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EMPIRE
EMPIRE
Comfort Systems
ANSI z21.91 ventless fireplace enclosures for gas
fired Decorative Type unvented room heaters
wArNINg: If the information in these instructions are
not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result caus-
ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appli-
ance.
— 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 neigh-
bor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instruc-
tions.
•
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
— Installation and service must be performed by a quali-
fied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
DO NOT ATTeMpT TO MODIfy Or ALTer The cONSTruc-
TION Of The fIrebOx Or ITS cOMpONeNTS. ANy MODI-
fIcATION Or ALTerATION Of cONSTrucTION MAy vOID
The wArrANTy Of ThIS fIrebOx.
chILDreN AND ADuLTS ShOuLD be ALerTeD TO The
hAzArDS Of hIgh SurfAce TeMperATure AND
ShOuLD STAy AwAy TO AvOID burNS Or cLOThINg Ig-
NITION.
yOuNg chILDreN ShOuLD be cArefuLLy SupervISeD
wheN They Are IN The SAMe rOOM AS The fIrebOx.
INSTALLATION INSTrucTIONS
AND OwNer'S MANuAL
VFP32FB2DL-4
VFP32FB2CL-3
VFP32FB2EL-3
VFP32FB2DF-4
VFP32FB2CF-3
VFP32FB2EF-3
Installer:
consumer:
wArNINg:
service or maintenance can cause injury or property dam-
age. refer to this manual. for assistance or additional infor-
mation, consult a qualified installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
carefully review the instructions supplied with the decora-
tive type unvented room heater for the minimum fireplace
size requirement.
DO NOT INSTALL A veNT-free LOg SeT IN ThIS fIrebOx,
uNLeSS ThIS fIrebOx MeeTS The MINIMuM DIMeNSIONS
reQuIreD fOr The INSTALLATION.
uNIverSAL fIrebOx fOr ALL
veNT-free LOg SeTS
MODeLS
VFP36FB2DL-4
VFP36FB2CL-3
VFP36FB2EL-3
VFP36FB2DF-4
VFP36FB2CF-3
VFP36FB2EF-3
GAS-FIRED
Leave this manual with the appliance.
retain this manual for future reference.
fOr uSe ONLy wITh A LISTeD gAS-fIreD uNveNTeD
DecOrATIve rOOM heATer NOT TO exceeD 40,000
bTu/h.
DO NOT buILD A wOOD fIre.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
VFP42FB2DL-4
VFP42FB2CL-3
VFP42FB2EL-3
VFP42FB2DF-4
VFP42FB2CF-3
VFP42FB2EF-3
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- Page 1 INSTALLATION INSTrucTIONS EMPIRE EMPIRE AND OwNer'S MANuAL uNIverSAL fIrebOx fOr ALL Comfort Systems veNT-free LOg SeTS MODeLS VFP32FB2DL-4 VFP36FB2DL-4 VFP42FB2DL-4 VFP32FB2CL-3 VFP36FB2CL-3 VFP42FB2CL-3 VFP32FB2EL-3 VFP36FB2EL-3 VFP42FB2EL-3 VFP32FB2DF-4 VFP36FB2DF-4 VFP42FB2DF-4 VFP32FB2CF-3 VFP36FB2CF-3 VFP42FB2CF-3 VFP32FB2EF-3 VFP36FB2EF-3 VFP42FB2EF-3 GAS-FIRED ANSI z21.91 ventless fireplace enclosures for gas...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
taBLE oF ContEntS SECtion PagE important Safety information ..................3 introduction ......................3 Clearances ......................4-5 Firebox installation instructions ................6-8 installing Hood ......................8-9 gas Line Connection ....................9 optional Fresh air Kit installation instructions ...........10-12 optional Single Speed Blower installations instructions ........13-15 Junction Box Wiring installation instructions ............16 Maintenance ......................16 Parts List ......................17-18 Parts View ......................19... -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
This Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. firebox and its - Installation other than as instructed by Empire components have been tested and will operate safely comfort Systems, Inc. -
Page 4: Clearances
CLEaRanCES Sidewall clearances: The clearance from the inside of the firebox COMBUSTIBLE to perpendicular combustible side wall should not be less than FINISHED WALL 2 X 4 6". See figure 1. OR MANTEL HEADER Firebox Side and Back Clearances: The firebox outer casing side and back flanges are zero clearance to combustibles. Top framing and finishing: Combustible framing may rest on FINISH WITH TRIM KIT OR NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL top of standoffs. Combustible finishing materials may extend to... - Page 5 CLEaRanCES ceiling clearances: the ceiling height should not be less than 42" from the top of the hood. See Figures 3a and 3b. Mantel clearances: Vent free firebox models must use the hood supplied with the firebox, or one of the optional hood kits available for each model. if a combustible mantel is installed, it must meet the clearance requirements detailed below. grate clearance: the minimum clearance between the front legs of the grate and front edge of the firebox is 2".
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Page 6: Firebox Installation Instructions
FiREBoX inStaLLation inStRUCtionS any vent-free gas Log Heater must be “For use with approved anSi has not been done, stop and consult your dealer for assistance Z21.11.2 unvented room heater.” with this planning. Follow and complete the installation instructions of the gas log set planning your Installation and the requirements of this firebox. - Page 7 FiREBoX inStaLLation inStRUCtionS (continued) PREMIUM PREMIUM LOUVERED FLUSH preMIuM LOuvereD fLuSh vfp32 vfp36 vfp42 vfp32 vfp36 vfp42 41 1/8” 41 1/8” 41 1/8” 41 1/8” 41 1/8” 41 1/8” 34 1/2” 39 1/2” 43 1/2” 34 1/2” 39 1/2” 43 1/2” 21 7/16”...
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Page 8: Installing Hood
FiREBoX inStaLLation inStRUCtionS (continued) Locating Firebox Place firebox in framing opening. Use the four (4) framing brackets provided on the firebox to attach firebox to framing. Different hole locations can be used for finishing materials with thicknesses of 3/8", 1/2" and 3/4". attach these materials with screws provided, two (2) per framing bracket. See figure 8. Framing brackets should fit directly against framing material. Use at least one (1) nail per bracket to secure in place. Check squareness of the firebox prior to securing to framed opening. -
Page 9: Gas Line Connection
inStaLLing HooD (continued) extended hoods If your non-combustible facing material is over 1" in thickness that will be used to finish this firebox, an extended hood is available that will extend out 2" farther out into the room. Contact your local dealer for details. VB4H32BL Standard Black VB4H36BL Standard Black VB4H42BL Standard Black VB4H32BR Polished Brass VB4H36BR Polished Brass VB4H42BR Polished Brass VB4H32SS Stainless Steel VB4H36SS Stainless Steel VB4H42SS... -
Page 10: Optional Fresh Air Kit Installation Instructions
oPtionaL FRESH aiR Kit inStaLLation inStRUCtionS FoR DELUXE anD PREMiUM FiREBoXES 3. insert Slide assembly through the cut-out as shown in the optional Fresh air Kit is designed to introduce outside Figure 15. Before you fasten ensure that the handle air to the firebox as desired. - Page 11 5. Push the handle for “open” position and pull the handle Completion of air Kit installation for the “Closed” position. See Figure 17. 1. Determine the length of 4” Dia. rigid or flex duct con- nector (installer supplied) you will need from the fire- CLOSED OPEN box/fireplace to the exterior surface of the outside wall,...
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Page 12: Optional Fresh Air Kit Installation Instructions
oPtionaL FRESH aiR Kit inStaLLation inStRUCtionS FoR DELUXE anD PREMiUM FiREBoXES pArTS LIST INDex NO. pArT NO. DeScrIpTION 29259 outside air Vent assembly 29257 Slide assembly 29263 Handle Retainer figure 21 R-3580, PHILLIPS TRUSS HEAD SCREW 10 X ½ - QTY - 2 R-2737, HEX HEAD SCREW 10 X ½... -
Page 13: Optional Single Speed Blower Installations Instructions
oPtionaL SingLE SPEED BLoWER inStaLLation inStRUCtionS Attention: install blower assembly before connecting gas inlet a factory installed junction box is located on the lower right supply line. side of the firebox. Wiring must be fed to the junction box and wiring attached to the receptacle that is provided. From right side the appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in of the firebox, remove the screw securing the junction box accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, assembly. - Page 14 4. Insert blower assembly into interior, bottom of firebox. Posi- figure 32, connection b tion blower assembly so that you align the notch on back of 10. Route the wires away from moving parts of the blower assem- blower assembly with the center screw on firebox back, then bly and retain wires together near the blower motor using the push the blower assembly against firebox back. The blower plastic purse clip provided.
- Page 15 blower Motor 110 VOLT AC the blower motor does not have oiling holes. Do not attempt to oil JUNCTION BOX the blower motor. FAN/MOTOR ASSEMBLY blower wheels the blower wheels will collect lint and could require periodic clean- ing. if the air output decreases or the noise level increases, it indi- cates a dirty blower wheel.
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Page 16: Junction Box Wiring Installation Instructions
JUnCtion BoX WiRing inStaLLation inStRUCtionS cAuTION: ALL wIrINg ShOuLD be DONe by A QuALIfIeD eLecTrIcIAN AND ShALL be IN cOMpLIANce wITh ALL LOcAL, cITy AND STATe buILDINg cODeS. befOre MAKINg The eLecTrIcAL cONNecTION, MAKe Sure ThAT MAIN pOwer SuppLy IS DIScONNecTeD. 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 (LATeST eDITION) a factory installed junction box is located on the lower right hand side of the firebox. Wiring must be fed to the junction box... -
Page 17: Parts List
PaRtS LiSt pArT NuMber INDex DeScrIpTION vfp32fb2DL vfp32fb2eL vfp32fb2cL vfp32fb2Df vfp32fb2ef vfp32fb2cf 17247 17247 17247 17247 17247 17247 toP StanDoFF 17169 17169 17169 UPPER LoUVER 10554 10554 10554 10554 10554 10554 FRaMing BRaCKEt 17170 17170 17170 LoWER LoUVER 17162 17162 17162 17162 17162... -
Page 18: Parts List
PaRtS LiSt pArT NuMber INDex DeScrIpTION vfp42fb2DL vfp42fb2eL vfp42fb2cL vfp42fb2Df vfp42fb2ef vfp42fb2cf 17247 17247 17247 17247 17247 17247 toP StanDoFF 17187 17187 17187 UPPER LoUVER 10554 10554 10554 10554 10554 10554 FRaMing BRaCKEt 17188 17188 17188 LoWER LoUVER 17162 17162 17162 17162 17162... -
Page 19: Parts View
PaRtS ViEW 27061-4-1213 Page 19... -
Page 20: Accessories
aCCESSoRiES Accessory Description Model Numbers fan Kit Designed to provide forced air flow. FBB5 Variable Speed Control Kit Wall mounted variable speed control for use with SCV-1 FBB5 blower fresh Air Kit Deluxe and Premium Fireboxes BVa-1 frame Kits Standard 3-Piece Frame Kits Black, Brass, Stainless Steel, or Hammered Pewter Contact dealer for all available optional frame kits Extruded aluminum Frame Kits... - Page 21 aCCESSoRiES (continued) extended 4" hoods Extended hoods that extend out 2" farther than the stan- dard hoods, to accommodate thicker surround materials. Contact dealer for all available optional hood accessories available as optional kits in Black, Brass, Hammered Pew- ter, and Stainless Steel finishes. Louvers Styles include Slat, Mission, arch, and Leaf Patterns.
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Page 22: 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. Dey Distributing Victor Division of F. -
Page 23: 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. this warranty applies to the original purchaser only and is not transferable. all warranty repairs must be accomplished by a qualified gas appliance technician. - Page 24 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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