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OPTIONAL FRESh AIR KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUcTIONS

OPTIONAL FRESh AIR KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUcTIONS

3.  Insert Slide Assembly through the cut-out as shown in 

Figure 

15

. Before you fasten ensure that the handle penetrates the 

inner firebox wall. 

See Figure 16.

 Fasten the Slide Assembly 

with the four 10 x 1/2 Hex Head Screws provided.

Figure 15

Figure 16

The optional Fresh Air Kit is designed to introduce outside air to 

the firebox as desired.  

It must be installed prior to, or at the time of firebox installation to 

framing.

The Fresh Air kit must be installed prior to the installation of wall

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board or other finishing materials around the unit.

hardware needed (not provided):

 

4 inch Aluminum Flex Duct, 

 

2 Band Clamps

Tools needed: 

Gloves, Metal snips, 5/16 inch Nut Driver,  

 

Phillips Screwdriver

caution: 

Sharp edges

Slide Assembly Installation

1.  Begin by removing the rectangular cutout located on the left 

side of the unit. Use gloves and sheet metal snips to create 

the opening for the Air Door assembly to install into. See 

Fig-

ure 13

.

Figure 13

2.  Bend the tab out of the way.

 See Figure 14.

Figure 14

4.  Fasten  the  Handle  Retainer  to  the  firebox  side  with  two 

10 x 1/2 Phillips Truss Head Screws as shown in 

Figure 16.

5.  Push the handle for Open position and pull the handle for the 

Closed position. See Figure 17.

Figure 17

completion of Air Kit installation

1.  Determine the length of 4 inch diameter rigid or flex duct con

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nector (installer supplied) you will need from the firebox/fire

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place to the exterior surface of the outside wall, where the air 

kit hood will be installed. Add a few extra inches to the length 

to allow for easier attachment of the outside duct connection 

prior to securing the outside rain cap hood to the building.

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.  From the outside of the building, connect the duct to the collar 

on the outside air vent assembly with band clamp or screws 

to secure (installer supplied).

5.  Secure the Outside Air Vent Assembly to the outside wall with 

the four 10 x 1 1/2 Hex Head Slotted Screws provided. Seal 

with caulk as necessary. 

See Figure 18.

6.  Figure 19 illustrates the various options for installation of the 

air duct run possibilities.

Note: 

In  installations  where  the  flex  duct  would  normally  be 

straight (without turns), it is recommended a turn or dip 

be added in the run to reduce air velocity.

OUTSIDE
AIR VENT ASSY

CAULKING

WALL

Caulk and Install Duct Termination

Figure 18

RECOMMENDED TO
ELIMINATE COLD AIR
DRAFT

Figure 19

Summary of Contents for VFP32FB0F-5

Page 1: ...Ventless Fireplace Enclosures for Gas Fired Decorative Type Unvented Room Heaters WARNING If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal 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 l...

Page 2: ... 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 AllcorrespondenceshouldrefertocompleteModelNumber Serial Number Notice During initial firing of this firebox with a log set installed its paint will bake...

Page 3: ... be less than 84 inches to the bottom of the firebox See Figure 3 Mantel Clearances Vent free firebox models must use the hood supplied with the firebox or one of the optional hood kits available for each model If a combustible mantel is installed it must meet the clearance requirements detailed below Leave at least 36 inches clearance from the front of the firebox CLEARANCES Figure 1 Figure 2a Lo...

Page 4: ...sistance with this planning Planning Your Installation Please note that the optional VFA2 Fresh Air kit available for use with the Vent Free Firebox must be installed at the time of the initial installation Refer to pages 10 11 and 12 for detailed instructions for the air kit Accessory kits such as the FBB5 Blower kit Trim kits Mantles Full Cabinet Mantels plus other Decorative Frame Hood and Door...

Page 5: ... line installed by a qualified service person in accordance with all building codes Consult local building codes to properly size the gas supply line leading to the 3 8 inch hook up at the unit The state of Massachusetts requires that a flexible appliance connector cannot exceed three feet in length Gas access holes are provided on both sides of the firebox See Figure 11 When installing optional c...

Page 6: ...s shown in Figure 16 5 Push the handle for Open position and pull the handle for the Closed position See Figure 17 Figure 17 Completion of Air Kit installation 1 Determine the length of 4 inch diameter rigid or flex duct con nector installer supplied you will need from the firebox fire place to the exterior surface of the outside wall where the air kit hood will be installed Add a few extra inches...

Page 7: ...ON OFF wall switch or optional SCV1 Vari able Speed Control Kit should be installed to activate pow er to the fireplace and control the operation of the FBB5 Blower assembly It is recommended that installation of the wiring be performed by a qualified electrician See Figure 20 1 If installed turn OFF gas supply to firebox gas log 2 If applicable turn OFF electric supply to firebox CAUTION ALL WIRI...

Page 8: ... complete the installation plug the power cord into the junc tion box receptacle at the right rear corner of the firebox outer wrap See Figure 26 Figure 26 11 If room permits the power cord can be located from the out side of the unit looking through the junction box access hole with the junction box removed then plug up the power cord before reinstalling the pre wired junction box 12 Once all con...

Page 9: ...each part from the fol lowing illustration and part list Be sure to give all this information Appliance Model Number Part Description Appliance Serial Number Part Number Type of Gas Propane or Natural Do not order bolts screws washers or nuts They are standard hardware items and can be purchased at any local hardware store Shipments contingent upon strikes fires and all causes beyond our control H...

Page 10: ...25447 25447 25447 BLOWER COVER PLATE 5 R7051 R7051 R7052 R7052 R7053 R7053 ROD SCREEN QUANTITY 2 6 20468 20468 21087 21087 33607 33607 HOOD 7 R9292 R9292 R9292 R9292 R9292 R9292 HEARTH LEDGE RIGHT 8 R9293 R9293 R9293 R9293 R9293 R9293 HEARTH LEDGE LEFT 9 R9294 R9294 R9295 R9295 R9296 R9296 HEARTH LEDGE CENTER 10 23004 23004 23004 23004 23004 23004 HEARTH RETAINER 11 33026 33027 33028 33029 33030 3...

Page 11: ... optional kits in Brass Hammered Pew ter and Stainless Steel finishes Contact dealer for all avail able optional frame kit ac cessories Decorative Frame Kits Available as optional kits in Brass Hammered Pew ter and Stainless Steel finishes Contact dealer for all avail able optional decorative door kit accessories ACCESSORIES continued Accessory Description Model Numbers Fan Kit Designed to provide...

Page 12: ... thermostat accessory or other part fail because 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 and operated in accordance with the instructions furnished with the ap pliance A bill of sale cancelled check or payment record should be kept to verify purch...

Page 13: ...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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