Empire Comfort Systems VFSE-18-1 Owner's Manual

Manual is about: Vented/Vent-Free Burner

Summary of VFSE-18-1

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    Installation instructions and owner's manual unvented gas log heater or intermittent models vfse-(18,24,30)-1 variable models vfsv-(16,18,24,30)-4 vented decorative appliance variable models vfsv-(16,18,24,30)-4 vented/vent-free burner this is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxy- gen) fro...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    28092-0-1110 page 2 section page quick start guide ........................................................................................................................3-4 important safety information ...................................................................................................

  • Page 3: Quick Start Guide

    28092-0-1110 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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    28092-0-1110 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...

  • Page 6

    28092-0-1110 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: Requirements For Canada

    28092-0-1110 page 7 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 8: Introduction

    28092-0-1110 page 8 important all correspondence should refer to complete model number, serial number and type of gas. 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. To preve...

  • Page 9: Product Specifications

    28092-0-1110 page 9 product specifications natural gas propane gas vfse vfsv vfse vfsv regulator pressure setting 3.5" w.C. 4.0" w.C. 10.0" w.C. 10.0" w.C. Gas inlet pressure max. 10.5" w.C. 10.5" w.C. 13.0" w.C. 13.0" w.C. Min. 7.0" w.C. 7.0" w.C. 11.0" w.C. 11.0" w.C. Model gas valve type btuh max...

  • Page 10: General Information

    28092-0-1110 page 10 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 11: Clearances

    28092-0-1110 page 11 the dimensions shown and defined in the fireplace manufacturer’s instructions are minimum clearances to maintain in installing this heater. Left and right clearances are determined when facing the front of the heater. Glass doors make sure that glass doors are open during all op...

  • Page 12: Clearances (Continued)

    28092-0-1110 page 12 noncombustible material distance requirements for safe installation 12" or more noncombustible material less than 12" noncombustible material must be ex- tended to at least 8" with the installation of the optional fireplace hood. If you can- not extend noncombustible material at...

  • Page 13: Combustible Material

    28092-0-1110 page 13 for masonry built fireplaces free opening area of chimney damper for venting combustion products from decorative appliances for installation in solid fuel burning fireplaces • turn off gas supply to fireplace or firebox. • have the fireplace floor and chimney professionally clea...

  • Page 14

    28092-0-1110 page 14 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 15: Gas Supply

    28092-0-1110 page 15 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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    28092-0-1110 page 16 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. Attention: do not place lava rocks on burner, logs or rock wool. The la...

  • Page 17

    28092-0-1110 page 17 general notes radio frequency remote 433.92 mhz for europe; 315 mhz for u.S. (fcc id: rtd-g6r) and for canada (ic: 4943a-g6r). This device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer...

  • Page 18

    28092-0-1110 page 18 standard, display, timer/thermostat rf remote handset • simultaneously press and hold the off and (large flame) buttons until a short acoustic signal confirms the start sequence has begun; release buttons. • continuing signals confirm the ignition is in process. • once pilot ign...

  • Page 19

    28092-0-1110 page 19 if the temp setting is decreased to --, the motor will turn the valve to the standby position in the moon times and await the next burn- er temp cycle. Note: the display shows the set temperature every 30 seconds. Setting the temperature • select either the temp mode or the temp...

  • Page 20

    28092-0-1110 page 20 location of receiver when the rf-receiver is placed in the appliance, the surrounding metal can reduce reception considerably. The position of the an- tenna on the receiver also influences reception. It is recommended to straighten the antenna. The antenna must not come in conta...

  • Page 21

    28092-0-1110 page 21 to turn off gas to appliance for your safety read before lighting a. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. B. Before lighting smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the...

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    28092-0-1110 page 22 1. Stop! Read the safety information on this page. 2. Push in gas control knob slight- ly and turn clockwise to "off." do not force. 3. Turn gas flow adjustment knob clockwise either manually or with remote control to "off." 4. Wait ten (10) minutes to clear out any gas. Then sm...

  • Page 23: Pilot Flame Characteristics

    28092-0-1110 page 23 cleaning and maintenance/pilot oxygen depletion sensor pilot (figure 17) when the pilot has a large yellow tip flame, clean the oxygen depletion sensor as follows: 1. Clean the ods pilot by loosening nut b from the pilot tubing. When this procedure is required, grasp nut a with ...

  • Page 24: Cleaning And Servicing

    28092-0-1110 page 24 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 end. Gloves are recommended to prevent...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    28092-0-1110 page 25 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 26: Parts List

    28092-0-1110 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. Parts list index no. Part no. Description common 1 15425 rear log support (16" m...

  • Page 27: Parts View

    28092-0-1110 page 27 13 11 12 “vfsv” models “vfse” models 14 15 16 17 18 19 parts view.

  • Page 28: How To Order Repair Parts

    28092-0-1110 page 28 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...