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Empire Comfort Systems VFSR-16-3 manual

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  • Page 1

    Page 1 14008-0-0403 I NST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER'S MANUAL UNVENTED GAS LOG HEA TER OR VENTED DECORA TIVE APPLIANCE MODELS EFFECTIVE DA TE APRIL, 2003 W ARNINGS If the information in this manual is not followed exactly , a fir e or explosion may r esult causing property damage, personal injur y or loss of life. – Do not store or use[...]

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    Page 2 14008-0-0403 Section Page Important Safety Information ................................................................................................... ...................... 3 Safety Information for Users of LP Gas ......................................................................................... ................ 4 Introduction ..[...]

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    Page 3 14008-0-0403 W hen used without adequate combustion and ventilation air , heater may give off CARBON MONOXIDE, an odorless, poisonous gas. Do not install heater until all necessary pr ovisions are made for combustion and ventilation air . Consult the written instructions provided with the heater for information concerning combustion and vent[...]

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    Page 4 14008-0-0403 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 ma[...]

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    Page 5 14008-0-0403 IMPOR T ANT : Read all instructions carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these installation instructions may result in a possible fir e hazard and will void the warranty . Save this manual for futur e refer ence. Please read this manual befor e installing and using the appliance. Instructions to Installer 1.[...]

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    Page 6 14008-0-0403 GENERAL INFORMA TION This is an unvented gas-fired heater . It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed. Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. Keep room area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. Unvented gas heaters are a su[...]

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    Page 7 14008-0-0403 PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUA TE COMBUSTION & VENTILA TION AIR Minimum Dimensions For Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces UL127 Factory Built Fir eplaces (Figure 2) Model A B C D VFSV -16 18" 1 1 1/2" 24" 18" VFSR-16 18" 1 1 1/2" 24" 18" VFSV -18 17" 14" 28" 17" VFSR-18 17" [...]

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    Page 8 14008-0-0403 Sidewall & Ceiling Clearances (Figure 3) Figure 3 The sides of the fireplace opening must be 6" from any combustible wall. The ceiling must be at least 36" (for the 16" log) and 41" (for 18", 24" and 30" logs) from the fireplace opening. Mantel Clearances W ithout Hood (Figure 4) Y ou must [...]

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    Page 9 14008-0-0403 FIREPLACE PREP ARA TION • T urn off gas supply to fireplace or firebox. • Have the fireplace floor and chimney professionally cleaned to remove ashes, soot, creosote or other obstructions. Have this cleaning performed annually after installation. • Seal any fresh air vents or ash clean-out doors located on floor or wall of[...]

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    Page 10 14008-0-0403 INST ALLING AS A VENTED APPLIANCE Notice (Damper Clamp Installation) When installing your log set as a vented installation the damper clamp must be used. When installing your log set as a vent-free installation the damper clamp can be used to eliminate the potential for odors when burn- ing the logs for the first time. Installi[...]

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    Page 11 14008-0-0403 GAS SUPPL Y Check all local codes for requirements, especially for the size and type of gas supply line required. Recommended Gas Pipe Diameter Pipe Length Schedule 40 Pipe Tubing, Type L (Feet) Inside Diameter Outside Diameter Nat. L.P. Nat. L.P. 0-10 1/2" 3/8" 1/2" 3/8" 1.3 cm 1.0 cm 1.3 cm 1.0 cm 10-40 1/[...]

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    Page 12 14008-0-0403 PLACEMENT OF GLOWING EMBERS AND LA V A ROCK Placement of the glowing embers (rock wool) is very individual and light coverage of the areas indicated will provide your best effects. W e recommend separation of the rock wool by hand and make your coverage as light and fluffy as possible. Place just enough embers on the burner to [...]

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    Page 13 14008-0-0403 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 normal 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 do[...]

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    Page 14 14008-0-0403 HI/LO REGULA TOR CONTROL KNOB PIEZO IGNIT OR 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. When lighting the pilot, follow these i[...]

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    Page 15 14008-0-0403 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. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell[...]

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    Page 16 14008-0-0403 Figures 15 and 18 show a correct 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 16 and 19 show an incorrect pilot flame pattern. The[...]

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    Page 17 14008-0-0403 Annual inspection and cleaning by your dealer or qualified service technician is recommended to pr event malfunction and/or sooting. TURN OFF HEA TER AND ALLOW T O COOL BEFORE CLEANING . Remove logs, handling carefully by holding gently at each end. Gloves are recommended to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. If skin [...]

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    Page 18 14008-0-0403 WIRING Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. W iring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. V erify proper operation after servicing. 16", 18", 24" and 30" Gas Logs (Millivolt) thermopile is self powered gas valve and does not require 1 10 volts. See Figure 21 to provide[...]

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    Page 19 14008-0-0403 If the gas quality is bad, your pilot may not stay lit, the burners may pr oduce soot and the heater may backfire when lit. If the gas quality or pressur e is low , contact your local gas supplier immediately . 1. When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/pilot. a. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong - Replace pil[...]

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    Page 20 14008-0-0403 Index Part No. Number Description COMMON P ARTS 1 15425 REAR LOG SUPPORT (16) 1 15426 REAR LOG SUPPORT (18) 1 15427 REAR LOG SUPPORT (24) 1 15428 REAR LOG SUPPORT (30) 2 1 1285 BURNER SUPPOR T - LEFT (16) 2 1 1376 BURNER SUPPOR T - LEFT (18,24,30) 3 1 1273 GRA TE (2 REQ’D) (16) 3 1 1370 GRA TE (2 REQ’D) (18) 3 1 1371 GRA TE[...]

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    Page 21 14008-0-0403 PAR TS VIEW 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 N[...]

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    Page 22 14008-0-0403 SER VICE NOTES[...]

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    Page 23 14008-0-0403 SER VICE NOTES[...]

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    Page 24 14008-0-0403 Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. Nine Eighteen Freeburg Ave. Belleville, Illinois 62220-2623 PH: 1-618-233-7420 PH: 1-800-851-3153 F AX: 1-618-233-7097 F AX: 1-800-443-8648 E-MAIL: info@empirecomfort.com WEB SITE: www .empirecomfort.com[...]