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WARNING: If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a 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.
– In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts,
a carbon monoxide (CO) detector shall be
installed in the same room as the appliance.
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 types of gas
indicated on the rating plate. A conversion kit is
supplied with the appliance.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
Installation and
Operation Instructions
ATTENTION : CES INSTRUCTIONS DOIVENT
DEMUERER AVEC LE PROPRIÉTERE D'UNE
MAISON.
AVERTISSEMENT: Assurez-vous de bien suiv-
reles instructions données dans cette notice
pour réduire auninimum le risque d'incendie
ou d'explosion ou pour éviter tout dommage
matériel, toute blessure ou la mort.
– Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d'essence ni
d'autres vapeurs ou liquides inflammables
dans le voisinage de cet appareil ou de tout
autre appareil.
– QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE
GAZ:
• Ne pas tenter d'allumer l'appareil.
• Ne touchez à aucum interrupteur. Ne
pas vous servir des téléphones se trou-
vant dans le bâtiment où vous trouvez.
• Appelez immédiatement votre fournis-
seur de gaz depuis un voisin. Suivez les
instructions du fournisseur.
• Si vou ne pouvez rejoindre le fournis-
seur de gaz, appelez le service des incend-
ies.
– L'installatione l'entretien doivent être
assurés par un installateur ou un service
d'entretien qualifié ou par le fournisseur
de gaz.
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Page 1: Operation Instructions
Installation and Operation Instructions WARNING: If the information in these ATTENTION : CES INSTRUCTIONS DOIVENT instructions is not followed exactly, a fire DEMUERER AVEC LE PROPRIÉTERE D’UNE or explosion may result causing property MAISON. damage, personal injury or loss of life. AVERTISSEMENT: Assurez-vous de bien suiv- reles instructions données dans cette notice – Do not store or use gasoline or other pour réduire auninimum le risque d’incendie flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity ou d’explosion ou pour éviter tout dommage... -
Page 2: Installation & Service Tools
Institute® (NFI) as NFI • Piping which complies with local code Gas Specialists. • Manual shut-off valve - T-Handle required in Massachusetts • Sediment trap - if required by code • Tee joint • Work Gloves • Pipe wrench • Safety glasses • Pipe sealant • Torx T-20 screwdriver • 10 mm open end wrench • Tin snips • 1/2”, 7/16” open end wrench 67.6% • Phillips head screwdriver • Flat head screwdriver • 1/4” nut driver Jøtul GI 550 DV / Scan 70i... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Table of Contents Unpacking the Fireplace • A Miscellaneous Hardware Kit is packed within the Installation & Service Tools ..2 right side compartment of the firebox. It contains: Specifications ........4 • Installation / Operation manual • Glass Frame Latch Release tool General Information ......5 • Fuel Conversion Kit, LP Safety Information ......6 • Leg Leveller Brackets, - left and right, 2 each • #10 x 1/2” Sheet metal screws for brackets, 8 Installation • Rock Wool Fireplace Requirements .... -
Page 4: Specifications
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Jøtul GI 550 DV / Scan 70i Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Insert Manufactured and Distributed by: Jøtul North America Gorham, Maine USA Test Standards Accessories This appliance complies with Na- Basket Screen ....#156426 (for Cast Iron Double Doors) tional Safety standards and is tested Reversible Brick Panel Kit, Corduroy Blk/Gry ....#156427 and listed by Intertek Testing Services Reversible Brick Panel Kit, Antique/Border .... -
Page 5: General Information
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 General Information 6. Do not operate the fireplace with the glass front removed, cracked or broken. Replacement of the glass should be done by a licensed or qualified service person. IMPORTANT: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Only remove glass for routine service. Always handle 1. The installation and repair of this appliance must be glass carefully. - Page 6 138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Installation Never allow anyone to use the fireplace if they are Requirements unfamiliar with its operation. NEVER store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of the This insert can be installed in most solid fuel burning fireplace. fireplaces of either masonry construction or a prefab- Never burn any solid materials (wood, cardboard, ricated factory built fireplace.
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Page 7: Installation Fireplace Requirements
1. Oriented as you face the insert, install the right D: Back Wall Height = 23” (584 mm) and left mounting brackets to the sides of the w/ Scan 70i 1” riser = 24” (610 mm) insert using the #10 x /2” screws provided at the w/ Scan 70i 2” riser = 25” (635 mm) height appropriate to your installation require- E: Depth = 17” (432 mm) ments. Figure 3. Minimum fireplace dimensions - GI 550 DV. -
Page 8: Hearth Protection
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Clearance to Combustible Materials Fireplace Facing Options A combustible material is anything that can burn (i.e. sheet rock, wallpaper, wood, fabrics etc.). These Jøtul Cast Iron Surround - 40” W x 30” H surfaces are not limited to those that are visible and w/ Plinth - 40” W x 32” H also include materials that may be behind non- w/ Optional Wide Surround Panel - 46 1/2” W x 33”H... -
Page 9: Vent Guidelines
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Vent Guidelines Mantel Clearance Requirements • All vent components must be installed in accor- dance with the listing terms and manufacturer’s MANTEL AREA instructions. • Vent Height: Measured from the top of the insert 3.5” to the top of the termination cap. 5.5” Minimum: no less than 10’ 7.5” Maximum: no greater than 35’. 9.5” 11.5” The minimum vent height above the roof or adjacent walls is specified by building codes. As a general guide, follow the Gas Vent Rule on page 12. -
Page 10: Masonry Fireplaces
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Masonry Fireplaces A solid-fuel fireplace chimney must be clean and in Masonry Fireplace Vent Installation good working order. It must be constructed of no- combustible materials. Chimney clean-outs must fit 1. Measure height of the chimney to fireplace open- properly. ing. Determine if both the intake and exhaust will be extended to the top of the chimney. When installing the Universal GI 550 DV gas in- sert into a masonry fireplace, the insert will be vented 2. -
Page 11: Prefabricated Fireplaces
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Prefabricated Fireplaces Listed Direct Vent Termination Cap A prefabricated fireplace chimney must be clean and in good working order. It must be constructed of Sealed Chimney noncombustible materials. Chimney clean-outs must Cap Anchor Plate fit properly. A factory-built prefabricated fireplace will require a few modifications before installation of the fireplace insert. - Page 12 138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 The other 3” liner will be attached to the intake The minimum vent height above the roof or port on the back of the unit and will provide fresh air adjacent walls is specified by major building codes. A for combustion to the unit. This liner must extend a general guide to follow is the Gas Vent Rule below. minimum of 6 ft. off the back of the unit and extend through the damper area of the fireplace and into the GAS VENT RULE first section of pipe.
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Page 13: Vent Requirements
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Vent Connection Prefabricated Fireplace Vent Installation 1. Measure height of the chimney to fireplace open- The Vent Collar Plate, located on top of the cabinet, ing. Determine if both the intake and exhaust will is removable to ease connection of the vent liners in be extended to the top of the chimney. those cases where access within the fireplace is re- stricted. Whether you are venting through a masonry 2. -
Page 14: Fireplace Assembly Gas Connection
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Connecting the Gas Supply Final Positioning 1. Blower Power Cord: Gas Supply Requirements Extend the blower power cord out forward of the ALL INSTALLATIONS MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL fireplace, routing it to the nearest power source. CODE OR IN THE ABSENCE OF LOCAL CODE, MUST 2. Level and Plumb the Cabinet: COMPLY WITH THE MOST RECENT EDITION OF THE NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 OR With the fireplace cabinet in its final position,... -
Page 15: Gas Pressure
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Soap Solution Leak Test • Mix a 50-50 solution of water and dish soap. The appliance must be isolated from the gas sup- • Light appliance- see lighting instructions on page ply line by closing its individual manual gas shut-off 23 of this manual or on the fireplace’s rating plate. valve (gas cock) during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system that is equal to or exceeds pres- • Brush or spray all joints and connections with the sures of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa). -
Page 16: Fuel Conversion
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Fuel Conversion Conversion Kit Contents: #156446 - LP #156447 - NG The Jøtul GI 550 Fireplace is designed to for use with • 1 Regulator Tower labeled for Propane either Natural gas or Propane. It is shipped from the • 3 Regulator Tower Screws factory configured to use Natural gas. A conversion kit is included for conversion to Propane use if desired. • 1 Burner Orifice (#31 NG, 1.80 mm LP) Check the identification label on the Control Valve to • 1 Pilot Orifice (#30 for LP, #51 for NG) - Page 17 138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Burner Orifice 5. Replace the Burner Assembly: Slide the venturi tube into the Air Shutter and engage the tube fully over the orifice. The burner should engage with the support brackets on the floor of the firebox. Properly located, the burner will be level and locked into correct alignment with the pilot assembly as in fig.
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Page 18: Wall Thermostat
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Remote Control CAUTION: LABEL ALL WIRES PRIOR TO DISCON- The optional Jøtul Remote Control 129706 may be NECTION WHEN SERVICING THE CONTROLS. WIR- installed in place of the factory-installed manual ING ERRORS CAN CAUSE IMPROPER AND DAN- Burner switch. GEROUS OPERATION. ALWAYS VERIFY PROPER OPERATION AFTER SERVICING THE APPLIANCE. 1. Remove the switch box from the valve compart- ment. -
Page 19: Optional Wall Panel Kits
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Optional Brick Panel Kit Assembly CAUTION: THESE PANELS ARE EXTREMELY FRAGILE! SUPPORT EACH PIECE WITH BOTH HANDS AND HANDLE TENDERLY. Install the optional Brick Panel Kits before installing the log set. No fasteners or tools are required. Brick panels are shown here, however, Corrugated panels install in the same way. Both style panels are revers- ible. Figure 21. Install Rear Panel. Air Deflector Rear Panel Left Side... -
Page 20: Log Set Installation
Figure 26. Locate the upper logs on the appropriate pegs. Rear Log KEEP PILOT AREA CLEAR 222450 Left Lower 222452 Left Up- Right Lower 222451 Right Up- 222454 Middle Upper 222453 222455 Figure 27. Assembled log set and embers. Figure 23. GI 550 DV Log Set 156450. -
Page 21: System Check
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 System Check 1. PURGING THE GAS LINE: When lighting the appli- Flame Appearance / Air Shutter ance for the first time it will take a few moments Adjustment to clear the gas line of air. Once this purge is com- plete, the appliance will operate as described in THIS FIREPLACE IS SHIPPED FROM THE FACTORY the lighting instructions located on the fireplace’s EQUIPPED TO USE NATURAL GAS. IF THE BURNER HAS... -
Page 22: Surround Assembly
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Surround Assembly Each of the surround assemblies and front facings is completely assembled at the factory. No further as- sembly is required. All assemblies utilize hooked brack- ets (fig. 30) that simply hang onto the inboard tabs on the fireplace cabinet as shown in fig. 10 on page 14. -
Page 23: Operation
5. This fireplace utilizes a continuously burning pilot TP TH TP TH flame. Exercise caution when using household products containing combustible vapors. 6. CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE Figure 32. WITH THE GLASS REMOVED, CRACKED OR BROKEN. GI 550 DV Gas Valve and Regulator. REPLACEMENT OF THE GLASS SHOULD BE DONE BY A LICENSED OR QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON. USE WARNING: ONLY REPLACEMENT GLASS PROVIDED BY YOUR AUTHORIZED JØTUL DEALER. NEVER USE ANY SUB- OBSERVE CAUTION NEAR THE GLASS PANEL. THE GLASS MAY SHATTER IF STRUCK BY AN OBJECT. AL-... -
Page 24: Blower Controls
Annual Cleaning Vent System Figure 34. The entire vent system, including the chimney, should GI 550 DV and be inspected and cleaned every year. If the intake Blower Controls. and exhaust venting is disassembled for any reason, it should be reassembled and sealed according to... -
Page 25: Glass Replacement
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Gasket Inspection Glass Panel or Gasket Replacement It is important that the glass gasket be inspected at 1. Wrap the new gasket material evenly around the least annually. Examine the ribbon gasket for signs of edge of the glass, peeling back the protective deterioration and make sure the gasket has a posi- strip to expose the adhesive as you go. -
Page 26: Illustrated Part Breakdown
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Universal GI 550 Illustrated Part Breakdown Figure 37. Part Identification. -
Page 27: Replacement Parts List
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Universal GI 550 DV Part List Description Part Number Description Part Number Screw, Pan Head 10-32 x 3/8 117911 46-54 Burner Assembly, Replacement 156454 Primary Air Shutter 221390 Wall, Inner Back 221378 Burner Skirt, Rear 157427 56. Handle, Primary Air 221389 57. Gasket, 2.25 in. OD. x .125 in. 220734 Cabinet Wall, Rear 221398 Bracket, Blower Mounting 222414 58. Fender Washer, .250 in. x 2.250 in. 118023... -
Page 28: Appendix A: Remote Installation
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Appendix A Remote Control Installation The optional Jøtul Remote Control 129706 may be in- stalled in place of the factory-installed manual burner switch. Follow this procedure: Receiver 1. Remove the Burner Switch Box from the valve compartment. Remove the switch cover plate and disconnect the wires from the TH and TH/TP termi- nals under the valve. 2. -
Page 29: Limited Warranty
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 Jøtul Group Gas Product Limited Warranty 3) Damage due to service performed by an installer, service agency or gas supplier, unless otherwise agreed to in writing by JØTUL. 4) Labor or other costs associated with the repair of gas controls, This warranty policy applies to gas products identified by plumbing, burners, log set, or sheet metal firebox beyond the warranty period. Jøtul, Scan, and Atra trade names, as set forth below. 5) Damage caused by unauthorized modification, use or repair. A. Cast Iron, Steel Doors, Surround Components, Firebox: 6) Damage to enameled surfaces caused by improper operation or Jøtul North America Inc. (JØTUL) warrants, to the original misuse, including use that is not in conformance with the operating retail purchaser, that those components of the Jøtul, Scan, instructions contained in this owner’s manual. Such damage can typically be identified by bubbling, cracking, or discoloration of the or Atra Gas Stove or Fireplace specified above will be free enamel finish. of defects in material and workmanship for a period of five 7) Costs incurred by travel time and/or loss of service. (5) years from the date of purchase. This warranty is subject 8) Damage incurred while the Jøtul, Scan, or Atra Gas Stove or Fireplace to the terms, exclusions and limitations set forth in the... -
Page 30: Service Log
138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 SERVICE LOG: Your fireplace insert has a unique serial number stamped on the rating plate which is located in the valve compartment. Please record the serial number Name of Technician ________________________ in the space below. You may also wish to attach your purchase receipt to this page for future reference. Company Name ____________________________ MODEL NAME: Jøtul GI 550 DV Gas Fireplace Insert Date of service _____________________________ SERIAL NUMBER:_______________________________ Work Performed ____________________________ DATE OF PURCHASE:____________________________... -
Page 31: Lighting Instructions
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE LIGHTING. WARNING: IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR LOSS OF LIFE. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lit • If your gas supplier cannot be reached, call the fire department. by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not B. BEFORE LIGHTING, smell all around the appli- push in or turn by hand, do not try to repair it. - Page 32 138727_Rev_F 8/9/11 This appliance must be installed in conformance with local and national building regulations. Before beginning the installation, it is important that the these instructions be carefully read and understood. Jøtul maintains a policy of continual product development. Consequently, products may differ in specification, color or type of accessories from those illustrated or described in various publications.
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