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    INST ALLER / CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMA TION 20012697 8/07 Rev . 1 PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INST ALLING AND USING APPLIANCE. W ARNING! IF THE INFORMA TION IN THIS MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTL Y , A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MA Y RESUL T CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJUR Y OR LOSS OF LIFE. FOR YOUR SAFETY Installation and service must be performed[...]

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    2 2 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 PLEASE READ THE INST ALLA TION & OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE. Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a V ermont Castings stove. IMPORT ANT : Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a po[...]

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    3 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 The Ra dian ce D irec t V e nt Room H eate r , M odel Nos . R ADVTCB, R A DVT EB, R A DVT MB, R A DVT BS, R A DVTCH , R A DV T VG, R A DVT BD, R ADV T BB, R A DV TCG, R A DVTGG , R A DV TSG, R A DVTCC B, R A DVTCEB , R A DV TCMB , R A DV TCBS, R A D - V T CCH, R ADVTC VG, R ADVTCBD , R ADVTCBB, R ADVTCCG, [...]

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    4 4 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 29  " (758 mm) 31" (787 mm) 7" Outer Dia. (178 mm) Flue Collar L C 4  " (120 mm) 14  " (378 mm) ST126 RDV40 dimensions 10/99 RADIANCE 28" (71 1 mm) 5" (127 mm) 18  " (464 mm) Supply Inlet 9  " (241 mm) RADVT Models [...]

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    5 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 Installation Requirements The installation must conform with local codes or , in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFP A 54 - latest edition. (EXCEP- TION: Do not derate this appliance for altitude. Main- tain the manifold pressure at 3.5” w .c. for Natural Gas, and[...]

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    6 6 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 Parallel Installation: Minimum Clearance and Flue Centerline Fig. 3 Parallel installation, minimum back and side clear- ances, and flue centerlines. ST130     42" (1070mm) Min. Alcove Width 48" (1220mm) Max. Alcove Depth 6"[...]

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    7 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 Gas Specifications Max. Min. Inp ut Input Mo del Fuel Gas Control BT U /h BTU/h RADVT Series Nat Millivolt 38,000 25,000 RADVT Series Prop Millivolt 36,000 25,000 RADVTC Series Nat Comfort Control 38,000 25,000 RADVTC Series Prop Comfort Control 36,000 25,000 Weight: Fully assembled; 350 lbs. Natural LP ([...]

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    8 8 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 V ertical T ermination A vertical vent system must terminate no less than 8’ (2.44 m) and no more than 40’ (12 m) above the ap- pliance flue collar . A restrictor plate (supplied) must be used, where specified, in all vertically terminated vent systems. (Refer to Figure 8) NOTE: The restrictor plat[...]

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    9 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 V ent T ermination Clearances Y our stove is approved to be vented either through the side wall, or vertical through the roof. • CFM Corporation does not require any opening for inspection of vent pipe. • Only CFM Corporation, Simpson DuraV ent and Selkirk Corporation venting components specifi- cally[...]

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    10 10 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 V V V V V V V X X X D E B B B C B M B A J K F L VENT TERMINA TION AIR SUPPL Y INLET AREA WHERE TERMINAL IS NOT PERMITTED H I   Operable Operable Fixed Closed V B CFM145a DV T ermin Location 5/01/01 Rev . 12/05/01 sta INSIDE CORNER DET AIL V A G N N CFM145a General V ent[...]

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    1 1 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 Fig. 12 T ermination clearances. Outside Corner Inside Corner T ermination Clearances T ermination clearances for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors. G = Combustible 6" (152 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) F = Combustible 6" (152 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) G Balc[...]

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    12 12 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 V enting Requirements and Options Approved V ent System Components The Radiance Heater must be vented to the outdoors through an adjacent exterior wall or through the roof. The venting system must be comprised of the appropriate listed venting components specified on this page. These parts are availab[...]

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    13 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 V ertical T ermination Cap 4DT -VC CFM V ent Components The following kits are available to meet the needs of most installations. All pipe has a 7” outer diameter and includes a 4” diameter inner section. A (CG) designa- tion indicates the part is finished in Charcoal Gray paint. Consult your dealer [...]

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    14 14 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 ST720 Radiance slide stove back 7/30/02 djt ST720 Fig. 13 Slide stove back just far enough to access rear leg holes. Assembly Procedures Failure to position the parts in accor- dance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved for use with this heater may result in property [...]

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    15 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 ST347a JUV FK28 rheostat install 9/21/00 Rheostat Retaining Collar Rheostat Knob ST347a Fig. 18 Attach the fan rheostat. Rheostat Install the Optional Fan If you are installing the optional convection Fan Kit #2767 (FK26), continue here. It is easiest to install fan kit before connecting gas line. If you [...]

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    16 16 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 V enting System Assembly General Information The Radiance is approved for installation only with the vent components listed on Pages 12 and 13. Follow the vent component instructions exactly . For U.S. installations: The venting system must con- form with local codes and/or the current National Fuel Ga[...]

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    17 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 ST651 Fig. 23 Simpson Dura-V ent - install outer adapter pipe. ST652 dura v ent attach outer assy  4/20/01 djt ST649 dura vent attach inner assy 4/20/01 djt CEMENT ST649 Inner Adpater Pipe 1/4-20 x 3/8” Phil- lips Screws Fig. 22 Simpson DuraV ent - install inner adpater pipe. Install V ent Adap[...]

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    18 18 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 4. For CFM Vent Pipe only: If necessary , measure to determine the vertical length (X) of pipe required from the adapter pipe to the wall cutout centerline, including a 2” overlap at the joint. (Fig. 26) use a hacksaw or tin snips to trim the pipe as needed. ZCS103 Zero Clearance Sleeve & Firesto[...]

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    19 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 1 1. For CFM only: Install Charcoal Gray Pipe Rings (#7FSDRG) or Polished Brass Pipe Rings (#7FSDRP) at pipe joints, if desired. V ent T ermination Below Grade Install Snorkel Kit #7FSDVSKS when it is not possible to meet the required vent termination clearances of 12” (305 mm) above grade level. The sn[...]

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    20 20 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 7. Install the appropriate roof support and flashing, making certain that the upper flange of the flashing base is below the shingles. (Fig. 33) 8. Install appropriate pipe sections until the vent run reaches above the flashing. The enlarged ends of the vent sections always face downward. 9. Instal[...]

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    21 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697     Gasket Lock T ab Inlet End Outlet End ST922 T o T ermination T o Appliance Fig. 34 Joint connection. it by screwing the support plate to the top of the prop- erly framed ceiling joist opening, using screws provided. A round trim plate (TP)[...]

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    22 22 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 The Cathedral Ceiling Support (CCS) may be used in pitched or flat ceiling installations and comes with a support collar and a decorative two part square trim plate. Install by inserting the support box down through the framed joist opening (end with round hole first) in the ceiling using tin snips, [...]

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    23 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 from traffic areas such as walkways if it is less than 7’ (2.1 m) high. Refer to Pages 10, 1 1, Figures 1 1, 12 for more detail.     Snorkel T ermination Window Well 12” (305 mm) Minimum Clearance Above Grade Level to Air Intake Grade [...]

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    24 24 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 If the wall is brick or concrete, and contains no com- bustible material, a 7” (178 mm) round penetration hole is adequate. The wall thimble is not required. The perforated straps of the horizontal termination provide a method of attachment. These can either be threaded through the opening or wall th[...]

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    25 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 Minimum Height Above Roof ST934 minimum height 6/07 Minimum Roof Pitch Height Flat to 7/12 1’0” Over 7/12 to 8/12 1’6” Over 8/12 to 8/12 2’0” Over 9/12 to 10/12 2’6” Over 10/12 to 1 1/12 3’3” Over 1 1/12 to 12/12 4’0” Over 12/12 to 14/12 5’0” Over 14/12 to 16/12 6’0” Over 1[...]

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    26 26 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697     Rear Log LG488 Figure 48 2. Install the rear log by plac- ing it on the ember bed toward the back of the firebox. (Fig. 48) The log should touch the back wall of the firebox. When the log is in place, the two (2) notches on the bottom of the log [...]

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    27 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697     Figure 51 Left Cross Log Rear Log Right Cross Log Front Right Log Front Left Log Ember Bed LG490 Connect the Gas Supply Line Check the Rating Plate attached by a steel cable to the firebox, to confirm that you have the appropriate firebox for the t[...]

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    28 28 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 Install ON/OFF Switch The switch assembly parts are found in the parts bag. 1. Attach switch assembly to left rear side of stove shroud (when facing shroud) using two screws and existing holes in shroud. (Fig. 52) 2. Run wires down back of stove, under bottom of rear shroud to valve. 3. Attach wires to[...]

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    29 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 ST477 Stardance pilot location 10/4/00 Fig. 54 Pilot Assembly location. ST476 Pilot As- sembly Flame & T emperature Adjustment For stoves equipped with HI/LO valves, flame adjust- ment is accomplished by rotating the HI/LO adjustment knob located near the center of the gas control valve. (Fig. 55)[...]

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    30 30 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 3. Open control access panel. 4. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clock- wise to “OFF”. Do not force. 5. Close control access panel. 1. STOP! Read the safety information above. 2. Turn of f all electrical power to the fireplace. 3. Turn the On/Of f switch to “OFF” position, set the r[...]

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    31 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 T roubleshooting the Gas Control System (RADVT Series) NOTE : Before trouble shooting the gas control system, be sure external gas shut off is in the “On” position. SIT NOV A 820 MILLIVOL T V AL VE Symptom 1. Spark ignitor will not light 2. Pilot will not stay lit after carefully following lighting in[...]

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    32 32 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 Instructions for Comfort Control V alve RADVTC Series The Comfort Control valve allows remote control of temperature, fan and flame appearance. NOTE: The antenna should hang in free air away from grounded metal. Operation 1. If the manual switch is in remote position, switch it to LOCAL. (Fig. 57) 2. [...]

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    33 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 Auto Mode In the AUTO mode, the room temperature, set tem- perature, flame and fan levels will be shown. AUTO will appear next to both the flame and fan icons. When the control is in the AUTO mode, the main burner will turn on/off or modulate based on the heat needed to maintain the set temperature. The[...]

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    34 34 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 Light pilot burner Set manual switch to local or remote Release pilotstat knob. T urn pilotstat knob from PILOT to ON. If manual switch is set to LOCAL, did main burner light and fan turn on? T urn pilotstat knob to PILOT to turn off main burner . T urn pilotstat knob to OFF to turn valve completely of[...]

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    35 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 If the manual switch is set to REMOTE, press the mode button to display AUTO on the transmitter . Does the transmitter display the room and temperture setting? If the settings is above room temperture on the transmitter , does the main valve and fan turn on? T urn pilotstat knob to OFF to turn valve com- [...]

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    36 36 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 Conversion Precautions Before proceeding, turn control knob on valve to OFF and turn gas supply OFF . T urn OFF any electricity that may be going to the appliance. Fuel Conversion Instructions W ARNING! This conversion kit shall be installed by a qualified service agency in accordance with the manufac[...]

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    37 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 2. Remove and replace plug on lower right hand side of the valve; Red for LP and Blue for NG. (Page 32, Fig. 57) 3. Remove motor top cap using a standard slotted screwdriver . Depress and turn center plunger until arrow points to correct screw . Red for LP and Blue for NG. NOTE: Plunger will “snap” in[...]

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    38 38 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 Burner Orifice Conversion 1. Remove three (3) 3/8” nuts on bottom side of burner pan. (Fig. 72) 2. Carefully remove ember bed by tilting the right side up and lifting out toward the right side of the unit. (Fig. 73) CO144 RF Pilot conversion 6/07 djt Pilot Orifice CO1044 Fig. 71 Remove pilot orifi[...]

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    39 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 T able 3. Air Shutter Adjustment Natural Gas Natural Gas LP Model High Altitude RADVT/RADVC 1/2” Open 1/2” Open 1/2” Open T able 4. High Altitude Orifice [Required for altitudes above 2000’ (610 m) up to 4500’ (1,370 m)] Input (BTU/h) Model Orifice Part # Minimum Maximum RADVT/RADVTC #33 / 0.1[...]

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    40 40 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 Maintenance Y our Radiance Gas Heater will provide years of service with minimal upkeep. The following procedures will help ensure that your stove continues to function properly . Annual System Inspection Have the entire heater and venting system inspected annually by a qualified gas technician. Repla[...]

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    41 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 Gasket Replacement The Radiance Gas Heater uses a ‘tadpole’ type gasket to seal between the glass panel and the frame. In time, this gasket can become brittle and compressed and should be replaced. New gasket is available from your dealer . Shut off the gas supply and allow the stove to cool. Wear saf[...]

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    42 42 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 NOTE: IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL WIRE, AS SUP- PLIED WITH THE APPLIANCE, MUST BE RE- PLACED, IT MUST BE REPLACED WITH TYPE SF-2, 200°C WIRE OR ITS EQUIV ALENT . F AN JUNCTION BO X F AN PO WER CORD Strain Relief Chassis Ground B L K GRN GRN WHT O N / O FF R he o st at Chassis Ground RHEOST A T / SNAPST A T[...]

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    43 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 10 1a 40 14 16 7 42 45 12697 RADVT/RADVTC parts 6/07 djt 37a,b,c 47 LOCAL REMOTE ON • PILOT OFF • LED 6 7 8 15 26a,b 27a 27b 27c 29 30 28 31 33 32 34 35a,b 44 36a,b 9 43 22 23 13 21 1 1 12 20 48 3 5 4 25 38 19 17 18 24 46 41 1 1c 1b 1e 1d 2 50 CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in desi[...]

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    44 44 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 Radiance Direct V ent Gas Heater (continued) Models: R ADVT S eries: R A D V TC B, R ADVTEB, R ADVTMB, R ADV TBS, RA D V TC H , R ADVT VG, R AD V TBD , R ADVTBB, R ADVTC Series: R AD V TC G, R ADV T GG, R ADVTSG, R ADVTCC B, R A D V TCE B, R AD V TC MB, R AD V TCBS, RA D V TC CH, R AD V TCV G, R ADVTCB[...]

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    45 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 Fuel Conversion Kits Conversion Kit, NG to LP - RADVTC Kit 20012900 Conversion Kit, NG to LP - RADVT Kit 20012729 Conversion Kit, LP to NG - RADVTC Kit 20012902 Conversion Kit, LP to NG - RADVT Kit 20012899 High Altitude Conversion Kit Kit 20013135 35b. Pilot Orifice #35 - LP T op Convertible 10002269 36[...]

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    46 46 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 Radiance Direct V ent Gas Heater (continued) Models: R ADVT S eries: R A D V TC B, R ADVTEB, R ADVTMB, R ADV TBS, RA D V TC H , R ADVT VG, R AD V TBD , R ADVTBB, R ADVTC Series: R AD V TC G, R ADV T GG, R ADVTSG, R ADVTCC B, R A D V TCE B, R AD V TC MB, R AD V TCBS, RA D V TC CH, R AD V TCV G, R ADVTCB[...]

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    47 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 Optional Accessories Fan Kits FK26 Fan The FK26 fan helps distribute heated air from within the firebox out into the room. The fan is controlled by a snapstat that turns power on and off as the firebox tem- perature rises above and falls below a preset tempera- ture. A rheostat provides for variable fan[...]

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    51 Radiance Direct Vent Gas Heater 20012697 LIMITED LIFETIME W ARRANTY CFM Corporation (hereinafter referred to as CFM) warrants that all cast iron parts, the combustion chamber , ceramic burner , and heat exchanger of every V ermont Castings gas product will be free of defective material or workmanship during the period the product is owned by the[...]

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    410 Admiral Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5T 2N6 800-668-5323 • www .cfmcorp.com CFM Corporation[...]