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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 1 Model(s): QVI-30FB-S • Do not store or use gasoline or other fl am- mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. • What to do if you smell gas - Do not try to light any appliance - Do not touch any electrical switch. Do not use any phone in your building. - [...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 2 Congratulations Listing Label Information/Location Model Name: ___________________________________________ Date purchased/installed: __________________ Serial Number: __________________________________________ Location on appliance: ____________________ Dealership purchased from: __________[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 3 T able of Contents 1 Listing and Code Approvals A. Appliance Certi fi cation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 B. BTU Speci fi cations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 C. High Altitude Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 4 Note : T o assure top performance, safety and ef fi ciency , inserts must be installed with an approved fl ue liner as per CAN/CGA B-149 or National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 and these instructions. Not e: This installation must c onform wi th local c odes. In the absenc e of local c odes y[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 5 Quadra-Fire gas inserts are designed for recessed installa- tions into solid fuel masonry or factory built non-combustible fi replaces that have been installed in accordance with the National, Provincial, State and local building codes. Prior to installing the gas insert: • Have the chim[...]

  • Page 6

    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 6 D. Inspect Firebox Surface cracking or crazing of fi rebrick material is normal and expected. The following types of cracks are acceptable and do not require replacement of the unit or the fi rebox: • Cracks that do not propagate entirely through the material. • Light fracture lines o[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 7 3 3 F ireplace Size Requirements Figure 3.1 Fireplace Opening NOTE: For actual appliance dimensions refer to Section 15. B 2 in. 50.8 mm A C TOP VIEW D FRONT VIEW MINIMUM FIREPLACE SIZE Location QVI30FB-S Inches Millimeters A Front Width 30-1/4 768.4 B Rear Width 19 482.6 C Depth 14-1/8 358[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 8 B. Clearances Figure 3.2 Clearances to Mantels or other Combustibles above Appliance Fire Risk. • Locate and install appliance to all clearance speci fi cations in manual. Fire Risk. Odor Risk. • Clearance to combustible material under the insert is 1/4 inch (0.6 cm). • Use leveling [...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 9 Fire Risk. Asphyxiation Risk. • T erminations MUST meet minimum clearances. • Exhaust gases are hot. • Nearby vents may draw fumes into house. A. V ent T ermination Minimum Clearances Figure 4.1 speci fi es minimum vent heights for various pitched roofs. Roof Pitch H (Min.) Ft. Flat [...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 10 CAUTION ALL vent speci fi cations MUST be followed. • This product is tested and listed to these speci fi cations. • Appliance performance will suffer if speci fi cations are not followed. Figure 5.1 C. Measuring Standards V ertical measurements listed in the vent diagram (Figure 5.[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 11 6 6 Installation Preparation Fire Risk. A hearth or hearth extension (if present) must comply with either of the following: • The solid fuel burning fi replace manufacturer’s speci fi cation. • Local building codes required by authority having jurisdiction. • NFPA 211 Prepare the[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 12 A. V enting Components 7 7 Installing V ent P ipe and Appliance The vertical vent termination system installed on this model includes: • One 3-foot section stainless steel fl exible pipe (included with insert). • One length of 3-inch fl exible vent pipe for combustion air (included w[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 13 Figure 7.2 CUT AND BEND FLASHING AS NEEDED TO FIT CHIMNEY SEALANT ADHESIVE • T rim chimney top plate to minimize excess overhang or bend over fl ue tile (see Figure 7.2). • Place 3/8 inch bead of 300º F silicone on fl ue tile top. C. Placing, Securing and Leveling the Appliance • [...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 14 D. Installing Adaptor and T ermination Cap For installation of termination cap see minimum vent heights for various pitched roofs (see Figure 7.3). T o install adaptor see Figure 7.4. Roof Pitch H (Min.) Ft. Flat to 6/12.................... 1.0* Over 6/12 to 7/12 ........1.25* Over 7/12 to[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 15 • 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 fi ttings and connections of appliance w[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 16 Fire hazard. Do NOT change the valve settings. • This valve has been preset at the factory . • Changing valve settings may result in fi re hazard or bodily injury . HIGH AL TITUDE INST ALLA TIONS U.L. Listed gas appliances are tested and approved without requiring changes for elevatio[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 17 A. Wiring the Appliance 9 9 Elect rical Infor mation Note : This appliance must be electrically wired and grounded in accordance with local codes or , in the absence of local codes, with National Electric Code ANSI/NFP A 70-latest edition or the Canadian Electric Code, CSA C221.1. ON/OFF S[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 18 B. Junction Box Installation Figure 9.2 Junction box installation JUNCTION BOX SIDEW ALL FEED PLUG THROUGH HOLE INSERT STRAIN RELIEF AROUND CORD IN THIS END FROM OUTSIDE OF UNIT SCREW PROVIDED Optional Accessories Connecting the electrical junction box is required if using a blower or remo[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 19 Figure 9.4 Fan Wiring Diagram NOTE: IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL WIRE AS SUPPLIED WITH THE APPLIANCE MUST BE REPLACED, IT MUST BE REPLACED WITH TYPE 105 0 C RA TED WIRE. JUNCTION BOX V ARIABLE SPEED CONTROL TEMPERA TURE SENSOR SWITCH WHT GRN BLK BLK 1 10-120 V AC BLOWER BLOWER RECEPT ACLE BLK BL[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 20 A. Mantel Projections Figure 10.1 shows the minimum vertical and corresponding maximum horizontal dimensions of appliance mantels or other combustible projections above the top front edge of the appliance, not the surround. 1 0 10 Fin ishing Figure 10 .1 Clearances to Mantels or other Comb[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 21 Figure 1 1.1 Placement of Embers EMBER MA TERIAL (TOP SURF ACE, AND FRONT) BURNER P AN AIR SHUTTER 1 1 11 Appliance Setup A. Remove Shipping Materials Remove shipping materials from inside or underneath the fi rebox. B. Clean the Appliance Clean/vacuum any sawdust that may have accumulate[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 22 E. Positioning the Logs Log Assembly: LOGS-QVI30FB 1 1 6 6 2 2 4 4 7 7 5 5 3 3 Log Placement CAUTION: Logs are fragile! Carefully remove the logs from the packaging. LOG #1 (SR V2020-140): Place log #1 by locating the legs of log over the air de fl ector . The notch or the back side of th[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 23 LOG #3 (2020-142): Position log #3 by locating its slot over the tab on the front right of the burner . The slot in the right end of the log slides over grate. Slide log all the way back on tab and grate. LOG #2 (SR V2020-141): Position log #2 by locating its slot over the tab on the front[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 24 LOG #6 (SRV340-705): Place log #6 across log #1 and log #5. The notch in the bottom of log #6 rests in the carved out section on top of log #5 and the left end of the log sits in the horizontal carved out section of log #1. LOG #7 (SR V740-707): Place log #7 across logs #1 and #3 in the gr[...]

  • Page 25

    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 25 Figure 1 1.16 Glass Assembly F . Glass Assembly Removing Glass Assembly There are two glass latches on the bottom of glass assembly . • T o release glass assembly , pull latch forward and allow to retract away from glass assembly . • Remove glass assembly after both latches have been r[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 26 Fire Risk. Explosion Risk. Gas may build up while lighting pilot. • Remove glass assembly before lighting pilot. • Replace glass assembly after lighting pilot. A. Before Lighting Appliance This appliance has a Standing Pilot Ignition. Before operating this appliance have a qualified te[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 27 B. Lighting Appliance Standing Pilot Ignition 1. T urn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed. 2. Open control access panel. 3. Move switch to “OFF” position. 4. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clock- wise to OFF”. Do not force. 5. Close cont[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 28 C. Check Pilot Flame Appearance Pilot fl ame must contact the thermocouple and thermopile for reliable appliance operation. • Pilot fl ame should be as shown in Figure 12.1. D. After Appliance is Lit Initial Break-in Procedure When you light the appliance, you may notice that it pro- d[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 29 E. Frequently Asked Questions Fire Risk. High T emperatures. Keep combustible household items away from appliance. Do NOT obstruct combustion and ventilation air . • Do NOT place combustible items on top of or in front of appliance. • Keep furniture, draperies away from appliance. Smok[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 30 A. Standing Pilot Ignition System 1 3 13 T roubleshooting 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 diagnosi[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 31 T roubleshooting (continued) Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action 3. Continued c. Defective valve. T urn the valve knob to the ON position. Place the ON/OFF switch in the ON position. Check the millivolt meter a the thermopile terminals. The millivolt meter should read greater than 125[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 32 1 4 14 Maintaining and Ser vicing Appliance 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 checkup at the beginning of each heating season. Annual inspection by qua[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 33 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 the[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 34 Figure 15.1 Appliance Dimensions D F E H G ELECTRICAL ACCESS (IF EQUIPPED) GAS INLET C A B 2-1/16 in. 52 mm 1-9/16 in. 40 mm 3-9/16 in. 91 mm 1-1/16 in. 28 mm 2-1/2 in. 64 mm 4 in. 102 mm 13-3/4 in. 350 mm 3-1/8 in. 80 mm 6-5/8 in. 169 mm Tw o ø 2-13/16 in. 71 mm 9-9/16 in. 142 mm REF 1 5[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 35 B. V ent Kits Components Direct V ent Flex Liner Kits (see Figure 15.2) LINK-DV -30B or (LINK-DV -30): Masonry 3 inch fl ex liner kit. Expands to 30 feet. Includes: two liners, termination cap, fl ashing, and link adapter . LINK-DV4-30B or (LINK-DV4-30): Masonry 3 inch fl ex liner kit. [...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 36 Service Parts Diagram QVI-30FB-S R C. Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Oct. 2007 Ending Manufacturing Date:_____ Part number list on following page. Log Set Assembly 4 1 6 2 7 3 5 8 9 10 11 12 13 14[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 37 QVI-30FB-S Service Parts List IMPORT ANT : THIS IS DA TED INFORMA TION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number . All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer . Stocked at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTI[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 38 Service Parts Diagram QVI-30FB-S R C. Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Oct. 2007 Ending Manufacturing Date:______ IMPORT ANT : THIS IS DA TED INFORMA TION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number . All parts l[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 39 D. Limited Lifetime W arranty Î[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 40 D. Limited Lifetime W arranty (continued)[...]

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    Quadra-Fire • QVI-30FB-S • 2020-910 Rev . H • 6/09 41 Quadra-Fire, a brand of Hearth & Home T echnologies Inc. 7571 215th Street West www .quadra fi re.com E. Contact Information Please contact your Quadra-Fire dealer with any questions or concerns. For the location of your nearest Quadra-Fire dealer , please visit www .quadra fi re.com[...]