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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
THIS GAS FIREPLACE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERV- ICED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER to conform with local codes. In absence of local codes, install the BCDV42 to the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or the current CAN/CGA B149, Installation 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 Mas sachusetts.
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 Manufac- tured 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
Maximum output for natural gas is 19,500 BTU/hr at an effi- ciency of 68.5% with the fan on, and 16,000 BTU/hr for pro- pane at an efficiency of 67% with the fan on. The maximum A.F.U.E. (annual fuel utilization efficiency) rating is 64% for natural gas and 61.5% for 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 BCDV42 is factory equipped with tempered glass. The glass thickness is 3/16". Use only re- placement glass available from your Continental 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 ac- cessibility clearance for servicing and operating the fireplace. Never obstruct the front opening of the fire- place.
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
Provide a means for visually checking the vent con- nection to the fireplace after the fireplace is installed.
In order to avoid the possibility of exposed insulation or vapour barrier coming in contact with the fireplace body, it is recommended that the walls of the fireplace enclo- sure be 'finished', (i.e. drywall/sheetrock) as would any other outside wall of the home. This will ensure that clearance to combustibles is maintained within the cav- ity.
Vent lengths that pass through unheated spaces (at- tics, garages, crawl spaces) should be insulated with the insulation wrapped in a protective sleeve to mini- mize condensation.
Objects placed in front of the fireplace must be kept a minimum of 48" away from the front face of the unit.
