Owner’s Manual Installation and Operation VRTIKL-AUB FREESTANDING STOVE MODELS: SAI Global VRT-BZ-N-AUB VRT-BZ-P-AUB VRT-GY-N-AUB VRT-GY-P-AUB Ref No GSCS20166 AS4553:2008 NOTICE DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL • Important operating and maintenance instructions included. • Read, understand and follow these instructions for safe installation and operation.
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THIS APPLIANCE. MODELS: VRT-N-AUB AND VRT-P-AUB ARE SAI GLOBAL APPROVED FOR NATURAL GAS, PROPANE OR BUTANE AS A BALANCED FLUE FIREPLACE. Refer to the appliance data plates for gas consumptions and pressures. Installation of this appliance should only be carried out by an authorized person in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Read this manual before installing or operating this appliance. Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference. A. Congratulations This owner’s manual should be retained for future reference. We suggest that you keep it with your other important documents and product manuals. Congratulations on selecting a Heat & Glo gas fireplace, an elegant and clean alternative to wood burning fireplaces.
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: Used to address practices not related to personal injury. Table of Contents A. Congratulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11 Gas Information A. Gas Pressure Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 B. Gas Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 12 Electrical Information A. B. C. D. E. Wiring Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IntelliFire PlusTM Ignition System Wiring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Optional Accessories Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Warranty Period Parts Labor Heat & Glo Manufactured Appliances and Venting Gas Wood 5 years 1 years 7 years 3 years X Components Covered Pellet EPA Wood X X Castings & baffles X X Manifold tubs HEAT & GLO chimney and termination Coal 10 years 1 year X Limited 3 year Lifetime X X X X X 90 Days X X X X X Electric Venting Burners, logs and refractory Firebox and heat exchanger X X All Replacement Parts beyond warranty period OTHER RIGHTS The HHT manufacturer’s warranty is
• • • • Non Heat & Glo venting components, hearth components or other accessories used in conjunction with the appliance. Any part of a pre-existing fireplace system in which an insert or a decorative gas appliance is installed. Removal, installation, reinstallation, set up or any other costs associated with a claim including travel and shipping charges for parts HHT’s obligation under this warranty does not extend to the appliance’s capability to heat the desired space.
1 Listing and Code Approvals A. Appliance Certification The fireplace and its individual shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of the system at test pressures in excess of 6 kPa. MODELS: VRT-AUB LABORATORY: SAI Global If the fireplace must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing an individual shut-off valve, it must be of the handle-less type.
2 User Guide Operating Instructions A. Gas Fireplace Safety B. Your Fireplace WARNING HOT SURFACES! Glass and other surfaces are hot during operation AND cool down. C. Clear Space Hot glass will cause burns. • DO NOT touch glass until it is cooled • NEVER allow children to touch glass • Keep children away • CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as fireplace. • Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures.
H. Lighting Instructions (IPI) FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS (IPI) WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. 1. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. DO NOT try to light the burner by hand. A. This appliance is equipped with an intermittent pilot ignition (IPI) device which automatically lights the burner.
I. Control Module Operation MODULE 1. The control module has an ON/OFF/REMOTE selector switch that must be set. See Figure 2.1. OFF Position: Appliance will ignore all power inputs and will not respond to any commands from a wall switch or remote. The unit should be in the OFF position during installation, service, battery installation, fuel conversion, and in the event that the control goes into LOCK-OUT mode as a result of an error code.
J. After Fireplace is Lit Initial Break-in Procedure • The fireplace should be run three to four hours continuously on high. • Turn the fireplace off and allow it to completely cool. • Remove fixed glass assembly. See Section 9.I through 9.K. • Clean fixed glass assembly. See Section 3. • Replace the fixed glass assembly and run continuously on high an additional 12 hours. This cures the materials used to manufacture the fireplace. NOTICE! Open windows for air circulation during fireplace break-in.
3 Maintenance and Service Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the fireplace. When properly maintained, your fireplace will give you many years of trouble-free service. We recommend annual service by a qualified service technician. A. Maintenance Tasks-Homeowner Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service technician only. The fireplace should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service person.
B. Maintenance Tasks-Qualified Service Technician Firebox To prevent inadvertent burner operation while servicing this appliance: By: Qualified Service Technician • Unplug DC regulator from junction box. • Remove batteries from battery pack (if installed). • Shut off gas supply to the appliance. Frequency: Annually Tools needed: Protective gloves, sandpaper, steel wool, cloths, mineral spirits, primer and touch-up paint. • Inspect for paint condition, warped surfaces, corrosion or perforation.
Burner Ignition and Operation Frequency: Annually By: Qualified Service Technician Tools needed: Protective gloves, vacuum cleaner, whisk broom, flashlight, voltmeter, indexed drill bit set, and a manometer. • Verify burner is properly secured and aligned with pilot or igniter. • Clean off burner top, inspect for plugged ports, corrosion or deterioration. Replace burner if necessary. • Replace Glowing embers with new dime-size pieces. DO NOT block ports or obstruct lighting paths.
4 Installer Guide Getting Started A. Typical Appliance System NOTICE: Illustrations and photos reflect typical installations and are for design purposes only. Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale. Actual product may vary from pictures in manual HORIZONTAL TERMINATION CAP (SECTION 10.H) VERTICAL TERMINATION CAP (SECTION 10.L) STORM COLLAR (SECTION 10.K) NON-COMBUSTIBLE ROOF FLASHING MAINTAINS MINIMUM CLEARANCE AROUND PIPE (SECTION 10.
B. Design and Installation Considerations D. Inspect Appliance and Components Heat & Glo direct vent gas appliances are designed to operate with all combustion air siphoned from outside of the building and all exhaust gases expelled to the outside of the building. No additional outside air source is required. • Carefully remove the appliance and components from the packaging. Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and national codes and regulations.
5 Framing and Clearances A. Selecting Appliance Location NOTICE: 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. When selecting a location for the appliance it is important to consider the required clearances to walls (see Figure 5.1). WARNING! Risk of Fire or Burns! Provide adequate clearance around air openings and for service access.
B. Optional Stone Surround Installed C B A A D STONE SURROUND A B C D Inches 3 4 31 36 Millimeters 83 102 781 914 Figure 3.1 WARNING Fire Risk. Odor Risk. Tipping Risk • Install gas stove on a stable, level platform/ floor strong enough to support gas stove without tipping. • USE wood flooring, ceramic tile, brick hearth or high pressure laminate flooring applied directly over the sub-flooring material. 20 Heat & Glo • VRT-AUB • 2123-980 Rev.
6 Termination Locations A. Vent Termination Minimum Clearances WARNING Fire 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 overheating and fire. A B 6 in. (minimum) up to 20 in. (152 mm (minimum) up to 508 mm) 18 in. minimum (457 mm minimum) 20 in. and over (508 mm and over) 0 in.
a j h d See note 3 d I g M T k c e P h door n c e j openable window f T h j b g T k See note 2 T = Flue terminal I = Mechanical air inlet M = Gas meter P = Electricity meter or fuse box Shading indicates prohibited areas for flue terminals a - Below eaves, balconies or other projections: MIN. CLEARANCE - in. (mm) Appliances up to 50 MJ/h input..................................................................................... 12 (300) Appliances over 50 MJ/h input........
7 Flue Information B. Use of Elbows A. Flue Components These models are approved to use Hearth & Home Technologies series pipes, components and termination. Approved components are labeled for identification. This pipe is tested and listed as an approved component of the stove. DO NOT USE FIELD-FABRICATED FLUE COMPONENTS. Refer to the flue manufacturer’s instructions. This product is approved to be flued either horizontally, through the side wall or vertically through the roof.
D. Flueing Diagrams STRAIGHT UP VERTICAL FLUE V 38 ft. (11.58 m) Maximum For Natural, Propane and Butane Gases. Note: For this type of installation, the vertical flue restrictor must be added. See section H for instructions. V Figure 7.2 STRAIGHT OUT HORIZONTAL FLUE H 2 ft. (610 mm) Maximum For Natural, Propane and Butane Gases. H Figure 7.3 24 Heat & Glo • VRT-AUB • 2123-980 Rev.
Natural Gas • One 90° Elbow System V Minimum 1-1/2 ft. 457 mm H Maximum 4-1/2 ft. 1.37 m 3 ft. 914 mm 9 ft. 2.74 m 4-1/2 ft. 1.37 m 13-1/2 ft. 4.12 m 6 ft. 1.83 m 16 ft. 4.88 m V + H = Max. 38 ft. (11.58 m) H Max. = 16 ft. (4.88 m) Propane • One 90° Elbow System V Minimum V H Maximum 1-1/2 ft. 457 mm 3 ft. 914 mm 3 ft. 914 mm 6 ft. 1.83 m 4-1/2 ft. 1.37 m 9-1/2 ft. 2.88 m 6 ft. 1.83 m 12 ft. 3.66 m V + H = Max. 38 ft. (11.58 m) H Max. = 12 ft. (3.
Natural Gas • Two 90° Elbows System V Minimum H Maximum H1 + H2 Max. 1-1/2 ft. 457 mm 1-3/4 ft. 530 mm 3-1/2 ft. 1.07 m 3 ft. 914 mm 3-1/2 ft. 1.07 m 7 ft. 2.13 m 4-1/2 ft. 1.37 m 5-1/2 ft. 1.68 m 11-1/2 ft. 3.5 m 6 ft. 1.83 m 7 ft. 2.13 m 14-1/2 ft. 4.42 m V + H1 + H2 = Max. 36 ft. (10.97 m) H1 Max. = 7 ft. (2.13 m) H1 + H2 = Max. 15 ft. (4.57 m) Propane • Two 90° Elbows System V Minimum H Maximum H1 + H2 Max. 1-1/2 ft. 457 mm 15 in. 390 mm 2-1/4 in. 690 mm 3 ft.
Natural Gas • Two 90° Elbows System V Minimum H Maximum 1-1/2 ft. 457 mm 2 ft. 610 mm H1 + H2 Max. 3-1/2 ft. 1.07 m 3 ft. 914 mm 3-1/2 ft. 1.07 m 7-1/2 ft. 2.28 m 4-1/2 ft. 1.37 m 5-1/2 ft. 1.68 m 11-1/2 ft. 3.5 m 6 ft. 1.83 m 7 ft. 2.13 m 15 ft. 4.57 m V + H1 + H2 = Max. 33 ft. (10.06 m) H1 Max. = 7 ft. (2.13 m) H1 + H2 = Max. 15 ft. (4.57 m) Propane • Two 90° Elbows System V Minimum H Maximum H1 + H2 Max. 1-1/2 ft. 457 mm 15 in. 390 mm 2-1/4 in. 69 cm 3 ft.
Natural Gas • Two 90° Elbows System V Minimum H Maximum 1 ft. 305 mm 3 ft. 914 mm 2 ft. 610 mm 6 ft. 1.83 m 3 ft. 914 mm 9 ft. 2.74 m 4 ft. 1.22 m 12 ft. 3,66 m 5 ft. 1.52 m 15 ft. 4.57 m V1 + V2 + H = Max. 36 ft. (10.97 m) H = Max. 15 ft. (4.57 m) V2 Propane • Two 90° Elbows System V Minimum V1 H H Maximum 1 ft. 305 mm 2 ft. 610 mm 2 ft. 610 mm 4 ft. 1.22 m 3 ft. 914 mm 6 ft. 1.83 m 4 ft. 1.22 m 8 ft. 2.44 m 5 ft. 1.52 m 10 ft. 3.05 m V1 + V2 + H = Max.
Natural Gas • Three 90° Elbows System V Minimum H Maximum H1 + H2 Max. 1-1/2 ft. 457 mm 1-3/4 ft. 530 mm 3-1/2 ft. 1.07 m 3 ft. 914 mm 3-1/2 ft. 1.07 m 7-1/2 ft. 2.28 m 4-1/2 ft. 1.37 m 5-1/2 ft. 1.68 m 11-1/2 ft. 3.5 m 6 ft. 1.83 m 7 ft. 2.13 m 15 ft. 4.57 m V + H1 + H2 = Max. 36 ft. (10.97 m) H1 Max. = 7 ft. (2.13 m) H1 + H2 = Max. 15 ft. (4.57 m) Propane • Three 90° Elbows System V Minimum 1-1/2 ft. 457 mm H Maximum H1 + H2 Max. 1 ft. 305 mm 2-1/4 in. 690 mm 3 ft.
Natural Gas • Three 90° Elbows System V Minimum H Maximum H1 + H2 Max. 1-1/2 ft. 457 mm 1-3/4 ft. 530 mm 3-1/4 ft. 1,0 m 3 ft. 914 mm 3-1/2 ft. 1,07 m 6-1/2 ft. 1,98 m 4-1/2 ft. 1,37 m 5-1/2 ft. 1,68 m 10 ft. 3,05 m 6 ft. 1,83 m 7 ft. 2,13 m 13 ft. 3,96 m V + H1 + H2 = Max. 36 ft. (10.97 m) H1 Max. = 7 ft. (2.13 m) H1 + H2 = Max. 13 ft. (3.96 m) Propane • Three 90° Elbows System V Minimum H Maximum H1 + H2 Max. 1-1/2 ft. 457 mm 1 ft. 305 mm 1-3/4 ft. 530 mm 3 ft.
E. Flue Pipe Assembly F. Horizontal Penetration Framing 90 DEGREE ELBOW PIPE LENGTH WALL THIMBLE WALL THIMBLE COVER TERMINATION CAP PIPE LENGTH Note: Align seams to engage pipe, then rotate counterclockwise to lock Figure 7.12 Step 1. Balanced flue pipe is designed with a locking connection. To connect the flue system to the gas stove flue outlet: • Lock the flue components into place by sliding the pipe section onto the collar. • Align the seam of the pipe and seam of collar to allow engagement.
FIG. A 90 DEGREE ELBOW U S E H E AT S H IE L D OR W A L L T H IM B L E P lac e m ark w h ere p ro tru d es th ro u g h ex terio r w all to c u t o ff ex ces s. 90 E L B O W O CENTER L IN E P IP E LENGTH T R IM R IN G P IP E L E N G T H FIG. B MINIMUM CLEARANCE MINIMUM OF 6 in. (152 mm) OF PIPE THROUGH THE WALL INTERIOR WALL 2 in. (51 mm) clearance from rear of stove WALL THIMBLE CENTER LINE HEAT SHIELD OVER TOP HALF OF PIPE TRIM RING Figure 7.14 32 Heat & Glo • VRT-AUB • 2123-980 Rev.
G. Slim Line Wall Thimble BEFORE YOU BEGIN: Review the flueing configurations in Figures A, B and C on the next page. CAUTION! Risk of Cuts, Abrasions or Flying Debris. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installation. Sheet metal edges are sharp. 1. Assembling Slim Line Trim Ring and Heat Shield Figure 7.17 Attach the heat shield to the trim ring with the four screws provided. Screws go through the heat shield and into the brackets on the trim ring. 2.
H. Vertical Termination VERTICAL TERMINATION CAP STORM COLLAR FLASHING FIRESTOP 11.58 m (38 ft.) MAXIMUM SUPPORT BOX PIPE LENGTH Figure 7.20 On vertical terminations use SLP-TVHW. Figure 7.19 Step 1. Check the installation instructions for required 10 in. (254 mm) clearances (air space) to combustibles when passing through ceilings, walls, roofs, enclosures, attic rafters, or other nearby combustible surfaces. (See Figure 7.19).
Step 3. To install the round support box/wall thimble cover in a flat ceiling, cut a 229 mm square hole in the ceiling, centered on the hole drilled in Step 2. Frame the hole as shown in Figure 7.22. SHINGLES OVERLAP ON TOP EDGE OF FLASHING CEILING JOISTS FRAMING 229 mm x 229 mm ROUND CEILING SUPPORT BOX/WALL THIMBLE COVER 40 mm LONG WOOD SCREWS Figure 7.22 Step 4. Assemble the desired lengths of pipe and elbows necessary to reach from the gas stove up through the round support box.
Step 9. I. Vertical Flue Restrictor Twist-lock the flue cap and seal. If the fireplace installation requires a vertical flue off the top of the unit with no horizontal flue or elbows, the vertical flue restrictor must be added. Reinstall heat shield when completed. See Figure 7.26. Note: For multi-story vertical installations, a ceiling firestop is required at the second floor, and any subsequent floors (Figure 7.25). The opening should be framed to 9 in. x 9 in.
8 Vent Clearances and Framing A. Pipe Clearances to Combustibles B. Wall Penetration Framing WARNING! Risk of Fire! Maintain air space clearance to vent. DO NOT pack insulation or other combustibles: Combustible Wall Penetration • Between ceiling firestops • Between wall shield firestops • Around vent system Failure to keep insulation or other material away from vent pipe may cause over heating and fire. Note: Heat shields MUST overlap by a minimum of 1-1/2 in. (38 mm).
C. Install the Ceiling Firestop A ceiling firestop MUST be used between floors and attics. • SLP pipe only - Frame opening 9 in. x 9 in. (229 mm x 229 mm) whenever the vent penetrates a ceiling/floor (see Figure 8.3). ATTIC ABOVE • Frame the area with the same sized lumber as used in ceiling/floor joist. • The ceiling firestop may be installed above or below the ceiling joists when installed with a attic insulation shield. It must be under joists between floors that are not insulated. Refer to Figure 8.4.
D. Install Attic Insulation Shield WARNING! Fire Risk. DO NOT allow loose materials or insulation to touch vent. Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. requires the use of an attic shield. BEND ALL TABS INWARD 90° TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE AND PREVENT INSULATION FROM FALLING INSIDE An attic shield constructed of 26 gauge minimum metal that extends at least 2 in. (51 mm) above insulation is required. Attic shields must meet specified clearance and be secured in place.
9 Appliance Setup A. Remove Shipping Materials C. Leveling and Bolting Down the Appliance SECURING THE GAS STOVE IS REQUIRED. Remove shipping materials from inside or underneath the firebox. The gas line is shipped inside back panel. To access the gas line remove the top plate from the gas stove. Remove and retain the two Allen head screws that hold the back panel in place. Replace panel when finished. WARNING Fire Risk. Odor Risk.
CLEARANCE HOLE E. Top to Rear Flue Conversion KIT CONTENTS: Top cover (without hole); Back panel (with hole). 1. Remove the front door assembly by pulling bottom of front away from gas stove and lifting it off of the hooks on top of the gas stove. Set door aside. ON TOP OF APPLIANCE: 2. Remove the top plate with hole and discard. (Figure 9.6) Figure 9.4 The manufacturer recommends securing the lag bolt from the component bag in the center hole in the bottom plate (clearance hole).
ON BACK OF APPLIANCE: ON TOP OF APPLIANCE: 6. Remove the four screws from the cover plate on rear of gas stove. Set cover plate aside. Retain screws. (See Figure 9.8). Attach DV adapter collar in its place. Install the inner extension collar. 8. Install the new back panel (without hole) to the rear of gas stove. Replace the Allen head screws removed in Step 3 to hold the back panel in place. 9. Install the new top as shown in Figure 9.10. INNER EXTENSION COLLAR Figure 9.10 F.
G. Positioning the Logs While still breakable, the logs do not become fragile until after the gas stove is burned and they have cured. After curing, any handling must be done with care as breakage can easily occur. PLEASE NOTE: Logs have been designed to work specifically with the burner of this gas stove. Exact placement will ensure proper operation of your gas stove. Figure 9.14 Locate log #2 over the pin in log #1 and into notch in log #1. Lean the log back toward the left corner of the firebox. H.
I. Front Door Glass Assembly Installation J. Inner Glass Door Assembly Replacement Remove the front door assembly by pulling bottom of front away from gas stove and lifting it off of the hooks on top of the gas stove (see Figure 9.16). Turn the gas stove OFF and let it cool down before replacing the inner glass door assembly. Refer to Figure 9.17: Position the four flat 6 mm spacer washers on the front door so that the four mounting screws pass through them. Position the glass over the front door.
K. Covers Removal For Servicing Pilot Assembly/Ignition System Control Compartment Access Door • Remove the log set, log grate and burner assembly. • Lift the lower door up and out to access the gas controls. • Disconnect the gas supply tube from the outlet side of valve. Trim Door and Glass Door • Lift the front trim door up and out away from the appliance side surrounds. Replace the door when servicing is complete.
10 Installing Vent Pipe (SLP Pipe) A. Assemble Vent Sections To attach the first vent component to the starting collars of the appliance: • Lock the vent components into place by sliding the pipe section onto the collar. • Align the seam of the pipe and seam of collar to allow engagement. Rotate the vent component to lock into place. Use this procedure for all vent components. See Figure 10.1. • Slide the gasket over the first vent section and place it flush to the appliance.
B. Assemble Slip Sections C. Secure The Vent Sections • Slide the inner flue of the slip section into the inner flue of the pipe section and the outer flue of the slip section over the outer flue of the pipe section. See Figure 10.3. • Vertical runs of pipe must be supported every 8 ft. (2.44 m). • Slide together to the desired length. • Vent supports or plumbers strap (spaced 120º apart) may be used to support. See figures 10.5 and 10.6. • Horizontal sections must be supported every 5 ft. (1.52 m).
D. Disassemble Vent Sections • Rotate either section (see Figure 10.7) so the seams on both pipe sections are aligned as shown in Figure 10.8. • Pull carefully to separate the pieces of pipe. • Level the support box both vertically and horizontally and temporarily tack it in place through the inside walls into the roof sheathing. • Use tin snips to cut the support box from the top corners down to the roof line and fold the resulting flaps to the roof. See Figure 10.10.
F. Install Support Brackets For Horizontal Runs - The flue system must be supported every 5 ft. (1.52 m) of horizontal run by a horizontal pipe support. To install support brackets for horizontal runs: 10 in. (254 mm) INTERIOR WALL SHIELD • Place the pipe supports around the flue pipe. • Nail the pipe supports to the framing members. 10 in. (254 mm) For Vertical Runs - The flue system must be supported every 8 ft. (2.44 m) above the fireplace flue outlet by wall brackets.
If the area above the ceiling is NOT an attic, position and secure the ceiling firestop on the ceiling side of the previously cut and framed hole. Rear Flue Heat Shield 38 mm min. overlap Interior Wall Shield JOIST Outer Flue Inner Flue CEILING INTERIOR EXTERIOR Figure 10.17 Venting through the Wall NAILS (4 REQUIRED) CEILING FIRESTOP Figure 10.15 Ceiling Firestop (Ceiling Side) If the area above the ceiling IS an attic, position and secure the firestop on top of the previously framed hole.
I. Heat Shield Requirements for Horizontal Termination WARNING! Risk of Fire! To prevent overheating and fire, heat shields must extend through the entire wall thickness. • DO NOT remove the heat shields attached to the wall shield firestop and the horizontal termination cap (shown in Figure 10.18). J. Install Metal Roof Flashing • See minimum vent heights for various pitched roofs (Figure 10.19) to determine the length of pipe to extend through the roof.
L. Install Vertical Termination Cap • Locate and mark the flue center point on the underside of the roof, and drive a nail through the center point. CAULK • Make the outline of the roof hole around the center point nail. • The size of the roof hole framing dimensions depend on the pitch of the roof. There MUST BE a 1 in. (25.4 mm) clearance from the vertical flue pipe to combustible materials. • Mark the roof hole accordingly. • Cover the opening of the installed flue pipes. • Cut and frame the roof hole.
11 Gas Information A. Gas Pressure Requirements B. Gas Connection Pressure requirements for VRT-AUB fireplaces are shown in the table below. Two taps are provided on the right hand side of the gas control for a test gauge connection to measure the inlet and outlet pressures. The fireplace and its individual shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of the system at test pressures in excess of 6 mbar.
The gas is introduced to the appliance on the left hand side. After the gas pipe installation is complete, check carefully all gas connections for leaks with a commercially-available, noncorrosive leak check solution. Be sure to rinse off all leak check solution following testing. DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME. NOTICE: the gas supply line should be purged of any trapped air prior to the first firing of the unit. Gas line and power cord are shipped inside back panel.
12 Electrical Information A. Wiring Requirements • Plug the 6 volt transformer plug into the appliance junction box to supply power to the appliance OR install 4 AA cell batteries (not included) into the battery pack before use. NOTICE: This appliance must be installed by a qualified electrician in accordance with the relevant national and local regulations. • An in-line isolation switch must be installed within 1 meter of the fireplace.
BLUE BROWN GREEN/ YELLOW Note: if any of the original wire as supplied with the appliance must be replaced, it must be replaced with type 105 ºC rated wire. Wires must have high temperature insulations. BROWN GREEN/YELLOW BLUE Figure 12.2 D. Blower These fireplaces have a factory installed Fan, Electrical Junction Box. These components are located behind the lower door.
E. Control Module Operation MODULE 1. The control module has an ON/OFF/REMOTE selector switch that must be set. See Figure 12.4. OFF Position: Appliance will ignore all power inputs and will not respond to any commands from a wall switch or remote. The unit should be in the OFF position during installation, service, battery installation, fuel conversion, and in the event that the control goes into LOCK-OUT mode as a result of an error code.
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any responsibility for, and the warranty will be voided by, the following actions: • Installation and use of any damaged system component. • Modification of the system component. • Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home Technologies. • Installation and/or use of any component part not approved by Hearth & Home Technologies. Any such action may cause a fire hazard. • Read, understand and follow these instructions for safe installation and operation.
FCC Requirements Installation of Remote Control Housing WARNING! Risk of Fire! Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. CAUTION! Risk of Fire! DO NOT install damaged or modified components. Warranty will be voided if damaged or modified components are installed.
Programming the RC300CE to the Control Module CAUTION! Risk of burns! DO NOT program the remote control to the control module when fireplace is hot. • Verify the ON/OFF/REMOTE switch is in the REMOTE position. Green LED light will blink three times and the control module will beep once 5 seconds later when ready. See Figure 7. • Using a small item (such as a paper clip) press and release the LEARN button located near the ON/OFF/ REMOTE switch. See Figure 12.11.
Display Screen FIREPLACE STATUS Idle When Remote is in ON Mode THERMOSTAT DESIRED TEMP SETTING The remote control will go into an idle mode if no buttons are pressed within 5 seconds. Press any button to resume full functionality. In idle mode only active functions will show on the screen.
About ON Mode Adjusting Fan Speed • All functions can be accessed when the remote control is in the ON mode. • Press the MENU button to activate the menu. • Only active functions will be displayed when the remote control is in the ON mode. For example: if the fan is the only function that’s active, the fan icon and flame will be the only icon shown in the display.
Adjusting Thermostat Power Outage • Press the MENU button to activate the menu. • If fireplace battery backup system IS installed at time of power outage, fireplace operation will not be interrupted. • Using the UP and DOWN arrows highlight the THERMO icon and press SELECT. • Use the UP and DOWN arrows to turn the THERMO ON or OFF, then press SELECT (the SET TEMP will start blinking). Using the UP and DOWN arrows select the desired temperature and press SELECT.
Frequently Asked Questions/Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Batteries Verify batteries are functional and installed correctly. Remote control is in Child Lock mode Disengage Child Lock mode. Buttons not being pressed firmly Press button firmly for one to two seconds to ensure transmission to module. Control module is not in “REMOTE” mode Ensure module switch is set to REMOTE.
13 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 technician 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. Contact your dealer to arrange a service call by a qualified service technician. A.
IntelliFire Plus™ Ignition System - (continued) Symptom 4. Pilot lights but continues to spark, and main burner will not ignite. (If the pilot continues to spark after the pilot flame has been lit, flame rectification has not occurred.) 5. Carbon Deposition 66 Possible Cause A. A shorted or loose connection in flame sensing rod. Corrective Action Verify all connections to wiring diagram in manual. Verify connections underneath pilot assembly are tight.
14 Reference Materials A. Appliance Dimension Diagram Dimensions are actual appliance dimensions. Use for reference only. For framing dimensions and clearances refer to Section 5. A C B D Height includes 9.5 mm hearth pad. E F I G Hearth Pad H A B C D E F G H I Inches 19 41 40 16 3 7 30 29 34 Millimeters 479 1035 1025 403 76 181 762 733 857 Figure 14.1 Appliance Dimensions Heat & Glo • VRT-AUB • 2123-980 Rev.
B. Appliance Dimension with Stone Surround Diagram A B D F E C Hearth Pad Height includes 9.53 mm hearth pad. G Height includes 9.3 mm hearth pad. A B C D E F G Inches 30 24 30 3 29 34 44 Millimeters 753 620 768 83 428 867 1126 Figure 14.2 Appliance Dimensions with Stone Surround 68 Heat & Glo • VRT-AUB • 2123-980 Rev.
C. Maintenance Tasks Inspect Doors Maintenance Tasks 1. Inspect for scratches, dents or other damage and repair as necessary. 2. Verify no obstructions to airflow. 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 panels 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.
D. Vent Components Diagrams 6-1/2 in. 165 mm 6-1/2 in. 165 mm 8-3/4 in. 222 mm 6-1/2 in. 165 mm 9-1/4 in. 235 mm 6 in. 152 mm 6-5/8 in. 168 mm 6-5/8 in. 168 mm SLP45 45° Elbow 9-7/8 in.
D. Vent Components Diagrams (continued) Note: Heat shields MUST overlap by a minimum of 1-1/2 in. (38 mm). The heat shield is designed to be used on a wall 4 in. to 7-1/4 in. (102 mm to 184 mm) thick. If wall thickness is less than 4 in. (102 mm) the existing heat shields must be field trimmed. If wall thickness is greater than 7-1/4 in. (184 mm) a DVP-HSM-B will be required. 8 in. (203 mm) Heat Shield 15-1/8 in. (384 mm) Term Cap Max Effective Length 12 in.
VRT-AUB E. Service Parts Direct Vent Vertical Stove Beginning Manufacturing Date: March 2011 Ending Manufacturing Date: ______ VRT-GY-N-AUB, VRT-BZ-N-AUB VRT-GY-P-AUB, VRT-BZ-P-AUB 1 2 3 4 20 5 19 6 7 8 9 18 10 11 12 17 13 Log Set Assembly 16 14 15 Part number list on following page. 72 Heat & Glo • VRT-AUB • 2123-980 Rev.
Service Parts VRT-AUB IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer.
VRT-AUB Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: March 2011 Ending Manufacturing Date: ______ 14.1 #14 Valve Assembly 14.2 14.3 14.4 14.5 14.15 14.6 14.8 14.14 14.7 14.13 14.12 14.11 14.9 14.10 IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer.
E. Contact Information Heat & Glo, a brand of Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. 7571 215th Street West, Lakeville, MN 55044 www.heatnglo.com Please contact your Heat & Glo dealer with any questions or concerns. For the location of your nearest Heat & Glo dealer, please visit www.heatnglo.com.