Empire Comfort Systems VFP36SP32EN-2 Quick start guide

ANSI Z21.11.2 Gas Fired Decorative Type
Unvented Room Heaters.
GAS-FIRED
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER'S MANUAL
WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly
could result in serious injury, death or
property damage.
— 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.
• Leavethebuildingimmediately.
• Immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the
gas supplier’s instructions.
• Ifyoucannotreachyourgassupplier,
calltheredepartment.
— Installation and service must be per-
formed by a qualied installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
INSTALLER:
Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER:
Retain this manual for future reference.
PREMIUM VENT-FREE
MULTI-SIDED FIREPLACES
SEE-THROUGH
FIREPLACE MODELS:
VFP36SP32EN-2
VFP36SP32EP-2
PENINSULA
FIREPLACE MODELS:
VFP36PP32EN-2
VFP36PP32EP-2
U.L. FILE: MH46389
WARNING
If not installed, operated and maintained
in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions, this product could expose you
to substances in fuel or from fuel combustion
which can cause death or serious illness.
Thisisanunventedgas-redheater.Ituses
air (oxygen) from the room in which it is in-
stalled. Provisions for adequate combustion
and ventilation air must be provided. Refer
to page 8.
WATERVAPOR:ABY-PRODUCTOFUNVENTED
ROOM HEATERS
Water vapor is a by-product of gas combus-
tion. An unvented room heater produces ap-
proximately one (1) ounce (30ml) of water for
every 1,000 BTU's (.3KW's) of gas input per
hour. Refer to page 8.
Thisappliancemaybeinstalledinanaftermarket
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.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Carton Contents .......................................................................................................3
Hardware Package...................................................................................................3
Important Safety Information....................................................................................4
Safety Information for Users of Propane Gas ..........................................................5
Introduction ..............................................................................................................6
Specications ...........................................................................................................7
Water Vapor: A By-Product of Unvented Room Heaters ..........................................8
Provisions for Adequate Combustion & Ventilation Air..........................................8-9
Gas Supply.............................................................................................................10
Clearances ........................................................................................................11-12
Combustible Materials............................................................................................12
Planning Installation ...............................................................................................13
Fireplace Installation Instructions......................................................................13-15
Installing Hoods......................................................................................................16
Gas Line Connection..............................................................................................17
Placement of Glowing Embers and Lava Rock......................................................18
Operation Instructions/Flame Appearance.............................................................19
VFP36(SP,PP)32 Lighting Instructions...................................................................20
Burner Instructions .................................................................................................21
Pilot Flame Characteristics ....................................................................................22
Wiring .....................................................................................................................23
Troubleshooting Symptoms - Possible Causes and Solutions...............................24
Wiring Instructions for Installing a Dual Switch/Receptacle ...................................25
Optional Blower Installation Instructions ...........................................................26-28
LK2 Accent Light Accessory...................................................................................29
Maintenance...........................................................................................................29
Parts List ...........................................................................................................30-31
See-Through Fireplace Parts View ........................................................................32
Peninsula Fireplace Parts View .............................................................................33
Accessories.......................................................................................................34-35
Master Parts Distributor List...................................................................................36
How To Order Repair Parts ....................................................................................36
Reference..........................................................................................................37-39
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CARTON CONTENTS
Fireplace Assembly
Lava Rock Package
Soot Warning Sheet
Installation Package
Rockwool Packet
Installation Instructions
Serial Number Tag
Warranty Card
Hardware Package (See Figure Below)
Nailing Flange
#10 x 1/2" Phillips Hex Head Screw
#10 x 1/2" Phillips Truss Head Screw
Romex Connector
HARDWARE PACKAGE
#10X½” PHILLIPS HEX HEAD SCREW (16)
#10X½” PHILLIPS HEX HEAD SCREW (20)
NAILING FLANGE (8)
ROMEX CONNECTOR (2)
NOTICE: Hardware shown to scale where possible.
NOTICE: Two hardware packages are included in the carton contents. Hardware quantities shown above are total received.

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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replace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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
• 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
the burner.

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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 Propane Gas is colorless, and it can fade under
some circumstances. For example, if there is an underground
leak, the movement of the gas through soil can lter the odorant.
Odorants in Propane Gas also are subject to oxidation. This fading
can occur if there is rust inside the storage tank or in iron gas pipes.
The odorant in escaped gas can adsorb or absorb onto or into walls,
masonry and other materials and fabrics in a room. That will take
some of the odorant out of the gas, reducing its odor intensity.
Propane Gas may stratify in a closed area, and the odor intensity
could vary at different levels. Since it is heavier than air, there may
be more odor at lower levels. Always be sensitive to the slightest
gas odor. If you detect any odor, treat it as a serious leak. Imme-
diately go into action as instructed earlier.
Propaneisaammablegaswhichcancauseresandexplo-
sions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and colorless.
You may not know all the following safety precautions which
can protect both you and your family from an accident. Read
them carefully now, then review them point by point with the
members of your household. Someday when there may not
be a minute to lose, everyone's safety will depend on knowing
exactly what to do. If, after reading the following information,
you feel you still need more information, please contact your
gas supplier.
• Do not operate electric switches, light matches, use your
phone. Do not do anything that could ignite the gas.
• Get everyone out of the building, vehicle, trailer, or area. Do
that IMMEDIATELY.
• Close all gas tank or cylinder supply valves.
• Propane Gas is heavier than air and may settle in low areas
such as basements. When you have reason to suspect a gas
leak, keep out of basements and other low areas. Stay out
until reghters declare them to be safe.
• Use your neighbor's phone and call a trained Propane Gas
service person and the re department. Even though you may
not continue to smell gas, do not turn on the gas again. Do
not re-enter the building, vehicle, trailer, or area.
• Finally, let the service man and reghters check for escaped
gas. Have them air out the area before you return. Properly
trained Propane Gas service people should repair the leak,
then check and relight the gas appliance for you.
SOME POINTS TO REMEMBER
NO ODOR DETECTED - ODOR FADE
PROPANE GAS WARNING ODOR
If a gas leak happens, you should be able to smell the gas because of the odorant put in the Propane Gas.
That's your signal to go into immediate action!
SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF PROPANE GAS
• LearntorecognizetheodorofPropaneGas.Your local
Propane Gas Dealer can give you a "Scratch and Sniff" pam-
phlet. Use it to nd out what the propane odor smells like. If
you suspect that your Propane Gas has a weak or abnormal
odor, call your Propane Gas Dealer.
• If you are not qualied, do not light pilot lights, perform ser-
vice, or make adjustments to appliances on the Propane
Gas system. If you are qualied, consciously think about the
odor of Propane Gas prior to and while lighting pilot lights or
performing service or making adjustments.
• Sometimes a basement or a closed-up house has a musty
smell that can cover up the Propane Gas odor. Do not try to
light pilot lights, perform service, or make adjustments in an
area where the conditions are such that you may not detect
the odor if there has been a leak of Propane Gas.
• Odor fade, due to oxidation by rust or adsorption on walls of
new cylinders and tanks, is possible. Therefore, people should
be particularly alert and careful when new tanks or cylinders
are placed in service. Odor fade can occur in new tanks, or
reinstalled old tanks, if they are lled and allowed to set too
long before relling. Cylinders and tanks which have been
out of service for a time may develop internal rust which will
cause odor fade. If such conditions are suspected to exist,
a periodic sniff test of the gas is advisable. If you have any
question about the gas odor, call your Propane Gas Dealer.
Aperiodic sniff test of the Propane Gas is a good safety
measure under any condition.
• If, at any time, you do not smell the Propane Gas odorant and
you think you should, assume you have a leak. Then take the
same immediate action recommended above for the occasion
when you do detect the odorized Propane Gas.
• If you experience a complete "gas out," (the container is 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
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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.
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.
Commonwealth 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 Commonwealth 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, International Fuel
Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.*
*Available from theAmerican National Standards Institute, Inc. 1430
Broadway, New York, N.Y. 10018.
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.
Well Head Gas Installations
Some natural gas utilities use “well head” gas. This may affect
the Btu output of the unit and promote sooting. Units shall not be
converted to use well head gas.
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 Underweriters Laboratories, Inc. 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.
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.
INTRODUCTION

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Model VFP36(SP,PP)32EN (Natural) VFP36(SP,PP)32EP (Propane)
Input Maximum 38,000 38,000
Minimum 25,000 30,000
Overall Dimensions
Height without standoff 37 3/4" 37 3/4"
Width 39" 39"
Depth 24" 24"
Gas Inlet 3/8" 3/8"
Log Sets (Ordered Separately)
LSU24RR-2
Accessories
EK-1 Embers Kit
EK2 Embers Kit
PE-20 Platinum Embers
FBB5 Automatic Blower
SCV-1 Speed COntrol, Variable for use with FBB5
FRBC Battery Operated Remote Control
FRBTC Battery Operated Remote Control with Thermostat
FRBTP Remote-Battery Operated with Programmable Thermostat
FREC Electric Remote Control
FWS Wall Switch
TMV Wall Thermostat, Millivolt - Reed Switch
TRW Remote Wall Thermostat
LK2 Accent Light Kit
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 “VentilationAir 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.
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.
Figure 2
PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR (CONT'D)

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Check all local codes for requirements, especially for the size and
type of gas supply line required.
NOTICE: Never use plastic pipe. Check to conrm 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.
Installing a New Main Gas Shut-Off
Each appliance should have its own manual gas shut-off.
A manual main gas shut-off 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 Z21.24Appliance 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.
Figure 3
Checking Manifold Pressure
NATURAL GAS MODELS (N) 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).
PROPANE GAS MODELS (P) 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.
MILLIVOLT 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
RECOMMENDED GAS PIPE DIAMETER
Pipe
Length
Schedule 40 Pipe
Inside Diameter
Tubing, Type L
Outside Diameter
Natural Propane Natural Propane
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

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CLEARANCES
Figure 4a - See Through Fireplace Clearances
36”
MIN.
42”
MIN.
(CEILING TO
TOPOFHOOD
)
1 3/4”MIN.
PERPENDICULAR
COMBUSTIBLE
SIDEWALL
36”
MIN.
42”
MIN.
(CEILING TO
TOPOFHOOD)
1 3/4”MIN.
PERPENDICULAR
COMBUSTIBLE
SIDEWALL
Figure 4b - Peninsula Fireplace Clearances
Sidewall Clearances: The clearance from the inside of the replace
to perpendicular combustible side wall should not be less than
1 3/4". See Figures 4a and 4b.
Combustible material clearance from front of rebox: 36"
minimum
Fireplace Side and Back Clearances: The replace outer casing
side(s) require a minimum 1/2" 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 top outer wrap.
See Figure 5.
FIREBOX
STAND OFF
COMBUSTIBLE
FINISHED WALL
OR MANTEL
2X4
HEADER
TO
P OUTER
WRAP
FINISH WITH TRIM KIT
OR
NON-COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL AS
DESIRED.
Figure 5

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CLEARANCES (CONT'D)
Figure 6a - Mantel Clearances with Standard Hood
Figure 6b - Mantel Clearances with Optional Extended Hood
MANTEL
STANDARD
HOOD
17 ½”
10”
12”
MAX
42”
MIN.
(CEILING TO
TOPOF HOOD)
4½”
MIN.
FIREBOX
FACE
84”
MIN.
(CEILING TO FLOOR)
CEILING
COMBUSTIBLES
ALLOWED
3/8” COMBUSTIBLE
CLEARANCE REQUIRED
FROM TOP EDGE
OF FIREPLACE
8”
6½”
5”
3½”
1½”
0”
6½”
9”
11”
13”
15”
MANTEL
13”
10”
12”
MAX
42”
MIN.
(CEILING TO
TOPOF HOOD)
8”
MIN.
84”
MIN.
(CEILING TO FLOOR)
CEILING
COMBUSTIBLES
ALLOWED
22”
8”
20”
6½”
18”
5”
16”
3½”
14 ½”
2½”
24 ½”
0”
FIREBOX
FACE
EXTENDED HOOD
(VB4H SERIES)
(NOT AVAILABLE ON
PENINSULA OPEN END)
3/8” COMBUSTIBLE
CLEARANCE REQUIRED
FROM TOP EDGE
OF FIREPLACE
Ceiling Clearances: The ceiling height should not be less than 42"
from the top of the hood. See Figures 6a and 6b.
Mantel Clearances: Vent free replace models must use the hood
supplied with the replace, 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.
Leave furniture and other combustible items at least 36" away from
the front openings of the replace.
Do not attach combustible material to the mantel of your
replace. This is a re hazard.
Figure 7
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 8
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS

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Fireplace Framing
Framing can be built before or after the replace is set in place.
Framing should be constructed to accommodate wall covering
and replace facing material. The replace framing should be
constructed of 2 x 4 lumber or heavier. The framing headers may
rest on the top of the replace standoffs. Refer to Figures 5 and 9
for framing dimensions.
NOTICE:On Peninsula models, a maximum weight of 250 lbs. is
recommended when construction materials are supported by the
top standoff spacers.
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
PREMIUM VENT-FREE FIREPLACE FRAMING
DIMENSIONS (IN INCHES)
Model
"A" "B" "C"*
Framing
Height
Framing
Width
Framing
Depth
VFP36SP 38" 40" 23"*
VFP36PP 38" 39"** 23"*
Attention: Add height of base to "A" Dimension when elevat-
ing replace if installing on an elevated base.
Framing dimension A incudes a three inch clearance for
standoffsontopofreplace.
*Dimension "C" assumes use of 1/2" wall board ush to both
front faces.
** Peninsula model framing width assumes use of 1/2" wall
board ush to the end face.
A
B
C
A
B
C
Framing - Peninsula
Framing - See-Through
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. A gas shutoff must be installed in this line.
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.
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.
Accessory kits such as the FBB5 Blower kit, Trim kits, Mantels, plus
other Decorative Frame, Hood, and Door accessory kits may be
installed after the replace is secured to the framing.
Refer to the instructions provided with each of the optional accessory
kits for proper installation and operation.
PLANNING INSTALLATION

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Figure 10
Fireplace Dimensions
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONT'D)
VFP36SP VFP36PP
A34 3/4" 34 3/4"
B39" 39"
C24" 24"
D22" 22"
E36" 36"
F34 1/4" 35 1/4"
G29 1/8" 29 1/8"
H37 3/4" 37 3/4"
I1 1/4" 1 1/4"
J6 1/8" 6 1/8"
K2 1/2" 2 1/2"
L5" 5"
M24 1/8" 24 1/8"
N33 1/2" 33 1/2"
SEE THRU
LOUVERED
PENINSULA
LOUVERED
FF
2 9/16” 2 9/16”
2 9/16”
C
G
K
L
K
LB
E
B
E
H
A
N
M
J
D
I
H
A
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Locating Fireplace
Place replace in framed opening. Attach the framing brackets to
the replace and secure to framing. Different hole locations can be
used for nishing materials with thicknesses of 3/8", 1/2" and 3/4".
Secure the brackets with screws provided using two (2) per framing
bracket. See Figure 11.
Framing brackets should t directly against framing material. Use
at least one (1) nail or screw per bracket to secure in place.
IMPORTANT! Check squareness of the replace prior to securing
to framed opening. See Figure 12.
NOTICE: On See-Through models, framing brackets may be placed
on one side of the facing openings. This allows the replace to be
inserted into the pre-framed opening.
Figure 11
CHECK TO SEE
THAT BOX IS SQUARE
PRIOR TO ATTACHING TO
FRAMING
FIREPLACE OPENING
Figure 12
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONT'D)
ATTACH (4)
FRAMING BRACKETS
TO SIDE(S) OF FIREPLACE
PRIORTO INSTALLING
UNIT TO FRAMED OPENIN
G

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Extended Hoods
If your non-combustible facing material is over 1" in thickness and
will be used to nish this replace, extended hoods are available
that will extend out 2" farther into the room. Extended hoods are
not available for the peninsula open ends. Contact your local dealer
for details.
EXTENDED HOOD
VB4H36BL Standard Black (1 each)
Finishing
All joints (top, bottom and sides), where the wall or decorative
facing material meets the replace surround should be sealed with
a non-combustible material.
Hearth extensions are not required for these replaces.
Louvers and decorative louver panels are interchangeable, and
may be mixed and matched as desired.
Attention: Flush panels may not be used on these models.
INSTALLING HOODS
Black hoods are furnished with each replace (or the optional
hood(s)) and MUST be installed before the replace is used. Failure
to do so may create a possible re hazard. For shipping purposes,
the hoods are located behind the upper or lower louvers. 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.
Hood Installation
1. Remove upper louver.
2. Place the top hood ange on top of the inner rebox top, then
install three screws through the rebox top from below and
screw into the pilot holes in the hood ange (B).
3. Install one (1) screw at each end of the hood as shown (C).
4. Re-install louver(s).
Caution: All hoods must be installed prior to operation of
appliance.
CAUTION
All hoods must be installed prior to operation of appliance.
See Figure 13.
Figure 13
B
C
INNER FIREBOX TOP

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The replace is designed to accept a gas line for connection to the
gas valve. 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 connection of the
valve. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires that a exible
appliance connector cannot exceed three feet in length.
Gas access holes are provided through the side panel(s) of the
replace. See Figure 14.
Check gas type. Use only the gas type indicated on the 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 to reduce the supply tank pressure
to a maximum of 10.5" w.c. (Natural), or 13" w.c. (Propane). See
page 10.
WARNING
Connection directly to an unregulated Propane Tank. Can
cause explosion. Figure 14
GAS LINE CONNECTION
GAS LINE
ACCESS
HOLES

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Placement of the glowing embers (rockwool) is very individual and
light coverage of the areas indicated will provide your best effects.
We recommend separation of the rockwool by hand and to 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 rockwool over large port areas.
Rockwool should not be placed in the area of the pilot assembly.
Over time, the rockwool will break down and new rockwool will
need to be placed to recreate the original glowing embers effect.
Remove all old rockwool from the appliance and apply new
rockwool as shown in Figure 15.
NOTICE: Only the rockwool supplied with this unit or ordered in
accordance with the Parts List on pages 30 and 31 should be used
on this burner. See the Parts List on pages 30 and 31 to order
replacement rockwool.
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 ROCKWOOL. THE LAVA ROCKS SHOULD ONLY
BE PLACED ON THE FIREPLACE FLOOR.
PLACEMENT OF GLOWING EMBERS AND LAVA ROCK
LP BURNER-TOP VIEW
Do not cover any large ports with
ember material (glowing embers)
Place ember material only
over port areas as shown
NAT BURNER-TOP VIEW
Do not cover any large ports with
ember material (glowing embers)
Place ember material only
over port areas as shown
Figure 15

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Before you begin: Do not handle the logs with your bare hands!
Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation. After handling logs,
wash your hands gently with soap and water.
All Logs
The positioning of the logs is critical to the safe and clean opera-
tion of this heater. Sooting and other problems may result if the
logs are not properly and rmly positioned in the appliance.
Instructions for placement of the logs in the replace are included
with the logset. The logset approved for use is the LSU24RR-2,
and must be ordered separately.
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. Natural gas burners
will tend to have blue ames with yellow ame tips.
NOTICE: All ames will be random by design, ame height will go
up and down.
Glowing embers (rockwool) 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 replace. 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.
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

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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" 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 behind the
burner on the right side.
8. Turn gas control knob coun-
terclockwise t o
"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 IM-
MEDIATELY 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 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.
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.
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)
GAS CONTROL KNOB
SHOWN IN "OFF" POSITION.
THERMOCOUPLE
(NATURAL)
ELECTRODE
PILOT
THERMOPILE
REMOTE
OFF
ON
THERMOCOUPLE
(LPG)
MILLIVOLT VALVE 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.