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General Information
1.0 Introduction
Thank You and Congratulations for choosing an Archgard Gas Fireplace!
Pele (PAY-LAY)- The great Hawai'ian Volcano Goddess. She is said to live within the crater of the volcano Kilauea, located on the Big
Island of Hawai’i. Pele’s themes are unity, tradition, protection, creativity, and change. Her symbol is fire. Archgard's Pele 345 provides
a traditional and timeless fire that will provide protection as you unite with your loved ones in her glow.
This unrivaled flame is backed by the latest fireplace technology and designed to be the burning heart of your home. The Pele 345 is
one of the most advanced Direct Vent Insert heaters available today. It is solidly constructed and manufactured to the highest quality.
It is our aim to provide you with an appliance that brings many trouble-free years of reliable service. This manual provides information
regarding model number
345-DVTE31LN-1
.
Some of the many features of your
345-DVTE31LN-1
are:
•
Heater Classification
This fireplace is classified as a heating appliance. Therefore, it uses Direct Vent safety technology and it
is suitable for continuously operated zone heating.
•
High Efficiency
This fireplace has one of the highest efficiencies of any Direct Vent gas fireplace heaters, ensuring it is
less expensive to operate.
•
Adjustable Fan Speed This fireplace comes complete with an adjustable six speed circulation fan controlled with the remote.
•
Adjustable Flame
This fireplace provides the ability to adjust the flame aesthetics and heat output to suit the owner's liking
and heating needs.
•
Optional Adjustable
Lighting
Use the included remote to choose from six levels of accent lighting or leave the light off and allow the
flame to provide a flickering glow.
•
Solid Construction
This fireplace is mainly constructed of 16 and 18 gauge galvanized and aluminized coated steel for long
life and durability.
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Optional Accessories
Speak with your local Authorized Archgard Dealer for a full complement of decorative accessories to suit
your home's decor and personal tastes.
•
Electronic Control
System
This fireplace comes standard with the Dynamic Start Advantage. This new electronic ignition system
is the latest in fireplace technology. It helps to create a better draft, better flame appearance, less
condensation on the glass, and years of carefree operation. See
Section 17.4
for complete explanation
of how the system works.
•
Multiple Electronic
Pilot Settings
This fireplace uses a gas control valve that is operated by a Multifunction Remote Control. It can be
set up as either an Intermittent Pilot Ignition (IPI) system, or Continuous Pilot on Demand Ignition (CPI)
system (also known as a Pilot on Demand (POD)).
Please complete and submit the warranty registration card included in the back of this manual or by visiting us at:
www.archgard.com/warranty-registration
Model Number Definition (
345-DVTE31LN-1)
345
Diagonal dimension of the fireplace opening in inches (34.5)
DVT
Direct Vent Fireplace, Top Vented
E
Electronic Ignition
31
Natural Gas Input Rating in BTU
L
Traditional Log Set
N
Natural Gas (optional propane conversion kit available)
-1
Revision Number
CPI vs IPI:
Continuous Pilot on Demand Ignition (CPI)
: In this mode the
pilot runs continuously even when the main burner is off. The
Continuous Pilot on Demand Ignition operates on a seven day
cycle. If the main burner is not turned on for seven continuous
days, the pilot will turn itself off. When the main burner is lit
again the cycle repeats. The pilot will remain lit for seven days,
even after the main burner is turned off. If the main burner is lit
during a seven day timing cycle, the seven day timer will reset.
Intermittent Pilot Ignition (IPI)
: A fuel saving mode in which
the pilot is only used when the main burner is on.
This appliance is shipped in IPI mode. IPI mode is often the
preferred method, however, there are some situations where
it may be preferable to switch the fireplace into CPI mode. For
example, in colder climates the glass door or the front of the
fireplace could become very cold to the touch. Dynamic Start
Advantage will solve most problems experienced by older IPI
operated fireplaces.