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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 quali-

fied 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 appli-

ance. 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.

This  Empire  Comfort  Systems,  Inc.  firebox  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  firebox  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 firebox.

-  Modification of the firebox 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. firebox, 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.
Firebox Screen.

The firebox screen must be in place when the firebox 

is operating.

Instructions to Installer

1.  Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after 

installation.

2.  Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card 

supplied with firebox.

3.  Installer should show owner how to start and operate 

log set that is installed into firebox.

Important

All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number, 

Serial Number.

Notice:

  During  initial  firing  of  this  firebox  with  a  log  set 

installed, its paint will bake out, and smoke will occur. To 

prevent triggering of smoke alarms, ventilate the room in 

which the unit is installed.

Qualified Installing Agency

Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization 

equipment  or  accessories  and  repair  and  servicing  of 

equipment shall be performed only by a qualified agency. 

The  term  "qualified  agency"  means  any  individual,  firm, 

corporation or company which either in person or through 

a representative is engaged in and is responsible for (a) 

the  installation  or  replacement  of  gas  piping  or  (b)  the 

connection, installation, repair or servicing of equipment, 

who is experienced in such work, familiar with all precautions 

required and has complied with all the requirements of the 

authority having jurisdiction.

Commonwealth of Massachusetts: The installation 

must be made by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the 

Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Commonwealth of 

Massachusetts requires that a flexible appliance connector 

cannot exceed three feet in length.
Sellers  of  Unvented  Propane  or  Natural  Gas-Fired 

supplemental  room  heaters  shall  provide  to  each 

purchaser a copy of 527 CMR 30 upon sale of the unit.
In  the  Commonwealth  of  Massachusetts,  Unvented 

Propane and Natural Gas-Fired space heaters shall be 

prohibited in bedrooms and bathrooms.

The installation must conform with local codes or, in the 

absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, 

ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.*

*Available from the American National Standards Institute, 

Inc., 11 West 42nd St., New York, N.Y. 10036.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION

Summary of Contents for VFP32FB Series

Page 1: ...nstallation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency...

Page 2: ...NE CONNECTION 9 OPTIONAL FRESH AIR KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 10 12 OPTIONAL FBB5 SINGLE SPEED BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 13 15 JUNCTION BOX WIRING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 16 MAINTENANCE 16...

Page 3: ...f such component part or accessory Any such action may create a possible fire hazard Consult your local building codes Firebox Screen The firebox screen must be in place when the firebox is operating...

Page 4: ...Figure 1 Firebox Side and Back Clearances The firebox outer casing side and back flanges are zero clearance to combustibles Top Framing and Finishing Combustible finishing materials requires 3 4 inch...

Page 5: ...the non combustible board supplied with the fireplace before adding paint tile or stone Attach tile or other non combustible products to the fireplace face and to the non combustible area Figures 29 a...

Page 6: ...alled directly on carpeting tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring it should be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the unit At this point you...

Page 7: ...2 Height from the bottom of the box to the upper gas line opening 8 4 8 4 8 4 8 4 8 4 8 4 L Depth from the front of the box to the gas line opening 15 7 15 7 15 7 15 7 15 7 15 7 M Depth from the rear...

Page 8: ...less steel or hammered pewter hoods are desired they can be purchased as an option Attachment is the same as the standard black hood Flush Face Models 1 On flush face models loosely attach two screws...

Page 9: ...ane fireboxes to reduce the supply tank pressure to a maximum of 14 inch w c This is in addition to the regulator fitted to the log set WARNING CONNECTION DIRECTLY TO AN UNREGULATED PROPANE TANK CAN C...

Page 10: ...d prior to or at the time of firebox installation to framing The Fresh Air kit must be installed prior to the installation of wall board or other finishing materials around the unit Hardware needed no...

Page 11: ...ilding 2 Secure the 4 inch diameter duct to the Slide Assembly collar on the firebox with band clamps or screws installer supplied 3 Run the other end of the duct through the exterior wall cutout 4 Fr...

Page 12: ...6 1217 Page 12 OPTIONAL FRESH AIR KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 2 3 PARTS LIST INDEX NO PART NO DESCRIPTION 1 29259 Outside Air Vent Assembly 2 29257 Slide Assembly 3 29263 Handle Retainer Hardware...

Page 13: ...should be installed to activate power to the fireplace and control the operation of the FBB5 Blower assembly It is recommended that installa tion of the wiring be performed by a qualified electrician...

Page 14: ...onnection A 6 The other fan control wire has a 1 4 male terminal Attach this terminal to the open terminal on the blower power cord See Figure 27 Connection B 9 Route the wires away from moving parts...

Page 15: ...t indi cates a dirty blower wheel Remove fan and clean blower wheels Blower Wiring See Figure 26 For Wiring WARNING Unplugging of blower accessory will not stop the heater from cycling To turn off gas...

Page 16: ...HE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION MAKE SURE THAT MAIN POWER SUPPLY IS DISCONNECTED THE APPLIANCE WHEN INSTALLED MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES OR IN THE ABSENCE OF LOCAL CODES WIT...

Page 17: ...se and can be ordered by your Service Person or Dealer Proof of purchase is required for warranty parts All parts listed in the Parts List have a Part Number When ordering parts first obtain the Model...

Page 18: ...BLOWER COVER PLATE 5 R7051 R7052 R7053 R7051 R7052 R7053 ROD SCREEN QUANTITY 2 6 20486 21087 33607 20486 21087 33607 HOOD 7 R9292 R9292 R9292 R9292 R9292 R9292 HEARTH LEDGE RIGHT 8 R9293 R9293 R9293 R...

Page 19: ...33742 6 1217 Page 19 PARTS VIEW LOUVER FLUSH...

Page 20: ...V 1 Brick Liners Liner for Firebox Contact dealer for all available optional liner kits Fresh Air Kit Deluxe and Premium Fireboxes VFA2 Frame Kits 3 Piece Frame Kits Black Stainless Steel or Hammered...

Page 21: ...hes Contact dealer for all available optional louver accessories Bottom Trim Strip Available as optional kits in Brass Hammered Pewter and Stainless Steel finishes Contact dealer for all available opt...

Page 22: ...ctive 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 and operated i...

Page 23: ...33742 6 1217 Page 23 APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service Performed Notes...

Page 24: ...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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