White Mountain Hearth VFP32FP(20 Quick start guide
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER'S MANUAL
UNVENTED
GAS FIREPLACE
MODELS
VFP32FP(20,21)L(N,P)-1
VFP32FP(30,31)L(N,P)-1
VFP36FP(20,21)L(N,P)-1
VFP36FP(30,31)L(N,P)-1
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.
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gen) from the room in which it is installed. Provisions
for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be
provided. Refer to page 7.
WATER VAPOR:ABY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED
ROOM HEATERS
Water vapor is a by-product of gas combustion. An
unvented room heaterproduces approximately one (1)
ounce (30ml) of water for every 1,000 BTU's (.3KW's)
of gas input per hour. Refer to page 7.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket,
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.
The Vail Vent-Free Gas Fireplaces
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ble vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
use any phone in your building.
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas suppli-
er’s instructions.
— Installation and service must be performed
gas supplier.
WARNING: If the information in these in-
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plosion may result causing property damage,
personal injury or loss of life.
Installer: Leave this manual with the appli-
ance.
Consumer:Retain this manual for future refer-
ence.
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SECTION PAGE
Important Safety Information.................................................................................................3
Safety Information for Users of LP Gas.................................................................................4
Introduction ............................................................................................................................5
..........................................................................................................................6
Water Vapor: A By-Product of Unvented Room Heaters .......................................................7
Provisions for Adequate Combustion and Ventilation Air ................................................ 7-8
Gas Supply ....................................................................................................................... 9-10
Clearances ...........................................................................................................................10
Combustible Materials .........................................................................................................11
Fireplace Dimensions...........................................................................................................12
Installing Hood and Trim Kit ...............................................................................................13
Planning Installation.............................................................................................................13
Fireplace Framing and Installation.......................................................................................14
Placement of Glowing Embers and Lava Rock....................................................................15
Operation Instructions/Flame Appearance ...........................................................................16
VFP(32,36)FP(30,31)L Lighting Instructions .....................................................................17
VFP(32,36)FP(20,21)L Lighting Instructions .....................................................................18
Pilot Flame Characteristics............................................................................................. 19-20
Wiring ..................................................................................................................................20
Maintenance .........................................................................................................................20
Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................. 21
Parts List...............................................................................................................................22
Parts View ............................................................................................................................23
How To Order Repair Parts ..................................................................................................23
Optional Variable Speed Blower Installation Instructions ............................................. 24-25
Junction Box Wiring Installation Instructions......................................................................26
Optional Brick Liner Installation Instructions......................................................................26
Service Notes........................................................................................................................27
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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When used without adequate combustion and ventilation air,
heater may give off CARBON MONOXIDE, an odorless, poi-
sonous 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.
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
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
WARNING
more than 6,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a
bathroom
than 10,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bedroom
or bathroom.
surface temperature and should stay away to avoid burns
or clothing ignition.
are in the same room with the appliance.
near the appliance.
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.
use this room heater if any part has been under
inspect the room heater and to replace any part of the
control system and any gas control which has been under
water.
place. Do not close glass doors while operating heater.
during operation.
components of this appliance are treated with certain
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.
location of the heaterand annual cleaning are necessary to
avoid potential problems with sooting. Sooting, resulting
from improper installation or operation, can settle on
installation.
patterns.
insert or other accessory not approved for use with this
heater.
sensor) which will shut down the heater if adequate fresh
air is not available. See troubleshooting section in the
instructions.
liquids.
of the burner(s) clean may result in sooting and property
damage.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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Some people cannot smell well. Some people cannot smell the
can smell the odorant in propane. Smoking can decrease your
ability to smell. Being around an odor for a time can affect your
sensitivity or ability to detect that odor. Sometimes other odors
in the area mask the gas odor. People may not smell the gas odor
or their minds are on something else. Thinking about smelling a
gas odor can make it easier to smell.
The odorant in LP-gas is colorless, and it can fade under some
circumstances. For example, if there is an underground leak, the
in LP-Gas also are subject to oxidation. This fading can occur if
there is rust inside the storage tank or in iron gas pipes.
The odorant in escaped gas can adsorb or absorb onto or into walls,
masonry and other materials and fabrics in a room. That will take
some of the odorant out of the gas, reducing its odor intensity.
LP-Gas may stratify in a closed area, and the odor intensity could
vary at different levels. Since it is heavier than air, there may be
more odor at lower levels. Always be sensitive to the slightest gas
odor. If you detect any odor, treat it as a serious leak. Immediately
go into action as instructed earlier.
and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and
colorless. You may not know all the following safety precau-
tions which can protect both you and your family from an
accident. Read them carefully now, then review them point
by point with the members of your household. Someday when
there may not be a minute to lose, everyone's safety will depend
on knowing exactly what to do. If, after reading the following
information, you feel you still need more information, please
contact your gas supplier.
Learn to recognize the odor of LP-gas. Your local LP-Gas
Dealer can give you a "Scratch and Sniff" pamphlet. Use it
that your LP-Gas has a weak or abnormal odor, call your
LP-Gas Dealer.
service, or make adjustments to appliances on the LP-Gas
of LP-Gas prior to and while lighting pilot lights or perform-
ing service or making adjustments.
smell that can cover up the LP-Gas odor. Do not try to light
pilot lights, perform service, or make adjustments in an area
where the conditions are such that you may not detect the
odor if there has been a leak of LP-Gas.
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
out of service for a time may develop internal rust which will
cause odor fade. If such conditions are suspected to exist, a
periodic sniff test of the gas is advisable. If you have any
question about the gas odor, call your LP-gas dealer. A
periodic sniff test of the LP-gas is a good safety measure
under any condition.
think you should, assume you have a leak. Then take the same
immediate action recommended above for the occasion when
you do detect the odorized LP-Gas.
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der no vapor pressure), turn the tank valve off immediately.
If the container valve is left on, the container may draw in
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
phone. Do not do anything that could ignite the gas.
that IMMEDIATELY.
as basements. When you have reason to suspect a gas leak,
keep out of basements and other low areas. Stay out until
continue to smell gas, do not turn on the gas again. Do not
re-enter the building, vehicle, trailer, or area.
gas. Have them air out the area before you return. Properly
trained LP-Gas service people should repair the leak, then
check and relight the gas appliance for you.
SOME POINTS TO REMEMBER
NO ODOR DETECTED - ODOR FADE
LP-GAS WARNING ODOR
If a gas leak happens, you should be able to smell the gas because of the odorant put in the LP-Gas.
That's your signal to go into immediate action!
SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS
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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
be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and
depth of the appliance.
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-
Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equipment
or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be
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
Massachusetts.
room heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy of 527
CMR 30 upon sale of the unit.
In the Sate of Massachusetts, unvented propane and natural
bathrooms.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence
of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.*
*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc. 1430 Broadway,
New York, N.Y. 10018.
High Altitudes
For altitudes/elevations above 2,000 feet (610m), ratings should be
reduced at the rate of 4 percent for each 1,000 feet (305m) above
sea level. Contact the manufacturer or your gas company before
Well Head Gas Installations
Some natural gas utilities use "well head" gas. This may affect the
Btu output of the unit. Contact the gas company for the heating
value. Contact the manufacturer or your gas company before
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.
with unvented room heater.
3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate unvented
room heater.
Always consult your local Building Department regarding
regulations, codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of
an unvented room heater.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* manufactured
(mobile) home, where not prohibited by state or local codes.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from
the manufacturer.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on
the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with
other gases.
WARNING: ANY CHANGE TO THIS HEATER OR ITS
CONTROLS CAN BE DANGEROUS.
Improper installation or use of the heater can cause serious
monoxide poisoning.
National Standard Z21.11.2 by the Canadian StandardsAssociation
Laboratories as an Unvented Room Heater and should be installed
according to these instructions.
Any alteration of the original design, installed other than as
shown in these instructions or use with a type of gas not shown on
the rating plate is the responsibility of the person and company
making the change.
VFP(32,36)FP(30,31)L Only
750 Millivolt System
When you ignite the pilot, the thermocouple produces millivolts
(electrical current) which energizes the magnet in the gas valve.
After 30 seconds to 1 minute time period you can release the gas
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
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
Notice:
INTRODUCTION
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Model VFP32FP VFP36FP
Input Maximum 32,000 36,000
Minimum 22,000 25,000
Minimum Firebox Opening
Height without standoff 32 3/4" 34 3/4"
Width 34” 39”
Depth 17 3/8" 17 3/8”
Gas Inlet 3/8” 3/8”
Accessories
EK-1 Embers Kit
PE-20 Platinum Embers
FBB4* Variable Speed Automatic Blower
VPP32A VFP32FP — Ceramic Aged Brick Liner
VPP36A VFP36FP — Ceramic Aged Brick Liner
Accessories For VFP(32,36)FP(30,31) Only
FRBC Battery Operated Remote Control
FRBTC Battery Operated Remote Control w/Thermostat
FREC Electric Remote Control
FWS Wall Switch
TMV Wall Thermostat, Millivolt - Reed Switch
TRW Remote Wall Thermostat
*FBB4 is standard (installed) on VFP(32,36)FP(21,31)
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
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.
to help lower the water vapor content of the air.
3. Do not use an unvented room heater as the primary heat
source.
tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate
combustion and ventilation air.
as a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per
hour (4.8m3per kw) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances
volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8m3
per kw) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in
that space. Rooms communicating directly with the space in which
the appliances are installed, through openings not furnished with
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.
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
penetrations for plumbing, electrical, and gas lines, and at
other openings.
Ifyourhomemeets allofthethree criteriaabove,youmustprovide
additional fresh air. See “Ventilation Air From Outdoors,”
page 8.
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
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
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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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
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
If the actual BTU/Hr used is less than the maximum BTU/Hr the
no additional fresh air ventilation.
WARNING: You must provide additional ventilation air
Ventilation Air
Ventilation Air From Inside Building (Figure 1)
provide two permanent openings: one within 12" of the ceiling
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
Figure 1
WARNING: Rework worksheet, adding the space of the
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
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 (continued)
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Check all local codes for requirements, especially for the size and
type of gas supply line required.
Recommended Gas Pipe Diameter
Pipe Length Schedule 40 Pipe
Inside Diameter
Tubing, Type L
Outside Diameter
Nat. L.P. Nat. L.P.
0-10 feet
0-3 meters
1/2”
12.7mm
3/8”
9.5mm
1/2”
12.7mm
3/8”
9.5mm
10-40 feet
4-12 meters
1/2”
12.7mm
1/2”
12.7mm
5/8”
15.9mm
1/2”
12.7mm
40-100 feet
13-30 meters
1/2”
12.7mm
1/2”
12.7mm
3/4”
19mm
1/2”
12.7mm
100-150 feet
31-46 meters
3/4”
19mm
1/2”
12.7mm
7/8”
22.2mm
3/4”
19mm
Note:
codes allow copper tubing or galvanized.
Note: Since some municipalities have additional local codes, it is
always best to consult your local authority and installation code.
Installing a New Main Gas Cock
Each appliance should have its own manual gas cock.
A manual main gas cock should be located in the vicinity of
the unit. Where none exists, or where its size or location is not
adequate, contact your local authorized installer for installation
or relocation.
Compounds used on threaded joints of gas piping shall be resistant
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.
be disconnected from piping at inlet of control valve and pipe
capped or plugged for pressure test. Never pressure test with
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:
— ANSZ21.24ApplianceConnectors ofCorrugatedMetalTubing
and Fittings
— ANS Z21.45 Assembled Flexible Appliance Connectors of
Other Than All-Metal Construction
The above connectors may be used if acceptable by the authority
appliance connector cannot exceed three feet in length.
Figure 3
GAS SUPPLY
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Minimum Wall and Ceiling Clearances (Figure 4)
to any combustible wall should not be less than 2".
sides and back have zero clearance to combustibles.
Ceiling Clearances: The ceiling height should not be less than 36"
from the top of the hood.
must meet the clearance requirements detailed above.
Figure 4
2”
36”
COMBUSTIBLES
ALLOWED
MANTEL
HOOD
2”
7”
4”
9 3/4”
4 1/4”
6”
12 ½”
8”
15 1/4”
18”
10”
12”
Figure 5
Mantel Clearances (Figure 5)
Checking Manifold Pressure
VFP(32,36)FP(30,31)LN (Natural gas) will have a manifold
pressure of approximately 3.5" w.c. (.871kPa) for maximum input or
1.7" w.c.(.423kPa) for minimum inputat thepressureregulatoroutlet
with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum
of 4.5" w.c. (1.120kPa) for the purpose of input adjustment to a
maximum of 10.5" w.c. (2.614kPa). VFP(32,36)FP(20,21)LN
(Natural gas) will have a manifold pressure of approximately 6.0"
w.c. (1.49kPa) at the pressure regulator outlet with the inlet pressure
to the pressure regulator from a minimum of 7.0" w.c. (1.74kPa)
for the purpose of input adjustment to a maximum of 10.5" w.c.
(2.615kPa). VFP(32,36)FP(30,31)LP (Propane gas) will have a
manifold pressure approximately 10.0"w.c. (2.49kPa) for maximum
input or 4.9"w.c. (1.220kPa) for minimum input at the pressure
regulator outlet with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator
from a minimum of 11.0"w.c. (2.739kPa) for the purpose of input
adjustment to a maximum of 13.0"w.c. (3.237kPa).
VFP(32,36)FP(20,21)LP (Propane gas) will have a manifold
pressure approximately 10.0"w.c. (2.49kPa) at the pressure
regulator outlet with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator
from a minimum of 11.0"w.c. (2.739kPa) for the purpose of input
adjustment to a maximum of 13.0"w.c. (3.237kPa).
A test gage connection is located downstream of the gas appliance
pressure regulator for measuring gas pressure. The connection is a
1/8 inch (3mm) N.P.T. plugged tapping.
VFP(32,36)FP(30,31) 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
to re-seal. Do not over torque. Check for gas leaks.
GAS SUPPLY (continued)
CLEARANCES
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.
Figure 6
No greeting cards, stockings or ornamentation of any type should
Figure 7
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
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JUNCTION BOX
ASSEMBLY
C
Figure 8
VFP32FP VFP36FP
A34" 39"
B29" 34"
C17 3/8" 17 3/8"
D31" 36"
E22 7/8" 24 7/8"
F32 3/4" 34 3/4"
G44 7/16" 48"
H44 7/16" 48"
I55 7/8" 60 7/8"
J35 3/4" 37 3/4"
FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS
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A black hood and trim kit is furnished with each model
Attention: The hood is located behind top louver during shipment
1. To remove top louver, lift louver and pull forward.
2. Open bottom louver.
Attach (4) Phillips screws through bottom and top clearance
See Figure 9.
the (3) clearance holes in the trim top downward. Align the
(3) clearance holes with the (3) screw holes in the top, interior
7. Close bottom louver.
8. Replace top louver
Figure 9
Finishing
All joints (top, bottom and sides), where the wall or decorative
sealed with a non-combustible material.
Hearth extensions are recommended, not a requirement for these
determine where the unit is to be installed and whether optional
accessories are desired. Gas supply piping should also be planned
at this time.
2. A raised platform of combustible or non-combustible
material.
perimeter edges on the bottom of the unit.
(Example: Four (4) concrete masonry blocks.)
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
has not been done, stop and consult your dealer for assistance with
this planning.
INSTALLING HOOD AND TRIM KIT
PLANNING INSTALLATION
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prepunched holes. Additional hole locations will be used for
Use at least one (1) nail per tab to secure in place.
Attention:
mantel base.
Figure 12
place. Framing should be positioned to accommodate wall covering
constructed of 2 x 4 lumber or heavier.
Figure 11
Figure 10
VFP32FP VFP36FP
"A" 36 1/4" 38 1/4"
"B" 34 1/2" 39 1/2"
"C" 17 7/8" 17 7/8"
NAILOR OTHER SUITABLE FASTENER
FIREPLACE FRAMING AND INSTALLATION
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Placement of the glowing embers (rock wool) is very individual
and light coverage of the areas indicated will provide your best
effects. We recommend separation of the rock wool by hand and
Place just enough embers on the burner to obtain the glow and a
Do not place embers (rock wool) over large ports in rear portion
of burner.
A thin layer of glowing embers (rock wool) should be placed under
open space between the right and left middle logs.
Rock wool should not be placed in the area of the pilot assembly.
Replacement of loose material (glowing embers) must be purchased
from Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. Application of excess loose
material (glowing embers) may adversely affect performance of the
heater. WARNING: All previously applied loose material must be
removed prior to reapplication.
Refer to Log Instruction Manual to order loose material (rock
wool).
Placing Lava Rock in Front of Burner on Fireplace Floor
The lava rocks are for decorative effect and are not required for
ATTENTION: DO NOT PLACE LAVA ROCKS ON
BURNER, LOGS OR ROCK WOOL. THE LAVA ROCKS
SHOULD ONLY BE PLACED ON THE FIREPLACE
FLOOR.
PLACEMENT OF GLOWING EMBERS AND LAVA ROCK
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Flames from the pilot (rear right back side of the pan burner) as
is installed.
NOTE:
go up and down.
Glowing embers (rock wool) can cover the pan burner in between
the front and middle logs, but very little is necessary to cover this
orange and stringy. Apply just enough to obtain slow glow and a
During manufacturing, fabricating and shipping, various
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.
attachment.
controls, piezo covers and grate. Don’t remove ceramic media
from inside burner box.
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.
particles with vacuum or brush. Failure to keep air intake hole
clean will result in sooting and poor combustion.
intake holes.
up to the level of openings in burner top.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS/FLAME APPEARANCE
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A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by
hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions
exactly.
B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
Do not use any phone in your building.
phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
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
or explosion.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water.
the appliance and to replace any part of the control system
and any gas control which has been under water.
1. Open bottom louver assembly.
2. Set REMOTE/OFF/ON switch to "OFF."
3. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be
performed (if applicable).
4. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise
to "OFF." Do not force.
5. Close bottom louver assembly.
1. STOP! Read the safety information label.
2. Open bottom louver assembly.
3. Set REMOTE/OFF/ON switch to
"OFF."
4. Turn off all electric power to the
appliance (if applicable).
5. Push in gas control knob slightly and
turn clockwise to "OFF."
NOTE: Knob cannot be turned from
"PILOT" to "OFF" unless knob is pushed in
slightly. Do not force.
6. Wait ten (10) minutes to clear out any gas.
Then smell for gas, including near
Follow "B" in the safety informa-
tion above. If you do not smell gas,
go to the next step.
7. Find pilot - Follow metal tube from
gas control. The pilot is behind the
burner on the right side.
8. Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to "PI-
LOT."
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.
or gas supplier.
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 appli-
cable).
13. 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)
VFP(32,36)FP(30,31) LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
WARNING:-
ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
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1. Set thermostat (gas control knob) to lowest setting.
2. Turn off all electric power to appliance if service is to be
performed (if applicable).
3. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise
to "OFF". Do not force.
1. STOP! Read the safety information above.
2. Set thermostat (gas control knob) to lowest setting.
3. Turn off all electric power to the appliance (if applicable).
4. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise
to "OFF". Do not force.
5. Wait ten (10) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for
go to the next step.
6. Find pilot - the pilot is in front of the rear log.
7. Turn gas control knob
counterclockwise to
"PILOT."
8. Push in gas control knob all the
wayandholdin. Repeatedlypush
the piezo ignitor button until pi-
lot is lit (or use a match to light pilot). Continue to hold the
control knob in for about one (1) minute after the pilot is lit.
Release knob and it will pop back up. Pilot should remain
lit. If it goes out, repeat steps 4 through 8.
call your service technician or gas supplier.
control knob to "OFF" and call your service technician or
gas supplier.
9. Attention! Gas control has an INTERLOCK latching device.
When the pilot is initially lit and the safety magnet is ener-
gized (pilot stays "ON") the INTERLOCK latching device
becomes operative. If the gas control is turned to the "OFF"
cannot be relighted until the safety magnet is de-energized
(approximately 60 seconds). There will be an audible "click"
when the safety magnet in the gas control is de-energized.
Pilot can now be relighted. Repeat steps 4 through 8.
10. Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to "5".
11. Turn on all electric power to appliance (if applicable).
12. Set thermostat (gas control knob) to desired setting from "5"
to "1".
A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by
hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions
exactly.
B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
Do not use any phone in your building.
phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
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
or explosion.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water.
the appliance and to replace any part of the control system
and any gas control which has been under water.
VFP(32,36)FP(20,21) LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
WARNING:-
ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
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cause the thermocouple to cool. When the thermocouple cools, the
heater will shut down.
VFP(32,36)FP(30,31) PILOT
Correct Pilot Flame Pattern
Figure 13
Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern
Figure 14
VFP(32,36)FP(20,21) PILOT
Correct Pilot Flame Pattern
Figure 15
Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern
Figure 16
PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS
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Figure 17
Warning:
Never use needles, wires, or similar cylindrical objects to
clean the pilot to avoid damaging the calibrated ruby that
Cleaning and Pilot Maintenance
Oxygen Depletion Sensor Pilot (Figure 17)
Depletion Sensor as follows:
1. Clean the ODS pilot by loosening nut B from the pilot tubing.
When this procedure is required, grasp nut A with an open end
wrench.
2. Blow air pressure through the holes indicated by the arrows.
This will blow out foreign materials such as dust, lint and spider
webs. Tighten nut B also by grasping nut A.
Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls.
Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify
proper operation after servicing.
Millivolt thermopile is self powered, gas valve does not require
110 volts. Maximum length of 20 feet of 16 AWG to conductor
wires is to be used with all optional switches.
Use the two leads (Red and Green) to attach optional
components.
Check 750 Millivolt System Operation
Millivolt system and all individual components may be checked
with a millivolt meter 0-1000 MV range.
Remote Receiver
Use the following steps to place the remote receiver adjacent to
the gas valve.
Attention: The remote receiver bracket is not used in this
installation.
1. The remote receiver can not be placed behind the gas valve
and burner assembly.
2. When facing the appliance, the remote receiver must be placed
to the right of the gas valve.
Install remote control receiver behind bottom louver.
Refer to remote control installation and operating instructions for
more details on remote control.
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 rating plate of the
log set.
Screens should be closed during operation.
Figure 18
REMOTE/OFF/ON SWITCH
A DISTANCE/FERME/OUVERT
INTERRUPTEUR
IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL WIRE
AS SUPPLIED WITH THIS UNIT
MUST BE REPLACED, IT MUST BE
REPLACED WITH NUMBER 18, 150°C
WIRE OR ITS EQUIVALENT.
SI UN DES FILS ELECTRIQUES
ORIGINAUX, VENANT DU FABRICANT
AVEC CETTE UNITE, DOIT ETRE
REMPLACE, VOUS DEVEZ LE
REMPLACER AVEC UN FIL
ELECTRIQUE DE NUMERO 18,
150 °CDUL'EQUIVALENT.
THERMOPILE
GAS VA L V E
THERMOCOUPLE
(NATURAL)
OFF
ON
REMOTE
(OPTIONAL) REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER
(FACULTATIVE) CONTROLEEDISTANCE
DU RECEPTEUR
(OPTIONAL) WALL SWITCH
INTERRUPTEUR MURAL
(FACULTATIVE)
(OPTIONAL) THERMOSTAT
(FACULATIVE) THERMOSTAT
WIRING DIAGRAM
GAS VA L V E
VA L V EDE GAZ
REMOTE/OFF/ON SWITCH
A DISTANCE/OUVERT/
FERME INTERRUPTEUR
REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER/
THERMOSTAT / CONTROLE E
DISTANCE DU RECEPTEUR
H N
VEILLEUSE
PILOT
THERMOCOUPLE
(LPG)
WIRING
MAINTENANCE
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