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An ANSI approved manual shut-off valve and union must be installed
upstream of the heater within the fireplace cavity when rigid pipe is
used. Ensure that a sediment trap is installed upstream of the heater
(figure 4) within the structure’s piping system to prevent moisture and
contaminants from passing through the pipe to the heater controls and
burner. Failure to do so could prevent the heater from operating reliably.
The heater gas inlet connection is 3/8” NPT at the regulator, located
below the burner, in the right hand side of the heater. When tightening
up the joint to the regulator hold the regulator securely with a wrench to
prevent the regulator from moving.
Turn on gas supply and test for gas leaks using a gas leak test solution
(also referred to as bubble leak solution).
NOTE: using a soapy water solution (50% dish soap, 50% water) is an
effective leak test solution, but it is not recommended, because the
soap residue that is left on the pipes/fittings can result in corrosion over
time.
A. Light the appliance (refer to the lighting instructions label in the con-
trol compartment or on page 9).
B. Brush all joints and connections with the gas leak test solution to
check for leaks. If bubbles are formed, or gas odor is detected, turn the
gas control knob (off/pilot/on) to the “OFF” position. Either tighten or
refasten the leaking connection, then retest as described above.
C. When the gas lines are tested and leak free, be sure to rinse off the
leak testing solution.
D. Observe the individual tongues of flame on the burner. Make sure all
ports are open and producing flame evenly across the burner. If any
ports are blocked, or partially blocked, clean out the ports.
The heater regulator
controls the burner
pressure which
should be checked at
the pressure test
points located on the
control valve itself
(shown in figure 5)
for burner (manifold)
and regulator setting
pressure.
The valve is found on
the centre of the
appliance behind the
valve cover.
Remove the cover
plate by unscrewing the four retaining screws. Release the test point
screws and ensure operating pressures are within the limits specified
in section 3 “Appliance data” on page 2 of these instructions.
The pressure should be checked with the gas heater burning and the
control set to high flame.
The pressure regulator on manual models is preset and locked to avoid
tampering. If the pressure is not as specified in the Appliance Data sec-
tion on page 2, replace the regulator with P/N FT/F730031 Replace the
test point screws after pressure measurement ensuring no gas leaks.
The gap between the
spark electrode and the
pilot should be 1/8” to
3/16” to produce a good
spark. There should be no
need to adjust this. If
under any circumstances
the piezo electric spark
fails, the pilot cannot be lit
manually.
The glass panel is supported by two
self-locking M6 screws, one on each
side of the fire. The glass panel must be
held in position while the screws are
inserted on each side - it is
recommended to seek assistance for
this operation. The screws should be
screwed in fully and then undone one
turn. to allow the glass panel to swing
open for access to the controls.
12.0 CHECKING THE GAS CONNECTIONS
IMPORTANT: HOLD HEATER REGULATOR WITH A
WRENCH TO PREVENT MOVEMENT WHEN CONNECTING
TO INLET PIPING.
Figure 4
13.0 GAS PRESSURE CHECK
Burner
(Manifold)
pressure
Regulator
pressure
setting
Figure 5
14.0 SPARK GAP
Figure 6
Spark gap
15.0 FITTING THE GLASS FACIA
11.0 CONNECTING A GAS LINE - continued
