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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 qualified service person. The appliance should be
inspected before use and at least annually by a qualified 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
appliance. Provide adequate combustion and ventilation air.
The flow 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.

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

This Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. fireplace 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 fireplace benefit 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 fireplace.
- Modification of the fireplace 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. fireplace, not withstanding any independent
testing laboratory or other third party approval of such component part or accessory.

Any such action may create a possible fire hazard.
Consult your local building codes.

Fireplace Screen.
The fireplace screen must be in place when the fireplace is operating.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE

A

GENERAL INFORMATION

2

B

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

4

C

INSTALLATION OF FIREPLACE

4

D

INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

7

E

INSTALLATION OF YOUR VENT-FREE GAS LOG HEATER

10

F

MAINTENANCE

10

G

ACCESSORY PARTS

11

H

REPLACEMENT PARTS

12

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Summary of Contents for VFFB-36D

Page 1: ...supplied with the decorative type unvented room heater for the minimum fireplace size requirement DO NOT INSTALL THE APPLIANCE IN THIS FIREBOX UNLESS THIS FIREBOX MEETS THE MINIMUM DIMENSIONS REQUIRED...

Page 2: ...te safely when installed in accordance with this installation manual Read all instructions before starting installation then follow these instructions carefully during installation to maximize firepla...

Page 3: ...p of the fireplace opening Mantel Clearances Vent free fireplace models must use the hood supplied with the fireplace If a combustible mantel is installed it must meet the clearance requirements detai...

Page 4: ...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 th...

Page 5: ...se materials with screws provided two 2 per nailing tab Nailing tabs should fit directly against framing material Use at least one 1 nail per tab to secure in place Fig 4 Fasten fireplace in place wit...

Page 6: ...TO AN UNREGULATED L P TANK CAN CAUSE EXPLOSION The gas line comes into the fireplace under the hearth pan although it is not necessary to remove the hearth pan This pan is removable to make installat...

Page 7: ...supplied in the knockout hole Leave approximately 6 of wire in the junction box for connection Attach black wire to one side of the receptacle and white wire to opposite side of receptacle The ground...

Page 8: ...amper assembly to termination using 6 diameter duct Insulated duct is recommended when ducting through a heated space INSTALLING AIR SYSTEM Remove cover plate and retain the four 4 screws Install damp...

Page 9: ...BLACK 36 VFFBH 36BP 4 BLACK PORCELAIN 36 VFFBH 42BR 4 BRASS 42 VFFBH 42BK 4 BLACK 42 VFFBH 42BP 4 BLACK PORCELAIN 42 C 8 FINISHING All joints top bottom and sides where the wall or decorative facing m...

Page 10: ...k panel first and let it rest tight against the back wall Place one side panel inside the fireplace and align the brick pattern The Z bracket mounts along the front edge of the side panel and is held...

Page 11: ...Air Intake Kit Designed to provide heated fresh air to the house VFFB AK 2 Frame Porcelain Black FBF 36BP 2 FBF 42BP 2 Frame Black FBF 36BL 2 FBF 42BL 2 Trim Kit 2 1 2 trim kit for finishing of the fi...

Page 12: ...refer to Part H of this manual Replacement Parts Empire Comfort Systems Inc reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice in design materials specifications prices and also to disconti...

Page 13: ...t the dealer can give you contact Empire Comfort Systems Inc For further identification or information for replacement parts refer to Part H of this manual Replacement Parts Empire Comfort Systems Inc...

Page 14: ...STALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Optional Model Louver Number FBL 36BR 2 VFFB 36D FBL 36BP 2 FBL 36BL 2 FBL 42BR 2 VFFB 42D FBL 42BP 2 FBL 42BL 2 5 Align and insert 4 mounting tabs on optional top louver with...

Page 15: ...R 5010 15 Service Notes...

Page 16: ...R 5010 16 Empire Comfort Systems Inc Nine Eighteen Freeburg Ave Belleville Illinois 62222 0529 PH 1 800 851 3153 FAX 1 800 443 8648 E MAIL empire accessus net WEB SITE www empirecomfort com...

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