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Quartet Front
• Important operating and
maintenance instructions
included.
WARNING: If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fi re
or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable
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.
- Immediately call your gas supplier from a neigh-
bor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
- If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fi re
department.
• Installation and service must be performed by a
qualifi ed installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
This appliance may be installed as an OEM installation in
manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home and must be
installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
and the manufactured home construction and safety standard,
Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 or Standard for Installation in Mobile
Homes, CAN/CSA Z240MH.
This appliance is only for use with the type(s) of gas indi-
cated on the rating plate.
TOPAZ
DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER
Owner's Manual
Installation and Operation
Model:
839-1290
839-1320
839-1340
TOPAZ-D-CSB
CAUTION
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
• Read, understand and
follow these instructions
for safe installation and
operation.
Quadra-Fire • Topaz • 7009-113 Rev. N • 5/13
• Leave this manual with
party responsible for use
and operation.
WARNING
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are
hot during operation AND cool
down.
Hot glass will cause burns.
• Do not touch glass until it is
• NEVER allow children to touch glass
• Keep children away
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in the same
room as appliance
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
fl ammable materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other
combustibles away.
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:
• installation must be performed by a licensed plumber or gas
fi tter.
See Table of Contents for additional Commonwealth of Mas-
sachusetts requirements.
Installation and service of this appliance should be
performed by qualifi ed personnel. Hearth & Home
Technologies suggests NFI certifi ed or factory-trained
professionals, or technicians supervised by an NFI
certifi ed professional.
R
O-T L
O-T
Portland
Tested and
Oregon USA
Listed by
C
US
OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
Solitaire Front
cooled

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  • Page 1 O-T L Portland Tested and Oregon USA Listed by TOPAZ OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc. DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER Owner’s Manual Installation and Operation Model: 839-1290 839-1320 839-1340 TOPAZ-D-CSB Quartet Front Solitaire Front CAUTION DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL • Read, understand and •...
  • Page 2 and Welcome to the Quadra-Fire Family Hearth & Home Technologies welcomes you to our tradition of our stoves, inserts and fi replaces. And yet we are old- of excellence! In choosing a Quadra-Fire appliance, you fashioned when it comes to craftsmanship. Each appliance have our assurance of commitment to quality, durability, is meticulously fabricated and gold and nickel surfaces are and performance.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    - TABLE OF CONTENTS - Section 7: Electrical Information Section 1: Listing and Code Approvals A. Recommendation for Wire ....27 A. Appliance Certifi cations ......4 B. Connecting to the Appliance ....27 B. Glass Specifi cations ......4 C. Standing Pilot Ignition System Wiring ..27 C.

  • Page 4: Section 1: Listing And Code Approvals

    Listing and Code Approvals C. BTU Specifi cations A. Appliance Certifi cation MODEL: Topaz Model Maximum Input Minimum Input Orifi ce Size (US or Canada) LABORA- OMNI Test Laboratories, Inc. Top Vent TORY: 061-S-24-5 Topaz (NG) 39,500 26,500 .125 TYPE: Direct Vent Gas Heater Topaz (LP) 38,000...

  • Page 5: Requirements For The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

    Inspection NOTE: The following requirements reference various The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizontally Massachusetts and national codes not contained in this vented gas fueled equipment shall not approve the installa- document. tion unless, upon inspection, the inspector observes carbon monoxide detectors and signage installed in accordance with G.

  • Page 6: Section 2: Getting Started

    Getting Started A. Design & Installation Considerations C. Inspect Appliance & Components Quadra-Fire direct vent gas appliances are designed to operate with all combustion air drawn from outside of the WARNING building and all exhaust gases expelled to the outside. No additional air source is required.

  • Page 7: Section 3: Appliance Location & Clearances A. Selecting Appliance Location

    Appliance Location and Clearances NOTE: WARNING · Illustrations refl ect typical installations and are FOR Fire Risk DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY. Provide adequate clearance: · Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale. • Around air openings · Actual installation may vary due to individual design •...

  • Page 8: Section 4: Termination Locations

    Termination Locations A. Vent Termination Minimum Clearances HORIZONTAL WARNING OVERHANG Fire Risk. 2 FT. 20 INCHES MIN. VERTICAL Explosion Risk. MIN. WALL Maintain vent clearance to combustibles LOWEST DISCHARGE as specifi ed. OPENING • Do not pack air space with insulation or GAS DIRECT VENT TERMINATION CAP other materials.
  • Page 9 (See Note 2) U.S. (3 FT) Electrical Service J or K = VENT TERMINAL = AIR SUPPLY INLET = AREA WHERE TERMINAL IS NOT PERMITTED = 3 ft. (U.S.A.) = 12 inches ..... clearances above grade, veran- 6 ft. (Canada) ..clearance to a mechanical (See Note 1) da, porch, deck or balcony (powered) air supply inlet...

  • Page 10: Section 5: Vent Information

    Vent Information A. Venting Components B. Use of Elbows In order to comply with applicable codes and product warranties, use only following venting components: CAUTION • Hearth & Home Technologies (HHT) ALL vent confi guration specifi cations MUST be followed. •...

  • Page 11: How To Use The Vent Graph

    D. How to Use the Vent Graph E. Venting Guidelines NOTES Measure the vertical distance from the center line of the The maximum horizontal vent run is 20 ft. (6m) when the flue pipe to the center of the 90° elbow. On the graph vertical vent rise is 10 ft.

  • Page 12: Horizontal Termination

    F. Horizontal Termination WARNING Fire Hazard. Up & Out Installations for Top Vent Type A - Exhaust Fume Risk. Configurations Impaired Performance of Appliance. Wall Thimble • Ensure vent components are locked together correctly. 90º Degree • Pipe may separate if not properly joined. Elbow Step 2.
  • Page 13 Step 3. NOTE: For installations using a round support box/wall thimble (1) Installation requires a minimum of 6 in. (152mm) (check pipe manufacturer's instructions), mark the wall for a horizontal run of vent with a 1/4 in. (6mm) rise run towards 10 in.
  • Page 14 the vent pipe. Use the two sheet metal screws provided to connect the strips to the pipe section (Figure 5.9). 8 in. (203mm) 7 in. 1/4 in. (6mm) (178mm) 7 in. Fold Strap Here (178mm) 6 in. (152mm) Sheet Metal Screw Figure 5.7 Wall Thimble Wall Thimble Cover/Ceiling...

  • Page 15: Vertical Termination

    G. Vertical Termination 1. Direct Vent Pipe Vertical Termination Cap Storm Collar Flashing 40 ft. (12m) Maximum Firestop Support Box Pipe Length Figure 5.11 Step 2. et the gas appliance in its desired location. Drop a plumb bob down from the ceiling to the position of the appliance flue exit, and mark the location where the vent will penetrate the ceiling.
  • Page 16 Step 3. CAP AND STORM To install the round support box/wall thimble cover in a flat Shingles overlap on COLLAR NOT SHOWN top edge of flashing ceiling, cut a 10 in. (254mm) square hole in the ceiling, FOR CLARITY centered on the hole drilled in Step 2. Frame the hole as shown in Figure 5.13.
  • Page 17 Step 9. Twist-lock the vent cap and seal. Note: For multi-story vertical installations, a ceiling firestop is required at the second floor, and any subsequent floors (Figure 5.16). The opening should be framed to 10 in. x 10 in. (254mm x 254mm) inside dimensions, in the same manner as shown in Figure 5.13.
  • Page 18 2. Cathedral Ceiling Step 1. Follow installation Steps 1 and 2 under vertical installation section, page 15. Step 2. Using the plumb-bob, mark the center line of the venting system on the ceiling, and drill a small hole through the ceiling and roof at this point.
  • Page 19 3. Class A Metal Chimney Step 4. Pass the flex pipe down through the center of the chimney system, and center the top adapter on the top of the chimney Termination Cap pipe. Drill four 1/8 in. (3mm) diameter holes through the top adapter, and into the chimney top.
  • Page 20 4. Existing Masonry Chimney Type A - Up & Out Installations for Top Vent Type B - Hearth Rear Vent Installations for Use With Configurations Rear Vent Kit (see Section 12 for conversion kit and venting components.) Termination Cap Chimney Liner Termination Cap Top Adaptor Flashing...
  • Page 21 CAUTION Cut and bend flashing as needed to fit Ensure that existing chimney is functionally sound and clean. • Have inspection done by qualified chimney sweep or professional installer BEFORE converting to direct vent appliance. Step 1. Before cutting any holes, assemble the desired sections of direct vent pipe to determine the center of the masonry penetration.
  • Page 22 6 in. (152mm) diameter Flex Liner opening in masonry wall Flex Coupler Sheet Metal Screws Retro Connector (3) Masonry Bolts Figure 5.27 (Not included) Figure 5.29 Step 8. Step 10. Secure the top adapter to the flashing. Use three sheet Slide wall thimble cover over retro connector and secure with masonry bolts (Figure 5.30).

  • Page 23: Section 6: Gas Information

    Gas Information A. Fuel Conversions Before making gas connections ensure that the appliance being installed is compatible with the available gas type. Any natural or propane gas conversions necessary to meet the appliance and locality needs must be made by a quali- 3 screws fi...
  • Page 24 2. Valve Regulator Replacement WARNING Fire Risk. Explosion Risk. • Disconnect any electrical cords and turn off gas supply to unit before proceeding if converting fuel on an appliance already fully installed. Remove upper and lower back shield. Loosen the set col- Figure 6.6 Pull off pilot hood and set it aside.

  • Page 25: Gas Pressures

    B. Gas Pressures Screws Proper input pressures required for optimum appliance per- formance, gas line sizing requirements need to be followed from NFPA51. WARNING Rubber Gasket Fire Risk. Explosion Hazard. High pressure will damage valve. • Disconnect gas supply piping BEFORE Identification Label pressure testing gas line at test pressures above 1/2 psig.

  • Page 26: Gas Connection

    C. Gas Connection • A small amount of air will be in the gas supply lines. When fi rst lighting appliance it will take a short time for air to purge from lines. When purging is complete the NOTE: Have the gas supply line installed in accordance with appliance will light and operate normally.

  • Page 27: Section 7: Electrical Information

    Electrical Information A. Recommendation for Wire Ensure the thermostat is mounted level for accurate See B5 below for recommended maximum lead length (two readings. wire) when using wall thermostat/switch. The thermostat should be mounted on an inside wall and not in direct line with the appliance convection air. NOTE: This appliance must be electrically wired and 10.
  • Page 28 Ignitor Red 28 in. (711mm) ON/OFF Switch Red 28 in. VALVE (711mm) Figure 7.1 CAUTION CAUTION Shock hazard. Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. • Replace damaged wire with type 105 Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. rated wire.

  • Page 29: Section 8: Appliance Setup

    Appliance Setup A. Remove Shipping Materials Remove shipping materials from inside or underneath the fi rebox. B. Top to Rear Vent Conversion KIT CONTENTS: Rear vent grille; NG orifi ce (.113); LP orifi ce (.063) TOOLS REQUIRED: Power drill; #2 Phillips bit; high-temp silicone sealant (optional.) Figure 8.3 Remove rear valve cover shield.

  • Page 30: Leg Leveling System

    Figure 8.9 Slide assembled nuts and bolts into the slots on the legs with the nuts on the bottom. Figure 8.6 Install vent pipe adapter with gasket or high-temp silicone to rear vent opening. Figure 8.10 Use a 5/32 in. 4mm) Allen wrench to adjust legs up and down to desired level.

  • Page 31: Front Installation

    E. Front Installation Fronts shipped attached to face INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR QUARTET AND SOLITAIRE FACE OPTIONS. Quartet Front Figure 8.13 Lift up on the top of the Front, gently pulling out on the bottom. Set aside in a safe location. Solitaire Front Spacer Figure 8.14...

  • Page 32: Positioning The Logs

    Figure 8.18 Fully installed brick set. Note that with the brick installed the firebox is narrower at the back than in the front. G. Positioning the Logs While still breakable, the logs do not become fragile until after the appliance is burned and they have cured. After curing, any handling must be done with care as breakage can easily occur.

  • Page 33: Mineral Wool

    Locater Pins Figure 8.20 Insert locator pin into right front log. Insert rear log onto log pan over stud. Figure 8.24 Place left twig over locator pins on the rear log and the left front log. To complete your log set application reinstall the glass and the front of the unit.

  • Page 34: Glass Door Assembly Replacement

    I. Glass Door Assembly Replacement Remove the glass door assembly by opening latches at the bottom front of the appliance, on both the left and right sides. Lift out and away from the appliance. Replace with a new glass door assembly. CAUTION Figure 8.28 Connect electrical connector to snap disc.
  • Page 35 Thermal Disc WHITE WHITE Fan Speed Control Power Cord (110 VAC) BLACK BLACK GREEN Ground Strain Relief BLACK Bushing Fan Assembly  Figure 8.31 Blower Wiring Diagram Quadra-Fire • Topaz • 7009-113 Rev. N • 5/13...

  • Page 36: Damper Adjustment

    K. Damper Adjustment L. Shutter Adjustment FOR TOP OR REAR VENT INSTALLATIONS OPEN CLOSE See Vent Graph for Recommendations on page 11 before you begin your adjustment. If your installation falls within the range of the gray shaded area of graph, it may be necessary to make an adjustment to the vertical damper to improve the flame appearance in your appliance.

  • Page 37: Section 9: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions A. Before Lighting Appliance WARNING Read this entire manual prior to using the appliance. Failure Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or to follow the instructions may result in property damage, maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to bodily injury, or even death.

  • Page 38: Lighting Appliance

    C. Lighting Appliance FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life A. This appliance has a pilot that must be lit manually. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. B.

  • Page 39: After Appliance Is Lit

    D. After Appliance is Lit CAUTION Initial Break-in Procedure • Prevent accidental appliance operation when not attended. • Unplug or remove batteries from remote control if absent When you light your appliance, you may notice that it pro- or if appliance will not be used for an extended period of duces heat which does have an associated odor or smell.

  • Page 40: Section 10: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting With proper installation, operation, and maintenance your gas appliance will provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, this troubleshooting guide will assist a qualifi ed service person in the diagnosis of a problem and the corrective action to be taken.
  • Page 41 Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action 3. (Continued) c. Defective valve. Turn the valve knob to the ON position. Place the ON/OFF switch in the ON position. Check the millivolt meter at the thermopile terminals. The millivolt meter should read greater than 125mV. If the reading is acceptable, and if the burner does not come on, replace the gas valve.
  • Page 42 Maintaining and Servicing Your Appliance Although the frequency of your appliance servicing and CAUTION maintenance will depend on use and the type of installation, a qualifi ed service technician should perform an appliance check-up at the beginning of each heating season. Handle glass assembly with care.

  • Page 43: Maintenance Tasks

    A. Maintenance Tasks Inspect Maintenance Tasks Doors 1. Inspect for scratches, dents or other damage and repair as necessary. 2. Verify no obstructions to air fl ow. 3. Verify maintenance of proper clearance to combustible household objects. Gasket Seal, Glass 1.

  • Page 44: Section 12: Reference Materials

    Reference Materials A. Appliance Dimension Diagram Dimensions are actual appliance dimensions. Use for reference only. For clearances refer to Section 3. Location Inches Millimeter Location Inches Millimeter 27-3/8 19-3/8 16-7/8 27-3/4 22-1/2 27-1/2 3-1/8 13-3/4 29-1/2 8-3/8 5-1/8 23-1/8 22-5/8 Figure 12.1 Appliance Dimensions Quadra-Fire •...

  • Page 45: Vent Components Diagram

    B. Vent Components Diagram 6-3/8 in. (162mm) 6-1/2 in. (165mm) 9-1/4 in. (235mm) 6-1/2 in. (165mm) 9-5/8 in. 6-3/8 in. (244mm) (162mm) 6-5/8 in. (168mm) SLP45-BK 6-5/8 in. (168mm) 9-5/8 in. SLP90M (244mm) 17-24 in. 6-1/2 in. (432-610mm) (165mm) 11-3/4 in. (298mm) 5-3/4 in.

  • Page 46: Vent Components List

    C. Vent Components List Description HHT SLP Simpson M= Multi Pack (6) Dura-Vent ® DirectVent Pro 4” Pipe Length, Galvanized SLP4M 4” Pipe Length, Black SLP4-BK 6” Pipe Length, Galvanized SLP6M 46-DVA-06 6” Pipe Length, Black SLP6-BK 46-DVA-06B 9” Pipe Length, Galvanized 46-DVA-09 9”...
  • Page 47 C. Vent Components List (continued) Simpson HHT SLP ® Description Dura-Vent M= Multi Pack (6) DirectVent Pro ° 0 ° 0 ° 0 ° 0 Adjustable Flashing, 0/12-6/12 SLP-RF6M 46DVA-F6 Adjustable Flashing, 7/12-12/12 SLP-RF12M 46DVA-F12 c i t ” 2 Attic Insulation Shield, Adjustable 11”-20”...

  • Page 48: D. Service Parts List

    D. Service Parts List Topaz Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Apr. 2002 Gas Stove - DV Ending Manufacturing Date: Active Color SKU No. Mfg. Dates Color SKU No. Mfg. Dates Quartet Matte Black 839-1290 3/02-Active Solitaire Matte Black 839-1340 4/02-Active Quartet Porcelain Creme 839-1300 5/02-7/05...
  • Page 49 Topaz Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Apr. 2002 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement Stocked parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 50 Topaz Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Apr. 2002 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement Stocked parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 51 Topaz Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Apr. 2002 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement Stocked parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 52 Topaz Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Apr. 2002 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement Stocked parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 53 Topaz Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Apr. 2002 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement Stocked parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION...

  • Page 54: Limited Lifetime Warranty

    E. Limited Lifetime Warranty  Hearth & Home Technologies LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Hearth & Home Technologies, on behalf of its hearth brands (”HHT”), extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet, coal and electric hearth appliances that are purchased from an HHT authorized dealer. WARRANTY COVERAGE: HHT warrants to the original owner of the HHT appliance at the site of installation, and to any transferee taking ownership of the appliance at the site of installation within two years following the date of original purchase, that the HHT appliance...
  • Page 55 E. Limited Lifetime Warranty (continued)  WARRANTY CONDITIONS: • This warranty only covers HHT appliances that are purchased through an HHT authorized dealer or distributor. A list of HHT authorized dealers is available on the HHT branded websites. • This warranty is only valid while the HHT appliance remains at the site of original installation. •...

  • Page 56: Contact Information

    F. Contact Information Quadra-Fire, a brand of Hearth & Home Technologies 7571 215 Street West, Lakeville, MN 55044 www.quadrafi re.com Please contact your Quadra-Fire dealer with any questions or concerns. For the location of your nearest Quadra-Fire dealer, please visit www.quadrafi re.com. CAUTION Do NOT discard this manual.

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