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Installation (for qualified installers only)

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© Travis Industries

4/23/2021 - 1449

Radiant Large GSB2

Vent Connector Removal and Installation (continued)

The vent connector slides back and disengages from the three tabs on top of the insert.

Connect the flex vent (exhaust and intake) to the vent connector (use self-drilling screws or hose clamps).

“I” Intake

“E” Exhaust

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Summary of Contents for Radiant Plus GSB2 Small

Page 1: ...TIL 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 LIsted by Omni Test Laboratories Inc Report 0028GN101S ANSI Z21 88 2016 CSA 2 33 2016 Direct Vent Fireplace Insert Residential or Mobile Home This appliance may be...

Page 2: ...nd enjoyment from your heater Important Information No other Radiant Insert has the same serial number as yours The serial number is attached to the appliance near the gas control valve This serial number will be needed in case you require service of any type Model Radiant Plus GSB2 Large Serial Number Purchase Date Purchased From Register your warranty online at traviswarranty com Save Your Bill ...

Page 3: ...Connector Removal and Installation continued 19 Surround Panel Installation 22 Glass Frame Removal and Installation 23 Glass Frame Removal and Installation continued 24 Face Installation 25 Log Installation 26 Rock Wool Placement 29 Ember Placement 29 Steps for Finalizing the Installation 30 Battery Installation 30 Air Shutter Adjustment 31 Before You Begin 32 Location of Controls 32 Starting the ...

Page 4: ...appliance may be installed 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 The venting must not be connected to a chimney flue serving a separate solid fuel burning appliance Notify your insurance company before hooking up this fireplace The instructi...

Page 5: ... valve is usually next to the gas meter or propane tank and requires a wrench to shut off 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 If the barrier becomes damaged the barrier shall be replaced with the manufacturer s barrier for this appliance Clothing...

Page 6: ...Wood Burning Fireplace Natural Gas or Propane Heating Specifications Natural Gas Propane Approximate Heating Capacity in square feet 500 1 650 500 1 650 Maximum BTU Input Per Hour 33 000 31 000 Heating capacity will vary with floor plan insulation and outside temperature Dimensions Electrical Specifications for optional blower Blower Electrical Rating 120 Volts 60 Hz Max 0 55 Amps Fuel This heater...

Page 7: ... LP All exhaust gases must be vented outside the structure of the living area Combustion air is drawn from outside the living area structure Notify your insurance company before hooking up this heater The requirements listed below are divided into sections All requirements must be met simultaneously The order of installation is not rigid the qualified installer should follow the procedure best sui...

Page 8: ...izing Minimum Height 23 3 4 604mm Minimum Width 31 788mm Minimum Depth 15 381mm Hearth Extension 0 0mm The gas line should be installed prior to installing the heater For tight fits under 28 see the section Removing the Vent Connector See Leveling Legs for details on leveling the heater Fireplace Converted Tag see details below Fireplace Converted Tag The fireplace must be permanently marked to in...

Page 9: ...Firebox floor removal is not covered under the appliance safety standard ANSI Z21 88 CSA 2 33 used in the safety certification of this appliance however this method has been tested by Travis Industries and it has been determined to be safe following the instructions below Before installing the appliance using this method contact the Authority Having Jurisdiction to determine if this installation i...

Page 10: ...ts Route the power cord out in front of the appliance Plug the power cord into a grounded 120 Volt outlet do not remove the grounding pin The electrical connection may also be made using the optional Wiring Kit SKU 97200315 The 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 or the...

Page 11: ...mm m Top Facing non combustible 38 966mm n Mantel combustible or non combustible 36 1 2 928mm x Hearth Extension 0 0mm The non combustible top facing must extend 38 966mm above the base of the insert or to the bottom of the mantel whichever is less The combustible area above the non combustible facing must not protrude more than 3 4 20mm from the facing If it does it is considered a mantel and mus...

Page 12: ... 204mm mantel depth b Minimum Mantel Depth 8 204mm Minimum mantel depth must be 8 204mm to allow heat to dissipate If using a mantel larger than 8 204mm make sure to adjust the mantel height a to meet the mantel clearance see mantel requirements on page 11 for details The mantel must extend 2 in front of the television and 1 to both sides If you have a television that is greater than 6 deep includ...

Page 13: ... during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1 2 psig For pressures under 1 2 psig isolate the gas supply piping by closing the manual shutoff valve Leak test all gas line joints and the gas control valve prior to and after starting the heater This heater is designed either for natural gas or for propane but not for both Check the sticker on the top of the gas control...

Page 14: ...n bending it into chimney offsets When installed the vent must meet all of the vent manufacturer s requirements Use the following vent 3 UL 441 or 1777 Gas Liner for Exhaust and Air Inlet Duravent Chimney Liner Termination use one of the three listed below Prairie Cap with Flashing included in kit shown above High Wind Vertical Cap with 3 3 Co Linear Connection 3 3 Co Linear to 6 5 8 Co Axial Adap...

Page 15: ...mine over drafting More importantly do not over restrict the insert This leads to ghosting or lifting flames a very unstable condition for both the burner and pilot Reduce the restrictor setting if this occurs If restrictor adjustment is required make sure to make the adjustment one step at a time Wait a minimum of 5 minutes after burner ignition to monitor flame quality Restrictor Adjustment To a...

Page 16: ...16 Installation for qualified installers only Travis Industries 4 23 2021 1449 Radiant Large GSB2 Vent Installation Secure the vent to the fireplace insert and termination kit using screws Vent Location ...

Page 17: ...safety standard ANSI Z21 88 CSA 2 33 used in the safety certification of this appliance The safety certification does not apply to this installation Before installing the appliance using this method contact the Authority Having Jurisdiction to determine if this installation is acceptable in your area This type of installation requires a minimum chimney cross section of 48 square inches ...

Page 18: ...t until the vent connector is at the same height as the insert Temporarily attach the flex vent to the top of the chimney leave extra slack 4 Slide the insert into place guiding the vent connector into the guides on top of the insert 5 Attach the vent connector to the appliance see the following page for details 6 Remove any excess slack in the flex line and attach the vent termination Altitude Co...

Page 19: ...9 Radiant Large GSB2 Vent Connector Removal and Installation continued The vent connector slides back and disengages from the three tabs on top of the insert Connect the flex vent exhaust and intake to the vent connector use self drilling screws or hose clamps I Intake E Exhaust ...

Page 20: ...449 Radiant Large GSB2 The vent connector when hanging from the chimney may be grasped by reaching above the insert Carefully move the connector forward making sure all 3 tabs insert through the connector Secure the vent connector to the insert using the screw removed earlier ...

Page 21: ...cation DuraVent Part For inserts that use 3 exhaust and 3 intake 46DVA HCL33 For inserts that use 4 exhaust and 3 intake 46DVA HCL34 Refer to the kit manufacturer s instructions for details and requirements for installation In addition to the manufacturer s requirements the following requirements must be met The termination center MUST be a minimum of 5 from the base of insert The termination cent...

Page 22: ...OTE The insert may be installed without surround panels PANEL SIZE HEIGHT WIDTH PART Small 30 1 2 42 96100562 Large 34 44 96100563 1 The insert should be in position with gas line and flue and intake connections attached but pulled out slightly to allow panel installation 2 Attach the surround panel to the insert as shown below ...

Page 23: ...ing the Installation 23 Travis Industries 4 23 2021 1449 Radiant Large GSB2 Glass Frame Removal and Installation The appliance must be completely cool before removing the glass Do not strike or slam the glass ...

Page 24: ... Radiant Large GSB2 Glass Frame Removal and Installation continued The glass latch can come loose from the glass frame This occurs when the latch is turned 1 8 turn when disengaged from the unit Follow the directions below to re install the latch if it comes loose ...

Page 25: ...individuals If the barrier becomes damaged the barrier shall be replaced with the manufacturer s barrier for this appliance The face includes the required barrier screen Make sure it is in place during operation 1 The insert should be in position with gas line and flue intake attached If using a surround panel it should be attached as well 2 Attach the face to the insert as shown below Face Replac...

Page 26: ...nal injury If using propane LP convert the appliance before installing the media see page 43 The burner must be correctly positioned before installing the media Make sure the burner is fully seated and the pilot is properly aligned See page 43 for details on burner removal Install the logs following the directions below Install the optional firebacks before installing the logs 1 The log stands are...

Page 27: ...adiant Large GSB2 3 The left log has two holes on the bottom Place the log so the holes fit over the two mounting studs on the left log stand 4 The right log has two holes on the bottom Place the log so the holes fit over the two mounting studs on the right log stand ...

Page 28: ...ttom Place the log so the hole fits over the left pin on the rear log The front of the log rests on the left log see picture for orientation 6 The right cross log has one hole on the bottom Place the log so the hole fits over the right pin on the rear log The front of the log rests on the right log see picture for orientation ...

Page 29: ...er The best method for applying the rock wool is to brush it on to the burner Compress a clump of rockwool between your thumb and forefinger Use a stiff brush to apply a thin layer of rockwool fibers onto the burner Do not use the entire bag of rockwool Use only a small amount and save the remainder Over use of rockwool will diminish the glow and may cause sooting or other adverse conditions Ember...

Page 30: ...eries included in the owner s pack into battery holder see illustration below The AA batteries act as a power backup in case the household AC power goes out and are required for operation The battery holder is held in place with Velcro to allow for removal Battery Installation 4 Turn on gas to the heater Leak test all gas joints prior to starting the appliance Start the pilot to verify gas supply ...

Page 31: ... no sooting Adjust the air shutter if necessary to achieve the correct looking flame 10 Attach the face 11 Adjust the flame to its highest position the flames should not contact the top of the firebox Check the flame on low position The flames should burn off of each burner hole If the heater does not work correctly contact your Travis dealer for a remedy 12 Give this manual to the home owner for ...

Page 32: ... This valve shuts off gas to the insert On Off Switch This control is used to turn the heater on and off Continuous Intermittent Pilot Switch This switch controls how the pilot flame works continuous or intermittent pilot turns on and off with the burner See the section Continuous Intermittent Pilot for details Flame Adjust Knob This knob controls the flame height from low LO to high HI The pointe...

Page 33: ... Turning the Heater On and Off NOTE FOR OPTIONAL REMOTES THERMOSTATS OR WALL SWITCHES The on off switch on the fireplace may be disabled or left in the on or off position when the heater is controlled by a remote thermostat or wall switch Consult your installer or dealer for details Do not place any combustible items on top of or directly in front of the heater even temporarily The optional thermo...

Page 34: ...ching to continuous pilot are Very Cold Conditions in very cold conditions you may notice that the burner does not light quickly and the flames lift off the burner If this is situation we recommend you switch to continuous pilot This will create a slight draft in the vent allowing for the burner to light quickly and draft correctly Excessive Condensation on Glass After Startup certain installation...

Page 35: ...the need to reset the pilot mode during the heating season we have listed a few strategies below Option 1 Remember to periodically turn on the heater during the heating season If you use your heater for supplemental heat this may be the best solution Set a specific time once or twice per week e g 5pm on Tuesday Friday to turn the heater on for a few minutes This will reset the timer and prevent th...

Page 36: ...ng Sounds Normal Operating Odors This appliance has several areas that reach high temperatures Dust or other particles on these areas may burn and create an odor This is normal during start up You may notice the smell is more acute if the appliance was left idle for a long period ...

Page 37: ...o conducting service Cleaning The Glass The glass may be cleaned with a non abrasive cleaner To clean the inside of the glass simply remove the glass frame place it on a non scratching surface and clean the surface Cleaning the Face and Panels Use a duster to remove dust from the face and panels Contact your dealer if you wish to re paint any surfaces Heat resistant stove paint with instructions i...

Page 38: ...n if necessary Check the gas control valve and the gas lines If damage is found discontinue use and contact your dealer for service Clean the air channels ducts and blower if applicable Inspect vent and vent termination for sooting obstructions or damage Make repairs as needed Remove any debris or vegetation near the vent termination Contact your dealer if any sooting or deterioration is found nea...

Page 39: ...urn back on Contact your dealer if this occurs Optional Blower Does Not Turn On The heater is not getting electricity The heater is not up to temperature Check the breaker switch Let the heater burn for at least 15 minutes Flames Are Too Blue The heater has just been started Improper air shutter adjustment This is normal see Starting the Fireplace for the First Time Adjust Air Shutter contact your...

Page 40: ...aintenance Travis Industries 4 23 2021 1449 Radiant Large GSB2 Wiring Diagram Caution Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation ...

Page 41: ...ty Label 41 Travis Industries 4 23 2021 1449 Radiant Large GSB2 Safety Label The safety listing label is attached to the operating tag chained to the heater near the gas control valve A copy is shown below ...

Page 42: ... appliance is in transit alteration or act of God 8 This 7 Year warranty excludes damage caused by normal wear and tear such as paint discoloration or chipping worn or torn gasketing corroded or cracked logs embers etc Also excluded is damage to the unit caused by abuse improper installation modification of the unit drilling of the orifices or the use of fuel other than that for which the unit is ...

Page 43: ...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 manufacturer s instructions supplied with the kit Caution The gas supply shall be shut off prior to disconnecting the electrica...

Page 44: ...owing the instructions below a Use a 7 16 open end wrench to remove the pilot hood b Remove and discard the Natural Gas NG orifice Place the LP orifice in the pilot assembly then replace the pilot hood tightening the pilot hood until it is snug do not over tighten 6 Remove the burner orifice and discard Install the LP propane orifice 7 Reinstall the stock manifold cover LP NG 1 65mm 35 ...

Page 45: ...Leak test this area after installation to verify proper installation There is a label on the base of the regulator knob indicating regulator type NG or LP Place the included label on the valve body where it can be easily seen to insure proper identification d 9 Replace the firebox components to restore the appliance to the correct configuration 10 See the section Steps for Finalizing the Installat...

Page 46: ... WARNING Turn off gas to the appliance and make sure it has fully cooled prior to conducting service 1 Remove the glass frame and logs see the manual for details 2 Remove the fireback clips and install the rear fireback following the directions to the right 3 Install the side firebacks following the directions to the right ...

Page 47: ...the nut on the left side that holds the Electronic Controls Assembly in place see picture in step 3 3 Remove the assembly by slightly lifting the right side and slide it to the right This will disengage the main connector from the valve Once the Electronic Controls Assembly is disconnected from the valve slide it forward out of the appliance The pilot wires will still be connected and are long eno...

Page 48: ...ontrols Assembly Slide the grommet holding the pilot wires out of the rear leg on the heat shield Remove the heat shield and set it aside for reinstallation 5 Disconnect the red and black wires that attach to the battery holder by separating the white Molex connector as shown below Once the wires are disconnected remove and discard the battery holder which is held in place with hook and loop tape ...

Page 49: ...ps head screws that were removed in the previous step Connect the Molex connector from the receiver to the Molex connector disconnected in the previous step 8 Remove the green and white wires from the back of the burner ON OFF switch and attach them to the green and white wires coming from the back of the receiver Make sure the green wire is to the green wire and the white wire is to the white wir...

Page 50: ...see syncing instructions included with the remote Optional Blower Installation WARNING Do not plug the blower in until it is fully installed and grounded Do not connect 110 120 VAC to the gas control valve or wiring system of this appliance NOTE Install the blower after the insert is in place The blower is only secured with vibration damping grommets The blower will dislodge if the insert is tippe...

Page 51: ...Optional Equipment for qualified installers only 51 Travis Industries 4 23 2021 1449 Radiant Large GSB2 ...

Page 52: ...ns 6 Installation Options 6 Installation Warnings 7 Leveling Legs 10 Location of Controls 32 Log Installation 26 LP Conversion Instructions 43 Maintaining Your Heater s Appearance 37 Normal Operating Odors 36 Normal Operating Sounds 36 Order of Installation 7 Packing List 7 Pilot Fuel Conservation Timer 35 Power Outages 34 Replacement Parts List 39 Rock Wool Placement 29 Starting the Heater for th...

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