Empire Comfort Systems VFP36FB0F-3 Quick start guide

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER'S MANUAL
The Breckenridge
Premium Vent-Free Universal Firebox
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MODIFY OR ALTER THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE FIREBOX OR ITS COMPO-
NENTS. ANY MODIFICATION OR ALTERATION OF
CONSTRUCTION MAY VOID THE WARRANTY OF
THIS FIREBOX.
CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE ALERTED TO
THE HAZARDS OF HIGH SURFACE TEMPERATURE
AND SHOULD STAY AWAY TO AVOID BURNS OR
CLOTHING IGNITION.
YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE CAREFULLY SU-
PERVISED WHEN THEY ARE IN THE SAME ROOM AS
THE FIREBOX.
FOR USE ONLY WITH A LISTED GAS-FIRED UN-
VENTED DECORATIVE ROOM HEATER NOT TO
EXCEED 40,000 BTU/H.
DO NOT BUILD A WOOD FIRE.
UNIVERSAL FIREBOX FOR ALL
VENT-FREE LOG SETS
MODEL
VFP36FB0F-3
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause injury or property dam-
age. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional infor-
mation, consult a qualied installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
Carefully review the instructions supplied with the decora-
tive type unvented room heater for the minimum replace
size requirement.
DO NOT INSTALL A VENT-FREE LOG SET IN THIS
FIREBOX, UNLESS THIS FIREBOX MEETS THE
MINIMUM DIMENSIONS REQUIRED FOR THE
INSTALLATION.
GAS-FIRED
ANSI Z21.91 Ventless Fireplace Enclosures for Gas Fired
Decorative Type Unvented Room Heaters
— Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appli-
ance.
— 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 neigh-
bor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instruc-
tions.
• 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 instructions are
not followed exactly, a re or explosion may result caus-
ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance.
Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference.
EMPIRE
EMPIRE
Comfor t Systems

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SECTION PAGE
Important Safety Information.................................................................................................3
Introduction ............................................................................................................................3
Clearances ..............................................................................................................................4
Firebox Installation Instructions......................................................................................... 5-7
Installing Hood................................................................................................................... 7-8
Gas Line Connection .............................................................................................................8
Optional Fresh Air Kit Installation Instructions ............................................................... 9-11
Optional Single Speed Blower Installations Instructions............................................... 12-14
Junction Box Wiring Installation Instructions......................................................................15
Maintenance .........................................................................................................................15
Parts List .............................................................................................................................16
Parts View.............................................................................................................................17
Accessories..................................................................................................................... 18-19
Master Parts Distributor List ................................................................................................20
How To Order Repair Parts ..................................................................................................20
Service Notes.................................................................................................................. 21-23
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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The installation must conform with local codes or, in
the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition) and to the National
electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA70 (latest edition).
NOTE: Installation and repair should be done by a quali-
ed service person. The appliance should be inspected
before use and at least annually by a qualied service
person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to
excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. It
is imperative that control compartment, burners and
circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept
clean.
Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an
appliance must be replaced prior to operating the ap-
pliance. Provide adequate combustion and ventilation
air.
The ow of combustion and ventilation air MUST NOT
be obstructed.
Provide adequate clearance around air openings into
the combustion chamber and adequate accessibility
clearance for servicing and proper operation. NEVER
obstruct the front opening of the appliance.
This Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. firebox and its
components have been tested and will operate safely when
installed in accordance with this installation manual.
Read all instructions before starting installation, then
follow these instructions carefully during installation
to maximize rebox benet and safety. Report to your
dealer any parts damaged in shipment.
The Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. warranty will be
voided by, and Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. disclaims
any responsibility for the following actions:
- Installation of any damaged rebox.
- Modication of the rebox or any of the components
parts thereof.
- Installation other than as instructed by Empire
Comfort Systems, Inc.
- Installation and/or use of any component part or
accessory not approved by Empire Comfort Systems,
Inc. in combination or assembly with a Empire
Comfort Systems, Inc. rebox, not withstanding any
independent testing laboratory or other third party
approval of such component part or accessory.
Any such action may create a possible re hazard.
Consult your local building codes.
Firebox Screen.
The rebox screen must be in place when the rebox is
operating.
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rebox.
3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate log set
thatisinstalledintorebox.
Important
All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number,
Serial Number.
Notice:Duringinitialringofthisreboxwithalogsetinstalled,its
paint will bake out, and smoke will occur. To prevent triggering of
smoke alarms, ventilate the room in which the unit 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. The state of Massachusetts requires that a
exible appliance connector cannot exceed three feet in
length.
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 State 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/
NFPA 54.*
*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc., 11 West
42nd St., New York, N.Y. 10036.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION

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Sidewall Clearances:Theclearancefromtheinsideoftherebox
to perpendicular combustible side wall should not be less than
6".See Figure 1.
Firebox Side and Back Clearances:Thereboxoutercasingside
andbackangesarezeroclearancetocombustibles.
Top Framing and Finishing: Combustible framing may rest on
topofstandoffs.Combustiblenishingmaterialsmayextend
to the top standoff screws on the front edge of the outer wrap.
See Figure 2.
Ceiling Clearances:Theceilingheightshouldnotbelessthan42"
from the top of the hood. See Figures 3a and 3b.
Mantel Clearances: Ventfreereboxmodelsmustusethehood
supplied with the rebox, or one of the optional hood kits
available for each model. If a combustible mantel is installed,
it must meet the clearance requirements detailed below.
Grate Clearance: The minimum clearance between the front legs
ofthegrateandfrontedgeofthereboxis2".
Leaveatleast36"clearancefromthefrontoftherebox.
CLEARANCES
45°
6”
3”
MAX.
PERPENDICULAR
SIDE WALL
FRONT FACE (SIDE)
FIREBOX
(TOP VIEW)
COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIALS ALLOWED
IN SHADED AREAS
FIREBOX
STAND OFF
FINISH WITH TRIM KIT OR
NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
AS DESIRED.
COMBUSTIBLE
FINISHED WALL
OR MANTEL
2X4
HEADER
MANTEL
STANDARD
HOOD
13”
10”
12”
MAX
42”
MIN.
(CEILING TO
TOPOF HOOD)
11 1/2”
MIN.
FIREBOX
FACE
84”
MIN.
(CEILING TO FLOOR)
CEILING
COMBUSTIBLES
ALLOWED
3/8” COMBUSTIBLE
CLEARANCE REQUIRED
FROM TOP EDGE
OF FIREBOX
10”
22”
8”
20”
6½”
18”
5”
16”
3½”
14”
2”
12 ½”
3/4”
24 ½”
0”
Figure 1 Figure 2
Figure 3a - Mantel Clearances with Standard Hood Figure 3b - Mantel Clearances with Optional Extended Hood
MANTEL
EXTENDED HOOD
(VB4H SERIES)
10”
12”
MAX
42”
MIN.
(CEILING TO
TOPOF HOOD)
8”
MIN.
FIREBOX
FACE
84”
MIN.
(CEILING TO FLOOR)
CEILING
COMBUSTIBLES
ALLOWED
3/8” COMBUSTIBLE
CLEARANCE REQUIRED
FROM TOP EDGE
OF FIREBOX
10”
22”
8”
20”
6½”
18”
5”
16”
3½”
14 ½”
2½”
24 ½”
0”
16 ½”

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Premium Vent-Free Firebox Framing Dimensions (in inches)
"A" "B" "C"
Model Framing Height Framing Width Framing Depth
VFP36FB 411/2" 40" 21"
Attention:Add3-3/4"to"A"Dimensionwhenusingushmantel
base.
Framing dimension A includes a three inch clearance for stand-
offs on rebox.
Any vent-free Gas Log Heater must be “For use with approved
ANSI Z21.11.2 unvented room heater.”
Follow and complete the installation instructions of the gas log set
andtherequirementsofthisrebox.
Checkallttingsforleaksbeforelightingthegaslogset.
In planning the installation for the rebox, 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.
A gas shut off must be in this line.
Therebox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. Recessed into the floor as illustrated by Figure 4 (flush
face).
4. Supportedunderall(4)cornersofthereboxsothatcontact
is made on all four perimeter edges on the bottom of the unit
(Example: Four (4) concrete masonry blocks).
If the firebox 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reboxistobelocated.Ifthis
has not been done, stop and consult your dealer for assistance with
this planning.
Planning Your Installation
Please note that the optional BVA1 Fresh Air kit available for use
with the Vent Free Firebox must be installed at the time of the initial
installation. Refer to pages 9, 10, and 11 for detailed instructions
for the air kit.
Accessory kits such as the FBB5 Blower kit, Trim kits, Mantles,
Full Cabinet Mantels, plus other Decorative Frame, Hood, and
Dooraccessorykitsmaybeinstalledafterthereboxissecured
to the framed opening.
Refer to the instructions provided with each of the optional
accessory kits for proper installation and operation.
Firebox Framing
Firebox framing can be built before or after the rebox is set
in place. Framing should be positioned to accommodate wall
coveringandreboxfacingmaterial.Thereboxframingshould
be constructed of 2 x 4 lumber or heavier. The framing headers may
restonthetopofthereboxstandoffs.RefertoFigures 6 and 7
forreboxframingdimensions.
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS ALLOWED
NON-COMBUSTIBLE
FINISHING MATERIAL
TO FIREBOX OPENING
Figure 4
Figure 5
FIREBOX INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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Figure 6
Firebox Dimensions
J
K
H
IA
G
F
B
E
C
D
L
M
FIREBOX INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
VFP36
A41 1/8”
B39 1/2”
C21 7/16”
D32 1/4”
E38 1/2”
F36”
G27 13/16”
H6 1/8”
I34”
J8 3/8”
K5 5/8”
L37 1/2”
M74 13/16”

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Locating Firebox
Placereboxinframingopening.Usethefour(4)framingbrackets
providedonthereboxtoattachreboxtoframing.Differenthole
locationscanbeusedfornishingmaterialswiththicknessesof
3/8",1/2"and3/4".Attachthesematerialswithscrewsprovided,
two (2) per framing bracket. See Figure 7.
Framingbracketsshouldtdirectlyagainstframingmaterial.Use
at least one (1) nail per bracket to secure in place.
Checksquarenessofthereboxpriortosecuringtoframedopening.
See Figure 8.
Figure 7
Ablackhoodthatisfurnishedwitheachrebox(oroptionalhood)
MUSTbeinstalledbeforethereboxisused.Failuretodosomay
createapossiblerehazard.Thehoodislocatedinsidetherebox.
If brass, stainless steel, or hammered pewter hoods are desired,
they can be purchased as an option. Attachment is the same as the
standard black hood.
1. Loosenthetwoscrews(A)holdingreboxtoptofacepanel,
thenslidethehoodangebetweenthereboxtopandfacepanel
and re-tighten the screws.
2. Install one (1) screw at each end of the hood as shown (C).
Caution: The hood must be installed prior to operation of appliance.
See Figure 9
AT TACH (4)
FRAMING BRACKETS
TO SIDES OF FIREBOX
PRIOR TO INSTALLING
UNIT TO FRAMED OPENING
ACAC
Figure 9
FIREBOX OPENING
CHECK TO SEE
THAT BOX IS SQUARE
PRIOR TO ATTACHING TO
FRAMING
Figure 8
FIREBOX INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
INSTALLING HOOD

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Thereboxisdesignedtoaccepta3/8-inchgaslineforanapproved
vent-freegaslogset.Havethelineinstalledbyaqualiedservice
person in accordance with all building codes. Consult local building
codes to properly size the gas supply line leading to the 3/8-inch
hook-up at the unit. The state of Massachusetts requires that a
exibleapplianceconnectorcannotexceedthreefeetinlength.
Gasaccessholesareprovidedonbothsidesoftherebox.See
Figure 10.
Check gas type. Use only the gas type indicated on the gas log
set rating plate. If the gas listed on the plate is not your type of
gas supply, DO NOT INSTALL. Contact your dealer for proper
model.
AlwaysuseanexternalregulatorforallLPreboxestoreducethe
supplytankpressuretoamaximumof14"w.c.Thisisinaddition
totheregulatorttedtothelogset.
WA R N I N G : C O N N E C T I O N D I R E C T LY T O A N
UNREGULATED L.P. TANK CAN CAUSE EXPLOSION.
InstallonlyaANSIZ21.11.2vent-freelogsetintothisrebox. Figure 10
Extended Hoods
Ifyournon-combustiblefacingmaterialisover1"inthicknessthatwillbeusedtonishthisrebox,anextendedhoodisavailablethat
willextendout2"fartheroutintotheroom.Contactyourlocaldealerfordetails.
Finishing
Alljoints(top,bottomandsides),wherethewallordecorativefacingmaterialmeetsthereboxsurroundshouldbesealedwithanon-
combustible material.
Hearthextensionsarerecommended,butnotrequiredforthesereboxes.
VB4H36BL Standard Black
VB4H36BR Polished Brass
VB4H36SS Stainless Steel
VB4H36HP Hammered Pewter
GAS ACCESS HOLES
INSTALLING HOOD (continued)
GAS LINE CONNECTION

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OPTIONAL FRESH AIR KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR DELUXE AND PREMIUM FIREBOXES
4. Next, with the vise grip attached, feed the long control rod
through the small rectangular opening at the left side of the
reboxface.Carefullypositiontherodandbracketsothat
thebracketcanbesecuredtotheinsideopeningoftherebox
with two screws. See Figure 14. Do not remove vise grips at
this time.
5. Working from the side cutout opening, place the slightly
opened air door assembly into the cutout opening as shown
in Figure 15.
6. While holding the door assembly in your left hand, grasp the
vise grip (attached to the long control rod). Rotate and move
the control rod around until the inside end of the rod is mated
The optional BVA1 Fresh Air Kit is designed to introduce outside
airtothereplaceorreboxasdesired.
Itmustbeinstalledpriorto,oratthetimeofreplaceorrebox
installation to framing.
The Fresh Air kit must be installed prior to the installation of wall-
boardorothernishingmaterialsaroundtheunit.
Tools needed: Gloves, Metal snips, Vise-Grip, ¼” Nut Driver,
Standard Screwdriver
Caution: Sharp edges
Air Door Installation for Vent Free Firebox Models:
VFP(32,36,42)FB
1. Begin by removing the rectangular cutout located on the left
sideoftherebox.Useglovesandsheetmetalsnipstocre-
ate the opening for the Air Door assembly to install into. See
Figures 13 and 14.
2. Movethelefthandcurtainscreentothecenteroftherebox
opening.
3. Grasp the long control rod lever with control bracket (items 7
and 8 in Fresh Air Kit Parts List) securely with a vise grips
as shown in Figure 13.
Figure 11
Figure 13
Figure 14
Figure 15
TO INSTALL BVA-1 FRESH AIR KIT
REMOVE RECTANGULAR CUT-OUTWITH
SHEET META L CUTTERS
Figure 12

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withtheholeinthefrontangeofthemovableairdoor.See
Figure 16.
7. Once the control rod is fed through the air door hole, gently
lift the outer air door plate assembly inward and upward until
the mounting holes in the plate line up with the pilot holes in
the side wrap.
8. Install (4) screws to retain the Air Door assembly. See Fig-
ure 18.
9. Remove vise grip from control rod, then check the operation
of the Air Door. The control lever should open the air door
Figure 16
Figure 19
OUTSIDE AIR
ROD BRACKET
OPEN
FRESH AIR ROD
(CONTROL LEVER)
LEFT SIDE VIEW
OF FIREBOX OPENING
TOP CUTAWAY
VIEW
DAMPER
ASSEMBLY
OUTER
CASING
FRESH AIR
ROD
OUTSIDE AIR
ROD BRACKET
Figure 18
OUTSIDE AIR
ROD BRACKET
OPEN
FRESH AIR ROD
(CONTROL LEVER)
LEFT SIDE VIEW
OF FIREBOX OPENING
TOP CUTAWAY
VIEW
DAMPER
ASSEMBLY
OUTER
CASING
FRESH AIR
ROD
OUTSIDE AIR
ROD BRACKET
when rotated upward, and can be locked open by pulling for-
ward into the notch at the top of the control lever bracket.
10. To close, simply disengage by letting the lever rotate down-
ward. The air door will remain closed by magnetic action.
See Figure 19.
Figure 17
1
2
8
4
7
6
5
3
FRESH AIR KIT PARTS LIST
INDEX
NO.
PART
NO. DESCRIPTION
QUANTITY
SUPPLIED
1 10124 OUTSIDE AIR HOOD 1
2 18476 OUTSIDE AIR TUBE ASSEMBLY 1
3 R8196 WASHER, SILICONE (BV) 1
4 19548 DAMPER ASSEMBLY 1
5 R8047 TUBULAR CLIP (BV) 1
6 R8189 ROD, FRESH AIR (BV) 1
7 R8703 ROD, AIR CONTROL (FB) 1
8 20473 BRACKET, OUTSIDE AIR ROD (FB) 1

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Completion of Air Kit installation
1. Determinethelengthof4”Dia.rigidorexductconnector
(installersupplied)youwillneedfromtherebox/replace
to the exterior surface of the outside wall, where the air kit
hood will be installed. Add a few extra inches to the length
to allow for easier attachment of the outside duct connection
prior to securing the outside rain cap hood to the building.
2. Secure the 4” dia. duct to the Air Door assembly collar on the
rebox/replacewithbandclampsorscrews.
3. Run the other end of the duct through the exterior wall cut-
out.
4. From the outside of the building, connect the duct to the
collar on the outside air vent assembly with band clamp or
screws to secure.
5. Mate the outside rain cap hood over the air vent, seal with
caulk as necessary, then secure with screws provided to the
exterior wall surface. See Figure 20 and 21.
6. Figure 22 illustrates the various options for installation of the
air duct run possibilities.
OUTSIDE
HOOD
4” DIA. AIR DUCT
CONNECTOR
(INSTALLER SUPPLIED)
OUTSIDE PLATE/VENT
SCREEN ASSEMBLY AIR DOOR
ASSEMBLY
FIREBOXOR
FIREPLACE
Figure 20
Figure 21
Caulk and Install Duct Termination
WALL
DUCT TERMINATION
RAIN CAP
CAULKING
Figure 22

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OPTIONAL SINGLE SPEED BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Attention: Install blower assembly before connecting gas inlet
supply line.
Wiring
The appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in
accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes,
with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, if an exter-
nal electrical source is utilized. This appliance is equipped with
a three-prong [grounding] plug for your protection against
shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly
grounded three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the
grounding prong from this plug. For an ungrounded receptacle,
an adapter, which has two prongs and a wire for grounding, can
be purchased, plugged into the ungrounded receptacle and its wire
connected to the receptacle mounting screw. With this wire com-
pleting the ground, the appliance cord plug can be plugged into
the adapter and be electrically grounded.
Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servic-
ing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous
operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.
Note: Junctionboxonrightsideofreboxmustbepre-wiredat
timeofreboxinstallationforusewithblowerassembly.A
standard wall ON/OFF wall switch or optional SCV1 Vari-
able Speed Control Kit should be installed to activate pow-
er to the Firebox, and control the operation of the FBB5
Blower assembly. It is recommended that installation of the
wiringbeperformedbyaqualiedelectrician.See Figure
23.
1. Ifinstalled,turnOFFgassupplytorebox/gaslog.
2. Ifapplicable,turnOFFelectricsupplytorebox.
CAUTION: ALL WIRING SHOULD BE DONE BY
A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN AND SHALL BE IN
COMPLIANCE WITH ALL LOCAL, CITY AND STATE
BUILDING CODES. BEFORE MAKING THE ELECTRI-
CAL CONNECTION, MAKE SURE THAT MAIN POWER
SUPPLY IS DISCONNECTED. THE APPLIANCE, WHEN
INSTALLED, MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED
IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES, WITH THE
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANSI/NFPA 70 (LAT-
EST EDITION).
A factory installed junction box is located on the lower right
sideof therebox.Wiringmustbe fedto thejunctionbox
and attached to the receptacle that is provided. From right
sideof therebox,removethescrew securingthejunction
box assembly. Leave approximately 6” of wire in the junction
box for connection.
Attach black wire to one side of the receptacle and white wire
to opposite side of receptacle. The ground wire should be at-
tached to the green (ground) screw.
Install the receptacle into the junction box. Attach cover
plate.
Attention: If installed, do not damage gas inlet supply line
whenblowerassemblyisinsertedintorebox.Insomecases,
removal the gas inlet supply line may be necessary.
3. Determinewhichtypeofreboxyouhavepriortoinstalla-
tion. See Figure 24.
Figure 23
REMOVE COVER PLATE TO
INSTALL BLOWER ASSEMBLY
Figure 24

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4. Insertblowerassemblyintointerior,bottomofrebox.Posi-
tion blower assembly so that you align the notch on back of
blowerassemblywiththecenterscrewonreboxback,then
pushtheblowerassemblyagainstreboxback.Theblower
wheelmustbecenteredwiththebackwalloftherebox.The
magnets on the back and bottom of blower assembly will suf-
cientlyholdblowerassemblyinplace.
Note: Foreldinstallationofblowerassembly,itmaybeeasierto
remove rear cover panel to install blower. This eliminates
the need to remove brick liner panels, but the blower would
have to be installed prior to installing the rebox into a
wall or chase. See Figure 25.
5. Once the blower assembly is in position, locate the plug but-
ton in the top right rear corner of the rebox. Remove the
plug with a standard screwdriver and discard plug.
6. Next,ndthefancontrolswitchandwireassembly.Feedthe
wiresthroughtheholeatthetopoftherebox,andsecurethe
fan control switch with (2) #6 screws provided. See Figure
26.
7. The fan control wires will slide down between the rebox
and outer wrap near the blower assembly. See Figure 26.
8. One fan control wire will have a 1/4” female terminal that
must be attached to the open terminal on the blower motor.
See Figure 29, Connection A.
9. The other fan control wire has a 1/4” male terminal. Attach
this terminal to the open terminal on the blower power cord.
See Figure 29, Connection B
10. Route the wires away from moving parts of the blower as-
sembly and retain wires together near the blower motor using
the plastic purse clip provided.
11. To complete the installation, plug the power cord into the
junctionboxreceptacleattherightrearcorneroftherebox
outer wrap. See Figure 27.
12. If room permits, the power cord can be located from the out-
side of the unit looking through the junction box access hole
(with the junction box removed), then plug up the power cord
before reinstalling the pre-wired junction box.
13. Once all connections are made electrically, it is recommend-
ed that you test the blower fan control operation by turning
on power to the blower (Caution: 110 Volt). Then apply heat
tothefancontrolswitchinsidethereboxwithalighteror
match until blower is activated. Once blower is activated,
check for proper operation. Do not place hands near blower
assembly or other wiring while power is on.
14. Replace blower access plate and/or reinstall the brick liner
panels if provided.
15. This completes the installation of the optional FBB5 Blower
kit accessory.
Note: This blower is equipped with a heat activated fan control
switch. Blower will operate when the rebox warms up,
and will turn off automatically when the rebox cools
down.
REAR COVER PANEL MAYBE
REMOVED TO INSTALL BLOWER
REINSTALL COVER AFTER
BLOWER IS INSTALLED
Figure 25
FA NCONTROL
SWITCH LOCATION
FA NCONTROLWIRES
Figure 26
Figure 27
BLOWERPOWERCORD

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Blower Motor
The blower motor does not have oiling holes. Do not attempt to
oil the blower motor.
Blower Wheels
The blower wheels will collect lint and could require periodic
cleaning. If the air output decreases or the noise level increases,
it indicates a dirty blower wheel. Remove fan and clean blower
wheels.
Warning: Unplugging of blower accessory will not stop the
heater from cycling. To turn off gas to the heater (millivolt
model): push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise
to “OFF.” Do not force. To turn off gas on direct ignition
model, turn gas line valve to “OFF.”
1 FBB5 BLOWER ASSEMBLY COMPLETE
2 R8199 FAN CONTROL SWITCH
1
2
A
B
110 VOLT AC
JUNCTION BOX
WHITE
FAN
SWITCH
BLACK
FAN/MOTOR
ASSEMBLY
Figure 28
Figure 29

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CAUTION: ALL WIRING SHOULD BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN AND SHALL BE IN COMPLIANCE
WITH ALL LOCAL, CITY AND STATE BUILDING CODES. BEFORE MAKING THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION,
MAKE SURE THAT MAIN POWER SUPPLY IS DISCONNECTED. THE APPLIANCE, WHEN INSTALLED, MUST BE
ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES OR, IN THE ABSENCE OF LOCAL CODES,
WITH THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANSI/NFPA 70 (LATEST EDITION)
A factory installed junction box is located on the lower right
hand side of the rebox. Wiring must be fed to the junction
box and attached to the receptacle that is provided. Remove the
knockout in the installed junction box to accept wiring into the
junction box. Install a UL listed cable clamp (not supplied) in the
knockouthole.Leaveapproximately6"ofwireinthejunction
box for connection.
Attach black wire to one side of the receptacle and white wire to
opposite side of receptacle. The ground wire should be attached
to the green (neutral) screw.
Install the receptacle into the junction box. Attach cover plate.
Keep the control compartment, logs and burner area surrounding the
logs clean by vacuuming or brushing area at least twice a year.
THE LOGS CAN GET VERY HOT – HANDLE ONLY WHEN
COOL.
Always turn off gas to the pilot before cleaning. For relighting,
refer to lighting instructions located on the log set.
Neverobstructtheowofthecombustionandventilationair.Keep
thefrontofthereboxclearofallobstaclesandmaterials.
Screens must be closed during operation.
Figure 30
JUNCTION BOX WIRING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
MAINTENANCE

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PARTS LIST
INDEX
NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION
1 17247 TOP STANDOFF
2 10554 FRAMING BRACKET
3 17162 JUNCTION BOX ASSEMBLY
4 R3492 RECEPTACLE
5 R3491 COVER, JUNCTION BOX
6 20145 HOOD
7 R7052 ROD, SCREEN
8 R8201 SCREEN CURTAIN
9 R8727 HOLE PLUG
10 19990 BLOWER COVER PLATE

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PARTS VIEW
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
10
9
2
2
2

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Accessory Description Model Numbers
Fan Kit
1
2
Designedtoprovideforcedairow. FBB5
Variable Speed Control Kit
Wall mounted variable speed control for use with
FBB5 blower SCV-1
Fresh Air Kit
1
2
8
4
7
6
5
3
Deluxe and Premium Fireboxes BVA-1
Frame Kits
Extruded Aluminum Frame Kits
Black, Brass, Stainless Steel, or Hammered Pewter
Contact dealer for all available
optional frame kits
ACCESSORIES

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Standard Hood Brass hood = BR
Stainless Steel = SS
Hammered Pewter = HP
Contact dealer for all available
optional hood accessories
Extended 4" Hoods
Extendedhoodsthatextendout2"fartherthanthestandard
hoods, to accommodate thicker surround materials.
Available as optional kits in Black, Brass, Hammered Pew-
ter,andStainlessSteelnishes.
Contact dealer for all available
optional hood accessories
Decorative Door Kits Available as optional kits in Black, Brass, Hammered Pew-
ter,andStainlessSteelnishes.
Contact dealer for all available
optional frame kit accessories
Decorative Frame Kits Available as optional kits in Black, Brass, Hammered Pew-
ter,andStainlessSteelnishes.
Contact dealer for all available
optional decorative door kit
accessories
ACCESSORIES (continued)
Accessory Description Model Numbers

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To Order Parts Under Warranty, please contact your local Empire dealer. See the dealer locator at www.empirecomfort.com. To provide
warranty service, your dealer will need your name and address, purchase date and serial number, and the nature of the problem with the
unit.
To Order Parts After the Warranty Period, please contact your dealer or one of the Master Parts Distributors listed below. This list
changes from time to time. For the current list, please click on the Master Parts button at www.empirecomfort.com.
Please note: Master Parts Distributors are independent businesses that stock the most commonly ordered Original Equipment repair parts
for Heaters, Grills, and Fireplaces manufactured by Empire Comfort Systems Inc.
Star-Fire Distributors
1355 Evans Avenue
Akron, OH 44305
Phone: [phone]
Toll Free: 800-875-6220
Fax: [phone]
Parts: Heater & Hearth and Grills
Dey Distributing
1401 Willow Lake Boulevard
Vadnais Heights, MN 55101
Phone: [phone]
Toll Free: 800-397-1339
Website: www.deydistributing.com
Parts: Heater & Hearth
East Coast Energy Products
10 East Route 36
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Phone: [phone]
Toll Free: 800-755-8809
Fax: [phone]
Website: www.eastcoastenergy.com
Parts: Heater & Hearth and Grills
Victor Division of F. W. Webb Company
200 Locust Street
Hartford, CT 06114
Phone: [phone]
Toll Free: 800-243-9360
Fax: [phone]
Toll Free Fax: [phone]
Websites: www.fwwebb.com & www.victormfg.com
Parts: Heater & Hearth and Grills
MASTER PARTS DISTRIBUTOR LIST
Parts Not Under Warranty
Parts can be ordered through your Service Person, Dealer, or a Master Parts Distributor. See this page for the Master Parts Distribu-
tors list. For best results, the service person or dealer should order parts through the distributor. Parts can be shipped directly to the
service person/dealer.
Warranty Parts
Warranty parts will need a proof of purchase and can be ordered by your Service Person or Dealer. Proof of purchase is required for
warranty parts.
AllpartslistedinthePartsListhaveaPartNumber.Whenorderingparts,rstobtaintheModelNumberandSerialNumberfromthe
name plate on your equipment. Then determine the Part Number (not the Index Number) and the Description of each part from the
following illustration and part list. Be sure to give all this information . . .
Appliance Model Number Part Description
Appliance Serial Number Part Number
Type of Gas (Propane or Natural)
Do not order bolts, screws, washers or nuts. They are standard hardware items and can be purchased at any local hardware store.
Shipmentscontingentuponstrikes,resandallcausesbeyondourcontrol.
HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS