Empire Comfort Systems TRADITIONAL DXT30IN LP Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual
Empire Comfort Systems TRADITIONAL DXT30IN LP Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Empire Comfort Systems TRADITIONAL DXT30IN LP Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

Direct vent gas fireplace insert

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EMPIRE
EMPIRE
Comfort Systems
DIRECT VENT GAS
FIREpLACE INSERT
TRADITIONAL
DXT(30,35)IN91(N,P)-1
UL FILE NO. Mh 30033
GAS-FIRED
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket,
permanently located, manufactured home (USA only)
or mobile home, where not prohibited by state or local
codes.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas
indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not
convertible for use with other gases, unless a certified
kit is used.
If not installed, operated and maintained in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions, this product
could expose you to substances in fuel or from fuel
combustion which can cause death or serious illness.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER'S MANUAL
WARNING
Fireplace Insert
Installer:
Leave this manual with the appliance.
Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING: If the information in these instructions
are 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
qualified installer, service agency or the gas sup-
plier.
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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS EMPIRE EMPIRE AND OWNER'S MANUAL Comfort Systems Fireplace Insert DIRECT VENT GAS FIREpLACE INSERT TRADITIONAL DXT(30,35)IN91(N,P)-1 UL FILE NO. Mh 30033 GAS-FIRED Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance. This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket, Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference. permanently located, manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home, where not prohibited by state or local codes.
  • Page 2: Product Registration Card

    CARTON CONTENTS Index Description Quantity Number Supplied Latch Tool Product Registration Card Label Plate Warning Label 1/4-20 Bolt Leveling Leg AA Battery AAA Battery Rock Wool See pages 42 to 43 for ordering repair parts. Page 2 31210-1-0713...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION pAGE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ..................4 SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS ..............5 INTRODUCTION ........................... 6 SPECIFICATIONS & ACCESSORIES ................... 7 FIREPLACE INSERT DIMENSIONS ..................8-9 MANTEL AND TRIM CLEARANCES ..................... 9 GAS SUPPLY ..........................10 VENTING AND INSTALLATION .....................
  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    IMpORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT GLASS FRONT PANEL INSTALLED • Under no circumstances should any solid fuels DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not (wood, coal, paper or cardboard etc.) be used in avoided, will result in death or serious injury. this appliance.
  • Page 5: Safety Information For Users Of Lp-Gas

    SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF Lp-GAS Propane (LP-Gas) is a flammable gas which can cause fires SOME pOINTS TO REMEMBER and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and • Learn to recognize the odor of LP-gas. Your local LP-Gas colorless.
  • Page 6: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Instructions to Installer WARNING 1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after installation. ANY ChANGE TO ThIS FIREpLACE OR ITS CONTROLS 2. Installer must have owner fill out and mail product registration CAN BE DANGEROUS. card supplied with the fireplace. Improper installation or use of the fireplace can cause 3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate the insert. serious injury or death from fire, burns, explosions, or This direct vent gas fireplace heater is designed to operate with carbon monoxide poisoning...
  • Page 7: Specifications & Accessories

    SpECIFICATIONS & ACCESSOREIS DXT30IN DECORATIVE FRONTS Input Btu/hr (Maximum) 30,000 30,000 Model Description Used On Input Btu/hr (Minimum) 24,000 21,000 DF30ABL “Accord” - Black DXT30IN KWH (Maximum) 8.79 8.79 DF30AHP “Accord” - Hammered Pewter DXT30IN KWH (Minimum) 7.03 6.15 DF30ASS “Accord”...
  • Page 8: Fireplace Insert Dimensions

    FIREpLACE INSERT DIMENSIONS When planning a fireplace insert installation, it’s necessary to • Electrical supply requirements. determine: • Proper opening size of fireplace required for installation of • The vent system configuration to be used. the fireplace insert. • Gas supply piping. 2 7/32" INTAKE VENT FLUE VENT INSERT DIMENSIONS (in inches) DIMENSION DXT30IN DXT35IN 20-1/8 24-1/16 29-3/8 33-3/8 18-5/8 21-3/4 26-3/4 30-3/4 16-3/8 18-15/16 20-5/8 16-3/8 19-3/4 29-3/8 33-3/8 13-7/8...
  • Page 9: Mantel And Trim Clearances

    FIREpLACE INSERT DIMENSIONS Fireplace opening Dimensional Information/Sizing MINIMUM FIREpLACE OpENING DIMENSIONS (dimensions in inches) FRONT REAR MODEL DEPTH HEIGHT A* WIDTH WIDTH DXT30IN 19-1/2 29-1/2 16-1/2 17-1/8 DXT35IN 23-9/16 33-1/2 19-5/8 20-3/4 Figure 2 MANTEL AND TRIM CLEARANCES Combustible Material No greeting cards, stockings or ornamentation of any type should be placed on or attached to the fireplace. The flow of heat can ignite combustibles.
  • Page 10: Gas Supply

    GAS SUppLY The gas pipeline can be brought in through the right or left side of Installing the Main Gas Cock the appliance. The insert has a Flexline with shutoff valve located on Each appliance should have its own manual gas cock. the right side when facing the unit.
  • Page 11: Venting And Installation

    VENTING AND INSTALLATION Before beginning, remove glass door and log package from NOTICE: The following statement is also provided on a separate unit. Also check to make sure there is no hidden damage label plate in the instruction packet. Prior to installation of the fire- to the unit. Take a minute and plan out the gas, venting place insert, the installer must mechanically secure this warning and electrical route. It is best to start with the gas line first, plate to the inside of the fireplace for future reference as required.
  • Page 12: Bolt

    VENTING AND INSTALLATION Vent System Approvals the bottom ends of the flex pipes to the starting collars with the Figure 9 shows the vent termination caps and systems approved adjustable band clamps provided. Slide the gas insert into place, for use with these models. Approved vent system terminations are and position any excess flex vent pipe back up into the chimney.
  • Page 13 VENTING AND INSTALLATION Figure 9 31210-1-0713 Page 13...
  • Page 14: Vertical Termination

    VERTICAL TERMINATION Determining Minimum Vent height Above the Roof. Vertical Through the Roof Applications The Gas Fireplace Insert has been approved for: a) Vertical installations up to 40 feet in height (top of insert to cap). WARNING b) Ensure that existing vent run has no more than two sets of 45 Major U.S.
  • Page 15: Glass Assembly Removal

    GLASS ASSEMBLY REMOVAL 1. Remove the air deflector as shown in Figure 12. 6. Angle the glass towards you from the top and firmly pull out. Remove the air deflector from the outer firebox by removing CAUTION the two #8 x 1/2” Phillips truss head screws. See Figure 12. Bottom glass clips do not require use of the latch tool to disen- gage them from the glass assembly. However, they are tightly sprung and some force is needed to disengage them from the glass assembly.
  • Page 16: Glass Assembly Placement

    GLASS ASSEMBLY pLACEMENT 1. Place the bottom of the glass assembly into the firebox and 1. Slide the air deflector into place as shown in Figure 17. angle the top in. Secure the air deflector to the outer firebox with the two #8 x 1/2” Phillips truss head screws (provided). See Figure CAUTION Ensure the bottom glass clips engage to the glass assembly. Figure 17 Figure 15 Secure the glass assembly in place with one hand. 3. Insert the Latch Tool into the firebox at the top and hook it onto the right glass clip.
  • Page 17: Fiber Liner Placement

    FIBER LINER pLACEMENT See page 15 for Glass removal. 3. Slide the left liner into the firebox. Secure the left liner with a Place the rear liner into the insert. retainer bracket by screwing the bracket to the ceiling of the Insert with one #10 x 1/2” screw. Figure 18 2. Slide the right liner into the firebox. Secure the right liner with a retainer bracket by screwing the bracket to the ceiling of the Insert with one #10 x 1/2”...
  • Page 18: Reflective Liner Placement

    REFLECTIVE LINER pLACEMENT See page 15 for Glass removal. Place the burner cover into the Insert. Angle one corner into Tilt the burner cover out from the back past the front of the the bottom first, and then set the other corner down. Gently unit. Tilt the burner cover to the side and lift out. See Figure lower the burner down over the burner and onto the firebox 21. Set the burner cover aside. If a reflective burner cover is bottom.
  • Page 19: Reflective Liner Placement

    REFLECTIVE LINER pLACEMENT 5. Slide the left liner into the firebox. Secure the left liner with a 4. Slide the right liner into the firebox. Secure the right liner with retainer bracket by screwing the bracket to the ceiling of the a retainer bracket by screwing the bracket to the ceiling of Insert with one #10 x 1/2” screw. the Insert with one #10 x 1/2” screw. Figure 27 Figure 26 To remove liners, reverse the steps in this section.
  • Page 20: Log Identification

    LOG IDENTIFICATION Log Identification Chart - Top View Burner Pin Locations Log ID picture Rear Log DXT30 Part No. 31213 DXT35 Part No. 31220 Left Log Figure 28 DXT30 Part No. 31212 DXT35 Part No. 31219 Right Log DXT30 Part No. 31214 DXT35 Part No. 31221 Log Chunk DXT30 Part No.
  • Page 21: Log Placement

    LOG pLACEMENT One bag of embers is included with the original purchase of the appliance. Use only half of the bag (approximately 0.4 oz) for ember placement and save the rest for use after maintenance. Notice: Burner Pins #1,2, and 4 shown gray for clarity. EMBER pLACEMENT - EMpTY BURNER (DXT30 Shown) Notice: Cover all ports except slots.
  • Page 22 LOG pLACEMENT Place Rear Log (A) onto burner pins #1 and #2. See Figure 28 for burner pin identification. TOp VIEW (DXT30 Shown) FRONT VIEW (DXT30 Shown) Page 22 31210-1-0713...
  • Page 23 LOG pLACEMENT Place Left Log (B) onto the two left pins on (A) log and angled down to sit outside the grate. NOTICE: Log should not touch grate tang. TOp VIEW (DXT30 Shown) FRONT VIEW (DXT30 Shown) 31210-1-0713 Page 23...
  • Page 24 LOG pLACEMENT Place Right Log (C) onto the two right pins on (A) log and angled down to sit outside the grate and onto burner pin #4. See Figure 28 for burner pin identification. NOTICE: Log should not touch grate tang. TOp VIEW (DXT30 Shown) FRONT VIEW (DXT30 Shown) Page 24 31210-1-0713...
  • Page 25 LOG pLACEMENT Place Log Chunk (D) onto burner pins #3 and #5. See Figure 28 for burner pin identification. TOp VIEW (DXT30 Shown) FRONT VIEW (DXT30 Shown) 31210-1-0713 Page 25...
  • Page 26 LOG pLACEMENT Place Right Center Log (F) onto the two pins on (C) log and burner pin #6. See Figure 28 for burner pin identification. TOp VIEW (DXT30 Shown) FRONT VIEW (DXT30 Shown) Page 26 31210-1-0713...
  • Page 27 LOG pLACEMENT Place Left Center Log (E) onto the two pins on (B) log and burner pin #7. See Figure 28 for burner pin identification. TOp VIEW (DXT30 Shown) FRONT VIEW (DXT30 Shown) 31210-1-0713 Page 27...
  • Page 28: Log Placement

    LOG pLACEMENT Place Front Log (G) onto the center pin on (A) log and against the back of the center grate tang. TOp VIEW (DXT30 Shown) FRONT VIEW (DXT30 Shown) Page 28 31210-1-0713...
  • Page 29: Safety Screen Barrier, Surround And Decorative Front Installation

    SAFETY SCREEN BARRIER, SURROUND AND DECORATIVE FRONT INSTALLATION Installation of Air Deflector Installation of Surround Note: Air deflector is included in the carton with the Decorative Slide the hooks on the surround over the four pegs (two Fronts. each side) on the firebox. The surround fits over the optional Note: Air deflector must be installed before installation fireplace screen and onto the same pegs on the firebox. See of screen, surround and/or front accessories in this Figure 31.
  • Page 30: Lighting Instructions

    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. When C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob. lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.
  • Page 31: Ipi System Wiring Diagram

    IpI SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM If any of the original wire as supplied with this unit must be CAUTION replaced, it must be replaced with equivalent gauge and tem- Do not operate the appliance with glass panel removed, perature rated wire. cracked or broken. Replacement of the panel should be done by a licensed or qualified service person.
  • Page 32: Remote Control Operation Instructions

    REMOTE CONTROL OpERATION INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE: ON/OFF rocker switch must be ON for the remote to operate. Features: Main Burner ON/OFF Main Burner flame modulation (6 levels) Choice of standing or intermittent pilot Thermostat or Smart thermostat functions On/Off relay* Comfort Fan speed modulation (6 levels) *Not available on DXT(30,35)IN models.
  • Page 33 REMOTE CONTROL OpERATION INSTRUCTIONS Initializing the System for the First Time Install the three AAA type batteries in the Transmitter battery bay located on the base of the Transmitter (back side). See Figure 33. Power the receiver With the ON/OFF rocker switch turned ON, press red button on the module.
  • Page 34 REMOTE CONTROL OpERATION INSTRUCTIONS Remote Flame Control The Proflame has six flame levels. With the system ON and the flame level at the maximum in the appliance, pressing the DOWN ARROW key once will reduce the flame height by one step until the flame is turned OFF. The UP ARROW key will increase the flame height each time it is pressed. If the UP ARROW key is pressed while the system is ON but the flame is OFF, the flame will come ON in the high position. Figure 36 - Flame OFF Figure 37 - Flame Level 1 Figure 38 - Flame Level 5 Figure 39 - Flame Level Maximum...
  • Page 35 REMOTE CONTROL OpERATION INSTRUCTIONS Thermostat Transmitter Operation SMART Thermostat Operation The Remote Control can operate as a room thermostat. The ther- The Smart Thermostat function adjusts the flame height in accor- mostat can be set to a desired temperature to control the comfort dance with the difference between the set point temperature and level in a room.
  • Page 36 REMOTE CONTROL OpERATION INSTRUCTIONS Fan Speed Control Continuous pilot/Intermittent pilot (CpI/IpI) Selection The speed of the fan can be controlled by the Proflame system. With the system in “OFF” position press the MODE key (Figure The fan speed can be adjusted through six speeds. 32a) to index to the CPI mode icon. See Figures 45 and 46. To activate this function, use the MODE key (Figure 32a) to Pressing the UP ARROW key will activate the Continuous Pilot index to the fan control icon.
  • Page 37 REMOTE CONTROL OpERATION INSTRUCTIONS Key Lock Using the Insert Without a Remote Control This function will lock the keys to avoid unsupervised operation. Remove the decorative front and outer surround (page 29) to ac- cess the module. With the ON/OFF rocker switch in the ON posi- To activate this function, press MODE and UP keys at the same tion, press with SW1 button on the module.
  • Page 38: Insert Maintenance And Service

    INSERT MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE Checking Vent System Although the frequency of servicing and maintenance will depend Frequency: Before initial use and at least annually thereafter, on use and the type of installation, you should have a qualified more frequently if possible. service technician perform an appliance checkup at the beginning By: Qualified service technician/Home owner. of each heating season. Specific guidelines regarding each Task: Inspect the external vent cap on a regular basis to ensure appliance maintenance task are listed below.
  • Page 39: Blower Removal/Replacement

    BLOWER REMOVAL/REpLACEMENT Blower Removal/Replacement Instructions - From the Front The appliance, when installed, must be electrically con- Servicing or removal of the blower system must be performed by nected and grounded in accordance with local codes or, a qualified service person. in the absence of local codes, with the current CSA C22.1 If the blower assembly must be replaced, the following steps are Canadian Electrical Code.
  • Page 40 BLOWER REMOVAL/REpLACEMENT 14. Slide the burner to the right and lift out. See Figure 52. 17. Pull blower far enough through the blower access hole to NOTICE: Sliding the burner to the right ensures that the disconnect the wires at the connectors. See Figure 55. Once orifice disengages from the venturi.
  • Page 41: Decorative Fronts

    DECORATIVE FRONTS 31210-1-0713 Page 41...
  • Page 42: Parts List

    pARTS LIST pART NUMBER INDEX NO. DESCRIpTION DXT30IN DXT35IN 28939 28939 BRACKET, INJECTOR R7624 R7624 AIR SHUTTER R11530 R11530 VENTURI R10933 R10933 GASKET TUBE BURNER 31200 31202 BURNER SUB-ASSEMBLY R11524 R11524 WIRE HARNESS, RECEIVER R11522 R11522 PROFLAME TRANSMITTER 28858 28889 TRADITIONAL BASE LINER ASSEMBLY R11538 R11557...
  • Page 43: Exploded View

    EXpLODED VIEW 31210-1-0713 Page 43...
  • Page 44: Master Parts Distributor List

    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.
  • Page 45: Warranty

    WARRANTY Empire Comfort Systems Inc. warranties this hearth product to be free from defects at the time of purchase and for the pe- riods specified below. Hearth products must be installed by a qualified technician and must be maintained and operated safely, in accordance with the instructions in the owner’s manual. This warranty applies to the original purchaser only and is not transferable. All warranty repairs must be accomplished by a qualified gas appliance technician. Limited Lifetime Parts Warranty – Combustion Chamber, Heat Exchanger, and Factory-Installed Glass If the combustion chamber, heat exchanger (see parts list) or factory-installed glass fails because of defective work- manship or material, Empire will repair or replace at Empire’s option.
  • Page 46: Appliance Service History

    AppLIANCE SERVICE hISTORY Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service performed/Notes Page 46 31210-1-0713...
  • Page 47: Appliance Service History

    AppLIANCE SERVICE hISTORY Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service performed/Notes 31210-1-0713 Page 47...
  • Page 48 Empire Comfort Systems Inc. EMPIRE EMPIRE 918 Freeburg Ave. Belleville, IL 62220 If you have a general question about our products, please e-mail us at info@empirecomfort.com. If you have a service or repair question, please contact your dealer. Comfort Systems www.empirecomfort.com Page 48 31210-1-0713...

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