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Continental Fireplaces CDVS600-P User Manual

Continental Fireplaces CDVS600-P
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W415-0162 / E / 03.05.04
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR:
VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATER
NATURAL GAS MODELS CDVS600-N and CS600-N
PROPANE GAS MODELS CDVS600-P and CS600-P
Model CS600 is made up of Model CDVS600 and the Adapter Kit GS-150KT
CERTIFIED UNDER CANADIAN AND AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS, CSA 2.33, ANSI Z21.88 FOR VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATERS
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
WARNING:
If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapours and liquids in the vicin-
ity 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 build
ing.
Immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbour's phone. Follow the
gas supplier's instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
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Continental Fireplaces CDVS600-P Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandContinental Fireplaces
ModelCDVS600-P
CategoryGas Heater
LanguageEnglish

Summary

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR: VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATER

WARNING: FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD

Critical warning: failure to follow instructions may cause fire/explosion, property damage, injury, or death.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Essential safety precautions for appliance operation, emphasizing fire prevention and gas leak procedures.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

Emergency procedure for gas leaks: immediate actions and contact information for safety.

CONTINENTAL GAS FIREPLACE PRESIDENT'S LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY

COVERED COMPONENTS AND MATERIALS

Warranty coverage for fireplace components and materials against defects for the lifetime of the product.

ELECTRICAL AND WEARABLE PARTS WARRANTY

Warranty for electrical components and wearable parts for the first year of ownership.

CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS OF WARRANTY

Terms, conditions, and limitations applicable to the President's Limited Lifetime Warranty for the gas fireplace.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS AND CARE

INSTALLER QUALIFICATIONS AND GENERAL GUIDELINES

Emphasizes installer qualifications and general installation guidelines, including gas type differences.

CARE OF GLASS, PLATED PARTS, AND SHIPPING BRACKET

Instructions for cleaning glass/plated parts and removing the shipping bracket.

GENERAL INFORMATION AND TEST-FIRING

Informs about test-firing and general operational information for user satisfaction.

LOCATION & CLEARANCES

MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES

Specifies essential minimum clearance distances from the appliance to combustible materials for safe operation.

FLOOR PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS

Informs the user that no special floor protection is needed for this appliance.

VENT TERMINAL PLACEMENT RULE

Rule regarding vent terminal placement above sidewalks/driveways serving multiple dwellings.

DIRECT VENT SPECIFICS - MODEL CDVS600

VENTING LENGTHS & AIR TERMINAL LOCATIONS

Details required minimum and maximum vent lengths and air terminal placement for the CDVS600 model.

RECOMMENDED HORIZONTAL RISE PER FOOT

Recommends minimum vertical rise for horizontal vent runs to ensure optimal performance.

MAXIMUM VENT LENGTH SPECIFICATION

Specifies maximum permissible vent length for horizontal termination, accounting for elbows.

AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATIONS

CLEARANCES FOR CANADIAN & U.S.A. INSTALLATIONS

Table detailing required clearances for air terminal installations in both Canadian and U.S. standards.

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CONDENSATION AND THERMAL BREAKAGE

Recommendations to prevent condensation and thermal breakage related to vent terminal placement.

SPECIAL INSTALLATION EXAMPLE

CALCULATING VENT LENGTH WITH HORIZONTAL OFFSET

Outlines step-by-step process for calculating vent length with horizontal offset for roof installations.

OFFSET INSTALLATION EXAMPLE

DETERMINING SECOND VENT RUN LENGTH

Explains chart use to determine allowable second vent run lengths based on first vent run length.

REAR VENT HORIZONTAL TERMINATION

SPECIFIED ORIFICES FOR HORIZONTAL TERMINATION

Specifies correct orifices for rear vent horizontal termination for natural gas and propane models.

MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE HORIZONTAL VENT LENGTH

States maximum permissible vent length for horizontal termination, accounting for elbows.

CHANGING A TOP VENT TO A REAR VENT

PROCEDURE FOR TOP TO REAR VENT CONVERSION

Step-by-step instructions for converting a top vent configuration to a rear vent configuration.

ORIFICE REPLACEMENT

ACCESSING THE BURNER ORIFICE

Guides user on initial step required to access and replace burner orifices.

VENTING PARAMETERS

MAXIMUM HORIZONTAL RUN ILLUSTRATION

Illustrates maximum allowed horizontal run for the vent pipe, showing clearances and minimums.

BELOW GRADE INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Specifies maximum vent length and required kit for below-grade installations.

WALL & CEILING PROTECTION

STRICT ADHERENCE TO VENTING INSTRUCTIONS

Emphasizes strict adherence to venting instructions for safe and proper appliance operation.

HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION

RECOMMENDED STOVE PIPE RISE PER FOOT

Recommends minimum rise per foot for stove pipe in horizontal installations for optimal performance.

VERTICAL INSTALLATION

APPLICATION FOR ROOF VENTING

Describes the scenario for vertical installation, involving venting through a roof structure.

DO NOT FILL AIR SPACE AROUND VENT PIPE

Crucial warning against filling the 1-inch air space around the vent pipe to maintain safety clearances.

HORIZONTAL VENTING INSTALLATION

RECOMMENDED HORIZONTAL RISE FOR PERFORMANCE

Recommends minimum 1/4 inch rise per foot for horizontal runs for optimal performance.

FUNCTION OF SPACERS ON FLEX LINER

Explains spacer function on flex liner to maintain air gap with outer pipe.

VERTICAL VENTING INSTALLATION

INSTALLING OPTIONAL ROOF SUPPORT

Instructions for attaching optional roof support to secure venting system during vertical installation.

AIR TERMINAL CENTERING IN FLASHING

Details correct centering and positioning of air terminal within roof flashing for secure installation.

STOVE VENT CONNECTION

APPLYING HIGH TEMPERATURE SEALANT

Procedure for applying high-temperature sealant to air intake collar for proper seal during vent connection.

EXTERNAL SEALANT VISIBILITY RULE

Instruction to ensure sealant is not visible externally after installation for aesthetics and proper sealing.

MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION

GEOGRAPHIC VENTING OPTIONS FOR MOBILE HOMES

Specifies venting options for mobile homes based on geographical location (Canada vs. U.S.).

B-VENT SPECIFICS AND INSTALLATION

CHIMNEY SYSTEMS AND INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Identifies approved chimney systems and specific installation requirements for 'B' vent.

INSTALLING 'B' VENT AND COMBUSTION AIR NEEDS

Guides 'B' vent installation and highlights the need for adequate combustion air.

CRITICAL COMBUSTION AIR RULE

Critical safety rule: prohibits venting solid fuel appliances with the gas stove chimney.

VENT ADDITION AND GAS INSTALLATION

ADDING VENT SECTIONS AND LOCAL CODE ADHERENCE

Describes adding vent sections and stresses adherence to local venting codes.

INSTALLING FLASHING AND STORM COLLAR

Procedures for installing flashing and storm collar to ensure weather-tightness.

GAS INSTALLATION AND OPTIONAL CONTROLS

Covers gas line installation, leak checks, and optional remote control setup.

FINISHING AND DOOR INSTALLATION

LOGO PLACEMENT AND FRONT CAST INSTALLATION

Instructions for applying the logo and installing the front cast onto the appliance.

GLASS DOOR INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL PROCEDURE

Provides a careful procedure for installing and removing the glass door to prevent damage.

ADJUSTING THE GLASS DOOR 'T' LATCH FOR SEAL

Explains the adjustment of the 'T' latch for the glass door to ensure a proper seal.

LOG PLACEMENT

CONSEQUENCES OF IMPROPER LOG PLACEMENT

Warns about consequences of improper log placement: blocked burner ports and ignition issues.

WARNING: FLAME IMPINGEMENT AND CARBONING RISK

Critical warning: incorrect log placement can lead to flame impingement and carbon buildup.

OPERATION / MAINTENANCE

PURGE ALL GAS LINES AND INITIAL OPERATION

Initial steps for operation: purging gas lines and lighting the pilot/burner safely.

MODEL CS600 SPILL SWITCH AND VENTING ACTION CHECK

Covers spill switch function and mandatory venting action check for CS600 models.

CRITICAL WARNINGS AND GAS LEAK PROCEDURES

Critical warnings about tampering, operating instructions, and procedures for gas leaks.

LIGHTING AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

WARNING: GAS VALVE INTERLOCK AND PILOT LIGHTING

Warning about gas valve interlock related to thermocouple cooling time before pilot ignition.

TO TURN OFF GAS

Instructions on how to properly turn off the gas supply to the fireplace unit.

CRITICAL SAFETY FOR MAINTENANCE

Essential safety measures: power off, gas off, and labeling wires before servicing.

ANNUAL INSPECTION RECOMMENDATION

Recommends annual inspection of the stove and venting system by a qualified professional.

BLOWER INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: PREVENTING BLOWER DAMAGE FROM DRYWALL DUST

Warning about drywall dust damaging blower bearings; damage not covered by warranty.

PILOT BURNER AND VENTURI ADJUSTMENT

Instructions for adjusting pilot burner flame and venturi air shutters for optimal performance.

AIR SHUTTER ADJUSTMENT BY QUALIFIED INSTALLER ONLY

Critical safety: air shutter adjustment only by a qualified gas installer.

RESTRICTING VERTICAL VENTS FOR APPEARANCE

Information on using a restrictor vent kit to slow down flame patterns in vertical installations.

REPLACEMENT PARTS AND KITS

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

Advise contacting dealer for replacement parts pricing and availability.

WARRANTY REPLACEMENT PARTS REQUIREMENT

Requirement: photocopy of original invoice for warranty replacement parts claims.

COMMON COMPONENTS AND ROOF TERMINAL KITS

Lists common parts for both units and various roof terminal kits.

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

PRE-TROUBLESHOOTING PRECAUTIONS

Pre-troubleshooting: purge unit and light pilot/burner with door removed for safety and diagnosis.

PILOT IGNITION ISSUES

Troubleshooting pilot not lighting: covers spark, gas, ignitor issues.

PILOT EXTINGUISHES AFTER KNOB RELEASE

Troubleshooting pilot extinguishing after knob release: checks thermocouple and valve.

NO MAIN BURNER WITH PILOT LIT

Troubleshooting no main burner with pilot lit: checks orifices, thermopile, switches.

TROUBLE SHOOTING CONTINUED

MAIN BURNER OR PILOT OUTAGE

Troubleshooting main burner or pilot extinguishing, referring to other sections.

EXHAUST FUMES AND HEADACHES

Troubleshooting fumes/headaches: indicates spilling or seal issues.

CARBON DEPOSITS AND AGGRESSIVE FLAMES

Diagnoses carbon deposits and aggressive flames: checks air shutter, log placement, input rate, door seal, vent restriction.

SERVICE HISTORY RECORD

ANNUAL SERVICE RECOMMENDATION

Recommendation for annual servicing based on usage for continued optimal performance.

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