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DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. Natural Vent Insert Models: LHER20 LHEC20 LHER30 LHEC30 Homeowner's Installation and Operating Manual INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
LHE Series Natural Vent Insert PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE. Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a CFM Corporation fireplace insert. IMPORTANT - Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the manufacturers' warranty.
fireplace. The size of the fireplace cavity (min. 25¹⁄₄"W x 17¹⁄₄"H x 13¹⁄₂" D (641 x 438 x 343 mm) for the LHEC20 and LHER20, 28³⁄₄"W x 21"H x 15¹⁄₂"D (730 x 533 x 394 mm) for LHEC30 and LHER30), the design of the chimney for effective venting should be determined.
LHEC20/LHER20/LHEC30/LHER30 Natural Vent Inserts, only the CFM Corporation zero clearance kit HEZC is approved to be used. When using the HEZC with insert models LHEC20 or LHER20, the Trim Closure Kit, LHE20TCK, must also be installed. 37¹⁄₄" (946mm) Air Inlet Channel 27¹⁄₄"...
Min. Air Shutter fireplaces. Input Setting Btu/h Front Rear Fully Closed LHEC20 / LHER20 / LHEC30 / LHER30 Open Fully Fully Open Open ANSI Z 21.88-2005 / CSA 2.33-2005 Fully Closed Open Fully...
1/2 psig (3.45kPa). Fan Kit 115 volt, 60 Hz. 56w (Model FK24) NOTE: The LHER20 and LHER30 are not designed for a fan kit. The fan kit includes the following: fan, temperature sensor, speed control and a 6 ft. cord. The following explains how to start and set the fan for automatic operation.
On/Off Switch As- opening 25¹⁄₄"W x 17¹⁄₂" H x 13¹⁄₂"D sembly for LHEC20 and LHER20 or 28³⁄₄"W x 21"H x 15¹⁄₂"D (730 x 533 x 394 mm) LHER30 and has been installed in accordance with the National, Provincial/State and local building codes and is constructed of noncombustible materials.
Insert liner from top of chimney through the damper opening and attach to 3" flue collar for LHEC20 and LHER20 and 4" flue collar for LHEC30 and LHER30. For best results use three (3) sheet metal screws and a hose clamp.
LHE Series Natural Vent Insert Blocked Flue Shut Off System These inserts are equipped with a blocked flue shut off switch. This switch is factory installed, wired and tested. Check and make sure the switch and wires are in the proper position.
2. Remove logs from packaging. 3. Place logs according to the model instructions be- low: LHEC20, LHER20 (Figs. 18) a. Place rear left log (JR7). Use the log's bottom Louvre b. Place rear right log (JR8). Use the log's bottom Glass Panel c.
Ensure the log is secure in place. f. Place the burner lava rock on the front area of the burner housing. (Fig. 19) Burner Lava Rock Fig. 18 LHEC20 and LHER20 log and lava rock placement. KR24 KR25 LG285...
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Fig. 21 Flame adjustment knob for SIT Valve. FP390 FLAME ADJUSTMENT KNOB 11/21/96 Fig. 23 Correct burner flame appearance for LHEC20 and LHER20. Fig. 24 Correct burner flame appearance for LHEC30 and LHER30. 10005360 3/8" - 1/2" Turn clockwise to lower flame height.
LHE Series Natural Vent Insert Lighting and Operating Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING 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 heater has a pilot which must be lit manu- ally.
Troubleshooting the Gas Control System NOTE: Before trouble shooting the gas control system, be sure external gas shut off is in the “On” position. WARNING: Before doing any gas control service work, remove glass front. SYMPTOM 1. Spark ignitor will not light A.
LHE Series Natural Vent Insert Troubleshooting the Gas Control System START Gas Supply On Pilot Lights With Piezo Ignitor Pilot Stays Lit Pilot Lights Main Burner System OK. Honeywell Millivolt Valve CHECK Supply Line Hooked Up Shutoff Valve Open Lockout Has Engaged. Wait 60 Seconds And Try Again.
Instructions for RF Comfort Control Valve The Comfort Control Valve allows remote control of temperature, fan and flame appearance. NOTE: The antenna should hang in free air away from grounded metal. Operation 1. If the manual switch is in remote position, switch it to LOCAL.
LHE Series Natural Vent Insert Delay Timer Mode The shut off delay timer has a maximum of 2 hours and a minimum of zero minutes. To change the timer level, press the time key followed by an arrow key. Pushing the key once will change the timer by 10 minutes.
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2. Slide the Remote/Local switch to REMOTE and teach the valve a transmitter (refer to Item 6, page 1). The Error Code will clear itself after approximate- ly 1¹⁄₂ minutes and return to normal operation. LED Count Service Action Replace valve Confirm stepper motor connection exists Confirm fan connection exists and...
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LHE Series Natural Vent Insert Comfort Valve system control sequence of operation with transmitter Local Path If manual switch is set to LOCAL, did main burner light? Transmitter con- trols fan Turn pilotstat knob to PILOT to turn off main burner Turn pilotstat knob to OFF to turn valve completely...
Burner and Burner Compartment It is important to keep the burner and the burner compartment clean. At least once per year the logs and lava rock/ember material should be removed and the burner compartment vacuumed and wiped out. Remove and replace the logs as per the instructions in this manual.
LHE Series Natural Vent Insert LHER20/LHEC20 LHER30/LHEC30 22a/b • CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. LHE Series 6a/b 7a/b ��� 24a/b 23 a/b...
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Fan Temperature Sensor (for RN orRP Units) Fan Speed Control Switch (for RN or RP Units) Speed Control Knob (for RN or RP Units) Glass with Gasket Gasket Glass Frame Window 10005360 LHER20 LHEC20 10005332 10005332 10005333 (JR7) 10005333 (JR7) 10005334 (JR8)
Remote Controls Optional remote control units are available to control different functions of the appliance. Model Function(s) Controlled ON/OFF ON/OFF and Temperature MRC3 ON/OFF and Temperature control with a digital and a programmable 24 hour clock Wall mounted thermostat control NOTE: These remote controls are for RN/RP units only.
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5. Remove the hood and inner baffle. (Fig. 30) 6. Install the LHEC20/LHER20 insert by pushing it all the way back inside the shell. (Fig. 31) For complete gas line and venting installation, refer to Pages 6 and 8.
PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY All Vermont Castings gas stoves, gas inserts, and gas fireplaces, and all Majestic gas fireplaces equipped with an Insta- Flame Ceramic Burner, or standard steel tube burner. BASIC WARRANTY CFM Corporation (hereinafter referred to collectively as the Company) warrants that your new Vermont Castings or Majestic Gas Fireplace/ Stove is free from manufacturing and material defects for a period of one year from the date of purchase, subject to the following conditions...
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