Empire Comfort Systems VF24FP3-1 Built-Infireplace Installation, Built-InFireplace Installation

BUILT-IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION

Built-In Fireplace Installation

Built-in installation of this fireplace involves installing fireplace into a framed-in enclosure. This makes the front of fireplace flush with wall. If installing a mantel above the fireplace, you must follow the clearances shown in Figure 5, page 9. Follow the instructions below to install the fireplace in this manner.

Frame in rough opening. Use dimensions shown in Figure 10 for a conventional rough opening. Use dimensions shown in Figure 11 for corner rough opening. Be sure to provide gas line for fireplace and electrical power for VFS-BK optional blower assembly.

1.Attach two (2) nailing flanges to firebox sides with two (2) 10 x 1/2" screws for each nailing flange.

2.Gas line connections must be made at this time. When facing the appliance the gas supply will enter on right-hand side. See "Gas Supply" Page 8.

3.Insert fireplace into enclosure.

4.Attach nailing flanges to framing with a screw or nail.

5.Finished wall surface will be flush to the leading edge of fireplace top and sides.

6.Installation of built-in fireplace is completed.

Installation of Trim

1.Lower bottom louver.

2.Remove screen from fireplace.

3.Remove top louver from fireplace [two (2) Phillips screws].

4.Attach right and lift trim to fireplace. Use two (2) Phillips screws for each side.

5.Attach trim top to fireplace with two (2) Phillips screws.

6.Reattach top louver to fireplace using two (2) Phillips screws.

7.Reattach screen to fireplace.

8.Raise bottom louver.

Rough Opening for Installing in Wall

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PROJECTETION

ALLA

INST

H
FLUS	TION
ALLA
INST

	M BACK
1” TO	6” FRO	m	26	3/4”
m TO 152m
25m			(680mm)
ELECTRICAL
	ACLE
RECEPT

	4”	(102mm)			Y
			UPPL
		S S
	GA
11	1/4”
			23
(286mm)				1/4”	(591mm)

Figure 10

Rough Opening for Installing in Corner

Figure 11

Figure 12

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