Overview
The VRT2500 Series offers a clean-faced heat-circulating design with a tall 24" opening. Included hood (canopy) is
required for all applications. These fireboxes include White Stacked Refractory liners and black
metal floor. An optional blower and decorative screen doors can be used for added beauty and comfort. Use a separately purchased listed vent-free heater that meets the firebox size and input limits.
Features
- White stacked refractory liners (sides and back only)
- Includes heat deflection hood
- Includes mesh fire screens
- Optional precision-cut decorative twin-pane screen doors in a textured iron finish
- Optional outside air kit
- Optional blower kits
- Durable textured powder coat finish
- 20-year limited warranty
- Use an ANSI Z21.11.2 listed vent-free gas heater meeting this firebox’s dimensions and 40,000 BTU/h maximum input.
Specifications
- Venting Type: Vent-Free
- Framing Width: 48-1/4"
- Framing Height: 40-1/4"
- Framing Depth: 20-1/2"
- Style: Traditional
- View Style: Front View
- Rating: ANSI Z21.91-2007
- Warranty: 20 Year Limited Warranty
Manuals
What is included and required
VRT2542WS is a vent-free firebox enclosure with white stacked side and rear refractory, mesh screens and the factory heat-deflection hood. It does not include a functioning burner/log heater. A separately selected ANSI Z21.11.2 listed vent-free gas heater is required for operation, with input no greater than 40,000 BTU/h and minimum enclosure dimensions satisfied by this firebox. Fuel, ignition, actual BTU input and controls depend on that exact heater; do not treat the maximum input as this enclosure’s heat output.
The supplied hood must be installed in every installation. It must not be modified or replaced by a hood supplied with the heater. Close the screens before operation. Do not burn wood or install a vented gas-log appliance in this firebox.
Usable interior and installation
| Interior front width | 41 inches |
|---|---|
| Interior rear width | 29-1/4 inches |
| Interior depth | 17-3/8 inches |
| Interior height | 24 inches |
| Ceiling clearance | At least 40 inches above the opening |
| Sidewall clearance | At least 16 inches from the opening; mantel legs and projections follow the manual’s separate clearance diagram |
No chimney or vent pipe is required. The installation still requires adequate combustion and ventilation air under both the firebox and selected heater instructions. Do not install in a bedroom or bathroom. A hearth extension is optional. Keep circulating-air openings unobstructed, use the specified noncombustible facing above and around the opening, and do not pack the clearance spaces with insulation.
Optional equipment
The exact decorative screen option is ASD4224-TI. FBK-100 supplies constant-speed circulation; FBK-200 includes variable-speed wall control. Blowers are optional. If selected, plan grounded 120 VAC, 60 Hz, single-phase power before enclosing the firebox; have a qualified electrician verify the junction-box/receptacle kit and switch requirements. The optional OAK-UVFRC outside-air kit uses the right-side connection; one kit serves that connection. FDVS decorative volcanic stone is optional and must be positioned according to the heater instructions.
Documentation and service
Exact VRT2536WS/VRT2542WS installation and operation manual, Rev D December 2020 includes framing diagrams, hood installation, blower wiring, accessory selection and the limited-warranty terms. Keep both the firebox and selected heater manuals. Installation must follow manufacturer documentation and applicable codes; arrange professional inspection before use and at least annually.
