Superior VRT6036RS Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

Unvented (vent-free) universal firebox

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P/N 126697-01 Rev.A 02/2014
P126697-01
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING: Carefully review the instructions supplied with the decorative type unvented room heater for
the minimum fireplace size requirement.
Do not install the appliance in this firebox, unless this firebox meets the minimum dimensions required for
the installation.
WARNING: For use only with a listed, gas-fired unvented decorative room heater not to exceed 40,000
Btu/H.
Do not build a wood fire.
WARNING: If the information in these instructions 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.
• 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.
— Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
Installation and Operation Instructions
Superior
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Models
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VRT6036RS
US
VRT6036IS
VRT6036RH
VRT6036IH
Unvented (Vent-Free) Universal Firebox
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VRT6042RS
VRT6042IS
VRT6042RH
VRT6042IH
VRT6050RS
VRT6050IS
VRT6050RH
VRT6050IH

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  • Page 1 Installation and Operation Instructions Superior Unvented (Vent-Free) Universal Firebox P/N 126697-01 Rev.A 02/2014 Models ® VRT6036RS VRT6042RS VRT6050RS VRT6036IS VRT6042IS VRT6050IS VRT6036RH VRT6042RH VRT6050RH P126697-01 VRT6036IH VRT6042IH VRT6050IH INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance. CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, al- teration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual for correct in- stallation and operational procedures. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety ..............
  • Page 3 SAFETY Continued Due to high temperatures, the 1. Do not use this firebox as a wood burning appliance should be located out fireplace. Use only decorative unvented room heaters (log sets). of traffic and away from furniture 2. Do not add extra logs or ornaments such as and draperies.
  • Page 4: Local Codes

    LOCAL CODES Install and use firebox with care. Follow all State of Massachusetts: The installation local codes. In the absence of local codes, must be made by a licensed plumber use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54*.
  • Page 5: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 36" MODELS " 29" " 19" (Ref.) " " " " " 36" HEARTH " " 50" 30" " 7" " " " 36" " " " Figure 1 - 36" Models VRT6036RS, VRT6036IS, VRT6036RH, VRT6036IH www.SuperiorFireplaces.com 126697-01A...
  • Page 6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Continued 42" MODELS " " 23" " (Ref.) " " " " " 42" HEARTH " " 50" 30" " 7" " " " 42" " " 13" Figure 2 - 42" Models VRT6042RS, VRT6042IS, VRT6042RH, VRT6042IH www.SuperiorFireplaces.com 126697-01A...
  • Page 7 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Continued 50" MODELS " " 23" " (Ref.) " " " " " 50" HEARTH " " 50" 30" " " " 7" " 50" " " 13" Figure 3 - 50" Models VRT6050RS, VRT6050IS, VRT6050RH, VRT6050IH www.SuperiorFireplaces.com 126697-01A...
  • Page 8: Air For Combustion And Ventilation

    AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Unusually tight construction is defined as WARNING: This heater shall construction where: not be installed in a room or space a. walls and ceilings exposed to the out- unless the required volume of in- side atmosphere have a continuous door combustion air is provided water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm (6 x 10...
  • Page 9 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued 1. Determine the volume of the space (length If the actual Btu/Hr used is less than the x width x height). maximum Btu/Hr the space can support, the Length x Width x Height =__________cu. ft. space is an unconfined space.
  • Page 10: Installation

    AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued Ventilation Air From Outdoors Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation Ventilated Outlet grills or ducts. You must provide two perma- Attic nent openings: one within 12" of the ceiling Outlet and one within 12" of the floor. Connect these To Attic items directly to the outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors.
  • Page 11: Installation Clearances

    INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLATION CLEARANCES Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation WARNING: Maintain the If placing custom mantel above built-in fire- box, you must meet the minimum allowable minimum clearances. If you clearance between mantel shelf and top of can, provide greater clearances firebox opening shown in Figure 7.
  • Page 12 INSTALLATION Continued 3. Carefully set firebox in front of rough NOTICE: If your installation does opening with back of firebox inside wall not meet the minimum clear- opening. ances shown, you must do one 4. Carefully insert firebox into rough opening. of the following: 5.
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION Continued 3. Place firebox on floor in desired location. Make sure mantel will be flush against wall when installed. Nails or 4. Carefully slide cabinet mantel over firebox. Wood Be careful not to scratch firebox, cabinet Screws mantel, flooring, etc., when installing (see Figure 12).
  • Page 14: Firebrick Wall Installation

    FIREBRICK WALL INSTALLATION IMPORTANT: Installation of brick 3. Secure the firebrick wall using 2 of the retainers provided. The bracket will slip should be done after the fire- underneath the metal lip on the top of the place is placed in a permanent wall and screw into the inner dome of the location.
  • Page 15: Operating Fireplace

    FIREBRICK WALL INSTALLATION Continued GROUTING INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING FIREPLACE HOOD AND SCREENS Material provided: Bag of cement 1. Attach hood to firebox using screws pro- vided (see Figure 16). Bag of sand 1. Slide round end of screen rod into rings at Material required: top of screen.
  • Page 16: Gas Line Installation

    GAS LINE INSTALLATION CAUTION: All gas piping WARNING: A qualified ser- and connections must be tested vice person must connect heater for leaks after the installation to gas supply. Follow all local codes. is completed. After ensuring that the gas valve is on, apply IMPORTANT: See Connecting to Gas Supply soap and water solution to all in your log set owner’s manual for details on...
  • Page 17: Technical Service

    TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about instal- When calling please have your model and se- lation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, rial numbers of your fireplace ready. contact INNOVATIVE HEARTH PRODUCTS You can also visit our web site at at 1-800-655-2008.
  • Page 18: Parts

    PARTS 36", 42", AND 50" MODELS 15/16 15/16 www.SuperiorFireplaces.com 126697-01A...
  • Page 19 PARTS This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 17 of this manual. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. Face Assembly • • • Firebox Bottom Assembly • •...
  • Page 20 PARTS 36", 42", AND 50" MODELS Picture may vary from actual Note: See pages 21 thru 24 for part numbers. www.SuperiorFireplaces.com 126697-01A...
  • Page 21 PARTS This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 17 of this manual. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 125116-01 Left Leading Brick 36" Red • • 125118-01 Left Leading Brick 42"/50"...
  • Page 22 PARTS This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 17 of this manual. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 125116-03 Left Leading Brick 36" Ivory • • 125118-03 Left Leading Brick 42"/50"...
  • Page 23: Warranty

    THE WARRANTY Innovative Hearth Products ("IHP") 20 Year Limited Warranty warrants your Superior™ Brand gas fireplace, Stove or Insert ("Product") to be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of manufacture. The Product body and firebox carry the 20 Year Limited Warranty. Ceramic glass carries the 20 Year Limited Warranty against thermal breakage only.
  • Page 24 WARRANTY KEEP THIS WARRANTY Model (located on product or identification tag) _____________________________ Serial No. (located on product or identification tag) __________________________ Date Purchased __________________________ Keep receipt for warranty verification. www.SuperiorFireplaces.com 126697-01A...
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