Empire Comfort Systems VFSE18-2 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Empire Comfort Systems VFSE18-2 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

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INSTALLER:
Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER:
Retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could
result in serious injury, death or property
damage.
— 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.
Leave the building immediately.
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.
WARNING
If not installed, operated and maintained in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions,
this product could expose you to substances in
fuel or from fuel combustion which can cause
death or serious illness.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER'S MANUAL
UNVENTED GAS
LOG HEATER:
INTERMITTENT MODELS
VFSE(18,24,30)-2
VARIABLE MODELS
VFSV(16,18,24,30)-4
VENTED
DECORATIVE
APPLIANCE :
VARIABLE MODELS
VFSV(16,18,24,30)-4
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 page 11.
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 (30ml) of water for every 1,000 BTU's
(.3KW's) of gas input per hour. Refer to page 44.
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.
GAS-FIRED
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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER’S MANUAL Vented / Vent - Free Burner UNVENTED GAS LOG HEATER: INTERMITTENT MODELS VFSE(18,24,30)-2 VARIABLE MODELS VFSV(16,18,24,30)-4 GAS-FIRED VENTED INSTALLER: DECORATIVE Leave this manual with the appliance. APPLIANCE : CONSUMER: VARIABLE MODELS Retain this manual for future reference. VFSV(16,18,24,30)-4 This is an unvented gas-fired heater.
  • Page 2 BEFORE YOU START Read the safety information on pages 4 and 5. If located in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, please note the special requirements on page 9. Install the gas lines. See pages 17 and 18. Fireplace sizing, see page 12. Install the burner.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Important Safety Information ............................. 4 Safety Information For Users Of Propane Gas ......................5 Introduction ................................6 Important Soot Prevention Steps ..........................7 Product Specifications ............................... 8 Accessories ................................8 General Information ..............................9 Water Vapor: A By-Product Of Unvented Room Heaters ..................9 Requirements For Canada ............................
  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will WARNING! This fireplace needs fresh air for ventilation to • result in death or serious injury. run properly. This fireplace has an ODS (oxygen depletion sensor) which will shut down the heater if adequate fresh air is WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, not available.
  • Page 5: Safety Information For Users Of Propane Gas

    SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF PROPANE GAS Propane is a flammable gas which can cause fires and with the members of your household. Someday when there explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and may not be a minute to lose, everyone's safety will depend colorless.
  • Page 6: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION IMPORTANT: Read all instructions carefully before starting Any alteration of the original design, installed other than as installation. Failure to follow these installation instructions shown in these instructions or use with a type of gas not may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty. shown on the rating plate is the responsibility of the person and company making the change.
  • Page 7: Important Soot Prevention Steps

    IMPORTANT SOOT PREVENTION STEPS NOTICE IMPORTANT NOTICE INSTALLER - SERVICE PERSON - HOMEOWNER SOOT MAY BE CREATED IF THE FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED. • Do not place debris, logs or other articles on burner. WARNING • Avoid the use of scented air fresheners while the Failure to keep the primary air openings of the burner fireplace is in operation.
  • Page 8: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS NATURAL GAS PROPANE GAS VFSE VFSV VFSE VFSV Regulator Regulator 3.5" W.C. 4.0" W.C. 10.0" W.C. 10.0" W.C. Pressure Setting Pressure Setting Gas Inlet Gas Inlet 10.5" W.C. 10.5" W.C. 13.0" W.C. 13.0" W.C. Pressure - Max. Pressure - Max. Gas Inlet Gas Inlet 5.0"...
  • Page 9: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION MAKE SURE YOU HAVE RECEIVED ALL PARTS: This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed. Provisions for adequate combustion Check your packing list to verify that all listed parts have been and ventilation air must be provided.
  • Page 10: Requirements For Canada

    REQUIREMENTS FOR CANADA This unit cannot be installed in a UNVENTED application, this WARNING unit can only be installed as a VENTED application with these requirements. DO NOT OPERATE THIS GAS LOG SET WITH GLASS DOORS CLOSED IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION •...
  • Page 11: Provisions For Adequate Combustion And Ventilation Air

    PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR This heater shall not be installed in a confined space unless Example of Large Room with 1/2 Wall divider. provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air. DIVIDER A confined space is an area with volume less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btuh of the combined input rates of all appliances drawing combustion air from that space.
  • Page 12: Clearances

    CLEARANCES Minimum Dimensions For Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces UL127 MANTEL CLEARANCES WITHOUT HOOD Factory Built Fireplaces (Figure 2) You must have non-combustible materials above the fireplace opening. Non-combustible material must extend at least 12" above Model fireplace opening. With sheet metal, you must have non-combustible VFSE-18 17"...
  • Page 13 CLEARANCES (CONT'D) MANTEL CLEARANCES WITH HOOD NOTICE: If floor is sunken below the opening, the unit needs to You must have non-combustible materials above the fireplace be raised above the hearth level or the opening of the glass door opening. Non-combustible material must extend at least 8" above surround.
  • Page 14: Fireplace Preparation

    FIREPLACE PREPARATION • Turn off gas supply to fireplace or firebox. FOR MASONRY BUILT FIREPLACES • Have the fireplace floor and chimney professionally cleaned to FREE OPENING AREA OF CHIMNEY DAMPER FOR VENTING remove ashes, soot, creosote or other obstructions. COMBUSTION PRODUCTS FROM DECORATIVE APPLIANCES Have this cleaning performed annually after installation.
  • Page 15: Installing As A Vented Appliance

    INSTALLING AS A VENTED APPLIANCE NOTICE: (Damper Clamp Installation) When installing your log set as a vent-free installation the damper When installing your log set as a vented installation the damper clamp can be used to eliminate the potential for odors when burning clamp must be used.
  • Page 16: Combustible Material

    COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL Do not attach combustible material to the mantel of your fireplace. TELEVISION CONSIDERATIONS This is a fire hazard. Installing a television above a fireplace has become a desirable feature; however, the following information should be considered. All fireplaces, whether decorative or heater rated create heat. Most television manufacturers recommend not placing a television near a heat source.
  • Page 17: Gas Supply

    GAS SUPPLY Check all local codes for requirements, especially for the size and type of gas supply line required. RECOMMENDED GAS PIPE DIAMETER Schedule 40 Pipe Tubing, Type L Pipe Inside Diameter Outside Diameter Length Natural Propane Natural Propane 0-10 feet 1/2”...
  • Page 18: Vfse Gas Pressure Testing

    VFSE GAS PRESSURE TESTING PRESSURE TESTING OF THE GAS SUPPLY SYSTEM 1. To check the inlet pressure to the gas valve, use the test gauge connection described below. 2. The appliance and its individual shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
  • Page 19: Placement Of Glowing Embers And Lava Rock

    Rock wool should not be placed in the area of the pilot assembly. Replacement of loose material (glowing embers) must be purchased from Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. Application of excess loose material (glowing embers) may adversely affect performance of the heater. WARNING: All previously applied loose material must be removed prior to reapplication.
  • Page 20: Vfsv(16,18,24,30) Lighting Instructions

    VFSV(16,18,24,30) LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 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 hand. C.
  • Page 21: Vfse(18,24,30) Lighting Instructions

    VFSE(18,24,30) LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for If this appliance malfunctions, do not try to repair it, call a gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is qualified service technician.
  • Page 22: Vfse Wiring Diagram

    VFSE WIRING DIAGRAM OPTIONAL PUSH-BUTTON LEARN (BLACK) SWITCH NOT POLARITY SENSITIVE SPST SWITCH SWITCHES POWER VCS-ECOMODODS02 Wiring Diagram Figure 15 NOTE: Place battery pack in right rear corner of firebox. Energizer Lithium batteries are recommended for replacement. They will give 50% more service life as compared to Alkaline batteries.
  • Page 23: Vfse Remote Operation

    VFSE REMOTE OPERATION IF YOU CANNOT READ OR UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE TWO-FUNCTION WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM FOR ON/OFF-VARIABLE OPERATION OF THE GAS CONTROL VALVE OPERATION INTRODUCTION In order to operate this appliance using the remote, the “ON/ This remote control system was developed to provide a safe, reliable, OFF OR REMOTE”...
  • Page 24: Vfse Switch Operation

    VFSE SWITCH OPERATION IF YOU CANNOT READ OR UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE OPERATION The flame height will default to high. In order to operate this appliance without the remote, the “ON/ To turn the burner off, toggle the “ON/OFF OR REMOTE” OFF OR REMOTE”...
  • Page 25: Vfse Control System Specifications

    VFSE CONTROL SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL CRITERIA: If the thermocouple voltage does not recover to • Main control module will control electronic pilot ignition, above FLAME=TRUE after the 10-second timer main burner ON/OFF operation, and Main Flame modulation. period expires, the main flame will turn OFF and •...
  • Page 26 VFSE CONTROL SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS (CONT’D) Battery Pack Connection: On-Board Plug-in receptacle • LEARN: for 2-pin connector (JST XH 2.5mm wafer or equivalent) Press and release to open LEARN window, the control labeled “BATT” (engraved in plastic case). is ready to accept a transmitter security code. Igniter Connection: Male On-Board Plug-in Spade for LEARN window will remain open for 60-seconds.
  • Page 27 VFSE CONTROL SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS (CONT’D) • Sensor Safety (Protection for Flame sensor): Error Code: 4 Short beeps every one-second (Constant beeping) Description of Fault: Pilot flame sensor voltage is too high (>FLAME=FALSE threshold) when ignition sequence is initiated. Also occurs if ground circuit is not properly connected, including ground from pilot assembly or ground integral to valve’s motor connection (motor not plugged into module or white wire on valve end of wire harness not...
  • Page 28: Vfsv Remote Control Instructions

    VFSV REMOTE CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE: This remote is for use on VFSV Models ONLY. • OFF: Will disable the remote receiver. • It is suggested that the slide switch be placed in the INTRODUCTION OFF position if you will be away from your home for an This remote control system was developed to a provide safe, reli- extended period of time.
  • Page 29 VFSV REMOTE CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS (CONT’D) TRANSMITTER WALL CLIP THERMO-SAFETY FEATURE The transmitter can be hung on a When the ambient temperature inside the receiver case reaches wall using the clip provided. 130°F, the RECEIVER will automatically send power to the step motor on the valve to shut the fireplace system off and the RE- •...
  • Page 30: Pilot Flame Characteristics

    PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS Figure 16 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. The correct flame will CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE/PILOT Oxygen Depletion Sensor Pilot be blue and will extend beyond the thermocouple. The flame will When the pilot has a large yellow tip flame, clean the Oxygen surround the thermocouple just below the tip.
  • Page 31 PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS (CONT'D) Figure 19 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. The correct flame will CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE/PILOT Oxygen Depletion Sensor Pilot be blue and will extend beyond the thermocouple. The flame will When the pilot has a large yellow tip flame, clean the Oxygen surround the thermocouple just below the tip.
  • Page 32: Cleaning And Servicing

    CLEANING AND SERVICING Annual inspection and cleaning by your dealer or qualified ANNUAL CLEANING/INSPECTION – Refer to parts diagram for service technician is recommended to prevent malfunction location of items discussed below. and/or sooting. • Inspect and clean burner air intake hole. Remove lint or particles TURN OFF HEATER AND ALLOW TO COOL BEFORE with vacuum or brush.
  • Page 33: Troubleshooting Symptoms - Possible Causes And Correction

    TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS - POSSIBLE CAUSES AND CORRECTION When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/ c. Manual Shut-off valve not fully open - Fully open manual pilot. shutoff valve. a. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong - Replace pilot. d.
  • Page 34: Vfse Parts List

    VFSE PARTS LIST Attention: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. INDEX PART INDEX PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 15425 Rear Log Support (16” Models) R13121 Eco-Flow Control Module 15426 Rear Log Support (18” Models) R12716 Switch, Two Position 15427...
  • Page 35: Vfse Parts View

    VFSE PARTS VIEW 42559-0-0820 Page 35...
  • Page 36: Vfsv Parts List

    VFSV PARTS LIST Attention: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. INDEX PART INDEX PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 15425 REAR LOG SUPPORT (16" MODELS) GRATE ASSEMBLY (18" MODELS) 11370* (2 REQ'D) 15426 REAR LOG SUPPORT (18" MODELS) GRATE ASSEMBLY (24"...
  • Page 37: Vfsv Parts View

    VFSV PARTS VIEW 42559-0-0820 Page 37...
  • Page 38: Master Parts Distributor List

    This list changes from time to time. For the current list, please click on the Master Parts button at www.empirecomfort.com. Please note: Master Parts Distributors are independent businesses that stock the most commonly ordered Original Equipment repair parts for Heaters, Grills, and Fireplaces manufactured by Empire Comfort Systems Inc. Dey Distributing F.
  • Page 39: Warranty

    WARRANTY Empire Comfort Systems Inc. warranties this hearth product to be free from defects at the time of purchase and for the periods speci- fied below. Hearth products must be installed by a qualified technician and must be maintained and operated safely, in accordance with the instructions in the owner’s manual.
  • Page 40 Empire Comfort Systems Inc. Belleville, IL If you have a general question about our products, please e-mail us at info@empirecomfort.com. If you have a service or repair question, please contact your dealer. www.empirecomfort.com Page 40 42559-0-0820...

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