Empire VFP36PB2EF-2 Installation instructions and owner's manua

Manual is about: Premium Vent-Free Universal Fireboxes

Summary of VFP36PB2EF-2

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    Installation instructions and owner's manual premium vent-free universal fireboxes do not attempt to modify or alter the construction of the firebox or its compo- nents. Any modification or alteration of construction may void the warranty of this firebox. Children and adults should be alerted to the...

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    26557-0-0110 page 2 section page important safety information ............................................................................................... 3 introduction ........................................................................................................................... 3 c...

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    26557-0-0110 page 3 the installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the national fuel gas code, ansi z223.1 (latest edition) and to the national electrical code, ansi/nfpa70 (latest edition). Note: installation and repair should be done by a quali- fied service...

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    26557-0-0110 page 4 sidewall clearances: the clearance from the inside of the firebox to perpendicular combustible side wall should not be less than 1 3/4". See figures 1a and 1b. Combustible material clearance from front of firebox: 36" minimum firebox side and back clearances: the firebox outer ca...

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    26557-0-0110 page 5 figure 3a - mantel clearances with standard hood figure 3b - mantel clearances with optional extended hood mantel standard hood 17 ½” 10” 12” max 42” min. (ceiling to top of hood) 4 ½” min. Firebox face 84” min. (ceiling to floor) ceiling combustibles allowed 3/8” combustible cle...

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    26557-0-0110 page 6 any vent-free gas log heater must be “for use with approved ansi z21.11.2 unvented room heater.” follow and complete the installation instructions of the gas log set and the requirements of this firebox. Check all fittings for leaks before lighting the gas log set. In planning th...

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    26557-0-0110 page 7 figure 6 firebox dimensions firebox installation instructions (continued) louvered panels flush panels vfp36sb vfp36pb vfp36sb vfp36pb a 38 1/8" 38 1/8" 38 1/8" 38 1/8" b 39" 39" 39" 39" c 24" 24" 24" 24" d 25 1/2" 25 1/2" 25 1/2" 25 1/2" e 36" 36" 36" 36" f 34 1/4" 35 1/4" 34 1/...

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    26557-0-0110 page 8 locating firebox place firebox in framed opening. Attach the framing brackets to the firebox and secure firebox to framing. Different hole locations can be used for finishing materials with thicknesses of 3/8", 1/2" and 3/4". Secure the brackets with screws provided using two (2)...

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    26557-0-0110 page 9 the firebox is designed to accept a gas line for an approved vent- free gas logset. Have the line installed by a qualified service person in accordance with all building codes. Consult local building codes to properly size the gas supply line leading to the connection of the logs...

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    26557-0-0110 page 10 wiring instructions for installing a dual switch / receptacle in order to install both the optional blower and accent light ac- cessories, it will be necessary to install the junction box so that the duplex receptacle wiring is split. This will allow each side of the receptacle ...

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    26557-0-0110 page 11 blower and junction box access cover plate attention: install blower assembly before connecting gas inlet supply line. Wiring the appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the national electric...

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    26557-0-0110 page 12 4. Insert blower assembly into interior, bottom of firebox. Po- sition blower assembly so that you align the notch on back of blower assembly with the center screw on side/end panel, then push the blower assembly against firebox outer panel. The blower wheel must be centered wit...

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    26557-0-0110 page 13 blower motor the blower motor does not have oiling holes. Do not attempt to oil the blower motor. Blower wheels the blower wheels will collect lint and could require periodic cleaning. If the air output decreases or the noise level increases, it indicates a dirty blower wheel. R...

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    26557-0-0110 page 14 parts list use only manufacturer’s replacement parts. Use of any other parts could cause injury or death. Index number part number description vfp36sb2el vfp36sb2ef vfp36pb2el vfp36pb2ef 1 - - - - firebox assembly 2 17149 17149 17149 17149 top standoff 3 r9655 r9655 r9655 r9655 ...

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    26557-0-0110 page 15 see-through firebox parts view 1 2 3 4 5 8 7 8 9 11 12 13 16 17 18 19 20 22 7 24 23 27 23 12 13 9 11 24 20 19 18 27 17 3 4.

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    26557-0-0110 page 16 peninsula firebox parts view 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 25 26 23 24 27 12 23 24 13 9 11 3 4 20 19 18 17.

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    26557-0-0110 page 17 accessory description model numbers fan kit designed to provide forced air flow. Note: for use with louvered or flush panel models. Fbb5 variable speed control kit wall mounted variable speed control for use with fbb5 blower scv-1 frame kits standard 3-piece frame kits black, br...

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    26557-0-0110 page 18 extended 4" hoods extended hoods that extend out 2" farther than the stan- dard hoods, to accommodate thicker surround materials. Available as optional kits in black, brass, hammered pewter, and stainless steel finishes. Note: not available for peninsula open ends. Contact deale...

  • Page 19: Premium Vent-Free Universal

    26557-0-0110 page 19 web site: www.Empirecomfort.Com premium vent-free universal fireboxes see-through firebox models: vfp36sb2el-2 vfp36sb2ef-2 peninsula firebox models: vfp36pb2el-2 vfp36pb2ef-2 empire comfort systems 918 freeburg avenue belleville, illinois 62220-2623 gas-fired louvered panels fl...

  • Page 20: Empire

    26557-0-0110 page 20 web site: www.Empirecomfort.Com premium vent-free universal fireboxes see-through firebox models: peninsula firebox models: vfp36sb2el-2 vfp36pb2el-2 vfp36sb2ef-2 vfp36pb2ef-2 empire comfort systems 918 freeburg avenue belleville, illinois 62220-2623 mantel clearances with stand...

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    26557-0-0110 page 21 36” min. 42” min. (ceiling to top of hood) 1 3/4” min. Perpendicular combustible sidewall 36” min. 42” min. (ceiling to top of hood) 1 3/4” min. Perpendicular combustible sidewall see through firebox clearances peninsula firebox clearances premium vent-free firebox framing dimen...

  • Page 22: Service Notes

    26557-0-0110 page 22 service notes.

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    26557-0-0110 page 23 service notes.

  • Page 24: Empire

    26557-0-0110 page 24 empire empire comfort systems empire comfort systems inc. 918 freeburg ave. Belleville, il 62220 ph: 618-233-7420 or 800-851-3153 fax: 618-233-7097 or 800-443-8648 info@empirecomfort.Com www.Empirecomfort.Com.