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WARNING: If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, 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.
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Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use
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any phone in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a
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neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
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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.
Installer: Please leave this manual with the appliance owner for future reference
For use with natural gas or propane*
U
O
M
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.
*Conversion kit required for Propane use
7116 Beatty Dr
Mission, BC V2V 6B4
Canada
Northfire 42
42-dvt40n
Direct Vent
Gas Fireplace
I
SERS'
NSTALLATION
PERATION &
AINTENANCE
M
ANUAL
200-1912
JUNE 2010
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- Page 1 Northfire 42 42-dvt40n Direct Vent Gas Fireplace For use with natural gas or propane* SERS’ NSTALLATION WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, fire or explosion may result PERATION & causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Introduction Requirements for the state of Massachusetts General Information Appliance Description Dimensions and Clearances Installation Instructions 9 - 20 Operation Instructions 21 - 22 Maintenance Trouble Shooting Instructions 24 - 25 Wiring Diagrams Servicing 27 - 29 Replacement Parts Warranty Warranty Registration Form CAUTION... -
Page 4: Introduction
Northfire 42 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on choosing an Archgard fireplace! The Northfire 42 is one of the most advanced direct vent fireplace heaters available. It is solidly designed using the latest technology and manufactured to the highest quality. It is our aim to provide you with an appliance for many trouble-free years of reliable service. -
Page 5: Requirements For The State Of Massachusetts
Northfire 42 Requirements for the state of Massachusetts 5.08: Modifications to NFPA-54, Chapter 10 (2) Revise 10.8.3 by adding the following additional requirements: (a) For all side wall 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 seven (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: 1. -
Page 6: General Information
- ANSI Z21.88b-2003 / CSA 2.33b-2003, Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters - CAN / CGA-2.17-M91, Gas-Fired Appliances for Use at High Altitudes Please contact Archgard Industries Ltd., if you have any questions regarding the certification of this appliance. INSTALLATION CODES This appliance must be installed by a qualified gas appliance installer. -
Page 7: Appliance Description
Northfire 42 APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION FLAT FRONT Top Louvers (removable) Ceramic glass front Hinged bottom louvers for control access... -
Page 8: Dimensions And Clearances
Northfire 42 DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS 44” ½ ” 23 ¼” 42” 4 ½” 3/8 ¾” TOP VIEW FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES 0” to stand-offs BACK 0” to stand-offs SIDES 0” to stand-offs 0” BOTTOM ADJACENT SIDE WALL 1” to side of faceplate MANTLE see diagram 1”... -
Page 9: Installation Instructions
Northfire 42 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PRECAUTIONS • This appliance must be installed by a qualified gas installer and the installation must conform to the installation codes. • Provide adequate clearance around air openings of the appliance. Never obstruct front openings. • Provide adequate clearances for proper operation and servicing of the appliance. - Page 10 Northfire 42 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont... Natural Gas Pressure Settings: The inlet supply or line pressure must be a minimum of 4.5” w.c. (1.1 kPa) and a maximum of 8” w.c. (2 kPa). The orifice has a #31 DMS drill size. ELEVATION INPUT RATING 0-4500 ft.
- Page 11 4. DO NOT recess vent termination into walls, sidings or planters. 5. Vent terminations located below 7ft from grade level or anywhere that it can be a burn hazard to the public, such as patios and balconies, must be protected with an Archgard approved termination cage.
- Page 12 Northfire 42 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont... FRAMING DIMENSIONS 17 ½” 35 ¾” 42” TERMINATION FRAMING 17 ½” 42” 11” 10” 41” 29” NOTE: Be sure to include ¼” rise per foot of horizontal length. For rear vented fireplace be 42” sure to include 1” vertical rise minimum per foot of horizontal length beyond 6”.
- Page 13 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont... VENTING The appliance will not function without being connected to a proper venting system. This appliance may only use direct vent system supplied by Archgard, or Simpson Dura-Vent direct vent systems with Archgard #999-DV-SDA adapter. VENTING CHART Note: Restrictors are to be used in vertical vent installations.
- Page 14 Northfire 42 ALLOWABLE TERMINATION LOCATIONS...
- Page 15 Simpson Dura-Vent Archgard System With Simpson Dura-Vent, In the Archgard system, the locate the restrictor in the exhaust restrictors are placed on the section fitting into the formed lip.
- Page 16 6. Never slope horizontal vents downwards. 7. Maintain at least a rise of ¼” (7 mm) for every 1 ft (305 mm) of horizontal vent. 8. Terminate the vent with a suitable vent termination supplied by Archgard Part #999-DV-HTC or Simpson Dura Vent.
- Page 17 Northfire 42 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont... VENT KIT COMPONENTS (999-DV-TVK3) Termination 7” and 4” flex vent lengths (compressed Fire-stop Cement Screws Sleeve Spring spacers VENT ASSEMBLY 4” exhaust vent with spring spacers Vent system assembled Cut sleeve to fit wall thickness...
- Page 18 Northfire 42 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont... GLASS DOOR WARNING: Do not attempt to remove the glass door when the appliance is hot. Removing the Glass Door Remove the top louver by lifting off and open bottom louver. There are 3 buckle latches under the door frame. Lift the lever on the back of the latches to release them.
- Page 19 Northfire 42 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont... LOG PLACEMENT Locator pins are provided to assist in log location • • LOCATOR PINS Locate the rear log on the locator pins in the rear of the firebox and then the front logs on •...
- Page 20 Northfire 42 Locate the rear top log onto the locater pin on the top of the rear log as shown Locate the right log onto the locater pins as shown as shown...
- Page 21 Northfire 42 Locate the back left log on the locater pins Locate the left front log on the locater pins as shown...
- Page 22 Northfire 42 Locate the right log onto the locater pin on the bottom log and the locater pin on the burner pan Locate the center log on the locater pin on the burner and rest it on the rear log as shown...
- Page 23 Northfire 42 Place the coals on the burner making sure not to block any burner ports or air pas- sages. Do not place coals over the gap between the burner and the base.
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Page 24: Installation Instructions
Northfire 42 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont... OPTIONAL BAY DOOR INSTALLATION WARNING: THE OPTIONAL BAY DOOR IS A DECORATIVE OPTION ONLY AND IS MANUFACTURED WITH TEMPERED GLASS. THIS UNIT MUST NOT BE OPERATED WITHOUT THE FLAT CERAMIC DOOR SECURED IN PLACE, BEHIND IT. NOTE: Ensure that the fireplace is turned off and cool. -
Page 25: Operation Instructions
Northfire 42 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE LIGHTING INITIAL OPERATION • Check that the appliance is properly vented and connected to the gas supply. Check that the logs and branches are properly placed. • • Check that all external parts, such as grills, door and faceplate are properly attached and fastened. - Page 26 Northfire 42 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Cont.. LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS (copy of instruction plate found in control panel) FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire of explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A.
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Page 27: Maintenance
Northfire 42 MAINTENANCE : Do not conduct maintenance on the appliance while it is operating or while it is still hot. CAUTION CLEANING THE APPLIANCE The exterior painted surfaces, glass and gold trims may be cleaned with a soft, non-abrasive cloth and water or a suitable, mild, non-abrasive cleaner. -
Page 28: Troubleshooting
Northfire 42 TROUBLESHOOTING Please check to make sure the instructions are followed exactly before attempting troubleshooting of the appliance. WARNING: Troubleshooting and servicing of gas and electrical devices of the appliance should only be conducted by a qualified service technician. SYMPTOM ACTION Pilot will not light after... - Page 29 Northfire 42 TROUBLESHOOTING - Continued SYMPTOM ACTION The main burner does not 3. Check to make sure the thermostat is set high enough to turn turn on with the pilot lit. on the appliance. 4. Check that the remote switch or the thermostat is turned on. 5.
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Page 30: Wiring Diagrams
Northfire 42 WIRING DIAGRAMS VALVE CONNECTIONS SPARK ELECTRODE OPTIONAL THERMOSTAT PILOT BURNER THERMOCOUPLE THERMOPILE OPTIONAL REMOTE WALL SWITCH PILOT ON/OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY To SPARKER... -
Page 31: Servicing
SERVICING SERVICING UNDER WARRANTY Before servicing, read the terms and conditions of the Archgard warranty at the back of the manual. Contact the Archgard authorized dealer where you purchased the appliance from and provide them with details of the problem and the installation information that the installer has filled in at the back of the manual. - Page 32 Northfire 42 SERVICING CHANGING MAIN BURNER ORIFICE Remove the glass door, log branches and the front log. • Unscrew the 2 screws holding the left burner shields between the burner tubes and remove • the shield. • Remove the adjustment wing nut and slide the air shutter away from the orifice cap. Use a ½”...
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Page 33: Servicing
(HERE) open - then push the small metal tab across to the other side of the body and retighten. Call your local Authorized Archgard Dealer to purchase the correct fuel conversion kit for your gas appliance. IF YOUR GLASS BREAKS In the event your glass cracks or breaks, it must be replaced by the exact same size and material. -
Page 34: Replacement Parts
Northfire 42 REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR THE NORTHFIRE 42 ITEM # DESCRIPTION UNIT OWNER’S MANUAL NORTHFIRE 42-DVT40N 200-1912 MAGNET 0.25 X 0.875 X 1.0 (7 Lb PULL) 300-0031 LATCH, DOOR 1 11/16” X 1 3/16” 300-0034 ORIFICE CAP #49 ( PROPANE GAS) -
Page 35: Warranty
This Limited Warranty is made by ARCHGARD INDUSTRIES LTD., hereinafter referred to as “Archgard”. Archgard warrants to the original purchaser of an Archgard gas burning fireplace (s) that the product will be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service, for a “lifetime”. -
Page 36: Warranty Registration
POSTAGE WARRANTY REGISTRATION ARCHGARD INDUSTRIES LTD. 7116 BEATTY DRIVE MISSION, B.C. CANADA V2V 6B4 FOLD DOWN AT LINE FOLD DOWN AT LINE & TAPE CLOSED 42-DVT40N Model # : Serial #: Date Installed: yyyy Name: Address: City: State/Prov: ZIP: Phone: ( _____ ) Dealer's Name &... - Page 38 Archgard Industries Ltd. 7116 Beatty Drive Mission, B.C. V2V 6B4 Canada Website: www.archgard.com...
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