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• Built-In Direct Vent Fireplace
• Natural Gas or Propane
• Residential or Mobile Home
WARNING:
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional
information consult a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
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Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
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Installation must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier
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 gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
36 DV XL Owner's Manual
Installer:
After installation give this manual to
the homeowner and explain
operation of this fireplace.
$ 1 0 . 0 0
- November, 1999 -
Part # 93508103
Tested and Listed by
Omni-Test Laboratories, Inc.
Beaverton, Oregon
Report # 028-S-20-1
ANSI Z21.88, CSA 2.33 ,
CAN/CGA 2.17-M91
10850 117th Place N.E. Kirkland, WA 98033
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Page 1: Introduction & Important Information
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. • Immediately call gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. 36 DV XL Owner’s Manual - November, 1999 - Installer:... -
Page 2: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions ¥ IF YOU SMELL GAS: * Do not light any appliance * Extinguish any open flame * Do not touch any electrical switch or plug or unplug anything * Open windows and vacate building * Call gas supplier from neighbor's house, if not reached, call fire department ¥... -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions ¥ Do not place clothing or ¥ Light the heater using the other flammable items on or built-in piezo igniter. Do not near the heater. Because use matches or any other this heater can be controlled external device to light your by a thermostat there is a heater. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction Finalizing the Installation Introduction & Important Information....1 1 Glass Removal (& installation)......26 2 Log & Coal Installation ........27 Safety Precautions 3 Replace the Glass ........28 Safety Precautions ........2 4 Faceplate Installation .........28 Features & Specifications 5 Leak Test..........28 6 Pilot Adjustment (if necessary).....28 Features ............5 7 Air Shutter Adjustment (if necessary) ....29... -
Page 5: Features & Specifications
Features and Specifications Features: Installation Options: Residential or Mobile Home Works During Power Outages (millivolt system) Straight or Corner Placement High Efficiency Flush or Recessed Face Optional Thermostat or Remote Control Raised or Floor Hearth Realistic "Wood Fire" Look Internal or External Chase Quiet Blower for Effective Heat Distribution Horizontal or Vertical Vent Convenient Operating Controls... -
Page 6: Installation
Installation (for qualified installers only) Installation Warnings: Failure to follow all of the requirements may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. This heater must be installed by a qualified installer who has gone through a training program for the installation of direct vent gas appliances. This appliance must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any;... -
Page 7: Fireplace Placement Requirements
Installation (for qualified installers only) Fireplace Placement Requirements Minimum Framing Dimensions The 1/2" stand-offs on the back and sides and 6-1/4" stand-offs on the top of the fireplace are designed to separate the fireplace from the framing members. These stand-offs may contact the framing members but no material may be placed between the stand-offs. -
Page 8: Corner Installations
Installation (for qualified installers only) Corner Installations A typical 45¡ installation uses the minimum framing dimensions shown in the illustration below (NOTE: all clearances still apply). 12-3/4" Fireplace 14-1/2" (includes 1/2" standoffs) 19-5/8" 46-1/4" 43" 65-1/2" 11-1/4" Raised Fireplaces ¥ The fireplace (and hearth, if desired) may be placed on a platform designed to support the fireplace (250 Lbs.) and vent. -
Page 9: Hearth Requirements
Installation (for qualified installers only) Hearth Requirements Floor Mounted Fireplaces Do not build the hearth above this ledge. Tile, Marble, Brick, or other Non-Combustible Decorative Trim (may be combustible) 36" Min. for arch face Min. 3/4Ó 38-1/4" Min. for Max. 15/16Ó rectangular face 16Ó... -
Page 10: Facing Requirements
Installation (for qualified installers only) Facing Requirements NOTE: The combustible area above the facing must not protrude more than 3/4" from the facing. If it does, it is considered a mantel and must meet the mantel requirements listed in this manual. The fireplace requires a concrete board (or other non-combustible) extending from the header to the floor and to the framing... -
Page 11: Facing Detail
Installation (for qualified installers only) Facing Detail NOTE: The overlap is 1-1/2" along 1-3/8Ó Rectangular Faces the top of the face. 1/4" Arch Faces Face 1" Glass Access Door 1/2" Air Space Do not tuck tile underneath the face on the bottom (there will be a 1/2"... -
Page 12: Face Dimensions
Installation (for qualified installers only) Face Dimensions Arched Face Rectangular Bevel Face 5" Radius = 35Ó 27-1/2Ó 29" Access Door Access Door 38Ó 36Ó Modifying the Face Angle for Rectangular Faces If using a rectangular face, adjust the face angles at the top corners of the glass (see the illustration below). -
Page 13: Facing And Hearth Examples
Installation (for qualified installers only) Facing and Hearth Examples Side View Face Fireplace SUGGESTION: If using a hearth, make your platform height a dimension that will accommodate the size tiles 1" you are using and the 1" between the base of Base of Fireplace the fireplace and the bottom of the face. - Page 14 Installation (for qualified installers only) Facing and Hearth Examples (continued) Side View 36 DV Fireplace Face 1/2" Cement Board & 3/8" thick tile (tucked behind the face) 3/8" Thick Tile 1/2" Cement Board 1" Wood Sub Base of Fireplace Floor Three-Dimensional View Face NOTE:...
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Page 15: Mantel Requirements
Installation (for qualified installers only) Mantel Requirements ¥ The combustible area above the facing must not protrude more than 3/4" from the facing. If it does, it is considered a mantel and must meet the mantel requirements listed in this manual. Combustible Mantels Combustible Mantel Max. -
Page 16: Vent Requirements
Installation (for qualified installers only) Vent Requirements The vent must maintain the required clearance to combustible materials to prevent a fire (see ÒClearancesÓ below). Do not fill air spaces with insulation. The gas appliance and vent system must be vented directly to the outside of the building, and never be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel or gas-burning appliance. -
Page 17: Vent Installation
Installation (for qualified installers only) Vent Installation ¥ In addition to the requirements below, follow the requirements provided with the vent. Vertical Termination Vertical Vent Requirements Use a roof flashing and storm collar whenever passing through the roof Use a firestop whenever passing through a ceiling Maintain a minimum 1"... -
Page 18: Approved Vent Configurations
Installation (for qualified installers only) Approved Vent Configurations Restrictor Position ¥ A vent restrictor is built into the appliance to adjust the flow rate of exhaust gases. This ensures proper combustion for all vent configurations. Depending upon the vent configuration, you may be required to adjust the restrictor position. -
Page 19: Vertical Term. 0,2 Or 4 45¡ Offsets (6-5/8")
Installation (for qualified installers only) Vertical Terminations with 0, 2, or 4 45¡ Offsets using 6-5/8Ó Dia. Vent ¥ Use 6-5/8Ó diameter co-axial vent Horizontal Offset ¥ A Maximum of Four 45¡ Elbows May be Used Vertical ¥ 10' Minimum System Height (with or without offsets) Rise ¥... -
Page 20: Hor. Terminations With 6-5/8" Dia. Vent
Installation (for qualified installers only) Horizontal Terminations using 6-5/8Ó Diameter Vent Natural Gas Use a single 90¡ Installations elbow (NOTE: an additional 45¡ elbow may be used on the 9' (max) 9' (max) horizontal run). Use Restrictor Position #1 3 foot length (max) 5 feet 5 feet The termination... -
Page 21: Vert. Term. With Two Elbows (6-5/8" Dia.)
Installation (for qualified installers only) Vertical Terminations with Two 90¡ Elbows using 6-5/8Ó Diameter Vent The termination must fall within the shaded area shown in the chart. Use the indicated restrictor position. 36' (max) 36' (max) Restrictor Position # 3 NOTE: Restrictor positions 30 feet... -
Page 22: Horizontal Terminations With 8Ó Dia. Vent
Installation (for qualified installers only) Horizontal Terminations using 8Ó Diameter Vent The termination must fall within the shaded area shown in the chart. Use the indicated restrictor position. 20' (max) 20' (max) Restrictor Position #3 15 feet 15 feet NOTE: Restrictor positions are based upon lab tests. -
Page 23: Vent Termination Requirements
Installation (for qualified installers only) Termination Requirements (see the illustration below) Minimum 9" clearance from any door or window Roof Minimum 12" above any grade, veranda, porch, deck or balcony Surface Minimum 12" from outside corner walls 11Ó Min. Minimum 12" from inside corner walls Roof 6Ó... -
Page 24: Gas Line Requirements
Installation (for qualified installers only) Gas Line Requirements The gas line must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any; if not, follow ANSI 223.1 and the requirements listed below. The fireplace and gas control valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig. -
Page 25: Electrical Connection
Installation (for qualified installers only) Electrical Connection Make sure the household breaker is shut off prior to working on any electrical lines. The fireplace must be properly grounded in accordance with local codes (or ANSI/NFPA 70-1987) ¥ The electrical line must be 14 gauge, and supply 120 Volts at 60 Hz (2 Amps) Follow the directions below to connect power to the fireplace. -
Page 26: Glass Removal (& Installation)
Finalizing the Installation Remove the glass (and arch covers) following the directions below. Warning: The appliance must be completely cool before removing the glass. Note: If using an arch face, attach the arch covers after re-installing the glass. Insert the included glass latch tool into Pull the latch out then up to detach it from the hole on the glass frame latch. -
Page 27: Log & Coal Installation
Finalizing the Installation If converting this unit to propane, do so now (see the instructions on page 40. Install the log set and coals (if using the decorative fireback, install it prior to the log set - page 51). Preparing the Glowing Embers: The glowing embers comes in a single strip. -
Page 28: Finalizing The Installation
Finalizing the Installation We recommend you purge the gas line at this time (with the glass removed). This allows gas to be detected once it enters the firebox, ensuring gas does not build up. Replace the glass (and arch covers when using arched faces - see page 26). Install the faceplate. -
Page 29: Air Shutter Adjustment (If Necessary)
Finalizing the Installation Let the heater burn for fifteen minutes. Adjust the air shutter, if necessary, to achieve the correct looking flame (see the illustration below). ¥ The air shutter adjusts the amount of air that mixes with the gas before it exits the burner holes. It is used to fine-tune the flame for differences in altitude and vent configuration. -
Page 30: Operation
Operation Before You Begin Read this entire manual before you use your new fireplace (especially the section "Safety Precautions" on pages 2 & 3). Failure to follow the instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Location of Controls - See explanation below The pilot flame is located below the back log. -
Page 31: Starting The Pilot Flame
Operation Starting The Pilot Flame The pilot flame is required to ignite the main burners (it also plays a safety role). It should be left on once lit. It will stay lit unless the gas control valve is turned to "OFF". However, the pilot will go out if the gas is shut off, the propane tank runs out (or low) or if the stove malfunctions. -
Page 32: Starting The Fireplace For The First Time
Operation Starting the Fireplace for the First Time Burn the heater at a high setting with the blower off for an extended period (up to 48 hours). This will cure the painted surfaces. Fumes from the paint curing and oil burning off the steel will occur. This is normal. -
Page 33: Adjusting The Blower Speed
Operation Adjusting the Blower Speed The internal blower helps transfer Blower Knob the heat from the fireplace into the room. It will not turn on until the Turn the knob all the way counter-clockwise to turn fireplace is up to temperature the blower off. -
Page 34: Maintenance
Maintenance Maintaining Your Fireplace's Appearance Fingerprints or other marks left on the optional gold surface may become etched in place if they are not wiped clean prior to turning the stove on. Clean the gold with denatured alcohol and a soft cloth (make sure the fireplace is cool). -
Page 35: Troubleshooting Table
Maintenance Troubleshooting Table Problem: Possible Cause: Don't Call for Service Until You: Pilot Will Not Light A gas shut off valve is turned off Check all gas shut off valves The gas control knob isn't turned to "PILOT" See "Starting the Pilot Light" Step C The valve control knob isn't pushed in See "Starting the Pilot Light"... -
Page 36: How This Fireplace Works
Maintenance How this Fireplace Works This fireplace was designed with safety as the primary concern. Many of the components inside this fireplace are for safety purposes. Therefore, only certified gas service technicians should service this fireplace. What Turns the Main Burners On and Off This fireplace uses a millivolt system to control its operation (a millivolt is a very small amount of electricity). -
Page 37: Wiring Diagram
Maintenance Wiring Diagram Thermopile Piezo Igniter Orange Gas Control Valve Brown Thermocouple White terminal Copper Co-Axial Wire Jumper Wire Green On/Off (Manual Operation) Switch Chassis Blower Ground Green Motor Black White 120 Volt Black Grounded A.C. Power Supply Black Optional Remote Optional White... -
Page 38: Safety (Listing) Label
Safety Label The safety (listing) label is on a plate chained to the gas control valve. A copy of the safety label is shown below. Travis Industries 9 3 5 0 8 1 0 3 1 5 1 0 0 2... -
Page 39: Warranty
Warranty To register your TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. 7 Year Warranty, complete the enclosed warranty card and mail it within ten (10) days of the appliance purchase date to: TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC., 10850 117th Place N.E., Kirkland, Washington 98033. TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. warrants this gas appliance (appliance is defined as the equipment manufactured by Travis Industries, Inc.) to be defect-free in material and workmanship to the original purchaser from the date of purchase as follows: Years 1 &... -
Page 40: Optional Equipment
Optional Equipment LP Conversion Instructions Install the conversion kit prior to installing the gas line to ensure proper gas use. Remove the glass (see page 26). Remove the logs, ember strips, and kibbles (if installed - page 27) Remove the burner (see illustration below). Remove the grate Grate and cast brick floor. - Page 41 Optional Equipment Follow the directions below to remove the natural gas orifice. Apply thread sealant to the LP orifice (#48 - it has "48" stamped on it) and tighten in place with a 1/2" open end wrench. Slide the adjustable shutter back in place over the orifice. Loosen the air shutter Rotate the air control shutter control (see page 29).
- Page 42 Optional Equipment Remove the pilot orifice following the instructions below. Replace with the propane pilot orifice. The propane conversion kit includes a .016Ó (labeled LP 16) or .011Ó (labeled LP 11) pilot orifice. The .016Ó orifice is preferred because it allows for greater pilot adjustment. Orifice Identification: Remove the pilot Pull the pilot orifice...
- Page 43 Optional Equipment Place the included propane label over the natural gas label on top of the gas control valve. THIS CONTROL HAS BEEN CONVERTED TO Make the gas line connection, start the heater and thoroughly leak-test all gas connections and the regulator.
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Page 44: Power Heat Duct
Optional Equipment POWER HEAT DUCT (part # 98500769) The optional heat duct allows the fireplace to transfer heat to separate locations in the home. One or two ducts may be used . Installation should take place prior installing drywall. Warning: This kit must be installed as specified in these instructions. Do not modify any component. - Page 45 Optional Equipment Attach the blower box to the framing or floorboards of the home following the instructions below. Wall or Ceiling Mounting Cut a hole between wall Slide the blower, with Attach the wall mounting framing members for the brackets to the blower box. wires, into the hole cut blower assembly.
- Page 46 Optional Equipment Attach the starter ring to the fireplace following the directions below (use the most convenient side). 1/4" Nutdriver Starter Ring Remove and discard the cover plate. Bend the tabs on the bottom of the starter ring up to lock it in place.
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Page 47: Wiring Instructions
Optional Equipment Attach the grill (and wall adapter, if necessary). Screws (included with this kit) Wall Adapter (for use when the blower box protrudes from the wall - Grill Phillips primarily on 2 x 4 walls) Screwdriver WIRING INSTRUCTIONS Warning: All wiring should be done by a qualified electrician and shall be in compliance with local codes and with the current National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70 (in the U.S.), or with the current CSC22.1 Canadian Electric Code (in Canada). - Page 48 Optional Equipment Follow the directions below to wire the blower box. Remove the cover from the blower box. Standard Screwdriver Phillips Screwdriver Insert sheathed cable through the cable clamp. After the wires have been connected tighten the clamp to secure the cable. Attach the hot (black) and common (white) wires to the leads coming from the wires (use wire nuts).
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Page 49: Maintenance Instructions
Optional Equipment Run the free wire from the rheostat junction box to the fireplace. Follow the directions below to connect the heat duct circuit to the fireplace. Remove the cover from the Insert the sheathed cable from the rheostat through a fireplace junction box. -
Page 50: Thermostat
Optional Equipment Thermostat (Part # 99300650) Do not connect 120 VAC to the gas control valve or wiring of this unit. It is easiest to route the remote control wire prior to installing the fireplace. Route the wire to a location near the gas inlet. -
Page 51: Remote Control Thermostat
Optional Equipment Remote Thermostat (Part # 99300654) Do not connect 110-120 VAC to the gas control valve or wiring system of this unit. ¥ Follow the instructions included with the remote thermostat for installation. IMPORTANT OPERATIONAL NOTE FOR REMOTE THERMOSTAT USE: Included with the remote thermostat is a set of instructions that should be given to the homeowner. -
Page 52: Index
Index Approved Vent Configurations......18 Installation Options ...........5 Adjusting the Blower Speed......33 Items Required for Installation......6 Adjusting the Flame Height .......32 Leaking Gas ......See Inst. on Cover Air Shutter Adjustment........29 Listing Information ..........38 Altitude Considerations........16 Location of Controls..........30 Blower Control..........33 Log Set Installation and Removal .......27 BTU Input............5 Maintenance ............34 BTU Output............5...