STANDING PILOT PROPANE/LP GAS CONVERSION
"B-VENT" FIREPLACES
Model | Conversion Kit Model |
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BVD34FP3 SERIES | BVCK34P (19160) |
BVD36FP3 SERIES | BVCK36P (19161) |
BVP42FP3 SERIES | BVCK42P (19162) |
FOR CONVERSION TO LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS
WARNING
This conversion kit is to be installed by an Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. dealer (or other qualified agency1)* in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and all codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or property damage. The qualified agency performing this work assumes responsibility for this conversion.
1National Fuel Gas Code Z223.1 (Latest Edition), Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1
*The term "qualified agency" means any individual, firm, corporation or company which either in person or through a representative is engaged in and is responsible for (a) the installation of gas piping or (b) the connection, installation repair, or servicing of equipment, who is experienced in such work, familiar with all precautions required, and has complied with all the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction.
PARTS LIST
Conversion Kit | BVCK34P | BVCK36P | BVCK42P |
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Part | Kit No. 19160 | Kit No. 19161 | Kit No. 19162 | Quantity |
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Fireplace | BVD34FP3 | BVD36FP3 | BVP42FP3 |
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Pilot Orifice | #35 | #35 | #35 | 1 |
Main Burner | 1 | |||
Orifice | 1.35mm | 1.45mm | 1.65mm |
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Dexen 10" w.c. | 1 | |||
Regulator |
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Gas Conversion | 2139 | 2139 | 2139 | 1 |
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Gas input for
BVD34FP3 SERIES | 21,000 BTU per hour |
BVD36FP3 SERIES | 25,000 BTU per hour |
BVP42FP3 SERIES | 30,000 BTU per hour |
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONVERSION
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CHECK SAFETY SHUTDOWN PERFORMANCE
WARNING
Perform the safety shutdown test any time work is done on a gas system to avoid the possibility of fire or explosion with property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
SAFETY SHUTDOWN SYSTEM
Continuous Ignition Systems
1.Place gas control knob in Pilot position. Main burner should go off and pilot should remain lit.
2.Extinguish pilot flame. Pilot gas flow should stop within 3 minutes. Safety shutoff of pilot gas proves complete shutdown since safety shutoff valve blocks flow of gas to main burner and pilot.
3.Wait 5 minutes, then relight pilot burner and operate system through one complete cycle to make sure all controls operate properly.
1.If the fireplace is installed, turn off gas and electric supply before making the gas conversion.
2.Identify the fireplace model to be converted, and read all instruction steps prior to converting the gas valve.
3.Remove all logs from the burner assembly.
4.Open the sliding valve access door.
5.Depress and turn the gas cock dial to the "OFF" position.
VALVE CONVERSION
6.Remove two (2) screws, regulator, and gasket from gas valve control body.
7.Install the new gasket, regulator, and gasket from gas valve control body.
BURNER ORIFICE CONVERSION - Tube style burners
8a. On models BVD(34,36)FP3 series fireplaces, you will have a
9a. Remove the 1/4" long screw from the air shutter at the left end of the tube.
10a. Pull up on the back of the burner and rotate forward to gain access to the main orifice. Remove the orifice and replace with the LP orifice designated in the orifice reference chart. Secure the new orifice.
11a. Pivot the burner tube back down in its original position mating with the air shutter, and reinstall the 1/4" long screw. Set the air shutter opening in accordance with the dimension shown in the reference chart for the appropriate model fireplace.
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