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VFC Vent Free Fireplace System
Installation & Operating Instructions
Models: VFC24C, VFC24L, VFC32C & VFC32L
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.
– 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.
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Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air
(oxygen) from the room in which it is installed.
Provisions for adequate combustion and venti-
lation air must be provided. Refer to Page 8.
Monessen • VFC 24/32 Owner Manual • 20308011 • Rev J • 01/22
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future
reference.
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- Page 1 VFC Vent Free Fireplace System Installation & Operating Instructions Models: VFC24C, VFC24L, VFC32C & VFC32L 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. •...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS VFC Vent Free Fireplace System Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Monessen Fireplace. PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty. Important Safety Information ........ -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION VFC Vent Free Fireplace System OWNER INSTALLER Please retain these instructions for future reference. Please leave these instructions with the appliance. WARNING: • Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous. • Improper installation or use of the heater can cause serious injury or death from fire, burns, explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning. -
Page 4: Codes
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION VFC Vent Free Fireplace System The initial break-in operation should last six hours with THIS APPLIANCE MAY BE INSTALLED IN AN the burner at the highest setting. Provide maximum AFTER-MARKET, PERMANENTLY LOCATED, ventilation by opening windows or doors to allow MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOME, WHERE odors to dissipate. -
Page 5: Product Features
VFC Vent Free Fireplace System PRODUCT FEATURES GAS SPECIFICATIONS AND ORIFICE SIZES ORIFICE MODEL FUEL CONTROL SIZE Fireplace VFC24CNV NAT MILLIVOLT 22,000 16,000 2.35mm Screen VFC24CPV MILLIVOLT 22,000 20,000 1.45mm VFC24CNI 22,000 16,000 2.35mm VFC24CPI 22,000 20,000 1.45mm VFC24LNV MILLIVOLT 22,000 16,000 2.35mm VFC24LPV MILLIVOLT 22,000 20,000... -
Page 6: Cold Climate Option
PRODUCT FEATURES VFC Vent Free Fireplace System COLD CLIMATE OPTION (IPI Models Only) To remedy this issue, your fireplace has been designed with a cold climate pilot option, which, when active, maintains NOTE: If you live in a cold climate, seal all cracks around a warmer temperature inside your firebox to make ignition your appliance and wherever cold air could enter the room, faster and more efficient. -
Page 7: Fireplace And Framing Dimensions
FIREPLACE AND FRAMING DIMENSIONS VFC Vent Free Fireplace System Min. Rough Opening Depth 1/2” or 5/8” O - Min. Rough Opening Width Min. Rough Opening Height Model Pounds VFC24LNV/CNV VFC24LPV/CPV VFC24LNI/CNI VFC24LPI/CPI VFC32LNV/CNV VFC32LPV/CPV VFC32LNI/CNI VFC32LPI/CPI ► Figure 3. Fireplace and Framing Dimensions Ref. -
Page 8: Pre-Installation Information
PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION VFC Vent Free Fireplace System WARNING—Do not install the heater: WARNING: • Where curtains, furniture, clothing, or • Gloves are recommended when handling other flammable objects are less than refractory cement logs to prevent skin 42" from the front of the heater. irritation from loose fibers. -
Page 9: Fireplace Installation
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION VFC Vent Free Fireplace System Unusually tight construction is defined as construction FIREPLACE LOCATION where: Carefully select the best location for installation of your a. walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere unvented fireplace. The following factors should be taken have a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating of into consideration. -
Page 10: Clearances
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION VFC Vent Free Fireplace System CLEARANCES 12” Ensure that minimum clearances shown in Figure 6 and Figure 7 are maintained. Left and right clearances are determined when facing the front of the firebox. Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe instal- 19”... -
Page 11: Framing And Anchoring
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION VFC Vent Free Fireplace System VINYL FLOORING ► 4. Anchor firebox to the side framing members using 8d nails or other suitable fasteners. Figure 10 Vinyl Flooring is sensitive to heat. A 14 inch minimum 5. The canopy must be installed for safe operation of the depth hearth extension is recommended when using vinyl heater. -
Page 12: Gas Line And Pressure
GAS LINE & PRESSURE VFC Vent Free Fireplace System CONNECTING THE GAS LINE WARNING: Connecting directly to an unregulated propane/LPG tank can NOTICE: A qualified gas appliance installer must connect cause an explosion the heater to the gas supply. Consult all local codes. WARNING: Use new black iron or steel pipe. -
Page 13: Check Gas Pressure - Ipi
VFC Vent Free Fireplace System FINAL INSTALLATION CHECK GAS PRESSURE – IPI 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply is different from the fireplace, STOP! Do not install the appliance. -
Page 14: Electrical Wiring - Millivolt
ELECTRICAL WIRING — MILLIVOLT VFC Vent Free Fireplace System ODS Pilot On/Off Switch Field Installed Optional Pilot Wall Switch or Remote Receiver Valve On/Off Switch Spade Terminal TH = 3 TP = 1 TP/TH = 2 FP2112a Switch Figure 18. Wiring Diagram FP2112a WARNING: Label all wires prior to... -
Page 15: Connect Remote Receiver
ELECTRICAL WIRING — MILLIVOLT VFC Vent Free Fireplace System CONNECT REMOTE RECEIVER THESE INSTRUCTIONS SUPERCEDE THE SECTION ENTITLED “HEARTH MOUNT” IN THE MILLIVOLT HAND-HELD REMOTE INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED WITH THE REMOTE. Figure 18 1. Remove bottom control door. 2. Connect the remote connector wires located in the unit to the remote receiver. -
Page 16: Operating Instructions-Millivolt
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS—MILLIVOLT VFC Vent Free Fireplace System FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instruction exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance is equipped with a pilot which must be lit with built-in piezo ignitor while following these instructions exactly. -
Page 17: Lighting Pilot
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS—MILLIVOLT VFC Vent Free Fireplace System LIGHTING PILOT FOR THE FIRST TIME APPROVED LEAK TESTING METHOD You may check for gas leaks with the following methods only: • Soap and water solution • An approved leak testing spray • Electronic sniffer NOTE: Remove any excessive pipe compound from the connections. -
Page 18: Lighting Burner
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – MILLIVOLT VFC Vent Free Fireplace System LIGHTING BURNER LIGHTING THE BURNER Depress and turn the knob counterclockwise to the “ON” position. It will take less than four (4) seconds for the burner to ignite. MAIN BURNER SWITCH This switch allows you to turn on and to turn off the main burner without using the gas valve knob. -
Page 19: Electrical Installation - Ipi
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION — IPI VFC Vent Free Fireplace System WARNING: Do NOT connect to a Label all wires before disconnecting when 110V circuit. servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. JUNCTION BOX WIRING WARNING: Electrical connections should only be performed by a qualified, licensed 1. -
Page 20: Wall Switch Installation
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION – IPI VFC Vent Free Fireplace System WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION board. Run wire to desired location on wall. Up to 50 feet of 18 gauge wire may be used if necessary. Attach wires The wall switch wire connection is located off the wire to wall switch. -
Page 21: Operating Instructions - Ipi
VFC Vent Free Fireplace System OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – IPI ® OPERATIONS AND INDICATIONS Cold Climate Switch CONTROL BOARD Master Switch System Set Up Chart NOTE: When using ON/OFF wall switch, the master switch, located in bottom of fireplace must be in the ON position to perform all configuration setup operations. -
Page 22: For Your Safety Read Before Lighting
VFC Vent Free Fireplace System OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – IPI 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 lie. A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Refer to the instructions. -
Page 23: Electrical Wiring - Fan
VFC Vent Free Fireplace System ELECTRICAL WIRING – FAN WARNING: This fireplace has a three- WARNING: Never attempt to service prong, grounded electrical plug. This heater while it is plugged in, operating, plug helps protect you against electrical or hot. Burns and/or electrical shock could shock. -
Page 24: Log And Media Placement
VFC Vent Free Fireplace System LOG AND MEDIA PLACEMENT WARNING: The positioning of the logs is critical to the safe and clean operation of this heater. Sooting and other problems may result if the logs are not properly and firmly positioned in the appliance. -
Page 25: Log Placement (Vfc24L/Vfc32L Only)
LOG AND MEDIA PLACEMENT VFC Vent Free Fireplace System LOG PLACEMENT (VFC24L AND VFC32L DO NOT sprinkle volcanic rock on the logs ONLY) or around the pilot or the main burner. This Before you begin — This unit is supplied with six (6) re- may cause sooting. -
Page 26: Glass Only Placement
LOG AND MEDIA PLACEMENT VFC Vent Free Fireplace System 5. Place the left middle log #5 with the C channel locking 7. Place the top center log #7 by aligning the notch from the front and middle log in place. Figure 29 log #3 to the bottom. -
Page 27: Flame Appearance
FLAME APPEARANCE VFC Vent Free Fireplace System CHECKING THE PILOT FLAME PILOT AND BURNER FLAME APPEARANCE The pilot flame must always be present when the Flames from the pilot, front and rear burner should be heater is in operation. It should just touch the top of the visually checked as soon as the heater is installed. -
Page 28: Checking Burner Flame
VFC Vent Free Fireplace System FLAME APPEARANCE CHECKING BURNER FLAME OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS VFC24L/VFC32L MODELS Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Do In normal operation at full rate after 15 minutes, the not allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace. Do not following flame appearances should be observed: place a blower inside the burn area of the firebox. -
Page 29: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS VFC Vent Free Fireplace System FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instruction exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance is equipped with a piezo ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. If the piezo is not working properly see Match Lighting Instructions. -
Page 30: Millivolt/Thermostat Control Lighting Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS VFC Vent Free Fireplace System MILLIVOLT/THERMOSTAT CONTROL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read the safety information label. 2. Make sure the manual shutoff valve is fully open. 3. This gas log set is equipped with an ignition device (piezo) which automatically lights the pilot. If piezo ignitor does not light the pilot, refer to instructions for Match Lighting Instructions on the following page. -
Page 31: Match Lighting Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS VFC Vent Free Fireplace System MATCH LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Remove any items necessary for easy access to the pilot (for example: logs, screens, etc.). 2. Follow appropriate lighting instructions found previously. Instead of pushing and releasing the piezo button, light a match and hold the flame to the end of the pilot and ignite the pilot. -
Page 32: Cleaning And Servicing
CLEANING AND SERVICING VFC Vent Free Fireplace System WARNING: Turn off heater and allow to cool before cleaning. Disconnect electrical power before cleaning or servicing. PERIODIC CLEANING ANNUAL CLEANING/INSPECTION Refer to parts diagram for location of items discussed Refer to parts diagram for location of items discussed below. -
Page 33: Optional Accessories
VFC Vent Free Fireplace System OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES FORCED AIR KIT If you are installing the forced air kit (Models BLO24T or BLOT), see the installation instructions provided with the kit for electrical wiring requirements or the blower instal- Retainer lation section. Brackets Model VFC24 uses blower model BLO24T. -
Page 34: Installing Optional Porcelain Panels
VFC Vent Free Fireplace System INSTALLING OPTIONAL PORCELAIN INSTALLING OPTIONAL BLACK MAGIC PANELS PANELS NOTE: Porcelain liner kits are approved for use with op- NOTE: Black Magic glass liner kits are approved for tional fireglass and log kits. These kits are designed to fit use with optional fireglass and log kits. -
Page 35: Troubleshooting
VFC Vent Free Fireplace System TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn appliance OFF and allow to cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair the heater. NOTE: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION When ignitor button is pressed, 1. - Page 36 TROUBLESHOOTING VFC Vent Free Fireplace System OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION ODS/pilot lights, but flame 1. Control knob not fully pressed in. 1. Press in control knob fully. goes out when control knob is 2. Control knob not pressed in long 2.
- Page 37 TROUBLESHOOTING VFC Vent Free Fireplace System IPI SYSTEM Battery polarity wrong? Reinstall batteries correctly. Make sure control board is No beep or flashing Flip the master switch to the connected to battery pack wire green light in about 5 ON position harness.
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Page 38: Replacement Parts
REPLACEMENT PARTS VFC Vent Free Fireplace System VFC FIREBOX PARTS REF. DESCRIPTION VFC24 VFC32 CANOPY 20308038K 20307978K SCREEN ASSEMBLY 20308061K 20307979K 20308191K 20307935K 20307926K 20307929K LEFT FIREBRICK (OPTIONAL) (CINNAMON) (COLONIAL RED) (CINNAMON) (COLONIAL RED) 20308190K 20307934K 20307925K 20307928K CENTER FIREBRICK (OPTIONAL) (CINNAMON) (COLONIAL RED) (CINNAMON) -
Page 39: Vfc24 Millivolt Burner Parts
REPLACEMENT PARTS VFC Vent Free Fireplace System VFC24 MILLIVOLT BURNER PARTS DESCRIPTION VFC24CNV VFC24CPV VFC24LNV VFC24LPV On/Off Switch 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 Piezo Ignitor 14D0503 14D0503 14D0503 14D0503 ODS Pilot Assembly 14D0473 14D0477 14D0473 14D0477 Piezo Wire 00K0632 00K0632 00K0632 00K0632 Control Valve 14D0467... -
Page 40: Vfc24 Ipi Burner Parts
REPLACEMENT PARTS VFC Vent Free Fireplace System VFC24 IPI BURNER PARTS DESCRIPTION VFC24CNI VFC24CPI VFC24LNI VFC24LPI Cold Climate Switch 95E0111 95E0111 95E0111 95E0111 On/Off Switch 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 Gas Valve 20307838K 20307839K 20307838K 20307839K Control Box 95E0100 95E0100 95E0100 95E0100 ODS Module 20303179... -
Page 41: Vfc32 Millivolt Burner Parts
REPLACEMENT PARTS VFC Vent Free Fireplace System VFC32 MILLIVOLT BURNER PARTS DESCRIPTION VFC32CNV VFC32CPV VFC32LNV VFC32LPV On/Off Switch 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 Piezo Ignitor 14D0503 14D0503 14D0503 14D0503 ODS Pilot Assembly 14D0473 14D0477 14D0473 14D0477 Piezo Wire 00K0632 00K0632 00K0632 00K0632 Control Valve 14D0467... -
Page 42: Vfc32 Ipi Burner Parts
REPLACEMENT PARTS VFC Vent Free Fireplace System VFC32 IPI BURNER PARTS DESCRIPTION VFC32CNI VFC32CPI VFC32LNI VFC32LPI Cold Climate Switch 95E0111 95E0111 95E0111 95E0111 On/Off Switch 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 Gas Valve 20307838K 20307839K 20307838K 20307839K Control Box 95E0100 95E0100 95E0100 95E0100 ODS Module 20303179... -
Page 43: Replacement Logs
REPLACEMENT PARTS VFC Vent Free Fireplace System REPLACEMENT LOGS QUANTITY VFC24 AND VFC32 REPLACEMENT PART NO. LOG # 1 20308256K LOG # 2 20308257K LOG # 3 20308258K LOG # 4 20308259K LOG # 5 20308260K LOG # 6 20308261K LOG # 7 20308262K WARNING:... -
Page 44: Warranty
VFC Vent Free Fireplace System ► Hearth & Home Technologies LLC LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Hearth & Home Technologies LLC (“HHT”) extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet and electric hearth appliances (each a “Product” and collectively, the “Product(s)”) and certain component parts set forth in the table below (“Component Part(s)”) that are purchased from a HHT authorized dealer or distributor. - Page 45 WARRANTY CONDITIONS: • Because HHT cannot control the quality of any Products sold by unauthorized sellers, this Warranty only covers Products that are purchased through an HHT authorized dealer or distributor unless otherwise prohibited by law; a list of HHT authorized dealers is available on the HHT branded websites.
- Page 46 Monessen, a brand of Hearth & Home Technologies 7571 215th Street West, Lakeville, MN 50044 www.monessenhearth.com...