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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS OWNER’S MANUAL The Tahoe Direct Vent Zero Clearance LUXURY DIRECT VENT Gas Fireplace Heater GAS FIREPLACE HEATER MODEL SERIES MILLIVOLT STANDING PILOT DVX36FP32CL(N,P)-1 DVX36FP33CL(N,P)-1 DVX42FP32CL(N,P)-1 DVX42FP33CL(N,P)-1 INTERMITTENT PILOT DVX36FP73CL(N,P)-1 DVX42FP73CL(N,P)-1 REMOTE RF MODELS DVX36FP93CL(N,P)-1 DVX42FP93CL(N,P)-1 GAS-FIRED Installer: Leave this manual with the appli- ance.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Page Important Safety Information ............................3 Safety Information for Users of LP Gas .........................4 Requirements for Massachusetts ............................5 Introduction ..................................6 Specification..................................7 Fireplace Dimensions ..............................7 Clearances ..................................8 Locating Fireplace ................................8 Gas Supply ..................................9 Installation ................................10-13 Venting Fireplace - Top ............................14-16 Examples - Top Vent Run .............................17 DVVK-4RE Vent Kit Installation Instructions .......................
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 • If this appliance is installed directly on carpeting, tile • This appliance must not share or be connected to a flue or other combustible material other than wood flooring serving a separate solid-fuel burning appliance.
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 when and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and there may not be a minute to lose, everyone’s safety will depend colorless.
REQUIREMENTS FOR MASSACHUSETTS For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed 3. SIGNAGE. A metal or plastic identification plate shall be in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at a for residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the minimum height of eight (8) feet above grade directly in line Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination...
INTRODUCTION Instructions to Installer Any alteration of the original design, installed other than as shown in these instructions or use with a type of gas not shown on 1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after installation. the rating plate is the responsibility of the person and company 2.
CLEARANCES Mantel Chart (Figure 3) Clearance to Combustibles Back 0" (0 mm) 12” (305mm) 10” (254mm) Side 0" (0 mm) Floor 0" (0 mm) MANTEL Top Stand-off 0" (0 mm) COMBUSTIBLE TRIM AND MANTELS 8” ALLOWED IN SHADED AREA Top Framing Edge 6"...
GAS SUPPLY Installing a New Main Gas Cock The gas pipeline can be brought in through the right or left side of the appliance. Consult the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Each appliance should have its own manual gas cock. Z223.1 CAN/CGA-B149 (.1 or .2) installation code.
INSTALLATION Framing and Finishing 1. Choose unit location. 2. Frame in fireplace with a header across the top. It is important to USE OUTER allow for finished face when setting the depth of the frame. (4) FLANGES 3. Attach fireplace to frame using adjustable frame. Preset depth to FOR 1/2”...
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Mark and drill two (2) 1/8" holes into fireplace side to mount each nailing flange. Use eight (8) 1/2" hex-head screws supplied in hardware package to attach nailing flanges to fireplace sides. DVX36 DVX42 "A" 40 7/8"...
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Flush Wall Installation Attention: Cold climate installation recommendation: When installing this unit against a non-insulated exterior wall, it is recommended that the outer walls be insulated to conform to applicable insulation codes. Vent Runs (Figures 14, 15, and 16) In planning the installation for the fireplace, it is necessary to install certain components before the appliance is completely positioned and installed.
VENTING FIREPLACE - TOP Venting Graph (Dimensions in Feet) To Use the Vent Graph (Figure 17) 1. Determine the height of the center of the horizontal vent pipe. Using this dimension on the Sidewall Vent Graph, TOP EXIT - VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL TERMINATION locate the point it intersects with the slanted graph (DIMENSIONS IN FEET) line.
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VENTING FIREPLACE - TOP (continued) Below Grade Installation When it is not possible to meet the required vent terminal clearances of 12" (305mm) above grade level, a snorkel kit is recommended. It allows installation depth down to 7" (178mm) below grade level. The 7"...
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10” (254mm) VENT CAP 12” (305mm) SEE CHART FOR PERMISSIBLE “H” AND “V” DIMENSIONS 9” (229mm) minimum TO SIDE WALL CENTER OF ELBOW STRAIGHT OUT (MINIMUM) Figure 22 Figure 21 MINIMUM HOLE LOCATION DIMENSIONS FOR 3’ THROUGH THE WALL HORIZONTAL INSTALLATIONS (914mm) WITH 90 DEGREE ELBOW OFF TOP OF FIREPLACE MAXIMUM HORIZONTAL...
DVVK-4RE VENT KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: Sharp edges, use protective gloves when NOTE: SPACING FLANGE installing. INSTALLED TO TOPSIDE Tools Needed for Installation: Sheet metal snips 5/16” nut driver Phillips head screwdriver - #2 High temperature sealant or furnace cement rated for continuous use at 1,000 F minimum 11”...
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DVVK-4RE VENT KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) 7. Remove outside mounting plate with tube attached from wall. Mark and cut the extra length of the 6 5/8” (168mm) diameter VINYL SIDING KIT DV822 tube from the opposite end. Do not crimp or enlarge tube. OUTSIDE MOUNTING 8.
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DVVK-4RE VENT KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Follow correct option according to venting method. Connecting to Rigid Vent System If the air inlet and flue outlet tubes are to be connected to a rigid Connecting Directly to Fireplace venting system (and not directly to the back of the unit), then do If the air inlet and flue outlet tubes are to be connected directly to not use the gasket provided.
DVVK-4FV DIRECT VENT TERMINATION KIT Installation Instructions This termination kit can only be used with Empire Comfort Systems direct vent fireplaces listed for use with DVVK-4FV Vertical Flex Vent Kit. Please review the instructions packaged with your fireplace and verify the fireplace model number.
DVVK-4FV DIRECT VENT TERMINATION KIT (cont.) PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION: Items Required For Installation: Tools Building Supplies Phillips Screwdriver Framing Materials Hammer Wall Finishing Materials Saw and/or saber saw Caulking Material (Noncombustible) Level Support Strap supplies Measuring Tape Electric Drill and Bits Pliers Square Tin Snips...
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DVVK-4FV DIRECT VENT TERMINATION KIT (cont.) Step-By-Step Installation For Flex DV Kit Unpack vent components and check all items for shipping 5. Next, determine the location for the cutout in the roof open- damage. ing. This opening must be large enough to provide a mini- For this venting system to operate as designed it is depen- mum 1”...
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DVVK-4FV DIRECT VENT TERMINATION KIT (cont.) 10. With the flex vent assembly and the 48” long hard pipe 13. Now the pre-assembled vent system may be carried to the components laid out on the floor, begin securing these parts roof, then lowered through the roof cutout opening (see step together.
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DVVK-4FV DIRECT VENT TERMINATION KIT (cont.) 17. To attach the vent connections at the fireplace, be sure the 7” 21. An additional storm collar band is provided in kit that may be diameter adapter collar has been installed per step 3. Apply used as an attic insulation shield.
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DVVK-4FV DIRECT VENT TERMINATION KIT (cont.) VERTICAL TERMINATION STORM COLLAR 4’ LONG RIGID PIPE ROOF FLASHING ADJUSTABLE ROOF JACK ASSEMBLY ROOF EXTERIOR CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES REQUIRED FROM VENT PIPE CLAMPS AT FLUE & INLET VENT CONNECTIONS ADJUSTABLE STORM COLLAR (USE TO FIRESTOP/THIMBLE KEEP INSULATION OUT OF ASSEMBLY...
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DVVK-4FV DIRECT VENT TERMINATION KIT (cont.) Vertical Flex Termination Kit Item Quantity Number Item Description Repair Part No. Supplied 4”/7” Vertical Termination Cap MF100038 Roof Support Kit MF100503 2 Ply Alum Flex 4” Diameter by 6 ft. MF04ALA2F006 2 Ply Alum Flex 7” Diameter by 6 ft. MF07ALA2F006 4”/7”...
VENT CLEARANCES AREA WHERE TERMINAL IS NOT PERMITTED VENT TERMINAL AIR SUPPLY INLET Figure 45 *Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck or balcony clearance to non-mechanical air supply inlet to building or [*12 inches (30cm) minimum] the combustion air inlet to any other appliance [*12 inches (30cm) minimum for appliances ≤...
VENT SYSTEM IDENTIFICATION Installing Vent Components (Figure 46) Begin the vent system installation by installing the first Simpson WALL THIMBLE Duravent component, 90° elbow to the starting collars or straight pipe on the top of the appliance, then the straight pipe length and VERTICAL TERMINATION then horizontal or vertical termination kit.
VENTING FRAMING AND FINISHING Installing Support Brackets (Figure 47) A horizontal pipe support MUST BE used for each 3 feet of horizontal run. The pipe supports should be placed around the pipe and nailed in place to framing members. There MUST BE a 3 inch clearance to combustibles above flue pipe and elbows and 1 inch clearance on both sides and bottom of the flue pipe to combustibles on all horizontal pipe sections and elbows.
HORIZONTAL TERMINATION NOTE: Termination cap should pass through the wall firestop from the exterior of the building. Adjust the termination cap to its final exterior position on the building. Warning: Termination cap must be positioned so that arrow is pointing up. CUT VINYL SIDING AWAY TO FIT STANDOFF Attach the termination cap with the four wood screws provided.
DVVK-5F FLEX VENT INSTRUCTIONS The DVVK-5F FLEX VENT KIT includes the following components: • (1) Horizontal Termination Cap • (1) Wall Firestop/Thimble Assembly • (1) 4-foot section of Flex vent with spacers (5" flue/8" • Hardware pack that includes band clamps and screws outer pipe) with flue adapter collar Flex venting can only be installed vertically off of the DVX Series fireplaces.
VERTICAL TERMINATION Locate and mark the center point of the venting pipe. Using a nail on the underside of the roof and drive this nail through this center point. Make the outline of the roof hole around this center point. NOTE: Size of the roof hole dimensions depend on the pitch of the roof.
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VERTICAL TERMINATION (continued) Reassembly and Resealing Gas Accumulation Relief System Glass Frame Assembly and Combustion Chamber Whenever the glass frame assembly is pivoted open by a delayed ignition in the main burner, the glass frame assembly gaskets and combustion chamber must be examined by a qualified service person for damage.
LOG IDENTIFICATION REAR BOTTOM LOG (A) REAR TOP LOG (B) Part Number - R9228 Part Number - R9222 BOTTOM LEFT LOG (C) BOTTOM LEFT CENTER LOG (D) Part Number - R9227 Part Number - R9372 BOTTOM RIGHT CENTER LOG (E) BOTTOM RIGHT LOG (F) Part Number - R9225 Part Number - R9229...
LOG PLACEMENT (13 LOG SET) Before you begin: If you are installing logs into the DVX36 or 6. Place Bottom Left Log (C) on far left pin of burner. The "lip" DVX42 model then this fireplace is supplied with a set of 13 of the log will hang off the side of the burner.
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LOG PLACEMENT (13 LOG SET) 9. Place Bottom Right Log (F) on far right pin on the burner. The 12. Place Top Left Log (I) on two left pins on (B) Log. "lip" of the log will hang off the side of the burner. 13.
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LOG PLACEMENT (13 LOG SET) 15. Place Front Center Log (L) between third and fourth grates on 18. Replace glass door onto firebox. the burner. The short "Y" branch will point left and the bottom 19. Secure the two glass frame spring clamps at bottom of of the "Y"...
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LOG PLACEMENT (13 LOG SET) Figure 63 Figure 64 Log Set Parts List Index Letter Part Number Description R9228 Rear Bottom Log R9222 Rear Top Log R9227 Bottom Left Log R9372 Bottom Left Center Log R9225 Bottom Right Center Log R9229 Bottom Right Log R9223...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 750 Millivolt System The OWNER should carefully read and follow these operating The standing pilot (750 millivolt system) is a continuous burning instructions at all times. Lower the door assembly to view the gas pilot. The pilot remains ON even when the main burner is OFF. controls for the fireplace.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) STANDING PILOT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Installation of Remote Receiver Remote/Off/On Switch Place remote receiver on the floor of fireplace behind the louver The fireplace is equipped with a Remote/OFF/ON switch. A wire as far forward as possible. harness is attached to the Remote/OFF/ON switch. The red, black Attention: The velcro loop and hook are not necessary in this and green (wires) female push-ons attach to the Remote/OFF/ON installation but can be used to secure remote receiver.
STANDING PILOT WIRING DIAGRAM REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER (OPTIONAL) THERMOSTAT (OPTIONAL) WALL SWITCH GAS VALVE REMOTE/OFF/ON SWITCH (OPTIONAL) REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER REMOTE/OFF/ON SWITCH GREEN REMOTE BLACK GREEN THERMOPILE IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL WIRE AS SUPPLIED WITH THIS UNIT MUST BE REPLACED, IT MUST BE REPLACED WITH NO.
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 hand. •...
STANDING PILOT TROUBLESHOOTING With proper installation and maintenance, your new Direct Vent Gas Fireplace will provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, refer to the Trouble Shooting Guide below. This guide will assist a qualified service person in the diagnosis of problems and the corrective action to be taken.
INTERMITTENT PILOT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The intermittent pilot (120/24 volt system) is ON when the main Provided on the intermittent pilot wiring harness are two (2) stripped burner is ON. When the main burner is OFF the intermittent pilot and bare wires that are labeled THERMOSTAT. The wires will be is OFF.
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. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device •...
INTERMITTENT PILOT TROUBLESHOOTING CALL SERVICEMAN D. Do gas leak test ahead of gas control if piping has been GENERAL: All fireplaces have been fire-tested to check for disturbed. proper operation. This includes, main burner flame, pilot flame, fan GAS LEAK TEST: Paint pipe joints with rich soap and water operation, fan control, limit control and automatic valve operation.
INTERMITTENT PILOT TROUBLESHOOTING spark generator and energizes the second main valve operator. The Safety Lockout second main valve opens and gas flows to the main burner, where S8600H provides 100 percent shutoff, or safety lockout. A timer it is ignited by the pilot burner. The flame current also holds the starts timing the moment the trial for ignition starts.
INTERMITTENT PILOT TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) Important WARNING 1. The following service procedures are provided as a general When performing the following steps, do not touch stripped guide. end of jumper or SPARK terminal. The ignition circuit 2. Meter readings between gas control and ignition module must generates 13,000 volts at 25 pf load and electrical shock be taken within the trial for ignition period.
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INTERMITTENT PILOT TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) 25047-0-0309 Page 53...
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INTERMITTENT PILOT TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) Green LED Status Codes Green LED Flash Code (X + Y) Indicates Next System Action Recommended Service Action No “Call for Heat” Not applicable None Flash Fast Startup-Flame sense calibration Not applicable None Heart Beat Normal operation Not applicable None Recycle...
RF STANDING PILOT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Features Benefits • Self powered millivolt receiver/valve • No external power or batteries required to operate valve and flame modulation • Thermostat performance • Flame cycles and modulates such that heat output equals heat loss from the room •...
RF TRANSMITTER FUNCTIONS FIRST USE OF TRANSMITTER Status Action Begin communication between transmitter and receiver/valve. Move LOCAL/REMOTE Switch to LOCAL position for at least two seconds; then move switch to the REMOTE position. Transmit unique code. Press Fan or Flame key within 30 seconds. Confirm recognition between transmitter and receiver/valve.
RF 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 C.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 3. Under no circumstances should this appliance be operated without Please Note the glass front or with a broken glass front. Replacement of the It is normal for appliances fabricated of steel to give off glass (with gasket) as supplied by the manufacturer should be some expansion and/or contraction noise during the start done by a qualified service person.
FBB4 OPTIONAL VARIABLE SPEED BLOWER INSTALLATION Attention: Install blower assembly before connecting gas inlet 5. Insert blower assembly into interior, bottom of fireplace. supply line Position blower assembly behind gas valve, align notch on back of blower assembly with center screw on fireplace back Note: Junction box on right side of fireplace must be pre-wired at and push blower assembly against fireplace back.
FBB4 OPTIONAL VARIABLE SPEED BLOWER INSTALLATION FBB4 B L O W E R A S S E M B LY COMPLETE R7649 FAN CONTROL R4192 SPEED CONTROL KNOB R4186 SPEED CONTROL 110 VOLT AC JUNCTION BOX BLACK SWITCH WHITE GROUND SPEED CONTROL JUNCTION BOX WIRING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS...
ACCENT LAMP Your Luxury Direct Vent Gas Fireplace comes equipped with our COVER "Accent Lamp." The light has been pre-wired and is controlled from the Rheostat. If in the event the lamp or lens needs to be replaced, follow the instructions below: Unplug the Accent Lamp/transformer from the junction box inside the fireplace.
ACCESSORIES The following accessory parts can be obtained from your Empire Comfort Systems dealer. If you need additional information beyond what your dealer can furnish, contact Empire Comfort Systems Inc., Nine Eighteen Freeburg Ave., Belleville, Illinois 62220-2623. DECORATIVE ACCESSORIES Decorative Louver Arch Decorative Louver Leaf Decorative Louver Mission Decorative Door Plain Rectangle...
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.
Empire Comfort Systems Web Site www.empirecomfort.com 918 Freeburg Avenue Belleville, Illinois 62220-2623 The Tahoe Direct Vent Zero Clearance Gas Fireplace Heater MILLIVOLT STANDING PILOT: DVX(36,42)FP(32,33)CL(N,P)-1 INTERMITTENT PILOT: DVX(36,42)FP73CL(N,P)-1 REMOTE RF MODELS: DVX(36,42)FP93CL(N,P)-1 All Brick Liners are made from Ceramic Fiber for rich detail and lasting beauty. Banded Brick Liners have dark "cremed coffee"...
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