General Instructions

THIS GAS FIREPLACE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER to conform with local codes. Installation practices vary from region to re- gion and it is important to know the specifics that apply to your area, for example: in Massachusetts State:

•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.

•Un-vented room heater shall be installed in accordance with 527 CMR 30.00 and 248 CMR 3.00 through 7.00.

•Sellers of un-vented propane or natural gas-fired space/room heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy

of 527 CMR 30.00 upon the sale of the unit from http://www.napoleonfireplaces.com/Webshare/

installation_manuals/mass_requirements.pdf

In absence of local codes, install the GVF40 to the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 Installation Code which can be obtained from:

American Nation Standards Institute Inc.

1430 Broadway

New York, NY 10018

National Fire Protection Association Inc.

Batterymarch Park

Quincy, MA 02269

The fireplace and its individual shutoff valve must be dis- connected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in ex- cess 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 floor- ing, the fireplace shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth.

If the optional fan or blower is installed, the junction box must be electrically connected and grounded in accord- ance with local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the current 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 QUAL- ITY! Maximum input is 30,000 BTU/hr for natural gas and 28,500 BTU/hr for propane. When the fireplace is installed at elevations above 2,000ft, and in the absence of specific recommendations from the local authority having jurisdic- tion, the certified high altitude input rating shall be reduced at the rate of 4% for each additional 1,000ft.

This heater must not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom.

This fireplace may be installed in an aftermarket per- manently located, manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by local codes.

This fireplace is only for use with the type of gas indi- cated on the rating plate. This fireplace is not convert- ible for use with other gases, unless a certified kit is used.

Minimum inlet gas supply pressure is 4.5 inches water column 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. Manifold pressure under flow conditions is 3.5 inches water column for natural gas and 10 inches water column for propane.

No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is required for the gas system operation.

Expansion / contraction noises during heating up and cool- ing down cycles are normal and are to be expected.

CARE OF OPTIONAL GLASS DOORS, CATALYTIC TILES AND PLATED PARTS

Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean plated parts. Buff lightly with a clean dry cloth. This fireplace may have op- tional glass doors which are equipped with either 3/16" thick tempered or ceramic glass. Use only replacement glass available from your Napoleon dealer. DO NOT SUB- STITUTE 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.

Catalytic tiles normally do not require cleaning. Physical contact should be avoided. See Maintenance.

This heater is equipped with a pilot light safety system referred to as an OXYGEN DEPLETION SENSOR and is designed to turn off the heater if not enough fresh air is available.

Use only accessories designed for and

listed with your specific fireplace.

CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING

MAY LEAD TO DEATH

Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning re- semble the flu, with headache, dizziness and/ or nausea. If you have these signs, the heater may not be working properly. Get fresh air at once! Have heater serviced.

Some people---pregnant women, persons with heart or lung disease, anaemia, those under the influence of alcohol, those at high altitudes--- are more affected by carbon mon- oxide than others.

W415-0319 / D / 08.03.05