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W415-0298 / K / 12.06.07
Use only accessories designed for and
listed with your specifi c fi replace.
Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resem-
ble the fl u, with headache, dizziness and/or nau-
sea. If you have these signs, the heater may not
be working properly. Get fresh air at once! Have
heater serviced.
Some people---pregnant women, persons with heart
or lung disease, anaemia, those under the infl uence
of alcohol, those at high altitudes--- are more af-
fected by carbon monoxide than others.
THIS GAS FIREPLACE 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 specifi cs that apply to your
area, for example: in Massachusetts State:
• The appliance off valve must be a “T” handle gas cock.
• The fl exible connector must not be longer than 36“.
• The appliance is not approved for installation in a bedroom or
bathroom unless the unit is a direct vent sealed combustion
product.
• A carbon monoxide detector is required in all rooms containing
gas fi red appliacnes.
• WARNING: This product must be installed by a licensed
plumber or gas fi tter when installed within the commonwealth
of Massachusetts.
• Un-vented room heater shall be installed in accordance with
527 CMR 30.00 and 248 CMR 3.00 through 7.00.
• Sellers of un-vented propane or natural gas-fi red space/room
heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy of 527 CMR
30.00 upon the sale of the unit from
http://www.Continentalfi replaces.com/Webshare/
installation_manuals/mass_requirements.pdf
In absence of local codes, install the CVF36 to the current
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 Installation Code
which can be obtained from:
American Nation Standards Institute Inc.
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
or
National Fire Protection Association Inc.
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
The fi replace and its individual shutoff valve must be discon-
nected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure
testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig
(3.5 kPa). The fi replace must be isolated from the gas supply
piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve
during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system
at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
When the fi replace is installed directly on carpeting, vinyl tile
or other combustible material other than wood fl ooring, the
fi replace shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extend-
ing the full width and depth.
If the optional fan or blower is installed, the junction box
must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance
with local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the cur-
rent ANSI/NFPA 70 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE in the
United States.
FOR YOUR SATISFACTION, THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN
TEST-FIRED TO ASSURE ITS OPERATION AND QUAL-
ITY! Maximum input is 30,000 BTU/hr for natural gas and
propane. When the fi replace is installed at elevations above
2,000ft, and in the absence of specifi c recommendations
from the local authority having jurisdiction, the certifi ed high
altitude input rating shall be reduced at the rate of 4% for
each additional 1,000ft.
Suitable for mobile home installation where the mobile
home has been permanently placed on its site. This heat-
er must not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom.
This fireplace may be installed in an aftermarket per-
manently located, manufactured (mobile) home, where
not prohibited by local codes.
This fireplace is only for use with the type of gas indi-
cated on the rating plate. This fireplace is not convertible
for use with other gases, unless a certified kit is used.
Minimum inlet gas supply pressure is 4.5“ water column for
natural gas and 11“ water column for propane. Maximum
inlet gas pressure is 7“ water column for natural gas and
13“ water column for propane. Manifold pressure under fl ow
conditions is 3.5“ water column for natural gas and 10“ water
column for propane.
No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is required
for the gas system operation.
Expansion / contraction noises during heating up and cooling
down cycles are normal and are to be expected.
Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean plated parts. Buff lightly
with a clean dry cloth.
This heater is equipped with a pilot light safety
system referred to as an OXYGEN DEPLETION
SENSOR and is designed to turn off the heater
if not enough fresh air is available.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL INFORMATION
CARE OF PLATED PARTS
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING MAY
LEAD TO DEATH
Ceiling fans or oscillating type fl oor fans can cause fl ame
impingement if directing air at the fi replace. Impinging
fl ames will cause soot or carbon that may enter into living
area. Try reversing ceiling fan or re-directing fl oor fans to
prevent sooting.