United States Stove VFZC32N, VFZC32L Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space

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Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space

Use this worksheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space.

Space: Includes the room in which you will install the firebox plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms.

1.Determine the volume of the space (length x width x height).

Length x Width x Height = _______________ cu. Ft. (volume of space)

Example: Space size

22 ft. (length) x 18 ft. (width) x 8 ft. (ceiling height) =

 

3168 cu. Ft. (volume of space)

If additional ventilation to adjoining room is supplied with grills or openings, add the volume of these rooms to the total volume of the space.

2.Divide the space volume by 50 cubic feet to determine the maximum BTU/Hr the space can support.

_________ (volume of space) 50 cu. Ft. = (Maximum BTU/Hr the space can support)

Example: 3168 cu. Ft. (volume of space) 50 cu. Ft. = 63.3 or 63,300 (maximum BTU/Hr the space can support)

3.Add the BTU/Hr of all fuel-burning appliances in the space.

Vent-free Firebox

 

__________________

BTU/Hr

Gas water heater*

 

__________________

BTU/Hr

Gas furnace

 

__________________

BTU/Hr

Vented gas heater

 

__________________

BTU/Hr

Gas firebox logs

 

__________________

BTU/Hr

Other gas appliances*

+ __________________

BTU/Hr

Total

= __________________

BTU/Hr

Example: Gas water Heater

 

40,000

BTU/Hr

Vent-free firebox with log heater

+

39,000

BTU/Hr

Total

=

79,000

BTU/Hr

*Do not include direct-vent gas appliances. Direct-vent draws combustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors.

4.Compare the maximum BTU/Hr the space can support with the actual amount of BTU/ Hr used.

______________

BTU/Hr (maximum the space can support)

______________

BTU/Hr (actual amount of BTU/Hr used)

Example: 63,300 BTU/Hr (maximum the space can support) 79,000 BTU/Hr (actual amount of BTU/Hr used)

The space in the above example is a confined space because the actual BTU/Hr used is more than the maximum BTU/Hr the space can support. You must provide additional fresh air.

Your options are as follows:

A.Rework worksheet, adding the space of an adjoining room. If the extra space provides

an unconfined space, remove door to adjoining room or add ventilation grills between

8rooms. See Ventilation Air From Inside Building, page 9.

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Contents Owners Operation and Installation Manual Do not use a blower insert Heat exchanger insert or other~WHAT to do if YOU Smell GAS Do not try to light any applianceTable of Contents Local CodesPage VFZC32 Specifications Firebox TOP View Firebox Front View Firebox Side View AIR for Combustion and Ventilation Product FeaturesLocating Fireplace Confined Space and Unconfined Space Providing adequate ventilationUnusually Tight Construction Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Ventilation AIR Ventilation Air From Inside BuildingInstallation Installation ClearancesMantel Clearances for Conventional Installation Minimum Wall and Ceiling Clearances see FigureMantel Clearances for Built-in Installation Minimum Clearance to Wall and CeilingInstalling the Fireplace Screen Installing the Fireplace HoodInstalling the Firebrick Panels into the firebox GAS Connection Gas ConnectionGAS Pressure Check Flex Pipe Connected to controlMantel Installation Fireplace Installation Using Optional MantelInstalling Firebox on Hearth Base BUILT-IN Installation Built-in Fireplace InstallationHeight Front Width Depth Model # VFZC32Rough Opening for Installing in Corner LOG Positioning LOG AssemblyProper Installation Sequence For Your Safety Read Before Lighting For Your SafetyOperating Instructions What to do if YOU Smell GASLighting Instructions Turn OFF GAS to ApplianceCleaning / Servicing Match Lighting InstructionsChecking Flame Appearance Pilot FlamePeriodic Cleaning Annual Cleaning/InspectionFlame Appearance FlamesParts Diagram and Parts List KEY Description PART# QTYGenerator Assembly Parts Diagram Generator Assembly Parts List KEY Description QTYVF32B Blower KIT, Wiring Diagram Installing the Optional VF32B Blower KitOptional Accessories Cabinet MantelHearth Base Face MantelBlower Accessory Wall Switch AccessoryRemote Control Accessory Aluminum Trim KitsHOW to Order Repair Parts Ussc

VFZC32L, VFZC32N specifications

The United States Stove Company has long been recognized for its quality heating solutions, and the VFZC32N and VFZC32L models exemplify this commitment to excellence. These freestanding vent-free zone heaters are designed to provide efficient and effective heating for residential spaces, showcasing advanced technologies and user-friendly features.

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