Vermont Casting GPFMP, GPFMN User Manual

INSTALLER / CONSUMER

9DX5

SAFETY INFORMATION

PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL

BEFORE INSTALLING AND

USING APPLIANCE

IMPORTANT: Installation of natu­ral gas should be completed by a
qualified installer, service agency
or gas supplier.

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.

Vermont Castings Gas Patio Fire

Gas Patio Fire

Models: GPFMN, GPFMP

FOR YOUR SAFETY

• 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.

FOR YOUR SAFETY :

If you smell gas:

• Do not touch any electrical
switches

• Do not try to light any appliance.
Extinguish any open flame

• Do not use the phone in your
building

• Immediately call your gas sup­plier from a neighbor’s phone

• Follow your gas supplier’s in­structions

• If you cannot reach your gas
supplier, call the fire department

WARNING: For outdoor use only!
WARNING:

Do not use for cooking!

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Homeowner’s Installation and

Operating Manual

ANSI Z21.58-1995; CGA 1.6-M95;

IAS/US 4-96

INSTALLER: Do Not Discard This Manual,

Leave For Homeowner

20004237 5/02 Rev. 4

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Vermont Castings Gas Patio Fire

General Information

Model GPF is a decorative gas log set for outdoor use
only. This appliance must not be used for cooking.

IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings
carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard
and will void the warranty.

WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alter­ation, service or maintenance can cause injury or
property damage. Read the installation, operating and
maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or
servicing this equipment.

WARNING: This appliance shall be used only outdoors
in a well-ventilated space and shall NOT be used inside
a building, garage or any other enclosed area.

WARNING: This log set must NOT be installed in an
unvented appliance.

WARNING: This unit is not for use with solid fuel.
NOTE: All new LP cylinders (and in many cases used

cylinders) may contain water, air or other contaminants.
It is essential that these be removed before filling the
cylinder and placing into service. Water vapor present
in the gas vapor may cause the regulator to “freeze up”
and cause an interruption to the gas flow. This interrup­tion will cause the unit to shut down. To prevent this
from occurring, it is essential that a qualified individual
ALWAYS purge a new tank thoroughly before placing it
into service. It is recommended that cylinders that have
not been used for extended periods of time also be
purged before use.

The installation must conform with Local Codes or, in
the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas
Code ANSI Z223.1 or CSA-B149.1 Installation Code.

The appliance and its individual shut off valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping system during
any pressure testing or the system at test pressure in
excess of 1/2 psig (3.5kPa).

This appliance must be isolated from the gas supply
piping system by closing its individual manual shut off
valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply
piping system at test pressures equal to or less than
1/2 psig (3kPa).

Always keep the appliance area clear and free from
combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable
vapors and liquids.

• Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of
high surface temperatures and should stay away to
avoid burns or clothing ignition.

•Young children should be carefully supervised when
they are in the area of the appliance.

• Never leave the unit unattended during operation.

• Clothing or other flammable materials should not be
hung from the appliance, or placed on or near the
appliance.

• Installation and repair should be done by a qualified
service person. The appliance should be inspected
before use and at least annually by a qualified service
person. More frequent cleaning may be required as
necessary. It is imperative the control compartment,
burners and circulating air passageways of the appli­ance be kept clean.

• Inspect the fuel supply connection (including the hose
for LP models) before each use of the appliance.

• If it is evident there is excessive abrasion or wear, or
the hose is cut, it must be replaced prior to the appli­ance being put into operation.

• The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied
with LP models must be used. Replacement pressure
regulators and hose assemblies must be those speci­fied in this manual.

• The LP gas supply cylinder used with LP models must
be constructed and marked in accordance with the
specifications for LP gas cylinders of the U.S. Depart­ment of Transportation (DOT) or the specifications in
the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA B330,
Cylinder, Spheres and Tube for Transportation of
Dangerous Goods as applicable.

• Cylinders must be stored outdoors in a well-ventilated
area out of reach of children. Disconnected cylinders
must have threaded valve plugs tightly installed and
must not be stored in a building, garage or any other
enclosed area.

• Storage of this appliance indoors is permissible only
if it has been disconnected form its fuel supply
(natural gas line or LP gas cylinder).

• The LP gas cylinder supply system must be arranged
for vapor withdrawal.

• The LP gas cylinder used must include a collar to
protect the cylinder valve.

• When an LP model is not in use, the LP gas must be
turned off at the supply cylinder.

Table of Contents

General Information ............................................... 2

Specifications......................................................... 3

Assembly & Installation.......................................... 4

Log Placement ....................................................... 7

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

Maintenance ........................................................ 11

Replacement Parts .............................................. 12

Accessories..........................................................13

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GPF Dimensions

11¹⁄₂"

(292mm)

5"

(127mm)

12"

(305mm)

3¹⁄₄"(83mm)

16¹⁄₄"

(413mm)

11³⁄₈"

(289mm)

8¹⁄₄"

(210mm)

Burner

Vermont Castings Gas Patio Fire

Fig. 1 Physical dimensions.

Burner Assembly

Flex Line

Valve

Propane
Regulator/Hose

Fig. 2 GPF parts.

Natural
Gas Hose

FP1129

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Gas Specifications

Max. Input
Model Fuel Btu/Hr
GPFMN Natural Gas 75,000
GPFMP Propane Gas 65,000

Gas Inlet Pressures

Natural LP (Propane)
Minimum Inlet Pressure 5.5” w.c. 11.0” w.c.
Maximum Inlet Pressure 14.0”w.c. 14.0” w.c.

Minimum Clearance to Combustibles

Inches mm
Floor 0 0
Side Walls 16 406
Top of unit to ceiling 7 ft. 2.1m

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Vermont Castings Gas Patio Fire

Assembly and Installation

The logs and burner assembly are shipped together.

1. Remove the gas log set and burner assembly and
check for damage. DO NOT install damaged compo­nents. The logs are fragile - handle with care.

2. Place the burner assembly on a flat, stable surface
in an outdoor location such as a patio or a deck.
This location must be adjacent to the gas supply line
(natural gas) or LP gas supply cylinder. NOTE:
Minimum clearances to combustibles must be
maintained. (Refer to Page 3)

Remember, you must have easy access to the gas
valve control knob AFTER the appliance is installed and
connected to the gas supply.

The ON/OFF Gas Valve is used to turn gas to the
burner on and off.

Natural Gas Models

Connect the incoming gas supply line to the on/off gas
valve of the appliance. (Fig. 3) Make certain ALL gas
connections are tight. Test for leaks. Use a 50/50
solution of liquid soap and water to test for leaks at gas
fittings and joints. Apply water/soap solution with a
brush only -

do not over apply. NEVER test with an

open flame.

LP Gas Models

1. Place cylinder base (provided with unit) on a level
surface.

2. Be sure to place cylinder in ring on base.

3. Make sure tank valve is in its full OFF position. (Turn
clockwise to stop.)

4. Check tank valve features to ensure it has proper
external mating threads. (Tank valve marked: USE
WITH TYPE 1)

5. Inspect hose shipped with the unit for damage.
Never attempt to use damaged or plugged equip­ment. See your local LP Gas Dealer for repairs.

6. After inspecting the LP hose shipped with the unit,
connect the end with the female fitting on the hose
to the male fitting on the on/off gas valve at the end
of the flex tube and make sure it is tight.

7. When connecting regulator assembly to the tank
valve, hand tighten nut clockwise to a positive stop.
DO NOT use a wrench to tighten. Use of a wrench
may damage quick closing coupling nut and result in
a hazardous condition. (Fig. 3)

8. Locate the hose out of pathways where people may
trip over it or in areas where the hose may be
subject to accidental damage.

9. Open tank valve fully (counterclockwise). Turn the
on/off valve at the unit slowly to the on position and
use a 50/50 solution of liquid soap and water to test
for leaks at gas fitting and joints. Apply water/soap
solution with a brush only -

NEVER test with an open flame.

do not over apply.

If a leak is found,
turn tank valve off and do not use the appliance
until repairs can be made by a local LP Gas Dealer.
DO NOT attempt to make repairs yourself.

10. Never attempt to use this appliance or any compo­nents that have been damaged or exposed to an
accidental fire.

Fig. 3 Gas line connection.

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Natural Gas Supply
Line

Propane
Regulator Hose

Cylinder Base

Burner
Assembly

Valve

Valve

Burner
Assembly

FP1130

Vermont Castings Gas Patio Fire

Enclosures for LP Gas Supply Systems

If you build an enclosure for an LP gas cylinder, follow
these recommended specifications. You must also
follow local codes.

Enclosures for LP gas supply cylinders shall be
ventilated by openings at the level of the cylinder valve
and at floor level. The effectiveness of the opening(s)
for purposes of ventilation shall be determined with the
LP gas supply cylinder(s) in place. This shall be accom­plished by one of the following:

1. One side of the enclosure shall be completely open;
or

2. For an enclosure having four sides, a top and
bottom:

a. At least two ventilation openings at cylinder valve

level shall be provided in the side wall, equally
sized, spaced at 180 degrees (3.14 rad), and
unobstructed. Each opening shall have a total
free area of not less than 1/2 square inch per
pound (3.2 sq. cm/kg) of stored fuel capacity and
not less than a total free area of 10 square inches
(64.5 sq. cm)

b. Ventilation opening(s) shall be provided at floor

level and shall have a total free area of not less
than 1/2 inch per pound (3.2 sq. cm/kg) of stored
fuel capacity and not less than a total free area of
10 square inches (64.5 sq. cm). If ventilation
openings at floor level are in a side wall, there
shall be at least two openings. The bottom of the
openings shall be at floor level and the upper
edge no more than 5 inches (127mm) above the
floor. The openings shall be equally sized,
spaced at 180 degrees (3.14 rad) and unob­structed.

c. Every opening shall have minimum dimensions

so as to permit the entrance of a 1/8 inch
(3.2mm) diameter rod.

3. Cylinder valves shall be readily accessible for hand
operation. A door on the enclosure to gain access to
the cylinder valve is acceptable, provided it is
nonlocking and can be opened without the use of
tools.

4. There shall be a minimum clearance of 2 inches
(50.8mm) between the lower surface of the floor of
the LP gas supply cylinder enclosure and the
ground.

5. The design of the enclosure shall be such that (1)
the LP gas supply cylinder(s) can be connected,
disconnected and the connections inspected and
tested outside the cylinder enclosure; and (2) those
connections which could be disturbed when install­ing the cylinder(s) in the enclosure can be leak
tested inside the enclosure.

6. Be certain to mount or set the LP gas cylinder on a
flat surface and restrain it to prevent it from tipping.

Purge the gas supply line of any trapped air prior to the
first firing of the unit.

WARNING: During the initial purging and subse­quent lightings, NEVER allow gas valve to remain in
the “Open” position without first placing a burning
match on top of the burner.

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