Vermont Castings 4030-4049 User manual

This is an unvented gas-fired heater.
It uses air (Oxygen) from the room
in which it is installed. Provisions for
adequate combustion and
ventilation air must be provided.
Refer to Page 7.
UVS27R, UVS27M
Vent Free Gas Heaters
Models: 4030-4049, 4085-4087,
4090-4092
20007068 4/07 Rev. 8
INSTALLER / CONSUMER
SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING: If the information in this
manual is not followed exactly, a
fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or
loss of life.
Please read this manual before
installing and using appliance.
Homeowner’s Installation
and Operating Manual
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—Do not store or use gasoline or
other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
—WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do
not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas
suppler from a neighbor’s phone. Fol-
low the gas suppler’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
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INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
This appliance may be installed in an after
market permanently located manufactured
(mobile) home where not prohibited by lo-
cal 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 unless a certified kit is
used.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of
resale, from the manufacturer.

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UVS27 Vent-Free Gas Heater
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Installation and Operating Instructions
Shell Dimensions .................................................................................................................4
Clearance Requirements .....................................................................................................5
Hearth Requirements .......................................................................................................... 5
Gas Specifications ...............................................................................................................6
Gas Inlet and Manifold Pressures ....................................................................................... 6
High Elevations ...................................................................................................................6
Odor During Operation ........................................................................................................6
Vent Free Features ..............................................................................................................7
Fresh Air Requirements ....................................................................................................... 7
Assembly Procedures
Unpack the Firebox ............................................................................................................. 9
Install Optional Fan Kit ........................................................................................................ 9
Install ON/OFF Switch .......................................................................................................10
Thermostat Connections ................................................................................................... 10
Glass & Catalyst Installation ..............................................................................................10
Connect the Gas Supply LIne ...........................................................................................12
Install Log Set ....................................................................................................................12
Complete the Installation ...................................................................................................13
Operation
Your First Fire ....................................................................................................................15
Pilot and Burner Inspection ............................................................................................... 15
Flame & Temperature Adjustment .....................................................................................15
Flame Characteristics ........................................................................................................15
Lighting Instructions ..........................................................................................................16
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................. 17
Maintenance
Firebox Cleaning and Inspection .......................................................................................19
Cleaning Procedure ...........................................................................................................19
Glass Replacement ...........................................................................................................19
Care of Cast Iron ...............................................................................................................19
Catalytic Combustor ..........................................................................................................20
Replacement Parts ......................................................................................................................21
Optional Accessories
Fan Kits 24
Glass / Catalyst Kit ............................................................................................................24
Remote Controls ...............................................................................................................24
Warming Shelf ................................................................................................................... 24
Warranty .......................................................................................................................................25
PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE.
Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Vermont Castings stove.
IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.
Table Of Contents
Proposition 65 Warning: Fuels used in gas, woodburn-
ing or oil fired appliances, and the products of combus-
tion of such fuels, contain chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other
reproductive harm.
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UVS27 Vent-Free Gas Heater
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Installation & Operating Instructions
In order to ensure safe and effective installation, this unit
must be installed only by a qualified agency, individual, firm,
corporation or company that is experienced in the instal-
lation, repair and servicing of this type of appliance and is
familiar with the building codes and installation techniques
appropriate in your area. Contact your hearth products
dealer or local gas supplier for the name of a qualified ser-
vice person.
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, all gas fittings and
installation of this heater shall only be done by a licensed
gas fitter or licensed plumber.
IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and
completely before trying to assemble, operate, or ser-
vice this heater. Improper use of this heater can cause
serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosion,
electrical shock, and carbon monoxide poisoning.failure
to follow instructions may result in property damage,
bodily injury or loss of life. This manual contains impor-
tant user information. Keep this manual with the heater
after installation is complete.
FOR SAFE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION,
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
1. Use only Natural Gas with UVS27RN/MN. Use only
Propane with UVS27RP/MP. Do not use any other
fuels.
2. Install only in accordance with the National Fuel
Gas Code, ANSIZ223.1/NFPA54-latest edition. (Ex-
ception: Do not derate this appliance for altitude.
This appliance has been tested and listed for use
in altitudes up to 10,000 feet.)
3. Use only the installation instructions provided by
the manufacturer for this appliance. Installation
and repair should be done by a qualified installer,
preferably NFI or WETT (Canada) certified. The
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 material,
etc. It is imperative that control compartments,
burners and circulating air passageways of the ap-
pliance be kept clean.
4. WARNING: Any change to this heater or its con-
trols can be dangerous. DO NOT make modifica-
tions to any heater or associated parts.
5. DO NOT install this heater in a bedroom or bath-
room.
6. Due to high surface temperatures, DO NOT install
this heater
• in a recreational vehicle,
• where curtains, furniture, clothing or other
flammable objects are less than 36 inches from
the front, top or sides of the heater,
• in high traffic areas,
• in windy or drafty areas.
7. DO NOT place clothing or other flammable mate-
rial on or near the appliance.
8. DO NOT obstruct the top grille at all. Doing so will
cause high levels of carbon monoxide that will
lead to death.
9. This heater needs fresh, outside air ventilation to
operate properly. See Fresh Air Requirements on
pages 6 and 7.
10. If heater shuts off, heater may not have enough
fresh air ventilation. Provide more fresh air. If
heater keeps shutting off, refer to Troubleshoot-
ing.
11. DO NOT operate this heater
• where flammable liquids or vapors are used
or stored
• under dusty conditions.
12. The heater becomes very hot when operating.
Alert children and adults to stay away from hot
surfaces to avoid burns or clothing ignition. The
heater will remain hot for a time after shutdown.
Allow surface to cool before touching.
13. Carefully supervise young children when they are
in the room with the heater.
14. Do not use the heater if any part has been ex-
posed to or under water. Immediately call a quali-
fied 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.
15. DO NOT operate the heater if any log is broken or
damaged.
16. Turn heater off and let cool before servicing. Only
a qualified service person should service and
repair heater.
17. DO NOT operate this appliance with the safety
screen removed. If the safety screen is removed
from the appliance for service or cleaning, it must
be replaced before operating the heater.
NOTE: If any of the original wire as supplied with the ap-
pliance must be replaced, it must be replaced with a wire
of at least 105°F temperature rating.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early signs of carbon
monoxide poisoning resemble the flu, with headaches,
dizziness, or nausea. If you have these signs, the heater
may not be working properly. Get fresh air at once! Have
the heater serviced. Some people are more affected by
carbon monoxide than others. These include pregnant
women, people with heart or lung disease or anemia,
those under the influence of alcohol, and those at high
altitudes.
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
MAY LEAD TO DEATH!

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Shell Dimensions
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Fig. 1 UVS27 freestanding shell dimensions.
Freestanding Stove
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Hearthmount specs
1/02
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(140 mm)
25"
(641 mm)
26"
(673 mm)
"
(416 mm)
5004
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Freestanding specs
1/02
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(229 mm)
26"
(680 mm)
25"
(635 mm)
3"
(76 mm)
Valve Inlet
14"
(368 mm)
Valve Inlet
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Hearth Requirements
The Freestanding Stove and Hearthmount Shell must
be installed on rigid flooring. If the appliance is installed
on any combustible surface other than wood flooring,
such as carpet or tile, a metal or wood panel must be
installed to extend the full length and width of the unit.
• Do not install this heater in a bathroom or bed-
room.
• Installation of this heater must conform with local
codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 / NFPA54.
• This heater creates warm air currents. These
currents move heat to wall surfaces next to the
heater. Installing the heater next to vinyl or cloth
wall coverings or operating the heater where im-
purities in the air such as tobacco smoke exist,
may discolor walls.
• Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger
insert or other accessory not approved for use
with this heater.
Clearance Requirements
Minimum Clearances to
Combustible Materials
Maintain clearance, (empty space), between combus-
tible materials and the heater as specified below for the
appropriate firebox shell being installed.
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Hearthmount
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A: Mantel/Trim* ......................... 35” (889 mm) / 2” (51 mm)
B: Side Wall/Trim* ............................................. 2” (51 mm)
C: Rear Wall ....................................................... 0” (0 mm)
D: Max. Mantel Width ................................... 13” (330 mm)
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Alcove Clearances
A: Ceiling ...................................................... 35” (889 mm)
B: Side Wall ...................................................... 2” (51 mm)
C: Rear Wall ....................................................... 0” (0 mm)
D: Max. Alcove Depth ................................... 13” (330 mm)
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Ref. Shelf Depth Ref. Stove Top
A 13” (330mm) S 35” (889 mm)
B 11¹⁄₄” (286 mm) T 30” (762 mm)
C 9³⁄₈” (241 mm) U 25” (635 mm)
D 7¹⁄₂” (191 mm) V 20” (508 mm)
E 5³⁄₄” (146 mm) W 15” (381 mm)
F 4” (102 mm) X 10” (254 mm)
G 2¹⁄₄” (57 mm) Y 5” (127 mm)
H 1” (25 mm) Z 2” (51 mm)