Hearth and Home Technologies QVI-30FB-S Gas Information, Fuel Conversions Gas Connection

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8 Gas Information

A. Fuel Conversions

C. Gas Connection

Before making gas connections ensure that appliance be- ing installed is compatible with the available gas type.

Any natural or propane gas conversions necessary to meet the appliance and locality needs must be made by a qualified technician using Hearth & Home Technologies specified and approved parts.

Note: Have the gas supply line installed in accordance with local building codes, if any. If not, follow ANSI

223.1.Installation should be done by a qualified installer approved and/or licensed as required by the locality. (In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts installation must be performed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter).

B. Gas Pressures

Proper input pressures are required for optimum appli- ance performance. Gas line sizing requirements need to be made following NFPA54.

WARNING

Fire Risk. Explosion Hazard.

High pressure will damage valve.

• Disconnect gas supply piping BEFORE pressure testing gas line at test pressures above 1/2 psig.

•Close the manual shutoff valve BEFORE pressure testing gas line at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig.

WARNING

Verify inlet pressures.

• High pressure may cause overfire condition.

• Low pressure may cause explosion.

•Verify minimum pressures when other household gas appliances are operating.

Install regulator upstream of valve if line pressure is greater than 1/2 psig.

Pressure requirements for appliance are shown in the table below. Minimum pressures must be met when other household gas appliances are operating.

Pressure

Natural Gas

Propane

Minimum inlet pressure

5.0 inches

11.0 inches

w.c.

w.c.

 

Maximum inlet gas pressure

14.0 inches

14.0 inches

w.c.

w.c.

 

Manifold pressure

3.5 inches

10.0 inches

w.c.

w.c.

 

NOTE: A listed (and Commonwealth of Massachusetts ap- proved) 1/2 inch (13 mm) T-handle manual shut-off valve and flexible gas connector are connected to the 1/2 inch (13 mm) control valve inlet.

•If substituting for these components, please consult local codes for compliance.

Refer to Section 15 for location of gas line access in ap- pliance.

NOTE: Gas line may be run from either side of the appliance provided the hole in the outer wrap does NOT exceed 2-1/2 inches in diameter and does not penetrate the firebox.

WARNING

Gas Leak Risk

•Support control when attaching pipe to prevent bending gas line.

NOTE: The gap between supply piping and gas access hole may be caulked with high temperature caulk or stuffed with non-combustible, unfaced insulation to prevent cold air infiltration.

•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.

•Check all fittings and connections of appliance which may have loosened during shipping.

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Contents Models Commonwealth of MassachusettsHomeowner Reference Information Model Number Serial NumberTable of Contents Listing and Code Approvals Inspect Appliance and Components Design and Installation ConsiderationsGetting Started Tools and Supplies NeededMinimum fireplace opening requirements are shown in Figure Fireplace Size RequirementsMinimum Fireplace Opening LocationClearances Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above ApplianceFire Risk Asphyxiation Risk Termination LocationsVent Termination Minimum Clearances Foot minimum in snow regionsHorizontal Venting Vent Information and DiagramsVent Table Key Measuring StandardsInstallation Preparation Venting Components Installing Vent Pipe and ApplianceConnecting Vent Pipe Reference instructions in the termination kitPlacing, Securing and Leveling the Appliance Factory Built Wood Burning Installing Adaptor and Termination CapMasonry Damper Flashing Kit OptionalFuel Conversions Gas Connection Refer to for location of gas line access in ap- plianceGas Information Gas PressuresHigh Altitude Installations Electrical Information Wiring the ApplianceON/OFF Switch Appliance RequirementsOptional Accessories Junction Box InstallationInstallation for Fan Optional Shock hazardFAN Junction BOX Mantel Projections Installing Trim SurroundsFinishing Accessories Appliance SetupClean the Appliance Ember PlacementPositioning the Logs Log Assembly LOGS-QVI30FBLog Placement Quadra-Fire QVI-30FB-S 2020-910 Rev. F 9/08 Quadra-Fire QVI-30FB-S 2020-910 Rev. F 9/08 Removing Glass Assembly Glass AssemblyAir Shutter Setting Replacing Glass AssemblyThis appliance has a Standing Pilot Ignition Operating InstructionsBefore Lighting Appliance Before operating this appliance have a qualified technicianLighting Appliance Standing Pilot IgnitionAfter Appliance is Lit Initial Break-in ProcedureCheck Pilot Flame Appearance Do not operate appliance with glass door removedFrequently Asked Questions Standing Pilot Ignition System TroubleshootingSymptom Possible Causes Corrective Action Maximum flame impingement. Follow lighting instruc TroubleshootingSymptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Risk of injury or property damage Maintenance TasksMaintaining and Servicing Appliance Inspect Maintenance Tasks Appliance Dimension Diagram Reference MaterialsVent Kits Components Direct Vent Flex Liner KitsBeginning Manufacturing Date Oct Log Set AssemblyService Parts Ending Manufacturing DateAt Depot Service Parts ListStocked Valve Assembly Be ordered from an authorized dealerCONDITIONS, Exclusions & Limitation of Liability Limited Lifetime Warranty Contact Information Important operating

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