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INSTALLATION

Continued

Note: When installing your gas logs into

a manufactured firebox, follow firebox

manufacturer’s instructions for minimum

clearances to combustible materials.

B. Clearances from the top of the fireplace

opening to the ceiling should not be less

than 42".

Heat Resistant
Material

(A)

Figure 5 - Heat Resistant Material (Slate,

Marble, Tile, etc.) Above Fireplace

Noncombustible

Material Distance

(A)

Requirements for

Safe Installation

12" or more

Noncombustible mate-

rial OK.

Between 8" and 12"

Install fireplace hood

accessory (GA6050 or

GA6053 see

Accesso-

ries

, page 39).

Less than 8"

Noncombustible mate-

rial must be extended

to at least 8". See

Between 8" and 12"

above. If you cannot

extend material, you

must operate heater

with flue damper open.

Figure 4 - Minimum Clearance for

Combustible to Wall

*Minimum 16" from Side Wall

Example

Minimum Noncombustible Material

Clearances

If Not Using Mantel

Note: If using a mantel proceed to If Using

Mantel. If not using a mantel, follow these

instructions

You must have noncombustible material(s)

above the fireplace opening. Noncombustible

materials (such as slate, marble, tile, etc.) must

be at least 1/2" thick. With sheet metal, you

must have noncombustible material behind

it. Noncombustible material must extend at

least 8" up (for all models). If noncombustible

material is less than 12", you must install the

fireplace hood accessory (24" and 30" Models

Only). See Figure 5 for minimum clearances.

If Using Mantel

You must have noncombustible material(s)

above the fireplace opening. Noncombustible

materials (such as slate, marble, tile, etc.)

must be at least 1/2" thick. With sheet metal,

you must have noncombustible material be-

hind it. Noncombustible material must extend

at least 8" up (for all models). If noncom-

bustible material is less than 12", you must

install the fireplace hood accessory. Even if

noncombustible material is more than 12",

you may need the hood accessory to deflect

heat away from your mantel shelf. See Figure

5 and Figures 6 and 7, page 11, for minimum

clearances.

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Page 1: ...tions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a quali fied installer service agency or the gas supplier INSTALLER Leave this manual with the appliance CONSUMER Retain this manual for future reference UNVENTED VENT FREE GAS LOG HEATER OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL REMOTE CONTROL LOG SET AND BURNER SYSTEM MODELS MF42INE...

Page 2: ... unvented gas fired heat er It uses air oxygen from the room in which it is installed Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided Refer to Air for Combustion and Ven tilation section on page 6 of this manual This appliance may be in stalled in an aftermarket permanently located manufactured mobile home where not prohib ited by local codes This appliance is only for use ...

Page 3: ...teschemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm IMPORTANT Read this owner s manualcarefullyandcompletely before trying to assemble op erate or service this fireplace Improper use of this fireplace can cause serious injury or death from burns fire explo sion electricalshockandcarbon monoxide poisoning DANGER Carbonmonoxide poisoning may lead...

Page 4: ...ow the instructions in Cleaning and Maintenance page 29 9 Before using furniture polish wax carpet cleaner or similar products turn heater off If heated thevaporsfromtheseproductsmay create a white powder residue within burner box or on adjacent walls and furniture 10 This heater needs fresh outside air ven tilation to run properly This heater has an Oxygen Depletion Sensing ODS safety shutoff sys...

Page 5: ...LC at 1 866 328 4537 for replacement parts before returning to dealer Install and use heater with care Follow all local codes In the absence of local codes use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Available from American National Standards Institute Inc 1430 Broadway New York NY 10018 National Fire Protection Association Inc Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 State o...

Page 6: ...el burning ap pliances need fresh air for proper combustion and ventilation Exhaust fans fireplaces clothes dryers and fuel burning appliances draw air from the house to operate You must provide adequate fresh air for these appliances This will insure proper venting of vented fuel burning appliances PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION The following are excerpts from National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 N...

Page 7: ...200 maximum Btu Hr the space can support 3 Add the Btu Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space Vent free fireplace ___________ Btu Hr Gas water heater ___________ Btu Hr Gas furnace ___________ Btu Hr Vented gas heater ___________ Btu Hr Gas fireplace logs ___________ Btu Hr Other gas appliances __________ Btu Hr Total __________ Btu Hr Do not include direct vent gas appliances Direct vent ...

Page 8: ...ust provide two permanent openings one within 12 of the ceiling and one within 12 of the floor on the wall connecting the two spaces see options 1 and 2 Figure 2 You can also remove door into adjoining room see option 3 Figure 2 Follow the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventilation grills or ducts Figure 2 Ventilation Air from Ins...

Page 9: ...tc in the air exist may discolor walls or cause odors IMPORTANT Vent free heaters add moisture to the air Although this is beneficial installing heater in rooms without enough ventilation air may cause mildew to form from too much moisture See Air for Combustion and Ventila tion page 6 CHECK GAS TYPE Use the correct type of gas natural or propane LP If your gas supply is not the correct gas type d...

Page 10: ...sing Mantel Note If using a mantel proceed to If Using Mantel If not using a mantel follow these instructions You must have noncombustible material s above the fireplace opening Noncombustible materials such as slate marble tile etc must be at least 1 2 thick With sheet metal you must have noncombustible material behind it Noncombustible material must extend at least 8 up for all models If noncomb...

Page 11: ... or GA6053 Top of Fireplace Opening Underside of Mantel Shelf Mantel Shelf Hearth 5 Min Combustible Material Figure 9 Minimum Fireplace Clearances Above Combustible Flooring NOTICE Surface temperatures ofadjacentwallsandmantelsbe comehotduringoperation Walls and mantels above the firebox may become hot to the touch If installed properly these tem peratures meet the requirement ofthenationalproduct...

Page 12: ...bit Note Install optional MRC Series receiver and hand held remote control kit see Ac cessories page 39 before installing gas log heater See installation instructions included with the kit 1 Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads of the 3 8 NPT side of gas fitting elbow provided and connect to inlet side of gas control Remove gas fitting from flexible gas hose provided before connecting ...

Page 13: ...ulator will reduce incoming gas pressure You must reduce incoming gas pressure to between 11 and 14 of water If you do not re duce incoming gas pressure heater regulator damage could occur Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 12 page 14 Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet CAUTION Use only new black iron or steel pipe In ternally tinne...

Page 14: ...th its appliance main gas valve control valve and equip ment shutoff valve from gas supply piping system Pressures in excess of 1 2 psig will damage heater regulator 2 Cap off open end of gas pipe where equip ment shutoff valve was connected 3 Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane LP supply tank valve for propane LP gas or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for...

Page 15: ...e a flashlight so you can see the connections as described below Lo cate the battery power supply It is the black box with the red and black wires Locate the control module see Figure 17 Connect the battery power supply to the control module by plugging the battery power supply to the mating receptacle on the control module The receptacle is located on the side of the black control module next to ...

Page 16: ...19 Touch Pad Control Cable Figure 20 Connecting end of Touch Pad Cable proceeding locate the yellow orange S1 button on the control module You will need to access this button during the re pairing procedure and only have 20 seconds to press and release it A small nail or ink pen will also be useful to press this button see Figure 17 page 15 Press and hold the Off button on the remote control for 4...

Page 17: ...25 Signal Bars Figure 26 Back and Middle Buttons Configuration Change Back Yes No 0 5 C Thermostat Programming Gap Temp Fri 22 05 Off Pairing Configuration Select Back Off No Yes 0 5 C Thermostat Programming Gap Temp Fri 22 05 Pairing Back Button Middle Button Presstheleft Change buttonand Off becomes On see Figure 24 above Press the S1 but ton to re pair the remote to the control module Once this...

Page 18: ...es Burner System Log Compatibility Chart INSTALLING LOGS EMBERS AND LAVA ROCK WARNING Failuretoposition thepartsinaccordancewiththese diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury MF SERIES BURNER SYSTEM LOG COMPATIBILITY CHART 1 Find the right front log LMF36 SC and VFGT24 inch models D 061 or LMF42 SC and VFGT30 inch...

Page 19: ...g Side View Figure 29 Installing Back Left Log Back Left Log D 060 D 018 or D026 Flat Part of Log Log Notch Burner Tube Figure 29A Installing Back Left Log Figure 29B Installing Back Left Log D 018 Rear View Burner Tube Log Notch Vertical Portion of Burner Tube 3 Find the front left log LMF36 SC and VFGT24 inch models D 059 or LMF42 SC and VTGF30 inch models D 017 or LMF48 SC and VFGT36 inch model...

Page 20: ...ide View Square Grate Log Notch 5 Find the middle split log LMF36 SC and VFGT24 inch models D 063 or LMF42 SC and VFGT30 inch models D 021 or LMF48 SC and VTGF36 inch models D 028 See Figures 32 and 32A The split side of the log faces forward The log has a notch that fits around the burner tube on the right side The left side of the burner tube fits into the notch on the back side of this log The ...

Page 21: ...he left end of this log has a square hole that fits over a square peg that is on the top of the middle split log The right end of this log rests behind the knot on the top of the front right log 8 Find the back top log LMF36 SC and VFGT24 inch models D 062 or LMF42 SC andVFGT30inchmodels D 023orLMF48 SC and VTGF36 inch models D 029 See Figures 35 and 35 A The left end of this log has a round hole ...

Page 22: ...tact with either the burner ports or flame around base of heater if de sired DO NOT place rock or additional logs on front burner or on logs except as directed above Placing any material on unit other than ember material on front burner may result in production of carbon monoxide or soot Aswitch log is included with each log set This log is designed to house a switch on remote ready models On vari...

Page 23: ...some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electric switch do not use any phone in your building 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 C Do not use this appliance if any part has been...

Page 24: ...ame status G Current fan status H Current room temperature I Child lock status J Button labels explained below The screen changes depending on the input from the buttons but the bottom row always displays the button function labels see Figure 40 The functions of each button depends on the options available on the current screen except for the OFF button which has always the same function Note The ...

Page 25: ...using the remote there are various settings which should be made such as the date the language the autolock option and the comfort temperature For doing this press Menu and then press Select to chose Adjust Menu There the options shown in Figure 42 can be set To change any of these settings use the down arrow to select the feature and then press Select and Change to change the setting SETTING THE ...

Page 26: ...re 43 After 40 seconds the configuration menu appears see Figure 44 Figure 43 OFF Button OFF Button Fri 20 45 Lock Menu On OFF F 75 u Configuration Select Back Off No Yes 0 5 C Thermostat Programming Gap Temp Fri 22 04 Pairing Figure 44 Programming Figure 45 Highlighting No Configuration Select Back Off No Yes 0 5 C Thermostat Gap Temp Fri 23 27 Pairing Programming Configuration Change Back Off Ye...

Page 27: ... schedule graphic press left button To change the desired temperature go to the hour you want to change by pressing left button and then press change middle button There are 3 temperature settings Off No temperature control the appliance is in pilot mode Night Temp The night temperature is set as desired temperature and the appliance will heat until this temperature is reached Comfort Temp The com...

Page 28: ...ystem on just press the ON OFF button The system will emit a beep and begin the ignition process which can take about 20 seconds Once the start up process is complete the pilot flame is lit REGULATING THE FLAME LEVEL 1 To increase the flame level press the up button A beep and a flash of the LED indicate that the system has accepted the order and the flame will increase instantly see Figure 50 2 T...

Page 29: ...ore hardware store or home center may carry compressed air in a can If using compressed air in a can please follow the directions on the can If you don t follow directions on the can you could dam age the pilot assembly 1 Shut off unit including pilot Allow unit to cool for at least thirty minutes 2 Inspect burner pilot and primary air inlet holes on injector holder for dust and dirt see Figure 54...

Page 30: ...eater and let cool Remove blockage blocked burner flame holes will create soot WARNING The injector hold ers air shutters are not adjust able Donotmoveinjectorholders from their original positions Figure 55 Pilot Inlet Air Hole Your pilot may vary from pilot shown Pilot Air Inlet Hole Pilot Assembly CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Continued Figure 54 Injector Holder On Outlet Burner Tube Burner Tube Inje...

Page 31: ...www fmiproducts com 125795 01B 31 WIRING DIAGRAM POWER SUPPLY BOX CONTROL MODULE REMOTE CONTROL ...

Page 32: ...e system will not function under 3 8 volts and bat teries should be replaced if the voltage is under 4 0 volts 2 Plug power supply box to module see page 15 3 Plug touch pad in module see page 16 figure 19 Check to see it is positioned as shown 4 Check to see that the control valve wiring harness blue connector is plugged in to the module Check to see that it is aligned with the mating pins If any...

Page 33: ...by any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry 9 Replace wire harness including ignitor cable 10 Replace ods pilot assembly 11 Replace ods pilot assembly 12 Replace control module 13 Ground cable from control valve wiring harness is not ground ing properly Reposition spade terminal so that it makes contact with burner chassis metal or valve body 14 Change batteries in remote Check reception of sign...

Page 34: ...uld be hand tight plus 1 4 to 1 2 turn You should not be able to loosen the thermocouple at the control valve with your hand Check the thermocouple terminal connection at the control module If it is loose remove it with needle nose pliers using the pliers slightly close the terminal s opening and reinstall on to the control module 4 While the pilot is sparking check for gas flow at the ods pilot I...

Page 35: ...rt in touch pad wiring BUT TON ERROR is shown in remote display 1 Batteries are weak LOW BAT TERY is shown in remote display 1 Fully open equipment shutoff valve 2 Check batteries and replace if needed Batteries in the power supply box can be tested with a multimeter at the two connections at the back of the battery housing where the red and black wires are connected Set the multimeter to DC volta...

Page 36: ...Y temperature setting in the remote has shut the burner system off 1 More than one burner system is present and operating on the same frequency 1 Replace control module 1 Follow Re Pairing instructions on page 16 to re pair remote to control module 2 Replace control module 1 Either the remote is too far from the burner system or the remote needs new batteries The remote should work within 20 feet ...

Page 37: ...an burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 30 or replace burner orifice 2 Replace damaged burner 3 Replace gas regulator 1 Checkburner s fordirtanddebris If found cleanburner s seeCleaning and Maintenance page 30 2 Replace gas regulator 1 Problem will stop after a few hours of operation 1 Set the unit to LO by using the remote and let warm up for a minute 2 Operate burners until air is re moved f...

Page 38: ...ed 1 Gas leak See Warning state ment at top of page 2 Control valve or gas control defec tive 1 Foreign matter between control valve and burner 2 Gas leak See Warning state ment at top of page 1 Optional Hand held remote con trol is too close to heater REMEDY 1 Open window to ventilate room Stop using odor causing products while heater is running 2 Refill supply tank propane LP only 3 Locate and c...

Page 39: ...ck page of this manual FIREPLACE HOOD Black GA6050 Antique Brass GA6053 For all models Helps deflect heat away from mantel or wall above fireplace Fits openings 28 to 48 wide LAVA ROCK GA6060 For all models Order when additional rock is desired FLOOR MEDIA KIT FM100 For all models Includes lava rock burner embers and burner cinders CONTROL COVER KIT CC100 For all models Includes control cover log ...

Page 40: ...ducts com 125795 01B 40 PARTS REMOTE CONTROL MODELS MF42INE MF42IPE MF48INE MF48IPE VFGT24NE VFGT24PE VFGT30NE VFGT30PE VFGT36NE AND VFGT36PE 1 2 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 24 12 13 15 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 14 5 3 7 23 ...

Page 41: ...810 01 Leg Support 1 11 125247 01 Asm Pan Burner 1 12 125023 01 Bracket Front Burner 2 13 097384 01 Nut 10 24 Captive Washer 2 14 112829 02 Air Shutter 1 15 124933 01 Orifice Holder 90 Degree Elbow 2 16 099056 46 Orifice 051 Pan 1 099046 45 Orifice 028 Pan 1 17 119321 01 Tube Venturi 1 18 119795 01 Burner Gasket 1 19 125819 01 Bracket Caution Decal 1 20 125777 01 Module Control Board 1 21 099056 3...

Page 42: ...red 1 5 125948 04 D 063 125573 05 D 021 125591 04 D 028 Log Middle Split 1 6 125573 06 D 022 125573 06 D 022 125573 06 D 022 Log Right Split Crossover 1 7 125573 07 D 024 125573 07 D 024 125573 07 D 024 Log Front Top 1 8 125948 05 D 062 125573 08 D 023 125591 06 D 029 Log Back Top 1 9 125538 01 None 125538 01 None 125538 01 None Log Switch 1 MF42I N P E LMF36 SC VFGT24 N P E GT24 MF42I N P E LMF42...

Page 43: ...chase date Usually we will ask you to return the part to the factory SERVICE HINTS When Gas Pressure Is Too Low pilot will not stay lit burners will have delayed ignition heater will not produce specified heat propane LP gas supply may be low You may feel your gas pressure is too low If so contact your local propane LP or natural gas supplier TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about ...

Page 44: ...is product and or FMI PRODUCTS LLC who will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty Travel handling transportation diagnostic material labor and incidental costs associated with warranty repairs unless expressly covered by this warranty are not reimbursable under this warranty and are the responsibility of the owner Excluded ...

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