Valor RetroFire Gas Insert, Propane

The Valor RetroFire is built to go into existing masonry and factory-built wood-burning fireplaces, so it works with either kind of existing wood fireplace. It gives you a 21-1/2 by 11-3/4 inch view of the fire over driftwood or traditional logs, and you can dress up the opening with a Traditional or Ventana fret.

This RF24JDP runs on propane, from 12,500 to 18,000 Btu/h input. Every RetroFire needs one of two slider plates, sold separately: the RA24CL co-linear plate, which adds Valor's AutoFire, or the RA24CA co-axial plate. The plate you choose changes the output and EnerGuide ratings, so we'll help you weigh them for your chimney.

What Makes the RetroFire Different

• Fits masonry or factory-built fireplaces. It's designed for both kinds of existing wood-burning fireplaces.
• Two venting choices. A co-linear plate with AutoFire, or a co-axial plate for 5 by 3 inch venting.
• No household power needed. It doesn't need electricity unless you add the optional fan.
• Fret options. Traditional or Ventana frets give the front a finished look.

This listing is the Valor RF24JDP RetroFire direct vent insert engine for propane. A slider plate (RA24CL or RA24CA) and a log kit are required and sold separately.

Key Specifications

• Fuel: Propane (RF24JDP engine)
• Propane input: 12,500 to 18,000 Btu/h
• Max output with RA24CA co-axial plate (Valor rating): 13,248 Btu/h
• EnerGuide with RA24CA (CSA P.4.1-15): 67.18%
• Max output with RA24CL co-linear plate (Valor rating): 12,118 Btu/h
• EnerGuide with RA24CL (CSA P.4.1-15): 57.74%
• Viewing area: 21-1/2 in w x 11-3/4 in h (252-5/8 sq in)
• Venting (plate required, sold separately): RA24CL co-linear plate for two 3 in liners, with AutoFire, or RA24CA co-axial plate for 5 in x 3 in venting with the 590FVK2 kit
• AutoFire: Only with the RA24CL co-linear slider plate
• Fuel bed (sold separately): MF28DWK Driftwood or MF28LSK Traditional log kit
• Frets (optional): RA24TB Traditional or 1225VFB Ventana, with the RA24FK fret bracket
• Remote: Valor Plus remote and wall holder included
• Power: No electrical power needed unless the optional fan is fitted
• Circulating fan: Optional 555CFK kit
• Installation: For existing masonry and factory-built wood-burning fireplaces

Valor lists separate ratings for each slider plate. They're a guide, and actual comfort depends on the room, the layout, the installation, and how you run it.

Ownership & Maintenance

The optional 555CFK fan runs from a speed control or wall control rather than the remote, and it needs a grounded power source. We offer ongoing service for our customers.

We'll look at your fireplace and chimney and help you decide between the co-linear and co-axial plates, then plan the install. See more gas fireplace inserts or stop by our Auburn, Brunswick, and Yarmouth showrooms.