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

P/N 900223-00, Rev. NC  12/2013

Innovative Hearth Products

1508 Elm Hill Pike, Suite 108 • Nashville, TN 37210

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 and firebox 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 prevail-

ing 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 installation. 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 and firebox 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 1508 Elm Hill Pike, Suite 108; Nashville, TN 37210 or visit our website at WWW.SUPERIORFIREPLACES.US.COM.

Summary of Contents for VRL4543ZMN

Page 1: ...NG If the information in these instructions is 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 flammab...

Page 2: ...ly for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases Aftermarket Completion of sale not for purpose of resale from the manufacturer...

Page 3: ...in a bedroom or bathroom 5 Do not use this fireplace as a wood burn ing fireplace Use only the logs provided with the fireplace DANGER Carbonmonoxide poisoning may lead to death Carbon Monoxide Poison...

Page 4: ...run properly This fireplace has an Oxygen Depletion Sensing ODS safety shutoff system The ODS shuts down the fire place if not enough fresh air is available See Air for Combustion and Ventilation page...

Page 5: ...gen erated by both realistic flames This heater is designed for vent free operation It has been tested and approved to ANSI Z21 11 2 standard for unvented heaters State and lo cal codes in some areas...

Page 6: ...VENTILATION Unusually Tight Construction The air that leaks around doors and windows may provide enough fresh air for combustion and ventilation However in buildings of un usually tight construction y...

Page 7: ...direct vent gas appliances Direct vent draws combustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors Example Gas water heater __________ Btu Hr Vent free fireplace _________ Btu Hr Total _________...

Page 8: ...floor Connect these items directly to the outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors These spaces include attics and crawl spaces Follow the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Air for Combustion...

Page 9: ...where you bought fireplace for proper type fireplace WARNING This appliance is equipped for either natural gas or propane LP gas but not both Gas type is indicated on the rat ingplate Fieldconversioni...

Page 10: ...Depth Ref Mantel from Top of Opening 1 12 A 24 2 9 B 21 3 6 C 18 4 4 D 16 5 2 E 14 A B C D E 1 2 3 4 5 Wall Supplied firebox hood must be used at all times Note All vertical measurements are from top...

Page 11: ...126861 01A 11 INSTALLATION Continued 11 13 16 16 1 2 17 1 2 5 8 29 13 16 1 13 16 8 1 4 8 1 4 1 55 1 16 52 47 44 1 16 29 25 32 7 1 32 16 9 32 1 Figure 8 VRL4543 Series Dimensions Gas Line Access Gas L...

Page 12: ...plate and make all necessary connec tions 3 Slide all wiring connections in electrical housing as shown in Figure 9 4 Secure electrical cover plate with screws previously removed Note Electrical housi...

Page 13: ...r local codes Use pipe of 1 2 diameter or greater to allow proper gas volume to fireplace If pipe is too small undue loss of volume will occur Installation must include an equipment shutoff valve unio...

Page 14: ...eleakdetec tion fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once CAUTION Make sure exter nal regulator has been installed betweenpropane LPsupplyand fireplace See guidelines u...

Page 15: ...for propane LP gas or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas or using compressed air 3 Check all joints from gas meter to equip ment shutoff valve for natural gas or propa...

Page 16: ...el as a guide screw the rear panel to the fireplace as shown in Figure 16 INSTALLING HOOD 1 Loosen screws at top of face opening and slide hood through screws as shown in Figure 17 2 Tighten screws se...

Page 17: ...ner Removing Rear Interior Wall 1 Through firebox opening in the front of the fireplace unscrew 4 corner brackets from the firebox top See Figure 21 2 Remove 2 side walls and then the rear wall Discar...

Page 18: ...the control window as long as the batteries have power Figure 24 Access Door for See Thru Applications Access Door Flange on Face Bottom Side Filler Retaining Bracket INSTALLATION Continued Installing...

Page 19: ...te control to work programming synchronizing re mote to receiver must be completed Figure 28 Remote Receiver Face Bottom not shown for Clarity Backup Battery Remote Receiver GLASS PEBBLE INSTALLATION...

Page 20: ...o Appliance on page 21 and call your service technician or gas supplier OPERATION LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE Duringinitialoperation of new heater paint will give off a paper burning smell Orange fla...

Page 21: ...enter brick control cover 4 Turn equipment shutoff valve clockwise to OFF Do not force 5 Replace access cover MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE 1 Set the switch on the remote receiver to the ON position 2 Tur...

Page 22: ...mostat adjusts flame height in accordance to differences between set temperature and room temperature As room temperature gets closer to set temperature the smart function will modulate the flame lowe...

Page 23: ...vels To activate this function use the mode key see Figure 34 page 22 to index to the icon Figure 39 Use the up down arrow keys Figure 34 page 22 to turn ON OFF or adjust the light level Figure 40 a s...

Page 24: ...ts we recommend using compressed air no greater than 30 PSI Your local computer store hardware store or home center may carry compressed air in a can If using compressed air in a can please follow the...

Page 25: ...n causing brief patches of orange flame Burner flames will be steady not lifting or floating a bright yellow burner flame that will be blue next to the burner Flame patterns will be different from uni...

Page 26: ...9V Lights 3 Prong Plug Yellow Green Orange Blue White Pilot Switch Blue White White Remote Receiver White Green Green Red Black Red Black Red Black Pink Blue Not Used Grey Black Red Orange Yellow Brow...

Page 27: ...valve 2 Contact local propane LP gas company 3 Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 24 or replace ODS pilot assembly 4 Replace gas regulator 1 Contact local natural or propane LP gas com...

Page 28: ...ding while heating or contracting while cooling 1 Burner orifice is clogged or damaged 2 Damaged burner REMEDY 1 Check burner for dirt and debris If found clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance pag...

Page 29: ...s leak See Warning statement above 1 Not enough fresh air is available 2 Low line pressure 3 ODS pilot is partially clogged 1 Gas leak See Warning statement above 2 Control valve or gas con trol defec...

Page 30: ...oduct If they can t supply original replacement part s call INNOVATIVE HEARTH PROD UCTS at 1 800 655 2008 When calling have ready your name your address model and serial numbers of your heater how hea...

Page 31: ...s call INNOVATIVE HEARTH PRODUCTS at 1 800 655 2008 for information You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual SMOOTH GLASS PEBBLES 6 LBS GP43SO Speckled Orange GP43A Amb...

Page 32: ...www SuperiorFireplaces US com 126861 01A 32 PARTS MODELS VRL4543ZMN VRL4543ZMP 9 9 6 16 20 4 4 4 1 4 18 13 19 12 14 5 2 3 15 11 17 8 7 10...

Page 33: ...rifice 49 1 6 14296 Brass Elbow 1 7 116573 01 Flat Washer 7 8 11214 Bulkhead Fitting 1 9 14399 Brass Elbow 2 10 111817 01 Flextube 1 11 125932 01 Burner Gasket 2 12 126050 01 Electronic Access Cover 1...

Page 34: ...www SuperiorFireplaces US com 126861 01A 34 PARTS MODELS VRL4543ZMN VRL4543ZMP 1 4 6 2 8 9 7 5 3 5 11 12 13 14 10 7 8...

Page 35: ...037 01 Electric Duct Assembly 1 7 125766 01 Side Face Filler 2 8 125767 01 Access Cover Retaining Bracket 2 9 125768 02 Access Door 1 10 125975 01 Fireplace Hood 2 11 125763 01 Corner Bracket 4 12 125...

Page 36: ...al 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 dam...

Page 37: ...www SuperiorFireplaces US com 126861 01A 37 WARRANTY KEEP THIS WARRANTY...

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