The Empire Innsbrook Natural Gas Vent Free Fireplace Insert is designed to bring reliable supplemental heat to an existing wood-burning fireplace while maintaining a traditional fireplace appearance. As part of the Innsbrook Vent-Free Fireplace Inserts collection, this 27-inch insert features hand-painted ceramic fiber logs, a banded brick ceramic liner, and a variable-flame burner with a Slope Glaze Burner that produces natural-looking flickering flames. The intermittent pilot ignition with an included on/off switch provides dependable operation, and the unit continues to provide heat even during a power outage.
With up to 20,000 BTU/hr input and a vent-free design rated at 99.9% efficiency, this Empire Innsbrook insert offers installation flexibility for qualifying applications. Every unit includes a blower and a fine mesh barrier screen for added functionality. Optional control accessories, including thermostat and remote control options (sold separately), allow users to customize operation based on their installation preferences. A surround is required to complete the installation, with additional surround and shroud accessories available separately.
Features
- Vent-free natural gas fireplace insert for installation inside an existing fireplace
- Intermittent pilot ignition with included on/off switch
- Variable-flame burner with Slope Glaze Burner creates natural flickering flames
- Includes hand-painted ceramic fiber log set, banded brick ceramic liner, blower, and fine mesh barrier screen
- Rated at up to 99.9% efficiency
- Compatible with optional thermostat and remote control accessories (sold separately)
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Empire Hearth |
| Model | VFPC20IN73 |
| SKU | VFPC20IN73N |
| Product Type | Vent Free Fireplace Insert |
| Collection | Innsbrook Vent-Free Fireplace Inserts |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas |
| Vent Type | Vent Free |
| Installation | Zero Clearance |
| Ignition Type | Intermittent Pilot |
| Maximum Input | 20,000 BTU/hr |
| Minimum Input | 14,000 BTU/hr |
| Orifice | 2.1 mm |
| Air Shutter Opening | 1/8 in. |
| Front Width | 27 in. |
| Rear Width | 16 in. |
| Height | 19 in. |
| Depth | 13 in. |
| Fireplace Opening | 14 5/8 in. H × 25 7/8 in. W |
| Efficiency | 99.9% |
| Included | Fireplace insert, banded brick ceramic liner, fine mesh barrier screen, blower, log set, on/off switch |
| Sold Separately | Control options, cast iron surround, surround adaptor, metal surround and shroud |
| Warranty | Five-year limited parts warranty, five-year limited labor warranty, one-year limited warranty on remote controls |
Installation Notes
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One surround is required to complete the installation.
- Metal surrounds do not include a bottom cover.
- For in-wall installation (not on a hearth), order a custom 4-sided surround.
- SH1BL shroud is available to help conceal larger fireplace openings.
Technical Documents & Manuals
Product FAQs
Q1. What is included with the Empire Innsbrook Vent Free Fireplace Insert?
The unit includes the vent-free fireplace insert, banded brick ceramic liner, fine mesh barrier screen, blower, log set, and an on/off switch. Control options and surrounds are sold separately.
Q2. Can this fireplace insert operate during a power outage?
Yes. According to the provided specifications, the intermittent pilot system allows the insert to provide heat even when electrical power is unavailable.
Q3. What type of fuel does the Empire Innsbrook VFPC20IN73N use?
This model is designed for natural gas and features a vent-free configuration with a maximum input of 20,000 BTU/hr and a minimum input of 14,000 BTU/hr.