Solas TWENTY6 Wall-Mount Installation Manual

TWENTY6
WALL-MOUNT DIRECT-VENT
GAS FIREPLACE
INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL
MODELS: ST-26N, ST-26P
WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could
result in serious injury, death, or property damage.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical 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.
— Installation and service must be performed by
a licensed installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
DUE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES, THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE
LOCATED OUT OF TRAFFIC AND AWAY FROM FURNITURE
AND DRAPERIES.
CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE ALERTED TO THE
HAZARD OF HIGH SURFACE TEMPERATURE AND SHOULD
STAY AWAY TO AVOID BURNS OR CLOTHING IGNITION.
YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE CAREFULLY SUPERVISED
WHEN THEY ARE IN THE SAME ROOM WITH THE APPLIANCE.
DO NOT PLACE CLOTHING OR OTHER FLAMMABLE
MATERIAL ON OR NEAR THE APPLIANCE.
WARNING Improper installation, adjustment, services or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to
this manual. For assistance or additional information, consult
a licensed installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
Report #F19-217
Ce manual est disponsible en Francais sur demande.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket, permanently
located, manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home, where
not prohibited by local codes.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on
the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with
other gases, unless a certified kit is used.
DANGER
HOT GLASS
WILL CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns
from the hot viewing glass is provided with this
appliance and must be installed for the protection
of children and other at-risk individuals.
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INSTALLATION RECORD
The installer should complete the form below that describes the details of the installation. Having
this written record of installation information available will greatly expedite trouble-shooting
should any problem arise with your stove. The installer should keep a duplicate of this form for
their records.
Date Purchased: _____________________________________________________
Dealer: _____________________________________________________________
Date Installed: _______________________________________________________
Installer: ____________________________________________________________
Fireplace Model:
TWENTY6
Burner: (circle one) Glass Media Burner
Log Set Burner
Serial Number: _______________________________________________________
Brand of Venting Used: ________________________________________________
Model # of Vent Cap Used: _____________________________________________
Fuel: (circle one)
Natural Gas (NG)
Was this field converted? (circle one)
Propane (LP)
YES
NO
Inlet Pressure (after installation): __________________________________________
Manifold Pressure (after Installation):
High Fire: _____________________ in. WC
Low Fire: ______________________ in. WC
Altitude: (feet above sea level) ___________________________________________
Was the Fireplace derated? (circle one)
YES
NO
If the Fireplace was derated, to what orifice size? _____________________________
Other installation notes: ________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
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S Ó L AS CO NTE MPO R ARY F IR E
CONTENTS
Installation Record .............................................................2
Important Safety Information...........................................5
Certification..........................................................................7
Specifications ......................................................................8
Clearances ...........................................................................9
Massachusetts Requirements....................................... 10
Venting.................................................................................1 1
Assembly & Installation................................................... 19
Gas Connection ............................................................... 32
Lighting & Operation ...................................................... 39
Remote Operation............................................................ 41
Congratulations on your purchase
of a SÓLAS Fireplace!
We welcome you to the SÓLAS family of gas fireplaces.
Each of our products are skillfully designed and expertly
manufactured in the USA. We take great pride in every
fireplace we make and each product is fully tested
throughout the production process to ensure your
safety and warmth throughout the years.
Sincerely,
The SÓLAS Team
Gas Conversion ............................................................... 49
Maintenance..................................................................... 54
Maintenance Log............................................................. 56
Replacement Parts List .................................................. 57
Control Schematic........................................................... 58
Warranty Information...................................................... 59
WE STRONGLY SUGGEST THAT YOU READ THIS
MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE BEGINNING
THE INSTALLATION OF THIS DIRECT-VENT
GAS FIREPLACE. ALTHOUGH THE BASIC
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INSTALLATION OF ALL
DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACES ARE SIMILAR,
EACH SPECIFIC PRODUCT HAS ITS OWN UNIQUE
SET-UP AND INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
THAT MUST BE FOLLOWED EXACTLY. PLAN YOUR
INSTALLATION IN ADVANCE BY CAREFULLY
REVIEWING ALL THE INFORMATION CONTAINED
IN THIS MANUAL.
The information contained in this manual is believed to be
correct at the time of printing. SÓLAS LLC. reserves the right
to change or modify any information or specifications without
notice. SÓLAS LLC grants no warranty, implied or stated,
for the installation or maintenance of your appliance, and
assumes no responsibility for any consequential damage(s).
© 2023 Copyright SÓLAS LLC.
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PM
SÓLAS One-Touch
Programmable Thermostatic Remote
(see page 41)
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Félicitations pour votre achat d’un SÓLAS !
Nous vous souhaitons la bienvenue dans la famille des foyers au gaz SÓLAS. Chacun
de nos produits est habilement conçu et fabriqué de manière experte aux États-Unis.
Nous sommes très fiers de chaque foyer que nous fabriquons. Chaque produit est
entièrement testé tout au long du processus de production pour garantir votre sécurité
et votre chaleur au fil des ans.
Sincèrement,
SÓLAS
AVERTISSEMENT: Assurez vous de bien suivre
les instructions données dans cette notice
pour réduir e au minimum le risque d’incendie
ou d’explosion ou pour éviter tout dommage
matériel, toute blessure ou la mort.
Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d’essence ni
d’autres vapeurs ou liquids inflammables dans
le voisinage de cet ap pareil ou de tout autre
appareil.
— QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR
DE GAZ:
• Ne pas tenter d’allumer d’appareil.
• Ne touchez à aucun interrupteur. Ne pas vous
servir des téléphones se trouvant dans le
bâtiment où vous trouvez.
• Appelez immédiatem ent votre fournisseur de
gaz depuis un voisin. Suivez les instructions du
fournisseur.
• Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur de
gaz, appelez le service des incendies.
Cet appareil peut être installé dans une maison
préfabriquée (mobile) déjà installée à demeure si les
règlements locaux le permettent.
Cet appareil doit être utilisé uniquement avec les types de
gaz indiqués sur la plaque signalétique. Cet appareil ne
peut être converti à d’autres gaz, sauf si une trousse de
conversion est utilesée.
Ne pas utilieser cet appareils il a été plongé, meme
partiellement, dans l’eau. Appeler un technician qualifié
pour inspecter l’appareail et remplacer toute partie du
système de commande et toute commande qui a été
plongée dans / ’eau.
ATTENTION: Au moment de l’entretien des commandes,
étiquetez tous les files avant de les débrancher. Des
erreurs de la câblage peuvent entraîner un fonctionnement
inadequate et dangereux.
S’assurer que l’appareil fonctionne adéquatement une fois
l’entretien terminé.
ATTENTION: Ne pas utiliser l’appareil si la panneau frontal
en verre n’est pas en place, est craqué ou brisé. Confiez le
remplacement du panneau à un technician agree.
— L’installation et l’entretien doivent être assurés
par un installateur ou un s ervice d’entretien
qualifié ou par le fournisseur de gaz.
INSTALLATEUR: LAISSEZ CE MANUEL AVEC L’APPAREIL.
CONSOMMATEUR: CONSERVEZ CE MANUEL AUX FINS DE CONSULTATION ULTÉRIEURE.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
AT T E N T I O N : THIS F IREP L ACE IS
DESIGNED AS A WALL-MOUNTED
PRODUCT, THIS FIREPLACE IS NOT TO
BE “BUILT-IN” TO A WALL OR INSTALLED
WITHIN A WALL CAVITY OR ALCOVE. THE
INSTALLATION MUST COMPLY WITH THE
CLEARANCES NOTED ON PAGE 9.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in
the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel
Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or the Natural Gas
and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1.
A manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home
OEM installation must conform with the Manufactured
Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24
CFR, Part 3280 or when such a standard is not
applicable, the Standard for Manufactured Home
Installations, ANSI/BCSBCS A225.1, or Standard for
Gas Equipped Recreational Vehicles and Mobile
Housing, CSA Z240.4.
The appliance and its appliance main gas 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 psi (3.5 kPa).
The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply
piping system by closing its equipment shutoff valve
during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping
system at test pressures equal to or less than 1⁄2 psi
(3.5 kPa).
The installation must provide for adequate ventilation
air to the appliance.
The flow of combustion and ventilation air must not
be obstructed. Adequate accessibility clearances
must be maintained for servicing and proper
operation of this appliance.
Do not use this appliance if any part has been under
water. Immediately call a licensed service technician
to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of
the control system and any gas control which has
been under water.
Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be
located out of traffic and away from furniture and
draperies.
Children and adults should be alerted to the
hazards of high surface temperatures and should
stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition.
Young children should be carefully supervised
when they are in the same room as the appliance.
Toddlers, young children and others may be
susceptible to accidental contact burns. A physical
barrier is recommended if there are at-risk
individuals in the house. To restrict access to a
fireplace or stove, install an adjustable safety gate
to keep toddlers, young children and other at-risk
individuals out of the room and away from hot
surfaces.
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns
from the hot viewing glass is provided with this
appliance and shall be installed for the protection
of children and other at-risk individuals. If the
barrier becomes damaged, the barrier shall be
replaced with the manufacturer’s barrier for this
appliance.
Clothing or other flammable material should not be
placed on or near the appliance.
This gas appliance must not be connected to a
chimney flue serving a separate solid-fuel burning
appliance.
The appliance, 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.
Any screen or guard removed for servicing an
appliance must be replaced prior to operating the
appliance.
The appliance area must be kept clear and free from
combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable
vapors and liquids.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
6"
Fireplace
6"
Keep Furniture and
Other Objects
6" from sides and 36"
from front of Fireplace
36" (91.44cm)
Installation and repair should be done by a
licensed service technician. The appliance should
be inspected before use and at least annually by
a professional service technician. More frequent
cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from
carpeting, bedding material, etc. It is imperative that
the control compartments, burners and circulating
air passageways of the appliance be kept clean.
WARNING: Do not operate the appliance with
the glass door assembly removed, or if the glass
is cracked or broken. Replacement of the glass
should be done by a licensed service technician.
WARNING: Use only glass assembly, P/N 26-510,
which includes the glass panel, frame and gasket.
Do not use substitute materials. Do not strike or
slam the glass front. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
Do not clean when hot.
CAUTION: Do not operate with broken glass.
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CERTIFICATION
This appliance has been certified by PFS TECO to ANSI Z21.882016/CSA 2.33-2016 Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters and CAN/
CGA-2.17-2017, Gas-Fired Appliances for Use At High Altitudes.
elevation greater than these, consult with the local authority
having jurisdiction for gas product installations to determine
their specific requirements for high altitude installations.
This SÓLAS Gas Fireplace is approved for installation at
elevations up to 2000 feet in the U.S. and 1370 meters (4500
feet) in Canada without change. If your installation is at an
These appliances are approved for installation in the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts by the Board of State
Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters.
SÓLAS DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACES
SÓLAS DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACES
*Sample Rating Label (affixed to Control Panel within Firebox)
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SPECIFICATIONS
TWENTY6 SPECIFICATION CHART
INPUT
NATURAL GAS
PROPANE
Input Rating
19,000 BTU/Hr.
19,000 BTU/Hr.
Min. Input Rating
11,000 BTU/Hr.
11,000 BTU/Hr.
Orifice-DMS
5/64"
#55
GAS SUPPLY
NATURAL GAS
PROPANE
Manifold Pressure High
4.8"w.c. / 1.2kPa
10.0"w.c. / 2.5kPa
Manifold Pressure Low
1.25"w.c. / 0.31kPa
4.2"w.c. / 1.1kPa
Min. Supply Pressure
5.5"w.c. / 1.4kPa
11.0"w.c. / 2.8kPa
Max. Supply Pressure
10.0"w.c. / 2.5kPa
13.0"w.c. / 3.3kPa
EFFICIENCY NG / LP
NATURAL GAS
PROPANE
Maximum Observed Steady State Efficiency - %
78.8
79.5
Steady State Efficiency - %
65.0
61.4
Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) - %
64.2
60.5
Canadian p.4 Efficiency - %
55.1
50.0
NOTE: The maximum achievable steady state efficiency can vary depending on how
the fireplace is installed and operated.
• It is recommended that the pilot flame be turned off if the appliance will not be in use for an extended
period of time.
• This appliance is equipped for use with the fuel type indicated on the rating plate. Field conversion is only
permitted with a conversion kit supplied by SÓLAS. See page 49 for gas conversion instructions.
This appliance has been certified by PFS TECO to ANSI Z21.88-2016/CSA 2.33-2016 Vented Gas
Fireplace Heaters and CSA-2.17-2017, Gas-Fired Appliances for Use At High Altitudes and CSA P.4.1-09.
The is approved for installation at elevations up to 2000 feet in the U.S. and 1370 meters (4500 feet) in
Canada without change. If your installation is at an elevation greater than these, consult with the local
authority having jurisdiction for gas product installations to determine their specific requirements for
high altitude installations.
TWENTY6 OVERALL DIMENSIONS
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CLEARANCES
Several issues must be addressed when selecting a
suitable location for your TWENTY6 fireplace. The
minimum clearances to combustible construction are
listed below. In addition, access to the gas supply must
be considered. The location of the fireplace will also
affect the venting requirements and you must be certain
the location will allow compliance with the venting
requirements shown on page 11. You must also insure
that your installation provides adequate accessibility
clearance for servicing and proper operation.
Installation and repair should be done by a licensed
service technician. The appliance should be inspected
before use and at least annually by a professional
service technician. More frequent cleaning may
be required due to excessive lint from carpeting,
bedding material, etc. It is imperative that the control
compartment, burners and circulating air passageways
of the appliance be kept clean.
MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO
COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION
WALLS
Fireplace Surround to L. Side Wall
6" (152mm)
Fireplace Surround to R. Side Wall
6" (152mm)
Fireplace Surround to Corner Wall
6" (152mm)
Vent Pipe to Adjacent Materials
1.5" (38mm)
Fireplace Surround to Ceiling
8" (203mm)
Fireplace Surround to Rear Wall
0" (0mm)*
Fireplace Surround to Floor
3" (76mm)**
FLOOR D
A = 6" (152 mm)
A
A
MANTEL/SHELF F = 8" (203 mm)
CEILING
C = 8" (203 mm) C
NOTE: Alcove installation is not permissable.
**The minimum
required
clearance to
be maintained
from the
fireplace to
combustible
flooring is
measured from
the top surface
of carpeting,
tile, etc.
F
D = 3" (76 mm)
CORNER
AIR SPACE
B = 6" (152 mm)
(Shown with optional corner Kit)
E = 3⁄8" (9.5mm)
(Space behind the
Mounting Plate)
B
E
*Mounting
plate
bosses
contact
the wall
B
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
STATE OF MASSACHUSETTS
The installation must be completed by a licensed
plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COMMONWEALTH OF
MASSACHUSETTS
This product must be installed by a licensed plumber
or gas fitter when installed within the Commonwealth
of Massachusetts. If this appliance is installed in a
dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part
for residential purposes and the installation includes a
horizontal vent termination that is less than seven (7)
feet above the finished grade in the area of the venting,
including but not limited to decks and porches, a hardwired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm and
battery back-up must be installed on the floor level of the
dwelling, building or structure where the appliance is to
be installed.
Additionally, a hard-wired or battery operated carbon
monoxide detector with an alarm must be installed
on each additional level of the dwelling, building
or structure served by the appliance. It shall be the
responsibility of the property owner to secure the
services of licensed licensed professionals for the
installation of hard-wired carbon monoxide detectors.
In the event that the horizontally vented appliance is
installed in a crawl space or attic, the hardwired carbon
monoxide detector with alarm and battery back-up may
be installed on the next adjacent floor level.
In the event that this requirement cannot be met at the
time of completion of the installation of the appliance,
the owner shall have a period of thirty (30) days to
comply with the requirement. However, during said thirty
(30) day period, a battery operated carbon monoxide
detector with alarm must be installed.
Each carbon monoxide detector as required in
accordance with the above provisions must comply with
NFPA 720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 and IAS certified.
In addition, when the vent termination is less than
seven (7) feet above finished grade a metal or plastic
identification plate must be permanently mounted to the
exterior of the building at a minimum height of eight (8)
feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust vent
terminal. The sign shall read, in print size no less than
one-half (1⁄2) inch in size, “GAS VENT DIRECTLY BELOW.
KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS".
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The gas fireplace is shipped with a 3⁄8" tube OD (male
flare) connection. The gas supply piping should have a
separate gas shutoff valve and a 1⁄8" NPT plugged tapping
upstream of the valve. The stove and its main control
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 psi (3.5 kPa). The stove must be
isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing the
main control valve during any pressure testing of the gas
supply system at test pressures equal to or greater than
1⁄2 psi (3.5 kPa). After the gas supply has been connected,
use a commercial gas leak detector or apply a soapy water
solution to all the fittings to check for gas leaks. Never use
a flame to test for leaks.
A COPY OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS PLUS ALL
VENTING INSTRUCTIONS WHICH INCLUDE
PARTS LISTS, AND/OR ALL VENTING DESIGN
INSTRUCTIONS MUST REMAIN WITH THE STOVE AT
THE COMPLETION OF THE INSTALLATION.
ATTENTION INSTALLERS: Mark below which venting
system was used in the installation. These instructions
must remain with the SÓLAS Gas Fireplace Installation
& Operation Manual.
O Simpson DuraVent GS/PRO®
O Selkirk Direct-Temp®
O Security Secure Vent™
O AmeriVent Direct™
O Metal Fab Direct Vent
O ICC Direct Vent
NOTICE
Failure to follow these instructions will void the
warranty.
S Ó L AS CO NTE MPO R ARY F IR E
VENTING
The SÓLAS TWENTY6 Direct-Vent Gas Fireplace
has been tested and listed for installation with 4” X
6 5/8” Simpson DuraVent GS/Pro®, Selkirk DirectTemp®, Security Secure Vent™, AmeriVent Direct™,
Metal Fab DirectVent and ICC EXCELDirect venting
components. Although you may use the pipe
components (straight pipe, elbows, etc.) from any of
the listed manufacturers, you may only use the vent
terminations (caps) listed in the chart on page 12.
For installations where a snorkel is needed, please
note that only three snorkels are approved for use.
Please plan your installation accordingly.
For all specific venting installation requirements,
follow the installation instructions included by the
venting manufacturer with the venting system
components you have chosen.
Please Note:
• For venting configurations that include no vertical
rise, a total horizontal equivalent vent run of up to
30 inches is allowed (when using a 45° elbow, 18
inches horizontal equivalent must be included).
However, if your installation has room to add a
vertical pipe section, we suggest adding at least
one foot of vertical rise to the system.
• For venting configurations that include vertical
rise, it is assumed that the installation will include
at least one 90° elbow. Up to three additional 90°
elbows (or equivalent 45° elbows) may also be
used. The total venting may not exceed 20 feet
of vertical rise and/or 10 feet horizontal run. Refer
to the venting charts starting on pages 13 & 14 for
specific details while you plan your installation.
Note: The number of elbows impacts the
maximum allowable horizontal vent run.
• Many installations will involve venting directly
through standard 2 X 4 or 2 X 6 construction
exterior wall to a horizontal vent termination
(cap). The vent starter pipe has been designed
to accommodate those two common installations
without the use of any additional venting
components other than a standard horizontal
cap. See the chart on page 12 for a list of
approved vent caps.
• If the fireplace will be installed on an interior wall
or other location that precludes venting directly
through an outside wall to a horizontal vent cap, or
if the distance to the outside wall exceeds 30", one
or more elbows will be required to allow addition
of the required vertical venting to the installation.
When vertical venting is required, the fireplace
venting may be terminated with either a vertical or
horizontal vent cap depending on the specifics of
the installation. Refer to the venting charts starting
on pages 13 & 14 for specific venting requirements
and see the chart on page 12 for a list of approved
vent caps before you plan your installation.
• There should be at least 1 1⁄2" overlap of the vent
and combustion air tubes, when telescopic joints
are used.
• A minimum clear space of 1 1⁄2" must be maintained
around the vent pipe where it penetrates the first
combustible wall adjacent to the fireplace (either
the outside wall for the direct-through-the-wall
installation or the partition wall for the 45° or other
interior wall installations). The special vent pipe
heat shields that are provided with the TWENTY6
must also be installed in the first wall adjacent to
the fire-place. A minimum clear space of 1 1⁄2" must
also be maintained where the vent pipe penetrates
any other interior wall, exterior wall, ceiling or roof.
• The TWENTY6 may also be installed in front of an
existing fireplace opening utilizing special co-linear
venting components available from the venting
manufacturers. These systems split and then
recombine the co-axial air and exhaust and allow
the use of flexible venting. This makes it easier
to run the venting through the narrow fireplace
damper opening to the top of the chimney. Refer
to the vent manufacturers’ instructions. Use the
vertical venting column (0 feet Horizontal Run)
in the venting charts to determine the required
restrictor settings depending on the height of
chimney.
• A special corner installation kit (Part Number
CK-26-1) is also available that will allow the
TWENTY6 fireplace to be mounted in a corner
without constructing a 45° partition wall. This kit
is available from your SÓLAS dealer and has its
own installation instructions. Please refer to those
instructions for specific details regarding the
installation using the kit.
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VENTING
The location of the vent termination must meet the requirements of the current edition of ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54,
National Fuel Gas Code or CAN B419.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code and the requirements shown on
page 18 of this manual.
APPROVED VENT
TERMINATIONS
M&G DURAVENT
GS/PRO
SELKIRK
DIRECT- TEMP
SECURITY
SECURE VENT
AMERIVENT
DIRECT VENT
METAL FAB
DIRECT VENT
ICC EXCEL
DIRECT
VERTICAL CAP
46DVAVCH
1604802
SV4CGC
4DVC
4DVT
TM4VT
HORIZONTAL CAP
46DVAHC
46DVAHRCS
46DVAHSC
1604804
SV4GHC
4DHC
4DHT
TM4HT
TM4DHT
SNORKEL
N/A
1604836
N/A
4D36C
N/A
TMST36
Just as with any other vented device, vertical vent rise
creates draft (negative pressure) in the firebox as the
exhaust gases heat up. If this draft becomes excessive, it
can affect the performance or appearance of the fire. The
TWENTY6 fireplace includes air and exhaust restrictors
that are used to balance the draft in the fireplace to the
optimal level for installations where excessive draft might
occur. The venting charts on pages 13 and 14 provide
an easy means for determining whether your specific
installation requires inlet air or exhaust restrictors or both.
To make the determination about whether air or exhaust
restrictors are needed, a venting chart worksheet is
provided on page 15. Follow the instructions and fill in the
worksheet for your particular installation. This will allow
you to determine the recommended restrictor settings
for your exact installation. Although this might appear to
be a complicated process at first glance, it is really quite
straight-forward and the result will be a fire that looks and
performs as intended. Several examples of worksheet
calculations are shown on page 16 to help guide you.
Please be sure to note that:
1. There are separate venting charts for Natural Gas and
LP Gas. Refer to the appropriate chart for your fuel type
to determine your specific restrictor requirements. The
settings in the charts have been determined based on
extensive testing.
2. Determine the total vertical vent rise and total
horizontal vent run for your installation. All measurements are made from the center of the vent opening in
the back of the fireplace.
5. The recommended restrictor settings in the venting
charts allow up to two 90° elbows (or 45° elbow
equivalents) to be used without affecting the restrictor
settings. Additional elbows will require that you
calculate a new equivalent horizontal run for your
installation to account for the additional flow resistance caused by the extra elbows. For the purposes
of calculating the equivalent horizontal vent run, each
additional 90° elbow is equivalent to three feet of
horizontal vent run and each additional 45° elbow is
equivalent to 1.5 feet of horizontal vent run. The total
horizontal vent run including elbow equivalents can
not exceed 10 feet.
6. The maximum vertical vent rise can not exceed 20 feet.
7. There are two exhaust restrictors that are provided
with your fireplace. They are labeled “A” and “B”. The A
restrictor provides less exhaust restriction than B.
8. An air restrictor plate is also provided with your
fireplace. It is a ring with bendable tabs that can be
set to adjust the amount of restriction in the air supply
system. Once the appropriate number tabs are bent
open (in accordance with the requirements for your
installation), the plate is inserted between the fireplace
and the vent starter pipe.
SÓLAS Self-Calibrating Power Vent Option
Available for all SÓLAS Wall-Mount DV Models
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3. If your fireplace will not be venting directly through an
outside wall to a horizontal termination or if more than
30" of horizontal vent run is required, some vertical
vent rise will be required for the fireplace to function
and vent properly. Elbows will also be required for
those installations. However, installations are limited
to a maximum of four 90° elbows (or 45° elbow
equivalents).
4. Note: Two 45° elbows equal one 90° elbow.
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NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NU
5
4
3
2
1
0
A
11
6
A
12
NA
A
13
7
A
14
NA
A
15
8
B
16
NA
B
17
9
B
18
A
B
19
10
B
20
0
NA
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0
NU
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
4
4
4
4
4
4
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
B
1
1
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
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NU
NU
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
B
2
2
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
B
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
2 1⁄2
2 1⁄2
= NOT USED
B
NA
NU
NU
NU
NU
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
B
2
3
NA
NU
NU
NU
NU
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
B
4
NA
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
NA
NU
NU
NU
NU
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
B
5
5
NA
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
HORIZONTAL VENT RUN (FEET)
3
NA
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
4
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
B
NA
NU
NU
NU
NU
AIR RESTRICTOR 1⁄2 - 3 Tabs Open
6
6
NA
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
NA
NU
NU
NU
NU
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
B
7
7
NA
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
NA
NU
NU
NU
NU
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
B
8
8
NA
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
NU
NU
NU
NU
NA
NU
NU
NU
NU
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
B
9
9
NA
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
= POWER VENT
NU
PV
Power vent runs of up to 130ft with (8) 90⁰ elbows are permitted when using
the SOLAS Self-Calibrating Power Vent Kit. Refer to power vent instructions for
additional power vent installation and operation information.
NU
EXHAUST RESTRICTOR “A” or “B”
= NOT ALLOWED
NU
KEY:
NA
NU
NU
NU
NU
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
B
10
10
NA
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
NU
NU
NU
NU
NU
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
NATURAL GAS VENT CHART
VERTICAL VENT RUN (FEET)
VERTICAL VENT RUN (FEET)
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LP GAS VENT CHART
VERTICAL VENT RUN (FEET)
KEY:
B
= NOT USED
AIR RESTRICTOR 1⁄2 - 3 Tabs Open
= POWER VENT
B
3
3
B
B
B
2
3
3
3
B
B
B
B
B
2
2
2
3
3
3
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
4
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
4
4
4
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
5
5
4
4
4
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
5
5
5
4
4
4
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
5
5
5
4
4
4
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
5
5
5
4
4
4
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
5
5
5
4
4
4
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
5
5
5
4
4
4
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
2
PV
3
B
3
B
2
B
2
B
4
B
5
B
5
NU
EXHAUST RESTRICTOR “A” or “B”
= NOT ALLOWED
B
3
B
2
B
2
B
4
B
4
B
5
B
NA
20
B
3
B
2
B
2
B
4
B
5
B
5
10
19
B
2
B
2
B
4
B
4
B
5
B
9
18
B
2
B
2
B
4
B
5
B
5
8
17
B
2
B
4
B
4
B
5
B
7
16
B
1
B
4
B
5
B
5
6
15
B
1
B
4
B
5
B
5
14
B
1
B
5
B
5
4
13
B
1
B
5
B
3
12
B
1
B
5
2 1⁄2
11
B
NA
B
2
10
NA
NA
1
9
NA
0
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NU
A
A
A
B
B
B
NU
NU
3 1⁄2
4
4
5
5
NU
A
A
A
B
B
B
NU
NU
3 1⁄2
4
4
5
5
NU
A
A
A
B
B
B
NU
NU
3 1⁄2
4
4
5
5
NU
NU
A
A
B
B
B
NU
3 1⁄2
3 1⁄2
4
4
5
5
NA
NU
NU
A
A
B
B
B
NA
NU
3 1⁄2
3 1⁄2
4
4
5
5
NA
NU
NU
A
A
B
B
B
NA
NU
3 1⁄2
3 1⁄2
4
4
5
5
NA
NU
NU
A
A
B
B
B
NA
NU
3 1⁄2
3 1⁄2
4
4
5
5
NA
NU
NU
A
A
B
B
B
NA
NU
3 1⁄2
3 1⁄2
4
4
5
5
NA
NU
NU
A
A
B
B
B
NA
NU
3 1⁄2
3 1⁄2
4
4
5
5
NA
NU
NU
A
A
B
B
B
NA
NU
3 1⁄2
3 1⁄2
4
4
5
5
NA
NU
NU
A
A
B
B
B
NA
NU
3 1⁄2
3 1⁄2
4
4
5
5
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
10
NA
9
NA
8
NU
7
NU
6
NU
5
NU
4
NU
3
NU
2 1⁄2
NU
2
NU
1
0
0
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HORIZONTAL VENT RUN (FEET)
Power vent runs of up to 130ft with (8) 90⁰ elbows are permitted when using
the SOLAS Self-Calibrating Power Vent Kit. Refer to power vent instructions for
additional power vent installation and operation information.
VERTICAL VENT RUN (FEET)
VENTING CHART WORKSHEET
VENTING WORKSHEET FOR INSTALLER
Use this worksheet to determine the equivalent horizontal run for use with the vent charts on pages 13 and 14.
The information contained within this worksheet may also be useful during installation or in the event that you need
technical assistance from SÓLAS.
NOTE: Calculations for horizontal or vertical sections of pipe are measured between transition joints as shown
in the image below.
Vent runs that are not 90° vertical are considered to have horizontal run but not a vertical rise.
NOTE: Snorkel terminations are counted as (2) 90° elbows.
A. TOTAL VERTICAL VENT RISE: Measured as total vertical distance between flanges of elbows used in vent
system. (See Diagram) _____________ Feet
B. TOTAL HORIZONTAL VENT RUN: Measured as total horizontal distance between flanges of elbows used in vent
system. (See Diagram) _____________ Feet
C. TOTAL NUMBER OF 90° ELBOWS in excess of 1: _______ = "C"
NOTE: Snorkel terminations are counted as (2) 90° elbows
D. TOTAL NUMBER OF 45° ELBOWS in excess of 1: _______ = "D"
E. 90⁰ Elbow Horizontal Equivalent: C x 3 = _________
F. 45⁰ Elbows Horizontal Equivalent: D x 1.5 = _________
G. Total Horizontal Equivalent: B + E + F = _________
Horizontal or vertical sections of pipe are measured between transition joints as shown in this image.
NOTE: Prior to enclosing the wall cavity, test fire the fireplace to ensure it is fully operational.
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VENTING EXAMPLES
EXAMPLE 1 – TWENTY6
A. Total Vertical Vent Rise:
B. Total Horizontal Vent Run:
Side View
1
__________
feet
5 ft
5
__________
feet
1
C. Total Number of 90° Elbows in excess of 1: __________
(Snorkel terminations are counted as (2) 90° elbows)
1 ft
0
D. Total Number of 45° Elbows in excess of 1: __________
3
E. 90⁰ Elbow Horizontal Equivalent: C x 3 = _____
0
F. 45⁰ Elbow Horizontal Equivalent: D x 1.5 = _____
8
G. Total Horizontal Equivalent: B + E + F = _____
EXAMPLE 2 – TWENTY6
A. Total Vertical Vent Rise:
B. Total Horizontal Vent Run:
Side View
0
__________
feet
2
__________
feet
0
C. Total Number of 90° Elbows in excess of 1: __________
(Snorkel terminations are counted as (2) 90° elbows)
2 ft
0
D. Total Number of 45° Elbows in excess of 1: __________
0
E. 90⁰ Elbow Horizontal Equivalent: C x 3 = _____
0
F. 45⁰ Elbow Horizontal Equivalent: D x 1.5 = _____
2
G. Total Horizontal Equivalent: B + E + F = _____
EXAMPLE 3 – TWENTY6
A. Total Vertical Vent Rise:
B. Total Horizontal Vent Run:
0
__________
feet
4
__________
feet
Side View
4 ft
1
C. Total Number of 90° Elbows in excess of 1: __________
Snorkel terminations are counted as (2) 90° elbows)
(Snorkel
0
D. Total Number of 45° Elbows in excess of 1: __________
3
E. 90⁰ Elbow Horizontal Equivalent: C x 3 = _____
0
F. 45⁰ Elbow Horizontal Equivalent: D x 1.5 = _____
7
G. Total Horizontal Equivalent: B + E + F = _____
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This vent configuration is NOT
ALLOWED. Refer to Vent Chart
on pages 13 and 14.
VENTING
The illustration below shows some of the many ways the TWENTY6 fireplace may be installed in the home. This
includes interior and exterior wall installations, corner installations and horizontal and vertical vent terminations.
Horizontal
Termination
Vertical
Termination
TWENTY6 Corner Kit Option
Power vent runs of up to
130ft with (8) 90⁰ elbows are
permitted when using the
SOLAS Self-Calibrating Power
Vent Kit. Refer to power vent
instructions for additional power
vent installation and operation
information.
The optional TWENTY6 corner kit is a great
space saver. Corner Installation Kit CK-26-1
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VENTING
2’
S
H
2’
2’
Covered
Alcove Detail
Vinyl Siding
2’
29.5’’
17.5’’
S
17’’
11.5’’
R
Must use Vinyl Siding
Termination Shield
P
I
E
N
F
L
D
M
Covered
Alcove Detail
U
D
G
V
K
D
J
VENT TERMINAL LOCATIONS
CANADA*
U.S.A.**
A = Clearance to the termination frame above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony 12" (30 cm)
12" (30 cm)
B = Clearance to top of doors or operable windows
12" (30 cm)
12" (30 cm)
C = Clearance to sides or bottom of door or operable windows
12" (30 cm)
9" (23 cm)
D = Clearance to permanently closed window, recommended to prevent condensation
16" (41 cm)
16" (41 cm)
E = Clearance to ventilated soffit located within a horizontal distance to 24" (61 cm)
from centerline of termination
22" (56 cm)
22" (56 cm)
F = Clearance to unventilated soffit
30" (76 cm) to combustibles
16" (41 cm) to non-combustible
30" (76 cm) to combustibles
16" (41 cm) to non-combustible
G = Clearance to outside corner
9" (23 cm)
9" (23 cm)
H = Clearance to inside corner
12" (30 cm)
12" (30 cm)
I = Clearance to each side of the vertical centerline of a meter or regulatory assembly
to a maximum vertical distance of 15ft (4.5m)
36" (91 cm)
36" (91 cm)
J = Clearance to service regulator vent outlet
36" (91 cm)
36" (91 cm)
K = Clearance to non-mechanical air supply inlet to the building or combustion air
inlet to other appliance for appliance <=100.000 BTU/H (30 KW)
12" (30 cm)
12" (30 cm)
L = Clearance to forced air supply inlet
72" (183 cm)
36" (91 cm) above air inlet
M = Clearance above paved sidewalk or paved driveway located on public property
84" (213 cm)
84" (213 cm)
N = Clearance under veranda, porch, deck, or balcony
22" to combustibles
16" to non-combustibles
22" to combustibles
16" to non-combustibles
P = Clearance above roof
24" (61 cm)
24" (61 cm)
Q = Clearance to adjacent walls and neighboring buildings
24" (61 cm)
18" (46 cm)
R = Clearance from corner in recessed location
12" (30 cm)
12" (30 cm)
S = Maximum depth of recessed location
48" (122 cm)
48" (122 cm)
T = Maximum width for back wall of recessed location
24" (61 cm)
24" (61 cm)
U = Horizontal clearance between two terminations that are level
0
0
V = Horizontal clearance (center to center) between two terminations that are not level
18" (46 cm)
18" (46 cm)
Note 1: For N a vent shall not terminate directly above the sidewalk or paved driveway which is located between two single-family dwellings and serve both dwellings.
Note 2: For P only permitted if veranda, porch, deck, or balcony is fully open on a minimum of two sides beneath the floor.
Note 3: For J, K, and as specified in CGA B149 installation co de. Local codes or regulations may vary.
* Based on CGA B149.1 Natural Gas and Propane installation code. Local codes may vary, please check with local regulatory agency.
** Based on ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 National Fuel Gas Code. Local codes may vary, please check with local regulatory agency.
NOTICE: Venting terminations shall not be recessed into a wall or siding.
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
UNPACKING THE TWENTY6 WALL MOUNT FIREPLACE
Box 2
Box 1
1. Using the adjacent images as a guide, first lift and
remove Box 1 from the carton containing the firebox.
Carefully unpack the contents of the tube and set aside.
This should include the bag of glass burner media,
the remote control handset, a hardware bag and relief
doors with gasket.
2. Next lift and remove Box 2 from the carton. Carefully
remove the contents of the tube. This includes the Top
& Bottom and Side Panels that will be attached to the
fireplace during assembly.
3. Next, remove all remaining packaging materials from
the carton.
4. Lift the firebox and the fireplace mounting plate as a
unit up and out of the carton. The best place to lift is at
sides. Remove the fireplace mounting template from
the face of the fireplace. You should now have all of the
parts as shown in the image below.
Packing
Material
The fireplace components are shipped in three cartons.
By now, you will have opened the top of the first carton,
removed the glass protector and this manual. The second
carton contains the fireplace surround. The third carton
contains the vent starter pipe, vent heat shields and air
and exhaust restrictors.
Box 1 Contents
Remote
Wall Bracket
Relief
Doors
Remote
Hardware
Glass
Media
5. Next, unpack the vent starter pipe (with attached
gasket), vent cap insulation, the inner and outer
pass-thru vent heat shields and the air and exhaust
restrictors from the second carton and set aside for
later use.
Box 2 Contents
6. Finally, unpack the fireplace surround from the third
carton and set aside on a soft surface for later use.
ide
er S
Out
op &
er T
ls
e
Pan
ls
ane
mP
to
Bot
Out
Box 3 Contents
Inner & Outer PassThrough Heat Shields
Wall Template
Starter
Pipe
Manual
Gasket
Restrictors
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
Before you begin the fireplace mounting process there are several important installation requirements that
must be met. Careful planning will make the installation easier to accomplish and will reduce the chances of
encountering problems after you start.
Note: It is important to locate electrical wiring, plumbing, etc. in the wall before beginning the installation
process. An electrician or plumber should be consulted if there is any question about wiring or plumbing
locations. Failure to locate and protect wiring or plumbing during the installation process may result in
electrical shock, gas leak, fire, and/or explosion which could cause property loss and/or death.
1. The fireplace is designed to be wall-mounted using
4 lag bolts to secure the fireplace mounting plate
to the wall structure. The mounts are located 16" on
center and 24" on center to correspond with standard
building construction. If your home has non-standard
construction or the location you have chosen for the
fireplace does not have wall studs that correspond to
location of the fireplace mounts, modifications to the
wall structure will be needed. It is critical that the 4
lag bolts that are provided for mounting the fireplace
are firmly embedded into the wall structure at all four
locations.
2. A hole must be provided in the wall for the vent to
pass through. The hole must be large enough to
provide 1 1⁄2" clearance around the outside of the
vent pipe and to allow for installation of the vent heat
shields that are provided with the fireplace. Follow the
hole size requirements that are provided below exactly
to avoid problems. If the location you have chosen
does not allow for 1 1⁄2" clearance to wooden framing in
the wall, modifications to the wall structure must made
to obtain the needed vent pipe clearance. Refer to the
Wall-Mount template on next page.
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3. All required minimum clearances to adjacent
combustible materials (including side walls, ceiling and
floor) must be achieved with the position you have
chosen. See the clearance information on page 9. The
listed clearances are measured from the outermost
front edges of the fireplace surround and not from
the fireplace body or mounting plate. In addition the
requirements for clearance to combustible materials
inside the house, there are specific requirements and
limitations that must be met for the location of the vent
terminal relative to doors, windows, corners, eaves,
gas supply components and other structural elements
of the house. Please see page 18 for those specific
requirements. Again, plan the installation in advance to
avoid problems.
4. The gas supply line must be located within a specific
area behind the fireplace. Please see page 32.
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
2.0”
LEVEL
1.8”
7.0”
3.2”
15.3”
4.3”
VENT PASSTHROUGH
Vent Hole
9.63"
For SL-26N & SL-26P Only
Gas Supply
Opening
(Choose One)
5.0”
GAS SUPPLY
CUTOUT
2.0”
TWENTY6 Wall Template
MOUNTING
HOLES
21.5”
For use with the following SÓLAS products:
SL-26N, SL-26P, VF26-NG, VF26-LP, OUT-26NG, OUT-26LP
The perimeter of this template corresponds
with the surround profile, 38.8" W x 27.35" H
Wall Mount Plate
34.6” W x 25.0” H
2.1”
Drill Holes (8)
5/32”
24.0”
16.0”
TWENTY6 WALL TEMPL ATE;12276, REV A
Once you are certain that the location you have chosen meets all the necessary mounting and safety
requirements, you can begin the installation.
1. Tape or pin the installation template to the wall in the
position where the fireplace is to be mounted. Note:
It is important that the fireplace is mounted in a level
position. Use a level placed on the cross-hairs in the
upper mounting holes or the top line on the template
and adjust the template position until the mounting
holes are level. Refer to the above illustration.
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
2. Next, carefully transfer the location of the two upper
and two lower mounting holes that you will use for your
installation. Use a sharp nail, awl or pin to pierce the
template on the mounting hole cross-hairs to insure an
accurate transfer to your wall.
4. Finally, transfer the location of the gas supply line.
Note: It is imperative to note the location of any
plumbing or electrical wiring in the wall before
beginning the installation process. Consult a plumber
or an electrician if there is any doubt about the
location of utilities.
3. Next transfer the location for the center of the vent
pass-through hole on the wall. Also transfer other
points on the diameter of the vent pass-through circle.
This will make it easier to cut the circle later.
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Vent Pass-Through (Parallel Wall Installation on an
Outside Wall)
3. Carefully cut the inner wall covering along the template
line and remove the circular wall piece.
1. An unobstructed wall pass-through (9.63" Vent Hole) is
required to allow for a safe installation of the fireplace
vent components. This will necessitate removal of a
portion of the interior wall covering (e.g., sheetrock or
plaster and lath), outer wall sheathing and outer wall
covering and any adjacent internal wall materials (like
insulation).
Note: It is imperative to note the location of
any plumbing or electrical wiring in the wall
before beginning the installation process.
Consult a plumber or an electrician if there
is any doubt about the location of utilities.
2. Use a long pilot drill (1⁄8” diameter) that is held square
and level to the inside wall to transfer the vent passthrough center location from the inner wall covering
through to the outer wall sheathing and outer wall
covering.
4. Carefully cut the gas supply opening, identified on
the template.
5. Remove any insulation materials from wall in the area
defined by the pass-through hole.
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6. Building codes in your area may require that you
add blocking above and below the vent opening.
The blocking should be above and below the 9 5⁄8”
vent opening you made in the wall and should not
obstruct that opening. The blocking should extend to
adjacent wall studs.
7. Next, mark and cut a 9 5⁄8” diameter hole through the
outer wall covering and sheathing using the locating
hole you drilled in Step 2.
4. Carefully cut the inner wall covering along the
scribed line and remove the circular wall piece.
Note: It is important to locate electrical wiring in
the wall before beginning the installation process.
An electrician should be consulted if there is any
question about wiring locations. Failure to locate
and protect wiring during the installation process
may result in electrical shock or fire.
5. Remove any insulation materials from wall in the area
defined by the pass-through hole.
6. Building codes in your area may require that you
add blocking above and below the vent opening.
The blocking should be above and below the 9 5⁄8”
vent opening you made in the wall and should not
obstruct that opening. The blocking should extend to
adjacent wall studs.
7. Next, mark and cut a 9 5⁄8” diameter hole through the
wall covering on the back side of the partition wall
using the locating hole you drilled in Step 2.
8. When installing the fireplace on a partition wall, the
venting may be penetrating one or more interior
walls, an exterior wall, the ceiling or the roof.
8. Follow the instructions included with the vent
termination (cap) to remove the appropriate amount of
outer wall covering (siding) or to install the vinyl siding
shield if used. Do not install the chimney cap at this
point.
Vent Pass-Through (Parallel Wall Installation on an
Interior Partition Wall)
1. An unobstructed wall pass-through is required to
allow for a safe installation of the fireplace vent
components. This will necessitate removal of a
portion of the interior wall covering (e.g., sheetrock
or plaster and lath), on both sides of the partition
wall and any adjacent internal wall materials (like
insulation).
2. Scribe a 9 5⁄8” diameter hole around the vent passthrough center mark using a compass.
9. It is important to lay out the locations of all vent passthroughs before you begin the installation to insure
that the venting will line-up correctly and that the
walls and ceiling meet the needed clearances to the
vent pipe.
10. The vent pass-through in the partition wall where the
fireplace is mounted must be done in accordance
with the instructions for a parallel wall installation on
an outside wall, following steps 1 through 6.
Vent Pipe (Pass-Through) Heat Shields
Special telescoping double heat shields for the vent
pipe are provided with the TWENTY6 fireplace. These
heat shields are a critical part of a safe installation.
They are designed to protect combustible materials
in the wall immediately behind the fireplace. The
only exception to this is if the corner installation kit
(Part Number CK-26-1) is used. With the corner kit,
the heat shields are installed where the venting
passes through the first adjacent side wall. See the
instructions included with the corner kit for specific
details.
3. Use a long drill (1⁄8” diameter) that is held square and
level to the inside wall to transfer the vent passthrough center location from the inner wall covering
through to the wall covering on the back side of the
partition wall.
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Installing the Fireplace Mounting Plate on the Wall
1. The fireplace mounting plate is attached to the wall
structure using four 1⁄4” X 1 1⁄2” long lag bolts and large
diameter washers that are provided with the fireplace.
It is important to use the included hardware as the full
weight of the fireplace is supported by the mounting
plate.
4. The outer vent pipe heat shield half (larger diameter)
is installed on the rear of the mounting plate. Slip the
outer shield half over the inner shield and align and
install the three screws. See photo below.
2. Drill a 5⁄32” diameter pilot hole at each of the mounting
hole locations that you marked using the template. The
pilot holes should be the full depth of the lag bolts. Be
sure that there is solid wood at each mounting location.
If not, the wall should be reconstructed to provide the
needed support.
Outer Vent Pipe Shield
(Larger Diameter, install on the
backside of the Mounting Plate)
5. The fireplace mounting plate is now ready to be lagged
to the wall structure.
3. Before the mounting plate can be lagged to the wall
the two tabbed sections of the telescoping vent pipe
heat shields that you set aside earlier must be attached
to the mounting plate. Each heat shield half is held in
place with three sheet metal screws (provided). The
inner shield half (smaller diameter) is installed from the
front of the mounting plate. Slide the inner heat shield
half through the vent pipe opening in the mounting
plate. Align the three tabs with the pilot holes in the
mounting plate (as shown in the adjacent photo) and
install the three screws.
6. With a helper pick up and align the mounting plate over
the gas supply line and line up with the four mounting
lag bolt pilot holes. These holes are recessed.
Mounting Plate Front
4 Lag Bolt Hole Locations
bosses. Use either the 16” or 24” on center holes
depending on the construction of the wall.
Inner Vent Pipe Shield
(Smaller Diameter, install on the
front of the Mounting Plate)
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Installing the Fireplace Mounting Plate on the Wall
(continued)
10. The next step is to install the vent starter pipe onto the
fireplace.
NOTE: It may be helpful to put a light coating of dish or
hand soap on the lag bolts to reduce resistance when
tightening.
11. Remove the glass panel and glass frame assembly from
the front of the firebox by loosening and removing the
four 7⁄16" bolts that are located along the top edge of the
glass frame.
7. Using the lag bolts and washers provided with the
fireplace, install the top lag bolts (with washers) first,
followed by the lower ones. Use a 7⁄16” socket wrench to
tighten the lag bolts.
12. While holding the glass panel and glass frame along
the outer edges, tip the top of the glass frame forward a
few inches.
When installing the
second top lag bolt,
ensure the mounting plate is level.
8. At this point, check to be sure that there is a 3⁄8" air gap
between the entire flat back surface of the mounting
plate and the wall surface. The gap is critical to a safe
installation and if the gap is obstructed in any way,
remove the obstruction before proceeding.
9. Next check that the brackets on the mounting plate
that hold the fireplace are level, again using a level. If
the brackets are not perfectly level, you can adjust the
right bracket by loosening the bracket fasteners and
moving the bracket until it is level with the left bracket.
Remember to tighten the bracket fasteners once you
have achieved a level position.
13. Wrap your fingers around the frame and hold the glass
and frame together while you lift the frame up and out
of the lower glass retainer. Set the glass and frame
assembly aside in a safe place.
Lower
Glass Retainer
Level Mounting Plate
Brackets
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Installing the Fireplace
14. Carefully place the fireplace with the front down on a
protected floor.
18. When the flange contacts the gasket, install the (4) #10,
5⁄16" fasteners provided with the starter pipe.
15. At this point, it is necessary to determine whether your
installation will require the addition of flow restrictors to
the combustion air inlet system or the exhaust outlet or
both. Refer to the venting section that starts on page 11
to make that determination.
16. If your installation does not require any restrictors,
place the vent starter pipe gasket on the back of the
fireplace aligning the holes in the gasket with the pilot
holes on the rear of the fireplace.
Skip to step #25 on page 29 if your installation
DOES NOT require Air Restrictor or Exhaust Restrictor.
(NOTE: Restrictors for use in vertical venting
installations only).
19. If your installation does require an air restrictor or
exhaust restrictor or both, (NOTE: Restrictors for use
in vertical venting installations only) these must be
installed before you install the vent starter pipe. Again,
refer to the venting information starting on page 11 to
determine the specific restrictor requirements for
your specific installation.
17. Align the inner pipe of the vent starter pipe with the
exhaust outlet pipe on the fireplace. The vent pipe will
fit tightly over the fireplace pipe. Gently push the starter
pipe on to the fireplace pipe until the outer
pipe flange makes contact with the starter pipe
gasket. Be sure that the holes in the starter pipe
flange align with the gasket and pilot holes.
< Exhaust Restrictor
Air Restrictor >
Installing the Vent
Starter Pipe &
Gasket
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Installing the Fireplace (con't)
20. Place the vent starter pipe gasket on the back of the
fireplace aligning the holes in the gasket with the pilot
holes on the rear of the fireplace.
21. The exhaust restrictor is installed by placing it through
the exhaust outlet pipe and resting it on the internal
baffle in the firebox. It is held in place with a movable
retainer clip. Simply hold the restrictor down against
the baffle and push the retainer up and tighten screw
to secure the restrictor. Note: Please take care to
insure that the exhaust restrictor is centered in the
exhaust outlet. Improper alignment could adversely
affect the appearance of the flames. Refer to the
adjacent images for placement of the exhaust
restrictor and clip.
22. If the air restrictor ring is required, first determine
the number of tabs that must be bent open. Before
bending any tabs, align the mounting holes in the ring
over the four pilot holes on the back of the fireplace.
When selecting the tabs to bend, it is important to
maintain the most symmetrical pattern possible.
The first tabs bent must be opposite each other and
oriented horizontally. If only one tab is specified,
orient the ring over the pilot holes so the split tabs
are oriented horizontally and bend up two opposing
half-tabs. Additional tabs should be evenly spaced
relative to the first two. With the appropriate tabs
bent, re-align the mounting holes in over the pilot
holes keeping the proper orientation AND with the
bent tabs facing away from the fireplace body.
Air Restrictor ring shown with 3 tabs open
23. Align the inner pipe of the vent starter pipe with the
exhaust outlet pipe on the fireplace. The vent pipe
will fit tightly over the fireplace pipe. Gently push the
starter pipe on to the fire-place pipe until the outer
pipe flange makes contact with the vent pipe gasket.
Be sure that the holes in the starter pipe flange align
with the gasket and pilot holes. When the flange
contacts the gasket, install the four fasteners provided
with the starter pipe.
Installing the Vent
Starter Pipe &
Gasket
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Installing the Fireplace (con't)
24. When the flange contacts the gasket, install the (4) #10,
5⁄16" fasteners provided with the starter pipe.
25. You are now ready to install the fireplace on the
mounting plate. This will require a helper as the
fireplace is quite heavy. Lift the fireplace up and
guide the vent pipe into the vent pipe opening in the
mounting plate. The vent pipe must be at the highest
location possible in the vent pipe opening (almost
touching the inner vent pipe heat shield) to allow the
mounting tabs on the rear of the fireplace to clear the
top of the mounting brackets on the mounting plate.
26. While looking in from the sides, guide the upper and
lower mounting tabs on the back of the fireplace
into the corresponding brackets on the mounting
plate. When the tabs and brackets are aligned, push
the fireplace down and in to engage the tabs in the
brackets. Note: The weight of the fireplace is carried
only on the top brackets. The bottom brackets
function simply to keep the bottom of the fireplace
from moving. Refer to the photo below.
27. If the fireplace is properly positioned on the brackets
the vent starter pipe and vent heat shields should be
concentric when viewed through the vent pass-through
in the wall. Go outside and look in the hole to confirm
this. If you are mounting the fireplace on a partition
wall, look in the pass-through using a mirror if needed.
If the vent starter pipe and vent pipe heat shields do
not appear to be concentric, check to be sure that the
mounting tabs on the fireplace are all fully engaged in
the brackets on the mounting plate and that the upper
two tabs are sitting down on the upper brackets. If they
are not, adjust the fireplace until they are.
28. The image below is a view before installing Vent
Termination Cap.
4 Mounting Plate
Brackets
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Installing the Outer Vent Heat Shields and Vent
Termination (Horizontal Installation on Outside Wall)
1. Before you install the horizontal vent termination,
you must first install the second halves of the two
telescoping vent pipe heat shields. Each shield half
simply slips over the half you previously attached to the
fireplace mounting plate and can now be seen inside
the vent pass-through in the wall.
5. Slide the vent termination (cap) into the siding recess
(or vinyl siding shield) until it bottoms out. Note: The
rear surface of the vent termination will push the
telescoping vent pipe heat shields inward. When the
vent termination is in place the heat shields will just
touch the rear surface of the termination.
2. Install the outer shield first and the inner second.
Leave at least 2” of the shields protruding past the
house sheathing.
3. Install the horizontal vent termination (vent cap). Be
sure the arrow on the cap (if present) is pointing up and
reconfirm that all the vent cap location requirements
per page 18 and the vent manufacturers requirements
are met.
4. Slip the inner and outer vent termination pipes onto
the vent starter pipe taking care to align the inner and
outer pipes to prevent damage.
6. Pull the vent cap away from the sheathing and install a
small bead of non-hardening silicone sealer around the
cap perimeter. Push the cap in place.
7. Install the mounting screws (included with the cap) to
hold the vent cap to the sheathing See the venting
manufacturers instructions for the location of the
mounting holes. Typical mounting hole locations
are shown in the adjacent photo. See the venting
manufacturers instructions for more information or
if using the vinyl siding shield.
Mounting
Holes
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Installing the Outer Vent Heat Shields
(Partition Wall Installation)
1. Before you install the additional vent pipe and elbow(s)
that will complete the venting installation, you must first
install the second sections of the vent pipe heat shields
to protect the combustible materials around the vent
pipe pass-through in the partition wall that the fireplace
is mounted on. Each shield half simply slips over the
half you previously attached to the fireplace mounting
plate and that can now be seen inside the vent passthrough in the partition wall.
2. Install the outer shield first and the inner second. Leave
at least 2" of both shields protruding past the partition
wall framing or wall covering. See photo to right
Vent Pipe Installation (Partition Wall Installation)
3. The specific details of the vent configuration from the
vent starter pipe on the fireplace to the horizontal
or vertical vent termination (cap) when the fireplace
is installed on an interior wall of the house will vary
depending on the location of the fireplace on the
wall, what is on the back side of the wall, where the
vent termination will be located (roof or exterior wall)
and on other code requirements for the location of
the vent termination as shown page 18. However, the
maximum vent length, measured along the centerline
of the pipe, from the back of the fireplace to the
start of the vent termination cannot exceed 30 feet,
including a maximum of 20 feet of vertical rise and a
maximum of 10 feet of horizontal run. If more than two
90° elbows (or equivalent 45° elbows) are needed for
your installation, the maximum amount of horizontal run
allowed is reduced. See the venting section starting on
page 11 for specific information. It is important to plan
the installation in advance so that you can accurately
locate any wall or ceiling pass-throughs and the vent
termination on the exterior wall or roof. The vent pipe
sections are available only in certain increments of
length and in adjustable length sections. Plan carefully
before you start!
5. Be sure that the two vent pipe heat shields extend
at least 2" beyond the rear side of the partition wall
adjacent to the fireplace after the venting is installed.
6. Maintain a minimum 1 1⁄2" unobstructed air space
around the vent pipe where it passes through other
interior walls, the ceiling, the exterior wall or the roof.
Note: Vent manufacturer’s instructions and some
building codes may require the addition of blocking
above and below all wall pass-throughs, the
addition of vent manufacturer supplied fire-stops,
wall thimbles, attic insulation shields, interior trim
collars, vent support brackets, or other components.
Please check with the authority having jurisdiction
in your area when planning the venting installation
to determine the specific code requirements and
exact venting components that are required for your
installation.
4. You will find it helpful to leave access to the area
behind the partition wall to facilitate installation of the
vent components. The pipe sections may have twist
lock connections which will be difficult to execute
without good access.
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Gas Supply Line
Once the vent pass-through (or pass-throughs) are
finished, the gas supply line should be installed. The
supply line should exit the wall that the fireplace will be
installed on at the location specified on the installation
template We suggest the installation of a shut-off valve in
the supply line between the wall and the connection to
the fireplace. Your professional gas installer or local gas
company will determine the specific requirements for the
gas supply line as the requirements may vary in different
locations. In every case, 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 Canadian
Installation Code, CAN/CGA B149.
Gas Connection
1. Verify that the gas type is correct for the fireplace by
looking at the rating plate that is attached to the right
side of the fireplace, adjacent to the control battery
pack. Note: The fireplace is shipped from the factory
equipped to burn the fuel listed on the rating plate.
Conversion kit information and instructions are
available on page 49.
2. The gas connection should now be made from the
gas supply line to the inlet on the fireplace. Use only a
licensed gas installer to make the connection.
3. The fireplace is shipped from the factory with a 3⁄8" tube
OD (male) flare connection.
4. The gas supply piping should have a separate gas
shut-off valve and a 1⁄8" NPT plugged tapping upstream
of the valve. We recommend installing a shut-off valve
between the gas supply line where it penetrates
the wall / fireplace mounting plate and the inlet to
the regulator on the fireplace. This will allow gas to
be shut-off to the fireplace by simply removing the
fireplace sur-round to gain access to the shut-off valve.
NOTE: The fireplace and its main burner 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 psi (3.5kPa).
NOTE: The fireplace must be isolated from the gas
supply piping system by closing the gas shut-off valve
during any pressure testing of the gas supply system at
test pressures equal to or less than 1⁄2 psi (3.5kPa). After
the gas supply has been connected, use a commercial
gas leak detector or apply a soapy water solution to all
the fittings to check for gas leaks. Never use a flame to
test for leaks.
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
Installing or Replacing the Batteries
1. The valve control module is powered by (4) “AA"
batteries. The batteries are mounted within the Valve
Receiver Module located on the right side of the fireplace attached to a drop-down mounting bracket for
easy accessibility. Refer to the adjacent photo.
2. Loosen the thumb screw on the module drop-down
mounting bracket by turning counter-clockwise until
the threads are fully disengaged from the base bracket.
3. Rotate the Valve Receiver Module and mounting
bracket. Toward you 90°.
4. Slide off the Battery compartment cover.
5. Install the (4) “AA" batteries, supplied, using the guides
inside the battery pack to show you the correct battery
orientation.
6. Replace the battery compartment cover. Rotate the
Valve Receiver Module and mounting bracket into its
home position and tighten the thumb screw to secure.
7. The remote handset is powered by (2) “AAA"
batteries. The access panel is located on the back of
the handset and simply snaps open to provide access
to the battery compartment. Install the three batteries
as shown on the label inside the remote control battery
compartment.
8. Replace the remote handset access panel.
Placing the Burner Glass Media
SÓLAS Fireplaces come standard with a
Glass Media Burner. If you have the optional
SÓLAS Log Set/Log Set Burner, please refer
to the separate Log Set Installation Manual for
instructions.
The burner glass media poly bag that you set aside
when you unpacked the fireplace contains the correct
amount of glass material to cover the burner. The entire
contents of the bag should be evenly distributed over
the burner tray.
1. Locate the burner in the fireplace. Refer to the
adjacent photo.
2. Carefully clip one corner of the poly bag to form a
pouring spout. The opening should be large enough
to allow the glass media to flow but not so large that
you can’t control the flow.
3. You will notice that the burner surface is designed
with turned-up edges that form a tray to hold the
glass media.
Burner Tray
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Placing the Burner Glass Media (continued)
4. Starting at one end, pour the glass media onto
the burner tray, keeping the pouring spout on the
poly bag toward the center of the burner to avoid
spillage of glass pieces over the sides of the burner.
See the adjacent photos.
5. Once you have poured all of the glass burner media
into the burner tray, carefully smooth the glass pieces
out so they have a uniform depth over the entire
surface of the burner. When the burner glass media
is properly placed, it should look like the adjacent
photos.
Burner Glass Media partially installed
6. NOTE: If a few pieces of glass escape over the edges
of the burner tray during installation, it is not a problem.
They will simply land in the area below the burner and
will do no harm.
Burner Glass Media fully installed
Relief Door Installation
1. The top relief doors (2) are shipped separate from the
fireplace and must be installed on the top of the firebox
at this point in the installation. NOTE: The relief doors
include a gasket that covers the full bottom surface.
Use care in handling the relief door to avoid damage
to the gasket material.
Retainers
2. The first image shows the relief openings and relief
door retainers.
3. Each relief door includes line-up tabs that correspond
to slotted retainers on the firebox.
Relief Openings
4. Tip the relief door enough to allow the rear line-up tab
to engage the rear retainer slot. Refer to the second
image.
5. Rotate the front edge of each relief door so they lineup over front retainers.
6. Gently spring the front forward so it will allow the relief
door front line-up tab to engage on the retainer. Refer
to the first image on the top of the next page.
7. The relief door should be able to move up and down
freely on the retainers if properly installed.
8. When the relief door installation is complete, the door
should be in the full down position. Refer to the second
image on the top of the next page.
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Front Tab
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Relief Door Rear Tab
Engaged with Rear
Retainer
ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
Relief Door Installation (con’t)
Relief Door front tab engaged on retainers
Relief Door shown in proper operating position
Installing the Front Glass Panel and Frame
4. Hold the frame in place with one hand and insert the
four glass frame fasteners along the top edge of the
glass frame. Tighten the fasteners until they are
hand-tight.
After burner media and relief doors have been installed,
the next step is to replace the front glass panel and frame.
1. Carefully pick up the glass and glass frame assembly by
grasping the sides of the frame and using your thumbs
and fingers to hold the glass in place within the gasket
and frame.
2. With the glass frame (and glass) held at a slight angle
(leaving room for your fingers between the frame and
the firebox) insert the bottom edge of the frame into
the frame retainer located on the bottom front of the
firebox. Take care to center the frame from left to right.
3. Once the bottom edge is in place, move your fingers
out of the way and press the top of the frame against
the firebox while pushing down to be sure the frame is
fully engaged in the frame retainer.
5. Tighten each fastener 1⁄2 turn at a time, working from
one side to the other, until the glass frame has made
contact with the firebox face along the entire top
edge. Do not over-tighten the fasteners as this can put
excessive stress on the glass.
NOTE: Fireplace must not be used without relief
doors installed. Relief door openings must be
covered by relief doors, and the relief doors
must be able to slide freely on the retainers.
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Installing the Outer Panels
The outer top and bottom panels are secured to the
fireplace mounting plate with sheet metal screws. All
other screws are philips head machine screws.
3. Locate the fastener hole at the top front edge of the
outer left side panel and align with the PEM nut in the
front of the top panel. Insert the philips head screw.
1. Install the outer top panel first. Align the three holes
along the rear edge of the panel with pilot holes along
the top edge of the fireplace mounting plate. Insert and
tighten the three sheet metal screws. A magnetic nut
driver is helpful.
4. Make sure the edges of the panel are aligned with the
edges of the top outer panel and mounting plate and
tighten all four philips head screws.
2. Install the outer left side panel next. Align the three holes
along the rear edge of the panel with the PEM nuts
along the edge of the fireplace mounting plate. Insert the
three philips head screws but do not fully tighten.
5. Position the outer right side panel so it aligns with the
three PEM nuts on the mounting plate and the front
PEM nut on the top panel. Align the rear and outer top
panel edges with the adjoining parts and insert and
tighten the four philips head screws.
6. Install the outer bottom panel next. Guide the rear
flange on the panel upward until the mounting holes in
the flange line up with the pilot holes in the mounting
plate.
7. Attach the panel to the mounting plate using sheet
metal screws along the back edge of the panel. Note:
It may make installation of the sheet metal screws
easier if you remove the two lower surround mounting
brackets from the front of the fireplace. A magnetic
nut-driver will also be helpful.
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Installing the Outer Panels (con't)
Installing the Fireplace Surround with Integrated Screen
8. Attach the outer bottom panel to the outer side panels
by aligning the fastener holes in the bottom panel with
the PEM nuts in the front corners of the bottom flanges
on the outer side panels. Insert and tighten the two
philips head screws.
The decorative surround with integrated screen for
the fireplace is held in place by four brackets. Two
are located on the top of the fireplace and two on the
bottom. There are mating brackets and catch plates on
the surround itself. Refer to the adjacent photos when
installing the surround.
1. Unpack the surround with integrated screen from
shipping box.
2. With a helper, lift the surround with integrated screen
up and identify the top by looking for the vertical
brackets that are visible from the rear of the surround.
Back of Surround (top)
Vertical Brackets
Note: Only trim kit(s) supplied by the manufacturer
shall be used in the installation of this appliance.
3. Move the surround with integrated screen into place,
generally centering the surround opening over the
glass panel. Keep the bottom of the surround tipped
slightly away from the fireplace.
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4. While looking behind the surround with integrated
screen, guide the two surround brackets onto the
forward detent of the mating brackets on the fireplace
top. You might find it easier to engage one bracket and
then the other. Lower the surround until both bracket
sets are fully mated.
6. Carefully swing the bottom of the surround with
integrated screen toward the base of the fireplace until
each of the L brackets on the surround are aligned with
the magnets on the fireplace, holding the bottom of the
surround securely on the fireplace.
Forward
Detent
Rear
Detent
Magnet
5. Carefully push the top of the surround with integrated
screen so that the surround brackets slide into the rear
detent of the mating brackets on the fireplace top.
7. To remove the surround with integrated screen, pull the
bottom edge of the surround outward to disengage the
magnets and then lift the top up and off the upper brackets.
8. To prevent damage to the surround with integrated
screen, always set the surround in a safe place while
it is removed from the fireplace.
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LIGHTING & OPERATION
FIRST FIRE INSTRUCTIONS
When operating your new fireplace for the first time, some
vapors may be released due to the 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 possible that these vapors could
set off smoke detection alarms in the immediate vicinity.
These vapors are quite normal on new appliances. We
recommend opening a window to vent the room during the
burn off period. After a few hours use, the vapors will have
disappeared and the flames will be at their normal height.
Follow these instructions for a successful first fire;
1. Turn the fireplace on in Manual Mode.
2. Set flame height to HI.
3. Let the fireplace run for 3 hours at this setting then shut
off fireplace and let it cool.
4. After the fireplace cools, turn the fireplace on in manual
mode with flame on HI.
5. Allow fireplace to run for 6 hours in this setting.
NOTE: Slight Odors may still be noticed on future uses
of the fireplace but will diminish over time. The type of
finishing materials used around the fireplace may add
odors or add to the curing time. If the fireplace has not
been used in several months, it is normal for odors to
occur caused by lint or dust that has settled on the unit
while not in use.
SERVICING
If any attention is required for your appliance, contact your
dealer quoting the model number and serial number. This
number is on the rating plate, which is located adjacent
to the control module. The replacement parts are shown
at the end of this manual. Please always quote the part
number and description when requesting spare parts.
Warranty is void if serviced by a non-licensed technician.
FIREPLACE CONTROL DEVICES
There are two ways to control your fireplace.
1. SÓLAS One-Touch Remote (S-507)
2. Optional Wall Touch Pad (WTP-1500)
The SÓLAS One-Touch Remote can be programmed to
function automatically—see pages 41-48.
The Optional Wall Touch Pad can be used to turn the flame
on, off, and to increase or decrease the flame height.
NOTE: The SÓLAS One-Touch Remote in the
AUTO mode will override the Wall Touch Pad.
FLAME SUPERVISION DEVICE
AM
PM
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
manually lighting the pilot. See full lighting instructions.
UP
ON-OFF
NOTE: Periodically conduct a visual check to ensure the
pilot and burner flames are as shown (top of page 40).
DOWN
During extreme cold weather, it is recommended that you
leave the pilot running to prevent condensation forming in
the firebox and on the glass viewing area during startup.
LIGHTING, OPERATION & RATING INFO
The Lighting, Operation and Rating information is located
on a plate on the RH side of the firebox.
To access the plate, remove the surround and grab
the plate and slide it up to read it. There is important
information on both sides of the plate.
SÓLAS One-Touch
Remote Part #S-507
Wall Touch Pad
Part #WTP-1500
(Optional)
NOTE: The Wall Touch Pad is not compatible
with the SÓLAS Self-Calibrating Power Vent
System.
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LIGHTING & OPERATION
WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, technicianal injury or loss of
life.
Flame
Flame
When lighting this appliance, follow instructions exactly.
A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device that
automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light the pilot
by hand.
Pilot Light
B. BEFORE OPERATING THE BURNER SYSTEM, smell
around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next
to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and
will settle on the floor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light the appliance.
Pilot Light Location
• Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any telephone
in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s
telephone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
C. Use only your hand to operate the gas controls. Never
use tools. If a knob will not push in or turn by hand, don’t
try to repair it, call a licensed service technician. Force
or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under
water. Immediately call a licensed service technician
to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the
control system which has been under water.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. STOP! Read the safety information above on this label.
2. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device that
automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light the pilot
by hand.
NOTE: If the pilot does not stay lit after several tries,
proceed to step 9.
7. Use the flame height adjustment buttons on either the
Remote or the optional Wall Touch Pad to adjust the flame.
To increase flame height, press and hold . To decrease
flame height, press and hold .
button on the Remote or optional
8. Press and hold the
Wall Touch Pad to set the appliance to Pilot flame only.
9. If the appliance will not operate, follow the instructions
“TO TURN OFF GAS TO THE APPLIANCE" and call your
gas service technician or gas supplier.
TO TURN OFF GAS TO THE APPLIANCE
1. To turn off gas to the appliance, push and release the
“OFF" button on either the Remote or the optional Wall
Touch Pad. An audible signal will confirm.
2. TO TURN OFF THE GAS SUPPLY TO THE APPLIANCE,
close the shut-off valve on the gas supply line to the
appliance.
3. Confirm that the remote LCD display says “OFF”. Visually
check there is no pilot flame visible inside the fireplace.
AM
PM
4. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for
gas including near the floor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow
“B" in the safety information above. If you don’t smell gas,
proceed to step 5.
5. Using either the Remote or the optional Wall Touch Pad,
press and hold the “ON/OFF" button for 4 seconds. An
audible signal confirms the start sequence has begun.
HI Flame
ON/OFF
6. Continuing beeps confirm the ignition is in process. Once
lighting the pilot flame should appear as shown below.
Once the pilot is confirmed, the main burner ignites on high.
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LO Flame
SÓLAS ONE-TOUCH REMOTE OPERATION
SÓLAS ONE-TOUCH REMOTE
PAIRING SET-UP
The Control Module and the Remote must be paired
before the first use. This has been completed for you
at the factory. Refer to the section below if the Control
Module and Remote lose synchronization.
1. Insert two AAA alkaline batteries in the Remote. Only
use brand name alkaline batteries, such as Duracell or
Energizer.
2. Four AA alkaline batteries are installed in the Control
Module (shown below).
3. Locate the RESET button on the front side of the
Control Module.
4. Press and hold the Control Module’s RESET button until
you hear one short beep and one long beep. After the
second beep, release the reset button.
5. Within the subsequent 20 seconds, press and hold
the button on the Remote for 2-3 seconds.
will be displayed and flash on the Remote during the
pairing sequence. The Remote will count up from 1 to
8, and you will hear two short beeps confirming the
pairing is complete.
If you hear one long beep, the pairing sequence has
failed or the wiring is incorrect.
This is a one time pairing and is not required when
changing the batteries of the Remote or Control Module.
The remote control system is now ready to use.
SÓLAS One-Touch
Programmable
Thermostatic Remote
Part #S-507
NOTE: The batteries in your SÓLAS One-Touch
remote control and control module are to be
replaced annually.
RESET Button
SÓLAS One-Touch
Control Module
Part #S-504
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SÓLAS ONE-TOUCH REMOTE OPERATION
HOW TO TURN YOUR FIREPLACE OFF
(INCLUDING PILOT)
Familiarize yourself with each of these methods before
operating your fireplace.
Remote and Wall Touch Pad: Press and hold the ON-OFF
button for a second (either on the Remote or the optional
Wall Touch Pad).
If the flames are on, they go down and you hear the valve
motor wind down. You hear a clunk and a beep indicating
that the valve has received the signal from the Remote.
AM
PM
Countdown
Timer
Thermostatic
Mode
ON/OFF
Increase Flame
Program
Mode
Decrease Flame
Split Flow Mode
Auxiliary Feature
HOW TO ENSURE YOUR FIREPLACE
CANNOT BE TURNED ON
INADVERTENTLY
Main Display
(not used)
(not used)
Light (not used)
Comfort Blower
(not
used)if unit is
(used
equipped with
blower)
You can use the following method to ensure that your
fireplace will not turn on when you don’t want it on.
First, ensure your fireplace is turned off—including the
pilot—and cold BEFORE going ahead.
SÓLAS One-Touch
Programmable
Thermostatic Remote
Part #S-507
• Close the shut-off valve on the gas supply line to
the appliance.
• Remove all batteries from the Control Module as well as
the batteries from the Remote.
• If unit is hardwired, shut-off power at the breaker.
Automatic Shut-Off (in certain conditions)
Your fireplace’s Remote is equipped with an automatic
shut-off mechanism which is activated in certain
conditions. See page 47 in the Remote Control Operation
section for a description of this feature.
UP
ON-OFF
NOTE: Before using the remote control system for
the first time, the Control Module and the Remote are
synchronized at the factory. See the section SÓLAS
Remote Pairing Set-up on page 41 of this manual if the
Control Module and Remote lose synchronization.
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IMPORTANT: BEFORE YOU BEGIN, please note that
with this system, the settings of time, temperature and
automatic ON/OFF can only be programmed when the
function display is flashing. Be patient when programming
as it does take time to set-up.
SÓLAS Wall Touch Pad*
(Optional)
Part #WTP-1500
*Not Compatible with SÓLAS Self-Calibrating Power Vent Kit
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SÓLAS ONE-TOUCH REMOTE OPERATION
ONE-TOUCH REMOTE MAIN DISPLAY OVERVIEW
Child Proof
Time
Signal Indicator
Thermostatic Mode
Battery Status
AM
PM
Countdown Timer
Comfort Blower
(not used)
°F or °C
Program Mode
Light (not used)
ON
OFF
Split Flow Mode
(not used)
Temperature
Auxiliary Feature (not used)
DO NOT leave the Remote on the hearth, mantel, or on top of the
fireplace. Use the Remote wall mount holder provided.
The SÓLAS One-Touch
Remote Control comes
with a wall bracket.
Mount the wall
bracket in the same
room as the fireplace.
Approximately 8-10
feet from the fireplace.
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SÓLAS ONE-TOUCH REMOTE OPERATION
TO TURN ON FIREPLACE
TO TURN OFF FIRE
• Press
to turn OFF.
When the pilot is off, it will
take 2 minutes before it
can be lit again.
CAUTION
WHEN PILOT IGNITION IS CONFIRMED, MOTOR
TURNS AUTOMATICALLY TO MAXIMUM FLAME
HEIGHT.
NOTE: There is a 2 minute delay
One-Touch Lighting (default):
AM
PM
after switching off before the next
ignition is possible.
Press and hold
for 4 seconds,
until 8 short beeps and a blinking
series of lines confirms the start
sequence has begun. Release
button.
Main gas flows once pilot ignition
is confirmed.
Remote automatically goes into
manual mode after main burner
ignition. The fireplace will default
to HI flame.
CAUTION
Always check the fire and pilot visually to ensure they
are off.
FLAME HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
AM
PM
To decrease flame height, press and
hold . You may hold the button
down until the fire is set to pilot
flame only.
STANDBY MODE (PILOT FLAME)
AM
PM
To increase flame height, press and
hold .
Press and hold
to set
appliance to pilot flame.
DESIGNATE LOW AND HIGH FIRE
AM
NOTE: Flame goes to high fire first
before going to designated low fire.
CAUTION
If the pilot does not stay lit after several tries call your
local service technician or gas supplier.
AM
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Double-Click DOWN Arrow
button. “LO" is displayed.
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Double-Click UP Arrow
button.
Flame automatically foes to high
fire. “HI" will be displayed.
SÓLAS ONE-TOUCH REMOTE OPERATION
SETTING CELSIUS OR FAHRENHEIT
To change between °C and °F, press and hold
simultaneously.
CHILD PROOF
+
Your Remote can be set to lock out all commands to the
fireplace, except OFF.
Note: When Remote is in °C
(Celsius) mode the clock will
be 24-hour. When Remote is
in °F (Fahrenheit) mode the
clock will be 12-hour.
AM
PM
To turn Child Proof ON:
1. Press and hold
+
simultaneously.
is displayed. Child Proof is now active.
2.
To turn Child Proof OFF:
1. Press and hold
2.
+
simultaneously.
disappears. Child Proof is now inactive, and the
Remote has full function.
COUNTDOWN TIMER
SETTING THE TIME
1. Press
+
simultaneously. Day flashes.
2. Press + to select a number to correspond
with the day of the week.
• 1 = Monday
• 2 = Tuesday
• 3 = Wednesday
• 4 = Thursday
• 5 = Friday
• 6 = Saturday
• 7 = Sunday
+
3. Press
simultaneously. Hour flashes.
4. To select hour press
+
5. Press
or
.
simultaneously. Minutes flash.
6. To select minutes press
7. To confirm, press
or
or
You can set your fireplace to automatically turn off at the
end of a timer.
To set a Countdown Timer:
until
1. Press and hold
displayed. Hour flashes.
is
to select Hour.
2. Press or
3. To confirm, press . Minutes flash.
to select Minutes.
4. Press or
or wait.
5. To confirm, press
To turn off a Countdown Timer:
1. Press , and the
disappears.
countdown
NOTE: The Countdown Timer only works in Manual and
Thermostatic modes. Maximum countdown time is
9 hours and 50 minutes.
.
simultaneously or wait.
AM
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SÓLAS ONE-TOUCH REMOTE OPERATION
MODES OF OPERATION
Manual Mode
The ON/OFF status of the fireplace, as well as flame
height, are manually controlled by the user.
NOTE: The set temperature for Thermostatic Mode is the
temperature for the ON time in Program Mode.
Changing the Thermostatic Mode set temperature
also changes the ON time temperature in
Program Mode.
Default Settings:
Thermostatic Mode
The room temperature is measured
and compared to the set temperature.
The flame height is automatically
adjusted to achieve the set
temperature.
• ON TIME (Thermostatic) TEMPERATURE: 70°F / 21°C
" (pilot flame only)
• OFF TIME TEMPERATURE: “
Temperature Setting:
ON:
Press . is displayed. Preset
temperature displays briefly, followed by the room
temperature.
Setting Desired Temperature:
until
flashes. ON and
1. Press and hold
set temperature (set in Thermostatic Mode)
is displayed.
or wait.
2. To continue, press
displayed, temperature flashes.
, OFF
1. Press and hold until is displayed
and set temperature flashes.
2. To adjust set temperature,
press or .
3. To confirm, press or wait.
3. Select off temperature by pressing
OFF:
Day Setting:
1. Press
4. To confirm, press
or
3. Press
to go to Program Mode.
to go to Manual Mode.
Program Mode
The temperature is controlled by
Programs 1 and 2, each of which can
be set to go on and off at specific
times, at a set temperature.
or
.
.
NOTE: The on (Thermostatic) and off set temperatures
are the same for each day.
.
2. Press
ON
ON
OFF
to choose
1. ALL flashes. Press or
between:
• ALL = same settings ON-OFF every day
• SA:SU = same settings ON-OFF Saturday
and Sunday
• 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 = daily timer—unique
ON-OFF settings for a single day of the
week, for multiple days of the week or for
every day of the week.
2. To confirm, press
.
ALL Selected
On Time Setting (PROGRAM 1)
1.
ON:
Press .
, 1 or 2, ON or OFF are displayed.
2. To select hour, press
OFF:
1. Press , or
Manual Mode.
to go to
2. Press to go to Thermostatic Mode.
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, 1, ON are displayed.
ALL is displayed briefly. Hour flashes.
PROGRAM MODE
ON
OFF
or
.
, 1, ON are
3. To confirm, press .
displayed. ALL displayed briefly.
Minutes flash.
4. To select minutes, press
5. To confirm, press
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.
or
.
ON
SÓLAS ONE-TOUCH REMOTE OPERATION
LOW BATTERY INDICATION
PROGRAM MODE (Continued)
Off Time Setting (PROGRAM 1)
1.
CAUTION
, 1, OFF are displayed. ALL is
displayed briefly. Hour flashes.
2. To select hour, press
or
Do not use a screwdriver or other metallic object
to remove the batteries from the Control Module
battery holder or the Remote. This could cause a
short circuit.
OFF
.
, 1, OFF
3. To confirm, press .
are displayed. ALL displayed
briefly. Minutes flash.
4. To select minutes, press
5. To confirm, press
or
.
.
NOTE: Either continue to PROGRAM 2 and set ON and
OFF times or stop programming at this point, and
PROGRAM 2 remains deactivated.
NOTE: PROGRAM 1 and 2 use the same ON
(Thermostatic) and OFF temperatures. Once a
new ON (Thermostatic) and/or OFF temperature
has been set, that temperature becomes the new
default setting.
NOTE: ON and OFF times programmed for PROGRAM 1
and PROGRAM 2 become the new default times.
The batteries must be removed to clear the PROGRAM 1
and PROGRAM 2 ON and OFF times and temperatures.
Remote
will show when the battery needs
The battery icon
to be replaced. Replace with two 1.5 V AAA alkaline
batteries.
Control Module
Frequent beeps for 3 seconds when the motor turns
indicate the batteries in the battery holder of the Control
Module need to be replaced. Replace with four 1.5 V AA
alkaline batteries.
AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF
SA: SU or Daily Timer (1-7) Selected
• Set ON time and OFF time using the same procedure
as “ALL Selected” above.
• Waiting to finish setting.
NOTE: The batteries in your SÓLAS One-Touch
remote control and control module are to be
replaced annually. Only use brand-name alkaline
batteries such as Duracell or Energizer.
Countdown Timer
At the end of countdown time period, the fire turns
off. The Countdown Timer only works in Manual and
Thermostatic. Maximum countdown time is 9 hours and
50 minutes.
Seven Day Shut Off
If there is no activity for 7 days, the SÓLAS fireplace will
automatically shut down the pilot as required by certain
jurisdictions.
AUTOMATIC TURN DOWN
3 Hour No Communication Function
If your fireplace and remote are inactive for three hours—
for example, if the remote is left in another room—your
fireplace automatically turns down to pilot.
Benefit
SÓLAS products are designed with a focus on safety and
environmental responsibility. This will help save fuel and
is an environmental benefit. Program the temperature
and timer modes to maximize your heating efficiency.
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ERROR
CODE
F04
MESSAGE
F04
DURATION OF
DISPLAY
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
4 seconds
• No pilot flame within 30 sec
• Note: After 3 failed ignition
sequences, F06 shown
• No gas supply
• Air in pilot supply line
• No spark
• Reversed polarity in thermocouple
wiring
• No gas supply
• Air in pilot supply line
• No spark
• Reversed polarity in
thermocouple wiring
• Incorrect pilot orifice if valve has
been converted from LPG to NG
or vice versa
F06
F06
4 seconds
• 3 failed ignition sequences
in 5 minutes
• Fire is not responding,
no pilot flame
F07
Low Battery
Symbol
Permanent
• Battery icon flashes on
Remote display
• Low battery in Remote
F09
F09
4 seconds
• Fire is not responding
• No electronic control of fire
• Down arrow button
was not
pressed during pairing
• Control Module and Remote are
not synced
• Fire is not responding
• Intermittent response
• No electronic control of fire
• No or bad connection between
Control Module and Remote
• No power at Control Module
(batteries low)
• Low communication range
(main adapter faulty, Remote
not communicating with
Control Module)
F46
F46
4 seconds
SÓLAS ONE-TOUCH REMOTE TIPS
• Double-click
flame setting.
to go directly to LO (lowest)
• Don’t leave the Remote on the mantel or hearth or any
hot surfaces. Use the Remote wall holder provided.
• Double-click
flame setting.
to go directly to HI (highest)
• To keep out of children’s reach, use the Remote wall
holder provided.
• Only use brand name alkaline batteries, such as
Duracell or Energizer.
• When using the Remote, it should be within 15 feet
(4.5 meters) of the fireplace.
• Be patient when programming: it takes time to set-up.
• Once you turn a pilot off, it takes a few minutes before
your can turn it back on.
Your SÓLAS Dealer is here to help, if you have any trouble with your SÓLAS
Fireplace or SÓLAS One-Touch Remote. Please contact your Dealer for support.
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GAS CONVERSION
This appliance is field convertible when a SÓLAS gas conversion kit is used. Gas conversions
must be performed by a licensed service technician. Before servicing the appliance, shut off gas
and electrical power to the unit.
PART #
DESCRIPTION
SÓLAS CONVERSION KIT CONTENTS
SL26-LPC
TWENTY6 LP CONVERSION KIT
#27 PILOT ORIFICE
#55 LP BURNER ORIFICE – 1PC
#8 SCREW – 1PC
Gas Conversion Labels
SL26-NGC
TWENTY6 NG CONVERSION KIT
#35 PILOT ORIFICE
#5/64” NG BURNER ORIFICE – 1PC
NG Inlet Tube Collar–1PC
#8 SCREW – 1PC
Gas Conversion Labels
1. Remove the surround with integrated screen. Pull the
bottom edge of the surround outward to disengage
the magnets and then lift the top up and off the upper
brackets. To prevent damage to the surround with
integrated screen, always set the surround in a safe
place while it is removed from the fireplace.
3. Remove the bottom outer panel by removing the #10
sheet metal screws, using a 5⁄16 nut driver or ratchet
with extension.
4. Remove the 2 Phillips head screws from the outer
edges of the bottom outer panel.
2. Remove front glass panel and frame. Refer to page 35
(Installing the Front Glass Panel and Frame section)
Reverse steps starting with Step 5 and end with Step 1.
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5. Locate and remove the (4) #10 sheet metal screws
that hold the burner into the firebox. These are
located on the outer edges below the burner. See
photos below.
7. With the burner out of the fireplace, using a 9⁄16” deep
socket, remove the orifice and replace it with the
correct fuel you are converting to.
Screws
8. Next convert the burner to the fuel desired. When
converting to propane, remove the collar on the
burner inlet tube. When converting to natural gas
install the collar over the burner inlet tube and secure
with a #8 sheet metal screw provided using a ¼”
nut driver.
Screws
6. Slide the burner to the right and then up to
disengage from orifice.
Collar OFF for LP
Collar ON for NG
9. Using a nut driver, remove the (2) sheet metal screws
that hold the pilot assembly in place.
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GAS CONVERSION
10. Lift the pilot assembly into the fireplace which
will give you access to the fittings under the pilot
assembly. Take extra caution to not damage ceramic
electrode on pilot assembly.
12. Once the pilot gas line is tightened, reinstall the
pilot assembly in the fireplace using the two #10
sheet metal screws provided. Ensure pilot gasket is
intact.
13. Reinstall burner and media into fireplace with
#10 sheet metal screws from the bottom that you
removed in step 5.
GAS FLOW ADJUSTMENT
11. Using a 10mm wrench, remove the pilot gas line and
swap the pilot orifice with the one supplied in the
conversion kit. Be sure that the pilot orifice is fully
seated and the pilot gas line is tightened properly
to prevent leaks around the orifice. If not seated
properly this will cause an unusually high pilot flame.
It is required you adjust the gas valve when converting
the fireplace.
1. Locate and remove the pressure conversion brass
plug and set it for NG or LP accordingly. Reinstall
and tighten.
Pilot orifice
correctly seated
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2. Confirm inlet pressure of gas (right pressure tap on
valve) is between 5.5" w.c. to 10.0" w.c. for natural
gas and 11" w.c. to 13" w.c. for propane. If pressure is
not within these parameters, correct any gas supply
pressure issue before continuing with conversion.
Close the pressure tap.
MANIFOLD
6. With the fireplace set on the lowest flame level, set
the low manifold pressure by adjusting the 4mm allen
screw on the bottom side of the valve. Refer to the
chart below for low manifold pressure settings which
vary per model fireplace.
INLET
3. Install a pressure gauge on the outlet pressure tap
on the valve.
7. Ensure all pressure taps are closed and check all
connections/pressure taps for leaks.
4. Light the fireplace using the remote control.
5. With the fireplace set on the highest flame level, set
the high manifold pressure by adjusting the small flat
screw set within the brass pressure conversion plug.
Refer to the chart below for high pressure settings
which vary per model fireplace.
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MODEL
HIGH PRESSURE
LOW PRESSURE
TWENTY6 - NG
4.8"w.c. / 1.2kPa
1.25"w.c. / 0.31kPa
TWENTY6 - LP
10.0” w.c. / 2.5kPa
4.2” w.c. / 1.1kPa
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GAS CONVERSION
GAS CONVERSION LABEL INSTRUCTIONS
1. When converting this fireplace, use a permanent marker to complete the supplied gas conversion label then affix it to
the right side of fireplace above the control module as pictured below.
S ÓL AS
This fireplace has been converted in the field. This label must
be filled out with indelible ink and affixed in a conspicuous
location near the appliance listing label.
Appliance Model: ______________
Converted to: ■ NG
■ LP
Gas Conversion Kit No. ____________________________________
This Appliance was Converted on (MM/DD/YYYY): ______________
This Gas Conversion was Completed by: ______________________
Address: _______________________________________________
______________________________________________________
CAUTION:
This gas conversion must be completed by a licensed gas installer.
Manufactured by: Progressive Manufacturing Inc., 452 Sunapee St., Newport, NH 03773 USA
2. Affix the supplied rating plate conversion label to the rating plate. Be sure to not cover the Model and Gas Pressure
information for the model and fuel you are converting to. With a permanent marker, check off the fuel type you are
converting to.
This Fireplace
has been
converted.
This Fireplace
has been
converted.
See conversion
label in fireplace.
See conversion
label in fireplace.
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MAINTENANCE
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
A licensed service agency should conduct an annual
inspection and maintenance of your SÓLAS Gas Fireplace
including the overall installation and venting to keep
it running safely. The following procedures should be
performed only by a licensed service technician. The
gas supply should be turned off and the stove should be
completely cool whenever a maintenance procedure is
performed. All parts of the appliance that are removed for
servicing must be replaced prior to operation.
This appliance should be inspected before use and
at least annually by a licensed service technician.
More frequent cleaning may be required due to
excessive dust or lint from carpeting, bedding
materials, pets, etc. It is imperative that control
compartments and circulating air passageways of
this appliance be kept clean.
CLEANING THE BURNER & FIREBOX
WARNING: Never clean the Glass or Enamel Panels
while they are hot. Do not use abrasive cleaners or
cleaners containing ammonia.
When the fireplace is first operated, there may be some
vapors and a visible white film left on the glass and
panels. This white film, a mineral deposit, is a normal
by-product of the combustion process in a gas appliance.
The composition of the deposit varies with location and
time and is believed to be associated with varying sulfur
content in the gas. You may experience this problem
intermittently.
We have consulted with ceramic glass manufacturers and
they cannot offer a definitive solution to the issue. The
following are recommendations only and are not meant
to guarantee results. NOTE: This is an issue beyond
SÓLAS’s control and is not covered under warranty.
During the annual inspection and maintenance
appointment, the service technician should clean the
burner and firebox. To gain access to the firebox and
burner, reverse steps 1-5 on page 35 of this manual.
• Clean the glass and porcelain enamel panels regularly
as soon as you notice a white film build-up. If the film is
left for a longer period of time it will etch into the glass
and may be harder or impossible to remove.
DO NOT USE A VACUUM CLEANER TO CLEAN THE
GLASS BURNER MEDIA.
• NEVER use an abrasive cleaner or an Ammonia-based
cleaner on the ceramic glass. An abrasive cleaner will
compromise the strength of the glass, An emulsion type
cleaner is recommended.
A vacuum cleaner may be used to clean the metal parts
of the firebox. Leave the glass burner media in place.
Use a soft brush to clean the burner glass media. If the
burner media does need to be removed, carefully scoop
it off the burner and avoid dropping glass pieces in the air
gaps around the burner. Follow the instructions on pages
33 and 34 of this manual when replacing the burner
media on the burner top.
After service is complete, replace front glass panel and
frame, following steps 1-5 on page 35 of this manual.
AIR FLOW
The SÓLAS Gas Fireplace utilizes a convection air heat
exchange system to maximize heat delivered from the
fireplace. It is important that air flows freely through the
convection air system and out the air grills. Do not place
objects against the fireplace that will block the convection
air inlet flow or in front of any air outlet.
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CLEANING GLASS AND PORCELAIN
ENAMEL PANELS
• Use a damp, soft micro-fiber cloth or cotton cloth to
apply the cleaner. Dry glass with a soft, dry cloth. (Paper
towels and synthetic materials are abrasive to ceramic
glass and should not be used)
• We have had good results from the following products,
however we cannot guarantee results; Brasso, Polish
Plus by Kel-kem, Cook Top Clean Creme by Elco, White
Off by Rutland, Turtle Wax.
• DO NOT CLEAN GLASS WHILE IT IS HOT!
NOTE: The batteries in your SÓLAS One-Touch
remote control and control module are to be
replaced annually. Only use brand name alkaline
batteries such as Duracell or Energizer.
S Ó L AS CO NTE MPO R ARY F IR E
MAINTENANCE
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
CONTROL MODULE BATTERIES
Inside your fireplace, there are (4) AA batteries installed
inside of the control module.
4. The cover on the control module slides up, exposing
the (4) AA batteries. Replace with (4) AA alkaline
batteries, making sure the battery orientation is correct.
SÓLAS recommends using a name brand battery such
as Duracell or Energizer.
Frequent beeps for 3 seconds when the motor turns
indicates the batteries inside the Control Module are low.
1. Remove surround from Fireplace. Reversing steps as
shown on pages 37-38.
2. Loosen silver thumb screw located on the top right side
of the control module.
5. Replace the battery cover, slide control module back
into the fireplace and tighten silver thumb screw.
6. To reinstall the Fireplace surround, follow the steps on
page 37-38.
SÓLAS ONE-TOUCH REMOTE
BATTERIES
3. Slide the control module assembly up and to the
left as shown.
Your remote display will indicate when the batteries
are low
.
The remote uses (2) AAA alkaline batteries— when
replacing, be sure the battery orientation is correct.
SÓLAS recommends using a name brand such as
Duracell or Energizer.
The batteries should last one full season, depending on
usage.
Remove the batteries in the off-season to extend
battery life.
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MAINTENANCE LOG
We strongly recommend that you keep a log of the regular maintenance that is performed on your
SÓLAS fireplace. We have provided the maintenance form below to make it easy. Simply ask your
licensed service technician to fill out one of the maintenance record forms below each time the
fireplace is serviced. This will help insure that all of the required maintenance procedures have
been completed, at least annually. Regular maintenance will help keep the fireplace functioning in
a safe and reliable manner. Additional forms are available from your installer or service technician
when needed.
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Date of Service: ___________________________
Date of Service: ___________________________
Serviced By: ______________________________
Serviced By: ______________________________
Service Performed:
■ Clean Burner & Firebox
Service Performed:
■ Clean Burner & Firebox
■ Clean Control Area
■ Clean Control Area
■ Clean Convection Air System
■ Clean Convection Air System
■ Leak Test Gas Connections
■ Leak Test Gas Connections
■ Replace Batteries in Control Module & Remote
■ Replace Batteries in Control Module & Remote
■ Clean Firebox Panels and Glass
■ Clean Firebox Panels and Glass
■ Other__________________________________
■ Other__________________________________
Date of Service: ___________________________
Date of Service: ___________________________
Serviced By: ______________________________
Serviced By: ______________________________
Service Performed:
■ Clean Burner & Firebox
Service Performed:
■ Clean Burner & Firebox
■ Clean Control Area
■ Clean Control Area
■ Clean Convection Air System
■ Clean Convection Air System
■ Leak Test Gas Connections
■ Leak Test Gas Connections
■ Replace Batteries in Control Module & Remote
■ Replace Batteries in Control Module & Remote
■ Clean Firebox Panels and Glass
■ Clean Firebox Panels and Glass
■ Other__________________________________
■ Other__________________________________
Date of Service: ___________________________
Date of Service: ___________________________
Serviced By: ______________________________
Serviced By: ______________________________
Service Performed:
■ Clean Burner & Firebox
Service Performed:
■ Clean Burner & Firebox
■ Clean Control Area
■ Clean Control Area
■ Clean Convection Air System
■ Clean Convection Air System
■ Leak Test Gas Connections
■ Leak Test Gas Connections
■ Replace Batteries in Control Module & Remote
■ Replace Batteries in Control Module & Remote
■ Clean Firebox Panels and Glass
■ Clean Firebox Panels and Glass
■ Other__________________________________
■ Other__________________________________
S Ó L AS CO NTE MPO R ARY F IR E
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST
PART NAME
P/N
PART NAME
P/N
Pilot Head NG/LP
26-501
5⁄64" Burner Orifice (NG)
26N-509
Pilot Thermocouple*
M26-502*
#55 Burner Orifice (LP)
26P-509
#35 Pilot Orifice (NG)
26N-503
Burner Glass Media – Clear
26-511
#27 Pilot Orifice (LP)
26P-503
Burner Module (NG)
26N-901
SÓLAS One-Touch Control Module
S-504
Burner Module (LP)
26P-901
Wall Touch Pad** (Optional)
WTP-1500
Firebox Panel – Rear
26-512
SÓLAS One-Touch Remote
S-507
Firebox Panel – Left
26-513
Gas Valve (Maxitrol)
M46-515
Firebox Panel – Right
26-514
TC Line Red
M46-701
Thermocouple Interrupter Block
M46-703
TC Line Yellow
M46-702
8-Wire Connecting Cable
M46-704
Glass Assy (including gasket & frame)
26-510
*This is a quick response thermocouple. Replace it only with SÓLAS Part Number M26-502.
**Not Compatible with SÓLAS Self-Calibrating Power Vent Kit
For Replacement Parts and customer service,
contact your SÓLAS Dealer or;
SÓLAS, LLC
452 Sunapee Street, Newport, NH 03773
P (603) 298-5169 [email protected]
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CONTROL SCHEMATIC
Pilot Assembly
8 Wire
Connecting
Cable
GV60 Gas Valve
Thermocouple
Thermo Current
Yellow Cable
Integrated Interrupter Block
Thermo Current
Red Cable
Electrode (Ignition) Cable
UP
ON-OFF
DOWN
AM
PM
SÓLAS One-Touch
Remote Handset
Control Module
Wall Touch Pad*
(Optional)
*Not Compatible with
SÓLAS Self-Calibrating
Power Vent Kit
Caution
Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing
the controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and
dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after
servicing.
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For Replacement Parts and customer service,
contact your SÓLAS Dealer or;
SÓLAS, LLC
452 Sunapee Street, Newport, NH 03773
P (603) 298-5169 [email protected]
S Ó L AS CO NTE MPO R ARY F IR E
WARRANTY INFORMATION
THE WARRANTY
SÓLAS, LLC, a division of Progressive Manufacturing, Inc. (“SÓLAS"), Limited Lifetime
Warranty warrants your SÓLAS brand gas fireplace (“Product") to be free from defects
in materials and workmanship at the time of manufacture. The Product body and
firebox carry the Limited Lifetime Warranty on workmanship defects causing loss
of structural integrity. Ceramic glass carries the Limited Lifetime Warranty against
thermal breakage only. After installation, if covered components manufactured by
SÓLAS are found to be defective in material or workmanship during the Limited
Lifetime Warranty period and while the Product remains at the site of the original
installation, SÓLAS will, at its option, repair or replace the covered components. If
repair or replacement is not commercially practical, SÓLAS will, at its option, refund
the purchase price or wholesale price of the SÓLAS product, whichever is applicable.
SÓLAS will also pay their prevailing labor rates, as determined in its sole discretion,
incurred in repairing or replacing such components during the warranty period.
THERE ARE EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS to this Limited Lifetime Warranty as
described herein.
COVERAGE COMMENCEMENT DATE
Warranty coverage begins on the date of installation. The warranty shall commence
no later than 24 months following the date of product shipment from SÓLAS,
regardless of the installation date.
EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS
This Limited Lifetime Warranty applies only if the Product is installed in the United
States or Canada and only if operated and maintained in accordance with the
printed instructions accompanying the Product and in compliance with all applicable
installation and building codes and good trade practices.
This warranty is non-transferable and extends to the original owner only. The Product
must be purchased through a listed supplier of SÓLAS and proof of purchase must
be provided. The Product body and firebox carry the Limited Lifetime Warranty. The
following do not carry the Limited Lifetime Warranty, but are warranted as follows:
• Burner – Repair or replacement for three years from date of installation.
• Gas components & electrical components – Repair or replacement for one
year from date of installation.
• Blowers & remote controls – Repair or replacement for one year from the
date of installation.
• Porcelain Firebox Liners – Replacement for one year against cracking or
breakage due to thermal stress from date of installation. Excludes surface and
hairline cracks and scratches or slight color changes that do not affect the
operation or safety of the unit.
• Gaskets – Repair or replacement for one year from the date of installation.
• Surrounds – Replacement for one year against cracking or breakage due to
thermal stress. Excludes surface and hairline cracks and scratches or slight
color changes that do not affect the operation or safety of the unit.
• Labor coverage – Prevailing SÓLAS rates apply for the warranty period of the
component. SÓLAS will not be liable for travel costs for service work.
SÓLAS will not be responsible for: (a) damages caused by normal wear and tear,
accident, riot, fire, flood, or acts of God; (b) damages caused by abuse, negligence,
misuse, or unauthorized alteration or repair of the Product affecting its stability or
performance. The Product must be subjected to normal use. The product is designed
to burn either natural or propane gas only. Burning conventional fuels such as wood,
coal or any other solid fuel will cause damage to the Product, will produce excessive
temperatures and could result in a fire hazard. (c) Damages caused by failing to
provide proper maintenance and service in accordance with the instructions provided
with the Product; (d) damages, repairs or inefficiency resulting from faulty installation
or application of the Product.
Discoloration and some minor expansion, contraction, or movement of certain parts
and resulting noise is normal and not a defect, and, therefore, not covered under
warranty. The installer must ensure the appliance is burning as per the rating tag
at the time of installation. Over-firing (operation above the listed BTU rate) of this
appliance can cause serious damage and will nullify this warranty.
Damage to stainless steel, gold, nickel or porcelain enameled surfaces caused by
fingerprints, scratches, melted items, or other external sources left on these surfaces
from the use of cleaners is not covered in this warranty.
SÓLAS is not responsible for inadequate fireplace system draft caused by air
conditioning and heating systems, mechanical ventilation systems, or general
construction conditions which may generate negative pressure in the room in which
the appliance is installed. Additionally, SÓLAS assumes no responsibility for drafting
conditions caused by venting configurations, adjoining trees or buildings, adverse
wind conditions or unusual environmental factors and conditions that affect the
operation of the unit.
This Limited Lifetime Warranty covers only parts and labor as provided herein. In no
case shall SÓLAS be responsible for materials, components, or construction, which
are not manufactured or supplied by SÓLAS or for the labor necessary to install,
repair, or remove such materials, components, or construction. Additional utility
bills incurred due to any malfunction or defect in equipment are not covered by this
warranty. All replacement or repair components will be shipped F.O.B. from the
nearest stocking SÓLAS facility.
LIMITATION ON LIABILITY
It is expressly agreed and understood that SÓLAS’ sole obligation and the
purchaser’s exclusive remedy under this warranty, under any other warranty,
expressed or implied, or in contract, tort or otherwise, shall be limited to replacement,
repair, or refund, as specified herein.
In no event shall SÓLAS be liable for any incidental or consequential damages
caused by defects in the Product, whether such damage occurs or is discovered
before or after repair or replacement, and whether such damage is caused by
SÓLAS’ negligence. SÓLAS has not made and does not make any representation or
warranty of fitness for a particular use or purpose, and there is no implied condition of
fitness for a particular purpose.
SÓLAS makes no expressed warranties except as stated in this Limited Lifetime
Warranty. The duration of any implied warranty is limited to the duration of this
expressed warranty.
No one is authorized to change this Limited Lifetime Warranty or to create for SÓLAS
any other obligation or liability in connection with the Product. Some states and
provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. The provisions
of this Limited Lifetime Warranty are in addition to and not a modification of or
subtraction from any statutory warranties and other rights and remedies provided
by law.
INVESTIGATION OF CLAIMS AGAINST WARRANTY
SÓLAS reserves the right to investigate any and all claims against this Limited
Lifetime Warranty and to decide, in its sole discretion, upon the method of settlement.
To receive the benefits and advantages described in this Limited Lifetime Warranty,
the appliance must be installed and repaired by a licensed contractor approved by
SÓLAS.
Contact SÓLAS at the address provided herein to obtain a listing of approved
dealers/distributors. SÓLAS shall in no event be responsible for any warranty work
done by a contractor that is not approved without first obtaining SÓLAS’ prior written
consent.
HOW TO REGISTER A CLAIM AGAINST WARRANTY
In order for any claim under this warranty to be valid, you must contact the SÓLAS
dealer/distributor from which you purchased the product. If you cannot locate the
dealer/distributor, then you must notify SÓLAS in writing. SÓLAS must be notified of
the claimed defect in writing within 90 days of the date of failure. Notices should be
directed to the SÓLAS Warranty Department. Visit our website at www.solasfires.com/
warranty.
This warranty is void if:
a) The unit has been operated in atmospheres contaminated by chlorine,
fluorine or other damaging chemicals.
SÓLAS, LLC
P (603) 298-5169
F (603) 298-9246
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b) The unit is subject to submersion in water or prolonged periods of dampness
or condensation.
c) Any damage to the unit, combustion chamber, heat exchanger or other
components due to water or weather damage which is the result of, but not
limited to improper chimney/venting installation.
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We recommend that our
gas hearth products be
installed and serviced by
professionals who are
certified in the U.S. by the
National Fireplace Institute®
(NFI) as NFI Gas Specialists.
www.NFIcertified.org
RECORD YOUR PRODUCT INFORMATION
Model #: ________________________ Serial Number: ______________________________
Date Purchased: __________________ Date Installed: _______________________________
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING
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