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EMPIRE
EMPIRE
Comfort Systems
the tahoe Direct vent Zero clearance Gas
Fireplace heater
installer:
leave this manual with the appliance.
consumer: retain this manual for future reference.
WarninG: if the information in these instruc-
tions 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 flamma-
ble 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 suppli-
er'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
supplier.
installation instrUctions
oWner's ManUal
GAS-FIRED
anD
Direct vent
Gas Fireplace heater
MoDel series
Millivolt
DvD32Fp3(0,1,2,3)(n,p)-2
DvD36Fp3(0,1,2,3)(n,p)-2
DvD42Fp3(0,1,2,3)(n,p)-2
DvD48Fp3(0,1,2,3)(n,p)-2
Direct iGnition
DvD32Fp5(0,1,2,3)n-3
DvD36Fp5(0,1,2,3)n-3
DvD42Fp5(0,1,2,3)n-3
DvD48Fp5(0,1,2,3)n-3
Ul File no. Mh30033
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.
WarninG: if not installed, operated and
maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's in-
structions, this product could expose you to substances
in fuel or from fuel combustion which can cause death
or serious illness.
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Page 1: Direct Vent
EMPIRE EMPIRE oWner’s ManUal Comfort Systems Direct vent the tahoe Direct vent Zero clearance Gas Fireplace heater Gas Fireplace heater MoDel series Millivolt DvD32Fp3(0,1,2,3)(n,p)-2 DvD36Fp3(0,1,2,3)(n,p)-2 DvD42Fp3(0,1,2,3)(n,p)-2 DvD48Fp3(0,1,2,3)(n,p)-2 Direct iGnition DvD32Fp5(0,1,2,3)n-3 GAS-FIRED DvD36Fp5(0,1,2,3)n-3 DvD42Fp5(0,1,2,3)n-3 DvD48Fp5(0,1,2,3)n-3 Ul File no. Mh30033 installer: leave this manual with the appliance. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
taBle oF contents section page Important Safety Information ..........................3 Safety Information for Users of LP Gas ......................4 Requirements for Massachusetts ........................5 Introduction ............................... 6 Specifications ..............................7 Fireplace Dimensions ............................8 Clearances ................................9 Locating Fireplace ............................10 Gas Supply ............................... -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
iMportant saFetY inForMation Before enclosing the vent pipe assembly, operate the appliance to ensure it is venting properly. DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT GLASS FRONT PANEL INSTALLED • If this appliance is installed directly on carpeting, • Adequate accessibility clearances for servicing and tile or other combustible material other than wood proper operation. -
Page 4: 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 by point with the members of your household. someday when and explosions. in its natural state, propane is odorless there may not be a minute to lose, everyone’s safety will depend and colorless. -
Page 5: Requirements For Massachusetts
reqUireMents For MassachUsetts For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment 3. SIGNAGE. A metal or plastic identification plate shall be installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at a whole or in part for residential purposes, including those minimum height of eight (8) feet above grade directly in owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the... -
Page 6: Introduction
(a) the installation or replacement of gas piping or (b) the • Modification of the fireplace or direct vent system. connection, installation, repair or servicing of equipment, who is • Installation other than as instructed by Empire Comfort Systems, experienced in such work, familiar with all precautions required Inc. -
Page 7: Specifications
speciFications DVD32 DVD36 DVD42 DVD48 Input BTU/Hr Maximum 18,000 20,000 25,000 28,000 BTU/Hr Minimum (millivolt only) 14,000 14,000 18,000 20,000 KWH (Maximum) (Minimum) NAT. #46 (.081") 2.10 mm #42 (.0935") #39 (.0995") Orifice P-254 P-288 P-286 P-285 Air Shutter Opening 1/16"... -
Page 8: Fireplace Dimensions
Fireplace DiMensions RIGHT SIDE VIEW DvD32 DvD36 DvD42 DvD48 34" 37" 43" 49" 864 mm 940 mm 1092 mm 1245 mm 31" 34" 40" 46" 787 mm 864 mm 1016 mm 1168 mm 23 1/16" 23 1/16" 25 1/16" 25 1/16" 585 mm 585 mm 636 mm... -
Page 9: Clearances
clearances Mantel chart (Figure 3) clearance to combustibles Back 0" (0 mm) 12” (305mm) Side 0" (0 mm) 10” (254mm) Floor 0" (0 mm) Top Stand-off 0" (0 mm) MANTEL Top Framing Edge 3" (76 mm) COMBUSTIBLE TRIM AND MANTELS SEE MANTLE CHART FOR 8”... -
Page 10: Locating Fireplace
locatinG Fireplace CORNER CABINET INSTALLATION INSTALLATION ISLAND FLUSH WALL INSTALLATION INSTALLATION ANGLED CORNER INSTALLATION ROOM DIVIDER INSTALLATION Note: Island (C) and Room Divider (D) installation is possible as long as the horizontal portion of the vent system (H) does not exceed 20 feet with a minimum vertical run of 8 feet. -
Page 11: Gas Supply
Gas sUpplY The gas pipeline can be brought in through the right or left side of installing a new Main Gas cock the appliance. Consult the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Each appliance should have its own manual gas cock. Z223.1 CAN/CGA-B149 (.1 or .2) installation code. -
Page 12: Rear Vent Conversion/Vent Systems
REAR VENT CONVERSION VERTICAL VENTING HORIZONTAL VENTING Note: Discard insulation & retainer when venting off top of fireplace. INLET VENT Note : Discard insulation COVER PLATE & retainer when using vertical venting off Note : It is recommended that the FLUE COVER PLATE flue cover plate tab be pulled outward prior to removal. -
Page 13: Installation
installation vent pipe clearance Framing and Finishing note: Maintain one inch (1") of clearance around vertical vent pipe. Choose unit location. see Fig. 9. For horizontal vent, maintain a minimum 1" clearance to Frame in fireplace with a header across the top. It is important to the bottom and sides of the vent, and 3"... - Page 14 installation (continued) note: For finishing to top of fireplace, refer to Figure 13. Flush Mount Mantel installation (Figure 11) The fireplace must extend 3/4" beyond finished wall surface when using a flush mount mantel. Refer to Figure 11 to locate nailing flanges on fireplace sides.
- Page 15 installation (continued) Flush Wall installation attention: Cold climate installation recommendation: When installing this unit against a non-insulated exterior FINISHED WALL wall, it is recommended that the outer walls be insulated to 3! OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL conform to applicable insulation codes. FRONT TRIM OR NON- COMBUSTIBLE MA TERIAL (INSTALLA TION IS OPTIONAL)
- Page 16 installation (continued) HoRIzonTAL onLY, STRAIGHT oUT THE BACK " A" PIPE LENGTH VENT CAP WALL FIRESTOP/ THIMBLE "A" "B" Models 6" 5 1/8" to 6 1/2" DVD 32,36,42,48 (130 mm to 165 mm) 9" 8 1/8" to 9 1/2" DVD 32,36,42 (206 mm to 241 mm) 12"...
- Page 17 installation (continued) corner installation vertical, 90° elBoW to horiZontal oUt the Wall WALL FIRESTOP/ THIMBLE VENT Dim. DVD32 DVD36 DVD42 DVD48 36 1/8" 38 3/8" 42 1/2" 46 3/4" 918 mm 975 mm 1080 mm 1187 mm 25 1/2" 27 1/8" 30 1/8"...
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Page 18: Venting Fireplace-Top Vent
ventinG Fireplace - top venting Graph (Dimensions in Feet) to Use the vent Graph (Figure 20) 1. Determine the height of the center of the horizontal vent pipe. Using this dimension on the Sidewall Vent Graph, locate the point it intersects with the slanted graph line. - Page 19 ventinG Fireplace - top (continued) Below Grade installation When it is not possible to meet the required vent terminal clearances of 12" (305 mm) above grade level, a snorkel kit is recommended. It allows installation depth down to 7" (178 mm) below grade level. The 7"...
- Page 20 ventinG Fireplace - top (continued) cutting the hole (Figures 24) After the fireplace has been positioned in its permanent location, the hole through the exterior wall of the house can be cut. This hole must be 10" (254mm) high x 10" (254mm) wide with its center line determined by the amount of vertical rise and horizontal run of the termination.
- Page 21 eXaMples - top vent rUn 24” 24” MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES Figure 28 Figure 27 Figure 29 26985-0-0110 Page 21...
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Page 22: Venting Fireplace-Rear Vent
ventinG Fireplace - rear venting Graph (Dimensions in Feet) to Use the vent Graph (Figure 30) REAR EXIT - VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL TERMINATION 1. Determine the height of the center of the (DIMENSIONS IN FEET) horizontal vent pipe. Using this dimension on the Sidewall Vent Graph, locate the point it intersects with the slanted graph line. - Page 23 eXaMples - rear vent rUn Model Maximum Pipe Length H1 DVD32 24" DVD36 24" DVD42 24" DVD48 6" Figure 33 Figure 31 Model Maximum Pipe Length H1 DVD32 24" DVD36 24" DVD42 18" DVD48 Figure 32 Figure 34 26985-0-0110 Page 23...
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Page 24: Termination Clearances
terMination clearances Termination clearance for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors. Figure 35 vertical sidewall installations important! Minimum clearance between vent pipes and combustible materials is three (3") (76 mm) on top, and (1") (25 mm) on bottom and sides. important! When vent termination exits through foundation less than 20"... -
Page 25: Vent Clearances
vent clearances Figure 36 *Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck or balcony clearance to non-mechanical air supply inlet to building or [*12 inches (305 mm) minimum] the combustion air inlet to any other appliance [*12 inches (305 mm) minimum for appliances ≤ 100,000 BTU/Hr (30 clearance to window or door that may be opened [*12 inches (305 mm) minimum for appliances <... -
Page 26: Vent System Identification
(MAXIMUM OF THREE 90 ELBOWS) (MAXIMUM OF TWO 90 ELBOWS) ecial venting components (simpson Duravent) See Empire Comfort Systems Retail Price List for Simpson Duravent part numbers and pricing. Special DV Vent Kits Available from Empire Comfort Systesm, Inc. dealers DVVK-4FV Vertical Flex Vent Kit 4"... -
Page 27: Framing And Finishing
FraMinG anD FinishinG installing support Brackets (Figure 38) A horizontal pipe support MUST BE used for each 3 feet of horizontal run. The pipe supports should be placed around the pipe and nailed in place to framing members. There MUST BE a 3 inch clearance to combustibles above 6 5/8 inch diameter pipe and elbows and 1 inch clearance on both sides and bottom of 6 5/8 inch pipe to combustibles on all horizontal pipe sections and elbows. -
Page 28: Framing And Finishing
FraMinG anD FinishinG (continued) vertical Firestops (Figures 40, 41 and 42) Vertical runs of this system which pass through ceilings require the use of ONE (1) ceiling firestop at the hole in each ceiling through which the vent passes. Position a plumb bob directly over the center of the vertical vent component and mark the ceiling to establish the center point of the vent. -
Page 29: Horizontal Termination
horiZontal terMination note: Termination cap should pass through the wall firestop For installations requiring a vertical rise on the exterior of the from the exterior of the building. Adjust the termination building, 14-inch and 36-inch tall Snorkel Terminations, as cap to its final exterior position on the building. shown in Figure 44 are available. - Page 30 DVVK-4RE VEnT KIT InSTALLATIon InSTRUCTIonS caUtion: sharp edges, use protective gloves when NOTE: SPACING FLANGE installing. INSTALLED TO TOPSIDE Tools Needed for Installation: Sheet metal snips 5/16” nut driver Phillips head screwdriver - #2 High temperature sealant or furnace cement rated for continuous use at 1,000ºF minimum 11”...
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Page 31: Dvvk-4Re
DVVK-4RE VEnT KIT InSTALLATIon InSTRUCTIonS (continued) 7. Remove outside mounting plate with tube attached from wall. Mark and cut the extra length of the 6 5/8” (168 mm) diameter VINYL SIDING KIT DV822 tube from the opposite end. Do not crimp or enlarge tube. OUTSIDE MOUNTING 8. - Page 32 DVVK-4RE VEnT KIT InSTALLATIon InSTRUCTIonS (continued) Follow correct option according to venting method. connecting to rigid vent system If the air inlet and flue outlet tubes are to be connected to a rigid connecting Directly to Fireplace venting system (and not directly to the back of the unit), then do If the air inlet and flue outlet tubes are to be connected directly to not use the gasket provided.
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Page 33: Dvvk-4F Flex Vent
DVVK-4F FLEX VEnT InSTRUCTIonS The DVVK-4F FLEX VEnT KIT includes the following components: • (1) Horizontal Termination Cap • (1) 7" diameter Outer Vent adapter collar • (1) 4-foot section of Flex vent with spacers (4" flue/7" outer • (1) Wall Firestop/Thimble Assembly pipe) •... -
Page 34: Vertical Termination
vertical terMination Locate and mark the center point of the vent pipe using a nail on 2. Remove the cap and shine a flashlight down the vent. Remove the underside of the roof. Drive the nail through the center point. any bird nests or other foreign material. -
Page 35: Vertical Termination
Vertical Inlet baffle, combustion chamber must be examined by a qualified service person DVF-139 from your Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. distributor or for damage. All damaged gaskets on the glass frame assembly and dealer for Simpson Duravent only. -
Page 36: Log Placement
loG placeMent (5 loG set) Before you begin: if you are installing logs into the DVD32 or DVD36 model then this fireplace is supplied with a set of five ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands! Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. -
Page 37: Log Placement
loG placeMent (7 loG set) Before you begin: If you are installing logs into the DVD42 or DVD48 model then this fireplace is supplied with a set of seven ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands. Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. -
Page 38: Operating Instructions
operatinG instrUctions 750 Millivolt system The OWNER should carefully read and follow these operating The standing pilot (750 millivolt system) is a continuous burning instructions at all times. Lower the door assembly to view the gas pilot. The pilot remains ON even when the main burner is OFF. controls for the fireplace. - Page 39 operatinG instrUctions (continued) electric (120 volt) operated remote control, Frec stanDinG pilot operatinG instrUctions Connect the green and red, stripped and bare, wires on the REMOTE/ reMote/oFF/on switch OFF/ON switch wire harness to the wires on remote receiver that The fireplace is equipped with a REMOTE/OFF/ON switch. A is a component in the FREC.
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Page 40: Wiring Diagram-Standing Pilot
stanDinG pilot WirinG DiaGraM (OPTIONAL) THERMOSTAT (OPTIONAL) WALL SWITCH Figure 60 Page 40 26985-0-0110... -
Page 41: Lighting Instructions-Standing Pilot
stanDinG pilot 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. C. -
Page 42: Troubleshooting-Standing Pilot
stanDinG pilot troUBleshootinG With proper installation and maintenance, your new Direct vent Gas Fireplace will provide years of trouble-free service. if you do experience a problem, refer to the Trouble Shooting Guide below. This guide will assist a qualified service person in the diagnosis of problems and the corrective action to be taken. -
Page 43: Wiring Diagram-Direct Ignition
DIRECT IGNITION WIRING DIAGRAM GAS VALVE SPARK IGNITOR VALVE DE GAZ (OPTIONAL) WALL SWITCH OR THERMOSTAT ÉTINCELLE ALLUMER INTERRUPTEUR MURAL (FACULTATIVE) CONTROL MODULE (OPTIONAL) REMOTE CONTROL AUTORITÉ MODULE RECEIVER 120V (FACULATIVE) CONTROLE E DISTANCE DU RECEPTEUR 120 VAC LINE BLACK NOIR 120 VAC RTN BLACK NOIR WHITE BLANC... -
Page 44: Lighting Instructions-Direct Ignition
DIRECT IGNITION 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. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area B. -
Page 45: Initial Start Up Gas Line Purge
INITIAL START UP GAS LINE PURGE note: Unit MUst Be properlY GroUnDeD For electronic iGnition to FUnction. On initial installation, or after extended periods where the fireplace has not been used, gas lines may require purging. The installer or qualified service person may use the following purge procedures to prevent the delays that would be caused by waiting for the lockout periods between tries for ignition. -
Page 46: Lp Gas Conversion-Direct Ignition
DIRECT IGNITION PROPANE/LP GAS CONVERSION the conversion shall be carried out in accordance with the 12. Install propane/LP main burner orifice marked #56 for requirements of the provincial authorities having jurisdiction DVD32FP50, marked #55 for DVD36FP50, marked 1.45 mm and in accordance with the requirements of the csa B149.2 for DVD42FP50 or marked #52 for DVD48FP50. - Page 47 DIRECT IGNITION PROPANE/LP GAS CONVERSION Maxitrol valve conversion “A” Model AIR SHUTTER BURNER ORIFICE SETTINGS Opening "A" Propane/LP Orifice DVD32 1/4" (6.4 mm) DVD36 1/4" (6.4 mm) REGULATOR FITTING DVD42 5/16" (7.9 mm) 1.45 mm NOTE: STAMPED WITH DVD48 5/16" (7.9 mm) GAS TYPE SET FOR USE Figure 63 Figure 62...
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Page 48: Maintenance And Service
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE please note 3. Under no circumstances should this appliance be operated without it is normal for appliances fabricated of steel to give off the glass front or with a broken glass front. Replacement of the some expansion and/or contraction noise during the start glass (with gasket) as supplied by the manufacturer should be up or cool down cycle. -
Page 49: Parts List
PARTS LIST INDEX NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION DVD32 DVD36 DVD42 DVD48 R-7654 R-7654 R-7654 R-7654 FLUE INSULATION 17425 17425 17425 17425 FLUE INSULATION RETAINER R-7566 R-7566 R-7566 R-7566 INLET VENT ADAPTOR R-7573 R-7573 R-7573 R-7573 INLET VENT GASKET 17155 17155 17155 17155 FLUE OUTLET ASSEMBLY... -
Page 50: Parts View
PARTS VIEW MILLIVOLT BURNER ASSEMBLY DIRECT IGNITION BURNER ASSEMBLY 5 PIECE LOG ASSEMBLY 4 PIECE LOG ASSEMBLY 7 PIECE LOG ASSEMBLY 5 PIECE LOG ASSEMBLY Page 50 26985-0-0110... -
Page 51: Optional Variable Speed Blower Installation Instructions
FBB4 OPTIONAL VARIABLE SPEED BLOWER INSTALLATION attention: Install blower assembly before connecting gas inlet 5. Insert blower assembly into interior, bottom of fireplace. supply line Position blower assembly behind gas valve, align notch on back of blower assembly with center screw on fireplace back note: Junction box on right side of fireplace must be pre-wired at and push blower assembly against fireplace back. - Page 52 FBB4 OPTIONAL VARIABLE SPEED BLOWER INSTALLATION FBB4 BLOWER ASSEMBLY COMPLETE R7649 FAN CONTROL R4192 SPEED CONTROL KNOB R4186 SPEED CONTROL 110 VOLT AC JUNCTION BOX BLACK SWITCH WHITE GROUND SPEED CONTROL Page 52 26985-0-0110...
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Page 53: Junction Box Wiring Installation Instructions
JUNCTION BOX WIRING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STANDARD MILLIVOLT VALVE MODELS caUtion: all WirinG shoUlD Be Done BY a qUaliFieD electrician anD shall Be in coMpliance With ALL LoCAL, CITY AnD STATE BUILDInG CoDES. BEFoRE MAKInG THE ELECTRICAL ConnECTIon, MAKE sUre that Main poWer sUpplY is DisconnecteD. the appliance, When installeD, MUst Be electri- callY GroUnDeD in accorDance With local coDes or, in the aBsence oF local coDes, With the national electrical coDe ansi/nFpa 70 (latest eDition). -
Page 54: Accessories
ACCESSORIES The following accessory parts can be obtained from your Empire Comfort Systems dealer. If you need additional information beyond what your dealer can furnish, contact Empire Comfort Systems Inc., Nine Eighteen Freeburg Ave., Belleville, Illinois 62220-2623. accessory Description Model number Fan Kit This fan kit is designed to provide forced air flow. -
Page 55: Accessories
DECORATIVE ACCESSORIES Decorative Louver Decorative Louver Decorative Louver Mission arch leaf Decorative Frame Decorative Door Decorative Door Decorative Door rectangle (with hinges) leaf rectangle Mission rectangle plain rectangle Decorative Frame Decorative Door Decorative Door Decorative Door arch (with hinges) leaf arch Mission arch plain arch Decorative Frame... -
Page 56: How To Order Repair Parts
Do not order bolts, screws, washers or nuts. They are standard hardware items and can be purchased at any local hardware store. Shipments contingent upon strikes, fires and all causes beyond our control. empire comfort systems inc. Nine Eighteen Freeburg Ave. Belleville, Illinois 62222-2623 SERVICE NOTES... -
Page 57: Service Notes
SERVICE NOTES 26985-0-0110 Page 57... - Page 58 SERVICE NOTES Page 58 26985-0-0110...
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- Page 60 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...
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