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Models ending with “N” use natural gas; models ending with “P” use propane (LP) gas.

 

TEMCO FIREPLACE PRODUCTS, Inc. 

Installation and Operating Instructions for Gas Log Heaters

 

Models 

PS24MN, PS24MP 

This appliance operates as an 

unvented room heater certified under 

ANSI Z21.11.2-2000 when fitted to a 

solid fuel burning masonry or factory 

built fireplace with the flue damper 

closed.  It also operates as a 

decorative appliance under ANSI 

Z21.60a-2000.CGA 2.26a-2000,  when 

fitted to a solid fuel burning masonry 

or factory built fireplace with the flue 

damper open.  State or local codes 

may only allow operation of this 

appliance in a vented configuration.  

GAS FIRED  
UNVENTED  
ROOM HEATERS 

LISTED 
 

 5L24 

 FOR YOUR SAFETY 

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 electric 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 fire department. 

 

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency 
or the gas supplier. 

 

If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result 

WARNING 

This is an unvented gas-fired heater.  It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is 
installed.  Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided.  

P.O. Box 1349 Manchester, TN 37349 
 
P.O. Box 1148 Perris, CA 92572 
 
1773 Parque Industrial Cachanilla 
            Mexicali, B.C. 21600 
 
   REV.  10/30/02 10:05 AM       76780M  

PATENT NO.  US 6,390.808 B1 

Summary of Contents for PS24MN

Page 1: ...asoline 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 electric 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 fire department Installation ...

Page 2: ...bleshooting 14 Repair Parts 15 Parts List 15 Warranty Information 16 Installation and Startup Checklist 17 18 Warranty Registration 19 2 MINIMUM DIMENSIONSFOREXISTINGSOLIDFUELBURNINGFIREPLACES HEARTH SIZE TABLE Opening Height H Front Width A Rear Width B Depth C PS24MN 18 30 21 15 PS24MP 18 30 21 15 B C A OPENING HEIGHT H This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located manufa...

Page 3: ...mine if unvented heaters are permitted If unvented heaters are not permitted the fireplace chimney damper must be fixed at a minimum free vent opening area of 15 sq ins This must be accomplished by a clamp or screw on the chimney damper to stop at the minimum vent area The fireplace must also have a minimum free vent opening of 15 sq ins see figure 1 This appliance may be installed in an after mar...

Page 4: ...Gas range 60 000 BTU Hr Vent free logs 29 000 BTU Hr Total 89 000 BTU Hr Do not include direct vent gas appliances Direct vent draws combustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors 4 Compare the maximum BTU Hr the space can support with the actual amount of BTU Hr used __________ BTU Hr maximum the space can support __________ BTU Hr actual amount of BTU Hr used Example 100 000 BTU Hr m...

Page 5: ...o permanent openings one within 12 of the ceiling and one within 12 of the floor Connect these items directly to the outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors These spaces include attics and crawl spaces Follow the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 ANSI Z223 1 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventilation grills or ducts IMPORTANT Do not provide openings for inlet or o...

Page 6: ...ind the front grate legs and should be used for securement of the log set After locating the chassis correctly in the fireplace mark the hole positions on the fireplace floor Drill two 1 8 diameter holes approximately 1 2 deep Use the two screws to secure the chassis to the fireplace floor see figure 3 CLEARANCES NOTE The following instructions regarding installation clearances and the use and ins...

Page 7: ...pliance we recommend a minimum 200 pound cylinder with a fill gauge Use of a 100 pound cylinder is not recommended Other household gas appliances may require the tank size to be larger Use pipe wrenches when making the connection to the valve to prevent turning or damage to gas valve Connection between the manual shutoff valve and the gas valve can be made with an CSA design certified flexible con...

Page 8: ...llation is complete Under no circumstances should internally zinc alloy coated piping be used According to the LP Gas Code and National Fuel Gas Code If galvanized piping is used it must be EXTERNALLY coated only Galvanized water pipe used for gas installations will result in reduced gas pressure and gas leaks GAS VALV IF USING FLEXIBLE CHECK LOCAL CODES FOR SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS LESS THAN 6 FEET ...

Page 9: ...gulator Pressure 4 5 ins WC 10 ins WC Minimum inlet supply pressure for the purpose of input adjustment Outside Diameter Copper Tubing Type L 1 000s BTU Hr Tubing Length Feet 1 2 0 43 5 8 0 545 3 4 0 666 7 8 0 785 10 110 206 348 536 20 76 141 239 368 30 61 114 192 296 40 52 97 164 256 50 46 86 146 224 60 42 78 132 203 80 36 67 113 174 100 32 59 100 154 WARNING Use only internally tinned copper tub...

Page 10: ...ovided NOTE This clip maintains upright position of middle log to optimize glowing ember front surface See clip location in Figure 6A When you have completed these steps compare log positions with Figure 6A The logs must be positioned as illustrated The top twig may be positioned as shown in either Figure 6B or Figure 6C The top twig must be placed in the notches provided on top of the rear and ce...

Page 11: ...fter several tries turn the gas control knob to OFF and call your service technician or gas supplier When the pilot remains lit turn gas knob counterclockwise to the HIGH position Depress the knob slightly and turn counterclockwise to the setting you prefer The front burner may be turned on or off Turn knob located on right hand side of the control panel to ON or OFF position Do not leave in an in...

Page 12: ...ppliance is operating Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is being operated near children Do not use to cook food If this is the ONLY gas appliance w e recommend a minimum 200 pound cylinder with a fill gauge Use of a 100 pound cylinder is not recommended Other household gas appliances may require the tank size to be larger Do not operate the vent free fireplace if the fuel level in ...

Page 13: ...ront grate or the control knob panel may be required occasionally Do not use any cleaning fluids to clean the logs or any other part of the appliance If the flames show any unusual shapes or behavior or if the burner s fail to ignite properly then the burner holes may require cleaning If this occurs contact your nearest dealer to get the appliance serviced Alternatively the appliance can be cleane...

Page 14: ...service operation Always check for gas leaks after servicing SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1 Pilot will not light Air in the gas line Low gas pressure Gas supply turned off Blockage in gas line ODS pilot orifice is clogged Control knob not in pilot position Control knob not pressed in while in pilot position Ignitor did not spark Ignitor electrode positioned wrong Ignitor electrode brok...

Page 15: ... TUBE PILOT 76784 76784 1 9 GAS VALVE 76721 76722 1 10 REGULATOR SCP 74557 73333 1 11 REGULATOR BRACKET 76754 76754 1 12 IGNITOR W NUT PIEZO 65180 65180 1 13 WIRE IGNITOR AD COMMON 74017 74017 1 14 MANIFOLD TUBE SPLIT NUT 76519 76519 1 15 MANIFOLD TUBE SPLIT NUT 76520 76520 1 16 INJECTOR 43 NATURAL 76775 1 17 INJECTOR 49 NATURAL 76771 1 18 INJECTOR 56 PROPANE 76776 1 19 INJECTOR 1 45 PROPANE 76774...

Page 16: ...l codes and ordinances The logs must be placed strictly in accordance with the arrangement described in the installation instructions The Product must be operated and maintained according to the instructions furnished Alteration of the Product in any way is prohibited and voids any and all warranties Removal of the data plate alters the Product and voids the warranty The installer must have comple...

Page 17: ...ODS and front and rear burners as well as proper appearance of flames Verify that ceramic fiber and refractory components are properly positioned and secure Rear burner must not contact logs Verify adequate clearance to mantels and other combustibles Demonstrate correct operation of the product to the consumer Note LP models must not be operated if fuel tank is less than 1 4 full Observe the consu...

Page 18: ...f ODS and front and rear burners as well as proper appearance of flames Verify that ceramic fiber and refractory components are properly positioned and secure Rear burner must not contact logs Verify adequate clearance to mantels and other combustibles Demonstrate correct operation of the product to the consumer Note LP models must not be operated if fuel tank is less than 1 4 full Observe the con...

Page 19: ... have followed all codes and regulations and adhered to the TEMCO installation instructions I have completed the proper installation and startup checklist Installers Signature Print Installer s Name Purchaser Address Phone Retailer Address Phone Date of Purchase WARRANTY REGISTRATION Please Answer the Following Questions Check Box 1 Type of Home Single Family Duplex Apt Mobile Home Cabin Vacation ...

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