Empire Whiskey River 18-Inch Natural Gas Thermostatic Log and Burner Set VFDT18LBWN

The VFDT18LBWN combines a 18-inch Whiskey River log set with its matching thermostatic gas burner. This natural gas package includes 7 refractory logs and provides up to 28,000 BTU/h input. It installs in a suitable fireplace or approved firebox; it is not a complete fireplace enclosure.

Model-specific specifications

• Manufacturer SKU: VFDT18LBWN.
• Nominal log size: 18 inches.
• Fuel: Natural Gas. Field conversion to another gas is not permitted.
• Control: Thermostatic.
• Log material and quantity: 7-piece refractory set.
• Maximum input: 28,000 BTU/h.
• Minimum input: 19,000 BTU/h.
• Regulator pressure: 6 inches water column.
• Gas inlet pressure: minimum 7, maximum 10.5 inches water column.

Included, required and optional

Included: the matching burner/grate assembly and 7-piece refractory log set. Follow the model-specific placement illustrations rather than rearranging the logs for appearance.

Required: a suitable fireplace or approved enclosure, the correct gas supply and a qualified installation meeting the complete combustion-air, clearance and venting rules. A separate decorative log set is not required for this logs-and-burner package.

The supplied control is the operating configuration for this SKU. Do not assume that remote controls listed for VFDR millivolt packages also fit this valve system.

A fireplace hood may be needed for a particular mantel/clearance installation; it is not automatically required for every installation. Use only the approved ember materials in the locations and amounts shown in the manual.

Fireplace dimensions and clearances

Minimum fireplace opening: 28 inches front width, 17 inches rear width, 12 inches depth and 17 inches height. These are minimum fireplace fit dimensions, not the physical dimensions of the log set. Measure inside the glass-door frame where present.

Maintain at least 6 inches from the sides of the opening to a combustible wall and 41 inches from the opening to the ceiling. Mantel height depends on projection, noncombustible facing and hood use; use the full manual diagrams for the installation. Keep glass doors fully open during operation.

Venting and installation guidance

Vent-free operation uses room air and requires adequate combustion and ventilation air. This is supplemental zone heat, not a primary whole-house heater.

This thermostatic model is listed in the manual as a vent-free heater. Do not treat the family's vented instructions as authorization to use a thermostatic appliance as a vented decorative installation.

This heat-input model must not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom.

Have installation and servicing performed by a qualified technician. Follow the manufacturer manual and applicable codes, keep burner ports clear, and arrange service if abnormal soot develops.

Warranty and manufacturer documents

The manual provides a limited five-year parts-and-labor warranty for covered components, with remotes, thermostats, accessories and replacement parts covered by a limited one-year parts warranty. Original-purchaser, qualified-installation and other manufacturer terms apply.

Empire Whiskey River installation and owner manual 30726-9-1019: model specifications, fit, log placement, controls and warranty on pages 7, 11–12, 16–24, 26–30 and 43.