Superior Fireplaces VRE4500 Installation And Operation Instruction Manual Download Page 19

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Printed in U.S.A. © 2013  Innovative Hearth Products

P/N 900223-00, Rev. C  02/2018

Innovative Hearth Products

1769 East Lawrence Street • Russellville, AL 35654

Innovative Hearth Products

Superior

®

 Brand Gas Fireplaces, Stoves and Inserts

20 Year Limited Warranty

THE WARRANTY

Innovative Hearth Products ("IHP") 20 Year Limited Warranty warrants your Superior

®

 Brand gas fireplace, Stove or Insert ("Product") to be free from defects in materials 

and workmanship at the time of manufacture. The product body, firebox and barrier carry the 20 Year Limited Warranty. Ceramic glass carries the 20 Year Limited Warranty 

against thermal breakage only. After installation, if covered components manufactured by IHP are found to be defective in materials or workmanship during the 20 Year 

Limited Warranty period and while the Product remains at the site of the original installation, IHP will, at its option, repair or replace the covered components. If repair or 

replacement is not commercially practical, IHP will, at its option, refund the purchase price or wholesale price of the IHP product, whichever is applicable. IHP will also 

pay IHP prevailing labor rates, as determined in its sole discretion, incurred in repairing or replacing such components for up to five years. THERE ARE EXCLUSIONS AND 

LIMITATIONS to this 20 Year Limited Warranty as described herein.

COVERAGE COMMENCEMENT DATE

Warranty coverage begins on the date of purchase. In the case of new home construction, warranty coverage begins on the date of first occupancy of the dwelling or six 

months after the sale of the Product by an independent IHP dealer/distributor, whichever occurs earlier. The warranty shall commence no later than 24 months following 

the date of product shipment from IHP, regardless of the installation or occupancy date.

EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS

This 20 Year Limited Warranty applies only if the Product is installed in the United States or Canada and only if operated and maintained in accordance with the printed 

instructions accompanying the Product and in compliance with all applicable installation and building codes and good trade practices.

This warranty is non-transferable and extends to the original owner only. The Product must be purchased through a listed supplier of IHP and proof of purchase must be 

provided. The product body, firebox and barrier carry the 20 Year Limited Warranty from the date of installation. Vent components, trim components and paint are excluded 

from this 20 Year Limited Warranty. The following do not carry the 20 Year Limited Warranty but are warranted as follows:

Burner

 – Repair or replacement for one year from the date of installation

Gas components

 – Repair or replacement for one year from the date of installation

Gaskets

 – Repair or replacement for one year from the date of installation

Logs

 – Replacement for one year from the date of installation against thermal breakage only

Optional blowers & remote controls

 – Repair or replacement for one year from the date of installation

Optional glass doors 

– Repair or replacement for 90 days from the date of installation

Tempered glass

 - Replacement for one year from the date of installation

Labor coverage

 – Prevailing IHP labor rates apply for the warranty period of the component

Parts not otherwise listed carry a 90 day warranty from the date of installation.

Whenever practicable, IHP will provide replacement parts, if available, for a period of 10 years from the last date of manufacture of the Product.

IHP will not be responsible for: (a) damages caused by normal wear and tear, accident, riot, fire, flood or acts of God; (b) damages caused by abuse, negligence, misuse, or 

unauthorized alteration or repair of the Product affecting its stability or performance (The Product must be subjected to normal use. The Product is designed to burn either 

natural or propane gas only. Burning conventional fuels such as wood, coal or any other solid fuel will cause damage to the Product, will produce excessive temperatures 

and could result in a fire hazard.); (c) damages caused by failing to provide proper maintenance and service in accordance with the instructions provided with the Product; 

(d) damages, repairs or inefficiency resulting from faulty installation or application of the Product.

IHP is not responsible for inadequate fireplace system draft caused by air conditioning and heating systems, mechanical ventilation systems, or general construction condi-

tions which may generate negative pressure in the room in which the appliance is installed. Additionally IHP assumes no responsibility for drafting conditions caused by 

venting configurations, adjoining trees or buildings, adverse wind conditions or unusual environmental factors and conditions that affect the operation of the unit.

This 20 Year Limited Warranty covers only parts and labor as provided herein. In no case shall IHP be responsible for materials, components or construction, which are not 

manufactured or supplied by IHP or for the labor necessary to install, repair or remove such materials, components or construction. Additional utility bills incurred due to 

any malfunction or defect in equipment are not covered by this warranty. All replacement or repair components will be shipped F.O.B. from the nearest stocking IHP factory.

LIMITATION ON LIABILITY

It is expressly agreed and understood that IHP’s sole obligation and the purchaser’s exclusive remedy under this warranty, under any other warranty, expressed or implied, 

or in contract, tort or otherwise, shall be limited to replacement, repair, or refund, as specified herein.

In no event shall IHP be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by defects in the Product, whether such damage occurs or is discovered before or 

after repair or replacement, and whether such damage is caused by IHP’s negligence. IHP has not made and does not make any representation or warranty of fitness for a 

particular use or purpose, and there is no implied condition of fitness for a particular use or purpose.

IHP makes no expressed warranties except as stated in this 20 Year Limited Warranty. The duration of any implied warranty is limited to the duration of this expressed warranty.

No one is authorized to change this 20 Year Limited Warranty or to create for IHP any other obligation or liability in connection with the Product. Some states and provinces 

do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. The provisions of this 20 Year 

Limited Warranty are in addition to and not a modification of or subtraction from any statutory warranties and other rights and remedies provided by law.

INVESTIGATION OF CLAIMS AGAINST WARRANTY

IHP reserves the right to investigate any and all claims against this 20 Year Limited Warranty and to decide, in its sole discretion, upon the method of settlement.

To receive the benefits and advantages described in this 20 Year Limited Warranty, the appliance must be installed and repaired by a licensed contractor approved by IHP.

Contact IHP at the address provided herein to obtain a listing of approved dealers/distributors.

 IHP shall in no event be responsible for any warranty work done by a 

contractor that is not approved without first obtaining IHP's prior written consent.

 

HOW TO REGISTER A CLAIM AGAINST WARRANTY

In order for any claim under this warranty to be valid, you must contact the IHP dealer/distributor from which you purchased the product. If you cannot locate the dealer/

distributor, then you must notify IHP in writing. IHP must be notified of the claimed defect in writing within 90 days of the date of failure. Notices should be directed to the 

IHP Warranty Department at 1769 East Lawrence Street; Russellville, AL 35654 or visit our website at WWW.SUPERIORFIREPLACES.US.COM.

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Summary of Contents for VRE4500

Page 1: ...N 127029 01 REV F 01 2019 Report No F09 130 PFS US C 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 n...

Page 2: ...ck which is known totheStateofCaliforniatocausecancer andCarbon Monoxide which is known to the State of California tocausebirthdefectsorotherreproductiveharm For more information go to www P65Warnings...

Page 3: ...appliances are approved for installation in the US state of Massachusetts if the following additional requirements are met Un vented Room Heaters shall be installed in accordance with 527 CMR 30 Insta...

Page 4: ...F 4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 36 MODELS Figure 1 36 Models VRE4536RS VRE4536WS VRE4536RH and VRE4536WH 20 1 4 Ref 1 1 4 22 1 2 19 36 HEARTH 29 30 1 2 30 36 54 1 2 11 1 8 45 1 8 36 3 8 35 1 4 9 1 2 3 3 8...

Page 5: ...RODUCT SPECIFICATIONS continued 42 MODELS Figure 2 42 Models VRE4542RS VRE4542WS VRE4542RH and VRE4542WH 42 HEARTH 21 3 4 8 3 4 3 3 8 9 1 2 26 3 8 41 3 8 4 7 8 1 1 4 3 3 4 32 3 8 36 3 8 11 1 8 7 7 8 5...

Page 6: ...6 Figure 3 50 Models VRE4550RS VRE4550WS VRE4550RH and VRE4550WH 21 3 4 8 3 4 9 1 2 3 3 8 13 50 50 7 30 34 3 8 38 3 8 4 7 8 49 3 8 36 3 8 59 1 8 54 1 2 11 1 8 3 3 4 32 3 8 7 7 8 23 Ref 50 HEARTH PRODU...

Page 7: ...x Location Confined and Unconfined Space The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA54 allows two meth ods for determining whether the space in which the heater is being installed is confined or uncon...

Page 8: ...ned space When ventilating to an adjoining unconfined space you must provide two permanent openings one within 12 of the ceiling and one within 12 of the floor on the wall connecting the two spaces se...

Page 9: ...ottom of your firebox except where standoff spacers are integrally attached If standoff spacers are attached to your firebox these spacers can be placed directly against wall or framing materials Use...

Page 10: ...ational product standard Fol low all minimum clearances shown in this manual NOTICE Ifyourinstallationdoesnotmeettheminimum clearances shown you must do one of the following raise the mantel to an acc...

Page 11: ...es This firebox may be installed using a cabinet mantel against a wall in your home The firebox and cabinet mantel can be installed directly on the floor Mantels may be available from your retailer or...

Page 12: ...he right and left refractory panels with the gas line knock outs orientated down toward the bottom refractory Align the left and right panels with the rear panel so the grout lines line up 5 Install t...

Page 13: ...l furnace cement Install the gas appliance or cap off gas line if desired A gas line or gas log lighter may be installed for the purpose of installing a vent free decorative gas appliance incorporatin...

Page 14: ...1 20 1 19 5 14 15 16 13 12 11 9 7 6 8 17 2 12 18 4 PARTS MODEL NO CAT NO INTERIOR VRE4536WS F0474 White Stacked VRE4536WH F0476 White Herringbone VRE4542WS F0478 White Stacked VRE4542WH F0480 White He...

Page 15: ...EPLACE 36 1 RP110454 02 TOP FIREPLACE 42 1 RP110454 01 TOP FIREPLACE 50 1 9 J6997 SPACER FIREPLACE TOP 42MC 4 10 FIREPLACE SURROUND ASSEMBLY 1 11 J4362 SPACER CLEARANCE 36 42 50 6 12 J5329 BRACKET F P...

Page 16: ...itute materials not approved by IHP Use of non approved parts can result in poor performance and safety hazards 1 2 5 3 4 6 6 IMPORTANT Installation of brick panels should be done after the fireplace...

Page 17: ...ORY HEARTH 36 STD WHITE 1 REFRACTORY HEARTH 42 STK WHITE 1 REFRACTORY HEARTH 50 STK WHITE 1 3 REFRACTORY RIGHT 36 STK WHITE 1 REFRACTORY RIGHT 36 HER WHITE 1 REFRACTORY RT 42 STK WHITE 1 REFRACTORY RT...

Page 18: ...ler Parts will be shipped at prevailing prices at time of order When ordering repair parts always give the following information 1 The model number of the fireplace 2 The serial number of the fireplac...

Page 19: ...natural or propane gas only Burning conventional fuels such as wood coal or any other solid fuel will cause damage to the Product will produce excessive temperatures and could result in a fire hazard...

Page 20: ...ributor for fireplace code information Printed in U S A 2014 Innovative Hearth Products P N 127029 01 Rev F 01 2019 1769 East Lawrence Street Russellville AL 35654 SuperiorFireplaces us com Record the...

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