2 x 4 on edge Opening combustibles at ends...
  • Page 85 Appendix D—HeatShift System Framing and Clearances—Plenums, side view LDK 1 & 4 Min. 2-1/2” clearance to ceiling 1-1/2” min. clearance to combustibles (top) Ceiling 1/2” min. 1/2” clearance to combustibles 5” rear & sides Plenum 2” min. clearance support to combustibles (wood) (use steel stud for Maintain 1”...
  • Page 86 Appendix D—HeatShift System Wall Valance Discharge Opening using LDK7—Duct Termination Plates Minimum length of opening, front Continuous ceiling and sides L1 - 1500 = 40” L2 - 1700 = 50” L3 - 1800 = 64” 2-1/2” min. See clearances to combustibles Ceiling next page to form plenum...
  • Page 87 Appendix D—HeatShift System LDK7 Clearances to Combustibles Perimeter of plates may be trimmed to 4” suit installation 4” Stand-off Stand-off 16” Non-combustible zone above plates Top View 4” 4” 4” 4” Stand-offs Combustible framing allowed below plates 5” dia. pipes - maintain 1”...
  • Page 88 Appendix D—HeatShift System LDK Duct Kit LDK 1, LDK 4 with optional 1270RBK Remote Blower Kit (not approved with outdoor installations) Universal take-off supplied with 1270RBK kit. Can mount to either end of plenum. Maximum 1 x 1270RBK kit per plenum. NOTE See HeatShift System manual in Appendix of fireplace installation manual...
  • Page 89 Appendix D—HeatShift System COMBUSTIBLE Mantel Clearances Linear appliances (when using HeatShift System ONLY) Sidewall clearances remain as stated in this installation manual. NOTE WARNING These Mantel Clearances apply ONLY RISK OF OVERHEATING when HeatShift System is installed AND FIRE! Ensure HeatShift Combustible installation is complete AND materials must...
  • Page 90 Appendix D—HeatShift System Remove Convection Ba e To be e ective the LDK Duct Kit requires that a convection ba e located above the rebox inside the appliance case be removed to allow the hot air ow to convect upwards into ducts installed on the replace. Convective Take-off airflow with...
  • Page 91 Appendix D—HeatShift System Install HeatShift collars 2. Install the collars on the holes on top of the appli- 1. Remove the four cover plates on top of the appli- ance’s case (6 screws each). ance case (6 screws each). 1500, 1700, 1800 J or K 1500, 1700, 1800 J or K 1600 J or K 1600 J or K...
  • Page 92 Appendix D—HeatShift System Install Plenum Kits (LDK1, LDK3, LDK4 & LDK9) 6. Paint the inside surfaces of the plenum using high- temperature at black spray paint for installations —see next page for LDK7 Duct Termination where the inside of the plenums may be visible. Plates Note: The anges of the white nishing frame (when 1.
  • Page 93 Appendix D—HeatShift System Install Duct Termination Plates (LKD7) Repair Parts List —see previous page for LDK1, LDK3, LDK4 & LDK9 Description Part no. Plenum kits LDK1 48” Quad Hot Air Plenum Kit 1. Frame a rough opening and platform at the desired 48”...

  • Page 94: Appendix E-Spare Parts

    Burner end location bracket 4002903 Ignition cable 500 mm 4001039 Burner module assembly 4007083 Wire harness GV60 4001187 (natural gas) Receiver (Valor 10 two way) 4005597 Burner module assembly 4007735 Handset wall holder 4004459 (propane gas) Valor 10 Handset 4007548...
  • Page 95 Appendix E—Spare Parts Part Part Description Description Number Number Rear panel Driftwood Kit 1505DWKV2 Fluted Black 4003070 Log L16 4007986 Glass (3) 4004652 Log L18 4007988 Stacked Stone Log L33 4008737 4008071 Plain Black Log L34 4008738 4008531 LH side panel Log L35 4008739 Fluted Black...
  • Page 96 Appendix E—Spare Parts 20-24 25-26...
  • Page 97 Appendix E—Spare Parts 1500DGM 1505SWKV2 1514RSS 1505BLKV2 1505DWKV2...

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