Kingsman VFI25N Installation Instructions Manual

Gas fired vented room heater

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Installation Instructions

Certified to:
Model Number VFI25N, VFI25LP
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
"Gas Fired Vented Room Heater"
Minimum Fireplace Opening Required - 24" Wide x 17 1/2" High x 16" Deep
Read this complete manual before beginning installation.
These instructions must be kept with the unit for future reference.
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
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbour's phone.
If you can not reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Listed Certified for USA. and Canada
ANZI Z21.88b-2008, CSA2.33b-2008, CGA 2.17-M91
Insert
FOR YOUR SAFETY
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.
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R2R 2V3
Printed in Canada June 18, 2009 Part # 2500-MAN
A Division of R-Co. Inc.
2340 Logan Avenue
Ph: (204) 632-1962

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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions Listed Certified for USA. and Canada ANZI Z21.88b-2008, CSA2.33b-2008, CGA 2.17-M91 Certified to: Model Number VFI25N, VFI25LP INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance. CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference. “Gas Fired Vented Room Heater” Insert Minimum Fireplace Opening Required - 24” Wide x 17 1/2” High x 16” Deep Read this complete manual before beginning installation.
  • Page 2 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 installations (e.g.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    22. Lighting Instructions ......23 Kingsman Industries Warranty ....24...
  • Page 4: General

    It is important to inspect the packaging for signs 2. UNIT IDENTIFICATION of damage that may have affected the unit. Vented Fireplace Insert (VFI25N or VFI25LP).This unit is offered with variable speed fan and variable gas input. Included with the fireplace is the following:...
  • Page 5: Codes And Local Codes

    With each insert the following must be pur- •Minimum clearances from the top of the grill to a chased: mantel and maximum mantel width are: (1) Log Set (4 pce) Cast or Fibre (1) Standard Surround Kit MANTEL HEIGHT ABOVE UPPER (1) Grill Kit WIDTH GRILL OPENING...
  • Page 6: Gas Piping

    8. GAS PIPING All gas piping must be done in accordance with all VENT LENGTH (4” Diameter Vent) applicable codes CAN./CGA-BI49.1 or .2 installation codes or ANSI -Z223.1 as well as local Vertical (rise) Horizontal (run) codes. Min l0 ft - 3.1m 0 ft - 0.0 m 50 ft - 16.2 m 2 ft - 0.6 m...
  • Page 7 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 8: Installation

    10. INSTALLATION NOTE: INSTALLATION AND REPAIR 12. Log Installation: SHOULD PERFORMED - Remove logs from carton (4) and inspect. QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON. THE - Install as per Log Placement set up. APPLIANCE SHOULD BE INSPECTED - Purge lines and test pilot operation. BEFORE USE AND AT LEAST ANNUALLY BY A PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PERSON.
  • Page 9: Log Placement

    LOGC5 OR LOGF5 PLACEMENT GUIDELINES 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 and pull forward to the grate bars. Place on to the front burner tube as shown.
  • Page 10 LOGC6 PLACEMENT GUIDELINES Log C6 Parts List Burner Step 1: Place Log #1 on rear log holder, Step 2: Place Log #3 onto the left notch center it, and push back. Place Log #2 of Log #1 and against the left grate bar as against the left burner mount and back shown.
  • Page 11: Field Conversion For C30Gek

    Field Conversion for ZDV6000 - VFI25 - VFI30 C6GEK: ZDV6000 Conversion C30GEK: VFI25 & VFI30 Conversion 2 - Ember Plates 2 - Ember Plates 1 - Ember Plate Bridge 1 - Ember Plate Bridge 1 - Grate Assembly with 5/8” Bars 1 - Grate Assembly with 1/2”...
  • Page 12: Combustion Air, Unit Operation & Checkout

    11. COMBUSTION AIR • If there is not the proper draft then provide outside air as instructed by the applicable code. Indoor combustion air must conform to the requirements of the applicable code: Canada Installation Code CAN/CGA-B149.1 or .2 (USA.) National Fuel Gas Code ANSI-Z223.1 In homes of normal construction, sufficient combustion air can usually be obtained by air...
  • Page 13: Unit Adjustment

    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 3. If blower variable speed switch is in the Natural Gas 4.5 “On”...
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    pilot, generator, thermocouple is necessary replace NOTE: With a properly burning flame there from top and bottom of firebox bottom. will still be a certain level of sooting. It may be (Reference lower diagram Page 18) necessary to clean the glass up to 3 times during a cold season.
  • Page 15: And Parts List

    Be sure to rinse and dry the glass well as not to leave any marks. It will be necessary to clean the WARNING glass up to 3 times a season depending on use of The appliance area must be kept clear and free the fireplace.
  • Page 16: Surround And Brass Trim Assembly Instructions

    16. Surround and Brass Trim Assembly Instructions (Three Piece Surround & Picture Frame) Before attaching surround assembly, check operation of insert and installation of draft hood and chimney liner. To assemble surround attach panel (A), (B), (C), and (A1) if Picture Frame was purchased) with bolts (10/24) and star lock nuts, if optional brass panel kit was purchased install at this time over the surround kit and tighten the bolts to secure all panels.
  • Page 17: Surround Kit Parts List

    17. SURROUND KIT PARTS LIST Ref. Surround Small Surround Large Picture Frame Part Number Part Number Part Number Description Quantity 3000-301 3000-311 3000-320 Top Panel 3000-302 3000-312 3000-321 Side Panel Left 3000-303 3000-313 3000-322 Top Panel Right 3000-323 Bottom Panel 3000-304 3000-314 3000-328...
  • Page 18: Wiring Diagram - Sit Valve

    19. WIRING DIAGRAM - FOR SIT VALVE SYSTEM For units with serial number greater than 13930, see 820639 - 820640 systems. SPILL SAFETY SWITCH - Wiring Diagram Wiring diagram with Non Thermocouple Thermocouple SIT 820-639 and 820-640 True Millivolt Systems This System does not have a thermocouple SIT 820633,820634 Valves...
  • Page 19: Accessory List

    20. ACCESSORY LIST Part Number Description Surround Kit and Trim Kit - Three Piece (Required for each Insert) V25S2436B Surround Deluxe - Black VFI25 V25T2436A Trim Kit - Antique Brass V25T2436C Trim Kit - Chrome V25T2436P Trim Kit - Polish Brass (Size 24 13/16”...
  • Page 20 Log Sets (Required for each Insert) LOGC5 Log Set - Four Piece Cast Split Oak LOGF5 Log Set - Four Piece Fibre Split Oak LOGC6 Log Set - Four Piece Cast Split Oak c/w Glowing Ember Rocks Optional Accessories V25P2738A Panel Large Kit - Antique Brass (For use on V25S2738B) V25P2738C Panel Large Kit - Chrome...
  • Page 21: Replacement Parts

    21. REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR VFI25 Valve System Parts - S.I. T . SYSTEM #1 Old SIT System (If Serial Number is LESS than 25727) Part Number Description 1000-P136WR Thermopile GOAI-524 1001-P035SI Electrode Sparker 915.035 SIT 1001-P129SI Thermocouple 290.129 SIT unified 1001-P157SI Orifice Pilot LP 977.157 SIT 1001-P159SI...
  • Page 22 Miscellaneous Parts 1000-EMBER Glowing Ember and Rock Kit 1000-214 Piezo-Igniter 1000-216 On/Off Switch - for Burner 1000-255-40 Orifice Burner NG #40 (0 - 4500 ft) 1000-255-52 Orifice Burner LP #52 (0 - 4500 ft) 2000-080 thermodisc - for Automatic on/off Fan 2000-081 Fan Motor 2000-085...
  • Page 23: Lighting Instructions

    22. 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.
  • Page 24: 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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