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B-Vent Series
Natural Vent Gas Fireplace

Installation & Operating Instructions


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WARNING

IF THE INFORMATION IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IS 
NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION 
MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PER-
SONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.

— 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

•  Do not try to light any appliance.
•  Do not touch any electrical switch; do not 

use any phone in your building.

•  Immediately call your gas supplier from a 

neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas suppli-
er’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.

WARNING:  Improper  installation,  adjustment, 
alteration, services or maintenance can cause 
injury or property damage. Refer to this man-
ual.  For  assistance  or  additional  information 
consult a qualified installer, service agency or 
the gas supplier.

DUE  TO  HIGH  TEMPERATURES,  THE  APPLI-
ANCE  SHOULD  BE  LOCATED  OUT  OF  TRAF-
FIC AND AWAY FROM FURNITURE AND DRAP-
ERIES.
CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE ALERT-
ED  TO  THE  HAZARDS  OF  HIGH  SURFACE 
TEMPERATURE AND SHOULD STAY AWAY TO 
AVOID BURNS OR CLOTHING IGNITION.
YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE SUPERVISED 
WHEN THEY ARE IN THE SAME ROOM AS THE 
APPLIANCE.
CLOTHING  OR  OTHER  FLAMMABLE  MATE-
RIAL SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON OR NEAR 
THE APPLIANCE.
KEEP  THE  ROOM  AREA  CLEAR  AND  FREE 
FROM  COMBUSTIBLE  MATERIALS,  GASO-
LINE AND OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND 
LIQUIDS.

Models:
400BBV, 400SBV, 500SBV

62D4037  5/09  Rev. 11

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future refer-
ence.

Summary of Contents for B-Vent Series

Page 1: ...ency or the gas supplier WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration services or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this man ual For assistance or additional information...

Page 2: ...ecautions 10 Installation Planning 10 Firestops 11 Termination 11 Outside Combustion Air 12 Combustion Air Assembly 13 Fireplace Installation 14 Check Gas Type 14 Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Bu...

Page 3: ...tions 4 Never install the fireplace in a recreational vehicle where curtains furniture clothing or other flam mable objects are less than 42 from the front top or sides of the fireplace in high traff...

Page 4: ...eat exchanger fire place or any other accessory not approved for use with this fireplace 21 The fireplace is not intended for use with a thermo stat 22 This appliance must be installed with draft hood...

Page 5: ...00 feet 1 370 m GAS pressures Natural Propane LP Inlet Minimum 4 5 w c 11 0 w c Inlet Maximum 10 5 w c 13 0 w c Manifold Pressure 3 5 w c 10 0 w c Gas Specifications ORIFICE SIZE Max Input Min Input O...

Page 6: ...6 7 7 8 m m 43 6 1102 mm 624037 400BBV dims 6 152 mm Figure 2 400BBV Fireplace Dimensions and Framing FIREPLACE FRAMING Firebox framing can be built before or after the appliance is set in place Cons...

Page 7: ...D Min Rough Opening Width 656O 165 mm 13 6QE 341 mm C E F G G 6 152 mm Figure 3 400SBV 500SBV Fireplace Dimensions and Framing Ref 400SBV 500SBV A 40 1016 mm 46 1168 mm B 36 914 mm 42 1067 mm C 24ZC z...

Page 8: ...front opening of the fireplace Do not install in the vicinity where gasoline or other flammable liquids may be stored Vent pipe routing Refer to Venting section found in this manual for allowable vent...

Page 9: ...ge 5 8 Nail Flange 5 8 Nail Flange FP2019 Figure 6 Secure Fireplace to Floor and Framing Studs FINISHING MATERIAL NOTE Any remote wiring i e remote control and wall switch must be done prior to final...

Page 10: ...e appliance collar The B vent outer wall will slip to the outside of the appliance collar Do not penetrate the pipe inner line with sheet met al screws Attach the initial flue section tot he top of th...

Page 11: ...on should be considered a combustible ma terial Maintain proper clearances to all combustible materials NOTICE Treatment of firestops and construction of the chase may vary from building type to build...

Page 12: ...e the location cannot be accidentally blocked Locate assembly above snow line to prevent snow from blocking assembly 3 Never mount combustion air inlet assem bly in garage or storage area where com bu...

Page 13: ...andard pocket knife Figure 12 WARNING DO NOT remove the cover if the outside air will not be connected WARNING Do not use a combustible duct Always use UL Listed Class 0 or 1 duct material If nec essa...

Page 14: ...urner system regulator damage could occur Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 14 Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet WARNING A qualifie...

Page 15: ...f the gas to the fireplace Check your building codes for any special requirements for locating equipment shut off valve to fireplaces Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads This will pre ven...

Page 16: ...s from the gas meter to the fireplace for leaks Use a solution of 50 50 water and soap or a gas sniffer 4 To adjust flame height turn HI LO knob to HI to get maximum pressure to burner Turn HI LO knob...

Page 17: ...nly be performed by a qualified licensed electrician Main power must be off when connecting to main electrical power supply or performing service All wiring shall be in compliance with all local city...

Page 18: ...gram FP2027 REMOTE WALL SWITCH Position the wall switch Do not extend beyond the 15 of wire OPTIONAL DC REMOTE SYSTEMS These instructions replace the section entitled Hearth Mount in the Millivolt han...

Page 19: ...sooting LOG PLACEMENT Figure 19 1 Place rear log 1 on grate assembly Log should rest firmly on the two log mounting pins on the horizontal bars 2 Place bottom left log 2 on grate Rest the back side o...

Page 20: ...the fire department C Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand don t try to repair it Call a qualified service technicia...

Page 21: ...r WARNING If using a soap and water solu tion to test for leaks DO NOT spray solution onto control body DANGER Never check for gas leaks with open flame NOTE Remove any excessive pipe compound from th...

Page 22: ...the button is in the ON posi tion to light the main burner Figure 21 LIGHTING THE BURNER Depress and turn the knob counterclockwise to the ON position Fig ure 22 It will take less than four 4 seconds...

Page 23: ...ce if any part of it has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any pat of the control system and any gas control that has been under...

Page 24: ...e pilot flame must always be present when the fireplace is in operation Figure 26 The pilot flame has three distinct flames one engulfing the thermopile one engulfing the thermo couple and the other r...

Page 25: ...uum surface of the logs with a brush attachment If logs must be removed for cleaning handle carefully by holding gently at each end Gloves are recom mended to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibe...

Page 26: ...62D4037 26 BBV SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces REPLACEMENT PARTS FIREBOX COMPONENTS 4a 4b 4c 6 3 6 FIREBOX PARTS 1 2 3 5 6 7...

Page 27: ...t Refractory 1 n a 62D1017 62D2017 Optional Field Installed Accessoriesd 5 Firebrick Assembly 1 F400BBVW n a n a 6 Outside Air Kit 1 OAC4 OAC4 OAC4 7 Black Glass Door Assembly 1 GD36BA GD36BA GD36BA 7...

Page 28: ...62D4037 28 BBV SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces REPLACEMENT PARTS STANDING PILOT MILLIVOLT CONTROL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 13 2T 2I 2C 9 11 6 3 6 CONTR PARTS...

Page 29: ...3D6046 23D6046 23D6046 5 Rocker Switch 1 41D0048 41D0048 41D0048 41D0048 41D0048 41D0048 6 Piezo Igniter 1 14D0503 14D0503 14D0503 14D0503 14D0503 14D0503 7 Injector 1 62D3006 62D3005 62D3004 20H3143...

Page 30: ...62D4037 30 BBV SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces REPLACEMENT PARTS ELECTRONIC IGNITION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 8 10 11 12 6 3 6 ELECTRONIC IGNITION PARTS...

Page 31: ...h Shut off Valve 1 23D6046 23D6046 23D6046 23D6046 23D6046 23D6046 5 Rocker Switch 1 41D0048 41D0048 41D0048 41D0048 41D0048 41D0048 6 Injector 1 62D3006 62D3005 62D3004 20H3143 62D3003 62D0094 7 Burn...

Page 32: ...mocouple connection at the gas valve is fully inserted and tight Disconnect the thermocouple from the valve place one mil livolt lead wire on the tip of the thermocouple and the other meter lead wire...

Page 33: ...er ori es blocked B Check electrical connections between module and pilot operator on gas control C Check for 24VAC across PV MVPV terminals If voltage is correct replace gas control If voltage is not...

Page 34: ...air pressure A Blockage or restriction in venting ACTION A Install log set per instructions Inspect the injector and air intake area Make sure this area does not have any blockage from debris and clea...

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Page 38: ...o comply with the above requirements provided however that during said thirty 30 day period a battery operated carbon monoxide detector with an alarm shall be installed Massachusetts Residents Only Pl...

Page 39: ...he Limited Lifetime Warranty will also be void if the appliance is not operated and main tained according to the operating instructions supplied with the appliance and does not extend to 1 firebox bur...

Page 40: ...MHSC 149 Cleveland Drive Paris Kentucky 40361 www mhsc com...

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