Quadra-Fire QFP38-NG, QFP38-LP owner manual Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

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Note: The following requirements reference various Massachusetts and national codes not contained in this document.

H. Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

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 and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7) feet above finished grade in the area of the venting, in- cluding but not limited to decks and porches, the following requirements shall be satisfied:

Installation of Carbon Monoxide Detectors

At the time of installation of the side wall horizontal vented gas fueled equipment, the installing plumber or gas fitter shall observe that a hard wired carbon mon- oxide detector with an alarm and battery back-up is installed on the floor level where the gas equipment is to be installed. In addition, the installing plumber or gas fitter shall observe that a battery operated or hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm is installed on each additional level of the dwelling, building or struc- ture served by the side wall horizontal vented gas fueled equipment. It shall be the responsibility of the property owner to secure the services of qualified licensed profes- sionals for the installation of hard wired carbon monoxide detectors.

In the event that the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic, the hard wired carbon monoxide detector with alarm and battery back-up may be installed on the next adjacent floor level.

In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can not be met at the time of completion of installation, the owner shall have a period of thirty (30) days to comply with the above requirements; provided, however, that dur- ing said thirty (30) day period, a battery operated carbon monoxide detector with an alarm shall be installed.

Approved Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Each carbon monoxide detector as required in accor- dance with the above provisions shall comply with NFPA 720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 listed and IAS certified.

Signage

A metal or plastic identification plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum height of eight (8) feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance or equipment. The sign shall read, in print size no less than one-half (1/2) in. in size,

“GAS VENT DIRECTLY BELOW. KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS”.

Inspection

The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizon- tally vented gas fueled equipment shall not approve the installation unless, upon inspection, the inspector ob- serves carbon monoxide detectors and signage installed in accordance with the provisions of 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)1 through 4.

Exemptions

The following equipment is exempt from 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)1 through 4:

•The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled “Equipment Not Required To Be Vented” in the most current edition of NFPA 54 as adopted by the Board; and

•Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in a room or structure separate from the dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes.

MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS

Gas Equipment Venting System Provided

When the manufacturer of Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas equipment provides a venting system design or venting system components with the equipment, the instructions provided by the manufacturer for installation of the equipment and the venting system shall include:

•Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting system design or the venting system components; and

•A complete parts list for the venting system design or venting system.

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 flue gases, but identi- fies “special venting systems”, the following requirements shall be satisfied by the manufacturer:

•The referenced “special venting system” instructions shall be included with the appliance or equipment installation instructions; and

•The “special venting systems” shall be Product Approved by the Board, and the instructions for that system shall include a parts list and detailed installation instructions.

A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Ap- proved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equip- ment, all venting instructions, all parts lists for venting instructions, and/or all venting design instructions shall remain with the appliance or equipment at the completion of the installation.

See Gas Connection section for additional Common- wealth of Massachusetts requirements.

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Contents Installation and Operation ModelsModel Number Serial Number CongratulationsHomeowner Reference Information Table of Contents Appliance Setup = Contains updated informationLimited Lifetime Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty Listing and Code Approvals Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Your Fireplace Gas Fireplace SafetyOperating Instructions Fixed Glass Assembly Remote ControlsClear Space Decorative Doors and FrontsAUX Outlet Plug Accent Lighting System DescriptionFan Control Module PRG Key PIN terminal Positions Slider ReceiverInitializing the System for the First Time Transmitter Remote Control with LCD Display Operating Procedure with Split Flow dual burner control Turn off the Appliance Temperature Indication DisplayTurn on the Appliance Remote Flame Control 11 Remote Flame ControlRoom Thermostat Transmitter Option Smart Thermostat Transmitter OperationFan Speed Control Remote Actuated 120V Auxiliary Outlet accent lightingLow Battery Power Detection Manual Bypass of the Remote SystemRemote Operation Key LockFor Your Safety Read Before Lighting Lighting Instructions IPIFrequently Asked Questions Initial Break-in ProcedureAfter Fireplace is Lit This cures the materials used to manufacture the fire- placeMaintenance and Service Maintenance Tasks-HomeownerMaintenance Tasks-Qualified Service Technician Fan Replacement & Maintenance Bend Down TabRemove Wing nuts Both sides Getting Started Typical Appliance SystemInspect Appliance and Components Design and Installation ConsiderationsTools and Supplies Needed Framing and Clearances Select Appliance LocationConstruct the Appliance Chase ClearancesMantel Legs or Wall Projections Mantel and Wall ProjectionsMantels Gas, Wood or Fuel Oil Termination Cap Termination LocationsVent Termination Minimum Clearances Minimum Clearances for Termination Vent Information and Diagrams Approved PipeVent Table Key Use of ElbowsOne Elbow Vent DiagramsTop Vent Horizontal Termination Two 45 Elbows replacing One 90 Elbow Two ElbowsTop Vent Vertical Termination No ElbowVent Clearances and Framing Pipe Clearances to CombustiblesWall Penetration Framing Non-Combustible Wall PenetrationInstall the Ceiling Firestop Ceiling firestop Must be used between floors and atticsVaulted Ceiling Installation Install Attic Insulation ShieldFlat Ceiling Installation Secure and Level the Appliance Intake Adapter AssemblyAppliance Preparation Install Vent Pipe Attach Pipe to the Firebox AssemblyAssemble Vent Sections Assemble Pipe SectionsAssemble Slip Sections Slip Section Pilot HolesSecure the Vent Sections Disassemble Vent SectionsInstall Metal Roof Flashing CaulkAssemble and Install Storm Collar 13 Assembling the Storm CollarInstall Vertical Termination Cap Heat Shield Requirements for Horizontal TerminationInstall Horizontal Termination Cap Failure to maintain overlap may cause overheating and fireShrouds HHT ShroudsField Constructed Shrouds Open Top Shroud may be used with DVP-TV, DVP-TVHW, SLP-TVHWMailbox Style Shroud Dimensions Min. Base Dims Gas Connection Gas InformationGas Pressure Wiring Requirements Technical DataIntellifire Ignition System Wiring Electrical InformationIPI Module 4 from Sleeve Heat-Zone-Gas Junction Box InstallationInstall the Heat Zone Kit before enclosing the appliance 43 3/8 FinishingFacing Material Doors Recessed Fit Facing Template RemovalDoors Outside Surface Fit Minimum Vertical and Maximum Horizontal Dimensions Appliance Setup Remove Fixed Glass AssemblyClean the Appliance Install the RefractoryInstall Logs, Ember Bed Log Bracket is Pre-set for NG or LPOverall placement of the first eight logs is shown in Figure Install Andirons, Lava Rock, Rockwool Complete Log InstallationAccent Lighting Set Up ScrewsAdjust the Air Shutter Adjust the Vertical BaffleReplacing Fixed Glass Assembly Install Door FrontsRemoving Fixed Glass Assembly Troubleshooting TroubleshootingThis Opening Appliance Dimension Diagram Reference MaterialsVent Components Diagrams DVP Vent ComponentsDVP-TRAPFL DVP-HPC DVP-TRAP Service Parts QFP38-NG, QFP38-LPAt Depot Log Set Assembly Log 1 Back Log 4061-170 Ember BedStocked Light Assembly Valve Assembly Valve Assembly NG Optional Components 7571 215th Street West, Lakeville, MN Contact InformationQuadra-Fire, a brand of Hearth & Home Technologies Inc

QFP38-NG, QFP38-LP specifications

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