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Page 1 18954-0-0705 W ARNINGS If the information in this manual is not followed exa ctl y , a fi re or exp los ion may resu lt c aus ing pro p - erty 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.
Page 2 18954-0-0705 Section Page Important Safety Information .........................................................................................................................3 Safety Information for Users of LP Gas ...........................
Page 3 18954-0-0705 W ARNING When use d without adeq uate combustion and ventilatio n air , heater may give off CARBON MONOXIDE, an odorless, poisonous gas. Do not insta ll hea ter until all nece ssa ry pro visi ons are made for com bus tio n and vent ila tio n air .
Page 4 18954-0-0705 Some people cannot smell well. Some people cannot smell the odor of the chemical put into the gas. Y ou must find out if you can smell the odorant in propane. Smoking can decrease your ability to smell. Being around an odor for a time can affect your sensitivity or ability to detect that odor .
Page 5 18954-0-0705 Attention: During initial use of log you will detect an odor as the log is cured. Notice: During initial firing of this unit, its paint will bake out, and smoke will occur . T o prevent triggering of smoke alarms, ventilate the room in which the unit is installed.
Page 6 18954-0-0705 This is an unvented gas-fired heater . It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed. Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. Keep room area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.
Page 7 18954-0-0705 PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUA TE COMBUSTION & VENTILA TION AIR Minimum Dimensions For Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces UL127 Factory Built Fireplaces (Figure 2) Model A B C D VFSV -16 18&.
Page 8 18954-0-0705 Sidewall & Ceiling Clearances (Figure 3) Figure 3 The sides of the fireplace opening must be 6" from any combustible wall. The ceiling must be at least 36" (for the 16" log) and 41" (for 18", 24" and 30" logs) from the fireplace opening.
Page 9 18954-0-0705 FIREPLACE PREP ARA TION • T urn off gas supply to fireplace or firebox. • Have the firep lace floor and chimn ey profes sion ally clea ned to remove ashes, soot, creosote or other obstructions. Have this cleaning performed annually after installation.
Page 10 18954-0-0705 INST ALLING AS A VENTED APPLIANCE Notice (Damper Clamp Installation) When installing your log set as a vented installation the damper clamp must be used. When installing your log set as a vent-free installation the damper clamp can be used to eliminate the potential for odors when burn- ing the logs for the first time.
Page 1 1 18954-0-0705 GAS SUPPL Y Check all local codes for requirements, especially for the size and type of gas supply line required. Recommended Gas Pipe Diameter Pipe Length Schedule 40 Pipe T ubing, T ype L Inside Diameter Outside Diameter Nat. L.
Page 12 18954-0-0705 Refer to Parts List, Page 20 to order loose material (rock wool). Placing Lava Rock in Front of Burner on Fireplace Floor Spread lava rocks on fireplace floor in front of the burner pan. The lava rocks are for decorative effect and are not required for fireplace operation.
Page 13 18954-0-0705 HI/LO REGULA TOR CONTROL KNOB PIEZO IGNITOR FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING W ARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly , a fire or explosion may result caus- ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Page 14 18954-0-0705 FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING W ARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly , a fire or explosion may result caus- ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand.
Page 15 18954-0-0705 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read the safety information. 2. Make sure the manual shutoff valve is fully open. 3. This heater is equipped with an ignition device (piezo) which automatically lights the pilot. 4. Refer to Figure 15 for the location of the piezo ignitor and control knob.
Page 16 18954-0-0705 Figures 16 and 19 show a correct pilot flame pattern. The correct flame will be blue and will extend beyond the thermocouple. The flame will surround the thermocouple just below the tip. A slight yellow flame may occur where the pilot flame and main burner flame meet.
Page 17 18954-0-0705 Annual inspection and cleaning by your dealer or qualified service technician is recommended to prevent malfunction and/or sooting. T U R N O F F H E A T E R AN D A L L O W TO C O O L B E F O R E CLEANING. Remove logs, handling carefully by holding gently at each end.
Page 18 18954-0-0705 WIRING Th erm ost ats ar e no t app rov ed on v en ted de cor at iv e app lia nce s. Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. W iring errors can cause improp er and dangerous opera tion. V erify proper operation after servicing.
Page 19 18954-0-0705 If the gas quality is bad, your pilot may not stay lit, the burners may produce soot and the heater may backfire when lit. If the gas quality or pressure is low , contact your local gas supplier immediately . 1. When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/ pilot.
Page 20 18954-0-0705 Attention: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. USE ONL Y MANUF ACTURER'S REPLACEMENT P AR TS. USE OF ANY OTHER P AR TS COULD CAUSE INJUR Y OR DEA TH. P AR TS LIST Index No.
Page 21 18954-0-0705 P AR TS VIEW Parts can be ordered only through your service person or dealer . For best results, the service person or dealer should order parts through the distributor . Parts can be shipped directly to the service person/dealer .
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Page 24 18954-0-0705 Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. Nine Eighteen Freeburg A ve. Belleville, Illinois 62220-2623 PH: 618-233-7420 PH: 800-851-3153 F AX: 618-233-7097 F AX: 800-443-8648 E-MAIL: info@empirecomfort.
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