Travis Industries DVS User Manual

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Page 1: Introduction & Important Info
DVS Insert Direct Vent Fireplace Insert ¥ MASONRY or ZERO CLEARANCE (METAL) FIREPLACE APPROVED ¥ MOBILE HOME APPROVED Listed ANSI Z21.44, Z21.11.4 CAN/CGA 1-2.19-M81, IR41, IR55, 2.17-M91 WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
Page 2: Safety Precautions
AFETY RECAUTIONS ¥ IF YOU SMELL GAS: * Do not light any appliance * Extinguish any open flame * Do not touch any electrical switch or plug or unplug anything * Open windows and vacate building * Call gas supplier from neighbor's house, if not reached, call fire department ¥...
Page 3 Always follow ¥ If the fiber logs become the instructions in this damaged, replace with manual. Travis Industries log set. ¥ Do not touch the hot ¥ Plug the heater into a surfaces of the heater. 120V grounded electrical Educate all children of the outlet.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
ABLE OF ONTENTS Introduction & Important Info. Operating Your Heater ....1 Before You Begin.......... 18 Safety Precautions ..........2 Location of Controls ........18 Features & Specifications Starting The Pilot Flame ....... 19 ......5 Starting the Heater for the First Time .... 20 Installation Options .........
Page 5: Features & Specifications
This unit has passed the ANSI Face Size: Width Height wall furnace 32" 21-5/8" Discovery & Rosario (Avanti) standard as tested 30" 22" FPX 32 DVS by OMNI 15-3/4"* 31-5/8" 21-1/2" Heritage Bay Environmental 30-1/2" 22-1/2" Salish Bay Services, Inc. 33-7/8"...
Page 6: Insert Installation
3" (75 mm) UL 1777 Gas Liner ¥ Direct Vent Cap (Simpson Duravent Part # 991) ¥ Direct Vent Adapter (Simpson Duravent Part # 923GK) Items Packed with the Travis Ind. DVS ¥ DVS Insert ¥ Log Set (2 Logs, 2 Twigs, Embers) ¥...
Page 7: Insert Placement
NSERT NSTALLATION - For Qualified Installers Only! Insert For tight fits (under 24" (610 mm)), you Placement may remove the manifold. See the section "Removing the Manifold" ¥ Insert must be placed within a Min. 30-3/8" (772 mm) - Includes 6" (150 mm) code for gas line installation conforming...
Page 8: Floor Protection
NSERT NSTALLATION CONT - For Qualified Installers Only! Floor Protection ¥ The heater must be installed on a non-combustible hearth extending a minimum 12" (305 mm) from the fireplace opening (local codes may require a larger hearth). Minimum width is 32" (813 mm). Gas Line Installation The gas line must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any;...
Page 9: Vent Requirements
NSERT NSTALLATION - For Qualified Installers Only! Vent Requirements The gas appliance and vent system must be vented directly to the outside of the building, and never be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel or gas-burning appliance. Each direct vent gas appliance must use it's own separate vent system.
Page 10: Vent Location
NSERT NSTALLATION CONT - For Qualified Installers Only! Vent Location Center Line Inlet (3Ó (75 mm) Dia.) Exhaust (3Ó (75 mm) Dia.) 13-1/2" 13-1/4" (343 mm) 2-1/2" 2-1/2" (337 mm) (64 mm) (64 mm) Fireplace 15-3/4" Opening (400 mm) Vent Configurations Inlet &...
Page 11: Surround Panel Installation
(10 mm) gap is allowed between the sides and top of the face Discovery & Rosario (Avanti) 32" 21-5/8" and the fireplace (for ventiliation). Wire mesh screen may be FPX 32 DVS 30" 22" placed over this gap. Heritage Bay 31-5/8"...
Page 12: Manifold Removal And Installation
NSERT NSTALLATION CONT - For Qualified Installers Only! Surround Panel Installation (continued) 3 Install the on/off switch following the directions below. Disconnect the on/off switch from the red and brown wires leading from the heater. Insert the switch into the hole in the upper right of the panel trim until it locks in place.
Page 13: Electrical Connection
NSERT NSTALLATION - For Qualified Installers Only! MANIFOLD REMOVAL: 1 Remove the glass (see the instructions on page 14). 2 Remove the four bolts inside the firebox that hold the manifold to the exhaust ducts. 3 Remove the three screws holding the convection top to the insert. NOTE: When replacing the manifold, use the convection top to guide the manifold.
Page 14: Glass Removal
INALIZING THE NSTALLATION - For Qualified Installers Only! Turn the gas control valve to "OFF" prior to conducting any service. 1 Follow the instructions below to remove the glass. Removing the Glass Replacing the Glass Loosen the nuts on the top and side glass clips until they are flush with the end of the stud (do...
Page 15: Log, Twig, And Ember Installation
3 Install the face following the instructions included with the face (NOTE: The FPX 32 DVS requires the glass to be replaced prior to installing the face - see step 4 below).
Page 16: Finalizing The Installation
INALIZING THE NSTALLATION CONT - For Qualified Installers Only! 4 Replace the glass. Make sure the glass is centered, the gasket remains in place, and the glass forms an air-tight seal. Tighten the glass clips to secure the glass. See the illustration on page 14. 5 Turn on gas to the heater.
Page 17: Air Shutter Adjustment
If the air shutter is in its fully open position, yet the flames remain sooty, shut off gas to the heater and contact your Travis Industries Dealer for a remedy. If the vent configuration is installed incorrectly the vent may cause the flames inside the heater to lift or "ghost"...
Page 18: Operating Your Heater
PERATING EATER Before You Begin Read this entire manual before you use your new appliance (especially the section "Safety Precautions" on pages 2 & 3). Failure to follow the instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Location of Controls - See explanation below ON/OFF Switch The Pilot Flame...
Page 19: Starting The Pilot Flame
PERATING EATER ONTINUED Starting The Pilot Flame The pilot flame is required to ignite the main burners (it also plays a safety role). It should be left on once lit. It will stay lit unless the gas control valve is turned to "OFF". However, the pilot will go out if the gas is shut off, the propane tank runs out (or low) or if the stove malfunctions.
Page 20: Starting The Heater For The First Time
PERATING EATER ONTINUED Starting the Heater for the First Time + Start the heater and allow it to burn on medium for one hour. This will help cure the paint. + Fumes and smoke from the paint curing and oil burning off the steel may occur the first time you start your heater.
Page 21: Adjusting The Blower Speed
PERATING EATER ONTINUED Adjusting the Blower Speed + The blower helps transfer the heat from the heater into the room. It will not turn on until the heater is up to temperature (approximately 10 minutes after starting). See the illustration below for instructions on adjusting the blower speed.
Page 22: Maintaining Your Heater's Appearance
AINTAINING EATER Maintaining Your Heater's Appearance Fingerprints or other marks left on the gold surface may become etched in place if they are not wiped clean prior to turning the heater on. Clean the surfaces with denatured alcohol and a soft cloth. Cleaning Your Heater ¥...
Page 23: Troubleshooting Table
ROUBLESHOOTING Problem: Possible Cause: Don't Call for Service Until You: Pilot Will Not Flame A gas shut off valve is turned off Check all gas shut off valves See "Starting the Pilot Flame" The gas control knob isn't turned to "PILOT" See "Starting the Pilot Flame"...
Page 24: Troubleshooting
ROUBLESHOOTING ONTINUED How this Heater Works This heater was designed with safety as the primary concern. Many of the components inside this heater are for safety purposes. Therefore, only certified gas service technicians should service this heater. What Turns the Main Burners On and Off This heater uses a millivolt system to control its operation (a millivolt is a very small amount of electricity).
Page 25: Wiring Diagram
ROUBLESHOOTING ONTINUED Why Nothing Should Be Placed Against the Heater Your heater has a grill on the sides, bottom, and top that must not be blocked. These openings are used to draw room air over the hottest parts of the heater and distribute the warmed air into the room.
Page 26: Warranty
At that time, you may be asked to ship your appliance, freight charges prepaid, to TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC., at its option, will repair or replace, free of charge, your TRAVIS appliance if it is found to be defective in material or workmanship within the time frame stated within this 7 year warranty.
Page 27: Listing Information
ISTING NFORMATION The safety label can be found on the card behind the control cover. A copy is shown below.
Page 28: Optional Equipment
PTIONAL QUIPMENT Propane Conversion Kit (Part # 98900744) The propane conversion kit should be installed prior to installing the heater and gas inlet (if not, shut off gas and disconnect the gas inlet). Items Needed For Assembly ¥ 1/4" Nutdriver ¥...
Page 29 PTIONAL QUIPMENT ONTINUED 3 Remove the burner pan from the burner pan box following the instructions below. Remove the two screws holding the burner box front in place. 1/4" Nutdriver Remove the burner box front. Rotate the burner pan upwards. Slide the burner pan to the left until the fixed shutter disengages from the orifice.
Page 30 PTIONAL QUIPMENT ONTINUED 4 Follow the directions below to remove the natural gas orifice. Apply thread sealant to the LP orifice (.0625 dia. - it has ".0625" stamped on it) and tighten in place with a 1/2" open end wrench. Replace the spring.
Page 31 PTIONAL QUIPMENT ONTINUED Remove the pilot orifice following the instructions below. Replace with the propane pilot orifice. The propane conversion kit includes a .016Ó (labeled LP 16) or .011Ó (labeled LP 11) pilot orifice. The .016Ó orifice is preferred because it allows for larger pilot adjustment. Pull the pilot orifice Orifice Identification: Remove the pilot...
Page 32 PTIONAL QUIPMENT ONTINUED 7 Replace the pilot assembly (follow the instructions in step 6 in reverse order). Make sure the pilot assembly gasket is placed correctly. 8 Replace the rear log shelf (see step 2). Install the logs and embers. Replace the glass. 9 Remove the regulator from the front of the gas control valve.
Page 33 PTIONAL QUIPMENT ONTINUED...
Page 34: Thermostat
PTIONAL QUIPMENT ONTINUED Thermostat (Part # 99300650) Do not connect 120 VAC to the gas control valve or wiring of this unit. 1 Expose the back of the on/off switch (it is either on the upper right corner of the surround panels or on the controls bracket to the right of the gas control valve).
Page 35: Remote Control Thermostat
PTIONAL QUIPMENT ONTINUED Remote Thermostat Do not connect 110-120 VAC to the gas control valve or wiring system of this unit. ¥ Follow the instructions included with the remote thermostat for installation. IMPORTANT OPERATIONAL NOTE FOR REMOTE THERMOSTAT USE: Included with the remote thermostat is a set of instructions that should be given to the homeowner. Please be aware that the remote thermostat has a 1 to 2 minute lag time between the time the thermostat is turned up and the heater turns on.
Page 36: Index
NDEX 271002 Adjusting the Blower Speed ......... 21 Lifting Flames ............... 17 Adjusting the Flame Height .......... 20 Listing Label (Safety Label) .......... 27 AFUE ................5 Log Installation ............15 Air Shutter Adjustment ..........17 Maintaining Your Stove's Appearance ......22 Altitude Considerations ..........

Travis Industries DVS User Manual

Introduction & Important Info

Safety Precautions

Features & Specifications

Insert Installation

Finalizing the Installation

Operating Your Heater

Maintaining Your Heater

Troubleshooting

Warranty

Listing Information

Optional Equipment

Addendum

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