INSTALLER / CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING APPLIANCE. 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.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Table of Contents PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE. Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Vermont Castings stove. IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty. Installation & Operating Instructions 2 General Information ............................................
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Installation & Operating Instructions The Stardance Direct Vent Room Heater, Models. SDDVR Series: SDDVRCB, SDDVREB, SDDVRMB, SDDVRBS, SDDVRCH, SDDVRVG, SDDVRBD; SDDVRC Series: SDDVRCCB, SDDVRCEB, SDDVRCMB, SDDVRCBS, SDDVRCCH, SDDVRCVG, SDDVRCBD are vented gas appliances listed to ANSI Standard Z21.882005 and CSA-2.33-2005 for Vented Room Heaters, and CSA 2.17-M91, Gas-Fired Appliances For Use at High Altitudes.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Installation & Operating Instructions Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts All gas fitting and installation of this heater shall only be done by a licensed gas fitter or licensed plumber.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Stove Dimensions - Stardance Direct Vent Gas Heater 8" (203 mm) 9" (229 mm) CL Valve Inlet SDDVR Models 8���” (222 mm) 7���” (197 mm) SDDVRC Models CL Flue Centerline 26���" (680 mm) 22���” (565 mm) Valve Inlet CL 3" 25���" (654 mm) (76 mm) 14���" (368 mm) Fig. 1 Stardance dimensions.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Installation Requirements The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 - latest edition. (EXCEPTION: Do not derate this appliance for altitude. Maintain the manifold pressure at 3.5 inches w.c. for Natural Gas, and 10 inches w.c. for Propane). In Canada, installation must be in accordance with the current CSA B-149.1 Installation Codes and/or local codes.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Parallel Installation: Minimum Clearance and Flue Centerline C L 18���" (476mm) Mantel Clearances Combustible Mantel or Trim Materials 2���" (63mm) A B 3" (75mm) Min. Noncombustible Materials ST382 �" (102 mm) �" (102 mm) ST128a Fig. 3 Parallel installation, minimum back and side clearance. Corner Installation: Minimum Clearance ST128a and Flue Centerline SDVR flue 7¹⁄₂" centerline 10/9/00 (190mm) djt Max. Vent Length 20" (508mm) 2" (50mm) A (Max.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Gas Specifications Model Fuel SDDVR Series SDDVR Series SDDVRC Series SDDVRC Series Nat Millivolt Prop Millivolt Nat Comfort Control Prop Comfort Control Gas Control Horizontal Termination Max. Min. Input Input BTU/h BTU/h 21,000 21,000 21,000 21,000 15,000 16,000 15,000 16,000 Air Shutter Setting Minimum rear injector air inlet openings. Model Natural Gas LP SDDVR/SDDVRC 1/2” Open 1/2” Open Weight: Fully assembled 350 lbs.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Vertical Termination A vertical vent system must terminate no less than 8’ (2.44m) and no more than 40’ (12m) above the appliance flue collar. A restrictor plate (supplied) must be used (where specified) in all vertically terminated vent systems. NOTE: The restrictor plate supplied with the vertical termination should be discarded. Install restrictor plate according to recommendations in Figure 10.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Vent Termination Clearances When planning the installation, consider the location of the vent terminal and clearances. Some of the most common clearances to keep in mind are shown in Figure 11. Important: All vent clearances must be maintained. Check your vent termination clearances against Figures 11 and 12. The vent should be placed so that people cannot be burned by accidentally touching the vent surfaces when the stove is operating.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters General Venting Information - Termination Location INSIDE CORNER DETAIL G V H A N N D L V E C B V F B ����� ������ Ope V Operable rable B B V Fixed Closed B V J X X AIR SUPPLY INLET M I A CFM145a V VENT TERMINATION B V V K X AREA WHERE TERMINAL IS NOT PERMITTED Canadian Installations1 US Installations2 A = Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony B = Clearance to window or door that may be opened CFM145a 12”
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Termination Clearances Termination clearances for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors. Inside Corner Alcove Applications* Outside Corner G= Combustible 6" (152 mm) G F= Combustible 6" (152 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) V Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) V C V E O F Balcony with perpendicular side wall Balcony with no side wall D C E = Min. 6” (152 mm) for non-vinyl sidewalls Min. 12” (305 mm) for vinyl sidewalls O = 8’ (2.4 m) Min.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Vertical Termination Kit, 7/12-12/12 Pitch Vent Components The following kits are available to meet the needs of most installations. All pipe has a 7” outer diameter and includes a 4” diameter inner section. A (CG) designation indicates the part is finished in Charcoal Gray paint. Consult your dealer about other vent parts that may be appropriate to complete the installation. 7TDVSKVB (1) 7/12 - 12/12 Flashing and all of the other Vertical Termination parts.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Installation Unpack the Stove The stove is shipped fully assembled on its back. Unpack the stove and carefully set it upright. 1/4-20 x 3/8” Hex Head Bolt CAUTION Bracket Porcelain enamelled surfaces are fragile. Handle porcelain enamelled castings tenderly. Familiarize yourself with the assembly steps before you begin and proceed with deliberation and care. If possible, have assistance available.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters 2. Locate the vent opening on the wall. Refer to Figures 18 & 19 to determine the top of the opening centerline. It may be necessary to first position the stove and measure to find the hole location. Depending on whether the wall is made of combustible materials, cut the opening to the size shown in Figure 18. Combustible wall openings must be framed as shown in Figure 18.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters 6. Slip the wall plate and trim collar over the interior end of the horizontal pipe and install into the wall sleeve. Seal the joint inside the wall plate if needed to keep cold air from being drawn into the home. 7. Connect the pipe to the inner collar. Fasten the wall plate to the pipe with three sheet metal screws. Slide the trim collar up against the wall plate to cover the screws. (Figs. 18) 8. Install the vent terminal. (Figs.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Vent Opening - Combustible Wall 9³⁄₈" (240mm) 9³⁄₈" (240mm) X Vent Opening - Noncombustible Wall 7¹⁄₂" (191mm) VO584-100a Fig. 23 Locate vent opening. ST478 Attach the firestop plate to the sleeve end with the holes. (Fig. 24) NOTE: The wall sleeve is required in combustible walls only. 3. Install the Wall Firestop/Sleeve assembly into the wall cutout and fasten the firestop to the wall cutout framing members. (Fig. 24) 12”VO584-100 (305mm) Vent Opening Max.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters 10.Install the vent terminal. (Fig. 28) Guide the inner and outer vent termination collars into the adjacent pipes. Double check that the vent pipes overlap the collars by 2”. Fasten the termination to the wall with the screws provided, and caulk the joint with weatherproof sealant. 11.Install Charcoal Gray Pipe Rings (#7FSDRG) or Polished Brass Pipe Rings (#7FSDRP) at pipe joints, if desired.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Vertical (Through the Roof) Vent Assembly NOTE: All vertically terminated installations must, where specified, use the restrictor plate, to comply with Vertical Termination Window (Fig. 8, Page 8), included in the hardware bag. The plate must be installed as directed on Page 8, Figure 8. Make certain the vent system conforms to all other requirements for vertical termination as specified on Page 9. 7.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters • All vegetation within 36” (914 mm) that may interfere with the draft. Fireplace Vent System NOTE: The collar extending down from the Termination base is the air intake collar. Use the flex vent liner, marked with a blue line, to connect between this collar and the lower flue collar on the Transition Connector. Also make sure the other flex vent liner is attached to the upper Transition Connector collar and the Rain Cap. (Fig. 33) 1.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Fireplace Installation Requirements Transition Connector Transition Connector 26" (660mm) 26" (660mm) 20���" (521mm) 16" (406mm) ST380a ST379a Fig. 34 Minimum lintel height for flush or forward placement. Fireplace Installations Using Existing Wood Stove Chimneys ST380a SDVR min. lintel height 6/00 ST379a SDVR Min.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Gasket Selkirk Direct-Temp Metalbestos Direct Vent System Installation Instructions 1. Determine whether the length of pipe fits the appliance outlet by attempting to engage the parts. If the parts engage smoothly, proceed to Step 2. If obstructions, interference or loose fit is noted, contact the appliance manufacturer or Selkirk Metalbestos with the dimensions of the appliance outlet. 2.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters A two-part square trim plate is provided to give a finished look once installed. Simply fit the two halves of the trim plate around the cathedral ceiling support box hanging below the ceiling (overlapping if necessary) and screw them to the ceiling. Both the ceiling support and cathedral ceiling support can support a maximum of 40’ (12 m) of pipe.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Supporting DIRECT-TEMP: Horizontal Support Horizontal runs of Direct-Temp should be supported every 4’ (122 cm) of pipe. This can be done with the use of plumbers strapping or the offset support. Adjustable Length (AJ) An Adjustable Length is available to accommodate installations where non-standard lengths are necessary. The adjustable length telescopes down over a standard length of pipe and provides an extension range of 3¹⁄₂” (89 mm) to 10¹⁄₂” (267 mm).
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Wall Thimble Shield Vinyl Siding Standoff Seal with RTV Silicone Sealant on Exterior side here (around perimeter) Wall Thimble Shield Wall Thimble Face Plate Wall Thimble Face Plate Horizontal Termination ST932 ST930 Fig. 43 Wall thimble. the wall until fully engaged with the horizontal termination. Secure the trim plate to the wall.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Vertical Termination Storm Collar Approved Silicone Sealant Here Flashing Offset Support Collar Firestop Spacer Ceiling Support Plate Roof Pitch Flat to 7/12 Over 7/12 to 8/12 Over 8/12 to 8/12 Over 9/12 to 10/12 Over 10/12 to 11/12 Over 11/12 to 12/12 Over 12/12 to 14/12 Over 14/12 to 16/12 Over 16/12 to 18/12 Over 18/12 to 20/12 Over 20/12 to 21/12 Ceiling Support Collar Trim Plate ST933 Fig. 46 Typical vertical venting configuration. 6.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters seated. Depress lock tab to secure the cap to the pipe. NOTE: In high wind areas, it is recommended to screw termination to the pipe with two (2) #8 x 1/4” sheet metal screws. The screws should be approximately 3/4” from the bottom of the vertical termination’s galvanized collar. Connect the Gas Supply Line Check the rating plate attached by a steel cable to the firebox, to confirm that you have the appropriate firebox for the type of fuel to be used.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters TH Thermostat Connection (Optional) R Models Only PILOT ADJ TPTH TP Use only a thermostat rated for 500 - 750 millivolts. Check the table below for the appropriate gauge thermostat wire to use for the length of lead required in your installation. ST228 Fig. 49 Attach switch wires to valve.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Install the Log Set CAUTION: Before installation, inspect ember bed burner for damage. Do not use ember bed if damaged or cracked. NOTE: Small, shallow surface cracks are acceptable. 1. Remove the logs from their packaging and inspect each piece for damage. DO NOT INSTALL DAMAGED LOGS. 2. Install the rear log by mating the notch on the bottom of the log with the raised notch on the back left side of the ember bed. (Fig.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Figure 53 Left Log Right Log LG494 3. Install the left log by mating the hole on the bottom of the log with the pin in the ember bed. (Fig. 53) Position the log over air hole in ember bed. 4. Install the right log by mating the notch on the bottom of the log with the raised notch on the ember bed. (Fig. 53) Position the log over air hole in ember bed. ����� Rear Log Figure 54 ��������������� ���� Top Log Left Log Right Log LG495 Ember Bed 5.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Operation ������� � Pilot and Burner Inspection �������������� ������������ ������������������ ������������� �������������������� ��������������� Each time you light your heater check that the pilot flame and burner flame pattern are as shown in Figure 58. If flame patterns are incorrect, turn the heater off. Contact your dealer or a qualified gas technician for assistance. Do not operate the heater until the pilot flame is correct.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Flame Characteristics It is important to periodically perform a visual check of the pilot and the burner flames. Compare them to Figure 58. If any of the flames appear abnormal call a service person. SDDVT Series CO105d SDDVTC Series (Comfort Control Models) CO105d Pilot flame 6/07 djt LG496 Fig. 58 Correct pilot and burner flame patterns.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Lighting And Operating Instructions 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 heater has a pilot which must be lit manually. When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly. B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the heater area for gas.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Troubleshooting the Gas Control System (SDDVT Series) SIT NOVA 820 MILLIVOLT VALVE NOTE: Before trouble shooting the gas control system, be sure external gas shut off is in the “On” position. Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action 1. Spark ignitor will not light A. Defective or misaligned electrode at pilot Using a match, light pilot. If pilot lights, turn off pilot and push the red button again.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Instructions for RF Comfort Control Valve The Comfort Control Valve allows remote control of temperature, fan and flame appearance. NOTE: The antenna should hang in free air away from grounded metal. Operation 1. If the manual switch is in remote position, switch it to LOCAL. (Fig. 59) 2. Turn the pilotstat knob counterclockwise from OFF to the PILOT position, push the knob down, and hold in position.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Auto Mode Pilot Assembly In the AUTO mode, the room temperature, set temperature, flame and fan levels will be shown. AUTO will appear next to both the flame and fan icons. Fan When the control is in the AUTO mode, the main burner will turn on/off or modulate based on the heat needed to maintain the set temperature. The flame level will change automatically to optimize the heat output needed to maintain the set temperature.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Comfort Valve System Control Sequence Of Operation With Transmitter Set manual switch to local or remote five minute wait period Light pilot burner Did the LED stop blinking? Review LED failure analysis Release pilotstat knob Yes Turn pilotstat knob from PILOT to ON Cycle switch once and leave in remote.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Auto Path If the manual switch is set to REMOTE, press the mode button to display AUTO on the transmitter. Does the transmitter display the room and temperature setting? If the setting is above room temperature on the transmitter, does the main valve and fan turn on? If the settings is below room temperature on the transmitter, does the main valve and fan turn off? Move switch from LOCAL to REMOTE. Press any key within 30 seconds.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Fuel Conversion Instructions �� 5. 6. 7. �� CAUTION: The gas supply shall be shut off prior to disconnecting the electrical power, before proceeding with the conversion. nal key-way of the screw (Fig. 64), rotate it Figure 63 Figure counterclock64 wise until it is free and extract it. Check that the �� screw is clean and if necessary remove �� dirt. Flip the screw. Figure 65 (Fig.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters 3. Remove motor top cap using a standard slotted screwdriver. Depress and turn center plunger until arrow points to correct screw. Red for LP and Blue for NG. NOTE: Plunger will “snap” into NG position when arrow is close to blue screw. It will not “snap” at LP (Red) position. (Fig. 68) Index Tab Allen Wrench Motor Top Cap Snap Ring Center Plunger O • N REMOTE Red - LP LOCAL Blue - NG FP1037b Fig. 68 Depress and turn center plunger. 4.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Burner Orifice Conversion 1. Remove three (3) 3/8” nuts on bottom side of burner pan. (Fig. 74) 2. Carefully remove ember bed by tilting the right side up and lifting out toward the right side of the unit. (Fig. 75) Remove Nut CO145 Fig. 76 Use two wrenches to avoid damage to manifold. Bottom View Remove Nuts ST918 Fig. 74 Remove three (3) nuts securing ember bed in place.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Table 2. Injector Orifice Size Matrix Conversion to LP Model SDDVR SDDVRC 42 Kit # 20012911 Orifice Part # 1.30 mm 20012952 Input (BTU/h) Minimum Maximum 16,000 21,000 20012913 Conversion to Natural Gas Model SDDVR Kit # 20012919 SDDVRC 20012912 Orifice Part # #43 / .
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Maintenance Your Stardance Gas Heater will provide years of service with minimal upkeep. The following procedures will help ensure that your stove continues to function properly. Annual System Inspection Have the entire heater and venting system inspected annually by a qualified gas technician. Replace any worn or broken parts. Logset and Burner Cleaning and Inspection Cleanliness is critical to the proper function of the heater.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Inspect the Vent System Annually NOTE: Shown without top for clarity. Have the vent system inspected annually by a qualified technician. Shut off the main gas supply before inspecting the system. Both the inner exhaust pipe and the outer combustion supply pipe must be checked to confirm that they are unblocked and in good condition. Check the Gas Flame Regularly ST391a Fig. 79 Release the latches to release the glass frame.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Wiring Diagrams OFF Thermopile Black On/Off Switch Wiring TP/TH BL Millivolt Gas Valve TP Black TH FAN POWER CORD ON Chassis Ground BL BLK FAN JUNCTION BOX St124b on/off/switch wiring 1/11/00 djt Thermopile Black K Thermostat (Optional) Optional Thermostat Wiring TP/TH K GRN ST124b Thermostat (Optional) BLK WHT Strain Relief ON / OFF Rheostat TP TH Black Snapstat ST124c LK BLK GRN NOTE: IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL WIRE, AS SUPPLIED WI
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters 2 1 4 1a 5 3 1c 1d 7 8 1b 10 9 6 11 17 16 20 12 18 19 14 22 21 OT PIL OFF • 25 26 23a 24 34 32a,b 30 23b 27 D REMOTE LOCAL ON • 13 LE 15 33a,b 23c 28 36 44 37 29 31a,b 39 41 40 38 43 48 42 49 45 NT ME E C CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Stardance Direct Vent/Rear Vent Gas Heater (continued) Models SDDVR Series: SDDVRCB, SDDVREB, SDDVRMB, SDDVRBS, SDDVRCH, SDDVRVG, SDDVRBD SDDVRC Series: SDDVRCCB, SDDVRCEB, SDDVRCMB, SDDVRCBS, SDDVRCCH, SDDVRCVG, SDDVRCBD Ref. Description 1. 1a. 1b. 1c. 1d. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23a. 23b. 23c. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31a. 31b. 32a. 32b. 33a. 33b. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Stardance Direct Vent/Rear Vent Gas Heater (continued) Models SDDVR Series: SDDVRCB, SDDVREB, SDDVRMB, SDDVRBS, SDDVRCH, SDDVRVG, SDDVRBD SDDVRC Series: SDDVRCCB, SDDVRCEB, SDDVRCMB, SDDVRCBS, SDDVRCCH, SDDVRCVG, SDDVRCBD Ref. Description 38. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46a. 46b. 46c. 47. 48. 49.
Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters Optional Accessories Screen Kit Fan Kits FK28 Fan The FK28 fan helps distribute heated air from within the firebox out into the room. The fan is controlled by a snapstat that turns power on and off as the firebox temperature rises above and falls below a preset temperature. A rheostat provides for variable fan speeds. Specifications Warming Shelf Warming shelves add versatility to your stove; they can be used to keep foods warm at mealtime.
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LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY All Vermont Castings brand gas stoves, gas inserts, and gas fireplaces installed in the United States of America or Canada.
Efficiency Ratings Model SDDVR SDDVR (LP) SDDVRC SDDVRC (LP) EnerGuide Ratings Fireplace Efficiency (%) 66 66 66 66 CFM Corporation 2695 Meadowvale Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5N 8A3 800-668-5323 • www.cfmcorp.
