DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL PFS ® US Peninsula Model Shown Peninsula MODELS (V)DVF36 TPNA-A(-HA)/TPNPA-A/TPNEA-A/TPNPEA-A SEE-THRU MODELS (V)DVF36 TSTA-A(-HA)/TSTPA-A/TSTEA-A/TSTPEA-A WARNING: If the information in this manual is 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.
Table of Contents Safety................................................................... 2 Dimensions........................................................... 5 Pre-Installation Preparation.................................. 6 General Venting.................................................... 9 Venting Installation..............................................11 Fireplace Installation.......................................... 21 Pilot/Electrode Assembly Adjustment.................
Safety Continued DANGER: Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death! Before beginning the installation of fireplace, read these instructions through completely. • This FMI PRODUCTS, LLC fireplace and its components are safe when installed according to this installation manual. Unless you use FMI PRODUCTS, LLC components, which have been designed and tested for the fireplace system, you may cause a fire hazard.
Safety Continued WARNING: Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with this fireplace. WARNING: 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: Do not allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns.
Safety Continued 10. Do not operate fireplace with glass door removed, cracked or broken. 11. Provide adequate clearances around air openings. 12. Fireplaces with the suffix of -HA have been designed to operate at altitudes of 4000 feet and above. For horizontal installations above 2,000 feet, it is recommended that a 12" extension pipe be added before starter elbow (see High Altitude Installation, page 19).
Pre-Installation Preparation Location and space requirements Clearances Determine the safest and most efficient location for your FMI PRODUCTS, LLC direct-vent fireplace. Make sure that rafters and wall studs are not in the way of the venting system. Choose a location where heat output is not affected by drafts, air conditioning ducts, windows or doors. Be aware of all restrictions and precautions before deciding the exact location for your fireplace and termination cap.
Pre-Installation Preparation Continued Drywall Combustible Material Left Side Surround (0" Min.) TOP VIEW 0" 2x4 Stud Right Side Surround (0" Min.) 2" Wall In Front Of Glass 36" Min. Perpendicular Wall 2" Min.
Pre-Installation Preparation Continued The gas supply line may be connected through side framing or alternately through lower subflooring or a platform base if provided (see Figures 10 and 11). Depending on installation, refer to appropriate illustrations. 20 1 / " 3 16 /12 " 10 /12 " 15 11 24" / 16" Figure 11 - Alternate Gas Supply Location 39 3/4" Min. 43 1 /4" 10" Square Min. Figure 9 - Rough Opening for Installing See-Thru Fireplace 1" Dia. Hole 1" 3" 2" Dia.
General Venting These models are approved for use with FMI PRODUCTS, LLC 5"-8" Series, rigid type direct vent pipe as supplied by FMI PRODUCTS, LLC or with approved types of flexible vent pipe (not supplied) when appropriate sized for an 8" outer and 5" inner diameter application. Your fireplace is approved to be vented either through the side wall, or vertically using the following guidelines: • Only use FMI PRODUCTS, LLC supplied or approved types of venting components or kits.
general venting Continued N N D H V L E B C Fixed Closed F B Openable Fixed Closed V Openable V I V G B V B B J V G X G M A V K V X A V TERMINATION CAP X AIR SUPPLY INLET G GAS METER RESTRICTED AREA (TERMINATION PROHIBITED) I = clearance to service regulator vent outlet [*72" (182.9 cm) A = clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or minimum] balcony [*12" (30.
Venting Installation WARNING: Read all instructions completely and thoroughly before attempting installation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life. NOTICE: Failure to follow these instructions will void the warranty. NOTICE: Do not seal termination cap to vent pipe. Cap must be removable for vent inspection and maintenance. Installation Precautions Consult local building codes before beginning installation.
Venting Installation Continued Note: You may use two 45° elbows in place of a 90° elbow. You must follow rise to run ratios when using 45° elbows. For two-story applications, firestops are required at each floor level. If an offset is needed in the attic, additional pipe and elbows will be required. You may use a chase with a vent termination with exposed pipe on exterior of house. See Installing Vent System in a Chase.
Venting Installation Continued 2. Rigid vent pipes and fittings have special twist-lock connections. Assemble desired combination of pipe and elbows to appliance adaptor with pipe seams oriented towards wall or floor. Twist-lock Procedure: Female ends of pipes and fittings have four locking lugs (indentations). These lugs will slide straight into matching slots on male ends of adjacent pipes and fittings.
Venting Installation Continued WARNING: Do not recess vent termination in to any wall. This will cause a fire hazard. Combustible Exterior Wall: For vinyl siding, stucco, or wood exteriors, a siding standoff must be installed between vent cap and exterior wall. Siding standoff prevents excessive heat from damaging siding materials. Siding materials must be cut to accommodate standoff. Bolt vent cap to standoff. Apply non-hardening mastic around outside edge of standoff.
Venting Installation Continued Horizontal Termination Configurations Figures 22 and 23 show different configurations for venting with horizontal termination. Each figure includes a chart with vertical minimum/maximum and horizontal maximum dimensions which must be met. All horizontal terminations require 1/4" rise per 12" of horizontal run. You must add 1/4" of vertical height (V) in the following tables for each foot of horizontal run (H).
Venting Installation Continued Note: Pay special attention to these installation instructions for required clearances (air space) to combustibles when passing through ceilings, walls, roofs, enclosures, attic rafters, etc. Do not pack air spaces with insulation. Also note maximum vertical rise of venting system and any maximum horizontal offset limitations. Offsets must fall within parameters shown in Figure 25. 2. Set fireplace in desired location.
Venting Installation Continued 4. Connect a section of pipe and extend up through hole. If an offset is needed to avoid obstructions, you must support vent pipe every 3 feet. Use wall straps for this purpose (see Figure 24, page 15). Whenever possible, use 45° elbows instead of 90° elbows. The 45° elbow offers less restriction to the flow of flue gases and intake air. 5. Place flashing over pipe section(s) extending through roof.
Venting Installation Continued Vertical Termination Configurations Figures 29 through 32 show four different configurations for vertical termination. These minimum vertical rises are based on horizontal runs with a minimum of 1/4" upwards pitch per foot and do not reflect constraints on a vertical system with 45° or greater offset. Any offset pitch of 45° or less must be considered horizontal and sized within the maximum allowable lengths listed in the following examples.
Venting Installation Continued 45° Starter Elbow Vertical Venting V = 40' max. 45° Starter Elbow Note: Install restrictor into inner collar of fireplace as shown. Figure 32 - Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration With No Horizontal Run High altitude installation Your FMI PRODUCTS, LLC direct-vent fireplace has been tested and approved for elevations from 0-2,000 feet (USA). Fireplaces for High Altitude (models ending in -HA) are for installation above 4,000 feet only.
Venting Installation Continued Number Description PA58-712 Adjustable 7"-12" Section Double Wall Pipe, Galvanized FPA58-6 6" Dura Vent Collar to FMI Pipe Adaptor E58-45 45° Elbow, Galvanized E58-90 90° Elbow, Galvanized FSE58-45 45° Starter Elbow (Dura Vent to FMI Pipe) FP-58 Firestop Plate WF-58 Wall Firestop, Galvanized RF-58-6 Roof Flashing - 0 to 6/12 Pitch, Galvanized RF-58-12 Roof Flashing - 6/12 to 12/12 Pitch, Galvanized S-58 Vinyl Siding Standoff, Galvanized VT-58 Vertical Round Termina
Fireplace Installation CAUTION: Due to high temperatures, make sure wires are not touching upper firebox. ILOT TH 16AI 7 O P IL T Since the (V)DVF36TPNEA/TSTEA series uses a 24 VAC current supplied from a transformer mounted on the ignition module and is prewired for easy connection to a wall switch (see Figure 34).
Fireplace Installation Continued You may test blower for operation by turning control knob clockwise just until it clicks on which is the full on position. Adjust fan speed to lowest setting (this should be no more than 1/4 of a turn clockwise). For Optional Fan Kit From Blower Assembly Figure 37 - Connecting Blower Accessory to Power Supply OPTIONAL Wireless hand-held REMOTE CONTROL Installation Note: If using an optional wireless handheld remote control, wall switch is no longer operational.
Fireplace Installation Continued Optional Fan Outlet Box Kit Plug Receiver Extension Cord Gas P Valve ON A TH TP HI White TPTH 7 O PIL T O FF L E ILOT 16AI O Red To Thermopoile Figure 40 - Installing Remote Receiver (SKYTECH Model) Battery Cover IMPORTANT: The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig. (3.5 kPa).
Fireplace Installation Continued Note: This section is intended as a guide for qualified service technicians installing gas to the appliance. CAUTION: Do not connect appliance before pressure testing gas piping. Damage to the gas valve may result and an unsafe condition may be caused. The millivolt system with a manual HI/LO applies only to the (V)DVF36TPNA/TSDTA and (V)DVF36TNPA/TSTPA models. Gas control valve is accessible from lower control compartment.
Fireplace Installation B D C A Continued C D B Figure 47 - Log Set (9 Pieces) Back Front Left Right Figure 48 - Burner and Grate (Top View) Front Back Left Right Figure 49 - Installing Logs “A” (Top View) Left A Front 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 gas supplier. A E Back 4.
Fireplace Installation DECORATIVE FACING Continued Any noncombustible material may be used for facing (glass, tile, brick, etc.) as long as the proper clearances are observed (see Clearances, page 6). IMPORTANT: Louvered openings must not be obstructed, and upper and lower panels must remain removable for servicing. Use only heat resistant, noncombustible mortar or adhesive when securing facing material. Note: Combustible material, such as wood, that has been fireproofed is not considered noncombustible.
Burner Flame Adjustment Continued 2. Carefully remove log set intact and set aside (see Figure 56, page 27). 3. Remove 2 screws holding burner to hearth pan. 4. Slide burner forward off orifice and turn to one side to clear opening in hearth pan. Be careful not to bend or damage pilot or ignitor element. 5. To reinstall burner, follow reverse steps making sure air shutter on burner tube is completely seated over orifice mount. 6. Replace log set. Close door and latch. Reattach screen and louvers.
OPERATING GUIDELINES AND MAINTENANCE Continued Cleaning and Replacing Glass Door Note: Before proceeding, make sure unit is completely cool. 1. Remove top and bottom louvers and screen assembly. Undo 4 latches and open glass door. The procedure is the same for end louver panel but entire frame must be removed as one assembly. 2. To clean glass door, DO NOT remove glass from frame. Use any glass cleaner to clean glass. Do not use abrasive cleaners as this may damage glass. 3.
Operation Continued Millivolt System LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 11. Set HI-LO knob to desired setting. 12. Turn on all electric power to appliance. P Gas Control Knob ON TP TPTH E HI TH 7 O P IL T O OF F Position Indicator ILOT 16AI L 1. STOP! Read the safety information, page 28. 2. Set HI-LO knob to the lowest setting. 3. Turn off all electrical power to appliance. 4. Open control access panel. 5. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to the OFF position. 6.
Operation Continued Electronic System Continued TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1. Turn off all electrical power to appliance if service is to be performed. 2. Remove control access panel or louver. 3. Close gas valve. Specifications (V)DVF36TPNA-(A), (V) DVF36TPNPEA-(A), (V)DVF36TSTA(A) AND (V)DVF36TSTEA-(A) • • • • • • Input Rating: 35,000/23,300 Btu/Hr Fuel: Natural Gas Manifold Pressure: 3.5" W.C. Minimum Supply Pressure: 4.5 W.C. ** Maximum Supply Pressure: 10.5" W.C.
Troubleshooting WARNING: Turn off heater, disconnect power if applicable and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater. CAUTION: Never use a wire, needle, or similar object to clean pilot. This can damage pilot unit. Note: The two most common causes of malfunctioning gas appliances are loose wiring connections and construction debris clogging pilot and/or control valve filter. Note: Before troubleshooting the system make sure gas shut off valve is open.
TROUBLESHOOTING OBSERVED PROBLEM Continued POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed, 1. Defective ignitor there is no spark at pilot 1. Replace ignitor if wire is properly connected and you have no spark 2. Defective pilot or misaligned 2. Using a match, light pilot. If pielectrode at pilot lot lights turn off pilot and push piezo again. If pilot lights, an improper gas/air mixture cause improper lighting and a longer purge period is recommended.
TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY No gas to main burner when 1. Wall switch wires defective 1. Check electrical connections and replace wall switch wall switch and valve are set to ON position Frequent main burner outage 1. Burner flame is too low 1. Clean and adjust main burner 2. Igniter is misaligned causing 2. Adjust ignitor location for safety burner to "drop out" maximum flame impingement on sensor 3. Vent may be blocked or 3.
Replacement Parts Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply original replacement part(s), call FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at 1-866328-4537. When calling, have ready: • your name • your address • model and serial numbers of your heater • how heater was malfunctioning • purchase date Note: Use only original replacement parts. This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty. Usually, we will ask you to return the part to the factory.
Parts and Accessories Continued B D End Louver Kit (Peninsula Only) C A Brass - 06138 Black with Brass Trim - 01645 A E C Louver Kit D B LOG SET - 27237 Brass - 01628 Black with Brass Trim - 01627 Log Piece A - 27238 Log Piece B - 27239 Log Piece C - 27242 Log Piece D - 27240 Log Piece E - 27241 Piezo Ignitor - 14261 Front (Bottom) Grate - 11184 Left/Right (Bottom) Rear (For Peninsula and See-Thru) Refractory Pieces Front (Bottom) - 25854 Left/Right (Bottom) - 25856 Rear - 25855 End Gl
Warranty KEEP THIS WARRANTY Model (located on product or identification tag)______________________________ Serial No. (located on product or identification tag)___________________________ Date Purchased ___________________________ Keep receipt for warranty verification.