Installation In A Fireplace - Empire Comfort Systems VFP20IN30L10-1 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

1. Before beginning, remove door and log package from unit.
Also check to make sure there is no hidden damage to the
unit. Take a minute and plan out the gas and electrical route. It
is best to start with the gas line first, followed by the electrical
supply requirements.
2. Minimum fireplace opening requirements are shown in
Figure 2 of this installation manual. The firebrick (refractory),
glass doors, screen rails, screen mesh and log grates can
be removed from a fireplace in order to gain minimum gas in-
sert opening requirements prior to installing the gas fireplace
insert.
3. Although the insert does not require a hearth extension, only
heat resistant materials such as stone, metal, tile, etc. should
be used. Do not use vinyl, carpet, or wood based products
within 16 inches of the insert face. Do not obstruct the lower
louver (if included), or other vented openings on the insert.
Note: The original fireplace cannot be returned to solid
fuel use without returning the hearth extension to the
specification required for a solid fuel fireplace.
4. The metal floor of the solid fuel firebox may be removed to
facilitate the installation of the insert. The side walls and top
structure of the firebox may not be altered with the exception
of removable baffles and dampers. Smoke shields, shelves
and baffles may be removed if attached with mechanical fas-
teners. The original fireplace cannot be returned to solid fuel
in this condition.
5. The insert surround is tested and approved with this gas in-
sert and may cover existing air circulation vents or grills on the
solid fuel fireplace it is installed into. If the surround does not
cover the entire ventilation grill surface, the exposed grill area
should be left open.
NOTICE: Cutting any sheet-metal from the decommissioned fire-
place or firebox for the installation of zero-clearance unvented
fireplace insert, may be necessary and is acceptable in this ap-
plication.
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INSTALLATION IN A FIREPLACE

NOTICE: The following statement is also provided on a sepa-
rate label plate in the instruction packet. Prior to installation
of the fireplace insert, the installer must mechanically secure
this warning plate to the inside of the fireplace for future ref-
erence as required.
WARNING: The solid fuel fireplace has been converted
for use with gas only and cannot be used for burning
wood or solid fuels unless all original parts have been
replaced and the fireplace has been reapproved by the
authority having jurisdiction.
See "Positioning, Leveling and Securing Insert" below.
6. Install the insert without the surround panels attached and
make all gas venting and electrical connections.
If the factory built fireplace does not have gas access holes
provided, an access hole of 1 1/2" diameter (37.5mm) or
less may be drilled through the lower sides or bottom of
the firebox in a proper workmanship like manner. This ac-
cess hole must be plugged with a non-combustible insu-
lation after the gas supply line has been installed.
7. The surround panel assembly is installed after the fireplace
has been installed with all the gas and electrical connections
completed (see Page 22). Refer to instructions included with
the surround panel kit.
Ensure there are no obstructions to side air passages of
decorative trim once installed on insert.
Positioning, Leveling and Securing Insert
1. Place the insert into position
NOTICE:
The front flanges of the insert (without surround pan-
els) should be set at approximately 1" in front of the
face of the fireplace.
2. Level the insert from side to side and front to back.
3. If necessary, use the leveling bolts included in the instruction
pack. Screw the legs into the nuts installed in the bottom of
the insert. Turn legs in until insert is level.
NOTICE: The best way to access the leveling bolt locations is
to remove the burner and firebox bottom.
NOTICE: If desired, it is acceptable to attach metal strapping or
brackets (not provided) from the fireplace cavity to the
insert outer jacket to secure the fireplace insert to the
fireplace hearth or opening
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