Owner`s manual

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Instructions to Installer
1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after instal-
lation.
2. Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card sup-
plied with unvented room heater.
3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate unvented
room heater.
Always consult your local Building Department regarding regu-
lations, codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of an
unvented room heater.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* permanently
located, manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by
state or local codes.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from
the manufacturer.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on
the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with
other gases.
General Information
The AVFBL-30 and AVFBH-30 are design certified in accordance
with American National Standard Z21.11.2 by the Canadian
Standards Association as an Unvented Room Heater and shall be
installed according to these instructions.
Attention: During initial use of ceramic log you will detect an
odor as the ceramic log is cured. Also, during the curing process
the ceramic log will burn with a yellow flame.
Any alteration of the original design, installed other than as shown
in these instructions or use with a type of gas not shown on the
rating plate is the responsibility of the person and company mak
-
ing the change.
WARNING: This appliance is equipped for (natural gas or propane)
gas. Field conversion is not permitted.
Important
All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number, Serial
Number and type of gas.
Notice: During initial firing of this unit, its paint will bake out, and
smoke will occur. To prevent triggering of smoke alarms, ventilate
the room in which the unit is installed.
Qualified Installing Agency
Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equip-
ment or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be
performed only by a qualified agency. The term "qualified agency"
means any individual, firm, corporation or company which either
in person or through a representative is engaged in and is respon-
sible for (a) the installation or replacement of gas piping or (b) the
connection, installation, repair or servicing of equipment, who is
experienced in such work, familiar with all precautions required
and has complied with all the requirements of the authority having
jurisdiction.
State of Massachuetts: The installation must be made by a licensed
plumber or gas filter in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Sellers of unvented propane or natural gas-fired supplemental
room heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy of 527 CMR
30 upon sale of the unit.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence
of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/
NFPA54.*
*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc., 11 West 42nd St.,
New York, N.Y. 10036.
Well Head Gas Installations
Some natural gas utilities use "well head" gas. This may affect
the Btu output of the unit. Contact the gas company for the heat-
ing value. Contact the manufacturer or your gas company before
changing spud/orifice size.
High Altitudes
For altitudes/elevations above 2,000 feet (610m), ratings should be
reduced at the rate of 4 percent for each 1,000 feet (305m) above
sea level. Contact the manufacturer or your gas company before
changing spud/orifice size.
INTRODUCTION
SPECIFICATIONS
Model AVFBL-30/AVFBH-30
Input BTU/HR (KW/H) Max.
BTU/HR (KW/H) Min.
30,000 (8.8)
14,000 (4.1)
Height 22"
Width 26"
Depth 7 5/8"
Gas Inlet 3/8" (10mm)
Accessories
Automatic Blower VFB-BK
Polished Brass Frame VFF1A-20BR
Floor Stand VFBFS