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Berkshire GS2 

(with screen) 

Owner’s Manual 

 

 

 WARNING: FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD 

Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury, death, or property damage. 

 

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any 
other appliance. 

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. 
• Leave the building immediately 
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor'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 qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

 

 

 

HOT GLASS 

WILL CAUSE 

BURNS

 

DO NOT TOUCH 

GLASS 

UNTIL COOLED

 

NEVER 

ALLOW CHILDREN 

TO TOUCH GLASS

 

A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from 
the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance 
and shall be installed for the protection of children 
and other at-risk individuals.  

 

Tested and Listed by  

 

ANSI Z21.88-2014 

CSA 2.33-2014 

 

Built-In Direct Vent Stove 

 

Natural Gas or Propane 

 

Residential or Mobile 

Home 

 

 

This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket, permanently located, manufactured home 
(USA only) or mobile home, where not prohibited by local codes. 
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate.  A conversion 
kit is supplied with the appliance. 

 

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.  
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

 

 

Travis Industries, Inc. 

12521 Harbour Reach Dr., Mukilteo, WA  98275 

www.travisproducts.com

 

 Copyright 2015, T.I. 

$10.00        4141208 

100-01399 

Summary of Contents for Berkshire GS2

Page 1: ...HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE BURNS DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL COOLED NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO TOUCH GLASS A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance...

Page 2: ...ment from your heater Important Information No other Berkshire Stove has the same serial number as yours The serial number is on the listing plate chained to the gas control valve This serial number w...

Page 3: ...ss A Chimney Conversion Kit 21 Interior Masonry Chimney Conversions 22 Steps for Finalizing the Installation 23 Air Shutter Adjustment 24 Face and Glass Removal 25 Log Installation 27 Rear Log Placeme...

Page 4: ...in Manufactured Housing only after the home is site located All exhaust gases must be vented outside the structure of the living area Combustion air is drawn from outside the living area structure Th...

Page 5: ...house how to shut gas off to the appliance and at the gas main shutoff valve The gas main shutoff valve is usually next to the gas meter or propane tank and requires a wrench to shut off A barrier des...

Page 6: ...traight or Corner Placement Bedroom Approved Heating Specifications Approximate Heating Capacity in square feet 500 1 500 with blower 500 to 1 200 without Maximum Input 31 000 BTU s Heating capacity w...

Page 7: ...es and Mobile Housing This appliance may be installed in Manufactured Housing only after the home is site located This stove is designed to operate on natural gas or propane LP All exhaust gases must...

Page 8: ...may wish to adjust the stove position slightly to ensure the vent does not intersect with a framing member Fumes and smoke from the paint curing and oil burning off the steel may occur the first time...

Page 9: ...g returns to 7 2134mm The alcove must be at least 46 3 4 1188mm wide The heater must not be placed so the vents below or above the door along the sides of heater or along the back of the heater can be...

Page 10: ...itch or thermostat Warning Make sure all wiring is secure and does not contact hot or moving components The wall switch or thermostat may bypass the fireplace on off switch or be installed in parallel...

Page 11: ...r to and after starting the heater The location of the gas inlet is shown below A manual shutoff valve is required for installation it must be located within 3 915mm of the heater T Handle gas cocks a...

Page 12: ...onsult your dealer or installer if you suspect an improperly adjusted air shutter This heater has been tested at altitudes ranging from sea level to 6 000 feet 1 800 M In this testing we have found th...

Page 13: ...ilt into the appliance to control the flow rate of exhaust gases This ensures proper flames for the wide variety of vent configurations Depending upon the vent configuration you may be required to adj...

Page 14: ...01399 Vertical Terminations with Zero Two or Four 45 Elbows 10 3 1M Minimum System Height with or without offsets 40 12 2M Maximum System Height 24 7 3M Maximum Offset The termination must fall withi...

Page 15: ...ination with One 90 Elbow If using a Snorkel Termination 14 356mm or 36 915mm add the snorkel height to the vertical height snorkel terminations are used primarily for basement installations The termi...

Page 16: ...one 90 vertical and one 90 or 45 horizontal elbow If using a Snorkel Termination 14 356mm or 36 915mm add the snorkel height to the vertical height snorkel terminations are used primarily for basement...

Page 17: ...with Three 90 Elbows all vertical If using a Snorkel Termination 14 356mm or 36 915mm add the snorkel height to the vertical height snorkel terminations are used primarily for basement installations T...

Page 18: ...n for qualified installers only Travis Industries 4141208 100 01399 Vertical Terminations with Two 90 Elbows The termination must fall within the shaded area shown in the chart Use the indicated restr...

Page 19: ...ly 19 Travis Industries 4141208 100 01399 Vertical Terminations with Three 90 Elbows Two 90 Vertical and One 45 or 90 Horizontal Elbow The termination must fall within the shaded area shown in the cha...

Page 20: ...e floor NOTE Clearance in accordance with local installation codes and the requirements of the gas supplier G Minimum 48 1219mm clearance from any adjacent building H Minimum 84 2134mm clearance above...

Page 21: ...n based upon the vertical rise height see the chart on page 14 The conversion kit does not work on interior masonry chimneys Chimney Conversion Kit A 931 Metalbestos 6 I D Security Chimneys 6 I D Jack...

Page 22: ...e the equipment listed in the illustration below to install this appliance into an interior masonry chimney Maximum vertical rise is 40 12M Minimum vertical rise is 10 3M See the chart on page 18 for...

Page 23: ...firebox ensuring gas does not build up 3 Make sure the accent light bulb is in place NOTE Take care to not touch the bulb with your fingers use a cloth or paper towel 4 Install the four AA batteries i...

Page 24: ...logs and glass are in place The flames should be yellow with no sooting Adjust the air shutter if necessary to achieve the correct looking flame 10 Turn the flame adjust knob to its highest position t...

Page 25: ...f burns from the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall be installed for the protection of children and other at risk individuals If the barrier becomes damaged the barrier shall...

Page 26: ...avis Industries 4141208 100 01399 Glass Frame Removal and Installation continued The latch can come loose from glass frame anchor This occurs when it is turned 1 4 turn when it is disengaged Follow th...

Page 27: ...approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury If using propane LP convert the appliance before installing the logs see page 42 The burner must be correctly positioned...

Page 28: ...log has two holes on the bottom Place the log so the pin on the burner and the metal bracket insert into the holes on the log see photos below Right Twig Placement Place the right twig on the burner a...

Page 29: ...n the bottom Place the log so both burner pins insert into the holes on the log see photos below Make sure the log is pushed back so it sits flat Left Cross Log Placement Place left cross log as shown...

Page 30: ...tries 4141208 100 01399 Right Cross Log Placement Place the log as shown below The right cross log rests on the flat spots of the rear and the right front logs Left Twig Placement Place the left twig...

Page 31: ...for qualified installers only 31 Travis Industries 4141208 100 01399 Center Twig Placement Place the center twig on the burner as shown below Make sure it does not cover any burner holes The completed...

Page 32: ...low from the burner The rock wool works best when it is applied in a very thin porous layer The best method for applying the rock wool is to brush it on to the burner Compress a clump of rockwool betw...

Page 33: ...anation below Optional Blower Control This knob controls the speed of the optional internal convection blower that pushes heated air into the room Accent Light This knob controls the accent lights loc...

Page 34: ...Stove On and Off Use the main burner switch to turn the main burner on and off NOTE FOR REMOTES THERMOSTATS OR WALL SWITCHES The on off switch on the stove may be required to be left in the ON or OFF...

Page 35: ...owner may prefer to switch the stove to continuous pilot The most typical reasons for switching to continuous pilot are Very Cold Conditions in very cold conditions you may notice that the burner does...

Page 36: ...al Operating Odors This appliance has several areas that reach high temperatures Dust or other particles on these areas may burn and create a burnt paper smell This is normal during startup You may no...

Page 37: ...rmal The only cleaning we recommend is a light dusting when the appliance is cool DO NOT USE ANY LIQUID CLEANER OR ABRASIVES ON THIS FINISH Front Glass Clean the glass with soap and water do not use a...

Page 38: ...Check the logs for sooting A small amount of soot along the bottom of the logs is normal If excessive sooting is found the stove will require adjustment Contact your dealer 4 Inspect the burner and r...

Page 39: ...ature The blower fuse may be blown Check the breaker switch Let the stove burn for at least 15 minutes Replace the blower fuse See fuse location below Flames Are Too Blue The stove has just been start...

Page 40: ...label is on the back of the stove A copy is shown below Vented Gas Fireplace Heater Berkshire GS2 VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATER NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL 2015 2016 2014 Feb Mar Jan May Jun Apr Aug Se...

Page 41: ...the manufacturer s settings of components lack of proper and regular maintenance damage incurred while the appliance is in transit alteration or act of God 8 This 7 Year warranty excludes damage cause...

Page 42: ...checked as specified in the manufacturer s instructions supplied with the kit CAUTION The gas supply shall be shut off prior to disconnecting the electrical power before proceeding with the conversion...

Page 43: ...qualified installers only 43 Travis Industries 4141208 100 01399 4 Follow the directions below to replace the orifices ORIFICE SIZE Natural Gas LP Propane Front Burner Orifice 50 DMS 58 DMS Rear Burne...

Page 44: ...has a notch along the bottom 6 Install the LP pilot orifice following the directions below a Use a 7 16 open end wrench to remove the pilot hood b Remove and discard the Natural Gas NG orifice Place...

Page 45: ...e is a label on the base of the regulator knob indicating regulator type NG or LP Secure the regulator with the screws included with the regulator tighten to 25 lb in of torque Place the included labe...

Page 46: ...e remote Remote Control Pilot Warnings Installing batteries in the battery holder or connecting the appliance to power may automatically initiate the CPI pilot mode resulting in a lit pilot flame Do n...

Page 47: ...for qualified installers only 47 Travis Industries 4141208 100 01399 Base Wiring Diagram Caution Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and da...

Page 48: ...48 Optional Equipment for qualified installers only Travis Industries 4141208 100 01399 GS2 Remote Wiring Diagram...

Page 49: ...nel keep the screws 2 Disconnect the comfort control and battery backup wires The Comfort Control Battery Plate may be discarded or kept for spare parts 3 The component tray may be disconnected and dr...

Page 50: ...move the control panel and place face down in front of the heater keep the 4 screws 5 The internal components of the stove may now be accessed 6 Disconnect the input power near the power cord NOTE Whe...

Page 51: ...ies 4141208 100 01399 7 Disconnect the following Power 3 wires Main harness On Off wires Pilot connections slide silicone tubing up 8 Remove and place aside the base IFC it may be kept for spare parts...

Page 52: ...stock regulator spring and gasket see c below 12 The stepper motor adjustable regulator has an installation sheet included with it make sure to follow all of the directions Place the stepper motor on...

Page 53: ...the IFC is placed in location see e below Wiring the Blower to the GSR2 IFC Bypassing the Rheostat and Snap Disc Disconnect the blower power input see a below Connect the blower wiring harness to the...

Page 54: ...ut to the IFC after the IFC is placed in location see a below Wiring the Blower to the GSR2 IFC Bypassing the Rheostat Disconnect the accent light power input see a below Disconnect the two wires lead...

Page 55: ...y 55 Travis Industries 4141208 100 01399 15 Attach the following Power 3 wires make sure orientation is correct Pilot connections Make sure silicone tubing is pushed down Comfort Control connection Ma...

Page 56: ...ct the IPI CP switch from IPI CP wires Attach one of the jumper wires to the two wires Discard the IPI CP switch 17 Remove the IPI CPI switch and place aside may be kept for spare parts 18 Connect the...

Page 57: ...arness molex connector 20 Route the battery box harness through the control panel and attach to the battery box 21 Place the IFC on the component tray using the supplied velcro tape 22 Use the two inc...

Page 58: ...58 Optional Equipment for qualified installers only Travis Industries 4141208 100 01399 24 Re attach the control panel 25 Attach the battery box to the control panel using the screws removed earlier...

Page 59: ...dustries 4141208 100 01399 26 Re connect the input power 27 Replace the rear panel and restore the stove to the correct configuration turn on power and gas See the instructions included with the remot...

Page 60: ...Horizontal Termination with Three 90 Elbows all vertical 17 Horizontal Termination with Two Elbows 16 Important Information 2 Installation Hints 8 Installation Overview 7 Installation Warnings 7 Inte...

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