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VFF Vent Free Fireplace System
Installation & Operating Instructions
Models: VFF32LNI,VFF32LPI,VFF36LNI, VFF36LPI,
VFF32LNV, VFF32LPV, VFF36LNV, VFF36LPV
WARNING: If the information in this
manual is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property
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.
– Leave the building immediately.
– Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas
supplier's instructions.
– If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
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Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air
(oxygen) from the room in which it is installed.
Provisions for adequate combustion and ventil-
ation air must be provided. Refer to Page 8.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future
reference.
Monessen • VFF 32/36 Owner Manual • 20308184 • Rev M • 1/22
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- Page 1 VFF Vent Free Fireplace System Installation & Operating Instructions Models: VFF32LNI,VFF32LPI,VFF36LNI, VFF36LPI, VFF32LNV, VFF32LPV, VFF36LNV, VFF36LPV WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS VFF Vent Free Fireplace System Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Monessen Fireplace. PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. 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 warranty. Important Safety Information ........ -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION VFF Vent Free Fireplace System OWNER INSTALLER Please retain these instructions for future reference. Please leave these instructions with the appliance. WARNING: • Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous. • Improper installation or use of the heater can cause serious injury or death from fire, burns, explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning. -
Page 4: Codes
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION VFF Vent Free Fireplace System The initial break-in operation should last six hours with THIS APPLIANCE MAY BE INSTALLED IN AN the burner at the highest setting. Provide maximum AFTER-MARKET, PERMANENTLY LOCATED, ventilation by opening windows or doors to allow MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOME, WHERE odors to dissipate. -
Page 5: Product Features
GAS SPECIFICATIONS AND ORIFICE SIZES ORIFICE MODEL FUEL CONTROL SIZE Fireplace VFF32LNV MILLIVOLT 37,000 25,000 3.00mm Screen VFF32LPV MILLIVOLT 36,000 28,000 VFF32LNI 37,000 25,000 3.00mm VFF32LPI 36,000 28,000 VFF36LNV MILLIVOLT 37,000 25,000 3.00mm VFF36LPV MILLIVOLT 36,000 28,000 VFF36LNI 37,000 25,000 3.00mm... -
Page 6: Cold Climate Option
PRODUCT FEATURES VFF Vent Free Fireplace System COLD CLIMATE OPTION (IPI Models Only) To remedy this issue, your fireplace has been designed with a cold climate pilot option, which, when active, maintains NOTE: If you live in a cold climate, seal all cracks around a warmer temperature inside your firebox to make ignition your appliance and wherever cold air could enter the room, faster and more efficient. -
Page 7: Fireplace And Framing Dimensions
Min. Rough Opening Depth 1/2" or 5/8" O - Min. Rough Opening Width Min. Rough Opening Height Model Pounds VFF32LNV/CNV VFF32LPV/CPV VFF32LNI/CNI VFF32LPI/CPI VFF36LNV/CNV VFF36LPV/CPV VFF36LNI/CNI VFF36LPI/CPI ► Figure 3. Fireplace and Framing Dimensions Ref. VFF32 VFF36 37" (940 mm) 41"... -
Page 8: Pre-Installation Information
PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION VFF Vent Free Fireplace System WARNING—Do not install the heater: WARNING: • Where curtains, furniture, clothing, or • Gloves are recommended when handling other flammable objects are less than refractory cement or ceramic fiber logs to 42" from the front of the heater. prevent skin irritation from loose fibers. -
Page 9: Fireplace Installation
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION VFF Vent Free Fireplace System Unusually tight construction is defined as construction FIREPLACE LOCATION where: Carefully select the best location for installation of your a. walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere unvented fireplace. The following factors should be taken into consideration. -
Page 10: Clearances
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION VFF Vent Free Fireplace System CLEARANCES 12” Ensure that minimum clearances shown in Figures 6, 7 and Combustible 8 are maintained. Left and right clearances are determined material can 10” when facing the front of the firebox. contact top of 23”... -
Page 11: Framing And Anchoring
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION VFF Vent Free Fireplace System ► VINYL FLOORING 2. Slide the firebox into prepared framing or position firebox in its final position and frame later. Vinyl Flooring is sensitive to heat. A 14 inch minimum 3. Level the firebox by checking the top edge of the firebox. depth hearth extension is recommended when using vinyl Shim if necessary. -
Page 12: Gas Line And Pressure
GAS LINE & PRESSURE VFF Vent Free Fireplace System CONNECTING THE GAS LINE WARNING: Connecting directly to an unregulated propane/LPG tank can NOTICE: A qualified gas appliance installer must connect cause an explosion the heater to the gas supply. Consult all local codes. WARNING: Use new black iron or steel pipe. -
Page 13: Checking Gas Pressure - Ipi Control
FINAL INSTALLATION VFF Vent Free Fireplace System CHECK GAS PRESSURE – IPI CONTROL REMOVE SCREEN 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as NOTE: Fireplace screen must be removed to access log box and to install canopy. stated on the appliance’s rating decal. -
Page 14: Electrical Wiring - Millivolt
ELECTRICAL WIRING — MILLIVOLT VFF Vent Free Fireplace System ODS Pilot On/Off Switch Field Installed Optional Pilot Wall Switch or Remote Receiver Valve On/Off Switch Spade Terminal TH = 3 TP = 1 TP/TH = 2 FP2112a Switch Figure 17. Wiring Diagram (Millivolt) FP2112a WARNING: Label all wires prior to wiring diagram... -
Page 15: Connect Remote Receiver
ELECTRICAL WIRING — MILLIVOLT VFF Vent Free Fireplace System CONNECT REMOTE RECEIVER THESE INSTRUCTIONS SUPERCEDE THE SECTION ENTITLED “HEARTH MOUNT” IN THE MILLIVOLT HAND-HELD REMOTE INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED WITH THE REMOTE. Figure 18 1. Remove bottom control door. 2. Connect the remote connector wires located in the unit to the remote receiver. -
Page 16: Operating Instructions-Millivolt
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS—MILLIVOLT VFF Vent Free Fireplace System FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instruction exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance is equipped with a pilot which must be lit with built-in piezo ignitor while following these instructions exactly. -
Page 17: Lighting Pilot For The First Time
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS—MILLIVOLT VFF Vent Free Fireplace System LIGHTING PILOT FOR THE FIRST TIME APPROVED LEAK TESTING METHOD You may check for gas leaks with the following methods only: • Soap and water solution • An approved leak testing spray • Electronic sniffer NOTE: Remove any excessive pipe compound from the connections. -
Page 18: Lighting Burner
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – MILLIVOLT VFF Vent Free Fireplace System LIGHTING BURNER LIGHTING THE BURNER Depress and turn the knob counterclockwise to the “ON” position. It will take less than four (4) seconds for the burner to ignite. MAIN BURNER SWITCH This switch allows you to turn on and to turn off the main burner without using the gas valve knob. -
Page 19: Electrical Installation - Ipi
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION — IPI VFF Vent Free Fireplace System WARNING: Do NOT connect to a Label all wires before disconnecting when 110V circuit. servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. JUNCTION BOX WIRING 1. This should be done before framing the fireplace. Wire WARNING: Electrical connections should the receptacle into an electrical circuit. -
Page 20: Wall Switch Installation
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION – IPI VFF Vent Free Fireplace System WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION board. Run wire to desired location on wall. Up to 50 feet of 18 gauge wire may be used if necessary. Attach wires The wall switch wire connection is located off the wire to wall switch. -
Page 21: Operating Instructions - Ipi
VFF Vent Free Fireplace System OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – IPI ® OPERATIONS AND INDICATIONS Cold Climate Switch CONTROL BOARD Master Switch System Set Up Chart NOTE: When using ON/OFF wall switch, the master switch, located in bottom of fireplace must be in the ON position to perform all configuration setup operations. -
Page 22: For Your Safety Read Before Lighting
VFF Vent Free Fireplace System OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – IPI 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 lie. A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Refer to the instructions. -
Page 23: Log And Media Placement
VFF Vent Free Fireplace System LOG AND MEDIA PLACEMENT WARNING: The positioning of the logs is critical to the safe and clean operation of this heater. Sooting and other problems may result if the logs are not properly and firmly positioned in the appliance. -
Page 24: Install Berkley Oak Logs
VFF Vent Free Fireplace System LOG AND MEDIA PLACEMENT INSTALL 24" (F, R) BERKLEY OAK LOGS ON 4. Place left rear log (#4) on pin located on rear support bracket on left side. Figure 27 NATURAL BLAZE BURNER 1. Place the #1 log (the “chunk”) on the grate bar right side Left Rear Log #4 of the burner adjacent to the controls. -
Page 25: Place The Decorative Rock
LOG AND MEDIA PLACEMENT VFF Vent Free Fireplace System INSTALL 24", (F,R) HIGHLAND OAK LOGS ON 7. Place left top log (#7) on left rear log (#4) and left front log (#5) using locating grooves on bottom of #7 and NATURAL BLAZE BURNER locating blocks on logs #4 and #5. -
Page 26: Place The Decorative Rock
LOG AND MEDIA PLACEMENT VFF Vent Free Fireplace System 4. Place left rear log (#4) on pin located on rear support 8. Place small right front top log (#8) on log #7 and log #2 using locating grooves on the bottom of log #8 and bracket on left side and left grate bar. - Page 27 LOG AND MEDIA PLACEMENT VFF Vent Free Fireplace System 2. Place bottom rear right log #2 on pin on rear of grate 5. Place center left log #5 on top of log #4 on left side assembly and push towards rear as far as possible. with small end of log #5 under log #3 and on left grate bar.
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Page 28: Install Beachcomber And Riverwood Logs
VFF Vent Free Fireplace System BEACHCOMBER AND RIVERWOOD LOGS 4. Place the right log (#4) on the bar located on the right INSTALL 18" BEACHCOMBER AND RIVERWOOD side of the burner. (See Figure 48.) LOGS ON NATURAL BLAZE BURNER 1. Place the rear log (#1) on the rear pins located on the log support bar. -
Page 29: Install Split Timber/Stoney Creek Logs
LOG AND MEDIA PLACEMENT VFF Vent Free Fireplace System SPLIT TIMBER 24ST-R LOGS /STONEY 5. Place front bottom left log (#5) on left pin located on burner and left grate bar. The right side of the log CREEK SC24-R LOGS PLACEMENT should rest on log #4. -
Page 30: Glass Only Placement
LOG AND MEDIA PLACEMENT VFF Vent Free Fireplace System on log #12. Rest bottom of log onto log #10 and center Center Log #9 Mid Left Log #8 log (#9). 9 Log #13 (SC2430EK Enhancement Kit) Figure 56 10. Place top front right log (#10) onto mid right log (#6) LG1070 Mon SC24R logs 8 9 by placing notch on bottom of log onto locating block... -
Page 31: Flame Appearance
FLAME APPEARANCE VFF Vent Free Fireplace System PILOT AND BURNER FLAME APPEARANCE VFF32C/VFF36C MODELS In normal operation at full rate after 15 minutes, the following Flames from the pilot, front and rear burner should be flame appearances should be observed: visually checked as soon as the heater is installed. -
Page 32: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS VFF Vent Free Fireplace System FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instruction exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance is equipped with a piezo ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. If the piezo is not working properly see Match Lighting Instructions. -
Page 33: Millivolt/Thermostat Control Lighting Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS VFF Vent Free Fireplace System MILLIVOLT/THERMOSTAT CONTROL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read the safety information label. 2. Make sure the manual shutoff valve is fully open. 3. This gas log set is equipped with an ignition device (piezo) which automatically lights the pilot. If piezo ignitor does not light the pilot, refer to instructions for Match Lighting Instructions on the following page. -
Page 34: Blower Operation
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS VFF Vent Free Fireplace System MATCH LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Remove any items necessary for easy access to the pilot (for example: logs, screens, etc.). 2. Follow appropriate lighting instructions found previously. Instead of pushing and releasing the piezo button, light a match and hold the flame to the end of the pilot and ignite the pilot. -
Page 35: Cleaning And Servicing
CLEANING AND SERVICING VFF Vent Free Fireplace System WARNING: Turn off heater and allow to cool before cleaning. Disconnect electrical power before cleaning or servicing. PERIODIC CLEANING ANNUAL CLEANING/INSPECTION Refer to parts diagram for location of items discussed Refer to parts diagram for location of items discussed below. -
Page 36: Optional Accessories
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES VFF Vent Free Fireplace System INSTALLING OPTIONAL FIREBRICK PANELS NOTE: Firebrick liner kits may be used only with the VFF vent free fireplace systems. Please verify the size and Retainer model number of your insert to be certain the kit you pur- Brackets chased is correct. -
Page 37: Installing Optional Porcelain Panels
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES VFF Vent Free Fireplace System INSTALLING OPTIONAL PORCELAIN INSTALLING OPTIONAL BLACK MAGIC PANELS PANELS NOTE: Porcelain liner kits are approved for use with op- NOTE: Black Magic glass liner kits are approved for tional fireglass and log kits. These kits are designed to fit use with optional fireglass and log kits. -
Page 38: Troubleshooting
VFF Vent Free Fireplace System TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn appliance OFF and allow to cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair the heater. NOTE: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION When ignitor button is pressed, 1. - Page 39 TROUBLESHOOTING VFF Vent Free Fireplace System OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION ODS/pilot lights, but flame 1. Control knob not fully pressed in. 1. Press in control knob fully. goes out when control knob is 2. Control knob not pressed in long 2.
- Page 40 TROUBLESHOOTING VFF Vent Free Fireplace System IPI SYSTEM Battery polarity wrong? Reinstall batteries correctly. Make sure control board is No beep or flashing Flip the master switch to the connected to battery pack wire green light in about 5 ON position harness.
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Page 41: Replacement Parts
REPLACEMENT PARTS VFF Vent Free Fireplace System VFF FIREBOX PARTS REF. DESCRIPTION VFF32 VFF36 CANOPY 20308199K 20308156K SCREEN ASSEMBLY 20308196K 20308187K 20307901K 20307904K 20307856K 20307859K LEFT FIREBRICK (OPTIONAL) (CINNAMON) (COLONIAL RED) (CINNAMON) (COLONIAL RED) 20307900K 20307903K 20307855K 20307858K CENTER FIREBRICK (OPTIONAL) (CINNAMON) (COLONIAL RED) (CINNAMON) -
Page 42: Vff32/Vff36 Millivolt Burner Parts
REPLACEMENT PARTS VFF Vent Free Fireplace System VFF32/VFF36 MILLIVOLT BURNER PARTS CONTEMPORARY TRADITIONAL BURNER BURNER DESCRIPTION VFF32/36LNV VFF32/36LPV On/Off Switch 32D0232 32D0232 Piezo Ignitor 14D0503 14D0503 ODS Pilot Assembly 14D0473 14D0477 Piezo Wire 00K0632 00K0632 Control Valve 14D0467 14D0468 Pilot Regulator 14D0469 Burner Injector 20H3154... -
Page 43: Vff32/Vff36 Ipi Burner Parts
REPLACEMENT PARTS VFF Vent Free Fireplace System VFF32/VFF36 IPI BURNER PARTS CONTEMPORARY TRADITIONAL BURNER BURNER DESCRIPTION VFF32/36LNI VFF32/36LPI Cold Climate Switch 95E0111 95E0111 On/Off Switch 32D0232 32D0232 Gas Valve 20307838K 20307839K Control Box 95E0100 95E0100 ODS Module 20303179 20303179 ODS Pilot Assembly 26D2529 14D0476 ODS Module Wire... -
Page 44: Berkley Oak Refractory Logs
REPLACEMENT PARTS VFF Vent Free Fireplace System (BENEATH #8) BERKLEY OAK REFRACTORY LOGS 810107 NB18 24 log parts REF. DESCRIPTION QUANTITY BO24-R BO24-F Ember Chunk 81D0110K 81D0109K Right Front Log 81D0067K 81D0091K Right Rear Log 81D0068K 81D0092K Left Rear Log 81D0069K 81D0093K Left Front Log... -
Page 45: Highland Oak Refractory Logs
REPLACEMENT PARTS VFF Vent Free Fireplace System (BENEATH #7) HIGHLAND OAK REFRACTORY LOGS REF. DESCRIPTION QUANTITY HO24-R HO24-F Ember Chunk 81D0110K 81D0109K Right Front Log 81D0019K 81D0043K Right Rear Log 81D0020K 81D0044K Left Rear Log 81D0021K 81D0045K Left Front Log 81D0022K 81D0046K Left Top Log... -
Page 46: Beachcomber & Riverwood Refractory Logs
VFF Vent Free Fireplace System BEACHCOMBER AND RIVERWOOD LOGS Ref Description Qty BC18-R BC24-R BC30-R RW18-R RW24-R RW30-R Rear log, #1 20308895 20308748 20308917 20308931 20308754 20308901 Front left log, #2 20308897 20308750 20308750 20308933 20308756 20308756 Front center log, #3 20308896 20308749 20308918... -
Page 47: Kentucky Wildwood Refractory Logs
REPLACEMENT PARTS VFF Vent Free Fireplace System KENTUCKY WILDWOOD REFRACTORY LOGS REF DESCRIPTION QUANTITY KW24-R Bottom front right log, #1 20305813 810107 Bottom rear right log, #2 20305814 KW24 logs Bottom rear left log, #3 20305815 Bottom front left log, #4 20305816 Center left log, #5 20305817... -
Page 48: Stoney Creek Refractory Logs
REPLACEMENT PARTS VFF Vent Free Fireplace System 2 (Ember Chunk) 3 (Ember Chunk) STONEY CREEK REFRACTORY LOGS REF. DESCRIPTION SC24-R Bottom Rear Log #1 20303570K 810107 Ember Chunk #2 (notch on both ends) 81D0110K Mon SC24R log parts Ember Chunk # 3 (notch on one end) 20303559K Front Bottom Right Log #4 20303571K... -
Page 49: Warranty
VFF Vent Free Fireplace System ► Hearth & Home Technologies LLC LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Hearth & Home Technologies LLC (“HHT”) extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet and electric hearth appliances (each a “Product” and collectively, the “Product(s)”) and certain component parts set forth in the table below (“Component Part(s)”) that are purchased from a HHT authorized dealer or distributor. - Page 50 VFF Vent Free Fireplace System WARRANTY CONDITIONS: • Because HHT cannot control the quality of any Products sold by unauthorized sellers, this Warranty only covers Products that are purchased through an HHT authorized dealer or distributor unless otherwise prohibited by law; a list of HHT authorized dealers is available on the HHT branded websites.
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