Massachusetts Requirements - Superior VRE3236ZENWS Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

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, unless a certified
kit is used.
WARNING
DO NOT store or use gasoline or
other flammable vapors or liquids
in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, service or maintenance
can cause injury or property dam-
age. Read the installation, operat-
ing and maintenance instructions
thoroughly before installing or
servicing this equipment.
WARNING
An LP-cylinder not connected for
use shall not be stored in the vicin-
ity of this or any other appliance.
NOTE: Installation and repair should be
performed by a qualified service person. The
appliance should be inspected annually by
a qualified professional service technician.
More frequent inspections and cleanings may
be required due to yard care, insects, etc. It
is imperative that the control compartment
and burners of the appliance be kept clean.
Provide adequate clearances around air open-
ings and adequate accessibility clearance for
service and proper operation. Never obstruct
the front openings of the appliance.
Due to high temperatures the appliance should
be located out of traffic and away from furniture
and draperies. Locate furniture and window
coverings accordingly.
All Models -
All models have a manually modulated gas valve.
Input is shown in Table 1:
BTU Input (BTU/Hr)
Model No. Input Rate (BTU/Hr)
Natural Gas
VRE3236ZEN 30,000 to 45,000
VRE3242ZEN 30,000 to 45,000
Propane Gas (LP)
VRE3236ZEP 32,000 to 41,000
VRE3242ZEP 32,000 to 41,000
Table 1
Gas Pressure - All Models
Tables 2 and 3 show the appliances' inlet and
manifold gas pressure.
Inlet Gas Supply Pressure
(all models)
Fuel # Minimum
5.0" WC
Natural Gas
(1.24 kPa)
11.0" WC
Propane
(2.74 kPa)
Table 2
Manifold Gas Supply Pressure
(all models)
Fuel # High
Natural Gas 3.5" WC (0.87 kPa)
Propane 10.0" WC (2.49 kPa)
Table 3
Test gauge connections are provided on the front
of the gas control valve identified IN for the inlet
and OUT for the manifold side. A 1/8" NPT Test
gauge connection is provided at the inlet and
outlet side of the electronic gas control valve.
The appliance and its appliance main gas
valve must be disconnected from the gas
supply piping system during any pressure
testing of that system at test pressures in
excess of 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa).
The appliance must be isolated from the gas
supply piping system by closing its equipment
shutoff valve during any pressure testing of
the gas supply piping system at test pres-
sures equal to or less than 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa).
Orifice Sizes - Sea Level To High Altitude
(All Models)
These appliances are tested and approved
for installation at elevations of 0-4500 feet
(0-1372 meters) above sea level, using the
standard burner orifice (See Table 4). For
elevations above 4500 feet, contact your gas
supplier or qualified service technician. Install
the appliance according to the regulations of
the local authorities having jurisdiction and, in
the USA, the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 /
ANSI Z223.1 - latest edition or , in Canada, the
CAN/CGA-B149.1 and .2 codes - latest edition.
Elevation 0-4500 feet ( 0-1372 meters)
Model
VRE3236
VRE3242
Table 4
Maximum
10.5" WC
(2.61 kPa)
PROPANE TANKS ARE AT PRESSURES
13.0" WC
THAT WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO VALVE
(3.23 kPa)
COMPONENTS. VERIFY THAT THE
TANKS HAVE STEP DOWN REGULA-
TORS TO REDUCE THE PRESSURE TO
SAFE LEVELS.

MASSACHUSETTS REQUIREMENTS

These appliances are approved for instal-
lation in the US state of Massachusetts if
the following additional requirements are
met:
• Un-vented Room Heaters shall be in-
stalled in accordance with 527 CMR 30.
• Installation and repair must be done by
a plumber or gas fitter licensed in the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• The flexible gas line connector used
shall not exceed 36 inches (92 centime-
ters) in length.
• The individual manual shut-off must be a
T-handle type valve.
• Unvented appliances may NOT be in-
stalled in bedrooms or bathrooms.
• A working smoke detector must be in-
stalled in the area where vent-free appli-
ances are installed.
Seller of unvented propane or natural gas-
fired supplemental room heaters shall pro-
vide to each purchaser a copy of 527 CMR
30 upon sale of the unit.
Burner Orifice Sizes
Nat.Gas Propane
drill size (inches) drill size (inches)
3.25mm (.128") #49 (.073")
3.25mm (.128") #49 (.073")
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