White Mountain LS-30RAO-1, LS-24RAO-1, LS-18RAO-1 User Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

AND OWNER'S MANUAL

The White Mountain Log Collection

AGED OAK

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the

appliance.

CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future

reference.

WARNINGS

LOG SET FOR UNVENTED

GAS LOG HEATER

OR

VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE

MODELS

LS-18RAO-1
LS-24RAO-1
LS-30RAO-1

If the information in this manual is not followed

exactly, a re or explosion may result causing

property damage, personal injury or loss of
life.

– Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable

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 neigh­bor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instruc­tions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
re department.

– Installation and service must be performed by

a qualied installer, service agency or the gas

supplier.

Log sets comply with ANSI Z21.11.2 Unvented
Heaters and also comply with ANSI Z21.60
Decorative Vented Appliances for Solid Fuel
Burning Fireplaces. State or local codes may only

allow operation of log sets in a vented conguration.

Check your state or local codes.

WARNING: If not installed, operated and main­tained in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions, this product could expose you to
substances in fuel or from fuel combustion which
can cause death or serious illness.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section Page

Important Installation Guidelines ....................................................................................................................3

General Information.........................................................................................................................................3

Requirements for Canada ................................................................................................................................4

Log Placement .................................................................................................................................................5

LS-18RAO-1 Photos ........................................................................................................................................6

LS-24RAO-1Photos .........................................................................................................................................7

LS-30RAO-1 Photos ........................................................................................................................................8

Parts List & Parts View ....................................................................................................................................9

Master Parts Distributor List .........................................................................................................................10

How to Order Repair Parts ............................................................................................................................10

Service Notes .................................................................................................................................................11

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IMPORTANT INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

Proper Log Placement

Log placement is critical to proper burner performance. Logs must
be correctly positioned onto the burner. The photos in this manual
show the proper pinned position for logs on this set. Owners need
to be shown proper log placement and instructed not to move the
logs.

Logs must t rmly onto the burner when positioned as shown in

the photos. Misformed logs or logs with sloppy pin holes must be
replaced.

Proper Placement of Rock Wool and Decorative Lava Rock

Rock wool can be added to burners for a glowing ember effect.
It must be positioned only on the front portion of the burner. The
photos in this manual show the proper placement of rock wool.

Decorative lava rock or small wood pieces should never be placed

on the burner. These items are only for placement on the oor of
the replace or rebox.

Proper Primary Airow into Burner

For proper burner operation and ame appearance, the ow of
primary air into the venturi tube, located on the rear of the burner,
must not be reduced. This ow of air is reduced if dirt, lint or other

obstructions build-up around or inside the venturi. Any obstruction

in the venturi tube area must be removed. The ow of air into the
venturi is also reduced if the gas orice isn’t centered in the venturi

inlet and/or is not aligned with the venturi. Any misalignment of the

burner orice may be corrected by bending the shutter cap holding
the orice to the inlet of the venturi tube.

Ceiling Fans, Portable Fans or Logs Installed Near Cold Air
Returns

Ceiling fans or oscillating oor type fans need to be monitored

during the operation of vent-free logs. If the air blows directly

into the ame causing it to impinge on the log set, or rebox, it

should be turned off or redirected. Ceiling fans could be reversed

to possibly eliminate ame impingement, and the oor fan could
be redirected. Upon installation, be aware of any cold air returns
or vents in the proximity of the log set. Any draft created around

a vent-free log set can cause the ame to impinge on the log and

create a sooting situation.

WARNING: Do not allow fans to blow directly into the replace.
Avoid any drafts that alter burner ame patterns.

WARNING: Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or

other accessory not approved for use with this heater.

Candles

Avoid the use of scented or decorative candles while the log set is in
operation. Candles produce a residue in the air that creates a soot like

substance. Burning candles while the log set is operating magnies
the problem. It should be noted that candles, in general, produce

soot. The amount of time burned and the quantity of candles burned
will determine the amount of soot produced and deposited.

Make Owners Aware of Proper Log Set Operation

Properly installed and properly maintained log sets do not deposit

soot on the logs. If users see soot appear on a log, call for service.

Do not continue to operate the log set.

Sunken Fireplace

If installing this unit into a sunken replace, you must raise the
oor to insure adequate airow and guard against sooting. Raise
replace oor using a non-combustible material, which is secure.

Glass Doors

Make sure that glass doors are open during all operations of the
logset. The opening of the glass door frame should be the dimension

used for the minimum front opening of the rebox.

Woodburning Fireplaces

The interior of the rebox and the chimney should be cleaned and

free of all creosote before installing a gas burning log set. Creosote
will soften when heated and can drop on the logset causing odors
and possibly sooting.

WARNING: Before installing in a solid-fuel burning replace, the
chimney ue and rebox must be cleaned of soot, creosote, ashes
and loose paint by a qualied chimney cleaner.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Qualied Installing Agency

Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equip­ment or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall

be performed only by a qualied agency. The term "qualied
agency" means any individual, rm, corporation, or company

that either in person or through a representative is engaged in and

is responsible for (a) the installation, testing, or replacement of
gas piping or (b) the connection, installation, testing, repair, or
servicing of equipment; that is experienced in such work; that is
familiar with all precautions required, and that has complied with

all the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction.

The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence
of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/

NFPA54.*

*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc. 11 West 42nd
St., New York, N.Y. 10018.

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State of Massachusetts: The installation must be made by a
licensed plumber or gas tter in the Commonwealth of Mas­sachusetts.

Sellers of unvented propane or natural gas-red supplemental

room heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy of 527
CMR 30 upon sale of the unit.

REQUIREMENTS FOR CANADA

This unit cannot be installed in a UNVENTED application, this
unit can only be installed as a VENTED application with these
requirements.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

This unit complies with ANSI Z21.60and CGA 2.26 Decorative
Gas Appliances For Installation In Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces.

Do not burn wood or solid fuels in a replace where a decorative

gas log set is installed. This appliance is for installation only in

a solid fuel burning replace, masonry replace or manufactured
replace.

Warning: Any modication to this gas log set or to controls can

be dangerous. Improper installation or use of the gas log set can

cause serious injury or death from re, burns, explosion or carbon
monoxide poisoning.

1. Please follow all local codes regarding installation, combus-

tion and ventilation air or in the absence of local codes follow

the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1(U.S. installation),
or CAN/CGA-B149, Installation Code (Canada installation).

2. Proper installation, burner pan location and log placement is

important to achieve optimum look and performance of your
gas log set. The logs have been designed for easy location
and placement on the grate and must be followed for proper
operation.

3. Do not operate this log set with glass doors in the closed po-

sition. A replace screen must be in place when the log set

is burning. Adequate combustion air must be provided for

proper venting. All ames should go up and out the top of the
rebox into the ue vent. If any ames oat or curl forward

into the room do not operate appliance. Check for an open

ue and adequate combustion air into the room. A damper
clamp must be installed on the rebox damper to maintain
an open ue vent condition. Refer to page replace owners

manual INSTALLING DAMPER CLAMP section.

4. Young children must be carefully supervised when they are
in the same room as the gas log while in operation. Do not

place stockings, clothing or any ammable material above or
near the replace.

5. Do not substitute or use materials other than those supplied
for use with the log set.

6. Also refer to IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION in

the replace Owner's Manual.

WARNING; DO NOT OPERATE THIS GAS LOG SET

WITH GLASS DOORS CLOSED

• Clothing or other ammable material should not be placed on

or near the appliance.

• Do not place trash or other articles on the log set during op­eration.

• During manufacturing, fabricating and shipping, various
components of this appliance are treated with certain oils,
lms or bonding agents. These bonding agents are not harm-

ful but may produce annoying smoke and smells as they are
burned off during initial operation of the appliance. This is a
normal temporary occurrence. A window should be opened
during the initial bake out period.

• Keep burner and control compartment clean.

• WARNING: Before installing in a solid fuel burning re-
place, the chimney ue and rebox must be cleaned of soot,
creosote, ashes and loose paint by a qualied chimney clean-

er.

• Installation and repair should be done by a qualied service

person. The appliance should be inspected before use and at

least annually by a qualied service person. More frequent
cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpet­ing, bedding materials, etc. It is imperative that control com­partments, burners and circulating air passageways of the ap-

pliance be kept clean.

• Do not put anything around the replace that will obstruct
the ow of ventilation air.

• Do keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible
material, gasoline and other ammable vapors and liquids.

• A yearly examination and cleaning of the venting system of
the solid-fuel burning replace must be performed by a quali­ed agency.

• Do make a periodic visual check of pilot and burners. Clean

and replace damaged parts.

• Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water.
Immediately call a qualied service technician to inspect the

appliance and to replace any part of the control system and
any gas control which has been under water.

• Never burn solid fuels in replace where a gas log set is in­stalled.

• This unit complies with ANSI Z21.60 Decorative Vented

Appliances for Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces. State or local
codes may only allow operation of this appliance in a vented

conguration. Check your state or local codes.

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LOG PLACEMENT

Before you begin: Do not, handle these logs with your bare hands! Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation. After handling logs,

wash your hands gently with soap and water.

All Logs

The positioning of the logs is critical to the safe and clean operation of this heater. Sooting and other problems may result if the logs are

not properly and rmly positioned in the appliance.

Refer to Figure 1 for the following warning.

Warning: Failure to position the parts in accordance with this diagram or failure to use only parts specically approved with this

appliance may result in property damage or personal injury.

PROPER INSTALLATION SEQUENCE:
LS-(18, 24, 30)RAO (Figure 1)

1. Place right, rear (#1) log onto right, rear pin on rear log

support.

2. Place left, rear (#2) log onto left, rear pin on rear log

support.

3. Place left, front (#3) log onto two (2) left, front pins on burner

pan.

4. Place right, front (#4) log onto two (2) right, front pins on

burner pan.

5. Insert boss on top, middle (#5) log into recess on right side of
left, rear (#2) log.

6. Insert boss on top, left (#6) log into recess on left side of left,
rear (#2) log and onto left side of left, front (#3) log.

7. Insert boss on top, right (#7) log into recess on right side of
right, rear (#1) log and onto right side of right, front (#4)

log.

8. Compare the completed log installation with the appropriate
photo from pages 5 through 7. Review previous steps to make
any necessary adjustments.

9. Log placement is completed.

Attention: Do not use Figure 1 to order replacement logs. Refer to
Page 8 Parts List and Parts View to order logs for your appropriate
model number.

Apply loose material (glowing embers) per appropriate Installation

Instructions and Owner's Manual. Replacement of loose material

(glowing embers) must be purchased from Empire Comfort

Systems, Inc. Application of excess loose material (glowing

embers) may adver sely affect per formanc e of the heater.
WARNING: All previously applied loose material must be removed
prior to reapplication.

Log Placement

LS-(18, 24, 30)RAO Logs

Figure 1

The following WARNING applies when log set is installed onto
an unvented gas burner assembly.

WARNING: This appliance is equipped for (natural or
propane) gas. Field conversion is not permitted.

Replacement Loos Material (glowing embers) Part Number

LS-18RAO 15999

LS-24RAO 15970

LS-30RAO 15970

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LS-18RAO-1 PHOTOS

Photo 2

Photo 4

Do not cover any large rear ports with

loose material (glowing embers).

Photo 1

Photo 3

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LS-24RAO-1 PHOTOS

Photo 2

Photo 4

Photo 1

Do not cover any large rear ports with

loose material (glowing embers).

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Photo 3

LS-30RAO-1 PHOTOS

Photo 2

Photo 4

Do not cover any large rear ports with

loose material (glowing embers).

Photo 1

Photo 3

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4

7

6

5

3

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PARTS LIST & PARTS VIEW

Attention: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide.

REFRACTORY AGED OAK LOGS

INDEX NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION

LS-18RAO-1

1 R-6081 LEFT FRONT LOG

2 R-6083 RIGHT FRONT LOG

3 R-6080 LEFT REAR LOG

4 R-6082 RIGHT REAR LOG

5 R-6084 TOP LEFT LOG

6 R-6085 TOP MIDDLE LOG

7 R-6078 TOP RIGHT LOG

LS-24RAO-1

1 R-6073 LEFT FRONT LOG

2 R-6075 RIGHT FRONT LOG

3 R-6072 LEFT REAR LOG

4 R-6074 RIGHT REAR LOG

5 R-6076 TOP LEFT LOG

6 R-6077 TOP MIDDLE LOG

7 R-6078 TOP RIGHT LOG

LS-30RAO-1

1 R-6088 LEFT FRONT LOG

2 R-6090 RIGHT FRONT LOG

3 R-6087 LEFT REAR LOG

4 R-6089 RIGHT REAR LOG

5 R-6076 TOP LEFT LOG

6 R-6077 TOP MIDDLE LOG

7 R-6078 TOP RIGHT LOG

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MASTER PARTS DISTRIBUTOR LIST

To Order Parts Under Warranty, please contact your local Empire dealer. See the dealer locator at www.empirecomfort.com. To provide
warranty service, your dealer will need your name and address, purchase date and serial number, and the nature of the problem with the

unit.

To Order Parts After the Warranty Period, please contact your dealer or one of the Master Parts Distributors listed below. This list grows
from time to time. For the current list, please click on the Master Parts button at www.empirecomfort.com.

Please note: Master Parts Distributors are independent businesses that stock the most commonly ordered Original Equipment repair parts

for Heaters, Grills, and Fireplaces manufactured by Empire Comfort Systems Inc.

Star-Fire Distributors

1355 Evans Avenue

Akron, OH 44305

Phone: [phone]
Toll Free: 800-875-6220
Fax: [phone]
Parts: Heater & Hearth and Grills

East Coast Energy Products

10 East Route 36

West Long Branch, NJ 07764

Phone: [phone]
Toll Free: 800-755-8809
Fax: [phone]
Website: www.eastcoastenergy.com
Parts: Heater & Hearth and Grills

Dey Distributing

1401 Willow Lake Boulevard

Vadnais Heights, MN 55101

Phone: [phone]
Toll Free: 800-397-1339
Website: www.deydistributing.com
Parts: Heater & Hearth

Victor Division of F. W. Webb Company

200 Locust Street

Hartford, CT 06114

Phone: [phone]
Toll Free: 800-243-9360
Fax: [phone]
Toll Free Fax: [phone]
Websites: www.fwwebb.com & www.victormfg.com
Parts: Heater & Hearth and Grills

HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS

Parts Not Under Warranty

Parts can be ordered through your Service Person, Dealer, or a Master Parts Distributor. See this page for the Master Parts Distribu­tors list. For best results, the service person or dealer should order parts through the distributor. Parts can be shipped directly to the

service person/dealer.

Warranty Parts

Warranty parts will need a proof of purchase and can be ordered by your Service Person or Dealer. Proof of purchase is required for
warranty parts.

All parts listed in the Parts List have a Part Number. When ordering parts, rst obtain the Model Number from the name plate on your

equipment. Then determine the Part Number (not the Index Number) and the Description of each part from the following appropriate
illustration and list. Be sure to give all this information . . .

Appliance Number Part Description

Appliance Serial Number Part Number

Type of Gas (Propane or Natural)

Do not order bolts, screws, washers or nuts. They are standard hardware items and can be purchased at any local hardware store.

Shipments contingent upon strikes, res and all causes beyond our control.

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SERVICE NOTES

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EMPIRE

EMPIRE

Comfor t Systems

Empire Comfort Systems Inc.

918 Freeburg Ave. Belleville, IL 62220

If you have a general question about our products, please e-mail us at

[e-mail].

If you have a service or repair question, please contact your dealer.

www.empirecomfort.com

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