Hearth and Home Technologies RBV4842IT manual

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 1 Owner ’ s Manual Installation and Operation Models: RBV4236IH RBV4236IT RBV4842IH RBV4842IT B-V ent Gas Appliance Installation and service of this appliance should be performed by qualified personnel. Hearth & Home T echnologies suggests NFI certi fi ed or factory-trained professi[...]

2 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 Read this manual before installing or operating this appliance. Please retain this owner ’ s manual for future reference. Congratulations on selecting a Heatilator gas appliance—an elegant and clean alternative to wood burning appliances. The Heatilator gas appliance you have selecte[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 3 T able of Contents 1 Listing and Code Approvals 4 A. Appliance Certi fi cation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 B. Glass Speci fi cations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 C. BTU Speci fi cations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

4 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 1 1 Listing and Code Appro vals A. Appliance Certi fi cation This product is listed to ANSI standards for “V ented Gas Fireplaces” and “Gas Fired Appliances for Use at High Al- titudes”. This model (natural gas and propane) can be installed in a bedroom (in the United States) wh[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 5 A. Design and Installation Considerations Heatilator B-vent gas appliances are designed to operate with all exhaust gases expelled to the outside of the building, and combustion air pulled from the room. Check building codes prior to installation. • Installation MUST comply with local,[...]

6 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 B. Negative Pressure Asphyxiation Risk • Negative pressure can cause spillage of combustion fumes and soot. • Fire needs to draft properly for safe operation. W ARNING T o minimize the effects of negative air pressure, the follow- ing must be considered: • Install the outside air k[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 7 Inspect appliance and components for damage. Damaged parts may impair safe operation. • Do NOT install damaged components. • Do NOT install incomplete components. • Do NOT install substitute components. Report damaged parts to dealer . W ARNING Hearth & Home T echnologies discl[...]

8 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 Note: • Illustrations re fl ect typical installations and are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONL Y . • Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale. • Actual installation may vary due to individual design preference. Fire Risk Provide adequate clearance: • Around air openings. • For ser[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 9 B. Construct the Appliance Chase A chase is a vertical boxlike structure built to enclose the gas appliance and/or its vent system. V ertical vents that run on the outside of a building may be, but are not required to be, installed inside a chase. Construction of the chase may vary with [...]

10 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 C. Clearances C B A Per V ent Manufacturer ’s Specifications 30 in. (762 mm) to ceiling 0 in. Drywall 0 in. 1/2 in. (13 mm) 1/2 in. (13 mm) 36 in. (914 mm) Combustible Object 0 in.to level of standoffs Combustible flooring may be installed next to the front of the appliance. Figure 3.[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 1 1 Measured from top of hood (in inches) 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 6-1/2 8-1/2 9-1/4 10 10-3/4 11 - 1 / 2 12-1/4 13 13-3/4 14-1/2 15-1/4 16 16-3/4 17-1/2 18-1/4 19 30 in. minimum to ceiling Figure 3.3 Clearances to Mantels or Other Combustibles Above Appliance 1 in. (25mm) [...]

12 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 A. V ent T ermination Minimum Clearances Fire Risk Explosion Risk • Do not pack air space with insulation or other materials. Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as speci fi ed. W ARNING Failure to keep insulation or other materials away from vent pipe may cause fi re. A Gas T e[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 13 Fire Risk Explosion Risk Asphyxiation Risk Do NOT connect this gas appliance to a chimney fl ue serving a separate solid-fuel or gas burning appliance. • V ent this appliance directly outside. • Use separate vent system for this appliance. May impair safe operation of this applianc[...]

14 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 45° Elbow 90° Elbow Offsets exceeding 45° adapt horizontal limitations Maximum horizontal 30 ft (9.14 m) Note: Maximum horizontal distance is 50% of vertical vent height. Maximum horizontal run is 50% of vertical. Horizontal run cannot be more than 30 ft. (9.14 m). V ent supports are[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 15 A. Pipe Clearances to Combustibles Fire Risk Explosion Risk Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as speci fi ed. • Do not pack air space with insulation or other materials. • National building codes recommend using attic shield to keep loose materials/ insulation from contacting[...]

16 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 7 7 Appliance Preparation Sharp Edges • Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installation. CAUTION Fire Risk Asphyxiation Risk Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as speci fi ed. • Do not pack air space with insulation or other materials. • National building codes[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 17 Close Open Figure 7.3 Outside Air Kit Handle Location Risk of Smoke Spillage Outside air inlet must be located to prevent blockage from: • Leaves • Snow/ice • Other debris Blockage may cause combustion air starvation. CAUTION • Push handle down to open the outside air door (see [...]

18 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 Three tabs A. Assemble V ent Sections This B-V ent appliance requires 6 in. B-vent double-wall pipe. Follow the pipe manufacturer ’s installation guidelines when installing the appliance. This will ensure proper operation and prevent safety hazards. 8 8 Installing V ent Pipe Fire Risk[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 19 A. Fuel Conversion Before making gas connections ensure appliance being in- stalled 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 quali- fi ed technician using Hearth & Home T e[...]

20 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 W ARNING Fire Risk Explosion Risk • Gas build-up during line purge may ignite. • Purge should be performed by quali fi ed technician. • Ensure adequate ventilation. • Ensure there are no ignition sources such as sparks or open fl ames. W ARNING CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS Fire Risk Ex[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 21 A. Recommendation for Wire This appliance requires 1 10-120 V AC to be wired to the junc- tion box for use of optional accessories and for proper op- eration of the appliance. Shock Risk Explosion Risk Do NOT wire 1 10V to valve. Do NOT wire 1 10V to wall switch • Incorrect wiring wil[...]

22 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 Ignitor Flame Sensor Pilot Assembly GRN ORG BLK ORG Control Box To Junction Box Battery Pack 3V Adaptor BLK BRN RED RED BLK BLU V alve Limit Switch WHT + - + - W all Switch WHT GRN* * GRN wire only used with optional wall switch WSK-ML T -HTL Figure 10.2 Intelli fi re Pilot Ignition (I[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 23 D. Junction Box Installation • Remove the junction box assembly from the valve compartment. • If the box is being wired from the OUTSIDE of the appliance; - Loosen two screws on the Romex connector , feed the necessary length of wire through the connector and tighten the screws. - M[...]

24 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 A. Mantel Projections Figure 1 1.1 shows the minimum vertical and corresponding maximum horizontal dimensions of appliance mantels or other combustible projections above the top front edge of the appliance. B. Facing Material Measured from top of hood (in inches) 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 [...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 25 A. Remove the Shipping Materials Remove shipping materials from inside or underneath the fi rebox. Shock Risk Fire Risk Use ONL Y optional accessories approved for this appliance. • Using non-listed accessories voids warranty . • Using non-listed accessories may result in a safety [...]

26 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 Explosion Risk • Follow rockwool placement instructions in this manual. • Do NOT place rockwool directly over burner ports. • Replace rockwool material annually . Improperly placed rockwool interferes with proper burner operation. W ARNING E. Lava Rock, V ermiculite, Rockwool Plac[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 27 F . Log Removal/Replacement The log set should look similar to that in Figure 12.8. Figure 12.8 Reveal Log Set Figure 12.10 Remove Hearth Refractory - Step 1 Figure 12.1 1 Remove Hearth Refractory - Step 2 • Brush the lava rock away from the hearth refractory as shown in Figure 12.9. [...]

28 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 Handle glass with care. • Inspect the gasket to ensure it is undamaged. • Inspect the glass for cracks, chips or scratches. • Do NOT strike, slam or scratch glass. • Do NOT operate appliance with glass assembly removed, cracked, broken or scratched. • Replace glass assembly as[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 29 I. Air Shutter Setting • The logs and burner must be removed to access the air shutter . Refer to Section 12.F . • Remove the two screws attaching the front burner support to the fi rebox bottom. See Figure 12.16. Figure 12.16 Remove Screws Attaching Front Burner Support Figure 12.[...]

30 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 A. Before Operating This Appliance Have a quali fi ed technician: • Remove all shipping materials from inside and/or underneath the fi rebox. • Review proper placement of logs, rockwool, lava rock and vermiculite. • Check the wiring. • Check the air shutter adjustment. • Ens[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 31 B. Check Appliance Draft Check draft of appliance to verify proper venting conditions. • Close all windows and doors, turn on all exhaust fans in home. • Appliance is to be completely assembled to normal operating condition. • Turn on appliance and allow to operate for at least 10[...]

32 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light the pilot by hand. B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on t[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 33 Note: This appliance should be run three to four hour s on the initial star t-up. T ur n it of f and let it cool c ompletely . Clean glass door s (if installed). Close the doors (if inst alled) and run the applianc e for an additional 1 2 hour s. This will help cure the produc ts used i[...]

34 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 With proper installation, operation and maintenance your gas appliance will provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, this troubleshooting guide will assist a quali fi ed service person in the diagnosis of a problem and the corrective action to be taken. Th[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 35 Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Actions 4. Pilot sparks, but pilot will not light. A. Correct gas supply . V erify that incoming gas line ball valve is “open”. Verify that inlet pressure reading is within acceptable limits, inlet pressure must not exceed 14 in. w .c. B. Ignitor g[...]

36 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 Although the frequency of appliance servicing and maintenance will depend on use and the type of installation, a quali fi ed service technician should perform an appliance check-up at the beginning of each heating season. Fire Risk Explosion Risk Inspect external vent cap regularly . ?[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 37 Inspect Maintenance T asks Doors, surrounds and fronts 1. Assess condition of screen and replace as necessary . Recommend addition of screen if one is not present. 2. Inspect for scratches, dents or other damage and repair as necessary . 3. V erify no obstructions to air fl ow through [...]

38 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 A. Appliance Dimension Diagram Dimensions are actual appliance dimensions. Use for reference only . For framing dimensions and clearances refer to Sec- tion 3. 1 6 16 Reference Materials Model A B C RBV4236 in. 41 36 23-3/4 mm 1041 914 603 RBV4842 in. 47 42 29-3/4 mm 1 194 1067 756 A 21[...]

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40 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 B. Service Parts List Exploded Parts Diagram 36 in. and 42 in. REVEAL Gas Fireplace - BV Service Parts RBV4236 & RBV4842 Beginning Manufacturing Date: N/A Ending Manufacturing Date: Active 21 4 3 2 - Outside Air Assembly 5 6 (duct sold separately) (Air Handle) 17 16 18 19 23 22 20 1[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 41 Service Parts List 36 in. and 42 in. REVEAL Gas Fireplace - BV (parts listed in bold italics are critical parts) Service Parts RBV4236 & RBV4842 Beginning Manufacturing Date: N/A Ending Manufacturing Date: Active # Description of Part RBV4236IT RBV4236IH RBV4842IT RBV4842IH Qty . re[...]

42 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 4 5 6 2 1 3 3 7 9 10 8 Exploded Parts Diagram 36 in. and 42 in. REVEAL Gas Fireplace - BV Service Parts RBV4236 & RBV4842 Beginning Manufacturing Date: N/A Ending Manufacturing Date: Active[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 43 Service Parts List 36 in. and 42 in. REVEAL Gas Fireplace - BV (parts listed in bold italics are critical parts) Service Parts RBV4236 & RBV4842 Beginning Manufacturing Date: N/A Ending Manufacturing Date: Active # Description of Part RBV4236IT RBV4236IH RBV4842IT RBV4842IH Qty . re[...]

44 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 Exploded Parts Diagram 36 in. and 42 in. REVEAL Gas Fireplace - BV Service Parts RBV4236 & RBV4842 Beginning Manufacturing Date: N/A Ending Manufacturing Date: Active 1 1 4 4 2 5 2 6 3 3 7 9 10 8 12 11[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 45 Service Parts List 36 in. and 42 in. REVEAL Gas Fireplace - BV (parts listed in bold italics are critical parts) Service Parts RBV4236 & RBV4842 Beginning Manufacturing Date: N/A Ending Manufacturing Date: Active # Description of Part RBV4236IT RBV4236IH RBV4842IT RBV4842IH Qty . re[...]

46 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 C. Optional Components RC-SMART -HTL Remote Control RC-BA TT -HTL Battery Operated Remote Control (Standing Pilot) SMART -ST A T -HTL Remote control with Thermostat Control SMART -BA TT -HTL Battery-operated Remote Control with Thermostat Control DF361B DF421B Fixed Glass Doors ID4 Insu[...]

Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 47 Gas Appliance (Fireplace) Limited Lifetime W arranty HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC. (“HHT”) extends the following warranty for HEA TILA TOR ® gas appliances installed in the United States of America or Canada (the "Appliance"). Dealers and employees of HHT have no au[...]

48 Heatilator • RBV4236/RBV4842 • 4048-210 Rev K • 02/07 E. Contact Information Hearth & Home T echnologies Inc. 1915 W . Saunders Street Mt. Pleasant, Iowa 52641 www .heatilator .com - NOTES - DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL CAUTION • Important operating and maintenance instructions included. • Leave this manual with party responsible for[...]