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Martin VFCS20SNV Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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UNVENTED GAS
CAST IRON STOVE
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
VFCS20SNV VFCS30SNV
VFCS20SPV VFCS30SPV
Natural Gas or
Propane/LPG
Milli-Volt Control
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 (oxygen) from the room
in which it is installed. Provisions for
adequate combustion and ventilation
air must be provided. Refer to page 8.
MODELS:
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNINGS
WARNINGS
If the information in this manual is 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
supplier.
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  • Page 1 UNVENTED GAS CAST IRON STOVE INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MODELS: VFCS20SNV VFCS30SNV VFCS20SPV VFCS30SPV Natural Gas or Propane/LPG Milli-Volt Control 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Important Safety Information ... 3 Product Features ... 5 Dimensions ... 6 Getting Started ... 7 Product Specifications... 8 Ignition Controls ... 8 Pilot ... 8 Thermal Generator ... 8 General Installation Information ... 9 Codes ... 9 Adequate Combustion and Ventilation Air ... 9 Clearances / Height Requirements ...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    • Improper installation or use of the heater can cause serious injury or death from fire, burns, explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning. • Do not allow fans to blow directly into the stove. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns.
  • Page 4 24. Never burn solid fuels in an unvented room heater, fire- place or stove. 25. Do not set kettles or humidifying devices on top of stove. 26. The stove door/screen must be closed when the appli- ance is operating. The screen shall have openings for induction of combustion air. 58D6003...

  • Page 5: Product Features

    PRODUCT FEATURES On/Off Switch Break-Away Handle Optional Remote Receiver Piezo Hi/Lo Knob Off/Pilot/On Store Break-Away Door Optional Knob Handle Here Thermostat Sensor Figure 1 - Cast Iron Stove 58D6003...

  • Page 6: Dimensions

    DIMENSIONS Figure 2 - Dimensions VFCS20S VFCS30S " 23" " " " " 58D6003...

  • Page 7: What You Will Need For Installation

    MAKE SURE YOU HAVE RECEIVED ALL PARTS: Check your packing list to verify that all listed parts have been received. You should have the following: • Cast Iron Stove with Burner Assembly • Installation/Operating Instructions • Ceramic Fiber Logs • Touch-up Paint Millivolt controlled heater designed to be operated with optional devices for ON/OFF functions.

  • Page 8: Product Specifications

    Pilot Regulator: 3.5" w.c. Gas Inlet Pressure: Max. 10 1/2" w. c. Model Number VFCS20SNV(G-EBL-ES-EMB) Milli-Volt VFCS30SNV(G-EBL-ES-EMB) Milli-Volt PROPANE / LPG Note: An external regulator is required to reduce supply pressure to a maximum of 13" w.c. MILLIVOLT PRESSURE Regulator Pressure Setting: 10"...

  • Page 9: General Installation Information

    Do not install the heater … • Where curtains, furniture, clothing, or other flammable objects are less than 42" from the front of the heater. • In high traffic areas. • In windy or drafty areas. CODES Adhere to all local codes or, in their absence, the latest edition of THE NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI Z223.1 or NFPA54 which can be obtained from…...
  • Page 10 = 12 Ft., W = 12 Ft., H = 8 Ft. BTU/Hr = (15 + 12) x (12) x (8) BTU/Hr = (15 ) x (12) x (8) Counter Cast Iron Stove x 1000 x 1000 = 52800 BTU/Hr x 1000 = 29760 BTU/Hr 58D6003...

  • Page 11: Clearances / Height Requirements

    The dimensions shown in Figure 4 are minimum clearances to maintain in installing this heater. Left and right clearances are determined when facing the front of the heater. Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation. Failure to follow instructions exactly can create a fire hazard. The appliance cannot be installed on a carpet, tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring, the appliance shall be installed on a metal, wood or noncombustible material panel extending full width and depth of the appliance.
  • Page 12 CLEARANCES / HEIGHT REQUIRMENTS VF20 VF30 Note: Maintain minimum side and back clearances when placing stove in alcove. Figure 5 - Placing Stove in Alcove Tested Minimum Alcove Dimensions Height From Hearth Width 38½" 23" 52" 34" Depth 36" 36"...

  • Page 13: Removing Unit From Crate

    Remove two (2) straps. See Figure 6. Open plastic bag and slide to bottom of unit. See Figure 7. Lift up on ash lip and pivot down to open control door. See Figure 8. Lift up on front. Pivot bottom of front out. Remove front.

  • Page 14: Connecting The Gas

    CONNECTING THE GAS NOTICE: A qualified gas appliance installer must connect the heater to the gas supply. Consult all local codes. Use new black iron or steel pipe. Internally tinned copper or copper tubing can be used per National Fuel Code, section 2.6.3, providing gas meets hydrogen sulfide limits, and where permitted by local codes.

  • Page 15: Checking Gas Pressure

    CHECKING GAS PRESSURE The heater gas inlet connection is 3/8" NPT at the valve. The inlet is located on left side of stove. Remove front control plate to better access the inlet. When tightening up the joint to the valve, hold the valve securely with a wrench to prevent movement.

  • Page 16: Electrical Wiring

    ELECTRICAL WIRING (MILLI-VOLT) The milli-volt valve is a self-powered combination gas control THAT DOES NOT REQUIRE 110 VAC TO OPERATE. Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.

  • Page 17: Installing Thermostat Sensor

    Remove adhesive backing from plastic clip. Press clip to bottom of valve. Clip thermo bulb into plastic clip. See Figure 13. Reattach faceplate or reinstall base. Install knob to shaft of t-stat sensor. See Figure 13, page 17. OPERATING THERMOSTAT SENSOR Follow millivolt lighting instructions on lighting plate attached to unit or in homeownerʼs manual.

  • Page 18: Log Placement

    LOG PLACEMENT Before you begin — This unit is supplied with four ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands. Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. After handling the logs, wash your hands gently with soap and water to remove any traces of fibers.

  • Page 19: Flame Appearance

    Break rock wool into dime-sized pieces. Place rock evenly across rock wool tray and front burner as shown in Figure 18. • Rock wool depth must not be more than 1". • Do not place rock wool past the bend in rock wool tray. •...

  • Page 20: Checking Pilot Flame

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Do not allow fans to blow directly into the stove. Do not place a blower inside the burn area of the stove. Ceiling fans may create drafts that alter flame patterns. Sooting and improper burning will result.

  • Page 21: Operating Instructions

    FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. If the piezo is not working properly, see Match Lighting Instructions, page 24. B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.

  • Page 22: Milli-Volt Control Lighting Instructions

    What To Do If You Smell Gas, to the ON position. Hi/Lo Control Ignitor/Pilot Control Figure 24 - Control Cover Plate for Milli-Volt to OFF position to completely shut off the heater. to IGN position. Push in On/Off Switch (Located on Side of Stove) 58D6003...

  • Page 23: Match Lighting Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MATCH LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Open stove door. Remove any items necessary for easy access to the pilot (for example: logs, screens, etc.). 2. Follow appropriate lighting instructions found previously. Light a match and hold the flame to the end of the pilot and ignite the pilot.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. OBSERVED PROBLEM When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/pilot. Appliance produces unwanted odors. Appliance shuts off during use. Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position. When ignitor button is pressed, there is spark at ODS pilot, but no ignition.
  • Page 25 If the gas quality is bad, your pilot may not stay lit, the burners may produce soot and the heater may backfire when lit. If the gas quality or pressure is low, contact your local gas supplier immediately. OBSERVED PROBLEM ODS/pilot lights, but flame goes out when control knob is released.

  • Page 26: Replacement Parts List

    REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH YOUR RETAILER. LOGS Item Description Back Log Bottom Left Log Bottom Right Log Left Top Log Right Top Log Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury.

  • Page 27: Burner Assembly

    REPLACEMENT PARTS BURNER ASSEMBLY Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury. 58D6003...
  • Page 28 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH YOUR RETAILER. BURNER ASSEMBLY Item Description Piezo Ignition Module Piezo Switch Piezo Wire Front Burner Rear Burner Control Valve Front Burner Injector Rear Burner Injector ODS Pilot Assembly On/Off Control Knob Hi/Lo Control Knob On/Off Switch VF Valve Tube VF Rear Burner Tube...
  • Page 29 NOTES 58D6003...
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  • Page 32: Limited Lifetime Warranty

    LIFETIME WARRANTY Covered under this warranty are the stove body, combustion chamber, door frame, gold plating (manufacturing defects only), glass (thermal breakage only), heat exchange system, and burner. This coverage includes parts and reasonable labor during the first five years of ownership and parts only thereafter.

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