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Model RF24BN/BP

Gravity Vent Fireplace Insert

Installation and Owner’s Manual

4001003-07

Patents Pending

Manufactured by

MILES INDUSTRIES LTD.

British Columbia, Canada

www.miles

replaces.com

WARNING: If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a

or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or loss of life.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Do not try to light the 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
supplier’s instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call

the

re department.

This appliance is only for use with the type
of gas indicated on the rating plate. This
appliance is not convertible for use with
other gases, unless a certi

ed kit is used.

This appliance is a domestic room-heating
appliance. It must not be used for any
other purposes such as drying clothes,
etc.

This appliance is suitable for installation in
a bedroom or bed sitting room.

Do not store or use gasoline or other

ammable vapors and liquids in the

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

Installation and service must be performed
by a quali

ed installer, service agency or

the gas supplier.

This appliance may be installed in
an after-market permanently located,
manufactured (mobile) home where not
prohibited by local codes.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.

CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

Massachusetts: The piping and

nal

gas connection must be performed by a
licensed plumber or gas

tter in the State

of Massachusetts.

Please read this manual BEFORE installing and operating this appliance.

Summary of Contents for RF24BN

Page 1: ...n the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases unless a certified kit is used This appliance is a domestic room heating appliance It must not be used for any other purposes such as drying clothes etc This appliance is suitable for installation in a bedroom or bed sitting room Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this o...

Page 2: ...your dealer immediately Do not try to repair the unit as you may cause an injury or damage the fireplace We recommend that our gas hearth products be installed and serviced by professionals who are certified in the United States by NFI National Fireplace Institute The information contained in this installation manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing Miles Industries Ltd reserves t...

Page 3: ...ration 8 Supply Gas 9 Vent Liner Rough In 10 Appliance Preparation 10 Firebox Installation 11 Ceramic Fuel Bed Installation 13 Window Refitting 14 Remote Control Installation 15 Operation Check and Aeration Adjustment 15 Vent Check 16 Cast Iron Fret Installation 16 Owner s Information 17 Lighting Instructions 20 Warranty 21 Parts 22 ...

Page 4: ... installation manual NO OTHER vent system or components MAY BE USED This gas fireplace and vent assembly MUST be vented directly to the outside and MUST NEVER be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel burning appliance Each gas appliance MUST USE a separate vent system Common vent systems are PROHIBITED INSPECT the external vent cap on a regular basis to make sure that NO debris plant...

Page 5: ...ions above 4 500 feet 1 370 m in USA installations must be in accordance with the current ANSI Z223 1 and or local codes having jurisdiction For installations at elevations above 4 500 feet 1 370 m in Canada please consult provincial and or local authorities having jurisdiction Options Fuel RF24BN Natural Gas Installations RF24BP Propane Gas Installations Decorative Cast Iron Frets sold separately...

Page 6: ...e in which the RF24 insert is being installed NOTE The glass front and hearth are very hot Existing wire mesh screens or free standing hearth mounted mesh screens may be used in front of the RF24 insert to help minimize the chance of injury Dimensions and Clearances 17 Stand offs 3 dia Collar 4 1 2 4 1 2 1 Front Face of Cast Fret 24 Control Valve Location Top View Front View Side View Gas Inlet 3 ...

Page 7: ...packaged with the Zero Clearance Kit The minimum vent lengths are shown below For other allowable configurations refer to the venting tables in the National Fuel Gas Code Z223 1 or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code B149 1 Approved Termination Required Max 16 offset if vent height is minimal or elbow at collar of unit 3 Liner 3 min Bend Radius Min 10 feet Minimum Vent Liner Radius Allow...

Page 8: ...iron fret should the fret need to sit on top of the curb otherwise the fret will need to be eliminated or adequate room provided behind the curb Gas Line Routing Plan the routing of the gas line before proceeding Utilize the existing hole for the gas line If the factory built fireplace has no access hole carefully drill an access hole of 1 1 2 inch 38 mm or less through the lower sides or bottom o...

Page 9: ...f that system at test pressures in excess of psig 3 5 kPa The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than psig 3 5 kPa Failure to either disconnect or isolate the appliance during pressure testing may result in regulator or valve damag...

Page 10: ...er Unpack appliance Remove window Remove log pack from firebox Strip firebox down by removing Burner module 4 screws Vent plate Support Legs 2 screws per leg required when inserting into small fireplaces only 1 4 Turn Spring Loaded Fastening Studs 2 Remove Window The size of the existing fireplace cavity will affect the method of installation Smaller fireplaces particularly factory built zero clea...

Page 11: ...fter the firebox is installed 1 2 3 4 Thread thumbscrews into Support Leg Raise left hand side of firebox and slip LH Support Leg Under Fasten with 2 bolts as indicated Thread thumbscrews into Support Leg Raise right side of firebox and slip RH Support Leg Under Fasten with 2 bolts as indicated Reinstall Support Legs With the firebox recessed behind the smoke curtain of the existing fireplace rais...

Page 12: ...ns section Reinstall the Top Baffle if removed Install Top Convection Baffle Position the firebox as far back as possible within the existing fireplace to allow ample space at the front for the fret Position the top convection baffle with the threaded studs pointing downwards into the slots at the top of the firebox Slide the convection baffle as far forward as possible and tighten the wingnuts Re...

Page 13: ...urn Side Brick in front of Rear Brick Rear Brick Left Brick Rest Brick on Rear Log Support Rear Brick Rear Brick Left Brick Right Brick Install the Ceramic Log Set Carefully remove the ceramic logs from the packaging taking care not to damage them Install the logs as described below Log position is critical to the look of the fire and should be done carefully to avoid problems Drop Rear Log into p...

Page 14: ...rebox and fasten the bottom two spring loaded bolts by pushing in and turning 90 degrees If broken the glass pane may only be replaced as a complete window assembly unit as supplied by the manufacturer Note To remove the window the cast iron fret and fret retainers will need to be removed first see Cast Iron Fret Installation section Spring loaded Fastening Studs 2 1 4 Turn Ceramic Fuel Bed Instal...

Page 15: ...l receiver lid Fit four AA 1 5 V batteries Place the remote control receiver on the base of the fireplace beside the valve Fit the 9 V battery to the handset transmitter Remote control operating instructions are on pages 17 and 18 of this manual and are supplied with the remote control kit 1 2 3 4 5 6 Turn the fireplace up and down using the remote control to confirm that the full range of inputs ...

Page 16: ...esigned to maintain the required space in front of the window to allow the window to move and relieve during a hard start It is very important to ensure the area in front of the window is kept clear at all times To check vent action hold a match or source of smoke in front of Draft Channel smoke should be drawn inward Draft Channel Draft Channel Bracket secured by 2 screws RH side of fireplace Ven...

Page 17: ...also shows the current temperature Setting the Temperature Use this setting when you come in and want to enjoy a specific temperature Push the AUTO button until a number and F flash Let go While it is still flashing push the and buttons to the temperature you want Let go Your fireplace will reach that temperature and the remote will check the temperature every five minutes adjusting the amount of ...

Page 18: ...ss the TIMER button and hold it until P1 appears and flashes Let go While flashing push the buttons hour and minutes to set the time at which you want your fireplace to turn off when you leave Press the TIMER button and hold it until P2 appears and flashes Let go While flashing push the buttons hour and minutes to set the time at which you want your fireplace will turn back on in the afternoon Pre...

Page 19: ...he ceramic fuel effects When cleaning make sure that no particles are brushed into the slots in the burner Checks A periodic check of the pilot and burner flames should be made Check after the fire has been on for at least 30 minutes The pilot flame must cover the tip of the thermocouple probe The main burner flame pattern will vary from appliance to appliance depending on the type of installation...

Page 20: ...ty information above 2 Set the flame adjustment knob as far clockwise as possible 3 Turn the gas control knob clockwise to OFF NOTE The knob cannot be turned from PILOT to OFF unless it is pushed in partially Do not force 4 Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information above If you don t smell gas go to...

Page 21: ...ilation in the area or competition for air from other household equipment or appliances iii Damage due to chemicals dampness condensation or sulphur in the fuel supply lines which exceeds industry standards This warranty does not cover glass log breakage or damage to the unit while in transit The Company does not allow anyone to extend alter or modify this warranty and assumes no responsibility fo...

Page 22: ...9A 190 Series Pilot Assy NG 1 4000727 11 Thumbscrew 10 32 x 1 2 4 4000753 29B 190 Series Pilot Assy LPG 1 4000728 12A Burner Tray Assy BV NG 1 4000598 30 Electrode Nut 1 720A200 12B Burner Tray Assy BV LPG 1 4000877 31 Interrupter Block 1 4000202 13 Air shutter 1 4000657 32 Pilot Bracket 190 Series 1 4000729 14A Injector elbow NG 82 580 1 720A580 33 Thermocouple 1 4000061 14B Injector elbow LPG 92...

Page 23: ...Screw 185 NG 1 4000300 57 LH Brick Panel 1 4000667 40B Minimum Rate Screw 125 LPG 1 4001058 58 Log Set Retrofire 1 4000603 41 Inlet Connector 1 4000746 59 Rear Log 1 4000688 42 Ignition Wire 1 N A 60 RH Log 1 4000691 43 Remote Control Kit 1 4000754 61 Center Log 1 4000689 44 Transmitter 1 N A 62 Front Log 1 4000692 45 Receiver 1 N A 63 LH Log 1 4000690 46 Wall Bracket 1 N A 47 Wiring Harness 1 N A...

Page 24: ...24 Parts ...

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