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VENT-FREE GAS

DUAL FUEL FIREPLACE

MODEL #VFF-PH(20D)(20D-C)(CPD-2T)

VFF-PH(26D)(26D-T)(IMD-2H)

VFF-PH(32DR)(32DR-H)(FSDR-2C)   

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.

CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

WARNING: 

IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED 

EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY 
DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.

CAUTION - FOR YOUR SAFETY

Questions, problems, missing parts?

 Before returning to your retailer, call our customer 

service department at 1-877-447-4768,

 

8:30 a.m. –  4:30

 

p.m., CST, Monday – Friday or 

email us at [email protected].

       WARNING:

 This appliance 

is equipped for (Natural and 
Propane) gas. Field conversion 
is not permitted other than 
between natural or propane 
gases.

- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and Iiquids in 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.

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

installed. Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air most be provided.
Refer to Air For Combustion and Ventilation section on page 8 of this manual.

This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket, permanently located manufactured (mobile) 
home, where not prohibited by local codes. This appliance is only for use with propane or 
natural gas. This appliance is equipped with a simple means to switch between propane and 
natural gas. Field conversion by any other means including the use of a kit is not permitted.

NG

LP

Dual Fuel

418-S-06-5

ANSI Z21.11.2-2013

Rev. 2014-07-01

Summary of Contents for VFF-PH20D

Page 1: ...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...

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Page 3: ...Maintenance 26 Troubleshooting 29 Replacement Parts 31 Accessories 32 Warranty 34 Model VFF PH20 CP Series VFF PH26 IM Series VFF PH32 FS Series Input Rating 20 000 BTU Hr 27 500 BTU Hr 32 000 BTU Hr...

Page 4: ...wever the odor added to the gas can fade Gas may be present even though no odor exists Make certain you read and under stand all warnings Keep this manual for reference It is your guide to operating t...

Page 5: ...This fireplace has an Oxygen Depletion Sensing ODS safety shutoff system The ODS shuts down the fireplace if not enough fresh air is available See Air for Combustion and Ventilation page 9 If fireplac...

Page 6: ...igned for use with the mantel cabinet provided Installing the fireplace cabinet without the provided mantel or substituting another mantel will void the warranty and could resuly in property damage an...

Page 7: ...ed to natural gas by having your qualified installer follow the instructions on page 18 and the markings on the heater BLOWER KIT OPTIONAL The blower kit helps to distribute the warmed air into the sp...

Page 8: ...nd pull out to remove See Fig 2 Set screen aside until installation has been completed 2 Cut two plastic straps to remove log from firebox cavity Set log aside 3 An optional blower is available See Ac...

Page 9: ...unconfined space This heater shall not be installed in a confined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air Adjoining rooms are...

Page 10: ...U hr Example Gas heater logs __________BTU hr Gas water heater 30 000 BTU hr Other gas appliances ____BTU hr Vent free heater 26 000 BTU hr Total ____BTU hr Total 56 000 BTU hr Do not include direct v...

Page 11: ...r duct You must provide two permanent openings one within 12 in of the ceiling and one within 12 in of the floor Connect these items directly to the outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors These space...

Page 12: ...candles cleaning fluids oil or kerosene lamps etc in the air exist may cause walls to discolor IMPORTANT Vent free heaters add moisture to the air Although this is beneficial installing heater in room...

Page 13: ...stalled on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the appliance An optional blower kit is available from your retailer See Accessories page 36 If planning to use blower follow ins...

Page 14: ...1 2 3 4 Access Panel Screws Power Cord Access Panel Temperature Sensor Sheet Metal Screws Senser Bracket Lock Washer Screw Nut Combustion Top Mounting Holes WARNING This appliance is equipped with a t...

Page 15: ...wires female plugs marked with T1 and T2 black and yellow into two male ports on Temperature Sensor 7 Insert the female plug on the white power supply wire marked with P1 into the corresponding male...

Page 16: ...es on back of Outer Casing Attach one in hole near the top and one in hole near the bottom 10 11 Insert AUTO OFF MAN wires through the Rocker Switch opening 11 12 Fixed Hole G E 12 Connect AUTO OFF MA...

Page 17: ...ire 14 Screw Outer Casing Access Panel Power Cord t WHITE GREEN RED BLACK BLACK AUTO OFF MAN 1 2 3 4 5 120V 60Hz 1 Power Cord 2 Bushing Strain Relief 3 Blower 4 Temperature Sensor 5 Rocker Switch FAN...

Page 18: ...plunger pin 180 degrees and screw it back into the regulator cap by turning it clockwise Replace the cap by turning it clockwise back onto the regulator Make sure the plunger pin and cap are finger t...

Page 19: ...uld occur Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Fig 6 Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet Purchase the optional equipment shutoff valve from you...

Page 20: ...access hole in the side or bottom of the Mantel Cabinet depending on your particular connection 3 Check all connections for gas leaks NOTICE Most building codes do not permit concealed gas connections...

Page 21: ...in this manual Yellow flames contacting logs will create soot It is very important to install the logs exactly as instructed Do not modify logs Use only logs supplied with heater Each log is marked wi...

Page 22: ...ry important to install the logs exactly as instructed Do not modify logs Use only logs supplied with heater Each log is marked with a number this number will hep you identify the logs when installing...

Page 23: ...k 5 Correct all leaks immediately 6 Reconnect heater and equipment shutoff valve to gas supply Check reconnected fittings for leaks Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Close equipm...

Page 24: ...part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Models VFF PH 20D 20D C CPD 2T VFF PH 26D 26D T IMD 2H 1 STOP Read the safety information to the left o...

Page 25: ...ician or gas supplier If pilot goes out repeat steps 3 through 7 Wait 1 minute before attempting to light pilot again If after several tries the pilot still goes out turn the gas control knob clockwis...

Page 26: ...l gas units will have a slight curve but flame should be blue and have no yellow or orange color WARNING If yellow tipping occurs your heater could produce increased levels of carbon monoxide If burne...

Page 27: ...pected yearly by a qualified service person We also recommend that you keep the burner tube and pilot assembly clean and free of dust and dirt To clean these parts we recommend using compressed air no...

Page 28: ...3 Blow air through the ports slots and holes in the burner 4 Check the orifice holder located at the end of the burner tube again Remove any large particles of dust dirt lint or pet hair with a soft c...

Page 29: ...nched or wet 5 Damaged ignitor cable 6 Bad piezo ignitor 1 Replace electrode 2 Replace electrode 3 Replace ignitor cable 4 Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry 5...

Page 30: ...e is clogged 1 Contact your gas supplier 2 Clean burner see Care and Mainte nance page 26 or contact customer service Burner backfiring during combustion 1 Burner orifice is clogged or damaged 2 Burne...

Page 31: ...r 3 Clean ODS pilot see Care and Maintenance page 26 Gas odor exists even when control knob is in OFF posi tion 1 Gas leak See Warning Statement at top of page 28 2 Control valve is defective 1 Locate...

Page 32: ...REBOX MODELS VFF PH 20D 20D C CPD 2T VFF PH 26D 26D T IMD 2H VFF PH 32DR 32DR H FSDR 2C 1 2 3 VFF PH20 CP Series 1 Top Grille 1 700 S1014B 700 M1014B 2 Hood 1 700 S1012B 700 M1012B 3 Window Frame Asse...

Page 33: ...1 1 700 S1018 01 700 M1018 01 700 L1018 01 1 2 Log 2 1 700 S1018 02 700 M1018 02 700 L1018 02 1 3 Log 3 1 700 S1018 03 700 M1018 03 700 L1018 03 1 4 Log 4 1 700 S1018 04 700 M1018 04 700 L1018 04 1 5...

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Page 35: ...34 33 This limited warranty is extended to the original retail purchaser of this heater and warrants against any 2 2 two two years years...

Page 36: ...35 34 GHP Group Inc 6440 W Howard St Niles IL 60714 3302 Tel 877 447 4768 www ghpgroupinc com GHP Group Inc 6440 W Howard St Niles IL 60714 3302...

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