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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS EMPIRE AND OWNER'S MANUAL Comfort Systems Vented/Vent-Free Burner UNVENTED GAS LOG HEATER OR INTERMITTENT MODELS VFSE-(18,24,30)-1 VARIABLE MODELS VFSV-(16,18,24,30)-4 VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE VARIABLE MODELS VFSV-(16,18,24,30)-4 GAS-FIRED This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home, Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance. where not prohibited by local codes. Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference. 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. WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxy- or loss of life. gen) from the room in which it is installed. Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be — Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable provided. Refer to page 11. vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. — WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS WARNING: If not installed, operated and maintained • Do not try to light any appliance. in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, • Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use this product could expose you to substances in fuel any phone in your building. or from fuel combustion which can cause death or • Immediately call your gas supplier from a serious illness. neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the WatER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM fire department. HEatERS — Installation and service must be performed by a Water vapor is a by-product of gas combustion. An qualified installer, service agency or the gas sup- unvented room heater produces approximately one (1) plier. ounce (30ml) of water for every 1,000 BTU's (.3KW's) of gas input per hour. Refer to page 10. Page 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Page Quick Start Guide ........................................................................................................................3-4 Important Safety Information .......................................................................................................... 5 Safety Information for Users of LP-Gas ......................................................................................... 6 Requirements for Canada .............................................................................................................. 7 Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 8 Product Specification ...................................................................................................................... 9 General Information ...................................................................................................................... 10 Water Vapor: A By-Product of Unvented Room Heaters .............................................................. 10 Provisions for Adequate Combustion & Ventilation Air ................................................................. 11 Clearances .............................................................................................................................. 11-12 Combustible Material .................................................................................................................... 13 Fireplace Preparation ................................................................................................................... 13 Installing as a Vented Appliance ................................................................................................... 14 Before Fully Installing the Appliance ............................................................................................ 14 Gas Supply ................................................................................................................................... 15 Placement of Glowing Embers and Lava Rock ............................................................................ 16 Operation Instructions/Flame Appearance ................................................................................... 16 VFSE Remote Electronic Ignition and Control System ...........................................................17-20 VFSE-(18,24,30) Lighting Instructions ......................................................................................... 21 VFSV Remote Control Instructions .........................................................................................22-23 VFSV-(16,18,24,30) Lighting Instructions ..................................................................................... 24 Pilot Flame Characteristics ........................................................................................................... 25 Cleaning and Servicing ................................................................................................................ 26 Wiring ........................................................................................................................................... 26 Troubleshooting Symptoms - Possible Causes and Correction ................................................... 27 Parts List....................................................................................................................................... 28 Parts View .................................................................................................................................... 29 Master Parts Distributor List ......................................................................................................... 30 How To Order Repair Parts .......................................................................................................... 30 Warranty ....................................................................................................................................... 31 Page 2 28092-4-1212 Quick Start Guide - Intermittent Pilot Systems To START the Fireplace: If the pilot is NOT lit: 1. At the same time, press the “OFF” and high flame buttons and release once there is an audible “beep” sound. 2. The pilot will ignite on the sixth beep. You may hear a clicking sound around the same time as that beep, this is normal. 3. There will be a total of 14 beeps. The main burner will ignite approximately 15 seconds after the pilot. If the pilot IS lit. 1. To ignite the burner, press the high flame button (there will be a beep) for approximately 5 seconds until there is a soft click, then release the button. To ADJUST the Flame Height 1. Double-click the small flame button. “LO” will be displayed. 2. Double-click the large flame button. Flame automatically goes to high fire. “HI” will be displayed. To SHUT OFF the Fireplace 1. To completely shut off the burner and ignitor, press and hold the “OFF” button until the unit “beeps.” The flames will go on the burner out once any lingering gas is used up. 2. To shut off the burner but keep the ignitor on, push the low flame button (bottom right) for 10 seconds and then release. FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS. VFSE Remote Quick Start Instructions: Cut out this page and keep it near your remote. 28092-4-1212 Page 3 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK Page 4 28092-4-1212 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION • An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than • NOTE: Installation and repair should be done by a qualified 6,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bathroom service person. The appliance should be inspected before • An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than use and at least annually by a qualified service person. More 10,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bedroom or frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from bathroom. carpeting, bedding material, etc. It is imperative that the con- • Never burn solid fuels in a fireplace where a gas log set is trol compartment, burners and circulating air passageways installed. of the appliance be kept clean. • Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located • Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an ap- out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies. pliance must be replaced prior to operating the appliance. • Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near Provide adequate combustion and ventilation air. the appliance. • The flow of combustion and ventilation air MUST NOT be • Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high obstructed. surface temperature and should stay away to avoid burns or • Provide adequate clearances around air openings into the clothing ignition. combustion chamber and adequate accessibility clearance • Young children should be carefully supervised when they for servicing and proper operation. NEVER obstruct the front are in the same room as the appliance. opening of the appliance. • This unit complies with ANSI Z21.11.2 Unvented Heaters • An unvented room heater intended for installation in a and it also complies with ANSI Z21.60 Decorative Vented solid-fuel burning fireplace shall comply with the following Appliances for Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces. State or local instructions. codes may only allow operation of this appliance in a vented • A fireplace screen must be in place when the appliance is configuration. Check your state or local codes. operating