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Enviro Nova Q1L Owner's Manual

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Q1L
D I R E C T V E N T F I R E P L A C E - N o V A
OWNER'S MANUAL
WARNING:
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a
fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury
or loss of life. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
4001609
50-2999
Version Française: www.enviro.com/fr.html

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  • Page 1 If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. 4001609 50-2999 Version Française: www.enviro.com/fr.html...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions WARNING: FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury, death, or property damage. - 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 •...
  • Page 3 • Do not abuse the glass by striking it or slamming the door shut. HOT GLASS WILL • If the Q1L unit is pulled out of its installation, and the vent- CAUSE BURNS air intake system is disconnected for any reason, ensure that...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Precautions......................2 Table of Contents......................4 Codes And Approvals....................5 Specifications......................6 Dimensions.....................6 Rating Label Location..................6 Operating Instructions....................7 Lighting Instructions..................7 Pilot Light......................8 Air Shutter......................8 Remote Controls....................8 Burner Lighting....................9 Blower Speed ....................9 Normal Sounds During Operation................9 Maintenance And Service....................10 Routine Maintenance..................10 Cleaning The Glass....................10 Cleaning The Firebox..................10 Replacing the Glass...................10...

  • Page 5: Codes And Approvals

    After the unit has gone through the first burn, turn the unit off including the pilot, let the unit get cold then remove the glass door and clean it with a good gas fireplace glass cleaner, available at your local ENVIRO dealer.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    (641mm) (420mm) 8 " (417mm) 120V Line Plug 8 " (136mm) 8 " (93mm) Figure 1. Q1L Dimensions - Top Vent 8 " 4 " (350mm) (112mm) 8 " 2 " (168mm) (548mm) Figure 2. Q1L Dimensions - Rear Vent &...

  • Page 7: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions For Your Safety, Read Safety Precautions And Lighting Instructions Before Operating WARNING: IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT, CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OF LOSS OF LIFE. ighting anD uRning nstRuctions FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING...

  • Page 8: Pilot Light

    Operating Instructions iLot ight 1. Turn off the gas to the fireplace. If not recently done, remove the glass and let the unit air out for at least five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Turn on gas to the heater. Leak test all joints with soapy water.

  • Page 9: Burner Lighting

    After the unit has gone through the first burn, turn the unit OFF, including the pilot, and let the unit get completely cold. Then remove the glass and clean it with a good gas fireplace glass cleaner, available at your local Enviro dealer. See “M aIntenance...

  • Page 10: Maintenance And Service

    The glass must be purchased from an ENVIRO dealer. No substitute materials are allowed. Remove the door (see page 11). The replacement glass will come with a new gasket installed. Remove any silicone remnants from the door.

  • Page 11: Cleaning Decorative Surfaces

    Maintenance And Service Leaning ecoRative uRfaces Painted and porcelain faces should be wiped with a damp cloth periodically. If a plated face has been purchased, it should be unpacked/unwrapped carefully to avoid getting anything on the surface of the finish, including cleaners, polish and finger prints. It is important to note that fingerprints and other marks can leave a permanent stain on plated finishes.

  • Page 12: Burner Removal

    Maintenance And Service uRneR emovaL The burner may need to be removed for a few reasons, including cleaning under the burner, converting the unit to a different gas type, or to replace the burner altogether. Proceed only when the unit has completely cooled down.
  • Page 13 Maintenance And Service Conversion Kit Installation: Turn control knob on the gas valve to the “OFF” position and shut the gas supply off at the shut-off valve upstream of the unit. CAUTION: The gas supply must be shut off prior to disconnecting the electrical power and before proceeding with the conversion.
  • Page 14 Maintenance And Service Red o-ring Red o-ring is visible is not visible g) Re-attach the black protection cap that was removed in step a (Figure 11). LPG Configuration Figure 14: O-ring on valve screw. Reinstall the burner, fire grate, log set, and glass door.

  • Page 15: Initial Installation

    There are several installation safety guidelines that must be adhered to. Please carefully read the safety precautions at the front of this manual. NOTE: The Q1L comes as a top vent unit but can be converted to a rear vent. Warning: Clearances must be sufficient to allow access for maintenance and service.

  • Page 16: Rear Vent Conversion

    Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY onveRsion For smaller openings the Q1L can be converted from a top vent to a rear vent unit. Vent Collar Base Plate Step 1: Using a T20 screwdriver remove the vent collar, base plate, Exhaust Spigot cover plate and exhaust spigot (28 screws total) as shown in Figure 17.

  • Page 17: Insulating Material

    Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY nsuLating ateRiaL Depending on the chosen vent configuration, either one or both pieces of insulating material supplied with the unit are required for correct installation. Rear Vent: When using the rear vent configuration both the ceramic board and fiberglass insulation are required.

  • Page 18: Standoffs

    The Q1L is supplied with two sets of standoffs that serve as a framing guide and must be used when the unit is being installed as a fireplace. The front set of standoffs mount to sides of the unit (see Figure 21)

  • Page 19: Corner Installation

    Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY oRneR nstaLLation The dimensions for installing a fireplace in the corner of a room are given in Figures 23 and 24. Refer to “I ” for allowable pipe lengths. nItIal nstallatIon llowaBle axIal onFIGuratIons Do not interfere with the structural integrity of the walls. 2 "...

  • Page 20: Mantle And Non-Combustible Clearances

    Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY & n antLe ombustibLe LeaRances When installing the Q1 as a zero clearance fireplace the correct clearances and materials must be used: : A minimum 10” of ½” thick non-combustible facing material, with a R-Value no less than bove 0.26, must be used (see Figure 25).

  • Page 21: Direct Vent

    The vent length for the Q1L must be between 7” (18 cm) and 44ft (13.4 m). This model is vented with co-axial 4” intake, 6 5/8” exhaust aluminum or stainless steel approved rigid vent leading into a vertical or horizontal termination cap.

  • Page 22: Vent Termination Restrictions

    Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY eRmination estRictions Fixed Closed Fixed Openable Closed Openable Termination Cap Air Supply Inlet Gas Meter Restriction Zone (Termination not allowed) Figure 26. Vent Termination Restrictions, refer to Table 3. Table 3: Vent termination clearances. Letter Canadian Installation US Installation Description...

  • Page 23: Venting Clearances

    Direct Vent GS 4” - 6 5/8” The Q1L fireplace has been tested and certified for use with AMERICAN METAL PRODUCTS “AMERIVENT DIRECT”, SIMPSON DURAVENT TYPE GS PIPE FOR GAS STOVES. SECURITY CHIMNEY’S “SECURE VENT DIRECT VENT SYSTEM” and SELKIRK “DIRECT-TEMP VENT SYSTEM” kits are available for horizontal and vertical venting.

  • Page 24: Vent Configurations And Restrictor Settings

    Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY EXCEPTION TO WARNING: This product has been evaluated by Intertek for using a Direct Vent GS starting collar in conjunction with Secure Vent, Direct-Temp, AmeriVent Direct, and EXCELDirect venting systems. Use of these systems with the Direct Vent GS starting collar is deemed acceptable and does not affect the Intertek WH listing of the appliance.

  • Page 25: Horizontal Termination - Rear Vent W/ No Rise

    The Q1L can be installed in rear vent applications with no vertical rise within the parameters as shown in Figures 28 and 29. Approved horizontal termination 18” (46 cm) Max. vent length Approved through wall thimble Max.

  • Page 26: Allowable Co-Axial Vent Configurations

    Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY LLowabLe xiaL onfiguRations Figures 30a & b show the range of possible vent confi gurations if the unit is top or rear vented, for vertical and horizontal terminations. Any layout that remains within the shaded areas is acceptable. Having the fewest number of elbows is ideal, as they tend to disrupt air movement.

  • Page 27: Co-Linear Venting Adapter Kit (50-2982)

    DaPteR The Q1L can be converted from solid co-axial venting to 3” (76mm) flexible co-linear venting to allow for installation into exisiting masonary fireplaces (see Figures 31-33). Co-linear venting can not be used in combustible chimney installations. This adapter kit is for vertical terminations only and can’t be connected to a chimney flue serving a seperate solid-fuel burning stove or appliance.
  • Page 28 Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY Adapter Kit Installation: Vent Collar Base Plate Step 1: Using a T20 screwdriver 4” Exhaust Spigot remove the vent collar, base plate, cover plate and 4” exhaust spigot (28 screws total) as shown in Figure 32. The vent collar, base plate, and 4”...

  • Page 29: Air Restrictor Settings

    When installing the Q1L with 8ft (2.44M) or more of vertical venting, either co-axial or co-linear, it may be necessary to restrict the fresh air supply in the firebox to control the combustion and flame appearance. Using the pair of air restrictors supplied with the unit, install them on each side of the firebox and adjust to the correct setting as outlined in the figure and table below.

  • Page 30: Horizontal Termination

    Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY oRizontaL eRmination NOTES: 1. Horizontal pipes must not be level. For every 12 inches (305 mm) of horizontal travel (away from the stove), there should be at least ¼ inch (6.4 mm) of vertical travel. Never allow the vent to run downward, as this could cause high temperatures or even present the possibility of a fire.

  • Page 31: Vertical Termination

    Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY NOTE: For Simpson Duravent only, place a bead of Mil-Pac or Rutland No 78 Stove and Gasket Cement on the outer edge of the inner exhaust pipe (non-flared end). Push the pipe sections together, then twist about ¼...
  • Page 32 Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY STEP 5. Cut hole in the roof centered on the small hole placed in the roof from Step 2. The hole should be of sufficient size to meet minimum requirements for Clearance to Combustibles, as specified. Continue to assemble lengths of pipe and elbows necessary to reach from the ceiling support box up through the roof line.
  • Page 33 Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY NOTES: (1) If an offset is necessary in the attic to avoid obstructions, it is important to support the vent pipe every 3 feet (914 mm), to avoid excessive stress on the elbows, and possible separation. Wall straps are available for this purpose (see Figure 38).

  • Page 34: Solid Fuel Fireplace Installation

    Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY oLiD iRePLace nstaLLation Table 9: Min. Fireplace Dimensions Width Height Depth Fireplace Dimensions 20¼” (51.4 cm) 27½” (69.8 cm) 12½” (31.7 cm) Note: Space must be left for gas line on left side of unit for servicing purposes The base, sidewalls and top structure of the solid fuel firebox cannot be altered with the exception of: removal of dampers, removal of smoke shelf or baffle, removal of ember catches, removal of log grate, removal of viewing screen/curtain, and removal of doors.

  • Page 35: Gas Line Connection And Testing

    Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY onnection anD esting WARNING: Only persons licensed to work with gas piping may make the necessary gas connections to this appliance. GAS LINE CONNECTION • This stove is equipped with a certified flexible pipe located on the left side of the unit terminating in a 3/8”...

  • Page 36: Electrical Requirements

    Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY LectRicaL equiRements The fan will not operate if the appliance is cold. Once the unit is lit and the fan is set to the desired level, the fan will automatically turn on upon reaching operating temperature. The fan will automatically turn off after the appliance has cooled down.

  • Page 37: Secondary Installation

    Secondary Installation Rate anD nstaLLation The placement of the logs is not arbitrary. If they are positioned incorrectly, the fl ames can be “pinched” and will not burn correctly. All of the logs come with either a notch or ledge, which make alignment easier. Using the pictures provided, carefully set the logs in place (see Figures 43 through 47).
  • Page 38 Secondary Installation Step 3: Install the big y shaped twig on the far left side by locating the bottom of it on the far left log grate upright. The twig should run parallel with the side of the fi rebox and the top will rest on the top of the ember bed.
  • Page 39 A small amount on the bottom side of the logs is normal. Remove and replace the logs in the same manner described above. If new coal nuggets or logs are required, contact your nearest ENVIRO dealer. Never operate the fi replace with the glass door removed.

  • Page 40: Optional Porcelain Panels (50-2939) Installation & Removal

    Secondary Installation (50-2939) i PtionaL oRceLain aneLs nstaLLation anD emovaL Turn off the gas control knob and allow the unit to cool. Please ensure that your porcelain panels have not been damaged. To Install Panels: 1. Remove the glass door by following the instruction in the “M aIntenance anD erVIce...

  • Page 41: Trouble Shooting

    Trouble Shooting Problem Possible Cause Solution The main burner does not The gas valve may not be on. • Check that the gas control knob is in the “ON” position. ignite when called for. Thermostat is not calling for • Adjust the thermostat several degrees above ambient heat.

  • Page 42: Parts List

    Ceramic Ledgstone Liner Set (3 pieces) 50-2972 Fireplace Floor Pad 12” x 20” 50-3016 Co-Linear Vent Kit 50-2982 Q1L Owners Manual 50-2999 Q1 Conversion Kit - LP to NG (Nova) 50-2993 Q1 Conversion Kit - NG to LP (Nova) 50-2983 12 oz.

  • Page 43: Parts Diagram

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  • Page 44: Notes

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  • Page 45 Notes...

  • Page 46: Warranty

    Exclusions conditions herein set forth, this product against defects in material and workmanship An expanded list of exclusions is available at www.enviro.com/help/warranty.html during the specified warranty period starting from the date of original purchase at retail. This warranty does not cover: In the event of a defect of material or workmanship during the specified warranty period, ƒ...

  • Page 47: Installation Data Sheet

    � NATURAL GAS (NAT) PROPANE(LPG) _________________________________________ INLET GAS PRESSURE:_________in wc PHONE:___________________________________ MAIN BURNER ORIFICE:__________# DMS PILOT ORIFICE #_________OR________in diam. INSTALLER’S SIGNATURE: _________________________________________ MANUFACTURED BY: SHERWOOD INDUSTRIES LTD. 6782 OLDFIELD RD. SAANICHTON, BC, CANADA V8M 2A3 www.enviro.com September 4, 2014 C-14350...

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