USSC VF30IL User Manual
USSC VF30IL User Manual

USSC VF30IL User Manual

Fireplace insert vent-free room heater natural and propane gas

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UNITED STATES STOVE COMPANY
227 Industrial Park Road • P.O. Box 151 • South Pittsburg, TN 37380 • (423) 837-2100
Natural Gas Model
VF30IN
This is an vent-free 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.
Combustion And Ventilation Air" on page 7 of this
manual.
THIS APPLIANCE MAY BE INSTALLED IN
AN AFTERMARKET* MANUFACTURED
(MOBILE)
HOME,
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.
U
VF30I FIREPLACE INSERT
VENT-FREE ROOM HEATER
Refer to "Adequate
WHERE
NOT
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S
WARNINGS
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
phone. 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.
WARNING: This appliance is for installation only in
a solid-fuel burning fireplace or approved ventless
firebox enclosures.
1
Propane (LPG) Model
VF30IL
G S
A
R
851342A 9/98

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  • Page 1 UNITED STATES STOVE COMPANY 227 Industrial Park Road • P.O. Box 151 • South Pittsburg, TN 37380 • (423) 837-2100 Natural Gas Model VF30IN This is an vent-free gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION...3-4 PRODUCT FEATURES...4 SPECIFICATIONS...5 CONTENTS...5 UNIT DIMENSIONS...6 MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM SIZE OF FIREPLACE...6 ITEMS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION...7 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION...7-11 CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES...11 INSTALLING TOP SURROUND & BRASS TRIM...12 PREPARING FIREPLACE...13 GAS CONNECTION...14-15 GAS PRESSURE CHECK...15 WIRING BLOWER ASSEMBLY...16 LOGS AND LOG STOP ASSEMBLY...17...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. The VF30IN/VF30IL vent-free gas heater system cannot be installed in a bedroom or bathroom. Solid-fuels shall not be burned in a fireplace where an unvented room heater is installed.
  • Page 4: Product Features

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Outside air ducts in the fireplace shall be permanently closed at the time of appliance installation. Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. Fireplace screen must be closed during operation of the heater. This vent-free gas heater is intended to be smokeless.
  • Page 5: Specifications

    There are no exacts with the adjustment, you will need to experiment with the setting to find what works best for you needs. VF30IN and VF30IL Vent-free Gas Room Heaters 1. Owner's manual.
  • Page 6: Unit Dimensions

    UNIT DIMENSIONS MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM SIZE OF FIREPLACE D I M EN SI O N M I N I M UM 26" 22- 1/ 4" 13- 1/ 4" M AXI M U M 44" 32" 24"...
  • Page 7: Items Required For Installation

    ITEMS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION Ensure that the following items are available before proceeding with installation: • External regulator (for propane/LPG only) • Piping which complies with local codes • Pipe sealant approved for use with propane/LPG (resistant to sulfur compounds) CODES Adhere to all local codes or in their absence, the latest edition of THE NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI Z223.1 or NFPA54 which can be obtained from:...
  • Page 8 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Providing adequate ventilation The following is excerpts from National Fuel Gas Code. NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation. All spaces in homes fall into one of the three following ventilation classifications: 1.
  • Page 9 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION 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.
  • Page 10 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Vent room directly to the outdoors. See Ventilation Air from Outdoors, page 11. Install a 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.
  • Page 11: Clearances To Combustibles

    AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION 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.
  • Page 12: Installing Top Surround & Brass Trim

    INSTALLING TOP SURROUND & BRASS TRIM INSTALLING TOP SURROUND YOU WILL NEED A FLATHEAD SCREW 3/8" DRIVER AND A DRIVER TO ATTACH THE SURROUND AND BRASS TRIM The top surround is shipped unassembled for shipping purposes only. To install the top surround place the surround on top of the unit and line up the holes.
  • Page 13: Preparing Fireplace

    WARNING: IF THIS APPLIANCE IS INSTALLED IN A FACTORY-BUILT FIREPLACE, DO NOT BLOCK OR RESTRICT ANY OF THE GRILLES ON THE FACTORY-BUILT FIREPLACE. THE GRILLES ALLOW AIR CIRCULATION WHICH PREVENTS THE FACTORY-BUILT FIREPLACE FROM OVERHEATING. BLOCKING OR RESTRICTING THE AIR CIRCULATION CAN CAUSE A FIRE HAZARD.
  • Page 14: Gas Connection

    GAS CONNECTION A qualified 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.
  • Page 15: Gas Pressure Check

    FIGURE 5. Option #2 for gas connection The heater regulator controls the burner pressure which should be checked at the pressure test point located on the right side of the main control and is accessible from the side of the gas log assembly (see FIGURE 6). The pressure should be checked with the heater burning and the control set to high (HI).
  • Page 16: Wiring Blower Assembly

    WIRING BLOWER ASSEMBLY To locate the blower, open the lower access door and locate the blower cover as shown in FIGURE 7. The blower is located directly behind the blower cover. The blower comes partially pre-wired into the junction box. To complete wiring, run the house power supply into the heater through one of the knockouts located on either side of the firebox.
  • Page 17: Logs And Log Stop 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.
  • Page 18: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Avoid any 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 firebox. Ceiling fans may create drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Sooting and improper burning will occur.
  • Page 19: Operating Instructions

    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. Push in gas control (knob 1) slightly and turn clockwise to "OFF".
  • Page 20: Cleaning / Servicing

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 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 light the pilot with a match. First, locate the pilot. The pilot is located behind the burner tube on the right end (facing the unit), inside the firebox.
  • Page 21: Flame Appearance

    Periodic Cleaning • Do not use cleaning fluid to clean logs or any part of heater. • Logs - Brush with soft bristle brush or vacuum with brush attachment. • Vacuum loose particles and dust from the front and rear burner, control, and piezo. •...
  • Page 22 HEATER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT PARTS...
  • Page 23: Parts List For Heater Assembly

    PART # 24731 24732 24733 24734 24735 69184 24738 80337 24759 24761 89390A 24739 24742 24743 24744 24745 24746 24747 24748 83477 89899 83323 24749 24750 89659 89902 89903 83818 24755 24756 89905 89906 89907 83887 N/S = NOT SHOWN PARTS LIST FOR HEATER ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION CABINET BOTTOM...
  • Page 24: Parts List For Burner & Log Assembly

    BURNER & LOG ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 25 K EY P A R T# D E S C R I P TI O N 24751 BU R N ER PLATE 24752 C O N TR O L BR AC KET 81195 C O N TR O L VALVE ( N ATU R AL) 81196 C O N TR O L VALVE ( L.
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Turn off and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater. NOTE: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. OBSERVED PROBLEM When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/Pilot. Appliance produces unwanted odors.
  • Page 27 OBSERVED PROBLEM ODS/Pilot lights, but flame goes out When control knob is released. (continued from page 25) One or both burner do not light after ODS/pilot is lit. Burner backfires during combustion. Slight smoke or odor during initial operation. Logs appear to smoke after initial operation.
  • Page 28 3. The MODEL NUMBER: 4. The SERIAL NUMBER BEFORE INSTALLING YOUR HEATER, FILL IN THE SERIAL NUMBER IN THE SPACE PROVIDED ABOVE FOR YOUR RECORDS. UNITED STATES STOVE COMPANY VF30IN 227 Industrial Park Rd., P.O. Box 151 South Pittsburg, TN 37380 (423) 837-2100...

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