Napoleon GDS50N Operating Instructions Manual

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1 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE APPLIANCE. CONSUMER: RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. NEVER LEAVE CHILDREN OR OTHER AT RISK INDIVIDUALS ALONE WITH THE APPLIANCE INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Wolf ...

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2 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW 3 2.0 INTRODUCTION 4 2.1 DIMENSIONS 5 2.2 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 6 2.3 GENERAL INFORMATION 7 2.4 RATING PLATE INFORMATION 8 3.0 VENTING - GDS50 9 3.1 VENTING LENGTHS AND ...

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3 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 1.0 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW Venting, see “VENTING” section. Door, see “DOOR OPENING AND CLOSING” section. Trivet, see “TRIVET INSTALLATION” section. Logs, see “LOG PLACEMENT” section. Rating plate, see �...

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4 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 2.0 INTRODUCTION 3.1C ! WARNING • THIS APPLIANCE IS HOT WHEN OPERATED AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS IF CONTACTED. • ANY CHANGES TO THIS APPLIANCE OR IT’S CONTROLS CAN BE DANGEROUS AND IS PROHIBITED. • Do not operate...

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5 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 2.1 DIMENSIONS 28 1/4” 14 1/8” 30 3/4” 21” 13 3/4” 21 5/8” 8” GAS LINE LOCATED IN PEDESTAL REAR 7”Ø AIR INTAKE 4”Ø FLUE ...

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6 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 2.2 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 4.1A THIS GAS APPLIANCE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER to conform with local codes. Installation practices vary from region to region and it is important to know the sp...

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7 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 2.3 GENERAL INFORMATION For elevations between 2,000 and 4,500 feet above sea level, this appliance must be de-rated by 10% using the certifi ed high altitude kit. When the appliance is installed at elevations above 4,500...

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8 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 2.4 RATING PLATE INFORMATION W385-0181 / G SERIAL NUMBER NO. DE SERIE NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL UN COMBUSTIBLE SOLIDE NE DOIT PAS ETRE UTILISE AVEC CET APPAREIL GDS50 WOLF STEEL LTD. 24 NAPOLEON ROAD, BARRIE, ON, L4M 0G...

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9 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 3.0 VENTING 7.1A THIS APPLIANCE USES A 4” EXHAUST / 7” AIR INTAKE VENT PIPE SYSTEM. Refer to the section applicable to your installation. For safe and proper operation of the appliance follow the venting instruction ex...

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10 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 3.2 TYPICAL VENT INSTALLATION 16" MINIMUM 40 FT MAXIMUM 36" MINIMUM 30 3/4" 30 3/4" 59 3/4" MINIMUM PLUS RISE* 34" MAXIMUM * See "VENTING" section 29" MINIMUM For optimum �...

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11 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 Use the periscope kit to locate the air termination above grade. The periscope must be installed so that when fi nal grading is completed, the bottom air slot is located a minimum 12” above grade. The maximum allowabl...

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12 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 3.4 VENT TERMINAL CLEARANCES INSTALLATIONS CANADA U.S.A. A 12” 12” Clearance above grade, veranda porch, deck or balcony. B 12” Δ 9” Δ Clearance to windows or doors that open. C 12” * 12” * Clearance to pe...

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13 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 13.1 TOP EXIT Horizontal Termination Vertical Termination Vertical rise is equal to or greater than the horizontal run Vertical rise is less than horizontal run Vertical rise is equal to or greater than the horizontal...

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14 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 3.8 HORIZONTAL TERMINATION 16.10 Simple venting confi guration (only one 90° elbow) (H T ) < (V T ) For vent confi gurations requiring more than one 90° elbow, the following formulas apply: Formula 1: H T < V T ...

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15 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 (H T ) > (V T ) Simple venting configuration (only one 90° elbow) See graph to determine the required vertical rise V T for the required horizontal run H T . REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE IN INCHES V T HORIZONTAL VEN...

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16 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 3.9 VERTICAL TERMINATION (H T ) < (V T ) Simple venting configurations. See graph to determine the required vertical rise V T for the required horizontal run H T . REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE IN FEET V T HORIZONTAL ...

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17 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 (H T ) > (V T ) Simple venting configurations. See graph to determine the required vertical rise V T for the required horizontal run H T . REQUIRED VERTICAL RISE IN FEET V T HORIZONTAL VENT RUN PLUS OFFSET IN F...

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18 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 4.0 INSTALLATION ! WARNING FOR SAFE AND PROPER OPERATION OF THE APPLIANCE, FOLLOW THE VENTING INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY. ALL INNER EXHAUST AND OUTER INTAKE VENT PIPE JOINTS MAY BE SEALED USING EITHER RED RTV HIGH TEMP SILICON...

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19 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 4.2 WALL AND CEILING PROTECTION For clearances to combustible materials from the vent pipe, see “MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES” section. For optimum performance it is recommended that horizontal runs have a 1/4&q...

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20 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 4.2.2 VERTICAL INSTALLATION This application occurs when venting through a roof. Installation kits for various roof pitches are available from your authorized dealer / distributor. See accessories to order specifi c kit...

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21 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 4.2.3 HORIZONTAL AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATION TERMINALS MUST NOT BE RECESSED INTO A WALL OR SIDING MORE THAN THE DEPTH OF THE RETURN FLANGE OF THE MOUNTING PLATE. DO NOT ALLOW THE INNER FLEX PIPE TO BUNCH UP ON HORIZONTAL O...

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22 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 4.2.4 VERTICAL AIR TERMINAL INSTALLATION A. Fasten the roof support to the roof using the screws provided. The roof support is optional. In this case the venting is to be adequately supported using either an alternate m...

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23 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 4.2.5 APPLIANCE VENT CONNECTION A. Attach the adjustable pipe to the last section of rigid pipe. Secure with screws and seal. B. Install the inner fl ex pipe to the appliance. Secure with 3 screws and fl at washers. ...

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24 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 4.2.6 VERTICAL THROUGH EXISTING CHIMNEY 7.6 This appliance is designed to be attached to a 3” co-linear aluminum fl ex vent system running the full length of a masonry chimney. The fl ex liners accommodate any contour...

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25 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 4.3 B-VENT INSTALLATION - GS50 4.3.1 CHIMNEY INSTALLATION 4.3.2 INSTALLING FLASHING AND STORM COLLAR 63.7A “A” VENT - SOLID FUEL WOOD BURNING CHIMNEY & VENT CONNECTOR (LINER NEEDED IF INSIDE DIAMETER IS 6” ...

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26 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 4.3.3 ADDING VENT SECTIONS A dd chimney sections, according to the manufacturers installation instructions. The chimney must extend at least, 3 feet above its point of contact with the roof and at least 2 feet higher th...

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27 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 Refer to "DOOR OPENING AND CLOSING" section prior to proceeding to prevent damaging the appliance. A. Remove both burners and the log support bracket. B. Remove the combustion air cover plate and its gasket....

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28 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 4.4 GAS INSTALLATION 30.1A Installation and servicing to be done by a qualifi ed installer. A. Move the appliance into position and secure. B. If equipped with a fl ex connector the appliance is designed to accept a ...

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29 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 4.5 WALL SWITCH / THERMOSTAT INSTALLATION For ease of accessibility, an optional remove wall switch or millivolt thermostat may be installed in a convenient location. Route 2 strand solid core millivolt wire from the gas...

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30 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 5.2 LOG PLACEMENT ! WARNING FAILURE TO POSITION THE LOGS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE DIAGRAMS OR FAILURE TO USE ONLY LOGS SPECIFICALLY APPROVED WITH THIS APPLIANCE MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY. LOGS MUST...

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31 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 5.3 LOGO PLACEMENT L O G O Remove the backing of the logo supplied and centre over the logo installation holes, as indicated. 5.4 TRIVET INSTALLATION Insert the trivet into the space on the appliance top. Line up the hol...

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32 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 6.0 OPERATION Ensure that a continuous gas flow is at the burner before installing the door. When lit for the first time, the appliance will emit an odor for a few hours. This is a normal temporary condition caused by the...

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33 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 The purpose of the turbo burner is to increase heat output of BTUs of the appliance and will only operate when the main burner is functioning. To turn the turbo burner on, simply depress the burner control knob (located i...

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34 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 7.0 ADJUSTMENTS 7.1 PILOT BURNER ADJUSTMENT Adjust the pilot screw to provide properly sized fl ame. Turn in a clockwise direction to reduce the gas fl ow. Inlet pressure can be checked by turning screw (A) counter-cl...

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35 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 7.3 FLAME CHARACTERISTICS It’s important to periodically perform a visual check of the pilot and burner fl ames. Compare them to the illustrations provided. If any fl ames appear abnormal call a service person. 54.2 ...

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36 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 8.1 REPLACEMENT BLOWER INSTALLATION RELIEF DOOR GASKET RELIEF DOOR TWIN BLOWER P I P I L O T N O L O T H I L O F F O BLOWER THERMODISC black ground VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH white A. Turn off the electrical power and the ga...

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37 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 8.2 CARE OF GLASS 5.1 DO NOT CLEAN GLASS WHEN HOT! DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS TO CLEAN GLASS. Buff lightly with a clean dry soft cloth. Clean both sides of the glass after the fi rst 10 hours of operation with a re...

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38 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 9.0 REPLACEMENTS Contact your dealer or the factory for questions concerning prices and policies on replacement parts. Normally all parts can be ordered through your Authorized dealer / distributor. FOR WARRANTY REPLACEM...

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39 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 COMMON COMPONENTS REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 22 * W290-0030 BURNER GASKET 23 W562-0022 GLASS GASKET 24 * W385-0334 NAPOLEON LOGO 25 W300-0029 FRONT WINDOW GLASS 26 W030-0021 ACCENT BAR 27 W300-0028 SIDE WINDOW GLASS 28 G...

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40 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 TERMINAL KITS REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION GD-180 PERISCOPE 47 BM6790 90° ELBOW - 7" DIAMETER 56 GD201 PERISCOPE 49 BM67ADJ 30" TO 53" ADJUSTABLE PIPE - 7" DIAMETER 50 W010-1313 FIRESTOP SPACER 51 * W5...

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41 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 60 57 58 61 59 14 42 9 8 * 7 6 48 20 17 16 49 53 55 50 52 47 43 5 4 13 34 26 23 25 27 30 39 11 1 2 3 15 28 56 52 52 29 1 45 46 66 18 19 21 35 ...

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42 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 10.0 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM TEST SOLUTION Main burner goes out; pilot stays on. Pilot fl ame is not large enough or not engulfi ng the thermopile. - Turn up the pilot fl ame. - Replace pilot assembly. Ther...

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43 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 SYMPTOM PROBLEM TEST SOLUTION Pilot will not light. No spark at pilot burner. - Check if pilot can be lit by a match. - Check that the wire is connected to the push button igniter. - Check if the push button igniter n...

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44 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 SYMPTOM PROBLEM TEST SOLUTION Blower does not turn on Blower high limit switch has been activated - Turn blower switch on, turn turbo rear burner off and front burner to low. When blower turns on, re-adjust burners. Do...

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45 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 NAPOLEON® warrants its products against manufacturing defects to the original purchaser only. Registering your warranty is not necessary. Simply provide your proof of purchase along with the model and serial number to ma...

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46 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 12.0 SERVICE HISTORY 43.1 ...

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47 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 44.1 13.0 NOTES ...

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48 W415-0098 / H / 03.19.12 44.1 ...