{"product_id":"empire-24-loft-vent-free-natural-gas-variable-flame-with-intermittent-ignition-contemporary-burner-vfil24n","title":"Empire Hearth 24\" Loft Vent-Free Natural Gas Variable Flame with Intermittent Ignition Contemporary Burner VFIL24N","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEmpire VFIL24N 24-inch Loft Natural Gas Burner\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Empire VFIL24N is a 24-inch Loft gas burner for a compatible fireplace or listed ventless firebox. This natural gas model uses intermittent pilot with thermostatic remote transmitter and receiver and provides up to 36,000 BTU\/h input. Choose the exact fuel model before ordering: field fuel conversion is not permitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer\/model: Empire VFIL24N.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFuel: Natural Gas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl: intermittent pilot with thermostatic remote transmitter and receiver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum input: 36,000 BTU\/h.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum input: 24,000 BTU\/h.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum fireplace opening: 34-inch front width, 27-inch rear width, 13-inch depth and 18-inch height; these are installation opening requirements, not overall burner dimensions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum sidewall clearance: 6 inches from the fireplace opening. Minimum ceiling clearance: 41 inches above the opening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIncluded and required\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer packing list identifies the gas burner assembly, masonry and sheet-metal anchoring screws, and damper clamp. The intermittent-pilot package includes the thermostatic remote transmitter and receiver. A compatible fireplace\/firebox, correct natural gas supply, installer-provided gas connection and adequate combustion\/ventilation air are required. The burner must be anchored securely. A fireplace screen must be in place during operation; glass doors must remain fully open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOptional finishes and media\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eApproved decorative top covers DT24PB or DT24SS are optional. The burner may operate with or without the manufacturer-approved decorative accessories. For optional full media coverage, the manual recommends 3 kits of approved DG1BUC, DG1BKP or DG1CLF glass. These coverage quantities do not make decorative glass a mandatory burner component. Keep glass outside the burner opening, away from the flame, gas valve and air passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation and venting\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstall only in a suitable solid-fuel masonry fireplace, compatible UL 127 factory-built fireplace or listed ventless enclosure permitted by the manual. Do not use a factory-built fireplace that prohibits unvented gas appliances. Vent-free use is supplemental room heating and requires sufficient room air. Follow the exact model and control requirements before considering any vented installation; do not use a thermostat for vented decorative operation. Canadian installations must use the manual-authorized vented configuration. This model exceeds 10,000 BTU\/h and must not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom. Mantel, hearth and combustible clearances depend on the complete installation. Installation and service must follow the manufacturer manual and applicable codes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and documentation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe manual provides a limited five-year parts-and-labor warranty for covered appliance components and a limited one-year parts warranty for remote controls, thermostats, accessories and replacement parts, subject to its exclusions and installation\/maintenance conditions. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.empireinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/42928-VFRL-182430-1-Loft-Burner.pdf\"\u003eRead the Empire Loft installation and owner manual\u003c\/a\u003e for the exact model, clearances, approved media placement, controls and warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAvailability\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplier-order item, subject to supplier availability. Contact United Fireplaces to confirm current availability and delivery timing. Availability to order does not indicate on-hand stock.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Empire Hearth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50604640796834,"sku":"VFIL24N","price":1459.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/5846\/8770\/files\/Empire-Hearth-24-Loft-Vent-Free-Natural-Gas-Variable-Flame-with-Intermittent-Ignition-Contemporary-Burner-VFIL24N_11509__42822.1785138230.386.513.jpg?v=1791842882","url":"https:\/\/unitedfireplaces.com\/products\/empire-24-loft-vent-free-natural-gas-variable-flame-with-intermittent-ignition-contemporary-burner-vfil24n","provider":"United Fireplaces","version":"1.0","type":"link"}