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The White Mountain Log Collection
"SO" Log Assembly Shown
This appliance may be installed in an after-
market, permanently located, manufactured
(mobile) home, where not prohibited by local
codes.
This appliance is only for use with the type of
gas indicated on the rating plate. This appli-
ance is not convertible for use with other gases.
WARNINGS
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 flam-
mable 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
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.
12409-2-0403
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
OWNER'S MANUAL
AND
UNVENTED GAS LOG HEATER OR
VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE
MODELS
VFYM-16SO-2
VFYM-18SO-2
VFYM-24SO-2
VFYM-30SO-2
VFYM-16RWO-2
VFYM-18RWO-2
VFYM-24RWO-2
VFYM-30RWO-2
EFFECTIVE DATE
APRIL, 2003
This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air
(oxygen) from the room in which it is installed.
Provisions for adequate combustion and ventila-
tion air must be provided. Refer to page 7.
WARNING: If not installed, operated and main-
tained in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions, this product could expose you to
substances in fuel or from fuel combustion which
can cause death or serious illness.
WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF
UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS
Water vapor is a by-product of gas combustion.
An unvented room heater produces approxi-
mately one (1) ounce (30ml) of water for every
1,000 BTU's (.3KW's) of gas input per hour.
Refer to page 7.
VFYR-16SO-1
VFYR-18SO-1
VFYR-24SO-1
VFYR-30SO-1
VFYR-16RWO-1
VFYR-18RWO-1
VFYR-24RWO-1
VFYR-30RWO-1
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Summary of Contents for Empire Comfort Systems VFYM-16RWO-2
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Page 1: Installation Instructions
UNVENTED GAS LOG HEATER OR VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE VFYM-16SO-2 VFYM-18SO-2 VFYM-24SO-2 VFYM-30SO-2 VFYM-16RWO-2 VFYM-18RWO-2 VFYM-24RWO-2 VFYM-30RWO-2 This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed. Provisions for adequate combustion and ventila- tion air must be provided. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Page Important Safety Information ... 3 Safety Information for Users of LP Gas ... 4 Introduction ... 5 General Information ... 6 Provisions for Adequate Combustion and Ventilation Air ... 7 Water Vapor: By Product of Unvented Room Heaters ... 7 Clearances ... -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION • An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than 6,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bathroom. • An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than 10,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bed- room or bathroom. -
Page 4: Safety Information For Users Of Lp Gas
SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS Propane (LP-Gas) is a flammable gas which can cause fires and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and colorless. You may not know all the following safety precau- tions which can protect both you and your family from an accident. -
Page 5: Introduction
Always consult your local Building Department regarding regula- tions, codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of an unvented room heater/vented decorative appliance. This appliance 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. -
Page 6: General Information
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. Keep room area clear and free from combustible materials, gaso- line and other flammable vapors and liquids. Unvented gas heaters are a supplemental zone heater. -
Page 7: Provisions For Adequate Combustion And Ventilation Air
WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS Water vapor is a by-product of gas combustion. An unvented room heater produces approximately one (1) ounce (30ml) of water for every 1,000 BTU's (.3KW's) of gas input per hour. Unvented room heaters are recommended as supplemental heat (a room) rather than a primary heat source (an entire house). -
Page 8: Clearances
Minimum Dimensions For Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces UL127 Factory Built Fireplaces (Figure 2) Model VFYM-16 18" 13" VFYR-16 18" 13" VFYM-18 17" 14" VFYR-18 17" 14" VFYM-24 23" 14" VFYR-24 23" 14" VFYM-30 26" 14" VFYR-30 26" 14" Figure 2 The dimensions shown and defined in the fireplace manufacturer’s instructions are minimum clearances to maintain in installing this heater. -
Page 9: Combustible Material
MINIMUM CLEARANCE WITH HOOD (Figure 5) Example: A mantel may project from the wall a maximum of 2" at a minimum of 13-1/2" above the opening, and a maximum of 6" at a minimum of 15" above the opening. 8" Mantel 6"... -
Page 10: Fireplace Preparation
FIREPLACE PREPARATION BEFORE INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE • Turn off gas supply to fireplace or firebox. • Have the fireplace floor and chimney professionally cleaned to remove ashes, soot, creosote or other obstructions. Have this cleaning performed annually after installation. • Seal any fresh air vents or ash clean-out doors located on floor or wall of fireplace. -
Page 11: Before Fully Installing The Appliance
BEFORE FULLY INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE • Turn off the gas supply to the fireplace or firebox. • Seal any fresh air vents and/or ash clean-out doors located on the floor or wall of the fireplace. If left unsealed, drafting may cause pilot outage or sooting. -
Page 12: Gas Supply
t y p e o f g a s s u p p l y l i n e r e q u i r e d . Page 12 1.3 cm 1.3 cm 1.0 cm 1.3 cm GAS SUPPLY 1.6 cm 1.3 cm 1.0 cm... -
Page 13: Log Placement
LOG PLACEMENT(Figures 12, 13, 14 and 15) SO Logs Before you begin: This unit is supplied with a set of 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 14: Placement Of Glowing Embers And Lava Rock
LOG PLACEMENT (continued) PROPER INSTALLATION SEQUENCE: VFYR and VFYM-16RWO Logs (Figure 14) 1. Install front, left log (#1) onto the grate. The left end of front, left log must be placed to the outside of left grate. 2. Install front, right log (#3) onto right pin and middle pin on flat portion of main burner. -
Page 15: Operation Instructions/Flame Appearance
If settling of glass media occurs during shipment an additional one (1) pound bag of glass media, part number, 10267 can be ordered from Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. REMOTE Page 15... -
Page 16: Vfym-(16, 18, 24, 30) Lighting Instructions
VFYM LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. -
Page 17: Vfyr-(16, 18, 24, 30) Lighting Instructions
VFYR LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. -
Page 18: Pilot Flame Characteristics
PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS Figures 19 and 22 show a correct pilot flame pattern. The correct flame will be blue and will extend beyond the thermocouple. The flame will surround the thermocouple just below the tip. A slight yellow flame may occur where the pilot flame and main burner flame meet. -
Page 19: Wiring
PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS (continued) Cleaning and Maintenance/Pilot Oxygen Depletion Sensor Pilot (Figure 24) When the pilot has a large yellow tip flame, clean the Oxygen Depletion Sensor as follows: 1. Clean the ODS pilot by loosening nut B from the pilot tubing. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
Do not order bolts, screws, washers or nuts. They are standard hardware items and can be purchased at any local hardware store. Shipments contingent upon strikes, fires and all causes beyond our control. Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. Nine Eighteen Freeburg Ave. Belleville, Illinois 62220-2623 Page 20... -
Page 21: Burner Parts List & Parts View
BURNER PARTS LIST & PARTS VIEW Attention: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. Index Description Number Common Parts Glass Media (1 Lb.) Burner Support - Right Burner Support - Left Ignitor Wire Orifice Holder (18", 24", 30") Orifice Holder (16") Not Shown Rock Wool (2 Required) -
Page 22: Logs Parts List & Parts View
LOGS PARTS LIST & PARTS VIEW Attention: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. 16" LOGS Index Description Front Log Left Middle Log Middle Log Right Middle Log Rear Log 16" LOGS Index Description Front Left Log... -
Page 23: Service Notes
SERVICE NOTES Page 23 12409-2-0403... - Page 24 PH: 1-800-851-3153 Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. FAX: 1-800-443-8648 Nine Eighteen Freeburg Ave. E-MAIL: info@empirecomfort.com Belleville, Illinois 62222-0529 WEB SITE: www.empirecomfort.com 12409-2-0403 Page 24...