Travis Industries 430 Mod-Fyre GSR2 Manual Download Page 1

 

430 Mod-Fyre™ 

GSR2 Insert 

Manual 

 

 

 

 WARNING: FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD 

Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury, death, or property damage. 

 

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 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.

 

 

 

 

HOT GLASS 

WILL CAUSE 

BURNS

 

DO NOT TOUCH 

GLASS 

UNTIL COOLED

 

NEVER 

ALLOW CHILDREN 

TO TOUCH GLASS

 

A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from 
the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance 
and shall be installed for the protection of children 
and other at-risk individuals.  

Tested and Listed by  

 

Report# G100518003PRT-002 

ANSI Z21.88-2017 

CSA 2.33-2017 

 

Direct Vent Fireplace Insert 

 

Masonry or Factory-Built 
(Metal) Wood-Burning 
Fireplace 

 

Residential or Mobile Home 

 

 

This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket, permanently located, manufactured home 
(USA only) or mobile home, where not prohibited by local codes. 
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate.  A conversion 
kit is supplied with the appliance. 

 

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.  
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference. 

French language manuals at  

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ireplacex.com. or lopistoves.com

 

 

Travis Industries, Inc. 

12521 Harbour Reach Dr., Mukilteo, WA  98275 

www.travisproducts.com

 

 Copyright 2021, T.I.  

$10.00        5/20/2021 

100-01558 

 

Summary of Contents for 430 Mod-Fyre GSR2

Page 1: ...A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall be installed for the protection of children and other at risk individuals Tested and...

Page 2: ...benefit and enjoyment from your heater Important Information No other 430 Mod Fyre Insert has the same serial number as yours The serial number is below and to the left of the gas control valve This...

Page 3: ...Settings 21 Glass Frame Removal and Installation 24 Steps for Finalizing the Installation 25 Before You Begin 28 Remote Set Up 29 Starting the Heater for the First Time 30 Location of Controls 30 Dir...

Page 4: ...talled in Manufactured Housing only after the home is site located All exhaust gases must be vented outside the structure of the living area Combustion air is drawn from outside the living area struct...

Page 5: ...ice person Do not throw this manual away This manual has important operating and maintenance instructions that you will need at a later time Always follow the instructions in this manual Instruct ever...

Page 6: ...ting Specifications Natural Gas Propane Approximate Heating Capacity in square feet 500 to 1 600 500 to 1 600 Maximum BTU Input Per Hour 31 000 31 000 Heating capacity will vary with floor plan insula...

Page 7: ...ualified installer should follow the procedure best suited for the installation Packing List Propane LP Conversion Kit Remote Control Fireplace Altered tag attach to the fireplace 46 Flex Line with Ad...

Page 8: ...3 4 502mm Minimum Width 30 1 2 775mm 30 1 4 768mm Minimum Depth 15 1 2 394mm 14 1 4 357mm Minimum Hearth Depth see Hearth Requirements on the following page for full details 0 0mm 0 0mm Extension onto...

Page 9: ...33 standard s used to certify the gas fired fireplace insert or UL 127 and ULC S627 standards used to certify solid fuel factory built fireplaces The Intertek safety certification will not apply to t...

Page 10: ...1 Piece Panel 1 Piece Panel w Trim Kit 0 0mm 1 1 4 32mm Measured from the base of the insert NOTE the non combustible top facing must extend 32 3 8 823mm above the base of the insert or to the bottom...

Page 11: ...ponsibility for any negative impact on televisions placed near this insert Minimum Dimensions a Minimum Mantel Height above Base of Insert 34 864mm with 8 204mm mantel depth b Minimum Mantel Depth 8 2...

Page 12: ...vis Industries 5 20 2021 1558 430 MF GSR2 Leveling Legs This heater includes front and rear leveling legs to accommodate fireplaces with a step down firebox Loosen the 4 bolts and adjust the legs down...

Page 13: ...ting the Power Cord to the Front of the Insert The power cord is shipped attached to the side of the insert It may be routed to the front where it exits behind the face but in front of the surround pa...

Page 14: ...re testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1 2 psig For pressures under 1 2 psig isolate the gas supply piping by closing the manual shutoff valve Leak test all gas line joints and the g...

Page 15: ...ute the included flex tube through the hole in the left side of the insert and out the front as shown below 2 Bend the flex tube up 3 Attach the included gas shutoff valve to the end of the flex tube...

Page 16: ...reline the entire length of the chimney and terminate above the chimney top Be careful not to crimp or rupture the liner when bending it into chimney offsets When installed the vent must meet all of...

Page 17: ...Installation 17 Travis Industries 5 20 2021 1558 430 MF GSR2 Vent Installation Secure the vent to the insert and termination kit using screws For optimum performance keep the vent as straight as possi...

Page 18: ...e restrictor position See Exhaust Restrictor Settings on page 21 Vent Configurations Altitude Considerations This heater has been tested at altitudes ranging from sea level to 6 000 feet 1 800 M In th...

Page 19: ...tallations See the directions below for installation 1 Locate the screw in the top center of the front of the insert Use a nut driver to remove the screw and slide the connector toward the back of the...

Page 20: ...traight and cut to length height of the insert Attach the bottom of the flex liners to the connector removed in step 1 4 Slide the insert into place while guiding the vent connector into the guides on...

Page 21: ...Finalizing the Installation 21 Travis Industries 5 20 2021 1558 430 MF GSR2 Exhaust Restrictor Settings...

Page 22: ...Vent Part For inserts that use 3 exhaust and 3 intake 46DVA HCL33 For inserts that use 4 exhaust and 3 intake 46DVA HCL34 Refer to the kit manufacturer s instructions for details and requirements for...

Page 23: ...with Travis Industries gas inserts These kits can be purchased from your DuraVent dealer Application DuraVent Part DuraVent Stock For inserts that use 3 exhaust and 3 intake 46DVA CLTA 810014742 For...

Page 24: ...ecomes damaged the barrier shall be replaced with the manufacturer s barrier for this appliance The appliance must be completely cool before removing the glass Do not strike or slam the glass 1 The gl...

Page 25: ...ronize the transmitter to the IFC see page 29 4 Make sure the accent light bulbs are in place and work correctly NOTE Take care to not touch the bulb with your fingers use a cloth or paper towel 5 Ins...

Page 26: ...r Shutter Adjustment Left More Air Let the heater burn for fifteen minutes make sure the media and glass are in place The flames should be yellow with no sooting Adjust the air shutter if necessary to...

Page 27: ...llation 1 Remove the 8 screws that secure the media tray to the burners set the screws aside for re installation Lift the media tray and remove it from the firebox 2 Install the firebacks See the fire...

Page 28: ...he SIT GSR2 remote may be programmed to disable the thermostat or any of the modes flame height blower light comfort control Standing Pilot or auxiliary power input This allows you to tailor the remot...

Page 29: ...battery box IFC will beep 3 times 2 Press the ON button on the transmitter IFC will beep 3 times Figure 2 NOTE If power is cut off to the IFC for an extended period of time you may need to re synchron...

Page 30: ...are installed see page 36 Location of Controls Direct Operation The fireplace may be directly operated from the battery holder accessed by removing the face The three positions are below see Figure 3...

Page 31: ...ht quickly and draft correctly Excessive Condensation on Glass After Startup certain installations may encounter excessive fogging on the window after startup not just the first time the heater was st...

Page 32: ...ly Display Overview The transmitter display has four main sections see Figure 5 Figure 5 Listen for the Beep Each time you press a button on the transmitter that controls the fireplace a beep will com...

Page 33: ...target temperature see Figure 8 below Flame height will be adjusted up or down to allow operation without turning the burner on and off also called smart modulation To adjust the target temperature pr...

Page 34: ...display the 7 settings from OFF to HI for full on NOTE Flame height may not be adjusted if operating in Smart Thermostat setting Figure 11 Blower Speed The blower may be controlled using the up and do...

Page 35: ...Flame Height to OFF see above Comfort Control rear burner The comfort control rear burner may be turned on and off using the up and down buttons when in Comfort Control Mode see illustration below Th...

Page 36: ...to the battery box when this occurs see Battery Installation on page 36 In applications where the appliance is required to provide heat we recommend replacing the batteries before each heating season...

Page 37: ...usly to turn this feature on and off HINT This feature is especially useful while using the thermostat setting Figure 15 Normal Operating Sounds Normal Operating Odors This appliance has several areas...

Page 38: ...ide additional lighting The bulbs will burn out over time To replace follow the directions below 1 Shut off gas to the heater and let it cool for 15 minutes 2 Remove the glass see page 21 and media 3...

Page 39: ...the bulb Under Light Bulb Replacement The Under lights in your insert provide additional lighting The bulbs will burn out over time Replace the halogen bulbs with the following bulbs 35 Watt 120 Volt...

Page 40: ...ners see Burner Removal section for details 6 Remove the bulbs from the socket by pulling the bulbs directly away from the socket do not twist 7 Gently insert the pins on the replacement bulb into the...

Page 41: ...ecessary Check the gas control valve and the gas lines If damage is found discontinue use and contact your dealer for service Clean the air channels ducts and blower if applicable Inspect vent and ven...

Page 42: ...not getting electricity The fireplace is not up to temperature The blower fuse may be blown Check the breaker switch Let the fireplace burn for 10 minutes Replace the fuse See fuse location below Fire...

Page 43: ...aintenance 43 Travis Industries 5 20 2021 1558 430 MF GSR2 Wiring Diagram CAUTION Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operatio...

Page 44: ...cracked or broken Replacement of the glass should be done by a licensed or qualified service person Description SKU GAS CONTROL VALVE NG w STPR MTR 250 01612 CNTRL MODULE 250 03826 PILOT ASSY PSE 2 W...

Page 45: ...afety Label 45 Travis Industries 5 20 2021 1558 430 MF GSR2 Safety Label The safety listing label is attached to the operating tag chained to the heater near the gas control valve A copy is shown belo...

Page 46: ...in transit alteration or act of God 8 This 7 Year warranty excludes damage caused by normal wear and tear such as paint discoloration or chipping worn or torn gasketing corroded or cracked logs ember...

Page 47: ...d service agency is responsible for the proper installation of this kit The installation is not proper and complete until the operation of the converted appliance is checked as specified in the manufa...

Page 48: ...21 1558 430 MF GSR2 3 Remove the 2 screws that secure the burners to the floor of the firebox set screws aside for re installation 4 Lift the front burner and remove it from the firebox 5 Lift the rea...

Page 49: ...21 1558 430 MF GSR2 6 Remove and discard the stock seal plates Install the LP seal plates as shown below 7 Install the LP propane orifices ORIFICE SIZE ID Natural Gas LP Propane Front Burner Orifice 5...

Page 50: ...the stepper motor shown below The stepper motor adjustable regulator has an installation sheet included with it make sure to follow all of the directions Disconnect the wiring from the stepper motor...

Page 51: ...eaning Do not use ammonia based cleaners this may cloud the glass We recommend ammonia free glass cleaner i e vinegar and water to clean the fireback CURING BLACK PAINTED FIREBACKS The black painted f...

Page 52: ...F GSR2 4 With the rear fireback resting in place install the left fireback into the firebox as shown below 5 Replace the left fireback clip to secure the right fireback in place 6 Install the right fi...

Page 53: ...y 53 Travis Industries 5 20 2021 1558 430 MF GSR2 7 Replace the media tray NOTE The tray may not fit unless the firebacks are all the way against the fireback walls 8 When the fireback installation is...

Page 54: ...to complete the installation This insert is very flexible with the placement of the media which allows the look to be customized to fit your aesthetic tastes At a minimum every installation requires...

Page 55: ...rushed glass to block the air slots or to become too thick maximum 1 layer deep on the burner Failure to properly install glass may lead to sooting and improper burning Make sure the gas control valve...

Page 56: ...ia tray and burner The glass must be only 1 layer thick on the burners but can be 2 layers thick on the media tray 3 Make sure glass does not drop down into the pilot area below the cover and that the...

Page 57: ...it Install the Fireback BEFORE installing the media Overview Rock embers come with 2 sizes of ember material 20lbs or small rocks and 10lbs of large rocks Because this kit includes more rock than need...

Page 58: ...ng the media This appliance requires the use of a fireback kit Install the Fireback BEFORE installing the media Overview This kit contains 13 pieces of non combustible media used to decorate the fireb...

Page 59: ...efore installing the media This appliance requires the use of a fireback kit Install the Fireback BEFORE installing the media Overview This kit contains 14 pieces of non combustible media used to deco...

Page 60: ...e use of a fireback kit Install the Fireback BEFORE installing the media Overview This kit contains 15 pieces of non combustible media used to decorate the firebox You may use as few or as many of the...

Page 61: ...ppliance requires the use of a fireback kit Install the Fireback BEFORE installing the media Overview This kit contains 30 pounds of tumbled stone used to decorate the firebox You may use this kit alo...

Page 62: ...94500580 o Qty used 6 lbs Tumbled Stones 94500961 o Small stones used 10 15 stones Approx 1 lb o Large stones used 4 5 stones Approx 2 1 2 lbs Driftwood Twigs Stones and Ember Rock Example Recipe Drif...

Page 63: ...y used 6 lbs Tumbled Stones 94500961 o Small stones used 10 15 stones Approx 1 lb o Large stones used 4 5 stones Approx 2 1 2 lbs Birch Logs Stones and Ember Rock Example Recipe Linear Birch Log Set 9...

Page 64: ...y used 6 lbs Tumbled Stones 94500961 o Small stones used 10 15 stones Approx 1 lb o Large stones used 4 5 stones Approx 2 1 2 lbs Traditional Oak Logs Stones and Ember Rock Example Recipe Linear Tradi...

Page 65: ...Optional Equipment for qualified installers only 65 Travis Industries 5 20 2021 1558 430 MF GSR2...

Page 66: ...s 7 Introduction 2 Leveling Legs 12 Listing Details 2 Location of Controls 30 Low Battery Indicator 36 LP Conversion Instructions 47 Maintaining Your Heater s Appearance 38 Masonry Fireplace Hearth Re...

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