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GC150 SERIES DIRECT VENT GAS APPLIANCE

IX.  REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement  parts  are  available  from  your  distribu-
tor/dealer,  or  through  Heatilator,  1915  W.  Saunders
Street, Mt. Pleasant, Iowa 52641.

ELECTRONIC IGNITION - GC150E

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Ignition  control  identification  must  be  made.
They  are  marked  Channe l  Products  or
Robertshaw.

*

Valve  identification  must  be  made.    They  are
marked “White-Rodgers” or “Robertshaw”.

**

If any of the original wiring as supplied with the
appliance must be replaced, it must be replaced
with Type 18 ga., 105C wire, or its equivalent.

ITEM

PART #

DESCRIPTION

1

21427

Burner

2

26540

Ignitor

3

16752

Orifice - Natural

4*

21464

Valve - Natural (Robertshaw)

5

14326

90° Elbow - Brass

6

17836

Transformer Assembly

7#

15695

Ignition Control 

8

15697

On/Off Valve

9

17245

Flexible Line

10

13405

Bulkhead Union

11

31040

3/8" Burner Tubing

12

13425

Male Connector - Brass

IF CONVERTED TO PROPANE

3

14047

Orifice - Propane

ITEM

PART #

DESCRIPTION

1

15675

Hood

2

15687

Glass Frame

3

20128

Lower Face

4

15573

Glass

5

15574

Gasket

6

19196

Screen Assembly

ITEM

PART #

DESCRIPTION

1

21443

Rear Log

2

21444

Middle Log

3

21459

Front Log

4

21445

Side Logs

5

17229

Log

Summary of Contents for GC150

Page 1: ...for gas connection information Framer Please refer to page 7 for framing specifications Do not store or use gasoline or other flam mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS lDo not try to light any appliance lDo not touch any electrical switch lDo not use any phone in your building lImmediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone...

Page 2: ...ly through an outside wall or vertically above the roof line and must not be connected to a chimney flue servicing a solid fuel burning appliance 7 NEVER use gasoline gasoline type lantern fuel kerosene charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids in this fireplace Keep any flammable liquids a safe distance from the fireplace 8 While servicing this fireplace always shut off all electricity and gas to...

Page 3: ...e by a Heatilator distributor using factory specified and approved parts This product is manufactured to use natural gas and is available in propane gas In the event your appli ance must be converted to either natural gas from propane or to propane gas from natural you must use a proper conversion kit If any assistance is required during installation please contact your local dealer or contact Hea...

Page 4: ...cluding one termination cap one starter elbow 15942 one VK24 chimney section and one wall shield TK100A Trim kit antique brass finish hood and 1 louver bar TK100B Trim kit polished brass finish hood and 1 louver bar TKFFB Trim kit full face brass finish VK5 90 degree elbow VK12 12 length vent section VK24 24 length vent section VK36 36 length vent section VK48 48 length vent section VS4 Vertical v...

Page 5: ...K5 EL45 A Vent Section Actual Useable length length VK12 12 103 4 VK24 24 223 4 VK36 36 343 4 VK48 48 463 4 CV7 Vertical Termination Cap WS6 Wall Shield FS6 Firestop Spacer 15942B Starter Elbow Must be the elbow closest to unit when horizontal venting begins TA2 Horizontal Termination Kit Termination Cap ...

Page 6: ...hes water column and a maximum 14 0 inches water column See CKP Natural Gas to Propane Gas Conversion Kit installation instructions A 1 8 NPT plugged tapping is provided on the gas control valve near the outlet to the main burner immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the appliance accessible for a test gage connection Optimum manifold pressure is 3 5 inches water column for natural ...

Page 7: ...IR SLOTS ON THIS APPLIANCE CAN NOT IN ANY WAY BE COVERED AS IT MAY CREATE A FIRE HAZARD Figure 3 Finishing Materials Note If an optional fan FK4 or hand held remote control RC4 or RC5 are to be used wiring must be done prior to finishing to avoid reconstruction Note The remote wall switch must be wired prior to applying the finishing material in order to avoid reconstruction Figures 2 and 2a show ...

Page 8: ...ecific installation to the top of the appliance Secure with the three screws supplied Use only vent supplied and listed for use with this appliance and the appropriate number of direct vent sections MAINTAIN MINIMUM CLEARANCES OR GREATER AROUND THE VENT SYSTEM Do not pack air spaces with insulation or other material a Using elbows The first elbow used with horizontal termi nation must be starter e...

Page 9: ...terior wall where venting will be terminated If the wall being penetrated is con structed of non combustible material i e masonry block or concrete a 9 diameter port is accept able The hole must be positioned so the vent system will have a 1 4 rise for every 12 of run AND be perpendicular to the wall See Figure 6 The height of the hole must be located to meet all local and national codes and not b...

Page 10: ...ppliance 12 inches 30 cm mini mum K Clearance to mechanical air supply inlet 6 feet 1 8 m minimum L Clearance above a paved sidewalk or paved driveway located on public property 7 feet 2 1 m minimum Use of a CS will reduce this dimension to as low as 12 inches 30 cm M Clearance under veranda porch deck or bal cony 12 inches 30 cm minimum A vent must not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved...

Page 11: ...r space clearances around horizontal venting 3 on top and 1 on sides and bottom maximum height 40 from the base of the unit Every 1 of hori zontal run requires at least 2 of vertical rise Example a 12 overall installation height may be off set as much as 6 horizontally The maximum is 20 feet 1 Assembling vent sections Attach either a 15942B starter elbow or straight vent section depending upon you...

Page 12: ...provided using the predrilled holes The 15942B starter elbow and the vent sta bilizers have straps for securing these parts to joists or rafters Note Be sure to provide intermediate sup port for the vent during construction and check to be sure inadvertent loading has not dislodged the vent from the appliance or any vent joint Figure 13 Installing the firestop spacer 6 Marking the exit point in th...

Page 13: ...ate shut off gas valve supplied should always be used See Figure 17 Roof Pitch H Min Ft Flat to 6 12 1 0 6 12 to 7 12 1 25 Over 7 12 to 8 12 1 5 Over 8 12 to 9 12 2 0 Over 9 12 to 10 12 2 5 Over 10 12 to 11 12 3 25 Over 11 12 to 12 12 4 0 Over 12 12 to 14 12 5 0 Over 14 12 to 16 12 6 0 Over 16 12 to 18 12 7 0 Over 18 12 to 20 12 7 5 Over 20 12 to 21 12 8 0 These termination heights are necessary i...

Page 14: ...o power the unit and fan independently Detailed Picture of Junction Box A ELECTRONIC IGNITION 1 Appliance Requirements This appliance requires a 110VAC supply from a wall switch to the appliance junction box for opera tion A wiring diagram is shown in Figure 19 2 Optional Accessories Requirements Wiring for optional accessories should be done now to avoid reconstruction Note This appliance must be...

Page 15: ...se the unit to malfunction and destroy the valve and thermopile B STANDING PILOT IGNITION 1 Appliance requirements A wiring diagram is shown in Figure 20 2 Optional Accessories Requirements Wiring for optional accessories should be done now to avoid reconstruction 14 3 with ground Romex is the recommended wiring to the appliance Junction Box This allows each outlet to power the unit and fan indepe...

Page 16: ...t metal screws located at the lower portion of the glass Next unscrew the four screws located on the top portion of the glass as shown in Figure 24 Be sure to hold the glass to pre vent it from falling out once the screws have been loosened Remove the metal retaining strip which is positioned along the upper edge of the glass See Figure 25 Gently tilt the glass towards yourself and lift it out of ...

Page 17: ...d the indent on the Rear Log The Middle Log is positioned next and is placed across the Rear and Front Logs On the upper back of the Middle Log is a pin cavity which is placed on the right hand pin of the Rear Log Figure 25 Glass Removal Figure 26 Glass Removal Figure 28 Positioning the Logs Figure 27 Arranging the Logs Note The shading of the logs in this instal lation manual is for definition on...

Page 18: ...EALED STEP 16 Screen Replacement Position the screen over the glass align the screw holes located in each upper corner of the panel with the holes in the fireplace and screw into place STEP 17 Replacing the Panels Simply replace each panel by positioning the notch es located on each end of the panel in place over the pins on either side of the panel opening and press downward The panel should snap...

Page 19: ...move control access panel 3 Turn gas line to CLOSED position Do not force 4 Replace control access panel STANDING PILOT 1 Turn off all wall switches to the appliance Lower bottom access panel Turn wall switch to the OFF position or set thermostat to lowest setting Turn gas line to CLOSED Wait 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B ...

Page 20: ...een 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 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Turn off the wall switch 2 Turn gas line to the OFF position TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 3 Replace control access panel 1 STOP Read the safety information above on this label 2 Turn wall switch to th...

Page 21: ...please adjust before continuing 2 Check to see that all wiring is correct and enclosed to prevent possible shock This is done by removing the lower panel see Step 1 follow ing to access the control area 3 Check to ensure there are no gas leaks This may be done with a soap and water solution 4 Make sure the front glass is sealed and in its proper position Never operate this appliance with the glass...

Page 22: ...epeat this step again When the pilot remains lit turn the gas knob to the ON position See Figure 38 You may now turn the remote wall switch to the ON position which will turn on the main burner Initially the flames may resem ble more of a blue color but after the first 20 minutes of operation they will become more yellow Note Keep the area near the appliance clear and free from combustible materia...

Page 23: ...mmable vapors and liquids Note When first operated this unit may release an odor for the first several hours This is caused by the curing of the paint and the burning off of any oils remaining from manufacturing 2 Seasonal Shutdown When the burning sea son comes to an end the entire system should be shut down Note There may be a rocker switch on a column in the control area as well as a wall switc...

Page 24: ...n page 16 Handle glass panel with care to avoid striking or scratching it on hard objects To clean the glass use a non abrasive automotive rubbing com pound and glass cleaner Simply apply an adequate amount to the glass and wipe off per manufacturers instructions Contact your local stove shop or fireplace accessaries store for further rec ommendations Never operate this appliance without the glass...

Page 25: ...r spark Remove hands from electrode before attempting Check burner flame See Figure 41 Adjust ignitor if neces sary Be sure ignitor is secured tight into bracket and bracket is secured tightly to the unit Be sure wiring connections are tight throughout system including high limit switch Check that wiring is grounded as shown in Figure 19 Check all gas valves leading to appliance Turn to the ON pos...

Page 26: ...ctor is tight in valve A 110 volts of electricity has burned out valve B ON OFF wall switch defective C Plugged burner orifice D Defective thermopile E Burner not on orifice F Loose or faulty wiring G Faulty valve H Faulty high limit switch micro switch Remove voltage and replace valve Check ON OFF switch for proper connections Connect wires across terminal at ON OFF switch If burner comes on repl...

Page 27: ... be replaced it must be replaced with Type 18 ga 105C wire or its equivalent ITEM PART DESCRIPTION 1 21427 Burner 2 26540 Ignitor 3 16752 Orifice Natural 4 21464 Valve Natural Robertshaw 5 14326 90 Elbow Brass 6 17836 Transformer Assembly 7 15695 Ignition Control 8 15697 On Off Valve 9 17245 Flexible Line 10 13405 Bulkhead Union 11 31040 3 8 Burner Tubing 12 13425 Male Connector Brass IF CONVERTED...

Page 28: ...13416 Push Button Ignitor 7 17245 Flexible Line 8 13411 Thermopile Pilot Sensor 9 15697 On Off Valve 10 13405 Bulkhead 11 21446 3 8 Burner Tubing 12 14326 90 Elbow Brass 13 18555 Flame Sensor Canadian models only IF CONVERTED TO PROPANE 2 25661 Pilot Assembly Propane 3 14047 Orifice Propane 5 25812 Valve Propane Robertshaw Attention APPLIANCE INSTALLER Please return these Operating and Installatio...

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