kozy heat 936 Installation And Operation Manual
kozy heat 936 Installation And Operation Manual

kozy heat 936 Installation And Operation Manual

Direct vent gas fireplace
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located,
manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home, where not prohibited by local 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.
WARNING: If the information in these instructions 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 gas supplier from a neighbors phone. Follow the gas
supplier 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.
WARNING
HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO TOUCH GLASS.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
www.kozyheat.com
Report No. 216-F-24-4
MAY 2012
936-REV-23

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  • Page 1 — Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. WARNING HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE BURNS. DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL COOLED. Report No. 216-F-24-4 NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO TOUCH GLASS. MAY 2012 936-REV-23 www.kozyheat.com...
  • Page 2: Introduction And Homeowner Reference Information

    Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference. CONGRATULATIONS! We welcome you as a new owner of a Kozy Heat gas fireplace. Kozy Heat products are designed with superior components and materials and assembled by trained craftsmen who take pride in their work. The burner and valve assembly are 100% test-fired and the complete fireplace is thoroughly inspected before packaging to ensure that you receive a quality product.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION #700 Series Termination Kit Installation 16-17 Introduction and Homeowner Reference Information Termination Vent Cap Location CONTENTS Vertical Cap Requirements Table of Contents LOG SET INSTALLATION SAFETY INFORMATION Log Set Installation Safety Information MILLIVOLT BOARD REMOVAL / INSTALLATION COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS INFORMATION Millivolt Board Removal Commonwealth of Massachusetts Information...
  • Page 4: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION This fireplace has been tested to and complies with ANSI Z21.88b-2008·CSA 2.33b-2008·“VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATERS” by OMNI Test Laboratories, Portland, OR. Installation must conform with local building codes or in the absence of local building codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSIZ223.1/NFPA 54 - Current Edition, or the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3288 Installation and repair should be done only by a qualified service person.
  • Page 5: Commonwealth Of Massachusetts Information

    COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS REQUIREMENTS NOTE The following requirements reference various Massachusetts and national codes not contained in this manual. For all sidewall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than (7) feet above finished grade in the area of the venting, including but not limited to decks and porches, the following requirements shall be satisfied: INSTALLATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS...
  • Page 6: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS LETTER KEY DESCRIPTION Height Width Depth Glass Frame Stand-off Vent Center to Vent Center to Front to Gas Floor to Gas Height Height unit back unit front Line Hole Center Line Hole (left side) Center INCHES 18-1/4 19-3/8 11-1/4 9-1/4...
  • Page 7: Components List

    SPECIFICATIONS #936 COMPONENTS 936-E770 Millivolt Control Board Assembly 700-203 Manual Gas Shut-off Valve 911-G900 Refractory Set 936-50E Log Package 700-07T Glass with Gasket Assembly 600-083 Receptacle / Speed Control Assembly w/ 3 Wire Nuts 900-085 4” Restrictor Plate ADDITIONAL COMPONENTS REQUIRED Grill Set or Full Door Face Rigid pipe applications: #923-C Adaptor.
  • Page 8: Typical Installation Options

    TYPICAL INSTALLATION OPTIONS TYPICAL HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION TYPICAL CORNER INSTALLATION If installing optional Heat Duct Kit #970: NOTE Consider heat duct location. Ducts may be vented into fireplace room or another room. Maximum duct run: 20 ft. (6.10 m). Follow instructions included with kit. Figure 7a MANTEL REQUIREMENTS Figure 7b...
  • Page 9: Prepare The Fireplace

    PREPARE THE FIREPLACE NAILING FLANGE ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION Remove (4) nailing flanges from fireplace sides. With 1/4” (6 mm) stand-offs on nailing flanges facing away from fireplace, align nailing flange with holes on outside corners of fireplace. Secure with screws (provided in installation manual parts packet) through slots in nailing flanges. Bend perforation on nailing flange until parallel with fireplace face.
  • Page 10: Framing

    Follow vent pipe manufacturer’s installation instructions for horizontal (470 mm) terminations. Include the required 1-1/2” (38 mm) top clearance and 1” (25 mm) sides and bottom clearances for approved rigid vent systems and the Kozy Heat #700 series flexible vent system. 36-1/2” Figure 9a Hearth...
  • Page 11: Optional Fan Installation

    OPTIONAL FAN INSTALLATION INSTALLATION OF THIS FAN SHOULD BE DONE ONLY BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER MAKE SURE HOUSEHOLD BREAKER IS SHUT OFF PRIOR TO WORKING ON ANY ELECTRICAL LINES. WARNING THIS APPLIANCE IS EQUIPPED WITH A THREE-PRONG (GROUNDING) PLUG FOR PROTECTION AGAINST SHOCK HAZARD AND SHOULD BE PLUGGED DIRECTLY INTO A PROPERLY GROUNDED THREE-PRONG RECEPTACLE.
  • Page 12 OPTIONAL FAN INSTALLATION Figure 11a...
  • Page 13: Gas Line Connection

    For high altitude installations, consult the local gas distributor or the authority having jurisdiction for proper rating methods. The efficiency rating of this appliance is a product of thermal efficiency rating determined under continuous operating IMPORTANT conditions and was determined independently of any installed system. #936 NATURAL GAS LP GAS MINIMUM INLET GAS PRESSURE 5.0 inches W.C.
  • Page 14: Thermostat / Wall Switch / Remote

    THERMOSTAT / WALL SWITCH / REMOTE If desired, a thermostat (wireless style also available), wall switch, or remote control assembly may be used to turn fireplace OFF and ON. Only ONE of these may be installed. Follow instructions included with chosen assembly. NOTE INSTALLATION OF THERMOSTAT OR WALL SWITCH SHOULD ONLY BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER.
  • Page 15: Venting

    Security 4” x 6-5/8” direct vent chimney system (vertical terminations). Kozy Heat #923-C adaptor required. Amerivent / American Metal 4” x 6-5/8” direct vent chimney system (vertical terminations). Kozy Heat #923-C adaptor required. Selkirk Metalbestos 4” x 6-5/8” direct vent chimney system (vertical terminations). Kozy Heat #923-C adaptor required.
  • Page 16: Restrictor Installation

    VENTING RESTRICTOR INSTALLATION Slide restrictor into exhaust pipe on top of Large Restrictor Remove tab (s) to Bend tabs to approx. 80 degree fireplace with tabs pointing towards you create small restrictor angles to create tension to hold prior to attaching venting. itself in place when installed.
  • Page 17: 700 Series Termination Kit Installation

    IF TERMINATING AGAINST VINYL SIDING, A VINYL SIDING PROTECTOR, INCLUDED WITH #718 AND #745 DIRECT VENT KITS, MUST BE USED. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED. Horizontal Top Vent Terminations using Kozy Heat #700 series Flexible Vent System must install #923-F Kozy Heat Flex ATTENTION Vent System Adaptor.
  • Page 18 VENTING FLEXIBLE #700 SERIES cont. TERMINATION BOX SLOTS IN EXTERIOR WALL PLATE 4” FLEX PIPE COLLAR 4” PIPE ON FIREPLACE OR EXTENSION KIT 7” FLEX PIPE COLLAR 7” PIPE ON FIREPLACE OR EXTENSION KIT VINYL SIDING PROTECTOR INTERIOR FIRESTOP Figure 17a...
  • Page 19: Termination Vent Cap Location

    TERMINATION VENT CAP LOCATION This gas appliance must not be connected to a chimney serving any other appliance. Terminations against vinyl siding must use a vinyl siding protector. Follow instructions included. DO NOT RECESS TERMINATION KIT INTO OUTSIDE BUILDING MATERIALS - i.e.: brick, stone, siding, etc. If necessary, extend framing so that termination kit will be exposed once building materials are installed.
  • Page 20: Vertical Cap Requirements

    VENTING (Vertical Cap Requirements) VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCES Roof Pitch H (Min.) Ft. H (Min.) m Flat to 6/12 0.30 Over 6/12 to 7/12 1.25 0.38 Over 7/12 to 8/12 0.46 Over 8/12 to 9/12 0.61 Over 9/12 to 10/12 0.76 Over 10/12 to 11/12 3.25 0.99...
  • Page 21: Log Set Installation

    #936-50E LOG SET INSTALLATION ATTENTION If converting to LP (propane) gas do so now before installing log set. Follow instructions included with kit. NOTE Log numbers are located on bottom of each log. Refer to following instructions and illustrations for proper placement.
  • Page 22: Millivolt Board Removal

    CONTROL BOARD REMOVAL / INSTALLATION CONTROL BOARD REMOVAL If burner and/or pilot have been burning, use appropriate protection to avoid CAUTION burns or personal property damage before removing any components. Turn gas control knob to OFF. Shut off gas supply at manual shut-off valve. Disconnect gas line flex tube from manual shut-off valve.
  • Page 23: Valve And Pilot Assembly Components

    VALVE & PILOT ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS THERMOPILE PILOT HOOD ELECTRODE THERMOCOUPLE PIEZO IGNITOR GAS CONTROL KNOB HI /LO FLAME ADJUSTMENT KNOB ON/OFF ROCKER SWITCH VALVE TERMINALS Figure 22a...
  • Page 24: Lighting And Shutdown Instructions

    LIGHTING AND SHUTDOWN FOR YOUR SAFETY - READ BEFORE LIGHTING IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT, CAUSING WARNING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE. DUE TO HIGH SURFACE TEMPERATURES, KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY. This appliance needs fresh air for safe operation and must be installed so there are provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air.
  • Page 25 LIGHTING AND SHUTDOWN (cont.) LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 5 MINUTES Set thermostat to lowest setting, if installed. Turn off all electrical power to appliance. (Fan). Open lower grill to access gas valve & controls. Push gas control knob in slightly and turn clockwise to OFF. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas.
  • Page 26 LIGHTING AND SHUTDOWN (cont.) TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE TURN BURNER OFF To turn burner OFF, depress ON/OFF rocker switch to OFF, turn off wall switch or adjust setting on thermostat or remote control. NOTE The pilot will stay lit. TURN PILOT OFF Turn pilot off by pushing in and turning gas control knob to OFF.
  • Page 27: Pressure Testing

    PRESSURE TESTING Pressure check taps for manifold (outgoing) and inlet (incoming) pressure have been incorporated into the valve. The pressure IMPORTANT tap marked OUT measures outgoing pressure and pressure tap marked IN measures incoming pressure. Follow instructions below for proper testing procedures. The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at pressures in excess of ½...
  • Page 28: Finalizing The Installation

    FINALIZING THE INSTALLATION FLAME APPEARANCE: Flame appearance is affected by several factors including altitude, venting configuration and fuel quality. Although the venturi setting has been factory set, adjustments may be necessary for optimal performance and visual aesthetics. When fireplace is first lit, the flames will be blue. Flames will gradually turn yellowish-orange during first 15 minutes of operation. If flames remain blue, or become dark orange with evidence of sooting (black tips), the burner tube venturi may need adjustment.
  • Page 29: Restrictor Troubleshooting / Installation After Termination Completion

    FINALIZING THE INSTALLATION RESTRICTOR USAGE: Turn fireplace on and allow to burn for 15 minutes. If flames indicate there is excessive draft (flickering, short flames), a restrictor may be necessary. If flames indicate insufficient draft (lifting or ghosting flames), a previously installed restrictor may need to be modified or removed. TO AVOID PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY, ALLOW FIREPLACE AMPLE TIME TO COOL BEFORE MAKING ANY WARNING ADJUSTMENTS AND / OR INSTALLATIONS.
  • Page 30: Seasonal Heat Dump

    FINALIZING THE INSTALLATION SEASONAL HEAT DUMP This fireplace insert has been manufactured with a heat dump damper located at the inside top of firebox. This allows infinite control over the amount of heat emitted into the living area without affecting flame height. INSTALLER: Please install this fireplace insert with the heat dump in the closed position.
  • Page 31: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE The appliance is required to be inspected at least once a year by a professional service person. The compartment below firebox (behind lower grill) must be cleaned at least once a year, more frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive a year.
  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTION THE FOLLOWING MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. NO SPARK FROM ELECTRODE TO PILOT WHEN PIEZO BUTTON IS TRIGGERED. A. Check wiring at back of piezo for proper connection. B. Check wiring at electrode for proper connection. C.
  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING BURNER WILL NOT LIGHT A. Gas control knob not turned to ON. B. ON/OFF switch not turned on. C. Remote, wall switch or thermostat not turned ON. D. Plugged main burner orifice. E. Remote, wall switch, thermostat, or ON/OFF switch wires defective. Check wires for proper connections.
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING PILOT AND BURNER EXTINGUISH WHILE IN OPERATION A. No LP (propane) in tank. ♦ Check tank and refill if necessary. B. Glass frame assembly not installed correctly. ♦ Refer to page 8 in this manual for proper glass frame assembly installment instructions. C.
  • Page 35: Conversion Kit Instructions

    CONVERSION KIT INSTRUCTIONS #OCK-S31A NAT GAS CONVERSION KIT / #OCK-S51A LP GAS CONVERSION KIT This conversion kit shall be installed by a qualified service agency in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and all applicable codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire, explosion or productions of carbon monoxide may result, causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
  • Page 36: Conversion Kit Instructions

    CONVERSION KIT INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETE THE CONVERSION: 1. Re-install burner assembly into fireplace, checking to ensure burner venturi is properly seated over burner orifice and venturi collar ring is inserted into venturi bracket slot. 2. Adjust external venturi (located at top of valve bracket). Pull lever down slightly and move lever to correct setting. See photos below. CORRECT SETTINGS: NAT: 3/16”...
  • Page 37: Replacement Parts List

    *Consult your dealer for information on optional accessories available for this fireplace. Manufactured by: This appliance tested & certified by: Hussong Mfg. Co., Inc. OMNI - Test Laboratories, Inc. 204 Industrial Park Drive 13327 NE Airport Way Lakefield, Minnesota 56150 Portland OR. 97230 507-662-6641 Model #936 www.kozyheat.com...
  • Page 38: Warranty

    Failure to do so may result in delayed warranty coverage and submission of proof of purchase will be required. Hussong Manufacturing Co., Inc. warranties to the original purchaser of this Kozy Heat Fireplace, that it is free of defects in materials and workmanship at the time of manufacture.
  • Page 39: Warranty

    LIFETIME WARRANTY IS EXTENDED AS FOLLOWS: Hussong Manufacturing Co., Inc. warranties to the original purchaser that the firebox, heat exchanger, fiber logs, burner tube and glass panel of this Kozy Heat Fireplace will not be defective in materia l or workmanship under normal use and service for as long as you own this product.

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