Operating Guidelines, Maintenance | Empire Comfort Systems VFCT25-3

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 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 as the appliance.

3.Tampering is 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 themselves 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.

PIEZO

IGNITOR

HI/LO

REGULATOR

CONTROL

KNOB

Figure 20

Maximum and Minimum Input

The gas valve on the appliance allows the input to adjust between a maximum input of 25,000 Btuh for Natural gas and Propane gas to a minimuminputof17,500BtuhforVFCR-25andVFCT-25and15,000Btuh forVFCM-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 NOTHANDLE LOGSWHILETHEYARE HOT.ALLOWPLENTY OFTIME FORTHEAPPLIANCETO COOLCOM-PLETELYBEFORE HANDLING.

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Maintenance & Service Instructions

IMPORTANT:Turn off gas before servicing appliance. It is recommended that a competent 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.

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VFCT25-3, VFCM-25-3. VFCR-25-3 specifications

Empire Comfort Systems has long been recognized for its commitment to delivering high-quality heating products that cater to a variety of residential and commercial needs. Among their offerings, the VFCM-25-3, VFCR-25-3, and VFCT-25-3 stand out as exceptional models in the realm of vent-free gas fireplaces. These units are designed to provide warmth and comfort while boasting innovative technologies, efficiency, and user-friendly features.

The VFCM-25-3 model is particularly notable for its contemporary design, offering a sleek appearance that can complement various home decors. It utilizes a dual fuel system, allowing it to run on both natural gas and propane. This flexibility ensures that users have options based on their heating preferences and availability of fuel sources. The in-built thermostat control enables automatic adjustments to maintain a consistent temperature, providing comfort without the need for constant monitoring.

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The VFCT-25-3 variant is designed with versatility and user convenience in mind. This model comes with vent-free technology that allows for installation in locations where venting would be challenging or impossible. Its adjustable flame height allows users to customize the experience, creating a customizable ambiance that caters to personal preferences. Moreover, the unit is equipped with a built-in oxygen depletion sensor (ODS) that ensures safe operation by shutting off the unit if oxygen levels drop to unsafe levels.

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