Superior FVDA18M Installation And Operation Instructions Manual Download Page 4

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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Hearth Kit Model                                                                                  
Serial Number                                                                                    
Log Set Model                                                                                   

Figure 1 - Product Identification

Grate

Burner 

Pan

Burner 

Manifold

Burner 

Clamp

Grate Steps

LOCAL CODES

Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all local codes. In the ab-

sence of local codes, use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas 

Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54*.
*Available from:

American National Standards Institute, Inc.

25 West 43rd Street, 4th floor

New York, NY 10036

National Fire Protection Association, Inc.

1 Batterymarch Park

Quincy, MA 02169-7471

PRODUCT FEATURE

ON/OFF SAFETY VALVE/PILOT

Unit is tested and approved to 

ANSI Z21.60

 and 

CSA 2.26

 as a vented 

decorative appliance. It is supplied with the parts and instructions 

to convert to propane/LP gas use.

UNPACKING

 CAUTION: Do not remove the metal data plates 

from the burner pan. The data plates contain important 

warranty and safety information.

1.  Remove logs, hearth kit, pan materials, and hardware from carton. 
2.  Remove all protective packaging applied to logs and base for 

shipment.

3.  Check appliance for any shipping damage. If appliance is dam-

aged contact IHP at Superiorfireplaces.US.com for replacement 

parts before returning to dealer.

COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS REQUIREMENTS

These appliances are approved for installation in the US state of 

Massachusetts if the following additional requirements are met:
•  Install this appliance in accordance with Massachusetts Rules 

and Regulations 248 C.M.R. Sections 4.00 through 8.00.

•  Installation and repair must be done by a plumber or gas fitter 

licensed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

•  The flexible gas line connector used shall not exceed 36 inches 

(92 centimeters) in length.

•  The individual manual shut-off must be a T-handle type valve.

Summary of Contents for FVDA18M

Page 1: ...erial and connected to a working flue See page 5 for minimum flue opening IMPORTANT Read this owner s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble operate or service this log set Improper...

Page 2: ...ng agent is added to the gas The odor helps you detect a gas leak However the odor added to the gas can fade Gas may be present even though no odor exists Make certain you read and understand all warn...

Page 3: ...AFETY Continued in high traffic areas in windy or drafty areas 5 Before installing in a solid fuel burning fireplace the chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned of soot creosote ashes and loose paint...

Page 4: ...NPACKING CAUTION Do not remove the metal data plates fromtheburnerpan Thedataplatescontainimportant warranty and safety information 1 Remove logs hearth kit pan materials and hardware from carton 2 Re...

Page 5: ...tructions and all codes and requirements of the authority hav ing jurisdiction Any modifications to this kit or use of unauthorized components or accessory items will void the manufacturer s warranty...

Page 6: ...and for propane LP gas only a plugged 1 8 NPT tap Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up NPT tap must be upstream from log set see Figure 4 IMPORTANT Install equipment shutoff valve in an...

Page 7: ...N If using propane LP gas see Propane LP Gas Conversion before installing hearth pan 1 Place burner pan assembly in center of fireplace floor Make sure front of pan faces forward 2 Thread gas supply f...

Page 8: ...eplace injector with propane LP injector with red stripe 16 Replace and tighten pilot line to bracket 17 Using screws removed in step 2 page 7 reattach pilot bracket to valve cover 18 Continue with st...

Page 9: ...modified paper clip or other suitable tool 5 When finished testing turn gas shutoff valve OFF to extinguish all flames ADDING PAN MATERIAL 1 Open bag of ash bed material vermiculite and spread it eve...

Page 10: ...t for the first time after hooking up to gas supply If so the control knob may need to be pressed in for 30 seconds or more This will allow air to bleed from the gas system If control knob does not po...

Page 11: ...tions may have occurred during shipping and handling The pilot is located on the back right hand side of the burner The thermocouple should be fully enveloped in flame The flame should not be lifting...

Page 12: ...lieve any tight bends or kinks in gas supply line 2 Check reset gas regulator pressure see Figure 10 page 8 1 Check for proper gas supply pressure 2 Free burner orifice and manifold ports of any burrs...

Page 13: ...Wrong pilot orifice REMEDY 1 Turn on gas supply or open equipment shutoff valve 2 Turn control knob to PILOT position 3 Press in control knob while in PILOT position 4 Continue holding down control kn...

Page 14: ...ol valve 1 Locate and correct all leaks see Checking Gas Connections page 7 OBSERVED PROBLEM Log set produces a clicking ticking noise just after burner is lit or shut off Log set produces unwanted od...

Page 15: ...he installation date of the appliance If you encounter any problems or have any questions concerning the installation or application of this fireplace please contact your dealer IHP 1508 Elm Hill Pike...

Page 16: ...00 01_B 16 PARTS MODELS FVSA18M FVSA24M FVDA18M FVDA24M AND FVDA30M 3 2 14 8 26 25 15 16 13 20 21 18 24 19 6 4 17 22 23 10 7 5 5 9 9 11 12 1 27 MODEL CATALOG NO FVSA18M F0221 FVSA24M F0223 FVDA18M F02...

Page 17: ...Std Assembly 1 8 901232 01 Gas Line 12 Aluminum 1 9 901430 01 Grate Steps 2 901431 01 Grate Steps 2 10 901243 01 Log Grate 1 901243 02 Log Grate 1 901246 01 Log Grate 1 901246 02 Log Grate 1 901246 0...

Page 18: ...1 901565 03 Bottom Rear Log 1 901566 03 Bottom Rear Log 1 901567 03 Bottom Rear Log 1 2 901656 01 Bottom Front Log Rt 1 901657 01 Bottom Front Log Rt 1 901658 01 Bottom Front Log Rt 1 3 901666 01 Bott...

Page 19: ...o 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 w...

Page 20: ...ealer name P126900 01 Innovative Hearth Products reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice in design materials specifications prices and also to discontinue colors styles and produ...

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