Introduction - Empire Comfort Systems VFP32BP series Owner's Manual

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.
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
manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by state
or local codes.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale,
from the manufacturer.
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.
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.
This series is design certified in accordance with American
National Standard Z21.11.2 by the Canadian Standards
Association Laboratories as an Unvented Room Heater and
should be installed according to these instructions.
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.
VFP(32,36)BP(30,31)L Only
750 Millivolt System
When you ignite the pilot, the thermocouple produces
millivolts (electrical current) which energizes the magnet in
the gas valve. After 30 seconds to 1 minute time period you
can release the gas control knob and the pilot will stay ON.
Allow your pilot flame to operate an additional one (1) to two
(2) minutes before you turn the gas control knob from the
PILOT position to the ON position. This time period allows
the millivolts (electrical energy) to build-up to a sufficient level
allowing the gas control to operate properly.
Important
All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number,
Serial Number and type of gas.
Attention: During initial use of ceramic log you will detect
an odor as the ceramic log is cured. Also, during the
curing process the ceramic log will burn with a yellow
flame.
Notice: During initial firing of this unit, its paint will bake out,
and smoke will occur. To prevent triggering of smoke alarms,
ventilate the room in which the unit is installed.
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INTRODUCTION

Installation on Rugs and Tile
If this appliance is installed directly on carpeting, tile or other
combustible material other than wood flooring the appliance
shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full
width and depth of the appliance.
The base referred to above does not mean the fire-proof base
as used on wood stoves. The protection is for rugs that are
extremely thick and light colored tile.
Solid-fuels shall not be burned in a masonry or UL 127
aftermarket*
factory-built fireplace in which an unvented room heater
is installed.
Qualified Installing Agency
Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization
equipment
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.
State 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 Sate of Massachusetts, unvented propane and
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.*
*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc.
Broadway, New York, N.Y. 10018.
high Altitudes
For altitudes/elevations above 2,000 feet (610m), ratings
should be reduced at the rate of 4 percent for each 1,000 feet
(305m) above sea level. Contact the manufacturer or your
gas company before changing spud/orifice size.
Well head Gas Installations
Some natural gas utilities use "well head" gas. This may
affect the Btu output of the unit. Contact the gas company
for the heating value. Contact the manufacturer or your gas
company before changing spud/orifice size.
WARNING: This appliance is equipped for (natural gas or
propane) gas. Field conversion is not permitted.
or accessories and repair and servicing of
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