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1. INSTALLER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION Please read this manual before installing and using appliance WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury of loss of life Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS e 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 form a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e 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 Installer Leave this manual with the consumer Consumer Retain this manual for future reference VERMONT astingd Unvented Gas Fired Room Heater Blue Flame Heaters Models VCBV30MN VCBV30MP 30 000 Btu Hr Manual VCBV20MN VCBV20MP 20 000 Btu Hr Manual VCBV10MN VCBV10MP 10 000 Btu Hr Manual Plaque Heaters VCPV30MN VCPV30MP 30 000 Btu Hr Manual VCPV18MN VCPV18MP 18 000 Btu Hr Manual VCPV10MN VCPV10MP 10 000 Btu Hr Manual VCPVOG6MN VCPVO6MP 6 000 Btu Hr Manual User s Operation and Installation Manual 20003769 8 02 Rev 1 Vermont Castings VCBVMN MP amp VCPVMN MP Room Heate
2. Heater produces a clicking noise just after burner is lit or turned off Gas odor even when control 1 Gas leaks Refer to front page knob is in OFF position Warnings 2 Gas control defective Gas odor during combustion ports 2 Heater burning vapors form paint impurities in air 3 Gas leaks refer to front page Warnings Heater shuts off on ODS 2 Low gas pressure 3 ODS pilot partially clogged Maintenance Dust lint cobwebs or debris may affect heater perfor mance The heater draws air into it during normal operation and in the process dust lint or debris may be drawn in also It is important to keep the burner gas control and combustion and circulating air passage ways clean Inspect or have these areas inspected annually at the beginning of the heating season by a qualified service person Depending on the surround ings the room heater may require frequent cleaning due to excessive lint or debris Before cleaning ensure the gas supply is off and the gas control knob is in the OFF position Make sure the heater is cool WARNING Danger of bodily injury If fan assembly accessory is used turn off power supply at discon nect switch or service panel before removing any access panels from heater 1 Metal expanding and contracting 1 Foreign matter in gas or on burner 1 Not enough fresh air is available This is common with heaters If noise is excessive contact a qualified serv
3. 000 VCBV20MP_ ee OMP ee VCPV18MN 8MN ee Deraan EELEE 8MP VCPV10MP VCPVO6MP_ 8 0 w c Natural 6 0 w c 10 0 w c Inlet Gas Supply Size Pressure of Heater Weight 27 x 24 x 8 19 x 227 x BY 15 x 20746 x 7 27 x 24 x 81 30 Ibs 19 x 2274 x 8 2 a X 20746 x 7 27 x 24 x 8 30 ibs 1936 x 22 x 812 15 2 x 207 x 7 15 x 20 x 774 27 x 24 x 81 30 Ibs 1994 x 2274 x 8 2 15 x 20 x 77 17 lbs 15 x 20 x 77 17 Ibs 7 0 w c 10 5 w c 11 0 w c 14 0 w c 7 0 w c 110 5 w c 11 0 w c 14 0 w c NOTES For altitudes above 2 000 feet reduce the input ratings Btu Hr 4 for each 1 000 feet above sea level DO NOT USE THIS HEATER AT AN ELEVATION ABOVE 4 500 FEET Gas Control Frame Body Assembly VCBVMN MP Fig 1 Product identification Local Codes VCBV30 VCBV20 VCBV10 VCPV30 VCPV18 VCPV10 VCPV06 Certified to ANSI Z21 11 2b 2002 Unvented Heaters Install and use heater with care Follow all local codes In the absence of local codes use the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 2 also know as NFPA54 Available from Front Panel Pa Gas Control Grille y Assembly Product Features Safety Device This heater has a pilot with an Oxygen Depletion Sensor shutt off system ODS
4. Assembly 2RHO0006 RCW13XxX0 RCW12XX0 RCW11XX0 8 Ceramic Plate 3D0310 RCC03XX0 RCC01XA0 RCC01XA0 9 Frame Body Assembly RBW32PB0 RBW32PB0 RBW27PB0 RBW20PB0 10 Knob Valve RB104XX0 RBI04XX0 RBI04XX0 RBI04XX0 11 Leg Rear RB105XX0 RBI05XX0 RBI05XX0 RBI05XX0 12 Link Valve RCP13XE0 RCP13XE0 RCP13XD0 RCP13XCO 13 Fix Pin Link RCS01XX0 RCS01XX0 RCS01XX0 RSC01XX0 14a Gas Control Daemyeong Korea DMV100PHB DMV200PA DMV300PA DMV300PA 15 Tubing Inlet Assembly RCT65XX0 RCT65XX0 RCT51XX0 RCT37XX0 16 Tubing Outlet A Assembly 3RH0005 RCT66XX0 RCT52XX0 RCT38XX0 17 Tubing Outlet B Assembly RCT67XX0 RCT53XX0 RCTO9XX0O 18 Tubing Outlet BL Assembly RCT40XX0 19 Tubing Outlet BR Assembly RCT41XX0 Vermont Castings VCBVMN MP amp VCPVMN MP Room Heaters VC PVM N M P continued Item Model Number VCPVO6MN MP VCPV10MN MP VCPV18MN MP VCPV30MN MP 20 Tubing Outlet C Assembly RCT54XX0 RCT12XX0 21 Tubing Outlet CL Assembly RCT13XX0 22 Tubing Outlet CR Assembly RCT14XX0 23 Manifold C RCD02XX0 24 Tubing ODS Assembly RCT63XX0 RCT63XX0 RCT59 RCT45 25a ODS Pilot Assembly Daemyeong Korea Natural DS99PNO3 DS98PNO01 DS98PNO01 DS98PNO01 25b ODS Pilot Assembly Daemyeong Korea LP DS98PL01B DS98PL01 DS98PL01 DS98PL01 26a Main Nozzle Natural RCM02XGO RCM02XD0 RCM02XB0 RCM02XA0 26b Main Nozzle LP RCM02XB0 RCM02XE0 RCM02XC0 RCM02X
5. Majestic Products Company warrants this product to be free form defects in materi als and components for two 2 years from the date of first purchase provided that the product has been properly installed operated and maintained in accor dance with all applicable instructions To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser This warranty covers the cost of part s required to restore this heater to proper operating condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a Vermont Castings authorized dealer distributor Warranty part s MUST be obtained through authorized dealers of this product and or Vermont Castings Majes tic Products who will provide original factory replace ment parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty The heater MUST be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with all local codes and instructions furnished with the unit This warranty does not apply to parts that are not in original condition because of normal wear and tear or parts that fail or become damaged as a result of misuse accidents lack of proper maintenance or defects caused by improper installation Travel diag nostic cost labor transportation and any and all such other costs related to repairing defective heater will be the responsibility of the owner TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THE LAW OF T
6. ignitor cable if damaged replace 4 Connect cable to electrode 1 Turn gas supply on 2 Turn control knob to pilot position 3 Press in control while in pilot position 4 Call a qualified service technician 5 Purge gas lines and repeat ignition operation 1 After ODS pilot lights keep control knob pressed in approximately 30 seconds 2 Wait one minute repeat ignition operation 3 Contact your gas company gas supplier or qualified service technician 4 Replace thermocouple 5 Hand tight until snug then tighten 1 4 turn with a wrench 6 Replace gas control Burner does not light after ODS S Burner orifice clogged 1 Clean burner orifice pilot is lit 2 Gas supply pressure is very low 2 Contact gas supplier ean main burner ports 2 Contact gas supplier Burner backfiring during 1 Burner orifice is clogged 1 operation 2 Burner ports damaged 1 Not enough air Clean burner orifice 2 Replace burner 1 Check air passageways and burner for dirt and debris Refer to Maintenance section 1 Replace burner 2 Contact local gas supplier 3 Turn control knob until it locks at desired setting 1 Will stop after a few hours of operation 1 Check minimum installation clearances and air passageways for debris 2 Operate burner until the air is completely purged Vermont Castings VCBVMN MP amp VCPVMN MP Room Heaters Troubleshooting continued Possible Gauss Solution
7. B0 27 Connector B RCM01XX0 RCM01XX0 RCM01XX0 RCM01XX0 28a Pressure Regulator Daemyeong Korea Natural DR40M3PN DR40M2PN DR40M3PN DR40M5PN 28b Pressure Regulator Daemyeong Korea LP DR40M3PL DR40M2PL DR40M3PL DR40M5PL 29 Rear Radiant Heat Shield 10003986 10003985 30 Shield RBP84 RBP84 RBP101 RBP104 Accessories The following accessories are available from your local Vermont Castings dealer Each accessory comes with a separate installation instruction Be sure to read each instruction thoroughly before installing Description Model Number Manual Fan Kit FMA F Thermostat Fan Kit FMA FT Contact Vermont Castings Majestic Products with questions concerning prices and policies covering replacement parts Parts may be ordered through you Vermont Castings distributor or dealer You will need the following information when ordering replacemet parts the appliance model number the serial number and e a description of the part Should you need additional information beyond what your dealer can furnish contact Vermont Castings Majestic Products 410 Admiral Blvd Mississauga Ontario Canada L5T 2N6 Telephone 905 670 7777 Model and serial numbers are listed on the rating plate located on right side of heater Record your model and serial numbers here for future reference Model Serial 15 Warranty Service and Limited Warranty The Vermont Castings
8. HE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY EX CLUDES ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED WAR RANTIES AND LIMITS THE DURATION OF ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRAN TIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO TWO 2 YEARS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST PURCHASE AND THE VER MONT CASTINGS MAJESTIC PRODUCTS COMPANY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation on implied warranties or exclusion or limita tion on damages may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state Always specify model and serial number when commu nicating with the factory Vermont Castings Majestic Products 410 Admiral Blvd Mississauga Ontario e Canada L5T 2N6 905 670 7777 www majesticproducts com www vermontcastings com Vermont Castings Majestic Products
9. The ODS pilot is a required feature for vent free heaters The ODS pilot shuts off the heater if the normal air oxygen content is reduced to 18 Piezo Ignition System This heater has a piezo ignitor This system requires no matches batteries or other sources to light the heater American National Standards Institute Inc 1430 Broadway New York NY 10018 National Fire Protection Association Inc Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 W Vermont Castings VCBVMN MP amp VCPVMN MP Room Heaters Installation Requirements Fresh Air for Combustion and Ventilation WARNING This heater must have fresh air for proper operation If not poor fuel combustion could result Read the following instructions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel burning appliances in your home Modern construction standards have resulted in homes that are highly energy efficient and that allow little heat loss Your home needs to breathe however and all fuel burning appliances need fresh air to function properly and safely Exhaust fans clothes dryers fireplaces and other fuel burning appliances all use the air inside the building If the available fresh air supply is insufficient to meet the demands of these appliances problems can result Provide for Adequate Ventilation Any space within a home can be classified in these categories Unusually tight construction The air that leaks around doors and windows may provide eno
10. VCPVMN MP Room Heaters VCBVMN M P continued Item Model Number VCBV10MN MP VCBV20MN MP VCBV30MN MP 14 Tubing ODS Assembly RBT27XX0 RBT21XX0 RBT15XX0 15 Tubing Inlet Assembly RBT26XX0 RBT20XX0 RBT14XX0 16 Leg Front RBI06XX0 RBI06XX0 RBI06XX0 17 Front Panel RBP69PA0 RBP66PA0 RBW22XA0 18 Burner Assembly RBW13XX0 RBWO09XX0 RBW08XX0 19a Burner Support Left RBPO6XA RBPO6XA RBPO6XA 19b Burner Support Right RBPO6XBO RBPO6BO RBPO6BO 20 Frame Body Assembly RBW31PBO RBW31PBO RBW20PBO 21 Leg Rear RB105XX0 RB105XX0 RB108XX0 22 Knob Valve RB104XX0 RB104XX0 RBI04XX0 23 Shield RBP100 RBP101 RBP105 24 Rear Radiant Shield 10003986 10003984 13 Vermont Castings VCBVMN MP amp VCPVMN MP Room Heaters Vermont Castings Majestic Products reserves the right to make changes in design materials specifications prices and discontinue colors and products at any time without notice VCPVMN MP Unvented Room Heater ____Item Model Number _______VCPVO6MN MP______VCPV10MN MP____VCPV18MN MP___ VCPV30MN MP_ 1 Cover Heat Lower RCP10XCO RCP10XCO RCP10XBO RCP10XA0 2 Guard Assembly RBM33XX0 RBW33XX0 RBW30XX0 RBW26XX0 3 Reflector ORHO002 RCP34PX0 RCP33PX0 RCW10XX0 4 Cover Heat Upper RBP61 XA0 RBP61XA0O 5 Leg Front RB106XX0 RBIO6XX0 RBIO6XX0O RBIO6XX0O 6 Front Panel RBP69PA0 RBP69PA0 RBP66PA0 RBP57PA0 7 Burner Body
11. cidental contact gunting Screws 5 Adequate clearance must be available around the air opening Refer to Figure 2 for clearances that must be maintained to the side walls floor and horizontal surface surrounding the heater Fig 3 Use paper template supplied to mark location of mounting holes Be sure template is level i Wall Anchor Method Adjacent Wall When mounting heater to hollow walls wall areas between studs or solid walls concrete or masonry it may be necessary to use wall anchors 1 Place paper template on wall maintaining minimum clearance Be sure template is level Screw Holes 2 Drill holes at marked locations using 5 16 drill bit For solid walls concrete or masonry drill holes at least 1 deep 3 Insert plastic anchor Tap anchor flush to wall Fig 4 A 21 330 mm 30 000 Btu hr Model A 13146 347 mm 18 000 20 000 Btu hr Model 4 Insert screw into wall anchor leaving screw head out 974 251 mm 10 000 Btu hr Model far enough from wall to attach heater Fig 4 97 251 mm 6 000 Btu hr Model S RH100 5 Hang heater on mounting screws in holes provided at the rear of the heater Fig 2 Minimum clearances to floor adjacent walls and ceiling Vermont Castings VCBVMN MP amp VCPVMN MP Room Heaters Fig 4 Wall anchor Floor Installation 1 Heater may only be installed on a noncombustible flat surface Wall mounting screws may be used to k
12. clockwise Ignitor electrode broken to ignition there is no spark at Ignitor cable pinched or broken ODS pilot Ignitor cable not connected to ignitor electrode Gas supply turned off Control knob not in pilot position Control knob not pressed in while in pilot position ODS pilot is clogged Air in gas lines When control knob is pressed in and turned counterclockwise to ignition pilot position there is spark but no ignition ODS pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released Control knob not pressed long enough Safety interlock is triggered Pilot flame not touching the thermo couple Problem could be result of one or both of the following e Partially clogged ODS pilot orifice e Low gas pressure Thermocouple damaged Thermocouple connection loose at gas control valve 6 Gas control valve damaged Delayed ignition 1 Main burner carry over ports clogged 2 Gas supply pressure is very low Yellow flames during burner operation VCBV Burner plaque s does not glow VCPV 1 Plaque s is damaged 2 Inlet gas pressure too low 3 Control knob set between locked positions Slight smoke and odor during 1 Residues from manufacturing initial operation processes Heater produces a whistling noise when burner is lit 1 Air passageways blocked 2 Air in gas line 10 1 Replace ignitor electrode 2 Replace electrode 3 Free
13. d cloth to clean the cabinet casing Vermont Castings VCBVMN MP amp VCPVMN MP Room Heaters The Vermont Castings Majestic Products Company reserves the right to make changes in design materials specifications prices and discontinue colors and products at any time without notice VCBVMN MP Unvented Room Heater Item Model Number VCBV10MN MP VCBV20MN MP VCBV30MN MP 1 Guard Assembly RBW33XX0 RBW30XX0 RBW26XX0 2 Glass Panel RBC02XCO RBC02XBO RBCO02XA0 3 Holder Glass RBP63PCO RBP63PBO RBP63XPAO 4 Reflector RBP71PX0 RBP70PX0O RBW23XX0 5 Cover Heat Upper RBP61XBO RBP61XA0O 6a Pressure Regulator Daemyeong Korea Natural DR40M2PN DR40M2KN DR40M3KN 6b Pressure Regulator Daemyeong Korea LP DR40M2PL DR40M2KL DR40M3KL 7 Nozzle Holder RBM06XX0 RBM06XX0 RBM06XX0 8a ODS Pilot Assembly Daemyeong Korea Natural DS98N02 DS98N02 DS98N02 8b ODS Pilot Assembly Daemyeong Korea LP DS98PL02 DS98PL02 DS98PL02 9 Fix Nut Nozzle Holder RBM08XX0 RBM08XX0 RBM08XX0 10a Main Nozzle Natural RBM07XE RBM07XA RBM07XC 10b Main Nozzle LP RBM07F0 RBM07B0 RBMO07E0 11 Bracket Valve RBP59XX0 RBP59XX0 RBP59XX0 12a Gas Control Daemyeong Korea Natural DMV101PA DMV100PA DMV100PC 12b Gas Control Daemyeong Korea LP DMV101PB DMV100PB DMV100PD 13 Tubing Outlet Assembly RBT28XX0 RBT22XX0 RBT16XX0 12 Vermont Castings VCBVMN MP amp
14. eep heater from side movements 2 Measure heater mounting screw location X as desired above floor Fig 5 3 Use enclosed paper template for proper distance between holes Be sure template is level It may be necessary to use plastic or lead anchors for plaster wall 4 Drill holes at marked locations using 9 64 drill bit 5 Leave screw head out from wall far enough to attach heater Screw Holes X Fae RH107 eee eee t I I I I I I I Li I I I I I I Ly N Fig 5 Optional wall mounting screws for floor installation 6 Connect to Gas Supply Before connecting the appliance turn off all gas appli ances Close the main gas valve at the gas meter or Lp tank Make certain there is good ventilation where the installation will be made Installation should comply with all applicable building codes and ANSI 2223 1 latest edition Use LP gas resistant pipe compound to seal threaded joints An installer supplied design certified gas pressure regulator must be installed to bring the gas supply pressure down to 14 w c WARNING Never connect an unregulated gas line to the heater IMPORTANT Check gas line pressure before connect ing heater to gas line Gas line pressure must not be higher than 14 w c If gas line pressure is higher heater gas pressure regulator damage could occur NOTE The gas line connection can be made with 3 8 black or steel pipe Int
15. ernally tinned copper tubing may be used in certain areas Check your local codes Use pipe of large enough diameter to allow proper gas volume to heater If pipe is too small undue pressure loss will occur CAUTION Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant to liquefied petroleum gases Install sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 6 Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for Pressure Regulator T L DNE Heater Cabinet Ground Joint Tee Joint i Union Reducer Bushing to 1 8 NPT 1 8 NPT Plug Tab Tee Joint ie Pipe Nipple ee Cap Fig 6 Gas line connection Manual Shutt Off Valve Test Gauge Connection 4 From Gas Meter Natural Gas 4 w c to 10 5 w c Pressure LP Gases 11 5 w c to 14 0 w c Pressure Vermont Castings VCBVMN MP amp VCPVMN MP Room Heaters cleaning Locate sediment trap where trapped matter is not likely to freeze A sediment trap prevents moisture and contaminants from going into the heater controls If the sediment trap is not installed or is installed wrong the heater may not operate properly Test for gas leaks with a mild soap and water solution Apply water soap solution with brush only do not over apply NEVER test with an open flame Pressure Test Gas Supply Piping System The appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing
16. ff have it serviced Do not run the heater where e Flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored e Dusty condition exists Never place any objects on the heater Supervise children when they are in the same room with heater never allow them to sit stand or play on or around the heater Make sure grille guard is in place before running heater Do not use heater if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified 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 Keep appliance area clear and free from combus tible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids Turn off heater and let cool before servicing Only a qualified technician should service and repair heater Table of Contents General Safety Information Specifications Installation Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Maintenance Replacement Parts Accessories Vermont Castings VCBVMN MP amp VCPVMN MP Room Heaters VCBVMN VCBVMP VCPVMN VCPVMP Specifications Input Rating Btu Hr Variable Min SEO SO Regulator Pressure Setting we S Models Type VCBV30MN 15 000 30 000 5 000 10 000 000 10 000 oe Se oot Sorte 000 30 000 10 000 20 000 000 20 000 a 000 10 000 6 400 30 000 400 30 000 6 400 18 000 ee 500 10 000 2 600 6 000 ETE 400 18 000 5 500 10 000 500 10 000 2 600 6
17. gas Be sure to smell next to floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch electrical switches do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow your gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department B Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas valve control knob Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand do not try to repair it call a qualified service technician Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion C Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of this control system and any gas control which has been under water Lighting Instructions 1 Read the safety information on previous page 2 Make sure manual shut off valve is fully open 3 Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise s to the OFF position 4 WAIT 5 MINUTES TO CLEAR OUT ANY GAS If you then smell gas STOP Follow A in the safety information If you do not smell gas go to next step 5 Push in gas control knob slightly and turn counter clockwise to PILOT IGN and depress for five 5 seconds This will allow air to bleed from the gas system 6 Release control knob pres
18. ice technician Locate and correct leaks immedi ately Replace gas control Check gas passage way and burner Ventilate room stop storing and using odor causing products near heater Locate and correct leaks immedi ately Open window Contact gas supplier Clean the pilot Burner and ODS Pilot Cleaning Clean the exterior with soft bristle brush vacuum cleaner or pressurized air Never use a wooden tooth pick as it may break off and clog the ODS pilot or main burner port Use a flashlight to inspect the main burner inlet to ensure it is not blocked If obstruction can be seen use a metal wire coat hanger that has been straightened out Use a vacuum cleaner to clean the primary air openings to the main burner s WARNING Failure to keep the primary air openings to the burner s clean may result in sooting and property damage In order to clean ODS pilot orifice use pressurized air to blow dust out Sometimes blowing air backwards through the pilot will get rid of the accumulated dirt If that does not work blow out any dust through primary air openings of pilot assemblies Daemyeong has two openings one beneath the bimetal strip and the second one opposite from bimetal strip Use the one wide open do not try to lift the bimetal strip Cleaning Air Passageways and Unit Casings Use a vacuum cleaner or pressurized air to clean the combustion and circulating air passageways and dampene
19. in strike match hold match to pilot until pilot lights Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob Replace lower front panel Po i A o oO Vermont Castings VCBVMN MP amp VCPVMN MP Room Heaters Pilot and Burner Inspection Each time you light your heater check that the pilot flame and burner flame patterns are as shown in Figures 9 10 and 11 If flame patterns are incorrect turn the heater off Contact your dealer or a qualified gas technician for assistance Do not operate the heater until the pilot flame is correct WARNING If yellow tipping occurs your heater could produce increased levels of carbon monoxide If burner flame pattern shows yellow tipping follow instructions in the Troubleshooting section on page 10 NOTE Do not mistake orange flames with yellow tipping Dirt or other particles may enter the heater and cause tran sient patches of orange flame Ignitor Electrode Thermocouple a Incorrect Fig 9 Proper pilot flame VCBV Heater Yellow Tipping Correct Fig 10 Correct burner flame pattern for the VCBV blue flame burner VCPV Heater Incorrect Fig 11 Correct burner flame pattern for the VCPV plaque heater Vermont Castings VCBVMN MP amp VCPVMN MP Room Heaters Troubleshooting Possible Cause What To Do When control knob is pressed Ignitor electrode positioned wrong in and turned counter
20. int gas smell Finding a leak is not a DO IT YOURSELF procedure Some leaks can only be found with the main burner gas on and this must be done by a qualified technician WARNING This appliance is for use with gas referenced on Rating Label Field conversion is not permitted Precautions e Never use natural gas in a unit designed for lique fied petroleum gases e Never use liquefied petroleum gases in a unit designed for natural gas e Check all joints and connections To avoid the danger of fire accident or explosion never check a potential gas leak with an open flame e The VCBV30 VCBV20 VCPV30 and VCPV18 heaters may not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom e The VCBV10 and VCPV10 heaters may be installed in a bedroom but not a bathroom e The VCPVO6 heaters may be installed in a bedroom or bathroom locations e Recreational vehicles e Where curtains furniture clothing or other flammable objects are less than 36 from the front top or sides of the heater e Fireplace e High traffic area e Drafty areas This heater needs fresh outside air for ventilation to run properly This heater has an oxygen depletion sensor ODS pilot light safety system The ODS shuts down the heater if not enough fresh air oxygen content 18 is available Never run heater in confined space Refer to Page 4 If heater shuts off do not relight until you provide fresh outside air If heater keeps shutting o
21. l heater Follow all local codes Gas Type Verify the type of gas supply to be used either natural gas or LP Propane and make sure the marking on the appliance rating plate agrees with that of the supply gas The rating plate is located on the side of the heater which indicates the type of gas the heater is orificed for Items Needed for Heater Installation Before installing the heater make sure you have these items e Gas piping check local codes e Test gauge connection e Sealant resistant to LP gases approved thread compound e Manual shut off valve e Sediment trap where required e Ground joint union e Tee joint and pipe wrench An installer supplied design certified manual shut off valve with 1 8 NPT tap connection Locating the Heater This heater is designed to be mounted on a wall or on the floor WARNING Never install the heater e ina bathroom e in a recreational vehicle e where curtains furniture clothing or other flammable objects are less than 36 from the front top or sides of the heater as a fireplace insert in high traffic areas or e in windy or drafty areas Models VCPVO6M N P permitted for bathroom installations WARNING Vent free heaters add moisture to the air Although this is beneficial installing heater in rooms without enough ventilation may cause mildew formation from too much moisture content See National Fuel Code for Fresh Air for Combustion a
22. nd Ventilation Vermont Castings VCBVMN MP amp VCPVMN MP Room Heaters This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket Attach Mounting Screws to Wall manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by state or local codes NOTE Wall anchors and mounting screws are in Aftermarket Completion of sale not for purpose of hardware package provided with heater resale from manufacturer 1 Install mounting screws on wall as shown in Figure 3 Use enclosed paper template for proper location of holes Be sure template is level It may be neces sary to use plastic or lead anchors for plaster walls 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 CAUTION If you install the heater in a home garage e Heater must be at least 18 above floor e Locate heater where moving vehicle will not hit it Preparing for Installation 1 Remove heater from carton 2 Drill holes at marked locations using 9 64 drill bit Insert mounting screw 3 Leave screw head out from wall far enough to attach heater Template 2 Remove all protective packaging applied to heater for shipment 3 Check heater for any shipping damage If heater is oY damaged promptly inform dealer distributor 4 Select a location for the heater that will provide maximum exposure of the radiant surface to the l l Mounti room but will not be subjected to ac
23. of the system at test pressures in excess of 1 2 psi The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing the individual manual shut off valve Fig 7 during any pressure testing of the gas supply system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psi 3 Closed Control Valve Fig 7 Manual shut off valve location Leak Testing Heater Gas Connections 1 Open manual shut off valve 2 Open main gas valve located near gas meter 3 Make sure control knob of heater is in the OFF position 4 Check all joints from manual gas valve up to control valve and including the manifold assembly Apply the soap solution around the connections valve and tubing Soap bubbles will appear where a leak is present 5 If a leak is present immediately turn off gas supply tighten any leaky fittings turn gas on and recheck 6 To check burner and safety valve the burner must be lit See Operating Instructions Check the rest of the connections for leaks 7 Turn off the heater Vermont Castings VCBVMN MP amp VCPVMN MP Room Heaters Operating Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY READ THIS SECTION BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY A FIRE OR EXPLO SION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAM AGE PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE A BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for
24. rs General Safety Information SAFETY Accidents are always tragic especially e This appliance is intended for supplemental heating because so many of them could have been prevented e Never install the heater in any of the following with a little care and judgment There are some basic good practices we hope you will follow for safe use of your gas fired room heater IMPORTANT Read this user s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble operate or service this heater Improper use of this heater can cause serious injury or death from burns fire explosion electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resembles 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 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 Begin by ensuring proper installation and servicing Follow the installation instructions provided with this product Have your heater installed by a qualified technician Have the installer show you where the gas supply shut off valve is located so that you know where to shut off the gas to the heater If the connections are not perfectly seated or tightened you may have a leak and therefore a fa
25. sure and turn clockwise 77 to OFF 7 Depress control knob while OFF then turn back to PILOT IGN This should cause the spark from the piezo ignitor to light the pilot gas Keep control knob depressed for ten 10 seconds before releasing If pilot does not light repeat steps 5 7 or use a match 8 To select the heating level desired partially press down the control slightly and rotate counterclockwise s Release the downward pressure on the knob while continuing to turn until the knob locks at the desired setting position Do not operate between the locked positions HIGH VCBV10 amp VCPV10 Only Fig 8 Control knob To Turn Off Gas To Heater Turning Heater Off Turn control knob clockwise to the OFF position Turning Burner Only Off Pilot stays lit Turn control knob clockwise to the PILOT position CAUTION Do not try to adjust heating levels by using the manual shut off valve NOTE The thermostat sensing bulb measures the temperature of air near the heater cabinet This may not always agree with room temperature depending on housing construction installation location room size etc Frequent use of your heater will let you determine your own comfort levels Manual Lighting Instructions Remove lower front panel Follow steps 1 through 4 as stated under Lighting Instructions Press and turn control knob counterclockwise s N to the PILOT IGN position With control knob pressed
26. ugh fresh air for combustion and ventilation However in buildings of unusually tight construction you must provide additional fresh air Unusually tight construction is defined as construction where 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 Caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as joints around window and door frames between sole plates and floors between wall ceiling joints between wall panels at penetrations for plumbing electrical and gas lines and at other openings Unconfined space An unconfined space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet for each 1 000 Btu Hr 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 doors are consid ered a part of the unconfined space Confined space A confined space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet for each 1 000 Btu Hr of the aggregate input rating of all appliances in that space WARNING You must provide additional ventilation air in a confined space 4 Installation For proper operation of the unit provide fresh air opening s to the room Follow the National Fuel Code NFPA54 ANSI Z223 1 for required size of combustion and ventilation openings NOTICE A qualified service technician should instal
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