Majestic VFC32LPV Symphony Series Vent Free Liquid Propane User Manual

20308011 08/15 Rev. 1

This is an unvented gas-ﬁ red heater. It uses air

(oxygen) from the room in which it is installed.

Provisions for adequate combustion and ventil-

ation air must be provided. Refer to Page 8.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.

CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future

reference.

• Do not store or use gasoline or other

ﬂ ammable vapors and liquids in the

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

– Do not try to light any appliance.

– Do not touch any electrical switch; do

not use any phone in your building.

– Leave the buildling immediately.

– Immediately call your gas supplier from

a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas

supplier's instructions.

– If you cannot reach your gas supplier,

call the ﬁ re department.

• Installation and service must be performed

by a qualiﬁ ed installer, service agency or

the gas supplier.

WARNING: If the information in this

manual is not followed exactly, a ﬁ re or

explosion may result causing property

damage, personal injury or loss of life.

VFC Vent Free Fireplace System

Installation & Operating Instructions

Models: VFC24C, VFC24L, VFC32C & VFC32L

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CONTENTS

Important Safety Information .....................................3

Codes ......................................................................4

Product Features .........................................................5

Operation ................................................................5

Gas Pressures ........................................................5

Gas Speciﬁ cations and Oriﬁ ce Sizes ......................5

Ignition Controls ......................................................5

Pilot .........................................................................5

Thermal Generator ..................................................5

Cold Climate Option ................................................6

Fireplace and Framing Dimensions ...........................7

Pre-installation Information ........................................8

Getting Started ........................................................8

What You Will Need for Installation .........................8

Adequate Combusion and Ventilation .....................8

Fireplace Installation ...................................................9

Fireplace Location ...................................................9

Clearances ............................................................10

Framing and Anchoring ........................................10

Securing Heater to Floor or Hearth ....................... 11

Gas Line & Pressure .................................................12

Connecting the Gas Line ......................................12

Checking Gas Pressure: Millivolt Control ..............12

Check Gas Pressure — IPI ...................................13

Final Installation ........................................................13

Remove Screen ....................................................13

Install Canopy .......................................................13

Electrical Wiring — Millivolt .....................................14

Connect Optional Wall Switch or Thermostat .......14

Connect Remote Receiver ....................................15

Check System Operation ......................................16

Operating Instructions — Millivolt ...........................16

For Your Safety Read Before Lighting ..................16

Lighting Pilot for the First Time .............................16

Lighting Pilot .........................................................17

Lighting Burner ......................................................18

To Turn Off Gas .....................................................18

Electrical Installation — IPI.......................................19

Electrical Wiring ....................................................19

Junction Box Wiring ..............................................19

Wall Switch Installation .........................................20

IPI System Wiring Diagram ...................................20

Operating Instructions — IPI ....................................21

EcoLogic Control ...................................................21

For Your Safety Read Before Lighting ..................22

What to Do If You Smell Gas ................................22

Operating Instructions ...........................................22

To Turn Off Gas to Appliance ................................22

Electrical Wiring — Fan ............................................23

Log and Media Placement ........................................24

Cast Iron Grate Installation ...................................24

Rock Wool Placement ...........................................24

Log Placement (VFC24L and VFC32L only) .........25

Glass Only Placement ..........................................26

Flame Appearance .....................................................27

Pilot and Burner Flame Appearance .....................27

Check the Pilot Flame ...........................................27

Checking Burner Flame ........................................28

Operating Instructions ...........................................28

Operating Instructions ..............................................29

For Your Safety Read Before Lighting ..................29

Millivolt/Thermostat Control Lighting Instructions .30

To Turn Off Gas to Heater .....................................30

Match Lighting Instructions ...................................31

Blower Operation ..................................................31

Cleaning and Servicing .............................................32

Annual Cleaning and Inspection ...........................33

Periodic Cleaning .................................................33

Optional Accessories ................................................33

Forced Air Kit ........................................................33

Installing Optional Firebrick Panels .......................33

Installing Optional Porcelain Panels .....................34

Installing Optional Black Magic Panels .................35

Troubleshooting ........................................................35

Replacement Parts ....................................................38

VFC Firebox Parts ...............................................38

VFC24 Millivolt Burner Parts ................................39

VFC24 IPI Burner Parts .......................................40

VFC32 Millivolt Burner Parts ................................41

VFC33 IPI Burner Parts .......................................42

Log Parts ...............................................................43

Warranty .....................................................................44

Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Vermont Castings Group Fireplace.

PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation.

Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible ﬁ re hazard and will void the warranty.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

INSTALLER

Please leave these instructions with the appliance.

OWNER

Please retain these instructions for future reference

WARNING:

• 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 ﬁ re, burns,

explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning.

• Do not allow fans to blow directly into the ﬁ replace. Avoid any drafts that alter burner ﬂ ame

patterns.

• Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other accessory, not approved for use with

this heater where applicable.

13. Avoid any drafts that alter burner ﬂ ame patterns. Do not

allow fans to blow directly into ﬁ replace. Do not place

a blower inside burn area of ﬁ rebox. Ceiling fans may

create drafts that alter burner ﬂ ame patterns. Sooting

and improper burning will occur.

14. CAUTION: Candles, incense, oil lamps, etc. produce

combustion byproducts including soot. Vent-free

appliances will not ﬁ lter or clean soot produced by

these types of products. In addition, the smoke and/

or aromatics (scents) may be reburned in the vent-free

appliance which can produce odors. It is recommended

to minimize the use of candles, incense, etc. while the

vent-free appliance is in operation.

15. This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air

(oxygen) from the room in which it is installed. Provi-

sions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must

be provided.

16. This heater shall not be installed in a room or space

unless the required volume of indoor combustion air is

provided by the method described in the National Fuel

Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, the International

Fuel Gas Code or applicable local codes.

17. Keep room area clear and free from combustible mate-

rials, gasoline and other ﬂ ammable vapors and liquids.

18. Unvented gas heaters are a supplemental zone heater.

They are not intended to be the primary heating appli-

ance.

19. Unvented gas heaters emit moisture into the living

area. In most homes of average construction, this

does not pose a problem. In houses of extremely

tight construction, additional mechanical ventilation is

recommended.

20. During manufacturing, fabricating and shipping, various

components of this appliance are treated with certain

oils, ﬁ lms or bonding agents. These chemicals are not

harmful but may produce annoying smoke and smells

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.

1. Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be

located out of trafﬁ c and away from furniture and

draperies.

2. Children and adults should be alerted to the hazard

of high surface temperature and should stay away

to avoid burns or clothing ignition.

3. Young children should be carefully supervised when

they are in the same room with the appliance.

4. Do not place clothing or other ﬂ ammable material

on or near the appliance.

5. Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing

an appliance, must be replaced prior to operating

the heater.

6. Installation and repair should be done by a qualiﬁ ed

service person.

7. To prevent malfunction and/or sooting, an unvented

gas heater should be cleaned before use and at

least annually by a professional service person.

More frequent cleaning may be required due to

excessive lint from carpeting, bedding materials,

etc. It is imperative that control compartments,

burners and circulating air passageways be kept

clean.

8. CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING: Early signs of

carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to the ﬂ u with

headaches, dizziness and/or nausea. If you have these

signs, obtain fresh air immediately. Have the heater

serviced as it may not be operating properly.

9. The installation must conform with local codes or, in

the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel

Gas Code, ANSI Z223.l/NFPA54.

10. This unit complies with the latest edition of ANSI

Z21.11.2–2013, Unvented Heaters.

11. Do not install the heaters in a bathroom or bedroom.

12. Correct installation of the refractory cement logs,

proper location of the heater, and annual cleaning are

necessary to avoid potential problems with sooting.

Sooting, resulting from improper installation or opera-

tion, can settle on surfaces outside the ﬁ replace. See

log placement instructions for proper installation.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

CODES

Adhere to all local codes or, in their absence, the latest edition of THE NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI Z223.1 or

NFPA54 which can be obtained from:

American National Standards Institute, Inc.

1430 Broadway

New York, NY 10018

National Fire Protection Association, Inc.

Batterymarch Park

Quincy, MA 02269

The initial break-in operation should last six hours with

the burner at the highest setting. Provide maximum

ventilation by opening windows or doors to allow

odors to dissipate. Any odors remaining after this initial

break-in period will be slight and will disappear with

continued use.

21. Input ratings are shown in BTU per hour and are for

elevations up to 2,000 feet. For elevations above 2,000

feet, input ratings should be reduced 4 percent for each

1,000 feet above sea level. Refer to the National Fuel

Gas Code.

22. The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply

piping system by closing its equipment shutoff valve

during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping

system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig

(3.5 kPa).

23. Do not use this room heater if any part has been under

water. Immediately call a qualiﬁ ed service technician

to inspect the room heater and to replace any part of

the control system and any gas control which has been

under water.

24. Never burn solid fuels in a ﬁ replace where a unvented

room heater is installed.

25. Always have a ﬁ replace screen in place when the

appliance is in operation and, unless other provisions

for combustion air are provided, the screen must have

an opening(s) for induction of combustion air.

THIS APPLIANCE MAY BE INSTALLED IN AN

AFTER-MARKET, PERMANENTLY LOCATED,

MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOME, WHERE

NOT PROHIBITED BY LOCAL CODES.

THIS APPLIANCE IS ONLY FOR USE WITH THE

TYPE OF GAS INDICATED ON THE RATING

PLATE. THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT CONVERT-

IBLE FOR USE WITH OTHER GASES.

WARNING: Never connect unit to

private (non-utility) gas wells. This gas

is commonly known as wellhead gas.

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PRODUCT FEATURES

OPERATION

This unvented gas heater requires no outside venting

and burns cleanly with excellent heating efﬁ ciency. As a

zero-clearance appliance, it can be installed against (or

recessed into) any wall that is accessible to a gas line.

Piezo Ignition

Fireplace

Screen

Control Knobs

Figure 1 -

VFC Shown with Control Access Door Open

On/Off Switch

GAS PRESSURES

Control Fuel Millivolt and IPI

Regulator Pressure Nat. 3.5" w.c.

Pilot Regulator Nat. 3.5" w.c.

Max. Inlet Pressure Nat. 10.5" w.c.

Min. Inlet Pressure Nat. 5.0" w.c.

Regulator Pressure LP 10.0" w.c.

Max. Inlet Pressure LP 13.0" w.c.

Min. Inlet Pressure LP 11.0" w.c.

GAS SPECIFICATIONS AND ORIFICE SIZES

NOTE: For LP models an external regulator is required

to reduce supply pressure to a maximum of 13" w.c.

MODEL FUEL CONTROL

MAX

BTU

MIN

BTU

ORIFICE

SIZE

VFC24CNV NAT MILLIVOLT 22,000 16,000 2.35mm

VFC24CPV LP MILLIVOLT 22,000 20,000 1.45mm

VFC24CNI NAT IPI 22,000 16,000 2.35mm

VFC24CPI LP IPI 22,000 20,000 1.45mm

VFC24LNV NAT MILLIVOLT 22,000 16,000 2.35mm

VFC24LPV LP MILLIVOLT 22,000 20,000 1.45mm

VFC24LNI NAT IPI 22,000 16,000 2.35mm

VFC24LPI LP IPI 22,000 20,000 1.45mm

VFC32CNV NAT MILLIVOLT 28,000 19,000 #38

VFC32CPV LP MILLIVOLT 27,000 22,000 #52

VFC32CNI NAT IPI 28,000 19,000 #38

VFC32CPI LP IPI 27,000 22,000 #52

VFC32LNV NAT MILLIVOLT 28,000 19,000 #38

VFC32LPV LP MILLIVOLT 27,000 22,000 #52

VFC32LNI NAT IPI 28,000 19,000 #38

VFC32LPI LP IPI 27,000 22,000 #52

IGNITION CONTROLS

Piezo ignitor allows ignition of the pilot without the use of

matches or batteries.

Millivolt and EcoLogic

2.0 controls have four (4)

positions:

OFF - All gas to the gas logs is shut off at the

valve.

IGN - Valve position to light/maintain a standing

pilot.

ON - Valve position to turn ON/OFF log set with

remote switch/thermostat.

LOW/HI - Variable position to control ﬂ ame height

(heat output).

PILOT

The gas log heater is ﬁ tted with a specially designed safety

pilot light (ODS assembly) which senses the amount of

oxygen available in the room and shuts the gas log heater

off if the oxygen level begins to drop below a satisfactory

level. The pilot can only be re-lit when adequate fresh air

is available.

THERMAL GENERATOR

The millivolt gas log pilot is ﬁ tted with a millivolt generator

to provide power for remote activation.

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COLD CLIMATE OPTION (IPI Models Only)

NOTE: If you live in a cold climate, seal all cracks around

your appliance and wherever cold air could enter the room,

with noncombustible material. It is especially important to

insulate the outside chase cavity between the studs and

under the ﬂ oor on which the appliance rests, if the ﬂ oor is

above ground level.

Your ﬁ replace is equipped with an intermittent pilot ignition

(IPI) control. An IPI control with a standing pilot option pro-

vides the dual beneﬁ t of an economical and environmentally

responsible product and one which lights easily even in

the coldest climates. When in intermittent pilot mode (as

it comes from the factory), your pilot remains unlit until

needed, saving you fuel. Standing pilot mode, by com-

parison, is characterized by a continuously burning pilot.

The beneﬁ t of a pilot which lights only when needed is fuel

savings. However, with no pilot burning in your ﬁ replace,

units operating in colder climates may experience delayed

start up or lock out. Because colder air is heavier than

milder air and there is no pilot burning to maintain a warm

stable temperature in your ﬁ rebox, establishing a draft to

aid ignition becomes difﬁ cult. This is perfectly normal but

can be somewhat frustrating.

To remedy this issue, your ﬁ replace has been designed with

a cold climate pilot option, which, when active, maintains

a warmer temperature inside your ﬁ rebox to make ignition

faster and more efﬁ cient. Operating your appliance in cold

climate (aka standing) pilot mode will prohibit the need for

multiple ignition attempts and will prevent the system from

delaying start up or locking out.

To activate the cold climate option, simply move the cold

climate toggle switch located on the right side of the black

control center to the “On” (left) position. (Figure 2) You can

operate your appliance in this mode regardless of whether

you are using a remote control, wall switch or thermostat.

Cold Climate

Switch

Master Switch

COLD CLIMATE OPTION

Figure 2 -

Cold Climate Option

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O - Min. Rough Opening Width

Min. Rough

Opening

Depth

1/2”

or 5/8”

Min. Rough

Opening

Height

FIREPLACE AND FRAMING DIMENSIONS

Figure 3 -

Fireplace and Framing Dimensions

Ref. VFC24 VFC32

A24

⁄8" (625 mm) 32" (813 mm)

B22

⁄8" (575 mm) 28

⁄4" (730 mm)

C26

⁄2" (673 mm) 30" (762 mm)

D 19" (482 mm) 25

⁄4" (654 mm)

E16

⁄4" (413 mm) 19

⁄2" (495 mm)

⁄2" (114 mm) 5

⁄4" (146 mm)

⁄8" (124 mm) 5" (127 mm)

H14

⁄2" (368 mm) 14

⁄2" (368 mm)

I 1" (25 mm) 1

⁄8" (41 mm)

J13

⁄8" (333 mm) 13

⁄8" (333 mm)

K11

⁄8" (289 mm) 11

⁄8" (289 mm)

L 16" (406 mm) 17

⁄2" (445 mm)

M22

⁄4" (578 mm) 28

⁄4" (730 mm)

Framing Dimensions

N26

⁄4" (680 mm) 30

⁄4" (768 mm)

O25

⁄8" (638 mm) 32

⁄2" (826 mm)

P13

⁄8" (340 mm) 13

⁄8" (340 mm)

Q44

⁄8" (1140 mm) 58" (1478 mm)

R 24" (610 mm) 29

⁄4" (743 mm)

S32

⁄2" (826 mm) 41" (1041 mm)

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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

• Installation/operating instruction

• Four (4) black screws

• Canopy and three (3) screws

• Two (2) anchoring screws

• Refractory cement logs or glass media

Carefully inspect the contents for shipping damage. If any

parts are missing or damaged, immediately inform the

dealer from whom you purchased the appliance. Do not

attempt to install any part of the appliance unless you

have all parts in good condition.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED FOR INSTALLATION:

You must have the following items available before pro-

ceeding with installation:

• External regulator (for propane/LPG only)

• Manual shutoff valve

• Piping which complies with local codes

• Sediment trap

• Phillips head screwdriver

• Tee joint

• Pipe sealant approved for use with propane/LPG

• Pipe wrench (resistant to sulfur compounds)

When planning the installation for the ﬁ replace it is nec-

essary to determine where the unit is to be installed and

whether optional accessories are desired. Gas supply

piping should also be planned. The following steps repre-

sent the normal sequence of installation. Each installation

is unique, however, and might require a different sequence.

1. Position fireplace in desired location. Refer to the

Location of Fireplace and Clearances and Height

Requirements, and Firebox Framing sections found in

this manual.

PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION

• Gloves are recommended when handling

refractory cement logs to prevent skin

irritation from loose ﬁ bers. Logs are fragile

— handle with care.

WARNING:

WARNING—Do not install the heater:

• Where curtains, furniture, clothing, or

other ﬂ ammable objects are less than

42" from the front of the heater.

• In high trafﬁ c areas.

• In windy or drafty areas.

WARNING: If the area in which the heater

is operated does not meet the required

volume for indoor combustion air, combustion

and ventilation air shall be provided by one of

the methods described in the National Fuel Gas

Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, the International

Fuel Gas Code or applicable local codes.

NOTE: Be sure all packing material has been removed

from underside the unit.

2. Install canopy and logs per instructions found in this

manual. The canopy MUST be installed for safe oper-

ation of the unit.

3. Field wire main power supply to units with fan kit. Refer

to the Electrical Section found in this manual. (Electrical

connections should only be performed by an experi-

enced, licensed certiﬁ ed tradesman).

4. Install optional ON/OFF kit on units with millivolt control.

Refer to the installation instructions included with the

kit and also refer to the Electrical Wiring section found

in this manual.

5. Plumb gas line. Refer to the Connecting the Gas

section found in this

manual. (Gas connections should only be performed

by an experienced,

licensed/certiﬁ ed tradesman).

6. Complete ﬁ nish wall material and/or surround.

ADEQUATE COMBUSTION AND VENTILA-

TION AIR

This heater shall not be installed in a conﬁ ned space or

unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided

for adequate combustion and ventilation air.

The National Fuel Gas Code, (ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54),

deﬁ nes a conﬁ ned space as a space whose volume is less

than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 BTU per hour (4.8m

per kw) of

the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that

pace, and an unconﬁ ned space as a space whose volume

is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 BTU per hour (4.8

per kw) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances

installed in that space. Rooms communicating directly with

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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION

FIREPLACE LOCATION

Carefully select the best location for installation of your

unvented ﬁ replace. The following factors should be taken

into consideration.

• Clearance to side wall, ceiling, woodwork and

window or other combustibles. Refer to “Clearances”

section. Minimum clearances to combustibles must

be maintained.

• Location must not be affected by drafts caused by

kitchen exhaust fans, ceiling fans, return air registers

for forced air furnaces / air conditioners, windows or

doors.

• Installation must provide adequate ventilation and

combustion air.

• DO NOT INSTALL THESE MODELS IN A BED-

ROOM OR BATHROOM.

• Location should be out of high trafﬁ c areas and

away from furniture and draperies due to heat

from ﬁ rebox.

• Never obstruct the front opening of the unvented

ﬁ replace or restrict the ﬂ ow of combustion and ven-

tilation air.

• Minimize modiﬁ cations to existing construction. Refer

to Figure 5 below for location suggestions.

• Do not install in the vicinity where gasoline or other

ﬂ ammable liquids may be stored. The unvented ﬁ re-

box must be kept clear and free from the combustible

materials.

Figure 5 -

Possible Fireplace Locations

Counter

Fireplace

the space in which the appliances are installed, through

openings not furnished with doors, are considered a part

of a conﬁ ned space.

Unusually tight construction is deﬁ ned as construction

where:

a. walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere

have a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating of

1 perm (6 x 10

kg per pa/sec-m

) or less with openings

gasketed or sealed, and

b. weather stripping has been added on openable windows

and doors, and

c. caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as joints

around window and door frames, between sole plates

and ﬂ oors, between wall-ceiling joints, between wall

panels, at penetrations for plumbing, electrical and gas

lines and other openings.

The following formula can be used to determine the maxi-

mum heater rating per the deﬁ nition of unconﬁ ned space:

BTU/Hr = (L1 + L2) Ft x (W) Ft x (H) Ft

Consider two connecting rooms with an open area

between, with the following dimensions:

L1 = 15

/2 Ft., L2 = 12 Ft., W = 12 Ft., H = 8 Ft.

BTU/Hr = (15

/2 + 12) x (12) x (8)

If there were a door between the two rooms the calculation

would be based only on the room with the heater.

BTU/Hr = (15

/2) x (12) x (8)

Figure 4 -

Combustion Air Calculation

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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION

256O”

12”

10”

19”

Canopy

FP2508

Figure 7 -

Mantel Clearances

WARNING: The dimensions shown in

Figures 6 and 7 are minimum clearances

to maintain in installing this heater. Left and

right clearances are determined when facing

the front of the heater.

Follow these instructions carefully to ensure

safe installation. Failure to follow instructions

exactly can create a ﬁ re hazard.

FRAMING AND ANCHORING

If unit is to be “built in”, ﬁ replace 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. Construct ﬁ replace framing following

Fireplace and Framing Dimensions. The framing headers

may rest directly on top of the ﬁ rebox.

The ﬁ replace may be installed directly on a combustible

ﬂ oor or a raised platform of an appropriate height. Do

not place ﬁ replace on carpeting, vinyl, tile or other soft

ﬂ oor coverings. It may, however, be placed on ﬂ at wood,

plywood, particle board or other hard surfaces. Be sure

ﬁ replace rests on a solid continuous ﬂ oor or platform with

appropriate framing for support and so that no cold air can

enter from under the ﬁ rebox.

WARNING: The ﬁ replace must be installed

giving full consideration to the clearance

and height requirements identified in this

manual.

CLEARANCES

Ensure that minimum clearances shown in Figures 6 and

7 are maintained. Left and right clearances are determined

when facing the front of the ﬁ rebox.

Follow these instructions carefully to ensure safe instal-

lation. Failure to follow these requirements may create a

ﬁ re hazard.

Sidewall Clearances — The clearance from the inside of

the appliance to any combustible adjacent wall should not

be less than 9" for the VFC24 and VFC32. Figure 6

Ceiling Clearance — The ceiling must be at least 42" from

the top of the ﬁ rebox opening. Figure 6

Back Wall Clearance — The appliance may be placed

against a combustible back wall.

Floor Clearance — The ﬁ replace may be installed directly

on a combustible ﬂ oor or a raised platform of an appropri-

ate height. Do not place ﬁ replace on carpeting, vinyl, tile or

other soft ﬂ oor coverings. It may, however, be placed on ﬂ at

wood, plywood, particle board or other hard surfaces. Be

sure ﬁ replace rests on a solid continuous ﬂ oor or platform

with appropriate framing for support and so that no cold

air can enter from under the ﬁ rebox.

Mantel clearances — The canopy supplied with the unit

must be installed. If a combustible mantel is installed. It

must meet the clearance requirements detailed in Figure 6.

NOTE: The Vermont Castings Group Barrington cabi-

net model series BWC300, BWC400 and BWC500 are

specially designed to comply with all mantel temperature

requirements. Any custom-built mantel must comply with all

clearance requirements shown in this instruction manual.

Minimum

42" Minimum

Figure 6 -

Sidewall and Ceiling Clearances

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Nail Sides

Through Nailing

Flanges

Figure 8 -

Nailing Flanges

FIREPLACE INSTALLATION

SECURING HEATER TO FLOOR OR

HEARTH

NOTE: Clearance requirements as detailed in the

Clearances section on of this manual, must be met before

securing the heater in place.

To prevent movement, the heater must be secured to the

ﬂ oor or hearth.

1. Open the control access door and remove the screen.

Secure the ﬁ rebox with two anchoring screws (

⁄16

" x 1

⁄4

length) supplied with the ﬁ replace system. Figure 9

NOTE: If the unit is mounted on carpeting, tile or

combustible material without the hearth, a metal or wooden

base covering the entire width and depth of the base must

be installed.

Figure 9 -

Secure Fireplace to Floor or Hearth

Anchor Screws

⁄16" x 1

⁄4"

Anchor ﬁ replace to the side framing members using nailing

ﬂ anges.

1. Bend out the nailing ﬂ anges located on each side of the

ﬁ rebox.

2. Slide the ﬁ rebox into prepared framing or position ﬁ rebox

in its ﬁ nal position and frame later.

3. Level the ﬁ rebox by checking the top edge of the ﬁ rebox.

Shim if necessary.

4. Anchor ﬁ rebox to the side framing members using 8d

nails or other suitable fasteners. Figure 8

5. The canopy must be installed for safe operation of the

heater. Refer to canopy installation details.

Test Port

"OUT"

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CONNECTING THE GAS LINE

NOTICE: A qualiﬁ ed gas appliance installer must connect

the heater to the gas supply. Consult all local codes.

GAS LINE & PRESSURE

To Fireplace

Pipe Coupling

Stainless

Flexible Tube

Pipe

Locations Pressure

Tapping Point Instal-

lation

Manual Shutoff

Valve

Gas Supply

Inlet

Figure 10 -

Gas Connection

IMPORTANT: Loosen the pipe adapter on the ﬂ ex tube

before installing to the system piping.

Always use an external regulator for all propane/LPG heat-

ers only, to reduce the supply tank pressure to a maximum

of 13" w.c. This is in addition to the internal regulator in the

heater valve.

To reach factory installed ﬂ ex line, go through access door

on right or left side of ﬁ rebox.

Figure 11 -

Access Holes

Manual Gas Shutoff

(Recommended Outlet

Positioned Vertical)

Stainless Flex Line

Access Door

for Gas Line

WARNING: Connecting directly to an

unregulated propane/LPG tank can

cause an explosion

WARNING: Use new black iron or

steel pipe. Internally tinned copper or

copper tubing can be used per National

Fuel Code, section 2.6.3, providing gas meets

hydrogen sulﬁ de limits, and where permitted by

local codes. Gas piping system must be sized to

provide minimum inlet pressure (Listed on Data

Plate) at the maximum ﬂ ow rate (BTU/hr). Undue

pressure loss will occur if the pipe is too small.

A manual shutoff valve must be installed

upstream of the appliance. Union tee and

plugged 1/8" NPT pressure tapping point should

be installed upstream of the appliance. Figure 10

WARNING: CHECK GAS TYPE: The

gas supply must be the same as stated

on the heater’s rating plate. If the gas

supply is different, DO NOT INSTALL THE

HEATER. Contact your dealer for the correct

model. Connecting to the wrong gas type may

result in property damage or personal injury.

The stainless ﬂ ex line is on the right side facing the ﬁ re-

place and can connect to either a 3/8 NPT female or 1/2

NPT male pipe. To connect from the opposite side, route

the pipe under the rear portion of the unit.

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 connection. DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME.

Check the gas pressure with the appliance burning and

the control set to HIGH.

Open control access door on either side of unit to ﬁ nd valve

and regulator referred to below. Figure 11

CHECKING GAS PRESSURE – MILLIVOLT

CONTROL

Figure 12

The valve regulator controls the burner pressure which

should be checked at the pressure test point.

Turn captured screw counter clockwise two or three turns

and then place tubing

to pressure gauge over

test point (Use test point

“OUT” closest to con-

trol knob). After taking

pressure reading, be

sure and turn captured

screw clockwise firmly

to re-seal. Do not over

torque. Check for gas

leaks.

Figure 12 -

Pressure Test Point Location Millivolt Control

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CHECK GAS PRESSURE – IPI

1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as

stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply

is different from the ﬁ replace, STOP! Do not install the

appliance. Contact your dealer immediately.

2. To facilitate easier installation, a 18" (610 mm) ﬂ ex line

with manual shut-off valve has been provided with this

appliance. Install and attach 1/2" gas line onto shut-off

valve.

3. After completing gas line connection, purge air from

gas line and test all gas joints from the gas meter to the

ﬁ replace for leaks. Use a solution of 50/50 water and

soap solution or a gas sniffer.

4. To check gas pressures at valve, turn captured screw

counter clockwise 2 or 3 turns and then place tubing

to pressure gauge over test point. Turn unit to high.

Figure 13. After taking pressure reading, be sure and

turn captured screw clockwise ﬁ rmly to reseal. Do not

over torque. Check test points for gas leaks.

Figure 13 –

IPI Valve

Pressure Inlet

Pilot Adjust-

ment Screw

Pressure

Outlet

FP3034

FINAL INSTALLATION

REMOVE SCREEN

NOTE: Fireplace screen must be removed to access log

box and to install canopy.

Figure 14

1. Remove bottom access panel.

2. Removing ﬁ replace screen frame panel by pushing

screen frame panel up and out.

Figure 14 -

Remove Fireplace Screen Panel

INSTALL CANOPY

Figure 15

1. Align the black canopy with the holes in the top frame

assembly.

2. Install the three (3) screws (in owner’s manual packag-

ing) which attach the canopy to the top frame assembly.

3. Tighten all screws. Make sure the canopy is level and

secure.

Canopy

Figure 15 -

Install Canopy

WARNING: Do not operate the unit with-

out the screen frame panel and canopy

installed.

Screws

Fireplace

Screen

Canopy

WARNING: Do NOT use open ﬂ ame

to check for gas leaks.

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Wiring Diagram

Field Installed Optional

Wall Switch or

Remote Receiver

Switch

On/Off

Switch

On/Off

Switch

ODS Pilot

Valve

ODS

Pilot

Spade

Terminal

FP2112a

TH = 3

TP = 1

TP/TH = 2

The millivolt valve is a self-powered combination gas con-

trol THAT DOES NOT REQUIRE 110V AC TO OPERATE.

Refer to Figure 16 and installation instructions provided

with optional wall switch, thermostat or remote control for

wiring instructions. A maximum length of 15 feet of 18awg

two conductor wire is to be used for wall switch or ther-

mostat installations.

NOTE: Thermostats and switches must be suitable for

millivolt operation.

CONNECT OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH OR

THERMOSTAT

1. Use 18 awg, two-wire cable, 15 feet maximum length.

2. At one end of the cable, connect both wires to the wall

switch or thermostat. At the other end, connect one

wire to TP/TH and one wire to TH, or connect the wall

switch/thermostat to the two male (0.25") terminals on

the left side of the unit. The color of the wires does not

matter.

WARNING: Do NOT connect wall

switch to 110 V circuit.

WARNING: Label all wires prior to

disconnection when servicing controls.

Wiring errors can cause improper and

dangerous operation. Verify proper operation

after servicing.

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Figure 17 -

Install Remote Receiver

Check

Test

Connect Meter

Leads to

Terminals

Switch or

Thermostat

Contacts

Meter Reading

Should Be

Complete

System

2 & 3 Closed Closed

Thermopile

Output

1 & 2 Open Open

CONNECT REMOTE RECEIVER

THESE INSTRUCTIONS SUPERCEDE THE SECTION

ENTITLED “HEARTH MOUNT” IN THE MILLIVOLT

HAND-HELD REMOTE INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED

WITH THE REMOTE.

Figure 17

1. Remove bottom control door.

2. Connect the remote connector wires located in the unit

to the remote receiver.

3. Stick Velcro

pads with self-adhesive backing to bottom

of remote receiver and to ﬂ oor of compartment behind

access panel.

4. Attach remote receiver to ﬁ rebox with Velcro

pads.

Control switch must face forward.

NOTE: Do not place remote in combustion chamber,

only the remote receiver.

CHECK SYSTEM OPERATION

The millivolt system and individual components may be

checked with a millivolt meter having a 0-1000 mV range.

Conduct each check shown in chart below by connection

meter test leads to terminals as indicated.

A. COMPLETE MILLIVOLT SYSTEM CHECK

(“A” Reading: Thermostat contacts CLOSED,

control knob “ON,” main burner should turn ON)

a. If the reading is more than 100 millivolts and the

automatic valve still does not come on, replace the

control.

b. If the closed circuit reading (“A” reading) is less than

100 millivolts, determine cause for low reading, pro-

ceed to Section B below.

B. Thermopile Output Reading Check

(“B” Reading: Thermostat contacts OPEN, main

burner OFF)

1. Check gas pressure to the unit. If gas pressure is

within minimum and maximum on data plate, then

check pilot voltage, 325 millivolts minimum. If the

minimum millivolt reading is not obtainable, replace

pilot.

ELECTRICAL WIRING — MILLIVOLT

Remote Receiver

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS—MILLIVOLT

A. This appliance is equipped with a pilot which must be lit with built-in piezo ignitor while following these

instructions exactly.

B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the ﬂ oor

because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the ﬂ oor.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• Turn off all gas to the appliance.

• Open windows.

• Do not attempt to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any phone in your building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the ﬁ re department.

C. Use only your hand to push in, or turn the gas control knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not push

in or turn by hand, don't try to repair it. Call a qualiﬁ ed service technician. Force or attempted repair

may result in a ﬁ re or explosion.

D. Do not use this appliance if any part of it has been under water. Immediately call a qualiﬁ ed service

technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control

that has been under water.

FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING

LIGHTING PILOT FOR THE FIRST TIME

INITIAL LIGHTING

Purge air from the supply line as follows:

• Open main shutoff valve.

• Unscrew main pressure test point.

• Leave inlet test screw open until gas comes in.

• When gas is ﬂ owing, tighten inlet screw immediately.

LEAK TESTING

1. Follow the pipe from the gas supply line connection to the gas valve. Check connection for leaks

with soap and water mixture.

2. Next check for gas leaks at the burner with soap and water mixture.

3. Check the pilot for gas leaks with soap and water mixture.

WARNING: If you do not follow these instruction exactly, a ﬁ re or explosion may result

causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

WARNING: NEVER use open ﬂ ame

to check for gas leaks.

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PILO

Continued on next page

APPROVED LEAK TESTING METHOD

You may check for gas leaks with the following methods only:

• Soap and water solution

• An approved leak testing spray

• Electronic sniffer

NOTE: Remove any excessive pipe compound from the connections. Excessive pipe compound

can set off electronic sniffers.

1. Depress and turn knob counterclockwise

to pilot position.

2. Depress fully and hold pilot gas knob. Depress piezo igniter as many times as needed to ignite pilot.

Keep knob fully depressed for a few seconds. Release and check that pilot continues to burn.

If the pilot does not stay lit, repeat steps 1 and 2.

LIGHTING PILOT

Pilot Position

Check for gas leaks in each of the following locations:

• Pipe from the gas supply line connection to the gas valve

• Burner connections • Field made joints / gas shutoff valve

• Pilot • Factory made joints

• Each joint or connection • All joints on valve and control body

LIGHTING PILOT FOR THE FIRST TIME

WARNING: NEVER use open ﬂ ame

to check for gas leaks.

WARNING: If using a soap and water

solution to test for leaks, DO NOT

spray solution onto control body.

WARNING: The control has an interlock device that does not allow the lighting of the

ﬁ replace up to the moment the safety device of the ﬂ ame has not interrupted the gas

ﬂ ow. After that period of time (when the magnet is closed), it is possible to start the

lighting operation.

The gas control knob is designed to be operated by hand. DO NOT use any tools during this

operation. Damaged knobs may result in serious injury.

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PILOT

Wall Switch

LIGHTING BURNER

LIGHTING THE BURNER

Depress and turn the knob counterclockwise to the “ON” position.

It will take less than four (4) seconds for the burner to ignite.

MAIN BURNER SWITCH

This switch allows you to turn on and to turn off the main burner

without using the gas valve knob. is in the “ON” position to light the

main burner.

Depress and turn knob clockwise

to “OFF” position.

TO TURN OFF GAS

Off Position

PILOT

Pilot Position

On Position

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – MILLIVOLT

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General

1. This ﬁ replace is equipped with an IPI control valve which

operates on 6 volts. The 6 volt DC adapter plugs into

the ﬁ replace junction box A/C power supply.

2. The IPI system can also be operated without A/C power.

The system can run on four (4) “AA” batteries using the

optional battery backup for approximately six (6) months

under normal use.

Optional Accessories

This ﬁ replace may be used with a wall switch, wall mounted

thermostat or IPI hand held remote control.

CAUTION

Label all wires before disconnecting when

servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause

improper and dangerous operation.

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION — IPI

WARNING: Electrical connections should

only be performed by a qualiﬁ ed, licensed

electrician. Main power must be off

when connecting to main electrical power

supply or performing service. All wiring shall

be in compliance with all local, city and state

codes. The appliance, when installed, must be

electrically grounded in accordance with local

codes or in the absence of local codes, with

the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70

(latest edition) and Canadian Electrical Code,

CSA C22.1.

Figure 18 –

Junction Box Wiring Diagram

Junction Box

Factory Supplied

Not Supplied

120V AC

60Hz

WARNING: Do NOT connect to a

110V circuit.

JUNCTION BOX WIRING

1. This should be done before framing the ﬁ replace. Wire

the receptacle into an electrical circuit. Wire with mini-

mum 60° C wire in accordance with prevailing codes.

2. Remove the external junction box cover by removing

the screw from the side of the outside ﬁ rebox wall.

Junction box was installed at the factory.

3. The junction box cover has a factory installed “romex”

style strain relief connector. After connecting the wires,

route the wire leads through this connector. Refer to

the wiring diagram in Figure 18.

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RED

BLACK

D/C POWER

GREEN

GROUND

BROWN

BLACK

ORANGE

YELLOW

BLACK

RED

CAUTION

Electrical connections should only be performed by a qualiﬁ ed, licensed electrician. Main

power supply must be turned off before connecting fans to the main electrical power supply

or performing service.

Figure 19 –

IPI System Wiring Diagram

IPI SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION – IPI

WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION

The wall switch wire connection is located off the wire

harness coming out of the IPI Control Board. The label is

wired 'wall switch'. Connect the low voltage switch wires to

the two (2) terminals labeled "wall switch" from the control

board. Run wire to desired location on wall. Up to 50 feet

of 18 gauge wire may be used if necessary. Attach wires

to wall switch. Mount the wall switch in a junction box and

screw on cover. Figure 19

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OPERATIONS AND INDICATIONS

System Set Up Chart

NOTE: When using ON/OFF wall switch, the master switch, located in bottom of ﬁ replace must be in the

ON position to perform all conﬁ guration setup operations.

Self Diagnostics Chart

The ﬁ replace has a self diagnostic LED on the control board enabling you to troubleshoot problems and

potentially avoid a service call. Please refer to the chart below for indicator reference.

Remote Operations

The following functions are available on the RMSC hand held remote.

NOTE: Flame height control is only available with purchase and installation of a stepper motor kit with RF

receiver

Operations

FUNCTION OPERATION

DEFAULT

SETTING

Cold Climate Pilot On/Off Flip the toggle switch to ON. OFF

FUNCTION OPERATION

Sparking error Red LED, Flash 2 times

Flame error Red LED, Flash 3 times

Ignition fail Red LED, Flash 4 times

Re-ignite warning Red LED, Flash 5 times

Pilot valve voltage error Red LED, Flash 6 times

Main valve voltage error Red LED, Flash 7 times

Low battery Red LED 2.5 sec, Flash once

REMOTE FUNCTION OPERATION ICON

Fireplace On Press the ON button on the transmitter.

Fireplace Off

Press the OFF button 3 times or hold the OFF button 3

seconds for memory off.

Flame Height Up

Press the ON button once to turn on the ﬁ replace with

maximum ﬂ ame setting.

Flame Height Down

Press the OFF button to lower the ﬂ ame height to

medium and low.

Count Down Timer Mode

Press TIMER button to enter the timer mode. Keep

pressing the TIMER button to set the desired time or

press TIMER button to “0” to exit timer mode.

FUNCTION OPERATION

Power Up Flip the Master Switch to ON position to power up the system.

Fireplace On

Turn on wall switch to turn the ﬁ replace on. NOTE: If master switch was

just switched to ON, then at ﬁ rst use of wall switch, it may need to be

turned ON - OFF - ON to synchronize the two switch settings.

Fireplace Off

Turn the wall switch to the OFF position, or turn the ON/OFF master

switch to the OFF position

Cold

Climate

Switch

Master

Switch

2.0

CONTROL

BOARD

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – IPI

A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Refer to the

instructions.

B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the ﬂ oor

because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the ﬂ oor.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• Do not attempt to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any phone in your building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the ﬁ re department.

C. Turn Master Switch to ON position by hand. Never use tools. If the switch will not function by hand,

do not try to repair it. Call a qualiﬁ ed service technician. Force or attempted repair may result in a ﬁ re

or explosion.

D. Do not use this appliance if any part of it has been under water. Immediately call a qualiﬁ ed service

technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control

that has been under water.

FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING

WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a ﬁ re or explosion may

result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of lie.

TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE

1. Turn Wall Switch to "OFF".

2. Turn Master Switch to "OFF".

3. Turn off all electrical power to the appliance if service is to be performed.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. STOP! Read the safety information above.

2. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do not try to

light the burner by hand.

3. Wait ﬁ ve (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas, including near

the ﬂ oor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow "B" in the safety information on page

38. If you do not smell gas, go to next step.

4. Press the wall switch to the "ON" (-) position. Sparker will spark and pilot

ﬂ ame will light.

5. Once pilot ﬂ ame is established, the main burner ﬂ ame will light automatically.

6. If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn the master switch to "OFF"

and call your service technician or gas supplier.

Wall Switch

Master Switch

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– FAN

IMPORTANT: Always check local building codes. The

installation must comply with local regulations as well as

the national electric codes.

If any of the original wire as supplied with the ﬁ replace must

be replaced, contact dealer for proper replacement wiring

harness. (Refer to parts list for correct part number). 120

volts, 60Hz, 1 amp.

110/115

V.A.C.

Fan Switch

OFF

Black

White

Green

Thermostat

Control

Blower

Motor

Black

Figure 20 -

VFC Wiring Diagram

Electrical power cord (plug) can be routed to exit the VFC24

or VFC32 on either the left side or the right side. Remove

cord protector from side of unit, route power cord through

hole opposite side. Reinstall cord protector.

WARNING: Never attempt to service

heater while it is plugged in, operating,

or hot. Burns and/or electrical shock could

result.

WARNING: This ﬁ replace has a three-

prong, grounded electrical plug. This

plug helps protect you against electrical

shock. Only connect plug to a properly

grounded, three-prong receptacle. Do not cut

or remove the grounded prong from this plug.

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Figure 21 -

Install Cast Iron Grate

CAST IRON GRATE INSTALLATION

Install the cast iron grate by inserting screw head on back

of right side of grate into the “I” shaped slot on front right

corner of unit. After moving screw head to the bottom of the

“I” slot, insert the screw head on the back of the left side of

grate into the keyhole slot on the left front of unit. Figure 21

WARNING: The positioning of the logs is critical to the safe and clean operation of this heater.

Sooting and other problems may result if the logs are not properly and ﬁ rmly positioned in

the appliance. Never add additional logs or embellishments such as pine cones, vermiculite

or rock wool to the heater. Only use the logs and 2G-RW rock wool supplied with the unit.

Failure to position the parts in accordance with diagrams below or to use only parts speciﬁ cally

approved for this heater may result in property damage or personal injury.

Cast Iron Grate

I Slot

Key Hole Slot

LOG AND MEDIA PLACEMENT

Figure 22 -

Place Rock Wool

ROCK WOOL PLACEMENT

Before installing logs, place rock wool in dime size pieces

evenly over small burner ports starting in the rear of the

burner going towards the front. Avoid placing rock wool on

slots on each side of rear burner and on large yellow ﬂ ame

ports on front of burner. After covering small burner ports,

discard any excess rock wool. Figure 22

Dime-sized

pieces of rock wool

WARNING: Use only rock wool

provided with log set. Do not add

additional rock wool. Place rock wool on

burner ports only. Keep air gap between rear

log and burner clean.

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LOG AND MEDIA PLACEMENT

LOG PLACEMENT (VFC24L AND VFC32L

ONLY)

Before you begin — This unit is supplied with six (6) re-

fractory cement logs. Do not handle these logs with your

bare hands. Always wear gloves. After handling the logs,

wash your hands gently with soap and water.

1. Place bottom right front log #1 on right pin located on

burner. Rear of log will make slight contact with the front

grate slot bracket. Figure 23

CAUTION

DO NOT sprinkle volcanic rock on the logs

or around the pilot or the main burner. This

may cause sooting. Only place volcanic

rock on the ﬂ oor of the ﬁ replace.

During initial operation of the new heater,

burning logs will give off a paper burning

smell and orange ﬂ ames will be present.

Simply open the windows for a few hours

to vent the odor.

2. Place the right rear log #2 behind #1 locking the two

logs together with the male notch into the back of log

#1. Figure 24

3. Place the middle rear log #3 with the center log placed

behind the right ﬂ ame bracket. T he rear log will rest on

the back log support. Figure 25

4. Place the left front log #4 on the front left pin located

on the burner. Left front edge of the log will make slight

contact with the front grate slot bracket. Figure 26

Figure 23

Figure 24

Figure 25

Figure 26

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LOG AND MEDIA PLACEMENT

5. Place the left middle log #5 with the C channel locking

the front and middle log in place. Figure 27

6. Place the left rear log #6 by aligning the rear support

bracket to the cut out on the rear of log #6. The left side

will also align with the channel cut into log #5. Figure

7. Place the top center log #7 by aligning the notch from

log #3 to the bottom. The front edge of the log #7 will

rest on the front grate horizontal bar. Figure 29

Log placement complete.

GLASS ONLY PLACEMENT

NOTE: Two (2) bags of glass are supplied with the ﬁ replace.

Both bags may be used to cover the entire ﬂ oor and burner.

We advise against using additional glass as too much can

cut off the proper amount of air the burner needs to operate

cleanly. This may cause sooting.

1. Spread glass evenly in one layer over the entire ﬂ oor

and burner. Be sure to use a single layer only over the

ported area so as not to impinge the ﬂ ame.

2. Turn burner on and adjust glass over ported areas to

achieve an even, clean ﬂ ame.

Figure 27

Figure 29

Figure 28

Figure 30

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FLAME APPEARANCE

PILOT AND BURNER 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 ﬂ ames visually during

operation.

Figure 31 -

Millivolt Control Pilot Flame Appearance

MILLIVOLT CONTROL

Thermocouple

for Natural Gas

Thermocouple

for LP

Thermocouple

for Natural Gas

Thermocouple

for LP

Correct Pilot Flame Appearance Incorrect Pilot Flame Appearance

CHECKING THE PILOT FLAME

The pilot ﬂ ame must always be present when the

heater is in operation. It should just touch the top of the

thermocouple tip for natural. Refer to Figures 31 & 32 for

correct pilot ﬂ ame.

If the pilot ﬂ ame does not touch the thermocouple, then

the main burner cannot function reliably. Refer to Figures

31 & 32 for incorrect shape of pilot ﬂ ame.

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FLAME APPEARANCE

CHECKING BURNER FLAME

VFC24L/VFC32L MODELS

In normal operation at full rate after 15 minutes, the

following ﬂ ame appearances should be observed:

Burner will have a random pattern of yellow ﬂ ames. Figure

32. There should be glowing embers in front of burner.

NOTE: The front ﬂ ames and embers will be an opaque

orange color during the burn off time.

VFC24C/VFC32C MODELS

In normal operation at full rate after 15 minutes, the

following ﬂ ame appearances should be observed:

Burner will have a random pattern of yellow ﬂ ames. Figure

Figure 32 -

VFC Traditional Flame Appearance

Figure 33 -

VFC Contemporary Flame Appearance

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Avoid any drafts that alter burner ﬂ ame patterns. Do

not allow fans to blow directly into the ﬁ replace. Do not

place a blower inside the burn area of the ﬁ rebox. Ceiling

fans may create drafts that alter ﬂ ame patterns. Sooting

and improper burning will result.

During manufacturing, fabricating and shipping, various

components of this appliance are treated with certain oils,

ﬁ lms or bonding agents. These chemicals are not harmful,

but may produce annoying smoke and smells 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 hours

with the burner at the highest setting. Provide maximum

ventilation by opening windows or doors to allow odors to

dissipate. Any odors remaining after this initial break-in will

be slight and will disappear with continued use.

This appliance must not be used with glass doors in the

closed position. This can lead to pilot outages and severe

sooting outside the ﬁ replace.

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Location of Piezo Ignitor, Control Knobs and Switch on Millivolt Unit, Hi/Lo Remote Control and Manual Unit

A. This appliance is equipped with a piezo ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. If the piezo

is not working properly see Match Lighting Instructions.

B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the ﬂ oor

because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the ﬂ oor.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• Do not attempt to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any phone in your building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the ﬁ re department.

C. Use only your hand to push in, or turn the gas control knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not push

in or turn by hand, don't try to repair it. Call a qualiﬁ ed service technician. Force or attempted repair

may result in a ﬁ re or explosion.

D. Do not use this appliance if any part of it has been under water. Immediately call a qualiﬁ ed service

technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control

that has been under water.

FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: If you do not follow these instruction exactly, a ﬁ re or explosion may result

causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

Piezo Ignitor Control Knobs

On/Off Switch

Blower Control

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1. STOP! Read the safety information label.

2. Make sure the manual shutoff valve is fully open.

3. This gas log set is equipped with an ignition device (piezo) which automatically lights the pilot. If piezo

ignitor does not light the pilot, refer to instructions for Match Lighting Instructions on the following page.

4. Turn gas control knob clockwise to the OFF position and turn ON/OFF switch to OFF position.

5. Wait (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas, including near the ﬂ oor. If you smell gas,

STOP! Follow "B" in the safety information label. If you don't smell gas, go to next step.

6. From OFF position, turn the gas control knob counterclockwise

to IGN position. Push in control

knob for 5 seconds. NOTE: If you are running the heater for the ﬁ rst time, it will be necessary to

press in the control knob for 30 seconds to allow air to bleed out of the gas piping.

7. With the control knob pushed in, push in and release the piezo ignitor button to light the pilot.

8. Continue pushing the control knob in for a further 60 seconds to prevent the ﬂ ame detector from shut-

ting off the gas while the probe is warming up. Release the control knob.

9. Turn gas control knob counterclockwise

to the ON position.

10. After the pilot has been lit for one minute, the burners can be turned on. Turn the ON/OFF switch to

ON position or adjust thermostat to desired setting.

11. If the gas logs will not operate, follow the instructions “To Turn Off Gas To Appliance” below and call

your service technician or gas supplier.

Pilot

1. Turn control knob clockwise to OFF position to completely shut off the heater.

2. If applicable: Turn ON/OFF switch to OFF position and/or set thermostat (if present) to lowest setting.

3. If applicable: Turn off all electric power to the heater.

MILLIVOLT/THERMOSTAT CONTROL

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

TO TURN OFF GAS TO HEATER

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Millivolt Controls

Piezo Ignitor

Control Knobs

On/Off Switch

Blower Control

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Locate the blower control by opening control access door.

The variable controlled thermostat blower is located to the

right of heater controls. .

In the OFF position, the blower will not operate; however,

the heater can be operated without the blower being ON. In

the ON (AUTO) position, the blower will start when the ther-

mostat senses a sufﬁ cient increase in ﬁ rebox temperature.

BLOWER OPERATION

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MATCH LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Remove any items necessary for easy access to the pilot (for example: logs, screens, etc.).

2. Follow appropriate lighting instructions found previously. Instead of pushing and releasing the piezo

button, light a match and hold the ﬂ ame to the end of the pilot and ignite the pilot.

3. After control knob has been released and pilot stays lit, reinstall any items that were removed for pilot

access.

4. Call a qualiﬁ ed service technician for repair or replacement of the piezo ignitor.

Figure 34 -

Location of Blower Control

NOTE: Your gas logs and blower will not turn on and off

at the same time. The gas logs may burn several minutes

before blower turns on. The blower will continue to run for

several minutes after the ﬂ ames have turned off.

Blower Control

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ANNUAL CLEANING/INSPECTION

Refer to parts diagram for location of items discussed

below.

Annual inspection and cleaning by your dealer or qualiﬁ ed

service technician is recommended to prevent malfunction

and/or sooting.

Remove logs, handling carefully by holding gently at each

end. Gloves are recommended. If skin becomes irritated,

wash gently with soap and water. Refer to manual for

correct log placement.

• Inspect and clean burner air intake holes. Remove

lint or particles with vacuum, brush or pipe cleaners.

Failure to keep air intake holes clean will result in

sooting and poor combustion.

• Inspect and clean all burner ports.

• Inspect ODS pilot for operation and accumulation of

lint at air intake holes.

• Verify ﬂ ame pattern and log placement for proper

operation.

• Verify smooth and responsive ignition of main burner

and rear burner.

CLEANING AND SERVICING

PERIODIC CLEANING

Refer to parts diagram for location of items discussed

below.

• Do not use cleaning ﬂ uid to clean logs or any part of

heater.

• Brush logs with soft bristle brush or vacuum with

brush attachment.

• Vacuum loose particles and dust from the front and

rear burner, control and piezo covers and grate

weldment.

• Inspect and clean burner air intake holes. Remove

lint or particles with vacuum, brush, or pipe cleaners.

Failure to keep air intake holes clean will result in

sooting and poor combustion.

• External case should be dusted and wiped with a

wet soapy cloth.

WARNING: Turn off heater and allow to cool before cleaning. Disconnect electrical

power before cleaning or servicing.

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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

FORCED AIR KIT

If you are installing the forced air kit (Models BLO24T or

BLOT), see the installation instructions provided with the

kit for electrical wiring requirements or the blower instal-

lation section.

Model VFC24 uses blower model BLO24T.

Model VFC32 uses blower model BLOT.

The ﬁ rebox must be connected to main power supply at

time of ﬁ rebox installation. The blower must be installed

prior to the installation of the unvented heater. The electri-

cal connections must be made before the ﬁ rebox is framed

and enclosed in the ﬁ nished walls.

INSTALLING OPTIONAL FIREBRICK

PANELS

NOTE: Firebrick liner kits may be used only with the VFC

vent free ﬁ replace systems. Please verify the size and

model number of your insert to be certain the kit you pur-

chased is correct.

KIT CONTENTS:

• One (1) Center panel

• Two (2) self-drilling #8 screws

• One (1) Left panel

• Two (2) Brick retainer brackets

• One (1) Right panel

TOOLS REQUIRED:

Drill with 1/4" hex head or Phillips bit

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Remove screen frame, stones, ﬁ reglass or logs (if ap-

plicable) per the VFC Installation and Operating In-

structions.

2. Place rear ceramic ﬁ rebrick panel against the center of

the rear wall of the ﬁ rebox. Place on rear log support

bracket.

3. Place left and right ceramic ﬁ rebrick panels against

ﬁ rebox sides and attach at the top with retainer bracket

with supplied self drilling screws.

4. Replace ﬁ reglass, stones and/or logs as applicable

and re-install screen frame.

Figure 37 -

Install Back Firebrick Panel

Figure 36 -

Install Side Firebrick Panel

Retainer

Brackets

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INSTALLING OPTIONAL PORCELAIN

PANELS

NOTE: Porcelain liner kits are approved for use with op-

tional ﬁ reglass and log kits. These kits are designed to ﬁ t

VFC vent free ﬁ replace systems. Please verify the size

and model number of your ﬁ replace to be certain the kit

you purchased is correct.

KIT CONTENTS:

• One (1) Right panel

• One (1) Left panel

• One (1) Rear panel

• Four (4) Self-drilling #8 screws

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Remove screen frame, stones, ﬁ reglass or logs (if ap-

plicable).

2. Place rear panel against the center of the rear wall of

the ﬁ rebox.

3. Place left and right panels against ﬁ rebox sides and at-

tach top ﬂ anges of the panels using self-drilling screws

provided.

4. Replace ﬁ reglass or logs as applicable and re-install

screen frame.

Figure 38 -

Install Porcelain Panels

INSTALLING OPTIONAL BLACK MAGIC

PANELS

NOTE: Black Magic glass liner kits are approved for

use with optional ﬁ reglass and log kits. These kits are

designed to ﬁ t VFC vent free ﬁ replace systems. Please

verify the size and model number of your ﬁ replace to be

certain the kit you purchased is correct.

KIT CONTENTS:

• One (1) Center panel

• One (1) Left panel

• One (1) Right panel

• Two (2) Glass retainer brackets

• Two (2) Self drilling #8 screws

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Remove screen frame, ﬁ reglass or logs (if applicable).

2. NOTE: All panels will be installed with the dimples in

the glass facing the ﬁ rebox.

Place rear glass liner panel against the center of the

rear wall of the ﬁ rebox.

3. Place left and right glass liner panels against ﬁ rebox

sides and attach at the top with retainer bracket using

supplied screws.

4. Replace ﬁ reglass or logs as applicable and re-install

screen frame.

Figure 39 -

Install Black Magic Glass Panels

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NOTE: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING: Turn appliance OFF and allow to cool before servicing. Only a qualiﬁ ed

service person should service and repair the heater.

OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

When ignitor button is pressed,

there is no spark at ODS/pilot.

1. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong.

2. Ignitor electrode is broken.

3. Ignitor electrode not connected to

ignitor cable.

4. Ignitor cable pinched or wet. Keep

ignitor cable dry.

5. Broken ignitor cable.

6. Bad piezo ignitor.

1 Replace ignitor.

2. Replace ignitor.

3. Reconnect ignitor cable.

4. Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or

tubing.

5. Replace ignitor cable.

6. Replace piezo ignitor.

Appliance produces unwanted

odors.

1. Appliance burning vapors from paint,

hair spray, glues, etc.

2. Gas leak.

3. Initial burn off.

1. Ventilate room. Stop using odor causing prod-

ucts while heater is running.

2. Locate and correct all leaks.

3. Ventilate room and turn unit on high until odor

is gone. Odor should be gone after 6 hours of

continuous use.

Appliance shuts off during use. 1. Not enough fresh air is available for

ODS/ pilot to operate.

2. Low line pressure.

3. ODS/pilot is partially clogged.

4. Defective Thermopile.

5. Restrictions in incoming air ﬂ ow

1. Open window and/or door for ventilation.

2. Contact local gas company.

3. Clean ODS/pilot.

4. Check pilot ﬂ ame, check wire connections, check

output, should be 325 millivolts across TH/TP and

TP Terminals with ON/OFF switches off.

5. Check for bottom riser on glass door, sunken

ﬁ replace, excessive lava rock/cinders densely

packed against grate.

Gas odor even when control

knob is in OFF position.

1. Gas leak.

2. Control valve defective.

1. Locate and correct all leaks.

2. Replace control valve.

When ignitor button is pressed,

there is spark at ODS pilot, but

no ignition.

1. Gas supply turned off or manual

shutoff valve closed.

2. Control knob not in PILOT position.

3. Control knob not pressed in while in

PILOT position.

4. Air in gas lines when installed.

5. ODS/pilot is clogged.

6. Gas regulator setting is not correct.

1. Turn on gas supply or open manual shutoff

valve.

2. Turn control knob to PILOT position.

3. Press in control knob while in PILOT position.

4. Continue holding down control knob. Repeat

igniting operation until air is removed.

5. Replace ODS/pilot assembly or get it serviced.

6. Replace gas regulator.

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OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

ODS/pilot lights, but flame

goes out when control knob is

released.

1. Control knob not fully pressed in.

2. Control knob not pressed in long

enough.

3. Manual shutoff valve not fully open.

4. Thermocouple connection loose at

control valve.

5. Pilot ﬂ ame not touching thermocou-

ple, which allows thermocouple to

cool, causing pilot ﬂ ame to go out.

This problem could be caused by

either low gas pressure, or a dirty

or partially clogged ODS/pilot.

6. Thermocouple damaged.

7. Control valve damaged.

1. Press in control knob fully.

2. After ODS/pilot lights, keep control knob pressed

in for 30 seconds.

3. Fully open manual shutoff valve.

4. Hand tighten thermocouple connection until

snug, then tighten 1/4 turn more.

5a.Contact local gas company.

5b.Clean pilot with vacuum cleaner.

6. Replace thermocouple.

7. Replace control valve.

Burner does not light after

ODS/pilot is lit.

1. Burner oriﬁ ce is clogged.

2. Burner oriﬁ ce diameter is too small.

3. Inlet gas pressure is too low.

1. Clean oriﬁ ce.

Replace burner oriﬁ ce.

Contact qualiﬁ ed service person.

Burner backﬁ res during com-

bustion.

1. Manifold pressure is too low.

2. Burner oriﬁ ce is clogged.

1. Contact local gas company.

2. Clean burner or replace burner oriﬁ ce.

Slight smoke or odor during

initial operation.

1. Burner oriﬁ ce is clogged or dam-

aged.

2. Burner is damaged.

3. Gas regulator defective.

1. Clean burner or replace burner oriﬁ ce.

2. Replace burner.

3. Replace gas regulator.

Logs appear to smoke after

initial operation.

1. Vapors from paint or curing process of

logs.

2. Vapors or smoke continue after

heater is run with damper or window

open for several hours.

1. Problem will stop after a few hours of operation.

Run the heater with the damper open if you have

one, or open a window for the ﬁ rst few hours.

2. Log heater is intended to be smokeless. Turn

OFF heater and call qualiﬁ ed service person.

Heater produces a whistling

noise when burner is lit.

1. Turning control knob to HIGH posi-

tion when burner is cold.

2. Air in gas line.

3. Dirty or partially clogged burner ori-

ﬁ ces.

1. Turn control knob to LOW position and let warm

up for a minute.

2. Operate burner until air is removed from line.

Have gas line checked by local gas company.

3. Clean burner or replace burner oriﬁ ce.

No gas to pilot. 1. LP-regulator shut down due to inlet

pressure too high.

1. Verify LP tank regulator is installed and set at

11" to 13" w.c.

2. Replace regulator on heater.

Blower does not work. 1. Power cord not plugged in.

2. Loose wire connections.

3. Defective blower thermostat.

1. Plug power cord into junction box found in lower

access level.

2. Check wire connections, reconnect if loose.

3. Replace thermostat.

WARNING: If the gas quality is bad, your pilot may not stay lit, the burners may produce

soot and the heater may backﬁ re when lit. If the gas quality or pressure is low, contact

your local gas supplier immediately.

WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to

use only parts speciﬁ cally approved with this appliance may result in property damage

or personal injury.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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IPI SYSTEM

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Flip the master switch to the

ON position

No beep or flashing

green light in about 5

seconds

Make sure control board is

connected to battery pack wire

harness. Make sure AC

adaptor is plugged into control

Battery polarity wrong?

Reinstall batteries correctly.

Batteries low?

Change batteries.

AC adaptor plugged into

junction box?

Plug the AC adaptor in

Press the wall switch to the

ON position

No beep

Check wiring connections

between switch and board

Correct wiring if necessary

No sound from

valve indicating

pilot solenoid

opened

Check wiring connections

between valve and board

Correct wiring if necessary

No spark at pilot

Inspect gray ignitor wire

connection at board and pilot.

Reconnect wire if disconnected.

Replace ignitor wire if damaged.

Pilot doesn't light

Check gas supply.

Check that ground

wire has solid

connection

Adjust sparker position such that the

spark is in the path of the gas flow or

replace the pilot

Main burner

doesn't light

Flame not engulfing flame

sensor or pilot flame too

Adjust sensor position or replace the

pilot.

Cold climate switch

No function Check the cold climate switch and control

Replace cold climate switch

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REPLACEMENT PARTS

WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to

use only parts speciﬁ cally approved with this appliance may result in property damage

or personal injury.

VFC FIREBOX PARTS

REF. DESCRIPTION QTY VFC24 VFC32

1. CANOPY 1 20308038 20307978

2. SCREEN ASSEMBLY 1 20308061 20307979

3. LEFT FIREBRICK (OPTIONAL) 1

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(CINNAMON)

20307935

(COLONIAL RED)

20307926

(CINNAMON)

20307929

(COLONIAL RED)

4. CENTER FIREBRICK (OPTIONAL) 1

20308190

(CINNAMON)

20307934

(COLONIAL RED)

20307925

(CINNAMON)

20307928

(COLONIAL RED)

5. RIGHT FIREBRICK (OPTIONAL) 1

20308192

(CINNAMON)

20307936

(COLONIAL RED)

20307927

(CINNAMON)

20307930

(COLONIAL RED)

6. BLOWER (OPTIONAL) 1 BLOT24TB BLOT

N/A LEFT PORCELAIN PANEL (OPTIONAL) 1 20307939 20307814

N/A CENTER PORCELAIN PANEL (OPTIONAL) 1 20307937 20307812

N/A RIGHT PORCELAIN PANEL (OPTIONAL) 1 20307938 20307813

N/A LEFT BLACK MAGIC GLASS PANEL (OPTIONAL) 1 20307944 20307941

N/A CENTER BLACK MAGIC GLASS PANEL (OPTIONAL) 1 20307943 20307940

N/A RIGHT BLACK MAGIC GLASS PANEL (OPTIONAL) 1 20307945 20307942

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REPLACEMENT PARTS

VFC24 MILLIVOLT BURNER PARTS

REF DESCRIPTION QTY VFC24CNV VFC24CPV VFC24LNV VFC24LPV

1 On/Off Switch 1 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232

2 Piezo Ignitor 1 14D0503 14D0503 14D0503 14D0503

3 ODS Pilot Assembly 1 14D0473 14D0477 14D0473 14D0477

4 Piezo Wire 1 00K0632 00K0632 00K0632 00K0632

5 Control Valve 1 14D0467 14D0468 14D0467 14D0468

6 Pilot Regulator 1 14D0469 N/A 14D0469 N/A

7 Burner Injector 1 20H2055 33D4046 20H3155 33D4046

8 Female Valve/Switch Wire 1 44D0500 44D0500 44D0500 44D0500

9 Male Valve/Switch Wire 1 44D0501 44D0501 44D0501 44D0501

10 Knob Extender 1.5" Hi/Low 1 37D0011 37D0011 37D0011 37D0011

11 Knob Extender 1.5" On/Off 1 37D0010 37D0010 37D0010 37D0010

ACCESSORIES

Flex Connector FLEXCON18

Wall Switch Kit MVWS

Wall Thermostat Kit WT

Hand Held Remote RCB, RCMT, TSMT

Hand Held Thermostat Remote RCST, TSST

Thermostat Sensor Kit TS

Rock Wool 81D2011 (TRADITIONAL ONLY)

WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to

use only parts speciﬁ cally approved with this appliance may result in property damage

or personal injury.

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REPLACEMENT PARTS

WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to

use only parts speciﬁ cally approved with this appliance may result in property damage

or personal injury.

VFC24 IPI BURNER PARTS

REF DESCRIPTION QTY VFC24CNI VFC24CPI VFC24LNI VFC24LPI

1 Cold Climate Switch 1

95E0111 95E0111 95E0111 95E0111

2 On/Off Switch 1

32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232

3 Gas Valve 1

20307838 20307839 20307838 20307839

4 Control Box 1

95E0100 95E0100 95E0100 95E0100

5 ODS Module 1

20303179 20303179 20303179 20303179

6 ODS Pilot Assembly 1

26D2529 14D0476 26D2529 14D0476

7 ODS Module Wire 1

20301890 20301890 20301890 20301890

8 Control to ODS Module Wire 1

95E0120 95E0120 95E0120 95E0120

9 A/C Adapter 1

95E0105 95E0105 95E0105 95E0105

10 Burner Injector 1

20H3155 33D4046 20H3155 33D4046

11 Pilot Regulator 1

14D0469 N/A 14D0469 N/A

12 Piezo Wire 1

20303256 20303256 20303256 20303256

ACCESSORIES

Wall Switch Kit MVWS

Wall Thermostat Kit WT

Hand Held Remote RCB, RCMT, TSMT

Hand Held Thermostat Remote RCST, TSST

Thermostat Sensor Kit TS

Rock Wool 81D2011 (TRADITIONAL ONLY)

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REPLACEMENT PARTS

VFC32 MILLIVOLT BURNER PARTS

WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to

use only parts speciﬁ cally approved with this appliance may result in property damage

or personal injury.

REF DESCRIPTION QTY VFC32CNV VFC32CPV VFC32LNV VFC32LPV

1 On/Off Switch 1 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232

2 Piezo Ignitor 1 14D0503 14D0503 14D0503 14D0503

3 ODS Pilot Assembly 1 14D0473 14D0477 14D0473 14D0477

4 Piezo Wire 1 00K0632 00K0632 00K0632 00K0632

5 Control Valve 1 14D0467 14D0468 14D0467 14D0468

6 Pilot Regulator 1 14D0469 N/A 14D0469 N/A

7 Burner Injector 1 33D5040 58D0052 33D5040 58D0052

8 Female Valve/Switch Wire 1 44D0500 44D0500 44D0500 44D0500

9 Male Valve/Switch Wire 1 44D0501 44D0501 44D0501 44D0501

10 Knob Extender 1.5" Hi/Low 1 37D0011 37D0011 37D0011 37D0011

11 Knob Extender 1.5" On/Off 1 37D0010 37D0010 37D0010 37D0010

ACCESSORIES

Flex Connector FLEXCON18

Wall Switch Kit MVWS

Wall Thermostat Kit WT

Hand Held Remote RCB, RCMT, TSMT

Hand Held Thermostat Remote RCST, TSST

Thermostat Sensor Kit TS

Rock Wool 81D2011 (TRADITIONAL ONLY)

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REPLACEMENT PARTS

WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to

use only parts speciﬁ cally approved with this appliance may result in property damage

or personal injury.

REF DESCRIPTION QTY VFC32CNI VFC32CPI VFC32LNI VFC32LPI

1 Cold Climate Switch 1

95E0111 95E0111 95E0111 95E0111

2 On/Off Switch 1

32D0232 32D0232 32D0232 32D0232

3 Gas Valve 1

20307838 20307839 20307838 20307839

4 Control Box 1

95E0100 95E0100 95E0100 95E0100

5 ODS Module 1

20303179 20303179 20303179 20303179

6 ODS Pilot Assembly 1

26D2529 14D0476 26D2529 14D0476

7 ODS Module Wire 1

20301890 20301890 20301890 20301890

8 Control to ODS Module Wire 1

95E0120 95E0120 95E0120 95E0120

9 A/C Adapter 1

95E0105 95E0105 95E0105 95E0105

10 Burner Injector 1

33D5040 58D0052 33D5040 58D0052

11 Pilot Regulator 1

14D0469 N/A 14D0469 N/A

12 Piezo Wire 1

20303256 20303256 20303256 20303256

ACCESSORIES

Wall Switch Kit MVWS

Wall Thermostat Kit WT

Hand Held Remote RCB, RCMT, TSMT

Hand Held Thermostat Remote RCST, TSST

Thermostat Sensor Kit TS

Rock Wool 81D2011 (TRADITIONAL ONLY)

VFC32 IPI BURNER PARTS

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REPLACEMENT LOGS

REF QUANTITY VFC24 AND VFC32 REPLACEMENT PART NO.

LOG # 1 1 20308256

LOG # 2 1 20308257

LOG # 3 1 20308258

LOG # 4 1 20308259

LOG # 5 1 20308260

LOG # 6 1 20308261

LOG # 7 1 20308262

REPLACEMENT PARTS

WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to

use only parts speciﬁ cally approved with this appliance may result in property damage

or personal injury.

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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

The following components are warranted for 5 years to the original owner, subject of proof of pur-

chase: Refractory cement Logs, Catalytic Filter and Aluminized Burners.

BASIC WARRANTY

Vermont Castings Group warrants the components and materials in your gas appliance to be free from

manufacturing and material defects for a period of one year from date of installation. After installation,

if any of the components manufactured by Vermont Castings Group in the appliance are found to be

defective in materials or workmanship, Vermont Castings Group will, at its option, replace or repair

the defective components at no charge to the original owner. Vermont Castings Group will also pay

for reasonable labor costs incurred in replacing or repairing such components for a period of one

year from the date of installation. Any products presented for warranty repair must be accompanied

by a dated proof of purchase.

This Limited Warranty will be void if the appliance is not installed by a qualiﬁ ed installer in accordance

with the installation instructions. The Limited Lifetime Warranty will also be void if the appliance is

not operated and maintained according to the operating instructions supplied with the appliance,

and does not extend to (1) ﬁ rebox/burner assembly damage by accident, neglect, misuse, abuse,

alteration, negligence of others, including the installation thereof by unqualiﬁ ed installers, (2) the costs

of removal, reinstallation or transportation of defective parts on the appliance, or (3) incidental or

consequential damage. All service work must be performed by an authorized service representative.

This warranty is expressly in lieu of other warranties, express or implied, including the warranty of

merchantability of ﬁ tness for purpose and of all other obligations or liabilities. Vermont Castings

Group does not assume for it any other obligations or liability in connection with the sale or use of

the appliance. In states that do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or do not

allow exclusion of indirect damages, those limitations of exclusions may not apply to you. You may

also have additional rights not covered in this Limited Warranty.

Vermont Castings Group reserves the right to investigate any and all claims against the Limited

Warranty and decide upon method of settlement.

IF WARRANTY SERVICE IS NEEDED...

1. Contact your supplier. Make sure you have your warranty, your sales receipt and the model/

serial number of your Vermont Castings Group product.

2. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DO ANY SERVICE WORK YOURSELF.

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Majestic VFC32LPV Symphony Series Vent Free Liquid Propane Fireplace

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