Empire Comfort Systems CHBR-16-3 General Information, Before you get started

GENERAL INFORMATION

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 supplemental zone heater. They are not intended to be a primary heating appliance. Water vapor produced by an unvented heater can create moisture problems in a home when operated for extended periods of time.

During manufacturing, fabricating and shipping, various components of this appliance are treated with certain oils, films or bonding agents. These chemicals are not harmful but may produce annoying smoke and smells as they are burned off during the initial operation of the appliance; possibly causing headaches or eye or lung irritation. This is a normal and temporary occurrence.

The initial break-in operation should last 2-3 hours with the burner at the highest setting. Provide maximum ventilation by opening windows or doors to allow odors to dissipate. Any odors remaining after this initial break-in period will be slight and will disappear with continued use.

Do not use this room heater if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the room heater and replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.

Before you get started

Carefully inspect the contents for shipping damage. If any parts are missing or damaged, immediately inform the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance. Do not attempt to install any part of the appliance unless you have all parts in good condition.

Installation on Rugs and Tile

If this appliance is to be installed directly on carpeting, tile, or other combustible material, other than wood flooring, the appliance shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the appliance.

The base referred to above does not mean the fire-proof base as used on wood stoves. The protection is primarily for rugs that may be extremely thick and light-color tile that can discolor.

Make sure you have received all parts:

Check your packing list to verify that all listed parts have been received. You should have the following:

•Gas log grate/burner assembly.

•Five (5) ceramic fiber logs.

•Plastic bag containing glowing embers (rock wool) for burner coverage.

•Plastic bag containing lava rock.

Millivolt controlled heater designed to be operated with optional devices for ON/OFF functions.

•Wall switch or thermostat with wire.

•Hand held remote control with ON/OFF switch or thermostat.

Handle the gas log burner assembly by the grate and legs only. Do not pick the unit up by the burner.

Gloves are recommended when handling ceramic fiber logs to prevent skin irritation from loose fibers. Logs are fragile - Handle with care.

Important

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

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

WARNING: This appliance is equipped for (natural gas or propane) gas. Field conversion is not permitted.

High Altitudes: For altitudes/elevation above 2,000 feet ratings should be reduced at the rate of 4 percent for each 1,000 feet above sea level. Contact the manufacturer.

WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS

Water vapor is a by-product of gas combustion.An unvented room heater produces approximately one (1) ounce (30ml) of water for every 1,000 BTU’s (.3KW’s) of gas input per hour.

Unvented room heaters must be used as supplemental heat (a room) rather than a primary heat source (an entire house). In most supplemental heat applications, the water vapor does not create a problem. In most applications, the water vapor enhances the low humidity atmosphere experienced during cold weather.

The following steps will help insure that water vapor does not become a problem.

1.Be sure the heater is sized properly for the application, including ample combustion air and circulation air.

2.If high humidity is experienced, a dehumidifier may be used to help lower the water vapor content of the air.

3.Do not use an unvented room heater as the primary heat source (an entire house).

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