2-SIDED (SEE-THROUGH), VENTED DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL PFS ® US NATURAL GAS MODELS (V)GL36ST AND (V)GL36STE PROPANE/LP GAS MODELS (V)GL36STP AND (V)GL36STEP WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. FOR YOUR SAFETY — Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL CHECK LOCAL CODES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION SAVE THIS BOOK This book is valuable.
Safety Information WARNING: This product contains and/or generates chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate or service this fireplace. Improper use of this fireplace can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosions, electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning.
Safety information Continued 11. Keep the area around your fireplace clear of combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapor and liquids. Do not run fireplace where these are used or stored. Do not place items such as clothing or decorations on or around fireplace. 12. Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn paper or other objects. 13. Do not use any solid fuels (wood, coal, paper, cardboard, etc.) in this fireplace. Use only the gas type indicated on fireplace nameplate. 14.
Introduction Models (V)GL36ST/P and (V)GL36STE/EP are decorative gas appliances that use a millivolt gas control and piezo pilot or an electronic gas control valve with an electronic ignition system respectively. These systems require a 6", B-type venting system for operation. The 6" B-type vent is not supplied by FMI PRODUCTS,LLC . For installation guidelines, check your B-vent instructions. WARNING: This gas appliance must not be connected to a chimney flue servicing a solid fuel burning appliance.
Selecting Location 1" (22 mm) Minimum Clearance to Combustibles Continued In selecting a location, the following precautions must be observed: 1. Do not connect this appliance to a chimney system used for a solid fuel burning fireplace. 2. Install in an area providing ventilation and adequate combustion air. 3. Due to high temperatures, do not locate this appliance in high traffic areas or near furniture and draperies. 4.
Fireplace Installation 49" Minimum (Diagonal) Continued framing Construct framing using dimensions shown if Figures 6, 7 and 8. (Use the figure applicable to your application.) Figure 6 shows the framing dimensions prior to having the appliance in place. Once the unit has been fitted, bring studs in against nailing flanges located on the side of the appliance making sure a 1" clearance is maintained as shown in Figure 7.
The installation of an outside air kit should be completed during the rough framing of the fireplace due to the nature of it's location. Outside combustion air is accessed through a vented crawl space. CAUTION: Air inlet ducts must not be terminated in an attic space. Avoid installing outside air eyebrow in areas where inlet opening may be blocked by snow, bushes or other obstacles (see Figure 10).
Fireplace Installation Continued assembly underneath the front ledge. A 1/8" NPT plugged tapping is provided on the gas control valve for a test gauge connection immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the appliance (see Figures 13 and 14).
Fireplace Installation Shutoff Valve Key Continued To install: 1. Remove gas line cover plate from appliance’s outer surround at the location to be used. 2. Remove insulation from inside the gas line conduit sleeve. 3. Run gas line through sleeve. 4. Prepare incoming black iron gas line with Teflon tape or pipe joint compound. (Check local codes as to the use of Teflon tape.
Fireplace Installation Continued Pilot Burner 1/8" to 1/4" Ignitor Flame Sensor 3/8" to 1/2" Noncombustible Facing Material "L" Shaped Metal Support Pan Burner Do Not Block Effective Opening Figure 19 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Electronic Assembly Noncombustible Facing Material Burner Flame Adjustment Figure 17 - Fireplace Facing Material Mantels Mantels, combustible or non-combustible, may be constructed as long as proper clearances are observed (see Figure 2, page 6 and Clearances, page 6).
Fireplace Installation Top Slot Under Frame Adjustment Clip Continued Optional Glass Door Adjustment Screw Glass doors are optional with this gas appliance (see Replacement Parts and Accessories, page 19). Installing Glass Door 1. Be sure top spring clip hole is aligned with hole in fireplace frame (see Figure 21). Fit glass door top pin into aligned holes. 2. Swing inner end of bottom clip out away from fireplace frame. Fit door bottom pin into clip.
Operating Fireplace Millivolt models 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.
OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1. Turn off the wall switch. 2. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed. 3. Remove control access panel. 4. Push in gas control knob and turn clockwise to “OFF”. Do not force. 5. Replace control access panel.
OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued WARNING: Turn off gas and electrical power before servicing appliance. Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the appliance. WARNING: Failure to keep the primary air opening(s) of the burner(s) clean may result in sooting and property damage. Figure 26 - Pilot TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed. 2. Remove control access panel. 3. Close the gas valve.
Wiring Diagrams PILOT THERMOPILE IGNITOR DO NOT CONNECT TO 120V N.C.SW HEAT LIMIT SWITCH TH PI L OT ON TP O FF TH/TP INCOMING MAIN GAS SUPPLY PILOT SAFETY WIRE WALL SWITCH (SUPPLIED) millivolt wiring diagram PILOT WALL SWITCH (SUPPLIED) SENSOR OFF IGNITOR ON INCOMING MAIN GAS SUPPLY BLACK MV WHITE GREEN BLACK WHITE GREEN TH PV/MV TR GND PV EV1 N.C.SW HEAT LIMIT SWITCH INCOMING 120V AC (FUSE BOX OR BREAKER) IGN ELECTRICAL RATING: 120v, 60Hz, 0.
Troubleshooting Millivolt system Note: Before troubleshooting the system, make sure the gas shutoff valve is ON. The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are: 1. Loose wiring connections 2. Construction debris clogging the pilot and/or gas control valve filter OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Pilot will not light 1. No gas supply or shutoff 1. Check to see if you have gas valve is OFF supply 2. Air in gas line 2.
Troubleshooting Electronic ignition system Note: Before troubleshooting the system, make sure the gas shutoff valve is ON. The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are: 1. Loose wiring connections 2. Construction debris clogging the pilot and/or gas control valve filter OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Pilot will not light 1. No gas supply or shutoff 1. Check to see if you have gas valve is OFF supply 2. Construction debris clog- 2.
Replacement Parts and Accessories Purchase these fireplace replacement parts and accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these parts, call FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at 1-866-328-4537 for referral information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual. Before ordering, please have your appliance’s model name or number and part number of the item(s) you are ordering ready.
Warranty KEEP THIS WARRANTY Model (located on product or identification tag)______________________________ Serial No. (located on product or identification tag)___________________________ Date Purchased ___________________________ Keep receipt for warranty verification.