Empire Comfort Systems VFLL38FP Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Unvented gas fireplace contemporary linear vent-free fireplace

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CONTEMPORARY LINEAR
VENT-FREE FIREPLACE
Installer:
Leave this manual with the appliance.
Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING: If the information in these instructions
are not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing 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 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 supplier'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 sup-
plier.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER'S MANUAL
UNVENTED
GAS FIREPLACE
MODELS
VFLL38FP(3,9)0L(N,P)-1
VFLL48FP(3,9)0L(N,P)-1
GAS-FIRED
UL FILE NO. MH46389
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 pages 16 and 17.
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 16.
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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER'S MANUAL UNVENTED CONTEMPORARY LINEAR GAS FIREPLACE VENT-FREE FIREPLACE MODELS VFLL38FP(3,9)0L(N,P)-1 VFLL48FP(3,9)0L(N,P)-1 GAS-FIRED UL FILE NO. MH46389 This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket, permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home, Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance. where not prohibited by local codes. Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    PROFLAME - IP CONTROL SYSTEM ................31-36 IP OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..................37 IP WIRING .......................... 38 IP TROUBLESHOOTING ....................39-41 VFLL38FP(3,9) PARTS LIST ....................42 VFLL38FP(3,9) EXPLODED VIEW ..................43 VFLL48FP(3,9) PARTS LIST ....................44 VFLL48FP(3,9) EXPLODED VIEW ..................45 WARRANTY ........................46 MASTER PARTS DISTRIBUTOR LIST ................
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will • WARNING! This fireplace needs fresh air for ventilation to result in death or serious injury. run properly. This fireplace has an ODS (oxygen depletion sensor) which will shut down the heater if adequate fresh air is WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, not available. See troubleshooting section in the instructions.
  • 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 SOME POINTS TO REMEMBER and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and • Learn to recognize the odor of LP-gas. Your local LP-Gas colorless. You may not know all the following safety precautions Dealer can give you a “Scratch and Sniff” pamphlet. Use it to which can protect both you and your family from an accident.
  • Page 5: Important Installation Guidelines

    IMPORTANT INSTALLATION GUIDELINES Proper Primary Airflow into Burner For proper burner operation and flame appearance, the flow of primary air into the venturi tube, located on the rear of the burner, must not be reduced. This flow of air is reduced if dirt, lint or other obstructions build-up around or inside the venturi.
  • Page 6: Introduction

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

    ACCESSORIES Accessories for VFLL(38,48)FP30 (Millivolt) Models Remote Control Description Accessories FRBTC Battery Operated Remote Control with Thermostat FRBTP Battery Operated Programmable Remote Control Remote Wall Thermostat (Wireless) OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Part Number Description VFLL38 VFLL48 DF38EHPBL Decorative Front, Eastgate - Black and Pewter DF38WHP DF48WHP Decorative Front, Tidewater - Pewter...
  • Page 8: Fireplace Dimensions

    Gas supply piping (left side entrance). • Proper opening size of fireplace required for installation of • Electrical connections - for optional light kit the fireplace insert. VF FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS (in inches) MODEL VFLL38FP 43-1/4 12-1/16 38-1/4 41-5/8 11-15/32 10-15/16 15/16...
  • Page 9: Framing & Mounting Bracket Installation

    FRAMING & MOUNTING BRACKET INSTALLATION NOTE: You must use the framing and middle mounting brack- ets that are supplied with the fireplace. The brackets are shipped under the burner cover, inside the fireplace. Locate the three steel middle mounting brackets under the burner cover. See Figure 2. Figure 5 Figure 2 Figure 6 The brackets have a perforation located on each end. Bend them at the perforation.
  • Page 10: Junction Box Wiring Installation

    JUNCTION BOX WIRING INSTALLATION CAUTION: ALL WIRING SHOULD BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED To access and install the junction box and wiring, begin by ELECTRICIAN AND SHALL BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL removing the burner cover. Lift it straight up off of the burner LOCAL, CITY AND STATE BUILDING CODES. BEFORE MAK- and set aside.
  • Page 11: Junction Box Wiring Installation

    JUNCTION BOX WIRING INSTALLATION Lift the complete burner and valve assembly upward, then turn it sideways in fireplace opening to gain easy access to the junction box. See Figure 13. You may remove the complete burner and valve assembly as shown in Figure 12. Figure 15 If only installing the LK5 Accent Light kit, then remove the 7/8”...
  • Page 12: Gas Supply

    GAS SUPPLY The gas pipeline can be brought in through the right or left side of When using copper or flex connector use only approved fittings. the appliance. The insert has a Flexline with shutoff valve located on The appliance and it’s individual shut off valve must be disconnected the left side when facing the unit.
  • Page 13: Clearances

    CLEARANCES Note: Combustible material is allowed outside of the non-com- Note: Combustible material is allowed below a fireplace viewing bustible board and outside of the unit boundaries. area opening and outside the non-combustible board. Figure 19a Figure 19b Television Considerations Installing a television above a fireplace has become increasingly popular;...
  • Page 14: Fireplace Installation

    FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Built-In Fireplace Installation Check gas lines for leaks. Built-in installation of this fireplace involves installing the fireplace For VFLL(38,48)FP90 plug power adapter to junction box. into a framed-in enclosure. This makes the front of the fireplace Place batteries in receiver boxes and remotes using instruc- flush with a wall or the front of the fireplace window flush with a tions provided.
  • Page 15 Rough Opening for Installing in Wall (Built-In) Rough Opening for Installing in Corner (Built-In) Figure 24 Figure 22 Rough Opening for Elevated Installation (Built-In) Figure 23 TABLE 1 - MINIMUM DIMENSIONS (in inches) FOR FIGURES 22, 23 & 24 VFLL38FP 13-3/4 43-1/2 35-1/4 48-13/16 34-1/2 VFLL48FP...
  • Page 16: 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 17 PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR (continued) The space in the above example is a confined space because the Ventilation Air From Outdoors actual BTU/Hr used is more than the maximum BTU/HR the space Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts. You must can support.
  • Page 18: Combustible Materials

    COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS Combustible Material Television Considerations Do not attach combustible material to the mantel of your fireplace. Installing a television above a fireplace has become increasingly This is a fire hazard. popular; however, the area above any fireplace gets hot and most TV manufacturers recommend against placing their products near a heat source.
  • Page 19: Cleaning And Servicing

    CLEANING AND SERVICING Cleaning and Pilot Maintenance WARNING Oxygen Depletion Sensor Pilot When the pilot has a large yellow tip flame, clean the Oxygen Never use needles, wires, or similar cylindrical objects to Depletion Sensor as follows: clean the pilot to avoid damaging the calibrated ruby that controls the gas flow. Clean the ODS pilot by loosening nut B from the pilot tubing. When this procedure is required, grasp nut A with an open end If intermittent pilot unit stops working, clean flame sesonr C wrench.
  • Page 20: Decorative Accessory Installation

    DECORATIVE ACCESSORY INSTALLATION INSTALLATION WARNING Remove glass front from fireplace by lifting the glass front Failure to position the parts in accordance with the dia- up, sliding it to the right, and then carefully angle left side out grams and instructions below or failure to use only parts of the slots.
  • Page 21 Apply the accessory decorative media to the shaded area only. Replace the glass front into the fireplace by placing the right See Figure 36. Use enough to cover the floor of the fireplace, side into the slots in the firebox. Carefully angle in the left side but do not allow the media to reach higher than the flange sur- of the glass and then slide the glass to the left.
  • Page 22: 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 causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by department. hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control exactly.
  • Page 23: Ip Lighting Instructions

    IP 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. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When C.
  • Page 24: Pilot Flame Characteristics

    PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS Figures 41 and 43 show a correct pilot flame pattern. The correct IGNITOR flame will be blue and will extend beyond the thermocouple. The flame will surround the thermocouple just below the tip. A slight SENSOR yellow flame may occur where the pilot flame and main burner flame meet.
  • Page 25: Operation Instructions/Flame Appearance

    OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS/FLAME APPEARANCE Flames from the pilot (front center of burner) as well as the main During manufacturing, fabricating and shipping, various components flame should be visually checked as the fireplace is installed. of this appliance are treated with certain oils, films or bonding agents. These chemicals are not harmful, but may produce annoying smoke In normal operation at full rate after 10 to 15 minutes, the flame and smells as they are burned off during the initial operation of the...
  • Page 26: Millivolt Wiring

    MILLIVOLT WIRING Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring Remote Receiver errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper Use the following steps to place the remote receiver adjacent to operation after servicing. the gas valve. Attention: The remote receiver bracket is not used in this Millivolt thermopile is self powered, gas valve does not require 110 installation.
  • Page 27: Frbc - Millivolt Control System

    FRBC - MILLIVOLT CONTROL SYSTEM INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IF YOU CANNOT READ OR UNDERSTAND THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL OR OPERATE INTRODUCTION REMOTE RECEIVER This remote control system was developed to provide safe, reli- able, and user-friendly remote control system for gas heating ap- pliances.
  • Page 28 FRBC - MILLIVOLT CONTROL SYSTEM WIRING INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION A qualified electrician or a gas technician who is familiar with the gas appliance and gas valves that will be operated by this remote WARNING should install the remote control system. Incorrect wiring connec- This remote control system must be installed exactly as outlined tions WILL cause damage to the gas valve or electronic module in these instructions.
  • Page 29: Frbc - Millivolt Control System

    FRBC - MILLIVOLT CONTROL SYSTEM GENERAL INFORMATION RECEIVER ADJUSTMENT – RECOMMENDED ADJUSTMENT NOTE: The slide button, White or Black, covers the ADJ MATCHING SECURITY CODES access hole when installed. Each transmitter can use one of 255 unique security codes. It To adjust at the receiver, use a small slotted screwdriver.
  • Page 30: Millivolt Troubleshooting

    MILLIVOLT TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS, POSSIBLE CAUSES AND CORRECTIONS 1. When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/ 7. O DS/pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is pilot. released. a. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong - Replace pilot. a. Control knob not fully pressed in - Press in control knob b.
  • Page 31: Proflame - Ip Control System

    PROFLAME - IP CONTROL SYSTEM Technical Data WARNING Remote Control FIRE HAZARD. CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH. Supply voltage 4.5 V (three 1.5 V AAA batteries) THE RECEIVER CAUSES IGNITION OF THE APPLIANCE. THE APPLIANCE CAN TURN ON SUDDENLY. KEEP AWAY Ambient temperature 0-50°C (32 - 122°F) FROM THE APPLIANCE BURNER WHEN OPERATING THE...
  • Page 32 PROFLAME - IP CONTROL SYSTEM TRANSMITTER (REMOTE CONTROL WITH LCD DISPLAY) RECEIVER The Proflame Transmitter uses a streamline design with a simple The Proflame Receiver (Figures 52a and 52b) connects directly button layout and informative LCD display (Figure 50). to the gas valve and stepper motor with a wiring harness. The The Transmitter is powered by 3 AAA type batteries.
  • Page 33 PROFLAME - IP CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATING PROCEDURE Turn on the Appliance Initializing the System for the first time Press the ON/OFF Key on the Transmitter. The Transmitter dis- Install the 4 AA batteries into the receiver battery bay. Note the play will show all active Icons on the screen. At the same time polarity of battery and insert into the battery bay as indicated on the Receiver connects the thermopile to the gas valve millivolt coil the Battery cover (+/-).
  • Page 34 PROFLAME - IP CONTROL SYSTEM Remote Flame Control The Proflame GTM has six (6) flame levels. With the system on, and the flame level at the maximum in the appliance, pressing the Down Arrow Key once will reduce the flame height by one step until the flame is turned off.
  • Page 35 PROFLAME - IP CONTROL SYSTEM ROOM THERMOSTAT ( Transmitter Operation) Smart Thermostat (Transmitter Operation) The Remote Control can operate as a room thermostat. The ther- The Smart Thermostat function adjusts the flame height in accor- mostat can be set to a desired temperature to control the comfort dance to the difference between the set point temperature and the level in a room.
  • Page 36 PROFLAME - IP CONTROL SYSTEM KEY LOCK Receiver This function will lock the keys to avoid unsupervised operation. The life span of the Receiver batteries depends on various factors: To activate this function, press the MODE and the UP Arrow Key at quality of the batteries used, the number of ignitions of the appli- the same time (Figure 63).
  • Page 37: Ip Operating Instructions

    IP OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5.25 VDC ELECTRONIC CONTROL VALVE Follow the SAFETY and LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS for In- termittent Pilot controls found in this manual, and on labels The electronic control valve system includes the ability to switch found in the control compartment located in the lower cavity the pilot from a standing pilot mode to an intermittent pilot mode.
  • Page 38: Ip Wiring

    IP WIRING If any of the original wire as supplied with this unit must be replaced, it must be replaced with equivalent gauge and temperature rated wire. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate and may be installed in an aftermarket, permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home where not prohibited by local codes.
  • Page 39: Ip Troubleshooting

    IP TROUBLESHOOTING Brief Description of the Components Troubleshooting The Digital Fireplace Control (DFC) is an automatic gas ignition Before proceeding with the procedures in the following trouble- system based on a single micro-controller core. This control man- shooting table, verify that the power supply (AC/DC adapter) is ages all functions related to ignition, flame sensing and supervi- present and that the batteries inside the receiver and/or optional sion for atmospheric applications.
  • Page 40 IP TROUBLESHOOTING If the DFC giving signal lock out: Verify the electrical connections’ integrity and The board should be unlocked to make sure they are in accordance with the relevant reinitiate a pilot flame ignition (for Is the DFC board in system wiring diagram.
  • Page 41: Ip Troubleshooting

    IP TROUBLESHOOTING Replace DFC board. Main burner lights when the pilot only Replace the gas valve. should light. Verify the pilot flame fully engulfs the tip of the sense electrode. If not replace the pilot assembly. Replace the pilot assembly. Carefully clean the electrical connections of the sense cable, and the DFC board sense cable connection.
  • Page 42: Vfll38Fp(3,9) Parts List

    VFLL38FP(3,9) PARTS LIST VFLL38FP3 VFLL38FP9 INDEX PART INDEX PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 30378 INNER FIREBOX TOP ASSEMBLY 30378 INNER FIREBOX TOP ASSEMBLY BRACKET (USED AS GLASS RE- BRACKET (USED AS GLASS RE- DV612 DV612 TAINER) TAINER) 30291 ACCENT LIGHT COVER PLATE...
  • Page 43: Vfll38Fp(3,9) Exploded View

    VFLL38FP(3,9) EXPLODED VIEW 32707-8-0714 Page 43...
  • Page 44: Vfll48Fp(3,9) Parts List

    VFLL48FP(3,9) PARTS LIST VFLL48FP3 VFLL48FP9 INDEX PART INDEX PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 32662 INNER FIREBOX TOP ASSEMBLY 32662 INNER FIREBOX TOP ASSEMBLY BRACKET (USED AS GLASS RE- BRACKET (USED AS GLASS RE- DV612 DV612 TAINER) TAINER) 30291 ACCENT LIGHT COVER PLATE 30291 ACCENT LIGHT COVER PLATE R11746...
  • Page 45: Vfll48Fp(3,9) Exploded View

    VFLL48FP(3,9) EXPLODED VIEW 32707-8-0714 Page 45...
  • Page 46: Warranty

    WARRANTY Empire Comfort Systems Inc. warranties this hearth product to be free from defects at the time of purchase and for the pe- riods specified 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.
  • Page 47: Master Parts Distributor List

    This list changes from time to time. 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. W. Webb Company...
  • Page 48 Empire Comfort Systems Inc. 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. www.empirecomfort.com Page 48 32707-8-0714...

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