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Figure 2 - Typical Two-Sided Fireplace 

Installation 

INTRODUCTION

Models (V)GL36PN/P and (V)GL36PNE/P are 

decorative  gas  appliances  that  use  a  millivolt 

gas control and piezo pilot or an electronic gas 

control valve with an electronic ignition system 

respectively. These systems require a 6", B-type 

venting system for operation.
The 6" B-type vent is not supplied by FMI PROD-

UCTS, LLC. For installation guidelines, check 

your B-vent instructions.

 WARNING: This gas appli-

ance must not be connected to 

a chimney flue servicing a solid 

fuel burning appliance.

Models (V)GL36PN and (V)GL36PNE are smooth 

face units for natural gas only. The (V)GL36PNP 

and  (V)GL36PNEP  are  smooth  face  units  for 

propane/LP gas only. To determine which type of 

gas your unit is approved and tested for, check the 

rating plate on the lift-out plate located inside the 

firebox under the access panel.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Before beginning the installation of your appli-

ance, read these instructions through completely.
This appliance and its approved components are 

safe when installed according to this installation 

manual  and  are  operated  as  recommended  by 

FMI  PRODUCTS,  LLC.  Unless  you  use  FMI 

PRODUCTS, LLC approved components tested 

for this appliance, 

YOU MAY CAUSE A FIRE 

HAZARD!

The FMI PRODUCTS, LLC warranty will be voided 

by and FMI PRODUCTS, LLC disclaims any respon-

sibility for the following actions :
A)  Modification of the appliance or any of the 

components  manufactured  by  FMI  PROD-

UCTS, LLC unless otherwise permitted by 

FMI PRODUCTS, LLC.

B)  Use of any component part not approved by 

FMI PRODUCTS, LLC in combination with 

this appliance.

C)  Installation and/or operation in a manner other 

than instructed in this manual.

D)  The burning of anything other than the type of 

gas approved for use in this gas appliance.

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.

.

The installation must conform with local codes or, in 

the absence of local codes, with the current 

National 

Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54

.

This appliance complies with 

ANSI Z21.50 

as a

 

Vented Gas Appliance 

and is listed and tested by 

the 

PFS Corporation

.

 WARNING: Installation of 

this appliance should be done by 

a  qualified  service  person  well 

trained in the installation of such 

appliances. You will also need a 

building  permit  from  your  local 

Building and Safety Commissioner 

before  installing  this  appliance; 

otherwise your insurance compa

-

ny may not cover this appliance.

NOTICE: This appliance is not 

intended to be used as a primary 

source of heat.

SELECTING LOCATION

To determine the safest and most efficient location 

for your appliance, you must take into consider-

ation the following guidelines:
1.  The location must allow for proper clearances 

(see 

Clearances, 

page 6). 

Note:

 This decora-

tive appliance is not designed for outdoor 

installation.

2.  The location should be in a place where drafts, 

air conditioning ducts, windows or doors will 

not affect fireplace heat output.

3.  A  location  that  avoids  the  cutting  of  joists 

or roof rafters will make installation easier. 

Figure 2 shows a typical three-sided fireplace 

installation.

IMPORTANT:

 Side openings must be located at 

least 3 feet from facing wall or combustible mate-

rial. End opening must be located at least 1 foot 

from facing wall or combustible material.

Existing 

Side 

Wall

4" From Opening to 

Perpendicular Wall

Access 

Control Panel

Summary of Contents for GL36PN

Page 1: ...ance 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 Immediatelycallyourgassupplierfromaneighbor 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 quali fied installer service agency or the gas supplier WA...

Page 2: ...ow to install and maintain your appliance it also con tains information that will enable you to obtain replace ment parts or optional accessory items when needed Keep it with your other important papers This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indi cated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Information 3 Dimensions 4 Int...

Page 3: ...ly for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This ap pliance is not convertible for use with other gases 2 For propane LPfireplace donotplacepropane LP supply tank s inside any structure Locate propane LPsupplytank s outdoors Toprevent performance problems do not use propane LP fuel tank of less than 100 lbs capacity 3 If you smell gas shut off gas supply do not try to light any a...

Page 4: ...uate clearancesaroundairopeningsintothecombus tion chamber along with adequate accessibility clearance for servicing and proper operation SAFETY INFORMATION Continued 16 Do not install fireplace directly on carpeting vinyl tile or any combustible material other than wood The fireplace must set on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the fireplace 17 Do not use fireplace if a...

Page 5: ...C Installation and or operation in a manner other than instructed in this manual D The burning of anything other than the type of gas approved for use in this gas appliance 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 Theinstallationmustconformwithlocalcodesor in the absenc...

Page 6: ...ollowing precautions must be observed 1 Do not connect this appliance to a chimney system used for a solid fuel burning fire place 2 Install in an area providing ventilation and adequate combustion air 3 Due to high temperatures do not locate this appliance in high traffic areas or near furniture and draperies 4 Never obstruct the front opening of the appli ance or the flow of combustion and venti...

Page 7: ...ON A6 B 1 type gas vent pipe is a double wall vent ing system not supplied which must be installed during rough framing of the appliance Any B 1 type gas vent system may be used for proper vent ing as long as the vent system is installed per the vent manufacturer s recommendations FMI PRODUCTS LLC supplies this appliance with a tapered starter pipe for a snug fit Slide B 1 type vent pipe over this...

Page 8: ... to a regular 120v power source Gas valve will be damaged be yond repair Wall Switch Installation 1 Remove the J box cover plate from side of appliance s outer surround 2 Connect the 18 ga millivolt wire and wall switch not supplied connect wiring per wir ing diagram see Figure 11 For more detail see Wiring Diagrams on page 16 Note If any of the original 15 feet supplied wire must be replaced use ...

Page 9: ...d to the unit when field converting See Specifications page 15 when derating The gas control valve is secured to the burner pan assembly underneath the front ledge A 1 8 NPT plugged tapping is provided on the gas control valve for a test gauge connection immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the ap pliance see Figures 13 and 14 Figure 12 Wiring Through Outer Surround Figure 13 Milli...

Page 10: ...e installation is completed Afterensuringthatthegasvalve is on apply a commercial leak detection solution to all con nections and joints If bubbles appear leaks can be detected and corrected Donotuseanopenflameforleak testing and do not operate any appliance if a leak is detected Typical Exterior Wall Gas Shutoff Installation Key Extension Shutoff Valve FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Figure 15 T...

Page 11: ...e Facing Material Figure 18 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Millivolt Assembly Figure 19 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Electronic Assembly BURNER FLAME ADJUSTMENT The air shutter located at the base of the main burner tube has been factory preset to the proper air to bas ratio which results in a long blue cleaner burning flame see Figure 20 If readjustment is necessary loosen the air shut ter screw and ...

Page 12: ...FT your left as you face the fireplace moves glass door s top inner corner UP moving spring clip to the RIGHT moves glass door s top inner corner DOWN c When door alignment is satisfactory use Phillips screwdriver to retighten spring clip screw WARNING When fireplace is in operation both sets of cabinetdoorsoneachsideofthe fireplace must be either FULLY OPEN or FULLY CLOSED If not a fire hazard ma...

Page 13: ...r burning logs will give off a paper burning smell Orange flame will also be pres ent Open window to vent smell This will only last a few hours 1 STOP Read the safety information column 1 2 Turn wall switch to the OFF position 3 Turn off all electric power to the appliance 4 Open control access panel 5 Push in gas control knob and turn clock wise to the OFF position see Figure 23 Note It is recomm...

Page 14: ... turn the gas control knob Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand don t try to repair it call a qualified service tech nician or gas supplier Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion D 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 sys...

Page 15: ... logs clean by vacuuming or brushing at least twice a year Take care not to alter the set tings on the pilot assembly Do not use abrasive liquids or cleaners for cleaning glass doors and trims Any household glass cleaner should suffice Do not clean doors when hot Allow appliance to cool before cleaning TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about installation operation or troubleshooting...

Page 16: ... AC INCOMING OR BREAKER FUSE BOX OFF ON SUPPLIED WALL SWITCH GREEN BLACK WHITE 120v 60Hz 0 7A ELECTRICAL RATING BLACK WHITE GREEN OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR PILOT IGNITOR PV GND PV MV TR MV TH IGN WALL SWITCH NOT SUPPLIED DO NOT CONNECT N C SW HEAT LIMIT SWITCH TH TP TP TH WALL SWITCH SUPPLIED TO 120V THERMOPILE PILOT IGNITOR O FF P I L O T ON PILOT SAFETY WIRE MAIN GAS INCOMING SUPPLY WALL SW...

Page 17: ...control valve 1 Wall switch wires defective 2 Thermopile or sensor not generating sufficient voltage 1 Pilot flame may be too low causing safety pilot to drop out 1 Millivolt output on thermo pile too high REMEDY 1 Check to see if you have gas supply 2 Hold regulator control valve in the PILOT position for 2 to 3 minutes to purge air If you smell gas stop and wait for a few minutes before trying t...

Page 18: ... current is being sent back to regulator 2 If valve knob and wall switch are in the ON position prob able defective control valve 1 Wall switch wires defective 2 Thermocouple generator or sensor not generating suf ficient voltage 1 Pilot flame may be too low causing safety pilot to drop out 1 Output on flame sensor too high REMEDY 1 Check to see if you have gas supply 2 Remove debris and dirt in s...

Page 19: ...els ORIFICE Natural Gas 23105 Propane LP Gas 23106 For use with all models WALL SWITCH KIT 22180 Wall Switch 14112 Cover Plate 14113 For use with all models IGNITION CONTROL 110286 01 For use with all models GAS VALVE CONVERSION KIT Millivolt Propane LP Gas PC GL36 Millivolt Natural Gas NC GL36 Electronic Propane LP Gas PC GL36E Electronic Natural Gas NC GL36E CABINET STYLE DOOR KIT Brushed Brass ...

Page 20: ...product and or FMI PRODUCTS LLC who will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty Travel handling transportation diagnostic material labor and incidental costs associated with warranty repairs unless expressly covered by this warranty are not reimbursable under this warranty and are the responsibility of the owner Excluded fro...

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