Summary of Contents for United States Stove Company VFZC36
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United States Stove Company Vent-Free Zero-Clearance Universal Firebox Model VFZC36 and Model VFZC42 Certified for use with any Unvented Log Set tested to ANSI Z21.11.2 This Firebox may also be installed in manufactured (mobile) homes, where not prohibited by state or local codes.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE PRODUCT FEATURES...................2 LOCAL CODES......................2 WARNINGS/SAFETY INFORMATION..............3 VFZC36 SPECIFICATIONS..................4 VFZC42 SPECIFICATIONS..................5 LOCATING THE FIREBOX..................6 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION............6 INSTALLATION....................6-14 PARTS DIAGRAM ....................15 PARTS LIST......................16 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES................17-18 HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS................19 PRODUCT FEATURES Operation These fireboxes are approved for installation with any certified vent-free gas log heater up to 40,000 BTU's.
WARNINGS/SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT: Read this owner's manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this firebox. Improper use of this firebox can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosion, electrical shock, and carbon poisoning. WARNING: Any change to this firebox or its controls can be dangerous. 1.
LOCATING FIREBOX Planning Plan where you will install the firebox. This will save time and money later when you install the firebox. Before installation, consider the following: Where the firebox will be located. Allow for wall and ceiling clearances (see Installation Clearances, page 7).
INSTALLATION CONTINUED IMPORTANT: Vent-free gas log heaters add moisture to the air. Although this is beneficial, installing firebox in rooms without enough ventilation air may cause mildew to form from too much moisture. (See Air for Combustion and Ventilation, in your Vent-Free gas log heater's owners manual.) INSTALLATION CLEARANCES WARNING...
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INSTALLATION CONTINUED Mantel Clearances for Built-in Installation If placing custom mantel above built-in firebox, you must meet minimum clearance between mantel shelf and top of firebox opening. WALL MANTEL SHELF UNDERSIDE OF MANTEL MANTEL SHELF WIDTH DISTANCE TO UNDERSIDE OF Figure 2 - Minimum Mantel MANTEL Clearances for Built-in Installation...
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INSTALLATION CONTINUED Installing the Fireplace Hood. 1. Slide the Hood over the shoulder screws and gentle press down until secure. NOTE: There are (2) shoulder screws on each side of the firebox opening directly below the top plate. These shoulder screws should line up with the notches on the sides of the Fireplace Hood.
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INSTALLATION CONTINUED Installing the Optional VFZCB Blower Kit. You may install the VFZCB Blower Kit in the VFZC36 and the VFZC42 Fireboxes. (NOTE: When installing the Blower kit you must also use one of the optional Louvered Grill Kits*.) Each Blower Kit includes the following:...
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INSTALLATION CONTINUED Firebox Installation Using Optional Mantel. This firebox may be installed using the cabinet mantel with hearth base accessory against a wall in your home. You must use one of the Satin Black or Polished Brass Trim Kits available when installing your firebox with the optional mantel kit.
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INSTALLATION CONTINUED 5. Center the unit on the Hearth Base. Run the Gas Line into the firebox. You can access the firebox from the left, right, or rear of the unit by knocking out the plugs in the cabinet and inside the firebox. NOTE: You must also knock out the hole in the Firebrick Panel. 6.
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20-3/8" 21" VFZC42 35" 35-1/4" 45-3/8" 45-1/2" 20-3/8" 21" 1. Frame in rough opening. Use dimensions shown in Figure 11 for rough opening. 21" 35-1/4" 39-1/2" - VFZC36 45-1/2" - VFZC42 Figure 11 - Rough Opening for Installing in Wall...
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If installing in a corner, use the dimensions shown in Figure 12 below for the rough opening. The height is 35", which is the same as the wall opening in Figure 11, page 13. 53-3/4" (VFZC36) 58" (VFZC42) 38" (VFZC36) 41"...
PARTS LIST Models VFZC36 & VFZC42 VFZC36 VFZC42 DESCRIPTION PART# QTY. PART# QTY. CABINET BOTTOM ASSEMBLY 69141 69142 FIREBOX BACK 24616 24635 FIREBOX LEFT SIDE 24617 24617 FIREBOX RIGHT SIDE 24618 24618 FIREBOX BOTTOM 24619 24638 FIREBOX TOP 24620 24639...
You may purchase these firebox accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call United States Stove Company's Sales Department at 1-423-837- 2100 for information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual.
VF42SB - Satin Black Trim Kit The Trim Kits must be used when installing firebox with Cabinet Mantel or Face Mantel. BRASS HOOD Model VF36BH for use with VFZC36 Firebox. Model VF42BH for use with VFZC42 Firebox. LOUVERED GRILL KITS Model VFZC36:...
The MODEL NUMBER: VFZC36 VFZC42 The SERIAL NUMBER _____________________ Before installing this firebox, fill in the serial number in the space provided for your records. UNITED STATES STOVE COMPANY 227 INDUSTRIAL PARK ROAD P.O.BOX 151 SOUTH PITTSBURGH, TN 37380 (423) 837-2100...
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Keeping America Warm Since 1869 VFZC36/VFZC42 Owner's Manual Save this manual for future reference. United States Stove Company 227 Industrial Park Road P.O.Box 151 South Pittsburg, TN 37380 (423) 837-2100...