White Mountain Hearth VFHS-20R-4 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

The vail unvented gas fireplace

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The Vail Vent-Free Gas Fireplaces
This appliance may be installed in an
aftermarket, 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
appliance 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.
16717-2-0605

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

OWNER'S MANUAL
AND
UNVENTED
GAS FIREPLACE
MODELS
VFHS-20R-4
VFHS-20/10T-4
EFFECTIVE DATE
JUNE 2005
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the
appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future
reference.
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 6.
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:
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. Refer to
page 6.
A BY-PRODUCT OF
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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    (1) ounce (30ml) of water for every 1,000 BTU's (.3KW's) of gas input per hour. Refer to page 6. UNVENTED GAS FIREPLACE MODELS VFHS-20R-4 VFHS-20/10T-4 EFFECTIVE DATE JUNE 2005 A BY-PRODUCT OF Page 1...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Important Safety Information ...3 Safety Information for Users of LP Gas ...4 Introduction ...5 Specifications ...6 Water Vapor: A By-Product of Unvented Room Heaters ...6 Provisions for Adequate Combustion and Ventilation Air ... 6-7 Gas Supply ...8 Clearances ...9 Combustible Material ...9 Installation of Fireplace Into Mantel ...10...
  • 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 bedroom 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

    Instructions to Installer 1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after installation. 2. Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card supplied with unvented room heater. 3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate unvented room heater.
  • Page 6: Specifications

    Model VFHS-20R Input Maximum 20,000 Minimum 14,000 Minimum Firebox Opening Height 26 3/4" Depth 11 1/4" Front Width 23 1/4" Rear Width 17 1/4" Gas Inlet 3/8" 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.
  • Page 7 3. Add the BTU/Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space. Vent-free heater Gas water heater Gas furnace Vented gas heater Gas fireplace logs Other gas appliances* + Total Example: Vented gas heater Vent-free heater + 18,000 BTU/Hr Total *Do not include direct-vent gas appliances.
  • Page 8: Gas Supply

    Check all local codes for requirements, especially for the size and type of gas supply line required. Recommended Gas Pipe Diameter Pipe Length Schedule 40 Pipe (Feet) Inside Diameter Nat. L.P. 0-10 1/2" 3/8" 12.7mm 9.5mm 10-40 1/2" 1/2" 12.7mm 12.7mm 40-100 1/2"...
  • Page 9: Clearances

    Minimum Wall and Ceiling Clearances 30” (762mm) Figure 4 This fireplace can be installed with zero (0") clearance to combustible material When facing the front of the appliance the minimum clearances to combustible construction (material) are the following: 1. Clearances from the right side or left side of the fireplace opening to any combustible wall or material should not be less than 4 inches.
  • Page 10: Installation Of Fireplace Into Mantel

    INSTALLATION OF FIREPLACE INTO MANTEL 1. Position base approximately 5" from wall surface. 2. Attach nailing flange to fireplace top with two (2) 10 x 1/2" screws. 3. Place fireplace on top of base. 4. Gas line connections must be made at this time. When facing the fireplace the gas supply will enter on right-hand side.
  • Page 11: Built-In Fireplace Installation

    BUILT-IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Built-In Fireplace Installation Built-in installation of this fireplace involves installing fireplace into a framed-in enclosure. This makes the front of fireplace flush with wall. If installing a mantel above the fireplace, you must follow the clearances shown in Figure 5, page 9. Follow the instructions below to install the fireplace in this manner.
  • Page 12: Placement Of Glowing Embers (Rock Wool)

    Rock wool should not be placed in the area of the pilot assembly. Replacement of loose material (glowing embers) must be purchased from Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. Application of excess loose material (glowing embers) may adversely affect performance of the heater. WARNING: All previously applied loose material must be removed prior to reapplication.
  • Page 13: Vfhs-20R Lighting Instructions

    VFHS-20R 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 14: Vfhs-20/10T Lighting Instructions

    VFHS-20/10T 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 15: Pilot Flame Characteristics

    PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS Figures 13 and 16 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 16: Main Burner And Thermostat Operation

    Cleaning and Maintenance/Pilot Oxygen Depletion Sensor Pilot 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. When this procedure is required, grasp nut A with an open end wrench.
  • Page 17: Wiring

    Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. Millivolt thermopile is self powered, gas valve does not require 110 volts. Maximum length of 20 feet of 16 AWG to conductor wires is to be used with all optional switches.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    SYMPTOMS - POSSIBLE CAUSES AND CORRECTIONS Turn appliance OFF and allow to cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair the heater. 1. When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/ pilot. a. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong - Replace pilot. b.
  • Page 19: Parts List

    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 16717-2-0605...
  • Page 20: Parts View

    PARTS VIEW Page 20 16717-2-0605...
  • Page 21: Optional Brick Liner Installation Instructions

    OPTIONAL BRICK LINER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING OPTIONAL BRICK LINER EHL-24-1. 1. Remove screen assembly from fireplace. 2. Remove logs from burner assembly. 3. Insert rear brick liner and (2) side brick liners onto bottom of the inner casing. Align grout lines on rear brick liner with grout lines on side brick liners.
  • Page 22: Optional Blower Installation Instructions

    OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS VFS-BK for Unvented Gas Fireplace Model VFHS-20/10T, VFHS-20R INSTALLING OPTIONAL BLOWER VFS-BK 1. Lower bottom louver. 2. Remove screen front by lifting upward on screen front. 3. Remove top louver [(2) 8 x 1/2" Phillips screws]. 4.
  • Page 23 Figure 3 23. Position blower shield side beneath left flange on burner assembly. Align clearance hole on left flange of burner assembly with screw hole on blower shield side. Attach burner assembly to blower shield side with one (1) 10 x 1/2" screw. (See Figure 3 for not installed or Figure 4 for installed) 24.
  • Page 24 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Figure 5 28. Place fan control bracket with wires on top of inner casing. Remove right, front 10 x 1/2" screw from top of inner casing. Attach fan control bracket to top of inner casing with 10 x 1/2" screw.
  • Page 25 Wiring The appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70, if an external electrical source is utilized. This appliance is equipped with a three-prong [grounding] plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle.
  • Page 26: Service Notes

    SERVICE NOTES Page 26 16717-2-0605...
  • Page 27 SERVICE NOTES 16717-2-0605 Page 27...
  • Page 28 Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. Nine Eighteen Freeburg Ave. Belleville, Illinois 62220-2623 Page 28 SERVICE NOTES E-MAIL: info@empirecomfort.com WEB SITE: www.empirecomfort.com PH: 618-233-7420 PH: 800-851-3153 FAX: 618-233-7097 FAX: 800-443-8648 16717-2-0605...

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