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Quadra-Fire QVI-35FB-S Owner's Manual

Manual is about: Installation and Operation

Summary of QVI-35FB-S

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 1 model: qvi-35fb-s • do not store or use gasoline or other fl am- 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 n...

  • Page 2

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 2 listing label information/location model name: ___________________________________________ date purchased/installed: __________________ serial number: __________________________________________ location on fi replace: _____________________ dealers...

  • Page 3

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 3 safety alert key: • danger! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury. • warning! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury. • caution! Indicate...

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 4 b. Limited lifetime warranty hearth & home technologies limited warranty hearth & home technologies (“hht”) and its respective brands extends the following warranty for hht gas, wood, pellet and electric appliances purchased from an authorized hht...

  • Page 5

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 5 b. Limited lifetime warranty (continued) • this limited warranty does not extend to or include surface fi nish on the appliance or terminations, door gasketing, glass gasketing, glass discoloration, fi rebrick, pellet logs, kaowool or other cerami...

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 6 b. Btu specifi cations models: qvi-35b-s laboratory: underwriters laboratories, inc. (ul) type: vented gas appliance heater standard: ansi z21.88b-2008/csa 2.33b-2008 this product is listed to ansi standards for “vented gas appliance heaters” and ...

  • Page 7: User Guide

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 7 2 2 operating instructions figure 2.1 general operating parts b. Your fireplace warning! Do not operate fi replace before read- ing and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate fi replace according to operating instructions could c...

  • Page 8

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 8 c. Clear space warning! Do not place combustible objects in front of the fi replace or block louvers.High temperatures may start a fi re. See figure 2.2. Avoid placing candles and other heat-sensitive objects on mantel or hearth. Heat may damage t...

  • Page 9: Lighting

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 9 h. Standing pilot ignition 1. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if ser- vice is to be performed. 2. Open control access panel. 3. Move switch to “off” position. 4. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clock- wise to off”. Do not f...

  • Page 10

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 10 initial break-in procedure • the appliance should be run three to four hours continuously on high. • turn the appliance off and allow it to completely cool. • remove fi xed glass assembly. See section 14.G. • clean fi xed glass assembly. See sect...

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 11 glass cleaning frequency: seasonally by: homeowner tools needed: protective gloves, glass cleaner, drop cloth and a stable work surface. Caution! Handle fi xed glass assembly with care. Glass is breakable. • avoid striking, scratching or slamming...

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 12 b. Maintenance tasks-service technician thefollowing tasks must be performed by a qualifi ed technician. Gasket seal and glass assembly inspection frequency: annually by: service technician tools needed: protective gloves, drop cloth and a stable...

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 13 figure 3.1 standing pilot flame patterns.

  • Page 14: Installer Guide

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 14 a. Typical appliance system notice: illustrations and photos refl ect typical installations and are for design purposes only. Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale. Actual product may vary from pictures in manual vertical termination cap ...

  • Page 15

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 15 vertical termination cap (section 8f ) vent pipe (section 8) mantel and mantel leg (sections 5 & 11) surround hearth extension gas line (section 9) access through existing masonry or woodburning fireplace figure 4.2 typical system-vent pipe.

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 16 b. Design and installation considerations quadra-fire gas inserts are designed for installations into solid fuel masonry or factory built fi replaces that have been installed in accordance with the national, provin- cial, state and local building...

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 17 5 5 fireplace size requirements a. Minimum fireplace opening minimum fi replace opening requirements are shown in figure 5.1. Warning! Risk of fire or burns! Provide adequate clearance around air openings and for service access. Due to high tempe...

  • Page 18

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 18 b. Mantel and wall projections warning! Risk of fire! Comply with all minimum clear- ances to combustibles as specifi ed. Framing or fi nishing material closer than the minimums listed must be construct- ed entirely of noncombustible materials (i...

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 19 a. Vent termination minimum clearances roof pitch h (min.) ft. Flat to 6/12...........................................................1.0* over 6/12 to 7/12 .................................................1.25* over 7/12 to 8/12 ...................

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 20 7 7 installation preparation prepare the existing solid fuel masonry or factory built non-combustible fi rebox for installation. A. Inspection and cleaning prior to installing the gas insert: • have the chimney and adjacent structure inspected an...

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 21 b. Venting components caution! Risk of cuts/abrasions/flying debris. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during instal- lation. Sheet metal edges are sharp. The vertical vent termination system installed on this model includes: • one 3-foot...

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 22 figure 8.2 cut and bend flashing as needed to fit chimney sealant adhesive • trim chimney top plate to minimize excess overhang or bend over fl ue tile (see figure 8.2). • place 3/8 inch bead of 300º f silicone on fl ue tile top. D. Placing, secu...

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 23 f. Installing adaptor and termination cap for installation of termination cap see minimum vent heights for various pitched roofs (see figure 8.5) . To install adaptor see figure 8.6. Roof pitch h (min.) ft. Flat to 6/12....................1.0* ov...

  • Page 24

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 24 a. Fuel conversion • make sure the appliance is compatible with available gas types. • conversions must be made by a qualifi ed technician (nfi certifi ed or factory-trained) using hearth & home technologies specifi ed and approved parts. B. Gas ...

  • Page 25

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 25 on off on/off switch remote switch pigtail optional wall switch, thermostat or remote standing pilot wht red valve b. Standing pilot ignition system wiring • the standing pilot ignition system wiring does not require a 110 vac supply to operate. ...

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 26 c. Junction box installation figure 10.3 junction box installation junction box sidewall feed plug through hole insert strain relief around cord in this end from outside of unit screw provided optional accessories connecting the electrical juncti...

  • Page 27

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 27 figure 10.5 fan wiring diagram note: if any of the original wire as supplied with the appliance must be replaced, it must be replaced with type 105 0 c rated wire. Junction box variable speed control temperature sensor switch wht grn blk blk 110-...

  • Page 28

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 28 a. Mantel and wall projections warning! Risk of fire! Comply with all minimum clear- ances to combustibles as specifi ed. Framing or fi nishing material closer than the minimums listed must be construct- ed entirely of noncombustible materials (i...

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 29 a. Remove glass assembly see section 12.G. B. Remove the shipping materials remove shipping materials from inside or underneath the fi rebox. C. Clean the appliance clean/vacuum any sawdust that may have accumulated inside the fi rebox or underne...

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 30 f. Install the log assembly log set assembly: logs-cfxgb for models: fb-grand-s, qvi35fb-s this model uses locating tabs to positively locate the logs with respect to the grate assembly. Log number 1 (srv768-701): place log #1 onto the grate. Pus...

  • Page 31

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 31 log number 3 (srv768-705): position log #3 onto grate such that tab d fi ts into slot on bottom surface of log. Push down until log is sitting fl at on grate. Log number 2 (srv768-704): position log #2 onto grate such that tab c fi ts into the sl...

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 32 log number 4 (srv582-705): place log #4 across both fl at spots on log #1 and log #3, with the “y” in log #4 placed on log #1. The back of log #4 should make contact with the back of the fi rebox. 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 1 4 4.

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 33 h. Air shutter setting air shutter settings should be adjusted by a qualifi ed in- staller at the time of installation. The air shutter is set at the factory for minimum vertical vent run. Adjust air shut- ter for longer vertical runs. Notice: if...

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 34 a. Standing pilot ignition system 13 13 troubleshooting with proper installation, operation, and maintenance your gas appliance will provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, this troubleshooting guide will assist a q...

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    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 35 troubleshooting (continued) symptom possible cause corrective action 3. (continued) c. Defective valve. Turn the valve knob to the on position. Place the on/off switch in the on position. Check the millivolt meter a the thermopile terminals. The ...

  • Page 36

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 36 d f e h g electrical access (if equipped) gas inlet c a b 2-1/16 in. 52 mm 1-9/16 in. 40 mm 3-9/16 in. 91 mm 1-1/16 in. 28 mm 2-1/2 in. 64 mm 4 in. 102 mm 13-3/4 in. 350 mm 3-1/8 in. 80 mm 6-5/8 in. 169 mm two ø 2-13/16 in. 71 mm 9-9/16 in. 142 m...

  • Page 37

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 37 b. Vent kits components direct vent flex liner kits (see figure 15.2) link-dv-30b or (link-dv-30): masonry 3 inch fl ex liner kit. Expands to 30 feet. Includes: two liners, termination cap, fl ashing, and link adapter. Link-dv4-30b or (link-dv4-3...

  • Page 38: Qvi-35Fb-S

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 38 c. Service parts qvi-35fb-s beginning manufacturing date: dec. 2008 ending manufacturing date: ______ service parts diagram part number list on following page. Log set assembly 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4 3 1 2.

  • Page 39

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 39 c. Service parts list qvi-35fb-s important: this is dated information. When requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorize...

  • Page 40: Qvi-35Fb-S

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 40 service parts qvi-35fb-s beginning manufacturing date: dec. 2008 ending manufacturing date: ______ valve assembly diagram/ parts list 11 12 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 7 6 5 important: this is dated information. When requesting service or replacement parts fo...

  • Page 41

    Quadra-fire • qvi-35fb-s • 2178-900 rev. B • 12/08 41 quadra-fire, a brand of hearth & home technologies inc. 7571 215 th street west, lakeville, mn 55044 www.Quadrafi re.Com d. Contact information please contact your quadra-fire dealer with any questions or concerns. For the location of your neares...