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DIRECT-VENT CORNER UNIT FIREPLACE
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
PFS
Model Shown
(V)DVF36TCR(-HA) AND (V)DVF36TCL(-HA)
(V)DVF36TCRP(E) AND (V)DVF36TCLP(E)
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not fol-
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
®
US
NATURAL GAS MODELS
(V)DVF36TCR(E) AND (V)DVF36TCL(E)
PROPANE/LP GAS MODELS
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- Page 1 DIRECT-VENT CORNER UNIT FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL ® Model Shown NATURAL GAS MODELS (V)DVF36TCR(E) AND (V)DVF36TCL(E) (V)DVF36TCR(-HA) AND (V)DVF36TCL(-HA) PROPANE/LP GAS MODELS (V)DVF36TCRP(E) AND (V)DVF36TCLP(E) WARNING: If the information in this manual is not fol- — WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS For more information, visit www.fmiproducts.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Information ..........2 Operating Fireplace ........... 26 Dimensions ............5 ............ 28 Pre-Installation Preparation ......... 5 Service Hints ............. 28 General Venting ........... 8 Technical Service..........28 Venting Installation Instructions ......10 Replacement Parts ..........28 Installation ............ - Page 3 FMI components are safe when installed according PRODUCTS, LLC products.
- Page 4 SAFETY INFORMATION 2. If you smell gas Continued WARNING: Do not allow fans any phone in your building neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions person should install, service or repair this 5. You must keep control compartments, burn- ers and circulating air passages clean. More frequent cleaning may be needed due to ex- cessive lint and dust from carpeting, bedding material, etc.
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Page 5: Dimensions
PREPARATION Keep control compartments accessible. REQUIREMENTS must be kept clear and free from combustible for your FMI PRODUCTS, LLC direct-vent Upper are not in the way of the venting system. Choose Louver a location where the heat output is not affected by Panel drafts, air conditioning ducts, windows or doors. - Page 6 PRE-INSTALLATION Left Side TOP VIEW 0" Surround PREPARATION (0" Min.) Continued materials. CLEARANCES Right Side Surround 2" (0" Min.) place are as follows: 36" Wall In Front Of Glass Back and Sides of Surround* 0" Perpendicular 36" Min. Wall 2" Min. Vent Surface (Side and Bottom) 1"...
- Page 7 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued holes on each side of the bottom of the unit where The gas supply line may be connected through the side framing or alternately through the lower Figures 8). Depending on installation, refer to appropriate illustrations. Figure 8 - Alternate Gas Supply Location "...
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Page 8: General Venting
GENERAL VENTING or garage. These models are approved for use with FMI PRODUCTS, LLC 5"-8" Series, rigid type direct zontal venting with no vertical run, a 1/4" rise vent pipe as supplied by FMI PRODUCTS, LLC for every 12" of run toward the termination is required. - Page 9 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) balcony [*12"...
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Page 10: Venting Installation Instructions
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS tured or approved by FMI PRODUCTS, LLC instructions WARNING: Read all instruc- Failure to do so could result in WARNING: Seal all connec- silicone every time a vent con- There are two basic types of direct-vent installation:... - Page 11 VENTING INSTALLATION Snorkel terminations are available for termina- tions requiring a vertical rise on the exterior of INSTRUCTIONS the building (see Figures 12 and 13). Snorkel Continued kits are available for rigid pipe applications only to provide a 14" rise and a 36" rise (see page 17).
- Page 12 VENTING INSTALLATION Apply a bead of non-hardening mastic around the outside INSTRUCTIONS edge of the vent cap. Position the vent cap in the Continued center of the hole on the exterior wall with the The female ends of the arrow on the vent cap pointing up. Attach the vent cap with four wood screws provided (see dentations).
- Page 13 VENTING INSTALLATION 45° Starter INSTRUCTIONS Elbow Continued Slide connecting horizontal run to vent cap (see Figure 18). Interior Wall Surface Wall Firestop Vertical (V) Horizontal (H) 49.5" min.* 17" max.* Vent Cap 60" min. 77" max. (Horizontal 72" min. 101" max. Termination) 84"...
- Page 14 VENTING INSTALLATION Lowest Listed Discharge INSTRUCTIONS Vent Cap Opening Continued Minimum Listed INSTALLATION FOR VERTICAL TERMINATION Vent Roof Pitch is x 12 Listed Clearance H (Min.) Height from Roof 1. Determine the route your vertical venting will Flat to 6/12 1.0' framing will obstruct the venting system, 6/12 to 7/12...
- Page 15 VENTING INSTALLATION Note: If the vent pipe passes through any occupied INSTRUCTIONS and closets, you must enclose pipe. You may frame Continued and sheetrock the enclosure with standard construc- tion material. Make sure and meet the minimum 2. Assemble the desired lengths of pipe and any of the required air spaces with insulation.
- Page 16 VENTING INSTALLATION Vertical (V) Horizontal (H) INSTRUCTIONS 5' min. 2' max. Continued 6' min. 4' max. 7' min. 6' max. 5. Complete the cathedral ceiling installation 8' min. 8' max. by following the same procedures outlined in 20' max. 8' max. steps 2 through 7 for Flat Ceiling Installation, page 14.
- Page 17 6" Section Double Wall Pipe, for your location. Galvanized Components and parts must be ordered by part PA58-712 Adjustable 7"-12" Section Double number through your local dealer or distributor. Wall Pipe, Galvanized FPA58-6 6" Dura Vent Collar to FMI Pipe Adaptor www.fmiproducts.com 112108-01D...
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Page 18: Installation
E58-90 90° Elbow, Galvanized FSE58-45 45° Starter Elbow (Dura Vent to 2. Connect the 18 gauge wires from wall switch FMI Pipe) to the gas control valve terminals marked TH FP-58 Firestop Plate and TPTH or to the ignition module using the... - Page 19 INSTALLATION REMOTE CONTROL INSTALLATION Continued Note: If using an optional wireless hand-held remote control, the wall switch is no longer operational. Glass Locating place (see step 1 of Wall Switch Installation, Holes page 18). 2. Disconnect wall switch wires from termi- nals marked TH and TPTH (see Figure 32, page 18).
- Page 20 INSTALLATION Battery Cover Continued Battery Remote Control Unit 12 Volt Cover Sensor Battery Pull to Remove Terminal Insulation Tab Wires Battery Figure 38 - Installing Battery in Hand- Housing Held Remote Control Unit (SKYTECH) 9-Volt Battery Figure 36 - Installing Battery in Hand- Held Remote Control Unit (HRC100) place (see step 1 of Wall Switch Installation, page 18).
- Page 21 INSTALLATION Continued IMPORTANT: The appliance and its individual for leaks after the installation shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig. (3.5 kPa). The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual equipment shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system...
- Page 22 INSTALLATION 5. Figure 45 shows top view of burner and grate. Continued 6. Place logs “A” as shown in Figure 46. Pilot Pilot Gas Line 7. Place logs “B” as shown in Figure 47, page Adjustment Cap Do Not Kink To Pilot 23.
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Page 23: Pilot/Electrode Assembly Adjustment
INSTALLATION DECORATIVE FACING Continued Any noncombustible material may be used for facing (glass, tile, brick, etc.) as long as proper 8. Take twigs “C” (shaped like a “Y”) and place clearances are observed (see Clearances, page them as shown in Figure 48. 6). -
Page 24: Burner Flame Adjustment
PILOT/ELECTRODE ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENT CORRECT Continued Long, Blue Flame with Yellow Tips The electrode is installed at the factory for proper INCORRECT positioning. However, alterations to the position CLOSE may have occurred due to shipping and handling. SHUTTER Short, Sharp, Blowing Flame and height is as shown in Figure 50. -
Page 25: Cleaning And Maintenance
BURNER FLAME WARNING: Make certain ADJUSTMENT Continued 5. To reinstall burner, follow reverse steps making sure air shutter on burner tube is WARNING: Children and 6. Replace log set. Close door and latch. Reattach screen and louvers. CAUTION: Make certain ori- air shutter and that air shutter is when they are in the same room CLEANING AND... -
Page 26: Operating Fireplace
CLEANING AND OPERATING FIREPLACE MAINTENANCE MILLIVOLT Continued FOR YOUR SAFETY 3. If replacement is necessary, the entire assem- bly (frame and glass) must be replaced. If glass is broken, wear gloves and tape remaining WARNING: If you do not fol- fragments onto the frame. - Page 27 OPERATING FIREPLACE 3. Remove control access panel. 4. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn Continued clockwise to OFF. Do not force. 5. Replace control access panel. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the ELECTRONIC safety information, page 28. If you don’t FOR YOUR SAFETY smell gas, go to the next step.
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Page 28: Service Hints
You may feel your gas pressure is too low. If so, From Gas contact your local gas supplier. Supply Main TECHNICAL SERVICE Burner You may have further questions about installation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact FMI Flame Inlet Outlet PRODUCTS, LLC’s Technical Service Department Adjustment Pressure Pressure at 1-866-328-4537. -
Page 29: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Note: The two most common causes of malfunctioning gas appliances are loose wiring connections Note: Before troubleshooting the system make sure gas shut off valve is open. MILLIVOLT SYSTEM REMEDY Pilot will not light 1. No gas supply, or shutoff valve 1. - Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed, 1. Defective ignitor 1. Replace ignitor if wire is prop- there is no spark at pilot erly 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.
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Page 31: Wiring Diagrams
TROUBLESHOOTING Continued REMEDY Burner will not stay lit 1. Loose wiring on ignition 1. Check ignition wire connec- module tion (see Wiring Diagrams) 2. Poor ground to ignition 2. Check ground wire connection module (see Wiring Diagrams) 3. Main burner flame too low to sense check gas supply and inlet sembly if necessary... -
Page 32: Parts And Accessories
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES ORIFICE MANUAL GAS CONTROL VALVE required. For millivolt models. Allows the gas log heater to be turned on and off by using a hand-held remote control. ELECTRONIC GAS VALVE required. For electronic models. Allows the gas log heater to be turned on and off by using a hand-held remote control. - Page 33 PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Continued For all models. Increases air circulation to maxi- mize heat distribution. www.fmiproducts.com 112108-01D...
- Page 34 PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Continued Front (Bottom) FENWAL AUTOMATIC IGNITION SYSTEM Left/Right (Bottom) Rear Face www.fmiproducts.com 112108-01D...
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- Page 36 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 FMI PRODUCTS, LLC makes no other warranties regarding this product.
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