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Natural Gas Manual Millivolt
Regulator pressure setting 6.0" W.C. 3.5" W.C.
Gas inlet pressure Max. 10.5" W.C. Max. 10.5" W.C.
Min. 7.0" W.C. Min. 5.0" W.C.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
Propane Gas Manual Millivolt
Regulator pressure setting 10.0" W.C. 10.0" W.C
Gas inlet pressure Max. 13.0" W.C. Max. 13.0" W.C.
Min. 11.0" W.C. Min. 11.0" W.C.
BTUH BTUH BTUH
Model Gas Valve Type Max. Rate Med. Rate Min. Rate
VFYM-16 Natural Manual 25,000 20,000 15,000
VFYM-16 Propane Manual 25,000 20,000 15,000
VFYR-16 Natural Millivolt 25,000 – 17,500
VFYR-16 Propane Millivolt 25,000 – 17,500
VFYM-18 Natural Manual 32,000 27,000 22,000
VFYM-18 Propane Manual 32,000 27,000 22,000
VFYR-18 Natural Millivolt 32,000 – 22,000
VFYR-18 Propane Millivolt 32,000 – 22,000
VFYM-24 Natural Manual 36,000 27,000 22,000
VFYM-24 Propane Manual 36,000 27,000 22,000
VFYR-24 Natural Millivolt 36,000 – 25,000
VFYR-24 Propane Millivolt 36,000 – 25,000
VFYM-30 Natural Manual 38,000 27,000 22,000
VFYM-30 Propane Manual 38,000 27,000 22,000
VFYR-30 Natural Millivolt 38,000 – 26,000
VFYR-30 Propane Millivolt 38,000 – 26,000
INTRODUCTION
Always consult your local Building Department regarding regula-
tions, codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of an
unvented room heater/vented decorative appliance.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* manufactured
(mobile) home, where not prohibited by state or local codes.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from
the manufacturer.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the
rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases.
Solid-fuels shall not be burned in a masonry or UL 127 factory-built
fireplace in which an unvented room heater is installed.
A vented decorative appliance must be installed only in a solid-fuel
burning fireplace with a working flue and constructed of non-
combustible material.
WARNING: Failure to keep the primary air opening(s) of the
burner(s) clean may result in sooting and property damage.
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 unvented room heater/vented decorative appliance.
3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate unvented
room heater/vented decorative appliance.
Any alteration of the original design, installed other than as
shown in these instructions or use with a type of gas not shown on
the rating plate is the responsibility of the person and company
making the change.
Important
All correspondence should refer to complete Model No., Serial No.
and type of gas.
Attention: During initial use of logs you will detect an odor as the
logs are cured.
Notice: During initial firing of this unit, its paint will bake out, and
smoke will occur. To prevent triggering of smoke alarms, ventilate the
room in which the unit is installed.
IMPORTANT: Read all instructions carefully before starting in-
stallation. Failure to follow these installation instructions may
result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.
Save this manual for future reference.
Please read this manual before installing and using the appli-
ance.
WARNING: Any modification to this unvented gas heater
or its controls can be dangerous. Improper installation or
use of the heater can cause serious injury or death from fire,
burns, explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning.
ACCESSORIES
Description Color
For use with VFYM and VFYR models
EK-1 Embers Kit
ELH-1 Fireplace Hood for Log Sets Black
ELH-2 Brass Hood for Vent-Free Logs Brass
For use with VFYR models only
FRBC-1 Battery Operated Remote Control
FRBTC-1 Battery Operated Remote Control
w/Thermostat
FREC-1 Electric Remote Control
FWS-1 Wall Switch
GWSG-T Wall Thermostat, Millivolt