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INSTALLATION AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
UNIVERSAL VENT-FREE FIREBOX
36" x 24", 36" x 28" & 42" x 28" Universal Vent-Free Fireboxes
P/N 700,032M REV. B 05/2006
MODELS
UVF-36
UVFRC-4228
UVFRC-3628
UVFRC-4228-H
UVFRC-4228 Shown
UVFRC-3628-H
INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE APPLIANCE.
CONSUMER: RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
FOR USE ONLY WITH A LISTED GAS-FIRED UNVENTED DECO-
RATIVE ROOM HEATER NOT TO EXCEED 40,000 BTU/H.
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:
• Installation must
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IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING WARNING INFORMATION Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early • The heater must be isolated from INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THESE INSTRUC- TIONS WITH THE OWNER. signs of carbon monoxide poisoning the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual are similar to the fl u with head- OWNER: PLEASE RETAIN THESE INSTRUC- shut-off valve during any pres- aches, dizziness and/or nausea. If TIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. sure testing of the gas supply you have the
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Misc. Codes / Standards - CONGRATULATIONS! The Installation must conform to local codes In selecting this SUPERIOR Vent-Free Gas Firebox you have chosen the fi nest and most or, in the absence of local codes, with the dependable fi replace to be found anywhere. A beautiful, prestigious, alternative to a National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 wood burning fi replace. Welcome to a family of tens of thousands of satisfi ed SUPERIOR - latest edition. Fireplace Owners. The appliance, when i
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The National Fuel Gas Code defi nes a confi ned 3. Add the BTU/Hr of all the fuel burning appli- Your options are: space as a space whose volume is less than ances in the space. 3 3 50 ft per 1,000 BTU/Hr (4.8 m per kw) of the a. Rework equations adding the space of adjoin- aggregate input rating of all appliances installed Vent-Free heater ________ BTU/Hr ing room(s). If the extra volume provides an in that space and an unconfi ned space as a space Gas appliance #1* ________ BTU/Hr unconfi ned
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(e)Unvented propane or natural gas-fi red space/room heaters shall Note: The following requirements reference various Massachusetts and national codes not contained in this document. be prohibited in bedrooms and bathrooms. (f)Space/room heaters shall be properly sized for the room or space Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts of installation, but shall not exceed a maximum of 40,000 BTU input per room or space. Un-vented Room Heaters shall be installed in accordance with 527 CM
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LOCATION OF FIREBOX WARNING Carefully select the best location for installation of your built-in Vent-Free fi rebox. The following Do not install these built-in Vent- factors should be taken into consideration: 40" Free fi reboxes in sleeping quarters, or in recreational vehicles. 16" • Clearance to side wall, ceiling, woodwork and windows. WARNINGS • Location must not be affected by drafts caused by kitchen exhaust fans, return air Optional Do not install these appliances: regi
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Combustible Mantel and Trim Clearance Combustible Mantel and Trim Clearance Model UVF-36 WITH Canopy Installed Models UVFRC-3628 and UVFRC-4228 WITHOUT Canopy Installed Canopy is required on all installations for this model only. Canopy is optional on these models Safe Zone Safe Zone Combustible Mantel Combustible Mantel and Trim and Trim 18” 24” 17” 23” 16” 22” 15” 21” Combustible Combustible Coordinate Material (wall) Material (wall) Coordinate 14” in ()Example 20” in ()Example 13” 19”
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ASSEMBLY STEPS Consult all local codes. IMPORTANT Notes: Properly size and route the gas supply line Illustrations shown in this manual refl ect from the supply regulator to the area where the Hold heater regulator with a wrench “typical” installations with nominal dimen- appliance is to be installed per requirements to prevent movement when connect- sions and are for design and framing refer- outlined in the National Fuel Gas Code, NFPA ing to inlet piping. ence only. Actual inst
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3. Note the fl oor construction, i.e. 2" x 6", 2" x Note: The nailing fl ange and the area directly Firebox Framing behind the nailing fl ange is exempt from the 8" or 2" x 10", single or double joists, type clearances described on the fi rebox clearance Construct fi rebox framing following Figures and thickness of fl oor boards. label. 9 through 11 and Table 1 on Page 11 for your specifi c installation requirements. Refer to 4. Use this information and consult your lo- Step 4. To safely opera
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SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions - Inches (millimeters) Model No. A B C D E F G H J K L M N P *Q 36 24 41-3/4 37-1/4 23-1/2 20 3 7-3/8 15-7/8 7-1/2 11-15/16 1-5/16 5-1/2 30-5/16 29-5/8 UVF-36 (914) (610) (1061) (946) (597) (508) (76) (187) (403) (190) (303) (33) (140) (770) (753) UVFRC-3628 & 36 28 41-3/4 41-1/4 23-1/2 20 3 8-3/8 15-7/8 7-1/2 11-15/16 1-5/16 5-1/2 34-5/16 33-5/8 UVFRC-3628-H (914) (711) (1061) (1048) (597) (508) (76) (213) (403) (190) (303) (33) (140) (872) (854) UVFRC-4228 & 42 28 4
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FRAMING SPECIFICATIONS Framing Dimensions Corner Installation UVFRC-3628 & UVFRC-4228 & Opening UVF-36 Back Wall Of Chase/Enclosure This Figure corre- UVFRC-3628-H UVFRC-4228-H sponds to Table 1 Including Finishing Materials A 42-1/4" (1073) 42-1/4" (1073) 48-1/4" (1226) If Any B 40-1/4" (1022) 44-1/4" (1124) 44-1/4" (1124) C 23-9/16" (599) 23-9/16" (599) 29-9/16" (751) D D 11-1/4" (286) 11-1/4" (286) 14-1/4" (362) F E 63-1/2" (1613) 63-1/2" (1613) 69-1/2" (1765) H F 31-3/4" (807) 31-3/4" (807
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Top View * Junction Box IMPORTANT * Electrical Outlet The Ground Lead must be connected to the green screw (located on the Canopy junction box). Failure to do this Blower could result in an electrical short or Bend blower mounting tabs up to secure shock injury. Tie a loose knot in power blower in place cord to take up slack The appliance must be electrically * The Junction Box / Electrical Kit is not included. See Page 15 for ordering information. grounded in accordance w
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Installation Instructions - Cover Plate FBK-100 or FBK 200 Blower Kits and JBK Junction Box Kit J-Box & Receptacle IMPORTANT All electrical wiring must be performed by licensed Elec- Remove knock-out tricians. Electrical wiring must comply with the National (strain relief bushing presses into this hole Electrical Code ANSI/ NFPA 70 - latest edition around romex wires - see Step 8 on Page 14). Step 1. Follow the instructions below for the model you are installing: Model UVF-36:
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Step 8. Ensure that power supply wires are NOT "live" before making these connections). Install J-Box Cover Plate as follows: Model UVFRC-4228 Shown Feed the * Romex wires (or other equivalent plastic insulated wire - Refer ANSI/NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code - Latest Edition) Firebox through the J-Box Cover retangular opening, then connect to the fl oor J-box wires. The strain relief bushing should be pressed into the knock-out on J-box cover around the Romex (this will provide pro
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FIREBOX FINISHES APPROVED ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS There are a wide variety of “fi nished looks” for your built-in Vent-Free fi rebox from formal wall decor with elaborate mantels to rustic wood paneling or warm brick facings. Only noncombustible materials like marble, stone, tile, brick, etc. may overlap the black front facing. Seal all joints between the black facing and wall surrounds to prevent air intrusion. Use noncombustible caulking material only to seal the black metal facing to th
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P A APPROVED ACCESSORIES AND The variable speed control rheostat is included with COMPONENTS FBK-200 models only * Forced Air Blower Kits Cat. Model No. Description No. 80L84 FBK-100 Blower, Standard (single speed) 80L85 FBK-200 Blower, Variable Speed (w/wall-mounted switch) Charcoal Canopy 94L89 FBK-100-36 Blower, Standard, 36 Pack Cat. # Model Models Where Used 94L90 FBK-200-36 Blower Kit - Variable Speed UVFRC-3628, UVFRC-3628-H H1989 FC36 with Wall Switch 36 Pack An ON/OFF wall switch
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REPLACEMENT PARTS An exploded view of the fi rebox with numbered parts and a replacement parts list can be found on the Page. Normally, all parts should be ordered through your distributor or dealer. Parts will be shipped at prevailing prices at time of order. When ordering repair parts, always give the following information: 1. The *model number of the fi rebox. 2. The *serial number of the fi rebox. 3. The part number. 4. The description of the part. 5. The quantity required. 6. The installatio
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NOTES NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATION ARE NOT TO SCALE. 18
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The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in design, materials, specifi cations, prices and also to discontinue colors, styles and products. Consult your local distributor for fi replace code information. Printed in U.S.A. © 2006 by LHP LHP P/N 700,032M REV. B 05/2006 1110 West Taft Avenue Orange, CA 92865
