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01-03

33606 Rev D

INSTALLATION & OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

BCDV36 BUILDERS CHOICE

DIRECT VENT DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE

WARNING!

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this

manual. For assistance or additional information, consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

BCDV36 BUILDERS CHOICE

U.S. PATENT 5,613,487

CAUTION:

Do not expose the appliance to the elements (such as rain, etc.).

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.

Immediately call your gas supplier from a

neighbors phone. Follow the gas suppliers

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 sup-

plier.

WARNING:

If the information in this manual

is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may

result causing property damage, personal in-

jury or loss of life.

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Page 1: ...ther 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 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 servic...

Page 2: ...ing materials etc It is imperative that the control compartment burners and circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean 4 This is a vented decorative gas appliance Do not burn wood or other material in this appliance 5 NEVER leave children unattended when there is a fire burning in the appliance 6 This appliance may only use the approved venting systems shown in these installation i...

Page 3: ...CPSC The tempered glass has been tested and certified to the requirements of ANSI Z97 1 1984 and CPSC 16 CFR 1202 Safety Glazing Certification Council SGCC 1595 and 1597 Architectural Testing Inc Reports 02 31919 01 and 02 31917 01 This statement is in compliance with SPCS 16 CFR Section 1201 5 Certification and labeling requirements which refers to 15 USC 2063 stating Such certificate shall accom...

Page 4: ...33606 Rev D 4 01 03 BUILDER S CHOICE SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TYPICAL HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION TYPICAL VERTICAL INSTALLATION All manuals and user guides at all guides com ...

Page 5: ...p 2 1 6 o t 2 1 0 n o i t a n i m r e t l a c i t r e v g n i h s a l F f o o R 9 6 P V n o i t c e S p i l S 9 6 4 1 9 P V n o i t c e S p i l S 4 1 9 4 2 4 1 P V n o i t c e S p i l S 4 2 4 1 I M 2 1 P V h t g n e l o t t u c e b n a c t i o s d e z i t i n u n o n n o i t c e S t n e V 2 1 I M 4 2 P V h t g n e l o t t u c e b n a c t i o s d e z i t i n u n o n n o i t c e S t n e V 4 2 H T P ...

Page 6: ...learances see Figure 2 1 Horizontal runs off of the back of the appliance to the wall shield 0 above the top of the appliance standoffs 1 sides and bottom of the vent 2 Horizontal runs inside a wall heat shields must be installed 3 air space on top of the vent 1 from sides and bottom of vent 3 Vertical runs 1 air space around the vent Figure 1 Appliance Locations Note Dimensions represent minimum ...

Page 7: ...lat surface When the appliance is installed directly on carpeting tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring the appliance shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the appliance Slide the appliance into position and level the appliance from side to side and front to back Shim as necessary Secure the appliance by bending out the nailing flan...

Page 8: ... in the wall Siding may be brought to the edge of the cap Install the cap as shown in Figure 6 The cap pipe sections should overlap the vent pipe by 1 1 2 Caulk the outside edges of the cap Local codes may require the installation of a shield product CS which prevents the cap from accidentally touching anything or anyone Figure 11 illustrates cap locations prescribed by current ANSI Z273 1 and CAN...

Page 9: ...the base of the cap See Figure 8 Figure 7 Rear Vented Appliances Figure 8 One 45 Elbow Figure 9 Two Elbows e Two Elbows Figure 9 shows various venting configura tions using two elbows to terminate horizon tally The maximum vertical run is 20 and the maximum horizontal run is 14 f Three Elbows One Elbow Horizontal Figure 10 shows various venting configurations using three elbows to terminate horizo...

Page 10: ...alk or paved driveway lo cated on public property 7 feet 2 1 m minimum A vent may not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved driveway which is located between two single family dwell ings and serves both dwellings M Clearance under veranda porch deck or balcony 12 inches 30 cm minimum Recommended 30 inches 76 cm for vinyl or plastic Only permitted if veranda porch deck or balcony is fully op...

Page 11: ... Support WARNING A gas appliance must not be connected to a chimney flue servicing a separate solid fuel burning appliance WARNING RISK OF FIRE Always maintain minimum clearances or greater around the chimney system Do not pack air spaces with insulation or other material WARNING The horizontal run of vent must have a 1 4 rise for every 1 of run towards the termination Never allow the vent to run ...

Page 12: ...ure draft free operation Trees buildings adjoining roof lines adverse conditions etc may create a need for a taller chimney should down drafting occur Figure 16 Installing the Firestop Spacer Figure 17 Chimney Height for Vertical Termination Roof Pitch H Min Ft Flat to 6 12 1 0 6 12 to 7 12 1 25 Over 7 12 to 8 12 1 5 Over 8 12 to 9 12 2 0 Over 9 12 to 10 12 2 5 Over 10 12 to 11 12 3 25 Over 11 12 ...

Page 13: ...t has completely locked into place See Figure 20 Note Squeezing the pipe slightly to fit may be necessary Note Make sure that the seams are not per fectly aligned to prevent unintentional discon nection Figure 19 Figure 20 Figure 21 3 ASSEMBLING MINIMUM INSTALLATIONS MI SECTIONS MI sections are non unitized so that they can be cut to a certain length To use these sections they must be cut to lengt...

Page 14: ...cured by driving two screws through the overlapping portions of the outer vent See Figure 22 This will secure the slip section to the desired length and prevent it from separating The slip section can then be attached to the next section of vent Figure 22 Figure 23 5 DISASSEMBLING VENT SECTIONS ONLY IF NECESSARY To disassemble any two pieces of pipe rotate either section so that the seams on both ...

Page 15: ...to or less than 1 2 psi 3 5 kPa 2 GAS PRESSURE On the standing pilot gas control valve a pressure tap is included on the front face of the valve Table 2 shows the optimum gas pressure information Consult your local gas company for assistance in determining the proper orifice for your altitude or refer to ANSI Z223 1 latest edition Table 2 Gas Information for Standing Pilot Appliances Figure 26 Con...

Page 16: ...sence of local codes with National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition or Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22 1 c Optional Accessories Requirements Wiring for optional accessories should be done now to avoid reconstruction 5 JUNCTION BOX INSTALLATION AND WIRING Refer to the installation instructions included with the JK9 Junction Box Kit and the insert of Figure 27 Note This appliance must be...

Page 17: ...UL Fire rating of Zero 0 3 HIGH TEMPERATURE SEALANT MATE RIAL Sealants that will withstand high temperatures General Electric RTV103 Black or equivalent Rutland Inc Appliance Mortar 63 or equivalent A high temperature sealant 1 8 wide minimum must be used to close off gaps between the appliance and facing to prevent cold air leaks See Figure 28 Figure 28 Finishing Materials 4 ATTACHING THE HOOD Th...

Page 18: ...above the burner tube This will provide a glowing ember look to the appliance when burning See Figure 31 4 GLASS AND SCREEN REPLACEMENT See page 22 of this manual Figure 30 BCDV36 Gas Log Set Figure 31 Placing the Rock Wool top logs removed for clarity WARNING RISK OF CARBON MONOXIDE Never operate this appliance with the glass removed or not sealed WARNING RISK OF CARBON MONOXIDE Do not hit or str...

Page 19: ...ch must be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly B BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor 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 yo...

Page 20: ...mbustible materials Gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids WARNING Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water L SEASONAL CHECKLIST 1 PRIOR TO OPERATION Before operating this appliance have a qualified technici...

Page 21: ... h t i w d e n a e l c t o n s i s s a l g e h t f I s g o l e v o m e r o t r e n a e l c e v i s a r b a n o n a e r i u q e r y a m s i h t g n i n r u b o s s a r B s a h c u s WARNING Never use gaso line gasoline type lantern fuel kero sene charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids in this appliance Keep any flam mable liquids a safe distance from the appli ance O MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 1 C...

Page 22: ...protection strips Vacuum all remaining glass pieces with a shop vac DO NOT VACUUM IF PIECES ARE HOT Replace glass only with a Heatilator glass panel assembly through your local distributor Never use substitute material Only fully tempered soda lime safety glass or ceramic glass may be used on this appliance 1 Lift and pull out upper grille and control access panel 2 Lift and pull out the bottom of...

Page 23: ...Motor Rheostat Control JK9 Junction Box Kit FK4 Fan Kit RC SMART HTL Remote Control RC BATT HTL Battery operated standing pilot Remote Control RC SMART BATT HTL Battey operated Remote Control with Thermostat Control RC SMART STAT HTL Remote Control with Thermostat Control MF1 MF2 High Low Flame Adjustment FK160 Fan Kit All manuals and user guides at all guides com ...

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Page 25: ...01 03 25 33606 Rev D BUILDER S CHOICE SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS HOMEOWNER S NOTES All manuals and user guides at all guides com ...

Page 26: ...33606 Rev D 26 01 03 BUILDER S CHOICE SERIES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS HOMEOWNER S NOTES All manuals and user guides at all guides com a l l g u i d e s c o m ...

Page 27: ... Shield 8 J Junction Box 16 23 L Lava Rock 18 Lighting Instructions 19 Local Codes 3 Location and Clearances 6 Log Removal Replacement 22 Log Set 18 M Maintenance Instructions 21 Mantel 7 Manufactured Housing Codes 3 Massachusetts 15 MF1 23 Minimum Installations 13 Multiple Vertical Termination 12 N Nomenclature 5 Noncombustible Material 17 O Obstructions 8 Optional Components 23 Q Quick Access La...

Page 28: ...rafting caused by tight sealing construction of the structure air handling devices such as exhaust fans or forced air furnaces or other causes 5 use of fuels other than those specified in the Operating Instructions 6 installation or use of components not supplied with the Appliance or any other components not expressly authorized and approved by HHT and or 7 modification of the Appliance not expre...

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