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VENT FREE VENT FREE
INFRA RED HEATERS
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
P/N 88900 / REV. 02/04
MODEL NUMBERS MANUAL MODELS
THERMOSTAT MODELS
NATURAL GAS
VFM63, VFM103, VFM203, VFM303
VFT101, VFT201, VFT301
PROPANE GAS
VFM64, VFM104, VFM204, VFM304
VFT102, VFT202, VFT302
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.
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Do not store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
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WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:



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 neighbors
phone. Follow the gas suppliers instructions.



If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
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INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE
PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED
INSTALLER, SERVICE AGENCY OR THE
GAS SUPPLIER.
INSTALLER
: Leave this manual
with the appliance.
CONSUMER
: Retain this
manual for future reference.
INSTALLER MUST SHOW
HOMEOWNER PROPER
LIGHTING AND OPERATION
OF HEATER. HAVE THEM
COMPLETE AND RETURN
THE WARRANTY CARD.
This is an unvented gas fired heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed. Provisions
for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. See Pg. 4 & 5.
This unit is not approved for installation in greenhouses,or environments involving dusty, wet,
corrosive, or explosive conditions. Such conditions will invalidate the warranty and may create
unsafe conditions.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket, permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home,
where not prohibited by local codes. 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.
R WARNING:
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property
damage, personal injury or loss of life. Refer to the owners information manual provided with this
appliance. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
THIS HEATER SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED ABOVE 7,000 FT. ELEVATION.
HEATERS INSTALLED ABOVE 4,500 FT. MAY EXPERIENCE NUISANCE PILOT
OUTAGE AND THIS CONDITION MAY BE AGGRAVATED BY IMPROPER PRESSURE
AND INCORRECT SIZING RELATIVE TO FREE AIR OR CONFINED SPACE.
INTRODUCTION.
2, 3
SPECIFICATIONS
3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..
3, 4
FRESH AIR FOR COMBUSTION VENTI-
LATION & AIR DISTRIBUTION.
4, 5
INSTALLATION..
5
CLEARANCES.
6
TOOLS & ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES..
6
GAS ROUGH-IN
6
WALL MOUNT.
9
FREE STANDING.
9
GAS CONNECTION.
10
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS......11 14
PROPER OPERATION.........
15
MAINTENANCE..........
16
BLOWER INSTRUCTIONS........
17
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE..........
22
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN...... 18,20
PARTS LIST. ........ 19,21
WARRANTY........
24
L.P. GAS WARNING SHEET. ........
23
INTRODUCTION
Read these installation and operating instructions carefully before you install or attempt to use this vent free
room heater. If you do not understand any part of these instructions, consult local authorities, a qualified
installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. FAILURE TO READ OR UNDERSTAND THESE
INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN MALFUNCTION, INEFFICIENT OPERATION,
PROPERTY DAMAGE, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
.
These installation instructions are a general guide and do not supersede applicable local codes and
ordinances. Before planning or beginning the installation be sure it complies with all phases of the local
heating code. Or, in the absence of local codes, with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI.Z223.1/NFPA54. A copy of which is available from the American Gas Association, 1515 Wilson
Blvd., Arlington, Virginia 22209.
The design of this appliance was certified to comply with the latest edition of ANSI Z21.11.2, also available
from the American Gas Association.
CONTENT
Page 2 INTRODUCTION CONTD.
For your protection this heater is equipped with an Oxygen Depletion Sensor (ODS) pilot system. Never operate heater if
ODS has been damaged or tampered with as this could expose you to Carbon Monoxide (a colorless, odorless gas) that
could result in injury or death. Early signs of Carbon Monoxide poisoning resemble influenza, with headaches, dizziness,
or nausea. If you develop these symptoms GET FRESH AIR AT ONCE. Turn off heater and call a qualified serviceman to
check heater. Some people are more affected by Carbon Monoxide than others: Including pregnant women, persons with
a heart or lung disease, anemia, those under the influence of alcohol, and those at high altitudes.
OPERATION
Infrared heaters heat like the sun with almost instantaneous, safe, clean burning waves of infrared heat. Like the sun,
they must see the object to be heated. Make sure they are installed away from furniture or any other object which
might block the infrared waves. The Cozy thermostatically controlled units offer the additional benefit of automatically
cycling the heating to maintain just the right room temperature. Ventfree gas room heaters are designed strictly for
supplemental room heat use and should never be installed as sole source heating.
ROOM HEATER SPECIFICATIONS
Your room heater comes packed in a single carton. Before installation, check the rating plate to verify that the Model
Number is correct and that the room heater is equipped for the type gas you intend to use.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1)
Keep burner and control compartment clean.
2)
Due to high temperatures, the heater should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.
3)
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazard of high surface temperature and should stay away to avoid burns
or clothing ignition.
4)
Young children should be carefully supervised then they are in the same room with this heater.
5)
Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the heater.
6)
Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the heater.
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MODEL NUMBER
MANUAL MODELS
THERMOSTAT MODELS
NATURAL GAS
VFM63
VFM103
VFM203
VFM303
VFT101
VFT201
VFT301
PROPANE GAS
VFM64
VFM104
VFM204
VFM304
VFT102
VFT202
VFT302
TYPE CONTROL
MAN.
MAN.
MAN.
MAN.
T-STAT
T-STAT
T-STAT
BULB
BULB
BULB
HEIGHT
22-1/2
22-1/2
22-1/2
22-1/2
22-1/2
22-1/2
22-1/2
WIDTH
11-1/2
14-9/16
20-11/16
26-13/16
14-9/16
20-11/16
26-13/16
DEPTH
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
INPUT (BTU/HR.)
5,500
10,000
LO / 10,000
LO / 10,000
10,000
20,000
30,000
HI / 20,000
MED./20,000
HI / 30,000
Gas Supply Line Size
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Optional CVF Blower
NO
NO
YES
YES
NO
YES
YES
Optional Floor Stand
NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
Bathroom Installation
YES
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
Bedroom Installation
YES
YES
NO
NO
YES
NO
NO
Piezo Ignitor
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
Shipping Weight
16 LB.
22 LB.
30 LB.
35 LB.
22 LB.
30 LB.
35 LB.
As applicable:
1. An unvented room hetaer having an input rating of more than 10,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bedroom
or bathroom; or
2. An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than 6,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bathroom. 7)
Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person. The heater should be inspected before use
and at least annually by a professional service person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive
lint from carpeting, bedding, material, etc. It is imperative that control compartments, burners, and circulating air
passageways of the heater be kept clean.
8)
WARNING:
Any changes to this heater or its controls can be dangerous.
9)
Do not use this heater if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service person to inspect the
heater and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.
10) Due to high surface and radiated temperatures, keep children, clothing, and furniture away.
11) Do not install this heater in a recreational vehicle.
12) Never use a match, candle, flame or other source of ignition to check for gas leaks. Use only soapy water or
liquid detergent.
13) Before cleaning or servicing, turn off the gas and allow heater to cool.
14) Do not put objects around the heater that will obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
15) When installing the heater allow adequate accessibility clearances for servicing and proper operation.
16) Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.
17) Do not install in a residential or commercial garage.
18) WARNING: Do not use a blower or other accessory not approved for use with this heater.
19) WARNING: Failure to keep the primary air opening(s) of the burner(s) clean may result in sooting and property
damage.
20) WARNING: Do not allow fans to blow directly into the appliance. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame
patterns.
21) This appliance is intended for supplemental heating.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - CONTINUED
FRESH AIR FOR COMBUSTION, VENTILATION AND HEAT DISTRIBUTION
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