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Vermont Castings Pinnacle & Stardance Direct Vent - Rear Vent Gas Heaters
20003457
PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE.
Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Vermont Castings stove.
IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.
Table of Contents
Installation & Operating Instructions
Stove Dimensions ............................................................................................................................. 4
Clearance Requirements .................................................................................................................. 5
Minimum Clearances, Parallel Installation, Corner Installation ......................................................... 5
Minimum Clearances, Alcove Installation .........................................................................................6
Mantel Clearances ............................................................................................................................ 6
Hearth Requirements ........................................................................................................................ 6
Gas Specifications ............................................................................................................................ 6
Gas Inlet and Manifold Pressures ..................................................................................................... 6
High Elevations ................................................................................................................................. 7
Horizontal Termination ...................................................................................................................... 7
Vertical Termination .......................................................................................................................... 8
Vent Termination Clearances............................................................................................................ 8
General Venting Information - Termination Location ...................................................................... 10
Termination Clearances .................................................................................................................. 11
Vent Components ........................................................................................................................... 12
Assembly Procedures
Tools/Materials Required ................................................................................................................ 13
Parts Bag Contents ......................................................................................................................... 13
Firebox Preparation......................................................................................................................... 13
Heater Shell Assembly .................................................................................................................... 14
Install the Firebox ............................................................................................................................ 15
Install Optional FK28 Fan Kit .......................................................................................................... 15
Venting System Assembly - Direct Vent ......................................................................................... 16
Vertical (Through the Roof) Vent Assembly .................................................................................... 21
Vertical Through Existing Chimney ................................................................................................. 22
Fireplace Vent Termination Clearances .......................................................................................... 22
Fireplace Installation Requirements ................................................................................................ 23
Connect Gas Supply Line ............................................................................................................... 25
Burner Information .......................................................................................................................... 25
Complete the Assembly .................................................................................................................. 25
Install ON/OFF Switch (R Models Only).......................................................................................... 25
Install the Front and Top Plates ...................................................................................................... 26
Thermostat Connection ................................................................................................................... 26
Install the Log Set ........................................................................................................................... 27
Operation
Operable Doors ............................................................................................................................... 28
Your First Fire.................................................................................................................................. 28
Pilot and Burner Inspection ............................................................................................................. 28
Flame & Temperature Adjustment ..................................................................................................28
Flame Characteristics...................................................................................................................... 28
Lighting and Operating Instructions ................................................................................................ 30
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................. 31
Instructions for RF Comfort Control Valve ...................................................................................... 32
Fuel Conversion Instructions........................................................................................................... 35
Maintenance
Annual System Inspection............................................................................................................... 38
Logset and Burner Cleaning ........................................................................................................... 38
Care of Cast Iron ............................................................................................................................. 38
Cleaning the Glass .......................................................................................................................... 38
Glass Replacement ......................................................................................................................... 38
Gasket Replacement....................................................................................................................... 39
Inspect the Vent System Annually .................................................................................................. 39
Check the Gas Flame Regularly ..................................................................................................... 39
Stove Disassembly.......................................................................................................................... 40
Wiring Diagrams.............................................................................................................................. 40
Replacement Parts ....................................................................................................................................... 41
Optional Accessories................................................................................................................................... 44
Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................ 46