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VFI Series Vent Free Gas Fireplace
Installation and Operating Instructions
Models: VFI33L(N/P)(V/I), VFI33C(N/P)(V/I)
WARNING: If the information in this
manual is not followed exactly, a fi re or
explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or loss of life.
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Do not store or use gasoline or other
fl ammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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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.
– Leave the building immediately.
– 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 fi re department.
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Installation and service must be performed
by a qualifi ed installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
This is an unvented gas-fi red heater. It uses air
(oxygen) from the room in which it is installed.
Provisions for adequate combustion and ventil-
ation air must be provided. Refer to Page 7.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future
reference.
20307670 5/15 Rev. 1
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Page 1: Installation And Operating Instructions
VFI Series Vent Free Gas Fireplace Installation and Operating Instructions Models: VFI33L(N/P)(V/I), VFI33C(N/P)(V/I) WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. •... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System CONTENTS Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Vermont Castings Group Fireplace. PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION OWNER INSTALLER Please retain these instructions for future reference. Please leave these instructions with the appliance. WARNING: • Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous. • Improper installation or use of the heater can cause serious injury or death from fi re, burns, explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning. -
Page 4: Codes
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION The initial break-in operation should last four hours THIS APPLIANCE MAY BE INSTALLED IN AN with the burner at the highest setting. Provide maxi- AFTER-MARKET, PERMANENTLY LOCATED, mum ventilation by opening windows or doors to allow MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOME, WHERE odors to dissipate. -
Page 5: Product Features
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System PRODUCT FEATURES GAS SPECIFICATIONS & ORIFICE SIZE VFI33 CONTROLS MAX. INPUT MIN. INPUT ORIFICE MODEL FUEL CONTROL (BTU/h) (BTU/h) SIZE Surround VFI33LNV NAT. Millivolt 28,000 19,000 VFI33LPV Millivolt 27,000 22,000 VFI33CNV NAT. Millivolt 28,000 19,000... -
Page 6: Framing Dimensions
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System FRAMING DIMENSIONS Cold Climate Switch Master Switch Figure 2 - Cold Climate Option mode (as it comes from the factory), your pilot remains To remedy this issue, your fi replace has been designed with unlit until needed, saving you fuel. -
Page 7: Pre-Installation Information
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION FRAMING DIMENSIONS The millivolt controlled version of this heater is the only style designed to be operated with optional devices for If unit is to be “built in,” fi replace framing can be built before ON/OFF functions. -
Page 8: Clearances And Height Requirements
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System CLEARANCE and HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS WARNING: The dimensions shown in Figures 4 and 5 and defi ned in the fi replace 3 / 4 manufacturer's instructions are minimum clearances to maintain when installing this heater. Left and right clearances are determined when facing the front of the heater. -
Page 9: Clearances
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System CLEARANCES HEAT RESISTANT MATERIAL (MINIMUM Figure 8 is an example of an unsafe mantel installation. The mantel projects 4" at 8" above the opening, exceed- REQUIREMENTS) WITH NO WOODEN MANTEL ing the maximum acceptable distance of 2 ⁄... -
Page 10: Clearances And Installation
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System CLEARANCES and INSTALLATION INSTALL CANOPY The gas log heater must be installed at least 5" above any combustible fl ooring material, such as carpeting or 1. Remove the fi replace screen as described in the previ- tile, which is closer than 14"... -
Page 11: Installation
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System INSTALLATION SECURE HEATER TO FLOOR 2. Lift grate and base assembly out of the fi rebox. NOTE: Clearance requirements as detailed in “Clearances 3. Secure the fi rebox with two anchoring screws ( ⁄ "... -
Page 12: Connect Gas Line
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System CONNECT GAS LINE CONNECTING THE GAS LINE WARNING: Connecting directly to an unregulated propane/LPG tank can NOTICE: A qualifi ed gas appliance installer must connect cause an explosion the heater to the gas supply. Consult all local codes. WARNING: Use new black iron or To reach factory installed fl... -
Page 13: Gas Pressure - Millivolt
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System GAS PRESSURE — MILLIVOLT CHECKING GAS PRESSURE: MILLIVOLT CONTROL Figure 17 The valve regulator controls the burner pressure which should be checked at the pressure test point. Turn captured screw counter clockwise two or three turns and then place tubing to pressure gauge over test point (Use test point “OUT”... -
Page 14: Electrical Wiring - Millivolt
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System ELECTRICAL WIRING — MILLIVOLT ODS Pilot On/Off Switch Field Installed Optional Pilot Wall Switch or Remote Receiver Valve On/Off Switch Spade Terminal TH = 3 TP = 1 TP/TH = 2 Switch Figure 18 - Wiring Diagram WARNING: Label all wires prior to WARNING: Do NOT connect wall... -
Page 15: Connect Remote Receiver
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System ELECTRICAL WIRING — MILLIVOLT CONNECT REMOTE RECEIVER THESE INSTRUCTIONS SUPERCEDE THE SECTION ENTITLED “HEARTH MOUNT” IN THE MILLIVOLT HAND-HELD REMOTE INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED WITH THE REMOTE. Figure 19 1. Remove bottom control door. 2. Connect the remote connector wires located in the unit to the remote receiver. -
Page 16: Operating Instructions - Millivolt
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – MILLIVOLT FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instruction exactly, a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. -
Page 17: Lighting Pilot
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS — MILLIVOLT LIGHTING PILOT FOR THE FIRST TIME APPROVED LEAK TESTING METHOD You may check for gas leaks with the following methods only: • Soap and water solution • An approved leak testing spray •... -
Page 18: Lighting Burner
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – MILLIVOLT LIGHTING BURNER LIGHTING THE BURNER Depress and turn the knob counterclockwise to the “ON” position. It will take less than four (4) seconds for the burner to ignite. MAIN BURNER SWITCH This switch allows you to turn on and to turn off the main burner without using the gas valve knob. -
Page 19: Gas Pressure And Electrical Installation - Ipi
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System GAS PRESSURE & ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION — IPI CHECK GAS PRESSURE – IPI WARNING: Electrical connections 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as should only be performed by a stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply qualifi... -
Page 20: Wall Switch Installation
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION – IPI WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION board. Run wire to desired location on wall. Up to 50 feet of 18 gauge wire may be used if necessary. Attach wires The wall switch wire connection is located off the wire to wall switch. -
Page 21: Operating Instructions - Ipi
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – IPI FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of lie. A. -
Page 22: Ecologic Control
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – IPI OPERATIONS AND INDICATIONS Cold RF Learn Climate Button Switch Master Switch System Set Up Chart NOTE: When using ON/OFF wall switch, the master switch, located in bottom of fi replace must be in the ON position to perform all confi... -
Page 23: Electrical Wiring - Fan
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System ELECTRICAL WIRING – FAN WARNING: This fi replace has a three- WARNING: Never attempt to service prong, grounded electrical plug. This heater while it is plugged in, operating, plug helps protect you against electrical or hot. -
Page 24: Log Placement
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System LOG PLACEMENT CAST IRON GRATE INSTALLATION WARNING: The positioning of the Install the cast iron grate by inserting screw head on back logs is critical to the safe and clean of right side of grate into the “I” shaped slot on front right operation of this heater. -
Page 25: Rock Wool Placement
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System LOG PLACEMENT ROCK WOOL PLACEMENT 2. Place front right log (#2) on right pin located on burner and right grate bar. Figure 27. Slide log #1 forward so Before installing logs, place rock wool in dime size pieces that it is tight against log #2. -
Page 26: Place The Decorative Rock
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System LOG PLACEMENT 5. Place left front log (#5) on left pin located on burner and Right Top Left Top left grate bar. Rest top right portion of log on right front Log #8 Log #7 log. -
Page 27: Highland Oak Logs
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System LOG PLACEMENT INSTALL 18", (F,R) HIGHLAND OAK LOGS ON NAT- Right Rear Log #3 URAL BLAZE BURNER (AVAILABLE FOR MAJESTIC SYSTEMS ONLY) 1. Place the #1 log (the “chunk”) on the grate bar right side of the burner adjacent to the controls. -
Page 28: Place The Decorative Rock
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System LOG PLACEMENT LOG PLACEMENT 6. Place top left log (#6) on left rear log (#4) and left front PLACE THE DECORATIVE ROCK log (#5) using locating grooves on bottom of #6 and Optional volcanic rock may be placed around the unit on locating blocks on logs #4 and #5. -
Page 29: Kentucky Wildwood Logs
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System LOG PLACEMENT LOG PLACEMENT KENTUCKY WILDWOOD KW18-R, 4. Place bottom front left log #4 on left pin located on burner and left grate bar. KW24-R AND KW30-R LOGS PLACEMENT (AVAILABLE FOR MONESSEN AND MAJESTIC SYSTEMS) 1. -
Page 30: Flame Appearance And Operating Instructions
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System FLAME APPEARANCE & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Place top right log #7 on the two (2) pins located on log #2 and log #1. Thermocouple for Natural Log #7 Thermocouple for LP Figure 48 - Incorrect Appearance of Pilot Flame Figure 46 THERMOSTAT AND MILLIVOLT CONTROL In normal operation at full rate after 15 minutes, the follow-... -
Page 31: For Your Safety Read Before Lighting
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instruction exactly, a fi re or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance is equipped with a piezo ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. If the piezo is not working properly see Match Lighting Instructions on Page 24. -
Page 32: Millivolt/Thermostat Control Lighting Instructions
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MILLIVOLT/THERMOSTAT CONTROL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read the safety information label. 2. Make sure the manual shutoff valve is fully open. 3. This gas log set is equipped with an ignition device (piezo) which automatically lights the pilot. If piezo ignitor does not light the pilot, refer to instructions for “Match Lighting Instructions,”... -
Page 33: Match Lighting Instructions
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MATCH LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Remove any items necessary for easy access to the pilot (for example: logs, screens, etc.). 2. Follow appropriate lighting instructions found previously. Instead of pushing and releasing the piezo button, light a match and hold the fl... -
Page 34: Cleaning And Servicing
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System CLEANING AND SERVICING WARNING: Turn off heater and allow to cool before cleaning. Disconnect electrical power before cleaning or servicing. PERIODIC CLEANING— ANNUAL CLEANING/INSPECTION— Refer to parts diagram for location of items discussed Refer to parts diagram for location of items discussed below. -
Page 35: Troubleshooting
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn appliance OFF and allow to cool before servicing. Only a qualifi ed service person should service and repair the heater. NOTE: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION When ignitor button is pressed,... - Page 36 VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System TROUBLESHOOTING OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION ODS/pilot lights, but flame 1. Control knob not fully pressed in. 1. Press in control knob fully. goes out when control knob is 2. Control knob not pressed in long 2.
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Page 37: Replacement Parts
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System REPLACEMENT PARTS FIREBOX ASSEMBLY REFERENCE NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. REPLACEMENT PART NO. Screen Assembly 20306285 Canopy Assembly 20307546 Lower Control Panel 20306484 Left Firebrick 20307263 Center Firebrick 20307264 Right Firebrick 20307262 SURROUND 33" x 43" Small Black Surround VFICFSS 36"... -
Page 38: Millivolt Burner Assembly
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System REPLACEMENT PARTS MILLIVOLT BURNER ASSEMBLY CONTEMPORARY TRADITIONAL BURNER BURNER DESCRIPTION VFI33CNV VFI33CPV VFI33LNV VFI33LPV On/Off Switch 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 Piezo Ignitor 14D0503 14D0503 14D0503 14D0503 ODS Pilot Assembly 14D0473 14D0477 14D0473 14D0477 Piezo Wire... -
Page 39: Ipi Burner Assembly
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System REPLACEMENT PARTS IPI BURNER ASSEMBLY CONTEMPORARY TRADITIONAL BURNER BURNER DESCRIPTION VFI33CNI VFI33CPI VFI33LNI VFI33LPI Cold Climate Switch 95E0111 95E0111 95E0111 95E0111 On/Off Switch 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 Gas Valve 95E0101 95E0102 95E0101 95E0102 Control Box 95E0100 95E0100 95E0100... -
Page 40: Berkley Oak Logs
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR MONESSEN BRANDED SYSTEMS: (BENEATH #8) BERKLEY OAK REFRACTORY LOGS REF. DESCRIPTION QUANTITY BO18-R BO18-F Ember Chunk 81D0110 81D0109 Right Front Log 81D0059 81D0083 Right Rear Log 81D0060 81D0084 Left Rear Log 81D0061 81D0085 Left Front Log... -
Page 41: Highland Oak Logs
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR MAJESTIC BRANDED SYSTEMS: (BENEATH #7) HIGHLAND OAK REFRACTORY LOGS REF. DESCRIPTION QUANTITY HO18-R HO18-F Ember Chunk 81D0110 81D0109 Right Front Log 81D0011 81D0035 Right Rear Log 81D0012 81D0036 Left Rear Log 81D0013 81D0037 Left Front Log... -
Page 42: Kentucky Wildwood Logs
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR MONESSEN OR MAJESTIC BRANDED SYSTEMS: KENTUCKY WILDWOOD REFRACTORY LOGS REF DESCRIPTION QUANTITY KW18-R Bottom front right log, #1 20305902 Bottom rear right log, #2 20305903 Bottom rear left log, #3 20305904 Bottom front left log, #4 20305905 Center left log, #5... -
Page 43: Warranty
This warranty is expressly in lieu of other warranties, express or implied, including the warranty of merchantability of fi tness for purpose and of all other obligations or liabilities. Vermont Castings Group does not assume for it any other obligations or liability in connection with the sale or use of the appliance. In states that do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or do not allow exclusion of indirect damages, those limitations of exclusions may not apply to you. - Page 44 149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361 www.vermontcastingsgroup.com...
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