Table Of Contents - Vermont Castings VFI33LNV Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System
Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Vermont Castings Group Fireplace.
PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fi re hazard and will void the warranty.
Important Safety Information ..................................... 3
Codes ...................................................................... 4
Product Features ......................................................... 5
VFI33 Controls ........................................................ 5
Operation ................................................................ 5
Gas Pressures ........................................................ 5
Gas Specifi cations and Orifi ce Sizes ...................... 5
Ignition Controls ...................................................... 5
Pilot ......................................................................... 5
Thermal Generator .................................................. 5
Cold Climate Option ................................................ 5
Framing Dimensions ................................................... 6
Pre-installation Information ........................................ 7
Getting Started ........................................................ 7
What You Will Need for Installation ......................... 7
Clearances and Height Requirements ....................... 8
Before Installing the Fireplace Insert ...................... 8
Clearances ................................................................... 9
Heat Resistant Material .......................................... 9
Clearances and Installation ...................................... 10
Remove Screen .................................................... 10
Install Canopy ....................................................... 10
Installation .................................................................. 11
Secure Heater to Floor .......................................... 11
Connect Gas Line ...................................................... 12
Gas Pressure - Millivolt .......................................... 13
Checking Gas Pressure: Millivolt Control .............. 13
Electrical Wiring - Millivolt ..................................... 14
Connect Optional Wall Switch or Thermostat ....... 14
Connect Remote Receiver .................................... 15
Check System Operation ...................................... 15
Operating Instructions - Millivolt ........................... 16
For Your Safety Read Before Lighting .................. 16
Lighting Pilot for the First Time ............................. 16
Lighting Pilot ......................................................... 17
Lighting Burner ...................................................... 18
To Turn Off Gas ..................................................... 18
Gas Pressure and Electrical Installation - IPI ....... 19
Check Gas Pressure - IPI ................................... 19
Electrical Wiring .................................................... 19
Junction Box Wiring .............................................. 19
Wall Switch Installation ......................................... 20
IPI System Wiring Diagram ................................... 20
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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
Operating Instructions - IPI .................................... 21
Electrical Wiring - Fan ............................................ 23
Log Placement ........................................................... 24
Flame Appearance and Operating Instructions ...... 30
Cleaning and Servicing ............................................. 34
Troubleshooting ........................................................ 35
Replacement Parts .................................................... 37
Warranty ..................................................................... 43
For Your Safety Read Before Lighting .................. 21
What to Do If You Smell Gas ................................ 21
Operating Instructions ........................................... 21
To Turn Off Gas ..................................................... 21
EcoLogic Control ................................................... 22
Before You Begin .................................................. 24
Cast Iron Grate Installation ................................... 24
Rock Wool Placement ........................................... 25
Berkley Oak Logs .................................................. 25
Place the Decorative Rock .................................... 26
Highland Oak Logs ............................................... 27
Place the Decorative Rock .................................... 28
Kentucky Wildwood Logs ...................................... 29
Visual Flame Check .............................................. 30
Check the Pilot Flame ........................................... 30
Thermostat and Millivolt Control ........................... 30
Operating Instructions ........................................... 30
For Your Safety Read Before Lighting .................. 31
Millivolt/Thermostat Control Lighting Instructions . 32
To Turn Off Gas to Heater ..................................... 32
Match Lighting Instructions ................................... 33
Blower Operation .................................................. 33
Annual Cleaning and Inspection ........................... 34
Periodic Cleaning ................................................. 34
Firebox Assembly ................................................. 37
Millivolt Burner Assembly ..................................... 38
IPI Burner Assembly ............................................. 39
Berkley Oak Logs .................................................. 40
Highland Oak Logs ............................................... 41
Kentucky Wildwood Logs ...................................... 42
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