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- Page 1 This Owner's Manual is provided and hosted by Appliance Factory Parts. EMPIRE VFLB36FP30 Owner's Manual Shop genuine replacement parts for EMPIRE VFLB36FP30 Find Your EMPIRE Fireplace Parts - Select From 642 Models -------- Manual continues below --------...
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Page 2: Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLER: CONTEMPORARY Leave this manual with the appliance. LINEAR VENT-FREE CONSUMER: GAS FIREPLACE MOdEL Retain this manual for future reference. VFLB(36,48)FP(3,9)0(N,P)-1 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. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Before You Start ............................3 Carton Contents ............................4 hardware Pack ............................5 Important Soot Prevention Steps ....................... 6 Product Specifications ..........................7 homeowner Reference Information ......................7 optional Accessories ..........................8 Introduction ..............................9 Important Information .......................... -
Page 4: Before You Start
BEFORE YOU START SAMPLE WARNINGS ANd dEFINITIONS: If the fireplace is installed directly on carpeting, tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring, it must be installed dANGER on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the fireplace. -
Page 5: Carton Contents
CARTON CONTENTS Items not shown to scale. VFLB(36,48)FP9 SERIES VFLB(36,48)FP9 SERIES Index Quantity Index Quantity description description Supplied Supplied Fireplace Burner Glass Non-combustible Board - top Side Burner Glass Non-combustible Board - Side hardware Pack Barrier Screen Assembly extension Receiver harness Romex Connector Burner Cover Assembly Bushing... -
Page 6: Hardware Pack
HARdWARE PACK HARdWARE PACK CONTENTS #10-16 X ½” STAINLESS PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW #10-32 X ½” HEX HEAD SCREW #8 X 1” PHILLIPS SELF-DRILLING DRYWALL SCREW NAILING FLANGE (Not to scale) description Quantity Supplied #10-16 x 1/2 Phillips Stainless Screw #10-32 X 1/2 Phillips hex head Screw #8 x 1 Inch Self-Drilling Drywall Screw Nailing Flange See Parts Lists on pages 55 and 57 for replacement parts. -
Page 7: Important Soot Prevention Steps
IMPORTANT SOOT PREVENTION STEPS IMPORTANT NOTICE INStALLeR - SeRVICe PeRSoN - homeoWNeR SOOT MAY BE CREATEd IF THE FOLLOWING dIRECTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWEd Ensure the air shutter is set to the specification. See WARNING Figure 1 and Tables 1 and 2 on page 7. Failure to keep the primary air openings of the burner clean ensure burner, venturi, and air shutter are free of dirt, lint, may result in sooting and property damage. -
Page 8: Product Specifications
PROdUCT SPECIFICATIONS RECOMMENdEd INPUT BTU INPUT BTU VALVE MOdEL ORIFICE MANIFOLd PER HOUR PER HOUR TYPE TYPE PRESSURE MAXIMUM MINIMUM VFLB36FP30N Natural millivolt 3.5” w.c. 28,000 19,000 VFLB36FP30P Propane millivolt 1.55mm 10” w.c. 28,000 22,000 VFLB36FP90N Natural Intermittent Pilot 3.5” w.c. 28,000 19,000 VFLB36FP90P... -
Page 9: Optional Accessories
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES FOR VFLB(36,48)FP30 (MILLIVOLT) MOdELS PART NUMBER dESCRIPTION FRBtC Battery operated Remote Control with thermostat FRBtP Battery operated Programmable Remote Control Remote Wall thermostat (Wireless) PART NUMBER dESCRIPTION VFLB36FP VFLB48FP DF361VBL DF481VBL Decorative Front, Beveled, 3/4 inch, Black DF362VBL DF482VBL Decorative Front, Beveled, 1 1/2 inch, Black... -
Page 10: Introduction
INTROdUCTION INSTRUCTIONS TO INSTALLER The term qualified agency means any individual, firm, corporation or company which either in person or through a representative Leave instruction manual with owner after installation. is engaged in and is responsible for (a) the installation or Have owner register online or fill out and mail the Product replacement of gas piping or (b) the connection, installation, Registration Card supplied with the unvented fireplace. -
Page 11: Important Information
IMPORTANT INFORMATION MAINTENANCE ANd SERVICE WARNING Although the frequency of servicing and maintenance will depend Read and follow these safety precautions prior to operating on use and the type of installation, a qualified service technician this appliance. Failure to follow these precautions may should perform an appliance checkup at the beginning of each result in death, injury, or property damage. -
Page 12: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING dANGER When used without adequate combustion and ventilation air, The installer is responsible for the verifying the correct appliance may give off CARBON MONOXIdE, an odorless, position of the air shutter and adjusting it if required. If not poisonous gas. -
Page 13: Safety Information For Users Of Propane Gas
SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF PROPANE GAS SOME POINTS TO REMEMBER Propane is a flammable gas which can cause fires and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and colorless. • Learn to recognize the odor of Propane Gas. Your local You may not know all the following safety precautions which can Propane Gas Dealer can give you a Scratch and Sniff protect both you and your family from an accident. -
Page 14: Important Installation Guidelines
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION GUIdELINES PROPER PRIMARY AIRFLOW INTO BURNER TELEVISION CONSIdERATIONS For proper burner operation and flame appearance, the flow of Installing a television above a fireplace has become increasingly primary air into the venturi tube, located at the gas inlet of the popular;... -
Page 15: Provisions For Adequate Combustion And Ventilation Air
PROVISIONS FOR AdEQUATE COMBUSTION ANd VENTILATION AIR This heater shall not be installed in a confined space unless provisions DIVIDER are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air. The National Fuel Gas Code defines a confined space as a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8m per kw) FIREPLACE... - Page 16 PROVISIONS FOR AdEQUATE COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR (CONT'd) If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that Ventilation Air From Outdoors defined as an unconfined space, provide adequate combustion and Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts. two ventilation air by one of the following methods: permanent openings must be provided;...
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Page 17: Fireplace Dimensions
FIREPLACE dIMENSIONS ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL ACCESS ACCESS GAS LINE GAS LINE ACCESS ACCESS HOLES IN STANDOFF GAS LINE GAS LINE ACCESS ACCESS VFLB36FP VFLB48FP INdEX dIMENSION dESCRIPTION dIMENSION LETTER INCHES the maximum height of Firebox Face (excluding Standoffs) 22-1/2 22-1/2 the maximum Width of the Firebox Face (excluding Nailing Flanges) 42-3/16 54-3/16 the maximum Depth of the Firebox... -
Page 18: Mantel Clearances
CLEARANCES WARNING do not put screws through large non-combustible board and into the fireplace. Attach screws only in standoffs. MANTEL CLEARANCES 36” FINISHED WALL MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO CEILING AND ENCLOSURE TOP NON-COMBUSTIBLE BOARD FLAT MANTEL SHELF 22 1/2” REQUIRED IN THIS AREA (SUPPLIED WITH FIREPLACE) 12”... -
Page 19: Adding Nailing Flanges And Standoff Brackets
AddING NAILING FLANGES ANd STANdOFF BRACKETS At the top and bottom of the fireplace, use pliers to bend each side standoff 90 degrees away from the cabinet. See Figure 11. Figure 14 - OPTION 2 WARNING TWO MAN LIFT RULE! Repeat on opposite side. - Page 20 AddING NAILING FLANGES ANd STANdOFF BRACKETS 9a. OPTION 1 - Secure the brackets to the fireplace top with 10a. OPTION 1 - Secure standoff brackets with drywall screws to the screws. There are holes located in the top of the fireplace for framed opening above the fireplace as shown in Figure 19.
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Page 21: Utility Installation
UTILITY INSTALLATION Remove barrier screen assembly from fireplace by lifting up TESTING GAS SUPPLY PRESSURE slightly and pulling out. Set aside. Remove the burner cover by Notice: the gas controls are equipped with a captured screw- lifting it up and out. Set aside. type pressure test point. -
Page 22: Gas Flex Line
UTILITY INSTALLATION (CONT'd) LEFT (VALVE) SIDE OF FIREPLACE FRONT OF FIREPLACE GAS FLEX LINE Figure 23 Shut-off valve must be accessible after installation. A gas valve and ground joint union should be installed in the gas line upstream of the gas control to aid in servicing. the National Fuel Gas Code requires that a drip leg be installed near the gas inlet. -
Page 23: Utility Installation - Intermittent Pilot Models
UTILITY INSTALLATION - INTERMITTENT PILOT MOdELS JUNCTION BOX WIRING INSTALLATION Remove the electrical access cover panel from the left end of the fireplace. See Figure 28. A factory-installed junction box is located at the lower left corner inside the firebox. For 120V electrical requirements install the electrical receptacles into the junction box. - Page 24 UTILITY INSTALLATION - INTERMITTENT PILOT MOdELS Connect flex line in burner box to inlet gas line. 15. Route the gray remote receiver harness through the bushing. mount the controls and connect the wiring. Secure wiring to 10. Re-install burner box with screws removed earlier. stud.
- Page 25 UTILITY INSTALLATION - INTERMITTENT PILOT MOdELS WIRING DIAGRAM IGNITOR NOT USED SENSOR PILOT GREEN BLUE ORANGE WHITE REMOTE RECEIVER YELLOW + ON REMOTE - OFF EXTENSION HARNESS BLACK BLACK NOT USED GAS CONTROL VALVE (GND) AC/DC POWER ADAPTOR ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE NOT USED the wire terminals shown in Figure 36 are not connected.
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Page 26: Installation Option 1 - Clean Face
INSTALLATION OPTION 1 - CLEAN FACE Notice: the steps on pages 26, 27 and 28 are for installation oPtIoN 1 - Clean Face. This type of installation will allow for finishing around the fireplace face with high-temperature paint. See pages 30, 31 and 32 for installing the fireplace for installation oPtIoN 2 - Flush mount. 40214-1-0120 Page 25... - Page 27 OPTION 1 - CLEAN FACE ( NON-COMBUSTIBLE BOARd INSTALLATION ) FRAMING - CLEAN FACE Frame in rough opening. • This fireplace is designed to be mounted on a hard, flat surface or raised platform. • Use dimensions shown in Figure 37 for a conventional rough opening.
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Page 28: Option 1 - Clean Face ( Non-Combustible Board Installation )
OPTION 1 - CLEAN FACE ( NON-COMBUSTIBLE BOARd INSTALLATION ) Notice: If installing a decorative front, an offset between the finishing materials and fireplace opening is required. Refer to the CEILING ENCLOSURE installation instructions provided with the decorative front before framing the opening. - Page 29 OPTION 1 - CLEAN FACE ( NON-COMBUSTIBLE BOARd INSTALLATION ) Install non-combustible board provided with the fireplace. See Figure 42. • Do not attach non-combustible board to the fireplace. Attach non-combustible board only to framing and standoffs. • Space non-combustible board 1/16 inch off of fireplace opening flanges to allow for expansion during operation.
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Page 30: Installation Option 2 - Flush Mount
INSTALLATION OPTION 2 - FLUSH MOUNT Notice: the steps on pages 30, 31, and 32 are for installation oPtIoN 2 - Flush mount. this type of installation will allow for applying tile, marble, stone or other non-combustible materials over the face of the fireplace cabinet up to the flange opening. - Page 31 OPTION 2 - FLUSH FACE ( NON-COMBUSTIBLE BOARd INSTALLATION ) FRAMING - CLEAN FACE Frame in rough opening. • This fireplace is designed to be mounted on a hard, flat surface or raised platform. • Use dimensions shown in Figure 44 for a conventional rough opening.
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Page 32: Option 2 - Flush Face ( Non-Combustible Board Installation )
OPTION 2 - FLUSH FACE ( NON-COMBUSTIBLE BOARd INSTALLATION ) Notice: If installing a decorative front, an offset between the finishing materials and fireplace opening is required. Refer to the CEILING ENCLOSURE installation instructions provided with the decorative front before framing the opening. - Page 33 OPTION 2 - FLUSH FACE (NON-COMBUSTIBLE BOARd INSTALLATION) Install non-combustible board provided with the fireplace. See Figure 49. • Do not attach non-combustible board to the fireplace face. Attach non-combustible board only to the framing and standoffs. • Space non-combustible board 1/16 inch off of fireplace opening flanges to allow for expansion during operation.
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Page 34: Completing Installation
COMPLETING INSTALLATION Retrieve the 3 glass panels and install on front and both WARNING sides of burner. See Figure 52. Failure to position the parts in accordance with the diagrams and instructions below or failure to use only parts specifically approved for use with this fireplace may result in property damage or personal injury. - Page 35 COMPLETING INSTALLATION (CONT'd) Apply the accessory decorative glass or rocks to the shaded area only. See Figure 53. Use enough to cover the area of the fireplace, but do not allow the media to reach higher than the flange surrounding the burner. Never place decorative media inside the flange surrounding the burner itself.
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Page 36: Intermittent Pilot Valve Lighting Instructions
INTERMITTENT PILOT VALVE 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 can be lit by hand or by C. -
Page 37: Millivolt Control Valve Lighting Instructions
MILLIVOLT CONTROL VALVE 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 C. -
Page 38: Pilot Flame Characteristics
PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS Figures 56 and 58 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. The Flames from the pilot (front center of burner) as well as the main correct flame will be blue and will extend beyond the flame flame should be visually checked as the fireplace is installed. sensor or thermocouple. -
Page 39: Proflame - Ip Control System
PROFLAME - IP CONTROL SYSTEM TRANSMITTER (REMOTE CONTROL WITH LCd dISPLAY) TECHNICAL dATA The Proflame Transmitter uses a streamline design with a simple Remote Control button layout and informative LCD display. See Figure 61. Supply voltage 4.5 V (three 1.5 V AAA batteries) the transmitter is powered by 3 AAA type batteries. - Page 40 PROFLAME - IP CONTROL SYSTEM (CONT'd) RECEIVER The Proflame Receiver Figures 62 and 63 connects directly to the gas valve and stepper motor with a wiring harness. the REMOTE Receiver is powered by 4 AA type batteries. the Receiver RECEIVER accepts commands via radio frequency from the transmitter to SWITCH operate the fireplace in accordance with the particular Proflame...
- Page 41 PROFLAME - IP CONTROL SYSTEM (CONT'd) INITIALIZING THE SYSTEM TURN ON THE FIREPLACE Install 4 AA batteries into the receiver located behind the wall Press the oN/oFF Button. the transmitter display will show all plate. See Figure 64. Note the polarity of battery and insert into active Icons on the screen.
- Page 42 PROFLAME - IP CONTROL SYSTEM (CONT'd) REMOTE FLAME CONTROL The remote has six flame levels. With the system on, and the flame level at maximum, each time you press the down arrow button will reduce the flame height by one step until the flame is turned off.
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Page 43: Smart Thermostat (Transmitter Operation)
PROFLAME - IP CONTROL SYSTEM (CONT'd) THERMOSTAT OPERATION SMART THERMOSTAT (TRANSMITTER OPERATION) the Remote Control can operate as a room thermostat. the The Smart Thermostat function adjusts the flame height in thermostat can be set to a desired temperature to control the accordance to the difference between the set point temperature comfort level in a room. - Page 44 PROFLAME - IP CONTROL SYSTEM (CONT'd) BUTTON LOCK RECEIVER this function will lock the buttons to prevent unsupervised When the receiver batteries are low, no beep will be emitted operation. when it receives an oN/oFF command from the transmitter. to lock the remote, press the moDe and the UP arrow button at Replace the batteries.
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Page 45: Wiring Diagram - Millivolt Control System
WIRING dIAGRAM - MILLIVOLT CONTROL SYSTEM Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Remote Receiver Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Use the following steps to place the remote receiver adjacent to Verify proper operation after servicing. the gas valve. -
Page 46: Frbc - Millivolt Control System
FRBC - MILLIVOLT CONTROL SYSTEM INSTALLATION ANd OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INTROdUCTION REMOTE RECEIVER this remote control system was developed to provide safe, reliable, and user-friendly remote control system for gas heating fireplaces. the system can be operated manually from the transmitter. the system operates on one of 255 security codes that are programmed into the transmitter at the factory. -
Page 47: Installation
FRBC - MILLIVOLT CONTROL SYSTEM (CONT'd) INSTALLATION WIRING INSTRUCTIONS A qualified electrician or a gas technician who is familiar with WARNING the gas fireplace and gas valves that will be operated by this remote should install the remote control system. Incorrect wiring This remote control system must be installed exactly connections WILL cause damage to the gas valve or electronic as outlined in these instructions. -
Page 48: Battery Life
FRBC - MILLIVOLT CONTROL SYSTEM (CONT'd) RECEIVER AdJUSTMENT – RECOMMENdEd AdJUSTMENT GENERAL INFORMATION NOTE: the slide button, White or Black, covers the ADJ access MATCHING SECURITY COdES hole when installed. each transmitter can use one of 255 unique security codes. It to adjust at the receiver, use a small slotted screwdriver. -
Page 49: Cleaning And Servicing
CLEANING ANd SERVICING Annual inspection and cleaning by the dealer or qualified service technician is recommended to prevent malfunction. If intermittent pilot fireplace stops working, clean flame tURN oFF FIRePLACe AND ALLoW to CooL BeFoRe sensor B Figure 83 with a damp cloth. CLeANING. -
Page 50: Troubleshooting - Ip Control System
TROUBLESHOOTING - IP CONTROL SYSTEM BRIEF dESCRIPTION OF THE COMPONENTS the Digital Fireplace Control (DFC) is an automatic gas ignition system based on a single micro-controller core. this control manages all functions related to ignition, flame sensing and supervision for atmospheric applications. the DFC can be set to provide continuous or intermittent ignition control sequences and flame monitoring with safety shutdown in case of failure. - Page 51 TROUBLESHOOTING - IP CONTROL SYSTEM (CONT'd) PROBLEM OBSERVEd POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE MEASURE Gas odor during setup Gas Leak 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 Gas odor before first ignition Gas Leak...
- Page 52 TROUBLESHOOTING - IP CONTROL SYSTEM (CONT'd) PROBLEM OBSERVEd POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE MEASURE Flame sensor dirty Clean pilot sensor Low gas pressure Check gas supply pressure Not enough fresh air for pilot open door or window - ventilate Clogged or dirty burner ports Clean burner ports (For fireplace equipped with optional Move (optional) remote away from fireplace...
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Page 53: Troubleshooting - Millivolt Control System
TROUBLESHOOTING - MILLIVOLT CONTROL SYSTEM 1. When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at 7. ODS/pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob OdS/pilot. is released. a. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong - Replace pilot. a. Control knob not fully pressed in - Press in control knob fully. b. - Page 54 this page intentionally left blank. 40214-1-0120 Page 53...
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Page 55: Vflb(36,48)Fp90 - Exploded View
VFLB(36,48)FP90 - EXPLOdEd VIEW BURNER ASSEMBLY - IP WALL PANEL ASSEMBLY 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 54 40214-1-0120... -
Page 56: Vflb(36,48)Fp90 - Parts List
VFLB(36,48)FP90 - PARTS LIST PART NO. PART NO. INdEX INdEX dESCRIPTION dESCRIPTION VFLB36FP VFLB48FP VFLB36FP VFLB48FP R11597 R11597 tubing Ferrule - Pilot N/S 36787 36787 Standoff Bracket (6 Required) R11598 R11598 tubing Nut - Pilot 40223 40224 Non-Combustible Board - top Non-Combustible Board - R1978 R1978... -
Page 57: Vflb(36,48)Fp30 - Exploded View
VFLB(36,48)FP30 - EXPLOdEd VIEW BURNER ASSEMBLY - MV 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 56 40214-1-0120... -
Page 58: Vflb(36,48)Fp30 - Parts List
VFLB(36,48)FP30 - PARTS LIST PART NO. PART NO. INdEX INdEX dESCRIPTION dESCRIPTION VFLB36FP VFLB48FP VFLB36FP VFLB48FP R1978 R1978 tubing Nut & Ferrule - Valve 36787 36787 Standoff Bracket (6 Required) B100100 B100100 Fitting - 3/8 Flare to 3/8 Pipe 40223 40224 Non-Combustible Board - top Non-Combustible Board -... -
Page 59: Service Technician Notes
SERVICE TECHNICIAN NOTES date dealer Name Service Technician Name Service Performed/Notes Page 58 40214-1-0120... -
Page 60: Master Parts Distributor List
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. W. Webb Company 1401 Willow Lake Boulevard 200 Locust Street Vadnais heights, mN 55101 hartford, Ct 06114... -
Page 61: Warranty
WARRANTY Empire Comfort Systems Inc. warranties this hearth product to be free from defects at the time of purchase and for the periods specified 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.
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