Empire Comfort Systems HYDRAULIC Quick start guide

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER'S MANUAL
UNVENTED
GAS FIREPLACE
MODELS
HYDRAULIC MODELS
VFP(32,36)BP2(0,1)L(N,P)-1
MILLIVOLT MODELS
VFP(32,36)BP3(0,1)L(N,P)-1
INTERMITTENT PILOT MODELS
VFP(32,36)BP7(0,1)L(N,P)-1
Vent-Free Gas Fireplaces
— Donotstoreorusegasolineorotheram-
mable 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sup-
plier’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.
WARNING:Iftheinformationintheseinstruc-
tionsarenotfollowedexactly,areorexplo-
sion may result causing property damage,
personalinjuryorlossoflife.
Installer: Leavethismanualwiththeappliance.
Consumer: Retainthismanualforfuturereference. Thisappliancemaybeinstalledinanaftermar-
ket,permanentlylocated,manufactured(mobile)
home,wherenotprohibitedbylocalcodes.
Thisapplianceisonlyforusewiththetypeofgas
indicatedontheratingplate.Thisapplianceisnot
convertibleforusewithothergases.
Thisisanunventedgas-redheater.Itusesair
(oxygen)fromtheroom inwhichit isinstalled.
Provisionsforadequatecombustionandventila-
tionairmustbeprovided.Refertopage8.
WARNING: If not installed, operated and main-
tained 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.
WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED
ROOM HEATERS
Watervaporisaby-productofgascombustion.
Anunventedroomheaterproducesapproximately
one(1)ounce(30ml)ofwaterforevery1,000BTU's
(.3KW's)ofgasinputperhour.Refertopage8.
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SECTION PAGE
WARRANTY....................................................................................................................... 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................................. 4
SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS ......................................................... 5
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................... 6
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................. 7
WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS ............................ 8
PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR.........................8-9
GAS SUPPLY................................................................................................................9-10
CLEARANCES................................................................................................................. 11
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS .......................................................................................... 12
FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS ............................................................................................. 13
INSTALLING HOOD AND TRIM KIT................................................................................ 14
PLANNING INSTALLATION............................................................................................. 14
FIREPLACE FRAMING AND INSTALLATION ................................................................. 15
PLACEMENT OF GLOWING EMBERS AND LAVA ROCK ............................................. 16
VFP(32,36)BP(30,31) LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................ 17
VFP(32,36)BP(20,21) LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................ 18
VFP(32,36)BP(70,71) LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................ 19
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS/FLAME APPEARANCE.................................................. 20
PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS..........................................................................21-22
MILLIVOLT WIRING......................................................................................................... 23
MILLIVOLT AND HYDRAULIC MAINTENANCE.............................................................. 23
MILLIVOLT AND HYDRAULIC TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................... 24
INTERMITTENT CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS........................... 25
INTERMITTENT CONTROL SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM ............................................ 26
INTERMITTENT CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................27-29
OPTIONAL VARIABLE SPEED BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS............30-31
JUNCTION BOX WIRING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.......................................... 32
OPTIONAL BRICK LINER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ......................................... 32
MASTER PARTS DISTRIBUTOR LIST............................................................................ 33
HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS.................................................................................. 33
VFP32BP(2,3,7) PARTS LIST.....................................................................................34-35
VFP36BP(2,3,7) PARTS LIST.....................................................................................36-37
PARTS VIEW ................................................................................................................... 38
WARRANTY..................................................................................................................... 39
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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WARRANTY
Empire Comfort Systems Inc. warranties this hearth product to be free from defects at the time of purchase and for the periods speci-
ed below. Hearth products must be installed by a qualied technician and must be maintained and operated safely, in accordance with
the instructions in the owner’s manual. This warranty applies to the original purchaser only and is not transferable. All warranty repairs
must be accomplished by a qualied gas appliance technician.
Limited Lifetime Parts Warranty with a Five-Year Limited Labor Warranty – Combustion Chamber and Heat Exchanger
If the combustion chamber or heat exchanger (see parts list) fails because of defective workmanship or material, Empire will repair
or replace at Empire’s option.
Within ve years from the date of purchase, Empire will pay reasonable labor to have the defective part repaired or replaced at
Empire’s option.
Limited Five-Year Parts & Labor Warranty – All Other Components
(Except Remote Controls, Thermostats, Accessories and Replacement Parts)
Should any part fail because of defective workmanship or material within ve years from the date of purchase, Empire will
repair or replace at Empire’s option.
Within ve years from the date of purchase, Empire will pay reasonable labor to have that defect repaired at Empire’s option.
Limited One-Year Parts Warranty – Remote Controls, Thermostats, Accessories, and Parts
Should any remote control, thermostat, accessory, or other part fail because of defective workmanship within one year from
the date of purchase, Empire will repair or replace at Empire’s option.
Duties Of The Owner
The appliance must be installed by a qualied installer and operated in accordance with the instructions furnished with the ap-
pliance.
A bill of sale, cancelled check, or payment record should be kept to verify purchase date and establish warranty period.
Ready access to the appliance for service.
What Is Not Covered
Damages that might result from the use, misuse, or improper installation of this appliance.
Travel, diagnostic costs and freight charges on warranted parts to and from the factory.
Claims that do not involve defective workmanship or materials.
Unauthorized service or parts replacements.
Removal and reinstallation cost.
Inoperable due to improper or lack of maintenance.
How To Get Service
To make a claim under this warranty, please have your receipt available and contact your installing dealer. Provide the dealer
with the model number, serial number, type of gas, and purchase verication. The installing dealer is responsible for providing service and
will contact the factory to initiate any warranted parts replacements. Empire will make replacement parts available at the factory. Shipping
expenses are not covered.
If, after contacting your Empire dealer, service received has not been satisfactory, contact: Consumer Relations Department,
Empire Comfort Systems Inc., PO Box 529, Belleville, Illinois 62222, or send an e-mail to [email protected] with “Consumer Rela-
tions” in the subject line.
Your Rights Under State Law
This warranty gives your specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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.
• Anunventedroomheaterhavinganinputratingofmorethan
6,000Btuperhourshallnotbeinstalledinabathroom
• Anunventedroomheaterhavinganinputratingofmorethan10,000
Btuperhourshallnotbeinstalledinabedroomorbathroom.
• Duetohightemperatures,theapplianceshouldbelocatedoutof
trafcandawayfromfurnitureanddraperies.
• Childrenandadultsshouldbealertedtothehazardofhighsurface
temperature and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing
ignition.
• Youngchildrenshouldbecarefullysupervisedwhentheyarein
thesameroomwiththeappliance.
• Donotplaceclothingorotherammablematerialonornearthe
appliance.
• Avoid the use of scented air fresheners (plug in type air
fresheners,etc.)whilethelogsetisinoperation.Airfresheners
producearesidueintheairsimilartocandlesandmayproduce
asootlikesubstance.
• 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.
• Installationandrepairshouldbedonebya QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSON.This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materials,etc.Itisimperativethatcontrolcompartments,
burnersandcirculatingairpassagewaysoftheappliancebe
keptclean.
• DO NOT usethisroomheaterifanyparthasbeenunderwater.
Immediatelycallaqualiedservicetechniciantoinspectthe
roomheaterandtoreplaceanypartofthecontrolsystemand
anygascontrolwhichhasbeenunderwater.
• Youmustoperateheaterwithreplacescreeninplace.
• Donotplacetrash,logs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harmful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.
• Correctinstallationoftheceramicberlogs,properlocationof
theheaterandannualcleaningarenecessarytoavoidpotential
problems with sooting. Sooting, resulting from improper
installation or operation, can settle on surfaces outside the
replace.Seeinstructionsforproperinstallation.
• 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.
• WARNING!Thisreplaceneedsfreshairforventilationto
run properly. This replace has an ODS (oxygen depletion
sensor)whichwillshutdowntheheaterifadequatefreshairis
notavailable.Seetroubleshootingsectionintheinstructions.
• WARNING: DO NOT operate this appliance unless all
componentsincludinglogs,burners,andcontrolsareingood
workingcondition.Neveroperatethisapplianceifanylogor
twigisbroken,oroutoftheirintendedposition.Refertothe
Log set placement instructions for correct log and twig
positioning.
Replacement components are available through your local
dealerasindicatedintheHowtoOrderRepairPartssectionof
theappliancemanual.
• Keepapplianceareaclearandfreefromcombustiblematerials,
gasolineandotherammablevaporsandliquids.
• WARNING:Failuretokeeptheprimaryairopening(s)ofthe
burner(s)cleanmayresultinsootingandpropertydamage.
WARNING
Whenusedwithoutadequatecombustionandventilationair,
heatermaygiveoffCARBONMONOXIDE,anodorless,poison-
ousgas.
Do not install heater until all necessary provisions are
madeforcombustionandventilationair.Consultthewrit-
teninstructionsprovidedwiththeheaterforinformation
concerningcombustionandventilationair.Intheabsence
ofinstructions,refertotheNationalFuelGasCode,ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54,Air for Combustion and Ventilation, or
applicablelocalcodes.
Thisheater is equippedwith a PILOT LIGHT SAFETY SYS-
TEM designedtoturnofftheheaterifnotenoughfreshair
isavailable.
DO NOT TAMPER WITH PILOT LIGHT SAFETY SYSTEM!
Ifheatershutsoff,donotrelightuntilyouprovidefreshair.
Ifheaterkeepsshuttingoff,haveitserviced.Keepburnerand
controlcompartmentclean.
CARBONMONOXIDEPOISONINGMAYLEADTODEATH.
Earlysignsofcarbonmonoxidepoisoningresembletheu,
with headache, dizziness and/or nausea. If you have these
signs,heater may notbe working properly.Get fresh air at
once!Haveheaterserviced.
Somepeople—pregnantwomen,personswithheartorlung
disease,anemia,thoseundertheinuenceofalcohol,those
at high altitudes — are more affected by carbon monoxide
thanothers.
Thepilotlightsafetysystemsensesthedepletionofoxygen
atitslocation.Ifthisheaterisinstalledinastructurehavinga
highverticaldimension,thepossibilityexiststhattheoxygen
supplyatthehigherlevelswillbelessthanthatattheheater.
Inthistypeofapplication,afantocirculatethestructureairwill
minimizethiseffect.Theuseofthisfanwillalsoimprovethe
comfortlevelinthestructure.Whenafanisusedtocirculate
air,itshouldbelocatedsothattheairowisnotdirectedat
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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LP-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 LP-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.
LP-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.
Propane(LP-Gas)isaammablegaswhichcancauseres
andexplosions.Initsnaturalstate,propaneisodorlessand
colorless.Youmaynotknowallthefollowingsafetyprecau-
tions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.
• LearntorecognizetheodorofLP-gas.Your local LP-Gas
Dealer can give you a "Scratch and Sniff" pamphlet. Use it to
nd out what the propane odor smells like. If you suspect that
your LP-Gas has a weak or abnormal odor, call your LP-Gas
Dealer.
• If you are not qualied, do not light pilot lights, perform service,
or make adjustments to appliances on the LP-Gas system. If
you are qualied, consciously think about the odor of LP-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 LP-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 LP-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LP-gasdealer.A
periodicsnifftestoftheLP-gasisagoodsafetymeasure
underanycondition.
• If, at any time, you do not smell the LP-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 LP-Gas.
• If you experience a complete "gas out," (the container is un-
der 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 container 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.
• 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.
• LP-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 LP-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 LP-Gas service people should repair the leak, then
check and relight the gas appliance for you.
SOME POINTS TO REMEMBER
NO ODOR DETECTED - ODOR FADE
LP-GAS WARNING ODOR
Ifagasleakhappens,youshouldbeabletosmellthegasbecauseoftheodorantputintheLP-Gas.
That'syoursignaltogointoimmediateaction!
SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS

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InstallationonRugsandTile
If this appliance is installed directly on carpeting, tile or other
combustible material other than wood ooring the appliance
shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full
width and depth of the appliance.
The base referred to above does not mean the re-proof base
as used on wood stoves. The protection is for rugs that are
extremely thick and light colored tile.
Solid-fuels shall not be burned in a masonry or UL 127
factory-built replace in which an unvented room heater
is installed.
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 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.
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-fired
supplemental room heaters shall provide to each purchaser
a copy of 527 CMR 30 upon sale of the unit.
In the Sate of Massachusetts, unvented propane and
natural gas-red space heaters shall be prohibited in
bedrooms and bathrooms.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1.*
*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc. 1430
Broadway, New York, N.Y. 10018.
HighAltitudes
For altitudes/elevations above 2,000 feet (610m), ratings
should be reduced at the rate of 4 percent for each 1,000 feet
(305m) above sea level. Contact the manufacturer or your
gas company before changing spud/orice size.
WellHeadGasInstallations
Some natural gas utilities use "well head" gas. This may
affect the Btu output of the unit. Contact the gas company
for the heating value. Contact the manufacturer or your gas
company before changing spud/orice size.
WARNING: This appliance is equipped for (natural gas or
propane) gas. Field conversion is not permitted.
Instructions to Installer
1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after
installation.
2. Installer must have owner ll out and mail warranty card
supplied with unvented room heater.
3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate
unvented room heater.
Always consult your local Building Department regarding
regulations, codes or ordinances which apply to the installation
of an unvented room heater.
This appliance 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.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated
on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use
with other gases.
WARNING: ANY CHANGE TO THIS HEATER OR ITS
CONTROLS CAN BE DANGEROUS.
Improperinstallationoruseoftheheatercancause
seriousinjuryordeathfromre,burns,explosionor
carbonmonoxidepoisoning.
This series is design certied in accordance with American
National Standard Z21.11.2 by the Canadian Standards
Association Laboratories as an Unvented Room Heater and
should be installed according to these instructions.
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.
VFP(32,36)BP(30,31)LOnly
750MillivoltSystem
When you ignite the pilot, the thermocouple produces
millivolts (electrical current) which energizes the magnet in
the gas valve. After 30 seconds to 1 minute time period you
can release the gas control knob and the pilot will stay ON.
Allow your pilot ame to operate an additional one (1) to two
(2) minutes before you turn the gas control knob from the
PILOT position to the ON position. This time period allows
the millivolts (electrical energy) to build-up to a sufcient level
allowing the gas control to operate properly.
Important
All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number,
Serial Number and type of gas.
Attention:Duringinitialuseofceramiclogyouwilldetect
anodorastheceramiclogiscured.Also,duringthe
curingprocesstheceramiclogwillburnwithayellow
ame.
Notice: During initial ring of this unit, its paint will bake out,
and smoke will occur. To prevent triggering of smoke alarms,
ventilate the room in which the unit is installed.
INTRODUCTION

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Model VFP32BP VFP36BP
Input Maximum 32,000 36,000
Minimum 22,000 25,000
MinimumFireboxOpening
Height without standoff 32 3/4" 34 3/4"
Width 34” 39”
Depth 17 3/8" 17 3/8”
Gas Inlet 3/8” 3/8”
Accessories
EK-1 Embers Kit
PE-20 Platinum Embers
FBB4* Variable Speed Automatic Blower
VPP32A VFP32BP — Ceramic Aged Brick Liner
VPP36A VFP36BP — Ceramic Aged Brick Liner
Accessories For VFP(32,36)BP(3,7)(0,1) Only
FRBC Battery Operated Remote Control
FRBTC Battery Operated Remote Control w/Thermostat
FREC Electric Remote Control
FWS Wall Switch
TMV Wall Thermostat, Millivolt - Reed Switch
TRW Remote Wall Thermostat
*FBB4 is standard (installed) on VFP(32,36)BP(21,31,71)
Refractory"-2"logsetscanonlybeusedonVFP(32,36)BP(21,31,71)units.
SPECIFICATIONS

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Water vapor is a by-product of gas combustion. An unvented room
heater produces approximately one (1) ounce (30ml) of water for
every 1,000 BTU's (.3KW's) of gas input per hour.
Unvented room heaters are recommended as supplemental heat (a
room) rather than a primary heat source (an entire house). In most
supplemental heat applications, the water vapor does not create a
problem. In most applications, the water vapor enhances the low
humidity atmosphere experienced during cold weather.
The following steps will help insure that water vapor does not
become a problem.
1. Be sure the heater is sized properly for the application, including
ample combustion air and circulation air.
2. If high humidity is experienced, a dehumidier may be used to
help lower the water vapor content of the air.
3. Do not use an unvented room heater as the primary heat
source.
This heater shall not be installed in a conned space or unusually
tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate
combustion and ventilation air.
A conned space is an area with volume less than 50 cubic feet per
1,000 Btuh of the combined input rates of all appliances drawing
combustion air from that space. Small areas such as equipment
rooms are conned spaces. Furnaces installed in a conned space
which supply heated air to areas outside the space must draw return
air from outside the space through tightly sealed return air ducts. A
conned space must have 2 openings into the space for combustion
air. One opening must be within 12 inches of the ceiling and the
other must be within 12 inches of the oor. The required sizing of
these openings is determined by whether inside or outside air is
used to support combustion, the method by which the air is brought
to the space (vertical or horizontal duct) and by the total input rate
of all appliances in the space.
UnusuallyTightConstruction
The air that leaks around doors and windows may provide enough
fresh air for combustion and ventilation. However, in buildings of
unusually tight construction, you must provide additional fresh air.
Unusually tight construction is dened as construction
where:
a. Walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have
a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm
or less with openings gasketed or sealed, and
b. Weather-stripping has been added on openable windows
and doors, and
c. Caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as joints
around window and door frames, between sole plates and
oors, between wall-ceiling joints, between wall panels, at
penetrations for plumbing, electrical, and gas lines, and at
other openings.
If your home meets all of the three criteria above, you must provide
additional fresh air. See “VentilationAirFromOutdoors,” page
9.
DeterminingifYouHaveaConnedorUnconnedSpace
Use this worksheet to determine if you have a conned or unconned
space.
Space: Includes the room in which you will install heater plus any
adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills
between the rooms.
1. Determine the volume of the space (length x width x height).
Length x Width x Height = cu. ft. (volume of
space)
Example: Space size 16 ft. (length) x 10 ft. (width) x 8 ft. (ceiling
height) = 1,280 cu. ft. (volume of space)
If additional ventilation to adjoining room is supplied with grills
or openings, add the volume of these rooms to the total volume
of the space.
2. Divide the space volume by 50 cubic feet to determine the
maximum BTU/Hr the space can support.
(volume of space) ÷ 50 cu. ft. = (maximum
BTU/Hr the space can support)
Example: 1,280 cu. ft. (volume of space) ÷ 50 cu. ft. = 25.6 or
25,600 (maximum BTU/Hr the space can support)
3. Add the BTU/Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space.
Vent-free heater BTU/Hr
Gas water heater BTU/Hr
Gas furnace BTU/Hr
Vented gas heater BTU/Hr
Gas replace logs BTU/Hr
Other gas appliances* + BTU/Hr
Total = BTU/Hr
Example: Vented gas heater 20,000 BTU/Hr
Vent-free heater + 18,000 BTU/Hr
Total = 38,000 BTU/Hr
*Do not include direct-vent gas appliances. Direct vent draws
combustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors.
4. Compare the maximum BTU/Hr the space can support with the
actual amount of BTU/Hr used.
BTU/Hr (maximum the space can support)
BTU/Hr (actual amount of BTU/Hr used)
Example:
25,600 BTU/Hr (maximum the space can support)
38,000 BTU/Hr (actual amount of BTU/Hr used)
Warning: If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller
than that dened as an unconned space or if the building is of
unusually tight construction, provide adequate combustion and
ventilation air by one of the methods described in the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Air for Combustion and
Ventilation, or applicable local codes.
WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS
PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR

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The space in the above example is a conned space because the
actual BTU/Hr used is more than the maximum BTU/HR the space
can support. You must provide additional fresh air. Your options
are as follows:
A. Rework worksheet, adding the space of an adjoining room. If
the extra space provides an unconned space, remove door
to adjoining room or add ventilation grills between rooms. See
VentilationAirFromInsideBuilding.
B. Vent room directly to the outdoors. See VentilationAirFrom
Outdoors.
C. Install a lower BTU/Hr heater, if lower BTU/Hr size makes room
unconned.
If the actual BTU/Hr used is less than the maximum BTU/Hr the
space can support, the space is an unconned space. You will need
no additional fresh air ventilation.
WARNING:Youmustprovideadditionalventilationairin
aconnedspace.
Ventilation Air
VentilationAirFromInsideBuilding(Figure1)
This fresh air would come from an adjoining unconned space. When
ventilating to an adjoining unconned space, you must provide two
permanent openings: one within 12" of the ceiling and one within
12" of the oor on the wall connecting the two spaces (see options
1 and 2, Figure 1). You can also remove door into adjoining room
(see option 3, Figure 1). Each ventilation grill or opening shall have
a minimum free area of one square inch per 1,000 BTUH of the total
input rating of the gas equipment in the conned space.
12”
(305mm)
OPTION 1:
VENTILATION GRILLS
INTO ADJOINING ROOM
12”
(305mm)
OPTION 2: VENTILATION GRILLS
INTO ADJOINING ROOM
OPTION 3: REMOVE DOOR INTO ADJOINING ROOM
Figure 1
WARNING: Rework worksheet, adding the space of the
adjoiningunconnedspace.Thecombinedspacesmust
have enough fresh air to supply all appliances in both
spaces.
VentilationAirFromOutdoors(Figure2)
Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts. You must
provide two permanent openings: one within 12" of the ceiling and
one with 12" of the oor. Connect these items directly to the outdoors
or spaces open to the outdoors. These spaces include attics and
crawl spaces. In most cases for direct communication with the
outdoors or direct communication through a vertical duct a free
area opening of one square inch per 4,000 BTU/Hr of heater input
rating for each grill. If a horizontal duct is used, a grill free area or
duct opening shall have a free area opening of one square inch per
2,000 BTU/Hr for each grill. Follow the National Fuel Code ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA54, Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required
size of ventilation grills or ducts.
IMPORTANT: Do not provide openings for inlet or outlet air into attic
if attic has a thermostat-controlled power vent. Heated air entering
the attic will activate the power vent.
OUTLET
AIR
OUTLET
AIR
VENTILATED
ATTIC
INLET
AIR
TO
ATTIC
TO
CRAWL
SPACE
INLET
AIR
VENTILATED
CRAWL SPACE
Figure 2
PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR (continued)

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Check all local codes for requirements, especially for the size and
type of gas supply line required.
RecommendedGasPipeDiameter
Pipe Length Schedule 40 Pipe
Inside Diameter
Tubing, Type L
Outside Diameter
Nat. L.P. Nat. L.P.
0-10 feet
0-3 meters
1/2”
12.7mm
3/8”
9.5mm
1/2”
12.7mm
3/8”
9.5mm
10-40 feet
4-12 meters
1/2”
12.7mm
1/2”
12.7mm
5/8”
15.9mm
1/2”
12.7mm
40-100 feet
13-30 meters
1/2”
12.7mm
1/2”
12.7mm
3/4”
19mm
1/2”
12.7mm
100-150 feet
31-46 meters
3/4”
19mm
1/2”
12.7mm
7/8”
22.2mm
3/4”
19mm
Note: Never use plastic pipe. Check to conrm whether your local
codes allow copper tubing or galvanized.
Note: Since some municipalities have additional local codes, it is
always best to consult your local authority and installation code.
InstallingaNewMainGasCock
Each appliance should have its own manual gas cock.
A manual main gas cock should be located in the vicinity of the unit.
Where none exists, or where its size or location is not adequate,
contact your local authorized installer for installation or relocation.
Compounds used on threaded joints of gas piping shall be resistant
to the action of liqueed petroleum gases. The gas lines must be
checked for leaks by the installer. This should be done with a soap
solution watching for bubbles on all exposed connections, and if
unexposed, a pressure test should be made.
Neveruseanexposedametocheckforleaks.Appliancemust
bedisconnectedfrompipingatinletofcontrolvalveandpipe
cappedorpluggedforpressuretest.Neverpressuretestwith
applianceconnected;controlvalvewillsustaindamage!
A gas valve and ground joint union should be installed in the gas
line upstream of the gas control to aid in servicing. It is required by
the National Fuel Gas Code that a drip line be installed near the gas
inlet. This should consist of a vertical length of pipe tee connected
into the gas line that is capped on the bottom in which condensation
and foreign particles may collect.
The use of the following gas connectors is recommended:
— ANS Z21.24 Appliance Connectors of Corrugated Metal Tubing
and Fittings
— ANS Z21.45 Assembled Flexible Appliance Connectors of Other
Than All-Metal Construction
The above connectors may be used if acceptable by the authority
having jurisdiction The state of Massachusetts requires that a exible
appliance connector cannot exceed three feet in length.
Figure 3
GAS SUPPLY

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MinimumWallandCeilingClearances
Sidewall Clearances: The clearance from the inside of the replace
to any combustible wall should not be less than 2".
Fireplace Side and Back Clearances: The replace outer casing
sides and back have zero clearance to combustibles.
Ceiling Clearances: The ceiling height should not be less than 36"
from the top of the hood.
Mantel Clearances: Vent free replace models must use the hood
supplied with the replace. If a combustible mantel is installed, it
must meet the clearance requirements detailed above.
Figure4
2”
36”
Figure5
Mantel Clearances
CheckingManifoldPressure
VFP(32,36)BP(20,21)LN (Natural gas) will have a manifold pressure
of approximately 6.0" w.c. (1.49kPa) at the pressure regulator outlet
with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum of
7.0" w.c. (1.74kPa) for the purpose of input adjustment to a maximum
of 10.5" w.c. (2.615kPa).
VFP(32,36)BP(30,31)LN (Natural gas) will have a manifold
pressure of approximately 3.5" w.c. (.871kPa) for maximum input or
1.7" w.c. (.423kPa) for minimum input at the pressure regulator outlet
with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum
of 4.5" w.c. (1.120kPa) for the purpose of input adjustment to a
maximum of 10.5" w.c. (2.614kPa).
VFP(32,36)BP(70,71)LN (Natural gas) will have a manifold
pressure of approximately 3.5" w.c. (.871kPa) for maximum input or
1.7" w.c. (.423kPa) for minimum input at the pressure regulator outlet
with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum
of 4.5" w.c. (1.120kPa) for the purpose of input adjustment to a
maximum of 10.5" w.c. (2.614kPa).
VFP(32,36)BP(20,21)LP (Propane gas) will have a manifold pressure
approximately 10.0"w.c. (2.49kPa) at the pressure regulator outlet
with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum
of 11.0"w.c. (2.739kPa) for the purpose of input adjustment to a
maximum of 13.0"w.c. (3.237kPa).
A test gage connection is located downstream of the gas appliance
pressure regulator for measuring gas pressure. The connection is
a 1/8 inch (3mm) N.P.T. plugged tapping.
VFP(32,36)BP(30,31)LP (Propane gas) will have a manifold pressure
approximately 10.0"w.c. (2.49kPa) for maximum input or 4.9"w.c.
(1.220kPa) for minimum input at the pressure regulator outlet with the
inlet pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum of 11.0"w.c.
(2.739kPa) for the purpose of input adjustment to a maximum of
13.0"w.c. (3.237kPa).
VFP(32,36)BP(70,71)LP (Propane gas) will have a manifold pressure
approximately 10.0"w.c. (2.49kPa) for maximum input or 4.9"w.c.
(1.220kPa) for minimum input at the pressure regulator outlet with the
inlet pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum of 11.0"w.c.
(2.739kPa) for the purpose of input adjustment to a maximum of
13.0"w.c. (3.237kPa).
VFP(32,36)BP(3,7)(0,1) Control
The valve regulator controls the burner pressure which should be
checked at the pressure test point. Turn captured screw counter
clockwise 2 or 3 turns and then place tubing to pressure gauge over
test point (Use test point “A” closest to control knob). After taking
pressure reading, be sure and turn captured screw clockwise rmly
to re-seal. Do not over torque. Check for gas leaks.
GAS SUPPLY (continued)
CLEARANCES

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Do not attach combustible material to the mantel of your replace.
This is a re hazard.
Figure 6
No greeting cards, stockings or ornamentation of any type should be
placed on or attached to the replace. This is a heating appliance.
The ow of heat can ignite combustibles.
Figure 7
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS

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C
GAS LINE
OPENING
JUNCTION BOX
ASSEMBLY
GAS LINE
OPENING
STANDOFF
B
A
I
G
H
J
D
E
VFP32BP VFP36BP
A34" 39"
B29" 34"
C17 3/8" 17 3/8"
D31" 36"
E22 7/8" 24 7/8"
F32 3/4" 34 3/4"
G31 7/8" 34 3/8"
H45 1/8" 48 5/8"
I63 3/4" 68 3/4"
J35 3/4" 37 3/4"
Figure8
FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS

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A black hood and trim kit is furnished with each model
VFP(32,36)BP replace. The hood MUST be installed before the
replace is used. Failure to do so may create a possible re hazard.
Attention: The hood is located behind top louver during shipment
of replace. Remove top louver for access to hood.
The trim kit is used to nish the replace. The trim kit is used in
place of brick, marble or other nishing material.
1. To remove top louver, lift louver and pull forward.
2. Open bottom louver.
3. Insert trim side left and trim side right into the replace. Attach
(4) Phillips screws through bottom and top clearance hole on
trim side left and trim side right and into replace.
4. Insert ange on replace hood on the top of the rebox in the
gap between the louver and rebox top.
5. Attach replace hood to replace with (3) Phillips screws. See
Figure 9.
6. Insert the trim top into the top, interior of the replace. Position
the (3) clearance holes in the trim top downward. Align the (3)
clearance holes with the (3) screw holes in the top, interior
of the replace. When the trim top contacts the wall surface
secure the trim top to the replace with (3) Phillips screws.
7. Close bottom louver.
8. Replace top louver
Finishing
All joints (top, bottom and sides), where the wall or decorative facing
material meets the replace surround must be completely sealed
with a non-combustible material.
Hearth extensions are recommended, not a requirement for these
gas replaces.
Do not cover the louvers at any time with nishing materials. This
could cause this product to overheat and cause a re.
Figure 9
In planning the installation for the replace, it is necessary to
determine where the unit is to be installed and whether optional
accessories are desired. Gas supply piping should also be planned
at this time.
The replace can be mounted on any of these surfaces:
1. A at hard combustible or non-combustible surface.
2. A raised platform of combustible or non-combustible material.
3. Four (4) corners of the replace so contact is made on all four
perimeter edges on the bottom of the unit.
(Example: Four (4) concrete masonry blocks.)
If the fireplace is installed directly on carpeting, tile or other
combustible material other than wood ooring, it should be installed
on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the
unit.
At this point, you should have decided what components to include
in your installation, and where the replace is to be located. If this
has not been done, stop and consult your dealer for assistance
with this planning.
INSTALLING HOOD AND TRIM KIT
PLANNING INSTALLATION

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1. Place replace in framing opening.
2. Using the four (4) nailing anges provided with the replace,
attach two (2) anges on each side. Attach anges through
prepunched holes. Additional hole locations will be used for
different nishing material with thicknesses of 1/2”, 5/8” and
3/4”. Attach these anges with screws provided, two (2) per
nailing ange.
3. Nailing anges should t directly against framing material. Use
at least one (1) nail per tab to secure in place.
VFP32BP VFP36BP
"A" 36 1/4" 38 1/4"
"B" 34 1/2" 39 1/2"
"C" 17 7/8" 17 7/8"
Attention: Add 3 3/4" to "A" Dimensions when using ush mantel
base.
Figure 12
Fireplace framing can be built before or after the replace is set in
place. Framing should be positioned to accommodate wall covering
and replace facing material. The replace framing should be
constructed of 2 x 4 lumber or heavier.
NAILOR OTHER SUITABLE FASTENER
Figure 10
Figure 11
FIREPLACE FRAMING AND INSTALLATION

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RefertotheLogInstallationInstructionsforEmberplacement.
Placement of the glowing embers (rock wool) is very individual and
light coverage of the areas indicated will provide your best effects.
We recommend separation of the rock wool by hand and make your
coverage as light and uffy as possible.
Place just enough embers on the burner to obtain the glow and a
gold yellow ame.
Do not place embers (rock wool) over large ports in rear portion
of burner.
A thin layer of glowing embers (rock wool) should be placed under
open space between the right and left middle logs.
Rock wool should not be placed in the area of the pilot assembly.
Replacement of loose material (glowing embers) must be purchased
from Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. Application of excess loose
material (glowing embers) may adversely affect performance of
the heater. WARNING: All previously applied loose material must
be removed prior to reapplication.
Refer to Log Instruction Manual to order loose material (rock
wool).
PlacingLavaRockinFrontofBurneronFireplaceFloor
Spread lava rocks on replace oor in front of the burner pan. The
lava rocks are for decorative effect and are not required for replace
operation.
ATTENTION: DO NOT PLACE LAVA ROCKS ON BURNER,
LOGS OR ROCK WOOL. THE LAVA ROCKS SHOULD ONLY
BE PLACED ON THE FIREPLACE FLOOR.
PLACEMENT OF GLOWING EMBERS AND LAVA ROCK

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A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by
hand.Whenlightingthepilot,followtheseinstructions
exactly.
B. BEFORE LIGHTING smellallaroundtheappliancearea
forgas.Besuretosmellnexttotheoorbecausesome
gasisheavierthanairandwillsettleontheoor.
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 re
department.
C. Useonly your hand topush in orturn the gas control
knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or
turnbyhand,don'ttrytorepairit;callaqualiedservice
technician.Forceorattemptedrepairmayresultinare
orexplosion.
D. 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.
1. Open bottom louver assembly.
2. Set REMOTE/OFF/ON switch to "OFF."
3. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is
to be performed (if applicable).
4. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise
to "OFF." Do not force.
5. Close bottom louver assembly.
1. STOP! Read the safety information label.
2. Open bottom louver assembly.
3. Set REMOTE/OFF/ON switch
to "OFF."
4. Turn off all electric power to the
appliance (if applicable).
5. Push in gas control knob slightly
and turn clockwise to
"OFF." NOTE: Knob cannot
be turned from "PILOT" to "OFF" unless
knob is pushed in slightly. Do not force.
6. Wait ten (10) minutes to clear out any
gas. Then smell for gas, in-
cluding near the oor. If you
smell gas, STOP! Follow
"B" in the safety information
above. If you do not smell gas,
go to the next step.
7. Find pilot - Follow metal tube
from gas control. The pilot is
behind the burner on the right side.
8. Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to
"PILOT."
9. Push in control knob all the way and hold in. Repeat-
edly push the Piezo Ignitor Button until the pilot is lit.
Continue to hold the control knob in for about one (1)
minute after the pilot is lit. Release knob, and it will
pop back up. Pilot should remain lit. If it goes out,
repeat steps 5 through 9.
• If knob does not pop up when released, STOP and
IMMEDIATELY call a qualied service technician
or gas supplier.
• If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn
the gas control knob to "OFF" and call your ser-
vice technician or gas supplier.
10. Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to
"ON."
11. Set REMOTE/OFF/ON switch to desired setting.
12. Turn on all electric power to the appliance (if appli-
cable).
13. Close bottom louver assembly.
GAS CONTROL KNOB
SHOWN IN “OFF” POSITION.
REMOTE
OFF
ON
PILOT
THERMOPILE
ELECTRODE
THERMOCOUPLE
(LPG)
THERMOCOUPLE
(NATURAL)
VFP(32,36)BP(30,31) LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
WARNING:Ifyoudonotfollowtheseinstructionsexactly,areorexplosionmay
resultcausingpropertydamage,personalinjuryorlossoflife.

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1. Set thermostat (gas control knob) to lowest setting.
2. Turn off all electric power to appliance if service is to be
performed (if applicable).
3. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise
to "OFF". Do not force.
1. STOP! Read the safety information above.
2. Set thermostat (gas control knob) to lowest setting.
3. Turn off all electric power to the appliance (if appli-
cable).
4. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise
to "OFF". Do not force.
5. Wait ten (10) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell
for gas, including near the oor. If you smell gas, STOP!
Follow "B" in the safety information above. If you don't
smell gas, go to the next step.
6. Find pilot - the pilot is in front
of the rear log.
7. Turn gas control knob
counterclockwise to
"PILOT."
8. Push in gas control knob all
the way and hold in. Repeatedly push the piezo ignitor
button until pilot is lit (or use a match to light pilot).
Continue to hold the control knob in for about one (1)
minute after the pilot is lit. Release knob and it will pop
back up. Pilot should remain lit. If it goes out, repeat
steps 4 through 8.
• If knob does not pop up when released, stop and im-
mediately call your service technician or gas supplier.
• If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn the gas
control knob to "OFF" and call your service technician
or gas supplier.
9. Attention! Gas control has an INTERLOCK latching de-
vice. When the pilot is initially lit and the safety magnet
is energized (pilot stays "ON") the INTERLOCK latching
device becomes operative. If the gas control is turned to
the "OFF" position or gas ow to the appliance is shut
off, the pilot cannot be relighted until the safety magnet
is de-energized (approximately 60 seconds). There will
be an audible "click" when the safety magnet in the gas
control is de-energized. Pilot can now be relighted.
Repeat steps 4 through 8.
10. Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to "5".
11. Turn on all electric power to appliance (if applicable).
12. Set thermostat (gas control knob) to desired setting from
"5" to "1".
A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by
hand.Whenlightingthepilot,followtheseinstructions
exactly.
B. BEFORE LIGHTING smellallaroundtheappliancearea
forgas.Besuretosmellnexttotheoorbecausesome
gasisheavierthanairandwillsettleontheoor.
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 re
department.
C. Useonly your hand topush in orturn the gas control
knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or
turnbyhand,don'ttrytorepairit;callaqualiedservice
technician.Forceorattemptedrepairmayresultinare
orexplosion.
D. 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.
VFP(32,36)BP(20,21) LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
WARNING:Ifyoudonotfollowtheseinstructionsexactly,areorexplosionmay
resultcausingpropertydamage,personalinjuryorlossoflife.

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TO TURN OFF GAS TO FIREPLACE
1. STOP! Read the safety information above.
2. Turn OFF electric power to the appliance.
3. Remove front surround panel assembly or bottom louver if
included.
4. Turn gas cock counterclockwise to “On” position.
5. Wait ten (10) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas,
including near the oor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in
the safety information above on this page. If you do not smell
gas, go to the next step.
6. Turn ON electric power to the appliance.
7. Find pilot - Follow metal tube from gas control. The pilot is
behind the burner on the right side.
8. Turn main ame to on. If the pilot does not light within 60
seconds, stop and go to Step 5.
9. Refer to remote control instructions for detailed information,
control features, and operation. Note: There is a CPI/IPI switch
behind the right side panel that allows for a continuous standing
pilot mode or an intermittent pilot mode. See appliance manual
for location of this switch. If the pilot or burner does not stay
lit (in the standing pilot mode), stop and immediately call a
qualied service technician or gas supplier.
10. If the burner or pilot does not operate properly after several
tries, turn the gas cock clockwise to “OFF” and call
your service technician or gas supplier.
11. Replace the front surround assembly or close bottom louver
assembly.
12. Operation of the gas valve is controlled by a manual on/
off switch or a hand held remote control. Refer to remote
instructions for detailed operation information.
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
A. This appliance has a pilot which can be lighted with the manual
on/off switch, a remote control, or by switching the remote
receiver switch to the "ON" position. When lighting the pilot,
follow these instructions exactly.
B. Before lighting smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be
sure to smell next to the oor because some gas is heavier
than air and will settle on the oor.
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 re depart-
ment.
C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob.
Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or turn by hand,
don't try to repair it; call a qualied service technician. Force
or attempted repair may result in a re or explosion.
D. 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.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Set REMOTE/OFF/ON switch to OFF.
2. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be
performed (if applicable).
3. Lower bottom louver assembly.
4. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise
to "OFF." Do not force.
5. Close bottom louver assembly.
VFP(32,36)BP(70,71) LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
OFF
ON
GASCOCK
PILOT ELECTRODE
FLAME
SENSOR
WARNING:Ifyoudonotfollowtheseinstructionsexactly,areorexplosionmay
resultcausingpropertydamage,personalinjuryorlossoflife.

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Flames from the pilot (rear right back side of the pan burner) as
well as the main ame should be visually checked as the log set
is installed.
In normal operation at full rate after 10 to 15 minutes, the ame
appearance should be sets of yellow ames.
NOTE: All ames will be random by design, ame height will go
up and down.
Glowing embers (rock wool) can cover the pan burner in between
the front and middle logs, but very little is necessary to cover this
area. Excess ember material causes the yellow ame to become
orange and stringy. Apply just enough to obtain slow glow and a
gold yellow ame.
Avoid any drafts that alter burner ame patterns. Do not allow fans to
blow directly into replace. Do not place a blower inside the burner
area of the rebox. Ceiling fans may create drafts that alter ame
patterns. Sooting and improper burning will result.
During manufacturing, fabricating and shipping, various components
of this appliance are treated with certain oils, lms or bonding agents.
These chemicals are not harmful, but may produce annoying smoke
and smells as they are burned off during the initial operation of the
appliance, possibly causing headaches or eye or lung irritation. This
is a normal and temporary occurrence.
The initial break-in operation should last 2-3 hours with the burner
at the highest setting. Provide maximum ventilation by opening
windows or doors to allow odors to dissipate. Any odors remaining
after this initial break-in will be slight and will disappear with
continued use.
Once the break in operation has been completed, adjust the heater
to the desired output and then replace the upper and lower louvers.
PERIODICCLEANING–Refertopartsdiagramforlocationof
itemsdiscussedbelow.
• Do not use cleaning uid to clean logs or any part of heater.
• Logs - brush with soft bristle brush or vacuum with brush
attachment.
• Remove loose particles and dust from the burner areas,
controls, piezo covers and grate. Don’t remove ceramic media
from inside burner box.
• Inspect and clean burner air intake hole. Remove lint or particles
with brush. Failure to keep air intake hole clean will result in
sooting and poor combustion.
ANNUALCLEANING/INSPECTION–Refertopartsdiagramfor
locationofitemsdiscussedbelow.
• Inspect and clean burner air intake hole. Remove lint or particles
with vacuum or brush. Failure to keep air intake hole clean will
result in sooting and poor combustion.
• Inspect and clean all burner ports.
• Inspect ODS pilot for operation and accumulation of lint at air
intake holes.
• Verify ame pattern and log placement for proper operation.
• Verify smooth and responsive ignition of main burner.
• Check level of ceramic media in burner. Burner should be full,
up to the level of openings in burner top.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS/FLAME APPEARANCE