Empire Comfort Systems VFP36SB2EL-1 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Empire Comfort Systems VFP36SB2EL-1 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Universal firebox for all vent-free log sets and peninsula series

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The Breckenridge Premium Vent-Free
Universal Fireboxes
ANSI Z21.91 Ventless Fireplace Enclosures for use with any
ANSI Z21.11.2 Gas Fired Decorative Type Unvented Room
Heaters
WARNING: If the information in these instructions are
not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result caus-
ing 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 appli-
ance.
— 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 neigh-
bor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instruc-
tions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
— Installation and service must be performed by a quali-
fied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MODIFY OR ALTER THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE FIREBOX OR ITS COMPO-
NENTS. ANY MODIFICATION OR ALTERATION OF
CONSTRUCTION MAY VOID THE WARRANTY OF
THIS FIREBOX.
CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE ALERTED TO
THE HAZARDS OF HIGH SURFACE TEMPERATURE
AND SHOULD STAY AWAY TO AVOID BURNS OR
CLOTHING IGNITION.
YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE CAREFULLY SU-
PERVISED WHEN THEY ARE IN THE SAME ROOM AS
THE FIREBOX.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

AND OWNER'S MANUAL
Installer:
Consumer:
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause injury or property dam-
age. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional infor-
mation, consult a qualified installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
Carefully review the instructions supplied with the decora-
tive type unvented room heater for the minimum fireplace
size requirement.
DO NOT INSTALL A VENT-FREE LOG SET IN THIS
FIREBOX, UNLESS THIS FIREBOX MEETS THE
MINIMUM DIMENSIONS REQUIRED FOR THE
INSTALLATION.
UNIVERSAL FIREBOX FOR ALL
VENT-FREE LOG SETS
SEE-THROUGH FIREBOX MODELS:
VFP36SB2EL-1
VFP36SB2EF-1
PENINSULA FIREBOX MODELS:
VFP36PB2EL-1
VFP36PB2EF-1
GAS-FIRED
Leave this manual with the appliance.
Retain this manual for future reference.
FOR USE ONLY WITH A LISTED GAS-FIRED UN-
VENTED DECORATIVE ROOM HEATER NOT TO
EXCEED 40,000 BTU/H.
DO NOT BUILD A WOOD FIRE.
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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER'S MANUAL The Breckenridge Premium Vent-Free UNIVERSAL FIREBOX FOR ALL Universal Fireboxes VENT-FREE LOG SETS SEE-THROUGH FIREBOX MODELS: VFP36SB2EL-1 VFP36SB2EF-1 PENINSULA FIREBOX MODELS: VFP36PB2EL-1 VFP36PB2EF-1 GAS-FIRED ANSI Z21.91 Ventless Fireplace Enclosures for use with any ANSI Z21.11.2 Gas Fired Decorative Type Unvented Room...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Important Safety Information ....................3 Introduction ........................... 3 Clearances ........................4 - 5 Firebox Installation Instructions ..................6 - 8 Installing Hood ........................ 8 - 9 Gas Line Connection ......................9 Wiring Instructions for Installing a Dual Switch / Receptacle ..........10 LK2 Accent Light Accessory ....................
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    This Empire Comfort Systems Inc. firebox and its - Installation other than as instructed by Empire components have been tested and will operate safely when Comfort Systems Inc.
  • Page 4: Clearances

    CLEARANCES Sidewall Clearances: The clearance from the inside of the firebox to perpendicular combustible side wall should not be less than 1 3/4". See Figures 1a and 1b. 1 3/4” MIN. 42” 42” 1 3/4” MIN. PERPENDICULAR MIN. MIN. PERPENDICULAR COMBUSTIBLE (CEILING TO (CEILING TO...
  • Page 5: Clearances

    CLEARANCES Ceiling Clearances: The ceiling height should not be less than 42" from the top of the hood. See Figures 3a and 3b. Mantel Clearances: Vent free firebox models must use the hood supplied with the firebox, or one of the optional hood kits available for each model.
  • Page 6: Firebox Installation Instructions

    FIREBOX INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Any vent-free Gas Log Heater must be “For use with approved covering and firebox facing material. The firebox framing should ANSI Z21.11.2 unvented room heater.” be constructed of 2 x 4 lumber or heavier. The framing headers may rest on the top of the firebox standoffs.
  • Page 7 FIREBOX INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) 2 9/16” 2 9/16” 2 9/16” SEE THRU PENINSULA LOUVERED LOUVERED FLUSH FLUSH LOUVERED PANELS FLUSH PANELS VFP36SB VFP36PB VFP36SB VFP36PB 38 1/8" 38 1/8" 38 1/8" 38 1/8" 39" 39" 39" 39" 24" 24" 24" 24"...
  • Page 8: Installing Hood

    FIREBOX INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Locating Firebox Place firebox in framed opening. Attach the framing brackets to the firebox and secure firebox to framing. Different hole locations can be used for finishing materials with thicknesses of 3/8", 1/2" and 3/4". Secure the brackets with screws provided using two (2) per framing bracket.
  • Page 9: Gas Line Connection

    INSTALLING HOOD (continued) Extended Hoods If your non-combustible facing material is over 1" in thickness and will be used to finish this firebox, extended hoods are available that will extend out 2" farther into the room. Extended hoods are not available for the peninsula open ends. Contact your local dealer for details.
  • Page 10: Wiring Instructions For Installing A Dual Switch / Receptacle

    WIRING INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLING A DUAL SWITCH / RECEPTACLE In order to install both the optional Blower and Accent Light ac- Note: To operate the FBB5 Blower accessory with a variable cessories, it will be necessary to install the junction box so that speed control, the SCV1 Variable Speed Control Kit should be in- the Duplex Receptacle wiring is split.
  • Page 11: Optional Single Speed Blower Installation Instructions

    OPTIONAL SINGLE SPEED BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS A factory included junction box is located on the lower right Attention: Install blower assembly before connecting gas inlet side of the firebox. Wiring must be fed through the 7/8" di- supply line. ameter hole provided on the lower side of the firebox, and Wiring secured to the outer wrap with the clamp provided.
  • Page 12 Note: This blower is equipped with a heat activated fan control Insert blower assembly into interior, bottom of firebox. Po- sition blower assembly so that you align the notch on back switch. Blower will operate when the firebox warms up, of blower assembly with the center screw on side/end panel, and will turn off automatically when the firebox cools then push the blower assembly against firebox outer panel.
  • Page 13: Maintenance

    Blower Motor 110 VOLT AC JUNCTION BOX The blower motor does not have oiling holes. Do not attempt to oil the blower motor. FAN/MOTOR ASSEMBLY Blower Wheels The blower wheels will collect lint and could require periodic cleaning. If the air output decreases or the noise level increases, it indicates a dirty blower wheel.
  • Page 14: Parts List

    PARTS LIST Part Number Index Description Number VFP36SB2EL VFP36SB2EF VFP36PB2EL VFP36PB2EF FIREBOX ASSEMBLY 17149 17149 17149 17149 TOP STANDOFF R9655 R9655 R9655 R9655 INSULATION - TOP 24067 24067 24067 24067 INSULATION SUPPORT R7052 R7052 R7052 R7052 SCREEN ROD R9633 R9633 SCREEN ROD R9631 R9631...
  • Page 15: See-Through Firebox Parts View

    SEE-THROUGH FIREBOX PARTS VIEW 24117-0-0508 Page 15...
  • Page 16: Peninsula Firebox Parts View

    PENINSULA FIREBOX PARTS VIEW Page 16 24117-0-0508...
  • Page 17: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES Accessory Description Model Numbers Fan Kit Designed to provide forced air flow. FBB5 Note: For use with louvered or flush panel models. Variable Speed Control Kit Wall mounted variable speed control for use with SCV-1 FBB5 blower Frame Kits Standard 3-Piece Frame Kits Black, Brass, Stainless Steel, or Hammered Pewter For use with See-Through models:...
  • Page 18: How To Order Repair Parts

    ACCESSORIES (continued) Extended 4" Hoods Extended hoods that extend out 2" farther than the stan- dard hoods, to accommodate thicker surround materials. Contact dealer for all available Available as optional kits in Black, Brass, Hammered optional hood accessories Pewter, and Stainless Steel finishes. Note: Not available for Peninsula open ends.
  • Page 19: Quick Reference

    Web Site: www.empirecomfort.com Empire Comfort Systems 918 Freeburg Avenue Belleville, Illinois 62220-2623 The Breckenridge Premium Vent-Free GAS-FIRED Universal Fireboxes SEE-THROUGH FIREBOX MODELS: VFP36SB2EL-1 VFP36SB2EF-1 PENINSULA FIREBOX MODELS: VFP36PB2EL-1 VFP36PB2EF-1 36-inch Firebox accomodates the following Log Sets: Refractory Log Set: LSU-18RR, LSU-24RR, LSU-30RR...
  • Page 20 Web Site: www.empirecomfort.com Empire Comfort Systems 918 Freeburg Avenue Belleville, Illinois 62220-2623 The Breckenridge Premium Vent-Free Universal Fireboxes SEE-THROUGH FIREBOX MODELS: PENINSULA FIREBOX MODELS: VFP36SB2EL-1 VFP36PB2EL-1 VFP36SB2EF-1 VFP36PB2EF-1 Clearances Combustible material clearance from front of firebox: 36" minimum Sidewall Clearances: The clearance from the inside of the firebox to perpendicular combustible side wall should not be less than 1 3/4".
  • Page 21 Web Site: www.empirecomfort.com Empire Comfort Systems 918 Freeburg Avenue Belleville, Illinois 62220-2623 The Breckenridge Premium Vent-Free Universal Fireboxes SEE-THROUGH FIREBOX MODELS: PENINSULA FIREBOX MODELS: VFP36SB2EL-1 VFP36PB2EL-1 VFP36SB2EF-1 VFP36PB2EF-1 Clearances (continued) Framing 1 3/4” MIN. 42” PERPENDICULAR MIN. COMBUSTIBLE (CEILING TO...
  • Page 22: Service Notes

    SERVICE NOTES Page 22 24117-0-0508...
  • Page 23: Service Notes

    SERVICE NOTES 24117-0-0508 Page 23...
  • Page 24 Empire Comfort Systems Inc. EMPIRE EMPIRE 918 Freeburg Ave. Belleville, IL 62220 PH: 618-233-7420 or 800-851-3153 FAX: 618-233-7097 or 800-443-8648 info@empirecomfort.com Comfort Systems www.empirecomfort.com Page 24 24117-0-0508...

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