Pacific energy G963 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Pacific energy G963 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Series: a direct vent gas fireplace heater

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INSTALER:
Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER:
Retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING:
If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly a fire or
explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or death.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapours 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 neighbour'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.
This appliance may be installed in an
aftermarket permanently located,
manufacture home (USA only) or mobile
home, where not prohibited by local codes.
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 is suitable for installation in a
bedroom or bed sitting room.
040714
G963
INSTALLATION AND

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MODEL: G963
SERIES: A
DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE
HEATER
PZPE.G963BODYA
5055.963-A

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases unless a certified kit is used. This appliance is suitable for installation in a MODEL: G963 bedroom or bed sitting room. SERIES: A DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE...
  • Page 2: Important Note For The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

    Important Note for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: From Massachusetts Rules and Regulations 248 CMR 5.08: For all side wall horizontally vented gas fuelled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7) feet above finished grade in the area of the venting, including but not limited to decks and porches, the following requirements shall be satisfied.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Caution Safety Owners Information First Fire Remote Control Operation Maintenance Lighting Instructions Installer information Fireplace Dimensions Clearances to Combustibles Locating the Fireplace Venting Plumbing and Electrical Gas Supply Gas Pressure Check Gas Pressure Testing Procedure Pilot Adjustment Propane Conversion Door Installation / Removal Fan Installation/ Removal...
  • Page 4: Caution

    Caution FOR YOUR SAFETY - Do not install or operate your Pacific Energy gas fireplace without first reading and understanding this manual. Any installation or operational deviation from the following instructions voids the Pacific Energy Fireplace Products Warranty and may prove hazardous.
  • Page 5: Safety

    Safety  Due to high temperatures, this gas 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 temperatures and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition. ...
  • Page 6: Owners Information

    OWNER’S INFORMATION Congratulations on your purchase of a Pacific Energy Gas Fireplace. Your fireplace has been professionally installed by: Dealer name: ___________________ Phone Number: _________________ If you discover any problems with your gas fireplace contact your dealer immediately to have the unit repaired.
  • Page 7: Remote Control Operation

    OWNER’S Remote Control Operation INFORMATION Important The Proflame Transmitter is an integrated part of the Proflame System, which consists of: • Proflame Transmitter, to be used in conjunction with • Integrated Fireplaces Control (Proflame IFC) The Proflame Transmitter provides for controlling the following hearth appliance functions: 1.
  • Page 8 OWNER’S INFORMATION Figure 2 Technical Data Remote Control Supply voltage 4.5 V (three AAA LR03 1.5 V batteries) Ambient temperature ratings 0 - 50 °C (32 - 122 °F) Typical operative distance in free air 12 m Radio frequency 315 MHz ( FCC version ) 433.92 MHz ( CE version ) WARNING THE TRANSMITTER AND RECEIVER ARE RADIO FREQUENCY DEVICES.
  • Page 9: Wall Mounting

    OWNER’S INFORMATION Wall mounting The Proflame remote control is supplied with an adapter for wall mounting. Install the controller 1.5 m above floor level, well away from heat sources, kitchens, doors or windows. Metallic structures or radio interferences can reduce the operative distance of the device. Make sure to attach the adapter in a level plane without any distortion.
  • Page 10 OWNER’S INFORMATION Temperature indication Display With the system in the “OFF” position, press the Thermostat Key and the Mode Key at the same time. Look at the LCD screen on the transmitter to verify that a C or F is visible to the right of the Room Temperature display.
  • Page 11 OWNER’S INFORMATION ROOM THERMOSTAT (Transmitter Operation) The Remote Control can operate as a room thermostat. The thermostat can be set to a desired temperature to control the comfort level in a room. To activate this function, press the Thermostat key (Fig. 1). The LCD display on the transmitter will change to show that the room thermostat is “ON”...
  • Page 12 OWNER’S INFORMATION Continuous Pilot/Intermittent Pilot (CPI/IPI) selection With the system in "OFF" position press the Mode Key (Fig. 1) to index to the CPI mode icon (fig. 13 & 14). Pressing the Up Arrow Key will activate the Continous Pilot Ignition mode (CPI). Pressing the Down Arrow Key will return to IPI.
  • Page 13 OWNER’S INFORMATION KEY LOCK This function will lock the keys to avoid unsupervised operation. To activate this function, press the MODE and UP Keys at the same time (Fig. 17). To de-activate this function, press the MODE and UP Keys at the same time.
  • Page 14 OWNER’S INFORMATION DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS PROFLAME Transmitter dimensional drawing Fig. 19:...
  • Page 15: Maintenance

    Do not strike or otherwise impact the glass in any way that may cause it to break. If the glass becomes cracked or broken it must be replaced before using the fireplace. Replacement door can be obtained from your nearest Pacific Energy dealer. Do not substitute with any other type.
  • Page 16: Lighting Instructions

    OWNER’S Lighting Instructions INFORMATION...
  • Page 17: Installer Information

    INSTALLER Fireplace Dimensions INFORMATION G963: Figure 20: Fireplace dimensions...
  • Page 18: Clearances To Combustibles

    INSTALLER Clearances to Combustibles INFORMATION Minimum Clearance to Combustible Materials G963 INTERIOR SIDE WALL 4” INTERIOR BACK WALL 4 “ INTERIOR CEILING 4” IN FRONT OF APPLIANCE 36” EXTERIOR SIDE WALL 8” VENTING CLEARANCE 1” EXTERIOR SOFFIT 30” *NCR STANDS FOR NO CLEARANCE REQUIRED; YOU MAY USE COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH THE APPLIANCE ON THESE SURFACES.
  • Page 19: Venting

    INSTALLER Venting INFORMATION Note: The vent must not exceed a total length of 28 feet. Any combination of rise and run may be used but must be constrained to the boundaries of this chart. A Maximum of three (3) 90° elbows may be used.
  • Page 20 INSTALLER INFORMATION Figure 17: Venting This fireplace is certified for use with 4” x 6-5/8”coaxial venting components only. It is permitted to only use certified venting for this appliance. See charts on page 31 for a list of approved venting components.
  • Page 21: Plumbing And Electrical

    INSTALLER Plumbing and Electrical INFORMATION Figure23: Gas and Electrical Connections Gas connection To make the required electrical and gas connections, start by positioning the gas fireplace. Connect the gas supply line to the 1/2” flare fitting at the rear of the unit as seen in Figure 23.
  • Page 22: Gas Supply

    Turn on the gas supply and check that all connections are tight and leak free. WARNING: The gas tray including gasket must be reinstalled after conversion/installation or servicing has been completed. Gas Pressure Check Please refer to following page for gas pressure testing procedure. G963 Gas pressure requirements Orifice Output AFUE...
  • Page 23: Gas Pressure Testing Procedure

    INSTALLER Gas Pressure Testing Procedure INFORMATION Note: To test the gas pressure, turn off the gas supply to the appliance before loosening test point screws. Verify gas pressures with the fireplace lit and at the highest setting. 1. Remove back panel and locate the valve as seen in Figure 24. 2.
  • Page 24: Propane Conversion

    INSTALLER Propane Conversion INFORMATION Before starting the conversion make sure to shut off the gas supply to the unit and allow fireplace to cool to room temperature. To convert the appliance from natural gas to propane, the (GASC.LPKIT) kit is required. This kit comes with new pilot and burner orifices as well as a new pressure modulator for the valve.
  • Page 25: Door Installation/Removal

    INSTALLER Door Installation/Removal INFORMATION Installation 1. Position the glass retainer’s frame so that the studs on unit align with holes in frame. Secure using 12 11/32” nuts as shown in Figure 29. CAUTION: Over tightening of nuts could result in glass fracturing. 2.
  • Page 26: Panel Installation/Removal

    INSTALLER Panel Installation / Removal INFORMATION Note: The burner tray needs to be removed before installation or removal of panels, see page Installation 1. Insert lower back panel so that it is sitting on the ledge at the back of the firebox as shown in Figure 32.
  • Page 27: Burner Kit Installation/Removal

    INSTALLER Burner Kit Installation / Removal INFORMATION Burner Tray Installation / Removal Installation Place the burner tray in the firebox so that the venturi is over top of the orifice. To secure the burner tray, insert the 4 screws using a screwdriver, as seen in Figure 35.
  • Page 28: Cladding Installation/Removal

    INSTALLER Cladding Installation / Removal INFORMATION Installation 1. Slide back the top cladding piece into the top of the appliance as seen in Figure 38. Fasten using screws on front of appliance shown in Figure 2. Place metal grill onto lower front cladding as seen in Figure40.
  • Page 29: Venturi Adjustment

    INSTALLER INFORMATION Figure 43: Side Cladding Stand Figure 42: Front Cladding Securement Figure45: Side Cladding Securement Figure 44: Side Cladding Venturi Adjustment To adjust the venturi the lower front piece of cladding needs to be removed, please refer to appropriate section of manual for removal instructions.
  • Page 30: Replacement Parts

    7. Replacement Burner PZPE.RP7506 8. Replacement Door Glass PZPE.RP7503 9. Replacement Door Screen PZPE.5002.963 10. Replacement Aluker Panel Set PZPE.5099.G963 Aesthetic Components Description Order Number Exterior Ceramic Panels by Piazzetta Mirage Surround Classic Bordeaux PZSY.P963CBX Mirage Surround Classic Oriental Sand PZSY.P963COS...
  • Page 31: Venting Components

    INSTALLER Venting Components INFORMATION NOTE: Mixing venting components from different manufacturers is inadvisable. Figure 1: 4”x6-5/8" Rigid Piping Cross Reference Chart Figure 2: 4”x6-5/8" Rigid Pipe Components Cross Reference Chart...
  • Page 32: Wiring Diagram

    INSTALLER Wiring Diagram INFORMATION Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.
  • Page 33: Installation Notes

    INSTALLER Installation Notes INFORMATION...
  • Page 34 Technical support: 1-250-748-1184 Web site: www. pacificenergy.net 2975 Allenby Rd., Duncan, BC V9l 6V8...

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