MHSC Stratford SS38 Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

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WARNINGS
IF THE INFORMATION IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ARE 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.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, services or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Refer to this manual.
For assistance or additional information
consult a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
This appliance is only for use with the type of
gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance
is not convertible for use with other gases,
unless a certified kit is used.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*,
permanently located, manufactured home,
where not prohibited by local codes.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of
resale, from the manufacturer.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future refer-
ence.
Stratford
Direct Vent Gas Stove
Model: SS38
Installation & Operating
Instructions
D U E T O H I G H T E M P E R AT U R E S , T H E
APPLIANCE SHOULD BE LOCATED OUT OF
TRAFFIC AND AWAY FROM FURNITURE AND
DRAPERIES.
CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE ALERTED
TO THE HAZARDS OF HIGH SURFACE
TEMPERATURE AND SHOULD STAY AWAY TO
AVOID BURNS OR CLOTHING IGNITION.
YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE SUPERVISED
WHEN THEY ARE IN THE SAME ROOM AS THE
APPLIANCE.
CLOTHING OR OTHER FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON OR NEAR THE
APPLIANCE.
KEEP THE ROOM AREA CLEAR AND FREE
FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS, GASOLINE,
AND OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIqUIDS.
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VS38 cover
46D0232 8/10 Rev. 10

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  • Page 1 Stratford Direct Vent Gas Stove Model: SS38 WARNINGS IF THE INFORMATION IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE 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.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE. Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a MHSC gas stove. IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION INSTALLER OWNER Please leave these instructions with the owner. Please retain these instructions for future reference. • Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this stove.
  • Page 4: Code Approval

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 12. Do not use this stove to cook food or burn paper or Proposition 65 Warning: Fuels used in gas, woodburn- other objects. ing or oil fired appliances, and the products of combus- 13.
  • Page 5: Product Features

    • The appliance must be properly connected to a venting SS38PV 35,000 25,000 system. The Stratford SS38 is equipped with a variable output • The appliance is not approved for closet or recessed gas control. installations. • For alcove installation see “Clearances,” Page 8.
  • Page 6: Stove Dimensions

    (800 mm) Figure 2 - Stove Dimensions NOTE: If this unit is installed in a mobile home it must be bolted securely to the floor with leg bolts. 46D0232 NOTE: Stratford SS38 model stove works without any Stratford specs electrical supply. 46D0232...
  • Page 7: Stove Location

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove GENERAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION STOVE LOCATION Plan for the installation of your stove. This includes deter- mining where the unit is to be installed, the vent configura- tion to be used, framing and finishing details, and whether any optional accessories (i.e.
  • Page 8: Clearances

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove CLEARANCES CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES The dimensions shown in Figures 4 and 5 are minimum clearances to maintain in installing this heater. Left and right clearances are determined when facing the front of the heater. Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation. Failure to follow instructions exactly can create a fire hazard.
  • Page 9: Venting Installation

    It is important to select the proper length of vent pipe for the type of termination you choose. It is also important to Use only approved 4" x 6B\," MHSC or Simpson DuraVent note the wall thickness. venting components with this appliance. Refer to Page 37 for approved venting component part numbers.
  • Page 10 SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove VENTING INSTALLATION INFORMATION INSTALLING A VENT SYSTEM IN AN OUTSIDE CHASE A chase is a vertical boxlike structure built to enclose venting that runs along the outside of a building. A chase is required for such venting.
  • Page 11: Canadian Installations

    2. The special venting system used on Direct Vent Stoves are certified as part of the appliance, with clearances tested and approved by the list-ing agency. 3. MHSC assumes no responsibility for the improper performance of the appliance when the venting system does not meet these requirements.
  • Page 12 SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove VENTING INSTALLATION INFORMATION TERMINATION CLEARANCES FOR BUILDINGS WITH COMBUSTIBLE AND NONCOMBUSTIBLE ExTERIORS G=6" (152mm) F=6" (152mm) Inside Corner  Outside Corner  C = Maximum depth of 48" (1219mm)     for alcove location D = Minimum width for back wall of     alcove location     Combustible - 38" (965mm)     Noncombustible - 24" (610mm) E = Clearance from corner in alcove  Combustible &      location Noncombustible  ...
  • Page 13: Installation For Horizontal Termination

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove VENTING INSTALLATION INSTALLATION FOR HORIZONTAL TERMI- NATION Do not recess vent terminal into a wall or siding. 1. Determine the route your horizontal venting will take. NOTE: The location of the horizontal vent termination on the exterior wall must meet all local and national building codes.
  • Page 14 SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove VENTING INSTALLATION Vent Opening for Combustible Walls For vinyl siding, stucco, or wood exterior use vinyl siding 9B\,” standoffs between vent cap and exterior wall. The vinyl (244 mm) Min. siding standoff prevents excessive heat from melting the vinyl siding material.
  • Page 15 SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove VENTING INSTALLATION HORIZONTAL TERMINATION CONFIGURATIONS Figures 15 through 17 show different configurations for venting with horizontal termination. Each figure includes a chart with vertical minimum/maximum and horizontal maximum dimensions which must be met. All horizontal terminations require a 1/4"...
  • Page 16: Installation For Vertical Termination

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove VENTING INSTALLATION Table 3 - Horizontal Venting with Three (3) Elbows Vertical (V) + (V Horizontal (H) + (H Minimum Maximum NOTE: Add 1/4" rise per 12" horizontal length of pipe. Figure 17 - Horizontal Termination Configuration for Rigid Venting Using Three 90°...
  • Page 17: Cathedral Ceiling Installation

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove VENTING INSTALLATION FLAT CEILING INSTALLATION 4. Connect a section of pipe and extend up through the hole. 1. Cut a 9Z\x" (241 mm) square hole in the ceiling using the NOTE: If an offset is needed to avoid obstructions, you locating hole as a center point The opening should be must support the vent pipe every three (3) feet.
  • Page 18 SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove VENTING INSTALLATION Level Cathedral Ceiling Support Box 2" Minimum Below Finished Ceiling ST1109 Apply Non-hardening Mastic Under all Edges of Cut Hole 1/8" Support Box before Nailing Larger than Support Box ST1108 Figure 22 - when Projected onto Roofline.
  • Page 19 SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove VENTING INSTALLATION Table 6 - Vertical Venting with Two (2) Elbows Vertical (V) Horizontal (H) + (H Minimum Maximum NOTE: Install restrictor into 4" collar of stove or first vent secton as shown.   H  ...
  • Page 20: Stove Installation

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove STOVE INSTALLATION CHECK GAS TYPE Use proper gas type for the stove you are installing. If you have conflicting gas type, do not install stove. See dealer where you purchased the stove for proper stove for your gas type or conversion kit.
  • Page 21: Checking Gas Pressure

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove STOVE INSTALLATION A manual shutoff valve must be installed Only persons licensed to work with gas upstream of the appliance. Union tee piping may make the necessary gas and plugged 1/8” NPT pressure tapping connections to this appliance.
  • Page 22: Louver Installation

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove STOVE INSTALLATION 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply is different from the stove, STOP! Do not install the appliance. Contact your dealer immediately.
  • Page 23: Electrical Installation

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove ELECTRICAL WIRING This stove will work without any electrical supply. Electricity is only needed to operate blower. NOTE: If installed in mobile home, stove must be bolted securely to floor. Electrical connections should only...
  • Page 24: Log Placement

    FINAL INSTALLATION SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove Before you begin — This unit is supplied with six ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands. Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. After handling the logs, wash your hands gently with soap and water to remove any traces of fibers.
  • Page 25 SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove FINAL INSTALLATION Right Base Log 5. Place right base log on two pins against right side of firebox. Figure 34. Figure 34 - LG737 Install Right Base Log Top Left LG737 VS38 right base log 6.
  • Page 26 SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove FINAL INSTALLATION Top Center 8. Place top center log on top left log pins sand angle to burner. Figure 37 Pins Figure 37 - Install Top Center Log LG740 LG740 VS38 top center log 9. Break up rock wool (ember material) into dime- sized pieces.
  • Page 27: Operating Instructions

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING 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 a pilot which must be lit with built-in battery ignitor while following these instructions exactly.
  • Page 28: Lighting Pilot

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LIGHTING PILOT FOR THE FIRST TIME APPROVED LEAK TESTING METHOD If using a soap and water You may check for gas leaks with the following methods solution to test for leaks, only: DO NOT spray solution onto •...
  • Page 29: Lighting Burner

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LIGHTING BURNER MAIN BURNER SWITCH The “ON/OFF/RS” switch for the main burner can be found behind the pedestal door of the stove. This switch allows you to turn on and to turn off the main burner without using the gas valve knob.
  • Page 30: Cleaning & Maintenance

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove CLEANING & MAINTENANCE Turn off gas before servicing fireplace. It Allow glass to cool before cleaning. Do not is recommended that a qualified service clean glass when it is hot. Damage could technician perform these check-ups at the occur.
  • Page 31: Air Shutter Adjustment

    AIR SHUTTER ADjUSTMENT (NATURAL GAS ONLY) SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove ADjUSTING THE AIR SHUTTER The venturi of the burner is equipped with an air shutter. The opening of the venturi has been set at 1/4" for Natural Gas and fully open for Propane installation at sea level. Natural Gas Models may be adjusted for high altitude as follows: •...
  • Page 32: Glass Replacement

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove GLASS REPLACEMENT Make sure the glass panel edges do not Always use gloves when handling touch any metal parts during thermal broken glass. expansion. Door 1. Put on gloves. Remove door from hinges by lifting the door up.
  • Page 33: Blower

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove BLOWER BLOWER ST1118 blower WIRING DIAGRAM FOR BLOWER White (Hi Temp) ST1119 VS38 wiring diagram 46D0232...
  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove TROUBLESHOOTING Turn appliance OFF and allow to cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair the heater. NOTE: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. OBSERVED PROBLEM REMEDY POSSIBLE CAUSE Spark ignitor will not light the 1.
  • Page 35: Replacement Parts

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove REPLACEMENT PARTS Battery  2030245 VS38 parts 46D0232...
  • Page 36 SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove REPLACEMENT PARTS SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove SS38DV(B,G)F(N,P) SS38DV(B,G)(N,P0 Ref. Description qty. Natural Propane Natural Propane Burner Assy. 46D0177 46D0177 46D0177 46D0177 Left Log Support Bracket 46D0251K 46D0251K 46D0251K 46D0251K Right Log Support Bracket 46D0252K...
  • Page 37: Venting Components

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove VENTING COMPONENTS Description Part no. 4" x 6B\," x 48" Pipe 46DVA-48B 4" x 6B\," x 36" Pipe 46DVA-36B 4" x 6B\," x 24" Pipe 46DVA-24B 4" x 6B\," x 12" Pipe 46DVA-12B 4" x 6B\," x 9" Pipe 46DVA-09B 4"...
  • Page 38: For Massachusetts Residents Only

    SS38 Direct Vent Gas Stove Massachusetts Residents Only — Please read and follow these special requirements 2. Approved Carbon Monoxide Detectors. Each carbon NOTE REGARDING VENTED PRODUCTS monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter provisions shall comply with NFPA 720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 when installed within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
  • Page 39: Warranty

    WARRANTY MHSC warrants its products to be free of defects in material and workmanship and backs each product with a Limited Lifetime Warranty. This warranty is to the original purchaser of a MHSC product and is not transferable. LIFETIME WARRANTY Covered under this warranty are the stove body, combustion chamber, door frame, gold plating (manu- facturing defects only), glass (thermal breakage only), heat exchange system, and burner.
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