Empire Comfort Systems LS-18H-1 User's Manual
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1. Empire ComroriSysiemsi The White Mountain Log Collection VVARNINGS If the information in this manual is not fol lowed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life Donotstore 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 e Immediately call your gas supplier from neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions Ifyou 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 20173 1 0506 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER S MANUAL LOG SET FOR UNVENTED GAS LOG HEATER OR VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE MODELS LS 18H 1 LS 24H 1 LS 30H 1 EFFECTIVE DATE MAY 2006 NATIONAL FIREPLACE We suggest that our gas INSTITUTE hearth products be installed and serviced by profes sionals who are certified in the U S by the National Fireplace Institute NFI as CERTIFIED NFI Gas Specialists varmi ficertifi d org INSTALLER Leave this manual with the appliance CONSUMER Retain this manual for future reference Log sets comply with ANSI Z21 11 2 Unvented Heaters and also comply wi2. feH yeui soo ulu spod ase Aue 19409 104 og z 0 0Ud 0 0Ud L O 0Ud Page 7 20173 1 0506 S LIST AND PARTS VIEW Attention When ordering parts it is very important that part number and description of part coincide Index No Part Number Description DEEP WOODS OAK LOG SETS 1 R 8319 FRONT LOG 18 1 R 8323 FRONT LOG 24 1 R 8326 FRONT LOG 30 2 R 8320 REAR LOG 18 2 R 8324 REAR LOG 24 2 R 8327 REAR LOG 30 3 R 8321 TOP LOG 18 3 R 8325 TOP LOG 24 3 R 8328 TOP LOG 30 USE ONLY MANUFACTURER S REPLACEMENT PARTS USE OF ANY OTHER PARTS COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH HOW TO ORDER 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 distribu tor 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 Appliance Model Number Part Description Appliance Serial Number Part Number Type of Gas Propane or Natural Do not order bolts serevvs washers or nuts They are standard hardware items and can be purchased at any loca
3. assachusetts unvented propane and natural gas fired space heaters shall be prohibited in bedrooms and bathrooms Page 3 LOG PLACEMENT Before you begin Do not handle these logs with your bare hands Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation After handling logs wash your hands gently with soap and water All Logs 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 Refer to Figure 1 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 PROPER INSTALLATION SEQUENCE LS 18 24 30 H Figure 1 1 Place rear 2 log between rear log support and onto burner pan pins 2 Place front 1 log onto pins on burner pan 3 Place top log 3 onto 2 pins front log 4 Compare the completed log installation with the appropriate photo from pages 5 through 7 Review previous steps to make any necessary adjustments 5 Log placement is completed Attention Do not use Figure to order replacement logs Refer to Page 8 Parts List and Parts View to order logs for your appropriate model number Apply loose material glowing embers per appropriate Installation Instructions and Owner s Manual Replacemen
4. ireplace 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 Owners 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 into a sunken fireplace you mustraise the floor to insure 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 should be 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 ofall creosote before installing a gas burning log set Creosote will soften when heated and can drop on the logset causing odors a
5. ive 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 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 WARNING Do notallow fans to blow directly into the f
6. l hardware store Shipments contingent upon strikes fires and all causes beyond our control Empire Comfort Systems Inc 918 Freeburg Ave Belleville IL 62220 PH 618 233 7420 or 800 851 3153 FAX 618 233 7097 or 800 443 8648 Axun info empirecomfort com www empirecomfort com Page 20173 1 0506
7. nd 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 qualified chimney cleaner GENERAL INFORMATION Qualified Installing Agency Installation and replacement of gas piping gas utilization equip ment 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 that either in person or through a representative is engaged in and is responsible for a the installation testing or replacement of gas piping or b the connection installation testing repair or servicing of equipment that is experienced in such work that is familiar with all precautions required and that has complied with all the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction The installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NEPA54 Available from the American National Standards Institute Inc 11 West 42nd St New York N Y 10018 20173 1 0506 State of Massachusetts The installation must be made by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of Mas sachusetts 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 In the State of M
8. t 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 removed prior to reapplication Log Placement LS 18 24 30 H Logs Replacement Loose Material glowing embers Part Namber Figure 1 The following WARNING applies when log set is installed onto an unvented gas burner assembly LS 18H 15999 LS 24H WARNING This appliance is equipped for natural or propane gas Field conversion is not permitted Platinum Bright Embers PE 20 1 Note A single layer of embers is to be used when applying Platinum Bright Embers alone or in combination with production embers to the burner Page 4 20173 1 0506 EMBER PLACEMENT LS 18H 1 PHOTOS ssaquia 6ulmoj6 jeuayew IM sod yuo Aue 18409 Jou og su qul umob jeayew soo y l m sod 1291 b Aue 13409 Jou og 0 0Ud Page 5 20173 1 0506 y 01044 s sgwa jenazew asoo y m spod juo4 a6se Aue 19409 JOU og ssaquia Bulmoj6 jeuayew yum syod seas a61e Aue 13409 Jou og Z ood 010Ud 1 010d 20173 1 0506 Page 6 Lal lt 2 ez Lal Z v oyd saga Bulmoj6 jeLayew soo ulu spod juoy Aue 1409 Jou od susquua Bulmoj6
9. th ANSI Z21 60 Decorative Vented Appliances for Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces State or local codes may only allow operation of log sets in a vented configuration Check your state or local codes 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 Page TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Important Installation Guidelines General Information Log Placement Ember Placement LS 18H 1 Photos Ember Placement LS 24H 1 Photos Ember Placement LS 30H 1 Photos Parts List amp Parts View How to Order Repair Parts Page 2 20173 1 0506 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 Malformed 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 Decorat
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