VFI Series User's Manual
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System
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CLEARANCES and INSTALLATION
The gas log heater must be installed at least 5" above 
any combustible fl ooring material, such as carpeting or 
tile, which is closer than 14" to the base of the fi replace. 
Figure 8
5"
1”
Combustible 
Material
Noncombustible 
Material
Figure 9 - 
Minimum Clearance above Combustible Flooring
REMOVE SCREEN
Remove fi replace screen by pushing screen frame panel 
up and out. Figure 9
NOTE: Fireplace screen must be removed to access log 
box and to install canopy. 
Figure 10 - 
Remove Fireplace Screen 
INSTALL CANOPY
1. Remove the fi replace screen as described in the previ-
ous section.
2.  Align canopy with the holes in the top frame assembly. 
Figure 10
3.  Install the three (3) screws (in owner’s manual packag-
ing) which attach the canopy to the top frame assembly. 
Figure 10
4.  Tighten all screws. Make sure the canopy is level and 
secure. Install the fi replace screen. 
Figure 11 -
Install Canopy
WARNING: Do not operate the unit without 
the screen frame panel and canopy installed.










