Superior 800 Series - User Manual

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NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.
HOMEOWNER'S CARE AND
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATERS - DIRECT VENT MODELS
P/N 725,032M REV. H 11/2004
RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
FOR YOUR SAFETY: Do not store or use gasoline
or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicin-
ity of this or any other appliance.
FOR YOUR SAFETY: What to do if you smell gas:
• DO NOT light any appliance.
• DO NOT touch any electrical switches.
• DO NOT use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone.
Follow your gas suppliers instructions.
• If your gas supplier cannot be reached, call the
fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ: Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser
d'essence ni d'autre vapeurs ou liquides inflammables
dans le voisinage de cet appareil ou de tout autre
appareil.
POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ: Que faire si vous sentez une
odeur de gaz:
• Ne pas tenter d'allumer d'appareil.
• Ne touchez à aucun interrupteur. Ne pas vous servir
des téléphones se trouvant dans le batiment où
vous vous trouvez.
• Evacuez la piéce, le bâtiment ou la zone.
• 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 dos incendies.
L'installation et service doit être exécuté par un qualifié
installeur, agence de service ou le fournisseur de gaz.
DIRECT-VENT
500/600/800 SERIES
MODELS
AVERTISSEMENT: ASSUREZ-VOUS DE BIEN SUIVRE
LES INSTRUCTIONS DONNÉ DANS CETTE NOTICE POUR
RÉDUIRE AU MINIMUM LE RISQUE D'INCENDIE OU
POUR ÉVITER TOUT DOMMAGE MATÉRIEL, TOUTE
BLESSURE OU LA MORT.
WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL
IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLO-
SION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAM-
AGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
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Summary

Superior Direct-Vent Fireplace Overview

Critical Safety Warnings

Essential safety precautions regarding gas leaks, flammability, and appliance operation.

Appliance Operation and Safety

Key Operational Safety Alerts

Warnings about improper installation, high surface temperatures, and flammable materials.

Accessing and Operating Controls

Detailed Maintenance Schedule

Annual Maintenance Tasks

Tasks to be performed annually before the burning season, by qualified technicians or homeowners.

Periodic Maintenance Tasks

Glass Panel and Burner Adjustments

Front Glass Panel Handling and Installation

Burner Flame Adjustment and Sooting

Guidance on adjusting the flame appearance and preventing sooting, with technician warnings.

Burner Settings and Log Placement

Ceramic Log Placement Guide

Component Placement and System Checks

Millivolt and Electronic System Checkout

System Schematics, Warranty, and Parts

Wiring Diagrams for Ignition Systems

Millivolt Gas Valve Lighting Instructions

Pre-Lighting Safety Checks

Essential safety steps and gas leak detection procedures before lighting the millivolt pilot.

Millivolt Pilot Lighting Procedure

Step-by-step guide for safely lighting the pilot on millivolt gas valves.

Electronic Ignition Lighting Instructions

Pre-Lighting Safety for Electronic Systems

Essential safety steps and gas leak detection procedures before lighting electronic ignition.

Electronic Pilot and Burner Ignition

Millivolt System Troubleshooting Guide

Ignitor and Pilot Flame Issues

Troubleshooting common problems with the spark ignitor and pilot flame not staying lit.

Burner and Pilot Outage Resolution

Diagnosing and correcting frequent pilot or burner outages and related causes.

Electronic Ignition Troubleshooting Guide

Burner Ignition and Cycling Problems

Troubleshooting steps for when the burner fails to light or cycles off unexpectedly.

Replacement Parts Identification

Fireplace Assembly Components

Gas Control System Parts

Superior 800 Series Specifications

General

Category	Indoor Fireplace
Fuel Type	Natural Gas or Propane
Style	Traditional
Ignition Type	Electronic Ignition
Log Set Material	Ceramic Fiber
Burner Material	Stainless Steel