Majestic 24VFSC Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

Summary of 24VFSC

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    Vfs, dbx vent-free fireplace systems installation & operating instructions models: 24vfsc, 32vfsc, dbx24 334051 vfs dbx cover if the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. – do not store or use gaso...

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    33d4051 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces contents important safety information .................................... 3 code approval ............................................................. 4 product features ......................................................... 5 gas pressures ...........

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    33d4051 3 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces important safety information w arning • any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous. • improper installation or use of the heater can cause serious injury or death from fire, burns, explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning. • do not allow ...

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    4 33d4051 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces important safety information as they are burned off during the initial operation of the appliance; possibly causing headaches or eye or lung irritation. This is a normal and temporary occurrence. The initial break-in operation should last two to three ...

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    33d4051 5 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces product features this vent-free fireplace must be mounted on the floor or on the optional fireplace hearth. Operation this unvented gas heater requires no outside venting and burns cleanly with high heating efficiency. This zero-clearance unvented gas ...

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    6 33d4051 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces o - min. Rough opening width min. Rough opening depth 1/2” or 5/8” min. Rough opening height l 334051 vfs dbx dims a b c d h e f g j p s r q s i n m k fireplace and framing dimensions figure 2 - fireplace and framing dimensions ref. 24vfsc/dbx24 32vfsc...

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    33d4051 7 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces getting started make sure you have received all parts: check your packing list to verify that all listed parts have been received. You should have the following: • unvented gas heater • trim kit • two () 90°-angle brackets • ceramic fiber logs • instal...

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    8 33d4051 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces fireplace installation fireplace location carefully select the best location for installation of your unvented fireplace. The following factors should be taken into consideration. • clearance to side wall, ceiling, woodwork and window or other combusti...

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    33d4051 9 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces fireplace installation ensure that minimum clearances shown in figures 4 and 5 are maintained. Left and right clearances are determined when facing the front of the firebox. Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe installation. Failure to fo...

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    10 33d4051 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces fireplace installation if unit is to be “built in”, fireplace framing can be built before or after the appliance is set in place. Be sure that all packing material has been removed from the underside of the unit prior to setting the firebox in place. ...

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    33d4051 11 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces fireplace installation securing heater to floor or hearth note: clearance requirements as detailed in “clearances and height requirements” section on page 15 of this manual, must be met before securing the heater in place. To prevent movement, the hea...

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    1 33d4051 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces fireplace installation notice: a qualified gas appliance installer must connect the heater to the gas supply. Consult all local codes. W arning use new black iron or steel pipe. Internally tinned copper or copper tubing can be used per national fuel co...

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    33d4051 13 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces fireplace installation when tightening the joint to the valve, hold the valve securely to prevent movement. Test all gas joints from the gas meter to the heater valve for leaks using a gas analyzer or soap and water solution after completing connectio...

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    14 33d4051 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces electrical installation fp2112 wiring diagram 12/08 figure 14 - wiring diagram optional wall switch or remote receiver switch on/off switch on/off switch wall switch ods pilot valve th = 3 tp = 1 tp/th = ods pilot spade terminal fp11 w arning label al...

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    33d4051 15 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces electrical installation connect remote receiver these instructions supercede the section entitled “hearth mount” in the milli-volt hand-held remote instructions supplied with the remote. Figure 15 1. Remove bottom louvre door. . Connect the remote con...

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    16 33d4051 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces final installation w arning do not operate the unit without the screen frame panel and canopy installed. Remove screen 1. Remove bottom louver. Figure 16 2. Removing fireplace screen frame panel by pushing screen frame panel up and out. Figure 16 note...

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    33d4051 17 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces log placement before you begin — this unit is supplied with six (6) ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands. Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. After handling the logs, wash your hands gently w...

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    18 33d4051 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces log placement dbx24c log placement install one-piece log on two burner pins. Figure 20 32vfsc log placement figure 19 1. Install front right log (#1) on two pins on right side of burner. . Install left front log (#) on two pins on left side of burner....

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    33d4051 19 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces fp2501 manual pilot flame fp2273 pilot bad flame fp2272 pilot correct flame flame appearance flames from the pilot, front and rear burner should be visually checked as soon as the heater is installed. In addition, periodically check the flames visuall...

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    0 33d4051 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces flame appearance checking burner flame 24vfsc and 32vfsc models in normal operation at full rate after 15 minutes, the follow- ing flame appearances should be observed: burner will have a random pattern of yellow flames. Fig- ures 24 and 25. There shou...

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    33d4051 1 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces operating instructions a. This appliance is equipped with a piezo ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. If piezo is not working properly, refer to match lighting instructions, page 25. B. Before operating smell all around the appliance ...

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    33d4051 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces operating instructions manual control lighting instructions 1. Stop! Read the safety information. . Make sure the manual shutoff valve is fully open. 3. This heater is equipped with an ignition device (piezo) which automatically lights the pilot. 4. Refe...

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    33d4051 3 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces operating instructions thermostatic control lighting instructions to turn off gas to heater 1. Turn control knob clockwise to off position to completely shut off the heater. . If applicable: turn off all electric power to the heater. 1. Stop! Read the ...

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    4 33d4051 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces operating instructions milli-volt control lighting instructions 1. Stop! Read the safety information label. . Make sure the manual shutoff valve is fully open. 3. This gas log set is equipped with an ignition device (piezo) which automatically lights t...

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    33d4051 5 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces operating instructions and maintenance match lighting instructions 1. Remove any items necessary for easy access to the pilot (for example: logs, screens, etc.). . Follow appropriate lighting instructions found previously. Instead of pushing and releas...

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    6 33d4051 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces troubleshooting w arning 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. Observed problem ods...

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    33d4051 7 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces replacement parts 1 4 3 2 5 6 334051 firebox parts vfsc/dbxc firebox parts ref. Description qty. 24vfsc dbx24c 32vfsc 1. Canopy 1 33d4000 33d4000 33d5000 . Screen assy. 1 33d4501 33d4501 33d5501 3. Left firebrick (optional) 1 33d4033 33d4033 33d503 4. ...

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    8 33d4051 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces replacement parts 1 3 14 15 16 2 9 7 8 6 5 4 10 10 10 13 13 5 11 12 334051 24vfsc burner parts 24vfsc millivolt & manual control burner parts 24vfsc millivolt 24vfsc manual ref. Description qty. Natural propane natural propane 1. Burner/grate assy. 1 3...

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    33d4051 9 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces replacement parts 1 10 11 3 12 13 14 15 16 2 7 8 6 9 9 10 4 4 5 334051 32vfsc burner parts 32vfsc millivolt burner parts 32vfsc millivolt ref. Description qty. Natural propane 1. Burner/grate assy. 1 33d5050 33d5050 . Injector 1 33d5040 33d5039 3. Vent...

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    30 33d4051 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces replacement parts 10 1 2 8 9 7 6 3 4 5 334051 24dbxc burner parts dbx24c t-stat burner parts dbx24c t-stat ref. Description qty. Natural propane 1. Burner 1 33d0070 33d0071 . Injector 1 18d053 33d081 3. Ods pilot valve tube, 3/16 1 49d0050 49d0050 4. ...

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    33d4051 31 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces optional accessories forced air kit if you are installing the forced air kit (models blo4-t, blo4-tb or blot), see the installation instructions provided with the kit for electrical wiring requirements or the blower installation sec- tion. Model 4vfsc...

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    3 33d4051 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces optional accessories installing optional firebrick panels 1. Remove optional firebrick panels from packaging. Check that you have the following: • 3 firebrick panels • two () retainer brackets • two () black screws if any part or parts are missing, con...

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    33d4051 33 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces optional accessories 3. Use one 90° angle trim bracket to join the corner of one piece of side trim to the corner of the top trim piece. Figure 37. A rubber hammer or handle of a claw hammer will help secure the corners. 4. Repeat for other side. Note...

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    34 33d4051 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces optional accessories fp2527 install trim assembled trim trim flush with front of fireplace fp57 figure 41 - slide assembled trim over top of heater fp2528 secure trim screws holes screw screw fp58 figure 42 - secure trim to fireplace.

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    33d4051 35 vfs & dbx series vent free fireplaces limited lifetime warranty policy lifetime warranty the following components are warranted for life to the original owner, subject to proof of purchase: firebox, combustion chamber, heat exchanger, grate and stainless steel burners. Five year warranty ...

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