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HomeMy WebLinkAboutG-14-509 MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM APPLICATION FOR A PERMIT TO PERFORM GAS FITTING WORK ? '?k=° CITY I Yarmouth I MA DATE 11/18/2013 PERMIT# �! /`(' 6O9 JOBSITE ADDRESS 16 Driving Tee Circle OWNER'S NAME Ralph Schmidt GOWNER ADDRESS Ralph Schmidt 184 !FAX TYPE OR OCCUPANCY TYPE COMMERCIAL 0 EDUCATIONAL❑ RESIDENTIAL +❑ PRINT CLEARLY NEW:❑ RENOVATION:a REPLACEMENT:❑ PLANS SUBMITTED: YES❑ NO❑ APPLIANCES 1 FLOORS-, BSM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 BOILER BOOSTER I I CONVERSION BURNERI — I ( COOK STOVE DIRECT VENT HEATER ; I 1 DRYER 0_ FIREPLACEO FRYOLATOR �_ ; I ; FURNACE I GENERATOR _ GRILLE I I. INFRARED HEATER LABORATORY COCKS MAKEUP AIR UNIT ; I I , OVEN i I , POOL HEATER ROOM I SPACE HEATER I ROOF TOP UNIT , TEST UNIT HEATER f—' WATER FIG UNVENTED ROOM HEATER '� I g ' 22 7013 IIIIiIIiIJiflhi I r -1a1 o lNcoEPT., INSURANCE COVERAGE '4. J. I have a cu t. al ifns t. r : r:-. substantial equivalent which meets the requirements of MGL Ch.142 Y -'U NO ❑ I IF YOU CHECKED YES,PLEASE INDICATE THE TYPE OF COVERAGE BY CHECKING THE APPROPRIATE BOX BELOW LIABILITY INSURANCE POLICY a OTHER TYPE INDEMNITY 0 BOND 0 OWNER'S INSURANCE WAIVER:I am aware that the licensee does not have the insurance coverage required by Chapter 142 of the Massachusetts General Laws,and that my signature on this permit application waives this requirement CHECK ONE ONLY: OWNER ❑ AGENT 0 SIGNATURE OF OWNER OR AGENT I hereby certify that all of the details and information I have submitted or entered regarding this application are true : •accurate to . e best of my knowledge and that all plumbing work and installations performed under the permit Issued for this application will be in com•'*.:'.'r' - - rtin--y • • 'slon of the Massachusetts State Plumbing Code and Chapter 142 of the General Laws. /// PLUMBER-GASFITTER NAME Peter J.Hassett LICENSE# 11682 - SIGNATURE MP a MGF❑ JP 0 JGF 0 LPG!❑ CORPORATION❑+ # 3506 PARTNERSHIP❑# LLC❑# COMPANY NAME: Hassett Plumbing&Heating Inc. ADDRESS 68 Winter Street CITY Yarmouth Port STATE MA ZIP 02675 TEL 508-744-7555 FAX CELL 508-237-2175 EMAIL hassett357m@msn.com ROUGH GAS INSPECTION NOTES THIS PAGE FOR INSPECTOR USE ONLY FINAL INSPECTION NOTES Yes.,_No THIS APPLICATION SERVES AS THE PERMIT 0 ❑ FEE: $ PERMIT# PLAN REVIEW NOTES . • • is ,44 1r,lit If.1fhb Commammea : 1 addac/rua ii,lihli,llbi ' 4ef aAitman!t 4 Y& ,sem. - alga 4 t imat2, J nza,Aat d3.0. 20T 1025, Mat 00001, &v., MA 01775 © 0 PY PERMIT DIG SAFE NUMBER City or Town: Yarmouth • ! ; i Date: 11/20/2013 Start Date: Permit Number(If applicable) 101385 In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 148, as provided in Section 10 A this permit is granted to: Hassett Plumbing and Heating Inc For permission to: Unvented Gas Heater Installation 527CMR30:04 Restrictions: Strict and complete compliance with all federal,state and local laws,rules,regulations and codes. Notify YFD before and after work Is complete. At 16 Driving Tee Cr/South Yarmouth,MA 02664 Fee Paid$ $50.00 This permit will expire on 01/20/2014 1 Signature of Official Granting Permit A4 77../--,—Q) Title L-7/ 7✓_.90 IThis permit must be conspicuously posted upon the premises I s Namir INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS EMPIRE AND OWNER'S MANUAL COMFORT SYSTEMS Vented/Vent-Free Burner UNVENTED GAS LOG HEATER OR INTERMITTENT MODELS • • VFSE-(18,24,30)-1 _ r - VARIABLE MODELS _ VFSV-(16,18,24,30)-4 "4VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE VARIABLE MODELS NATIONAL We suggest that our gas VFSV-(16,18,24,30)-4 FIREPLACE INSTITUTE' hearth products be installed . GAS-FIRED NFI and serviced by proles- sionals who are certrfiea :n c ® °S 4:60 the U.S. by the National Fireplace Institute" (NFI) as LISTED CERTIFIED NFI Gas Specialists. wwxnf,cwtit i4 erg This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home, Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance. where not prohibited by local codes. Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference. 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 instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxy• or loss of life. gen)from the room in which it is installed. Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be — Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable provided. Refer to page 11. vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. — WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS WARNING: If not installed, operated and maintained • Do not try to light any appliance. in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, • Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use this product could expose you to substances in fuel any phone in your building. or from fuel combustion which can cause death or • Immediately call your gas supplier from a serious illness. neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. . • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the WATER VAPOR:ABY-PRODUCT OFUNVENTED ROOM fire department. HEATERS — Installation and service must be performed by a Water vapor is a by-product of gas combustion. An qualified installer, service agency or the gas sup- unventedroomheaterproducesapproximatelyone(1) plier. ounce (30m1) of water for every 1,000 BTU's (.3KW's) of gas input per hour. Refer to page 10. Page 'I TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Page Quick Start Guide 3-4 Important Safety Information 5 Safety Information for Users of LP-Gas 6 Requirements for Canada 7 Introduction 8 Product Specification 9 General Information 10 Water Vapor: A By-Product of Unvented Room Heaters 10 Provisions for Adequate Combustion & Ventilation Air 11 Clearances 11-12 Combustible Material 13 Fireplace Preparation 13 Installing as a Vented Appliance 14 Before Fully Installing the Appliance 14 Gas Supply 15 Placement of Glowing Embers and Lava Rock 16 Operation Instructions/Flame Appearance 16 VFSE Remote Electronic Ignition and Control System 17-20 VFSE-(18,24,30) Lighting Instructions 21 VFSV Remote Control Instructions 22-23 VFSV-(16,18,24,30) Lighting Instructions 24 Pilot Flame Characteristics 25 Cleaning and Servicing 26 Wiring 26 Troubleshooting Symptoms - Possible Causes and Correction 27 Parts List 28 Parts View 29 Master Parts Distributor List 30 How To Order Repair Parts 30 Warranty 31 Page 2 28092-4-1212 Quick Start Guide - Intermittent Pilot Systems To START the Fireplace: If the pilot Is NOT lit: 1. At the same time, press the "OFF" and high flame buttons and release once there is an audible"beep" sound. 2. The pilot will ignite on the sixth beep. You may hear a clicking sound around the same time as that beep, this is normal. 3. There will be a total of 14 beeps. The main burner will ignite approximately 15 seconds after the pilot. If the pilot IS lit. 1. To ignite the burner, press the high flame button (there will be a beep)for approximately 5 seconds until there is a soft click, then release the button. To ADJUST the Flame Height 1. Double-click the small flame button. "LO" will be displayed. 2. Double-click the large flame button. Flame automatically goes to high fire. "HI" will be displayed. To SHUT OFF the Fireplace 1. To completely shut off the burner and ignitor, press and hold the "OFF" button until the unit "beeps."The flames will go on the burner out once any lingering gas is used up. 2. To shut off the bumer but keep the ignitor on, push the low flame button (bottom right) for 10 seconds and then release. FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS. VFSE Remote Quick Start Instructions: Cut out this page and keep it near your remote. • Page 3 28092.4-1212 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION • An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than • NOTE: Installation and repair should be done by a qualified 6,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bathroom service person. The appliance should be Inspected before • An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than use and at least annually by a qualified service person.More 10,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bedroom or frequent cleaning maybe required due to excessive lint from bathroom. carpeting,bedding material,etc.It is imperative that the con' • Never burn solid fuels in a fireplace where a gas log set Is trol compartment,burners and circulating air passageways installed. of the appliance be kept clean. • Due to high temperatures,the appliance should be located • Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an ap- out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies. pliance must be replaced prior to operating the appliance. • Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near Provide adequate combustion and ventilation air. the appliance. • The flow of combustion and ventilation air MUST NOT be • Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high obstructed. surface temperature and should stay away to avoid burns or • Provide adequate clearances around air openings into the clothing Ignition. combustion chamber and adequate accessibility clearance • Young children should be carefully supervised when they for servicing and proper operation.NEVER obstruct the front are in the same room as the appliance. opening of the appliance. • This unit complies with ANSI Z21.11.2 Unvented Heaters • An unvented room heater intended for installation in a and it also complies with ANSI Z21.60 Decorative Vented solid-fuel burning fireplace shall comply with the following Appliances for Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces.State or local Instructions. codes may only allow operation of this appliance in a vented • A fireplace screen must be in place when the appliance is configuration.Check your state or local codes. operating and,unless other provisions for combustion air are • Correct installation of logs,proper location of the heater and provided,the screen shall have anopening(s)forintroduction annual cleaning are necessary to avoid potential problems of combustion air. with sooting. Sooting, resulting from improper installation • Solid-fuels shall not be burned In a masonry or UL 127 or operation,can settle on surfaces outside the fireplace. factory-built fireplace in which an unvented room heater is • Avoid any drafts that could alter burner flame patterns. Do installed. not allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace.Do not place • Any glass doors shall be fully opened when the appliance Is a blower Inside burn box area of firebox. Ceiling fans may In operation. create drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Sooting and • Any outside air ducts and/or ash dumps in the fireplace shall improper burning will occur as a result of drafts. be permanently closed at time of appliance Installation. • WARNING:Donot allow fanstoblow directlyintotheftreplace. • WARNING: Failure to keep the primary air opening(s) of Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns. the burner(s) clean may result in sooting and property • WARNING:Do not use a blower Insert,heat exchanger insert damage. or other accessory not approved for use with this heater. • WARNING:Before installing in a solid-fuel burning fireplace, • Periodic examination and cleaning of the venting system of the chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned of soot,creosote, the solid-fuel burning fireplace,including frequency of such ashes and loose paint by a qualified chimney cleaner. examination and cleaning,by a qualified agency. • The Installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54. WARNING When used without adequate combustion and ventilation air,heater CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING MAY LEAD TO DEATH. may give off CARBON MONOXIDE,an odorless,poisonous gas. Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu, with Do not Install heater until all necessary provisions are made for headache,dizziness and/or nausea.If you have these signs,heater combustion and ventilation air. Consult the written Instructions may not be working properly. Get fresh air at once! Have heater provided with the heater for information concerning combustion serviced and ventilation air. In the absence of instructions, refer to the Some people-pregnant women,persons with heart or lung disease, National Fuel Gas Code,ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54,Air for Combustion anemia,those under the influence of alcohol,those at high altitudes and Ventilation,or applicable local codes. -are more affected by carbon monoxide than others. This heater is equipped with a PILOT LIGHT SAFETY SYSTEM The pilot light safety system senses the depletion of oxygen at its designed to turn off the heater if not enough fresh air is available. location.If this heater Is Installed in a structure having a high vertical dimension,the possibility exists that the oxygen supply at the higher DO NOT TAMPER WITH PILOT LIGHT SAFETY SYSTEM! levels will be less than that at the heater.In this type of application, If heater shuts off,do not relight until you provide fresh air, a fan to circulate the structure air will minimize this effect.The use of this fan will also improve the comfort level in the structure.When If heater keeps shutting off,have it serviced.Keep burner and control a fan Is used to circulate air,it should be located so that the air flow compartment clean. 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Gas Appliances For Installation In Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces. • During manufacturing,fabricating and shipping, various corn- Do not bum wood or solid fuels in a fireplace where a decorative ponents of this appliance are treated with certain oils,films or gas log set is installed. This appliance is for installation only in bonding agents. These bonding agents are not harmful but a solid fuel burning fireplace, masonry fireplace or manufactured may produce annoying smoke and smells as they are burned fireplace. off during initial operation of the appliance. This is a normal Warning: Any modification to this gas log set or to controls can temporary occurrence.Awindow should be opened during the be dangerous. Improper installation or use of the gas log set can initial bake out period. • cause serious injury or death from fire,burns,explosion or carbon Keep burner and control compartment clean. monoxide poisoning. • WARNING: Before installing in a solid fuel burning fireplace, the chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned of soot, creo- 1. Please follow all local codes regarding Installation, combus- sole,ashes and loose paint by a qualified chimney cleaner. tion and ventilation air or in the absence of focal codes follow • Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1(U.S.installation),or person. The appliance should be inspected before use and CAN/CGA-B149, Installation Code(Canada installation). at least annually by a qualified service person. More frequent 2. Proper installation, burner pan location and log placement is cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, Important to achieve optimum look and performance of your bedding materials, etc. It is imperative that control compart- gas log set. The logs have been designed for easy location ments, burners and circulating air passageways of the appli- and placement on the grate and must be followed for proper ance be kept clean. operation. • Do not put anything around the fireplace that will obstruct the 3. Do not operate this log set with glass doors in the closed po- flow of ventilation air. sition. A fireplace screen must be in place when the log set • Do keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible is burning. Adequate combustion air must be provided for material,gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. proper venting.All flames should go up and out the top of the • A yearly examination and cleaning of the venting system of firebox into the flue vent.If any flames float or curl forward into the solid-fuel burning fireplace must be performed by a quali- the room do not operate appliance. Check for an open flue fled agency. and adequate combustion air into the room.A damper clamp • Do make a periodic visual check of pilot and burners. Clean must be installed on the firebox damper to maintain an open and replace damaged parts. flue vent condition. Refer to page 14 INSTALLING DAMPER • Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. CLAMP Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the 4. Young children must be carefully supervised when they are in appliance and to replace any part of the control system and the same room as the gas log while in operation.Do not place any gas control which has been under water. stockings,clothing or any flammable material above or near • Never burn solid fuels in fireplace where a gas log set is in- the fireplace. stalled. 5. Do not substitute or use materials other than those supplied • This unit complies with ANSI 221.60 Decorative Vented Appli- for use with the log set. ances for Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces. State or local codes 6. Also refer to IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION on page may only allow operation of this appliance in a vented configu- 5 of this manual ration. Check your state or local codes. 28092-4-1212 Page 7 INTRODUCTION IMPORTANT: Read all instructions carefully before starting Important installation,Failure to follow these Installation Instructions may All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number,Serial result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty. Number and type of gas. Save this manual for future reference. Attention: During Initial use of log you will detect an odor as Please read this manual before installing and using the the log is cured. appliance. Notice: During initial firing of this unit, its paint will bake out, and Instructions to Installer smoke will occur.To prevent triggering of smoke alarms, ventilate 1, Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after the room in which the unit is installed. installation. WARN ING:This appliance is for installation only in a solid-fuel 2. Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card supplied burning masonry or UL 127factory-built fireplace or in a listed with unvented room heater/vented decorative appliance. ventless firebox enclosure. It has been design certified for 3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate unvented these installations.Exception:DO NOT install this appliance room heater/vented decorative appliance. in a factory-built fireplace that includes instructions stating Always consult your local Building Department regarding regulations, it has not been tested or should not be used with unvented codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of an unvented gas logs. room heater/vented decorative appliance. This appliance may be Installed in an aftermarket' manufactured WARNING:Any modification to this unvented gas heater or (mobile)home,where not prohibited by state or local codes. Its controls can be dangerous.Improper Installation or use 'Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from of the heater can cause serious injury or death from fire,. the manufacturer. burns,explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the Well Head Gas Installations rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with other Some natural gas utilities use"well head'gas.This may affect the gases. Btu output of the unit.Contact the gas company for the heating value. New Installation Contact the manufacturer or your gas company before changing Solid-fuels shall not be burned in a fireplace where a vented decorative spud/orifice size. appliance is installed. A vented decorative appliance must be installed only in a solid- fuel burning fireplace with a working flue and constructed of • noncombustible material. ACCESSORIES Any alteration of the original design, Installed other than as shown in these instructions or use with a type of gas not Accessory Description I Color shown on the rating plate is the responsibility of the person For use with VF,SE and VFSV models and company making the change. EK-1 Embers Kit ELH-1 Fireplace Hood for Vent-Free Logs Black ELH-2 Fireplace Hood for Vent-Free Logs Brass For use with VFSE models AD1106V AC/DC Adapter Note: Thermostats are for Vent-Free Applications only. Page 8 280924.1212 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Natural Gas Propane Gas VFSE VFSV VFSE VFSV Regulator pressure setting 3.5"W.C. 4.0"W.C. 10.0"W.C. 10.0"W.C. Gas inlet pressure Max. _ 10.5"W.C. 10.5"W.C. 13.0'W.C. 13.0"W.C. Min. 7.0"W.C. 7.0"W.C. 11.0"W.C. 11.0"W.C. Model Gas Valve Type BTUH Max.Rate BTUH Med. Rate BTUH Mln. Rate VFSE-18 Natural Intermittent 32,000 — 26,000 VFSE-18 Propane Intermittent 32,000 — 26,000 VFSE-24 Natural Intermittent 36,000 — 28,800 VFSE-24 Propane Intermittent 36,000 — 28,800 VFSE-30 Natural Intermittent 38,000 — 30,000 VFSE-30 Propane Intermittent 38,000 — 30,000 VFSV-16 Natural Variable 25,000 — 18,000 VFSV-16 Propane Variable 22,500 — 17,000 VFSV-18 Natural Variable 32,000 — 21,000 VFSV-18 Propane Variable 32,000 — 21,000 VFSV-24 Natural Variable 36,000 — 24,000 VFSV-24 Propane Variable 36,000 — 24,000 VFSV-30 Natural Variable ' 38,000 — 27,000 VFSV-30 Propane Variable 38,000 — 27,000 Note: Thermostats are for Vent-Free Applications only. 28092-4-1212 Page 9 GENERAL INFORMATION This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air(oxygen)from the Handle the gas log burner assembly by the grate and legs only. room in which it is installed. Provisions for adequate combustion Do not pick the unit up by the burner. and ventilation air must be provided. Gloves are recommended when handling logs to prevent skin Keep room area clear and free from combustible materials.gasoline irritation. Logs are fragile •Handle with care. and other flammable vapors and liquids. Qualified Installing Agency Unvented gas heaters are a supplemental zone heater.They are not Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equip- intended to be a primary heating appliance.Water vapor produced ment or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be by an unvented heater can create moisture problems in a home performed only by a qualified agency The term "qualified agency" when operated for extended periods of time means any individual. firm corporationor company that either in During manufacturing,faoricating and snipping.various components person or through a representative is engaged in and is responsible of this appliance are treated with certain oils.films or bonding agents. for(a)the installation.testing.or replacement of gas piping or(b)the These chemicals are not harmful but may produce annoying smoke connection, installation. testing, repair, or servicing of equipment: and smells as they are burned off during the initial operation of the that is experienced in such work:that is familiar with all precautions appliance;possibly causing headaches or eye or lung irritation.This required, and that has complied with all the requirements of the is a normal and temporary occurrence. authority having jurisdiction The initial break-in operation should last 2 to 3 hours with the burner State of Massachusetts: The installation must be made at the highest setting Provide maximum ventilation by opening by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of windows or doors to allow odors to dissipate Any odors remaining Massachusetts. after this initial break-in period will be slignt and will disappear with Sellers of unvented propane or natural gas-fired supplemental continued use. room heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy of 527 This appliance must not be used with glass doors in the closed CMR-30 upon sale of the unit. position.This can lead to pilot outages and severe sooting outside the fireplace. The installation must conform with local codes or,in the absence of Do not use this room heater if any pan has been under waterlocal codes,with the National Fuel Gas Code.ANSI 2223.1 ' Immediately call a qualified service tecnnician to inspect the room 'Available from the American National Standards Institute. Inc 11 heater and replace any pan of the control system and any gas West 42nd St.. New York. N.Y 10018. control which has been under water. High Altitudes: For altitudes/elevation above 2.000 feet ratings WARNING: This appliance is equipped for (natural or I propane)gas. Field conversion is not permitted. should be reduced at the rate of4percent for each 1,000feet above sea level Contact the manufacturer. Before you get started - Carefully inspect the contents for shipping damage. If any pans are . missing or damaged,immediately inform the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance. Do not attempt to install any part of the appliance unless you have all pans in good con:tion Make sure you have received all parts: Check your packing list to verify that all listed pans na.e been received. You should have the following. • Gas log grate/burner assembly. • Two(2)masonry anchoring screws and two(2) 10 x 1/2" black sheet metal anchoring screws. • Plastic bag containing glowing embers (rock wool) for burner coverage • Plastic bag containing lava rock. • Remote Kit • WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS Water vapor is a by-product of gas combustion.An unvented room The following steps will help insure that water vapor does not heater produces approximately one (1) ounce (30m1)of water for become a problem. every 1.000 BTU's (.3KW's)of gas input per hour. 1 Be sure the heater is sized properly for the application.including Unvented room heaters must be used as supplemental heat (a ample combustion air and circulation air. room)rather than a primary heat source(an entire house). In most 2. If high humidity is experienced. a dehumidifier may be used to cuppinmental heat applications.top water vnnnr does nn!create a help lower the water vapor content of the air problem. In most applications. the water vapor eilnandes the low. d Do nut L: a du ulivviited iuuiliiietllui tib the pi Rum y linitbiUiLt2 humidity atmosphere experienced during cold weather Ian entire house). 28092-4-1212 Page 10 PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION & VENTILATION AIR This heater shall not be installed in a confined space unless provi- DIVIDER sions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air. FIREPLACE Aconfined space is an area with volume less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btuh of the combined input rates of all appliances drawing combustion air from that space. Small areas such as equipment . •�',' rooms are confined spaces.Furnaces installed in a confined space which supply heated air to areas outside the space must draw return air -.), from ne outsidepau 'space through tightly sealed return air ducts. - \ L confined space must have 2 openings into the space for combus- � ,� tion air. One opening must be within 12 inches of the ceiling and 11111111 the other must be within 12 inches of the floor.The required sizing w / L, of these openings is determined by whether Inside or outside air is \\/ used to support combustion,the method by which the air is brought to the space(vertical or horizontal duct)and by the total input rate ventilation air by one of the methods described in the National Fuel of all appliances in the space. Gas Code,ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.Air for Combustion and Ventila- Unusually Tight Construction tion,or applicable local codes. The air that leaks around doors and windows may provide enough fresh air for combustion and ventilation. However, in buildings of Example of Large Room with 1/2 Wall divider. unusually tight construction,you must provide additional fresh air. Figure 1 Unusually tight construction Is defined as construction where: The following formula can be used to determine the maximum heater a. Walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have rating per the definition of unconfined space: a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm (L +L)FT x(W)FT x(H)FT or less with openings Basketed or sealed, and Btu/Hr= ' ' x 1000 b. Weatherstripping has been added on openable windows and 50 doors,and If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that c. Caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as joints defined as an unconfined space,provide adequate combustion and around window and door frames. between sole plates and ventilation air by one of the methods described in the National Fuel floors, between wall-ceiling joints, between wall panels, at Gas Code,ANSI Z223.1,NFPA54. penetrations for plumbing, e+ectncai, and gas lines, and at Adhere to all codes,or In their absence,the latest edition of THE other openings. NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54 which can be If your home meets all of the three criteria above, you must obtained from: provide additional fresh air. American National Standards InslituteNational Fire Protection As- Warning:If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller sociation, Inc. than that defined as an unconfined space or if the building is of 11 West 42nd St. Batterymarch Park unusually tight construction, provide adequate combustion and New York,NY 10018 Quincy,MA 02269 CLEARANCES Minimum Dimensions For Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces UL127 Follow these instructions to ensure safe installation. Factory Built Fireplaces(Figure 2) Failure to follow instructions exactly can create a fire hazard. Model A B C D /\ ' VFSE-18 17" 14" 28" 17" VFSE-24 23" 14" 30" 18" NNA� VFSE-30 26" 14" 34" 20" VFSV-16 18" 11 1/2" 24" 18" o boa VFSV-18 17" 14" 28" 17" - VFSV-24 23" 14" 30" 18" \ VFSV-30 26" 14" 34" 20" The dimensions re nand definedrc in the fireplace i manufacturer's instructions are minimum clearances to maintain In installing this heater. Left and right clearances are determined when facing the \ front of the heater. /j Glass Doors ° Make sure that glass doors are open during all operations of the logset.The opening of the glass door frame should be the dimension used for the minimum front opening of the firebox. Figure 2 28092-4-1212 Page 11 CLEARANCES (continued) Sidewall&Ceiling Clearances (Figure 3) Noncombustible Requirements for Safe Installation Material Distance I 12"or more Noncombustible material Less than 12" Noncombustible material must be ex- 18",24",30"Log 41" tended to at least 8"with the installation 16"Log 36"i ) of the optional fireplace hood. If you can- not extend noncombustible material at least 8", you must operate heater with flue damper open. F—6' —f Mantel Clearances with Hood(Figure 5) rra i You must have noncombustible materials above the fireplace el*. opening. Noncombustible material must extend at least 8"above fireplace opening.With sheet metal,you must have noncombustible I material behind it. Heat resistant materials such as slate and marble must be at least Figure 3 112"thick.Sheet metal should not be Installed onto combustible The sides of the fireplace opening must be 6"from any combustible material. wall.The ceiling must be at least 36" (for the 16" log)and 41" (for Example:A mantel may project from the wall a maximum of 2"at 18",24"and 30"logs)from the fireplace opening. a minimum of 13 112"above the opening,and a maximum of 6"at a minimum of 15"above the opening. Mantel Clearances Without Hood(Figure 4) e•Mantel You must have noncombustible materials above the fireplace 8"Mantel opening. Noncombustible material must extend at least 12"above 4'6'Mantel fireplace opening.With sheet metal,you must have noncombustible 4'Mantel r materialbehind it. HEAT RESISTANT 1 Heat resistant materials such as slate and marble must be at least MATERIAL ITH HOOD 1s.o- 1/2"thick.Sheet metal should not be installed onto combustible \ 14.25• 1 I material. ` 1 1 5.0' i 10"and less Mantel 1 HOOD HEATER IN HEAT RESISTANT T 26" E. • ��OR FIREBOX MATERIAL— ��► � I Ur" OR FIREBO% 12" Figure 5 IIf your installation does not meet the above minimum clearances, you must proceed to one of the following steps: HEATER IN FIREPLACE • Operate the heater with the flue damper open. See page 14 Z-OR FIREBOX for Installing as a Vented Appliance. • Raise the mantel to the proper height. Remove the mantel. I�Try Floor Clearance(Figure 6) (t 1I If installing heater at floor level,the minimum distance to combus- tibles is"0"inches. Figure 4 I If your installation does not meet the above clearances,you must proceed to one of the following steps: • Usea hood OR FIREBOX HEATER IN FIREPLACE • Operate the heater with flue damper open. See page 14 for Installing as a Vented Appliance. • Raise the mantel to the proper height. COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL • Remove the mantel. (t 1 III • I niniiiuiiriiiW/uriiv rico Figure 6 28092-4-1212 Page 12 • COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL Do not attach combustible material to the mantel of your fireplace. No greeting card,stockings or ornamentation of any type should be placed on or attached to the fireplace.This is a heating appliance. This Is a fire hazard. The flow of heat can ignite combustibles. \„.0stip-A4-alit il- A____t_1-t__i,.-..-...i-lilg: HEAT • e, li"_ . eeFLOW is re elle S� i1 0 Figure 7 Figure 8 • FIREPLACE PREPARATION • Turn off gas supply to fireplace or firebox. FOR MASONRY BUILT FIREPLACES • Have the fireplace floor and chimney professionally cleaned to FREE OPENING AREA OF CHIMNEY DAMPER FOR VENTING remove ashes,soot,creosote or other obstructions. COMBUSTION PRODUCTS FROM DECORATIVE APPLIANCES Have this cleaning performed annually after Installation. FOR INSTALLATION IN SOLID FUEL BURNING FIREPLACES • Seal any fresh air vents or ash clean-out doors located on floor or wall of fireplace.If not,drafting may cause pilot Appliance Input Rate(BTU/hr) outage or sooting. Use a heat-resistant sealant. Do not seal 20 I 3t I 40 chimney flue damper. Install and operate the appliance as directed in this manual. Chimney Minimum Opening"(sq.In.) FOR FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACES Height'(ft) FREE OPENING AREA OF CHIMNEY DAMPER FOR VENTING 6 176 25.7 33.8 COMBUSTION PRODUCTS FROM DECOR . ATNEAPPLIANCES 23.7 31.2 FOR INSTALLATION IN SOLID FUEL BURNING FIREPLACES 8 16.5 21 7 28 7 ' Appliance Input Rate(BTUIhr) 10 15.1 20 I 30 I 40 15 14.1 19.9 26.1 • Chimney Minimum Opening"(sq.In.) 20 12.9 18.5 23.7 Height'(ft) 30 12.2 16.9 21.6 10 11.3 16.6 22.1 15 8.6 12.6 173 • Height is from hearth to top of chimney and the minimum height is 6 feet. 20 7.5 10.8 14.5 '• Chart shows minimum opening (sq. in.)for given height and 25 6.6 9.6 12.6 input rate. 30 6.2 9.1 11.3 • 35 5.7 8.0 10.8 40 5.3 7.5 10.2 • Height is from hearth to top of chimney and the minimum height is 10 feet. •• Chart shows minimum opening (sq. in.)for given height and input rate. Page 13 280924-1212 • WFe•rY..Y'{^.w 'R+• . . . •- 1 t3T "yl,. ..d.<f,:.. ,e ,._.. .� .A �. jJ Y i6 .. INSTALLING AS A VENTED APPLIANCE WhenNotice: (Damper Cllog Insset lation) When installing your log set as a vent-free installation the damper When installing your log set as a vented installation the damper Lhemopgsafobthee sfirst time.ed to eliminate the potential for odors when burning clamp must be used. Installing Damper Clamp(Figure 9) Remove all ashes or other debris from the fireplace.If the fireplace is equipped with an ash dump be sure to seal the door with furnace cement or high temperature silicone.Be sure to check the damper for proper operation and verify that the flue passageway is open. 01P0 Place the clamp over the lip of the damper and tighten the hold down bolt until the clamp is securely attached to the damper.This DAMPER CIA4P will prevent the damper from accidentally closing. osocER / Manual and millivolt controlled gas logs may be installed as a vented decorative log set in compliance with ANSI Z21.60 and National Fuel Gas Code.When the gas logs are operated with the damper open,noncombustible material and minimum mantel requirements 1` do not apply. TYPICAL FIREPLACE Figure 9 BEFORE FULLY INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE • Turn off nthe gas hasupply to the fireplace or firebox. Assembly Procedure:(Figure 10) ake certain • Seal any or air vents ash left unsealeorsd, locatedoy 1. Center the gas log unit in the fireplace or firebox.the front feet of the grate sit inside the front edge of the fireplace the floor or wall of the fireplace.If left unsealed,drafting may cause pilot outage or sooting.Use a heat resistant sealant.Door firebox. reboxr hole is provided in the two bottom side members of not seal the chimney flue damper. the grate frame.After centering the grate correctly, mark the Before Installing in a cleanedolel burning st, creosote,oe.ashesthchimney oflse hole positions on the fireplace/firebox floor. Drill two(2)5132" and firebox must be of soot, and loose diameter holes approximately 1 1/2"deep for masonry screws paint by a qualified chimney cleaner. or 1/8"hole for sheet metal screws. You must secure the gas log heater to the fireplace floor.If g Anchor the grate to the fireplace/firebox floor using the screws j not,the entire unit may move when you adjust the controls. provided. Refer to Figure 10. Movement of unit may cause shifting of the gas logs which leads to sooting and Improper burning. Grate movement Proper Installation of the grate is essential to prevent any move- could cause a gas leak. ment of the gas logs and controls during operation. / ANCHOR SCREWS Special care is required If you are Installing the unit Into a sunken fireplace.You must raise the fireplace floor to allow \ access to gas log controls.This will Insure adequate air flow e and guard against sooting. Raise the fireplace floor using l noncombustible materials. t lei A``J�Ii� • Figure 10 28092-4-1212 Page 14 � ! GAS SUPPLY • Check all local codes for requirements,especially for the size and FLEXIBLE GAS LINE CONNECTION type of gas supply line required. GAS SUPPLY s/e NPT Recommended Gas Pipe Diameter .:TEE HANDLEIEXtu& N I LE `,I, NIPPLE Pipe Length Schedule 40 Pipe Tubing,Type L r�°] G _ o II - 'unnnI ming - u:4 Inside Diameter Outside Diameter ,�l"6i ,� Nat. L.P. Nat. L.P. 0-10 feet 1/2" 3/6" 112" 3/6" FLARE SHUT OFF VALVE FLARE FITIMG 0-3 meters 12.7mm 9.5mm 12.7mm 9.5mm 10-40 feet 1/2" 1/2" 5/8" 1/2" 4-12 meters 12.7mm 12.7mm 15.9mm 12.7mm RIGID GAS LINE CONNECTION 40-100 feet 1/2' 1/2" 3/4" 1/2" CLOSE NIPPLE 3/8 NFT NIPPLE meters 12.7mm 12.7mm 19mm 12.7mm TEE HANDLE- 100-150 feet 3/4" 1/2" 7/8" 3/4" 4)1 --, r0Q (. 31-46 meters 19mm 12.7mm 22.2mm 19mm s- IN��V' , I!liily yni._ Note: Never use plastic pipe.Check to confirm whether your local SEM OFF VALVE codes allow copper tubing or galvanized. NPT UNION Note: Since some municipalities have additional local codes, it is NPT GAS SUPPLY always best to consult your local authority and installation code. Figure 11 Installing a New Main Gas Cock The use of the following gas connectors is recommended: Each appliance should have its own manual gas cock. — ANS Z21.24Appliance Connectors of Corrugated Metal Tubing A manual main gas cock should be located in the vicinity of the unit. and Fittings Where none exists, or where its size or location is not adequate. — ANS Z21.45Assembled FlexibleAppliance Connectors of Other contact your local authorized installer for installation or relocation. Than All-Metal Construction Compounds used on threaded joints of gas piping shall be resistant The above connectors may be used if acceptable by the authority to the action of liquefied petroleum gases.The gas lines must be having connector iion. cannotstate exceed three feet Massachusettsremires ththat aflexible checked for leaks by the installer.This should be done with a soap appliance solution watching for bubbles on all exposed connections, and if Pressure Testing of the Gas Supply System unexposed,a pressure test should be made. 1. To check the inlet pressure to the gas valve,a 1/8"(3.175mm) Never use an exposed flame to check for leaks.Appliance must N.P.T.plugged tapping,accessible for test gauge connection, be disconnected from piping at Inlet of control valve and pipe must be placed immediately upstream of the gas supply capped or plugged for pressure test.Never pressure test with connection to the appliance. appliance connected;control valve will sustain damage! 2. The disconnected ian applianceand dhe gas its individual pply pshutoff valve alv duriusmust abe A gas valve and ground joint union should be Installed in the gas pressure from that systemu at test pressures g system uringsa of line upstream of the gas control to aid in servicing.It is required by pre psig testing of. the National Fuel Gas Code that a drip line be installed near the gas 3. The (3.5appliance from supply piping inlet.This should consist of a vertical length of pipe tee connectedsystemhebclosingmust its be isolatedduel from the gassff valveppiping into the ign line that is capped on the bottom in which condensation any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test and foreign particles may collect. pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig(3.5 kPa). Attention! If one of the procedures results in pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (14"w.c.) (3.5 kPa)on the appliance gas valve, it will result in a hazardous condition. Page 15 28092-4-1212 PLACEMENT OF GLOWING EMBERS AND LAVA ROCK Placement of the glowing embers (rock wool) is very individual Placing Lava Rock In Front of Burner on Fireplace Floor and light coverage will provide your best effects.We recommend Spread lava rocks on fireplace floor in front of the burner pan.The separation of the rock wool by hand and make your coverage as lava rocks are for decorative effect and are not required for fireplace light and fluffy as possible. operation. Place just enough embers on the burner to obtain the glow and a ATTENTION: DO NOT PLACE LAVA ROCKS ON BURNER, gold,yellow flame. LOGS OR ROCK WOOL.THE LAVA ROCKS SHOULD ONLY Do not place embers (rock wool) over large ports in rear portion BE PLACED ON THE FIREPLACE FLOOR. of burner. Rock wool should not be placed in the area of the pilot assembly. Replacement of loose material(glowing embers)must be purchased from Empire Comfort Systems. Inc. Application of excess loose material (glowing embers) may adversely affect pematerialrformance moff the heater. WARNING:All previously applied p be removed prior to reapplication. Refer to Parts List, Page 28 to order loose material(rock wool). OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS/FLAME APPEARANCE 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 setrd la is installed. lIl In normal operation at full rate after 10 to 15 minutes, the flame appearance should be sets of yellow flames. ' l '. NOTE: All flames will be random by design, flame height will go . .;� �c�._ up and down. "} 1 f 1Glowing embers(rock wool)can cover the pan burner in between e�:`�-ff �•.... the front and middle logs, but very little is necessary to cover this -cc-_ — area. Excess ember material eto obtain slow yrthe flame glowt become and a �tr orange and stringy.Apply justenough gold yellow flame. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns.Do not allow fans to Intermittent-Figure 12 blow directly into fireplace.Do not place a blower inside the burner area of the firebox. Ceiling fans may create drafts that alter flame patterns.Sooting and improper burning will result. '��l_tl � During manufacturing,fabricating and shipping,various components U of this appliance are treated with certain oils,films or bonding agents. I, 1 These chemicals are not harmful,but may produce annoying smoke and smells as they are burned off during the initial operation of the •c---N.. ter,- .appliance,possibly causing headaches or eye or lung irritation.This ��� ; ^ is a normal and temporary occurrence. �J �r The initial break-in operation should last 2 to 3 hours with the � _ burner at the highest setting. Provide maximum ventilation by t "( �� ��!" -^ opening windows or doors to allow odors to dissipate.Any odors _____-- remaining after this initial break-in will be slight and will disappear Variable-Figure 13 • with continued use. • 28092-4-1212 Page 16 VFSE REMOTE ELECTRONIC IGNITION AND CONTROL SYSTEM MAIN VALVE KNOB MANUAL KNOB / I :if'"?/ PIEZO IGNITER ■ – Iht •, CONNECTION FOR Al ID i / MANUAL IGNITION\ eCal 1I I ..../, >; 6 COMBINATION,CONTROL U . • In n yy APPLICATION OWOFF SYnTC GV60 is a battery-powered electronic and control system for gas /—INTERRUPTER rO VO appliances with pilot burners and ODS systems. NTERauPTER BLOCK GENERAL NOTESCABLE R OR OMGFF THERMOCURRENT Radio Frequency Remote s%TCMMTNSOLDEREOCABLE 433.92 MHz for Europe; 315 MHz for U.S. (FCC ID: RTD- TNERMowRRENT G6R)and for Canada(IC:4943A-G6R). THERMOCOUPLE CABFtE IT This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Opera- I IGNIT ON CABLE tion is subject to the following two conditions:(1)This device I / RF ANTENNA may not cause harmful interference,and(2)This device must accept any interference received, including interference that _ a I[71 may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications t not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli- o== ance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Batteries-Remote Handset: \ 1 x 9V block(quality alkaline recommended) Low battery indicator on handsets with display. a WIRE CABLE Handsets without display:the red LED gets darker. / .� Battery replacement is recommended after 2 years. BATTERY / I COMPARTMENT Batteries-Receiver: BUTTON'RESET' 4 x 1.5V"AA'(quality alkaline recommended) Wiring Diagram Notice:An AC Mains Adapter may be used instead of batteries Figure 14 (only the Mertik Maxitrol or an AC Mains Adapter approved by Mer- tik Maxitrol can be used). Notice: During a power outage the AC Mains Adapter must be unplugged from the receiver to operate in the battery mode. 'CR4 ICUR OR'Fnt HOUR CLOCK SETTING SIGNAL SE TTWOTFJAPEPATURE 9 11 INDICATOR 0F lar BATTERY TEMPERATURE ONZI ®OC i MG SETT NG SETTING 8 am UGHTIDIMMER Be• n9Tt /OPERATION TIMER SETTING PZ )0121.5" fI'UX4.--"0"4-NI=NE/ SOLENOID pai���_A FANITEMPTIMEC—FAN LEVEL ICON OPERATION MODES OF OPERATION Page 17 280924-1212 • VFSE REMOTE ELECTRONIC IGNITION AND CONTROL SYSTEM AUTOMATIC OPERATION Standard,Display,TImeriThermostat RF Remote Handset c.,y.,P:w�q.�r ! r° :"a* . &i • " lull:.` a4^�" « Simultaneously press and hold the OFF and (large flame) W irng o'Tvalv`nd e buttons until a short beep confirms the start sequence has Wiring of valve and receiver must be completed before starting begun;release buttons. ignition.Failure to do so could damage the electronics. SETTING THE ELECTRONICS CODE • Continuing beeps confirm the Ignition Is In process. Once pilot Ignition is confirmed,there is main gas flow. j Notice:factory.Thremote control and receiver t theyare doprnot 000mmmed toat • After main burner ignition the handset will automatically go the However,If for some reason communicate • to each other,follow these steps to re-program. Into manual mode. Caution: If the pilot does not stay lit after several tries, turn the Radio Frequency Remote main valve knob to OFF and follow the Instructions"Tum Oft Gas A code is selected automatically for all Mertik Maxitrol electronics to Appliance". from among 65,000 random codes available.The receiver has to learn the code of the handset • Press and hold the receivers reset button(see figure 15)until inn 23Dss9 you hear two beeps.After the second, longer beep, release the reset button. • Within the subsequent 20 seconds press the 0 (small flame) ��button on the handset until you hear two additional shortbeeps confirming the code Is set If you hear one long beep, this indicates the code learning sequence has failed or the °" wiring is incorrect. Notice: This is a one time setting only, and is not required when FI ure 17 changing the batteries in the remote or receiver. Figure 16 g - q- / TO TURN OFF APPLIANCE 'f." Press OFF button on remote handset. r,f. II Notice:Press 0 (small flame)to turn main gas to pilot gas. ADJUSTMENT-FLAME HEIGHT ii- Standard,Display,Timer/Thermostat RF Remote Handsets 1 i. • In standby mode: Press W (large flame) to increase flame height. Figure 15 • Press 0 (small flame)to decrease flame height or to set ap- TO i H i ? pliance at pilot flame. . tis TURN ON APPLIANCE For fine adjustment tap the large/small flames. Designated Low Fire and Hight Fire e' When pilot ignition is confirmed, motor turns automatically to • Double-click 0 (small flame)button. "LO"will be displayed. maximum flame height • Double-click 0 (large flame)button.Flame automatically • Turn MANUAL knob to the ON, full counterclockwise goes to high fire."HI"will be displayed. . arr1 position. Caution: If the appliance will not operate,follow the instructions • Place ON/OFF switch(if equipped)in I(ON position). 'TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE'. SETTING°C124 HOUR OR°F112 HOUR CLOCK i Display,TlmerlThermostat RF Remote Handsets• Press OFF and 0 (small flame) until display changes from { Fahrenheit/12 hour clock to Celsius/24 hour clock and vice versa. • • 28092-4-1212 Page 18 VFSE REMOTE ELECTRONIC IGNITION AND CONTROL SYSTEM a.' ,••«.,.dgnN,.-'•,lT,a-.+a,..zp•+n.av'�eM-rs.V^•Y�as .,..:.,.ntIff .:f.. e- » y.•.... re+e:. a>APR'WMGNII•`f... ....::..z4sw4 e..OMr .v SETTING THE TIME SETTING THE TEMPERATURE Display,Timer/Thermostat RF Remote Handsets • Select either the *TEMrl MODE or the )TEMPI MODE by briefly pressing the SET button. • The display will flash after either: • Hold the SET button until the TEMP display flashes. a. Installing the battery or • Set the desired temperature with sl (large flame)or A (small b.Simultaneously pressing the & (large flame)and A (small flame). flame) • Press OFF or simply wait to complete programming. • Notice: When the desired room temperature is SET on the • Press (large flame)to set the hour and the A (small flame) hand held remote,the burner will automatically turn on when to set the minute. the room temperature drops 3 degrees Fahrenheit(F)below • Press OFF to return to manual mode or simply wait and it will the SET temperature.The remote system will turn the burner automatically return to the manual mode. off when the room temperature reaches 3 degrees Fahren- heit (F)above the SET temperature.The pilot will remain lit CHANGING THE MODE OF OPERATION between burner cycles when using the thermostatic remote Briefly pressing the SET button changes the mode of operation in control feature. the following order: either Default Settings Notice: MANUAL mode can also be reached by pressingProgram 1: P1 *:6:OOam P1 8:OOam the PI (large flame)or the A (small flame). Program 2: P2*:11:50pm P2 3:11:50pm and back to • 2 ON times can be programmed*per day. MAN--'*TEMP—+3 TEMP-0TIMER-0 MAN • The day starts at 12:00am,ends at 11:50pm • The ON/OFF times have to be programmed in the order P1 *5 P13 <P2*53. MAN Mode•Manual Flame Height Adjustment • If P1 + =P1 3 or P2*=P2 3 the timer is deactivated. • Press 0 (large flame)to turn on the main burner. • To have the fire over night,it can be set: P2 3 11:50am and P1 *12:00am • Press le (large flame)to Increase the flame height. • Select Timer Mode by briefly pressing the SET button. • Press A (small flame)to decrease the flame height or to go to pilot standby position. 6 Hour no Communication Function • Manual Mode/Temperature/Timer Mode:The valve will turn to Notice: While pressing either button a symbol indicating trans- pilot flame if there is no change in flame height for a 6 hour mission appears on the display. The receiver confirms period.In TermperaturelTimer Mode,if the ambient room tem- transmission with a beep. perature changes,the flame height willa djust automatically to maintain set temperature,and the fire will continue to(unction TEM i -Daytime Temperature Mode normally.The valve will turn to pilot flame if the set tempera- (appliance must be in standby mode;pilot ignited):The room tem- tura and the ambient room temperature remain the same over perature is measured and compared to the set temperature.The a 6 hour period. flame height is then automatically adjusted to achieve the Daytime set temperature. Five Day Shut Off • The system shuts off the fire completely If there is no change TEMain the flame height for 5 days. -Nighttime Setback Temperature Mode (appliance must be in standby mode;pilot Ignited): NOTE: Before the next ignition there is a 2 minute waiting period. The room temperature is measured and compared to the Night- time Setback temperature.The flame height is then automatically MANUAL OPERATION adjusted to achieve the Nighttime Setback temperature. Follow control and lthe pilot buance rner.InstAccess to tructions for helpilot burner Is ning access ogas the only re- 'TIMER] -Timer Mode quired for ignition with a match. Setting P1 ON time When turning main valve knob,do not force.Knob has a slip clutch • Hold the SET button until P1 *(sun)Is displayed and the that clicks until the end stops are reached.This allows for manual time flashes. flame height adjustment as well as adjustment to pilot standby po- • Set the hour by pressing the 0 (large flame)button. sition. • Set the Inutes by pressing the D (small flame)button. 1. STOP! Read the safety information included before proceed- ing. Setting P1 OFF time 2. Turn main valve knob to the OFF,full clockwise 11� • Briefly press SET button to scroll to setting P1 OFF time. P1 position. r".."*.3(moon)Is displayed at the time flashes. 3. Turn MANUAL knob to the MAN, full clockwise • Set the hour by pressing the 0 (large flame)button. position. • Set the Inutes by pressing the b(small flame)button. 4. Place ON/OFF switch(if equipped)in 0(OFF position). • Page 19 28092-4-1212 VFSE REMOTE ELECTRONIC IGNITION AND CONTROL SYSTEM-, 5. Wait five minutes to clear out any gas.Verify that no gas is In Battery replacement the area around the appliance,Including near the floor.If you Battery replacement is recommended at the beginning of each detect gas STOP! Follow'A'In the safetydpformation. If no heating season.Do not use metal tools to remove batteries.Using gas is present,proceed to step 6. a metal tool could cause a short that may damage the receiver. 6. Place QN/OFF switch in I(ON position). 7. With the MANUAL knob in MAN position a manual pi- Location of Receiver lot valve operator and piezo igniter are accessible. When the RF-receiver is placed In the appliance,the surrounding metal can reduce reception considerably. The position of th an- Ignition with match: tenna on the receiver also Influences reception.It Is recommended Fully push down manual pilot valve operator and hold to straighten the antenna.The antenna must not come In contact in,to start pilot gas flow. or cross the ignition wire,this may render the receiver inoperable. Immediately light the pilot with a match, while continuing to .t hold in the manual pilot valve operator for about one minute A CAUTION: Keep receiver free from debris and dirt Protect after the pilot is lit. Release manual pilot valve operator. If the receiver with a plastic bag until all construe- pilot onstruepilot does not stay lit,wait five minutes and repeat. tion is complete. Ignition with piezo Igniter, Change the ignition cable from the receiver to the valve. Use CONNECTION MANUAL PILOT MANUAL KNOB MAIN VALVE KNOB the push piezo igniter to ignite. If pilot does not stay lit,wait TAB 2.8 X 0.8 mm VALVE OPERATOR IN MAN POSITION IN OFF POSITION five minutes and repeat. Caution: If the pilot does not stay lit after several tries, turn ori s a the gas control knob (main valve knob)to OFF and proceed 3 1 o to step 11. 8. If applicable,reinstall the top cover on the bumer base before t•`),. .,I +'• t' t proceeding. 4 or.,;.+•a. 'cot 1 h 9. Turn MANUAL knob to the ON, full counterclockwise tl 1 �1• position. 10. Turn main valve knob to the full ON,full A counter- - o I da, `i clockwise position. 11. If the appliance will not operate,follow the instructions"TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE"and call the service technician or PIEZO IGNITER 8 WIRE MICROSWROH gas supplier. ON/OFF SwITOH RECEIVER JACK IN ON PosmoN TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Figure 18 • Press OFF button on remote. • • .Follow appliance Instructions for gaining accessibility to the gas control. • • Place ON/OFF switch in 0(off position). • Turn main valve knob to the OFF full clockwise tr.-1k position. . • Replace appliance top cover. MANUAL KNOB IN POSITION FOR I MISCELLANEOUS AUTOMATIC IGNITION • Low Battery Indication r Receiver. v F• e "x;' three short beeps will sound when motor turns yarn - „+ • ii. 4a 44 lig Remote with display: Ke(r p ' t ° 7 1 "� BATT'will appear ondisplay Vr.e;n�Q','s , 0, e i Notice .Thermostatic Displays/Handsets: If the battery of the , e 4,.•i ' (� � ? •~ :. i handset is low or if the transmitter is out of the communl- tt?4�� p :''; a cation range,the motor turns down the valve to pilot gas CUTOUT FOR i j '& A./ +':° . after 6 hours. PILOT GAS • kYY''� S ' Cit.t•A.+ ', Notice: With very low battery the GV60 system shuts off the fire ADJUSTMENT A ''`� T. e completely. This will not happen if the power supply is •s $ g' -', + interrupted. •4 ��0,0Qi— v S didto .. J..:M .., ' • Figure 19 Page 20 28092-4-1212 • VFSE-(18,24,30) LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS M , 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 • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire hand.When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions department. exactly. C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not push In or for gas.Be sure to smell next to the floor because some turn by hand,don't try to repair it;call a qualified service gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor. technician.Force or attempted repair may result in a fire WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS or explosion. • Do not try to light any appliance. D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been underwater. • Do not touch any electrical switch; Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect do not use any phone In your building. the appliance and to replace any part of the control system • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's and any gas control which has been under water. phone.Follow the gas supplier's Instructions. LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP!Read the safety information above. vo' 2. Open bottom louver assembly(if applicable). -- -Iswirr t 3. Press the"I/O"(ON/OFF)button on the valve face to"OFF." s. 4. Wait five(5)minutes to clear out any gas,then smell for gas g �\\. �� including near the floor. If you smell gas, STOPI Follow"B" �, _1 1 in the safety information above. If you don't smell gas,go to i �' the next step. l ,10 LIGHTING PROCEDURE-HANDSET METHOD ." 0 1. Turn control arrow on valve face to"ON."Press the"I/O"but- ton to"I"Press the"OFF"and"UP"buttons on the handset, TO IGNITE PILOT firmly at the same time.A long"Beep"will sound,followed by 5 short"beeps?Ignitor will spark and will continue until pilot HANDSET MODE MANUAL MODE is lit. For full Remote Control operation see Appliance Instal- To Ignite Burner PIEZO lation manual. IGNITER LIGHTING PROCEDURE•MANUAL METHOD 1. Press the"I/O"(ON/OFF)button to"I? ® `N 2. Turn control arrow on valve face to"MAN." 3. Using a small bladed screwdriver, press and hold button •N� •Do Ao within hole on control. Manually depress piezo igniter button to light pilot.If pilot does not light,steps 2 to 3 can be imme- diately repeated.If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, follow the instructions"To Turn Off Gas to Appliance"and call Press firmly PRESS IN g MOLD your service technician or gas supplier. at same time 4. When the pilot is lit and stable,turn flame height control knob Pam PILOT counterclockwise ••"----- and the main burner will ignite. ELECTRODE B.EernooE To adjust flame height,turn flame height control knob. ,i mitillilimal.,,ys Lk IMIEIllil•Mr" THERMOCOUPLE o ITI o h� �� o I I 0 (LPG) (1E0) (NATURAL) THERMOCOUPLE (NATURAL) RAI) CORRECT PILOT FLAME INCORRECT PILOT FLAME TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE MANUAL MODE- To turn off main burner,tun flame height HANDSET MODE-Press"OFF"button on handset.To fully control knob fully clockwise ^I‘ .To fully shut down,press shut down, press"I/O"button to"0." "I/O"button to"0." • 28092-4.1212 Page 21 . VFSV REMOTE CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS. - )ew✓.•+../}, .rt i'\r::".ti.:r+«•1.�.+.-YRv.�. V..w.rM.rtf Y7�1A1�VI.'I-*Yt—Ra,/'�'a\IS- .... . �:.R:rMR/'MW9Y�l'Mrw!4ww 4luYM4�.�AVV/NLVNM{-1MAT.MVMA1K NOTE:This remote Is for use on VFSV Models ONLY. INTRODUCTION • It Is suggested that the slide switch be placed In the This remote control system was developed to a provide safe,reli- OFF position If you will be away from your home for an able, user-friendly remote control system for gas heating appli- extended period of time. antes.The system can be operated manually from the transmitter. TRANSMITTER Requires Isttedess � The transmitter operates on a 12V(A23)battery that is included. Install the 12V battery supplied with the unit into the battery corn- partment. It Is recommended that ALKALINE batteries always be Lei°ing , used for this product. Be sure the batteries are installed with 10 i]the(+)and(-)ends facing the correct direction. sWe REMOTE 10 • The LED signal light should illuminate when either the ON/OFF or OFF HI/LOW button is pressed. If the signal light does not illuminate, / a�ea�°n check the position of the transmitters battery,and if the battery is 10 ey`�e fully charged. Frequency tetep access ig Remote Receiver wawa nr , WIRING INSTRUCTIONS Mt WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT REMOTE RECEIVER DIRECTLY TO 110-120VAC POWER. THIS WILL BURN t I1730OUT THE RECEIVER. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS FROM MANUFACTURER OF GAS VALVE FOR CORRECT WIRING 8. CI PROCEDURES. IMPROPER INSTALLATION OF ELECTRIC COMPONENTS CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO GAS VALVE AND REMOTE RECEIVER. a CONNECT THE RECEIVER TO THE AF-1031 SERIES GAS VALVE WITH THE STEP MOTOR . • Do not Install the 4 AA batteries Into the receiver until the DC FRONT RAO( Step Motor is connected to the receiver.The receiver will call- KEY SETTINGS brate the step motor once the batteries are Installed. i 1. ON/OFF-This turns the appliance On • Connect the 4 pin female connector from the DC step motor OWOFF 0 or Off. to the 4-pin male connector on the wire harness. • . .. . 2. H/L - This controls the height of the • Connect the 4 pin female connector on the wire harness to the flame. It has four levels:High,Medium 4-pin connector on the back of the receiver. / l� H/L )) Q High, Medium Low and Low. The H/L • Install the 4 AA batteries in to the receiver. button will not turn the bumer On or • After receiver is connected to the DC step motor using the :A Off, supplied wire harness,make sure to locate the receiver in an area that will not exceed the 130°F.This location will always IMPORTANT: THE REMOTE RECEIVER SHOULD BE POST- be towards the front of the firebox. TIONED WHERE AMBIENT TEMPERATURES DO NOT EX- CEED 130°F. Flatpp4 Nitre with 4 Wire a with 4Connectore piRECEIVERConnector / i Install the 4 AA-size batteries supplied with the unit.It Is recom- I mended that ALKALINE batteries always be used for this product. Be sure the batteries are Installed with the(+)and(-)ends / 111 `` facing the correct direction. The remote receiver has a 2-position slide switch for selecting the mode of operation,which is OFF/REMOTE ® Flat 4 Wire with ■ oill.4 , REMOTE:The receiver must be In this position If you want ® ' 4 pin Male l• 0,1 1 to use the appliance,you must use the transmitter to turn Connector ■ J on the appliance.If the system does not respond to the r'e" transmitter on initial use,check the battery positions in the Receiver Back Valve Front remote. If that does not work, see the SECURITY CODE section. OFF:Will disable the remote receiver. Page 22 28092-4-1212 • • VESV REMOTE,CONTROLINSTRUCTIONSA., ,4 THERMO-SAFETY FEATURE TRANSMITTER WALL CLIP =' 1 When the ambient temperature inside the receiver case reaches The transmitter can be hung on a 130°F, the RECEIVER will automatically send power to the step wall using the clip provided. 0 0 motor on the valve to shut the fireplace system off and the RE- • Wood-Drill 1/8"pilot holes and WALL CLIP CEIVER will begin emitting a series of 4"beeps"every 2 seconds. Install with screws provided. When the ambient temperature at the RECEIVER drops between • Plaster/Wallboard - Drill 1/4" 120°F and 130°F, the user can reactivate the fireplace by push- holes, tap plastic anchors in Ing the ON/OFF button on the transmitter.When the ON/OFF but- with hammer then install with ton is pressed,the THERMISTOR"resets"itself and the fireplace the screws provided. will begin operating again. However,the"beeping"will continue if • ) the ambient temperature remains between 120°F and 130°F.This "beeping" alerts the user that the RECEIVER should be reposi- BATTERY LIFE tioned so the ambient temperature drops below 120°F.When the Lii Life er shouldexpectancy be of the at least 12line months.batteries In n thetrras replace alln batemperature dops below 120°F,and the control is reset by p teries: t- ing the ON/OFF button,the"beeping"will cease. • Annually. SECURITY CODES • When operating range becomes reduced. When transmissions are not received by the remote receiver. This sryttransmitter hasone of remote256 unique receiver securitytcodes. It se may be • If the remote receiver batteries measure less than 5.3 volts necessary the to program the ,if er learn replaced,thp security or (all four batteries in combination). code of transmitterlacemupon ittial use,if batteries are or • If the hand held transmitter battery measures less than 9.0 if using a replacement transmitter. NOTE:This receiver can hold up to 3 transmitter codes.This if for volts. the times when a second hand held transmitter or a wall transmit- TROUBLESHOOTING ter is required. Make sure the receiver's slide switch Is in the REMOTE post- If you encounter wiproblems y your rlwit system,the problem • tion. may be with either the fireplace itself or with the remote. Review • Press and release the LEARN button on the receiver. the fireplace manufacturer's operation manual to make sure all • When you hear the"beep",press and hold the ON/OFF or H/L connections sere properly made. Then check the operation of the button for about 2 seconds on the transmitter. • You will then hear a series of beeps that indicated that your • Make sure all batteries are correctly installed in the transmitter new transmitter has been accepted by the receiver. and receiver.Also check that the batteries are fully charged. • If you press the LEARN button on the receiver and you hear • . Check batteries in transmitter to make sure contacts are no beeps,the receiver is unable to retain any more transmitter touching (+) and (-) ends of battery. Bend metal contacts in codes(make sure that the transmitter and the receiver batter- for Be tighter ies are property Installed and fully charged. sure receiver and transmitter are within 20'-25'operating • To delete all of the transmitter codes on your receiver, press range. and hold the LEARN button for 10 seconds. Then you will • Keep receiver from temperatures exceeding 130°F. Battery hear a series of beeps indicating that the receiver's memory life will be shortened if exposed to high temperatures. has been cleared. • If receiver is installed in a tightly enclosed metal surrounding, the operating distance will be shortened. • Make sure the hand-held transmitter and remote receiver are communicating properly(see SECURITY CODES section). fCC REQUIREMENTS NOTE:THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAU- THORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THE EQUIPMENT,SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER'S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. Page 23 28092-4-1212 VFSV-(16,18,24,30) LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS„.....,.....f. . ._ . FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING I 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. Use only your hand to push In or turn the gas control hand.When lighting the pilot,follow these Instructions knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not push In or exactly. turn by hand,don't try to repair it;call a qualified service B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area technician.Force or attempted repair may result in a fire for gas.Be sure to smell next to the floor because some or explosion. gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor. D. Do not use this appllance if any part has been underwater. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Immediately call a qualified service technician to Inspect • Do nottrytollghtanyappllanee. the appliance and to replace any part of the control system • Do not touch any electrical switch; and any gas control which has been under water. do not use any phone In your building. ; • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbors phone.Follow the gas suppliers Instructions. • • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire 1 department. LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOPI Read the safety information on this page. 7. Push in control knob all the way and hold in. Immediately 2. Push in gas control knob slight- light the pilot with the piezo pilot ignitor or use a match.Con- ly and turn clockwise "- ' ^� tinue to hold the control knob In for about one(1)minute after to"OFF.”Do not force. Y the pilot Is lit. Release knob, and it will pop back up. Pilot i., 3. Turn gas flow adjustment should remain lit. If it goes out,repeat steps 5 through 8. PEZ Ir knob clockwise "••• 1°'"°' nu If knob does not pop up when released, stop and im- either manually or with remote Le mediately call a qualified service technician or gas sup- plier. 4. Wait ten (10) minutes to clear ••� jE) If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, tum the gas pcsmocout any gas. Then smell for control knob to'OFF'and call your service technician or gasgas,Including near floor.If yousupplier smell as,STOPI Follow"B"in8. Tum as control knob counterclockwise r� to on. 9 9the safety information above.If � 9. Turn on all electric power to the appliance(if applicable). you do not smell gas,go to the "� 10. Set thermostat to desired setting. next step. . 5. Find pilot - follow metal tube from gas control. The pilot is THERMOCOUPLE behind the second log on the (LPG) right side. PILOT 6. Turn gas control knob coun- THERMOCOUPLE CHIN., terclockwise r-- to"PI- f i (NATURAL) LOT." I(__=-- a i I I i TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1. Turn gas flow adjustment knob clockwise 'a-I"- either 2. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise ------n- manually or with remote control to"OFF". to"OFF". Do not force. • Page 24 28092-4-1212 PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS Figure 20 shows a correct pilot flame pattern.The correct flame will Cleaning and Maintenance/Pilot be blue and will extend beyond the thermocouple.The flame will .3Oxygen Depletion Sensor Pilot(Figure 22) surround the thermocouple just below the tip.A slight yellow flame When the pilot has a large yellow tip flame, clean the Oxygen may occurwhere the pilot flame and main burner flame meet.Figure Depletion Sensor as follows: 21 shows an ineofrect pilot flame pattern.The incorrect pilot flame 1. Clean the ODS pilot by loosening nut B from the pilot tubing. is not touching the thermocouple.This will cause the thermocouple When this procedure is required,grasp nutAwith an open end to cool.When the thermocouple cools,the heater will shut down. wrench. 2. Blow air pressure through the holes Indicated by the arrows. Cleaning and Maintenance/Pilot This will blow out foreign materials such as dust,lint and spider VFSV,VFSE PILOT webs.Tighten nut B also by grasping nut A. PILOT Warning: Never use needles,wires, or similar cylindrical objects to clean the pilot to avoid damaging the calibrated ruby that controls the gas flow. 1 Mil 1111111111altircl 5 ''‘.\I I 1 I- „c_ F=II?Ely 1 InLat Ail B A i , k ._, 0 ... \ Figure 22 � — \N1 ` 0 l THERMOCOUPLE THERMOCOUPLE (LPG) (NATURAL) Correct Pitot Flame Pattern Figure 20 ,-PILOT Nil °IIIIIIII11$111..... 1...M.Lik ° I I I i..i.......ili..k..ir THERMOCOUPLE THERMOCOUPLE (LPG) (NATURAL ) Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern Figure 21 If pilot flame pattern is Incorrect,as shown in Figure 21 • See Troubleshooting,page 27. Page 25 28092-4.1212 , w "i" . ' „ )' .. 'CLEANING AND SERVICING Annual inspection and cleaning by your dealer or qualified ANNUALCLEANINGANSPECTION—Refer to parts diagram for service technician is recommended to prevent malfunction location of items discussed below. and/or sooting. • inspect and dean burner air intake hole.Remove lint or particles TURN OFF HEATER AND ALLOW TO COOL BEFORE with vacuum or brush.Failure to keep air Intake hole dean will CLEANING. result in sooting and poor combustion. Remove logs, handling carefully by holding gently at each end. • Inspect and clean all burner ports. Gloves are'recommended to prevent skin irritation from ceramic • Inspect ODS pilot for operation and accumulation of lint at air fibers. If skin becomes Irritated,wash gently with soap and water. intake holes. Refer to manual for correct log placement. • Verify flame pattern and log placement for proper operation. PERIODIC •CLEANING—Refer to parts diagram for location of Verify smooth and responsive Ignition of main burner. discCLEANING below. • Check level of ceramic media In burner.Burner should be full, item• Do not use cleaning fluid to clean logs or any part of heater. up to the level of openings in burner top. • Logs - brush with soft bristle brush or vacuum with brush . VFSV attachment. Note: (Wiring harness located In envelope) • Remove loose particles and dust from the burner areas. Connect binck/rod 3/10-terminal wire rrannoeaivel to 3/10'tatnlnal co,drnle, plaza eavo,s and grate. Don't remove media from on valve. Connect black 1/4'terminal wire from receiver to 1/4' inside burner box. terminal on valve. Install remote receiver cover over receiver when II • inspectandcleanburnerairIntakehole.Removelintorparticles receiver is installed Into fireplace area. Locate receiver and cover to with brush. Failure to keep air intake hole dean will result in the right and forward of valve.(Do not put receiver behind logs). sooting and poor combustion. WIRING MAN VALVE KNOB MIJIWL IQICS 1r�r I PIE20IGNITER : ill 11IIr aII l' CONNECTION FOR - I I rit III II■�. i I MANUAL IGNITION......., j ' M XU 111 III II COMBINATION,CONTROL■ 1.111..171 :_ 'a _ 101 rewn® INTEUPTEREMIO GtanTM SOLDEREDTHERMOCOUPLE RMO CURRENTLE RI 4 IGNITION CABLE . THERM(NOACTOUURAPLLE)�p�I ' VeL��(TLHPEGRMOCOUPLE RF ANTENNA I 411 s Itis IBI I , Q 0 II- ■ ® �i ID $WIRE CABLE OFF REMOTE �k,-.::=:--54 _ •Y/ 4� • �� BATTERY `�_J COMPARTMENT BUTTON'RESET VFSE Wiring Diagram VFSV Wiring Diagram Figure 23 , • Page 26 28092-4-1212 I TROUBLESHOOTING :�YkVP}V4.5fiN.'Ck44PG)W4v'v.m:w.. r. .:...v:. .. ice..... M.r.....:•.. '.VPW.Cb. iw.MMMiMY�CfiYMI�YP^`AYPMKSKIYM}� a° :.<.'....''' SYMPTOMS . POSSIBLE CAUSES AND CORRECTION<' d """ '"4. " 1. When ignitor button Is pressed,there Is no spark at ODS/ e. Manual Shutoff valve not fully open - Fully open manual pilot shutoff valve. a. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong-Replace pilot. d. Thermocouple connection loose at control valve - Hand b. Ignitor electrode Is broken-Replace pilot. tighten until snug,then tighten 114 turn more. c. Ignitor electrode not connected to ignitor cable-Reconnect e. Pilot flame not touching thermocouple, which allows ignitor cable. thermocouple to cool, causing pilot flame to go out.This d. Ignitor Cable pinched or wet.Keep ignitor cable dry-Free problem could be caused by either low gas pressure ordirty or ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing. partially clogged ODS/pilot-Contact local gas company. e. Broken ignitor cable-Replace Ignitor cable. f. Thermocouple damaged-Replace thermocouple. f. Bad piezo ignitor-Replace piezo ignitor. h. Control valve damaged-Replace control valve. 2. Appliance produces unwanted odors. 8. Burner does not light after ODS/pllot Is lit a. Appliance burning vapors from paint,hair spray,glues,etc. a. Burnerorifice clogged-Clean burnerorreplace main burner -Ventilate room. Stop using odor causing products while orifice. heater is running. b. Burner orifice diameter is too small - Replace burner b. Gas leak-Locate and correct all leaks. orifice. 3. Appliance shuts off during use.(Pilot and main burner are c. Inlet gas pressure Is too low - Contact qualified service off.) person. a. Not enough fresh air Is available for ODS/pilot to operate- 9. If burning at main burner orifice occurs (a loud, roaring Open window and/or door for ventilation. blow torch noise). b. Low line pressure-Contact local gas company. a. You must turn off burner assembly and contact a qualified c. ODS/pilot Is partially clogged-Clean ODS/pilot. service person. d. Defective thermocouple-Replace pilot. b. Manifold pressure is too low-Contact local gas company. 4. Appliance shuts off during use.(Pilot stays on.) c. Burner orifice clogged - Clean burner or replace burner a. Low line pressure-Check line pressure to the valve. orifice. 5. Gas odor even when control knob Is In OFF position. 10. Logs appear to smoke after Initial operation. a. Gas leak-Locate and correct all leaks. a. Vapors from paint or curing process of logs-Problem will b. Control valve defective-Replace control valve. stop after a few hours of operation.Run the heater with the 6. When Ignitor button Is pressed,there is spark at ODS/pilot, damper open if you have one,or open a window for the first but no ignition. few hours. a. Gas supply turned off or manual shutoff valve closed-Turn Log heater is intended to be smokeless.Turn OFF heater on gas supply or open manual shutoff valve. and call qualified service person. b. Control knob not in PILOT position-Turn control knob to 11. Heater produces a whistling noise when main burner Is PILOT position. lit. c. Control knob not pressed In while In PILOT position-Press a. Turning control knob to HIGH position when main burner is in control knob while in PILOT position. cold-Turn control knob to LOW position and let warm up d. Pain gas lineswheninstalled-Continue holding down control for a minute. knob.Repeat igniting operation until air is removed. b. Air in gas line - Operate burner until air is removed from e. ODS/pilot is clogged-Replace ODS/pilot assembly or get line.Have gas line checked by local gas company. it serviced. c. Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice- Clean burner or g. Gas regulator setting is not correct - Replace gas replace burner orifice. regulator. 12. No gas to pilot. 7. ODS/pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob Is a. LP-regulator shut down due to inlet pressure too high - released. Verify LP tank regulator is installed and set at 11'to 13* a. Control knob not fully pressed in - Press in control knob w.c.Replace regulator on heater. fully. b. Control knob not pressed in long enough-After ODS/pilot lights,keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds. 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. 28092-4-1212 Page 27 , PARTS LIST Attention:When ordering parts,it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. INDEX I PART I DESCRIPTION INDEX I PART I DESCRIPTION NO. 1 NO. l NO. NO. �s M x - c e.a ' _. "s a COMMON, , .f, , w.s."n.a.'s : `'`.'..xs `' .g" 4YESE(CONTINUED).:a.,, h :::yai "c.nc pc-An! ren n.,r.nn rt °r•It unnrl c' .. +, .. .. •n..r,11.•tnt• , i 1b423) itLUu aur'r ur l i kJ IviuLi Lol 1 15427 REAR LOG SUPPORT(24' MODELS) NS R10559 BATTERY,9-VOLT 1 15428 REAR LOG SUPPORT(30"MODELS) NS R10518 FASTENER, HOOK 2 11376 BURNER SUPPORT-LEFT NS R10519 FASTENER, LOOP 3 P200 ORIFICE FITTING NS R10573 3/8" NPT, HEX PLUG 5 R5675 AIR SHUTTER•LP NS R10568 IGNITER WIRE,MAXITROL 5 R5676 AIR SHUTTER-NAT NS R11575 REMOTE CONTROL KIT 6 R5170 PILOT, LP NS R11576 REMOTE CONTROL THERMOSTAT 6 R5171 PILOT, NAT NS R10569 SWITCH AND WIRE ASSEMBLY 7 11833 PILOT SHIELD(NAT ONLY) NS R10570 WIRE ASSEMBLY,THERMOCOUPLE BURNER ASSEMBLYNS R10567 WIRE HARNESS(8 PIN) 9 12437 (16" NAT MODELS) x x?it F-""Si• A?rt ,tQ° 4a�FVFSYSi ^- f'tvx oar fire 9 12348 BURNER ASSEMBLY 4 P308 ORIFICE-LP 16" (16"LP MODELS) 4 P210 ORIFICE•LP 18" 9 14033 BURNER ASSEMBLY(18"MODELS) 4 P304 ORIFICE-LP 24" 9 14035 BURNER ASSEMBLY(24"MODELS) 4 P265 ORIFICE-LP 30" 9 14037 BURNER ASSEMBLY(30"MODELS) 4 P286 ORIFICE• NAT 16" NS 12389 CERAMIC MEDIA 4 P243 ORIFICE-NAT 18" NS R2809 DAMPER CLAMP 4 P211 ORIFICE• NAT 24" NS 11788 DECORATIVE ROCK 4 P209 ORIFICE-NAT 30" NS 15996 ROCKWOOL(16'MODELS) BURNER SUPPORT RIGHT NS 15999 ROCKWOOL(18"MODELS) 10 26321 (16" MODELS) ' NS 15970 ROCKWOOL(24"&30"MODELS) 10 26291 BURNER SUPPORT RIGHT TUBING ASSEMBLY- (18",24",& 30"MODELS) NS 11291 VALVE TO BURNER 14 R10613 VALVE,AF1110 tiVFSE , ', fi `-::)- 15 R9761 PIEZO IGNITOR 4 P250 ORIFICE-LP 18" 16 27017 IGNITER BRACKET 4 P245 ORIFICE-LP 24" 17 R11031 45°STREET ELBOW 4 P265 ORIFICE-LP 30" 18 R10618 REGULATOR,4.0 W.C. 4 P243 ORIFICE•NAT 18" 18 R10689 REGULATOR, 10.0 W.C. 4 P244 ORIFICE-NAT 24" 19 27016 VALVE BRACKET 4 P211 ORIFICE-NAT 30" NS 27018 PILOT TUBE-VALVE TO PILOT 8 R7063 PILOT REGULATOR (NAT&LP) BURNER SUPPORT- NS R10619 REMOTE RECEIVER AND 10 11308 RIGHT WITH VALVE BRACKET TRANSMITTER, NAT 11 R10562 VALVE, MAXITROL(NAT) NS R10620 REMOTE RECEIVER AND TRANSMITTER,LP 11 R10563 VALVE, MAXITROL(LP) NS R2789 WIRE, IGNITER, 12" 12 R11577 ELECTRONIC CONTROL NS R8898 NIPPLE, 3/8 X 3/8 X 1 BLACK IRON 13 R10572 CONNECTOR,THERMOCOUPLE NS- Not Shown NS 14040 TUBING ASSEMBLY- NAT VALVE TO REGULATOR NS 14041 TUBING ASSEMBLY- NAT REGULATOR TO PILOT USE ONLY MANUFACTURERS REPLACEMENT PARTS.USE OF ANY OTHER PARTS COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH. Page 28 28092-4-1212 PARTS VIEW "VFSV" MODELS 1\ 17 1 16 /15 5 18 � 17:-:: II \ \ illies" 14 '"" Ill------19 8 "VFSE" MODELS 6 / 10 / ® / 13 . �a 7 Ell �1 2 4 / . . \ 7k3/4.7„ / 5 / re ..- 12 sios- �� ,t% \ \ -!. 'I'llMoir II tali t 11 `Gsii 9 28092-4.1212 Page 29 MASTER PARTS DISTRIBUTOR LIST To Order Parts Under Warranty, please contact your local Empire dealer. See the dealer locator at www.empirecomfort. corn.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. To Order Parts After the Warranty Period, please contact your dealer or one of the Master Parts Distributors listed below. This list changes from time to time. For the current list, please click on the Master Parts button at www.empirecomfort,com. Please note: Master Parts Distributors are independent businesses that stock the most commonly ordered Original Equip- ment repair parts for Heaters, Grills, and Fireplaces manufactured by Empire Comfort Systems Inc. Dey Distributing East Coast Energy Products 1401 Willow Lake Boulevard 10 East Route 36 VacInnis Heights, MN 55101 West I ono Pranch, N.I 077(34 Phone: 651-490-9191 Phone: 732-870-8809 Toll Free: 800-397-1339 Toll Free: 800-755-8809 Website: www.deydistributing.com Fax: 732-870-8811 Parts: Heater&Hearth Website: www.eastcoastenergy.com Parts: Heater&Hearth and Grills • Victor Division of F.W.Webb Company 200 Locust Street Hartford, CT 06114 Phone: 860-722-2433 Toll Free: 800-243-9360 Fax: 860-293-0479 Toll Free Fax: 800-274-2004 Websites: www.fwwebb.com&www.victormfg.com Parts: Heater& Hearth and Grills HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS Parts Not Under Warranty Parts can be ordered through your Service Person,Dealer,or a Master Parts Distributor.See this page for the Master Parts Distribu- tors list. For best results,the service person or dealer should order parts through the distributor. Parts can be shipped directly to the service person/dealer. Warranty Parts Warranty parts will need a proof of purchase anti can be articled by your Service Person us Dealer. Proof ul purchase is required for warranty parts. All parts listed in the Parts List have a Part Number.When ordering parts,first obtain the Model Number and Serial Number from the name plate on your equipment.Then determine the Part Number(not the Index Number)and the Description of each part from the fol- lowing illustration and part list. Be sure to give all this information . . . Appliance Model Number Part Description Appliance Serial Number Part Number Type of Gas(Propane or Natural) Do not order bolts,screws,washers or nuts.They are standard hardware items and can be purchased at any local hardware store. Shipments contingent upon strikes,fires and all causes beyond our control. • Page 30 28092-4-1212 r. • • • • 111.111.111111.1.1.1.1W • It Empire Comfort Systems Inc. EMPIT '�') 918 Freeburg Ave.Belleville,IL 62220 If you have a general question about our products,please e-mail us et .Info@empirecomfort.com. COMFORT SYSTEMS If you have a service or repair question,please contact your dealer. www.empirecomfort.com • • • 280924.1212 Page 32