Vantage Hearth TM by FMI PRODUCTS, LLC UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) Gas Compact Classic Hearth® DUAL BURNER Fireplace OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL PFS ® US Shown with Optional Cabinet Mantel/Hearth Base Accessory Thermostat Models VDCFTNB and VDCFTPB Remote-Ready Models VDCFRPB AND VDCFRNB WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Table of Contents Safety................................................................... 2 Product Identification............................................ 4 Optional Remote Control Accessories.................. 4 Local Codes......................................................... 5 Product Features.................................................. 5 Unpacking............................................................ 5 Hood Assembly...................................................
SAFETY Continued DANGER: Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death! Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu, with headaches, dizziness or nausea. If you have these signs, the fireplace may not be working properly. Get fresh air at once! Have fireplace serviced. Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide than others. These include pregnant women, people with heart or lung disease or anemia, those under the influence of alcohol and those at high altitudes.
SAFETY Continued 5. Do not use this fireplace as a wood-burning fireplace. Use only the logs provided with the fireplace. 6. Do not add extra logs or ornaments such as pine cones, vermiculite or rock wool. Using these added items can cause sooting. Do not add lava rock around base. Rock and debris could fall into the control area of fireplace. 7. This fireplace is designed to be smokeless. If logs ever appear to smoke, turn off fireplace and call a qualified service person.
Local Codes Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54*. *Available from: American National Standards Institute, Inc. 1430 Broadway New York, NY 10018 National Fire Protection Association, Inc. Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02269 State of Massachusetts: The installation must be made by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Hood Assembly WARNING: Always have screen in place before operating fireplace. This prevents excessive temperatures on fireplace surfaces. 6. Insert screws as shown in Figure 3. Tighten screws firmly. Shoulder Screw Screen WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this fireplace may result in property damage or personal injury. Tools Required: • Phillips screwdriver • slotted screwdriver • 5/16" hex wrench • scissors 1.
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR FIREPLACE LOCATION All spaces in homes fall into one of the three following ventilation classifications: 1. Unusually Tight Construction 2. Unconfined Space 3. Confined Space The information on pages 6 through 8 will help you classify your space and provide adequate ventilation. Unusually Tight Construction The air that leaks around doors and windows may provide enough fresh air for combustion and ventilation.
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued The space in the previous example is a confined space because the actual Btu/Hr used is more than the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support. You must provide additional fresh air. Your options are as follows: A. Rework worksheet, adding the space of an adjoining room. If the extra space provides an unconfined space, remove door to adjoining room or add ventilation grills between rooms. See Ventilation Air From Inside Building. B.
Installation NOTICE: This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat. Use this heater along with your primary heating system. Do not install this heater as your primary heat source. If you have a central heating system, you may run system’s circulating blower while using heater. This will help circulate the heat throughout the house. In the event of a power outage, you can use this heater as your primary heat source. WARNING: A qualified service person must install fireplace. Follow all local codes.
INSTALLATION Continued Note: If desired, purchase a four-sided perimeter trim kit for built-in installations. See Accessories, page 36. Fireplace Clearances WARNING: Maintain the minimum clearances shown in Figure 7. If you can, provide greater clearances from floor, ceiling and joining wall. If your fireplace is to be used with an optional mantel, the installation instructions included with your mantel shows an approved method of attaching the fireplace/mantel system to a wall.
INSTALLATION Continued 2. If installing GA3450TA blower accessory, do so at this time. Follow instructions included with blower accessory. Note: If not installing blower accessory, you may wish to run electrical wiring to your fireplace for future blower installation (see Accessories, page 36). Use only approved three-wire electrical wiring. WARNING: If pre-wiring, do not connect wiring to any electrical source at this time.
INSTALLATION Continued WARNING: Do not allow any combustible/noncombustible materials to overlap the firebox front facing. WARNING: Do not allow combustible or noncombustible materials to cover any necessary openings like louvered slots. WARNING: Never modify or cover the louvered slots on the front of the firebox. Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation If placing mantel above built-in fireplace, you must meet minimum clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening.
INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY WARNING: This appliance requires a 45° male flare fitting 5/8"-18 UNF (Unified National Fine Thread) inlet connection and the flexible gas line provided. WARNING: A qualified service person must connect fireplace to gas supply. Follow all local codes. WARNING: Never connect natural gas fireplace to private (non-utility) gas wells. This gas is commonly known as wellhead gas.
INSTALLATION Continued We recommend that you install a sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 13, page 13. Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning. Install in piping system between fuel supply and heater. Locate sediment trap where trapped matter is not likely to freeze. A sediment trap traps moisture and contaminants. This keeps them from going into fireplace controls. If sediment trap is not installed or is installed wrong, fireplace may not run properly.
INSTALLATION Continued CAUTION: Make sure external regulator has been installed between propane/LP supply and fireplace. See guidelines under Connecting to Gas Supply, page 13. Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa) 1. Disconnect appliance with its appliance main gas valve (control valve) and equipment shutoff valve from gas supply piping system. Pressures in excess of 1/2 psig will damage heater regulator. 2.
INSTALLATION Continued OPTIONAL Wireless hand-held REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORies Remote-Ready Models Only (MRC and TRC) Installing Receiver 1. Disconnect jumper wires from the control valve (see Figure 19). 2. Locate the battery cover on the back of the receiver (see Figure 20). 3. Install 4-AA batteries (included) into receiver before installing into fireplace. 4. Connect wires from remote receiver to control valve. See instructions provided with remote control kit for further information.
INSTALLATION Continued WARNING: Do not connect the thermostat to a power source. Electrical shock and/or a fire hazard will occur. 6. Connect one bare wire end to each terminal (“W” and “R”) of the thermostat base (see Figure 23).
INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING LOG SET AND SCREEN 1. Remove log packaging material and discard packaging. Gently place log over burner (see Figure 24). Do not allow log to contact flame. If flame contacts log, soot will be created. Log Shoulder Screw 2. Reattach screen by placing notches in screen frame over shoulder screws and pushing down.
Operation Continued Thermostat-Controlled Models 2. Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open. 3. Turn control knob clockwise to the OFF position. 4. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas, including near the floor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the safety information, page 18. If you don’t smell gas, go to the next step. 5. Turn control knob counterclockwise to the PILOT position. Press in control knob for five (5) seconds (see Figure 25).
Operation Continued Thermostat-Controlled Models MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE 1. Follow steps 1 through 5 under Lighting Instructions, beginning on page 18. 2. With control knob pressed in, strike match. Hold match to pilot until pilot lights. 3. Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot. After 30 seconds, release control knob. Now follow step 8 under Lighting Instructions, column 2. Operating Optional Blower This blower has three settings: ON, OFF and AUTO.
Operation Continued Remote-ready Models 1. STOP! Read the safety information, page 20. 2. Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open. 3. Press in and turn control knob clockwise to the OFF position (see Figure 31. 4. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas, including near the floor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the safety information, page 20. If you don’t smell gas, go to the next step. 5. Press in and turn control knob counterclockwise to the PILOT position.
Operation Continued Remote-ready Models Optional GWMT1 Wall Optional Hand-Held mounted Thermostat REMOTE OPERATION Note: All remote control accessories must be purchased separately (see Accessories, page 36). Follow instructions included with the remote control. NOTICE: You must light the pilot before using the hand-held remote control unit. See Lighting Instructions on page 20. After lighting, let pilot flame burn for about one minute. Turn control knob to ON position.
Inspecting Burners Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often. PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 33 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. Figure 34 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern. The incorrect pilot flame is not touching the thermocouple. This will cause the thermocouple to cool. When the thermocouple cools, the fireplace will shut down.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Continued We also recommend that you keep the burner tube and pilot assembly clean and free of dust and dirt. To clean these parts we recommend using compressed air no greater than 30 PSI. Your local computer store, hardware store or home center may carry compressed air in a can. If using compressed air in a can, please follow the directions on the can. If you don’t follow directions on the can, you could damage the pilot assembly. 1. Shut off unit including pilot.
Troubleshooting WARNING: Turn off and unplug fireplace and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair fireplace. CAUTION: Never use a wire, needle or similar object to clean ODS/pilot. This can damage ODS/pilot unit. Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed, 1. Ignitor electrode not con- 1.
TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE ODS/pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released 1. Control knob not fully 1. Press in control knob fully pressed in 2. Control knob not pressed in 2. After ODS/pilot lights, keep long enough control knob pressed in 30 seconds 3. Safety interlock system has 3. Wait one minute for safety been triggered interlock system to reset. Repeat ignition operation 4. Equipment shutoff valve not 4.
TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Slight smoke or odor during initial operation 1. Residues from manufac- 1. Problem will stop after a few turing processes and log hours of operation curing 2. Not enough air 2. Check burner for dirt and debris. If found, clean burner (see Cleaning and Maintenance, page 23) 3. Gas regulator defective 3. Replace gas regulator Fireplace produces a whistling noise when burner is lit 1. Turning control knob to HI 1.
TROUBLESHOOTING Continued WARNING: If you smell gas • Shut off gas supply. • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical 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 fire department. IMPORTANT: Operating fireplace where impurities in air exist may create odors.
Specifications Thermostat Models Remote-Ready Models VDCFTPB • Rating (Variable): 17,000/26,000 Btu/Hr • Type Gas: Propane/LP • Ignition: Piezo • Manifold Pressure: 8" W.C. • Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water): Max - 14" W.C., Min* - 11" W.C. VDCFRPB • Rating (Variable): 17,000/26,000 Btu/Hr • Type Gas: Propane/LP • Ignition: Piezo • Manifold Pressure: 8" W.C. • Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water): Max - 14" W.C., Min* - 11" W.C.
Parts Firebox Models VDCFRPB, VDCFRNB, VDCFTNB and VDCFTPB 14 16 16 14 1 2 16 9 16 10 4 16 14 16 5 16 6 14 3 10 16 14 14 8 16 10 14 8 16 17 16 18 15 16 11 13 9 12 11 7 19 30 www.fmiproducts.
Parts Firebox Models VDCFRPB, VDCFRNB, VDCFTNB and VDCFTPB VDC F This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 29 of this manual. KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Outer Casing Top Baffle Outer Casing Firebox Hood Firebox Top Firebox Wrapper Outer Base Front Left and Right Sides Extruded Louver Screw, PPH AB 6-20 x 0.38 Screw, SLTD HWH TPG 6-32 x 0.
Parts THERMOSTAT MODELS VDCFTPB and VDCFTNB 9 4 2 1 3 6 5 7 9 8 10 9 17 12 11 21 14 16 13 6 20 15 19 18 32 www.fmiproducts.
Parts THERMOSTAT MODELS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 111069-01 099056-29 099056-34 104424-04 111124-01 107486-01 107485-01 099387-09 098249-01 M11084-38 M11084-26 ** 097809-02 098867-10 098867-14 108628-02 102394-02 098522-13 098522-12 101381-01 101628-03 099211-01 098544-01 098271-10 113342-01 DESCRIPTION Dual Burner Injector Injector Outlet Tube Burner Retainer Spring ODS Pilot ODS Pilot Pilot Tube ODS Nut Screw, HWH AB 8-18 x 0.38 Screw, HWH AB 10-16 x 0.
Parts REMOTE-READY MODELS VDCFRNB and VDCFRPB 20 4 9 2 1 3 6 7 8 5 9 10 9 11 12 14 12 21 Natural Gas Only 22 15 9 16 16 15 18 34 19 17 www.fmiproducts.
Parts REMOTE-READY MODELS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 DESCRIPTION 111069-01 099056-29 099056-34 103342-04 111195-07 111124-01 097809-02 103778-01 103779-01 099387-09 099387-12 098249-01 M11084-26 ** 110793-01 102445-01 101628-01 098271-10 M12461-26 111173-01 103781-02 103781-01 101480-12 097809-02 113342-01 099918-02 099387-14 Dual Burner Injector Injector Outlet Tube Outlet Tube Burner Retainer Spring Male Fitting ODS Pilot ODS Pilot Pilot Tube Pilot Tube ODS Nut Screw, HWH
Accessories NOTICE: All accessories may not be available for all fireplace models. Purchase these accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories call FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at 1-866-328-4537 for information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual. Perimeter Trim Kit GAB6094 - Black GAP6094 - Platinum For all models. Optional three-sided perimeter trim kit for custom and recessed installations (when unit is on the floor).
ACCESSORIES Continued WALL-MOUNT THERMOSTAT SWITCH - GWMT1 For all models. The desired comfort setting can be selected on the wall thermostat and the fireplace will automatically cycle from pilot to the heat setting selected. WALL-MOUNT ON/OFF SWITCH GWMS2 Brick Liners HFL200 - Aged Almond, Straight Brick Pattern HFL201 - Aged Red, Straight Brick Pattern For all models. Allows firebox interior to be aesthetically enhanced. For all models. Allows the fireplace to be turned on and off with a wall switch.
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