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36" x 28" & 42" x 28"

Universal Vent-Free Fireboxes

P/N  900238-01  REV. D  10/2017

MODELS

UNIVERSAL VENT-FREE FIREBOX

VRT3542WS Shown

INSTALLATION AND 

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

VRT3536WS

VRT3536WH

VRT3542WS

VRT3542WH

P900238-01

Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out 

of traffic and away from furniture or draperies.
Do not place clothing or other materials on or near this appliance.
IMPORTANT: READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS 

COMPLETELY BEFORE INSTALLING YOUR VENT-FREE ROOM 

HEATERS.

FOR USE ONLY WITH A LISTED GAS-FIRED 

UNVENTED DECORATIVE ROOM HEATER NOT TO 

EXCEED 40,000 BTU/H.
DO NOT BUILD A WOOD FIRE.

WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUST-

MENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE 

CAN CAUSE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. 

REFER TO THIS MANUAL. FOR ASSISTANCE OR 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONSULT A QUALI-

FIED INSTALLER, SERVICE AGENCY OR THE GAS 

SUPPLIER.

Carefully review the instructions supplied with 

the decorative type unvented room heater for the 

minimum fireplace size requirement.  
DO NOT INSTALL AN APPLIANCE IN THIS FIREBOX 

UNLESS THIS FIREBOX MEETS THE MINIMUM 

DIMENSIONS   REQUIRED FOR THE INSTALLATIONS.

THIS IS A VENT-FREE GAS-FIRED HEATER ENCLO-

SURE.  IT USES AIR (OXYGEN) FROM THE ROOM 

IN WHICH IT IS INSTALLED. PROVISIONS FOR 

ADEQUATE COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR 

MUST BE PROVIDED.  REFER TO COMBUSTION 

AND VENTILATION AIR SECTION, PAGES 3 & 4.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.

CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:  Do not store or use gasoline 

or other flammables or liquids in the vicinity of 

this or any other appliance.
FOR YOUR SAFETY: What to do if you smell gas:
•  DO NOT light any appliance.

•  DO NOT touch any electrical switches.

•  Do not use any phone in your building.

•  Immediately call your gas supplier from a

    neighbor’s phone. Follow your gas suppliers 

 instructions.

•  If your gas supplier cannot be reached, call

  the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by 

a qualified installer, service agency or the gas 

supplier.

WARNING: If the information in this manual is 

not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may 

result causing property damage, personal injury 

or loss of life.

In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:

  Installation must be performed by a licensed plumber or 

gas fitter;

•  See Table of Contents for location of additional Common-

wealth of Massachusetts requirements.

C

US

Report No. F14-168

Summary of Contents for VRT3536WH

Page 1: ...IONS REQUIREDFORTHEINSTALLATIONS THIS IS A VENT FREE GAS FIRED HEATER ENCLO SURE IT USES AIR OXYGEN FROM THE ROOM IN WHICH IT IS INSTALLED PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR MUST B...

Page 2: ...perating the heater Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person The heater should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service person More frequent...

Page 3: ...BEGIN NING YOUR INSTALLATION Packaging List Vent Free Gas Firebox Installation and Operation Instructions GENERAL INFORMATION TheseVent Freefireboxenclosuresaredesigned toacceptallANSIZ21 11 2approve...

Page 4: ...the maximum BTU Hr the space can support with the actual amount of BTU Hr used __________ BTU Hr max the space can support __________ BTU Hr actual amount of BTU Hr used Example 61 440 BTU Hr max the...

Page 5: ...Vent Free firebox must be kept clear and free from these combustible materials WARNING Do not use a blower insert heat exchanger insert or other acces sory not approved for use with this appliance WA...

Page 6: ...side of the mantel Clearances Ensure the minimum clearances shown in Figures 2 through 6 are maintained Left and right clearances are determined when facing the front of the firebox Follow these instr...

Page 7: ...area above Models VRT3536 VRT3542 Series WITH Hood Installed Hood is optional on these models 16 9 1 2 2 3 4 5 6 10 11 12 13 14 15 Top of Firebox Opening Screen Top of Appliance Combustible Mantel and...

Page 8: ...is unique however and might require a different sequence Step 1 Position firebox prior to framing or into prepared framing Step 2 Field wire the main power supply to the appliance if a blower kit is t...

Page 9: ...ramed depth from a framed wall must always be measured from a finished surface If a wall covering such as drywall is to be attached to the rear wall then the depth must be measured from the drywall su...

Page 10: ...200 lbs 22 Cu Ft F0300 VRT3542WS 230 lbs 26 Cu Ft F0301 VRT3542WH 230 lbs 26 Cu Ft Dimensions Inches millimeters Model No A B C D E F G H J K L M N P Q VRT3536WS VRT3536WH 36 914 28 711 41 3 4 1061 41...

Page 11: ...vel and secure Step 3 Reinstall screen and rod assemblies see Figure 11 Framing Dimensions Opening VRT3536 Series VRT3542 Series A 42 1 4 1073 48 1 4 1226 B 44 1 4 1124 44 1 4 1124 C 23 5 8 600 29 5 8...

Page 12: ...ired Blower Tab Intact Plug blower into this receptacle Ground Green Wall mounted ON OFF Blower Switch or Variable Speed Control Switch Ground HOT SIDE OF RECEPTACLE An ON OFF Wall Switch is used with...

Page 13: ...rdtotakeupslack seeFigure20 Step 4 Locate the tabs shown in Figure 21 Position the blower assembly so that the tabs located on the cabinet base are seated in the notches of the blower bracket Bend the...

Page 14: ...22 VRT3542WS Shown Loose knot in power cord to take up slack Firebox floor Model VRT3542WS Shown Model VRT3542WS Locating Tabs Bend Locating Tabs Over into notches Use screw provided and secure in pla...

Page 15: ...Raised Hearth Extension Non Combustible Wall see Figures 4 and 5 Page 7 Fireplace Opening From Base to Bottom of Firebox Opening floor 5 3 4 Max Base APPROVED ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS Decorative Vol...

Page 16: ...wall mounted switch Touch Up Paint Kit Repair of minor scratches and discoloration of the appliance black painted surfaces may be accomplished with the touch up paint kit PA I N T The variable speed...

Page 17: ...y An exploded view of the firebox with numbered parts and a replacement parts list can be found on the page Normally all parts should be ordered through your distributor or dealer Parts will be shippe...

Page 18: ..._______________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ___________________...

Page 19: ...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...

Page 20: ...make changes at any time without notice in design materials specifications prices and the discontinuance of colors styles and products Consult your local distributor for fireplace code information NO...

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