Barbeques Galore BVDA18M Owner's manual

Manual is about: NATURAL GAS LOG VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE Convertible from Natural Gas to Propane/LP Gas

Summary of BVDA18M

  • Page 1

    Warning: if the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result caus- ing 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 sme...

  • Page 2: Safety Information

    109220-01c 2 1. This appliance, as supplied, is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is convertible for use with propane/lp. 2. If you smell gas • shut off gas supply • do not try to light any appliance • do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any p...

  • Page 3: Unpacking

    109220-01c 3 3 unpacking caution: do not remove the data plates from the burner pan. The data plates contain important prod- uct information. 1. Remove logs, hearth kit, pan materials, and hardware from carton. 2. Remove all protective packaging applied to logs and base for shipment. 3. Check all it...

  • Page 4: Installation

    109220-01c 4 installation warning: before installing in a solid fuel burn- ing fireplace, the chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned of soot, creosote, ashes and loose paint by a qualified chimney cleaner. Creosote will ignite if highly heated. A dirty chimney flue may create and distribute soot w...

  • Page 5: Installation

    109220-01c 5 5 installation continued venting specifications for installation the fireplace chimney flue and vent must be drafting properly. To check the vent for proper drafting: light a tightly rolled newspaper on one end and place it at the inside front edge of the fireplace. Observe the smoke an...

  • Page 6: Installation

    109220-01c 6 installation continued we recommend that you install a sediment trap in supply line as shown in figure 4, page 5. Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning. Install in piping system between fuel supply and heater. Locate sediment trap where trapped matter is not likely ...

  • Page 7: Installation

    109220-01c 7 7 installation continued propane/lp gas conversion to convert to propane/lp gas, the burner inlet fitting and pilot orifice must be replaced and the regulator pressure must be reset. The propane/lp burner inlet fitting is supplied with the orifice installed. The propane/lp pilot orifice...

  • Page 8: Installation

    109220-01c 8 installation continued testing burner for leaks 1. Generously apply soapy solution to all connections. Warning: never check for gas leaks with open flame. Figure 12 - installing grate (pan material not shown) grate grate steps 2. Light the burner with the shut-off valve no more than hal...

  • Page 9: Operating Appliance

    109220-01c 9 9 operating appliance for your safety read before lighting warning: if you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing prop- erty damage, personal injury or loss of life. Before lighting smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell n...

  • Page 10: Inspecting Burners

    109220-01c 10 pilot thermocouple to turn off gas to appliance shutting off appliance 1. Turn control knob clockwise to the pilot position. 2. Press in and turn control clockwise to the off position. Shutting off burner only (pilot stays lit) turn control knob clockwise to the pilot position. Inspect...

  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    109220-01c 11 11 troubleshooting warning: turn off log set and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair log set. Possible cause remedy observed problem note: all troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. 1. Poor fuel quality 2. Fireplace vent...

  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    109220-01c 12 observed problem when ignitor button is pressed, there is spark at pilot but no ignition pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released burner does not light after pilot is lit delayed ignition burner remedy 1. Turn on gas supply or open equipment shutoff valve 2. Turn c...

  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    109220-01c 13 13 warning: if you smell gas • shut off gas supply. • do not try to light any appliance. • do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. • immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions. • if you cannot re...

  • Page 14: Illustrated Parts

    109220-01c 14 illustrated parts breakdown models bvda18m, bvda24m and bvda30m propane/lp natural gas 3 2 14 8 26 25 15 4 13 20 21 18 24 19 6 4 17 22 23 10 7 5 9 9 11 12 1 16 illustrated parts breakdown models bvda18m, bvda24m and bvda30m.

  • Page 15: Parts List

    109220-01c 15 15 parts list this list contains replaceable parts used in your log set. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under replacement parts on page 19 of this manual. Parts list models bvda18m, bvda24m and bvda30m key part number for no. Bvda18m bvda24m bvda30m description qty...

  • Page 16: Illustrated Parts

    109220-01c 16 key part number for no. Bmm18 bmm24 bmm30 description qty. 1 901565-04 901566-04 901567-04 bottom split rear log 1 2 901735-01 901735-02 901735-02 bottom split front log 1 3 901734-01 901734-02 901734-03 bottom split front log 1 4 — — 901580-03 vr-11 top round log 1 5 901588-02 901588-...

  • Page 17: Illustrated Parts

    109220-01c 17 17 illustrated parts breakdown log sets twisted pine this list contains replaceable parts used in your log set. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under replacement parts on page 19 of this manual. Premium pear key part number for no. Btp18 btp24 description qty. 1 901...

  • Page 18: Illustrated Parts

    109220-01c 18 key part number for no. Bwb18 bwb24 description qty. 1 109274-01 109282-01 bottom front log 1 2 109273-01 109281-01 bottom rear log 1 3 109278-01 109278-01 13" top log 1 4 109277-01 109277-01 12" top log 1 5 109276-01 109276-01 11" top log 1 6 109279-01 109279-01 13" top log "y" 1 7 — ...

  • Page 19: Accessories

    109220-01c 19 19 accessories purchase these logset accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call contact barbeques galore at 1-800-673-5206. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual. Ash bed material (vermiculite) - ga9750a for all...

  • Page 20: Warranty Information

    109220-01c 20 keep this warranty warranty information model serial no. Date purchased always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory. We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable is our standard written warra...