Valor AutoFire G3 Installation Manual

Valor AutoFire G3 Installation Manual

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Installation Manual
G3
with
Canadian Patent 2,717,779 Issued October 24 2017
US Patent 10,060,624 Issued August 28 2018
US Patent   1 0,935,246 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
4008730-02
Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Insert
Gas Fireplace
natural gas
739VN
propane gas 739VP
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
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 739VN propane gas 739VP with Canadian Patent 2,717,779 Issued October 24 2017 US Patent 10,060,624 Issued August 28 2018 US Patent   1 0,935,246 Issued March 2 2021 Installer: Place model/serial number here. Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance.
  • 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 Specifi cations ............. 6 Kits and Accessories.......... 7 Dimensions and Cavity ........8 Clearances ............
  • 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 window Intended use • 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 Do not operate this appliance with the use of an alternate primary heat source is advisable. glass front removed, cracked, or broken.
  • Page 6: Specifi Cations

    Specifications Approval & Codes Supply Gas This appliance is certifi ed to ANSI Z21.88/CSA 2.33 Heater engine 739VN is used with natural gas. American National Standard / CSA Standard for Vented Heater engine 739VP 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 And Accessories

    739RGL Refl ective Glass Panels Other Accessories 739FBL Fluted Black Panels 1265WSK Wall Switch Kit 739VRL Valor Red Brick Panels RBWSK Remote Battery & Wall Switch Kit Fronts and Backing Plates (choose one) Barrier Screen 755CFK* Circulating Fan Kit Contemporary Steel Fronts...
  • Page 8: Dimensions And Cavity

    Dimensions and Cavity Fireplace Dimensions 28-5/8” [727 mm] 19-1/2” [495 mm] See table below for minimum cavity dimensions Optional Outer Trim or 9-3/4” [248 mm] Surround sold separately (11-3/4” [298 mm] with 763 plate) AutoFire slider assembly Gas inlet Gas connection Electrical inlet Left Side Front...
  • Page 9: Clearances

    Clearances Combustible Mantel and Sidewall Combustible Mantel Sidewall sidewall Do not put 9” (229 mm) furniture or objects within 36” (914 mm) of the front of appliance Minimum distance from side of appliance (liner box) to combustible wall: 9” (229 mm). Mantel Projection A [25]...
  • Page 10: Installation Planning

    Installation Planning Before Installation  Caution Only qualified, license, or trained personnel should install this appliance. Before Installation 1. YOU NEED TO KNOW FROM THE HOMEOWNER: • What trim, front, and optional accessories (if any) will be installed with this unit. 2.
  • Page 11: Concept

    Installation Planning Concept This appliance may ONLY be installed in an existing unaltered, functioning solid-fuel burning fireplace with a working flue and constructed of non-combustible material. This appliance may be installed in outdoor, weather protected environments as defined in the GV60CKO Outdoor Conversion Kit instruction manual.
  • Page 12: Venting

    Venting Concept Typical Vent Installation See “Approved Venting Components” on page Terminal Cap 34 of this manual. Vent Location The vent terminal must be located through Flashing the roof. This direct vent appliance is designed to operate when an undisturbed airfl ow hits the outside vent terminal from any direction.
  • Page 13 Venting Concept Alternate Venting with optional NOTE 720SWK-M—Co-linear sidewall kit The appliance may also be vented using the optional Depending of the length of the vertical vent run, 720SWK-M—Co-linear sidewall kit—see installation the AutoFire vent plate may need to be replaced instructions supplied with the kit.
  • Page 14: Preparation

    Preparation Existing Fireplace Existing Fireplace Preparation Gas Line Routing A few points must be considered before inserting Plan the routing of the gas line before proceeding. the 739 into an existing fi replace cavity. Generally, no Utilize the existing hole for the gas line of the factory- modifi...
  • Page 15: Installation

    Installation Window and Fan Remove Window The window is held in place by four spring-loaded bolts, two at the top and two at the bottom. 1. To remove the window, turn each bolt a quarter turn to disengage the bolt pin. 2.
  • Page 16: Venting System And Appliance

    Installation Venting System and Appliance Connect Venting IMPORTANT: This appliance’s venting system is room sealed and there- fore, 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.
  • Page 17: Gas Supply

    Installation Gas Supply Connect Gas Supply Pressure Test Points The gas supply inlet connection is a 3/8” NPT female The minimum supply pressure is given in the section connector and is located on the left hand side of the “Specifi cations” on page 6 of this manual. control valve.
  • Page 18: Liner Panels

    Installation Liner Panels Install Liners 5. Place the rear panel against the back of the fi rebox resting it on the ledge at bottom. Two tabs are hold- The following guidelines apply for all liners (with the ing it. Slide it behind the left side panel to hold it. exception of the 739RGL Refl...
  • Page 19 Installation Liner Panels 9. Reinstall the fuel bed support without tightening the screws yet; slide it as far back as possible and then, tighten the two screws. Generally, the fuel bed support, as installed above, will generate the best fl ame for any of the log sets. However, its position can be adjusted in certain circumstances.
  • Page 20: Fuel Beds

    Installation Fuel Beds Birch Log Kit 739VBLK 2. Place log G1 behind the burner on the fuel bed sup- port and slide it forward until it touches the front Material required vertical tabs of the support. Slide • Birch Log Kit, which contains: the log to the right so it rests against the pilot shield.
  • Page 21 Installation Fuel Beds 6. Place the burned end of log G6 on top of the ember 8. Place log H7 resting its light part on G5 and its bed and rests its other end on the embers as indi- forked end on the ember bed G4 under log G25. The cated.
  • Page 22 9. Place ember chunks on the ember bed between the IMPORTANT logs. Approved for use only with the ceramic embers provided with your Valor fireplace. The use of any other products may void your fireplace warranty.  WARNING Choking Hazard! Ensure that the fireplace area is clear of embers as these could be ingested by small children.
  • Page 23: Driftwood Kit 739Vdwk

    Installation Fuel Beds Driftwood Kit 739VDWK Installation Carefully unpack the kit. Note that each log has its own Material required number stamped on the bottom. Some logs have pegs • Driftwood Log Kit, which contains: to help place them. • 7 logs Install the logs as shown below.
  • Page 24 Installation Fuel Beds 4. Install G26 placing it over the left pin on 7. Place G15 on the notch of G14 and rest its other end on G11 and resting its other end left of the the embers. embers’ cavity. Install G24 placing it over the right pin on G11 and resting its other end right of the embers’...
  • Page 25 9. Place ceramic pebbles on the embers between the logs IMPORTANT as shown. Approved for use only with the ceramic embers provided with your Valor fireplace. The use of any other products may void your fireplace warranty.  WARNING Choking Hazard! Ensure that the fireplace area is clear of embers as these could be ingested by small children.
  • Page 26: Traditional Log Kit 739Vlsk

    Installation Fuel Beds Traditional Log Kit 739VLSK Installation Carefully unpack the kit. Note each log has its own Material required number stamped on the bottom. Some logs have pegs • Traditional Log Kit, which contains: to help place them. • 7 logs 1.
  • Page 27 Installation Fuel Beds 4. Install G20 placing it over the left pin on G21 and 7. Place G16 on the notch of G10 and rest its other end on resting its other end left of the embers’ cavity. the embers. 5.
  • Page 28 9. Place ceramic ember chunks on the embers between IMPORTANT the logs as shown. Approved for use only with the ceramic embers provided with your Valor fireplace. The use of any other products may void your fireplace warranty.  WARNING Choking Hazard! Ensure that the fireplace area is clear of embers as these could be ingested by small children.
  • Page 29: Window Re-Installation And Verification

    fi rebox. Damage caused by incorrect window 5. If the Hot Glass Warning plate has been removed installation is not covered by the Valor from the front lower corner of the window, Warranty.
  • Page 30: Batteries And Remote Control

    Installation Batteries and Remote Control Install Battery Holder 6. Use a heat resistant tie to gather any extra cable between the receiver and the battery holder. The batteries that power the receiver need to be installed and placed prior to synchronization and use.  Caution 1.
  • Page 31: Operation And Aeration Verification

    Installation Operation and Aeration Verification Check Operation Air Shutter Turn the fi replace fl ame up and down using the The air shutter adjustment lever is located under the remote control to confi rm that the full range of inputs fi...
  • Page 32: Accessories

    Installation Accessories 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). Note that some backing plate may need to be installed before the shroud.
  • Page 33: 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  WARNING NO ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ALLOWED for any outdoor installation!
  • Page 34: 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 35: Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

    Commonwealth of Massachusetts State of Massachusetts Carbon Monoxide 4. INSPECTION. The state or local gas inspector of the Detector/Vent Terminal Signage Requirements side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment shall not approve the installation unless, upon inspection, For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled the inspector observes carbon monoxide detectors and equipment installed in every dwelling, building or signage installed in accordance with the provisions of...
  • Page 36: 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 37: Appendix B - Remote Control Operation

    Appendix B - Remote Control Operation 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 38 Appendix B - Remote Control Operation 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 39 Appendix B - Remote Control Operation 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...
  • Page 40 Appendix B - Remote Control Operation 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 41: Appendix C - Spare Parts

    Pilot shield 4008555AH Ceramic liner sets (complete) Pilot assembly (natural gas) 4000727 Fluted black 739FBL Pilot assembly (propane) 4000728 Valor Red Brick 739VRL Thermocouple 4000061 Refl ective glass 739RGL Pilot injector #51 (natural gas) 4000735 Rear panel Pilot injector #30 (propane)
  • Page 42 Appendix C - Spare Parts Part Description Number Birch log kit 739VBLK Birch log #G1 4008159 Birch log #G23 4008768 Birch log #G25 4008952 Birch log #G5 4008163 Birch log #G6 4008164 Birch log #H7 4007465 Ember bed #G4 4008162 Ember chunks (3) 4008764 Embers, large, 2-cup bag...
  • Page 43 Appendix C - Spare Parts Propane 25–32 44–48...
  • Page 44 Appendix C - Spare Parts 739VBLK Birch Logs Kit 739VLSK Traditional Log Kit 739VDWK Driftwood Log Kit...

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