FMI V)GL36ST Owners Manual And Installation Manual

FMI V)GL36ST Owners Manual And Installation Manual

2-sided (see-through) vented decorative gas appliance

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2-SIDED (SEE-THROUGH), VENTED DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
PFS
NATURAL GAS MODELS (V)GL36ST AND (V)GL36STE
PROPANE/LP GAS MODELS (V)GL36STP AND (V)GL36STEP
WARNING: If the information in these instructions is
not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury or death.
— Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable
vapors or 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.
• 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 quali-
fied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
®
US
FOR YOUR SAFETY
For more information, visit www.fmiproducts.com

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  • Page 1 2-SIDED (SEE-THROUGH), VENTED DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL ® NATURAL GAS MODELS (V)GL36ST AND (V)GL36STE PROPANE/LP GAS MODELS (V)GL36STP AND (V)GL36STEP WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. FOR YOUR SAFETY — Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, altera- tion, service or maintenance can cause injury or prop- erty damage. Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures. For assistance or addi- tional information consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL CHECK LOCAL CODES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION SAVE THIS BOOK This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also con- tains information that will enable you to obtain replace- ment parts or optional accessory items when needed. Keep it with your other important papers. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indi- cated on the rating plate.
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    SAFETy INFORMATION 1. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This ap- pliance is not convertible for use with other WARNING: This product gases. contains and/or generates 2. For propane/LP fireplace, do not place propane/ chemicals known to the State LP supply tank(s) inside any structure.
  • Page 4: Dimensions

    SAFETy INFORMATION 16. Do not install fireplace directly on carpeting, vinyl tile or any combustible material other Continued than wood. The fireplace must set on a metal 11. Keep the area around your fireplace clear of or wood panel extending the full width and combustible materials, gasoline and other depth of the fireplace.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    These systems require a 6", B-type this appliance should be done venting system for operation. by a qualified service person The 6" B-type vent is not supplied by FMI well trained in the installation PRODUCTS,LLC . For installation guidelines, check your B-vent instructions.
  • Page 6: Fireplace Installation

    SELECTING LOCATION 1" (22 mm) Minimum 1" (22 mm) Minimum Clearance from Pipes Clearance to Combustibles to Combustibles Continued In selecting a location, the following precautions " must be observed: (578 mm) 19" 1. Do not connect this appliance to a chimney (483 mm) "...
  • Page 7 FMI PRODUCTS,LLC supplies this appliance with a tapered starter pipe for a snug fit. Slide B-1 type vent pipe over this starter pipe until vent pipe is fully seated.
  • Page 8 Figure 11 - Wall Switch Installation ELECTRONIC MODELS (GL36STE/EP) This appliance must be properly wired to stan- dard 120v household current through the FMI PRODUCTS,LLC provided wall switch before its Air Inlet remote control unit can be used to activate the auto- Eyebrow matic pilot ignition (turn fireplace flames ON).
  • Page 9 FIREPLACE assembly underneath the front ledge. A 1/8" NPT plugged tapping is provided on the gas control INSTALLATION valve for a test gauge connection immediately Continued upstream of the gas supply connection to the ap- pliance (see Figures 13 and 14). Pilot Gas Line Do Not Kink Pilot...
  • Page 10 FIREPLACE Shutoff Valve INSTALLATION Continued To install: 1. Remove gas line cover plate from appliance’s outer surround at the location to be used. 2. Remove insulation from inside the gas line Extension conduit sleeve. 3. Run gas line through sleeve. Typical Exterior Wall Gas 4.
  • Page 11 FIREPLACE Ignitor Flame Pilot Burner INSTALLATION Sensor 1/8" to 1/4" Continued 3/8" to 1/2" Noncombustible Facing Material Burner Do Not Block Effective Opening Figure 19 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern - "L" Shaped Electronic Assembly Metal Support Noncombustible Facing Material BURNER FLAME ADjUSTMENT The air shutter, located at the base of the main burner tube, has been factory preset to the proper...
  • Page 12 FIREPLACE Top Slot Under Frame INSTALLATION Adjustment Continued Clip OPTIONAL GLASS DOOR Adjustment Screw Glass doors are optional with this gas appliance (see Replacement Parts and Accessories, page 19). Long Pivot Pin Installing Glass Door 1. Be sure top spring clip hole is aligned with hole in fireplace frame (see Figure 21).
  • Page 13: Operating Fireplace

    OPERATING FIREPLACE 1. STOP! Read the safety information, column 1. MILLIVOLT MODELS 2. Turn wall switch to the OFF position. 3. Turn off all electric power to the appliance. FOR YOUR SAFETY 4. Open control access panel. READ BEFORE LIGHTING 5.
  • Page 14 OPERATING FIREPLACE C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob. Never use tools. If the Continued knob will not push in or turn by hand, don’t try to repair it, call a qualified service tech- TO TURN OFF GAS nician or gas supplier.
  • Page 15: Cleaning And Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about installation, WARNING: Installation and operation or troubleshooting. If so, contact FMI repair should be done by a PRODUCTS, LLC’s Technical Service Depart- ment at 1-866-328-4537. When calling please qualified service person. The...
  • Page 16: Wiring Diagrams

    WIRING DIAGRAMS PILOT THERMOPILE IGNITOR DO NOT CONNECT TO 120V N.C.SW HEAT LIMIT SWITCH TH/TP INCOMING MAIN GAS SUPPLY PILOT SAFETY WIRE WALL SWITCH (SUPPLIED) MILLIVOLT WIrING DIAGrAM PILOT INCOMING IGNITOR WALL SWITCH MAIN GAS (SUPPLIED) SUPPLY SENSOR BLACK INCOMING 120V AC WHITE (FUSE BOX...
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING MILLIVOLT SYSTEM Note: Before troubleshooting the system, make sure the gas shutoff valve is ON. The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are: 1. Loose wiring connections 2. Construction debris clogging the pilot and/or gas control valve filter OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY...
  • Page 18: Electronic Ignition System

    TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM Note: Before troubleshooting the system, make sure the gas shutoff valve is ON. The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are: 1. Loose wiring connections 2. Construction debris clogging the pilot and/or gas control valve filter OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY...
  • Page 19: Replacement Parts And Accessories

    Purchase these fireplace replacement parts and accessories from your local dealer. If they can not BURNER ASSEMBLY - 23439 supply these parts, call FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at For use with all models. 1-866-328-4537 for referral information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page ON/OFF REMOTE CONTROL KIT - of this manual.
  • Page 20 This is FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s exclusive warranty, and to the full extent allowed by law; this express war- ranty excludes any and all other warranties, express or implied, written or verbal and limits the duration of any and all implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose to two (2) year on new products and 30 days on factory reconditioned products from the date of first purchase.

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