Hearth and Home Technologies QVI-25FB-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 Model What to do if you smell gasHOT Surfaces Xxxxxxxx Homeowner Reference InformationTable of Contents Listing and Code Approvals Tools and Supplies Needed Design and Installation ConsiderationsGetting Started Inspect Appliance and ComponentsMinimum Fireplace Opening Fireplace Size RequirementsClearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Appliance ClearancesVent Termination Minimum Clearances Termination LocationsMeasuring Standards Vent Information and DiagramsVent Table Key Horizontal VentingInstallation Preparation Installing Vent Pipe and Appliance Connecting Vent PipeVenting Components Class a Wood Pipe Inlet AIR Vent Pipe Stainless Steel Placing, Securing and Leveling the Appliance Damper Flashing Kit Optional Installing Adaptor and Termination CapMasonry Factory Built Wood BurningGas Information Fuel Conversions Gas ConnectionGas Pressures Check for GAS Leaks High Altitude InstallationsAppliance Requirements Wiring the ApplianceON/OFF Switch Electrical InformationJunction Box Installation Installation for Fan OptionalOptional Accessories Fan Wiring Diagram Mantel Projections FinishingEmber Placement Appliance SetupClean the Appliance AccessoriesLog Set Assembly LOGS-2031 Log PlacementPositioning the Logs Quadra-Fire QVI-25FB-S 2031-910 Rev. E 9/08 Replacing Glass Assembly Glass AssemblyAir Shutter Setting Removing Glass AssemblyOperating Instructions Before Lighting ApplianceBefore operating this appliance have a qualified technician Lighting Appliance Standing Pilot IgnitionWhat to do if YOU Smell GAS After Appliance is Lit Initial Break-in ProcedurePilot Adjustment Check Pilot Flame AppearanceIssue 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 TasksAppliance Dimension Diagram QVI-25FB-S Model DimensionsReference Materials Direct Vent Flex Liner Kits Vent Kits ComponentsPart number list on following Log Set AssemblyService Parts List 119 1312Service Parts StockedAt Depot Valve Assembly CONDITIONS, Exclusions & Limitation of Liability Limited Lifetime Warranty Contact Information

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