SHERWOOD INDUSTRIES IS AN ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE COMPANY. THIS MANUAL IS PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER. PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Sonnet BY: SHERWOOD INDUSTRIES LTD OWNER’S MANUAL INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance. CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS • Open windows/extinguish any open flame. • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch or use any phone in your building.
Safety Precautions FOR SAFE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF YOUR “ENVIRO” HEATER, PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: • All ENVIRO gas-fired appliances must be installed in accordance with their instructions. Carefully read all the instructions in this manual first. Consult the building authority having jurisdiction to determine the need for a permit prior to commencing the installation.
Table of Contents Safety Precautions........................................................................................................2 Table of Contents..........................................................................................................3 Codes And Approvals....................................................................................................4 Specifications..............................................................................................................
Codes And Approvals DIRECT VENT: This type is identified by the suffix DV. This appliance draws all of its air for combustion from outside the dwelling, through a specially designed vent pipe system. This appliance has been tested and approved for installations from 0 feet to 4500 feet (1372 m) above sea level. BV: This Vented appliance draws all of its combustion air from the dwelling and must be vented using listed B or L vent. May also be vented through a conventional chimney using a chimney liner kit.
Specifications RATING LABEL LOCATION: The rating label is located under the control panel and is attached to a rectangular metal sheet that is chained to the fireplace.
Specifications 317/8” (809mm) to 403⁄4” (1035mm) 311⁄4” (794mm) 2113/16” (555mm) to 265/16” (669mm) 2013/16” (528mm) 23” (583mm) 227/16” (569mm) Figure 2: Sonnet Adjustable Surround, Classic, and Base Shelf with Riser. Table 1: Sonnet Options Dimensions.
Operating Instructions For Your Safety, Read Safety Precautions And Lighting Instructions Before Operating WARNING: IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT, CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OF LOSS OF LIFE. LIGHTING AND TURNING OFF INSTRUCTIONS: CAUTION: Hot while operating. Do not touch, severe burns may result. Keep children, clothing, furniture, gasoline or other flammable vapors away.
Operating Instructions The Sonnet is designed to gradually lower or raise the flame as is needed in application. It normally does not just turn on and off. This is very dependant on the size of the room the unit is located in. During the first several operational cycles the electronics go through a learning process that establishes how the system will react to the environment it is in. It does so by determining the amount of time it takes for the temperature to rise 1°.
Operating Instructions TIMER MODE – (appliance must be in standby mode; pilot ignited): The Timer setting allows you to set two (2) burner times and two (2) burner times every 24 hours. For to operate as a thermostat, TEMP must be set at 40°F (4.5°C) or higher. If the setting is decreased to --, the motor will turn the valve to the standby position in the moon times and await the next burner cycle. NOTE: The display shows the set temperature every 30 seconds.
Operating Instructions BLOWER SPEED: The blower will come on only when the fireplace is up to temperature (approximately 20 minutes). Pressing the fan’s three (3) position rocker switch on the unit’s control panel will change the speed of the fan; it is Low/Off/High (refer to Figure 4). The fan can not be controlled with the handset. NORMAL SOUNDS DURING OPERATION: Table 2: Normal Sounds.
Maintenance And Service 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. At least once a year, run through the following procedures to ensure the system is clean and working properly. Check the burner to see if all the ports are clear and clean. Check the pilot to make sure it is not blocked by anything.
Maintenance And Service GLASS DOOR REMOVAL: Figure 9: Door Release. Remove the glass door by placing the hooked end of the door release tool in the hole on the door latch mechanism (see Figure 9) and pulling the latch out then up over the lip on the door. When the two (2) latches have been released, tilt the door forward and then lift up to unhook the bottom door tabs (see Figure 10). Warning: Do not touch or attempt to remove the glass if the fireplace is not completely cold.
Maintenance And Service CHANGING REMOTE HANDSET CODE: A code is preset for the remote handset and receiver, but can be changed if required. If one or more Sonnets are to be installed, confirm that the remote control signal codes are different for each unit.To change the code, complete the following: 1. Change DIP switch position (shown at the top of Figure 13). 2. Press and hold the receiver’s reset button (see Figure 14) until you hear two (2) acoustic signals.
Maintenance And Service FUEL CONVERSION: TO BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE AGENCY ONLY Please read and understand these instructions before installing. Warning: This conversion kit shall be installed by a qualified service agency in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and all applicable codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction.
Maintenance And Service b) Push the slider, with your finger or flat head screwdriver, to the left if it is to be set for natural gas or to the right for propane (see to Figure 24). c) Turn the pilot head a 1⁄4 turn clockwise; back to its original position. NG LPG 7. Convert the gas regulator: Figure 23: Turn Pilot Head. Figure 24: Settig Regulator gas type a) If unit is installed, pull to LP. the Sonnet out from the fireplace. Ensure you do not damage any of the venting or the unit itself.
Initial Installation WARNING: Operation of this heater when not connected to a properly installed and maintained venting system can result in carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning and possible death. CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES: Maintain sufficient clearances for operation, service and maintenance. • A clearance of 71⁄2” (191 mm) minimum is required from the side of the unit to the sidewalls. • A clearance of 41⁄2” (114 mm) minimum is required from the side of the unit to a 6” (152 mm) deep post/column.
Initial Installation B-VENT MODEL: WARNING: This appliance has been designed to operate by drawing combustion air and dilution air from the room. It is also designed to draw room air for proper heat circulation from the sides of the unit. Blocking or modifying these openings in any way can create hazardous situations, either through poor venting or by overheating. It is important that this unit has sufficient air circulation for proper venting and combustion.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY 3. Remove log and ember set and all wrapping material from the stove. Remove wrapping material from log and embers and check for any damage. If damage is observed, do not use unit and contact your local dealer. 4. Refractory, glass doors, screen rails, screen mesh and log grates can be removed from the fireplace before installing the Sonnet. Check that the chimney cleanouts fit properly.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY b) Cut the tie strap from around the wires for the spill switch. c) Feed the connector end of both wires through the hole in the bottom left corner of the back panel (see Figure 31). d) Using needle nose pliers remove the jumper wire on the thermocouple (see Figure 32). e) Attach the connectors for the spill switch wiring to the connectors the jumper was removed from (see Figure 33). f) Re-attach the back panel.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY VENTING FIREPLACE INSERTS: The ENVIRO Sonnet may be installed and vented into any solid fuel fireplace that has been installed in accordance with the National, Provincial/State and local building codes and has been constructed of non-combustible materials. Before starting, refer to INITIAL INSTALLATION - PREPARING YOUR SONNET FOR INSTALLATION and INITIAL INSTALLATION - CONVERTING A DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE TO A B-VENT FIREPLACE.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY Install sealed throat connector or flashing to prevent leakage of room air up through chimney. DV Only: Before installing vent liners, mark each liner on both ends to designate which is the intake and the exhaust. Measure the height of the chimney beforehand and purchase the appropriate kit. Never attempt to over-stretch a flexible liner to accommodate the height of the chimney.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY 3. Install the flex pipe assembly up through the chimney, ensure that the pipe slides through far enough to connect onto the Vertical Vent Cap. Note: For any chimney over 15’ (4.6m), install the Sonnet 15’ 2” & 3” Flex Vent (part #50-1512) and the Sonnet 2” & 3” Flex Couplers (part #50-1513).
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY The height for the vent must be between 10ft (3.05m) and 35ft (10.67m). Install sealed Vertical Vent Cap to prevent leakage of room air up through chimney. The intake is 2" (51mm) and the exhaust is 3" (76mm). Measure the height of the chimney beforehand and purchase the appropriate kit. Never attempt to over-stretch a flexible liner to accommodate the height of the chimney. Any chimney over 15' (4.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS: The fan will not operate if the appliance is cold. A few minutes after the appliance is lit and the fan is set to low or high, the fan will automatically turn on. The fan will automatically turn off after the appliance has cooled down.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY Kit Contents: Quantity Description Quantity Description 1 Fan Assembly 1 Power Cord - 6ft (1.8m) 1 Wiring Harness 1 Star Washer 1 Temperature Sensor 1 #8-32 X 3⁄4” T-20 Screw 1 Fan Control; 3 Position Switch Please ensure that all components are supplied with this kit. If components are missing or have been damaged, contact your dealer, distributor or courier company before starting this installation. Fan Kit Installation: 1.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY 8. Pull the control panel straight out (see Figure 52). There are two (2) tabs on the bottom of the control panel that fit in two (2) slots in the Sonnet cabinet bottom. 9. Slide the temperature sensor into the holding tabs below the left end of the burner behind the control panel. 10. Using a utility knife cut out the rectangle on the control panel between the two (2) fan symbols. 11.
Initial Installation QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY Main Valve Knob Pressure Tap In Pressure Tap Out Gas Line Out Gas Line In Pilot Line Thermocouple Line Figure 55: Opening Inlet Pressure Tap on Valve. Figure 54: Labeled Gas Valve. TO TEST VALVE PRESSURES: The pressure taps are located on the front side of the valve (see Figure 54 & 55). 1.
Secondary Installation OPTIONAL BASE SHELF & RISER: The Sonnet Base Shelf (15⁄8” (41 mm) high) and Base Shelf Riser (21⁄8” (54 mm) high) are black powder coated components that can be combined to create a riser with an overall height of 23/16” (55 mm). This shelf can be installed with or without the riser and can be used when the hearth in front of the unit is lower than the fireplace opening. Additional Base Shelf Risers can be fastened together to increase the height in increments of 21⁄8” (54 mm).
Secondary Installation Note: The Adjustable Surround can only be installed onto the Colonial or Classic Surrounds, it is not intended to be installed on its own with the Sonnet unit. ASSEMBLY: 1. Line up the two (2) screw holes in the left hook bracket with the second slot in on the back of the left trim side (refer to Figure 58). Center the bracket between the top and bottom of the trim (approximately 1⁄8” (2.5mm) from either end) and fasten the bracket in place using two (2) #8 screws. 2.
Secondary Installation Required Width Adjustable Surround Corner Adjustable Surround Corner B/2 B Required Height Trim (Classic or Colonial) A Note: Mounting brackets removed for clarity Figure 61: Marking offsets on Trim, Relates to Table 7. b) Subtract the minimum size of the surround (2313/16” (555mm) x 317⁄8” (809mm) for the small and 241/16” (612mm) x 361⁄4” (921mm) for the large) from the size needed. Write down the difference.
Secondary Installation 11. Center the keystone over the gap at the top of the trim and slide it into place. Slide the side covers over the bottoms of the sides so the cover will be as low as the trim (see Figure 63). Figure 63: Installing Surround Corners, Keystone, & Covers. IMPORTANT: The trim panels or surrounds must not seal ventilation openings in the fireplace. Surround is removed for clarity. Figure 65: Bushing and Hook Close-Up. Figure 64: Bushing Locations.
Secondary Installation OPTIONAL CAST ANDIRON & GRATE: A footing (i.e. Base Shelf) may need to be installed before the Cast Andiron is installed so that the Cast Andiron has something to sit on. Hook the Andiron assembly over the two (2) bushings near the bottom of the Sonnet, pointed out in Figure 66, and snap them firmly down into place. When in place it will look similar to the image on the front cover of this Sonnet Owner’s Manual.
Secondary Installation LOG SET AND EMBER INSTALLATION: NOTE: The logs are fragile and should be handled gently. The placement of the logs is not arbitrary. If they are positioned incorrectly, the flames can be “pinched” and will not burn correctly. The burner and a few of the logs come with locator pins and ledges, which make alignment easier. Using the pictures provided, carefully set the logs in place (see Figures 70 through 80). Ledges Figure 70: The empty firebox showing the ledges for the back logs.
Secondary Installation Figure 73: The center of the right log fits onto the locator pin on the back right log (see Figure 72). The front of the log is to rest on the burner and the back end of the log rests on the back brick panel. Ensure the log does not block any burn ports. Pins Figure 73. Third Stage Log Set Installation. Figure 74: The center of the front log fits onto the two (2) locator pins on the valve cover tray (see Figure 73). Figure 74. Fourth Stage Log Set Installation.
Secondary Installation Figure 76. Log Set and Ember Installation. Figure 77. Sonnet complete log set-up with embers burning. NOTE: While the glass is still removed, it is recommended that the gas line be purged by lighting the pilot. When lighting the fireplace for the first time since the log set and embers have been installed/replaced, watch for ignition at ALL the burner ports. If a long delay is noticed, turn the appliance off and wait for it to cool down.
Trouble Shooting Problem No transmissions; remote control doesn’t work. Possible Cause Receiver must learn new code. One or more of the batteries are dead. The receiver is surrounded by metal, reducing the transmission range. Solution • Reset the receiver’s code, refer to MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE - CHANGING REMOTE HANDSET CODE. • Replace the batteries, refer to MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE - REPLACING THE BATTERIES. • Change the position of the antenna.
Trouble Shooting Spark will not light the pilot after repeatedly pressing the spark ignitor. Possible Cause Air in the pilot supply line. No spark at pilot burner Valve. Over tightened thermocouple interrupter. Receiver Solution • Purge the line or start ignition several times. • Check spark gap. • Check wiring connections to ignitor. • Check for spark in location along cable. • Replace the valve. • Replace the valve and thermocouple interrupter.
Trouble Shooting Problem Possible Cause 3 short beeps while One or more of the motor turns. batteries are low. Solution • Replace the batteries, refer to MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE - REPLACING THE BATTERIES. WARNING: Creating an electrical short between the batteries/battery box and metal parts of the appliance may render the receiver inoperable. Pilot flame lights but Valve turned down to pilot • Turn flame to high fire by pressing the up button there is no main gas flow. on the remote handset flow.
Parts List - Components Reference Number 9 10 11 12 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 Part Description Large Ember Nuggets Only Ceramic Wool Embers Only Sonnet Log set Sonnet Conversion Kit LP to NG Maxitrol Sonnet Conversion Kit NG to LP Maxitrol Maxitrol Remote Control Sonnet Owners Manual Sonnet Vertical Vent Cap PSE Pilot Assembly Sonnet Control Panel with Decal Sonnet Flue Adaptor Gasket Sonnet DV Flue Adaptor Bottom Gasket Sonnet Valve Cover wi
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Parts List - Options Reference Number 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 Option Description Sonnet Sonnet Sonnet Sonnet Sonnet Sonnet Sonnet Sonnet Sonnet Sonnet Sonnet Part Number Surround Adjustable Surround Trimmable Cast Andiron & Grate Fan Kit Firebox Brick Liner Double Sided Colonial Surround Panel Classic Surround Panel Colonial Surround 4 Sided Classic Surround 4 Sided Base Shelf Base Shelf Riser 50-1414 50-1415 50-1417 50-1418 50-1419 50-1456 50-1457 50-1461 50-1462 50-1463 50-1518 Parts Diagram
Warranty Sherwood Industries Ltd. is the manufacturer of the Enviro line of heating products. At Sherwood Industries, our commitment to the highest level of quality and customer service is the most important thing we do. Each Enviro stove is built on a tradition of using only the finest materials and is backed by our Exclusive Lifetime Limited Warranty to the original purchaser.
Warranty caused by environmental conditions. Environmental conditions include but are not limited to nearby trees, buildings, roof tops, wind, hills, mountains, inadequate venting or ventilation, excessive offsets, negative air pressures or other influences caused by mechanical systems such as furnaces, fans, clothes dryers etc. 12. The Limited Warranty is void if: a) The stove has been operated in atmospheres contaminated by chlorine, fluorine or other damaging chemicals.
Installation Data Sheet The following information must be recorded by the installer for warranty purposes and future reference.
