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OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
Peninsula Model
Shown
TPNA-A(-HA)/TPNPA-A/TPNEA-A/TPNPEA-A
TSTA-A(-HA)/TSTPA-A/TSTEA-A/TSTPEA-A
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
— 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.
• 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 quali-
fied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
For more information, visit www.fmiproducts.com
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE
PENINSULA MODELS (V)DVF36
SEE-THRU MODELS (V)DVF36
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- Page 1 DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL ® Peninsula Model Shown PENINSULA MODELS (V)DVF36 TPNA-A(-HA)/TPNPA-A/TPNEA-A/TPNPEA-A SEE-THRU MODELS (V)DVF36 TSTA-A(-HA)/TSTPA-A/TSTEA-A/TSTPEA-A WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TAbLE OF CONTENTS Safety ..............2 Operation ............28 Dimensions ............5 Specifications ............ 30 Pre-Installation Preparation ......... 6 Troubleshooting ..........31 General Venting ........... 9 Wiring Diagrams ..........33 Venting Installation..........11 Service Hints ............. 33 Fireplace Installation.......... 21 Technical Service..........33 Pilot/Electrode Assembly Adjustment .... - Page 3 If you are uncertain as to • The FMI PRODUCTS, LLC warranty will be voided by and FMI PRODUCTS, LLC what gas your unit is equipped for, please disclaims any responsibility for the follow- check the rating plate located in the interior...
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Page 4: With Fireplace
SAFETy Continued Keep area around your fireplace WARNING: Do not use a blow- clear of combustible materials, er insert, heat exchanger insert gasoline and other flammable or other accessory not approved vapor or liquids. Do not run for use with this fireplace. fireplace where these are used or stored. -
Page 5: Dimensions
SAFETy Continued 10. Do not operate fireplace with glass door feet and above. For horizontal installa- removed, cracked or broken. tions above 2,000 feet, it is recommended 11. Provide adequate clearances around air that a 12" extension pipe be added before openings. -
Page 6: Pre-Installation Preparation
REqUIREMENTS Minimum clearances to combustibles for fireplace are as follows: Determine the safest and most efficient loca- tion for your FMI PRODUCTS, LLC direct-vent *Back and sides of surround 0" fireplace. Make sure that rafters and wall Vent Surfaces (side and bottom) 1"... - Page 7 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued FRAMING Drywall Combustible Material Once final location has been determined, Left Side TOP VIEW observing clearances for vent termination, 0" Surround you may construct framing using dimensions (0" Min.) shown in Figures 7 thru 13 depending on your particular installation 2 x 4 Stud...
- Page 8 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued The gas supply line may be connected through side framing or alternately through lower sub- flooring or a platform base if provided (see Figures 10 and 11). Depending on installation, refer to appropriate illustrations. Figure 11 - Alternate Gas Supply "...
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Page 9: General Venting
GENERAL VENTING These models are approved for use with FMI termination is required. PRODUCTS, LLC 5"-8" Series, rigid type • There must not be any obstruction such direct vent pipe as supplied by FMI PROD- as bushes, garden sheds, fences, decks, UCTS, LLC or with approved types of flexible or utility buildings within 24"... - Page 10 GENERAL VENTING Continued Fixed Openable Fixed Closed Closed Openable TERMINATION CAP GAS METER RESTRICTED AREA AIR SUPPLY INLET (TERMINATION PROHIBITED) A = clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or I = clearance to service regulator vent outlet [*72" (182.9 cm) minimum] balcony [*12"...
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Page 11: Venting Installation
• Installation of any component part not manufactured or approved by FMI PROD- which could cause a fire. UCTS, LLC You may use one or two 90° elbows in this • Installation other than as instructed by vent configuration. - Page 12 Installing Vent System in a Chase. 14" rise and a 36" rise (see page 19). Your FMI PRODUCTS, LLC direct-vent Follow the same installation procedures fireplace has been tested for a minimum 3' used for standard horizontal terminations.
- Page 13 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued 2. Rigid vent pipes and fittings have special 4. Three types of vent caps are available twist-lock connections. Assemble desired for horizontal terminations. Two square combination of pipe and elbows to appli- terminals are available; one for rigid pipe ance adaptor with pipe seams oriented applications and one for flex pipe ap- towards wall or floor.
- Page 14 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued 6. Make final connection to vent terminal. WARNING: Do not recess Flush or recessed with short vent sys- vent termination in to any wall. tem: Vent system may be pre-sized. Check for final fit and slide unit into framing with This will cause a fire hazard.
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Page 15: Vertical Termination
VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Horizontal Termination Configurations Figures 22 and 23 show different configura- tions for venting with horizontal termination. 45° Starter Each figure includes a chart with vertical Elbow minimum/maximum and horizontal maximum dimensions which must be met. All horizon- tal terminations require 1/4"... - Page 16 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Note: Pay special attention to these instal- Flat Ceiling Installation lation instructions for required clearances 1. Cut a 12 " square hole in the ceiling us- (air space) to combustibles when passing ing locating hole as a center point. Open- ing should be framed to 12 "...
- Page 17 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued 4. Connect a section of pipe and extend Cathedral Ceiling Installation up through hole. If an offset is needed to 1. Remove shingles or other roof covering as avoid obstructions, you must support vent necessary to cut rectangular hole for sup- pipe every 3 feet.
- Page 18 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Vertical Termination Configurations Any offset pitch of 45° or less must be Figures 29 through 32 show four different considered horizontal and sized within the configurations for vertical termination. These maximum allowable lengths listed in the fol- minimum vertical rises are based on horizon- lowing examples.
- Page 19 V = 40' max. 45° Starter Elbow Figure 33 - Recommended 12" Extension for High Altitude Installation Note: Install restrictor into PARTS LIST FOR FMI VENTING KITS inner collar AND COMPONENTS of fireplace as shown. FMI (5"/8") Pipe & Vent Kits Number...
- Page 20 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Number Description PA58-712 Adjustable 7"-12" Section Double Wall Pipe, Galvanized FPA58-6 6" Dura Vent Collar to FMI Pipe Adaptor E58-45 45° Elbow, Galvanized E58-90 90° Elbow, Galvanized FSE58-45 45° Starter Elbow (Dura Vent to FMI Pipe) FP-58...
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Page 21: Fireplace Installation
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION CAUTION: Due to high tem- Since the (V)DVF36TPNEA/TSTEA series peratures, make sure wires are uses a 24 VAC current supplied from a transformer mounted on the ignition module not touching upper firebox. and is prewired for easy connection to a wall switch (see Figure 34). -
Page 22: Fireplace Installation
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued You may test blower for operation by turning 4. Connect white wire to control valve ter- control knob clockwise just until it clicks on minal TH and red wire to TPTH. Move which is the full on position. Adjust fan speed remote select switch to the REMOTE to lowest setting (this should be no more than position. - Page 23 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Optional Fan IMPORTANT: The appliance and its individual Outlet Box Kit Plug shutoff valve must be disconnected from the Extension Receiver gas supply piping system during any pressure Cord testing of that system at test pressures in Valve excess of 1/2 psig.
- Page 24 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued 2. Prepare incoming gas line and check with The electronic system applies to the (V) local codes regarding the use of Teflon DVF36TPNEA/TSTEA and (V)DVF36TPN- tape. Complete your gas line installation PEA/TSTPEA models (see Figure 45). by connecting incoming gas line with flex- ible gas line.
- Page 25 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued 4. Figure 47 shows log set. Logs “A” have the knot at end of log. Logs “B” have the knot at middle of log. Twigs “C” have the shape of a “Y”. Twigs “D” have the shape of bent twigs.
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Page 26: Pilot/Electrode Assembly Adjustment
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued DECORATIVE FACING servicing. Use only heat resistant, noncom- bustible mortar or adhesive when securing Any noncombustible material may be used facing material. for facing (glass, tile, brick, etc.) as long as Note: Combustible material, such as wood, the proper clearances are observed (see that has been fireproofed is not considered Clearances, page 6). -
Page 27: Operating Guidelines And Maintenance
bURNER FLAME ADjUSTMENT Continued 2. Carefully remove log set intact and set aside (see Figure 56, page 27). Glass Door 3. Remove 2 screws holding burner to hearth pan. 4. Slide burner forward off orifice and turn to one side to clear opening in hearth pan. Be careful not to bend or damage pilot or ignitor element. -
Page 28: Operation
OPERATING GUIDELINES AND MAINTENANCE Continued CLEANING AND REPLACING If glass is broken, wear gloves and tape remaining fragments onto frame. Remove GLASS DOOR 5 screws located on end of firebox while Note: Before proceeding, make sure unit is holding frame assembly to prevent it from completely cool. -
Page 29: Millivolt/Electronic Systems
OPERATION Continued MILLIVOLT SySTEM LIGHTING 11. Set HI-LO knob to desired setting. 12. Turn on all electric power to appliance. INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read the safety information, Gas Control page 28. Knob 2. Set HI-LO knob to the lowest setting. 3. -
Page 30: Specifications
OPERATION Continued ELECTRONIC SySTEM Continued TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1. Turn off all electrical power to appliance if service is to be performed. 2. Remove control access panel or louver. 3. Close gas valve. SPECIFICATIONS (V)DVF36TPNA-(A), (V) (V)DVF36TPNPA-(A), (V) DVF36TPNPEA-(A), (V)DVF36TSTA- DVF36TPNPEA-(A), (V)DVF36TSTP- (A) AND (V)DVF36TSTEA-(A) -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
TROUbLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn off heater, disconnect power if applicable and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater. CAUTION: Never use a wire, needle, or similar object to clean pilot. This can damage pilot unit. Note: The two most common causes of malfunctioning gas appliances are loose wiring con- nections and construction debris clogging pilot and/or control valve filter. - Page 32 TROUbLESHOOTING Continued ObSERVED PRObLEM POSSIbLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed, 1. Defective ignitor 1. Replace ignitor if wire is there is no spark at pilot properly connected and you have no spark 2. Defective pilot or misaligned 2. Using a match, light pilot. If pi- electrode at pilot lot lights turn off pilot and push piezo again.
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Page 33: Wiring Diagrams
You may have further questions about instal- • pilot will not stay lit lation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at 1-866-328- • burner will have delayed ignition 4537. When calling please have your model • fireplace will not produce specified heat and serial numbers of your heater ready. -
Page 34: Parts And Accessories
Contact authorized dealers of this product. Note: Use only original replacement parts. If they can’t supply original replacement This will protect your warranty coverage for part(s), call FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at 1-866- parts replaced under warranty. 328-4537. When calling, have ready: Usually, we will ask you to return the part to •... -
Page 35: Parts And Accessories
Rear - 25855 END GLASS ASSEMbLY (Peninsula Only) 26624 (Ceramic) FENWAL AUTOMATIC IGNITION SYSTEM SCREEN IGNITION CONTROL - 14384 ASSEMBLY - 25903 For DVF36(PNEA,PNPEA,STEA,STPEA) SIDE DOOR ASSEMBLY - 26624 (CERAMIC) BURNER ASSEMBLY - 27243 HIGH VOLTAGE CABLE - 14386 www.fmiproducts.com 56131J... -
Page 36: Warranty
This is FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s exclusive warranty, and to the full extent allowed by law; this express war- ranty excludes any and all other warranties, express or implied, written or verbal and limits the duration of any and all implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose to two (2) year on new products and 30 days on factory reconditioned products from the date of first purchase.
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