Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product CHBR-16-3 Empire Comfort Systems
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Page 1 16934-3-0806 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER'S MANUAL INDOOR UNVENTED GAS FIREPLACE MODEL CHBR-16-3 EFFECTIVE DA TE AUGUST 2006 W A TER V APOR: A BY -PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM HEA TERS W ater vapor is a by-pr od uct of ga s combustion.
Page 2 16934-3-0806 Section Page Important Safety Information .........................................................................................................................3 Safety Information for Users of LP Gas ...........................
Page 3 16934-3-0806 When used without adequate combustion and ventilation air , heater may give off CARBON MONOXIDE, an odorless, poisonous gas. Do not install heater until all necessary provisions are made fo r c o mb us t io n a nd v e nt i la t io n a ir.
Page 4 16934-3-0806 Some people cannot smell well. Some people cannot smell the odor of the chemical put into the gas. Y ou must find out if you can smell the odorant in propane. Smoking can decrease your ability to smell. Being around an odor for a time can affect your sensitivity or ability to detect that odor .
Page 5 16934-3-0806 Qualified Installing Agency Instal lation and repla cement of gas pipi ng, gas ut ilizat ion equip ment or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be performed only by a qualified agency .
Page 6 16934-3-0806 GENERAL INFORMA TION W A TER V APOR: A BY -PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM HEA TERS W ater vapor is a by-product of gas combustion. An unvented room heater produces approximately one (1) ounce (30ml) of water for every 1,000 BTU’ s (.3KW’ s) of gas input per hour .
Page 7 16934-3-0806 PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUA TE COMBUSTION & VENTILA TION AIR Provisions for Adequate Combustion and V entilation Air This heater shall not be installed in a confined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air .
Page 8 16934-3-0806 CLEARANCES CLEARANCES Minimum Clearances From Combustible Construction (Figures 2 and 3) Side 2" Rear 2" T op 24" Floor Combustible Figure 1 Figure 2.
Page 9 16934-3-0806 GAS SUPPL Y Check all local codes for requirements, especially for the size and type of gas supply line required. Note: Never use plastic pipe.
Page 10 16934-3-0806 SET -UP INSTRUCTIONS Attention: T wo people are required to assemble indoor chimenea. 1. Remove packing material from top of box. 2. Lift stack casting section out and set aside. 3. Remove remaining items and packing from inside body casting.
Page 1 1 16934-3-0806 PLACEMENT OF GLOWING EMBERS AND LA V A ROCK Placement of the glowing embers (rock wool) is very individual and light coverage of the areas indicated will provide your best effects. W e recommend separation of the rock wool by hand and make your coverage as light and fluffy as possible.
Page 12 16934-3-0806 Flames from the pilot (rear right back side of the pan burner) as well as the main flame should be visually checked as the log set is installed. In normal operation at full rate after 10 to 15 minutes, the flame appearance should be sets of yellow flames.
Page 13 16934-3-0806 HI/L O REGUL A TOR CONTROL K NOB PIEZO IGNITOR FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING W ARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly , a fire or explosion may result caus- ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Page 14 16934-3-0806 Figure 7 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. The correct flame will be blue and will extend beyond the thermocouple. The flame will surround the thermocouple just below the tip. A slight yellow flame may occur where the pilot flame and main burner flame meet.
Page 15 16934-3-0806 Annual inspection and cleaning by your dealer or qualified service technician is recommended to prevent malfunction and/or sooting. TURN OFF HEA TER AND ALLOW TO COOL BEFORE CLEANING. Remove logs, handling carefully by holding gently at each end.
Page 16 16934-3-0806 WIRING Label all wires prior to disconnec tion when servicing controls . W iring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. V erify proper operation after servicing. Control Panel Installation 1. Disco nnect black and green wire from TH/ TP and TH terminal on valve.
Page 17 16934-3-0806 If the gas quality is bad, your pilot may not stay lit, the burners may produce soot and the heater may backfire when lit. If the gas quality or pressure is low , contact your local gas supplier immediately . 1. When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/ pilot.
Page 18 16934-3-0806 Parts can be ordered only through your service person or dealer . For best results, the service person or dealer should order parts through the distributor . Parts can be shipped directly to the service person/dealer . All parts listed in the Parts List have a Part Number .
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Page 20 16934-3-0806 SER VICE NOTES Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. 918 Freeburg A ve. Belleville, IL 62220 PH: 618-233-7420 or 800-851-3153 F AX: 618-233-7097 or 800-443-8648 info@empirecomfort.
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