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T H E
S A V A N N A H
S E R I E S
Vent Free Universal Firebox
model numbers VFLB32 VFLB36 VFLB42
Homeowner's Installation
and Operating Manual
Carefully review the instructions supplied
with decorative type unvented room heater
FOR USE ONLY WITH A LISTED
for the minimum fireplace size requirements
GAS-FIRED UNVENTED
DECORATIVE ROOM HEATER
NOT TO EXCEED 40,000 BTU/H.
DO NOT INSTALL AN APPLIANCE IN THIS
FIREBOX UNLESS THIS FIREBOX MEETS
DO NOT BUILD A WOOD FIRE
THE MINIMUM DIMENSIONS REQUIRED FOR
THE INSTALLATION
Installer:
Leave this manual with the appliance.
If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
Consumer:
result causing property damage, personal
Retain this manual for future reference.
injury or loss of life
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- Page 1 T H E S A V A N N A H S E R I E S Vent Free Universal Firebox model numbers VFLB32 VFLB36 VFLB42 Homeowner’s Installation and Operating Manual Carefully review the instructions supplied with decorative type unvented room heater...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
This book contains your installation instructions and should be kept in a safe place. For you to realize all the advantages and use of the reliable service that has been engineered into your Sure Heat Manufacturing fireplace, you must carefully follow all of the instructions contained in this book regarding installation and operation of the fireplace. - Page 3 Safety Information IMPORTANT 10. This unit complies with ANSI Z21.91.2001 ventless firebox enclosures for gas-fired unvented Read these instructions carefully before decorative room heaters. installing or trying to operate a vent-free gas heater in 11. Do not install heater in a bathroom or bedroom. this firebox.
- Page 4 Safety Information 19. During manufacturing, fabricating and shipping, various components of this appliance are treated with certain oils, films or bonding agents. These chemicals are not harmful but may produce annoying smoke and smells as they are burned off during the initial operation of the appliance, possibly causing headaches, or eye or lung irritation.
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Page 5: Before You Start
Before You Start Do not attempt to burn solid wood fuels, vented gas log sets, or any other combustible in this unvented firebox. Also, do not install a vent-free gas log set in this firebox if the minimum clearance and height requirements of the log set are too large for the firebox. You have purchased a vent-free firebox. -
Page 6: Hearth Dimensions
Fig. 1: Firebox Internal Dimensions Hearth Dimensions Front Width Back Width Hearth MODEL (Brick to Brick) (Back to Brick) Depth 29.5" 16" 17" VFLB32 (749 mm) (406 mm) (432mm) 33.5" 20" 17" VFLB36 (851 mm) (507 mm) (432mm) 39.5" 26" 17"... -
Page 7: Fireplace Framing Dimensions
Framing Specifications Fig. 2 VFLB 32 VFLB 36 VFLB 42 32" 36" 42" 30" 30" 30" 37" 41" 47" 3" 3" 3" 38" 38" 38" 40.15" 40.15" 40.15" 11.35" 11.35" 11.35" 20" 20" 20" 5" 5" 5" 22" 26" 32" 21.5"... -
Page 8: Installation Instructions
Installation and Instructions Locating the Fireplace Consult all local codes. All gas piping must be installed to comply with local codes, or in the absence Figure 3 shows some of the many ways your of local codes, with the latest edition of the national fireplace may be installed. -
Page 9: Drafts
Installation and Instructions An external regulator must be used on all Drafts propane/L.P.G. heaters, in addition to the regulator Do not locate the fireplace in high traffic areas or fitted to the heater, to reduce the supply tank pressure areas exposed to high drafts and winds. Locate the to 13"... -
Page 10: Clearances
Installation and Instructions Clearances To ensure a safe installation the following instructions must be carefully observed. Mantel 1. Sidewall Clearances: Clearances from the side of the fireplace opening to any combustible wall should not be less that 9". 2. Ceiling Clearances: The ceiling height should Fireplace not be less than 42"... -
Page 11: Installing The Firebox
Installation and Instructions Installing the Firebox do not alter the spacers or divert from their intended use or notch the framing in any manner. Installation must conform with local Step 5: Gas Piping and Connection codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, The gas piping must be installed in accordance ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. -
Page 12: Finishing The Fireplace
Installation and Instructions Step 6: Optional Procedure for Finishing the Fireplace Cold Climate Installations There are a wide variety of finishing materials The insulation and sealing of the enclosure around available for your fireplace from formal wall treatments the fireplace is very important in cold climates. If with marble and mantles to rustic wood paneling, stone the enclosure is insulated and sealed properly, you or brick. -
Page 13: Hearth Extension
Installation and Instructions Hearth Extension An optional hearth extension may be used, but is not required for these fireboxes. A raised hearth extension may be used as shown in Figure 10. Seal with Non-Combustible Material Hearth Install Optional Outside Air Kit Extension Hearth Brick The VAK1 Outside Air Kit can be installed to bring... - Page 14 Installation and Instructions Installation Instructions Soffit Termination Soffit Termination Determine the location of the fireplace as described in the fireplace installation manual. Then plan the location of the duct termination and the route of the duct run between the fireplace and the duct termination.
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Page 15: Replacement Parts
Servicing concerning prices and policies covering replacement Repair and replacement work should only be done parts. Parts may be ordered through your Sure Heat by a qualified service person. distributor or dealer. Always shut off the gas supply and make sure... -
Page 16: Limited Lifetime Warranty
This warranty is expressly in lieu of other warranties, express or implied, including the warranty of the merchantability of fitness for the purpose and of all other obligations or liabilities. Sure Heat Mfg. Co. does not assume for it any other obli- gations or liabilities in connection with the sale or use of the appliance.
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