Empire Comfort Systems VFLL38FP30L-1 Quick start guide
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER'S MANUAL
UNVENTED
GAS FIREPLACE
MODELS
VFLL38FP30L(N,P)-1
VFLL38FP90L(N,P)-1
UL FILE NO. MH46389
GAS-FIRED
CONTEMPORARY LINEAR
VENT-FREE FIREPLACE
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
instructions.
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plier.
or loss of life.
EMPIRE
EMPIRE
Comfort Systems
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not
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provided. Refer to pages 10 and 11.
serious illness.
WATER VAPOR: ABY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM
HEATERS
of gas input per hour. Refer to page 10.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................................. 3
SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS ......................................................... 4
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION GUIDELINES ..................................................................... 5
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................... 6
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................. 7
FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS ............................................................................................... 8
BUILT-IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION ............................................................................. 9
WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS.......................... 10
PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR..................... 10-11
GAS SUPPLY..............................................................................................................12-13
CLEARANCES................................................................................................................. 14
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS .......................................................................................... 15
DECORATIVE ACCESSORY INSTALLATION............................................................16-17
MILLIVOLT CONTROL VALVE LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS .......................................... 18
IP LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................................ 19
PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS..........................................................................20-21
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS/FLAME APPEARANCE.................................................. 22
CLEANING AND SERVICING ......................................................................................... 22
MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................... 22
MILLIVOLT WIRING......................................................................................................... 23
FRBC - MILLIVOLT CONTROL SYSTEM...................................................................24-26
MILLIVOLT TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................. 27
PROFLAME - IP CONTROL SYSTEM .......................................................................28-33
IP OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................... 34
IP WIRING ....................................................................................................................... 35
IP TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................36-38
JUNCTION BOX WIRING...........................................................................................39-40
MASTER PARTS DISTRIBUTOR LIST............................................................................ 41
HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS.................................................................................. 41
PARTS LIST..................................................................................................................... 42
EXPLODED VIEW ........................................................................................................... 43
WARRANTY..................................................................................................................... 44
APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY ..............................................................................45-47
SECTION PAGE
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ous gas.
Do not install heater until all necessary provisions are
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of instructions, refer to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
PILOT LIGHT SAFETY SYSTEM
designed to turn off the heater if not enough fresh air is
DO NOT TAMPER WITH PILOT LIGHT SAFETY SYSTEM!
If heater shuts off, do not relight until you provide fresh air.
headache, dizziness and/or nausea. If you have these signs,
Get fresh air at once! Have
heater serviced.
others.
its location. If this heater is installed in a structure having a high
WARNING
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.
or clothing ignition.
near the appliance.
QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSON.
clean.
during operation.
period.
location of the heater and annual cleaning are necessary to
installation.
heater.
section in the instructions.
liquids.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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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.
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.
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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 qualied, do not light pilot lights, perform service,
or make adjustments to appliances on the LP-Gas system. If
you are qualied, 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 relling. 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
LP-gas dealer. A
periodic sniff test of the LP
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 orices. 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
relled 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
reghters 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 reghters 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
SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS
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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 orice isn’t centered in the venturi
inlet and/or is not aligned with the venturi. Any misalignment of the
burner orice may be corrected by bending the shutter cap holding
the orice to the inlet of the venturi tube.
Returns
Ceiling fans or oscillating oor type fans need to be monitored
during the operation of vent-free appliance. If the air blows directly
into the ame causing it to disrupt the ame, it should be turned off
or redirected. Ceiling fans could be reversed to possibly eliminate
ame impingement, and the oor fan should 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.
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
magnies 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.
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
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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.
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.
Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equipment
or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be
performed only by a qualied agency. The term "qualied 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-red 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/orice 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/orice 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.
poisoning.
This series is design certied 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
Millivolt 3 Series Only
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
sufcient level allowing the gas control to operate properly.
All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number, Serial
Number and type of gas.
INTRODUCTION
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Accessories for VFLL38FP30 (Millivolt) Models
Accessories
Description
FRBTC Battery Operated Remote Control with
Thermostat
FRBTP Battery Operated Programmable Remote
Control
FREC Electric Remote Control
TRW Remote Wall Thermostat (Wireless)
VFLL38FP30L(N,P) LP NAT
Input Btu/hr Maximum 38,000 38,000
Btu/hr Minimum 29,000 25,000
Orice 1.80mm #32
Air Shutter Opening FULL OPEN 1/8"
VFLL38FP90L(N,P) LP NAT
Input Btu/hr Maximum 38,000 38,000
Btu/hr Minimum 29,000 29,000
Orice 1.80mm #32
Air Shutter Opening FULL OPEN 1/8"
SPECIFICATIONS
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Part Number Description
DF38EHPBL Decorative Front, Eastgate - Black and Pewter
DF38WHP Decorative Front, Tidewater - Pewter
DF38WBL Decorative Front, Tidewater - Black
LK5 120 V Lighting Kit - Requires Switch or Rheostat
VBP38LKR Liner - Black Reective
VBP38LCR Liner - Blue Reective
VBP38LWR Liner - White Reective
DG1NXS Decorative Glass Droplets - 1" Onyx Solid (One kit per one square foot)
DG1RYC Decorative Glass Droplets - 1" Ruby Clear (One kit per one square foot)
DG1TZC Decorative Glass Droplets - 1" Topaz Clear (One kit per one square foot)
DR1FMA Decorative Rock, Ceramic Fiber - Medium (One kit per one square foot)
DRFPA Decorative Rock, Ceramic Fiber - Pebble (One kit per 1/2 square foot)
Note: The total burner cover area equals 1.75 square feet.
Note: Never place media material on or next to the burner.
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FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS
A
B
C
D
E
F
GH
I
J
K
Figure 1
When planning a replace insert installation, it’s necessary to
determine:
• Gas supply piping (left side entrance).
• Electrical connections - for optional light kit
• Electrical supply requirements for optional light.
(120V, 60Hz, 1 Amp) (right side entrance)
• Proper opening size of replace required for installation of
the replace insert.
VF FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS (in inches)
MODEL A B C D E F G H I J K
VFLL38FP 43-1/4 35-1/4 11-31/32 38-1/4 41-5/8 11-15/32 1/2 10-15/16 15/16 21-1/8 13
Figure 2 Figure 3
1. Locate the two steel standoffs on top of the replace.
2. Remove the two screws that secure the standoffs in place;
save the screws.
3. The standoffs have a perforation located in the middle. Bend
them at the perforation.
4. Bend the short tabs on each end in opposite directions. Se-
cure the standoffs to the replace top with three screws each
from the hardware bag. There are pilot holes located in the
top of the replace for each stand-off. See Figure 2
5. Use pliers to bend the side standoffs 90 degrees. See Figure
3.
6. Locate framing bracket package. Install six framing brackets
with two 10 x 1/2 screws (each). See Figures 2 and 3. Use the
four hand bend framing brackets on the replace sides which
have longer nail anges. See Figure 2.
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In planning the installation for the replace, 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 corners of the replace so contact is made on all four
perimeter edges on the bottom of the unit.
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.
This unit is designed to be installed in a zero-clearance enclosure.
This means the combustible material can come in contact with the
top and side standoff spacers, and secured to combustible framing
using the framing brackets provided.
Built-In Fireplace Installation
Built-in installation of this replace involves installing the
replace into a framed-in enclosure. This makes the front of the
replace ush with a wall.
Frame in rough opening. Use dimensions shown in Figure 4 for a
conventional rough opening. Use dimensions shown in Figure 5
for corner rough opening. Use Figure 5 for an elevated installation.
Be sure to provide support to the bottom of the replace. Be sure
to provide gas line for replace and electrical power for optional
light assembly. Refer to Junction Box Wiring section on pages 39
and 40 for details on electrical requirements.
1. Gas line connections must be made at this time. When
facing the appliance, the gas supply will enter on the left-hand
side. See "Gas Supply" page 12 to 13.
2. Insert replace into enclosure.
3. Level rebox.
4. Secure six framing brackets with drywall screws to the framed
opening above the replace as shown in gures 4, 6 and 12.
These brackets should be installed ush with the framing, and
are used to support the ends of the non-combustible board to
the framing brackets. Note: The framing brackets and drywall
screws are located in the instruction envelope packet.
5a. To install the replace cabinet face ush with the wall-board,
secure the framing brackets at the top and sides of the re-
place with a 1/2" setback. This allows you to use the supplied
non-combustible board above the replace. Note: This type of
installation will allow you to apply tile, marble, stone or other
non-combustible material over the face of the replace cabi-
net, up to the ange opening. See Figures 12 and 13.
5b. To install the replace so that non-combustible board is in-
stalled over the replace cabinet face (up to the opening
anges), secure the top and side framing brackets ush with
the face of the replace cabinet. Note: With this option ad-
ditional non-combustible materials will be needed to extend
over the face of the replace cabinet, up to the anged open-
ing.
6. If used, the surround panel assembly is installed after the re-
place has been installed with all the gas and electrical con-
nections completed. Refer to instructions included with the
surround panel kit.
7. Installation of built-in replace is completed.
BUILT-IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Rough Opening for Installing in Wall
Rough Opening for Installing in Corner
D
34 1/2”
876.3mm
B
69” (1752.6mm)
Rough Opening for Elevated Installation
FLUSH
INSTALLATION
PROJECTED
INSTALLATION
1” TO 6” FROM BACK
25mm TO 152mm
ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLE
5 1/4” (133.6mm)
GAS SUPPLY
B
C
A
6” MINIMUM
FRAMING
BRACKETS
A B C D
VFLL38FP 13 3/4"
349.3mm
43 1/2"
1104.9mm
35 1/4"
895.4mm
48 13/16"
1239.8mm
Figure 4 Figure 5
Figure 6
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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 dehumidier 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 conned space or unusually
tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate
combustion and ventilation air.
A conned 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 conned spaces. Furnaces installed in a conned 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
conned 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.
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 page
11.
Use this worksheet to determine if you have a conned or unconned
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
dened as an unconned 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 conned 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 unconned space, remove door
to adjoining room or add ventilation grills between rooms. See
B. Vent room directly to the outdoors. See
Outdoors.
C. Install a lower BTU/Hr heater, if lower BTU/Hr size makes room
unconned.
If the actual BTU/Hr used is less than the maximum BTU/Hr the
space can support, the space is an unconned space. You will need
no additional fresh air ventilation.
WARNING
space.
Ventilation Air
This fresh air would come from an adjoining unconned space. When
ventilating to an adjoining unconned 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 7). You can also remove door into adjoining room
(see option 3, Figure 7). 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 conned space.
Figure 7
WARNING
.
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.
Figure 8
PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR (continued)
A1 A2
B1 B2
A1 x B1 = C1
A2 x B2 = C2
C1 + C2 = Sq. In. Required
For a 30,000 BTU Heater, 1 sq in per 1,000 BTU
equals 30 sq. in. of opening.
(A1) 5in2 x (B1) 3in2 = (C1) 15in2
(A2) 5in2 x (B2) 3in2 = (C2) 15in2
(C1) 15in2 + (C2) 15in2= 30in2
Figure 9
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Figure 10
The gas pipeline can be brought in through the right or left side of
the appliance. The insert has a Flexline with shutoff valve located
on the right side when facing the unit. See Figures 10 and 11.
Consult the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 CAN/
CGA-B149 (.1 or .2) installation code.
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 liqueed 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.
Notice: The millivolt gas controls are equipped with a captured screw
type pressure test point, therefore it is not necessary to provide a
1/8" test point up stream of the control.
When using copper or ex connector use only approved ttings.
The appliance and it’s individual shut off valve must be disconnected
from supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system
at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5kPa).
The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system
by closing its individual manual shut off valve during any pressure
testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to
or less than 1/2 psig (3.5kPa).
Attention! If one of the procedures results in pressures in excess of
1/2 psig (14" w.c.) (3.5 kPa) on the replace gas valve, it will result
in a hazardous condition.
Caution: Never use plastic pipe. Check to conrm whether your
local codes allow copper tubing or galvanized.
Notice:Since some municipalities have additional local codes, it is
always best to consult your local authority and installation code.
The use of the following gas connectors is recommended:
— ANS Z21.24Appliance Connectors of Corrugated Metal Tubing
and Fittings.
— ANS Z21.45Assembled FlexibleAppliance 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.
Pipe Length Schedule 40 Pipe
Nat. L.P. Nat. L.P.
0-10ft
0-3m
1/2"
12.7mm
3/8"
9.5mm
1/2"
12.7mm
3/8"
9.5mm
11-40ft
4-12m
1/2"
12.7mm
1/2"
12.7mm
5/8"
15.9mm
1/2"
12.7mm
41-100ft
13-30m
1/2"
12.7mm
1/2"
12.7mm
3/4"
19mm
1/2"
12.7mm
101-150ft
31-46m
3/4"
19mm
1/2"
12.7mm
7/8"
22.2mm
3/4"
1.9 mm
GAS SUPPLY
GAS FLEX LINE WITH
SHUTOFF VALVE
(PROVIDED)
FRONT OF FIREPLACE
LEFT SIDE OF FIREPLACE
Figure 11
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Propane gas will have a manifold pressure approximately 10.0"w.c.
at the pressure regulator outlet with the inlet pressure to the pressure
regulator from a minimum of 11.0"w.c. for the purpose of input
adjustment to a maximum of 13.0"w.c.
A test gage connection is located downstream of the gas appliance
pressure regulator for measuring gas pressure. The connection is
a 1/8 inch N.P.T. plugged tapping.
Millivolt Control Valve
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,
Do not over torque. Check for gas leaks.
MILLIVOLT VALVES
Natural gas will have a manifold pressure of approximately 3.5" w.c.
for maximum input or 1.6" w.c. for minimum input at the pressure
regulator outlet with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator
from a minimum of 4.5" w.c. for the purpose of input adjustment to
a maximum of 10.5" w.c.
Propane gas will have a manifold pressure approximately 10.0"w.c.
(2.49kPa) for maximum input or 6.3"w.c. for minimum input at the
pressure regulator outlet with the inlet pressure to the pressure
regulator from a minimum of 11.0"w.c. for the purpose of input
adjustment to a maximum of 13.0"w.c.
INTERMITTENT PILOT VALVES
Natural gas will have a manifold pressure of approximately 3.5"
w.c. at the pressure regulator outlet with the inlet pressure to the
pressure regulator from a minimum of 7.0" w.c. for the purpose of
input adjustment to a maximum of 10.5" w.c.
GAS SUPPLY (continued)
29516-10-0713Page 14
6”
MINIMUM CLEARANCE
TO PERPENDICULAR
COMBUSTIBLE SIDE-WALL
36”
MINIMUM CLEARANCE
TO CEILING
NON-COMBUSTIBLE BOARD
REQUIRED IN THIS AREA
(SUPPLIED WITH FIREPLACE)
Figure 12
CLEARANCES
FINISHED WALL
FLAT MANTEL SHELF
2”
22”
18”
4”
6”
8”
10”
12”
20”
24”
26”
28”
NON-COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL FIRST 14”
Figure 13
29516-10-0713 Page 15
No greeting cards, stockings or ornamentation of any type should
be placed on or attached to the replace. The ow of heat can
ignite combustibles.
Do not attach combustible material to the mantel of your replace.
This is a re hazard.
Figure 14
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 15
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
29516-10-0713Page 16
DECORATIVE ACCESSORY INSTALLATION
WARNING
-
Notice
options.
Note: VFLL38 burner pan will accept 1.75 square feet of Deco-
rative Glass.
-
MENT
CAUTION
The Decorative Glass options are available in various colors and
package sizes. Choose the size appropriate for your replaces.
See list on page 7.
CAUTION
INSTALLATION
1. Remove glass front from replace by lifting the glass front
up, sliding it to the right, and then carefully angle left side out
of the slots. See Figure 19.
TOP VIEW
Figure 19
Figure 16
Figure 17
Figure 18
29516-10-0713 Page 17
Figure 20
Figure 21
Figure 22
2. To install the Decorative Glass, cut off a corner of the plastic
bag and proceed to apply the glass to the rear shelf on the
Loft burner (area behind the burner). Apply only enough glass
to the Top Cover to cover the black metal surfaces. Do not
allow the glass to fall around the burner tube. See Figures
20 to 22. Apply the remaining decorative glass to the front
sloped surface of the Top Cover. Start by placing the glass
along the front edge of the top cover, then gradually place the
glass around the top until completely covered. Do not allow
the glass to fall around the burner tube. See Figure 21.
CAUTION
3. Replace the glass front into the replace by placing the right
side into the slots in the rebox. Carefully angle in the left side
of the glass and then slide the glass to the left. Settle the glass
into the slots by gently lowering it.
TOP VIEW
Figure 26
Figure 23
Figure 24
Figure 25
29516-10-0713Page 18
B. BEFORE LIGHTING
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control
1. Open bottom louver assembly (if applicable).
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 (if applicable).
1. STOP! Read the safety information label.
2. Open bottom louver assembly (if
applicable).
3. Set REMOTE/OFF/ON switch to
"OFF."
4. Turn off all electric power to the ap-
pliance (if applicable).
5. Push in gas control knob slightly and
turn clockwise to "OFF."
NOTE: Knob cannot be turned from "PILOT" to "OFF" un-
less knob is pushed in slightly. Do not force.
6. 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 do not smell gas, go to the
next step.
7. Find pilot - Follow metal tube from
gas control. The pilot is in front of
the burner on the right side.
8. Turn gas control knob counter-
clockwise to "PILOT."
9. Push in control knob all the way
and hold in. Repeatedly 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 qualied 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.
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 applicable).
13. Close bottom louver assembly (if applicable).
GAS CONTROL KNOB
SHOWN IN "OFF" POSITION.
THERMOCOUPLE
(NATURAL)
ELECTRODE
PILOT
THERMOPILE
REMOTE
OFF
ON
THERMOCOUPLE
(LPG)
GAS CONTROL KNOB
SHOWN IN "OFF" POSITION.
THERMOCOUPLE
(NATURAL)
ELECTRODE
PILOT
THERMOPILE
REMOTE
OFF
ON
THERMOCOUPLE
(LPG)
MILLIVOLT CONTROL VALVE LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
WARNING:
29516-10-0713 Page 19
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/IP 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
qualied 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
WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a re or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
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 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 qualied 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 qualied 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.
IP LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
OFF ON
PILOT ELECTRODE
FLAME
SENSOR
29516-10-0713Page 20
Figures 27 and 29 show a correct pilot ame pattern. The correct
ame will be blue and will extend beyond the thermocouple. The
ame will surround the thermocouple just below the tip. A slight
yellow ame may occur where the pilot ame and main burner
ame meet. Figures 28 and 30 show an incorrect pilot ame pattern.
The incorrect pilot ame is not touching the thermocouple. This will
cause the thermocouple to cool. When the thermocouple cools, the
heater will shut down.
THERMOPILE PILOT
THERMOCOUPLE
(LPG)
THERMOCOUPLE
(NATURAL)
Figure 27
THERMOPILE PILOT
THERMOCOUPLE
(LPG)
THERMOCOUPLE
(NATURAL)
Figure 28
If pilot ame pattern is incorrect, as shown in Figure 28
• See Millivolt Troubleshooting, page 27.
PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS
PILOT
SENSOR
IGNITOR
Figure 29
PILOT
SENSOR
IGNITOR
Figure 30
If pilot ame pattern is incorrect, as shown in Figure 30.
• See IP Troubleshooting, pages 36 - 38.
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