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W415-0244 / A / 05.15.03
THIS GAS FIREPLACE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERV-
ICED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER to conform with local codes.
Installation practices vary from region to region and it is
important to know the specifics that apply to your area,
for example: in Massachusetts State:
• The fireplace damper must be removed or welded in the open
position prior to installation of a fireplace insert or gas log.
• The appliance off valve must be a “T” handle gas cock.
• The flexible connector must not be longer than 36 inches.
• The appliance is not approved for installation in a bedroom or
bathroom unless the unit is a direct vent sealed combustion
product.
• WARNING: This product must be installed by a licensed plumber
or gas fitter when installed within the commonwealth of
Massachusetts.
In absence of local codes, install the BGD38 to the current
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or the current CAN/
CGA B149, Installation Codes. Mobile home installation
must conform with local codes. In the absence of local
codes, install to the current standard for gas equipped
mobile housing CAN/CSA Z240 MH Series in Canada or
the manufactured home construction and safety standard,
Title 24 CFR, part 3280, or the Fire Safety Criteria for manu-
factured home installations, Sites and Community Stand-
ard ANSI/NFPA 501A in the United States.
The fireplace and its individual shutoff valve must be dis-
connected from the gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess
of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa). The fireplace must be isolated from
the gas supply piping system by closing its individual
manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the
gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or
less than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
When the fireplace is installed directly on carpeting, vinyl
tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring,
the fireplace shall be installed on a metal or wood panel
extending the full width and depth.
If the optional fan or blower is installed, the junction box
must be electrically connected and grounded in accord-
ance with local codes. In the absence of local codes, use
the current CSA C22.1 CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE in
Canada or the ANSI/NFPA 70-1996 NATIONAL ELECTRI-
CAL CODE in the United States.
FOR YOUR SATISFACTION, THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN
TEST-FIRED TO ASSURE ITS OPERATION AND QUAL-
ITY! Maximum input is 26,000 BTU/hr for natural gas and
propane. When the fireplace is installed at elevations above
4,500ft, and in the absence of specific recommendations
from the local authority having jurisdiction, the certified high
altitude input rating shall be reduced at the rate of 4% for
each additional 1,000ft.
Maximum output for natural gas is 16,735 BTU/hr at an
efficiency of 64.4% with the fan on, and 17,212 BTU/hr for
propane at an efficiency of 66.2% with the fan on. The maxi-
mum A.F.U.E. (annual fuel utilization efficiency) rating is
56.3% for natural gas and 57.8% for propane.
Minimum inlet gas supply pressure is 4.5 inches water
column for natural gas and 11 inches water column for
propane. Maximum inlet gas pressure is 7 inches water
column for natural gas and 13 inches water column for
propane. Manifold pressure under flow conditions is 3.5
inches water column for natural gas and 10 inches water
column for propane.
This fireplace is approved for bathroom, bedroom and bed-
sitting room installations and is suitable for mobile home
installation. The natural gas model can only be installed in a
mobile home that is permanently positioned on its site and
fueled with natural gas.
No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is re-
No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is re-
No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is re-
No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is re-
No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is re-
quired for the gas system operation
quired for the gas system operation
quired for the gas system operation
quired for the gas system operation
quired for the gas system operation.
Expansion / contraction noises during heating up
and cooling down cycles are normal and are to be
expected.
Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean plated parts. Buff lightly
with a clean dry cloth. The BGD38 is factory equipped with
tempered glass. The glass thickness is 3/16". Use only re-
placement glass available from your Napoleon dealer. DO
NOT SUBSTITUTE MATERIALS. Clean the glass after the first
10 hours of operation with a recommended gas fireplace
glass cleaner. Thereafter clean as required. DO NOT CLEAN
GLASS WHEN HOT! If the glass is not kept clean permanent
discolouration and / or blemishes may result.
Use only accessories designed for and listed with
your specific fireplace.
Provide adequate ventilation air. Provide adequate
accessibility clearance for servicing and operating
the fireplace. Never obstruct the front opening of
the fireplace.
For safe and proper operation of the fireplace follow
the venting instruction exactly.
Deviation from the minimum vertical vent length can
create difficulty in burner start-up and/or carboning.
Provide a means for visually checking the vent con-
nection to the fireplace after the fireplace is installed.
The fireplace must be installed against finished
walls. Do not install against a vapour barrier or ex-
posed insulation.
Vent lengths that pass through unheated spaces (at-
tics, garages, crawl spaces) should be insulated
with the insulation wrapped in a protective sleeve
to minimize condensation.
Objects placed in front of the fireplace must be kept
a minimum of 48" away from the front face of the
unit.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL INFORMATION
CARE OF GLASS, AND PLATED PARTS
