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G50GI / G50GID D I R E C T V E N T F I R E P L A C E - I P I OWNER’S MANUAL WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Safety Precautions 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 flammable vapours and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. - WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS •...
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Safety Precautions FOR SAFE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF YOUR “ENVIRO” HEATER, PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: • All ENVIRO gas-fired appliances must be installed in • A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the accordance with their instructions. Carefully read all the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall instructions in this manual first.
CERTIFIED TO: ANSI Z21.88 / CSA 2.33 VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATERS CSA 2.17 GAS FIRED APPLIANCES FOR HIGH ALTITUDES This ENVIRO G50 Fireplace: • Has been certified for use with either natural gas or propane (see rating label). • Is not for use with solid fuels.
Operating Instructions For Your Safety, Read Safety Precautions And Lighting Instructions Before Operating WARNING: IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT, CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OF LOSS OF LIFE. iGhtinG anD nstRuctions FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING WARNING: IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION...
Operating Instructions For Your Safety, Read Safety Precautions And Lighting Instructions Before Operating For G50GID models refer to the separate Dexen user manual supplied for remote control operations. ystem escRiption The Proflame 2 Remote Control System consists of two (2) elements: 1.
Operating Instructions WARNING: Fire Hazard. Can cause severe injury or death. The Transmitter causes ignition of the appliance. The appliance can turn on suddenly. Keep away from the appliance burner when operating the remote system. Key Lock Transmission Low battery alarm Thermostat OFF/ Room ON/SMART...
Operating Instructions peRatinG RoceDuRe Initializing The System Install the four (4) supplied AA batteries into the IFC battery holder. The remote transmitter should come from the manufacturer with the batteries already installed. Press the reset button on the IFC (see Figure 5) and listen for three (3) beeps.
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Operating Instructions Room Thermostat (Transmitter Operation) Room Temperature The remote transmitter acts as a room thermostat. The thermostat can be set to a desired temperature to control the comfort level in a room. Press the THERMOSTAT key to activate this function. The transmitter display will indicate the thermostat is ON and the set temperature can be adjusted with the UP/DOWN key.
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Operating Instructions Fan Control The Proflame 2 remote control system has six (6) fan speed levels. Adjust the fan speed using the UP/DOWN key; each time the button is pressed the IFC will beep to confirm your command. The remote display will show which level the fan speed is currently at.
Operating Instructions G50GiD iLot iGht Does not appLy to moDeLs The pilot flow adjustment is set to maximum at the factory Flame Sensor and should not need to be adjusted. The pilot flame should cover ⅜” to ½” (10 to 13mm) of the flame sensor (see Figure .375-.500...
Do not operate with the glass front removed, cracked or broken. Removal and replacement of the glass from the door must be done by a licensed or qualified service person. The glass must be purchased from an ENVIRO dealer. No substitute materials are allowed. To remove the door (see m ).
Maintenance And Service LeaninG ecoRatiVe uRFaces Painted and porcelain faces should be wiped with a damp cloth periodically. If a plated face has been purchased, it should be unpackaged carefully to avoid getting anything on the surface of the finish, including cleaners, polish and finger prints.
Maintenance And Service oVeR emoVaL To remove the door cover, remove the two (2) wing nuts using your fingers then lift up and outward. Wing nuts are only for shipping and do not need to be reinstalled. WARNING: Do not touch or attempt to remove the glass door if the fireplace is not completely cold. Figure 17.
Maintenance And Service The burner will need to be removed for maintenance and fuel conversion. Follow the procedure carefully. Proceed only when the unit has completely cooled down. eDia emoVaL 1. Remove the surround panel (see m aIntenance anD erVIce urrounD anel emoVal...
Maintenance And Service onVeRsion TO BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE AGENCY ONLY Please read and understand these instructions before installing. Warning: This conversion kit shall be installed by a qualified service agency in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and all applicable codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction.
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9. Reconnect electrical power to the unit. 10. Light the pilot and recheck for leaks in the aluminum pilot line. If a leak is evident, contact your ENVIRO dealer for a pilot line replacement. WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FIX THIS LINE, IT MUST BE REPLACED IF DAMAGED.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY ntRoDuction This section of the owner’s manual is for the use of qualified technicians only. There are several installation safety guidelines that must be adhered to; please carefully read the safety precautions at the front of this manual.
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Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY Step 1. (If Equipped) Remove cabinet holsters from either side of the unit using a T-20 screwdriver. These parts are for packaging purposes only and are no longer required. Figure 25: Cabinet Holster Removal Step 2. There are four (4) nailing flanges to secure the unit to the framing, they are assembled flat from the manufacturer.
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Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY Step 3. Install top standoffs into position using supplied T-20 screws. Figure 29: Top Standoff Install Step 4. Install heat shield support using five (5) supplied T-20 screws. DETAIL SCALE 1 : 5 Figure 30: Heat Shield Support Install Step 5.
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Line up the holes and drill fasteners into the board until the screw head is flush with facing board. CAUTION: DO NOT DRILL INTO THE BOARD ANY FURTHER OR IT MAY CRACK. This board is mandatory unless CSS is used, if it is damaged contact you ENVIRO dealer.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY Lacement anD RaminG 1” (25mm) Clearance from framing studs to venting 50” 78” (1,270mm) (1,981mm) 55” (1,397mm) NOTE: When framing the unit, care must be taken to consider the final floor thickness, the bottom of the fireplace must sit flush with the finished floor to ensure proper fit of the surround components.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY hieLDs All vent configurations require installation of the vertical vent heat shield. Remove the three (3) T-20 screws from their respective locations and use to secure the shield in position (see Figure 35). The horizontal vent heat shield is only required for minimum vertical rise vent configurations. Use three (3) supplied T-20 screws to secure it to the vertical vent heat shield (see Figure 35).
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY ONLY Combustible material may be brought up to any finishing edge if the Cool Surface System (CSS) has been correctly activated allowing heat in the chase to be vented. This system keeps the front wall cool enough for any combustible materials. The supplied non-combustible board can still be used but is not mandatory when the CSS is activated, combustible material may overlap in this situation.
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Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY Standard Install: the Non-combustible is Cool Surface System (CSS) Install: Image mandatory. Image shows single layer finishing shows the short finishing edge, combustible material using the short finishing edge. can be brought right down to the finishing edge. "...
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Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY uRFace RaminG This fireplace is manufactured with a built-in heat distribution kit, referred to as the Cool Surface System (CSS). The purpose of the CSS is to dramatically reduce the front wall temperatures above your fireplace. This is very useful when delicate objects such as a TV or artwork are mounted above the unit.
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Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY Option 2: Open Chase (built-out installations) - This could be considered the most discreet option when considering the CSS. The chase must be constructed in a way that stops short of the ceiling, leaving it totally vented above. Minimum framing dimensions must be followed when constructing this option and not to deviated from them when using combustible materials.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY Option 4: Bezel - The included bezel may be desired to accentuate the CSS outlet. This installation will also cover the edge of the finishing material at the cutout. Construct the framing in a way that provides a 55 inch (1397mm) by 3 inch (76mm) cutout to mount the bezel.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY nstaLLation These are the minimum allowable dimensions required to safely operate the fireplace. Plan your entire installation before proceeding. 5" 127mm Minimum Height to 38" Ceiling 965mm 8" [203mm] " 927mm 4" [102mm] 12" 305mm 8"...
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY ecess nstaLLation These are the minimum allowable dimensions required to safely operate the fireplace. Plan your entire installation before proceeding. The maximum allowable depth for a recess in 3 ” (90mm). " 138mm " 90mm "...
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY oRneR nstaLLation These are the minimum allowable framing dimensions required to safely operate the fireplace in a corner install. Plan your entire installation before proceeding. Figure 51. Corner Installation...
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY LooR Rotection The fireplace must be placed on a solid and level floor; plywood is recommended for basic installations. A protective hearth is not required but highly recommended for the longevity of sensitive flooring materials in front of the fireplace. If masonry is to be used, prepare the necessary foundation for the masonry load.
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Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY inimum entinG equiRements This appliance uses a 5” (127mm) exhaust / 8” (203mm) air intake vent pipe system. For safe and proper operation of the appliance follow the venting instructions exactly. Deviation from the minimum vertical length can create difficulty in burner start-up and sooting.
Use 5X8 Flex Adapter Kit [50-3789]: This kit will allow you to adapt co-axial flex to the fireplace, make your Any Enviro Approved vent run, then adapt back to rigid venting (flex not Rigid Venting included).
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY & n LeaRances ombustibLe When installing the fireplace as a zero clearance fireplace the correct clearances and materials must be used. : The supplied noncombustible board is required above the unit up to 11 3/4” MIN. boVe However this not required if the Cool Surface System has been properly installed.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY tV i nstaLLation onsiDeRations Use of the Cool Surface System is highly recommended when mounting a TV or delicate artwork above the fireplace. If the system is not desired, some considerations must be made to ensure above objects are protected from the heat.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY iRect WARNING: - Follow the venting instructions exactly for safe and proper appliance operation. - Use Mill Pac or high temp RTV silicone for all venting aconnections. - Risk of fire, explosion, or asphyxiation if improper venting setup. -Risk of fire, do not allow loose materials or insulation to contact vent pipe.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY 12 in (30 cm) 9 in (23 cm) Clearance to non-mechanical air supply inlet to building, or the combustion air inlet to any other appliance. 6 ft (1.83 m) 3 ft (91 cm) above if within 10 Clearance to mechanical air supply inlet.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY ppRoVeD entinG aRts This fireplace has been tested and certified Table 6A: Approved Vent Manufacturers for use with the venting brand names liste Manufacturer Brand Name Nominal Sizes above in table 6A. Refer to table 6B below EXCELDirect 5”...
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY LLoWabLe xiaL onFiGuRations This shows the range of venting options 40’ (12.2m) using either vertical or horizontal terminations; any layout that remains within the shaded area is acceptable. NG Vent Having the fewest number of elbows RESTRICTOR 6 RESTRICTOR 6 RESTRICTOR 6...
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Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY 40’ (12.2m) ONLY use this venting diagram if your fireplace has been converted to LP. LP Vent Restrictor Setting: Find the point on the graph where your vent configuration will terminate. RESTRICTOR 6 RESTRICTOR 6 RESTRICTOR 6 35’...
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY xhaust estRictoR ettinG WARNING: Improperly set restrictor setting can cause overheating issues which can lead to building fire. It may be necessary to adjust the exhaust restrictor in order to control combustion quality and flame appearance.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY oRizontaL eRmination . A minimum of 18” vertical rise before an elbow is required when horizontally terminating with an approved venting cap. 2. Horizontal pipes must not be level. For every 12” (305 mm) of horizontal travel there should be at least ¼”...
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY Step 4. The vent pipe must extend into the vent cap at least 1¼” (320 mm). Secure the connection between the vent cap and the pipe by attaching the two (2) sheet metal straps, which extend from the vent cap assembly to the outer wall of the vent pipe.
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Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY Table 7: Minimum ‘H’ for Figure 61. Roof Pitch Minimum Height (H) Feet Meters Dimension ‘H’ obtained from table below Flat to 7/12 Over 7/12 to 8/12 0.46 Over 8/12 to 9/12 0.61 Over 9/12 to 10/12 0.76 Over 10/12 to 11/12 3.25...
Pressure Tap pressure test. Figure 69: Fully Labeled Gas Valve. See Dexen User Manual for G50GID valve details TO TEST VALVE PRESSURES The pressure taps are located on the top right of the valve shown in Figure 69. • Turn set screw 1 turn counter clockwise to loosen, ”...
18 AWG wire with a temperature rating of 105°C. Note: For G50GID specific wiring diagram refer to the Dexen user manual supplied and label attached to the fireplace...
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY Lass eDia nstaLLation Step 1. Remove surround panel and glass door (see “m ” section). aIntenance anD erVIce Step 2. Spread the glass media provided out on the media tray. Create a thin and uniform layer over the tray bed.
Troubleshooting Note: For G50GID specific troubleshooting refer to the Dexen user manual supplied Table 10: Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution · Turn the system off by pressing the ON/OFF button on the transmitter · After approximately 2 seconds press the ON/OFF button on the transmitter again.
Parts List Note: For G50GID specific replacement parts refer to the Dexen user manual supplied Table 11: G50 Parts List Reference # Part Description Part # Convection Fan Only 50-3577 G42/G50 Glass Burner Pan 50-3785 S.I.T IPI Valve 50-2682 G50 Safety Screen...
Exclusions conditions herein set forth, this product against defects in material and workmanship An expanded list of exclusions is available at www.enviro.com/help/warranty.html during the specified warranty period starting from the date of original purchase at retail. This warranty does not cover: In the event of a defect of material or workmanship during the specified warranty period, ...
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_________________________________________ _________________________________________ NATURAL GAS (NAT) PROPANE(LPG) _________________________________________ INLET GAS PRESSURE:_________in wc PHONE:___________________________________ MAIN BURNER ORIFICE:__________# DMS PILOT ORIFICE #_________OR________in diam. INSTALLER’S SIGNATURE: _________________________________________ MANUFACTURED BY: SHERWOOD INDUSTRIES LTD. 6782 OLDFIELD RD. SAANICHTON, BC, CANADA V8M 2A3 www.enviro.com January 2020 C-15638...
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