Before You Start - Empire Comfort Systems VFPC20in33N-1 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Read and follow these safety precautions prior to operat-
ing this appliance. Failure to follow these precautions may
result in death, injury, or property damage.
samples and Definitions:
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE:
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
Attention! If the fireplace insert is installed into a modified
wood-burning, factory-built fireplace, the fireplace cannot
be returned to a wood-burning fireplace. See page 10 for
additional details regarding the allowed modifications to a
factory-built fireplace.
Read all instructions before starting installation and follow them
carefully to insure safety. Failure to follow the instructions will
void the warranty and may cause a fire hazard.
The warranty will be voided by, and the warranter disclaims
any responsibility for the following actions:
• Installation of any damaged fireplace insert.
• Modification of the fireplace insert.
• Installation other than as instructed by Empire Comfort
Systems Inc.
• Improper positioning of logs, barrier screen, or decorative
accessories.
• Installation and/or use of any component part not
manufactured or approved by the manufacturer.
All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number,
Serial Number and type of gas. Fill out the Homeowner
Reference Section on page 46.
Page 4

BEFORE YOU START

WARNING
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
Unpacking the fireplace insert:
1. Cut binding straps.
2. Remove the top carton.
3. Carefully remove the carton contents.
4. Use the Carton Contents and Hardware Pack lists on page 3
to verify all components are present.
5. Verify that the fireplace insert and components have not
been damaged during shipping.
6. To remove the Barrier Screen Assembly:
a. Lift screen frame straight up about 1/2".
b. Pull the bottom outward just enough to release the
bottom retainer bracket from the firebox bottom flange.
c. Pull the top of the frame forward about 1/2", then
lower barrier to remove from the insert.
7. Set fireplace insert in a location near its final installation
location.
Preparation
This fireplace insert and its components are safe when installed
in accordance with this Installation Manual. Report any parts
damaged in shipment to your dealer. Do not install the fireplace
insert with damaged, incomplete or substitute parts.
Installation Considerations - Fireplace Installation Guidelines
Determine where to install the fireplace insert. The fireplace
insert can be mounted on any of these surfaces:
1. A flat hard combustible or non-combustible surface
2. A raised platform of combustible or non-combustible material
3. Or, install in wood burning fireplace
If the fireplace is installed directly on carpeting, tile or other
combustible material other than wood or flooring, it must be
installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and
depth of the fireplace insert.
This fireplace insert is designed to be installed in a zero-clearance
enclosure. This means combustible material such as framing
lumber can come in contact with the top and side standoff
spacers, and be secured to combustible framing.
This fireplace insert requires an easily accessible gas shut-off
valve be installed in the gas supply line prior to its entry to the
fireplace.
Determine the following before installation:
• Any desired accessories
• Gas supply piping
• Electrical connections
• Electrical supply requirements for blower
(120V, 60Hz, 1Amp) (Right entrance)
A selection of a shut-off valve containing a flange and key is
recommended.
39236-1-0219