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WARNING
These fireplaces are gas fireplaces.
Do not burn wood or other material in
these appliances.
Test gauge connections are provided on the front
of the gas control valve identified
IN
for the inlet
and
OUT
for the manifold side. A 1/8" NPT Test
gauge connection is provided at the inlet and
outlet side of the electronic gas control valve.
All Models -
All models have a manually modulated gas valve.
Input is shown in
Table 1
:
Gas Pressure - All Models
Tables 2 and 3
show the appliances' inlet and
manifold gas pressure.
NOTE: Installation and repair should be
performed by a qualified service person. The
appliance should be inspected annually by
a qualified professional service technician.
More frequent inspections and cleanings may
be required due to yard care, insects, etc. It
is imperative that the control compartment
and burners of the appliance be kept clean.
Provide adequate clearances around air open-
ings and adequate accessibility clearance for
service and proper operation. Never obstruct
the front openings of the appliance.
Due to high temperatures the appliance should
be located out of traffic and away from furniture
and draperies. Locate furniture and window
coverings accordingly.
Orifice Sizes - Sea Level To High Altitude
(All Models)
These appliances are tested and approved
for installation at elevations of 0-4500 feet
(0-1372 meters) above sea level, using the
standard burner orifice
(
See Table 4
)
. For
elevations above 4500 feet, contact your gas
supplier or qualified service technician. Install
the appliance according to the regulations of
the local authorities having jurisdiction and, in
the USA, the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 /
ANSI Z223.1 - latest edition or , in Canada, the
CAN/CGA-B149.1 and .2 codes - latest edition.
MASSACHUSETTS REQUIREMENTS
These appliances are approved for instal-
lation in the US state of Massachusetts if
the following additional requirements are
met:
• Un-vented Room Heaters shall be in-
stalled in accordance with 527 CMR 30.
• Installation and repair must be done by
a plumber or gas fitter licensed in the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• The flexible gas line connector used
shall not exceed 36 inches (92 centime-
ters) in length.
• The individual manual shut-off must be a
T-handle type valve.
• Unvented appliances may NOT be in-
stalled in bedrooms or bathrooms.
• A working smoke detector must be in-
stalled in the area where vent-free appli-
ances are installed.
Seller of unvented propane or natural gas-
fired supplemental room heaters shall pro-
vide to each purchaser a copy of 527 CMR
30 upon sale of the unit.
BTU Input (BTU/Hr)
Model No.
Input Rate (BTU/Hr)
Natural Gas
VRE4336ZEN
50,000 to 39,500
VRE4342ZEN
50,000 to 39,500
Propane Gas (LP)
VRE4336ZEP
46,000 to 37,000
VRE4342ZEP
46,000 to 37,000
Table 1
Manifold Gas Supply Pressure
(all models)
Fuel #
Low
High
Natural
Gas
2.2" WC
(0.55 kPa)
3.5" WC
(0.87 kPa)
Propane
6.3" WC
(1.57 kPa)
10.0" WC
(2.49 kPa)
Table 3
Inlet Gas Supply Pressure
(all models)
Fuel #
Minimum
Maximum
Natural Gas
5.0" WC
(1.24 kPa)
10.5" WC
(2.61 kPa)
Propane
11.0" WC
(2.74 kPa)
13.0" WC
(3.23 kPa)
Table 2
The appliance and its appliance main gas
valve must be disconnected from the gas
supply piping system during any pressure
testing of that system at test pressures
in
excess of
1/2 psi (3.5 kPa).
The appliance must be isolated from the gas
supply piping system by closing its equipment
shutoff valve during any pressure testing of
the gas supply piping system at test pres-
sures
equal to or less than
1/2 psi (3.5 kPa).
Burner Orifice Sizes
Elevation 0-4500 feet ( 0-1372 meters)
Model
Nat.Gas
drill size (inches)
Propane
drill size (inches)
VRE4336
#28 (.1405")
#47 (.0785")
VRE4342
#28 (.1405")
#47 (.0785")
Table 4
WARNING
PROPANE TANKS ARE AT PRESSURES
THAT WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO VALVE
COMPONENTS. VERIFY THAT THE
TANKS HAVE STEP DOWN REGULA-
TORS TO REDUCE THE PRESSURE TO
SAFE LEVELS.
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, service or maintenance
can cause injury or property dam-
age. Read the installation, operat-
ing and maintenance instructions
thoroughly before installing or
servicing this equipment.
WARNING
DO NOT store or use gasoline or
other flammable vapors or liquids
in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
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, unless a certified
kit is used.
WARNING
An LP-cylinder not connected for
use shall not be stored in the vicin-
ity of this or any other appliance.
