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Miles Industries Valor L3 Series Installation & Owner's Manual

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1800JN (natural gas) & 1800JP (propane gas)
DANGER
!
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.
!
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.
4004995-07
©2017, Miles Industries Ltd.
L3 Series
DV ZC Gas Fireplace
Installation & Owner's Manual
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
L e a v e t h i s m a n u a l
w i t h t h e a p p l i a n c e .
R e t a i n t h i s m a n u a l
f o r f u t u r e r e f e r e n c e .
Please read this manual
BEFORE installing and
operating this appliance.
This manual contains instructions to install the
ENGINE ONLY. A front or trim kit is REQUIRED
to install the engine. A barrier screen is provided
with the front or trim kit. Refer to the manual
supplied with the front or trim for installation.
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.
I N S TA L L E R
C O N S U M E R

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  • Page 1 fi re department. bedroom or bed sitting room. — Installation and service must be Ce guide est disponible en français sur demande. performed by a qualifi ed installer, service agency or the gas supplier. 4004995-07 ©2017, Miles Industries Ltd.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    fi tter in the State of North Vancouver, BC, CANADA V7H 3B1 Massachusetts. Also, see Carbon Monoxide Tel. 604-984-3496 Fax 604-984-0246 Detector requirements on page 18. www.valorfi replaces.com © Copyright Miles Industries Ltd., 2017. All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions READ and UNDERSTAND all instructions carefully Due to the high temperature, the appliance should be before starting the installation. FAILURE TO FOLLOW LOCATED out of traffi c areas and away from furniture these installation instructions may result in possible fi re and draperies.

  • Page 4: Safety And Your Fireplace

    Safety and Your Fireplace Safety and Your Fireplace Please Read and Carefully Follow all Safety Warnings and Operating Instructions Contained in Your Owner’s Manual (Replacement Manuals are available by contacting our service department at 1-800-468-2567 or visit www.valorfi replaces.com). withdraw in the event of accidental Please Follow These Important contact with a hot surface.

  • Page 5: Owner's Information

    Owner’s Information INFORMATION Thank You ... WARNING For purchasing a Valor by Miles Industries. Your new EXTREMELY HOT!!! radiant gas heater is a technical appliance that must be installed by a qualifi ed dealer. Each Valor fi replace is fully •...

  • Page 6: Operating Your Fireplace For The First Time

    Dealers have tried various cleaning products with varying results. The following are recommendations only and are not meant to guarantee results. NOTE: This is a problem beyond Miles Industries’ control and is not covered under warranty. • Clean the glass regularly as soon as you notice the buildup (white fi...
  • Page 7 OWNER’S Owner’s Information INFORMATION 5. Gently pull the top of the window outward. 3. While you hold it, pull and hook the side levers back to the window brackets on each side. 6. Lift the window out of its bottom railing and set it aside in a safe place to avoid damage.

  • Page 8: Checking Pilot And Burner Flames

    OWNER’S Owner’s Information INFORMATION Checking Pilot and Burner Flames 5. If the Hot Glass Warning plate has been removed from the front lower corner of the A periodic check of the pilot and burner fl ames should window, reinstall it by sliding it between the be made.

  • Page 9: Replacing Batteries

    OWNER’S Owner’s Information INFORMATION Replacing Batteries Using Remote Control Handset Wall Holder WARNING Your fi replace equipment includes a wall DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHANGE THE BATTER- holder to store the handset. If it hasn’t be IES WHILE THE FIREPLACE IS STILL HOT! Let installed, refer to the instructions further the fi...

  • Page 10: Fireplace Control Devices

    OWNER’S Owner’s Information INFORMATION Fireplace Control Devices How to Ensure Your Fireplace Cannot Be Turned ON Inadvertently There are two ways to control your fi replace. 1. Thermostatic Remote Control; You can use one of the two following methods to ensure that your fi...

  • Page 11: Remote Control Operation

    OWNER’S Remote Control Operation INFORMATION NOTE: Before using the remote control system for IMPORTANT: BEFORE YOU BEGIN, please note that on this system, the settings of time, temperature and the fi rst time, the receiver and the handset must be automatic ON/OFF can only be programmed when synchronized.
  • Page 12 OWNER’S Remote Control Operation INFORMATION MODES OF OPERATION • Press and hold (small fl ame) button to decrease fl ame height or • Briefl y pressing the SET button to set the appliance at pilot fl ame. changes the mode of operation in •...
  • Page 13 OWNER’S Remote Control Operation INFORMATION SETTING THE ON / OFF TEMPERATURES SETTING THE “NIGHTTIME SETBACK” SETTING THE “DAYTIME” TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE Default Settings: (sun), 23ºC / 74ºF Default Settings: (moon), “ ” (OFF) TEMP T E M P • Briefl y press SET button to scroll to •...
  • Page 14 OWNER’S Remote Control Operation INFORMATION SETTING PROGRAM TIMERS SETTING P1 OFF TIME • You can program two periods of time between 12:00 • Briefl y press SET button to scroll am and 11:50 pm in each 24-hour cycle. to TIMER (moon) while the •...
  • Page 15 OWNER’S Remote Control Operation INFORMATION Timer Programming Example (default temperatures shown) 4:00 p.m.— 6:00 a.m.— 8:00 a.m.— 10:00 p.m.— 6:00 a.m.— Start time Start time End time End time Start time Set temp 40˚F Set temp 74˚F Set temp 74˚F Set temp 40˚F AUTOMATIC TURN DOWN...

  • Page 16: Wall Switch Operation

    OWNER’S Wall Switch Operation INFORMATION The Wall Switch can be used to TO ADJUST FLAME HEIGHT control your fi replace. You can turn the pilot on or off and you can • Press and hold large fl ame increase or decrease the fl ame button to gradually increase height.

  • Page 17: Lighting Instructions

    OWNER’S Lighting Instructions INFORMATION FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand, remote control, or wall switch. Follow these instructions exactly.

  • Page 18: Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

    QUALIFIED Commonwealth of Massachusetts INSTALLER State of Massachusetts Carbon Monoxide 3. SIGNAGE. A metal or plastic identifi cation plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the Detector/Vent Terminal Signage building at a minimum height of eight (8) feet above Requirements grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled...
  • Page 19 QUALIFIED Commonwealth of Massachusetts INSTALLER (d) MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS - GAS EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM NOT PROVIDED. When the manufacturer of a Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment does not provide the parts for venting the fl ue gases, but identifi...

  • Page 20: Specifi Cations

    QUALIFIED Specifi cations INSTALLER Approval & Codes The supply pressure must be between the limits shown in This appliance is certifi ed to ANSI Z21.88-2014/CSA the Ratings section above. 2.33-2014 American National Standard / CSA Standard The supply connection is for Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters for use in Canada 3/8”...

  • Page 21: Overview

    QUALIFIED Overview INSTALLER Note: This appliance may be installed in outdoor, weather protected environments as defi ned in the GV60CKO Outdoor Conversion Kit instruction manual. Remote Framing—See Framing Requirements Handset Mantel—See Mantel & Hearth Clearances Wall Holder 1/2 inch thick non-combustible cement board –...

  • Page 22: Dimensions & Location

    QUALIFIED Dimensions & Location INSTALLER Dimensions 72” (1829 mm) 66-1/4” (1683 mm) Center Line LDK HeatShift Duct Kit outlets (remove plates) Top View Heat shield required for 18-5/8” rear vent (473 mm) outlet applications Zero Clearance 15-1/1 16” Stand-Offs (382 m 6-5/8”...

  • Page 23: Mantel & Hearth Clearances

    QUALIFIED Mantel & Hearth Clearances INSTALLER Combustible Mantel—Left Side View Ceiling Note: Use of the optional LDK HeatShift Duct Kits aff ects mantel and hearth clearances. See instructions packed Mantel Projection with LDK kits. (from Face of Cement Board) 0 2” 4” 6” 8” 10” 12” 54”...
  • Page 24 QUALIFIED Mantel & Hearth Clearances INSTALLER Combustible Sidewall / Mantel Leg—Top View FIREPLACE Face of Finished Wall Fireplace Opening 64” (1626 mm) Wall Min. 4” (102 mm) to wall or combustible mantel leg...

  • Page 25: Framing Requirements

    QUALIFIED Framing Requirements INSTALLER Framing Dimensions NOTE: Height of cavity may be Between underside affected by vent configuration - see page 26 of header and bottom of firebox 1/2” thick non-combustible cement board required above, on each side and below engine opening (NOT supplied) NOTE: This unit requires a 48”...
  • Page 26 QUALIFIED Framing Requirements INSTALLER Framing with Partial Shelf— Top Outlet 15-3/16” (386 mm) Approx. 10-3/4” (274 mm) from back surface of wall finish to front surface of appliance case w/no vent offset 1/2” thick Min. 1” non-combustible (25.4 mm) Cement Board clearance to combustibles around...
  • Page 27 QUALIFIED Framing Requirements INSTALLER Venting Considerations—Vertical Takeoff Notes—ALL venting considerations • Dimensions of venting are based on Minimum 24” pipe section using Dura-Vent elbows. Elbow curve between elbows radius dimensions will vary when using other brands. In general, other brands have slightly bigger radius.

  • Page 28: Venting

    QUALIFIED Venting INSTALLER Top or Rear Outlet Framing Vent in Combustible Walls & Ceilings This unit is supplied with a top vent outlet which can be fi eld-converted to a rear vent outlet. See Appliance When penetrating through combustible walls and Preparation section for more information.

  • Page 29: Co-Axial Venting

    QUALIFIED Co-axial Venting INSTALLER Typical Co-axial Venting Components HORIZONTAL TERMINATION 2-PIECE WALL THIMBLE PIPE 90˚ ELBOW LENGTH VERTICAL TERMINATION PIPE STORM LENGTH COLLAR FLASHING 90˚ ELBOW ATTIC INSULATION SHIELD HORIZONTAL TERMINATION ATTIC FIRESTOP CEILING FIRESTOP 2-PIECE Rear Outlet WALL THIMBLE PIPE PIPE LENGTH LENGTH...
  • Page 30 QUALIFIED Co-axial Venting INSTALLER How to Read the Venting Chart 6. Each 90 degrees elbow installed on the horizontal plane is equivalent to a 3 feet horizontal pipe; The chart below applies to co-axial roof or wall therefore, 3 feet must be subtracted from allowable termination.
  • Page 31 QUALIFIED Co-axial Venting INSTALLER Restrictor The restrictor is located in the roof of the fi rebox hidden above the top liner panel. Adjust the restrictor before installation of the top liner panel. Should subsequent adjustment be required, you will need to remove some of the liner panels and brackets—see page 41.
  • Page 32 QUALIFIED Co-axial Venting INSTALLER Horizontal Vent Termination Location or a safety hazard. Local codes or regulations may require greater clearances. • The vent terminal must be located on an outside • The vent terminal must not be recessed into a wall wall or through the roof.

  • Page 33: Installation Planning

    QUALIFIED Co-axial Venting INSTALLER Vertical Vent Termination Overhang should not extend beyond vent if within 48” of Horizontal Roof Minimum termination cap overhang Pitch "H" (feet) Flat to 7/12 Termination Min. 24” Over 7/12 to (unvented soffit) 1.5' 8/12 Min. 36” Vertical Min.

  • Page 34: Plan Wall Finish

    QUALIFIED Installation Planning INSTALLER Plan Wall Finish Non-combustible cement board Gypsum board up to perimeter The L3 Linear fi replace requires a 1/2” of cement board (13 mm) thick non-combustible cement Min. 74-1/8” board to be used as a wall surface (1883 mm) immediately surrounding the unit on each 64-1/8”...

  • Page 35: Installation

    QUALIFIED Installation Planning INSTALLER Cracking wall fi nishes • Always pre-drill screw holes through cement board and use screws with self-milling head. We recommend installing the optional LDK • Always use tape over joints. HeatShift Duct Kit to reduce the wall temperatures and minimize the possibility of cracking wall •...

  • Page 36: Remove Heat Shield

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Remove Heat Shield Fit optional LDK HeatShift Duct Kit’s take-off collars to appliance (if used) Remove the heat shield from the top of the appliance case (3 screws). If using a rear outlet, keep the shield See installation instructions packed with the LDK kits to reinstall after converting the top to rear outlet—see for details.

  • Page 37: Remove Window

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Remove Window The window is held in place by a spring-loaded lever on each side. 1. To remove the window, locate the levers on each side of the window towards the top. Using your Window frame fi nger, pull the lever towards you and unhook it from the window frame bracket.

  • Page 38: Install Electrical Wiring (For Optional Accessories)

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Electrical Wiring (for optional 2. Provide a steel surface mount electrical utility box (Iberville BC 1110 or equivalent), thread cable accessories) through knock-out in the end of box and through the This section provides information to install the electric cable clamp locking ring (if used).

  • Page 39: Set-Up Gas Supply

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER 7. Pull the excess cable back through the cable clamp and tighten the locking ring to the cable clamp. Alternate clamp without locking ring may be used - ensure the proper clamp is used for the type of cable used.
  • Page 40 QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Pressure test the supply line for leaks. The appliance and its individual shut-off valve must be Window Flexible disconnected from the gas supply piping system during connector any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in supplied excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).

  • Page 41: Install Liners

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Liners a) Identify the right side outer section. From the middle of the fi rebox, insert the section upwards All L3 liners install in the manner outlined below with the behind the top railing and place it on the ledge exception of the 1825RGL Refl...
  • Page 42 QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER 4. The top panel is supplied in two identical sections. The sections are beveled and the smooth black ‘fi re side’ is notched at the front and straight at the back. When installed, the top panel rests on the front and back railings.

  • Page 43: Install Driftwood Kit 1800Dwk

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Driftwood Kit 1800DWK NOTE: Ensure the area within the pilot shield is clear of vermiculite. Material required • Driftwood Kit, which contains: ◊ Left and right steel platforms Pilot shield ◊ 7 logs ◊ 10 pebbles ◊...
  • Page 44 QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER 3. Place the center rear log fi tting the log’s pegs into the holes of the platform as indicated. 4. Place the center front log fi tting the log’s pegs into the holes of the platform as indicated. 6.
  • Page 45 QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER 7. Place the right cross log into the front notch of the 8. Place the rocks on the platform as shown below. rear log; its peg serves here as a hook to maintain it Some of the rocks can be used to hide the platform in position.

  • Page 46: Install Decorative Glass Murano 1800Dgm

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Decorative Glass Murano 1800DGM 4. Fill a small container with approximately 3 cups (750 ml) of fi reglass. Material required 5. Carefully spread the fi reglass on the surface of • Murano Glass Fire Kit, which contains: burner patting it gently with your hand to form a ◊...

  • Page 47: Refi T Window

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Refi t Window 4. Apply fi rm hand pressure around the window frame to ensure the window is sealed tight against the fi rebox. 1. To refi t the window, place it in its bottom railing. 5. If the Hot Glass Warning plate has been removed Ensure there is no glass, vermiculite or shale from the front lower corner of the window, particles in the bottom railing.

  • Page 48: Install Remote Battery And Wall Switch Kit Rbwsk (Required)

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Remote Battery and Wall Switch 4. Run harness assembly to mounted position of junction box, securing harness to framing using Kit RBWSK (required) insulated staples (not included) The Remote Battery and Wall Switch Kit is provided 5.
  • Page 49 QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER 8. Mount switch plate to junction box with 2 long 12. Position battery holder to rear face and secure screws provided. Note: switch position left or right together with cable tie. note clearance is required to suit homeowner wishes. for battery snap connection.

  • Page 50: Initialize Remote Control

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Initialize Remote Control Reset button The receiver and the handset of the remote control sys- Velcro tem must be initially synchronized before the fi rst use. Battery wall holder 1. Insert one 9 V alkaline battery in the handset. connection 2.

  • Page 51: Install Plinth Support Bracket

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install Plinth Support Bracket Plinth support Install the plinth support bracket hooking it up to the bracket stiff ener bracket located behind the front panel, as shown. Stiff ener bracket Install Trim and Barrier Screen Install the trim on the fi replace. Install as well the barrier screen which is provided with the trim.

  • Page 52: Wiring Diagram

    QUALIFIED Wiring Diagram INSTALLER Remote Battery Holder Wall 4 AA Switch Batteries 5-pin connector 9-Volt connector GV60 Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 53: Approved Venting Components

    QUALIFIED Approved Venting Components INSTALLER Approved Direct Vent Suppliers - Valor Models 1800 Venting Parts Code / availability by Manufacturer Venting Parts Description Standard Co-axial 46DVA-HC 4DT-HC TM-4HT — — 4DHC round 658DVK2 940160 Deluxe Co-axial — — TM-4DHT — —...
  • Page 54 QUALIFIED Approved Venting Components INSTALLER Venting Parts Code / availability by Manufacturer Venting Parts Description Galvanized 46DVA-06 4DT-06 TC-4DL6 SV4L6 94610606 6” long — — — Black 46DVA-06B 4DT-06(B) TC-4DL6B SV4LB6 90410606B Galvanized 7” long — — — — — —...

  • Page 55: Warranty

    1. Extended Warranty Coverage For a period of up to ten (10) years, Miles Industries Ltd., (the “Company”) or its appointed distributor will at its option pay the initial owner for the repair of, or will exchange the following parts or components which are found to be defective in material or workmanship...

  • Page 56: Spare Parts

    OWNER’S Spare Parts INFORMATION Description Part No. Description Part No. Heat shield 4003049 Gaskets module plate, short (2) 4004749 45 degrees fl anged elbow 0945M Gaskets module plate, long (2) 3000400 Elbow gasket 4002999 Valve mount 4002905 Top stand-off s (2) 4002985 GV60 valve assembly (natural gas) 4005082X...
  • Page 57 OWNER’S Spare Parts INFORMATION Description Part No. Description Part No. Black (2) 4006286 GV60 Valve Repair Kit 4004544 Murano Glass Fire 1800DGM LH Glass platform 4005366 RH Glass platform 4005367 Runners (4) 4005498AH Middle tabs (2) 4005499AH 1/2” Clear fi reglass bags (2) 4004521 Driftwook Kit 1800DWK...
  • Page 58 OWNER’S Spare Parts INFORMATION 20a, 22a, 22b 28-32 33-34 40a, 40b...
  • Page 59 Serial Number: Date Purchase (yyyy-mm-dd): Dealer: Customer Information First Name: Last Name: Contact Information Email: Mailing Address Address: City: Province/State: Postal/Zip Code: Country: Cut out page, fi ll information, and mail to Miles Industries Ltd. Online Warranty registration at www.valorfi replaces.com...

  • Page 60: Miles Industries Ltd

    Tape Shut Fold here Postage needed Miles Industries Ltd. 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...

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