Astria Aries 33 Installation And Operation Instructions Manual Download Page 1

Installation and Operation Instructions

Astria™ Aries Direct-Vent Gas Fireplaces

P/N 900004-01   Rev. G   03/2015

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Models
Aries 33xxx *

Aries 35xxx *

Aries 40xxx *

Aries 45xxx *

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* “xxx” indicates unique model identifiers.  

    This manual covers all Astria™ Aries models.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

Installateur : Laissez cette notice avec l’appareil.
Consommateur : Conservez cette notice pour consultation ultérieure.

A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns 

from the hot viewing glass is provided with 

this appliance and shall be installed for 

the protection of children and other at-risk 

individuals.

L’écran pare-étincelles fourni avec ce foyer réduit le 

risque de brûlure en cas de contact accidentel avec la 

vitre chaude et doit être installé pour la protection Des 

enfants et Des personnes à risques.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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.
Cet appareil peut installé dans une maison préfabriquée (mobile) déjà installée à demeure, si les réglements 

locaux le permettent. Ce appareil doit être utilisé uniquement avec le type de gaz indiqué sure la plaque 

signalétique. Cet appareil ne peut être converti à d’autres gaz, sauf si une trousse de conversion est utilsée.

— 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. 

•  Leave the building immediately.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neigh-

bor’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.

       WARNING:
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD

Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result 

in serious injury, death, or property damage.

       AVERTISSEMENT:
RISQUED’INDENDIE OU D’EXPLOSION

Le non-respect Des avertissements de sécurité 

pourrait d’entraîner des blessures graves, la mort 

ou des dommages matériels.

— Ne pas entreposer ni utilizer d’essence ni d’autres 

vapeurs ou liquides inflammables dans le voisin-

age de cet appareil ou de tout autre appareil.

— QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE GAZ:

• Ne pas tenter d’allumer d’appareil.

• Ne touchez à aucan interrupteur. Ne pas vous 

servir des téléphones se trouvant dans le bâti-

ment où vous trouvez. 

•  Sortez immédiatement de bâtiment.

• Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de 

gaz depuis un voisin. Suivez les instructions du 

fournisseur. 

• Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur de 

gaz, appelez le service des incindies.

— L’installation et l’entretien doivent être assurés par 

un installateur ou un service d’entretien qualifié 

ou par le fournisseur de gaz.

Report No. F13-094

Summary of Contents for Aries 33

Page 1: ...e gaz indiqu sure la plaque signal tique Cet appareil ne peut tre converti d autres gaz sauf si une trousse de conversion est utils e Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids...

Page 2: ...TRE NON REFROIDIE NE LAISSEZ JAMAIS UN ENFANT DE TOUCHER LA VITRE L cran pare tincelles fourni avec ce foyer r duit le risque de br lure en cas de contact accidentel avec la vitre chaude et doit tre i...

Page 3: ...engaalosni osalejadosde lachimeneaenfuncionamiento Superviseenformacercanaalos ni osencualquiercuartodondehaya unachimeneafuncionandopara impedirelcontactoconelvidrio Mantenga la ropa mobiliario gasol...

Page 4: ...stallation Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts 10 Cold Climate Insulation 10 Manufactured Home Requirements 11 Location 11 Vent Termination Clearances 12 Minimum Clearances to Combustib...

Page 5: ...keep toddlers young children and other at risk individuals out of the room and away from hot surfaces Les jeunes enfants devraient tre surveill s troitement lorsqu ils se trouvent dans la m me pi ce q...

Page 6: ...manual For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier AVERTISSEMENT Une installation un r glage une modification une r paration ou un entret...

Page 7: ...he barrier becomes damaged the barrier shall be replaced with the manufacturer s barrier for this appliance For use with barrier s Part No s F1902 33 Models F1839 35 Models F1840 40 Models and F1903 4...

Page 8: ...lean Remarqu L installation et la r paration devrait tre confi es un technicien qualifi L appareil devrait faire l objet d une inspection par un technicien professionnel avant d tre utilis et au moins...

Page 9: ...WC 2 61 kPa Propane 11 0 WC 2 74 kPa 13 0 WC 3 23 kPa Table 4 Manifold Gas Supply Pressure Fuel Pressure Natural Gas 3 5 WC 0 87 kPa Propane 10 0 WC 2 49 kPa Test gauge connections are provided on the...

Page 10: ...ordance with Massachusetts Rules and Regulations 248 C M R Installation and repair must be done by a plumber or gas fitter licensed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts The flexible gas line connector...

Page 11: ...cting These direct vent fireplaces are uniquely suited for installations requiring a utility shelf positioned directly above the fireplace Utility shelves like these are commonly used for locating tel...

Page 12: ...12 to 7 12 1 25 ft 0 38 m 7 12 to 8 12 1 5 ft 0 46 m 8 12 to 9 12 2 0 ft 0 61 m 9 12 to 10 12 2 5 ft 0 76 m 10 12 to 11 12 3 25 ft 0 99 m 11 12 to 12 12 4 0 ft 1 22 m 12 12 to 14 12 5 0 ft 1 52 m 14...

Page 13: ...corner 6 152 mm minimum 6 152 mm minimum H Clearance to each inside of center line extended above meter regulator assembly 36 910 mm within a height of 15 ft above the meter regulator assembly 36 910...

Page 14: ...f the unit The fireplace may be located on or near conventional construction materials However if installed on combustible materials such as carpeting vinyl tile or other combustible material other th...

Page 15: ...length 3 1 2 89 mm 12 305 10 254 8 203 6 152 4 102 2 51 in mm 8 203 10 254 12 305 14 356 16 406 18 457 Hood Fireplace Mantel depth Wall Finishes Surrounds Mantels NOTE Combustible wall finish materia...

Page 16: ...erify Proper Fireplace Operation Page 39 Finishing 14 Optional Install the Firebox Liners Page 52 15 Traditional Fireplaces Install the Logs Volcanic Stone and Glowing Embers Page 53 16 Contemporary F...

Page 17: ...fications Corner Installation with Horizontal Termination Model A B C D E F G B A C Inches millimeters D E Back wall of chase enclosure including finishing materials 7 178 Aries CD33 33 3 4 857 51 1 4...

Page 18: ...or to the area where the appliance is to be installed per requirements outlined in the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 latest edition USA or CAN CGA B149 1 latest edition Canada The gas supply line sho...

Page 19: ...in direct contact with the nailing flanges and may be located within 1 2 of screw heads and the firebox wrapper in areas adjacent to the nailing flanges Frame the opening to the exact dimensions spec...

Page 20: ...nt does not have a cap already installed pack inner and outer pipe with the insulation from top Step 5 Remove and discard the large round gasket attached to the back of the unit Install the cap from t...

Page 21: ...ertical Height ft Vertical Height ft 2 5 Elbow 5 10 15 Base wing Base 6 ft Minimum vertical run 6 ft Minimum vertical run U Shaped Vent Restrictor Inner Fireplace Collar Appliance Top Vent Outlet Figu...

Page 22: ...desired a 6 x 1 2 screw can be used at the joint but is not required as the pipe will securely lock when twisted Figure 17 Where required a telescopic vent section SV4 5LA may be used to provide the i...

Page 23: ...465 38 75 0 0 0 0 10 10 69 5 75 0 0 0 2 0 2 475 5 39 625 0 1 0 0 10 11 73 5 6 125 1 0 0 2 0 3 480 40 1 1 0 0 10 12 79 5 6 625 0 1 0 2 0 3 492 41 1 0 1 0 10 12 81 6 75 0 0 0 1 1 2 499 5 41 625 0 0 0 1...

Page 24: ...and or adjacent walls is specified in ANSI Z223 1 In Canada the current CAN CGA B149 1 installation code by major building codes Always consult your local codes for specific requirements A general gui...

Page 25: ...Install firestop spacer at ceiling When using Secure Vent use SV4 5VF firestop spacer at ceiling joists when using Secure Flex use SF4 5VF firestop spacer If there is living space above the ceiling l...

Page 26: ...t top and sides only and trim where necessary Seal the top and both sides of the flashing with waterproof caulking 12 Install the storm collar Install the storm collar supplied with the flashing over...

Page 27: ...re an elbow is the only vertical component in the system WARNING Do NOT join separate sections of concentric flexible vent pipe Figure 25 Top Vent Straight Table 17 Rear Vent One 90 Elbow Ceiling fire...

Page 28: ...y vent run with more than 6 ft of vertical rise See Page 21 for more information If 20 ft of H horizontal vent run is needed then 4 ft straight section minimum of V vertical vent will be required This...

Page 29: ...he minimum clearances for combustibles Page 24 2 Frame the exterior wall opening Locate the center of the vent outlet on the exterior wall Table 11 Cut and or frame an opening 10 1 2 x 12 1 8 267 x 30...

Page 30: ...Figure 27 13 Install the firestop spacer at the exterior wall When using the square termination install SV4 5HF Secure Vent SF4 5HF Secure Flex Firestop Spacer over the opening at the exterior side of...

Page 31: ...water infiltration install the firestop spacer SV4 5HF on the exterior side of the wall Figure 28 Venting Connection and Exterior Wall Recessing of the Horizontal Compact Termination SV4 5HTKCT Siding...

Page 32: ...port straps as necessary NOTE SV4 5VF Secure Vent SF4 5VF Secure Flex firestop spacer must be used any time vent pipe passes through a combustible floor or ceiling SV4 5HF Secure Vent SF4 5HF Secure F...

Page 33: ...1 524 V H H1 60 ft 18 288 m maximum H 8 ft 2 438 m maximum H H1 25 ft 7 62 m maximum Install the U shaped vent restrictor in any vent run with more than 4 ft of vertical rise See Page 21 for more inf...

Page 34: ...will be required This table shows a 1 V to 5 H ratio For every 1 ft of V vertical you are allowed 5 ft of H horizontal run up to a maximum horizontal run of 20 ft 6 096 m Table 28 Top Vent Three 90 El...

Page 35: ...BLACK HIGH TEMPERATURE SEALANT P N 10K81 to the outside surface of both collars of the adaptor fill the grooves of the outer collar to be covered by the flexible pipe and slide the flexible vent over...

Page 36: ...tions as it was attached to the adaptor Figure 29 NOTE Attach Secure Flex vent to Secure Flex terminations only Do NOT substitute Secure Vent terminations or Secure Vent adaptor for Secure Flex compon...

Page 37: ...end of each conductor connected to the gas valve circuit and the other end of each conductor placed loose inside the bottom compartment CAUTION In millivolt systems do NOT connect a wall switch to a 1...

Page 38: ...nd FBK 200 blower kit applications Figure 33 Figure 33 Junction Box Wiring 120 V 60 hz 1 phase Ground green Neutral white 120 VAC black Wall mounted ON OFF blower switch or variable speed control swit...

Page 39: ...open flame to check for leaks Turn on gas supply and test for gas leaks using a gas leak test solution also known as bubble leak solution NOTE Using a soapy water solution is an effective leak test s...

Page 40: ...echnician Ensure glass door is in place and sealed during adjustment CAUTION Soot will be produced if the air shutter is closed too much Any damage due to sooting resulting from improperly setting the...

Page 41: ...r Tube Adjustment Rod Up Fully Closed Position Adjustment Set Screw If air shutter is closed too far Flame will be orange Air shutter gap should be increased If air shutter is open too far Flame will...

Page 42: ...TE All models must have a barrier installed prior to operation 1 Open the control compartment door Page 51 2 Hold the barrier in front of the glass door and slide it up into the slots above the glass...

Page 43: ...y spoken in the home If unknown affix the English language label 3 If you are unable to locate the labels please contact IHP or your nearest IHP dealer to receive additional safety instruction labels...

Page 44: ...acer H2246 Adaptor 74L61 see 750204M 77L81 SV4 5SC6 Storm Collar 6 pack H5817 SV4 5 20SSWSK Rigid Small Square Termination 20 with Shield and Firestop see 750247M and 750204M H6183 SV4 5HF5 Firestop S...

Page 45: ...1 1 1 spacing 10 Pack 94L07 SFKIT36SS Small Square Termination for flex with 36 914 mm of compressed flex vent see 750204M F1803 SF4 5HTKCT Horizontal Compact Termination for flex without flex 94L08 S...

Page 46: ...selon les instructions du fabricant fournies avec la trousse Le fournisseur de service qualifi ayant r alis l installation assume les responsabilit s li es la conversion In Canada The conversion shal...

Page 47: ...em Fireplaces 7 Refer to the instructions provided with the SIT Regulator Conversion Kit and Figure 42 Using a Torx T20 driver with 1 4 shank or slotted screwdriver remove and discard the pressure reg...

Page 48: ...the burner assembly into its position and secure the trapezoidal plate with the two screws previously removed 14 Reinstall the baffle with the two baffle securing screws 15 Reassemble the remaining co...

Page 49: ...d by carbon monoxide than others including pregnant women people with heart or lung disease or anemia those under the influence of alcohol and those at high altitudes NOTE Do not place furniture or ot...

Page 50: ...e home If unknown affix the English language label 3 If you are unable to locate the labels please contact IHP or your nearest IHP dealer to receive additional safety instruction labels free of charge...

Page 51: ...de door tab Figure 46 out of the tab groove and align it with the vertical slot Figure 45 Figure 45 Control compartment door slots Figure 46 Control compartment door tabs Vertical slot Screw hole Tab...

Page 52: ...Close the control compartment door Continuous Pilot Ignition Switch Fireplaces with an electronic gas valve have a continuous pilot ignition CPI switch installed in the control compartment This switc...

Page 53: ...ng to these instructions improper combustion could occur This could result in the excessive production of soot and or the colorless odorless toxic gas carbon monoxide CO NOTE If applicable install the...

Page 54: ...the entire set H7666 35 Aries and F1885 33 Aries 1 If necessary remove the glass door Page 56 Locate and bend up Burner Locating Tabs Figure 50 2 Locate the log placement brackets Figure 50 Place embe...

Page 55: ...Log 5 Right Cross Log Catalog number for the entire set Aries 40 H7667 Aries 45 H7840 1 If necessary remove the glass door Page 56 2 Locate the log placement brackets Figure 54 Figure 54 Placing log...

Page 56: ...duce the risk of burns from the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall be installed WARNING Une barri re con ue pour r duire le risque de br lure par le hublot chaude est fournie...

Page 57: ...op channel with the flat side toward the fireplace then swinging the base of the barrier into the brackets and lowering it into place 5 Close the control compartment door Removing the BARRIER 1 Open t...

Page 58: ...system components However more frequent periodic inspections and cleanings should be performed by the homeowner NOTE Prior to the first use of the fireplace and each burn season and periodically duri...

Page 59: ...able at your local IHP dealer Never attempt to paint a hot fireplace Do not attempt to repaint the fireplace until the finish is completely cured Burn in Period on Page 51 If the surface becomes stain...

Page 60: ...e 71 Cleaning the burner Carefully remove the logs media Vacuum out any foreign matter on the burner e g lint carbon etc Ensure the burner ports are free of debris NOTE Improper positioning of logs me...

Page 61: ...gns of dislocation of the vent components Fireplace Inspection Qualified Service Technician Perform the appropriate fireplace inspection procedure detailed in this manual Replacing Glowing Embers Home...

Page 62: ...ermal snap switch Glowing Embers and Volcanic Stone Table 43 Glowing Embers and Volcanic Stone Catalog Model Description 88L53 FGE Bag of Glowing Embers 80L42 FDVS Bag of Volcanic Stone Glass Media Ta...

Page 63: ...teries included H8865 WS S STAT Wall control Catalog Number Large LCD display Shows room and set temperatures in F and C Wall mounted Thermostatic or manual ON OFF operation Connects to wall switch wi...

Page 64: ...tch Catalog Model 80L41 FRS OFF ON Wall Switch Kit The OFF ON wall switch kit can be used to control the operation of the fireplace burner or blower Install the OFF ON wall switch in a convenient loca...

Page 65: ...diately call your service technician or gas supplier LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries turn the gas control knob to OFF and call you...

Page 66: ...ien qualifi ou le fournisseur de gaz Si la veilleuse ne reste pas allum e apr s plusieurs tentatives r glez la manette d admission du gaz la position OFF et appelez un technicien qualifi ou le fournis...

Page 67: ...l which has been under water Electronic Gas Control Valve SIT Electronic Pilot Assembly 3 Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed Note The control may have a battery...

Page 68: ...erie de secours installer les batteries au besoin 8 Placez l interrupteur du r cepteur en position REMOTE ou l interrupteur mural en position ON 9 Si applicable Appuyez sur le bouton ON OFF pour s lec...

Page 69: ...ons a Defective pilot generator thermocouple Check pilot flame it must impinge on thermocouple Clean and or adjust pilot for maximum flame impingement on thermocouple Ensure that the connection betwee...

Page 70: ...e fireplace Check the gas supply and gas shutoff valves b Loose wires to the valve or ignition module Check control compartment for any obviously loose wiring call a service technician if necessary c...

Page 71: ...illivolt Piezo Igniter 10K86 1 10K86 1 10K86 1 10K86 1 17 Millivolt Piezo Igniter Wire 56L21 1 56L21 1 56L21 1 56L21 1 18 Millivolt Pilot Generator 60J79 1 60J79 1 60J79 1 60J79 1 19 Millivolt Thermoc...

Page 72: ...res que celles sp cifiquement approuv es avec cet appareil sont utilis es WARNING Never use substitute materials Use of non approved parts can result in poor performance and safety hazards Table 55 Ho...

Page 73: ...the Product affecting its stability or performance The Product must be subjected to normal use The Product is designed to burn either natural or propane gas only Burning conventional fuels such as wo...

Page 74: ...yles and products Consult your local distributor for fireplace code information Printed in U S A 2013 2015 Innovative Hearth Products LLC P N 900004 01 Rev G 04 2015 1508 Elm Hill Pike Suite 108 Nashv...

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