Superior BRT40STTMN Installation And Operation Instructions Manual Download Page 1

 -  Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable 

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. 

•  Leave the building immediately.

•  Immediately call your gas supplier from a neigh-

bor’s phone.  Follow the gas supplier’s instruc-

tions. 

•  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:
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD

Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could 

result in serious injury, death, or property damage.

        AVERTISSEMENT:
RISQUED’INDENDIE OU D’EXPLOSION

Le non-respect Des avertissements de sécurité 

pourrait d’entraîner des blessures graves, la mort 

ou des dommages matériels.

 -  Ne pas entreposer ni utilizer d’essence ni d’autres 

vapeurs ou liquides inflammables dans le voisinage 

de cet appareil ou de tout autre appareil.

 -  QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE GAZ:

• Ne pas tenter d’allumer d’appareil.

• Ne touchez à aucan interrupteur. Ne pas vous servir 

des téléphones se trouvant dans le bâtiment où 

vous trouvez. 

•  Sortez immédiatement de bâtiment.

• Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de 

gaz depuis un voisin. Suivez les instructions du 

fournisseur. 

• Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur de gaz, 

appelez le service des incindies.

  -    L’installation et l’entretien doivent être assurés par 

un installateur ou un service d’entretien qualifié 

ou par le fournisseur de gaz.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.

CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future 

reference.

Installateur : Laissez cette notice avec l’appareil.

Consommateur : Conservez cette notice pour 

consultation ultérieure.

Decorative Product: Not for use as a heating 

appliance.

NOTICE: Fireplace is not to be operated by a 

thermostat.

Installation and Operation Instructions

Models

PFS

®

US

C

Report No. F14-172

Ce manuel est disponible en francais, simplement  

en faire la demande. Numéro de la pièce 900301-02.

P/N 900301-00   REV. C   05/2016

BRT40ST B-Vent Gas Fireplaces

BRT40STTMN

P900301-00

Summary of Contents for BRT40STTMN

Page 1: ...et appareil ou de tout autre appareil QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE GAZ Ne pas tenter d allumer d appareil Netouchezàaucaninterrupteur Nepasvousservir des téléphones se trouvant dans le bâtiment où vous trouvez Sortez immédiatement de bâtiment Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de gaz depuis un voisin Suivez les instructions du fournisseur Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur de...

Page 2: ...RE EL VIDRIO CALIENTE CAUSARÁ QUEMADURAS USTED DEBE NUNCA TOCAR EL VIDRIO CALIENTE LOS NIÑOS DEBEN NUNCA TOCAR EL VIDRIO L écran pare étincelles fourni avec ce foyer réduit le risque de brûlure en cas de contact accidentel avec la vitre chaude et doit être installé pour la protection Des enfants et Des personnes à risques Una barrera diseñada para reducir el riesgo de quemaduras desde la mirilla v...

Page 3: ...a chimenea en funcionamiento Supervise en forma cercana a los niños en cualquier cuarto donde haya una chimenea funcionando para impedir el contacto con el vidrio Mantenga la ropa mobiliario gasolina y otros líquidos inflamables alejados de la chimenea Aún después de haber apagado el gas las superficies de la chimenea permanecen extremadamente calientes Asegúrese de colocar las Etiquetas de advert...

Page 4: ...rier becomes dam aged the barrier shall be re placedwiththemanufacturer s barrier for this appliance For use with barrier s Part No s J7420 INTRODUCTION The Millivolt appliances have a millivolt gas control valve with piezo ignition system If any optional accessories that will require electrical power are to be installed the electrical power must be provided at the time of appliance installation C...

Page 5: ...ndards TheInstallationmustconformtolocalcodesor in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 latest edition InCanada thecurrentCAN CGA B149 1 installation code The appliance when installed must be electri cally grounded and wired in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition or the ...

Page 6: ...itude THE CONVERSION SHALL BE CAR RIED OUT BY A MANUFACTURER S AUTHO RIZED REPRESENTATIVE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE MANU FACTURER PROVINCIAL OR TERRITORIAL AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OFTHECAN CGA B149 1ORCAN CGA B149 2 INSTALLATION CODES REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COMMON WEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS Theseappliancesareapprovedforinstallationin the ...

Page 7: ...e also important Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies Figure 2 En raison des températures élevées l appareildevraitêtreinstallédansunendroit où il y a peu de circulation et loin du mobilier et des tentures Figure 2 The location should also be free of electrical plumbing or other heating air conditioning ducting Be aware that ...

Page 8: ...lly from the roof surface National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 CAN CGA B149 1 Multiple Terminations These appliances may vent adjacent to and at the same level with any other gas appliances includingdirect ventappliances providedthat thereisatleast2ft 0 6m betweentheproximal edges of the vent caps These appliances may be vented adjacent to a chimney vent servicing a solid fuel fireplace prov...

Page 9: ... See Figure 5 Mantels constructed of non combustible materials may be installed at any height above the appliance opening however donotallowanythingtohangbelowthefireplacehood Minimumclearancerequirementsincludeanyprojectionssuchasshelves window sills mantels etc above the appliance NOTE Toavoidheat relatedfinishdamage werecommendtheuseofhigh temperaturepaint rated175 Forhigher ontheundersideofthe...

Page 10: ...r anchor tabs Step 2 Page 13 Route gas supply line to appliance location Step 3 Page 13 Install the vent system and exterior termination Step 4 Page 14 Field Wiring a Millivolt Appliances The operating control switch is factory installed Step 5 Page 15 Make connection to gas supply Turn tabs down and secure to the floor with 8d nails or other appropriate fasteners on all sides of the unit which do...

Page 11: ...ce must be self supporting DO NOT use the appliance for structural support Side Nailing Flanges The fireplace should be secured to the framing at the side s and or rear of the unit using the factory provided nailing flanges Install the 8 nailing flanges as shown in Figure 8 using the existing screws Position the fireplace within the framing When required theflangesmaybebent90degreesby hand or with...

Page 12: ...19 48 1 4 1200 37 3 4 959 40 1 4 1022 41 1041 37 940 34 1 8 867 23 1 2 597 27 3 4 705 23 7 8 607 41 1041 2 51 FRAMING SPACERS Top and both sides FINISHED WALL BRACKET Front and back edge of unit top Stepped to accept drywall on all four corners 1 2 13 DETAIL OF FINISHED WALL BRACKET GAS INLET CONTROL COMPARTMENT ACCESS PANEL TOP VIEW FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW ELECTRICAL INLETS 4 5 8 118 OUTSIDE AIR SHU...

Page 13: ...d does not get inside the pipe It is recommended to install a sediment trap in the supply line as close as possible to the appliance Appliances using Propane should have a sediment trap at the base of the tank Check with local building official for local code requirements i e are below grade penetrations of the gas line allowed etc IMPORTANT Ifpropaneisused beawarethat if tank size is too small i ...

Page 14: ...llivolt Wiring See Figure 14 Install Optional Control Switch OFF ON wall switch or remote control receiver Install snap bushing onbrownwallswitchwire intocontrol switch knock out in side panel see Figure 10 Wire the optional control switch within the mil livolt control circuit as shown in Figure 14 using the 15 feet of brown 2 conductor wire supplied route wires through the snap bush ing to the op...

Page 15: ... to the left away from the fireplace The lower control compartment door on the side opposite the valve lifts on and off The millivolt control valve has a 3 8 10mm NPT thread inlet port Secure all joints tightly using appropriate toolsandsealingcompounds ensurepropane resistant compounds are used in propane applications All codes require a shut off valve mounted in the supply line The orientation o...

Page 16: ... floor Joists and under the home to a ventilated crawlspace not considered part of the living area of the home NOTE Do not terminate outside air kit in attic space under any circumstances CAUTION NEVER LOCATE INLET WHERE IT CANBEBLOCKEDBYSHRUBS SNOWDRIFTS ETC NEVER LOCATE INLET IN GARAGE OR ANY AREA WHERE THERE IS ANOTHER FUEL BURNING APPLIANCE OR PRODUCTS EMIT TING COMBUSTIBLE GASES SUCH AS PAINT...

Page 17: ...If any ports are blocked or partially blocked clean out the ports With gas line installed run initial system checkout before closing up the front of the unit Follow the pilot lighting instructions provided in the Installation and Operation Instructions manual For piezo igniter loca tion see Figure 17 millivolt appliances only NOTE Lighting Instructions are also found on the literature tag tied to ...

Page 18: ...ad volcanic stone evenly over firebox floor 6 Install Vermiculite Place some vermiculite on the firebox floor around thegrate theentirebagofvermiculitewillNOTbeused DONOTPLACE ANY VERMICULITE ON THE BURNER NOTE This appliance is provided with enough Glowing Embers for several applications do not use all that is in a new bag at one time For best glowing effect replace the ember material annually Re...

Page 19: ...g 1 Over The Burner Log Support Bracket Position The Groove At The Bottom Of Log 1 Over The Grate And Slide It Forward Against The Grate Here Position Log 2 Over The Grate Bar And Slide It Against The Back Of The Grate Here Position Groove At The Bottom Of Log 2 Over The Grate Here And Slide It Against The Back Of The Grate Place Bottom Hole Of Log 3 On Pin In Log 2 Position Grooves At The Bottom ...

Page 20: ...nd Of Log 6 Against The Notch Of Log 4 Here Two Charred Spots Face The Front Position The Groove In The Back Of Log 3 Against The Grate Rest Log 5 Against The Grate Here Log 5 Sits In Front Of The Grate STEP 5 NOTICE BRT40ST model fireplaces include barriers to reduce the risk of burns from hot viewing glass The barriers in the fireplace are screens shown right J7420 40 Models WARNING Any safety s...

Page 21: ...swing gently in towards the fireplace ensuring that the gasket seats evenly as the door frame draws shut Fasten the latch located underneath the firebox floor to the door s vee flange Close the latch securely NOTE Front Face Assembly with barrier installed must be rein stalled prior to operation Only doors certified with the appliance shall be used Seules des portes certifiées pour cet appareil do...

Page 22: ...r Clearances Figure 27 Finishing Requirements This Area Must Remain Clear of Combustible Materials Top of Appliance 1 Min 26 mm Combustible Wall Framing Spacer Clean Face Models Top of Door Frame Hood must be installed as shown Combustible Wall Framing Drywall Bracket Spacer Burner Adjustment Procedure 1 Refer to Figure 25 for proper flame ap pearance To adjust the flame rotate the adjustment rod ...

Page 23: ...tly of the burner on off wall switch it may be due to the operation of this safety limit switch First allow the appli ance to cool then reset the safety switch by pushing the red reset button on the back of the switch To access the blocked flue safety limit switch refer to Figure 28 A To access the blocked flue safety switch 1 Remove the hood by pulling directly out from the unit Remove the front ...

Page 24: ...i une télécommande est utilisée pour contrôler le foyer nettoyez la soigneusement pour éliminer la poussière et les traces de graisse ou d huile Collez l étiquette sur le boîtier de la télécommande Figure B Choisissez la langue qui est principale ment parlée dans la résidence du propriétaire En cas de doute collez l étiquette en anglais 3 Si vous ne trouvez pas les étiquettes veuillez appelerInnov...

Page 25: ...s left side to the right until it disengages from the left corner post hole Pull the door diagonally to the left away from the fireplace Remove the modesty panel by pulling the bottomrightcornerofthemodestypanelout slightly to disengage the snap fit feature lift the modesty panel by the tab on the panel s rightend pulltherightendofthepanelaway from the cabinet and then pull the panel diagonally ou...

Page 26: ...meter to the manifold side pressure test fitting and verify manifold pressure reads 3 5 water column 0 87 kPa for natural gas and 10 0 water column 2 49 kPa for propane gas Step 6 Refer to Figure 31 and remove the pilot hood assembly to access the hexed pilot orifice Remove and replace the orifice with the one provided with the kit Figure 30 Figure 31 Figure 33 Step9 Reassembletheremainingcomponen...

Page 27: ...imately1 2 todisengage and swing the panel open from top On millivolt systems the piezo igniter Hi Lo flame adjustment knob and pilot and main gas ON OFF control knob are located on the modesty panel The gas valve is located behind the modesty panel See Figure 34 Remove the bottom compartment door by sliding the hinge pin located at the door s left side to the right until it disengages from the le...

Page 28: ...enfants ou les adultes peuvent subir des brûlures s ils viennent en contact avec la surface chaude Il est recommandé d installer une barrière physique si des personnes à risques habitent la maison Pour empêcher l accès à un foyer ou à un poêle installez une barrière de sécurité cette mesure empêchera les tout petits les jeunes enfants et toute autre personne à risque d avoir accès à la pièce et au...

Page 29: ...lez l étiquette sur la surface de la plaque de l interrupteur mural quicontrôlelefoyer FigureA Choisissezlalangue qui est principalement parlée dans la résidence du propriétaire 2 Si une télécommande est utilisée pour contrôler le foyer nettoyez la soigneusement pour éliminer la poussière et les traces de graisse ou d huile Collez l étiquette sur le boîtier de la télécommande Figure B Choisissez l...

Page 30: ...f gas indicated on rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases unless a certified kit is used These appliances are designed to oper ate on natural gas or propane gas only The use of other fuels or combinations of fuels will degrade the performance of this system and may be dangerous Cet appareil doit être utilisé uniquement avec les types de gaz indiqués sur la plaque s...

Page 31: ...ring thefirsttwoweeksofusetopreventthefilmfrom baking on making it very difficult to remove See Cleaning Glass on Page 34 Orifice Sizes Sea Level to High Altitude All Models These appliances are tested and approved for installation at elevations of 0 4500 feet 0 1372 meters abovesealevelusingthestandardburner orifice sizes marked with an in Table For elevations above 4500 feet contact your gas sup...

Page 32: ... Pressure Port Main Gas Control Knob IN OUT SIT Millivolt Gas Valve Outside Combustion Air Controls Manyappliancesareequipped wheninstalled with an outside make up air vent system that is designed to provide the appliance with outside make up air for combustion when in operation The outside air control lever for the outsideairsystemisstandardonallappliances but should not be operated if the comple...

Page 33: ...tch it may be due to the operationofthissafetylimitswitch Firstallow the appliance to cool then reset the safety switch by pushing the red reset button on it A To access the blocked flue safety switch 1 Remove the hood by pulling straight out from the unit Remove the front face as sembly by pulling up approximately 1 2 and away from unit3 2 Reach between the cabinet side and the firebox side wall ...

Page 34: ...ed before initial use and at least annually by a qualified service technician inspectionshouldincludeensuringthatventing system is unobstructed and vent components are properly assembled and not damaged Homeowner must contact a qualified service technician at once if any abnormal condition is observed If the venting system is disassembled for any reason a qualified service technician should follow...

Page 35: ...onally to the left away from the fireplace Locate the latch at the top of the control com partment and disengage them from the door frame bottom vee flange pulling down on its handle to open it Installing Glass Enclosure Panel see Figure 38 Retrieve the glass door Visually inspect the gasket on the backside of the frame Gasket surface must be clean free of irregularities and seated firmly Position...

Page 36: ...e evenly over firebox floor 6 Install Vermiculite Place some vermiculite on the firebox floor around the grate the entire bag of vermiculite will NOT be used DO NOT PLACE ANY VERMICULITE ON THE BURNER NOTE This appliance is provided with enough Glowing Embers for several applications do not use all that is in a new bag at one time For best glowing effect replace the ember material annually Replace...

Page 37: ...t The Grate Here Position Log 2 Over The Grate Bar And Slide It Against The Back Of The Grate Here Position Groove At The Bottom Of Log 2 Over The Grate Here And Slide It Against The Back Of The Grate Place Bottom Hole Of Log 3 On Pin In Log 2 Position Grooves At The Bottom Of Log 3 Over The Grate 1 Position And Slide Log 4 Against The Back Of The Grate 2 Log 3 Lays Over Logs 1 And 2 STEP 1 STEP 2...

Page 38: ... 42 3 Grate Assembly 5 Position Small End Of Log 6 On The Notch Of Log 3 Here 6 4 Position The Round End Of Log 6 Against The Notch Of Log 4 Here Two Charred Spots Face The Front Position The Groove In The Back Of Log 3 Against The Grate Rest Log 5 Against The Grate Here Log 5 Sits In Front Of The Grate STEP 5 Log Number Description 1 Log Corner 2 Log Rear Left 3 Log Front Left 4 Log Rear Right 5 ...

Page 39: ...he shutter opening must be adjusted between these two extremes Air Shutter Adjustment Guidelines Amount of Primary Air Flame Color Air Shutter Adjustment If air shutter is closed too far Flame will be orange Air shutter gap should be increased If air shutter is open too far Flame will be blue Air shutter gap should be decreased Figure 43 Burner Flame Appearance Air Shutter Adjustment Guidelines If...

Page 40: ...ing conditions are present adjust accordingly If flame appears weak or sooty adjust the air shutter incrementally to a more open position until the proper flame appearance is achieved If flame remains blue adjust the air shutter incrementally to a more closed position until the proper flame appear ance is achieved 4 Leave the control knob off pilot on in the ON position millivolt appliances and th...

Page 41: ...______________ Parts will be shipped at prevailing prices at time of order When ordering repair parts always give the following information 1 The model number of the appliance 2 The serial number of the appliance 3 The part number 4 The description of the part 5 The quantity required 6 The installation date of the appliance If you encounter any problems or have any questions concerning the install...

Page 42: ...of Volcanic Stone Bag of Vermiculite Replacement ember materials volcanic stone or vermiculite are available for use with these appli ances Order kits as part of the periodic maintenance of the appliance Decorative Firebox Accessories Cat No ModelNo Description 88L53 FGE Bag of Glowing Embers 80L42 FDVS Bag of Decorative Volcanic Stone H6319 Bag of Vermiculite Outside Combustion Air Kits Cat No Mo...

Page 43: ... Remote Two Button Timer On Off Or Timer Mode Cat No Model No Description H8860 RC S 1 Remote Control Cost Effective Solution Simple On Off operation Kit includes Remote and Receiver Manual or up to 3 hr Countdown Timer modes LCD display Displays room temp in ºF or ºC Flame icon and low battery indicator Includes batteries Wall clip included Receiver may be wall mounted or placed in the control co...

Page 44: ...sed by long lateral runs too many elbows and or exterior portions of the systembeingexposedtocoldweather Alsoinspectwallstraps or plumbers s tape to ensure it is secure and in place Appliance Checkout Qualified Service Technician Perform the appropriate appliance checkout procedure detailed in this manual Replacing Glowing Ember rockwool Materials Homeowner Qualified Service Technician Remove old ...

Page 45: ... service technician or gas supplier LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries turn the gas control knob to OFF and call your service technician or gas supplier 10 Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to ON 11 Close control compartment 12 If applicable Turn on all electrical power to the appliance 13 If applicable Set thermostat to desir...

Page 46: ...ien qualifié ou le fournisseur de gaz Si la veilleuse ne reste pas allumée après plusieurs tentatives réglez la manette d admission du gaz à la position OFF et appelez un technicien qualifié ou le fournisseur de gaz 10 Tournez le bouton de réglage du gaz en sens inverse des aiguilles d une montre jusqu à sa position de marche ON 11 Fermer le compartiment de contrôle 12 Si applicable Mettez l appar...

Page 47: ...ilot flame it must impinge on thermocouple see Figure 45 on Page 40 Clean and or adjust pilot for maximum flame impingement on thermocouple Ensure that the connection between the valve and thermocouple are tight and secure 3 Pilot burning no gas to burner Valve knob ON and the standard burner OFF ON switch is ON Read impor tant note below IMPORTANT NOTE If an optional remote switch is used for bur...

Page 48: ...ropane Part No Qty 1 Hood Black 40 J7536 2 2 Glass Enclosure Assembly 40 H6365 2 3 Log Set 55M04 1 4 Bag of Vermiculite H6319 1 5 Bag of Embers rockwool 88L53 1 6 Bag of Decorative Volcanic Stone 80L42 1 7 Burner Assembly H6267 1 Gasket Venturi Tube Mounting 43K85 1 9 Latch Glass Enclosure Panel 69L21 2 10 Switch Rocker 27K30 1 11 Limit Switch 62L16 1 12 Flex Gas Line Connector 93L32 1 13 Barrier ...

Page 49: ... 2016 Innovative Hearth Products BRT40ST See Through B Vent Gas Fireplaces NOTE See the tables on Page 48 for replacement parts applicables REPLACEMENT PARTS Cat No Model F0838 BRT40STTMN 3 2 14 5 6 4 11 10 16 22 24 12 15 23 7 17 18 20 21 19 1 1 9 14 13 2 Inside Location ...

Page 50: ...50 NOTE DIAGRAMS ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE Operation 900301 00 05 2016 Innovative Hearth Products BRT40ST See Through B Vent Gas Fireplaces NOTES ...

Page 51: ... or propane gas only Burning conventional fuels such as wood coal or any other solid fuel will cause damage to the Product will produce excessive temperatures and could result in a fire hazard c damages caused by failing to provide proper maintenance and service in accordance with the instructions provided with the Product d damages repairs or inefficiency resulting from faulty installation or app...

Page 52: ...tions prices and also to discon tinue colors styles and products Consult your local distributor for fireplace code information Printed in U S A 2015 Innovative Hearth Products P N 900301 00 Rev C 05 2016 1508 Elm Hill Pike Suite 108 Nashville TN 37210 SuperiorFireplaces US com Record the following important information about your fireplace Fireplace model number Fireplace serial number Date firepl...

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