Introduction; Specifications - White Mountain Hearth VFBL-30-1 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

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.
Always consult your local Building Department regarding regula-
tions, codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of an
unvented room heater.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* permanently
located, manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by
state or local codes.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from
the manufacturer.
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.
General Information
The AVFBL-30 and AVFBH-30 are design certified in accordance
with American National Standard Z21.11.2 by the Canadian
Standards Association as an Unvented Room Heater and shall
be installed according to these instructions.
Attention: During initial use of ceramic log you will detect an
odor as the ceramic log is cured. Also, during the curing process
the ceramic log will burn with a yellow flame.
Any alteration of the original design, installed other than as shown
in these instructions or use with a type of gas not shown on the
rating plate is the responsibility of the person and company mak-
ing the change.
WARNING: This appliance is equipped for (natural gas or propane)
gas. Field conversion is not permitted.
Model
Input BTU/HR (KW/H) Max.
BTU/HR (KW/H) Min.
Height
Width
Depth
Gas Inlet
16940-2-0806

INTRODUCTION

SPECIFICATIONS
AVFBL-30/AVFBH-30
30,000 ( 8.8)
14,000 (4.1)
22"
26"
7 5/8"
3/8" (10mm)
Important
All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number,
Serial Number and type of gas.
Notice: During initial firing of this unit, its paint will bake out,
and smoke will occur. To prevent triggering of smoke alarms,
ventilate the room in which the unit is installed.
Qualified Installing Agency
Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equip-
ment or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall
be performed only by a qualified agency. The term "qualified
agency" means any individual, firm, corporation or company
which either in person or through a representative is engaged in
and is responsible for (a) the installation or replacement of gas
piping or (b) the connection, installation, repair or servicing of
equipment, who is experienced in such work, familiar with all
precautions required and has complied with all the requirements
of the authority having jurisdiction.
State of Massachuetts: The installation must be made by a licensed
plumber or gas filter in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Sellers of unvented propane or natural gas-fired supplemental
room heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy of 527 CMR
30 upon sale of the unit.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence
of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/
NFPA54.*
*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc., 11 West 42nd
St., New York, N.Y. 10036.
Well Head Gas Installations
Some natural gas utilities use "well head" gas. This may affect
the Btu output of the unit. Contact the gas company for the heat-
ing value. Contact the manufacturer or your gas company before
changing spud/orifice size.
High Altitudes
For altitudes/elevations above 2,000 feet (610m), ratings should be
reduced at the rate of 4 percent for each 1,000 feet (305m) above
sea level. Contact the manufacturer or your gas company before
changing spud/orifice size.
Accessories
Automatic Blower
Polished Brass Frame
Floor Stand
VFB-BK
VFF1A-20BR
VFBFS
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