INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER’S MANUAL The Tahoe Direct Vent Zero Clearance Gas Fireplace Heater DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE HEATER MODEL SERIES MILLIVOLT DVD32FP3(0,1,2,3)(N,P)-1 DVD36FP3(0,1,2,3)(N,P)-1 DVD42FP3(0,1,2,3)(N,P)-1 DVD48FP3(0,1,2,3)(N,P)-1 DIRECT IGNITION GAS-FIRED Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance. Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference. DVD32FP5(0,1,2,3)N-2 DVD36FP5(0,1,2,3)N-2 DVD42FP5(0,1,2,3)N-2 DVD48FP5(0,1,2,3)N-2 EFFECTIVE DATE JUNE 2007 UL FILE NO.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Page Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................................ 3 Safety Information for Users of LP Gas ............................................................................................................ 4 Requirements for Massachusetts........................................................................................................................ 5 Introduction .......
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, tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring the appliance shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the appliance. The base referred to above does not mean the fireproof base as used on wood stoves.
SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP GAS Propane (LP-Gas) is a flammable gas which can cause fires and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and colorless. You may not know all the following safety precautions which can protect both you and your family from an accident. Read them carefully now, then review them point by point with the members of your household. Someday when there may not be a minute to lose, everyone’s safety will depend on knowing exactly what to do.
REQUIREMENTS FOR MASSACHUSETTS For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7) feet above finished grade in the area of the venting, including but not limited to decks and porches, the following requirements shall be satisfied: 3. SIGNAGE.
INTRODUCTION Instructions to Installer 1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after installation. 2. Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card supplied with the fireplace. 3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate the fireplace. This direct vent gas fireplace heater is designed to operate with all combustion air being siphoned from the outside of the building and all exhaust gases expelled to the outside of the building.
SPECIFICATIONS Input BTU/Hr Maximum BTU/Hr Minimum (millivolt only) KWH (Maximum) (Minimum) NAT. Orifice Air Shutter Opening LP Orifice Air Shutter Opening Height without standoff Width Depth Gas Inlet Shutoff Valve (Pipe) DVD32 18,000 14,000 5.3 4.1 DVD36 20,000 14,000 5.9 4.1 DVD42 25,000 18,000 7.3 5.3 DVD48 28,000 20,000 8.2 5.9 #46 (.081") P-254 1/16" (1.6mm) 2.10 mm P-288 1/16" (1.6mm) #42 (.0935") P-286 3/16"(4.8mm) #39 (.0995") P-285 1/8" (3.2mm) #56 (.0465") P-287 1/4" (6.
CLEARANCES Mantel Chart (Figure 3) Clearance to Combustibles Back 0" (0 mm) Side 0" (0 mm) Floor 0" (0 mm) 0" (0 mm) Top Stand-off 3" (76 mm) Top Framing Edge 12” (305mm) 10” (254mm) MANTEL COMBUSTIBLE TRIM AND MANTELS ALLOWED IN SHADED AREA 8” 15” (381mm) 6” SEE MANTLE CHART FOR MAXIMUM MANTLE DEPTH 4 ½” 3 3/4” 13 3/4” 3” 2" x 4" HEADER 2 1/4” 11” 1 ½” 9” 8” STAND OFF 3" (76 mm) HEIGHT ABOVE TOP OF FIREPLACE SEE MANTLE CHART FOR MINIMUM HEIGHT OF MANTLE ABOVE UNIT 7” 3/4” 6” 5” 4” 3” T
GAS SUPPLY The gas pipeline can be brought in through the right or left side of the appliance. Consult the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 CAN/CGA-B149 (.1 or .2) installation code. Recommended Gas Pipe Diameter Pipe Length Schedule 40 Pipe Inside Diameter Tubing, Type L Outside Diameter Nat. L.P. Nat. L.P. 0-10ft 0-3m 1/2" 12.7mm 3/8" 9.5mm 1/2" 12.7mm 3/8" 9.5mm 11-40ft 4-12m 1/2" 12.7mm 1/2" 12.7mm 5/8" 15.9mm 1/2" 12.7mm 41-100ft 13-30m 1/2" 12.7mm 1/2" 12.
REAR VENT CONVERSION VERTICAL VENTING HORIZONTAL VENTING Note: Discard insulation & retainer when venting off top of fireplace. INLET VENT COVER PLATE Note : Discard insulation & retainer when using vertical venting off Note : It is recommended that the flue cover plate tab be pulled outward prior to removal. FLUE COVER PLATE INLET VENT COLLAR INSULATION RETAINER FLUE OUTLET COLLAR This will ensure that the plate is not accidentally dropped inside the rear air chamber.
INSTALLATION Framing and Finishing 1. Choose unit location. 2. Frame in fireplace with a header across the top. It is important to allow for finished face when setting the depth of the frame. 3. Attach fireplace to frame using adjustable frame. Preset depth to suit facing material (adjustable to 1/2", 5/8" or 3/4" depths). 4. Use (8) 1/2" hex-head screws supplied in hardware package, to screw through slotted holes in drywall strip and then screw into pre-drilled holes on fireplace side.
INSTALLATION (continued) Flush Mount Mantel Installation (Figure 10) The fireplace must extend 3/4" beyond finished wall surface when using a flush mount mantel. Refer to Figure 10 to locate nailing flanges on fireplace sides. Mark and drill two (2) 1/8" holes into fireplace side to mount each nailing flange. Use eight (8) 1/2" hex-head screws supplied in hardware package to attach nailing flanges to fireplace sides.
INSTALLATION (continued) Flush Wall Installation FINISHED WALL 3! OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL FRONT TRIM OR NONCOMBUSTIBLE MA TERIAL (INSTALLA TION IS OPTIONAL) JOINT BETWEEN FINISHED WALL AND UNIT SEALED WITH 300° F, 149° C SEALANT MATERIAL (SEALANT IS OPTIONAL) Attention: Cold climate installation recommendation: When installing this unit against a non-insulated exterior wall, it is recommended that the outer walls be insulated to conform to applicable insulation codes.
INSTALLATION (continued) HORIZONTAL ONLY, STRAIGHT OUT THE BACK CORNER INSTALLATION VERTICAL, 90° ELBOW TO HORIZONTAL OUT THE WALL " A" PIPE LENGTH WALL FIRESTOP/ THIMBLE VENT CAP VENT CAP WALL FIRESTOP/ THIMBLE "A" "B" Models 6" 5 1/8" to 6 1/2" (130mm to 165mm) DVD 32,36,42,48 9" 8 1/8" to 9 1/2" (206mm to 241mm) DVD 32,36,42 12" 11 1/8" to 12 1/2" (283mm to 317mm) DVD 32,36,42 Dim.
VENTING FIREPLACE - TOP Venting Graph (Dimensions in Feet) EXAMPLE A: If the vertical dimension from the floor of the unit is 35 feet, the horizontal run to the outer wall flange must not exceed 6.5 feet. EXAMPLE B: If the vertical dimension from the floor of the unit is 6.5 feet, the horizontal run to the outer wall flange must not exceed 14.5 feet. SPECIAL NOTE: For each 45 degree elbow installed in the horizontal run, the length of the horizontal run MUST be reduced by 18" (45cm).
VENTING FIREPLACE - TOP (continued) Below Grade Installation When it is not possible to meet the required vent terminal clearances of 12" (305mm) above grade level, a snorkel kit is recommended. It allows installation depth down to 7" (178mm) below grade level. The 7" (178mm) is measured from the center of the horizontal vent pipe as it penetrates through the wall. Ensure the sidewall venting clearances are observed.
A OW OF ELB R E T N T CE U O T H STRAIG M) (MINIMU minimum Figure 24 Figure 23 MINIMUM HOLE LOCATION DIMENSIONS FOR THROUGH THE WALL HORIZONTAL INSTALLATIONS WITH 90 DEGREE ELBOW OFF TOP OF FIREPLACE FIREPLACE SERIES DVD32FP DVD36FP DVD42FP DVD48FP FIREPLACE SERIES DVD32FP DVD36FP DVD42FP DVD48FP HARD ELBOW DIMENSIONS "A" "B" "C" 41-1/2" 4" 6" (152mm) (1054mm) (102mm) 41-1/2" 4" 6" (1054mm) (102mm) (152mm) 43-1/2" 4" 6" (102mm) (152mm) (1105mm) 43-1/2" 4" 6" (102mm) (152mm) (1105mm) FLEX PIPE 90 DEGREE
EXAMPLES - TOP VENT RUN 24” 24” MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES Figure 27 Figure 26 Figure 28 Page 18 23552-1-0607
VENTING FIREPLACE - REAR Venting Graph (Dimensions in Feet) To Use the Vent Graph (Figure 29) 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. 2. From the point of this intersection, draw a vertical line to the bottom of the graph. 3. Select the indicated dimension, and position the unit in accordance with same.
EXAMPLES - REAR VENT RUN Model Maximum Pipe Length H1 DVD32 24" DVD36 24" DVD42 24" DVD48 6" Figure 32 Figure 30 Model DVD32 24" DVD36 24" DVD42 18" DVD48 N/A Figure 31 Page 20 Maximum Pipe Length H1 Figure 33 23552-1-0607
TERMINATION CLEARANCES Termination clearance for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors. Figure 34 Vertical Sidewall Installations Important! Minimum clearance between vent pipes and combustible materials is three (3") (76mm) on top, and (1") (25mm) on bottom and sides. Important! When vent termination exits through foundation less than 20" below siding outcrop, the vent pipe must flush up with the siding. SD-985 termination cap must be used.
VENT CLEARANCES Figure 35 A= *Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck or balcony [*12 inches (30cm) minimum] B= clearance to window or door that may be opened [*12 inches (30cm) minimum for appliances < 100,000 BTU/Hr (30kW) C= clearance to permanently closed window [minimum 12 inches (30cm) recommended to prevent condensation on window] D= vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal within a horizontal distance of 24 inches (60 cm) from the center of the terminal [18 Inche
VENT SYSTEM IDENTIFICATION Installing Vent Components (Figure 36) Begin the vent system installation by installing the first Simpson Duravent component, 90° elbow to the starting collars or straight pipe on the top of the appliance, then the straight pipe length and then horizontal or vertical termination kit. NOTE: All outer connection joints must be sealed with aluminum tape, screws or silicone sealant rated above 300°F/149°C. The inner flue joints do not require any sealant.
FRAMING AND FINISHING Installing Support Brackets (Figure 37) 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.
FRAMING AND FINISHING (continued) Figure 41 Figure 39 See Horizontal Termination Page 26 and Vertical Termination Pages 31-32.
HORIZONTAL TERMINATION NOTE: Termination cap should pass through the wall firestop from the exterior of the building. Adjust the termination cap to its final exterior position on the building. WARNING: Termination cap must be positioned so that arrow is pointing up. Attach the termination cap with the four wood screws provided. Before attachment of the termination, run a bead of silicone sealant rated above 250°F on its outside edge too, so as to make a seal to the exterior wall.
DVVK-4RE VENT KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: Sharp edges, use protective gloves when installing. 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 Measuring tape NOTE: SPACING FLANGE INSTALLED TO TOPSIDE 11” EXTENSION THIMBLE Parts Verification See parts list on page 29 to verify components included in this vent kit prior to installation.
DVVK-4RE VENT KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) VINYL SIDING KIT DV822 OUTSIDE MOUNTING PLATE MEASURE OUTSIDE WALL Figure 3A EXT. WALL SURFACE OR VINYL SIDING KIT FLUE PIPE 7. Remove outside mounting plate with tube attached from wall. Mark and cut the extra length of the 6 5/8” (168mm) diameter tube from the opposite end. Do not crimp or enlarge tube. 8. Attach the 4” (102mm) diameter flue outlet tube onto the rigid venting system or directly to fireplace.
DVVK-4RE VENT KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Follow correct option according to venting method. Connecting Directly to Fireplace If the air inlet and flue outlet tubes are to be connected directly to the unit (no rigid venting system is being used), then the gasket provided must be used to seal the 4” (102mm) flue outlet tube. Peel the paper off the self-adhesive gasket and then wrap it around the end of the tube (if tube was cut, it is recommended to use cut end) as shown in Figure 4.
DVVK-4F FLEX VENT INSTRUCTIONS The DVVK-4F FLEX VENT KIT includes the following components: • (1) 7" dia. Outer Vent adapter collar • (1) Horizontal Termination Cap • (1) 4-foot section of Flex vent with spacers (4" flue/7" outer • (1) Wall Firestop/Thimble Assembly • Hardware pack that includes band clamps and screws pipe) • (1) 4" dia. Flue adapter collar Flex venting can be installed either vertically or horizontally off of the DVD Series fireplaces.
VERTICAL TERMINATION Locate and mark the center point of the vent pipe using a nail on the underside of the roof. Drive the nail through the center point. Mark the outline of the roof hole around this center point. NOTE: Size of the roof hole dimensions depend on the pitch of the roof. There must be a 1 inch clearance (25mm) to the vertical pipe sections. This clearance is to all combustible material. Cover the opening of the vent pipe and cut and frame the roof hole.
VERTICAL TERMINATION (continued) NOTE: When installing this vent system in a chase, it is always good building practice to insulate the chase as you would the outside walls of your home. This is especially important for cold climate installations. Upon completion of building your chase framing, install the vent system by following the instructions in this manual.
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. After handling logs, wash your hands gently with soap and water to remove any traces of fibers. The positioning of the logs is critical to the safe and clean operation of this fireplace.
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. After handling logs, wash your hands gently with soap and water to remove any traces of fiber. The positioning of logs is critical to safe and clean operation of this fireplace.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 750 Millivolt System The standing pilot (750 millivolt system) is a continuous burning pilot. The pilot remains ON even when the main burner is OFF. The OWNER should carefully read and follow these operating instructions at all times. Lower the door assembly to view the gas controls for the fireplace. When you ignite the pilot, the thermopile produces millivolts (electrical current) which energizes the magnet in the gas valve.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) STANDING PILOT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS REMOTE/OFF/ON Switch The fireplace is equipped with a REMOTE/OFF/ON switch. A wire harness is attached to the REMOTE/OFF/ON switch. The red, black and green (wires) female push-ons attach to the REMOTE/ OFF/ON switch. At the opposite end of the wire harness, the black and green (wires) female push-ons attach to the gas valve.
STANDING PILOT WIRING DIAGRAM (OPTIONAL) THERMOSTAT (OPTIONAL) WALL SWITCH Figure 57 23552-1-0607 Page 37
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. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. B. Before lighting smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
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. 1. Spark ignitor will not light pilot after repeated triggering of piezo ignitor button. a.
DIRECT IGNITION WIRING DIAGRAM (OPTIONAL) WALL SWITCH OR THERMOSTAT INTERRUPTEUR MURAL (FACULTATIVE) MAIN VALVE RETURN 1 GROUND 2 120V AC HOT 6 120V AC RETURN 4 13 12 120 VAC LINE BLACK NOIR 120 VAC RTN BLACK NOIR WHITE BLANC GREEN VERT JUNCTION BOX JONCTION BOÎTE GAS VALVE VALVE DE GAZ CONTROL MODULE AUTORITÉ MODULE MAIN VALVE HOT 8 (OPTIONAL) REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER 120V (FACULATIVE) CONTROLE E DISTANCE DU RECEPTEUR SPARK IGNITOR ÉTINCELLE ALLUMER RED ROUGE LED LIGHT LED LUMIÈRE LED CODE
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 for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
DIRECT IGNITION 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 troubleshooting guide below. This guide will assist a qualified serviceperson in the diagnosis of problems and the corrective action to be taken. Refer to page 41 for initial startup and GAS Line purge instructions.
DIRECT IGNITION PROPANE/LP GAS CONVERSION 1. Turn off the gas supply. 2. Turn off the electrical supply to the appliance if so equipped. 3. Remove top louver and lower bottom louver. 4. Remove glass frame assembly. 5. Remove logs from burner assembly. VALVE CONVERSION 6. Remove plastic cap from regulator fitting. Unscrew fitting using a 7/16" wrench. Turn fitting over so end of fitting marked "LPG" (red) screws into valve. Tighten fitting (snug only). Replace plastic cap. 7. Remove 1/4" screw from air shutter.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE PLEASE NOTE It is normal for appliances fabricated of steel to give off some expansion and/or contraction noise during the start up or cool down cycle. Similar noises are found with your furnace heat exchanger or car engine. It is not unusual for your gas fireplace to give off some odor the first time it is burned. This is due to the curing of the paint and any undetected oil from the manufacturing process. Please ensure that your room is well ventilated - open all windows.
PARTS LIST INDEX NO.
PARTS VIEW 1 2 3 4 7 8 5 11 9 10 11 12 6 16 19 13 17 13 15 13 51 14 18 13 14 15 51 28 31 32 33 28 31 32 33 40b 44 29 45 41b 39 29 40a 39 41a 34 34 37b 35 30 50 46b 48 37a 35 50 38 36 30 52 38 36 52 43 46a 47 42 MILLIVOLT BURNER ASSEMBLY 49 DIRECT IGNITION BURNER ASSEMBLY 25 20 21 26 22 24 5 PIECE ASSEMBLY 4 PIECE LOG LOG ASSEMBLY Page 46 26 20 21 27 22 24 23 PIECELOG LOGASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY 57PIECE 23552-1-0607
FBB4 OPTIONAL VARIABLE SPEED BLOWER INSTALLATION Attention: Install blower assembly before connecting gas inlet supply line Note: Junction box on right side of fireplace must be pre-wired at time of fireplace installation for use with blower assembly. It is recommended that an ON/OFF wall switch be installed that will activate the power supply to the furnace by a qualified electrician. 1. 2. 3. 4. If installed, turn OFF gas supply to fireplace. If applicable, turn OFF electric supply to fireplace.
FBB4 OPTIONAL VARIABLE SPEED BLOWER INSTALLATION JUNCTION BOX 1 FBB4 BLOWER ASSEMBLY COMPLETE 2 R7649 FAN CONTROL 3 R4192 SPEED CONTROL KNOB 4 R4186 SPEED CONTROL 110 VOLT AC FAN BLACK FAN SWITCH WHITE SPEED CONTROL Page 48 GROUND 23552-1-0607
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 ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES OR, IN THE ABSENCE OF LOCAL CODES, WITH THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANSI/NFPA 70 (LATEST EDITION).
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 was designed to provide forced air flow.
SERVICE NOTES HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS Parts can be ordered only through your service person or dealer. For best results, the service person or dealer should order parts through the distributor. Parts can be shipped directly to the service person/dealer. All parts listed in the Parts List have a Part Number. When ordering parts, first obtain the Model Number from the name plate on your equipment.
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