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VLS-18, 24, 30 Shown
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket,
f i r e - p a r t s . c o m
permanently located, manufactured (mobile)
home, where not prohibited by local codes.
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.
WARNINGS
If the information in this manual is not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing prop-
erty 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 appliance.
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
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
•
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
– Installation and service must be performed by
a qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
12406-2-0703
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
OWNER'S MANUAL
AND
UNVENTED GAS LOG HEATER OR
VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE
MODELS
VLS-16MV-CR1-2
VLS-24MV-CR1-2
VLS-16MM-CR1-2
VLS-24MM-CR1-2
EFFECTIVE DATE
JULY, 2003
This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxy-
gen) from the room in which it is installed. Provisions
for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be
provided. Refer to page 7.
WARNING: If not installed, operated and maintained
in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions,
this product could expose you to substances in fuel
or from fuel combustion which can cause death or
serious illness.
WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENT-
ED ROOM HEATERS
Water vapor is a by-product of gas combustion. An
unvented room heater produces approximately one
(1) ounce (30ml) of water for every 1,000 BTU's
(.3KW's) of gas input per hour. Refer to page 6.
VLS-18MV-CR1-2
VLS-30MV-CR1-2
VLS-18MM-CR1-2
VLS-30MM-CR1-2
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Summary of Contents for American Hearth VLS-16MV-CR1-2
- Page 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS OWNER'S MANUAL UNVENTED GAS LOG HEATER OR VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE MODELS VLS-16MV-CR1-2 VLS-18MV-CR1-2 VLS-24MV-CR1-2 VLS-30MV-CR1-2 VLS-18, 24, 30 Shown VLS-16MM-CR1-2 VLS-18MM-CR1-2 VLS-24MM-CR1-2 VLS-30MM-CR1-2 This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket, f i r e - p a r t s . c o m permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by local codes.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Page Important Safety Information .........................3 Safety Information for Users of LP Gas ......................4 Introduction ..............................5 General Information ............................6 Water Vapor: By Product of Unvented Room Heaters ..................6 Provisions for Adequate Combustion and Ventilation Air ................7 Clearances ..............................7-8 Combustible Material ............................9 Fireplace Preparation ............................9 Installing as a Vented Appliance ........................10... -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION • An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than • NOTE: Installation and repair should be done by a qualified 6,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bathroom service person. The appliance should be inspected before •... -
Page 4: Safety Information For Users Of Lp Gas
SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS members of your household. Someday when there may not be Propane (LP-Gas) is a flammable gas which can cause fires and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and colorless. a minute to lose, everyone's safety will depend on knowing exactly what to do. -
Page 5: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Attention: During initial firing of logs you will detect an odor as the IMPORTANT: Read all instructions carefully before starting installation. logs are cured. Failure to follow these installation instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty. Notice: During initial firing of this unit, its paint will bake out, and smoke will occur. -
Page 6: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the received. You should have the following: room in which it is installed. Provisions for adequate combustion • Gas log grate/burner assembly. and ventilation air must be provided. •... -
Page 7: Provisions For Adequate Combustion And Ventilation Air
PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR This heater shall not be installed in a confined space unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air. The National Fuel Gas Code defines a confined space as a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8m per kw) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space and... -
Page 8: Combustible Material
CLEARANCES (continued) Sidewall & Ceiling Clearances (Figure 3) Non-Combustible Requirements for Material Distance Safe Installation 12" or more Non-combustible material. Less than 12" Non-combustible material must be extended to 18", 24", 30" Log 41" at least 8" with the installation of the optional 16"... -
Page 9: Fireplace Preparation
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Page 10: Installing As A Vented Appliance
INSTALLING AS A VENTED APPLIANCE and National Fuel Gas Code, Section 6.6 since, the gas logs are operated with the damper open, non-combustible material and minimum mantel requirements do not apply. This appliance is for installation only in a solid fuel burning fireplace (masonry fireplace or manufactured fireplace) with a working flue and constructed of noncombustible material. -
Page 11: Gas Supply
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Page 12: Log Placement
LOG PLACEMENT support. VLS-(16, 18, 24, 30)(MM, MV) 4. Place back left (#2) log onto left, rear pin on rear log Before you begin: This unit is supplied with a set of eight ceramic support. fiber logs. Do not, handle these logs with your bare hands! Always 5. -
Page 13: Placement Of Glowing Embers And Lava Rock
PROPER INSTALLATION SEQUENCE: VLS-(18, 24, 30)(MM, MV) (-CR1) (Figures 12, 14) 1. Remove shipping plate from burner pan. 2. Place two (2) log grates onto two (2) left, front pins and two (2) right, front pins on burner pan. Secure grates with two (2) Tinnerman clips. -
Page 14: Operation Instructions/Flame Appearance
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS/FLAME APPEARANCE Flames from the pilot (rear right back side of the pan burner) as well as the main flame should be visually checked as the log set is installed. In normal operation at full rate after 10 to 15 minutes, the flame appearance should be sets of yellow flames. -
Page 15: Vls-(16,18, 24, 30)Mm(-Cr1) Lighting Instructions
VLS-(16, 18, 24, 30)MM (-CR1) LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result caus- ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. department. -
Page 16: Vls-(16,18, 24, 30)Mv(-Cr1) Lighting Instructions
VLS-(16, 18, 24, 30)MV (-CR1) LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result caus- ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. department. -
Page 17: Pilot Flame Characteristics
PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS Figures 19 and 22 show a correct pilot flame pattern. The correct 2. Blow air pressure through the holes indicated by the arrows. flame will be blue and will extend beyond the thermocouple. The This will blow out foreign materials such as dust, lint and flame will surround the thermocouple just below the tip. -
Page 18: Cleaning And Servicing
PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS (continued) Cleaning and Maintenance/Pilot When the pilot has a large yellow tip flame, clean the Oxygen Depletion Sensor as follows: Oxygen Depletion Sensor Pilot (Figure 24) 1. Clean the ODS pilot by loosening nut B from the pilot tubing. When this procedure is required, grasp nut A with an open end wrench. -
Page 19: Wiring
WIRING Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. 16", 18", 24" and 30" Gas Logs (Millivolt) thermopile is self powered gas valve and does not require 110 volts. See Figure 25 to provide optional wall switch, thermostat, or remote control. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS - POSSIBLE CAUSES AND CORRECTIONS Turn appliance OFF and allow to cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair the heater. 1. When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/ c. Manual Shutoff valve not fully open - Fully open manual pilot. -
Page 21: Parts List
PARTS LIST Index Part Index Part Number Description Number Description COMMON PARTS SWITCH AND WIRE) 12348 BURNER ASSEMBLY (16) LP R-5757 OFF/ON SWITCH 12347 BURNER ASSEMBLY (16) NAT R-5699 WIRE HARNESS 12330 BURNER ASSEMBLY (18) LP 12329 BURNER ASSEMBLY (18) NAT VARIABLE SYSTEM 12321 BURNER ASSEMBLY (24) LP... -
Page 22: Parts View
Do not order bolts, screws, washers or nuts. They are standard hardware items and can be purchased at any local hardware store. Shipments contingent upon strikes, fires and all causes beyond our control. American Hearth Systems, Inc. • 918 Freeburg Avenue • Belleville, Illinois 62220 Page 22... -
Page 23: Service Notes
SERVICE NOTES f i r e - p a r t s . c o m 12406-2-0703 Page 23... - Page 24 SERVICE NOTES f i r e - p a r t s . c o m A Division of Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. 918 Freeburg Ave. Belleville, Illinois 62220 Phone: 1-800-851-3153 FAX: 1-800-443-8648 Page 24 12406-2-0703...
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