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The installation must conform with local codes or, in 

the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas 

Code, ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition) and to the National 

electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA70 (latest edition).
NOTE: Installation and repair should be done by a quali-

fied service person. The appliance should be inspected 

before use and at least annually by a qualified service 

person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to 

excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. It 

is imperative that control compartment, burners and 

circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept 

clean.

Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an 

appliance must be replaced prior to operating the ap-

pliance. Provide adequate combustion and ventilation 

air.
The flow of combustion and ventilation air MUST NOT 

be obstructed.
Provide adequate clearance around air openings into 

the  combustion  chamber  and  adequate  accessibility 

clearance for servicing and proper operation. NEVER 

obstruct the front opening of the appliance.

This  Empire  Comfort  Systems,  Inc.  firebox  and  its 

components have been tested and will operate safely when 

installed in accordance with this installation manual. 

Read all instructions before starting installation, then 

follow these instructions carefully during installation 

to maximize firebox benefit and safety. Report to your 

dealer any parts damaged in shipment.
The Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. warranty will be 

voided by, and Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. disclaims 

any responsibility for the following actions:

-  Installation of any damaged firebox.

-  Modification of the firebox or any of the components 

parts thereof.

-  Installation  other  than  as  instructed  by  Empire 

Comfort Systems, Inc.

-  Installation and/or use of any component part or 

accessory not approved by Empire Comfort Systems, 

Inc.  in  combination  or  assembly  with  a  Empire 

Comfort Systems, Inc. firebox, not withstanding any 

independent testing laboratory or other third party 

approval of such component part or accessory.

Any such action may create a possible fire hazard.

Consult your local building codes.
Firebox Screen.

The firebox screen must be in place when the firebox is 

operating.

Instructions to Installer

1.  Installer  must  leave  instruction  manual  with  owner  after 

installation.

2.  Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card 

supplied with firebox.

3.  Installer should show owner how to start and operate log set 

that is installed into firebox.

Important

All  correspondence  should  refer  to  complete  Model  Number, 

Serial Number.
Notice: During initial firing of this firebox with a log set installed, its 

paint will bake out, and smoke will occur. To prevent triggering of 

smoke alarms, ventilate the room in which the unit is installed.

Qualified Installing Agency

Installation  and  replacement  of  gas  piping,  gas  utilization 

equipment or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment 

shall be performed only by a qualified agency. The term "qualified 

agency"  means  any  individual,  firm,  corporation  or  company 

which either in person or through a representative is engaged in 

and is responsible for (a) the installation or replacement of gas 

piping or (b) the connection, installation, repair or servicing of 

equipment, who is experienced in such work, familiar with all 

precautions required and has complied with all the requirements 

of the authority having jurisdiction.

State  of  Massachusetts:  The  installation  must  be  made  by 

a  licensed  plumber  or  gas  fitter  in  the  Commonwealth  of 

Massachusetts.  The  state  of  Massachusetts  requires  that  a 

flexible  appliance  connector  cannot  exceed  three  feet  in 

length.
Sellers of unvented propane or natural gas-fired supplemental 

room heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy of 527 

CMR 30 upon sale of the unit.
In the State of Massachusetts, unvented propane and natural 

gas-fired space heaters shall be prohibited in bedrooms and 

bathrooms.

The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence 

of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/

NFPA 54.*

*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc., 11 West 

42nd St., New York, N.Y. 10036.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION

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Summary of Contents for Breckenridge Deluxe VFD32FB0F-1

Page 1: ...or additional in formation consult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier Carefully review the instructions supplied with the decora tive type unvented room heater for the minimum fireplace size requirement DO NOT INSTALL A VENT FREE LOG SET IN THIS FIREBOX UNLESS THIS FIREBOX MEETS THE MINIMUM DIMENSIONS REQUIRED FOR THE INSTALLATION GAS FIRED ANSI Z21 91 Ventless Fireplace Enclos...

Page 2: ...7 8 Gas Line Connection 8 Optional Fresh Air Kit Installation Instructions 9 11 Optional Single Speed Blower Installations Instructions 12 14 Junction Box Wiring Installation Instructions 15 Maintenance 15 Parts List 16 17 How to Order Repair Parts 17 Parts View 18 Accessories 19 20 TABLE OF CONTENTS All manuals and user guides at all guides com ...

Page 3: ...rt or accessory Any such action may create a possible fire hazard Consult your local building codes Firebox Screen The firebox screen must be in place when the firebox is operating Instructions to Installer 1 Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after installation 2 Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card supplied with firebox 3 Installer should show owner how to start a...

Page 4: ...ve at least 36 clearance from the front of the firebox Any vent free Gas Log Heater must be For use with approved ANSI Z21 11 2 unvented room heater Follow and complete the installation instructions of the gas log set and the requirements of this firebox Check all fittings for leaks before lighting the gas log set In planning the installation for the firebox it is necessary to determine where the unit...

Page 5: ...aces 1 A flat hard combustible or non combustible surface 2 A raised platform of combustible or non combustible material 3 Recessed into the floor as illustrated by Figure 4 flush face and Figure 5 louvered models 4 Supported under all 4 corners of the firebox so that contact is made on all four perimeter edges on the bottom of the unit Example Four 4 concrete masonry blocks If the firebox is installe...

Page 6: ...34 1 2 39 1 2 43 1 2 C 17 7 16 19 13 16 19 13 16 17 7 16 19 13 16 19 13 16 D 29 33 37 29 33 37 E 33 35 35 33 35 35 F 31 36 40 31 36 40 G 22 3 8 24 3 8 24 3 8 22 3 8 24 3 8 24 3 8 H 1 1 4 1 1 4 1 1 4 6 1 8 6 1 8 6 1 8 I 31 1 2 33 1 2 33 1 2 28 9 16 30 9 16 30 9 16 J 8 3 8 8 3 8 8 3 8 8 3 8 8 3 8 8 3 8 K 5 3 4 5 3 4 5 3 4 5 3 4 5 3 4 5 3 4 L 31 13 16 36 3 16 38 3 16 31 13 16 36 3 16 38 3 16 M 63 3 8...

Page 7: ...be purchased as an option Attachment is the same as the standard black hood Flush Face Models 1 On flush face models loosen the two screws A holding firebox top to face panel then slide the hood flange between the firebox top and face panel and re tighten the screws 2 Install one 1 screw at each end of the hood as shown C Louvered Models 1 If you have a louvered model remove upper louver 2 Place the t...

Page 8: ...listed on the plate is not your type of gas supply DO NOT INSTALL Contact your dealer for proper model Always use an external regulator for all LP fireboxes to reduce the supply tank pressure to a maximum of 14 w c This is in addition to the regulator fitted to the log set WARNING CONNECTION DIRECTLY TO AN UNREGULATED L P TANK CAN CAUSE EXPLOSION Install only a ANSI Z21 11 2 vent free log set into t...

Page 9: ...he fireplace or firebox as desired It must be installed prior to or at the time of fireplace or firebox installation to framing The FreshAir kit must be installed prior to the installation of wall board or other finishing materials around the unit Tools needed Gloves Metal snips Vise Grip Nut Driver Standard Screwdriver Caution Sharp edges Air Door Installation for Vent Free Firebox Models VFD 32 36 42...

Page 10: ...AIR ROD OUTSIDE AIR ROD BRACKET Figure 20 OUTSIDE AIR ROD BRACKET OPEN FRESH AIR ROD CONTROL LEVER LEFT SIDE VIEW OF FIREBOX OPENING TOP CUTAWAY VIEW DAMPER ASSEMBLY OUTER CASING FRESH AIR ROD OUTSIDE AIR ROD BRACKET when rotated upward and can be locked open by pulling for ward into the notch at the top of the control lever bracket 10 To close simply disengage by letting the lever rotate down war...

Page 11: ... of the duct through the exterior wall cut out 4 From the outside of the building connect the duct to the collar on the outside air vent assembly with band clamp or screws to secure 5 Mate the outside rain cap hood over the air vent seal with caulk as necessary then secure with screws provided to the exterior wall surface See Figure 22 and 23 6 Figure 24 illustrates the various options for install...

Page 12: ...assembly It is recommended that installation of the wiring be performed by a qualified electrician See Figure 25 1 If installed turn OFF gas supply to firebox gas log 2 If applicable turn OFF electric supply to firebox CAUTION ALL WIRING SHOULD BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN AND SHALL BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL LOCAL CITY AND STATE BUILDING CODES BEFORE MAKING THE ELECTRI CAL CONNECTION MAKE SURE ...

Page 13: ... to the open terminal on the blower power cord See Figure 32 Connection B 10 Route the wires away from moving parts of the blower as sembly and retain wires together near the blower motor using the plastic purse clip provided 11 To complete the installation plug the power cord into the junction box receptacle at the right rear corner of the firebox outer wrap See Figure 30 12 If room permits the po...

Page 14: ...emove fan and clean blower wheels Warning Unplugging of blower accessory will not stop the heater from cycling To turn off gas to the heater millivolt model push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to OFF Do not force To turn off gas on direct ignition model turn gas line valve to OFF 1 FBB5 BLOWER ASSEMBLY COMPLETE 2 R8199 FAN CONTROL SWITCH 1 2 A B 110 VOLT AC JUNCTION BOX WHITE FAN ...

Page 15: ...ed cable clamp not supplied in the knockout hole Leave approximately 6 of wire in the junction box for connection Attach black wire to one side of the receptacle and white wire to opposite side of receptacle The ground wire should be attached to the green neutral screw Install the receptacle into the junction box Attach cover plate Keep the control compartment logs and burner area surrounding the ...

Page 16: ...27 R8727 R8727 HOLE PLUG 17 19990 19990 19990 19990 19990 19990 BLOWER COVER PLATE ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION VFD36FB0L VFD36FB2DL VFD36FB2CL VFD36FB0F VFD36FB2DF VFD36FB2CF 1 17247 17247 17247 17247 17247 17247 TOP STANDOFF 2 18807 18807 18807 N A N A N A UPPER LOUVER 3 10554 10554 10554 10554 10554 10554 FRAMING BRACKET 4 18808 18808 18808 N A N A N A LOWER LOUVER 5 17162 17162 17162 17162 171...

Page 17: ...ntrol HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION VFD42FB0L VFD42FB2DL VFD42FB2CL VFD42FB0F VFD42FB2DF VFD42FB2CF 1 17247 17247 17247 17247 17247 17247 TOP STANDOFF 2 17187 17187 17187 N A N A N A UPPER LOUVER 3 10554 10554 10554 10554 10554 10554 FRAMING BRACKET 4 17188 17188 17188 N A N A N A LOWER LOUVER 5 17162 17162 17162 17162 17162 17162 JUNCTION BOX ASSEMBLY 6 R3492 R3492 R3492 ...

Page 18: ...23200 0 1206 Page 18 PARTS VIEW 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 1 16 17 17 All manuals and user guides at all guides com ...

Page 19: ...SA Fresh Air Kit 1 2 8 4 7 6 5 3 Deluxe and Premium Fireboxes BVA 1 Frame Kits Standard 3 Piece Frame Kits Brass Stainless Steel or Hammered Pewter Extruded Aluminum Frame Kits Brass Stainless Steel or Hammered Pewter Contact dealer for all available optional frame kits Standard Hood Brass hood BR Stainless Steel SS Hammered Pewter HP Contact dealer for all available optional hood accessories ACCE...

Page 20: ... as optional kits in Brass Hammered Pewter and Stainless Steel finishes Contact dealer for all available optional trim accessories Decorative Door Kits Available as optional kits in Brass Hammered Pewter and Stainless Steel finishes Contact dealer for all available optional frame kit accessories Decorative Frame Kits Available as optional kits in Brass Hammered Pewter and Stainless Steel finishes Con...

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