Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product QVI-35FB-S Quadra-Fire
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Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 1 Model: QVI-35FB-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.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 2 Listing Label Information/Location Model Name: ___________________________________________ Date purchased/installed: __________________ Seri.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 3 Safety Alert Key: • DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury . • W ARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury .
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 4 B. Limited Lifetime W arranty Hearth & Home T echnologies LIMITED W ARRANTY Hearth & Home T echnologies (“HHT”) and its respecti.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 5 B. Limited Lifetime W arranty (continued) • This limited warranty does not extend to or include surface fi nish on the appliance or terminations, door gasketing, glass gasketing, glass discoloration, fi rebrick, pellet logs, kaowool or other ceramic insulating materials.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 6 B. BTU Speci fi cations MODELS: QVI-35B-S LABORA TOR Y : Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) TYPE: V ented Gas Appliance Heater STANDARD: ANSI Z21.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 7 2 2 Operat ing Instruc tions Figure 2.1 General Operating Parts B. Y our Fireplace W ARNING! DO NOT operate fi replace before read- ing and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate fi replace according to operating instructions could cause fi re or injury .
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 8 C. Clear Space W ARNING! DO NOT place combustible objects in front of the fi replace or block louvers. High temperatures may start a fi re. See Figure 2.2. Avoid placing candles and other heat-sensitive objects on mantel or hearth.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 9 H. Standing Pilot Ignition 1. Turn of f all electric power to the appliance if ser- vice 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”.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 10 Initial Break-in Procedure • The appliance should be run three to four hours continuously on high. • T urn the appliance off and allow it to completely cool. • Remove fi xed glass assembly .
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 1 1 Glass Cleaning Frequency: Seasonally By: Homeowner T ools Needed : Protective gloves, glass cleaner , drop cloth and a stable work surface. CAUTION! Handle fi xed glass assembly with care.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 12 B. Maintenance T asks-Service T echnician The following tasks must be performed by a quali fi ed technician. Gasket Seal and Glass Assembly Inspection Frequency: Annually By: Service T echnician T ools needed: Protective gloves, drop cloth and a stable work surface.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 13 Figure 3.1 Standing Pilot Flame Patterns.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 14 A. T ypical Appliance System NOTICE: Illustrations and photos re fl ect typical installations and are for design purposes only .
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 15 VERTICAL TERMINA TION CAP (SECTION 8F ) VENT PIPE (SECTION 8) MANTEL AND MANTEL LEG (SECTIONS 5 & 1 1) SURROUND HEARTH EXTENSION GAS LINE (SECTION 9) ACCESS THROUGH EXISTING MASONR Y OR WOODBURNING FIREPLACE Figure 4.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 16 B. Design and Installation Considerations Quadra-Fire gas inserts are designed for installations into solid fuel masonry or factory built fi replaces that have been installed in accordance with the National, Provin- cial, State and local building codes.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 17 5 5 F ireplace Size Requirements A. Minimum Fireplace Opening Minimum fi replace opening requirements are shown in Figure 5.1. W ARNING! Risk of Fire or Burns! Provide adequate clearance around air openings and for service access.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 18 B. Mantel and W all Projections W ARNING! Risk of Fire! Comply with all minimum clear- ances to combustibles as speci fi ed. Framing or fi nishing material closer than the minimums listed must be construct- ed entirely of noncombustible materials (i.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 19 A. V ent T ermination Minimum Clearances Roof Pitch H (Min.) Ft. Flat to 6/12...........................................................1.0* Over 6/12 to 7/12 ...............................
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 20 7 7 Installation Preparation Prepare the existing solid fuel masonry or factory built non-combustible fi rebox for installation. A. Inspection and Cleaning Prior to installing the gas insert: • Have the chimney and adjacent structure inspected and cleaned by quali fi ed professionals.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 21 B. V enting Components CAUTION! Risk of Cuts/Abrasions/Flying Debris. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during instal- lation.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 22 Figure 8.2 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 8.2). • Place 3/8 inch bead of 300º F silicone on fl ue tile top.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 23 F . Installing Adaptor and T ermination Cap For installation of termination cap see minimum vent heights for various pitched roofs (see Figure 8.5) . T o install adaptor see Figure 8.6. Roof Pitch H (Min.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 24 A. Fuel Conversion • Make sure the appliance is compatible with available gas types. • Conversions must be made by a quali fi ed technician (NFI certi fi ed or factory-trained) using Hearth & Home T echnologies speci fi ed and approved parts.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 25 ON OFF ON/OFF SWITCH REMOTE SWITCH PIGTAIL OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH, THERMOSTAT OR REMOTE STANDING PILOT WHT RED VALVE B. Standing Pilot Ignition System Wiring • The standing pilot ignition system wiring DOES NOT require a 1 10 V AC supply to operate.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 26 C. Junction Box Installation Figure 10.3 Junction box installation JUNCTION BOX SIDEW ALL FEED PLUG THROUGH HOLE INSERT STRAIN RELIEF AROUN.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 27 Figure 10.5 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.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 28 A. Mantel and W all Projections W ARNING! Risk of Fire! Comply with all minimum clear- ances to combustibles as speci fi ed. Framing or fi nishing material closer than the minimums listed must be construct- ed entirely of noncombustible materials (i.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 29 A. Remove Glass Assembly See Section 12.G. B. Remove the Shipping Materials Remove shipping materials from inside or underneath the fi rebox. C. Clean the Appliance Clean/vacuum any sawdust that may have accumulated inside the fi rebox or underneath in the control cavity .
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 30 F . Install the Log Assembly Log Set Assembly: LOGS-CFXGB For Models: FB-GRAND-S, QVI35FB-S This model uses locating tabs to positively locate the logs with respect to the grate assembly . LOG NUMBER 1 (SR V768-701): Place log #1 onto the grate.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 31 LOG NUMBER 3 (SR V768-705): Position log #3 onto grate such that tab D fi ts into slot on bottom surface of log. Push down until log is sitting fl at on grate. LOG NUMBER 2 (SR V768-704): Position log #2 onto grate such that tab C fi ts into the slot on the bottom surface of the log.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 32 LOG NUMBER 4 (SR V582-705): Place log #4 across both fl at spots on log #1 and log #3, with the “Y” in log #4 placed on log #1. The back of log #4 should make contact with the back of the fi rebox.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 33 H. Air Shutter Setting Air shutter settings should be adjusted by a quali fi ed in- staller at the time of installation. The air shutter is set at the factory for minimum vertical vent run.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 34 A. Standing Pilot Ignition System 1 3 13 T roubl es hooting With proper installation, operation, and maintenance your gas appliance will provide years of trouble-free service.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 35 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.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 36 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.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 37 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 .
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 38 C. Service Parts QVI-35FB-S Beginning Manufacturing Date: Dec. 2008 Ending Manufacturing Date: ______ Service Parts Diagram Part number list on following page.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 39 C. Service Parts List QVI-35FB-S 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 .
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 40 Service Parts QVI-35FB-S Beginning Manufacturing Date: Dec. 2008 Ending Manufacturing Date: ______ V alve Assembly Diagram/ Parts List 11 12 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 7 6 5 IMPORT ANT : THIS IS DA TED INFORMA TION.
Quadra-Fire • QVI-35FB-S • 2178-900 Rev . B • 12/08 41 Quadra-Fire, a brand of Hearth & Home T echnologies Inc. 7571 215 th Street West, Lakeville, MN 55044 www .quadra fi re.com D. Contact Information Please contact your Quadra-Fire dealer with any questions or concerns.
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