TOA Electronics VF4000-CMP-2 Clearances, Preinstallation, Installation Steps, Built-In Systems

Do not install in the vicinity of gasoline or other flammable liquids. The heater must be kept clear and free from these combustible materi- als and may not be located near where they are stored.

Clearances

WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL VF SE- RIES UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS IN SLEEPING QUARTERS, OR IN RECRE- ATIONAL VEHICLES.

Note: Combustible wall finish materials and/or surround materials must not be allowed to encroach the area defined by the appliance front face (black sheet metal). Never allow combustible materials to be positioned in front of or overlapping the appliance front face.

6" Clearance to Combustible Side Wall

Max. Projection (See Fig. 2)

37-1/2" Min.

Note: The following steps represent the normal sequence of installation. Each installation is unique, however, and might require a different sequence.

CAUTION: HEATERS CREATE WARM AIR CUR- RENTS. THESE CURRENTS MOVE HEAT TO WALL SURFACES NEXT TO HEATER. INSTALL- ING HEATER NEXT TO VINYL OR CLOTH WALL COVERINGS OR OPERATING HEATER WHERE IMPURITIES IN THE AIR (SUCH AS TOBACCO SMOKE) EXISTS, MAY DISCOLOR WALLS.

WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL THE VF UNVENTED ROOM HEATER:

Combustible Mantel

to Ceiling (953 mm)

Step 1. Position heater in desired location (freestanding, onto surround base or into pre- pared framing) and secure.

•WHERE CURTAINS, FURNITURE, CLOTHING OR OTHER FLAMMABLE OBJECTS ARE LESS THAN 42" FROM THE FRONT OF THE UNVENTED ROOM HEATER.

•IN HIGH TRAFFIC AREAS.

•IN WINDY OR DRAFTY AREAS.

Ensure the minimum clearances shown in Figures 2 and 3 are maintained.

Minimum clearance to combustibles are:

Appliance:	side and back - 0"
	floor - 0"
	adjacent wall - 6"
	ceiling - 37-1/2” (953 mm)

(See Fig. 2)

Figure 3

PREINSTALLATION

Check that all listed parts have been received.

Carefully inspect the heater case and contents for shipping damage and immediately inform the dealer from whom you purchased the gas fireplace if any damage is found.

The appliance is shipped with all gas controls and components installed and pre-wired. Re- move the shipping carton. The nailing flanges are installed at each side of the appliance back-

Step 2. Plumb gas line. (Gas connections should only be performed by an experienced, licensed/ certified tradesman.)

Step 3. Assemble logs and test flame appear- ance.

Step 4. Complete finish wall material, sur- round and optional hearth extension to your individual taste.

INSTALLATION STEPS

Built-In Systems

WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW FANS TO BLOW DIRECTLY INTO THE FIREPLACE. AVOID ANY DRAFTS THAT ALTER

Combustible

Finished Wall

Materials

	12"
	( mm)
	10''
26"	8''
( mm)
22-1/2"	6''
( mm)
18-5/8"
( mm)	2-1/2"
14-1/2"	( mm)
( mm)
	8"
( mm)
	VF Series

Figure 2

Header

Spacer

1/4" Gap Required

Top of Appliance

Top of Door Frame

wards when shipped from the factory to protect the unit from shipping damage. Remove the nailing flanges and retain for use when install- ing the appliance in framing. Remove three screws and remove the screen panel. Remove the logs and set aside.

Check Gas Type

This appliance can only be connected to the gas type specified on the appliance data plate. This appliance can not be modified in the field for a different gas type. If the gas type to be used is not the one specified contact the dealer to obtain the correct gas appliance.

Note: Illustrations shown in this manual reflect “typical” installations with nominal dimensions

BURNER FLAME PATTERNS.

WARNING: DO NOT USE A BLOWER IN- SERT, HEAT EXCHANGER INSERT OR OTHER ACCESSORY NOT APPROVED FOR USE WITH THIS HEATER.

Do not burn solid fuels in this listed unvented gas room heater.

Step 1. Frame VF4000 appliance enclosures as illustrated in Figures 4, 5 and 6.

Note: The framed depth (15-1/2" for a flat wall, 29" for a corner VF4000) must always be measured from a finished surface. If a wall covering such as drywall is to be attached to the rear wall, then the dimension must be

A hearth extension is not required with this appliance. If a hearth extension is used, do not block the lower control compartment door. Any hearth extensions used is for appearance only and does not have to conform to standard hearth extension installation requirements.

and are for design and framing reference only. Actual installations may vary due to individual design preferences. However, always maintain minimum clearances to combustible materials and do not violate any specific installation re- quirements.

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATION NOT TO SCALE.

measured from the drywall surface.

Note: Framing dimensions in Figures 4 - 6 are calculated for a nailing flange depth of 1/2" (13 mm).

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