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GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER Installation and Operating Instructions Made in the USA by: PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLATION. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE CUSTOMER! CUSTOMER: PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE TH-REF-SLS-231 Rev. A...
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GNOME 3000 DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER SAFETY NOTICES For Your Safety Installation Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING AND...
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GNOME 3000 DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER SAFETY NOTICES IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, A HOUSE FIRE, OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT. FOR YOUR SAFETY, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION DIRECTIONS. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA.
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GNOME 3000 DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER INSTALLATION INSTALLATION CHECKLIST Dealer Installer Phone Installation Date Serial Number This appliance is suitable for installation in a Listing and Codes bedroom or bed sitting room. The Parlor is listed and certified for installation in This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket the U.S.A.
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GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER INDEX OF CONTENTS Airflow, 9 Gold Alcove Installation, 17 polishing, 27 Appendix A, 35 Hi/Lo Flame Adjust, 22 Appendix B, 36 Horizontal Installation, 14 Bedroom Installation, 14 Horizontal Termination, 14 Burner Inspection, 25 Important Information, 12...
Figure 11 – Directions for Enabling Door – Opening & Securing Door .............. 32 Figure 12 – Delayed Ignition Safety Door ......................33 Figure 13– Gas Valve and Pilot Assembly ......................34 Appendix A– Vertical Pipe Installation Air Intake Restrictor Disks ..............35 Appendix B – Gnome Stove with Burner ......................36...
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GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER WARNING Failure to follow the information in this manual exactly could result in a fire, explosion resulting in property damage, personal injury, and loss of life. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
INFORMATION line (see Figure 9). Thelin Hearth Products would like to thank you for Permit choosing our Gnome Direct Vent Gas appliance. Whether using a natural gas or liquid propane gas,...
GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER FIGURE 2 – CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES Use these diagrams to locate stove in the room. Note “Cornerwall” means from the back of the stove to the corner.
Do not place anything inside the firebox damages as a result of improper installation or area except authorized Thelin Hearth Products failure to perform routine maintenance. factory log set. If the logs become damaged, replace...
GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER FIGURE 3 – BOTTOM VIEW SHOWING AIR SHUTTER AND LOCATION FOR PRESSURE GAUGE INSERTION (Burner must be removed to access air shutter) ORIFICE INFORMATION Factory installed orifices are as follows: #43 (up to 4,500’ elevation) Natural Gas #55 (up to 4,500’...
GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER Orifice Size Clearance to Combustibles (See Figure 2) The orifices are factory installed for altitudes up to See Listing Label for clearance to combustibles. 4,500 feet. If installing in a higher altitude check the Due to high temperatures, the room heater should orifice information (see Figure 3).
GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER FIGURE 4 – VENT TERMINATION LOCATIONS...
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GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER B. Clearance to window or door that may be I. Clearance to service regulator vent outlet: opened: Canadian Installation: 3’ (91 cm) Canadian Installation: 6” minimum (15 cm) for U.S. Installation: Clearance in accordance with 10,000 Btuh (3 kW);...
GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER Mobile Home Installation PLANNING THE INSTALLATION Direct Vent appliances installed in Mobile Homes There are two basic types of Direct Vent must be secured to the floor in a minimum of two installations: locations. Drill holes through the two back legs and ...
GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER Vertical Installation GENERAL VENTING MAINTENANCE Vertical installation is acceptable: be aware of the Conduct an inspection of the venting system semi- following conditions: Vertical rises can sometimes annually. A periodic examination of venting system create turbulence which will put out the pilot light.
GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER FIGURE 7 – VENT TERMINATION Wind flow over roof structures can often cause localized pressure disturbances. Vent termination must take into account these disturbances and minimize them by using the following table to maintain the correct legal height of the vent.
GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER Hi/Lo Flame Adjust OPERATION This knob controls the burn, either high or low. It is Location of Controls operated manually by turning the knob. Once in position, the wall thermostat will turn on the burner See Figure 9 for location of controls.
GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER FIGURE 8- LOCATION OF PILOT, BURNERS, AND LOGS Burner and Pilot Checks A periodic check of the pilot and burner lames should be made. Check after the fire has been on for at least 30 minutes. The pilot flame must cover the tip of the thermocouple and thermopile probes.
GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER LIGHTING THE PILOT MAINTENANCE Make sure that there is adequate clearance for STOP! Read the following safety information accessibility to service and operate the heater. before lighting. Always verify proper operation after servicing. This heater is equipped with an ignition device Every year inspect the fire box, burner, and glass which must be lighted by hand.
If you don’t smell gas, go to the next step. 7. Find pilot – follow metal tube from the gas control. The pilot is located in the front right of the firebox (Echo) or front left (Parlour, Gnome). 8. Turn control knob counterclockwise to “PILOT” position.
Glass Replacement Polishing the Gold and Chrome WARNING: Do not operate this appliance with the All gold and chrome plating used on the Gnome can glass removed, cracked, or broken. Replacement of be cleaned with a soft cloth and non-abrasive glass should be done by a licensed or qualified cleaner.
GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: All servicing and troubleshooting of gas controls and high voltage circuits should be done by a qualified service technician. As a guide to help you understand the functioning and potential problem areas in your heater, use the following chart.
GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST Replacement parts are available at your dealer. The parts listed below are the only parts that the consumer may replace. All other parts must be replaced by a qualified gas service person.
GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER FIGURE 10 – WIRING DIAGRAM...
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Division, 12400 Loma Rica Drive, Grass Valley, CA 95945. Returned part or product will be repaired or replaced at Thelin Hearth Products’ option and will be returned to you, freight prepaid, as soon as practical, but not later than 30 days after receipt.
GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER FIGURE 11 – DIRECTIONS FOR ENABLING DOOR – OPENING & SECURING DOOR Cleaning Glass 1. Turn off stove and let cool down. 2. Open door and clean glass with glass cleaner (i.e., Windex or similar product) and wipe with soft cloth.
GNOME DIRECT VENT GAS HEATER FIGURE 12 – DELAYED IGNITION SAFETY DOOR This unit is equipped with a safety door system that will prevent damage if the stove ignites with delayed combustion. If this happens, have a qualified service person determine the cause of the delayed ignition.
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