United States Stove VFZC32L User's Manual
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1. f M L BACK FIREBRICK PANEL Figure 7a ATTACH BRACKET W SCREW Se A SIDE FIREBRICK PANEL Figure 7b Firebox shown with some parts missing for clarity GAS CONNECTION CAUTION A gualified gas appliance installer must connect the fireplace to the gas supply Consult all local codes Use new black iron or steel pipe only Internally tinned copper tubing can be used in some areas when permitted by local codes Only use pipe of 1 2 or greater diameter to allow full gas volume to heater Excessive pressure loss will occur if the pipe is too small A manual shutoff valve union and plugged 1 8 NPT pressure tapping point must be installed upstream of the heater FIGURE 8 A sediment trap must be installed upstream of the heater to prevent moisture and contaminants from passing through the pipe to the heater controls and burners Failure to do so could prevent the heater from operating reliably FIGURE 8 IMPORTANT Loosen the pipe adapter STAINLESS on the flex tube before installing to the a FLEXIBLE TUBE system piping a PIPE MANUAL PIPE Z COUPLING SHUTOFFVALVE TO HEATER CONTROL VALVE TEE JOINT FIGURE 8 Gas Connection SEDIMENT TRAP PIPE2. Nailing Flanges Holes 2 on each side of firebox LOG ASSEMBLY LOG POSITIONING This unit is supplied with a set of four ceramic fiber logs Do not handle these logs with your bare hands Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers After handling logs wash your hands gently with soap and water to remove any traces of fibers PROPER INSTALLATION SEQUENCE 1 Install the rear log 2 on the rear set of locators Visually check to verify the log is securely placed on the locators 2 Install the front log 1 on the front locators Visually check to verify the log is securely placed on the locators 3 Install the left and right cross twigs as illustrated on the locator pins provided in the front and rear logs Holes provided in the bottom of the cross twigs should allow them to seat completely over these pins WARNING Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury FIGURE 18 Log Set Assembly The positioning of the logs is critical to the safe and clean operation of this heater Sooting and other problems may result if the logs are not properly and firmiv situated in the appliance Never add additional logs or embellishments such as pine cones vermiculite or rock wool to the heater OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Avoid any
3. GAS FLEX PIPE VF32B BLOWER KIT WIRING DIAGRAM Installing the Optional VF32B Blower Kit You may install the VF32B Blower Kit in the VFZC32 Vent free Gas Fireplace Each Blower Kit includes the following 1 120 CFM Blower 1 Blower Box 1 Manual fan control switch 1 Parts bag 1 Installation Instruction sheet The Blower will aid in the distribution and circulation of the heat throughout the heating area NOTE Install blower assembiv per instruction sheet included in Blower Kit BLOWER DE JU GREEN TO Ke gt BLACK POWER WHITE SUPPLY M Jj A RHEOSTAT 2X4 JUNCTION BOX 8 JUNCTION BOX COVER Wiring Diagram For Optional VF32B Blower Kit OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES You may purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer If they can not supply these accessories call United States Stove Company s Sales Department at 1 423 837 2100 for information You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual i CABINET MANTEL Model VFGO32M Golden Oak Cabinet Mantel Model VFUF32M Unfinished Cabinet Mantel HEARTH BASE Model VFGO32B Golden Oak Hearth Base Model VFUF32B Unfinished Hearth Base The hearth base creates a handsome riser for the firebox cannot be used with the face mantel FACE MANTEL Model VFUN32FM Unfi
4. Bee Front wists Dom Framing 1 Frame in rough opening Use dimensions shown in Figure 15 for rough opening 8 35 1 2 ate Les ii Figure 15 Rough Opening for Installing in Wall BUILT IN INSTALLATION conTINUED If installing in a corner use the dimensions shown in Figure 16 below for the rough opening The height is 35 which is the same as the wall opening in Figure 15 Figure 16 Rough Opening for Installing in Corner 2 Install gas piping to fireplace NOTE This unit give 2 options on where the gas line can be ran into the fireplace Knock outs are provided on the left and right side of the cabinet and firebox for gas line connection See Gas Connection pages 15 Carefully set the firebox in front of rough opening with back of firebox inside wall opening If using the VFZCB optional Blower Kit see installation instructions included with blower Attach gas line to the flexible gas line provided with unit See Gas Connection pages 14 15 Carefully insert firebox into rough opening Attach fireplace to wall studs using nails or wood screws through holes in nailing flange see Figure 17 Check all gas connections for leaks If using optional Trim Kit install the trim after final finishing and or painting of wall See instructions included with Trim Kit for attaching trim See Optional Accessories page 29 8 30 for the different kits available Figure 17 Attaching Firebox to Wall Studs
5. AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION cowrivuep Ventilation Air From Outdoors Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts You must provide two permanent openings one within 12 of the ceiling and one within 12 of the floor Connect these items directly to the outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors These spaces include attics and crawl spaces See Figure 2 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 OUTLET AR gt OUTLET INTAK Figure 2 Ventilation Air from Outdoors INSTALLATION INSTALLATION CLEARANCES WARNING Maintain the minimum clearances If you can provide greater clearances from floor ceiling and adjoining wall Carefully follow the instructions below This will ensure safe installation Minimum Wall and Ceiling Clearances see Figure 3 A Clearances from the side of the firebox opening to any combustible wall should not be less than 6 inches This applies to built in installation or using an optional cabinet mantel kit B Clearances from the top of the firebox opening to the ceiling should not be less than 42 inches Mantel Clearances for Conventional Installation INSTALLATION conrinueD
6. R TOP BOTTOM TRIM OI CURTAIN ROD FIREPLACE SCREEN LOWER GRILL BRASS KNOB 8 32 X 3 8 MS SCREW TOP GRILL JISI IS SDDNNDNIJJIa Sasa SHOULDER SCREW BRICK PANEL SET BACK BRICK PANEL SIDE BRICK PANEL BRICK BRACKET HOOD L na O lt O ep H na L a D m gt m V V L na O L CC m Z m O GENERATOR ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST DESCRIPTION BURNER PLATE CONTROL BRACKET CONTROL VALVE NATURAL CONTROL VALVE L P 10 24 x 1 SL ROD 10 24 KEP NUT NIN a 10 X 1 2 HX HD SCREW ak BURNER CONTROL FITTING 1 4 TUBE BURNER 1 4 GC X 3 8 27 FITTING 1 4 COMPRESSION NUT 1 4 COMPRESSION SLEEVE PILOT BRACKET O P AMERICA NAT PILOT O P AMERICA L P PILOT 10 3 4 HX HD SCREW TO MOUNT PILOT 3 16 COMPRESSION NUT 3 16 COMPRESSION SLEEVE 50 NATURAL BURNER ORIFICE FRONT 56 L P BURNER ORIFICE FRONT 50 NATURAL BURNER ORIFICE REAR 56 L P BURNER ORIFICE REAR BURNER PAINTED LOG SET CONSISTS OF 4 PIECES a PO Ss FP Di FRONT LOG REAR LOG RIGHT TWIG LEFT TWIG 3 16 LOXIT FITTING 16GA WIRE LINK PILOT TUBE NOT SHOWN
7. NIPPLE CAP CHECK GAS TYPE The gas supply must be the same as stated on heater s rating plate If the gas supplyis different DO NOT INSTALL the heater Contact your dealer forthe correct model Connecting directly to an unregulated propane LPG tank can cause an explosion GAS CONNECTION CONTINUED The gas inlet connection is 3 8 NPT made atthe rear ofthe main control This unit comes with an 18 gas flex pipe attached to the control valve at the factory Run gas line into firebox from either side and attach to gas flex pipe Test all gas joints from the gas meter to the heater for leaks using soap and water solution after completing connection DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME Note Gas Flex pipe can be ran to either side of the fireplace for ease of gas connection Gas Flex Pipe FIGURE 9 Flex Pipe Connected to contrpl GAS PRESSURE CHECK The heater regulator controls the burner pressure which should be checkedatthe pressuretest point located on the right side of the main control and is accessible from the side of the gas log assembly see FIGURE 10 The pressure should be checked with the heater burning and the control set to high HI The pressure regulator is preset and locked to avoid tampering If the pressure is not as specified in Product Specifications Page 2 contact your dealer and replace the regulator Control Bracket
8. drafts that alter the burner flame patterns Do not allow fans to blow directly into the heater Do not place a blower inside burn area of fireplace Ceiling fans may create drafts that alter burner flame patterns Sooting and improper burning will occur This vent free gas heater is intended to be smokeless If logs appear to smoke turn off the heater and call a qualified service person Initial burn off may cause slight smoke and odor during the first four hours of operation FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING If you do not follow these instructions exactiv a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life This appliance is equipped with an ignition device Piezo which automatically lights the pilot If Piezo fails then light the pilot using matches Refer to match lighting instructions page 23 When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS e Do not attempt to light any appliance e Do not touch any electric switch do not use any phone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob Nev
9. enable vou to order repair parts Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference When writing alwavs give the full model number which is on the nameplate attached to the fireplace When ordering repair parts or options alwavs give the following information as shown in this list The PART NUMBER The PART DESCRIPTION The MODEL NUMBER VFZC32 The SERIAL NUMBER Before installing this fireplace fill in the serial number in the space provided for your records UNITED STATES STOVE COMPANY 227 INDUSTRIAL PARK ROAD P O BOX 151 SOUTH PITTSBURGH TN 37380 423 837 2100 Keeping America Warm Since 1869 VFZC32 Owner s Manual Save this manual for future reference United States Stove Company 227 Industrial Park Road P O Box 151 South Pittsburg TN 37380 423 837 2100
10. firebox top and fasten with one of the 5 16 head screws included Now insert the left screen and rod as above Figure 5 HOLE FOR ROD TINNERMAN SCREW SCREEN Figure 5 Installing Fireplace Screen Installing the Fireplace Hood 1 Slide the Hood over the shoulder screws and gentle press down until secure NOTE There are 2 shoulder screws on each side of the firebox opening directly below the top plate These shoulder screws should line up with the notches on the sides of the Fireplace Hood See Figure 6 4 1 SHOULDER SCREW Z HOOD CUT AWAY TO SHOW UNDERSIDE ze P Figure 6 Installing the Fireplace Hood INSTALLATION conrinueD Installing the Firebrick Panels into the firebox 1 Before installing the firebrick panels you must first remove the brick brackets A 5 16 nut driver will be required See Figure 7a 8 b below for location 2 Carefully remove the firebrick panels from their box 3 Decide which side of the firebox you want the gas line to enter and knock out the appropriate holes in the cabinet firebox and the firebrick panel Place the back firebrick panel in the firebox as shown in Figure 7a Place the side firebrick panels in the firebox as shown in Figure 7b You can now replace the brick brackets using a 5 16 nut driver ATTACH BRACKET W SCREW BRICK ak
11. gas logs is shut off at the control 2 IGN Piezo ignitor allows ignition of the pilot without the use of matches or batteries 3 PILOT Valve position to light maintain a standing pilot 4 ON Gas flow to complete system front burner ignition Front Burner Control Knob infinite control rotate clockwise to minimum rate and counterclockwise to maximum rate Rear Burner Control Knob Has 3 positions 1 OFF Gas to rear burner is shutoff at control 2 ON MAX Maximum gas flow to rear burner 3 MIN Minimum gas flow rate to rear burner VFZC32 SPECIFICATIONS CONTINUED l 9 1 4 gt o KW 312 i FIREBOX FRONT VIEW FIREBOX SIDE VIEW PRODUCT FEATURES Operation This Vent free Gas Fireplace requires no outside venting or chimnev making installation easv and inexpensive When used without the optional blower model VF32B the firebox requires no electricitv making it ideal for emergencv backup heat Blower Accessorv The VFZC32 Vent free Gas Fireplace will accept the VF32B Blower Kit accessory The kit comes with the variable blower The variable blower allows vou to select the fan speed vou desire The blower circulates heated air from the firebox into the room Use of t
12. ATESSTo USSG S COMPANY United States Stove Company Vent Free Zero Clearance Gas Fireplace Models VFZC32N VFZC32L Shown with optional cabinet mantel hearth base and brass trim OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL This firebox 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 i e Installation of this product is permitted after the manufactured mobile home is sited 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 Adequate Combustion And Ventilation Air on pages 6 10 of this manual WARNING Do not use a blower insert heat exchanger insert or other accessories not approved for use with this heater Save this manual for future reference 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 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 supplier from a neighbor s p
13. NOTE CLEARANCES ARE THE SAME IF USING OPTIONAL CABINET MANTELS OR BUILT IN INSTALLATION 6 TO SIDE WALL Figure 3 Minimum Clearance to Wall and Ceiling Mantel Clearances for Built in Installation If placing custom mantel above built in fireplace you must meet minimum clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening WALL MANTEL SHELF _ UNDERSIDE OF gt a 10 MANTEL SHELF 8 MANTEL WIDTH DISTANCE TO UNDERSIDE OF 24 MANTEL If your installation does not meet the a above minimum clearances you must TOR OF raise the mantel to an a R OPENING acceptable height OR remove the mantel ALL MINIMUM DISTANCES ARE IN INCHES O Figure 4 Minimum Mantel Al Clearances for Built in Installation SIDE VIEW OF FIREBOX INSTALLATION conrinueD Installing the Fireplace Screen 1 Insert each rod through the rings located at the top of the screen NOTE Before placing the last ring over the rod slide the tinnerman clip included in the parts bag onto the rod and then slide the last ring over the rod See Figure 5 Insert the right screen and rod into the hole in the side trim and line up rod with the back hole in the
14. TE Rightside view facing heater Test Pressure Input Vso Test Pressure Output Control Valve ea FIGURE 10 Pressure Test Point Location MANTEL INSTALLATION Fireplace Installation Using Optional Mantel This fireplace mav be installed using the cabinet mantel with hearth base accessorv against a wall in your home You must use one of the Satin Black or Polished BrassTrim Kits available when installing vour fireplace with the optional mantel kit See Accessories on page 28 4 29 NOTE The Trim Kits provide a finished appearance covering rough and or unfinished mantel edges NOTE The instructions below show installation using the VFGO32M VFUF32M series cabinet mantels and the VFGO32B VFUF32B series hearth base accessories The hearth base accessorv shown is optional for this installation Vou can install the fireplace and mantel directiv on the floor The VFUN32FM face mantel accessories cannot be installed with the VFGO32B VFUN32B series hearth base You must install the face mantels directly on the floor NOTE If using the VFUF32FM series face mantel accessory a wall recess opening will be needed See installation instructions for VFUF32FM series face mantel accessorv Assemble cabinet mantel hearth base optional and trim accessories Assembiv instructions are included with each accessorv If u
15. cleaning fluid to clean logs or any part of heater e Logs Brush with soft bristle brush or vacuum with brush attachment e Vacuum loose particles and dust from the front and rear burner control and piezo e Inspect burner s and air intake hole Remove lint or particles with vacuum External case should be dusted and wiped with a wet soapy cloth Annual Cleaning Inspection e Inspect and clean burner air intake holes e Inspect and clean all burner ports e Inspect ODS pilot for operation and accumulation of lint at air intake holes e Verify flame pattern and log placement for proper operation e Verify smooth and responsive ignition of main burner and rear burner In normal operation at full rate after 15 minutes the following flame appearance should be observed FLAME APPEARANCE FLAMES The flames behind log 1 and in front of log 2 should be yellow with a blue base The flames should not be impinging on the small cross twigs See Below Figure 21 FIGURE 21 Flames Natural Gas and LP Gas PARTS DIAGRAM AND PARTS LIST e Not Shown A m lt DESCRIPTION CABINET BOTTOM FIREBOX BACK FIREBOX LEFT SIDE FIREBOX RIGHT SIDE FIREBOX BOTTOM FIREBOX TOP CABINET BACK CABINET LEFT SIDE JOJHNJO A JO N CABINET RIGHT SIDE mk INNER TOP INSULATION CABINET TOP no LEFT SIDE TRIM w RIGHT SIDE TRIM
16. er use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand don t try to repair it call a qualified service technician Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a gualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liguids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS PILOT LOCATION 1 STOP Read the safety information on the previous page 2 Turn off all electrical power and open the access door 3 Turn off the rear burner and set the front burner to low 4 Pushin gas control knob 1 slightly and turn clockwise a to OFF KNOB 3 3 REAR BURNER O Iva x lt 1 PILOT 2 FRONT BURNER KNOB 1 KNOB 2 NOTE Knob cannot be turned from PILOT to OFF unless knob is pushed in slightly Do not force 5 Waitfive 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information on the previous page If you don t smell gas go on tothe next step 10 TOP VIEW OF BURNER ASSEMBLY Push in the control knob 1 all the way and rotate counterclockwise 47 to PILOT The piezo ignitor wil
17. esh air See Ventilation Air From Outdoors page 10 If your home does not meet all of the three criteria above proceed to page 8 Confined Space and Unconfined Space The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 1992 Section 5 3 defines a confined space as a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 BTU per hour 4 8n per kw of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space and an unconfined space as a space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 BTU per hour 4 8nf 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 doors are considered a part of the unconfined space Adjoining rooms are communicating only if there are doorless passageways or ventilation grills between them AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION cowrivuep Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Use this worksheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space Space Includes the room in which you will install the firebox 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 22 ft length x 18 ft width x 8 ft ceiling height 3168 cu Ft volume of space If additiona
18. gs appear to smoke turn off the heater and call a qualified service person Initial burn off may cause slight smoke and odor during the first four hours of operation Input ratings are shown in BTU per hour and are for elevations up to 2 000 feet For elevations above 2 000 feet input ratings should be reduced 4 percent for each 1 000 feet above see level Refer to the National Fuel Gas Code The fireplace and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa The fireplace must be isolated from the gas supply piping system be closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures egual to or less than 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa Do not use this gas fireplace if any part has been under water Immediately call a gualified 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 VFZC32 SPECIFICATIONS Natural Gas Propane LPG Manifold Pressure Setting 4 w c Manifold Pressure Setting Gas Inlet Pressure Maximum 10 1 2 w c Gas Inlet Pressure Maximum Minimum 5 w c Minimum Gas Rate Number Model Number Type Max BTU Hr Min BTU Hr of Burners VFZC32N Manual 30 000 8 000 2 VFZC32L Manual 30 000 8 000 2 Controls Main control has 4 positions 1 OFF All gas to the
19. he blower is optional LOCATING FIREPLACE Planning Plan where you will install the fireplace This will save time and money later when you install the fireplace Before installation consider the following 1 Where the fireplace will be located Allow for wall and ceiling clearances see Installation Clearances pages 10 8 11 2 Everything needed to complete installation 3 These models CANNOT be installed in a bedroom or bathroom 4 Properair for combustion and ventilation see below AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION WARNING This fireplace shall not be installed in a confined space unless provisions are provided for adeguate combustion and ventilation air Read the following instructions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel burning appliances in your home Today s homes are built more energy efficient than ever New materials increased insula tion and new construction methods help reduce heat loss in homes Home owners weather strip and caulk around windows and doors to keep the cold air out and the warm air in During heating months home owners want their homes as airtight as possible While it is good to make your home energy efficient your home needs to breathe Fresh air must enter your home All fuel burning appliances need fresh air for proper combustion and ventilation Exhaust fans fireboxes clothes dryers and fuel burning appliances draw air from the house to operate You must provide adeg
20. his manual for instructions This Vent free gas log heater requires fresh air ventilation to run properly See Air for Combustion and Ventilation instructions in this owner s manual Do not run fireplace where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored under dusty conditions Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn paper or other objects Never place any objects in the firebox or on logs Fireplace front and screen becomes very hot when running Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing ignition Firebox will remain hot for a time after shutdown Allow surfaces to cool before touching Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room with fireplace Turn fireplace off and let cool before servicing Only a qualified service person should service and repair fireplace Operating vent free gas log heaters in a fireplace above elevations of 4 500 feet could cause pilot outage IMPORTANT The fireplace hood must not be replaced with a hood canopy which may be provided with the decorative type unvented room heater WARNINGS SAFETY INFORMATION conTINUED 17 CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING Earlv signs of carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to the flu with headaches dizziness and or nausea If you have these signs obtain fresh air immediatelv Have the heater serviced as it mav not be operating properly This vent free gas fireplace is intended to be smokeless If lo
21. hone Follow the gas supplier 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 851301 3 98 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION LOCAL CODES WARNINGS SAFETY INFORMATION VFZC32 SPECIFICATIONS PRODUCT FEATURES LOCATING THE FIREPLACE AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION INSTALLATION GAS CONNECTION GAS PRESSURE CHECK MANTEL INSTALLATION BUILT IN INSTALLATION LOG ASSEMBLV OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CLEANING SERVICING FLAME APPEARANCE PARTS DIAGRAM 8 LIST GENERATOR ASSEMBLY PARTS DIAGRAM GENERATOR ASSEMBLY PARTSLIST VF32B BLOWER KIT WIRING DIAGRAM OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS ojej NCO D 20 Install and use fireplace with care Follow all local codes In the absence of local codes use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 2223 1 also known as NFPA 54 Firebox must be electrically grounded in accordance with the National Electric Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition Available from American National Standards Institute Inc 1430 Broadwav New York NY 10018 National Fire Protection Association Inc Batterymarch Park Quincv MA 02269 WARNINGS SAFETV INFORMATION IMPORTANT Read this owner s manual carefully and completely before trving to assemble operate or service this fireplace Improper use of this fireplace can cause serious injury or dea
22. ith the fireplace 6 If installing Optional VF32B Blower Kit use a standard 3 prong power supply cord not included and plug blower into outlet _ NOTE See Blower Kit Instruction sheet for full installation instructions lt u Knock out plug in cabinet and run Flexible Gas Line _ into firebox 3 Prong power i supplv cord gt not included Figure 12 Installing Firebox on Hearth Base Place the Cabinet Mantel Legs on Hearth Base and slide each side firmly up against the unit See Figure 13 NOTE The Cabinet Mantel Legs and Hearth Base should be against the wall Lower the header into the slots at the top of each leg using four 1 1 4 screws to attach header to the legs V ra H 5 ag pa Wood at Screws Right Mm Leg Figure 13 Installing Cabinet Mantel Legs Header MANTEL INSTALLATION con TinueD 9 Lower Mantel top onto legs and header to com plete installation of mantel Figure 14 Installing Mantel Top BUILT IN INSTALLATION Built in Fireplace Installation Built in installation of this fireplace involves installing the fireplace into a framed in enclosure This makes the front flush with the wall If installing a mantel above the fireplace you must follow the clearances shown in Figure 4 page 11 Follow the instructions below to install the fireplace in this manner
23. l light the pilot as the knob passes IGN traveling to the PILOT Continue to hold the control knob 1 in for about ten 10 seconds after the pilot is lit Release knob and it should pop back up Pilot should remain lit If it goes out repeat steps 4 through 6 Ifthe control knob 1 does not pop up when released stop and immediately call your service technician or gas supplier If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries turn the gas control knob 1 to OFF and call your service technician or your gas supplier Turn gas control knob1 counter clockwise 57 to ON Set the front burner knob 2 to the desired setting rotating counterclockwise 4 to MAX and clockwise a to MIN Setthe rear burner knob 3 to the desired setting rotating counterclockwise 47 to MAX ON or MIN Close access door and turn on electrical power TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1 Open access door D clockwise until stop mem Close access door 22 Set front burner to Min and turn off the rear burner by depressing knob and rotating Unplug all electric power optional blower if service is to be performed Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise a to OFF Do not force OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED Wait 30 seconds before readjusting the heater when the control has been turned down to a lower setting MATCH LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS If the pilot will not light using the piezo ignitor you can
24. l ventilation to adjoining room is supplied with grills or openings add the volume of these rooms to the total volume of the space 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 3168 cu Ft volume of space 50 cu Ft 63 3 or 63 300 maximum BTU Hr the space can support Add the BTU Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space Vent free Firebox BTU Hr Gas water heater BTU Hr Gas furnace BTU Hr Vented gas heater BTU Hr Gas firebox logs BTU Hr Other gas appliances BTU Hr Total BTU Hr Example Gas water Heater 40 000 BTU Hr Vent free firebox with log heater 39 000 BTU Hr Total 79 000 BTU Hr Do not include direct vent gas appliances Direct vent draws combustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors 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 63 300 BTU Hr maximum the space can support 79 000 BTU Hr actual amount of BTU Hr used The space in the above example is a confined 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 unconfined space remove door to adjoi
25. light the pilot with a match First locate the pilot The pilot is located between the two burner tubes on the right end facing the unit inside the firebox To light pilot with a match move the gas control knob 1 pg 22 to the pilot position and hold down Light match and place near pilot Once pilot is lit continue to hold the knob for about ten seconds Then follow steps 7 thru 10 on page 22 CHECKING FLAME APPEARANCE Flames from the pilot front and rear burner should be visually checked when the heater is installed In addition a periodic visual check of the flames should be made PILOT FLAME The pilot flame should always be present If the pilot flame does not touch the thermo when the heater is in operation and should couple then the main burner is unlikely to just touch the top of the thermocouple tip function reliably FIGURE 20 FIGURE 19 FIGURE 19 Pilot Flame FIGURE 20 Incorrect Shape of Pilot Flame CLEANING SERVICING Annual inspection and cleaning by your dealer or qualified service technician is recommended to prevent malfunction and or sooting WARNING Turn off heater and allow to cool before cleaning Remove logs handling carefully by holding gentiv at each end Gloves are recommended to prevent skin irritation from ceramic If the skin becomes irritated wash gently with soap and water Refer to page 20 for correct log placement CLEANING SERVICING CONTINUED Periodic Cleaning e Do not use
26. ning room or add ventilation grills between rooms See Ventilation Air From Inside Building page 9 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION CONTINUED B Ventroom directiv to the outdoors See Ventilation Air from Outdoors page 10 C Installa lower BTU Hr firebox if lower BTU Hr size makes room unconfined If the actual BTU Hr used is less than the maximum BTU Hr the space can support the space is an unconfined space You will need no additional fresh air ventilation WARNING If the area in which the firebox and gas log heater may be operated is smaller than that defined as an unconfined space provide adeguate combustion and ventilation air by one of the methods described in the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 1992 Section 5 3 VENTILATION AIR Ventilation Air From Inside Building This fresh air would come from an adjoining unconfined space When ventilating to an ad joining unconfined space you must provide two permanent openings one within 12 of the ceiling and one within 12 of the floor into adjoining room see options in Figure 1 Follow the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 ANSI Z223 1 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for reguired size of ventilation grills or ducts WARNING Rework worksheet adding the space of the adjoining unconfined space The combined spaces must have enough fresh air to supply all appliances in both spaces Figure 1 Ventilation Air from Inside Building
27. nished Face Mantel Designed for use with recessed applications Drawings are for illustration purposes only Actual product may very in appearance OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ALUMINUM TRIM KITS Model VF32PB Polished Brass Trim Kit Model VF32SB Satin Black Trim Kit The Trim Kits must be used when installing firebox with Cabinet Mantel or Face Mantel BRASS HOOD Model VF32BH for use with VFZC36 Firebox LOUVERED GRILL KITS Model VF32BL Brass Louvered Grills Black Louvered Grills are shipped with the fireplace but the Brass Louvered Grills add an extra touch of class to the fireplace WALL SWITCH ACCESSORY Model VF32WS Wall Switch Kit The Wall Switch accessory will give you control over the main burner functions i e ON OFF HIGH LOW ETC BLOWER ACCESSORY Model VF32B Blower Kit The variable blower allows you to select the desired speed The blower circulates heated air from the fireplace into the room REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORY Model VF32RC Remote Control Kit The Remote Control accessory will give you remote control of the main burner functions i e ON OFF HIGH LOW ETC Drawings are for illustration purposes only Actual product may very in appearance HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS This Manual will help vou obtain efficient dependable service from vour Vent Free Zero Clearance Gas Fireplace and
28. sing an optional VF32B blower install a properlv grounded 120 volt three prong electrical outlet at firebox location if an outlet is not there If possible locate outlet so cabinet mantel will cover it when installed see Figure 11 below Install gas piping to fireplace location For this installation vou will need an approved flexible gas line if allowed bv local codes and a manual shutoff valve The flexible gas line must be the last item installed on the gas piping See Connecting to Gas Supplv on pages 14 8 15 NOTICE A qualified service person must connect fireplace to gas supply Follow all local codes Place optional hearth base accessorv against wall at installation location Cut an access hole in hearth top to run flexible gas line to fireplace see Figure 11 Make sure to locate access hole so cabinet mantel will cover it when installed Note you can secure base to floor using wood screws Countersink screw heads and putty over Flexible Gas Line Hearth Base lt a Electrical Outlet Gas Line Access Hole Figure 11 Placing optional Hearth Base against wall MANTEL INSTALLATION con TinueD 5 Center the unit on the Hearth Base Run the Gas Line into the firebox You can access beneath the firebox to connect gas supply to control valve from the left or right of the unit Knock out the appropriate holes and run the flexible gas line into the fireplace and connect to the flexible gas line supplied w
29. th from burns fire explosion electrical shock and carbon poi soning WARNINGS SAFETY INFORMATION conTINUED WARNING Anv change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous 1 B This heater shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom Never install the fireplace in a recreational vehicle where curtains furniture clothing or other flammable objects are less than 36 inches from the front top or side of the fireplace in high traffic areas in windy or drafty areas Do not add extra logs or ornaments such as pine cones vermiculite or rock wool Using these added items can cause sooting You must operate this fireplace with the fireplace screen and hood in place Make sure these parts are in place before running Do not allow fans to blow directly into the firebox Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns Ceiling fans can create drafts that alter burner flame patterns Altered burner patterns can cause sooting To prevent malfunction and or sooting an unvented gas heater should be cleaned at least annually by a professional service person More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting etc Itis imperative that control compartments burners and circulating air passageways be kept clean Correct placement of the ceramic fiber logs is necessary to avoid problems with sooting Sooting can settle on surfaces outside the heater and cause discoloration See the appropriate section of t
30. uate fresh air for these appliances This will insure proper venting of vented fuel burning appliances AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION cCoNTINUED Providing adequate ventilation The following is excerpts from National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 ANSI 2223 1 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation All spaces in homes fall into one of the three following ventilation classifications 1 Unusually Tight Construction 2 Unconfined Space 3 Confined Space The information on pages 6 through 10 will help vou classifv vour space and provide ad eguate ventilation 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 defined as construction where Walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm 6x101 per pa sec m or less with openings gasketed or sealed and Weather stripping has been added on openable windows and doors 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 If your home meets all of the three criteria above you must provide additional fr
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