Vermont Casting VCEF26, VCEF33, VCEF36 User Manual
Electric Fireplace
Model: VCEF26
VCEF33
VCEF36
Installation Instructions and
Homeowners Manual
INSTALLER: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL - LEAVE FOR HOMEOWNER
10007176 7/05 Rev. 1
INSTALLER / CONSUMER
SAFETY INFORMATION
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL
BEFORE INSTALLING AND
USING APPLIANCE
WARNING!
IF THE INFORMA TION IN THIS
MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED
EXACTLY, AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK
OR FIRE MAY RESULT CAUSING
PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL
INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
FOR Y OUR SAFETY
Service must be performed by a
qualified service agency.
DO NOT STORE OR USE
GASOLINE OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE VAPORS OR
LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF
THIS OR ANY OTHER
APPLIANCE.
CFM Specialty Home Products
410 Admiral Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5T 2N6 • 905-670-7777
www.majesticproducts.com • www.vermontcastings.com
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Table of Contents
PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a CFM Specialty Home Products electric fireplace.
IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in a possible electric shock, fire hazard and will void the warranty.
Installation Instructions
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Locating Your Fireplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Clearance to Combustibles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Cabinet Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Fireplace Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Direct (Hard) Wiring Electric Fireplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Service Instructions
Replacing Front Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Glass Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Replacing the Light Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Maintenance of Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Electrical Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Operating Instructions
Flame Speed Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Heater Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
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Installation Instructions
General
1. Read all instructions before using this appliance.
2. This appliance is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not
let bare skin touch hot surfaces. If provided, use handles
when moving this appliance. Keep combustible materials,
such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains at least 3 feet (914mm) from the front of this appliance.
3. CAUTION: Extreme caution is necessary when any
heater is used by or near children or invalids and
whenever the heater is left operating unattended.
4. If possible always unplug this appliance when not in use.
5. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or
after the appliance malfunctions, has been dropped or
damaged in any manner.
6. Any repairs to this appliance should be carried out by a
qualified service person.
7. Under no circumstances should this appliance be modified.
Parts having to be removed for servicing must be replaced
prior to operating this stove again.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry
areas and similar indoor locations. Never locate this appliance where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.
10.Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with
throw rugs, runners or the like. Arrange cord away from
traffic areas and where it will not be tripped over.
11.To disconnect this appliance, turn controls to the off position, then remove plug from outlet.
12.Connect to properly grounded outlets only.
13.This appliance, when installed must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, with the current CSA
C22.1 Canadian Electrical codes or for USA installations,
follow local codes and the National Electric Code,
ANSI/NFPANo. 70.
14.Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric
shock, fire or damage the appliance.
15.To prevent possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust
in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, like a bed,
where openings may become blocked.
16.This appliance has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside.
Do not use it in areas where gasoline, paint or flammable
liquids are used or stored. This appliance should not be
used as a drying rack for clothing, nor should Christmas
stockings or decorations be hung on or near it.
17.Use this appliance only as described in this manual. Any
other use not recommended by the manufacturer may
cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
18.Avoid the use of an extension cord because the extension
cord may overheat and cause a risk of fire. However, if you
have to use an extension cord, the cord shall be 14 ga min-
imum size and rated not less than 2025 Watts. The extension cord must be a three wire cord with grounding type
plug and cord connector. The extension cord shall not be
more than 20 feet (6m) in length.
Your new fireplace may be installed in a prefabricated
cabinet available from your dealer.
When choosing a location for your new fireplace, ensure
the general instructions are followed. Also, for best effect
install the fireplace out of direct sunlight.
Clearance to Combustibles
Sides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0” (0 mm)
Floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0” (0 mm)
Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0” (0 mm)
Cabinet Installations
Cabinets are available from your dealer which allow for fast,
convenient installation of your fireplace against existing walls.
For instructions on handling and assembly of your cabinet,
refer to separate installation instructions that come with the
cabinet.
If it is necessary to secure your fireplace into a cabinet (i.e.
VCEF26RV) such as for installations in a recreational vehicle,
the fireplace may be secured by this method (hardware not
supplied):
Remove the glass door from the unit and set aside. 3/16” (5
mm) clearance holes, two (2) per side must be drilled through
the fireplace sides for #8 x 3/4” long black oxide wood screws
or similar. The mounting holes can be located on left and right
sides approximately 2” (51 mm) from the top and 5” (127 mm)
from the bottom of the glass door area. The mounting hole
location distance from the front of the unit must not interfere
with the glass door and the refractory (brick pattern) when reinstalled. If necessary, modify the cabinet for the mounting
screws to attach. Double check the mounting hole’s locations
on the fireplace before drilling. Asmall 1/16” (2 mm) pilot hole
or center punch before drilling is recommended. Mark and drill
from the outside to avoid marking or damaging the interior of
the fireplace. Tighten the screws evenly so the unit remains
centered in the opening and without distorting the sides of the
fireplace unit. It is advisable to place wood shims or similar
between the fireplace sides and the cabinet to prevent distortion when tightening the screws. 1/2” (13 mm) Velcro strips for
securing the log to the grate tines and away from the screen
are recommended.
SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Locating Y our Fireplace
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Fireplace Dimensions
Electrical Specifications
VCEF26 VCEF33 / VCEF36
Voltage 120VAC, 60Hz 120VAC, 60Hz
Total Amps 12 12.5
Total Watts 1450 1500
Heater Rating 1350 Watts 1350 Watts
Ref. VCEF26 VCEF33 VCEF36
A27¹⁄₂” (699 mm) 34¹⁄₂” (876 mm) 37¹⁄₂” (953 mm)
B25¹⁄₄” (641 mm) 29³⁄₄” (743 mm) 33¹⁄₄” (845 mm)
C26¹⁄₄” (667 mm) 33¹⁄₄” (845 mm) 36¹⁄₄” (921 mm)
D24¹⁄₂” (622 mm) 29” (737 mm) 32¹⁄₂” (826 mm)
E11¹⁄₂” (292 mm) 11¹⁄₂” (292 mm) 11¹⁄₂” (292 mm)
F 18” (457 mm) 25⁵⁄₃₂” (639 mm) 28¹⁄₅” (716 mm)
G25¹⁄₄” (641 mm) 32¹⁄₄” (819 mm) 35¹⁄₄” (895 mm)
H19¹⁄₂” (495 mm) 22³⁄₄” (578 mm) 26¹⁄₄” (667 mm)
J 31” (787 mm) 36¹⁄₁₆” (916 mm) 38¹⁄₄” (971 mm)
K43⁷⁄₈”(1114 mm) 51” (1295 mm) 54¹⁄₁₆” (1373 mm)
L21¹⁵⁄₁₆” (557 mm) 25¹⁄₂” (648 mm) 27¹⁄₁₆” (687 mm)
1” (25 mm)
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