HORIZON
Model 535XAN (Natural Gas)
Model 535XAP (Propane)
Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Heater
Installation & Operating Instructions
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
Please read this manual BEFORE installing and operating this appliance.

WARNING: If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fireor explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or loss of life.

This appliance may be installed in anafter-market permanently located,
manufactured (mobile) home where notprohibited by local codes.

Do not store or use gasoline or otherflammable vapors and liquids in the vicinityof this or any other appliance.

This appliance is only for use with the typeof gas indicated on the rating plate. Thisappliance is not convertible for use withother gases, unless a certified kit is used.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS• Do not try to light the appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not
use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier froma neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, callthe fire department.
Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or thegas supplier.

This appliance is a domestic room-heating
appliance. It must not be used for any otherpurposes such as drying clothes, etc.
This appliance is suitable for installation in a
bedroom or bed sitting room.
Massachusetts: The piping and final
gas connection must be performed by alicensed plumber or gas fitter in the State of
Massachusetts. Also, see Carbon Monoxide
Detector requirements under “Safety andWarning Information” on page 5.

Manufactured by

MILES INDUSTRIES LTD.
British Columbia, Canada
www.valorfireplaces.com

4000309-14© 2009, Miles Industries Ltd. All rights reserved.

Thank You ...
For purchasing a Valor by Miles Industries. Your new radiant gas heater is a technicalappliance that must be installed by a qualified dealer. Each Valor fireplace is fully
tested during the production process for your safety and comfort.
Your unit has been professionally installed by:
Dealer Name _______________________________________
Phone Number ______________________________________
Should you encounter an operational problem, call your dealer immediately.
Do not try to repair the unit as you may cause an injury or damage the fireplace.
The information contained in this installation manual is believed to be correct at
the time of printing. Miles Industries Ltd. reserves the right to change or modify any
information or specifications without notice. Miles Industries Ltd. grants no warranty,
implied or stated, for the installation or maintenance of your heater, and assumes noresponsibility for any consequential damage(s).

We recommend that our gas
hearth products be installed
and serviced by professionals
who are certified in the UnitedStates by NFI (National Fireplace
Institute®).

WARNING
HOT GLASS WILLCAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASSUNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDRENTO TOUCH GLASS.

Designed and Manufactured by / for
Miles Industries Ltd.
190 – 2255 Dollarton Highway, North Vancouver B.C., CANADA. V7H 3B1
Tel. (604) 984-3496 Fax (604) 984-0246
www.valorfireplaces.com© Copyright Miles Industries Ltd., 20092

Table of Contents
Safety and Warning Information...............................................................4
Options........................................................................................................7
Dimensions.................................................................................................8
Specifications.............................................................................................9
Location.....................................................................................................10
Recessed Insert Applications.................................................................14
Horizontal Termination Locations...........................................................15
Supply Gas................................................................................................16
Pack Contents..........................................................................................16
Appliance Preparation.............................................................................18
Installations with Horizontal Termination—Installing to Wall..............23
Installations with Vertical Termination—Through the Roof.................25
Remote Control Installation.....................................................................26
Gas Supply Installation............................................................................27
Aeration Setting Check............................................................................27
Ceramic Fuel Bed Installation.................................................................28
Window Refitting & Checking.................................................................29
Operation Checks.....................................................................................29
Front Installation......................................................................................30
Owner’s Information.................................................................................31
Remote Control Operation.......................................................................33
Lighting Instructions................................................................................35
Approved Venting Components..............................................................36
Warranty....................................................................................................383

Safety and Warning Information
READ and UNDERSTAND all instructions carefully before
starting the installation. FAILURE TO FOLLOW these
installation instructions may result in possible fire hazard
and will void the warranty.
Prior to the first firing of the fireplace, READ the Owner’s
Information section of this manual.
DO NOT USE this appliance if any part has been underwater. Immediately, CALL a qualified service technician
to inspect the unit and to replace any part of the control
system and any gas control that has been under water.
THIS UNIT IS NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL.
Installation and repair should be PERFORMED by aqualified service person. The appliance and venting
system should be INSPECTED before initial use and at
least annually by a professional service person. Morefrequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint
from carpeting, bedding, etc. It is IMPERATIVE that theunit’s control compartment, burner, and circulating air
passageways BE KEPT CLEAN to provide for adequate
combustion and ventilation air.
Always KEEP the appliance clear and free fromcombustible materials, gasoline, and other flammablevapors and liquids.
NEVER OBSTRUCT the flow of combustion andventilation air. Keep the front of the appliance CLEAR
of all obstacles and materials for servicing and proper
operation.
Due to the high temperature, the appliance should be
LOCATED out of traffic areas and away from furniture anddraperies. Clothing or flammable material SHOULD NOT
BE PLACED on or near the appliance.
Children and adults should be ALERTED to the hazardsof high surface temperature and should STAY AWAY to
avoid burns or clothing ignition. Young children should be
CAREFULLY SUPERVISED when they are in the sameroom as the appliance.

This gas fireplace and vent assembly MUST be vented
directly to the outside and MUST NEVER be attached to achimney serving a separate solid fuel burning appliance.
Each gas appliance MUST USE a separate vent system.
Common vent systems are PROHIBITED.
INSPECT the external vent cap on a regular basis tomake sure that no debris, plants, trees, shrubs areinterfering with the air flow.
The glass door assembly MUST be in place and sealed
before the unit can be placed into safe operation.
DO NOT OPERATE this appliance with the glass door
removed, cracked, or broken. Replacement of the glass
door should be performed by a licensed or qualified
service person. DO NOT strike or slam the glass door.
The glass door assembly SHALL ONLY be replaced as acomplete unit, as supplied by the fireplace manufacturer.
NO SUBSTITUTE material may be used.
DO NOT USE abrasive cleaners on the glass door
assembly. DO NOT ATTEMPT to clean the glass door
when it is hot.
Turn off the gas before servicing this appliance. It is
recommended that a qualified service technician perform
an appliance check-up at the beginning of each heating
season.
Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must
be replaced before operating this appliance.
DO NOT place furniture or any other combustible
household objects within 36” of the fireplace front.
BE CAREFUL not to put any decorating objects sensitive
to heat too close near or above the fireplace as it getsvery hot when operating.
DO NOT use this heater as a temporary source of heat
during construction.

This unit MUST be used with a vent system as describedin this installation manual. NO OTHER vent system orcomponents MAY BE USED.

Operating your fireplace for the first time. When operating your new fireplace for the first time, some vapors may bereleased due to the burning of curing compounds used in the manufacture of the appliance. They may cause a slight odor
and could cause the flames to be the full height of the firebox, or even slightly higher, for the first few hours of operation.
It is also possible that these vapors could set off any smoke detection alarms in the immediate vicinity. These vapors arequite normal on new appliances. We recommend opening a window to vent the room. After a few hours use, the vapors
will have disappeared and the flames will be at their normal height.

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Safety and Warning Information
State of California. Proposition 65 Warning. Fuels used in gas, wood-burning or oil fired appliances, and the productsof combustion of such fuels, contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and otherreproductive harm. California Health & Safety Code Sec. 25249.6.
State of Massachusetts Carbon Monoxide Detector/Vent Terminal Signage Requirements
For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole orin part for residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaustvent termination is less than seven (7) feet above finished grade in the area of the venting, including but not limited todecks and porches, the following requirements shall be satisfied:
1. INSTALLATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS. At the time of installation of the side wall horizontal vented
gas fueled equipment, the installing plumber or gas fitter shall observe that a hard wired carbon monoxide detector withan alarm and battery back-up is installed on the floor level where the gas equipment is to be installed. In addition, theinstalling plumber or gas fitter shall observe that a battery operated or hard wired carbon monoxide detector with analarm is installed on each additional level of the dwelling, building or structure served by the side wall horizontal vented
gas fueled equipment. It shall be the responsibility of the property owner to secure the services of qualified licensed
professionals for the installation of hard wired carbon monoxide detectors.
a. In the event that the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic, the hard
wired carbon monoxide detector with alarm and battery back-up may be installed on the next adjacent floor level.
b. In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can not be met at the time of completion of installation, the ownershall have a period of thirty (30) days to comply with the above requirements; provided, however, that during said thirty(30) day period, a battery operated carbon monoxide detector with an alarm shall be installed.
2. APPROVED CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS. Each carbon monoxide detector as required in accordance with theabove provisions shall comply with NFPA 720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 listed and IAS certified.
3. SIGNAGE. A metal or plastic identification plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at aminimum height of eight (8) feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas
fueled heating appliance or equipment. The sign shall read, in print size no less than one-half (1/2) inch in size, “GASVENT DIRECTLY BELOW. KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS”.
4. INSPECTION. The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment shall not
approve the installation unless, upon inspection, the inspector observes carbon monoxide detectors and signage installedin accordance with the provisions of 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)1 through 4.
(b) EXEMPTIONS: The following equipment is exempt from 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)1 through 4:
1. The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled “Equipment Not Required To Be Vented” in the most current edition of NFPA
54 as adopted by the Board; and2. Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in a room or structure separate from thedwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes.
(c) MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS - GAS EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM PROVIDED. When the manufacturerof Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas equipment provides a venting system design or venting systemcomponents with the equipment, the instructions provided by the manufacturer for installation of the equipment and the5Safety and Warning Information
venting system shall include:
1. Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting system design or the venting system components; and2. A complete parts list for the venting system design or venting system.
(d) MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS - GAS EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM NOT PROVIDED. When the
manufacturer of a Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment does not provide the partsfor venting the flue gases, but identifies “special venting systems”, the following requirements shall be satisfied by the
manufacturer:
1. The referenced “special venting system” instructions shall be included with the appliance or equipment installation
instructions; and2. The “special venting systems” shall be Product Approved by the Board, and the instructions for that system shall
include a parts list and detailed installation instructions.
(e) A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment, allventing instructions, all parts lists for venting instructions, and/or all venting design instructions shall remain with theappliance or equipment at the completion of the installation.

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Options
Heater engine unit #535XAN is used with all natural gas installations.
Heater engine unit #535XAP is used with all propane gas installations.

Optional features
Circulating Fan Kit #755CFKHaving variable speed and temperature control, it is designed to boost the natural convection process through theappliance. It may be fitted before the fireplace is installed or retrofitted at a later date.
Natural Gas Conversion Kit #608NGKFor conversion from propane to natural gas. Intended primarily for post installation conversion in areas where natural gas
was not available at the time of initial installation.

Venting options
Direct vent installations (solid piping)
A list of all approved venting accessories is shown on pages 36–37 of this manual.
Direct Vent Co-Linear Installations (flexible piping)
Converts the appliance outlet collars to accept two 3” dia. flex liners for installation into existing solid fuel burning
fireplaces and chimneys. Requires a co-linear adapter at the appliance and either a co-linear terminal or co-linear-to-coaxial adapter and terminal at the top of the chimney. A list of approved venting accessories is shown on pages 36–37 of
this manual.

7Dimensions
36”(914 mm)min.

32-3/16” (817 mm)

See tableA
MantelB16” (406 mm)

33-1/2” (850 mm)

29-3/4” (756 mm)

Stand-offs

1-1/2(38 mm)4-1/2”(114 mm)Stand-offs3” (75 mm) min.
To side wall from inner frame7” (180 mm)
From finishedwall front
to top vent2” (50 mm) min.
From combustible
framing to vent14”(355 mm)

Mantel depth “A”

1”(25 mm)

2”(51 mm)

3”(76 mm)4”–5”(102–127 mm)

6”(152 mm)7”(178 mm)8”–12” Max.
(203–305 mm) Max.

Mantel clearance “B”

7”(178 mm)

8”(203 mm)

9”(229 mm)10”(254 mm)

11”(279 mm)

12”(305 mm)

14”(356 mm)Figure 1 Major dimensions & clearances without optional trims (shows with #601SFB Front)
Finished wall
(See Location section-Framing)

34-7/8” (887 mm)
3/4”(19 mm)32-1/2” (825 mm)

31-1/8” (780 mm)

34-7/8” (887 mm)

3-sided trims

4-sided trims

Figure 2 #601SFB Front with optional trims
Finished wall
(See Location section-Framing)

2-1/8”(53 mm)3-sided trims
Figure 3 #602CFB Front with optional trims

834-7/8” (887 mm)
3/4”(19 mm)32-1/2” (825 mm)

31-1/8” (780 mm)

34-7/8” (887 mm)

4-sided trims

Specifications
Approvals & codes
These appliances are certified by ANSI Z21.88b-2008 / CSA 2.33b-2008 Vented Gas Fireplace Heater for use in Canada
and USA. These appliances are for installation directly venting through an outside wall or through the roof.
Model 535XAN is for use with natural gas.
Model 535XAP is for use with propane gas. It can be converted for use with natural gas with kit #608NGK.
These appliances comply with CGA P.4.1 Testing method for measuring annual fireplace efficiencies.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1 or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code CAN/CGA-B149. Only qualified licensed or trained personnel
should install these appliances.
These appliances, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local
codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.

Model
Gas
Altitude (Ft.)
Input Max. (Btu/h)
Input Min. (Btu/h)Manifold pressure (in w.c..)
Min. Supply pressure (in. w.c.)Max. Supply pressure (in. w.c.)

535XAN
535XAP
NaturalPropane0–4500 *30,00028,0006,500
14,500
3.5–3.9
10.3–10.7
5.0
11.0
10.5
14.0

*Tested to CAN/CGA - 2.17 Gas fired appliances for use at high altitudes. In the USA, installations may require
deration over 2000’—check local codes.

Wall Thickness
The vent system (when horizontally terminated) is approved to pass through combustible wall construction of up to
14” (36 cm) thick.
A non-combustible wall can be any thickness up to the maximum horizontal run of vent pipe allowed for theparticular installation—see Location section.

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Location
Framing
The framing dimensions are shown in Figure 4.
• A non-combustible hearth is not necessary infront of this appliance.
• Note that the unit is installed at the framing
stage and fixed to framing using support
angles. See figures 17 and 21. Wall finish(cement board above) is then installed overthe support angles up to the black frame on
the unit.
• Be aware of the area 9” x 35-1/2” (23 cm x
90.2 cm) immediately above the opening area
shown hatched in Figure 4 which must be
constructed with non-combustible materials(such as cement board).
When the appliance is installed
directly on carpeting, tile orother combustible material
other than wood flooring, theappliance shall be installed on ametal or wood panel extending
the full width and depth of theappliance.

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Wall Finish

This part ofwall MUST benoncombustible(cement
board orsimilar)38-3/4”to header

29-3/4”
to Wall Finish

16” minimum

Figure 4 Framing

35-1/2”This is the framing
width. Wall finish
to 32-3/16” wide.

Location
Horizontal Rear TerminationE

See figure 5.
Can be used with either #551DVK standard vent kit oranother terminal cap and accessories.
Adapter #817VAK, one 90º vent elbow and pipe lengths will
be required. See venting accessories list on pages 36–37 forallowable components.
The location requirements are shown in the table and graphbelow and figure 5.
Minimum

Maximum

3’-7 9⁄16”(111 cm)

9’-1 9⁄16”(278 cm)

B: Frame front face to outside
wall

-

17’4”
(528 cm)

C: Frame front face to inside
wall

16”
(40.6 cm)-

D: Vertical pipe run between
vent adapter and elbow

6”(15.2 cm)

6’(183 cm)-

16’(488 cm)with noelbow inhorizontalrun

A: From floor to top of vent duct

E: Horizontal pipe run (including
terminal pipe) from elbow

F: Clearance to combustible
materials above horizontal
pipe run inside building(Outside wall shields/
thimbles)5”(12.7 cm)

G: Clearance to combustible
materials below horizontal
pipe run

1-5⁄16”(3.3 cm)

H: Clearance to combustible
materials all round verticalpipe run and at sides ofhorizontal pipe run

F

G
H
D

C
B

Figure 565ALLOWED VENT PIPECOMBINATIONS

-

-

4

VerticalRise (Ft) 3(D in
Fig. 5)

Example a2

2”(5.1 cm)

Example b-

For installations with a horizontal rear termination, thecombination of horizontal and vertical vent pipes must
be within the allowed area shown in Graph 1. A minimum
vertical pipe run of 6” is necessary.

FORBIDDEN VENT PIPECOMBINATIONS

1

0Graph 1

Example a: If a vertical rise of 2’3” is required, the horizontal
run must not be more than 11’6”.
Example b: If a horizontal run of 3’6” is required, the verticalrun must be at least 1’3”.

!

14” (36 cm) max.
combustible wallA

The horizontal vent pipe run may be redirected by using
elbows up to a total of 180° but the maximum horizontalrun (E in figure 5 & graph 1) is reduced by 18” for every
45°. For example, if two 90° elbows are used as infigure 5a, the maximum horizontal run is reduced by 3’
per elbow—total reduction = 6’.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Maximum Horizontal Run (Ft) (E in Fig. 5)

Max. Horizontal run (A + B + C)
reduced by 3’ per elbow
C
B
A

Figure 5a11Location
Horizontal Side Termination
See figures 5 & 6.
The vent pipe dimensional requirements in section
Horizontal Rear Termination apply.
The minimum floor location is shown in figure 6.
Can be used with either #551DVK standard vent kit
or another terminal cap and accessories. Adapter#817VAK, one 90° vent elbow and pipe lengths will
be required. See venting accessories list on pages
36–37 for allowable components.

6-1/8” (156 mm)min.
to hole center
16-1/2”(42 cm)min.
14” (36 cm)
max.
combustible
wall

Figure 6

Horizontal Side or Rear Snorkel
Termination

45-7/8” (117 cm) min.
1-1/2” (38 mm) min.
clearance

The vent pipe dimensional requirements in sections
Horizontal Rear Termination and Horizontal Side
Termination apply.
Adapter #817VAK, one 90° vent elbow, a snorkel
termination and pipe lengths will be required. A
thimble kit may also be necessary. See venting
accessories list on pages 36–37 for allowablecomponents.

10-7/8”(276 mm)
min.

-3

64
16

”(

/8

1-1/2” (38 mm) min.
clearance

.

in

)m

12

cm

See figures 5 & 7.
The vent pipe dimensional requirements in section
Horizontal Rear Termination apply.
The minimum corner location is shown in figure 7.
Can be used with either #551DVK standard vent kit
or another terminal cap and accessories. Adapter#817VAK, one 90° vent elbow and pipe lengths will
be required. See venting accessories list on pages
36–37 for allowable components.

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Horizontal Termination, Corner Location,
45° Pipe Run

Figure 7

14” (36 cm) max.
combustiblewall

45-7/8”(117 cm)min.

Location
Through the Roof Termination*
See figure 8.
Adapter #817VAK, pipe lengths, a vertical vent terminal
and roof flashing will be required. Various other ceiling or
roof items may be necessary depending on the particularinstallation. See venting accessories list on pages 36–37 forallowable components.

Offset and Through the Roof Termination*
See figure 9.
For situations where offset is necessary in an attic to avoid
obstructions or allow useful space.
Adapter #817VAK, two 45° vent elbows, wall straps, pipe
lengths, a vertical vent terminal and roof flashing will
be required. Various other ceiling or roof items may benecessary depending on the particular installation. See
venting accessories list on pages 36–37 for allowablecomponents.
*Note
1. The distance from the roof to the lowest terminal
discharge opening depends on the roof pitch and must
be in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
supplied with the termination unit.
2. The venting system for these appliances is considered
to be a Special Venting System. The rule in the Natural
Gas and Propane Installation Code CAN/CGA-B149
requiring a minimum vent height of 2’ above any portionof a building within 10’ does not, therefore, apply. See
figure 9a.

5-9/16” (142 mm)min.
from hole
centerto backwall
40’ (12.2 m) max.
10’ (3.05 m) min.

2” (51 mm) min.
clearance to
combustible
materials
all round16”(41 cm)min.
Figure 8
Overhang should
not extend beyond
vent if within 48” oftermination cap

Horizontal
overhang
Terminationcap
Vertical
wall

Min.
18”

Min. 24”(unvented soffit)
Min. 36”(vented soffit)

Stormcollar‘H’

4’6” (1.37 m)
max.

2” (51 mm) min.
clearance to
combustible
materials
all roundRoofflashing

40’ (12.2 m) max.
12’ (3.66 m) min.

Plumber’s tape
fixed to wall strap

Wall strap
Offset elbows
Roof Pitch

Ceiling
firestop16”(41 cm)min.
Figure 9

Ceiling
support

Minimum‘H’ (feet)
Flat to 7/12
1’Over 7/12 to 8/12
1.5’
Over 8/12 to 9/12
2’
Over 9/12 to 10/12
2.5’
Over 10/12 to 11/12
3.25’
Over 11/12 to 12/12
4’
Over 12/12 to 14/12
5’

Figure 9a

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Recessed Insert Applications
Outlet Conversion to Co-Linear Liners
using Valor #556CLA Co-Linear
Adapter.

3” min.
bend radius

2 x 3”
liners(Generic co-axial to co-linear adapter
boxes may also be used as an alternate to
the 556CLA).
Only for use when retrofitting a solid-fuel burning
fireplace and chimney.
The appliance must not be connected to achimney flue serving a separate solid-fuel burning
appliance.
Requires #556CLA Co-Axial to Co-Linear
Appliance Adapter (or, alternatively, a genericadapter), two lengths of 3” dia. flexible chimney
liner, co-linear termination kit and flashing andeither high wind vertical vent terminal cap or a low
profile vertical termination. Zero Clearance standoffs and shields supplied with the heater are notrequired for this application.

Co-linear
adapter

18” max.
horizontal run
at applianceFlashing

Approved co-linear
termination or approved
co-linear adapter
and approved
co-axial
termination

Co-linear
adapter

535
engine2 x 3”
linersCo-Linear installation into existing F/P
556CLA2 x 3” Liners
10”

10”

556CLA Kit

556CLA
Top Mounted

7-5/8” dia.
collar3” Inlet & Exhaust
Collars

559CLT Co-Linear Terminal

559FSK Flashing Kit

Alternate to 559CLT/559FSK Conversion
Co-Linear to Co-Axial
Adapter

Co-Axial to Co-Linear Adapter(alternate to#556CLA)

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Flashing
Terminal Cap

Horizontal Termination Locations
Vent Location
•
•
•
•
•
•

The vent terminal must be located on an outside wall or through the roof.
This direct vent appliance is designed to operate when an undisturbed airflow hits the outside vent terminal from any
direction.
The minimum clearances from this terminal that must be maintained when located on an outside wall are shown infigure below. Any reduction in these clearances could result in a disruption of the airflow or a safety hazard. Local
codes or regulations may require greater clearances.
The vent terminal must not be recessed into a wall or siding.
The vent terminal should be positioned where any snowdrifts will not cover it.
Sidewall vent terminations within 7’ of grade require a terminal guard when used with a 551DVK.

Min. 72”

Max. 72”

G

V

A

Alcove detail(open on oneside) Normal
ceiling/soffit
clearances
apply.

Figure 10

KEY

VENT TERMINAL LOCATIONS - MINIMUM DISTANCES

A
B
C
D

Clearance above grade, verandah, porch, deck or balcony
Clearance to window or door that may be opened
Clearance to permanently closed window (recommended to prevent condensation on window)
Vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal within a horizontal distance of
2 feet (60 cm) from the center-line of the terminal
Clearance to unventilated soffit
Clearance to outside corner
Clearance to inside corner
Horizontal clearance to center-line of meter/regulator assembly located within 15 feet (4,6 m)
below the terminal
Clearance to service regulator vent outlet
Clearance to non-mechanical air supply inlet to the building or the combustion air inlet to any
other appliance
Clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet
Clearance above paved sidewalk or a paved driveway located on public property
Note: A vent must not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved driveway, which is locatedbetween two single-family dwellings and serves both dwellings
Clearance under a verandah, porch, deck or balcony
Only permitted if veranda, porch, deck or balcony is fully open on a minimum of 2 sides
beneath the floor

E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L

M
Note:

MINIMUM
CLEARANCE
Inches
Cm
12
30
12
30
12
30
18
46
12
12
12
36

30
30
30
90

36
12

90
30

72
84

180
210

12

30

Local codes and regulations may require different clearances.

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Supply Gas
Heater engine unit #535XAN is used with all natural gas installations.
Heater engine unit #535XAP is used with all propane gas installations.
The supply pressure must be between the limits shown in the section Specifications of this manual.
The supply connection is ⅜” NPT.
The opening for the gas supply line is at the rear left corner of the appliance.

Pack Contents
See figure 11#535XAN or #535XAP Engine Unit
1
1
6
1
2
1
2
1
2
2
1
1
1
2
4
2
3
6
2
4
1

Appliance engine unit fitted with window
Ceramic ash bed
Ceramic logs
Firebox ceramic rear wall
Firebox ceramic sidewalls
Port cover
Frame side fixing brackets
Ash bed rear support
Restrictor plates for horizontal termination
Restrictor plates for vertical termination
Gas inlet pipe connection adapter
Top heat shield panel
Frame top support angle
Stand-off brackets
Screws for frame side fixing brackets
Screws for top heat shield panel
Screws for frame top support angle
Screws for stand-off brackets
Screws for vent fixing
Wood screws for fixing appliance to studding
Deluxe remote control#601SFB Standard Metal Front (alternative)
1
1
2
2
2
2

Upper louver unit
Lower louver unit
Side channels
Hinge studs
Hinge spacers
Magnet counter plates#551DVK Standard Horizontal Through-theWall Vent Kit (alternative to other kit)
1 Vent pipe & terminal unit
2 Wall plates
2 Wall shields (supplied flat)
12 Thread cutting screws
1 Styrofoam cutting support
8 Wood screws
8 Wall plugs#755CFK Circulating Fan Kit (additional option)
Details are with the kit.

#603FSK Black or #604FSK Champagne
Three-Sided Trims (additional option)
1 Top trim
2 Side trims
2 Trim fixing brackets
2 Corner connection plates
8 Grub screws for corner connections
10 Screws for side trims & engine attachment#605FSK Black or #606FSK Champagne FourSided Trims (additional option)
2 Top & bottom trims
2 Side trims
2 Trim fixing brackets
4 Corner connection plates
16 Grub screws for corner connections
10 Screws for side trims & engine attachment#602CFB Cast Iron Front (alternative)
1
1

Top casting unit
Bottom casting unit

Take care when removing the contents from the packaging to prevent damage. Check that all the contents are in thepacks and are undamaged.

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Pack Contents
Figure 11 Pack contents
Frame Side
Fixing Brackets

Appliance Engine

Ceramic Walls

Ceramic Logs

Gas Inlet
AdaptorPort Cover
Ash BedSupportTop Heat Shield Panel

Stand-off
Brackets

Frame Top
Support Angle
Type “A”

Screw
Pack

Type “C”

535XAN/XAP Engine Pack

Type “B”

Restrictor PlatesSide Channels
Upper
LouverTop Casting

Styrofoam Support

8 Wall Plugs
8 Wood Screws

HingeSpacers
Lower
LouverMagnetCounterplates
Hinge
Studs

Bottom Casting

601SFB

Vent Pipe& Terminal
12 Thread-cutting
ScrewsTop Trim

602CFB

Wall Shields

551DVKTop Trim

Side Trims
Screw
Pack

Wall PlatesSide Trims
Trim
FixingBrackets
Screw
Pack

CornerConnection
Plates605FSK & 606FSKTrim
FixingBrackets
CornerConnection
Plates603FSK & 604FSK

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Appliance Preparation
Window Removal
See figure 12.
1. Turn the top two spring-loaded window bolts through 90°
to release the window from the firebox.
2. Remove the bottom two spring-loaded window bolts.
3. Detach the chain from the top right corner of the window.
4. Carefully lift the window away. Keep the window andbolts in a safe place.

Ignition Spark CheckSee figure 13.
The pilot burner and electrode unit are at the left end of theburner.
Push-in the lighting knob and turn counterclockwise throughthe “IGN” position to “PILOT”. A spark should flash acrossfrom the pilot electrode to the pilot shield.
Figure 12

Figure 13 Ignition spark check#817VAK Pipe Adapter Fitting
See figure 14.
1. Fit the adapter #817VAK over the appliance vent collars
pushing on firmly.
2. For rear vent outlet connection, align the adapter so thatthe seam on horizontal pipes is not at the bottom—checkby temporarily fitting a pipe.
3. Drill through the adapter outer tube and appliance outercollar for #6 screws. Make sure that the drill does not
penetrate the inner tubes.
4. Secure the adapter to the outer collar with two #6 threadcutting screws supplied.
Figure 1418

Appliance Preparation
Co-Linear Conversion
For installation into solid-fuel burning fireplaces and chimneys ONLY.

Generic Adapter Box

3” Inlet

1. Fit the adapter #817VAK over the appliance vent collars pushing on firmly. See figure13.
2. Fit and fully twist-lock the co-axial-to-co-linear adapter to the #817VAK adapter.
3. Keeping the connector and adapter fully twist-locked, rotate them so that theconnector is parallel to the rear of the appliance. See figure 14a.
4. Drill through the adapter outer tube and appliance outer collar for #6 screws. Make
sure the drill does not penetrate the inner tubes.
5. Secure the adapter to the outer collar with two #6 thread cutting screws supplied.
See figure 14.

817VAK

3” Exhaust

Figure 14a

Valor #556CLA Co-Linear Adapter(Note: Instructions may vary as #556CLA may be installed on top or back of heater
depending on heater model.)See Figure 14b.
1. Remove blank plate and gasket to gain access to exhaust spigot. Retain plate andgood gaskets for re-use later.
2. Remove existing outer intake plate. Retain good gasket only for re-use.
3. Remove existing exhaust spigot—gasket below should remain on heater.
4. Install new co-linear exhaust spigot re-using existing screws. Ensure all screws arereinstalled tightly.
5. Install new co-linear outer plate (note: up/down front/back orientation on drawing)
re-using existing good gaskets and screws. Use 6 additional screws supplied to sealouter plate to gasketed flange of exhaust spigot.
6. Refit the blank plate.

Exhaustcollar5This is the front edge
when installingas top outlet

4

2
3

Gaskets1
Re-use gaskets
if in goodcondition.
If not, clean
and usesupplied gaskets.

6

Figure 14b

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Appliance Preparation
Top Heat Shield & Stand-offs Fitting
See figures 15 & 16.
1. Remove the screws at the top rear corner of the casesides.
2. Locate the heat shield over the vent pipe adapter.
3. Support the front of the shield on the two angle supports.
4. Secure the shield to the case sides by refitting the twoscrews at the top rear corners and by two screws fromthe pack fitted near the front.
5. Bend the two top rear stand-offs and fit to the heat shieldwith three screws each. See figure 16.

Shield to reston 2 supports

Push shie
forwardld

NOTE: Zero clearance stand-offs and shield supplied withthe heater are not required for the co-linear application.

Support Angles Fitting
See figure 17.
The distance from the wall angles to the front face of theheater case is adjustable between 3/8” (10 mm) and 1-3/16”(30 mm) to allow for a range of wall finish material thickness(e.g. tile, etc.).
1. Fit the top angle support to the case top with threescrews.
2. Fit the two side angle supports with two screws each. Fit
the screws from inside the heater case.

Figure 15 Heat shield(shown for top vent outlet)

Wall finish material
thickness (tile, etc.)
3/8” - 1-3/16”(10-30 mm)

Fit screws
from insidecase

Figure 16 Top & rear stand-offs
Figure 17 Support angles

20Appliance Preparation
Attaching Air Restrictors
There are two types of restrictor supplied with each #535
engine unit. One type is for installations with horizontal
vent termination and the other is for installations withthrough-the-roof termination—see figure 18.
The restrictors cover part of the openings in the firebox
rear wall ports. See figure 19.

4-5/16”(110 mm)

To fit the restrictors, remove the center screws from therear ports and fit the restrictors using these screws.
To set the restrictors at maximum port opening, slacken
the bottom screws in the ports, slide the restrictors
down as far as possible and tighten the screws over the
restrictors.
To set the restrictors at minimum port opening, slide therestrictors up as far as possible and tighten the screws.
Installations with Horizontal Termination
Do not fit restrictors if the vertical rise is less than 3 feet.
Do not fit restrictors if the horizontal run is more than 4
feet.
For installations with a horizontal run of 4 feet or less andhaving a vertical rise of 3 feet or more, fit the restrictors at
maximum port opening—see graph 2.
On a 535, the horizontal vent termination type restrictors
are never set at any position except maximum port
opening.

No indent

Identification
Indent4-9/16”(116 mm)

For Horizontal For Through the Roofvent termination
vent termination

Figure 18 Restrictor identification

Maximum
opening

Minimum
opening

Figure 19 Restrictor locations
6

Installations with Through-the-roof Termination
For vent heights up to 20 feet. Fit the restrictors at
maximum port opening position.
For vent height above 20 feet. Fit the restrictors at
minimum port opening position.

5

Restrictors
to be fitted

4

VerticalRise (Ft) 3(D in
Fig. 5)

No restrictors to be fitted

2

1

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Horizontal Run (Ft) (E in Fig. 5)

Graph 221

Appliance Preparation
Attaching Rear Ceramic Support
See figure 20.
Fit the rear ceramic support to the firebox back panel withthree screws.

Attaching Appliance to the Framing
See figure 21.
1. Place the heater in position in the framing.
2. Secure the side support angles to the side studding
through two holes each side with the woodscrews
supplied. The top support angle should abut the cement
board but is not fixed to the framing.
3. Check the wall finish requirements with the homeowner.
If necessary, adjust the position of the heater so that the
distance from the front of the heater case to the angles issuitable for the thickness of the wall finish (e.g. tile, etc.).

Figure 20 Rear ceramic support

Top angle
adjustment
from backof angle

Side angle
adjustment
from insidefireboxFigure 21 Adjustment for wall finish

22

Adjustable for wall finish
material thickness
between 3/8” and 1-3/16“(10 mm and 30 mm)

Installations with Horizontal Termination—Installing to Wall
Important Installer Notice – Weather Sealing & Vapor Barriers
It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure that vent installations through exterior walls arecaulked and weatherproofed in such a manner as to:•Prevent rain water from entering the wall from the weather side by adequately caulking theouter vent plate to the exterior wall surface.
• Prevent moisture inside the home from penetrating into the wall structure by ensuring theinside wall plate is adequately sealed to the inside vapor barrier.
• Prevent rain water and moisture from entering the walls by sealing the joints between theouter vent tube and the inner and outer wall plates.
We recommend the use of a high quality polyurethane sealant.
See Location section for full range of horizontal termination
applications.

10” (254 mm)
Align thevent center
to the centerof the frame

Wall Opening••

Fit all the required pipes and elbows up to the wall to checkthe wall opening position. See the manufacturer’s instructions
supplied with the venting sections.
Make wall opening.
If the wall is constructed of solid non-combustible materials andhas no combustible surface cladding (including wood) inside oroutside, the wall plates or thimbles will not be required.
If the wall has combustible material, mark the wall for a 10” x
10” square. If the wall is totally non-combustible (e.g. masonry
block or concrete), mark for a 7” circular hole. In both cases,
the center of the hole should line up with the center line of thehorizontal vent.

10” (254 mm)

Square opening

Bend
this tabtowards
wall

Valor Terminal #551DVK—Preparing Wall Plates
The wall plates are not used for 7” hole in non-combustible walls.
1. Bend the wall shields and screw to the inside of the wall plateswith 6 thread-cutting screws per plate. See figure 22.
2. Bend the inner wall plate tab as shown in figure 23 so that theseam on the terminal tube will pass clearly through the platewith the wall shield at the top. Place the inner wall plate over
the terminal unit.
3. Slide the appliance/terminal into the wall. Make sure that thedrain hole is at the bottom—the seam will be through the notchin the wall plates. See figure 24.
4. Slide the inner wall plate up to the wall. Mark the four holes forthe wall screws. Slide the plate away.
5. Drill and plug the wall.
6. Screw the plate to the wall with four screws provided.
7. Bend the outer wall plate tab as shown in figure 23.
8. Place the outer wall plate over the terminal unit. Slide the wall
plate up to the wall. Mark the four holes for the wall screws.
Slide the plate away.
9. Drill and plug the wall.
10. Screw the plate to the wall with four screws provided. See
figure 24.

Ins

ide

Wa
ll

Pla
te

Bend
this tabtowards
wall
ll
Wa
ide

te
Pla

ts

Ou

Figure 23
Figure 22
10”

10”

13”
Drain hole

12-1/4”

Figure 2423

Installations with Horizontal Termination—Installing to Wall
Terminals—Installing to Wall

5”

This piece may be cut to lengthMax. is 26”

Unless the wall is totally non-combustible, fit wall
thimbles. Install as detailed in the manufacturer’s
instructions supplied with the pipes.
Sidewall vent terminations within 7’ of grade
require a terminal guard when used with a
551DVK.

Drain hole

Figure 25a

4”

-1/

8”

16-3/4”13

Figure 25b Terminal Guard

24

Figure 25c Terminal

Installations with Vertical Termination—Through the RoofAll Co-Axial Vent Installations
•
•

•
•
•

•

•

•
•
•

Check the roof pitch to determine which roof flashing will be needed.
See venting accessories list on pages 36–37 for allowable components.
The distance from the roof to the lowest terminal discharge opening(“H” in figure 27) depends on the roof pitch and must be in accordancewith the manufacturer’s instructions supplied with the termination unit.
Note: The venting system for these appliances is considered to be aSpecial Venting System. The rule in the Installation Code requiring
a minimum vent height of 2’ above any portion of a building within 10’
does not therefore apply.
The minimum clearances to combustible materials all round the ventpipes must be in accordance with the dimensions shown in the Location
section of this manual.
Drop a plumb from the ceiling to the center of the appliance ventopening. Mark the position on the ceiling. Drill a small hole at themarked position.
Determine the position where the vent will pass through the roof. If
directly above the position where it penetrates the ceiling, drop a plumbfrom the roof to the small hole in the ceiling and mark the roof at thisspot.
If rafters or other obstructions will prevent a vertical exit or if clear attic
space is desired, the roof outlet can be offset using 45° elbows. See
figure 26.
Drill a small hole at the marked position.
A ceiling firestop must be installed at the second floor and higher floors.
A ceiling support should be used below the flat ceiling.
To install the firestop and support, cut and frame a 10” (254 mm)
square hole centered on the small hole previously drilled. See figure 27.
Fit vent accessory elbows and pipe lengths as required up
through ceiling support boxes and firestops.
JoistsIf installation includes offset, support the offsetting pipes every
3’ (1 m) with wall straps. See figure 26.
Cut a hole in the roof centered on the small hole. The holemust allow for the minimum clearances to combustible
materials. See Location section in this manual.
(2 1
54 0”
m
m
Fit pipe lengths through the roof. Fit roof flashing securing it)with roofing nails.
Fit storm collar and termination cap.

Overhang should
not extend beyond
vent if within 48” oftermination cap

Horizontal
overhang
Terminationcap
Vertical
wall

Min.
18”

Min. 24”(unvented soffit)
Min. 36”(vented soffit)

Stormcollar‘H’
Roofflashing
Plumber’s tape
fixed to wall strap

Wall strap
Offset elbows
Roof Pitch

Ceiling
firestop

Ceiling
supportFlat to 7/12
Over 7/12 to 8/12
Over 8/12 to 9/12
Over 9/12 to 10/12
Over 10/12 to 11/12
Over 11/12 to 12/12
Over 12/12 to 14/12

Minimum‘H’ (feet)
1’
1.5’
2’
2.5’
3.25’
4’
5’

Figure 26 Through the roof installation

”

10

)

m

4m

(25

Figure 27 Firestop hole

Co-Linear Vent Installations
•
•
•
•
•
•

The chimney and fireplace opening sizes are shown in Dimensions and Location
sections of this manual.
Place the appliance (fitted with the co-linear adapter) near the fireplace opening but
allow space for manipulating the chimney liners on to the appliance.
Drop the 3” dia. flexible liners into the chimney from outside.
Fit the liners to the co-linear adapter paying attention to inlet and exhaust and movethe appliance to its proper position. Be aware of the minimum liver bend radius andmaximum liner horizontal run shown on page 14 of this manual.
Fit the termination kit and flashing to the exterior of the chimney.
Secure the appliance to the floor or wall if necessary.

2 x 3”
Liners25

Remote Control Installation
Caution! Don’t connect the batteries to the remote control receiver until the wires areconnected to the burner control unit, as short circuit could result in destruction of theelectrical components.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

Connect the wiring harness to the receiver box by pushing the wire connector on to the receiver circuit board. The plug
will only go on one way so please ensure that the wires are pointing up and slot in the board is in line with the tab on
the wiring harness plug.
Connect wires “A” (with the “L” terminals) to the connectors “B” on the control valve as shown below.
Please note that the “L” connectors are different sizes; the smaller one fits to the lower connection on the valve.
Connect the wires “C” to the connectors “D” on the control valve. (Either wire can be fitted to either connector).
Remove the remote control receiver lid.
Fit four 1.5V batteries.
Place the remote control receiver on the Velcropad.
Fit the 9V battery to the handset transmitter.

Remote control operating instructions are on
pages 33–34 of this manual and are supplied withthe remote control kit.

B
Figure 28 Valve connections

ReceiverCable
Sensor Opening

LED (green)

Figure 29

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C

A

D

Gas Supply Installation
•

•
•
•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•

•

The gas supply pipe should enter the appliance case through the opening at the rear left side. The supply pipe should
be connected to the appliance gas inlet pipe situated at the left side of the control valve. Supply line connection to theinlet pipe is 3/8” NPT ( female).
If the circulating fan is to be installed, be aware that the supply pipe run inside the case should be at the sameheight as the appliance inlet pipe in order to clear the fan. If intending to fit an internal isolating valve, checkthat it will be clear of the fan.
Use only new black iron or steel pipes or copper tubing if acceptable—check local codes. Note that in USA, copper
tubing must be internally tinned for protection against sulfur compounds.
Unions in gas lines should be of ground joint type.
The gas supply line must be sized and installed to provide a supply of gas sufficient to meet the maximum demand of
the appliance without undue loss of pressure.
Sealant used must be resistant to the action of all gas constituents including LP gas. Sealant should be applied lightly
to male threads to ensure excess sealant does not enter gas lines.
The supply line should include a manual shut-off valve to allow the appliance to be disconnected for servicing.
A plugged 1/8” NPT tapping must be installed in the line. The tapping must be accessible for test gauge connection
and be immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the appliance.
Pressure test the supply line for leaks.
»» The appliance and its individual shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5kPa).
»» The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut-off valve
during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig
(3.5kPa).
»» Failure to either disconnect or isolate the appliance during pressure testing may result in regulator or valve
damage. Consult your dealer in this case.
The minimum supply pressure is given in the Specifications sectionof this manual.
All piping and connections must be tested for leaks after installationor servicing. All leaks must be corrected immediately.
When testing for leaks:»» Make sure that the appliance is turned off.
»» Open the manual shut-off valve.
»» Test for leaks by applying a liquid detergent or soap solution to
all joints. Bubbles forming indicate a gas leak. Never use an
open flame to check for leaks.
»» Correct any leak detected immediately.
The pressure test tapping locations are shown in figure 30. A built-in
non-adjustable regulator controls the burner manifold pressure. The
correct pressure range is shown in the table in Specifications sectionof this manual. The pressure check should be made with the burner
Figure 30 Pressure test tappings
alight and at its highest setting. See Lighting Instructions section for
full operating details.

Aeration Setting Check
The air shutter is factory set at an aeration gap that will give optimum performancefor the vast majority of installations. However, in a few unusual installations,performance may be improved by adjusting the aeration. The need for adjustment
should be determined by operating the appliance with the ceramic fuel effects
and window installed. See the Final Checks section in this manual for adjustment
details.
Adjust the aeration by slackening the aeration plate screw and sliding the plate. In
an extreme circumstance, the plate can be totally removed. See figure 31.
Figure 31 Aeration setting

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Ceramic Fuel Bed Installation
Ceramic Walls Installation
1. Locate the ceramic rear wallin the channel at back of thefirebox and flat against theback of the firebox. See figure32.
2. Locate the sidewalls against
the sides of the firebox. Make
sure that they are behind theraised edges of the burner
module base at the backcorners. See figure 33.
3. Remove two screws fromunder the top front of thefirebox. Using these screws fit
the port cover. See figure 34.

Figure 32 Rear wall

Figure 33 Side walls

Figure 34 Port cover

Ceramic Logs Installation
1. Place the ash bed in position.
The projections at the frontof the ash bed locate against
the sloping metal stops
immediately behind the burner.
See figure 35.
2. Place the rear log in position
locating the two pins in the topof the wedge into the holes in
the rear log. See figure 36.
3. Place the front log at the frontof the firebox. See figure 37.
4. Place the right side center log
in position locating it on the two
locating pins on the left handside of the ash bed with its“nose” resting at the center of
the ash bed. See figure 38.
5. Place the right side center log
in position locating it on thetwo pins on the right hand sideof the ash bed with its “nose”
resting at the center of the ash
bed. See figure 39.
6. Place the “branch end” of thecross log on the pin located on
the center of the rear log andthe other end in the locating
pocket on the left side of thefront log. See figure 40.

Figure 37 Front log

Figure 38 Left center log
Figure 35 Ash bed

Figure 36 Rear log

Figure 39 Right center log

Figure 40 Cross log

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Window Refitting & Checking
1. Refit the window with the bottom two bolts. The bolts
should be screwed in securely.
2. Refit the chain to the top right corner of the window.
3. Refit the top two bolts securing by turning them through90°.
4. Pull the top of the window forward and release to checkthat it opens slightly and returns confirming the goodfunction of the spring-loaded mechanism. See figure 41.
5. Similarly check the bottom of the window by pulling it
forward and releasing. See figure 41.

Figure 41

Operation Checks
Check ignition, pilot stability, burner flames, and the full range of the thermostat using the rotary switch inside theappliance and the remote control hand unit. See Lighting Instructions further on in this manual for full details.

Aeration adjustment
As described on page 27, burner aeration is adjustable. For the vast majority of installations, no adjustment will benecessary. However, in a very few instances, performance may be improved by adjusting the aeration by sliding the
shutter. See figure 31 on page 27. Evaluate the aeration only after the unit has warmed up—approximately 15 minutes.
Increasing aeration will cause the flame to appear more transparent and blue making the ceramic fuel effects glow more.
Decreasing aeration will cause the flames to appear more yellow or orange making the fuel effects glow less.
Too little aeration may result in black carbon forming and dropping into the firebox.

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Front Installation#601SFB Standard Metal Front
1. Fit the lower louver unit using the hinge studs and hinge spacers as shownin figure 42.
2. Fix the two adhesive backed magnet counter plates to the tabs at the firebox
sides, which line up with the magnets on the lower louver. See figure 42.
3. Fit the two side channels by hooking into the openings at the sides of thefirebox. See figure 43.
4. Attach the upper louver by hooking over the tabs near the top of the firebox
sides. See figure 44.
SpacerMagnetcounterplate
Figure 43 Side channel

Hinge stud

Figure 42 Lower louver & magnet counter plate
Figure 44 Upper louver#602CFB Cast Iron Front
1. Attach the bottom casting unit byhooking it over the lower tabs at thefirebox sides. See figure 45.
2. Attach the top casting unit by hooking itover the four tabs at the firebox sides.
See figure 46.

Figure 45 Bottom casting

Additional Optional 3 or 4-Sided
Trims
1. Slide a corner connection plate into thechannels in the top trim and a side trim.
Butt the two trims together. Fit four grubscrews and tighten to secure the trims
and corner plate. See figure 47.
2. Repeat for the other corner(s).
3. Attach the two trim fixing brackets to theside trims with three screws each side.
The brackets must butt up to the edgesof the corner connection plates. See
figure 48.
4. Attach the complete trim unit to thefirebox with four screws. See figure 49.

Figure 46 Top casting

Figure 47 Trims & corner plate

Bracket to butt up
to edge of corner
plate

Figure 48 Trim bracket attachment

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Figure 49 Trim installation

Owner’s Information
Operating Your Fireplace
For your safety, this appliance is fitted with a flame supervision device which will shut-off the gas supply if, for any reason,
the pilot flame goes out. This device incorporates a fixed probe, which senses the heat from the pilot flame. If the probe
is cool, the device will prevent any gas flow unless the burner control knob is kept pushed in at the PILOT position. See
Lighting Instructions on page 35 of this manual.

Cleaning
It will be necessary to clean the glass periodically. During startup, condensation, which is normal, forms on the inside of
the glass and causes dust and lint to cling to the glass surface. Initially, paint, while curing, may deposit a slight film on theglass. We therefore recommend that, during the first few weeks of use, the glass be cleaned two or three times with nonabrasive common household cleaners (such as dish soap) and warm water. Ammonia based cleaners should NOT be
used. Subsequently, the glass should be cleaned two or three times a season depending on the circumstances. Do notclean the glass while it is hot. Always securely replace the window before lighting.
If broken, the glass pane may only be replaced as a complete window unit as supplied by the manufacturer.

To Clean the Inside of the Glass
Louver Front:• Lift and unhook the top louver. See figure 50.
• Lift and unhook the two side channels. See figure 51.
• Open the bottom louver—it does not need to be removed.
Cast Iron Front:• Lift up and unhook the upper casting. The bottom casting Figure 50 Louver removal
does not need to be removed. See figure 52.
Push in the two spring-loaded bolts at the top of the window
and make a quarter turn so that the slots in the bolt heads arehorizontal. This will release the top of the window.
Swing the top of the window open as far as the chain will allow.
The window should be open enough to let you clean the insideof the glass. See figure 53.
To reinstall the window, proceed in the reverse order. Then,pull the top of the window forward and release to check that it
opens slightly and returns confirming the good function of thespring-loaded mechanism. Similarly check the bottom of thewindow.

Figure 51 Side channels
removalFigure 52 Cast top front
removal

Always securely fasten the window before lighting.

To Clean the Ceramic Fuel Effects, Firebox Walls & Burner
Dust can be brushed from the ceramic logs and firebox walls after removing the front unit and opening the window. Dust
can also be removed from the burner using a soft brush after removing the ceramic logs. When cleaning, make sure thatno particles are brushed into the slots of the burner.
Louver Front:• Lift and unhook the top louver. See figure 50.
• Open the bottom louver—it does not need to be removed.
Cast Iron Front:• Lift up and unhook the upper casting. See figure 52• Lift up and unhook the bottom casting.

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Owner’s Information
Push in the two spring-loaded bolts at the top of the window and makea quarter turn so that the slots in the bolt heads are horizontal. This will
release the top of the window.
Remove the bottom two spring-loaded window bolts. Detach the chain
from the top right corner of the window. See figure 53. Carefully lift thewindow away. Keep the window and bolts in a safe place.
Always completely remove the window before removing the ceramicfuel effects.
When cleaning, make sure that no particles are brushed into theslots in the burner.
To reinstall the window, proceed in the reverse order. Then, pull the top of
the window forward and release to check that it opens slightly and returns
confirming the good function of the spring-loaded mechanism. Similarly
check the bottom of the window. See figure 41.
Always securely replace and fasten the window before lighting.

Figure 53 Window opening & removal

Checks••••A periodic check of the pilot and burner flames should
be made. Check after the fire has been on for at least
30 minutes. The pilot flame must cover the tip of thethermocouple probe. The main burner flame pattern willvary from appliance to appliance depending on the typeof installation and climatic conditions. See figures 54
and 55.
The appliance area must always be kept clear andfree from combustible materials, gasoline and otherflammable vapors and liquids.
Inspect the vent terminal outdoors regularly to makesure that dirt, snow, insects, leaves, trees, etc. do not
obstruct it.
Examine the whole vent system regularly. We
recommend annually.

Performance of LPG
appliances may
be affected by thequality of commercial
gas supplied in yourarea.

Batteries
All appliances use four 1.5V AA batteries for remote control
receiver and the handset uses a 9V battery.
Receiver batteries are accessible by opening the bottom
access panel and removing the lid of the remote control
receiver.
Batteries should last one to two seasons, depending on
usage. Removing batteries in the off season will extend
battery life.

ServicingIf you require any attention to your appliance, contact yoursupplier quoting the model number. It will be helpful if theappliance serial number can also be quoted. This is on
the rating plate, which is on a chained plate accessible byopening the bottom access panel.
The repair parts are shown in the separate repair parts
leaflet. Please always quote part number and description
when requesting spare parts.

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Figure 55 Main flames

Thermocouple
probe must be
in flame

Figure 54 Pilot flame

Remote Control Operation
Your fireplace remote control helps you get the comfort, convenience and aesthetics you want from your gas
fireplace. The remote controls your fireplace in different ways.
IMPORTANT: BEFORE YOU BEGIN, please note that on this system, the settings of time, temperature andautomatic ON/OFF can only be programmed when the function display is flashing. Be patient when
programming as it can take a few seconds to set.

Setting the time
The first thing to do is to set the time.
1. With your thumb, hold down both the AUTO and TIMER buttons until F flashes.
Let go.
2. Note the digital clock on the bottom right hand corner. The ▲ button sets thehour; the ▼ button sets the minutes. Set the time.
Note: You must start setting the time while the F is flashing. If it stops flashing, goback to 1.
3. The display shows °C/24-hour or °F/12-hour. To change the temperature/hour
display, press on the AUTO button while the display flashes.
4. Let go and wait until the flashing stops. The remote shows the time you set. It
also shows the current temperature.

Setting the temperature
Use this setting when you come in and want to enjoy a specific temperature.
1. Push the AUTO button until a number and F flash. Let go.
2. While it is still flashing, push the ▲ and ▼ buttons to the temperature you want.
Let go.
Your fireplace will reach that temperature and the remote will check the temperature
every five minutes, adjusting the amount of fuel needed to give you a steady, even
heat.

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Remote Control Operation
Setting the flame
Use this setting when you want a particular flame level. For instance, you want towatch flames burn at their highest level and you don’t mind if the room is too hot.
1. To raise the flame, press and hold the ▲ button until the flame gets to the desired
level. Let go.
2. To lower the flame, press and hold the ▼ button until the flame gets to thedesired level. Let go.
The flame level will remain just as you set it.

Programming time and temperature
You can set your fireplace to come on before you wake up and turn off after you
leave and then, turn on again just before you come home and turn off after going tobed.
You can leave it like this for the heating season.
1. Decide what temperature you want your fireplace to be at. Also, decide what time
you want your fireplace to turn on and off. Finally, decide what time you want it tocome back on and off in the afternoon or evening. For the first few times you set
the timer, it’s handy to write these times down.
2. Set the temperature (just as you did in the section Setting the temperature.)
3. Press the TIMER button and hold it until P1 ☼ appears and flashes. Let go.
While flashing, push the buttons ▲ (hour) and ▼ (minutes) to set the time atwhich you want your fireplace to turn on in the morning.
4. Press the TIMER button and hold it until P1 ☽ appears and flashes. Let go. While
flashing, push the buttons ▲ (hour) and ▼ (minutes) to set the time at which you
want your fireplace to turn off when you leave.
5. Press the TIMER button and hold it until P2 ☼ appears and flashes. Let go.
While flashing, push the buttons ▲ (hour) and ▼ (minutes) to set the time atwhich you want your fireplace will turn back on in the afternoon.
6. Press the TIMER button and hold it until P2 ☽ appears and flashes. Let go. While
flashing, push the buttons ▲ (hour) and ▼ (minutes) to set the time at which you
want your fireplace to turn off in the evening.
7. That is all you have to do. Your fireplace will give you steady, even heat at thetemperatures and times you set.
Note: If you want to set your fireplace for only one time on and off, set P2 ☼ and P2☽ for the same times as P1 ☽. The remote will record the P1 ☽ off time for both P2times.
To temporarily override the timer setting, just press AUTO or ▲ and ▼ to go back tomanual settings. Press TIMER to go back to your settings.
When your remote control displays BATT, you need to replace the battery with a
new 9 volt alkaline battery—6LR61/MN1604.

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Lighting Instructions
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTINGWARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions

exactly. To save energy, turn the pilot off when not using the appliance.

B. BEFORE LIGHTING, smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor becausesome gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
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 a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the control knobs. Never use tools. If the controls will not push in or
turn by hand, don’t try to repair them; call a qualified service technician. Force or attempted repair may resultin a fire or explosion.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician
to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control, which has been
under water.

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. STOP! Read the safety information above.
2. Set the flame adjustment knob as far clockwise  as possible*.
3. Turn the gas control knob clockwise  to OFF.
NOTE: The knob cannot be turned from PILOT to OFF unless
Thermocouple
probe must be
in flame
it is pushed in partially. Do not force.
Flame
4. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas, then, smell for gas,
Adjustment
Knob
Gas
including near the floor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow
Control
Knob“B” in the safety information above. If you don’t smell gas,
go to the next step.
5. Find the pilot. It is at the left side of the firebox, viewed through slotted hole in front log.
6. Push in and turn the gas control knob counter clockwise  until resistance is felt just before the IGN
position.
7. Keep pushed in for a few seconds to allow gas to flow then, keeping knob depressed, turn to PILOT to lightpilot. Hold knob in for a further 5 seconds then release. The knob should pop back out. Pilot should remain
lit. If pilot goes out, repeat steps 3 through 7.
– If knob does not pop out when released, stop and immediately call your service technician or gas supplier.
– If pilot lights but will not stay lit after several tries, turn the gas control knob to OFF and call your service
technician or gas supplier.
8. When pilot is lit, partially depress the knob and turn to ON position (Burner alight).
Do not leave knob set between PILOT and ON.
9. Set the flame height to desired setting*.

TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
1. Set the flame adjustment knob as far clockwise  as possible*.
2. Push in the gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise  to OFF. Do not force.
* The flame height can be increased or decreased by depressing the remote control hand set button.

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Approved Venting Components
APPROVED DIRECT VENT SUPPLIERS FOR VALOR MODELS 530, 534, 535, AND MF28
MILES
INDUSTRIES

—

—

—

551DVK

4DT-HC

TM-4HT———

Deluxe Co-axial——

TM-4DHT———High Wind Co-axial

—

—

—

SV4CHC——

Horizontal
VerticalTermination Caps
Vent Adapters /Couplers

Standard Co-axial

46DVA-VC

4DT-VC

TM-4VT—

HSDV4658-1313—

High Wind Co-axial

46DVA-VCH——

SV4CGV——

Extended Co-axial

46DVA-VCE

—

—

—

—

—

Co-linear———

3PDVCVHS-C33U-99
HS-C33F-1313

559CLT

Snorkel, 14” Rise

46DVA-SNK14

4DT-ST14

TM-4ST14———

Snorkel, 36” Rise

46DVA-SNK36

4DT-ST36

TM-4ST36———

Universal Adapter 3”
Flex Coupler

2150

—

TM-CFAA3———

Co-linear Flex Connector

46DVA-ADF

—

—

—

—

—

Co-axial-to-Co-linear
Adapter

46DVA-GCL—

TM-4CAA——

556CLA

Co-linear-to-Co-axial
Adapter

46DVA-GK—

TM-4CTA———3” diameter

2280 Series

3” ACFL

AluminumFlexible
Liner
Adjustable Pipe Length4” x 6-5/8”
DV 45° Elbows
DV 90° Elbows

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SECUREVENT—

46DVA-HCICC EXCELDIRECT—

Standard Co-axial

SELKIRK

Co-axial Kit, 26” long

Venting Parts Description

SIMPSON
DURA-VENTRLH
INDUSTRIES

Venting Parts Code / availability by Manufacturer

4” to 10”1-1/2” to 6”
1-1/2” to 12”
1-1/2” 24”

GalvanizedBlack
GalvanizedBlack
GalvanizedBlack
Galvanized
Black

—

4DT-ADJ
4DT-ADJ(B)NOTE: 2-ply liner approved to CAN/ULC S635 suitable forventing gas appliances. As manufactured by Z-Flex.

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

SV4LA
SV4LBA

TC-4DLT

SV4LA12

TC-4DLTBSV4LBA12

Galvanized

46DVA-E45—

TE-4DE45—

Black

46DVA-E45B—

TE-4DE45B

SV4EBR45

Galvanized
Swivel

—4DT-EL45

Black Swivel—

4DT-EL45(B)Galvanized

46DVA-E90—

TE-4DE90—

Black

46DAV-E90B—

TE-4DE90B

SV4EBR90

Galvanized
Swivel

—4DT-EL90

Black Swivel—

4DT-EL90(B)——SV4E45

SV4LA24
SV4LBA24

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

SV4EB45—

SV4E90SV4EB90

Approved Venting Components

ICC EXCELDIRECT

SECURE
VENT

Pipes 4” x 6 5/8” ( ID x OD )6” long

46DVA-06

4DT-06

TC-4DL6

SV4L6

Black

46DVA-06B

4DT-06(B)TC-4DL6B

SV4LB69” long

Galvanized

46DVA-09

4DT-09Black

46DVA-09B

4DT-09(B)12” long

Galvanized

46DVA-12

4DT-12

TC-4DL1

SV4L12Black

46DVA-12B

4DT-12(B)TC-4DL1B

SV4LB1218” long

Galvanized

46DVA-18

4DT-18Black

46DVA-18B

4DT-18(B)24” long

Galvanized

46DVA-24

4DT-24TC-4DL2

SV4L24Black

46DVA-24B

4DT-24(B)TC-4DL2B

SV4LB24

36” long

Galvanized

46DVA-36

4DT-36Black

46DVA-36B

4DT-36(B)Flashings

—

—

—
—

—
—

SV4L36
SV4LB36

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

Galvanized

46DVA-48

4DT-48

TC-4DL4

SV4L48Black

46DVA-48B

4DT-48(B)TC-4DL4B

SV4LB48

Roof Flashing
0/12-6/12

46DVA-F6

4DT-AF6

TF-4FA

SV4FA

—

—

Roof Flashing
7/12-12/12

46DVA-F12

4DT-AF12

TF-4FB

SV4B——

Flat Roof Flashing

46DVA-FF

—

TF-4F

SV4F

—

559FSK

Masonry Flashing——

TF-4MF———48” long

Various Venting System Parts

—

MILES
INDUSTRIESSELKIRK

Galvanized

Venting Parts Description

RLH
INDUSTRIESSIMPSON
DURA-VENT

Venting Parts Code / availability by Manufacturer

Wall Thimble

46DVA-WT

4DT-WT

TM-4WT

SV4RSM——

Storm Collar

46DVA-SC

4DT-SC

TM-SC

SV4AC

—

—

Decorative Plate

46DVA-DC

4DT-CS

TM-4TR

SV4PF

—

—

Cathedral Ceiling
Support46DVA-CS

4DT-CCS

—

—

—

—

Ceiling Firestop /Floor Support

46DVA-FS

4DT-FS

TM-CS

—

—

Attic Radiation Shield /Firestop——

TM-4AS

—

—

SV4BF
SV4SD
—

Wall Strap

46DVA-WS

4DTWS

TM-WS

—

—

—

Vinyl Siding Standoff

46DVA-VSS

4DT-VS

TM-VSS

SV4VS

—

—

Elbow Strap / Offset
Support46DVA-ES

4DT-OS

TM-OS

—

—

—

Terminal Guard

46DVA-WG

—

—

—

—

835TG

Notes: 1) Simpson Dura-Vent co-axial pipes and fittings require Valor 817VAK Starter Adapter to fit Valor’s smooth collars. All other above
manufacturers’ collars will fit directly to Simpson Dura-Vent or Valor’s smooth collars. 2) Follow instructions supplied with each manufacturer’s
components. 3) Unless otherwise specified, all the parts and assemblies from the above table are to be used with 4” x 6-5/8” pipes.
4) Termination caps manufactured by RLH Industries are from Homestyle Chimney Collection and can be ordered in one of the following
finishes: a) aluminium; b) black powder coated; c) solid copper.

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If you have a problem with this unit, please contact your dealer or
supplier immediately. Under no circumstances should you attempt
to service the unit in any way by yourself. The warranties inparagraphs 1 and 2 are provided only to the first purchaser/user ofthis unit, are not transferable and are subject to the conditions andlimitations in paragraphs 3, 4 and 5. Please review the conditions
and limitations carefully and strictly follow their requirements.

VA

Warranty

CO M F

1. Extended Warranty Coverage
For a period of up to ten (10) years, Miles Industries Ltd., (the “Company”) or its appointed distributor will at its option pay the
initial purchaser for the repair of, or will exchange the following parts or components which are found to be defective in material orworkmanship under normal conditions of use and service:Part or Component

Defect Covered

Maximum Warranty Period

Exterior steel casing

Corrosion

10 years

Glass

Loss of structural integrity

10 years

Cast iron parts

Corrosion

10 years

Firebox and heat exchanger

Corrosion (but not discoloration) causing
loss of structural integrity

10 years

2. Two-Year Parts Warranty
In addition, for two (2) years from the date of purchase, the Company, at its option, can repair or exchange all parts and components
not listed above but that are found to have a bona fide defect in material or workmanship under normal conditions of use.

3. Conditions and Limitationsa) The warranty registration card must be completed by the initial owner and returned to the Company within 90 days of purchase.
b) Installation and maintenance must be performed by an authorized and trained dealer in accordance with the Company’s installation
instructions.
c) This warranty is void where installation of the unit does not conform to all applicable codes including national and local gas
appliance installation codes and building and fire codes.
d) The owner must comply with all operating instructions.
e) The Company is not responsible for the labor costs to remove defective parts or re-install repaired or replacement parts.
f) The first purchaser or user of the unit will be responsible for any shipping charges for replacement parts as well as travel time
incurred by the dealer to perform the warranty work.
g) This warranty applies to non-commercial use and service and is void if it is apparent that there is abuse, misuse, alteration,
improper installation, accident or lack of maintenance to the unit.
h) This warranty does not cover damage to the unit through:i)
Improper installation, operational or environmental conditions.
ii) Inadequate ventilation in the area or competition for air from other household equipment or appliances.
iii) Damage due to chemicals, dampness, condensation, or sulphur in the fuel supply lines which exceeds industry standards.
i) This warranty does not cover glass, log breakage or damage to the unit while in transit.
j) The Company does not allow anyone to extend, alter or modify this warranty and assumes no responsibility for direct, indirect orconsequential damages caused by the unit. State or provincial laws where the first purchaser or user resides may provide specificrights to extend this warranty and, if so, the Company’s sole obligation under this warranty is to provide labor and/or materials inaccordance with those laws.

4. Discharge of Liability
After two (2) years from the date of purchase, the Company may, at its option, fully discharge all obligations under this warranty by
paying to the first purchaser/user the wholesale price of any defective parts.

5. No Other Warranty
All obligations to repair this unit are defined in this warranty. Some states or provinces may specifically mandate additional warranties
on the part of manufacturers, but in the absence of such specific legislation, there is no other warranty or obligation expressed or
implied.

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