Heatilator Fi36S Installation & Operating Instructions Manual
Heatilator Fi36S Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

Heatilator Fi36S Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

Imperial gas logs for residential use

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InstallatIon & operatIng InstructIons
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service 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.
6/15
Heatilator, a brand of Hearth & Home Technologies
7571 215th Street West, Lakeville, MN 55044
www.heatilator.com
ImperIal gas logs
Fi36s
Fi36sl
Fi42s
Fi42sl
For resIdentIal use
WarnIng!
33734 Rev N
Fi36m
Fi36ml
Fi42m
Fi42ml
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.
— 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 sup-
plier.
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  • Page 1 Heatilator, a brand of Hearth & Home Technologies 7571 215th Street West, Lakeville, MN 55044 www.heatilator.com InstallatIon & operatIng InstructIons ImperIal gas logs Fi36s Fi36sl Fi36m Fi36ml Fi42s Fi42sl Fi42m Fi42ml For resIdentIal use WarnIng: If the information in this manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    please retaIn thIs manual For Future reFerence Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. table of contents A. Listings and Code Approvals ............................3 B. Description of the Imperial Gas Log Set..........................3 C. Important Information ..............................5 D. Step-by-Step Installation ..............................6 E. Operating Instructions for the “M” Series ........................10 F. Operating Instructions for the “S” Series ........................
  • Page 3: Listings And Code Approvals

    HEATILATOR® is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. WarnIng! this heatilator appliance and its components are designed to be installed and operated as a system. any alteration to or substitution for items in this system, unless allowed by these installation instruc- tions, will void the underwriters laboratories listing and may void the product warranty. It may also create a hazardous installation.
  • Page 4 These gas log sets are available with different valve systems. The Fi36S, Fi36SL, Fi42S and Fi42SL sets use a separate regulator and valve system, and the Fi36M, Fi36ML, Fi42M and Fi42ML sets use a combination control with an intermit- tent pilot. Both valve systems are available in natural or propane gas. Only the “M” Series can be used with an optional remote control (RC-BATT-HTL). Conversion kits to convert from natural gas to propane or from propane to natural gas are available. • The conversion kits for all “M” series log sets are: dcKp to convert from natural gas to propane dcKn to convert from propane to natural gas. • The conversion kits for all “S” series log sets are: cKmp to convert from natural to propane gas cKmn to convert from propane to natural gas. These HEATILATOR® gas log sets and components have been tested and will operate safely when installed in accor- dance with this installation manual. This decorative appliance is a highly engineered system. Unless you use HEATILA- TOR® components which have been designed for the system, you may create a fire hazard. model no. Btu/hr. Input Orifice Fi36M .152 Fi36ML .093 60,000 Fi36S .169 Fi36SL .093 Fi42M .182 Fi42ML .110 80,000 Fi42S .228...
  • Page 5: Important Information

    PSIG. • The minimum size fireplace in which the log set can be installed and the minimum permanent free opening that must be provided by either the fireplace chimney or chimney damper to vent the flue gases must be in accordance with the tables in Figure 1. • Any chimney damper must be fixed so that the minimum permanent vent opening will be maintained at all times (by screw, bolt at damper edge, or hole in damper.) • Solid fuel shall not be burned in a fireplace where a decorative gas appliance is installed. 1. high altitude Installation For U.S. installation, appliances are tested and approved for elevations from 0-2000 feet. When installing this Imperial Gas Log Set at an elevation above 2000 feet, National Fuel Gas Codes require a decrease of the input rating by changing the existing burner orifice to a smaller size. Input should be reduced 4% for each 1000 feet above sea level. Check with the local gas utility for proper orifice size identification. The current orifice is available from your Heatilator distributor. For Canada, appliances are certified for elevations from 0-4500 feet. When installing this Imperial Gas Log Set at an elevation between 0-4500 feet in Canada, the input rating does not need to be reduced. When installing this log set at an elevation above 4500 feet in Canada, check with local authorities. 2. minimum dimensions minimum Firebox dimensions minimum permanent Free opening Set Size Depth Height Front Opening Chimney Ht. (ft) 36 in. 42 in.
  • Page 6: Step-By-Step Installation

    d. step-by-step Installation 1. unpack the log set b. Remove the four screws that secure the top pan to Carefully remove all parts from the shipping container. the base of the appliance. See Figure 4. Your set includes four fiber logs, a burner assembly, the grate assembly, fire embers, lava rock, damper stop, and 10” flex connector. 2. Install the damper stop To install the damper stop: Open the damper to the fully open position and secure it open with the stop as shown in Figure 2. Figure 4 - top pan c. Set the burner assembly and top pan aside. d. The gas line connection for the Imperial Series Gas Log Set may be plumbed from either the right or left side of the appliance. note: One manual shutoff valve is supplied with Figure 2 - damper operation the appliance. This appliance must be installed with an additional manual shutoff valve (not...
  • Page 7 f. Bleed the gas line to extract any air that may have been trapped inside the pipe. All connections must be tightened and checked for leaks with a commercially available, non-corrosive leak check solution. Be sure to rinse off the solution when done leak testing. DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME. Turn off the gas after the leak test. g. Reassemble the top pan with the four screws removed earlier, and the burner assembly with the four screws removed earlier. note: Be sure when reassembling the burner assembly that the burner neck is properly positioned Figure 7 - rock Wool placement on the orifice.
  • Page 8 7. place the logs a. Rear Log c. Top Right Log The rear log is supplied with locating slots in the The top right log is supplied with locating slots in base of the log. Locate the rear log over the locating the base of the log. Locate the log over the two tabs at the rear of the top pan. See Figure 9. locating pins found in the rear log and the front log. See Figure 11. Figure 9 - rear log placement Figure 11 - top right log b. Front Log d. Top Left Log...
  • Page 9 8. Intermittent pilot Ignition a. Appliance Requirements: This appliance does not require 110VAC supply for operation. 1) A wiring diagram is shown in Figure 13. A battery pack is supplied with the appliance. This appliance requires the use of two D-cell batteries (not supplied with the appliance) for operation. 2) In the event of a power outage, the appliance will continue to operate if batteries are installed in the battery pack. Figure 13 - “m” series Intermittent pilot Wiring diagram b. Battery Replacement 1) Access Cover - Remove the access cover by locating the two hand tabs on either side of the access cover. Slide the access cover to the right approximately 1” to disengage it from the base. See Figure 14. 2) Battery Pack - Locate the battery pack and slide it forward out of the base. See Figure 15. Replace batteries and reinstall the battery pack into the base. The battery pack is held in place by a magnet located on the base pan. on/oFF switch Figure 14 - access cover removal Figure 15 - Battery replacement 6/15 33734 Rev N...
  • Page 10: Operating Instructions For The "M" Series

    e. operating Instructions for the “m” series 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 an intermittent pilot. When Do not use this appliance if any part has been lighting the pilot, follow these instructions under water.
  • Page 11: Operating Instructions For The "S" Series

    F. operating Instructions for the “s” series 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 by Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control hand.
  • Page 12: Glass Doors

    g. glass doors If your fireplace is equipped with a glass door, the glass doors should be in the full open position when the appliance is operating. Operating the fireplace with the glass doors closed will block the radiant heat output of the fireplace and may cause incomplete combustion of the natural or propane gas fuel. Important! Always ensure that the wire fireplace screen is closed when the fireplace is operating. h. cleaning Your gas logs require little care. Keep the burner assembly, logs and burner area surrounding the logs clean by vacuum- ing or brushing with a dry paint brush at least twice a year. cautIon: cautIon: the logs can get very hot. handle only when they after burning, the log becomes fragile, so take care in handling. are cool. • Always turn off the gas to the pilot before cleaning. For relighting, refer to lighting instructions located on pages 10 and 11. • Always keep the appliance clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids.
  • Page 13: Important Safeguards

    • Repair and replacement work should be done by a qualified service technician. • Always shut off the gas supply and make sure the appliance is cool before beginning any service operation. • Always check for gas leaks after servicing. • Always check for proper venting. l. owner registration/Warranty Please complete and return your owner registration card to ensure proper warranty coverage. If you wish to communicate with the factory, write to Heatilator Technical Services Dept., Hearth & Home Technologies Inc., 1915 W. Saunders Street, Mt. Pleasant, Iowa 52641 m. replacement parts Parts lists with exploded views follow. Always include correct name, part number and model number of the appliance when ordering replacement parts. Contact your local dealer to order parts. 6/15 33734 Rev N...
  • Page 14 FI36M, FI36ML Service Parts  Beginning Manufacturing Date: N/A Imperial 36” Gas Log Set Ending Manufacturing Date: Active Log Set Assembly Part number list on following page. 03/15 33734 Rev N 6/15...
  • Page 15 FI36M, FI36ML Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: N/A Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION . Parts must be ordered from a dealer or distributor. Stocked Hearth and Home Technologies does not sell directly to consumers . Provide model number and serial number when requesting service parts from your dealer or distributor.
  • Page 16 FI36s, FI36sl service parts Beginning manufacturing date: nov 2000 Imperial 36” gas log set ending manufacturing date: nov 2006 log set assembly 12 13 IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. Parts must be ordered from a dealer or distributor. hearth and stocked home technologies does not sell directly to consumers. Provide model number and serial number when requesting service parts from your dealer or distributor. at depot Item...
  • Page 17 FI42M, FI42ML Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: N/A Imperial 42” Gas Log set Ending Manufacturing Date: Active Log Set Assembly Part number list on following page. 03/15 33734 Rev N 6/15...
  • Page 18 FI42M, FI42ML Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: N/A Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement Stocked parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION...
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  • Page 20: Troubleshooting - "M" Series

    n. troubleshooting - “m” series With proper installation and maintenance, your new decorative gas appliance should provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, refer to the troubleshooting guide below. This guide will assist you or a qualified service technician in the diagnosis of problems and the corrective action to be taken. symptoms possible causes corrective action 1 Pilot sparks, but will not light a. Main gas shutoff valve closed. Make sure that the shutoff valve located on the after repeated attempts. incoming gas line is open. b. Air in the gas line. Bleed air out of the gas line. Retest for gas leaks after bleeding. c. Pilot orifice is plugged, not This repair requires tools and some degree of allowing gas to flow. experience. Call a qualified service technician. d. Misaligned electrode. Check spark gap; spark should be extending approximately 1/8” to the pilot hood. Adjust gap to give proper spark. Remove hands from electrode before attempting to spark. e. No gas supply to the appliance. Check plumbing to ensure the appliance has been hooked up to the gas supply line.
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting - "S" Series

    o. trouBleshootIng - “s” serIes symptoms possible causes corrective action 1 Match will not light pilot. a. Main gas shutoff valve closed. Make sure that the shutoff valve located on the incoming gas line is open. b. Air in the gas line. Light a match. Turn valve knob to “PILOT” position and depress. Keep match near pilot burner until it lights. c. Valve knob is in “OFF” position Turn valve knob to “PILOT” position and depress. Keep match near pilot burner until it lights. d. Pilot orifice is plugged, not This repair requires tools and some degree of allowing gas to flow experience. Call a qualified service technician. e. No gas supply to the appliance. Check the plumbing to ensure the appliance has been hooked up to the gas supply line.
  • Page 22: Accessory Parts (For "M" Series Only)

    p. accessory parts (For “m” series only) The following accessory parts can be obtained from your dealer. The wireless remote control switch is supplied with installation instructions packaged with them. Should you need additional information please contact your dealer for more information or visit: www.hpba.org/staysafe. remote control rc-Batt-htl 33734 Rev N 6/15...
  • Page 23: Warranty

    Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Hearth & Home Technologies Inc., on behalf of its hearth brands (”HHT”), extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet, coal and electric hearth appliances that are purchased from an HHT authorized dealer. WARRANTY COVERAGE: HHT warrants to the original owner of the HHT appliance at the site of installation, and to any transferee taking ownership of the appliance at the site of installation within two years following the date of original purchase, that the HHT appliance...
  • Page 24 WARRANTY CONDITIONS: • This warranty only covers HHT appliances that are purchased through an HHT authorized dealer or distributor. A list of HHT authorized dealers is available on the HHT branded websites. • This warranty is only valid while the HHT appliance remains at the site of original installation. •...

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