Empire Comfort Systems VFP36PP32EP-2 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual
Empire Comfort Systems VFP36PP32EP-2 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Empire Comfort Systems VFP36PP32EP-2 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Premium vent-free multi-sided see-through and peninsula fireplaces

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EMPIRE
EMPIRE
Comfort Systems
Premium Vent-Free
Multi-Sided Fireplaces
ANSI Z21.11.2 Gas Fired Decorative Type Unvented Room
heaters.
Installer: Leave this manual with the appli-
ance.
Consumer: Retain this manual for future refer-
ence.
WARNINg: If the information in these in-
structions are not followed exactly, a fire or ex-
plosion 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.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER'S MANUAL
SEE-ThROUgh fIREpLACE MODELS:
vfp36Sp32EN-2
vfp36Sp32Ep-2
pENINSULA fIREpLACE MODELS:
vfp36pp32EN-2
vfp36pp32Ep-2
GAS-FIRED
U.L. fILE: Mh46389
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.
This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxy-
gen) from the room in which it is installed. provisions
for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be
provided. Refer to page 8.
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 seri-
ous illness.
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 8.
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  • Page 1 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 8. vfp36Sp32EN-2 vfp36Sp32Ep-2 vfp36pp32EN-2 vfp36pp32Ep-2 GAS-FIRED Page 1...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE Of CONTENTS SECTION pAgE Carton Contents ...3 Hardware Package ...3 Important Safety Information ...4 Safety Information for Users of LP-Gas ...5 Introduction ...6 Specifications...7 Water Vapor: A By-Product of Unvented Room Heaters ...8 Provisions for Adequate Combustion & Ventilation Air ... 8-9 Gas Supply ...10 Clearances ...
  • Page 3: Carton Contents

    Fireplace Assembly Lava Rock Package Soot Warning Sheet Installation package Rockwool Packet Installation Instructions Serial Number Tag Warranty Card Hardware Package (See Figure Below) Nailing Flange #10 x 1/2" Phillips Hex Head Screw #10 x 1/2" Phillips Truss Head Screw Romex Connector NAILING FLANGE (8) Note: Hardware shown to scale where possible.
  • Page 4: 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 bathroom.
  • Page 5: 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 6: Introduction

    Instructions to Installer 1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after installation. 2. Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card supplied with unvented room heater. 3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate unvented room heater.
  • Page 7: Specifications

    Model Input Maximum Minimum Overall Dimensions Height without standoff Width Depth Gas Inlet Log Sets (ordered Separately) LSU24RR-2 Accessories EK-1 PE-20 FBB4 FRBC FRBTC FRBTP FREC 26670-0-0110 SpECIfICATIONS VFP36(SP,PP)32EN (NAT) 38,000 25,000 37 3/4" 39" 24" 3/8" Embers Kit Embers Kit Platinum Embers Variable Speed Automatic Blower Battery Operated Remote Control...
  • Page 8: Water Vapor: A By-Product Of Unvented Room Heaters

    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. Unvented room heaters are recommended as supplemental heat (a room) rather than a primary heat source (an entire house).
  • Page 9 pROvISIONS fOR ADEqUATE COMBUSTION & vENTILATION AIR The space in the above example is a confined space because the actual BTU/Hr used is more than the maximum BTU/HR the space can support. You must provide additional fresh air. Your options are as follows: A.
  • Page 10: 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 11: Clearances

    Sidewall Clearances: The clearance from the inside of the fireplace to perpendicular combustible side wall should not be less than 1 3/4". See figures 4a and 4b. 1 3/4” MIN. PERPENDICULAR COMBUSTIBLE SIDEWALL 36” MIN. figure 4a - See Through fireplace Clearances 1 3/4”...
  • Page 12: Clearances

    Ceiling Clearances: The ceiling height should not be less than 42" from the top of the hood. See figures 6a and 6b. Mantel Clearances: Vent free fireplace models must use the hood supplied with the fireplace, or one of the optional hood kits avail- CEILING 12”...
  • Page 13: Planning Installation

    In planning the installation for the fireplace, it is necessary to determine where the unit is to be installed and whether optional accessories are desired. Gas supply piping should also be planned at this time. A gas shutoff must be installed in this line. The fireplace can be mounted on any of these surfaces: 1.
  • Page 14 FIREPLACE INSTALLATIoN INSTRUCTIoNS (continued) Page 14 2 9/16” SEE THRU LOUVERED vfp36Sp vfp36pp 34 3/4" 39" 24" 22" 36" 34 1/4" 29 1/8" 37 3/4" 1 1/4" 6 1/8" 2 1/2" 5" 24 1/8" 33 1/2" Figure 10 fireplace Dimensions 2 9/16”...
  • Page 15 FIREPLACE INSTALLATIoN INSTRUCTIoNS (continued) Locating fireplace Place fireplace in framed opening. Attach the framing brackets to the fireplace and secure to framing. Different hole locations can be used for finishing materials with thicknesses of 3/8", 1/2" and 3/4". Secure the brackets with screws provided using two (2) per framing bracket.
  • Page 16: Installing Hoods

    Black hoods are furnished with each fireplace (or the optional hood(s)) and MUST be installed before the fireplace is used. Failure to do so may create a possible fire hazard. For shipping purposes, the hoods are located behind the upper or lower louvers. If brass, stainless steel, or hammered pewter hoods are desired, they can be purchased as an option.
  • Page 17: Gas Line Connection

    The fireplace is designed to accept a gas line for connection to the gas valve. Have the line installed by a qualified service person in accordance with all building codes. Consult local building codes to properly size the gas supply line leading to the connection of the valve.
  • Page 18: Placement Of Glowing Embers And Lava Rock

    PLACEMENT oF GLoWING EMBERS AND LAVA RoCK Placement of the glowing embers (rockwool) is very individual and light coverage of the areas indicated will provide your best effects. We recommend separation of the rockwool by hand and to make your coverage as light and fluffy as possible. Place just enough embers on the burner to obtain the glow and a gold yellow flame.
  • Page 19: Operation Instructions/Flame Appearance

    oPERATIoN INSTRUCTIoNS/FLAME APPEARANCE Before you begin: Do not handle the logs with your bare hands! Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation. After handling logs, wash your hands gently with soap and water. All Logs The positioning of the logs is critical to the safe and clean opera- tion of this heater.
  • Page 20: For Your Safety Read Before Lighting

    MILLIvOLT vALvE LIghTINg INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNINg: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result caus- ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand.
  • Page 21: Burner Instructions

    Check the following items during installation prior to lighting the multisided burner: • Check all carryover ports for blockage from the ceramic media If there is blockage, use a small pointed tool to move the ceramic media away from the carryover port. •...
  • Page 22: Pilot Flame Characteristics

    pILOT fLAME ChARACTERISTICS Figure 16 show 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.
  • Page 23: Wiring

    Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. Millivolt thermopile is self powered, gas valve does not require 110 volts. Maximum length of 20 feet of 16 AWG two (2) conductor wires should be used with all optional switches.
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting Symptoms - Possible Causes And Solutions

    SyMpTOMS - pOSSIBLE CAUSES AND CORRECTIONS Turn appliance OFF and allow to cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair the heater. 1. When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at oDS/ pilot. a. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong - Replace pilot. b.
  • Page 25: Wiring Instructions For Installing A Dual Switch/Receptacle

    WIRING INSTRUCTIoNS FoR INSTALLING A DUAL SWITCH / RECEPTACLE In order to install both the optional Blower and Accent Light ac- cessories, it will be necessary to install the junction box so that the Duplex Receptacle wiring is split. This will allow each side of the receptacle to operate independently off separate wall switches.
  • Page 26: Optional Fbb5 Blower Installation Instructions

    oPTIoNAL FBB5 BLoWER INSTALLATIoN INSTRUCTIoNS Attention: Install blower assembly before connecting gas in- let supply line. Wiring The appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, if an exter- nal electrical source is utilized.
  • Page 27: Optional Blower Installation Instructions

    oPTIoNAL BLoWER INSTALLATIoN INSTRUCTIoNS (continued) Insert blower assembly into interior, bottom of firebox. Note: On peninsula models, the blower must be installed at the end which has the brick panel installed. Position blower assembly so that you align the notch on back of blower as- sembly with the center screw on side/end panel, then push the blower assembly against firebox outer panel.
  • Page 28: Optional Blower Installation Instructions

    oPTIoNAL BLoWER INSTALLATIoN INSTRUCTIoNS (continued) Wiring The appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, if an external electrical source is utilized. This appliance is equipped with a three-prong [grounding] plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle.
  • Page 29: Lk2 Accent Light Accessory

    LK2 ACCENT LIGHT ACCESSoRY An Accent Light Kit model LK2 is available for installation in the top of the firebox. Providing the junction box has been pre-wired with separate circuits as described in the "Wiring for a dual switch/receptacle" section. Follow the instructions provided with the LK2 Accent Light kit for proper installation in the fireplace.
  • Page 30: Parts List

    ATTENTION: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. INDEX NUMBER vfp36Sp32EN 17301 R3491 R3492 R9719 19401 19945 24115 18807 18808 20020 20143 10554 P253 P209 R5676 R3624 24756 R5677 24119 24143 24144 24146 R2423 20115...
  • Page 31: Parts List

    ATTENTION: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. INDEX NUMBER vfp36Sp32EN 23244 R3435 R3436 R2313 24148 R7063 20116 R7591 15999 R2792 24291 24661 24664 24662 24663 NOT SHOWN 11788 NOT SHOWN M162 See page 32 for See-Through models VFP36SP series Parts View for ordering parts.
  • Page 32: See-Through Fireplace Parts View

    SEE-ThROUgh fIREpLACE pARTS vIEW Page 32 17 18 19 22 N a t G 36 37 NAT. BURNER 26670-0-0110...
  • Page 33: Peninsula Fireplace Parts View

    pENINSULA fIREpLACE pARTS vIEW 17 18 19 22 LP BURNER NAT. BURNER N a t G 36 37 26670-0-0110 Page 33...
  • Page 34: Accessories

    Accessory Fan Kit Variable Speed Control Kit Frame Kits Bottom Trim Strip Standard hood Page 34 ACCESSORIES Description Designed to provide forced air flow. Wall mounted variable speed control for use with FBB5 blower Standard 3-Piece Frame Kits Black, Brass, Stainless Steel, or Hammered Pewter Extruded Aluminum Frame Kits Black, Brass, Stainless Steel, or Hammered Pewter Available as optional kits in Black, Brass, Ham-...
  • Page 35: Accessories

    Accessory Accent Light Kit Extended 4" Hoods Louvers Decorative Door Kits Decorative Frame Kits Mantel Systems 26670-0-0110 ACCESSoRIES (continued) Description Optional light kit that installs in top of firebox to enhance logset. Operates with a Rheostat control to vary brightness of light for desired effect.
  • Page 36: Service Notes

    SERvICE NOTES Page 36 26670-0-0110...
  • Page 37: Reference

    Empire Comfort Systems EMPIRE EMPIRE 918 Freeburg Avenue Belleville, Illinois 62220-2623 Comfort Systems 34 3/4” 34 1/4” 29 1/8” 26670-0-0110 GAS-FIRED 36-inch Fireplace accommodates the following Log Set: Refractory Log Set: LSU-24RR-2 Banded Brick Liners are made from Ceramic Fiber for rich detail and lasting beauty. Banded Brick Liners have dark "creamed-coffee"...
  • Page 38 Empire Comfort Systems EMPIRE EMPIRE 918 Freeburg Avenue Belleville, Illinois 62220-2623 Comfort Systems SEE-THROUGH FIREPLACE MODELS: VFP36SP32EN-2 VFP36SP32EP-2 Clearances Combustible material clearance (furniture, parallel walls) from front of fireplace: 36" minimum Sidewall Clearances: The clearance from the inside opening of the firebox to perpendicular combustible side wall should not be less than 1 3/4".
  • Page 39 Empire Comfort Systems EMPIRE EMPIRE 918 Freeburg Avenue Belleville, Illinois 62220-2623 Comfort Systems SEE-THROUGH FIREPLACE MODELS: VFP36SP32EN-2 VFP36SP32EP-2 Clearances (continued) 1 3/4” MIN. PERPENDICULAR COMBUSTIBLE SIDEWALL 36” MIN. See Through Fireplace Clearances 1 3/4” MIN. PERPENDICULAR COMBUSTIBLE SIDEWALL 36” MIN.
  • Page 40 EMPIRE EMPIRE Comfort Systems Page 40 Empire Comfort Systems Inc. 918 Freeburg Ave. Belleville, IL 62220 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.

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