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UNVENTED (VENT-FREE)

FIREBOX 

Circulating Models

Listed Certified for USA

FVF300

FVFB300MVN, FVFB300MVP Burner Systems are approved to

ANZI Z21.11.2b – 1998, ANZI Z21.11.2 – 1996 for the FVF300 Vent Free Firebox only

Owner’s Operation 

and Installation Manual

Warning

If the information in this manual is not followed 
exactly, a fire or explosion my 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 light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical 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.
– Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,

service agency, or the gas supplier.

Warning

Improper installation, adjustment, 
alteration, service, or maintenance
can cause injury or property 
damage. Refer to this manual for 
correct installation and operational
procedures. For assistance or
additional information consult a
qualified installer, service agency, or
the gas supplier.

Warning

The FVF300 Firebox is to be used
only with certain vent-free gas log
heaters (see table 1, Page 4).  Do not
burn wood or other materials in these
fireboxes.

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2340 Logan Ave., Winnipeg, MB, Canada, Phone: (204) 632-1962

Printed in Canada • PART #300FVF-MAN

Rev 08/01/04

Warning

This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the

room in which installed. Provisions for adequate combustion and

ventilation must be provided. Refer to Page 11.

This appliance must be installed by a licensed plumber or

gas fitter in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and meet

the requirements of 527 CMR 30 and 248 CMR.

Summary of Contents for FVF300

Page 1: ...ation and service must be performed by a quali ed installer service agency or the gas supplier Warning Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property d...

Page 2: ...2...

Page 3: ...ctory However due to the high temperature silicone components the paint will cure when heat is applied to the appliance as it is rst used The following information applies to the curing process to get...

Page 4: ...Air Flow for Firebox Location 9 Ventilation Air From Inside Building 10 Ventilation Air From Outdoors 11 Installing 12 Installation Clearances 12 Installing Gas Line 14 Installing Burner Systems into...

Page 5: ...FVF300 Free Standing Cast Stove as above Black FVF300AL Free Standing Cast Stove as above Porcelain Almond FVF300BL Free Standing Cast Stove as above Porcelain Black FVF300 GR Free Standing Cast Stov...

Page 6: ...ther material on top of logs or logs into ame 5 Always operate appliance with front replace screens closed 6 Make sure any safety screen or guard removed for servicing is in place before running appli...

Page 7: ...ervised when they are in the same room with the appliance 27 Must be installed by a licenced gas tter in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Complies to code 527CMR LOCAL CODES Install and use replace w...

Page 8: ...atmosphere have a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm 6 x 10 11 per pasec m2 or less with openings gasketed or sealed and b weather stripping has been added on openable windows...

Page 9: ...ors and vents to the outdoors 4 Compare the maximum Btu Hr the space can support with the actual amount of Btu Hr used __________________ Btu Hr maximum the space can support __________________ Btu Hr...

Page 10: ...he oor on the wall connecting the two spaces You can also remove door into adjoining room Follow the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 ANSIZ223 1 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for requir...

Page 11: ...the power vent FIGURE 6 Ventilation Air from Outdoors Vertical Venting in Cold Climates In cold climate conditions where temperatures go below 10 degrees Celsius or 14 degrees Fahrenheit we recommend...

Page 12: ...r wall should not be less than 3 inches C Clearance from the side of unit in corner 45 degree installation is 3 inches D Clearance from top of stove is 41 inches NOTICE A quali ed service person must...

Page 13: ...ing Commissioner before installing this appliance otherwise your insurance company may not cover this appliance DANGER CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING MAY LEAD TO DEATH WARNING Any changes to this heater or...

Page 14: ...burner pressure is controlled by the regulator Check pressure at the pressure test point which is located on the side of the gas control near the pilot outlet Make sure that the pressure tap is compl...

Page 15: ...ot use cleaning uids to clean logs or any part of the heater Use a soft bristle brush or a vacuum with brush attachment Vacuum loose particles and dust from burner ports valve and blower compartments...

Page 16: ...ructions in manual 7 Once the gas line is connected the piezo wire can be attached This is done by locating the single wire lead from the pilot system and attaching it to the piezo ignitor For the on...

Page 17: ...with the stove Fig 3 Log A has 2 locating holes Position the 2 holes on the log over the 2 pins on the left side of the log mounting pan as shown in the picture Fig 4 Log B has 2 locating holes Posit...

Page 18: ...ensure that the wall switch is in the ON position NOTE For Millivolt models the ON OFF wall switch may be replaced with a wall thermostat allowing main burner to light and turn off automatically depen...

Page 19: ...e proceeding 5 Turn the stove on Once the sensor unit reaches operating temperature in approximately 10 to 15 minutes the fan will turn on The fan can be switched off if desired by turning the switch...

Page 20: ...asher 7 4000 208 Mixing Sleeve 8 Air Shutter 9 350VF 200 Burner Assembly 10 350 520 Burner Retainer 11 350 520 R Burner Retainer 12 350 221 Burner Mount 13 350 221R Burner Mount 14 4000 P963VE 375 x 3...

Page 21: ...ifice 3 1000 253 750 x125 Nipple 4 2000 213 Elbo90 125 5 27FP P90F44 125x375 Flare 6 1 x 437 IN washer 7 33VF P8404 ODS LP 7 33VF P8214 ODS NG 8 350 P3875D 375 x 8 Flex 9 33VF P316VE Air Tubing 10 33V...

Page 22: ...FF position Possible Cause Remedy 1 Gas leak 1 Locate and correct all leaks 2 Control valve defective 2 Replace control valve When ignitor button is pressed there is a spark at ODS pilot but no igniti...

Page 23: ...er is damaged 2 Replace burner 3 Gas regulator is defective 3 Replace Gas regulator Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Possible Cause Remedy 1 Vapors from paint or curing process of logs 1...

Page 24: ...th service or maintenance h damage repairs inoperation or inefficiency resulting from faulty installation or application i electricity or fuel costs or any increase in electricity or fuel cost whatsoe...

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