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Valor 1500JN Installation & Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1

    L1 s eries dv zc gas fireplace 1500jn (ng) & 1500jp (lpg) installation & owner’s manual 4005426-02 ©2016, miles industries ltd. This manual contains instructions to install the engine only. A front or trim kit is required to install the engine. A barrier screen is provided with the front or trim kit...

  • Page 2

    Massachusetts: the piping and fi nal gas connection must be performed by a licensed plumber or gas fi tter in the state of massachusetts. Also, see carbon monoxide detector requirements on page 18. 2 designed and manufactured by / for miles industries ltd. 190–2255 dollarton highway, north vancouver...

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    3 safety precautions ! Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperature and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the appliance. Toddlers, young children and others may be ...

  • Page 4: Safety And Your Fireplace

    4 safety and your fireplace please follow these important child safety precautions and recommendations, • parts of your valor fireplace become extremely hot while in operation. • the glass viewing window temperature can exceed 500 f at full capacity. Momentary contact with a hot glass surface can ca...

  • Page 5

    5 warning if fitted with optional ldk duct kit, do not cover or place items in front of outlet(s)! Owner’s information this manual and particularly the preceeding and following pages contain very important information regarding the safe operation of your fi replace as well as maintenance instruction...

  • Page 6

    6 warning do not touch the glass while it is hot! Let the fi replace cool fi rst before cleaning it. ! Spring loaded window levers operating your fireplace for the first time when operating your new fi replace for the fi rst time, some vapors may be released due to the burning of curing compounds us...

  • Page 7

    7 warning choking hazard! Ensure that the fi replace area is clear of fi rebed particles as these could be ingested by small children. Vacuum thoroughly around the fi replace area after cleaning. Window frame bottom railing clean the concrete trim by dusting down the surface regularly with a soft br...

  • Page 8

    8 warning do not attempt to change the batter- ies while the fireplace is still hot! Let the fi replace cool fi rst before touching it. Caution do not use a screwdriver or other metallic object to remove the batteries from the battery holder or the handset! This could cause a short circuit. Pilot fl...

  • Page 9

    9 warning do not attempt to touch the data card while the fireplace is still hot! Let the fi replace cool fi rst before touching it. Thermostatic remote control wall switch info card window the info card is located behind the front panel below the window. Disconnect connector wall switch remote cont...

  • Page 10

    10 on: parallel to pipe off: perpendicular to pipe as well, familiarize yourself with the gas shut-off valve location in your house. As indicated below, the gas is running when the handle is parallel with the pipe. The gas is off when the handle is perpendicular with the pipe. How to ensure your fir...

  • Page 11

    11 remote control operation when the pilot is off, it will take 2 minutes before it can be lit again. To turn on appliance to turn off appliance flame height adjustment • on the valve, turn man knob on the on, full counterclockwise position. • place on/off switch (if equipped) in i (on position). St...

  • Page 12

    12 remote control operation setting the time setting ºc/24-hour or ºf/12-hour clock modes of operation note: manual mode can also be reached by pressing either the (large fl ame) or the (small fl ame) buttons. • press and hold (small fl ame) button to decrease fl ame height or to set the appliance a...

  • Page 13

    13 remote control operation setting the on / off temperatures • briefl y press set button to scroll to temp (sun) mode. Hold the set button until the temp fl ashes. • press (large fl ame) button to increase the daytime set temperature. • press (small fl ame) button to decrease daytime set temperatur...

  • Page 14

    14 remote control operation setting program timers • you can program two periods of time between 12:00 am and 11:50 pm in each 24-hour cycle. • the programs p1 and p2 must be set in the following order during a 24-hour cycle: , , and . • the icon indicates the beginning of the period (on) and the ic...

  • Page 15

    15 remote control operation automatic turn down automatic shut off low battery indication handset / receiver match remote handset: the battery icon will show when the battery needs to be replaced. Replace with one 9 v alkaline battery. Battery holder: frequent ‘beeps’ for 3 seconds when the valve mo...

  • Page 16

    16 options wall switch operation to turn appliance on and off to adjust flame height • press on-off button once to light pilot. Press again to shut of pilot. • press and hold large fl ame button to gradually increase fl ame height. • press and hold small fl ame button to gradually decrease fl ame he...

  • Page 17

    17 lighting instructions for your safety, read before lighting warning: if you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand, remote control, or wall swit...

  • Page 18

    18 state of massachusetts carbon monoxide detector/vent terminal signage requirements for all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the commonwealth...

  • Page 19

    19 (d) manufacturer requirements - gas equipment venting system not provided. When the manufacturer of a product approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment does not provide the parts for venting the fl ue gases, but identifi es “special venting systems”, the following requirements s...

  • Page 20

    20 x ratings model n p gas natural propane altitude (ft.)* 0-4,500 feet* input maximum (btu/h) 30,000 28,000 input minimum (btu/h) 18,000 18,500 manifold pressure (in w.C.) 4.0” 9.5” minimum supply pressure (in w.C.) 5” 11” maximum supply pressure (in w.C.) 10” 14” main burner injector marking 850 3...

  • Page 21

    21 overview warning some materials or items, although safe, may discolor, shrink, warp, crack, peel, and so on because of the heat produced by the fi replace. Avoid placing candles, paintings, photos, and other items sensitive to heat around the fi replace. ! Warning hot wall surfaces! The wall dire...

  • Page 22

    22 1 8 ” (457 mm ) 1 5-1 /16 ” (383 mm)( ) 15-1/16” 15-1 mm)) (383 18-1/2” (469 mm) 19-7 /8 ” (505 mm ) m in. 44-1/2” ( 1130 mm ) to to p of c ement boar d m in. 43” ( 1092 mm ) to u n d er si d e o f he ad er electrical el t i l inlet point 1270rbk remote blower kit outlet (remove plate) ldk duct k...

  • Page 23

    23 bottom of unit 0 2” 4” 6” 8” 10” 12” face of 1/2” thick non-combustible cement board do not put furniture or objects within 36” (914 mm) of front of appliance mantel projection (from face of cement board) mantel height (from bottom of unit) fireplace opening ceiling 24” m in. T o c eiling 44” 42”...

  • Page 24

    24 39-11/16” fireplace opening wall min. 4” to wall or combustible mantel leg face of finished wall fireplace combustible sidewall / mantel leg—top view mantel & hearth clearances qualified installer.

  • Page 25

    25 20” 43” 46” 1/2” thick non-combustible cement board required above, on each side and below engine opening (not supplied) note: height of cavity may be affected by vent configuration - see page 26 between underside of header and bottom of firebox no hearth required. If using a hearth, see page 22....

  • Page 26: Partial Shelf, Top Outlet

    26 43” (1093 mm) t o underside of c ombustible ca vit y min. 1” (25.4 mm) clearance to combustibles around vertical vent pipe approx. 10-3/4” (274 mm) from back surface of wall finish to front surface of appliance case w/no vent offset 15-1/16” (383 mm) 14-1/2” (369 mm) 9-3/8” (238 mm) 19-1/4” (489 ...

  • Page 27: Partial Shelf, Top Outlet

    27 43” (1093 mm) t o underside of c ombustible ca vit y min. 1” (25.4 mm) clearance to combustibles around vertical vent pipe note - vent elbow in cavity requires 9” (229 mm) clearance above when less than 12” (305 mm) vertical pipe is used; otherwise elbow requires 3” (77 mm) top clearance. Approx....

  • Page 28: Full Shelf, Rear Outlet

    28 heat shield 20” (508 mm) from the font surface of the wall finish to the front surface of appliance case for venting clearances, see venting chart section 43” (1093 mm) t o underside of c ombustible ca vit y 14-1/2” (369 mm) 9-3/8” (238 mm) 19-1/4” (489 mm) fireplace opening full shelf, rear outl...

  • Page 29

    29 10” (254 mm) 10” (254 mm) align the vent center to the center of the frame venting top or rear outlet this unit is supplied with a top vent outlet which can be fi eld-converted to a rear vent outlet. See appliance preparation section for more information. Vent material this unit is approved for i...

  • Page 30

    30 horizontal termination 2-piece wall thimble pipe length horizontal termination 2-piece wall thimble pipe length pipe length pipe length pipe length 90˚ elbow ceiling firestop attic firestop attic insulation shield flashing storm collar vertical termination co-axial venting typical co-axial ventin...

  • Page 31

    31 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 vertical rise (ft) horizontal run (ft) 40 38 36 34 32 30 28 26 24 22 20 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 4 x 90º elbows maximum (or equivalent) position #5 example 1 no installation v2 v1 v3 h2 h1 max. 24” pipe if no vertical rise is used 45° elbow take-off supplied with unit 1”...

  • Page 32

    32 position #1 position #2 position #3 position #4 position #5 inside fi rebox—roof venting port restrictor the restrictor is located in the roof of the fi rebox hidden above the top liner panel. Adjust the restrictor before installation of the top liner panel. Should subsequent adjustment be requir...

  • Page 33

    33 horizontal vent termination location • the vent terminal must be located on an outside wall or through the roof. • this direct vent appliance is designed to operate when an undisturbed airfl ow hits the outside vent terminal from any direction. • the minimum clearances from this terminal that mus...

  • Page 34

    34 roof pitch minimum "h" (feet) flat to 7/12 1' over 7/12 to 8/12 1.5' over 8/12 to 9/12 2’ over 9/12 to 10/12 2.5’ over 10/12 to 11/12 3.25’ over 11/12 to 12/12 4’ over 12/12 to 14/12 5’ overhang should not extend beyond vent if within 48” of termination cap horizontal overhang vertical wall min. ...

  • Page 35

    35 8-5/8” 42” 32-3/8” 18” 3” intake 3” exhaust collar on the centerline flashing 2 x 3” liners 3” min. Bend radius co-linear adapter 2 x 3” liners 1156 co-linear adapter engine approved co-linear termination or approved co-linear adapter and approved co-axial termination co-linear installation into ...

  • Page 36

    36 only qualifi ed licensed or trained personnel should install this appliance. Fold fl at standoffs standoffs installed standoff installation unpack appliance beware of sharp edges! Wear gloves! 1. Remove the cardboard wrapping and the wood pallet from the appliance and discard. 2. Unpack any loose...

  • Page 37

    37 non- combustible m aterials onl y read instruc tions m atÉria ux inc ombustibles seulement consul tez le guide d ’inst alla tion fl ush front face of appliance mounting tabs (4) appliance fl ush to framing installation remove top outlet (6 screws) remove heat shield (3 screws) remove heat shield ...

  • Page 38

    38 1/2” (13mm) thick non-combustible cement board gypsum board up to perimeter of cement board min. 9-1/4” (235 mm) min. 44-1/2” (1130 mm) min. 20-1/2” (521 mm) 14-3/4” (375 mm) board flush with bottom of heater; add extra if overlapping framing. 40” (1016 mm) min. 48” (1219 mm) installation 1/4” (2...

  • Page 39

    39 section views window frame bottom railing remove window the window is held in place by a spring-loaded lever on each side. 1. To remove the window, locate the levers on each side of the window towards the top. Using your fi nger, pull the lever towards you and unhook it from the window frame brac...

  • Page 40

    40 installation install electrical wiring (for optional accessories) this section provides information to install the electric pre-wiring required for use with the 1595cfk circulat- ing fan kit and/or the 1565llk lighting kit. All wiring must be done by a qualifi ed electrician in accordance with lo...

  • Page 41

    41 x 3-3/4” (95 mm) gas line access hole 2-1/2” (64 mm) diam. 4” (102 mm) front of the appliance installation 5. Tighten cable clamp on outside of fi replace casing and secure and excess wire to framing. 6. Mount receptacle into electrical box. Set-up gas supply the gas supply inlet con- nection is ...

  • Page 42

    42 valve assembly manifold pressure adjustment behind plastic cap control valve receiver window flexible connector supplied with unit appliance front outer casing transparent for clarity manifold test pressure valve inlet pressure pressure testing pressure test the supply line for leaks. The applian...

  • Page 43

    43 top underside (fi re side) install liners the liners install in the manner outlined below with the exception of the 1525rgl—refl ective glass liners: see instructions supplied with the liners. Unpack the liner panels carefully. 1. Inside the fi rebox, on the top of each side, release the screw of...

  • Page 44

    44 installation install driftwood kit 1505dwk material required • black steel platform (supplied with appliance) • small container to distribute vermiculite (not included) • driftwood kit containing: ◊ 5 logs ◊ 6 pebbles ◊ 1 bag of vermiculite installation platform carefully unpack the kit. 1. Insta...

  • Page 45

    45 installation logs installed logs and rocks each log has pegs to help you locate them on the platform. Install the logs as shown below. 1. Place the rear log in the center of the fi rebox at the rear. Note: there are two holes for the left peg of this log. Place the log’s left peg in the front hol...

  • Page 46

    46 installation warning choking hazard! Ensure that the fi replace area is clear of vermiculite particles as these could be ingested by small children. Vacuum area after installation. 6. Some vermiculite may be added outside the burner on the platform if desired. 7. Place the rocks on the platform a...

  • Page 47

    47 installation warning choking hazard! Ensure that the fi replace area is clear of fi reglass particles as these could be ingested by small children. Vacuum area after installation. ! Installed glass plate 2. Install the glass plate on the platform, the textured side underneath and the smooth side ...

  • Page 48

    48 installation installed tray edge of tray fl ush with edge of fi rebox small round hole at rear left of fi rebox top bottom install decorative glass set 1500dgs material required • middle platform brackets (supplied with set) • small container to distribute fi reglass (not included) • decorative g...

  • Page 49

    49 warning choking hazard! Ensure that the fi replace area is clear of fi reglass particles as these could be ingested by small children. Vacuum area after installation. ! Pilot shield pilot shield fireglass installed—top view 7. Carefully spread the fi reglass in the tray and on the burner. Do not ...

  • Page 50

    50 installation install rocks & shale set 1514rss material required • black steel platform (supplied with appliance) • small container to distribute shale (not supplied) • rock & shale set, which contains: ◊ 1/2lb-bag of 3/4” grey shale ◊ 1/2lb-bag of 3/4” black shale ◊ 5 twigs ◊ 29 rocks installati...

  • Page 51

    51 2. Mix the black and grey shale pieces and spread them in one layer thick on top of the burner around the three rocks. Do not overfi ll! 3. Install the rocks around the shale bed according to the image shown below. Note: some of the rocks may overhang slightly over the burner edge. 4. Add the twi...

  • Page 52

    52 installation window frame bottom railing section views refi t window 1. To refi t the window, place it in its bottom railing. Ensure there is no glass or vermiculite particles in the bottom railing. 2. Push the top of the window frame against the fi rebox. 3. While you hold it, pull the side leve...

  • Page 53

    53 installation caution do not run the switch wire over the top of the fi rebox. Route the wire so it does not contact the fi rebox. Install remote battery and wall switch kit rbwsk (required) the remote battery and wall switch kit is provided with this appliance. It is connected to the receiver in ...

  • Page 54

    54 installation 8. Mount switch plate to junction box with 2 screws provided note: switch position left or right to suit homeowner wishes. 9. Locate and secure magnet plate using 2 ‘long’ screws provided 10. Place and secure cover plate to box using 4 screws provided 11. Feed cable tie through the 2...

  • Page 55

    55 remove front middle platform support accessing air shutter close open injector elbow bracket, burner side injector elbow air shutter setting air shutter battery holder connection reset button check operation turn the fi replace fl ame up and down using the remote control to confi rm that the full...

  • Page 56

    56 install trim and barrier screen install the trim chosen by the customer for their fi replace. Install as well the barrier screen which is provided with the trim. Show the customer how to remove the barrier screen to access the controls. Follow the instructions provided with the trim and leave tho...

  • Page 57

    57 wiring diagram wall switch kit gv60 wiring diagram remote battery holder 4 aa batteries 5-pin connector 9-volt connector qualified installer.

  • Page 58

    58 approved venting components approved direct vent suppliers for valor models 1100, 1150, 1200 5 , 1400, 1500, 1600 5 and 1700 6 venting parts description venting parts code / availability by manufacturer dura-vent selkirk icc excel direct secure vent rlh industries amerivent miles industries bdm t...

  • Page 59

    59 approved venting components venting parts description venting parts code / availability by manufacturer dura-vent selkirk icc excel direct secure vent rlh industries amerivent miles industries bdm pipes 4” x 6 5/8” ( id x od ) 6” long galvanized 46dva-06 4dt-06 tc-4dl6 sv4l6 — — — 94610606 black ...

  • Page 60: Lor

    60 warr an ty pr og ram warr an ty pr og ram va lor co m fo r t va lor co m fo r t va lor co m fo r t warranty 1. Extended warranty coverage for a period of up to ten (10) years, miles industries ltd., (the “company”) or its appointed distributor will at its option pay the initial owner for the repa...

  • Page 61

    61 spare parts code description part number 1 heat shield 4003049 2 45 degrees fl anged elbow 0945m 3 elbow gasket 4002999 4 top stand-offs (2) 4005408 5 restrictor plate 4003017 6 take-off cover (2) 4003046 7 liner panels anchors (2) 4001283 8 lh window latch assembly 4002770 9 rh window latch asse...

  • Page 62

    62 spare parts code description part number 53 murano glass fire 1500dgm 54 glass panel 4002869 55 classic 1/2” clear fi reglass 4004521 56 driftwood set kit 1505dwk 57 rear log 4002938 58 lh end log 4002965 59 rh end log 4002966 60 lh front log 4002967 61 center cross log 4002939 62 brown beach peb...

  • Page 63

    63 47 47a 47b 47c 47d 47e 47f 47g 47h 47i spare parts 1 2 3 4 88 88 88 88 89 4 7 7 9 10 13 13a 11 8 52 50 49 51 14 15a, 15b 12a 12b 48 16 17 18 19-23 24-25 26 27 28a, 28b 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 37a, 37b 36 39 38 6 6 5 42 41 43 40 46 44 45 owner’s information.

  • Page 64

    64 index automatic shut off. Seeremote control automatic turn down. Seeremote control barrier screen. See alsosafety installation 8, 56 replacement 3, 6 batteries. Seeremote control: batteries burner aeration 55 cement board 21, 23, 25–28, 38–39 cleaning 6–7. See alsomaintenance clearances corner 22...

  • Page 65

    Thank you ... For purchasing a valor by miles industries. Your new radiant gas heater is a technical appliance that must be installed by a qualifi ed installer. Please fi ll in the information below. The information provided will be used for customer records only. Online warranty registration at www...

  • Page 66

    Tape shut thank you for choosing a valor product postage needed miles industries ltd. 190 - 2255 dollarton highway north vancouver, bc v7h 3b1 canada fold here online warranty registration at www.Valorfi replaces.Com.