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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

DANGER

: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will 

result in death or serious injury. 

WARNING

: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, 

could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, 

could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE

: Addresses practices not related to personal injury.

• 

An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than 

6,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bathroom

• 

An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than 10,000 

Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom.

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Due to 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 the 

appliance.

• 

Avoid  the  use  of  scented  air  fresheners  (plug  in  type  air 

fresheners, etc. ) while the log set is in operation. Air fresheners 

produce a residue in the air similar to candles and may produce 

a soot like substance.

• 

Avoid the use of scented or decorative candles while the log 

set is in operation. Candles produce a residue in the air that 

creates a soot like substance. Burning candles while the log 

set is operating magnifies the problem. It should be noted that 

candles, in general, produce soot. The amount of time burned 

and the quantity of candles burned will determine the amount 

of soot produced and deposited.

• 

Installation and repair should be done by a QUALIFIED SERVICE 

PERSON. This appliance should be inspected before use and at 

least annually by a professional service person. More frequent 

cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, 

bedding materials, etc. It is imperative that control compartments, 

burners and circulating air passageways of the appliance be 

kept clean.

• 

DO NOT 

use this room heater if any part has been under water. 

Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the 

room heater and to replace any part of the control system and 

any gas control which has been under water.

• 

You must operate heater with fireplace screen in place. 

• 

Do not place trash, logs or other articles on the log set during 

operation.

• 

During  manufacturing,  fabricating  and  shipping,  various 

components of this appliance are treated with certain oils, films 

or bonding agents. These bonding agents are not harmful but 

may produce annoying smoke and smells as they are burned 

off during initial operation of the appliance. This is a normal 

temporary occurrence. A window should be opened during the 

initial bake out period. 

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Correct installation of the ceramic fiber logs, proper location of 

the heater and annual cleaning are necessary 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 not allow fans to blow directly into the 

fireplace. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns.

• 

WARNING: Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert 

or other accessory not approved for use with this heater.

• 

WARNING! This fireplace needs fresh air for ventilation to 

run  properly.  This  fireplace  has  an  ODS  (oxygen  depletion 

sensor) which will shut down the heater if adequate fresh air is 

not available. See troubleshooting section in the instructions.

• 

WARNING: DO NOT operate this appliance unless all 

components including logs, burners, and controls are in good 

working condition. Never operate this appliance if any log or 

twig is broken, or out of their intended position. Refer to the 

Log set placement instructions for correct log and twig 

positioning.   

Replacement components are available through your local 

dealer as indicated in the How to Order Repair Parts section of 

the appliance manual.

• 

Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, 

gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.

• 

WARNING: Failure to keep the primary air opening(s) of the 

burner(s) clean may result in sooting and property damage.

WARNING

When used without adequate combustion and ventilation air, 

heater may give off CARBON MONOXIDE, an odorless, poison-

ous gas. 

Do not install heater until all necessary provisions are 

made for combustion and ventilation air. Consult the writ-

ten instructions provided with the heater for information 

concerning combustion and ventilation air. In the absence 

of instructions, refer to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI 

Z223.1/NFPA 54, Air for Combustion and Ventilation, or 

applicable local codes. 

This heater is equipped with a PILOT LIGHT SAFETY SYS-

TEM designed to turn off the heater if not enough fresh air 

is available.

DO NOT TAMPER WITH PILOT LIGHT SAFETY SYSTEM!

If heater shuts off, do not relight until you provide fresh air.
If heater keeps shutting off, have it serviced. Keep burner and 

control compartment clean. 

CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING MAY LEAD TO DEATH.

Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu, 

with  headache,  dizziness  and/or  nausea.  If  you  have  these 

signs, heater may not be working properly. Get fresh air at 

once! Have heater serviced. 
Some people — pregnant women, persons with heart or lung 

disease, anemia, those under the influence of alcohol , those 

at high altitudes — are more affected by carbon monoxide 

than others.
The pilot light safety system senses the depletion of oxygen 

at its location. If this heater is installed in a structure having a 

high vertical dimension, the possibility exists that the oxygen 

supply at the higher levels will be less than that at the heater. 

In this type of application, a fan to circulate the structure air will 

minimize this effect. The use of this fan will also improve the 

comfort level in the structure. When a fan is used to circulate 

air, it should be located so that the air flow is not directed at 

the burner.

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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