Empire Comfort Systems VFD36FB2DF-1 - Manual (Page 3)

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The installation must conform with local codes or, in
the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition) and to the National
electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA70 (latest edition).
NOTE: Installation and repair should be done by a quali-
fied service person. The appliance should be inspected
before use and at least annually by a qualified service
person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to
excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. It
is imperative that control compartment, burners and
circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept
clean.
Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an
appliance must be replaced prior to operating the ap-
pliance. Provide adequate combustion and ventilation
air.
The flow of combustion and ventilation air MUST NOT
be obstructed.
Provide adequate clearance around air openings into
the combustion chamber and adequate accessibility
clearance for servicing and proper operation. NEVER
obstruct the front opening of the appliance.
This Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. firebox and its
components have been tested and will operate safely when
installed in accordance with this installation manual.
Read all instructions before starting installation, then
follow these instructions carefully during installation
to maximize firebox benefit and safety. Report to your
dealer any parts damaged in shipment.
The Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. warranty will be
voided by, and Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. disclaims
any responsibility for the following actions:
- Installation of any damaged firebox.
- Modification of the firebox or any of the components
parts thereof.
- Installation other than as instructed by Empire
Comfort Systems, Inc.
- Installation and/or use of any component part or
accessory not approved by Empire Comfort Systems,
Inc. in combination or assembly with a Empire
Comfort Systems, Inc. firebox, not withstanding any
independent testing laboratory or other third party
approval of such component part or accessory.
Any such action may create a possible fire hazard.
Consult your local building codes.
Firebox Screen.
The firebox screen must be in place when the firebox is
operating.
Instructions to Installer
1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after
installation.
2. Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card
supplied with firebox.
3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate log set
that is installed into firebox.
Important
All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number,
Serial Number.
Notice: During initial firing of this firebox with a log set installed, 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
equipment 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 responsible 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 Massachusetts: The installation must be made by
a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts. The state of Massachusetts requires that a
flexible appliance connector cannot exceed three feet in
length.
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.
In the State of Massachusetts, unvented propane and natural
gas-fired space heaters shall be prohibited in bedrooms and
bathrooms.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence
of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/
NFPA 54.*
*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc., 11 West
42nd St., New York, N.Y. 10036.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION