Louisville Tin and Stove VC201A User's Manual
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1. Closed Front 45675 168 70 46500 222 70 47200 270 20 Heat Exchanger Radiant Front 46100 174 20 46825 220 50 47700 282 20 Heat Exchanger Spacer 45845 1 80 45845 1 80 45845 1 80 Rear Leg Heat Exchanger 45760 3 80 45760 3 80 45760 3 80 Draft Diverter Assembly 45785 48 30 46560 46 00 47295 50 10 Gusset 45195 3 00 45195 3 00 45195 3 00 Radiant Glass Panel VCR Series 80079 16 40 80079 16 40 80079 16 40 Radiant for VCR Series 5 per htr 80073 15 20 80073 15 20 80073 15 20 Radiant Support Rail VCR Series 46160 4 90 46160 4 90 46160 4 90 Piezo Ignitor 38 80016 5 70 80016 5 70 80016 5 70 80016 5 70 Piezo Wire 39 80127 3 80 80128 4 00 80129 4 40 80129 4 40 Valve Support Bracket 41 45860 5 10 45860 5 10 45860 5 10 45860 5 10 Lighting Instructions N A 991267 1 90 91267 1 90 91267 1 90 91267 1 90 BLOWER PARTS CHB 3 BLOWER Speed Control Switch w Knob amp Dec 42 70111 26 70 Fan Switch 43 80253 7 40 Fan Switch Bracket 44 47840 3 80 Power Cord 45 80202 4 20 Motor Wiring Harness 46 80256 3 80 Blower Motor Assembly 47 80251 56 30 Blower Gasket 7 1 4 N A 80257 1 20 Blower Gasket 4 5 8 N A 80258 1 20 Junction Box Assembly 48 47850 12 70 Junction Box Cover 49 47870 5 10 Blower Nozzle Assembly 50 47820 13 30 Mounting Bracket 51 47835 2 20 Blower Platform Assy 70 only N A 47335 16 40 Revised 12 03 Page 15 2 Required IMPORTANT SAFETY BULLETIN2. FROM STATE TO STATE TABLE A Warranty for gas appliance heat exchangers only Product Cozy Gas Fired Floor Furnace Cozy Gas Fired Wall Furnace Cozy Gas Fired Vented Console Heater Cozy Gas Fired Direct Vent Heater Cozy Gas Fired Counterflow Furnace Cozy Gas Fired Counterflow Direct Vent Furnace Cozy Gas Fired Mobile Home Direct Vent Furnace Cozy Gas Fired Hi Efficient Direct Vent Wall Furnace Warranty Period 10 Years 10 Years 10 Years 10 Years 10 Years 10 Years 10 Years 10 Years LOUISVILLE TIN AND STOVE COMPANY P O Box 2767 Louisville Kentucky 40201 2767 ANAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAE ATAYA AYAYA A AY AAAA 3
3. VC351A VC501A VC701A CLOSED FRONT THERMOSTAT BULB L P VC202A VC352A VC502A VC702A RADIANT FRONT THERMOSTAT BULB NATURAL N A VCR351A VCR501A VCR701A RADIANT FRONT THERMOSTAT BULB LP N A VCR352A_ VCR502A VCR702A 20 26 26 24 30 30 L51 ISe g A INPUT BTU HR 20 000 35 000 50 000 70 000 GASINLET OUTLET SIZE 1 2X3 8 1 2X3 8 1 2X3 8 1 2X3 8 VENTSIZE ee es CENTER OF VENT TO FLOOR 3 21 1 2 NUMBER OF RADIANTS VCR SERIES 5 NUMBER OF RADIANT GLASS VCR SERIES A ns ot E E APPROX SHIPPING WEIGHT VC SERIES 112 LBS 138 LBS APPROX SHIPPING WEIGHT VCR SERIES 124LBS 150LBS OPTIONAL BLOWER MODEL CHB 3 CHB 3 INTRODUCTION THIS IS A GAS FIRED GRAVITY VENTED ROOM HEATER THAT WILL OPERATE SAFELY AND PROVIDE AN EFFICIENT SOURCE OF HEAT WHEN INSTALLED OPERATED AND MAINTAINED AS RECOMMENDED IN THESE INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS READ THESE INSTRCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLING SERVICING OR USING THIS APPLIANCE IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND ANY PART OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS CONSULT LOCAL AUTHORITIES OTHER QUALIFIED INSTALLERS SERVICE AGENCIES THE GAS SUPPLIER OR THE MANUFACTURER VENTING This heater must be connected to a properly installed and maintained venting system This heater is equipped with a vent safety shut off device Pilot outage will occur if the heater is not connected to a vent system Pilot outage may occur due to restriction or b
4. phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed bya qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any othe appliance CRITICAL SAFETY POINTS TO REMEMBER Your gas has been odorized so that you can smell it Always smell around for gas before lighting your appliance Sniff for L P gas at floor level LP gas is heavier than air and may temporarily exist at floor level If you smell gas do not attempt to light the pilot Do not cause a spark by turning on or off electrical switches or appliances or by using the phone Turn off the gas to the appliances and call your gas supplier from another location If your gas control has gotten wet as the result of flooding or other wetting it must be replaced immediately by a trained gas service technician Water can lead to damage of the internal safety mechanism in the gas control and can create a hazardous condition WV AKA VUNNNNNNN AAAAAAAA A era avn ata AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAS VACA AAT ATA erat ava eter esate VOTATA LIMITED WARRANTY The Louisville Tin amp Stove Co warrants to the original user the accompanying product for the period specified herein provided
5. said product is installed operated maintained serviced and used according to the instructions and specifications accompanying the product AS OUTLINED IN OUR INSTRUCTIONS ANY WARRANTY CONSIDERATIONS ARE CONTINGENT ON INSTALLATION BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER CONTRACTOR SELF INSTALLATION IS NOT RECOMMENDED AND MAY INVALIDATE YOUR WARRANTY If within a period of one year from the date of installation of the product any part supplied by the manufacturer proves to be defective due to workmanship or material it will replace such part provided parts have not been subjected to misuse alteration neglect or accidents The term of the warranty for the heat exchanger is covered in Table A below Any claim not made within ten 10 days after the expiration of the warranty period shall be deemed waived by the user The manufacturer shall have no liability or be required to perform any obligation under this warranty unless when requested the user returns at the user s expense the component or product claimed defective to the manufacturer for inspection to enable the manufacturer to determine if the claimed defect is covered by this warranty No charges for freight labor or other expenses incurred in the repair removal or replacement of any product or component claimed to be defective will be paid by the manufacturer to the user and the manufacturer will not be liable for any expenses incurred by the user in remedying any defect in
6. the product Service under this warranty is the responsibility of the installer In the event service under this warranty is needed the user of the product shall request such service directly from the installer If the user is unable to locate the installer the user should write directly to the manufacturer and the name of an alternative service source will be supplied The product safety registration card packed inside the appliance must be completed and returned to the factory THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WHETHER WRITTEN OR ORAL ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE MANUFACTURER S EXPRESS WRITTEN WARRANTY UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL THE MANUFACTURER BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR EXPENSES ARISING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY COMPONENT OR FROM THE USE THEREOF THE REMEDIES SET FORTH HEREIN SHALL BE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES AVAILABLE TO THE USER AND ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER REMEDIES SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY
7. 80062 22 90 Manifold 80112 17 10 Orifice Nut 80024 2 50 Burner Orifice Natural Gas 80169 3 40 Burner Orifice L P Gas 80167 3 40 Pilot Lighting Hole Cover 45332 1 60 Thermocouple 70096 11 90 Pilot Tubing Assy w Fittings 70012 6 60 Vent Safety Spill Switch VC 80099 9 60 Vent Safety Spill Switch VCR 80099 9 60 Wiring Harness w Bluebird N A N A Wiring Harness w ECO Fitting 80195 10 70 Control Rod 47360 6 50 Control Rod Grommet 80010 1 20 Temperature Control Knob 80318 4 40 Burner Steel 80126 57 10 Burner Mounting Plate Assy 45817 12 50 Casing Door 46445 7 20 Casing Door Latch 80005 1 20 Casing Door Knob 80055 1 60 Casing Left Side w Insulation 47140 38 00 Casing Right Side w Insulation 47150 39 40 Casing Back Assembly 47160 44 30 Casing Top Assy w Insulation 47100 74 30 VC Casing Front with Insulation 47110 74 30 VC Casing Trim Top amp Sides 47113 30 90 VC Casing Bottom Trim 47114 14 00 VC Casing Center Trim w Clips 47117 12 00 VCR Bezel Assembl 47610 69 10 VCR Upper Front Panel with Insulation 47585 36 40 VCR Lower Front Panel 47590 28 90 VCR Casing Upper Trim 47595 19 70 VCR Casing Lower Trim 47596 16 70 Cozy Logo Emblem 80006 80006 80006 9 30 Clips for Cozy Emblem 80007 2 20 80007 2 20 80007 2 20 Casing Base Assembly 45640 68 90 46460 76 90 47180 83 80 Leg Levellers 4 per heater 80009 1 50 80009 1 50 80009 1 50 Heat Exchanger
8. ALL GLASS AND RADIANTS AS FOLLOWS STEP 1 Remove three screws from under top of opening in bezel frame assembly STEP 2 Pull top of bezel down and lay aside STEP 3 Remove glass from bottom pad in shipping carton STEP 4 Remove carton containing radiants from cavity of combustion chamber STEP 5 Remove radiants from carton and install by tilting backwards and lifting at the same time into opening Place the radiants on the burner radiants supports The radiants must be straight Never operate heater if any radiant is tilted to front or rear Continued MAIN BURNER ORIFICE This appliance was shipped from the factory with an orifice sized to give the correct gas input using the gas for which the heater was equipped There may be local conditions such as variation in gas pressure or BTU content of the gas which may be cause for a change in the orifice The gas company supplying the fuel or the installing contractor should check the gas input rate If the rate exceeds the BTUH INPUT on the rating plate by 5 the orifice should be replaced with a smaller orifice by a qualified technician to reduce the input to the rating plate value The input rate may need to be adjusted for elevation See the following charts to determine the correct orifice size for your Model Number and elevation These orifice sizes are based on a heating value of 1020 for Natural Gas and 2500 for L P Gas CAUTION As elevation increases derat
9. Figure B and C If horizontal ducts are used the minimum free area shall be one square inch per 2 000 btu hr of total input rating of all gas appliances Fresh make up air can also be provided through a duct to one permanent opening commencing within 12 inches of the ceiling The minimum free area of this opening shall be one square inch per 3 000 btu hr of the total input rating of all gas appliances but not less than the sum of the areas of all vent connectors in the space See Figure D When calculating the amount of fresh air needed you must include make up air requirements for the operation of exhaust fans kitchen ventilation systems clothes dryers and fireplaces Additional information can be found in the latest edition of ANSI Z223 1 National Fuel Gas Code ALL COMBUSTION AIR FROM OUTDOORS THROUGH VENTILATED ATTIC UL Listed Vent Cap UL Listed Gas Vent Ventilation Louvers each end of attic Outlet Air Inlet Air Duct Ends 1 Ft 300 mm above floor FIGUREC Page 6 ALL COMBUSTION AIR FROM ADJACENT INDOOR SPACES THROUGH INDOOR COMBUSTION AIR OPENINGS UL Listed Vent Cap UL Jisted Gas Vent Opening FIGURE A ALL COMBUSTION AIR FROM OUTDOORS INLET AIR FROM VENTILATED CRAWL SPACE AND OUTLET AIR TO VENTILATED ATTIC UL Listed Vent Cap UL Listed Gas Vent Ventilation Louvers each end of attic Outlet Air louvers for unheated crawl space FIGURE B ALL COMBUSTION AIR FROM OUTDOORS THR
10. Gas Fired Vented Room Heater INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Ne CERTIFIED PROPANE GAS VC202A VC352A VC502A VC702A VCR352A VCR502A VCR702A This appliance is equipped with a safety control system designed to protect against improper venting of combustion products THIS UNIT IS NOT TO BE INSTALLED IN MOBILE HOMES P N 80900 REV 12 03 If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions Es If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire szga za department Z B Be pee TF CLOSED FRONT INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE The coating selected to provide longer life PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER to the heat exchanger may smoke slightly SERVICE AGENCY OR THE GAS S
11. Loosen connections at spill switch or Tighten connections ECO on gas valve Page 12 CHB 3 BLOWER INSTALLATION STEP 1 Run black wire and white wire that comes from bottom of junction box down through the heat shield See Figure A STEP 2 Insert junction box into opening in back of heater Attach using four 8x 1 2 black screws provided See Figure A STEP 3 Attach fan switch to fan switch bracket using two 8x1 2 plated Phillip head screws provided The 2 flange on the bottom of bracket and terminals on the fan switch should be toward the back of the heater when properly installed STEP 4 Locate the two engagement holes in base of heater On a 35 000 Btu heater these holes are approximately 6 1 2 from the back edge and right and left holes are 5 1 4 and 7 1 4 respectfully from the right side as viewed from back of heater On a 50 000 Btu heater the holes are approximately 10 3 4 from the back edge and right and left holes are 5 3 8 and 7 3 8 respectfully from the right side Attach fan switch bracket to base using two 8x 1 2 hex head screws provided This will require a 14 socket and ratchet See Figure A STEP 5 Locate the blower opening and mounting tab on the base of the heater Insert the front flange of the blower housing under the mounting tab lower the back of the blower down onto the base aligning the clearance holes in the blower base with the engagement holes in the heater base Secure the b
12. ON YOUR GAS CONTROL AND PILOT LIGHT SYSTEM FOR HEATING EQUIPMENT WHAT YOU DON T KNOW CAN HURT YOU Your pilot light system has been designed for safe and reliable operation Although safety mechanisms are built in the potential for hazard exists This information is intended to help you avoid these hazards WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS YOUR GAS CONTROL AND PILOT LIGHT SYSTEM Your gas control and pilot light system has a safety device whose purpose is to shut off the gas supply to the appliance if the pilot light goes out If you have trouble lighting the pilot or keeping it lit it may mean that this safety device is warning you that there is a problem with your system Inspection and repairs or replacement must be made by a trained gas service technician TAMPERING IS DANGEROUS The pilot safety system may also not work if you do not follow the lighting instructions carefully or if you tamper with the gas control that you use to light the pilot Tampering with the gas control particularly with tools can damage the safety mechanism in the control and can allow gas to leak This can result in a fire or explosion causing property damage personal injury or death IF YOU SMELL GAS DON T LIGHT IT IF YOU CAN T LIGHTIT DON T FIGHT IT ACA GO American Gas Association gama THIS IS NOT AN ADVERTISEMENT Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any
13. OUGH SINGLE COMBUSTION AIR OPENING UL Listed Vent Cap UL Listed Gas Vent Opening Alternate opening location FIGURE D DRAFT DIVERTER The draft diverter must be installed in the same atmospheric pressure zone as the combustion air supply for the main burner DOOR KNOB Remove from the inside of the casing door and assemble to the outside of the door VC201 and VC202 have finger holes in the door in lieu of knob j BN 3 34 IN 45 72 CM 86 36 CM Projection 2 IN 55 88 CM t 18 IN 45 72 CM CLEARANCES VC50 amp VC70 VCR50 amp VCR70 Page 7 CLEARANCES If the area where the appliance is to be installed contains carpeting tile or combustible materials other than wood flooring the appliance shall be installed on a metal plate stoveboard a wood panel or other non combustible materials The use of ceramic or quarry tile is acceptable and provides an appealing surface that is easily cleaned This material is to extend 2 inches from each side and 12 inches from the front It is advisable to extend this to the wall behind the appliance Clearances to combustibles are as follows e From jacket to adjacent side walls 2 on the 20 35 and 6 on the 50 70 Maintain adequate clearance on right side for accessibility e From rear surface vertical vent pipe to rear walls 6 e Fromrear of unit to rear wall 13 on 20 35 and 14 on the 50 70 e From top o
14. UPPLIER upon initial firing Provide adequate venti lation if this occurs WARNING Operation of this heater when not connected to a properly installed and maintained venting system or tampering with the vent safety shut off system can result in Carbon Monoxide CO poisoning and possible death This unit is not approved for installation in mobile homes greenhouses or environments involving dusty wet corrosive or explosive conditions Such conditions will invalidate the warranty and may create unsafe conditions TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIFICATIONS 0 0ee cere ee eee 2 RADIANTS amp GLASS PANELS 8 INTRODUCTION 000ccc cece eens 3 BURNER ORIFICE amp ORIFICE CHART 8 VENTING 34 PROPER BURNER FLAME takes GASSUPPLY 5 MAINTENANCE O E O LOCATION amp SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS 5 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS ieies 10 COMBUSTION amp VENTILATION AIR 6 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART EDE 11 12 CLEARANCES F BLOWER INSTRUCTIONS 13 DRAFTDIVERTER 7 PARTS DRAWING 0 c0cee cee seee 14 DOOR KNOB Piss basse REN aa Slt 7 PARTS PRICELIST 0000a aeaa 15 PILOT ADJUSTMENT RIEA RE A 8 WARRANT Y 00c sees ese eeeeeeaeeees 17 READ CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING UNIT These installation instructions are a general guide and do not supersede applicable local codes and ordinances Before planning or making the installation be sure it complies with all phases of the l
15. ance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperature and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the appliance Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the appliance Any safety screen guard or casing top removed for servicing a room heater must be replaced prior to operating the appliance Do not use this heater if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the heater and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water For purpose of identifying the sides of the heater When you are facing the front of the heater the right side has the access door and the left side is solid If heater is installed in a residential garage all burners and pilot must be above 18 Locate or protect heater so it cannot be damaged by a moving vehicle COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR When installed this gas appliance must be provided with fresh air for combustion ventilation and dilution of hot flue gases The minimum required volume of the area where the appliance is installed should be 50 cubic feet per 1 000 btu hr If installed in an area of the home that is considered an unc
16. appliance must be replaced it must be replaced with a wire of at least a 105 degree C temperature rating FIGURE B Page 13 MODELS INCLUDED VC Closed Front Circulators VCR Radiant Front Circulators CHB3 Blower Mr Contractor we only sell parts through our wholesalers but the prices listed are for your convenience For prompt parts service contact the wholesaler from which you purchased your Cozy heater NOTE Parts amp schematic drawings on current models are shown at www cozyheaters com REV 08 01 VENTED CONSOLE HEATER Prices and specifications subject to change without notice All prices are F O B factory NOTICE When ordering any component in the control train assembly specify either Honeywell or Robertshaw components HOW TO PROPERLY ORDER PARTS In addition to part description and part number please give model number and type of gas used This information can be found on the rating plate that is attached to rear of heater NAT V C501 VCR501A R VC701 VCR701A R MODEL NUMBER L P VC202A R C352 V CR352A R VC502 VCR502A R VC702 VCR702A R REF PART LIST PART LIST PART LIST PART LIST PART DESCRIPTION NO JNO PRICE NO PRICE NO PRICE NO PRICE Valve 7000ASTR 4 Nat Gas 84090 164 30 Valve 7OOOASTR 4 L P Gas 80088 164 30 Pilot Assy 0 140 504 L P Gas 80063 22 90 Pilot Assy 0 140 514 Nat Gas
17. as company or installer can supply you with this information If heater is undersized replace with correct size unit Temperature dial set too low Raise setting of temperature dial See Lighting and Shutting Down Instructions Incorrect gas supply pressure Check gas supply pressure and regulator pressure as outlined above Too much heat Temperature dial set too high Lower setting of temperature dial See Lighting and Shutting Down Instructions Combination control valve sticks open Replace combination control valve TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART AUTOMATIC PILOT amp VALVE Burner won t light Pilot flame too large or too small Re adjust pilot flame using adjustment on combination control valves See Fig 1 amp 1A Defective combination control valve Replace valve Pilot outage Dirt in pilot orifice Clean pilot orifice with air or solvent do not ream Pilot lighter door open Close pilot lighter door Defective automatic pilot section in Replace combination control valve combination control valve Defective thermocouple Replace thermocouple Vent safety shut off system See Venting section Pilot will not stay lit Pilot flame too large or too small Re adjust pilot flame using adjustment on combination when control knob control valves See Fig 1 amp 1A is released Defective thermocouple Replace thermocouple Defective gas valve Replace gas valve
18. d unit 5 Eliminate drafts 6 Pilot lighter door open causing 6 Close pilot lighter door disturbance of pilot flame 7 Improper venting 7 See Venting Page 2 8 Pressure regulator malfunction 8 Regulator must be adjusted by a qualified serviceman using proper tools and instruments Failure to ignite 1 Main gas off 1 Open all manual gas valves a Ee De o O Condensation of 1 Improper venting 1 See Venting fenervagor e Burner won t turn off 1 Defective or sticking automatic valve 1 Clean or replace valve 2 Excessive gas pressure The supply gas 2 To correct this situation contact the gas company pressure must not exceed 1 2 psi or 14 supplying the gas See Gas Supply water column TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART POOR HEATING RESULTS Incorrect gas input 1 Gas input not checked Re check gas input See Gas Supply 2 Clogged orifice Check orifices for clogging If clogged clean out the hole carefully with a smooth wood toothpick Do not in any way enlarge or distort it 3 Pressure regulator Regulator must be adjusted by a qualified serviceman using proper tools and instruments 4 Thermostat capillary tube damaged Replace gas valve TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART POOR HEATING RESULTS Cont d Not enough heat Heater undersized This is especially true when a dwelling or room is enlarged Have the heat loss calculated and compare to the heater output 70 of input Your g
19. eck should be made by a qualified service person More frequent cleaning may be required when exposed to the excessive lint conditions due to carpeting and bedding material etc Itis imperative that the control compartment burners and circulating air passageways of the heater be kept clean Any safety screen casing top or guard removed for servicing the heater must be replaced prior to operating heater If the venting system is not maintained in proper operating condition the vent safety shutoff will not allow heater to operate Periodic examination of the entire venting system as a routine part of the safety performance check is recommended on an annual basis It is advised that the pilot and main burner flames be checked at least twice during the heating season for any changes in flame characteristics See Figure 2 and Figure 3 THIS IS A GAS FIRED APPLIANCE KEEP THE AREA CLEAR OF GASOLINE AND OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS ALL COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL MUST BE KEPT CLEAR OF THIS AREA HAVE A QUALIFIED SERVICEMAN CHECK THE BURNER PERIODICALLY REMOVE AND CLEAN IF NECESSARY Page 9 MODELS VC201A VC202A VC351A VC352A VCS501A VC502A VC701A VC702A VCR351A VCR352A VCRS501A VCR502A VCR701A VCR702A FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BELORE EIGHIING A This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department When lighting the pilot fo
20. f heater to ceiling 34 on the 20 35 and 31 on the 50 70 e From top of heater to any overhanging projections such as a mantle or window sill is 22 on the 20 35 and 19 inches on the 50 70 models with a maximum horizontal extension of 18 inches The clearances around the air opening into the combustion chamber must be maintained and the burner must be kept clean Do not permit dust or dirt to accumulate here The other clearances previously mentioned must be maintained There must be adequate room provided and maintained around the heater for accessibility and for the flow of combustion and ventilation air PILOT ADJUSTMENT The pilot flame can be observed by opening the pilot lighting hole cover The pilot flame should surround the top 3 8 to 1 2 inch of the thermocouple see Figure 2 If the flame needs adjusting first locate the pilot adjustment screw cap and remove Adjustment screw is underneath see Figure 1 To increase the flame turn the pilot adjustment screw counterclockwise K To decrease the flame turn the screw clockwise 7 NOTE The pilot is unregulated If incoming line pressure is more than T w c Natural Gas or 11 w c for L P Gas the pilot flame size should be decreased Pilot flame should envelop 3 8 to 1 2 inch on the tip of the generator FIGURE 2 RADIANTS AND GLASS PANELS FOR ALL VCR MODELS See Figure 9 Replacement Parts Section INST
21. ing is necessary for the safe and proper operation of this heater Do not increase the Btu input rate by increasing the orifice size or gas pressure Allow for elevation derating when sizing gas heating equipment NATURAL GAS Model Oto No 2 000 2 000 4 000 4 000 6 000 6 000 8 000 8 000 10 000 8 ORDER KIT 49820 45 1 HIGH ALTITUDE KIT L P GAS SPECIFIC ELEVATIONS Model Oto 2 000 4 000 6 000 8 000 No 2 000 4 000 6 000 8 000 10 000 VC202 1 3mm VC352 1 65mm VC502 47 VC702 41 VCR352 1 65mm VCR502 47 VCR702_41 ORDER KIT 49820 45 1 HIGH ALTITUDE KIT STEP 6 Install glass panels by inserting top edge into upper retainer and lower into bottom support and slide glass into position Do not allow a crack between the two glass panels Never operate heater with either glass missing or cracked STEP7 Re install bezel by placing bezel tabs over lower front and swing bezel into position and secure with three screws Page 8 CAUTION There may be momentary and spasmodic orange flashes in the flame This is caused by the burning of air borne dust particles and is not to be confused with the yellow tipping which is a stable or permanent situation when there is insufficient primary air PROPER BURNER FLAME NAAN IRARARAARAAS Heeb eta et INNER MANTLE _ 1 4 OUTER MANTLE 3 5 FIGURE 3 SERVICE RECORD MAINTENANCE CLEANING To clean the front casing of your hea
22. izontal vent connector shall be not greater than 75 percent of the vertical height of the vent Any offsets used should be as far above the drafthood as possible to allow a venting action to begin before any restriction is encountered C Incorrect vent pipe C Use listed B type vent pipe Do not use transite or any other type of ceramic pipe for venting Do not use single wall pipe 4 Loose connections on the 4 Check the connection on both the switch and the gas valve Tighten if necessary vent safety wiring harness Page 3 VENTING 10 or Less Height above any roof surface SAA ithon 10 Mn g wi hon 0 horizontally FIGURE A FIGURE A CONNECTING THE VENT INTO Termination of vent must be Du AN EXISTING CHIMNEY securely guyed or braced if it Da than five 5 See SAFE See Venting 5 gt feet above roof Termination NOTE This may result Adiasram in the vent safety switch shutting down the pilot depending on size and draw of chimney FIGURE 7A Maintain 1 Clearance Support Laterals Firestop Support Assembly Vertical Vent Terminate vent at least 5 ft above draft hood FIGURE 7B RECOMMENDED Use proper size B pipe or chimney liner inside chimney FIGURE7C Page 4 GAS SUPPLY This vented room heater must be connected to a gas supply capable of supplying the appliances full rated capacity Provide a 1 8 inch N P T plugged tapping accessible fo
23. llow these instructions ex actly Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some hand don t try to repair it call a qualified service technician gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion VE AN SMELL GAS Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Do not try to light any appliance Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect Do not touch any electric switch do not use any phone the appliance and to replace any part of the control system in your building and any gas control which has been under water Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS STOP Read the information on the safety label Turn temperature control knob to OFF or it s lowest position Depress and turn gas control knob clockwise f7 to OFF position Pilot is located on end of combustion chamber above burner Gas Control Knob Push in gas control knob and holdin Immediately NOTE Knob can begin a series of pushing and releasing the red not be turned from piezo ignitor button while observing the pilot PILOT to OFF Continue to spark until pilot is lit Continue to unless knob i
24. lockage in the vent or if connected to a masonry chimney having an area greater than the vent size shown on Page 2 This appliance should be vented through a properly sized listed type B vent that has been constructed in accordance with the National Building Code If a horizontal section of vent is used it must slope upwards a minimum of inch per foot of length This heater must not be connected to a vent system being used for wood or coal burning appliances The use of more than one appliance per vent system will most likely cause the vent safety shut off device to shut off the heater due to the cooling of vent temperatures through the draft diverter of the second appliance In some situations the vent safety shut off may shut down the heater if a too large unlined masonry chimney is used Due to low vent temperatures associated with more efficient heaters it may take too long to get the vent action going in a chimney before the shut off device will shut down the heater If this is the case we recommend lining the chimney with the proper size type B vent pipe or type B chimney liner WARNING Do not bypass the vent safety shutoff switch To do so could expose the consumer to property damage personal injury or possible death The switch when activated will extinguish the pilot flame If the homeowner experiences this problem the vent system must be checked and corrected NOTE An existing vent that has worked for years may not be adequate for
25. lower to the base with two 8 screws provided See figure A STEP 6 Connect black wire from junction box to right fan switch terminal See Figure B STEP 7 Connect white wire from junction box to white fan motor wire See Figure B STEP 8 Connect black wire from fan motor to left fan switch terminal See Figure B STEP 9 Turn variable speed control switch clockwise rl as viewed from front of unit to OFF STEP 10 Plug power cord into 115 V grounded receptacle STEP 11 Turn variable speed control switch counterclockwise XN as viewed from front of unit from OFF to HIGH Blower will now cycle on automatically when the switch temperature is met after the main burner comes on The blower will continue to run for a short period after the main burner goes off Blower speed can be adjusted by setting the variable speed control switch between high and low WARNING This appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three prong receptacle Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug CAUTION Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation Verify proper operation after servicing Heat Shield Junction Control Fan Switch Bracket MOTOR SPEED CONTROL Blower Housing Tf any part of the original wire as suppied with the
26. ocal heating code Or in the absence of local codes with the latest edition of National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 or CAN1 B149 The appliance when installed must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the latest edition of National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22 1 All of the ANSI and NFPA standards referred to in these installation instructions are the ones that were applicable at the time the design of this appliance was certified The ANSI standards are available from the American Gas Association 1515 Wilson Blvd Arlington VA 22209 The NFPA standards are available from the national Fire Protection Association 60 Batterymarch Street Boston Massachusetts 02110 Canadian standards are available from International Approval Services 178 Rexdale Boulevard Etobicoke Ontario Canada M9W I1R3 The design of this appliance was certified to comply with ANSI Z21 11 1 vented room heaters and CAN1 2 1 M86 Installer must leave these instructions with the consumer have them complete and return the warranty card ROOM HEATER SPECIFICATIONS Your room heater comes packed in a single carton Before installation check the rating plate to verify that the Model Number is correct and that the room heater is equipped for the type gas you intend to use SPECIFICATIONS TYPE CONTROL MODEL NUMBERS CLOSED FRONT THERMOSTAT BULB NATURAL VC201A
27. onfined space the natural infiltration of air around windows and doors will be adequate If the area is considered a confined space less than 50 cubic feet per thousand btu fresh air can be supplied by providing two permanent openings into adjoining rooms Each opening shall have a minimum free area of one square inch per 1 000 btu per hour of the total input rating of all gas appliances in the confined space but not less than 100 square inches One of the openings shall be within 12 inches of the ceiling and one within 12 inches of the floor See Figure A If the home is of unusually tight construction new and remodeled homes free air must be supplied through opening s to the outdoors This can be accomplished by providing 2 permanent openings one commencing within 12 inches of the ceiling and one within 12 inches of the floor These openings shall communicate directly with the outdoors or spaces that communicate freely with the outdoors such as a ventilated attic and crawl space through galvanized or equivalent corrosion resistant ducts Exception unobstructed stud and joist spaces are acceptable ducts provided that not more than one fire block is removed Special provisions must be taken to insure that these stud and joist spaces cannot be blocked with insulation or other objects Each of these openings using vertical ducts shall have a minimum free area of one square inch per 4 000 btu hr of total input rating of all gas appliances See
28. r test gauge connection immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the appliance The minimum inlet pressure in the gas supply pipe should be 4 5 w c for Natural Gas and 11 0 w c for Propane Gas for the purpose of input adjustment The maximum inlet pressure in the gas supply pipe should never exceed 14 w c for either Natural or Propane Gas The gas supply piping should be sized in accordance with ANSI Z223 1 National Fuel Gas Code The normal manifold pressure should be 3 5 w c for Natural Gas and 10 0 w c for Propane Gas If the outlet pressure of the gas valve must be adjusted this should be done by a qualified serviceman using proper tools and instruments Check all connections with soapy water for possible gas leaks Never use a match candle or other ignition source It is recommended that pipe compound which is resistant to the action of liquefied petroleum gases be used Do not use Teflon tape or Teflon impregnated compound The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping during any pressure testing of that system at the test pressure in excess of 2 psig The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 2 psig LOCATION AND SPEICAL PRECAUTIONS Page 5 Due to high temperatures the appli
29. rrect orifice size for your Model Number and elevation 3 Pressure regulator malfunction 3 Regulator must be adjusted by a qualified serviceman using proper tools and instruments Noisy Flame 1 Noisy pilot 1 Reduce pilot gas with adjusting screw on combination gas Fig 1 2 Burr in orifice if it whistles or resonates 2 Remove burr or replace orifice Do not enlarge orifice 3 Excessive gas input 3 See Flame Too Large above Yellow tip flames Some 1 Clogged main burner ports 1 Clean main burner ports Do not enlarge ports yellow tipping on LP Gas 2 Clogged draft hood 2 Clean draft hood is permissible 3 Linted up air shutter 3 Check for dust or lint at air mixer opening and around the shutter Gas Odor 1 Chimney or flue obstruction 1 Clean flue 2 Drafts around heater 2 Eliminate drafts 3 Gas leak 3 Shut off gas service immediately Check piping Call gas company See For Your Safety Page 1 and Gas Supply Page 3 Delayed Ignition 1 Pilot flame too small 1 Check pilot orifice clean increase pilot gas flow if necessary by adjusting at combination control valve Fig 1 2 Burner ports clogged near pilot 2 Clean burner ports do not enlarge ports 3 Low gas pressure 3 Check gas supply pressure See Gas Supply 4 Pilot decreases in size when main 4 Supply piping is inadequately sized Consult local gas burners come on utility or competent installer 5 Drafts aroun
30. s hold the gas control knob in for about one 1 pushed in slightly minute after the pilot is lit Release the gas control Do not force knob and it will pop back up Pilot should remain lit If pilot goes out repeat steps 3 thru 9 If knob does not pop up when released STOP and immediately call your service technician or gas supplier If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries turn the gas control knob to OFF and call your service technician or gas supplier Close pilot lighting hole cover and casing Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the information on the safety label If you don t smell gas go to the next step Open casing door and pilot lighting hole cover Find pilot Follow metal pilot tube from gas control acts Locate red piezo ignitor button on top of heater Turn gas control knob counterclockwise YN Turn gas control knob counterclockwise y to to ON PILOT Turn temperature control knob to desired setting TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Turn the temperature control knob to it s lowest setting Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise Mto OFF Do not force Page 10 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART for qualified serviceman MAIN BURNER 1 Defective operator section of gas valve 1 Replace complete valve 2 Burner orifice too large 2 See orifice chart to determine the co
31. ter it is only necessary to use a soft cloth Light dust can be removed in this way To obtain a polish or gloss use a little light machine oil on the cloth Do not use metal polish or cleaning solution The burner ports should be kept free from lint and dust CLEANING OF COMBUSTION CHAMBER The combustion chamber of your console heater should never need to be cleaned if proper burner adjustment and gas pressures are maintained However if an unusual circumstance should occur the following procedure should be followed in cleaning your combustion chamber 1 Turn off gas supply to heater at manual valve in supply line to heater 2 Disconnect heater at ground joint union ahead of main gas valve 3 Remove main control and orifice assembly 4 Remove burner 5 Remove combustion chamber 6 Using a scraper scrape inside of a primary combustion chamber This should be area of heaviest accumulation of carbon 7 Remove plug bottom located in bottom rear of second combustion chamber Using a bottlebrush clean inside of this chamber Shake residue out the clean out hole 8 Clean the rear chamber by using bottlebrush through the vent tube openings 9 Replace combustion chamber burner and control Check all gas piping for leaks before lighting heater Repair service should be performed by qualified persons The heater should be inspected before initial use An annual cleaning of control compartment and safety performance ch
32. todays design because of higher efficiency requirements resulting in lower stack temperatures The following is a list of possible causes and corrective actions POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 1 Blockage in vent pipe 1 A Check vent pipe for blockage such as bird nest wasp nest twigs leaves etc 1 B Check that the vent cap is properly installed not shoved too far down on the vent pipe 2 Burner is over firin 2 A Check the manifold pressure 2 B Check the rate NOTE This appliance was orificed for elevations up to 2 000 feet When installed at higher elevations refer to orifice chart in main burner orifice section of instructions for proper orifice size and re orifice accordingly 3 Improper vent system 3 Correct vent system A Vent too short A The vent should not terminate less than 5 feet above the drafthood connection A gas vent extending through an exterior wall shall not terminate adjacent to the wall or below eaves or parapets Also the top of the vent must be at least 2 foot above any obstacles within a 10 foot radius including the roof See Figure A B Restriction in vent B All type B vent shall extend in a generally vertical direction with offsets not system caused by exceeding 45 degrees except that a vent system having not more than one 60 offsets degree offset may be allowed Any angle greater than 45 degrees from the vertical is considered horizontal The total horizontal run of a vent plus the hor
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