Archgard Optima 34 34-DVI34N User'S Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual Download Page 1

200-0191 

 

August 2010 

Optima 34 

34-DVI34N 

For Serial Number  42164 and up

 

Gas Fired Vented Room 

Heater (Direct Vent) 

For use with Natural Gas or Propane*

 

U

SERS’  

I

NSTALLATION 

O

PERATION  and 

M

AINTENANCE 

M

ANUAL 

7116 Beatty Dr 
Mission, BC V2V 6B4 
Canada 

 Installer: Please leave this manual with the appliance owner for future reference 

WARNING: 

If the information in this manual is not 

followed exactly, 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. 

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 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.   

*Conversion kit required for Propane use 

Summary of Contents for Optima 34 34-DVI34N

Page 1: ...ther 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...

Page 2: ...spector of the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment shall not approve the instal lation unless upon inspection the inspector observes carbon monoxide detectors and signage installed in a...

Page 3: ...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 Constru...

Page 4: ...n Check and Initial Operation 23 First Fire and Lighting Instructions CAUTION 24 Lighting Instructions on Rating Plate 25 Glass Door Removal If Your Glass Should Break 26 Troubleshooting Guide 27 28 M...

Page 5: ...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 qualif...

Page 6: ...d that our gas hearth products be installed and serviced by professionals who are certified in the U S by the National Fireplace Institute NFI as NFI Gas Specialists SPECIFICATIONS Natural Gas NG Prop...

Page 7: ...tal 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 m...

Page 8: ...tible mantle allowed 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...

Page 9: ...s supply 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...

Page 10: ...ostat installed 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 remov...

Page 11: ...00 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 time...

Page 12: ...ovided with the unit on Natural Gas appliances only For vent heights between 14 4 25 Meters and 20 6 1 Meters use restrictor 1 for vent height installations over 20 6 1 Meters use restrictor 2 Seal an...

Page 13: ...nly Trim kit s supplied by the manufacturer should be used in the installa tion of this appliance 1 Using the trim clips provided join the left side trim which has a notch cut for rocker switch to the...

Page 14: ...ny 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...

Page 15: ...d if removed for servicing as they can be damaged or broken if not handled properly After opening the brick or reflective glass panels set package inspect to ensure that no damage has occurred inside...

Page 16: ...Optima 34 16 Right Brick Panel Placement as Shown...

Page 17: ...17 Left Brick Panel Placement as Shown NOTE Installing the panels in any other position other than shown will result in flame im pingement causing sooting of the logs brick liner and ceramic glass vie...

Page 18: ...be made before installing the embers and logs on the pan burner NOTE Improper placement of logs and embers may cause sooting on the internal parts and glass and will not be covered under warranty Do...

Page 19: ...nued LOG 7201 LOG 7207 Step 2 Locate Log with 7201 stamped on the bottom and place it as shown Step 1 Locate Log with 7207 stamped on the bottom and place it as shown IMPORTANT Back of log 7201 must r...

Page 20: ...Optima 34 20 LOG PLACEMENT Continued LOG 7203 Step 3 Locate Log with 7203 stamped on the bottom and place it as shown Step 4 Locate Log with 7202 stamped on the bottom and place it as shown LOG 7202...

Page 21: ...tima 34 21 LOG PLACEMENT Continued Step 5 Locate Log with 7204 stamped on the bottom and place it on the front pins as LOG 7204 Step 6 Locate Log with 6 stamped on the bottom and place it as shown LOG...

Page 22: ...Optima 34 22 Step 7 Locate Log with 5 stamped on the bottom and place it as shown LOG 5 Black embers Step 8 Place black embers around logs as shown do not cover the holes in the burner...

Page 23: ...1 Perform 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 re...

Page 24: ...ervice 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 o...

Page 25: ...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 s...

Page 26: ...y 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 gl...

Page 27: ...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 p...

Page 28: ...eck 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 a...

Page 29: ...uum cleaner to clean off any dust or lint After cleaning the logs and embers must be replaced as per the instructions in this manual Once a year have a qualified service technician Completely inspect...

Page 30: ...old All replacement 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 adjust...

Page 31: ...manual for reassembly 3 Remove the logs See LOG PLACEMENT for instructions 4 Unscrew the two mounting screws that are located at the back rear of the pan burner 5 Carefully remove the pan burner by s...

Page 32: ...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...

Page 33: ...ions within this manual 2 Remove the log set Follow LOG PLACEMENT instructions within this manual 3 Loosen the adjustment wing nut and slide the air shutter to the left Follow ADJUSTING PRIMARY AIR in...

Page 34: ...Orifice Drill to 34 DMS 2 76 mm for Natural Gas Drill to 51 for LP Propane Gas 1 EA E 620 0004 Aluminum Pilot Box 1 EA F 314 0127 Gasket Ceramic Paper 1 EA G 314 0127 Gasket Ceramic Paper 1 EA H 308 0...

Page 35: ...Qty Unit 310 634720 1 Log 7201 1 EA 310 634720 2 Log 7202 1 EA 310 634720 3 Log 7203 1 EA 310 634720 4 Log 7204 1 EA 310 634720 5 Log 7205 there is only 5 on log 1 EA 310 634720 6 Log 7206 there is on...

Page 36: ...1 Air Shutter Gasket 2 IN 800 0031 Wiring Harness assembly for On Off Rocker Switch 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...

Page 37: ...onal Surround Trims 34 TKSB Black Trim for SKBAB SKCAB surround 1 SET 34 TKLB Black Trim for SKLB surround 1 SET 34 TKSG Gold Trim for SKBAB SKCAB surround 1 SET 34 TKLG Gold Trim for SKLB surround 1...

Page 38: ...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 fo...

Page 39: ...ing 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 whe...

Page 40: ...Optima 34 40 NOTES...

Page 41: ...ame 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 POSTAGE FOLD DOWN AT LINE FOLD DOWN AT LI...

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Page 43: ...Archgard Industries Ltd 7116 Beatty Drive Mission B C V2V 6B4 Canada Website www archgard com...

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