INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NOVUS SERIES B-VENT GAS APPLIANCE GNBC30, 33, & 36 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.
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N. O. Design and Installation Considerations for B-Vents ...................................................................................................... 3 Applicance Specifications ............................................................................................................................................ 4 Location and Clearances ...........................................................
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DESIGN AND INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS FOR B-VENTS When selecting a location for your B-Vent appliance, it is important to evaluate a number of considerations. Modern construction techniques can create conditions that may not allow your vent to draft properly. This may result in spillage from your B-Vent appliance, as well as cause other combustion appliances to operate incorrectly. Tightly sealed construction is important for energy efficiency.
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS A. APPLICANCE SPECIFICATIONS 1. U.S. AND CANADA CERTIFICATION The Novus B-Vent Gas Appliance has been tested in accordance with the ANSI standard Z21.88-2000. In Canada, the current CSA 2.33-2000, IR41, P4, and IR55 and have been LISTED by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. for installation as described in this manual. All components are UL, AGA, CGA or CSA safety certified. 2. LOCAL CODES This installation must conform with local codes.
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NOVUS NOMENCLATURE Catalog Number Description GNBC36LE Appliance Order Code Number GN Gas NOVUS B B-Vent C Circulating 36 36 - 36" Appliance 33 - 33" Appliance 30 - 30" Appliance LE No suffix - Standing Pilot, Natural Gas L - Standing Pilot, Propane Gas E - Intermittent Pilot, Natural Gas LE - Intermittent Pilot, Propane Gas GNBC36LEB Appliance Order Code Number w ith Upgrade Code Number B Black Firebox F Fan Kit Upgrade GNBC36LEB EXAMPLE - Gas NOV
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. APPLIANCE LOCATIONS AND SPACE REQUIREMENTS Figure 1 illustrates a variety of ways the appliance may be located in a room. The NOVUS Series may be installed directly on the floor or raised on a hearth. These appliances are certified for installation in a bedroom, bed/ sitting rooms or bathrooms in the U.S. and Canada, provided that the bedroom or bathroom has a volume of at least 1350 cubic feet. 2.
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: Provide adequate clearances around the air openings into the combustion chamber and adequate accessibility clearances for servicing and proper operation. D. SETTING THE APPLIANCE This appliance may be placed on a smooth combustible or noncombustible, continuous flat surface.
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING - RISK OF FIRE! Always maintain minimum clearances or greater around the vent system. Do not pack air spaces with insulation or other material. The flow of combustion and ventilation air must not be obstructed. WARNING! The horizontal run of vent must have a 1/4 rise for every 1 ft. of run towards the termination. Never allow the vent to run downward. This could cause high temperatures and may present a fire hazard. 3.
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Figure 7 Vent Height for Vertical Termination Figure 8 Testing Ventilation TABLE 1 6. INSTALLING AN OUTSIDE AIR KIT (STRONGLY RECOMMENDED) Roof Pitch H (Min.) Ft. Flat to 6/12 ................................................ 1.0 6/12 to 7/12 ............................................... 1.25 Over 7/12 to 8/12 ...................................... 1.5 Over 8/12 to 9/12 ...................................... 2.0 Over 9/12 to 10/12 ................................
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Figure 10 - Air Kit Installation Figure 9 - Outside Air Locations 34615 Rev G a. The air kit can be installed only on the left side of the appliance. See Figures 10 and 11 for correct orientation of the door assembly and handle. The hinge will be toward the back of the appliance. b. Remove the cover plate or knockout from the side of the appliance and discard. c. Partly open the air kit door.
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS F. UTILITIES 1. HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION For U.S. installation, appliances are tested and approved for elevations from 0-2000 feet. When installing this appliance at an elevation above 2000 feet, National Fuel Gas Codes require a decrease of the input rating by changing the existing burner orifice to a smaller size. Input should be reduced 4% for each 1000 feet above sea level. Check with the local gas utility for proper orifice size identification.
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4. WIRING a. Wall Switch The installer shall supply a UL-listed or in Canada, a CSA-listed wall switch. This appliance was tested with eighteen feet of UL listed 18 ga. Type CL2 105°C, two conductor thermostat wire. If other wiring materials are used they shall comply with local codes. In the absence of local codes, they shall comply with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition or Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1.
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS c. Intermittent Pilot Ignition This appliance is equipped with an intermittent pilot control valve which operates on a 3 volt system. See wiring diagram, Figure 15. The appliance is supplied with a battery pack and a 3 volt AC transformer, which requires the installation of the supplied junction box. It is highly recommended that the junction box be installed at this time to avoid reconstruction. The battery pack requires two D cell batteries (not included).
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS G. FINISHING 1. COMBUSTIBLE FINISHING MATERIAL Material made of or surfaced with wood, compressed paper, plant fibers, plastics, or any material capable of igniting and burning, whether flame proofed or not, plastered or unplastered (this includes drywall). 2. NONCOMBUSTIBLE FINISHING MATERIAL Material which will not ignite and burn.
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5. APPLIANCE PREPARATION a. c. Log Set Remove the two shipping bands from the log set (Figure 21a) and reassemble. The log set should look similar to that in Figure 21b. Placing the Rock Wool Place a small amount of 1/2 diameter pieces (dimesize) of rock wool on the burner pan so that the rock wool touches but does not cover the holes in the burner pan. This will provide the glowing embers look. See Figure 22. 6.
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS J. LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. INTERMITTENT PILOT IGNITION FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING 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 is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light the pilot by hand. B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas.
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2. STANDING PILOT IGNITION FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING THE STANDING PILOT. 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.
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS K. SEASONAL CHECKLIST WARNING! Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the appliance. CAUTION: Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an appliance must be replaced prior to operating this appliance.
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4. OUTSIDE AIR KIT OPERATION The outside air kit should be purchased with this appliance. The outside air kit helps to decrease the amount of room air taken, by utilizing outside air for combustion. It is strongly recommended that it be installed. To operate the outside air kit, before starting the appliance, open the control access panel. Grasp the small, black handle located on the left side of the appliance, just below the glass retainer. See Figure 25.
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS M. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 1. CLEANING THE BURNER AND CONTROL COMPARTMENT Keep the burner and control compartment clean by brushing and vacuuming at least once a year. Failure to do this may shorten the fans life (where applicable). Always turn off the wall switch (or remote control) and gas valve before cleaning. 2. CHECKING FLAME PATTERNS Visually check the flame of the burner periodically, making sure the flames are steady, not lifting or floating.
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3. VENTING SYSTEM INSPECTION The appliance and venting system should be inspected before use, and at least annually, by a qualified field service person, to ensure that the flow of combustion and ventilation air is not obstructed. 4. CLEANING THE GLASS See Figure 29. Never operate this appliance without the glass properly secured in place or if the glass is broken. In the event of glass breakage, carefully remove the glass frame.
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NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ROBERTSHAW STANDING PILOT CONVERSION KITS CKVN Conversion Kit (propane to natural gas) CKVP Conversion Kit (natural gas to propane) INTERMITTENT PILOT CONVERSION KITS DCKN Propane to Natural Gas Conversion Kit (Intermittent Pilot) 12-02 DCKP Natural Gas to Propane Conversion Kit (Intermittent Pilot) 23 34615 Rev G
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TKN05B/S, TKN35B/S, TKN65B/S Trim Kits TKN03B/S, TKN33B/S,TKN63B/S Trim Kits TKB6 Bay Door Trim Kit QKE1B QKE2B Quick Tile Brass Surround 34615 Rev G 24 12-02
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS O. REPLACEMENT PARTS Replacement parts are available from your distributor/dealer. 6 Item # Part # Description 1 22123 22122 22121 Upper Grille - 36" Upper Grille - 33" Upper Grille - 30" Qty.
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Homeowners Notes Page 34615 Rev G 26 12-02
NOVUS B-VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Index A G R Air Kit 22 Installation 9, 10 Operation 19 Appliance Preparation Attaching the Hood 14 Glass & Screen Removal 14, 21 Lava Rock 15 Log Set 15 Rock Wool 15 Upper Grille Removal 14 Vermiculite 15 Gas Codes 4, 11 Glass Certifications/Specifications 4 Condensation 19 Film on 19 Replacement Parts 25 Rock Wool 15 B Ignition Determining the Type 15 Intermittent Pilot 18 Standing Pilot 18 Input Rate 11 Blue Flames 19 BTUs 11 Burner and Control Compartment 2
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