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Heatilator  •  BCBV36  •  4008-033 • Rev P  •  8/12

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Table of Contents

A.  Congratulations 

2

B.  Warranty 

4

1 Listing and Code Approvals 

 

A.  Appliance Certification 

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B.  Tempered Glass Specifications 

6

C.  BTU Specifications 

6

D.  High Altitude Installations 

6

E.  Non-Combustible Materials Specification 

6

F.  Combustible Materials Specification 

6

G.  Electrical Codes 

6

User Guide

2 Operating Instructions 

 

A.  Gas Fireplace Safety 

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B.  Your Fireplace 

7

C.  Clear Space 

8

D.  Decorative Doors and Fronts 

8

E.  Remote Controls, Wall Controls and Wall Switches 8

F.  Outside Air (optional) 

8

G.  Before Lighting Fireplace 

8

H.  Lighting Instructions (IPI) 

9

I.  Lighting Instructions (Standing Pilot) 

10

J.  After Fireplace is Lit 

11

K.  Flame Adjustment Control 

11

L.  Frequently Asked Questions 

11

3 Maintenance and Service 

 

A.  Maintenance Tasks-Homeowner 

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Installer Guide

4 Getting Started 

 

A.  Typical Appliance System 

14

B.  Design and Installation Considerations 

15

C.  Tools and Supplies Needed 

15

D.  Inspect Appliance and Components 

15

E.  Negative Pressure 

16

5 Framing and Clearances 

 

A.  Select Appliance Location 

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B.  Construct the Appliance Chase 

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C.  Clearances 

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D.  Mantel and Wall Projections 

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6 Termination Locations 

 

A.  Vent Termination Minimum Clearances 

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7 Vent Information and Diagrams 

 

A.  Vent Guidelines 

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B.  Vent System Configuration 

21

8 Vent Clearances and Framing 

 

A.  Pipe Clearances to Combustibles 

22

B.  Wall and Ceiling Penetration Framing 

22

C.  Vertical Penetration Framing 

22

9 Appliance Preparation 

 

A.  Install Outside Air Kit Damper Assembly 

23

B.  Gas and Electrical Connections 

23

C.  Secure and Level the Appliance 

23

10 Installing Vent Pipe 

 

A.  Assembly of Vent Sections 

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B.  Attach Vent to Firebox 

24

C.  Secure Vent Sections 

24

D.  Install Attic Insulation Shield 

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11 Gas Information 

 

A.  Fuel Conversion 

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B.  Gas Pressure 

25

C.  Gas Connection 

25

D.  High Altitude Installations 

25

12 Electrical Information 

 

A.  Wiring Requirements 

26

B.  Standing Pilot Ignition System Wiring 

26

C.  Intellifire Ignition System Wiring 

26

D.  Optional Accessories Requirements 

26

E.  Electrical Service and Repair 

27

F.  Junction Box Installation 

28

13 Finishing 

 

A.  Mantel and Wall Projections 

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B.  Facing Material 

29

14 Appliance Setup 

 

A.  Remove the Shipping Materials 

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B.  Place the Control Access Panel 

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D.  Accessories 

30

E.  Install the Refractory 

30

F.  Place

 the Lava Rock 

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G.  Place the Vermiculite 

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H.  Place the Rockwool 

31

I.  Log Removal/Replacement 

31

J.  Hood 

32

K.  Air Shutter Setting 

32

15 Troubleshooting 

 

A.  Standing Pilot Ignition System 

33

B.  Intellifire Ignition System 

35

16 Reference Materials 

 

A.  Appliance Dimension Diagram 

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B.  Service Parts List  

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C.  Optional Components 

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D.  Contact Information 

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Summary of Contents for B-Vent Gas Fireplace BCBV36

Page 1: ...gas supplier WARNING If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death In the Commonwealth of Massachuse...

Page 2: ...Your new Heatilator gas fireplace will give you years of durable use and trouble free enjoyment Welcome to the Heatilator family of fireplace products We recommend that you record the following perti...

Page 3: ...iance Location 17 B Construct the Appliance Chase 17 C Clearances 18 D Mantel and Wall Projections 19 6 Termination Locations A Vent Termination Minimum Clearances 20 7 Vent Information and Diagrams A...

Page 4: ...the case of new home construction warranty coverage begins on the date of first occupancy of the dwelling or six months after the sale of the product by an independent authorized HHT dealer distribut...

Page 5: ...in surface finishes as a result of normal use As a heating appliance some changes in color of interior and exterior surface finishes may occur This is not a flaw and is not covered under warranty Dam...

Page 6: ...A PRIMARY HEAT SOURCE This appliance is tested and approved as either supplemental room heat or as a decorative appliance It should not be fac tored as primary heat in residential heating calculations...

Page 7: ...AND cool down Hot glass will cause burns DO NOT touch glass until it is cooled NEVER allow children to touch glass Keep children away CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as fireplace Alert child...

Page 8: ...eplace to overheat For more information refer to the instructions supplied with your decorative door or front E Remote Controls Wall Controls and Wall Switches Follow the instructions supplied with th...

Page 9: ...igh surface temperatures keep children clothing and furniture away Keep burner and control compartment clean See installation and operating instructions accompanying the appliance WARNING If you do no...

Page 10: ...rniture away Keep burner and control compartment clean See installation and operating instructions accompanying the appliance WARNING If you do not follow these instructions exactly a fire or explosio...

Page 11: ...used near the appliance These circumstances may require additional curing related to the installation environment Film on the glass This is a normal result of the curing process of the paint and logs...

Page 12: ...by a qualified service technician Doors Surrounds Fronts Frequency Annually By Homeowner Tools needed Protective gloves stable work surface Assess condition of screen and replace as necessary Inspect...

Page 13: ...eeded Protective gloves sandpaper steel wool cloths mineral spirits primer and touch up paint Inspect for paint condition warped surfaces corrosion or perforation Sand and repaint as necessary Replace...

Page 14: ...red Optional Wall Switch Vertical Termination Cap Storm Collar Attic insulation shield not shown must be used here to keep insulation away from vent pipe if attic is insulated Vent pipe penetrates roo...

Page 15: ...fully during the installation to ensure maximum safety and benefit WARNING Risk of Fire or Explosion Damaged parts could impair safe operation DO NOT install damaged incomplete or substitute component...

Page 16: ...the intake on the side of the house towards prevailing winds during the heating season Ensure adequate outdoor air is supplied for combustion appliances and exhaust equipment Ensure furnace and air co...

Page 17: ...vertical box like structure built to enclose the gas appliance and or its vent system In cooler climates the vent should enclosed inside the chase NOTICE Treatment of ceiling firestops and wall shiel...

Page 18: ...nstall appliance on hard metal or wood surfaces extending full width and depth DO NOT install directly on carpeting vinyl tile or any combustible material other than wood WARNING Risk of Fire Maintain...

Page 19: ...2 35 1 2 in minimum to ceiling 0 3 12 1 2 D Mantel and Wall Projections WARNING Risk of Fire Comply with all minimum clear ances as specified Framing or finishing material closer than the minimums lis...

Page 20: ...ocations Fire Risk Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as specified DO NOT pack air space with insulation or other materials Failure to keep insulation or other materials away from vent pipe may c...

Page 21: ...acturer s installation guidelines when installing the appliance B Vent System Configuration CAUTION Risk of Fire ALL vent configuration specifi cations MUST be followed This product is tested and list...

Page 22: ...s instructions to provide adequate clear ances Use same size framing materials as those used in the wall or ceiling construction Firestop spacers must be used in wall and ceiling penetrations per the...

Page 23: ...e sharp WARNING Risk of Fire Asphyxiation DO NOT draw out side combustion air from Wall floor or ceiling cavity Enclosed space such as an attic or garage Close proximity to exhaust vents or chimneys F...

Page 24: ...o Firebox C Secure Vent Sections Secure vent sections with vent supports following B vent manufacturer s instructions WARNING Risk of Fire or Explosion Use vent run supports per vent manufacturer s in...

Page 25: ...damage valve Low pressure may cause explosion Verify inlet pressures Verify minimum pressures when other household gas appliances are operating Install regulator upstream of valve if line pressure is...

Page 26: ...eries before using the transformer and unplug the transformer before installing the batteries Battery polarity must be correct or module damage will occur D Optional Accessories Requirements This appl...

Page 27: ...s Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation Verify proper operation after servicing Figure 12 3 Intellifire Pilot Ignition IPI Wiring Diagram Figure 12 2 Standing Pilot Ignition Wiring...

Page 28: ...ttaching the junction box to the appliance the heat shield supplied with your appliance must be installed Insert the top flange of the heat shield through the electrical knockout hole from the inside...

Page 29: ...r Wall Projections Accept able on both sides of opening Mantel Legs or Wall Projections B Facing Material Metal front faces may be covered with non combustible materials only Facing and or finishing m...

Page 30: ...Section 16 F Place the Lava Rock Place lava rock on top of control access panel in front of under and around the burner See Figure 14 3 Figure 14 2 Control Access Panel Installation Removal E Install...

Page 31: ...e burner Do not pack tightly against the burner Figure 14 4 Placing the Vermiculite Figure 14 5 Placing the Rockwool I Log Removal Replacement Remove the lava rock from the appliance and save Remove t...

Page 32: ...shutter to the right to open Rotate the air shutter to the left to close Tighten the set screw NOTICE If sooting occurs provide more air by opening the air shutter Figure 14 10 Air Shutter Location J...

Page 33: ...ocouple connection at the gas valve is fully inserted and tight hand tighten plus 1 4 turn Verify proper voltage output from the thermocouple to the valve Place one millivolt meter lead wire on the th...

Page 34: ...for damage Replace repair improperly assembled pipe sections D Glass installed improperly Check to ensure glass is installed properly Replace glass panel assembly E Thermopileorthermocouple Replace p...

Page 35: ...mer is installed and plugged into module Check voltage of transformer under load at spade connection on module with ON OFF switch in ON position Acceptable readings of a good transformer are between 3...

Page 36: ...ion from flame sensing rod to white sensor wire Clean flame sensing rod with emery cloth to remove any contaminants that may have accumulated on flame sensing rod Verify continuity with a multimeter w...

Page 37: ...2 1 4 in 57 mm Electrical Access Gas Line Access 7 1 4 in 184 mm Outside Air Gas Line Access 7 in 178 mm 7 1 4 in 184 mm 11 7 8 in 302 mm 8 1 8 in 206 mm 2 in 51 mm 21 3 4 in 552 mm 11 in 279 mm 18 3...

Page 38: ...Heatilator BCBV36 4008 033 Rev P 8 12 38...

Page 39: ...Heatilator BCBV36 4008 033 Rev P 8 12 39...

Page 40: ...Heatilator BCBV36 4008 033 Rev P 8 12 40...

Page 41: ...HTL Battery Operated Remote Control Standing Pilot SMART STAT HTL Remote Control with Thermostat Control SMART BATT HTL Battery Operated Remote Control with Thermostat Control DCKN Propane to Natural...

Page 42: ...ts continued E D A C B Catalog A B C D E LDS BV in 26 12 1 2 15 1 2 22 23 mm 660 318 394 533 584 LDS BV Decorative Shroud 20 in 508 mm 17 in 432 mm 9 3 8 in 238 mm TCG375 Terra Cotta Cap See your Heat...

Page 43: ..._____________________________________________________________________________ This product may be covered by one or more of the following patents United States 4593510 4686807 4766876 4793322 4811534...

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