VFI Series User's Manual
VFI33 Vent Free Gas Fireplace System
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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 to prevent skin irritation 
from ceramic fi bers. 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 weld-
ment.
•  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.










