Empire Comfort Systems VFL20IN3 series Owner's Manual
Empire Comfort Systems VFL20IN3 series Owner's Manual

Empire Comfort Systems VFL20IN3 series Owner's Manual

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EMPIRE
EMPIRE
Comfort Systems
Loft Vent Free Fireplace/Insert
Shown without required front.
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 sup-
plier'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
GAS-FIRED
UNVENTED
GAS FIREpLACE
MODELS
VFL20IN3(0,1,2,3)10(N,p)-1
VFL20IN3(0,1,2,3)(N,p)-1
VFL20IN7(0,1,2,3)(N,p)-1
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 11.
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.
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 11.
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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS EMPIRE EMPIRE AND OWNER'S MANUAL Comfort Systems UNVENTED Loft Vent Free Fireplace/Insert GAS FIREpLACE MODELS VFL20IN3(0,1,2,3)10(N,p)-1 VFL20IN3(0,1,2,3)(N,p)-1 VFL20IN7(0,1,2,3)(N,p)-1 GAS-FIRED Shown without required front. Installer: Leave this manual with the appli- ance. Consumer: Retain this manual for future refer- This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket, permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home, ence.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Important Safety Information .......................... 3 Safety Information for Users of LP-Gas ......................4 Important Installation Guidelines ........................5 Introduction ..............................6 Specifications ..............................7 Installation in a Fireplace ..........................8 Fireplace Insert Dimensions ..........................9 Built-In Fireplace Installation ........................
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION • An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than • During manufacturing, fabricating and shipping, various 6,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bathroom components of this appliance are treated with certain oils, films or bonding agents.
  • 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 by point with the members of your household. Someday when and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and there may not be a minute to lose, everyone's safety will depend colorless.
  • Page 5: Important Installation Guidelines

    IMpORTANT INSTALLATION GUIDELINES Candles Proper Primary Airflow into Burner Avoid the use of scented or decorative candles while the log set For proper burner operation and flame appearance, the flow of is in operation. Candles produce a residue in the air that creates a primary air into the venturi tube, located on the rear of the burner, soot like substance.
  • Page 6: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Instructions to Installer Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after Notice: During initial firing of this unit, its paint will bake out, and installation. smoke will occur. To prevent triggering of smoke alarms, ventilate 2. Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card the room in which the unit is installed.
  • Page 7: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Accessories for VFL20IN3 (Millivolt) Models VFL20IN3* Remote Control Description Input Btu/hr Maximum 20,000 20,000 Accessories Btu/hr Minimum 16,000 13,000 FRBC Battery Operated Remote Control Orifice 2.10 mm FRBTC Battery Operated Remote Control with Air Shutter Opening 3/16" Fully Closed Thermostat VFL20IN7* FRBTP...
  • Page 8: Installation In A Fireplace

    INSTALLATION IN A FIREPLACE Before beginning, check to make sure there is no hidden Note: The following statement is also provided on a separate damage to the unit. Take a minute and plan out the gas and label plate in the instruction packet. prior to installation of the fireplace insert, the installer must mechanically secure this electrical route.
  • Page 9: Fireplace Insert Dimensions

    FIREpLACE INSERT DIMENSIONS • Whether optional accessories - devices such as a wall switch When planning a fireplace insert installation, it’s necessary to or remote control - are desired. determine: • Electrical supply requirements for optional blower. • Gas supply piping. (120V, 60Hz, 1 Amp) •...
  • Page 10: Built-In Fireplace Installation

    BUILT-IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION In planning the installation for the fireplace, it is necessary to If the fireplace is installed directly on carpeting, tile or other determine where the unit is to be installed and whether optional combustible material other than wood flooring, it should be installed accessories are desired.
  • Page 11: 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 The following steps will help insure that water vapor does not heater produces approximately one (1) ounce (30ml) of water for become a problem.
  • Page 12: Provisions For Adequate Combustion & Ventilation Air

    PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR (continued) Ventilation Air From Outdoors (Figure 6) The space in the above example is a confined space because the Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts. You must actual BTU/Hr used is more than the maximum BTU/HR the space provide two permanent openings: one within 12"...
  • Page 13: Gas Supply

    GAS SUppLy The gas pipeline can be brought in through the right or left side of Installing the Main Gas Cock the appliance. The insert has a Flexline with shutoff valve located Each appliance should have its own manual gas cock. on the right side when facing the unit.
  • Page 14: Clearances

    GAS SUPPLY (continued) Checking Manifold pressure pressure regulator from a minimum of 7.0" w.c. for the purpose of MILLIVOLT VALVES input adjustment to a maximum of 10.5" w.c. Natural gas will have a manifold pressure of approximately 3.5" propane gas will have a manifold pressure approximately 10.0"w.c. w.c.
  • Page 15: Combustible Materials

    COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS Combustible Material No greeting cards, stockings or ornamentation of any type should No greeting cards, stockings or ornamentation of any type should be placed on or attached to the fireplace. This is a heating appliance. be placed on or attached to the fireplace. The flow of heat can The flow of heat can ignite combustibles.
  • Page 16: Alternate On/Off Switch Installation

    ALTERNATE ON/OFF SWITCH INSTALLATION WIRING THE FIREpLACE WIRES FROM ON/OFF SWITCH INSTALLED IN Note: Electrical wiring must be installed by a licensed electri- LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE SURROUND PANELS cian. TH/TP CAUTION: DISCONNECT REMOTE CONTROLS IF YOU ARE ABSENT FOR EXTENDED TIME PERIODS. THIS WILL PREVENT ACCIDENTAL FIREPLACE OPERATION.
  • Page 17: Decorative Accessory Installation

    DECORATIVE ACCESSORy INSTALLATION WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with the diagrams and instructions below or failure to DECORATIVE GLASS use only parts specifically approved for use with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury. NOTE: The Loft series burners may be operated with or without the Decorative accessory options.
  • Page 18: 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 caus- ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by •...
  • Page 19: 10,000 Btu Millivolt Control Valve Lighting Instructions

    10,000 BTU 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 caus- ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by •...
  • Page 20: Intermittent Pilot Lighting Instructions

    INTERMITTENT PILOT 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. BEFORE LIGHTING, smell all around the appliance area B.
  • Page 21: Intermittent Pilot Operating Instructions

    INTERMITTENT pILOT OpERATING INSTRUCTIONS Thermostats are not approved on vented decorative appli- ances. Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. The 7 series Loft Fireplace operate with a GV60 battery-powered electronic remote ignition and control system.
  • Page 22: Intermittent Pilot Remote Electronic Ignition And Control System

    INTERMITTENT pILOT REMOTE ELECTRONIC IGNITION AND CONTROL SySTEM Timer/Thermostat RF AppLICATION Remote Handset GV60 is a battery-powered electronic and control sys- G6R-H3T tem for gas appliances with pilot burners and ODS sys- tems. GENERAL NOTES Radio Frequency Remote 433.92 MHz for Europe; 315 MHz for U.S. (FCC ID: RTD-G6R) and for Canada (IC: 4943A-G6R).
  • Page 23 INTERMITTENT pILOT REMOTE ELECTRONIC IGNITION AND CONTROL SySTEM AUTOMATIC OpERATION Standard, Display, Timer/Thermostat RF Remote Handset Simultaneously press and hold the OFF and • (large flame) WARNING buttons until a short beep confirms the start sequence has be- Wiring of valve and receiver must be completed before start- gun;...
  • Page 24 INTERMITTENT pILOT REMOTE ELECTRONIC IGNITION AND CONTROL SySTEM SETTING THE TIME NOTE: The display shows the set temperature every 30 sec- Display, Timer/Thermostat RF Remote Handsets onds. • The display will flash after either: SETTING THE TEMpERATURE a. Installing the battery or •...
  • Page 25 INTERMITTENT pILOT REMOTE ELECTRONIC IGNITION AND CONTROL SySTEM Battery replacement With the MANUAL knob in MAN position a manual pi- Battery replacement is recommended at the beginning of each lot valve operator and piezo igniter are accessible. heating season. Do not use metal tools to remove batteries. Using Ignition with match: a metal tool could cause a short that may damage the receiver.
  • Page 26: Intermittent Pilot Wiring Diagram

    INTERMITTENT PILOT WIRING DIAGRAM Main Valve Knob Manual Knob Piezo Igniter Connection for manual ignition Combination Control ON/OFF Switch Interrupter Block 8 Wire Cable Thermo Current Cable #2 or ON/OFF Switch with Soldered Cable Thermo Current Thermocouple Cable #1 Ignition Cable RF Antenna SPARK Battery...
  • Page 27: Operation Instructions/Flame Appearance

    OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS/FLAME APPEARANCE Flames from the pilot (front center of burner) as well as the main flame should be visually checked as the fireplace is installed. In normal operation at full rate after 10 to 15 minutes, the flame appearance should be sets of yellow flames. NOTE: All flames will be random by design, flame height will go up and down.
  • Page 28: Pilot Flame Characteristics

    pILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS Figures 25 and 26 show a correct pilot flame pattern. The correct PILOT THERMOPILE flame will be blue and will extend beyond the thermocouple. The (VFRL ONLY) 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 29: Cleaning And Servicing

    pILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS Cleaning and Maintenance/pilot Oxygen Depletion Sensor pilot (Figures 29 and 30) When the pilot has a large yellow tip flame, clean the Oxygen Depletion Sensor as follows: 1. Clean the ODS pilot by loosening nut B from the pilot tubing. When this procedure is required, grasp nut A with an open end wrench.
  • Page 30: Wiring

    WIRING Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER/ THERMOSTAT/ CONTROLE E WIRING DIAGRAM controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and DISTANCE DU RECEPTEUR dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. (OPTIONAL) THERMOSTAT Millivolt thermopile is self powered, gas valve does (FACULATIVE) THERMOSTAT not require 110 volts.
  • Page 31: Troubleshooting: Symptoms, Possible Causes And Corrections

    TROUBLESHOOTING SyMpTOMS, pOSSIBLE CAUSES AND CORRECTIONS 1. When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/ c. Manual Shutoff valve not fully open - Fully open manual pilot. shutoff valve. a. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong - Replace pilot. d.
  • Page 32: Parts List

    pARTS LIST Index No. part No. Description Index No. part No. Description VFL20IN3 10,000 BTU/HR MILLIVOLT MODEL COMMON pARTS P193 ORIFICE #64 - LP 27521 FIREBOX BAFFLE P214 ORIFICE #53 - NAT 27406 BURNER ASSEMBLY COVER R10477 TUBE BURNER 27082 FIREBOX BOTTOM R3623 PILOT ASSEMBLY - LP...
  • Page 33: Exploded View

    EXpLODED VIEW TEMP MILIVOLT VALVE ASSEMBLY IPI VALVE ASSEMBLY 27407-2-0710 Page 33...
  • Page 34: Surround Fronts

    SURROUND FRONTS This fireplace requires a surround, available from your Empire Comfort Systems dealer. The DF20LBL surround shown below allows the fireplace to be installed as an insert in an existing fireplace or in a mantel. For elevated installation in a wall, see the DF20GBL and DF20MBL surrounds on the following page.
  • Page 35 SURROUND FRONTS The fireplace requires a surround, available from your Empire Comfort Systems dealer. The DF20GBL and DF20MBL surrounds shown below allow the fireplace to be installed elevated in a wall. For installation as an insert in an existing fireplace or in a mantel, see the DF20LBL on the previous page.
  • Page 36: Master Parts Distributor List

    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. Star-Fire Distributors...
  • Page 37: Appliance Service History

    AppLIANCE SERVICE HISTORy Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service performed/Notes 27407-2-0710 Page 37...
  • Page 38 AppLIANCE SERVICE HISTORy Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service performed/Notes Page 38 27407-2-0710...
  • Page 39: Appliance Service History

    AppLIANCE SERVICE HISTORy Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service performed/Notes 27407-2-0710 Page 39...
  • Page 40 Empire Comfort Systems Inc. EMPIRE EMPIRE 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. Comfort Systems www.empirecomfort.com...

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