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SPARK MODERN FIRES
™
WARNING: If the information in this manual
is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage,
personal injury, or loss of life.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
•Do not try to light any appliance.
•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.
— I n s t a l l a t i o n a n d s e r v i c e m u s t b e
performed by a qualified installer,
service agency, or the gas supplier.
This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses
air (oxygen) from the room in which it is
installed. Provisions for adequate combus-
tion and ventilating air must be provided.
Refer to page 4, Air for Combustion and
Ventilation.
This appliance may be installed in an
aftermarket,* permanently located, manu-
factured (mobile) home, where not prohib-
ited by local codes.
This appliance is only for use with the type
of gas indicated on the rating plate. This
appliance is not convertible for use with
other gases.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjust-
ment, alteration, service, or maintenance
can cause injury or property damage. Refer
to this manual for correct installation and
operational procedures. For assistance or
additional information consult a qualified in-
staller, service agency, or the gas supplier.
This heater shall not be installed in a room
or space unless the required volume of the
indoor combustion air is provided by the
method described in the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, the Internatio-
nal Fuel Gas Code, or applicable local codes
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from
the manufacturer
UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) SEE THRU GAS FIREPLACE
WITH ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM
MODELS: 59(N,P)
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference
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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,
etc. It is imperative that control compartments, burners
and circulating air passageways of the appliance be
kept clean.
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Safety Information .............................................. 3
Local Codes, Specifications................................ 4
Locating Firebox ................................................ 5
Product Specifications........................................ 5
Air For Combustion and Ventilation ................... 6
Installation .......................................................... 8
Framing ............................................................. 10
Operating Fireplace ........................................... 19
This unit was tested and listed to ANSI
Z21.11.2-2011 by OMNI-Test Laboratories.
Inspecting Burners ........................................... 23
Cleaning and Maintenance ................................24
Troubleshooting .................................................25
Proflame Wiring Diagram ...................................29
llustrated Parts Breakdown and Parts List ........ 30
Warranty Information ........................... Back Cover
WARNING
This appliance is equiped for (natural or propane) gas.
Field conversion is not permitted.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING: This product con-
tains and/or generates chemicals
known to the state of California
to cause cancer or birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
IMPORTANT: Read this owner ’s
manual carefully and completely
b e f o r e t r y i n g t o a s s e m b l e ,
operate or service this heater.
Improper use of this heater can
cause serious injury or death
f r o m b u r n s , f i r e , e x p l o s i o n ,
e l e c t r i c a l s h o c k a n d c a r b o n
monoxide poisoning.
DANGER: Carbon monoxide
poisoning may lead to death!
Car b on Mon ox i de Poison i ng: E arl y s igns of
carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu, with
headaches, dizziness or nausea. If you have these
signs, the heater may not be working properly. Get
fresh air at once! Have heater serviced. Some
people are more affected by carbon monoxide than
others. These include pregnant women, people with
heart or lung disease or anemia, those under the
influence of alcohol and those at high altitudes.
Natural and Propane/LP Gas: Natural and pro-
pane/LP gases are odorless. An odor-making agent
is added to the gas. The odor helps you detect a gas
leak. However, the odor added to the gas can fade.
Gas may be present even though no odor exists.
Make certain you read and understand all warnings.
Keep this manual for reference. It is your guide to
safe and proper operation of this heater.
WARNING: Any change to
this heater or its controls can
be dangerous.
WA RNING: Do not us e a
blower insert, heat exchanger
insert or other accessory not ap-
proved for use with this heater.
WARNING: Do not allow fans
to blow directly into the fireplace.
Avoid any drafts that alter burner
flame patterns. Ceiling fans can
create drafts that alter burner
flame patterns. Altered burner
patterns can cause sooting.
Due to high temperatures, the
appliance should be located out
of traffic and away from furniture
and draperies.
Keep the appliance area clear
and free from combustible ma-
terials, gasoline and other flam-
mable vapors and liquids.
Do not place clothing or other
flammable material on or near
the appliance. Never place any
objects on the heater.
Children and adults should be
alerted to the hazard of high
surface temperatures and sho-
uld stay away to avoid burns or
clothing ignition.Young children
should be carefully supervised
when they are in the same room
with the appliance.
When using the optional hand-
held remote accessory, keep
selector switch inside firebox
in the OFF position to prevent
children from t urning on burners
with remote.
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1. This appliance is only for use with the type of
gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance
is not convertible for use with other gases.
2. Do not place propane/LP supply tank(s) in-
side any structure. Locate propane/LP supply
tank(s) outdoors (propane/LP units only).
3. If you smell gas
• shut off gas supply
• 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 ʼs phone. Follow the gas supplier ʼs
instructions
• if you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department
4. This fireplace shall not be installed in a bed-
room or bathroom.
5. Do not use this fireplace as a wood-burning
fireplace.
6.To prevent the creation of soot, follow the
instructions in Cleaning and Maintenance
section.
7.Before using furniture polish, wax, carpet
cleaner or similar products, turn heater off. If
heated, the vapors from these products may
create a white powder residue within burner
box or on adjacent walls or furniture.
8.This fireplace needs fresh air ventilation to run
properly. This fireplace has an Oxygen Deple-
tion Sensing (ODS) safety shutoff system. The
ODS shuts down the fireplace if enough fresh
air is not available. See Air for Combustion
and Ventilation, page 6. If fireplace keeps
shutting off, see Troubleshooting, page 21.
9.Do not run fireplace
• where flammable liquids or vapors are used
or stored
• under dusty conditions
10.Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn
paper or other objects.
SAFETY INFORMATION
Continued
11.Do not use fireplace if any part has been
exposed to or under water. Immediately call
a qualified service technician to inspect the
fireplace and to replace any part of the control
system and any gas control which has been
under water.
12.Turn fireplace off and let cool before servicing.
Only a qualified service person should service
and repair fireplace.
13.Operating fireplace above elevations of 4,500
feet could cause pilot outage.
14.To prevent performance problems in propane/LP
units, do not use propane/LP fuel tanks of less
than 100 lbs. capacity (propane/LP units only).
15.Provide adequate clearances around air
openings.
LOCAL CODES
Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all local
codes. In the absence of local codes, use the lat-
est edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54*.
*Available from:
American National Standards Institute, Inc.
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
National Fire Protection Association, Inc.
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
S t a t e o f M a s s a c h u s e t t s : T h e i n s t a l l a -
tion must be made by a licensed plumber
o r g a s f i t t e r i n t h e C o m m o n w e a l t h o f
Massachusetts.
S e l l er s o f u n v e n t e d p ro p a n e o r n a t u r al
gas-fired supplemental room heaters shall
provide to each purchaser a copy of 527
CMR 30 upon sale of the unit.
Vent-free gas products are prohibited for
bedroom and bathroom installation in the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Keep the appliance area clear
and free from combustible ma-
terials, gasoline and other flam-
mable vapors and liquids.
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LOCATING FIREBOX
PLANNING
Carefully plan where you will install the firebox. This will save time and money later when you install the
firebox. Before installation, consider the following:
1. Where the firebox will be located. Allow for wall and ceiling clearances (see Installation Clear-
ances, page 9.
2. Everything needed to complete installation.
3.Proper air for combustion and ventilation.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
RIGHT SIDE VIEW60"
48"
28.75"
8.15"
25.75"28.75"
FRONT VIEW
TOP VIEW
GAS LINE ACCESS, BOTH SIDES
25.75"13.75"
18"
Maximum 10.5"
Minimum 5.0"
Ignition Electronic
Manifold Pressure 3.5"
W.C.Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water)
Type Gas Propane/LP
Ignition Electronic
Manifold Pressure 10.0"
W.C.Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water)
ModeP
Maximum 13.0"
Minimum 11.0"
Btu (VBtu (V ariable) 25,500 - 39,000
Type Gas Natural Gas
ariable) 27,000 - 38,000
Model 59N Model 59P
Orifice #49
Shipping Weight 165 lbs.
Orifice #31
Shipping Weight 165 lbs.
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AIR FOR COMBUSTION
AND VENTILATION
WARNING: This firebox shall
not be installed in a confined
space or unusually tight con-
struction unless provisions are
provided for adequate combus-
tion and ventilation air. Read the
following instructions to insure
proper fresh air for this and
other fuel-burning appliances
in your home.
Todayʼs homes are built more energy efficient
than ever. New materials, increased insulation and
new construction methods help reduce heat loss
in homes. Home owners weather strip and caulk
around windows and doors to keep the cold air out
and the warm air in. During heating months, home
owners want their homes as airtight as possible.
While it is good to make your home energy effi-
cient, your home needs to breathe. Fresh air must
enter your home. All fuel-burning appliances need
fresh air for proper combustion and ventilation.
Exhaust fans, fireboxes, clothes dryers and fuel
burning appliances draw air from the house to
operate. You must provide adequate fresh air for
these appliances. This will insure proper venting
of vented fuel-burning appliances.
PROVIDING ADEQUATE
VENTILATION
The following are excerpts from National Fuel
Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Section 5.3,
Air for Combustion and Ventilation.
All spaces in homes fall into one of the three fol-
lowing ventilation classifications:
1. Unusually Tight Construction
2. Unconfined Space
3. Confined Space
Unusually Tight Construction
The air that leaks around doors and windows
may provide enough fresh air for combustion and
ventilation. However, in buildings of unusually
tight construction, you must provide additional
fresh air.
Unusually tight construction is defined as
construction where:
a.walls and ceilings exposed to the out-
side atmosphere have a continuous
water vapor retarder with a rating of
one perm (6 x 10-11 kg per pa-sec-m2) or
less with openings gasketed or sealed
and
b.weather stripping has been added on
openable windows and doors and
c.caulking or se alants ar e applied to
areas such as joints around window
and door frames, between sole plates
and floors, between wall-ceiling joints,
between wall panels, at penetrations
for plumbing, electrical and gas lines
and at other openings.
If your home meets all of the three criteria
above, you must provide additional fresh
air. See Ventilation Air From Outdoors,
page 8.
If your home does not meet all of the three
c r i t e r i a abov e, p r o c e e d t o De te r mining
Fresh-Air Flow for Heater Location, page 7.
Confined and Unconfined Space
The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA
54 defines a confined space as a space whose
volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu
per hour (4.8 m3 per kw) of the aggregate input
rating of all appliances installed in that space and
an unconfined space as a space whose volume is
not less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour
(4.8 m3 per kw) of the aggregate input rating of
all appliances installed in that space. Rooms com-
municating directly with the space in which the
appliances are installed*, through openings not
furnished with doors, are considered a part of the
unconfined space.
*Adjoining rooms are communicating only if
there are doorless passageways or ventilation grills
between them.
The information on pages 8 through 13 will help
you classify your space and provide adequate
ventilation.
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AIR FOR COMBUSTION
AND VENTILATION
Continued
DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW
FOR HEATER LOCATION
Determining if You Have a Confined or
Unconfined Space
Use this work sheet to determine if you have a
confined or unconfined space.
Space: Includes the room in which you will
install heater plus any adjoining rooms with door-
less passageways or ventilation grills between
the rooms.
1. Determine the volume of the space (length x
width x height).
Length x Width x Height =__________cu. ft.
(volume of space)
Example: Space size 22 ft. (length) x 18 ft.
(width) x 8 ft. (ceiling height) = 3168 cu. ft.
(volume of space)
If additional ventilation to adjoining room is
supplied with grills or openings, add the volume
of these rooms to the total volume of the space.
2. Multiply the space volume by 20 to determine
the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support.
__________(volume of space) x 20 = (Maxi-
mum Btu/Hr the space can support)
Example: 3168 cu. ft. (volume of space) x 20 =
63,360 (maximum Btu/Hr the space can support)
3. Add the Btu/Hr of all fuel burning appliances in
the space.
Vent-free fireplace ___________ Btu/Hr
Gas water heater* ___________ Btu/Hr
Gas furnace ___________ Btu/Hr
Vented gas heater ___________ Btu/Hr
Gas fireplace logs ___________ Btu/Hr
Other gas appliances* + __________ Btu/Hr
Total = __________ Btu/Hr
* Do not include direct-vent gas appliances. Di-
rect-vent draws combustion air from the outdoors
and vents to the outdoors.
Example:
Gas water heater __________ Btu/Hr
Vent-free fireplace + ________ Btu/Hr
Total = ________ Btu/Hr
4. Compare the maximum Btu/Hr the space can
support with the actual amount of Btu/Hr used.
_________Btu/Hr (maximum the space can support)
_________Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used)
Example: 63,360 Btu/Hr (maximum the space
can support)
79,000 Btu/Hr (actual amount of
Btu/Hr used)
The space in the above example is a confined space
because the actual Btu/Hr used is more than the maxi-
mum Btu/Hr the space can support. You must provide
additional fresh air. Your options are as follows:
A. Rework worksheet, adding the space of an adjoin-
ing room. If the extra space provides an unconfined
space, remove door to adjoining room or add
ventilation grills between rooms. See Ventilation
Air From Inside Building, page 8.
B. Vent room directly to the outdoors. See Ventila-
tion Air From Outdoors, page 8.
C. Install a lower Btu/Hr fireplace, if lower Btu/Hr
size makes room unconfined.
If the actual Btu/Hr used is less than the maxi-
mum Btu/Hr the space can support, the space is
an unconfined space. You will need no additional
fresh air ventilation.
40,000
39,000
79,000
W A R N I N G : This heater
shall not be installed in a
room or space unless the
required volume of indoor
combustion air is provided by
the method described in the
National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, the
International Fuel Gas Code, or
applicable local codes.
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VENTILATION AIR
Ventilation Air From Inside Building
This fresh air would come from an adjoining un-
confined space. When ventilating to an adjoining
unconfined space, you must provide two perma-
nent openings: one within 12" of the ceiling and
one within 12" of the floor on the wall connecting
the two spaces (see options 1 and 2, Figure 1). You
can also remove door into adjoining room (see
option 3, Figure 1). Follow the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Section 5.3, Air for
Combustion and Ventilation for required size of
ventilation grills or ducts.
AIR FOR COMBUSTION
AND VENTILATION
Continued
Ventilation Air From Outdoors
Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or
ducts. You must provide two permanent openings:
one within 12" of the ceiling and one within 12"
of the floor. Connect these items directly to the
outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors. These
spaces include attics and crawl spaces. Follow the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54,
Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation for
required size of ventilation grills or ducts.
IMPORTANT: Do not provide openings for inlet
or outlet air into attic if attic has a thermostat-
controlled power vent. Heated air entering the attic
will activate the power vent.
Figure 2 - Ventilation Air from Outdoors
Figure 1 - Ventilation Air from Inside
Building
Outlet
Air
Ventilated
Attic
Outlet
Air
Inlet
Air
Inlet Air Ventilated
Crawl Space
To
Crawl
Space
To Attic
INSTALLATION
NOTICE: This heater is intended
for use as supplemental heat.
Use this heater along with your
primary heating system. Do not
install this heater as your pri-
mary heat source. If you have a
central heating system, you may
run system’s circulating blower
while using heater. This will help
circulate the heat throughout the
house. In the event of a power
outage, you can use this heater
as your primary heat source.
WARNING: A qualified service
person must install fireplace.
Follow all local codes.
WARNING: Never install the
fireplace
•in a bedroom or bathroom
•in a recreational vehicle
•w h e r e c u r t a i n s , f u r n i t u r e ,
clothing or other flammable
objects are less than
•in high traffic areas
•in windy or drafty areas
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12
Ventilation Grills
Into Adjoining
Room, Option 2
Ventilation Grills
Into Adjoining
Room,
Option 1
Or
Remove
Door into
Adjoining
Room,
Option 3
"
"
36 inches
from the front, top or sides of
the heater
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CAUTION: This fireplace cre-
ates warm air currents. These
currents move heat to wall sur-
faces next to fireplace. Installing
fireplace next to vinyl or cloth
wall coverings or operating
heater where impurities (such
as, but not limited, to tobacco
smoke, aromatic candles, clean-
ing fluids, oil or kerosene lamps,
etc.) in the air exist, may discolor
walls or cause odors.
Note: Your fireplace is designed to be installed
using the clearances speciafied on page 14.
Use the dimensions shown for rough openings to
create the easiest installation. See Built-In Fire-
place Installation, page 10.
IMPORTANT: Vent-free heaters add moisture to
the air. Although this is beneficial, installing fire-
place in rooms without enough ventilation air may
cause mildew to form from too much moisture. See
Air for Combustion and Ventilation, page 6.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the fireplace is level.
If fireplace is not level, it will not work
properly.
CHECK GAS TYPE
Use the correct gas type (natural or propane/LP)
for your fireplace. If your gas supply is not cor-
rect, do not install fireplace. Call dealer where you
bought fireplace for proper type fireplace.
WARNING: This appliance
is equipped for (natural or pro-
pane/LP) gas. Field conversion
is not permitted.
INSTALLATION Continued
INSTALLATION CLEARANCES
WARNING: Maintain the
minimum clearances. If you
can, provide greater clearances
from floor, ceiling and adjoining
wall.
Carefully follow the instructions below. This will
ensure safe installation.
.
accessibility for purposes of
servicing and proper operation
A minimum 36" clearance
must be maintained in front of
the appliance to allow adequate
Figure 6 - Clearances 66
6 666
6
12" minimum
612"
maximum
depth
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42" minimum
Minimum 8"
from both
side walls
to the ceiling
Figure 3 -Minimum Clearances
to Combustible Constructions
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INSTALLATION
Continued NOTICE: Surface temperatures
of adjacent walls and mantels be-
come hot during operation. Walls
and mantels above the firebox
may become hot to the touch.
If installed properly, these tem-
peratures meet the requirement
of the national product standard.
Follow all minimum clearances
shown in this manual.
PLEASE NOTE: Framing may need to be recessed from 3/4" to 1-1/2" depending on layers and type of facing material used during installation.
WARNING: This appliance
requires a 1/2" NPT (National
Pipe Thread) inlet connection to
the pressure regulator.
CAUTION: Never connect pro-
pane/LP fireplace directly to the
propane/LP supply. This fireplace
requires an external regulator
(not supplied). Install the external
regulator between the fireplace
and propane/LP supply.
VENT FREE FIRE RIBBON
FRAMING DIMENSIONS
26"
61"ESU NI SBAT GNINETSAF0.625"
29"
0.50"
61"
COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL
NON COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL AREA
FACING DIMENSIONS
MINIMUM NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL AREA
61"
17" 29"
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WARNING: A qualified service
person must connect fireplace
to gas supply. Follow all local
codes.
INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO
FIREPLACE LOCATION
IMPORTANT: Allow for a mini-
mum space of 0.5" x 26" for
air flow to the front louvers
on both sides of the fireplace
must be used as a substrate.
heat by discoloring or cracking. Spark Modern Fires is
not responsible for any damages due to covering materials
used. If tiles are to be applied covering the fireplace
face, a layer of cement board
PLEASE NOTE: Natural stone products may react to
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min 61"
min 26"
NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
minimum 61" wide X 26" high
LEAVE MINIMUM 1/2" X 26" SLOT
CLEAR FOR THE LOUVER AREA
ON BOTH FACES
Figure 4.1 - Installation of facing materials ( Case #1)
IE: DUROCK, CEMENT BOARD, GRANITE, MARBLE, STONE
OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
OPTION 1
FACING WITH ONE LAYER
THREE WAYS TO ALLOW AIR FLOW
TO FRONT AIR VENT
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NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
ALLOW FOR MINIMUM 13 SQUARE INCHES OF AIR FLOW. ALLOW FOR MINIMUM 13 SQUARE INCHES OF AIR FLOW.
min 26 "
min 61 " min 61"
minimum 61" wide X 26" high
min 26"
Figure 4.2 - Installation of facing materials ( Case #2)
COVER WITH SECOND LAYER OF FACE MATERIAL.
SECOND LAYER
LEAVE THE LOUVER AREA CLEAR WITH FIRST LAYER OF FACE MATERIAL
FIRST LAYER
SIDE VIEW
ALLOW AIRFLOW
NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
ALLOW AIRFLOW
OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE
MARBLE, STONE
OPTION 2
FACING WITH TWO LAYERS
MATERIALS
IE: DUROCK, CEMENT BOARD, GRANITE,
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Figure 4.3 - Installation of facing materials ( Case #3)
WITH THICK LAYER OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE
OPTION 3
NON COMBUSTIBLE
SIDE VIEW
NON COMBUSTIBLE
FACING MATERIAL
ALLOWING AIR FLOW FROM BEHIND SURROUND
VIEW FROM BACK OF SURROUND
NOTCH OUT BACK OF FACE MATERIAL TOALLOW MINIMUM 13 SQUARE INCHES OF AIR FLOW
ALLOW AIRFLOW
NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
ALLOW AIRFLOW
NOTCH OUT BACK OF FACE MATERIAL TOALLOW MINIMUM 13 SQUARE INCHES OF AIR FLOW
ELECTRICAL WIRING
WARNING
CAUTION
Electrical connections should only be performed by a qualified, licensed electrician.
Main power must be off when connecting to main electrical power supply or performing
service. All wiring shall be in compliance with all local, city, and state codes. The
appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local
codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code ANSI/ NFPA
70 (latest edition) and Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.
INSTALLATION Continued
This fireplace requires 110V AC electrical supply for normal operation in order to
power up supplied 7V AC/DC adapter which is required to operate Remote Control.
However, during power outage situation, its electronic system (DFC board) can be
temporary powered with 9V DC batery and main valve can be operated manually
using ON/OFF position of the remote control (or optional Manual Switch if installed).
Please, call manufacturer for directions how to find additional DC terminals inside of the fireplace.
Clearance to
Combustibles
14
*) IMPORTANT:
Floor must be non-combustible. Otherwise a minimum
1" thick cement board must be placed under the fireplace.
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Sides...............0.5"
Bottom.............. *)
Left Wall .......... 2"
Right Wall ........ 2"
Top Standoffs... 0"
Label all wires before disconnecting when
servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause
improper and dangerous operation.
Verify proper operation after servicing.
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INSTALLATION
Continued
WARNING: Neve r connect
natural ga s fireplace to private
(n o n -u t i l i t y ) g a s w e l l s . T h i s
g a s i s c o m m o n l y kn ow n a s
we ll h ead ga s.
Installation Items Needed
Before installing fireplace, make sure you have
the items listed below.
• external regulator for propane/LP unit only
(supplied by installer)
• piping (check local codes)
• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)
• equipment shutoff valve *
• test gauge connection *
• sediment trap (optional)
• tee joint
• pipe wrench
• approved flexible gas line with gas connector
(if allowed by local codes) (not provided)
as shown in Figure 5. Pointing the vent down
protects it from freezing rain or sleet.
*Purchase the optional CSA design-certified
equipment shutoff valve from your dealer.
** Minimum inlet pressure for purpose of input
adjustment.
Figure 6 - Gas Connection
Sediment Trap
CSA Design-Certified
Equipment Shutoff Valve
With 1/8" NPT Tap*
3" Minimum
Cap Pipe Tee
Nipple Joint
CAUTION: Use only new,
black iron or steel pipe. Inter-
nally-tinned copper tubing may
be used in certain areas. Check
your local codes. Use pipe of
1/2" diameter or greater to allow
proper gas volume to fireplace.
If pipe is too small, undue loss
of volume will occur.
Installation must include an equipment shutoff
valve, union and plugged 1/8" NPT tap. Locate
NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up.
NPT tap must be upstream from fireplace.
IMPORTANT: Install equipment shutoff valv e
in an accessible location. The equipment shutoff
valve is for turning on or shutting off the gas to
the appliance.
Check your building codes for any special re-
quirements for locating equipment shutoff valve
to fireplaces.
Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male NPT
threads. This will prevent excess sealant from
going into pipe. Excess sealant in pipe could result
in clogged fireplace valves. Never use sealant on
flare threads.
Propane/LP
Supply Tank
External
Regulator
Figure 5 - External Regulator With Vent
Pointing Down
Vent
Pointing
Down
SHUTOFF VALVE
A CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve
with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to
test gauge connection. Purchase the optional CSA
design-certified equipment shutoff valve from your
dealer.
For propane/LP units, the installer must supply
an external regulator. The external regulator will
reduce incoming gas pressure. You must reduce
incoming gas pressure to between 11 and 13 inches
of water. If you do not reduce incoming gas pres-
sure, heater regulator damage could occur. Install
external regulator with the vent pointing down
Natural Gas
From Gas Meter
(5" W.C.** to 10.5"
W.C. Pressure)
Propane/LP
From External
Regulator
(11" W.C.** to 13"
W.C. Pressure)
NOTICE: Most building codes
do not permit concealed gas
connections. A flexible gas line
is provided to allow accessibility
from the fireplace (see Figure 7).
The flexible gas supply line con-
nection to the equipment shutoff
valve should be accessible.
INSTALLATION
Continued
Figure 7 - Attaching Flexible Gas Lines
Together
Flexible Gas Line
from Fireplace
Gas Regulator
To Fireplace
Gas Regulator
Equipment
Shutoff Valve
Provided by
Installer
Propane/LP
To External
Regulator
Natural Gas
To Gas Meter
WARNING: Use pipe joint
sealant that is resistant to liquid
petroleum (LP) gas.
We recommend that you install a sediment trap in
supply line as shown in Figure 6, page 12. Locate
sediment trap where it is within reach for clean-
ing. Install in piping system between fuel supply
and fireplace. Locate sediment trap where trapped
matter is not likely to freeze. A sediment trap traps
moisture and contaminants. This keeps them from
going into fireplace gas controls. If sediment trap
is not installed or is installed wrong, fireplace may
not run properly.
CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS
SUPPLY
1.Remove access panel.
2.Route gas line (provided by installer) from
equipment shutoff valve to fireplace. Route
flexible gas supply line through one of the
access holes.
3.Attach the flexible gas line to gas supply as
per Figure 7. Check tightness of flexible gas
line attached to gas regulator of fireplace and
check all gas connections for leaks ( see
Checking Gas Connections, page 16).
CHECKING GAS PRESSURE
1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as
stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply
is different from the fireplace, STOP! Do not install the
appliance. Contact your dealer immediately.
2.To ease installation, a 30" (mm) flex line with manual
shut-off valve has been provided with on this appliance.
Install and attach 1/2" gas line onto shut-off valve.
Outlet Pressure Tap
Pilot Adjustment
Inlet Pressure Tap
Do not use open flame to check for gas leaks.
WARNING
3. After completing gas line connection, purge air from
gas line and test all gas joints from the gas meter to the
fireplace for leaks. Use a solution of 50/50 water and
soap or a gas sniffer.
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4.
To check g as pre ssu res at val ve, turn cap tu red
sc re w counter clockwise 2 or 3 turns and then
place tubing to pressure gauge over test point.
IMPORTANT: Turn unit to high. After taking
pressure reading, be sure and turn captured
screw clockwise firmly to reseal. Do not
overtorque. Check test points for gas leaks!
CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS
WARNING: Test all gas pip-
ing and connections, internal
and external to unit, for leaks
after installing or servicing. Cor-
rect all leaks at once.
WARN ING : Ne ver use an
open flame to check for a leak.
A p p l y a n o n c o r r o s i v e l e a k
d e t e c t i o n f l u i d t o a l l j o i n t s .
Bubbles forming show a leak.
Correct all leaks at once.
CAUTION: Make sure exter-
nal regulator has been installed
between propane/LP supply and
fireplace. See guidelines under
Connecting Fireplace to Gas
Supply.
PRESSURE TESTING GAS SUPPLY
PIPING SYSTEM
Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG
(3.5 kPa)
1. Disconnect fireplace with its main gas valve
(control valve) and equipment shutoff valve
from gas supply piping system. Pressures
in excess of 1/2 psig will damage fireplace
regulator.
2. Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment
shutoff valve was connected.
3. Pressurize supply piping system by either
opening propane/LP supply tank valve for
propane/LP gas or opening main gas valve
located on or near gas meter for natural gas
or using compressed air.
4. Check all joints of gas supply piping system.
Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all
joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.
5. Correct all leaks at once.
6. Reconnect fireplace and equipment shutoff
valve to gas supply. Check reconnected fittings
for leaks.
INSTALLATION
Continued
Figure 8 - Equipment Shutoff Valve
Open
Closed
Equipment
Shutoff Valve
Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than
1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa)
1.Close equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 8).
2. Pressurize supply piping system by either
opening propane/LP supply tank valve for
propane/LP gas or opening main gas valve
located on or near gas meter for natural gas
or using compressed air.
3. Check all joints from gas meter to equipment
shutoff valve for natural gas or propane/LP
supply to equipment shutoff valve for propane/
LP . Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid
to all joints. Bubbles forming shows a leak.
4.Correct all leaks at once.
PRESSURE TESTING FIREPLACE GAS
CONNECTIONS
1.Open equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 8).
2. Open main gas valve located on or near gas
meter for natural gas or open propane/LP
supply tank valve.
3. Make sure control knob of fireplace is in the
OFF position.
4. Check all joints from equipment shutoff valve
to gas control valve . Apply noncorrosive leak
detection fluid to all joints. Bubbles forming
show a leak.
5. Correct all leaks at once.
6. Light fireplace (see Operating Fireplace, page
7. Turn off fireplace (see To Turn Off Gas to
Appliance).
19. Check all other internal joints for leaks.
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18
ContinuedINSTALLATION
1.Locate optional media tray
OPTIONAL MEDIA TRAY PLACEMENT
2.Place media tray on the support b rackets as shown
3.Fill the tray with media supplied. Do not place media on burner or
block air flow between burner and tray
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OPERATING FIREPLACE
FOR YOUR SAFETY
READ BEFORE
LIGHTING
A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device
which automatically lights the pilot. Do Not try to
light the pilot by hand.
use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neigh-
bor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instruc-
tions.
•If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
C. Main gas valve in this appliance is not serviceable
and does not have any control knobs or switches to
operate. Do not remove heat shields covering the
valve and electronic devices; do not try to repair or
modify the valve as it may result in a fire or explo-
sion. Call a qualified service technician if you have
any safety concerns.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under
water. Immediately call a qualified service techni-
cian to inspect the appliance and to replace any part
of the control system and any gas control which has
been under water.
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
1.STOP! Read the safety information, starting on page 2,
2. Remove media tray from the appliance (see Illustrated
parts list),
3. Turn off all electric power to the appliance. Unplug
DC adapter from the power outlet.
4. Do not attempt to light the pilot by hand.
5.Lift and remove heat shield covering electronic com-
ponents inside of the unit (see illustrated parts list).
Figure 9a w Remote Receiver Switch in OFF Position
If you don't smell gas, go to the next step.
Note:Before applying any power supply to the DFC
board, please verify that the electrical connections
illustrated parts list), or mounted in adjacent wall.
Make sure that the remote receiver switch is in
"REMOTE" (middle) position.
Fiqure 9b - Remote Receiver Switch in REMOTE
Position
Initializing the System for the First Time
1.Set the remote receiver switch to the OFF position.
Figure 9c - Remote Receiver Switch in OFF Position2. If installed, set the pilot flame mode selector switch
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WARNING:If you do not follow these
instructions exactly,a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
REMOTE
5. Turn main shutoff valve counterclockwise
tR ON position.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
6. Set remote receiver switch to OFF position.
7. Wait five (5)minutes to clear out any gas. Then
smell for gas, including near the floor.If you smell
gas, STOP! Follow "B"in the safety information.
9. Connect the wire to the DC input plug at the unit.
10. Locate remote receiver either inside the unit (see
B. BEFORE LIGHTING:smell all around the appli-
ance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor
because some gas is heavier than air and will settle
on the floor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electric switch; do not
are in accordance to Wiring Diagram on page 29.
8.Plug supplied DC adapter into 110V power outlet.
11.Replace access panel (i.e inner cover or optional media tray).
2.Make sure that fresh set of AA batteries are installed into
the battery holder and verify the polarity indicated on
the battery holder.If necessary, connect the battery
holder to the DFC's main wiring harness.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
remain ON.
Note:If pilot does not stay lit, contact a qualified
service person or gas supplier for repairs.
Figure 9d - Remote Receiver Switch in ON Position
1.Slide the remote receiver switch to the ON position.
This will allow the main burner to ignite.
1.Slide the remote receiver switch to the OFF position.
This will turn off the main burner.
levels by using the equipment shutoff
valve.
from home for long periods of time. Heater may
come on automatically with remote receiver
switch in the "REMOTE" position.
TO TURN OFF GAS
TO APPLIANCE
1.Tum off all electric power to the appliance if service
is to be performed.Unplug DC adapter from the
power outlet.
2.If necessary, remove access panel from the appliance
to access manual shutoff valve on gas line.
3.Turn the gas control manual valve clockwise
to the full OFF position.
4.If necessary, replace media tray or access panel
REMOTE CONTROL
OPERATION
Proflame G-Fire System Operation
Initializing the System for the First Time
1.Install the 4 AA batteries into the receiver batter bay.
Note the polarity of the batteries and insert into the
battery bay as indicated on the battery covel'(+/-).
2. Place the 3-posilion slider switch in the REMOTE
position.
3. Insert the end of a paper clip into the hole marked
PRG on the receiver front cover. The receiver will
beep three times to indicate that it is ready to syn-
chronize with a transmitter.
4.Install the 3 AAA batteries in the transmitter battery
bay located on the base of the transmitter.
5.Press the ON button on the transmitter. The receiver
will beep four times to indicate the transmltters
Temperature Indication Display
1.With the system in the OFF position, press the
THERMOSTAT key and the MODE key at the same
time.
CAUTION: Do not try to adjust heating
WARNING: Make sure the remote receiver
switch is in the OFF position when you are away
Figure 9d - Remote Receiver Switch in OFF Position
Fig. 1: Proflame Transmitter.
Blue LCD display
ON/OFF Key
THERMOSTAT Key
UP/DOWN Arrow
KeyMODE Key
Manually Turning ON the Appliance
Manually Turning OFFthe Appliance
command is accepted. The system is now initial-
ized.
2. Look at the LCD screen on the transmitter to verify
that a °C or °F is visible to the right of the room
temperature display.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
T
Turning ON the Appliance
1.Press the ON/OFF button on the transmitter. The
transmitter screen will display all active icons. The
receiver will command the DFC board to start the
ignition process, Once the pilot flame is lit,the DFC
These units have six flame levels (see Figure 12).
1.With the system ON and the flame level at maximum
height, press the down-arrow key once to reduce the
flame height by one step. Continue pressing down-
arrow key until flame is turned OFF.
2. Press the up-arrow key to increase the flame
hcight.
Flame Levell
Flame Level 5 Flame Level Max.
Figure 13 -Remote Control Displaying Split Flow Mode
Room Thermostat (Transmitter Operation)
The remote control can operate as a room thermostat.
The thermostat can be set to a desired temperature to
control the comfort level in the room.
1.To activate this function, press the Thermostat key.
The LCD display on the transmitter will change to
show that the room thermostat is ON and the set
temperature is now displayed (see Figure 14).
2. Adjust the set temperature by pressing the up or
down-arrow keys until the desired set temperature
is displayed on the LCD screen (see Figure 14).
Room
Temperature
Set
Temperature
Figure 10 -Remote Control Display in Farenheit and
Celsius
board will open the main valve outlet and the main
burner will ignite. A single "beep"from the receiver
will confirm the command.
Turning OFF the Appliance
1.Press the ON/OFF button 011 the transmitter, The
A single "beep" from the receiverwill confirm the
command.
transmitter LCD display will only show the room
temperature and icon (see Figure 11). The receiver
disconnects and will command the DFC board to
turn off the burner.
Figure 11 - Remote Control Displaying Room
Temperature
Proflame GTM
the receiver will confirm the command.
Note:If you press the up-arrow key while the remote
system is ON but the flame is OFF, the flame will
come on in the high position, A single "beep" from
Figure 12 - Remote Control Displaying Flame Levels
Flame Height Control
Figure 14 - Remote Control Displaying Room
Temperature and Set Temperature
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Smart Thermostat
The Smart Thermostat function adjusts the flame height
in accordance to the difference between the set point
temperature and the actual room temperature. As the
room temperature gets closer to the set point, the Smart
Function will modulate the flame down.
1. To activate this function, press the Thermostat key
until the word "SMART"appears to the right of the
temperature bulb on the LCD screen (see Figure
15).
2. To adjust the set temperature, press the up or
down-arrow keys until the desired set temperature
is displayed on the LCD screen.
Figure 15-Remote Control Displaying Smart
Thermostat Function
Key Lock
This function will lock the keys to avoid unsupervised
operation.
keys at the same time.A lock icon will appear on the
LCD screen (sec Figure 16).
2.To deactivate this function, press the MODE and UP
keys at the same time. The lock icon will disappear
from the LCD screen.
Low Battery Power Detection
Receiver
The life span of the receiver batteries depends upon
various factors: battery quality, Humber of appliance ig-
nitions, number of thermostat set point changes, etc.
'Vhen the receiver batteries are low, no "beep" will
sound from the receiver when a transmitter command
is sent. Replace batteries when this happens,
Transmitter
The life span of the transmitter batteries depends upon
various factors: battery quality, number of appliance ig-
nitions, number of thermostat set point changes, etc.
When the transmitter batteries arc low, an icon will
appeal' on the LCD display (see Figure 17),Replace
batteries when this icon appears.
Figure 17-Remote Control Displaying Low Battery
Manual Override
If the receiver or transmitter batteries are low or de-
pleted, the appliance can still be turned on manually.
1.Move the receivers three-position slider to the ON
position. This will bypass the remote control feature
of the system and the appliance main burner will
turn on.
Command Definitions
Pilot IPI / CPI
switch
Position of the
receiver slider switch
Command reference
name
Commanded Fireplace
State
Opened, IPI “OFF”
“REMOTE”
and “OFF received”
Turn-OFF Flames OFF
Opened, IPI “ON”
“REMOTE”
and “ON received”
Turn-ON Pilot + Main burner
flames ON
Closed, CPI “OFF”
“REMOTE”
and “OFF received”
Pilot-ON Pilot flame ON
Closed, CPI “ON”
“REMOTE”
and “ON received”
Turn-ON Pilot + Main burner
flames ON
Figure 16 -Remote Control Displaying Key Lock Mode
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
T
(Transmitter Operation" Proflame GTM )
1.To activate this function, press the MODE and UP
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INSPECTING BURNERS
Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame pat-
terns often.
PILOT FLAME PATTERN
.
MAIN BURNER
Periodically inspect all burner flame holes with the
heater running.
Some burner flame holes may become blocked
by debris or rust, with no flame present. If so, turn
off heater and let cool. Remove blockage. Blocked
burner flame holes may create soot.
FRONT BURNER FLAME PATTERN
• turn fireplace off (see To Turn Off Gas to Ap-
pliance).
The incorrect pilot flame is not touching the
flame sensor. This will cause the flame sensor
to cool. When the flame sensor cools, the
fireplace will shut down.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Figure 17 shows a correct pilot flame
pilot flame pattern.
pattern . Figure 18 shows an incorrect
Figure 17 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern
Figure 18 - Inorrect Pilot Flame Pattern
If pilot flame pattern is incorrect, as shown in
Figure 18
• turn fireplace off (see To Turn Off Gas to Ap-
plian ce, page 20
.Note: The correct pilot flame on natural gas units
will have a slight curve, but flame should be blue
and have no yellow or orange color.
•see Troubleshooting, page 25
Figure 19 shows correct burner flame pattern
withpatern with yellow flame tips and blue base.
Figure 20 shows incorrect flame pattern. The
incorrect bur- ner flame pattern shows lazy orange
flame.
If burner fl ame pattern i s incorrect, a s
shown in Figure 20:
•see Troubleshooting, page 25.
Figure 19 - Correct Burner Flame Pattern
Figure 20 - Incorrect Burner Flame
Pattern caused by port blockage
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CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: You must keep
control areas, burner and cir-
c ulating air pas sage w a ys of
fireplace clean. Inspect these
areas of fireplace before each
use. Have fireplace inspected
yearly by a qualified service
p e r s o n . Fi repl a c e m a y n e e d
more frequent cleaning due to
excessive lint from carpeting,
bedding material, pet hair, etc.
WARNING: Failure to keep
the primary air opening of the
burner clean may result in soot-
ing and property damage.
BURNER INJECTOR HOLDER AND
PILOT AIR INLET HOLE
The primary air inlet holes allow the proper amount
of air to mix with the gas. This provides a clean
burning flame. Keep these holes clear of dust, dirt,
lint and pet hair. Clean these air inlet holes prior to
each heating season. Blocked air holes will create
soot. We recommend that you clean the unit every
three months during operation and have heater
inspected yearly by a qualified service person.
We also recommend that you keep the burner
tube and pilot assembly clean and free of dust and
dirt. To clean these parts we recommend using
compressed air no greater than 30 PSI. Your local
computer store, hardware store or home center
may carry compressed air in a can. You can use a
vacuum cleaner in the blow position. If using com-
pressed air in a can, please follow the directions on
the can. If you donʼt follow directions on the can,
you could damage the pilot assembly.
1. Shut off the unit, including the pilot. Allow
the unit to cool for at least thirty minutes.
4. Check the injector holder located at the end
of the burner tube again. Remove any large
particles of dust, dirt, lint or pet hair with a
soft cloth or vacuum cleaner nozzle.
5. Blow air into the primary air holes on the
injector holder.
6. In case any large clumps of dust have now been
pushed into the burner repeat steps 3 and 4.________Ports
________Burner
Tube
________Primary
Air Inlet
Holes
_____
_
_
_
assembly (see Figure 22).
Figure 21 - Injector Holder On Outlet
Burner Tube
Figure 22 - Pilot Inlet Air Hole
Primary Air Hole(s)
Orifice
of the pilot
With the unit off, lightly blow air through the air
inlet hole. You may blow through a drinking straw
if compressed air is not available.
_______
2. Inspect burner, pilot and primary air inlet __
holes on injector holder for dust and dirt (see
Figure 21).
3. Blow air through the ports and holes in
the burner.
Clean the pilot assembly also. A yellow tip on the
pilot flame indicates dust and dirt in the pilot as-
sembly. There is a small pilot air inlet hole about
two inches from where the pilot flame comes out
WARNING: Turn off fireplace
and let cool before cleaning.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before servicing. Only a
qualified service person should service and repair heater.
CAUTION: Never use a wire, needle or similar object to clean
ODS/pilot. This can damage ODS/pilot unit.
Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation.
2.Ignitor cable pinched or
wet
3.Broken ignitor cable
4.Bad ignitor
5.Ignitor electrode broken
wrong
closed
4.ODS/pilot is clogged
When remote button is pressed,
there is no spark at ODS/pilot
When remote button is pressed,
there is spark at ODS/pilot but
no ignition
5. Gas regulator setting is not
correct
2.Free ignitor cable if pinched
by any metal or tubing.
Keep ignitor cable dry
3. Replace ignitor cable
4. Call for service
5. Replace pilot assembly
6.Replace pilot assembly
gas company
4.Clean ODS/pilot (see
Cleaning and Maintenance,
5.Replace gas control
1.Reconnect ignitor cable
I.Ignitor electrode not con-
nected to ignitor cable
1.Gas supply turned off or
equipment shutoff valve
1.Turn on gas supply or open
equipment shutoff valve
page 24)or replace ODS/
pilot assembly
OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
6. Ignitor electrode positioned
7.Low batteries 7. Replace batteries in remote control
and receiver, re-program the receiver.
2.Depleted gas supply
2.Contact local propanc/LP
3. Defective DFC module. 3. Replace DFC module.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Continued
OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
the following: pilot assembly
A) Low gas pressure
B) Dirty or partially clogged
ODS/pilot
4.Flame sensor damaged 4.Replace pilot assembly
5.Control valve damaged 5. Replace control valve
6.Safety interlock system has 6.
Wait one minute for safety
been triggered
interlock system to reset.
Repeat ignition operation.
ODS/pilot lights but flame 1.Equipment shutoff valve 1.Fully open equipment shut-
goes out not fully open off valve
2. Pilot flame not touching 2. A) Contact local propane/LP
flame sensor, which al-gas company
lows flame sensor to cool,
causing pilot flame to go B) Clean ODS/pilot (see
out. This problem could be Cleaning and Maintenance,
caused by one or both of
page 24) or replace ODSI
3.Flame sensor connection 3.Hand tighten until snug,
loose at control valve then tighten 1/4 turn more
2. Burner orifice clogged 2.Clean burner (see Cleaning
and Maintenance,page 24)
or replace burner orifice
Delayed ignition burner 1.Manifold pressure is too 1.Contact local natural or
or replace burner orifice
3.Burners will not come on 3.Replace battery in transmit-
in remote position ter and receiver
4.Wire disconnected from 4. Reconnect wire (see Wiring
gas control Diagram,page 29)
Burner does not light after 1.Inlet gas pressure is too 1.Contact local natural or
ODS/pi lot is lit low propanc/LP gas supplier.
2. Burner orifice clogged 2. Clean burner (see Cleaningand
Maintenance,page 24)
low propane/LP gas company
7. Defective DFC module. 7. Replace DFC module.
5. Defective DFC module. 5. Replace DFC module.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Continued
OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
or replace burner orifice
2.Damaged burner 2.Replace damaged burner
3.Gas regulator defective 3.Replace gas regulator
Slight smoke or odor during 1.Residues from manufactur-1.Problem will stop after a
initial operation
ing processes few hours of operation
3.Gas regulator defective 3.Replace gas control
ments (page 4)
is cold a minute
2.Air in gas line 2.Operate burners until air is
removed from line. Have
gas line checked by local
natural or propane/LP gas
company
or replace burner orifice
white powder residue
Burner backfiring during 1. Burner orifice is clogged or I.Clean burner (see Cleaning
combustion damaged and Maintenance,page 24)
2.Not enough air 2.Check burner for dirt and
debris. If found, clean
burner (see Cleaning and
Maintenance,page 24)
Moisture/condensation no-1.Not enough combustion/I.Refer to Airfor Combustion
ticed on windows ventilation air and Vcntilation require-
Heater produces a whistling 1.Advance control to HI I.Turn remote control knob to LO
noise when burner is lit
position when burner position and let warm up for
3. Air passageways on heater 3. Observe minimum installa-
blocked lion clearances (see page 8)
4. Dirty or partially clogged 4. Clean burner (see Cleaning
burner orifice and Maintenance,page 24)
White powder residue form-1. When heated, vapors from 1.Turn heater off when using
ing within burner box or 011 furniture polish, wax, car- furniture polish, wax, clean-
adjacent walls or furniture pet cleaners, etc. turn into ers, or similar products
Remote does not function
1. Remote is "locked"1.Sec instructions on page 22,
Key Lock
2.Batteries are not installed.2.Replace batteries in receiver
Battery power is low and remote control, re-program
receiver.
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OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
TROUBLESHOOTING
Continued
WARNING: If you smell gas
•Shut off gas supply.
•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.
IMPORTANT: Operating fireplace where impurities in air exist may create odors. Cleaning supplies,
paint, paint remover, cigarette smoke, cements and glues, new carpet or textiles, etc., create fumes. These
fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors. These odors will disappear over time.
Gas odor during combustion
service person
1.Not enough fresh air is 1.Open window and/or door
available for ventilation
2.Low line pressure 2.Contact local natural or
propane/LP gas company
3.ODS/pilot is partially 3.Clean ODS/pilot (see
clogged Cleaning and Maintenance,
1. Foreign matter between 1.Take apart gas tubing and
control valve and burner remove foreign matter
Fireplace produces a clicking/
ticking noise just after burners
are lit or shut off
Fireplace produces unwanted
odors
Fireplace shuts off in use
(ODS operates)
Gas odor even when control
knob is in OFF position
1.Fireplace burning vapors 1.Open window and ventilate
from paint, hair spray, room. Stop using odor cans-
glues, cleaners, chemicals, ing products while fireplace
new carpet, etc. (see is funning
IMPORTANT statement above)
1.Metal expanding while 1.This is common with
heating or contracting most fireplaces.If noise is
while cooling excessive, contact qualified
3.Gas leak.See Warning 3. Locate and correct all leaks
statement above.(see Checking Gas Connec-
tions,page 14)
2.Low fuel supply (propane/ 2.Refill supply tank (propane/
LP gas only) LP gas only)
page 24) .
2,Control valve or gas
con-2.Replace control valve or gas
trol defective control
1.Gas leak.1.Locate and correct all leaks.
page !iOIlS,page 14)
2.Gas leak.See Warning 2.Locate and correct all leaks
statement at top of (see Checking Gas COI1IlC?C-
Proflame Wiring Diagram
Receiver 14
Pin Connector
Pilot
120 Volt AC INPUT
7 Volt DC STABILIZED
SUPPLY OUTPUT
MOTORRECEIVER
DC SUPPLY
SPLIT FLOW
ON / OFFTPTHTHDFC SUPPLYDC SUPPLYGROUND
885 PROFLAME
Orange Green
11
29
17 18
4
20
19
16
21
This diagram shows replaceable SIT Proflame parts used in your fireplace
( please, refer to pages 31).
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN1234567 891030 1917202141221113 for references see page 31( )
PARTS LIST
ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE (NOT SHOWN)
31
24
25
XXXXXXX XXXXXXX VARIOUS MEDIA FOR TRAY 1
4 C200001 C200002 MAIN GAS VALVE W/STEPPER MOTOR 1
5 H200013 H200005 VENT-FREE PILOT ASSEMBLY 1
6 C100039 C100039 PILOT FLEX TUBE 1
7 F200023 F200023 PILOT MOUNT BRACKET 1
8 H100005 H100005 3/8"NPS X 5/16" COMP. 90 DEG. FITTING 1
9 C100084 C100084 3/8"NPS X 3/8" FLARE 90 DEG. FITTING 1
10 C100009 C100009 3/8" X 24" FLEX. CONNECTOR 1
KEY PART NUMBER
NO. 59N 59P DESCRIPTION QTY.
1 W800004N W800004P BURNER ASSEMBLY 1
2 F200026 F200027 BURNER ORIFICE 1
3 C100039 C100039 TS-12 BURNER FLEX CONNECTOR 1
This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox.
All replacement parts should be ordered from your installer or from Spark Modern Fires
at 1-8669-383-846 or on-line at www.sparkfires.com
11 F200066 F200066 SUPPLIED SHUTOFF VALVE 1
12 W800006 W800006 MEDIA TRAY (OPTIONAL, not shown) 1
13 W800005 W800005 INNER COVER 1
14 H200014 H200014 SPARK WIRE (V-F PILOT) 1
15 C100020 C100020 DUPLEX POWER OUTLET (not shown) 1
16 H200001 H200001 PROFLAME GTM TRANSMITTER 1
17 H200010 H200010 PROFLAME GTM RECEIVER 1
18 H100140 H100140 7V AC/DC POWER ADAPTER 1
19 H100142 H100142 SIT DFC CONTROL BOARD 1
20 H200012 H200012 VALVE WIRE HARNESS 1
21 22 H200011 H200011 GTM RECEIVER WIRE HARNESS 1
22 H200006 H200006 FLAME SENSOR WIRE (V-F PILOT) 1
23 F200022 F200022 VALVE MOUNT BRACKET 1
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
The following components are warranted for life to the original owner, subject to proof of purchase: Firebox,
Combustion Chamber, and Steel Burner.
BASIC WARRANTY
Spark Modern Fires warrants the components and materials in your gas appliance to be free from manufacturing
and material defects for a period of two years from date of installation. After installation, if any of the compo-
nents manufactured by Spark Modern Fires in the appliance are found to be defective in materials or workman-
ship, Spark Modern Fires will, at its option, replace or repair the defective components at no charge to the origi-
nal owner. Spark Modern Fires will also pay for reaonable labor costincurred in replacing or repairing such com-
ponents for a period of two years from date of installation. Any products presented for warranty repair must be
accompanied by a dated proof of purchase.
rated and maintained according to the operating instructions supplied with the appliance, and does not extend to (1)
firebox/burner assembly damaged by accident, neglet, misuse, abuse, alterations, negligence of others, inclu-
ding the installation thereof by unqualified installers, (2) the costs of removal, reinstallation or transportation of
defective parts on the appliance, or (3) indentical or consequential damage. All service work must be performed
by an authorized service representative.
This warranty is expressly in lieu of other warranties, express or implied, including the warranty of merchanta-
bility of fitness for purpose and of all other obligations or liabilities. Spark Modern Fires does not assume for it
any other obligations or liabilities in connection with sale or use of the appliance. It states that do not allow limi-
tations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or do not allow exclusion of indirect damage, those limitations of
exclusions may not apply to you. You may also have additional right not covered in the Limited Lifetime War-
ranty. Spark Modern Fires reserves the right to investigate any and all the claims against this Warranty and de-
cide upon method of settlement. For information about this warranty contact:
Spark Modern Fires
53 Chestnut Woods Rd.
Redding, CT 06896
U.S.A.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
KEEP THIS FOR WARRANTY
Model
Serial No.
Date Purchased
Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory.
This Limited Lifetime Warranty will be void if the appliance is not installed by a qualified installer in accord-
ance with installation instructions. The Limited Lifetime Warranty will also be void if the appliance is not ope-
Rev. 8.2015