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OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS
COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH
®
FIREPLACE
®
Shown with Optional
Cabinet Mantel/Hearth
Base Accessory
VMH26PRA
15,000 to 26,000 Btu/Hr
Remote Control Ready
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result caus-
ing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
— 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.
— Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency, or the
gas supplier.
WARNING: Improper installation,
adjustment, alteration, service, or
maintenance can cause injury or
property damage. Refer to this
manual for correct installation and
operational procedures. For as-
sistance or additional information
consult a qualified installer, ser-
vice agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING: This is an unvented
gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxy-
gen) from the room in which it
is installed. Provisions for ad-
equate combustion and venti-
lation air must be provided.
Refer to
Air for Combustion and
Ventilation section on page 5 of
this manual.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*, permanently located, 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.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer