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Solas FORTY6 Installation & Operation Manual

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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.
• 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 licensed installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
DUE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES, THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE
LOCATED OUT OF TRAFFIC AND AWAY FROM FURNITURE
AND DRAPERIES.
CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE ALERTED TO THE
HAZARD OF HIGH SURFACE TEMPERATURE AND SHOULD
STAY AWAY TO AVOID BURNS OR CLOTHING IGNITION.
YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE CAREFULLY SUPERVISED
WHEN THEY ARE IN THE SAME ROOM WITH THE APPLIANCE.
DO NOT PLACE CLOTHING OR OTHER FLAMMABLE
MATERIAL ON OR NEAR THE APPLIANCE.
WARNING Improper installation, adjustment, services or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to
this manual. For assistance or additional information, consult
a licensed installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with appliance | CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference
INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL
MODELS: ST-46N, ST-46P
WALL MOUNT DIRECT VENT
GAS FIREPLACE
Ce manual est disponsible en Francais sur demande.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket, permanently
located, manufactured home (USA only) or 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.
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.
solasfi res.com
FORTY6
Report #F19-217
DANGER
HOT GLASS
WILL CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
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  • Page 1 FORTY6 WALL MOUNT DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL MODELS: ST-46N, ST-46P 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.

  • Page 2: Installation Record

    Date Purchased: _____________________________________________________ Dealer: _____________________________________________________________ Date Installed: _______________________________________________________ Installer: ____________________________________________________________ Fireplace Model: FORTY6 Burner: (circle one) Glass Media Burner Log Set Burner Serial Number: _______________________________________________________ Brand of Venting Used: ________________________________________________ Model # of Vent Cap Used: _____________________________________________ Fuel: (circle one)

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    (see page 41) notice. SÓLAS LLC grants no warranty, implied or stated, for the installation or maintenance of your appliance, and assumes no responsibility for any consequential damage(s). © 2023 Copyright SÓLAS LLC. solasfires.com...
  • Page 4 Félicitations pour votre achat d’un SÓLAS ! Nous vous souhaitons la bienvenue dans la famille des foyers au gaz SÓLAS. Chacun de nos produits est habilement conçu et fabriqué de manière experte aux États-Unis. Nous sommes très fiers de chaque foyer que nous fabriquons. Chaque produit est entièrement testé...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Information

    National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22. 1. The appliance area must be kept clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. solasfires.com...
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 6" 6" Fireplace Keep Furniture and Other Objects 6" from sides and 36" from front of Fireplace 36" (91.44cm) Installation and repair should be done by a WARNING: Do not operate the appliance with licensed service technician. The appliance should the glass door assembly removed, or if the glass be inspected before use and at least annually by is cracked or broken.

  • Page 7: Certification

    CERTIFICATION This appliance has been certified by PFS TECO to ANSI Z21.88- elevation greater than these, consult with the local authority 2016/CSA 2.33-2016 Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters and CAN/ having jurisdiction for gas product installations to determine CGA-2.17-2017, Gas-Fired Appliances for Use At High Altitudes. their specific requirements for high altitude installations.

  • Page 8: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS FORTY6 SPECIFICATION CHART NATURAL GAS PROPANE INPUT Input Rating 29,000 BTU/Hr. 29,000 BTU/Hr. Min. Input Rating 19,000 BTU/Hr. 19,000 BTU/Hr. Orifice-DMS NATURAL GAS PROPANE GAS SUPPLY Manifold Pressure High 3.9"w.c. / 1.0kPa 10.0"w.c. / 2.5kPa Manifold Pressure Low 1.9"w.c. / 0.5kPa...

  • Page 9: Clearances

    CLEARANCES Several issues must be addressed when selecting a Installation and repair should be done by a licensed suitable location for your FORTY6 fi replace. The service technician. The appliance should be inspected minimum clearances to combustible construction are before use and at least annually by a professional listed below.

  • Page 10: Massachusetts Requirements

    INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS The gas fireplace is shipped with a ⁄ " tube OD (male STATE OF MASSACHUSETTS flare) connection. The gas supply piping should have a separate gas shuto valve and a ⁄ " NPT plugged tapping The installation must be completed by a licensed upstream of the valve.

  • Page 11: Venting

    • The FORTY6 may also be installed in front of an at least one 90° elbow. Up to three additional 90° existing fireplace opening utilizing special co-linear elbows (or equivalent 45°...
  • Page 12 fi re. calculate a new equivalent horizontal run for your The FORTY6 fi replace includes air and exhaust restrictors installation to account for the additional fl ow re- that are used to balance the draft in the fi replace to the sistance caused by the extra elbows.
  • Page 13 2 ⁄ 2 ⁄ 2 ⁄ 2 ⁄ 2 ⁄ 2 ⁄ 2 ⁄ 2 ⁄ 2 ⁄ 2 ⁄ 2 ⁄ 2 ⁄ 2 ⁄ 2 ⁄ 2 ⁄ 2 ⁄ 2 ⁄ HORIZONTAL VENT RUN (FEET) solasfi res.com...
  • Page 14 LP GAS VENT CHART KEY: EXHAUST RESTRICTOR “C” or “D” AIR RESTRICTOR ⁄ - 3 Tabs Open = NOT ALLOWED = POWER VENT NU = NOT USED ⁄ ⁄ ⁄ ⁄ ⁄ ⁄ ⁄ ⁄ ⁄ ⁄ ⁄ ⁄ ⁄ ⁄...
  • Page 15 G. Total Horizontal Equivalent: B + E + F = _________ Horizontal or vertical sections of pipe are measured between transition joints as shown in this image. NOTE: Prior to enclosing the wall cavity, test fire the fireplace to ensure it is fully operational. solasfires.com...
  • Page 16 VENTING EXAMPLES Side View EXAMPLE 1 – FORTY6 A. Total Vertical Vent Rise: __________ feet 5 ft B. Total Horizontal Vent Run: __________ feet 1 ft C. Total Number of 90° Elbows in excess of 1: __________ (Snorkel terminations are counted as (2) 90° elbows) D.
  • Page 17 VENTING The illustration below shows some of the many ways the FORTY6 fireplace may be installed in the home. This includes interior and exterior wall installations, corner installations and horizontal and vertical vent terminations. Horizontal Vertical Termination Termination Power vent runs of up to 130ft with (8) 90 elbows are permitted when using the SOLAS Self-Calibrating Power Vent Kit.
  • Page 18 VENTING Covered Covered Alcove Detail Alcove Detail Vinyl Siding 2’ 2’ 2’ 2’ 29.5’’ 17.5’’ 17’’ 1 1.5’’ Must use Vinyl Siding Termination Shield VENT TERMINAL LOCATIONS CANADA* U.S.A.** A = Clearance to the termination frame above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony 12" (30 cm) 12"...

  • Page 19: Assembly & Installation

    ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION UNPACKING THE FORTY6 WALL MOUNT FIREPLACE The fireplace components are shipped in three cartons. By now, you will have opened the top of the first carton, removed the glass protector and this manual. The second Box 2 carton contains the fireplace surround.
  • Page 20 ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION Before you begin the fireplace mounting process there are several important installation requirements that must be met. Careful planning will make the installation easier to accomplish and will reduce the chances of encountering problems after you start. Note: It is important to locate electrical wiring, plumbing, etc.
  • Page 21 5/32” 16.0” 48.0” FORTY6 WALL TEMPLATE;12277, REV A Once you are certain that the location you have chosen meets all the necessary mounting and safety requirements, you can begin the installation. 1. Tape or pin the installation template to the wall in the position where the fireplace is to be mounted.
  • Page 22 ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION 2. Next, carefully transfer the location of the 4 upper 4. Finally, transfer the location of the gas supply line. and 4 lower mounting holes that you will use for your installation. Use a sharp nail, awl or pin to pierce the template on the mounting hole cross-hairs to insure an accurate transfer to your wall.
  • Page 23 4. Carefully cut the gas supply opening, identified on the template. 5. Remove any insulation materials from wall in the area defined by the pass-through hole. solasfires.com...
  • Page 24 Vent Pass-Through (Parallel Wall Installation on an Interior Partition Wall) Special telescoping double heat shields for the vent pipe are provided with the FORTY6 fireplace. These 1. An unobstructed wall pass-through is required to heat shields are a critical part of a safe installation.
  • Page 25 (as shown in the adjacent photo) and 12 Lag Bolt install the three screws. Locations (Use a minimum of 8 lag bolts, 4 top and 4 bottom) Inner Vent Pipe Shield (Smaller Diameter, install on the front of the Mounting Plate) solasfires.com...
  • Page 26 ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION Installing the Fireplace Mounting Plate on the Wall 10. The next step is to install the vent starter pipe onto the fireplace. (continued) 11. Remove the glass panel and glass frame assembly from NOTE: It may be helpful to put a light coating of dish or the front of the firebox by loosening and removing the hand soap on the lag bolts to reduce resistance when (7) ⁄...
  • Page 27 Be sure that the holes in the starter pipe your specific installation. flange align with the gasket and pilot holes. < Exhaust Restrictor Restrictor > Installing the Vent Starter Pipe & Gasket solasfires.com...
  • Page 28 ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION Installing the Fireplace (con't) 20. Place the vent starter pipe gasket on the back of the 22. If the air restrictor ring is required, first determine fireplace aligning the holes in the gasket with the pilot the number of tabs that must be bent open. Before holes on the rear of the fireplace.
  • Page 29 fireplace down and in to engage the tabs in the brackets. Note: The weight of the fireplace is carried only on the top brackets. The bottom brackets function simply to keep the bottom of the fireplace from moving. Refer to the photo above (next column). solasfires.com...
  • Page 30 ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION Installing the Outer Vent Heat Shields and Vent 4. Slip the inner and outer vent termination pipes onto the vent starter pipe taking care to align the inner and Termination (Horizontal Termination on Outside Wall) outer pipes to prevent damage. 1.
  • Page 31 4. You will find it helpful to leave access to the area behind the partition wall to facilitate installation of the vent components. The pipe sections may have twist lock connections which will be di cult to execute without good access. solasfires.com...

  • Page 32: Gas Connection

    ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION Gas Supply Line Once the vent pass-through (or pass-throughs) are Gas Shut-O finished, the gas supply line should be installed. The supply line should exit the wall that the fireplace will be installed on at the location specified on the installation template We suggest the installation of a shut-o valve in the supply line between the wall and the connection to the fireplace.
  • Page 33 flow but not so large that you can’t control the flow. Burner Tray 3. You will notice that the burner surface is designed with turned-up edges that form a tray to hold the glass media. solasfires.com...
  • Page 34 ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION Placing the Burner Glass Media (continued) 4. Starting at one end, pour the glass media onto the burner tray, keeping the pouring spout on the poly bag toward the center of the burner to avoid spillage of glass pieces over the sides of the burner. See the adjacent photos.
  • Page 35 3. Once the bottom edge is in place, move your fingers out of the way and press the top of the frame against the firebox while pushing down to be sure the frame is fully engaged in the frame retainer. solasfires.com...
  • Page 36 ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION Installing the Outer Panels 3. Locate the fastener hole at the top front edge of the outer left side panel and align with the PEM nut in the The outer top and bottom panels are secured to the front of the top panel.
  • Page 37 3. Move the surround with integrated screen into place, generally centering the surround opening over the glass panel. Keep the bottom of the surround tipped slightly away from the fireplace. solasfires.com...
  • Page 38 fireplace. AT T E N T I O N : Two people are required to unbox and install the Forward FORTY6 Surround. Taking care Detent not to exert undue stress, force, twisting Surround during installation.

  • Page 39: Lighting & Operation

    Remote Part #S-507 Part #WTP-1500 the plate and slide it up to read it. There is important (Optional) information on both sides of the plate. NOTE: The Wall Touch Pad is not compatible with the SÓLAS Self-Calibrating Power Vent System. solasfi res.com...
  • Page 40 LIGHTING & OPERATION Flame WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, technicianal injury or loss of life. Flame When lighting this appliance, follow instructions exactly. A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device that Pilot Light automatically lights the pilot.

  • Page 41: Remote Operation

    Remote or Control Module. The remote control system is now ready to use. NOTE: The batteries in your SÓLAS One-Touch remote control and control module are to be replaced annually. RESET Button SÓLAS One-Touch Control Module Part #S-504 solasfires.com...
  • Page 42 SÓLAS ONE TOUCH REMOTE OPERATION HOW TO TURN YOUR FIREPLACE OFF (INCLUDING PILOT) Familiarize yourself with each of these methods before Main Display operating your fi replace. Remote and Wall Touch Pad: Press and hold the ON-OFF button for a second (either on the Remote or the optional Countdown Thermostatic Timer...
  • Page 43 DO NOT leave the Remote on the hearth, mantel, or on top of the fireplace. Use the Remote wall mount holder provided. The SÓLAS One-Touch Remote Control comes with a wall bracket. Mount the wall bracket in the same room as the fireplace. Approximately 8-10 feet from the fireplace. solasfires.com...
  • Page 44 SÓLAS ONE TOUCH REMOTE OPERATION TO TURN ON FIREPLACE TO TURN OFF FIRE • Press to turn OFF. CAUTION When the pilot is o , it will WHEN PILOT IGNITION IS CONFIRMED, MOTOR take 2 minutes before it TURNS AUTOMATICALLY TO MAXIMUM FLAME can be lit again.
  • Page 45 NOTE: The Countdown Timer only works in Manual and 4. To select hour press Thermostatic modes. Maximum countdown time is 9 hours and 50 minutes. 5. Press simultaneously. Minutes fl ash. 6. To select minutes press 7. To confi rm, press simultaneously or wait. solasfi res.com...
  • Page 46 SÓLAS ONE TOUCH REMOTE OPERATION MODES OF OPERATION NOTE: The set temperature for Thermostatic Mode is the temperature for the ON time in Program Mode. Manual Mode Changing the Thermostatic Mode set temperature The ON/OFF status of the fi replace, as well as fl ame also changes the ON time temperature in height, are manually controlled by the user.
  • Page 47 fi replace automatically turns down to pilot. Benefi t SÓLAS products are designed with a focus on safety and environmental responsibility. This will help save fuel and is an environmental benefi t. Program the temperature and timer modes to maximize your heating e ciency. solasfi res.com...
  • Page 48 SÓLAS ONE TOUCH REMOTE OPERATION ERROR DURATION OF MESSAGE SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CODE DISPLAY • No gas supply • No pilot flame within 30 sec • Air in pilot supply line 4 seconds • Note: After 3 failed ignition • No spark sequences, F06 shown •...

  • Page 49: Gas Conversion

    SÓLAS CONVERSION KIT CONTENTS #53 LP BURNER ORIFICE – 1PC #8 SCREW – 1PC Gas Conversion Labels #27 PILOT ORIFICE ST46-LPC FORTY6 LP CONVERSION KIT NG Inlet Tube Collar–1PC Gas Conversion Labels #42 NG BURNER ORIFICE – 1PC ST46-NGC FORTY6 NG CONVERSION KIT #35 PILOT ORIFICE #8 SCREW –...
  • Page 50 GAS CONVERSION 5. Locate and remove the (4) #10 sheet metal screws 7. With the burner out of the fireplace, using a 9/16” that hold the burner into the firebox. These are deep socket, remove the orifice and replace it with located on the outer edges below the burner.
  • Page 51 NG or LP accordingly. Reinstall to prevent leaks around the orifice. If not seated and tighten. properly this will cause an unusually high pilot flame. Pilot orifice correctly seated solasfires.com...
  • Page 52 Refer to the chart below for high pressure settings which vary per model fireplace. MODEL HIGH PRESSURE (LPG) LOW PRESSURE (LPG) FORTY6 - NG 3.9” w.c. / 1.0kPa 1.9” w.c. / 0.5kPa FORTY6 - LP 10.0” w.c. / 2.5kPa 4.7” w.c. / 1.2kPa...
  • Page 53 With a permanent marker, check o the fuel type you are converting to. This Fireplace has been This Fireplace has been converted. converted. See conversion label in fireplace. See conversion label in fireplace. solasfi res.com...

  • Page 54: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE ANNUAL MAINTENANCE CLEANING GLASS AND PORCELAIN ENAMEL PANELS A licensed service agency should conduct an annual inspection and maintenance of your SÓLAS Gas Fireplace including the overall installation and venting to keep WARNING: Never clean the Glass or Enamel Panels it running safely.
  • Page 55 SÓLAS recommends using a name brand such as Duracell or Energizer. The batteries should last one full season, depending on usage. Remove the batteries in the o -season to extend battery life. solasfires.com...

  • Page 56: Maintenance Log

    MAINTENANCE LOG We strongly recommend that you keep a log of the regular maintenance that is performed on your SÓLAS fireplace. We have provided the maintenance form below to make it easy. Simply ask your licensed service technician to fill out one of the maintenance record forms below each time the fireplace is serviced.

  • Page 57: Replacement Parts List

    *This is a quick response thermocouple. Replace it only with SÓLAS Part Number M26-502. **Not Compatible with SÓLAS Self-Calibrating Power Vent Kit For Replacement Parts and customer service, contact your SÓLAS Dealer or; SÓLAS, LLC 452 Sunapee Street, Newport, NH 03773 P (603) 298-5169 sales@solasfires.com solasfires.com...

  • Page 58: Control Schematic

    For Replacement Parts and customer service, dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after contact your SÓLAS Dealer or; servicing. SÓLAS, LLC 452 Sunapee Street, Newport, NH 03773 P (603) 298-5169 sales@solasfi res.com S Ó L AS C O N TE MPO RA RY F IR E...

  • Page 59: Warranty Information

    90 days of the date of failure. Notices should be or application of the Product. directed to the SÓLAS Warranty Department. Visit our website at www.solasfires.com/ warranty. Discoloration and some minor expansion, contraction, or movement of certain parts and resulting noise is normal and not a defect, and, therefore, not covered under warranty.
  • Page 60 We recommend that our gas hearth products be installed and serviced by professionals who are certifi ed in the U.S. by the National Fireplace Institute® (NFI) as NFI Gas Specialists. www.NFIcertifi ed.org RECORD YOUR PRODUCT INFORMATION Model #: ________________________ Serial Number: ______________________________ D te Purch sed: __________________ Date Installed: _______________________________ THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING solasfires.com...

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