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WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result 

causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

A.  This  appliance  has  a  pilot  which  must  be  lighted  by 

hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions 

exactly.

B.  BEFORE LIGHTING, smell all around the appliance area 

for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some 

gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.

  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

 

•  Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's 

phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.

 

•  If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire 

department.

C.  Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob. 

Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or turn by 

hand, don't try to repair it, call a qualified service tech-

nician. Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or 

explosion.

D.  Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. 

Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect 

the appliance and to replace any part of the control system 

and any gas control which has been under water.

1.  Set REMOTE/OFF/ON switch to OFF.
2.  Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be 

performed (if applicable).

3.  Open bottom louver assembly (if applicable).

4.  Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise 

 

to "OFF". Do not force.

5.  Close bottom louver assembly (if applicable).

1.  STOP! Read the safety information above on this label.
2.  Set REMOTE/OFF/ON switch to "OFF".
3.  Turn off all electric power to the 

appliance (if applicable).

4.  Open bottom louver assembly (if 

applicable).

5.  Push in gas control knob slightly 

and  turn  clockwise 

  to 

"OFF".   

 

 

 

NOTE: Knob cannot be turned from "PILOT" 

to "OFF" unless knob is pushed in slightly. 

Do not force.

6.  Wait  ten  (10)  minutes  to  clear 

out any gas. Then smell for gas, 

including  near  the  floor.  If  you 

smell gas, STOP! Follow "B" in 

the  safety  information  above.  If 

you do not smell gas, go to the next 

step.

7.  Find pilot - Follow metal tube from 

gas control. The pilot is located next to the burner, near the 

right side.

8.  Turn  gas  control  knob  counterclockwise 

  

to "PILOT".

9.  Push in control knob all the way and hold in. Repeatedly push 

the Piezo Ignitor Button until the pilot is lit. Continue to hold 

the control knob in for about one (1) minute after the pilot is 

lit. Release knob, and it will pop back up. Pilot should remain 

lit. If it goes out, repeat steps 5 through 9.

 

•  If knob does not pop up when released, STOP and IM-

MEDIATELY call a qualified service technician or gas 

supplier.

 

•  If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn the gas 

control knob to "OFF" and call your service technician 

or gas supplier.

10.  Turn gas control knob counterclockwise 

 to "ON".

11.  Close bottom louver assembly (if applicable).
12.  Turn on all electric power to the appliance (if applicable).
13.  Set REMOTE/OFF/ON switch to desired setting.

GAS CONTROL KNOB

SHOWN IN "OFF" POSITION.

THERMOCOUPLE

(NATURAL)

ELECTRODE

PILOT

THERMOPILE

REMOTE

OFF

ON

THERMOCOUPLE

(LPG)

GAS CONTROL KNOB

SHOWN IN "OFF" POSITION.

THERMOCOUPLE

(NATURAL)

ELECTRODE

PILOT

THERMOPILE

REMOTE

OFF

ON

THERMOCOUPLE

(LPG)

GAS CONTROL KNOB

SHOWN IN "OFF" POSITION.

THERMOCOUPLE

(NATURAL)

ELECTRODE

PILOT

THERMOPILE

REMOTE

OFF

ON

THERMOCOUPLE

(LPG)

VFDR(18,24,30)LB LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE

Summary of Contents for VFDR18LB

Page 1: ...to page 6 This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanentlylocated 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 Do not store or use gasoline or other flamma ble vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT ...

Page 2: ...EPLACE PREPARATION 9 INSTALLING AS A VENTED APPLIANCE 10 BEFORE FULLY INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE 10 GAS SUPPLY 11 VFDR 18 24 LOG PLACEMENT 5 LOG SET 12 VFDR30 LOG PLACEMENT 7 LOG SET 13 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FLAME APPEARANCE 14 WIRING 15 VFDR 18 24 30 LB LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 16 PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS 17 CLEANING AND SERVICING 18 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSES AND CORRECTIONS 19 PART...

Page 3: ...low operation of this appliance in a vented configuration Check your state or local codes Correct installation of logs properlocation of the heaterand annual cleaning are necessary to avoid potential problems with sooting Sooting resulting from improper installation or operation can settle on surfaces outside the fireplace Avoid any drafts that could alter burner flame patterns Do not allow fans to b...

Page 4: ...ights perform service or make adjustments in an area where the conditions are such that you may not detect the odor if there has been a leak of LP Gas Odor fade due to oxidation by rust or adsorption on walls of new cylinders and tanks is possible Therefore people should be particularly alert and careful when new tanks or cylinders are placed in service Odor fade can occur in new tanks or reinstal...

Page 5: ...ich apply to the installation of an unvented room heater vented decorative appliance This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by state or local codes Aftermarket Completion of sale not for purpose of resale from the manufacturer This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible ...

Page 6: ...only Do not pick the unit up by the burner Gloves are recommended when handling logs to prevent skin irritation Logs are fragile Handle with care Qualified Installing Agency Installation and replacement of gas piping gas utilization equip ment or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be performed only by a qualified agency The term qualified agency means any individual firm corporati...

Page 7: ...hall not be installed in a confined space unless provi sions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air The National Fuel Gas Code defines a confined space as a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8m3 per kw of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space and an unconfined space as a space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic f...

Page 8: ...for 18 24 and 30 logs from the fireplace opening Mantel Clearances Without Hood Figure 4 You must have non combustible materials above the fireplace opening Non combustible material must extend at least 12 above fireplace opening With sheet metal you must have non combustible material behind it Heat resistant materials such as slate and marble must be at least 1 2 thick Sheet metal should not be inst...

Page 9: ...ACTORY BUILT FIREPLACES FREE OPENING AREA OF CHIMNEY DAMPER FOR VENTING COMBUSTION PRODUCTS FROM DECORA TIVEAPPLIANCESFORINSTALLATIONINSOLIDFUEL BURNING FIREPLACES Height is from hearth to top of chimney and the minimum height is 10 feet Chart shows minimum opening sq in for given height and input rate Do not attach combustible material to the mantel of your fireplace This is a fire hazard Figure 7 ...

Page 10: ... not seal the chimney flue damper Before installing in a solid fuel burning fireplace the chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned of soot creosote ashes and loose paint by a qualified chimney cleaner You must secure the gas log heater to the fireplace floor If not the entire unit may move when you adjust the controls Movement of unit may cause shifting of the gas logs which leads to sooting and improper...

Page 11: ...d on the bottom in which condensation and foreign particles may collect Figure 11 The use of the following gas connectors is recommended ANSZ21 24ApplianceConnectorsofCorrugatedMetalTubing and Fittings ANS Z21 45 Assembled Flexible Appliance Connectors of Other Than All Metal Construction The above connectors may be used if acceptable by the authority havingjurisdiction ThestateofMassachusettsrequ...

Page 12: ...og The bottom of the front twig is to be placed behind the grate tang that is second from the left EMBER MATERIAL PLACEMENT ON BURNER 5 After all logs are positioned properly apply Rockwool ember material to the front burner port area To apply carefully separate the ember material into small amounts no larger than dime size pieces Fluffed up pieces one layer thick on top of the burner generally wo...

Page 13: ...be placed between the log shelf and burner tube 4 Place bottom front twig 6 onto flat areas of middle log 4 and bottom end of front twig to the back side of the grate tang 4th one from the left 5 Place the rear twig 7 onto flat area of rear log 5 and over the front of the front twig Ember Material Placement on Burner 6 After all logs are properly positioned place small dime size pieces of Rockwool l...

Page 14: ...ll result During manufacturing fabricating and shipping various components of this appliance are treated with certain oils films or bonding agents These chemicals are not harmful but may produce annoying smoke and smells as they are burned off during the initial operation of the appliance possibly causing headaches or eye or lung irritation This is a normal and temporary occurrence The initial brea...

Page 15: ...te time period you can release the gas control knob and the pilot will stay ON Allow your pilot flame to operate an additional one 1 to two 2 minutes before you turn the gas control knob from the PILOT position to the ON position This time period allows the millivolts electrical current to buildup to a sufficient level allowing the gas control to operate properly Millivolt Control The valve regulato...

Page 16: ...e if applicable 4 Open bottom louver assembly if applicable 5 Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to OFF NOTE Knob cannot be turned from PILOT to OFF unless knob is pushed in slightly Do not force 6 Wait ten 10 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information above If you do not smell gas go to the ne...

Page 17: ...FDR Series PILOT Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Figure 18 Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern Figure 19 If pilot flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 19 See Troubleshooting page 19 Cleaning and Maintenance Pilot Oxygen Depletion Sensor Pilot Figure 20 When the pilot has a large yellow tip flame clean the Oxygen Depletion Sensor as follows 1 Clean the ODS pilot by loosening nut B from the pilot tubin...

Page 18: ... with soft bristle brush or vacuum with brush attachment Remove loose particles and dust from the burner controls and grate Inspect and clean burner air intake hole Remove lint or particles with brush Failure to keep air intake hole clean will result in sooting and poor combustion ANNUALCLEANING INSPECTION Referto parts diagram for location of items discussed below Inspect and clean burner air int...

Page 19: ... pilot assembly or get it serviced f Gas regulator setting is not correct Replace gas regulator 7 ODS pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released a Control knob not fully pressed in Press in control knob fully b Control knob not pressed in long enough After ODS pilot lights keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds c Manual Shutoff valve not fully open Fully open manual shutoff valv...

Page 20: ...21561 21561 TUBING ASSEMBLY VALVE TO PILOT LPG 12 21559 21559 21559 TUBING ASSEMBLY REGULATOR TO PILOT NAT 13 R7063 R7063 R7063 REGULATOR NAT PILOT 14 21560 21560 21560 TUBING ASSEMBLY VALVE TO REGULATOR NAT ONLY 15 21562 21563 21564 TUBING ASSEMBLY 16 R2423 R2423 R2423 CONNECTOR MALE 17 21589 21589 21589 VALVE BRACKET 2 REQUIRED 18 R3626 R3626 R3626 VALVE NAT 18 R3625 R3625 R3625 VALVE LPG 19 R90...

Page 21: ...ve all this information Appliance Number Part Description Appliance Serial Number Part Number Type of Gas Propane or Natural Do not order bolts screws washers or nuts They are standard hardware items and can be purchased at any local hardware store Shipments contingent upon strikes fires and all causes beyond our control Empire Comfort Systems Inc Nine Eighteen Freeburg Ave Belleville Illinois 6222...

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