United States Stove Company VFZC36, VFZC42 Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

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Vent-Free Zero-Clearance Universal Firebox
Model VFZC36 and Model VFZC42
Certified for use with any Unvented Log Set tested to ANSI Z21.11.2
This Firebox may also be installed in manufactured (mobile) homes,
where not prohibited by state or local codes.
Shown with optional
cabinet mantel, hearth
base, brass trim, louvered
grills, and firebrick panels.
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
FOR USE ONLY
WITH DECORATIVE TYPE
UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS
DO NOT BUILD A WOOD FIRE
Save this manual for future
reference.
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Carefully review the instructions supplied
with the decorative type unvented room heater
for the minimum fireplace size requirement.
DO NOT INSTALL THE APPLIANCE IN
THIS FIREBOX, UNLESS THIS FIREBOX
MEETS THE MINIMUM DIMENSIONS REQUIRED
FOR THE INSTALLATION.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
PRODUCT FEATURES...........................................................................................2
LOCAL CODES........................................................................................................2
WARNINGS/SAFETY INFORMATION......................................................................3
VFZC36 SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................................................4
VFZC42 SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................................................5
LOCATING THE FIREBOX.....................................................................................6
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION........................................................6
INSTALLATION..................................................................................................6-14
PARTS DIAGRAM ................................................................................................15
PARTS LIST...........................................................................................................16
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES............................................................................17-18
HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS........................................................................19
PRODUCT FEATURES
Operation
These fireboxes are approved for installation with any certified vent-free gas log heater up to 40,000 BTU's. They require no outside venting or chimney making installation easy and inex­pensive. When used without the optional blower (model VFZCB), the firebox requires no electricity making it ideal for emergency backup heat.
LOCAL CODES
Installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. When using the optional Blower Kit, this firebox must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
*Available from:
American National Standards Institute, Inc.
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
National Fire Protection Association, Inc.
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Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
WARNINGS/SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT: Read this owner's manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this firebox. Improper use of this firebox can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosion, electrical shock, and carbon poisoning.
WARNING: Any change to this firebox or its controls can be dangerous.
1. This firebox shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom.
2. Never install the firebox * in a recreational vehicle * where curtains, furniture, clothing, or other flammable objects are less than
36 inches from the front, top, or side of the firebox * in high traffic areas * in windy or drafty areas
3. Do not use this firebox as a wood-burning fireplace. Use only "Vent-Free Gas Log Heaters".
4. Do not add extra logs or ornaments such as pine cones, vermiculite, or rock wool. Using these added items can cause sooting.
5. You must operate this firebox with the fireplace screen, hood, and brick liner in place. Make sure these parts are in place before running firebox.
6. Do not allow fans to blow directly into the firebox. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Ceiling fans can create drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Altered burner patterns can cause sooting.
7. Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with this heater.
8. Vent-free gas log heater installed in this firebox requires fresh air ventilation to run properly. See Air for Combustion and Ventilation instructions in Gas Log Heater owner's manual.
9. Do not run firebox * where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored * under dusty conditions
10. Do not use this firebox to cook food or burn paper or other objects.
11. Never place any objects in the firebox or on logs.
12. Firebox front and screen becomes very hot when running firebox. Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Firebox will remain hot for a time after shut-down. Allow surfaces to cool before touching.
13. Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room with firebox.
14. Turn firebox off and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair firebox.
15. Operating vent-free gas log heaters in a firebox above elevations of 4,500 feet could cause pilot outage.
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VFZC36 SPECIFICATIONS
INSIDE FIREBOX
FIREBOX TOP VIEW
NAILING FLANGE
GAS LINE
ELECTRICAL ACCESS
ACCESS
FIREBOX SIDE VIEWFIREBOX FRONT VIEW
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VFZC42 SPECIFICATIONS
INSIDE FIREBOX
FIREBOX TOP VIEW
NAILING FLANGE
GAS LINE
ELECTRICAL ACCESS
ACCESS
FIREBOX SIDE VIEWFIREBOX FRONT VIEW
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LOCATING FIREBOX
Planning
Plan where you will install the firebox. This will save time and money later when you install the firebox. Before installation, consider the following:
1. Where the firebox will be located. Allow for wall and ceiling clearances (see Installation Clearances, page 7).
2. If installing firebox directly on carpeting, tile or other combustible material, other than wood flooring, the firebox must be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the enclosure.
3. Everything needed to complete installation.
4. These models CANNOT be installed in a bedroom or bathroom.
5. Proper air for combustion and ventilation (see below).
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION
Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be made before installation of this unit. Please Refer to manual accompanying log set.
INSTALLATION
NOTICE
A qualified service person must install firebox. Follow all local codes.
WARNING
Never install the firebox
* in a bedroom or bathroom * in a recreational vehicle * where curtains, furniture, clothing, or other flammable objects
are less than 36 inches from the front, top, or sides of the firebox * in high traffic areas * in windy or draft areas
CAUTION
Vent-Free Gas Log heaters installed in this firebox create warm air currents. These currents move heat to wall surfaces next to firebox. Installing firebox next to vinyl or cloth wall coverings or operating firebox where impurities in the air (such as tobacco smoke) exist, may discolor walls.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the firebox is level. If firebox is not level, log set will not work properly.
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