Kingsman VFI30 Installation Instructions Manual

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Installation Instructions

Model Number VFI30 Gas Fired Direct Vent Room
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located, manufactured home (USA only) or 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, unless a certified kit is used.
Read this complete manual before beginning installation.
These instructions must be kept with the unit for future reference.
WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or loss of life.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal
injury or loss of life. Refer to this manual. Installation and service
must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable 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.
Extinguish any open flame.
Do not touch any electrical switch.
Do not use any phone in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbour's phone.
If you can not reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Heater Inserts
Model VFI30
Minimum Fireplace Opening Required: 29"W x 20 3/4"H x 16 1/2"D
Certified to: ANZI Z21.88-2009, CSA2.33-2009
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Printed in Canada October 19, 2009 30 VFI-MAN
Listed Certified for USA, and Canada
Fireplace Insert was designed for
installation in a solid fuel fireplace
that has been installed in
accordance with national,
provincial/state and local building
codes and is constructed of
noncombustible materials. Do not
remove any refractory materials
from any masonry solid fuel
fireplace.
The VFI30 Fireplace Insert was
designed for installation in a zero
clearance type listed solid fuel
burning factory built fireplace. It may
be necessary to remove the damper
plate, refractory liners, log grates,
glass door, and screen rails/mesh.
Removal of the smoke baffle is
necessary in most cases.
A Division of R-Co. Inc.
2340 Logan Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R2R 2V3
Ph: (204) 632-1962
WARNING: The VFI30

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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions Model Number VFI30 Gas Fired Direct Vent Room Heater Inserts Model VFI30 Listed Certified for USA, and Canada Minimum Fireplace Opening Required: 29”W x 20 3/4”H x 16 1/2”D Certified to: ANZI Z21.88-2009, CSA2.33-2009 INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
  • Page 2: Pre-Installation Questions And Answers

    PRE-INSTALLATION QUESTIONS and ANSWERS Why does my fireplace or stove give off odour? It is normal for your fireplace to give off some odour. This is due to the curing of the paint, adhesives, silicones and any undetected oil from the manufacturing process as well as the finishing materials used with the installa- tions (e.g.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    27. Lighting Instructions .......27 Kingsman Industries Warranty ..... . .28...
  • Page 4: Mobile Home /Manufactured Housing Installations

    Mobile Home/Manufactured Housing Installation This Vent System Appliance must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions and the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR, Part 3280, or the current Standard for Fire Safety Criteria for Manufactured Home Installation, Sites, and Communities ANSI/NFPA 501A, and with CAN/CSA Z240 MH Mobile Home Standard in Canada.
  • Page 5: Warnings, Installations And Operations

    Warnings, Installations, and Operations Installation Regulations This gas appliance must be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with local building codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the current CAN/CGA-B149.1 Installation Code (in Canada) or the current National Fuel Gas Code Z223.1 when installed in the United States.
  • Page 6: Operations And Maintenance Instructions

    • If the factory-built fireplace has no gas access hole(s) provided, an access hole of 1.5in [37.5mm] or less may be drilled through the lower sides or bottom of the firebox in a proper workmanship like manner. This access hole must be plugged with non-combustible insulation after the gas supply line has been installed.
  • Page 7: Unit Identification

    1. UNIT IDENTIFICATION With each insert the following must be purchased: (1) Log Set (4 pce) Cast or Fibre Vented Fireplace Insert (VFI30N or VFI30LP). This unit (1) Standard Surround Kit (1) Grill Kit is offered with variable speed fan and variable gas input. For a list of options please see page 23-24 and contact your local dealer.
  • Page 8: Gas Piping

    Thermostat Connection and On/Off Switch Millivolt VENT LENGTH (4” Diameter Vent) Thermostat ( optional but recommended). All controls are connected directly to the gas valve and the circuit is Vertical (rise) Horizontal (run) made between: l0 ft - 3.1m 0 ft - 0.0 m •...
  • Page 9 When installing the venting please take note of the following: 1. A masonry chimney or other approved venting system must be clean and inspected for any damage which might make it unsafe. Chimney must be constructed of non- combustible material. 2.
  • Page 10: Installation

    8. INSTALLATION 14. Check for correct operation (See SECTION 10) NOTE: INSTALLATION AND REPAIR SHOULD BE 15. Install Surround and Grills as per PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE instructions. PERSON. THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE INSPECTED BEFORE USE AND AT LEAST 16.
  • Page 11: Log Placement C5 Or F5

    LOGC5 OR LOGF5 PLACEMENT GUIDE C5 or F5 Parts Burner Step 1: Break ember wool into thumbnail Step 2: Place Log #1 on burner as shown size pieces. Place glowing embers evenly on and pull forward to the grate bars. Place log to the front burner tube as shown.
  • Page 12: Log Placement C6

    LOGC6 PLACEMENT GUIDELINES Log C6 Parts List Burner Step 1: Place Log #1 on rear log holder, cen- Step 2: Place Log #3 onto the left notch of ter it, and push back. Place Log #2 against Log #1 and against the left grate bar as the left burner mount and back against the shown.
  • Page 13: Field Conversion For Zdv6000-Vfi25-Vfi30

    Field Conversion for ZDV6000 - VFI25 - VFI30 Warning: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury. C6GEK: ZDV6000 Conversion C30GEK: VFI25 &...
  • Page 14: Combustion Air

    9. COMBUSTION AIR Indoor combustion air must conform to the requirements of the applicable code: Canada Installation Code CAN/CGA-B149.1 or (USA.) National Fuel Gas Code ANSI-Z223.1 In homes of normal construction, sufficient combustion air can usually be obtained by air infiltration. The fireplace insert must be installed in area that is free of excessive dust and dirt and where ventilation is sufficient to provide proper combustion of gas, proper venting and the...
  • Page 15: Check-Out

    Sequence of operation: Pressure ranges are as listed below: 1. Turn On/Off switch (or thermostat) to the on (call for heat) position. Gas Supply Pressure (inches w.c.) Main burner lights. Normal If blower variable speed switch is in the Natural Gas “On”...
  • Page 16: Maintenance

    The best way to clean the logs is to blow off the soot 13. MAINTENANCE using compressed air at high velocity. It is also effective to use a clean soft brush in the area of soot CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection accumulation.
  • Page 17: Bay Window Installation

    Glass Replacement h) Valve and Burner Replacement REPLACEMENT GLASS For valve replacement it is recommended that the Only Robax ceramic or coated NeoCeram glass may burner assembly be removed, this is done by removing be used for replacement. The glass must be a minimum two 1/4”...
  • Page 18 Bay Window (Figure 6) Bay Window Assembly and Parts List: Ref. No. Stock No. Description 2000-300 Bay Window Assembly 2000-310 Upper Brass Window Trim 2000-313 Grill (Bottom) 1001-P188SI On/Off Pilot Extension Knob 1001-P189SI Hi/Lo Extension Knob 2000-312 Side Louvers 2000-070 Fan/Piezo Bracket 5000-P025WS Extension Spring...
  • Page 19: Surround And Brass Trim Assembly Instructions

    15. Surround and Brass Trim Assembly Instructions Surround Kit Installation: Before attaching surround assembly, check operation of insert and installation of draft hood and chimney liner . To assemble surround attach panel (1), (2), and (3) with (4) bolts (10/24) and star lock nuts, if optional brass panel kit was purchased install at this time over the surround kit and than tighten the (4) bolts to secure all panels.
  • Page 20: And Parts List

    Replacement Parts List for Surround Kits and Panel Kits Std. Surround Large Surround (27-3/4 x 40-1/2”) (30-3/4 x 44”) Ref. No.Stock No. Stock No. Description 2000-401 2000-421 Top Panel 2000-402 2000-422 Left Panel 2000-404 2000-423 Right Panel 2000-405 2000-424 Brass Top Trim 2000-405 2000-425 Brass Left Trim...
  • Page 21: Wiring Diagram - Sit Valve System

    16. WIRING DIAGRAM - FOR SIT VALVE SYSTEM For units with serial number greater than 13930, see 820639 - 820640 systems. FOR SIT 820633-820634 Wiring diagram SIT 820633- SPILL SAFETY SWITCH - Wiring Diagram 820634 thermocouple system Thermocouple SIT 820-639 and 820-640 True Millivolt Systems This System does not have a thermocouple SIT 820633 - 820634 Valves...
  • Page 22: Wiring Diagram - Robertshaw Valve System

    17. WIRING DIAGRAM FOR ROBERT SHAW VALVE SYSTEM Ref. No Stock No. Description Ref. Letter Wire Description 2000-083 *Valve NO Hi/Lo (760 711 454 ) (2) Female Slip on Insulated End 2000-083P *Valve LP Hi/Lo (760 711 454 ) 2000-080 Thermostat (F095:105/127:113) (1) Female Slip on Insulated End 1000-P134WR Pilot &...
  • Page 23: Accessory List

    Log Set - Four Piece Fibre Split Oak (F5000, ZDV6000, VF130) LOGC5 Log Set - Four Piece Cast Split Oak (F5000, ZDV6000, VF130) LOGC6 Log Set - Five Piece Cast Split Oak (6000 VFI30, VFI25) c/w Glowing Ember Rock Chunks Surround Kit (Required for each Insert) V30S2640B...
  • Page 24 Accessories - Optional V30P2740A Panel Kit - Antique Brass (For use on V30S2740B) V30P2740C Panel Kit - Chrome (For use on V30S2740B) V30P2740P Panel Kit - Polish Brass (For use on V30S2740B) V30P3044A Panel Large Kit - Antique Brass (For use on V30S3044A) V30P3044C Panel Large Kit - Chrome (For use on V30S3044C) V30P3044P...
  • Page 25: Replacement Parts

    Pilot Burner LP 199.713 TC SIT 1001-P714SI Pilot Burner NG 199.714 TC SIT REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR VFI30 SYSTEM #3 New SIT TC True Millivolt Vented only (If Serial Number is equal to or GREATER than 13930) Valve System Parts - S.I. T .
  • Page 26 Burner Assembly (Natural Gas) c/w Sit Valve 3000-930 Spill Safety Switch (36T21) C30GEK Grate & Ember Plate Kit for Field Conversion for C6 Log Set c/w Ember Plate & Grate Bar for VFI25,VFI30 Conversion Kit (SIT Valve only) 30VFI-CKLP LP Conversion Kit 30VFI-CKNG...
  • Page 27: Lighting Instructions

    20. MILLIVOLT LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Recommended Maximum Lead Length (Double Wire) When Using Wall Switch or Thermostat Wire Size Max. Length 14 GA. 100 FT. 16 GA. 64 FT. 18 GA. 40 FT. 20 GA. 25 FT. 22 GA. 16 FT. Pilot Burner Adjustment CAUTION: DO NOT 1.Adjust pilot screw to provide...
  • Page 28: Kingsman Industries Warranty

    During the first year after installation, we will provide a replacement for any component part of your unit found to be defective in materials or workmanship, including labour costs. Repair work requires prior approval by Kingsman, labour costs are based on a predetermined rate schedule and any repair work must be done through an authorized Kingsman dealer.

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