Vanguard Managed Solutions SVFBC User Manual
®
Unvented (Vent-Free) LogMate Stove
This stove 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
(i.e. Installation of this product is permitted after the manufactured (mobile) home is sited).
OWNER’S
OPERATION
AND
INSTALLATION
MANUAL
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.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use
any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
— Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
SVFBC
Circulating
Stove
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.
WARNING: The SVFBC stove is to be
used only with certain vent-free gas log
heaters (see Table 1). Do not burn wood
or other materials in this stove.
This is an unvented gas-fired 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 section
bustion and Ventilation,
Air for Com-
page 6.
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CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
Safety Information................................................................................................. 2
Product Specifications ........................................................................................... 4
Local Codes ........................................................................................................... 5
Unpacking..............................................................................................................5
Product Features .................................................................................................... 6
Locating Stove....................................................................................................... 6
Air for Combustion and Ventilation...................................................................... 6
Installing .............................................................................................................. 10
Installation Clearances .................................................................................. 10
Installing GA3700 Blower Accessory .......................................................... 11
Installing Log Heater in Stove ...................................................................... 11
Technical Service ................................................................................................ 12
Replacement Parts ............................................................................................... 12
Accessories .......................................................................................................... 12
Illustrated Parts Breakdown ................................................................................ 13
Warranty Information ........................................................................... Back Cover
SAFETY
INFORMATION
W ARNINGS
WARNING ICON G 001
IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before
trying to assemble, operate, or service this stove. Improper use of this
stove can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosion, electrical shock, and carbon monoxide poisoning.
TABLE 1
For use with vent-free gas log heater models:
VANGUARD
VL18N
VL18P
VL18NT(A)
VL18PT(A)
VL18NV
VL18PV
VS18NV(B)
VS18PV(B)
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VYS18N
VYS18P
VYD18N
VYD18P
VYBD18P
VYBD18N
VS18NT(A)
VS18PT(A)
COMFORT
FLAME
CF18N
CF18P
CF18NT(A)
CF18PT(A)
CFS18NV(B)
CFS18PV(B)
CFYS18N
CFYS18P
CFS18NTA
CFS18PTA
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SAFETY
INFORMATION
Continued
W ARNINGS
WARNING: Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous.
1. This stove shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom.
2. Never install the stove
• 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 stove
• in high traffic areas
• in windy or drafty areas
3. Do not use this stove as a wood-burning fireplace. Use only the logs specified in Table 1, page 2.
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 stove with the screen in place. Make sure the screen is
in place before running stove.
6. Do not allow fans to blow directly into the stove. 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 heaters installed in this stove require fresh air ventilation to run
properly. See Air for Combustion and Ventilation, pages 6 through 9.
9. Do not run stove
• where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored
• under dusty conditions
10.Do not use this stove to cook food or burn paper or other objects.
11.Never place any objects in the stove or on logs.
12.Stove front and screen becomes very hot when running the stove. Keep
children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing
ignition. The stove 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 the stove.
14.Turn logs off and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person
should service and repair the stove.
15.Operating the stove above elevations of 4,500 feet could cause pilot outage.
16.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, etc. It is imperative that control
compartments, burners and circulating air passageways of the appliance be
kept clean.
17.Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the screen.
Continued
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PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS
31 1/2"
28"
1"
22 3/4"
19"
27"
20 1/4"
7 3/4"
1"
16 5/8"
24"
18 1/2"
26 1/2"
Figure 1 - Stove Front View
19 1/2"
15 1/2"
13 1/2"
4"
4"
1"
Door
Handle
1 1/2"
1"
1"
16"
12"
14 1/2"
18 1/2"
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Figure 2 - Stove Side View
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PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS
Continued
28"
15 1/2"
4"
5 3/4"
Figure 3 - Stove Top View
LOCAL CODES
UNPACKING
Install and use stove 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, also known as
NFPA 54*.
*Available from:
American National Standards Institute, Inc.
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
National Fire Protection Association, Inc.
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
NOTICE
Keep stove upright when removing from carton. Never turn stove on
its side.
1. Cut tape at top of carton. Remove stove by lifting it out of the top of carton.
2. Check carton contents for the following:
• Stove
• Touch-up paint
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CAUTION
Before installing log set, remove protective film from brass trim on
door. Failure to do so will result in soot and odors.
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