Sunfire TGA-7201 Stereo Amplifier User Manual
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1. page 2 A rega veni page 2 Tools Required page 2 Important Safety Information page 2 A nn nik page 3 Combustion and Ventilation Air page 3 Preinstallation page 4 Clearances page 4 Installation odioso page 6 Gas Pressure Check page 7 Flame Appearance page 8 Operations pita aine page 8 Cleaning and Servicing page 8 Replacement Parts 8 Optional Equipment Accessories page 9 Heater Specification Chart page 10 Heater Technical Detail Chart page 10 Troubleshooting Guide page 11 Operating Instructions Manual page 12 Operating Instructions Millivolt page 14 Replacement Parts List page 16 GENERAL INFORM ATION These Unvented Gas Log Room Heaters incor porate unitized ceramic fiber logs which glow realistically when the heater is operating The log sets covered in this document are manually controlled heater rated units These units areequipped with either astandard manual gas valve or a millivolt gas valve The control knob is setto the desired position which main tains a continuous gas burning rate A spark ignition system piezo allows the gas pilot to be lit without the use of matches or batteries and permits operation of the hea2. Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person The heater 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 material etc It is important that control compartments burn ers and circulating air passageways of the heater be kept clean Allow the heater to cool before servicing Always shut off the gas to the heater while performing service work Do not install the heater in a bedroom or bathroom e The installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 The heater and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system while performing any tests of the gas supply piping system at pressures in ex cess of 1 2 psig The heater must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut off valve during any pressure test ing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psig Keep heater area clear and free from com bustible materials gasoline and other flam mable vapors and liquids Do not use this heater if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified ser vice technician to inspect the room heater and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under wate
3. 82 000 VFGL 28 MSP 4 17 000 32 000 Propane LPG llivolt VFGL 28 VSP 4 19 500 25 000 19 500 25 000 Propane LPG 25 000 32 000 Propane LPG 25 000 32 000 25 000 32 000 Propane LPG Manual control models are also design certified for use as vented gas log sets UNVENTED GAS LOG ROOM HEATER TECHNICAL CHART ze IPP E Model No High Gas Type Pres Setting Pressure VFGL 18N 25 000 Natural Piezo 5 w c Max 10 5 w c VFGL 18P 25 000 Propane LPG Piezo 10 w c Max 13 w c VFGL 24N 32 000 Natural Piezo 5 w c Max 10 5 w c VFGL 24P 32 000 Propane LPG Piezo 10 w c Max 13 w c VFGL 28N 32 000 Natural Piezo 5 w c Max 10 5 w c VFGL 28P 32 000 Propane LPG Piezo 10 w c Max 13 w c Manual control models are also design certified for use as vented gas log sets For the purpose of input adjustment 10 Valve Operatio Manual Millivolt Manual Millivolt Manual Mill Manual Millivolt Manual Millivolt Manual Millivolt ivolt TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE FOR VENT FREE GAS PRODUCTS OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE 1 When igniter button is A Igniter electrode positioned wrong pressed there is no spark at ODS pilot B Igniter electrode broken C Igniter electrode not connected to igniter cable D Igniter cable pinched or wet E Piezo igniter nut is loose F Broken igniter cable G Bad piezo igniter Heater produces unwanted A Heater burning
4. OWNER PLEASE RETAIN THESE INSTRUC TION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE IMPORTANT READ THESEINSTALLATION IN STRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALL ING OR TRYING TO OPERATE THIS HEATER WARNING FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THEINSTALLATION AND OPERATINGIN STRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THIS DOCU MENT WILL RESULT IN AN IM PROPERLY INSTALLED AND OPERATING APPLI ANCE VOIDING ITS WARRANTY ANY CHANGE TO THIS APPLIANCE AND OR ITS OPERATING CONTROLS IS DANGER OUS IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR USE OF THIS APPLIANCE CAN CAUSE SERI OUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM FIRE BURNS EXPLOSION OF CARBON MON OXIDE POISONING Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to the flu with headaches dizziness and or nau sea If you have these signs obtain fresh air immediately Turn off the gas supply to the appliance and have it serviced by a qualified professional as it may not be operating correctly Dueto high temperatures the heater should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies e Children and adults should be alerted to the hazard of high surface temperature and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition e Young children should be carefully super vised when they are in the same room with the heater Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the heater e Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing the heater must be replaced prior to operating the heater
5. instructions preclude consideration of the com bustion and ventilation air and clearance to combustible restrictions discussed herein COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR These heaters shall not be installed in a con fined space The heater may be located in unusually tight construction provided the space is unconfined or if confined is pro vided with two permanent openings commu nicating directly with an additional room s of sufficient volume so that the combined volume of all connected spaces meets the criteria for an unconfined space National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 latest edition Section 5 3 Generally 50 ft per 1 000 BTU input of all operating appliances in the space The National Fuel Gas Code defines a con fined space as a space whose volume is less than 50 ft per 1 000 BTU Hr 4 8 m 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 ft per 1 000 BTU Hr 4 8 m per kw of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space Rooms communicat ing directly with the space in which the appli ances are installed through openings not furnished with doors are considered apart of the unconfined space Unusually tight construction is defined as construction where a wall and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating or one perm or less with Opening
6. ALLOW FANS TO BLOW DIRECTLY INTO THE FIREPLACE AVOID ANY DRAFTS THAT ALTER BURNER FLAME PATTERNS WARNING DO NOT USE A BLOWER IN SERT HEAT EXCHANGER INSERT OR OTHER ACCESSORY NOT APPROVED FOR USE WITH THIS HEATER This appliance must not be operated without a fireplace screen installed Fireplace screens must not impair the free flow of combustion air to the appliance Do not burn solid fuels in any fireplace equipped with this listed unvented gas room heater WARNING INSTALLED DECORATIVE GLASS DOOR ENCLOSURES MUST BE FULLY OPENED WHEN OPERATING THIS LISTED UNVENTED GAS ROOM HEATER Any outside air ducts and or ash dumps that are part of the original solid fuel burning fireplace system must be fully closed and sealed at the time of installation of this listed unvented gas room heater WARNING SPECIAL CARE IS REQUIRED IF YOU ARE INSTALLING THE UNIT INTO ASUNKEN FIREPLACE YOU MUST RAISE THE FIREPLACE FLOOR TO ALLOW AC CESS TOGAS LOGCONTROLS THIS WILL INSURE ADEQUATE AIR FLOW AND GUARD AGAINST SOOTING RAISE THE FIREPLACE FLOOR USING NONCOMBUS TIBLE MATERIALS A qualified gas appliance installer must install this heater Check gas type The gas supply must be the same as stated on the heater s rating plate If the gas supply is different DO NOT INSTALL the heater Contact your dealer for the correct model Step 1 Placement of Heater Center the heater in the fireplace or firebox Make certain t
7. APPLIANCE Depress and turn control knob clockwise O to the OFF position Figure 19 MANUAL MATCH LIGHTING PROCEDURE EMERGENCY ONLY If the pilot cannot be lit with the piezo igniter the heater can be manually lit with a match With the right hand depress and turn the control knob counterclockwise AN to the ON position Hold in the knob 3 Light the match and hold the flame to the end of the pilot and ignite the pilot Continue to hold control knob for an additional 10 seconds to insure pilot remains lit Release the control while turning control knob to desired setting Note Knob cannot be turned from PILOT to OFF unless the knob is pushed in slightly Do not force Turn Control Knob to OFF Position Turn Control Knob to PILOT Position Figure 19 Figure 21 Turn Control Knob to ON Position Pilot Location Figure 20 Figure 22 NOTE DIAGRAMS amp ILLUSTRATION NOT TO SCALE 15 16 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST 24N 24P 18N 18P 28N 28P Description Part No Part No Part No Valve Manual Natural 110331 110331 110331 Valve Manual Propane L P G 110331 110331 110331 Valve Millivolt Natural 903489 903489 903489 Valve M
8. and counterclock wise respectively 3 When lit for the first time the appliance will emit a slight odor for an hour or two This is due to the burn in of the internal paints and lubricants used in the manufacturing process For the first few hours operate the appliance with doors and windows open to encourage the dissipation of odor CLEANING AND SERVICING WARNING TURN OFF THE UNVENTED GAS ROOM HEATER AND ALLOW TOCOOL BEFORE CLEANING NOTE DIAGRAMS 8 ILLUSTRATION NOT TO SCALE CAUTION YOU MUST KEEP CONTROL AR EAS BURNERS AND CIRCULATING AIR PAS SAGEWAYS OF FIREPLACE CLEAN INSPECT THESE AREAS OF FIREPLACE BEFORE EACH USE HAVE FIREPLACE AND CHIMNEY IF APPLICABLE INSPECTED YEARLY BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON FIREPLACE MAY NEED MORE FREQUENT CLEANING DUE TO EXCESSIVE LINT FORM CARPETING BED DING MATERIAL ETC Only limited cleaning will be required under the normal use of the heater Dust the front grate the top of the piezo cover and the control knob occasionally Do not use cleaning fluids to clean the logs or any other part of the room heater Remove the logs gently handling at each end Useavacuum cleaner to remove loose particles from the base and from around the burners Gloves are recommended to prevent the fibers from pricking your skin If the skin is pricked wash gently with soap and water Replace the logs as detailed in Step 4 Assembling the Logs If after a period of use the flames s
9. and press igniter button again If your pilot does not relight depress and turn control knob clockwise 7 to OFP and call your service technician or gas supplier 11 Wait 30 seconds before readjusting the heater when the control knob has been turned down to a lower setting TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Depress and turn control knob clockwise NM to the OFF position Figure 18 MANUAL MATCH LIGHTING PROCEDURE EMERGENCY ONLY If the pilot cannot be lit with the piezo igniter the heater can be manually lit with a match With the right hand depress and turn the control knob counterclockwise ERI to the IGN position Hold in the knob 3 Light the match and hold the flame to the end of the pilot and ignite the pilot Continue to hold control knob for an additional 10 seconds to insure pilot remains lit Release the control while turning control knob to desired setting Millivolt Model Piezo Flame Adjustment Gas Control Knob Knob Control Knob Locations Pilot Location Figure 15 Figure 17 Turn Control Knob to OFF Position Manual Turn Control Knob to IGN Position Manual Figure 16 Figure 18 NOTE DIAGRAMS 8 ILLUSTRATION NOT TO SCALE 14 OPERATING 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 This heater has a
10. not smell gas go to the next step The pilot is located on the right side in front of the burner Figure 20 Depress control knob in and turn counterclockwise N to the PILOT position Figure 21 Press the control knob all the way in for 5 seconds Note If you are running the heater for the first time it will be necessary to press the control knob all the way in for 30 seconds to allow air to bleed out of the gas piping 8 With the control knob pressed in push in and release the piezo igniter button to light the pilot Hold the control knob in for a further 10 seconds to prevent the flame failure detector from shutting off the gas while the probe is warming up Release the control knob while turning counterclockwise to the ON Position Figure 22 Then adjust HI LOW knob to prefered setting Ifthe knob does not pop out when released stop and immediately call your service technician or gas supplier If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries depress and turn the gas control knob clockwise ZS to OFF and wait 30 seconds Depress and turn knob counterclockwise AAS to IGN and press igniter button again If your pilot does not relight depress and turn control knob clockwise to OFF 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 TO TURN OFF GAS TO
11. pilot which must be lit by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the heater 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 electric 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 C 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 do not try to repair it call a qualified service technician Forced or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion Do not use this heater 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 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Stop Read the safety information above Make sure manual shut off valve is fully open Locate gas control knob and piezo Depress control knob in and turn clockwise to the OFF position Figure 19 Wait 5 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 do
12. pressure is too low B Burner orifice is clogged 9 Burner backfiring during A Burner orifice is clogged or damaged combustion B Burner damaged C Gas regulator defective 10 Slight smoke or odor during A Vapors from paint or curing process of logs initial operation 11 Heater produces a whistling A Turning control knob to HI position when burner is cold noise when burner is lit B Air in gas line C Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice Continue holding down control knob Repeat igniting operation until air is removed Replace ODS pilot assembly or get it serviced Replace gas regulator Press in control knob fully After ODS pilot lights keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds Fully open manual shut off valve Hand tighten until snug then tighten turn more 1 Contact local gas company 2 Replace ODS pilot assembly or get pilot serviced Replace thermocouple Replace control valve Clean burner or replace burner orifice Replace burner orifice Contact local gas company Contact local gas company Clean burner or replace burner orifice Clean burner or replace burner orifice Replace burner Replace gas regulator Problem will stop after a few hours of operation Superior recommends running the heater with the excess ventilation for the first few hours Turn control knob to LO position and let warm up for a minute Operate burner until air is removed from li
13. pro files shown in Figure 4 8 minimum to 12 Table 3 Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation Failure to follow these require ments may create a fire hazard Step 1 Sidewall Clearances The sides of the fireplace opening must be at least 16 from any combustible side wall Figure 7 Figure 1 Step 2 Ceiling Clearance The ceiling must be at least 42 from the top of the heater opening Figure 1 Install adjustable canopy and observe pro files shown in Figure 5 or Extend heat resistant material to at least 12 and observe profiles shown in Figure 4 Step 3 Noncombustible materials minimum requirements To install the room heater with out wood mantels shelves or other combus tible projections directly above the opening of the fireplace firebox refer to Figure 2 and Table 2 Note that at least 8 of noncombustible material must be installed above the heaters described in this manual Noncombustible materials such as slate and marble must be at least 1 2 thick Noncombustible Material na Heater in Fireplace or Firebox Figure 2 NOTE DIAGRAMS amp ILLUSTRATION NOT TO SCALE 8 or More of Noncombustible Material Adjustable Canopy cc pon Figure 3 Heater in Fireplace or Firebox Step 4 Wood mantel shelf or combustible projection requirements To install a wood mantel shelf or other combustible projection directly abo
14. provide auto matic On Off control of the appliance to main tain a desired temperature within the room Decorative Volcanic Stone The decorative volcanic stone Model FDVS can be used to enhance the look of your appli ance Spread the decorative volcanic stone evenly around the bottom of the firebox Adjustable Canopy An attractive black canopy kit is available for use with these VF appliances The canopy kit is designed to be fitted to the wall above the firebox opening In addition to providing an aesthetically pleasing appearance the canopy reduces heat effects to decorative mantles and finish materials located directly above the fire place opening The canopy kit includes the necessary attaching hardware Use 18GA solid two conductor wire to connect these kits to the appliance ACCESSORIES Remote Control Kit Standard P N H0249 RCL LENNOX oy Ltt ba K Pu MENT Remote Control Kit Deluxe P N H0251 NOTE DIAGRAMS amp ILLUSTRATION NOT TO SCALE RCL STAT Damper Clamp P N 110701 DCK Thermostat P N 064248 WTK Wall Switch Kit P N 064035 FWSK Decorative Volcanic Stone P N 110791 FDVS Adjustable Canopy Black P N 053752 AC BLK UNVENTED GAS LOG ROOM HEATER SPECIFICATION CHART Model No Valve Operation BTU hr Input Gas Type VFGL 18 MSP 4 14 000 25 000 Propane LPG VFGL 24 MSP 4 17 000 32 000 Propane LPG VFOL 24 MSN 4 17 000 32 000 VFGL 28 MSN 4 17 000
15. vapors from paint hair spray glues etc odors B Gas leak See Warning statement on the front page Heater shuts off in use A Not enough fresh air is available ODS operates B Low line pressure C ODS pilot is partially clogged Gas odor even when control A Gas leak See Warning statement on the front page knob is in OFP position B Control valve defective A Gas supply turned off or manual shut off valve closed When igniter button is pressed there is spark at B Control knob not in PILOT position ODS pilot but no ignition C Control knob not pressed in while in PILOT position D Air in gas lines when installed E ODS pilot is clogged F Gas regulator setting is not correct 6 ODS pilot lights but flame A Control knob not fully pressed in goes out when control knob is released B Control knob not pressed in long enough C Manual shut off valve not fully open D Thermocouple connection loose at control valve E Pilot flame not touching thermocouple which allows thermocouple to cool causing pilot flame to go out This problem could be caused by one or both of the following 1 Low gas pressure 2 Dirty or partially clogged ODS pilot F Thermocouple damaged G Control valve damaged 7 Burner does not light after A Burner orifice is clogged ODS pilot is lit B Burner orifice diameter is too small C Inlet gas pressure is too low 8 Delayed ignition of burner A Manifold
16. 10 replace the regulator with P N 110351 for natural gas and P N 110352 for propane L P G heaters Replace the test point plug after pressure measurement ensuring no gas leaks Step 3 Secure the log set within the firebox using the screws and drilled holes discussed in Step 2 Step 4 Assembling the Logs WARNING DO NOT ADD EXTRALOGS OR ORNAMENTS SUCH AS PINECONES VER MICULITE OR ROCK WOOL USING THESE ADDED ITEMS CAN CAUSE SOOTING NOTE DIAGRAMS amp ILLUSTRATION NOT TO SCALE WARNING DO NOT PLACE ANY LAVA ROCK ON LOGS OR BURNERS THIS MAY CAUSE SOOTING ONLY PLACE LAVA ROCK ON FLOOR OF FIREPLACE Each heater includes a unitized set of ceramic fiber logs The heater and logs are assembled as shown in Figure 17 Handle these logs with great care The logs can be easily damaged but when handled properly they can provide years of performance and enjoyment Millivolt Log Set Shown Manual Similar Figure 11 WARNING FAILURE TO POSITION THE PARTS IN ACCORDANCE ITH THESE DIA GRAMS OR FAILURE TOUSEONLY PARTS SPECIFICALLY APPROVED WITH THIS HEATER MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAM AGE OR PERSONAL INJURY Periodically verify proper positioning of all logs Flame Appearance REFER TO THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LOCATED AT THE BACK OF THIS MANUAL BEFORELIGHTING THEHEATER TO OBSERVE THE FLAMES Flames from the pilot front and rear burner should be visually checked as soon as the heater is ins
17. FIED CHIM NEY CLEANER Note Illustrations shown in this manual reflect typical installations with nominal dimensions and are for reference only Actual installations may vary due to individual design preferences However always maintain minimum clearances to combustible materials and do not violate any specific installation requirements Refer to Fig ures 1 through 7 for clearances Note The following steps represent the normal sequence of installation Each installation is unique however and might require a different sequence When local codes require the damper to be fixed open a damper stop must be installed to prevent full closure of the fireplace damper and provide a minimum 29 sguare inch flue opening at all times Refer to accessories for damper clamp If damper clamp is not available the damper may befixed open inthefollowing manner Drill aholein the end of the damper Screw in a bolt of sufficient size and adjust to provide the minimum 29 square inches of flue opening CAUTION HEATERS CREATEWARM AIR CUR RENTS THESE CURRENTS MOVE HEAT TO WALL SURFACES NEXT TO HEATER INSTALL ING HEATER NEXT TO VINYL OR CLOTH WALL COVERINGS OR OPERATING HEATER WHERE IMPURITIES IN THE AIR SUCH AS TOBACCO SMOKE EXISTS MAY DISCOLOR WALLS e Turn off gas supply to the fireplace or firebox e Position heater in fireplace or firebox Connect gas line e Secure heater Assemble logs and test flame Sprinkle
18. GL 18MSP 4 Series VFGL 24VSN 4 Series VFGL 24MSN 4 Series VFGL 24VSP 4 Series VFGL 24MSP 4 Series VFGL 28VSN 4 Series VFGL 28MSN 4 Series VFGL 28VSP 4 Series VFGL 28MSP 4 Series WARNING IMPROPER INSTALLATION ADJUSTMENT AL TERATION SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE IN JURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE REFER TO THIS MANUAL FOR ASSISTANCE OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CON SULT A QUALIFIED INSTALLER SERVICE AGENCY OR THE GAS SUPPLIER WARNING DO NOT BUILD A WOOD FIRE DO NOT BURN WOOD OR OTHER MATERIAL IN THESE APPLIANCES CAREFULLY REVIEW THEINSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED WITH THE DECORATIVE TYPE UNVENTED ROOM HEATER FOR THE MINIMUM FIREPLACE SIZE REQUIREMENT DO NOT INSTALL THE APPLIANCE IN THIS FIREBOX UN LESS THIS FIREBOX MEETS THE MINIMUM DIMENSIONS REQUIRED FOR THE INSTALLATIONS This is an unvented gas fired heater It uses air oxygen from the room in which it is installed Provisions for adequate combustion and ventila tion air must be provided Refer to Combustion and Ventilation Air Section Page 3 Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture or draperies Do not place clothing or other materials on or near this appliance IMPORTANT READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE INSTALLING YOUR UNVENTED ROOM HEATER Note Manual control models are also design certified for use as vented gas log sets TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information
19. PI SUPERIOR INSTALLER Leave this manual with the appliance CONSUMER Retain this manual for future reference NATIONAL We suggest that our gas INSTITUTE hearth products be installed A ed and serviced by profes sionals who are certified in the U S by the National Fireplace Institute NFI as NFI Gas Specialists Tested amp Listed By Beaverton Oregon USA CERTIFIED www nficertified org c US OMNI Test Laboratories Inc FOR USE ONLY WITH DECORATIVE TYPE UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS WARNING IF THEINFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY A FIRE OR EXPLO SION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance FOR YOUR SAFETY What to do if you smell gas DO NOT light any appliance DO NOT touch any electrical switches DO NOT use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow your gas suppliers instructions If your gas supplier cannot be reached call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a quali fied installer service agency or the gas supplier INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STANDARD SERIES Unvented Gas Log Room Heaters P N 903623 REV M 12 2007 MODELS VFGL 18VSN 4 Series VFGL 18MSN 4 Series VFGL 18VSP 4 Series VF
20. ce can support BTU Hr actual amount of BTU Hr used Example 61 440 BTU Hr max the space can support BTU Hr actual amount of BTU Hr used 67 000 Thespace in the previous example is aconfined space because the actual BTU Hr used is more than the maximum BTU Hr the space can sup port You must provide additional fresh air Your options are a Rework eguations adding the space of ad joining room s If the extra volume provides an unconfined space then remove door or add ventilation grills between rooms Refer to National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 Section 5 3 b Vent room directly to the outdoors Refer to National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 Sec tion 5 3 c Install a lower BTU Hr heater such as a 24 000 BTU Hr to make the area an uncon fined space If the actual BTU Hr used is less than the maximum BTU Hr the space can support then the space is an unconfined space You will need no additional fresh air ventilation for an uncon fined space WARNING IF THE AREA IN WHICH THE HEATER MAY BEOPERATEDIS SMALLER THAN THAT DEFINED AS AN UNCON FINED SPACE 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 PREINSTALLATION WARNING BEFORE INSTALLING IN A SOLID FUEL BURNING FIREPLACE THE CHIMNEY FLUE AND FIREBOX MUST BE CLEANED OF SOOT CREOSOTE ASHES AND LOOSEPAINT BY A QUALI
21. ches 92 centimeters in length e The individual manual shut off must be a T handle type valve e Vent Free appliances may NOT be installed in bedrooms or bathrooms e A working smoke detector must be installed in the area where vent free appliances are installed Seller of unvented propane or natural gas fired supplemental room heaters shall pro vide to each purchaser a copy of 527 CMR 30 upon sale of the unit New York These fireplaces are approved for installation in the US state of New York but not in New York city State or local codes may only allow operation of this appliance manual version only in avented configuration Check your state or local codes Superior Unvented Gas Log Room Heaters are certified by OMNI to ANSI Z21 11 2 standard These gas log room heaters may be used as a space heat source for aroom in conjunction with an approved unvented firebox Additionally manually controlled units are design certified by OMNI to ANSI 21 60 as a vented gas log set As such manually controlled units may be used as a vented gas log set in any wood burning fireplace that has been properly constructed to code and in the case of factory built fireplaces installed in compliance with manufacturers list ing and installation instruction Use of the manually controlled log sets covered by this manual in a properly vented wood burning fireplace which has had the damper blocked open as detailed in these installation
22. he grate front feet sit inside the front edge of the fireplace or firebox NOTE DIAGRAMS amp ILLUSTRATION NOT TO SCALE To avoid any movement of the heater during operation attach the grate to the floor of the fireplace or firebox using the screws provided Slots along the back flange of the log set are provided After centering the grate correctly mark the positions of the bottom of the slots on the fireplace firebox floor Drill two 2 9 64 diameter holes with masonry drill approximately 1 2 deep Preliminarily anchor the grate to the fireplace firebox floor with the two 2 screws provided Figure 8 Loosen screws and proceed with the installation Alternate Location Anchor Screw Both Sides Figure 8 Step 2 Connecting Gas Line A qualified gas appliance installer must connect the gas room heater to the gas supply Consult all local codes Route gas line using techniques and materials prescribed by local and or national codes Only use pipe of 1 2 or greater diameter to allow full gas volume to the gas fireplace Undue pres sure loss will occur if the pipe is too small An ANSI approved manual shut off valve and union must be installed upstream of the heater within the fireplace cavity when rigid pipe is used Ensure that a sediment trap is installed up stream of the heater within the structures piping system to prevent moisture and con taminants from passing through the pipe to the heater con
23. illivolt Propane L P G 901917 901917 901917 Pilot Natural 110345 110345 110345 Pilot Propane L P G 110341 110341 110341 Pilot Millivolt Natural 110344 110344 110344 Pilot Millivolt Propane L P G 901915 901915 901915 Regulator Natural 110351 110351 110351 Regulator Propane L P G 110352 110352 110352 Front Burner 110281 110282 110282 Rear Burner Natural 113301 110302 110302 Rear Burner Propane L P G 113301 110302 110302 Crossover Burner 110321 110321 110321 Piezo 111061 111061 111061 Piezo Wire 110361 110361 110361 Log Assembly Split Oak 100104 100105 100106 Control Knob Manual 110401 110401 110401 Injector Burner Natural 110381 110383 110383 Injector Burner Propane L P G 110382 110384 110384 Injector Crossover Burner Natural 110387 110387 110387 Injector Crossover Burner Propane L P G 110388 110388 110388 REPLACEMENT PARTS NOTE DIAGRAMS 8 ILLUSTRATION NOT TO SCALE 18 NOTE THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK NOTE THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 19 The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice in design materials specifications prices and also to discontinue colors styles and products Consult your local distributor for fireplace code information Printed in U S A O 1997 by Lennox Hearth Products 1110 West Taft Avenue P N 903623 REV M 12 2007 Orange CA 92865
24. ions with the gas leak test solution to check for leaks If bubbles are formed or gas odor is detected turn the gas control knob off pilot on to the OFF position Either tighten or refasten the leaking connection then retest as described above C When the gas lines are tested and leak free be sure to rinse off the leak testing solution D Observe the individual tongues of flame on the burner Make sure all ports are open and producing flame evenly across the burner If any ports are blocked or partially blocked clean out the ports Gas Pressure Check The heater regulator controls the burner pres sure which should be checked at the pressure test point 1 8 NPT plugged tap located at the bottom of the regulator on manual mod els or on the control valve itself on Millivolt models identified A for the manifold side and E for inlet pressure Ensure operatilng pressures are within the limits specified in the techinical chart on page 10 o E Manual Valve Pressure Test Point o SO o o Millivolt Valve Pressure Test Point On Front Of Valve Figure 10 The pressure should be checked with the gas heater burning and the control set to high 3 The pressure regulator on manual models is preset and locked to avoid tampering If the pressure is not as specified in the Technical Details Chart on page
25. ne Have gas line checked by local gas company Clean burner or replace burner orifice 11 12 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL CONTROL MODELS 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 This heater has a pilot which must be lit by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the heater 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 electric 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 C 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 do not try to repair it call a qualified service technician Forced or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion Do not use this heater 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 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Stop Read the safety info
26. opening and front face Tarnishing of these pieces is normal unavoidable and should be expected Remote Control Kits Models RCL and RCL STAT add the conve nience of remote control for your appliance The kits include a wireless hand held trans mitter and a receiver This special receiver permits either manual or remote control modes Both receiver and transmitter operate on standard 9 volt batteries not included Refer to the RCL and RCL STAT installation instructions for specific details Damper Clamp Kit A Damper Clamp Kit is available for use when required by local codes Using the damper clamp to fix open the fireplace damper will allow this vent free product to be utilized as a vented decorative gas log set see details on pages 3 and 4 Wall Switch Kit An optional wall switch kit can be installed along with all vent free appliances The kit consists of a standard UL wall switch with cover plate This kit provides for remote wall operation of the appliance Replace the wall switch and cover plate of this kit with the components of the FWSK and you can havetrue remote control of your vent free appliance turning it on and off from your favorite easy chair The wall switch kit should be installed along with the appliance Wall Thermostat Kit A wall thermostat kit is available for use with these appliances The wall thermostat is de signed to be wired directly to the appliance millivolt gas control circuit and
27. r Input ratings are shown in BTU per hour and are for elevations up to 4 800 feet Do not install this heater at an elevation above 4 800 feet if the gas supply has not been derated for that eleva tion Consult your local gas supplier For op eration at elevations above 4 800 feet equip ment ratings shall be reduced at the rate of 4 percent for each 1 000 feet above sea level beforeselecting appropriately sized equipment Ensure that the heater is clean when operat ing Excessive dust accumulation on the burner and or logs will increase the amount of carbon monoxide formation and could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning and or death CODES Adhere to all local codes or in their absence the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 or NFPA54 which can be obtained from The American National Standards Insti tute Inc 1430 Broadway New York NY 10018 or National Fire Protection Association Inc Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 Massachusetts And New York Require ments These appliances are approved for installation in the following USA locations listed in the following Massachusetts These fireplaces are approved for installation in the US state of Massachusetts if the follow ing additional requirements are met e Installation and repair must be done by a plumber or gas fitter licensed in the Common wealth of Massachusetts e The flexible gas line connector used shall not exceed 36 in
28. rmation above Make sure manual shut off valve is fully open Refer to Figure 15 to locate gas control knob and piezo Depress control knob in and turn clockwise to the OFF position Figure 16 Wait 5 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 do not smell gas go to the next step The pilot is located on the right side in front of the burner Figure 17 Depress control knob in and turn counterclockwise AS to the IGN position Figure 18 Press the control knob all the way in for 5 seconds Note If you are running the heater for the first time it will be necessary to press the control knob all the way in for 30 seconds to allow air to bleed out of the gas piping 8 With the control knob pressed in push in and release the piezo igniter button to light the pilot 9 Hold the control knob in for a further 10 seconds to prevent the flame failure detector from shutting off the gas while the probe is warming up 10 Release the control knob while turning counterclockwise POSTER to the preferred setting If the knob does not pop out when released stop and immediately call your service technician or gas supplier If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries depress and turn the gas control knob clockwise ALTOS to OFF and wait 30 seconds Depress and turn knob counter clockwise to IGN
29. s gasketed or sealed and b weather stripping has been added on oper able 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 penetra tions for plumbing electrical and gas lines and at other openings Use the following equations to determine if you have aconfined or unconfined space 1 Determine the volume of space ft Length x Width x Height ft Include adjoining rooms with doorless pas sageways or ventilation grills between rooms Example 24 L x 16 W x8 H 3072 ft 2 Divide the volume of space by 50 ft to determine the maximum BTU Hr the space can support A volume of space ft 50 ft Maximum BTU Hr the space can support Example 3072 ft 50 ft 61 44 or 61 440 BTU Hr the space can support co Add the BTU Hr of all the fuel burning appli ances in the space Vent Free heater _______ BTU Hr Gas appliance 1 _ BTU Hr Gas appliance 2 BTU Hr Tota _ BTU Hr Example Vent free heater 32 000 BTU Hr Gas appliance 1 35 000 BTU Hr water heater Total 67 000 BTU Hr Do not include direct vent gas appliances Direct vent is sealed combustion and draws combustion air from the outdoors A Compare the maximum BTU Hr the space can support with the actual amount of BTU Hr used 2 BTU Hr max the spa
30. talled In addition a periodic visual check of the flames should be made The pilot flame should always be present when the heater is in operation Figure 12 WARNING NO ADJUSTMENTS ARE TO BE MADE TO THE ODS PILOT SYSTEM TAMPERING WITH THIS SYSTEM CAN BE EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS Figure 12 An incorrect pilot flame pattern is shown in Figure 13 This pilot flame will cause the thermocoupleto cool When thethermocouple cools the log set will shut off If pilot flame pattern is incorrect or if log set shuts off contact your service representative Figure 13 In normal operation at full rate after 15 min utes the following flame appearance should be observed Rear Burner Characteristics The rear flames should be yellow The flames should extend about 3 4 above the front log for natural gas and 2 3 above for propane L P G gas Figure 14 Figure 14 Main Burner Characteristics The flames at the front burner holes will be blue becoming orange as they hit the bark like texture of the base and front face of the log OPERATION AND CARE OF YOUR APPLIANCE 1 Appliance operation may be controlled through the ON OFFunit rocker switch located in the control compartment or through a re motely located optional wall switch or wall thermostat 2 Thermostat units are equipped with a two stage HI LOW gas control valve To cycle the burner between the HI and LOW settings rotate the control knob clockwise
31. tart to exhibit unusual shapes and behavior or the burners fail to ignite smoothly then the burner holes may require some cleaning If this hap pens contact your nearest dealer to get the appliance serviced REPLACEMENT PARTS An exploded view of the room heater with numbered parts and a parts list can be found on pages 16 and 17 All parts should be or dered through your Lennox distributor or dealer Parts will beshipped at prevailing prices at time of order When ordering repair parts always give the following information The model number of the heater The serial number of the heater The part number The description of the part The quantity required The installation date of the heater oarwh If you encounter any problems or have any questions concerning the installation of this heater please contact your distributor For the name of your nearest distributor contact LHP 1110 West Taft Avenue Orange CA 92865 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT All options are available in kit form are easy to install and are packaged complete with all re quired parts and instructions Some of the option kits need to be fitted prior to completing the installation of the appliance The following paragraphs detail the kit options available The appliances covered in this manual are heater rated and produce a great deal of heat Decorative brass trim pieces and hoods may tarnish because of their proximity to the heater
32. ter during a power outage These heaters are fitted with a specially de signed pilot utilizing an oxygen depletion sen sor ODS which responds to the amount of oxygen available in the room and shuts the heater off before the oxygen level drops below 18 The pilot can be relit only when fresh air is available Refer to the Combustion and Ven tilation Air section WARNING THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR IN STALLATION ONLY IN A SOLID FUEL BURNING FIREPLACE WITH A WORKING FLUEOR AN APPROVED VENTLESS FIRE BOX ENCLOSURE Minimum Fireplace Firebox Size tog set_ riot oom wian 18 Models 16 14 20 Front 19 Rear 24 Models 16 14 35 Front 27 Rear 28 Models 16 14 38 Front 30 Rear Table 1 Do not install these Unvented Gas Log Room Heaters in a bedroom or a bathroom as all units exceed maximum allowable BTU hr in put of 10 000 Check the inventory list to be sure that you have all the necessary parts in usable condition Also check for concealed damage Inventory Unvented gas log room heater Two 2 screws Bag of decorative volcanic rock Ceramic fiber log set Installation and Operating Instructions Tools and Supplies Normally Required External regulator Propane models only Manual shut off valve Sediment trap Piping complying with local codes Pipe compound Pipe wrench Tee joint Screwdriver IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION INSTALLER PLEASE LEAVE THESE INSTRUC TIONS WITH THE OWNER
33. trols and burners Figure 9 Failure to do so could prevent the heater from operating reliably IMPORTANT HOLD HEATER REGULATOR WITH A WRENCH TO PREVENT MOVEMENT WHEN CONNECTING TO INLET PIPING An external regulator must be used on all pro pane L P G heaters in addition to the regula tor fitted to the heater to reduce the supply tank pressure to 13 w c maximum Fireplace or Firebox Wall Sediment Trap Down Figure 9 WARNING CONNECTING DIRECTLY TO AN UNREGULATED PROPANE TANK MAY CAUSE AN EXPLOSION The heater gas inlet connection is 3 8 NPT at the regulator located on the right side facing the heater If a left side connection is required the connection pipe may be piped under the rear of the appliance to end at the left hand side for connection to the inlet When tightening up the joint to the regulator hold the regulator securely with a wrench to prevent the regulator from moving Checking Gas Connections Turn on gas sup ply and test for gas leaks using a gas leak test solution also referred to as bubble leak solu tion NOTE using a soapy water solution 50 dish soap 50 water is an effective leak test solution but it is not recommended be cause the soap residue that is left on the pipes fittings can result in corrosion over time A Light the appliance refer to the lighting instructions label in the control compartment or on pages 12 or 14 B Brush all joints and connect
34. ve the fireplace firebox refer to Table 3 and to Figures 4 and 5 for installation profiles If your mantel profile is unsafe you may either Raisethe mantel to an acceptable height or e Remove the mantel Example The bottom of the mantel may project from the wall a maximum of 2 1 2 at a mini mum of 28 above the opening The top shelf of the mantel may project a maximum of 6 at a minimum of 34 1 2 above the opening 38 5 8 34 1 2 Heat Resistant Material Figure 4 Example Thebottom ofthe mantel may project from the wall a maximum of 2 1 2 at a mini mum of 8 above the opening The top shelf of the mantel may project a maximum of 6 ata minimum of 14 1 2 above the opening Hood Canopy Heat Resistant Material Figure 5 Step 5 Floor clearance If combustible floor ing materials such as carpeting or asphalt tile are to be located within 14 of the fireplace or firebox opening the room heater base must be at least 5 above the combustible flooring ma terial Figure 6 Combustible Material Combustible Material Figure 6 The room heater base may be lower than 5 above the combustible flooring materials if the combustible flooring materials are more than 14 from the fireplace or firebox opening Figure 7 Combustible Material Can be less than 5 AA 14 Min a Both Sides Of Opening Figure 7 INSTALLATION WARNING DO NOT
35. volcanic rock over base plate in front of and below the main burner Check Gas Type This heater can only be connected to the gas type specified on the heater rating plate This heater can not be modified in the field for a different gas type If the gas supply differs DO NOTINSTALL the heater Contact your dealer to obtain the correct heater CLEARANCES WARNING DO NOT INSTALL THIS GAS HEATER IN SLEEPING QUARTERS BATH ROOMS A MOBILE HOME OR A REC REATIONAL VEHICLE WHERE CURTAINS FURNITURE CLOTHINGOR OTHER FLAMM ABLEOB JECTS ARE LESS THAN 42 FROM THE FRONT OF THE GAS HEATER IN HIGH TRAFFIC AREAS IN WINDY OR DRAFTY AREAS Ensure the minimum clearances shown in Fig ures 1 through 7are maintained Left and right clearances are determined when facing the front of the heater Noncombustible Material Requirements with No Mantel Installed A Noncombustible Material Measurement Requirements for Safe Installation 8 minimum to 12 Less than 8 Table 2 Install adjustable canopy P N 053752 Figure 3 Extend noncombustible material to at least 8 and install adjustable canopy Figure 3 or Extend noncombustible material to a height of at least 12 Noncombustible Material Heights and Mantel Location Noncombustible Material Measurement Requirements for Safe Installation with Wood Mantel Shelf or Other Combustible Projection 12 or more Adjustable canopy not required Observe
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