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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND
OWNER'S MANUAL
The Classic Cast Iron Stoves

CAST IRON
UNVENTED ROOM HEATER
MODEL
CIVF-25-21
EFFECTIVE DATE
AUGUST 2006

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.
WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
— 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
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department.
— Installation and service must be performed by
a qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
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Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance.
Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference.
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. Refer to page 6.
WARNING: If not installed, operated and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions, this product could expose you to
substances in fuel or from fuel combustion which
can cause death or serious illness.
WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS
Water 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. Refer to page 6.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION
PAGE
Important Safety Information .................................................................................................3
Safety Information for Users of LP Gas .................................................................................4
Introduction ............................................................................................................................5
Specifications .........................................................................................................................5
Water Vapor: A By-Product of Unvented Room Heaters .......................................................6
Provisions for Adequate Combustion and Ventilation Air ....................................................6
Gas Supply .............................................................................................................................7
Clearances .............................................................................................................................8
Appliance Hardware Package ................................................................................................9
Assembly of Stove Casting ............................................................................................ 10-12
Optional Stone Inlay Installation..........................................................................................13
Wire Channel Installation .....................................................................................................13
Log Placement ......................................................................................................................14
Operating Guidelines............................................................................................................14
Lighting Instructions ...........................................................................................................15
Pilot Flame Characteristics...................................................................................................16
Main Burner Flame Characteristics......................................................................................17
Wiring ............................................................................................................................ 18-19
Maintenance .........................................................................................................................19
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................. 20-21
How To Order Repair Parts ..................................................................................................21
Parts List for Stove Casting ..................................................................................................22
Parts List for CIVF-25-21 ...................................................................................................22
Parts View for Stove Casting................................................................................................23
Parts View for CIVF-25-21 ................................................................................................24
Optional Blower Installation Instructions ..................................................................... 25-26
Service Notes........................................................................................................................27

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
THIS IS A HEATING APPLIANCE

DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT FRONT PANEL INSTALLED.
• An unvented room heater having an input rating of more than
6,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bathroom.
• An unvented room heater having an input rating of more
than 10,000 Btu per hour shall not be installed in a bedroom
or bathroom.
• Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located
out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.
• Children and adults should be alerted to the hazard of high
surface temperature and should stay away to avoid burns
or clothing ignition.
• Young children should be carefully supervised when they
are in the same room with the appliance.
• Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or
near the appliance.
• Keep burner and control compartment clean.
• Installation and repair should be done by a QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSON. The appliance 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 materials, etc. It
is imperative that control compartments, burners and
circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean.
• WARNING: ANY CHANGE TO THIS HEATER OR ITS
CONTROLS CAN BE DANGEROUS.

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Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an appliance must be replaced prior to operating the heater.
DO make a periodic visual check of pilot and burners. Clean
and replace damaged parts.
DO NOT use this room heater if any part has been under
water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to
inspect the room heater and to replace any part of the control
system and any gas control which has been under water.
Due to high surface temperatures, keep children, clothing
and furniture away.
Under no circumstances should any solid fuels (wood, coal,
paper or cardboard etc.) be used in this appliance.
The flow of combustion and ventilation air must not be
obstructed in any way.
WARNING: Failure to keep the primary air opening(s) of
the burner(s) clean may result in sooting and property damage.
Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.
WARNING: Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger
insert or other accessory not approved for use with heater.

WARNING

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 for combustion and ventilation air. Consult the written instructions provided with the heater for information
concerning combustion and ventilation air. In the absence
of instructions, refer to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1, Section 5.3 or applicable local codes.

This heater is equipped with a PILOT LIGHT SAFETY
SYSTEM designed to turn off the heater if not enough fresh
air is available.
DO NOT TAMPER WITH PILOT LIGHT SAFETY
SYSTEM!
If heater shuts off, do not relight until you provide fresh air.
If heater keeps shutting off, have it serviced. Keep burner and
control compartment clean.
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING MAY LEAD TO
DEATH.

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Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu,
with headache, dizziness and/or nausea. If you have these
signs, heater may not be working properly. Get fresh air at
once! Have heater serviced.
Some people — pregnant women, persons with heart or lung
disease, anemia, those under the influence of alcohol , those
at high altitudes — are more affected by carbon monoxide
than others.
The pilot light safety system senses the depletion of oxygen at
its location. If this heater is installed in a structure having a
high vertical dimension, the possibility exists that the oxygen
supply at the higher levels will be less than that at the heater. In
this type of application, a fan to circulate the structure air will
minimize this effect. The use of this fan will also improve the
comfort level in the structure. When a fan is used to circulate
air, it should be located so that the air flow is not directed at
the burner.

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SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS
Propane (LP-Gas) is a flammable gas which can cause fires
and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and
colorless. You may not know all the following safety precautions which can protect both you and your family from an
accident. Read them carefully now, then review them point

by point with the members of your household. Someday when
there may not be a minute to lose, everyone's safety will depend
on knowing exactly what to do. If, after reading the following
information, you feel you still need more information, please
contact your gas supplier.

LP-GAS WARNING ODOR

If a gas leak happens, you should be able to smell the gas because of the odorant put in the LP-Gas.
That's your signal to go into immediate action!
• Do not operate electric switches, light matches, use your phone.
Do not do anything that could ignite the gas.
• Get everyone out of the building, vehicle, trailer, or area. Do
that IMMEDIATELY.
• Close all gas tank or cylinder supply valves.
• LP-Gas is heavier than air and may settle in low areas such as
basements. When you have reason to suspect a gas leak, keep
out of basements and other low areas. Stay out until firefighters
declare them to be safe.

• Use your neighbor's phone and call a trained LP-Gas service
person and the fire department. Even though you may not continue to smell gas, do not turn on the gas again. Do not re-enter
the building, vehicle, trailer, or area.
• Finally, let the service man and firefighters check for escaped
gas. Have them air out the area before you return. Properly
trained LP-Gas service people should repair the leak, then check
and relight the gas appliance for you.

NO ODOR DETECTED - ODOR FADE
Some people cannot smell well. Some people cannot smell the
odor of the chemical put into the gas. You 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. Sometimes other odors
in the area mask the gas odor. People may not smell the gas odor
or their minds are on something else. Thinking about smelling a
gas odor can make it easier to smell.
The odorant in LP-gas is colorless, and it can fade under some
circumstances. For example, if there is an underground leak, the
movement of the gas through soil can filter the odorant. Odorants

in LP-Gas also are subject to oxidation. This fading can occur if
there is rust inside the storage tank or in iron gas pipes.
The odorant in escaped gas can adsorb or absorb onto or into walls,
masonry and other materials and fabrics in a room. That will take
some of the odorant out of the gas, reducing its odor intensity.
LP-Gas may stratify in a closed area, and the odor intensity could
vary at different levels. Since it is heavier than air, there may be
more odor at lower levels. Always be sensitive to the slightest gas
odor. If you detect any odor, treat it as a serious leak. Immediately
go into action as instructed earlier.

SOME POINTS TO REMEMBER
• Learn to recognize the odor of LP-gas. Your local LP-Gas
Dealer can give you a "Scratch and Sniff" pamphlet. Use it to
find out what the propane odor smells like. If you suspect that
your LP-Gas has a weak or abnormal odor, call your LP-Gas
Dealer.
• If you are not qualified, do not light pilot lights, perform service,
or make adjustments to appliances on the LP-Gas system. If
you are qualified, consciously think about the odor of LP-Gas
prior to and while lighting pilot lights or performing service or
making adjustments.
• Sometimes a basement or a closed-up house has a musty smell
that can cover up the LP-Gas odor. Do not try to light pilot
lights, perform service, or make adjustments in an area where
the conditions are such that you may not detect the odor if there
has been a leak of LP-Gas.
• Odor fade, due to oxidation by rust or adsorption on walls of
new cylinders and tanks, is possible. Therefore, people should
be particularly alert and careful when new tanks or cylinders
are placed in service. Odor fade can occur in new tanks, or
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reinstalled old tanks, if they are filled and allowed to set too
long before refilling. Cylinders and tanks which have been out
of service for a time may develop internal rust which will cause
odor fade. If such conditions are suspected to exist, a periodic
sniff test of the gas is advisable. If you have any question about
the gas odor, call your LP-gas dealer. A periodic sniff test of
the LP-gas is a good safety measure under any condition.
• If, at any time, you do not smell the LP-Gas odorant and you
think you should, assume you have a leak. Then take the same
immediate action recommended above for the occasion when
you do detect the odorized LP-Gas.
• If you experience a complete "gas out," (the container is under
no vapor pressure), turn the tank valve off immediately. If the
container valve is left on, the container may draw in some air
through openings such as pilot light orifices. If this occurs, some
new internal rusting could occur. If the valve is left open, then
treat the container as a new tank. Always be sure your container
is under vapor pressure by turning it off at the container before
it goes completely empty or having it refilled before it is completely empty.
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INTRODUCTION
Always consult your local Building Department regarding
regulations, codes or ordinances which apply to the installation
of an unvented room heater.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* permanently
located, 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.
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.
3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate unvented
room heater.
This CIVF-25 is design certified in accordance with American
National Standards Institute Z21.11.2 by the Canadian Standards
Association as an Unvented Room Heater and should be installed
according to these instructions.
Attention: During initial use of ceramic log you will detect an
odor as the ceramic log is cured. Also, during the curing process
the ceramic log will burn with a yellow flame.
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.
Warning: This appliance is equipped for (natural or propane)
gas. Field conversion is not permitted.
Important
All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number, Serial
Number and type of gas.

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.
Qualified Installing Agency
Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equipment
or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be
performed only by a qualified agency. The term "qualified agency"
means any individual, firm, corporation or company which either in
person or through a representative is engaged in and is responsible
for (a) the installation or replacement of gas piping or (b) the
connection, installation, repair or servicing of equipment, who is
experienced in such work, familiar with all precautions required
and has complied with all the requirements of the authority having
jurisdiction.
State of Massachusetts: The installation must be made by
a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts.
Sellers of unvented propane or natural gas-fired supplemental
room heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy of 527 CMR
30 upon sale of the unit.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence
of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/
NFPA 54.*
*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc., 11 West 42nd St., New York,
N.Y. 10036.

High Altitudes
For altitudes/elevations above 2,000 feet (610m), ratings should be
reduced at the rate of 4 percent for each 1,000 feet (305m) above
sea level. Contact the manufacturer or your gas company before
changing spud/orifice size.

SPECIFICATIONS
Model
CIVF-25
Input BTU/HR (KW/H) Maximum
30,000 (8.8)
BTU/HR (KW/H) Minimum
21,000 (6.2)
Height
27 3/4" (70.5cm)
Width
25 1/2" (64.8cm)
Depth
15 1/2" (39.4cm)
Gas Inlet
3/8" (9.5mm)
Stove Casting (Must be ordered with Firebox)
CIFB-1
Flat Black
CIPB-1
Porcelain Black
CIPG-1
Porcelain Green
CIPS-1
Porcelain Sand
CIPN-1
Porcelain Navy
CIPR-1
Porcelain Red

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Accessories
TMV
Millivolt Wall Thermostat - Reed Switch
FRBC-1
Battery Operated Remote Control
FRBTC-1 Battery Operated Remote Control w/Thermostat
FREC-1
Electric Remote Control
FWS-1
Wall Switch
CIB-2
Automatic BLower
Stone Inlay Replaces Standard Grill Top
CII-2
Stone Inlay
Empress Green
CII-3
Stone Inlay
Hunan Jade
CII-4
Stone Inlay
Gray Botticino
CII-5
Stone Inlay
Azul
CII-6
Stone Inlay
Salome
CII-7
Stone Inlay
Black Swan

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WATER VAPOR: A BY-PRODUCT OF UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS
Water 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.
Unvented room heaters must be used as supplemental heat (a
room) rather than a primary heat source (an entire house). In most
supplemental heat applications, the water vapor does not create a
problem. In most applications, the water vapor enhances the low
humidity atmosphere experienced during cold weather.

The following steps will help insure that water vapor does not
become a problem.
1. Be sure the heater is sized properly for the application, including
ample combustion air and circulation air.
2. If high humidity is experienced, a dehumidifier may be used
to help lower the water vapor content of the air.
3. Do not use an unvented room heater as the primary heat source
(an entire house).

PROVISIONS FOR ADEQUATE COMBUSTION & VENTILATION 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.
The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 defines a confined space
as a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per
hour (4.8m3 per kw) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances
installed in that space and an unconfined space as a space whose
volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8m3
per kw) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in
that space. Rooms communicating directly with the space in which
the appliances are installed, through openings not furnished with
doors, are considered a part of the unconfined space.
The following example is for determining the volume of a typical
area in which the CIVF-25 may be located and for determining if
this area fits the definition of an unconfined space.
The maximum input of the CIVF-25 is 30,000 Btu per hour.
Based on the 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour formula, the
minimum area that is an unconfined space for installation of the
CIVF-25 is 1,500 cubic feet, 50 cubic feet x 30 = 1,500 cubic feet.
To determine the cubic feet of the area in which the CIVF-25 is
to be installed, measure the length, width and height of the area.
Example: The area measures 16 feet in length, 12 feet in width and
8 feet in height, the area is 1,536 cubic feet. The CIVF-25 can be
installed in this unconfined space with no requirement to provide
additional combustion and ventilation air.

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Warning: If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller
than that defined as an unconfined space or if the building is of
unusually tight construction, provide adequate combustion and
ventilation air by one of the methods described in the National Fuel
Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, Section 5.3 or applicable local codes.
Unusually Tight Construction
The air that leaks around doors and windows may provide enough
fresh air for combustion and ventilation. However, in buildings of
unusually tight construction, you must provide additional fresh
air.
Unusually tight construction is defined as construction
where:
a. Walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have
a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm
or less with openings gasketed or sealed, and
b. Weatherstripping has been added on openable windows and
doors, and
c. Caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as joints
around window and door frames, between sole plates and
floors, between wall-ceiling joints, between wall panels, at
penetrations for plumbing, electrical, and gas lines, and at
other openings.
If the CIVF-25 heater is installed in a building of unusually
tight construction, adequate air for combustion, ventilation and
dilution of flue gases shall be provided in accordance with ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA54.

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Check all local codes for requirements, especially for the size and
type of gas supply line required.
Recommended Gas Pipe Diameter
Pipe Length
Schedule 40 Pipe
Tubing, Type L
Inside Diameter
Outside Diameter
Nat.
L.P.
Nat.
L.P.
0-10 feet
1/2”
3/8”
1/2”
3/8”
0-3 meters
12.7mm 9.5mm 12.7mm 9.5mm
10-40 feet
1/2”
1/2”
5/8”
1/2”
4-12 meters 12.7mm 12.7mm 15.9mm 12.7mm
40-100 feet
1/2”
1/2”
3/4”
1/2”
13-30 meters 12.7mm 12.7mm
19mm 12.7mm
100-150 feet
3/4”
1/2”
7/8”
3/4”
31-46 meters 19mm 12.7mm 22.2mm 19mm

Note: Never use plastic pipe. Check to confirm whether your local
codes allow copper tubing or galvanized.
Note: Since some municipalities have additional local codes, it is
always best to consult your local authority and installation code.
Installing a New Main Gas Cock
Each appliance should have its own manual gas cock.
A manual main gas cock should be located in the vicinity of
the unit. Where none exists, or where its size or location is not
adequate, contact your local authorized installer for installation
or relocation.
Compounds used on threaded joints of gas piping shall be resistant
to the action of liquefied petroleum gases. The gas lines must be
checked for leaks by the installer. This should be done with a soap
solution watching for bubbles on all exposed connections, and if
unexposed, a pressure test should be made.
Never use an exposed flame to check for leaks. Appliance must
be disconnected from piping at inlet of control valve and pipe
capped or plugged for pressure test. Never pressure test with
appliance connected; control valve will sustain damage!
A gas valve and ground joint union should be installed in the gas
line upstream of the gas control to aid in servicing. It is required
by the National Fuel Gas Code that a drip line be installed near
the gas inlet. This should consist of a vertical length of pipe tee
connected into the gas line that is capped on the bottom in which
condensation and foreign particles may collect.
The use of the following gas connectors is recommended:
— ANS Z21.24 Appliance Connectors of Corrugated Metal Tubing
and Fittings
— ANS Z21.45 Assembled Flexible Appliance Connectors of
Other Than All-Metal Construction
The above connectors may be used if acceptable by the authority
having jurisdiction The state of Massachusetts requires that a flexible
appliance connector cannot exceed three feet in length.

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Figure 1
Pressure Testing of the Gas Supply System
1. To check the inlet pressure to the gas valve, a 1/8" (3mm) N.P.T.
plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge connection, must
be placed immediately upstream of the gas supply connection
to the appliance.
2. The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of
1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
3. The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping
system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during
any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test
pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
Attention! If one of the above procedures results in pressures in
excess of 1/2 psig (14" w.c.) (3.5 kPa) on the appliance gas valve,
it will result in a hazardous condition.
Checking Manifold Pressure
Natural gas will have a manifold pressure of approximately 3.5"
w.c. (.871kPa) for maximum input or 1.7" w.c. (.423kPa) for
minimum input at the pressure regulator outlet with the inlet
pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum of 5.0" w.c.
(1.245kPa) for the purpose of input adjustment to a maximum of
10.5" w.c. (2.614kPa). Propane gas will have a manifold pressure
approximately 10.0"w.c. (2.49kPa) for maximum input or 6.3"w.
c. (1.568kPa) for minimum input at the pressure regulator outlet
with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum
of 11.0"w.c. (2.739kPa) for the purpose of input adjustment to a
maximum of 13.0"w.c. (3.237kPa).
NOTE: The gas control is equipped with a captured screw type
pressure test point, therefore it is not necessary to provide a 1/8"
test point up stream of the control.
A test gauge connection is located downstream of the gas appliance
pressure regulator for measuring gas pressure. The connection is a
1/8 inch 3mm) N.P.T. plugged tapping.

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CLEARANCES
Clearances (Figures 2, 3 and 4)
When facing the front of the appliance the following minimum
clearances to combustible construction must be maintained.
Top of appliance (ceiling)
24 inches
Rear Wall
2 inches
Side Wall
6 inches
Heater Corners (45° angle) to Wall
4 inches
Floor
0 inches
Provide adequate clearances around air openings.
Adequate accessibility clearances for purposes of servicing and
proper operation must be provided.
Installation on Rugs and Tile
If this appliance is to be installed directly on carpeting, tile, or
other combustible material, other than wood flooring, the appliance shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the
full width and depth of the appliance.
The base referred to above does not mean the fire-proof base as
used on wood stoves. The protection is primarily for rugs that may
be extremely thick and light-color tile that can discolor.
Figure 3

Figure 2
Figure 4

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APPLIANCE HARDWARE PACKAGE
Appliance Hardware Package Parts List
Part Description
Part
Quantity
Number Supplied
1/4-20 x 1" Phillips Head Bolt
R-3188
4
1/4-20 x 3/8" Phillips Head Bolt
R-3646
16
1/4-20 x 1/2" Leveling Bolt
R-3747
4
R-2737
10
No. 10 x 1/2" Hex Washer Head
Screw
R-3185
4
1/4-20 Washer Head Nut
Leg Pad "A" (see Figure 6)
CI-008
2
Leg Pad "B" (see Figure 6)
CI-009
2
CI-007
4
1-1/4" x 1/2" Retaining Tab (see
Figure 8)
8
1/4" x 9/32 Washer (Not Shown)
R-1150

Figure 5

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ASSEMBLY OF STOVE CASTING
Assembly of Stove Casting (Figures 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12)
Attention: Included in the hardware package are (8) 1/4" inside
diameter washers. A 1/4" washer may be used with a 1/4-20 x 3/8"
bolt when assembling the stove casting parts. If a bolt hole is not
tapped deep enough for a tight fit between stove casting parts, the
1/4" washer can be used as a shim to provide a tight fit.
The 1/4" washers are not required for assembly of the stove casting
if all the bolt holes are tapped to a proper depth.
Additonal 1/4" washers are to be purchased locally.
1. Place porcelain casting pieces on a non-abrasive surface
in order to protect the porcelain finish. The exterior of the
porcelain casting pieces should be facing the non-abrasive
surface.
2. The assembly of the casting is accomplished in 7 stages:
A. Attaching legs to the sides (Figure 6).
B. Attaching rear cover to sides (Figure 7).
C. Removing protective packaging from casting front and
window (Figure 8).
D. Assembly of front by attaching retaining tabs and placing
front on unit (Figure 8 and Figure 9).
E. Inserting firebox into partially completed assembly (Figure
10 and Figure 11).
F. Attaching firebox to rear cover (Figure 12).
G. Placing top on unit.

Detailed Instructions Follow
3. Refer to Figure 6, the leg pads will have the letter "A" and "B"
stamped into the metal. Place leg pad "A" and leg pad "B" at
the bottom of each casting side. Leg pad "A" attaches to the
front of the casting side, right and to the rear of the casting
side, left. Leg pad "B" attaches to the rear of the casting side,
right and to the front of the casting side, left. Position the 3/4"
flange on the leg pad against the (2) locator dimples on the
casting side. The 3/4" flange must be facing upward, toward
the top louver openings on the casting side. Attach the two rear
leg pads to the casting sides with (2) 3/8" bolts. Attach but do
not completely tighten the two front leg pads to the casting
sides with (2) 3/8" bolts. Attention: The front leg pads can
be adjusted to provide a snug fit between the casting front and
the casting sides.
4. Attach (4) leveling bolts to the bottom of the (4) legs.
5. Align the 3/8" hole at the top of the leg with the 3/8" hole in
the leg pad. Attention: For proper positioning of the leg to
the leg pad the (2) 1-1/2" top edges of the leg must be placed
flush and parallel to the (2) edges on the leg pad. Attach leg
to leg pad by inserting (1) 1" bolt through the leg pad and into
the leg, secure bolt with 1/4" nut.
6. Insert (2) 3/8" bolts into the (2) holes on the edges of the
casting sides. The bolts should only be threaded half-way into
the holes in order to allow for clearance when the casting back
is attached to the casting sides.

Figure 6
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7. Refer to Figure 7, the rear cover has (4) keyholes for attachment
to the casting sides. Stand the casting sides on the floor with
the (2) bolts attached half-way into the edges of the rear cover
positioned at the rear. The large diameter holes in the keyholes
of the rear cover will be toward the floor. Working with one
casting side at a time, place the large diameter holes in the
keyholes over and behind both of the bolts at the same time.
Push downward on the rear cover to lock the keyholes into
position behind the bolts. Finish tightening both bolts to secure
rear cover to casting side. Repeat this procedure to secure rear
cover to the second casting side.

8. Position the completed portion of the casting in the approximate
location for installation as the completed assembly will be
heavy.
9. Refer to Figure 8, remove protective packing foam from casting
front and window. Remove the (1) 3/4" bolt and (1) 1/4" washer
from top of window. Remove (1) 3/8" bolt and 1 - 5/8" x 3/4"
retaining tab from bottom of window. Remove the window
from casting front. Remove the protective sheet of foam from
the casting front.
Place the window into the casting front. Attach the top of the
window to the casting front with (1) 1/4" washer and (1) 3/4"
bolt. Place the 1 -5/8" x 3/4" retaining tab into the locator notch
on the bottom of the casting front. Attach the bottom of the
window to the casting front by inserting (1) 3/8" bolt through
retaining tab and into locator notch.
10. Refer to Figure 8, attach the (4) 1-1/4" x 1/2" retaining tabs to
the casting front with (4) 3/8" bolts. The retaining tabs should be
positioned downward, from the casting front, top to the casting
front, bottom.

Figure 7

Figure 8
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ASSEMBLY OF STOVE CASTING (continued)
11. Refer to Figure 9, attach casting front to casting by using the (4)
retaining tabs on the casting front. The (2) top, retaining tabs
on the casting front will be placed behind the (2) top, locator
tabs on the front of the casting sides. The (2) bottom, retaining
tabs will be inserted into the (2) 9/16" slots on the front, leg
pads. Place the top, retaining tabs behind the top, locator tabs
as you pivot inward the bottom of the casting front in order to
insert the bottom, retaining tabs into the slots.

Figure 10

12.

13.
14.

15.

16.
17.
18.
19.
20.

Figure 9
The following procedure will provide a snug fit between the
casting front and the casting sides. Grasp the right, front leg,
push inward on the leg in order to provide a snug fit between
the casting front and the casting side. Continue to hold the
right, front leg as you completely tighten the (2) 3/8" bolts that
attach the leg pad to the right, casting side. Repeat procedure
for left, front leg to achieve a snug fit between the casting front
and the casting side.
Remove the casting front from the casting.
Refer to Figures 10 and 11, the appliance firebox can now
be inserted into the casting. Center the firebox in the casting.
Attention: Remove (1) Phillips-head screw in the top of the
valve cover. The screw is used to secure the valve cover in
place during shipping. The (1) Phillips-head screw can be
discarded.
Refer to Figure 12, align (4) clearance holes on rear cover
with screw holes in (2) lower mounting brackets and (2) upper
mounting brackets on firebox. Attach firebox to rear cover with
(4) 10 x 1/2" screws.
Attach casting front to casting as described in Step 11.
Place the casting top onto the casting. The casting top nests
into the casting.
Insert center grill, left grill and right grill into casting top.
Level appliance by adjusting leveling bolts.
Assembly of stove casting is completed.

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Figure 11

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Whenever the standard grill top is replaced with a stone inlay you
must install the top shield and heat shield, which are provided with
the stone inlay.
Installation of Optional Stone Inlay
1. Remove left grill, center grill and right grill from casting top.
2. Remove casting top from outer casting.
3. Place the casting top on a non-abrasive surface in order to protect
the porcelain finish. The exterior of the casting top should be
facing the non-abrasive surface.
4. Attach 11 5/8" x 11 5/8" top shield to the interior of the casting
top with (1) 3/8" bolt provided in hardware package.
5. Locate the (4) screw holes on the heat exchanger top. The screw
holes are 8 3/4" apart. Position the angled front edge on the 12"
x 19 3/8" heat shield with the front of the firebox. Align the (4)
tabs with clearance holes on the 12" x 19 3/8" heat shield with
the (4) screw holes on the heat exchanger top. Attach the 12"
x 19 3/8" heat shield to the heat exchanger top with (4) 1/2"
hex-head screws provided in hardware package.

6. Place the casting top onto the casting. The casting top nests into
the casting.
7. Insert center stone inlay, left stone inlay and right stone inlay
into casting top.
8. Installation of stone inlay is completed.

Parts List
Part Description
11 5/8" x 11 5/8" Top Shield
12" x 19 3/8" Heat Shield
3/8" Bolt
1/2" Hex-Head Screw

Part
Number
CI-091
CI-092
R-3646
R-2737

Quantity
Supplied
1
1
1
4

WIRE CHANNEL INSTALLATION
The ON/OFF/REMOTE switch with harness
is factory installed into the switch box.
After the firebox is installed into the casting
the wire channel can be installed.
1. Attach switch box on the left side of rear
cover with (2) 10 x 1/2" screws.
2. Route wires from ON/OFF/REMOTE
switch within wire channel.
3. Attach wire channel on the left side of the
rear cover with (4) 10 x 1/2" screws.
4. Attach the black and green (wires) female
push-ons to the TH/TP and TH (two outside
male tabs) terminals on gas valve.

Figure 12

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LOG PLACEMENT
1. Remove screen front from inner body by removing (2) 10 x
1/2" screws.
2. Remove logs from interior of firebox. Remove all protective
packaging from logs and interior of firebox.
3. Place front log onto two (2) front pins on inner bottom.
4. Place rear log onto two (2) rear pins on rear log support.
5. Place top log onto two (2) pins on rear log.
6. Replace and attach screen front onto inner body with (2) 10 x
1/2" screws from Step 1.
7. Log placement is completed.
Refer to Figure 13 for the following warning.
Warning: Failure to position the parts in accordance with this
diagram or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this
appliance may result in property damage or personal injury.

Figure 13

OPERATING GUIDELINES
Before operating this heater, please review the safety warnings
pages at the beginning of this manual and those precautions and
warnings listed below.
1. Know what type of ignition system this model has (standing
pilot) and follow the applicable SAFETY and LIGHTING
instructions.
2. Check to ensure there are no gas leaks. If you are unsure, turn gas
off to the heater and call a service person or your gas utility.
CAUTION: Clothing or other flammable material should not
be placed on or near the appliance.
WARNING: Children and adults should be alerted to the
hazard of high surface temperature and should stay away
to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Young children should
be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as
the appliance.
3. Tampering is DANGEROUS and voids all warranties. Any
component that is found to be faulty, must be replaced with an
approved component.
Initial Lighting (Figure 14)
Upon completing the gas line or turning the gas valve "ON" after it
has been in the "OFF" position, a small amount of air will be in the
lines. When first lighting the appliance, it will take a few minutes
for the lines to purge themselves of this air. Once the purging is
complete, the appliance will light and operate satisfactorily.
Subsequent lightings of the appliance will not require such purging
if the gas valve is not turned to "OFF."
Standing Pilot Operation
1. Follow the SAFETY and LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS for
standing pilot controls found in this manual and on labels found
attached to the appliance.
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CAUTION: During the initial purging and subsequent lightings,
never allow the gas valve control knob to remain depressed in
the "pilot" position without pushing the piezo ignitor button
at least once every second.
2. D u r i n g t h e
heating season,
leave the control
valve knob in the
"ON" position.
This will allow
the pilot flame
to remain lit.
Turn the burner
flame on or off with the
appliance ON/OFF rocker
Figure 14
switch, wall switch, remote control kits or 750 millivolt wall
thermostat.
NOTE: The gas control valve allows you to increase or decrease the
height of the main burner flame. The control valve has a pressure
regulator with a knob as shown in Figure 14. Rotate the knob
clockwise to "HI" to increase the flame height and counterclockwise
to "LO" to decrease the flame height.
3. When the heating season is over, turn the on/off switch to "OFF"
and the control valve to "OFF". The system, including the pilot
light, will be shut down.
Maximum and Minimum Input
The gas valve on the appliance allows the input to adjust between
a maximum input of 30,000 to a minimum input of 21,000 Btuh.
Please be advised, the maximum input provides the greatest amount
of yellow flame and ember glow on the log set. The minimum
input substantially decreases the yellow flame and ember glow
on the log set.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
WARNING: IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION
MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand.
When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.
B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area
for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some
gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
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 neighbor's
phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
• If you can not reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control
knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or turn
by hand, don't try to repair it, call a qualified service technician. Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or
explosion.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water.
Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect
the appliance and to replace any part of the control system
and any gas control which has been under water.

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

1. STOP! Read the safety information above.
2. Set the thermostat to lowest setting.
3. Turn off all electric
power to the appliance (if applicable).
4. Lower valve cover.
5. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise
to
"OFF." NOTE: Knob cannot
be turn from "PILOT" to "OFF" unless knob is pushed in
slightly. Do not force.
6. Wait ten (10) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for
gas, including near the floor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow "B" in the safety information above on this plate. If
you do not smell gas,
go to the next step.
7. Find pilot - The pilot
is attached to the main
burner behind the front
log.
8. Turn gas control knob counterclockwise
to
"PILOT."
9. Push in control knob all the way and hold in. Repeatedly
push the Piezo Ignitor Button until the pilot is lit. Continue

to hold the control knob in for about one (1) minute after
the pilot is lit. Release knob and it will pop back up. Pilot
should remain lit. If it goes out, repeat steps 5 through 9.
• If knob does not pop up when released, stop and immediately call a qualified service technician or gas supplier.
• If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn the gas
control knob to "OFF" and call your service technician or
gas supplier.
10.
Attention! Gas control has an INTERLOCK latching device. When the pilot is initially lit and the safety
magnet is energized (pilot stays "on"), the INTERLOCK
latching device becomes operative. If the gas control is
turned to "OFF" position or gas flow to the appliance shut
off, the pilot cannot be relighted until the safety magnet is
de-energized (approximately 60 seconds). There will be an
audible "click" when the safety magnet in the gas control
is de-energized. Pilot can now be relighted. Repeat steps 5
thru 9.
11.
Turn gas control knob counterclockwise
to "ON."
12.
Raise valve cover.
13.
Turn on all electric power to the appliance (if applicable).
14.
Set thermostat to desired setting.

TO TURN OFF GAS APPLIANCE

1. Set the thermostat to lowest setting.
2. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be
performed (if applicable).
3. Lower valve cover.

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4. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise
to "OFF."
5. Raise valve cover.

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PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS
Figure 15 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. The correct flame
will be blue and will extend beyond the thermocouple and thermopile. The flame will surround the thermocouple and thermopile
just below the tip. A slight yellow flame may occur where the pilot
flame and main burner flame meet. Figure 16 shows an incorrect
pilot flame pattern. The incorrect pilot flame is not touching the
thermocouple or thermopile. This will cause the thermocouple or
thermopile to cool. When the thermocouple cools, the heater will
shut down.

2. Blow air pressure through the holes indicated by the arrows.
This will blow out foreign materials such as dust, lint and spider
webs. Tighten nut B also by grasping nut A.

Figure 17

Correct Pilot Flame Pattern
Figure 15

Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern
Figure 16
If pilot flame pattern is incorrect, as shown in Figure 16
• See Troubleshooting, pages 20-21.
Cleaning and Maintenance/Pilot
Oxygen Depletion Sensor Pilot (Figure 17)
When the pilot has a large yellow tip flame, clean the Oxygen
Depletion Sensor as follows:
1. Clean the ODS pilot by loosening nut B from the pilot tubing.
When this procedure is required, grasp nut A with an open
wrench.
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MAIN BURNER FLAME CHARACTERISTICS
Figure 18 shows a correct main burner flame pattern. Figure 19
shows an incorrect main burner flame pattern.

Cleaning and Maintenance / Main Burner
Warning: Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning

If main burner flame pattern is incorrect, as shown in Figure 19
• See Troubleshooting, pages 20-21.

After use, cleaning of the main burner may be required for the
proper flame. The main burner may be cleaned by applying air
pressure to the ports on the main burner.
Cleaning the Log Set and Firebox
During the annual inspection and maintenance appointment, the
service person should clean dust, lint, and any light accumulation
from the logs and the firebox area. An extra-soft brush should be
used on the logs as they are extremely fragile; a vacuum cleaner
may be used on the firebox. If at any time the logs cannot be
removed or installed without forcing, the cause must be found.
The logs must never be forced.
CAUTION: The ceramic logs are durable when handled and
installed properly. However, they are delicate and may be damaged
easily if not handled with care. Handling damage to the ceramic
logs is not covered by warranty.
DO NOT HANDLE LOGS WHILE THEY ARE HOT. ALLOW
PLENTY OF TIME FOR THE APPLIANCE TO COOL COMPLETELY BEFORE HANDLING.

Correct Main Burner Flame
Figure 18

PLEASE NOTE
It is normal for appliances fabricated of steel to give off
some expansion and/or contraction noised during the start
up or cool down cycle. Similar noises are found with your
furnace heat exchanger or car engine.

Incorrect Main Burner Flame
Figure 19

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WIRING
CIVF-25 ON/OFF/REMOTE Switch
CIVF-25 is equipped with an ON/OFF/REMOTE switch which
is located on the wire channel. A wire harness is attached to the
ON/OFF/REMOTE switch. The red, black and green (wires) female
push-ons attach to the ON/OFF/REMOTE switch. At the opposite
end of the wire harness, the black and green (wires) female pushons attach to the gas valve. An additional green wire and the red
wire, which are stripped and bare, will attach to the 750 millivolt
wall thermostat accessory, or, to one of the other accessories that
can be purchased for use with your log set.
Operation of ON/OFF/REMOTE Switch with no Accessories
To ignite main burner, turn the control knob on the gas valve
from the PILOT position to the ON position. Turn the ON/OFF/
REMOTE switch from the OFF position to the ON position. The
additional green wire and red wire, which are stripped and bare
are not used.
Operation of ON/OFF/REMOTE Switch with Accessories
750 Millivolt Wall Thermostat
Connect the green and red, stripped and bare, wires on the ON/
OFF/REMOTE switch wire harness to the wall thermostat. Turn the
ON/OFF/REMOTE switch on the wire channel to the REMOTE
position. Set the wall thermostat to the desired temperature.
It is important to use wire of a gauge proper for the length of the
wire:
RECOMMENDED WIRE GAUGES
Maximum
Length
1' to 10'
10' to 25'
25' to 35'

Wire
Gauge
18
16
14

Wall Switch, FWS-1
Connect the green and red, stripped and bare, wires on the ON/OFF/
REMOTE switch wire harness to the wall switch. Turn the ON/OFF/
REMOTE switch on the wire channel to the REMOTE position.
Pivot the rocker switch on the FWS-1 to the ON position.
Battery Operated Remote Control, FRBC-1 and FRBTC-1
Connect the green and red, stripped and bare, wires on the ON/
OFF/REMOTE switch wire harness to the remote receiver that is
a component in the FRBC-1 and FRBTC-1. Turn the ON/OFF/
REMOTE switch on the wire channel to the REMOTE position.
Follow instructions in the FRBC-1 and FRBTC-1 to complete
installation.
Note: If batteries fail in FRBC-1 or FRBTC-1, and immediate heat
is desired, turn the ON/OFF/REMOTE switch on wire channel
from the REMOTE position to the ON position.

Wiring of ON/OFF/REMOTE Switch with 750 Millivolt Wall
Thermostat Accessory and Another Accessory
Connect the green and red, stripped and bare, wires on the ON/OFF/
REMOTE switch wire harness to the 750 millivolt wall thermostat
AND to the remote receiver that is a component in the FRBC-1,
FREC-1 OR to the FWS-1, wall switch.
1. Connect (1) wire from the 750 millivolt wall thermostat and (1)
wire from appropriate accessory to the GREEN, stripped and
bare wire from the ON/OFF/REMOTE wire harness.
2. Connect (1) wire from the 750 millivolt wall thermostat and (1)
wire from appropriate accessory to the RED, stripped and bare
wire from the ON/OFF/REMOTE wire harness.
Note: When the appliance is in the MANUAL mode and the
batteries fail in the FRBC-1 or if the electric (120 volt) fails in
the FREC-1, and immediate heat is desired, turn the ON/OFF/
REMOTE switch on wire channel from the REMOTE position
to the ON position.
Manual Operation
1. Turn ON/OFF/REMOTE switch on wire channel to REMOTE
position.
2. Turn wall thermostat OFF.
3. Turn accessory, FRBC-1, FREC-1 or FWS-1, ON. Appliance
is now in the manual mode. You must turn the appliance ON or
OFF with appropriate accessory.
Wall Thermostat Operation
1. Turn the ON/OFF/REMOTE switch on wire channel to REMOTE
position.
2. Turn accessory, FRBC-1, FREC-1 or FWS-1, OFF.
3. Turn wall thermostat ON and set appropriate temperature. Wall
thermostat will cycle the appliance ON and OFF.
Installation of Remote Receiver
(Figure 20)
1. Attach, from left to right, the slide-on cover plate onto the remote
receiver. ON will be to the top and OFF will be to the bottom
on the slide-on cover plate.
2. Push the receiver slide button onto the receiver slide switch.
Reverse installation of the slide button if it is off center.
3. Attach velcro loop on the left side of the valve cover support.
4. Attach velcro hook onto remote receiver. The word TOP on the
remote receiver should be to the top when installed onto valve
cover support.
5. Attach velcro hook on remote receiver onto velcro loop on valve
cover support.
Refer to remote control installation and operating instructions
for more details on remote control.

Electric (120 volt) Operated Remote Control, FREC-1
Connect the green and red, stripped and bare, wires on the ON/OFF/
REMOTE switch wire harness to the wires on remote receiver that
is a component in the FREC-1. Turn the ON/OFF/REMOTE switch
on the wire channel to the REMOTE position. Follow instructions
in the FREC-1 to complete installation.
Note: If electric (120 volt) fails in FREC-1, and immediate heat is
desired, turn the ON/OFF/REMOTE switch on wire channel from
the REMOTE position to the ON position.

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Figure 20
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Wiring Diagram (Figure 21)

Figure 21

MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT: Turn off gas before servicing appliance. It is
recommended that a qualified service technician perform these
check-ups at the beginning of each heating season.
• Clean Burner and Control Compartment
Keep the control compartment, logs and burner area surrounding
the logs clean by vacuuming or brushing at least twice a year.
Cleaning Procedure (Figure 22)
1. Turn off pilot light at gas valve.
2. Remove screen front. [(2) 10 x 1/2" screws]
3. Vacuum burner compartment especially around orifice/
primary air openings.
4. Replace screen front. [(2) 10 x 1/2" screws]
5. Ignite pilot. (See Lighting Instructions, page 15)
6. Operate the main burner and visually check to make sure
the flame pattern appears similar to the pictorial illustration
shown for proper main burner flame pattern, Figure 18. If it
appears abnormal call a service person.
Verify proper operation after servicing.
Figure 22
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TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOMS - POSSIBLE CAUSES AND CORRECTIONS
IMPORTANT: Operating heater where impurities in air exist may create odors. Cleaning supplies, paint, paint remover, cigarette smoke,
cements and glues, new carpet or textiles, etc., create fumes. These fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors.
1. When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/
pilot.
a. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong - Replace ignitor.
b. Ignitor electrode broken - Replace ignitor.
c. Ignitor electrode not connected to ignitor cable - Reconnect
ignitor cable.
d. Ignitor cable pinched or wet - Free ignitor cable if pinched
by any metal or tubing. Keep ignitor cable dry.
e. Broken ignitor cable - Replace ignitor cable.
f. Bad piezo ignitor - Replace piezo ignitor.
2. When ignitor button is pressed, there is spark at ODS/pilot,
but no ignition.
a. Gas supply turned off or manual shutoff valve closed - Turn
on gas supply or open manual shutoff valve.
b. Control knob not in PILOT position - Turn gas control
knob to PILOT position.
c. Control knob not pressed in while in PILOT position - Press
in control knob while in PILOT position.
d. Air in gas lines when installed - Continue holding down
control knob. Repeat igniting operation until air is
removed.
e. Depleted gas supply - Contact local gas company.
f. ODS/pilot is clogged - Clean ODS/pilot or replace ODS/
pilot assembly.
g. Gas regulator setting is not correct - Replace gas
regulator.
3. ODS/pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is
released.
a. Control knob not fully pressed in - Press in control knob
fully.
b. Control knob not pressed in long enough - After ODS/pilot
lights, keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds.
c. Safety interlock system has been triggered (thermostat
models only) - Wait one minute for safety interlock system
to reset. Repeat ignition operation.
d. Manual Shutoff valve not fully open - Fully open manual
shutoff valve.
e. Thermocouple connection loose at control valve - Hand
tighten until snug, then tighten 1/4 turn more.
f. Pilot flame not touching thermocouple, which allows
thermocouple to cool, causing pilot flame to go out. This
problem could be caused by either 1) low gas pressure
- Contact local gas company or 2) dirty or partially
clogged ODS/pilot - Clean ODS/pilot or replace ODS/pilot
assembly.
g. Thermocouple damaged - Replace thermocouple.
h. Control valve damaged - Replace control valve.
4. Main burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit.
a. Main burner orifice clogged - Clean main burner or replace
main burner orifice.
b. Main burner orifice diameter is too small - Replace main
burner orifice.
c. Inlet gas pressure is too low - Contact local gas
company.
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5. Pilot burning, no gas to burner, valve knob "ON", on/off
switch "ON."
a. "On/Off" switch, wall switch, remote control or wires
defective - Check "on/off" switch and wires for proper
connections. Place jumper wires across terminal at switch
- if burner comes on, replace defective switch. If OK, place
jumper wires across switch wires at gas valve-if burner
comes on, wires are faulty or connections are bad.
b. Thermopile may not be generating sufficient millivolts
- If the pilot flame is not close enough physically to the
thermopile, clean the ODS/pilot.
- Be sure the wire connections from the thermopile at the
gas valve terminals are tight and the thermopile is fully
inserted into the pilot bracket.
- Check the thermopile with a millivolt meter. Take the
reading at TH-TP & TP terminals of the gas valve. The
meter should read 350 millivolts minimum, while holding
the valve knob depressed in the PILOT position, with the
pilot lit, and the ON/OFF switch in the OFF position. Replace
the faulty thermopile if the reading is below the specified
minimum.
- With the pilot in the ON position, disconnect the thermopile
leads from the valve. Take a reading at the thermopile leads.
The reading should be 350 millivolts minimum. Replace
the thermopile if the reading is below the minimum.
c. Defective valve - Turn valve knob to "ON." Place ON/OFF
switch to "ON." Check with millivolt meter at thermopile
terminals. Millivolt meter should read greater than 200
millivolts. If the reading is okay and the main burner does
not ignite, replace the gas valve
d. Plugged main burner orifice - Check main burner orifice
for blockage and remove.
6. Delayed ignition of main burner.
a. Manifold pressure is too low - Contact local gas
company.
b. Main burner orifice clogged - Clean main burner and main
burner orifice.
7. If burning at main burner orifice occurs (a loud, roaring
blow torch noise).
a. You must turn off burner assembly and contact a qualified
service person.
b. Main burner orifice is clogged or damaged – Clean main
burner and main burner orifice or replace main burner
orifice.
c. Damaged main burner – Replace damaged main burner.
d. Gas regulator defective – Replace gas regulator.
8. Yellow flame in front section of main burner during main
burner combustion.
a. Not enough air - Check main burner for dirt and debris. If
found, clean main burner.
b. Gas regulator defective - replace gas regulator.

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9. Slight smoke or odor during initial operation.
a. Residues from manufacturing processes and logs curing
- Problem will stop after a few hours of operation.
10. Heater produces a whistling noise when main burner is
lit.
a. Turning control knob to HI position when main burner is
cold - Turn control knob to LO position and let warm up
for a minute.
b. Air in gas line - Operate main burner until air is removed
from line. Have gas line checked by local gas company.
c. Air passageways on heater blocked - Observe minimum
installation clearances (see page 8).
d. Dirty or partially clogged main burner orifice - Clean main
burner and main burner orifice or replace main burner
orifice.
11. Heater produces a clicking/ticking noise just after main
burner is lit or shut off.
a. Metal expanding while heating or contracting while cooling
- This is common with most heaters. If noise is excessive,
contact service person.

12. Heater produces unwanted odor.
a. Heater burning vapors from paint, hair spray, glues, cleaners,
chemicals, new carpet, etc. - Open window to ventilate
room. Stop using odor causing products while heater is
operating.
b. Low fuel supply - Refill supply tank.
c. Gas leak - Locate and correct all leaks.
13. Heater shuts off in use (ODS operates).
a. Not enough fresh air is available - Open window and/or
door for ventilation.
b. Low line pressure - Contact local gas company.
c. ODS/pilot is partially clogged - Clean ODS/pilot.
14. Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position.
a. Gas leak - Locate and correct all leaks.
b. Control valve defective - Replace control valve.
15. Gas odor during combustion.
a. Foreign matter between logs and main burner - remove
foreign matter.
b. Gas leak - Locate and correct all leaks.

HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS
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. When ordering parts, first obtain the Model Number from the name plate on your
equipment. Then determine the Part Number (not the Index Number) and the Description of each part from the following appropriate
illustration and list. Be sure to give all this information.
Heater Model Number
Part Number

Heater Serial Number
Part Description

Type of Gas (Propane or Natural)
Do not order bolts, screws, washers or nuts. They are standard hardware items and can be purchased at any local hardware store.
Shipments contingent upon strikes, fires and all causes beyond our control.
Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. Nine Eighteen Freeburg Ave. Belleville, Illinois 62222-0529
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PLEASE NOTE: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide.
Index
No.

Part
Number

1
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
5
5
5
5
5
5
6
6
6
6
6
6

*CI-006
R-3948
R-3688
R-3696
R-3704
R-3712
R-3720
R-3949
R-3726
R-3729
R-3732
R-3735
R-3738
R-3950
R-3727
R-3730
R-3733
R-3736
R-3739
R-3951
R-3728
R-3731
R-3734
R-3737
R-3740
R-3944
R-3683
R-3691
R-3699
R-3707
R-3715

Description
WINDOW RETAINING TAB
WINDOW (BLACK PAINT)
WINDOW (BLACK ENAMEL)
WINDOW (SAND ENAMEL)
WINDOW (GREEN ENAMEL)
WINDOW (RED ENAMEL)
WINDOW (NAVY ENAMEL)
GRILL - LEFT (BLACK PAINT)
GRILL - LEFT (BLACK ENAMEL)
GRILL - LEFT (SAND ENAMEL)
GRILL - LEFT (GREEN ENAMEL)
GRILL - LEFT (RED ENAMEL)
GRILL - LEFT (NAVY ENAMEL)
GRILL - CENTER (BLACK PAINT)
GRILL - CENTER (BLACK ENAMEL)
GRILL - CENTER (SAND ENAMEL)
GRILL - CENTER (GREEN ENAMEL)
GRILL - CENTER (RED ENAMEL)
GRILL - CENTER (NAVY ENAMEL)
GRILL - RIGHT (BLACK PAINT)
GRILL - RIGHT (BLACK ENAMEL)
GRILL - RIGHT (SAND ENAMEL)
GRILL - RIGHT (GREEN ENAMEL)
GRILL - RIGHT (RED ENAMEL
GRILL - RIGHT (NAVY ENAMEL)
TOP (BLACK PAINT)
TOP (BLACK ENAMEL)
TOP (SAND ENAMEL)
TOP (GREEN ENAMEL)
TOP (RED ENAMEL)
TOP (NAVY ENAMEL)

Index
No.

Part
Number

Description

7
* CI-007
RETAINING TAB - 4 REQUIRED
8
R-3946
SIDE - RIGHT (BLACK PAINT)
8
R-3685
SIDE - RIGHT (BLACK ENAMEL)
8
R-3693
SIDE - RIGHT (SAND ENAMEL)
8
R-3701
SIDE - RIGHT (GREEN ENAMEL)
8
R-3709
SIDE - RIGHT (RED ENAMEL)
8
R-3717
SIDE - RIGHT (NAVY ENAMEL)
9
R-3947
FRONT (BLACK PAINT)
9
R-3687
FRONT (BLACK ENAMEL)
9
R-3695
FRONT (SAND ENAMEL)
9
R-3703
FRONT (GREEN ENAMEL)
9
R-3711
FRONT (RED ENAMEL)
9
R-3719
FRONT (NAVY ENAMEL)
* CI-009
LEG PAD “B” - 2 REQUIRED
10
* CI-008
LEG PAD “A” - 2 REQUIRED
11
* R-3747
LEVELING BOLT - 4 REQUIRED
12
13
R-3952
LEG - 4 REQUIRED (BLACK PAINT)
13
R-3742
LEG - 4 REQUIRED (BLACK ENAMEL)
13
R-3743
LEG - 4 REQUIRED (SAND ENAMEL)
13
R-3744
LEG - 4 REQUIRED (GREEN ENAMEL)
13
R-3745
LEG - 4 REQUIRED (RED ENAMEL)
13
R-3746
LEG - 4 REQUIRED (NAVY ENAMEL)
14
R-3945
SIDE - LEFT (BLACK PAINT)
14
R-3684
SIDE - LEFT (BLACK ENAMEL)
14
R-3692
SIDE - LEFT (SAND ENAMEL)
14
R-3700
SIDE - LEFT (GREEN ENAMEL)
14
R-3708
SIDE - LEFT (RED ENAMEL)
14
R-3716
SIDE - LEFT (NAVY ENAMEL)
* PART IS NOT SUPPLIED WITH CASTING, IT IS INCLUDED IN THE
FIREBOX HARDWARE PACKAGE

PARTS LIST FOR CIVF-25-21
Index

Part

No.

Number

Description

1

15516

VALVE COVER ASSEMBLY

2

R-2708

PIEZO IGNITOR

3
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
9
10
11
11
12
13
13
14
15

R-3625
R-3626
R-2423
15978
15980
15567
P-253
P-185
P-243
R-3357
15560
15569
15553
R-3623
R-3624
15513
R-7106

GAS VALVE - LPG
GAS VALVE - NAT
BRASS MALE CONNECTOR
INNER BOTTOM ASSEMBLY
TUBING - VALVE TO BURNER
SCREEN FRAME ASSEMBLY
ORIFICE FITTING
ORIFICE - LPG
ORIFICE - NAT
SPRING
AIR SHUTTER - NAT
AIR SHUTTER - LPG
REAR LOG SUPPORT ASSEMBLY
PILOT ASSEMBLY - LPG
PILOT ASSEMBLY - NAT
PILOT BRACKET
BURNER

Index
No.

Part
Number

Description

16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
NS
NS
NS
NS
NS

R-7221
R-7220
R-7222
15492
15499
CI-328
CI-326
R-3436
15484
15493
15478
15483
R-2792
R-7295
CI-253
15979
CI-348

FRONT LOG
REAR LOG
TOP LOG
MOUNTING BRACKET - LOWER
REAR COVER
WIRE CHANNEL
SWITCH BOX
ON/OFF/REMOTE SWITCH
OUTLET BAFFLE
MOUNTING BRACKET - UPPER
INNER TOP
INNER BODY
IGNITOR WIRE
WIRE ASSEMBLY
MAGNET ASSEMBLY
TUBING - VALVE TO PILOT
SWITCH BOX INSULATION

USE ONLY MANUFACTURER'S REPLACEMENT PARTS. USE OF ANY OTHER PARTS COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
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Models: CIFB-1, CIPB-1, CIPG-1, CIPS-1, CIPN-1, CIPR-1

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OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Installing Optional CIB-2 Blower
1. Loosen, but do not remove, (4) hex-head screws located on
the exterior, bottom of the appliance.
2. Position the blower assembly at the rear of the appliance.
The blower assembly has (4) keyholes for attachment to the
exterior, bottom of the appliance.
3. Place the large diameter holes in the keyholes over and behind
the (4) hex-head screws that were loosened in Step 1. Push
inward on the blower assembly to lock the keyholes into
position behind the screws. Tighten (4) hex-head screws to
secure blower assembly to exterior, bottom of the appliance.
(Refer to Figure 1)
4. Remove wire channel from rear cover by removing (4) hexhead screws. Note: If optional blower is being installed during
initial installation of appliance, the wire channel will not be
attached to rear cover. (Refer to Wire Channel Installation,
Page 13)
5. Remove casting top and casting front from casting.
6. If optional stone inlay is installed in casting top, remove the
12" x 19 3/8" heat shield from the heat exchanger top by
removing (4) 1/2" hex-head screws.
7. When facing the rear of the appliance, insert fan control shield
between rear cover and inner body of appliance on the left
side of the rear cover.
8. Attach fan control shield to top of inner body with (2) #10 x
1/2" screw provided in hardware package. (Refer to Figure
2)
9. If applicable, attach 12" x 19 3/8" heat shield to heat exchanger
top with (4) 1/2" hex-head screws from Step 6.
10. Place the casing top onto the casting. The casting top nests
into the casting.
11. Attach fan control to FLAT, fan control bracket (Part 9A, Page
26) with (2) 6 x 1/4" screws provided in hardware package.
12. Attach fan control with bracket onto the wire channel by using
(2) 8 x 1/4" screws provided in hardware package.
13. Route wires from fan control and ON/OFF/REMOTE switch
within wire channel.
14. When facing the rear of the appliance, align and insert fan
control with bracket into 1 3/8" x 2" opening on the left side
of the rear cover.
15. Attach wire channel to rear cover by using (4) hex-head screws
removed in Step 4. (Refer to Wire Channel Installation,
Page 13)
16. Insert AUTO/OFF/ON switch into rectangular notch on valve
bracket. Be sure to insert AUTO/OFF/ON switch with letters
(words) upright. (See wiring diagram)
17. Attach 1/4" push-on terminal from blue wire on the fan control
to the AUTO (top) tab on the switch.
18. Attach 1/4" push-on terminal from black wire to the OFF
(middle) tab on the switch.
19. Attach 1/4" push-on terminal from white wire on the fan
control to the ON (bottom) tab on the switch.
20. Installation of optional CIB-2 blower is completed.

Fan Control
The fan control is a non-adjustable automatic type. The fan control
will require between 5 and 10 minutes of main burner operation
before the fan control "closes" and activates the blower. The blower
will continue to run between 5 and 10 minutes after the main
burner shuts off, before the fan control "opens" and deactivates
the blower.

Figure 1

Figure 2
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OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
Cleaning
The blower wheel will collect lint and could require cleaning once
a year. If the air output decreases or the noise level increases, it
indicates a dirty wheel.
Blower Motor
The blower motor does not have oiling holes. Do not attempt to
oil blower motor.
Wiring
The appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in
accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with
the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70, if an external
electrical source is utilized. This appliance is equipped with
a three-prong [grounding] plug for your protection against
shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly
grounded three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the
grounding prong from this plug. For an ungrounded receptacle,
an adapter, which has two prongs and a wire for grounding, can
be purchased, plugged into the ungrounded receptacle and its
wire connected to the receptacle mounting screws. With this wire
completing the ground, the appliance cord plug can be plugged
into the adapter and be electrically grounded.

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CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when
servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper
and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after
servicing.
WARNING:
Unplugging of blower accessory will not stop the heater
from cycling. To shut heater off: Turn temperature dial
or thermostat to lowest setting. Turn knob on gas control
to "OFF", depressing slightly. Do not force.

Index
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9A

Part
No.
R-1454
R-1499
CI-002
R-1517
R-2804-A
CI-003
R-2099
R-3767-A
CI-004

9B

CI-325

10
11
12
13

R-2503
R-2805
CI-220
R-1410

PARTS LIST
Description
Brass Bushing (4 Required)
Rubber Grommet (4 Required)
Blower Housing
Tinnerman Clip (4 Required)
Blower Assembly
Blower Housing Cover
Cord Set
Wire Harness
Fan Control Bracket
(Use with CIBV-30 and CIVF-25)
Fan Control Bracket
(Use with CIDV-30)
Fan Control
Auto/Off/On Switch
Fan Control Shield (Use with CIVF-25)
Bushing 7/8" Diameter
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Empire Comfort Systems, Inc.
918 Freeburg Ave. Belleville, IL 62220
PH: 618-233-7420 or 800-851-3153
FAX: 618-233-7097 or 800-443-8648
info@empirecomfort.com

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