VFI Series User's Manual

VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System
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7. Place top right log #7 on the two (2) pins located on
log #2 and log #1.
Figure 46
Log #7
VISUAL FLAME CHECK
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.
CHECK 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 Figure 47 for correct
pilot fl ame.
If the pilot fl ame does not touch the thermocouple, then
the main burner cannot function reliably. Refer to Figure
48 for incorrect shape of pilot fl ame.
Figure 47 -
Correct Appearance of Pilot Flame
Thermocouple
for Natural
Thermocouple
for LP
Figure 48 -
Incorrect Appearance of Pilot Flame
Thermocouple
for LP
Thermocouple
for Natural
THERMOSTAT AND MILLIVOLT CONTROL
In normal operation at full rate after 15 minutes, the follow-
ing fl ame appearances should be observed:
Burner will have a random pattern of yellow fl ames. There
should be glowing embers on the front burner. NOTE: The
front fl ames and embers will be an opaque orange color
during the burn off time.
CAUTION: After a 15 minute pre-heat period, observe all
yellow fl ames to ensure there is no impingement with any
log. If any yellow fl ame is contacting any log, turn off log
set and allow to cool. Remove all logs and carefully rein-
stall following log placement instructions precisely. Relight
burner and check again for impingement of any fl ame on
log. If fl ame impingement cannot be eliminated, contact
your installer or dealer for assistance. Flame impingement
on logs may create soot and possible property damage.
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 four 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.
FLAME APPEARANCE & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS