VENTED NATURAL GAS LOGS MODELS FNVL18-1 FNVL24-1 FNVL30-1 PFS ® US WARNING: If the information in this manual 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. • Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Specifications............................................. 3 Safety......................................................... 3 Product Features........................................ 5 Local Codes............................................... 5 Unpacking.................................................. 5 Air For Combustion and Ventilation............ 6 Installation.................................................. 6 Operation..................................................
SPECIFICATIONS Note: This vented appliance must be installed only in a solid-fuel burning fireplace with a working flue and constructed of noncombustible material. The charts indicate technical information regarding the installation of your gas log set. Please make sure that all of the specifications shown are applicable before installation is attempted. The fireplace must include a working flue and venting system with the minimum openings shown as below.
SAFETY WARNING: Any change to this log set or its controls can be dangerous. WARNING: This appliance is for installation only in a solidfuel burning masonry or factorybuilt fireplace, constructed of noncombustible material, and connected to a working flue. WARNING: Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids. 1. This appliance, as supplied, is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate.
PRODUCT FEATURES ON/OFF SAFETY PILOT VALVE KIT WITH PROPANE/LP CONVERSION An optional on/off valve/safety pilot kit with a piezo ignitor is available for this appliance. This system requires no matches, batteries, or other sources to light. You must use this optional system for Propane/LP conversion. LOCAL CODES Install and use heater with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54*.
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION WARNING: If the area in which the heater may be operated does not meet the required volume for indoor combustion air, combustion and ventilation air shall be provided by one of the methods described in the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, the International Fuel Gas Code, or applicable local codes. Today's homes are built more energy efficient than ever. New materials, increased insulation, and new construction methods help reduce heat loss in homes.
INSTALLATION INSTALLING DAMPER CLAMP Secure the damper stop clamp provided to the leading edge of the damper as shown in Figure 2. If for any reason this clamp doesn't work on your fireplace, another suitable clamp or permanent stop must be installed, or the damper blade must be cut or removed. The chimney damper must be FIXED in an manner that will maintain the minimum permanent vent opening at all times.
INSTALLATION Installation and Gas Connection 1. Place the burner pan assembly in the center of the fireplace floor. Make sure the front of pan faces forward. 2. Thread the gas supply fitting to the fireplace gas supply pipe. Use thread sealant. 3. Install adapter fitting onto the burner inlet fitting using thread sealant on male threads of burner inlet fitting (see Figure 4). 4. Install the gas connector tube to the gas supply fitting. Carefully shape tube to attach to adapter fitting.
INSTALLATION CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS WARNING: Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installing or servicing. Correct all leaks immediately. WARNING: Never use an open flame to check for a leak. Apply a noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct all leaks immediately. PRESSURE TESTING GAS SUPPLY PIPING SYSTEM Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG ( 3.5kPa ) 1.
INSTALLATION TESTING BURNER FOR LEAKS WARNING: Never check for gas leaks with open flame. 1. Generously apply a noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all connections. 2. Light the burner with the shutoff valve, no more than half open, and holding a match slightly in front of the pan (see Lighting Instructions, page 13). 3. Inspect all connections for bubbles, raw gas odor, or flame from any area other than the burner (leaks). If leaks are detected, shut off the gas valve immediately.
INSTALLATION 6. Place log #4 on log #1 and log #2. 7. Place log #5 on log #1 and log #2. 8. Place log #6 on log #1 and log #3. Log #4 Log #5 9. Place log #7 on log #5 and log #3. 10. Place log #8 on log #4 and log #5. Log #8 Log #7 Log #6 Figure 10 MODEL FNVL24-1 1. Place vermiculite into burner pan. Pull glowing ember loosely, and sprinkle uniformly on the surface of vermiculite as shown below. 2. Install grate steps (see Figure 8, page 10). 3. Place log #1 on the grate steps. 4.
INSTALLATION MODEL FNVL30-1 1. Place vermiculite into burner pan. Pull glowing ember loosely, and sprinkle uniformly on the surface of vermiculite as shown below. 2. Install grate steps (see Figure 8, page 10). 3. Place log #1 on the grate steps. 4. Place log #2 on the left, front of the grate base. 5. Place log #3 on the right, front of the grate base. Log #1 6. 7. 8. 9. Place log #4 on log #1 and log #2. Place log #5 on log #1 and log #2. Place log #6 on log #5 and log #3.
OPERATION 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 which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all 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.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE • Keep the area around the log set clean and clear of debris. • Occasionally, you may use a soft bristle brush to clean logs. • Once every year a qualified agency or certified chimney sweep should examine and clean the venting system of the fireplace. INSPECTING BURNERS IMPORTANT: Owner’s should check pilot flame pattern and burner flame pattern often. Incorrect flame patterns indicate the need for cleaning (see Care and Maintenance) or service.
ACCESSORIES Please visit us online at www.factorybuysdirect.com to learn more about all of the available accessories. EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE For all models. Equipment shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap. Fits 1/2" NPT pipe. 200247-01A NVDWA2 - ON/OFF SAFETY PILOT VALVE KIT For all models. Required for propane/LP installation. www.factorybuysdirect.
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: If you smell gas: • Shut off gas supply. • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. WARNING: Only a qualified service technician should service and repair heater. Make sure that power is turned off before proceeding.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Log set produces a click- 1. Metal expanding while heat- 1. This is common with most ing/ticking noise just after ing or contracting while coollog sets. If noise is excesburner is lit or shut off. ing. sive, contact qualified service person. Log set produces un- 1. Log Set burning vapors 1. Open flue to maximum. Stop wanted odors. from paint, hair spray, glues, using odor causing products cleaners, chemicals, new while log set is running.
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PARTS MODELS FNVL18-1, FNVL24-1 AND FNVL30-1 This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 17 of this manual.
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