Superior UVFR-500 - User Manual

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATION NOT TO SCALE.
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36" & 42" Unvented Fireboxes
P/N 700,018M REV. C 12/2003
UVFR-500 UVFC-500
UVFR-600 UVFC-600
MODELS
STANDARD SERIES
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR USE ONLY WITH DECORATIVE TYPE UNVENTED ROOM
HEATERS.
DO NOT BUILD A WOOD FIRE.
RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
FOR YOUR SAFETY: Do not store or use gasoline
or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
FOR YOUR SAFETY: What to do if you smell gas:
• DO NOT light any appliance.
• DO NOT touch any electrical switches.
• DO NOT use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone.
Follow your gas suppliers instructions.
• If your gas supplier cannot be reached, call the
fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency or the gas sup-
plier.
WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL
IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLO-
SION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE,
PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, AL-
TERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE IN-
JURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. REFER TO THIS MANUAL.
FOR ASSISTANCE OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CON-
SULT A QUALIFIED INSTALLER, SERVICE AGENCY OR THE
GAS SUPPLIER.
WARNING: DO NOT BURN WOOD OR OTHER MATERIAL IN
THESE APPLIANCES.
CAREFULLY REVIEW THE INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED WITH
THE DECORATIVE TYPE UNVENTED ROOM HEATER FOR
THE MINIMUM FIREPLACE SIZE REQUIREMENT.
DO NOT INSTALL THE APPLIANCE IN THIS FIREBOX, UN-
LESS THIS FIREBOX MEETS THE MINIMUM DIMENSIONS
REQUIRED FOR THE INSTALLATIONS.
This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air
(oxygen) from the room in which it is installed.
Provisions for adequate combustion and ventila-
tion air must be provided. Refer to Combustion
and Ventilation Air Section, Page 3.
Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out
of traffic and away from furniture or draperies.
Do not place clothing or other materials on or near this appli-
ance.
IMPORTANT: READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS
COMPLETELY BEFORE INSTALLING YOUR UNVENTED ROOM
HEATERS.
UVFC-600
UVFR-500

Summary

Installation Instructions and Safety

Product Identification and Series

Identifies the Superior STANDARD SERIES unvented fireboxes.

Essential Safety Warnings

Covers critical warnings about operation, installation, and fire hazards.

Gas Leak Safety Protocol

Outlines immediate steps to take if a gas leak is detected.

General Information and Safety Guidelines

Product Series Overview

Describes the UVFC and UVFR series fireboxes and their systems.

Approved Gas Log Compatibility

Lists compatible Decorative Type Unvented Gas Log Room Heaters for the fireboxes.

Installation and Maintenance Safety

Covers installer/owner responsibilities and installation hazards.

Safety, Codes, and Air Requirements

Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions

Details symptoms of CO poisoning and necessary precautions.

Adherence to Building Codes

Stresses compliance with National Fuel Gas Code and local regulations.

Combustion and Ventilation Air Requirements

Explains requirements for air supply in confined/unconfined spaces.

Location and Clearances

Unconfined Space Air Requirements

Details options for ensuring adequate air in specific installation areas.

Firebox Placement Considerations

Guides on selecting an appropriate and safe location for the firebox.

Minimum Clearance Specifications

Outlines required distances to walls, ceilings, and objects.

Assembly and Installation Procedures

General Assembly Steps

Describes the typical sequence for positioning and securing the firebox.

Gas Line Installation Procedure

Provides detailed instructions and safety precautions for gas line connection.

Firebox Framing and Specifications

Framing Specifications and Support

Guides on constructing the framing around the firebox and floor support.

UVF-500 Dimensional Data

Presents the key dimensions for the UVF-500 model.

Firebox Installation and Specifications

General Installation Steps

Describes sliding the firebox into position and securing it.

Framing and Depth Considerations

Explains header placement and precise wall depth measurement.

UVF-600 Dimensional Data

Presents the key dimensions for the UVF-600 model.

Framing Specifications Details

Framing Dimensions Chart

Provides specific measurements for framing openings for UVF-500 and UVF-600.

Optional Equipment and Installation

Canopy Installation

Instructions for installing the required canopy for safe operation.

Blower Kit Installation

Steps for installing optional blower kits for circulating models.

Firebox Finishes and Accessories

Firebox Finishing Options

Discusses various decorative finishes and material restrictions.

Replacement Parts Information

Details on how to order replacement parts, including required information.

Available Accessories

Lists optional accessories like blower kits and decorative stone.

Replacement Parts List

Part Identification and Numbers

Provides a detailed list of parts with numbers for UVF-500 and UVF-600 models.

Superior UVFR-500 Specifications

General

Brand	Superior
Model	UVFR-500
Category	Indoor Fireplace
Language	English