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WDV See-thru Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
Installation and Operating Instructions
Models: WDVST500NTSCSB, WDVST500PTSCSB
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
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment,
the gas supplier.
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.
782082
WDVST cover
DANGER
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from
the hot viewing glass is provided with this
appliance and shall be installed.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
DANGER
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.
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⁄
2
Un panneau vitré chaud peut
causer des brûlures.
Laissez refroidir le panneau
vitré avant d'y toucher.
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- Page 1 WDV See-thru Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Installation and Operating Instructions Models: WDVST500NTSCSB, WDVST500PTSCSB 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.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace CONTENTS Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Vermont Castings Group Fireplace. 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
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION INSTALLER OWNER Please leave these instructions with the appliance. Please retain these instructions for future reference. • Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this fireplace. •... -
Page 4: Code Approval
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace IMPORTANT: 15. This appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING absence of local codes, with the National Electrical CAREFULLY Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code, It is not unusual for gas fireplace to give off CSA C22.1. -
Page 5: Pre-Installation Information
PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GAS SPECIFICATIONS & ORIFICE SIZE • Orifice This appliance has been certified for use with either Max.Input Min. Input Size natural or propane gas. See appropriate data plates. Model Fuel BTU/h BTU/h Qty. -
Page 6: Fireplace And Framing Dimensions
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION FIREPLACE AND FRAMING DIMENSIONS 8 ⁄ " 25¾" (654 mm) (221 mm) 17 ⁄ " (441 mm) Min. Rough Opening Width 1/2" or (51¾" (1314 mm) 5/8" Required Noncombustible Min. Rough Material Area Opening Height 6"... -
Page 7: Fireplace Location
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION FIREPLACE LOCATION Plan for the installation of your appliance. This includes determining where the unit is to be installed, the vent con- figuration to be used, framing and finishing details, and whether any optional accessories (i.e. blower, wall switch, or remote control) are desired. -
Page 8: Clearances To Combustibles
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES Wall Follow these instructions carefully to Stud ensure safe installation. Failure to follow Insulation instructions exactly can create a fire 12" (305 mm) Board hazard. Standoff 6" (152 mm) The appliance cannot be installed on a 12"... -
Page 9: Secure Fireplace To Floor Or Framing
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION SECURE THE FIREPLACE Never install combustible materials over The fireplace must be secured to the floor and/or to framing studs as shown in Figure 6. Use two (2) wood screws or front face of fireplace. masonry/ concrete screws to secure fireplace to the floor. -
Page 10: 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. • Installation other than permitted by these instruc- tions. Figure 7 - Combustible Clearances for Vent Pipe... -
Page 11: Installation Planning
VENT INSTALLATION WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace INSTALLATION PLANNING Never run the vent pipe level down. This There are two basic types of direct-vent installation: may cause excessive temperatures which • Horizontal Termination could cause a fire. • Vertical Termination It is important to select the proper length of vent pipe for the type of termination you choose. -
Page 12: Termination Locations
† A vent shall not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved clearances tested and approved by the listing agency. driveway which is located between two single family dwellings and 3. Vermont Castings Group assumes no responsibility for serves both dwellings the improper performance of the appliance when the venting Only permitted if veranda, porch, deck or balcony is fully open on a system does not meet these requirements. -
Page 13: How To Use The Vent Graph
VENT INSTALLATION WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace Termination Clearances Termination clearances for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors. Inside Corner Alcove Applications* Outside Corner Combustible 6" (152 mm) Combustible 6" (152 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) Balcony - Balcony - with no side wall with perpendicular side wall... -
Page 14: Vertical Sidewall Installation
VENT INSTALLATION WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace VERTICAL SIDEWALL INSTALLATION NOTE: Sealant is not required to assemble fireplace venting. Do not use silicone sealant at the inner flue exhaust connections. Step 1 Locate vent opening on the wall. It may be necessary to first position the fireplace and measure to obtain hole lo- cation. -
Page 15: Vertical/Horizontal Termination Configurations
VENT INSTALLATION WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace VERTICAL/HORIZONTAL TERMINATION CONFIGURATIONS Max. 36" (914mm) Since it is very important that the venting system main- Max. 20" tain its balance between the combustion air intake and (508mm) the flue gas exhaust, certain limitations as to vent con- 12"... -
Page 16: Below Grade Installation
VENT INSTALLATION WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace If installing a snorkel, a minimum 12" vertical rise is neces- Example: Elbow 1 = 90° sary. The maximum horizontal run with the 12" vertical pipe Elbow 2 = 45° is 36". This measurement is taken from the collar of the Elbow 3 = 45°... -
Page 17: Vertical Through-The-Roof
VENT INSTALLATION WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace • Up to two 45° elbows may be used within the horizontal run. For each 45° elbow used on the horizontal plane, the maximum horizontal length must be reduced by 18" Snorkel (450 mm). Foundation Example: Maximum horizontal length Recess... -
Page 18: Installation For Vertical Termination
VENT INSTALLATION WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace INSTALLATION FOR VERTICAL TERMINATION 1. Determine the route your vertical venting will take. If Roof Flashing ceiling joist, roof rafters or other framing will obstruct the venting system, consider an offset. Refer to Figure 22 to avoid cutting load bearing members. - Page 19 VENT INSTALLATION WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace 3. Cut a hole in the roof using the locating hole as a center TERMINATION HEIGHTS FOR VENTS ABOVE FLAT OR point. (Cover any exposed open vent pipes before SLOPED ROOFS cutting hole in roof). The 10 ⁄...
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Page 20: Flex Vent Installation
VENT INSTALLATION WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace FLEX VENT INSTALLATION UL1777 Flex Vent 1. Flexible UL1777 listed venting may be used in any venting application where rigid direct vent components can be used. All restrictions, clearances and allow- ances that pertain to the rigid piping apply to the flexible venting. - Page 21 D. Attaching flexible venting to vertical termination 2. Connect the 8" flexible vent to the termination assemblies. ring as in Figure 30. 1. When using Simpson pipe, a Vermont Castings 3. Review Figure 30 for proper overlap and clamp Group flex-to-pipe adapter (FPA) and/or rigid placement.
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Page 22: Fireplace Installation
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace FIREPLACE INSTALLATION CHECK GAS TYPE Use proper gas type for the fireplace you are installing. 100 gallon (min) If you have conflicting gas type, do not install fireplace. Propane/LP Supply External See dealer where you purchased the fireplace for proper Tank Regulator fireplace for your gas type or conversion kit. -
Page 23: Check Gas Pressure
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads. This will NOTE: The gas line connection may be made using ⁄ " prevent excess sealant from going into pipe. Excess seal- rigid tubing or an approved flex connector. Since some ant in pipe could result in clogged burner system valves. -
Page 24: Electrical Installation
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace FIREPLACE INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL WIRING COMMAND CENTER WALL INSTALLATION General The command center may be mounted on the wall with the use of the SCSWEK Kit (15ft. cable, junction box, wall 1. This fireplace is equipped with the Signature Control cover). -
Page 25: Scs Wiring Diagram
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace Light Pilot 300 Watt Max. A/C MODULE TO JUNCTION BOX IN FIREPLACE WHITE BLACK WHITE Opt. Blower BLACK BLACK Opt. Aux. WHITE GREEN 300 Watt RF Receiver Max. ON/OFF Button Control Board Black / Thermopile Red / Thermopile Sensor Conversion... -
Page 26: Optional Fan/Blower Systems
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Electrical Grounding Instructions: This Electrical connections should only be appliance is equipped with a three-prong performed by a qualified licensed electrician. (grounding) plug for your protection against Main power supply must be turned off before shock hazard and should be plugged directly connecting the fan to the main electrical into a properly grounded three-prong... -
Page 27: Glass Frame Removal
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace GLASS FRAME REMOVAL DANGER NOTE: If the safety barrier is in place, you must first remove it before you remove the glass frame. To remove the barrier, simply lift up and pull out until the tabs are clear HOT GLASS WILL of their corresponding slots on the firebox. -
Page 28: Light Installation
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace FIREPLACE INSTALLATION LIGHT INSTALLATION GLASS ONLY PLACEMENT 1. Remove the front floor screen frame by unfastening NOTE: Two (2) bags of glass are supplied with the 500 the eight (8) screws securing the front and sides. Series fireplaces. -
Page 29: Safety Barrier Installation
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace WARNING: The safety screen barrier CERTIFIED must be installed after the glass front is AFETY ARRIER in place. It is NOT a replacement for the glass and the unit must NOT be oper- ated without the glass in place. DANGER SAFETY BARRIER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS... -
Page 30: For Your Safety Read Before Lighting
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace SIGNATURE COMMAND - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING If you do not follow these instruction exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Refer to the instructions. -
Page 31: Operating Instructions
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace SIGNATURE COMMAND - 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. -
Page 32: Battery Installation
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FEATURES To Thermopile RF Receiver Command Center ON/OFF To Sensor • Easy Access Function Operation and System Configura- To Sparker tion • Operation Confirmation/Fault Diagnostic Indications (LED/ NG/LP Buzzer) Conversion • ON/OFF/HI/Med/Low Operation •... -
Page 33: System Configuration/Setup
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS SYSTEM CONFIGURATION/SETUP All System configuration/setup is done on the Command NOTE: By disabling this feature, your fireplace may con- Center. tinue to operate unattended. 2. When the master switch is in the ON position (“-"), NOTE: When using On/Off wall switch, the switch must be pressing the ON button and the OFF button on the in the ON position to perform all configuration set ups at... -
Page 34: Functions/Operation
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FUNCTIONS/OPERATION 2. Press the OFF button to decrease flame height. The first two presses will decrease the flame height to medium Turning on the fireplace and low. 1. Turn on the master switch and wait for a beep. 3. -
Page 35: Touch Screen Remote Control Operation
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace 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 tem- perature before accurate room temperatures are displayed. If the transmitter is activated from a severe cold condition, allow 15 minutes for accurate temperature readings to appear on the LCD display. -
Page 36: Functions And Operations
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace TOUCH SCREEN REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION Setting Privacy Code on Transmitter: Master Switch Figure 45 The remote transmitter privacy code is preset in factory. In the event of activation or interference from other nearby transmissions, change the code using the following proce- dures (learn function must be performed after changing the code): 1. - Page 37 WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace TOUCH SCREEN REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION 1. Press the ON/up button to turn on the fireplace. The c. Slide down on the arrow buttons to exit TIMER mode and shut off the fireplace. flame icon on the LCD displays High.
- Page 38 WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace TOUCH SCREEN REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION will automatically adjust the flame height according to the 4. After the signal is sent, the ON/up and OFF/down but- difference between the Set temperature and the Room tons become flame height controller again. temperature.
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Page 39: Safety Features
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace TOUCH SCREEN REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION new setting will be transmitted to the receiver. SAFETY FEATURES 4. After the signal is sent, the On/up and Off/down but- 1. Low Battery Detection tons become flame height controller again. When low battery condition occurs, the transmitter will 5. -
Page 40: Troubleshooting
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace TOUCH SCREEN REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION 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 41: Cleaning And Maintenance
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Turn off gas before servicing fireplace. It is recommended that a qualified service technician perform these check-ups at the beginning of each heating season Sensor BURNER, PILOT AND CONTROL Thermopile COMPARTMENT Keep the control compartment, stones and burner areas surrounding the stones clean by vacuuming or brushing at least twice a year. -
Page 42: Vent System
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE VENT SYSTEM STONES The fireplace and venting system should be inspected Vacuum surface of the stones with a brush attachment. If before initial use and at least annually by a qualified field stones must be removed for cleaning, handle carefully by service person. -
Page 43: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION FAULT ACTION 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 44: Replacement Parts
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace REPLACEMENT PARTS FIREBOX COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES Ref. Description Qty. WDVST500 Bulb (20 Watt) 20301100 Bulb Socket 73D4521K Safety Screen Barrier 20306602K Glass Frame Assembly 78D0027K Panel, Access, Door 78D0040K Junction Box Assembly (not shown) 26D2128 Accessories / Field Installed Options Porcelain Panels 78D2089 Blower Kit (Signature Command System) - Page 45 WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace REPLACEMENT PARTS SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM 780012 DVW SG parts 6/09 20306746...
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Page 46: Signature Command System
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace REPLACEMENT PARTS SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM Item Description Qty. WDVST500NTSC WDVST500PTSC Gas Valve Assembly 80D0001 80D0002 Pilot Assembly 80D0039 80D0040 Control Box 80D0018 80D0019 Command Center 80D0005 80D0005 Tube, Tee to Valve 78D2045 78D0090 Tube, Tee to Injector 78D0090 78D0091 Flexhose w/Shutoff Valve... -
Page 47: Stones
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace REPLACEMENT PARTS STONES ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY. PART NO. White Stone #1 78D0122 Light Gray Stone #2 78D0123 Dark Gray Stone #3 78D0124 Brown Stone #4 78D0125 Sand Stone #5 78D0126 Tan Stone #6 78D0127 20306746... -
Page 48: Venting Components
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace REPLACEMENT PARTS VENT COMPONENTS 730024 KHLDV vent parts 20306746... - Page 49 WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace REPLACEMENT PARTS VENT COMPONENTS FOR 5" X 8" Current Simpson Old Simpson Qty./ Duravent or Duravent or Selkirk Part Metal-Fab Item Box Description VCG Part No. VCG Part No. Part No. Horizontal Termination Cap w/Built-In Vinyl Siding BHR58TK9 Standoff Heat Deflector, Firestop and Adjustable Pipe 11"...
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Page 50: Massachusetts Residents Only
WDV See-thru Gas Fireplace 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 51: Warranty
Ceramic Fiber Logs. BASIC WARRANTY Vermont Castings Group warrants the components and materials in your gas appliance to be free from manu- facturing and material defects for a period of two years from date of installation. After installation, if any of the... -
Page 52: Efficiencies
Based on CSA P.4.1-09 EFFICIENCY RATINGS ENERGUIDE RATINGS FIREPLACE EFFICIENCY MODEL PERCENTAGE WDV500NTSC 61.0 WDV500PTSC 59.7 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.vermontcastingsgroup.com...
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