Vermont Castings Stardance 0004050 Homeowner's Installation And Operating Manual

Vermont Castings Stardance 0004050 Homeowner's Installation And Operating Manual

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INSTALLER / CONSUMER
SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read this manual before
installing and using appliance.
WARNING: If the information in this
manual is not followed exactly, a
fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or
loss of life.
— Do not store or use gasoline or
other flammable 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 suppler's instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
This appliance may be installed in an after
market permanently located manufactured
(mobile) home where not prohibited by lo-
cal codes.
This appliance is only for use with the type
of gas indicated on the rating plate.
This appliance is not convertible for use
with other gases unless a certified kit is
used.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of
resale, from the manufacturer.
This is an unvented gas-fired heater.
It uses air (Oxygen) from the room
in which it is installed. Provisions for
adequate combustion and
ventilation air must be provided.
Refer to Page 7.
Stardance
Vent Free Gas Heaters
Models: 0004050, 0004051
Homeowner's Installation
and Operating Manual
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
7068
®
30005057 9/10 Rev. 4

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  • Page 1 Vent Free Gas Heaters property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Models: 0004050, 0004051 — Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE. Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Vermont Castings stove. IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.
  • Page 3: Installation And Operating Instructions

    Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater Installation & Operating Instructions In order to ensure safe and effective installation, this unit CARBON MONOxIDE POISONING must be installed only by a qualified agency, individual, firm, MAY LEAD TO DEATH! corporation or company that is experienced in the instal- Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early signs of carbon lation, repair and servicing of this type of appliance and is monoxide poisoning resemble the flu, with headaches,...
  • Page 4: Stove Dimensions

    Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater Shell Dimensions Freestanding Stove 9" (229 mm) Valve Inlet 26 " (680 mm) Valve Inlet 3" (76 mm) 14 " 25 " (368 mm) (648 mm) Drawing Not to Scale 15 " (379 mm) Fig. 1 Stardance freestanding shell dimensions. 5004 UVS27 Freestanding specs...
  • Page 5: Clearance Requirements

    Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater Clearance Requirements Minimum Clearances to Combustible Materials Maintain clearance, (empty space), between combus- tible materials and the heater as specified below for the appropriate firebox shell being installed. ST101 ST599a Mantel Mantel from Alcove Clearances Ref. Shelf Depth Ref.
  • Page 6: Gas Specifications

    The nature of a vent free combustion system, however, is such that odors may occasional- The installation of your Vermont Castings stove ly be produced during heater operation when impuri- must conform with local codes, or in the absence of ties exist in the immediate area.
  • Page 7: Vent Free Features

    Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater Provide For Adequate Ventilation Vent Free Features Any space within a home can be classified in the follow- The Stardance Vent Free gas stove is an unvented ing categories: gas heating appliance tested and listed to the ANSI 1) Unusually Tight Construction standard Z1.11.a-008.
  • Page 8 Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater Example: A confined space may be ventilated in two ways: A room that is 18’ x 1’ x 8’ has a volume of 178 A) Open up or provide at least two ventilating grilles to cubic feet, ( length x width x height). An adjoining open an adjoining unconfined space.
  • Page 9: Assembly Procedures

    Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater Assembly Procedures 4. Secure the snapstat wire harness to the shroud Unpack the Stove panel using the wire tie provided. The Stardance is shipped fully assembled on its back. 5. Replace shroud and tighten the two () hex head Unpack the stove and carefully set it upright.
  • Page 10: Install On/Off Switch

    Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater Install ON/OFF Switch On/Off Switch Wiring The switch assembly parts are found in the parts bag. 1. Attach switch assembly to left rear side of stove shroud using two screws and existing holes in shroud. (Fig. 8) .
  • Page 11 Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater . Hold the burner at the right hand side and lift to clear 6. Slide the catalyst through the grille opening. Set the right burner leg. Then pull to the right to clear the catalyst on top of firebox. Secure with two () screws injectors on the left hand side.
  • Page 12: Connect The Gas Supply Line

    Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater CAUTION Connect the Gas Supply Line This appliance should only be connected Check the Rating Plate attached by a steel cable to the by a qualified gas technician. Test to firebox, to confirm that you have the appropriate firebox confirm manifold pressures as specified for the type of fuel to be used.
  • Page 13 Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater 3. Install the right log by placing it on the sheet metal 4. Install the left log by placing it on the sheet metal bracket behind the grate with the right end of the log, bracket behind the grate with the left end of the log, “the thicker end”, touching the grate and the right “the thicker end”...
  • Page 14: Complete The Installation

    Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater When properly installed, the bottom of the front plate Complete the Installation cannot be pulled away form the sides without lifting it. 1. Install the screen frame by sliding the hooks over the NOTE: Be sure the control door can swing out. It top front edge of the firebox and resting the bottom should close against the steel tab stop.
  • Page 15: Operation

    Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater Operation Your First Fire Turn Turn clockwise Read these instructions carefully and familiarize counterclockwise to decrease yourself with the burner controls shown on Page 17. to increase flame height Locate the pilot assembly, Figure 0. Follow the lighting flame height instructions on Page 16 exactly.
  • Page 16: Lighting Instructions

    Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater Lighting and Operating Instructions 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 heater has a pilot which must be lit manu- •...
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater Troubleshooting Follow these procedures in the order presented. W A R N I N G TURN OFF HEATER AND ALLOW TO COOL COMPLETELY BEFORE SERVICING. CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION 1. Inspect and re-connect, replace No spark at pilot when Ignitor is 1.
  • Page 18 Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater Troubleshooting cont’d. SOLUTION CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE Pilot lights but flame goes out 1. Control Knob not fully depressed 1. Depress Control Knob fully and when Control Knob is released. or held in long enough. hold in for a full 30 seconds. .
  • Page 19: Maintenance

    Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater Maintenance The following procedures will help ensure that your heater continues to perform safely and efficiently. Screen Hooks Firebox Cleaning and Inspection Cleanliness is critical to correct operation of the Glass Latch heater. The log set, burner, valve controls and air circulation areas must all be kept free of dust and unobstructed by debris.
  • Page 20: Catalytic Combustor

    Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater Catalytic Combustor The combustor should be cleaned annually to ensure optimal performance. Follow the procedure below. Remove the Combustor Module 1. Be sure the heater is COLD. 2. Remove the screws and washers holding the com- bustor in place.
  • Page 21 Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater 2a,b 9a,b 14a,b 16a,b,c,d MHSC reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. Stardance Vent Free Gas Heaters 5057 Stardance VF parts Models 4050, 4051 30005057...
  • Page 22 Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater Stardance Vent Free Gas Heaters Models 4050, 4051 (continued) Ref. Description Stardance Gas Log Assembly 0005005 Log #V40 Rear 0005006 Log #V4 Left 0005008 Log #V41 Right 0005007 Lava Rocks Burner 57897 Manifold Assy. 0003739 Damper Steel Handle/Screw 300070 Handle Package, Ceramic w/Screw 30004175K...
  • Page 23: Optional Accessories

    Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater Optional Accessories Available Fan Kits Remote Controls FK28 Fan Assembly The remote control allows you to turn the heater on or off from anywhere in the room. Remote controls are The FK8 fan kit helps distribute heated air from within available for the Stardance only.
  • Page 24 Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater 30005057...
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  • Page 27: Warranty

    Stardance® Vent-Free Gas Heater LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY All Vermont Castings gas stoves, gas inserts, and gas fireplaces equipped with an Insta-Flame Ceramic Burner, or standard steel tube burner. BASIC WARRANTY MHSC (hereinafter referred to collectively as the Company) warrants warranty is covered for six months or the remainder of the original warranty, whichever is longest.
  • Page 28 MHSC 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.mhsc.com...

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