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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
HEAT RECIRCULATING GAS FIREPLACE
MODEL : ASC42 – NG Natural Gas
ASC42 – LP Propane
These gas appliances have been tested in accordance
with National Safety Standards, and have been certified
by Warnock Hersey for installation & operation as
described in these Installation and Operating
Instructions in the United States.
Check with your local building code agency before you
begin your installation to ensure compliance with local
codes, including the need for "permits" and follow-up
inspections. If any problems are encountered regarding
code approvals, or if you need clarification of any of the
instructions contained here, contact:
ALPINE GAS FIREPLACES
#801-768-8411 / www.alpinefireplaces. com
WARNING:
instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion
may
damage , personal injury or loss of life.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause property
damage, personal injury or loss of life.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
INSTALLER:
HOMEOWNER:
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Alpine Gas Fireplaces
782 West State Street
Lehi, Utah 84043
12/06
ASC – 42
If the information in these
result
causing
PLEASE LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE CUSTOMER
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
Do not try to light any appliance.
•
Do not touch any electrical switch; do
•
property
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.
Tested by:
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- Page 1 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ASC – 42 HEAT RECIRCULATING GAS FIREPLACE MODEL : ASC42 – NG Natural Gas ASC42 – LP Propane These gas appliances have been tested in accordance with National Safety Standards, and have been certified by Warnock Hersey for installation & operation as described in these Installation and Operating Instructions in the United States.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Electrical System Installation ...13 Millivolt System .......14 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Securing the Fireplace ......14 Installing the Venting .......14 Aeration Adjustment......17 Log Installation.........18 Door Assembly Installation .....19 Remote Control (Optional) ....19 Wall Thermostat (Optional)....19 Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 3: Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION Model ASC42-LP Model ASC42-NG Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 4: Before Starting
IN THE SAME ROOM AS THE APPLIANCE. 15) Never obstruct the flow of ventilation and combustion air to the fireplace. CLOTHING OTHER FLAMMABLE MATERIAL SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON OR NEAR THE APPLIANCE. Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 5: System Specifications
TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE fastened to a sturdily constructed platform. MAIN CONTROL VALVE. ( Continued on next page ) Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 6: Gas Line Installation
In constructing a hearth, hearth material thickness must Ceiling 21” Flex be taken into consideration. Avoid using any material that 18” S.D. will block the front of the valve access door at the bottom of the fireplace. Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 7: Framing And Finishing
NEVER INSULATE THE FIREPLACE ITSELF 4) The top of the fireplace should be no closer than 18” With Simpson Duravent pipe, or 21” with flex pipe Fig. 5 – Framed Opening to the ceiling. Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 8: Venting Planning
Vent Termination Locations diagram on page 8 of this manual. Before proceeding with installation, carefully examine the chart on page 8 of this manual for options regarding proper placement of the vent termination. Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 9: Venting Chart / Direct Vent
VENTING REQUIREMENTS VENT TERMINATION LOCATIONS Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 10: Horizontal /Vertical Terminations
8) 4” clamps (2) 9) Flexible vent adapter Notes: 1) Liner sections should be continuous without any seams. 2) Only Flex Kits purchased from Alpine Gas Fireplace may be used for Flex installations. Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 11: Simpson Duravent Venting
The chase a minimum of 10”. See local codes for other vent- ing requirements in your area. Termination must never be recessed into the wall. Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 12: Horizontal Venting Installation
Firestops are required at each floor level and whenever passing through a wall. All ASC-42 fireplaces use Simpson 4” x 6 5/8” venting. Other Simpson sizes are not approved for use with the ASC-42. Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 13: Vertical Venting Installation
3 feet • Firestops are required at each floor level and whenever passing through a wall. If length “B” is increased, length “A” must be decreased by a corresponding amount Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 14: Electrical System
Some prefer the switch be co-located with the blower controller. If this choice is made, a DIVIDED double gang electrical box must be installed. (A standard (non- divided) double gang box cannot be used.) ______Fig. 11 – Proper Grounding Technique_______ Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 15: Millivolt System
NOTE: The location of the horizontal vent termina- tion on an exterior wall must meet all local and na- tional building codes. See page 8 of this manual for proper terminal locations. Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... - Page 16 Use two sheet metal screws to connect the strips to the pipe section (see figure 17). Fig. 18– Finishing the Heat Shield Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
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Page 17: Vertical Termination
8. Install the vent cap by twist locking it in place. fully twist–locked position and sealed with Mill-Pac brand sealant on the inside collar and aluminum tape on the exterior. An air tight must be created. Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 18: Aeration Adjustment
Fig.23– Offset Table NOTE: If the pipe is to pass through any closets or storage spaces, the vent must be enclosed. The vent must never be allowed to come in contact with combustibles Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 19: Log Installation
5. Place the small twig in front of the left hand side twig, its notch straddling the second from the left andiron and pushed fully forward. The logs must be positioned prop- erly to create the proper burning pattern. ( See Figure 30 ) Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 20: Door Assembly Installation
Alpine offers two types of wall mounted thermostats. and up to slot One is a basic heating type thermostat (part # 08260). The other is a model (part # 08261). See your Alpine on door bracket dealer for additional information on the thermostats. -
Page 21: Operating Instructions
2) Turn off all electric power to the appliance 1) Push in the gas control knob slightly and if service is to be performed. turn clockwise to “OFF”. Do not force. DO NOT REMOVE THIS INSTRUCTION PLATE LX-999-1 Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 22: Lighting Procedure
DO NOT use cleaners of any type on the brass or stainless. Be sure to clean any fingerprints off of the unit BEFORE turning the fireplace on. Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 23: Cleaning The Glass
In the event that your glass breaks purchase your re- 2) Open the glass door panel. placement from an authorized Alpine dealer. See the 3) Gently remove the logs from the firebox. Be sure to note replacement parts list for ordering information. Follow their position. -
Page 24: Replacement Parts List
04039 Pilot Assembly– Propane 08501 Remote Control 36533 Vent Door 35632 Valve Door 36516 Glass Trim-Standard 36101 Heat Deflector 3622A Burner Grate 08261 Set Back Thermostat 08260 Thermostat 431-917 Fan Kit 08218 Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace... -
Page 25: Gas Control System
• Follow same steps for thermocouple Caution: Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an appliance must be replaced prior to operating the appliance Alpine Supply Company 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace...
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