Temco 33TDVN Installation Instructions And Homeowner's Manual

Builder top vent direct vent zero clearance gas fireplace heater

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INSTALLER/CONSUMER
SAFETY INFORMATION
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL
BEFORE INSTALLING AND
USING APPLIANCE
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.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Installation and service must
be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electric switch;
do not use any phone in your
building.
Immediately call your gas
supplier from your neighbor's
phone. Follow the gas suppliers
instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas
supplier call the fire department.
DO NOT STORE OR USE
GASOLINE OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF
THIS OR ANY OTHER
APPLIANCE.
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.
Builder Top Vent Direct
Vent Zero Clearance Gas
Fireplace Heater
Models:
33TDVN, 36TDVN, 39TDVN
Installation Instructions and
Homeowner's Manual
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
7636
TDVN cover
5/04
C E RT I F I E D
20007636 5/08 Rev. 9

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  • Page 1 Builder Top Vent Direct Vent Zero Clearance Gas Fireplace Heater Models: 33TDVN, 36TDVN, 39TDVN Installation Instructions and Homeowner’s Manual 7636 TDVN cover 5/04 INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    How to Use the Vent Graph ...13 Vertical Sidewall Applications & Installation ...13 Below Grade Installations..17 Vertical Through-the-Roof Applications & Installation ...18 Vertical Restrictor Plate (33TDVN only) ...19 Venting Components ...21 Operating Instructions Glass Information ...22 Louvre Removal ...22 Window Frame Assembly Removal ...22...
  • Page 3: Installation & Operating Instructions

    California Health & Safety Code Sec. 25249.6 For high altitude installations, refer to Unit Adjustment on Page 32. TDVN Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 33TDVN / 36TDVN / 39TDVN Certified To Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters IMPORTANT:...
  • Page 4: Requirements For The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

    TDVN Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Installation & Operating Instructions Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts All gas fitting and installation of this heater shall only be done by a licensed gas fitter or licensed plumber. For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the...
  • Page 5: Fireplace Dimensions

    Fig. 1 Fireplace specifications and framing dimensions. Ref. 20007636 Fireplace Dimensions Rough Opening Depth N- Rough Opening Width Rough Opening Height Gas Line Access 33TDVN 36TDVN 33” (838 mm) 36” (914 mm) 28⁷⁄₈” (733 mm) 34¹⁄₄” (870 mm) 31” (787 mm) 33”...
  • Page 6: Locating Your Fireplace

    9¹⁄₂” (241 mm) View 6” (152 mm) 7¹⁄₂” (191 mm) 4” (101 mm) 5¹⁄₂” (140 mm) 2” (51 mm) 3¹⁄₂” (89 mm) CFM146 33TDVN 17” (432 mm) 15” (381 mm) 13” (330 mm) 11” (279 mm) 9” (229 mm) CFM170 20007636...
  • Page 7: Hearth

    DO NOT cover any vent or grille panels. If a Trim Kit is going to be installed on the fireplace, the brick or tile will have to be installed flush with the edges of the appliance. Model 33TDVN 33TDVP 33TDVDSN Nat 33TDVDSP Prop 36TDVN...
  • Page 8: Gas Line Installation

    TDVN Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Gas Line Installation When purging gas line, the front window frame assembly must be removed. 1. The gas pipeline can be brought in through the rear of the fireplace as well as the bottom. Knockouts are provided on the bottom behind the valve to allow for the gas pipe installation and testing of any gas con- nection.
  • Page 9: Alternate Switch Location

    Remote ON/OFF Switch or Thermostat or Remote Control Fig. 6 Remote switch wiring diagram. FP1224 Alternate Switch Location Remote switch The remote switch can be installed on the front/side of 11/02 the access door. Simply mount the switch to the bracket provided and screw the bracket to either side of the frame, lining up the screws with the pre-punched holes.
  • Page 10: General Venting

    TDVN Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Your fireplace is approved to be vented either through the side wall, or vertical through the roof. • Only CFM Corporation venting components spe- cifically approved and labelled for this fireplace may be used. •...
  • Page 11: General Venting Information-Termination Location

    General Venting Information - Termination Location CFM145a VENT TERMINATION A = Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony B = Clearance to window or door that may be opened C = Clearance to permanently closed window D = Vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal within a horizontal distance of 2 feet (610mm) from the center line of the terminal...
  • Page 12: General Information On Assembling Vent Pipes

    TDVN Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Termination Clearances Termination clearances for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors. Inside Corner Combustible 6" (152 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) Balcony - with no side wall Combustible & Noncombustible 12" (305 mm) *NOTE: Termination in an alcove space (spaces open only on one side and with an overhang) is permitted with the dimensions specified for vinyl or non-vinyl siding and soffits.
  • Page 13: Twist Lock Pipes

    Twist Lock Pipes When using CFM Corporation twist-lock pipe it is not necessary to use sealant on the joints. The only areas of the venting system that need to be sealed with high temperature silicone sealant are the collars on the fireplace and termination, and the sliding joint of any telescopic vent section used in the system.
  • Page 14 TDVN Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 20' (6m) Pipe Straps Every 3’ (914mm) Pipe Straps Every 3’ (914mm) Firestop/Zero Clearance Sleeve Fig. 13 Support straps for horizontal runs. Horizontal plane means no vertical rise exists on this FP1012 portion of the vent assembly. Top vent max run •...
  • Page 15 Vent Opening for Combustible Wall 9³⁄₈” (240mm) Framing Detail 9³⁄₈” (240mm) Fireplace Hearth Opening for Noncombustible Wall 7¹⁄₂” (190mm) Fig. 17 Locate vent opening on wall. Noncombustible Walls: (Fig. 17) Hole opening must be 7¹⁄₂” (190 mm) in diameter. STEP 2 Measure wall thickness and cut zero clearance sleeve parts to proper length (MAXIMUM 12”/305 mm).
  • Page 16 TDVN Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Fig. 21 Through the wall. STEP 7 Apply high temperature sealant to 4” (102 mm) and 7” (179 mm) collars or the termination one inch away from crimped end. Guide the vent terminations 4” and 7”...
  • Page 17: Below Grade Installations

    Step 4 Install the 4” (102 mm) flex vent pipe to the termination cap collar as described on Page 11. Step 5 Slide the 7” (178 mm) flex vent pipe over the 4” flex vent pipe and secure the 7” collar as described on Page Step 6 Bend the flex pipe horizontal so the bottom of the hori- zontal pipe measure 6¹⁄₂”...
  • Page 18: Vertical Through-The-Roof Applications & Installation

    TDVN Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Vertical Through-the-Roof Applications This Gas Fireplace has been approved for: • Vertical installations up to 40’ (12 m) in height. Up to a 10’ (3 m) horizontal vent run can be installed within the vent system using a maximum of two 90° elbows.
  • Page 19: Vertical Restrictor Plate (33Tdvn Only)

    Vertical Restrictor Plate (33TDVN only) When installing the 33TDVN with a Vertical Through- the-Roof configured flue system the restrictor plate, (#10002495) supplied with the appliance MUST BE FITTED TO THE APPLIANCE at installation. Install restrictor plate to firebox top using two (2) screws.
  • Page 20 TDVN Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Fig. 36 Minimum termination to roof clearance. CFM190 TTR Ternim. 2' 1/25/02 Min. 2’ (610 mm) CFM190 If there is a room above ceiling level, firestop spacer must be installed on both the bottom and the top side of the ceiling joists.
  • Page 21: Venting Components

    584A venting components rear vent term 4/6/99 djt 584B Vent components Starter Kit 2/25/99 djt 584C Vent components 584D 45 degree elbow Vent Components 2/25/99 djt 90 degree elbow 584E 10/20/99 twistlock 2/25/99 djt Venting Components 10/20/99 twist lock Telescope vent 2/25/99 djt 584F 10/20/99 twist lock...
  • Page 22: Operating Instructions

    TDVN Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Glass Information Only glass approved by CFM Corporation should be used on this fireplace. • The use of any non-approved replacement glass will void all product warranties. • Care must be taken to avoid breakage of the glass. •...
  • Page 23: Installation Of Logs, Lava Rock & Ember Material

    Installation of Logs, Lava Rock & Ember Material Unpack the logs from packaging and remove each log from its wrapping materials. The logs are fragile and should be handled with care. Keep the packaging material out of the reach of children and dispose of the material in a safe manner.
  • Page 24: Flame & Temperature Adjustment

    TDVN Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Flame & Temperature Adjustment For units equipped with ‘HI/LO’ valves the flame adjustment is accomplished by rotating the ‘HI/LO’ adjustments knob located near the center of the gas control valve. (Fig. 42) Turn counterclockwise to increase flame height Fig.
  • Page 25: Lighting & Operating Instructions

    Lighting and Operating Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING:If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This heater has a pilot which must be lit manu- ally.
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    TDVN Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace NOTE: Before troubleshooting the gas control system, be sure external shut off is in the “ON” position. WARNING: Before doing any gas control service work, remove glass front! Table 1 Valve Type NOVA MV Plus System Checks Problem Possible Cause...
  • Page 27 System Checks (continued) Problem Possible Cause Defective thermo-generator. (Millivolt system) Defective safety magnet. (mv Plus systems) Defective Safety Magnet (Millivolt system) Pilot orifice blocked. Pilot drops out. Wrong pilot orifice. No gas to main burner Low gas pressure to appliance. Pilot not lit.
  • Page 28 TDVN Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace System Checks (continued) Problem Possible Cause Thermo-generator output voltage not within design parameters. Defective thermostat or thermostat wiring. Thermostat/wall switch Defective wall switch. will not cycle main burner. Excessive wire resistance. Valve wired wrong. Main burner lights in Main operator coil defective.
  • Page 29: Fuel Conversion Instructions

    Fuel Conversion Instructions WARNING: This HI/LO conversion kit must ONLY be applied as part of a conversion kit supplied by the appliance manufacturer for the specific appliance and type of gas being converted. The conversion shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements of the provincial authori- ties having jurisdiction and in accordance with the requirements of the CSA B149.2 Installation Code...
  • Page 30 TDVN Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Conversion Parts Included with Kit Main Burner Orifice - LP Label, Conversion Pilot, Orifice - LP Conversion Pressure Regulator Assembly - LP Label, SIT Valve Replace Pilot Orifice 1. The pilot hood is held in place by spring pressure. Remove the hood by pulling it directly up from the pilot bracket.
  • Page 31 Fig. 49 Remove mounting screws, pressure regulator tower and diaphragm assembly, and discard. FC107 SIT820 valve conversion 10/03 Fig. 50 Replace regulator. FC108 20007636 regulator conversion 10/03 Pressure ranges are: LP (Propane) LP (Propane) Manifold pressure can be measured by using a 5/16” I.D.
  • Page 32: Unit Adjustment

    TDVN Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Once installed, the unit should be operated at least three (3) times to ensure that all is in working order. NOTE: Manufacturing oils will smoke during initial firing of appliance. Open windows for ventilation. Before leaving, the installer should make the following checks: Btu Input/Gas Pressure...
  • Page 33: Maintenance

    Motor and Blower for Fan Kit (optional) This motor has been factory oiled and under normal operating conditions should not require oiling. WARNING: Ensure the power is turned off to the fireplace before servicing. Cleaning This unit should be cleaned and serviced by a Qualified Gas Technician at least annually.
  • Page 34: Air Shutter

    TDVN Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace BTU/Hr Model Min. Input 33TDVN 12,500 33TDVP 12,500 36TDVN 13,000 36TDVP 14,500 39TDVN 15,000 39TDVP 16,500 Conversion Kits Change Natural Model to Propane 33TDVN 33DVCKP 33TDVP 36TDVN 36DVCKP 36TDVP 39TDVN 39DVCKP 39TDVP IMPORTANT: Always check for gas leaks with a soap and water solution.
  • Page 35: Replacement Parts

    33TDVN Logs CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. TDVN Series Gas Fireplace Heater Units: GF1AT1, GF1AT2, GF1AT3 Ref. Description Log Set (Complete) Log - Front...
  • Page 36 Top Louvre Assembly Bottom Louvre Assembly Hinge (Bottom Louvre Assembly) Restrictor Plate Remote ON/OFF Switch (not shown) Remote Switch Kit (Switch, Wire & Bracket)(not shown) Relief Plate w/Gasket Assy. Burner Tray (continued) 33TDVN 36TDVN 76261 76261 76263 76263 76262 76262...
  • Page 37: Optional Accessories

    Fan Kits FK24 Fan Assembly This auxiliary fan system increases the efficiency of the circulation of the heating air. The FK24 fan kit allows variable speed control of the circulation fan and also incorporates a heat sensor in the circuit. Specifications 115 Volt / 60Hz / 56 Watts Maintenance...
  • Page 38: Wiring Instructions

    Panel FP1231 Fig. 54 Ceramic panel installation. FP1025 Decorative Bay Windows Bay window kits are available for the 33TDVN/33RDVN, 36TDVN/36RDVN & 39TDVN/39RDVN model appliances. When fitting the Bay Window Kits the original window frame assembly must remain in place. The Bay Window kit will fit over the existing window frame...
  • Page 39: Remote Controls

    Brass Trim Screws Fig. 57 Bay window installation. Bay Window Screen FP1234 Bay Window Screen Kits are available for the 33TDVN, Bay window 36TDVN & 39TDVN model appliances. 11/02 Do not remove existing window frame assembly! Remove all plastic from brass trims.
  • Page 40: Warranty

    TDVN Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace TEMCO Fireplace Products Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces This warranty is limited to CFM Fireplace Products Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces (henceforth, Product) manu- factured by CFM Corporation (henceforth, CFM). ONE YEAR WARRANTY CFM warrants all components of the Product to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of installation, with the exception of the warranty on logs and ember base.
  • Page 41: Installation And Startup Checklist

    TEMCO FIREPLACE PRODUCTS DIRECT VENT FIREPLACES INSTALLATION AND STARTUP CHECKLIST NOTE: TEMCO Fireplace Products gas logs and fireplaces require installation by a qualified gas appliance installer. A copy of this checklist must be submitted, along with proof of purchase, when applying to Technical Services for prior written approval of warranty repair or replacement.
  • Page 42 TDVN Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace TEMCO FIREPLACE PRODUCTS DIRECT VENT FIREPLACES INSTALLATION AND STARTUP CHECKLIST NOTE: TEMCO Fireplace Products gas logs and fireplaces require installation by a qualified gas appliance installer. A copy of this checklist must be submitted, along with proof of purchase, when applying to Technical Services for prior written approval of warranty repair or replacement.
  • Page 43: Warranty Registration

    Model # ______________________________________ I certify that I have followed all codes and regulations and adhered to the TEMCO Fireplace Products installation instructions. I have completed the proper installation and startup checklist. Installer’s Signature Purchaser _____________________________________ Address ______________________________________ _____________________________________________ Phone ________________________________________ Retailer _______________________________________ Address ______________________________________ _____________________________________________...
  • Page 44: Energuide

    Efficiency Ratings Model EnerGuide Ratings Fireplace Efficiency (%) 33TDVN 33TDVP 36TDVN 36TDVP 39TDVN 39TDVP CFM Corporation 2695 Meadowvale Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5N 8A3 800-668-5323 • www.cfmcorp.com 54.2 54.2 54.89 54.89 61.8 61.8...

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