Empire Comfort Systems VFDR18LBWN-3, VFDR30LBWN-3, VFDR18LBW10P-4, VFDR24LBWP-3, VFDR30LBWP-3 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER'S MANUAL
Vented/Vent-Free Burner and Logs
REFRACTORY LOGS
Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance.
Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference.
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.
UNVENTED GAS LOG HEATER
MODELS
VFDR18LBW10N-4 VFDR18LBW10P-4
VFDR18LBWN-3 VFDR18LBWP-3
VFDR24LBWN-3 VFDR24LBWP-3
VFDR30LBWN-3 VFDR30LBWP-3
VFDT18LBWN-3 VFDT18LBWP-3
VFDT24LBWN-3 VFDT24LBWP-3
VFDT30LBWN-3 VFDT30LBWP-3
VFDM18LBWN-3 VFDM18LBWP-3
VFDM24LBWN-3 VFDM24LBWP-3
VFDM30LBWN-3 VFDM30LBWP-3
VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE
MODELS
VFDR18LBW10N-4 VFDR18LBW10P-4
VFDR18LBWN-3 VFDR18LBWP-3
VFDR24LBWN-3 VFDR24LBWP-3
VFDR30LBWN-3 VFDR30LBWP-3
VFDM18LBWN-3 VFDM18LBWP-3
VFDM24LBWN-3 VFDM24LBWP-3
VFDM30LBWN-3 VFDM30LBWP-3
WARNING: If the information in this manual are
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
qualied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
This is an unvented 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 page 9.
WARNING: If not installed, operated and maintained
in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions,
this product could expose you to substances in fuel
or from fuel combustion which can cause death or
serious illness.
WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UN-VENTED
ROOM HEATERS
Water vapor is a by-product of gas combustion. An
unvented room heater produces approximately one (1)
ounce (30ml) of water for every 1,000 BTU's (.3KW's)
of gas input per hour. Refer to page 6.
Page 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ....................................................................3
SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS ...............................................4
INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................5
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................. 6
WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS ..................6
GENERAL INFORMATION ......................................................................................7
REQUIREMENTS FOR CANADA ............................................................................ 8
PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR ..................9
CLEARANCES ....................................................................................................9-10
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL ................................................................................... 11
FIREPLACE PREPARATION ................................................................................. 11
INSTALLING AS A VENTED APPLIANCE .............................................................12
BEFORE FULLY INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE .................................................. 12
GAS SUPPLY .........................................................................................................13
LOG IDENTIFICATION ..........................................................................................14
VFD(R,T,M)(18,24,30) & VFDR18LBW10 LOG PLACEMENT .........................15-22
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS/FLAME APPEARANCE ........................................ 23
WIRING - VFDR MODELS ONLY ..........................................................................24
VFDR(18,24,30)LBW LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS ...............................................25
VFDR18LBW10(N,P) LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS ...............................................26
VFDT(18,24,30)LBW LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS ................................................27
VFDM(18,24,30)LBW LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS ...............................................28
PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS ................................................................29-30
CLEANING AND SERVICING ................................................................................30
TROUBLESHOOTING ...........................................................................................31
VFDR SERIES PARTS LIST ..................................................................................32
VFDR SERIES PARTS VIEW ................................................................................33
VFDR18LBW10 PARTS LIST ................................................................................34
VFDR18LBW10 PARTS VIEW ...............................................................................35
VFDT SERIES PARTS LIST ..................................................................................36
VFDT SERIES PARTS VIEW ................................................................................. 37
VFDM SERIES PARTS LIST ..................................................................................38
VFDM SERIES PARTS VIEW ................................................................................39
MASTER PARTS DISTRIBUTOR LIST ..................................................................40
HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS ........................................................................40
WARRANTY ...........................................................................................................41
APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY ....................................................................42-43
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
THIS IS A HEATING APPLIANCE
DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
• An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than
6,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bathroom
• An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than 10,000
Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom.
• Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of
trafc 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 ammable material on or near the
appliance.
• Avoid the use of scented air fresheners (plug in type air
fresheners, etc. ) while the log set is in operation. Air fresheners
produce a residue in the air similar to candles and may produce
a soot like substance.
• Avoid the use of scented or decorative candles while the log
set is in operation. Candles produce a residue in the air that
creates a soot like substance. Burning candles while the log
set is operating magnies the problem. It should be noted that
candles, in general, produce soot. The amount of time burned
and the quantity of candles burned will determine the amount
of soot produced and deposited.
• Installation and repair should be done by a QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSON. This appliance should be inspected before use and at
least annually by a professional service person. More frequent
cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting,
bedding materials, etc. It is imperative that control compartments,
burners and circulating air passageways of the appliance be
kept clean.
• DO NOT use this room heater if any part has been under water.
Immediately call a qualied 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.
• You must operate heater with replace screen in place.
• Do not place trash, logs or other articles on the log set during
operation.
• During manufacturing, fabricating and shipping, various
components of this appliance are treated with certain oils, lms
or bonding agents. These bonding agents are not harmful but
may produce annoying smoke and smells as they are burned
off during initial operation of the appliance. This is a normal
temporary occurrence. A window should be opened during the
initial bake out period.
• Correct installation of the ceramic ber logs, proper location of
the heater and annual cleaning are necessary to avoid potential
problems with sooting. Sooting, resulting from improper
installation or operation, can settle on surfaces outside the
replace. See instructions for proper installation.
• WARNING: Do not allow fans to blow directly into the
replace. Avoid any drafts that alter burner ame patterns.
• WARNING: Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert
or other accessory not approved for use with this heater.
• WARNING! This replace needs fresh air for ventilation to
run properly. This replace has an ODS (oxygen depletion
sensor) which will shut down the heater if adequate fresh air is
not available. See troubleshooting section in the instructions.
• WARNING: DO NOT operate this appliance unless all
components including logs, burners, and controls are in good
working condition. Never operate this appliance if any log or
twig is broken, or out of their intended position. Refer to the
Log set placement instructions for correct log and twig
positioning.
Replacement components are available through your local
dealer as indicated in the How to Order Repair Parts section of
the appliance manual.
• Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials,
gasoline and other ammable vapors and liquids.
• WARNING: Failure to keep the primary air opening(s) of the
burner(s) clean may result in sooting and property damage.
WARNING
When used without adequate combustion and ventilation air,
heater may give off CARBON MONOXIDE, an odorless, poisonous gas.
Do not install heater until all necessary provisions are
made for combustion and ventilation air. Consult the writ-
ten instructions provided with the heater for information
concerning combustion and ventilation air. In the absence
of instructions, refer to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54, Air for Combustion and Ventilation, or
applicable local codes.
This heater is equipped with a PILOT LIGHT SAFETY SYSTEM designed to turn off the heater if not enough fresh air
is available.
DO NOT TAMPER WITH PILOT LIGHT SAFETY SYSTEM!
If heater shuts off, do not relight until you provide fresh air.
If heater keeps shutting off, have it serviced. Keep burner and
control compartment clean.
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING MAY LEAD TO DEATH.
Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the u,
with headache, dizziness and/or nausea. If you have these
signs, heater may not be working properly. Get fresh air at
once! Have heater serviced.
Some people — pregnant women, persons with heart or lung
disease, anemia, those under the inuence of alcohol , those
at high altitudes — are more affected by carbon monoxide
than others.
The pilot light safety system senses the depletion of oxygen
at its location. If this heater is installed in a structure having a
high vertical dimension, the possibility exists that the oxygen
supply at the higher levels will be less than that at the heater.
In this type of application, a fan to circulate the structure air will
minimize this effect. The use of this fan will also improve the
comfort level in the structure. When a fan is used to circulate
air, it should be located so that the air ow is not directed at
the burner.
30726-4-0714 Page 3
SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS
Propane (LP-Gas) is a ammable gas which can cause res
and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and
colorless. You may not know all the following safety precautions
which can protect both you and your family from an accident.
Read them carefully now, then review them point by point
with the members of your household. Someday when there
may not be a minute to lose, everyone's safety will depend
on knowing exactly what to do. If, after reading the following
information, you feel you still need more information, please
contact your gas supplier.
LP-GAS WARNING ODOR
If a gas leak happens, you should be able to smell the gas because of the odorant put in the LP-Gas.
That's your signal to go into immediate action!
• Do not operate electric switches, light matches, use your
phone. Do not do anything that could ignite the gas.
• Get everyone out of the building, vehicle, trailer, or area.
Do that IMMEDIATELY.
• Close all gas tank or cylinder supply valves.
• LP-Gas is heavier than air and may settle in low areas
such as basements. When you have reason to suspect
a gas leak, keep out of basements and other low areas.
• Use your neighbor's phone and call a trained LP-Gas ser-
vice person and the re department. Even though you may
not continue to smell gas, do not turn on the gas again.
Do not re-enter the building, vehicle, trailer, or area.
• Finally, let the service man and reghters check for es-
caped gas. Have them air out the area before you return.
Properly trained LP-Gas service people should repair the
leak, then check and relight the gas appliance for you.
Stay out until reghters declare them to be safe.
NO ODOR DETECTED - ODOR FADE
Some people cannot smell well. Some people cannot smell the
odor of the chemical put into the gas. You must nd out if you
can smell the odorant in propane. Smoking can decrease your
ability to smell. Being around an odor for a time can affect your
sensitivity or ability to detect that odor. Sometimes other odors in
the area mask the gas odor. People may not smell the gas odor
or their minds are on something else. Thinking about smelling a
gas odor can make it easier to smell.
The odorant in LP-gas is colorless, and it can fade under some
circumstances. For example, if there is an underground leak, the
movement of the gas through soil can lter the odorant. Odorants
in LP-Gas also are subject to oxidation. This fading can occur if
there is rust inside the storage tank or in iron gas pipes.
The odorant in escaped gas can adsorb or absorb onto or into walls,
masonry and other materials and fabrics in a room. That will take
some of the odorant out of the gas, reducing its odor intensity.
LP-Gas may stratify in a closed area, and the odor intensity could
vary at different levels. Since it is heavier than air, there may be
more odor at lower levels. Always be sensitive to the slightest gas
odor. If you detect any odor, treat it as a serious leak. Immediately
go into action as instructed earlier.
• Learn to recognize the odor of LP-gas. Your local LP-Gas
Dealer can give you a "Scratch and Sniff" pamphlet. Use it to
nd out what the propane odor smells like. If you suspect that
your LP-Gas has a weak or abnormal odor, call your LP-Gas
Dealer.
• If you are not qualied, do not light pilot lights, perform service,
or make adjustments to appliances on the LP-Gas system. If
you are qualied, consciously think about the odor of LP-Gas
prior to and while lighting pilot lights or performing service or
making adjustments.
• Sometimes a basement or a closed-up house has a musty
smell that can cover up the LP-Gas odor. Do not try to light pilot
lights, perform service, or make adjustments in an area where
the conditions are such that you may not detect the odor if there
has been a leak of LP-Gas.
• Odor fade, due to oxidation by rust or adsorption on walls of
new cylinders and tanks, is possible. Therefore, people should
be particularly alert and careful when new tanks or cylinders are
placed in service. Odor fade can occur in new tanks, or reinstalled
old tanks, if they are lled and allowed to set too long before
relling. Cylinders and tanks which have been out of service for
SOME POINTS TO REMEMBER
a time may develop internal rust which will cause odor fade. If
such conditions are suspected to exist, a periodic sniff test of
the gas is advisable. If you have any question about the gas
odor, call your LP-gas dealer. A periodic sniff test of the
LP-gas is a good safety measure under any condition.
• If, at any time, you do not smell the LP-Gas odorant and you
think you should, assume you have a leak. Then take the same
immediate action recommended above for the occasion when
you do detect the odorized LP-Gas.
• If you experience a complete "gas out," (the container is under
no vapor pressure), turn the tank valve off immediately. If the
container valve is left on, the container may draw in some air
through openings such as pilot light orices. If this occurs, some
new internal rusting could occur. If the valve is left open, then
treat the container as a new tank. Always be sure your container
is under vapor pressure by turning it off at the container before it
goes completely empty or having it relled before it is completely
empty.
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INTRODUCTION
IMPORTANT: Read all instructions carefully before starting
installation. Failure to follow these installation instructions may
result in a possible re hazard and will void the warranty.
Save this manual for future reference.
Please read this manual before installing and using the
appliance.
Instructions to Installer
1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after
installation.
2. Installer must have owner ll out and mail warranty card supplied
with unvented room heater/vented decorative appliance.
3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate unvented
room heater/vented decorative appliance.
Always consult your local Building Department regarding regulations,
codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of an unvented
room heater/vented decorative appliance.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* manufactured
(mobile) home, where not prohibited by state or local codes.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from
the manufacturer.
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.
Solid-fuels shall not be burned in a replace where a vented decorative
appliance is installed.
A vented decorative appliance must be installed only in a solid-
fuel burning replace with a working ue and constructed of non-
combustible material.
Any alteration of the original design, installed other than as
shown in these instructions or use with a type of gas not
shown on the rating plate is the responsibility of the person
and company making the change.
Important
All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number, Serial
Number and type of gas.
Attention: During initial use of log you will detect an odor as
the log is cured.
Notice: During initial ring of this unit, its paint will bake out, and
smoke will occur. To prevent triggering of smoke alarms, ventilate
the room in which the unit is installed.
WARNING
This appliance is for installation only in a solid-fuel burning
masonry or UL 127 factory-built replace or in a listed
ventless rebox enclosure. It has been design certied for
these installations. Exception: DO NOT install this appliance
in a factory-built replace that includes instructions stating
it has not been tested or should not be used with unvented
gas logs.
WARNING
Any modication to this unvented gas heater or its controls
can be dangerous. Improper installation or use of the heater
can cause serious injury or death from re, burns, explosion
or carbon monoxide poisoning.
Well Head Gas Installations
Some natural gas utilities use "well head" gas. This may affect the
Btu output of the unit. Contact the gas company for the heating value.
Contact the manufacturer or your gas company before changing
spud/orice size.
ACCESSORIES for VFDR, VFDT, & VFDM
Description Color
EK-1 Embers Kit N/A
PE-20 Platinum Embers N/A
ELH-1 Fireplace Hood for Vent-Free Logs Black
ELH-2 Fireplace Hood for Vent-Free Logs Brass
ACCESSORIES for VFDR ONLY
FRBC Battery Operated Remote Control
FRBTC Battery Operated Remote Control with Thermostat
FREC Electric Remote Control
FWS Wall Switch
TRW Remote Wall Thermostat
TMV Wall Thermostat, Millivolt - Reed Switch
NOTICE: Thermostats are for Vent-Free Applications only.
30726-4-0714 Page 5
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Model Gas Valve Type
VFDR(18,24,30)LBW
VFDR18LBW10
VFDT(18,24,30)LBW
VFDM(18,24,30)LBW
Regulator Pressure
Setting
Natural
Propane 10.0" W.C. 13.0" W.C. 11.0" W.C.
Natural
Propane 10.0" W.C. 13.0" W.C. 11.0" W.C.
Natural
Propane 10.0" W.C. 13.0" W.C. 11.0" W.C.
Natural
Propane 10.0" W.C. 13.0" W.C. 11.0" W.C.
Model BTU/hr.
VFDR18LBW10N 10,000 N/A N/A
VFDR18LBW10P 10,000 N/A N/A
VFDR18LBWN 28,000 N/A 19,000
VFDR18LBWP 28,000 N/A 22,000
VFDR24LBWN 34,000 N/A 24,000
VFDR24LBWP 34,000 N/A 26,000
VFDR30LBWN 40,000 N/A 27,000
VFDR30LBWP 40,000 N/A 31,000
VFDT18LBWN 28,000 N/A 19,000
VFDT18LBWP 28,000 N/A 22,000
VFDT24LBWN 34,000 N/A 24,000
VFDT24LBWP 34,000 N/A 26,000
VFDT30LBWN 40,000 N/A 27,000
VFDT30LBWP 40,000 N/A 31,000
VFDM18LBWN 28,000 23,000 19,000
VFDM18LBWP 28,000 25,000 22,000
VFDM24LBWN 34,000 29,000 24,000
VFDM24LBWP 34,000 30,000 26,000
VFDM30LBWN 40,000 32,000 27,000
VFDM30LBWP 40,000 36,000 31,000
NOTICE: Thermostats are for Vent-Free Applications only.
Millivolt
Millivolt
Thermostat
Manual
Max. Rate
3.5" W.C. 10.5" W.C. 4.5" W.C.
3.5" W.C. 10.5" W.C. 5.0" W.C.
6.0" W.C. 10.5" W.C. 7.0" W.C.
6.0" W.C. 10.5" W.C. 7.0" W.C.
BTU/hr.
Med. Rate
Gas Inlet Pressure
Max
BTU/hr.
Min. Rate
Gas Inlet Pressure
Minimum
WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS
Water vapor is a by-product of gas combustion. An unvented room
heater produces approximately one (1) ounce (30ml) of water for
every 1,000 BTU's (.3KW's) of gas input per hour.
Unvented room heaters must be used as supplemental heat (a
room) rather than a primary heat source (an entire house). In most
supplemental heat applications, the water vapor does not create a
problem. In most applications, the water vapor enhances the low
humidity atmosphere experienced during cold weather.
The following steps will help insure that water vapor does not
become a problem.
1. Be sure the heater is sized properly for the application, including
ample combustion air and circulation air.
2. If high humidity is experienced, a dehumidier may be used to
help lower the water vapor content of the air.
3. Do not use an unvented room heater as the primary heat source
(an entire house).
30726-4-0714Page 6
GENERAL INFORMATION
This is an unvented 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.
Keep room area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline
and other ammable vapors and liquids.
Unvented gas heaters are a supplemental zone heater. They are not
intended to be a primary heating appliance. Water vapor produced
by an unvented heater can create moisture problems in a home
when operated for extended periods of time.
During manufacturing, fabricating and shipping, various components
of this appliance are treated with certain oils, lms or bonding agents.
These chemicals are not harmful but may produce annoying smoke
and smells as they are burned off during the initial operation of the
appliance; possibly causing headaches or eye or lung irritation. This
is a normal and temporary occurrence.
The initial break-in operation should last 2-3 hours with the burner
at the highest setting. Provide maximum ventilation by opening
windows or doors to allow odors to dissipate. Any odors remaining
after this initial break-in period will be slight and will disappear with
continued use.
This appliance must not be used with glass doors in the closed
position. This can lead to pilot outages and severe sooting outside
the replace.
Do not use this room heater if any part has been under water.
Immediately call a qualied service technician to inspect the room
heater and replace any part of the control system and any gas
control which has been under water.
WARNING
This appliance is equipped for (natural or propane) gas. Field
conversion is not permitted.
Before you get started
Carefully inspect the contents for shipping damage. If any parts are
missing or damaged, immediately inform the dealer from whom you
purchased the appliance. Do not attempt to install any part of the
appliance unless you have all parts in good condition.
Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equipment or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be
performed only by a qualied agency. The term "qualied agency"
means any individual, rm, corporation, or company that either in
person or through a representative is engaged in and is responsible
for (a) the installation, testing, or replacement of gas piping or (b) the
connection, installation, testing, repair, or servicing of equipment;
that is experienced in such work; that is familiar with all precautions
required, and that has complied with all the requirements of the
authority having jurisdiction.
State of Massachusetts: The installation must be made
by a licensed plumber or gas tter in the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts.
Sellers of unvented propane or natural gas-red supplemental
room heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy of 527
CMR-30 upon sale of the unit.
In the State of Massachusetts, unvented propane and natural
gas-red space heaters shall be prohibited in bedrooms and
bathrooms.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of
local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.*
*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc. 11
West 42nd St., New York, N.Y. 10018.
High Altitude
When installing this unit at an elevation above 2,000 feet (in the
United States), it may be necessary to decrease the input rating
by changing the existing burner orice to a smaller size. Generally,
input should be reduced 4 percent for each 1,000 feet above sea
level. However, if the heating value of the gas has been reduced,
this general rule may not apply. Check with local gas utility for proper
orice size identication.
Make sure you have received all parts:
Check your packing list to verify that all listed parts have been
received. You should have the following:
• Gas log grate/burner assembly.
• Two (2) masonry anchoring screws and two (2) 10 x 1/2" black
sheet metal anchoring screws.
• Concrete Log Set - 7 pieces
• Plastic bag containing glowing embers (rock wool) for burner
coverage.
The millivolt controlled heater may be operated with optional devices
for REMOTE/OFF/ON functions.
a. Wall switch or thermostat with wire.
b. Hand held remote control with ON/OFF switch or thermostat.
Handle the gas log burner assembly by the grate and legs only.
Do not pick the unit up by the burner.
Gloves are recommended when handling logs to prevent skin
irritation. Logs are fragile - Handle with care.
Qualied Installing Agency
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REQUIREMENTS FOR CANADA
This unit cannot be installed in a UNVENTED application, this
unit can only be installed as a VENTED application with these
requirements.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
This unit complies with ANSI Z21.60and CGA 2.26 Decorative
Gas Appliances For Installation In Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces.
Do not burn wood or solid fuels in a replace where a decorative
gas log set is installed. This appliance is for installation only in
a solid fuel burning replace, masonry replace or manufactured
replace.
WARNING
Any modication to this gas log set or to controls can be dangerous. Improper installation or use of the gas log set can cause
serious injury or death from re, burns, explosion or carbon
monoxide poisoning.
1. Please follow all local codes regarding installation, combus-
tion and ventilation air or in the absence of local codes follow
the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1(U.S. installation), or
CAN/CGA-B149, Installation Code (Canada installation).
2. Proper installation, burner pan location and log placement is
important to achieve optimum look and performance of your
gas log set. The logs have been designed for easy location
and placement on the grate and must be followed for proper
operation.
3. Do not operate this log set with glass doors in the closed po-
sition. A replace screen must be in place when the log set
is burning. Adequate combustion air must be provided for
proper venting. All ames should go up and out the top of the
rebox into the ue vent. If any ames oat or curl forward into
the room do not operate appliance. Check for an open ue
and adequate combustion air into the room. A damper clamp
must be installed on the rebox damper to maintain an open
ue vent condition. Refer to page 12 INSTALLING DAMPER
CLAMP
4. Young children must be carefully supervised when they are in
the same room as the gas log while in operation. Do not place
stockings, clothing or any ammable material above or near
the replace.
5. Do not substitute or use materials other than those supplied
for use with the log set.
6. Also refer to IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION on page
3 of this manual
• Clothing or other ammable material should not be placed on
or near the appliance.
• Do not place trash or other articles on the log set during operation.
• During manufacturing, fabricating and shipping, various com-
ponents of this appliance are treated with certain oils, lms or
bonding agents. These bonding agents are not harmful but
may produce annoying smoke and smells as they are burned
off during initial operation of the appliance. This is a normal
temporary occurrence. A window should be opened during the
initial bake out period.
• Keep burner and control compartment clean.
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 qualied chimney cleaner.
• Installation and repair should be done by a qualied service
person. The appliance should be inspected before use and
at least annually by a qualied service person. More frequent
cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting,
bedding materials, etc. It is imperative that control compartments, burners and circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean.
• Do not put anything around the replace that will obstruct the
ow of ventilation air.
• Do keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible
material, gasoline and other ammable vapors and liquids.
• A yearly examination and cleaning of the venting system of
the solid-fuel burning replace must be performed by a qualied agency.
• Do make a periodic visual check of pilot and burners. Clean
and replace damaged parts.
• Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water.
Immediately call a qualied service technician to inspect the
appliance and to replace any part of the control system and
any gas control which has been under water.
• Never burn solid fuels in replace where a gas log set is installed.
• This unit complies with ANSI Z21.60 Decorative Vented Appliances for Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces. State or local codes
may only allow operation of this appliance in a vented conguration. Check your state or local codes.
WARNING
DO NOT OPERATE THIS GAS LOG SET WITH GLASS
DOORS CLOSED.
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PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR
This heater shall not be installed in a conned space unless provisions are
provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air.
A conned space is an area with volume less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000
Btuh of the combined input rates of all appliances drawing combustion
air from that space. Small areas such as equipment rooms are conned
spaces. Furnaces installed in a conned space which supply heated air to
areas outside the space must draw return air from outside the space through
tightly sealed return air ducts. A conned space must have 2 openings into
the space for combustion air. One opening must be within 12 inches of the
ceiling and the other must be within 12 inches of the oor. The required
sizing of these openings is determined by whether inside or outside air is
used to support combustion, the method by which the air is brought to the
space (vertical or horizontal duct) and by the total input rate of all appliances in the space.
Unusually Tight Construction
The air that leaks around doors and windows may provide enough fresh
air for combustion and ventilation. However, in buildings of unusually tight
construction, you must provide additional fresh air.
Unusually tight construction is dened as construction where:
a. Walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have a con-
tinuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm or less with
openings gasketed or sealed, and
b. Weather-stripping has been added on openable windows and doors,
and
c. Caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as joints around
window and door frames, between sole plates and oors, between
wall-ceiling joints, between wall panels, at penetrations for plumbing,
electrical, and gas lines, and at other openings.
If your home meets all of the three criteria above, you must provide
additional fresh air.
WARNING
If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that dened
as an unconned space or if the building is of unusually tight construction,
provide adequate combustion and ventilation air by one of the methods
described in the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Air for
Combustion and Ventilation, or applicable local codes.
The following formula can be used to determine the maximum heater rating
per the denition of unconned space:
If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that dened
as an unconned space, provide adequate combustion and ventilation air
by one of the methods described in the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA54.
Adhere to all codes, or in their absence, the latest edition of THE NATIONAL
FUEL GAS CODE ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54 which can be obtained from:
Example of Large Room with 1/2 Wall divider.
Figure 1
Btu/Hr =
(L1 + L2)FT x (W)FT x (H)FT
50
American National Standards Institute
11 West 42nd St.
New York, NY 10018
OR
National Fire Protection Association, Inc.
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
x 1000
Minimum Dimensions For Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces UL127
Factory Built Fireplaces
Model A B C D
VFDR18LBW10 17" 12" 28" 17"
VFD(R,T,M)18 17" 12" 28" 17"
VFD(R,T,M)24 23" 12" 30" 18"
VFD(R,T,M)30 26" 12" 34" 20"
The dimensions shown and dened in the replace manufacturer’s
instructions are minimum clearances to maintain in installing this
heater. Left and right clearances are determined when facing the
front of the heater.
Glass Doors
Make sure that glass doors are open during all operations of
the logset. The opening of the glass door frame should be the
dimension used for the minimum front opening of the rebox.
Follow these instructions to ensure safe installation.
Failure to follow instructions exactly can create a re hazard.
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CLEARANCES
Figure 2
CLEARANCES (continued)
Sidewall & Ceiling Clearances
Figure 3
The sides of the replace opening must be 6" from any combustible
wall. The ceiling must be at least 41" (for 18", 24" and 30" logs)
from the replace opening.
Mantel Clearances Without Hood
You must have non-combustible materials above the replace
opening. Non-combustible material must extend at least 12" above
replace opening. With sheet metal, you must have non-combustible
material behind it.
Heat resistant materials such as slate and marble must be at least
1/2" thick. Sheet metal should not be installed onto combustible
material.
Non-Combustible
Material Distance
12" or more Non-combustible material
Less than 12" Non-combustible material must be
Mantel Clearances with Hood
You must have non-combustible materials above the replace
opening. Non-combustible material must extend at least 8" above
replace opening. With sheet metal, you must have non-combustible
material behind it.
Heat resistant materials such as slate and marble must be at least
1/2" thick. Sheet metal should not be installed onto combustible
material.
Example: A mantel may project from the wall a maximum of 2" at a
minimum of 13-1/2" above the opening, and a maximum of 6" at a
minimum of 15" above the opening.
Requirements for Safe Installation
extended to at least 8" with the installa-
tion of the optional replace hood. If you
cannot extend non-combustible material
at least 8", you must operate heater with
ue damper open.
Figure 4
If your installation does not meet the above clearances, you must
proceed to one of the following steps:
• Use a hood.
• Operate the heater with ue damper open. See page 12 for In-
stalling as a Vented Appliance.
• Raise the mantel to the proper height.
• Remove the mantel.
Figure 5
If your installation does not meet the above minimum clearances,
you must proceed to one of the following steps:
• Operate the heater with the ue damper open. See page 12 for
Installing as a Vented Appliance.
• Raise the mantel to the proper height.
• Remove the mantel.
Floor Clearance
If installing heater at oor level, the minimum distance to combustibles is “0” inches.
Figure 6
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COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
Do not attach combustible material to the mantel of your replace.
This is a re hazard.
Figure 7
FIREPLACE PREPARATION
No greeting card, stockings or ornamentation of any type should be
placed on or attached to the replace. This is a heating appliance.
The ow of heat can ignite combustibles.
Figure 8
• Turn off gas supply to replace or rebox.
• Have the replace oor and chimney professionally cleaned to
remove ashes, soot, creosote or other obstructions.
Have this cleaning performed annually after installation.
• Seal any fresh air vents or ash clean-out doors located on oor
or wall of replace. If not, drafting may cause pilot outage or
sooting. Use a heat-resistant sealant. Do not seal chimney ue
damper.
Install and operate the appliance as directed in this manual.
FOR FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACES
FREE OPENING AREA OF CHIMNEY DAMPER FOR VENTING
COMBUSTION PRODUCTS FROM DECORATIVE APPLIANCES
FOR INSTALLATION IN SOLID FUEL BURNING FIREPLACES
Appliance Input Rate (BTU/hr)
20 30 40
Chimney
Height* (ft)
10 11.3 16.6 22.1
15 8.6 12.6 17.3
20 7.5 10.8 14.5
25 6.6 9.6 12.6
30 6.2 9.1 11.3
35 5.7 8.0 10.8
40 5.3 7.5 10.2
Minimum Opening** (sq. in.)
FOR MASONRY BUILT FIREPLACES
FREE OPENING AREA OF CHIMNEY DAMPER FOR VENTING
COMBUSTION PRODUCTS FROM DECORATIVE APPLIANCES
FOR INSTALLATION IN SOLID FUEL BURNING FIREPLACES
Appliance Input Rate (BTU/hr)
20 30 40
Chimney
Height* (ft)
6 17.6 25.7 33.8
8 16.5 23.7 31.2
10 15.1 21.7 28.7
15 14.1 19.9 26.1
20 12.9 18.5 23.7
30 12.2 16.9 21.6
* Height is from hearth to top of chimney and the minimum height
is 6 feet.
** Chart shows minimum opening (sq. in.) for given height and
input rate.
Minimum Opening** (sq. in.)
* Height is from hearth to top of chimney and the minimum
height is 10 feet.
** Chart shows minimum opening (sq. in.) for given height and
input rate.
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INSTALLING AS A VENTED APPLIANCE
Notice (Damper Clamp Installation)
When installing your log set as a vented installation the damper
clamp must be used.
Figure 9
When installing your log set as a vent-free installation the damper
clamp can be used to eliminate the potential for odors when burning
the logs for the rst time.
Installing Damper Clamp
Remove all ashes or other debris from the replace. If the replace
is equipped with an ash dump be sure to seal the door with furnace
cement or high temperature silicone. Be sure to check the damper
for proper operation and verify that the ue passageway is open.
Place the clamp over the lip of the damper and tighten the hold
down bolt until the clamp is securely attached to the damper. This
will prevent the damper from accidentally closing.
Manual and millivolt controlled gas logs may be installed as a vented
decorative log set in compliance with ANSI Z21.60 and National
Fuel Gas Code. When the gas logs are operated with the damper
open, non-combustible material and minimum mantel requirements
do not apply.
BEFORE FULLY INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE
• Turn off the gas supply to the replace or rebox.
• Seal any fresh air vents and/or ash clean-out doors located on
the oor or wall of the replace. If left unsealed, drafting may
cause pilot outage or sooting. Use a heat resistant sealant. Do
not seal the chimney ue damper.
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 qualied chimney cleaner.
You must secure the gas log heater to the replace oor. If
not, the entire unit may move when you adjust the controls.
Movement of unit may cause shifting of the gas logs which
leads to sooting and improper burning. Grate movement
could cause a gas leak.
Special care is required if you are installing the unit into a
sunken replace. You must raise the replace oor to allow
access to gas log controls. This will insure adequate air
ow and guard against sooting. Raise the replace oor
using noncombustible materials.
Assembly Procedure:
1. Center the gas log unit in the replace or rebox. Make certain
the front feet of the grate sit inside the front edge of the replace
or rebox.
2. An anchor hole is provided in the two bottom side members of
the grate frame. After centering the grate correctly, mark the hole
positions on the replace/rebox oor. Drill two (2) 5/32" diameter
holes approximately 1-1/2" deep for masonry screws or 1/8" hole
for sheet metal screws.
3. Anchor the grate to the replace/rebox oor using the screws
provided. Refer to Figure 10.
Proper installation of the grate is essential to prevent any movement of the gas logs and controls during operation.
Figure 10
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GAS SUPPLY
Check all local codes for requirements, especially for the size
and type of gas supply line required.
Recommended Gas Pipe Diameter
Pipe Length Schedule 40 Pipe
Inside Diameter
Nat. L.P. Nat. L.P.
0-10 feet
0-3 meters
10-40 feet
4-12 meters
40-100 feet
13-30 meters
100-150 feet
31-46 meters
1/2”
12.7mm
1/2”
12.7mm
1/2”
12.7mm
3/4”
19mm
3/8”
9.5mm
1/2”
12.7mm
1/2”
12.7mm
1/2”
12.7mm
NOTICE: Never use plastic pipe. Check to conrm whether
your local codes allow copper tubing or galvanized.
NOTICE: Since some municipalities have additional local
codes, it is always best to consult your local authority and
installation code.
Installing a New Main Gas Cock
Each appliance should have its own manual gas cock.
A manual main gas cock should be located in the vicinity
of the unit. Where none exists, or where its size or location
is not adequate, contact your local authorized installer for
installation or relocation.
Compounds used on threaded joints of gas piping shall be
resistant to the action of liqueed petroleum gases. The gas
lines must be checked for leaks by the installer. This should
be done with a soap solution watching for bubbles on all
exposed connections, and if unexposed, a pressure test
should be made.
Never use an exposed ame to check for leaks. Appliance must be disconnected from piping at inlet of control
valve and pipe capped or plugged for pressure test.
Never pressure test with appliance connected; control
valve will sustain damage!
A gas valve and ground joint union should be installed in the gas
line upstream of the gas control to aid in servicing. It is required by
the National Fuel Gas Code that a drip line be installed near the gas
inlet. This should consist of a vertical length of pipe tee connected
into the gas line that is capped on the bottom in which condensation
and foreign particles may collect.
Tubing, Type L
Outside Diameter
1/2”
12.7mm
5/8”
15.9mm
3/4”
19mm
7/8”
22.2mm
3/8”
9.5mm
1/2”
12.7mm
1/2”
12.7mm
3/4”
19mm
Figure 11
The use of the following gas connectors is recommended:
— ANS Z21.24 Appliance Connectors of Corrugated Metal
Tubing and Fittings
— ANS Z21.45 Assembled Flexible Appliance Connectors
of Other Than All-Metal Construction
The above connectors may be used if acceptable by the
authority having jurisdiction. The state of Massachusetts
requires that a exible appliance connector cannot exceed
three feet in length.
Pressure Testing of the Gas Supply System
1. To check the inlet pressure to the gas valve, a 1/8"
(3.175mm) N.P.T. plugged tapping, accessible for test
gauge connection, must be placed immediately upstream
of the gas supply connection to the appliance.
2. The appliance and its individual shutoff 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 psig (3.5 kPa).
3. The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping
system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during
any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at
test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
WARNING
If the gas pressure exceeds the maximum limits listed on
page 6 of this manual or on the installed gas valve, it will
result in a hazardous condition.
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LOG IDENTIFICATION
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