Summary of Contents for IHP Superior Fireplaces VRE4536RS
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Installation and Operation Instructions Superior™ Signature Universal Vent-Free Firebox Models VRE4536RS VRE4542RS VRE4550RS ® VRE4536WS VRE4542WS VRE4550WS VRE4536RH VRE4542RH VRE4550RH Report No. F09-130 VRE4536WH VRE4542WH VRE4550WH P127029-01 P/N 127029-01 Rev. B 01/2015 INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance. CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference. WARNING: Carefully review the instructions supplied with the decorative type unvented room heater for the minimum fireplace size requirement.
Thank you for your purchase. We appreciate your TABLE OF CONTENTS business! Safety..................... 2 Please carefully read and follow all instructions in this manual. Pay Local Codes ................... 3 special attention to all warnings and safety information. Product Features................3 Following these safety, care, and operation instructions will help Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts....
SAFETY Continued State of Massachusetts: The installation must be made by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of 1. Do not use this firebox as a wood burning fireplace. Use only Massachusetts. decorative unvented room heaters (log sets). 2.
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Confined and Unconfined Space WARNING: This heater shall not be installed in a The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 defines a confined room or space unless the required volume of indoor space as a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 combustion air is provided by the method described Btu per hour (4.8 m per kw) of the aggregate input rating of all ap-...
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AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION continued The space in the example is a confined space because the actual Btu/ Ventilation Air From Outdoors Hr used is more than the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support. Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts. You must You must provide additional fresh air.
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION CLEARANCES WARNING: A qualified service person must install firebox. Follow all local codes. WARNING: Maintain the minimum clearances. If you can, provide greater clearances from floor, ceil- WARNING: Never install firebox ing, and adjoining wall. • in a bedroom or bathroom* •...
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INSTALLATION continued Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation BUILT-IN FIREBOX INSTALLATION If placing custom mantel above built-in firebox, you must meet Built-in installation of this firebox involves installing firebox into a the minimum allowable clearance between mantel shelf and top of framed-in enclosure.
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INSTALLATION continued IMPORTANT: When finishing your firebox, combustible materials such 1. Assemble cabinet mantel as instructed. as wall board, gypsum board, sheet rock, drywall, plywood, etc. may 2. Install gas piping to firebox location. See Gas Line Installation on be butted up next to the sides and top of the firebox. Combustible page 11.
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INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING FIREPLACE HOOD AND SCREENS REFRACTORY PANEL INSTALLATION 1. Attach hood to firebox using screws provided (see Figure 14). IMPORTANT: Installation of brick should be done after 1. Slide round end of screen rod into rings at top of screen. Attach one push-on nut to end of rod before attaching last ring of screen.
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INSTALLATION Continued GAS LINE INSTALLATION CAUTION: All gas piping and connections must be WARNING: A qualified service person must connect tested for leaks after the installation is completed. heater to gas supply. Follow all local codes. After ensuring that the gas valve is on, apply soap and water solution to all connections and joints.
PARTS 36", 42", AND 50" SUPERIOR MODELS 15/16 15/16 Superiorfireplaces.US.com 127029-01B...
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This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 18 of this manual. WARNING: Contact an IHP dealer to obtain any of these parts. Never use substitute materials not approved by IHP. Use of non-approved parts can result in poor performance and safety hazards.
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36", 42", AND 50" SUPERIOR MODELS Picture may vary from actual WARNING: Contact an IHP dealer to obtain any of these parts. Never use substitute materials not approved by IHP. Use of non-approved parts can result in poor performance and safety hazards.
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PARTS This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 18 of this manual. VRE4536RS VRE4536RH VRE4542RS VRE4542RH VRE4550RS VRE4550RH NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION (F0473) (F0475) (F0477) (F0479) (F0481) (F0483) QTY.
Yo u m a y h av e f u r t h e r q u e s t i o n s a b o u t i n s t a l l a t i o n , o p - eration, or troubleshooting. If so, contact IHP.US.com at 1-800-655-2008.
In order for any claim under this warranty to be valid, you must contact the IHP dealer/distributor from which you purchased the product. If you cannot locate the dealer/ distributor, then you must notify IHP in writing. IHP must be notified of the claimed defect in writing within 90 days of the date of failure. Notices should be directed to the IHP Warranty Department at 1508 Elm Hill Pike, Suite 108;...
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