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Summary of Contents for VFL20IN3 series

Page 1: ...injury or loss of life Installer Leave this manual with the appliance Consumer Retain this manual for future reference EMPIRE EMPIRE Comfort Systems Shown without required front This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by local codes This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appl...

Page 2: ...18 20 Combustible Materials 21 Alternate On Off Switch Installation 22 Decorative Accessory Installation 23 Millivolt Control Valve Lighting Instructions 24 10 000 BTU Millivolt Control Valve Lighting Instructions 25 Intermittent Pilot Lighting Instructions 26 Intermittent Pilot Operating Instructions 27 Intermittent Pilot Remote Electronic Ignition and Control System 28 31 Intermittent Pilot Wiri...

Page 3: ...here is a soft click then release the button To ADJUST the Flame Height 1 Press and hold the upper right button for a higher flame 2 Press and hold the lower right button for a lower flame Note If you hold the lower right button for too long the flames on the main burner will go out but the ignitor will stay lit To SHUT OFF the Fireplace 1 To completely shut off the burner and ignitor press and ho...

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Page 5: ... high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies Children and adults should be alerted to the hazard of high surface temperature and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room with the appliance Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near th...

Page 6: ...erform service or make adjustments in an area where the conditions are such that you may not detect the odor if there has been a leak of LP Gas Odor fade due to oxidation by rust or adsorption on walls of newcylindersandtanks ispossible Therefore peopleshould be particularly alert and careful when new tanks or cylinders are placed in service Odor fade can occur in new tanks or reinstalled old tank...

Page 7: ...it to disrupt the flame disrupt the flame it should be turned off or redirected Ceiling fans could be reversed to possibly eliminate flame impingement and the floor fan could be redirected Upon installation be aware of any cold air returns or vents in the proximity of the log set Any draft created around a vent free log set can cause the flame to impinge on the log and create a sooting situation W...

Page 8: ...orifice size Well Head Gas Installations Some natural gas utilities use well head gas This may affect the Btuoutputoftheunit Contactthegascompanyfortheheatingvalue Contact the manufacturer or your gas company before changing spud orifice size WARNING This appliance is equipped for natural gas or propane gas Field conversion is not permitted Instructions to Installer 1 Installer must leave instruct...

Page 9: ...g 3 16 Fully Closed VFL28IN7 LP NAT Input Btu hr Maximum 28 000 28 000 Btu hr Minimum 23 000 19 000 Orifice 1 55 40 Air Shutter Opening 3 16 Fully Closed VFL20IN units require the use of one of the following surrounds Surround Kit Description DF20GBL Decorative Front Tempered Glass Black DF20MBL Decorative Front Metal Frame Black DF20LBL Decorative Front Louver Glass Frame In cludes 6 x 6 Surround...

Page 10: ...ed Notice The following statement is also provided on a sepa rate label plate in the instruction packet Prior to installation of the fireplace insert the installer must mechanically secure this warning plate to the inside of the fireplace for future ref erence as required WARNING The solid fuel fireplace has been converted for use with gas only and cannot be used for burning wood or solid fuels un...

Page 11: ...F G H I J K VFL20IN 29 1 4 19 3 4 12 7 16 25 5 8 16 3 16 13 9 16 25 3 4 18 1 8 15 16 13 1 2 1 5 8 VFL28IN 32 1 4 22 3 4 15 7 16 28 1 2 17 13 16 15 29 1 2 21 1 8 15 16 15 1 5 8 Fireplace Opening Dimensional Information Sizing MINIMUM FIREPLACE OPENING DIMENSIONS MODEL HEIGHT A FRONT WIDTH B DEPTH C REAR WIDTH D VFL20IN 19 1 4 26 3 4 12 3 4 15 3 4 VFL28IN 22 1 4 30 3 4 14 1 4 19 Notice These are the...

Page 12: ...a conventional rough opening Use dimensions shown in Figure 4 for corner rough opening Use Figure 5 for an elevated installation Be sure to provided support to the bottom of the fireplace Be sure to provide gas line for fireplace and electrical power for optional blower assembly 1 Gas line connections must be made at this time When facing the appliance the gas supply will enter on the right hand s...

Page 13: ...28040 3 0511 Page 13 VFL20IN FIREPLACE WITH SURROUND DIMENSIONS 2 1 4 23 13 32 37 3 8 DF20MBL 39 15 16 25 1 2 1 3 4 DF20LBL 34 25 20 1 2 11 1 2 4 19 64 DF20GBL ...

Page 14: ...28040 3 0511 Page 14 37 23 1 2 4 9 32 43 28 5 8 1 3 4 40 5 8 26 15 32 2 11 32 VFL28IN FIREPLACE WITH SURROUND DIMENSIONS DF28GBL DF28LBL DF28MBL ...

Page 15: ...m or less with openings gasketed or sealed and b Weather stripping has been added on openable windows and doors and c Caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as joints around window and door frames between sole plates and floors between wall ceiling joints between wall panels at penetrations for plumbing electrical and gas lines and at other openings Ifyourhomemeetsallofthethreecriteriaabov...

Page 16: ...0 BTUH of the total input rating of the gas equipment in the confined space Figure 6 WARNING Rework worksheet adding the space of the adjoining unconfined space The combined spaces must have enough fresh air to supply all appliances in both spaces Ventilation Air From Outdoors Figure 7 Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts You must provide two permanent openings one within 1...

Page 17: ...lshutoffvalvemustbedisconnected fromsupplypipingsystemduringanypressuretestingofthatsystem at test pressures in excess of 1 2 psig 3 5kPa The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psig 3 5kPa Attention If one of the procedure...

Page 18: ...n captured screw clockwise firmly to re seal Do not over torque Check for gas leaks Checking Manifold Pressure MILLIVOLT VALVES Natural gas will have a manifold pressure of approximately 3 5 w c for maximum input or 1 7 w c for minimum input at the pressure regulator outlet with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum of 4 5 w c for the purpose of input adjustment to a maximum ...

Page 19: ... 0511 Page 19 FINISHED WALL FLAT MANTEL SHELF 2 15 11 4 6 8 10 12 13 17 19 21 VFL20 Series Figure 12 FINISHED WALL FLAT MANTEL SHELF 2 20 16 4 6 8 10 12 18 22 24 26 CLEARANCES continued VFL28 Series Figure 13 ...

Page 20: ... CEILING NO MANTEL TOP OF FIREPLACE OPENING BOTTOM OF FIREPLACE 5 FLOOR 26 MIN CEILING NO MANTEL TOP OF FIREPLACE OPENING 4 BOTTOM OF FIREPLACE Surround Clearances Figure 14 Glass Front Clearances Figure 15 Figures 14 and 15 pertain to VFL 20 28 IN Series ...

Page 21: ...e The flow of heat can ignite combustibles Do not attach combustible material to the mantel of your fireplace This is a fire hazard Figure 16 No greeting cards stockings or ornamentation of any type should be placed on or attached to the fireplace This is a heating appliance The flow of heat can ignite combustibles Figure 17 COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS ...

Page 22: ...ure the wires with wire clips provided See Figure 18 ON OFF SWITCH WIRING FROM MILLIVOLT GAS VALVE Figure 18 DF20MBL Shown Insert ON OFF switch into side panel then attach wire assem bly from valve terminals 4 Remove the switch knockout on the DF 20 28 BL surround then install the ON OFF switch into the switch bracket 5 Connect the low voltage wires from the gas valve to the ON OFF switch Note The...

Page 23: ...the decorative glass INSTALLATION 1 Application of the Decorative Glass should only be performed after the Loft burner has been fully installed secured and test ed for leaks If operating the burner with a Remote Control make sure all batteries are installed and that the Loft burner operates with the remote correctly 3 To install the Decorative Glass cut off a corner of the plastic bag and proceed ...

Page 24: ... be turned from PILOT to OFF unless knob is pushed in slightly Do not force 6 Wait ten 10 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information above If you do not smell gas go to the next step 7 Find pilot Follow metal tube from gas control The pilot is in front of the burner on the right side 8 Turn gas control knob coun...

Page 25: ...as control knob slightly and turn clockwise to OFF 6 Wait ten 10 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information above If you do not smell gas go to the next step 7 Find pilot Follow metal tube from gas control The pilot is located next to the burner near the right side 8 Turn gas control knob counter clockwise to PI...

Page 26: ...y information above If you don t smell gas go to the next step LIGHTING PROCEDURE HANDSET METHOD 1 Turn control arrow on valve face to ON Press the I O but ton to I Press the OFF and UP buttons on the handset firmly at the same time A long beep will sound followed by 5 short beeps Ignitor will spark and will continue until pilot is lit For full Remote Control operation see Appliance Instal lation ...

Page 27: ...ered electronic remote ignition and control system Prior to operation of the 7 series Loft Fireplace install 4 AA bat teries into the Remote Receiver module and 1 9 volt battery into the hand held remote The remote control and receiver should be programmed together from the factory All settings for time and temperature control must be set up by the user as desired Figure 23 MANUAL KNOB GAS INLET 3...

Page 28: ...e may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Batteries Remote Handset 1 x 9V block quality alkaline recommended Batteries Receiver 4 x 1 5V AA qualit...

Page 29: ... vice versa AUTOMATIC OPERATION WARNING Wiring of valve and receiver must be completed before starting ignition Failure to do so could damage the electronics SETTING THE ELECTRONICS CODE Notice The remote control and receiver are pre programmed at the factory However if for some reason they do not communicate to each other follow these steps to re program Radio Frequency Remote A code is selected ...

Page 30: ...rea around the appliance including near the floor If you detect gas STOP Follow A in the safety information on page 26 If no gas is present proceed to step 6 6 Place ON OFF switch in ON position SETTING THE TIME Display Timer Thermostat RF Remote Handsets The display will flash after either a Installing the battery or b Simultaneously pressing the large flame and small flame Press large flame to s...

Page 31: ...ition Replace appliance top cover MISCELLANEOUS Low Battery Indication Receiver three short beeps will sound when motor turns Remote with display BATT will appear on display Notice Thermostatic Displays Handsets If the battery of the handset is low or if the transmitter is out of the communi cation range the motor turns down the valve to pilot gas after 6 hours Notice With very low battery the GV6...

Page 32: ...nition Cable Thermocouple RF Antenna Thermo Current Cable 1 Thermo Current Cable 2 or ON OFF Switch with Soldered Cable ON OFF Switch 8 Wire Cable Interrupter Block Combination Control Connection for manual ignition Manual Knob Main Valve Knob Piezo Igniter INTERMITTENT PILOT WIRING DIAGRAM ...

Page 33: ...manufacturing fabricating and shipping various components of this appliance are treated with certain oils films or bonding agents These chemicals are not harmful but may produce annoying smoke and smells as they are burned off during the initial operation of the appliance possibly causing headaches or eye or lung irritation This is a normal and temporary occurrence The initial break in operation s...

Page 34: ...uple to cool When the thermocouple cools the heater will shut down Correct Pilot Flame Pattern for MILLIVOLT Figure 29 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern for INTERMITTENT PILOT Figure 30 Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern for MILLIVOLT Figure 31 Incorrect Flame Pattern for INTERMITTENT PILOT Figure 32 If pilot flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figures 31 and 32 See Troubleshooting page 37 THERMOPILE VFRL...

Page 35: ...s diagram for location of items discussed below Inspect and clean burner air intake hole Remove lint or particles with vacuum or brush Failure to keep air intake hole clean will result in sooting and poor combustion Inspect and clean all burner ports Inspect ODS pilot for operation and accumulation of lint at air intake holes Verify flame pattern for proper operation Verify smooth and responsive i...

Page 36: ...cuuming or brushing area at least twice a year THE FIREPLACE CAN GET VERY HOT HANDLE ONLY WHEN COOL Always turn off gas to the pilot before cleaning For relighting refer to lighting instructions located on the rating plate of the fireplace Never obstruct the flow of the combustion and ventilation air Keep the front of the fireplace clear of all obstacles and materials Leave at least 36 clearance f...

Page 37: ...Control knob not pressed in while in PILOT position Press in control knob while in PILOT position d Airingaslineswheninstalled Continueholdingdowncontrol knob Repeat igniting operation until air is removed e ODS pilot is clogged Replace ODS pilot assembly or get it serviced f Gas regulator setting is not correct Replace gas regulator 7 ODS pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is relea...

Page 38: ...treet Hartford CT 06114 Phone 860 722 2433 Toll Free 800 243 9360 Fax 860 293 0479 Toll Free Fax 800 274 2004 Websites www fwwebb com www victormfg com Parts Heater Hearth and Grills MASTER PARTS DISTRIBUTOR LIST Parts Not Under Warranty Parts can be ordered through your Service Person Dealer or a Master Parts Distributor See this page for the Master Parts Distribu tors list For best results the s...

Page 39: ...ILOT ASSEMBLY NAT 13 27147 TUBING ASSEMBLY INLET 14 27093 TUBING ASSEMBLY REGULATOR TO PILOT NAT 15 R7063 PILOT REGULATOR NAT 16 27094 TUBING ASSEMBLY VALVE TO REGULATOR NAT 17 27092 TUBING ASSEMBLY PILOT LP 18 26161 VALVE BRACKET 19 R9369 VALVE 10 000 LP 19 R9368 VALVE 10 000 NAT 22 26162 PIEZO BRACKET 23 R3436 REMOTE OFF ON SWITCH 24 R9760 PIEZO IGNITOR 25 27223 PILOT BRACKET NS IGNITOR WIRE NS ...

Page 40: ...R3626 VALVE NAT 22 26162 PIEZO BRACKET 23 R3436 REMOTE OFF ON SWITCH 24 R9760 PIEZO IGNITOR 25 28039 PILOT BRACKET NS R5668 IGNITOR WIRE NS R10947 REMOTE OFF ON HARNESS VFL28IN7 INTERMITTENT PILOT MODEL 9 P182 ORIFICE 1 55mm LP 9 P300 ORIFICE 40 NAT 11 R10734 TUBE BURNER 12 R5170 PILOT LP 12 R5171 PILOT NAT 13 27148 TUBING ASSEMBLY INLET 14 27145 TUBING ASSEMBLY REGULATOR TO PILOT NAT 15 R7063 PIL...

Page 41: ...28040 3 0511 Page 41 EXPLODED VIEW 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 25 22 23 24 IPI VALVE ASSEMBLY 14 13 18 19 20 12 17 16 15 MILLIVOLT VALVE ASSEMBLY 19 15 12 13 14 18 17 16 21 SET OFF TEMP PM 26 ...

Page 42: ... in a wall see the surrounds on the following page If you need additional information beyond what your dealer can furnish contact Empire Comfort Systems Inc Nine Eighteen Freeburg Ave Belleville Illinois 62220 Black Black Standard Hammered Pewter Stainless Black The shroud provides a transition from the fireplace insert to your existing hearth opening up to 48 x 36 inches Requires a surround Black...

Page 43: ...d Metal Picture Frame With glass panel concealed louvers on top The fireplace requires a surround available from your Empire Comfort Systems dealer The surrounds shown below allow the fireplace to be installed elevated in a wall For installation as an insert in an existing fireplace or in a mantel see the fronts on the previous page ...

Page 44: ...ms Empire Comfort Systems Inc 918 Freeburg Ave Belleville IL 62220 If you have a general question about our products please e mail us at info empirecomfort com If you have a service or repair question please contact your dealer www empirecomfort com ...

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