Spark modern fires SS-36N Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

Stainless steel outdoor fireplace with electronic ignition system

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SPARK MODERN FIRES
OW NER' S O PER AT ION AND IN ST ALL AT ION MANU AL
We recommend that our products be installed
and serviced by professionals who are certified
in the U.S. by NFI (National Fireplace Institute).
ANS I Z21.97 - CSA 2.41-2012 "Outdoor Decorative Gas Appliances",
C GA 2 . 1 7-M91(R 20 09) "Ga s Fired A pp l i an ces fo r Use at Hig h Al t i t u d es"
DANGER
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. If odor continues, keep away from
the appliance and immediately call
your gas supplier or fire department.
WARNING
1. Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other aplliance.
2. An LP-cylinder not connected for
use shall not be stored in the vicinity of
this or any other aplliance.
WARNING:
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
STAINLESS STEEL OUTDOOR FIREPLACE
with electronic ignition system
Models: SS-36(N,P), SS-48(N,P)
For Outdoor Use Only
Complies with
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause injury or
property damage. Read the instalation, ope-
rating and maintenance instructions thoroughly
before installing or servicing this equipment.
DANGER
Report # 401-O-06-5
CARBON MONOXIDE
HAZARD
This appliance can produce
carbon monoxide which has
no odor. Using it in an
enclosed space can kill you.
Never use this appliance in
an enclosed space as a
camper, tent, car or home

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  • Page 1 SPARK MODERN FIRES STAINLESS STEEL OUTDOOR FIREPLACE with electronic ignition system Models: SS-36(N,P), SS-48(N,P) OW NER’ S O PER AT ION AND IN ST ALL AT ION MANU AL We recommend that our products be installed Report # 401-O-06-5 and serviced by professionals who are certified in the U.S.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Information ..........3 Local Codes............4 Locating Firebox ..........5 Product Specifications........5 Installation ............7 Framing .............. 10 Electrical Wiring ..........18 Gas Connection ..........1 9 Checking Gas Pressure ........20 Placing Glass Panel and Media Tray ....2 2 Lighting Instructions ...........
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: This product con- WARNING: Do not allow fans tains and/or generates chemicals to blow directly into the fireplace. known to the state of California Avoid any drafts that alter burner to cause cancer or birth defects flame patterns. Ceiling fans can or other reproductive harm.
  • Page 4: Local Codes

    SAFETY INFORMATION 11. Do not use fireplace if any part has been exposed to or under water. Immediately call Continued a qualified service technician to inspect the 1. This appliance is only for use with the type of fireplace and to replace any part of the control gas indicated on the rating plate.
  • Page 5 SS-48 FIREPLACE SPECIFICATIONS FRONT VIEW 60" RIGHT SIDE VIEW 48" 2 .75" 29.75" 25.75" 13.75" 25.75" 8.15" GAS LINE ACCESS, BOTH SIDES TOP VIEW 18" Model SS- 48 P Model SS- 48N Btu (V ariable) 60,000 Btu (Variable) 56,000 Mode P Type Gas Natural Gas Type Gas...
  • Page 6 SS-36 FIREPLACE SPECIFICA TIONS FRONT VIEW 48" RIGHT SIDE VIEW 36" 3 .75" 3 3 .75" 29.75" 17.31" 29.75" 8.15" GAS LINE ACCESS, BOTH SIDES TOP VIEW 18" Model SS-36P Model SS-36 N Btu (V ariable) 40,000 Btu (V ariable) 38 , 000 Mode P Mode P...
  • Page 7: Installation

    INSTALLATION NSTALLING GAS PIPING TO IREPLACE LOCATION MPORTANT: Allow for a mini- um space of 1/2" x 26" for air low to the front louvers of the ireplace from below when co- ering the face. NOTICE: Surface temperatures of adjacent walls and mantels be- come hot during operation.
  • Page 8 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION LOCATING YOUR OUTDOOR GAS FIREPLACE 1) When selecting a location for your fi replace, ensure that the clearances are met. 2) This appliance must be installed in an open-air situation with natural ventilation, without stagnant areas, where gas leakage and products of combustion are rapidly dispersed by wind and natural convection.
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION CLEARANCES CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES WARNING Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation. Failure to follow instructions exactly can create a fire hazard. The appliance cannot be installed on a carpet, tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring. If installed on carpet or vinyl flooring, the appliance shall be installed on a metal, wood or noncombustible material panel extending full width and depth of the appliance.
  • Page 10: Framing

    INSTALLATION Continued MODEL SS-48 FRAMING DIMENSIONS 30" 0.5" 0.625" 61" INSIDE CHASE INSTALLATION 18.5" 0.50" 60" 61 " RECESSED INSTALLATION 18.5" 0.50" 60" 61" FACING DIMENSIONS MINIMUM NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL AREA COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL AREA min. 30" min. 61" PLEASE NOTE: Framing may need to be recessed from 3/4"...
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION Continued MODEL SS-48 THREE WAYS TO ALLOW AIR FLOW TO FRONT AIR VENT OPTION 1 FACING WITH ONE LAYER OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL IE: DUROCK, CEMENT BOARD, GRANITE, MARBLE, STONE min. 61 " NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL minimum 61" wide X 30 " high min.
  • Page 12 INSTALLATION Continued MODEL SS-48 OPTION 2 FACING WITH TWO LAYERS MATERIALS OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE IE: DUROCK, CEMENT BOARD, GRANITE, MARBLE, STONE FIRST LAYER SECOND LAYER in. 61" min. 61" NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL minimum 61 " wide X 30 " high min. 30" min.
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION Continued MODEL SS-48 OPTION 3 FACING WITH THICK LAYER OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL ALLOWING AIR FLOW FROM BEHIND SURROUND VIEW FROM BACK OF SURROUND Leave the louver area clear, allow for minimum 13 sq. inches of air flow SIDE VIEW NON COMBUSTIBLE AIRFLOW FROM BEHIND SURROUND INTO AIR VENT...
  • Page 14 INSTALLATION Continued MODEL SS- 36 FRAMING DIMENSIONS 3 4 " 0.50" 0.625 " 4 9 " INSIDE CHASE INSTALLATION 18.5" 0.50" 4 8 " 4 9 " RECESSED INSTALLATION 18.5" 0.50" 4 8 " 4 9 " FACING DIMENSIONS MINIMUM NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL AREA COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL NON COMBUSTIBLE...
  • Page 15 INSTALLATION Continued MODEL SS- 36 THREE WAYS TO ALLOW AIR FLOW TO FRONT AIR VENT OPTION 1 FACING WITH ONE LAYER OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL IE: DUROCK, CEMENT BOARD, GRANITE, MARBLE, STONE min. 4 9 " NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL minimum 4 9 " wide X 34 " high min.
  • Page 16 INSTALLATION MODEL SS- 36 Continued OPTION 2 FACING WITH TWO LAYERS MATERIALS OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE IE: DUROCK, CEMENT BOARD, GRANITE, MARBLE, STONE FIRST LAYER SECOND LAYER min. 4 9 " min. 49" NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL minimum 4 9 " wide X 34 " high min.
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION Continued MODEL SS- 36 OPTION 3 FACING WITH THICK LAYER OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL ALLOWING AIR FLOW FROM BEHIND SURROUND View from back of surround Leave the louver area clear, allow for minimum 13 sq. inches of air flow SIDE VIEW NON COMBUSTIBLE AIRFLOW FROM BEHIND SURROUND INTO AIR VENT...
  • Page 18: Electrical Wiring

    INSTALLATION Continued Clearance to Combustibles MODELS SS-36 and SS-48 Sides....0" Bottom.....*) Side Wall ..16" Standoffs..0" Back ....0" *) IMPORTANT: Floor must be non-combustible . Otherwise a minimum 1" thick cement board must be placed under the fireplace . ELECTRICAL WIRING This fireplace requires 110V AC electrical supply for normal operation in order to power up supplied 7V AC/ DC adapter which is required to operate Remote Control.
  • Page 19 INSTALLATION Continued WARNING: Never connect natural gas fireplace to private (non-utility) gas wells. This gas is commonly known as wellhead gas. Installation Items Needed Before installing fireplace, make sure you have the items listed below. • external regulator for propane/LP unit only (supplied by installer) •...
  • Page 20: Checking Gas Pressure

    INSTALLATION Continued NOTICE: Most building codes WARNING: Use pipe joint do not permit concealed gas sealant that is resistant to liquid connections. A flexible gas line petroleum (LP) gas. is provided to allow accessibility from the fireplace . The (see Figure 5) We recommend that you install a sediment trap in flexible gas supply line con- supply line as shown in Figure 4, page 1 9 .
  • Page 21 INSTALLATION Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa) Continued 1. Close equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 6). CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS 2. Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane/LP supply tank valve for WARNING: Test all gas pip- propane/LP gas or opening main gas valve ing and connections, internal located on or near gas meter for natural gas...
  • Page 22 INSTALLATION Continued MEDIA AND GLASS PANEL PLACEMENT Fill the burner tray completely with the supplied clear glass media NOTE: Verify burner and remote control operation prior to installing the glass panel and media! 2. Locate the glass wind shield panel and slide down into the support brackets.
  • Page 23: Lighting Instructions

    LIGHTING INSTRUCTION FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING WARNING If you do not follow these instruction exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light the pilot by hand.
  • Page 24: Operating Instructions

    Continued LIGHTING FOR THE FIRST TIME APPROVED LEAK TESTING METHOD You may check for gas leaks with the following methods only: WARNING • Soap and water solution WARNING • An approved leak testing spray If using a soap and water solution to test for leaks, DO NOT spray solution onto •...
  • Page 25: To Turn Off Gas To Appliance

    Continued TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed. Unplug 7V DC adapter from the power outlet. 2. If necessary, remove Media Tray from the appliance to access manual shutoff valve on gas line. 3.
  • Page 26: Inspecting Burners

    CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT! INSPECTING BURNERS If it is evident that the burner is damaged, the Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame pat- burner must be replaced prior to appliance being terns often. put into operation. Please refer to Illustrated Parts PILOT FLAME PATTERN List when you order a replacement burner.
  • Page 27 CLEANING AND 3. Blow air into the primary air holes on the MAINTENANCE injector (see Figure 10). 4. In case any large clumps of dust have now been WARNING: Turn off fireplace pushed into the burner repeat steps 2 and 3. and let cool before cleaning.
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater. CAUTION: Never use a wire, needle or similar object to clean ODS/pilot. This can damage ODS/pilot unit. Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY...
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY P ilot lights but flame Equipment shutoff valve Fully open equipment shut- goes out off valve not fully open 2. Pilot fl ame not touching 2. A) Contact local propane / LP f lame sensor, which al- gas company lows flame sensor to cool, causing pilot flame to go...
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Burner backfiring during 1. Burner orifice is clogged or Clean burner (see Cleaning a nd Maintenance, page 27 ) combustion damaged or replace burner orifice Damaged burner Replace damaged burner 3. Replace gas regulator 3.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued WARNING: If you smell gas • Shut off gas supply. • 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.
  • Page 32: Proflame Control Wiring Diagram

    Proflame Wiring Diagram This diagram shows replaceable SIT Proflame parts used in your fireplace ( please, refer to pages 34-35). Optional 6 Volt Battery Backup...
  • Page 33: Illustrated Parts Breakdown

    ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN...
  • Page 34: Parts List

    PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. All replacement parts should be ordered from your installer or from Spark Modern Fires at 1-866.938.3846 or on-line at www.sparkfires.com PART NUMBER QT.Y DESCRIPTION S S 4 8 N...
  • Page 35 PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. All replacement parts should be ordered from your installer or from Spark Modern Fires at 1-866.938.3846 or on-line at www.sparkfires.com PART NUMBER QT.Y S S 3 6 N 3 6 P...
  • Page 36 Manufactured by: Woodbridge Fireplace Inc. 18AStrathearn Ave., Units 25-27 Brampton, Ontario, Canada L6T4X7 REV.1 0 9 .2013...

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