Empire Heating Systems DV-55SPP Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Fan type direct vent wall furnace

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Installer: Leave this manual with the appli-
ance.
Consumer: Retain this manual for future refer-
ence.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket,
permanently located, manufactured home (USA
only) or mobile home, where not prohibited by
state or local codes.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is
not convertible for use with other gases, unless
a certified kit is used.
WARNING: If not installed, operated and main-
tained in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions, this product could expose you
to substances in fuel or from fuel combustion
which can cause death or serious illness.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

OWNER'S MANUAL
AND
FAN TYPE
DIRECT VENT
WALL FURNACE
MODEL
DV-55SPP
WARNING: If the information in these instruc-
tions are not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flamma-
ble vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not
use any phone in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas suppli-
er's instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department.
— Installation and service must be performed by
a qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    FAN TYPE DIRECT VENT WALL FURNACE MODEL DV-55SPP Do not try to light any appliance. Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas suppli- er’s instructions.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Important Safety Information ...3 Safety Information for Users of LP Gas ...4 Requirements for Massachusetts ...5 Introduction ...6 Specifications ...6 Gas Supply ... 7-8 Clearances ...8 Installation Instructions ... 9-11 Lighting Instructions ...12 Pilot Flame Characteristics ...13 Main Burner Flame Characteristics ...13 Wiring ...14 Service and Maintenance Suggestions ...15...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    • DO NOT put anything around the furnace that will ob- struct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. • DO keep the appliance area clear and free from combus- tible material, gasoline and other flammable vapors and...
  • Page 4: Safety Information For Users Of Lp Gas

    SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS Propane (LP-Gas) is a flammable gas which can cause fires and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and colorless. You may not know all the following safety precau- tions which can protect both you and your family from an accident.
  • Page 5: Requirements For Massachusetts

    REQUIREMENTS FOR MASSACHUSETTS For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7) feet above finished grade in the area of the venting, including but not limited to decks and porches, the following requirements shall be satisfied:...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    Installer should show owner how to start and operate furnace and thermostat. Warning: Any change to this furnace or its control can be dangerous. This is a heating appliance and any panel, door or guard removed for servicing an appliance must be replaced prior to operating the appliance.
  • Page 7: Gas Supply

    Locating Gas Supply The gas line can enter the unit either through the floor or outside wall. The gas line opening should be made at this time. Location of the opening will be determined by the position of floor joists and the valve and union used for servicing.
  • Page 8: Clearances

    4 inches in depth but the minimum 4 1/2 inches vent/air intake system wall depth must be maintained. Example: If furnace is recessed into the wall at a depth of 4 inches, the minimum wall depth must be 8 1/2 inches.
  • Page 9: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Locating Wall Opening The furnace is to be located on an outside wall. Locate wall studs so that wall opening will be located between wall studs. The furnace is 16 inches in width and normal 16 inches on center studs will not allow the furnace to be recessed into the wall unless a stud is repositioned.
  • Page 10 Attaching Furnace to Wall Refer to Figure 5 for the location of the 7 1/2" diameter wall open- ing for the furnace. After the wall opening has been located and cut, position flue outlet on furnace in center of wall opening. When attaching furnace to the wall remove that portion of baseboard and molding on the wall which is behind the furnace.
  • Page 11: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Apply furnace cement to 4" diameter flue outlet collar on combustion chamber and to 4" diameter collar on vent cap. Attach 4" diameter flue outlet tube onto flue outlet collar on combustion chamber. Attach vent cap into the 4" diameter flue outlet tube.
  • Page 12: Lighting Instructions

    FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand.
  • Page 13: Pilot Flame Characteristics

    The flame will be correct if the factory-set pressure and orifice opening are used. After the furnace has been operating, the burner ports may be blocked by foreign matter carried in by combustion air. Therefore, cleaning of the burner may be needed for proper flame.
  • Page 14: Wiring

    Thermostat Installation The thermostat should be installed in the same room as the furnace 4' to 5' above the floor and away from another heat source (cooking stove, hot water heater, etc.) including walls and doorways with a heat source in an adjoining room.
  • Page 15: Service And Maintenance Suggestions

    Inlet gas pressure. The 24 volt system. Type of gas being used and that shown on the rating label. The Service Department at Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. may be contacted to assist in servicing furnace or call a qualified service- man..
  • Page 16: How To Order Repair Parts

    Do not order bolts, screws, washers or nuts. They are standard hardware items and can be purchased at any local hardware store. Shipments contingent upon strikes, fires and all causes beyond our control. Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. Nine Eighteen Freeburg Ave. Belleville, IL 62220-2623 PLEASE NOTE: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide.
  • Page 17: Parts View

    PARTS VIEW 12431-9-0408 Page 17...
  • Page 18: Service Notes

    SERVICE NOTES Page 18 12431-9-0408...
  • Page 19 SERVICE NOTES 12431-9-0408 Page 19...
  • Page 20 EMPIRE EMPIRE Comfort Systems Page 20 Empire Comfort Systems Inc. 918 Freeburg Ave. Belleville, IL 62220 If you have a general question about our products, please e-mail us at info@empirecomfort.com. If you have a service or repair question, please contact your dealer.

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