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Safety .................................................................. 2
Local Codes......................................................... 4

Product Identification

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Product Features ................................................. 5
Unpacking............................................................ 5
Assembly ............................................................. 5
Air for Combustion and Ventilation ...................... 6
Installation ........................................................... 9
Operation ........................................................... 19
Inspecting Burner .............................................. 22

Cleaning and Maintenance ................................ 23
Troubleshooting ................................................. 24

Specifications

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Service Hints ..................................................... 28
Technical Service............................................... 28
Replacement Parts ............................................ 28
Accessories ....................................................... 29
Parts .................................................................. 30
Warranty ..............................................Back Cover

 

WARNING: Improper instal

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lation,  adjustment,  alteration, 

service,  or  maintenance  can 

cause injury or property damage. 

Refer to this manual for correct 

installation  and  operational 

procedures.  For  assistance  or 

additional  information  consult 

a  qualified  installer,  service 

agency, or the gas supplier.

  WARNING:  This  is  an 

unvented  gas-fired  heater.  It 

uses air (oxygen) from the room 

in  which  it  is  installed.  Provi

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sions for adequate combustion 

and ventilation air must be pro

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vided. Refer to 

Air for Combus-

tion and Ventilation

 section on 

page 6 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 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

 WARNING: This product con

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tains and/or generates chemicals 

known to the state of California 

to cause cancer or birth defects, 

or other reproductive harm.

IMPORTANT:  Read  this  owner’s 

manual carefully and completely 

before trying to assemble, operate, 

or service this fireplace. Improper 

use of this fireplace can cause seri

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ous injury or death from burns, fire, 

explosion,  electrical  shock,  and 

carbon monoxide poisoning.

 DANGER: Carbon monoxide 

poisoning may lead to death!

Carbon  Monoxide  Poisoning: 

Early  signs 

of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the 

flu, with headaches, dizziness, or nausea. If 
you have these signs, the fireplace may not 
be  working  properly.  Get  fresh  air  at  once! 
Have  fireplace  serviced.  Some  people  are 

more affected by carbon monoxide than oth-

ers. These include pregnant women, people 
with heart or lung disease or anemia, those 
under the influence of alcohol, and those at 

high altitudes.

Natural and Propane/LP Gas: 

Natural and 

propane/LP gases are odorless. An odor-mak-
ing agent is added to these gases. The odor 

helps  you  detect  a  gas  leak.  However,  the 
odor added to the gas can fade. Gas may be 

present even though no odor exists.
Make  certain  you  read  and  understand  all 

warnings. Keep this manual for reference. It 

is your guide to safe and proper operation of 

this fireplace.

Summary of Contents for VMH26TNC

Page 1: ...switch do not use any phone in your building Immediatelycallyourgassupplierfromaneighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department...

Page 2: ...ot convertible for use with other gases Aftermarket Completion of sale not for purpose of resale from the manufacturer WARNING Thisproductcon tainsand orgenerateschemicals known to the state of Califo...

Page 3: ...of gas indicated on rating plate This appli ance is not convertible for use with other gases 2 Do not place propane LP supply tank s inside any structure Locate propane LP supply tank s outdoors propa...

Page 4: ...ld cause pilot outage 16 Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken Do not operate fireplace if a log is chipped dime sized or larger 17 To prevent performance problems do not use propane LP fuel t...

Page 5: ...ware packet 4 Check fireplace for any shipping damage If heater is damaged call FMI PRODUCTS LLC at 1 866 328 4537 for replacement parts before returning to dealer WARNING Always have branch support a...

Page 6: ...ut and the warm air in During heating months home owners want their homes as airtight as possible While it is good to make your home energy efficient your home needs to breathe Fresh air must enter yo...

Page 7: ...ft ceiling height 2560 cu ft volume of space If additional ventilation to adjoining room is supplied with grills or openings add the volume of these rooms to the total volume of the space 30 000 26 0...

Page 8: ...R COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued Ventilation Air From Outdoors Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts You must provide two perma nent openings one within 12 of the ceiling...

Page 9: ...codes sealant resistant to propane LP gas equipment shutoff valve test gauge connection ground joint union sediment trap tee joint pipe wrench A shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap is an ac ceptable alter...

Page 10: ...and depth of the fireplace CAUTION If you install the fireplace in a home garage fireplace pilot and burner must be at least 18 above floor locatefireplacewheremoving vehicle will not hit it For conv...

Page 11: ...make all electrical connections 3 Install gas piping to fireplace location This installation includes an approved flexible gas line if allowed by local codes after the equipment shutoff valve The flex...

Page 12: ...r is installed install a properly grounded 120 volt three prong electrical outlet at fireplace location if an outlet is not there If possible locate outlet so cabinet mantel will cover it when install...

Page 13: ...r Bracket Mounting Holes Figure 13 Installing Fireplace into Mantel Assembly 4 Slide one end of adjusting plate shim in slot on mitered edge of top trim see Figure 14 5 Slide other end of adjusting pl...

Page 14: ...casing see Figure 17 Plug fan kit into 120 Volt grounded power supply and test operation Installing Blower Assembly CAUTION Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicingcontrols Wiringerrors c...

Page 15: ...ound in hardware kit into the hole left by supply cord strain relief 4 A licensed electrician must follow the wir ing diagram to connect incoming electri cal supply to fan kit wiring harness see Figur...

Page 16: ...ocal codes Use pipe of 1 2 or greater diameter to allow proper gas volume to fireplace If pipe is too small undue loss of volume will occur Propane LP Supply Tank External Regulator Figure 21 External...

Page 17: ...e Branch Support Screen Screen Shipping Screw Shoulder Screw Flexible Gas Line CONNECTING Equipment shutoff valve to heater control Installation Items Needed Phillips screwdriver sealant resistant to...

Page 18: ...re Testing Gas Supply Piping System Test Pressures In Excess Of 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Disconnect appliance with its appliance main gas valve control valve and equip ment shutoff valve from gas supply pip...

Page 19: ...fol low these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage per sonal injury or loss of life A This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand When lighting the...

Page 20: ...ireplace screen in place Make sure fire place screen is installed before running fireplace NOTICE Duringinitialoperation of new fireplace burning logs will give off a paper burning smell Orange flame...

Page 21: ...uction installation location room size open air temperatures etc Frequent use of your fireplace will let you determine your own comfort levels MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE 1 Follow steps 1 through 5 unde...

Page 22: ...n in Figure 34 turn fireplace off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 21 see Troubleshooting page 24 Figure 33 Correct Burner Flame Pattern Figure 34 Incorrect Burner Flame Pattern Inspecting Burner...

Page 23: ...lean Inspect these areas of fireplace before each use Have fireplace inspected yearly by a qualified service person Fireplace may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting beddi...

Page 24: ...osition 4 Air in gas lines when in stalled 5 Depleted gas supply pro pane LP only 6 ODS pilot is clogged 7 Gas regulator setting is not correct REMEDY 1 Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or t...

Page 25: ...lock system to reset Repeat ignition operation 4 Fully open equipment shut off valve 5 Hand tighten until snug then tighten 1 4 turn more 6 A Contact local propane LP or natural gas company B Clean OD...

Page 26: ...let warm up for a minute 2 Operate burner until air is removed from line Have gas line checked by local propane LP gas company 3 Observe minimum installa tion clearances see pages 9 through 12 4 Clean...

Page 27: ...ly clogged 1 Gas leak See Warning statement above 2 Control valve defective 1 Foreign matter between control valve and burner 2 Gas leak See Warning statement above 1 Not enough combustion ventilation...

Page 28: ...der Warranty Contact authorized dealers of this product If they can t supply original replacement part s call FMI PRODUCTS LLC at 1 866 328 4537 When calling have ready your name your address model an...

Page 29: ...shed Traditional Design W26GO Oak Finished Georgian Design For all models Mantel features clean classic lines Available in a stained oak or unfinished hardwood ready to stain or paint Complete assembl...

Page 30: ...cts com 113111 01K 30 Parts Models vmh26tpC Shown and vmh26tnC 23 29 40 32 36 38 13 7 8 33 40 11 10 4 7 30 1 3 2 9 17 19 6 22 31 21 41 42 16 15 18 24 28 34 25 27 20 4 35 12 24 12 1 14 25 14 40 3 37 26...

Page 31: ...rew 2 19 Outer Shell Base 1 20 102649 02 Branch Support 1 21 099415 09 Gas Regulator 1 099415 10 Gas Regulator 1 22 102875 01 Regulator Bracket 1 23 101381 01 Valve Cover and Piezo 1 24 099387 11 Pilo...

Page 32: ...s product and or FMI PRODUCTS LLC who will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty Travel handling transportation diagnostic ma...

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