Empire Comfort Systems VFIL Series Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Manual is about: UNVENTED GAS HEATER MODELS; VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE MODELS

Summary of VFIL Series

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    Installation instructions and owner's manual unvented gas heater models vfrl1810(n,p)-1 vfrl(18,24,30)(n,p)-1 vfil(18,24,30)(n,p)-1 vented decorative appliance models vfrl1810(n,p)-1 vfrl(18,24,30)(n,p)-1 vented/vent-free loft burner empire empire comfort systems gas-fired this is an unvented gas-fi...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    26532-5-0311 page 2 table of contents section page quick start guide ..............................................................................................................................3 important safety information .............................................................................

  • Page 3: Quick Start Guide

    26532-5-0311 page 3 quick start guide to start the fireplace: if the pilot is not lit: 1. At the same time, press the “off” and high flame buttons and release once there is an audible “beep” sound. 2. The pilot will ignite on the sixth beep. You may hear a clicking sound around the same time as that...

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    26532-5-0311 page 5 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...

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    26532-5-0311 page 6 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 7: Introduction

    26532-5-0311 page 7 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-...

  • Page 8: Product Specifications

    26532-5-0311 page 8 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 9: General Information

    26532-5-0311 page 9 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 10: Requirements For Canada

    26532-5-0311 page 10 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 decora- tive gas appliances for installa...

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    26532-5-0311 page 11 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 tha...

  • Page 12: Clearances

    26532-5-0311 page 12 and 30" gas appliances) from the fireplace opening. Mantel clearances without hood (figure 4) you must have non-combustible materials above the fireplace or firebox opening. Non-combustible material must extend at least 12" above fireplace or firebox opening. With sheet metal, y...

  • Page 13: Combustible Material

    26532-5-0311 page 13 do not attach combustible material to the mantel of your fireplace. This is a fire hazard. Figure 7 no greeting card, stockings or ornamentation of any type should be placed on or attached to the fireplace. This is a heat- ing appliance. The flow of heat can ignite combustibles....

  • Page 14: Fireplace Preparation

    26532-5-0311 page 14 notice (damper clamp installation) when installing your gas appliance as a vented installation the damper clamp must be used. When installing your gas appliance as a vent-free installation the damper clamp can be used to eliminate the potential for odors when burning the logs fo...

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    26532-5-0311 page 15 • turn off the gas supply to the fireplace or firebox. • seal any fresh air vents and/or ash clean-out doors located on the floor or wall of the fireplace. If left un- sealed, drafting may cause pilot outage or sooting. Use a heat resistant sealant. Do not seal the chimney flue ...

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    26532-5-0311 page 16 before fully installing the appliance set up procedure: (figures 12a and 12b) 1. Remove top cover assembly as illustrated by figure 15. Remove three (3) #8 x 1/2" phillips head screws from the front edge, then gently lift upward on the top cover assembly to pivot. Shift the top ...

  • Page 17: Gas Supply

    26532-5-0311 page 17 check all local codes for requirements, especially for the size and type of gas supply line required. Note: never use plastic pipe. Check to confirm whether your local codes allow copper tubing or galvanized. Note: since some municipalities have additional local codes, it is alw...

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    26532-5-0311 page 18 flames from the pilot (near the center of the burner) as well as the main flame should be visually checked as the burner assembly is installed and initially operated. In normal operation at full rate, the flame appearance should be random yellow flames above the burner. Note: al...

  • Page 19: Wiring - Vfrl Models

    26532-5-0311 page 19 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 appliance (millivolt) thermopile ...

  • Page 20: Lighting Instructions

    26532-5-0311 page 20 warning: if you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, 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 l...

  • Page 21: Lighting Instructions

    26532-5-0311 page 21 warning: if you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, 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 l...

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    26532-5-0311 page 22 vfil series operating instructions thermostats are not approved on vented decorative appliances. Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing con- trols. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous op- eration. Verify proper operation after servicing. The vfil series...

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    26532-5-0311 page 23 vfil series remote electronic ignition and control system timer/thermostat rf remote handset g6r-h3t application gv60 is a battery-powered electronic and control system for gas appliances with pilot burners and ods systems. General notes radio frequency remote 433.92 mhz for eur...

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    26532-5-0311 page 24 standard, display, timer/thermostat rf remote hand- set • simultaneously press and hold the off and (large flame) buttons until a short beep confirms the start se- quence has begun; release buttons. • continuing beeps confirm the ignition is in process. • once pilot ignition is ...

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    26532-5-0311 page 25 note: the display shows the set temperature every 30 seconds. Setting the temperature • select either the temp mode or the temp mode by briefly pressing the set button. • hold the set button until the temp display flashes. • set the desired temperature with (large flame) or (sma...

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    26532-5-0311 page 26 7. With the manual knob in man position a manual pilot valve operator and piezo igniter are accessible. Ignition with match: fully push down manual pilot valve operator and hold in, to start pilot gas flow. Immediately light the pilot with a match, while continuing to hold in th...

  • Page 27: Lighting Instructions

    26532-5-0311 page 27 warning: if you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. Before lighting, smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than...

  • Page 28

    26532-5-0311 page 28 vfil(18,24,30) wiring diagram ma gr mo sw p anel sw tc spark o i button “reset” battery compartment ignition cable thermocouple rf antenna thermo current cable #1 thermo current cable #2 or on/off switch with soldered cable on/off switch 8 wire cable interrupter block combinatio...

  • Page 29: Pilot Flame Characteristics

    26532-5-0311 page 29 figures 23 and 24 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 25...

  • Page 30: Cleaning And Servicing

    26532-5-0311 page 30 vfrl series figure 27 vfil series figure 28 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 any optional decorative covers or decorative ...

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    26532-5-0311 page 31 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. Ig...

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    26532-5-0311 page 32 decorative top cover accessory installation the decorative top cover accessory options are available for your loft burner. Choose the proper size decorative top cover listed for use with the loft burner assembly. Decorative cover installation 1. Addition of the decorative top co...

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    26532-5-0311 page 33 decorative accessory installation warning: failure to position the parts in accordance with the diagrams and instructions below or failure to use only parts specifically approved for use with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury. Note: the loft series bur...

  • Page 34: Vfil Parts List

    26532-5-0311 page 34 attention: when ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. Vfil parts list use only manufacturer's replacement parts. Use of any other parts could cause injury or death. Index no part no description vfil18 vfil24 vfil30 1 26526 26543 ...

  • Page 35: Vfil Parts View

    26532-5-0311 page 35 vfil parts view 16 17 17 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 13 11 12 14 15 2 1 18 19 17 17 set off temp pm 20

  • Page 36: Vfrl Parts List

    26532-5-0311 page 36 attention: when ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. Vfrl parts list index no part no description vfrl1810 vfrl18 vfrl24 vfrl30 1 26526 26526 26543 26551 top cover assembly 2 r10477 r10410 r10411 r10412 tube burner 3 r7624 r7624...

  • Page 37: Vfrl Parts View

    26532-5-0311 page 37 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 11 13 14 15 17 18 19 16 2 1 20 vfrl parts view.

  • Page 38: How To Order Repair Parts

    26532-5-0311 page 38 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 39: Appliance Service History

    26532-5-0311 page 39 appliance service history date dealer name service technician name service performed/notes.

  • Page 40: Empire

    26532-5-0311 page 40 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...