TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Optional Clean Face Trim Kit Installation BCDV42CF Minimum Mantel and Enclosure Clearances Warranty BCDV36CF FINISHING General Instructions General Information Log Placement Care of Glass and Plated Parts Glass/Door Replacement Unit Dimensions 33-34 BCDV42CF FINISHING Installation Overview Door Installation / Removal 6-20 VENTING...
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CONTINENTAL® products are manufactured under the strict Standard of the world recognized ISO 9001 : 2000 Quality Assurance Certifcate. CONTINENTAL® products are designed with superior components and materials, assembled by trained crafts- men who take great pride in their work. The burner and valve assembly are leak and test-fired at a quality test station.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS THIS GAS FIREPLACE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER to conform with local codes. Installation practices vary from region to region and it is important to know the specifi cs that apply to your area, for example: in Massachusetts State: •...
VENTING THE BCDV36CF(G) USES: 4" EXHAUST / 7" AIR INTAKE VENT PIPE THE BCDV42CF USES: 5" EXHAUST / 8" AIR INTAKE VENT PIPE MODEL BCDV36CF MAY BE VENTED EITHER AS A TOP VENT OR A REAR VENT. REFER TO THE SECTION APPLICABLE TO YOUR INSTALLATION. For safe and proper operation of the fi...
TYPICAL MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM VENT LENGTHS BCDV36CF(G) REAR EXIT TOP EXIT 24" MAX 16" MINIMUM 16" MINIMUM 20" MAX 10" MIN 43" MINIMUM PLUS 40 FT 40 FT RISE* 33" 3 FT 3 FT 24 1/2" MINIMUM PLUS RISE* FIGURE 11 FIGURE 10 For optimum performance, it is recommended that all horizontal runs have a 1"...
SPECIAL VENT INSTALLATIONS PERISCOPE TERMINATION BCDV36CF(G) Use the GD201 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.
DEFINITIONS for the following symbols used in the venting calculations and examples are: > - greater than > - equal to or greater than < - less than < - equal to or less than - total of both horizontal vent lengths (H ) and offsets (H ) in feet - combined horizontal vent lengths in feet...
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BCDV36CF(G) TOP EXIT / HORIZONTAL TERMINATION when (H ) > (V FIGURE 22 Simple venting confi guration (only one 90° elbow) See graph to determine the required vertical rise V for the required horizontal run H The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable values for H and V REQUIRED VER- TICAL RISE IN...
BCDV36CF(G) REAR EXIT / HORIZONTAL TERMINATION when (H ) < (V FIGURE 25 Simple venting confi guration (only two 90° elbows) See graph to determine the required vertical rise V for the required horizontal run H REQUIRED VER- TICAL RISE IN FEET V HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSETS IN FEET H...
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when (H ) > (V FIGURE 27 Simple venting confi guration (only two 90° elbows) See graph to determine the required vertical rise V for the required horizontal run H REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE IN INCHES HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSETS IN FEET H The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable values for H and V 90°...
BCDV36CF(G) TOP OR REAR EXIT VERTICAL TERMINATION when (H ) < (V Simple venting confi guration (only two 90° elbows) FIGURE 29 REQUIRED VERTI- CAL RISE IN FEET HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET H The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable values for H and V See graph to determine the required vertical rise V for the required horizontal run H...
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when (H ) > (V FIGURE 31 Simple venting confi gurations See graph to determine the required vertical rise V for the required horizontal run H MAXIMUM VERTICAL R I S E I N FEET HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET H The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable values for H and V...
BCDV42CF HORIZONTAL TERMINATION when (H ) < (V 90° Simple venting confi guration (only one 45º and 90° elbow) FIGURE 34 REQUIRED VERTI- CAL RISE IN FEET CALCULATED HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSETS IN FEET (H The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable values for H and V 45°...
For vent confi gurations requiring more than one 45º and one 90° elbow the following formulas apply: Formula 1: H < 4.2 V Formula 2: H < 24.75 feet 90° Example 2: 90° 90° = 4 ft = 1.5 ft 90°...
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BCDV42CF VERTICAL TERMINATION when (H ) > (V FIGURE 40 Simple venting confi gurations See graph to determine the required vertical rise V for the required horizontal run H MAXIMUM VERTICAL R I S E I N 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 confi...
BCDV36CF(G) PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION (THIS PROCEDURE IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE BCDV42CF) For optimum performance, it is recommended that all horizontal runs have a 1" rise per foot. REMOVING THE VALVE ACCESS DOOR 1. The valve access door rotates on the pins attached to the side frame. Lift the valve access door off the pins to operate the main glass door.
BCDV42CF HORIZONTAL VENT SECTIONS: A minimum clearance of 2" all around the vent pipe on all horizontal runs to combustibles is required. Use fi restop spacer W010-1778 (supplied). VERTICAL VENT SECTIONS: A minimum of 1" all around the vent pipe on all vertical runs to combustibles is required. Use fi...
VERTICAL INSTALLATION 1. Determine the air terminal location, cut and frame 9 3/4" for the BCDV36CF(G), or 10 3/4" for FIGURE 50 the BCDV42CF square opening in the ceiling and an opening in the roof to provide the minimum 1" clearance between the fi replace vent pipe and any combustible material. Try to center the BCDV36CF(G) = 9 3/4”...
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5. Using the air intake vent pipe, slide over the fi replace combustion air collar and secure with 3 #8 screws. Seal with high FIGURE 55 temperature sealant W573-0002 (not supplied). 6. If more fl exible vent pipe needs to be used to reach the fi replace, coupler them together as illustrated in Figure 59. The vent system must be supported approximately every 3 feet for both vertical and horizontal runs.
EXTENDED HORIZONTAL AND CORNER AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATION 1. Follow the instructions for "Horizontal Air Terminal Installations", items 1 to 3. 2. Continue adding components alternating inner and outer venting. Ensure that all exhaust venting and elbows have suffi cient vent spacers attached and each component is securely fastened to the one prior.
RESTRICTING VERTICAL VENTS BCDV42CF ONLY: Vertical terminations may display a very ac- FIGURE 64 tive fl ame. As this appearance is not desirable, the vent exit must be restricted using restrictor plate, W500-0205. This reduces the velocity of the exhaust gases, slowing down the fl ame pattern and creating a TOP OF THE FIREBOX more traditional appearance.
FRAMING MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION FROM FIREPLACE AND VENT BCDV36CF(G) SURFACES: Non-Combustible framing: 0" to stand-offs if using optional clean face surround Combustible framing: Sides, back, and bottom of the unit 0" to stand-offs* 3 1/2" to stand-offs if using optional clean face surround Non-combustible fi...
INSTALLING STANDOFFS FIGURE 66 Both the BCDV36CF(G) and BCDV42CF are supplied with two standoffs. For convenience, the standoffs have been shipped fl at and located on the top BCDV36CF ILLUSTRATION at the front. Before framing ensure the standoffs are bent up and screwed into place ensuring a height of 4.5".
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BCDV42CF BCDV36CF(G) 45" " FIGURE 69 FIGURE 73 INSIDE " INSIDE " CHASE CHASE " 6" FIGURE 70 FIGURE 74 " 6" OUTSIDE OUTSIDE " " CHASE CHASE " FIGURE 71 " FIGURE 75 Warning: Non-combustible Finishing Materials Required Non-combustible materials such as brick and tile can be extended over the black face of the unit. FIGURE 76 FIGURE 72 12”...
BCDV36CF(G) MINIMUM MANTEL AND ENCLOSURE CLEARANCES Combustible mantel clearance can vary according to the FIGURE 80 mantel depth. Use the graph to help evaluate the clearance needed. FIGURE 77 The fi replace requires a mini- * If this unit is installed fl ush to the fi nishing material mum enclosure height of 38 1/2“...
OPTIONAL CLEAN FACE SURROUND INSTALLATION BCDV36CF(G) ONLY FIGURE 83 FIGURE 84 FIGURE 85 CONCAVE WAVE CONVEX S36CCN (BROWN) S36WN (BROWN) S36CVN (BROWN) S36CCP (PEWTER) S36WP (PEWTER) S36CVP (PEWTER) WARNING Installation requires a minimum of 6 1/2" non-combustible facing material at the top of the fi replace. Refer to either Figure 86a or Figure 86b (depending on your installation) to ensure your fi...
STEEL HEADER INSTALLATION FIGURE 87b FIGURE 87a 14” ” Concave Clean Face Surround Kit Illustrated ” OPTIONAL CLEAN FACE TRIM KIT INSTALLATION The “wave” clean face surround kit is shown in all illustrations. FIGURE 90 NOTE: THE OPTIONAL CLEAN FACE TRIM KIT MUST BE INSTALLED BEFORE PROCEEDING. 1.
FIGURE 94b The fi replace requires a minimum enclosure height of 49“. For temperature requirements, the enclosure space around and above the fi replace must be left unobstructed. This fi replace requires a minimum of 6 1/2" of cement board or non-combustible equivalent above the top of the fi...
BCDV36CF(G) GLASS/DOOR REPLACEMENT 1. Place the door frame face down careful not to scratch the paint. FIGURE100 2. Center the gasketed glass inside the door frame with the thick side of the gasket facing up. 3. Bend the glass retainers located along the edge of the door frame over the gasket holding the glass in place.
GRATE INSTALLATION The grate for this fi replace has been removed for shipping purposes. The grate must be installed before the logs are installed. GRATE Remove the packaging from the grate and install onto the two pins as illustrated. FIGURE 104 LOG PLACEMENT PHAZER logs and glowing embers, exclusive to Wolf Steel Ltd.,...
LOGO PLACEMENT Remove the backing of the logo supplied and place on the glass viewing door, as indicated. ½" LOGO ½" FIGURE 109 BCDV36CFG FINISHING GLASS BURNER INSTALLATION FIGURE 110 Spread the clear glass embers (W300-0102) onto the glass ember tray evenly covering the burner tube (follow natural shape of tray).
OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION BCDV36CF(G) ACCESSING THE BLOWER 1. Remove the valve access door. FIGURE 113a FIGURE 113a 2. Open the main door. 3. Carefully remove the logs. 3a. (BCDV36CFG) Carefully remove the glass and glass ember tray. 4. Remove the 7 screws illustrated in Fig. 113a and lift out the log support.
Tilt the blower onto its side. Slide it past the controls and into the clip FIGURE 118a FIGURE 118a FIGURE 118b FIGURE 118b (C). Secure to the threaded stud using the lock washer and wing nut provided. Ensure that the blower does not touch the fi replace base or the fi...
BCDV36CFG BURNER SWITCH / WIRING DIAGRAM A wall switch must be installed in a convenient location for the burner operation. The recommended maximum lead length depends on wire size: WIRE SIZE MAX. LENGTH 14 gauge 100 feet 16 gauge 60 feet 18 gauge 40 feet A 20’...
BCDV36CFG LIGHT SWITCH / WIRING DIAGRAM A wall switch must be installed in a convenient location for the light operation. The recommended maximum lead length depends on wire size: WIRE SIZE MAX. LENGTH 14 gauge 100 feet 16 gauge 60 feet 18 gauge 40 feet A 20’...
RECEPTACLE WIRING DIAGRAM FIGURE 127 OPERATION BCDV36CF & BCDV42CF Purge all gas lines with the glass door of the fi replace removed or opened. Assure that a continuous gas fl ow is at the burner before install- ing the door. When lit for the fi...
OPERATION BCDV36CFG FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING 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 FIREPLACE IS EQUIPPED WITH AN IGNITION DEVICE WHICH AUTOMATICALLY LIGHTS THE PILOT. DO NOT TRY TO LIGHT BY HAND.
ADJUSTMENTS PILOT BURNER ADJUSTMENT EXCLUDING BCDV36CFG Adjust the pilot screw to provide properly sized fl ame. Turn in a clockwise direction to reduce the gas fl ow. FIGURE 128 FIGURE 129 VENTURI ADJUSTMENT These settings are for (maximum) horizontal termination. Adjust- ment may be required depending on fuel type, vent confi...
FLAME ADJUSTMENT Turn clockwise to FIGURE 134 increase fl ame height FLAME ADJUSTMENT KNOB For BCDV36CF and BCDV42CF For BCDV36CFG BCDV36CF FLAME CHARACTERISTICS It is important to periodically perform a visual check of the pilot and the burner 3/8” - 1/2” fl...
COMMON REPLACEMENTS Contact your dealer for questions concerning prices and availability WARNING of replacement parts. Normally all parts can be ordered through your Authorized dealer or distributor. When ordering replacement parts always give the following informa- Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or tion: failure to use only parts specified approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury.
BCDV42CF REPLACEMENTS BCDV42CF COMPONENTS: W455-0019 #43 NATURAL GAS ORIFICE W455-0003 #54 PROPANE GAS ORIFICE W010-0864 PAN BURNER GL-641 LOG SET W135-0198 BACK LOG (#1) W135-0201 LEFT CROSSOVER LOG (#4) W135-0203 RIGHT CROSSOVER LOG (#5) W135-0199 SMALL LEFT LOG (#2) W135-0200 SMALL RIGHT LOG (#3) W010-1819 BLACK DOOR C/W GLASS...
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BCDV36CFG TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE EFORE ATTEMPTING TO TROUBLESHOOT PURGE YOUR UNIT AND INITIALLY LIGHT THE PILOT AND THE MAIN BURNER WITH THE GLASS DOOR REMOVED SYMPTOM PROBLEM TEST SOLUTION Pilot will not light Wiring - Verify the "S" wire for the sensor and the "I" wire for the ignitor are connected to the correct terminals (not reverse) on the module and pilot assembly.
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BCDV36CFG TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM PROBLEM TEST SOLUTION Carbon is being deposited on Air shutter has become - Ensure air shutter opening is free of lint or other obstructions. glass, logs or combustion cham- blocked ber surfaces. Flame is impinging on - Check that the logs are correctly positioned.
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BCDV36CF / BCDV42CF TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE 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.