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Empire Comfort Systems VFDR18LB10N-1 manual

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  • Page 1

    Page 1 23099-1-0707 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER'S MANUAL UNVENTED GAS LOG HEA TER OR VENTED DECORA TIVE APPLIANCE MODELS VFDR18LB10N-1 VFDR18LB10P-1 VFDR18LBN-1 VFDR18LBP-1 VFDR24LBN-1 VFDR24LBP-1 VFDR30LBN-1 VFDR30LBP-1 VFDT18LBN-1 VFDT18LBP-1 VFDT24LBN-1 VFDT24LBP-1 VFDT30LBN-1 VFDT30LBP-1 VFDM18LBN-1 VFDM18LBP-1 VFDM24LBN-1 VFDM24[...]

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    Page 2 23099-1-0707 T ABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Information ................................................................................................. 3 Safety Information for Users of LP-Gas ................................................................................ 4 Introduction ...............................................[...]

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    Page 3 23099-1-0707 W ARNING When used without adequate combustion and ventilation air , heater may give off CARBON MONOXIDE, an odorless, poisonous gas. Do not install heater until all necessary provisions are made for combustion and ventilation air . Consult the written instructions provided with the heater for information concerning combustion a[...]

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    Page 4 23099-1-0707 Some people cannot smell well. Some people cannot smell the odor of the chemical put into the gas. Y ou must find out if you can smell the odorant in propane. Smoking can decrease your ability to smell. Being around an odor for a time can affect your sensitivity or ability to detect that odor . Sometimes other odors in the area[...]

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    Page 5 23099-1-0707 Notice: During initial firing of this unit, its paint will bake out, and smoke will occur . T o prevent triggering of smoke alarms, ventilate the room in which the unit is installed. W ARNING: This appliance is for installation only in a solid- fuel burning masonry or UL 127 factory-built fireplace or in a list ed vent less ?[...]

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    Page 6 23099-1-0707 PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS W ater 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 . Unvented room heaters must be used as supplemental heat (a room) rather than a primary heat source (an entire house)[...]

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    Page 7 23099-1-0707 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. Keep room area clear and free from com bust ibl e mater ials , gasol ine and other flammable vapors and liquids. Unvented gas heaters are a supplemental zo[...]

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    Page 8 23099-1-0707 Example of Large Room with 1/2 W all divider . Figure 1 The following formula can be used to determine the maximum heater rating per the definition of unconfined space: Btu/Hr = (L 1 + L 2 )FT x (W)FT x (H)FT x 1000 50 If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that defined as an unconfined space, provid[...]

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    Page 9 23099-1-0707 Mantel Clearances with Hood (Figur e 5) Y ou must have non-combustible materials above the fireplace opening. Non-combustible material must extend at least 8" above fir epl ac e op en in g. W ith she et meta l, you must hav e non- co mbu st ib le material behind it. Heat resistant materials such as slate and marble must b[...]

  • Page 10

    Page 10 23099-1-0707 FOR MASONR Y BUIL T FIREPLACES FREE OPE NIN G AR EA OF CH IMNE Y DA MPER FOR VENTING COMBUSTION PRODUCTS FROM DECORA- TIVE APPLIANCES FOR INST ALLA TION IN SOLID FUEL BURNING FIREPLACES * Height is from hearth to top of chimney and the minimum height is 6 feet. ** Chart shows minimum opening (sq. in.) for given height and input[...]

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    Page 1 1 23099-1-0707 Notice (Damper Clamp Installation) When installing your log set as a vented installation the damper clamp must be used. When installing your log set as a vent-free installation the damper clam p can be used to elimin ate the pote ntia l for odors when burning the logs for the first time. Installing Damper Clamp (Figur e 9) Re[...]

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    Page 12 23099-1-0707 Check all local codes for requirements, especially for the size and type of gas supply line required. Note: Never use plastic pipe. Check to confirm whether your local codes allow copper tubing or galvanized. Note: Since some municipalities have additional local codes, it is always best to consult your local authority and inst[...]

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    Page 13 23099-1-0707 Befo re you begin : if you are insta lling logs onto the VFD(R ,T ,M)18 or VFD(R,T ,M)24 models, this burner assembly is supplied with a set of five ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands! Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. After handling logs, wash your hands gently[...]

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    Page 14 23099-1-0707 Befo re you beg in: If you are instal lin g logs ont o the VFD(R, T ,M)30 model, this burner assembly place is supplied with a set of seven ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands. Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. After handling logs, wash your hands gently with soap[...]

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    Page 15 23099-1-0707 Flames from the pilot (rear right back side of the pan burner) as well as the main flame should be visually checked as the log set is installed. In normal operat ion at full rate, the flame appear ance should be sets of yellow flames above the rear burner section, and shorter blue flames with glowing embers on the front bur[...]

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    Page 16 23099-1-0707 Th erm o st ats ar e n o t app r ov ed o n ven t ed de c or ati v e app l ia nce s . Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. W iring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. V erify proper operation after servicing. 18", 24" and 30" Gas Logs (Millivolt) thermopile is self powered[...]

  • Page 17

    Page 17 23099-1-0707 W ARNING: 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 lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly . B. BEFOR E LIGHTING, smell all arou nd the applianc e are[...]

  • Page 18

    Page 18 23099-1-0707 W ARNING: 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 lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly . B. BEFORE LIGHTING, smell all arou nd the applianc e area[...]

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    Page 19 23099-1-0707 VFDT(18,24,30)LB LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING: 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 lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly . B. BEFOR E LIGHTIN[...]

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    Page 20 23099-1-0707 VFDM(18,24,30)LB LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING: 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 lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly . B. BEFORE LIGHTING[...]

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    Page 21 23099-1-0707 Figures 21 and 22 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 23 and 24 show an incorrect pilot flame patte[...]

  • Page 22

    Page 22 23099-1-0707 Figure 25 VFDR Figure 26 VFDT & VFDM Annual inspection and cleaning by your dealer or qualified service technician is recommended to prevent malfunction and/or sooting. TURN OFF HEA TER AND ALLOW T O COOL BEFORE CLEANING. Remove logs, handling carefully by holding gently at each end. Gloves are recommended to prevent skin [...]

  • Page 23

    Page 23 23099-1-0707 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 pressur e is low , contact your local gas supplier immediately . 1. When ignitor button is pr essed, ther e is no spark at ODS/ pilot. a. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong - Replace [...]

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    Page 24 23099-1-0707 Parts can be ordered only through your service person or dealer . For best results, the service person or dealer should order parts through the dis- tributor . Parts can be shipped directly to the service person/dealer . All parts listed in the Parts List have a Part Number . When ordering parts, first obtain the Model Number [...]

  • Page 25

    Page 25 23099-1-0707 VFDR SERIES P AR TS VIEW 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 1 12 14 13 17 18 19 20 23 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 1 12 14 13 17 18 19 20 23 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 1 12 14 15 16 13 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 18” BURNER 24” BURNER 30” BURNER 32 27 30 28 29 27 28 29 30 32 33 31 5 PIECE LOG SET 7 PIECE LOG SET 25 26 15 16 21 22 25 26 15 16[...]

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    Page 26 23099-1-0707 Attention: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. USE ONL Y MANUF ACTURER'S REPLACEMENT P AR TS. USE OF ANY OTHER P AR TS COULD CAUSE INJUR Y OR DEA TH. VFDR18LB10 P AR TS LIST INDEX NO. P ART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 21588 PILOT SHIELD (NA T ONL Y) 2 R3623 PILOT ASSEMBL Y (LP[...]

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    Page 27 23099-1-0707 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 1 12 15 16 17 20 21 18” BURNER 28 24 27 25 26 5 PIECE LOG SET 13 14 18 19 22 23 VFDR18LB 10 P AR TS VIEW[...]

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    Page 28 23099-1-0707 VFDT SERIES P AR TS LIST Attention: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. USE ONL Y MANUF ACTURER'S REPLACEMENT P AR TS. USE OF ANY OTHER P AR TS COULD CAUSE INJUR Y OR DEA TH. INDEX P ARTS NUMBERS DESCRIPTION NO. VFDT18LB VFDT24LB VFDT30LB 1 21588 21588 23157 PILOT SH[...]

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    Page 29 23099-1-0707 VFDT SERIES P AR TS VIEW 27 28 29 30 32 33 31 7 PIECE LOG SET 32 27 30 28 29 5 PIECE LOG SET 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 1 12 13 14 17 18 21 22 18” BURNER 24” BURNER 30” BURNER 23 16 15 1 2 3 4 8 5 6 7 9 10 1 1 15 12 13 14 17 18 16 21 22 23 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 8 10 1 1 15 12 13 14 18 17 16 21 22 23 25 25 25[...]

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    Page 30 23099-1-0707 VFDM SERIES P AR TS LIST Attention: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. USE ONL Y MANUF ACTURER'S REPLACEMENT P AR TS. USE OF ANY OTHER P AR TS COULD CAUSE INJUR Y OR DEA TH. INDEX P ART NUMBERS DESCRIPTION NO. VFDM18LB VFDM24LB VFDM30LB 1 21588 21588 23157 PILOT SHI[...]

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    Page 31 23099-1-0707 VFDM SERIES P AR TS VIEW 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 23 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 1 12 17 23 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 21 22 23 18” BURNER 24” BURNER 30” BURNER 32 27 30 28 29 27 28 29 30 32 33 31 5 PIECE LOG SET 7 PIECE LOG SET 25 18 13 21 22 25 21 22 25 15 1 1 12 17 18 13 15 14 1 1 12 18 13 15 14 17 14 34 35 34 35 34 35[...]

  • Page 32

    Page 32 23099-1-0707 Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. 918 Freeburg A ve. Belleville, IL 62220 PH: 618-233-7420 or 800-851-3153 F AX: 618-233-7097 or 800-443-8648 info@empirecomfort.com www .empirecomfort.com SER VICE NOTES[...]