Continental Fireplaces BCDV42CFN Installation And Operating Instructions Manual
Continental Fireplaces BCDV42CFN Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Continental Fireplaces BCDV42CFN Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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CONSUMER: RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
NEVER LEAVE CHILDREN OR OTHER AT RISK INDIVIDUALS ALONE WITH THE APPLIANCE.
CERTIFIED UNDER CANADIAN AND AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS: CSA 2.22, ANSI Z21.50 FOR VENTED GAS FIREPLACES.
CERTIFIED FOR CANADA AND UNITED STATES USING ANSI/CSA METHODS.

SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING
!
If the information in these instructions
are not followed exactly, a fi re or
explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or loss of life.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable
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
neighbour'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 supplier.
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
certifi ed kit is used.
Phone (705)721-1212 • Fax (705)722-6031 • www.continentalfi replaces.com • ask@continentalfi re.on.ca
$10.00
INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE APPLIANCE.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Wolf Steel Ltd., 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie, ON, L4M 0G8 Canada /
103 Miller Drive, Crittenden, Kentucky, USA, 41030
INSTALLATION AND
BCDV42CFN

NATURAL GAS

BCDV42CFP
WARNING
!
PROPANE
HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE
BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL
COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO
TOUCH GLASS.
1.24B
W415-0780 / D / 08.13.12
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  • Page 1: Natural Gas

    NEVER LEAVE CHILDREN OR OTHER AT RISK INDIVIDUALS ALONE WITH THE APPLIANCE. INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CERTIFIED UNDER CANADIAN AND AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS: CSA 2.22, ANSI Z21.50 FOR VENTED GAS FIREPLACES. BCDV42CFN CERTIFIED FOR CANADA AND UNITED STATES USING ANSI/CSA METHODS. NATURAL GAS SAFETY INFORMATION...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INSTALLATION OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION DIMENSIONS GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL INFORMATION RATING PLATE INFORMATION VENTING VENTING LENGTHS AND COMPONENTS TYPICAL VENT INSTALLATIONS SPECIAL VENT INSTALLATIONS 3.3.1 PERISCOPE TERMINATION VENT TERMINAL CLEARANCES VENT APPLICATION FLOW CHART DEFINITIONS ELBOW VENT LENGTH VALUES HORIZONTAL TERMINATION VERTICAL TERMINATION INSTALLATION...
  • Page 3: Installation Overview

    1.0 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW See the section “MINIMUM MANTEL AND ENCLOSURE CLEARANCES” See the sections “MINIMUM ENCLOSURE CLEARANCES” for non-combustible material See the sections See the section “MINIMUM “VENTING” and ENCLOSURE “INSTALLATION” CLEARANCES” for drywall (or other combustible material) See the section See the section “INSTALLATION “FRAMING”...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    2.0 INTRODUCTION WARNING • THIS APPLIANCE IS HOT WHEN OPERATED AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS IF CONTACTED. • ANY CHANGES TO THIS APPLIANCE OR IT’S CONTROLS CAN BE DANGEROUS AND IS PROHIBITED. • Do not operate appliance before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate appliance according to operating instructions could cause fi...
  • Page 5: Dimensions

    DIMENSIONS TOP OF FIREPLACE OPENING " 5" DIA. 8" DIA. 41 1 /2" 1/2" 37" 23" 25" 30 1/4" 5 1 /2" INLET 3" 46" ELECTRICAL INLET LEFT SIDE GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS WARNING ALWAYS LIGHT THE PILOT WHETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME OR IF THE GAS SUPPLY HAS RUN OUT, WITH THE GLASS DOOR OPENED OR REMOVED.
  • Page 6: General Information

    The installation must conform with local codes or, in absence of local codes, the National Gas and Propane We suggest that our gas Installation Code CSA B149.1 in Canada, or the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 / NFPA 54 in the United hearth products be installed States.
  • Page 7: Rating Plate Information

    LE FOYER EST CONFORME A LA NORME DE CERTI 9700539 (WSL) 4001657 (NGZ) 01657 (NGZ) (NGZ) 4001658 (NAC) 4001659 (WUSA) 4001659 (WUSA) 4001659 (WUSA) BGD42CFN BCDV42CFN MODEL BGD42CFP BGD42CFP GD42CFP BCDV42CFP 0-4500FT (0-1370m) ALTITUDE / ELEVATION EVATION VATION 0-4500FT (0-1370m)
  • Page 8: Venting Lengths And Components

    REQUIRED RISE ON HORIZONTAL VENTING BCDV42CF RIGID VENTING 0" FLEXIBLE VENTING 0" For optimum performance, it is recommended that all horizontal runs have a 1" rise per foot. VENTING LENGTHS AND COMPONENTS Use only Wolf Steel, Simpson Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct Temp, American Metal Amerivent or Metal-Fab venting components.
  • Page 9: Typical Vent Installations

    TYPICAL VENT INSTALLATIONS 16" MIN 40 FT 18" MAX VENT HEAT SHIELD 38 1/2" 37" MIN PLUS RISE* * See venting section. NOTE: When terminating vertically, the restrictor plate W500-0205 must be installed. Refer to "RESTRICTING VERTICAL VENTS" section. W415-0780 / D / 08.13.12...
  • Page 10: Special Vent Installations

    SPECIAL VENT INSTALLATIONS 3.3.1 PERISCOPE TERMINATION Use the periscope kit to locate the air termination above grade. The periscope must be installed so that when fi nal grading is completed, the bottom air slot is located a minimum of 12” above grade. The maximum allowable vent length is 10’ for a 12"...
  • Page 11: Vent Terminal Clearances

    VENT TERMINAL CLEARANCES COVERED BALCONY APPLICATIONS ††* = 3 feet = 2 x ACTUAL INSTALLATIONS feet CANADA U.S.A. 12” 12” Clearance above grade, veranda porch, deck or balcony. 12” 9” Clearance to windows or doors that open. Δ Δ 12” * 12”...
  • Page 12: Vent Application Flow Chart

    VENT APPLICATION FLOW CHART TOP EXIT Horizontal Termination Vertical Termination Vertical rise is equal Vertical rise is equal Vertical rise is less Vertical rise is less to or greater than to or greater than than horizontal run than horizontal run the horizontal run the horizontal run Horizontal run +...
  • Page 13: Horizontal Termination

    HORIZONTAL TERMINATION ) < (V See graph to determine the required vertical Simple venting confi guration (only one 45° and 90° rise V for the required horizontal run H elbow) REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE IN FEET V 12.5 17.5 HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET H The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable values for H...
  • Page 14 ) > (V See graph to determine the required vertical Simple venting confi guration (only one 45° and 90° rise V for the required horizontal run H elbow) 147” REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE IN INCHES V 57” 12.5’ HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET H The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable values for H...
  • Page 15: Vertical Termination

    VERTICAL TERMINATION ) < (V Simple venting configurations. See graph to determine the required vertical rise V for the required horizontal run H REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE IN FEET V HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET H The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable values for H and V For vent configurations requiring more than one 45°...
  • Page 16 ) > (V Simple venting configurations. See graph to determine the required vertical rise V for the required horizontal run H REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE IN FEET V HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET H The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable values for H and V For vent configurations requiring more than one 45°...
  • Page 17: Installation

    4.0 INSTALLATION WARNING FOR SAFE AND PROPER OPERATION OF THE APPLIANCE, FOLLOW THE VENTING INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY. ALL INNER EXHAUST AND OUTER INTAKE VENT PIPE JOINTS MAY BE SEALED USING EITHER RED RTV HIGH TEMP SILICONE SEALANT W573-0002 (NOT SUPPLIED) OR BLACK HIGH TEMP MILL PAC W573-0007 (NOT SUPPLIED) WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE APPLIANCE EXHAUST FLUE COLLAR WHICH MUST BE SEALED USING MILL PAC.
  • Page 18: Horizontal Installation

    HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION WARNING THE FIRESTOP ASSEMBLY MUST BE INSTALLED WITH THE VENT SHIELD TO THE TOP. TERMINALS MUST NOT BE RECESSED INTO A WALL OR SIDING MORE THAN THE DEPTH OF THE RETURN FLANGE OF THE MOUNTING PLATE. This application occurs when venting through an exterior wall. Having determined the correct height for the air terminal location, cut and frame a hole in the exterior wall as illustrated to accommodate the fi...
  • Page 19: Vertical Installation

    VERTICAL INSTALLATION This application occurs when venting through a roof. Installation kits for various roof pitches are available from your authorized dealer / distributor. See accessories to order specifi c kits required. A. Determine the air terminal location, cut and frame a square opening as 10 3/4"...
  • Page 20: Horizontal Air Terminal Installation

    4.4.1 HORIZONTAL AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATION Stretch the inner fl ex pipe to the required length taking into account the additional length needed for the fi nished wall surface. Apply a heavy bead of the CAULKING high temperature sealant W573-0007 Mill Pac (not supplied) to the inner sleeve of the air terminal.
  • Page 21: Vertical Air Terminal Installation

    4.4.2 VERTICAL AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATION WARNING MAINTAIN A MINIMUM 2” SPACE BETWEEN THE AIR INLET BASE AND THE STORM COLLAR. Fasten the roof support to the roof using the screws provided. The roof support is optional. In this case the venting is to be adequately supported using either an alternate method suitable to the authority having jurisdiction or the optional roof support.
  • Page 22: Vertical Through Existing Chimney

    VERTICAL THROUGH EXISTING CHIMNEY WARNING RISK OF FIRE! CO-AXIAL TO CO-LINEAR VENTING CONFIGURATIONS MUST ONLY BE USED IN A NON- COMBUSTIBLE CHIMNEY OR ENCLOSURE. INSTALLATION IN A COMBUSTIBLE ENCLOSURE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE. This appliance is designed to be attached to a 3” co-linear aluminum fl ex vent system running the full length of a masonry chimney.
  • Page 23: Mobile Home

    MOBILE HOME This appliance is also certifi ed to be installed as an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) installation in a manufactured home (U.S. 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, in the United States or the Mobile Home Standard, CAN/CSA Z240 MH Series, in Canada.
  • Page 24: Optional Wall Switch Installation

    OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION WARNING DO NOT CONNECT EITHER THE WALL SWITCH, THERMOSTAT OR GAS VALVE DIRECTLY TO 110 VOLT ELECTRICITY. For ease of accessibility, an optional remote wall switch or millivolt thermostat may be installed in a convenient location. Route a 2 strand, solid core millivolt wire from the valve to the wall switch or millivolt thermostat. The recommended maximum lead length depends on wire size: WIRE SIZE MAX.
  • Page 25 NOTE: Do not build into this area - it must be left clear to provide adequate clearance for the vent in this 14” wide area centered along the front of the fireplace. No combustibles are allowed. 49” 1 1/2” MAX MINIMUM ENCLOSURE HEIGHT...
  • Page 26: Minimum Clearance To Combustibles

    MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES Minimum clearance to combustible construction from appliance and vent surfaces: Combustible framing: Sides, back, bottom and top of the appliance 0" to standoffs Non-combustible fi nishing: 6 1/2" to appliance edge Combustible framing: Sides and bottom 0"...
  • Page 27: Installing Standoffs

    INSTALLING STANDOFFS This appliance is supplied with two standoffs. For convenience, the standoffs have been shipped fl at and located on the top at the front. Before framing ensure the standoffs are bent up and screwed into place ensuring a height of 4.5". NOTE: The information and dimensions in this section represent the minimum clearances to combustible materials.
  • Page 28: Alcove Framing

    WARNING USE ONLY NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL SUCH AS CEMENT BOARD, CERAMIC TILE, MARBLE, ETC. WHEN FINISHING TO THE FIREPLACE. DO NOT USE WOOD OR DRYWALL. 6 1/2" ALCOVE FRAMING RECESS OR ALCOVE AREA ENCLOSURE AREA APPLIANCE NOTE: Recesses or alcoves above the appliance can be made as deep as desired provided the minimum clearances to combustibles are maintained.
  • Page 29: Minimum Mantel Clearances

    MINIMUM MANTEL CLEARANCES WARNING RISK OF FIRE, MAINTAIN ALL SPECIFIED AIR SPACE CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY CAUSE A FIRE OR CAUSE THE APPLIANCE TO OVERHEAT. ENSURE ALL CLEARANCES (I.E. BACK, SIDE, TOP, VENT, MANTEL, FRONT, ETC.) ARE CLEARLY MAINTAINED.
  • Page 30: Finishing

    6.0 FINISHING WARNING RISK OF FIRE! NEVER OBSTRUCT THE FRONT OPENING OF THE APPLIANCE. THE FRONT OF THE APPLIANCE MUST BE FINISHED WITH ANY NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS SUCH AS BRICK, MARBLE, GRANITE, ETC., PROVIDED THAT THESE MATERIALS DO NOT GO BELOW THE SPECIFIED DIMENSION AS ILLUSTRATED. DO NOT STRIKE, SLAM OR SCRATCH GLASS.
  • Page 31: Door Trim

    DOOR TRIM This appliance comes complete with top door SLOT NOTCH trim (W715-0729). FACING INSIDE LIP TRIM Guide the arms of the trim into the slots that are slightly hidden under the facing DOOR through the opening between the top of the door and the bottom edge of the facing as illustrated in the front view.
  • Page 32: Glowing Embers

    Place the bottom of the left crossover log (#4) onto the stud on the left side of the log support. The top of the log should rest in the pocket on the back log. Place the bottom of the right crossover log (#5) onto the stud on the right side of the log support.
  • Page 33: Optional Blower Installation

    7.0 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION WARNING RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRICAL SHOCK. TURN OFF THE GAS AND ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE SERVICING THIS APPLIANCE. USE ONLY WOLF STEEL APPROVED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS WITH THIS APPLIANCE. USING NON-LISTED ACCESSORIES (BLOWERS, DOORS, LOUVRES, TRIMS, GAS COMPONENTS, VENTING COMPONENTS, ETC.) COULD RESULT IN A SAFETY HAZARD AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY AND CERTIFICATION.
  • Page 34: Installing The Blower

    INSTALLING THE BLOWER INSTALLATION TO BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER and must be BLOWER electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the current CSA C22.1 Canadian electrical code in Canada or the ANSI / NFPA 70 National Electrical Code in the United States. THERMAL If the appliance was not previously equipped with a blower: SWITCH...
  • Page 35: Operation

    8.0 OPERATION WARNING IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE. ALWAYS LIGHT THE PILOT WHETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME OR IF THE GAS SUPPLY HAS RUN OUT WITH THE GLASS DOOR OPENED OR REMOVED.
  • Page 36: Adjustments

    9.0 ADJUSTMENTS PILOT BURNER ADJUSTMENT Adjust the pilot screw to provide properly sized fl ame. Turn in a clockwise PILOT direction to reduce the gas fl ow. BURNER THERMOPILE Inlet pressure can be checked by turning screw (A) THERMOCOUPLE counter-clockwise until loosened and then placing pressure gauge tubing over the test point.
  • Page 37: Flame Characteristics

    FLAME CHARACTERISTICS It’s important to periodically perform a visual check of the pilot and burner fl ames. Compare them to the illustrations provided. If any fl ames 3/8” - 1/2” appear abnormal call a service person. FLAME MUST ENVELOP UPPER 3/8"...
  • Page 38: Maintenance

    10.0 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE WARNING MAINTENANCE TURN OFF THE GAS AND ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE SERVICING THE APPLIANCE. APPLIANCE MAY BE HOT, DO NOT SERVICE UNTIL APPLIANCE HAS COOLED. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS. CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation.
  • Page 39: Glass / Door Replacement

    10.2 GLASS / DOOR REPLACEMENT WARNING DO NOT USE SUBSTITUTE MATERIALS. GLASS MAY BE HOT, DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL COOLED. CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN REMOVING AND DISPOSING OF ANY BROKEN DOOR GLASS OR DAMAGED COMPONENTS. BE SURE TO VACUUM UP ANY BROKEN GLASS FROM INSIDE THE APPLIANCE BEFORE OPERATION.
  • Page 40: Replacements

    11.0 REPLACEMENTS WARNING FAILURE TO POSITION THE PARTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS MANUAL OR FAILURE TO USE ONLY PARTS SPECIFICALLY APPROVED WITH THIS APPLIANCE MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY. ** THIS IS A FAST ACTING THERMOCOUPLE. IT IS AN INTEGRAL SAFETY COMPONENT. REPLACE ONLY WITH A FAST ACTING THERMOCOUPLE SUPPLIED BY WOLF STEEL LTD.
  • Page 41 FLEXIBLE VENT KITS REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION GD420 (5FT) W730-0010 5" FLEXIBLE VENT PIPE - 5.5FT C/W SPACERS W730-0012 8" FLEXIBLE VENT PIPE - 5.5FT GD430 (10FT) W730-0011 5" FLEXIBLE VENT PIPE - 11.5FT W730-0013 8" FLEXIBLE VENT PIPE - 11.5FT C/W SPACERS W010-0067 ASSEMBLY, SUPPORT RING (5/8) TERMINAL KITS...
  • Page 42 ACCESSORIES REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION W175-0166 5" COUPLER W175-0002 8" COUPLER W500-0206 TERMINAL EXTENSION PLATE GD-501 HEAT GUARD W585-0096 SOFFIT HEAT SHIELD W010-0067 ASSEMBLY, SUPPORT RING (5/8) W175-0170 DURA-VENT ZERO CLEARANCE ADAPTOR W170-0086 VENT PIPE COLLAR W585-0092 VENT PIPE SHIELD W175-0211 CONVERSION KIT - NG TO LP W175-0248...
  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    12.0 TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING ALWAYS LIGHT THE PILOT WHETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME OR IF THE GAS SUPPLY HAS RAN OUT, WITH THE GLASS DOOR OPEN OR REMOVED. TURN OFF THE GAS AND ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE SERVICING THE APPLIANCE. APPLIANCE MAY BE HOT, DO NOT SERVICE UNTIL APPLIANCE HAS COOLED. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS.
  • Page 44 SYMPTOM PROBLEM TEST SOLUTION Pilot will not light. No spark at pilot burner. Check if pilot can be lit by a match. Check that the wire is connected to the push button igniter. Check if the push button igniter needs tightening. Replace the wire if the wire insulation is broken or frayed.
  • Page 45 SYMPTOM PROBLEM TEST SOLUTION White / grey fi lm forms. Sulphur from fuel is being Clean the glass with a recommended gas appliance deposited on glass, logs or glass cleaner. combustion chamber surfaces. DO NOT CLEAN GLASS WHEN HOT. If deposits are not cleaned off regularly, the glass may become permanently marked.
  • Page 46: Warranty

    13.0 WARRANTY CONTINENTAL® products are manufactured under the strict Standard of the world recognized ISO 9001 : 2008 Quality Assurance Certifi cate. CONTINENTAL® products are designed with superior components and materials assembled by trained craftsmen who take great pride in their work. The burner and valve assembly are leak and test-fi red at a quality test station. The complete appliance is again thoroughly inspected by a qualifi...
  • Page 47: Service History

    14.0 SERVICE HISTORY 43.1 W415-0780 / D / 08.13.12...
  • Page 48 W415-0780 / D / 08.13.12...

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