Superior Indoor Fireplace SLBV 35NE User Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
B-Vent Gas Fireplaces  
SLBV 35/40 Models  
P/N 506009-02 Rev. B 06/2011  
This manual is one of a set of two supporting this product.  
Refer to P/N 506010-02 for Care and Operation Instructions.  
MODELS  
MILLIVOLT:  
ELECTRONIC:  
Ce manuel est disponible en francais, simplement  
en faire la demande. Numéro de la pièce 506223-19.  
SLBV-35NM  
SLBV-35PM  
SLBV-40NM  
SLBV-40PM  
SLBV-35NE  
SLBV-40NE  
ITS Report No. 100017854  
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.  
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.  
INSTALLATEUR : Laissez cette notice avec l'appareil.  
CONSOMMATEUR : Conservez cette notice pour  
consultation ultérieure.  
Please read and understand these instructions  
BEFORE starting installation.  
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WARNING AVERTISSEMENT AVISO  
• HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE  
BURNS.  
• DO NOT TOUCH GLASS  
UNTIL COOLED.  
• UNE SURFACE VITRÉE CHAUDE  
PEUT CAUSER DES BRÛLURES.  
• LAISSER REFROIDIR LA SURFACE  
VITRÉE AVANT D'Y TOUCHER.  
• EL VIDRIO CALIENTE  
CAUSARÁ QUEMADURAS.  
• USTED DEBE NUNCA  
TOCAR EL VIDRIO CALIENTE.  
• NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN  
TO TOUCH GLASS.  
• NE PERMETTEZ JAMAIS À UN ENFANT • LOS NIÑOS DEBEN NUNCA  
DE TOUCHER LA SURFACE VITRÉE.  
TOCAR EL VIDRIO.  
WARNING: If the information in these instructions  
is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may  
result, causing property damage, personal injury,  
or death.  
AVERTISSEMENT : Assurez-vous de bien suivre les  
instructions données dans cette notice pour réduire au  
minimum le risque d’incindie ou d’explosion ou pour  
éviter tout dommage matériel, toute blessure ou la mort.  
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable  
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other  
appliance.  
- Ne pas entreposer ni utilizer d’essence ni d’autres vapeurs  
ou liquides inflammables dans le voisinage de cet appareil  
ou de tout autre appareil.  
- 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.  
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a  
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s  
instructions.  
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire  
department.  
- Installation and service must be performed by a  
qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.  
- QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE GAZ :  
• Ne pas tenter d’allumer d’appareil.  
• Ne touchez à aucan interrupteur. Ne pas vous servir des  
téléphones se trouvant dans le bâtiment où vous trouvez.  
• Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de gaz depuis  
un voisin. Suivez les instructions du fournisseur.  
• Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur de gaz,  
appelez le service des incindies.  
- L’installation et l’entretien doivent être assurés par un  
installateur ou un service d’entretien qualifié ou par le  
fournisseur de gaz.  
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Installation must conform to local codes, or, in  
GENERAL INfORMATION  
the absence of local codes, with the National  
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 (latest  
edition), or the Natural Gas and Propane Instal-  
lation Code, CAN/CSA B149.1 (latest edition).  
(continued)  
WARNING  
Improper installation, adjust-  
ment, alteration, service or  
maintenance can cause injury  
or property damage. Refer to  
this manual. For assistance or  
additional information consult  
a qualified installer, service  
agency or the gas supplier.  
The appliance, when installed, must be electri-  
cally grounded and wired in accordance with  
localcodesor,intheabsenceoflocalcodes,with  
the USA National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA  
70 (latest edition) or, in Canada, the Canadian  
Electrical Code, CSA C22.1 (latest edition).  
Note: Installation and repair should be done  
by a qualified service person. The appliance  
should be inspected before use and at least  
annually by a professional service person.  
More frequent cleaning may be required due  
to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding  
material,etcetera.Itisimperativethatcontrol  
compartments, burners and circulating air  
passageways of the appliance be kept clean.  
Remarque : Linstallation et la répara-  
tion devrait être confiées à un technicien  
qualifié. Lappareil devrait faire l’objet  
d’uneinspectionparuntechnicienprofes-  
sionnel avant d’être utilisé et au moins  
une fois l’an par la suite. Des nettoyages  
plusfréquentspeuventêtrenécessairessi  
les tapis, la literie, et cetera produisent  
une quantité importante de pous-sière.  
Il est essentiel que les compartiments  
abritant les commandes, les brûleurs  
et les conduits de circulation d’air de  
l’appareil soient tenus propres.  
Provide adequate clearances around air open-  
ings and adequate accessibility clearance for  
service and proper operation. Never obstruct  
the front opening of the appliance.  
WARNING  
These appliances are designed to operate on  
natural or propane gas only. The use of other  
fuels or combination of fuels will degrade  
the performance of this system and may be  
dangerous.  
Failure to comply with these  
installation instructions will  
result in an improperly installed  
and operating appliance, void-  
ing its warranty. Any change to  
this appliance and/or its operat-  
ing controls is dangerous.  
These fireplaces are designed as supplemental  
heaters; therefore, it is advisable to have an  
alternate primary heat source when installed  
in a dwelling.  
WARNING  
Clothing or other flammable  
material should not be placed  
on or near the appliance.  
MILLIVOLT MOdELS: The millivolt appliances  
are manually controlled and feature a spark  
igniter (piezo) that allows the appliance's pilot  
gas to be lit without the use of matches or bat-  
teries. This system provides continued service  
in the event of a power outage.  
do not use these appliances if any part  
has been under water. Immediately call a  
qualified, professional service technician  
to inspect the appliance and to replace  
any parts of the control system and any  
gas control which have been under water.  
Ne pas utiliser cet appareil s’il a été  
plongé, même partiellement, dans  
l’eau. Appeler un technicien qualifié  
pour inspecter l’appareil et remplacer  
toute partie du système de commande  
et toute commande qui a été plongée  
dans l’eau.  
AVERTISSEMENT  
ELECTRONIC MOdELS: The electronic appli-  
ances are manually controlled and feature an  
electronic intermittent pilot ignition system.  
External electrical power is required to operate  
these units.  
On ne devrait pas placer de  
vêtements ni d’autres matières  
inflammables sur l’appareil ni à  
proximité.  
ALL MOdELS: Both millivolt and electronic  
models come standard with a manually-  
modulated gas valve; flame appearance and  
heat output can be controlled at the gas valve.  
BTU input rates for all models are listed in  
Table 1, below.  
WARNING  
Any safety screen or guard  
removed for servicing the appli-  
ance must be replaced prior to  
operating the appliance.  
Only trim kit(s) supplied by the manufacturer  
shall be used in the installation of this ap-  
pliance.  
Input (BTU/hr) Manually-Modulated  
Seules les trousses de garniture fournies  
parlefabricantdoiventêtreutiliséespour  
l’installation de cet appareil.  
Gas Valves (all models)  
AVERTISSEMENT  
Input Rate (BTU / HR)  
Models  
Tout écran ou protecteur retiré  
pour permettre l’entretien de  
l’appareil doit être remis en  
place avant de mettre l’appareil  
en marche.  
Nat. Gas  
Prop. Gas  
These appliances comply with National Safety  
Standards and are tested and listed by ITS  
(Report No. 100017854) to ANSI Z21.50 (in  
Canada, CSA-2.22) and to CAN/CGA-2.17-M91  
in both USA and Canada (latest editions at time  
of manual publication) as vented gas fireplaces.  
17,000 high  
13,000 low  
17,000 high  
14,000 low  
SLBV-35  
SLBV-40  
22,000 high  
17,000 low  
20,000 high  
15,500 low  
Table 1  
WARNING  
Both millivolt and electronic versions of  
these appliances are listed by ITS for instal-  
lation in bedrooms in the United States (not  
approved in Canada).  
Improper installation or use  
of this appliance can cause  
serious injury or death from  
fire, burns, explosion or  
These appliances must not be connected to a  
chimney or flue serving a separate solid fuel  
burning appliance.  
carbon monoxide poisoning.  
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ORIfICE SIzES  
GAS VALVE dIAGRAMS  
See Figure 1 for millivolt models and Figure 2  
GAS PRESSURE REqUIREMENTS  
Sea Level to High Altitude  
(All Models)  
(All Models)  
for electronic models.  
Tables 2 and 3 show the appliances' inlet and  
manifold gas pressure requirements:  
These appliances are tested and approved for  
installation at elevations of 0–4500 feet (0–1372  
meters) above sea level using the standard  
burner orifice sizes (marked with an asterisk  
(*) in Table 4, below).  
Pilot Adjustment  
Main Gas Control Knob  
Screw  
Off/PILOT/ON  
Inlet Gas Supply Pressure  
(All models)  
T
L
I
P
fuel #  
Minimum  
Maximum  
N
O
T
W O  
L
O
L I  
P
For elevations above 4500 feet, contact your  
4.5" WC  
(1.12 kPa)  
10.5" WC  
(2.61 kPa)  
F
O
Natural Gas  
H
I
gas supplier or a qualified service technician.  
11.0" WC  
(2.74 kPa)  
13.0" WC  
(3.23 kPa)  
Propane  
IN OUT  
deration  
At higher elevations, the amount of BTU fuel  
value delivered must be reduced by either:  
Manifold Pressure Tap  
Table 2  
HI/LO Variable  
flame Height  
Adjustment  
Inlet Pressure Tap  
• using gas that has been derated by the gas  
company,  
Manifold Gas Supply Pressure  
(All models)  
Figure 1 - SIT Millivolt Gas Valve  
• changing the burner orifice to a smaller size  
as regulated by the local authorities having  
jurisdictionandbythe(USA)NationalFuelGas  
Code NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1 - latest edition or,  
inCanada,theCAN/CSA-B149.1codes-latest  
edition.  
fuel #  
Low  
High  
Natural (Lo) 2.2" WC  
(Hi) 3.5" WC  
(0.87 kPa)  
Supply  
Gas  
Inlet  
Pressure-Tap  
(Manifold)  
Regulator  
Burner Stage  
Terminal  
Mounting Screw  
Gas  
(0.55 kPa)  
(Lo) 6.3" WC (Hi) 10.0" WC  
(1.57 kPa) (2.49 kPa)  
Propane  
Table 3  
Installtheapplianceaccordingtotheregulations  
of the local authorities having jurisdiction and,  
in the USA, the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA  
54 / ANSI Z223.1 - latest edition or, in Canada,  
the CAN/CSA-B149.1 - latest edition.  
L O  
H I  
PILOT  
Test gauge connections are provided on the  
front of the gas control valve, identified IN for  
the inlet and OUT for the manifold side (see  
Figures 1 and 2).  
Pressure-Tap  
(Inlet)  
Ground  
(TP)  
Pilot Stage  
Terminal  
Pilot Gas  
Outlet  
NOTE: Flame appearance will diminish  
4% per thousand feet of altitude.  
Figure 2 - Dexen Electronic Gas Valve  
Propane tanks are at pressures that will cause  
damage to valve components. Verify that the  
tanks have step-down regulators to reduce the  
pressure to safe levels.  
Burner Orifice Sizes  
Elevation 0-4500 feet ( 0-1372 meters)  
REqUIREMENTS fOR THE  
COMMONWEALTH Of  
MASSACHUSETTS  
These fireplaces areapproved for installationin  
the US state of Massachusetts if the following  
additional requirements are met:  
• Install this appliance in accordance with  
Massachusetts Rules and Regulations 248  
C.M.R.  
• Installation and repair must be done by a  
plumber or gas fitter licensed in the Com-  
monwealth of Massachusetts.  
Model  
Nat.Gas  
Propane  
Series  
drill size (inches)  
drill size (inches)  
#48 (0.076")* #56 (0.046")*  
H1236• 62L37•  
SLBV-35  
SLBV-40  
Table 4  
#43 (0.089")* #55 (0.052")*  
99K75• 19L52•  
These appliances must be isolated  
from the gas supply piping system (by  
closing their individual manual shut-off  
valve) during any pressure testing of  
the gas supply piping system at test  
pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig  
(3.5 kPa).  
Standard size installed at factory.  
*
Part /Catalog Number.  
• The flexible gas line connector used shall  
not exceed 36 inches (92 centimeters) in  
length.  
These appliances and their individual  
shut-off valves must be disconnected  
from the gas supply piping system  
during any pressure testing of that  
system at pressures greater than 1/2  
psig (3.5 kPa).  
• The individual manual shut-off must be a  
T-handle type valve.  
NEW YORK CITY APPROVAL  
New York City, NY (MEA)  
These fireplaces are approved for installation  
in New York City in the US state of New York  
if the following additional requirement is met:  
• An Outside Combustion Air Kit (FOAK-4,  
FOAK-4LD, or DK-4) must be installed. See  
Step 5 on Page 14.  
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Combustion air kits are optional and must be  
COLd CLIMATE INSULATION  
LOCATION  
installed before removing the securing screw  
allowing the movement of the combustion air  
actuator arm (see Step 5 on Page 14).  
For cold climate installations, seal all cracks  
around your appliance with noncombustible  
material and wherever cold air could enter  
the room. It is especially important to insulate  
outside chase cavity between studs and under  
floor on which appliance rests, if floor is above  
groundlevel. Gaslineholesandotheropenings  
should be caulked or stuffed with unfaced  
fiberglass insulation. Check local codes for  
additional requirements.  
In selecting the location, the aesthetic and  
functional use of the appliance are primary  
concerns. However, vent system routing to  
the exterior and access to the fuel supply are  
also important.  
Be aware that this is a heat-producing ap-  
pliance. Objects placed above the unit are  
exposed to elevated temperatures.  
Due to high temperatures, the appliance  
should be located out of traffic and away from  
furniture and draperies (Figure 3).  
The appliance should be mounted on a fully  
supported base extending the full width and  
depth of the unit. The appliance may be located  
onornearconventionalconstructionmaterials.  
However, if installed on combustible materials,  
such as carpeting, vinyl tile, etc., a metal or  
woodbarriercoveringtheentirebottomsurface  
must be used.  
En raison des températures élevées,  
l’appareil devrait être installé dans un  
endroit où il y a peu de circulation et loin  
du mobilier et des tentures (Figure 3).  
If the fireplace is being installed on a cement  
slab in cold climates, a sheet of plywood or  
other raised, insulated platform can be placed  
underneath to prevent cold transfer to the  
fireplace and into the room. It also may help  
to sheetrock the inside surfaces and/or tape  
for maximum air tightness.  
The location should also be free of electrical,  
plumbing or other heating/air conditioning  
ducting.  
These appliances may be used for bedroom  
installationsintheUnitedStatesandarelisted  
accordingly. Theseunitsmaynotbeinstalled  
in bedrooms in Canada.  
These appliances are equipped with an inte-  
gral combustion air door and actuator arm.  
Note: When the unit is installed with one side  
flush with a wall, see Figure 5 on Page 7.  
Figure 3: Typical Locations  
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VENT TERMINATION  
CLEARANCES  
Termination Heights for Vents  
Above flat Or Sloped Roofs  
Ref. NfPA 54 / ANSI z223.1  
Gas Vent Rule  
Roof Pitch  
Flat to 6/12  
* feet  
1.0  
*Meters  
0.3  
Multiple Terminations  
These appliances may vent adjacent to and at  
the same level with any other gas appliances  
(including direct vent appliances), provided  
there is at least 2 ft (0.6 m) between the proxi-  
mal edges of the vent caps. These appliances  
may be vented adjacent to a chimney vent  
servicing a solid fuel fireplace, provided the  
B-vent cap is at least 2 ft (0.6 m) away from the  
nearest point of the chimney opening.  
X
6/12 to 7/12  
1.25  
1.5  
0.38  
0.46  
0.61  
0.76  
0.99  
1.22  
1.52  
1.83  
2.13  
2.29  
2.44  
12  
Roof Pitch is X/12  
7/12 to 8/12  
8/12 to 9/12  
2.0  
9/12 to 10/12  
10/12 to 11/12  
11/12 to 12/12  
12/12 to 14/12  
14/12 to 16/12  
16/12 to 18/12  
18/12 to 20/12  
20/12 to 21/12  
2.5  
Minimum Height from Roof to  
Lowest discharge Opening  
3.25  
4.0  
1" (25 mm)  
Minimum  
5.0  
Gas Vent Rule  
Figure 4  
6.0  
Gas vent caps are not permitted within 8 ft (2.4  
m) of a vertical wall or similar obstruction. Gas  
vent caps that are located 8 ft or more from a  
portion of a building that extends at an angle  
greater than 45° upward from the horizontal  
may terminate in accordance with Figure 4,  
provided that any discharge opening on  
the cap is NEVER LESS THAN 2 ft (0.6 m)  
horizontally from the roof surface (National  
Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 (NFPA 54) “Gas  
Vent Termination” section) (CAN/CGA B149.1).  
7.0  
7.5  
8.0  
Table 5  
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MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES  
Appliance and Vent Clearances  
At 14" minimum side  
At 8-1/4" side  
wall clearance, a  
wall clearance, a  
Top View of  
fireplace  
combustible wall can combustible wall  
project to any length. can project 12".  
The appliance is approved with zero clearance to combustible materials  
on all sides (as detailed in Table 6), with the following exception: When  
the unit is installed with one side flush with a wall, the wall on the  
other side of the unit must not extend beyond the front edge of the  
unit (see Figure 5).  
Combustible Materials  
Allowed In Shaded Area  
“Safe zone”  
45o  
5 (127)  
12 (305)  
19 (483)  
Combustible walls  
shown in dark gray.  
MINIMUM CLEARANCES - Inches (millimeters)  
Combustible materials  
may project beyond  
one side of the  
Back  
Sides  
Top  
0 (0) to Standoffs or dimples  
0 (0) to Standoffs or dimples**  
3 in (76 mm)  
fireplace opening  
as long as they are  
kept within the shaded  
areas illustrated here.  
floor  
0 (0)  
Inches (millimeters)  
from Bottom of Unit  
64 in (1626 mm)  
Protected wall  
shown in white  
14  
(356)  
8-1/4  
(209)  
to Ceiling  
Vent  
1 in (25.4 mm)  
Figure 5 - Minimum Distance to Unprotected Side Wall  
SERVICE CLEARANCES  
3 ft (0.9 m)  
front  
Mantel depth  
Table 6  
inches (millimeters)  
18 (457)  
**Note: See Step 1 on Page 8 for clearance requirements to the nailing  
flangelocatedateachsideoftheunitandanyscrewheadsadjacenttoit.  
16 (406)  
14 (356)  
12 (305)  
10 (254)  
Hearth Extension  
Header  
Ahearthextensionisnotrequiredwiththisappliance.Ifahearthextension  
is used, do not block the lower control compartment door. Any hearth  
extension used is for appearance only and does not have to conform to  
standard hearth extension installation requirements.  
Top of  
Appliance  
8 (203)  
Note - Hood shown  
as positioned.  
Wall finishes / Surrounds / Mantels  
12 10  
8
6
4
2
(305) (254) (203) (152) (102) (51)  
Note: Combustible wall finish materials and/or surround materials must  
not be allowed to encroach the area defined by the appliance front face  
(blacksheetmetal).Neverallowcombustiblematerialstobepositioned  
in front of or overlapping the appliance face (see Figure 5; also see  
Figure 30 on Page 23).  
Figure 6 - Minimum Mantel Clearances  
Non-combustible materials, such as surrounds and other appliance trim,  
may be installed on the appliance face with these exceptions: they must  
not cover any portion of the removable glass panel.  
Vertical installation clearances to combustible mantels vary according  
to the depth of the mantel. See Figure 6. Mantels constructed of non-  
combustible materials may be installed at any height above the appliance  
opening;however,donotallowanythingtohangbelowthereplacehood.  
Note: We recommend the use of high-temperature paint (rated 175°F or  
higher) on the underside of the mantel.  
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Step 5. (Page 14) [OPTIONAL]: Install  
PRE-INSTALLATION STEPS  
(Remove Glass Enclosure Panel)  
outside supplemental combustion  
air kit.  
Header  
Spacing  
Top  
The appliance is shipped with all gas controls  
and components installed and pre-wired.  
Standoffs  
Step 6. (Page 15) Make connection to gas  
supply.  
*IMPORTANT!  
Bend up the  
Top Standoff  
Spacers before  
installation.  
Note: Remove the glass enclosure panel  
before installing the fireplace.  
5/8”  
Nailing  
Flange  
Step 7. (Page 16) Verify appliance operation.  
To remove the glass enclosure panel:  
Step 8. (Page 17) Install the logs, decorative  
1. Remove the shipping carton, and then re-  
move the shipping pad, exposing the front  
glass panel.  
volcanic stone, and glowing embers.  
1/2”  
Nailing  
Flange  
Use outer pair  
for 1/2" materials  
and inner pair  
Step 9. (Page 20) Install the glass enclosure  
panel.  
for 5/8" materials.  
2. Open the two latches securing the glass  
panel (under the firebox floor).  
Step 10. (Page 20) Adjust burner air shutter  
3. Remove the glass panel by tilting it outward  
at the bottom and lifting it up.  
to ensure proper flame appearance.  
Fireplace  
Nailing  
Flanges  
Step 11. (Page 22) Perform spillage test.  
4. Set aside the glass enclosure panel in a  
safe location to protect it from inadvertent  
damage.  
Step 12. (Page 23) Install hood.  
Side  
Step 13. (Page 23) Complete finished interior  
Framing  
Nailing flanges are  
provided at all four  
corners at 5/8", 1/2",  
and flush settings.  
wall.  
TYPICAL INSTALLATION  
SEqUENCE  
The typical sequence of installation is outlined  
below, with page number references to the  
related detailed instructions.  
Step 14. (Page 24) Attach "Safety-in-  
Operation" warnings.  
fireplace secured to framing  
by nailing flanges  
dETAILEd INSTALLATION STEPS  
(Left side front corner of fireplace shown.  
Right side requirements are the same.)  
NOTE: Each installation is unique and may  
result in variations to these steps.  
Step 1. Construct Appliance  
framing  
NOTE: The nailing flanges, combustible  
members, and screw heads in areas directly  
adjacent to the nailing flanges are EXEMPT  
from the 1/2” clearance to combustible  
requirements for the firebox outer wrapper.  
Step 1. (Pages 8–10) Construct the appliance  
framing.  
Position the appliance within the  
framing and secure with nailing  
brackets.  
Frame the appliance as illustrated in Figures  
8-1 and 8-2. All framing details must allow for  
a minimum clearance to combustible framing  
members as shown in Table 6, Page 7.  
Combustible framing may be in direct contact  
with the nailing flanges and may be located  
closer than 1/2” from screw heads and the  
firebox wrapper in areas adjacent to the  
nailing flanges.  
IMPORTANT! Bend up the appropri-  
ate top standoff spacers for the  
drywall/finish material thickness to  
be used (see Figure 7). Bend up the  
outer pair for 1/2" materials and the  
inner pair for 5/8" materials.  
If the appliance is to be elevated above floor  
level, a solid continuous platform must be  
constructed below the appliance.  
Frame the opening to the exact dimensions  
specified in the framing details in this manual.  
Headers may be in direct contact with the appli-  
ance top standoff spacers when they are bent  
up vertically, maintaining the 3" clearance to  
the fireplace top, but must not be supported  
by them or notched to fit around them. All  
construction above the appliance must be  
self-supporting. DO NOT use the appliance  
for structural support.  
Bend up the outer pair for 1/2" ma-  
terials and the inner pair for 5/8"  
materials.  
Figure 7  
Bend out the appropriate nailing  
flanges for the drywall/finish material  
to be used.  
WARNING  
failure to position the parts in  
accordance with these diagrams  
orfailuretouseonlypartsspecifi-  
callyapprovedwiththisappliance  
may result in property damage or  
personal injury.  
Nailing flanges are provided for flush  
framing, 1/2 inch and 5/8 inch fram-  
ing depths (see Figure 7).  
Secure the fireplace to the side framing mem-  
bers using the unit's nailing flanges — one top  
and bottom on each side of the fireplace front.  
See Figure 7. Use 8d nails or equivalent.  
Step 2. (Page 11) Route the gas supply line  
to the appliance location.  
Step 3. (Page 11) Install the vent system and  
AVERTISSEMENT  
exterior termination.  
Risque de dommages ou de  
blessures si les pièces ne sont  
pas installées conformément à  
ces schémas et ou si des pièces  
autres que celles spécifiquement  
approuvéesaveccetappareilsont  
utilisées.  
Step 4. (Page 12) Install field wiring.  
a. Millivolt Appliances: Install the  
operating control switch (not factory  
provided).  
b. Electronic Appliances: Field wire  
and install operating control switch.  
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SUPERIOR® B-VENT GAS FIREPLACES • MODELS SLBV-35, SLBV-40 • INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
fIREPLACE ANd fRAMING SPECIfICATIONS  
fIREPLACE fRAMING SPECIfICATIONS  
Construct framing with 2x4 or larger lumber.  
NOTE: Diagrams, illustrations and  
photographs are not to scale. Product  
designs, materials, dimensions,  
specifications, colors, and prices are  
subject to change or discontinuance  
without notice.  
Input (BTU/HR) - MV & Electronic  
Natural & Propane Gas  
B
Models  
Input Rate (BTU/hr)  
17,000  
SLBV-35N  
SLBV-35P  
SLBV-40N  
SLBV-40P  
17,000  
22,000  
C
20,000  
1/2  
A
A
“C” is the required framing depth dimension  
when the finish material (drywall) thickness  
is 1/2 in. (13mm).  
framing dimensions  
Model No.  
A
B
C
in.  
mm  
in.  
35-1/4 35-1/4  
16  
SLBV-35  
895  
40-1/4 40-1/4  
1022 1022  
895  
406  
16  
SLBV-40  
mm  
406  
CORNER fRAMING dIMENSIONS  
F
G
D
E
Back wall of chase/enclosure  
(including any finishing materials)  
Corner framing dimensions  
Model No.  
d
E
f
G
in.  
mm  
in.  
35-1/4  
895  
57-1/2  
1461  
40-5/8  
1032  
28-3/4  
730  
SLBV-35  
40-1/4 61-13/16 48-11/32 30-11/16  
1022 1554 1101 779  
SLBV-40  
mm  
Figure 8-1  
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SUPERIOR® B-VENT GAS FIREPLACES • MODELS SLBV-35, SLBV-40 • INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
VERTICAL VENTING THROUGH CEILING  
frame Ceiling Opening: To locate the center of the vertical run, use a plumb line from the ceiling above the appliance.  
M
N
P
Flue Outlet for  
B-Vent Connection:  
35 Models = 4 in. (102 mm)  
40 Models = 5 in. (127 mm)  
K
H
J
L
1/2 in.  
(13 mm)  
9-1/4 in. (235 mm)  
Q
Top View  
Front View  
H
J
K
L
M
N
P
Q
Model No.  
SLBV-35  
32  
32-1/4 28-1/8  
819  
714  
12-1/2 33  
35-1/4  
895  
23-1/4  
590  
25  
635  
30  
in.  
mm  
in.  
813  
37  
317  
15  
838  
38  
37-1/4 33-1/8 28-1/4  
841 718  
40-1/4  
1022  
SLBV-40  
mm 946  
940  
762  
381  
965  
fIREPLACE SPECIfICATIONS  
ELECTRICAL INLET  
2-3/4 in. x 2 in.  
Hood  
16 in.  
(406 mm)  
Hood  
(70 mm x 51 mm)  
16 in.  
(406 mm)  
COVER PLATE with  
KNOCKOUT (Right Side)  
GAS INLET KNOCKOUT*  
*NOTE: It is recommended that gas  
be stubbed in from LEFT side only.  
5-7/8 in.  
(149 mm)  
5-7/8 in.  
(149 mm)  
9-1/2 in. (241 mm)  
7-1/8 in. (181 mm)  
9-1/2 in. (241 mm)  
1-5/8 in. (42 mm)  
Optional Electrical Inlet  
Knockout requiring a  
field-provided Junction  
Box (Either Side)  
7-3/8 in. (187 mm)  
3 in. (76 mm)  
3 in. (76 mm)  
Left Side View  
Right Side View  
Figure 8-2  
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SUPERIOR® B-VENT GAS FIREPLACES • MODELS SLBV-35, SLBV-40 • INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
Note:  
Step 2. Route the Gas Line  
WARNING  
• All appliances are factory-equipped with  
a flexible gas line connector and 1/2 inch  
shutoff valve (see Figure 17 on Page 15).  
Route a 1/2" (13 mm) gas line to either side  
of the appliance (left side routing is shown  
in Figure 9 ). Gas lines must be routed, con-  
structed,andmadeofmaterialsthatareinstrict  
accordance with local codes and regulations.  
Allappliancesarefactory-equippedwithaex-  
ible gas line connector and 1/2-inch shutoff  
valve. (See Step 6 on Page 15.)  
Sharp Edges.  
WatchYourFingers!  
• See Massachusetts Requirements on Page  
4 for additional requirements for installa-  
tions in the state of Massachusetts in the  
USA.  
WARNING: EDGES OF SHEET METAL ARE  
SHARP! WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND USE  
EXTREME CARE WHEN HANDLING.  
• The gas supply line should NOT be con-  
nected to the appliance until Step 6 on Page  
15).  
Required tools:  
Left Side Front  
Corner of Fireplace  
Framing  
• Sheet Metal-resistant Gloves  
• Tin Snips  
• A pipe joint compound rated for gas should  
be used on the threaded joints. Ensure that  
propane-resistant compounds are used in  
propane applications. Be very careful that  
the pipe compound does not get inside the  
pipe.  
1. Using tin snips, cut the three connecting  
points securing the slug to the three tabs  
in the flue collar (as shown in Figure 10a),  
and remove the slug.  
Pipe Coupling  
(Recommended)  
• It is recommended to install a sediment trap  
in the supply line as close as possible to the  
appliance. Appliances using propane should  
have a sediment trap at the base of the tank.  
Carefully dispose of slug in an appropriate  
container.  
6-1/2"  
(152 mm)  
3"  
Cutting  
points  
Slug  
• Check with local building official for local  
code requirements (e.g., whether below-  
grade penetrations of the gas line are al-  
lowed, etc.).  
(76 mm)  
NOTE: Gas line can be routed to either  
side. Reverse this illustration if routing  
to right side.  
IMPORTANT: If propane is used, be aware that  
if the tank size is too small (i.e., under 100 lbs  
if this is the only gas appliance in the dwell-  
ing; ref. NPFA 58), there may be pressure loss  
resulting in insufficient fuel delivery, which  
can result in sooting, severe delayed ignition,  
or other malfunctions. Any damage resulting  
from an improper installation, such as this, is  
not covered under the limited warranty.  
Also see Figures 8-1 and 8-2.  
Figure 9: Route Gas Line  
Proper Sizing of Gas Line  
Properly size and route the gas supply line  
from the supply regulator to the area where the  
appliance is to be installed per requirements  
outlined in the National Fuel Gas Code, NFPA  
54 - latest edition (USA) or CAN/CSA-B149.1 -  
latest edition (Canada).  
Step 3. Install Venting System  
and Exterior Termination  
Figure 10a  
These instructions should be used as a  
guideline and do not supercede local codes  
in any way.  
Never use galvanized or plastic pipe. Gas lines  
must be routed, constructed and made of ma-  
terials that are in strict accordance with local  
codes and regulations.  
2. Connect the proper size Type B-vent system  
to the fireplace flue collar by bending up the  
three tabs and securing with three sheet  
metal screws (No. 8 or larger) bend up tabs.  
See Figure 10b. Then install the remainder  
of the Type B-vent to the outside.  
Installventingaccordingtolocalcodes,these  
instructions, the current National fuel Gas  
Code in the USA (ANSI-z223.1) or the current  
standards in Canada (CAN/CSA-B149.1).  
IMPORTANT: It is critical that a licensed  
installer perform this step strictly per  
NFPA.  
Type B-Vent  
SLBV-35 and SLBV-40 series fireplaces must  
be vertically vented using listed type-B,  
double-walled vent pipe with the proper  
diameter (as listed below) and a listed vent  
termination.  
SLBV-35 models: 4 in. (102 mm)  
SLBV-40 models: 5 in. (127 mm)  
We recommend that a qualified, licensed  
plumber or gas fitter be hired to correctly size  
and route the gas supply line to the appliance.  
Installingagassupplylinefromthefuelsupplyto  
theapplianceinvolvesnumerousconsiderations  
of materials, protection, sizing, locations, con-  
trols,pressure,sediment,andmore.Certainlyno  
one unfamiliar and unqualified should attempt  
sizing or installing gas piping.  
Required Pipe diameter  
SLBV-35 series: Requires 4 in. (102 mm)  
SLBV-40 series: Requires 5 in. (127 mm)  
Figure 10b  
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SUPERIOR® B-VENT GAS FIREPLACES • MODELS SLBV-35, SLBV-40 • INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
ON/OFF switch, the switch may be mounted  
onto the Style View Door per instructions  
provided in kit.  
• The gas valve is set in place and pre-wired at  
the factory on all models.  
Offset  
Installations  
Vertical  
Installations  
Refer to Section B (below) for millivolt appli-  
ances and Section C (below) for electronic  
appliances.  
*12 ft. Min.  
10 ft.  
**15 ft. Min.  
Minimum  
B. Millivolt Wiring (see Figure 12)  
1. Read Section A, “All Models,” at left.  
2. Wire the control switch within the millivolt  
controlcircuitusingthe15feetof2conductor  
wire supplied with the unit.  
Back View  
Of Appliance  
Back View  
Of Appliance  
Note: The supplied 15 feet of 2 conductor  
wire has one end of each conductor con-  
nected to the gas valve circuit and the other  
end of each conductor placed loose inside  
the bottom compartment.  
*with an offset up to 45 degrees  
** with an offset greater than 45  
degrees and up to 60 degrees  
Figure 11  
CAUTION: do Not connect the optional wall  
switch to a 120V power supply.  
3. Refer to Figure 11. The following venting  
Step 4. Install field Wiring  
configurations may be installed:  
C. Electronic Wiring (see Figure 13)  
Note: The electronic appliance must be con-  
nected to the main power supply.  
1. Read Section A, “All Models,” at left.  
Vertical Installations  
CAUTION  
Minimum overall height of the vent  
system and appliance without an offset  
must be 10 ft (2.54 m).  
Ground supply lead must be con-  
nected to the wire attached to the  
green ground screw located on the  
outletbox. SeeFigure13.failureto  
dosowillresultinapotential safety  
hazard. The appliance must be  
electricallygroundedinaccordance  
withlocalcodesor,intheabsenceof  
localcodes, theNationalElectrical  
Code,ANSI/NfPA70-latestedition.  
(In Canada, the current CSA C22-1  
Canadian Electrical Code).  
2. Route a 3-wire 120Vac 60Hz 1ph power  
Offset Installations  
supply to the appliance junction box.  
Offset up to 45 degrees from vertical:  
Minimum overall height of the vent  
system and appliance must be 12 ft  
(3.66 m). The lower part of the offset  
may start at the fireplace flue collar.  
3. Remove the electrical inlet cover plate from  
the side of the unit by removing the plate's  
securing screws (see Figures 8-1 and 8-2  
on Pages 9 and 10).  
4. Removethecoverplate'sknockout;then feed  
the power supply wire through the knockout  
opening and into the unit junction box.  
5. Connect the black power supply wire to the  
lower outlet's red pigtail lead and the white  
power supply wire to the common terminal  
of the outlet as shown in Figures 13 and 14.  
Offset greater than 45 degrees and up  
to 60 degrees from vertical: Minimum  
overall height of the vent system and  
appliance must be 15 ft (4.57 m). The  
lower part of the offset may start at the  
fireplace flue collar.  
CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnec-  
tion when servicing controls. Wiring errors  
cancauseimproperanddangerousoperation.  
ATTENTION : Au moment de l'entretien  
des commandes, étiquetez tous les fils  
avant de les débrancher. Des erreurs  
de cáblage peuvent entraîner un fonc-  
tionnement inadéquat et dangereux.  
6. Connect ground supply wire to pigtail lead  
Maximum overall height of the vent system  
and appliance should not exceed 40 ft  
(12.19 m).  
attached to outlet's green ground screw.  
Note: Remotereceivershouldbe locatedinthe  
wall, or if installed in the control compartment,  
pulledallthewayforwardandcompletelytothe  
left or right against the corner posts. The glass  
enclosure panel must be removed first to place  
the receiver in the lower control compartment.  
Install the B-vent system in accordance with  
the vent manufacturer's instructions.  
CAUTION: THIS APPLIANCE CANNOT BE  
VENTEd HORIzONTALLY.  
Verify proper operation after installing.  
7. If using an optional control, wire it in the low  
A. All Models  
Note: Refer to the vent manufacturers instal-  
lation instructions for variations of venting  
techniques. If common venting of several units  
is contemplated, it should be discussed with an  
architect and the local Building Department.  
voltage circuit as shown in Figure 13.  
• An optional unit-mounted ON/OFF switch  
may be installed in the lower control com-  
partment.  
Note:Thesupplied15feetof2conductorwire  
has one end of each conductor connected  
to the gas valve circuit and the other end  
of each conductor placed loose inside the  
bottom compartment.  
• An optional wall-mounted ON/OFF switch or  
optional ON/OFF remote control kit also may  
be used.  
do not place insulation materials within 1 in.  
of the gas vent system.  
8. Afterwiringiscomplete,replacecoverplate.  
• If a wall-mounted ON/OFF control switch is  
used, mount it in a convenient location on a  
wall near the fireplace.  
Note: Do NOT install batteries in the battery  
holder until needed (i.e., in the event of a  
power outage or if operating the appliance  
solely by batteries). The battery holder requires  
two [2] "D" batteries.  
• If an optional Style View Door is used in  
conjunction with an optional unit-mounted  
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SUPERIOR® B-VENT GAS FIREPLACES • MODELS SLBV-35, SLBV-40 • INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
J-BOX/RECEPTACLEWIRING  
MILLIVOLT WIRING dIAGRAM  
120V, 60Hz, 1PH  
CAUTION: WHEN SERVICING CONTROLS, LABEL ALL WIRES PRIOR TO dISCONNECTION.  
WIRING ERRORS CAN CAUSE IMPROPER ANd dANGEROUS OPERATION.  
VERIfY PROPER OPERATION AfTER SERVICING.  
B-VENT APPLIANCES ONLY: The High Limit  
Switch must be factory installed in series,  
as shown. If wires to this switch must be  
replaced, use Type AWM 200°C - 18 gage  
wire ONLY.  
Thermopile  
Junction Box  
Gas Control  
Valve Terminals  
High Limit Switch  
Black  
Tab Intact  
Hot Side of  
Receptacle  
Control Switch*  
Neutral Side  
of Receptacle  
If any of the original wire must be replaced,  
use Type AWM 105º C - 18 gage wire ONLY.  
_________  
Tab Intact Green Ground  
*Control switch options: ON/OFF wall switch, unit-mountable  
ON/OFF switch, or ON/OFF remote control system (see "Accessory  
Components" in the Care and Operation Instructions).  
Screw  
Field Wired  
Factory Wired  
Figure 12  
Figure 14  
ELECTRONIC IGNITION WIRING dIAGRAM  
Pilot Burner  
Assembly  
J-Box Wiring  
IGNITER MODULE  
3V  
NOTES:  
1. If any of the original wire as supplied  
must be replaced, use Type AWM  
105°C - 18 gage wire ONLY.  
BK  
BLACK (IGNITER)  
W
G
2. 120 VAC, 60 Hz - Less than 3 Amps.  
CAUTION: label all wires prior to  
disconnection when servicing controls.  
Wiring errors can cause improper and  
dangerous operation. Verify proper  
operation after servicing.  
BLACK (SENSOR)  
Junction Box  
TRANSFORMER 3V  
Pilot Tube  
B-Vent appliances only - High limit  
switch must be factory installed as  
shown. If wires to this switch are  
replaced, wires must be Type AWM  
200°C - 18 gage wire ONLY.  
BLACK  
Electronic Gas Control Valve - DEXEN  
BATTERY BACK-UP  
ORANGE (THTP)  
BLACK (TP)  
HIGH LIMIT SWITCH  
RED  
T O L P I  
HI  
LO  
BROWN  
GREEN (TH)  
CONTROL  
SWITCH *  
UNIT MOUNTED  
ON/OFF SWITCH,  
IF SUPPLIED  
BROWN  
Schematic Representation Only  
See Figure 14 for detailed drawing of junction box / receptacle wiring.  
_________  
*Control switch options: ON/OFF wall switch, unit-mountable  
ON/OFF switch, or ON/OFF remote control system (see "Accessory  
Components" in the Care and Operation Instructions).  
Figure 13  
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SUPERIOR® B-VENT GAS FIREPLACES • MODELS SLBV-35, SLBV-40 • INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
Failure to do so may result in extensive and  
Step 5. [OPTIONAL] Install Outside  
Combustion Air Kit  
INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES  
costly rework. Before the operation of the vent  
system can be tested, the lever securing screw  
must be removed. See Figure 15.  
The following accessory items are available for  
use in the installation of this appliance.  
An optional outside combustion air kit (model  
FOAK-4, FOAK-4LD, or DK-4) may be used  
with these appliances (see "Installation Acces-  
sories," at right).  
The hand-operated outside air control lever  
is located on the left side of the lower control  
compartment opening. See Figure 15.  
Refer to the instructions included with the  
air kits for specific installation information.  
If used, the outside air kit must be installed  
before the fireplace is framed and enclosed in  
the finished wall.  
To open the outside air shutter, open the bottom  
controlaccesspanel, reachintothecontrolcom-  
partment, and pull the outside air control lever  
all the way out. The outside air shutter should  
be fully open when the fireplace is in use and  
completelyclosedwhenthereplaceisnotbeing  
used. Closingitwhennotinusewillhelplimitthe  
amount of outside cold air entering the dwelling.  
Outside air drawn into the fireplace supplies  
supplemental combustion air to the fire. Only  
one outside air duct is necessary, if installed.  
Outside Combustion Air Kits  
Models fOAK-4 and fOAK-4Ld  
Operate the actuator through several cycles  
including the closed position. Ensuring proper  
operation and freedom of movement. Return  
the actuator arm to the closed position.  
If additional length of duct is necessary, pur-  
chase locally available U.L. Class 0 or Class 1  
metallic ducting. The duct may extend up to 50'  
(15.24 m) in one continuous piece.  
Outside combustion air kits are available with  
duct (FOAK-4) and without duct (FOAK-4LD)  
for use if supplemental outside combustion  
air is required or desired. If model FOAK-4LD  
is used, it must be used in conjunction with  
locally purchased, non-combustible Class 1 or  
Class 0 flexible duct.  
Note: When installing the air duct vertically, do  
NOT terminate the duct closer than 3' below  
the chimney top.  
Securing  
Screw  
Installed  
Outside Combustion Air Kits  
Outside supplemental combustion air ducting  
may be run upward or vertically through fram-  
ing and ceiling joists, with the hood installed  
through an outside wall and 3' (1 m) below the  
termination. Ducting may also be run down-  
ward through floor joists and under the home  
to a ventilated crawlspace not considered part  
of the living area of the home.  
Cat. No.  
81L87  
81L88  
H5377  
ModelNo.  
description  
fOAK-4  
Combustion Air Kit (w/duct)  
fOAK-4Ld Combustion Air Kit (w/o duct)  
dK-4 Single 4" duct Kit  
Outside Air Control  
Lever pushed UP  
(Air Shutter CLOSED)  
Note: NEVER terminate an outside supple-  
mental combustion air kit in attic space  
under any circumstances.  
IMPORTANT: Do NOT move Air Control  
Lever if securing screw is installed  
(or if not sure it was removed).  
After completing installation of the optional  
outside air vent system the outside air control  
lever must be put in service and tested to en-  
sure proper operation before completing any  
enclosure around the firebox.  
Securing  
Screw  
Removed  
CAUTION  
Never locate inlet where it can be  
blocked by shrubs, snow drifts,  
etc. Never locate inlet in garage  
or any area where there is another  
fuel burning appliance or products  
emitting combustible gases such  
as paint, gasoline, etc. In cold  
climates, it is recommended the  
outside air duct be insulated.  
Outside Air Control  
Lever pulled DOWN  
(Air Shutter OPEN)  
Left Side of  
Lower Control Compartment  
Figure 15  
WARNING  
do not operate the shutoff lever  
unless a complete outside com-  
bustion air system has been  
installed with your appliance.  
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Step 6. Connect the Gas Line  
Gas Flex Line Connector  
All codes require a shut-off valve mounted in  
the supply line. The orientation of the shut-  
off valve should face the front. Figure 16  
illustrates two methods for connecting the gas  
supply. A sediment trap is recommended in the  
gas piping within the home to prevent moisture  
and debris in the line from damaging the valve.  
3/8" NPT x  
Flare Fitting  
Gas  
1/2" x 3/8" Flare  
Shut-off Valve  
Valve  
Note: The gas supply  
line must be installed in  
accordance with building  
codes by a qualified installer  
approved and/or licensed  
as required by the locality.  
In the Commonwealth of  
Massachusetts, installation  
must be performed by a  
licensed plumber or gas fitter.  
3/8" Flex Tubing  
Gas  
1/2" x 3/8"  
Stub  
Reducer  
The flex-line method is acceptable in the U.S.A.  
where local codes permit, however, Canadian  
requirementsvarydependingonlocality.Instal-  
lation must be in compliance with local codes.  
These appliances are equipped with a gas flex-  
lineforuseinconnectingtheunittothegasline.  
See Figure 16 for flex-line description. The  
flex-line is rated for both natural and propane  
gas. A manual shut off valve is also provided  
with the flex-line.  
3/8" Nipple  
3/8" Union  
3/8" Close  
Nipple  
3/8" Shut-off Valve  
Gas Solid Line Connector  
Figure 16: Gas Connection  
Note: Millivolt system shown. Electronic system controls are similarly located.  
The gas control valve is located in the lower  
control compartment.  
Accessthevalvecompartmentbyremovingthe  
lower control compartment panel (see Figure  
17) by lifting and pulling the panel forward.  
The panel is mounted on supporting tabs at  
the extreme right and left hand sides. Engage  
the tabs into the reliefs in the panel.  
The millivolt and electronic control valve has a  
3/8" (10mm) NPT thread inlet port.  
Secure all joints tightly using appropriate  
toolsandsealingcompounds(ensurepropane  
resistant compounds are used in propane ap-  
plications). Itisrecommendedtosealaround  
the gas line to prevent cold air leakage.  
Gas Flex Line  
(Gas Shut-Off Valve is behind  
door latch; see DETAIL, below)  
Piezo  
Spring  
Gas Control  
Valve  
(Millivolt Door Latch  
units only) (one of two)  
Optional  
Lower Control  
Compartment (shaded area)  
DETAIL: Gas Shut-Off Valve  
in ON position (gas line OPEN)  
Gas line connection may be performed largely  
outside of the confines of the control compart-  
ment and without having to enter the firebox  
behind the glass. Proceed as follows:  
Unit-Mounted  
ON/OFF Switch  
Acquire the shut-off valve and gas flex-line and  
pull the assembly forward out of the compart-  
ment. Separate the shut-off valve from the gas  
flex-line. Determine the length of pipe needed  
to route the gas line from the last fitting (shown  
in Figure 9) to a point within the control com-  
partment that will allow the shut-off valve to  
be easily attached by hand to the gas flex-line.  
To shut OFF gas: Turn valve handle  
perpendicular (cross-wise) to gas line.  
DETAIL: Lower Control Compartment  
door Tab  
Figure 17  
Using pipe-dressing materials appropriate for  
the gas type, securely affix the shut-off valve  
to this determined pipe length at a convenient  
location outside of the appliance lower control  
compartment.  
pipe wrench external to the appliance between  
the appliance outer wrapper and the framing.  
Important: Turn the last piece of gas pipe in  
the last fitting until the shut-off valve is posi-  
tioned in a way that allows the shut-off valve  
handle to be accessed in the lower control  
compartment, easily operated throughout its  
full range of motion.  
Refer to Figure 18. Insert the last length of gas  
pipe with its attached shut-off valve into the  
lowercontrolcompartment,andpassitthrough  
the gas line access hole on the left side of the  
appliance outer wrapper.  
Bring the flex-line to the shutoff valve by hand  
and align the flare fittings. Tighten the fittings  
by hand, and then use wrench to tighten com-  
pletely, 1/4-turn at a time.  
Length of pipe with attached  
Gas Shut-Off Valve in Off position  
(gas line CLOSEd)  
Using appropriate materials for the gas type,  
thread the last length of pipe into the end of  
the gas vent run and tighten in place using a  
Figure 18  
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Test All Connections for Gas Leaks  
(factory and field)  
Millivolt Appliance Checkout  
Step 7. Verify Appliance  
Operation  
The pilot flame should be steady, not lifting  
or floating. Flame should be blue in color with  
traces of orange at the outer edge.  
Turn on burner then observe the individual  
tongues of flame on the burner. Make sure  
all ports are open and producing flame evenly  
across the burner. If any ports are blocked, or  
partially blocked, clean out the ports.  
WARNING  
Never use an open flame to  
check for leaks.  
The top 3/8" (10 mm) at the pilot generator  
(thermopile) and the top 1/8" minimum (tip)  
of the quick drop out thermocouple should be  
engulfed in the pilot flame.  
With gas line installed run initial system check-  
outbeforeclosingupthefrontoftheunit. Follow  
the pilot lighting instructions provided in the  
Care and Operation Instructions manual. For  
piezo igniter location, see Figure 17 (millivolt  
appliances only).  
Turn on gas supply and test for gas leaks, us-  
ing a gas leak test solution (also referred to as  
bubble leak solution).  
The flame should project 1" (25 mm) beyond  
the hood at all three ports (see Figure 19).  
Replace logs if removed for pilot inspection.  
Note: Using a soapy water solution is an  
effective leak test solution but it is not recom-  
mended, because the soap residue that is left  
on the pipes/fittings can result in corrosion  
over time.  
To light the burner; turn “ON” the remote wall  
switch and rotate the gas valve control knob  
counterclockwise to the “ON” position (“ON”  
will be at the top side of the valve).  
Note: Lighting Instructions are also found on  
the literature tag tied to the gas piping next  
to the gas valve. To access the tag, open the  
lower control compartment door by pulling  
the panel forward (see Figures 17 and 25).  
A. Light the appliance (refer to the lighting  
instructionslabelinthecontrolcompartment  
or in the Care and Operation Instructions  
manual).  
Hood Igniter Rod  
MILLIVOLT  
Whenrstlightingtheappliance,itwilltakeafew  
minutes for the line to purge itself of air. Once  
purging is complete, the pilot and burner will  
light and operate as indicated in the instruction  
manual.Subsequentlightingoftheappliancewill  
notrequiresuchpurging.Inspectthepilotame  
(remove logs, if necessary, handling carefully).  
Thermocouple  
B. Brush all joints and connections with the gas  
leak test solution to check for leaks. If bubbles  
are formed, or gas odor is detected, turn the  
gas control knob (off/pilot/on) to the “OFF”  
position. Either tighten or refasten the leaking  
connection, then retest as described above.  
3/8" Min  
(9 mm)  
Pilot  
Nozzels  
C. When the gas lines are tested and leak free,  
Thermopile  
be sure to rinse off the leak testing solution.  
Figure 19  
Electronic Appliance Checkout  
To light the burner, turn ‘ON’ the unit mounted  
On/Offswitchortheoptionalremotewallswitch.  
Ensure the igniter lights the pilot. The pilot  
flame should engulf the flame rod as shown  
in Figure 20.  
ELECTRONIC  
Pilot  
Hood  
Sensor  
Igniter  
Figure 20  
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4. Place the glowing ember material  
(rockwool).  
5. Install the Logs.  
Step 8. Install Volcanic Stone,  
Glowing Embers (Rockwool),  
and Logs  
The logs have locating notches or slots to  
helpensurethattheyareproperlypositioned.  
The top logs that rest on lower logs, do so  
over notches, indents or nubs. Proper log  
placement is critical to prevent sooting.  
Logs should be placed in the gaps between  
the flame peaks and should be positioned so  
they do not impinge the flames. Follow the  
log placement instructions exactly.  
Note: The bag of Glowing Embers  
contains enough rockwool for several  
applications; therefore, do not use the  
entire bag at one time. For best glow-  
ing effect, replace the ember material  
annually.  
NOTE: Turn OFF all electricity to the fire-  
place before installing volcanic stone,  
glowing embers, or logs.  
1. Remove the front glass enclosure panel  
(see “Removal and Installation of Glass  
Enclosure Panel,” on previous page).  
Refer to Figure 22. Separate the glowing  
ember material into pieces about the size  
of a quarter. Keep the pieces fluffed up, not  
matted. Distribute the pieces over the sur-  
face of the burner, as shown in Figures 23  
and 24. Do not use more than is necessary.  
Position the embers on the small holes of  
the ember bed area.  
2. Install ceramic brickaded panel liners.  
SLBV-35: Install logs as shown in Figure 23.  
3. Install decorative volcanic stone. Refer to  
Figure 21. Sprinkle the decorative volcanic  
stone in a pleasing pattern directly on the  
firebox bottom, along the slope and to the  
back, at the right and left sides of the burner.  
SLBV-40: Install logs as shown in Figure 24.  
WARNING  
Note: Make sure the glowing ember  
material does NOT cover the main  
burner slots.  
dO NOT attempt to install  
the logs until the appliance  
installation has been  
Volcanic Stone  
completed, the gas line  
Bag of Glowing  
Embers (Rockwool)  
connected and tested for leaks  
and the initial burner operation  
has been checked out.  
The size and position of the log  
set was engineered to give the  
appliance a safe, reliable and  
attractive flame pattern. Any  
attempt to use a different log  
set in the fireplace will void  
the warranty and will result  
in incomplete combustion,  
sooting, and poor flame  
Separate into individual  
“Quarter-sized” pieces.  
Figure 22  
Place Volcanic  
Stone As Shown  
Figure 21  
quality.  
Logs get very hot and will  
remain hot up to one hour  
after gas supply is turned off.  
Handle only when logs are  
cool. Turn off all electricity  
to the appliance before you  
install grate, volcanic stone,  
embers, and logs.  
This appliance is not designed  
to burn wood. Any attempt to  
do so could cause irreparable  
damage to the appliance and  
prove hazardous to your safety.  
If logs are not installed  
according to the log  
installation instructions, flame  
impingement and improper  
combustion could occur and  
result in soot and/or excessive  
production of carbon monoxide  
(CO), a colorless, odorless,  
toxic gas.  
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SLBV-35 LOG PLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS  
Note:  
Left Rear Log  
Right Rear Log  
3
4
Ceramic fiber logs are FRAGILE! Handle carefully to prevent breakage.  
Install volcanic stone and glowing embers BEFORE installing logs.  
To prevent sooting, make sure logs do not cover any burner openings.  
SLBV firebox Accessories/Parts  
Cat. No. Model No.  
description  
H7244  
88L53  
80L42  
SLBV-35 Log Set Assembly  
Bag of Glowing Embers (Rockwool)  
Bag of decorative Volcanic Stone  
fGE  
fdVS  
Left front Log  
Right front Log  
1
2
Left Rear Brackets  
Right Rear Bracket  
Align hole at the bottom of left front log (1) over the left front  
brackets and the right front log over the right front brackets.  
2
1
Left front Brackets Glowing Embers Right front Brackets  
(Do not place Glowing Embers over burner slots.)  
Step 1  
Step 2  
Position on the left  
3
Align the hole at the bottom of log (4)  
over the “nub” of log (2) as shown.  
rear log brackets  
Right front Log "Nub"  
4
2
1
2
Step 3  
Step 4  
Figure 23  
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SLBV-40 LOG PLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS  
Note:  
Ember Chunk  
1
Ceramic fiber logs are FRAGILE! Handle carefully to prevent breakage.  
4
Left Rear Log  
Right Rear Log  
5
Install volcanic stone and glowing embers BEFORE installing logs.  
To prevent sooting, make sure logs do not cover any burner openings.  
SLBV firebox Accessories/Parts  
Cat. No. Model No.  
description  
H7245  
88L53  
80L42  
SLBV-40 Log Set Assembly  
Bag of Glowing Embers (Rockwool)  
Bag of decorative Volcanic Stone  
fGE  
fdVS  
Left front Log  
Right front Log  
2
3
Align hole at the bottom of left front log (2) over the left front  
brackets and the right front log over the right front brackets.  
Left Rear  
Bracket  
Place Ember Chunk Here Right Rear Bracket  
1
3
2
Left front Brackets Glowing Embers Right front Brackets  
(Do not place Glowing Embers over burner slots.)  
Step 1  
Step 2  
Position on the left  
4
Align the hole at the bottom of log (5)  
over the "Nub" of log (3) as shown.  
rear log bracket  
5
Right front Log "Nub"  
3
2
3
Step 3  
Step 4  
Figure 24  
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3. Install the hood. Note the location of the  
Step 9. Install the Glass Enclosure  
Panel  
Step 10. Burner Air Shutter  
Adjustments  
(qUALIfIEd TECHNICIANS ONLY)  
three clips inside the top air channel above  
the glass enclosure panel. The clips are  
equally spaced on the top surface of the air  
channel opening. If needed, use a screw-  
driver to open the clips slightly. Engage  
the back edge of the hood into the clips to  
secure.  
WARNING  
Flame Appearance and Sooting  
Proper flame appearance is a flame which is  
blueatthebaseandbecomesyellowish-orange  
in the body of the flame. When the appliance  
is first lit, the entire flame may be blue and will  
graduallyturnyellowish-orangeduringtherst  
15 minutes of operation. After 15 minutes of  
operation, if the flame is blue, or if the flame is  
orange with evidence of sooting (black tip), the  
air shutter opening may need to be adjusted.  
do not attempt to substitute the  
materialsusedonthesedoors,or  
replacecrackedorbrokenglass.  
• Handle this glass with extreme  
care! Glass is susceptible to  
damage – do not scratch or  
handleroughlywhilereinstalling  
the glass door frame.  
• The glass door(s) of this appli-  
ance must only be replaced as a  
complete unit as provided by the  
manufacturer. do not attempt  
to replace broken, cracked or  
chipped glass separately.  
Removing the Glass Enclosure Panel  
1. Refer to Figure 25. To access the spring  
latches securing the front glass enclosure  
panel, open the lower control compartment  
door by lifting and pulling the bottom panel  
forward.  
Iftheairshutteropeningisclosedtoofar,sooting  
maydevelop. Sootingisindicatedbyblackpuffs  
developingatthetipsofverylongorangeames.  
Sootingresultsinblackdepositsformingonthe  
logs, appliance inside surfaces and on exterior  
surfaces adjacent to the vent termination.  
2. Pull the spring latches forward and down to  
release them from the lower door channel.  
3. Pull the bottom of the glass enclosure panel  
out a few inches, and grasp it on the right  
and left sides. Gently lift to release the panel  
from its upper channel, and then pull the  
enclosure panel forward to remove it.  
Sooting is caused by incomplete combustion  
in the flames and lack of combustion air enter-  
ing the air shutter opening. To achieve a warm  
yellowish-orange flame with an orange body  
that does not soot, the shutter opening must be  
adjusted between these two extremes.  
do not attempt to touch the front  
enclosure glass with your hands  
while the fireplace is in use.  
4. Visually inspect the gasket on the backside  
of the enclosure panel frame. The gasket  
surface must be clean, free of irregularities,  
and firmly seated.  
WARNING  
do not operate appliance with  
theglassfrontremoved,cracked  
or broken.  
Air Shutter Adjustment Guidelines  
This appliance is designed to operate only  
when the glass enclosure panel is installed.  
Do NOT remove the glass enclosure panel un-  
less necessary (e.g., to gain access to compo-  
nents within the firebox or to clean the glass).  
• If there is smoke or soot present, first check  
the log set positioning to ensure that the  
flames are not impinging on any of the logs.  
If the log set is properly positioned and a  
sooting condition still exists, then the air  
shutter opening should be increased.  
AVERTISSEMENT  
Header  
Spacing  
Top  
Ne pas utiliser l'appareil si le  
panneau frontal en verre n'est  
pas en place, est craqué ou  
brisé.  
• The more offsets in the vent system, the  
larger the air shutter opening will need to be.  
Standoffs  
• An appliance operated with the air shutter  
opened too far, may have flames that appear  
blue and transparent. These weak, blue and  
transparent flames are termed anemic.  
*IMPORTANT!  
Bend up the  
5/8”  
Top Standoff  
Spacers before  
installation.  
Nailing  
Flange  
Only doors certified with the appliance  
shall be used.  
• Propane models may exhibit flames which  
candle or appear stringy. If this is present and  
persists, adjust the air shutter to a more open  
position, then operate the appliance for a few  
moreminutestoensurethattheamenormal-  
izes and the flames do not appear sooty.  
1/2”  
Nailing  
Flange  
Use outer pair  
Seules des portes certifiées pour cet  
appareil doivent être utilisées.  
for 1/2" materials  
and inner pair  
for 5/8" materials.  
CAUTION: dO NOT abuse glass enclosure  
panel by striking or slamming shut.  
The following chart is provided to aid you in  
achieving the correct air shutter adjustment  
for your installation.  
Glass  
Installing the Glass Enclosure Panel  
Door  
Flush  
1. Refer to Figure 25. Position the glass enclo-  
sure panel in front of the firebox opening,  
with the bottom of the enclosure panel held  
away from the fireplace. Hook the top flange  
of the enclosure panel frame over the top of  
the firebox frame.  
Nailing  
Flange  
Glass Door  
Spring Latch  
Air Shutter Adjustment Guidelines:  
Amount of  
flame  
Air Shutter  
Control  
Compartment  
Panel  
Primary Air  
Color  
Adjustment  
If air shutter is  
closed too far  
flame will Air shutter  
be orange gap should be  
increased  
Hood  
2. Gently move the bottom of the enclosure  
panel frame toward the fireplace, ensuring  
that the gasket seats evenly. Fasten the  
two latches under the firebox floor to the  
vee-flange on the enclosure panel. Close  
both latches securely.  
Note: When installing the glass enclosure  
panel, make sure spacing on both sides is  
even and equal.  
If air shutter is  
open too far  
flame will Air shutter  
be blue gap should be  
decreased  
Figure 25  
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Burner Air Shutter Adjustment Procedure  
Adjustment Set-Screw  
Adjustment  
Rod Up  
(fully Open  
Position)  
WARNING  
Burner  
Tube  
Air shutter adjustment should only be performed  
by a qualified professional service technician.  
Ensure front glass panel are in place and sealed  
during adjustment.  
Air Shutter  
Ref. Air shutter Patent:  
U.S. Pat. 5,553,603  
Adjustment Rod down  
min. air opening position)  
CAUTION  
Main Burner factory Air Shutter  
Soot will be produced if the air shutter is closed  
too much. Any damage due to sooting resulting  
from improperly setting the air shutter is not  
covered under the warranty.  
Theairshutterdoorandnearbyappliancesurfaces  
are hot. Exercise caution to avoid injury while  
adjusting flame appearance.  
Opening Setting - Inches (millimeter)  
Model  
SLBV-35  
SLBV-40  
Nat.Gas  
1/32 (0.794)  
1/32 (0.794)  
Propane Gas  
1/16" (1.587)  
3/16" (4.763)  
Figure 26: Burner Air Shutter Adjustment  
1. Locate adjustment rod and adjust air shutter to the standard set-  
ting as shown in Figure 26 (adjustment rod is located in the lower  
control compartment).  
Note: Move the adjustment rod DOWN to decrease air  
and UP to increase air.  
2. Light appliance (follow lighting procedure on lighting label in con-  
trol compartment or see the Care and Operation manual).  
3. Allow the burner to operate for at least 15 minutes while observing  
the flame continuously to ensure that the proper flame appearance has  
been achieved (see Figure 27 and 28). If the following conditions  
are present, adjust accordingly:  
• If flame appears weak or sooty, adjust the air shutter, incremen-  
tally, to a more open position until the proper flame appearance is  
achieved.  
• If flame stays lowered blue, adjust the air shutter, incrementally,  
to a more closed position until the proper flame appearance is  
achieved.  
Figure 27: Burner Flame Appearance – Model SLBV-35  
4. Leave the control knob (off/pilot/on) in the ON position and the  
burner OFF/ON switch OFF (and remote switches, if applicable).  
5. When satisfied that the burner flame appearance is normal, re-  
install the lower control compartment door then proceed to finish the  
installation.  
Figure 28: Burner Flame Appearance – Model SLBV-40  
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Step 11. Perform Spillage Test  
Afterapplianceinstallation,performthisspillage  
test to verify proper venting conditions:  
Lintel Screw Hole  
in Cabinet Top  
1 - Place unit in its normally-operated condi-  
tion, that is, with the glass enclosure panel  
in place.  
2 - Close all doors and windows in the room.  
Right Side  
Scoop  
Turn on all exhaust fans in the house.  
3 - Light the appliance.  
4 - Wait 15 minutes.  
5 - To check for venting action, start by hold-  
ing a smoke producing device below the  
glass enclosure panel. The smoke should  
be drawn into the control compartment.  
Continue the test by moving the smoke-  
producing device along the entire length  
of the lower edge of the glass enclosure  
panel.  
Right Side  
of Firebox  
3 Scoop Screws  
Figure 29-A  
Upper Right Side of Firebox  
(right side Scoop removed)  
Lintel Screw Hole  
in Cabinet Top  
6 - If the smoke is NOT drawn into the con-  
trol compartment, turn off the appliance  
and call a qualified service technican.  
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Manually-Reset Safety Limit Switch  
This appliance is equipped with a manually-  
reset safety limit switch in the upper RIGHT  
side of the firebox, behind the right side scoop.  
Refer to Figure 29 for its location.  
Bracket (right side Scoop removed)  
To access the Safety Limit Switch, reach in and up  
behind the Bracket, and push the red reset button  
located between the two Wire Terminals.  
If, during appliance operation, the flame  
goes out (independently of the burner ON/  
OFF switch), the safety limit switch may have  
tripped.  
Figure 29-B  
Some causes for a tripped safety limit switch  
include the following:  
Incorrect flue configuration  
Blocked flue  
Negative pressure inside house  
Limit Switch  
Wire Terminals  
(Red reset button  
is between the  
two terminals.)  
Before resetting the safety limit switch, have  
a qualified service technician inspect the  
fireplace and venting for these conditions and  
repair as needed.  
Cabinet  
Corner  
To RESET the safety limit switch, push the  
reset button located between the wire terminals  
on the back of the switch. Follow the steps be-  
low to access the switch (also see Figure 29-C).  
Door  
Frame  
Figure 29-C  
Figure 29  
To REPLACE the safety limit switch, follow  
the steps below.  
Safety Limit Switch / Reset Button Location  
IMPORTANT: This procedure should only be  
performed by a qualified service technician.  
Inside View of Firebox (upper right side)  
1 - Turn Off electrical power to appliance.  
5 - Remove the (3) screws securing the lintel,  
and then remove the lintel. One of the lintel  
cabinet top holes is shown in Figure 29.  
6 - Remove the (3) screws securing the  
scoop, and then remove the scoop. Refer  
to Figure 29 for correct location for model  
size.  
7 - Reset the limit switch per Figure 29-B. If  
unit does not reset, remove the (2) screws  
securing the safety switch bracket, and  
pull the switch/bracket assembly (with  
low voltage wires attached) through the  
side panel slot into the firebox.  
2 - Allow the appliance to cool.  
3 - Remove the lower control compartment  
8 - Replace the switch, if necessary..  
9 - Reinstall the scoop and lintel.  
access panel.  
4 - Refer to Figure 25 on Page 20. Open both  
latches under the firebox floor securing  
the glass enclosure panel. Remove the  
panel by tilting it outward at the bottom  
and lifting it up. Set aside the panel, taking  
care to protect it from damage.  
10 - Reinstall the glass enclosure panel and  
control compartment access panel.  
The appliance should then relight and remain  
lit. If this does not occur, contact your dealer.  
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Step 12. Install Hood  
NOTE: All models must have a hood installed  
prior to operating.  
Combustible finished  
Wall Materials  
Refer to Figure 30. Install hood by sliding it into  
the slots on the lower edge of the cabinet top.  
1 in (25 mm) min.  
Header  
IMPORTANT!  
Bend up standoffs  
to vertical position.  
Step 13. finishing Requirements  
Wall details  
Complete finished interior wall.  
Combustible material  
may touch appliance top.  
To install the appliance facing flush with the  
finished wall, position framework to accom-  
modate the thickness of the finished wall  
(Figure 30).  
Top of Appliance  
3" Clearance min.  
Hood  
For Cold Climate Insulation, see Page 5.  
For Clearances, see Page 7.  
Figure 30: Combustible Wall Framing  
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Step 14. Attach Safety-In-Operation Warnings  
It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure these warning labels are properly affixed during installation.  
These warning labels are a critical step in informing consumers of the safe operation of this appliance.  
COLOCACIóNdEAdVERTENCIASdESEGURIdAd  
EN OPERACIóN  
ATTACHING SAfETY-IN-OPERATION  
WARNINGS  
APPOSITION dES MISES EN GARdE RELATIVES  
à LA SéCURITé d’UTILISATION  
Se requiere que las etiquetas de instrucciones de  
seguridad incluidas con la chimenea se coloquen en  
el punto de operación y control de la misma. Se debe  
colocar una etiqueta de instrucciones de seguridad  
en la placa del interruptor de pared desde el cual se  
enciende y se apaga la chimenea (ver la Figura A) y  
en el transmisor de control remoto (Figura B) si se  
usa. Para completar correctamente la instalación de  
esta chimenea, encuentre las etiquetas adhesivas  
multilingüesincluidasconlasinstruccionesdecuidado  
y operación y haga lo siguiente:  
It is required that the safety instruction labels fur-  
nished with the fireplace be affixed to the operation  
andcontrolpointofthereplace.Asafetyinstruction  
label must be affixed to the wall switch plate where  
the fireplace is turned on and off (See Figure A) and  
if used on the remote control handheld transmitter  
(Figure B). To properly complete the installation of  
thisreplace,locatethemulti-lingualadhesivelabels  
provided with the Care and Operation Instructions  
and proceed as follows:  
Ilestimpératifquelesétiquettesdesécuritéfourniesavec  
lefoyersoientcolléesàcôtédesdispositifsdecontrôle  
dufoyer.Uneétiquettedesécuritédoitêtrecolléesurla  
plaque de l’interrupteur contrôlant l’allumage du foyer  
(voir Figure A) et, le cas échéant, sur le boîtier de la  
télécommande (Figure B). Pour achever l’installation  
correcte de ce foyer, procédez comme suit avec les  
étiquettes adhésives en langues étrangères fournies  
avec les instructions d’utilisation et d’entretien :  
1. Repérez l’interrupteur qui contrôle le foyer (vérifiez  
que l’interrupteur contrôle le fonctionnement du  
foyer en le faisant basculer de Marche à Arrêt, et  
vice-versa). Nettoyez soigneusement la plaque  
murale de l’interrupteur pour éliminer la poussière  
et les traces de graisse ou d’huile. Collez l’étiquette  
sur la surface de la plaque de l’interrupteur mural  
qui contrôle le foyer (Figure A). Choisissez la  
langue qui est principalement parlée dans la  
résidence du propriétaire. En cas de doute, collez  
l’étiquette en anglais.  
2. Si une télécommande est utilisée pour contrôler  
le foyer, nettoyez la soigneusement pour éliminer  
la poussière et les traces de graisse ou d’huile.  
Collez l’étiquette sur le boîtier de la télécommande  
(Figure B). Choisissez la langue qui est principale-  
ment parlée dans la résidence du propriétaire. En  
cas de doute, collez l’étiquette en anglais.  
3. Si vous ne trouvez pas les étiquettes, veuillez  
appeler Lennox Hearth Products ou votre distribu-  
teur Lennox Hearth Products local pour recevoir  
gratuitement des étiquettes supplémentaires.  
1. Locate the wall switch that controls the fireplace  
(verify the switch operates the fireplace by turn-  
ing it on and off). Clean the wall switch plate  
thoroughlytoremoveanydustandoils. Affixthe  
label to the surface of the plate of the wall switch  
that controls the fireplace (Figure A). Choose  
the language primarily spoken in the home. If  
unknown, affix the English language label.  
1. Identifique el interruptor de pared que controla  
la chimenea (verifique que el interruptor opera la  
chimeneaencendiéndolayapagándola).Limpiebien  
laplacadelinterruptordeparedparaquitarelpolvo  
yaceite.Peguelaetiquetaenlasuperficiedelaplaca  
delinterruptorquecontrolalachimenea(FiguraA).  
Seleccione el idioma que más se habla en la casa.  
Si no sabe cuál es, use la etiqueta en inglés.  
2. Si se usa un control remoto para controlar la  
chimenea, encuentre el transmisor y límpielo bien  
para quitar el polvo y aceite. Pegue la etiqueta en  
la superficie del transmisor (Figura B). Seleccione  
el idioma que más se habla en la casa. Si no sabe  
cuál es, use la etiqueta en inglés.  
2. Ifaremotecontrolisusedtocontrolthereplace,  
locate the transmitter and clean it thoroughly  
to remove any dust and oils. Affix the label to  
the surface of handheld transmitter (Figure B).  
Choose the language primarily spoken in the  
home. If unknown, affix the English language  
label.  
3. Sinopuedeencontrarlasetiquetas,sírvasellamara  
LennoxHearthProductsoaldistribuidordeLennox  
HearthProductsmáscercanopararecibiretiquetas  
deinstruccionesdeseguridadadicionalesgratuitas.  
3. If you are unable to locate the labels, please call  
LennoxHearthProductsoryournearestLennox  
Hearth Products dealer to receive additional  
safety instruction labels free of charge.  
Juego de etiquetas de repuesto - Nº de cat. H8024  
LENNOX HEARTH PROdUCTS  
1-800-9-LENNOX  
Étiquettes de remplacement, n° cat. H8024  
Cat. No. H8024 Replacement Label Kit  
LENNOX HEARTH PROdUCTS  
1-800-9-LENNOX  
Remarque : Le texte anglais est rouge sur un support  
transparent. Le texte français et espagnol est blanc  
sur un support noir.  
LENNOX HEARTH PROdUCTS  
1-800-9-LENNOX  
Nota: La etiqueta en inglés es transparente con texto  
rojo. Las etiquetas en francés y español son negras  
con texto blanco.  
Note: English is red text on clear label. French  
and Spanish are white text on black label.  
SAfETY LABEL  
dIAGRAMS  
dIAGRAMMES dES éTIqUETTES  
dIAGRAMAS dE ETIqUETAS  
dE SéCURITé  
dE SEGURIdAd  
Figure A  
Figure B  
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SUPERIOR® B-VENT GAS FIREPLACES • MODELS SLBV-35, SLBV-40 • INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
GAS CONVERSION KITS  
Electronic dEXEN Systems  
Natural Gas To Propane Gas  
Conversion Kits  
Models  
SLBV-35  
SLBV-40  
Catalog No.  
WARNING  
H8268  
H7669  
This conversion kit shall be installed by a qualified service agency in  
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and all applicable codes  
andrequirementsoftheauthorityhavingjurisdiction. Iftheinformationin  
these instruction is not followed exactly, a fire, explosion or production of  
carbon monoxide may result causing property damage, personal injury  
or loss of life. The qualified service agency is responsible for the proper  
installationofthiskit. Theinstallationisnotproperandcompleteuntilthe  
operationof theconverted appliance is checked as specified in the manu-  
facturer’s instructions supplied with the kit.The qualified service agency  
performing this installation assumes responsibility for this conversion.  
Electronic dEXEN Systems  
Propane Gas To Natural Gas  
Conversion Kits  
Models  
SLBV-35  
SLBV-40  
Catalog No.  
H8269  
H7671  
Gas Conversion Kit Installation  
Instructions  
AVERTISSEMENT  
Cette trousse de conversion doit être installée par un technicien agréé,  
selonlesinstructionsdufabricantetselontouteslesexigencesettousles  
codes pertinents de l’autorité compétente. Assurez-vous de bien suivre  
les instructions dans cette notice pour réduire au minimum le risque  
d’incendie,d’explosionoulaproductiondemonoxydedecarbonepouvant  
causer des dommages matériels, des blessures ou la mort. Le tecnicien  
agrééestresponsabledel’installationdecettetrousse.Linstallationn’est  
pas adéquate ni complète tant que le bon fonctionnement de l’appareil  
convertinapasétévérifiéselonlesinstructionsdufabricantfourniesavec  
la trousse. Le fournisseur de service qualifié ayant réalisé l'installation  
assume les responsabilités liées à la conversion.  
Step 1. TURN Off THE GAS SUPPLY TO THE  
APPLIANCE and disconnect power  
supply at the circuit breaker. Ensure  
appliance is cold.  
CAUTION: THE GAS SUPPLY SHALL BE  
SHUT Off PRIOR TO dISCONNECTING THE  
ELECTRICAL POWER, BEfORE PROCEEd-  
ING WITH THE CONVERSION.  
ATTENTION: AVANT d’EffECTUER  
LA CONVERSION, COUPEz d’ABORd  
LALIMENTATION EN GAz, ENSUITE,  
COUPEz LALIMENTATION éLECTRIqUE.  
Kitpartnumbersarelistedhere andthefollow-  
ingstepsdetailtheconversionprocedure. Refer  
totheinstructionsprovidedwiththeconversion  
kit when performing any gas conversion.  
In Canada:  
Step 2. Remove the front glass enclosure  
THE CONVERSION SHALL BE CARRIEd  
OUT IN ACCORdANCE WITH THE  
REqUIREMENTS Of THE PROVINCIAL  
AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISdICTION  
ANd IN ACCORdANCE WITH THE  
REqUIREMENTS Of THE CAN/  
CSA-B149.1 INSTALLATION COdE.  
panel. See Figure 25 on Page 20.  
Step 3. Carefully remove the logs.  
Note: Logs are fragile. Handle gently  
to prevent breakage.  
Millivolt SIT Systems  
Natural Gas To Propane Gas  
Conversion Kits  
Step 4. Refer to Figure 31. Remove the burner  
assembly with attached venturi tube.  
Models  
SLBV-35  
SLBV-40  
Catalog No.  
H8270  
LA CONVERSION dEVRA êTRE  
EffECTUéE CONfORMéMENT  
AUX RECOMMANdATIONS dES  
AUTORITéS PROVINCIALES AYANT  
JURIdICTION ET CONfORMéMENT  
AUX EXIGENCES dU COdE  
for Millivolt Systems, continue to Step 5.  
H7673  
for Electronic Systems, skip to Step 8.  
Step 5. SIT Millivolt Valve: Refer to Figure 32  
and the instructions provided with the  
kit.  
Millivolt SIT Systems  
Propane Gas to Natural Gas  
Conversion Kits  
d'INSTALLATION CAN/CSA-B149.1.  
a. Using a Torx T20 (with 1/4" shank  
and center hole), remove and dis-  
card the three pressure regulator  
mounting screws.  
Models  
SLBV-35  
SLBV-40  
Catalog No.  
Gas conversion kits are available to adapt your  
appliance from the use of one type of gas to  
the use of another. These kits contain all the  
necessarycomponentsneededtocompletethe  
task including labeling that must be affixed to  
ensure safe operation.  
H8271  
H7675  
b. Remove the pressure regulator,  
spring, poppet, diaphragm and  
bushing.  
c. discard all removed components.  
d. Make sure the rubber gasket in-  
stalled on the back of the replace-  
ment pressure regulator is properly  
positioned. Tighten screws to 25  
in.-lb. torque.  
25  
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Electronic Appliances  
All Models  
Burner Assembly  
Step 8. dexen Electronic Valves: Refer to  
Figure 34 and the instructions pro-  
vided with the kit.  
Note the following:  
Use pipe joint compound or Teflon tape on  
all pipe fittings before installing.  
a. Remove and discard the two pres-  
sure regulator mounting screws.  
Ensure propane-resistant compounds are  
used in propane applications.  
b. Remove the pressure regulator and  
diaphragm.  
Do NOT use pipe joint compounds on flare  
fittings.  
Gas Valve  
Assembly  
c. discard all removed components.  
Step 10. Refer to Figure 31.  
d. Make sure the provided diaphragm  
is installed properly onto the re-  
placement pressure regulator.  
Orifice  
a. VERIfY PROPER ORIfICE SIzE  
BEfORE INSTALLING IT.  
b. Remove the orifice from the mani-  
fold and replace it with the one  
provided in the kit. See Table 7 for  
orifice sizes for natural and propane  
models. Figure 36 illustrates the  
orifice. Always check and verify  
orifice size.  
e. Install the new pressure regulator  
using the new screws supplied with  
the kit; tighten the screws.  
Pressure-Tap  
Burner Stage  
Terminal  
Figure 31: SIT Millivolt System  
(Manifold)  
c. Retrieve the burner. Slide the venturi  
tube over the orifice.  
Regulator  
Mounting  
Screw  
Gas  
Supply Gas  
Inlet  
Outlet  
To Burner  
d. Adjust the burner air shutter as  
shown in Figure 26 on Page 21.  
Pressure  
Regulator  
L O  
H I  
PILOT  
Burner Orifice Sizes  
Elevation 0-4500 feet ( 0-1372 meters)  
Model  
Nat.Gas  
Propane  
Pressure-Tap  
(Inlet)  
Remove  
These  
Pilot Stage  
Terminal  
Series  
drill size (inches)  
drill size (inches)  
Components  
#48 (0.076")* #56 (0.046")*  
H123662L37•  
Ground (TP)  
Pilot Gas Outlet  
SLBV-35  
SLBV-40  
Figure 32: SIT Millivolt System  
#43 (0.089")* #55 (0.052")*  
99K7519L52•  
Figure 34: Dexen Electronic Gas Valve  
Step 6. (Millivolt systems only): Attach ma-  
nometer to the manifold side pressure  
testttingandverifymanifoldpressure  
reads 3.5 inches water column (0.87  
kPa) for natural gas, and 10.0 inches  
water column (2.49 kPa) for propane  
gas.  
Standard size installed at factory.  
Part /Cat. Number.  
Step 9. Refer to Figure 35. Follow these steps  
*
Table 7  
to replace the pilot orifice:  
a. Remove pilot hood assembly to  
access the phillipped pilot orifice.  
b. Remove and replace the orifice  
with the one provided with the kit.  
Exercise extreme care to prevent  
damage to or breakage of the  
igniter assembly.  
Step 7. (Millivoltsystemsonly):RefertoFigure  
33.Removethepilothoodassemblyto  
access the hexed pilot orifice. Remove  
and replace the orifice with the one  
provided in the kit.  
Figure 36  
Skip to Step 10.  
Pilot  
Hood  
Sensor  
Igniter  
Step 11. Reassemble the remaining compo-  
nents by reversing the procedures  
outlined in the preceding steps.  
Step 12. Attach the conversion label (provided  
in the conversion kit) next to the rat-  
ing plate on the appliance.  
Step 13. Turn on gas supply and test for gas  
leaks (refer to Page 16).  
Pilot  
Orifice  
ALWAYS TEST PRESSURES WITH THE VALVE  
REGULATOR CONTROL AT THE HIGHEST  
SETTING.  
Figure 35: Dexen Electronic System  
Figure 33: SIT Millivolt System  
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Lennox Hearth Products reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in design,  
materials, specifications, prices and also to discontinue colors, styles and products.  
Consult your local distributor for fireplace code information.  
LENNOX HEARTH PROdUCTS  
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