UNVENTED GAS LOG HEATER OR VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE Installation and Operating Instructions MODELS: PH18 and PH24 Natural or Propane Gas Control Type: Manual or Millivolt WARNINGS WARNINGS 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.
CONTENTS Important Safety Information........................... 3 Getting Started................................................... 5 Product Features and Specifications.............. 6 General Installation Information...................... 7 Codes............................................................. 7 Adequate Combustion and Ventilation Air................................................. 7 Log Placement................................................. 21 PH18-R..................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION INSTALLER OWNER Please leave these instructions with the appliance. Please retain these instructions for future reference. IMPORTANT warning Read these instructions carefully before installing or trying to operate this vent-free gas heater. • Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous. • Improper installation or use of the heater can cause serious injury or death from fire, burns, explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 13. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Do not allow fans to blow directly into fireplace. Do not place a blower inside burn area of firebox. Ceiling fans may create drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Sooting and improper burning will occur. 14. Caution: Candles, incense, oil lamps, etc. produce combustion by-products including soot. Vent-free appliances will not filter or clean soot produced by these types of products.
GETTING STARTED Make sure you have received all parts: Check your packing list to verify that all listed parts have been received. You should have the following: • Unvented gas log burner assembly • Plastic bag containing crushed volcanic rock • Installation/operating instructions • Two (2) anchoring screws • Ceramic Fiber or Refractory Cement Logs • Grate caution The millivolt controlled version of this heater is the only style designed to be operated with optional devices for ON/OFF functions.
PRODUCT FEATURES and SPECIFICATIONS Natural Gas Manual Pressure Millivolt Pressure Regulator Pressure Setting: 4.0" w.c. Regulator Pressure Setting: 3.5" w.c. Gas Inlet Pressure: Max. 10 1/2" w. c. Pilot Regulator: 3.5" w.c. Min. 5" w.c. Gas Inlet Pressure: Max. 10 1/2" w. c. Min. 5" w.c.
GENERAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION CODES Adhere to all local codes or, in their absence, the latest edition of THE NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI Z223.1 or NFPA54 which can be obtained from . . . American National Standards Institute, Inc. 1430 Broadway New York, NY 10018 or National Fire Protection Association, Inc.
GENERAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION Counter Fireplace H W Figure 1 - Example of a Large Room with 1/2 Wall Divider The following formula can be used to determine the maximum heater rating per the definition of unconfined space: BTU/Hr = (L1 + L2) Ft x (W) Ft x (H) Ft x 1000 50 Consider two connecting rooms with an open area between, with the following dimensions: L1 = 151/2 Ft., L2 = 12 Ft., W = 12 Ft., H = 8 Ft.
WARNING FIREPLACE and HEARTH DIMENSIONS This appliance has been specifically tested and design certified for installation only in a solid-fuel burning fireplace including factory-built UL127 fireplaces and masonry fireplaces, or in a listed ventless firebox (see below). Exception: DO NOT install this appliance in a factory-built fireplace that includes instructions stating that it has not been tested or should not be used with unvented gas logs.
Placement in a fireplace with a restrictive barrier Important information for the installation of this gas log set The following are guidelines for placing a gas log set in a fireplace that has a restrictive barrier along the bottom front opening of the fireplace. Some examples of barriers are glass/screen door frames and sunken/recessed fireplaces. Height of Restriction (X) Minimum Depth of Fireplace/Firebox No restriction 0 to 1.
WARNING CLEARANCES and HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS The dimensions shown in Figures 4 through 10 and defined in the fireplace manufacturer's instructions are minimum clearances to maintain when installing this heater. Left and right clearances are determined when facing the front of the heater. When heater is installed into a ventless firebox, minimum clearances, as specified by the ventless firebox manufacturer, must be met. Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation.
CLEARANCES and HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS Heat resistant material (minimum requirements) with no wooden mantel or other combustible projection: To install the gas logs into a fireplace with no wooden mantel, shelf or other combustible projection above the fireplace opening, measure the heat resistant material height, per Figure 5, then see TABLE A. Heat resistant materials such as slate and marble must be at least 1/2" thick. Sheet metal should not be installed onto combustible material.
CLEARANCES and HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS Heat Resistant Material Measurement Requirements for safe installation with wooden mantel, shelf or other combustible projection 20" or more Hood not required. Observe profiles (side elevations) shown in Figure 8. 8" to less than 20" Install hood (CABR/CABL) and observe profiles shown in Figure 7; OR extend heat resistant material to at least 12" and observe profiles shown in Figure 8.
FLOOR CLEARANCE The gas log heater must be installed at least 5" above any combustible flooring material, such as carpeting or tile, which is closer than 14" to the base of the fireplace. The minimum distance must be maintained from the top surface of carpeting, tile, etc. See Figure 9. OR, The gas log heater may be installed nearer to the floor if a minimum of 14" of noncombustible material such as slate or marble is installed between the base of the fireplace and the combustible flooring. See Figure 10.
FIREPLACE PREPARATION Before fully installing the unit: • Turn OFF the gas supply to the fireplace or firebox. warning • Seal any fresh air vents and/or ash clean-out doors located on the floor or wall of the fireplace. If left unsealed, drafting may cause pilot outage or sooting. Use a heat resistant sealant. Do not seal the chimney flue damper.
WARNING INSTALLING VENTED APPLIANCE The fireplace and gas logs function as a system. If the fireplace is spilling into the room (check with a match or a smoke stick), reposition the damper clamp until a positive draft is obtained by opening the damper. If negative pressure in home prevents having a positive draft, contact your dealer for assistance. WARNING PLACING AND SECURING APPLIANCE You must secure the gas log heater to the fireplace floor.
CONNECTING THE GAS NOTICE: A qualified gas appliance installer must connect the heater to the gas supply. Consult all local codes. caution Use new black iron or steel pipe. Internally tinned copper or copper tubing can be used per National Fuel Code, section 2.6.3, providing gas meets hydrogen sulfide limits, and where permitted by local codes. Gas piping system must be sized to provide minimum inlet pressure (Listed on Data Plate) at the maximum flow rate (BTU/Hr).
warning WARNING CHECKING GAS PRESSURE Connecting directly to an unregulated propane/LPG tank can cause an explosion. The heater gas inlet connection is a 3/8" NPT at the valve. All units have the inlet connection on the right side, when you face the unit. To connect from the opposite side, route the pipe under the rear portion of the unit. When tightening up the joint to the valve, hold the valve securely to prevent movement.
ELECTRICAL WIRING (Millivolt) The millivolt valve is a self-powered combination gas control that does not require 110 Vac to operate. caution Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.
ELECTRICAL WIRING (Millivolt) Connecting optional Remote Receiver Follow instructions supplied with the remote. 1. Connect the wires to the two .25" male connectors located on the left side of the valve when facing the unit (See Figure 16, page 19). Do not let wire touch grate or burner. NOTE: Heat reduces battery life. You can protect the receiver and extend battery life by mounting the receiver in a wall or other location outside the fireplace.
LOG PLACEMENT Installing PH18-R logs unit on unit Rear Log Left (#1) Middle Log (#2) Figure 17 - Installing Rear Log (#1) Front Log (#4) Figure 18 - Installing Left Middle Log (#2) WARNING Figure 19 - Installing Right Middle Log (#3) Right Top Log (#6) Left Top Log (#5) Figure 20 - Installing Front Figure 21 - Installing Left Log (#4) Top Log (#5) 1. Place Rear Log (#1) on rear support. Figure 17. 2. Place Left Middle Log (#2) on middle support and burner. Figure 18 3.
LOG PLACEMENT Installing ph24-R logs unit on unit Right Middle Log (#3) Rear Log Left (#1) Middle Log (#2) Figure 23 - Installing Rear Log (#1) Front Log (#4) Figure 26 - Installing Front Log (#4) Figure 24 - Installing Left Middle Log (#2) WARNING Right Top Log (#6) Left Top Log (#5) Figure 27 - Installing Left Top Log (#5) 1. Place Rear Log (#1) on rear support. Figure 23. 2. Place Left Middle Log (#2) on middle support and burner. Figure 24 3. Place Right Middle Log (#3) on middle support.
LOG PLACEMENT Installing PH30-R logs on unit Right Middle Log (#3) Rear Log Left (#1) Middle Log (#2) Figure 29 - Installing Rear Log (#1) Front Log (#4) Figure 32 - Installing Front Log (#4) Figure 30 - Installing Left Middle Log (#2) WARNING Right Log (#6) Left Top Log (#5) Figure 33 - Installing Left Top Log (#5) 1. Place Rear Log (#1) on rear support. Figure 29. 2. Place Left Middle Log (#2) on middle support and burner. Figure 30. 3. Place Right Middle Log (#3) on middle support. Figure 31.
FLAME APPEARANCE Flames from the pilot, front and rear burner should be visually checked as soon as the heater is installed. In addition, periodically check the flames visually during operation. Checking the pilot flame The pilot flame must always be present when the heater is in operation. It should just touch the top of the thermocouple tip for natural. See Figures 35 and 37 for correct pilot flame. If the pilot flame does not touch the thermocouple, then the main burner cannot function reliably.
CHECKING THE BURNER FLAME In normal operation at full rate after 15 minutes, the following flame appearances should be observed: LO ON HI I G F N OF Figure 39 - Correct Appearance of Rear Flames The left and right flames should be yellow and extend 1" to 2" above the log top surfaces. The yellow flames should not contact the logs. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Do not allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING WARNING FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING If you do not follow these instruction 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 unit by hand. B. BEFORE OPERATING 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 INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL CONTROL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. STOP! Read the safety information. Make sure the manual shutoff valve is fully open. This heater is equipped with an ignition device (piezo) which automatically lights the pilot. See Figure 40, page 26 for the location of the piezo ignitor and control knob. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn control knob clockwise to the OFF position.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Millivolt CONTROL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read the safety information label. 2. Make sure the manual shutoff valve is fully open. 3. This gas log set is equipped with an ignition device (piezo) which automatically lights the pilot. If piezo ignitor does not light the pilot, see instructions for Match Lighting Instructions, page 29. 4. Turn gas control knob clockwise to the OFF position. Turn ON/OFF switch to OFF position. 5. Wait (5) minutes to clear out any gas.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS and Cleaning and Servicing 1. 2. 3. 4. MATCH LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Remove any items necessary for easy access to the pilot (for example: logs, screens, etc.). Follow appropriate lighting instructions found previously. Instead of pushing and releasing the piezo button, light a match and hold the flame to the end of the pilot and ignite the pilot. After control knob has been released and pilot stays lit, reinstall any items that were removed for pilot access.
WARNING WARNING TROUBLESHOOTING Turn appliance OFF and allow to cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair the heater. Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/pilot. 1. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong. 2. Ignitor electrode is broken. 3. Ignitor electrode not connected to ignitor cable. 4. Ignitor cable pinched or wet. Keep ignitor cable dry.
WARNING TROUBLESHOOTING If the gas quality is bad, your pilot may not stay lit, the burners may produce soot and the heater may backfire when lit. If the gas quality or pressure is low, contact your local gas supplier immediately. OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY ODS/pilot lights, but flame goes out when control knob is released. 1. Press in control knob fully. 2. After ODS/pilot lights, keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds. 3. Fully open manual shutoff valve. 4.
WARNING WARNING illustrated parts breakdown Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury.
REPLACEMENT PARTS list REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH YOUR RETAILER.
illustrated parts breakdown PH18-R 1 2 Item Description Qty. PH24-F 1 Main Log 1 65D0006K 2 Front Log 1 65D1030K 3 Top Left Log 1 65D0008K 4 Top Right Log 1 65D0009K PH24-R 3 4 3 4 1 2 Item Description Qty. PH18-R 1 Rear Log 1 65D1036K 2 Middle Log 1 65D1037K 3 Front Log 1 65D1038K 4 Top Log 1 65D1039K PH30-R 4 2 5 1 3 Item Description 34 Qty.
NOTE TO MASSACHUSETTS RESIDENTS Massachusetts Residents only: PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THESE Special Requirements NOTE REGARDING VENTED PRODUCTS This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter when installed within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Any residence with a direct vent product must have a CO detector installed in the residence.
NOTE TO MASSACHUSETTS RESIDENTS (continued) b. In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can not be met at the time of completion of installation, the owner shall have a period of thirty (30) days to comply with the above requirements; provided, however, that during said thirty (30) day period, a battery operated carbon monoxide detector with an alarm shall be installed. 2. APPROVED CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS.