Empire Comfort Systems FDR30LBP-2 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Manual is about: Vented/Vent-Free Burner and Logs

Summary of FDR30LBP-2

  • Page 1

    Unvented gas log heater models vfdr18lb10n-3 vfdr18lb10p-3 vfdr18lbn-2 vfdr18lbp-2 vfdr24lbn-2 vfdr24lbp-2 vfdr30lbn-2 vfdr30lbp-2 vfdt18lbn-2 vfdt18lbp-2 vfdt24lbn-2 vfdt24lbp-2 vfdt30lbn-2 vfdt30lbp-2 vfdm18lbn-2 vfdm18lbp-2 vfdm24lbn-2 vfdm24lbp-2 vfdm30lbn-2 vfdm30lbp-2 vented decorative applian...

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    27604-3-0411 page 2 table of contents important safety information ....................................................................................3 safety information for users of lp-gas ...................................................................4 introduction .............................

  • Page 3

    27604-3-0411 page 3 warning when used without adequate combustion and ventilation air, heater may give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, poisonous gas. Do not install heater until all necessary provisions are made for combustion and ventilation air. Consult the written instructions provided with the...

  • Page 4

    27604-3-0411 page 4 some people cannot smell well. Some people cannot smell the odor of the chemical put into the gas. You 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 dete...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    27604-3-0411 page 5 notice: during initial firing of this unit, its paint will bake out, and smoke will occur. To prevent triggering of smoke alarms, ventilate the room in which the unit is installed. Warning this appliance is for installation only in a solid-fuel burning masonry or ul 127 factory-b...

  • Page 6: Product Specifications

    27604-3-0411 page 6 product specifications water vapor is a by-product of gas combustion. An unvented room heater produces approximately one (1) ounce (30ml) of water for every 1,000 btu's (.3kw's) of gas input per hour. Unvented room heaters must be used as supplemental heat (a room) rather than a ...

  • Page 7: General Information

    27604-3-0411 page 7 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. U...

  • Page 8: Requirements For Canada

    27604-3-0411 page 8 requirements for canada this unit cannot be installed in a unvented application, this unit can only be installed as a vented application with these requirements. Important safety information this unit complies with ansi z21.60and cga 2.26 decorative gas appliances for installatio...

  • Page 9: Clearances

    27604-3-0411 page 9 example of large room with 1/2 wall divider. Figure 1 the following formula can be used to determine the maximum heater rating per the definition of unconfined space: btu/hr = (l 1 + l 2 )ft x (w)ft x (h)ft x 1000 50 if the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than...

  • Page 10: Clearances (Continued)

    27604-3-0411 page 10 mantel clearances with hood (figure 5) you must have non-combustible materials above the fireplace opening. Non-combustible material must extend at least 8" above fireplace opening. With sheet metal, you must have non-combustible material behind it. Heat resistant materials such...

  • Page 11: Combustible Material

    27604-3-0411 page 11 for masonry built fireplaces free opening area of chimney damper for venting combustion products from decorative appliances for installation in solid fuel burning fireplaces * height is from hearth to top of chimney and the minimum height is 6 feet. ** chart shows minimum openin...

  • Page 12

    27604-3-0411 page 12 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 burning the logs for the first ...

  • Page 13: Gas Supply

    27604-3-0411 page 13 check all local codes for requirements, especially for the size and type of gas supply line required. Notice: never use plastic pipe. Check to confirm whether your local codes allow copper tubing or galvanized. Notice: since some municipalities have additional local codes, it is...

  • Page 14

    27604-3-0411 page 14 before you begin: if you are installing logs onto the vfd(r,t,m)18 or vfd(r,t,m)24 models, this burner assembly is supplied with a set of five ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands! Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. Af...

  • Page 15

    27604-3-0411 page 15 before you begin: if you are installing logs onto the vfd(r,t,m)30 model, this burner assembly place is supplied with a set of seven ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands. Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. After handli...

  • Page 16

    27604-3-0411 page 16 flames from the pilot (rear right back side of the pan burner) as well as the main flame should be visually checked as the log set is installed. In normal operation at full rate, the flame appearance should be sets of yellow flames above the rear burner section, and shorter blue...

  • Page 17: Wiring - Vfdr Models Only

    27604-3-0411 page 17 thermostats are not approved on vented decorative appliances. Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. 18", 24" and 30" gas logs (millivolt) thermopile is se...

  • Page 18: Lighting Instructions

    27604-3-0411 page 18 warning: if you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property dam- age, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. B. Before...

  • Page 19: Lighting Instructions

    27604-3-0411 page 19 warning: if you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property dam- age, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. B. Before...

  • Page 20: Lighting Instructions

    27604-3-0411 page 20 vfdt(18,24,30)lb lighting instructions warning: if you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property dam- age, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follo...

  • Page 21: Lighting Instructions

    27604-3-0411 page 21 vfdm(18,24,30)lb lighting instructions warning: if you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property dam- age, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follo...

  • Page 22: Pilot Flame Characteristics

    27604-3-0411 page 22 figures 21 and 22 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. Figures 23...

  • Page 23: Cleaning And Servicing

    27604-3-0411 page 23 figure 25 vfdr figure 26 vfdt & vfdm annual inspection and cleaning by your dealer or qualified service technician is recommended to prevent malfunction and/or sooting. Turn off heater and allow to cool before cleaning. Remove logs, handling carefully by holding gently at each e...

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    27604-3-0411 page 24 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. A. I...

  • Page 25: How To Order Repair Parts

    27604-3-0411 page 25 to order parts under warranty, please contact your local empire dealer. See the dealer locator at www.Empirecomfort.Com. To provide warranty service, your dealer will need your name and address, purchase date and serial number, and the nature of the problem with the unit. To ord...

  • Page 26: Vfdr Series Parts List

    27604-3-0411 page 26 attention: when ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. Use only manufacturer's replacement parts. Use of any other parts could cause injury or death. Vfdr series parts list index no. Part numbers description vfdr18lb vfdr24lb vfdr...

  • Page 27: Vfdr Series Parts View

    27604-3-0411 page 27 vfdr series parts view 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 13 17 18 19 20 23 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 13 17 18 19 20 23 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15 16 13 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 18” burner 24” burner 30” burner 32 27 30 28 29 27 28 29 30 32 33 31 5 piece log set 7 piec...

  • Page 28: Vfdr18Lb10 Parts List

    27604-3-0411 page 28 attention: when ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. Use only manufacturer's replacement parts. Use of any other parts could cause injury or death. Vfdr18lb10 parts list index no. Part no. Description 1 21588 pilot shield (nat o...

  • Page 29: Vfdr18Lb10 Parts View

    27604-3-0411 page 29 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 15 16 17 20 21 18” burner 28 24 27 25 26 5 piece log set 13 14 18 19 22 23 vfdr18lb10 parts view.

  • Page 30: Vfdt Series Parts List

    27604-3-0411 page 30 vfdt series parts list attention: when ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. Use only manufacturer's replacement parts. Use of any other parts could cause injury or death. Index no. Parts numbers description vfdt18lb vfdt24lb vfd...

  • Page 31: Vfdt Series Parts View

    27604-3-0411 page 31 vfdt series parts view 27 28 29 30 32 33 31 7 piece log set 32 27 30 28 29 5 piece log set 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 17 18 21 22 18” burner 24” burner 30” burner 23 16 15 1 2 3 4 8 5 6 7 9 10 11 15 12 13 14 17 18 16 21 22 23 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 8 10 11 15 12 13 14 18 17 16 21...

  • Page 32: Vfdm Series Parts List

    27604-3-0411 page 32 vfdm series parts list attention: when ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. Use only manufacturer's replacement parts. Use of any other parts could cause injury or death. Index no. Part numbers description vfdm18lb vfdm24lb vfdm...

  • Page 33: Vfdm Series Parts View

    27604-3-0411 page 33 vfdm series parts view 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 23 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 17 23 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 21 22 23 18” burner 24” burner 30” burner 32 27 30 28 29 27 28 29 30 32 33 31 5 piece log set 7 piece log set 25 18 13 21 22 25 21 22 25 15 11 12 17 18 13 15 14 11 12 18 13 15 14...

  • Page 34: How To Order Repair Parts

    27604-3-0411 page 34 to order parts under warranty, please contact your local empire dealer. See the dealer locator at www.Empirecomfort. Com. To provide warranty service, your dealer will need your name and address, purchase date and serial number, and the nature of the problem with the unit. To or...

  • Page 35: Appliance Service History

    27604-3-0411 page 35 appliance service history date dealer name service technician name service performed/notes.

  • Page 36: Empire

    27604-3-0411 page 36 empire empire comfort systems empire comfort systems inc. 918 freeburg ave. Belleville, il 62220 if you have a general question about our products, please e-mail us at info@empirecomfort.Com. If you have a service or repair question, please contact your dealer. Www.Empirecomfort...