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INSTALLER:
Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER:
Retain this manual for future reference.
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly
could result in serious injury, death, or
property damage.
— 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.
•
Leave the building immediately.
•
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 qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
DANGER
A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the
hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall
be installed for the protection of children and other at-risk
individuals.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
(SEE HOMEOWNER MANUAL FOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS)
WARNING
HOT GLASS
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER
ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
ZERO CLEARANCE GAS
FIREPLACE HEATER SERIES
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.
WILL
GLASS
DIRECT VENT
DVCT36CFP95(N,P)-1
DVCT40CFP95(N,P)-1
UL FILE NO. MH30033
This fireplace is design
certified in accordance
with American National
Standard/CSA Standard
ANSI Z21.88/CSA 2.33
and by Underwriters
Laboratories as a Direct
Vent Gas Fireplace
Heater and shall be
installed according to
these instructions.
:
GAS-FIRED
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Page 1: Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (SEE HOMEOWNER MANUAL FOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS) INSTALLER: DIRECT VENT Leave this manual with the appliance. ZERO CLEARANCE GAS CONSUMER: FIREPLACE HEATER SERIES Retain this manual for future reference. DVCT36CFP95(N,P)-1 DVCT40CFP95(N,P)-1 WARNING FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury, death, or property damage. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE PAGE STANDARD WORK CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU START CARTON CONTENTS AND HARDWARE INTRODUCTION HOMEOWNER REFERENCE INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS ACCESSORIES FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS BLOWER INSTALLATION CLEARANCES VENT TERMINAL CLEARANCES GAS SUPPLY LOCATING FIREPLACE ELECTRICAL CONSIDERATIONS WIRING DIAGRAM INSTALLATION FRAMING AND FINISHING VENT SYSTEM IDENTIFICATION SPECIAL VENT SYSTEMS VENTING FIREPLACE - TOP... -
Page 3: Standard Work Checklist
____________________ appliance and given to party responsible for use and operation......... ____________________ Started Appliance and verified no gas leaks exist............... Empire recommends the following: • Photograph the installation and copying this checklist for your file. • Keep this checklist visible on the fireplace until the installation is complete. -
Page 4: Before You Start
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result a heat source. in death or serious injury. If you install a television above this fireplace, Empire Comfort WARNING Systems accepts no responsibility for damage or injuries. Follow the television manufacturer’s installation instructions, including any Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could recommendations regarding proximity to heat sources. - Page 5 BEFORE YOU START Preparation Accessories This fireplace and its components are safe when installed in Most accessories install much more easily before fitting the fireplace accordance with this Manual. Report any parts damaged in shipment to the opening. to your dealer. Do not install the fireplace with damaged, incomplete For example, it takes just 10-15 minutes to install the blower through or substitute parts.
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Page 6: Carton Contents And Hardware
CARTON CONTENTS AND HARDWARE Under Pallet Rock Rock wool wool IMAGE NOT TO SCALE NOTE: RE-INSTALL SCREWS AFTER UNPACK CARTON CONTENTS INDEX QUANTITY DESCRIPTION NUMBER SUPPLIED Unit Log Set Assembly AAA Batteries AA Batteries Rockwool 2 Bags Drywall Screws Non-Combustible Board (on pallet) Remote Battery Holder &... -
Page 7: Introduction
Generally, input should be reduced 4 percent for each 1000 feet above sea level. However, if the heating value of the gas has been reduced, this general rule may not apply. Check with Empire Comfort System’s local gas utility for proper orifice size identification. High Altitude (CANADA) -
Page 8: Specifications
35w Clear Halogen, Bi-Pin 6.35mm base,120vac, UL ACCESSORIES The following accessory parts can be obtained from your Empire Comfort Systems dealer. For additional information beyond what your dealer can furnish, contact Empire Comfort Systems Inc., 918 Freeburg Ave., Belleville, Illinois 62220-2623. -
Page 9: Fireplace Dimensions
FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS Figure 1 DIMENSION IN INCHES INDEX DIMENSION DESCRIPTION LETTER DVCT36 DVCT40 The maximum height of fireplace face 40 3/4 42 3/4 The maximum width of the fireplace face The maximum depth of the fireplace 22 1/8 The height of the fireplace opening 34 1/2 36 1/2 The width of the fireplace opening... -
Page 10: Blower Installation
BLOWER INSTALLATION CAUTION: Sharp edges. Use protective gloves when installing. Bench Installation Remove Blower Access Panels (Figure 2). TO WIRE ASSEMBLY (MODULE) TO WIRE ASSEMBLY (MODULE) Figure 5 Replace Blower Access Panels removed in step 1 (Figure1). Figure 2 Installation After Placement of Unit in Wall Place Blowers onto blower brackets. - Page 11 BLOWER INSTALLATION Remove burner base. (Figure 8) Bend tab as shown in (Figure 11) and secure with (2) screws. HAND BEND TAB INWARD HAND BEND TAB INWARD Figure 11 Figure 8 Remove protective connectors on Wire Assembly from fireplace and discard. Connect Wire Harness to both blowers Remove Blower Brackets by taking out (6) screws each.
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Page 12: Clearances
CLEARANCES Mantel Chart Clearance to Combustibles CEILING Dim. in inches Back COMBUSTIBLES Side ALLOWED Floor WALL FACING Top of Unit Top Framing Edge 35” WALL 10” MIN. STUD 22” MIN. SEE MANTEL CHART FOR MAXIMUM MANTEL DEPTH FINISHED WALL (COMBUSTIBLE) 12”... -
Page 13: Vent Terminal Clearances
Clearances are to heat resistant material (i.e. wood, metal). This number of offsets and horizontal vent length. does not include vinyl. Empire Comfort Systems Inc. will not be held Since it is very important that the venting system maintain its balance... - Page 14 Clearances are to heat resistant material (i.e. wood, metal). This of the following shall be indicated: does not include vinyl. Empire Comfort Systems Inc. will not be held responsible for heat damage caused from terminating under Clearance in accordance with local installation codes and the requirements of the gas supplier.
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Page 15: Gas Supply
GAS SUPPLY NOTICE: The gas controls are equipped with a captured screw- The gas pipeline can be brought in through the right side of the fireplace. The fireplace has a Flexline with shut-off valve located type pressure test point. It is not necessary to provide a 1/8-inch on the left side when facing the fireplace. -
Page 16: Locating Fireplace
LOCATING FIREPLACE NOTE: When installing this appliance against an exterior wall, insulate to applicable insulation codes. CABINET CORNER INSTALLATION INSTALLATION NOTE: Island and Room Divider installation is possible as long ISLAND as the horizontal portion of the FLUSH WALL INSTALLATION INSTALLATION vent system does not exceed 18 feet with a minimum vertical run... -
Page 17: Wiring Diagram
COMPONENT WIRING DIAGRAM TO LIGHTS COMBUSTION BLOWER USER INTERFACE/ PILOT BATTERY HOLDER GREEN ORANGE YELLOW AUX. SPLIT FLOW SOLENOID WHITE BLACK BLOWER GAS CONTROL VALVE LOOP WHITE ORANGE BLACK TO JUNCTION WHITE GREEN Figure 25 INDEX NUMBER DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER WIRE HARNESS, ACCENT LIGHT TERMINATION R12269 WIRE ASSEMBLY, MODULE TO INTERFACE... -
Page 18: Installation
INSTALLATION Rough Opening for Floor Level Installation Figure 28 Rough Opening for Installing in Corner Figure 30 The fireplace can be mounted on any of the following surfaces: A flat, hard combustible or non-combustible surface. A raised wooden platform. Four corner supports. (Example: Four concrete masonry blocks.) These supports must be positioned so they contact all four perimeter edges on the bottom of the fireplace, if allowed by local codes. - Page 19 INSTALLATION NAILING FLANGES NAILING FLANGES FOR 1/2” DRYWALL SECURED IN PLACE FOR 5/8” DRYWALL Figure 31 Figure 32 FLUSH WALL INSTALLATION FINISHED WALL NONCOMBUSTIBLE FRAMING FINISHED BOARD INSTALLED HEADER WALL NONCOMBUSTIBLE OVER APPLIANCE BOARD INSTALLED OVER APPLIANCE 11” Figure 33 Figure 34 WARNING CAUTION...
- Page 20 INSTALLATION Horizontal Vent Clearance ATTENTION: Cold climate installation recommendation: When For horizontal vent, maintain 1 inch of clearance to the bottom installing this unit against an exterior wall, the exterior wall must and sides of vent, and 3 inches of clearance to combustibles be insulated to conform to applicable insulation codes.
- Page 21 INSTALLATION VERTICAL, 90 DEGREE ELBOW TO HORIZONTAL VERTICAL, 90 DEGREE ELBOW WITH OUT THE WALL HORIZONTAL TERMINATION (12 inch minimum rise before elbow) 3” (76mm) MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES NO COMBUSTIBLES ALLOWED IN SHADED AREA VENT CAP/ 12” Rise Required THIMBLE WALL FIRESTOP/ SPACER...
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Page 22: Framing And Finishing
VENT FRAMING Installing Support Brackets Install a horizontal pipe support used for each 3 feet of horizontal run to framing members. Allow 3 inches of clearance to combustibles above 5x8 inch diameter pipe and elbows and 1 inch of clearance on both sides and bottom. - Page 23 VENT FRAMING Vertical Firestops Vertical runs which pass through ceilings require 1 ceiling firestop at the hole in each ceiling through which the vent passes. Position a plumb bob directly over the center of the vertical vent component and mark the ceiling to establish the center point of the vent.
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Page 24: Vent System Identification
45° ELBOW FLASHING 90° ELBOW CEILING FIRE STOP Special DV Vent Kits Available from Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. dealers. WALL STRAP Direct-Vent Fireplace Vent Kit for Rear Vent, 6 to 12 inch wall thickness, Includes 58DVA-06, DVVK-5RP PIPE LENGTH 58DVA-WT, and 58DVAHC... -
Page 25: Venting Fireplace - Top
VENTING FIREPLACE Example of possible venting systems using two 90° elbows: Damper Adjustment V is listed as minimum vertical dimensions and H1 + H2 is listed This unit has an adjustable damper for use with vertically terminated as total of maximum horizontal dimensions. The maximum units only. - Page 26 VENTING FIREPLACE Positioning the Fireplace Below - Grade Installation Determine the exact position of the appliance so the direct-vent When it is not possible to meet the required vent termination termination will be centered (if possible) between two studs. This clearances of 12 inch (305 mm) above grade level, a snorkel kit is will avoid any extra framing.
- Page 27 VENTING FIREPLACE EXAMPLE A: Long Vertical This fireplace vents out of the top only, but allows for a horizontal or a vertical vent termination. This fireplace requires a minimum The vertical dimension from the floor to the center line of the 12-inch vertical vent pipe before any horizontal venting.
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Page 28: Top Vent - Horizontal Termination
HORIZONTAL TERMINATION One 90° Elbow Two 90° Elbows NOTE: Subtract 3 feet from the total horizontal measurement for INSTALLED VERTICALLY each 90° elbow installed horizontally. Subtract 1-1/2 feet from the total horizontal measurement for each 45° elbow installed hori- zontally. INSTALLED 1’... -
Page 29: Top Vent - Vertical Termination
VERTICAL TERMINATION No Elbows Three 90° Elbows NOTE: Subtract 3 feet from the total horizontal measurement for each 90° elbow installed horizontally. Subtract 1-1/2 feet from the total horizontal measurement for each 45° elbow installed horizontally. DIMENSIONS (In Feet) MINIMUM MAXIMUM Figure 60 EXAMPLE VENT RUNS... -
Page 30: Vertical Termination
VERTICAL TERMINATION General Maintenance Locate and mark the center point of the vent pipe using a nail on Inspect venting system semi-annually as follows: the underside of the roof. Drive the nail through the center point. 1. Check for corrosion areas of the venting system exposed to Mark the outline of the roof hole around this center point. - Page 31 VERTICAL TERMINATION Vertical Through the Roof Applications 24” MINIMUM Your Gas Fireplace has been approved for: CLEARANCE TO a) Vertical installations up to 40 feet in height. COMBUSTIBLES b) Two sets of 45 degree elbow offsets within these vertical NATURAL OR installations.
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Page 32: Flex Vent Instructions
DVVK-5F FLEX VENT INSTRUCTIONS The DVVK-5F FLEX VENT KIT includes the following components: • (1) Horizontal Termination Cap • (1) 4-foot section of Flex vent with spacers (5” flue/8” outer pipe) with flue adapter collar • (1) Wall Firestop/Thimble Assembly •... - Page 33 DVVK-5F FLEX VENT INSTRUCTIONS Prior to making the vent connections, apply high temperature sealant (1000°F min.) to the vent connections before securing with the band clamps provided. Note: the flue pipe end without the adapter is to be installed to the Termination Cap. 10.
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Page 34: Log Identification
LOG IDENTIFICATION DVCT36 DVCT40 FRONT PART# PART# 37262 37068 Ember Bed (A) Ember Bed (A) 37714 37078 Log (B) Log (B) 37712 37076 Ember Bed (C) Ember Bed (C) 37713 37077 Ember Bed (D) Ember Bed (D) 37715 37079 Log (E) Log (E) 37716 37080... - Page 35 LOG IDENTIFICATION DVCT36 DVCT40 FRONT PART# PART# 37718 37082 Log (H) Log (H) 37719 37083 Log (I) Log (I) 37720 37084 Log (J) Log (J) 37721 37085 Log (K) Log (K) 37722 37086 Log (L) Log (L) 37723 37087 Log (M) Log (M) 37724 37088...
- Page 36 LOG AND EMBER PLACEMENT Burner Pin Location NOTE: Install liners before logs. See separate Liner Installation manual for details. CAUTION: This fireplace is supplied with a set of fourteen ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands.
- Page 37 LOG AND EMBER PLACEMENT Place Ember Bed A onto burner pins 3 and 4. 37742-0-1116 Page 37...
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Page 38: Log Placement
LOG PLACEMENT Place Log B onto burner pins 1 and 2. Page 38 37742-0-1116... - Page 39 LOG PLACEMENT Place Ember Bed C on the left rear of the burner pan and next to log B. The angle on the bottom of the ember must match up with the angle of the burner pan. 37742-0-1116 Page 39...
- Page 40 LOG PLACEMENT Place Ember Bed D under the right side of Log B. The angle on the bottom of the ember must match up with the angle of the burner pan. Page 40 37742-0-1116...
- Page 41 LOG PLACEMENT Place decorative rocks across burner base in front of the burner tube. Do not cover burner ports. 37742-0-1116 Page 41...
- Page 42 LOG PLACEMENT Place the glowing embers on the burner tubes covering all ports. Place embers on Ember Bed A as shown. You may press some embers onto the front side of Log B. Page 42 37742-0-1116...
- Page 43 LOG PLACEMENT Place Log E onto burner pin 5 and the pin on Ember Bed A. 37742-0-1116 Page 43...
- Page 44 LOG PLACEMENT Place Log F onto the left pin on Log B and the pin on Log E. Page 44 37742-0-1116...
- Page 45 LOG PLACEMENT Place Log G onto the front pin on Log F. Carefully rotate Log G behind Log E until it rests on Ember Bed A. 37742-0-1116 Page 45...
- Page 46 LOG PLACEMENT 10 Place Log H onto the rear pin on Log F and angle down to Log C. Page 46 37742-0-1116...
- Page 47 LOG PLACEMENT 11. Place Log I onto burner pin 6 and onto Ember Bed A. NOTE: Log J will finalize the placement of Log I. 37742-0-1116 Page 47...
- Page 48 LOG PLACEMENT 12. Place Log J onto the pin on Log D. Adjust Logs I and J so the pin on Log I fits into Log J. Page 48 37742-0-1116...
- Page 49 LOG PLACEMENT 13. Place Log K onto the pin on Log J and angle down to the right front corner of the burner. 37742-0-1116 Page 49...
- Page 50 LOG PLACEMENT 14. Place Log L over the front burner tube and on Ember Bed A. Page 50 37742-0-1116...
- Page 51 LOG PLACEMENT 15. Place Log N over the front of the burner tube and on Ember Bed A. 37742-0-1116 Page 51...
- Page 52 LOG PLACEMENT 16. Place Log M on the left front of the burner pan and under the lower portion of Log E Page 52 37742-0-1116...
- Page 53 LOG PLACEMENT 17. Place additional decorative rocks and embers in any empty areas around the burner as desired. DO NOT cover burner ports. The log set is complete. 37742-0-1116 Page 53...
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Page 54: Air Shutter Adjustment
AIR SHUTTER ADJUSTMENT This Unit Is Equipped With Adjustable Air Shutters (2). 3. Replace glass door. See maintenance and service section of this manual. The air shuttters may be adjusted externally while unit is burning. The unit is sent out with the recommended setting, but may need 4. - Page 55 THIS PAGE IS INTENTIALLY LEFT BLANK 37742-0-1116 Page 55...
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Page 56: Control System Troubleshooting
CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING If the IFC is signaling lock out: The Verify the electrical connections’ integrity and board should be unlocked to make sure they are in accordance with the relevant reinitiate a pilot flame ignition (for Is the IFC board in system wiring diagram. - Page 57 CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING Replace IFC board. Main burner lights when the pilot only Replace the gas valve. should light. Verify the pilot flame fully engulfs the tip of the sense electrode. If not, replace the pilot assembly. Replace the pilot assembly. Carefully clean the electrical connections of the sense cable and the IFC board sense cable connection.
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Page 58: Valve Compartment Access
ACCESSING VALVE COMPARTMENT Accessing Valve Compartment 3. Remove the top liner bracket and top liner 1. Remove the following items (Figure 78): (Figures 80 and 81). • Barrier Screen (See Maintenance and Service section for Instructions). • Glass Frame Assembly (See Maintenance and Service section for Instructions). -
Page 59: Testing Gas Supply
TESTING THE GAS SUPPLY PRESSURE Natural gas will have a manifold pressure of approximately 3.5 inches w.c. at the pressure regulator outlet with the inlet pressure to the pressure regulator from a minimum of 4.5 inches w.c. for the purpose of input adjustment to a maximum of 14 inches w.c. Propane gas will have a manifold pressure approximately 10.0 inches w.c. -
Page 60: Exploded View
EXPLODED VIEW 42 41 Page 60 37742-0-1116... -
Page 61: Parts List
PARTS LIST INDEX DVCT36 DVCT40 INDEX DVCT36 DVCT40 DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION PART# PART# PART# PART# 37247 34719 34746 34746 OUTER WRAPPER TOP PILOT BRACKET R12319 R12339 R12167 INSULATION TOP (2) BURNER TUBE - FRONT R12344 R12320 INSULATION TOP, CENTER 37254 34780 BURNER BASE ASSEMBLY 37335 37510... -
Page 62: Maintenance And Service
2. Remove old light bulb and replace with a new one. (See Figure 88) NOTE: You may order light bulbs from your local Empire dealer or purchase them from your local hardware store. LIGHT BULB SPECIFICATIONS 35w Clear Halogen, Bi-Pin 6.35mm base,120vac, UL... -
Page 63: Important Safety Information
Empire. See parts list on Pages 56 - 61 for hot surfaces. ordering. •... - Page 64 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION - INSTALLER Maintenance Precautions For the Installer Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service • Leave these instructions with the homeowner. person. The fireplace should be inspected before use and at least • Replace any guard or protective device removed for annually by a qualified service person.
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Page 65: Requirements For Massachusetts
REQUIREMENTS FOR MASSACHUSETTS For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment 4. INSPECTION. The state or local gas inspector of the installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment shall whole or in part for residential purposes, including those not approve the installation unless, upon inspection, the owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the inspector observes carbon monoxide detectors and sig-... -
Page 66: Master Parts Distributor List
MASTER PARTS DISTRIBUTOR LIST To Order Parts Under Warranty, please contact your local Empire dealer. See the dealer locator at www.empirecomfort. com. To provide warranty service, your dealer will need your name and address, purchase date and serial number, and the nature of the problem with the unit. -
Page 67: Appliance Service History
APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service Performed/Notes 37742-0-1116 Page 67... -
Page 68: Warranty
WARRANTY Empire Comfort Systems Inc. warranties this hearth product to be free from defects at the time of purchase and for the periods speci- fied below. Hearth products must be installed by a qualified technician and must be maintained and operated safely, in accordance with the instructions in the owner’s manual.