Vermont Casting Electric Heater RDVOD 3350 User Manual

INSTALLER / CONSUMER

SAFETY INFORMATION

PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL

BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING

APPLIANCE.

WARNING!

Radiance

IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS

MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED

EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION

MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPER-

TY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY

OR LOSS OF LIFE.

Direct Vent/Natural Vent

Gas Heater

Model RDVOD: 3350 thru 3354,

3360 thru 3369, 3390 thru 3399

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Installation and service must be per-

formed by a qualiﬁed installer, service

agency or the gas suppler.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL

GAS:

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electric switch; do

not use any phone in your building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier

from your neighbor’s phone. Follow

the gas supplier’s instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,

call the ﬁre department.

DO NOT STORE OR USE GASO-

LINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE

VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE

VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER

APPLIANCE.

Homeowner’s Installation

and Operating Manual

This appliance may be installed in an

after market permanently located manu-

factured (mobile) home where not pro-

hibited by local codes.

This appliance is only for use with the

type of gas indicated on the rating plate.

CERTIFIED

This appliance is not convertible for use

with other gases unless a certiﬁed kit is

used.

CFM Specialty Home Products

410 Admiral Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5T 2N6 • 905-670-7777

www.majesticproducts.com • www.vermontcastings.com

INSTALLER: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL - LEAVE FOR HOMEOWNER

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Radiance Direct Vent /Natural Vent Gas Heater

Installation & Operating Instructions

The Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Room Heater, factured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by state or local

Model Nos. 3350 thru 3354, 3360 thru 3369 and 3390 thru codes.

3399, is a vented gas appliance listed to the ANSI standard

WARNING: Operation of this heater when not con-

Z21.88b-2002 and CSA-2.33b-2002 for Vented Room Heat- nected to a properly installed and maintained venting

ers, and CSA 2.17-M91, Gas-Fired Appliances For Use at system can result in carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning

High Altitudes.

and possible death.

The installation of the Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent

The Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Room Heater,

Room Heater must conform with local codes, or in the absence when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance

of local codes, with National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the

— latest edition and CSAB-149.1 Installation Code. (EXCEP- National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, (latest edition), or of

TION: Do not derate this appliance for altitude. Maintain the the current Canadian Electrical Code C22.1.

manifold pressure at 3.5 inches w.c. for Natural Gas and 10

inches w.c. for LP gas at maximum input.) Refer to Page 30 located out of trafﬁc and away from furniture and draper-

(RF only). ies.

This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated WARNING: This appliance is hot while in operation.

on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use Keep children, clothing, and furniture away. Contact may

Due to high temperatures this appliance should be

with other gases unless a certiﬁed kit is used.

cause burns or ignition of combustible materials.

Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards

Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utiliza-

tionequipmentoraccessories, andrepairandservicingof of high surface temperatures and should stay away to

equipment shall be performed only by a qualiﬁed agency. avoid burns or clothing ignition. Young children should

The term “qualiﬁed agency” means any individual, ﬁrm, be carefully supervised when they are in the same room

corporation, or company that either in person or through as the appliance.

a representative is engaged in and is responsible for (a)

Clothing or other ﬂammable materials should not be

installation or replacement of gas piping, or (b), the con- placed on or near the appliance.

nection,installation,repair,orservicingofequipment,who

Any safety screen, glass or guard removed for servic-

is experienced in such work, familiar with all precautions ing an appliance must be replaced prior to operating the

required, and has complied with all the requirements of appliance.

the authority having jurisdiction.

The appliance area must be kept clear and free from

The Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Room Heater combustible materials, gasoline, and other ﬂammable

should be inspected before use and at least annually by vapors and liquids.

a qualiﬁed service agency. It is imperative that control

The ﬂow of combustion and ventilation air must not be

compartments, burners, and circulating air passageways obstructed.Theinstallationmustincludeadequateaccessi-

of the appliance be kept clean.

bility and clearance for servicing and proper operation.

WARNING: Do not operate the Room Heater with the

The Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Room Heater and

its individual shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas glass panel removed, cracked or broken. Replacement

supply piping during any pressure testing of that system at test of the panel should be done by a licensed or qualiﬁed

pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).

service person.

The Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Room Heater must

Do not use this appliance if any part has been under

be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its water. Immediately call a qualiﬁed service technician to

individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the con-

of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or trol system and any gas control which has been under

less than 1/2 psig.

An accessible tap is located above the pilot/On-Off knob

for checking the inlet pressure.

water.

Do not burn wood, trash or any other material for which

thisappliancewasnotdesigned.Thisapplianceisdesigned

‘Direct Vent’describes a sealed combustion system in which to burn either natural gas or propane only.

incoming outside air for combustion and outgoing exhaust enter

Thisgasappliancemustnotbeconnectedtoachimney

and exit through two separate concentric passages within the ﬂue serving a separate solid-fuel burning appliance.

same sealed vent system. The system does not use room air

CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when

to support combustion. The Direct Vent system permits the servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and

gas appliance to be vented directly to the outside atmosphere dangerous operation.

through the side of the house or vertically through the roof.

Conventional venting systems (Natural Vent) take air from the

room for combustion and vent the exhaust vertically through

the roof to the atmosphere.

This appliance is approved for bedroom installations in

the U.S. and Canada. Check local codes for natural vent

requirements.

Verify proper operation after servicing.

* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, nor for purpose of resale,

from the manufacturer.

Proposition 65 Warning: Fuels used in gas, woodburning or

oil ﬁred appliances, and the products of combustion of such

fuels, contain chemicals known to the State of California to

cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm.

California Health & Safety Code Sec. 25249.6

This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* manu-

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Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent Stove Dimensions

See Page 6 for Flue Collar

Centerline Dimensions.

14��"

(3.7cm)

7" Outer Dia.

(1.8cm)

4��"

(1.2cm)

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29��"

(7.6cm)

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28"

(711mm)

Supply

Inlet

(127mm)

9��"

(241mm)

18��"

(464mm)

31"

(7.9cm)

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Fig. 1 Radiance dimensions.

Attention

The Radiance stove is shipped from the factory as a Direct Vent Gas Heater. This heater may be converted

into a Natural Vent unit in the ﬁeld. If a Natural Vent Heater is desired, the Vermont Castings Z31D00 FSD-

HAG Draft Hood must be directly installed to the top of the unit according to the installation instructions.

The Draft Hood Adapter is available in the 7FSDHASK stove kit or as a separate item.

When the Radiance stove is converted to Natural Vent, it uses 4” vent pipe. For aesthetic purposes the CFM

direct vent system may be used up to the ceiling.

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Radiance Direct Vent /Natural Vent Gas Heater

Installation Requirements

The installation must conform with local codes or, in

the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas

Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 - latest edition. (EXCEP-

TION: Do not derate this appliance for altitude. Main-

tain the manifold pressure at 3.5” w.c. for Natural Gas,

and 10” w.c. for Propane).

Direct Vent System Only

In Canada, installation must be in accordance with the

current CSA B-149.1 Installation Codes and/or local

codes.

The installation should be done by a qualiﬁed ser-

vice person who is familiar with the building codes

and installation techniques appropriate for your

area to accomplish a safe and effective installation.

Your dealer or your local gas supplier will be able to

refer a qualiﬁed service person.

D. Cross Corner

E. Flat on wall

A. Flat on corner wall

B. Room Divider

C. Island

ST207a

WARNING: Due to high temperatures, the HEATER

should be located out of trafﬁc and away from furni-

ture and draperies.

Fig. 2 Possible stove locations.

The surface of the Heater Is hot when it is in use.

Young children should be watched carefully when

they are in the same room when the Heater is in

use, and they should be taught to avoid the hot

surface. Keep any objects that can burn well away

from the Heater, and observe the recommended

clearances that follow.

Clearance Requirements

Minimum Clearances to Combustible Materials

Measure side clearances as shown in Figures 3, 4 and

5 from the outer edge of the cast iron stove top. Mea-

sure rear clearances from the outermost surface of the

steel rear skirt.

Locating The Stove

In choosing a location for the stove, consider:

• The location of outside walls;

The Radiance heater is approved for installation into

an alcove constructed of combustible materials to the

dimensions and clearances shown on the next page.

The same clearances apply in a standard parallel instal-

lation.

• Where additional heat is needed:

• Where family members gather most often;

• The vent system requirements.

WARNING:

• Always maintain required clearances

(air spaces) to nearby combustibles

NOTE: We do not recommend the use of wallpaper

next to this stove. Over time, radiant heat may cause

the wallpaper to shrink, or may adversely affect the

binders in the wallpaper adhesive.

to prevent ﬁre hazard. Do not ﬁll air

spaces with insulation. All venting components

must maintain a 1” (25mm) clearance to com-

bustible materials. Maintain a 6” (150mm) clear-

ance when using single wall pipe.

• The gas appliance and vent system must be

vented directly to the outside of the building

and never be attached to a chimney serving a

separate solid fuel or gas-burning appliance.

• Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions includ-

ed with the venting system for complete instal-

lation procedures.

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Wall Centerline from Floor

Parallel Installation: Minimum Clearance

and Flue Centerline, Direct Vent and Natu-

ral Vent

Direct Vent Only

42" (1070mm)

Min. Alcove Width

4" (102mm)

48"

(1220mm)

Max. Alcove

Depth

(150mm)

ST130

(150mm)

Fig. 3 Parallel installation, minimum back and side clear-

ances, and ﬂue centerlines.

ST131b

Corner Installation: Minimum Clear-

ance and Flue Centerline, Direct Vent

& Natural Vent

Effective Minimum

Centerline

57” (1448mm)(Vermont Castings/Majestic Pipe)

55” (1399mm) (Simpson DuraVent Pipe)

18"

(457mm)

Fig. 5 Minimum wall centerline.

Wall and Ceiling Clearances

(150mm)

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Direct Vent Only

18"

(457mm)

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(150mm)

ST129

Fig. 4 Corner installation, minimum corner clearances and

ﬂue centerline.

A: Rear Wall

4” (102mm)

B: Min. Clearance

44” (1118mm)*

72” (1830mm)*

48” (1220mm)

6” (150mm)

C: Min. Alcove Height

D: Max. Alcove Depth

Sidewall Clearance

* needed for installing DuraVent Minimum Vent Kit #2792 or

CFM Corporation Minimum Vent Kit #7TFSMSK.

ST101b

Fig. 6 Dimensions and clearances to ceiling or alcove.

Hearth Requirements

The Radiance Heaters must be installed on rigid ﬂoor-

ing. When the heater is installed directly on any com-

bustible surface other than wood ﬂooring, a metal or

wood panel extending the full width and depth of the

unit must be used as the hearth. There are no other

hearth requirements.

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Horizontal Termination -

Direct Vent ONLY

Gas Speciﬁcations

Max.

Input

Min.

Input

The vent must rise vertically a minimum of 24” (610mm)

off the top of the unit, before the ﬁrst elbow. The hori-

zontal run may extend up to 20’ (6m) and include a

vertical rise of up to 40’ (12m). (Fig. 7) Horizontal termi-

nation must also meet the criteria shown in Figures 10

through 12.

Model

Fuel Gas Control BTU/h BTU/h

RDVODRN

RDVODRP

Nat

Millivolt

35,000 25,000

35,000 27,500

Prop

RDVODRFN Nat Comfort Control 35,000 25,000

RDVODRFP Prop Comfort Control 35,000 27,500

• Approved vent systems must terminate above and

including the heavy line in Figure 7.

Weight: Fully assembled; 350 lbs.

• Two 45˚ elbows may be substituted for each single

90˚ elbow.

Gas Inlet and Manifold Pressures

Natural

5.5” w.c.

LP (Propane)

11.0” w.c.

• With a rise between 2’ - 5’, one 90˚ or two 45˚ elbows

may be used.

Inlet Minimum

Inlet Maximum

Manifold Pressure

14.0” w.c.

3.5” w.c.

14.0” w.c.

10” w.c.

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Radiance Direct Vent/Natural Vent

Certiﬁed to:

ANSI Z21.88b-2002 / CSA 2.33b-2002

Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters

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The installation of your Vermont Castings stove

must conform with local codes, or in the absence of

local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI

Z223.1/NFPA 54 - latest edition, or CSA B149.1

Installation code. (EXCEPTION: Do not derate this

appliance for altitude up to 4,500 feet (1,370m).

Maintain the manifold pressure at 3.5” w.c. for Natural

Gas and 10.0” w.c. for LP Gas.

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May use up to

three 90° Elbows

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High Elevations

Input ratings are shown in BTU per hour and are

certiﬁed without deration for elevations up to

4,500 feet (1,370m) above sea level.

For elevations above 4,500 feet (1,370m) in USA,

installations must be in accordance with the

current ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 and/or local codes

having jurisdiction.

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In Canada, please consult provincial and/or local

authorities having jurisdiction for installations at

elevations above 4,500 feet (1,370m).

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One 90°

Elbow

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Unacceptable

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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

installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.

Venting Conﬁguration

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Horizontal Run (in feet)

ST134a

Fig. 7 Horizontal vent termination window.

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Vertical Termination - Direct Vent ONLY

Vent Termination Clearances

A vertical vent system must terminate no less than 8’

(2.44m) and no more than 40’ (12m) above the appli-

ance ﬂue collar. A 2¹⁄₄" restrictor plate (supplied) must

be used, where speciﬁed, in all vertically terminated

vent systems. (Refer to Figure 8) NOTE: The restrictor

plate supplied with the vertical termination should

be discarded. Install restrictor plate supplied with

stove directly at stove outlet. A vertically terminated

vent system must also conform to the following criteria:

When planning the installation, consider the location

of the vent terminal and clearances. Some of the most

common clearances to keep in mind are shown in Figure 9.

Important: All vent clearances must be maintained.

Check your vent termination clearances against

Figures 9 through 11.

The vent should be placed so that people cannot be

burned by accidentally touching the vent surfaces when

the stove is operating.

•

No more than three 90° elbows may be used.

The vent termination should be located where it cannot

be damaged by such things as automobile doors, lawn

mowers or snowblowers and it should be located away

from areas where it could become blocked by snow,

etc.

• Two 45° elbows may be substituted for one 90˚ el-

bow. No more than six 45° elbows may be used.

•

Vent must rise a minimum of 2 feet before off-

set is used.

•

Termination height must conform to roof clear-

ance as speciﬁed in Figure 9.

Some considerations are:

• Obstructions or impediments to venting.

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• Nearby combustible materials that could come into

contact with combustion exhaust gases.

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All Vertical Termi-

nations in this area

Require use of

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• Other nearby openings {within 12” (305mm)} through

which exhaust gas could reenter the building.

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the 2¹⁄₄” Restrictor

Plate*

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• All vegetation within 3’ (76mm) that may interfere with

the draft.

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Other factors that inﬂuence where the installation will

be sited include the location of outside walls, where

additional heat may be desired in the home, where the

family members gather most regularly, and perhaps

most importantly, the distance limitations of the venting

system.

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Vertical terminations

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must be within this area

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IMPORTANT

Direct Vent Only

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Unacceptable

Venting Conﬁguration

•

The horizontal termination must not be recessed

into the exterior wall or siding.

Horizontal vent runs must be level toward the

vent termination.

Clearances around the vent termination must be

maintained.

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•

For installations using Simpson DuraVent pipe,

parallel installations with minimum wall clearance

have restricted access for connecting the Hori-

zontal Vent Cap straps to the vent pipe. See the

maker’s instructions for recommended installa-

tion procedures.

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No offset may be used

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within this area

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ST132a

Horizontal Run (in feet)

Fig. 8 Vertical vent termination window.

*The Restictor Plate is used on Direct Vent

installations only.

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Vent Termination Clearances

Your stove is approved to be vented either through the

side wall, or vertical through the roof.

There must not be any obstruction such as bushes,

garden sheds, fences, decks or utility buildings within

24” from the front of the termination hood.

• CFM Specialty Home Products does not require

any opening for inspection of vent pipe.

Do not locate termination hood where excessive snow

or ice build up may occur. Be sure to check vent termi-

nation area after snow falls, and clear to prevent ac-

cidental blockage of venting system. When using snow

blowers, make sure snow is not directed towards vent

termination area.

• Only CFM Corporation and Simpson DuraVent

venting components speciﬁcally approved and

labelled for this stove may be used.

• Minimum clearances between vent pipes and

combustible materials is one (1”) inch (25 mm),

except where stated otherwise.

Location of Vent Termination

It is imperative the vent termination be located observ-

ing the minimum clearances as shown on this page.

• Venting terminals shall not be recessed into a wall or

siding.

• Horizontal venting must be installed on a level plane

without an inclining or declining slope.

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