Empire Comfort Systems VFSUR24-2 Introduction, New Installation, Well Head Gas Installations

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INTRODUCTION

IMPORTANT: Read all instructions carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these installation instructions may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.

Save this manual for future reference.

Please read this manual before installing and using the appliance.

Instructions to Installer

1.Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after installation.

2.Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card supplied with unvented room heater/vented decorative appliance.

3.Installer should show owner how to start and operate unvented room heater/vented decorative appliance.

Always consult your local Building Department regarding regulations, codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of an unvented room heater/vented decorative appliance.

This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by state or local codes.

*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer.

This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases.

New Installation

Solid-fuels shall not be burned in a fireplace where a vented decorative appliance is installed.

A vented decorative appliance must be installed only in a solid- fuel burning fireplace with a working flue and constructed of non- combustible material.

Any alteration of the original design, installed other than as shown in these instructions oruse with a type of gas not shown on the rating plate is the responsibility of the person and company making the change.

Important

All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number, Serial Number and type of gas.

Attention: During initial use of log you will detect an odor as the log is cured.

Notice: During initial firing of this unit, its paint will bake out, and smoke will occur. To prevent triggering of smoke alarms, ventilate the room in which the unit is installed.

Warning: This appliance is for installation only in a solid- fuel burning masonry or UL127 factory-built fireplace or in a listed ventless firebox enclosure. It has been design certified for these installations. Exception: DO NOT install this appliance in a factory-built fireplace that includes instructions stating it has not been tested or should not be used with unvented gas logs.

WARNING: Any modification to this unvented gas heater or its controls can be dangerous. Improper installation or use of the heater can cause serious injury or death from fire, burns, explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning.

Well Head Gas Installations

Some natural gas utilities use "well head" gas. This may affect the Btu output of the unit. Contact the gas company for the heating value. Contact the manufacturer or your gas company before changing spud/orifice size.

ACCESSORIES

 

Description

Color

EK-2

Embers Kit

 

ELH-1

Fireplace Hood for Vent-Free Logs

Black

ELH-2

Fireplace Hood for Vent-Free Logs

Brass

FRBC

Battery Operated Remote Control - Manual

 

FRBTC

Battery Operated Remote Control with Thermostat

FREC

Electric Remote Control - Manual

 

FWS

Wall Switch

 

TMV

Wall Thermostat, Millivolt - Reed Switch

 

 

 

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Natural Gas

Propane Gas

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Valve Type

 

Millivolt

Millivolt

 

 

 

 

Regulator pressure setting

 

3.5" W.C.

10.0" W.C.

 

 

 

 

Gas inlet pressure

Max.

10.5" W.C.

13.0" W.C.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Min.

5.0" W.C.

11.0" W.C.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Model

 

Gas

 

Valve Type

 

BTUH

BTUH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Max. Rate

Min. Rate

VFSUR18

 

Natural

 

Millivolt

 

 

36,000

 

25,000

VFSUR18

 

Propane

 

Millivolt

 

 

36,000

 

25,000

VFSUR24

 

Natural

 

Millivolt

 

 

38,000

 

26,500

VFSUR24

 

Propane

 

Millivolt

 

 

38,000

 

26,500

VFSUR30

 

Natural

 

Millivolt

 

 

40,000

 

28,000

VFSUR30

 

Propane

 

Millivolt

 

 

40,000

 

28,000

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Contents Empire Table of Contents Carton Contents Hardware PackageImportant Safety Information Carbon Monoxide Poisoning MAY Lead to DeathSafety Information for Users of LP-GAS LP-GAS Warning OdorNew Installation Well Head Gas InstallationsIntroduction General Information Before you get startedMake sure you have received all parts Important Safety Information Requirements for CanadaWater Vapor a BY-PRODUCT of Unvented Room Heaters Unusually Tight ConstructionGlass Doors Installing as a Vented ApplianceClearances Mantel Clearances Without Hood FigureMantel Clearances with Hood Figure Floor Clearance FigureCombustible Material Fireplace PreparationInstalling AS a Vented Appliance Before Fully Installing the ApplianceInstalling Damper Clamp Figure GAS Supply Installing a New Main Gas CockPressure Testing of the Gas Supply System Recommended Gas Pipe DiameterPlacement of Glowing Embers and Lava Rock Operation INSTRUCTIONS/FLAME AppearancePlacing Lava Rock in Front of Burner on Fireplace Floor VFSUR-18,24,30-2 Lighting Instructions What to do if YOU Smell GASBurner Instructions Lighting the multisided burnerPilot Flame Characteristics Cleaning and ServicingTurn OFF Heater and Allow to Cool Before Cleaning Wiring Appliance produces unwanted odors Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF positionHeater produces a whistling noise when main burner is lit Appliance shuts off during use. Pilot stays onWarranty Parts HOW to Order Repair PartsParts Not Under Warranty Master Parts Distributor ListParts List Index Part Number DescriptionVFSUR18N,P VFSUR24N,P VFSUR30N,P Parts View Comfort Systems