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P/N 126861-01 REV. P 01/2020
P126861-01
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
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.
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 Air for Combustion and Ventilation
section on Page 7 of this manual.
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.
• 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 performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
Installation and Operation Instructions
Unvented (Vent-Free) Linear Gas Fireplaces
PFS
Models
®
US
Report No. F11-054
VRL4543ZEN
VRL4543ZEP

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  • Page 1 Installation and Operation Instructions Unvented (Vent-Free) Linear Gas Fireplaces P/N 126861-01 REV. P 01/2020 Models ® VRL4543ZEN VRL4543ZEP Report No. F11-054 P126861-01 INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance. CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference. This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by local codes.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Thank you for your purchase. We appreciate your business! Safety ..................... 2 Local Codes ................... 4 Please carefully read and follow all instructions in this manual. Pay Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts....4 special attention to all warnings and safety information. Product Identification ..............
  • Page 3 SAFETY Continued Fireplaces become very hot when running fireplace. DANGER: Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death! WARNING: Young children should be carefully Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early signs of carbon monoxide poison- supervised when they are in the same room with the ing resemble the flu, with headaches, dizziness or nausea.
  • Page 4: Requirements For The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

    SAFETY Continued PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION 1. WARNING: This appliance is only for use with the type of gas Top Spacers indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not convert- ible for use with other gases. 2. Do not place propane/LP supply tank(s) inside any structure. Locate propane/LP supply tank(s) outdoors (propane/LP only).
  • Page 5: Local Codes

    PRODUCT FEATURES LOCAL CODES Install and use appliance with care. The installation must conform OPERATION with local codes or in the absence of local codes, to the latest edition This vent-free fireplace is clean burning. It requires no outside of The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54*. venting.
  • Page 6: Air For Combustion And Ventilation

    AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Unusually tight construction is defined as construction where: WARNING: This heater shall not be installed in a a. walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have a room or space unless the required volume of indoor continuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm (6 x combustion air is provided by the method described kg per pa-sec-m...
  • Page 7 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR FIREPLACE LOCATION WARNING: If the area in which the heater may be Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Using operated does not meet the required volume for indoor the Standard Method combustion air, combustion and ventilation air shall Use this work sheet to determine if you have a confined or uncon-...
  • Page 8: Installation

    INSTALLATION INSTALLATION CLEARANCES NOTICE: This appliance is intended for supplemental heating. Use this heater along with your primary heat- WARNING: Maintain the minimum clearances. If ing system. Do not install this heater as your primary you can, provide greater clearances from floor, ceiling heat source.
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION Continued FOR ONE SIDED APPLICATION, STUDS " MOUNTED INSIDE OF ARE NOT MOUNTED NAILING FLANGE (FLAT) TO THE REAR Concrete OF NAILING FLANGES Board 38" " Figure 6 - Installing Concrete Board Mantel Mantel from Top Note: All vertical Ref.
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION Continued " " " Top View " " " " Front View " " 1" " 47" 52" " Right Side Left Side Gas Line Gas Line Access Access Electrical Outlet " 1" " Figure 8 - VRL4543 Series Dimensions SuperiorFireplaces.us.com 126861-01P...
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION Continued CHECK GAS TYPE Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation If placing mantel above built-in fireplace, you must meet minimum Use proper gas type for the fireplace unit you are installing. If you clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening. have conflicting gas types, do not install fireplace.
  • Page 12 INSTALLATION Continued External Equipment Shutoff Valve Propane/LP Regulator With 1/8" NPT Tap* Supply Tank Natural Gas From Gas Meter (5" W.C.** to 10.5" W.C. Pressure) Vent Propane/LP Pointing From External Down Regulator (11" W.C.** to 14" W.C. Pressure) 3" Minimum Figure 10 - External Regulator on Propane/LP Supply Tank with Vent Pointing Down Pipe...
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION Continued CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS Open Equipment Shutoff Valve WARNING: Test all gas piping and connections, internal and external to unit, for leaks after installing or servicing. Correct all leaks at once. Closed WARNING: Never use an open flame to check for a leak.
  • Page 14 INSTALLATION Continued UPGRADING VRL4543 TO SEE-THRU APPLICATION FINISHING FIREPLACE FOR INSTALLATION Removing Rear Panel VRL4543 series fireplace come with the rear panel semi-installed. If you will be using the fireplace for a one sided regular application, 1. In the rear of the fireplace, locate screws at top of rear panel and you will need to finish the installation of the rear panel.
  • Page 15 INSTALLATION Continued Removing False Door 1. In the rear of the fireplace, Unlock 3 door latches on top of firebox using your fingers or the latch opener provided. 2. Hook opener over latch as shown in Figure 20. Swing the bottom of the opener down toward the door.
  • Page 16: Gas Control Module System

    INSTALLATION Continued GLASS PEBBLE INSTALLATION REPLACING LIGHT BULBS 1. Unplug power WARNING: Do not change or substitute glass 2. Remove access door (see Figure 24, Page 15). pebbles provided with this fireplace. If replacing, use 3. Remove glass panel if installed (see Figure 25a). only replacement glass pebbles.
  • Page 17: Remote Control Operation

    GAS CONTROL MODULE SYSTEM Continued NOTE: The module must be programmed to the Remote Control NOTE: Make sure the valve module and light module are plugged transmitter. into the electric duct assembly. • To program the module (make sure the system has power), BATTERY BACK-UP locate the learn button on left side as shown in Figure 27, Page 16.
  • Page 18 REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION Continued MODE Zone: Blank • Temperatures may be displayed in degrees F (factory default) or ROOM TEMP Zone: Blank degrees C. Press the UP and DOWN Buttons simultaneously to change between degrees F and C. SET TEMP Zone: Blank LIGHT Zone: Blank •...
  • Page 19 REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION Continued LIGHT Zone: LIGHT and light setting level is displayed LIGHT ADJUSTMENT FAN Zone: FAN and fan setting level is displayed • Transmits a light setting command to the control module to adjust the light output level. TIME/PROG Zone: Current day indicator and current time is •...
  • Page 20: Operating Fireplace

    OPERATING FIREPLACE FOR YOUR SAFETY 6. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas, READ BEFORE LIGHTING including near the floor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the safety information. If you don't smell gas, go to the next step. WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions 7.
  • Page 21: Cleaning And Maintenance

    CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Ports/Slots Burner WARNING: Turn off fireplace and let cool before cleaning. CAUTION: You must keep control areas, burner and circulating air passageways of heater clean. Inspect these areas of heater before each use. Have heater inspected yearly by a qualified service person. Heater may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, pet hair, etc.
  • Page 22: Inspecting Burners

    • turn fireplace off (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, Page 20) from pilots shown) • see Troubleshooting, Page 24 Thermocouple Pilot Burner SPECIFICATIONS VRL4543ZEN • Rating (Variable): 25/39,000 Btu/Hr • Gas Type: Natural Gas • Ignition: Piezo • Pressure Manifold Setting: 3.5" W.C. • Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water): Maximum - 10.5"...
  • Page 23: Wiring Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAM WIRING DIAGRAM PILOT Green Orange Igniter Sensor White Black HI/LO DC Pilot Motor Drive Orange Valve Main Power Module White Yellow Blue Orange BATTERY PACK Brown Black POWER SIZE SIZE SIZE SIZE "AA" "AA" "AA" "AA" Black To Ground Brown To Rocker Switch Brown...
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater. CAUTION: Never use a wire, needle or similar object to clean ODS/pilot. This can damage ODS/pilot unit. NOTE: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY...
  • Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Slight smoke or odor during initial operation 1. Not enough air 1. Check burner for dirt and debris. If found, clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte- nance, Page 21) Heater produces a whistling noise when 1.
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued WARNING: If you smell gas • Shut off gas supply. • 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. •...
  • Page 27: Parts

    PARTS MODELS VRL4543ZEN & VRL4543ZEP Cat. No. Description F1186 VRL4543ZEN F1187 VRL4543ZEP WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury.
  • Page 28 Page 30 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. VRL4543ZEN VRL4543ZEP NO. CATALOG NO. DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 29 PARTS MODELS VRL4543ZEN & VRL4543ZEP WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury. 126861-01P SuperiorFireplaces.us.com...
  • Page 30: Replacement Parts

    TECHNICAL SERVICE If you encounter any problems or have any questions concerning the installation or application of this fireplace, please contact your dealer. You may have further questions about installation, operation, or troubleshooting. Please contact your IHP dealer for any questions 1769 East Lawrence Street or concerns.
  • Page 31: Warranty

    Innovative Hearth Products Superior Brand Gas Fireplaces, Stoves and Inserts ® 20 Year Limited Warranty THE WARRANTY Innovative Hearth Products ("IHP") 20 Year Limited Warranty warrants your Superior ® Brand gas fireplace, Stove or Insert ("Product") to be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of manufacture.
  • Page 32 SuperiorFireplaces.us.com Record the following important information about your appliance: Appliance model number Appliance serial number Date appliance was Installed Type of gas appliance uses Dealer name Innovative Hearth Products (IHP) reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in design, materials, specifications, prices and also to discontinue colors, styles and products.

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