Quadra-Fire QV36A-FB owner manual High Altitude Installations

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•Ensure that gas line does not come in contact with outer wrap of appliance. Follow local codes.

•Incoming gas line should be piped into the valve compartment and connected to the 1/2 inch connection on the manual shutoff valve.

WARNING

Fire or Explosion Hazard

•Gas buildup during line purge may ignite.

•Purge should be performed by qualified technician.

•Ensure adequate ventilation.

•Ensure there are no ignition sources such as sparks or open flames.

•A small amount of air will be in the gas supply lines. When first lighting appliance it will take a short time for air to purge from lines. When purging is complete the appliance will light and operate normally.

WARNING

CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS

Explosion Risk

Fire Risk

Asphyxiation Risk

•Check all fittings and connections.

•Do not use open flame.

•After the gas line installation is complete, all connections must be tightened and checked for leaks with a commercially-available, non-corrosive leak check solution. Be sure

to rinse off all leak check solution following testing.

Fittings and connections may have loosened during shipping and handling.

WARNING

Fire hazard.

Do NOT change the valve settings.

• This valve has been preset at the factory.

• Changing valve settings may result in fire hazard or bodily injury.

HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATIONS

U.L. Listed gas appliances are tested and approved without requiring changes for elevations from 0 to 2000 feet in the U.S.A. and Canada.

When installing this appliance at an elevation above 2000 feet, it may be necessary to decrease the input rating by changing the existing burner orifice to a smaller size. Input rate should be reduced by 4% for each 1000 feet above a 2000 foot elevation in the U.S.A., or 10% for elevations between 2000 and 4500 feet in Canada. If the heating value of the gas has been reduced, these rules do not apply. To identify the proper orifice size, check with the local gas utility.

If installing this appliance at an elevation above 4500 feet (in Canada), check with local authorities.

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Contents Model Expression 36 QV36A-FB What to do if you smell gasHot glass will cause burns Congratulations Homeowner Reference InformationTable of Contents Listing and Code Approvals Installation of Carbon Monoxide Detectors Requirements for the Commonwealth of MassachusettsTools and Supplies Needed Design and Installation ConsiderationsGetting Started Inspect Appliance and ComponentsInspect Firebox Model Framing and ClearancesSelecting Appliance Location 41-1/2 17-1/4 45-1/4 QV36A-FBMantel Projections Constructing the Appliance ChaseClearances Fire Risk Odor RiskClearance to Combustibles 17-1/4 41-1/2 32-1/2254 1321 438 1054 825 914 Termination Locations Vent Termination Minimum ClearancesSee .4 for specific clearances Covered Alcove Applications Measuring Standards Vent Information and DiagramsVent Table Key Use of ElbowsMinimum Maximum Vent DiagramsTop Vent Horizontal Termination One Elbow Two Elbows 2 ftTop Vent Horizontal Termination Three Elbows VT Min HT MaxMust be installed prior to attaching a 90 elbow Feet then the total vent run can be Top Vent Vertical Termination Three ElbowsMin Max Extended to 40 feetWall Penetration Framing Vent Clearances and FramingPipe Clearances to Combustibles Combustible Wall PenetrationInstalling the Ceiling Firestop Installing Attic ShieldVertical Penetration Framing Removing Non-combustible Facing Mate- rial Assembly  B. Installing the Optional Heat-ZoneGas KitAppliance Preparation Securing and Leveling the Appliance Fire Risk Prevent contact with sagging, loose insulationBacker Installing Non-combustible Facing Material 10 Complete Installation of Non-combustibleAttaching Vent to the Firebox Assembly Installing Vent PipeAssembly of Vent Sections Assembling Pipe SectionsAssembling Minimum Installations MI Sections Assembling DVP-12A Slip SectionsDisassembly of Vent Sections Securing the Vent Sections Vertical SectionsHorizontal Sections Heat Shield Requirements for Horizontal Termination Installing Heat Shield and Horizontal Termination CapInstalling the Horizontal Termination Cap Important Notice Heat shields may not be field constructedInstalling Roof Flashing and Vertical Ter- mination Cap Roof Pitch Min. FtFoot minimum in snow regions Assembling and Installing Storm Collar Sharp EdgesGas Pressures Gas InformationFuel Conversions Gas Connection Pressure Natural Gas PropaneHigh Altitude Installations Recommendation for Wire Electrical InformationInstallation precautions Optional Accessories RequirementsQWSK-MLT Wall Switch Kit Introduction To Replace a Light BulbFor units with factory installed rocker switch Installation instructions Determine locationWiring the wall switch Operating InstructionsTemperature Button Setting Flame Height/manifold pressureWall Switch Button Operation SET Set Temperature ButtonJunction Box Installation Junction Box DetailFacing Requirements FinishingFacing Material FrontsAccessories Appliance SetupClean the Appliance Ember PlacementLog Assembly LOGS-2062 Positioning the LogsLOG #1 SRV2062-701 LOG #2 SRV2062-702LOG #3 SRV2062-703 LOG #4 SRV330-706 LOG #5 SRV330-704LOG #6 SRV340-705 Replacing Glass Assembly Glass AssemblyRemoving Glass Assembly Burner Removal Only for ServicingAir Shutter Setting Grilles and TrimOperating Instructions Before Lighting ApplianceLighting Appliance IPI Ignition Final inspection byFrequently Asked Questions Initial Break-in ProcedureAfter Appliance is Lit IntelliFire Ignition System TroubleshootingSymptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Noise, but spark may not be present at pilot hoodCracked, damaged, or loose. Verify connection from sensor Maintaining and Servicing Appliance Maintenance Tasks Inspect Maintenance TasksAppliance Dimension Diagram Reference MaterialsLocation Inches Millimeters Vent Components Diagrams DVP-AS2Horizontal Termination Cap DVP vent componentsRF6M RF12M At Depot Service PartsLog Set Assembly Direct Vent Gas Fireplace#17 Valve Assembly Be ordered from an authorized dealerService Parts List StockedLimited Lifetime Warranty Limited Lifetime WarrantyWarranty Conditions Contact Information Do not Discard this Manual

QV36A-FB specifications

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