Vermont Castings ICFDV Series Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Vermont Castings ICFDV Series Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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ICFDV Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Insert
Installation and Operating Instructions
Models: ICFDV30LNTSCSB, ICFDV30CNTSCSB
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 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 fire department.
Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, service or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Refer to this manual.
For assistance or additional information consult
a qualified installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
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 for use only with the type of gas
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is
not convertible for use with other gases, unless
a certified kit is used.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from
the manufacturer.
DANGER
4852
ICFDV40 insert cover
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the hot
viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall
be installed for the protection of children and
other at risk individuals.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for
future reference.
CERTIFIED
S
B
AFETY
ARRIER
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
20306752 3/15 Rev. 2
20306543

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  • Page 1 ICFDV Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Insert Installation and Operating Instructions Models: ICFDV30LNTSCSB, ICFDV30CNTSCSB CERTIFIED WARNING: AFETY ARRIER 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 vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert CONTENTS Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Vermont Castings Group Fireplace Insert. PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE! IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION INSTALLER OWNER Please leave these instructions with the appliance. Please retain these instructions for future reference. WARNING: • Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this fireplace. •...
  • Page 4: Code Approval

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION & CODE APPROVAL ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert Continued from page 3 IMPORTANT: 15. This appliance, when installed, must be electrically PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING grounded in accordance with local codes or in the CAREFULLY absence of local codes, with the National Electrical It is normal for fireplaces fabricated of steel Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code, to give off some expansion and/or contraction...
  • Page 5: Product Features

    Valve Board Module installations. Figure 1 - ICFDV Series Fireplace Insert Controls HIGH ELEVATIONS Input ratings are shown in BTU per hour and are certified without deration for elevations up to 4,500 feet (1,370 m) above sea level. For elevations above 4,500 feet (1,370 m) in USA, installation must be in accordance with the current ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 and/or local codes having jurisdiction.
  • Page 6: Insert Dimensions

    INSERT DIMENSIONS ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert 22 ⁄ " (560 mm) 11 ⁄ " (303 mm) 2 ⁄ " 10 ⁄ " (56 mm) (257 mm) 5 ⁄ " (144 mm) 16 ⁄ " 21 ⁄ " (410 mm) (535 mm) 24 ⁄...
  • Page 7: General Installation Information

    GENERAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert BEFORE YOU START Your remote control receiver must "learn" the signal code from your hand-held trans- Read this homeowner manual thoroughly and follow all mitter. This operation should be performed instructions carefully. Inspect all contents for shipping with power applied to the fireplace but before damage and immediately inform your dealer if any damage the fireplace is installed into the fireplace...
  • Page 8: Clearances

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert CLEARANCES INSERT CLEARANCES No combustibles (ie: drapes, doors) may be within, or swing within 36" of the front of the insert. 12” (305 mm) Maximum Depth Side Wall 12” (305 mm) 9” (228 mm) 10” (254 mm) Minimum 10”...
  • Page 9: Installation

    INSTALLATION ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert INSERT PLACEMENT • The insert must be placed within a code-conforming masonry fireplace or a tested and listed zero-clearance (UL-127, solid fuel) fireplace. Repair any fireplace damage prior to installation. • Because the insert uses a circulation blower, clean the fireplace, smoke shelf and chimney before installing.
  • Page 10: Zero-Clearance Fireplace Requirements

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert INSTALLATION ZERO-CLEARANCE (METAL) FIREPLACE Insulation REQUIREMENTS • The damper and grate must be removed. • Shelf The smoke shelf, internal baffles, screen, refractory and metal or glass doors may be removed (if applicable). • Do not remove or alter the insulation or any structured Masonry Lining or Refractory rigid frame members (metal sides, floor, door frames, face of the fireplace, etc.).
  • Page 11: Venting Installation

    Installation of any damaged venting component. • Unauthorized modification of the venting system. • Installation of any component part not manufactured or approved by Vermont Castings Group. Maximum Height 40' (12.9 m) • Installation other than permitted by these instruc- Minimum Height 10' tions.
  • Page 12: Altitude Considerations

    VENTING INSTALLATION ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert ALTITUDE CONSIDERATIONS Failure to adjust air shutter properly may This heater has been tested at altitudes ranging from sea lead to improper combustion which can level to 4,500 feet (1,370 m). In this testing, heater with create a safety hazard.
  • Page 13: Intake/Exhaust Manifold Removal And Vent Installation

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert VENTING INSTALLATION INTAKE/EXHAUST MANIFOLD REMOVAL Plate Assembly AND VENT INSTALLATION The intake/exhaust manifold is shipped attached to insert. It may be removed to allow tight installation. 1. Unfasten the two (2) machine screws on the face of the unit and release the plate assembly by sliding the plate back.
  • Page 14: Glass Frame Removal

    GLASS FRAME REMOVAL ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert GLASS FRAME REMOVAL DANGER NOTE: You must first remove the safety barrier before you remove the glass frame. To remove the barrier, simply lift up and pull out until the tabs are clear of their corresponding HOT GLASS WILL slots on the firebox.
  • Page 15: Insert Installation

    INSERT INSTALLATION ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert CHECK GAS TYPE Use proper gas type for the insert you are installing. If you 100 gal. (min. External have conflicting gas type, do not install insert. See dealer Propane/LP Regula- where you purchased the insert for proper insert according Supply Tank to your gas type.
  • Page 16 ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert INSERT INSTALLATION A manual shut-off valve is factory installed Only persons licensed to work with gas upstream of the appliance. Union tee and piping may make the necessary gas con- plugged 1/8" NPT pressure tapping point nections to this appliance. should be installed upstream of the appli- ance.
  • Page 17: Check Gas Pressure

    CHECK GAS PRESSURE ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as Pressure Inlet stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply is different from the fireplace, STOP! Do not install the appliance.
  • Page 18: Electrical Installation

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL WIRING Label all wires before disconnecting This insert will work without any electrical supply. Electricity when servicing controls. Wiring errors is only needed to operate blower. can cause improper and dangerous Verify proper operation after servicing. operation.
  • Page 19: Firebrick Installation

    FIREBRICK INSTALLATION ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert FIREBRICK INSTALLATION 5. Carefully place right or left side brick panel in place IMPORTANT: Fireplace must have an approved brick kit making sure front edge of brick is behind the front brick and/or porcelain panel kit installed before operation. retainer bracket.
  • Page 20: Rock Wool And Log Placement

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert ROCK WOOL AND LOG PLACEMENT Before you begin - This unit is supplied with six (6) ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands. Do not use the entire bag of rock wool Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from to cover burner area.
  • Page 21: Glass And Stone Installation

    GLASS AND STONE INSTALLATION ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert 6. Position log #4 so that the bottom right end is resting on the pad on log #3 and the left end is resting on the flat spot on log #2. Figure 25 Log #6 Log #4 Figure 27...
  • Page 22: Surround Installation

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert INSTALL COMMAND CENTER NOTE: Must be done prior to installing surround. 1. Remove Command Center from box in finsh bag. 2. Attach wires from control board to the Command Center. Figure 29 3. Insert Command Center into tabs on the lower right corner of the surround.
  • Page 23: Safety Barrier Installation

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert SAFETY BARRIER INSTALLATION DANGER INSTRUCTIONS CERTIFIED HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE BURNS. AFETY ARRIER DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL COOLED. NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO TOUCH GLASS. NOTE: A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from from the hot viewing glass is provided with this the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall be installed for the protection of...
  • Page 24: Operating Instructions

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of lie. A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Refer to the instructions.
  • Page 25: Operating Instructions

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read the safety information above. 2. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand. 3. With five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas, including near the floor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow "B"...
  • Page 26: Signature Command System Operation

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FEATURES To Install Batteries (not included): 1. Press down the battery door tabs and pull out to remove Command Center battery door. • 2. Install the batteries as indicated on Command Center. Easy Access Function Operation and System Config- uration 3.
  • Page 27: Remote Transmitter Learn Function

    SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert • REMOTE TRANSMITTER LEARN FUNCTION The Intermittent Pilot Mode is ideal for maximum effi- ciency, igniting the pilot only when needed to start your (DEFAULT OFF) fireplace, lowering fuel consumption and reducing your NOTE: To access the Control Board, remove the access carbon footprint.
  • Page 28: Functions/Operation

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FUNCTIONS/OPERATION (with Command two presses will decrease the flame height to medium and low. Center) 3. The third press on OFF will turn off the main burner. In Turning on the fireplace standing pilot configuration, the pilot will stay;...
  • Page 29: Touch Screen Remote Control Operation

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert TOUCH SCREEN REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION Due to the sensitive temperature monitoring components in the transmitter, it is necessary to allow the transmitter to stabilize to room temperature before accurate room tempera- tures are displayed. If the transmitter is acti- vated from a severe cold condition, allow 15 minutes for accurate temperature readings to appear on the LCD display.
  • Page 30 TOUCH SCREEN REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert Setting Privacy Code on Transmitter: Master Switch Figure 38 The remote transmitter privacy code is preset in factory. In the event of activation or interference from other near- by transmissions, change the code using the following procedures (learn function must be performed after changing the code): 1.
  • Page 31 ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert TOUCH SCREEN REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION 1. Press the ON/up button to turn b. Use the OFF/down buttons to decrease the Set on the fireplace. The flame icon Time to zero Or on the LCD displays High. c. Slide down on the arrow buttons to exit TIMER mode 2.
  • Page 32 TOUCH SCREEN REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert 4. After the signal is sent, the ON/up and OFF/down but- thermostat and the regular Thermostat Mode. The icon tons become flame height controller again. “Smart Mode” will appear under the Set Temperature. The transmitter will automatically adjust the flame height 5.
  • Page 33: Safety Features

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert TOUCH SCREEN REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION confirm the setting. The new setting will be transmitted 2. When the current setting is B), pressing TIMER button to the receiver. and THERMO button at the same time for 3 seconds will switch to A) Mode.
  • Page 34: Using The Mounting Base

    TOUCH SCREEN REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert  Using the Mounting Base The transmitter comes with a mounting base which allows you to hang the transmitter on the wall. 1. Secure the mounting base on the wall with supplied screws.
  • Page 35: Signature Command Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION ACTION FAULT DIAGNOSIS Using Battery polarity wrong? Re-install batteries battery? Make sure Command Install batteries and/or Battery voltage low? Change batteries Center and plug in the AC board No beep in about the control 8 seconds board are...
  • Page 36: Air Shutter Adjustment

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert AIR SHUTTER ADJUSTMENT (NATURAL GAS ONLY) • ADJUSTING THE AIR SHUTTER To increase air mixture, loosen the screw to open the shutter more. This will reduce soot formation. Figure The venturi under the burner is equipped with an air shut- ter.
  • Page 37: Cleaning And Maintenance

    CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert Make sure the gas valve knob is in the “OFF” position. Sensor Wait at least five (5) minutes before start -ing maintenance. VENTING SYSTEM Thermopile A qualified agency should examine the venting system annually. CLEANING GLASS Clean the ceramic glass periodically.
  • Page 38: Yearly Service Procedure

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE YEARLY SERVICE PROCEDURE Failure to inspect and maintain heater may lead to im- 4. Remove rock wool or decorative glass. Clean burner proper combustion and a potentially dangerous situation. and burner ports. Figure 54 A qualified technician should do the following once a year.
  • Page 39: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury. 20306752...
  • Page 40: Replacement Parts And Required Accessories

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert REPLACEMENT PARTS AND REQUIRED ACCESSORIES REPLACEMENT PARTS Ref. Description Qty. ICFDV30LNTSC ICFDV30CNTSC 1. Log #1 83D1047 2. Log #2 83D1049 3. Log #3 83D1045 4. Log #4 83D1048 5. Log #5 83D1050 6. Log #6 83D1046 7. Stone xx White 20303043 8.
  • Page 41: Optional Accessories

    OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES - ICFDV40 FP2953 Ref. Description Dimensions Part No. sm surr 3 side ctrl FP2951 Small, 3-sided Surround with side control 26"H x 38"W x 4"D ICF30S3B4 med surr 3 side ctrl access, black Medium, 3-sided Surround with side control 30"H x 42"W x 4"D ICF30M3B4...
  • Page 42: For Massachusetts Residents Only

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert MASSACHUSETTS RESIDENTS ONLY — PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THESE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS NOTE REGARDING VENTED PRODUCTS 2. Approved Carbon Monoxide Detectors. Each carbon This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above when installed within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
  • Page 43: Warranty

    (3) years. Labor rates will be determined by Vermont Castings Group’s published labor rates in effect at the time labor is performed.
  • Page 44: Efficiencies

    ICFDV30 Fireplace Insert Based on CSA P.4.1-09 EFFICIENCY RATINGS EnerGuide Ratings D.O.E. Model Fireplace Efficiency (%) (AFUE %) ICFDV30LN 71.9 67.2 ICFDV30CN 71.9 67.2 ICFDV30LN w/propane conversion 83.7 68.54 Recherchez dans la brochure ICFDV30CN w/propane conversion 83.7 68.54 les caractéristique de rendement énergétique de foyer au gaz Énerguide Based on CSA P.4.1-09...

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