Introduction - Empire Comfort Systems VFD20MS30N-1 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Always consult your local Building Department regarding regulations,
codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of an unvented
room heater.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* permanently
located, manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by
state or local codes.
Instructions to Installer
1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after
installation.
2. Installer must have owner fill out and mail product registration
card supplied with unvented room heater.
3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate unvented
room heater.
This product is design certified in accordance with American National
Standards Institute Z21.11.2 by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) as
an Unvented Room Heater and should be installed according to
these instructions.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from
the manufacturer.
Well Head Gas Installations
Some Natural Gas utilities use "well head" gas. This may affect
the Btu output of the unit and promote sooting. Units shall not be
converted to use well head gas.
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.
This appliance is equipped for (Natural or Propane) Gas.
Field conversion is not permitted.
NOTICE: Remove screw in valve cover. Screw is required to prevent
shipping damage.
Attention: During initial use of ceramic log you will detect an
odor as the ceramic log is cured.
Any alteration of the original design, installed other than as
shown in these instructions or use with a type of gas not
shown on the rating plate is the responsibility of the person
and company making the change. Do not operate this appliance
unless all components including logs, burners, and controls
are in good working condition. Never operate this appliance
if any log or twig is broken, or out of their intended position.
Refer to Log Placement on pages 10 - 11 for correct log and
twig positioning.
Replacement parts are available through your local dealer as
indicated in the Parts Sections on pages 36 through 38.
This unit is not for use with solid fuels.
Important
All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number, Serial
Number and type of gas.
NOTICE: During initial firing of this unit, its paint will bake out, and
smoke may occur. To prevent triggering of smoke alarms, ventilate
the room in which the unit is installed.
Installation in Residential Garages
Gas utilization equipment in residential garages shall be installed
so that all burners and burner ignition devices are located not less
than 18" (457 mm) above the floor.
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Such equipment shall be located, or protected, so it is not subject
to physical damage by a moving vehicle.
Preparation
This vent free gas fireplace and its components are tested and safe
when installed in accordance with this Installation Manual. Report
to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment, specifically check
log placement. Do not install unit with damaged, incomplete, or
substitute parts. Read all instructions before starting installation
and follow these instructions carefully during installation to insure
maximum benefit and safety. Failure to follow them will void your
warranty and may present a fire hazard.
The warranty will be voided by, and the warranter disclaims any
responsibility for the following actions:
• Installation of any damaged fireplace.
• Modification of the fireplace.
• Installation other than as instructed by Empire Comfort
Systems Inc.
• Improper positioning of the logs.
• Installation and/or use of any component part not manufactured
or approved by manufacturer.
Qualified Installing Agency
Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equipment or
accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be performed
only by a qualified agency. The term "qualified agency" means any
individual, firm, corporation or company which either in person or
through a representative is engaged in and is responsible for (a)
the installation or replacement of gas piping or (b) the connection,
installation, repair or servicing of equipment, who is experienced in
such work, familiar with all precautions required and has complied
with all the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts: The installation must be
made by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth
of Massachusetts.
Sellers of unvented Propane or Natural Gas-fired supplemental
room heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy of 527 CMR
30 upon sale of the unit. In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts,
unvented Propane or Natural Gas-fired space heaters shall be
prohibited in bedrooms and bathrooms.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of
local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.*
*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc., 11
West 42nd St., New York, N.Y. 10036.
Any change to this fireplace or its controls can be dangerous.
Improper installation or use of the fireplace can cause serious
injury or death from fire, burns, explosions, or carbon monoxide
poisoning.
Any alteration of the original design, installed other than shown
in these instructions or use with a type of gas not shown on
the rating plate is the responsibility of the person and company
making the change.
Hot surfaces when in operation.
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