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Vented/Vent-Free Burner and Logs
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.
WARNING: If the information in these instruc-
tions are 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 flamma-
ble 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 suppli-
er'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.
21565-3-0906
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER'S MANUAL
UNVENTED GAS LOG HEATER OR
VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE
MODELS
VFDR18LB(N,P)-1
VFDR24LB(N,P)-1
VFDR30LB(N,P)-1
EFFECTIVE DATE
SEPTEMBER 2006
Installer: Leave this manual with the appli-
ance.
Consumer: Retain this manual for future refer-
ence.
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 7.
WARNING: If not installed, operated and main-
tained 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.
WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UN-
VENTED 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 6.
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Page 1: Installation Instructions
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 6. MODELS VFDR18LB(N,P)-1 VFDR24LB(N,P)-1 VFDR30LB(N,P)-1 EFFECTIVE DATE SEPTEMBER 2006 ance. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ... 3 SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS ... 4 INTRODUCTION ... 5 GENERAL INFORMATION ... 6 WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS ... 6 PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR ... 7 CLEARANCES ...7 - 8 COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL ... -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION • An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than 6,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bathroom • An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than 10,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bedroom or bath- room. -
Page 4: Safety Information For Users Of Lp-Gas
SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS Propane (LP-Gas) is a flammable gas which can cause fires and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and colorless. You may not know all the following safety precau- tions which can protect both you and your family from an accident. -
Page 5: Introduction
WARNING: Any modification to this unvented gas heater or its controls can be dangerous. Improper installation or use of the heater can cause serious injury or death from fire, burns, explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning. -
Page 6: General Information
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. Keep room area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. Unvented gas heaters are a supplemental zone heater. -
Page 7: Provisions For Adequate Combustion & Ventilation Air
PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR This heater shall not be installed in a confined space unless provi- sions 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) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances... - Page 8 Sidewall & Ceiling Clearances (Figure 3) 18”, 24”, 30” Log 41” 6” Figure 3 The sides of the fireplace opening must be 6" from any combustible wall. The ceiling must be at least 41" (for 18", 24" and 30" logs) from the fireplace opening.
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Page 9: Combustible Material
Do not attach combustible material to the mantel of your fireplace. This is a fire hazard. Figure 7 FIREPLACE PREPARATION • Turn off gas supply to fireplace or firebox. • Have the fireplace floor and chimney professionally cleaned to remove ashes, soot, creosote or other obstructions. Have this cleaning performed annually after installation. -
Page 10: Installing As A Vented Appliance
INSTALLING AS A VENTED APPLIANCE Notice (Damper Clamp Installation) When installing your log set as a vented installation the damper clamp must be used. Figure 9 BEFORE FULLY INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE • Turn off the gas supply to the fireplace or firebox. •... -
Page 11: Gas Supply
Check all local codes for requirements, especially for the size and type of gas supply line required. Recommended Gas Pipe Diameter Pipe Length Schedule 40 Pipe Inside Diameter Nat. L.P. 0-10 feet 1/2” 3/8” 0-3 meters 12.7mm 9.5mm 10-40 feet 1/2”... -
Page 12: Vfdr(18,24) Log Placement (5 Log Set)
VFDR(18,24) LOG PLACEMENT (5 LOG SET) Before you begin: if you are installing logs onto the VFDR18 or VFDR24 models, this burner assembly is supplied with a set of five ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands! Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. -
Page 13: Vfdr30 Log Placement (7 Log Set)
VFDR30 LOG PLACEMENT (7 LOG SET) Before you begin: If you are installing logs onto the VFDR30 model, this burner assembly place is supplied with a set of seven ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands. Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. -
Page 14: Operation Instructions/Flame Appearance
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS/FLAME APPEARANCE Flames from the pilot (rear right back side of the pan burner) as well as the main flame should be visually checked as the log set is installed. In normal operation at full rate, the flame appearance should be sets of yellow flames above the rear burner section, and shorter blue flames with glowing embers on the front burner section. -
Page 15: Wiring
Thermostats are not approved on vented decorative appliances. Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. 18", 24" and 30" Gas Logs (Millivolt) thermopile is self powered gas valve and does not require 110 volts. -
Page 16: Vfdr(18,24,30)Lb Lighting Instructions
VFDR(18,24,30)LB 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. -
Page 17: Pilot Flame Characteristics
PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS Figure 18 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. The correct flame will be blue and will extend beyond the thermocouple. The flame will surround the thermocouple just below the tip. A slight yellow flame may occur where the pilot flame and main burner flame meet. Figure 19 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern. -
Page 18: Cleaning And Servicing
CLEANING AND SERVICING Annual inspection and cleaning by your dealer or qualified service technician is recommended to prevent malfunction and/or sooting. TURN OFF HEATER AND ALLOW TO COOL BEFORE CLEANING. Remove logs, handling carefully by holding gently at each end. Gloves are recommended to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting Symptoms, Possible Causes And Corrections
SYMPTOMS, POSSIBLE CAUSES AND CORRECTIONS 1. When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/ pilot. a. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong - Replace pilot. b. Ignitor electrode is broken - Replace pilot. c. Ignitor electrode not connected to ignitor cable - Reconnect ignitor cable. -
Page 20: Parts List
Attention: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. PART NUMBERS INDEX VFDR18LB VFDR24LB 21588 21588 R3623 R3623 R3624 R3624 21590 21590 21591 21591 R9022 R9023 21592 21592 R7624 R7624 R7572 R7572 21669... -
Page 21: Parts View
Do not order bolts, screws, washers or nuts. They are standard hardware items and can be purchased at any local hardware store. Shipments contingent upon strikes, fires and all causes beyond our control. 21565-3-0906 Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. Nine Eighteen Freeburg Ave. Belleville, Illinois 62222-0529 PARTS VIEW 5 PIECE LOG SET... -
Page 22: Service Notes
SERVICE NOTES Page 22 21565-3-0906... -
Page 23: Service Notes
SERVICE NOTES 21565-3-0906 Page 23... - Page 24 Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. 918 Freeburg Ave. Belleville, IL 62220 PH: 618-233-7420 or 800-851-3153 FAX: 618-233-7097 or 800-443-8648 info@empirecomfort.com www.empirecomfort.com Page 24 21565-3-0906...
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