Empire Comfort Systems VFP32FB2DL-4 Quick start guide

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

AND OWNER'S MANUAL

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MODIFY OR ALTER THE CONSTRUC-

TION OF THE FIREBOX OR ITS COMPONENTS. ANY MODI-

FICATION OR ALTERATION OF CONSTRUCTION MAY VOID

THE WARRANTY OF THIS FIREBOX.

CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE ALERTED TO THE

HAZARDS OF HIGH SURFACE TEMPERATURE AND

SHOULD STAY AWAY TO AVOID BURNS OR CLOTHING IG-

NITION.

YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE CAREFULLY SUPERVISED

WHEN THEY ARE IN THE SAME ROOM AS THE FIREBOX.

FOR USE ONLY WITH A LISTED GAS-FIRED UNVENTED

DECORATIVE ROOM HEATER NOT TO EXCEED 40,000

BTU/H.

DO NOT BUILD A WOOD FIRE.

UNIVERSAL FIREBOX FOR ALL

VENT-FREE LOG SETS

MODELS

VFP32FB2DL-4 VFP36FB2DL-4 VFP42FB2DL-4

VFP32FB2CL-3 VFP36FB2CL-3 VFP42FB2CL-3

VFP32FB2EL-3 VFP36FB2EL-3 VFP42FB2EL-3

VFP32FB2DF-4 VFP36FB2DF-4 VFP42FB2DF-4

VFP32FB2CF-3 VFP36FB2CF-3 VFP42FB2CF-3

VFP32FB2EF-3 VFP36FB2EF-3 VFP42FB2EF-3

WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,

service or maintenance can cause injury or property dam-

age. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional infor-

mation, consult a qualied installer, service agency or the

gas supplier.

Carefully review the instructions supplied with the decora-

tive type unvented room heater for the minimum replace

size requirement.

DO NOT INSTALL A VENT-FREE LOG SET IN THIS FIREBOX,

UNLESS THIS FIREBOX MEETS THE MINIMUM DIMENSIONS

REQUIRED FOR THE INSTALLATION.

GAS-FIRED

ANSI Z21.91 Ventless Fireplace Enclosures for Gas

Fired Decorative Type Unvented Room Heaters

— Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable vapors

and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appli-

ance.

— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any

phone in your building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neigh-

bor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instruc-

tions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the re

department.

— Installation and service must be performed by a quali-

ed installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

WARNING: If the information in these instructions are

not followed exactly, a re or explosion may result caus-

ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance.

Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference.

EMPIRE

Comfort Systems

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SECTION PAGE

Important Safety Information....................................................................................3

Introduction ..............................................................................................................3

Clearances ............................................................................................................4-5

Firebox Installation Instructions.............................................................................6-8

Installing Hood ......................................................................................................8-9

Gas Line Connection ...............................................................................................9

Optional Fresh Air Kit Installation Instructions...................................................10-12

Optional Single Speed Blower Installations Instructions ...................................13-15

Junction Box Wiring Installation Instructions..........................................................16

Maintenance...........................................................................................................16

Parts List .........................................................................................................17-18

Parts View ..............................................................................................................19

Accessories.......................................................................................................20-21

Master Parts Distributor List...................................................................................22

How to Order Repair Parts.....................................................................................22

Warranty.................................................................................................................23

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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The installation must conform with local codes or, in

the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas

Code, ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition) and to the National

electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA70 (latest edition).

NOTE: Installation and repair should be done by a quali-

ed service person. The appliance should be inspected

before use and at least annually by a qualied service

person. More frequent cleaning may be required due

to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc.

It is imperative that control compartment, burners and

circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept

clean.

Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an

appliance must be replaced prior to operating the ap-

pliance. Provide adequate combustion and ventilation

air.

The ow of combustion and ventilation air MUST NOT

be obstructed.

Provide adequate clearance around air openings into

the combustion chamber and adequate accessibility

clearance for servicing and proper operation. NEVER

obstruct the front opening of the appliance.

This Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. rebox and its

components have been tested and will operate safely

when installed in accordance with this installation

manual. Read all instructions before starting

installation, then follow these instructions carefully

during installation to maximize rebox benet and

safety. Report to your dealer any parts damaged in

shipment.

The Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. warranty will be

voided by, and Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. disclaims

any responsibility for the following actions:

- Installation of any damaged rebox.

- Modication of the rebox or any of the components

parts thereof.

- Installation other than as instructed by Empire

Comfort Systems, Inc.

- Installation and/or use of any component part

or accessory not approved by Empire Comfort

Systems, Inc. in combination or assembly with

a Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. firebox, not

withstanding any independent testing laboratory

or other third party approval of such component

part or accessory.

Any such action may create a possible re hazard.

Consult your local building codes.

Firebox Screen.

The rebox screen must be in place when the rebox

is operating.

Instructions to Installer

1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after

installation.

2. Installermusthaveownerlloutandmailwarrantycard

suppliedwithrebox.

3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate

logsetthatisinstalledintorebox.

Important

All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number,

Serial Number.

Notice: During initial ring of this rebox with a log set

installed, its paint will bake out, and smoke will occur. To

prevent triggering of smoke alarms, ventilate the room in

which the unit is installed.

Qualied Installing Agency

Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization

equipment or accessories and repair and servicing of

equipmentshallbeperformedonlybyaqualiedagency.

The term "qualied agency" means any individual, rm,

corporation or company which either in person or through

a representative is engaged in and is responsible for (a)

the installation or replacement of gas piping or (b) the

connection, installation, repair or servicing of equipment,

who is experienced in such work, familiar with all precautions

required and has complied with all the requirements of the

authority having jurisdiction.

State of Massachusetts: The installation must be made

byalicensedplumberorgastterintheCommonwealth

of Massachusetts. The state of Massachusetts requires

thataexibleapplianceconnectorcannotexceedthree

feet in length.

Sellers of unvented propane or natural gas-fired

supplemental room heaters shall provide to each

purchaser a copy of 527 CMR 30 upon sale of the unit.

In the State of Massachusetts, unvented propane and

natural gas-red space heaters shall be prohibited in

bedrooms and bathrooms.

The installation must conform with local codes or, in the

absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code,

ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.*

*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc.,

11 West 42nd St., New York, N.Y. 10036.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION

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Sidewall Clearances:Theclearancefromtheinsideoftherebox

to perpendicular combustible side wall should not be less than

6". See Figure 1.

Firebox Side and Back Clearances:Thereboxoutercasingside

andbackangesarezeroclearancetocombustibles.

Top Framing and Finishing: Combustible framing may rest on

topofstandoffs.Combustiblenishingmaterialsmayextendto

the top standoff screws on the front edge of the outer wrap. See

Figures 2a & 2b.

CLEARANCES

45°

6”

3”

MAX.

PERPENDICULAR

SIDE WALL

FRONT FACE (SIDE)

FIREBOX

(TOP VIEW)

COMBUSTIBLE

MATERIALS ALLOWED

IN SHADED AREAS

Figure 1

FIREBOX

STAND OFF

FINISH WITH TRIM KIT OR

NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL

AS DESIRED.

COMBUSTIBLE

FINISHED WALL

OR MANTEL

2X4

HEADER

Figure 2a - Louvered Models

FIREBOX

STAND OFF

COMBUSTIBLE

FINISHED WALL

OR MANTEL

2X4

HEADER

TOP OUTER

WRAP

FINISH WITH TRIM KIT

OR NON-COMBUSTIBLE

MATERIAL AS DESIRED.

Figure 2b - Flush Models

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Ceiling Clearances: The ceiling height should not be less than 42"

from the top of the hood. See Figures 3a and 3b.

Mantel Clearances: Ventfreereboxmodelsmustusethehood

suppliedwiththerebox,oroneoftheoptionalhoodkitsavailable

for each model. If a combustible mantel is installed, it must meet

the clearance requirements detailed below.

Grate Clearance: The minimum clearance between the front legs

ofthegrateandfrontedgeofthereboxis2".

Leaveatleast36"clearancefromthefrontoftherebox.

MANTEL

STANDARD

HOOD

13”

10”

12”

MAX

11 1/2”

MIN.

FIREBOX

FACE

CEILING

COMBUSTIBLES

ALLOWED

3/8” COMBUSTIBLE

CLEARANCE REQUIRED

FROM TOP EDGE

OF FIREBOX

10”

22”

8”

20”

6 ½”

18”

5”

16”

3 ½”

14”

2”

12 ½”

3/4”

24 ½”

84”

MIN.

(CEILING TO FLOOR)

Figure 3a - Mantel Clearances with Standard Hood Figure 3b - Mantel Clearances with Optional Extended Hood

MANTEL

EXTENDED HOOD

(VB4H SERIES)

10”

12”

MAX

8”

MIN.

FIREBOX

FACE

84”

MIN.

(CEILING TO FLOOR)

CEILING

COMBUSTIBLES

ALLOWED

3/8” COMBUSTIBLE

CLEARANCE REQUIRED

FROM TOP EDGE

OF FIREBOX

10”

22”

8”

20”

6 ½”

18”

5”

16”

3 ½”

14 ½”

2 ½”

24 ½”

16 ½”

CLEARANCES

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Premium Vent-Free Firebox Framing Dimensions (in inches)

"A" "B" "C"

Model Framing Height Framing Width Framing Depth

VFP32FB 41 1/2" 35" 21"

VFP36FB 41 1/2" 40" 21"

VFP42FB 41 1/2" 44" 21"

Attention:Add3-3/4"to"A"Dimensionwhenusingushmantelbase.

Framing dimension A includes a three inch clearance for standoffs on re-

box.

Any vent-free Gas Log Heater must be “For use with approved ANSI

Z21.11.2 unvented room heater.”

Follow and complete the installation instructions of the gas log set

andtherequirementsofthisrebox.

Checkallttingsforleaksbeforelightingthegaslogset.

In planning the installation for the firebox, it is necessary to

determine where the unit is to be installed and whether optional

accessories are desired. Gas supply piping should also be planned

at this time.

A gas shut off must be in this line.

Thereboxcanbemountedonanyofthesesurfaces:

1. Aathardcombustibleornon-combustiblesurface.

2. A raised platform of combustible or non-combustible material.

3. Recessedintotheoorasillustratedby Figure 4(ushface),

and Figure 5 (louvered models).

4. Supportedunderall(4)cornersofthereboxsothatcontact

is made on all four perimeter edges on the bottom of the unit

(Example: Four (4) concrete masonry blocks).

Ifthereboxisinstalleddirectlyoncarpeting,tileorothercombustible

materialotherthanwoodooring,itshouldbeinstalledonametal

or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the unit.

At this point, you should have decided what components to include

inyourinstallation,andwherethereboxistobelocated.Ifthis

has not been done, stop and consult your dealer for assistance

with this planning.

Planning Your Installation

Please note that the optional BVA1 Fresh Air kit available for use

with the Vent Free Firebox must be installed at the time of the initial

installation. Refer to pages 10, 11 and 12 for detailed instructions

for the air kit.

Accessory kits such as the FBB5 Blower kit, Trim kits, Mantels, Full

Cabinet Mantels, plus other Decorative Frame, Hood, and Door

accessorykitsmaybeinstalledafterthereboxissecuredtothe

framed opening.

Refer to the instructions provided with each of the optional accessory

kits for proper installation and operation.

Firebox Framing

Fireboxframingcanbebuiltbeforeorafterthereboxissetinplace.

Framing should be positioned to accommodate wall covering and

reboxfacingmaterial.Thereboxframingshouldbeconstructed

of 2 x 4 lumber or heavier. The framing headers may rest on the

topofthereboxstandoffs.RefertoFigures 6 and 7forrebox

framing dimensions.

COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS ALLOWED

NON-COMBUSTIBLE

FINISHING MATERIAL

TO FIREBOX OPENING

FLUSH

FACE

MODELS

LOUVERED

FIREBOX

MODELS

COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS ALLOWED

Figure 4

Figure 5

Figure 6

FIREBOX INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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Figure 7

Firebox Dimensions

PREMIUM

LOUVERED

PREMIUM

FLUSH

FIREBOX INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

PREMIUM

LOUVERED FLUSH

VFP32 VFP36 VFP42 VFP32 VFP36 VFP42

A41 1/8” 41 1/8” 41 1/8” 41 1/8” 41 1/8” 41 1/8”

B34 1/2” 39 1/2” 43 1/2” 34 1/2” 39 1/2” 43 1/2”

C21 7/16” 21 7/16” 21 7/16” 21 7/16” 21 7/16” 21 7/16”

D27 1/4” 32 1/4” 36 1/4” 27 1/4” 32 1/4” 36 1/4”

E38 1/2” 38 1/2” 38 1/2” 38 1/2” 38 1/2” 38 1/2”

F31” 36” 40” 31” 36” 40”

G27 13/16” 27 13/16” 27 13/16” 27 13/16” 27 13/16” 27 13/16”

H1 1/4” 1 1/4” 1 1/4” 6 1/8” 6 1/8” 6 1/8”

I37” 37” 37” 34” 34” 34”

J8 3/8” 8 3/8” 8 3/8” 8 3/8” 8 3/8” 8 3/8”

K5 5/8” 5 5/8” 5 5/8” 5 5/8” 5 5/8” 5 5/8”

L35” 39 1/2” 39 1/2” 35” 37 1/2” 39 1/2”

M69 15/16” 78 15/16” 78 15/16” 69 15/16” 74 13/16” 78 15/16”

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Locating Firebox

Placereboxinframingopening.Usethefour(4)framingbrackets

providedonthereboxtoattachreboxtoframing.Differenthole

locationscan beused for nishingmaterials withthicknessesof

3/8", 1/2" and 3/4". Attach these materials with screws provided,

two (2) per framing bracket. See Figure 8.

Framingbracketsshouldtdirectlyagainstframingmaterial.Use

at least one (1) nail per bracket to secure in place.

Checksquarenessofthereboxpriortosecuringtoframedopening.

See Figure 9.

Figure 8

Ablackhoodthatisfurnishedwitheachrebox(oroptionalhood)

MUST be installed before the rebox is used. Failure to do so

may create a possible re hazard. The hood is located behind

upper louver, or inside the rebox on ush face units. If brass,

stainless steel, or hammered pewter hoods are desired, they can

be purchased as an option. Attachment is the same as the standard

black hood.

Flush Face Models

1. Onushfacemodels,loosenthetwoscrews(A)holdingrebox

toptofacepanel,thenslidethehoodangebetweentherebox

top and face panel and re-tighten the screws.

2. Install one (1) screw at each end of the hood as shown (C).

Louvered Models

1. If you have a louvered model, remove upper louver.

2. Placethetophoodangeontopoftherebox,theninstallthree

screwsthroughthereboxtopfrombelowandscrewintothe

pilotholesinthehoodange(B).

3. Install one (1) screw at each end of the hood as shown (C).

4. Re-install louver.

Caution: The hood must be installed prior to operation of appliance.

See Figure 10

ATTACH (4)

FRAMING BRACKETS

TO SIDES OF FIREBOX

PRIOR TO INSTALLING

UNIT TO FRAMED OPENING

ACAC

Flush Face Models

Figure 10

FIREBOX OPENING

CHECK TO SEE

THAT BOX IS SQUARE

PRIOR TO ATTACHING TO

FRAMING

Figure 9

FIREBOX INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

INSTALLING HOOD

INNER FIREBOX TOP

Louvered Models

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Thereboxisdesignedtoaccepta3/8-inchgaslineforanapproved

vent-freegaslogset.Havethelineinstalledbyaqualiedservice

person in accordance with all building codes. Consult local building

codes to properly size the gas supply line leading to the 3/8-inch

hook-up at the unit. The state of Massachusetts requires that a

exibleapplianceconnectorcannotexceedthreefeetinlength.

Gasaccessholesareprovidedonbothsidesoftherebox.See

Figure 11. On models with ceramic brick panels installed, carefully

remove the indented knockout in the ceramic brick panel using a

drill or utility knife. See Figure 12.

When installing optional ceramic ber side panels into rebox,

laypanelonaatsurface.Removethegaslineknockout(round

depression) in the appropriate side panel using a drill or utility

knife.

Check gas type. Use only the gas type indicated on the gas log

set rating plate. If the gas listed on the plate is not your type of gas

supply, DO NOT INSTALL. Contact your dealer for proper model.

AlwaysuseanexternalregulatorforallLPreboxestoreducethe

supply tank pressure to a maximum of 14" w.c. This is in addition

totheregulatorttedtothelogset.

WARNING: CONNECTION DIRECTLY TO AN UNREGULATED

L.P. TANK CAN CAUSE EXPLOSION.

InstallonlyaANSIZ21.11.2vent-freelogsetintothisrebox.

Figure 11

Extended Hoods

Ifyournon-combustiblefacingmaterialisover1"inthicknessthatwillbeusedtonishthisrebox,anextendedhoodisavailablethatwill

extend out 2" farther out into the room. Contact your local dealer for details.

Finishing

Alljoints(top,bottomandsides),wherethewallordecorativefacingmaterialmeetsthereboxsurroundshouldbesealedwithanon-

combustible material.

Hearthextensionsarerecommended,butnotrequiredforthesereboxes.

VB4H32BL Standard Black VB4H36BL Standard Black VB4H42BL Standard Black

VB4H32BR Polished Brass VB4H36BR Polished Brass VB4H42BR Polished Brass

VB4H32SS Stainless Steel VB4H36SS Stainless Steel VB4H42SS Stainless Steel

VB4H32HP Hammered Pewter VB4H36HP Hammered Pewter VB4H42HP Hammered Pewter

GAS ACCESS HOLES

Figure 12

INSTALLING HOOD (continued)

GAS LINE CONNECTION

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OPTIONAL FRESH AIR KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

FOR DELUXE AND PREMIUM FIREBOXES

3. Insert Slide Assembly through the cut-out as shown in

Figure 15. Before you fasten ensure that the handle

penetratestheinnerreboxwall.SeeFigure16.Fasten

the Slide Assembly with the four 10 x 1/2 Hex Head

Screws provided.

Figure 15

Figure 16

4. Fasten the Handle Retainer to the rebox side with

two 10 x 1/2 Phillips Truss Head Screws as shown in

Figure 16.

The optional Fresh Air Kit is designed to introduce outside

airtothereboxasdesired.

Itmustbeinstalledpriorto,oratthetimeofreboxinstalla-

tion to framing.

The Fresh Air kit must be installed prior to the installation of

wallboardorothernishingmaterialsaroundtheunit.

Tools needed:Gloves, Metal snips, 5/16” Nut Driver,

Phillips Screwdriver

Caution: Sharp edges

Slide Assembly Installation

1. Begin by removing the rectangular cutout located on

the left side of the unit. Use gloves and sheet metal

snips to create the opening for the Air Door assembly to

install into. See Figure 13.

Figure 13

2. Removethecoverplateontheleftsideoftherebox

and discard. See Figure 14.

Figure 14

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