Valor Retrofire RF24KBN Installation & Owner's Manual

Gravity vent gas insert fireplace

Advertisement

Quick Links

INSTALLATION & OWNER'S MANUAL
Gravity Vent Gas Insert Fireplace
RF24KBN (natural gas) / RF24KBP (propane gas)
DANGER
!
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.
!
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.
▪ 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.
4007449-06
© 2021 Miles Industries Ltd. All rights reserved.
Retrofi re
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
Please read this manual
BEFORE
operating this appliance.
INSTALLER
Leave this manual
with the appliance.
CONSUMER
Retain this manual
for future reference.
This appliance may be installed
in an after-market permanently
located, manufactured (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
certifi ed kit is used.
This appliance is a domestic
room-heating appliance. It
must not be used for any
other purposes such as drying
clothes, etc.
This appliance is suitable for
installation in a bedroom or bed
sitting room.
Ce guide est disponible en français sur demande.
US Patent no. 8,166,965
installing and

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Summary of Contents for Valor Retrofire RF24KBN

  • Page 1 INSTALLATION & OWNER’S MANUAL Retrofi re Gravity Vent Gas Insert Fireplace US Patent no. 8,166,965 RF24KBN (natural gas) / RF24KBP (propane gas) DANGER Please read this manual BEFORE installing and operating this appliance. HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE BURNS. INSTALLER DO NOT TOUCH GLASS Leave this manual UNTIL COOLED.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Designed and Manufactured by / for Miles Industries Ltd. 190 – 2255 Dollarton Highway, North Vancouver, B.C., CANADA V7H 3B1 Tel. 604-984-3496 Fax 604-984-0246 www.valorfi replaces.com...
  • Page 3: Safety And Your Fireplace

    Safety and Your Fireplace SAFETY AND YOUR FIREPLACE Read and understand all instructions carefully before Do not use this heater as a temporary source of starting the installation. Failure to follow these instal- heat during construction. lation instructions may result in possible fi re hazard and Due to the high temperature, the appliance should be will void the warranty.
  • Page 4 Safety and Your Fireplace Read and carefully follow all safety warnings and operating instructions contained in your owner’s manual Replacement manuals are available by contacting the Valor Service Department at 1-800-468-2567 or visit www.valorfi replaces.com. FOLLOW THESE IMPORTANT CHILD SAFETY...
  • Page 5 SAFETY AND YOUR FIREPLACE This manual and particularly the preceeding and following pages contain very important information regarding before operating your the safe operation of your fi replace as well as maintenance instructions. Read carefully fi replace and pay special attention to the safety warnings. A heating gas appliance does require safe handling.
  • Page 6: Introduction

    Each Valor fi replace curing compounds used in the manufacture of the is fully tested during the production process for your appliance.
  • Page 7: Operating Your Fireplace

    OWNER’S Operating Your Fireplace INFORMATION Fireplace Control In the unlikely event that you cannot turn off your fi replace with the remote control handset, wait 6 hours Your fi replace can be controlled by the Thermostatic and the fi replace will automatically go to pilot. You can Remote Control which can be programmed to function then access the controls inside your fi...
  • Page 8: Lighting Instructions Plate

    OWNER’S Operating Your Fireplace INFORMATION Lighting Instructions Plate The Lighting Instructions are located on a card attached to your fi replace. See Locating Fireplace & Lighting Information Card on page 6. FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING : If you do not follow these instructions exactly causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
  • Page 9: Using The Remote Control

    OWNER’S Using the Remote Control INFORMATION 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). Beeping continues until pilot is lit.
  • Page 10 OWNER’S Using the Remote Control INFORMATION Setting ºC/24-hr or ºF/12-hr clock Manual Mode M A N In MAN mode, press and hold Manual ame height adjustment. buttons until temperature / clock display changes from Daytime Temperature Mode TEMP When pilot is lit, room temperature °F / 12-hour °C / 24-hour is measured and compared to set...
  • Page 11 OWNER’S Remote Control Operation INFORMATION Setting high / low Temperatures Setting Program Timers Setting “DAYTIME” high temperature. You can program two periods of time between 12 am and 11:50 pm in each 24-hour cycle. Default Settings: 23 °C/74 °F TEMP Programs P1 and P2 must be set in the following order Press SET to scroll to TEMP...
  • Page 12 OWNER’S Remote Control Operation INFORMATION 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 13: Kits & Accessories

    OWNER’S Kits & Accessories INFORMATION Required Accessories Optional Accessories Information accurate at the time of printing and subject Information accurate at the time of printing and subject to change without notice. to change without notice. 4006519 Barrier Screen Decorative Cast Iron Frets Fuel Beds (choose one) RA24FK Fret Kit, required for all frets...
  • Page 14: Servicing & Maintenance

    OWNER’S Servicing & Maintenance INFORMATION Servicing Your Fireplace We recommend having your fi replace serviced every year. Contact your supplier quoting the model number. It will be helpful if the appliance’s serial number can also be quoted. These numbers are on the information card.
  • Page 15: Cleaning Your Fireplace

    QUALIFIED Servicing & Maintenance INSTALLER Cleaning Your Fireplace Clean the window panes following the guidelines in this section. WARNING Clean the steel trim with mild soap and warm water. DO NOT TOUCH THE GLASS WHILE IT IS HOT! Any alcohol/solvent base cleaner will weaken the coat- Let the fi...
  • Page 16 QUALIFIED Servicing & Maintenance INSTALLER 3. Glass window: Rotate the four fastening studs at Reinstall the barrier screen and window frame. the bottom corners and sides 90 degrees to release WARNING them. Unhook the glass window. F O R S A F E T Y P U R P O S E , ensure the barrier screen is re-installed on the fi...
  • Page 17: Checking Pilot And Burner Flames

    QUALIFIED Servicing & Maintenance INSTALLER Checking Pilot and Burner Flames The appliance area must always be kept clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other A periodic check of the pilot and burner fl ames should fl ammable vapors and liquids. Inspect the vent terminal be made.
  • Page 18: Replacing Batteries

    QUALIFIED Servicing & Maintenance INSTALLER Replacing Batteries 2. The battery holder is located to the right of the valve (position may vary depending on installed options). WARNING Grab the battery holder and pull it out from its location. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHANGE THE BATTER- IES WHILE THE FIREPLACE IS STILL HOT! Let the fi...
  • Page 19: Specifi Cations

    QUALIFIED Specifi cations INSTALLER Approval & Codes Supply Gas This appliance is certifi ed to ANSI Z21.88 / CSA 2.33 Heater RF24KBN is used with natural gas. American National Standard / CSA Standard for Heater RF24KBP is used with propane gas. Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters for use in Canada and The supply pressure must be between the limits shown USA, and to CGA 2.17-91 High Altitude Standard in...
  • Page 20: Dimensions

    QUALIFIED Dimensions INSTALLER Dimensions— for Solid-Fuel Burning Fireplace Insert Only See separate framing Dimensions for Zero Clearance applications with the Zero Clearance Kit RA24ZC. 26-1/2” 24-1/2” 24-3/8” 17” 8” 7-5/8” Stand-offs RA24TB Fret (Black) 1225VFB Ventana Fret (Black) 3” dia. Collar 27”...
  • Page 21: Vent Confi Gurations

    QUALIFIED Clearances INSTALLER Mantel / Hearth Clearances Combustible Mantel and Hearth Clearances for insert NOTE: The glass front and hearth are very hot. Existing applications must conform to those required for the wire mesh screens or free standing hearth mounted original solid-fuel burning fi...
  • Page 22: Existing Fireplace Preparation

    QUALIFIED Existing Fireplace Preparation INSTALLER Gas Line Routing A few points must be considered before inserting the RF24 into an existing fi replace cavity. Generally, Plan the routing of the gas line before proceeding. modifi cations to the existing fi replace that will compro- Utilize the existing hole for the gas line.
  • Page 23: Installation

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Connect Gas Supply • When testing for leaks: • Make sure that the appliance is turned off . • It’s preferable to rough-in the gas line at this point • Open the manual shut-off valve. before proceeding with the fi rebox installation. •...
  • Page 24: Rough-In Vent Liner

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Rough-in Vent Liner Prepare Appliance Rough-in the 3” diameter vent liner into existing The size of the existing fi replace cavity will aff ect the chimney system being careful not to tear or damage method of installation. Smaller fi replaces, particularly the liner in the process.
  • Page 25: Connect Vent Liner To Appliance

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Connect Vent LIner to Appliance Re-install Support Legs (if removed) The vent plate will ultimately locate approximately 19” With the fi rebox recessed behind the smoke curtain above the base of the fi replace once inserted. of the existing fi replace, raise the fi rebox and place the individual support legs under the fi...
  • Page 26: Level Appliance In Hearth

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Level Appliance in Hearth Note: The upper baffl e may be removed to gain more room for the screwdriver to install the rear screws. The backside of each support leg has a leveling bolt. If necessary, adjust the level of the fi rebox in the hearth. Remove top baffl...
  • Page 27: Install Top Convection Baffl E And Extension

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Top Convection Baffl e and Extension 3. Slide the extension, channels downward, over the edge of the convection baffl e. Keep the extension Position the fi rebox as far back as possible within the baffl e as far forward as possible, angled down if existing fi...
  • Page 28: Install Traditional Log Set Mf28Lsk

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Traditional Log Set MF28LSK 3. Place the top left log on the pin of the rear log. The bottom of the log rests on the left side end of the Material required front left log just installed. •...
  • Page 29 QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER 4. Place the front right log on the burner and slide it to 6. Place the lower end of the center right log onto the the left against the front left log. pin on the front right log. Rest the narrow end in the notch into the rear log.
  • Page 30: Install Driftwood Set Mf28Dwk

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Driftwood Set MF28DWK 2. Identify the rear log and place it on top of the base log locating it into the notches on top of the log. Pull Material required the log forward so it is locked in position. •...
  • Page 31 QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER 4. Identify the left side cross log which has one pin at one end. Insert the pin in the hole at the front left of the platform and rests the top part of the log into the notch of the rear log as indicated.
  • Page 32: Refi T Window

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Refi t Window 1. Hook the glass window to the fi rebox then fasten the four studs pushing and turning them 90 degrees. Verify that each stud is properly hooked by feeling with your fi ngers and ensuring the pin of the bolt is hooked to the fi...
  • Page 33: Install Battery Holder

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Battery Holder 5. Place the receiver and battery holder as shown under the fi rebox, to the right of the control valve The batteries that power the receiver need to be (placement may vary with installed options). installed and placed prior to synchronization and use.
  • Page 34: Check Operation

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Check Operation Depending of fuel bed used, altitude and other considerations, the fl ame picture may be improved by Turn the fi replace fl ame up and down using the adjusting the aeration. The need for adjustment should remote control to confi...
  • Page 35: Install Barrier Screen To Window Cover

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Barrier Screen to Window Cover Install Top Vent Shield (if necessary) A barrier screen is supplied with this appliance to install The top vent shield is designed to install on top of the on the Retrofi re window cover. The barrier screen fi...
  • Page 36: Install Bottom Cover Or Cast Iron Fret

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Bottom Cover or Cast Iron Fret Fret Installation Fret Brackets Installation RA24FK Bottom Cover Installation 1. Screw 2 thumbscrews into each retainer tab. Slide the top fl ange of the bottom cover into slots 2. Fit the retainer tabs to each leg (1 screw per side). located at the bottom corners of the window frame.
  • Page 37: Install Handset Wall Holder

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Handset Wall Holder The remote ontrol 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 38: Wiring Diagram

    QUALIFIED Wiring Diagram INSTALLER MAN Knob Main Valve Knob Combination Control Valve Interruptor Block Thermocouple Vent Safety Switch yellow Antenna Receiver Battery Holder RESET Button...
  • Page 39: Warranty-Indoor Installations

    Installation and maintenance must be performed by 5. No Other Warranty an authorized and trained dealer in accordance with All obligations to repair this unit are de ned in this warranty.
  • Page 40: Warranty-Outdoor Installations

    The Company does not allow anyone to extend, b) Installation and maintenance must be performed alter or modify this warranty and assumes no...
  • Page 41: Spare Parts

    OWNER’S Spare Parts INFORMATION Description Part No. Description Part No. Firebox Assembly 4006517AH Electrode Retaining Nut 4001855 Vent Plate Assembly 4001010 Thermocouple 4000061 Vent Shield 4006428AZ Pilot Shield 4000144 Vent Switch Assy 4007429 Pilot Mount 4000138 Vent Switch Bracket 4001008 Pipe—Valve to Main Burner (incl.
  • Page 42 OWNER’S Spare Parts INFORMATION Description Part No. Driftwood Kit MF28DWK Rear Log 4005384 Base Log 4005383 RH Cross Log 4005381 Front Log 4005382 LH Cross Log 4005380 Small Beige Beach Pebble (3) 4003087 Small Grey Beach Pebble 4003086 Brown Beach Pebble 4003082 Grey Beach Pebble 4003083...
  • Page 43 OWNER’S Spare Parts INFORMATION Spare Parts MF28LSK RA24FK Natural gas Propane gas MF28DWK...
  • Page 45 Thank You ... For purchasing a Valor by Miles Industries. Your new radiant gas heater is a technical appliance that must be installed by a qualifi ed installer. Please fi ll in the information below. The information provided will be used for customer records only.
  • Page 46 Tape Shut Fold here Postage needed Valor Fireplaces 190 - 2255 Dollarton Highway North Vancouver, BC V7H 3B1 Canada Online Warranty registration at www.valorfi replaces.com Thank you for choosing a Valor Product...

This manual is also suitable for:

Retrofire rf24kbp

Table of Contents