sun valley MSTBVN Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

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CAST IRON STOVE AND B-VENT

(FREESTANDING FIREPLACE HEATER)

OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

NATURAL GAS BURNER SYSTEM MODEL MSTBVN

PROPANE/LP GAS BURNER SYSTEM MODEL MSTBVP

IMPORTANT: This b-vent burner system must be installed into approved Sun Valley cast iron stove

bodies, models MC(*) series ONLY. See page 3 of this manual.

QUALIFIED INSTALLER: If you encounter problems during installation of this product, please

contact DESA International's Technical Service Department at 1-800-337-2564.

WARNING: If the information in this manual is

not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may

result causing property damage, personal in-

jury, or loss of life.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any

other appliance.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

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.

This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*, permanently located manufactured

(mobile) home, where not prohibited by state or local codes.

*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer.

BURNER SYSTEM

REMOTE READY

Save this manual for future reference.

* Indicates Color Suffix Designation

WARNING: Improper installation,

adjustment, alteration, service, or

maintenance can cause injury or

property damage. Refer to this

manual for correct installation and

operational procedures. For as-

sistance or additional information

consult a qualified installer, ser-

vice agency, or the gas supplier.

— Installation and service must

be performed by a qualified in-

staller, 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.

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Page 1 NATURAL GAS BURNER SYSTEM MODEL MSTBVN PROPANE/LP GAS BURNER SYSTEM MODEL MSTBVP REMOTE READY IMPORTANT: This b-vent burner system must be installed into approved Sun Valley cast iron stove bodies, models MC(*) series ONLY. See page 3 of this manual. * Indicates Color Suffix Designation QUALIFIED INSTALLER: If you encounter problems during installation of this product, please contact DESA International’s Technical Service Department at 1-800-337-2564.
Page 2: Safety Information
SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY CAST IRON STOVE AND BURNER SYSTEM SAFETY 1. This appliance is only for use with the 10. Have venting system inspected annu- type of gas indicated on the rating plate. ally by a qualified service person. If...
Page 3: Product Identification
Adjustment Knob (Optional Installation) Rear Cover Lava Rock Glowing Embers Grate Assembly Figure 1 - Sun Valley B-Vent Freestanding Fireplace Shown Installed in Approved Sun Valley Cast Iron Stove Body Models MC Series Only For more information, visit www.desatech.com 107281...
Page 4: Pre-Installation Preparation
42" LOCATION AND SPACE REQUIREMENTS " Determine the safest and most efficient loca- tion for your Sun Valley B-vent freestanding stove. Make sure that rafters and wall studs are not in the way of the venting system. Front 36" 4"...
Page 5 OWNER’S MANUAL CAST IRON STOVE AND B-VENT Bolt Product BURNER SYSTEM Identification Back Label ASSEMBLY Stove Panel STOVE BODY ASSEMBLY Lift off corrugated box enclosing stove Figure 6 - Removing Back Panel body crating. 2. Remove all screws fastening the wood Top of Stove Unit frame enclosure.
Page 6 SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY CAST IRON STOVE AND BURNER SYSTEM CAST IRON STOVE Stove 10. Install door catch bolt (M8 x 1.25-55mm Bolt Body with two M8 hex nuts) into threaded AND B-VENT hole on stove body (see Figure 9, page 5).
Page 7 OWNER’S MANUAL CAST IRON STOVE Burner Cast Iron AND B-VENT System Stove Body BURNER SYSTEM ASSEMBLY Continued INSTALLING B-VENT BURNER SYSTEM INTO STOVE BODY 1. Carefully lift burner system and place into stove body from the rear of stove (see Figure 16). 2.
Page 8 SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY CAST IRON STOVE AND BURNER SYSTEM CAST IRON STOVE 4. Attach thermal switch and bracket to 10. Connect the white wire to the other ter- inside rear cover wall with two hex head minal on the blower motor assembly AND B-VENT screws provided as shown.
Page 9: Venting Installation
OWNER’S MANUAL CAST IRON STOVE INSTALLING REAR COVER VENTING Place rear cover behind stove body. AND B-VENT INSTALLATION Rear cover will rest on the bottom ledge BURNER SYSTEM of the stove body. WARNING: Read all instruc- 2. Place wire harness from ON/OFF ASSEMBLY tions completely and thoroughly switch under the cast of stove body.
Page 10 SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY CAST IRON STOVE AND BURNER SYSTEM VENTING INSTALLATION OF LISTED • This heater must be properly connected to a venting system. This heater is equipped B-1 VENT INSTALLATION with a vent safety shutoff system. Continued • Use only vents labeled "FOR EXTE- WARNING: Installation should RIOR USE"...
Page 11 OWNER’S MANUAL VENTING INSTALLING VENT SYSTEM CHIMNEYS IN A CHASE INSTALLATION • Complete familiarity with chimney con- dition, height, size, clearance to combus- A chase is a vertical boxlike structure built Continued tibles and other factors is essential. to enclose venting that runs along the out- side of a building.
Page 12 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Spillage occurs when flue gases cannot exit the vent system and back up into the dwell- Your Sun Valley B-vent freestanding stove Continued ing. A primary symptom of appliances and burner system has been AGA tested and equipped with a Vent Safety Shutoff System...
Page 13 OWNER’S MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING STOVE AND B-VENT Installation Items Needed VENTING BURNER SYSTEM Before installing stove and burner system, make sure you have the items listed below. PROBLEMS INSTALLATION • external regulator (supplied by installer) Continued • piping (check local codes) NOTICE: This heater is intended •...
Page 14 SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY CAST IRON STOVE AND BURNER SYSTEM STOVE AND B-VENT CSA/AGA Design- Certified Equipment BURNER SYSTEM Shutoff Valve with 1/8" NPT Tap* INSTALLATION Continued Natural - From Gas Approved Flexible Meter (5" W.C. to 10.5" Gas Line W.C.
Page 15 OWNER’S MANUAL STOVE AND B-VENT Open POSITION Equipment BURNER SYSTEM Shutoff Valve INSTALLATION Continued Closed POSITION Check all joints of gas supply piping Figure 33 - Equipment Shutoff Valve system. Apply commercial leak test so- lution to all gas joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.
Page 16 SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY CAST IRON STOVE AND BURNER SYSTEM STOVE AND B-VENT INSTALLING OPTIONAL WALL Connect one bare wire end to each ter- minal (“W” and “R”) of the thermostat MOUNTED THERMOSTAT - BURNER SYSTEM base (see Figure 38).
Page 17 OWNER’S MANUAL STOVE AND B-VENT Installing 9-Volt Battery in Hand- Remove the screws from the 2 tabs at the top of the glass door while holding Held Remote Control Unit BURNER SYSTEM door securely keeping it from falling Remove battery cover on back of re- forward (see Figure 44).
Page 18 SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY CAST IRON STOVE AND BURNER SYSTEM STOVE AND B-VENT Lava rock may be placed along sides and front inside burner system bottom. This BURNER SYSTEM may not be visible when you have re- placed the front of the stove. It is not nec- INSTALLATION essary to use all of the lava rock provided.
Page 19 OWNER’S MANUAL OPERATING STOVE LIGHTING TO TURN OFF GAS INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLIANCE WITH B-VENT Set selector switch, located on side 1. STOP! Read the safety information BURNER SYSTEM of rear panel, in the “OFF” position. in column one. 2a. Open lower door panel. 2.
Page 20 SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY CAST IRON STOVE AND BURNER SYSTEM OPERATING STOVE Selector Switch in Remote • In the ON mode, the burners will Position (GHRC Optional ignite. The heater is in manual Control Knob in WITH B-VENT Remote Control) mode when ON is lit.
Page 21: Inspecting Burners
OWNER’S MANUAL OPERATING STOVE BURNER FLAME PATTERN Upon installation, the thermostat must be allowed to stabilize at room tempera- WITH B-VENT Burner flames will be steady; not lifting or ture for a minimum of 30 minutes for floating. Flame patterns will be different proper operation.
Page 22: Cleaning And Maintenance
SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY CAST IRON STOVE AND BURNER SYSTEM CLEANING AND LOGS WARNING: Only parts sup- • If you remove logs for cleaning, refer to MAINTENANCE plied by the manufacturer should Installing Logs, Lava Rock, and Glowing be used when replacing broken Embers, page 18, to properly replace logs.
Page 23: Troubleshooting
OWNER’S MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn off heater CAUTION: Never use a wire, and let cool before servicing. Only needle, or similar object to clean Note: For additional help, visit DESA a qualified service person should pilot. This can damage pilot unit. International’s technical service web service and repair heater.
Page 24 SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY CAST IRON STOVE AND BURNER SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Burner does not light after pilot is lit 1. Burner orifice clogged 1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Maintenance, page 22) or replace burner orifice 2.
Page 25 OWNER’S MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING Continued WARNING: If you smell gas • Shut off gas supply. • 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.
Page 26: Replacement Parts
SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY CAST IRON STOVE AND BURNER SYSTEM REPLACEMENT WIRING DIAGRAM PARTS CAUTION: Label all wires prior Note: Use only original replacement parts. to disconnection when servicing This will protect your warranty coverage for controls. Wiring errors can cause parts replaced under warranty.
Page 27: Specifications
70 lbs/31.8 kg 70 lbs/31.8 kg Shipping 75 lbs/34 kg 75 lbs/34 kg * When installed in Sun Valley cast iron stove body (MC Series). ACCESSORIES WALL MOUNTED Purchase these stove and burner system THERMOSTAT CONTROL KIT accessories from your local dealer. If they...
Page 28: Illustrated Parts Breakdown
SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY CAST IRON STOVE AND BURNER SYSTEM ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MSTBVN MSTBVP 23-3 23 -1 23-4 23-2 For more information, visit www.desatech.com 107281...
Page 29: Parts List
OWNER’S MANUAL PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 26 of this manual. MSTBVN MSTBVP PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. 106839-01 Firebox Assembly 106854-01 Glass Door Assembly...
Page 30 SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY CAST IRON STOVE AND BURNER SYSTEM ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN SUN VALLEY STOVE MC(*) SERIES (* Indicates Color Suffix Designation) (Discarded During Assembly) For more information, visit www.desatech.com 107281...
Page 31 OWNER’S MANUAL PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your stove. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 26 of this manual. SUN VALLEY STOVE MC(*) SERIES (* Indicates Color Suffix Designation) PART DESCRIPTION QTY.
Page 32: Warranty Information
We make no other warranty, expressed or implied. LIMITED WARRANTY B-VENT FREESTANDING FIREPLACE AND SUN VALLEY STOVE CHASSIS DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for four (4) years from the date of first purchase, provided that the product has been properly installed, operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions.

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