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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Important Safety Information ......................3 Safety Information for Users of LP-Gas.................... 4 Requirements for Massachusetts ..................... 5 Introduction ............................6 Specifications and Accessories ......................7 Installation and General Safety Information ..................8 Gas Supply ............................9 Vent Clearances .......................... -
Page 4: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION THIS IS A HEATING APPLIANCE Safety markings are frequently used in this manual to designate a degree or level of seriousness and should not be ignored. WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided, could re- sult in personal injury or death. -
Page 5: Safety Information For Users Of Lp-Gas
SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS LP-Gas (Propane) is a flammable gas which can cause fires members of your household. Someday, there may not be a and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and minute to lose, everyone’s safety will depend on knowing ex- colorless. -
Page 6: Requirements For Massachusetts
REQUIREMENTS FOR MASSACHUSETTS For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment 3. SIGNAGE. A metal or plastic identification plate shall be installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at or in part for residential purposes, including those owned or a minimum height of eight (8) feet above grade directly operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall... -
Page 7: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Electrical Connections WARNING U.S.: National Electrical Code (NEC) ANSI/NFPA 70 The safety information listed below must be followed during the installation, service, and operation of this Gas Piping and Gas Pipe Pressure Testing product. Failure to following the safety recommenda- U.S.: NFGC and National Plumbing Codes tions could result in possible damage to the equip- ment, serious personal injury, or death. -
Page 8: Specifications And Accessories
SPECIFICATIONS & ACCESSORIES Fireplace Mantis Models F(F,I,W)28BM(N,P) Bay Window Mantis Models B(F,I,P)28(B,C,G)M Input BTU/HR (KW/H) 15,000 Rear - 13,000 Front Input BTU/HR (KW/H) 19,000 Rear - 9,000 Front Height 24-9/16” Height 25-1/4” Width 28” Width 28” Depth 17-3/16” Depth 17-5/8” Gas Inlet (Pipe) 3/8”... -
Page 9: Installation And General Safety Information
INSTALLATION AND GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION General Information Note: Under no circumstances should the appliance be This series is designed certified in accordance with American installed under conditions that would not allow for National Standard/CSA Standard Z21.88 as a Gas Fireplace easy removal of the appliance to carry out routine Heater to be installed according to these instructions. -
Page 10: Gas Supply
GAS SUPPLY All gas piping must be installed in compliance with local Important Note: codes and utility regulations. In the absence of local codes When pressure testing the gas supply lines at pressures the installation must comply with NFCG NFPA 54/ANSI greater than ½... -
Page 11: Vent Clearances
VENT CLEARANCES Figure 1 US Installation Clearance above any grade, 12 in (30 cm) Clearance to non-mechanical 6 in (15 cm) for appliances ≤ veranda, porch or balcony air supply inlet to building or 10,000 Btu/h (3 kW), 9 in (23 the combustion air inlet to any cm) for appliances >... -
Page 12: Venting Requirements
VENTING REQUIREMENTS It is recommended that the Mantis Power-Vent High- WARNING Efficiency Fireplace be located on an exterior wall for ease This appliance must not be vented with any other of venting. The flue exhaust pipe and inlet air pipe should appliances, even if that appliance is of the be located between wall studs. -
Page 13: Vent Examples For Single Flue
VENT EXAMPLES FOR SINGLE FLUE Figure 3 displays a single flue (one-pipe) installation. Be- flue terminal. The total horizontal vent length of the flue cause the distance from the heater to the first elbow is system is 7 feet, and the total vertical length is 27 feet. The more than 6 inches, the first 90°... -
Page 14: Direct Vent And Colinear Vent Examples
DIRECT VENT AND COLINEAR VENT EXAMPLES Figure 5 displays a two-pipe installation. Because the Note: The exhaust must be a minimum of 3 inches above distance from the heater to the first elbow is more than the inlet air pipe. The flue must be at least 12 inches from 6 inches, the first 90°... - Page 15 DIRECT VENT AND COLINEAR VENT EXAMPLES REAR SHROUD 12” MINIMUM TO GRADE Figure 9 - PVVTC Vertical Termination Cap RECOMMENDED 12” MINIMUM TO MAXIMUM EXPECTED SNOW LEVEL COLINEAR ADAPTER SINGLE FLUE ADAPTER Figure 7 PVC CEMENT In direct vent applications, a minimum distance between the two pipes is 3 inches and the maximum distance is 24 inches.
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Page 16: Colinear Transition Vent Kit
COLINEAR TRANSITION VENT KIT The Colinear Transition Kit (Part number PVCT) is available The flue can be terminated with a PTrap or two 90° elbows. and can be used to secure the flue and inlet pipes from the The Vertical Termination Cap (Part number PVVTC) can Mantis. -
Page 17: Rough Framing Dimensions
ROUGH FRAMING DIMENSIONS ACCESS PANELS ACCESS PANELS Figure 15 Figure 16 Direct Vent and Single Vent Coaxial Vent Flex Vent Colinear Vent 8-1/2” minimum* 8-1/2” minimum* 7-3/4” minimum 12-3/4” minimum 25-1/4” minimum Bay Window Mantis with 27” maximum when using PVE-1 or PVE-2 Surround Kits PV-4H 28-1/2”... -
Page 18: Insert Into Masonry Fireplace
INSERT INTO MASONRY FIREPLACE Figure 17 Direct Vent and Single Vent Flex Vent Colinear Vent 8-1/2” minimum* 8-1/2” minimum* 12-3/4” minimum 25-1/4” minimum Bay Window Mantis with PV-4H 27” maximum when using PVE-1 or PVE-2 Surround Kits Short Top Cover Kit 28-1/2” minimum, 33” minimum recommended for service 34-1/2”... -
Page 19: Bay Window Mantis Clearance To Combustibles
BAY WINDOW MANTIS CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES ACCESS PANEL Figure 19 Figure 18 Freestanding Clearances Rear Wall to Heater 2” (1-1/4” for coaxial venting) Side Wall to Heater 0” (4” recommended for door clearance) Corner Installation 0” CEILING 8” 6” COMBUSTIBLE TRIM AND MANTELS ALLOWED IN SHADED AREA 40”... -
Page 20: Fireplace Mantis Clearance To Combustibles
FIREPLACE MANTIS CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES ACCESS PANEL ACCESS ACCESS PANEL PANEL ACCESS PANEL Figure 22 Figure 24 6-1/4” Figure 23 Insert Clearances Rear Wall to Heater 2” (1-1/4” for coaxial venting) Side Wall to Heater 0” Corner Installation 0” CEILING 8”... -
Page 21: Bay Window Mantis Specifications
BAY WINDOW MANTIS SPECIFICATIONS 28” 17-5/8” 33-3/4” OPTIONAL PEDESTAL (MUST BE INSTALLED ON HEATER PRIOR TO APPLIANCE INSTALLATION) 12-1/4” 8-5/8” Heater with Pedestal and Single Flue Adaptor Figure 26 17-5/8” 28” 25-1/4” FLUE OUTLET 3-9/16” (9.0cm) 16-15/16” 27-3/4” Heater without pedestal Figure 27 6”... - Page 22 BAY WINDOW MANTIS SPECIFICATIONS - (continued) 35-7/16” 6” LOUVER 38” PV-2H 11-5/16” 3” (SLIM TOP COVER KIT) 5-15/16” 29-3/4” 23-13/16” 3-9/16” Fireplace Insert with Mantel Surround with PV-2H Slim Top Cover Kit Figure 29 35-7/16” PV-4H 6-13/16” LOUVER (SHORT TOP 10-1/8” 38” COVER KIT) 5-15/16” 29-3/4” 23-13/16” 3-9/16” 16-15/16” Fireplace Insert with Mantel Surround with PV-4H Short Top Cover Kit Figure 30 13/16”...
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Page 23: Fireplace Mantis Specifications
FIREPLACE MANTIS SPECIFICATIONS 35” 23-1/2” 6-1/2” PVVK-CFA 33-7/16” FLEX VENT KIT 24-3/4” MIN. Figure 32 Figure 34 Heater with Flex Vent Heater In Wall - 35 Inch Picture Frame Surround FWK28(BL,CM,HP,SS) - Contains surround, hood, and lower front 35” 17-3/16” 29-3/8”... - Page 24 FIREPLACE MANTIS SPECIFICATIONS 38” 30-7/8” Figure 36 4” Heater - 38 Inch Surround FIK28(BL,CM,HP,SS) - Contains surround, hood, & lower front 8” 28” Figure 38 Clearance for Access Panel In-Wall Units See Gas Connection Instructions. 13/16” FLEX HOSE OPENING AIR INLET FLUE OUTLET 1-1/8”...
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Page 25: Gas Connection Installation
GAS CONNECTION INSTALLATION GAS SUPPLY LINE TO HEATER CAUTION 1. Pull the factory installed flexible gas line through the The gas supply line to the heater must be installed hole in the back panel. See Figures 39 and 40. under conditions which will allow for easy removal of 2. -
Page 26: Bay Window Mantis Log Set Installation Instructions
BAY WINDOW MANTIS LOG SET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Log Installation Positioning of the logs is critical to the safe and clean opera- tion of this heater. If the logs are not placed in the proper position, the appliance can soot, and create an unsafe op- erating condition. -
Page 27: Fireplace Mantis Log Set Installation Instructions
FIREPLACE MANTIS LOG SET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Log Installation 4. Place the Front Right Log (F) on the right side of firebox bottom. The notch in the bottom of Front Right Log fits Positioning of the logs is critical to the safe and clean opera- over the front flame sensor. -
Page 28: Wiring
WIRING This appliance is equipped with a three-prong WARNING [grounding] plug for your protection against shock Potential risk of fire, electric shock, and personal hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly injury. Take precautions to reduce such risks. grounded three-prong receptacle. -
Page 29: Start Up Check List
START UP CHECK LIST WARNING BEFORE OPERATING THIS APPLIANCE, CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING. 1. Verify the gas line service does not exceed 10.5 in. w.c. and is not below 5.0 in. w.c. for natural gas, nor exceeds 13.0 in. w.c. or is below 11.0 in. w.c. for LP gas. 2. -
Page 30: Lighting Instructions
LIGHTING 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. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance B. -
Page 31: Start Up And Adjustments
START UP AND ADJUSTMENTS A. Turn on the main electrical power to the heater and turn CAUTION the main burner switch to the ON position. See Figure 53. Verify power is on by checking if there is power to the cir- When switching from one burner to the other burner, cuit board. -
Page 32: Automatic Humidifier Operation
START UP AND ADJUSTMENTS Paint Curing - First Firing High Altitude The Mantis Power-Vent High-Efficiency Fireplace has been The Mantis can be installed to altitudes up to 10,000 feet in painted with the high quality heat resistant silicon paint. To the U.S. -
Page 33: Optional Controls
OPTIONAL CONTROLS Economy Mode (Red Button Operation) REMOTE BLACK CONTROL To utilize this feature, a programmable control or thermostat WHITE RECEIVER OR must be connected to the heater. A red button is located T24V THERMOSTAT WHITE next to the burner switches on the front control panel. See JUNCTION W1 R Figure 58. -
Page 34: Maintenance & Service
MAINTENANCE & SERVICE The Mantis should be inspected and serviced annually by a Resetting the Heater qualified service person. This will ensure that the appliance is To reset the heater, first turn both burner switches to the OFF operating safely and efficiently. Should you suspect any position. - Page 35 MAINTENANCE & SERVICE Over Temperature Limit Switch Heat Exchanger The Mantis Power-Vent High-Efficiency Fireplace is The heat exchanger is located on the backside of the heat- protected against overheating with a high temperature er. The heat exchanger should be inspected and cleaned switch, which protects the heat exchanger, plastic sump annually by a qualified service person.
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Page 36: Master Parts Distributor List
This list grows from time to time. For the current list, please click on the Master Parts button at www.empirecomfort.com. Please note: Master Parts Distributors are independent businesses that stock the most commonly ordered Original Equipment repair parts for Heaters, Grills, and Fireplaces manufactured by Empire Comfort Systems Inc. Star-Fire Distributors... -
Page 37: Bay Window Mantis Parts List
BAY WINDOW MANTIS PARTS LIST WARNING Use only manufacturer’s replacement parts. Use of any other parts could cause injury or death. INDEX PART INDEX PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 26751 REAR PANEL 22780 INLET AIR DUCT ASSEMBLY 21654 BRACKET, PIPE ASSEMBLY R8810 GASKET, INLET AIR DUCT 24831 REAR HEAT SHIELD ASSEMBLY... - Page 38 BAY WINDOW MANTIS PARTS LIST WARNING Use only manufacturer’s replacement parts. Use of any other parts could cause injury or death. INDEX PART INDEX PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION R8793 HOLDER, ORIFICE 25226 CIRCUIT BOARD PLATE R7572 JAMB NUT R8905 RIBBON CABLE 27071 GAS LINE - REAR R8872...
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Page 39: Bay Window Mantis Parts View
BAY WINDOW MANTIS PARTS VIEW Page 38 27297-1-1010... - Page 40 BAY WINDOW MANTIS PARTS VIEW 27297-1-1010 Page 39...
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Page 41: Fireplace Mantis Parts List
FIREPLACE MANTIS PARTS LIST WARNING Use only manufacturer’s replacement parts. Use of any other parts could cause injury or death. INDEX PART INDEX PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION R10080 CONDENSATE PUMP LID 25207 PANEL - TOP 25226 CIRCUIT BOARD PLATE 21595 CONDENSATE TRAY R8809 DOUBLE ROCKER SWITCH 25223... - Page 42 FIREPLACE MANTIS PARTS LIST WARNING Use only manufacturer’s replacement parts. Use of any other parts could cause injury or death. INDEX PART INDEX PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION R8811 INLET HEADER GASKET R2522 MAIN POWER SWITCH 25204 PANEL - BACK WIRE HARNESS, R10610 MAIN POWER SWITCH R8793...
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Page 43: Fireplace Mantis Parts View
FIREPLACE MANTIS PARTS VIEW Page 42 27297-1-1010... -
Page 44: Warranty Terms
If, after contacting your Empire dealer, service received has not been satisfactory, contact: Consumer Relations Depart- ment, Empire Comfort Systems Inc., P.O. Box 529, Belleville, Illinois 62222, or send an e-mail to info@empirecomfort.com with “Consumer Relations” in the subject line. - Page 45 Empire Comfort Systems Inc. EMPIRE EMPIRE 918 Freeburg Ave. Belleville, IL 62220 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. Comfort Systems www.empirecomfort.com...
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