pleasant hearth VFL-CO18DT Manual

pleasant hearth VFL-CO18DT Manual

Vent-free gas log set

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WARNING: This appliance
is equipped for (Natural and
Propane) gas. Field conversion
is not permitted other than
between natural or propane
gases.
CAUTION - FOR YOUR SAFETY
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 Iiquids in 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.
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 9 of this manual.
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 propane or
natural gas. This appliance is equipped with a simple means to switch between propane and
natural gas. Field conversion by any other means including the use of a kit is not permitted.
Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer
service department at 1-877-447-4768, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., CST, Monday – Friday or
email us at customerservice@ghpgroupinc.com.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
1
VENT-FREE
GAS LOG SET
MODEL # VFL-CO18DT
VFL-MD18DT
VFL-CO24DT
VFL-MD24DT
NG
LP
Dual Fuel
0418GL009S
ANSI Z21.11.2-2013
ANSI Z21.60-2012
80-10-230 - 2015-11-16

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  • Page 1 VENT-FREE GAS LOG SET MODEL # VFL-CO18DT VFL-MD18DT VFL-CO24DT VFL-MD24DT WARNING: This appliance is equipped for (Natural and Propane) gas. Field conversion Dual Fuel is not permitted other than between natural or propane gases. 0418GL009S ANSI Z21.11.2-2013 CAUTION - FOR YOUR SAFETY ANSI Z21.60-2012...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    WARNING: Read the Installation & Operating Instructions before using this appliance. IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible injury to persons or a fire hazard and will void the warranty. ITEM VFL-CO18DT VFL-CO24DT VFL-MD18DT VFL-MD24DT Input Rating...
  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this heater. Improper use of this heater can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosion, electrical shock, and carbon monoxide poisoning. Only a qualified installer, service agent, or local gas supplier may install and service this product.
  • Page 5 SAFETY INFORMATION 1. 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. 2. Do not place propane/LP supply tank(s) inside any structure. Locate propane/LP supply tank(s) outdoors. 3.
  • Page 6: Product Identification

    PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Grate Locator Spacer NG ODS Pilot Grate Cap LP ODS Pilot Piezo Ignitor (Battery) Grate...
  • Page 7: Product Features

    PRODUCT FEATURES This log set has been tested and approved to ANSI Z21.11.2-2013 standard for Unvented Heaters and can be operated with the flue damper closed. State and local codes in some areas prohibit the use of vent-free heaters. DUAL FUEL CAPABILITY Your heater is equipped to operate on either propane or natural gas.
  • Page 8: Preparing For Installation

    PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION 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 (30 mL) of water for every 1,000 BTUs (.3 kw) of gas input per hour.
  • Page 9 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR HEATER LOCATION Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Use this worksheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space. Space: Includes the room in which you will install heater plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms.
  • Page 10 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION WARNING: If the area in which the heater may be operated does not meet the required volume for indoor combustion air, combustion and ventilation air shall be provided by one of the methods described in the NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, the INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, or applicable local codes.
  • Page 11: Installation

    INSTALLATION WARNING: Do not attempt to access or change the setting of the fuel selection means. Access to and adjustment of the fuel selection means must only be a performed by a qualified service person when connecting this appliance to a specified fuel supply at the time of installation.
  • Page 12 INSTALLATION CHECK GAS TYPE Make sure your gas supply is correct for your log set. If supply is not correct, do not install heater. Call dealer where you purchased heater for proper gas log set. LOG SIZING REQUIREMENTS Log Size Minimum Firebox Size Height Depth...
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION MINIMUM NONCOMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL CLEARANCE If Not Using Mantel You must have noncombustible material(s) above the fireplace opening. Noncombustible materials (such as slate, marble, tile, etc.) must be at least 1/2 in. thick. With sheet metal, you must have noncombustible material behind it, such as a noncombustible fireplace hood accessory.
  • Page 14 INSTALLATION MANTEL CLEARANCES In addition to meeting noncombustible material clearances, you must also meet required clearances between fireplace opening and mantel shelf. If the clearances listed below are not met, you will need a hood. Determining Mantel Clearances If you meet minimum clearance requirements between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening, a hood is not necessary (see Fig.
  • Page 15 INSTALLATION FLOOR CLEARANCES a) If installing appliance on floor level, you must maintain the minimum distance of 14 in. to combustibles (see Fig. 9). b) If combustible materials are less than 14 in. to the fireplace, you must install appliance at least 5 in.
  • Page 16: Unpacking

    INSTALLATION 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. Before beginning assembly or operation of the product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package contents list.
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION GAS SELECTION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This appliance can be used with propane or natural gas. It is shipped from the factory adjusted for use with propane. CAUTION: The knob to the gas selection means shall not be accessed or adjusted while the appli- ance is in operation.
  • Page 18 INSTALLATION CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY WARNING: A qualified service technician must connect heater to gas supply. Follow all local codes. CAUTION: Never connect heater directly to the gas supply. This heater requires an external regulator (not supplied). The external regulator between the gas supply and heater must be installed. Gas supplier provides external regulator for natural gas.
  • Page 19 INSTALLATION CAUTION: Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant to gas (PROPANE or NG). We recommend that you install a sediment trap in a supply line. Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning and not likely to freeze. Install in the piping system between fuel supply and heater.
  • Page 20 INSTALLATION CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS WARNING: Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installing or servicing. Correct all leaks immediately. WARNING: Never use an open flame to check for a leak. Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints.
  • Page 21 INSTALLATION In compliance with ANSI Z21.60•CGA2.26 and National Fuel Gas Code, Section 6. BEFORE INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE - Turn off gas supply to fireplace or firebox. - Clean fireplace floor and chimney before installing log set. Seal any ash. Clean out doors to protect the unit from down drafts.
  • Page 22: Log Assembly

    ASSEMBLING LOGS 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. CAUTION: After installation and peridically thereafter, check to ensure that no yellow flame comes in contact with any log.
  • Page 23: Operation

    OPERATION 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 the electronic ignitor. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.
  • Page 24 OPERATION LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read the safety information above. • When used as a vented decorative appliance, use of the thermostat function is prohibited, operate manually only. 2. Turn control knob clockwise to the “OFF” position (See Fig. 25). 3.
  • Page 25 OPERATION INSPECTING BURNERS Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often. PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 27 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. Figure 28 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern. The incorrect pilot flame is not touching the thermocouple. This will cause the thermocouple to cool. When the thermocouple cools, the heater will shut down.
  • Page 26: Care And Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE BURNER FLAME PATTERN Figure 29 shows a correct burner flame pattern. Figure 30 shows an incorrect burner flame pattern. The incorrect burner flame pattern shows sporadic, irregular flame tipping. The flame should not be dark or have an orange/reddish tinge. Note: When using the heater the first time, the flame will be orange for approximately one hour until the log cures.
  • Page 27 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 1. Shut off unit including pilot. Allow unit to cool for at least 30 minutes. 2. Inspect burner, pilot and primary air inlet holes on orifice holder for dust and dirt (See Fig. 31). 3. Blow air through the ports/slots and holes in the burner. 4.
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING 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. • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions. •...
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Control knob is not fully ODS/pilot lights 1. Press in control knob fully. pressed in. but flame goes out 2. Control knob is not pressed 2. After ODS/pilot lights, keep control when control knob is in long enough.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION White powder resi- 1. When heated, the vapors 1. Turn heater off when using furniture due forming within from furniture polish, wax, polish, wax, carpet cleaner or similar burner box or on carpet cleaners, etc., turn products.
  • Page 31: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST For replacement parts, call our Technical Service Department at 1-877-447-4768, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., CST, Monday – Friday. 4 & 5 PART   N O. VFL-­‐CO24DT VFL-­‐CO18DT ITEM   N O. DESCRIPTION VFL-MD18DT VFL-MD24DT Log   S et   ( complete) 80-06-043 80-06-044 1  ...
  • Page 32: Warranty

    This limited warranty is extended to the original retail purchaser of this heater and warrants against any years years...
  • Page 33 GHP Group, Inc. 6440 W Howard St Niles, IL 60714-3302 Tel: (877) 447-4768 www.ghpgroupinc.com GHP Group, Inc. 6440 W Howard St Niles, IL 60714-3302...

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