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This  appliance  may  be  installed  in  an  aftermarket, 

permanently located, Manufactured (Mobile) Home,  

where not prohibited by Local Codes.
This  appliance  is  only  for  use  with  the  type  of  fuel 

indicated on the Rating Plate.  This appliance is not 

convertible  for  use  with  other  gases,  unless  a  certi-

fied Conversion Kit is used.

WARNING!

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, ser-

vice  or  maintenance  can  cause  injury  or  property 

damage.    Refer  to  this  manual.    For  assistance  or 

additional information, consult a qualified installer , 

service agency or the gas supplier.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

The appliance area must be kept clear and free from com-

bustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and 

liquids.

-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.

WARNING!

If the information in this manual is not followed exact-

ly, a fire or explosion may result causing property dam-

age, personal injury or loss of life.

This  manual  must  be  used  for  installation  of  the  DV450S  Direct  Vent  Heater  and  retained  by  the  homeowner  for  operating  and 

maintenance instructions. This heater may be installed with a vertical or horizontal direct vent terminator system.

SAPPHIRE DV450S

 DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER

OWNER’S MANUAL 

AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

O-T L

Tested and 

Listed by

Beaverton

Oregon USA

OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.

C

1445 North HIghway

Colville, WA 99114

A Division of Hearth Technologies Inc.

[email protected]

      ahpfireup.com

#29863C 

12/2000

Shown here with optional accessories (door trim and 

warming shelf).

Summary of Contents for SAPPHIRE DV450S

Page 1: ...ouch 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...

Page 2: ...DO NOT OPERATE APPLIANCE WITH THE PANEL S REMOVED CRACKED OR BROKEN REPLACEMENT OF THE PANEL S SHOULD BE DONE BY A LICENSED OR QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON 8 INSTALLATION AND REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE BY A Q...

Page 3: ...For conversion to propane Manufacturer s Part 844 9230 and instructions must be used This appliance may be installed in a bedroom or bedsitting room in Canada remote thermostat installation is require...

Page 4: ...S CERTIFICATION The DV450S Series Room HEater has been tested in accordance with the ANSI standard Z21 88 1998 and UL307B and has been listed by OMNI Test Labs for installation and operation as descr...

Page 5: ...0 Decorative Glass accent gold 844 7900 Warming Shelf matte black pr 844 7910 Warming Shelf porcelain black pr 844 7930 Warming Shelf porcelain creme pr 844 7940 Warming Shelf porcelain green pr 844 7...

Page 6: ...al rise sections require a 1 minimum Air Space completely around the Vent section These clearances must be maintained at all times This appliance is certified for installation in a bed sitting sitting...

Page 7: ...1 14 5 8 Pipe Adj Glv 911B 11 14 5 8 Pipe Adj Blk 912 12 17 Pipe Adj Glv 912B 12 17 Pipe Adj Blk 917 17 24 Pipe Adj Glv 917B 17 24 Pipe Adj Blk 945 45 Elbow Galv 945B 45 Elbow Black 990 90 Elbow Galv...

Page 8: ...VENT ROOM HEATER TERMINATION EXAMPLES Four types of Termination are possible for this Heater Horizontal Vertical Existing Masonry or Existing Class A Class A Metal Chimney Vertical Flat Ceiling Horizo...

Page 9: ...by three feet Example When using three elbows the maximum horizontal distance has been reduced to 9 3 1 2 elbows x 3 6 15 max 6 of elbows 9 of horizontal run Even with only these three elbows the equ...

Page 10: ...cal assembly within 3 90cm horizontally from the centerline of the meter regulator H 6 1 8m minimum Clearance to service regulator vent outlet I 12 30cm minimum Clearance to nonmechanical air supply i...

Page 11: ...black decorative wall thimble cover over the vent pipe When using the adjustable section maintain a 1 overlap on pipe sections and secure It is also important that the vent pipe extends a minimum of 1...

Page 12: ...lled in the ceiling and mark the spot where the vent will penetrate the roof Determine if ceiling joists roof rafters or other framing will obstruct the venting system You may wish to relocate or offs...

Page 13: ...and elbows It is necessary to reach from the Heater up through the round support box Ensure that all pipe and elbow connections are in their fully twist lock position Using the mark from Step 2 drive...

Page 14: ...f the chimney and attach it to the venting system extending from the top of the Heater Construct a metal flashing large enough and strong enough to cover the chimney opening and support the Heater Ver...

Page 15: ...from the top of the Heater to the Chimney must be rigid vent sections A 4 UL 1777 listed gas vent aluminum flexible liner can be used inside the chimney The flexible liner must be secured to the last...

Page 16: ...nd 6 3 10 0 inches water column for propane gas This Heater has a variable adjust manifold Pressure taps are located on the front of the valve for both inlet and outlet pressure FUEL CONVERSION For co...

Page 17: ...vels equal or less than 1 2 psi 3 5 kPa D Valve Adjustable Regulator 1 Gain access to the Valve Regulator Head by lifting up on the Valve Cover and removing the Tabs from the Slots on the Back Shield...

Page 18: ...ng the bottom of the Blower Housing into the opening and rock the top of the Blower forward Fasten the blower in place with the screws included in the Fastener Pack See Figure 3 on this page 4 Attach...

Page 19: ...ect a millivolt Thermostat without the ON OFF Switch in the Circuit Disconnect the ON OFF Switch from the Valve and wire the millivolt Thermostat as indi cated 20613 1 14212 1 25385 1 25579 1 25580 1...

Page 20: ...Mineral Wool may be bridged over the Chunks for greater enhancement B Removing the Glass 3 Remove the Glass Frame Assembly by pulling the Latch Releases forward and upward See Figure 21 Lift the Glass...

Page 21: ...rward and hook over the glass frame Step 13 Optional Door Trim Kit Installation The decorative trim can be installed at this time 1 Lay the front face on a flat surface being careful not to damage it...

Page 22: ...ext to the main burner 5 If the gas control knob is at the OFF position go to step 7 If the gas control knob is at the ON position go to step 6 6 If the pilot light went out during normal use with the...

Page 23: ...nt of air that mixes with the gas as it enters the Burner Pan It is used to fine tune the flame as necessary for differences in altitude and vent configuration The shutter is shipped in the open posit...

Page 24: ...NEVER use abrasive materials NEVER clean glass when hot To clean the glass use a non abrasive mild cleaning solution For example a glass cleaner for stubborn film or an oven cleaner Apply an adequate...

Page 25: ...t Turn with a Wrench Thermocouple or With the Thermocouple and Thermo generator Tips cool Thermo generator has clean the upper 3 8 with a very fine Emery cloth Film build up on Tip Electrical Resistan...

Page 26: ...the Thermo generator design parameters Defective Thermostat A With the Pilot adjusted properly place a Jumper Wire or Thermostat Wiring between TPTH and TH Take a mV reading across the TPTH and TH Ter...

Page 27: ...nd TH Terminals If the resistance does not fall within specification replace the Valve See Table 1 Debris on Seat of Replace Valve Main Valve Main Seat blown out Replace Valve as a result of exposing...

Page 28: ...44 2640 Knob 2 29866 Control Rod 3 844 1260 ON OFF Rocker Switch 4 844 9120 Valve Cover Assembly 5 844 1240 Push Button Ignitor 6 29180 Rocker Switch Wire Assembly 7 844 5820 Brass Elbow 8 844 2640 Co...

Page 29: ...44 6040 DV450 Top Plate Porcelain Green 27873 Bottom Plate not shown 27587 Side Refractory not shown 27545 Back Refractory not shown 844 2980 Shutter not shown 844 2990 Shutter Screw not shown 844 779...

Page 30: ...porary repairs do not qualify for a service call fee and will not be covered The replacement of consumer replaceable items and installation of upgraded component parts do not qualify for a service cal...

Page 31: ...Date Purchased Dealership Where Purchased Dealer Phone Additional Information After completing your warranty card attach your sales receipt and warranty stub here for future reference Located on the...

Page 32: ...Attention INSTALLER Please return these Operating Installation Instructions to the Consumer...

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