DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL DVFE34 (NATURAL) ELECTRONIC IGNITION 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. FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. FOR YOUR SAFETY WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS • Do not try to light any appliance.
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE SAFETY INFORMATION WARNINGS IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this fireplace. Improper use of this fireplace can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosions, electrical shock, and carbon monoxide poisoning. 1. 2. 3. DANGER: Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death! This fireplace is a vented product. This fireplace will not produce any gas leakage into your home if properly installed.
OWNER’S MANUAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION LOCAL CODES Top Louver Panel Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence to local codes, use the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANS Z223.1, also known as NFPA 54* (USA) or the current CAN/CGA-B149[.1 or .2] Installation Codes (Canada). Vent Opening Nailing Flange *Available from: Standoff American National Standards Institute, Inc. 1430 Broadway New York, NY 10018 Glass Door Assembly National Fire Protection Association, Inc.
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION LOCATION AND SPACE REQUIREMENTS Determine the safest and most efficient location for your FMI direct-vent fireplace. Make sure that rafters and wall studs are not in the way of the venting system. Choose a location where the heat output is not affected by drafts, air conditioning ducts, windows or doors. Figure 2 shows some common locations. Read all venting information in this manual.
OWNER’S MANUAL PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION GENERAL VENTING These models are approved for use with FMI 7" direct-vent pipe components and terminations. Continued 13" 9 1/ 4" 41" 29" 12 5/8" 34 3/8" Nailing Tabs 35 1/16" 58" Figure 6 - Framing Clearances for Corner Installation 1 Note: It is recommended there be a minimum clearance of 18" above top of louver opening when installing a television or entertainment center above the fireplace.
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE 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 X V G G M A V K X V A V TERMINATION CAP A = clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony [*12 inches (305mm) minimum] B = clearance to window or door that may be opened [12 inches (305mm) minimum] C = clearance to permanently closed window [minimum 12 inches (305mm) recommended to prevent condensation on window] D = vertical clearance to v
OWNER’S MANUAL 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. Operation of improperly installed and maintained venting system could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life. WARNING: Seal all vent connections. Seal only the outer pipe connections with high temperature silicone (600°F/316° C).
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE Snorkel VENTING INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLATION FOR HORIZONTAL TERMINATION 1. Determine the route your horizontal venting will take. Note: The location of the horizontal vent termination on the exterior wall must meet all local and national building codes and must not be easily blocked or obstructed. 12" Minimum ,,,,, ,,,,, ,,,,, ,,,,, WARNING: Do not recess vent terminal into a wall or siding. 2.
OWNER’S MANUAL VENTING INSTALLATION 4. Continued 3. Attach vent pipe assembly to the fireplace. Set fireplace in front of it’s permanent location to insure minimum clearances. See page 10, Figure 16 for minimum clearances for vertical on rigid vent pipe, and page 10 Figure 17 on flexible vent pipe. Mark the wall for a 10" square hole (for noncombustible material such as masonry block or concrete, a 7 1/2" diameter hole is acceptable). See Figure 12.
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE FD60 60˚ Starter/ Adapter Required VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Rigid Vent Pipe Horizontal Termination Configurations UP Figures 16 through 19 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. Seal all connections with high temperature silicone sealant (outer pipe only) as specified in the second warning statement on page 7.
OWNER’S MANUAL VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Venting with Two 90° Elbows Vertical (V) Horizontal (H1) * Horizontal (H1) + Horizontal (H2) 5' min. 6' min. 7' min. 8' min. 2' max. 4' max. 6' max. 8' min. 6' max. 12' max. 18' max. 20' max. 20' max. 8' max. 20' max. FD60 60˚ Starter/ Adapter Required UP * Note: Remember to add 1/ 4” rise per 12” horizontal length of pipe.
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE VENTING INSTALLATION Flat Ceiling Installation 1. Continued INSTALLATION FOR VERTICAL TERMINATION 1. 2. Determine the route your vertical venting will take. If ceiling joists, roof rafters, or other framing will obstruct the venting system, consider an offset (see Figure 20) to avoid cutting load bearing members.
OWNER’S MANUAL VENTING INSTALLATION Continued 3. 4. 5. Vertical Termination Configurations Figures 24 through 27 show four different configurations for vertical termination. All connections must be sealed with high temperature silicone sealant as specified in the second warning statement on page 7. Lower the support box through the hole in the roof until the bottom of the box extends at least 2" below the ceiling (see Figure 22). Align the support box vertically and horizontally using a level.
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Note: Restrictor must be installed in all vertical installations. FD30 30˚ Starter/ Adapter Required FD30 30˚ Starter/ Adapter Required Vertical Venting V = 40' max. Venting with Two 90° Elbows Vertical (V1) Horizontal (H) 5' min. 6' min. 7' min. 8' min. 6' max. 12' max. 18' max. 20' max. Figure 27 - Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration With No Horizontal Run Note: Vertical (V1) + Vertical (V2) = 20' max.
OWNER’S MANUAL VENTING INSTALLATION PARTS LISTS FOR VENTING KITS AND COMPONENTS Continued HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION Number Description FD30 30˚ Starter/Adapter (6 5/8" to 7") Your FMI direct-vent fireplace has been AGA tested and approved for elevations from 0-2000 feet and CGA certified for elevations from 0-4500 feet. When installing this fireplace at an elevation above 2000 feet (in the USA), you may need to decrease the input rating by changing the existing burner orifice to a smaller size.
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE FIREPLACE INSTALLATION NOTICE: This fireplace is intended for use as supplemental heat. Use this fireplace along with your primary heating system. Do not install this fireplace as your primary heat source. If you have a central heating system, you may run system’s circulating blower while using fireplace. This will help circulate the heat throughout the house. In the event of a power outage, you can use this fireplace as a heat source.
OWNER’S MANUAL FIREPLACE INSTALLATION 9. Continued 8. Plug in blower power cord. a. If your fireplace system is installed as a freestanding unit with an accessory mantel, determine whether the power cord will exit the left side or the right side of the firebox. Install one plastic bushing provided into the 1 1/2" hole in the outer casing through which the power cord will exit. Install the second plastic bushing provided into the floor support bracket if exiting through the right side (see Figure 32).
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION WARNING: A qualified service person must connect fireplace to gas supply. Follow all local codes. CAUTION: For propane/LP units, never connect heater directly to the propane/LP supply. This heater requires an external regulator (not supplied). Install the external regulator between the heater and propane/LP supply. CAUTION: Use only new, black iron or steel pipe.
OWNER’S MANUAL FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS WARNING: Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installing or servicing. Correct all leaks at once. Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa) 1. Installation Items Needed • 5/16" hex socket wrench or nut-driver • sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not provided) 1. Open lower louver door panel by gently pulling forward. 2.
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Open ON POSITION Equipment Shutoff Valve Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa) 1. 2. 3. Close equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 36). Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane/LP supply tank valve for propane/LP gas fireplace or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas fireplace, or using compressed air.
OWNER’S MANUAL FIREPLACE INSTALLATION 2. Glass Door Assembly Continued REMOVING/REPLACING GLASS DOOR 3. Screw Junction Box You must remove glass door to install optional brick liners, logs, lava rock, and ember material. CAUTION: Do not operate this fireplace with a broken glass door panel. Do not operate this fireplace without the glass door panel securely in place. For replacement part information see Replacement Parts, page 30. 1. 2. 3. 4.
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Attaching Magnetic Decorative Brass Strips This fireplace comes with a set of two magnetic decorative brass strips. Before attaching strips to fireplace, remove plastic film from brass pieces. After installing the door, attach these strips to the top and bottom of the glass door frame. INSTALLING OPTIONAL BRICK LINER D8037A 8. Loosely secure retainer brackets to grate. Brackets are adjustable left to right to allow proper placement of panel.
OWNER’S MANUAL FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING LOGS, LAVA ROCK AND GLOWING EMBERS WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury. Each log is marked with a number. These numbers will help you identify the log when installing. It is very important to install these logs exactly as instructed. Do not modify logs. Only use logs supplied with fireplace. 1.
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE 1. 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 is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light the pilot by hand. 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.
OWNER’S MANUAL BURNER FLAME PATTERN OPERATING FIREPLACE INSPECTING BURNERS Continued Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often. OPERATING OPTIONAL BLOWER ACCESSORY Locate the blower controls by opening the lower louver panel on the fireplace. Blower controls are located on the left side of the switch bracket to the left just inside the louver panel. Both the GA3700 manual blower and the DA3610TA thermostatically-controlled blower have an ON setting and an OFF setting.
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn off fireplace and let cool before cleaning. CAUTION: You must keep control areas, burners, and circulating air passageways of fireplace clean. Inspect these areas of fireplace before each use. Have fireplace inspected yearly by a qualified service person. Fireplace may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, pet hair, etc. GLASS DOOR WARNING: Handle glass door panel with care.
OWNER’S MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING Note: For additional help, visit DESA International’s technical service web site at www.desatech.com. WARNING: Turn off heater 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: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation.
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Delayed ignition burner 1. Manifold pressure is too low 2. Burner porting or orifice clogged 1. Contact local natural gas company 2. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Maintenance, page 26) or replace burner orifice Burner backfiring during combustion 1. Burner orifice is clogged or damaged 2. Damaged burner 3. Gas regulator defective 1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Maintenance, page 26) or replace burner orifice 2.
OWNER’S MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING Continued WARNING: If you smell gas Shut off gas supply. 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. • • • • IMPORTANT: Operating fireplace where impurities in air exist may create odors.
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE REPLACEMENT PARTS TECHNICAL SERVICE Note: Use only original replacement parts. This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty. You may have further questions about installation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA International’s Technical Service Department at 1-800-DESA LOG (1-800-337-2564). You can also visit DESA International’s technical service web site at www.desatech.com.
OWNER’S MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS DVFE34 Btu 15,000/21,000 Btu/hr Gas Type Ignition Natural Piezo Manifold Pressure 3.5" w.c. Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure 4.5" w.c. Dimension, Inches/mm (HxWxD) Fireplace (Actual size of firebox. Measurements do not include nailing flanges or standoffs). Carton Weight, lbs/kg Fireplace Shipping 107205 32 3/16" x 34 3/8" x 18 1/2" 817 x 873 x 470mm 37" x 40" x 21" 940 x 1016 x 533mm 123 lbs/56 kg 126 lbs/57 kg 31 For more information, visit www.desatech.
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN DVFE34 33 2 7 11 (Included in Hardware Pack) 44 37 6 47 43 31-1 31-2 25 42 26 27 29 1 31-3 38 19 31-4 32 6 34 6 4 18 32 16 36 28 35 17 14 46 15 5 8 28 9 39 24 40 48 10 21 32 3 7 41 For more information, visit www.desatech.
OWNER’S MANUAL PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 30 of this manual. DVFE34 KEY NO.
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE ACCESSORIES Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA International’s Sales Department at 1-800-432-2382 for information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual.
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WARRANTY INFORMATION KEEP THIS WARRANTY Model Serial No. Date Purchased Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory. We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable is our standard written warranty. We make no other warranty, expressed or implied.
