Vermont Castings RFSDV34RF Installation Instructions And Homeowner's Manual

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Page 1 This Owner's Manual is provided and hosted by Appliance Factory Parts. MAJESTIC RFSDV34RF Owner's Manual Shop genuine replacement parts for MAJESTIC RFSDV34RF Find Your MAJESTIC Wood or Gas Stove Parts - Select From 14 Models -------- Manual continues below part list --------...
Page 2 Available Replacement Parts for MAJESTIC RFSDV34RF 54103 FAN & BRKT ASSY W/PACKAGE FK24 20002266 PILOT ASSY 3 WAY DV RFN H 10001297 ELECTRODE IGNITER W/CABLE 57897K SMALL LAVA ROCK PACKAGE SRV24D0808 THERMOCOUPLE-24FOR PILOT SRV10002264 PILOT ASSY 3 WAY N/DV RN...
Page 3 INSTALLER/CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING APPLIANCE Freestanding Direct Vent WARNING! Fireplace IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED Models: RFSDV24, RFSDV34 EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE. Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Vermont Castings ﬁreplace. IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible ﬁre hazard and will void the warranty.
Page 5: Installation & Operating Instructions
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Installation & Operating Instructions This gas ﬁreplace should be installed by a qualiﬁed installer in 13. This ﬁreplace must not be connected to a chimney ﬂue accordance with local building codes and with current CSA- serving a separate solid fuel burning ﬁreplace.
Page 6: Requirements For The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Installation & Operating Instructions Inspection Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment shall not All gas ﬁtting and installation of this heater shall only be approve the installation unless, upon inspection, the done by a licensed gas ﬁtter or licensed plumber.
Page 7: Fireplace Dimensions
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Fireplace Dimensions Fig. 1 Fireplace speciﬁcations and framing dimensions. 3550 Ref. RFSDV24 RFSDV34 RFSDV34 dims 23” (584 mm) 26¹⁄₄” (667 mm) 28³⁄₄” (730 mm) 31¹⁄₂” (800 mm) 16⁵⁄₈” (422 mm) 19³⁄₈” (492 mm) 27³⁄₈” (695 mm) 30”...
Page 8: Locating Your Fireplace
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Locating Your Fireplace Gas Speciﬁcations 12” Max. Min. (305 mm) Input Input Model Fuel Gas Control BTU/h BTU/h RFSDV24RN Millivolt Hi/Lo 20,000 14,000 12” (305 mm) RFSDV24RP Prop Millivolt Hi/Lo 20,000 15,000 RFSDV34RFN Comfort Control 30,000 21,000 RFSDV34RFP Prop Comfort Control 30,000 22,500...
Page 9: Installation Of Remote Switch For Rn/Rp Gas Valve
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 1/2” Gas Supply Screw 1/2” x 3/8” Reducer (through existing ON/OFF Switch hole) Assembly Screw 3/8” Nipple Clips 3/8” Union 3/8” Nipple 3/8” x 3/8” Shut-Off Valve CFM106 3/8” Nipple Wiring for Fig. 3 Typical gas line connection. Millivolt Gas Valves Installation of Remote Switch...
Page 10: General Venting Information-Termination Location
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace General Venting Information - Termination Location INSIDE CORNER DETAIL �� Fixed Operable Closed CFM145a AREA WHERE TERMINAL IS NOT PERMITTED VENT TERMINATION AIR SUPPLY INLET Canadian Installations US Installations A = Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, 12”...
Page 11: General Information On Assembling Vent Pipes
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Termination Clearances Termination clearances for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors. Inside Corner Alcove Applications* Outside Corner Combustible 6" (152 mm) Combustible 6" (152 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) Balcony - Balcony - with no side wall with perpendicular side wall...
Page 12: How To Use The Vent Graph
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace How to Use the Vent Graph Vertical Sidewall Applications The vent chart should be read in conjunction with the Since it is very important that the vent- following vent installation instructions to determine the ing system maintain its balance between relationship of the vertical and horizontal dimensions of the combustion air intake and the ﬂue...
Page 13: Vertical Sidewall Installations
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Example: Elbow 1 = 90° Elbow 2 = 45° Elbow 3 = 45° Elbow 4 = 90° Total angular variation = 270° 7.5ʼ (2286 mm) 1 + 2 + 3 + 4 = 270° A + B =17’...
Page 14 RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace STEP 2 Bead of Sealant Measure wall thickness and cut zero clearance sleeve parts to proper length (MAXIMUM 12”/305 mm). As- semble sleeve and attach to ﬁrestop with #8 sheet metal screws (supplied). Install ﬁrestop assembly. (Fig. Zero clearance sleeve is only required for combustible walls.
Page 15: Below Grade Installations
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Below Grade Installations When it is not possible to meet the required vent ter- minal clearances of 12” (305 mm) above grade level a snorkel vent kit is recommended. It allows installation depth of down to 7” (178 mm) below grade level. The 7”...
Page 16: Vertical Through-The-Roof Applications & Installations
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Do not back ﬁll around snorkel. A clear- ance of at least 4” (102 mm) must be main- tained between snorkel and the soil. Max. If the foundation is recessed, use recess brackets (not 8’...
Page 17 RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 7. Install roof support (Fig. 22) and roof ﬂashing making If there is a room above ceiling level, sure upper ﬂange of ﬂashing is below the shingles. ﬁrestop spacer must be installed on both (Fig.
Page 18: Venting Components
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Twist Lock Venting Components Starter Kit - Model 7TFSMSK Starter Kit - Model 7TFSDVSK Starter Kit - Model 7TDVSKV - Vertical Venting for 7TDVSKV-A, order 1/12 to 6/12 roof pitch for 7TDVSKV-B, order 7/12 to 12/12 roof pitch for 7TDSKV-F, order ﬂat roof Starter Kit - Model 7TFSDVSKS - Snorkel Kit for below grade installation...
Page 19: Operating Instructions
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Operating Instructions After the initial cleaning process the glass should be Glass Information cleaned two or three times during each operating Only glass approved by CFM Corporation may be season depending on the environment in the house. used for replacement.
Page 20 RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace For Model RFSDV34 (Refer to Fig. 28) Figure 27 Log Rear Left (KR15) RFSDV24 1. Remove window frame assembly. (Refer to Window Frame Assembly Log Rear Right (KR16) Removal section) 2. Remove logs from packaging. As with all plastic items - these logs and their packaging are not toys and should be kept...
Page 21: Flame & Temperature Adjustment
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Flame & Temperature Adjustment Flame Characteristics It is important to periodically perform a visual check RN/RP Models of the pilot and burner ﬂames. Compare them to the For units equipped with ‘HI/LO’ valves the ﬂame pictorials illustrated below (Fig.
Page 22: Lighting & Operating Instructions
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 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- Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
Page 23: Instructions For Rf Comfort Control Valve
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 7. If the manual switch is in the LOCAL position, the Instructions for RF Comfort Control Valve valve will be at the highest ﬁxed pressure setting. The transmitter will control the fan only. The Comfort Control Valve allows remote control of temperature, fan and ﬂame appearance.
Page 24: Auto Mode
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Delay Timer Mode Pilot Assembly The shut off delay timer has a maximum of 2 hours and a minimum of zero minutes. To change the timer level, press the time key followed by an arrow key. Pushing the key once will change the timer by 10 minutes.
Page 25 RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 2. Slide the Remote/Local switch to REMOTE and Auto Path teach the valve a transmitter (refer to Item 6, page 32). The Error Code will clear itself after approxi- If the manual switch is mately 1¹⁄₂...
Page 26: Comfort Valve System Control Sequence Of Operation With Transmitter
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Comfort Valve system control sequence of operation with transmitter Set manual switch Five minute wait to local or remote period Light pilot burner Did the LED stop Review LED fail- blinking? ure analysis Release pilotstat knob Cycle switch once and leave in...
Page 27: Troubleshooting
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Troubleshooting Honeywell VS8420 Standing Pilot Remove Glass Panel Before Servicing. START CHECK • Supply line hooked up Gas Supply ON • Shutoff valve open • Lockout has engaged. Wait 60 seconds and try again. •...
Page 28: Maintenance
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Maintenance Burner and Burner Compartment To obtain proper operation, it is imperative that the pilot and burner’s ﬂame characteristics are steady, not lifting It is important to keep the burner and the burner or ﬂoating. compartment clean.
Page 29: Replacement Parts
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace RFSDV34 RFSDV24 8a/b 9a/b 9c/d 18c/d 18a/b CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, speciﬁcations, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. RFSDV24/34 3550 Units: V21A00, V21B00, U21K00, U21L00 RFSDV24/34 Ref.
Page 30 RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace RFSDV24/34 (continued) Ref. Description RFSDV24 RFSDV34 1f. Log - Top Right KR12 1g. Log - Rear Left KR15 1h. Log - Rear Right KR16 2. Lava Rock 57897 57897 3. Burner Housing Assembly w/tiles 10003559 10001272 4.
Page 31 RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace RFSDV24/34 (continued) Ref. Description RFSDV24 RFSDV34 32. Top Grille Panel 10001791 10001791 33. Magnet, Ceramic Side Doors (not shown) 10001705 10001705 34. Screen Cabinet Top 10001749 10001749 35. Plate Relief w/Gasket Assembly (not shown) 10002862 10002862 36.
Page 32: Installation In Mobile Homes
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace For Use in Mobile Homes: Model RFSDV34RMH This appliance may be installed as an OEM installation in a manufactured (mobile) home and must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and the manufactured home construction and safety standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 or Standard for Installation in Mobile Homes, CAN/CSA Z240 MH.
Page 33: Optional Accessories
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Optional Accessories Fan Kits Disconnect the power supply before servicing the fan. Refer to Figure 35 for FK24 Fan Assembly rewiring replacement components. This auxiliary fan system increases the efﬁciency of the circulation of the heating air. The FK24 fan kit allows variable speed control of the Temperature Sensor circulation fan and also incorporates a heat sensor in...
Page 34: Optional Gold Trim Kit
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Installation Procedure Optional Gold Trim Kit 1. Unpack the kit and conﬁrm all parts are present. A decorative gold-plated window trim kit, Model 2. It is very important to remove all the protective plas- RFSDV24TKG is available for the RFSDV24 Free- tic wrap from the brass components standing Fireplace.
Page 35 RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10003550...
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Page 37: Warranty
RFSDV24/34 Freestanding Direct Vent Gas Fireplace PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY All Vermont Castings gas stoves, gas inserts, and gas ﬁreplaces, and all Majestic brand gas ﬁreplaces equipped with an Insta-Flame Ceramic Burner, or standard steel tube burner. BASIC WARRANTY CFM Corporation (hereinafter referred to collectively as the Company) •...
Page 38: Efficiency Ratings
Efﬁciency Ratings Model EnerGuide Ratings Fireplace Efﬁciency (%) RFSDV24RN 65.3 RFSDV24RP 65.3 RFSDV24RFN 65.3 RFSDV24RFP 65.3 RFSDV24EN 68.7 RFSDV24EP 68.7 RFSDV34RN 72.1 RFSDV34RP 72.1 RFSDV34RFN 72.1 RFSDV34RFP 72.1 RFSDV34EN 75.2 RFSDV34EP 75.2 CFM Corporation 2695 Meadowvale Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5N 8A3 800-668-5323 •...

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