Superior Fireplaces VRE6000 Series Installation And Operation Instruction Manual

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P/N 127026-01 Rev. A 01/2014
P127026-01
This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also contains
information that will enable you to obtain replacement parts or accessory items when needed. Keep it with your other
important papers.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
This fireplace is approved for use as a wood furning fireplace or for use with a vented gas log approved to
ANSI Z21.60 or Z21.84 standards or for use with a vent-free gas log heater approved to ANSI Z21.11.2 standard.
FOR CANADA: The authority having jurisdiction
(such as the municipal building department, fire
department, etc.) should be contacted before
installation to determine the need to obtain a
permit.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located, manufactured home (USA only)
or 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, unless a certified kit is used.
WARNING: If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property damage,
personal injury or death.
— 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
Superior™ Signature Universal Vent-Free Firebox
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Models
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VRE6036RS
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US
VRE6036IS
VRE6036RH
VRE6036IH
SAVE THIS BOOK
Installateur : Laissez cette notice avec l'appareil.
Consommateur : Conservez cette notice pour consultation ultérieure.
POUR LE CANADA: L'autorité compétente (comme le
service municipal du bâtiment, les pompiers, etc.) doit
être contacté avant l'installation afin de déterminer la
nécessité d'obtenir un permis.
AVERTISSEMENT : Assurez-vous de bien suivre les
instructions données dans cette notice pour réduire au
minimum le risque d'incindie ou d'explosion ou pour éviter
tout dommage matériel, toute blessure ou la mort.
— Ne pas entreposer ni utilizer d'essence ni d'autres
vapeurs ou liquides inflammables dans le voisinage
de cet appareil ou de tout autre appareil.
— QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE GAZ :
• Ne pas tenter d'allumer d'appareil.
• Ne touchez à aucan interrupteur. Ne pas vous
servir des téléphones se trouvant dans le bâtiment
où vous trouvez.
• Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de
gaz depuis un voisin. Suivez les instructions du
fournisseur.
• Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur de gaz,
appelez le service des incindies.
— L'installation et l'entretien doivent être assurés par un
installateur ou un service d'entretien qualifié ou par
le fournisseur de gaz.
VRE6042RS
VRE6050RS
VRE6042IS
VRE6050IS
VRE6042RH
VRE6050RH
VRE6042IH
VRE6050IH

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  • Page 1 Installation and Operation Instructions Superior™ Signature Universal Vent-Free Firebox P/N 127026-01 Rev. A 01/2014 Models ® VRE6036RS VRE6042RS VRE6050RS VRE6036IS VRE6042IS VRE6050IS VRE6036RH VRE6042RH VRE6050RH P127026-01 VRE6036IH VRE6042IH VRE6050IH SAVE THIS BOOK This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also contains information that will enable you to obtain replacement parts or accessory items when needed.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, al- teration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual for correct in- stallation and operational procedures. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. WARNING: Carefully review the instructions sup- plied with the decorative type unvented room heater for the minimum fireplace size requirement.
  • Page 3 SAFETY Continued You must operate this fireplace WARNING: Any change to with the provided fireplace this firebox or its controls can screen and hood in place. be dangerous. Make sure these parts are in place and screens are closed WARNING: Do not allow fans before running installed gas log to blow directly into the firebox.
  • Page 4: Local Codes

    LOCAL CODES Install and use firebox with care. Follow all State of Massachusetts: The installation local codes. In the absence of local codes, must be made by a licensed plumber use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54*.
  • Page 5: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 36" MODELS " 29" " 19" (Ref.) " " " " " 36" HEARTH " " 50" 30" " 7" " " " 36" " " " Figure 1 - 36" Models - VRE6036RS, VRE6036IS, VRE6036RH and VRE6036IH www.SuperiorFireplaces.US.com 127016-01A...
  • Page 6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Continued 42" MODELS " " 23" " (Ref.) " " " " " 42" HEARTH " " 50" 30" " 7" " " " 42" " " 13" Figure 2 - 42" Models - VRE6042RS, VRE6042IS, VRE6042RH and VRE6042IH www.SuperiorFireplaces.US.com 127016-01A...
  • Page 7 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Continued 50" MODELS " " 23" " (Ref.) " " " " " 50" HEARTH " " 50" 30" " " " 7" " 50" " " 13" Figure 3 - 50" Models - VRE6050RS, VRE6050IS, VRE6050RH and VRE6050IH www.SuperiorFireplaces.US.com 127016-01A...
  • Page 8: Air For Combustion And Ventilation

    AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Unusually tight construction is defined as WARNING: This heater shall construction where: not be installed in a room or space a. walls and ceilings exposed to the out- unless the required volume of in- side atmosphere have a continuous door combustion air is provided water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm (6 x 10...
  • Page 9 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued 1. Determine the volume of the space (length If the actual Btu/Hr used is less than the x width x height). maximum Btu/Hr the space can support, the Length x Width x Height =__________cu. ft. space is an unconfined space.
  • Page 10: Installation

    AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued Ventilation Air From Outdoors Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation Ventilated Outlet grills or ducts. You must provide two perma- Attic nent openings: one within 12" of the ceiling Outlet and one within 12" of the floor. Connect these To Attic items directly to the outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors.
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLATION CLEARANCES Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation WARNING: Maintain the If placing custom mantel above built-in fire- box, you must meet the minimum allowable minimum clearances. If you clearance between mantel shelf and top of can, provide greater clearances firebox opening shown in Figure 7.
  • Page 12 INSTALLATION Continued 3. Carefully set firebox in front of rough NOTICE: If your installation does opening with back of firebox inside wall not meet the minimum clear- opening. ances shown, you must do one 4. Carefully insert firebox into rough opening. of the following: 5.
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION Continued WARNING: Use only non- combustible mortar or adhe- Cabinet sives when overlapping the front Mantel facing with noncombustible facing material. Gas Line INSTALLING FIREBOX USING Access Hole OPTIONAL CUSTOM BUILT (Either Side MANTELS of Firebox) Piping WARNING: A qualified ser- vice person must install firebox.
  • Page 14: Firebrick Wall Installation

    FIREBRICK WALL INSTALLATION IMPORTANT: Installation of brick 3. Secure the firebrick wall using 2 of the retainers provided. The bracket will slip should be done after the fire- underneath the metal lip on the top of the place is placed in a permanent wall and screw into the inner dome of the location.
  • Page 15 FIREBRICK WALL INSTALLATION Continued GROUTING INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING FIREPLACE HOOD AND SCREENS Material provided: Bag of cement 1. Attach hood to firebox using screws pro- vided (see Figure 16). Bag of sand 1. Slide round end of screen rod into rings at Material required: top of screen.
  • Page 16: Gas Line Installation

    GAS LINE INSTALLATION CAUTION: All gas piping WARNING: A qualified ser- and connections must be tested vice person must connect heater for leaks after the installation to gas supply. Follow all local codes. is completed. After ensuring that the gas valve is on, apply IMPORTANT: See Connecting to Gas Supply soap and water solution to all in your log set owner’s manual for details on...
  • Page 17: Technical Service

    TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about in- When calling please have your model and se- stallation, operation, or troubleshoot- rial numbers of your fireplace ready. ing. If so, contact www.IHP.US.com at You can also visit our web site at 1-800-655-2008.
  • Page 18: Parts

    PARTS 36", 42", AND 50" SUPERIOR MODELS 15/16 15/16 www.SuperiorFireplaces.US.com 127016-01A...
  • Page 19 PARTS This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 17 of this manual. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. Face Assembly • • • Firebox Bottom Assembly • •...
  • Page 20 PARTS 36", 42", AND 50" SUPERIOR MODELS Picture may vary from actual Note: See pages 21 thru 24 for part numbers. www.SuperiorFireplaces.US.com 127016-01A...
  • Page 21 PARTS This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 17 of this manual. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 125116-01 Left Leading Brick 36" Red • 125118-01 Left Leading Brick 42"/50" Red •...
  • Page 22 PARTS This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 17 of this manual. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 125116-01 Left Leading Brick 36" Red • 125118-01 Left Leading Brick 42"/50" Red •...
  • Page 23 Note: The following requirements refer- requirements in accordance with 527 CMR 6.00. ence various Massachusetts and national Portable unvented propane or natural gas- codes not contained in this document. fired space/room heaters shall be prohibited. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE (e)Unvented propane or natural gas- STATE OF MASSACHUSETTS fired space/room heaters shall be pro- hibited in bedrooms and bathrooms.
  • Page 24 NOTICE: The firebox canopy (hood) must not be modified or replaced with a canopy that may be provided with the unvented decorative room heater. WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL IN SLEEPING ROOM OF MOBILE HOMES. WARNING: Discontinue use of the appliance immediately if doors are damaged and contact a quali- fied installer for repair.
  • Page 25 NOTES www.SuperiorFireplaces.US.com 127016-01A...
  • Page 26: 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 27 WARRANTY KEEP THIS WARRANTY Model (located on product or identification tag) _____________________________ Serial No. (located on product or identification tag) __________________________ Date Purchased __________________________ Keep receipt for warranty verification. www.SuperiorFireplaces.US.com 127016-01A...
  • Page 28 1508 Elm Hill Pike, Suite 108 Nashville, TN 37210 127026-01 1-800-655-2008 Rev. A www.IHP.US.com 01/14 P127026-01...

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