THE GBi25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT ROOM HEATER INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This manual must be used for installation of the GBi25 series B-Vent Gas Fired Fireplace Insert and retained by the homeowner for operation and maintenance instructions. 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.
GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT Contents A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. Listings and Code Aprovals ..................................................................................................... 3 Description of the System ....................................................................................................... 3 System components ...............................................................................................................
GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT A. LISTINGS AND CODE APROVALS U.S. AND CANADA CERTIFICATION This appliance has been tested in accordance with ANSI Z21.11.1-1991, CAN/CGA 1-2.1-MB6 and applicable sections of ANSI Z21.50-1996 CAN/CGA 2.22-M96 and has been LISTED by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. for installation and operation as described in these Installation and Operating Instructions. All components are UL. AGA, CGA or CSA safety certified.
GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT C. SYSTEM COMPONENTS The table below is a list of only those components which may be safely used with this gas-fired fireplace insert.
GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT E. PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service technician. The appliance should be inspected before use and at least annually by a qualified service technician. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. It is imperative that control compartments, burners and circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean.
GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT F. STEP-BY-STEP INSTALLATION OF THE SYSTEM WARNING! Before starting, do the following: 1. Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection. 2. Keep hand tools in good contition. Sharpen cutting edges and make sure tool handles are secure. 3. Always maintain the minimum air space required to the enclosure to prevent fire. WARNING! This appliance is equipped with a safety control system designed to protect against improper venting of combustion products.
GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT the four screws located around the exhaust opening. See Figure 5. Slide the draft hood out of the appliance and attach draft hood to flex liner in appliance with a minimum of three sheet metal screws. A 4 diameter hose clamp may also be used. See Figure 6.
GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT b. Installation of Appliance 1) 2) GSD24, the bend tab is located on the top of the right surround side. For Models GSD40 and GSD46 the bend tab is located on the right side of the top surround. Use a pair of pliers to bend the tab forward. See Figure 8. The appliance should be set on a level surface. Located on the bottom pan of the appliance are two 5/16-18 nuts. Bolts (provided) may be used for leveling purposes.
GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT WARNING! ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug. Figure 14 - Installation of Surround Hood 7) 8) 02-02 DO NOT PACK INSULATION INSIDE THE SURROUND. Remove the switch from wire assembly and feed wire through the brass trim.
GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT d. Rock Wool Placement f. The log set is shipped in place. Tear the rock wool into pieces no larger than 1/2 diameter. Place the rock wool in front of the flange located in the middle of the burner. Do not place the rock wool behind or above the 3/8 flange. This will block the air slot and cause carbon desposits on the log. Place the rock wool on both the left and right sides to complete the burning ember look. It is not necessary to use the entire bag.
GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT h. Firebox Bottom Removal 1) 2) 3) Shut off the gas to the appliance before removing. Remove the glass frame following instructions found in Step 3a. on page 7. Remove the two screws on the log assembly (Figure 20). Pull out the log assembly (Figure 21) and place in a safe area. Remove the four screws located around the firebox bottom. See Figure 22. To re-install the firebox bottom, reverse the above steps. Figure 22 - Firebox Bottom Removal i.
GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT 4. WIRING a. A 110V AC outlet should be located close to the lower left side of the appliance to allow the fan to be plugged in. See Figure 24. Note: This appliance REQUIRES a 110V AC supply for operation of the fan. 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. This appliance can be used with a thermostat.
GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT b. Optional Wall Thermostat The use of a millivolt thermostat is allowed. It must be located within 20 feet of the appliance. Figure 25 shows how to connect the thermostat. Note: The ON/OFF switch now becomes inoperable. Remove ON/OFF switch wires from valve. Place thermostat wires to the posts marked TH and TH/TP. Figure 25 - Wiring Diagram 5.
GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT G. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING 1. 2. 3. This gas appliance has a manual ignition device that lights the pilot. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. STOP! BEFORE READING FURTHER, 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 to the floor. 4.
GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT 1. OPERATION PROCEDURE DURING REGULAR USE Turn the switch/thermostat to the ON position. This will ignite the main burner. 2. SHUTDOWN DURING REGULAR USE Simply turn the switch/thermotat to OFF. This will disengage the burner and the flames will extinguish. 3. SEASONAL SHUTDOWN When the burning season comes to an end, the entire system should be shut down to prevent gas running to the appliance while it is not in use. 4.
GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT H. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 5. CHECKING THE VENT SYSTEM 1. CLEANING THE BURNER AND CONTROL COMPARTMENT Keep the burner and control compartment clean by using a clean, dry paint brush and vacuum at least once a year. Always turn off the gas valve and the switch before cleaning. (See Step 1 on the bottom of page 14.) 2.
GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT I. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Corrective Action 1. A. Defective ignitor. Replace ignitor. B. Misaligned electrode. Spark should be approximately 1/8" to bottom of pilot hood. Adjust gap to give proper spark. Remove hands from electrode before pressing red button. 2. 3. 4. Spark ignitor will not light pilot after repeated pressing of red button. Pilot will not stay lit.
GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT J. REPLACEMENT PARTS Replacement parts are available from your distributor/dealer, or through Heatilator Technical Services Department, Hearth Technologies Inc., 1915 W. Saunders Street, Mt. Pleasant, Iowa 52641 (1-800-843-2848) See Figure A for the burner replacement parts diagram.
GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION 8 1 26653 Grille 2 3 26523 26509 26672 26684 4 26674 Back Refractory 5 28734 28735 28736 28737 28738 26560 6 7 ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION Glass Frame Assembly Frame Glass Assembly Side Refractory (RH & LH) 9 10 GSD24/40 Right and Left Sides GSD46 Right and Left Sides GSD24 Top GSD40 Top GSD46 Top Hood 11 12 13 26510 26511 21765 21766 21767 19177 19179 26549 25869 26338 24968 26508 GSD24/40 Surround Hood GSD46 Surround
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GBI25 SERIES B-VENT GAS FIRED FIREPLACE INSERT Index A H V Air Shutter 15 Appliance Installation 7 High Altitude Installation 5 Hood 9 B I Baffle Removal 7 Brass Trim 9 Building Supplies 3 Installation Instructions 6 Valve Access 10 Variable Regulator 10 Venting 2 Venting Requirements 6 Venting system inspection 16 L W C Lighting Instructions 14 Listings and Code Aprovals 3 Local Codes 3 Wall Thermostat 13 Water 2 Wiring 12 Certification 3 Cleaning Burner & Control Compartment 16 Glass 16 Lo
Gas Appliance (Fireplace) Limited Lifetime Warranty HEARTH TECHNOLOGIES INC. (HTI) extends the following warranty for HEATILATORâ gas appliances installed in the United States of America or Canada (the Appliance). Dealers and employees of HTI have no authority to make any warranty or authorize any remedies in addition to or inconsistent with the terms of this warranty. Limited Lifetime Warranty.
