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Majestic 32VFHNVC Installation and operating instructions manual

Manual is about: VENT-FREE FIREPLACE SYSTEMS

Summary of 32VFHNVC

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    This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed. Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. Refer to page 10. Read and save these instructions vent-free fireplace systems installation and operating instructions models: 3...

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    71d0533 contents important safety information ................................ 3 product features .....................................................5 operation .............................................................. 5 specifications ............................................................

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    71d0533 3 10. This unit complies with ansi z21.11.2 unvented heaters. 11. Do not install the heaters in a bathroom or bedroom. 12. Correct installation of the ceramic fiber logs, proper location of the heater, and annual cleaning are neces - sary to avoid potential problems with sooting. Sooting, re...

  • Page 4: Installed In An Aftermar-

    4 71d0533 important safety information this appliance may be installed in an aftermar- ket, permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohib- ited by local codes. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for...

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    71d0533 5 product features figure 1 - access to controls this vent-free fireplace must be mounted on the floor or on the optional fireplace hearth. Operation this unvented gas heater requires no outside venting and burns cleanly with high heating efficiency. This zero-clearance unvented gas heater c...

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    71d0533 natural gas milli-volt pressure regulator pressure setting: 3.5" w.C. Pilot regulator: 3.5" w.C. Gas inlet pressure: max. 10 1/2" w. C. Min. 5" w.C. Product features propane/lpg note: an external regulator is required to reduce supply pressure to a maximum of 13" w.C. Milli-volt pressure reg...

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    71d0533 7 specifications ignition controls piezo ignitor allows ignition of the pilot without the use of matches or batteries. Milli-volt control has four (4) positions: off - all gas to the gas logs is shut off at the valve. Ign - valve position to light/maintain a standing pilot. On - valve positi...

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    8 71d0533 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 grate/burner assembly • installation/operating instructions • ceramic fiber logs • rock wool • plastic bag containing crushed...

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    71d0533 9 general installation information in planning the installation for the fireplace it is necessary to determine where the unit is to be installed and whether optional accessories are desired. Gas supply piping should also be planned. The following steps represent the normal sequence of instal...

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    10 71d0533 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 protectio...

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    71d0533 11 w h w arning the following formula can be used to determine the maximum heater rating per the definition of unconfined space: (l 1 + l ) ft x (w) ft x (h) ft 50 consider two connecting rooms with an open area between, with the following dimensions: l 1 = 15 1 / ft., l = 12 ft., w = 12 ft....

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    1 71d0533 general installation information removing screen remove fireplace screen frame panel by pushing screen frame panel up and out. See figure 4. Figure 5 - canopy installation installing canopy 1. Remove the fireplace screen as described in the previous section. 2. Align the canopy with the ho...

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    71d0533 13 location of fireplace carefully select the best location for installation of your unvented fireplace. The following factors should be taken into consideration. • clearance to side wall, ceiling, woodwork and window or other combustibles. Refer to “clearances and height require - ments ” s...

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    14 71d0533 clearances and height requirements 1" 10" 8" " 1 / " 1" 1" 19" 1" 3" combustible material can contact top of fireplace. N o n - c o m b u s t i b l e material only if needed to cover optional radiant top panel above canopy. Sidewall and ceiling clearances: the clear- ance from the inside ...

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    71d0533 15 h d g f a c e 1 / 2 " or 5 / 8 " c a g c g a fireplace framing if unit is to be “built in,” fireplace framing can be built before or after the appliance is set in place. Be sure that all packing material has been removed from the underside of the unit prior to setting the firebox in place...

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    1 71d0533 32vfhnvc 36vfhnvc 42vfhnvc 32vfhpvc 36vfhpvc 42vfhpvc k 37⅞" 41⅞" 47⅞" j 35⅞" 35⅞" 35⅞" fireplace framing 1. Bend out the nailing flanges located on each side of the firebox. 2. Slide the firebox into prepared framing or position firebox in its final position and frame later. 3. Level the ...

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    71d0533 17 pipe coupling to heater valve gas supply inlet connecting the gas notice: a qualified gas appliance installer must connect the heater to the gas supply. Consult all local codes. Important: hold heater valve firmly with a wrench to prevent movement when connecting to inlet pipe. Manual shu...

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    18 71d0533 w arning checking gas pressure milli-volt control (figure 16) the valve regulator controls the burner pressure which should be checked at the pressure test point. Turn captured screw counter clockwise two or three turns and then place tubing to pressure gauge over test point (use test poi...

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    71d0533 19 electrical wiring the milli-volt valve is a self-powered combination gas control that does not require 110 vac to oper- ate. Connecting optional wall switch 1. Use 18 awg, two-wire cable, 15 feet maximum length. 2. At one end of the cable, connect both wires to the wall switch or thermost...

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    0 71d0533 electrical wiring a. Complete milli-volt system check (“a” reading - thermostat contacts closed - control knob “on” - main burner should turn on) a. If the reading is more than 100 milli-volts and the automatic valve still does not come on, replace the control. B. If the closed circuit rea...

  • Page 21

    71d0533 1 w arning the positioning of the logs is critical to the safe and clean operation of this heater. Sooting and other problems may result if the logs are not properly and firmly positioned in the appliance. Never add additional logs or embellishments such as pine cones, vermiculite or rock wo...

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    71d0533 log placement figure 21 - installing left base log (#3) left base log (#3) pins figure 22 - installing right top log (#4) right top log (#4) pins 4. Place right top log (#4) on two pins located to the left of right base log. See figure 22. 3. Place left base log (#3) on two pins on left side...

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    71d0533 3 log placement figure 23 - installing left top log (#5) left top log (#5) 5. Place right end of left top log (#5) on bottom center grate pin. Place middle of left top log (#5) on pin just to the right of the left base log. Rest the left end of left top log (#5) on the left base log. See fig...

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    4 71d0533 log placement 6 . Place right front log (#6) on two pins on the right front of grate. See figure 25. Placing rock wool after installing logs, place tpb-rw (rock wool) in dime-size pieces evenly across the burner surface in between the logs. Do not add additional rock wool. See figure 26 wa...

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    71d0533 5 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...

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    71d0533 in normal operation at full rate after 15 minutes, the following flame appearances should be observed: figure 29 - correct appearance of rear flames of blazing oak burner will have a random pattern of yellow flames as shown in figure 29. There should be glowing embers on the front burner. No...

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    71d0533 7 figure 30 - location of piezo ignitor, control knobs and switch on milli-volt unit a. This appliance is equipped with a piezo ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. If pilot is not working see match lighting instructions on page 29. B. Before operating smell all around the a...

  • Page 28: To Turn Off Gas to Heater

    8 71d0533 operating 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, refer to instructions for...

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    71d0533 9 operating instructions and cleaning and servicing cleaning and servicing annual inspection and cleaning by your dealer or qualified service technician is recommended to prevent malfunction and/or sooting. Periodic cleaning - refer to parts diagram for location of items discussed below. • d...

  • Page 30

    30 71d0533 caution blower and other optional equipment optional equipment forced air kit if you are installing the forced air kit, model blotmc, see the installation instructions provided with the kit for electrical wiring requirements, or the blower installation section. The firebox must be connect...

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    71d0533 31 replacement parts are available through your retailer. 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. W arning blazing oak ...

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    3 71d0533 5 3 4 8 11 9 10 1 7 illustrated parts breakdown failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury. W arning.

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    71d0533 33 replacement parts list replacement parts are available through your retailer. Burner assembly item qty tpb24 natural propane 1 piezo ignitor 1 14d0503 14d0503 piezo wire 1 00k03 00k03 3 burner 1 70d0010 70d0010 4 control valve 1 14d0467 14d0468 5 injector 1 70d0064 57d0680 ods pilot assem...

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    34 71d0533 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. W arning 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 3 4 7 8 9 4 5.

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    71d0533 35 replacement parts list replacement parts are available through your retailer. 32vfhc 36vfhc 42vfhc item description qty standard features 1 canopy 1 71d0023 71d0500 71d1000 2 screen assembly 1 71d0075 71d0545 71d1026 4 black trim kit 1 blmtk32c blmtk36c blmtk42c feature options 3 brass lo...

  • Page 36

    3 71d0533 observed problem when ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ods/pilot. Appliance produces unwanted odors. Appliance shuts off during use. Gas odor even when control knob is in off position. When ignitor button is pressed, there is spark at ods pilot, but no ignition. Possible cau...

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    71d0533 37 observed problem ods/pilot lights, but flame goes out when control knob is released. Burner does not light after ods/ pilot is lit. Burner backfires during com - bustion. Slight smoke or odor during initial operation. Logs appear to smoke after ini- tial operation. Heater produces a whist...

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    38 71d0533 trim installation 1. Remove top and bottom louver assemblies by disengaging hooks. Pull assemblies up and away from unit. See figure 33. 2. Remove canopy by removing screws and pulling canopy away from unit. See figure 34. 3. Set bottom trim kit piece in place on bottom of face. Bottom pi...

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    71d0533 39 trim installation 6. Hold trim kit together by gripping the top left and right corners. Tilt trim kit away from you and into place snugly against unit. Tighten screws installed in step 4. Figure 36 figure 37 figure 38 7. Secure the top trim piece to unit by installing supplied screws. See...

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    40 71d0533 8'max. For use of optional ak-4 outside air kit combustion air 1. Locate combustion air assembly at an exterior location which is not likely to be accidentally blocked in any manner. Locate assembly a min. Of 12" above the snow line to prevent blockage by snow accumulation. 2. Never mount...

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    71d0533 41 for use of optional ak-4 outside air kit the use of outside air for combustion is optional unless required by building codes. It is only necessary to supply outside combustion air to one side of the fireplace. Use the model ak4 combustion air kit. Model ak-4 combustion air assembly 1. Rem...

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    4 71d0533 model ak-4 combustion air assembly (continued) 7. If the duct is the insulated type, push the insulation back from one end of the duct approximately 2". See figure 49. 8. Slip the exposed end of the duct over the starting collar on the fireplace . 9. Using the sheet metal screws provided, ...

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    71d0533 43 limited lifetime warranty policy lifetime warranty the following components are warranted for life to the original owner, subject of proof of purchase: firebox, combustion chamber, heat exchanger, grate, and stainless steel burners. Five year warranty the following components are warrante...

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    August 2008 71d0533 • rev. 4 mhsc 149 cleveland drive • paris, kentucky 40361 www.Mhsc.Com.