Questions? Email us at fireplaces@montigo.com or visit our website at www.montigo.com. Installation Operation & Maintenance C38-DV Gas Fireplace Warning: Improper installation, adjustment, 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.
C38-DV Gas Fireplace Table Of Contents Introduction Thank You for choosing a Montigo C-Series Fireplace. Introduction ............................................................................. 2 About the C38 Fireplace: Installation The C38-DV includes a 25,000 BTU dual burner with embers and a five piece ceramic logset. This model is available in four versions. Installing the Fireplace Shell ........................................... 3 Installing the Gasline .....................................
C38-DV Gas Fireplace Installation Installing The Fireplace Shell The fireplace may be installed in any location that is free of air conditioning ducts, electrical wiring and plumbing. Safety, as well as efficiency of operation, must be considered when selecting the fireplace location. Try to select a location that does not interfere with room traffic, has adequate ventilation, and offers an accessible pathway for Direct Vent installation. Refer to page 4 - Vent Installation for more information.
C38-DV Gas Fireplace Installation Installing The Gas Line The gas line must be installed before finishing the C38-DV Fireplace. Natural Gas requires a minimum inlet gas supply pressure of 5.5" W.C. & a manifold pressure of 3.5" W.C. Propane Gas requires a minimum inlet gas supply pressure of 11" W.C. & a manifold pressure of 10" W.C. Provision must also be made for a 1/8" N.P.T. plugged tapping and be accessible for test gauge connection immediately upstream of the gas supply controls to the appliance.
C38-DV Gas Fireplace Installation Installing Terminations with Built-In Frames Installing Heat Guards over Terminations 11 PTO-3F 11 PTKOG 1. Frame the termination opening to 11" x 11". 2. Fasten the termination to the studs using a minimum of 4 screws. Installing Terminations with MSR Frames 12 1. Ensure that the two long mounting brackets are facing the bottom of the termination. (See inset). This will provide more heat protection at the top of the termination, where temperatures are highest.
C38-DV Gas Fireplace Installation Top Vent Venting Runs For the C38-DV Top Vent, there are two types of installations: A) Through-The-Wall Installations and B) Vertical (Through-The-Roof) Installations. A) Through-The-Wall Installations Before you install any venting, you must determine whether the venting run will be acceptable. Unacceptable venting can affect the fireplace's combustion.
C38-DV Gas Fireplace Installation Example 1: 150" max. 30" max. For our shortest venting configuration use components A and F (see Figure 9a). Termination Rigid Solid Section Sections PEL-90F/F Elbow Exterior Wall Flex Section Hearth Figure 9a. Typical Top Vent installation. If the 90° elbow is installed directly on the fireplace, the height to the center of the termination is 43½". Horizontal Venting Figure 10. Extended Installation using a combination of solid and flex venting.
C38-DV Gas Fireplace Installation B. Vertical (Through-The-Roof) Installations 5/8" with option for 4/7" n Vertical rise >12' can be reduced n Vertical Terminations must be installed: • minimum 2' (two feet) above the highest point where vent passes through the roof. • minimum 6' (six feet) from a mechanical air inlet • minimum 3' (three feet) from a parapet wall. n Maximum vent height is 30 feet above fireplace. Note: Flame characteristics will change if the maximum vent height is used.
C38-DV Gas Fireplace Installation Storm collar 2. 45° Corner Installation. 2' min. Roof flashing Support straps or support plate & ring Attach an PEL-45 (45° elbow) directly onto the flue collar. Cut the PXT-20 to suit, and attach it to the PEL-45. Slide the fireplace into position and attach to the termination. Maximum horizontal run must not exceed 20". Firestop Termination 30' max. max.
C38-DV Gas Fireplace Installation B. Multi-Elbow Installations For more diffiicult installation situations, the C38-DV Rear Vent may be installed with two — 90° elbows and up to 15' of horizontal run. If using this installation option, you must adhere to the following guidelines: Installation Of Rear Vent DV C38-DV Rear Vent versions are supplied with an PXT-20 (female/ female) section.
C38-DV Gas Fireplace Installation Finishing Around the Fireplace Combustible mantels and mouldings may be safely installed over the top and on the front of the fireplace provided that they do not project beyond shaded area shown in Figure 19. Side wall clearances are 3". Combustible surrounds may be installed with 3" clearance to the side of the fireplace as shown in Figure 20.
C38-DV Gas Fireplace Installation Wiring for the optional Fan Kit All C38-DV fireplaces may be equipped with optional fan kits (Part no. RFK1001, RFK1003, RFK1006 or RFK1007)for circulating heat into the living space. Installations in Canada which employ the fans must be electrically grounded in accordance with CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 and/or Local Codes.
C38-DV Gas Fireplace Installation 4. 5. Place the top logs in position as shown in figure 24b, place the centre log down first, then the right and left logs. Log 'D' Log 'E' Start the fireplace. If the flame appears satisfactory, replace the glass door and door cover. Embers Flame Shaper Figure 23c. Removing the door. Re-installing the door: To re-install the door, tilt the top edge towards you and line up the tabs of the bottom of the door with the slots on the fireplace.
C38-DV Gas Fireplace C38-DV Operation - Model C38-DV with Millivolt (Standing) Pilot For Your Safety - READ BEFORE LIGHTING: WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas.
C38-DV Gas Fireplace C38-DV-S Operation - Model C38-DV-S with Pilotless (Spark-to-Burner) Ignition For Your Safety - READ BEFORE LIGHTING: WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. phone. Follow the gas suppliers instructions. n If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the Fire Department. A. This appliance does not have a pilot.
C38-DV Gas Fireplace Operation Maintenance Lighting Instructions CAUTIONS n Fireplace gas control must be in the “OFF” position and pilot and main burners extinguished when cleaning appliance with a vacuum. See pages 14 and 15. Burner Adjustment The C38-DV (millivolt model only) is equipped with an adjustable burner, allowing you to raise or lower the flames. To adjust the flames, locate the black knob marked 'Hi-Lo', in the centre of the gas control valve (See Figure 26).
C38-DV Gas Fireplace Maintenance Troubleshooting Gas Control Valve (C38-DV) Power Generator A. Diagnosing the status using the indicator light. The LED indicator light on the control module will show the control system's current status. Pilot Adjustment Screw Wall Switch LED Pattern No Light Inlet Pressure C38-DV-S Manifold Pressure Test Connection Figure 27 Sit Nova 820 gas valve. Pilot Burner Adjustment (C38-DV) 3.
C38-DV Gas Fireplace Warranty The Warranty The Companies warrants the Montigo Gas Appliance to be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of manufacture. On the Montigo, there is a tenyear warranty on the firebox and its components, a five-year warranty on the main burner and pilot burner, and a one-year warranty on the gas control valve and fibre logs. Glass, plated/painted finishes, and refractory lining are exempt.
C38-DV Gas Fireplace Appendix A - Termination Locations A = clearance to the termination frame above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony [16 inches (41 cm) minimum] B = clearance to door, or sides and top of window, that may be opened [16 inches (41 cm) minimum for appliances ≤100 000 BTU/H (30kW)] C = clearance to bottom of window that may be opened horizontally [36 inches (92 cm) minimum for appliances ≤100 000 BTU/H (30kW)] M = clearance to mechanical air supply inlet [*6 feet (1.
C38-DV Gas Fireplace Appendix B - Wiring for STB-Equipped fireplaces Option A - Single Wall Switch for STB Control Only Use this wiring option when installing a single wall switch to control the fireplace only. The switch on the yellow circuit controls the Spark To Burner (STB) system. The blue circuit provides power to the optional fans and is always hot. The fireplace can be safely wired this way, even if fans are not installed. The fans can be added later, if desired. Figure 29a.
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