Quadra-Fire Vented Gas Fireplace Heater COLBAY-INS Owner's Manual & Installation
Quadra-Fire Vented Gas Fireplace Heater COLBAY-INS Owner's Manual & Installation

Quadra-Fire Vented Gas Fireplace Heater COLBAY-INS Owner's Manual & Installation

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Installation and Operation

Model:
COLBAY-INS
• Important operating
a n d m a i n t e n a n c e
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 am-
mable 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
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas suppli-
er'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.
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.
COLUMBIA BAY INSERT
DIRECT VENT GAS APPLIANCE
CAUTION
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
• Read, understand and follow
these instructions for safe
installation and operation.
Quadra-Fire • Columbia Bay Insert • 7002-109 Rev. H • 10/08
R
• 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 cooled
• NEVER allow children to touch glass
• Keep children away
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
fi replace.
• 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 fl ammable
materials away.
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:
• installation must be performed by a licensed plumber or gas
fi tter;
• a CO detector shall be installed in the room where the
appliance is installed.
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 con-
struction 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 indicated on the
rating plate.
Portland
Tested and
O-T L
Listed by
Oregon USA
C
US
OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
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  • Page 1: Installation And Operation

    Owner’s Manual Installation and Operation Model: COLBAY-INS • Important operating a n d m a i n t e n a n c e 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.
  • Page 2 and Welcome to the Quadra-Fire Family Hearth & Home Technologies welcomes you to our tradi- tion of excellence! In choosing a Quadra-Fire appliance, you have our assurance of commitment to quality, durabil- ity, and performance. This commitment begins with our research of the market, including ‘Voice of the Customer’...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1 Listing and Code Approvals A. Appliance Certifi cation ......4 B. Glass Specifi cations ......4 C.
  • Page 4: Listing And Code Approvals

    Listing and Code Approvals A. Appliance Certifi cation MODELS: Columbia Bay Insert LABORATORY: Omni Test Laboratories, Inc. 061-S-30-5 TYPE: Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Heater STANDARD: ANSI Z21.88-2002 • CSA 2.33-2002 • UL307B CAN/CBA 2.17-M91 This product is listed to ANSI standards for “Vented Gas Appliance Heaters”...
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Getting Started A. Design and Installation Considerations Quadra-Fire direct vent gas appliances are designed to operate with all combustion air siphoned from outside of the building and all exhaust gases expelled to the outside. No additional outside air source is required. CAUTION Check building codes prior to installation.
  • Page 6: Framing And Clearances

    Framing and Clearances Note: • Illustrations reflect typical installations and are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY. • Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale. • Actual installation may vary due to individual design preference. A. Selecting Appliance Location When selecting a location for your appliance it is important to consider the required clearances to walls (see fi...
  • Page 7: Termination Locations

    Termination Locations A. Vent Termination Minimum Clearances Figure 4.1 specifi es minimum vent heights for various pitched roofs. 2 FT. 20 INCHES MIN. MIN. LOWEST DISCHARGE OPENING GAS DIRECT VENT TERMINATION CAP H (MIN.) - MINIMUM HEIGHT FROM ROOF TO LOWEST DISCHARGE OPENING Roof Pitch Flat to 6/12...1.0* Over 6/12 to 7/12 ...1.25*...
  • Page 8: Vent Information

    Vent Information A. Venting and Installation Tools and supplies needed: Pliers; Phillips screwdriver; Tape measure; Level; Electrical drill and bits; Square; and High Temperature Sealant Material. Note: Quadra-Fire gas inserts are designed for recessed installations into solid fuel Masonry or Factory Built Non- combustible fi...
  • Page 9 EXHAUST AIR VENT PIPE V=10 FT. (3 M) MINIMUM 40 FT. (12 M) MAXIMUM INLET AIR VENT PIPE Figure 5.3 WARNING Fire Hazard. Asphyxiation Risk. • The exhaust pipe must only be connected to the exhaust starting collar of the unit and the center collar of the termination cap.
  • Page 10: Gas Information

    Gas Information A. Fuel Conversions Before making gas connections ensure that appliance be- ing 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 qualifi...
  • Page 11: Valve Regulator Replacement

    C. Valve Regulator Replacement Remove upper and lower back shield. Loosen the set col- lars on the extension rods with the 3/32 in. Allen wrench. Remove the rods and adapter cap. Turn control knob to the OFF position, ensure that gas supply to the valve has been turned off.
  • Page 12: Gas Pressures

    D. Gas Pressures Proper input pressures are required for optimum appli- ance performance. Gas line sizing requirements need to be made following NFPA54. WARNING Fire Risk. Explosion Hazard. High pressure will damage valve. • Disconnect gas supply piping BEFORE pressure testing gas line at test pressures above 1/2 psig.
  • Page 13 WARNING Fire or Explosion Hazard • Gas buildup during line purge may ignite. • Purge should be performed by qualifi ed technician. • Ensure adequate ventilation. • Ensure there are no ignition sources such as sparks or open fl ames. •...
  • Page 14: Electrical Information

    Electrical Information A. Recommendation for Wire See Figure 7.1 for recommended maximum lead length (two wire) when using wall thermostat/switch. NOTE: This appliance must be electrically wired and grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition or the Canadian Electric Code, CSA C221.1.
  • Page 15 ROCKER SWITCH / WALL THERMOSTAT / REMOTE PILOT ADJUSTMENT CAP VARIABLE REGULATOR MANIFOLD PRESSURE INLET PRESSURE Figure 7.2 CAUTION Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. Quadra-Fire •...
  • Page 16: Appliance Setup

    Appliance Setup A. Remove Shipping Materials Remove shipping materials from inside or underneath the fi rebox. B. Accessories Install approved accessories per instructions included with accessories. See Service Parts List for appropriate accessories. WARNING Shock or fi re risk. Use ONLY optional accessories approved for this appliance.
  • Page 17: Grille Installation

    D. Grille Installation Remove the door of appliance. Remove the four screws (two at each end) holding grille in place. Lift up to remove. Figure 8.5 Install the new grille by reversing removal instructions. Note: Clean glass and gold or nickel with glass cleaner and a soft cloth, wiping off all fi...
  • Page 18: Brick Installation

    F. Brick Installation Install baffle: Bring the front edge of the baffle up and forward until the baffle rests on the baffle supports, as shown. BAFFLE BAFFLE SUPPORTS SUPPORTS BAFFLE BAFFLE Figure 8.9 Lift the baffle slightly and install the rear brick panel. Rest baffle on rear brick panel.
  • Page 19: Positioning The Logs

    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. Note: Logs have been designed to work specifi cally with the burner of this appliance.
  • Page 20: Mineral Wool

    H. Mineral Wool WARNING Explosion Risk. • Follow ember placement instructions in manual. • Do NOT place embers directly over burner ports. • Replace ember material annually. Improperly placed embers interferes with proper burner operation. Place individual pieces of embers in front of and around the gas log where they can be seen.
  • Page 21 Disconnect wires from the blower. Figure 8.26 F = 1/4 in. (6 mm) female spade M = 1/4 in. (6 mm) male spade BLOWER Figure 8.28 Blower Wiring Diagram Quadra-Fire • Columbia Bay Insert • 7002-109 Rev. H • 10/08 Remove grommet retainer from old blower and install on new blower.
  • Page 22: Air Shutter Adjustment

    J. Air Shutter Adjustment The air shutter is used to fine-tune the flame as necessary. The air shutter is shipped in the fully open position. Allow the unit to operate 15-20 minutes before making any adjustments to the air shutter. This will give the flame time to reach its height and color before making adjustments.
  • Page 23: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions A. Before Lighting Appliance Read this entire manual prior to using the appliance. Failure to follow the instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Before operating this appliance have a qualifi ed tech- nician: •...
  • Page 24: Lighting Appliance

    B. 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 25: After Appliance Is Lit

    C. After Appliance is Lit Initial Break-in Procedure When you light the appliance, you may notice that it pro- duces heat which does have an associated odor or smell. If you feel this odor is excessive it may require the initial three to four hour continuous burn on high followed by a second burn up to 12 hours to fully drive off any odor from paint and lubricants used in the manufacturing process.
  • Page 26: 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 27 Troubleshooting (continued) Symptom 3. Continued c. Defective valve. d. Plugged burner orifi ce. e. Wall switch or wires are defective. 4. Frequent pilot outage a. Pilot fl ame may be too high or too low, or blow- problem. ing out (high pressure), causing pilot safety to drop out.
  • Page 28: Maintaining And Servicing Appliance

    11 11 Maintaining and Servicing Appliance Although the frequency of appliance servicing and maintenance will depend on use and the type of installation, a qualifi ed service technician should perform an appliance checkup at the beginning of each heating season. WARNING Risk of injury or property damage.
  • Page 29: Maintenance Tasks

    B. Maintenance Tasks Inspect 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. Inspect gasket seal and its condition. Assembly and Glass 2.
  • Page 30: Reference Materials

    Reference Materials A. Appliance Dimension Diagram Dimensions are actual appliance dimensions. Use for reference only. For framing dimensions and clearances refer to Section 3. inches Millimeters Height: Front Inches Millimeters Figure 12.1 Appliance Dimensions Quadra-Fire • Columbia Bay Insert • 7002-109 Rev. H • 10/08 RIGHT SIDE OF STOVE ROCKER SWITCH AND WIRING IS ACCESSIBLE...
  • Page 31: Vent Components List

    B. Vent Components List LINK-DV4-30B Component # Dura-Vent GS 923GK Catalog # 2280 Quadra-Fire • Columbia Bay Insert • 7002-109 Rev. H • 10/08 Venting System Components Description Includes one piece 3 in. x 30 ft. Flex; one piece 3 in. x 4 ft. Flex; Cap/Adapter Linear to Coaxial with Flashing.
  • Page 32: Log Set Assembly

    COLBAY-INS Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: April 2003 Service Parts Diagram Ending Manufacturing Date: ______ Columbia Bay Insert Log Set Assembly Part number list on following page. Quadra-Fire • Columbia Bay Insert • 7002-109 Rev. H • 10/08...
  • Page 33: Service Parts List

    C. Service Parts List IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. ITEM DESCRIPTION Log Set Assembly Blower, Convection Blower Access Plate, Rear...
  • Page 34 Bottom Firebox Assembly IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. ITEM DESCRIPTION Pilot Assembly NG( for LP use LP Pilot Orifi ce) Pilot Assembly NG (with Injector) Speed Control Valve Bracket...
  • Page 35: Limited Lifetime Warranty

    D. Limited Lifetime Warranty Hearth & Home Technologies LIMITED WARRANTY Hearth & Home Technologies (“HHT”) and its respective brands extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet and electric appliances purchased from an authorized HHT 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 36 D. Limited Lifetime Warranty (continued) • This limited warranty does not extend to or include surface fi nish on the appliance or terminations, door gasketing, glass gasketing, glass discoloration, fi rebrick, pellet logs, kaowool or other ceramic insulating materials. Rust and/or corrosion on any of the metal surfaces, cast iron components, baffl...
  • Page 37: Contact Information

    E. Contact Information Please contact your Quadra-Fire dealer with any questions or concerns. ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ • Important operating a n d m a i n t e n a n c e instructions included. This product may be covered by one or more of the following patents: (United States) 4593510, 4686807, 4766876, 4793322, 4811534, 5000162, 5016609, 5076254, 5113843, 5191877, 5218953, 5263471, 5328356, 5341794, 5347983, 5429495, 5452708, 5542407, 5601073, 5613487, 5647340, 5688568, 5762062, 5775408, 5890485, 5931661, 5941237, 5947112, 5996575, 6006743, 6019099, 6048195, 6053165, 6145502, 6170481, 6237588, 6296474, 6374822, 6413079, 6439226, 6484712, 6543698, 6550687, 6601579, 6672860, 6688302B2, 6715724B2, 6729551, 6736133, 6748940, 6748942, 6769426,...

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