Vermont Castings 36CFDVNV Installation And Operating Instructions Manual
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36CFDV Series
Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
Models:
36CFDVNV, 36CFDVPV
36CFDVNI, 36CFDVPI
WARNING: If the information in these
instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property damage,
personal injury or loss of life.
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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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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
supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department.
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Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, services 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.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*,
permanently located, manufactured home (USA
only) or mobile home, where not prohibited by
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.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of
resale, from the manufacturer.
Installation and Operating
Instructions
5832
36CFDV cover
WARNING
AVERTISSEMENT
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future refer-
ence.
HOT GLASS WILL
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
Un panneau vitré chaud peut
causer des brûlures.
Laissez refroidir le panneau
vitré avant d'y toucher.
Ne laisser jamais les enfants
toucher le panneau vitré.
20305832 3/14 Rev. 1
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- Page 1 36CFDV Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Models: 36CFDVNV, 36CFDVPV 36CFDVNI, 36CFDVPI WARNING: If the information in these instructions 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 flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE. Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Vermont Castings Group fireplace. IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions fully may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty. -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace INSTALLER 2. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not Please leave these instructions with the appliance. convertible for use with other gases unless a certified kit is used. -
Page 4: Code Approval
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace 13. Any safety screen, guard or barrier removed for 26. Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert, or servicing the appliance, must be replaced prior to any other accessory not approved for use with this operating the appliance. -
Page 5: Product Specifications
The appliance is not approved for closet installations. Max. Input Min. Input Orifice • This appliance is approved to be vented using Vermont Model Fuel BTU/h BTU/h Size Castings Group Twist-Lock Direct Vent Components. 36CFDVNV Nat. 21,000 15,000 36CFDVPV 21,000 17,500 36CFDVNI Nat. 21,000 15,000 The classification “noncombustible material”... -
Page 6: Gas Specifications, Orifice Sizes
FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS & FRAMING 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace Minimum Rough 38 ” (798 mm) Opening 22 ” (562 mm) Depth ” (392 mm) ” 1/2” (13 mm) (405 mm) or 5/8” (16 mm) 37 ” (946 mm) Minimum Rough Opening Width Minimum Rough Opening Height... -
Page 7: Fireplace & Framing Dimensions
PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace BEFORE YOU START FIREPLACE LOCATION Read this homeowner manual thoroughly and follow all Plan for the installation of your appliance. This includes instructions carefully. Inspect all contents for shipping determining where the unit is to be installed, the vent con- damage and immediately inform your dealer if any damage figuration to be used, framing and finishing details, and is found. -
Page 8: Clearances
CLEARANCES 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace Finish Wall CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES Follow these instructions carefully to Stud 12” (305 mm) ensure safe installation. Failure to follow instructions exactly can create a fire Header 12” 8” (203 mm) hazard. (305 mm) 6” (152 mm) 11”... -
Page 9: Secure Fireplace To Floor Or Framing
SECURE FIREPLACE TO FLOOR OR FRAMING 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace The fireplace must be secured to Finished Wall Support the floor and/or to framing studs as Tabs (Do Not Use for shown in Figure 6. Use two (2) wood Framing or Header) Framing screws or masonry/ concrete screws to secure fireplace to the floor. -
Page 10: Venting Installation Information
VENTING INSTALLATION INFORMATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace OPTIONAL TOP VENT APPLICATION 3. Remove the plate with the 4" collar and gasket by re- moving four (4) screws. Set aside. Figure 9 The appliance is shipped as a rear vent unit. If the installa- 4. - Page 11 VENTING INSTALLATION INFORMATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace 6. Remove the large square plate and gasket by removing 8. Install the plate and plates with collars removed in Steps the eight (8) screws. Set aside. Figure 11 1-3 in reverse order onto the top of the unit. Install the top plate and large and small plates in reverse order into Remove back of unit.
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Page 12: Installation Precautions
Failure to do so could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life. Operation • Only Vermont Castings Group venting components of improperly installed and maintained specifically approved and labelled for this fireplace may be used. -
Page 13: Termination Location
3. Vermont Castings Group assumes no responsibility for only permitted if veranda, porch, deck or balcony is fully open on a the improper performance of the appliance when the venting minimum 2 sides beneath the floor: system does not meet these requirements. -
Page 14: Termination Clearances
National Fuel Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. dure must be performed on the vent side. Only venting components manufactured or approved by Vermont Castings Group may be used in Direct Vent sys- tems. Canadian Installations The venting system must be installed in accordance with the current CSA-B149.1 installation code. -
Page 15: Twist Lock Pipes
VENTING INSTALLATION INFORMATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace TWIST LOCk PIPES REAR VENT INSTALLATION ONLY: Remove the three (3) screws holding the arch shield to When using twist lock pipe it is not necessary to use seal- the rear of the firebox. Set shield aside. Install the 4” (102 ant on the joints. -
Page 16: How To Use The Vent Graph
VENTING INSTALLATION INFORMATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace HOW TO USE THE VENT GRAPH The Vent Graph should be read in conjunction with the following vent installation instructions to determine the re- lationship between the vertical and horizontal dimensions of the vent system. 1. -
Page 17: Vent Pipe Clearances
VENTING INSTALLATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace VENT PIPE CLEARANCES A Minimum 1" (25 mm) Clearance to Combustibles P e r m i t t e d A l l A Minimum 1" (25 mm) Around Flue at Clearance to Combustibles Outside Wall Permitted All Around Flue at Outside Wall... -
Page 18: Rear Vent Applications & Installation
When installed as a rear vent unit this appliance may be (244 mm) Min. vented directly to a termination located on the rear wall behind the appliance. • Only Vermont Castings Group approved venting com- 9B\,” ponents are approved to be used in these applications (244 mm) Min. -
Page 19: Top Vent Sidewall Applications & Installation
VENTING INSTALLATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace Finish Wall Rise Vent Termination FP1472 Figure 26 - There must be a 1/2" rise per foot length TOP VENT SIDEWALL APPLICATION Figure 24 - Since it is very important that the venting system FP2294 Side View of Final Unit Location maintain its balance between the combustion air in-... - Page 20 VENTING INSTALLATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace 3 x 90° 3 x 90° Elbows Elbows A + B = 17' (Max.) FP1176 (5.2m) Figure 27 - 7'6" Maximum three (3) 90° elbows per installation (2.3m) 36" (914mm) Figure 29 - FP1178 Max.
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Page 21: Vertical Sidewall Applications & Installation
VENTING INSTALLATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace VERTICAL SIDEWALL INSTALLATION - TWIST LOCk PIPE Step 1 Locate vent opening on the wall. It may be necessary to first position the fireplace and measure to obtain hole lo- cation. Depending on whether the wall is combustible or noncombustible, cut opening to size. - Page 22 VENTING INSTALLATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace Step 6 Use appropriate length of pipe sections - telescopic or fixed - and install. The sections which go through the wall are packaged with the starter kit, and can be cut to suit if 4”...
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Page 23: Below Grade Installation
VENTING INSTALLATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace BELOW GRADE INSTALLATION Do not back fill around snorkel. When it is not possible to meet the required vent terminal A clearance of at least 4” must be maintained clearances of 12” (305 mm) above grade level, a snor- between the snorkel and the soil. - Page 24 VENTING INSTALLATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace VERTICAL THROUGH-THE-ROOF • For the minimum height of the vent above the high- INSTALLATION est point of penetration through the roof refer to Figure NOTE: For all top vent vertical through-the-roof installations, install the supplied flue restrictors onto the top edge of the firebox flue adapter.
- Page 25 VENTING INSTALLATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace FP1184 Typical Roof 3 #5 Sheet Metal Support Typical Ceiling Screws per Joint Application Support Application Sealant Figure 43 - Venting Supports FP1184 Storm Collar Typical roof/ceiling 9. Install storm collar and seal around the pipe. support apps.
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Page 26: Fireplace Installation
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace CHECk GAS TYPE Use proper gas type for the fireplace you are installing. 100 lb. (min) If you have conflicting gas type, do not install fireplace. External Propane/LP See dealer where you purchased the fireplace for proper Regulator Supply Tank fireplace for your gas type or conversion kit. - Page 27 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace A manual shutoff valve must be installed Only persons licensed to work with gas upstream of the appliance. Union tee piping may make the necessary gas and plugged 1/8” NPT pressure tapping connections to this appliance. point should be installed upstream of the appliance.
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Page 28: Check Gas Pressure - Millivolt
MILLIVOLT CHECk GAS PRESSURE & ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply is different from the fireplace, STOP! Do not install the appliance. -
Page 29: Electrical Installation
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace REMOTE WALL MOUNTED SWITCH A remote wall switch and up to fifteen (15) feet of 18 Ga. wire may be used with this appliance. Attach the wall Do not connect wall switch to (110 V) switch in a junction box at the desired location on the wall. -
Page 30: Electronic Pilot Ignition Wiring
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace OPTIONAL FAN/BLOWER SYSTEMS - BLOT The junction box for the fan/blower systems has been factory installed. This system requires that 110- 120 VAC to be wired to the factory installed junction box before the fireplace is permanently installed. Figure 51 120V AC Receptacle... -
Page 31: Operating Instructions - Millivolt
MILLIVOLT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING If you do not follow these instruction exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance is equipped with a pilot which must be lit with built-in piezo ignitor while following these instructions exactly. -
Page 32: Lighting Pilot
MILLIVOLT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace LIGHTING PILOT FOR THE FIRST TIME APPROVED LEAk TESTING METHOD You may check for gas leaks with the following methods only: If using a soap and water solution • to test for leaks, DO NOT spray Soap and water solution solution onto control body. -
Page 33: Lighting Burner
MILLIVOLT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace LIGHTING BURNER LIGHTING THE BURNER Depress and turn the knob counterclockwise to the “ON” position. It will take less than four (4) seconds for the burner to ignite. MAIN BURNER SWITCH This switch allows you to turn on and to turn off the main burner without using the gas valve knob. -
Page 34: Operating Instructions Electronic Ignition
ELECTRONIC IGNITION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING A. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because If you do not follow these instruction some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the exactly, a fire or explosion may result floor. -
Page 35: Check Gas Pressure - Ipi
IPI - CHECk GAS PRESSURE and ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace Pressure Inlet 1. Check gas type. The gas supply must be the same as stated on the appliance’s rating decal. If the gas supply is different from the fireplace, STOP! Do not install the appliance. -
Page 36: Junction Box Wiring
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION JUNCTION BOX WIRING The wall switch wire connection is located off the wire 1. This should be done before framing the fireplace. Wire harness coming out of the IPI Control Board. The label is the receptacle into an electrical circuit. -
Page 37: Ipi System Wiring Diagram
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace Pilot RF Receiver ON/OFF Button Control Board Black 6V AC White Adapter Conversion Sensor NG/LP Cold Climate Switch Ignitor / Sparker Plug-in Connector Control Board to Switch Main Switch Wall Switch Ground DC Power/Green Gas Out Gas In Pilot Gas Tubing... -
Page 38: Operating Instructions - Ipi
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - IPI 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of lie. A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Refer to the instructions. -
Page 39: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - IPI 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read the safety information above. 2. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand. 3. -
Page 40: Final Installation
GLASS REMOVAL 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace GLASS FRAME REMOVAL 1. Remove canopy by pulling forward. 2. Release the two (2) latches on the top of the fireplace by pulling forward and up. Figure 55 3. Tilt glass frame out and lift glass frame up and away. 4. -
Page 41: Rockwool Placement
ROCk WOOL PLACEMENT 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace ROCk WOOL PLACEMENT 2. For best results in flame appearance and operation, pull the rock wool apart into dime-sized pieces or smaller. 1. Your fireplace was supplied with three (3) 8-gram bags Cover the entire ported surface of the burner with one of rock wool embers: Use one (1) 8 gram bag or rock thin layer of rock wool. -
Page 42: Log Placement
LOG PLACEMENT 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace LOG PLACEMENT 1. Place rear log (#1) on the two (2) pins on the false hearth in the back of the firebox. The log should rest firmly on the mounting pins. Figure 58 Rear Log #1 Figure 58 LG1177 Bottom Left... -
Page 43: Lava Rock And Ember Placement
LOG PLACEMENT 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace 3. Bend the tab in the center front of the false hearth up to a 90° angle. Figure 60. Place the top log (#4) by resting the square notch located on the bottom of the log over the tab mentioned above. -
Page 44: Cleaning And Maintenance
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace Thermocouple Turn off gas before servicing fireplace. It Thermopile is recommended that a qualified service technician perform these check-ups at the beginning of each heating season. BURNER, PILOT AND CONTROL COMPART- MENT Keep the control compartment, logs, and burner areas surrounding the logs clean by vacuuming or brushing at Millivolt Control least twice a year. -
Page 45: Vent System
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace LOGS VENT SYSTEM Leave logs installed in the fireplace for cleaning. Vacuum The fireplace and venting system should be inspected surface of the logs with a brush attachment. If logs must be before initial use and at least annually by a qualified field removed for cleaning, handle carefully by holding gently at service person. -
Page 46: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace MILLIVOLT STANDING PILOT IGNITION SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION 1. Spark ignitor will A. Wire disconnected. A. Open door and check to make sure wire is connected to not light pilot after ignitor. repeated triggering B. Defective ignitor. B. -
Page 47: Ipi System
TROUBLESHOOTING 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace IPI SYSTEM OPERATION ACTION FAULT DIAGNOSIS Using Battery polarity wrong? Re-install batteries battery? Make sure Install batteries and/or control board Battery voltage low? Change batteries plug in the AC adapter is connected No beep in about to wire 5 seconds harness to... -
Page 48: All Control/Pilot Systems
TROUBLESHOOTING 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace Tous les systèmes de contrôle / pilotes SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION 1. The pilot and main A. Check for flue product leak. Replace defective pipe sec- A. Inner vent pipe leaking burner extinguish tion. exhaust gases back into while in operation system B. -
Page 49: Replacement Parts
REPLACEMENT PARTS 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace Firebox Components Ref. Description qty. 36CFDV Standard Features Junction Box Assy. 26D2128K Glass Frame Assy. 20305406K 5832 Factory Installed Service Parts 36CDVR firebox pts Thermostat Sensor for Blower 26D2870 Firebrick - Cottage Clay Rear 20305737K Left 20305739K... -
Page 50: Logs
REPLACEMENT PARTS 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace Logs Item Description 36CFDV Rear Log #1 54D0117 Bottom Left Log #2 54D0118 5832 Bottom Right Log #3 54D0119 36cfdv log parts Top Log #4 54D0120 20305832... -
Page 51: Standing Pilot - Millivolt Control
REPLACEMENT PARTS 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace Standing Pilot – Millivolt Control Ref. Description qty. 36CFDVNV 36CFDVPV Burner Assy. 20305397K 20305397K Burner Tube 20305364K 20305364K Gas Valve Assy. 37D0117 37D0118 Pilot Assy. 37D0018K 37D0019K Replacement Thermocouple 24D0808 24D0808 Replacement Igniter and Wire... -
Page 52: Ipi System
REPLACEMENT PARTS 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace IPI System Ref. Description qty. 36CFDVNI 36CFDVPI Burner Assy. 20305397K 20305397K Burner Tube 20305454K 20305454K Gas Valve Assy. 95E0101 95E0102 Pilot Assy. 95E0103 95E0104 Control Board 95E0108 95E0109 Control Box 95E0100 95E0100 Injector 59D0062 20H3146 Flexhose w/Shut-Off Valve 69D0030... -
Page 53: Venting Components
VENTING COMPONENTS 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace Vertical Venting Description Model Number Vertical Vent Termination Kits Vertical Vent Termination w/ Storm Collar 7TDVSKV (flashing NOT included) Vertical Vent Termination w/ Storm Collar - 8 pack 7TDVSKV/8 (flashing NOT included) Vertical Vent Termination w/ 1/12 - 6/12 Flashing, Storm 7TDVSKVA* Collar and Ceiling Support Kit Vertical Vent Termination w/ 6/12 - 12/12 Flashing,... -
Page 54: Horizontal Venting
VENTING COMPONENTS 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace Horizontal Venting Description Model Number Horizontal Vent Termination Kits Rear Vent Hot Touch Termination Kit w/ 10" to 16" 7TBRHTK Adjustable Termination Pipe, Firestop, and Hot Touch Termination w/ Siding Shield Up and Out Side Wall Termination Kit w/ 10" to 16" 7TDVSCTK Adjustable Termination Pipe, 90°... -
Page 55: Optional Accessories
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace There are a variety optional accessories available for Porcelain Panels Porcelain Panel, Rear 20305407K the 36CFDV Direct Vent Fireplace. Porcelain panels are available as an alternative to the firebrick provided with your Porcelain Panel, Side (2) 20305408K fireplace. - Page 56 36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace 20305832...
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Page 58: Massachusetts Requirements
36CFDV Series Gas Fireplace Massachusetts Residents Only — Please read and follow these special requirements NOTE REGARDING VENTED PRODUCTS 2. Approved Carbon Monoxide Detectors. Each carbon This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above when installed within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. -
Page 59: Warranty
Vermont Castings Group in the appliance are found to be defective in materials or workmanship, Vermont Castings Group will, at its option, replace or repair the defective components at no charge to the original owner. Vermont Castings Group will also pay for reasonable labor costs incurred in replacing or repairing such components for a period of two years from date of installation. -
Page 60: Efficiencies
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