By Avalon B-Vent Gas Stove and Fireplace Insert • Freestanding Stove • Masonry Fireplace Insert • Factory Built (Z.C.) Fireplace Insert OMNI Listed WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
P AGE 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • IF YOU SMELL GAS: * Do not light any appliance * Extinguish any open flame * Do not touch any electrical switch or plug or unplug anything * Open windows and vacate building * Call gas supplier from neighbor's house, if not reached, call fire department • This unit must be installed by a qualified installer to prevent the possibility of an explosion. Your dealer will know the requirements in your area and can inform you of those people considered qualified.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (CONTINUED) • • • • • AA AA • • • • • AA AA AA AA A Do not place clothing or other flammable items on or near the heater. Because this heater can be controlled by a thermostat there is a possibility of the heater turning on and igniting any items placed on or near it. The viewing glass should be opened for service only (see the maintenance section of this manual). Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the heater.
P AGE 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information Operating Your Heater Introduction & Important Information............1 Safety Precautions ..................................2 Features & Specifications..........................5 Before You Begin ....................................24 Location of Controls .................................24 Starting The Pilot.....................................25 Starting the Heater for the First Time ...........26 Turning the Heater On and Off ...................
FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Installation Options: P AGE 5 Features: • • Freestanding • • Masonry Fireplace Insert • Zero-Clearance (Metal) Fireplace Insert • • • • • • Works During Power Outages (millivolt system) High Efficiency; Up to 80% for Natural Gas, 82% for LP (Steady State) Optional Thermostat or Remote Control Realistic "Wood Fire" Look Convenient Operating Controls Variable-Rate Heat Output Quiet Blower for Effective Heat Distribution Low Maintenance Heating Specifications: Approximate He
STOVE INSTALLATION - For qualified installers only! P AGE 6 Installation Preparation ! ! ! This appliance must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any; if not, follow ANSI Z223.1 and the requirements listed in this manual. Failure to follow all of the requirements may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Notify your insurance company before hooking up this heater. The requirements listed below are divided into sections. All requirements must be met simultaneously.
STOVE INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! Stove Panel Assembly 1 Follow the directions below to install the side panels to the top panel. d Attach the side panels to the top panel with the four 10-32 hex nuts (the smaller of the two sizes) until the gasket compresses. b Apply the two 6" long gaskets along the outside of the studs c AA AA AA AA Attach each Forward Mounting Bracket with two 10-32 nuts. Do not over-tighten the nuts – this may cause damage to the enamel finsih.
P AGE 8 3 4 ? 5 6 STOVE INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! Slide the nine U-Nuts into place (see the illustration below). Install the on/off switch (see the illustration below). If installing a thermostat or remote control, do so now (see pages 34 & 35). Disconnect the power cord, insert it through the rear panel, and re-attach it to the molex connector leading from the heater (see the illustration below). Attach the rear panel to the heater (see the illustration below).
STOVE INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! 7 Pull gently on the power cord to take out any extra slack. Attach the strain relief (it is shipped attached to the power cord - see the illustration below). TO INSTALL THE STRAIN RELIEF Compress the strain relief from the top and bottom and insert it into the hole until it locks in place. Strain Relief Power Cord 8 Attach the control cover by sliding it over the attachment hooks. Place the black grill in place.
P AGE 10 STOVE INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! Floor Protection Requirements • When the stove is installed directly on carpeting, vinyl or other combustible material other than wood flooring, the stove must be installed on a metal or wood protection panel extending the full width and depth of the pedestal (Minimum 24-1/2" wide by 20" deep).
STOVE INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! P AGE 11 Gas Line Install ! ! • The gas line must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any; if not, follow ANSI Z223.1 and the requirements listed below. The heater and gas control valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig. For pressures under 1/2 psig, isolate the gas supply piping by closing the manual shutoff valve.
P AGE 12 STOVE INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! Vent Requirements ! ! • • • • • Always maintain the required 1" clearance (air space) to combustible materials to prevent a fire hazard. Do not fill air spaces with insulation. The gas appliance and vent system must be vented directly to the outside of the building, and never be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel or gas-burning appliance.
INSERT INSTALLATION - For qualified installers only! P AGE 13 Installation Preparation ! ! ! This appliance must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any; if not, follow ANSI Z223.1 and the requirements listed in this manual. Failure to follow all of the requirements may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Notify your insurance company before hooking up this heater. The requirements listed below are divided into sections. All requirements must be met simultaneously.
P AGE 14 INSERT INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! Installing the Power Cord 1 The power cord may be located on either side. Place the insert power cord bracket (included with the owner's pack) over the two studs and tighten with two 1/4-20 hex nuts (see illustration below).
INSERT INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! P AGE 15 Insert Placement Min. 27-3/4" WIde (includes 6" for gas line installation) Min. 21-5/8" Tall (includes 2" for vent installation) The insert must be in place with the gas line and vent attached prior to installing the panels. The Insert Must be Placed 11-1/4" into the Fireplace. NOTE: When using the 45° vent, an additional 4" is required behind the rear edge of the baseplate for vent hook-up.
P AGE 16 INSERT INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! Gas Line Install ! ! • The gas line must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any; if not, follow ANSI Z223.1 and the requirements listed below. The heater and gas control valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig. For pressures under 1/2 psig, isolate the gas supply piping by closing the manual shutoff valve.
INSERT INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! P AGE 17 Vent Requirements ! ! • • • ? • ? Always maintain the required 1" clearance to combustible materials to prevent a fire hazard. The gas appliance and vent system must be vented directly to the outside of the building, and never be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel or gas-burning appliance.
P AGE 18 INSERT INSTALLATION (CONT.
INSERT INSTALLATION (CONT.) - For qualified installers only! P AGE 19 Surround Panel Installation (continued) 5 ? 6 Thread the red wires for the on/off switch through the hole in the upper right of the panels and trim (thread the wires from the inside). If installing a thermostat or remote control, install it at this point (see the owner's manual or the instructions included with the kit). Attach the two red wires to the top posts of the on/off switch.
P AGE 20 Turn the gas control valve to "OFF" prior to conducting any service. Follow the directions below to open the door. Lift the control cover off the heater Hooks on Side of Heater Control Cover Remove the two screws holding the door in place. Swing the door open.
FINALIZING THE INSTALLATION (CONT.) 2 P AGE 21 Install the logs, twigs, and embers. Burner Pan Log Installation These clips keep the rear log from tilting backwards. The rear log contacts the air deflectors. The rear log protrudes over the burner pan on both sides. Re ar Fro nt The front log rests on these platforms. g( lar ge st) Lo g The front edge of the front log rests on this ledge. The rear log has a flat portion that rests on this ledge.
P AGE 22 FINALIZING THE INSTALLATION (CONT.) 3 Close the door. Make sure the door is centered and the attachment screws are tightened to form a seal around the door opening. 4 Purge the gas line. Turn on gas to the heater. Leak test all gas joints prior to starting the appliance. Start the pilot. Start the main burner. Leak test all gas joints again. 5 Check the pilot flame to make sure it looks like the illustration below. Adjust the pilot flame if necessary.
FINALIZING THE INSTALLATION (CONT.) P AGE 23 6 Ensure the heater establishes a draft. If the heater unexpectedly shuts off 5 to 25 minutes after starting, the heater may not be drafting. The cause: negative pressure. Typically, re-starting the heater five minutes after the shutoff will overcome the negative pressure and establish a draft. However, if this does not work, you may wish to open a door or window near the heater. This will allow in enough air in to overcome any negative pressure.
P AGE 24 OPERATING YOUR HEATER Before You Begin ! Read this entire manual before you use your new heater (especially the section "Safety Precautions" on pages 2 & 3). Failure to follow the instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Location of Controls - See explanation below ON/OFF Switch The on/off switch is located on the rear panel on stoves, on the top right surround panel on inserts.
OPERATING YOUR HEATER (CONTINUED) P AGE 25 Starting The Pilot Flame The pilot flame is required to ignite the main burners (it also plays a safety role). It should be left on once lit. It will stay lit unless the gas control valve is turned to "OFF". However, the pilot will go out if the gas is shut off or if the stove malfunctions. If the pilot turns off frequently, call your dealer for information.
P AGE 26 OPERATING YOUR HEATER (CONTINUED) Starting the Heater for the First Time • Painted Stoves require the paint to be cured. Start the heater and burn on low for 20 minutes. Turn off and let cool. Repeat twice to fully cure the paint. + Fumes and smoke from the paint curing and oil burning off the steel may occur the first time you start your heater. This is normal. We recommend you open windows to vent the room. + Condensation may appear on the glass each time you start the heater - this is normal.
OPERATING YOUR HEATER (CONTINUED) P AGE 27 Adjusting the Blower Speed + The blower helps transfer the heat from the heater into the room. It will not turn on until the heater is up to temperature (approximately 10 minutes after starting). See the illustration below for instructions on adjusting the blower speed. Blower Knob OFF HI LO BLOWER PILOT IGNITER Turn the knob all the way counter-clockwise to turn the blower off. One click clockwise turns the blower to high speed.
P AGE 28 MAINTAINING YOUR HEATER Maintaining Your Stove's Appearance ! ! The enameled surfaces may chip if struck. Damaged surfaces may be repaired using the enamel touch-up paint available from Travis Industries. Fingerprints or other marks left on the gold surface may become etched in place if they are not wiped clean prior to turning the stove on. Clean the surfaces with denatured alcohol and a soft cloth. Cleaning Your Stove • • Use denatured alcohol and a soft cloth to clean the gold surfaces.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem: Pilot Will Not Light Possible Cause: P AGE 29 Don't Call for Service Until You: A gas shut off valve is turned off Check all gas shut off valves The valve control knob isn't turned to "PILOT" See "Starting the Pilot Light" Step C The valve control knob isn't pushed in See "Starting the Pilot Light" Step C The igniter wasn't pressed repeatedly See "Starting the Pilot Light" Step C The pilot light has gone out See "Starting the Pilot Light" The ON/OFF switch is turned to
P AGE 30 TROUBLESHOOTING (CONTINUED) How this Heater Works ! This heater was designed with safety as the primary concern. Many of the components inside this heater are for safety purposes. Therefore, only certified gas service technicians should service this heater. What Turns the Main Burners On and Off This electricity is used to operate the main burners. FF O H LO I VENT N O When heated, the thermopile generates electricity (a very small amount, measured in "Millivolts").
TROUBLESHOOTING (CONTINUED) P AGE 31 Why Nothing Should Be Placed Against the Heater Your heater has a grill on the sides and top that must not be blocked. The area around the control cover allows air into the firebox. If it is blocked the combustion inside the firebox will not burn normally. This will result in reduced efficiency and the exhaust gases will become dirty.
P AGE 32 WARRANTY To register your TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. 7 Year Warranty, complete the enclosed warranty card and mail it within ten (10) days of the appliance purchase date to: TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC., 10850 117th Place N.E., Kirkland, Washington 98033. TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. warrants this gas appliance (appliance is defined as the equipment manufactured by Travis Industries, Inc.
LISTING INFORMATION P AGE 33 The safety label can be found on a card that is chained to the unit behind the control cover. A copy is shown below. Tested & Listed by Avanti Gas Heater Beaverton, OR. USA Listed Gas-Fired Vented Room Heater WARNING: Tested to ANSI Z21.11.1-1991, ANSI Z21.11.1a-1993, CAN/CGA 2.1M88, CAN/CGA 2.
P AGE 34 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Thermostat (Part # 99300650) ! 1 Do not connect 110-120 VAC to the gas control valve or wiring of this unit. Expose the back of the on/off switch (on inserts it is on the upper right corner of the surround panels, on stoves it is on the upper left corner of the rear panel). Remove the green jumper wire and attach the thermostat wire to the back of the on/off switch (see the illustration below). a Remove the green jumper wire.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (CONTINUED) P AGE 35 Remote Thermostat ! Do not connect 110-120 VAC to the gas control valve or wiring system of this unit. • Follow the instructions included with the remote thermostat for installation. IMPORTANT OPERATIONAL NOTE FOR REMOTE THERMOSTAT USE: Included with the remote thermostat is a set of instructions that should be given to the homeowner.
P AGE 36 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (CONTINUED) 45° Flue Adapter (Part # 98900119) The 45° flue adapter is designed for insert installations requiring a more flexible flue outlet. 1 2 Unscrew the eleven screws to remove the draft hood. Remove and discard this baffle (use a 1/4" nutdriver to remove). Replace the screws to seal the exposed holes. Draft Hood 1/4" Nutdriver c 1/4" Nutdriver b Install the flue adapter prior to inserting the insert into the fireplace. Follow the instructions below to install.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (CONTINUED) P AGE 37 Propane Conversion Kit (Part # 98900745 The propane conversion kit should be installed prior to installing the heater and gas inlet (if not, shut off gas and disconnect the gas inlet - see page 9 for stoves, page 13 for inserts).
P AGE 38 3 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (CONTINUED) Remove the burner pan from the burner pan box following the instructions below. a Remove the two screws holding the burner box front in place. 1/4" Nutdriver Remove the burner box front. b Rotate the burner pan upwards. c Slide the burner pan to the left until the fixed shutter disengages from the orifice. Place the burner pan aside.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (CONTINUED) 4 P AGE 39 Follow the directions below to remove the natural gas orifice. Apply thread sealant to the LP orifice (#49 - it has "49" stamped on it) and tighten in place with a 1/2" open end wrench. Replace the spring. Slide the adjustable shutter back in place. a c b Push the adjustable shutter to the left, off the orifice (be careful not to bend the shutter linkage). Slide the adjustable shutter down, away from the orifice.
P AGE 40 6 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (CONTINUED) Remove the pilot orifice following the instructions below. Replace with the propane pilot orifice (the LP orifice is .016" diameter - it has "16" stamped on it). Remove the pilot Pull the pilot orifice hood assembly by retainer and pilot orifice unscrewing the two upwards to remove. attachment screws.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (CONTINUED) I LO H These screws hold the regulator in place. NOTE: use the new screws included with the regulator. VENT NOTE: These holes strip easily. Use a hand screwdriver and tighten each screw evenly. Align the regulator gasket so it is flat and the two tabs fit through the two holes on the gasket. I H LO 8 9 Replace the pilot assembly (follow the instructions in step 6 in reverse order). Make sure the pilot assembly gasket is placed correctly.
P AGE 42 INDEX 270603 B Vent (insert) ....................................................17 Operating the Heater............................................24 B vent (stove) .....................................................12 Paint Curing .......................................................26 Blower Speed .....................................................27 Parts List ...........................................................31 BTU Input .................................................
