1,500 Sq Ft Vent Free Cast Iron Natural Gas Stove – Black

1,500 Sq Ft Vent Free Cast Iron Natural Gas Stove – Black

Classic cast iron styling with a painted black finish makes this beautiful gas stove the perfect heating appliance for any living space. The Ashley Hearth AGC500VFN gas stove delivers 32,000 BTUs of heat in a safe and efficient way. Because it does not require a vent, it is 99% efficient ensuring you get your money’s worth every time you use this stove. A log set is included with this stove to give you a realistic fire look. In addition, this stove does not need electricity to operate, meaning it is the perfect stove to own if the power is out. Standard operation is simple, just turn the switch on, select your heat output and enjoy the warmth. This stove is simple to use and can be hooked up to any standard millivolt thermostat allowing it to cycle on and off as needed. The AGC500VF stoves can heat up to 1,500 Sq. Ft. and is available in natural gas or liquid propane (LP) models.

  • Model #: AGC500VFN

  • Features
    • Heats up to 1,500 Sq Ft with 32,000 BTUs
    • Gas stove fuel type: natural gas
    • Includes safety screen to prevent burns and log set for a realistic flame
    • Millivolt thermostat hookup ready with easy on/off operation
    • Painted black finish
    • Approved for installation in mobile homes (USA only)
  • Specifications
    Product Stove Type Freestanding
    Product Heating Area (ft²) 1500
    Product ETL Listed Yes
    Product Height (in) 16
    Product Manufacturer Warranty 3 year Burn Chamber and valve. 1 year Cabinet and other parts.
    Product CSA Certified No
    Product Length (in) 29
    Product Ignition System Push Button Piezo
    Product Oxygen Depletion System Yes
    Product Vented Or Vent-Free Vent-Free
    Product Remote Control No
    Product Efficiency 99
    Product Width (in) 26.0
    Product UL Listed No
    Product Blower No
    Product Gas Stove Fuel Type Natural Gas
    Product Maximum BTU 32000
    Product Color / Finish Black Paint
  • Dimensions
    Assembled Width (in) 26
    Package Weight 245
    Package Width 24
    Package Height 35
    Assembled Depth (in) 29
    Package Depth 31
    Assembled Height (in) 16
  • Other
    MFG Brand Name Ashley Hearth Products
    Does this Product Have a Warranty? Yes
    MFG Model # (Series) AGC500VFN
    Manufacturer Warranty 3 year Burn Chamber and valve. 1 year Cabinet and other parts.
    Warranty Type Limited - Parts
    Supplier Product Type/Category Home - Heating, Cooling & Air Quality
    Search Keywords Stove, Heater, fireplace, hearth
    Warranty Type of Effective Date Purchase Date
    UPC 012685725000
  • Regulatory
    California Proposition 65 Warning Required Yes
    Contains Chemicals that Cause Cancer (Calif Prop65) Yes
    Item has Restrictions? Yes
    List the Chemicals contained that cause Cancer per California Proposition 65 Carbon Monoxide
  • FAQs
    • I smell a gas odor when the control knob is in the off position. What do I do?
      • Gas leak:
        1. Do not try to light the appliance.
        2. Do not touch any electrical switch.
        3. Do not use any phone in the building.
        4. Have gas company come and locate the leak.
        5. If the gas company is unavailable have the fire department come and locate the leak.
      • Defective control valve – try to push down or turn the control knob. If it will not push down or turn, the control valve may be defective. **It may still be defective even if the control knob will move.
    • Why will my burner not light?
      • Burner orifice is clogged – clean the same way you would the pilot orifice.
      • Burner orifice diameter is too small – have a gas technician replace the orifice with the correct size.
      • Incorrect gas pressure – see below:
        1. Check that the manual shutoff valve is in the open position.
        2. Have the gas company check that the incoming gas line is pressurized correctly and is not leaking.
        3. If using propane-check that a large enough tank is being used (at least 100 gallon). If the tank has recently been refilled be sure that all the air has been flooded from the gas line.
        4. Have a gas technician check to see if the right size piping was used and if the gas regulator is set correctly.
    • What will cause my pilot to light, but go out when the control knob is released?
      • Control knob is not pressed in all the way – pressing the control knob down allows a flow of gas to the pilot assembly. If not pressed all the way down the pilot will not be self-sustaining.
      • Thermocouple – when the control knob is held down during ignition you are manually opening the gas valve to allow gas flow through the pilot assembly. During normal operation the thermocouple generates a small voltage that holds the gas valve open to allow gas flow. If the thermocouple is bad there will be no gas flow to the pilot assembly once the control knob is released.
        • The thermocouple connection may just be loose.
        • The pilot hood that directs the pilot flame towards the thermocouple may be bent and not allowing contact between the flame and thermocouple.
      • The pilot is clogged – over time a residue will buildup on the orifice and pilot components which will affect the flow of gas. Use a heavy duty pipe cleaner to clear the orifice opening (be sure not to enlarge the opening). Use a non-abrasive scouring pad to clean the thermocouple and other metal components. Use a mild soap and water solution…never anything flammable.
      • Control valve – it is possible that the control valve is damaged or faulty. The only option here is to replace it. This must be done by a licensed gas technician.
      • Orifice isn’t the right size – higher altitudes will affect the operation of a gas heater. Especially when using NG because it is lighter than air. A smaller orifice can be used to obtain the needed pressure at higher altitudes. These are not available through USSC.
    • Why will my pilot not light?
      • Loose ignitor wire – Remove the front cover and check to see if the ignitor wire has come lose. This can happen during shipping.
      • Bad piezo ignitor – if the ignitor wire is secure and not damaged but there is still no spark, it’s possible the ignitor itself is faulty.
      • There is no (or not enough) gas supply –
        1. Check that the manual shutoff valve is in the open position.
        2. Have the gas company check that the incoming gas line is pressurized correctly and is not leaking.
        3. If using propane-check that a large enough tank is being used (at least 100 gallon). If the tank has recently been refilled be sure that all the air has been flooded from the gas line.
        4. Have a gas technician check to see if the right size piping was used and if the gas regulator is set correctly.
    • What is a vent free system?
      Vent-free fireplaces rely on indoor air for combustion. A chimney or flue isn't necessary.
      • Vent-free systems add some moisture to the air. It is important that they are installed in well ventilated areas. If not ventilated properly, they may promote mold and mildew growth.
      • It is always a good practice to install CO monitors when using vent free heaters. CO poisoning is a concern if the heater is installed in an area that is not ventilated properly.
      • Some states and other countries (such as Canada) do not allow Vent-free systems.
Document File Type File Size Product
AGC500VF Owner's Manual application/pdf 5 MB Download
Ashley Hearth Gas Products Warranty application/pdf 106 KB Download
  • I smell a gas odor when the control knob is in the off position. What do I do?
    • Gas leak:
      1. Do not try to light the appliance.
      2. Do not touch any electrical switch.
      3. Do not use any phone in the building.
      4. Have gas company come and locate the leak.
      5. If the gas company is unavailable have the fire department come and locate the leak.
    • Defective control valve – try to push down or turn the control knob. If it will not push down or turn, the control valve may be defective. **It may still be defective even if the control knob will move.
  • Why will my burner not light?
    • Burner orifice is clogged – clean the same way you would the pilot orifice.
    • Burner orifice diameter is too small – have a gas technician replace the orifice with the correct size.
    • Incorrect gas pressure – see below:
      1. Check that the manual shutoff valve is in the open position.
      2. Have the gas company check that the incoming gas line is pressurized correctly and is not leaking.
      3. If using propane-check that a large enough tank is being used (at least 100 gallon). If the tank has recently been refilled be sure that all the air has been flooded from the gas line.
      4. Have a gas technician check to see if the right size piping was used and if the gas regulator is set correctly.
  • What will cause my pilot to light, but go out when the control knob is released?
    • Control knob is not pressed in all the way – pressing the control knob down allows a flow of gas to the pilot assembly. If not pressed all the way down the pilot will not be self-sustaining.
    • Thermocouple – when the control knob is held down during ignition you are manually opening the gas valve to allow gas flow through the pilot assembly. During normal operation the thermocouple generates a small voltage that holds the gas valve open to allow gas flow. If the thermocouple is bad there will be no gas flow to the pilot assembly once the control knob is released.
      • The thermocouple connection may just be loose.
      • The pilot hood that directs the pilot flame towards the thermocouple may be bent and not allowing contact between the flame and thermocouple.
    • The pilot is clogged – over time a residue will buildup on the orifice and pilot components which will affect the flow of gas. Use a heavy duty pipe cleaner to clear the orifice opening (be sure not to enlarge the opening). Use a non-abrasive scouring pad to clean the thermocouple and other metal components. Use a mild soap and water solution…never anything flammable.
    • Control valve – it is possible that the control valve is damaged or faulty. The only option here is to replace it. This must be done by a licensed gas technician.
    • Orifice isn’t the right size – higher altitudes will affect the operation of a gas heater. Especially when using NG because it is lighter than air. A smaller orifice can be used to obtain the needed pressure at higher altitudes. These are not available through USSC.
  • Why will my pilot not light?
    • Loose ignitor wire – Remove the front cover and check to see if the ignitor wire has come lose. This can happen during shipping.
    • Bad piezo ignitor – if the ignitor wire is secure and not damaged but there is still no spark, it’s possible the ignitor itself is faulty.
    • There is no (or not enough) gas supply –
      1. Check that the manual shutoff valve is in the open position.
      2. Have the gas company check that the incoming gas line is pressurized correctly and is not leaking.
      3. If using propane-check that a large enough tank is being used (at least 100 gallon). If the tank has recently been refilled be sure that all the air has been flooded from the gas line.
      4. Have a gas technician check to see if the right size piping was used and if the gas regulator is set correctly.
  • What is a vent free system?
    Vent-free fireplaces rely on indoor air for combustion. A chimney or flue isn't necessary.
    • Vent-free systems add some moisture to the air. It is important that they are installed in well ventilated areas. If not ventilated properly, they may promote mold and mildew growth.
    • It is always a good practice to install CO monitors when using vent free heaters. CO poisoning is a concern if the heater is installed in an area that is not ventilated properly.
    • Some states and other countries (such as Canada) do not allow Vent-free systems.