Direct Vent Model: DVR28IN Homeowner’s Installation and Operating Instructions � � �� � � � � � IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ALWAYS READ THIS MANUAL FIRST BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR USE THIS FIREPLACE ����� WARNING! ����� ����� IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL IS NOT ����...
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Table of Contents Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a CFM Corporation fireplace. Installation & Operating Instructions Safety Information ..........................3 Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts ..............5 Fireplace Dimensions ..........................6 Minimum Clearance Illustrations ......................6 Firestop Framing ..........................6...
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Installation & Operating Instructions WARNING Safety Information for the Installer 1. Always read all warnings and installation instruc- 6. Never attempt to operate this direct vent fireplace tions before attempting to install this fireplace.
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Burn the fireplace for at least ten (10) hours the first time you use it, to break it in properly. If the DVR28IN Certified to ANSI Z21.88b-2008 / CSA 2.33b- optional fan kit has been installed, place the fan 2008 Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters switch in the “OFF”...
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Installation & Operating Instructions Requirements for the Commonwealth of Inspection 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.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 3. Make sure framing for firestop is correct. NOTE: Locating Your Fireplace Firestop is for combustible walls. Refer to firestop framing instructions on Pages 6 and 14, Figures 3 and 17. 4. Plumb for gas connection. Refer to Gas Line Instal- lation on Page 8.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Gas Line Installation Sheet Metal Screws (8) Always remove the front window frame as- sembly before purging the gas lines. The gas pipeline can be brought in under the bottom of the fireplace. The gas line connections will be covered by bottom trim.
FP1750 Fig. 8 DVR28 wiring diagram. Restrictor Plate Installation Flue Diverter The DVR28IN is shipped with a restrictor plate for ex- tended pipe runs other than straight out installations. A guide for usage is shown in Figure 10. Remove NOTE: Some installations may require some adjust-...
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace General Venting There must not be any obstruction such as bushes, Your fireplace is approved to be vented either through garden sheds, fences, decks or utility buildings within the side wall, or vertically through the roof.
Vermont Castings DVR28 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”...
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace How to Use the Vent Graph Rear Wall Venting Applications The vent chart should be read in conjunction with the When installed as a rear vent unit this appliance may following vent installation instructions to determine the...
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Rear Wall Installation Adjustable 1” (25 mm) Clear- #8 Screws (2) ance between Zero Twist Lock Pipe Zero Clear- Clearance Sleeve ance Sleeve and Framing STEP 1 Locate vent opening on the wall. To locate hole center...
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace The Vent Graph shows the relationship between vertical B 7’ and horizontal side wall venting and will help to deter- (178 cm) mine the various dimensions allowable. A 10’ (254 cm) Minimum clearance between vent pipes and com- bustible materials is 2”(51 mm) on top and 1”...
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace If installing a snorkel, a minimum 24” (610 mm) vertical rise is necessary. The maximum horizontal run with the 24” vertical pipe is 36” (914 mm). This measurement is taken from the collar of the fireplace (or transition elbow) to the face of the exterior wall.
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Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace • The maximum angular variation allowed in the sys- Attic Insulation Shield tem is 270°. (Fig. 26) • The minimum height of the vent above the highest point of penetration through the roof is 2’ (610 mm).
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Operating Instructions Glass Information Window Frame Assembly WARNING Fireplace Front Never attempt to operate this direct vent fireplace if the front glass panel is missing, open, cracked or broken, as carbon monoxide poisoning could result.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Initial Lighting of Fireplace Flame Characteristics 1. Install batteries supplied with remote control accord- It is important to periodically perform a visual check of ing to instructions on Page 22. the pilot and the burner flames. Compare them to Fig- ures 35-36.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Lighting & Operating Instructions For Fireplaces equipped with AF4000 Gas Valve Warning: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result, causing property damage, personal injury and loss of life.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Hand-Held Remote Transmitter Operating Instructions If you cannot read or understand these installation instructions, do not attempt to operate. Introduction This transmitter operating range is approximately 20 feet (6 m). The transmitter operates on one of 1,048,576 security codes that are programmed into the transmitter at the factory;...
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Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Setting ° F / ° C Scale ����� The factory setting for temperature is ° F. To change this setting to ° C; Press the ON H/L key and the OFF CONTINUOUS PILOT ����...
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Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace To Change the Set Temperature Press and hold the SET key until the desired set tem- perature is reached. (By pressing and holding the set key, the LCD screen set numbers will increase from 45°...
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Troubleshooting AF4000 Valve If erratic system behavior is observed that cannot be resolved by the methods outlined below, ensure that there is not a transmitter with batteries installed that may be interfering. If a transmitter is packed with batteries installed, its buttons may be depressed sending a constant signal which can interfere with the transmission of desired signals.
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Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Troubleshooting AF4000 Valve (continued) Pilot will not light/stay lit • Verify the gas supply is turned on. • Verify the receiver is receiving the signal from the transmitter by listening for a beep from the receiver when ON is pressed on the transmitter. If you do not hear a beep, ensure the module has learned the transmitter (see above).
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Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Troubleshooting AF4000 Valve (continued) • Ensure the CONTINUOUS PILOT switch on the control module (Fig. 37) is set Pilot flame is always on/ will to OFF. not extinguish • Verify the gas supply is turned on.
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Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Troubleshooting AF4000 Valve (continued) • Room temperature dis- Ensure the transmitter was not recently stored in a different environment (air-con- played on handheld trans- ditioned, heated) from that in which the transmitter is being tested. It may take up mitter is not correct.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Maintenance Burner and Burner Compartment WARNING It is important to keep the burner and the burner Always use a qualified technician or service agency compartment clean. At least once per year the burner to perform any repairs to this fireplace.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. DVR28IN (GFYN4G0) 12301 DVR28 parts Ref. Description DVR28 3/07 Burner Tube...
Vermont Castings DVR28 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) •...
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