Empire Comfort Systems VFCT25-3 User's Manual
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1. Figure 19 Page 18 16937 4 0806 MILLIVOLT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS VFCR 25 ON OFF REMOTE Switch VFCR 25 is eguipped with an ON OFF REMOTE switch which is located on the wiring chase A wire harness is attached to the ON OFF REMOTE switch The brown black and green wires female push ons attach to the ON OFF REMOTE switch At the opposite end of the wire harness the black and green wires female push ons attach to the gas valve An additional brown wire and the black red wire which are stripped and bare will attach to the 750 millivolt wall thermostat accessory or to one of the other accessories that can be purchased for use with your log set Operation of ON OFF REMOTE Switch with no Accessories To ignite main burner turn the control knob on the gas valve from the PILOT position to the ON position Turn the ON OFF REMOTE switch from the OFF position to the ON position The additional brown wire and black red wire which are stripped and bare are not used Operation of ON OFF REMOTE Switch with Accessories 750 Millivolt Wall Thermostat Connect the brown and black red stripped and bare wires on the ON OFF REMOTE switch wire harness to the wall thermostat Turn the ON OFF REMOTE switch on the valve cover to the REMOTE position Set the wall thermostat to the desired temperature It is important to use wire of a gauge proper for the length of the wire2. N 0 THERMOCOUPLE THERMOCOUPLE LPG NATURAL Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern Figure 14 If pilot flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 14 See Troubleshooting page 19 Cleaning and Maintenance Pilot Oxygen Depletion Sensor Pilot When the pilot has a large yellow tip flame clean the Oxygen Depletion Sensor as follows 1 Clean the ODS pilot by loosening nut B from the pilot tubing When this procedure is required grasp nut A with an open end wrench 2 Blow air pressure through the holes indicated by the arrows This will blow out foreign materials such as dust lint and spider webs Tighten nut B also by grasping nut A 16937 4 0806 JA Figure 15 VFCM 25 AND VFCT 25 PILOT PILOT b O O THERMOCOUPLE THERMOCOUPLE LPG NATURAL Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Figure 16 y dA THERMOCOUPLE THERMOCOUPLE LPG CNATURAL Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern Figure 17 If pilot flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 17 See Troubleshooting page 19 Page 17 PILOT CHARACTERISTICS continued Cleaning and Maintenance Pilot Oxygen Depl
3. 5 Align and place 2 clearance holes on front legs of burner assembly over 2 rear weld studs in casing bottom 6 For VFCR 25 only attach green wire to the TH terminal on gas valve Attach black wire to the TH TP terminal on gas valve from wiring harness on valve cover plate 7 Attach three 3 knob extensions onto gas valve as shown in Figure 6 8 Align and attach 2 clearance holes on MV switch bracket as shown in Figure 6 onto 2 front weld studs in casing bottom with 2 10 24 nuts 9 Attach casting front onto casting sides as shown in Figure 7 16937 4 0806 FLANGE TOWARDS BACK RIGHT SIDE LEFT SIDE DETAIL VIEW 1 CASING 2 4 LEVELING BOLTS 1 Figure 5 RETAINING TABS ON FRONT 1 LOCATING TAB ON SIDE J Ny JN 8 8 SIDE VIEW Figure 7 Figure 6 16937 4 0806 Page 9 LOG PLACEMENT Every burner is shipped with a protective cover This cover must be removed before log placement The positioning of the logs is critical to the safe and clean operation of this heater Sooting and other problems may result if the logs are not properly and firmly positioned in the appliance PROPER INSTALLATION SEQUENCE 1 Install the rear log behind the pilot assembly directly on the pins on each side of the rear log shield 2 Install the
4. RECOMMENDED WIRE GAUGES Maximum Wire Length Gauge 1 to 10 18 10 to 25 16 25 to 35 14 750 Millivolt System When you ignite the pilot the thermocouple produces millivolts electrical current which energizes the magnet in the gas valve After 30 seconds to 1 minute time period you can release the gas control knob and the pilot will stay ON Allow your pilot flame to operate an additional one 1 totwo 2 minutes before you turn the gas control knob from the PILOT position to the ON position This time period allows the millivolts electrical current to build up to a sufficient level allowing the gas control to operate properly Wall Switch FWS 1 Connect the brown and black red stripped and bare wires on the ON OFF REMOTE switch wire harness to the wall switch Turn the ON OFF REMOTE switch on the valve cover to the REMOTE position Pivot the rocker switch on the FWS 1 to the ON position Battery Operated Remote Control FRBC 1 and FRBTC 1 Connect the brown and black red stripped and bare wires on the 16937 4 0806 ON OFF REMOTE switch wire harness to the remote receiver that is a component in the FRBC 1 and FRBTC 1 Turn the ON OFF REMOTE switch on the valve cover to the REMOTE position Follow instructions in the FRBC 1 and FRBTC 1 to complete installation Note If batteries fail in FRBC 1 or FRBTC 1 and immediate heat is desired turn the ON OFF REMOTE switch on valve cover from the REMOTE position to the ON posi
5. g Thermocouple damaged Replace thermocouple h Control valve damaged Replace control valve Main burner does not light after ODS pilot is lit a Main burner orifice clogged Clean main burner or replace main burner orifice b Main burner orifice diameter is too small Replace main burner orifice c Inlet gas pressure is too low Contact local gas company Pilot burning no gas to burner valve knob ON on off switch ON a On Off switch wall switch remote control or wires defective Check on off switch and wires for proper connections Place jumper wires across terminal at switch ifburner comes on replace defective switch If OK place jumper wires across switch wires at gas valve if burner comes on wires are faulty or connections are bad b Thermopile may not be generating sufficient millivolts If the pilot flame is not close enough physically to the thermopile clean the ODS pilot Be sure the wire connections from the thermopile at the gas valve terminals are tight and the thermopile is fully inserted into the pilot bracket Check the thermopile with a millivolt meter Take the reading at TH TP amp TP terminals of the gas valve The meter should read 350 millivolts minimum while holding the valve knob depressed in the PILOT position with the pilot lit and the ON OFF switch 16937 4 0806 10 11 12 13 14 15 in the OFF position Replace the faulty thermopile if the rea
6. Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand don t try to repair it call a qualified service technician Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water IGHTING INSTRUCTIONS MININ STOP Read the safety information label Make sure the manual shutoff valve is fully open This gas log set is equipped with an ignition device piezo which lights the pilot If piezo ignitor does not light the pilot refer to instructions for Match Lighting Turn gas control knob clockwise TT NN to the OFF position set the thermostat to the lowest setting and turn ON OFF switch to OFF position Wait ten 10 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information label If you do not smell gas go to the next step From O
7. Anunvented room heater having an input rating of more than 10 000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies Children and adults should be alerted to the hazard 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 with the appliance Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the appliance Keep burner and control compartment clean Installation and repair should be done by a QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON The appliance should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service person More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting bedding materials etc It is imperative that control compartments burners and circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean DO make a periodic visual check of pilot and burners Clean and replace damaged parts DO NOT use this room heater if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the room heater and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water Due to high surface temperatures keep children clothing and furniture away Under no circumstances should any solid fuels wood coal paper or cardb
8. aligned with the venturi Any misalignment of the burner orifice may be corrected by bending the shutter cap holding the orifice to the inlet of the venturi tube Ceiling Fans Portable Fans or Logs Installed Near Cold Air Returns Ceiling fans or oscillating floor type fans need to be monitored during the operation of vent free logs If the air blows directly into the flame causing it to impinge on the log set or firebox it should be turned off or redirected Ceiling fans could be reversed to possibly eliminate flame impingement and the floor fan could be redirected Upon installation be aware of any cold air returns or vents in the proximity of the log set Any draft created around a vent free log set can cause the flame to impinge on the log and create a sooting situation 16937 4 0806 WARNING Do not allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns WARNING Do not use a blower insert heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with this heater Candles Avoid the use of scented or decorative candles while the log set is in operation Candles produce a residue in the air that creates a soot like substance Burning candles while the log set is operating magnifies the problem It should be noted that candles in general produce soot The amount of time burned and the quantity of candles burned will determine the amount of soot produced and deposited Make O
9. be placed behind the gas valve and burner assembly 2 When facing the appliance the remote receiver must be placed to the left of the gas valve and burner assembly Refer to remote control installation and operating instructions for more details on remote control Page 19 OPERATING GUIDELINES Before operating this heater please review the safety warnings pages at the beginning of this manual and those precautions and warnings listed below 1 Know what type of ignition system this model has standing pilot and follow the applicable SAFETY and LIGHTING instructions 2 Check to ensure there are no gas leaks If you are unsure turn gas off to the heater and call a service person or your gas utility CAUTION Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the appliance WARNING Children and adults should be alerted to the hazard ofhigh 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 3 Tamperingis DANGEROUS and voids all warranties Any component that is found to be faulty must be replaced with an approved component Initial Lighting Figure 20 Upon completing the gas line or turning the gas valve ON after it has been in the OFF position a small amount of air will be in the lines When first lighting the appliance it will take a few minutes for the lines to purge thems
10. control which has been under water a LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS PILOT THERMOCOUPLE THERMOCOUPLE LPG NATURAL F Hold control knob in for an additional 10 seconds to prevent the ODS pilot from shutting off the gas while the thermocouple is warming up Release the control knob If the knob does not pop out when released stop and immediately call your service technician or gas supplier If the ODS pilot will not stay lit after several tries push and turn the gas control knob clockwise OFF and wait 15 seconds Repeat steps 6 through 9 Push in control knob and turn to desired setting 1 2 3 The control knob must be set at either the low or high position and the control knob will pop out when positioned correctly Do not set the control knob at a position between pilot 1 2 3 TOTURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE N 16937 4 0806 VFCR 25 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS NNN FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING N 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 hand B When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas 18 heavier than air and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
11. front log in front of the grate The log is located into a notch area in the front grate area Refer to Figure 8 for the following warning Warning Failure to position the parts in accordance with this diagram or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury During initial operation of the new heater burning logs will give off a paper burning smell and orange flames will be present Simply open the windows for a few hours to vent the odor Figure 8 PLACEMENT OF GLOWING EMBERS rock wool Provided with the log set is a small bag of glowing embers rock wool to be placed between logs on the flat metal surface of the burner Placement of the glowing embers rock wool is very individual and light coverage of the areas indicated will provide your best effects We recommend separation of the rock wool by hand and make your coverage as light and fluffy as possible Place just enough rock wool on the burner to obtain the glow and a gold yellow flame Page 10 Do not place rock wool over large ports in rear portion of burner Rock wool should not be placed in the area of the pilot assem bly Replacement of loose material glowing embers must be purchased from Empire Comfort Systems Inc Application of excess loose material glowing embers may adversely affect performance of the heater WARNING All previously applied loose material must be
12. must be placed immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the appliance 2 The appliance and its appliance main gas valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa 3 The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its equipment shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa Attention If one of the above 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 Checking Manifold Pressure VFCR 25 Natural gas will havea manifold pressure of approximately 3 5 w c 871kPa for maximum input or 1 7 w c 423kPa for minimum input at the pressure regulator outlet with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum of 4 5 w c 1 120kPa for the purpose of input adjustment to a maximum of 10 5 w c 2 614kPa VFCM 25 and VFCT 25 Natural gas will have a manifold pressure of approximately 6 0 w c 1 49kPa at the pressure regulator outlet with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum of 7 0 w c 1 74kPa for the purpose of input adjustment a maximum of 10 5 w c 2 615kPa VFCR 25 Propane gas will have a manifold pressure approximately 10 0 w c 2 49kPa for maximum input or 6 3 w c 1 5
13. provide additional combustion and ventilation air Page 6 Warning If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that defined as an unconfined space or if the building is of unusually tight construction provide adequate combustion and ventilation air by one of the methods described in the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 Section 5 3 or applicable local codes Unusually Tight Construction The air that leaks around doors and windows may provide enough fresh air for combustion and ventilation However in buildings of unusually tight construction you must provide additional fresh air Unusually tight construction is defined as construction where a Walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm or less with openings gasketed or sealed and b Weatherstripping has been added on openable windows and doors and c Caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as joints around window and door frames between sole plates and floors between wall ceiling joints between wall panels at penetrations for plumbing electrical and gas lines and at other openings Ifthe heater is installed ina building of unusually tight construction adequate air for combustion ventilation and dilution of flue gases shall be provided in accordance with ANSI Z223 1 NFPA54 16937 4 0806 GAS SUPPLY Check all local codes for requirements especially for the size and typ
14. set thermostat if present to lowest setting If applicable Turn off all electric power to the heater front of the rear log If piezo ignitor does not light the pilot refer to Match Lighting Instructions 16937 4 0806 Page 15 25 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS NNN FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING MH 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 hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor 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 neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand don t try to repair it call a gualified service technician Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appl
15. 68kPa for minimum input at the pressure regulator outlet with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum of 11 0 w c 2 739kPa for the purpose of input adjustment to a maximum of 13 0 w c 3 237kPa VFCM 25 and VFCT 25 Propane gas will have a manifold pressure approximately 10 0 w c 2 49kPa at the pressure regulator outlet with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum of 11 0 w c 2 739kPa for the purpose of input adjustment to a maximum of 13 0 w c 3 237kPa NOTE The gas control is equipped with a captured screw type pressure test point therefore it is not necessary to provide a 1 8 test point up stream of the control A test gauge connection is located downstream of the gas appliance pressure regulator for measuring gas pressure The connection is a 1 8 inch 3mm plugged tapping Page 7 CLEARANCES When facing the front of the appliance the following minimum clearances to combustible construction must be maintained Top of appliance ceiling 36 inches Rear Wall 3 inches Side Wall 6 inches Heater Comers 45 angle to Wall 4 inches Floor 0 inches Provide adeguate clearances around air openings Adeguate accessibility clearances for purposes of servicing and proper operation must be provided Installation on Rugs and Vinyl If this appliance is installed directly on carpeting vinyl or other combustible material other than wood flooring the appliance shall be insta
16. 9 5mm 3 8 9 5mm 3 8 9 5mm Stove Casting Requires VFCR 25 VFCT 25 VFCM 25 VFCI FB Vent Free Cast Iron Stove Painted Black Accessories for VFCR 25 Only TMV Wall Thermostat Millivolt Reed Switch FRBC Battery Operated Remote Control FRBTC Battery Operated Remote Control with Thermostat FREC Electric Remote Control FWS 1 Wall Switch 16937 4 0806 Page 5 WATER VAPOR BY PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS Water vapor is a by product of gas combustion unventedroom heater produces approximately one 1 ounce 30ml of water for every 1 000 BTU s 3K W s of gas input per hour Unvented room heaters must be used as supplemental heat a room rather than a primary heat source an entire house In most supplemental heat applications the water vapor does not create a problem In most applications the water vapor enhances the low humidity atmosphere experienced during cold weather The following steps will help insure that water vapor does not become a problem 1 Besurethe heateris sized properly for the application including ample combustion air and circulation air 2 If high humidity is experienced a dehumidifier may be used to help lower the water vapor content of the air 3 Do not use an unvented room heater as the primary heat source an entire house PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION amp VENTILATION AIR This heater shall not be installed in a confined s
17. ER REPAIR PARTS Parts can be ordered only through your service person or dealer For best results the service person or dealer should order parts through the distributor Parts can be shipped directly to the service person dealer All parts listed in the Parts List have a Part Number When ordering parts first obtain the Model Number from the name plate on your equipment Then determine the Part Number not the Index Number and the Description of each part from the following appropriate illustration and list Be sure to give all this information Unvented Heater Model Number Part Description Unvented Heater 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 Empire Comfort Systems Inc 918 Freeburg Ave Belleville Illinois 62220 16937 4 0806 Page 23 SERVICE NOTES Empire Comfort Systems Inc Nine Eighteen Freeburg Belleville Illinois 62222 0529 Page 24 PH 1 800 851 3153 PH 1 618 233 7420 FAX 1 800 443 8648 FAX 1 618 233 7097 E MAIL info empirecomfort com WEB SITE www empirecomfort com 16937 4 0806
18. F tLe VFCM 25 Figure 10 ja E LD n Al 25 Figure 11 25 Figure 12 13 VFCM 25 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 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 hand B When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas 18 heavier than air and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire STOP Read the safety information 3 Make sure the manual shutoff valve is fully open This heater is equipped with an ignition device piezo which automatically lights the pilot Refer to Figure 11 for the location of the piezo ignitor and control knob Push in gas control knob slightly and turn control knob clockwise N to the OFF position NOTE Knob cannot be turned to OFF unless knob is pushed in slightly Do not force O C
19. FF position turn the gas control knob counterclock wise amp gt to Pilot position Push in and hold control knob for 5 seconds THERMOPILE THERMOCOUPLE A LPG N Ea PILOT THERMOCOUPLE YI III With the control knob pushed in push and release the piezo ignitor button to light the ODS pilot The pilot is located on the right rear side of the heater behind the front log and in 8 Continue pushing the control knob in for a further 60 seconds to prevent the flame detector from shutting off the gas while the probe is warming up Release the control knob Turn gas control knob counterclockwisex to the ON position After the pilot has been lit for one minute the burner can be turned on Turn the ON OFF switch to ON position or adjust thermostat to desired setting If the gas logs will not operate follow the instructions To Turn Off Gas To Appliance and call your service technician or gas supplier Wait 30 seconds before readjusting the heater when the control knob has been turned down to a lower setting PIEZO IGNITOR REGULATOR CONTROL KNOB TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE IN 1 Turn control knob clockwise to OFF position to 2 Ifapplicable Turn ON OFF switch to OFF position and or completely shut off the heater
20. HE AEA Thisappliancemaybeinstalledinanaftermarket permanently located manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by local codes This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases WARNING If the information in these instruc tions are 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 flamma ble 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 suppli er s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier 16937 4 0806 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER S MANUAL CAST IRON UNVENTED ROOM HEATER MODELS VFCM 25 3 VFCR 25 3 VFCT 25 3 EFFECTIVE DATE AUGUST 2006 Installer Leave this manual with the appli ance Consumer Retain this manual for future refer ence This is an unvented gas fired heater It uses air oxygen from the room in which it is installed Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilat
21. ONLY 3 R 5027 CASTING SIDE RIGHT 8 R 4982 GAS VALVE NAT ONLY eye TN KON 8 R 4981 GAS VALVE LPG ONLY 5 10659 CASING BOTTOM ASSEMBLY 9 10526 GRATE ASSEMBLY COMPLETE 10541 CASING TACK 10 R 2784 INLET REGULATOR NAT ONLY 10 R 2480 INLET REGULATOR LPG ONLY 11 10546 MANUAL VALVE COVER FORWARD 12 R 5024 MANUAL CONTROL ROD 13 R 5040 CONTROL KNOB 14 R 2313 PIEZO IGNITOR NS 254 46 ORIFICE NAT ONLY NS P 214 453 ORIFICE LPG ONLY NS R 1652 VALVE NUT NS 10503 TUBING ASSEMBLY REGULATOR TO VALVE NS 10504 TUBING ASSEMBLY VALVE TO VEN TURI NS 10978 TUBING ASSEMBLY VALVE TO PILOT VECR 25 ONLY 15 10528 GRATE ASSEMBLY COMPLETE 16 R 4323 GAS VALVE NAT ONLY 16 R 4324 GAS VALVE LPG ONLY 7 R 4992 KNOB EXTENSION PIEZO 18 R 4990 KNOB EXTENSION HI LOW 19 R 4991 KNOB EXTENSION ON OFF PILOT 20 10985 MV SWITCH BRACKET VALVE FOR WARD 21 R 5282 MV COVER PLATE FORWARD 24 R 3436 REMOTE OFF ON SWITCH NS P 214 453 ORIFICE LPG ONLY NS P 256 41 ORIFICE NAT ONLY NS R 4641 REPLACEMENT PIEZO FOR HONEY WELL VALVES REPAIR NS 10508 TUBING ASSEMBLY VALVE TO VEN TURI NS 10509 TUBING ASSEMBLY VALVE TO PILOT NS R 4579 SWITCH WIRE HARNESS 25 ONLY 10 R 2784 INLET REGULATOR NAT ONLY USE ONLY MANUFACTURER S REPLACEMENT PARTS USE OF ANY OTHER PARTS COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH Page 22 16937 4 0806 PARTS VIEW ee bY tS ST W 9 62 HOW TO ORD
22. ONTROL KNOB INDICATOR GAS CONTROL KNOB SHOWN IN OFF POSITON Wait ten 10 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow the instructions under What To Do If You Smell Gas If you do not smell gas go to the next step From OFF position push in gas control knob slightly and turn counterclockwise to the PILOT position Push in and hold control knob for 5 seconds NOTE If you are running the heater for the first time it will be necessary to press in the control knob for 30 seconds to allow air to bleed out of the gas piping With the control knob pushed in push and release the piezo ignitor button to light the ODS pilot The pilot is located on the right rear side of the heater behind the front log and in front of the rear log If piezo ignitor does not light the pilot refer to Match Lighting Instructions Turn control knob clockwise to OFF position to completely shut off the heater Page 14 department Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand don ttry to repair it call a qualified service technician Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas
23. achusetts Sellers of unvented propane or natural gas fired supplemental room heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy of 527 CMR 30 upon sale of the unit The installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 2223 1 NFPA 54 Available from the American National Standards Institute Inc 11 West 42nd St New York N Y 10036 High Altitudes For altitudes elevations above 2 000 feet 610m ratings should be reduced at the rate of 4 percent for each 1 000 feet 305m above sea level Contact the manufacturer or your gas company before changing spud orifice size Well Head Gas Installations Some natural gas utilities use well head gas This may affect the Btu output of the unit Contact the gas company for the heating value Contact the manufacturer or your gas company before changing spud orifice size WARNING Failure to keep the primary air opening s of the burner s clean may result in sooting and property damage SPECIFICATIONS Model 25 25 25 Input BTU HR KW H Max LP NAT 25 000 7 3 25 000 7 3 25 000 7 3 Medium 20 000 5 9 Min LP NAT 17 500 5 1 15 000 4 4 17 500 5 1 Height 26 3 4 679mm 26 3 4 679mm 26 3 4 679mm Width 26 1 4 666mm 26 1 4 666mm 26 1 4 666mm Depth 17 1 8 434mm 17 1 8 434mm 17 1 8 434mm Gas Inlet 3 8
24. cate and correct all leaks b Control valve defective Replace control valve Gas odor during combustion a Foreign matter between logs and main burner remove foreign matter b Gas leak Locate and correct all leaks Page 21 PARTS LIST ATTTENTION When ordering parts it is very important that part number and description of part coincide Index Part Index Part No Number Description No Number Description VFCM 25 VFCR 25 VFCT 25 COMMON PARTS i m 10977 LOG SUPPORT 14 R 2313 PIEZO IGNITOR 2 R 4939 LOG 1 22 11386 GRATE ASSEMBLY COMPLETE 3 FO LOG 23 R 5685 GAS VALVE NAT ONLY 4 R 5170 VLCI 16M amp VLCI 16T LPG 7 yi Cue VALVE LECON NS 254 46 ORIFICE NAT ONLY 4 R 5171 ons VLCI 16M amp VLCI 16T NAT NS LA 4 R 3623 ODS PILOT VLCI 16MV LPG ONLY NS 11389 ae ASSEMBLY REGULATOR TQ 4 R 3624 ODS PILOT VLCI 16MV NAT ONLY n NS 11390 ASSEMBLY VALVE TO VEN 6 10531 NS 11391 TUBING ASSEMBLY VALVE TO PILOT 7 10530 BURNER SUPPORT RIGHT WELDED AS SEMBLY NS R 5695 AIR SHUTTER 1 4 MIN OPENING NAT NS R 5675 AIR SHUTTER FULLY OPENED LPG Parts List for Stove Casting NS P 253 ORIFICE FITTING ANGLED Index Part NS P 251 COUPLING NAT ONLY NS R 5668 IGNITOR WIRE No Number Description NS 15970 ROCK WOOL CASTING 2 R 5028 CASTING SIDE LEFT VFCM 25
25. ding is below the specified minimum With the pilot in the ON position disconnect the thermopile leads from the valve Take a reading at the thermopile leads The reading shouldbe 350 millivolts minimum Replace thethermopile if the reading is below the minimum Defective valve Turn valve knob to ON Place ON OFF switch to ON Check with millivolt meter at thermopile terminals Millivolt meter should read greater than 200 millivolts If the reading is okay and the main burner does not ignite replace the gas valve d Plugged main burner orifice Check main burner orifice for blockage and remove Delayed ignition of main burner a Manifold pressure is too low Contact local gas company b Main burner orifice clogged Clean main burner and main burner orifice If burning at main burner orifice occurs a loud roaring blow torch noise a You must turn off burner assembly and contact a qualified service person b Main burner orifice is clogged or damaged Clean main burner and main burner orifice or replace main burner orifice c Damaged main burner Replace damaged main burner d Gas regulator defective Replace gas regulator Yellow flame in front section of main burner during main burner combustion a Not enough Check main burner for dirt and debris If found clean main burner b Gas regulator defective replace gas regulator Slight smoke or odor during initial operation a R
26. ds are on something else Thinking about smelling a gas odor can make it easier to smell The odorant in LP gas is colorless and it can fade under some circumstances For example if there is an underground leak the movement of the gas through soil can filter the odorant Odorants in LP Gas also are subject to oxidation This fading can occur if there is rust inside the storage tank or in iron gas pipes The odorant in escaped gas can adsorb or absorb onto or into walls masonry and other materials and fabrics in a room That will take some of the odorant out of the gas reducing its odor intensity LP Gas may stratify in a closed area and the odor intensity could vary at different levels Since it is heavier than air there may be more odor at lower levels Always be sensitive to the slightest gas odor If you detect any odor treat it as a serious leak Immediately go into action as instructed earlier SOME POINTS TO REMEMBER Learn to recognize the odor of LP gas Your local LP Gas Dealer can give you a Scratch and Sniff pamphlet Use it to find out what the propane odor smells like If you suspect that your LP Gas has a weak or abnormal odor call your LP Gas Dealer If you are not qualified do not light pilot lights perform service or make adjustments to appliances on the LP Gas system If you are qualified consciously think about the odor of LP Gas prior to and while lighting pilot lights or performing service or making ad
27. e of gas supply line required Note Never use plastic pipe Check to confirm whether your local codes allow copper tubing or galvanized Note Since some municipalities have additional local codes it is always best to consult your local authority and installation code Recommended Gas Pipe Diameter Schedule 40 Pipe Inside Diameter Nat LP 1 2 3 8 12 7mm 9 5mm 1 2 1 2 12 12 7mm 1 2 1 2 12 7mm 12 7mm 3 4 1 2 19mm 12 7mm Pipe Length Feet Tubing Type L Outside Diameter Nat LP 1 2 3 8 12 7mm 9 5mm 5 8 1 2 15 9mm 12 7mm 3 4 1 2 19mm 12 7mm 7 8 3 4 22 2mm 19mm 0 10 10 40 40 100 100 150 FLEXIBLE GAS LINE CONNECTION GAS SUPPLY TEE HANDLE APPIE J NIPPLE 159 O N 0 0 O FLARE FITTING FLEX TUBING RIGID GAS LINE CONNECTION FLARE SHUT OFF VALVE CLOSE NIPPLE 3 8 NPT NIPPLE TEE HANDLE N OFF VALVE NPT GAS SUPPLY NPT UNION Figure 1 Installing a New Main Gas Cock Each appliance should have its own manual gas cock A manual main gas cock should be located in the vicinity of the unit Where none exists or where its size or location is not adeguate contact your local authorized installer for installation or relocation Compoundsused on threaded joints of gas piping shallberesistant to the action of liguefied petroleum gases The gas l
28. e new internal rusting could occur If the valve is left open then treat the container as a new tank Always be sure your container is under vapor pressure by turning it off at the container before it goes completely empty or having it refilled before it is completely empty 16937 4 0806 INTRODUCTION Instructions to Installer 1 Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after installation 2 Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card supplied with unvented room heater 3 Installershouldshow owner how to start and operate unvented room heater Always consult your local Building Department regarding regulations codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of an unvented room heater This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by state or local codes Aftermarket Completion ofsale not for purpose of resale from the manufacturer This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate WARNING ANY CHANGE TO THIS HEATER OR ITS CONTROLS CAN BE DANGEROUS Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an appliance must be replaced prior to operating the heater General Information This unvented heater is design certified in accordance with American National Standards Institute Z21 11 2 by the Canadian Standards Association as an Unvented Room Heater and should be installed acc
29. elves of this air Once the purging is complete the appliance will light and operate satisfactorily Subsequent lightings of the appliance will not require such purging if the gas valve is not turned to OFF Standing Pilot Operation 1 Follow the SAFETY and LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS for standing pilot controls found in this manual and on labels found attached to the appliance CAUTION During the initial purging and subsequent lightings never allow the gas valve control knob to remain depressed in the pilot position without pushing the piezo ignitor button at least once every second 2 During the heating season leave the control valve knob in the ON position This will allow the pilot flame to remain lit Turn the burner flame on or off with the appliance ON OFF rocker switch wall switch remote control kits or 750 millivolt wall thermostat NOTE The VFCR 25 gas control valve allows you to increase or decrease the height of the main burner flame The control valve has a pressure regulator with a knob as shown in Figure 20 Rotate the knob clockwise to HI to increase the flame height and counterclockwise to LO to decrease the flame height 3 When the heating season is over turn the on off switch to OFF and the control valve to OFF The system including the pilot light will be shut down CONTROL KNOB Figure 20 Maximum and Minimum Input The gas valve on the appliance allows the input to adjust between a max
30. esidues from manufacturing processes and logs curing Problem will stop after a few hours of operation Heater produces a whistling noise when main burner is lit a Turning control knob to HI position when main burner is cold Turn control knob to LO position and let warm up for a minute b Air in gas line Operate main burner until air is removed from line Have gas line checked by local gas company Airpassageways heater blocked Observe minimum installation clearances see page 8 d Dirty or partially clogged main burner orifice Clean main burner and main burner orifice or replace main burner orifice Heater produces a clicking ticking noise just after main burner is lit or shut off a Metal expanding while heating or contracting while cooling This is common with most heaters If noise is excessive contact service person Heater produces unwanted odor a Heater burning vapors from paint hair spray glues cleaners chemicals new carpet etc Open window to ventilate room Stop using odor causing products while heater is operating b Low fuel supply Refill supply tank c Gas leak Locate and correct all leaks Heater shuts off in use ODS operates a Not enough fresh air is available Open window and or door for ventilation b Low line pressure Contact local gas company c ODS pilot is partially clogged Clean ODS pilot Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position a Gas leak Lo
31. etion Sensor Pilot T N ill When the pilot has a large yellow tip flame clean the Oxygen a 7 Ei 1 Depletion as follows 1 Clean the ODS pilot by loosening nut B from the pilot tubing O A When this procedure is required grasp nut A with an open end wrench 2 Blow air pressure through the holes indicated by the arrows This will blow out foreign materials such as dust lint and spider webs Tighten nut B also by grasping nut A Figure 18 WIRING Wiring Diagram for VFCR 25 REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER THERMOSTAT CONTROLE E DISTANCE DU RECEPTEUR GAS VALVE VALVE DE GAZ COPTIONAL WALL SWITCH INTERRUPTEUR MURAL REMOTE OFF ON SWITCH FACULTATIVE A DISTANCE OUVERT FERME INTERRUPTEUR 0 110 THERMOSTAT FACULTATIVE THERMOSTAT OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER FACULTATIVE CONTR LE DISTANCE DU R CEPTEUR REMOTE OFF ON SWITCH DISTANCE OUVERT FERME INTERRUPTEUR BROWN BRUN J BLACK RED NOIR ROUGEY OFF BLACK NOIR THERMOCOUPLE ON GREEN VERTE THERMOPILE THERMOCOUPLE NATURAL I ANY OF THE 081610 WIRE AS SUPPLIED WITH THIS UNIT MUST BE REPLACED IT MUST BE REPLACED WITH 18 150 C WIRE OR ITS EQUIVALENT
32. ian or gas supplier Turn gas control knob counterclockwise 4 to HIGH Turn on all electric power to appliance if applicable Set thermostat gas control knob to desired setting from HIGH to LOW TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1 2 Set thermostat gas control knob to lowest setting Turn off all electric power to appliance if service is to be performed if applicable Page 16 3 Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to OFF tmn Do not force 16937 4 0806 PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS Figures 13 and 16 show acorrect pilot flame pattern The correct flame will be blue and will extend beyond the thermocouple The flame will surround the thermocouple just below the tip A slight yellow flame may occur where the pilot flame and main burner flame meet Figures 14 and 17 show an incorrect pilot flame pattern The incorrect pilot flame is not touching the thermocouple This will cause the thermocouple to cool When the thermocouple cools the heater will shut down ON PILOT VFCR 25 PILOT O y THERMOCOUPLE THERMOCOUPLE LPG NATURAL Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Figure 13 ON PILOT
33. iance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water 888 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS MINNI STOP Read the safety information above Set thermostat gas control knob to lowest setting Turn off all electric power to the appliance if appli cable Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise e OFF Do not force PIEZO CONTROL KNOB IGNITOR INDICATOR CONTROL GAS CONTROL KNOB SHOWN IN OFF POSITION Wait ten 10 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information above If you don t smell gas go to the next step Find pilot the pilot is located in front of rear log 7 THERMOCOUPLE __THERMOCOUPLE LPG 1 1 NATURAL No NAF Turn manual gas control knobcounterclockwise to PILOT Push in manual gas control knob all the way and hold in Repeatedly push the piezo ignitor button until pilot is lit or use a match to light pilot Continue to hold the control knob in for about one 1 minute after the pilot is lit Release knob and it will pop back up Pilot should remain lit If it goes out repeat steps 2 through 6 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 technic
34. imum input of 25 000 Btuh for Natural gas and Propane gas to a minimum input of 17 500 Btuh for VFCR 25 and VFCT 25 and 15 000 Btuh for VFCM 25 The maximum input provides the greatest amount of yellow flame and ember glow on the log set The minimum input substantially decreases the yellow flame and ember glow on the log set MAINTENANCE Warning Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning After use cleaning of the main burner may be required for the proper flame The main burner may be cleaned by applying air pressure to the ports on the main burner Cleaning the Log Set and Firebox During the annual inspection and maintenance appointment the service person should clean dust lint and any light accumulation from the logs and the firebox area An extra soft brush should be used on the logs as they are extremely fragile a vacuum cleaner may be used on the firebox If at any time the logs cannot be removed or installed without forcing the cause must be found The logs must never be forced CAUTION The logs are durable when handled and installed properly However they are delicate and may be damaged easily if not handled with care Handling damage to the logs is not covered by warranty DO NOT HANDLE LOGS WHILE THEY ARE HOT ALLOW PLENTY OF TIME FOR THEAPPLIANCE TO COOL COM PLETELY BEFORE HANDLING Page 20 Maintenance amp Service Instructions IMPORTANT Turn off gas before servicing appliance It is recommended that a co
35. ines must be checked for leaks by the installer This should be done with a soap solution watching for bubbles on all exposed connections and if unexposed a pressure test should be made Never use an exposed flame to check for leaks Appliance must be disconnected from piping at inlet of control valve and pipe capped or plugged for pressure test Never pressure test with appliance connected control valve will sustain damage A gas valve and ground joint union should be installed in the gas line upstream of the gas control to aid in servicing It is reguired 16937 4 0806 by the National Fuel Gas Code that a drip line be installed near the gas inlet This should consist of a vertical length of pipe tee connected into the gas line that is capped on the bottom in which condensation and foreign particles may collect Method of Installing a Tee Fitting Sediment Trap The use of the following gas connectors is recommended ANSZ21 24 Appliance Connectors of Corrugated Metal Tubing and Fittings ANS Z21 45 Assembled Flexible Appliance Connectors of Other Than All Metal Construction The above connectors may be used if acceptable by the authority having jurisdiction The state of Massachusetts requires that a flexible appliance connector cannot exceed three feet in length Pressure Testing of the Gas Supply System 1 To check the inlet pressure to the gas valve a 1 8 3mm N P T plugged tapping accessible for test gauge connection
36. ion air must be provided Refer to page 6 WARNING If not installed operated and main tained in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions this product could expose you to substances in fuel or from fuel combustion which can cause death or serious illness WATER VAPOR A BY PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS Water vapor is a by product of gas combustion An unvented room heater produces approximately one 1 ounce 30ml of water for every 1 000 BTU s 3K W s of gas input per hour Refer to page 6 Page 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION Important Safety Information Safety Information for Users of LP Gas Introduction Specifications Water Vapor A By Product of Unvented Room Heaters Provisions for Adeguate Combustion and Ventilation Air Gas Supply Clearances Assembly of Cast Iron Outer Casing Stove Casting Log Placement Placement of Glowing Embers Important Guidelines VFCR 25 VFCT 25 Photos Operation Instructions Flame Appearance VFCM 25 Lighting Instructions VFCR 25 Lighting Instructions VFCT 25 Lighting Instructions Pilot Flame Characteristics Troubleshooting Parts List Parts View How to Order Repair Parts Service Notes Page 2 16937 4 0806 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION THIS IS A HEATING APPLIANCE DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT FRONT PANEL INSTALLED Anunvented room heater having an input rating of more than 6 000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bathroom
37. justments Sometimes a basement or a closed up house has a musty smell that can cover up the LP Gas odor Do not try to light pilot lights perform service or make adjustments in an area where the conditions are such that you may not detect the odor if there has been a leak of LP Gas Odor fade due to oxidation by rust or adsorption on walls of new cylinders and tanks is possible Therefore people should be particularly alert and careful when new tanks or cylinders are placed in service Odor fade can occur in new tanks or reinstalled old tanks if they are filled and allowed Page 4 to set too long before refilling Cylinders and tanks which have been out of service for a time may develop internal rust which will cause odor fade If such conditions are suspected to exist a periodic sniff test of the gas is advisable If you have any question about the gas odor call your LP gas dealer A periodic sniff test of the LP gas is a good safety measure under any condition If at any time you do not smell the LP Gas odorant and you think you should assume you have leak Then take the same immediate action recommended above for the occasion when you do detect the odorized LP Gas If you experience a complete gas out the container is un der no vapor pressure turn the tank valve off immediately If the container valve is left on the container may draw in some air through openings such as pilot light orifices If this occurs som
38. lled on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the appliance 91cm TO CEILING OR HORIZONTAL PROJECTION ABOVE APPLIANCE 4 0 SIDE WALL COMBUSTIBLE 6 153mm 6 153mm MATERIAL NOTE Figure 2 HEATER CORNERS TO SIDE WALL 102mm 3 76mm REAR OF CASING TO WA L O HEATER INSTALLED AT 45 ANGLE Figure 3 Figure 4 Part Ouantity Number Supplied 1 4 20 x 3 8 Phillips Head Bolt R 3646 1 4 9 32 Washer R 1150 10 24 Nut R 1118 Attention Included in the hardware package are 8 1 4 inside diameter washers A 1 4 washer may be used with a 1 4 20 x 3 8 bolt when assembling the stove casting parts If a bolt hole is not tapped deep enough for a tight fit between stove casting parts the 1 4 washer can be used as a shim to provide a tight fit The 1 4 washers not required for assembly of the stove casting if all the bolt holes are tapped to a proper depth Page 8 1 Remove casting from shipping carton Place casting on non abrasive surface 2 Remove burner assembly logs hardware and sheet metal parts from shipping carton 3 Attach rear cover to casting sides with 1 4 20 x 3 8 bolts 2 per side as shown in Figure 5 4 Attach casing bottom to casting sides with 1 4 20 x 3 8 bolts 2 per side
39. mpetent service technician perform these check ups at the beginning of each heating season Clean Burner and Control Compartment Keep the control compartment logs and burner areas surrounding the logs clean by vacuuming or brushing at least twice a year Cleaning Procedure 1 Turn off pilot light at gas valve 2 Remove front 3 Vacuum burner compartment especially around orifice primary air openings 4 Replace front 5 Ignite pilot See Lighting Operating Section of Manual 6 Operate the main burner Verify proper operation after servicing 16937 4 0806 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSES AND CORRECTIONS IMPORTANT Operating heater where impurities in air exist may create odors Cleaning supplies paint paint remover cigarette smoke cements and glues new carpet or textiles etc create fumes These fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors 1 When ignitor button is pressed there is no spark at ODS pilot a Ignitor electrode positioned wrong Replace ignitor b Ignitor electrode broken Replace ignitor Ignitor electrode not connected to ignitor cable Reconnect ignitor cable d Ignitor cable pinched or wet Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry e Broken ignitor cable Replace ignitor cable f Bad piezo ignitor Replace piezo ignitor When ignitor button is pressed there is spark at ODS pilot but no ignition a Gas
40. ns you should be able to smell the gas because of the odorant put in the LP Gas That s your signal to go into immediate action Do not operate electric switches light matches use your phone Do not do anything that could ignite the gas Get everyone out of the building vehicle trailer or area Do that IMMEDIATELY Close all gas tank or cylinder supply valves LP Gas is heavier than air and may settle in low areas such as basements When you have reason to suspect a gas leak keep out of basements and other low areas Stay out until firefighters declare them to be safe e Use your neighbor s phone and call a trained LP Gas service person and the fire department Even though you may not continue to smell gas do not turn on the gas again Do not re enter the building vehicle trailer or area Finally letthe service man and firefighters check for escaped gas Have them air out the area before you return Properly trained LP Gas service people should repair the leak then check and relight the gas appliance for you NO ODOR DETECTED ODOR FADE Some people cannot smell well Some people cannot smell the odor of the chemical put into the gas You must find out if you can smell the odorant in propane Smoking can decrease your ability to smell Being around an odor for a time can affect your sensitivity or ability to detect that odor Sometimes other odors in the area mask the gas odor People may not smell the gas odor or their min
41. oard etc be used in this appliance The flow of combustion and ventilation airmustnot be obstructed in any way Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids WARNING Do not use a blower insert heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with this heater WARNING This appliance is equipped for natural gas or propane gas Field conversion is not permitted WARNING When used without adequate combustion and ventilation air heater may give off CARBON MONOXIDE an odorless poisonous gas Do not install heater until all necessary provisions are made for combustion and ventilation air Consult the writ ten instructions provided with the heater for information concerning combustion and ventilation air In the absence of instructions refer to the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 Section 5 3 or applicable local codes This heater is equipped with a PILOT LIGHT SAFETY SYS TEM designed to turn off the heater if not enough fresh air is available DO NOT TAMPER WITH PILOT LIGHT SAFETY SYSTEM If heater shuts off do not relight until you provide fresh air If heater keeps shutting off have it serviced Keep burner and control compartment clean 16937 4 0806 CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING MAY LEAD TO DEATH Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu with headache dizziness and or nausea If you have these signs heater may n
42. ording to these instructions Attention During initial use of ceramic log you will detect an odor as the ceramic log is cured Also during the curing process the ceramic log will burn with a yellow flame Any alteration of the original design installed other than as shown in these instructions or use with a type of gas not shown on the rating plate is the responsibility of the person and company making the change Important All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number Serial Number and type of gas Notice During initial firing of this unit its paint will bake out and smoke will occur To prevent triggering of smoke alarms ventilate the room in which the unit is installed Qualified Installing Agency Installation and replacement of gas piping gas utilization equipment or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be performed only by a qualified agency The term qualified agency means any individual firm corporation or company which either in person or through a representative is engaged in and is responsible for a the installation or replacement of gas piping or b the connection installation repair or servicing of equipment who is experienced in such work familiar with all precautions required and has complied with all the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction State of Massachusetts The installation must be made by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of Mas s
43. ormal operation at full rate after 10 to 15 minutes the flame appearance should be sets of yellow flames NOTE all flames will be random by design flame height will go up and down Glowing embers rock wool can cover the pan burner in between the front and middle logs but very little is necessary to cover this area Excess ember material causes the yellow flame to become orange and stringy Apply just enough to obtain slow glow and a gold yellow flame Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns Do not allow fans to 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 During manufacturing fabricating and shipping various components of this appliance are treated with certain oils films or bonding agents These chemicals are not harmful but may produce annoying smoke and smells as they are burned off during the initial operation of the appliance possibly causing headaches or eye or lung irritation This is a normal and temporary occurrence The initial break in operation should last 2 3 hours with the burner at the highest setting Provide maximum ventilation by opening windows or doors to allow odors to dissipate Any odors remaining after this initial break in will be slight and will disappear with continued use 16937 4 0806 171 AS N SSS I
44. ot be working properly Get fresh air at once Have heater serviced Some people pregnant women persons with heart or lung disease anemia those under the influence of alcohol those at high altitudes are more affected by carbon monoxide than others The pilot light safety system senses the depletion of oxygen at its location If this heater is installed in a structure having a high vertical dimension the possibility exists that the oxygen supply at the higher levels will be less than that at the heater In this type of application 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 a fan is used to circulate air it should be located so that the air flow is not directed at the burner Page 3 SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP GAS Propane LP Gas is a flammable gas which can cause fires and explosions In its natural state propane is odorless and colorless You may not know all the following safety precautions which can protect both you and your family from an accident Read them carefully now then review them point by point with the members of your household Someday when there may not be a minute to lose everyone s safety will depend on knowing exactly what to do If after reading the following information you feel you still need more information please contact your gas supplier LP GAS WARNING ODOR If a gas leak happe
45. pace or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 defines a confined space as a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8m per kw of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space and an unconfined space as a space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8m per kw of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space Rooms communicating directly with the space in which the appliances are installed through openings not furnished with doors are considered a part of the unconfined space The following example is for determining the volume of a typical area in which the VFCM 25 may be located and for determining if this area fits the definition of an unconfined space The maximum input of the VFCM 25 is 25 000 Btu per hour Based on the 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour formula the minimum area that is an unconfined space for installation of the 25 is 1 250 cubic feet 50 cubic feet x 25 1 250 cubic feet To determine the cubic feet of the area in which the 25 is to be installed measure the length width and height of the area Example The area measures 16 feet in length 10 feet in width and 8 feet in height the area is 1 280 cubic feet The 25 can be installed in this unconfined space with no requirement to
46. removed prior to reapplication Refer to Parts List Page 22 to order loose material rock wool 16937 4 0806 IMPORTANT INSTALLATION GUIDELINES Proper Log Placement Log placement is critical to proper burner performance Logs must be correctly positioned onto the burner The photos in this manual show the proper pinned position for logs on this set Owners need to be shown proper log placement and instructed not to move the logs Logs must fit firmly onto the burner when positioned as shown in the photos Misformed logs or logs with sloppy pin holes must be replaced Proper Placement of Rock Wool and Decorative Lava Rock Rock wool can be added to burners for a glowing ember effect It must be positioned only on the front portion of the burner The photos in this manual show the proper placement of rock wool Decorative lava rock or small wood pieces should never be placed on the burner These items are only for placement on the floor of the fireplace or firebox Proper Primary Airflow into Burner For proper burner operation and flame appearance the flow of primary air into the venturi tube located on the rear of the burner must not be reduced This flow of air is reduced if dirt lint or other obstructions build up around or inside the venturi Any obstruction in the venturi tube area must be removed The flow of air into the venturi is also reduced if the gas orifice isn t centered in the venturi inlet and or is not
47. supply turned off or manual shutoff valve closed Turn on gas supply or open manual shutoff valve b Control knob not in PILOT position Turn gas control knob to PILOT position c Control knob not pressed in while in PILOT position Press in control knob while in PILOT position d Air in gas lines when installed Continue holding down control knob Repeat igniting operation until air is removed e Depleted gas supply Contact local gas company f ODS pilot is clogged Clean ODS pilot or replace ODS pilot assembly Gas regulator setting is not correct Replace gas regulator 3 ODS pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released a Control knob not fully pressed in Press in control knob fully b Control knob not pressed in long enough After ODS pilot lights keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds c Safety interlock system has been triggered thermostat models only Wait one minute for safety interlock system to reset Repeat ignition operation d Manual Shutoff valve not fully open Fully open manual shutoff valve e Thermocouple connection loose at control valve Hand tighten until snug then tighten 1 4 turn more f Pilot flame not touching thermocouple which allows thermocouple to cool causing pilot flame to go out This problem could be caused by either 1 low gas pressure Contact local gas company or 2 dirty or partially clogged ODS pilot Clean ODS pilot or replace ODS pilot assembly
48. tion Wiring of ON OFF REMOTE Switch with 750 Millivolt Wall Thermostat Accessory and Another Accessory Connect the brown and black red stripped and bare wires on the ON OFF REMOTE switch wire harness to the 750 millivolt wall thermostat AND to the remote receiver that is a component in the FRBC 1 OR to the FWS 1 wall switch 1 Connect 1 wire from the 750 millivolt wall thermostat and 1 wire from appropriate accessory to the BROWN stripped and bare wire from the ON OFF REMOTE wire harness 2 Connect 1 wire from the 750 millivolt wall thermostat and 1 wire from appropriate accessory to the BLACK RED stripped and bare wire from the ON OFF REMOTE wire harness Note When the appliance is in the MANUAL mode and the batteries fail in the FRBC 1 and immediate heat is desired turn the ON OFF REMOTE switch on valve cover from the REMOTE position to the ON position Manual Operation 1 Turn ON OFF REMOTE switch on valve cover to REMOTE position 2 Turn wall thermostat OFF 3 Turn accessory FRBC 1 or FWS 1 ON Appliance is now in the manual mode You must turn the appliance ON or OFF with appropriate accessory Wall Thermostat Operation 1 Turnthe ON OFF REMOTE switch on valvecoverto REMOTE position 2 Turn accessory FRBC 1 or FWS 1 OFF 3 Turn wall thermostat ON and set appropriate temperature Wall thermostat will cycle the appliance ON and OFF Installation of Remote Receiver 1 The remote receiver can not
49. wners Aware of Proper Log Set Operation Properly installed and properly maintained log sets do not deposit soot on the logs If users see soot appear on a log call for service Do not continue to operate the log set Sunken Fireplace Ifinstalling this unit intoa sunken fireplace you must raise the floor toinsure adequate airflow and guard against sooting Raise fireplace floor using a non combustible material which is secure Glass Doors Make sure that glass doors are open during all operations of the logset The opening of the glass door frame shouldbe the dimension used for the minimum front opening of the firebox Woodburning Fireplaces The interior of the firebox and the chimney should be cleaned and free of all creosote before installing a gas burning log set Creosote will soften when heated and can drop on the logset causing odors and possibly sooting WARNING Before installing in a solid fuel burning fireplace the chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned of soot creosote ashes and loose paint by a gualified chimney cleaner Page 11 N O T 8 i O gt N VFCR SJDJWTF BUIMOJS 25001 sea Aue 19109 LON OG 16937 4 0806 Page 12 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 set is installed In n
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