Quadra-Fire QV32-A Installer's Manual

Summary of QV32-A

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    1 - do not store or use gasoline or other flam- mable 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 building. • immediately call your gas suppl...

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    2 these units must use one of the vent systems described in the installing the fireplace section of the installers guide. No other vent systems or components may be used. This gas fireplace and vent assembly must be vented directly to the outside and must never be attached to a chimney serving a sep...

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    3 table of contents safety and warning information .......................................................... 2 service parts lists .................................................................................. 4 section 1: approvals and codes .......................................................

  • Page 4: Approvals and

    8 approvals and codes note: these models are ul listed to ul307b, the standard for gas-burning heating appli- ances for manufactured homes and recre- ational vehicles. Installation codes the fireplace installation must conform to local codes. Before installing the fireplace, consult the local buildi...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    9 getting started introducing the village collection gas fireplaces the village collection direct vent gas fireplaces are designed to operate with all combustion air siphoned from outside of the building and all exhaust gases expelled to the outside. The information contained in this installers guid...

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    10 figure 1. Diagram of the qv36-a top standoffs gas controls electrical access gas access rating plate/ labels 5 3/8 (138mm) gas line access 2 1/4 (56mm) 37 3/4 (960mm) 36 (913mm) 41 (1040mm) 22 (560mm) 34 1/2 (876mm) 3 1/2 (90mm) 8 (203mm) 26 7/8 (683mm) 8 5/8 (219mm) vent collars diameter electri...

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    11 figure 2. Diagram of the qv-32-a 8 (203mm) 23 3/8 (594mm) 8 5/8 (219mm) vent collars diameter electrical access 3 1/2 (90mm) 36 (913mm) 31 (788mm) 18 3/8 (468mm) 31 (786mm) 32 1/2 (826mm) 5 3/8 (138mm) gas line access 2 1/4 (56mm) 8 3/4 (222mm) 16 1/4 (413mm) 6 5/8 (168mm) vent collars diameter 1...

  • Page 8: Installing The Fireplace

    12 installing the fireplace step 1. Locating the fireplace the following diagram shows space and clearance require- ments for locating a fireplace within a room. Minimum clearances from the fireplace to combustible materials inches mm glass front ...................................... 36 ........ 91...

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    13 figure 5. Framing dimensions framing should be constructed of 2 x 4 lumber or heavier. Warning: to ensure proper clearances the front framing header must be installed on its narrow edge and to the front of the frame. The framing headers may rest on the fireplace stand-offs. Vent framing hole e d ...

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    14 note: pipes overlap 1-3/8 inches (34.93mm) at each joint. Figure 6. D-series direct vent component specifications (5-inch inner pipe / 8 5/8-inch outer pipe) dv-36d 5 3/4” (146mm) 8 3/4” (222mm) 11 3/4” (298mm) dv-48d 7 3/8” (187mm) 6 5/32” (156mm) 11 5/8” (295mm) 8 5/8” (220mm) 8 1/2” (216mm) 6 ...

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    15 note: pipes overlap 1-3/8 inches (34.93mm) at each joint. Figure 7. Sl d-series direct vent component specifications (4-inch inner pipe / 6 5/8-inch outer pipe) 120” (3048mm) 24” (610mm) 36” (914mm) 60” (1524mm) 9 1/4 6 5/8 6 1/2 6 3/8 6 1/2 9 5/8 9 5/8 6 5/8 6 3/8 8 3/4 sl-09d 12-17 sl-12/17d (s...

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    16 ! Figure 8. Vent system components and termination kits step 3. Installing the vent system a. Vent system approvals these models have vent starting collars on both the top and the back of the unit. Depending upon the installation, decide which one set of starting collars will be used to attach th...

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    17 straight up vertical venting v (ft.) 45' max. (13.7m) figure 10. Straight up vertical venting use sl d-series components only. Note: for vertical venting over 20 feet a restrictor plate is recommended for improved flame appearance. Straight out horizontal venting h max. Run 36" (914 mm) use d-ser...

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    18 v h 1' min. (305mm) 2' max. (610mm) 2' min. (610mm) 4' max. (1.22m) 3' min. (914mm) 6' max. (1.86m) 4' min. (1.22m) 8' max. (2.4m) v+h=40' max. (12.4m) h = 8' max. (2.4m) figure 12. Venting with one 90° elbow use d-series components only. V h figure 13. Venting with one 90° elbow v (min.) 90 o el...

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    19 v h h + h 1 1' min. (305 mm) 2' max. (610 mm) 4' max. (1.22m) 2' min. (610 mm) 4' max. (1.22 m) 8' max. (2.4m) 3' min. (914 mm) 6' max. (1.86 m) 12' max. (3.6m) 4' min. (1.22 m) 8' max. (2.48 m) 16' max. (4.8m) v+h+h 1 = 40' max. (12.4 m) h = 8' max. (2.48 m) h+h 1 = 16' max. (4.8m) figure 14. Ve...

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    20 figure 15. Venting with two 90° elbows use sl d-series components only. Venting with two (2) 90 o elbows natural gas h + h 1 max. = 16 ft (4.8m) v + h + h 1 max. = 40 ft (12.2m) h + h 1 (max.) 2 ft (610mm) 3 ft (914mm) 4 ft (1.22m) 6 ft (1.86m) 8 ft (2.48m) 16 ft (4.8m) venting with two (2) 90 o ...

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    21 figure 16. Venting with two 90° elbows use sl d-series components only. Venting with two (2) 90 o elbows natural gas h max. = 16 ft (4.8m) v + v 1 + h max. = 40 ft (12.2m) h (max.) 2 ft (610mm) 3 ft (914mm) 4 ft (1.22m) 6 ft (1.86m) 8 ft (2.48m) 16 ft (4.8m) venting with two (2) 90 o elbows propa...

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    22 figure 17. Venting with three 90° elbows 1' min. (305 mm) 2' max. (610mm) 4' max. (1.22m) 2' min. (610 mm) 4' max. (1.22m) 8' max. (2.48m) 3' min. (914 mm) 6' max. (1.86m) 12' max. (3.72m) 4' min. (1.22 m) 8' max. (2.48m) 16' max. (4.8m) v 1 +v+h+h 1 = 40' max. (12.4m) h = 8' max. (2.48m) h+h 1 =...

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    23 figure 18. Venting with three 90° elbows use sl d-series components only. Venting with three (3) 90 o elbows natural gas venting with three (3) 90 o elbows propane v + h + v 1 + h 1 max. = 40 ft (12.2m) v + h + v 1 + h 1 max. = 40 ft (12.2m) v (min.) h (max.) h + h 1 (max.) 90 o elbow on top 2 ft...

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    24 use sl d-series components only. Venting with three (3) 90 o elbows natural gas h + h 1 max. = 16 ft (4.8m) v + v 1 + h + h 1 max. = 40 ft (12.2m) model qv36-a h + h 1 (max.) 2 ft (610mm) 3 ft (914mm) 4 ft (1.22m) 6 ft (1.86m) 8 ft (2.48m) 16 ft (4.8m) venting with three (3) 90 o elbows propane h...

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    25 figure 20. Venting with four 90° elbows venting with four (4) 90° elbows natural and propane gas v (min.) h (max.) 2' (609mm) 5' (1.52m) v 1 (min.) h 1 (max.) v 2 (min.) 5' (1.52m) 5' (1.52m) 4.5' (1.37m) v + v 1 + v 2 + h + h 1 max. = 40' (12.2m) v h v 2 v 1 h 1 note: there must be a 25% reducti...

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    26 ! Starting collar stove sealant bead 1 inch (25.4mm) first vent component if the installation is for a termination cap attached directly to the fireplace, skip to the sections, install firestops and vent termination. 3/8” (9.5mm) venting out the rear vent (see figure 21) remove the installed rear...

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    27 for vertical runs - the vent system must be supported every eight (8) feet (2.4m) above the fireplace flue outlet by wall brackets. To install support brackets for vertical runs: • attach wall brackets to the vent pipe and secure the wall bracket to the framing members with nails or screws. • pos...

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    28 for vertical runs - one ceiling firestop is required at the hole in each ceiling through which the vent passes. To install firestops for vertical runs that pass through ceilings: • position a plumb bob directly over the center of the verti- cal vent component. • mark the ceiling to establish the ...

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    29 ! C. Vent termination for horizontal terminations - to attach and secure the termination to the last section of horizontal vent: • rotate and interlock the ends as described at the begin- ning of the installing vent components section. • the termination kit should pass through the wall firestops ...

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    30 ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ v = vent term...

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    31 for vertical terminations - to locate the vent and install the vent sections: • locate and mark the vent centerpoint on the underside of the roof, and drive a nail through the centerpoint. • make the outline of the roof hole around the centerpoint nail. • the size of the roof hole framing dimensi...

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    32 step 4. Positioning, leveling, and securing the fireplace • place the fireplace into position. • level the fireplace from side to side and from front to back. • shim the fireplace with non-combustible material, such as sheet metal, as necessary. • secure the fireplace to the framing using nails o...

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    33 figure 35. Gas supply line • insert insulation from the outside of the fireplace and pack the insulation tightly to totally seal between the pipe and the outer casing. • at the gas line access hole the gap between the supply piping and gas access hole can be plugged with non- combustible insulati...

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    34 step 8. Wiring the fireplace note: electrical wiring must be installed by a licensed electrician. Caution: disconnect remote controls if ab- sent for extended time periods. This will pre- vent accidental fireplace operation. For standing pilot ignition wiring appliance requirements • this applian...

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    35 step 9. Finishing figure 38 shows the minimum vertical and corresponding maximum horizontal dimensions of fireplace mantels or other combustible projections above the top front edge of the fireplace. See figures 3 and 4 for other fireplace clearances. Only non-combustible materials may be used to...

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    36 installing the trim combustible materials may be brought up to the specified clearances on the side and top front edges of the fireplace, but must never overlap onto the front face. The joints between the finished wall and the fireplace top and sides can only be sealed with a 300° f. (149° c) min...

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    37 step 11. Before lighting the fireplace before lighting the fireplace, be sure to do the following: remove all paperwork from underneath the fireplace. Review safety warnings and cautions • read the safety and warning information section at the beginning of this installers guide. Double-check for ...

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    38 step 12. Lighting the appliance standing pilot ignition a. This appliance (standing pilot version) has a pilot that must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. B. Before lighting smell all around the appli- ance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the f...

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    39 maintaining and servicing your fireplace fireplace maintenance although the frequency of your fireplace servicing and main- tenance will depend on use and the type of installation, you should have a qualified service technician perform an appli- ance check-up at the beginning of each heating seas...

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    40 troubleshooting with proper installation, operation, and maintenance your gas fireplace will provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, this troubleshooting guide will assist a qualified service person in the diagnosis of a problem and the corrective action to be taken...

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    41 symptom possible cause corrective action 3. (continued) f. High limit switch is defective or has reached its maximum temperature. Allow the unit to cool. If the burner remains lit after the fireplace warms up, the switch is good. 4. Frequent pilot outage problem. A. Pilot flame may be too high or...

  • Page 38: Lifetime Warranty

    42 the aladdin hearth products limited lifetime warranty guarantees that the following components will work as de- signed for the lifetime of the stove or aladdin hearth products will repair or replace them. These items include, but are not limited to, steel and cast iron components, all gas burners...