FMI P324E Owners Manual And Installation Manual

B-vent decorative gas fireplace

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B-VeNt deCorAtIVe GAs FIrePlACe
oWNer's oPerAtIoN ANd INstAllAtIoN mANuAl
models P324e, VP324e, P325e(B) ANd VP325e(B)
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.
For more information, visit www.fmiproducts.com
PFS
NAturAl GAs
FOR YOUR SAFETY
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  • Page 1 B-VeNt deCorAtIVe GAs FIrePlACe oWNer’s oPerAtIoN ANd INstAllAtIoN mANuAl ® models P324e, VP324e, P325e(B) ANd VP325e(B) NAturAl GAs 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. — WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS : • Do not try to light any appliance.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, al- teration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual for correct in- stallation and operational procedures. For assistance or additional 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...
  • Page 3: Safety

    sAFety 1. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use WARNING: This product con- with other gases unless a certified kit is tains and/or generates chemicals used. known to the State of California 2.
  • Page 4: Unpacking

    Safely retain these items for later installation. INtroduCtIoN These fireplace models are vented gas fire- This FMI PRODUCTS, LLC appliance and its places that use an electronic ignition system. approved components are safe when installed Models P325E/VP325E have a 5" B-vent and according to this installation manual and are P324E/VP324EA have a 4"...
  • Page 5: Selecting Location

    INtroduCtIoN Continued CAUTION: Do not connect WARNING: Installation of appliance before pressure test- this appliance should be done ing gas piping. Damage to gas by a qualified service person valve may result and an unsafe well trained in the installation condition may be caused. of such appliances. You will also need a building permit from The appliance and it’s individual shutoff valve your local Building and Safety must be disconnected from the gas supply Commissioner before installing...
  • Page 6: Product Specifications

    ProduCt sPeCIFICAtIoNs GAS RATING - NATURAL P324E, VP324E P325E(B), VP325E(B) Max. Input Rating: 15,000 Btu/Hr 25,000 Btu/Hr Manifold Pressure: 3.5" WC (.87 kPa) 3.5" WC (.87 kPa) Minimum Supply Pressure: 4.5" WC (1.12 kPa) 4.5" WC (1.12 kPa) Maximum Supply Pressure: 10.5" WC (2.66 kPa) 10.5"...
  • Page 7: Pre-Installation Preparation

    Pre-INstAllAtIoN PrePArAtIoN CLEARANCES MANTEL CLEARANCES AND WALL DETAILS Minimum clearances to combustibles are: • Top of Spacers 0" min. A combustible mantle shelf maybe installed • Back/Sides of Outer Surround 0" min. a maximum 12" (22.90 cm) from the wall. Figures 5 and 6 show the minimum allow- •...
  • Page 8: Venting Installation

    Pre-INstAllAtIoN PrePArAtIoN Continued FRAMING 1. Frame appliance enclosure as illustrated in Figures 7 and 8. Note: If a wall covering is used to line enclosure, then all measurements must be from surface of covering. " 2. Place appliance into framing and secure. "...
  • Page 9 VeNtING INstAllAtIoN Continued This appliance may be vented through a In each case the offsets must be supported manufactured chimney system or a masonry and firestops must be positioned wherever chimney using a B-vent adapter or a chim- the vent must pass through a sub-floor, ceil- ney liner system if all are listed, inspected ing joist or an attic overhang.
  • Page 10 VeNtING INstAllAtIoN Continued CHECKING FOR PROPER VENTING It is not recommended that this appliance be common vented with an existing gas burning After completing and checking electrical, appliance. However, if it becomes necessary gas and vent connections, follow lighting to common vent this appliance, the venting instructions and allow main burner to run system must be sized and configured in ac- for approximately 5 minutes.
  • Page 11: Fireplace Installation

    FIrePlACe INstAllAtIoN WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION Fireplace Remote Receptacle The installation of a wall switch allows you Control to activate the gas control valve and turn the Receiver fireplace on and off. The wall switch is to be connected to the incoming 120 volt regular household wiring that supplies the electricity to the fireplace.
  • Page 12 3 directions shown Valve in Figure 16. CAUTION: Do not kink flex- ible gas line. FMI PRODUCTS, LLC recommends that a black iron gas line be routed from the gas Extension source, through a sediment trap (shown in Figure 17, page 13) and into appliance. Once...
  • Page 13 FIrePlACe INstAllAtIoN Continued Sediment Trap (Not Supplied) Incoming 1/2" Gas Line Permitted by Local Codes 3" Min. (7.6 cm) Figure 17- Sediment Trap Red Surface Indicates For Propane/LP Use Only Equipment Flexible Gas Line Shutoff Valve Do NOT Kink 1/2" NPT Incoming Inlet Pressure Tap Gas Line Outlet Pressure Tap...
  • Page 14 FIrePlACe INstAllAtIoN Continued EMBER AND PAN MATERIAL LOG PLACEMENT FOR P324E/ PLACEMENT VP324E MODELS 1. Open bag(s) of vermiculite and fill entire 1. Place front log (log 1) onto front of grate burner pan until burner tube is completely sliding log all the way forward against covered (see Figure 20).
  • Page 15 FIrePlACe INstAllAtIoN Continued 3. Rest front of log 3 between first two grate Log 3 fingers on left of grate assembly and rear of log 3 into notch on left front of log 1(see Log 4 Figure 26). 4. Place top of log 4 into notch on log 1. Rest log 4 on center of grate as shown in Figure 27.
  • Page 16 FIrePlACe INstAllAtIoN Continued APPLIANCE ENCLOSURE NOTICE: Do not put lava rock Before finishing enclosure around appliance, inside the burner pan or around inspect all joints around outer surround. Any the air mixer fitting. Placing lava gaps between nailing flanges and framing rock inside the burner pan or should be sealed with noncombustible insula- blocking the openings of the pro- tion or caulking.
  • Page 17 FIrePlACe INstAllAtIoN Continued 4. Tilt glass assembly fully vertical until outer Spring Hold-Down Clip pivot pin snaps into mounting hole in up- Screw per spring clip (see Figure 31). Side 5. Once top and bottom pins are secured, Front unfold door into closed position. Face 6.
  • Page 18: Operation

    oPerAtIoN 1. STOP! Read safety information, column 1. FOR YOUR SAFETY 2. Turn wall switch to the OFF position. READ BEFORE LIGHTING 3. Turn off all electric power to appliance. WARNING: If you do not fol- 4. Fully open glass doors if installed. low these instructions exactly, 5.
  • Page 19: Inspecting Burners

    oPerAtIoN Continued TO TURN OFF GAS 5. Turn equipment shutoff valve clockwise to the OFF position. Do not force. TO APPLIANCE 6. Replace front refractory brick access 1. Turn off wall switch. panel. 2. Turn off all electric power to appliance if 7.
  • Page 20: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Contact authorized dealers of this product. • how heater was malfunctioning If they can’t supply original replacement • purchase date part(s), call FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at 1-866- 328-4537. Usually, we will ask you to return the part to the factory.
  • Page 21: Wiring Diagram

    WIrING dIAGrAm GREEN WHITE BLACK PV/MV www.fmiproducts.com 108794-01G...
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    trouBlesHootING 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 23 trouBlesHootING Continued WARNING: If you smell gas • Shut off gas supply. • 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. Fol- low the gas supplier’s instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. IMPORTANT: Operating fireplace where impurities in air exist may create odors. Cleaning supplies, paint, paint remover, cigarette smoke, cements and glues, new carpet or textiles, etc., create fumes.
  • Page 24 trouBlesHootING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY 1. Properly locate logs Dark residue on logs or inside 1. Improper log placement 2. Clean out air holes at burn- of fireplace 2. Air holes at burner inlet er inlets. Periodically repeat blocked as needed 3.
  • Page 25: Accessories

    ACCessorIes Purchase these accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories call FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at 1-866-328-4537 for information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual. AIR KIT - AK4 32"...
  • Page 26: Parts

    PArts MODELS P324E AND VP324E 24-2 24-6 24-11 24-5 24-10 24-1 24-12 24-9 24-8 24-4 24-7 24-9 24-8 24-3 www.fmiproducts.com 108794-01G...
  • Page 27 PArts MODELS P324E AND VP324E This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 20 of this manual. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 108769-03 Extension Deflector 109098-01 Wire Assembly Electric Harness 108864-01 Strain Relief 1/2"...
  • Page 28 PArts MODELS P325E(B) AND VP325E(B) 24-6 24-2 24-5 24-11 24-10 24-1 24-12 24-9 24-8 24-4 24-7 24-9 24-8 24-3 www.fmiproducts.com 108794-01G...
  • Page 29 PArts MODELS P325E(B) AND VP325E(B) This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 20 of this manual. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 108769-03 Extension Deflector 11201 Nut, #8-32 Hex Zinc. 11109 Screw, #8-32 x 1/2"...
  • Page 30 PArts LOG ASSEMBLY P324E and VP324E Models P325E(B) and VP325E(B) Models NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 109109-01 Log Set 109100-02 Log Set 105958-05 Front Log 109421-01 Rear Log 105960-05 Rear Log 109420-01 Front Right Log 901100-02 Top Right Log 108723-01 Front Left Log 901102-02 Top Left Log...
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  • Page 32: Warranty

    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 four (4) year on new products and 30 days on factory reconditioned products from the date of first purchase.

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