Kingsman VB18, VB24 Installation Instructions Manual
Installation Instructions
Model Number VB18 and VB24 Vented Gas Log
Models VB18 and VB24 Listed Cer tified for USA and Canada
Certified to: ANSI Z21.60–2003, ANSI Z21.60a–2003, ANSI Z21.60b–2004,
CSA 2.26–2004, CSA 2.26a-2003, CSA 2.26b-2004
WARNING:
Improper
installation, 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
qualified installer, service agency, or the
gas supplier.
Installation and the provisions for combustion and ventilation air must conform with the National Gas and
Propane Installation Code, ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54 or the CSA B149.1,
Natural Gas and Propane Installation
Code.
WARNING:
These gas logs
sets are for installation in a solid fuel
burning fireplace with a working flue
and constructed of noncombustible
material.
NOTE: Solid fuels shall not be burned
in the fireplace where the logset is installed.
This appliance must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and
meet the requirements of 527 CMR 30 and 248 CMR.
NOTE: Installer, leave these
instructions with the
Consumer!
WARNING:
Failure to position the parts in accordance with
these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved
with this appliance may result in property damage or personal
injury.
WARNING:
This appliance and its main gas valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure
testing of that system at test pressures equal to or less that 1/2 psi
(3.5kPa). The appliance must be isolated from the gas piping system by
closing its equipment shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas
supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psi
(3.5kPa).
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
Read this complete manual before beginning installation.
These instructions must be kept with the unit for future reference.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal
injury or loss of life. Refer to this manual. Installation and service
must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
What to Do If You Smell Gas
Do not try to light any appliance.
Extinguish any open flame.
Do not touch any electrical switch.
Do not use any phone in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbour’s phone.
If you can not reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Printed in Canada October 20, 2009 18VB-MAN
A Division of R-Co. Inc.
2340 Logan Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R2R 2V3
Ph: (204) 632-1962
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Minimum Firebox Sizing Requirements:
Burner and Log Set
18” Burner x 18” Log Set
18” Burner x 24” Log Set
24” Burner x 24” Log Set
24” Burner x 30” Log Set
Front Minimum Width
25”
29”
34”
36”
Minimum Rear Width
18”
21”
24”
26”
Depth
15”
15”
16”
17”
Height
18”
18”
18”
18”
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAG E
Gas Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Warnings Installations and Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Operations and Maintenance Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Installation Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installing Into Existing Fireplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Venting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installing Burner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Installing Gas Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 - 17
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Cleaning And Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Replacement Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
BEFORE INSTALLING YOUR GAS LOG SET
If the wood burning fireplace has the telltale sign of soot (blackened fascia) or smoked up when used as a wood
burning fireplace, putting a gas log set in it without rectifying the sooting issue will not solve this. There are reasons
why fireplaces soot, the damper is not open far enough, too small of flue, too large of fireplace opening, obstruction in chimney, creosite buildup, bird’s nest, negative room pressures created by insufficient outside air, exhaust
fans etc. and or log sets that are installed too close to the opening thus allowing byproducts to spill into the room,
chimney too cold, poor fireplace design. Problems with the fireplace should be rectified before operating gas log
set.
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GAS SPECIFICATIONS
VENTED GAS LOG SETS (Burner and Log Set are sold separately)
Burner Log Fuel BTU Manifold Orifice Primary Air Min/Max
Model Size Type Input Pressure Size Opening Inlet
Press.
VGB18N/VSB18N 18”-24” Natural Gas 30,000 - 48,500 1.6” - 3.5” #29 Non 5.5/10”
VGB18LP/VSB18LP 18”-24” Liquid Propane 38,000 - 47,000 6.3” - 10” #47 .25” 11/13”
VGB24N/VSB24N 24”-30” Natural Gas 46,000 - 73,000 1.6” - 3.5” #20 Non 5.5/10”
VGB24LP/VSB24LP 24”-30” Liquid Propane 68,000 - 86,000 6.3” - 10” #37 .25” 11/13”
Log Set required for each burner (above)
VLOG18 Split Oak 18”
VLOG24 Reversible Charred Split or Barked Oak 24”
VLOG30 Reversible Charred Split or Barked Oak 30”
Accessories
ZIRC Remote Control – On/Off
RMCBN Remote Control for Natural Gas – On/Off, Hi/Lo Flame Adjustment
RMCBP Remote Control for Propane – On/Off, Hi/Lo Flame Adjustment
VLBIT4 Log Bit - Four Piece
VLBIT6 Log Bit - Six Piece
NOTE: Flame appearance and flame height will vary with specific installations.
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Warnings, Installations, and Operations
• Gas fired appliances may be used only for supplemental heat and/or decorative purposes and under no circumstances
shall they provide a primary heat source.
FOR SAFE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF YOUR GAS FIREPLACE PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
1. Do not clean when the glass is hot.
2. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
3. Using a substitute glass will void all product warranties.
4. For safe operation, glass doors must be closed.
5. When purging the gas line, the glass front must be
removed.
6. Do not strike or abuse glass. Take care to avoid breakage.
7. Do not alter gas orifice.
8. No substitute materials may be used other than factory
supplied components.
9. This appliance gives off high temperatures and should be located out of heavy traffic areas and away from furniture and
draperies.
10. Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of the high surface temperatures of this appliance and should stay
away to avoid burns or ignition of clothing.
11. Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the appliance. Toddlers, young children
and others may be susceptible to accidental contact burns. A physical barrier is recommended if there are at risk individuals in the house. To restrict access to a fireplace or stove, install an adjustable safety gate to keep toddlers, young children
and other at risk individuals out of the room and away from hot surfaces.
12. Under no circumstances should any solid fuels (wood, paper) be used in this appliance.
13. Under no circumstances should this appliance be modified. Any parts that have to be removed for servicing should be replaced prior to operating this appliance.
14. Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person. The 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 material, et cetera. It is imperative that control compartments, burners and circulating air passageways of the
appliance be kept clean. Make sure that the gas valve and pilot light are turned off before you attempt to clean this unit.
15. Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the appliance. This appliance should not be used as
a drying rack for clothing nor should Christmas stockings or decorations be hung from it.
16. Do not use this heater if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the
heater and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.
17. Do not operate appliance unless completely installed as per installation instructions.
18. Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this
appliance may result in property damage or personal injury.
19. Do not operate appliance with the glass front removed, cracked or broken. Replacement of the glass should be done by a
licensed or qualified service person.
20. The front of the fireplace gives off high temperatures that could ignite combustible material which is kept close to the front
of the unit.
21. Ensure that power to the Fireplace is turned off before servicing.
22. Do not operate this Fireplace without the glass front or with a broken glass.
23. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to the
owner’s information manual provided with this appliance. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
24. Operation of this appliance when not connected to a properly installed and maintained venting system or tampering with
the blocked vent shutoff system can result in carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning and possible death.
Installation Regulations
This gas appliance must be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with local building codes, or in the absence of local
codes, with the current CAN/CGA-B149.1 Installation Code (in Canada) or the current National Fuel Gas Code Z223.1 when installed in the United States.
This appliance, when installed, must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of
local codes, with the current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code or with the national Electrical Code; ANSI/NFPA 70-1987 when
installed in the United States.
Warning
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• If the factory-built fireplace has no gas access hole(s) provided, an access hole of 1.5in [37.5mm] or less may be drilled
through the lower sides or bottom of the firebox in a proper workmanship like manner. This access hole must be plugged with
non-combustible insulation after the gas supply line has been installed.
• Cutting any sheet-metal parts of the fireplace, in which the gas fireplace insert is to be installed, is prohibited.
• This appliance must not be connected to a chimney flue serving a separate solid-fuel burning appliance.
• Installer must mechanically attach the supplied label to the inside of the fireplace into which the gas fireplace insert is installed.
NOTE: It is recommended that a Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detector be installed in or near bedrooms and on all levels of your
home. Place a detector about 15ft [4.5m] outside the room that houses your gas appliance.
Certified for installation in a bedroom or bed/sitting room. In Canada must be installed with listed millivolt thermostat. In USA see local codes.
For safe installation and operation note the following:
• The Burner/Log Assembly has been engineered and permanently adjusted for proper flame control.
• Periodically remove the logs from the grate assembly and vacuum any loose particles from the grate and burner areas. See
Log Placement page to remove logs. Vacuum burner parts and replace logs.
• Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation.
Verify proper operation after servicing.
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the installer or service agent shall be a plumber or gas fitter licensed by the Commonwealth.
When installed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or where applicable codes; the unit shall be installed with a CO detector per the requirements listed below.
1. For direct-vent appliances, mechanical-vent heating appliances or domestic hot water equipment, where the bottom of the
vent terminal and the air intake is installed below four feet above grade the following requirements must be satisfied:
A. If there is not one already present, on each floor level where there are bedroom(s), a carbon monoxide detector and
alarm shall be placed in the living area outside the bedroom(s). The carbon monoxide detector shall comply with NFPA
720 (2005 Edition).
B. A carbon monoxide detector shall be located in the room that houses the appliance or equipment and shall:
• Be powered by the same electrical circuit as the appliance or equipment such that only one service switch services
both the appliance and the carbon monoxide detector;
• Have battery back-up power;
• Meet ANSI./UL 2034 Standards and comply with NFPA 720 (2005 Edition); and
• Have been approved and listed by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory as recognized under 527 CMR.
C. A Product-approved vent terminal must be used, and if applicable, a Product-approved air intake must be used.
Installation shall be in strict compliance with the manufacturer’s instructions. A copy of the installation instructions shall
remain with the appliance or equipment at the completion of the installation.
D. A metal or plastic identification plate shall be mounted at the exterior of the building, four feet directly above the loca
tion of vent terminal. The plate shall be of sufficient size to be easily read from a distance of eight feet away, and read
“Gas Vent Directly Below”.
2. For direct-vent appliances, mechanical-vent heating appliances or domestic hot water equipment where the bottom of the
vent terminal and the air intake is installed above four feet above grade the following requirements must be satisfied:
A . If there is not one already present, on each floor level where there are bedroom(s), a carbon monoxide detector and
alarm shall be placed in the living area outside the bedroom(s). The carbon monoxide detector shall comply with NFPA
720 (2005 Edition).
B. A carbon monoxide detector shall:
• Be located in the room that houses the appliance or equipment;
• Be either hard-wired or battery powered or both; and
• Shall comply with NFPA 720 (2005 Edition).
A Product-approved vent terminal must be used, and if applicable, a Product-approved air intake must be used. Installation shall
be in strict compliance with the manufacturer instructions. A copy of the installation instructions shall remain with the appliance or
equipment at the completion of the installation.
For the state of Massachusetts a T-handle gas shut-off valve
must be used on a gas appliance. This T-handle gas shut-off
valve must be listed and approved by the state of Massachusetts. This is in reference to the state of Massachusetts state code
CMR238.
Operations and Maintenance Instructions
Installation Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Warning: This fireplace has been converted for use with a gas fireplace insert only and cannot be used
for burning wood or solid fuels unless all original parts have been replaced, and the fireplace re-approved by
the authority having jurisdiction.
INSTALLING
INSTALLATION OF BURNER INTO
EXISTING FIREPLACE
NOTE: Installed only in a solid fuel burning fireplace with
a working flue and constructed of non-combustible material. See chart on following page for minimum permanent
flue opening based on KBTU/HR and chimney height.
The damper must be secured so the minimum flue opening will be maintained at all times.
Warning:
Before installing in a solid fuel
burning fireplace, the chimney flue and firebox must
be cleaned of soot, creosote, ashes, and loose paint
by a qualified chimney cleaner. Creosote may ignite
when heated to a high temperature. Have chimney
flue inspected for damage. If flue system is
damaged, do not install the unit.
Warning:
Seal any fresh air vents or ash
cleanout doors located on the floor or wall of
fireplace. If this is not done, drafting may result
causing pilot outage or sooting. Use a heat-resistant
sealant. Do not seal chimney flue damper.
INSTALLING - DAMPER STOP
A damper stop is provided with vented log set. The
damper stop must be installed as shown in the diagram, damper stop is for minimum flue opening.
If the clamp does not fit or provide the minimum permanent flue opening as per charts, have the damper
cut or drilled to provide minimum permanent opening
or install a permanent stop.
Warning:
Installation of vented gas logs in
the Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires the
vent damper be permanently removed or welded in
the full open position. Vented gas logs can not be
installed in a bedroom or bathroom in the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
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Area of Various Standard Round Flues
Diameter (inside) Area (square inches)
5” 20 square inches
6” 29 square inches
7" 39 square inches
8” 51 square inches
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(A) - 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 (kBTU/hr)
40 50 60 70 80 90
Chimney Minimum Opening** (sq. in.) Max.
Height* (ft) input***
10 22.1 28.3 35.3 44.2 __ __ 77.6
15 17.3 21.2 26.4 32.2 28.5 45.4 98.2
20 14.5 18.1 22.1 26.4 31.2 37.4 114.2
25 12.6 15.9 18.1 22.9 27.3 31.2 121.0
30 11.3 14.5 17.3 20.4 24.6 28.3 130.1
35 10.8 13.2 15.9 18.9 22.1 25.5 141.2
40 10.2 12.6 15.2 18.1 20.4 23.8 158.5
(B) - For Masonry Built Fireplaces Free Opening Area of Chimney
Damper For Venting Combustion Products From Decorative Appliances
For Installation In Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces
Warning:
Check the fireplace for proper venting,
use a match or smoke pen, if any spillage is noted then
the Damper shall be opened until no spillage occurs. If a
proper draft can not be obtained, contact your dealer for
assistance.
* Height is from hearth to top of chimney and the minimum height is 10 feet.
** Chart shows minimum opening (sq. in.) for the given height and input rate.
*** Column marked “Max. Input” corresponds to the maximum allowable input rate (kBTU/hr) for the given height.
Appliance Input Rate (kBTU/hr)
40 50 60 70 80 90
Chimney Minimum Opening** (sq. in.)
Height* (ft)
6 33.8 41.7 49.2 56.6 64.0 71.4
8 31.2 38.7 45.5 52.4 59.7 66.9
10 28.7 35.2 41.7 48.5 54.3 60.2
15 26.1 32.0 37.7 43.2 48.8 54.1
20 23.7 28.8 34.4 39.8 44.4 49.1
30 21.6 26.5 31.2 35.9 40.3 44.5
* Height is from hearth to top of chimney and the minimum height is 6 feet.
** Chart shows minimum opening (sq. in.) for the given height and input rate.
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