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

P/N 900223-00, Rev. B  10/2016

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 fi replace, Stove or Insert ("Product") to be free from defects in materials 

and workmanship at the time of manufacture. The product body, fi rebox 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 fi ve 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 fi rst 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, fi rebox 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, fi re, fl ood 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 fi re 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 ineffi ciency resulting from faulty installation or application of the Product.

IHP is not responsible for inadequate fi replace 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 confi gurations, 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 specifi ed 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 fi tness for a 
particular use or purpose, and there is no implied condition of fi tness 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 modifi cation 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 benefi ts 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 fi rst 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 notifi ed 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 VRT4032WH

Page 1: ...damage 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 Leave the building immediately Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot r...

Page 2: ...service this fireplace Improper use of this fireplace cancauseseriousinjuryordeath from burns fire explosion electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning This firebox has been tested under Z21 91b 2007 for use with approvedANSIZ21 11 2decora tive type unvented room heater WARNING Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous DANGER Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death WARNING...

Page 3: ...furniture polish wax carpet cleaner or similar products turn heater off If heated the vapors from these prod ucts may create a white powder residue within burner box or on adjacent walls and furniture 11 Provide adequate clearances around air openings Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the appliance Never place any objects in the firebox or on logs Keepthefireplaceareacle...

Page 4: ...These models CANNOT be installed in a bedroom unless maximum Btu rating of installed vent free log set is less than 10 000 Btu hr 4 Proper air for combustion and ventilation Page 7 LOCAL CODES Install and use firebox 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 National Fuel Gas Code Natural Gas and Propane ...

Page 5: ...1 2 34 1 2 36 3 8 Standoffs 221 2 321 4 361 2 41 4 In ng ges 5 8 Figure 1 Firebox Dimensions 32 Models Right Side View Front View 32 MODELS Outside Air Kit Location Optional Left Side View with Air Kit Back View Top View 9 93 4 19 3 8 16 5 8 15 8 35 8 81 8 2 7 8 85 8 Built Side Nailin Flang Square Gas Line Access Holes ...

Page 6: ...langes PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Continued Figure 2 Firebox Dimensions 36 and 42 Models 36 AND 42 MODELS NOTE If only one dimension is shown dimension is the same for both 36 and 42 models Firebox Top View 13 3 4 36 Models 12 3 8 42 Models 7 1 4 36 Models 9 42 Models 2 5 8 101 2 36 Models 121 2 42 Models Outside Air Kit Location Optional Left Side View with Air Kit 13 3 4 36 Models 15 5 8 42 Models 2...

Page 7: ...llow The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 to use this method to determine if the space is confined or unconfined Adjoining rooms are communicating only if there are doorless passageways or ventilation grills between them Today s homes are built more energy efficient than ever New materials increased insulation and new construction methods help reduce heat loss in homes Homeowners apply w...

Page 8: ...rect 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 _________ Btu Hr 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 actual amount of Btu Hr used Example 63 360 Btu...

Page 9: ... and Ventilation for required size of ventilation grills or ducts IMPORTANT Do not provide openings for inlet or outlet air into attic if attic has a thermostat controlled power vent Heated air entering the attic will activate the power vent INSTALLATION Or Remove Door into Adjoining Room Option 3 Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Room Option 2 Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Room Option 1 12 12...

Page 10: ...top of firebox open ing shown in Figure 6 Page 11 These are minimum allowable mantel clearances for a safe installation Use larger clearances wher ever possible to minimize heating of objects and materials placed on mantel WARNING Maintain the minimum clearances If you can provide greater clearances from floor ceiling and adjoining wall Carefully follow these instructions This will ensure safe ins...

Page 11: ...cessory You must install shoulder screws from trim kit now Figure 6 Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built In Installation Supplied Firebox Hood Must Be Used at All Times Wire mesh Screen Firebox Noncombustible Material May Project Off this Surface above the Firebox Hood Mantel Shelf Note Any portion of the mantel shelf must NOT extend beyond this profile 12 16 20 11 2 63 4 12 Note All vertical measu...

Page 12: ...STALLATION Continued Figure 8 Attaching Firebox to Wall Studs Nailing Flanges Nails or Wood Screws Indoor Firebox WARNING Do not allow any combustiblematerialstooverlap firebox front facing WARNING Do not allow noncombustible materials to cover any necessary openings like louvered slots WARNING Use only non combustible mortar or adhe siveswhenoverlappingthefront facing with noncombustible facing m...

Page 13: ...iceper son must connect heater to gas supply Follow all local codes CAUTION Donotuseexces sive force to remove the knock out Toomuchforcemaydamage the firebrick concrete insert WARNING Do not alter cut or modify fireplace spacers INSTALLING GAS LINE IMPORTANT See Connecting to Gas Supply in your log set owner s manual for details on gas hookup You may run gas line from either side or back of fireb...

Page 14: ...rod into front hole on right side of firebox and fasten using remaining Phillips screw Hood Remove Replace Side Screws Loosen Top Screws Figure 12 Hood Placement Model May Vary From Illustration Hood OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT MODEL AK4 AK4F Installation of outside air kit should be per formed during rough framing of fireplace due to the nature of it s location Outside combus tion air is accessed th...

Page 15: ...com REPLACEMENT PARTS See Pages 17 19 for a complete replacement parts list Use only parts supplied from the manufacturer Normally all parts should be ordered through your IHP distributor or dealer 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 appliance 2 The serial number of the appliance 3 Th...

Page 16: ...039 Model PT32 32 Black Cat No F1040 Model PT32B 32 Brushed Brass Cat No F1041 Model PT32P 32 Platinum Cat No F1042 Model PT36 36 Black Cat No F1043 Model PT36B 36 Brushed Brass Cat No F1044 Model PT36P 36 Platinum Cat No F1045 Model PT42 42 Black Cat No F1046 Model PT42B 42 Brushed Brass Cat No F1047 Model PT42P 42 Platinum VENT FREE GAS LOGS Please visit SuperiorFireplaces us com for specific mo...

Page 17: ...e 32 1 3 Rear Refractory Stacked White 32 1 Rear Refractory Herringbone White 32 1 4 Right Refractory Stacked White 32 1 Right Refractory Herringbone White 32 1 5 Bottom Refractory White 32 1 2 Left Refractory Stacked White 36 1 Left Refractory Herringbone White 36 1 3 Rear Refractory Stacked White 36 1 Rear Refractory Herringbone White 36 1 4 Right Refractory Stacked White 36 1 Right Refractory H...

Page 18: ...20 19 20 20a 1 2 3 5 4 6 7 22 8 9 10 11 12 19 21 19 18 16 15 13 14 Cat No Model Interior F0286 VRT4032WS White Stack F0287 VRT4032WH White Herringbone F0288 VRT4036WS White Stack F0289 VRT4036WH White Herringbone F0290 VRT4042WS White Stack F0291 VRT4042WH White Herringbone ...

Page 19: ...J7441 Stainless Hood 42 1 5 Face Weldment 1 6 Firebox Bottom 1 7 Firebox Surround 1 8 J5185 Refractory Retainer 2 9 J5186 Rear Refractory Retainer 1 10 RP108413 01 Firebox Top Shield 1 11 Firebox Top 1 12 Starter Pipe Collar 1 13 Insulation Pan 1 14 Fireplace Top Insulation 1 15 Fireplace Top 1 16 J6918 Top Spacer 4 17 Fireplace Surround 1 18 J4223 Gas Conduit Left and Right Assembly 2 19 J6934 Ga...

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Page 23: ... 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 ...

Page 24: ...tributor for fireplace code information Printed in U S A 2014 Innovative Hearth Products P N 126709 01 Rev C 06 2017 1508 Elm Hill Pike Suite 108 Nashville TN 37210 SuperiorFireplaces us com Record the following important information about your appliance Appliance model number Appliance serial number Date appliance was Installed Type of gas appliance uses Dealer name 24 P126709 01 ...

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