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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS OWNER’S MANUAL FAN TYPE DIRECT VENT WALL FURNACE MODEL DVC-35-1SPP DVC-35-1IP WARNING: If the information in these instruc- tions are not followed exactly, a fire or explosion Installer: Leave this manual with the appli- may result causing property damage, personal ance.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Important Safety Information ....................3 Safety Information for Users of LP Gas .................4 Requirements for Massachusetts ....................5 Introduction ..........................6 Specifications .........................6 Gas Supply ......................... 7-8 Clearances ..........................8 Installation Instructions ....................9-11 DVC-35SPP Standing Pilot Lighting Instructions ...............12 DVC-35IP Intermittent Pilot Lighting Instructions ..............13 Pilot Flame Characteristics ....................14 Main Burner Flame Characteristics ..................15...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION THIS IS A HEATING APPLIANCE DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT FRONT PANEL INSTALLED. • Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located • DO NOT put anything around the furnace that will ob- out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies. struct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS Propane (LP-Gas) is a flammable gas which can cause fires by point with the members of your household. Someday, and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and when there may not be a minute to lose, everyone’s safety colorless.
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 permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at a whole or in part for residential purposes, including those minimum height of eight (8) feet above grade directly in owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the...
INTRODUCTION Introduction Installation in Residential Garages Always consult your local Building Department regarding regulations, Gas utilization equipment in residential garages shall be installed so codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of a direct vent wall that all burners and burner ignition devices are located not less than 18” furnace.
GAS SUPPLY Locating Gas Supply A manual main gas cock should be located in the vicinity of the The gas line can enter the unit either through the floor or outside unit. Where none exists, or where its size or location is not ad- wall.
Checking Manifold Pressure Both Propane and Natural gas valves have a built-in pressure reg- TOP VIEW OF VALVE ulator in the gas valve. Natural gas models will have a manifold pressure of approximately 4.0” w.c. (.996kPa) at the valve outlet PRESSURE REGULATOR VENT with the inlet pressure to the valve from a minimum of 5.0”...
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Locating Wall Opening the louvers positioned for the desired discharge direction and The furnace is to be located on an outside wall. Locate wall studs mark the mounting holes using the register as a template. so that wall opening will be located between wall studs. The fur- 8.
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Locating Electric Supply diameter air inlet tube from collar of air drop assembly. A 7/8” (22mm) diameter knockout is provided at the bottom of 2. Attach 4” (102mm) diameter flue outlet tube onto flue outlet the left and right side panels. A three-prong (grounding) plug as- collar on combustion chamber.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Vinyl siding kit, DV-822, is available from Empire Comfort Sys- Reassembly and Resealing Vent-Air Intake System tems, Inc. The depth is 3” (76mm), which enables the vent cap to When vent-air intake system is removed for servicing the furnace, be extended away from siding or projections.
DVC-35 SPP STANDING PILOT 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. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by •If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire hand.
DVC-35IP INTERMITTENT PILOT 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. T h i s a p p l i a n c e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h a n i g n i- •...
PILOT FLAME CHARACTERISTICS The correct pilot flame (Figure 11) will be blue, extending past THERMOCOUPLE the thermocouple. The flame will surround the thermocouple just below the tip. Natural gas pilots require adjusting when the inlet gas pressure is above 5” w.c. (1.245kPa). Remove the pilot cover screw on the BURNER control valve (Figure 3), and turn the adjustment screw clockwise to reduce flame.
MAIN BURNER FLAME CHARACTERISTICS The correct flame will be a short, blue inner flame with a much larger, light blue, outer flame. The burner does not have a primary air adjustment. The flame will be correct if the factory-set pressure and orifice opening are used.
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PRESSURE REGULATOR ADJUSTMENT-UNDER CAP SCREW OUTLET PRESSURE TAP INLET PRESSURE TAP PILOT ADJUSTMENT- UNDER CAP SCREW GAS FLOW PILOT OUTLET IGNITOR-PILOT ASSY. WIRING TO 24 V. THERMOSAT TO 24 V. COMMON ON TRANSFORMER TO 24 V. “HOT” ON TRANSFORMER IP-MODEL GAS VALVE AND WIRING L1 “HOT”...
4. Type of gas being used and that shown on the rating label. 1. Check air inlet tube for a good tight fit at both ends (6” diameter The Service Department at Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. may be tube). contacted to assist in servicing furnace.
DVC-35IP INTERMITTENT PILOT SEQUENCE OF OPERATION Apply 24 VAC START To Appliance Thermostat Calls for Heat 5 Minute Retry Delay Pilot Valve Ignition OFF Flame Signal Wait for Flame Signal to Detected Disappear System Check Internal Check Trial for Pilot Valve Opens ...
DVC-35IP INTERMITTENT PILOT SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING SEQUENCE START IP SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING SEQUENCE Turn OFF Gas Supply Disconnect System Control SmartValve System Troubleshooting Sequence End View INSET A 24 Volt Harness of Control Note: Before Troubleshooting, Become Familiar Thermostat Harness Set Thermostat to Call for with the Sequence of Operation Connector Heat...
Do not order bolts, screws, washers or nuts. They are standard hardware items and can be purchased at any local hardware store. Ship- ments contingent upon strikes, fires and all causes beyond our control. Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. Nine Eighteen Freeburg Ave. Belleville, IL 62222-0529 PARTS LIST PLEASE NOTE: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide.
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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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