Superior DIRECT VENT 600 - User Manual

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NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
VENTED GAS FIREPLACE HEATERS - DIRECT VENT MODELS
P/N 700,005M REV. X 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.
MODELS
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.
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.
DIRECT VENT
500/600/800 SERIES
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.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermar-
ket permanently located, manufactured home
(USA only) or 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, unless a certified kit is used.
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Summary

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

MODELS

Lists different models and their specifications.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Covers installation, repair, inspection, and safety warnings.

LOCATION

Guidance on selecting the best placement for the appliance.

APPLIANCE AND VENT CLEARANCES

Specifies required clearances for safe installation.

VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCES

Details clearances for horizontal and vertical vent terminations.

TYPICAL INSTALLATION SEQUENCE

Outlines the general order of installation steps.

DETAILED INSTALLATION STEPS

Comprehensive guide covering framing, gas lines, and wiring.

FIREPLACE FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS

Framing Dimensions

Tables providing specific framing measurements for models.

Corner Framing with Square Termination (Figure 10)

Illustrates framing for corner installations with square vents.

VERTICAL TERMINATION SYSTEMS (ROOF)

Vertical (Straight) Installation

Guidance for installing straight vertical vent sections.

Vertical Section Length Chart

Table to select appropriate vent section lengths.

HORIZONTAL TERMINATION SYSTEM

Typical Horizontal Vent Installation (Figure 32)

Diagram showing the general setup for horizontal venting.

Venting Components for Exterior Wall Thicknesses (Table 3)

Lists required components based on wall thickness.

FIELD WIRING

Millivolt Wiring (Figure 46)

Wiring instructions for millivolt appliances.

Electronic Wiring (Figures 48, 49)

Wiring instructions for electronic appliances and optional blowers.

GAS LINE AND OPERATION CHECKS

Connecting Gas Line (Figure 50)

Illustrates methods for connecting the gas supply line.

Checking Appliance Operation

Procedures for testing pilot and burner operation.

BURNER ADJUSTMENTS

Air Shutter Adjustment (Figure 57)

Shows how to adjust air shutter for flame appearance.

INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES

Secure Vent Components

Catalog of Secure Vent parts and their applications.

Secure Flex Components

Catalog of Secure Flex parts and their applications.

GAS CONVERSION KITS

Millivolt SIT Systems Conversion

Details conversion kits for SIT millivolt systems.

Honeywell Systems Conversion

Details conversion kits for Honeywell systems.

Superior DIRECT VENT 600 Specifications

General

Venting	Direct Vent
Efficiency	Up to 70%
Ignition	Electronic Ignition
Fuel Type	Natural Gas or Liquid Propane
Type	Direct Vent Fireplace