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NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.

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Remove Tube

Regulator

Orifice

Remove Clip

Shutter

Opening

Figure 19

In Canada:

THE CONVERSION SHALL BE CARRIED OUT 

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS 

OF THE PROVINCIAL AUTHORITIES HAVING 

JURISDICTION AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 

THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE CAN/CGA-B149.1 

AND .2 INSTALLATION CODE.

LA CONVERSION DEVRA ÊTRE EFFECTUÉE 

CONFORMÉMENT AUX RECOMMANDATIONS 

DES AUTORITÉS PROVINCIALES AYANT 

JURIDICTION ET CONFORMÉMENT AUX 

EXIGENCES DU CODE D'INSTALLATION CAN/

CGA-B149.1 ET .2.

Gas conversion kits are available to adapt your 

appliance from the use of one type of gas to 

the use of another. These kits contain all the 

necessary components needed to complete the 

task including labeling that must be affixed to 

ensure safe operation.

Kit part numbers are listed here  and the fol-

lowing steps detail the conversion procedure. 

GAS CONVERSION KITS

Step 1.

 Turn off the gas supply to the appliance. 

Step 2.

 Carefully remove the logs. 

Exercise 

care so as not to break the logs

.

Step 3.

 Refer to 

Figure 19

.

Remove the burner assembly with attached 

venturi tube.

            

WARNING

This conversion kit shall be installed by a qualified service agency in 

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and all applicable codes 

and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. If the information in 

these instruction is not followed exactly, a fire, explosion or production of 

carbon monoxide may result causing property damage, personal injury 

or loss of life. The qualified service agency is responsible for the proper 

installation of this kit. The installation is not proper and complete until the 

operation of the converted appliance is checked as specified in the manu-

facturer’s instructions supplied with the kit. The qualified service agency 

performing this installation assumes responsibility for this conversion.

            

AVERTISSEMENT

Cette trousse de conversion doit être installée par un technicien agréé, 

selon les instructions du fabricant et selon toutes les exigences et tous les 

codes pertinents de l’autorité compétente. Assurez-vous de bien suivre 

les instructions dans cette notice pour réduire au minimum le risque 

d’incendie, d’explosion ou la production de monoxyde de carbone pouvant 

causer des dommages matériels, des blessures ou la mort. Le tecnicien 

agréé est responsable de l’installation de cette trousse. L’installation n’est 

pas adéquate ni complète tant que le bon fonctionnement de l’appareil 

converti n’a pas été vérifié selon les instructions du fabricant fournies avec 

la trousse.  Le fournisseur de service qualifié ayant réalisé l'installation 

assume les responsabilités liées à la conversion.

Natural to Propane Gas Conversion Kits

Model No.

Unit Type

Cat. No.

VRE4336

GCK-DB078P

H4916

VRE4342

 GCK-DB078P

H4916

Propane to Natural Gas Conversion Kits

Model No.

Unit Type

Cat. No.

VRE4336

 GCK-DB140N 

 H4915

VRE4342

 GCK-DB140N 

 H4915

Electronic Appliances

Step 4.

 

Dexen Electronic Valves

 - See 

Figure 

20 

  and the instructions provided with the kit. 

Remove and discard the two pressure regulator 

mounting screws. Remove the pressure regula-

tor and diaphragm. Discard all removed compo-

nents. 

Ensure the rubber gasket installed on 

the back of the replacement pressure regulator 

is properly positioned.

 Install the new pressure 

regulator using the new screws supplied with 

the kit. Tighten screws to 25 In. lb. torque.

NOTE:  Natural gas regulators are identified 

with a blue dot. Propane regulators have a 

red dot.

Step 5.

 See 

Figure 21 

and replace the pilot 

orifice as follows:  Remove pilot hood assembly 

by grasping the hood and pulling the assembly 

straight up. Under the hood is the pilot orifice. 

With caution and using a magnetic screwdriver, 

undo the pilot orifice and remove it from the 

assembly. Carefully replace the orifice with the 

one provided with the kit. Press the pilot hood 

back over the assembly. The orientation should 

be aligned as shown in 

Figure 21

Exercise ex-

treme care to prevent damage to or breakage 

of the igniter assembly.

NOTE:  Propane pilot orifices are identified with 

a countersink in the head. Natural gas orifices 

do not have this countersink. See Figure 21.

Summary of Contents for Superior Fireplaces Elite VRE4336ZEN

Page 1: ...lame 3 If odor continues keep away from the appli ance and immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department DANGER MONOXYDE DE CARBONE Cet appareil peut produire du monoxyde de carbone un gaz inodore Son utilisation dans un espace clos peut vous tuer Ne jamais utiliser cet appareil dans un es pace clos tel qu une caravane tente voiture ou à la maison Avertissement Pour utilisation à l ex...

Page 2: ...7 feet 8 inches A minimum of two 2 walls can be screened but must be open to outside ventilation Minimum screen area 64 square feet Minimum screen top height 6 feet 8 inches Refer to Outdoor Space definition below and Clearance Specifications on Page 6 These appliances are designed to operate on natural gas or propane An electronic inter mittent pilot ignition system provides safe efficient operat...

Page 3: ... REQUIREMENTS These appliances may be installed in the following USA locations with the following requirements Installation of these appliances are approved for installation in the US state of Massachu setts if the following additional requirements are met Installation and repair must be done by a plumber or gas fitter licensed in the Com monwealth of Massachusetts The flexible gas line connectors...

Page 4: ...tional drip pan see Waterproofing The Fireplace and Figure 3 on Page 5 4 Plumb gas line Gas connections should only be performed by an experienced licensed certified tradesman 5 Complete the installation finish wall mate rial surround and hearth extension to your individual taste 6 Assemble and attach optional accessories Study the three dimensional illustration Fig ure 1 to get a general idea of ...

Page 5: ...and back 1 2 13mm combustible floor 0 0mm adja centwall6 152mm ceiling 72 1829mm Refer to Figure 4 on this page and Figure 18 on Page 13 for more detail NOTE Clearance behind the nailing flange for both fireplace models is 1 2 13mm NOTE Adjacent wall considerations are for an adjacent wall to only a single side Walls shouldnotbeplacedattheminimumdistance on both sides of the fireplace Allow at lea...

Page 6: ...hall not open directly above a sidewalk or paved driveway which is located between two single family dwellings and services both dwellings Only permitted if veranda porch deck or balcony is fully open on a minimum of 2 sides beneath the floor or if the screened porch guidelines are followed Note 1 Local codes or regulations may re uire dif ferent clearances Note 2 Fireplaces in an alcove space spa...

Page 7: ... the box to ensure proper length Secure the umbilicalcordperappropriatelocalandnational electrical codes FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Step 1 Frametheseappliancesasillustratedin Figures 7 through 9 All framing details must allow for a minimum clearance to combustible framing members as shown in Figure 4 on Page 5 Also refer to Fireplace Specifications on Page 8 Headers may be in direct contact with the a...

Page 8: ...es millimeters Model No A B C 37 940 41 3 4 1061 23 1 2 597 43 1092 47 3 4 1213 29 1 2 749 1 3 4 28 1 2 724 41 3 8 1051 34 1 4 870 5 127 20 508 12 305 4 3 8 111 Left Side Gas Inlet 8 1 4 210 2 51 Model Ship Weight lbs Shipping Volume 230 lbs 38 Cu Ft Weight And Volume 200 lbs 35 Cu Ft Polaris36 Polaris42 Polaris36 Polaris42 Model Ship Wt Shipping Volume Polaris36 200 lbs 35 Cu Ft Polaris42 230 lbs...

Page 9: ...cluding Finishing Materials If Any Rough Framing Face Unfinished Shown C G A Parallel Installation Rough Framing Face Unfinished Shown Back Wall Of Chase Enclosure Including Finished Materials If Any Opening VRE4336 VRE4342 A 42 3 4 1086 48 3 4 1238 B 46 1 2 1181 46 1 2 1181 C 23 5 8 600 29 5 8 753 D 11 1 4 286 14 1 4 362 E 63 1 2 1613 69 1 2 1765 F 31 3 4 807 34 3 4 883 G 20 1 2 521 20 1 2 521 H ...

Page 10: ...nec tion when servicing controls Wiring errors cancauseimproperanddangerousoperation Verify proper operation after servicing Refer to Figure 10 for the wiring schematic for these fireplaces This fireplace is completely wired internally On the right hand side of the fireplace at the rear are four 4 wires required to connect the Battery and switch for operation Two brown wires are for the connection...

Page 11: ...opriate toolsandsealingcompounds ensurepropane resistant compounds are used in propane applications Turn on gas supply and test for gas leaks us ing a gas leak test solution also referred to as bubble leak solution NOTE Using a soapy water solution 50 dish soap 50 water is an effective leak test solution but it is not recommended because the soap residue that is left on the pies fittings can resul...

Page 12: ...hown in Figure 15 The remaining logs can be placed across the rear and base log approximately as shown in Figure 16 The exact position of these logs is not critical Due to the nature of an outdoor environment the flame will never be strictly controlled You may need to reposition the logs to get the effect you find most desirable A more detailed description is provided in the Care and Operation man...

Page 13: ...ilotflamewillengulfthe sensorandopenthemainvalve Withinseconds the main burner will light Ensure the igniter lights the pilot The pilot flame should engulf the sensor as shown in Figure 17 ELECTRONIC Pilot Hood Sensor Igniter Figure 17 Figure 18 Clearances To Combustibles 6 Minimum For Combustible Materials 12 Max 3 3 4 Max See Note 22 Min 29 Min Wall Switch 5 Min Note The Area Above The Face To T...

Page 14: ...an Cat No Model Description H4651 DPSS36 Drain Pan 36 H4652 DPSS42 Drain Pan The drain pan is used with the appliance Drain Pan 42 INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS Drain Pan Cat No Model Description H4651 DPSS36 Drain Pan 36 H4652 DPSS42 Drain Pan 42 ...

Page 15: ...selonlesinstructionsdufabricantetselontouteslesexigencesettousles codes pertinents de l autorité compétente Assurez vous de bien suivre les instructions dans cette notice pour réduire au minimum le risque d incendie d explosionoulaproductiondemonoxydedecarbonepouvant causer des dommages matériels des blessures ou la mort Le tecnicien agrééestresponsabledel installationdecettetrousse L installation...

Page 16: ...fittings before installing ensure propane resistant compounds are used in propane applications do not use pipe joint compounds on flare fittings B Retrievetheburnerandslidetheventuritube over the orifice Secure the burner in place with the clip shown in Figure 19 Step7 Reassembletheremainingcomponents by reversing the procedures outlined in the preceding steps ELECTRONIC PILOT Pilot Hood Sensor Ig...

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