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Troubleshooting

Check for logs/rocks covering  air slots

Check for excessive burner media (no more than 1 layer thick)

Check for foreign burner media 

Leaking burner

Ensure burner is sealed

Visually inspect burner for leaks; replace if necessary - DO NOT TEST WITH OPEN FLAME

Blue 

ames (excessive)

Fireplace is warming up

Flames will yellow as 

replace heats up

This is normal

Too much primary air

Decrease primary air by closing air shu

er (venturi)

See "Adjus

ng Primary Air Se

ng"

Poor air shu

er seal on venturi box

Exhaust restrictor se

ng

Improper exhaust restrictor se

ng

See "Ven

ng Con

gura

on"; adjust only if necessary

Rich 

ames (excessive)

Not enough primary air

Increase primary air by opening air shu

er (venturi)

See "Adjus

ng Primary Air Se

ng"

(NG) Remove venturi box covers for even more primary air

Check that the venturi box covers are removed (LP)

Improper exhaust restrictor se

ng

Adjust exhaust restrictor se

ng

See "Ven

ng Con

gura

on"; adjust only if necessary

Problem with ven

ng system

Ensure ven

ng system is properly set-up

Check for approved high-wind termina

on cap

Check ven

ng con

gura

on is approved

Check ven

ng system for leaks

Incorrect media placement

Adjust burner media

Check log posi

oning

Check burner media quan

ty (should be one layer deep)

Check for obstructed seconard air slots around burner

Incorrect gas input rate

Ensure gas input spec's match ra

ng label

Check gas inlet pressure

Check gas manifold pressure (with unit running)

Check gas ori

ce matches ra

ng label for correct fuel type

Glass fogs on start-up

Condensa

on is formed on start up

Use "Con

nuous Pilot" mode (CPI)

This is normal, more so in damper climates

Glass gets hazy over

 �

me

Addi

ves in gas accumulates on glass

Use "Con

nuous Pilot" mode (CPI)

This will reduce the build-up rate; clean as necessary

Chase construc

on obstruc

on

Ensure all installa

on spec's are met

Ensure heat release areas are at or above minimum spec

Ensure no air 

ow obstruc

ons 

Check for foreign objects blocking heat release

Ensure all appropriate heat shields are installed

Check installa

on sec

on for further details

Material encroaching on minimum clearances

Ensure all installa

on spec's are met

Check installa

on sec

on for further details

Ensure there're no foreign objects on or above the unit within the chase

Problem with ven

ng system

Ensure ven

ng system is properly set-up

Check ven

ng con

gura

on is approved

Check for ven

ng obstruc

ons

Exhaust restrictor se

ng

Exhaust restrictor se

ng too high

Reduce exhaust restric

on

Incorrect gas input rate

Ensure gas input spec's match ra

ng label

Check gas inlet pressure

Check gas manifold pressure (with unit running)

Check gas ori

ce matches ra

ng label for correct fuel type

Burnt out light bulb

Replace light bulb assembly (50-3516)

Visually inspect bulb for signs of damage, con

rm con

nuity with mul

meter

Blown top light fuse

Replace top light fuse (50-2076)

Visually inspect bulb for signs of damage, con

rm con

nuity with mul

meter

Faulty wiring

Ensure complete top light circuit

Check for wire ch

affi

ng inside light box

Check top light circuit with mul

meter

Flame sensor signal lost during burner opera

on

Ensure healthy burner opera

on

See "Flame dropping out.."

Pilot igni

on sequence 

med out

Ensure healthy pilot opera

on

See "Pilot not ligh

ng.."

Fireplace lost gas supply

Ensure proper gas 

ow and pressure

Check gas inlet supply and pressure

IFC confused

So

 reset IFC

Press reset bo

on on 

replace switch panel and re-sync remote (tool may be required)

Hard reset IFC

Cut power to IFC (could use circuit breaker) and reconnect

No power to 

replace

Ensure the 

replace is seeing 120VAC

Check circuit breaker

Do any 

replace features work? If so, 

replace has power

Check for 120VAC at the IFC

Blown IFC fuse

Replace IFC fuse with exact replacement

Check for bare electrical connec

ons

Check for electrical short in top light box

Was there a recent power surge?

IFC locked out

Reset IFC

See "IFC locked out" for possible causes

Natural vent

Power vent mode ac

vated

PV switch in incorrect posi

on

Check the posi

on of PV switch - the "-" should be down if opera

ng with natural vent

PV jumper came lose inside IFC

Ensure the IFC PV jumper hasn’t come lose inside the IFC (orange wires)

Power vent

Natural vent mode ac

vated

PV switch in incorrect posi

on

Check the posi

on of PV switch - the "o" should be down if opera

ng with power vent

IFC not receiving vacuum switch signal

Ensure vacuum switch signal reaching IFC

Ensure secure wiring interceptor connec

ons at IFC (yellow wires)

Check for con

nuity across vacuum signal while in start-up mode

Check for PV fan opera

on during start-up mode (can you hear it?)

If the sparker is ac

va

ng then PV start-up mode is func

oning, problem lies elsewhere

Fireplace gets excessivly hot

Fireplace unresponsive

IFC locked out 

(fl

ahsing red 

light)

Top light not working

Summary of Contents for U50I-S

Page 1: ...ES WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life Installation and service must be performed b...

Page 2: ...ur 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 t...

Page 3: ...ividuals If the barrier becomes damaged the barrier shall be replaced with the manufacturer s barrier for this appliance FOR YOUR SAFETY Installation and service must be performed by a qualified insta...

Page 4: ...URAL GAS PROPANE GAS CERTIFIED TO ANSI Z21 88 CSA 2 33 VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATERS CSA 2 17 GAS FIRED APPLIANCES FOR HIGH ALTITUDES This Urbana Fireplace Has been certified for use with either natura...

Page 5: ...al 22 Initial Setup 23 Media Placement 23 Final Firebox Sealing 24 Final Firebox Sealing Optional 24 Framing and Installation 25 Chase Framing 25 Framing Options 25 Framing Air Gaps 25 Minimum Framing...

Page 6: ...0 S 47 1194 mm U50 S U70 S 41 1041mm U50 S U70 S 28 15 16 736mm U50 S U70 S 37 939mm U50 S U70 S 17 7 8 455 mm Remove the outer screens barrier to access the rating label and lighting instructions The...

Page 7: ...control system and any gas control which has been under water OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 STOP Read the safety information above on this label 2 Read the owner s manual including the section on Remote C...

Page 8: ...set 3 6 Documentation 10 Outer Screen Set Bezels Switch tool 7 Carrying handles Vermiculite Media 1 Front Heat Deflector WIFI Enabled Remote Control 6 4 1 Media stops only required if an optional medi...

Page 9: ...been designed to be used with 2X4 lumber Assemble as follows 1 Cut two 2X4 no shorter than 18 this is the minimum distance needed to safely span both handles 2 Bend support leg into position labelled...

Page 10: ...6 total needed to install the front heat shield come installed on the shield itself use a 1 4 socket to remove the fasteners 2 The front heat shield installs behind the top lip of the cabinet Use the...

Page 11: ...emove left side and front screen Remove lower bezel and locate the electrical junction box Fireplace Leveling NOTES 1 It is essential to level the unit from proper operation 2 This step is not necessa...

Page 12: ...S CONNECTIONS TO THIS APPLIANCE NOTE Consult your local authorities codes or the CAN CGA B 149 1 or 2 installation code in Canada or in the USA gas installations follow either local codes or the curre...

Page 13: ...slots and tilt it inward and out through the opening 6 Route the incoming gas line as desired and connect to the 1 2 NPT female fitting of the shut off valve use gas approved pipe sealant Note the ac...

Page 14: ...olated from the gas supply piping system by closing its equipment shut off valve during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1 2 psi 3 5 kPa Propane Main Orifice 49 U50 4...

Page 15: ...Visually check pressure relief gasket for damage or deterioration replace if necessary Clean inner glass see page 20 for removal instructions Use a soft lint free cloth with a mild glass cleaner to e...

Page 16: ...Fuse Top Light 50 2076 C Power Terminal Bar Covered TILT UP FOR ACCESS D Ground Terminal Bar TILT UP FOR ACCESS E Wiring Clip WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK RISK DISCONNECT POWER FROM BREAKER BEFORE ACCESSING...

Page 17: ...pilot flame should cover 1 4 to 1 2 7 to 13mm of the flame sensor see photo The pilot flow adjustment is set to maximum from the factory and should not need adjustment However should the need arise ad...

Page 18: ...dy to use MAIN BURNER SWITCH Power Vent PV Switch For convenience the fireplace comes pre wired for power vent applications If needed to switch into power vent PV mode locate the PV switch next to the...

Page 19: ...ft out Maintenance and Service Top Light Replacement Occasionally the top light bulb s good will need to be replaced Replace the top light as follows 1 Disconnect electrical power to the unit 2 Remove...

Page 20: ...rst burn Use a mild glass cleaner and a soft cloth Depending on the amount of use the glass should require cleaning no more than two or three times a season CAUTION Abrasive cleaners will damage the g...

Page 21: ...simply lift up and slide forward Magnet Bracket Removal Should the magnet bracket ever need to be replaced it can be removed as follows 1 Remove the front and both side screens 2 Locate the magnet bra...

Page 22: ...ved be sure back stops are adjusted correctly Remove the front inner glass as follows 1 Remove screens see page 22 2 Remove trim bezel see page 23 3 Loosen the 3 sets of knobs at the bottom of the gla...

Page 23: ...bezel see page 23 3 Remove front inner glass see page 22 4 Evenly spread out vermiculite onto burner 5 Insert the steel bezel onto the burner platform make sure it s sitting flat 6 Add any additional...

Page 24: ...adjustments if necessary 3 When unit has cooled blob some clear high temp silicone not included around the 4 corners of the front glass Make sure you fill up any space between the glass and firebox SI...

Page 25: ...hat vents the chase into the same room It is not permitted to vent the chase into an adjoining room The fireplace cooling system bleeds heat into the chase as opposed to climbing up the front face Thi...

Page 26: ...trictions be followed in order for the fireplace to be enjoyed safely NOTES Chase may be framed beyond minimum framing for taller ceilings overhangs etc Chase cannot be open to joists or rafters above...

Page 27: ...r heat release min 12 305mm wide F Distance spanning both finishing edges G Open Top Height from open enclosure heat release to ceiling G Closed Top Surface area calculations do not apply to dimension...

Page 28: ...Framing illustrations are for example only and are not necessarily meant to be followed exactly HEAT RELEASE FRONT FIREPLACE ON PEDESTAL HEAT RELEASE OPEN FIREPLACE ON PEDESTAL Framing and Installati...

Page 29: ...s are for example only and are not necessarily meant to be followed exactly HEAT RELEASE TRADITIONAL WITH FALSE CEILING FIREPLACE ON THE FLOOR HEAT RELEASE SIDES ONLY BOTH SIDES FIREPLACE ON PEDESTAL...

Page 30: ...be followed to ensure safe heat dissipation Combustible materiel is acceptable when constructing the valance Follow the minimum dimensions below Framing Pedestal An optional pedestal can be added to...

Page 31: ...31 Framing illustrations are for example only and are not necessarily meant to be followed exactly HEAT RELEASE OPEN FIREPLACE ON THE FLOOR WITH PLINTH Framing and Installation...

Page 32: ...be increased to prevent the mounting screws from penetrating the fireplace cabinet 2 51mm Min 4 102mm Min Clearance From Opening 12 305mm Min Clearance From Heat Release Not shown to scale 12 305mm Mi...

Page 33: ...to minimize condensation Use at least 3 screws at each vent connection Check periodically that the vents are unrestricted especially the exterior vent cap Venting Considerations 1 A power vent system...

Page 34: ...xtended above meter regulator assembly I 3 ft 91 cm 3 ft 91 cm Radial clearance around service regulator vent outlet J 12 in 30 cm 9 in 23 cm Clearance to non mechanical air supply inlet to building o...

Page 35: ...of pipe required measure room height ceiling thickness and vertical rise in an attic or second story Firestops are required at each floor level beyond the first floor ceiling support wall thimble cove...

Page 36: ...vent termination is not being attached to wood the four wood screws provided should be replaced with material appropriate fasteners 5 For buildings with vinyl siding a vinyl standoff should be instal...

Page 37: ...nimum Rise U50I S U70I S 79 3 4 Min Vent Height This gas appliance must be direct vented and can t be connected to a chimney flue serving a separate solid burning appliances Clearances to combustibles...

Page 38: ...d Rigid Venting Manufacturer Trade Name Nominal Sizes ICC EXCELDirect 5 x 8 M G Dura Vent Direct Vent Pro 5 x 8 Selkirk DIRECT TEMP 5 x 8 Sekirk AMP DV 5 x 8 Metal Fab Sure Seal 5 x 8 Refer to the tab...

Page 39: ...VA WT3 58DVA WTU3 5WT 5DT WT 5DWT 5DWT 5DWT11 Wall thimble 58DVA SC SQSC SC 5DT SC 5DSC 5DSC Storm collar 58DVA WFS 5DT FS 5DFSH Wall Fire stop 58DVA FS 5CS 5DT FS 5DFSP 5DFS 5DSPFS Ceiling Fire stop...

Page 40: ...ting with aluminum vent tape and apply sufficient self tapping screws Any Urbana Fireplace Flex Starter Adapter DV Flex Venting not supplied Flex End Adapter Any UrbanaApproved Rigid Venting Use gear...

Page 41: ...ember to consider elbows in the HORIZONTAL plane account for horizontal distance as stated above Use the corresponding exhaust restrictor setting indicated on the graph See the following section in th...

Page 42: ...member to consider elbows in the HORIZONTAL plane account for horizontal distance as stated above Use the corresponding exhaust restrictor setting indicated on the graph See the following section in t...

Page 43: ...es Tune the air shutter venturi in conjunction with restrictor WARNING Improperly set restrictor setting can cause overheating issues which can lead to building fire Rotate the dial counter clockwise...

Page 44: ...SEGMENTED LINER 1 PCE PART USED IN U30 U50 U70 50 3820 U50 INFINITY GLASS BEZEL BLACK 50 3827 U70 INFINITY GLASS BEZEL BLACK 50 3887 PF2 WIFI READY IFC PART USED IN U30 U50 U70 50 3888 PF2 WIFI READY...

Page 45: ...FUSE PART USED IN U30 U50 U70 Gaskets Part numbers U Series Firebox Glass gasket 20ft 50 3896 U Series Silicone Glass Gasket 4ft 50 3897 U30 Relief Gasket 2 pcs 50 3910 U50 U70 Relief Gasket 2 pcs 50...

Page 46: ...ame Check sensor hook is not touching pilot hood Check white sensor wire has rm connec on with IFC Check sensor hook for corrosion lm or debris Check pilot for healthly ground check pilot hood con nui...

Page 47: ...system Ensure ven ng system is properly set up Check ven ng con gura on is approved Check for ven ng obstruc ons Exhaust restrictor se ng Exhaust restrictor se ng too high Reduce exhaust restric on I...

Page 48: ...TOP LIGHT lumi re sup rieure TOP LIGHT lumi re sup rieure U70 ONLY uniquement contr leur IFC INSIDE l int rieur IFC fil PV N fil PV L fil PV interrupteur r initialisation interrupteur du br leur ante...

Page 49: ...____________________ SERIAL NUMBER ___________________________ DATE OF PURCHASE _____________ dd mm yyyy DATE OF INSTALLATION ___________ dd mm yyyy NATURAL GAS NAT PROPANE LPG INLET GAS PRESSURE ____...

Page 50: ...or the dealer including serial number Exclusions An expanded list of exclusions is available at www urbanafireplaces com warranty html This warranty does not cover Damage as a result of improper usag...

Page 51: ...MANUFACTURED BY SHERWOOD INDUSTRIES LTD 6782 OLDFIELD RD SAANICHTON BC CANADA V8M 2A3 www urbanafireplaces com July 2022 C 16582...

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