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UNVENTED GAS 

FIREPLACE MODELS

VFP20IN3(0,1,2,3)L10(N,P)-1

VFP20IN73L10(N,P)-1

VFP20IN2(0,1,2,3)L(N,P)-1

VFP20IN3(0,1,2,3)L(N,P)-1

VFP20IN73L(N,P)-1

VFP28IN2(0,1,2,3)L(N,P)-1

VFP28IN3(0,1,2,3)L(N,P)-1

VFP28IN73L(N,P)-1

GAS-FIRED

Vent Free Fireplace Insert

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

AND OWNER'S MANUAL

WARNING

If not installed, operated and maintained 

in accordance with the manufacturer’s 

instructions, this product could expose you 

to substances in fuel or from fuel combustion 

which can cause death or serious illness.

This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air 

(oxygen) from the room in which it is installed. 

Provisions for adequate combustion and ven-

tilation air must be provided. Refer to page 13.
WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED 

ROOM HEATERS

Water vapor is a by-product of gas combustion. An 

unvented room heater produces approximately 

one (1) ounce (30ml) of water for every 1,000 BTU's 

(.3KW's) of gas input per hour. Refer to page 13.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermar-

ket, 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 appliance 

is not convertible for use with other gases.

INSTALLER: 

Leave this manual with the appliance.

CONSUMER: 

Retain this manual for future reference.

WARNING

If the information in these instructions are 

not  followed  exactly,  a  fire  or  explosion 

may result causing property damage, per-

sonal injury or loss of life.

—  Do not store or use gasoline or other 

flammable vapors and liquids in the 

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

—  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.

•  Leave the building immediately.

•  Immediately  call  your  gas  supplier 

from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the 

gas supplier’s instructions.

•  If you cannot reach your gas supplier, 

call the fire department.

—  Installation and service must be 

performed by a qualified installer, 

service agency or the gas supplier.

Summary of Contents for VFP20IN20L-1

Page 1: ...ur Refer to page 13 This appliance may be installed in an aftermar ket permanentlylocated manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by local codes This appliance is only for use with the type of g...

Page 2: ...T PHOTOS 25 VFP28IN LOG PLACEMENT 26 VFP28IN EMBER PLACEMENT PHOTOS 27 HYDRAULIC THERMOSTAT LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 28 MILLIVOLT CONTROL VALVE LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 29 10 000 BTU MILLIVOLT CONTROL VALVE...

Page 3: ...y to avoid potential problems with sooting Sooting resulting from improper installation or operation can settle on surfaces outside the fireplace See instructions for proper installation WARNING Do no...

Page 4: ...ed gas can adsorb or absorb onto or into walls masonry and other materials and fabrics in a room That will take some of the odorant out of the gas reducing its odor intensity LP Gas may stratify in a...

Page 5: ...d by bending the shutter cap holding the orifice to the inlet of the venturi tube CEILING FANS PORTABLE FANS OR LOGS INSTALLED NEAR COLD AIR RETURNS Ceiling fans or oscillating floor type fans need to...

Page 6: ...and operate unvented room heater AlwaysconsultyourlocalBuildingDepartment regardingregulations codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of an unvented room heater This appliance may be ins...

Page 7: ...ery Operated Remote Control FRBTC Battery Operated Remote Control with Thermostat FRBTP Battery Operated Programmable Remote Control FREC Electric Remote Control FWS 1 Wall Switch TRW Remote Wall Ther...

Page 8: ...ary and is acceptable in this ap plication 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 instal...

Page 9: ...A B C D E F VFP20IN 19 3 4 18 5 16 13 3 4 29 1 4 25 1 2 16 1 8 VFP28IN 22 3 4 21 5 16 15 3 16 32 1 4 28 1 2 17 7 8 Fireplace Opening Dimensional Information Sizing MINIMUM FIREPLACE OPENING DIMENSIONS...

Page 10: ...he instructions below to install the fireplace in this manner Frame in rough opening Use dimensions show in Figure 3 for a conventional rough opening Use dimensions shown in Figure 4 for corner rough...

Page 11: ...29829 19 1017 Page 11 VFP20IN FIREPLACE WITH SURROUND DIMENSIONS DF20MBL 40 25 5 8 1 3 4 15 16 DF20LBL 11 1 2 34 20 1 2 4 1 4 25 DF20GBL...

Page 12: ...29829 19 1017 Page 12 VFP28IN FIREPLACE WITH SURROUND DIMENSIONS DF28MBL 43 28 5 8 1 3 4 15 16 DF28LBL 14 1 2 37 23 1 2 4 1 4 28 DF28GBL...

Page 13: ...enings 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...

Page 14: ...UH of the total input rating of the gas equipment in the confined space Figure 5 WARNING Rework worksheet adding the space of the adjoining unconfined space The combined spaces must have enough fresh...

Page 15: ...sindividualshutoffvalvemustbedisconnected fromsupplypipingsystemduringanypressuretestingofthatsystem at test pressures in excess of 1 2 psig 3 5kPa The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply...

Page 16: ...rol knob After taking pressure reading be sure and turn captured screw clockwise firmly to re seal Do not over torque Check for gas leaks CHECKING MANIFOLD PRESSURE MILLIVOLT VALVES Natural gas will h...

Page 17: ...9 1017 Page 17 FINISHED WALL FLAT MANTEL SHELF 2 15 11 4 6 8 10 12 13 17 19 21 VFP20 Series Figure 11 FINISHED WALL FLAT MANTEL SHELF 2 20 16 4 6 8 10 12 18 22 24 26 VFP28 Series Figure 12 CLEARANCES...

Page 18: ...CONT D FLOOR 26 MIN CEILING NO MANTEL TOP OF FIREPLACE OPENING FLOOR 26 MIN CEILING NO MANTEL TOP OF FIREPLACE OPENING Surround Clearances Figure 13 Glass Front Clearances Figure 14 Figures 13 and 14...

Page 19: ...mantel of your fireplace This is a fire hazard Figure 15 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...

Page 20: ...nd panel assembly against the face of the insert and align the lower retaining tabs with the notches on the insert sides Lift the surround panel assembly slightly until the bot tom return flange top p...

Page 21: ...wire clips provided See Figure 20 ON OFF SWITCH WIRING FROM MILLIVOLT GAS VALVE Figure 20 DF20MBL Shown Insert ON OFF switch into side panel then attach wire assem bly from valve terminals 4 Remove t...

Page 22: ...finishing the fireplace insert never ob struct or modify the air inlet outlet louvers on the fire place insert in any manner NOTE INSTALL SURROUND PANELS SO THAT THE TOP PANEL RETURN FLANGE SLIDE S O...

Page 23: ...e blower shut off times will vary on blower speed and BTU input level setting control by adjustment of the HI LO knob located on the gas valve Blower removal instructions Servicing or removal of the b...

Page 24: ...Do not use Figure 26 to order replacement logs Refer to Page 46 Parts List and Parts View to order logs for your appropriate model number Apply loose material glowing embers per appropriate Installati...

Page 25: ...29829 19 1017 Page 25 Do not cover any large rear ports with loose material glowing embers VFP20IN EMBER PLACEMENT PHOTOS...

Page 26: ...make any necessary adjustments 6 Log placement is completed 7 Attach log placement plate to cable holding lighting instructions for future reference Attention Do not use Figure 27 to order replacemen...

Page 27: ...7 Page 27 Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 4 Do not cover any large rear ports with loose material glowing embers Do not cover any large front ports with loose material glowing embers VFP28IN EMBER PLACE...

Page 28: ...the OFF position or gas flow to the appliance is shut off the pilot cannot be relighted until the safety magnet is de energized approximately 60 seconds There will be an audible click when the safety...

Page 29: ...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 a...

Page 30: ...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...

Page 31: ...structions for detailed operation information FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING If you do not follow these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage person...

Page 32: ...and temporary occurrence The initial break in operation should last 2 3 hours with the burner at the highest setting Provide maximum ventilation by opening windows or doors to allow odors to dissipat...

Page 33: ...e This will cause the thermocouple to cool When the thermocouple cools the heater will shut down MILLIVOLT PILOT Correct Pilot Flame Pattern THERMOPILE PILOT THERMOCOUPLE LPG THERMOCOUPLE NATURAL Figu...

Page 34: ...ame clean the Oxygen Depletion Sensor as follows 1 Clean the ODS pilot by loosening nut B from the pilot tubing When this procedure is required grasp nut A with an open end wrench 2 Blow air pressure...

Page 35: ...logs clean by vacuuming or brushing area at least twice a year THE LOGS CAN GET VERY HOT HANDLE ONLY WHEN COOL Always turn off gas to the pilot before cleaning For relighting refer to lighting instru...

Page 36: ...is not correct Replace gas regulator 7 ODS pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released a Control knob not fully pressed in Press in control knob fully b Control knob not pressed in l...

Page 37: ...rating season or in power outage periods it is recommended that the pilot remain in the CPI standing pilot mode to reduce cold start issues and or conserve battery backup power during a power outage 3...

Page 38: ...ION Do not operate the appliance with panel s removed cracked or broken Replacement of the panel s should be done by a licensed or qualified service person WARNING Improper installation adjustment alt...

Page 39: ...ghting Instructions on page 31 and Wiring Diagram on page 38 Troubleshooting Before proceeding with the procedures in the following trouble shooting table verify that the power supply AC DC adapter is...

Page 40: ...wire harness 4 Replace the DFC board 1 Verify the electrical connections integrity and make sure they are in accordance with the relevant system wiring diagram If necessary replace the wire harness 2...

Page 41: ...and verify voltage at ignition between the EV1 terminal and the ground connection on the valve body 5 1 If the voltage is greater than 0 then Replace Valve 5 2 Or Replace DFC 6 Check the pressure at...

Page 42: ...BLY INLET VFP20IN33L and VFP20IN33L10 10 P181 ORIFICE 43 NAT 20 000 BTU 10 P182 ORIFICE 55 LPG 20 000 BTU 10 P214 ORIFICE 53 NAT 10 000 BTU 10 P193 ORIFICE 64 LPG 10 000 BTU 18 R3436 SWITCH REMOTE OFF...

Page 43: ...ILLIVOLT VALVE ASSEMBLY HYDRAULIC VALVE ASSEMBLY 40 37 38 36 7 14 39 16 INTERMITTENT PILOT IP VALVE ASSEMBLY 5 7 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 27 25 16 17 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 28 54 53 56 55 42 43...

Page 44: ...P214 ORIFICE 53 LPG 33 R2479 6 0 W C REGULATOR NAT 33 R2480 10 0 W C REGULATOR LPG 34 P239 3 8 NPT x 1 1 2 NIPPLE 35 11923 VALVE ASSEMBLY NAT 35 11924 VALVE ASSEMBLY LPG 36 26168 PILOT TUBING ASSEMBL...

Page 45: ...16 17 18 22 24 23 25 26 27 28 29 19 20 31 32 33 34 35 36 30 37 MILLIVOLT VALVE ASSEMBLY HYDRAULIC VALVE ASSEMBLY 38 43 40 41 39 7 21 21 23 26 42 INTERMITTENT PILOT IP VALVE ASSEMBLY 57 56 59 58 45 46...

Page 46: ...cription VFP28IN LOG SET 1 R8301 REAR LOG 2 R8299 LEFT FRONT LOG 3 R8300 RIGHT FRONT LOG 4 R8302 Y BRANCH LOGS PARTS LISTS PARTS VIEWS USE ONLY MANUFACTURER S REPLACEMENT PARTS USE OF ANY OTHER PARTS...

Page 47: ...arth and Grills East Coast Energy Products 10 East Route 36 West Long Branch NJ 07764 Phone 732 870 8809 Toll Free 800 755 8809 Fax 732 870 8811 Website www eastcoastenergy com Parts Heater Hearth and...

Page 48: ...your dealer can furnish contact Empire Comfort Systems Inc Nine Eighteen Freeburg Ave Belleville Illinois 62220 Black Gold Finish Hammered Pewter Brushed Stainless Black Gold Finish Hammered Pewter B...

Page 49: ...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 Illin...

Page 50: ...x 23 1 2 with glass panel concealed louvers on top The fireplace requires a surround available from your Empire Comfort Systems dealer The DF20GBL and DF20MBL surrounds shown below allow the fireplace...

Page 51: ...ause of defective workmanship within one year from the date of purchase Empire will repair or replace at Empire s option Duties Of The Owner The appliance must be installed by a qualified installer an...

Page 52: ...ww empirecomfort com Empire Comfort Systems Inc Belleville IL 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 plea...

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