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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 VRT43PFWS

Page 1: ...ed exactly a fire or explosion may 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 othe...

Page 2: ...erns Ceiling fans can create drafts that alter burner flame patterns Altered burner patterns can cause sooting SAFETY This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located manufactured...

Page 3: ...could cause pilot outage 12 Do not use the firebox if it has been un der water due to the shock hazard that could result with the blower accessary if installed in place 13 Provide adequate clearances...

Page 4: ...r where you bought firebox 3 Check appliance for any shipping damage If appliance is damaged call INNOVATIVE HEARTH PRODUCTS at 1 800 655 2008 for replacement parts before returning to dealer NOTICE T...

Page 5: ...firebox will be located Allow for wall and ceiling clearances see Installa tion Clearances page 9 2 Everything needed to complete installation 3 This model CANNOT be installed in a bedroom or bathroo...

Page 6: ...ws may provide enough fresh air for combustion and ventilation However in buildings of un usually tight construction you must provide additional fresh air Unusually tight construction is defined as co...

Page 7: ...s and vents to the outdoors Example Gas water appliance ___________ Btu Hr Gas firebox logs __________ Btu Hr Total __________ Btu Hr AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued 40 000 39 000 79 000...

Page 8: ...ithin 12 of the ceiling and one within 12 of the floor Connect these items directly to the outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors These spaces include at tics and crawl spaces Follow the National Fue...

Page 9: ...u can provide greater clearances from floor ceiling and adjoining wall Carefully follow the instructions below This will ensure safe installation Minimum Wall and Ceiling Clearances A Clearances from...

Page 10: ...lt in installation of this firebox involves installing firebox into a framed in enclosure This makes the front of firebox flush with wall If installing a mantel above the firebox you must follow the c...

Page 11: ...the louvered slots on the front of the firebox WARNING Use only non combustible mortar or adhe siveswhenoverlappingthefront facing with noncombustible facing material WARNING Do not fill the spaces ar...

Page 12: ...54 may be run from the regulator to the incoming 1 2 NPT black iron gas line You may also route the incoming 1 2 NPT black iron gas line directly to the appliance regulator Remove the gas line cover...

Page 13: ...pressures in excess of 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing manual shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system a...

Page 14: ...irculating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean WARNING Children and adults should be alerted to the hazardsofhighsurfacetempera tures and to stay away to avoid burnsorclothingignition Young...

Page 15: ...functioning purchase date Usually we will ask you to return the part to the factory TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about installa tion operation or troubleshooting If so contact INNO...

Page 16: ...ces US com 126706 01A 16 PARTS MODEL VRT43PFWS These items are used on both sides of fireplace 8 15 17 17 17 7 1 7 2 7 3 2 17 11 17 17 12 6 16 13 10 5 17 17 15 16 4 16 16 6 16 15 17 17 18 Typ Typ Typ...

Page 17: ...p Spacer 4 5 26731 Deflector Hood 2 6 26740 Nailing Flange 12 7 1 02013 Side Refractory Brick Liner 1 7 2 02014 Bottom Refractory Brick Liner 1 7 3 02036 Bottom Refractory Brick Liner 1 8 24007 Side R...

Page 18: ...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 19: ...EP THIS WARRANTY Model located on product or identification tag ______________________________ Serial No located on product or identification tag ___________________________ Date Purchased ___________...

Page 20: ...126706 01 Rev A 02 14 1508 Elm Hill Pike Suite 108 Nashville TN 37210 1 800 655 2008 www IHP US com P126706 01...

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