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Quadra-Fire QFP 30 Operation & Maintenance Manual

Manual is about: DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE

Summary of QFP 30

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    1445 north highway colville, wa 99114 save these instructions installation, venting, operation & maintenance manual qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace part #250-6120 03/21/01 ahpfireup.Com aladdinhearth.Com warning! If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly a fire or explosion m...

  • Page 2: Welcome

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 2 03/21/01 #250-6120 welcome congratulations! Aladdin hearth products welcomes you to our tradition of excellence! In choosing a quadra-fire appliance, you have our assurance of commitment to quality, durability, and performance. This commitment begins with our ...

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    Page 3 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace c u s to m e r n o te s customer notes dealership where purchased dealer phone additional information regarding the installation of your fireplace: model name quadra fire qfp30 serial number date purchased after completing...

  • Page 4: Contents

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 4 03/21/01 #250-6120 contents contents safety & clearances: ratings plate.....................................................5 clearances & safety label................................6 clearances........................................................7 safety ...

  • Page 5: Tin

    Page 5 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace ratings r a tin g s this information is located on metal hang tag to right side of fireplace control panel beneath firebox. Please note: the lp conversion kit is included with the fireplace. Tested and listed by beaverton ...

  • Page 6: Clearances & Safety Label

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 6 03/21/01 #250-6120 clearances & safety label clearances & safety label this information is also located on a metal hang tag to the right of fireplace this appliance uses a millivolt-type control system consisting of a gas control valve/regulator, a standing pi...

  • Page 7: Tib

    Page 7 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace clearances to combustibles c le a r a n c e s t o c o m b u s tib le s see also: floor to mantel height dimensions on page 14 and facing dimension requirements on page 15 maintain 1/2” clearance to combustibles on sides an...

  • Page 8: Safety No

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 8 03/21/01 #250-6120 main burner operation: a millivolt system controls the operation of this fireplace. The thermopile and thermocouple generate electricity when heated by the pilot flame. This electricity is used to operate the gas valve. Without enough electr...

  • Page 9: Tio

    Page 9 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace heating specifications natural gas propane btu input 21,000 - 30,000 23,000 - 30,000 btu output on “hi” 25,500 25,500 efficiency** (with fan) 85% 85% **efficiency rating is the thermal efficiency rating of the product dete...

  • Page 10: Prep

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 10 03/21/01 #250-6120 1. Remove door/glass by releasing four spring clips (2 upper and 2 lower). See pg. 32. 2. Remove logset, lava rock, embers and packaging materials from firebox. 3. Familiarize yourself with this manual. 4. Finalize your installation decisio...

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    Page 11 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace lp conversion instructions manufacturer’s conversion kit supplied with the fireplace is required for this procedure. Note: if converting this unit to propane, so do at this point of installation. Warning! The installation...

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    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 12 03/21/01 #250-6120 lp conversion, cont. Lp c o n v e r s io n 1. Remove glass frame by unlatching door in each corner. Fig. 1. 2. If installed, remove logs, embers, and lava rock. Retain these items. 3. Remove burner tray with phillips screwdriver. There are ...

  • Page 13: Tio

    Page 13 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace • the 1/2" clearance to combustibles stand-offs on the back and sides and 9" stand-offs on the top of the fireplace separate the fireplace from the framing members (see page 7, clearances to combustibles). The top stand-o...

  • Page 14

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 14 03/21/01 #250-6120 in s ta ll a ti o n hearth requirements mantel requirements no clearances to combustible flooring or hearth extension are required for installatoin of the qfp30, as referenced in the clearances to combustibles label on page 6 of this manual...

  • Page 15: Tio

    Page 15 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace in s ta ll a tio n fascia dimensions (fascia is available in gold, brushed nickel and black finishes. See parts & accessories on page 42 for part numbers.) acid wash alert ! An acid wash (muriatic acid) is commonly used t...

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    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 16 03/21/01 #250-6120 please note: in order to comply with applicable codes and product warranties, only simpson dura-vent venting components may be used. Do not use field-fabricated venting components. The quadra-fire qfp30 fireplace is approved to be vented ei...

  • Page 17: Tin

    Page 17 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace venting installation options & guidelines there are four types of direct vent system installations approved for use with the qfp 30. It is very important to maintain a balance between the combustion air intake and the flu...

  • Page 18: Venting

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 18 03/21/01 #250-6120 fig. 3 installation into a class a metal chimney (usa only) venting fig. 4 installation into a masonry chimney (usa only) how to use vent graph ex. 2 ex. 1 11" 2' 4' 6' 8' 10' 12' 14' 15' 30' 28' 26' 24' 22' 20' 18' 16' 14' 12' 10' 8' 6' 4'...

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    Page 19 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace horizontal termination requirements v e n tin g a. .........*12” (30cm) minimum: clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony. B. .........*12” (30cm) minimum: clearance to window or door that may be opened. C....

  • Page 20: Venting

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 20 03/21/01 #250-6120 step 1. Determine the desired location of the fireplace. Check to ensure that wall studs or roof rafters are not in the way when the venting system is attached. If this is the case, you may want to adjust the location of the stove. Step 2. ...

  • Page 21: Tin

    Page 21 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace v e n tin g horizontal installation (cont.) step 4. Position the horizontal vent termination in the center of the 10" (254mm) square hole, run a bead of non-hardening mastic around its outside edges, so as to make a seal ...

  • Page 22: Venting

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 22 03/21/01 #250-6120 using gs series pipe step 1. Check the installation instructions for required 1" clearances (air space) to combustibles when passing through ceilings, walls, roofs, enclosures, attic rafters, or other nearby combustible surfaces. See page 2...

  • Page 23: Tin

    Page 23 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace v e n tin g vertical installation instructions step 7. Continue to assemble pipe sections until the height of the vent cap (h) (figure 15) meets the minimum code requirements described in code requirements as outlined in ...

  • Page 24: Venting

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 24 03/21/01 #250-6120 step 4. Assemble the desired lengths of gs pipe and elbows necessary to reach from the stove up through the round support box. Ensure that all pipe and elbow connections are in their fully twist-locked position. Be sure to seal the outer pi...

  • Page 25: Tin

    Page 25 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace cathedral ceiling installation step 1. Follow installation steps 1 and 2 under vertical termination section. Step 2. Using a plumb-bob, mark the centerline of the venting system on the ceiling, and drill a small hole thro...

  • Page 26: Venting

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 26 03/21/01 #250-6120 installation into a class a metal chimney (usa only) note: have the existing installation inspected by a qualified chimney sweep or professional installer prior to converting to direct vent. The existing chimney system must be in serviceabl...

  • Page 27: Tin

    Page 27 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace installation into an existing masonry chimney (usa only) step 1. Before cutting any holes, assemble the desired sections of direct vent pipe to determine the center of the masonry penetration. Step 2. Once the center poin...

  • Page 28: Venting

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 28 03/21/01 #250-6120 step 8. Secure the top adapter to the flashing. Use three sheet metal screws through the side of the top adapter into the flange on the flashing (figure 25). Twist lock the high wind termination cap (sdv #991) on to the top adapter. Step 9....

  • Page 29

    Page 29 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace • the gas line must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any; if not, follow ansi 223.1 and the requirements listed below. Ensure that a 1 1/4" allowance from base of unit is made for hard pipe installation...

  • Page 30: Brick,

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 30 03/21/01 #250-6120 note: installation of the brick set should be made prior to the logset, lava rock and mineral wool installation. 1. Remove glass door by releasing the 4 spring latches, 2 at the top of door and 2 at bottom. Remove mounting screws and clips ...

  • Page 31: T I

    Page 31 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace log installation 1. Install bottom left log by setting log on front pin and rotating log to the left until it just touches back brick panel, see log 1. 2. Install front left log by bending up tap on middle front of burner...

  • Page 32: Glass & F

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 32 03/21/01 #250-6120 installing glass use only part #842-3821, replacement glass, available from your dealer to replace glass in the qfp 30 fireplace. To install the glass assembly, lift and set the bottom extensions onto the bottom alignment slots located at t...

  • Page 33: T /

    Page 33 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace leak test 1. Turn on gas to the fireplace. 2. Turn on gas at the manual shutoff valve. 3. Leak test all gas joints prior to starting the appliance. 4. Familiarize yourself with the control panel components, see page 36. 5...

  • Page 34: Lighting Instr

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 34 03/21/01 #250-6120 lighting instructions lighting instr uctions a. This appliance has a pilot that must be lit manually. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. B. Before lighting, smell around the appliance areas for gas. Be sure to smell...

  • Page 35: Tin

    Page 35 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace shutter adjustment the shutter is pre-set to the open position at factory, so adjustment may not be necessary. Light stove and allow to burn for 20 minutes to allow logs to cure. While logs are curing you may notice a bri...

  • Page 36: Opera

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 36 03/21/01 #250-6120 high altitude operation in canada, this unit is approved from 0 to 4500 feet above sea level. Installation of this stove at altitudes above 4500 feet is subject to field test of the individual installation and approval by the local authorit...

  • Page 37

    Page 37 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace maintenance general installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person. The appliance and its venting system should be inspected before use and at least annually by a qualified agency. More frequent clea...

  • Page 38: Glass & Blo

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 38 03/21/01 #250-6120 glass replacement replace glass with part #842-3820 only, available from your dealer. 1. Turn valve to “off” position to prevent start-up of unit while door is removed. 2. Prepare a flat area to lay the door on by covering the surface with ...

  • Page 39: Tin

    Page 39 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace tr o u b le s h o o tin g troubleshooting pilot won’t light • is a gas shut-off valve turned on? • is the valve control knob turned to “pilot” (see lighting instructions, #7, pg. 34). • is the valve control knob pushed in...

  • Page 40: Electrical Schema

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 40 03/21/01 #250-6120 electrical schema tic electrical schematic pilot assembly copper th e r m o p il e g a s p il o t ig n it o r thermocoupl e black = b white = w red = r fan assembly junction box b w w w convection air temp switch valve burner on/off switch ...

  • Page 41

    Page 41 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace w a r r a n ty lifetime warranty the aladdin hearth products limited lifetime warranty guarantees that the following components will work as designed for the lifetime of the stove or aladdin hearth products will repair or...

  • Page 42: Par

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 42 03/21/01 #250-6120 parts & accessories par ts & a ccessories 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 log identification #’s description...........Replacement part # valve (ng)...............................842-0240 pan burner ..............................842-4760 glass .................

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    Page 43 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace exploded view e x p lo d e d v ie w.

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    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 44 03/21/01 #250-6120 2 duct kits floor register wall register ceiling register a ir d u c t k it in s ta ll a ti o n air duct kit installation instructions part #htz-2000 fig. 1 approvals the htz-2000 air duct kit is approved to use on heatilator maxus gas fire...

  • Page 45: T K

    Page 45 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace a ir d u c t k it in s ta ll a tio n minimum duct run = 31-in. (787mm) top of fireplace to room above. Installation 1. Remove the cover plate from the side of the fireplace and discard it. 2. Center the duct collar around...

  • Page 46

    Qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace page 46 03/21/01 #250-6120 5. Install the air duct run. Note: the air duct has a zero clearance to combustible construction. Round air duct: attach the 6” round air duct (supplied in the kit) to the fireplace collar with sheet metal screws and run the duct to the fan...

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    Page 47 03/21/01 #250-6120 03/21/01 #250-6120 qfp 30 direct vent gas fireplace this page left blank intentionally.

  • Page 48: Attention Installer:

    Attention installer: please return these operating & installation instructions to the consumer..