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FMI (V)DVF36 Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

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OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
Peninsula Model
Shown
TPNA-A(-HA)/TPNPA-A/TPNEA-A/TPNPEA-A
TSTA-A(-HA)/TSTPA-A/TSTEA-A/TSTPEA-A
WARNING: If the information in this manual is 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.
— 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.
— Installation and service must be performed by a quali-
fied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
For more information, visit www.fmiproducts.com
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE
PENINSULA MODELS (V)DVF36
SEE-THRU MODELS (V)DVF36
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  • Page 1 DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL ® Peninsula Model Shown PENINSULA MODELS (V)DVF36 TPNA-A(-HA)/TPNPA-A/TPNEA-A/TPNPEA-A SEE-THRU MODELS (V)DVF36 TSTA-A(-HA)/TSTPA-A/TSTEA-A/TSTPEA-A WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. —...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety ..............2 Operating Guidelines and Maintenance .... 28 Dimensions ............6 Operation ............30 Pre-Installation Preparation ......... 7 Specifications ............ 31 General Venting ..........10 Troubleshooting ..........32 Requirements for the Commonwealth of Wiring Diagrams ..........34 Massachusetts...........
  • Page 3 • The FMI PRODUCTS, LLC warranty will noncirculating operation. be voided by and FMI PRODUCTS, LLC Fan Kit model DVFFBK are available for these disclaims any responsibility for the follow- units as an option. If you are uncertain as to...
  • Page 4 SAFETY Continued WARNING: Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with this fireplace. WARNING: 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.
  • Page 5 SAFETY Continued 1. For propane/LP fireplace, do not place 6. Have venting system inspected annu- propane/LP supply tank(s) inside any ally by a qualified service person. If structure. Locate propane/LP supply needed, have venting system cleaned or tank(s) outdoors. To prevent performance repaired.

  • Page 6: Dimensions

    DIMENSIONS BACK VIEW TOP VIEW (Left Side) (Back) " 24" " (Front) "ø "ø " " (Right Side) " " 3" 3" 1" " RIGHT SIDE FRONT VIEW " 30" (Opening) " 32" " " (Opening) (Opening) 25" " Figure 1 - Peninsula Dimensions TOP VIEW BACK VIEW (Left Side)

  • Page 7: Pre-Installation Preparation

    REQUIREMENTS Minimum clearances to combustibles for fireplace are as follows: Determine the safest and most efficient loca- tion for your FMI PRODUCTS, LLC direct-vent *Back and sides of surround 0" fireplace. Make sure that rafters and wall Vent Surfaces (side and bottom) 1"...
  • Page 8 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued FRAMING Drywall Combustible Material Once final location has been determined, Left Side TOP VIEW observing clearances for vent termination, 0" Surround you may construct framing using dimensions (0" Min.) shown in Figures 7 thru 13 depending on your particular installation 2 x 4 Stud...
  • Page 9 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued The gas supply line may be connected through side framing or alternately through lower sub- flooring or a platform base if provided (see Figures 10 and 11). Depending on installation, refer to appropriate illustrations. Figure 11 - Alternate Gas Supply "...

  • Page 10: General Venting

    GENERAL VENTING These models are approved for use with FMI termination is required. PRODUCTS, LLC 5"-8" Series, rigid type • There must not be any obstruction such direct vent pipe as supplied by FMI PROD- as bushes, garden sheds, fences, decks, UCTS, LLC or with approved types of flexible or utility buildings within 24"...

  • Page 11: General Venting

    GENERAL VENTING Continued Fixed Openable Fixed Closed Closed Openable TERMINATION CAP GAS METER RESTRICTED AREA AIR SUPPLY INLET (TERMINATION PROHIBITED) A = clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or I = clearance to service regulator vent outlet [*72" (182.9 cm) minimum] balcony [*12"...

  • Page 12: Requirements For The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

    REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS INSPECTION For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or The state or local gas inspector of the side structure used in whole or in part for residential wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment purposes, including those owned or operated by shall not approve the installation unless, upon...

  • Page 13: Venting Installation

    You may use one or two 90° • Installation of any component part not manufac- elbows in this vent configuration. See Vertical tured or approved by FMI PRODUCTS, LLC Termination Configurations on page 19. • Installation other than as instructed by Note: You may use two 45°...
  • Page 14 VENTING INSTALLATION Snorkel Continued provide a minimum of 1 foot of vertical rise for 90º every 3 feet of horizontal run. The maximum 1' Minimum horizontal run is 20' with 8' vertical rise (see 12" Minimum Installation for Horizontal Termination). The maximum vertical run is 30' (see Installation for Vertical Termination, page 17).
  • Page 15 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Vent Opening Combustible Wall " Inside Framing " " Female Locking Lugs (Framing Detail) Vent Opening Noncombustible Wall Male Slots " Figure 18 - Vent Opening Requirements Rigid Vent Pipe Vent Cap Figure 17 - Vent Pipe Connections 4.
  • Page 16 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Interior Wall Surface Cut Vinyl Siding Interior Wall Firestop Away to Fit Standoff (Combustible Exterior Wall Only) Standoff Horizontal Wood Vent Vent Pipe Screw Screw Bolt Vent Cap (Horizontal Apply Mastic to Termination) All Four Sides Figure 21 - Connecting Vent Cap with Figure 20 - Installing Vinyl Siding Horizontal Vent Pipe Standoff (Combustible Exterior Wall)
  • Page 17 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Note: Pay special attention to these instal- lation instructions for required clearances (air space) to combustibles when passing 45° Starter through ceilings, walls, roofs, enclosures, Elbow attic rafters, etc. Do not pack air spaces with insulation. Also note maximum vertical rise of venting system and any maximum horizontal offset limitations.
  • Page 18 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued 4. Connect a section of pipe and extend Flat Ceiling Installation up through hole. If an offset is needed to 1. Cut a 12 " square hole in the ceiling us- avoid obstructions, you must support vent ing locating hole as a center point.
  • Page 19 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Cathedral Ceiling Installation Vertical Termination Configurations 1. Remove shingles or other roof covering as Figures 29 through 32 show four different necessary to cut rectangular hole for sup- configurations for vertical termination. These port box. Mark outline of cathedral ceiling minimum vertical rises are based on horizon- support box on roof sheathing using the tal runs with a minimum of 1/4"...
  • Page 20 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Any offset pitch of 45° or less must be considered horizontal and sized within the maximum allowable lengths listed in the fol- lowing examples. Vertical Venting V = 40' max. 45° Starter Elbow Note: Install restrictor into inner collar Note: Install restrictor of fireplace...
  • Page 21 2,000 feet, it is recommened that a These fireplaces can NOT be converted to 12" extension pipe be added before starter propane/LP gas. elbow (see Figure 33, page 20). PARTS LIST FOR FMI VENTING KITS AND COMPONENTS FMI (5"/8") Pipe & Vent Kits Number Description Number Description PA58-712 Adjustable 7"-12"...

  • Page 22: Fireplace Installation

    FIREPLACE INSTALLATION WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION CAUTION: Due to high tem- Since the (V)DVF36TPNEA/TSTEA series peratures, make sure wires are uses a 24 VAC current supplied from a transformer mounted on the ignition module not touching upper firebox. and is prewired for easy connection to a wall switch (see Figure 34).
  • Page 23 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued You may test blower for operation by turning Installing SKYTECH/WRC Model Remote control knob clockwise just until it clicks on Control (Electronic Models Only) which is the full on position. Adjust fan speed 1. Remove lower louver access panel in to lowest setting (this should be no more than fireplace (see step 1 of Wall Switch Instal- 1/4 of a turn clockwise).
  • Page 24 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued GAS LINE HOOK-UP 1. Install a sediment trap between incoming gas line and gas control valve (see Figure WARNING: Before you pro- 42). The sediment trap should extend down center of pipe. Refer to your local ceed, make sure your gas supply codes.
  • Page 25 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Pilot Pilot Gas Line WARNING: All gas piping Adjustment Cap Do Not Kink To Pilot and connections must be tested Burner ON/OFF for leaks after the installation Knob is completed. After ensuring that the gas valve is open, ap- 16AI To Main ply a soap and water solution...
  • Page 26 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued straight twig which is placed across top of logs “B”. 5. Figure 47 shows the top view of burner and grate. 6. Place logs “A” as shown in Figure 48. 7. Place logs “B” as shown in Figure 49. Lift Figure 46 - Log Set (9 Pieces) end of log “A”...

  • Page 27: Pilot/Electrode Assembly Adjustment

    FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued DECORATIVE FACING servicing. Use only heat resistant, noncom- bustible mortar or adhesive when securing Any noncombustible material may be used facing material. for facing (glass, tile, brick, etc.) as long as Note: Combustible material, such as wood, the proper clearances are observed (see that has been fireproofed is not considered Clearances, page 7).

  • Page 28: Operating Guidelines And Maintenance

    BURNER FLAME ADJUSTMENT Continued 2. Carefully remove log set intact and set aside (see Figure 55). Glass Door 3. Remove 2 screws holding burner to hearth pan. 4. Slide burner forward off orifice and turn to one side to clear opening in hearth pan. Be careful not to bend or damage pilot or ignitor element.
  • Page 29 OPERATING GUIDELINES AND MAINTENANCE Continued CLEANING AND REPLACING GLASS DOOR Hinge Note: Before proceeding, make sure unit is Screws completely cool. 1. Remove top and bottom louvers and screen assembly. Undo 4 latches and open glass door. The procedure is the Figure 56 - Removing Glass Door same for end louver panel but entire frame must be removed as one assembly.

  • Page 30: Operation

    OPERATION • Do not touch any electric switch; do FOR YOUR SAFETY not use any phone in your building. READ BEFORE LIGHTING • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the WARNING: If you do not fol- gas supplier’s instructions.

  • Page 31: Specifications

    OPERATION Continued ELECTRONIC SYSTEM From Gas LIGHTING Supply INSTRUCTIONS Main 1. STOP! Read the safety information Burner page 30. Flame 2. Set thermostat to lowest setting (if ap- Inlet Outlet Adjustment plicable). Pressure Pressure Knob 3. Turn off wall switch. 4.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn off fireplace, disconnect power if applicable and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair fireplace. CAUTION: Never use a wire, needle, or similar object to clean pilot. This can damage pilot unit. Note: The two most common causes of malfunctioning gas appliances are loose wiring con- nections and construction debris clogging pilot and/or control valve filter.

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed, 1. Defective ignitor 1. Replace ignitor if wire is there is no spark at pilot properly connected and you have no spark 2. Defective pilot or misaligned 2. Using a match, light pilot. If pi- electrode at pilot lot lights turn off pilot and push piezo again.

  • Page 34: Wiring Diagrams

    TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY No gas to main burner when 1. Wall switch wires defective 1. Check electrical connections wall switch and valve are set and replace wall switch to ON position Frequent main burner outage 1. Burner flame is too low 1.

  • Page 35: Service Hints

    You may have further questions about • pilot will not stay lit installation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at • burner will have delayed ignition 1-866-328-4537. When calling please have • fireplace will not produce specified heat your model and serial numbers of your •...

  • Page 36: Parts And Accessories

    PARTS AND ACCESSORIES MANUAL GAS CONTROL VALVE Natural - 14389 Propane/LP - 14390 Natural, Hi Altitude 117370-01 RECEIVER AND HAND-HELD ON/ Have a qualified technician replace part. OFF SKYTECH REMOTE CONTROL ELECTRONIC GAS KIT - WRC VALVE For electronic models. Allows fireplace to Natural - 14428 be turned on and off by using a hand-held Propane/LP - 14429...

  • Page 37: Parts And Accessories

    PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Continued END LOUVER KIT (Peninsula Only) Black - 01645 LOUVER KIT LOG SET - 27237 Black - 01627 Log Piece A - 27238 Log Piece B - 27239 Log Piece C - 27242 Log Piece D - 27240 Log Piece E - 27241 PIEZO IGNITOR - 097159-04 Front (Bottom)
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  • Page 40: Warranty

    This is FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s exclusive warranty, and to the full extent allowed by law; this express war- ranty excludes any and all other warranties, express or implied, written or verbal and limits the duration of any and all implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose to two (2) year on new products and 30 days on factory reconditioned products from the date of first purchase.

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