{"product_id":"empire-18-manual-control-vent-free-slope-glaze-gas-burner","title":"Empire 18\" Manual Control Vent Free Slope Glaze Gas Burner","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Driftwood 18-inch Log Set on Vent-Free Slope Glaze Burner\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rdX_Hqg3dfI\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"100%\" height=\"300\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Empire 18\" Manual Control Vent-Free Slope Glaze Gas Burner is engineered to deliver realistic flames, dependable supplemental heat, and outstanding efficiency for vent-free gas log installations. Designed for use with matching 18-inch Empire LS vent-free log sets, this premium burner produces up to 32,000 BTUs while achieving an impressive 99.9% efficiency. Its advanced Slope Glaze technology utilizes internal ceramic beads to tumble the gas, creating vibrant, naturally dancing flames that closely replicate the appearance of a real wood fire. The compact design offers excellent installation flexibility, making it ideal for both new fireplace projects and existing fireplace upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for reliable, straightforward operation, this manual control burner is compatible with both natural gas and propane and can also be installed inside a vented fireplace with the flue damper permanently blocked open for decorative use. When installed as a decorative appliance, the burner operates using a simple manual on\/off control and is designed for use without a thermostat. Homeowners can pair the burner with a wide selection of Empire Refractory, Ceramic Fiber, or Burncrete® vent-free log sets to achieve the desired look while enjoying efficient, clean-burning performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're creating a traditional fireplace or upgrading an existing hearth, the Empire 18\" Manual Control Vent-Free Slope Glaze Gas Burner offers exceptional durability, realistic flame movement, and Empire's trusted craftsmanship. Its vent-free design minimizes installation costs while maximizing heat output, making it an excellent choice for homeowners seeking an attractive, efficient, and dependable gas burner that delivers years of reliable performance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlope Glaze Burner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-Position Knob\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRequired Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLog Set\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptional Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative Black Grate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative Ember Kit\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless Steel Flex Line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlatinum Embers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-Inch Riser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18\", \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ridgeflame.com\/products\/empire-24-manual-control-vent-free-slope-glaze-gas-burner\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e24\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ridgeflame.com\/products\/empire-30-manual-control-vent-free-slope-glaze-gas-burner\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e30\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Vent-Free Burners – up to 38,000 Btu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVent free slope glaze burner require a matching size LS log set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Vent-FreeBurner may be installed in a vented fireplace (with the flue damper blocked open) for use as adecorative appliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA decorative appliance operates with an on\/off switch or remote, and may not operate with a thermostat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmpire popular Slope Glaze Burners raise the standard for dancing flames\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternal ceramic beads tumble the gas to create exceptionally realistic flame movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose between Refractory, Ceramic Fiber, and Burncrete® Log Sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"height: 410.313px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.6801%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.3199%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eVFSM18\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.6801%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBTU\/HR Max. Rate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.3199%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e32,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 24.0625px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.6801%; height: 24.0625px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBTU\/HR Min. 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float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll vent-free parts carry a five-year limited warranty with a 5-year limited labor warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll remote controls carry a one-year limited parts warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"station-tabs-tabtitle\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"station-tabs-tab_ht-i0-t15\" class=\"station-tabs-tab is-active\" role=\"button\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"station-tabs-tabtext\"\u003eDocuments \u0026amp; Files\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/5022\/9802\/files\/VF-Logs-Brochure.pdf?v=1788091201\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDownload Product Brochure\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/5022\/9802\/files\/Vent-Free_Slope_Glaze_Burners_Manual.pdf?v=1788091216\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eVent-Free Slope Glaze Burners Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout The Manufacturer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/5022\/9802\/files\/Empire_Logo.png?v=1781790141\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFounded in 1932, Empire Comfort Systems is a trusted American manufacturer of high-quality heating products known for their reliability, efficiency, and innovation. Family-owned and proudly made in the USA, Empire produces a wide range of fireplaces, gas log sets, room heaters, wall furnaces, and zone heating solutions designed to deliver dependable comfort and long-term value. Renowned for pioneering safety features such as Oxygen Depletion Sensor (ODS) technology and for developing highly efficient heating systems, Empire continues to be a leading choice for homeowners seeking durable, energy-efficient, and easy-to-operate heating products.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Empire","offers":[{"title":"Natural Gas","offer_id":44686306377770,"sku":"VFSM18NAT","price":835.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Propane","offer_id":44686306410538,"sku":"VFSM18LP","price":835.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/5022\/9802\/files\/Empire_18_Manual_Control_Vent_Free_Slope_Glaze_Gas_Burner.png?v=1786504079","url":"https:\/\/ridgeflame.com\/products\/empire-18-manual-control-vent-free-slope-glaze-gas-burner","provider":"Ridge Flame","version":"1.0","type":"link"}