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Napoleon GVF36N Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Summary of GVF36N

  • Page 1

    1 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 safety information - do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. - what to do if you smell gas: • do not try to light any appliance. • do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your b...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    2 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 note: changes, other than editorial, are denoted by a vertical line in the margin table of contents 1.0 installation overview hood, see “hood” section. Louvres, see “l36 louvre installation” section. Curtain mesh, see “grate and log placement” section. Logs, see “grate and...

  • Page 3: 2.0 Introduction

    3 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 2.0 introduction 3.4b ! Warning • this appliance is hot when operated and can cause severe burns if contacted. • any changes to this appliance or its controls can be dangerous and is prohibited. • under no circumstances should this appliance be modifi ed. • do not operate ...

  • Page 4: Warning

    4 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 35 1 / 2 " 33 " 3 " 5 1 / 2 " gas inlet electrical inlet left side 27" 13 1 / 4 " 37 3 / 8 " 12 1 / 4 " rating plate location 2.1 dimensions this gas appliance should be installed and serviced by a qualifi ed installer to conform with local codes. Installation practices va...

  • Page 5

    5 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 4.2c in absence of local codes, install the appliance to the current national fuel gas code, ansi z223.1 installation code which can be obtained from: american national standards institute inc. Or national fire protection association inc. 1430 broadway batterymarch park ne...

  • Page 6: Sample

    6 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 when the appliance is installed at elevations above 2,000ft, and in the absence of specifi c recommendations from the local authority having jurisdiction, the certifi ed high altitude input rating shall be reduced at the rate of 4% for each additional 1,000ft. This applian...

  • Page 7: 3.0 Installation

    7 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 the gvf36 is rated at 30,000 btus per hour and therefore requires a minimum unconfi ned space of 1,500 cubic feet. 17.1a this appliance shall not be installed in a confi ned space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ve...

  • Page 8

    8 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 19.2 example 1: in this example, because there is no door to the adjoining room, the volume of the adjoining room may be added to the volume of the room with the heater to get a total unconfi ned space. The total unconfi ned space: 800 + 1200 = 2000 cubic feet. Maximum btu...

  • Page 9: Warning

    9 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 3.3 gas installation 30.1a installation and servicing to be done by a qualifi ed installer. A. Move the appliance into position and secure. B. If equipped with a fl ex connector the appliance is designed to accept a 1/2” gas supply. Without the connector it is designed to ...

  • Page 10: Warning

    10 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 ! Warning risk of fire! In order to avoid the possibility of exposed insulation or vapour barrier coming in contact with the appliance body, it is recommended that the walls of the appliance enclosure be “finished” (ie: drywall / sheetrock), as you would finish any other ...

  • Page 11

    11 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 it is best to frame your appliance after it is positioned. Use 2x4’s and frame to local building codes. 5 1 / 2 ” 13 1 / 2 ” 3” 37 3 / 4 ” 35 3 / 4 ” 13 1 / 2 " 37 7 / 8 " outside chase 13 1 / 2 " inside chase 2 " 4 " 4 " 6 " 2 " protrusion side wall 37 3 / 4 " 52" 36 3 /...

  • Page 12: Warning

    12 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 4.2 minimum clearances to combustible enclosures combustible mantel clearance can vary according to the mantel depth. Use the graph to help evaluate the clearance needed. The appliance requires a minimum enclosure height of 39”. For temperature requirements, the enclosure...

  • Page 13: Warning

    13 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 4.4 nailing tab installation to install the appliance face fl ush with the fi nished wall, position the framework to accommodate the thickness of the fi nished wall. Bend out the four nailing tabs, attached on either side of the appliance and secure to the 2x4 framing. Th...

  • Page 14: Warning

    14 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 replacement loose material must be purchased from the original manufacturer. Application of excess loose material may adversely affect the performance of the appliance. Log colours may vary. During the initial use of the appliance, the colours will become more uniform as ...

  • Page 15: Warning

    15 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 5.2 charcoal embers 32.1 randomly place the charcoal embers along the front and sides of the log support tray in a realistic manner. Fine dust found in the bottom of the bag should not be used. Note: charcoal embers are not to be placed on the burner. 5.3 glowing embers t...

  • Page 16: Warning

    16 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 ! Warning risk of fire and electrical shock. Turn off the gas and electrical power before servicing this appliance. Use only wolf steel approved optional accessories and replacement parts with this appliance. Using non-listed accessories (blowers, doors, louvres, trims, g...

  • Page 17

    17 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 installation to be done by a qualified installer and must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the current csa c22.1 canadian electrical code in canada or the ansi / nfpa 70 national electrical code in t...

  • Page 18: 7.0 Operation

    18 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 7.0 operation for your safety read before lighting: Ɣ this appliance is equipped with a pilot which must be lit by hand while following these instructions exactly. Ɣ before operating smell all around the appliance area for gas and next to the floor because some gas is hea...

  • Page 19: 8.0 Adjustment

    19 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 this appliance has an air shutter that has been factory set open according to the chart below: regardless of venturi orientation, closing the air shutter will cause a more yellow flame, but can lead to carboning. Opening the air shutter will cause a more blue flame, but c...

  • Page 20: 9.0 Maintenance

    20 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 this procedure must be performed by a qualified service person! Inspect the pilot for any visible contamination or debris (usually lint, pet hair, spider webs, carpet fibre, etc.) and remove. Disconnect the pilot from the pilot tubing line, using a 7/16” wrench. Blow out ...

  • Page 21: 10.0 Replacements

    21 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 10.0 replacements contact your dealer or the factory for questions concerning prices and policies on replacement parts. Normally all parts can be ordered through your authorized dealer / distributor. For warranty replacement parts, a photocopy of the original invoice will...

  • Page 22

    22 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 27 1 23 10 4 11 28 2 16 17 14 12 13 7 7 35 34 36 28 l36k louvre kit, black 28 l36pb louvre kit, polished brass 28 l36ab louvre kit, antique brass 28 l3ss louvre kit, stainless steel 29* gd36b-kt bay front 30* gdblk bay louvre kit, upper and lower - black 30* gdblss bay lo...

  • Page 23: Warning

    23 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 11.0 trouble shooting guide symptom problem test solution main burner goes out; pilot stays on. Pilot fl ame is not large enough or not engulfi ng the thermopile. - ensure adequate supply pressure. - replace pilot assembly. Thermopile shorting / loose connection. - clean ...

  • Page 24

    24 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 symptom problem test solution pilot burning; no gas to main burner; gas knob is on ‘hi’; wall switch / thermostat is on. Thermostat or switch is defective. - connect a jumper wire across the wall switch terminals; if main burner lights, replace switch / thermostat. Wall s...

  • Page 25

    25 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 symptom problem test solution flames are consistently too large or too small. Carboning occurs. Unit is over-fi red or under- fi red. - check pressure readings: - inlet pressure can be checked by turning screw (a) counter-clockwise 2 or 3 turns and then placing pressure g...

  • Page 26: 12.0 Warranty

    26 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 napoleon® warrants its products against manufacturing defects to the original purchaser only. Registering your warranty is not necessary. Simply provide your proof of purchase along with the model and serial number to make a warranty claim. Napoleon® reserves the right to...

  • Page 27: 13.0 Service

    27 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 13.0 service history 43.1.

  • Page 28: 14.0 Notes

    28 w415-0297 / p / 02.03.12 44.1 14.0 notes.