B-Vent Specialty Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces Models: BVSTNSC, BVPNSC Installation & Operating Instructions WARNING IF THE INFORMATION IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE. — Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. — WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS • Do not try to light any appliance.
B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces TABLE OF CONTENTS Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Vermont Castings Group Fireplace Please read the Installation and Operation Instructions before using the appliance! IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty. Important Safety Information.......................................3 Code Approval.....................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces INSTALLER OWNER Please leave these instructions with the appliance. Please retain these instructions for future reference. WARNING • Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this fireplace. • Any change to this fireplace or its controls can be dangerous.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces CODE APPROVAL These appliances have been tested by CSA and found to comply with the established standards for VENTED GAS FIREPACES in the US and Canada as follows: LISTED VENTED GAS FIREPLACE TESTED TO: ANSI Z21.50b-2009 / CSA2.22b-2009 IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY It is normal for fireplaces fabricated of steel to give off some expansion and/or contraction noises during the start up or cool down cycle.
PRODUCT FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS • This appliance has been certified for use with either • • • • natural or propane gas. See appropriate data plates. This appliance is not for use with solid fuels. The appliance must be installed in accordance with local codes if any. If none exist use the current installation code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 in the US and CSA B149 in Canada. The appliance must be properly connected to a venting system. The appliance is not approved for closet or recessed installations.
FIREPLACE & FRAMING DIMENSIONS B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces 6" B-Vent flue 4” O.A. Inlet Gas Line Access Rough Opening Depth 2356 ” 12 6M” 19” Rough Opening Height 756O” 42 6 ” Gas Line Access 4256O” 3756M” 4056M” 2256M” 756O” 3556QE” 13 6QE” 36” 38” 1" 2256 ” 2456 ” Figure 1 Fireplace & Framing Dimensions 1" 3856O” Rough Opening Width - Peninsula 39” Rough Opening Width - See-thru FIREPLACE FRAMING It is not necessary to install a hearth extension with this fireplace system.
CLEARANCES B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES Sides........................................................... 1/2” Back............................................................ 1/2” Top................................................................. 0” Front............................................................. 37” Bottom............................................................
VENTING INSTALLATION WARNING Read all instructions completely and thoroughly before attempting installation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life. Operation of improperly installed and maintained venting system could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life. NOTICE B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces Failure to follow these instructions will void the warranty.
B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces Listed Vertical Termination Cap Joist Lowest Discharge Opening H Listed Gas Vent 12 X Roof Pitch is x/12 Nails H (Min) - Minimum Height from Roof to Lowest Discharge Opening FP1022 Firestop Spacer Figure 4 Install Firestop in Ceiling NOTE: Vertical termination must be at least 8’ from vertical wall. NOTICE 5. Frame the hole with framing lumber the same size as the ceiling joists. Position firestop. If attic is above, mount firestop on top of framing. Figure 3.
VENTING INSTALLATION B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces Figure 6 Storm Collar Figure 7 Flashing 6” Type “B” Gas Vent Attach 6” “B” Vent Pipe to Transition using Four (4) Sheet Metal Screws 7’ Min.
B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces OUTSIDE COMBUSTION AIR PRECAUTIONS and RECOMMENDATIONS NOTE: The use of outside air for combustion is optional unless required by building codes. It is only necessary to supply outside combustion air to one Duct Extended side of fireplace. Use model 6AK combustion air kit to Miss Joist (refer to Page 17). 1. Avoid extremely long runs and numerous turns in duct leading from fireplace to combustion air assembly.
GAS LINE INSTALLATION B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces CHECK GAS TYPE Use proper gas type for the fireplace you are installing. If you have conflicting gas types, do not install fireplace. See dealer where you purchased the fireplace for proper fireplace for your gas type. 100 gal.
Only persons licensed to work with gas piping may make the necessary gas connections to this appliance. To accommodate the various configurations, access openings in the bottom of the unit are provided for gas line and wall switch wires. This may not be convenient for some installation, if so you may drill an access opening into the lower face of the unit (1” for gas line, 1/2” for the grommet). NOTE: The gas line connection may be made using 1/2” rigid tubing or an approved flex connector.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces 14 Electrical connections should only be performed by a qualified, licensed electrician. Main power must be off when connecting to main electrical power supply or performing service. All wiring shall be in compliance with all local, city and state codes.
SIGNATURE COMMAND - CHECK GAS PRESSURE and ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces Pressure Inlet Pressure Outlet Figure 13 Signature Command Valve WARNING 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply is different from the fireplace, STOP! Do not install the appliance. Contact your dealer immediately. 2. To ease installation, a 24" (610 mm) flex line with manual shut-off valve has been provided with this appliance.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces JUNCTION BOX WIRING 1. This should be done before framing the fireplace. Wire the receptacle into an electrical circuit. Wire with minimum 60° C wire in accordance with prevailing codes. 2. Remove the external junction box cover by removing the screw from the side of the outside firebox wall. Junction box was installed at the factory. 3. The junction box cover has a factory installed “romex” style strain relief connector.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces Pilot RF Receiver ON/OFF Button Control Board 6V AC Adapter Black / Thermopile Red / Thermopile Sensor Conversion NG/LP Spill Switch Ignitor / Sparker Plug-in Connector Control Board to Command Center OFF/LO NOTE: Wall switch wires must be connected together if a wall switch is notPlug-in Connector Stepper Motor to being used.
LOG PLACEMENT B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces ROCK WOOL PLACEMENT Break up rock wool (ember material) into dime sized pieces. Place the pieces between metal lip and burner tube. Maintain a 3/8” space free of ember material directly in front of the front burner ports for best performance and effect. Blockage of the burner ports may create increased soot and carbon build-up.
LOG PLACEMENT B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces Log #2 Valve 2. Place Log #2 on burner assembly by placing notch on lower right side of log against far right grate bar. Place notch on lower left of log on far left grate bar. Rest log #2 on burner assembly. Note orientation of valve. Figure 18 LG1029 Figure 18 LG1029 bv dsgnr log 2 Log #3 Valve LG1030 Figure 19 3. Place Log #3 on burner assembly the same as log #2 on this side of burner assembly. Log #2 and Log #3 are identical.
LOG PLACEMENT B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces Log #5 Log #4 Valve Figure 20 LG1031 4. Place Log #4 by placing hole on pointed end of log #4 onto pin on log #1. Rest notch on bottom of log #4 onto corner of log #2. Figure 20 5. Place Log #5 by placing holes in bottom of LG1031 log onto pin on log #1 and pin on log #2. Note orientation bv of log #5 and dsgnr logslocation 4 5 of valve. Figure 20 6. Place Log #6 by placing hole in bottom of log onto pin on log #3 with pointed side up. Figure 21 7.
LOG INSTALLATION B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces LAVA ROCK PLACEMENT WARNING To further enhance the hearth, lava rock may be placed on the hearth pan area to simulate ashes. Sprinkle lava rock on the floor of the inner combustion chamber. Evenly distribute the rock. Do not pile the lava rock up in front of grate. Do not place lava rock on the burner. Do not sprinkle the lava rock or ember chunks on top of the burner. This may cause potential sooting, glass breakage and a fire hazard.
B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING for your safety read before lighting If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of lie. A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Refer to the instructions. B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces OPERATing INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read the safety information above. 2. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand. 3. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas, including near the floor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow "B" in the safety information on page 41. If you do not smell gas, go to next step. 4.
B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FEATURES RF Receiver ON/OFF Command Center To Thermopile To Sensor • Easy Access Function Operation and System Con- figuration • Operation Confirmation/Fault Diagnostic Indications (LED/Buzzer) • ON/OFF/HI/Med/Low Operation • Optional Wall Mounting Control Board To Sparker NG/LP Conversion Control Board To Stepper Motor • Electronic Ignition • Pilot Lockout safety feature • Electric Power Regeneration from Thermopile t
SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS SYSTEM CONFIGURATION/SETUP All System configuration/setup is done on the Command Center. NOTE: When using On/Off wall switch, the switch must be in the ON position to perform all configuration set ups at the command center. COLD CLIMATE OPTION Choose the Mode That Best Suits Your Needs The Signature Command System is designed to operate in either Standing Pilot or Intermittent Pilot mode.
B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FUNCTIONS/OPERATION Turning on the fireplace 1. Turn on the master switch and wait for a beep. 2. Press the ON button on the Command Center or turn on wall switch. Pilot will light and burner will come on High setting or last memory setting (See Turning Off Fireplace below). For memory feature. Pilot Safety Lockout Function 1. If the pilot doesn’t light after sparking for 30 seconds, pilot trial lockout happens.
ADJUSTMENT, CLEANING and MAINTENANCE B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces Venturi Adjustment Natural gas models have a closed shutter. Opening the air shutter will cause a more blue flame, but can cause flame lifting from the burner ports. Propane gas models have an air shutter set at 3/16” (.188 mm) open. The same conditions as above apply for propane gas. Figure 19 WARNING NOTE FP2217 Air shutter adjustment must only be done by a qualified gas installer. Turn off gas before servicing fireplace.
B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces Correct installation and safe operation of this appliance require, but are not limited to the following: DO’S 1. Do use this appliance only on type of gas it is designed, certified and equipped. 2. Do install this appliance and all gas piping according to local codes, or in the absence of local codes, according to the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 latest edition. 3. Do disconnect or isolate the appliance during supply line pressure testing. 4.
TROUBLESHOOTING B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces While Vermont Castings Group has made every reasonable effort to ensure this appliance operates properly and satisfactorily, sometimes problems do arise. The following troubleshooting chart lists several problems with their Problem probable cause and remedy. Any adjustments and/or replacements must be by a qualified person. Do not replace any component with a different type. Use only components supplied by the manufacturer for this appliance.
TROUBLESHOOTING B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION Install batteries and/or plug in the AC board FAULT No beep in about 8 seconds A Using battery? Make sure Command Center and the control board are connected by a 2 feet or 15 feet cable After the beep Flip the master switch (rocker switch) to the ON position Press the ON button on the Command Center No beep or no sound from the valve indicating pilot solenoid open B No sparking on the pilot C Sparking doesn’t co
REPLACEMENT PARTS B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces 1 9 7 2 3 4 6 5 12 8 13 17 11 14 * * * 10 * * * * * 16 * * * * * * * * * 15 13 14 Ref. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. Description Twig, Top Twig, End Twig, Front Y Log, Back Log, Front Log, Middle Front Door Assy Handle Package End Door Assy Hearth Pan Ptd. Burner Assy Access Panel Ptd. Hearth Pan Edge Short Ptd. Hearth Pan Edge Long Ptd. Radiation Shield Assy Transition Section Limit Switch 20301938 Qty.
REPLACEMENT PARTS B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces 1 2 4 5 3 6 7 10 11,12 14 SIGNATURE COMMAND SYSTEM Ref. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 32 Description Qty. Gas Valve Assy 1 Pilot Assy 1 Control Box 1 Command Center 1 Burner Tube 1 Flexline w/ Shut-off 1 Injector 1 Wire Valve Control (not shown) 1 Wire Command Ctr.
ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES Outside Air Kit Back Refractory Look Panel Side Refractory Look Panel CONVERSION KIT 6CSC LP Conversion Kit 20301938 B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces 6AK DBVFBB DBVFBS BVCKPS 33
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B-Vent Specialty Gas Fireplaces LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY POLICY LIFETIME WARRANTY The following components are warranted for life to the original owner, subject to proof of purchase; Firebox, Combustion Chamber, Heat Exchanger, Grate and Stainless Steel Burners. FIVE YEAR WARRANTY The following components are warranted for five (5) years to the original owner, subject to proof of purchase; Ceramic Fiber Logs.
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