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Heatilator  •  Novus B-Vent Series  •  4055-188  •  Rev. S  •   3/13

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Model(s):

NBV3630I, NBV3933I, 

NBV4236I, NBV4842I

B-Vent Gas Appliance

Owner’s Manual

Installation and Operation

DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL

NOTICE

•  Leave this manual with 

party responsible for use 
and operation.

Installation and service of this appliance should be 
performed by qualifi ed personnel. Hearth & Home 
Technologies suggests NFI certifi ed or factory trained 
professionals, or technicians supervised by an NFI 
certifi ed professional.

• Important operating 

a n d   m a i n t e n a n c e 
instructions included.

•  Read, understand and follow 

these instructions for safe 
installation and operation.

• 

DO NOT

 store or use gasoline or other fl am-

mable 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 suppli-
er’s instructions.

-  If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call 

the fi re department.

•  Installation and service must be performed 

by a qualifi ed installer, service agency, or the 
gas supplier.

WARNING: If the information in these 

instructions is not followed exactly, a fi re 
or explosion may result causing property 
damage, personal injury, or death.

In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts installation must be 
performed by a licensed plumber or gas fi tter.

A CO detector shall be installed in the room where the appliance 
in installed.

WARNING

This appliance has been supplied with an integral barrier 
to prevent direct contact with the fi xed glass panel. DO 
NOT operate the appliance with the barrier removed. 

Contact your dealer or Hearth & Home Technologies if the 
barrier is not present or help is needed to properly install one.

HOT SURFACES

Glass and other surfaces are hot during 
operation AND cool down.

Hot glass will cause burns.

• 

DO NOT

 touch glass until it is cooled

• 

NEVER allow children to touch glass

• 

Keep children away

•  CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as 

fi replace.

• 

Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.

High temperatures may ignite clothing or other fl ammable 
materials.

•  Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other fl ammable 

materials away.

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Summary of Contents for NBV3630I

Page 1: ...ire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier WARNING If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts installation must be performed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter A CO detector shall be in...

Page 2: ...el Ne Ne doit doit pas pas entre entre utilise utilise avec avec un un combustible combustible solide solide This This appliance appliance must must be be installed installed in in accordance accordance with with local local codes codes if if any any if if not not follow follow ANSI ANSI Z223 1 Z223 1 in in the the USA USA or or CAN CGA CAN CGA B149 B149 installation installation codes codes Insta...

Page 3: ... B Constructing the Appliance Chase 17 C Clearances 17 D Mantel and Wall Projections 18 6 Termination Locations A Vent Termination Minimum Clearances 19 7 Vent Information and Diagrams A Vent Guidelines 20 B Vent System Configuration 20 8 Vent Clearances and Framing A Pipe Clearances to Combustibles 21 B Wall and Ceiling Penetration Framing 21 C Vertical Penetration Framing 21 9 Appliance Preparat...

Page 4: ... In the case of new home construction warranty coverage begins on the date of first occupancy of the dwelling or six months after the sale of the product by an independent authorized HHT dealer distributor whichever occurs earlier The warranty shall commence no later than 24 months following the date of product shipment from HHT regardless of the installation or occupancy date The warranty period ...

Page 5: ...ABOVE WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS This warranty does not cover the following Changes in surface finishes as a result of normal use As a heating appliance some changes in color of interior and exterior surface finishes may occur This is not a flaw and is not covered under warranty Damage to printed plated or enameled surfaces caused by fingerprints accidents misuse scratches melted items or other external ...

Page 6: ...l not ignite and burn Such materials are those consisting entirely of steel iron brick tile concrete slate glass or plasters or any combination thereof Materials that are reported as passing ASTM E 136 Stan dard Test Method for Behavior of Materials in a Vertical Tube Furnace at 750 ºC and UL763 shall be considered non combustible materials D High Altitude Installations NOTICE If the heating value...

Page 7: ...panel DO NOT operate the appliance with the barrier removed Contact your dealer or Hearth Home Technologies if the barrier is not present or help is needed to properly install one HOT SURFACES Glass and other surfaces are hot during operation AND cool down Hot glass will cause burns DO NOT touch glass until it is cooled NEVER allow children to touch glass Keep children away CAREFULLY SUPERVISE chi...

Page 8: ...cause fireplace to overheat This fireplace has been supplied with an integral barrier to prevent direct contact with the fixed glass panel DO NOT operate the fireplace with the barrier removed Contact your dealer or Hearth Home Technologies if the barrier is not present or help is needed to properly install one For more information refer to the instructions supplied with your decorative door or fr...

Page 9: ...r by hand 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 DO NOT CONNECT LINE VOLT AGE 110 120 VAC OR 220 240 VAC TO THE CONTROL VALVE Improper installa...

Page 10: ...so be released from finishing materials and adhesives used near the appliance These circumstances may require additional curing related to the installation environment Film on the glass This is a normal result of the curing process of the paint and logs Glass should be cleaned within 3 to 4 hours of initial burning A non abrasive cleaner such as gas appliance glass cleaner may be necessary See you...

Page 11: ...properly maintained your fireplace will give you many years of trouble free service We recommend an nual service by a qualified service technician Doors Surrounds Fronts Frequency Annually By Homeowner Tools needed Protective gloves stable work surface Assess condition of screen and replace as necessary Inspect for scratches dents or other damage and repair as necessary Check that louvers are not ...

Page 12: ... continuity between pilot hood and flame sense rod Replace pilot as necessary IPI only Control Compartment and Firebox Top Frequency Annually By Qualified Service Technician Tools needed Protective gloves vacuum cleaner dust cloths Vacuum and wipe out dust cobwebs debris or pet hair Use caution when cleaning these areas Screw tips that have penetrated the sheet metal are sharp and should be avoide...

Page 13: ... around pipe Ceiling Firestop on floor of attic Listed B Vent Pipe Framing Header SECTION 5 Gas Line SECTION 11 Framing Headed off in Ceiling Joists SECTION 8 Mantel Mantel Leg SECTION 13 Surround Hearth Extension not required Optional Wall Switch Vertical Termination Cap Storm Collar Attic insulation shield not shown must be used here to keep insulation away from vent pipe if attic is insulated V...

Page 14: ...n to ensure maximum safety and benefit WARNING Risk of Fire or Explosion Damaged parts could impair safe operation DO NOT install damaged incomplete or substitute components Keep appliance dry C Tools and Supplies Needed Before beginning the installation be sure that the follow ing tools and building supplies are available Tape measure Framing material Pliers Noncorrosive leak check solution Hamme...

Page 15: ...nstall the intake on the side of the house towards prevailing winds during the heating season Ensure adequate outdoor air is supplied for combustion appliances and exhaust equipment Ensure furnace and air conditioning return vents are not located in the immediate vicinity of the fireplace Avoid installing the fireplace near doors walkways or small isolated spaces Recessed lighting should be of sea...

Page 16: ... NB94842I Model NB9 0I NB9 I NB942 I 5 5 Framing and Clearances A Selecting Appliance Location When selecting a location for the appliance it is important to consider the required clearances to walls see Figure 5 1 WARNING Risk of Fire or Burns Provide adequate clearance around air openings and for service access Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from...

Page 17: ... air infiltration barriers should be installed in the chase as per regional codes for the rest of the home Additionally in regions where cold air infiltration may be an issue the inside surfaces may be sheetrocked and taped for maximum air tightness To further prevent drafts the wall shield and ceiling firestops Figure 5 2 Clearances to Combustibles C Clearances NOTICE Install appliance on hard me...

Page 18: ...cified Framing or finishing material closer than the minimums listed must be constructed entirely of noncombustible materials i e steel studs concrete board etc Figure 5 3 Minimum Vertical and Maximum Horizontal Dimensions of Combustibles Mantels Figure 5 4 Combustible Mantel Leg or Wall Projections Acceptable on both sides of opening Mantel Legs or Wall Projections 1 in 25 mm min to perpendicular...

Page 19: ...ing 6 6 Termination Locations Fire Risk Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as specified DO NOT pack air space with insulation or other materials Failure to keep insulation or other materials away from vent pipe may cause overheating and fire WARNING Figure 6 2 Multiple Termination Caps 12 X 8 ft 2 44 m Lowest Discharge Opening Termination Cap Roof Pitch is X 12 Vertical wall H min Minimum hei...

Page 20: ...s tested and listed to these specifications Appliance performance will suffer if specifications are not followed Rise to Run Ratio 2 1 Maximum Total Horizontal Run 30 Feet Minimum Total Vertical Rise 12 Feet Maximum Total Vertical Rise 60 Feet Maximum Number of Elbows Four 90º or Eight 45º WARNING Fire Risk Explosion Asphyxiation DO NOT connect this gas appliance to a chimney flue serving a separa...

Page 21: ...ufacturer s instructions to provide adequate clear ances Use same size framing materials as those used in the wall or ceiling construction Firestop spacers must be used in wall and ceiling penetrations per the B Vent pipe manufacturer s specifications and national regional and local codes Note MUST terminate vertically C Vertical Penetration Framing WARNING Fire Risk DO NOT allow loose materials o...

Page 22: ... Fire Asphyxiation DO NOT draw out side combustion air from Wall floor or ceiling cavity Enclosed space such as an attic or garage Close proximity to exhaust vents or chimneys Fumes or odor may result The outside air kit can only be installed on the left side of the appliance Refer to the installation instructions provided with the kit Figure 9 1 Outside Air Kit Installation B Gas and Electrical C...

Page 23: ...ring Vent Sections Secure vent sections with vent supports following B vent manufacturer s instructions WARNING Risk of Fire or Explosion Use vent run supports per vent manufacturer s installation instructions Connect vent sections per vent manufacturer s installation instructions Maintain all clearances to combustibles Maintain specified slope if required Improper support may allow vent to sag or...

Page 24: ...ion High pressure will damage valve Low pressure may cause explosion Verify inlet pressures Verify minimum pressures when other household gas appliances are operating Install regulator upstream of valve if line pressure is greater than 1 2 psig 11 11 Gas Information Gas Pressure Natural Gas Propane Minimum inlet pressure 5 0 in w c 11 0 in w c Maximum inlet pressure 10 0 in w c 13 0 in w c Manifol...

Page 25: ...nts This appliance may be used with a wall switch wall mounted thermostat and or a remote control Wiring for optional Hearth Home Technologies approved accessories should be done now to avoid reconstruction Follow instructions that come with those accessories A Wiring Requirements NOTICE This appliance must be electrically wired and grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of loca...

Page 26: ... WHT GRN GRN wire only used with optional wall switch WSK MLT HTL D Electrical Service and Repair WARNING Risk of Shock Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation Verify proper operation after servicing Figure 12 2 Intellifire Pilot Ignition IPI Wiring Diagram WARNING Risk of Shock Replace damaged wire with type 105 C rat...

Page 27: ...Detail NOTICE DO NOT wire 110 120 VAC to wall switch Red Switch Switch Box Red Black Black Green Green White Power Supply Wires White Red Black Green White Minimum 14 3 AWG with Ground Junction Box Knockout Figure 12 4 Junction Box Wired to Wall Switch or BC10 E Junction Box Installation If the box is being wired from the OUTSIDE of the appli ance Remove the cover plate located on the outer shell ...

Page 28: ...el Leg or Perpendicular Wall Top of Appliance Drywall A B 13 13 Finishing A Mantel and Wall Projections WARNING Risk of Fire Comply with all minimum clear ances as specified Framing closer than the minimums listed must be constructed entirely of noncombustible materials i e steel studs concrete board etc Failure to comply could cause fire Figure 13 1 Minimum Vertical and Maximum Horizontal Dimensi...

Page 29: ...e Facing and or finishing materials must never overhang into the glass opening Observe all clearances when applying combustible materials Seal joints between the finished wall and appliance top and sides using a 300 F minimum sealant Refer to Figure 13 3 WARNING Risk of Fire DO NOT apply combustible ma terials beyond the minimum clearances Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as spec...

Page 30: ...to Section 16 WARNING Rick of Fire and Electric Shock Use ONLY Hearth Home Technologies approved optional acces sories with this appliance Using non listed accessories could result in a safety hazad and will void the warranty Figure 14 2 Lift up on Screen Package Figure 14 3 Remove Screen Package Latches both bottom and top Glass Assembly Figure 14 4 Glass Assembly D Removing Fixed Glass Assembly ...

Page 31: ...necessary to use the entire bag Save the remaining rockwool for future use I Place the Vermiculite Sprinkle on top of lava rock Rockwool Lava Rock Vermiculite Figure 14 5 Placement of Rockwool Lava Rock and Vermiculite H Place the Lava Rock See Figure 14 5 J Replacing Fixed Glass Assembly Set the glass panel on the lower two or four glass assembly latches ensuring the glass panel is centered in th...

Page 32: ... Tighten the four screws See Figure 14 10 Figure 14 9 Removing Hood Figure 14 10 Installing Hood L Remove Screen Protector Cut the tape on top of the screen protector See Figure 14 7 Open the screen protector and remove the screen See Figure 14 8 Figure 14 8 Remove Screen Protector Figure 14 7 Cut Packaging Tape M Unpackage the Hood Remove hood from appliance as shown in Figure 14 9 HOOD ...

Page 33: ...screws in the columns See Figure 14 12 Open Figure 14 11 Magnetic Touch Latch Open Hang Screen on Shoulder Screws Figure 14 12 Hang Screen Rotate the screen in at the bottom until it touches the magnetic touch latches See Figure 14 13 Press in on the bottom of the screen until the magnetic touch latches close See Figure 14 14 Figure 14 13 Rotate the Screen Down Figure 14 14 Press on Bottom of Scre...

Page 34: ...rted or loose connection in wiring configuration or wiring har ness Remove and reinstall the wiring harness that plugs into module Verify there is a tight fit Verify pilot assembly wiring to module Re move and verify continuity of each wire in wiring harness Replace any damaged components c Improper wall switch wiring Verify that 110 VAC power is ON to junction box d Module not grounded Verify bla...

Page 35: ...ilot orifice is installed and gas inlet is set to pressure specifications Polish flame sensing rod with fine steel wool to remove any contaminants that may have accumulated on flame sensing rod c Module is not grounded Verify module is securely grounded to metal chassis of appliance Verify that wire harness is firmly connected to the module d Damaged pilot assembly or contami nated flame sensing r...

Page 36: ... Appliance Dimensions A B 31 1 2 in 800 mm 1 1 2 in 38 mm 19 1 8 in 486 mm 11 5 8 in 295 mm C 3 in 76 mm 6 1 2 in 165 mm 2 3 8 in 60 mm 13 1 4 in 337 mm 8 in 203 mm 2 in 51 mm 34 1 2 in 876 mm Gas Line Access Gas Line Access Electrical Access 34 in 864 mm A B C inches 35 30 8 5 8 mm 889 762 219 inches 38 33 11 5 8 mm 965 838 295 inches 41 36 14 5 8 mm 1041 914 371 inches 47 42 20 5 8 mm 1194 1067 ...

Page 37: ...s Beginning Manufacturing Date Feb 2008 Ending Manufacturing Date Active 21 22 23 20 19 5 6 10 24 12 13 11 17 16 15 14 8 7 9 18 3 1 4 2 Part number list on following page Log Set Assembly Novus Gas Fireplace BV 03 13 NBV3630I NBV3933I NBV4236I NBV4842I B ServiceParts ...

Page 38: ...hield 4031 217 9 Glass Latch Assembly Pkg of 2 33858 2 Y 10 Hearth Pan 4055 109 11 Burner Assembly 4055 046 Y 12 Valve Assembly Refer to valve page 13 Gasket Valve Plate 4055 135 14 Glass Frame Assembly GLA4031 539 Y 15 Hood 4055 213 16 Screen Assembly SRV4055 995 Y 17 Fan Shield 4031 289 18 Magnetic Touch Latch Qty 2 req 4021 650 Y 19 Not replaceable must order overlay 4018 001 4055 194 20 4055 1...

Page 39: ...031 206 8 Glass Shield 4031 218 9 Glass Latch Assembly Pkg of 2 33858 2 Y 10 Hearth Pan 4055 110 11 Burner Assembly 4055 047 Y 12 Valve Assembly Refer to valve page 13 Gasket Valve Plate 4055 135 14 Glass Frame Assembly GLA4031 540 Y 15 Hood 4055 214 16 Screen Assembly SRV4055 993 Y 17 Fan Shield 4031 290 18 Magnetic Touch Latch Qty 2 req 4021 650 Y 19 Not replaceable must order overlay 4018 001 4...

Page 40: ...3 7 Dry Wall Lip 4031 207 8 Glass Shield 4031 219 9 Glass Latch Assembly Pkg of 2 33858 2 Y 10 Hearth Pan 4055 111 11 Burner Assembly 4055 047 Y 12 Valve Assembly Refer to valve page 13 Gasket Valve Plate 4055 135 14 Glass Frame Assembly GLA4031 095 Y 15 Hood 4055 215 16 Screen Assembly SRV4055 991 Y 17 Fan Shield 4031 290 18 Magnetic Touch Latch Qty 2 req 4021 650 Y 19 Not replaceable must order ...

Page 41: ...hield 4031 220 9 Glass Latch Assembly Pkg of 2 33858 2 Y 10 Hearth Pan 4055 112 11 Burner Assembly 4055 049 Y 12 Valve Assembly Refer to valve page 13 Gasket Valve Plate 4055 135 14 Glass Frame Assembly GLA4031 096 Y 15 Hood 4055 216 16 Screen Assembly SRV4055 989 Y 17 Fan Shield 4031 290 18 Magnetic Touch Latch Qty 2 req 4021 650 Y 19 Not replaceable must order overlay 4018 001 4055 197 20 4055 1...

Page 42: ...r Shutter Assembly 4055 202 Y 12 5 Valve Bracket 4055 205 12 6 Flex Ball Valve Assembly 302 320A Y 12 7 Valve NG 750 500 Y Valve LP 750 501 Y 12 8 Brass Fitting Pkg of 5 303 315 5 y 12 9 3 Volt Transformer 583 593A Y 12 10 Module 593 592 Y 12 11 Module Wire Assembly 593 590A Y 12 12 Gasket Bulkhead 4021 049 12 13 Bulkhead Flexible 4021 512 Y Wire Assembly Wall Switch 2118 170 Y Orifice NG 083 NBV3...

Page 43: ...tional Components E D A C B LDS BV Decorative Shroud 20 in 508 mm 17 in 432 mm 9 3 8 in 238 mm TCG375 Terra Cotta Cap See your Heatilator dealer for a complete listing of optional components Catalog A B C E E LDS BV in 26 12 5 15 5 22 23 mm 660 318 394 533 584 ...

Page 44: ...__________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ Printed in U S A Copyright 2013 Please contact your Heatilator dealer with any questions or concerns For the location of your nearest Heatilator dealer please visit www heatilator com Heatilator a brand of Hearth Home Technologies 7571 215th Street West Lakeville MN 55044 www heatilator com DO NOT D...

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