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Sidewall clearances:

 The clearance from the inside of the firebox 

to perpendicular combustible side wall should not be less than 

6". 

See Figure 1.

Firebox Side and Back clearances:

 The firebox outer casing side 

and back flanges are zero clearance to combustibles.

Top Framing and Finishing:

 combustible framing may rest on 

top of standoffs. Combustible finishing materials may extend 

to the top standoff screws on the front edge of the outer wrap. 

See Figure 2

.

ceiling clearances:

 The ceiling height should not be less than 42" 

from the top of the hood. 

See Figures 3a and 3b.

Mantel clearances: 

Vent free firebox models must use the hood 

supplied  with  the  firebox,  or  one  of  the  optional  hood  kits 

available for each model. if a combustible mantel is installed, 

it must meet the clearance requirements detailed below.

grate clearance: 

the minimum clearance between the front legs 

of the grate and front edge of the firebox is 2".

Leave at least 36" clearance from the front of the firebox.

cLEaRancES

45°

6”

3”

MAX.

PERPENDICULAR
SIDE WALL

FRONT FACE (SIDE)

FIREBOX

(TOP VIEW)

COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIALS ALLOWED
IN SHADED AREAS

MANTEL

STANDARD
HOOD

13”

10”

12”

MAX

42”

MIN.

(CEILING TO
TOP OF HOOD)

11 1/2”

MIN.

FIREBOX
FACE

84”

MIN.

(CEILING TO FLOOR)

CEILING

COMBUSTIBLES

ALLOWED

3/8” COMBUSTIBLE
CLEARANCE REQUIRED
FROM TOP EDGE
OF FIREBOX

10”

22”

8”

20”

6 ½”

18”

5”

16”

3 ½”

14”

2”

12 ½”

3/4”

24 ½”

0”

Figure 1

Figure 2

Figure 3a - Mantel clearances with Standard hood

Figure 3b - Mantel clearances with Optional extended hood

MANTEL

EXTENDED HOOD
(VB4H SERIES)

10”

12”

MAX

42”

MIN.

(CEILING TO
TOP OF HOOD)

8”

MIN.

FIREBOX
FACE

84”

MIN.

(CEILING TO FLOOR)

CEILING

COMBUSTIBLES

ALLOWED

3/8” COMBUSTIBLE
CLEARANCE REQUIRED
FROM TOP EDGE
OF FIREBOX

10”

22”

8”

20”

6 ½”

18”

5”

16”

3 ½”

14 ½”

2 ½”

24 ½”

0”

16 ½”

FIREBOX

STAND OFF

COMBUSTIBLE

FINISHED WALL

OR MANTEL

2 X 4

HEADER

TOP OUTER

WRAP

FINISH WITH TRIM KIT

OR NON-COMBUSTIBLE

MATERIAL AS DESIRED.

Summary of Contents for FS36FB3EF-3

Page 1: ...on consult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier Carefully review the instructions supplied with the decora tive type unvented room heater for the minimum fireplace size requirement DO NOT INSTALL a vent free log set IN THIS FIREBOX UNLESS THIS FIREBOX MEETS THE MINIMUM DIMENSIONS REQUIRED FOR THE INSTALLATION GAS FIRED ANSI Z21 91 Ventless Fireplace Enclosures for Gas Fired Dec...

Page 2: ...ebox Installation Instructions 5 7 Installing Hood 7 8 Gas Line Connection 8 Optional Single Speed Blower Installation Instructions 9 11 Junction Box Wiring Installation Instructions 12 Maintenance 12 Parts List 12 13 Parts View 14 How to Order Repair Parts 14 Accessories 15 16 TABLE OF CONTENTS ...

Page 3: ...f such component part or accessory Any such action may create a possible fire hazard Consult your local building codes Firebox Screen The firebox screen must be in place when the firebox is operating Instructions to Installer 1 Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after installation 2 Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card supplied with firebox 3 Installer should s...

Page 4: ...learance The minimum clearance between the front legs of the grate and front edge of the firebox is 2 Leave at least 36 clearance from the front of the firebox CLEARANCES 45 6 3 MAX PERPENDICULAR SIDE WALL FRONT FACE SIDE FIREBOX TOP VIEW COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS ALLOWED IN SHADED AREAS MANTEL STANDARD HOOD 13 10 12 MAX 42 MIN CEILING TO TOP OF HOOD 11 1 2 MIN FIREBOX FACE 84 MIN CEILING TO FLOOR CEI...

Page 5: ...on all four perimeter edges on the bottom of the unit Example Four 4 concrete masonry blocks If the firebox is installed directly on carpeting tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring it should be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the unit At this point you should have decided what components to include in your installation and where the fi...

Page 6: ...ed SELECT REFERENCE LETTER FLUSH VFS32 VFS36 VFS42 A 41 1 8 41 1 8 41 1 8 B 34 1 2 39 1 2 43 1 2 C 23 7 16 23 7 16 23 7 16 D 26 3 8 31 3 8 35 3 8 E 38 1 2 38 1 2 38 1 2 F 31 36 40 G 31 3 4 31 3 4 31 3 4 H 2 1 8 2 1 8 2 1 8 I 34 34 34 J 4 1 4 4 1 4 4 1 4 K 7 5 8 7 5 8 7 5 8 L 36 1 2 39 1 16 41 1 16 M 73 1 16 78 1 16 82 1 16 ...

Page 7: ...hed with each firebox or optional hood MUST be installed before the firebox is used Failure to do so may create a possible fire hazard The hood is located inside the firebox on flush face units If brass stainless steel or hammered pewter hoods are desired they can be purchased as an option Attachment is the same as the standard black hood Flush Face Models 1 On flush face models loosen the two scr...

Page 8: ... pressure to a maximum of 14 w c This is in addition to the regulator fitted to the log set WARNING CONNECTION DIRECTLY TO AN UNREGULATED L P TANK CAN CAUSE EXPLOSION Install only a ANSI Z21 11 2 vent free log set into this firebox Figure 10 Extended Hoods If your non combustible facing material is over 1 in thickness that will be used to finish this firebox an extended hood is available that will...

Page 9: ...tion of the wiring be performed by a qualified electrician See Figure 12 1 If installed turn OFF gas supply to firebox gas log 2 If applicable turn OFF electric supply to firebox CAUTION ALL WIRING SHOULD BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN AND SHALL BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL LOCAL CITY AND STATE BUILDING CODES BEFORE MAKING THE ELECTRI CAL CONNECTION MAKE SURE THAT MAIN POWER SUPPLY IS DISCONNECTE...

Page 10: ...minal Attach this terminal to the open terminal on the blower power cord See Figure 19 Connection B 10 Route the wires away from moving parts of the blower as sembly and retain wires together near the blower motor using the plastic purse clip provided 11 To complete the installation plug the power cord into the junction box receptacle at the right rear corner of the firebox outer wrap See Figure 1...

Page 11: ... a dirty blower wheel Remove fan and clean blower wheels Warning Unplugging of blower accessory will not stop the heater from cycling To turn off gas to the heater millivolt model push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to OFF Do not force To turn off gas on direct ignition model turn gas line valve to OFF 1 FBB5 BLOWER ASSEMBLY COMPLETE 2 R9901 FAN CONTROL SWITCH 1 2 A B 110 VOLT AC ...

Page 12: ...urner area surrounding the logs clean by vacuuming or brushing area at least twice a year THE LOGS CAN GET VERY HOT HANDLE ONLY WHEN COOL Always turn off gas to the pilot before cleaning For relighting refer to lighting instructions located on the log set Never obstruct the flow of the combustion and ventilation air Keep the front of the firebox clear of all obstacles and materials Screens must be...

Page 13: ...9293 HEARTH LEDGE LEFT 16 R9295 R9295 R9295 R9295 HEARTH LEDGE CENTER 17 23004 23004 23004 23004 RETAINER HEARTH LEDGE ITEM VFS42FB2DF VFS42FB3DF VFS42FB2EF VFS42FB3EF DESCRIPTION 1 17247 17247 17247 17247 TOP STANDOFF 2 10554 10554 10554 10554 FRAMING BRACKET 3 17162 17162 17162 17162 JUNCTION BOX ASSEMBLY 4 R3492 R3492 R3492 R3492 Receptacle 5 R3491 R3491 R3491 R3491 COVER JUNCTION BOX 6 19945 1...

Page 14: ...m the name plate on your equipment Then determine the Part Number not the Index Number and the Description of each part from the following appropriate illustration and list Be sure to give all this information Firebox Model Number Part Description Firebox Serial Number Part Number Do not order bolts screws washers or nuts They are standard hardware items and can be purchased at any local hardware ...

Page 15: ...use with FBB5 blower SCV 1 Frame Kits Standard 3 Piece Frame Kits Black Brass Stainless Steel or Hammered Pewter Extruded Aluminum Frame Kits Black Brass Stainless Steel or Hammered Pewter Contact dealer for all available optional frame kits Standard Hood Brass hood BR Stainless Steel SS Hammered Pewter HP Contact dealer for all available optional hood accessories ACCESSORIES ...

Page 16: ...nd Stainless Steel finishes Contact dealer for all available optional frame kit accessories Decorative Frame Kits Available as optional kits in Black Brass Hammered Pew ter and Stainless Steel finishes Contact dealer for all available optional decorative door kit accessories ACCESSORIES continued EMPIRE EMPIRE Comfort Systems Empire Comfort Systems Inc 918 Freeburg Ave Belleville IL 62220 If you h...

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