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Archgard Optima 40 User's Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

Gas fired vented room heater (direct vent) for use with natural gas or propane
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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.
* 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
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
Gas Fired Vented Room
For use with Natural Gas or Propane*
U
SERS'
O
M
This appliance may be installed in an after-market,
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
Optima 40
Heater (Direct Vent)
I
NSTALLATION
PERATION and
AINTENANCE
M
ANUAL
200-0166
MARCH 2006

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  • Page 1 Optima 40 Gas Fired Vented Room Heater (Direct Vent) For use with Natural Gas or Propane* WARNING: If the information in this manual is not SERS’ NSTALLATION followed exactly, fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss PERATION and of life.
  • Page 2 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 resi- dential 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 satis- fied:...
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on choosing an Archgard Gas Fireplace. The Optima 40 Direct Vent Insert is one of the most advanced Direct Vent Insert heater available today. It is solidly designed using the latest technology and manufactured to the highest quality. It is our aim to provide you an appliance with many trouble free years of reliable service.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Optima 40 pictured on the front cover is shown with Optional Gold Overlay (Part # GO- 40), Contoured Surround (Part # ESK-40R) and Brass Surround Trim (Part# GEDTK-40) CONTENTS PAGE # Caution and Safety Instructions Appliance Certification, Installation Codes and Specifications...

  • Page 5: Caution And Safety Instructions

    Optima 40 CAUTION FOR YOUR SAFETY - Do not install or operate your Archgard Optima 40 Direct Vent Gas Insert without reading and understanding this manual. Any installation or operational deviation from this instruction manual voids the Archgard Industries Warranty and may prove hazardous.

  • Page 6: Appliance Certification, Installation Codes And Specifications

    - 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 Dimensions And Minimum Requirements For Fireplace Dimensions

    Optima 40 DIMENSIONS APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS 28” (711 mm) 18 ½” (470 mm) 14” (356 mm) 14 ⅛” (359 mm DSK-40 or ESK-40 (STANDARD SURROUND) 44” (1118 mm) 29 ⅝” (752 mm) LSK-40 (LARGE FLAT SURROUND) 47 ¼” (1200 mm) 31 ⅜” (797 mm) 22 ⅜”...

  • Page 8: Clearance To Combustibles

    Optima 40 CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury or loss of life. CAUTION: This appliance is designed for used in any masonry or factory built wood burning fireplace.

  • Page 9: Gas Connections

    Optima 40 GAS CONNECTIONS Before connecting the appliance to the gas supply line, double check that the appliance you have purchased is designed for the gas type you are using. The gas type markings are located on the certification label and also on the appliance’s gas valve.

  • Page 10: Appliance Description, Leveling The Appliance And Electrical Requirements

    ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS The Optima 40 comes complete with a temperature activated fan and rheostat installed and wired to a three-prong (grounding) plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged in directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.

  • Page 11: Venting Instructions

    “open” position. Temporarily disabling the damper with braces, wedges, brackets, ext,. Is not allowed. The Optima 40 showing the Exhaust and Fresh Air Intake locations. These connections are labeled for you. The Optima 40...

  • Page 12: Venting Instructions

    Optima 40 VENTING INSTRUCTIONS TK-40/32 Instructions for use with Archgard vertical termination cap. Part # TK-40/32. Install the termination cap being sure to provided sufficient space (around and on top) so as to not to impede the flow of air both into and out-of the cap. This cap is only to be used for non combustible installations.

  • Page 13: Surround Installation And Rocker Switch Wiring

    Optima 40 SURROUND INSTALLATION Make sure the gas and electrical lines are properly connected to the appliance. Slide the unit into the fireplace and slide the excess flue liner material back onto the chimney. Before the ap- pliance is fully recessed into the fireplace attach the surround onto the appliance. The return flange on the side of the surround fits on the inside of the mounting rails on the appliance.

  • Page 14: Optional Wall Switch, Thermostat Or Remote Control. Suggested Wiring

    Optima 40 OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH OR THERMOSTAT If a wall mounted switch or a wall mounted thermostat is desired, Archgard recommends that the device be wired as shown in Fig 1. This will allow the original on/off rocker switch to be used incase the device that is mounted to the wall is inoperable.

  • Page 15: Log Placement (Fiberflame Log Set) And Ceramic Brick Panels (Liner)

    Optima 40 LOG PLACEMENT The Archgard “FiberFlame Technology Burner System” of ceramic logs are designed to give a realistic fire package, and are created to look the same as the day they were originally installed. Care must be given when first installing the logs and if removed for servicing, as they can be damaged or broken if not handled properly.
  • Page 16 Optima 40 LOG PLACEMENT Continued……….. Step 1 : Locate Log # 152 and place it as shown onto the Right Rear side of the Ember Bed as shown. Step 2 : Locate Log # 151 and place it as shown onto the Left Rear side of the...
  • Page 17 Optima 40 LOG PLACEMENT Continued……….. Step 3 : Locate Log # 149 and place it as shown onto the Center Front of the Ember Bed as Shown. Step 4 : Locate Log # 150 and place it as shown onto the Left Front side of the...
  • Page 18 Optima 40 LOG PLACEMENT Continued……….. Step 5 : Locate Log # 012 and place it as shown onto the Center Rear of the Ember Bed as Shown. Step 6 : Locate Log # 0013 and place it as shown onto the Right Front of the...
  • Page 19 Ember Bed as Shown. CERAMIC BRICK PANELS The Optima 40 comes with a set of Ceramic Brick Panels. They are factory installed for your convenience, therefore no adjustments should be made. If you find any damage to the Ce- ramic Brick Panels please contact your Authorized Archgard Dealer who sold you this appli- ance to order replacements.

  • Page 20: Final Installation Check And Initial Operation

    Optima 40 FINAL INSTALLATION CHECK Each Archgard Gas Fireplace is checked and tested at the factory prior to being packaged, and shipped to our dealers, and finally installed in your home. Archgard recommends that, before leaving this unit with the customer, the installer must ensure that the appliance is firing correctly, and that the electrical system is in working order.

  • Page 21: First Fire And Lighting Instructions (Caution)

    Optima 40 FIRST FIRE When operated for the first few times, the appliance will emit some odor and fumes. This is due to the heat from the appliance evaporating the oils and solvents used in fabricating the appliance. Close off the room to the rest of the house and open all windows. Keep the room well ventilated as smoke alarm may sound.

  • Page 22: Lighting Instruction On Rating Plate

    Optima 40 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS ON RATING PLATE 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. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by a spark •...

  • Page 23: Glass Door Removal And If Your Glass Should Break

    IF YOUR GLASS BREAKS In the event your glass cracks or breaks, Archgard recommends that a new door assembly be ordered to replace the original door.

  • Page 24: Optional Bay Door Installation Instructions

    Optima 40 OPTIONAL BAY DOOR INSTALLATION WARNING: THE OPTIONAL BAY DOOR BBAY–40 IS A DECORATIVE OPTION ONLY AND IS MANUFACTURED WITH TEMPERED GLASS. THIS UNIT MUST NOT BE OPER- ATED WITHOUT THE FLAT CERAMIC GLASS DOOR SECURED IN PLACE, BEHIND IT.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting Guide

    Optima 40 TROUBLE SHOOTING Please check to make sure the instructions are followed exactly before attempting trouble shooting of the appliance. WARNING: Trouble shooting and servicing of gas and electrical devices of the appliance should only be conducted by a qualified service technician.
  • Page 26 Optima 40 TROUBLE SHOOTING Cont... SYMPTOM ACTION The main burner does not turn 3. Check to make sure the thermostat is set high enough to turn on the on with the pilot lit. Cont... appliance. 4. Check that the remote switch or the thermostat is turned on.

  • Page 27: Maintenance And Cleaning The Appliance

    Regularly: • Frequent cleaning of the ceramic glass is required. Archgard recommends using a good quality “gas fireplace” glass cleaner that is available at any hearth retail location. DO NOT CLEAN WHILE HOT.

  • Page 28: Servicing Under Warranty And Adjusting Primary Air

    Optima 40 SERVICING UNDER WARRANTY Before servicing, read the terms and conditions of the Archgard warranty at the back of the manual. Contact the Authorized Archgard dealer were you purchased the appliance from and provide them with details of the problem together with the initial installation information (from the back of this manual).

  • Page 29: Adjusting Primary Air (Continued) And Changing Main Burner Orifice

    ADJUSTING PRIMARY AIR NOTE: Fig. 1. Is to give an example of what is a correct or in-correct flame pattern. It is not a true representation of what your Optima 40 will look like in the customer’s home environment. Fig.1 FLAMES...

  • Page 30: Checking Inlet/Outlet Gas Pressures, Adjusting Pilot And Convertible Pilot Orifice

    Optima 40 CHECKING INLET AND OUTLET GAS PRESSURE 1. Open the lower grills. 2. The pressure test taps are located on the valve. The taps are located in the gas valve front face. The inlet is marked ‘IN’ and the outlet is marked ‘OUT’. See Fig.1.

  • Page 31: Replacing Convection Blower & Wiring Diagram

    Optima 40 REPLACING CONVECTION BLOWER Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing This appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Cana- dian Electrical code, CSA C22.1.

  • Page 32: Valve Tray Assembly And Parts List

    Optima 40 VALVE TRAY ASSEMBLY Item # Item Description Unit 308-0109 Valve HONEYWELL Hi/Low Natural Gas 308-0101 Replacement Piezo (comes pre-mounted on valve) 301-0000 Straight 3/8” (9.5 mm) Compression 3/8” (9.5 mm) MNPT 301-0009 Tubing 3/8” (9.5 mm) Dia. Aluminum (Main Supply Tube) 8.25...

  • Page 33: Fiberflame Logs & Burner Bed Assembly And Parts List

    Optima 40 PARTS LIST - FiberFlame Logs and Burner Bed #’s shown in sequence of installation steps. Please review pg.16 to pg.19 in this manual. FiberFlame Burner Bed Item # Item Description Unit 310-0152 FiberFlame Log # 1. 310-0151 FiberFlame Log # 2.

  • Page 34: Replacement Parts List - General Parts

    Optima 40 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST ARCHGARD OPTIMA 40 Item # Item Description Unit 200-0166 Owner’s Manual 840-0005 Top Louver (grill) assembly (Metallic Black) 840-0004 Bottom Louver (grill) assembly (Metallic Black) 300-0030 Hinge Self Closing Brass 800-0060 Air Shutter Assembly 314-0131 Air Shutter Gasket...
  • Page 35 Optima 40 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST ARCHGARD OPTIMA 40 Item # Item Description Unit Replacement parts for BBAY-40 Bay Door (Option) 300-0031 Magnet, #7 Pull 307-0050 Glass, 6mm Tempered (Middle Piece) 307-0051 Glass, 6mm Tempered (Side Piece) 308-0095 Knob Ext. ON/OFF 308-0094 Knob Ext.

  • Page 36: Warranty

    Problem Description ❖ NOTE: Warranty may be void if work is carried out by an unqualified person (s). Only original Archgard parts may be used. Please consult your Archgard dealer or representative if in doubt about a replacement part (s).

  • Page 37: Frequently Asked Questions About Your Gas Fireplace

    Q. My fan/blower makes a “whirring” or “humming” noise. A. Your Archgard gas appliance uses a powerful fan to push heated air into your room. It is not unusual to hear a “humming” noise when your fan is running. Note: the sound will change depending on the set- ting that your fan speed control is set at.

  • Page 38: Notes

    Optima 40 NOTES...

  • Page 39: 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 Optima 40 Model # : Serial #: Date Installed: yyyy Name: Address: City: State/Prov: ZIP: Phone: ( _____ ) Dealer's Name &...
  • Page 41 Archgard Industries Ltd. 7116 Beatty Drive Mission, B.C. V2V 6B4 Canada Website: www.archgard.com...

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