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Valor G3 Installation & Owner's Manual

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INSTALLATION & OWNER'S MANUAL
Direct Vent Gas Insert Fireplace
739MN (natural gas) / 739MP (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.
4006175-13
©2022, Miles Industries Ltd.
G3
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
with
Canadian Patent 2,717,779 issued Oct 24 2017
US Patent 10,060,624 issued Aug 28 2018
US Patent 10,935,246 issued Mar 2 2021
Please read this manual
BEFORE
operating this appliance.
INSTALLER:Leave this
manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER:Retain this
manual for future reference.
This manual contains
instructions to install the
ENGINE ONLY. A trim kit is
REQUIRED to complete the
installation. A barrier screen is
provided with the trim kit. Refer
to the manual supplied with
the 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.
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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION & OWNER’S MANUAL with Canadian Patent 2,717,779 issued Oct 24 2017 US Patent 10,060,624 issued Aug 28 2018 Direct Vent Gas Insert Fireplace US Patent 10,935,246 issued Mar 2 2021 739MN (natural gas) / 739MP (propane gas) Please read this manual DANGER BEFORE installing and...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Check Operation ............39 IMPORTANT—Register Your Warranty Adjust Aeration (if necessary) ........39 Registration of your Valor is highly recommended, Install Front, Trim and Barrier Screen ...... 40 and can be completed by scanning the QR code on Install Handset Wall Holder ........40 the serial number label placed on the front cover of Wiring Diagram .............

  • 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 the safe operation of your fi replace as well as maintenance instructions. Read carefully before operating your 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 Devices In the unlikely event that you cannot turn off your fi replace with the remote control handset, use the There are three ways to control your fi replace. wall switch (if installed); if the wall switch malfunctions 1.

  • Page 8: Using The Remote Control

    OWNER’S INFORMATION Using the Remote Control 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 9 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 10 OWNER’S INFORMATION Using the Remote Control 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 11 OWNER’S Using the Remote Control 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...

  • Page 12: Kits & Accessories

    Conversion to propane gas 739RGL Refl ective Glass Liners Other Accessories 739FBL Fluted Black Liners 1265WSK Wall Switch Kit 739VRL Valor Red Brick Liners RBWSK Remote Battery & Wall Switch Kit Barrier Inner Fronts (choose one) 755CFK Circulating Fan Kit Screen GV60CKO...

  • Page 13: Lighting Instructions

    OWNER’S Lighting Instructions INFORMATION 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 14: Servicing & Maintenance

    OWNER’S INFORMATION Servicing & Maintenance 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

    OWNER’S Servicing & Maintenance INFORMATION 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 fi replace front after maintenance. Damage caused by incorrect window installation is not covered by the Valor warranty. 1. To refi t the window, place the window to the fi rebox’s opening frame. Make sure that the wider part of the window frame is at the bottom.

  • Page 17: Checking Pilot And Burner Flames

    OWNER’S Servicing & Maintenance INFORMATION 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

    OWNER’S INFORMATION Servicing & Maintenance Replacing Batteries 2. Disconnect the battery holder. WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHANGE THE BATTER- IES WHILE THE FIREPLACE IS STILL HOT! Let the fi replace cool fi rst before touching it. CAUTION DO NOT USE a screwdriver or other metallic object to remove the batteries from the battery holder or the handset! This could cause a short circuit to the receiver.

  • Page 19: Specifi Cations

    Conversion Kits codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA The 739 G3 is supplied as natural gas or propane gas 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1. and is fi eld convertible between fuels. See instructions packaged with the conversion kit for further information.

  • Page 20: Overview

    QUALIFIED INSTALLER Overview This appliance may ONLY be installed in an existing unaltered, functioning solid-fuel burning fi replace with a working fl ue and constructed of non-combustible material. This appliance may be installed in outdoor, weather-protected environments as defi ned in the GV60CKO Outdoor Conversion Kit instruction manual.

  • Page 21: Dimensions

    QUALIFIED Dimensions INSTALLER 28-5/8” [727 mm] 19-1/2” [495 mm] 12 - 14” [305 - 357 mm] Varies with outer trim options 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...

  • Page 22: Clearances

    QUALIFIED INSTALLER Clearances WARNING WARNING Some materials or items, although safe, may discolor, shrink, warp, crack, peel, and so on because of the heat produced by the fi replace. Avoid placing candles, paintings, photos, and other items sensitive to heat around the fi replace. Combustible Mantel Clearances Mantel 1”...

  • Page 23: Venting

    QUALIFIED Venting INSTALLER Typical Vent Installation Terminal Cap See the Approved Venting Components list on page 42 of this manual. Flashing Vent Location The vent terminal must be located through the roof. This direct vent appliance is designed to operate when an undisturbed airfl...

  • Page 24: Existing Fireplace Preparation

    QUALIFIED INSTALLER Installation Planning Installer—READ THIS FIRST Only qualifi ed licensed or trained personnel 1. YOU NEED TO KNOW FROM THE should install this appliance. HOMEOWNER what accessories (surround, door, etc.) will be installed with this fi replace; WARNING 2. Unpack the appliance including items around the fi...

  • Page 25: Installation

    QUALIFIED Existing Fireplace Preparation INSTALLER Gas Line Routing Combustible Mantels Plan the routing of the gas line before proceeding. Combustible mantel clearances must conform to those Utilize the existing hole for the gas line. If the factory- required for the original solid-fuel fi replace into which built fi...

  • Page 26: Remove Window

    QUALIFIED INSTALLER Installation 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 27: Connect Venting

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Connect Venting IMPORTANT: This appliance’s venting system is room sealed and therefore, 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. Be careful not to tear or damage the liners in the process.

  • Page 28: Connect Gas Supply

    QUALIFIED INSTALLER Installation 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 19. control valve.

  • Page 29: Adjust Fuel Bed Support (If Necessary)

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Adjust Fuel Bed Support (if necessary) Moving the fl ange forward will allow more impigement/ glow/fl ame height; moving the fl ange backward will do The appliance is supplied with the fuel bed support the opposite. already installed. All fuel beds can be used with this Note: The rock support included with the Rock Set support.
  • Page 30 QUALIFIED INSTALLER Installation 4. Rotate the anchor up and out of the way and slide the right hand side panel against the fi rebox side. The panel should be parallel to the edge of the burner plate. Rotate the anchor back down to hold the panel.

  • Page 31: Install 739Lsk Traditional Logs

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install 739LSK Traditional Logs Unpack the ceramic logs very carefully to avoid damaging the fragile material. Install the logs as shown below. Please note that the position of the logs is critical to ensure proper performance of the appliance. 1.
  • Page 32 QUALIFIED INSTALLER Installation 5. Locate the top right log on the two pins on the right side of the rear log. Ensure a tight fi t against the fl at area around the pins in the rear log. 6. Place the lower end of the center right log onto the pin on the front right log.

  • Page 33: Install 739Rsk Ceramic Rocks

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install 739RSK Ceramic Rocks 3. Install the ceramic platform in the fi rebox rotating down Unpack the ceramic rocks kit very carefully to avoid to insert the front fi rst behind damaging the fragile material. Install the components the Front Support.
  • Page 34 QUALIFIED INSTALLER Installation 4. The underside of each ceramic rock is identifi ed 6. Place the left twig across the second by a number and a specifi c protruding positioning and third rocks from the left; rest its triangle. end on the glass near the edge of the platform as shown below.

  • Page 35: Install 739Dwk Driftwood Kit

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Install 739DWK Driftwood Kit 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 Unpack the driftwood kit very carefully to avoid the log forward so it is locked in position.
  • Page 36 QUALIFIED INSTALLER Installation 4. Identify the right side cross log, the longest, and Pebbles place it across the rear log. The narrow end of the Six pebbles are supplied as decorative elements. log rests in a notch of the rear log. The wide end of If used, they should be placed on the platform only.

  • Page 37: Refi T And Check Window

    Damage caused by incorrect window fi rebox. installation is not covered by the Valor 6. If the Hot Glass Warning plate has been removed warranty. from the front lower corner of the window, reinstall it by sliding it between the glass and the frame as indicated.

  • Page 38: Install Battery Holder

    QUALIFIED INSTALLER Installation 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 39: Synchronize Remote Control

    QUALIFIED Installation INSTALLER Synchronize Remote Control 2. Within the subsequent 20 seconds, press the small fl ame button ( ) on the remote handset until you hear The receiver and the handset of the remote control two short beeps confi rming the synchronization is system must be initially synchronized before the fi...

  • Page 40: Install Front, Trim And Barrier Screen

    QUALIFIED INSTALLER Installation Install Front, Trim and Barrier Screen Install the front and trim chosen by the customer for their fi replace. Install as well the barrier screen which is provided with the front. Show the customer remove the front and also how to access the controls when the front is installed.

  • Page 41: Wiring Diagram

    QUALIFIED Wiring Diagram INSTALLER Optional Wall Switch Kit 1265WSK Connector Yellow GV60 Wiring Diagram Battery Holder 4 AA Batteries...

  • Page 42: Approved Venting Components

    QUALIFIED INSTALLER 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 —...

  • Page 43: Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

    OWNER’S Commonwealth of Massachusetts INFORMATION 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 44: 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 45: 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 46: Spare Parts

    Ceramic Platform 4001832 Thermocouple 4000061 Liner Set Complete Pilot Gasket A 4000139 Fluted Black 739FBL Pilot Mount 4000138 Valor Red Brick 739VRL Pilot Gasket B 4000140 Refl ective Glass 739RGL Burner Tray 4001676 Rear Panel Pipe—Valve to Main Burner (incl. 4000065...
  • Page 47 Part Code Description Number Refl ective Glass 4005015 Filler Panel 4005018 Right Panel Fluted Black 4001813 Valor Red Brick 4001810 Refl ective Glass 4005016 Traditional Log Set Complete 739LSK Rear Log 4003787 LH Top Log 4003788 RH Top Log 4003789...
  • Page 48 OWNER’S INFORMATION Spare Parts Natural gas Propane gas propane gas natural gas 12 13 45a, 45b...

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