Empire Comfort Systems VFLC10IN32N-1 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Empire Comfort Systems VFLC10IN32N-1 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

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Loft Vent-Free Fireplace Insert
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INSTALLER:
Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER:
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FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly
could result in serious injury, death or
property damage.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable 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.
— Installation and service must be per-
formed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER'S MANUAL
WARNING
UNVENTED GAS
FIREPLACE MODELS:
VFLc10In32(n,P)-1
VFLc20In32(n,P)-1
VFLc20In72(n,P)-1
VFLc28In32(n,P)-1
VFLc28In72(n,P)-1
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.
"FIRE, EXPLOSION, AND ASPHYXIATION HAZARD
Improper adjustment, alteration, service,
maintenance, or installation of this heater or
its controls can cause death or serious injury.
Read and follow instructions and precautions
in User's Information Manual provided with
this heater."
This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the
room in which it is installed. Provisions for adequate combustion
and ventilation air must be provided. Refer to pages 16 and 17.
WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED 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 16.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket, 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.
GAS-FIRED
WARNING
WARNING

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER’S MANUAL Loft Vent-Free Fireplace Insert UNVENTED GAS FIREPLACE MODELS: VFLc10In32(n,P)-1 GAS-FIRED VFLc20In32(n,P)-1 VFLc20In72(n,P)-1 VFLc28In32(n,P)-1 VFLc28In72(n,P)-1 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 Shown without required front.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE CARTON CONTENTS AND HARDWARE PACK ..................3 BEFORE YOU START ..........................4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ....................5-6 SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF PROPANE GAS ..............6-7 IMPORTANT INSTALLATION GUIDELINES ....................7 INTRODUCTION ............................8 SPECIFICATIONS ............................9 INSTALLATION IN A FIREPLACE ......................
  • Page 3: Carton Contents And Hardware Pack

    caRTon conTenTs & HaRDWaRe PacK Quantity Supplied Index Description Location Number Fireplace Insert In carton Barrier Screen Assembly Front of Insert Warning Label Plate In envelope Flex Line with Shut-off Attached to the gas valve AA Batteries In envelope Wire Retainer Clips In envelope ON/OFF Switch In envelope Extension Wire Harness...
  • Page 4: Before You Start

    BEFORE YOU START Unpacking the fireplace insert: WARNING Cut binding straps. Remove the top carton. Read and follow these safety precautions prior to operat- Carefully remove the carton contents. ing this appliance. Failure to follow these precautions may Use the Carton Contents and Hardware Pack lists on page 3 result in death, injury, or property damage.
  • Page 5: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will • WARNING: DO NOT operate this appliance unless all result in death or serious injury. components including burners, and controls are in good working condition. Replacement components are available WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, through your local dealer as indicated in the How to Order could result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 6: Safety Information For Users Of Propane Gas

    – before the understand that Empire Comfort Systems accepts no heating season. If you have pets or excessive dust, more responsibility for this decision and any injury or damage due frequent cleaning may be necessary.
  • Page 7: Important Installation Guidelines

    SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF PROPANE Gas (conT'D) • If, at any time, you do not smell the Propane Gas odorant and If the valve is left open, then treat the container as a new tank. you think you should, assume you have a leak. Then take the Always be sure your container is under vapor pressure by same immediate action recommended above for the occasion turning it off at the container before it goes completely empty...
  • Page 8: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Instructions to Installer NOTICE: During initial firing of this unit, its paint will bake out, and Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after smoke will occur. To prevent triggering of smoke alarms, ventilate installation. the room in which the unit is installed. Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card supplied Installation on Rugs and Tile with unvented room heater.
  • Page 9: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS VFLc10In32 Propane Natural adaptor Kit Description Input Btu/hr Maximum 10,000 10,000 Surround Adaptor Kit - Required For Cast SAN20 Iron Surround With VFLC(10,20)IN Inserts Input Btu/hr Minimum 10,000 10,000 Surround Adaptor Kit - Required For Cast Orifice SAN28 Iron Surround With VFLC28IN Inserts Air Shutter Opening 3/16"...
  • Page 10: Installation In A Fireplace

    INSTALLATION IN A FIREPLACE First check to make sure there is no hidden damage to the NOTICE: If desired, it is acceptable to attach metal strapping unit. Take a minute and plan out the gas and electrical route. It or brackets (not provided) from the fireplace cavity to the insert is best to start with the gas line first, followed by the electrical outer jacket to secure the fireplace insert to the fireplace hearth supply requirements.
  • Page 11: Fireplace Insert Dimensions

    FIREPLACE INSERT DIMENSIONS When planning a fireplace insert installation, it’s necessary to • Whether optional accessories - devices such as a wall switch determine: or remote control - are desired. • Gas supply piping. • Electrical supply requirements for optional blower. •...
  • Page 12: Built-In Fireplace Installation

    BUILT-IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION In planning the installation for the fireplace, it is necessary to The fireplace can be mounted on any of these surfaces: determine where the unit is to be installed and whether optional 1. A flat hard combustible or non-combustible surface. accessories are desired.
  • Page 13: Vflc(10,20)In Fireplace Surround Dimensions

    VFLc(10,20)In FIRePLace sURRoUnD DIMensIons 1” 21 1/2” 34” Ds20433BL 1” 24 1/2” 40” Ds20763BL 39235-1-0219 Page 13...
  • Page 14: Vflc28In Fireplace Surround Dimensions

    VFLc28In FIRePLace sURRoUnD DIMensIons 1” 24 1/2” 37” Ds28433BL 1” 27 1/2” 43” Ds28763BL Page 14 39235-1-0219...
  • Page 15: Alternate On/Off System Installation

    aLTeRnaTe on/oFF sWITcH InsTaLLaTIon Cast Iron Surrounds Cast Iron Surrounds require a surround adaptor kit. See page 9 for kit information. Find the coiled low voltage wire assembly and ON/OFF switch located in the instruction packet. 2a. Attach the flag terminal ends to the “TH/TP”...
  • Page 16: Water Vapor: A By-Product Of Unvented Room Heaters

    WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS Water vapor is a by-product of gas combustion. An unvented room The following steps will help insure that water vapor does not heater produces approximately one ounce (30ml) of water for every become a problem.
  • Page 17 PRoVIsIons FoR aDeQUaTe coMBUsTIon & VenTILaTIon aIR (conT'D) Ventilation Air From Outdoors The space in the above example is a confined space because the actual BTU/Hr used is more than the maximum BTU/HR the space Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts. You must can support.
  • Page 18: Gas Supply

    GAS SUPPLY The gas pipeline can be brought in through the right or left side of Installing the Main Gas Shut-Off the appliance. The insert has a Flexline with shutoff valve located on Each appliance should have its own manual gas shut-off. the right side when facing the unit.
  • Page 19: (Combustible) Clearances

    Gas sUPPLY (conT'D) Checking Manifold Pressure Propane Gas will have a manifold pressure approximately 10.0"w.c. MILLIVOLT VALVES at the pressure regulator outlet with the inlet pressure to the pressure Natural Gas will have a manifold pressure of approximately 3.5" w.c. regulator from a minimum of 11.0"w.c. for the purpose of input for maximum input or 1.7"...
  • Page 20: Combustible Materials

    COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS Combustible Material No greeting cards, stockings or ornamentation of any type should be No greeting cards, stockings or ornamentation of any type should placed on or attached to the fireplace. This is a heating appliance. be placed on or attached to the fireplace. The flow of heat can The flow of heat can ignite combustibles.
  • Page 21: Millivolt Alternate On/Off Switch Installation

    MILLIVoLT aLTeRnaTe on/oFF sWITcH InsTaLLaTIon WIRING THE FIREPLACE Connect the low voltage wires from the gas valve to the ON/OFF switch. CAUTION a. For millivolt valve connections, see Figure 18. b. For IP valve connections, locate the green and white wires Disconnect remote controls if you are absent for extended from the control module, then connect the switch wire flag time periods. This will prevent accidental fireplace operation.
  • Page 22: Decorative Accessory Installation

    DECORATIVE ACCESSORY INSTALLATION WARNING Failure to position the parts in accordance with the dia- grams and instructions below or failure to use only parts specifically approved for use with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury. NOTICE: The Loft series burners may be operated with or without the Decorative accessory options.
  • Page 23: 10,000 Btu Millivolt Control Valve Lighting Instructions

    10,000 BTU MILLIVoLT conTRoL VaLVe LIGHTInG 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 appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.
  • Page 24: Millivolt Control Valve Lighting Instructions

    MILLIVOLT CONTROL VALVE LIGHTING 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 appliance has a pilot which must be lit by hand. When C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.
  • Page 25: Millivolt Control Valve Wiring

    MILLIVOLT CONTROL VALVE WIRING Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring Remote Receiver errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper Use the following steps to place the remote receiver adjacent to operation after servicing. the gas valve. Attention: The remote receiver bracket is not used in this Millivolt thermopile is self powered, gas valve does not require 110 installation.
  • Page 26: Pilot Flame Characteristics

    PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS Figures 25 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. The correct flame will be blue and will extend beyond the thermocouple. The flame will surround the thermocouple just below the tip. A slight yellow flame may occur where the pilot flame and main burner flame meet. Figure 26 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern.
  • Page 27: Troubleshooting Symptons, Possible Causes And Corrections

    TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS, POSSIBLE CAUSES AND CORRECTIONS 1. When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at oDs/ or partially clogged ODS/pilot - Contact local gas company. pilot. f. Thermocouple damaged - Replace thermocouple. a. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong - Replace pilot. g. Control valve damaged - Replace control valve. b.
  • Page 28: Intermittent Pilot Lighting Instructions

    INTERMITTENT PILOT LIGHTING 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 appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob. lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.
  • Page 29: Operation Instructions/Flame Appearance

    oPeRaTIon InsTRUcTIons/FLaMe aPPeaRance Flames from the pilot and the main flame should be visually checked. PERIODIC CLEANING – Refer to parts diagram for location of items discussed below. In normal operation at full rate after 10 to 15 minutes, the flame • Do not use cleaning fluid to clean any part of heater.
  • Page 30: Pilot Flame Characteristics

    PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS INTERMITTANT PILOT CLEANING AND PILOT MAINTENANCE oxygen Depletion sensor Pilot - Figures 29 and 30 IGNITOR When the pilot has a large yellow tip flame, clean the Oxygen Depletion Sensor as follows: SENSOR 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 31: Ipi Electronic System Operating Instructions

    IPI ELECTRONIC SYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5.25 VDc eLecTRonIc conTRoL VaLVe Follow the SAFETY and LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS for In- The electronic control valve system includes the ability to switch termittent Pilot controls found in this manual, and on labels the pilot from a standing pilot mode to an intermittent pilot mode. found in the control compartment located in the lower cavity •...
  • Page 32: Ipi Electronic System Wiring Diagram

    IPI ELECTRONIC SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM BLUE BLUE GREEN WHITE WHITE ORANGE CPI/IPI SWITCH ON/OFF REMOTE RECEIVER PILOT SWITCH (OPTIONAL) YELLOW + ON REMOTE - OFF BLACK BLACK GAS CONTROL VALVE (GND) WHITE GREEN BLACK AC/DC POWER ADAPTOR BLACK ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE BATTERY HOLDER Figure 32 If any of the original wire as supplied with this unit must be replaced, it must be replaced with equivalent gauge and temperature...
  • Page 33: Intermittent Control System Troublshooting

    Brief Description of the Components The gas valve is equipped with a manual HI/LO knob to allow for manual modulation of the gas outlet pressure. The manual HI/LO knob can be replaced by an Empire Comfort Systems Variable Remote Kit. WARNING This appliance is equipped for (natural or Propane Gas).
  • Page 34 INTERMITTENT CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM OBSERVED POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE MEASURE What To Do If You Smell Gas • Do not try to light any appliance. Gas odor during setup • Do not touch any electrical switch; • Do not use any phone in your building. Gas Leak •...
  • Page 35 INTERMITTENT CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM OBSERVED POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE MEASURE Low gas pressure Check gas supply pressure Loose sensor wire Check wire connection Valve not grounded well Check ground connections Clogged or dirty burner ports Clean burner ports (For fireplace equipped with optional Move (optional) remote away from fireplace Burner lights but does not stay lit thermostat or thermostat remote) Room...
  • Page 36 INTERMITTENT CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING If the DFC giving signal lock out: Verify the electrical connections’ integrity and The board should be unlocked to make sure they are in accordance with the relevant reinitiate a pilot flame ignition (for Is the DFC board in system wiring diagram.
  • Page 37 INTERMITTENT CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING Replace DFC board. Main burner lights when the pilot only Replace the gas valve. should light. Verify the pilot flame fully engulfs the tip of the sense electrode. If not replace the pilot assembly. Replace the pilot assembly. Carefully clean the electrical connections of the sense cable, and the DFC board sense cable connection.
  • Page 38: Vflc(20,28)In Parts List

    VFLc(20,28)In PaRTs LIsT MODELS INDEX DESCRIPTION NUMBER VFLc10In32 VFLc20In32 VFLc28In32 VFLc20In72 VFLc28In72 INSERT PAINTED ASSY 39769 39769 39770 39769 39770 BAFFLE, FLUE 27406 27406 27406 27571 27571 BURNER ASSEMBLY COVER 39763 39763 39763 40335 39764 FIREBOX BOTTOM - NATURAL 39763 39763 39763 40335 39764 FIREBOX BOTTOM - PROPANE...
  • Page 39: Vflc(20,28)In Parts View

    VFLc(20,28)In PaRTs VIeW 36 37 20 MILLIVOLT VALVE ASSEMBLY IP VALVE ASSEMBLY 39235-1-0219 Page 39...
  • Page 40: Master Parts Distributor List

    This list changes from time to time. For the current list, please click on the Master Parts button at www.empirecomfort.com. Please note: Master Parts Distributors are independent businesses that stock the most commonly ordered Original Equipment repair parts for Heaters, Grills, and Fireplaces manufactured by Empire Comfort Systems Inc. Dey Distributing F.
  • Page 41: Warranty

    WARRANTY Empire Comfort Systems Inc. warranties this hearth product to be free from defects at the time of purchase and for the periods speci- fied below. Hearth products must be installed by a qualified technician and must be maintained and operated safely, in accordance with the instructions in the owner’s manual.
  • Page 42: Appliance Service History

    APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name service Performed/notes Page 42 39235-1-0219...
  • Page 43 APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name service Performed/notes 39235-1-0219 Page 43...
  • Page 44 Empire Comfort Systems Inc. Belleville, IL If you have a general question about our products, please e-mail us at info@empirecomfort.com. If you have a service or repair question, please contact your dealer. www.empirecomfort.com Page 44 39235-1-0219...

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