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. Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater Model SNV30: 3980-3996 FOR YOUR SAFETY Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas suppler. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: • Do not try to light any appliance.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater 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 ................................................................................
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater General Information The Stardance Natural Vent Room Heater, Model Nos. 39803996 is a vented gas appliance listed to the ANSI standard Z21.88b-2002 and CSA-2.33b-2002 for Vented Room Heaters, and CSA 2.17-M91, Gas-Fired Appliances For Use at High Altitudes. The installation of the Stardance Natural Vent Room Heater must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 — latest edition and CSA B-149.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater Dimensions See Page 5 for Flue Collar Centerline Dimensions. 9" (229mm) CL Valve Inlet 26���" (680 mm) Valve Inlet CL 3" 25" (635 mm) (76 mm) 14���" (355 mm) 4406 Fig. 1 Stardance dimensions.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater Ceiling Clearances Clearance Requirements Minimum Clearances to Combustible Materials Measure side clearances as shown in Figures 2 through 5 from the outer edge of the cast iron stove top. Measure rear clearances from the outermost surface of the sheet metal rear skirt. 45" (1140mm) 72" (1829mm) The Stardance heater is approved for installation into an alcove constructed of combustible materials to the dimensions and clearances shown on the next page.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater Gas Specifications Model SNV30RN SNV30RP Fuel Nat Prop Gas Control Millivolt Millivolt Max. Min. Input Input BTU/h BTU/h 28,000 19,000 28,000 21,500 Weight: Fully assembled 350 lbs. Gas Inlet and Manifold Pressures Inlet Minimum Inlet Maximum Manifold Pressure Natural 5.5” w.c. 14” w.c. 3.5” w.c. LP (Propane) 11” w.c. 14” w.c. 10” w.c. Stardance Natural Vent Certified to: ANSI Z21.88-2005 / CSA Z2.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater Passing Through a Combustible Wall or Ceiling Venting Requirements Complete the venting system installation according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Air Space as Required by Code Joists Ceiling Support 36 Vertical Run (in feet) (Measured from top of the unit before any elbow) An approved pass-through device is always required when a vent passes through a combustible wall or ceiling.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater Installation Unpack the Stove Snapstat Wire The Stardance is shipped fully assembled on its back. Unpack the stove and carefully set it upright. Rheostat Wire CAUTION Fan 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 Natural Vent Gas Heater Slot MOTOR Inner Shroud BLK Slot BLK Outer Shroud BLK WHT WHT BLK GRN SNAPSTAT ON/OFF RHEOSTAT POWER ST194 ST196 Fig. 10 Position the fan to engage the inner shroud with the fan bracket slots and secure with sheet metal screws. Left Air Duct ST194 attach fan to shroud 11/99 Snapstat NOTE: Shown without top for clarity. ST671 Fig. 11 Install the snapstat and connect the extension wire terminals.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater Insert the B-vent adapter into the flue collar and drill 1/8” (3mm) pilot holes through both the stove’s collar and the adapter. Attach the adapter to the flue collar with sheet metal screws. (Fig. 15) Attach the first section of venting to the B-vent adapter. Depending on the length of the individual venting sections and the lengths of the decorative pipe, you may need to slip the decorative pipe over the venting sections before attaching upper sections to lower ones.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater TPTH The appliance must only use the gas specified on the rating plate, unless converted using a Fuel Conversion Kit. Refer to Page 25 for the correct Fuel Conversion Kit for your model. PILOT ADJ Burner Information TP Conversion instructions are provided with each kit and beginning on Page 16 in this manual. THERE MUST BE A GAS SHUT-OFF BETWEEN THE STOVE AND THE SUPPLY. Install ON/OFF Switch The switch assembly parts are found in the parts bag. 1.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater Install the Front Plate Left Log Right Log Hold the front plate by the window bars and lift it into position, engaging the two steel tabs on the top corners behind the adjacent bosses in the side plates. (Fig. 21) Then seat the Front against the sides so the tabs at the bottom lip engage with the notches in the stove legs. When properly installed, the bottom of the Front Plate cannot be pulled away from the sides without also lifting it.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater Operation The Stardance is operated with the operable door front plate in place with the doors open or closed. To open the front doors, insert the handle into the door latch stub and turn it to the left and up. (Fig. 22) When not in use, the handle may be stored in the handle holder on the right side of the rear shroud. (Fig. 23) Clockwise to Open Pilot Assembly ST476 Fig. 24 Pilot Assembly location. ST477 Flame & Temperature Adjustment ST624 Fig.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater 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 Natural Vent Gas Heater Troubleshooting / Honeywell #8420 Gas Control System NOTE: Before troubleshooting the gas control system, be sure the external gas shutoff is in the “ON” position. WARNING: REMOVE THE GLASS PANEL BEFORE PERFORMING ANY GAS CONTROL SERVICE WORK. SYMPTOM 1. Spark ignitor will not light POSSIBLE CAUSES A. Defective or misaligned electrode at the pilot B. Defective ignitor (push button) 2. Pilot will not stay lit after carefully following the lighting instructions A.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater Fuel Conversion Instructions WARNING! This conversion kit shall be installed by a qualified service agency in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and all applicable codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire, explosion or production of carbon monoxide may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater A Pilot Hood B C Pilot Bracket CO105a Fig. 32 Remove pilot hood. FP OF IL OT O Index Tab Allen Wrench CO105a gas conversion Pilot 1/28/00 djt FC107 Fig. 30 Remove mounting screws, pressure regulator tower and spring and diaphragm assembly. E FC107 SIT820 valve conversion 10/03 Snap Ring CO106a Fig. 33 Remove pilot orifice. is set at 1/8” or 3/8” opening depending on rating plate serial number. To convert to natural gas, the shutter should set to fully closed.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater 17. Replace burner. Slide the burner in at an angle with left side lower than the right side. Slide the left side onto the injectors, making sure the burner leg remains at a 90° angle to the base. Lower the right hand side down in to place. Make sure the burner is as far left as possible and the injector shoulders are inside the burner. NOTE: It is very critical to keep the left burner leg, which holds the injectors, at a 90° angel to the base. (Fig.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater 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 Natural Vent Gas Heater Inspect the Vent System Annually 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 NOTE: Shown without top for clarity. ST582a Fig. 38 Release the latches to release the glass frame.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater Wiring Diagrams ON OFF Thermopile Black On/Off Switch Wiring TP/TH BL Chassis Ground TP Black TH FAN POWER CORD Optional Thermostat Wiring BL K BLK Thermostat (Optional) FAN JUNCTION BO X Thermopile St124b on/off/switch wiring 1/11/00 djt Black TP/TH Millivolt Gas Valve K GRN ST124b Thermostat (Optional) BLK WHT Strain Relief ON / OFF Rheostat TP Black TH Snapstat ST124c LK WHT BLK B Fig. 41 On/off switch and optional thermostat circuit.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater 4 6 5 7 3 1a 2 1c 12 9a,b 1b 11 15 17 10 8a,b T OFF I O L PI O H PILOT ADJ ON L 13 20 18 16a,b 14 19 24 23 33 32 22 a,b,c,d 34 28 35 27 40 39 31 30 25 29 21 38 26 42a,b 36 37 43 CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater (SNV30) Models 3980-3996 Ref. 1. 1a. 1b. 1c. 2. 3.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater (SNV30) (continued) Models 3980-3996 Ref. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8a. 8b. 9a. 9b. 10. Description Lava Rock - Burner Gasket, Glass Med. Knit - RDV40 Glass, DV25 Glass Frame Assembly SDV30 Valve RN Honeywell VS8420E 2038 (Serial #’s up to 6361)* Valve RP Honeywell VS8420E 2020 (Serial #’s up to 6361)** Pilot Assembly 3Way N/DV RN 0.199.706 Pilot Assembly 3Way RP 0.199.703 Thermopile 11a. Thermocouple 24” 12. 13. 14. 15. 16a. 16b. 17a. 18. 19. 20.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater (SNV30) (continued) Models 3980-3996 Ref. Description SNV30 40. 41. 42a. 42b. 43. 44. Right End 1/4” Fiberglass Gasket Valve Nova SIT820.662 RN (Serial #’s starting with 6362) Valve Nova SIT820.
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater Optional Accessories Available Fan Kits Clockwise to Open FK26 Fan The FK26 fan kit 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. Counterclockwise to Close Specifications 115 Volt / 60Hz / .
Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater Warming Shelf Warming shelves add versatility to your stove and can be used to keep foods warm at mealtime. Model 2702 2684 2685 2688 2704 2706 2711 2764 2765 KT231 Fig. 46 Screen in place. KT231 Screen in place 6/13/01 djt Color Classic Black Biscuit Chestnut Brown Vt. Classic Green Bordeaux Forest Green Midnight Blue Sand Ebony The shelf installation is done in three stages.
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Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY All Vermont Castings gas stoves, gas inserts, and gas fireplaces, and all Majestic or brand gas fireplaces equipped with an Insta-Flame Ceramic Burner, or standard steel tube burner.
GARANTIE À VIE LIMITÉE Stardance Natural Vent Gas Heater PRODUIT COUVERT PAR LA PRÉSENTE GARANTIE L’ensemble des cuisinières à gaz, des poêles encastrables et des foyers à gaz Vermont Castings, ainsi que l’ensemble des foyers à gaz de marque Majestic équipés d’un brûleur en céramique Insta-Flame ou d’un brûleur en acier standard.
Efficiency Ratings Model SNV30RN SNV30RP EnerGuide Ratings Fireplace Efficiency (%) 51.1 51.1 CFM Corporation 410 Admiral Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5T 2N6 800-668-5323 • www.cfmcorp.