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INSTALLER/CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION Builder Direct Vent PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING AND Models: USING APPLIANCE 36CDVXRRN (Rear Vent) WARNING! IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS 36CDVXTRN (Top Vent) MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLO- SION MAY RESULT CAUSING...
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Table of Contents PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE. Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a CFM Corporation fireplace. IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions fully may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Installation & Operating Instructions This gas appliance should be installed by a qualified 12. This fireplace requires adequate ventilation and installer, preferably NFI or WETT (Canada) certified, combustion air to operate properly. in accordance with local building codes and with 13.
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Fireplace Dimensions - Rear Vent Minimum Rough Opening Depth X - Minimum Rough Opening Width Minimum Rough Centerline of Opening Height 7" Collar Electrical Gas Line Access Access Gas Line Access Voltage Low Voltage Access Electrical Access...
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Fireplace Dimensions - Top Vent Minimum Rough Opening Depth X - Minimum Rough Opening Width Minimum Rough Opening Height Electrical Gas Line Access Access Gas Line Access Voltage Low Voltage Access Electrical Access Fig. 2 Fireplace specifications and framing dimensions. Ref.
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Locating Your Fireplace Finish Wall Standoff Noncombustible Material Hood LU584-R Fireplace Fig. 3 Locate gas fireplace. LU584-R Top of Combustion Locating unit Chamber A) Flat on wall B) Cross corner C) **Island 2/23/01 sta D) Room divider E) Flat on wall corner F) Chase installation...
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Hearth Flange Drywall Flange Location for Desired Position Depth A hearth is not mandatory but is recommended for Drywall Depth at Stud Wall 1/2” / 13 mm aesthetic purposes. We recommend a noncombustible 5/8” / 16 mm hearth which projects out 12”...
1/2” Gas Supply 1/2” NPT x 1/2” Flare Shut- Max. Min. off Valve 3/8” Flex Line Input Input (From Valve) Model Fuel Gas Control BTU/h BTU/h 36CDVXRRN Millivolt 21,000 14,700 36CDVXRRP* Prop Millivolt 21,000 15,750 36CDVXTRN Millivolt 21,000 14,700 FP297A...
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 4. Insert the house wire through the connector on the 120V Electrical Hook Up cover plate. The fireplace, when installed, must be 5. Secure the wires from the receptacle to the incoming electrically connected and grounded in line.
CDVX Series 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 CFM145a A = Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, 12”...
CDVX Series 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...
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Twist Lock Pipes When using CFM Corporation twist-lock pipe, it is not necessary to use sealant on the joints. The only areas of the venting system that need to be sealed with high temperature silicone sealant are the sliding joint of any telescopic vent section used in the system.
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CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Vent Opening for Combustible Wall 9³⁄₈” When using all (240 mm) venting except 20" 7TCRVT1320 (508 mm) Max. 9³⁄₈” (240 mm) Framing Detail Top View Opening for Noncom- Straight Venting FP1598 9³⁄₈” When using bustible Wall (240 mm) 7TCRVT1320...
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Termination Finished Wall Secure with Screw Vent Termination to Floor Flex Section Appliance 29���” Collars (749 mm) 22” (559 mm) Firestop FP1473 Fig. 20 Grasp the vent pipe close to the collar and bend to 45°...
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Screw Screws Flex Vent Collar 24¹⁄₂” (622 mm) 13” - 20” (330 - 508 mm) FP1605a FP1604 Fig. 24 The centerline of the termination must be 24¹⁄₂” Fig. 21 Bend flex pipe up 90° as close to fireplace as pos- (622 mm) off the floor.
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace needs to have an immediate rise before going hori- • The maximum number of 90° elbows per side wall zontal. NOTE: Be careful not to distort the outer flex installation is three (3). as this will affect the performance of the fireplace. •...
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CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Example: Elbow 1 = 90˚ Elbow 2 = 45˚ Elbow 3 = 45˚ Ensure Pipes are Elbow 4 = 90˚ Concentric Total angular variation = 270˚ � 1 + 2 + 3 + 4 = 270 7TCDV90 CFM143a Fig.
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Below Grade Installation High Temperature Sealant When it is not possible to meet the required vent ter- minal clearances of 12” (305 mm) above grade level a snorkel vent kit #7TDVSNORK is required. It allows installation depth of down to 7”...
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Do not back fill around snorkel. A Example: Maximum horizontal length clearance of at least 4” (102 mm) must be 0 x 45° elbows = 10’ (3 m) maintained between the snorkel and the 1 x 45°...
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CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Vent Attic Insulation Termination Roof Shield Storm Collar 2’ Min. Roof Flash- Roof Support Attic Insulation 50’ Joist Shield (15 m) Attic Insulation Joists Joists Ceiling 11" Installation Upper Floor 11" Joist Firestop Spacer FP1022 Fig.
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 36CDVXT Vertical Venting 36 CDVXT Top Vent Baffle The 36CDVXT is shipped with a restrictor installed in How to Use the Vent Graph the unit. This allows for a better flame when installing a The vent chart should be read in conjunction with the vertical venting configuration.
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Vertical Sidewall Applications (914mm) Since it is very important that the vent- ing system maintain its balance between the combustion air intake and the flue gas exhaust, certain limitations as to vent configurations apply and must be strictly adhered to.
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CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Example: Elbow 1 = 90° Elbow 2 = 45° Elbow 3 = 45° Elbow 4 = 90° Total angular variation = 270° 1 + 2 + 3 + 4 = 270° FP1241 Fig. 50 Horizontal length requirement. Always install horizontal venting on a level plane.
CDVX Series 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”...
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Zero Clearance Sleeve Screws (if required) 7TDVSNORK (Snorkel) Firestop 4” (102mm) 7” Pipe Clearance Max. 10' (3m) Min. Max. Height 40' (12m) Window 24” (610mm) Well Minimum* Min. Height 7���' (2.3m) Gravel Drain Foundation Wall *A minimum of 24”...
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CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 8. Install appropriate pipe sections until the venting is above the flashing. (Fig. 58) 9. Install storm collar and seal around the pipe. 10. Add additional vent lengths for proper height. (Fig. Max. 8' (2.4m) 11.
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Venting Components 20010581 - Straight Out the Back Termination 10001953 - Through-the-Wall Termination (for other than straight out the back on rear vent) Starter Kit - 584A Model 7TCRVT 1320: Straight thru Rear Vent for 13”-20” venting components rear vent term Vent Applications...
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Operating Instructions Glass Information Only glass approved by CFM Corporation should be used on this fireplace. • The use of any non-approved replacement glass will void all product warranties. • Care must be taken to avoid breakage of the glass. •...
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Logs Ember Material and Lava Rock Placement Separate the ember material into small pieces, roughly The 36CDVX logs are shipped in place. If a log is 1/2” in diameter and place on the front burner tube. Do broken, refer to the replacement parts list for a replace- NOT pack down, leave in fluffy, loose condition for most ment.
CDVX Series 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.
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CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Lighting and Operating Instructions For Fireplaces equipped with SIT822 Gas Valve (EN or EP) Warning: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury and loss of life. FOR YOUR SAFETY READ THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS BEFORE LIGHTING THE APPLIANCE Follow the gas suppliers instructions.
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Troubleshooting the Gas Control System SIT NOVA 820 MILLIVOLT VALVE NOTE: Before trouble shooting the gas control system, be sure external gas shut off is in the “On” position. WARNING: BEFORE DOING ANY GAS CONTROL SERVICE WORK, REMOVE GLASS FRONT. SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION...
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Fuel Conversion Instructions Remove Screws Rear Log The conversion of this appliance from one Support gas to another must be carried out by an authorized service provider. The procedure for converting from one gas to Pilot Assembly another is the same regardless of the initial gas used.
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 3. Install the enclosed identification label (F) to the valve body where it can be easily seen. Pilot Hood Testing for Leaks 1. Apply gas to the system and light the pilot. 2. With a soapy solution check for leaks around the pilot assembly where the tube enters the pilot assembly.
CDVX Series 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.
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 6a,b 14a,b CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. CDVX Units: GFRL1J1, GFTN1J0 Ref. Description 36CDVX ����� Log Rear Assy 20012251 ����...
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CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace CDVX (continued) Ref. Description 36CDVX Flexible Gas Line w/ON/Off Shut-Off Valve 20002500 Fan Assy (FK12 Option) ZA1110 Electrical Cord (6 ft.) 51865 Door Assy 20010207 Frame Window 20010320 Clamp Frame Window 10000949 Top Louvre Assy 20010179 Bottom Louvre Assy 20010179...
CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Optional Accessories Available Fan Kits Wiring Instructions FK12 The fireplace, when installed, must be electrically connected and grounded in This auxiliary fan system increases the efficiency of the accordance with local codes or, in the circulation of the heating air.
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY CDVX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY All Vermont Castings gas stoves, gas inserts, and gas fireplaces, and all Majestic or Northern Flame 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 •...
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