R SAPPHIRE GAS STOVE DIRECT VENT ROOM HEATER Owner’s Manual Installation and Operation Model: SAPPHIRE-MBK SAPPHIRE-D-MBK SAPPHIRE-D-PMH SAPPHIRE-D-CSB CAUTION DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL • Important operating and • Read, understand and • Leave this manual with follow these instructions maintenance instructions party responsible for use for safe installation and included. and operation. operation.
and Welcome to the Quadra-Fire Family! Hearth & Home Technologies welcomes you to our tradition of excellence! In choosing a Quadra-Fire appliance, you have our assurance of commitment to quality, durability, and performance. This commitment begins with our research of the market, including ‘Voice of the Customer’ contacts, ensuring we make products that will satisfy your needs.
Safety Alert Key: • DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury. • WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury. • CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. • NOTICE: Indicates practices which may cause damage to the fireplace or to property. - TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1: Listing and Code Approvals A.
1 Listing and Code Approvals C. BTU Specifications A. Appliance Certification MODEL: Sapphire-D Gas Stove LABORATORY: Intertek, Report No. 3198461 TYPE: Direct Vent Gas Heater STANDARD: ANSI Z21.88b-2009ּCSA 2.33b-2009ּ UL307bּCAN/CBA 2.17-M91 The product is listed to ANSI standards for “Vented Gas Appliance Heaters” and applicable sections of “Gas Burning Heating Appliances for Manufactured Homes and Recreational Vehicles” and "Gas Fired Appliances for use at High Altitudes".
NOTE: The following requirements reference various Massachusetts and national codes not contained in this document. G.
2 Getting Started A. Design & Installation Considerations Quadra-Fire direct vent gas appliances are designed to operate with all combustion air drawn from outside of the building and all exhaust gases expelled to the outside. No additional air source is required. CAUTION Check building codes prior to installation. • Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and national codes and regulations.
3 Appliance Location and Clearances NOTE: · Illustrations reflect typical installations and are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY. · Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale. · Actual installation may vary due to individual design preference. WARNING Fire Risk Provide adequate clearance: • Around air openings • To combustibles • For service access Locate appliance away from traffic areas. A.
4 Termination Locations A. Vent Termination Minimum Clearances HORIZONTAL OVERHANG WARNING Fire Risk. Explosion Risk. Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as specified. 2 FT. MIN. GAS DIRECT VENT TERMINATION CAP X 12 ROOF PITCH IS X/ 12 H (MIN.) - MINIMUM HEIGHT FROM ROOF TO LOWEST DISCHARGE OPENING Measure vertical clearances from this surface. Figure 4.1 Termination Clearances A B 6 in. (minimum) up to 20 in. 152 mm/508 mm 18 in. minimum 457 mm 20 in. and over 0 in.
M N P G R v A D H Q (See Note 2) E v V B L v v F U.S. (3 FT) B v B v V v I M A V = VENT TERMINAL A B D* F = 12 inches ............. clearances above grade, veran(See Note 1) da, porch, deck or balcony = 12 inches ............ clearances to window or door that may be opened, or to permanently closed window. (Glass) = 18 inches ............. vertical clearance to unventilated soffit or to ventilated soffit located above the terminal *30 inches ............
5 Vent Information A. Venting Components B. Use of Elbows In order to comply with applicable codes and product warranties, use only following venting components: • • • • • CAUTION Hearth & Home Technologies (HHT) Security Chimney's Secure Vent Chimney System Selkirk Metalbestos AmeriVent Simpson Dura-Vent (SDV) ALL vent configuration specifications MUST be followed. • This product is tested and listed to these specifications. • Appliance performance will suffer if specifications are not followed.
D. How to Use the Vent Graph 1. 2. 3. E. Venting Guidelines for Horizontal Runs Measure the distance from the top of appliance to the center of the 90° elbow. On the graph below, draw a horizontal line from that measurement on the vertical axis across until it intersects with the slanted line. From the point of this intersection, draw a vertical line to the bottom of the graph. The point at which this line meets the bottom line of the graph is the maximum length of the horizontal run.
F. Horizontal Termination WARNING Type A - Up and Out Installation 90° Elbow Center Line Fire Risk. Exhaust Fume Risk. Impaired Performance of Appliance. • Ensure vent components are locked together correctly. Termination Cap Pipe Length Step 2. Direct vent pipe is designed with a locking connection. To connect the venting system to the appliance flue outlet, a twist-lock adapter is built into the appliance at the factory. Wall thickness may vary.
Step 3. For installations using a round support box/wall thimble (check pipe manufacturer's instructions), mark the wall for a 10 in. x 10 in. (254mm x 254mm) square hole. The center of the square hole should line up with the center line of the horizontal pipe, as shown in Figure 5.6. Cut and frame the hole in the exterior wall where the vent will be terminated. If the wall being penetrated is constructed of non-combustible material, i.e. masonry block or concrete, a 7 in.
(NOTE: Some termination caps may cause the vent pipe to be off center on flashing). Ensure that proper clearances to combustible materials are maintained. If you are not using an approved termination cap with a built-in standoff on a building with vinyl siding, a vinyl siding standoff should be installed between the termination cap and the exterior wall (Figure 5.9). Follow manufacturer’s instructions for attaching the vinyl siding standoff to the horizontal termination cap.
G. Vertical Termination WARNING 1. Direct Vent Pipe Vertical Termination Cap Storm Collar Fire Risk. Explosion Risk. Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as specified. • Do not pack air space with insulation or other materials. Failure to keep insulation or other materials away from vent pipe may cause fire. Flashing Firestop Support Box 40 ft. (12.19m) Maximum Pipe Length Figure 5.12 Figure 5.11 Step 1. Check the installation instructions for required 1 in.
specified. Continue to assemble lengths of pipe and elbows necessary to reach from the ceiling support box/wall thimble up through the roof line. Galvanized pipe and elbows may be utilized in the attic, as well as above the roofline. The galvanized finish is desirable above the roofline, due to its higher corrosion resistance. Plumber’s Tape connected to Wall Strap NOTE: (1) If an offset is necessary in the attic to avoid obstructions, it is important to support the vent pipe every 3 ft.
Step 8. Slip the storm collar over the pipe, and push it down to the top of the flashing Figure 5.16. Use non-hardening sealant above and below the joint between the storm collar and the pipe. Optional High Wind Termination Cap Secure Flashing with Non-Hardening Sealant and Roofing Nails WARNING Fire Risk. Explosion Risk. • Any occupied areas above the first floor, including closets and storage spaces, which the vertical vent passed through must be enclosed.
2. Cathedral Ceiling Step 1. Follow installation Steps 1 and 2 under vertical installation section, page 15. Step 2. Using the plumb-bob, mark the center line of the venting system on the ceiling, and drill a small hole through the ceiling and roof at this point. From the roof, locate the drill hole and mark the outline of the cathedral ceiling support box. Step 3. Remove shingles or other roof covering as necessary to cut the rectangular hole for the support box. Cut the hole 1/8 in.
3. Class A Metal Chimney Termination Cap Top Adaptor Flashing Existing Metal Chimney System Step 4. Pass the flex pipe down through the center of the chimney system, and center the top adapter on the top of the chimney pipe. Drill four 1/8 in. (3mm) diameter holes through the top adapter, and into the chimney top. Ensure that you are drilling into the metal on the chimney. Twist lock the high wind termination cap onto the top adapter, Figures 5.23 and 5.24. 4 in.
4. Existing Masonry Chimney Type A Chimney Liner Termination Cap Type B Chimney Liner Termination Cap 30 ft. (9m) of 3 in. (76mm) Flex Liner Exhaust Section (Cut to length) 3 in. (76mm) Flex Liner Co-Axial to Co-Linear Connector Co-Axial to Co-Linear Connector Pipe Length (Optional) Pipe Length Optional Showing (2) 30 ft. (9m) Sections of Flex Liner This section of the chimney must be sealed The chimney must be sealed from the 4 ft.
Cut and bend flashing as needed to fit Step 1. Before cutting any holes, assemble the desired sections of direct vent pipe to determine the center of the masonry penetration. Step 2. Once the center point of the penetration has been determined, cut a 6 in. (152mm) diameter hole in the masonry. If the hole is too large, the retro connector might not mount properly; if the hole is too small, the appliance might starve for intake air.
Flex Liner 6 in. (152mm) diameter opening in masonry wall Flex Coupler Sheet Metal Screws Retro Connector Figure 5.28 Figure 5.30 Step 8. Secure the top adapter to the flashing. Use three sheet metal screws through the side of the top adapter into the flange on the flashing Figure 5.29. Twist lock the high wind termination cap on to the top adapter. High Wind Termination Cap (3) Masonry Bolts (Not included) Step 10.
6 Gas Information A. Fuel Conversions NOTE: Do not remove the retaining clip from the hood. Before making gas connections ensure that the appliance being installed is compatible with the available gas type. Any natural or propane gas conversions necessary to meet the appliance and locality needs must be made by a qualified technician using Hearth & Home Technologies specified and approved parts. 5/32 Allen Wrench 1.
2. Valve Regulator Replacement E Screws WARNING Fire Risk. Explosion Risk. • Disconnect any electrical cords and turn off gas supply to unit before proceeding if converting fuel on an appliance already fully installed. D Rubber Gasket Identification Label F Ensure that the rubber gasket (D) is properly positioned and install the new HI/LO pressure regulator assembly to the valve using the new screws (E) supplied with the kit. Tighten screws securely. (Reference torque = 25 in./lb.
C. Gas Connection B. Gas Pressures Proper input pressures required for optimum appliance performance, gas line sizing requirements need to be followed from NFPA51. WARNING Fire Risk. Explosion Hazard. High pressure will damage valve. • Disconnect gas supply piping BEFORE pressure testing gas line at test pressures above 1/2 psig. • Close the manual shutoff valve BEFORE pressure testing gas line at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig.
HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATIONS WARNING Fire or Explosion Risk • Gas build-up during line purge may ignite. • Purge should be performed by qualified technician. • Ensure adequate ventilation. • Ensure there are no ignition sources such as sparks or open flame. • A small amount of air will be in the gas supply lines. When first lighting appliance it will take a short time for air to purge from the lines. When purging is complete the appliance will light and operate normally.
7 Electrical Information A. Recommendation for Wire See B5 below for recommended maximum lead length (two wire) when using wall thermostat/switch. NOTE: This appliance must be electrically wired and grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition or the Canadian Electric Code, CSA C221.1. B. Connecting to the Appliance WARNING Wire 110v to electrical junction box. Do NOT wire 110v to the valve.
C. Standing Pilot Ignition System Wiring This appliance DOES NOT require 110 VAC supply for operation. See wiring diagram below. This appliance is equipped with a millivolt control valve. CAUTION Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. CAUTION Thermopile Gas Pilot Ignitor Thermocouple Shock hazard. • Replace damaged wire with type 105O C rated wire.
8 Appliance Setup A. Remove Shipping Materials CAUTION Remove shipping materials from inside or underneath the firebox. Sharp Edges B. Accessories • Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installation. Install approved accessories per instructions included with accessories. Refer to Section 12 for appropriate accessories. WARNING Shock or fire risk. Use ONLY optional accessories approved for this appliance. • Using non-listed accessories voids warranty.
E. Leg Leveling System Figure 8.8 Figure 8.5 Install the vent pipe adapter with gasket or high-temp silicone to the rear vent opening. Thread Allen bolts through nuts until flush. NOTE: Two Allen bolts and two nuts are included in the component bag. Normally, only one is required on the leg not touching the floor. Figure 8.9 Slide assembled nuts and bolts into slots on legs with the nuts on the bottom. Figure 8.6 Place the grille gently into the opening on top of the appliance. D.
G. Positioning the Logs While still breakable, the logs do not become fragile until after the appliance is burned and they have cured. After curing, any handling must be done with care as breakage can easily occur. 3 PLEASE NOTE: Logs have been designed to work specifically with the burner of this appliance. Exact placement will ensure proper operation of your gas appliance and reduce sooting. 2 1 Figure 8.14 Place left front log (#2) into the depression.
J. Optional Blower Installation I. Glass Door Assembly From The Kit You Will Need: Blower motor; wire harness; rheostat; rheostat nut; knob; screws; and 1 zip-tie. From The Stove Component Bag You Will Need: Snap disc bracket and 5/16 in. nut. Tools Required: #2 Phillips head bit; hand drill; 11/16 in. wrench; and a 5/16 in. wrench. Pull Latch Forward Attach with 4 Screws Figure 8.17 Turn off gas supply (if gas is connected), and remove the rear shield. Remove the blower from packaging.
Figure 8.20 Install speed control to switch panel. Attach knob to speed control. Figure 8.21 Cut out the rheostat/speed control cover on rear shield. Re-install rear shield. Connect the blower to the power supply and turn on the gas supply. NOTE: This blower utilizes a snap disc to control ON and OFF operation. When the correct temperature is reached, the blower will automatically turn ON. Use the rheostat/ speed control knob to adjust the fan speed to suit your preferences. RHEOSTAT F M M F 34 in.
K. Intake Fuel Restrictor Adjustment 2. Rear Vent Installations: (For top or rear vent installations) See vent graph for recommendations on page 11 before you begin your adjustment. If your installation falls within the range of the gray shaded area of graph, it may be necessary to make an adjustment to the vertical fuel restrictor to improve the flame appearance in your appliance. 1. Top Vent Installations: Figure 8.24 The rear vent fuel restrictor is located in the back of the firebox.
9 Operating Instructions A. Before Lighting Appliance Read this entire manual prior to using the appliance. Failure to follow the instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. • Remove all shipping materials from inside and/or underneath the firebox. • Review proper placement of logs, mineral wool. • Check the wiring. • Check the baffle adjustment. • Ensure that there are no gas leaks. • Ensure that the glass is sealed and in the proper position.
C. Lighting Appliance FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life A. This appliance has a pilot that must be lit manually. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. B. BEFORE LIGHTING, smell around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
D. After Appliance is Lit CAUTION Initial Break-in Procedure When you light your appliance, you may notice that it produces heat which does have an associated odor or smell. If you feel this odor is excessive it may require the initial three to four hour continuous burn on high followed by a second burn up to 12 hours to fully drive off any odor from paint and lubricants used in the manufacturing process. Condensation on the glass is normal.
10 Troubleshooting With proper installation, operation, and maintenance your gas appliance will provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, this troubleshooting guide will assist a qualified service person in the diagnosis of a problem and the corrective action to be taken. This troubleshooting guide can only be used by a qualified service technician. Symptom 1. After repeated triggering of the piezo button, the spark ignitor will not light the pilot. 2.
Symptom 3. (Continued) Possible Cause Corrective Action c. Defective valve. Turn the valve knob to the ON position. Place the ON/OFF switch in the ON position. Check the millivolt meter at the thermopile terminals. The millivolt meter should read greater than 125mV. If the reading is acceptable, and if the burner does not come on, replace the gas valve. d. Plugged burner orifice. Check the burner orifice for stoppage. Remove stoppage. e. Wall switch or wires are defective.
11 Maintaining and Servicing Your Appliance Although the frequency of your appliance servicing and maintenance will depend on use and the type of installation, a qualified service technician should perform an appliance check-up at the beginning of each heating season. CAUTION Handle glass assembly with care. NOTE: Clean glass after initial 3-4 hours operation. Longer operation without cleaning glass may cause a permanent white film on glass. WARNING Risk of injury or property damage.
A. Maintenance Tasks Inspect Doors Maintenance Tasks 1. Inspect for scratches, dents or other damage and repair as necessary. 2. Verify no obstructions to air flow. 3. Verify maintenance of proper clearance to combustible household objects. Gasket Seal, Glass Assembly and Glass 1. Inspect gasket seal and its condition. 2. Inspect glass for scratches and nicks that can lead to breakage when exposed to heat. 3. Confirm there is no damage to glass or glass frame, Replace as necessary. 4.
12 Reference Materials A. Appliance Dimension Diagram Dimensions are actual appliance dimensions. Use for reference only. For clearances refer to Section 3. 18 in. (457mm) 21-7/8 in. (556mm) 27-5/8 in. (701mm) 21-7/8 in. (556mm) Figure 12.1 16-1/4 in. (414mm) Figure 12.2 8-1/4 in. (211mm) 18-3/4 in. (477mm) 20-3/4 in. (526mm) 21-7/8 in. (556mm) Figure 12.3 42 Figure 12.4 Quadra-Fire • Sapphire • 7055-116 Rev.
B. Vent Components Diagram 6-3/8 in. (162mm) 6-1/2 in. (165mm) 9-1/4 in. (235mm) 6-1/2 in. (165mm) 6-3/8 in. (162mm) 6-5/8 in. (168mm) 9-5/8 in. (244mm) SLP45-BK 6-5/8 in. (168mm) 9-5/8 in. (244mm) SLP90M 17-24 in. (432-610mm) 6-1/2 in. (165mm) 11-3/4 in. (298mm) SLP12AM 5-3/4 in. (146mm) 6-5/8 in. (168mm) SLP12M SLP6M 47-3/4 in. (1213mm) 35-3/4 in. (908mm) 23-3/4 in. (603mm) 12-17 in. (305-432mm) 3-3/4 in. (95mm) SLP4M SLP6AM SLP24M SLP36M SLP48M 4 in. (102 mm) inner pipe 6-5/8 in.
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E. Limited Lifetime Warranty Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Hearth & Home Technologies Inc., on behalf of its hearth brands (”HHT”), extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet, coal and electric hearth appliances that are purchased from an HHT authorized dealer.
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F. Contact Information R Quadra-Fire, a brand of Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. 7571 215th Street West, Lakeville, MN 55044 www.quadrafire.com Please contact your Quadra-Fire dealer with any questions or concerns. For the location of your nearest Quadra-Fire dealer, please visit www.quadrafire.com. NOTICE DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL • Important operating • Read, understand and and maintenance instructions included. follow these instructions for safe installation and operation.
