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W415-0810 / 06.11.09

$10.00

INSTALLER:  LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE APPLIANCE.

CONSUMER:  RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

INSTALLATION AND 

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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Wolf Steel Ltd., 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie, ON, L4M 4Y8 Canada / 

103 Miller Drive, Crittenden, Kentucky, USA, 41030

Phone (705)721-1212 • Fax (705)722-6031 • www.napoleonfi replaces.com • [email protected]

SAFETY INFORMATION

!

WARNING

If the information in these instructions are 
not followed exactly, a fi re or explosion 
may result causing property damage, 
personal injury or loss of life.

- Do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable 
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        
neighbour’s phone.  Follow the gas supplier’s        
instructions.

• 

If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the        
fi re department.

- Installation and service must be performed by a 
qualifi ed installer, service agency or the supplier.
- This is an unvented gas-fi red heater that 
uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is 
installed. Provisions for adequate combustion and 
ventilation air must be provided.

CERTIFIED FOR THE UNITED STATES USING ANSI METHODS.

 

GVF40P 

PROPANE

GVF40N 

NATURAL GAS

UNVENTED MILLIVOLT 

SYSTEM

CERTIFIED UNDER AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS, ANSI Z21.11.2B, VOLUME II FOR UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS.

Summary of Contents for GVF40N

Page 1: ...cinity 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 neighbour 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 install...

Page 2: ...14 4 1 FRAMING 14 4 2 BRICK PANEL INSTALLATION 15 4 3 FACING 15 4 4 FINISHING 15 5 0 SEE THRU INSTALLATION 16 5 1 FRAMING 16 5 2 BRICK PANEL INSTALLATION 17 5 3 FACING 17 5 4 FINISHING 17 6 0 ISLAND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES 18 6 1 FRAMING 18 6 2 BRICK PANEL INSTALLATION 19 6 3 FACING 19 6 4 FINISHING 19 7 0 FINISHING 20 7 1 MINIMUM MANTEL CLEARANCES 20 7 2 LOG PLACEMENT 20 7 3 CHARCOAL EMBERS 21 7 ...

Page 3: ...Check with your local hearth specialty dealer for safety screens and hearth guards to protect children from hot surfaces These screens and guards must be fastened to the floor Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the heater It is imperative that the control compartments burners and circulating blower and its passageway in the heater are kept clean Th...

Page 4: ...of NAPOLEON with respect to the NAPOLEON gas heater and any other warranties expressed or implied with respect to this product its components or accessories are excluded NAPOLEON neither assumes nor authorizes any third party to assume on its behalf any other liabilities with respect to the sale of this product NAPOLEON will not be responsible for over firing downdrafts spillage caused by environm...

Page 5: ...AL INLET 41 4 61 2 321 2 RATING PLATE LOCATION 38 4 SIDED SEE THRU FIGURE 1 2a FIGURE 1 2b 36 401 2 271 2 221 8 221 8 21 2 GAS ELECTRICAL INLET 41 4 61 2 321 2 RATING PLATE LOCATION 38 38 251 8 36 401 2 27 221 8 221 8 21 2 GAS ELECTRICAL INLET 41 4 61 2 321 2 RATING PLATE LOCATION 38 38 OPEN END PENINSULA FIGURE 1 2c FIGURE 1 2d ...

Page 6: ...ance is a direct vent sealed combustion product A carbon monoxide detector is required in all rooms containing gas fired appliances WARNING This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter when installed within the commonwealth of Massachusetts Un vented room appliance shall be installed in accordance with 527 CMR 30 00 and 248 CMR 3 00 through 7 00 Sellers of un vented propane o...

Page 7: ...NPUT Is 30 000 BTU hr for natural gas and propane When the appliance is installed at elevations above 2 000ft 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 1 000 ft MINIMUM INLET Gas supply pressure is 4 5 inches water column for natural gas and 11 inches wat...

Page 8: ...mmended for use as a secondary heat source rather than as a primary source Gas combustion produces water vapour which could occur at the rate of approximately one ounce of water for every 1 000 BTU hr of gas input During the cold weather season indoor humidity levels tend to be low Consequently this water vapour can enhance the living space However if a problem should occur A Ensure sufficient com...

Page 9: ... a qualified installer Do not use open flame Move the appliance into position and secure If equipped with a flex connector the appliance is designed to accept a 1 2 gas supply Without the connector it is designed to accept a 3 8 gas supply The appliance is equipped with a manual shut off valve to turn off the gas supply to the appliance Connect the gas supply in accordance to local codes In the ab...

Page 10: ... SERVICE OR MAINTAINANCE CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE REFER TO THE OWNER S INFORMATION MANUAL PROVIDED WITH THIS APPLIANCE INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER SERVICEAGENCY OR THE GAS SUPPLIER W385 0254 MADEINCANADA WOLF STEEL LTD BARRIE ON CANADA SERIAL NUMBER GVF40 CVF400 MAXIMUM HORIZONTAL EXTENSION 2 SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR GREATE...

Page 11: ... AROUND THE APPLIANCE STAND OFFS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIR SPACE CLEARANCE MAY CAUSE OVER HEATING AND FIRE PREVENT CONTACT WITH SAGGING OR LOOSE INSULATION OR FRAMING AND OTHER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS BLOCK OPENING INTO THE CHASE TO PREVENT ENTRY OF BLOWN IN INSULATION MAKE SURE INSULATION AND OTHER MATERIALS ARE SECURED WHEN CONSTRUCTING THE ENCLOSURE ALLOW FOR FINISHING MATERIAL THICKNESS TO MAINTAI...

Page 12: ... the top extension NOTE Maximum weight tolerance is 400 lbs provided that it is evenly distributed across the top extensions of the appliance In order to achieve a counter top or bar type appearance with the minimum height allowed framing must be non combustible and may be done with metal studding attached to the heat shield sides or the upper frame of the appliance The top extension may be remove...

Page 13: ...h this appliance system When roughing in the appliance raise the ap pliance to accommodate for the thickness of the finished floor materials i e Tile carpeting hard wood which if not planned for will interfere with the opening of the lower access door and the installation of many decorative flashing acces sories 3 5 FINISHING See FINISHING section for complete instructions regarding mantel require...

Page 14: ...IN THE CAVITY DO NOT NOTCH THE FRAMING AROUND THE APPLIANCE STAND OFFS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIR SPACE CLEARANCE MAY CAUSE OVER HEATING AND FIRE PREVENT CONTACT WITH SAGGING OR LOOSE INSULATION OR FRAMING AND OTHER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS BLOCK OPENING INTO THE CHASE TO PREVENT ENTRY OF BLOWN IN INSULATION MAKE SURE INSULATION AND OTHER MATERIALS ARE SECURED WHEN CONSTRUCTING THE ENCLOSURE ALLOW FOR F...

Page 15: ...rick stone or ceramic tile may protrude in these areas It is not necessary to install a hearth extension with this appliance system When roughing in the appliance raise the appliance to accommodate for the thickness of the finished floor materials i e Tile carpeting hard wood which if not planned for will interfere with the opening of the lower ac cess door and the installation of many decorative ...

Page 16: ... FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIR SPACE CLEARANCE MAY CAUSE OVER HEATING AND FIRE PREVENT CONTACT WITH SAGGING OR LOOSE INSULATION OR FRAMING AND OTHER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS BLOCK OPENING INTO THE CHASE TO PREVENT ENTRY OF BLOWN IN INSULATION MAKE SURE INSULATION AND OTHER MATERIALS ARE SECURED WHEN CONSTRUCTING THE ENCLOSURE ALLOW FOR FINISHING MATERIAL THICKNESS TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCES FRAMING OR FINISHIN...

Page 17: ...l brick stone or ceramic tile may protrude in these areas It is not necessary to install a hearth extension with this appliance system When roughing in the appliance raise the appliance to accommodate for the thickness of the finished floor materials i e Tile carpeting hard wood which if not planned for will interfere with the opening of the lower ac cess door and the installation of many decorati...

Page 18: ...MING AROUND THE APPLIANCE STAND OFFS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIR SPACE CLEARANCE MAY CAUSE OVER HEATING AND FIRE PREVENT CONTACT WITH SAGGING OR LOOSE INSULATION OR FRAMING AND OTHER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS BLOCK OPENING INTO THE CHASE TO PREVENT ENTRY OF BLOWN IN INSULATION MAKE SURE INSULATION AND OTHER MATERIALS ARE SECURED WHEN CONSTRUCTING THE ENCLOSURE ALLOW FOR FINISHING MATERIAL THICKNESS TO MAI...

Page 19: ...necessary to install a hearth extension with this appliance system When roughing in the appliance raise the appliance to accommodate for the thickness of the finished floor materials i e Tile carpeting hard wood which if not planned for will interfere with the opening of the lower access door and the installation of many decorative flashing accessories 6 3 FACING See FINISHING section for complete...

Page 20: ...THE MANTEL THE PAINT OR LACQUER MUST BE HEAT RESISTANT TO PREVENT DISCOLOURATION Combustible mantel clearance can vary according to the mantel depth Use the graph to help evaluate the clearance needed The four sided top extension piece may be removed if non combustible framing is faced with a non combustible material Dashed lines are suitable mantel sizes and clearances when a non combustible faci...

Page 21: ... sits diagonally in the designated area located between logs 1 and fits tight up against 2 7 2 5 When pieces 3a and 3b are attached to create log 3 the upper end of log 3 should rest in the groove on top of log 2 The slot in the underside of piece 3b fits over 3a Place the end of piece 3b onto the pin 7 2 6 As with log 1 log 4 is also cradled by the texture of the burner cover and the pin in the b...

Page 22: ...p left and right corners of the unit LOWER LOUVRES Insert the hinge clips into the slots located at the bottom left and right corners of the unit To remove the louvres pull the back tabs of the clips forward while pushing the louvre assembly back Lift the clip HOOD Attach the hood by pressing the top flange into the clips along the top of the louvre open ing Secure using a screw through the centre...

Page 23: ...ed by removing the set screw in the centre and sliding the stand offs out of the mounting clips HEAT SHIELD STAND OFFS END HEAT SHIELD SHOWN 7 6 HEAT SHIELD STAND OFF REMOVAL Remove the backing of the logo supplied and place on the screen cover as indi cated 7 7 LOGO PLACEMENT FIGURE 7 6 FIGURE 7 7 ...

Page 24: ...ched wires by the bracket to the thermal switch Connect the opposite ends of the wires to the red and black leads of the blower harness Attach and secure the variable speed switch using the nut provided Plug the harness cord into the recepticle The wire harness provided in this kit is a universal harness When installed ensure that any excess wire is contained preventing it from making contact with...

Page 25: ...s knob counter clockwise to pilot H Depress and hold gas knob while lighting the pilot with the push button ignitor Keep knob fully depressed for one minute then release If pilot does not continue to burn repeat steps 3 through 7 With pilot lit turn gas knob counter clockwise to on When the pilot has been turned off ignition of the main burner may be delayed from 1 2 minutes When the pilot has bee...

Page 26: ...as been factory set open according to the chart below Closing the air shutter will cause a more yellow flame but can lead to carboning Opening the air shutter will cause a more blue flame but can cause flame lifting from the burner ports The flame may not appear yellow immediately allow 15 to 30 minutes for the final flame color to be established AIR SHUTTER ADJUSTMENT MUST ONLY BE DONE BY A QUALI...

Page 27: ...liquids The flow of combustion and ventilation air must not be obstructed 1 In order to properly clean the burner and pilot assembly remove the logs rocks and or glass to expose both assemblies 2 Keep the control compartment media burner air shutter opening and the area surrounding the logs clean by vacuuming or brushing at least once a year 3 Check to see that all burner ports are burning Clean o...

Page 28: ...ARD WALL SWITCH 20FT OF WIRE 3 W385 0334 NAPOLEON LOGO 4 GL 657 BGD40 LOGSET 5 W135 0284 LOG 1 6 W135 0285 LOG 2 7 W135 0286 LOG 3 PIECE A 8 W135 0287 LOG 3 PIECE B 9 W135 0288 LOG 4 10 W135 0289 LOG 5 PIECE A 11 W135 0290 LOG 5 PIECE B 12 W475 0511 END FIBRE BRICK PANEL FOR BURNER 13 W475 0512 END FIBRE BRICK PANEL FOR BURNER 14 W475 0514 SIDE FIBRE BRICK PANEL FOR BURNER 15 W475 0513 SIDE FIBRE ...

Page 29: ...55 0059 53 PROPANE GAS BURNER ORIFICE 40 W725 0030 NATURAL GAS VALVE 40 W725 0031 PROPANE GAS VALVE ACCESSORIES REF PART NO DESCRIPTION 41 ELB40PB END LOUVRE KIT POLISHED BRASS 41 ELB40AB END LOUVRE KIT ANTIQUE BRASS 41 ELB40SS END LOUVRE KIT STAINLESS STEEL 41 ELB40K END LOUVRE KIT BLACK 42 L36K LOUVRE KIT UPPER LOWER BLACK 42 L36PB LOUVRE KIT UPPER LOWER POLISHED BRASS 42 L36AB LOUVRE KIT UPPER ...

Page 30: ...BRUSHED GOLD PLATED 49 SOIG 2 SEASHELL ORNAMENTAL INSET GOLD PLATED 49 SOIKG 2 SEASHELL ORNAMENTAL INSET BLACK GOLD PLATED 49 SOIBC 2 SEASHELL ORNAMENTAL INSET BRUSHED COPPER PLATED 49 SOIBG 2 SEASHELL ORNAMENTAL INSET BRUSHED GOLD PLATED 50 ESOIG END SEASHELL ORNAMENTAL INSET GOLD PLATED 50 ESOIKG END SEASHELL ORNAMENTAL INSET BLACK GOLD PLATED 50 ESOIBC END SEASHELL ORNAMENTAL INSET BRUSHED COPP...

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Page 32: ...e gauge Replace Open window or door Use one of the methods described in ANSI Z223 1 Section 5 3 or the applicable local code Have room checked for adequate air exchange Fill the tank Service or replace Oxygen Depletion Sensor System Correct piping and or regulator to provide correct pressure Purge the gas line Fill the tank Service or replace Oxygen Depletion Sensor System Loosen and tighten therm...

Page 33: ... the test point Check with burner operating on HI Gauge should read 7 minimum 4 5 water column for natural gas or 13 11 minimum water column for propane Outlet pressure can be checked the same as above using screw B Check with burner operating on HI Gauge should read 3 5 water column for natural gas or 10 water column for propane AFTER TAKING PRESSURE READINGS BE SURE TO TURN SCREWS CLOCKWISE FIRM...

Page 34: ... W415 0810 06 11 09 14 0 SERVICE HISTORY Appliance Service History This heater must be serviced annually depending on usage Date Service Technician Name Service Performed Special Concerns Dealer Name 43 1 ...

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