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INTRODUCTION 

Congratulations on choosing an Archgard Gas Fireplace! 
 
The Optima 32-1 Direct Vent Insert is one of the most advanced Direct Vent Insert heater 
available today. It is solidly designed using the latest technology and manufactured to the 
highest quality. It is our aim to provide you with an appliance for many trouble-free years of 
reliable service.  
 
Some of the many features of your Optima 32-1 Direct Vent Insert are: 
 
Heater Classification 

The Optima 32-1 is classified as a heating appliance. Therefore, it 
uses Direct Vent safety technology and it is suitable for continuously 
operated zone heating. 

High Efficiency 

The Optima 32-1 has one of the highest efficiencies of any Direct 
Vent gas insert, which means that it is less expensive to operate. 

Adjustable Fan Speed 

Each Optima 32-1 insert comes complete with a heat activated 
circulation fan with a fully adjustable speed control. 

Adjustable Flame 

The flame aesthetics and heat output can be adjusted to suit the 
owner’s liking and heating needs. 

Solid Construction 

The Optima 32-1 is mainly constructed of 16 and 18 gauge 
galvanized and aluminized coated steel for long life and durability. 

Optional Accessories 

Check with your Authorized Archgard Dealer for a full complement of 
decorative accessories to suit your home’s décor and your tastes. 
Some of the accessories available are: 24K Gold Overlay (for the flat 
window), a variety of surrounds (faceplates) with gold, black or 
pewter trims and an overlay bay window that simply attaches to the 
front of your fireplace while leaving the flat glass door in place.   

Millivolt Control System.  The Optima 32-1 uses a gas control valve that is ready for an 

optional wall thermostat, or a hand-held “wireless” remote control. 

 

Please read this manual carefully prior to installation and operation of the appliance. 
Proper installation, operation and maintenance of the appliance will provide you with 
many years of enjoyment.  
 
We recommend you record the following information: 

 

Fireplace Model Number:   

OPTIMA 32-1  

  Serial Number:   

 

 
Date of Installation:   

 

 
Type of Gas Used by the Fireplace:    

  Natural Gas    

  Propane 

 
Dealer’s Name & Address:  

 

 

 
 

 

 

Dealer’s Phone Number: 

 

 

Summary of Contents for Optima 32-1

Page 1: ...upplier 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 This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located manufactured home USA only or mobile home where not prohibited by local codes This appliance ...

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Page 3: ...suit the owner s liking and heating needs Solid Construction The Optima 32 1 is mainly constructed of 16 and 18 gauge galvanized and aluminized coated steel for long life and durability Optional Accessories Check with your Authorized Archgard Dealer for a full complement of decorative accessories to suit your home s décor and your tastes Some of the accessories available are 24K Gold Overlay for t...

Page 4: ...ions CAUTION 21 Lighting Instruction on Rating Plate 22 Glass Door Removal If Your Glass Should Break 23 Optional Bay Door Installation Instructions 24 Troubleshooting Guide 25 26 Maintenance and Cleaning the Appliance 27 Servicing Under Warranty and Adjusting Primary Air 28 Adjusting Primary Air Continued and Changing Main Burner Orifice 29 Checking Inlet Outlet gas pressures Adjusting Pilot and ...

Page 5: ... It is imperative that the control compartments burners and circulating air passageways of the appliance are kept clean Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water CAUTION FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not install or operate your ...

Page 6: ...the US and in Canada the current Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22 1 SPECIFICATIONS Natural Gas NG Propane LP Manifold Pressure 1 6 3 5 in w c 0 4 0 9 kPa 6 3 10 0 in w c 1 6 2 5 kPa Min Supply Pressure Max Supply Pressure 4 5 in w c 1 2 kPa 14 0 in w c 3 5 kPa 11 0 in w c 2 8 kPa 14 0 in w c 3 5 kPa Orifice Size 35 DMS 2 8 mm dia 51 DMS 1 72 mm dia Nominal Input Rating 23 000 34 000 BTU hr 6 7 9 8...

Page 7: ...metal parts of the fireplace in which the gas fireplace insert is to be installed is prohibited If the factory built fireplace has no gas access hole s provided an access hole of 1 1 2 37 5 mm or less may be drilled through the lower sides or bottom of the firebox in a proper workmanship like manner This access hole must be plugged with non combustible insulation after the gas supply line has been...

Page 8: ...mbustible mantle allow in shaded area Mantle extension maybe increased 1 25 mm for each additional 1 25 mm increase in clearance height Example If using a 5 127 mm reduce minimum height to 36 914 mm If using a 4 100 mm reduce minimum height to 35 889 mm Note With bay window attached clearances remain the same 6 152 mm Minimum Height From Bottom of Appliance 37 940 mm with a 6 152 mm mantel Note If...

Page 9: ...y piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa Failure to do so will damage the appliance s gas valve Such damage is not covered by the manufacturer s warranty Natural Gas Pressure Settings The inlet supply or line pressure must be a minimum of 4 5 wc 1 1 kPa and a m...

Page 10: ...ed and wired to a three prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged in directly into a properly grounded three prong receptacle Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug NOTE This appliance when installed must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 ...

Page 11: ...100 mm X 178 mm Masonry chimneys may take various contours which the flexible liner will accommodate however keep the flexible liner as straight as possible avoiding unnecessary bending but at all times keep a minimum of 3 76 mm inside bend radius The Air Intake Flex Liner must be connected to the inlet air collars of the termination cap and the appli ance The Exhaust Flex Liner must be connected ...

Page 12: ...haust vent restrictor provided with the unit on Natural Gas appliances with 20 6 1 M and above vent height installations ONLY Seal and attach the end of the flex marked Exhaust to the collar marked Exhaust on the appliance with the collar clamp provided with the unit 10 Caulk all joints as usual NOTE The vertical termination cap must be sealed to the liner with suitable high temperature sealant an...

Page 13: ...y Trim kit s supplied by the manufacturer shall be used in the installation of this appliance 1 Using the trim clips provided join the left side trim which has a notch cut for rocker switch to the top trim as shown in Fig 1 Repeat with the right side trim 2 Peel the backing from the sticky tape then slip the assembled trim over the surround 3 Locate the rocker on off switch with the ON side up and...

Page 14: ... wall switch or wall thermostat and will not extend warranty to them OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH OR THERMOSTAT Thermostat wall switch wire table Recommended Maximum Lead Length for two wires Wire Size Max Length 14 GA 50 Ft 15 24 M 16 GA 32 Ft 9 75 M 18 GA 20 Ft 6 9 M 20 GA 12 Ft 3 65 M 22 GA 9 Ft 2 74 M Fig 1 B A C D SUPPLY TUBE THERMOCOUPLE LEAD WIRE TO PIEZO SPARKER ON OFF SWITCH OPTIONAL REMOTE WALL ...

Page 15: ...properly After opening the log set package inspect the logs to ensure that no damage has occurred in side the package Please report any damage immediately to your Authorized Archgard Dealer Gas and vent connection must be made before installing the logs on the FiberFlame bed NOTE Improper placement of logs may cause sooting on the internal parts and glass and will not be covered under warranty Do ...

Page 16: ... 16 LOG PLACEMENT Continued Step 1 Locate Log with 12 stamped on the bottom and place it on the log rest as shown Step 2 Locate Log with 80 stamped on the bottom and place it on the log rest as shown LOG 12 LOG 80 ...

Page 17: ...17 LOG PLACEMENT Continued Step 3 Locate Log with 74 stamped on the bottom and place it on the ember bed as shown Step 4 Locate Log with 69 stamped on the bottom and place it on the ember bed as shown LOG 74 LOG 69 ...

Page 18: ...Optima 32 1 18 Step 5 Locate Log with 82 stamped on the bottom and place as shown Step 6 Locate Log with 83 stamped on the bottom and place as shown LOG PLACEMENT Continued LOG 82 LOG 83 ...

Page 19: ...r your convenience therefore no adjustments should be made If you find any damage to the Ce ramic Brick Panels please contact your Authorized Archgard Dealer who sold you this appli ance to order replacements CERAMIC BRICK PANELS LOG PLACEMENT Continued Step 7 Locate Log 13 and place it as shown LOG 13 ...

Page 20: ...er This will include 1 Pre form Leak tests of supply line gas control valve supply line from gas control valve and pilot assembly 2 Clocking the appliance to ensure the correct firing rate see page 9 of this manual 3 If required adjusting the primary air to burner to ensure that the flame does not carbon or soot see page 28 of this manual 4 Check for proper operation including correct drafting 5 T...

Page 21: ... service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water WARNING If you do not follow these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life Do not operate the appliance with the glass front removed cracked or broken Replacement of broken glass should be done ...

Page 22: ...tions exactly a fire of explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life 1 STOP Read the safety information above on this label 2 Set the remote switch to OFF Set the thermostat to the lowest setting Only if your appliance is equipped with these devices 3 Turn off all electric power to the appliance 4 Open lower louvers or access door 3 Press slightly and turn the contr...

Page 23: ...ay at a safe location where it cannot be scratched or damaged Replacing the Glass Door The reverse procedure of Removing the Glass Door IF YOUR GLASS BREAKS WARNING Do not operate appliance with the glass front cracked or broken Replacement of the glass should be done by a licensed or qualified service person Fig 1 LOCATING TABS UPPER LOUVERS REMOVED DOOR LATCHES SHOWN OPEN In the event your glass...

Page 24: ...sembly forward 2 Remove the lower grilles by removing the four hex head mounting screws that secure the brass hinges to the unit 3 Discard the Upper and lower grilles they are not required for Bay door installation 4 Install the Hi Low On Off and sparker extension knobs onto the corresponding knobs on the valve 5 Move the Bay Door over the front of the insert line up the slots in the upper area sl...

Page 25: ...ive Pilot will not remain on after being lit 1 Press the control knob all the way in at the pilot indicator 2 Hold the control knob in for a longer period of time 3 If you are trying to re light the pilot immediately after you have shut off the pilot you have to wait 5 minutes for the valve to reset safety sys tem built into the valve 4 Check to see if the pilot flame is large enough to reach and ...

Page 26: ...Check wire connections Expansion from heat affects a loose connec tion Sooty deposits on the glass door 1 If the flame is yellow and lazy check for lint etc around primary air shutter Increase primary air by opening the primary air shutter if nec essary 2 Check for proper placement of the logs and branches Ensure logs and burner are clean See that section in the instruction manual 3 Check for prop...

Page 27: ...se a vacuum cleaner to clean off any dust or lint After cleaning the logs must be replaced as per the instructions in this manual Once a year have a qualified service technician Completely inspect the appliance and the venting system if the vent pipe or seal is found to be defective replace and or reseal follow the instructions found in the installation section Clean and remove any lint accumulati...

Page 28: ...cement parts must be authorized by Archgard for suitability Note the Shutter is set at the factory and normally only requires resetting at higher altitudes Caution Wear gloves when adjusting the primary air with the appliance hot 1 Open the lower grills 2 Unscrew the 2 screws holding the control panel and remove the panel 3 The primary air adjustment wing nut is located behind and to the left of t...

Page 29: ...ogs from the FiberFlame bed See LOG PLACEMENT for instructions 4 Remove the two screws holding the log rest to remove it 5 Unscrew the two mounting screws that are located at the back rear of the ember bed 6 Carefully remove the ember bed by using your index fingers in the holes and carefully lift the ember bed burner out 7 Use a 1 2 13 mm wrench to remove the orifice cap 8 Change the orifice cap ...

Page 30: ...HECKING INLET AND OUTLET GAS PRESSURE CHECKING AND ADJUSTING PILOT Fig 1 CONVERTIBLE PILOT ORIFICE The pilot assembly is convertible to the type of gas being used simply unscrew the body by using a 7 16 11 mm wrench turn a 1 4 open then push the small metal tab across to the other side of the body and retighten Call your local Authorized Archgard Dealer to purchase the correct fuel conversion kit ...

Page 31: ... this manual 2 Remove the FiberFlame log set Follow LOG PLACEMENT instructions within this manual 3 Remove the adjustment wing nut and slide the air shutter away from the orifice cap Follow ADJUSTING PRIMARY AIR instructions within this manual 4 Remove the FiberFlame Ember Bed Follow CHANGING MAIN BURNER ORIFICE instructions within this manual 5 Mark all wires to be removed for proper reassembly C...

Page 32: ...0068 Orifice Main Burner Orifice Drill to 35 DMS 2 76 mm for Natural Gas Drill to 51 for LP Propane Gas 1 EA G 301 0061 Washer 9 5 mm SAE Grade 8 Flat 1 EA H 739 0019 Pilot Assembly Box 1 EA I 314 0127 Gasket Ceramic Paper J 314 0127 Gasket Ceramic Paper 1 EA K 308 0093 Pilot Assembly Convertible NG LP Base Mount Includes the items listed below 1 EA L Part 308 0057 Thermocouple 1 EA M Part 308 005...

Page 33: ...EA 310 0074 FiberFlame Log 74 1 EA 310 0069 FiberFlame Log 69 1 EA 310 0012 FiberFlame Log 12 1 EA 310 0013 FiberFlame Log 13 1 EA 310 0082 FiberFlame Log 82 1 EA 310 0083 FiberFlame Log 83 1 EA 839 0051 Burner Bed Assembly Includes Ember Bed 1 EA FiberFlame Burner Bed Log 83 Log 74 Log 82 Log 13 Log 12 Log 69 Log 80 ...

Page 34: ... 1 EA 305 0019 On Off Rocker Switch 1 EA Fan Components 305 0012 Power Cord 8 2 43 M 1 EA 305 0013 Fan Speed Control Rheostat 1 EA 305 0038 Fan Thermodisc fan sensor 1000 F 380 Celsius 1 EA 305 0024 Fan Fan with motor and blades 120VAC 115V 24 watt 1 EA 702 0047 Fan Thermodisc mounting bracket 1 EA 702 0050 Fan Heat Shield 1 EA Flat Glass Door 800 0032 Complete Replacement Door Includes glass gask...

Page 35: ...nob Ext HI LOW 1 EA 308 0096 Knob Ext Piezo 1 EA 314 0006 Gasket Flat 65 IN GMDS 32 25 70 Optional Gold Bay Window Strips Full Set Includes top bottom trim pieces 1 EA Optional Surround Trims BEDTK 32 Black Trim for ESK DSK 32R surround 1 SET BLTK 32 Black Trim for LSK 32R surround 1 SET GEDTK 32 Gold Trim for ESK DSK 32R surround 1 SET GLTK 32 Gold Trim for LSK 32R surround 1 SET PEDTK 32 Pewter ...

Page 36: ...Authorized Archgard Dealer WHAT TO DO IN THE EVENT OF A PROBLEM Thoroughly read your manual If you cannot solve the problem contact your Archgard Dealer or representative When calling for help please have the following information Model of your Fireplace Serial Number Place of Purchase Date of Purchase Problem Description NOTE Warranty may be void if work is carried out by an unqualified person s ...

Page 37: ...cking cracking or pinging sound when my fireplace is running and after it is turned off A The different gauges of steel used to manufacture your fireplace will expand and contract at different rates when your fireplace is on and will continued as your fireplace completes its heating function You will likely hear these same sounds more on start up and shut down This is normal for steel fireplaces Q...

Page 38: ...Optima 32 1 38 NOTES ...

Page 39: ...6 BEATTY DRIVE MISSION B C V2V 6B4 CANADA Model Optima 32 1 Serial Date Installed Name Address City State Prov ZIP Phone _____ Dealer s Name Address City State Prov ZIP Phone _____ Installer s Name Address City State Prov ZIP Phone _____ Why did you choose this product Thank you for purchasing our product and filling out this warranty card mm dd yyyy ...

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