Superior Fireplaces VRT3232WS Assembly, Installation And Operation Instructions

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P900975-00
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:
Installation must be performed by a licensed plumber or
gas fitter;
• See Table of Contents for location of additional Common-
wealth of Massachusetts requirements.
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.
FOR YOUR SAFETY: Do not store or use gasoline
or other flammables or liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
FOR YOUR SAFETY: What to do if you smell gas:
• DO NOT light any appliance.
• DO NOT touch any electrical switches.
• Do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow your gas suppliers
instructions.
• If your gas supplier cannot be reached, call
the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by
a qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
C
US
Report No. F14-168
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
UNIVERSAL VENT-FREE FIREBOX
32" x 28", 36" x 28", & 42" x 28" Universal Vent-Free Fireboxes
P/N 900975-00 REV. A 06/2019
MODELS
VRT3232WS
VRT3236WS
VRT3232WH
VRT3236WH
FOR USE ONLY WITH A LISTED GAS-FIRED
UNVENTED DECORATIVE ROOM HEATER NOT TO
EXCEED 40,000 BTU/H.
DO NOT BUILD A WOOD FIRE.
WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUST-
MENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE
CAN CAUSE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
REFER TO THIS MANUAL. FOR ASSISTANCE OR
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONSULT A QUALI-
FIED INSTALLER, SERVICE AGENCY OR THE GAS
SUPPLIER.
Carefully review the instructions supplied with
the decorative type unvented room heater for the
minimum fireplace size requirement.
DO NOT INSTALL AN APPLIANCE IN THIS FIREBOX
UNLESS THIS FIREBOX MEETS THE MINIMUM
DIMENSIONS REQUIRED FOR THE INSTALLATIONS.
THIS IS A VENT-FREE GAS-FIRED HEATER ENCLO-
SURE. IT USES AIR (OXYGEN) FROM THE ROOM
IN WHICH IT IS INSTALLED. PROVISIONS FOR
ADEQUATE COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR
MUST BE PROVIDED. REFER TO COMBUSTION
AND VENTILATION AIR SECTION, PAGE 4.
Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out
of traffic and away from furniture or draperies.
Do not place clothing or other materials on or near this appliance.
IMPORTANT: READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS
COMPLETELY BEFORE INSTALLING YOUR VENT-FREE ROOM
HEATERS.
VRT3242WS
VRT3242WH

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS UNIVERSAL VENT-FREE FIREBOX 32" x 28", 36" x 28", & 42" x 28" Universal Vent-Free Fireboxes P/N 900975-00 REV. A 06/2019 MODELS VRT3232WS VRT3236WS VRT3242WS VRT3232WH VRT3236WH VRT3242WH P900975-00 FOR USE ONLY WITH A LISTED GAS-FIRED INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING WARNING INFORMATION Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early • The heater must be isolated from INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THESE INSTRUC- signs of carbon monoxide poisoning the gas supply piping system by TIONS WITH THE OWNER. closing its individual manual are similar to the flu with head- OWNER: PLEASE RETAIN THESE INSTRUC- shut-off valve during any pres-...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONGRATULATIONS! Misc. Codes / Standards The Installation must conform to local codes or, In selecting this Superior ® Vent-Free Gas Firebox you have chosen the finest and most dependable fireplace to be found anywhere. A beautiful, prestigious, alternative to a wood in the absence of local codes, with the National burning fireplace.
  • Page 4: Combustion And Ventilation Air

    COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR c. caulking or sealants are applied to areas ________ (volume of space) x 20 = (Maxi- such as joints around window and door mum BTU/Hr the space can support) frames, between sole plates and floors, Example: 3,168 cu. ft. (volume of space) x WARNING 20 = 63,360 (maximum BTU/Hr space can between wall-ceiling joints, between...
  • Page 5: Cold Climate Insulation

    COLD CLIMATE INSULATION LOCATION OF FIREBOX WARNING Carefully select the best location for installation For cold climate installations, seal all cracks Do not install these built-in Vent- of your built-in Vent-Free firebox. The following around the appliance with noncombustible factors should be taken into consideration: Free fireboxes in sleeping quarters, material and wherever cold air could enter or in recreational vehicles.
  • Page 6: Clearances

    Clearances Ceiling clearance: The ceiling must be at least 40" from the top of the firebox opening (Figure 2). Ensure the minimum clearances shown in Figures 2 through 4 are maintained. Left and right clearances are determined when facing the Noncombustible material: Noncombustible materials, such as slate and front of the firebox.
  • Page 7 NOTE: No combustible material shall be allowed to Combustible Mantel and Trim Clearance overlap or contact any section of the front painted face. VRT3200 Series Models WITH Hood Installed Hood is required for ALL VRT3232 models. Noncombustible material (minimum requirements) with wood mantel or other combustible projections: To install the firebox with a wood Safe Zone mantel, shelf or other combustible projection above firebox opening.
  • Page 8: Assembly Steps

    ASSEMBLY STEPS Never use galvanized or plastic pipe. IMPORTANT lines must be routed, constructed and made NOTES: of materials that are in strict accordance with Hold heater regulator with a wrench • Illustrations shown in this manual reflect local codes and regulations. We recommend to prevent movement when connect- “typical”...
  • Page 9: Firebox Framing

    Firebox Framing 3. Note the floor construction, i.e. 2" x 6", 2" x NOTE: The nailing flange and the area directly 8" or 2" x 10", single or double joists, type behind the nailing flange is exempt from the clearances described on the firebox clearance and thickness of floor boards.
  • Page 10: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Fireplace Dimensions Model No. VRT3232WS 27-7/8 37-3/4 37-1/4 19-1/2 3-3/16 15-7/8 7-1/2 1-3/8 5-1/2 30-3/8 29-5/8 VRT3232WH (839) (708) (956) (947) (496) (508) (77) (81) (404) (191) (305) (35) (140) (772) (753) VRT3236WS 27-7/8 41-3/4 37-1/4 23-1/2 3-3/16 15-7/8...
  • Page 11: Framing Specifications

    FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS Corner Installation Framing Dimensions Back Wall Of Chase/Enclosure This Figure corresponds to Table 1 Opening VRT3232WS VRT3236WS VRT3242WS Including Finishing Materials If Any VRT3232WH VRT3236WH VRT3242WH 38-1/4 (972) 42-1/4 (1073) 48-1/4 (1226) 40-1/4 (1022) 40-1/4 (1022) 40-1/4 (1022)
  • Page 12: Hood Installation

    HOOD KIT INSTALLATION The firebox canopy (hood) shall not be modified or replaced with a canopy that may be provided with the unvented decorative room heater. NOTE: A hood comes standard and is required for model VRT3232. The factory-supplied hood must be installed on the firebox for safe Hood operation for model VRT3232 series in all installations (this part is optional for VRT3236 and VRT3242 models).
  • Page 13 APPROVED ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS Outside Air Gate and Duct Kit Touch-Up Paint Kit Repair of minor scratches and discoloration of the appliance black painted surfaces These kits have an air gate assembly, 4" diameter duct and a termina- may be accomplished with the touch-up paint kit. tion hood.
  • Page 14: Replacement Parts List

    IHP.us.com for referral information. WARNING REFRACTORY PANELS LIFTING HAZARD SINGLE - PERSON LIFT COULD CAUSE INJURY. USE ASSISTANCE WHEN MOVING OR LIFTING. VRT3232WS VRT3232WH VRT3236WS VRT3236WH VRT3242WS VRT3242WH Cat. # F4067 Cat. # F4069 Cat.
  • Page 15: Warranty

    Innovative Hearth Products Superior Brand Gas Fireplaces, Stoves and Inserts ® 20 Year Limited Warranty THE WARRANTY Innovative Hearth Products ("IHP") 20 Year Limited Warranty warrants your Superior Brand gas fireplace, Stove or Insert ("Product") to be free from defects in materials ®...
  • Page 16 Innovative Hearth Products (IHP) reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in design, materials, specifications, prices and the discontinuance of colors, styles and products. Consult your local distributor for fireplace code information. Printed in U.S.A. © 2019 Innovative Hearth Products P/N 900975-00 REV.

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