Empire P)-1 Installation instructions and owner's manual

Manual is about: CONTEMPORARY LINEAR VENT-FREE GAS FIREPLACE ModELS

Summary of P)-1

  • Page 1

    Installation instructions and owner's manual contemporary linear vent-free gas fireplace models vfll38fp(3,9)0l25(n,p)-1 vfll38fp(3,9)0l(n,p)-1 vfll48fp(3,9)0l(n,p)-1 mh46389 gas-fired vent-free linear logset shown this appliance may be installed in an after- market permanently located, manufactured...

  • Page 2: Before You Start

    Before you start 1. Read the soot prevention information on page 4. 2. Read the safety information on pages 9 - 11. 3. Frame the opening. See pages 22 - 23. 4. Install the gas lines. See pages 19. 5. Install the wiring. See pages 31 and 43. 6. Install the remote system. See page 36 - 41. 7. Light th...

  • Page 3

    Carton contents & hardware pack hardware pack contents - vfll(28,48)fp(3,7) carton contents items not shown to scale. Vfll(38,48)fp3 series index number description quantity supplied 1 fireplace 1 2 non-combustible board - top 1 3 non-combustible board - side 2 4 glass wrap (2 pieces of glass) 1 5 r...

  • Page 4

    34380-0-0914 page 4 • warning: failure to keep the primary air open- ings of the burner clean may result in sooting and property damage. • warning: before installing in a solid-fuel burning fireplace, the chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned of soot, creosote, ashes and loose paint by a qualifie...

  • Page 5: Product Specifications

    34380-0-0914 page 5 product specifications natural gas propane gas millivolt intermittent pilot (ip) millivolt intermittent pilot (ip) regulator pressure setting 3.5" w.C. 3.5" 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. 4.5" w.C. 7.0" w.C. 11....

  • Page 6: Table of Contents

    34380-0-0914 page 6 table of contents before you start ...................................................................................................................2 carton contents & hardware pack ......................................................................................3 importan...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    34380-0-0914 page 7 introduction 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. Installation on rugs and tile if this fireplace is installed directly on carpeting, ti...

  • Page 8: Accessories

    34380-0-0914 page 8 accessories accessories for vfll(38,48)fp30 (millivolt) models remote control accessories description frbtc battery operated remote control with thermostat frbtp battery operated programmable remote control trw remote wall thermostat (wireless) accessories part number description...

  • Page 9

    34380-0-0914 page 9 definitions: danger - indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoid- ed, will result in death or serious injury. Warning - indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Caution - indicates a hazardous situation which, if not...

  • Page 10

    34380-0-0914 page 10 • avoid the use of scented air fresheners (plug in type air fresheners, etc. ) while the fireplace is in operation. Air fresheners produce a residue in the air similar to candles and may produce a soot like substance. • avoid the use of scented or decorative candles while the fi...

  • Page 11

    34380-0-0914 page 11 safety information for users of lp-gas propane (lp-gas) is a flammable gas which can cause fires and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and colorless. You may not know all the following safety precautions which can protect both you and your family from an acci...

  • Page 12

    34380-0-0914 page 12 proper primary airflow into burner for proper burner operation and flame appearance, the flow of primary air into the venturi tube, located at the gas inlet of the burner, must not be reduced. This flow of air is reduced if dirt, lint or other obstructions build-up around or ins...

  • Page 13

    34380-0-0914 page 13 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 are recommended as supplemental heat (a room) rather than a primary heat source...

  • Page 14

    34380-0-0914 page 14 provisions for adequate combustion & ventilation air (continued) the space in the above example is a confined space because the actual btu/hr used is more than the maximum btu/hr the space can support. You must provide additional fresh air. Your options are as follows: a. Rework...

  • Page 15: Fireplace Dimensions

    34380-0-0914 page 15 fireplace dimensions figure 7 index letter dimension description vfll38fp vfll48fp dimensions in inches a the maximum height of firebox face (excluding standoffs) 21-1/8 21-1/8 b the maximum width of the firebox face (excluding nailing flanges) 43-1/4 52-3/4 c the maximum depth ...

  • Page 16

    34380-0-0914 page 16 framing & mounting bracket installation note: you must use the framing and middle mounting brack- ets that are supplied with the fireplace. The brackets are shipped under the burner cover, inside the fireplace. 1. Locate the three steel middle mounting brackets under the burner ...

  • Page 17

    34380-0-0914 page 17 junction box wiring installation caution: all wiring should be done by a qualified electrician and shall be in compliance with all local, city and state building codes. Before mak- ing the electrical connection, make sure that main power supply is disconnected. The fireplace, wh...

  • Page 18

    34380-0-0914 page 18 3. Lift the complete burner and valve assembly upward, then turn it sideways in fireplace opening to gain easy access to the junction box. See figure 19. You may remove the complete burner and valve assembly as shown in figure 19. Figure 19 4 the junction box is located on the r...

  • Page 19: Gas Supply

    34380-0-0914 page 19 gas supply caution: two gas line installations at the same time are prohibited. The access plate to the switching means shall not be opened while the heater is in operation. The gas pipeline can be brought in through the right or left side of the fireplace. The insert has a flex...

  • Page 20: Clearances

    34380-0-0914 page 20 clearances finished wall flat mantel shelf 2” d b 4” 6” 8” 10” 12” c e f g top of fireplace openeing combustibles in shaded area not allowed non-combustible material (may be installed to edge of fireplace opening) standoffs header a figure 26 dimension (in inches) model a b c d ...

  • Page 21: Fireplace Installation

    34380-0-0914 page 21 built-in fireplace installation built-in installation of this fireplace involves installing the fireplace into a framed-in enclosure. This makes the front of the fireplace flush with a wall or the front of the fireplace window flush with a wall. Frame in rough opening. Use dimen...

  • Page 22: Fireplace Installation

    34380-0-0914 page 22 finished wall non-combustible board installed on top of appliance flush with face for tiling over face or fireplace appliance opening figure 28 - tiling or non-combustible material application tile or non-combustbile materials can be applied on top of the non-combustible board a...

  • Page 23: Fireplace Installation

    34380-0-0914 page 23 rough opening for installing in wall (built-in) figure 32 rough opening for elevated installation (built-in) figure 33 table 3 - minimum dimensions (in inches) for figures 28 - 34 a b c d e f g vfll38fp(3,9)0l25 11-3/4* 43-1/2 35-1/4 48-7/8 69 34-1/2 11-1/4 vfll38fp(3,9)0l 13-3/...

  • Page 24: Combustible Materials

    34380-0-0914 page 24 combustible materials combustible material do not attach combustible material to the mantel of your fireplace. This is a fire hazard. Figure 35 television considerations installing a television above a fireplace has become increasingly popular; however, the area above any firepl...

  • Page 25: Cleaning And Servicing

    34380-0-0914 page 25 annual inspection and cleaning by your dealer or qualified service technician is recommended to prevent malfunction and/or sooting. Turn off fireplace and allow to cool before cleaning. Remove any optional decorative covers or decorative glass material. Gloves are recommended. P...

  • Page 26

    34380-0-0914 page 26 decorative glass accessory installation warning failure to position the parts in accordance with the dia- grams and instructions below or failure to use only parts specifically approved for use with this fireplace may result in property damage or personal injury. Notice: the bur...

  • Page 27

    34380-0-0914 page 27 2. Apply the accessory decorative media to the shaded area only. See figure 44. Use enough to cover the floor of the fireplace, but do not allow the media to reach higher than the flange sur- rounding the burner. Never place decorative media inside the flange surrounding the bur...

  • Page 28

    34380-0-0914 page 28 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 floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the...

  • Page 29: Ip Lighting Instructions

    34380-0-0914 page 29 to turn off gas to fireplace 1. Stop! Read the safety information above. 2. Turn off electric power to the appliance. 3. Remove front surround panel assembly or bottom louver if included. 4. Turn gas cock counterclockwise to “on” position. 5. Wait ten (10) minutes to clear out a...

  • Page 30: Pilot Flame Characteristics

    34380-0-0914 page 30 figures 49 and 51 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 50...

  • Page 31: Millivolt Wiring

    34380-0-0914 page 31 flames from the pilot (front center of burner) as well as the main flame should be visually checked as the fireplace is installed. In normal operation at full rate after 10 to 15 minutes, the flame appearance should be sets of yellow flames. Notice: all flames will be random by ...

  • Page 32

    34380-0-0914 page 32 frbc - millivolt control system installation and operating instructions if you cannot read or understand these installation instructions do not attempt to install or operate introduction this remote control system was developed to provide safe, reli- able, and user-friendly remo...

  • Page 33

    34380-0-0914 page 33 frbc - millivolt control system installation warning this remote control system must be installed exactly as outlined in these instructions. Read all instructions completely before at- tempting installation. Follow instructions carefully during instal- lation. Any modifications ...

  • Page 34

    34380-0-0914 page 34 general information matching security codes each transmitter can use one of 255 unique security codes. It may be necessary to program the remote receiver to learn the security code of the transmitter upon initial use, if batteries are replaced, or if a replacement transmitter is...

  • Page 35: Millivolt Troubleshooting

    34380-0-0914 page 35 if the gas quality is bad, your pilot may not stay lit, the burners may produce soot and the fireplace 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...

  • Page 36

    34380-0-0914 page 36 proflame - ip control system technical data remote control supply voltage 4.5 v (three 1.5 v aaa batteries) ambient temperature ratings 0-50°c (32 - 122°f) radio frequency 315 mhz receiver supply voltage 6.0 v (four 1.5 v aa batteries) ambient temperature ratings 0-60°c (32 - 14...

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    34380-0-0914 page 37 proflame - ip control system transmitter (remote control with lcd display) the proflame transmitter uses a streamline design with a simple button layout and informative lcd display (figure 58). The transmitter is powered by 3 aaa type batteries. A mode but- ton is provided to in...

  • Page 38

    34380-0-0914 page 38 proflame - ip control system operating procedure initializing the system for the first time install the 4 aa batteries into the receiver battery bay. Note the polarity of battery and insert into the battery bay as indicated on the battery cover (+/-). Place the 3 position slider...

  • Page 39

    34380-0-0914 page 39 proflame - ip control system remote flame control the proflame gtm has six (6) flame levels. With the system on, and the flame level at the maximum in the fireplace, pressing the down arrow button once will reduce the flame height by one step until the flame is turned off. The u...

  • Page 40

    34380-0-0914 page 40 proflame - ip control system room thermostat ( transmitter operation) the remote control can operate as a room thermostat. The ther- mostat can be set to a desired temperature to control the comfort level in a room. To activate this function, press the thermostat button (figure ...

  • Page 41

    34380-0-0914 page 41 proflame - ip control system button lock this function will lock the buttons to avoid unsupervised operation. To activate this function, press the mode and the up arrow but- ton at the same time (figure 71). To de-activate this function, press the mode and the up arrow button at...

  • Page 42: Ip Operating Instructions

    34380-0-0914 page 42 ip operating instructions 5.25 vdc electronic control valve the electronic control valve system includes the ability to switch the pilot from a standing pilot mode to an intermittent pilot mode. • ip mode - in the intermittent pilot mode, when the unit is turned on, it will caus...

  • Page 43: Ip Wiring

    34380-0-0914 page 43 ip wiring if any of the original wire as supplied with this unit must be replaced, it must be replaced with equivalent gauge and temperature rated wire. This fireplace is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate and may be installed in an aftermarket, perm...

  • Page 44: Ip Troubleshooting

    34380-0-0914 page 44 ip troubleshooting brief description of the components the digital fireplace control (dfc) is an automatic gas ignition system based on a single micro-controller core. This control man- ages all functions related to ignition, flame sensing and supervi- sion for atmospheric appli...

  • Page 45: Ip Troubleshooting

    34380-0-0914 page 45 ip troubleshooting 1 if the dfc giving signal lock out: the board should be unlocked to reinitiate a pilot flame ignition (for the correct unlock sequence refer to the dfc use and installation instructions). Is the dfc board in lock out? 1. Verify the electrical connections’ int...

  • Page 46: Ip Troubleshooting

    34380-0-0914 page 46 ip troubleshooting 2 main burner lights when the pilot only should light. Pilot holds the flame?. Main burner ignites? Main burner remains on 1. Replace dfc board. 2. Replace the gas valve. 1. Verify the pilot flame fully engulfs the tip of the sense electrode. If not replace th...

  • Page 47: How to Order Repair Parts

    34380-0-0914 page 47 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 48: Vfll38Fp3 Parts List

    34380-0-0914 page 48 vfll38fp3 parts list index no. Part no. Description vfll38fp30l vfll38fp30l25 1 30378 30378 inner firebox top assembly 2 dv612 dv612 bracket (used as glass retainer) 3 30291 30291 accent light cover plate 4 r11231 r11231 glass 5 29483 29483 burner cover assembly 6 34438 34438 bu...

  • Page 49: Vfll38Fp3 Exploded View

    34380-0-0914 page 49 vfll38fp3 exploded view.

  • Page 50: Vfll38Fp9 Parts List

    34380-0-0914 page 50 vfll38fp9 parts list index no. Part no. Description vfll38fp90l vfll38fp90l25 1 30378 30378 inner firebox top assembly 2 dv612 dv612 bracket (used as glass retainer) 3 30291 30291 accent light cover plate 4 r11231 r11231 glass 5 29483 29483 burner cover assembly 6 34438 34438 bu...

  • Page 51: Vfll38Fp9 Exploded View

    34380-0-0914 page 51 vfll38fp9 exploded view.

  • Page 52: Vfll48Fp(3,9) Parts List

    34380-0-0914 page 52 vfll48fp(3,9) parts list vfll48fp3 index no. Part no. Description 1 32662 inner firebox top assembly 2 dv612 bracket (used as glass re- tainer) 3 30291 accent light cover plate 4 r11746 glass 5 32820 burner cover assembly 6 34461 burner box back 7 r11747 glass 8 r11745 burner, t...

  • Page 53: Vfll48Fp(3,9) Exploded View

    34380-0-0914 page 53 vfll48fp(3,9) exploded view.

  • Page 54: Fireplace Service History

    34380-0-0914 page 54 fireplace service history date dealer name service technician name service performed/notes.

  • Page 55: Warranty

    34380-0-0914 page 55 empire comfort systems inc. Warranties this hearth product to be free from defects at the time of purchase and for the pe- riods specified below. Hearth products must be installed by a qualified technician and must be maintained and operated safely, in accordance with the instru...

  • Page 56: Www.Empirecomfort.Com

    34380-0-0914 page 56 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.Com.