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Empire DVCT36-CF Installation Instructions Manual

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INSTALLER:
Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER:
Retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING
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)
WILL
HOT GLASS
CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH
GLASS
UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER
ALLOW CHILDREN
TO TOUCH GLASS.
DIRECT - VENT ZERO
CLEARANCE GAS FIREPLACE
HEATER MODEL SERIES:
DVCT36CBP95(N,P)-2
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.
DVCT40CBP95(N,P)-2
GAS-FIRED
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.
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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (SEE HOMEOWNER MANUAL FOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS) DIRECT - VENT ZERO INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance. CLEARANCE GAS FIREPLACE CONSUMER: HEATER MODEL SERIES: Retain this manual for future reference. DVCT36CBP95(N,P)-2 DVCT40CBP95(N,P)-2 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 Standard Work Checklist .............................3 Before You Start ...............................4-5 Carton Contents And Hardware ..........................6 Introduction ..................................7 Homeowner Reference Information ..........................7 Specifications ................................8 Accessories .................................8 Fireplace Dimensions ..............................9 Blower Installation ..............................10 -11 Clearances ................................12 Vent Termination Clearances ..........................13-14 Gas Supply ................................15 Locating Fireplace ..............................16 Electrical Considerations ............................16...

  • 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 a heat source. result 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, recommendations regarding proximity to heat sources.
  • Page 5 BEFORE YOU START (CONT’D) 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.

  • Page 6: Carton Contents And Hardware

    CARTON CONTENTS AND HARDWARE Under Pallet Rock Rock wool wool IMAGE NOT TO SCALE NOTICE: Re-Install Screws After Unpack CARTON CONTENTS INDEX QUANTITY DESCRIPTION NUMBER SUPPLIED Unit 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 DIMENSIONS (In Inches) INDEX LETTER DIMENSION DESCRIPTION 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 Remove protective connectors on Wire Assembly from CAUTION fireplace and discard. Connect Wire Harness to both blowers and the other end to the Wire Assembly supplied with the Sharp edges. Use protective gloves when installing. fireplace. See Figure 5. Bench Installation Remove Blower Access Panels.
  • Page 11 BLOWER INSTALLATION (CONT’D) Remove burner base. See 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.

  • Page 12: Clearances

    CLEARANCES Mantel Chart CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES CEILING DIMENSIONS (In Inches) Back COMBUSTIBLES Side ALLOWED Floor WALL Top of Unit FACING Top Framing Edge 35” WALL 10” MIN. STUD SEE MANTEL CHART 22” FOR MAXIMUM MIN. MANTEL DEPTH FINISHED WALL (COMBUSTIBLE) FRAMING HEADER 12”...

  • Page 13: Vent Termination 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.

  • Page 15: Gas Supply

    GAS SUPPLY The gas pipeline can be brought in through the right side of the NOTICE: The gas controls are equipped with a captured screw- 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 NOTICE: When installing this appliance against an exterior wall, insulate to applicable insulation codes. CABINET NOTICE: Island and Room Divider CORNER INSTALLATION INSTALLATION installation is possible as long as the horizontal portion of the vent system does not exceed 18 feet with a minimum vertical run of 8 feet.

  • Page 17: Component 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 Rough Opening for Installing in Corner Figure 28 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 (CONT’D) NAILING FLANGES NAILING FLANGES FOR 1/2” DRYWALL SECURED IN PLACE FOR 5/8” DRYWALL Figure 31 Figure 32 FLUSH WALL INSTALLATION FINISHED WALL FRAMING NONCOMBUSTIBLE FINISHED HEADER BOARD INSTALLED WALL OVER APPLIANCE NONCOMBUSTIBLE SECURE BOARD INSTALLED WITH SCREWS OVER APPLIANCE 13”...
  • Page 20 INSTALLATION (CONT’D) 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 (CONT’D) VERTICAL, 90-DEGREE ELBOW TO HORIZONTAL VERTICAL, 90-DEGREE ELBOW WITH OUT THE WALL HORIZONTAL TERMINATION (12 inch minimum rise before elbow) NO COMBUSTIBLES ALLOWED IN SHADED 3” (76mm) AREA MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES 36” VENT CAP/ 12” Rise Required THIMBLE WALL FIRESTOP/ SPACER...

  • Page 22: Vent Framing

    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 (CONT’D) 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.

  • 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 58DVA-WT, and 58DVAHC...

  • Page 25: Venting Fireplace

    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 (CONT’D) 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 (CONT’D) 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.

  • Page 28: 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: 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 (CONT’D) 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 (CONT’D) 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.

  • Page 32: Dvvk 5F 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 (CONT’D) Prior to making the vent connections, apply high temperature sealant (600°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.

  • Page 34: 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 shutters may be adjusted externally while unit is burning. The unit is sent out with the recommended setting, but may need 4.

  • Page 35: Multifunction Remote Operating Instructions

    MULTIFUNCTION REMOTE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Figure 75 TECHNICAL DATA Remote Control Supply voltage 4.5 V (three 1.5 V AAA batteries) Ambient temperature ratings 0-50°C (32 - 122°F) Radio frequency 315 MHz WARNING The transmitter and receiver are radio frequency devices. Placing the receiver in or near metal may severely reduce the signal range.
  • Page 36 MULTIFUNCTION REMOTE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Initializing the System for the First Time With the batteries already installed in the Transmitter, push Remove the wall cover. Remove cover on the wall mounted the On button. The Receiver will “beep” four times to indicate battery back-up holder.
  • Page 37 MULTIFUNCTION REMOTE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Turn On the Appliance With the system OFF, press the ON/OFF Button on the Transmit- ter. The Transmitter display will show some other active Icons on the screen. At the same time the Receiver will activate the appli- ance.
  • Page 38 MULTIFUNCTION REMOTE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The Thermostat Feature may be disabled if desired. With all three AAA type batteries installed: Take out one AAA battery. While re-inserting the AAA battery, Push and hold down the thermostat button. This will disable the thermostat feature on the transmitter.
  • Page 39 MULTIFUNCTION REMOTE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Remote Dimmer Control (Light) The auxiliary function controls the power light outlet by the dimmable light control. To activate this function, use the Mode Button Figure 76 to index to the light icon. See Figures 93 and 94. The intensity of the output can be adjusted through six levels.
  • Page 40 MULTIFUNCTION REMOTE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Continuous Pilot/ Intermittent Pilot (CPI/IPI) Selection Button Lock With the system in “OFF” position press the Mode Button Figure This function will lock the Buttons to avoid unsupervised operation. 76 to index to the CPI mode icon. See Figures 99 and 100. To activate this function, press the MODE and UP Buttons at the same time.
  • Page 41 MULTIFUNCTION REMOTE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Using the Fireplace without a Remote Control Lockout State Definition The fireplace can be turned ON (HI only) and OFF with the wall A lockout state is reached when an ignition error occurs. The switch. The fireplace flame ON/OFF is the only function that will lockout state will remain set in memory as long as the power operate;...

  • Page 42: 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 43 CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT’D) 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.

  • Page 44: Accessing Valve Compartment

    ACCESSING VALVE COMPARTMENT Accessing Valve Compartment 4. Remove right liner panel. See Figure 106. 1. Remove the following items: See Figure 103. • Barrier Screen (See Maintenance and Service section for Instructions). • Glass Frame Assembly (See Maintenance and Service section for Instructions).

  • Page 45: 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 46: 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 R12926 R12319 R12339 R12167 INSULATION TOP (2) BURNER TUBE - FRONT R12344 R12320 INSULATION TOP, CENTER 37254 34780 BURNER BASE ASSEMBLY 37335...

  • Page 47: Exploded View

    EXPLODED VIEW 42 41 41416-2-0220 Page 47...

  • Page 48: Maintenance And Service

    2. Remove old light bulb and replace with a new one. See Figure 112. 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 49 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE (CONT’D) FOR THE INSTALLER Annual Inspection Maintenance Precautions • Have the fireplace inspected annually before use. Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service • More frequent inspection and cleaning may be required if the person.

  • Page 50: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Before enclosing the vent pipe assembly, operate the appliance to ensure it is venting properly. DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT GLASS FRONT PANEL INSTALLED WARNING 1. “Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be 6. “Clothing or other flammable material should not be located out of traffic and away from furniture and placed on or near the appliance.”...

  • Page 51: 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 52: 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 53: 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.

  • Page 54: Appliance Service History

    APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service Performed/Notes Page 54 41416-2-0220...
  • Page 55 APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service Performed/Notes 41416-2-0220 Page 55...
  • Page 56 Empire Comfort Systems Inc. Belleville, IL If you have a general question about our products, please e-mail us at info@empirecomfort.com. If you have a service or repair question, please contact your dealer. www.empirecomfort.com Page 56 41416-2-0220...

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