Blaze King CLARITY CL4416 Operation & Installation Manual

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CLARITY CL4416

DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE

with Intermittent Pilot Ignition (IPI)

For use with natural gas (NG) or propane (LPG)

OPERATION & INSTALLATION MANUAL

WARNING: If the information in these instructions

are not followed exactly, a ﬁ re or explosion may result

causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

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Date Installed:

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April 15, 2021

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Page 1 CLARITY CL4416 DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE with Intermittent Pilot Ignition (IPI) For use with natural gas (NG) or propane (LPG) OPERATION & INSTALLATION MANUAL WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a ﬁ re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Page 2: Safety Precautions
Page 2 CL4416 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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.
Page 3: General
CL4416 Page 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS NOTE: Failure to follow these instructions could cause a malfunction of the appliance, which could result in death, serious bodily injury, and/or property damage. GENERAL • Installation and repair should be done by a qualiﬁ ed service person. The appliance should be inspected before the ﬁ...
Page 4: Installation
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Manufactured By Valley Comfort Systems Inc. Blaze King Industries 1290 Commercial Way 146 A Street Penticton, BC V2A 3H5 Walla Walla, WA 99362 CANADA U.S.A.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
CL4416 Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS _________________________________________________________________ 2 GENERAL ..................................3 YOUR SAFETY ................................3 INSTALLATION ................................4 GENERAL INFORMATION ________________________________________________________________ 7 APPLIANCE CERTIFICATION ..........................7 INSTALLATION CODES ............................7 SPECIFICATIONS..............................7 HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION ........................7 CERTIFICATION LABEL __________________________________________________________________ 8 DIMENSIONS _____________________________________________________________________________ 9 RATING LABEL LOCATION ..........................9 INITIAL INSTALLATION __________________________________________________________________ 10 INTRODUCTION ...............................10...
Page 6 Page 6 CL4416 TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ____________________________________________________________ 41 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS ..........................41 PROFLAME 2 WALL TRANSMITTER / REMOTE OPERATION ...............42 AIR SHUTTER ................................49 MAINTENANCE and SERVICE ____________________________________________________________ 50 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ............................50 CLEANING SURFACES ............................50 CLEANING THE GLASS ............................50 SAFETY SCREEN REMOVAL / INSTALLATION ....................51 GLASS DOOR REMOVAL .............................51 BURNER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT ......................52 FUEL CONVERSION ...............................54...
Page 7: General Information
CL4416 Page 7 GENERAL INFORMATION APPLIANCE CERTIFICATION This appliance is tested and certiﬁ ed to the following US and Canadian gas appliance standards: • ANSI Z21.88 - 2017 / CSA 2.33 - 2017 Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters, • CSA 2.17 - 2017 High Altitude (Canada) •...
Page 8: Certification Label
Listed vented gas ﬁ replace heater / Poêle certiﬁ é au gaz avec évacuation MODEL / MODÈLE: Clarity CL4416 top venting appliance / Clarity CL4416 appareil ventilé vers le haut This stove is factory equipped for 0-1372 m (0-4500 ft) / Ce poêle est manufacturé et équipé pour 0-1372 m (0-4500 pied) UNITED STATES AND CANADA / ÉTATS-UNIS ET LE CANADA: Conforms to ANSI Z21.88-2017;...
Page 9: Dimensions
CL4416 Page 9 DIMENSIONS RATING LABEL LOCATION To access the rating label and lighting instructions remove the safety screen by lifting the hooks up and oﬀ of the round spacers. The rating label and lighting instructions are located below the valve access cover beneath the door, on the righthand side, near the front.
Page 10: Initial Installation
Page 10 CL4416 INITIAL INSTALLATION INTRODUCTION THIS APPLIANCE SHALL BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE AGENCY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS AND ALL APPLICABLE CODES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION. This section of the owner’s manual is for the use of qualiﬁ ed technicians only. Gas connections, clearances to combustibles, minimum appliance dimensions, electrical systems, initial setup, and venting will be covered.
Page 11 CL4416 Page 11 INITIAL INSTALLATION The heat distribution plenum venting comes pre-assembled in the crate to protect parts and to ensure proper ﬁ tment. Some disassembly is required before installation. • Once the appliance is ready to go into the framing the plenum assembly can be separated into seven individual components, until then the assembly can be kept...
Page 12: Gas Line Connection
Page 12 CL4416 INITIAL INSTALLATION GAS LINE CONNECTION The gas line can run to either side of the appliance. See previous page for gas inlet locations, see “DIMENSIONS” for exact location. Have your gas supplier or a qualiﬁ ed gas ﬁ tter run a gas supply line to the gas appliance.
Page 13: Clearances & Non-Combustible Facing
CL4416 Page 13 INITIAL INSTALLATION CLEARANCES & NON-COMBUSTIBLE FACING As the heat distribution plenum comes standard with the CL4416, no non-combustible facing material is required around the ﬁ rebox ﬁ nishing ﬂ ange. As well, drywall can be installed right up to the ﬁ rebox and heat distribution plenum ﬁ...
Page 14 Page 14 CL4416 INITIAL INSTALLATION Fig. 5b Typical 8ft Ceiling - Floor Installation Fig. 5c Typical 8ft Ceiling - Raised Installation 180-CL4416_v1.00 April 15, 2021...
Page 15 CL4416 Page 15 INITIAL INSTALLATION Fig. 5d Typical 9ft Ceiling - Floor Installation Fig. 5e Typical 9ft Ceiling - Raised Installation 180-CL4416_v1.00 April 15, 2021...
Page 16: Vent Termination Location
Page 16 CL4416 INITIAL INSTALLATION VENT TERMINATION LOCATION • In heavy snowfall areas make sure vent termination is located where it will not be blocked by snowfall or snow from snow removal equipment. • Locate vent termination away from plants, bushes, or any other object on or near the vent termination that will interfere or obstruct the air ﬂ...
Page 17: Floor Protection
CL4416 Page 17 INITIAL INSTALLATION FLOOR PROTECTION This appliance may be installed on a combustible ﬂ oor. If the appliance is to be installed directly on carpeting, tile, or other combustible materials other than wood ﬂ ooring, then a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the appliance must be installed.
Page 18: Corner Installation
Page 18 CL4416 INITIAL INSTALLATION CORNER INSTALLATION Shown below are the minimum clearances in Fig. 8. Do not interfere with the structural integrity of wall construction. Fig. 8 Dimensions for a Corner Installation 180-CL4416_v1.00 April 15, 2021...
Page 19: Flex Venting
CL4416 Page 19 INITIAL INSTALLATION FLEX VENTING This appliance is certiﬁ ed to work with aluminum co-axial ﬂ ex venting; ﬁ gure out your venting conﬁ guration to determine which option is correct for your particular setup, see “APPROVED CO-AXIAL VENT CONFIGURATIONS”.
Page 20: Tv Installation And Tv Recess
Page 20 CL4416 INITIAL INSTALLATION TV INSTALLATION AND TV RECESS If mounting a TV above the appliance some considerations must be made to ensure it is protected from the heat. Make sure there is 2” (51 mm) of clearance around the sides and top of the TV to allow for airﬂ ow. A mantel extending 2 1/2”...
Page 21: Appliance Installation
CL4416 Page 21 INITIAL INSTALLATION APPLIANCE INSTALLATION 1. Slide the appliance into the framing. (Fig. 12) 2. Secure the appliance to the framing using the four nailing ﬂ anges (hardware not provided). (Fig. 13) 3. Secure the two plenum ducts to the appliance using 12 screws (from manual kit).
Page 22: Heat Plenum Installation
Page 22 CL4416 INITIAL INSTALLATION HEAT PLENUM INSTALLATION If the plenum assembly has not being disassembled for installation then see Fig. 4 before proceeding. 1. Slide the plenum Fig. 15 hanger into the framing, use the middle hole to align the hanger to the center.
Page 23 CL4416 Page 23 INITIAL INSTALLATION 5. If adding additional Heat Duct Extension Kits S.Z5613 and/or S.Z5614, then do the following otherwise go to step 7. Screw the extension ducts together using screws supplied with the kit (12 screws). (Fig. 19) 6.
Page 24: Direct Vent
Page 24 CL4416 INITIAL INSTALLATION DIRECT VENT THIS APPLIANCE HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO DRAW ROOM AIR AND DISCHARGE HEATED AIR FROM THE OPENINGS AROUND THE FINISHING EDGE. BLOCKING OR MODIFYING THESE OPENINGS IN ANY WAY CAN CREATE HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS. ONLY APPROVED DIRECT VENT MAY BE USED FOR INSTALLATION OF THIS APPLIANCE.
Page 25: Vent Termination Restrictions
CL4416 Page 25 INITIAL INSTALLATION VENT TERMINATION RESTRICTIONS Fig. 23 Vent Termination Restrictions, refer to Table 1 Table 1 Vent Termination Clearances 180-CL4416_v1.00 April 15, 2021...
Page 26: Approved Venting Parts
Page 26 CL4416 INITIAL INSTALLATION APPROVED VENTING PARTS The appliance has been tested and certiﬁ ed for use with M&G DuraVent DirectVent Pro, ICC EXCELDirect, Selkirk Direct-Temp, Amerivent AMP DV, and Olympia Ventis DV venting systems. Refer to the table below for part numbers of commonly used parts for both venting systems.
Page 27: Allowable Co-Axial Configurations
CL4416 Page 27 INITIAL INSTALLATION ALLOWABLE CO-AXIAL CONFIGURATIONS The ﬁ gure below shows the range of venting options using either vertical or horizontal terminations; any layout that remains within the shaded area is acceptable. Having the fewest number of elbows is ideal as they tend to restrict air ﬂ...
Page 28: Exhaust Restrictor Setting
Page 28 CL4416 INITIAL INSTALLATION EXHAUST RESTRICTOR SETTING When installing this appliance it may be necessary to adjust the restrictor in the ﬁ rebox to control the combustion and ﬂ ame appearance. The appliance factory setting is the 1st slot (0%) as shown in Fig.
Page 29: Horizontal Termination
CL4416 Page 29 INITIAL INSTALLATION HORIZONTAL TERMINATION NOTE: Any wall or ceiling penetrations shall follow building code and or pipe manufactures requirements for insulation and vapor barrier installation. • A MINIMUM OF 12” [305 mm] VERTICAL RISE PLUS AN ELBOW IS REQUIRED WHEN HORIZONTALLY TERMINATING Wall Thimble WITH AN APPROVED VENT CAP.
Page 30: Vertical Termination
Page 30 CL4416 INITIAL INSTALLATION 4. With the hole now framed, the wall thimble installed, and the vent pipe extending into the wall, proceed to the outside. Attach the termination to the vent pipe using RTV and Mil-Pac or Rutland No 78 Stove and Gasket Cement to seal joints.
Page 31 CL4416 Page 31 INITIAL INSTALLATION 6. Once the vent pipe sections have been joined and extended up through the hole in the roof, slip an elbow strap over the exposed sections, bend the support straps outwards, and push the elbow strap down to the roof level, as shown in Fig.
Page 32 Page 32 CL4416 INITIAL INSTALLATION NOTES: 1. If an oﬀ set is necessary in the attic to avoid obstructions, it is important to support the vent pipe every 3’ (914 mm) to avoid excessive stress on the elbows, and possible separation. Wall straps are available for this purpose (Fig.
Page 33: Electrical Requirements
CL4416 Page 33 INITIAL INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS The appliance must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1, Safety Standards For Electrical Installations, or The National Electrical Code ANSI / NFPA 70 in the US.
Page 34 Page 34 CL4416 INITIAL INSTALLATION This appliance needs a hardwired power connection in order for the unit to operate. There is also a battery pack that requires four AA batteries in the event of a loss of power. ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE BY A CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN. The electrical cover and box is at the bottom left hand side of the appliance, see “DIMENSIONS”...
Page 35: Secondary Installation
CL4416 Page 35 SECONDARY INSTALLATION FLOOR GLASS INSTALLATION 1. Unpack the ﬂ oor glass. Handle the ﬂ oor glass by the edges to prevent smudges, wear clean vinyl gloves if possible. 2. Position the ﬂ oor glass into the ﬁ rebox at an angle, shiny side up, with the center burner curve in front.
Page 36: Ember Shield Installation
Page 36 CL4416 SECONDARY INSTALLATION 4. Push the ﬂ oor glass against the stops on the two rear ﬂ oor glass support brackets. (Fig. 36) The ceramic ﬂ oor glass should now be centered in the ﬁ rebox with an equal gap on either end, and tight against the stops on the two rear glass support brackets.
Page 37: Ember Media Installation
CL4416 Page 37 SECONDARY INSTALLATION EMBER MEDIA INSTALLATION ENSURE THERE IS NO MEDIA IN THE PROTECTED PILOT AREA OF THE BURNER. SEE “EMBER SHIELD INSTALLATION” ON THE PREVIOUS PAGE. EMBER SHIELD Fig. 38 Ensure that the ember shield is in place before spreading the embers on the burner plates, see “EMBER SHIELD INSTALLATION”...
Page 38: Plenum Trim Frame Installation
Page 38 CL4416 SECONDARY INSTALLATION PLENUM TRIM FRAME INSTALLATION The plenum trim frame is adjustible and can accomodate facing thicknesses from .5” (13mm) to 1.25” (32 mm). The plenum trim frame may be painted to match the wall color using a high temp paint. Fig.
Page 39: Optional Installations
CL4416 Page 39 OPTIONAL INSTALLATIONS OPTIONAL REAR GLASS INSTALLATION 1. If applicable, turn oﬀ the appliance and electrical power. Allow the appliance to cool down completely. 2. If applicable, remove the safety screen and glass door. 3. If applicable, remove log pieces and set aside.
Page 40: Optional Side Glass Installation
Page 40 CL4416 OPTIONAL INSTALLATIONS OPTIONAL SIDE GLASS INSTALLATION 1. Position the side glass support in the ﬁ rebox. (Fig. 46) Hang the side glass support onto the glass support bracket. (Fig. 47) 2. Handle the side glass by the edges to prevent smudging, wear clean vinyl gloves if possible.
Page 41: Operating Instructions
CL4416 Page 41 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 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. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light the pilot by hand.
Page 42: Proflame 2 Wall Transmitter / Remote Operation
Page 42 CL4416 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PROFLAME 2 WALL TRANSMITTER / REMOTE OPERATION Intermittent Pilot Ignition (IPI) Only included and used for the CL4416. The Proﬂ ame 2 Wall Transmitter is an integrated part of the Proﬂ ame 2 System, which consists of these elements: A Proﬂ...
Page 43: Wall Mounting
CL4416 Page 43 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WALL MOUNTING The Proﬂ ame remote control is supplied with an adapter for wall mounting. Install the controller 1.5 m above ﬂ oor level, well away from heat sources, kitchens, doors or windows. Metallic structures or radio interferences can reduce the operative distance of the device.
Page 44 Page 44 CL4416 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Turn on the Appliance With the system OFF, press the ON/OFF Key on the Transmitter. The Transmitter display will show some other active Icons on the screen. At the same time the Receiver will activate the appliance. A single “beep” from the Receiver will conﬁ...
Page 45 CL4416 Page 45 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Room Thermostat (Transmitter Operation) The Remote Control can operate as a room thermostat. The thermostat can be set to a desired temperature to control the comfort level in a room. To activate this function, press the Thermostat Key (Fig. 51). The LCD display on the Transmitter will change to show that the room thermostat is “ON”...
Page 46 Page 46 CL4416 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Blower Speed Control (If the appliance is equipped with a blower.) The speed of the blower can be controlled by the Proﬂ ame system. The blower speed can be adjusted through six (6) speeds. To activate this function use the Mode Key (Fig. 51) to index to the blower control icon (Fig.
Page 47 CL4416 Page 47 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Split Flow Control The secondary burner is controlled by the Split Flow. To activate this function use the Mode Key (Fig. 51) to index to the SPLIT FLOW mode icon (Fig. 69 & 70). Pressing the Up Arrow Key will activate the secondary burner.
Page 48 Page 48 CL4416 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Continuous Pilot/Intermittent Pilot (CPI/IPI) selection With the system in “OFF” position press the Mode Key (Fig. 51) to index to the CPI mode icon (Fig. 73 & 74). When enabled it will act as a standing pilot unit with an automatic shutoﬀ timer that will turn the pilot oﬀ after 7 days.
Page 49: Air Shutter
CL4416 Page 49 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AIR SHUTTER The air shutter plays an important role in ﬂ ame appearance and combustion quality. The shutter adjusts how much air gets mixed with the gas before it ignites. Adjustments can be made to accommodate various climates and vent conﬁ...
Page 50: Maintenance And Service
Page 50 CL4416 MAINTENANCE and SERVICE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Regularly: • Clean and remove any lint accumulations or debris from the grills and combustion or convection air passage ways. • Keep the appliance area free from combustible materials, such as paper, wood, clothing, gasoline, ﬂ...
Page 51: Safety Screen Removal / Installation
CL4416 Page 51 MAINTENANCE and SERVICE SAFETY SCREEN REMOVAL / INSTALLATION This appliance is supplied with a pre- installed safety screen. If the safety screen becomes damaged it must be replaced with OEM part number Z1745. For installation, cleaning, and burner removal, the safety screen and glass door must be removed: 1.
Page 52: Glass Door Replacement
Page 52 CL4416 MAINTENANCE and SERVICE GLASS DOOR REPLACEMENT The glass in this appliance is a 5 mm anti-reﬂ ective high temperature ceramic glass that will easily withstand the heat that is produced. In the event the glass breaks or cracks, contact your dealer to arrange for your glass door to be replaced with an OEM factory replacement (see “PARTS LIST”).
Page 53 CL4416 Page 53 MAINTENANCE and SERVICE 5. Remove the ﬂ oor glass and set it aside. (Fig. 86) 6. Remove the dual rear burner assembly by removing the ﬁ ve screws shown in Fig. 87. Slide the burner assembly to the right FLOOR GLASS to disengage the plenum from the primary air box.
Page 54: Fuel Conversion
Page 54 CL4416 MAINTENANCE and SERVICE FUEL CONVERSION THIS CONVERSION KIT SHALL BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE AGENCY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS AND ALL APPLICABLE CODES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION. IF THE INFORMATION IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE, EXPLOSION OR PRODUCTION OF CARBON MONOXIDE MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
Page 55 CL4416 Page 55 MAINTENANCE and SERVICE 4. Convert the SIT gas valve: a) Use a T-20 driver to remove the two screws that hold the stepper regulator to the gas valve and disconnect the wire harness from the IFC. b) Remove the rubber regulator diaphragm that is situated between the stepper regulator and the valve body.
Page 56: Valve Removal & Installation
Page 56 CL4416 VALVE REMOVAL & INSTALLATION TO BE DONE BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY 1. Turn oﬀ the appliance and electrical power. Allow the appliance to cool down completely. 2. Remove the safety screen as shown in “SAFETY SCREEN REMOVAL / INSTALLATION” and remove the valve access cover as shown in “GLASS DOOR REMOVAL”...
Page 57: Parts List
CL4416 Page 57 PARTS LIST ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION Fig. 93 Z5615 PLENUM FLUSH TRIM FRAME Z5531 DOOR ASSEMBLY Z1745 SAFETY SCREEN ASSEMBLY Z5606 FIREBOX FLUSH TRIM FRAME 5580 FIREBOX BAFFLE 130-0603 MAGIC BLACK FLOOR GLASS Z5529 REAR BURNER ASSEMBLY Z5519 FRONT BURNER ASSEMBLY 600-584-665...
Page 58: Troubleshooting
Page 58 CL4416 TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTIC FLASH CODES ON IFC CONTROL 1. Fail to ignite: If there is no positive ignition, the board will go into lock out and the LED will blink 3 times in intervals until the system is reset. 2.
Page 59 CL4416 Page 59 TROUBLESHOOTING Please check to make sure the instructions are followed exactly before attempting trouble shooting of the appliance. TROUBLESHOOTING AND SERVICING OF GAS AND ELECTRICAL DEVICES OF THE APPLIANCE SHOULD ONLY BE CONDUCTED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION...
Page 60 Page 60 CL4416 TROUBLESHOOTING IFC or transmitter batteries are • Replace the batteries A maximum number of failed • Remove any possible blocking conditions. See “locking No reaction to command ignitions or ﬂ ame restorations conditions” have been reached • See how to reset the board from Lockout No communication between the •...
Page 61: Warranty
Blaze King and its respective brands extend the following warranty for gas appliances purchased from an authorized Blaze King dealer and installed in the United States of America or Canada. Warranty starts with date of purchase by the original owner (End User) except as noted for replacement parts.
Page 62 Blaze King is the manufacturer of the Blaze King line of heating products. At Blaze King, our commitment to the highest level of quality and customer service is the most important thing we do. Each Blaze King stove is built on a tradition of using only the ﬁ...
Page 63 WARRANTY If you are not satisﬁ ed with the service provided by the Blaze King dealer, write to Blaze King at the address listed on the last page of the Owner’s Manual. Include a copy of the original purchase invoice and a description of the problem.
Page 64 Labor rates are set per component and as such total labor costs may not be covered. 26. If a defect or problem is determined by Blaze King to be non warrantable, Blaze King will not be liable for travel costs for service work.
Page 65: Notes
CL4416 Page 65 NOTES 180-CL4416_v1.00 April 15, 2021...

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