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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
THIS GAS FIREPLACE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERV- ICED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER to conform with local codes. Installation practices vary from region to region and it is important to know the specifics that apply to your area, for example: in Massachusetts State:
•The fireplace damper must be removed or welded in the open position prior to installation of a fireplace insert or gas log.
•The appliance off valve must be a “T” handle gas cock.
•The flexible connector must not be longer than 36 inches.
•The appliance is not approved for installation in a bedroom or bathroom unless the unit is a direct vent sealed combustion product.
•WARNING: This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter when installed within the commonwealth of Massachusetts.
In absence of local codes, install the GD36 and BGD36 to the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or the current CAN/CGA B149, Installation Codes. Mobile home installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes, install to the current standard for gas equipped mobile housing CAN/CSA ZA240 MH Series in Canada or the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280, or the Fire Safety Criteria for Manufactured Home Installations, Sites and Communities Standard ANSI/NFPA 501A in the United States.
The fireplace and its individual shutoff valve must be discon- nected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa). The fireplace must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
When the fireplace is installed directly on carpeting, vinyl tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring, the fireplace shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extend- ing the full width and depth.
If the optional fan or blower is installed, the junction box must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the current CSA C22.1 CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE in Canada or the ANSI/NFPA 70 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE in the United States.
GENERAL INFORMATION
FOR YOUR SATISFACTION, THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN TEST-FIRED TO ASSURE ITS OPERATION AND QUALITY! Maximum input is 26,000 BTU/hr for natural gas and propane for the GD36. Maximum input for the BGD36 is 17,000 BTU/h for natural gas and propane. When the fireplace is installed at el- evations above 4,500ft, and in the absence of specific recom- mendations from the local authority having jurisdiction, the certi- fied high altitude input rating shall be reduced at the rate of 4% for each additional 1,000ft.
GD36
Maximum output for natural gas is 22,360 BTU/hr at an effi- ciency of 86% with the fan on, and 22,880 BTU/hr for propane at an efficiency of 88% with the fan on. The A.F.U.E. (annual fuel utilization efficiency) rating is 64% for natural gas and 65% for propane.
BGD36
Maximum output for natural gas and propane is 10,900 BTU/ hr at an efficiency of 64% with the fan on. The A.F.U.E. (annual fuel utilization efficiency) rating is 53% for natural gas and propane.
Minimum inlet gas supply pressure is 4.5 inches water col- umn for natural gas and 11 inches water column for propane. Maximum inlet gas pressure is 7 inches water column for natural gas and 13 inches water column for propane. Mani- fold pressure under flow conditions is 3.5 inches water col- umn for natural gas and 10 inches water column for propane. This fireplace is approved for bathroom, bedroom and bed- sitting room installations and is suitable for mobile home installation.
No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is re- quired for the gas system operation.
Expansion / contraction noises during heating up and cooling down cycles are normal and are to be expected.
CARE OF GLASS, AND PLATED PARTS
Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean plated parts. Buff lightly with a clean dry cloth. The GD36 is factory equipped with ceramic glass. The BGD36 is factory equipped with tempered glass. The glass thickness is 3/16" for both models. Use only replacement glass available from your Napoleon dealer. DO NOT SUBSTITUTE MATERIALS. Clean the glass after the first 10 hours of operation with a recommended gas fireplace glass cleaner. Thereafter clean as required. DO NOT CLEAN GLASS WHEN HOT! If the glass is not kept clean permanent discolouration and / or blemishes may result.
Use only accessories designed for and listed with
your specific fireplace.
Provide adequate ventilation air. Provide adequate accessibility clearance for servicing and operating the fireplace. Never obstruct the front opening of the fireplace.
For safe and proper operation of the fireplace follow the venting instruction exactly.
Deviation from the minimum vertical vent length can create difficulty in burner start-up and/or carboning. Provide a means for visually checking the vent con- nection to the fireplace after the fireplace is installed. Vent lengths that pass through unheated spaces (at- tics, garages, crawl spaces) should be insulated with the insulation wrapped in a protective sleeve to minimize condensation.
Objects placed in front of the fireplace must be kept a minimum of 48" away from the front face of the unit.
