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Heatilator Vented Gas Fireplace NBV3630 Owner's Manual

Heatilator Vented Gas Fireplace NBV3630 Owner's Manual

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Models:
NBV3630, NBV3630I,
NBV3933, NBV3933I,
NBV4236, NBV4236I,
NBV4842, NBV4842I
B-Vent Gas Appliance
• Important operating and
maintenance instructions
included.
WARNING
If the information in these instruc-
tions is not followed exactly, a
fi re 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
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
indicated on the rating plate.
CAUTION
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
Read, understand and follow
•
these instructions for safe
installation and operation.
Heatilator • Novus NBV • 4055-188 Rev C • 04/08
Owner's Manual
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
appliance.
• A l e r t c h i l d r e n a n d a d u l t s t o h a z a r d s o f h i g h
temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
fl ammable materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other combustibles
away.
This appliance has been supplied with an integral
barrier to prevent direct contact with the fi xed glass
panel. Do NOT operate the appliance with the barrier
removed.
Contact your dealer or Hearth & Home Technologies if the
barrier is not present or help is needed to properly install one.
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.
Installation and service of this appliance should be performed
by qualified personnel. Hearth & Home Technologies
suggests NFI certifi ed or factory-trained professionals, or
technicians supervised by an NFI certifi ed professional.
Installation and Operation
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  • Page 1 Models: NBV3630, NBV3630I, NBV3933, NBV3933I, NBV4236, NBV4236I, NBV4842, NBV4842I B-Vent Gas Appliance • Important operating and maintenance instructions included. WARNING If the information in these instruc- tions is not followed exactly, a fi re may result causing property damage, personal injury, or death. •...

  • Page 2: Homeowner Reference Information

    Read this manual before installing or operating this appliance. Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference. Congratulations on selecting a Heatilator gas appliance—an elegant and clean alternative to wood burning appliances. The Heatilator gas appliance you have selected is designed to provide the utmost in safety, reliability, and effi...

  • 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: NBV3630, NBV3630I, NBV3933, NBV3933I, NBV4236, NBV4236I, NBV4842, NBV4842I LABORATORY: Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) TYPE: B-Vent Gas Appliance STANDARD: ANSI Z21.88a-2007/CSA 2.33a-2007 This product is listed to ANSI standards for “Vented Gas Fireplaces”...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Getting Started A. Design and Installation Considerations Heatilator B-vent gas appliances are designed to operate with all exhaust gases expelled to the outside of the building, and combustion air pulled from the room. CAUTION Check building codes prior to installation. •...

  • Page 6: Negative Pressure

    B. Negative Pressure WARNING Asphyxiation Risk • Negative pressure can cause spillage of combustion fumes and soot. • Fire needs to draft properly for safe operation. Draft is the pressure difference needed to vent fi replaces successfully. Considerations for successful draft include: •...

  • Page 7: Tools And Supplies Needed

    C. Tools and Supplies Needed Before beginning the installation be sure that the following tools and building supplies are available. Reciprocating saw Framing material Pliers Hi temp caulking material Hammer Gloves Phillips screwdriver Framing square Flat blade screwdriver Electric drill and bits (1/4 in.) Plumb line Safety glasses Level...

  • Page 8: Framing And Clearances

    Framing and Clearances Note: • Illustrations refl ect 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. Select Appliance Location When selecting a location for your appliance it is important to consider the required clearances to walls (See Figure 3.1).

  • Page 9: Construct The Appliance Chase

    B. Construct the Appliance Chase A chase is a vertical boxlike structure built to enclose the gas appliance and/or its vent system. Vertical vents that run on the outside of a building may be, but are not required to be, installed inside a chase.

  • Page 10: Clearances

    C. Clearances Note: If the inside of the framed cavity is to be fi nished, the framing dimensions must include the fi nished surface. If drywall is to be attached to the rear wall, the depth must be measured from the drywall surface.

  • Page 11: Mantel Projections

    D. Mantel Projections Figure 3.3 Clearances to Mantels or Other Combustibles Above Appliance Figure 3.4 Fire Risk • Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as specifi ed. • Framing or fi nishing material used on the front of, or in front of, the appliance closer than the minimums listed, must be constructed entirely of noncombustible materials (i.e., steel studs, concrete board, etc.).

  • Page 12: Termination Locations

    Termination Locations A. Vent Termination Minimum Clearances WARNING Fire Risk Explosion Risk Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as specifi ed. • Do not pack air space with insulation or other materials. Failure to keep insulation or other materials away from vent pipe may cause fi re. 8 ft (2.44 m) Lowest...

  • Page 13: Vent Information And Diagrams

    Vent Information and Diagrams A. Vent Guidelines WARNING Fire Risk Asphyxiation Risk This appliance requires the specifi ed pipe for operation. • Incorrect pipe may cause spillage, condensation and overheating. These models require the following size B-Vent double wall vent pipe. Model NBV3630/NBV3630I/NBV3933/NBV3933I NBV4236/NBV4236I/NBV4842/NBV4842I...
  • Page 14 WARNING Fire Risk Explosion Risk Insulation and other combustibles must not infringe on clearances. • ALWAYS maintain specifi ed clearances around venting and fi restop systems. • Install fi restops as specifi ed. Failure to keep insulation or other material away from vent pipe may cause fi...

  • Page 15: Vent Clearances And Framing

    Vent Clearances and Framing A. Pipe Clearances to Combustibles WARNING Fire Risk Explosion Risk Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as specifi ed. • Do not pack air space with insulation or other materials. • National building codes recommend using attic shield to keep loose materials/ insulation from contacting vent.

  • Page 16: Appliance Preparation

    Appliance Preparation CAUTION Sharp Edges • Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installation. A. Installing Outside Air Kit Damper Assembly WARNING Fire Risk Asphyxiation Risk Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as specifi ed. • Do not pack air space with insulation or other materials.

  • Page 17: Gas And Electrical Connections

    B. Gas and Electrical Connections Ensure that gas and electrical connections are installed at this time. Refer to Sections 9 and 10. C. Securing and Leveling Appliance WARNING Fire Risk! • Prevent contact with sagging, loose insulation. • Do NOT install against combustible materials such as exposed insulation, plastic and insulation backer.

  • Page 18: Installing Vent Pipe

    Installing Vent Pipe A. Assemble Vent Sections This B-Vent appliance requires 5 in. B-vent double-wall pipe. Follow the pipe manufacturer’s installation guidelines when installing the appliance. This will ensure proper operation and prevent safety hazards. WARNING Fire Risk Exhaust Fumes Risk Impaired Performance of Appliance.

  • Page 19: Gas Information

    Gas Information A. Fuel Conversion Before making gas connections ensure appliance being in- stalled 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- fi...

  • Page 20: High Altitude Installations

    • Ensure that gas line does not come in contact with outer wrap of appliance. Follow local codes. • Incoming gas line should be piped into the valve compartment and connected to the 1/2 in. connection on the manual shutoff valve. WARNING Fire Risk Explosion Risk...

  • Page 21: Electrical Information

    Electrical Information A. Recommendation for Wire This appliance requires 110-120 VAC to be wired to the junc- tion box either for use of optional accessories (standing pilot ignition) or for proper operation of the appliance (Intellifi re ignition). Open the control access panel to view wiring system and gas valve.

  • Page 22: Standing Pilot Ignition System Wiring

    Optional SPST Wall Switch Optional Remote GRN* * GRN wire only used with optional wall switch WSK-MLT-HTL Figure 10.1 Intellifi re Pilot Ignition (IPI) Wiring Diagram D. Standing Pilot Ignition System Wiring • This standing pilot ignition system wiring does not require a 110 VAC supply to operate.

  • Page 23: Junction Box Installation

    E. Junction Box Installation If the box is being wired from the OUTSIDE of the appli- ance: • Remove the cover plate located on the outer shell - right side (see Figure 10.3). • Install the supplied Romex™ connector in the cover plate.

  • Page 24: Finishing

    11 11 Finishing A. Mantel Projections Figure 11.1 shows the minimum vertical and corresponding maximum horizontal dimensions of appliance mantels or other combustible projections above the top front edge of the appliance. 11-1/2 10-3/4 9-1/4 8-1/2 7-3/4 6-1/4 5-1/2 Measured from top of hood (in inches) Figure 11.1 Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Appliance.

  • Page 25: Appliance Setup

    Appliance Setup A. Remove the Packaging Remove the shrink fi lm, corrugated top cap, bottom cap and column protectors from the appliance. The appliance should look as shown in Figure 12.1. Figure 12.1 Appliance Unwrapped B. Open Front Screen Assembly •...

  • Page 26: Place The Rockwool

    G. Place the Rockwool WARNING! Risk of Explosion! Follow rockwool placement instructions. DO NOT place rockwool directly over burner ports. Replace rockwool material annually. Improperly placed rockwool interferes with proper burner operation. • Rockwool is shipped with this gas appliance. •...

  • Page 27: Unpackage The Hood & Floor Cover

    K. Unpackage the Hood & Floor Cover Remove the hood, fl oor cover and protective cardboard from the back side of the screen as shown in Figure 12.8. Figure 12.8 Removing Parts Package L. Install Hood • Locate the four screws just inside the upper section of the appliance.

  • Page 28: Install Floor Cover

    M. Install Floor Cover Install the fl oor cover as shown in Figure 12.10. Figure 12.10 Installing Floor Cover Note: The fl oor cover in the bottom front of the fi replace may be covering the UL labels. It is loose and can be removed/replaced.

  • Page 29: Air Shutter Setting

    P. Air Shutter Setting Air shutter setting should be adjusted by a qualifi ed installer at the time of installation. • The air shutter is set at the factory for minimum vertical vent run. • Adjust air shutter for longer vertical runs. See Figure 12.14.

  • Page 30: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions A. Before Lighting Appliance Before lighting this appliance, determine if it has a stand- ing pilot or Intellifi re ignition system by opening the control access panel to view wiring system and gas valve. If this appliance has a red or black ignitor button (See Figure 10.1) this appliance has a standing pilot ignition system.

  • Page 31: Check Appliance Draft

    B. Check Appliance Draft Check draft of appliance to verify proper venting conditions. • Close all windows and doors, turn on all exhaust fans in home. • Appliance is to be completely assembled to normal operating condition. • Turn on appliance and allow to operate for at least 10 minutes.

  • Page 32: Lighting The Appliance

    C. Lighting the Appliance Intellifi re Ignition 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. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot.

  • Page 33: Standing Pilot Ignition

    Standing Pilot Ignition VENT Heatilator • Novus NBV • 4055-188 Rev C • 04/08...

  • Page 34: After The Appliance Is Lit

    D. After the 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 35: 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 36: Corrective Actions

    Symptom Frequent pilot outage problem. The pilot and main burner extinguish while in operation. Glass soots. Flame burns blue and lifts off burner. Possible Causes Pilot fl ame may be too Clean and adjust the pilot fl ame for maximum fl ame impingement on high, too low, or blowing thermocouple.

  • Page 37: Intellifi Re Ignition System

    B. Intellifi re Ignition System Symptom The ignitor/module makes noise, but no spark. Pilots won’t light, there is no noise or spark. Pilot lights but continues to spark, and main burner will not ignite. (If the pilot continues to spark after the pilot fl...

  • Page 38: Maintaining And Servicing The Appliance

    Maintaining and Servicing the 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 check-up at the beginning of each heating season. WARNING Risk of injury or property damage Before servicing: •...

  • Page 39: Maintenance And Service Tasks

    Maintenance and Service Tasks: Inspect Doors, surrounds and fronts Gasket seal, glass assembly and glass Valve compartment and fi rebox top Logs Firebox Burner ignition and operation Venting Remote controls Maintenance Tasks Assess condition of screen and replace as necessary. Recommend addition of screen if one is not present.

  • Page 40: Reference Materials

    Reference Materials A. Appliance Dimension Diagram Dimensions are actual appliance dimensions. Use for reference only. For framing dimensions and clearances refer to Sec- tion 3. Gas Line Access 3 in (76 mm). 6-1/2 in. (165 mm) Figure 16.1 Appliance Dimensions 19-1/8 in.

  • Page 41: Service Parts List

    B. Service Parts List Heatilator • Novus NBV • 4055-188 Rev C • 04/08...
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  • Page 49: Optional Components

    C. Optional Components Model # Description NBV3630 B-vent standing pilot, natural gas, 36” framing width, 30” viewing glass NBV3630I B-vent, Intellifi re ignition system, natural gas, 36” framing width, 30” viewing glass Optional Accessories (shipped separately) WTB30 Traditional brick pattern refractory WHB30 Herringbone brick pattern refractory BC10...
  • Page 50 Model # Description NBV4236 B-vent standing pilot, natural gas, 42” framing width, 36” viewing glass NBV4236I B-vent, Intellifi re ignition system, natural gas, 42” framing width, 36” viewing glass Optional Accessories (shipped separately) WTB36 Traditional brick pattern refractory WHB36 Herringbone brick pattern refractory BC10 Fan motor rheostat control, wall mounted GFK4B...
  • Page 51 WTB36 Traditional Brick Refractory WHB36 Herringbone Brick Refractory Heatilator • Novus NBV • 4055-188 Rev C • 04/08...
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  • Page 55: Limited Lifetime Warranty

    D. Limited Lifetime Warranty HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC. (“HHT”) extends the following warranty for HEATILATOR® gas appliances installed in the United States of America or Canada (the "Appliance"). Dealers and employees of HHT have no authority to make any warranty or authorize any remedies in addition to or inconsistent with the terms of this warranty.

  • Page 56: Contact Information

    E. Contact Information Please contact your Heatilator dealer with any questions or concerns. For the number of your nearest Heatilator dealer, please visit www.heatilator.com. • Important operating a n d m a i n t e n a n c e instructions included.

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