Built-in direct-vent gas fireplace with cool zone (56 pages)
Summary of Contents for Solas Twenty6 FI
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This manual specifies the installation and operation requirements for the Model Nos. FIN-36N, FIN-36P, FI-26N, FI-26P for installation into a Masonry or Factory Built (Metal) FI-26N, FI-26P Wood-burning Fireplace.
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: Assurez-vous de bien suivre AVERTISSEMENT les instructions données dans cette notice pour réduire au minimum le risque d’incindie ou d’explosion ou pour éviter tout dommage matériel, toute blessure ou la mort. Ne pas entreposer ni utilizer d’essence ni d’autres vapeurs ou liquides inflammables dans le voisinage de cet appareil ou de tout autre appareil.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS MASSACHUSETTS REQUIREMENTS ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION VENTING ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENT GAS CONNECTION LIGHTING AND OPERATION MAXITROL CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE LOG FORM REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST CONTROL SCHEMATIC INSTALLATION RECORD FORM WARRANTY INFORMATION WE STRONGLY SUGGEST THAT YOU READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE BE- GININNG THE INSTALLATION OF THE DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE IN- SERT.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or the Canadian Installation Code, CAN/CSA B149.1. A manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home OEM installation must conform with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 or when such a standard is not applica- ble, the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations, ANSI/BCSBCS A225.1, or Standard for Gas Equipped Recreational Vehicles and Mobile Housing, CSA Z240.4.
For tight fits (under 24") see the section Width. 29.75” - "Removing the “Vent Connector" See Page additional space may be required for gas line instal- lation. The Solas Fireplace Insert inserts 14.75" deep into the Fireplace cavity. Surround Size Options: Standard: 26”H x 38”W Medium: 29”H x 40”W...
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Factory-Built (Metal) Wood-Burning Fireplace Requirements NOTE: Any parts that are removed must be removed in a way that would allow them to be re-installed if the insert is ever removed (removal of rivets or screws is acceptable). The damper ("A") and grate (with log set) ("B") must be removed (see the illustration below) The smoke shelf ("C"), internal baffles ("D"), screen ("E"), masonry lining or refractory ("G"...
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Hearth Requirements The heater and face must not contact any combustible surfaces. A minimum 1” clearance to a combustible floor is required. A non-combustible hearth extension is not required. However, if the heater is installed close to the floor, we recommend a hearth to protect the flooring surface from discoloration or other negative impacts from the heater.
ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with the diagrams shown on pages 9 thru 18 of this manual, or failure to use the parts specifically approved with the appliance may result in property damage, or personal injury. UNPACKING THE FIREPLACE INSERT The fireplace components are shipped in two car-...
VENTING The fireplace and fireplace Preliminary steps to prepare for the installation of the chimney must be clean and in Fireplace Insert good working order and con- Remove the chimney cap if one exists so that the flue may be structed of non-combustible cleaned and the venting installed.
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VENTING Use Only Approved Venting This appliance has been tested and is listed for installa- tion with Simpson Duravent Duraflex AL venting com- ponents. The warranty will be voided, and serious fire, health, or other safety hazards may result from any of the following actions: ...
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VENTING With the Vent Connector Plate separated from the unit, attach the flex liners you have dropped into the fire- place cavity to the plate using hose clamps, making sure that the Intake and Exhaust are connected to the correct collars. Remember the exhaust liner is the one that was marked with paint earlier.
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VENTING / INSTALLATION If you determine that a restrictor is required in your installation, place either the “E” or “F” restrictor into the exhaust port of the fireplace insert body PRIOR to reconnecting the Vent Connector Plate to the insert body as shown: Exhaust Air Intake...
ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL WIRING This fireplace insert requires 110V AC electrical supply for normal operation in order to power up the Igni- tion Control Module that is required to operate the Remote Control. However, during a power outage situa- tion, its electronic system (Ignition Control) can temporarily be powered with 4 AA batteries.
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION Once the gas connection and electrical hook up have been complete you can start to process of connecting the venting to the insert body, and pushing the insert into the fireplace cavity. Locate the Vent Connector Plate locking bar and pull it forward until you can align the plate with its locat- ing track on the top of the insert body.
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION Placing the Burner Glass Media In order to place he glass media on the burner assembly, you will need to remove the glass front from the unit. Glass Front removal: The glass front is retained by four springloaded glass retaining clips. Pull each of these clips forward, rotating 180 degrees as you do so.
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION The burner glass media poly-bag that you set aside when you unpacked the fireplace contains the correct amount of glass material to cover the burner. The entire contents of the bag should be evenly distributed over the burner tray. 1.
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION Installing or Replacing the Batteries 1. The valve control module is powered by four “AA” batteries. The batteries are mounted within the Valve Receiver Module located underneath the fireplace, behind the surround, attached to a slide- out mounting bracket for easy accessibility. 2.
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION Installing Convection Air Ducts: With the front glass panel fitted, you now need to install the two convection air ducts tat were shipped in the accessory box with the fireplace insert. Align the top of the duct with the air channel on the top of the insert.
LIGHTING AND OPERATION WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. When lighting this appliance, follow these instructions exactly. A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device that automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light the pilot by hand. B.
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LIGHTING AND OPERATION OPERATING YOUR FIREPLACE FOR THE FIRST TIME When operating your new fireplace for the first time, some vapors may be released due to the burning of curing compounds used in the manufacture of the appliance. They may cause a slight odor and could cause the flames to be the full height of the firebox, or even slightly higher, for the first few hours of op- eration.
MAXITROL GV60 CONTROL SYSTEM HOW TO TURN YOUR FIREPLACE OFF (including pilot) Familiarize yourself with each of these methods before operating your fireplace. Handset and Wall Switch: Press and hold the OFF button for a second (either on the handset or the wall switch).
MAXITROL GV60 CONTROL SYSTEM Current Handset temperature sensor (F or C) Period start or end Battery status (Temp, Timer Current time (12 or 24 hour clock) Current Large flame programmed Modes (Manual, button period (Timer) (scrolls MANTEMPTIMER (flames up, Temperature, Timer) through sets hours, modes and...
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MAXITROL GV60 CONTROL SYSTEM MAXITROL GV60 CONTROL SYSTEM MODES OF OPERATION Press and hold (small Briefly pressing the SET button flame) button to decrease changes the mode of operation in flame height or to set the ap- the following order: pliance at pilot flame.
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MAXITROL GV60 CONTROL SYSTEM SETTING THE ON / OFF TEMPERATURES SETTING THE “NIGHTTIME SETBACK” SETTING THE “DAYTIME” TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE Default Settings: (sun), 23°C / 74°F TEMP Default Settings: (moon), “- -” (OFF) TEMP Briefly press SET button to Briefly press SET button to scroll to TEMP scroll to TEMP TEMP...
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MAXITROL GV60 CONTROL SYSTEM SETTING PROGRAM TIMERS SETTING P1 OFF TIME You can program two periods of time between Briefly press SET button o scroll 12:00 am and 11:50 pm in each 24-hour cycle. to TIMER P1 (moon) while ...
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MAXITROL GV60 CONTROL SYSTEM Timer Programming Example (default temperatures shown) ☼ ☼ ☼ 6:00 a.m.—P1 8:00 a.m.—P1 4:00 p.m.—P2 10:00 p.m.—P2 6:00 a.m.—P1 Start time End time Start time End time Start time ☼ ☼ Set Temp 74°F Set Temp 40°F Set Temp 74°F...
MAINTENANCE A qualified service agency should conduct an annual inspection and maintenance of your Fire- place Insert including the overall installation and venting to keep it running safely. The following proce- dures should be performed only by a qualified service person. The gas supply should be turned off and the stove should be completely cool whenever a maintenance procedure is performed.
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MAINTENANCE Inspecting the Venting An inspection of both the air intake, exhaust vent pipe and the vent terminal should be made as part of the annual service appointment. The venting must have no blockage and be in good repair. The vent manufac- turer’s instructions may provide specific details on vent inspection.
MAINTENANCE LOG We strongly recommend that you keep a log of the regular maintenance that is performed on your fireplace. We have provided the forms below to make it easy. Simply ask your qualified service per- son to fill out one of the maintenance record forms below, each time the fireplace is serviced. This will help insure that all of the required maintenance procedures have been completed, at least annu- ally.
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST PART NAME PART NAME Pilot Head NG/LP 26-501 Burner Orifice (NG) 36N-509 Pilot Thermocouple* M26-502* Burner Orifice (LP) 36P-509 Pilot Injector (NG) 26N-503 Burner Glass Media – Clear 26-511 Pilot Injector (LP) 26P-503 Burner Module (NG) 36N-901 Receiver Module (Maxitrol) M46-504 Burner Module (LP)
CONTROL SCHEMATIC Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing the controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.
INSTALLATION RECORD The installer should complete the form below that describes the details of the installation. Having this writ- ten record of installation information available will greatly expedite trouble-shooting should any problem arise with your stove. The installer should keep a duplicate of this form for their records.
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Model #: ________________________________ Serial #: _________________________________ Date Purchased: __________________________ Date Installed: ____________________________ Manufactured by: Progressive Manufacturing Inc. 4 Technology Drive, Suite 5 West Lebanon, NH 03784 V5/ 8-25-2014...
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