Superior GHC/GRD-5500 Table Of Contents, Packaging, Introduction, General Information

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Packaging	page	2
Introduction	page	2
General Information	page	2
Location	page	3
Appliance Specifications - 5500	page	4
Appliance Specifications - 6500	page	5
Venting	page	6
Clearances	page	6
Framing Specifications	page	6
Typical Installation Sequence	page	7
Pre-Installation Notes	page	7
Installation	page	8
Field Wiring	page	9
Connecting Gas Line	page	11
Outside Air Kit Installation	page	11
Log and Rockwool Installation	page	12
Appliance Operation	page	12
Millivolt Appliance Checkout	page	12
Electronic Appliance Checkout	page	13
Safety Limit Switch Operation	page	13
Adjustments	page	14
Finishing Requirements	page	14
Cold Climate Insulation	page	16
Installation Accessories	page	16
Gas Conversion Kits	page 16

This installation manual will help you obtain a safe, efficient, dependable installation for your appliance and vent system.Please read and understand these instructions before begin- ning your installation.

PACKAGING

The assembled vented gas fireplace is pack- aged with:

1- one cartoned log set located in firebox area.

2- one bag of glowing embers (rockwool) located in the bottom compartment.

3- one envelope containing the literature package which consists of the homeowner's manual, installation instructions, and war- ranty; envelope is located in the control area.

4- wall switch for burner operation taped to top of unit.

INTRODUCTION

The GHC-5500/6500N, P models are circulat- ing system appliances; the GRD-5500/6500N, P models are radiant heat system appliances; both types utilize a millivolt gas control valve and a piezo ignition system. There is no need for an external power source to operate these systems. They are designed to operate on either natural or propane gas.

The GHC-5500NE-2, PE-2 and GHC-6500EN, EP models are circulating system appliances; the GRD-5500NE-2, PE-2 and GRD-6500EN, EP models are radiant heat system appliances; both utilize an electronic gas control valve along with an intermittent ignition system.

These systems require an external power source in order to operate. They are designed to oper- ate on either natural or propane gas.

These appliances comply with National Safety Standards and are tested and listed by Warnock Hersey (Report No. J20046562 - for 5500 series; J20046564 - for 6500 series models) to ANSI Z21.50 - 2000 (in Canada, CSA 2.22 - 2000), and CAN/CGA-2.17-M91 in both USA and Canada, as vented gas fireplaces.

Installation must conform to local codes. In the absence of local codes, installation must comply with the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 (NFPA 54). (In Canada, the current CAN/CGA B149 installation code.) Elec- trical wiring must comply with local codes. In the absence of local codes, installation must be in accordance with the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70 - (latest edition). (In Canada, the current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electric Code.)

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ALTER OR MODIFY THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE APPLIANCE OR ITS COMPONENTS. ANY MODIFICATION OR ALTERATION MAY VOID THE WARRANTY, CERTIFICATION AND LISTINGS OF THIS UNIT.

WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. REFER TO THIS MANUAL. FOR ASSISTANCE OR ADDI- TIONAL INFORMATION CONSULT A QUALIFIED INSTALLER, SERVICE AGENCY OR THE GAS SUPPLIER.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Note: Installation and repair should be per- formed by a qualified service person. The appli- ance should be inspected annually by a quali- fied professional service technician. More fre- quent inspections and cleanings may be re- quired due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. It is imperative that the control compartment, burners and circulating air passage ways of the appliance be kept clean.

S'assurer que le brùleur et le compartiment des commandes sont propres. Voir les instruc- tions d'installation et d'utilisation qui accompagnent l'apareil.

Provide adequate clearances around air open- ings and adequate accessibility clearance for service and proper operation. Never obstruct the front openings of the appliance.

WARNING: THESE FIREPLACES ARE VENTED DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCES. DO NOT BURN WOOD OR OTHER MATE- RIAL IN THESE APPLIANCES.

These appliances are designed to operate on natural or propane gas only. The use of other fuels or combination of fuels will de- grade the performance of this system and may be dangerous.

For elevations of 0-2000 ft. (0-610 m.) the GHC/GRD-5500 input is 24,000 BTU/HR for both natural and propane gases, the GHC/ GRD-6500 input is 27,000 BTU/HR for both natural and propane gases.

Table 1 shows the units' factory-installed gas orifice size for installations at elevations of 0-2000 feet (0-610 meters).

GHC	Orifice size		Elevation
GRD			Feet
Series	Nat.	Prop.	(meters)
5500	#43	#54	0-2000
6500	#41	#53	(0-610)

Table 1

Table 2 shows the units' gas orifice size for installations at elevations greater than 2000 ft. (0-610 m.). These orifices must be ordered separatelyusingthekitnumberslistedintable2.

GHC	Orifice size		Elevation
	(Kit Number)
GRD			Feet
Series	Nat.	Prop.	(meters)
5500	#44	#55	greater
	(040611)	(040612)
			than
6500	#43	#55	2000
			(610)
	(051916)	(051917)

Table 2

Nominal operating pressures for the manifold side of the gas control system are; 3.5 inches water column (6.54 MmHg) for natural gas models and 10 inches water column (18.69 MmHg) for propane gas models.