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  • Page 1

    - 1 - INSTALLER: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL - LEAVE FOR HOMEOWNER Direct V ent Rear V ent Model BHDR36 DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPOURS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. FOR YOUR SAFETY WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: * Do not try to light any appliance. * Do not touch any electric switch. • Do not us[...]

  • Page 2

    - 2 - T ABLE OF CONTENTS PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE. Thank you and congratulations on your purchase. IMPORTANT: R ead all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty. Instal[...]

  • Page 3

    - 3 - IMPORTANT: PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY Remove any plastic from trim parts before turning the fireplace ON. It is normal for fireplaces fabricated of steel to give off some expansion and/or contraction noises during the start up or cool down cycle. Similar noises are found with your furnace heat exchanger or car engine. It is not unu[...]

  • Page 4

    - 4 - A 36" 914mm B 34 1/4" 870mm C 21" 533mm D 33" 838mm E 24" 610mm F 16" 406mm G 19" 483mm H 23 7/8" 606mm I 27 1/2" 698mm J6 3/4" 171mm K 10" 254mm L 13 1/2" 343mm M 41 5/8" 1057mm N 58 7/8" 1495mm O 29 7/8" 748mm ROD 16 1/2" 419mm ROW 36 1/2" 927mm ROH 35"[...]

  • Page 5

    - 5 - Ref. Mantel Ref. Mantel From Mantel Leg from Depth Top Louvre Fireplace Side V 10" (254 mm) A 12" (305 mm) 10" (254mm) W 8" (203 mm) B 10" (254 mm) 8" (203mm) X 6" (152 mm) C 8" (203 mm) 6" (152mm) Y 4" (101 mm) D 6" (152 mm) 4" (101mm) Z 2" ( 51 mm) E 4" (101 mm) 2" ([...]

  • Page 6

    - 6 - Do not use this fireplace if any part of it has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the fireplace and replace any part of the control which has been under water. Cold climate installation recommendation: When installing this unit against a non- insulated exterior wall or chase, it is mandatory that the[...]

  • Page 7

    - 7 - P I L O T TPTH TP TH SIT VALVE 1/2" GAS SUPPLY 1/2" X 3/8" REDUCER 3/8" NIPPLE 3/8" NIPPLE 3/8" NIPPLE 3/8" X 3/8" SHUT OFF VALVE 3/8" UNION When using copper or flex connector use only approved fittings. Always provide a union when using black iron pipe so that gas line can be easily disconnected [...]

  • Page 8

    - 8 - V V V V V V V V V X X X D E B B B C B M B A J K A F L G G TERMINATION CAP AIR SUPPLY INLET GAS METER RESTRICTED AREA (TERMINATION PROHIBITED) H I Fixed Closed Fixed Closed Openable Openable Fixed Closed G G N N Your fireplace is approved to be vented either through the side wall, or vertical through the roof. - Only Majestic venting component[...]

  • Page 9

    - 9 - Fig. 11 Outside Corner Inside Corner Termination Clearances Termination clearances for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors. A = Combustible 6"(152mm) Noncombustible 2"(50mm) B = Combustible 6"(152mm) Noncombustible 2"(50mm) A Balcony - with no side wall G = Combustible& Non-Combustible 12"(305m[...]

  • Page 10

    - 10 - Combustible Walls. Cut a 10-3/8"H x 9-3/8"W (265mm x 240mm) hole through the exterior wall and frame as shown. Fig. 14. Non-Combustible Walls: Hole opening must be 7.5" (190mm) in diameter. To locate hole centre consult with appropriate fireplace specifications, page 4. #8 SCREWS(2) ADJUSTABLE ZERO CLEARANCE SLEEVE ADJUSTABLE [...]

  • Page 11

    - 11 - FINISHED WALL VENT TERMINATION (7DVRVT) Fig. 16 STEP 5 Guide the vent termination 4" collar into the 4" pipe then the 7" collar into the 7" pipe. Do not force the venting into position. If the pipes do not line up with the termination collars, disassemble elbows or pipes and reattach to the fireplace collar. (Fig. 16) STE[...]

  • Page 12

    - 12 - VERTICAL SIDEWALL APPLICATIONS The maximum number of 90 degree elbows per side wall installation is four (4), (includes 7DVRT90 off back of unit) The maximum number of 45 degree elbows permitted per side wall installation is two (2). These elbows can be installed in either the vertical or horizontal run. When one 90 o elbow is installed dire[...]

  • Page 13

    - 13 - SEE PAGE 15 FOR VENTING REQUIREMENTS FOR SNORKELS. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 eg: A eg: B VERTICAL DIMENSION FROM THE FLOOR OF THE UNIT TO THE CENTRE OF THE HORIZONTAL VENT PIPE Fig. 21 HOW TO USE THE VENT GRAPH 1. Determine the height of the [...]

  • Page 14

    - 14 - X STEP 2 Fig. 25. Measure wall thickness and cut adjustable zero clearance sleeve parts to proper length (MAXIMUM 12"). Adjust sleeve to minimum (9-3/8" x 9-3/8") and attach to firestop with #8 sheet metal screws (supplied). Install firestop assembly. #8 SCREWS(2) ADJUSTABLE ZERO CLEARANCE SLEEVE ADJUSTABLE ZERO CLEARANCE SLEE[...]

  • Page 15

    - 15 - BELOW GRADE INSTALLATIONS When it is not possible to meet the required vent termi- nal clearances of 12 inches (305mm) above grade level a model #7DVSKS vent kit is recommended. It allows installation depth of down to 7 inches (178mm) below grade level. The 7 inches is measured from the centre of the horizontal vent pipe as it penetrates thr[...]

  • Page 16

    - 16 - Fig. 36 The minimum height of the vent above the highest point of penetration throught the roof is 2 feet. See Fig. 36. TYPICAL STRAIGHT-UP INSTALLATION 40 FEET (12.2m) ATTIC INSULATION SHIELD JOISTS ROOF VENT TERMINATION ATTIC INSULATION ROOF SUPPORT STORM COLLAR ROOF FLASHING 2' Min. CEILING JOISTS 1. Locate your fireplace. 2. Plumb t[...]

  • Page 17

    - 17 - CRIMPED END VENTING COMPONENTS 7DVRVT - Through the wall Rear Vent Termination Starter Kit -Model 7DVSK - Sidewall Venting Starter Kit - Model 7DVSKV - Vertical Venting for 7DVSKV-A order 1/12 to 6/12 roof pitch for 7DVSKV-B order 7/12 to 12/12 roof pitch for 7DVSKV-F order flat roof Starter Kit - Model 7DVSKS -Snorkel Kit for Below Grade In[...]

  • Page 18

    - 18 - GENERAL INFORMA TION ON ASSEMBLING THE TWIST LOCK VENT PIPES When using CFM Majestic twist lock pipe it is not neces- sary to use silicone to seal the twist lock joints. The only areas that need silicone are the collars on the fireplace, the telescoping pipe (if used) and the horizontal termina- tion connection (when necessary). To join the [...]

  • Page 19

    - 19 - Fig. 40 Combustible Walls. Cut a 10-3/8"H x 9-3/8"W (265mm x 240mm) hole through the exterior wall and frame as shown. Fig. 40. Non-Combustible Walls: Hole opening must be 7.5" (190mm) in diameter. To locate hole centre consult with appropriate fireplace specifications, page 4. (240mm) 9- 3/8 " 10- 3/8 " (265mm) 7- 1[...]

  • Page 20

    - 20 - The maximum horizontal vent run is 20 feet (6100mm) when the vertical vent rise is 7.5 feet (2286mm). Fig. 43 Fig. 43 VERTICAL SIDEWALL INSTALLATIONS Since it is very important that the venting system maintain its balance between the combustion air intake and the flue gas exhaust, certain limitations as to vent configurations apply and must [...]

  • Page 21

    - 21 - INSERT Fig. 46 The maximum number of elbow degrees in a system is 270 o . (This does not include transition elbow from rear vent to vertical vent.) Fig. 46. Sample: 1 - 90 o 2 - 45 o 3 - 45 o 4 - 90 o Total - 270 o 90" 2286mm 120" 3048mm 84" 2134mm 90 o elbow=3' Fig. 45 SEE PAGE 23 FOR VENTING REQUIREMENTS FOR SNORKELS. 3[...]

  • Page 22

    - 22 - VENT SIDEWALL INSTALLATION *IMPORTANT* Minimum clearance between vent pipes and combustible materials is one (1") inch (25 mm) on bottom, sides and top. Vent Starter Kit 7TDVSK, plus Transition Elbow 7TDVRT90 must be used in Vertical Sidewall installations. The 4" pipe must be centred inside the 7" pipe coming off the 7TDVRT90[...]

  • Page 23

    - 23 - X Sealing vent pipe and firestop gaps with high temperature sealant will restrict cold air being drawn in around fireplace. Fig. 54 STEP 5 (Fig. 54) Use the appropriate length of pipe section – telescopic or fixed – and install. The 20" section of pipe which goes through the wall is packaged with the 7TDVSK kit, and can be cut to su[...]

  • Page 24

    - 24 - DO NOT BACK FILL AROUND SNORKEL. SOIL SHOULD NOT BE LESS THAN 4" BELOW SNORKEL. FOUNDATION RECESS SNORKEL SCREWS WALL SCREWS SHEET METAL WATERTIGHT SEAL AROUND PIPE If the foundation is recessed, use recess brackets (not supplied) for securing lower portion of the snorkel. Fasten brackets to wall first and then secure to snorkel with se[...]

  • Page 25

    - 25 - 1. Locate your fireplace. 2. Plumb to centre of the (4") 90 o transition elbow (7TDVRT90) from ceiling above and mark position. 3. Cut opening equal to 9-3/8" x 9-3/8" (240 mm x 240 mm). 4. Proceed to plumb for additional openings through the roof. In all cases, the opening must provide a minimum of 1 inch clearance to the ven[...]

  • Page 26

    - 26 - TWIST LOCK VENTING COMPONENTS 7DVRVT - Through the wall Rear Vent Termination Starter Kit -Model 7TDVSK - Sidewall Venting Starter Kit - Model 7TDVSKV - Vertical Venting for 7TDVSKV-A order 1/12 to 6/12 roof pitch for 7TDVSKV-B order 7/12 to 12/12 roof pitch for 7TDVSKV-F order flat roof Starter Kit - Model 7TDVSKS -Snorkel Kit for Below Gra[...]

  • Page 27

    - 27 - GLASS FRAME REMOVAL 1. Shut off gas. 2. Let the fireplace cool if it has been operating. 3. Remove top louvre. (See Louvre Removal) 4. Open the lower louvre assembly. 5. Release the two clamps at the bottom of the window frame by pulling down on the clamp handles. 6. Lift off the glass frame as shown. 7. To reinstall glass follow the above p[...]

  • Page 28

    - 28 - 1 . Remove front glass. (See "Glass Removal" Section) 2. Remove logs from the packaging. As with all plastics — these are not toys and should be kept away from children and infants. 3. Place rear log (BH2) on rear bracket (ensure log is seated properly, leveled and centered to the unit), so it will not move from side to side and [...]

  • Page 29

    - 29 - The burner and control system consists of: • burner tube • gas orifices • pilot assembly • thermopile • millivolt gas valve Most of these components may require only an occasional checkup and cleaning and some may require adjustment. If repair is necessary, it should be performed by a qualified technician. 1. Turn off pilot light a[...]

  • Page 30

    - 30 - 4. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to "OFF". Do not force. 5. Close control access panel. 10. Push the control knob all the way in and hold. Immediately light the pilot by repeatedly depressing the piezo spark ignitor until a flame appears. Continue to hold the control knob in for about one (1) minute after the[...]

  • Page 31

    - 31 - • GAS SUPPLY ON • SUPPLY LINE HOOKED UP • SHUTOFF VALVE OPEN NO NO NO NO • LOCKOUT HAS ENGAGED. WAIT 60 SECONDS AND TRY AGAIN. • FOR SPARK AT ELECTRODE WHILE DEPRESSING PIEZO — 1/8" GAP TO PILOT HOOD NEEDED. • ALL WIRING CONNECTIONS • REPLACE PIEZO IGNITOR • FOR AIR IN THE LINES • THERMOPILE NEEDS A MINIMUM 325mV. AD[...]

  • Page 32

    - 32 - TROUBLE SHOOTING THE GAS CONTROL SYSTEM SIT 820 NOV A MILLIVOL T V AL VE START CHECK GLASS DOOR TO BE REMOVED BEFORE SERVICE WORK GAS SUPPLY ON • SHUTOFF VALVE OPEN • CONFIRM GAS HOOK-UP LIGHT PILOT WITH PIEZO IGNITION • ELECTRODE GAP MIN. 1/8" • ELECTRODE CRACKED • ELECTRODE CABLE ATTACHED • PIEZO IGNITOR GENERATES SPARK ?[...]

  • Page 33

    - 33 - REPLACEMENT P AR TS LIST D ESCRIPTION BHDR36 1. Log Set Complete 10001818 1a. Log Front BH1 1b. Log Rear BH2 1c. Log Top Left BH3 1d. Log Top Right BH4 2. Lava Rock (Package) 10001454 3. Burner Tube Assembly 10001811 4a. Orifice Burner (Nat) SEE RATING PLATE FOR ORIFICE SIZE 4b. Orifice Burner (Prop) S EE RATING PLATE FOR ORIFICE SIZE 5a. Or[...]

  • Page 34

    - 34 - 27 26 24 25 22 4 a/b 17 16 11 9 15 13 31 32 33 30 30 29 21 23 19 a/b 5 a/b 34 2 28 36 35 12 L O H I PILOT ADJ PILOT ON OFF 7 a/b 20 a/b 18 8 a/b 3 6 a/b 10 15 14 #1 - COMPLETE LOG SET #1 - COMPLETE LOG SET 1c 1d 1b 1a REPLACEMENT P ARTS[...]

  • Page 35

    - 35 - 1. Slide fan assembly from the left side into fireplace opening, line up mounting holes with screw studs on back of fireplace and fasten with #10-24 hex nuts. 2. Install thermal sensor on bottom of firebox using #10-24 hex nuts. 3. (Option A) - Place electronic fan speed control box on bottom of fireplace base, lining up mounting holes with [...]

  • Page 36

    - 36 - OPTIONAL CERAMIC REFRACTORY INSTALLATION 6. Hang Bay Window Frame assembly over existing glass frame. Do not remove existing glass frame 7. Re-install top louvre assembly. Remove all plastic from brass trims 8. Open the Bottom Bay Louvre door and screw two (2) self tapping screws (as per step 1 above) to the bottom of the unit where the hing[...]