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MODEL: STRATFORD SI38DV

LEXINGTON FORGE 

DIRECT VENT GAS INSERT

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

 

WARNINGS

IF THE INFORMATION IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE 
NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION 
MAY  RESULT  CAUSING  PROPERTY  DAMAGE, 
PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.

–    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 

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.

WARNING:  Improper  installation,  adjustment, 
alteration, services 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.   

This appliance is only for use with the type of gas 
indicated  on  the  rating  plate. This  appliance  is 
not  convertible  for  use  with  other  gases,  unless  a 
certified kit is used. 
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*, 
permanently located, manufactured home, where not 
prohibited by local codes.

*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from 
the manufacturer. 

DUE TO  HIGH TEMPERATURES, THE 
APPLIANCE  SHOULD  BE  LOCATED 
OUT  OF TRAFFIC  AND  AWAY  FROM 
FURNITURE AND DRAPERIES.

CHILDREN  AND  ADULTS  SHOULD  BE 
ALERTED TO THE  HAZARDS  OF  HIGH 
SURFACE TEMPERATURE AND SHOULD 
STAY  AWAY  TO  AVOID  BURNS  OR 
CLOTHING IGNITION.

YOUNG  CHILDREN  SHOULD  BE 
SUPERVISED WHEN THEY  ARE  IN THE 
SAME ROOM AS THE APPLIANCE.

CLOTHING  OR  OTHER  FLAMMABLE 
MATERIAL  SHOULD  NOT  BE  PLACED 
ON OR NEAR THE APPLIANCE.

KEEP THE  ROOM  AREA  CLEAR  AND 
FREE FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS, 
GASOLINE,  AND  OTHER  FLAMMABLE 
VAPORS AND LIQUIDS.

READ BEFORE INSTALLING. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Summary of Contents for STRATFORD SI38DV

Page 1: ...mage Refer to this manual For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases unless a certified kit is used This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located manufactured home where no...

Page 2: ...mbling Optional Trim 25 Installing Trim 25 Installing On Off Switch 25 Operating Instructions 26 What To Do If You Smell Gas 26 Lighting Pilot for the First Time 26 Lighting Pilot 27 Lighting Burner 28 To Turn Off Gas 28 Adjusting Blower Speed 28 Air Shutter Adjustment Natural Gas Only 29 Glass Replacement 30 Cleaning and Maintenance 31 Venting System 31 Cleaning Glass 31 Pilot and Burner Flames 3...

Page 3: ... sealed If this unit is not properly installed by a qualified service person with glass door properly seated and sealed combustion leakage can occur CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to the flu with head aches dizziness and or nausea If you have these signs the insert may not have been installed properly Get fresh air at once Have the insert inspected a...

Page 4: ...ence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22 1 16 Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air in any way Provide adequate clearances around air openings into the combustion chamber along with adequate accessibility clearance for servicing and proper operation 17 Do not use insert if any part has been exposed to or under w...

Page 5: ... home approved The appliance must be prop erly connected to a venting system Hi Lo Knob PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS The efficiency rating of this appliance is a product thermal efficiency rating determined under continuous operating condi tions and was determined independently of any installed system Thermal Efficiency up to 80 CODE APPROVAL These appliances have been tested by CSA and found to comply ...

Page 6: ...upply Pressure 10 5 Maximum Supply Pressure 13 Minimum Supply Pressure 4 5 Minimum Supply Pressure 11 NOTE SI38DV model insert works without any electrical supply Blower must have electricity to operate INSTALLATION PLANNING Plan for the installation of your insert This includes determining the size of fireplace in which unit is to be installed length of venting to be used and finishing details an...

Page 7: ...eplace Opening Dimensions FIREPLACE AND INSERT DIMENSIONS A Fireplace opening height B Firebox width at insert depth E C Fireplace opening width D Firebox depth at insert back height F E Depth of insert F Insert back height MINIMUM FIREPLACE OPENING A 211 4 B 191 2 C 28 D 14 E 14 F 251 4 ...

Page 8: ...ing the gas fireplace insert consider the functioning needs of the fireplace Confirm the size of the fireplace cavity the design of the chimney and the availablility of the gas supply and electricity for the insert fan IMPORTANT Your direct vent insert is designed to be only vented vertically with a minimum height of 10 feet When the unit is installed into a woodburning fireplace the minimum dista...

Page 9: ...facing If it does it is considered a mantel and must meet the mantel requirements shown above HEARTH REQUIREMENTS The insert must be installed on a non combustible hearth extending a minimum of 12 from the fireplace opening local codes may require a larger hearth The hearth must also extend to both sides of the face see the table above for the exact width of the face Figure 3 Mantel Clearances Com...

Page 10: ... further eliminate dust This heater may be placed in a bedroom Please be aware of the large amount of heat this appliance produces when determining a location Minimum 211 4 The gas line should be installed prior to insert placement Run the on off switch wires to the right behind the surround panels Run the power cord either side of the insert along the face Use the leveling bolts for fireplaces wi...

Page 11: ...Fireplace Zero Clearance Requirements IMPORTANT Please review the following carefully It is normal for inserts fabricated of steel to give off some expansion and or contraction noises during the start up or cool down cycle Similar noises are found with your furnace heat exchanger or car engine It is not unusual for your Lexington Forge insert to give off some odor the first time it is burned This ...

Page 12: ... kit instructions Only a qualified installer service person should install venting system The installer must follow these safety rules Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection Use extreme caution when using ladders or when on rooftops Be aware of electrical wiring locations in walls and ceilings The following actions will void the warranty on your venting system Installation of any damaged ve...

Page 13: ... has been tested at altitudes ranging from sea level to 4 500 feet USA 0 2000 feet Canada In this testing heater with standard orifice burns correctly with just an air shutter adjustment If you need to resize orifice for use at high altitude contact your Lexington Forge dealer Figure 6 Venting Unit Exhaust Inlet Maximum Height 40 12 9 M Minimum Height 10 3 M Maximum 1 305mm Offset Figure 7 Connect...

Page 14: ...st Any cracks or damage inside chimney must be repaired The block off plate AI42AK43 must seal intake to the chimney space so that air is drawn down chimney for combustion air Block off Plate AI42AK43 non combustible materials Inlet Masonry Fireplace NOTE You may use either reline configuration with a masonry or zero clearance fireplace Exhaust Inlet Termination Kit part AI42TK43 4 100mm Exhaust U...

Page 15: ...nt Figure 12 Temporarily attach flex vent to top of chimney Leave some extra slack in flex vent 6 Slide insert into place Guide the manifold over the insert until it is fully in place Figure 13 7 Remove any slack from flex vent Attach manifold to insert Figure 13 8 Remove any excess slack in flex line Attach vent termination Figure 13 9 Replace baffle and brick liner Figure 12 Pulling On Excess Fl...

Page 16: ... supply Follow all local codes WARNING INSTALLATION ITEMS NEEDED Before installing insert and burner system make sure you have the items listed below External regulator supplied by installer Piping check local codes Sealant resistant to propane LP gas Test gauge connection Sediment trap optional but recomended Tee joint Pipe wrench approved flexible gas line with gas connector if allowed by local ...

Page 17: ... Figure 15 Locate sediment trap drip leg where it is within reach for cleaning Install in piping system between fuel supply and burner system Locate sediment trap drip leg where trapped matter is not likely to freeze A sediment trap traps moisture and contaminants This keeps them from going into the burner system gas controls If sediment trap drip leg is not installed or is installed wrong burner ...

Page 18: ...p and water solution or a gas sniffer 4 To adjust flame height turn HI LO knob to HI to get maximum pressure to burner Turn HI LO knob to LO to get minimum pressure 5 To check gas pressures at valve turn captured screw counter clockwise 2 or 3 turns and then place tubing to pressure gauge over test point Turn unit to high See Figure 16 After taking pressure reading be sure and turn captured screw ...

Page 19: ...ical connections should only be performed by a qualified licensed electrician Main power must be off when connecting to main electrical power supply or performing service All wiring shall be in compliance with all local city and state codes The appliance when installed must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code AN...

Page 20: ... fibers After handling the logs wash your hands gently with soap and water to remove any traces of fibers The positioning of the logs is critical to the safe and clean operation of this heater Sooting and other problems may result if the logs are not properly and firmly positioned in the appliance Never add additional logs or embellishments such as pine cones or vermiculite to the heater Only use ...

Page 21: ...e left base log 2 with pins on the left side of log support Install left base log See Figure 19 LOG PLACEMENT 5 Line up holes in the bottom of right log 3 with pins on burner and log support Place right base log 3 to the right of rear log 1 See Figure 20 Figure 20 Installing Right Log 3 Right Log 3 Pins ...

Page 22: ... Center Log 4 6 Line up holes in bottom left center log 4 with pins on front of burner See Figure 21 Left Center Log 4 Pins Figure 22 Installing Y Log 6 7 Line up holes in Y log 5 with pins on rear log 1 and left center log 4 See Figure 22 Top Y Log 5 ...

Page 23: ...rner surface and mesh of grate See Figures 23 and 24 Do not exceed 1 depth of coverage Lightly cover the airspace between logs and burner with small pieces rock wool for a better burner flame and glow See Figure 24 Also use additional small pieces of rock wool to lightly cover the airspace in front of burner See Figure 25 Figure 25 Covering Airspace in Front of Burner Rock Wool Burner ...

Page 24: ...acing side doors B through bracket holes of facing sides A Tighten nuts to secure in place See Figure 26 3 Slide top facing onto top of facing sides A See Figure 26 Figure 26 Installing Surround and Trim Nuts Top Facing Trim Top Double Stick Tape Trim Back of Trim Screws Facing Side A Facing Side A L Bracket Right Trim Side Shoulder Screws Facing Side B Facing Side B Pegs Slot Left Trim Side ...

Page 25: ...et into slots in back of trim Tighten screws with flat head screwdriver Make sure there are no gaps at the 45 angle INSTALLING ON OFF SWITCH 1 After installing surround and trim disconnect the on off switch from wires leading from heater 2 Insert switch into hole in upper right side of the trim See Figure 28 3 Reattach wires See Figure 28 INSTALLING TRIM 1 Slide trim over surround See Figure 26 pa...

Page 26: ...ire or explosion D Do not use this appliance if any part of it has been under water Immediately call a qualified service tech nician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control that has been under water OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS If you do not follow these instruction exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss o...

Page 27: ...ontrol has an interlock device It does not allow the lighting of the insert up to the moment the safety device of the flame has not interrupted the gas flow After that period of time when the magnet is closed it is possible to start the lighting operation The gas control knob is designed to be operated by hand DO NOT use any tools during this operation Damaged knobs may result in serious injury WA...

Page 28: ...nterclockwise to the ON position See Figure 31 It will take less than four 4 seconds for the burner to ignite PILOT POSITION Depress and turn knob to pilot position to keep burner off while maintaining the pilot light See Figure 32 Depress and turn knob clockwise to OFF position See Figure 33 TO TURN OFF GAS ADJUSTING BLOWER SPEED The internal blower helps transfer heat from heater into room It wi...

Page 29: ...y be adjusted for high altitude as follows To increase air mixture push up the adjustment rod located beneath the insert This opens the shutter more and will stop sooting See Figure 35 To decrease air mixture pull down the adjustment rod located beneath the insert This closes the shutter Flames will be more yellow See Figure 36 Figure 36 Pull Adjustment Rod Down to Close Air Shutter Figure 35 Push...

Page 30: ...e Make sure the joint is at the bottom and there is no gap 9 Slide door back down the hinges See Figure 37 Always use gloves when handling broken glass CAUTION Make sure the glass panel edges do not touch any metal parts during thermal expansion WARNING Figure 37 Removing Door from Hinges Figure 38 Replacing Glass Inside of Frame Shown NOTE Use only original Lexington Forge replacement parts Rope ...

Page 31: ...no more than two or three times a season Use a mild glass cleaner to clean the door Do not use abrasive cleaners They will damage the glass surface PILOT AND BURNER FLAMES Visually check pilot and burner flames periodically See Figure 39 for typical burner flame See Figure 40 for typical pilot flame Let glass cool before cleaning Do not clean glass when it is hot Damage could occur CAUTION Make su...

Page 32: ...G FIREBOX CLEANING 1 Carefully remove log set and embers from combustion chamber 2 Vacuum burner compartment thoroughly 3 Vacuum any dust off logs 4 Remove any lint from main burner and pilot 5 Carefully replace log set and embers in their correct positions See pages 20 through 23 6 Replace door if it has been removed 7 Relight pilot See page 27 8 Turn on main burners CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ...

Page 33: ...position to shut off gas to heater See step To Turn Off Gas page 28 Let heater cool for 15 minutes Remove glass See page 30 3 Carefully remove log set If logs are severely deteriorated replace logs Check logs for sooting A small amount of soot along bottom of logs is normal If excessive sooting is found heater must be adjusted Contact dealer where you bought heater 4 Clean burner and burner ports ...

Page 34: ...nd Ceiling of Unit 6 Inspect area behind access door Clean if necessary Check gas control valve and all gas lines If damaged do not use heater Contact your dealer 7 Start pilot and turn on main burner Flames should be orange yellow and not touch top of firebox If pilot or main burners do not burn correctly contact your dealer for service Monitor blower operation MAINTENANCE ...

Page 35: ...sconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation Verify proper operation after servicing CAUTION DESCRIPTION QTY PART NUMBER Blower 1 26D0748 Thermostat 1 23D6100 Speed Control 1 26D0746 Wire Harness 1 41D0203 BLOWER WIRING DIAGRAM ...

Page 36: ...36 47D0500 REPLACEMENT PARTS ...

Page 37: ...turi 2 45D0059 45D0059 12 Burner Gasket 2 45D0032 45D0032 13 Hi Lo Knob Extension 1 43D0095 43D0095 14 Knob Extension ON OFF 1 43D0094 43D0094 15 Ignitor Battery Module 1 45D0077 45D0077 16 Ignitor Wire Harness 1 45D0078 45D0078 17 ON OFF Wire Harness 1 48D0163 48D0163 18 3 8 Union 1 26D4500 26D4500 19 Nipple 7 5 x3 8 1 47D0541 47D0541 20 Grommet 1 45D0241 45D0241 21 Adjuster Rod 1 48D0109 48D0109...

Page 38: ...itor connections are good but there is no spark 3 Check for spark arcing from the elec trode to pilot Adjust and retighten 1 Check for proper connection of thermo couple to rear of valve 2 Bleed line Contact dealer 3 Check shutoff valve and gas supply LPG tank 1 Check switch connections Jump wires at switch 2 Check connections to valve Contact dealer 3 Turn up thermostat to start unit Check thermo...

Page 39: ...Y THE INSTALLER FOR WARRANTY PURPOSES AND FUTURE REFERENCE LEXINGTON FORGE Model _____________________________ Name of Owner Name of Installer Address Address Phone Phone Name of Dealer Address Phone Manufactured by LEXINGTON FORGE 149 Cleveland Drive Paris Kentucky 40361 U S A ...

Page 40: ...y or authorized service center shipping damage damage from improper use or neglect installation damage damage from unauthorized service incidental or consequential damage or negative pressure caused by mechanical systems such as furnaces fans clothes dryers etc TERMS This warranty shall be void if the appliance is not installed by qualified installer in accordance with the installation instruction...

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