Manual Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3

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  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 1

    Page 1 18954-2-0107 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER'S MANUAL UNVENTED GAS LOG HEA TER OR VENTED DECORA TIVE APPLIANCE MODELS EFFECTIVE DA TE JANUAR Y 2007 V ented/V ent-Fr ee Burner This is an unvented gas-fired heater . It uses air (oxygen) fr om the room in which it is installed. Pr ovis ions for adeq uate com busti on and ven tilat i ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 2

    Page 2 18954-2-0107 Section Page Important Safety Information .........................................................................................................................3 Safety Information for Users of LP Gas ..........................................................................................................4 Introduction ..... ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 3

    Page 3 18954-2-0107 W ARNING 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 heater for information concerning combustion a ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 4

    Page 4 18954-2-0107 Some people cannot smell well. Some people cannot smell the odor of the chemical put into the gas. Y ou 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 detect that odor . Sometimes other odors in the area ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 5

    Page 5 18954-2-0107 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 . T o prevent triggering of smoke alarms, ventilate the room in which the unit is installed. W ARNING: This appliance is for installation only in a solid-fue ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 6

    Page 6 18954-2-0107 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 cle ar and free from combust ible materi als, gasoli ne and other flammable vapors and liquids. Unvented gas heaters are a supplemental zone ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 7

    Page 7 18954-2-0107 Minimum Dimensions For Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces UL127 Factory Built Fireplaces (Figur e 2) Model A B C D VFSV -16 18" 1 1 1/2" 24" 18" VFSR-16 18" 1 1 1/2" 24" 18" VFSV -18 17" 14" 28" 17" VFSR-18 17" 14" 28" 17" VFSM-18 21" 14" 32&quo ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 8

    Page 8 18954-2-0107 Mantel Clearances with Hood (Figur e 5) Y ou must have non-combustible materials above the fireplace opening. Non-com bustible material must extend at least 8" above fireplace opening. W ith sheet metal, you must have non-combustible material behind it. Hea t resi stan t mate rial s such as sla te and ma rble must be at l ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 9

    Page 9 18954-2-0107 FOR MASONR Y BUIL T FIREPLACES FREE OPENING AREA OF CHIMNEY DAMPER FOR VENTING COM BUST ION PROD UCTS FR OM DEC ORA TIVE APP PLIA NCES FOR INST ALLA TION IN SOLID FUEL BURNING FIREPLACES • T urn off gas supply to fireplace or firebox. • Have the fireplace floor and chimney professionally cleaned to remove ashes, soot, cr ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 10

    Page 10 18954-2-0107 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 clam p can be used to elimin ate the potenti al for odor s when burning the logs for the first time. Installing Damper Clamp (Figur e 9) Re ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 11

    Page 1 1 18954-2-0107 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 always best to consult your local authority and ins ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 12

    Page 12 18954-2-0107 Refer to Parts List, Page 20 to order loose material (rock wool). 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. A TTENTION: DO NOT PLACE LA V A ROCKS ON BURN - ER, ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 13

    Page 13 18954-2-0107 HI/LO REGULA T OR CONTROL KNOB PIEZO IGNITOR FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING W ARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly , a fire or explosion may r esult 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 the ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 14

    Page 14 18954-2-0107 T O TURN OFF GAS T O APPLIANCE FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING W ARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly , a fire or explosion may r esult 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 instruction ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 15

    Page 15 18954-2-0107 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read the safety information. 2. Make sure the manual shutoff valve is fully open. 3. This hea ter is equippe d with an ignit ion devi ce (piez o) which automatically lights the pilot. 4. Refer to Figure 15 for the location of the piezo ignitor and control knob. Push in gas control knob slightly an ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 16

    Page 16 18954-2-0107 Figures 16 and 19 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 burn er flame meet. Figures 17 and 20 show an incorrect pilot flame patt ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 17

    Page 17 18954-2-0107 Annual inspection and cleaning by your dealer or qualified service technician is recommended to prevent malfunction and/or sooting. TURN OFF HEA TER AND ALLOW TO COOL BEFORE CLEANING. Remove logs, handling carefully by holding gently at each end. Gloves are recommended to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. If skin b ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 18

    Page 18 18954-2-0107 Th er mos ta ts ar e no t a pp rov ed o n v en te d d ec ora ti ve ap pl ia nce s. Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. W iring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. V erify proper operation after servicing. 16", 18", 24" and 30" Gas Logs (Millivolt) thermopile is self ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 19

    Page 19 18954-2-0107 If the gas quality is bad, your pilot may not stay lit, the burners may pr oduce soot and the heater may backfire when lit. If the gas quality or pressur e is low , contact your local gas supplier immediately . 1. When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/ pilot. a. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong - Replace p ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 20

    Page 20 18954-2-0107 Attention: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. USE ONL Y MANUF ACTURER'S REPLACEMENT P AR TS. USE OF ANY OTHER P AR TS COULD CAUSE INJUR Y OR DEA TH. Index Part Description No. No. COMMON P ARTS 1 15425 REAR LOG SUPPOR T (VFS(M,R,V)-16) 1 15426 REAR LOG SUPPOR T (VFS ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 21

    Page 21 18954-2-0107 Parts can be ordered only through your service person or dealer . For best results, the service person or dealer should order parts through the distributor . Parts can be shipped directly to the service person/dealer . All parts listed in the Parts List have a Part Number . When ordering parts, first obtain the Model Number fr ...

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    Page 22 18954-2-0107 SER VICE NOTES ...

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    Page 23 18954-2-0107 SER VICE NOTES ...

  • Empire Comfort Systems VFSM-30-3 - page 24

    Page 24 18954-2-0107 Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. 918 Freeburg A ve. Belleville, IL 62220 PH: 618-233-7420 or 800-851-3153 F AX: 618-233-7097 or 800-443-8648 info@empirecomfort.com www .empirecomfort.com ...

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