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Quadra-Fire  •  QVI-25FB-S  •  2031-910  Rev. G  •  6/09

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Model:
QVI-25FB-S

•  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.

Owner’s Manual

Installation and Operation

DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL

CAUTION

This appliance may be installed as an OEM installation in 
manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home and must be 
installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and 
the manufactured home construction and safety standard, 

Title 

24 CFR, Part 3280 

or 

Standard for Installation in Mobile Homes, 

CAN/CSA Z240MH.                                                                      

This appliance is only for use with the type(s) of gas indicated 
on the rating plate. 

•  Leave this manual with 

party responsible for use 
and operation.

DO NO

T

DISCARD

R

• 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.

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 is installed.

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.

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.

Summary of Contents for QVI-25FB-S

Page 1: ... on the rating plate Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation DO NOT DISCARD R Important operating and maintenance instructions included Read understand and follow these instructions for safe installation and operation In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts installation must be performed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter a CO detector shall be installed in the room where the ...

Page 2: ... in in the the USA USA or or CAN CGA CAN CGA B149 B149 installation installation codes codes Installer Installer l appareil l appareil selon selon les les codes codes ou ou reglements reglements locaux locaux ou ou en en l absence l absence de de tels tels reglements reglements selon selon les les codes codes d installation d installation CAN CGA B149 CAN CGA B149 Type Type of of Gas Gas Sorte Sor...

Page 3: ...liance A Venting Components 12 B Connecting Vent Pipe 12 C Placing Securing and Leveling the Appliance 14 D Installing Adaptor and Termination Cap 15 8 Gas Information A Fuel Conversions 16 B Gas Pressures 16 C Gas Connection 16 9 Electrical Information A Wiring the Appliance 18 B Junction Box Installation 19 C Installation for Fan Optional 19 10 Finishing A Mantel Projections 21 11 Appliance Setu...

Page 4: ... to ANSI standards for Vented Gas Appliance Heaters and applicable sections of Gas Burn ing Heating Appliances for Manufactured Homes and Recreational Vehicles and Gas Fired Appliances for Use at High Altitudes Models U S or Canada Maximum Input BTU h Minimum Input BTU h Orifice Size DMS QVI 25FB S NG US 0 2000 FT 29 650 21 000 36 CANADA 2000 4500 FT 26 600 18 900 37 QVI25FB S LP US 0 2000 FT 27 0...

Page 5: ...ocal regional state and national codes and regulations Consult insurance carrier local building fire officials or authorities having jurisdiction about restrictions installation inspection and permits A Design and Installation Considerations Quadra Fire direct vent gas appliances are designed to operate with all combustion air siphoned from outside of the building and all exhaust gases expelled to...

Page 6: ...acture lines or spider webbing on the surface of the material Cracks that are less than 1 32 in wide and less than 3 in long If cosmetically unacceptable such cracks may be repaired with the SRV PACK service kit See Service Parts List Cracks that are unacceptable Cracks greater than 1 32 in wide and 3 in long are at risk of growing Cracks that penetrate entirely through the firebrick material Insp...

Page 7: ...c and away from furniture and draperies The firebrick refractory glass doors screen rails screen mesh and log grates can be removed from a factory built firebox in order to gain minimum gas insert opening requirements Any smoke shelves shields and baffles may be removed from the factory built firebox if attached with mechanical fasteners The metal floor of the solid fuel firebox may be removed to ...

Page 8: ...isk Locate and install appliance to all clearance specifications in manual Fire Risk Odor Risk Clearance to combustible material under the insert is 1 4 inch 0 6 cm Use leveling legs to raise insert minimum 1 4 inch above combustible material or outer wrap of factory built firebox TOP OF UNIT MANTEL 12 in MAX 12 in MAX WARNING WARNING ...

Page 9: ... 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 to 12 12 4 0 Over 12 12 to 14 12 5 0 Over 14 12 to 16 12 6 0 Over 16 12 to 18 12 7 0 Over 18 12 to 20 12 7 5 Over 20 12 to 21 12 8 0 Figure 4 1 Minimum height from roof to lowest discharge opening 4 4 Termination Locations 3 foot minimum in snow regions WARNING HORIZONTAL OVERHANG VERTICAL WALL GAS DIRECT...

Page 10: ...ion of this appliance or other appliances connected to the flue Vent this appliance directly outside Use separate vent system for this appliance B Horizontal Venting Horizontal venting is NOT allowed 5 5 Vent Information and Diagrams A Vent Table Key The abbreviations listed in this vent table key are used in the vent diagrams Symbol Description VMIN Minimum Vertical Run Length 14 ft VMAX Maximum ...

Page 11: ...id fuels unless all original parts have been replaced and the fireplace re approved by the authority having jurisdiction F Remote Control The receiver for the remotes must be installed BETWEEN the base pan of the insert and the firebox of the wood burning fireplace see photo below Note If the factory built fireplace has no gas access hole provided an access hole of 1 inch 25 mm diameter or less ma...

Page 12: ...rence instructions in the termination kit Install the 3 inch flexible vent pipe s down through the chimney Secure the exhaust flexible vent pipe to the 3 foot section stainless steel flexible vent pipe using the factory installed 3 inch collar in the stainless steel section of pipe see Figure 7 1 Use 3 screws to attach either a 4 foot or 30 foot section of inlet air vent to the inlet collar on the...

Page 13: ...ZC ADPB For Flashing Class A Pipe TERMINATION CAP SQUARE FLASHING REMOVED EXHAUST VENT PIPE SUPPLIED WITH TERMINATION KIT INLET AIR VENT COLLAR LINK DV30 SHOWN ALTERNATIVE INSTALLATION FOR VENTING THROUGH WOOD BURNING CLASS A PIPE CLASS A WOOD PIPE Note Inspect for exhaust collar gasket to insure positive exhaust seal LOCKING TAB LOCKING HANDLE SLIDING PLATE ...

Page 14: ...ether to shorten Install fiberglass insulation pieces to back face of surround Attach surround Follow instructions accompanying surround Push insert so that surround becomes tight against face of fireplace Fire Risk Only an approved Hearth Home Technologies surround may be used to cover integral grills on solid fuel burning fireplaces No other components such as shrouds sheet metal plates etc may ...

Page 15: ...f with self tapping screws included in kit Figure 7 4 To help eliminate cold air drafts it may be necessary to place non combustible insulation around the flues as they go though the damper Note The LINK DV4 30B system REQUIRES this insulation Masonry Factory Built Wood Burning EXHAUST AIR VENT PIPE TERMINATION CAP LINK DV30B Installation LINK DV4 30B Installation INLET AIR VENT PIPE WARNING DO NO...

Page 16: ... 1 2 psig Close the manual shutoff valve BEFORE pressure testing gas line at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psig Verify inlet pressures High pressure may cause overfire condition Low pressure may cause explosion Verify minimum pressures when other household gas appliances are operating Install regulator upstream of valve if line pressure is greater than 1 2 psig NOTE Gas line may be run ...

Page 17: ... check with the local gas utility If installing this appliance at an elevation above 4500 feet in Canada check with local authorities CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS Explosion Risk Fire Risk Asphyxiation Risk Check all fittings and connections Do not use open flame After the gas line installation is complete all connections must be tightened and checked for leaks with a commercially available non corrosive le...

Page 18: ...ntrol See Figure 9 2 for junction box wiring Prevent accidental appliance operation when not attended Unplug or remove batteries from remote control if absent or if appliance will not be used for an extended period of time Property damage possible from elevated temperatures CAUTION ON OFF ON OFF SWITCH REMOTE SWITCH PIGTAIL OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH THERMOSTAT OR REMOTE STANDING PILOT WHT RED VALVE Not...

Page 19: ...ed Detach flexible liner from back of unit if insert is installed Remove the four screws on the cover plate see Figure 9 3 Figure 9 3 RUBBER GROMMETS FAN ATTACH GROUND WIRE COVER PLATE Bend up the tabs on the base pan see Figure 9 4 Place the blower in between the bend up tabs Install and wire the blower per instruction shipped with the fan The ground wire of the fan can clip on the side of the ba...

Page 20: ...T GROUND WHT BLK BLK BLK REMOTE RECEPTACLE INSERT STUD THROUGH HOLE AND SECURE WITH WING NUT WING NUT TEMP SWITCH BRACKET FAN TEMPERATURE SENSOR SWITCH SPEED CONTROL RHEOSTAT REMOTE OUTLET FAN OUTLET BEND UP TABS JUNCTION BOX NOTE If any of the original wire as supplied with the appliance must be replaced it must be replaced with type 105º crated wire NOTE Do NOT install blower if using operable g...

Page 21: ... vertical and corresponding maximum horizontal dimensions of appliance mantels or other combustible projections above the top front edge of the appliance not the surround 10 10 Finishing Figure 10 1 Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Appliance TOP OF UNIT MANTEL 12 in MAX 12 in MAX ...

Page 22: ...lacement Explosion Risk Follow ember placement instructions in manual Do NOT place embers directly over burner ports Replace ember material annually Improperly placed embers interferes with proper burner operation Placing the Ember Material Ember material is shipped with this gas appliance To place the ember material Embers CANNOT be placed directly over ports When placing Glowing Embers onto the ...

Page 23: ...NT INSTRUCTIONS Log Placement CAUTION Logs are fragile Carefully remove the logs from the packaging LOG 1 FIREBOX LEDGE FIREBOX FIREBOX LEDGE LOG 1 SRV2032 701 Place log 1 on the firebox ledge as shown The front portion of the log should hang over the ledge as shown The log should be placed all the way back and in the center of the ledge 1 1 ...

Page 24: ...the tab on right front of the burner such that left end of log contacts log tab near the center of the burner LOG 2 SRV2032 702 Position log 2 by locating its slot over the tabs on left front of the burner 2 2 3 3 LOG 4 SRV340 704 Place log 4 across log 1 and log 2 in the grooved out areas as shown 4 4 2 1 ...

Page 25: ... LATCH GLASS ASSEMBLY PULL TO RELEASE LEFT SIDE G Air Shutter Setting Optimal flame appearance is dependent on the air shutter setting Adjustments should be made by a qualified technician Handle glass doors with care Inspect the gasket to ensure it is undamaged Inspect the glass for cracks chips or scratches Do NOT strike slam or scratch glass Do NOT operate appliance with glass door removed crack...

Page 26: ...ion manual provided with this appliance For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier 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 WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNI...

Page 27: ...on and ventilation air If not installed operated and main tained in accordance with the man ufacturer s instructions this product could expose you to substances in fuel or fuel combustion which are known to the State of California to cause can cer birth defects or other reproduc tive harm Keep burner and control compartment clean See installation and operating instructions accompanying appliance C...

Page 28: ...products used in the paint and logs During this break in period it is recommended that some windows in the house be opened for air circulation This will help avoid setting off smoke detectors and help eliminate any odors associated with the appliance s initial burning Figure 12 1 Proper Pilot Flame If adjustment is needed remove cap screw from gas valve using 1 8 inch standard screwdriver see Figu...

Page 29: ...ce Combustible materials may ignite ISSUE SOLUTIONS Condensation on the glass This is a result of gas combustion and temperature variations As the appliance warms this condensation will disappear Blue flames This is a result of normal operation and the flames will begin to yellow as the appliance is al lowed to burn for 20 to 40 minutes Odor from appliance When first operated this appliance may re...

Page 30: ...me impingement Ensure that the thermocouple connection at the gas valve is fully inserted and tight hand tighten plus 1 4 turn Disconnect the thermocouple from the valve place one millivolt meter lead wire on the tip of the thermcouple and the other meter lead wire on the thermocouple copper lead Start the pilot and hold the valve knob in If the millivolt reading is less than 15mV replace the ther...

Page 31: ...tank Check the LP propane tank Refill the fuel tank b Inner vent pipe leaking exhaust gases back into the system Check venting system for damage Replace repair improperly assembled pipe sections c Glass too loose and air tight packet leaks in corners after usage Replace glass panel assembly d Bad thermopile or thermocouple Replace if necessary e Improper vent cap installation Check for proper inst...

Page 32: ...sembly with care NOTE Clean glass after initial 3 4 hours operation Longer operation without cleaning glass may cause a permanent white film on glass CAUTION When cleaning glass door Avoid striking scratching or slamming glass Do NOT use abrasive cleaners Use a hard water deposit glass cleaner on white film Do NOT clean glass when hot Turn off appliance after 3 4 hours of operation and ALLOW TO CO...

Page 33: ...t condition warpage corrosion or perforation Sand and repaint as necessary 2 Replace appliance if firebox has been perforated Burner Ignition and Operation 1 Verify burner is properly secured and aligned with pilot or igniter 2 Clean off burner top inspect for plugged ports corrosion or deterioration Replace burner if necessary 3 Replace ember materials with new dime size and shape pieces Do not b...

Page 34: ... 16 in 27 mm Two 2 13 16 in 71 mm B 4 3 8 in 111 mm 1 9 16 in 40 mm 15 15 Reference Materials A Appliance Dimension Diagram Dimensions are actual appliance dimensions Use for reference only For framing dimensions and clearances refer to Section 3 QVI 25FB S MODEL DIMENSIONS Location Inches Millimeters A 20 3 8 517 B 9 11 16 246 C 29 3 4 756 D 22 5 7 577 E 14 5 8 371 F 14 3 4 375 G 18 15 16 481 H 1...

Page 35: ...cessory Kits see Figure 15 3 Flash Damp Zero clearance damper flashing kit for use with LINK DV 30B or LINK DV4 30B liner kits LINK ZC ADP Zero clearance chimney adapter SVRLINK ADP Adapter kit colinear to coaxial 3 inches included in above kits FLEX3 30 One 3 inch flexible liner expands to 30 feet FLEX3 30 2 Two 3 inch flexible liners expands to 30 feet each FLEX CNCT Connector kit 3 inch liner t...

Page 36: ... Rev G 6 09 36 Service Parts Diagram QVI 25FB S R Beginning Manufacturing Date Oct 2007 Ending Manufacturing Date ______ C Service Parts List Part number list on following page Log Set Assembly 4 2 1 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 ...

Page 37: ...5 10 Burner Key 2019 166 11 Burner NG LP 2031 003 Y 12 Burner Drop Plate 2019 164 13 Grate Assembly 2031 020 14 Glass Door Assembly GLA 2019 Y 15 Surround Mount Right 2019 205 Surround Mount Left 2019 196 16 Access Plate 2019 116 Blower Assembly Optional GFK 160A Glass Latch Assembly Right QTY 2 Req 339 121A Y Glass Latch Assembly Left QTY 2 Req 386 122A Y Junction Box 040 250A Y Mineral Wool 050 ...

Page 38: ... Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION COMMENTS PART NUMBER 1 Pilot Assembly NG 2103 010 Y Pilot Assembly LP 2103 011 Y 2 Orifice NG 36B 567 801 Y Orifice LP 52B 074 801 Y 3 Flexible Gas Connector 567 301A Y 4 Piezo Ignitor 291 513 Y 5 Valve Bracket 2019 107 6 Valve NG 230 0710 Y Valve LP 230 0720 Y 7 Flex Ball Valve Assembly 302 320A Y Valve Assembly Parts List QVI 25FB S R Service Parts Valve Assembly 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 39: ...Quadra Fire QVI 25FB S 2031 910 Rev G 6 09 39 D Limited Lifetime Warranty Î ...

Page 40: ...Quadra Fire QVI 25FB S 2031 910 Rev G 6 09 40 B Limited Lifetime Warranty continued Î ...

Page 41: ..._____________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ Printed in U S A Copyright 2009 R This product may be covered by one or more of the following patents United States 4593510 4686807 4766876 4793322 4811534 5000162 5016609 5076254 5113843 5191877 5218953 5263471 5328356 5341794 5347983 5429495 5452708 5542407 5601073 56134...

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