B-vent specialty series natural vent gas fireplaces (32 pages)
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B-Vent Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplace Models: 400BBVNV/PV/NE/PE/NSC/PSC, 400SBVNV/PV/NE/PE/NSC/PSC, 500SBVNV/PV/NE/PE/NSC/PSC WARNING Installation & Operating 4037 IF THE INFORMATION IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IS BBV SBV cover Instructions NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION 9/08 MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PER- SONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
TABLE OF CONTENTS BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of an MHSC Fireplace Please read the Installation and Operation Instructions before using the appliance! IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation.
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces 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. •...
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Continued on Page 4 14. Do not use any solid fuels (wood, coal, paper, card- IMPORTANT: board, etc.) in this fireplace. Use only the gas type indicated on rating plate. PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY 15.
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces PRODUCT FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GAS SPECIFICATIONS & ORIFICE SIZE Max.Input Min. Input Orifice • This appliance has been certified for use with either Model Fuel BTU/h BTU/h Size natural or propane gas. See appropriate data plates. 400BBVNV Nat.
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces FIREPLACE & FRAMING DIMENSIONS FIREPLACE FRAMING Firebox framing can be built before or after the appliance is set in place. Construct firebox framing following Figures 2 or 3 for your specific installation requirements. Refer to Figures 2 & 3 for firebox dimensions.
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BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces FIREPLACE & FRAMING DIMENSIONS Min. Rough Opening 6” Depth B-Vent 21” (533 mm) 21 ” ” (546 mm) 1/2” or 5/8” (341 mm) 6 ” Drywall (165 mm) Spacers D - Min. Rough Opening Width Min. Rough Opening Height 38" 38 ” 1/2" or 5/8" (965 mm) (978 mm) Drywall 34”...
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION FIREPLACE LOCATION Plan for the installation of your appliance. This includes determining where the unit is to be installed, the vent configuration to be used, framing and finishing details, and whether any optional acces- sories (i.e.
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces SECURE FIREPLACE TO FLOOR OR FRAMING The fireplace must be secured to the floor and/or to framing studs Framing as shown in Figure 5. Use two (2) wood screws or masonry/con- crete screws to secure fireplace 1/2”...
Attach the strap toward the • Installation of any component part not manufac- bottom of the flue section and pull taut for proper tured or approved by MHSC. tension to the firebox. • Installation other than permitted by these instruc- Attaching 6”...
VENTING INSTALLATION BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces FIRESTOPS • NOTICE: When installing in a chase, you should insu- Locate chimney centerline dimension from a com- late the chase as you would the outside walls of your bustible back wall. Figures 2 & 3. Minimum firestop home.
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces OUTSIDE COMBUSTION AIR NOTE: The use of outside air for combus- tion is optional unless required by building codes. It is only necessary to supply outside combustion air to one side of fireplace. Use model OAC4 combustion air kit (refer to Page Duct Extend- 17).
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces COMBUSTION AIR ASSEMBLY MODEL OAC-4 COMBUSTION AIR ASSEM- DO NOT remove the cover if the outside air will not be connected. 1. Remove the cover plate from the 4” outlet opening location on the left outside of the fireplace. 2.
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces FIREPLACE INSTALLATION CHECK GAS TYPE Use proper gas type for the fireplace you are installing. If you have conflicting gas types, do not install fireplace. See dealer where you purchased the fireplace for proper fireplace for your gas type.
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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces A manual shut-off valve must be installed Only persons licensed to work with gas upstream of the appliance. Union tee and piping may make the necessary gas plugged 1/8” NPT pressure tapping point connections to this appliance.
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces CHECK GAS PRESSURE & ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION - MILLIVOLT 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas sup- ply is different from the fireplace, STOP! Do not install the appliance.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces REMOTE WALL MOUNTED SWITCH A remote wall switch and up to fifteen (15) feet of 18 Ga. wire may be used with this appliance. Attach the wall switch in a junction box at the desired location on the wall. Figure 18. Do not extend beyond the wall switch wire length provided.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces ELECTRONIC PILOT IGNITION WIRING Do not connect 110-120V AC to the Re- mote Wall Switch. The appliance will malfunction or destroyed. Figure 19 - FP2027 Electronic Ignition System Wiring Diagram REMOTE WALL SWITCH Position the wall switch.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - MILLIVOLT BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal in- jury or loss of life. A.
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - MILLIVOLT LIGHTING PILOT FOR THE FIRST TIME APPROVED LEAK TESTING METHOD If using a soap and water solu- You may check for gas leaks with the following methods only: tion to test for leaks, DO NOT •...
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - MILLIVOLT LIGHTING BURNER MAIN BURNER SWITCH The “ON/OFF” switch for the main burner can be found behind the door of the fireplace. This switch allows you to turn on and to turn off the main burner without using the gas valve knob.
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - ELECTRONIC IGNITION FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal in- jury or loss of life. A.
SIGNATURE COMMAND - CHECK GAS PRESSURE and ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces 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.
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces SIGNATURE COMMAND - ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION JUNCTION BOX WIRING 1. This should be done before framing the fireplace. Wire the receptacle into an electrical circuit. Wire with mini- mum 60° C wire in accordance with prevailing codes. 2.
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Pilot RF Receiver ON/OFF Button Control Board 6V AC Black / Thermopile Adapter Red / Thermopile Sensor Conversion NG/LP Spill Switch Ignitor / Sparker Plug-in Connector Control Board to Command Center OFF/LO ON/HI Master Switch Plug-in Connector NOTE: Wall switch wires must be con- Command Center Optional Stepper Motor to nected together if a wall switch is not Control Board Wall Switch Ground...
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - SIGNATURE COMMAND 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.
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - SIGNATURE COMMAND 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.
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS To Thermopile RF Receiver FEATURES ON/OFF To Sensor Command Center To Sparker • Easy Access Function Operation and System Configuration NG/LP • Operation Confirmation/Fault Diagnostic Indications (LED/ Conversion Buzzer) •...
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS SYSTEM CONFIGURATION/SETUP All System configuration/setup is done on the Command Center. NOTE: When using On/Off wall switch, the switch must be in the ON position to perform all configuration set ups at the command center.
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FUNCTIONS/OPERATION Turning on the fireplace 1. Turn on the master switch and wait for a beep. 2. Press the ON button on the Command Center or turn on wall switch. Pilot will light and burner will come on High setting or last memory setting (See Turning Off Fireplace below).
FINAL INSTALLATION BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces ROCK WOOL PLACEMENT Cover with 1. Place rock wool on burner to provide glowing Rock Wool embers. For best results, pull the rock wool apart into pieces the size of a nickel or dime. Burner 2.
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces CLEANING and MAINTENANCE Thermocouple Turn off gas before servicing fireplace. It Thermopile is recommended that a qualified service technician perform these check-ups at the beginning of each heating season. BURNER, PILOT AND CONTROL COMPART- MENT Keep the control compartment, logs and burner areas Millivolt Pilot...
CLEANING and MAINTENANCE BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces VENT SYSTEM The fireplace and venting system should be inspected before initial use and at least annually by a quali- fied field service person. Inspect the external vent cap on a regular basis to make sure that no debris is interfering with the airflow.
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces TROUBLESHOOTING STANDING PILOT IGNITION SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION 1. Spark igniter A. Wire disonnected. A. Open door and check to make sure wire is connected to will not light pi- igniter. lot after repeat- B.
TROUBLESHOOTING BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces ELECTRONIC IGNITION START 1. Turn gas supply off. Check: Line voltage (120VAC) 2. Turn ON/OFF switch to “ON” Low voltage transformer (19.5 minimum VAC) Power to module (24V Normal) ON/OFF switch Wiring connections Is there a spark across Unplug ignition lead and ignitor sensor gap?
BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces TROUBLESHOOTING GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION 1. Glass soots. A. Flame impingement on A. Install log set per instructions. logs. Inspect the injector and air intake area. Make sure this area does not have any blockage from debris and clean.
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TROUBLESHOOTING BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM ACTION OPERATION 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 A No beep in about the control 8 seconds board are connected by a 2 feet or 15 AC plug is plugged to Plug the AC plug to feet cable AC mains? AC mains Flip the master switch The 5-pin connector on Repair or replace the ...
Massachusetts Residents Only — Please read and follow these special requirements BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces 2. Approved Carbon Monoxide Detectors. Each carbon NOTE REGARDING VENTED PRODUCTS monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter provisions shall comply with NFPA 720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 when installed within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
(2) years from date of installation. After installation, if any of the components manufactured by MHSC in the appliance are found to be defective in materials or workmanship, MHSC will, at its option, replace or repair the defective components at no charge to the original owner.
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