Design Dynamics VTD-18NV-JHB, VTD-24NV-JHB, VTD-18PV-JHB, VTD-30NV-JHB, VTD-30PV-JHB Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE

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US

OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

®

MODELS VTD-18NV-JHB, VTD-18PV-JHB, VTD-24NV-JHB,

VTD-24PV-JHB, VTD-30NV-JHB AND VTD-30PV-JHB

WARNING: If the information in this manual is not

followed exactly, a re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

— Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable

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 re department.

— Installation and service must be performed by a quali-

ed installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety .................................................................. 2

Product Identication ........................................... 4

Local Codes......................................................... 5

Unpacking............................................................ 5

Product Features ................................................. 5

Optional Accessories ........................................... 5

Installation ........................................................... 5

Operation ........................................................... 10

Inspecting Burners............................................. 12

Cleaning and Maintenance ................................ 12

SAFETY

Troubleshooting ................................................. 13

Specications .................................................... 17

Wiring Diagrams ................................................ 18

Service Hints ..................................................... 18

Technical Service............................................... 18

Replacement Parts ............................................ 19

Accessories ....................................................... 19

Parts .................................................................. 20

Warranty ..............................................Back Cover

WARNING: Improper instal-

lation, adjustment, alteration,

service or maintenance can

cause injury or property damage.

Refer to this manual for correct

installation and operational procedures. For assistance or

additional information consult a

qualied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket,* permanently located, manufactured (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.

* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer.

WARNING: This appliance

is for installation only in a

solid-fuel burning masonry or UL127 factory-built replace, constructed of noncombustible

material and connected to a

working ue. (See page 6 for minimum ue opening.)

WARNING: This is a gas-red heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed. Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. Refer to the National

Fuel Gas Codes, ANSI Z233.1/ NFPA 54, Air for Combustion and Ventilation.

State of Massachusetts: The

installation must be made by a licensed plumber or gas tter in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

WARNING: This product contains and/or generates chemicals

known to the State of California

to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING: Keep ue open when operating unit.

IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate or service this log set. Improper use of this log set can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosion, electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning.

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SAFETY

Continued

DANGER: Carbon monoxide

poisoning may lead to death!

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early signs

of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the

u, with headaches, dizziness or nausea. If you have these signs, the log set may not be working properly. Get fresh air at once!

Have log set serviced. Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide than oth-

ers. These include pregnant women, people with heart or lung disease or anemia, those under the inuence of alcohol and those at

high altitudes. Natural and Propane/LP Gas: Natural and

propane/LP gas are odorless. An odor-making agent is added to the gas. The odor helps you

detect a gas leak. However, the odor added to the gas can fade. Gas may be present even

though no odor exists. Make certain you read and understand all

warnings. Keep this manual for reference. It

is your guide to safe and proper operation of this log set.

WARNING: Any change to this log set or its controls can be dangerous.

Do not place clothing or other ammable material on or near the appliance. Never place any objects on the heater.

Appliance base assembly becomes very hot when running. Keep children and adults away from hot surface to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Log set

will remain hot for a time after

shutdown. Allow surface to cool before touching.

Carefully supervise young chil-

dren when they are in the room

with log set. When using handheld remote accessory keep selector switch in the OFF position to prevent children from turning on burners with remote.

You must operate this log set with a replace screen in place. Make sure replace screen is closed before running log set.

WARNING: Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with this appliance.

WARNING: This appliance is equipped for use with type of gas indicated on rating plate.

Keep the log set area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other ammable vapors and liquids.

Children and adults should be alerted to the hazard of high temperature and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing

WARNING: Do not allow fans

to blow directly into the replace. Avoid any drafts that alter burner ame patterns.

ignition.

1. Do not place propane/LP supply tank(s) inside any structure. Locate propane/ LP supply tank(s) outdoors (propane/LP units only).

Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of trafc and away from furniture and draperies.

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SAFETY

Continued

2. If you smell gas

• shut off gas supply

• 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 sup-

plier’s instructions

• if you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the re department

3. Never install the log set

• in a recreational vehicle

• where curtains, furniture, clothing or other ammable objects are less than 42" from the front, top or sides of the log set.

• in high trafc areas

• in windy or drafty areas

4. Before installing in a solid fuel burning replace, the chimney ue and rebox must be cleaned of soot, creosote, ashes and loose paint by a qualied chimney cleaner. Creosote will ignite if highly heated. Inspect chimney ue for damage. If damaged, repair ue before operating appliance.

5. Do not operate heater if any log is broken. Do not operate heater if a log is chipped

(dime-sized or larger).

6. This log set is designed to be smokeless.

If logs ever appear to smoke, turn off appliance and call a qualied service person.

Note: During initial operation, slight smok-

ing could occur due to log curing and the burning of manufacturing residues. You may wish to add more ventilation by opening a window.

7. To reduce the creation of soot, follow the

instructions in Cleaning and Maintenance, page 13.

8. The installation and provisions for combustion and ventilation air must conform

with the National Fuel Gas Codes, ANSI Z233.1/NFPA 54, Air for Combustion and Ventilation.

9. To prevent performance problems, do not

use propane/LP fuel tank of less than 100 lb. capacity (propane/LP units only).

10. Do not run log set

• where ammable liquids or vapors are

used or stored

• under dusty conditions

11. Do not burn solid fuel in the replace after

installing the log set. Do not use this log set to cook food or burn paper or other

objects.

12. Do not use heater if any part has been ex-

posed to or under water. Immediately call a qualied service technician to inspect

the room heater and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control

which has been under water.

13. Turn log set off and let cool before servic-

ing, installing or repairing. Only a qualied service person should install, service or

repair log set.

14. Provide adequate clearances around air openings.

15. This vented gas log set may not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom in the

Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury.

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Grate

Ceramic Burner

Chassis Assembly

Figure 1 - Product Identication

Control

Knob

Log Set Assembly

Piezo

Ignitor

ON/OFF

Switch

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LOCAL CODES

Install and use log set with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the

latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54*

*Available from:

American National Standards Institute, Inc.

1430 Broadway

New York, NY 10018

National Fire Protection Association, Inc.

Battery march park

Quincy, MA 02269

UNPACKING

CAUTION: Do not remove the

data plates from the grate assembly. The data plates contain important warranty and safety information.

1. Remove log set assembly from carton.

Note: Do not pick up assembly by logs. This could damage unit. Always handle assembly by grate.

2. Remove control cover oor media components.

3. Remove all protective packaging applied to log set for shipment.

4. Check heater for any shipping damage. If

heater is damaged call FMI PRODUCTS,

LLC at 1-866-328-4537 for replacement parts before returning to dealer.

PRODUCT FEATURES

This unitized log set is tested and approved

to ANSI Z21.60 and CSA 2.26 as a vented decorative appliance.

PIEZO IGNITOR

This unit has a piezo ignitor. This system requires no matches, batteries or other sources

to light appliance.

INSTALLATION

WARNING: Before installing in a solid fuel burning replace, the chimney ue and rebox must be cleaned of soot, creosote, ashes and loose paint by a qualified chimney cleaner. Creosote will ignite if highly heated. A dirty chimney ue may create and distribute soot within the house. Inspect chimney ue for damage. If damaged, repair ue damper before operating appliance.

WARNING: Make sure selec-

tor switch is in the OFF position before installing appliance.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

• VTD-HLCN/P - Converts valve from ON/

OFF to HI/LO

• OFSM-RCN/P - Converts valve from ON/ OFF to HI/LO for use with hand-held ON/

OFF remote (included)

• OF-RC - Converts ON/OFF valve for use with hand-held ON/OFF remote

See Accessories, page 19.

NOTICE: Installation, service and

repair of this appliance must be performed by a qualied installer, service agency, company or gas supplier experienced with this type of gas appliance. Only factory authorized components listed in these instructions may be used

in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and all codes

and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. Any modica-

tions to or use of unauthorized

components or accessory items will void the manufacturer’s war-

ranty and may result in a hazard-

ous condition.

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INSTALLATION

Continued

WARNING: Do not place lava

rocks and log scraps on burner.

CHECK GAS TYPE

Use the correct gas type (natural or propane/ LP) for your unit. If your gas supply is not cor-

rect, DO NOT install this into your replace. See the dealer where you bought the appli-

ance for proper type.

WARNING: This appliance is equipped for either natural gas or propane/LP gas but not both. Gas type is indicated on the rating plate. Field conversion is not permitted.

INSTALLATION AND CLEARANCES

The charts in Figure 2 indicate technical information regarding the installation of your gas log set. Please make sure that all of the

specications shown are applicable before

installation is attempted.

MINIMUM FIREBOX SIZES

MODEL

VTD-18NV-JHB VTD-18PV-JHB VTD-24NV-JHB VTD-24PV-JHB VTD-30NV-JHB VTD-30PV-JHB

*At depth indicated

LOG SIZE

INCHES NO. INCHES NO.

29 3/4" 20" 15 1/2" 18"

BURNER ORIFICE

NATURAL PROPANE/LP

18" 0.1495 25 0.0935 42 24" 0.1570 22 0.0980 40 30" 0.1660 19 0.1015 38

SPECIFICATIONS (W.C.)

FUEL INLET PRESSURE

MIN. MAX.

NG 5" 10.5" 3.5 LP 11 " 14" 10

Figure 2 - Technical Information Charts

BACK

WIDTH

FRONT

WIDTH*

DEPTH

28" 16" 14" 18"

36" 27" 18" 18"

MANIFOLD

PRESSURE

HEIGHT

FLUE OPENING SPECIFICATIONS

Note: This vented appliance must be installed

only in a solid-fuel burning replace constructed of noncombustible material. The replace must include a ue and venting system with

the minimum openings shown in Figure 3.

BTU

MODEL BURNER

VTD-18NV-JHB VTD-18PV-JHB

VTD-24NV-JHB VTD-24PV-JHB

VTD-30NV-JHB VTD-30PV-JHB

18" Ramp 59,000 8" dia.

24" Ramp 69,000 8" dia.

30" Ramp 74,000 8" dia.

INPUT

MIN. VENT

OPENING

Figure 3 - Specications

VENTING SPECIFICATIONS FOR INSTALLATION

The replace chimney ue and vent must be

drafting properly. To check the vent for proper

drafting: Light a tightly rolled newspaper on

one end and place it at the inside front edge

of the replace. Observe the smoke and be sure the vent is properly drawing it up the chimney. If the smoke spills out into the room, extinguish the ame and remove any obstruc-

tion until proper venting is achieved.

The chimney ue must have a minimum free air opening of 43" during operation of this log set. A damper clamp is provided to x the damper

in position.

The minimum ue sizes shown in Figure 2 are

based on a 6' chimney height using round pipe.

Your minimum ue size will vary based on input

rate and chimney height. Refer to the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Section

6.6, for details.

For Massachusetts Residents Only

Installation of this vented gas log set in the

Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires

the damper be permanently removed or

welded in the fully open position.

INSTALLING DAMPER CLAMP

Secure the damper stop clamp to the edge

of the damper as shown in Figure 4, page 7. If for any reason this clamp doesn't work on your replace, another suitable clamp or permanent stop must be installed, or the damper

blade must be cut or removed.

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Damper Clamp

Damper

INSTALLATION

Continued

Damper

2. Position appliance in replace.

3. Connect to gas supply. See Connecting To Gas Supply, page 8.

Flexible Gas Hose (If Allowed by Local Codes)

Gas

Control

Valve

Masonry

Fireplace

Figure 4 - Attaching Damper Clamp

Manufactured

Fireplace

INSTALLING APPLIANCE ASSEMBLY

WARNING: If installing in a sunken replace, special care is needed. You must raise the replace oor to allow access to appliance control panel. This will insure adequate air ow and guard against sooting and controls being damaged. Raise replace oor with noncombustible material. Make sure material is secure.

CAUTION: Do not pick up appliance assembly by logs. This could damage unit. Only handle assembly by grates.

IMPORTANT: Make sure the appliance is level.

If unit is not level, unit will not work properly.

Installation Items Needed• control cover kit (provided with appliance)

• approved flexible gas hose and fittings (provided with appliance) (if allowed by local

codes)

• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not

provided)

1. Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male

threads of gas tting (not provided). Connect approved exible gas hose to inlet

side of gas control valve (see Figure 5).

Figure 5 - Attaching Flexible Gas Hose to

Gas Control Valve

CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY

WARNING: This appliance requires a 3/8" NPT (National Pipe Thread) inlet connection to the pressure regulator.

WARNING: A qualied service person must connect heater to gas supply. Follow all local codes.

CAUTION: Never connect

propane/LP replace directly to the propane/LP supply. This unit requires an external regulator (not supplied). Install the external regulator between the unit and propane/LP supply

WARNING: Never connect

natural gas replace to private (non-utility) gas wells. This gas

is commonly known as wellhead

gas.

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INSTALLATION

Continued

Installation Items Needed

Before installing log set, make sure you have the items listed below.

• external regulator (supplied by installer)

• piping (check local codes)

• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)

• equipment shutoff valve *

• test gauge connection *

• sediment trap

• tee joint

• pipe wrench

• approved exible gas line with gas connector (if allowed by local codes) (provided)

* An equipment shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT

tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection. Purchase the optional equipment shutoff valve from your dealer.

For propane/LP units, the installer must

supply an external regulator. The external

regulator will reduce incoming gas pressure. You must reduce incoming gas pressure to between 11" and 14" of water. If you do not reduce incoming gas pressure, regulator damage could occur. Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 6. Pointing the vent down protects it from freez-

ing rain or sleet.

CAUTION: Use only new,

black iron or steel pipe. Internally-tinned copper tubing may be used in certain areas. Check your local codes. Use pipe of 1/2" diameter or greater to allow proper gas volume to heater. If pipe is too small, undue loss of volume will occur.

Installation must include an equipment shutoff

valve, union and plugged 1/8" NPT tap. Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up.

NPT tap must be upstream from log set (see Figure 7).

IMPORTANT: Install equipment shutoff valve in an accessible location. The equipment shutoff valve is for turning on or shutting off the gas to the appliance.

Check your building codes for any special requirements for locating equipment shutoff

valve to replaces.

Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male NPT threads. This will prevent excess sealant from

going into pipe. Excess sealant in pipe could result in clogged heater valves.

WARNING: Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant to liquid petroleum (LP) gas.

Propane/LP Tank

External

Regulator with Vent Pointing Down

Figure 6 - External Regulator with Vent

Approved

Flexible Gas Hose (If allowed

by local codes)

* Purchase the optional shutoff valve from your dealer.

** Minimum inlet pressure for purpose of input

adjustment.

Pointing Down

Equipment Shutoff Valve with 1/8" NPT Tap*

Propane/LP Gas

From External

Regulator (11" W.C.** to 14" W.C.

3" Min.

Pipe Cap Tee

Nipple Joint

Sediment Trap

Figure 7 - Gas Connection

Natural Gas

From Gas Meter (5" W.C.** to 10.5"

W.C. Pressure)

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INSTALLATION

Continued

We recommend that you install a sediment

trap in supply line as shown in Figure 7, page

8. Locate sediment trap where it is within

reach for cleaning. Install in piping system

between fuel supply and appliance. Locate sediment trap where trapped matter is not likely to freeze. A sediment trap traps mois-

ture and contaminants. This keeps them from going into heater controls. If sediment trap is

not installed or is installed wrong, heater may

not run properly.

CAUTION: Avoid damage to gas control. Hold gas control with wrench when connecting it to gas piping and/or ttings.

CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS

WARNING: Test all gas piping

and connections, internal and external to unit, for leaks after

installing or servicing. Correct all leaks at once.

WARNING: Never use an

open ame to check for a leak. Apply a noncorrosive leak detection uid to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct all leaks at once.

CAUTION: Make sure exter-

nal regulator has been installed between propane/LP supply and appliance. See guidelines

under Connecting to Gas Supply, page 7.

3. Pressurize supply piping system by either

opening propane/LP supply tank valve for propane/LP gas or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for

natural gas, or using compressed air.

4. Check all joints of gas supply piping system. Apply noncorrosive leak detection uid to gas joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.

5. Correct all leaks at once.

6. Reconnect log set and equipment shutoff valve to gas supply. Check reconnected

ttings for leaks.

Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa)

1. Close equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 8).

2. Pressurize supply piping system by either

using compressed air or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter.

3. Check all joints from gas meter to equipment shutoff valve for natural gas or propane/LP supply to equipment shutoff valve for propane/LP (see Figure 9 or

Figure 10, page 10). Apply noncorrosive leak detection uid to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.

4. Correct all leaks at once.

Equipment Shutoff

Valve

Figure 8 - Equipment Shutoff Valve

Propane/LP Tank

Open

Closed

Equipment

Shutoff Valve

PRESSURE TESTING GAS SUPPLY PIPING SYSTEM

Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG

(3.5 kPa)

1. Disconnect appliance with its individual

equipment shutoff valve from gas supply piping system. Pressure in excess of 1/2

psig will damage appliance regulator.

2. Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve was connected.

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Figure 9 - Checking Gas Joints

(Propane/LP Gas Only)

INSTALLATION

Continued

PRESSURE TESTING APPLIANCE GAS CONNECTIONS

1. Open equipment shutoff valve (see Fig-

ure 8, page 9).

2. Open main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas or open propane/LP supply tank valve.

3. Make sure control knob of appliance is in the OFF position.

4. Check all joints from equipment shutoff valve to gas control (see Figure 9, page

9 or Figure 10). Apply noncorrosive leak

detection uid to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.

5. Correct all leaks at once.

6. Light appliance (see Operation, page 11).

Check all other internal joints for leaks.

7. Turn off appliance (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 12).

OPERATION

FOR YOUR SAFETY

READ BEFORE LIGHTING

WARNING: Keep ue open

when operating unit.

WARNING: If you do not fol-

low these instructions exactly,

a re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

A. This appliance has a pilot which must

be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.

B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around

the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the oor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the oor.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electric switch; do

not use any phone in your building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier

from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,

call the re department.

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Equipment

Shutoff Valve

Gas Meter

Control Valve

Location

Figure 10 - Checking Gas Joints

(Natural Gas Only)

C. Use only your hand to push in or turn

the gas control knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or turn by hand, don’t try to repair it, call a qualied service technician or gas supplier. Force or attempted repair may result in a re or explosion.

D. Do not use this appliance if any part

has been under water. Immediately call a qualied service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.

LIGHTING

INSTRUCTIONS

NOTICE: During initial operation of new appliance, metallic components may emit an odor as paint and assembly compounds are heated and cure. Be sure to provide adequate fresh air if odors are detected.

WARNING: Damper handle will be hot if appliance has been running.

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OPERATION

Continued

CAUTION: A mild gas ash

may occur within 10 seconds of

normal shutdown of this appliance. Remain clear of the hearth area for the entire shutdown process to avoid possible injury.

1. STOP! Read the safety information on

page 10.

2. Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open.

3. Set selector switch in the OFF position.

4. Press in and turn control knob clockwise to the OFF position (see Figure 11).

WARNING: Burners will come on automatically within one minute when the selector

switch is in the ON position after the pilot is lit.

5. Wait ve (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas, including near the oor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the safety information, page 10. If you don’t smell gas, go to the next step.

6. Press in and turn control knob counter-

clockwise to the PILOT position. Press in control knob for ve (5) seconds

(see Figure 11).

Note: You may be running this appliance for

the rst time after hooking up to gas supply. If so, the control knob may need to be pressed in for 30 seconds or more. This will allow air to bleed from the gas system.

Control Knob

Ignitor

7. With control knob pressed in, press and release ignitor button. This will light pilot. If needed, keep pressing ignitor button

until pilot lights.

Note: If pilot does not stay lit, contact a

qualied service person or gas supplier for

repairs. Until repairs are made, light pilot with match. To light pilot with match, see Manual Lighting Procedure, page 12.

8. Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot. After 30 seconds,

release control knob.

• If control knob does not pop out when

released, contact a qualified service

person or gas supplier for repairs.

Note: If pilot goes out, repeat steps 4

through 8.

9. Slightly push in and turn control knob coun-

terclockwise to the ON position.

10. Wait one minute and switch selector switch to the ON position to light burners.

Note: AUTO is not functional.

11. Set ame adjustment knob to any level between HI and LO. Optional conversion

kit only.

Note: Unit is shipped from the factory with

preset ame and manual on/off switch

only (see Accessories on page 19 for complete list of accessories and conversion kits).

12. To leave pilot lit and shut off burners only:

turn control knob clockwise to the PILOT position, or use remote control manual OFF button, or set selector switch

in the OFF position.

CAUTION: Do not try to ad-

just heating levels by using the equipment shutoff valve.

WARNING: Make sure the

selector switch is in the OFF

ON/OFF

Switch

position when you are away from home for long periods of time. Appliance will come on au-

tomatically with selector switch

in the ON position.

Figure 11 - Control Knob and Ignitor Button

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OPERATION

Continued

TO TURN OFF GAS

TO APPLIANCE

1. Turn control knob clockwise to the OFF position.

2a. Set selector switch in the OFF position.

2b. If Using Optional Hand-Held Remote: Set

selector switch in the OFF position to

prevent draining battery.

3. Close equipment shutoff valve (see Figure

8, page 9).

MANUAL LIGHTING

PROCEDURE

1. Follow steps 1 through 6 under Lighting Instructions, page 10.

2. Depress control knob and light pilot with

match.

3. Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot. After 30 seconds, release control knob. Now follow steps 9

through 11 under Lighting Instructions, page 10.

INSPECTING BURNERS

BURNER FLAME PATTERN

Check ame pattern often. Figure 12 shows correct burner ame pattern.

NOTICE: Do not mistake orange ames with yellow tipping. Dirt or other ne particles are burned by appliance, causing brief patches of orange ame.

If burner ame pattern is incorrect, as shown

in Figure 13

• turn appliance off (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 12

• see Troubleshooting, page 13

Figure 12 - Correct Burner Flame Pattern

Yellow

Tipping

CLEANING AND

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Turn off heater

and let cool before cleaning.

CAUTION: You must keep control areas, burner and circulating air passageways of replace clean. Inspect these areas of replace before each use. Have replace and chimney inspected yearly by a qualied service person. Fireplace may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, pet hair, etc.

Figure 13 - Incorrect Burner Flame

Pattern

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TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING: Turn off log set and let cool before servicing. Only a

qualied service person should service and repair log set.

CAUTION: Never use a wire, needle, or similar object to clean

ODS/pilot. This can damage ODS/pilot unit.

Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation.

OBSERVED PROBLEM

When ignitor button is pressed,

there is no spark at pilot

When ignitor button is pressed,

there is spark at pilot but no ignition

POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY

1. Ignitor electrode not connected to ignitor cable

2. Ignitor cable pinched or

wet

3. Piezo ignitor nut is loose

4. Broken ignitor cable

5. Bad piezo ignitor

6. Ignitor electrode posi-

tioned wrong or broken

1. Gas supply turned off or

equipment shutoff valve closed

2. Control knob not in PILOT position

3. Control knob not pressed

in while in PILOT position

4. Air in gas lines when in-

stalled

5. Depleted gas supply (propane/LP only)

6. Pilot is clogged

7. Gas regulator setting is

not correct

1. Reconnect ignitor cable

2. Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing.

Keep ignitor cable dry

3. Tighten nut holding piezo

ignitor to base panel of log set. Nut is located behind base panel

4. Replace ignitor cable

5. Replace piezo ignitor

6. Replace ignitor electrode

1. Turn on gas supply or open equipment shutoff valve

2. Turn control knob to PILOT position

3. Press in control knob while

in PILOT position

4. Continue holding down

control knob. Repeat igniting operation until air is removed

5. Contact local propane/LP gas company

6. Clean pilot (see Cleaning

and Maintenance, page 12)

or replace pilot assembly

7. Replace gas regulator

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OBSERVED PROBLEM

Pilot lights but ame goes out when control knob is

released

TROUBLESHOOTING

Continued

POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY

1. Control knob not fully pressed in

2. Control knob not pressed in long enough

3. Safety interlock system has been triggered

4. Equipment shutoff valve not fully open

5. Pilot flame not touch-

ing thermocouple, which allows thermocouple to cool, causing pilot ame to

go out. This problem could be caused by one or both

of the following:

A) Low gas pressure

B) Dirty or partially clogged

pilot

6. Thermocouple connection loose at control valve

7. Thermocouple damaged

8. Control valve damaged

1. Press in control knob fully

2. After pilot lights, keep con-

3. Wait one minute for safety

4. Fully open equipment shut-

5. A) Contact local natural or

B) Clean pilot (see Clean-

6. Hand tighten until snug,

7. Replace pilot assembly

8. Replace control valve

trol knob pressed in 30 seconds

interlock system to reset. Repeat ignition operation

off valve

propane/LP gas company

ing and Maintenance,

page 12) or replace pilot assembly

then tighten 1/4 turn more

One or both burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit

Delayed ignition of burner

Burner backfiring during combustion

1. Inlet gas pressure is too

low

2. Burner orice clogged

3. Mislocated crossover tube

4. Remote selector in OFF position

5. Wire disconnected from gas control

1. Manifold pressure is too

low

2. Burner orice clogged

3. Mislocated crossover tube

1. Burner orice is clogged

or damaged

2. Damaged burner

3. Gas regulator defective

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1. Contact local natural or propane/LP gas company

2. Clean burner (see Cleaning

and Maintenance, page 12) or replace burner orice

3. Contact qualified service person

4. Put remote selector in ON position

5. See Wiring Diagrams, page 18

1. Contact local natural or propane/LP gas company

2. Clean burner (see Cleaning

and Maintenance, page 12) or replace burner orice

3. Contact qualified service person

1. Clean burner (see Cleaning

and Maintenance, page 12) or replace burner orice

2. Replace damaged burner

3. Replace gas regulator

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OBSERVED PROBLEM

Orange ame in burner during

burner combustion

TROUBLESHOOTING

Continued

POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY

1. Not enough air

2. Gas regulator defective

1. Check burner for dirt and

2. Replace gas regulator

debris. If found, clean

burner (see Cleaning and Maintenance, page 12)

Slight smoke or odor during initial operation

Appliance produces a whistling noise when burners

are lit

White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture

Remote does not function

Appliance produces a click-

ing/ticking noise just after

burners are lit or shut off

1. Residues from manufacturing processes and logs curing

1. Turning control knob to HI

position when burners are

cold

2. Air in gas line

3. Air passageways on appliance blocked

4. Dirty or partially clogged

burner orice(s)

1. When heated, vapors from furniture polish, wax, carpet cleaners, etc. may turn into white powder

residue

1. Battery is not installed.

Battery power is low

1. Metal expanding while

heating or contracting

while cooling

1. Problem will stop after a few hours of operation

1. Turn control knob to LO

position and let warm up

for a minute

2. Operate burners until air is removed from line. Have gas line checked by local natural or propane/LP gas company

3. Observe minimum installation clearances (see page

6)

4. Clean burners (see Cleaning

and Maintenance, page 12) or replace burner orice

1. Turn appliance off when using furniture polish, wax, carpet cleaners, or similar

products

1. Replace batteries in receiver and remote control

1. This is common with most

appliances. If noise is ex-

cessive, contact qualied

service person

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Continued

WARNING: If you smell gas

• Shut off gas supply.

• 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 re department.

IMPORTANT: Operating log set where impurities in air exist may create odors. Cleaning supplies, paint, paint remover, cigarette smoke, cements and glues, new carpet or textiles, etc., create fumes. These fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors. These odors will

disappear over time.

OBSERVED PROBLEM

Appliance produces unwanted

odors

POSSIBLE CAUSE

1. Appliance burning vapors

from paint, hair spray, glues, cleaners, chemicals, new carpet, etc. (See

IMPORTANT statement above)

2. Low fuel supply (propane/

LP only)

3. Gas leak. See Warn-

ing statement at top of page

REMEDY

1. Open flue to maximum. Stop using odor causing

products while appliance

is running

2. Rell supply tank (propane/

LP only)

3. Locate and correct all leaks (see Checking Gas Con-

nections, page 9)

Appliance shuts off in use (ODS operates)

Gas odor even when control

knob is in OFF position

Gas odor during combustion

1. Not enough fresh air is available

2. Low line pressure

3. ODS/pilot is partially clogged

1. Gas leak. See Warn-

ing statement at top of page

2. Control valve or gas control defective

1. Foreign matter between

control valve and burner

2. Gas leak. See Warn-

ing statement at top of page

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1. Open window and/or door

for ventilation

2. Contact local natural or propane/LP gas company

3. Clean ODS/pilot (see

Cleaning and Maintenance,

page 12)

1. Locate and correct all leaks (see Checking Gas Con-

nections, page 9)

2. Replace control valve or gas control

1. Take apart gas tubing and remove foreign matter

2. Locate and correct all leaks (see Checking Gas Con- nections, page 9)

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SPECIFICATIONS

VTD-18NV-JHB

• Rating (Variable): 59,000 Btu/Hr

• Type Gas: Natural

• Ignition: Piezo

• Manifold Pressure: 3.5" W.C.

• Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water): Max - 10.5" W.C., Min* - 5.0" W.C.

VTD-24NV-JHB

• Rating (Variable): 69,000 Btu/Hr

• Type Gas: Natural

• Ignition: Piezo

• Manifold Pressure: 3.5" W.C.

• Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water): Max - 10.5" W.C., Min* - 5.0" W.C.

VTD-30NV-JHB

• Rating (Variable): 74,000 Btu/Hr

• Type Gas: Natural

• Ignition: Piezo

• Manifold Pressure: 3.5" W.C.

• Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water): Max - 10.5" W.C., Min* - 5.0" W.C.

VTD-18PV-JHB

• Rating (Variable): 59,000 Btu/Hr

• Type Gas: Propane/LP

• Ignition: Piezo

• Manifold Pressure: 10" W.C.

• Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water): Max - 14" W.C., Min* - 11" W.C.

VTD-24PV-JHB

• Rating (Variable): 69,000 Btu/Hr

• Type Gas: Propane/LP

• Ignition: Piezo

• Manifold Pressure: 10" W.C.

• Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water): Max - 14" W.C., Min* - 11" W.C.

VTD-30PV-JHB

• Rating (Variable): 74,000 Btu/Hr

• Type Gas: Propane/LP

• Ignition: Piezo

• Manifold Pressure: 10" W.C.

• Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water): Max - 14" W.C., Min* - 11" W.C. *For purpose of input adjustment

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WIRING DIAGRAMS

AUTO

OFF

ON

Thermopile

ON/OFF REMOTE MODELS ONLY

ON/OFF-HI/LO REMOTE MODELS ONLY

SERVICE HINTS

When Gas Pressure is Too Low

• pilot will not stay lit

• burners will have delayed ignition

• heater will not produce specied heat

• (for propane/LP units) propane/LP gas supply may be low

You may feel your gas pressure is too low. If so, contact your local propane/LP or natural

gas supplier.

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TECHNICAL SERVICE

You may have further questions about installation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at

1-866-328-4537. When calling please have your model and serial numbers of your heater ready.

You can also visit our web site at www.fmiproducts.com.

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REPLACEMENT PARTS

Note: Use only original replacement parts. This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty.

Contact authorized dealers of this product.

If they can’t supply original replacement

part(s), call FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at

1-866-328-4537.

ACCESSORIES

Purchase these accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories

call FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at 1-866-328-4537 for information. You can also write to the ad-

dress listed on the back page of this manual.

LAVA ROCK - GA6060

Order when additional rock is desired (1.8 lb.

bag).

DAMPER CLAMP - GA6080

Permanently opens chimney ue damper for

vented operation.

ON/OFF REMOTE CONVERSION KIT OF-RC

Converts ON/OFF valve for use with hand-

held ON/OFF remote

When calling, have ready:

• your name

• your address

• model and serial numbers of your heater

• how heater was malfunctioning

• purchase date Usually, we will ask you to return the part to

the factory.

HI/LO CONVERSION KIT

VTD-HLCN (NG), VTD-HLCP (LP)

Converts valve from ON/OFF to HI/LO

ON/OFF - HI/LO REMOTE

CONVERSION KIT - OFSM-RCN (NG) OFSM-RCP (LP)

Converts valve from ON/OFF to HI/LO for use

with hand-held ON/OFF remote (included)

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PARTS

MODELS VTD-18NV-JHB, VTD-24NV-JHB, VTD-30NV-JHB

11

12

10

19

1

3

8

12

23

26

27

2

5

12

4

28

20

7

13

9

13

6

5

24

29

13

22

18

14

17

15 16

13

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21

25

29

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PARTS

This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the

instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 19 of this manual.

** Not a eld replaceable part

KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.

1 ** Chassis • • 1

2 ** Grate • • 1

3 112372-07 Venturi/Shutter • • 1

4 112804-03 Bracket • • • • • • 1 5 112804-04 Plate • • • • • • 2 6 112371-09 Orice, NG • 1

7 14325 Elbow 90°, 1/2 FPT x 3/8 FLRE • • • • • • 1 8 112370-01 Gasket • • • • • • 1 9 901232-01 Flexible Gas Line • • • • • • 1 10 112832-01 Ceramic Burner • • 1

11 112833-04 Log Assembly • • 1

12 111800-01 Screw, #10 Self THD 10 13 M11084-26 Screw, 10-16 x 0.380 • • • • • • 8 14 097159-04 Piezo Ignitor • • • • • • 1 15 099998-01 Switch • • • • • • 1 16 103284-02 Wire Harness • • • • • • 1 17 103784-01 ON/OFF Extension Knob • • • • • • 1 18 14512 Valve, MV NG • • • 1

19 112804-05 Valve Bracket • • • • • • 1 20 114395-01 Pilot Bracket • • • • 1

21 116910-01 Brass 3/8 NPT Coupling • • • • • • 1 22 117005-01 Shroud • • • • • • 1 23 117005-02 Face Plate • • • • • • 1 24 14264 Elbow 90°, Brass 3/8M x 3/8 FLRE • • • • • • 1 25 901062-01 Brass Elbow • • • • • • 1 26 901075-01 Screw, PH #8 x 0.25 • • • • • • 2 27 901072-01 Ignitor Electrode • • • • • • 1 28 901073-01 Pilot • • • • • • 1 29 111816-01 Screw, 10-32 x 0.38 • • • • • • 4

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** Chassis • • 1 ** Chassis • • 1

** Grate • • 1 ** Grate • • 1

112372-08 Venturi/Shutter • • 1 112372-09 Venturi/Shutter • • 1

24771 Orice, LP • 1 112371-10 Orice, NG • 1 23102 Orice, LP • 1 112371-11 Orice, NG • 1 26209 Orice, LP • 1

112832-02 Ceramic Burner • • 1 112832-03 Ceramic Burner • • 1

112833-05 Log Assembly • • 1 112833-06 Log Assembly • • 1

14513 Valve, MV LP • • • 1

114395-02 Pilot Bracket • • 1

PARTS AVAILABLE - NOT SHOWN

112363-01 Log Scrap Kit #1 • • • • • • 1 112364-01 Log Scrap Kit #2 • • • • • • 1 114371-01 Warning Plate • • • • • • 1 112799-01 Ember Flakes Kit • • • • • • 1 26839 Rock Wool • • • • • • 1

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VTD-18PV-JHB

VTD-18NV-JHB

VTD-24NV-JHB

VTD-24PV-JHB

VTD-30NV-JHB

VTD-30PV-JHB

NOTES

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NOTES

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WARRANTY

KEEP THIS WARRANTY

Model (

located on product or identication tag

Serial No. (

located on product or identication tag

Date Purchased __________________________

Keep receipt for warranty verication.

FMI PRODUCTS, LLC LIMITED WARRANTIES

Standard Warranty: FMI PRODUCTS, LLC warrants this new product and any parts thereof to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of four (4) year from the date of rst purchase from an authorized dealer provided the product has been installed, maintained and operated in accordance with FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s warnings and instructions.

For products purchased for commercial, industrial or rental usage, this warranty is limited to 90 days from the date of rst purchase.

Factory Reconditioned Products

Limited Warranty: FMI PRODUCTS, LLC warrants factory reconditioned products and any parts thereof

to be free from defects in material and workmanship for 30 days from the date of rst purchase from an authorized dealer provided the product has been installed, maintained and operated in accordance with FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s warnings and instructions.

Terms Common to All Warranties

The following terms apply to all of the above warranties:

Always specify model number and serial number when contacting the manufacturer. To make a claim under this warranty the bill of sale or other proof of purchase must be presented.

This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser when purchased from an authorized dealer, and only when installed by a qualied installer in accordance with all local codes and instructions furnished with this product.

This warranty covers the cost of part(s) required to restore this product to proper operating condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a FMI PRODUCTS, LLC Authorized Service Center or a provider approved by FMI PRODUCTS, LLC. Warranty parts must be obtained through authorized dealers of this product and/or FMI PRODUCTS, LLC who will provide original factory replacement parts. Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty.

Travel, handling, transportation, diagnostic, material, labor and incidental costs associated with warranty repairs, unless expressly covered by this warranty, are not reimbursable under this warranty and are the responsibility of the owner.

Excluded from this warranty are products or parts that fail or become damaged due to misuse, accidents, improper installation, lack of proper maintenance, tampering, or alteration(s).

This is FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s exclusive warranty, and to the full extent allowed by law; this express warranty excludes any and all other warranties, express or implied, written or verbal and limits the duration of any and all implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and tness for a particular purpose to four (4) year on new products and 30 days on factory reconditioned products from the date of rst purchase. FMI PRODUCTS, LLC makes no other warranties regarding this product.

FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s liability is limited to the purchase price of the product, and FMI PRODUCTS, LLC shall not be liable for any other damages whatsoever under any circumstances including indirect, incidental,

or consequential damages.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

For information about this warranty contact:

New Products

) _____________________________

) __________________________

2701 S. Harbor Blvd.

Santa Ana, CA 92704

1-866-328-4537

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