American Hearth AVFP24FP2 Series Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

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Vent-Free Gas Fireplaces
This appliance may be installed in an aftermar-
ket, 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.
WARNING: If the information in these instruc-
tions are not followed exactly, a fire or explo-
sion may result causing property damage,
personal injury or loss of life.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable 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 sup-
plier'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 supplier.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

OWNER'S MANUAL
AND
UNVENTED GAS FIREPLACE
HYDRAULIC THERMOSTAT
MODELS:
AVFP24FP2(0,1,2,3)L(N,P)-1
MILLIVOLT MODELS:
AVFP24FP3(0,1,2,3)L(N,P)-1
AVFP24FP3(0,1,2,3)L10(N,P)-1
(10,000 BTU UNIT)
Installer:
Leave this manual with the appli-
ance.
Consumer: Retain this manual for future refer-
ence.
This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air
(oxygen) from the room in which it is installed.
Provisions for adequate combustion and ventila-
tion air must be provided. Refer to page 6.
WARNING: If not installed, operated and main-
tained 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 approxi-
mately one (1) ounce (30ml) of water for every
1,000 BTU's (.3KW's) of gas input per hour. Refer
to page 6.
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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS OWNER'S MANUAL UNVENTED GAS FIREPLACE Vent-Free Gas Fireplaces HYDRAULIC THERMOSTAT MODELS: AVFP24FP2(0,1,2,3)L(N,P)-1 MILLIVOLT MODELS: AVFP24FP3(0,1,2,3)L(N,P)-1 AVFP24FP3(0,1,2,3)L10(N,P)-1 (10,000 BTU UNIT) This appliance may be installed in an aftermar- ket, 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.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Important Safety Information ....................3 Safety Information for Users of LP Gas ..................4 Introduction ..........................5 Specifications ..........................6 Water Vapor: A By-Product of Unvented Room Heaters ............6 Provisions for Adequate Combustion and Ventilation Air ............6-7 Gas Supply ..........................
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION THIS IS A HEATING APPLIANCE the fireplace and to replace any part of the control system DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not and any gas control which has been under water. avoided, will result in death or serious injury. •...
  • 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 with the members of your household. Someday when there and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and may not be a minute to lose, everyone's safety will depend colorless.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Instructions to Installer Unvented Room Heater and should be installed according to these 1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after instructions. installation. Any alteration of the original design, installed other than as 2. Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card supplied shown in these instructions or use with a type of gas not with unvented room heater.
  • Page 6: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Accessories Model AVFP24FP3*L AVFP24FP2*L AVFP24FP3*L10 FBB6 Automatic Blower Input Max. 20,000 20,000 10,000 VPP1A-22 Aged Brick Liner Min. 14,000 10,000 10,000 VFF24BR-1 Brass Trim Kit Fireplace Dimensions VFF24SS-1 Stainless Steel Trim Kit Height 26 3/8" 26 3/8" 26 3/8" VFF24HP-1 Hammered Pewter Trim Kit Depth...
  • Page 7 3. Add the BTU/Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space. Vent-free heater BTU/Hr Gas water heater BTU/Hr Gas furnace BTU/Hr Vented gas heater BTU/Hr Gas fireplace logs BTU/Hr Other gas appliances* + BTU/Hr Total BTU/Hr Example: Vented gas heater 20,000 BTU/Hr Vent-free heater...
  • Page 8: Gas Supply

    GAS SUPPLY any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test Check all local codes for requirements, especially for the size and pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa). type of gas supply line required. Recommended Gas Pipe Diameter Pipe Length Schedule 40 Pipe...
  • Page 9: Clearances

    CLEARANCES Figure 5 Minimum Wall and Ceiling Clearances 30” (762mm) Figure 4 This fireplace can be installed with zero (0") clearance to combustible material. When facing the front of the appliance the minimum clearances to combustible construction (material) are the following: Clearances from the right side or left side of the fireplace opening to any combustible wall or material should not be less than 4 inches.
  • Page 10: Installation Of Fireplace Into Mantel

    INSTALLATION OF FIREPLACE INTO MANTEL Position base approximately 5" from wall surface. Installing Fireplace in Mantel Attach nailing flange to fireplace top with two (2) 10 x 1/2" screws. Place fireplace on top of base. Gas line connections must be made at this time. When facing the fireplace the gas supply will enter on right-hand side.
  • Page 11: Built-In Fireplace Installation

    BUILT-IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Built-In Fireplace Installation Rough Opening for Installing in Corner Built-in installation of this fireplace involves installing fireplace into a framed-in enclosure. This makes the front of fireplace flush with wall. If installing a mantel above the fireplace, you must follow the clearances shown in Figure 5, page 9.
  • Page 12: Log Placement

    LOG PLACEMENT 1. Place rear (A) log onto two (2) pins on rear log support. 2. Place left, front (B) log onto two (2) left, front pins on burner pan. 3. Place right, front (C) log onto two (2) right, front pins on burner pan.
  • Page 13: For Your Safety Read Before Lighting

    MILLIVOLT CONTROLS 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 C.
  • Page 14: Hydraulic Thermostat Lighting Instructions

    HYDRAULIC THERMOSTAT MODELS 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 C.
  • Page 15: Pilot Flame Characteristics

    PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS Figures 14 and 16 show a correct pilot flame pattern. The correct flame will be blue and will extend beyond the thermocouple. The flame will surround the thermocouple just below the tip. A slight yellow flame may occur where the pilot flame and main burner flame meet. Figures 15 and 17 show an incorrect pilot flame pattern.
  • Page 16: Main Burner And Thermostat Operation

    Figure 19 controls the gas flow. MAIN BURNER AND THERMOSTAT OPERATION The AVFP24FP2 Series gas control maximum and minimum Cleaning and Maintenance / Main Burner inputs are listed below. WARNING OFF is the OFF position.
  • Page 17: Wiring

    WIRING Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring the gas valve. errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper Attention: The remote receiver bracket is not used in this operation after servicing. installation. 1. The remote receiver can not be placed behind the gas valve Millivolt thermopile is self powered, gas valve does not require 110 and burner assembly.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS, POSSIBLE CAUSES AND CORRECTIONS Turn appliance OFF and allow to cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair the heater. When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/ Manual Shutoff valve not fully open - Fully open manual pilot.
  • Page 19: Parts List

    PARTS LIST ATTENTION: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. INDEX PART INDEX PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION COMMON AVFP24FP30L and AVFP24FP30L10 25897 TRIM - TOP R3623 PILOT ASSEMBLY - LPG 25895 TRIM - LEFT R3624 PILOT ASSEMBLY - NAT 25896...
  • Page 20: Parts View

    PARTS VIEW 34 33 AVFP24FP3 Series AVFP24FP2 Series Page 20 25823-3-0411...
  • Page 21: Optional Brick Liner Installation Instructions

    OPTIONAL BRICK LINER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS VPP1A-22 For Unvented Gas Fireplace Models AVFP24FP20L, AVFP24FP30L, & AVFP24FP30L10 INSTALLING OPTIONAL BRICK LINER Remove screen assembly from fireplace. Remove logs from burner assembly. Insert rear brick liner and (2) side brick liners onto bottom of the inner casing.
  • Page 22: Optional Blower Installation Instructions

    OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FBB6 for Unvented Gas Fireplace INSTALLING OPTIONAL BLOWER VFS-BK Insert blower assembly in left side of outer casing. Motor with wiring will be to the inside of the outer casing, blower chute Remove bottom louver. will be facing upward. See Figure 25. Remove upper louver.
  • Page 23 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 14. Place blower shield side adjacent to motor. Route blower 25. Position blower shield beneath left flange on burner assembly. motor wires through Heyco bushing on blower shield side. Align clearance hole on left flange of burner assembly with See Figure 27.
  • Page 24 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) 30. Attach rear log support to inner casing with three (3) Wiring 10 x 1/2" screws from step 4. The appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in 31. Place and align blower diverter on top of inner casing. Attach accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, deflector to top of inner casing with two (2) 10 x 1/2"...
  • Page 25 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) FBB6 PARTS LIST Index Part Description Number 11508 FAN CONTROL BRACKET R2503 FAN CONTROL 11301 BLOWER DIVERTER R2099 CORD SET R1410 STRAIN RELIEF BUSHING 25794 BLOWER BASE ASSEMBLY R2804A BLOWER ASSEMBLY R5804 WIRE HARNESS R1404 SNAP BUSHING 11507 BLOWER SHIELD - SIDE...
  • Page 26: Parts List And Parts View For Optional Trim Kits

    PARTS LIST AND PARTS VIEW FOR OPTIONAL TRIM KITS Attention: When ordering parts, it is very important that the part number and description coincide. Index Number Part Number Description VFF24BR Brass Trim Kit 25974 Trim Top 25972 Trim Left 25973 Trim Right VFF24SS Stainless Steel Trim Kit 25982...
  • Page 27: Master Parts Distributor List

    MASTER PARTS DISTRIBUTOR LIST To Order Parts Under Warranty, please contact your local Empire dealer. See the dealer locator at www.empirecomfort. com. To provide warranty service, your dealer will need your name and address, purchase date and serial number, and the nature of the problem with the unit.
  • Page 28 A Registered Trademark of 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.americanhearth.com Page 28 25823-3-0411...

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