Chelan B-Vent (700 B-Vent) Gas Stove and Fireplace Insert ¥ Freestanding Stove ¥ Masonry Fireplace Insert ¥ Factory Built (Z.C.) Fireplace Insert Listed WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service 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.
P AGE 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ¥ IF YOU SMELL GAS: * Do not light any appliance * Extinguish any open flame * Do not touch any electrical switch or plug or unplug anything * Open windows and vacate building * Call gas supplier from neighbor's house, if not reached, call fire department ¥ This unit must be installed by a qualified installer to prevent the possibility of an explosion. Your dealer will know the requirements in your area and can inform you of those people considered qualified.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (CONTINUED) ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ A A ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ AA AA AA AA A Do not place clothing or other flammable items on or near the heater. Because this heater can be controlled by a thermostat there is a possibility of the heater turning on and igniting any items placed on or near it. The viewing glass should be opened for service only (see the maintenance section of this manual). Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the heater.
P AGE 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information Operating Your Heater Introduction & Important Information............1 Safety Precautions ..................................2 Features & Specifications..........................5 Before You Begin ....................................16 Location of Controls .................................16 Starting The Pilot.....................................17 Starting the Heater for the First Time ...........18 Turning the Heater On and Off ...................
FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Installation Options: P AGE 5 Features: ¥ ¥ Freestanding ¥ ¥ Masonry Fireplace Insert ¥ Zero-Clearance (Metal) Fireplace Insert ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ Works During Power Outages (millivolt system) High Efficiency; Up to 80% for Natural Gas, 82% for LP (Steady State) Optional Thermostat or Remote Control Realistic "Wood Fire" Look Convenient Operating Controls Variable-Rate Heat Output Quiet Blower for Effective Heat Distribution Low Maintenance Heating Specifications: Approximate He
P AGE 6 STOVE INSTALLATION - For qualified installers only! Installation Preparation ! ! ! This appliance must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any; if not, follow ANSI Z223.1 and the requirements listed in this manual. Failure to follow all of the requirements may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Notify your insurance company before hooking up this heater. The requirements listed below are divided into sections. All requirements must be met simultaneously.
STOVE INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! P AGE 7 Heater Placement Requirements ¥ ¥ ? ¥ Heater must be installed on a level surface capable of supporting the heater and vent Due to the high temperature of the heater, it should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies. Heater must be placed so no combustibles are within, or can swing within 36" of the front of the heater (e.g.
P AGE 8 STOVE INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! Vent Requirements ! ! ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ Always maintain the required 1" clearance (air space) to combustible materials to prevent a fire hazard. Do not fill air spaces with insulation. The gas appliance and vent system must be vented directly to the outside of the building, and never be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel or gas-burning appliance.
INSERT INSTALLATION - For qualified installers only! P AGE 9 Installation Preparation ! ! ! This appliance must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any; if not, follow ANSI Z223.1 and the requirements listed in this manual. Failure to follow all of the requirements may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Notify your insurance company before hooking up this heater. The requirements listed below are divided into sections. All requirements must be met simultaneously.
P AGE 10 INSERT INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! Re-Routing the Power Cord to the Front (continued) 2 Carefully pull on the power cord until the molex connector is exposed. Disconnect the molex connector. Molex Connectors Power Cord Wires Leading from the Heater 3 Pry out one of the button plugs on either side of the insert (see the illustration below). 4 Open the control cover and locate the wires leading from the power cord molex connector (green, white, and black wires).
INSERT INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! P AGE 11 Insert Placement Min. 29-3/4" WIde (includes 6" for gas line installation) The insert must be in place with the gas line and vent attached prior to installing the panels. Min. 22-1/8" Tall (includes 2" for vent installation) The Insert Must be Placed 13" into the Fireplace. Use the leveling bolts for fireplaces with recessed floors (included with the stove).
P AGE 12 INSERT INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! Gas Line Install ! ! ¥ The gas line must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any; if not, follow ANSI Z223.1 and the requirements listed below. The heater and gas control valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig. For pressures under 1/2 psig, isolate the gas supply piping by closing the manual shutoff valve.
INSERT INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! P AGE 13 Vent Requirements ! ! ¥ ¥ ¥ ? ¥ ? Always maintain the required 1" clearance to combustible materials to prevent a fire hazard. The gas appliance and vent system must be vented directly to the outside of the building, and never be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel or gas-burning appliance.
P AGE 14 ! FINALIZING THE INSTALLATION Turn the gas control valve to "OFF" prior to conducting any service. Unscrew and remove the door handle. 1 Swing the door until it is open 90¡ Lift the door up and away from the heater. Remove the door. NOTE: When re-installing, make sure the handle points away from the glass when finished. 2 Install the logs, twigs, and embers. Burner Pan Log Installation These clips keep the rear log from tilting backwards. The rear log contacts the air deflectors.
FINALIZING THE INSTALLATION (CONT.) Replace the door (follow step # 1 in reverse order). To adjust the pilot flame, remove the cover screw (and The pilot flame should impinge the top 3/8Ó (10 mm) Turn on gas to the gasket) and turn the needle valve. Clockwise lowers of the thermopile. If it does not, you may need to the flame while counter-clockwise raises it. heater. Leak test all turn the pilot up. gas joints prior to Thermopile starting the appliance. Start the Pilot Hood pilot. Start the main burner.
P AGE 16 OPERATING YOUR HEATER Before You Begin ! Read this entire manual before you use your new heater (especially the section "Safety Precautions" on pages 2 & 3). Failure to follow the instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Location of Controls - See explanation below ON/OFF Switch The on/off switch is located on the right side of the control cover. ON OF The Pilot Flame can be found below the back log on the left side.
OPERATING YOUR HEATER (CONTINUED) P AGE 17 Starting The Pilot Flame The pilot flame is required to ignite the main burners (it also plays a safety role). It should be left on once lit. It will stay lit unless the gas control valve is turned to "OFF". However, the pilot will go out if the gas is shut off or if the stove malfunctions. If the pilot turns off frequently, call your dealer for information.
P AGE 18 OPERATING YOUR HEATER (CONTINUED) Starting the Heater for the First Time ¥ Painted Stoves require the paint to be cured. Start the heater and burn on low for 20 minutes. Turn off and let cool. Repeat twice to fully cure the paint. + Fumes and smoke from the paint curing and oil burning off the steel may occur the first time you start your heater. This is normal. We recommend you open windows to vent the room. + Condensation may appear on the glass each time you start the heater - this is normal.
OPERATING YOUR HEATER (CONTINUED) P AGE 19 Adjusting the Blower Speed + The blower helps transfer the heat from the heater into the room. It will not turn on until the heater is up to temperature (approximately 10 minutes after starting). See the illustration below for instructions on adjusting the blower speed. Blower Knob OFF HI LO BLOWER PILOT IGNITER Turn the knob all the way counter-clockwise to turn the blower off. One click clockwise turns the blower to high speed.
P AGE 20 MAINTAINING YOUR HEATER Maintaining Your Stove's Appearance ! The optional brass door may be cleaned with a non-abrasive polish (such as Flitz¨). The brass trim is anodized and should not be polished. Yearly Service Procedure ! 1 2 3 4 Failure to inspect and maintain the heater may lead to improper combustion and a potentially dangerous situation. We recommend the following procedures be done by a qualified technician. Check the pilot flame.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem: Pilot Will Not Light Possible Cause: P AGE 21 Don't Call for Service Until You: A gas shut off valve is turned off Check all gas shut off valves The valve control knob isn't turned to "PILOT" See "Starting the Pilot Light" Step C The valve control knob isn't pushed in See "Starting the Pilot Light" Step C The igniter wasn't pressed repeatedly See "Starting the Pilot Light" Step C The pilot light has gone out See "Starting the Pilot Light" The ON/OFF switch is turned to
P AGE 22 TROUBLESHOOTING (CONTINUED) How this Heater Works ! This heater was designed with safety as the primary concern. Many of the components inside this heater are for safety purposes. Therefore, only certified gas service technicians should service this heater. What Turns the Main Burners On and Off This electricity is used to operate the main burners. FF O H LO I O VENT N When heated, the thermopile generates electricity (a very small amount, measured in "Millivolts").
TROUBLESHOOTING (CONTINUED) P AGE 23 Why Nothing Should Be Placed Against the Heater Your heater has a grill on the sides and top that must not be blocked. The area around the control cover allows air into the firebox. If it is blocked the combustion inside the firebox will not burn normally. This will result in reduced efficiency and the exhaust gases will become dirty.
P AGE 24 WARRANTY To register your TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. 7 Year Warranty, complete the enclosed warranty card and mail it within ten (10) days of the appliance purchase date to: TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC., 10850 117th Place N.E., Kirkland, Washington 98033. TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. warrants this gas appliance (appliance is defined as the equipment manufactured by Travis Industries, Inc.
LISTING INFORMATION The safety label can be found on the rear panel. A copy is shown below. Tested & Listed by Beaverton, OR. USA TM 700 B-VENT Listed Gas-Fired Vented Room Heater Tested to ANSI Z21.11.1-1991, ANSI Z21.11.1a-1993, CAN/CGA 2.1M88, CAN/CGA 2.17M91 By OMNI Environmental Services (Report #028-S-09-5, January 1996) Must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any; if not, follow ANSI Z223.
P AGE 26 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Stove Leg Installation (Brass # 99200500, Cast Black # 99200800, Black Steel # 99200100) Raise the stove 8" (use lumber or other sturdy device). Attach each leg following the instructions below. Attach each leg to the stove by inserting a bolt and washer through the hole or slot in the leg and into the threaded hole on the stove. 9/16" Socket Wrench These rubber-tipped bolts are for leveling the stove. Make sure they contact the floor.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (CONTINUED) P AGE 27 Surround Panel Installation + The surround panels come in the sizes listed below 2 3 HEIGHT WIDTH PART # 8" 10" 12" 28" 30" 32" 40" 44" 48" 99300259 99300260 99300261 The insert must be in place with the gas line and vent attached prior to installing the panels. The rear edge of the insert must be 13" behind the facing of the fireplace for the panels to fit correctly. Run the power cord to either side of the insert several inches in front of the facing.
P AGE 28 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (CONTINUED) Thermostat (Part # 99300650) ! 1 Do not connect 120 VAC to the gas control valve or wiring of this unit. Route the thermostat wire through the rear panel (run it through one of the ventilation holes) and attach to the on/off switch (see the illustration below). b a Route the wire under the burner pan forward, underneath this clip (this prevents it from touching the bottom of the burner pan. c Remove the green jumper wire.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (CONTINUED) P AGE 29 Remote Thermostat ! Do not connect 110-120 VAC to the gas control valve or wiring system of this unit. ¥ Follow the instructions included with the remote thermostat for installation. IMPORTANT OPERATIONAL NOTE FOR REMOTE THERMOSTAT USE: Included with the remote thermostat is a set of instructions that should be given to the homeowner.
P AGE 30 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (CONTINUED) Propane Conversion Kit (Part # 98900746) The propane conversion kit should be installed prior to installing the heater (if not, shut off gas and disconnect the heater from the gas line).
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (CONTINUED) 3 P AGE 31 Remove the burner pan from the burner pan box following the instructions below. a Remove the two screws holding the burner box front in place. 1/4" Nutdriver Remove the burner box front. b Rotate the burner pan upwards. c Slide the burner pan to the left until the fixed shutter disengages from the orifice. Place the burner pan aside.
P AGE 32 4 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (CONTINUED) Follow the directions below to remove the natural gas orifice. Apply thread sealant to the LP orifice (#49 - it has "49" stamped on it) and tighten in place with a 1/2" open end wrench. Replace the spring. Slide the adjustable shutter back in place. a c b Push the adjustable shutter to the left, off the orifice (be careful not to bend the shutter linkage). Slide the adjustable shutter down, away from the orifice.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (CONTINUED) I LO H These screws hold the regulator in place. NOTE: use the new screws included with the regulator. VENT NOTE: These holes strip easily. Use a hand screwdriver and tighten each screw evenly. Align the regulator gasket so it is flat and the two tabs fit through the two holes on the gasket. I H LO 8 9 Replace the pilot assembly (follow the instructions in step 6 in reverse order). Make sure the pilot assembly gasket is placed correctly.
P AGE 34 INDEX 151002 B Vent (insert) ....................................................13 Operating the Heater............................................16 B vent (stove) .....................................................8 Paint Curing .......................................................18 Blower Speed .....................................................19 Pedestal (installation) ...........................................26 BTU Input .....................................................
