Installer’s Guide Installation and Operation VRTIKL-CE FREESTANDING STOVE MODEL: VRT-BZ-N-CE VRT-GR-N-CE VRT-GY-N-CE VRT-BZ-P-CE VRT-GR-P-CE VRT-GY-P-CE VRT-BZ-B-CE VRT-GR-B-CE VRT-GY-B-CE 0063-06 CAUTION DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL • Read, understand and follow these instructions for safe installation and operation. • Important operating and maintenance instructions included. • Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.
Read this manual before installing or operating this gas stove. Please retain this owner's manual for future reference. Congratulations Congratulations on selecting a Heat & Glo gas stove - an elegant and clean alternative to wood burning stoves. The Heat & Glo gas stove you have selected is designed to provide the utmost in safety, reliability, and efficiency. This Owner's Manual should be retained for future reference. We suggest that you keep it with your other important documents and product manuals.
- TABLE OF CONTENTS - Section 1: Listing and Code Approvals Section 8: Gas Stove Setup A. Gas Stove Certifications ........................... 4 A. Remove Shipping Materials .................... 24 B. Glass Specifications ................................. 4 B. Unbolting Gas Stove from the Pallet....... 24 C. Non-Combustible Materials ...................... 4 C. Leveling and Lagging Down the D. Combustible Materials .............................. 4 Gas Stove ........................................
1 Listing and Code Approvals A. Appliance Certification C. Non-Combustible Materials MODEL VRTIKL-CE LABORATORY Gastec Certification B.V. TYPE Gas Stove Materials that are reported as passing ASTM E 136, Standard Test Method for Behavior of Materials in a Vertical Tube Furnace at 750°C, shall be considered non-combustible materials. STANDARD EN 613:2001 DIRECTIVE CAD90/396/EEC D. Combustible Materials These instructions are only valid if the following country symbol is on the gas stove.
2 Getting Started A. Design & Installation Considerations Heat & Glo direct flue gas stoves are designed to operate with all combustion air siphoned from outside of the building and all exhaust gases expelled to the outside. No additional air source is required. CAUTION Check building codes prior to installation. • Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and national codes and regulations.
3 Appliance Location and Clearances NOTE: · Illustrations reflect typical installations and are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY. · Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale. · Actual installation may vary due to individual design preference. WARNING Fire Risk Provide adequate clearance: • Around air openings • To combustibles • For service access Locate gas stove away from traffic areas. A. Selecting Appliance Location NOTE: For actual gas stove dimensions refer to Section 12.
C. Optional Stone Surround Installed C B D A A Centimeters A B C D 8.3 10.2 78.1 91.4 Figure 3.1 WARNING Fire Risk. Odor Risk. Tipping Risk • Install gas stove on a stable, level platform/ floor strong enough to support gas stove without tipping. • USE wood flooring, ceramic tile, brick hearth or high pressure laminate flooring applied directly over the sub-flooring material.
4 Termination Locations A. Flue Termination Minimum Clearances WARNING Fire Risk. Explosion Risk. Maintain flue clearance to combustibles as specified. • Do not pack air space with insulation or other materials. Failure to keep insulation or other materials away from flue pipe may cause fire. Measure vertical clearances from this surface. Measure horizontal clearances from this surface. (See Figure 4.4 for specific clearances.) Figure 4.1 Termination Clearances Roof Pitch H (Min.) M Flat to 6/12......
M N P R Q (See Note 2) See Notes 3 & 4 V T V S Electrical Service S V D* V V = VENT TERMINAL X = AIR SUPPLY INLET A = 31 cm ....................clearances above grade, veranda, (See Note 1) porch, deck or balcony B = 31 cm ....................clearances to window or door that may be opened, or to permanently closed window. (Glass) D* = 31 cm ....................vertical clearance to unventilated soffit or to ventilated soffit located above the terminal 76 cm .....................
5 Flue Information A. Flue Components B. Use of Elbows These models are approved to use Simpson Dura-Vent or Hearth & Home Technologies series pipes, components and termination. Approved components are labeled for identification. This pipe is tested and listed as an approved component of the stove. CAUTION ALL flue configuration specifications MUST be followed. • This product is tested and listed to these specifications. • Appliance performance will suffer if specifications are not followed.
D. Flueing Diagrams STRAIGHT UP VERTICAL FLUE V 11.8M Maximum For Natural, Propane and Butane Gases. Note: For this type of installation, the vertical flue restrictor must be added. See section H for instructions. V Figure 5.2 STRAIGHT OUT HORIZONTAL FLUE H 61cm Maximum For Natural, Propane and Butane Gases. H Figure 5.
Natural Gas • One 900 Elbow System V Minimum 46 cm 92 cm 1.4 M 1.8 M V+H = Max 11.6 M H Maximum 1.3 M 2.7 M 4.1 M 5.0 M H Max = 5.0 M Propane • One 900 Elbow System V Minimum 46 cm 92 cm 1.4 M 1.8 M V+H = Max 11.6 M H Maximum 92 cm 1.8 M 2.8 M 3.6 M H Max = 3.6 M Butane • One 900 Elbow System V Minimum 46 cm 92 cm 1.4 M 1.8 M V+H = Max 10 M V H Maximum 46 cm 92 cm 1.4 M 1.8 M H Max = 1.8 M H Figure 5.4 Natural Gas • One 900 Elbow System V Minimum 46 cm 92 cm 1.4 M 1.8 M V+H = Max 11 M H Maximum 1.
Natural Gas • Two 900 Elbows System V Min. 46 cm 92 cm 1.4 M 1.8 M H1 Max. 55 cm 1.1 M 1.7 M 2.2 M V+H1+H2 = Max 11.0M H1 + H2 Max. 1.1 M 2.2 M 3.5 M 4.5 M H1 Max = 2.2M H1+H2 = Max 4.5M V 0 Propane • Two 90 Elbows System V Min. 46 cm 92 cm 1.4 M 1.8 M H1 Max. 39 cm 75 cm 1.1 M 1.5 M V+H1+H2 = Max 10.6M H1 + H2 Max. 69 cm 1.3 M 2.1 M 2.7 M H1 Max = 1.5M H1+H2 = Max 2.7M Butane • Two 900 Elbows System V Min. 1.22 M 1.4 M 1.8 M H1 Max. 48 cm .5 M .7 M V+H1+H2 = Max 10M H1 + H2 Max. 61 cm .7 M .
Natural Gas • Two 900 Elbows System V1 Min. 31 cm 61 cm 91 cm 1.2 M 1.5 M H Max. 93 cm 1.8 M 2.7 M 3.6 M 4.5 M V1+V2+H = Max 11.4M V2 H Max = 4.5M Propane • Two 900 Elbows System V1 H V1 Min. 31 cm 61 cm 91 cm 1.2 M 1.5 M H Max. 62 cm 1.2 M 1.8 M 2.4 M 3.0 M V1+V2+H = Max 11.4M H Max = 3.0M Butane • Two 900 Elbows System V1 Min. 31 cm 61 cm 92 cm 1.2 M 1.5 M V1+V2+H = Max 10 M H Max. 31 cm 61 cm 92 cm 1.2 M 1.5 M H Max = 1.0 M Figure 5.8 Natural Gas • Two 900 Elbows System V Min.
Natural Gas • Three 900 Elbows System V1 Min. 46 cm 92 cm 1.4 M 1.8 M V1+V2+H1+H2=Max11M H1 Max. 55 cm 1.1 M 1.7 M 2.2 M H1 Max=2.2M H1 + H2 Max. 1.1 M 2.3 M 3.5 M 4.5 M V2 H1+H2=Max 4.5M Propane • Three 900 Elbows System V1 Min. 46 cm 92 cm 1.4 M 1.8 M V1+V2+H1+H2=Max 11M H1 Max. 34 cm 65 cm 1.0 M 1.8 M H1 Max=1.8M H1 + H2 Max. 69 cm 1.3 M 2.1 M 2.7 M H1+H2=Max 2.7M V1 Butane • Three 900 Elbows System V1 Min. 46 cm 92 cm 1.4 M 1.8 M V1+V2+H1+H2=Max 10M H1 Max.
E. Horizontal Termination 90 DEGREE ELBOW PIPE LENGTH WALL THIMBLE WALL THIMBLE COVER TERMINATION CAP PIPE LENGTH Note: Female ends of balanced flue pipe/elbows are designed to slide straight onto the male ends of adjacent pipes by orienting the pipe indentations so they match and slide into the entry slots on the male ends, see Figure 5.13. Push the pipe sections completely together, then twist-lock one section clockwise approximately one-quarter turn, until the two sections are fully locked.
F. Slim Line Wall Thimble BEFORE YOU BEGIN: Review the flueing configurations in Figures A, B and C on the next page. 1. Assembling Slim Line Trim Ring and Heat Shield Figure 5.16 Attach the heat shield to the trim ring with the four screws provided. Screws go through the heat shield and into the brackets on the trim ring. 2. Installing Slim Line Trim Ring and Heat Shield Figure 5.14 Lay the trim ring on flat surface and bend up the six welded brackets into a 90 degree position.
FIG. A 90 DEGREE ELBOW USE HEAT SHIELD / WALL THIMBLE Place mark where protrudes through exterior wall to cut off excess. O 90 ELBOW CENTER LINE PIPE LENGTH TRIM RING PIPE LENGTH FIG. B MINIMUM CLEARANCE MINIMUM OF 152 mm OF PIPE THROUGH THE WALL INTERIOR WALL 51mm clearance from rear of stove WALL THIMBLE CENTER LINE HEAT SHIELD OVER TOP HALF OF PIPE TRIM RING Figure 5.
G. Vertical Termination 1. Balance Flue Pipe VERTICAL TERMINATION CAP STORM COLLAR 11.8M MAXIMUM FLASHING FIRESTOP SUPPORT BOX PIPE LENGTH Figure 5.20 Step 2. Set the gas gas stove in its desired location. Drop a plumb On vertical terminations use only Part #SLK-991DA Figure 5.19 Step 1. Check the installation instructions for required 2.5 cm clearances (air space) to combustibles when passing through ceilings, walls, roofs, enclosures, attic rafters, or other nearby combustible surfaces.
Step 3. To install the round support box/wall thimble cover in a flat ceiling, cut a 25.4cm square hole in the ceiling, centered on the hole drilled in Step 2. Frame the hole as shown in Figure 5.22. SHINGLES OVERLAP ON TOP EDGE OF FLASHING CEILING JOISTS FRAMING ROUND CEILING SUPPORT BOX/WALL THIMBLE COVER 4 cm LONG WOOD SCREWS Figure 5.22 Step 4. Assemble the desired lengths of pipe and elbows necessary to reach from the gas stove up through the round support box.
H. Vertical Flue Restrictor Step 9. Twist-lock the flue cap and seal. Note: For multi-story vertical installations, a ceiling firestop is required at the second floor, and any subsequent floors (Figure 5.25). The opening should be framed to 25.4cm x 25.4cm inside dimensions, in the same manner as shown in Figure 5.22. If the fireplace installation requires a vertical flue off the top of the unit with no horizontal flue or elbows, the vertical flue restrictor must be added.
6 Gas Information A. Gas Pressure Requirements B. Gas Connection Pressure requirements for VRTIKL-CE Stoves are shown in Table 1 below. Two taps are provided on the right hand side of the gas control for a test gauge connection to measure the inlet and outlet pressures. See Section 10: Maintaining and Servicing the Appliance. The stove and its individual shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of the system at test pressures in excess of 60 mbar.
7 Electrical Information A. Ignition System Wiring • This gas stove is equipped with an electronic ignition system which operates on a 6 volt system. • The batteries are located within the ignition module which is located behind the glass door assembly. A wiring diagram is shown in Figure 7.1. • The battery pack requires four AA batteries (not included). CAUTION Battery polarity must be correct or module damage will occur. WARNING Shock Risk • Replace damaged wire with type 105° C rated wire.
8 Appliance Setup A. Remove Shipping Materials C. Leveling and Bolting Down the Appliance SECURING THE GAS STOVE IS REQUIRED. Remove shipping materials from inside or underneath the firebox. The gas line is shipped inside back panel. To access the gas line remove the top plate from the gas stove. Remove and retain the two Allen head screws that hold the back panel in place. Replace panel when finished.
CLEARANCE HOLE E. Top to Rear Flue Conversion KIT CONTENTS: Top cover (without hole); Back panel (with hole). 1. Remove the front door assembly by pulling bottom of front away from gas stove and lifting it off of the hooks on top of the gas stove. Set door aside. ON TOP OF APPLIANCE: 2. Remove the top plate with hole and discard. (Figure 8.6) Figure 8.4 The manufacturer recommends securing the lag bolt from the component bag in the center hole in the bottom plate (clearance hole).
ON BACK OF APPLIANCE: 6. ON TOP OF APPLIANCE: Remove the four screws from the cover plate on rear of gas stove. Set cover plate aside. Retain screws. (See Figure 8.8). Attach DV adapter collar in its place. Install the inner extension collar. 8. Install the new back panel (without hole) to the rear of gas stove. Replace the Allen head screws removed in Step 3 to hold the back panel in place. 9. Install the new top as shown in Figure 8.10. INNER EXTENSION COLLAR Figure 8.10 Figure 8.8 7.
G. Positioning the Logs While still breakable, the logs do not become fragile until after the gas stove is burned and they have cured. After curing, any handling must be done with care as breakage can easily occur. PLEASE NOTE: Logs have been designed to work specifically with the burner of this gas stove. Exact placement will ensure proper operation of your gas stove. Figure 8.14 Locate log #2 over the pin in log #1 and into notch in log #1. Lean the log back toward the left corner of the firebox. H.
I. Front Door Glass Assembly Installation J. Inner Glass Door Assembly Replacement Remove the front door assembly by pulling bottom of front away from gas stove and lifting it off of the hooks on top of the gas stove (see Figure 8.15). Turn the gas stove OFF and let it cool down before replacing the inner glass door assembly. Refer to Figure 8.16: Position the four flat 6 mm spacer washers on the front door so that the four mounting screws pass through them. Position the glass over the front door.
9 Operating Instructions A. Before Lighting Appliance • Remove all shipping materials from inside and/or underneath the firebox. • Review proper placement of logs, mineral wool. • Check the wiring. • Check the baffle adjustment. • Ensure that there are no gas leaks. • Ensure that the glass is sealed and in the proper position. • Ensure that the flow of combustion and ventilation air is not obstructed (front grilles and flue caps). Î WARNING Read this entire manual prior to using the gas stove.
B. Lighting the Appliance Electronic Ignition 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 gas stove is equipped with do not use any phone in your buildan electronic pilot ignition device ing. which automatically lights the • Immediately call your gas supplier burner. Do not try to light the from a neighbor’s phone. Follow burner by hand.
C. After Appliance is Lit CAUTION Initial Break-in Procedure When you light your gas stove, you may notice that it produces heat which does have an associated odor or smell. If you feel this odor is excessive it may require the initial three to four hour continuous burn on high followed by a second burn up to 12 hours to fully drive off any odor from paint and lubricants used in the manufacturing process. Condensation on the inside of the glass is normal.
10 Maintaining and Servicing Appliance Although the frequency of your gas stove servicing and maintenance will depend on use and the type of installation, a qualified service technician should perform an gas stove check-up at the beginning of each heating season. WARNING Risk of injury or property damage. Before servicing: • Turn off gas. • Turn off electricity to gas stove. • Ensure gas stove is completely cooled. After servicing: • Replace any screen or barrier that was removed.
A. Maintenance Tasks Inspect Doors Maintenance Tasks 1. Inspect for scratches, dents or other damage and repair as necessary. 2. Verify no obstructions to air flow. 3. Verify maintenance of proper clearance to combustible household objects. Gasket Seal, Glass Assembly and Glass 1. Inspect gasket seal and its condition. 2. Inspect glass for scratches and nicks that can lead to breakage when exposed to heat. 3. Confirm there is no damage to glass or glass frame, Replace as necessary. 4.
11 Troubleshooting With proper installation, operation and maintenance your gas stove will provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, this troubleshooting guide will assist a qualified service person in the diagnosis of a problem and the corrective action to be taken. This troubleshooting guide can only be used by a qualified service technician. Electronic Ignition System Symptom 1. No transmission, motor does not turn. 2. No ignition. No tone. 3.
12 Reference Materials A. Appliance Dimension Diagram Dimensions are actual gas stove dimensions. Use for reference only. For clearances to combustibles refer to Section 3. A C B D Height includes 9.53 mm hearth pad. E F I G Hearth Pad H Centimeters Figure 12.1 A B C D E F G H I 47.9 104.5 103.5 40.3 7.6 18.1 76.2 73.3 86.
B. Appliance Dimension with Stone Surround Diagram A B D F E C Hearth Pad Height includes 9.53 mm hearth pad. G Height includes 9.53 mm hearth pad. Centimeters Figure 12.2 36 A B C D E F G 75.3 62.0 76.8 8.3 42.8 86.7 112.
C. Flue Components Diagram 16.2 cm 16.5 cm 23.5 cm 16.5 cm 24.4 cm 16.2 cm 16.8 cm SL-45D 16.8 cm 24.4 cm SL-90D 43.2-61.0 cm 16.5 cm 29.8 cm 14.6 cm SL-17/24D (SL17-24D) 16.8 cm SL-12D SL-06D 121.3 cm 90.8 cm 60.3 cm 30.5-43.2 cm 22.2 cm SL-09D SL-12/17D (SL-12-17D) SL-24D SL-36D SL-48D SL D-Series Balance Flue Component Specifications 10.2 cm inner pipe, 16.8 cm outer pipe. Figure 12.
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VRTIKL-CE Service Parts Service Parts Diagram Beginning Manufacturing Date: June 2006 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active 1 2 6 3 4 17 16 5 7 15 14 13 10 12 Log Set Assembly 9 8 11 Part number list on following page.
VRTIKL-CE E. Service Parts Service Parts List Beginning Manufacturing Date: June 2006 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT THIS IS DATED INFORMATION: When requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer.
VRTIKL-CE Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: June 2006 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active Valve Assembly Parts List 1 Valve Assembly 2 3 4 5 13 7 6 8 12 11 10 9 IMPORTANT THIS IS DATED INFORMATION: When requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer.
VRTIKL-CE Service Parts Valve Assembly Parts List Beginning Manufacturing Date: June 2006 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT THIS IS DATED INFORMATION: When Requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer.
F. Warranty Policy HEAT & GLO LIMITED 10 YEAR WARRANTY In order to presumptively establish the dates to which your HEAT & GLO Limited Warranty runs, you must mail the completed warranty card to HEAT & GLO, 20802 Kensington Boulevard, Lakeville, MN 55044, USA, within 60 days of the date of the stove installation. If you fail to do so, you may be required to prove the date of installation before warranty work can be performed.
G. Contact Information Heat & Glo, a brand of Hearth & Home Technologies, Inc. 20802 Kensington Boulevard Lakeville, MN 55044, USA Please contact your Heat & Glo dealer with any questions or concerns. For the number of your nearest Heat & Glo dealer, please call 1-888-427-3973 or visit www.heatnglo.com CAUTION Do NOT discard this manual. • Important operating and maintenance instructions included. • Read, understand and follow these instructions for safe installation and operation.