Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
2 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 NOTE: Changes, other than editorial, are denoted by a vertical line in the margin. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW 3 2.0 INTRODUCTION 4 2.1 DIMENSIONS 5 2.2 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 5 2.3 GENERAL INFORMATION 7 2.4 RATING PLATE INFORMATION 8 3.0 VENTING 9 3.1 VENTIN...
Page 3 - INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
3 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 Door, see “DOOR CLOSING / OPENING” section. Rating plate, see “RATING PLATE” section. Logo, see “LOGO PLACEMENT” section. Vent, see “VENTING” section. 1.0 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
Page 4 - WARNING; fl
4 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 3.1A ! WARNING • THIS APPLIANCE IS HOT WHEN OPERATED AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS IF CONTACTED. • Do not operate appliance before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate appliance according to operating instructions could cause fi re or injury. •...
Page 5 - INSTRUCTIONS; WITH THE GLASS DOOR OPENED OR REMOVED.
5 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 2.1 DIMENSIONS 22 1/2” 11 1/4” 26 3/4” 7” Ø AIR INTAKE 4” Ø FLUE 18 1/2” 5 1/2” 17 3/4” 12” 10” GAS LINE ACCESS HOLE LOCATED IN PEDESTAL BASE 15” WINDOW OPENING 2.2 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ALWAYS LIGHT THE PILOT WHETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME OR IF THE GAS SUPPLY HAS RAN OUT, WIT...
Page 6 - Specialists
6 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 4.1 THIS GAS APPLIANCE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER to conform with local codes. Installation practices vary from region to region and it is important to know the speci fi cs that apply to your area, for example in Massachusetts State: • This p...
Page 7 - INFORMATION; NG; c recommendations from
7 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 2.3 GENERAL INFORMATION GDS28 GS28 NG LP NG LP Altitude (FT) 0-4,500 0-4500 0-4500 0-4500 Max. Input (BTU/HR) 30,000 26,000 30,000 26,000 Max. Output (BTU/HR) 25,500 22,360 24,600 21,600 Max. Steady State Ef fi ciency (w/the fan on) 85% 86% 82% 83% Max. A.F.U.E. 76% 77% Mi...
Page 8 - RATING PLATE INFORMATION; SAMPLE
8 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 INSTALLER: It is your responsibility to check off the appropriate box on the rating plate according to the model, venting and gas type of the unit. For rating plate location, see “INSTALLATION OVERVIEW” section. This illustration is for reference only. Refer to the rating ...
Page 9 - culty in burner start-up and/or carboning. Under extreme vent; FOR BOTH VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL RUNS. USE SUPPORTS OR EQUIVALENT
9 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 3.0 VENTING 7.1 THIS APPLIANCE USES A 4” EXHAUST / 7” AIR INTAKE VENT PIPE SYSTEM. Refer to the section applicable to your installation. For safe and proper operation of the appliance follow the venting instruction exactly. Deviation from the minimum vertical vent length c...
Page 10 - VENTING LENGTHS AND COMPONENTS; PART
10 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 3.1 VENTING LENGTHS AND COMPONENTS Use only Wolf Steel, Simpson Dura-Vent, Selkirk Direct Temp, American Metal Amerivent or Metal-Fab venting components. Minimum and maximum vent lengths, for both horizontal and vertical installations, and air terminal locations for eithe...
Page 11 - TYPICAL VENT INSTALLATION; MAXIMUM
11 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 3.2 TYPICAL VENT INSTALLATION 26 3/4" 16" MINIMUM 40 FEET MAXIMUM 3' MINIMUM 26 3/4" 29" MINIMUM 55 3/4" MINIMUM PLUS RISE* 34" MAXIMUM * See "VENTING" section.
Page 12 - SPECIAL VENT INSTALLATIONS; GRADE
12 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 Use the periscope kit to locate the air termination above grade. The periscope must be installed so that when fi nal grading is completed, the bottom air slot is located a minimum 12” above grade. The maximum allowable vent length is 10’. 9.7 3.3 SPECIAL VENT INSTALLATION...
Page 13 - VENT TERMINAL CLEARANCES; COVERED BALCONY APPLICATIONS
13 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 3.4 VENT TERMINAL CLEARANCES INSTALLATIONS CANADA U.S.A. A 12” 12” Clearance above grade, veranda porch, deck or balcony. B 12” Δ 9” Δ Clearance to windows or doors that open. C 12” * 12” * Clearance to permanently closed windows. D 18” ** 18” ** Vertical clearance to ven...
Page 14 - VENTING APPLICATION FLOW CHART; rst 90° offset has a zero value and is shown in the formula as - 90°
14 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 3.6 DEFINITIONS 14.1 For the following symbols used in the venting calculations and examples are:> - greater than> - equal to or greater than< - less than< - equal to or less thanH T - total of both horizontal vent lengths (Hr) and offsets (Ho) in feet H R - c...
Page 15 - TOP EXIT HORIZONTAL TERMINATION; Simple venting confi guration (only one 90° elbow)
15 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 3.8 TOP EXIT HORIZONTAL TERMINATION 16.1A Simple venting confi guration (only one 90° elbow) (H T ) < (V T ) For vent confi gurations requiring more than one 90° elbow, the following formulas apply: Formula 1: H T < V T Formula 2: H T + V T < 40 feet Example 1:V ...
Page 17 - TOP EXIT VERTICAL TERMINATION
17 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 3.9 TOP EXIT VERTICAL TERMINATION (H T ) < (V T ) Simple venting configurations. See graph to determine the required vertical rise V T for the required horizontal run H T . REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE IN FEET V T HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN FEET H T For vent configur...
Page 19 - VERTICAL THROUGH EXISTING CHIMNEY
19 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 3.10 VERTICAL THROUGH EXISTING CHIMNEY This appliance is designed to be attached to a 3" co-linear fl exible vent system running the full length of a masonry chimney. The fl exible vent pipe accommodates any contours of a masonry chimney, however, it is necessary to k...
Page 20 - WHICH MUST BE SEALED USING MILL PAC.; MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES; Back Wall
20 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 4.0 INSTALLATION ! WARNING FOR SAFE AND PROPER OPERATION OF THE APPLIANCE, FOLLOW THE VENTING INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY. ALL INNER EXHAUST AND OUTER INTAKE VENT PIPE JOINTS MAY BE SEALED USING EITHER RED RTV HIGH TEMP SILICONE SEALANT W573-0002 (NOT SUPPLIED) OR BLACK HIGH TEM...
Page 21 - WALL AND CEILING PROTECTION; OTHER MATERIALS AWAY FROM VENT PIPE MAY CAUSE FIRE.; FIRESTOP; RETURN FLANGE OF THE MOUNTING PLATE.
21 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 4.2 WALL AND CEILING PROTECTION For optimum performance, it is recommended that all horizontal runs have a minimum 1/4" rise per foot when venting. For safe and proper operation of the appliance, follow the venting instructions exactly. ! WARNING DO NOT FILL THE SPACE...
Page 22 - PIPE
22 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 4.2.2 VERTICAL INSTALLATION This application occurs when venting through a roof. Installation kits for various roof pitches are available from your authorized dealer / distributor. See accessories to order speci fi c kits required. A. Determine the air terminal location, ...
Page 24 - ” OVERLAP; APPLIANCE VENT CONNECTION
24 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 A. Attach the adjustable pipe to the last section of rigid pipe. Secure with screws and seal. B. Install the inner fl ex pipe to the appliance. Secure with 3 screws and fl at washers. Seal the joint and screw holes using the high temperature sealant W573-0007 (not supplie...
Page 25 - INSTALLATION; Do not use open fl ame.; SPARKS OR OPEN FLAMES.
25 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 4.5 GAS INSTALLATION 30.1A Installation and servicing to be done by a quali fi ed installer. Do not use open fl ame. • Move the appliance into position and secure. • If equipped with a fl ex connector the appliance is designed to accept a 1/2” gas supply. Without the conn...
Page 26 - SPECIFICS; Three types of chimney systems may be used with this appliance.
26 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 4.7 B-VENT SPECIFICS 4.7.1 CHIMNEY INSTALLATION 63.7 “A” VENT - SOLID FUEL WOOD BURNING CHIMNEY & VENT CONNECTOR (LINER NEEDED IF INSIDE DIAMETER IS 6” OR LARGER) SINGLE WALL OR “B” VENT MASONRY CLAY LINED CHIMNEY + VENT CONNECTOR (NO NEW LINER NEEDED IF OLD LINER DIA...
Page 27 - ADAPTER; TERMINAL BLOCK
27 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 4.7.2 INSTALLING "B" VENT Follow the instructions of the "B" vent manufacturer for chimney installation. A. Remove and discard the two combustion air cover plates and gaskets located on the rear panel of the appliance. B. Replace the four screws per side t...
Page 29 - DOOR CLOSING AND OPENING; NEVER OBSTRUCT THE FRONT OPENING OF THE APPLIANCE.; GLASS MAY BE HOT, DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL COOLED.; When installing the
29 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 5.0 FINISHING 5.1 DOOR CLOSING AND OPENING ! WARNING RISK OF FIRE! NEVER OBSTRUCT THE FRONT OPENING OF THE APPLIANCE. DO NOT STRIKE, SLAM OR SCRATCH GLASS. DO NOT OPERATE APPLIANCE WITH GLASS REMOVED, CRACKED, BROKEN OR SCRATCHED. 72.4 ! WARNING GLASS MAY BE HOT, DO NOT T...
Page 30 - PLACEMENT; DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY.
30 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 5.2.1 Place the back log into the fi rebox, pushing it as close to the fi rebox wall as possible and centered onto the log support pan. 5.2.2 Place the front log on the ember screen lining up the studs with the holes on the bottom of the log. NOTE: The ember screen is adj...
Page 31 - bre hairs will glow when; PATTERN, CARBON DEPOSITS AND DELAYED IGNITION.
31 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 5.5 LOGO PLACEMENT Remove the backing of the logo supplied and centre over the logo installation holes, as indicated. 5.3 GLOWING EMBERS 5.4 CHARCOAL EMBERS 32.1 Randomly place the charcoal embers along the front and sides of the log support tray in a realistic manner. Fi...
Page 32 - MODEL GS28 ONLY: SPILL SWITCH; MODEL GS28 ONLY: VENTING ACTION CHECK; Venting action is satisfactory if the; CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
32 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 6.0 OPERATION MODEL GS28 ONLY: SPILL SWITCH This is a thermally activated switch, attached to the back of the chimney adaptor, which senses the change in temperature and shuts down the gas valve in the event of a blocked or disconnected vent. It acts as a safety shut-off ...
Page 33 - When lit for the; OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS; LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS; TO TURN OFF GAS
33 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 6.1 OPERATING/LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS The on-off switch is located on the back of the unit at the top left corner on models GDS28 and GS28. When lit for the fi rst time, the appliance will emit a slight odour for a few hours. This is a normal temporary condition caused by t...
Page 34 - PILOT BURNER ADJUSTMENT; Adjust the pilot screw to provide properly sized; ADJUSTMENT; ORIFICE
34 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 7.0 ADJUSTMENT 7.1 PILOT BURNER ADJUSTMENT Adjust the pilot screw to provide properly sized fl ame. Turn in a clockwise direction to reduce the gas fl ow. Inlet pressure can be checked by turning screw (A) counter-clockwise until loosened and then placing pressure gauge t...
Page 35 - CHARACTERISTICS; RESTRICTING VERTICAL VENTS - MODEL GDS28; Vertical installations may display a very active
35 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 7.3 FLAME CHARACTERISTICS It’s important to periodically perform a visual check of the pilot and burner fl ames. Compare them to the illustra- tions provided. If any fl ames appear abnormal call a service person. 3/8” - 1/2” PILOT BURNER FLAME MUST ENVELOP UPPER 3/8” TO 1...
Page 36 - MAINTENANCE; APPLIANCE MAY BE HOT, DO NOT SERVICE UNTIL APPLIANCE HAS COOLED.
36 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 8.0 MAINTENANCE CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. This appliance and its venting system should be inspected before use and at least an...
Page 37 - REPLACEMENT; black
37 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 8.2 BLOWER REPLACEMENT Blower replacement may be done through either the fi rebox or from the rear of the unit. Using the rear panel is recommended. INSTALLATION THROUGH THE REAR PANEL : FOR MODEL GDS28 • Turn off the electrical power and the gas supply to the appliance. ...
Page 38 - COMMON COMPONENTS
38 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 9.0 REPLACEMENTS Contact your dealer or the factory for questions concerning prices and policies on replacement parts. Normally all parts can be ordered through your Authorized dealer / distributor. FOR WARRANTY REPLACEMENT PARTS, A PHOTOCOPY OF THE ORIGINAL INVOICE WILL ...
Page 39 - GS28 COMPONENTS; TERMINAL KITS; ROOF TERMINAL KITS
39 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 COMMON COMPONENTS REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 26* W380-0002 VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH KNOB 27 KB-35 VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH 28 GZ552 REPLACEMENT BLOWER 29 W030-0022 ACCENT BAR 30 W200-0077 BLACK TRIVET 31 W300-0038 FRONT WINDOW GLASS 32 W300-0037 SIDE WINDOW GLASS 33 W562-0022...
Page 40 - COMMON ACCESSORIES
40 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 ROOF TERMINAL KITS REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION GD112 - ROOF TERMINAL KIT - FLAT ROOF 47 W490-0073 4/7 INNER/OUTER SLEEVE 48 W670-0006 TERMINAL, 4/7 49 W010-0567 ROOF SUPPORT 50 W170-0063 STORM COLLAR 53 W263-0056 FLASHING COMMON ACCESSORIES REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 5...
Page 42 - SHOOTING; SYMPTOM; WITH THE GLASS DOOR OPEN OR REMOVED.
42 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 10.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM TEST SOLUTION Main burner goes out; pilot stays on. Pilot fl ame is not large enough or not engul fi ng the thermopile. - Turn up the pilot fl ame. - Replace pilot assembly. Thermopile shorting. - Clean thermopile connection to the va...
Page 45 - Quality Assurance Certi; NAPOLEON® GAS FIREPLACE PRESIDENT’S LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY
45 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 NAPOLEON® warrants its products against manufacturing defects to the original purchaser only. Registering your warranty is not necessary. Simply provide your proof of purchase along with the model and serial number to make a warranty claim. NAPOLEON® reserves the right to...
Page 46 - HISTORY
46 W415-0153 / B / 06.10.10 12.0 SERVICE HISTORY 43.1
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