INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE APPLIANCE. CONSUMER: RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. NEVER LEAVE CHILDREN OR OTHER AT RISK INDIVIDUALS ALONE WITH THE APPLIANCE. 1 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CERTIFIED UNDER CANADIAN AND AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS: CSA 2.22, ANSI Z21.50 FOR VENTED GAS FIREPLACES. CERTIFIED FOR CANADA AND UNITED STATES USING ANSI/CSA METHODS.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 2.0 3.0 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION 3 4 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 5 5 6 7 VENTING 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.3.1 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 3.9 4.0 5.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 9.0 10.0 11.0 12.0 13.0 14.
1.0 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW See the section “MINIMUM MANTEL AND ENCLOSURE CLEARANCES” See the sections “MINIMUM ENCLOSURE CLEARANCES” for non-combustible material See the sections “MINIMUM ENCLOSURE CLEARANCES” for drywall (or other combustible material) See the section “VENTING” and “INSTALLATION” See the section “INSTALLATION -FRAMING” See the section “FRAMING” Side Wall Rating plate, see “RATING PLATE INFORMATION” section. W415-0780 / D / 08.13.
2.0 INTRODUCTION ! • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • WARNING THIS APPLIANCE IS HOT WHEN OPERATED AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS IF CONTACTED. ANY CHANGES TO THIS APPLIANCE OR IT’S CONTROLS CAN BE DANGEROUS AND IS PROHIBITED. Do not operate appliance before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate appliance according to operating instructions could cause fire or injury. Risk of fire or asphyxiation do not operate appliance with fixed glass removed.
2.1 DIMENSIONS TOP OF FIREPLACE OPENING 5" DIA. 8" DIA. 20 1/2" 41 1/2" 35 1/2" 37" 23" 25" 30 1/4" 5 1/2" GAS INLET 3" 46" ELECTRICAL INLET LEFT SIDE 2.2 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ! WARNING ALWAYS LIGHT THE PILOT WHETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME OR IF THE GAS SUPPLY HAS RUN OUT, WITH THE GLASS DOOR OPENED OR REMOVED. PROVIDE ADEQUATE CLEARANCE FOR SERVICING AND OPERATING THE APPLIANCE. PROVIDE ADEQUATE VENTILATION. NEVER OBSTRUCT THE FRONT OPENING OF THE APPLIANCE.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in absence of local codes, the National Gas and Propane Installation Code CSA B149.1 in Canada, or the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 / NFPA 54 in the United States. Suitable for mobile home installation if installed in accordance with the current standard CAN/CSA Z240MH Series, for gas equipped mobile homes, in Canada or ANSI Z223.1 and NFPA 54 in the United States.
2.4 RATING PLATE INFORMATION INSTALLER: It is your responsibility to check off the appropriate box on the rating plate according to the model, venting and gas type of the appliance. For rating plate location, see “INSTALLATION OVERVIEW” section. This illustration is for reference only. Refer to the rating plate on the appliance for accurate information. E L P M A CERTIFIED UNDER / HOMOLOGUE SELON LES NORMES: CSA 2.22b-2009, ANSI Z21.
REQUIRED RISE ON HORIZONTAL VENTING BCDV42CF RIGID VENTING 0" FLEXIBLE VENTING 0" For optimum performance, it is recommended that all horizontal runs have a 1" rise per foot. 3.1 VENTING LENGTHS AND COMPONENTS Use only Wolf Steel, Simpson Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct Temp, American Metal Amerivent or Metal-Fab venting components.
3.2 TYPICAL VENT INSTALLATIONS 16" MIN 40 FT VENT HEAT SHIELD 18" MAX 38 1/2" MIN PLUS RISE* 37" * See venting section. NOTE: When terminating vertically, the restrictor plate W500-0205 must be installed. Refer to "RESTRICTING VERTICAL VENTS" section. W415-0780 / D / 08.13.
3.3 SPECIAL VENT INSTALLATIONS 3.3.1 PERISCOPE TERMINATION Use the periscope kit to locate the air termination above grade. The periscope must be installed so that when final grading is completed, the bottom air slot is located a minimum of 12” above grade. The maximum allowable vent length is 10’ for a fireplace and 8’ for a stove. 12" MIN TO GRADE 24" MIN 37" 9.5A W415-0780 / D / 08.13.
3.4 VENT TERMINAL CLEARANCES COVERED BALCONY APPLICATIONS ††* Q R INSTALLATIONS S G Q MIN = 3 feet R MAX = 2 x Q ACTUAL R MAX feet P CANADA U.S.A. A 12” 12” Clearance above grade, veranda porch, deck or balcony. B 12” 9” Clearance to windows or doors that open. C 12” * 12” * Clearance to permanently closed windows. D 18” ** 18” ** Vertical clearance to ventilated soffits located above the terminal within a horizontal distance of 2’ from the center line of the terminal.
3.5 VENT APPLICATION FLOW CHART TOP EXIT Horizontal Termination Vertical Termination Vertical rise is equal to or greater than the horizontal run Vertical rise is less than horizontal run Vertical rise is equal to or greater than the horizontal run Vertical rise is less than horizontal run Horizontal run + vertical rise to maximum of 40 feet Horizontal run + vertical rise to maximum of 24.
3.8 HORIZONTAL TERMINATION (HT) < (VT) See graph to determine the required vertical rise VT for the required horizontal run HT. Simple venting configuration (only one 45° and 90° elbow) 39 REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE IN FEET VT 40 30 20 10 0 2.5 5 7.5 10 12.5 15 17.
(HT) > (VT) Simple venting configuration (only one 45° and 90° elbow) See graph to determine the required vertical rise VT for the required horizontal run HT. 147” REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE IN INCHES VT 150 100 57” 50 0 5 15 10 20 12.5’ HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET HT The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable values for HT and VT For vent configurations requiring more than one 45° elbow and 90° elbow, the following formulas apply: Formula 1: HT < 4.
3.9 VERTICAL TERMINATION (HT) < (VT) Simple venting configurations. See graph to determine the required vertical rise VT for the required horizontal run HT.
(HT) > (VT) Simple venting configurations. See graph to determine the required vertical rise VT for the required horizontal run HT. 19 REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE IN FEET VT 20 10 3 0 5 10 15 25 20 30 HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET HT The shaded area within the lines represents acceptable values for HT and VT For vent configurations requiring more than one 45° and one 90° elbow, the following formulas apply: Formula 1: HT < 3VT Formula 2: HT + VT < 40 feet 45° Example: V1 = 1 FT V2 = 1.
4.0 INSTALLATION ! WARNING FOR SAFE AND PROPER OPERATION OF THE APPLIANCE, FOLLOW THE VENTING INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY. ALL INNER EXHAUST AND OUTER INTAKE VENT PIPE JOINTS MAY BE SEALED USING EITHER RED RTV HIGH TEMP SILICONE SEALANT W573-0002 (NOT SUPPLIED) OR BLACK HIGH TEMP MILL PAC W573-0007 (NOT SUPPLIED) WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE APPLIANCE EXHAUST FLUE COLLAR WHICH MUST BE SEALED USING MILL PAC.
4.2 HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION ! WARNING THE FIRESTOP ASSEMBLY MUST BE INSTALLED WITH THE VENT SHIELD TO THE TOP. TERMINALS MUST NOT BE RECESSED INTO A WALL OR SIDING MORE THAN THE DEPTH OF THE RETURN FLANGE OF THE MOUNTING PLATE. This application occurs when venting through an exterior wall. Having determined the correct height for the air terminal location, cut and frame a hole in the exterior wall as illustrated to accommodate the firestop assembly.
4.3 VERTICAL INSTALLATION This application occurs when venting through a roof. Installation kits for various roof pitches are available from your authorized dealer / distributor. See accessories to order specific kits required. A. Determine the air terminal location, cut and frame a square opening as illustrated in the ceiling and the roof to provide the minimum 1“ clearance between the vent pipe and any combustible material.
4.4.1 HORIZONTAL AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATION A. B. C. D. Stretch the inner flex pipe to the required length taking into account the additional length needed for the finished wall surface. Apply a heavy bead of the high temperature sealant W573-0007 Mill Pac (not supplied) to the inner sleeve of the air terminal. Slip the vent pipe a minimum of 2” over the inner sleeve of the air terminal and secure with 3 #8 screws.
4.4.2 VERTICAL AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATION ! WARNING MAINTAIN A MINIMUM 2” SPACE BETWEEN THE AIR INLET BASE AND THE STORM COLLAR. A. Fasten the roof support to the roof using the screws provided. The roof support is optional. In this case the venting is to be adequately supported using either an alternate method suitable to the authority having jurisdiction or the optional roof support. B. Stretch the inner flex pipe to the required length.
4.5 VERTICAL THROUGH EXISTING CHIMNEY ! WARNING RISK OF FIRE! CO-AXIAL TO CO-LINEAR VENTING CONFIGURATIONS MUST ONLY BE USED IN A NONCOMBUSTIBLE CHIMNEY OR ENCLOSURE. INSTALLATION IN A COMBUSTIBLE ENCLOSURE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE. This appliance is designed to be attached to a 3” co-linear aluminum flex vent system running the full length of a masonry chimney.
4.6 MOBILE HOME This appliance is also certified to be installed as an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) installation in a manufactured home (U.S. 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, in the United States or the Mobile Home Standard, CAN/CSA Z240 MH Series, in Canada. This appliance is only for use with the type(s) of gas indicated on the rating plate.
4.8 OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION ! WARNING DO NOT CONNECT EITHER THE WALL SWITCH, THERMOSTAT OR GAS VALVE DIRECTLY TO 110 VOLT ELECTRICITY. For ease of accessibility, an optional remote wall switch or millivolt thermostat may be installed in a convenient location. Route a 2 strand, solid core millivolt wire from the valve to the wall switch or millivolt thermostat. The recommended maximum lead length depends on wire size: WIRE SIZE MAX.
NOTE: Do not build into this area - it must be left clear to provide adequate clearance for the vent in this 14” wide area centered along the front of the fireplace. No combustibles are allowed. 49” MINIMUM ENCLOSURE HEIGHT 1 1/2” MAX 14” MIN 1 1/2” MAX 25 1/4” 41 3/4” 46 1/2” W415-0780 / D / 08.13.
MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES Minimum clearance to combustible construction from appliance and vent surfaces: Combustible framing: Sides, back, bottom and top of the appliance 0" to standoffs Non-combustible finishing: Top 6 1/2" to appliance edge Combustible framing: Sides and bottom 0" to appliance edge Enclosure top 13 1/2" to top of appliance Recessed depth 25" Top, sides and bottom of vent pipe 2" Ceiling 54" from bottom of appliance *HORIZONTAL VENT SECTIONS: A minimum clearance of 2" all aroun
5.2 INSTALLING STANDOFFS This appliance is supplied with two standoffs. For convenience, the standoffs have been shipped flat and located on the top at the front. Before framing ensure the standoffs are bent up and screwed into place ensuring a height of 4.5". NOTE: The information and dimensions in this section represent the minimum clearances to combustible materials. 5.3 MINIMUM ENCLOSURE CLEARANCES The appliance requires a minimum enclosure height of 49“.
! WARNING USE ONLY NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL SUCH AS CEMENT BOARD, CERAMIC TILE, MARBLE, ETC. WHEN FINISHING TO THE FIREPLACE. DO NOT USE WOOD OR DRYWALL. 6 1/2" MIN 5.4 ALCOVE FRAMING RECESS OR ALCOVE AREA ENCLOSURE AREA APPLIANCE NOTE: Recesses or alcoves above the appliance can be made as deep as desired provided the minimum clearances to combustibles are maintained. Non-combustible material can be used, provided the minimum clearances to combustible materials are applied.
5.5 MINIMUM MANTEL CLEARANCES ! WARNING RISK OF FIRE, MAINTAIN ALL SPECIFIED AIR SPACE CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY CAUSE A FIRE OR CAUSE THE APPLIANCE TO OVERHEAT. ENSURE ALL CLEARANCES (I.E. BACK, SIDE, TOP, VENT, MANTEL, FRONT, ETC.) ARE CLEARLY MAINTAINED. WHEN USING PAINT OR LACQUER TO FINISH THE MANTEL, THE PAINT OR LACQUER MUST BE HEAT RESISTANT TO PREVENT DISCOLOURATION. 73.1 Combustible mantel clearances can vary according to the mantel depth.
6.0 FINISHING ! WARNING RISK OF FIRE! NEVER OBSTRUCT THE FRONT OPENING OF THE APPLIANCE. THE FRONT OF THE APPLIANCE MUST BE FINISHED WITH ANY NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS SUCH AS BRICK, MARBLE, GRANITE, ETC., PROVIDED THAT THESE MATERIALS DO NOT GO BELOW THE SPECIFIED DIMENSION AS ILLUSTRATED. DO NOT STRIKE, SLAM OR SCRATCH GLASS. DO NOT OPERATE APPLIANCE WITH GLASS REMOVED, CRACKED, BROKEN OR SCRATCHED. FACING AND/OR FINISHING MATERIAL MUST NEVER OVERHANG INTO THE APPLIANCE OPENING. 72.1A 6.
6.3 DOOR TRIM SLOT NOTCH FACING TRIM DOOR O W Guide the arms of the trim into the slots that are slightly hidden under the facing through the opening between the top of the door and the bottom edge of the facing as illustrated in the front view. -THRU WIND A. INSIDE LIP E SE This appliance comes complete with top door trim (W715-0729). BCDV42CF FRONT BGD42CF FRONT VIEWVIEW B. Slide the arm into the slot far enough to allow the front edge of the trim to go in behind the facing. C.
6.6 C. Place the bottom of the left crossover log (#4) onto the stud on the left side of the log support. The top of the log should rest in the pocket on the back log. D. Place the bottom of the right crossover log (#5) onto the stud on the right side of the log support. The top of the log should rest in the pocket on the left crossover log (#4). GLOWING EMBERS Tear the embers into pieces and place along the front row of ports covering all of the burner area in front of the small logs (#2 & #3).
7.0 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION ! WARNING RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRICAL SHOCK. TURN OFF THE GAS AND ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE SERVICING THIS APPLIANCE. USE ONLY WOLF STEEL APPROVED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS WITH THIS APPLIANCE. USING NON-LISTED ACCESSORIES (BLOWERS, DOORS, LOUVRES, TRIMS, GAS COMPONENTS, VENTING COMPONENTS, ETC.) COULD RESULT IN A SAFETY HAZARD AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY AND CERTIFICATION.
7.2 INSTALLING THE BLOWER INSTALLATION TO BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER and must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the current CSA C22.1 Canadian electrical code in Canada or the ANSI / NFPA 70 National Electrical Code in the United States. BLOWER red THERMAL If the appliance was not previously equipped with a blower: SWITCH Route a grounded 2-wire, 60hz power cable to the receptacle / junction box.
8.0 OPERATION ! WARNING IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE. ALWAYS LIGHT THE PILOT WHETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME OR IF THE GAS SUPPLY HAS RUN OUT WITH THE GLASS DOOR OPENED OR REMOVED. Ensure that a continuous gas flow is at the burner before installing the door. When lit for the first time, the appliance will emit an odor for a few hours.
9.0 ADJUSTMENTS 9.1 PILOT BURNER ADJUSTMENT Adjust the pilot screw to provide properly sized flame. Turn in a clockwise direction to reduce the gas flow. PILOT BURNER THERMOPILE Inlet pressure can be checked by turning screw (A) THERMOCOUPLE counter-clockwise until loosened and then placing pressure gauge tubing over the test point. Gauge should read 7” (minimum 4.5”) water column for natural gas or 13” (11” minimum) water column for propane. Check that main burner is operating on “HI”.
9.3 FLAME CHARACTERISTICS It’s important to periodically perform a visual check of the pilot and burner flames. Compare them to the illustrations provided. If any flames appear abnormal call a service person. 3/8” - 1/2” FLAME MUST ENVELOP UPPER 3/8" TO 1/2" OF THERMOCOUPLE & THERMOPILE 54.2 9.4 RESTRICTING VERTICAL VENTS Vertical installations may display a very active flame. If this appearance is not desirable, the vent exit must be restricted using a restrictor vent kit.
10.0 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE ! WARNING MAINTENANCE TURN OFF THE GAS AND ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE SERVICING THE APPLIANCE. APPLIANCE MAY BE HOT, DO NOT SERVICE UNTIL APPLIANCE HAS COOLED. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS. CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.
10.2 GLASS / DOOR REPLACEMENT ! WARNING DO NOT USE SUBSTITUTE MATERIALS. GLASS MAY BE HOT, DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL COOLED. CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN REMOVING AND DISPOSING OF ANY BROKEN DOOR GLASS OR DAMAGED COMPONENTS. BE SURE TO VACUUM UP ANY BROKEN GLASS FROM INSIDE THE APPLIANCE BEFORE OPERATION. DO NOT STRIKE, SLAM OR SCRATCH GLASS. DO NOT OPERATE APPLIANCE WITH GLASS REMOVED, CRACKED, BROKEN OR SCRATCHED. A. Place the door frame face down careful not to scratch the paint. B.
11.0 REPLACEMENTS ! WARNING FAILURE TO POSITION THE PARTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS MANUAL OR FAILURE TO USE ONLY PARTS SPECIFICALLY APPROVED WITH THIS APPLIANCE MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY. ** THIS IS A FAST ACTING THERMOCOUPLE. IT IS AN INTEGRAL SAFETY COMPONENT. REPLACE ONLY WITH A FAST ACTING THERMOCOUPLE SUPPLIED BY WOLF STEEL LTD. Contact your dealer or the factory for questions concerning prices and policies on replacement parts.
FLEXIBLE VENT KITS REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 28* W730-0010 5" FLEXIBLE VENT PIPE - 5.5FT C/W SPACERS 29* W730-0012 8" FLEXIBLE VENT PIPE - 5.5FT GD420 (5FT) GD430 (10FT) 30* W730-0011 5" FLEXIBLE VENT PIPE - 11.5FT 31* W730-0013 8" FLEXIBLE VENT PIPE - 11.5FT C/W SPACERS 32* W010-0067 ASSEMBLY, SUPPORT RING (5/8) REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 33 GD401-1 PERISCOPE 34 GD422-1 WALL TERMINAL KIT TERMINAL KITS ROOM TERMINAL KITS REF NO. PART NO.
ACCESSORIES REF NO. PART NO.
12.0 TROUBLESHOOTING ! WARNING ALWAYS LIGHT THE PILOT WHETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME OR IF THE GAS SUPPLY HAS RAN OUT, WITH THE GLASS DOOR OPEN OR REMOVED. TURN OFF THE GAS AND ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE SERVICING THE APPLIANCE. APPLIANCE MAY BE HOT, DO NOT SERVICE UNTIL APPLIANCE HAS COOLED. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS. SYMPTOM Main burner goes out; pilot stays on. Main burner goes out; pilot goes out. Pilot goes out when the gas knob is released.
SYMPTOM PROBLEM Pilot will not light. No spark at pilot burner. TEST SOLUTION - Check if pilot can be lit by a match. Check that the wire is connected to the push button igniter. Check if the push button igniter needs tightening. Replace the wire if the wire insulation is broken or frayed. Replace the electrode if the ceramic insulator is cracked or broken. Replace the push button ignitor Out of propane gas. - Fill the tank. Spark gap is incorrect. - Spark gap should be 0.150” to 0.
SYMPTOM White / grey film forms. PROBLEM Sulphur from fuel is being deposited on glass, logs or combustion chamber surfaces. TEST SOLUTION - Clean the glass with a recommended gas appliance glass cleaner. DO NOT CLEAN GLASS WHEN HOT. If deposits are not cleaned off regularly, the glass may become permanently marked. Exhaust fumes smelled in room, headaches. Appliance is spilling. - Ensure exhaust bracket gasket seal. Check door seal and relief flap seal. Check for chimney blockage.
13.0 WARRANTY CONTINENTAL® products are manufactured under the strict Standard of the world recognized ISO 9001 : 2008 Quality Assurance Certificate. CONTINENTAL® products are designed with superior components and materials assembled by trained craftsmen who take great pride in their work. The burner and valve assembly are leak and test-fired at a quality test station.
14.0 SERVICE HISTORY 43.1 W415-0780 / D / 08.13.
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