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P/N 901010-00 Rev. C 06/2021
P901010-00
This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also
contains information that will enable you to obtain replacement parts or accessory items when needed. Keep
it with your other important papers.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or
property damage. Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures. For assistance or
additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
This fireplace is approved for use on an outdoor application provided that a certified gas log set approved
under the ANSI Z21.97 standard with a maximum input rate of 40,000 BTU's is used. An IHP hood must be
installed when using a vent-free log heater (see Parts, page 17).
DO NOT INSTALL THE APPLIANCE IN THIS FIREBOX, UNLESS THIS FIREBOX MEETS THE MINIMUM DIMEN-
SIONS REQUIRED FOR THE INSTALLATION.
WARNING: 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: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury or death.
— 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.
• Leave the building immediately
• 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.
Installation and Operation Instructions
Outdoor Vent-Free Firebox
(Box only, Mosaic Masonry Brick Liner Required)
PFS
®
US
Report No. F09-130
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Models
VRE6036
VRE6042
VRE6050
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- Page 1 Installation and Operation Instructions Outdoor Vent-Free Firebox (Box only, Mosaic Masonry Brick Liner Required) Models P/N 901010-00 Rev. C 06/2021 ® VRE6036 VRE6042 VRE6050 Report No. F09-130 P901010-00 SAVE THIS BOOK This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also contains information that will enable you to obtain replacement parts or accessory items when needed.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Thank you for your purchase. We appreciate your TABLE OF CONTENTS business! Safety ..................... 2 Please carefully read and follow all instructions in this manual. Pay Local Codes ................... 3 special attention to all warnings and safety information. Product Features ................3 Following these safety, care, and operation instructions will help Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.... -
Page 3: Local Codes
SAFETY Continued COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS REQUIREMENTS 1. Do not use this firebox as a wood burning fireplace. Use only These appliances are approved for installation in the US state of decorative unvented room heaters (log sets). Massachusetts if the following additional requirements are met: 2. -
Page 4: Product Specifications
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 36" MODELS " 29" " (Ref.) 19" " " " " " 36" HEARTH " " 50- / " 30" " " 7" " " " 36" " " Figure 1 - VRE6036 SuperiorFireplaces.us.com 901010-00_C... - Page 5 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Continued 42" MODELS " " " 23" (Ref.) " " " " " 42" HEARTH " " 50- / " 30" " 7" " " " " 42" " 13" Figure 2 - VRE6042 901010-00_C SuperiorFireplaces.us.com...
- Page 6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Continued 50" MODELS " " " 23" " (Ref.) " " " " 50" HEARTH " " 50- / " 30" " " " 7" " 50" " " 13" Figure 3 - VRE6050 SuperiorFireplaces.us.com 901010-00_C...
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Page 7: Air For Combustion And Ventilation
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Confined and Unconfined Space WARNING: This firebox shall not be installed in a The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 allows two meth- room or space unless the required volume of indoor ods for determining whether the space in which the heater is being combustion air is provided by the method described installed is confined or unconfined. - Page 8 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued ______ Btu/Hr (maximum the space can support) Ventilation Air From Outdoors ______ Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used) Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts. You must Example: 63,360 Btu/Hr (maximum the space can support) provide two permanent openings: one within 12"...
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Page 9: Installation
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION CLEARANCES WARNING: A qualified service person must install firebox. Follow all local codes. WARNING: Maintain the minimum clearances. If you can, provide greater clearances from floor, ceil- WARNING: Never install firebox ing, and adjoining wall. • in a bedroom or bathroom* •... - Page 10 INSTALLATION Continued Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation BUILT-IN FIREBOX INSTALLATION If placing custom mantel above built-in firebox, you must meet Built-in installation of this firebox involves installing firebox into a the minimum allowable clearance between mantel shelf and top of framed-in enclosure.
- Page 11 INSTALLATION Continued IMPORTANT: When finishing your firebox, combustible materials such 1. Assemble cabinet mantel as instructed. as wall board, gypsum board, sheet rock, drywall, plywood, etc. may 2. Install gas piping to firebox location. See Gas Line Installation on be butted up next to the sides and top of the firebox. Combustible page 14.
- Page 12 MOSAIC MASONRY BRICK INSTALLATION NOTE: A Mosaic Masonry panel kit is required for use with your Hearth VRE6036, VRE6042, or VRE6050 Firebox. (Not supplied, see page 18 for models available). Figure 14 - Slots for Firebrick Walls IMPORTANT: Installation of brick panels should be Secure the firebrick wall using 2 of the retainers provided.
- Page 13 INSTALLATION Continued GROUTING INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING FIREPLACE HOOD AND SCREENS Note: Grouting material provided with mosaic brick kit 1. Attach hood to firebox using screws provided (see Figure 16). Moisten brick surface with damp sponge or spray bottle just prior 2. Slide round end of screen rod into rings at top of screen. Attach to application.
- Page 14 INSTALLATION Continued GAS LINE INSTALLATION CAUTION: All gas piping and connections must be tested for leaks after the installation is completed. WARNING: A qualified service person must connect After ensuring that the gas valve is on, apply soap and heater to gas supply. Follow all local codes. water solution to all connections and joints.
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Page 15: Technical Service
TECHNICAL SERVICE REPLACEMENT PARTS Continued You may have further questions about installation, operation, or When ordering repair parts, always give the following information: troubleshooting. Please contact your IHP dealer for any questions 1. The model number of the fireplace. or concerns a. When contacting your dealer please have your model 2. -
Page 16: Parts
PARTS 36", 42", AND 50" MODELS 15/16 15/16 SuperiorFireplaces.us.com 901010-00_C... - Page 17 15 of this manual. WARNING: Contact an IHP dealer to obtain any of these parts. Never use substitute materials not approved by IHP. Use of non-approved parts can result in poor performance and safety hazards. VRE6036 VRE6042 VRE6050 NO. CATALOG NO. DESCRIPTION...
- Page 18 PARTS MOSAIC MASONRY BRICK KITS A Mosaic Masonry brick panel kit is required for use with your VRE6036, VRE6042, or VRE6050 Firebox. Catalog numbers are included for convenience. CATALOG NO. MODEL NO. DESCRIPTION WARNING: Use only Masonry brick panels ap-...
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Page 19: Warranty
® 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 ® and workmanship at the time of manufacture. The product body, firebox and barrier carry the 20 Year Limited Warranty. Ceramic glass carries the 20 Year Limited Warranty against thermal breakage only. - Page 20 SuperiorFireplaces.us.com Record the following important information about your fireplace: Fireplace model number Fireplace serial number Date fireplace was Installed Type of gas fireplace uses Dealer name P901010-00 Innovative Hearth Products reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in design, materials, specifications, prices and also to discontinue colors, styles and products.