Empire Comfort Systems BFM18MTN Quick start guide

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RADIANT VENTED BURNER
(Requires Vented Log Set)
For Installation In Solid-Fuel
Burning Fireplaces
MANUAL
MODEL
BFM18MTN
MILLIVOLT
MODEL
BFR18MTN
DANGER
If not installed, operated and maintained in
accordancewiththemanufacturer’s instructions,
this product could expose you to substances in
fuel or from fuel combustion which can cause
death or serious illness.
CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of your
new GAS BURNER! Your Decorative Gas Burner
is designed and intended for installation in an
approved, existing, fully vented, wood-burning
replace, with a gas hook-up.
This appliance must be installed only in a solid-
fuel burning replace with a working ue and
construction of noncombustible materials.
This unit is NOT for use with solid fuel. Solid
fuels shall NOT be burned in a replace
where a decorative appliance is installed.
The vent damper must have a damper clamp
attached to it to keep the damper from
accidentally closing during operation.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER’S MANUAL
IMPORTANT! Read these instructions carefully
before installing or operating this gas appliance.
These instructions should be left with the
homeowner for future reference.
INSTALLER:
Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER:
Retain this manual for future reference.
GAS-FIRED
WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
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.
• Leave the building immediately.
• 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 re department.
— Installation and service must be
performed by a qualied installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
Before You Start............................................................................................................................. 3
Carton Contents And Hardware Pack............................................................................................ 4
Important Safety Information ....................................................................................................5 - 6
Safety Information For Users of Propane Gas............................................................................... 7
General Information ....................................................................................................................... 8
Product Specications ................................................................................................................... 9
Fireplace Preparation .................................................................................................................. 10
Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 10
Gas Supply ........................................................................................................................... 11 - 12
Installation.............................................................................................................................13 - 14
Door Operation ............................................................................................................................ 15
Millivolt Lighting Instructions ........................................................................................................ 16
Manual Lighting Instructions ........................................................................................................ 17
Pilot And Main Burner Flame Characteristics .............................................................................. 18
MV (BFR) Wiring.......................................................................................................................... 19
Maintenance And Service ............................................................................................................ 20
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................... 21
BFM Parts List And Exploded View ............................................................................................. 22
BFR Parts List And Exploded View.............................................................................................. 23
Appliance Service History.....................................................................................................24 - 25
Master Parts Distributor List ........................................................................................................ 26
How To Order Repair Parts.......................................................................................................... 26
Warranty ...................................................................................................................................... 27

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BEFORE YOU START
Samples and Denitions:
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
1. Read the safety information on pages 5 - 7.
2. Review gas line information on pages 11 and 12.
3. Review the wiring information on page 19.
4. Light the burner and troubleshoot. See pages 16 and 17.
5. Show the homeowner how to operate the burner.
6. Show the homeowner how to do the basic maintenance.
These instructions are intended as a general guide and
do not supersede national or local codes in any way.
Authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted
before installation.
• Follow all local codes regarding installation, combustion
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)
and with ANSI Z21.60 Decorative Vented Appliances for
Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces.
• Installation and provision for combustion and ventilation
air must conform to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1, or CAN/CGA-B149.1, Natural Gas Installation
Code, or CAN/CGA-B149.2, Propane Installation Code.
• The installation of appliances designed for manufactured
home (U.S. only) or mobile home installation must
conform with the Standard for Mobile House, CAN/CSA
Z240 MH, in Canada, or with the Manufactured Home
Constructions and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part
3280, in the United States, or when such a standard
is not applicable, Manufactured Home Installations
Standard, ANSI/NCSBCS A225.1/NFPA 501A.

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4
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CARTON CONTENTS & HARDWARE PACK
HARDWARE PACK CONTENTS CARTON CONTENTS
Items not shown to scale.
BFM(2124,30)MTN
Index
No. Description Quantity Supplied
BFM2124 BFM30
1Burner Assembly
With Manual Valve 1 1
3 Flexline 1 1
4 Rockwool Mix 5 5
5 Lava Rock 2 2
6Regulator Assembly 1 1
7 Lighting Rod 1 1
NS Fiber Heat Sink 1 1
BFR(2124,30)MTN
Index
No. Description Quantity Supplied
BFR2124 BFR30
2Burner Assembly
With Millivolt Valve 1 1
3 Flexline 1 1
4 Rockwool Mix 5 5
5 Lava Rock 2 2
7 Lighting Rod 1 1
NS Fiber Heat Sink 1 1
See Parts Lists on pages 22 and 23 for ordering replacement
parts. Do not order batteries, bolts, screws, washers or nuts.
They are standard hardware items and can be purchased at any
local hardware store.
6
1/4”X1 1/4” SLOTTED HEX HEAD ANCHOR SCREW (2)
DAMPER CLAMP (1)
¼" X 1-¼" SLOTTED HEX HEAD ANCHOR SCREW (2)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
INSTALLER:Leave these instructions with the owner. 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
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.
WARNING
Do not allow fans to blow directly into or at 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 appliance.
DANGER
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.
WARNING
Do not operate this burner with glass doors closed.
• Installation and repair must be done by a QUALIFIED 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 appliance be
kept clean.
• Dot not place clothing or other ammable material on or near
the appliance.
• Do not place trash or other articles on the log set during operation.
• Do not put anything around the replace that will obstruct the
ow of ventilation air.
• 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.
• Do not use thermostats on vented burner applications
•Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible
material, gasoline and other ammable vapors and liquids.
• Keep burner and control compartment clean.
• A yearly examination and cleaning of the venting system of the
solid-fuel burning replace must be performed by a qualied
agency.
• Make a periodic visual check of pilot and burners. Clean and
replace damaged parts.
• Alert children and adults to the hazards of high surface
temperatures and caution them to stay away to avoid burns or
clothing ignition.
• Carefully supervise young children when they are in the
same room as the appliance.
• During manufacture, this burner is treated with certain oils,
lms and bonding agents. These substances are not harmful
but may produce smoke and odors as they burn off during initial
operation of the replace. This is normal. Open a window during
the initial bake out period.
•
Proper installation, burner pan location and log placement is
important to achieve optimum look and performance of your
gas log set. Follow the log assembly sequence for proper
operation.
• Do not operate this log set with glass doors in the closed
position. 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.
See page 10.
• 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.
• Do not substitute or use materials other than those supplied
for use with the log set.
WARNING
Follow all gas leak check procedures in this manual, prior
to operation.
WARNING
Fuels used in gas or oil-red appliances, and the products
of combustion of such fuels, contain chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and/or
other reproductive harm. This warning is issued pursuant
to California Health & Safety Code Sec. 25249.6.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISCONNECT THE GAS OR ANY GAS
FITTING WHILE THIS APPLIANCE IS IN OPERATION.
NEVER leave the decorative gas log set unattended while in op-
eration.
NEVER allow children to operate this decorative gas log set.
NEVER place hands or ngers on the front-edge of this decorative
gas log set.
NEVER use liquid propane gas in a natural gas unit, or natural gas
in a liquid propane unit.
DO NOT use solid-fuel or lighter uid in any decorative gas log set.
Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an appliance
must be replaced prior to operating the appliance.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION (CONT'D)
WARNING
Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water.
Immediately call a qualied service technician to inspect
the appliance and replace any part of the control system
and any gas control that has been under water.
All units with gas control valves must be lit by a Safety Pilot. The
pilot is located at the right, rear of the unit.
Follow these instructions exactly when lighting the appliance.
BEFORE LIGHTING, smell around the appliance area for gas. Be
sure to smell next to the oor, as propane gas is heavier than air
and will settle to the oor. Use only your hand to rotate the gas
control knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not turn by hand, do
not try to repair it; call a qualied service technician or installer.
Force or attempted repair may result in a re or explosion.
WARNING
All gas burning appliances produce smoke and carbon mon-
oxide gas during operation. These fumes can be harmful if the
appliance is used in any other than a fully vented replace.
WARNING
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires that the
chimney ue damper, when used with decorative gas log
sets, be welded open or completely removed. In the Com-
monwealth of Massachusetts, this appliance must be in-
stalled by a licensed plumber or gastter.
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or main-
tenance, can cause property damage, personal injury or loss
of life. Refer to the owner’s information manual, provided with
this appliance. Installation and service must be performed by
a qualied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
GAS WARNING ODOR
If a gas leak happens, you should be able to smell the gas
because of the odorant put in the propane gas.
That’s your signal to go into immediate action!
• Do not operate electric switches, light matches, use your phone.
Do not do anything that could ignite the gas.
• Get everyone out of the building, vehicle, trailer, or area. Do
that IMMEDIATELY.
• Close all gas tank or cylinder supply valves.
• Propane gas is heavier than air and may settle in low areas
such as basements. When you have reason to suspect a gas
leak, keep out of basements and other low areas. Stay out until
reghters declare them to be safe.
• Use your neighbor’s phone and call a trained propane gas
service person and the re department. Even though you may
not continue to smell gas, do not turn on the gas again. Do not
re-enter the building, vehicle, trailer, or area.
•Finally, let the service man and reghters check for escaped
gas. Have them air out the area before you return. Properly
trained propane gas service people should repair the leak, then
check and relight the gas appliance for you.

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Propane is a ammable gas which can cause res and explo-
sions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and colorless.
You may not know all the following safety precautions which
can protect both you and your family from an accident. Read
them carefully now, then review them point by point with the
members of your household. Someday when there may not
be a minute to lose, everyone's safety will depend on knowing
exactly what to do. If, after reading the following information,
you feel you still need more information, please contact your
gas supplier.
NO ODOR DETECTED - ODOR FADE
Some people cannot smell well. Some people cannot smell
the odor of the chemical put into the gas. You must nd out if
you can smell the odorant in propane. Smoking can decrease
your ability to smell. Being around an odor for a time can affect your
sensitivity or ability to detect that odor. Sometimes other odors in
the area mask the gas odor. People may not smell the gas odor or
their minds are on something else. Thinking about smelling a gas
odor can make it easier to smell.
The odorant in Propane Gas is colorless, and it can fade under
some circumstances. For example, if there is an underground
leak, the movement of the gas through soil can lter the odorant.
Odorants in Propane Gas also are subject to oxidation. This fading
can occur if there is rust inside the storage tank or in iron gas pipes.
The odorant in escaped gas can adsorb or absorb onto or into
walls, masonry and other materials and fabrics in a room. That will
take some of the odorant out of the gas, reducing its odor intensity.
Propane Gas may stratify in a closed area, and the odor intensity
could vary at different levels. Since it is heavier than air, there may
be more odor at lower levels.Always be sensitive to the slightest gas
odor. If you detect any odor, treat it as a serious leak. Immediately
go into action as instructed earlier.
SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF PROPANE GAS
SOME POINTS TO REMEMBER
• Learn to recognize the odor of Propane Gas. Your local
propane gas dealer can give you a “Scratch and Sniff” pam-
phlet. Use it to nd out what the propane odor smells like. If
you suspect that your propane gas has a weak or abnormal
odor, call your Propane Gas Dealer.
• If you are not qualied, do not light pilot lights, perform service,
or make adjustments to appliances on the propane gas system.
If you are qualied, consciously think about the odor of Propane
Gas prior to and while lighting pilot lights or performing service
or making adjustments.
• Sometimes a basement or a closed-up house has a musty
smell that can cover up the Propane Gas odor. Do not try to
light pilot lights, perform service, or make adjustments in an
area where the conditions are such that you may not detect
the odor if there has been a leak of Propane Gas.
• Odor fade, due to oxidation by rust or adsorption on walls of
new cylinders and tanks, is possible. Therefore, people should
be particularly alert and careful when new tanks or cylinders
are placed in service. Odor fade can occur in new tanks, or
reinstalled old tanks, if they are lled and allowed to set too
long before relling. Cylinders and tanks which have been out
of service for a time may develop internal rust which will cause
odor fade. If such conditions are suspected to exist, a periodic
sniff test of the gas is advisable. If you have any question
about the gas odor, call your Propane Gas Dealer. Aperi-
odic sniff test of the propane gas is a good safety measure
under any condition.
• If, at any time, you do not smell the Propane Gas odorant and
you think you should, assume you have a leak. Then take the
same immediate action recommended above for the occasion
when you do detect the odorized Propane Gas.
• If you experience a complete “gas out,” (the container is under
no vapor pressure), turn the tank valve off immediately. If the
container valve is left on, the container may draw in some air
through openings such as pilot light orices. If this occurs, some
new internal rusting could occur. If the valve is left open, then
treat the container as a new tank. Always be sure your con-
tainer is under vapor pressure by turning it off at the container
before it goes completely empty or having it relled before it is
completely empty.

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Qualied Installing Agency
Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equipment
or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be per-
formed only by a qualied agency. The term "qualied agency" means
any individual, rm, corporation or company which either in person
or through a representative is engaged in and is responsible for (a)
the installation or replacement of gas piping or (b) the connection,
installation, repair or servicing of equipment, who is experienced in
such work, familiar with all precautions required and has complied
with all the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts: The installation must be
made by a licensed plumber or gas tter in the Commonwealth
of Massachusetts.
The installation and the provisions for combustion and ventilation
air must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/
NFPA54* Canadian Installation Code CAN/CGA B149.
*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc. 11
West 42nd St., New York, N.Y. 10018.
High Altitude Installation
When installing this unit at an elevation above 2000 feet (in the
United States) it may be necessary to decrease the input rating by
changing the existing burner orice to a smaller size. Generally,
input should be reduced 4 percent for each 1000 feet above sea
level. However, if the heating value of the gas has been reduced,
this general rule may not apply. Check with local gas utility for proper
orice size identication.
For Canadian high altitude applications, this appliance is suitable for
installation at elevations between 0 feet (0m) and 4,500 (1,370m)
without change.
When installing this unit at an elevation above 4500 feet (1,370m)
(in Canada), check with local authorities.
Consult your local gas utility for assistance in determining the proper
orice for location.
GENERAL INFORMATION

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Millivolt
(Natural
Gas)
Millivolt
(Propane
Gas)
Manual
Regulator
Pressure Setting 4.5" 10.0" 5.3"
Gas Inlet
Pressure
Max. 10.5" 13.0" 10.5"
Min. 5.0" 12.8 6.0"
Model Gas
Type
Valve
Type Orice
Manifold
Pressure
(w.c.)
BTUH
Max.
Rate
BFM18MTN Natural Manual 2.60mm 5.3" 33,000
BFR18MTN Natural Millivolt #33 4.5" 33,000
PROPANE CONVERSION KIT
Burner Model Valve Type Kit Number
BFM18MTN Manual CKV123
BFR18MTN Millivolt CKV124
NOTE: The air shutter setting for all models is 1/16" open.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Determining the Correct Burner Size for Your Fireplace
MINIMUM FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS
FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACES
CHIMNEY HEIGHT MINIMUM OF 6 FEET
Burner
Model
Log
Set
Size
Rear
Width
A
Depth
B
Front
Width
C
Height
D
Minimum
Vent
in Sq.
Inches
BFM18MTN 18 16 16 20 20 49
MINIMUM FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS
FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACES
CHIMNEY HEIGHT MINIMUM OF 10 FEET
Burner
Model
Log
Set
Size
Rear
Width
A
Depth
B
Front
Width
C
Height
D
Minimum
Vent
in Sq.
Inches
BFR18MTN
18 16 16 20 20 49
FRONT WIDTH
REAR WIDTH
DEPTH
HEIGHT
A
B
C
D
Figure 1

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• Remove all contents from the burner carton.
• Check the contents of the carton against the parts list in this
manual. Report any missing or damaged parts to your dealer.
• Turn off gas supply to replace or rebox.
• Have the replace oor and chimney professionally cleaned to
remove ashes, soot, creosote or other obstructions.
Have this cleaning performed annually after installation.
•
Seal any fresh air vents or ash clean-out doors located on oor
or wall of replace. If not, drafting may cause pilot outage or
excessive sooting. Use a heat-resistant sealant. Do not seal
chimney ue damper.
Installing Damper Clamp
Remove all ashes or other debris from the replace. If the replace
is equipped with an ash dump be sure to seal the door with furnace
cement or high temperature silicone. Be sure to check the damper
for proper operation and verify that the ue passageway is open.
Attach damper clamp to the vent damper and tighten hold down bolt.
Place the clamp over the lip of the damper and tighten the hold
down bolt until the clamp is securely attached to the damper. This
will prevent the damper from accidentally closing.
FIREPLACE PREPARATION
INTRODUCTION
Introduction
Always consult your local Building Department regarding regula-
tions, codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of a vent-
ed decorative gas log set in a solid-fuel burning replace.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the
rating plate.
Instructions to Installer
1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after instal-
lation.
2. Installer must have owner ll out and mail warranty card sup-
plied with the replace.
3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate the re-
place.
WARNING
Any change to this appliance or its controls can be dangerous.
Improper installation or use of the appliance can cause serious
injury or death from re, burns, explosion or carbon monoxide
poisoning.
General Information
Any alteration of the original design, installed other than as
shown in these instructions or use with a type of gas not
shown on the rating plate is the responsibility of the person
and company making the change.
Important
All correspondence should refer to complete Model No., Serial No.
and type of gas. This information can be found on the data plate
supplied with the burner.
NOTICE: During initial use of the logs you will detect an odor as
the logs are cured. This is normal.
WARNING
A replace screen must be in place when this appliance is
in operation. The screen shall allow for introduction of com-
bustion air.
WARNING
When this decorative gas appliance is used in a replace
equipped with glass doors, the glass doors should remain
open during log set operation. This will maximize the radiant
heat provided to the surrounding area, and minimize over-
heating of any valve installation. The glass doors may be
closed when the log set is not in use.
Figure 2
DAMPER
CLAMP
DAMPER
TYPICAL FIREPLACE