Quadra-Fire QVI30S, QVI35S owner manual Troubleshooting, Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action

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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 millivolt meter

 

 

should read greater than 125mV. If the reading is ac-

 

 

ceptable, and if the burner does not come on, replace

 

 

the gas valve.

 

 

 

 

d. Plugged burner orifice.

Check the burner orifice for stoppage. Remove stop-

 

 

page.

 

 

 

 

e. Wall switch or wires are defective.

Follow the corrective action in Symptom and Pos-

 

 

sible Cause 1.a above. Check the switch and wiring.

 

 

Replace where defective.

 

 

 

4. Frequent pilot outage

a. Pilot flame may be too high or too low, or blow-

Clean thermocouple and adjust the pilot flame for

problem.

ing out (high pressure), causing pilot safety to drop

maximum flame impingement. Follow lighting instruc-

 

out.

tions carefully.

 

 

 

5. The pilot and main

a. No LP in tank.

Check the LP (propane) tank. Refill the fuel tank.

burner extinguish while

 

 

b. Inner vent pipe leaking exhaust gases back into

Check venting system for damage. Replace/repair

in operation.

the system.

improperly assembled pipe sections.

 

 

 

 

 

c. Glass too loose and air tight packet leaks in

Replace glass panel assembly.

 

corners after usage.

 

 

 

 

 

d. Bad thermopile or thermocouple.

Replace if necessary.

 

 

 

 

e. Improper vent cap installation.

Check for proper installation and freedom from debris

 

 

or blockage.

 

 

 

6. Glass soots.

a. Flame impingement.

Adjust the log set so that the flame does not exces-

 

 

sively impinge on it.

 

 

 

 

b. Improper air shutter setting.

Adjust the air shutter located on the control panel.

 

 

 

 

c. Debris around air shutter.

Inspect the opening at the base of the burner. NO MA-

 

 

TERIAL SHOULD BE PLACED IN THIS OPENING.

 

 

 

7. Flame burns blue

a. Insufficient oxygen being supplied.

Ensure that the vent cap is installed properly and free

and lifts off burner.

 

of debris. Ensure that the vent system joints are tight

 

 

and have no leaks.

 

 

Ensure that no debris has been placed at the base of,

 

 

or in the area of the air holes in the center of the base

 

 

pan beneath the burner.

 

 

Ensure that the glass is tightened properly on the unit,

 

 

particularly on top corners.

 

 

 

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Contents Models What to do if you smell gasHOT Surfaces Xxxxxxxx Homeowner Reference InformationTable of Contents Listing and Code Approvals Getting Started Design and Installation ConsiderationsTools and Supplies Needed Inspect Appliance and ComponentsFireplace Size Requirements Minimum Fireplace OpeningMinimum Appliance Size Location Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Appliance ClearancesVent Termination Minimum Clearances Termination LocationsVent Table Key Vent Information and DiagramsHorizontal Venting Measuring StandardsInstallation Preparation Installing Vent Pipe and Appliance Connecting Vent PipeVenting Components Placing, Securing and Leveling the Appliance Factory Built Wood Burning Installing Adaptor and Termination CapDamper Flashing Kit Optional Class a PipeGas Information Fuel Conversions Gas ConnectionGas Pressures Check for GAS Leaks High Altitude InstallationsON/OFF Switch Wiring the ApplianceElectrical Information Appliance RequirementsOptional Accessories Junction Box InstallationFAN Junction BOX Mantel Projections FinishingClean the Appliance Appliance SetupAccessories Ember PlacementModels Supreme-XT, Grand-XT Refractory PlacementQVI30, QVI35, ADI60 Refractory from the packagingPositioning the Logs Log Set Assembly LOGS-QVI30Quadra-Fire QVI30S, QVI35S 340-901 Rev. i 6/09 Quadra-Fire QVI30S, QVI35S 340-901 Rev. i 6/09 Log Set Assembly LOGS-QVI35 Quadra-Fire QVI30S, QVI35S 340-901 Rev. i 6/09 Air Shutter Setting Glass AssemblyRemoving Glass Assembly Replacing Glass AssemblyOperating Instructions Before Lighting ApplianceBefore operating this appliance have a qualified technician Lighting Appliance Standing Pilot IgnitionWhat to do if YOU Smell GAS Initial Break-in Procedure Check Pilot Flame AppearanceAfter Appliance is Lit Issue Solutions Frequently Asked QuestionsTroubleshooting Symptom Possible Causes Corrective ActionStanding Pilot Ignition System Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action TroubleshootingMaintaining and Servicing Appliance Maintenance TasksDoors, Surrounds Inspect Maintenance TasksReference Materials Appliance Dimension DiagramDirect Vent Flex Liner Kits Vent Kits ComponentsPart number list on following Service PartsAt Depot Service PartsQVI35S Log Set AssemblyNGKS-QVI35 QVI30S, QVI35S Standing Pilot Valve AssemblyLimited Lifetime Warranty Quadra-Fire QVI30S, QVI35S 340-901 Rev. i 6/09 Contact Information

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