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Figure 2 - Typical Two Sided Fireplace 

Installation 

INTRODUCTION

Models (V)GL36CR(P)/CL(P) are decorative gas 

fireplaces that use a millivolt gas control valve with 

millivolt ignition system. Models (V)GL36CR(P)

E/CL(P)E use an electronic gas control valve with 

electronic ignition system.
These systems require a 6" B-type vent that is not 

supplied by FMI PRODUCTS, LLC. For installa-

tion 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.

If you are uncertain as to what gas your unit is ap-

proved and tested for, check rating plate on inside 

of fireplace opening or consult your local distribu-

tor of FMI PRODUCTS, LLC products.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Before beginning the installation of your appli-

ance, read these instructions through completely.
This FMI PRODUCTS, LLC appliance and its 

approved  components  are  safe  when  installed 

according to this installation manual and are oper-

ated 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  and 

repair should be done by a quali

-

fied service person.  The appliance 

should  be  inspected  before  use 

and at least annually thereafter by 

a qualified service person. More 

frequent cleaning may be required 

due to excessive lint from carpet

-

ing,  bedding  etc.  It  is  important 

that  the  control  compartments, 

burners and circulating air systems 

be kept clean.

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).

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 two-sided fireplace 

installation.

Existing 

Side 

Wall

4" From Opening to 

Perpendicular Wall

Access 

Control Panel

Summary of Contents for (V)gl36cl(e)

Page 1: ...ighbor 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 INSTALLER Leave this manual with the appliance CONSUMER Retain this manual for future reference WARNING If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly a fire or ...

Page 2: ...lified installer service agency or the gas supplier NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL CHECK LOCAL CODES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION SAVE THIS BOOK This book is valuable In addition to instructing you on how 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 ...

Page 3: ...nly 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 ...

Page 4: ...esaroundairopeningsintothecombus 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 any part has b...

Page 5: ... 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 Theinst...

Page 6: ...d 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 ventilation air Keep control compartments...

Page 7: ...tallation 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 ov...

Page 8: ...s are supplied with a wall switch kit for ready connection and mounting CAUTION Do not connect the remote wall switch to a regular 120v power source Gas valve will be damaged beyond repair Connect 18 ga wires from wall switch to gas control valve terminals marked TH and TPTH or to ignition module using pigtails and wire nut connectors supplied with appliance Note If any of the original supplied wi...

Page 9: ...n extra gas shutoff valve outside the ap pliance s enclosure check with local codes where it can be accessed more conveniently with a key through a wall as shown in Figure 14 Route a 1 2 NPT gas line towards appliance coming in from back of appliance If installation permits you may alternately route your incoming gas line from bottom of appliance toward either end It is recommended to route gas pi...

Page 10: ... twigs onto alignment pins on two bottom logs see Figure 16 Fireplace Installation Continued Fireplace Facing Any noncombustible material may be used for facing glass tile brick etc as long as the proper clearances are adhered to and the fireplace open ings are not blocked or obstructed in any way See Clearances page 6 and Figure 17 Use only heat resistant noncombustible mortar or adhesive when se...

Page 11: ...NS 1 STOP Read the safety information above 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 19 Note It is recommended that you maintain the gas control knob in the full OFF position during lengthy periods of seasonal non usage 6 Wait five 5 minutes to clea...

Page 12: ...s 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 system and any gas control which has been under water OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE Duringinitialoperation of new heater burnin...

Page 13: ...sary and should be done by a qualified technician The pilot assembly is located behind the burner next to the rear refractory piece at the right hand side The thermopile in millivolt models or the sensor in electronic models should be engulfed with the pilot flame approximately 3 8 to 1 2 in order for the regulator to receive proper signal see Figures 23 and 24 Burner Flame Adjustment The air shut...

Page 14: ...and electrical power before servic ingappliance Anysafetyscreen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to oper ating the appliance WARNING Make certain that wires and gas lines are not touching underside of firebox WARNING Do not abuse strike or slam glass doors WARNING Do not operate appliance with panel s and glass removed cracked or bro ken Replacement of panel s shouldbedonebyal...

Page 15: ...ifice Size at Altitudes 0 2 000 ft 49 2 000 4 000 ft 51 For the purpose of input adjustment 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 millivolt wiring diagram Electronic wiring diagram Wiring Diagrams STEP DOWN TRANSFORMER EV2 SUPPLY INCOMING MAIN GAS EV1 TO GAS LINE BURNER ...

Page 16: ...ow causing safety pilot to drop out 1 Millivolt output on thermo pile too high 1 Defective ignitor no spark at electrode 2 Defective pilot or misaligned electrode at pilot spark at electrode 3 Low line pressure 4 No propane LP gas in tank Propane LP units only REMEDY 1 Check to see if you have gas supply 2 Hold regulator control valve in PILOTpositionfor2 3minutes to purge air If you smell gas sto...

Page 17: ... Main burner flame too low 4 Bad ignition assembly 1 Wall switch wires defective 1 Burner flame is too low or ignitor is misaligned casing safety main burner to drop out REMEDY 1 Check to see if you have gas supply 2 Repeat lighting procedure until air is removed If after repeated attempts fireplace does not light call a qualified service and repair technician 3 Remove debris and dirt in spect and...

Page 18: ... For use with all models orifice Natural Gas 23105 Propane LP Gas 23106 For use with all models Wall Switch Kit GWMS2 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 DBBGL36C Platin...

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Page 20: ...s 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 f...

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