USSC VFZC32L Owner's Operation And Installation Manual
USSC VFZC32L Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

USSC VFZC32L Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

United states stove company owner's operation and installation manual vent-free zero-clearance gas fireplace vfzc32n, vfzc32l

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Vent-Free Zero-Clearance Gas Fireplace
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
This firebox may be installed in an aftermarket* manufactured (mobile) home,
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer
(i.e. Installation of this product is permitted after the manufactured (mobile) home is sited).
This is an unvented gas-fired
heater. It uses air (oxygen) from
the room in which it is installed.
Provisions
for
combustion and ventilation air
must be provided.
"Adequate Combustion And
Ventilation Air" on pages 6-10 of
this manual.
WARNING:
Do not use a blower insert,
heat exchanger insert or other
accessories not approved
for use with this heater.
Save this manual for
future reference.
United States
Stove Company
Models VFZC32N, VFZC32L
where not prohibited by state or local codes.
WARNING: If the information in this manual is
not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal injury,
adequate
or loss of life.
Refer to
~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
* Immediately call your gas supplier from a
* If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
~Installation and service must be performed by
a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
use any phone in your building
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions
the fire department
Shown with optional
cabinet mantel, hearth
base, and brass trim.
851301 3/98

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  • Page 1 United States Stove Company Vent-Free Zero-Clearance Gas Fireplace Models VFZC32N, VFZC32L OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL This firebox may be installed in an aftermarket* manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by state or local codes. * Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer (i.e.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION LOCAL CODES...2 WARNINGS/SAFETY INFORMATION...2-4 VFZC32 SPECIFICATIONS...4-5 PRODUCT FEATURES...6 LOCATING THE FIREPLACE...6 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION...6-10 INSTALLATION...10-13 GAS CONNECTION...14-15 GAS PRESSURE CHECK...15 MANTEL INSTALLATION...16-18 BUILT-IN INSTALLATION...18-19 LOG ASSEMBLY...20 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...21-23 CLEANING/SERVICING...23-24 FLAME APPEARANCE...24 PARTS DIAGRAM & LIST...25 GENERATOR ASSEMBLY PARTS DIAGRAM...26 GENERATOR ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST...27 VF32B BLOWER KIT WIRING DIAGRAM...28...
  • Page 3: Warnings/Safety Information

    WARNINGS/SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous. 1. This heater shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom. 2. Never install the fireplace * in a recreational vehicle * where curtains, furniture, clothing, or other flammable objects are less than 36 inches from the front, top, or side of the fireplace * in high traffic areas * in windy or drafty areas...
  • Page 4: Vfzc32 Specifications

    Minimum Model Number Type VFZC32N Manual VFZC32L Manual Controls - Main control has 4 positions: OFF - All gas to the gas logs is shut off at the control IGN - Piezo ignitor allows ignition of the pilot without the use of matches or batteries...
  • Page 5 VFZC32 SPECIFICATIONS, CONTINUED... FIREBOX TOP VIEW FIREBOX FRONT VIEW FIREBOX SIDE VIEW...
  • Page 6: Product Features

    PRODUCT FEATURES Operation This Vent-free Gas Fireplace requires no outside venting or chimney making installation easy and inexpensive. When used without the optional blower (model VF32B), the firebox requires no electricity making it ideal for emergency backup heat. Blower Accessory The VFZC32 Vent-free Gas Fireplace will accept the VF32B Blower Kit accessory.
  • Page 7 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Providing adequate ventilation The following is excerpts from National Fuel Gas Code. NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation. All spaces in homes fall into one of the three following ventilation classifications: 1.
  • Page 8 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Use this worksheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space. Space: Includes the room in which you will install the firebox plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms.
  • Page 9 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Vent room directly to the outdoors. See Ventilation Air from Outdoors, page 10. Install a lower BTU/Hr firebox, if lower BTU/Hr size makes room unconfined. If the actual BTU/Hr used is less than the maximum BTU/Hr the space can support, the space is an unconfined space.
  • Page 10: Installation

    AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Ventilation Air From Outdoors Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts. You must provide two permanent openings: one within 12" of the ceiling and one within 12" of the floor. Connect these items directly to the outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors.
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION CONTINUED 6" TO SIDE WALL Figure 3 - Minimum Clearance to Wall and Ceiling Mantel Clearances for Built-in Installation If placing custom mantel above built-in fireplace, you must meet minimum clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening. If your installation does not meet the above minimum clearances, you must: * raise the mantel to an...
  • Page 12 INSTALLATION CONTINUED Installing the Fireplace Screen. 1. Insert each rod through the rings located at the top of the screen. NOTE: Before placing the last ring over the rod, slide the tinnerman clip (included in the parts bag) onto the rod and then slide the last ring over the rod.
  • Page 13: Installation

    INSTALLATION CONTINUED Installing the Firebrick Panels into the firebox. 1. Before installing the firebrick panels you must first remove the brick brackets. A 5/16" nut driver will be required. (See Figure 7a & b, below for location) 2. Carefully remove the firebrick panels from their box. 3.
  • Page 14: Gas Connection

    GAS CONNECTION A qualified gas appliance installer must connect the fireplace to the gas supply. Consult all local codes. Use new black iron or steel pipe only. Internally tinned copper tubing can be used in some areas when permitted by local codes. Only use pipe of 1/2" or greater diameter to allow full gas volume to heater.
  • Page 15: Gas Pressure Check

    GAS CONNECTION, The gas inlet connection is 3/8" NPT, made at the rear of the main control. This unit comes with an 18" gas flex pipe attached to the control valve at the factory. Run gas line into firebox from either side and attach to gas flex pipe.
  • Page 16: Mantel Installation

    MANTEL INSTALLATION Fireplace Installation Using Optional Mantel. This fireplace may be installed using the cabinet mantel with hearth base accessory against a wall in your home. You must use one of the Satin Black or Polished BrassTrim Kits available when installing your fireplace with the optional mantel kit. (See Accessories on page 28 &...
  • Page 17 MANTEL INSTALLATION 5. Center the unit on the Hearth Base. Run the Gas Line into the firebox. You can access beneath the firebox, to connect gas supply to control valve, from the left or right of the unit. Knock out the appropriate holes and run the flexible gas line into the fireplace and connect to the flexible gas line supplied with the fireplace.
  • Page 18: Mantel Installation

    MANTEL INSTALLATION 9. Lower Mantel top onto legs and header to com- plete installation of mantel. Figure 14 - Installing Mantel Top BUILT-IN INSTALLATION Built-in Fireplace Installation. Built-in installation of this fireplace involves installing the fireplace into a framed-in enclosure. This makes the front flush with the wall.
  • Page 19 BUILT-IN INSTALLATION If installing in a corner, use the dimensions shown in Figure 16 below for the rough opening. The height is 35", which is the same as the wall opening in Figure 15, page 18. 50-15/16" Figure 16 - Rough Opening for Installing in Corner. 2.
  • Page 20: Log Assembly

    LOG ASSEMBLY LOG POSITIONING This unit is supplied with a set of four ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands! Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. After handling logs, wash your hands gently with soap and water to remove any traces of fibers. PROPER INSTALLATION SEQUENCE: 1.
  • Page 21: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Avoid any drafts that alter the burner flame patterns. Do not allow fans to blow directly into the heater. Do not place a blower inside burn area of fireplace. Ceiling fans may create drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Sooting and improper burning will occur. This vent-free gas heater is intended to be smokeless.
  • Page 22 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, 1. STOP! Read the safety information on the previous page. 2. Turn off all electrical power and open the access door. 3. Turn off the rear burner and set the front burner to low. 4. Push in gas control (knob 1) slightly and turn clockwise KNOB 3 3.
  • Page 23: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, Wait 30 seconds before readjusting the heater when the control has been turned down to a lower setting. MATCH LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS If the pilot will not light using the piezo ignitor, you can light the pilot with a match. First, locate the pilot.
  • Page 24: Flame Appearance

    CLEANING / SERVICING, Periodic Cleaning • Do not use cleaning fluid to clean logs or any part of heater. • Logs - Brush with soft bristle brush or vacuum with brush attachment. • Vacuum loose particles and dust from the front and rear burner, control, and piezo. •...
  • Page 25: Parts Diagram And Parts List

    PARTS DIAGRAM AND PARTS LIST DESCRIPTION CABINET BOTTOM FIREBOX BACK FIREBOX LEFT SIDE FIREBOX RIGHT SIDE FIREBOX BOTTOM FIREBOX TOP CABINET BACK CABINET LEFT SIDE CABINET RIGHT SIDE INNER TOP INSULATION CABINET TOP LEFT SIDE TRIM RIGHT SIDE TRIM TOP/BOTTOM TRIM CURTAIN ROD FIREPLACE SCREEN LOWER GRILL...
  • Page 26: Generator Assembly Parts Diagram

    GENERATOR ASSEMBLY PARTS DIAGRAM...
  • Page 27: Generator Assembly Parts List

    GENERATOR ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST PART # 24610 24611 81193 81194 83251 83244 • 83343 89831 89834 89838 89839 89840 24612 89900 89873 • 83437 89841 89842 89853 89854 89853 89854 24613 89874 89874-1 89874-2 89874-3 89874-4 89856 • 86318 89855 •...
  • Page 28: Vf32B Blower Kit Wiring Diagram

    VF32B BLOWER KIT, Installing the Optional VF32B Blower Kit. You may install the VF32B Blower Kit in the VFZC32 Vent-free Gas Fireplace. Each Blower Kit includes the following: 1- 120 CFM Blower 1 - Blower Box 1- Manual fan control switch 1- Parts bag 1- Installation Instruction sheet The Blower will aid in the distribution and circulation of the heat throughout the heating area.
  • Page 29: Optional Accessories

    You may purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call United States Stove Company's Sales Department at 1-423-837-2100 for information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual.
  • Page 30: Optional Accessories

    OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ALUMINUM TRIM KITS Model VF32PB - Polished Brass Trim Kit Model VF32SB - Satin Black Trim Kit The Trim Kits must be used when installing firebox with Cabinet Mantel or Face Mantel. LOUVERED GRILL KITS Model VF32BL - Brass Louvered Grills Black Louvered Grills are shipped with the fireplace, but the Brass Louvered Grills add an extra touch of class to the fireplace.
  • Page 31: How To Order Repair Parts

    The PART DESCRIPTION The MODEL NUMBER: The SERIAL NUMBER _____________________ Before installing this fireplace, fill in the serial number in the space provided for your records. UNITED STATES STOVE COMPANY VFZC32 227 INDUSTRIAL PARK ROAD P.O.BOX 151 SOUTH PITTSBURGH, TN 37380...
  • Page 32 Keeping America Warm Since 1869 VFZC32 Owner's Manual Save this manual for future reference. United States Stove Company 227 Industrial Park Road P.O.Box 151 South Pittsburg, TN 37380 (423) 837-2100...

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