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VFS & DBX Series Vent Free Fireplaces
GETTING STARTED
Make sure you have received all parts:
Check your packing list to verify that all listed parts have
been received. You should have the following:
•
Unvented gas heater
•
Trim kit
•
Two () 90°-angle brackets
•
Ceramic fiber logs
•
Installation/operating instructions
•
Canopy and three (3) screws
•
Two () anchoring screws
•
Four (4) black screws
Millivolt controlled heater designed to be operated with
optional devices for ON/OFF functions.
•
Hand held Remote with receiver
•
Wall T-stat with 0' wire
•
Wall switch with 0' wire
•
Hand held Thermostat Remote w/receiver
PREINSTALLATION INFORMATION
Carefully inspect the contents for shipping damage. If any
parts are missing or damaged, immediately inform the
dealer from whom you purchased the appliance.
Do not
attempt to install any part of the appliance unless you
have all parts in good condition.
What you will need for installation:
You must have the following items available before pro-
ceeding with installation:
•
External regulator (for propane/LPG only)
•
Manual shutoff valve
•
Piping which complies with local codes
•
Sediment trap
•
Phillips head screwdriver
•
Tee joint.
•
Pipe sealant approved for use with propane/LPG
•
Pipe wrench
(Resistant to sulfur compounds)
W
ARNING
•
Handle the gas log burner assembly by
the grate only. Do not pick the unit up by
the burners.
•
Gloves are recommended when handling
ceramic fiber logs to prevent skin irritation
from loose fibers. Logs are fragile —
handle with care.
In planning the installation for the fireplace it is necessary
to determine where the unit is to be installed and whether
optional accessories are desired. Gas supply piping should
also be planned. The following steps represent the normal
sequence of installation. Each installation is unique, how-
ever, and might require a different sequence.
1. Position fireplace in desired location. Refer to the
Loca-
tion of Fireplace
and
Clearances
and
Height
Require-
ments
, and
Firebox Framing
sections found in this
manual.
NOTE:
Be sure all packing material has been removed
from underside the unit.
. Install canopy and logs per instructions found in this
manual. The canopy MUST be installed for safe opera-
tion of the unit.
3. Field wire main power supply to units with fan kit. Refer
to the
Electrical Section
found in this manual. (Electrical
connections should only be performed by an experi-
enced, licensed certified tradesman).
4. Install optional ON/OFF kit on units with millivolt control.
Refer to the installation instructions included with the
kit and also refer to the
Electrical Wiring
section found
in this manual.
5. Plumb gas line. Refer to the
Connecting the Gas
sec-
tion found in this
manual. (Gas connections should only be performed
by an experienced,
licensed/certified tradesman).
6. Complete finish wall material and/or surround.
W
ARNING
Do not install the heater:
•
Where curtains, furniture, clothing, or
other flammable objects are less than
42" from the front of the heater.
•
In high traffic areas.
•
In windy or drafty areas.
W
ARNING
If the area in which the heater may be
operated does not meet the required volume
for indoor combustion air, combustion and
ventilation air shall be provided by one
of the methods described in the
National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54
, the
International Fuel Gas Code
or applicable
local codes.
