EarthCore 80B36 Installation, operation, maintenance and owner's manual

Manual is about: Isokern BVETTOTM B-Vent. Gas Fireplaces and Chimney System

Summary of 80B36

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    Isokern ® bvetto tm b-vent gas fireplaces and chimney system installation, operation, maintenance and owner’s manual isokern bvetto models 80b36 & 80b46 a product of earthcore ® industries, llc important: this manual contains assembly rules, installation steps and guidelines, and use and maintenance...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    General information ............................................3 safety instructions .......................................... 4 - 5 bvetto b-vent series 36” drawing.................6 component list - bvetto b-vent series 36” ..7 bvetto b-vent series 46” drawing.................8 component list - ...

  • Page 3: General Information

    3 bvetto models 80b36 and 80b46 are tested and listed by pfs corp., usa report no. 09-79 to ansi z21.50 - 2014 and canadian standard csa 2.22 - 2014. The bvetto models are top-vented, gas only fireplaces that are listed for use only with the isokern gas log appliance listed in this installation manu...

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Warning: this product contains or generates chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. Important: read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate or service this fireplace. Improper use of this fireplac...

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    5 17. Never install a bvetto b-vent series component, chimney component or accessory that has visible or suspected physical damage as a result of handling or transportation. These items should be inspected by a qualified representative to ensure safe condition. When in doubt, consult your local supp...

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    6 earthcore industries bvetto b-vent gas fireplace 08/2017 bvetto b-vent series 36” (80b36) 22 ½” 71 ¼” 31 ½” 27 ¼” 10 ½” 43 36 ¹/ 8 ” high temp lintel 31 ½” 25 ¼” 71 ¼” 36 ¾” 34 ½” 5” 16” 16” down draft diverter 25 ¼” 43” 27 ¼” 36 ¹/ 8 ” front view side view plan view top view 10 ¾” 25 ¼” 14” 22 ½”...

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    7 earthcore industries 08/2017 bvetto b-vent gas fireplace component list - bvetto b-vent series 36” (80b36) component part# description 25¼” 43” 21 isokern bvetto base plate 3” 25¼” 16” 34 isokern bvetto side sloping (qty. 4) 25¼” 8” 10½” 2¼” 20 isokern bvetto sidewall (qty. 6)* component part# des...

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    8 earthcore industries bvetto b-vent gas fireplace 08/2017 bvetto b-vent series 46” (80b46) 33 ½” 71 ¼” 31 ½” 37 ¼” 10 ½” 53” 47 ¹/ 8 ” high temp lintel 31 ½” 25 ¼” 71 ¼” 36 ¾” 34 ½” 5” 16” 16” down draft diverter 25 ¼” 53” 37 ¼” 47 ¹/ 8 ” front view side view plan view top view 10 ¾” 25 ¼” 14” 33 ½...

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    9 earthcore industries 08/2017 bvetto b-vent gas fireplace component list - bvetto b-vent series 46” (80b46) component part# description 25¼” 53” 23 isokern bvetto base plate 3” 25¼” 16” 34 isokern bvetto side sloping (qty. 4) 25¼” 8” 10½” 2¼” 20 isokern bvetto sidewall (qty. 6)* component part# des...

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    10 earthcore industries bvetto b-vent gas fireplace 08/2017 required clearance to combustibles the bvetto fireplaces and chimney systems are tested and listed for installation with “clearance to combustibles” as follows: zero inch (0”) clearance to the combustible floor; (isokern base plate must be ...

  • Page 11: Calculating Flooring Loads

    11 earthcore industries 08/2017 bvetto b-vent gas fireplace calculating flooring loads floor framing for bvetto installation will need to be designed and built to accept substantial dead loads spread over a relative small floor area. (figure 3) the following weights and sizes can be used to calculat...

  • Page 12: Rough Framing Dimensions

    Typical installation framing dimensions bvetto width height depth a b c model 36 44” 72”, 83", 93" 26 3/4” model 46 54” 72”, 83", 93" 26 3/4” notes: 1. “b” includes the 3” thick base plate. 2. “raised hearth” requires additional rough opening height at “b” equal to the height of the raised hearth de...

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    13 earthcore industries 08/2017 bvetto b-vent gas fireplace general assembly instructions when beginning the assembly process, mix the earthcore adhesive with clean water to a smooth, workable texture (without lumps or dry pockets) of a “toothpaste” consistency. This mixture is suitable for applicat...

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    14 earthcore industries bvetto b-vent gas fireplace 08/2017 assembly instructions - bvetto b-vent series the following assembly instructions identify the parts by name, part number and the placement of each part in the assembly process. Note: at all component placement, be sure to adhesive all conta...

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    15 2. Set the first course of the firebox side walls and back walls into place. (figure 12-13) note: it may be convenient to dry set the first course of side walls and back walls into place on the isokern base plate and then trace their position on the base plate with a pencil. After outlining the d...

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    16 earthcore industries bvetto b-vent gas fireplace 08/2017 assembly instructions - bvetto b-vent series 3. Continue assembly of the consecutive courses of the firebox side wall and back wall. Apply adhesive to the top of each layer of wall components, set the next course above into place. Be sure t...

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    17 6. Position the smoke dome’s sloping sidewalls at each end of the bottom smoke dome components. The sloping sidewalls fit in between the front and rear smoke dome components and also fit into the haunches at the ends of the front and rear smoke dome components. The smoke dome sloping sidewalls ha...

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    18 earthcore industries bvetto b-vent gas fireplace 08/2017 assembly instructions - bvetto b-vent series 9. The high temp lintel, as supplied, is forty five inches (45”) long and fits the bvetto models 36 & 46. Field cut the high temp lintel equally at the perforated lines as required for the 36” un...

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    19 the bvetto series fireplaces are tested and listed for use with the specified factory-built metal b-vent chimney systems. The design and installation require that the system use the metal-fab type b gas vent or the duravent type b gas vent chimney systems. Approved manufacturers metal-fab ® (ul 4...

  • Page 20: Metal-Fab B-Vent Components

    20 earthcore industries bvetto b-vent gas fireplace 08/2017 metal-fab b-vent components duravent b-vent components component part# description 10m12 b-vent 12" length 10m24 b-vent 24" length 10m3 b-vent 3' length 10m18 b-vent 18" length 10m4 b-vent 4' length 10m5 b-vent 5' length 10m12a b-vent 12" a...

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    21 earthcore industries 08/2017 bvetto b-vent gas fireplace 21 b-vent metal chimney installation 1. Mount anchor plate with down draft diverter: chimneys for isokern bvetto fireplaces begin with an anchor plate with down draft diverter. It is important that the surface of the isokern chimney has a l...

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    22 earthcore industries bvetto b-vent gas fireplace 08/2017 22 3. If the b-vent must penetrate the ceiling between floors, cut a hole in the ceiling 2 inches larger than the outside diameter (od) of the outer casing. The b-vent is to be centered in this opening. When installed, check to make sure th...

  • Page 23: Firebrick Installation

    23 earthcore industries 08/2017 bvetto b-vent gas fireplace the manufacturer requires that the fireplace fireboxes be lined with a minimum one and one-eighth (1-1/8”) thick firebrick for the floor, backwall and sidewalls. Thicker firebrick may be used as an option. The pattern for the firebrick lini...

  • Page 24: Flush Wall Finish Detail

    24 earthcore industries bvetto b-vent gas fireplace 08/2017 flush wall finish detail bvetto units are designed to be installed so that the rough front face of the isokern firebox and smoke dome sit flush to the room face of the rough framing members that create the room wall finish. Important: do no...

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    25 mantle and mantle shelf clearances: all combustible trim projecting less than one and one-half inch (1 1/2”) must be kept eight inches (8”) from the sides of the fireplace opening. All combustible trim projecting more than one and one-half inch (1 1/2”) must be kept twelve inches (12”) from the f...

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    The bvetto burner system is to be installed only in an isokern b-vent (bvetto) fireplace with a working flue and constructed of noncombustible material. The installation, including provisions for combustion and ventilation air must conform with all guidelines found in the instructions supplied with ...

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    27 earthcore industries 08/2017 bvetto b-vent gas fireplace isokern gas log set - burner parts list 10 12 burner parts list note: photos not to scale replacement parts can be ordered from your local isokern dealer. Bottom view 9 6 2 3 pilot 1 7 13 electrode 10 4 thermocouple 11 5 remote transmitter ...

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    28 earthcore industries bvetto b-vent gas fireplace 08/2017 isokern gas log set - wiring diagrams 9 specifications (cont.) wiring diagram valve motor wire harness battery pack ignition module insulated copper black s i main wire harness white green orange red black main g a s inlet step motor main f...

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    29 earthcore industries 08/2017 bvetto b-vent gas fireplace isokern gas log set - burner installation the bvetto burner system must be installed in an isokern b-vent (bvetto) fireplace and by a qualified professional service technician. Instructions must be followed carefully to ensure proper perfor...

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    30 earthcore industries bvetto b-vent gas fireplace 08/2017 isokern gas log set - burner installation 5. Units with power vent: locate the two spill switch and two power vent wires coming out of the hole in the lower right side of the fireplace. Connect them to the free wires now coming from the mai...

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    31 9. Locate the gas-supply stub inside the fireplace and remove the cap, if attached. Caution: when removing the cap, make sure the stub does not turn, loosening the connection inside the wall. 10. Be sure gas to the fireplace is off. Remove the adapter connected to the flex connector (pre-installe...

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    32 earthcore industries bvetto b-vent gas fireplace 08/2017 isokern gas log set - log set installation log set placement follow the instructions included with the log set for step by step log placement. Read all safety warnings and important information in the instructions supplied with the log set ...

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    33 caution: ensure the unit is connected to the gas line and has been tested for leaks before you insert batteries. Caution: turn off the remote and/or burner and allow the unitto completely cool prior to any battery replacements. Important: prior to inserting batteries, always apply a smallamount o...

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    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 appliance is equipped with an ignition device that automatically lights the pilot. Do not attempt to light ...

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    35 manual lighting caution: do not attempt to light the pilot by hand. 1. Locate the off/remote slide actuator on the left rear of the burner. Slide the actuator to the left / off position. (figure 51) 2. Locate the on/off switch at the front of the switch box. Press the switch to the on (i) positio...

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    Orientation prior to remote transmitter use, light the appliance per the remote lighting section. The remote transmitter will only operate the unit when it is in the remote mode. Familiarize yourself with the transmitter buttons, as illustrated in figure 54. Identify the four transmitter buttons (us...

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    37 note: servicing may be necessary to ensure proper pilot operation and proper burn characteristics. Always shut off the gas to the appliance while performing service work. Allow the appliance to cool before servicing. Installation, service, and repair must be done by an nfi certified or other qual...

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    Burner shutting down during operation a. Insufficient or excessive gas pressure a1. Check gas pressure (read d.- f. Of important pre-installation and fireplace safety information section, & check with local gas company). A2. Other gas appliances may be on the same gas line, dropping gas pressure to ...

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    39 the environmentally friendly enervex ecodamper system is the first completely automated draft and damper system for use with gas fireplaces. The ecodamper system quietly manages a perfect draft and prevents conditioned air from escaping through the chimney when the fireplace is not in use. It eli...

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    To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury to persons, observe the following: 1. Use this unit in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer at the address or telephone number listed on the front of the manual. 2. Before servicing or cleaning...

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    41 earthcore industries 08/2017 bvetto b-vent gas fireplace ecodamper system - wiring diagram mechanical draft system for a gas- fired fireplace with damper and safety system per nfpa 54/ifgc application this installation shows a combination fireplace and damper system. The adc100 control monitors f...

  • Page 42: Notes

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  • Page 43: Registration Card

    43 earthcore industries 08/2017 bvetto b-vent gas fireplace registration card please tear out along dashed lines and send to: earthcore industries attn: technical department 6899 phillips industrial blvd jacksonville, fl 32256 dealer __________________________________________________________________...

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    Earthcore offers a lifetime warranty for all isokern components, to be free from defects in materials that negatively affect system performance from the date of purchase, subject to the terms and conditions of this limited warranty. This warranty covers only the above stated components. This warrant...