Superior VF5000-CMP-2 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Standard series unvented decorative gas fireplaces

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INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL
IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLO-
SION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE,
PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
FOR YOUR SAFETY: Do not store or use gasoline
or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
FOR YOUR SAFETY: What to do if you smell gas:
• DO NOT light any appliance.
• DO NOT touch any electrical switches.
• DO NOT use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone.
Follow your gas suppliers instructions.
• If your gas supplier cannot be reached, call the
fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency or the gas sup-
plier.
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Unvented Decorative Gas Fireplaces
P/N 903302 REV. M 12/2007
MODELS
VF5000-CMN-2
VF5000-CMP-2
FOR USE ONLY WITH DECORATIVE TYPE UNVENTED ROOM
HEATERS.
DO NOT BUILD A WOOD FIRE.
WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, AL-
TERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE IN-
JURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. REFER TO THIS MANUAL.
FOR ASSISTANCE OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CON-
US
SULT A QUALIFIED INSTALLER, SERVICE AGENCY OR THE
GAS SUPPLIER.
WARNING: DO NOT BURN WOOD OR OTHER MATERIAL IN
THESE APPLIANCES.
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, UN-
LESS THIS FIREBOX MEETS THE MINIMUM DIMENSIONS
REQUIRED FOR THE INSTALLATIONS.
This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air
(oxygen) from the room in which it is installed.
Provisions for adequate combustion and ventila-
tion air must be provided. Refer to Combustion
and Ventilation Air Section, Page 3.
Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out
of traffic and away from furniture or draperies.
Do not place clothing or other materials on or near this appli-
ance.
IMPORTANT: READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS
COMPLETELY BEFORE INSTALLING YOUR UNVENTED ROOM
HEATERS.
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATION NOT TO SCALE.
STANDARD SERIES
VF6000-CMN-2
VF6000-CMP-2
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  • Page 1 STANDARD SERIES Unvented Decorative Gas Fireplaces P/N 903302 REV. M 12/2007 MODELS VF5000-CMN-2 VF5000-CMP-2 FOR USE ONLY WITH DECORATIVE TYPE UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS. DO NOT BUILD A WOOD FIRE. WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, AL- TERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE IN- JURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    UNVENTED GAS ROOM HEATER SPECIFICATIONS AND TECHNICAL DETAILS Model No. VF5000-CMN-2 VF5000-CMP-2 VF6000-CMN-2 VF6000-CMP-2 Note: Test gage connections are provided on the front of the gas control valve (identified A for the manifold side and E for inlet pressure).
  • Page 3: Codes

    WARNING: ANY CHANGE TO THIS UN- VENTED ROOM HEATER OR ITS CON- TROLS CAN BE DANGEROUS. IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR USE OF THIS HEATER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM FIRE, BURNS, EXPLOSION OR CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING. WARNING: THESE APPLIANCES ARE DESIGNED TO OPERATE ON NATURAL OR PROPANE GAS ONLY.
  • Page 4: Location Of Fireplace

    Unusually tight construction is defined as con- struction where: a. wall and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating or one perm or less with openings gasketed or sealed, and b. weather stripping has been added on oper- able windows and doors, and c.
  • Page 5: Clearances

    To provide for the lowest possible shelf sur- face, combustible materials used to support a utility shelf directly above these appliances should be positioned just above the appliance top spacers. The minimum height from the base of the VF5000 to the underside of com- bustible materials used to construct a utility shelf is 34-1/2”...
  • Page 6: Framing Dimensions

    Note: Framing dimensions in Figures 4 - 9 are calculated for a nailing flange depth of " (13 mm). Outside Wall 37" (940mm) Figure 4 41" (1041mm) 13 1/2" (343mm) 37" (940mm) 58" (1473mm) Figure 5 Figure 6 Outside Wall 15 1/2"...
  • Page 7: Electrical Wiring - Optional Blower . Page 7 Gas Pressure Check

    Gas Flex Line Kit, Model GFLV 1/2" x 3/8" Flare Shut-Off Valve 3/8" Flex Tubing Gas Stub 3/8" Shut-Off Valve 1/2" x 3/8" Reducer Figure 11 Step 3. Ensure the hood is properly positioned in the open area above the appliance door. If required insert the tabs, on each end of the hood, into the bracket at each end.
  • Page 8: Finished Wall Details

    VF5000/VF6000 Series Standard Wiring Diagram If any of the original wire as supplied must be replaced, it must be replaced with Type AWM 105°C – 18 GA. wire. From Thermocouple Thermopile * For Rocker or ON/OFF Wall Switch Attachment Only. Figure 13 Ground Wire Connection...
  • Page 9: Connecting Gas Line

    Step 8. Position Heater – Place the heater in desired location. It may be helpful to tempo- rarily assemble the surround around the appli- ance to properly locate the unit. Refer to Figure 16 for floor and platform installations. If the heater is to be installed into a framed wall refer to the built-in assembly steps beginning on page 4.
  • Page 10: Optional Equipment

    In normal operation, at full rate, after 15 min- utes the following flame appearance should be observed: Rear Burner Flame Characteristics – The rear flames should be yellow. The flames should extend about 3 – 4" above the center log (front of the unitized log group) for natu- ral gas and 2 –...
  • Page 11 Blower Motor Grounded to Appliance Motor Plug Receptacle 120V Appliance Junction Box Figure 23 Remote Control Kit The Model RCL adds the convenience of re- mote control for your appliance. The kit in- cludes a wireless, hand held transmitter and a receiver that replaces the wall switch.
  • Page 12: Cleaning And Servicing

    OPERATION AND CARE OF YOUR APPLIANCE 1. Appliance operation may be controlled through the optional ON/OFF unit rocker switch, located in the lower control compartment, or through a remotely located optional wall switch or wall thermostat. Separate switches may provide independent control for the forced air blower and remote fireplace operation (op- tional equipment).
  • Page 13: Accessories And Components

    ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS VF5RLK Refractory Liner Kit VF6RLK VF5GDK Glass Door Panel VF6GDK Thermostat Decorative Volcanic Stone FDVS Brass Louver Kits Gas Flex Line Kit Wood Surround-Wall Wood Surround-Corner NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATION NOT TO SCALE. VF5-BRLK VF6-BRLK Brass Hood Kit FFGC 2-Piece Decorative Arch Frame Kits...
  • Page 14: Appliance Specifications

    VF5000 SPECIFICATIONS 31-1/2" (800 mm) 30" (762 mm) 36" (914 mm) Front View 1/2" (13 mm) 37" (940 mm) 3-3/4" (95 mm) 8" (203 mm) Gas Line Opening 3-1/2" 3" (89 mm) (76 mm) 15-1/2" (394 mm) Left Side View (Right Side View - Opposite) 27"...
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE FOR UNVENTED GAS PRODUCTS OBSERVED PROBLEM 1. When igniter button is A. Igniter electrode positioned wrong. pressed, there is no spark at ODS/pilot. B. Igniter electrode broken. C. Igniter electrode not connected to igniter cable. D. Igniter cable pinched or wet. E.
  • Page 16: Operating Instructions

    WARNING: IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. B.
  • Page 17 NOTES: NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATION NOT TO SCALE.
  • Page 18: Replacement Parts List

    Description SIT Valve - Millivolt (Natural) Honeywell Valve - Millivolt (Natural) SIT Valve - Millivolt (Propane, LPG) Honeywell Valve - Millivolt (Propane, LPG) Injector, Burner (Natural) Injector, Burner (Propane, LPG) Pilot (Natural) Pilot (Propane, LPG) Regulator (Natural) Regulator (Propane, LPG) Front Burner Rear Burner (Natural) Rear Burner (Propane, LPG)
  • Page 19: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS (SIT Valve Shown) NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATION NOT TO SCALE.
  • Page 20 The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in design, materials, specifications, prices and also to discontinue colors, styles and products. Consult your local distributor for fireplace code information. Printed in U.S.A. © 1997 by Lennox Hearth Products P/N 903302 REV.

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