INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER'S MANUAL INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance. CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference. Cast Iron Direct Vent STOVE 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 the gas supplier.
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 • This appliance must be installed on a flat, solid, continuous surface (e.g. wood, metal, concrete). This may be the floor, or it may be raised up on a platform to enhance its visual impact.
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 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 stove. 3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate the stove. This direct vent gas stove 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 Model Gas Type DVP20CC LP Input BTU/HR (KW/H) Max 19,500 Input BTU/HR (KW/H) Min 13,500 Gas Inlet (Pipe) Orifice Air Shutter Setting DVP30CC Natural Gas Natural Gas LP 26,500 18,000 21,000 3/8" 3/8" 2.15mm 55 39 1.55mm 1/8" Full Open 3/16" Full Open Gas Supply Pressure Max 10.5" W.C. / 2.614 kPa 13.0" W.C. / 3.237 kPa 10.5" W.C. / 2.614 kPa 13.0" W.C. / 3.237 kPa Gas Supply Pressure Min 4.5" W.C. / 1.121 kPa 11.0" W.C. / 2.739 kPa 4.5" W.C. / 1.121 kPa 11.0" W.
GAS SUPPLY 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. 0-10 feet 0-3 meters 1/2” 12.7 mm 3/8” 9.5 mm 1/2” 12.7 mm 3/8” 9.5 mm 10-40 feet 4-12 meters 1/2” 12.7 mm 1/2” 12.7 mm 5/8” 15.9 mm 1/2” 12.7 mm 40-100 feet 13-30 meters 1/2” 12.7 mm 1/2” 12.7 mm 3/4” 19 mm 1/2” 12.
CLEARANCES In selecting a location for installation, it is necessary to provide adequate accessibility clearances for servicing and proper operation. Locating and Venting the Direct Vent Stove Clearances: When facing the front of the direct vent stove the minimum clearances to combustible construction (material) are the following: Top of appliance (ceiling) Rear Wall Side Wall Heater Corners (45° angle) to Wall Floor 36" (914.4 mm) 2" (50.8 mm) 6" (152.4 mm) 4" (101.
CLEARANCES (cont.) Special Vent Systems The following vent systems are acceptable for use with the DVP(20,30)CC stoves: Empire Horizontal Round Termination Kits - DVVK-4RE, DVVK-4REVS Empire Horizontal Round Flex Termination Kits - DVVK-4FRE, DVVK-4FREVS Simpson Duravent® GS 4" - 6 5/8" American Metal® 4" - 6 5/8" Selkirk Direct-Temp® 4" - 6 5/8" ICC Inc.
VENTING STOVE SPECIAL VENTING NOTES: DVP20CC NAT -can be vented horizontally with kit DVK45NAT maximum 18". DVP20CC LP - can be vented horizontally with kit DVK45LP maximum 18". DVP20CC (LP,NAT) - can use a 14" short snorkel or 36" tall snorkel. Co-Linear to Co-Axial Connection A Co-Axial to Co-Linear appliance connector is approved for installation in vertical venting applications. One can be purchased through Empire Comfort Systems or Simpson Dealer (part number 46DVA-GCL).
VENTING STOVE (cont.) Venting Graph (Dimensions in Feet) 1. Determine the height of the center of the termination. Using this dimension on the Venting Graph, locate the point it intersects with the slanted graph line, or the right edge of the graph. 2. From the point of this intersection, draw a vertical line to the bottom of the graph. 3. Adjust the indicated maximum dimension for additional elbows if necessary. 4. Position the unit so that maximum horizontal run is not exceeded.
VENTING STOVE (cont.) To Use the Vent Graph EXAMPLE A: If the vertical rise from the appliance outlet is 21 feet, the horizontal run to the outer wall flange of the vent termination must not exceed 4 feet with one 90° elbow. EXAMPLE B: If the vertical rise from the appliance outlet is 14 feet, the horizontal run to the outer wall flange of the vent termination must not exceed 11 feet with one 90° elbow.
TERMINATION CLEARANCES Termination clearance for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors.
VENT CLEARANCES Figure 11 A= Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony B= Clearance to window or door that may be open C= Clearance to permanently closed window Canadian Installations1 US Installations2 12 in (30 cm) 12 in (30cm) 6 in (15 cm) for appliances ≤ 10,000 Btuh (3 kW), 12 in (30 cm) for appliances > 10,000 Btuh (3 kW) and ≤ 100,000 Btuh (30 kW), 36 in (91 cm) for appliances > 100,000 Btuh (30 kW) 6 in (15 cm) for appliances ≤ 10,000 Btuh (3 kW), 9 in (23 cm) for appliances >
VENT SYSTEM IDENTIFICATION Installing Vent Components Begin the vent system installation by installing the first Simpson Duravent component on the top of the appliance with a 45° elbow and rotate the vent elbow to the desired position then add horizontal and vertical pipe lengths and then a horizontal or vertical termination kit. Elbows can be added where necessary. See Pages 11 through 15 for venting requirements.
FRAMING AND FINISHING Installing Support Brackets A horizontal pipe support MUST BE used for each 3 feet of horizontal run. The pipe supports should be placed around 6 5/8 inch diameter pipe and nailed in place to framing members. There MUST BE a 2 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 to combustibles on all horizontal pipe sections and elbows.
FRAMING AND FINISHING (continued) Figure 17 Figure 18 HORIZONTAL TERMINATION Attach and secure the termination to the last section of horizontal venting by sliding cap over the last section of horizontal venting to ensure proper location. 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 the arrow is pointing up.
VERTICAL TERMINATION Vertical Terminations Locate and mark the center point of the venting pipe. Using a nail on the underside of the roof and drive this nail through this center point. Make 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 (25 mm) 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.
DVP20CC LOG IDENTIFICATION Log Description Part Number Log A 29790 Log B 29792 Log C 29791 Log D 29793 35248-7-0816 Front View Top View Page 21
DVP20CC LOG PLACEMENT 1. 2. 3. 4. Place Log A onto the pins on the Log Support Shelf. Place Log B onto the two right pins on the burner. Place Log C onto the two left pins on the burner. Place Log D on the pin on Log A with the "fork" resting on Logs B and C.. 5. Place ember material on front burner ports as shown in Figure 25.
DVP20CC LOG PLACEMENT 1. Place Log A onto the pins on the Log Support Shelf as shown below.
DVP20CC LOG PLACEMENT 2. Place Log B onto the two right pins on the burner as shown below.
DVP20CC LOG PLACEMENT 3. Place Log C onto the two left pins on the burner as shown below.
DVP20CC LOG PLACEMENT 4. Place Log D on the pin on Log A with the "fork" resting on Logs B and C as shown below.
DVP20CC LOG PLACEMENT 5. Assembly is completed.
DVP30CC LOG IDENTIFICATION Log Description Part Number Log A 29795 Log B 29797 Log C 29796 Log D 29798 Page 28 Front View Top View 35248-7-0816
DVP30CC LOG PLACEMENT 1. Place Log A onto the pins on the Log Support Shelf as shown below.
DVP30CC LOG PLACEMENT 2. Place Log B onto the two right pins on the burner.
DVP30CC LOG PLACEMENT 3. Place Log C onto the two left pins on the burner.
DVP30CC LOG PLACEMENT 4. Place Log D on the pins on Logs A and C. *Place ember material on front burner ports as shown in Figure 25.
DVP30CC LOG PLACEMENT 5. Assembly is completed.
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 stove. When you ignite the pilot, the thermopile produces millivolts (electrical current) which energizes the magnet in the gas valve.
MAIN BURNER FLAME CHARACTERISTICS Figure 29 shows a correct main burner flame pattern. Figure 30 shows an incorrect main burner flame pattern. If main burner flame pattern is incorrect, as shown in Figure 28: • See Troubleshooting, page 28 for Millivolt models and pages 32-34 for IP models. Cleaning and Maintenance / Main Burner WARNING Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning. After use, cleaning of the main burner may be required for the proper flame.
WIRING DVP(20,30)CC ON/OFF/REMOTE Switch DVP(20,30)CC is equipped with an ON/OFF/remote switch which is located on the wire channel located on the top, left side of the stove. A wire harness is attached to the ON/OFF/REMOTE switch. The red, black and green (wires) female push-ons attach to the ON/ OFF/REMOTE switch. At the opposite end of the wire harness, the black and green (wires) female push-ons attach to the gas valve.
MILLIVOLT 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. B. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. 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.
MILLIVOLT WIRING For Standing Pilot Ignition Wiring Optional Wall Switch Appliance Requirements Position the wall switch in the desired position on a wall. Run a maximum of 25 feet (7.8m) or less length of 18 A.W.G. minimum wire and connect it to the stove valve pigtails. WARNING DO NOT CONNECT 110-120 VAC TO THE GAS CONTROL VALVE OR THE APPLIANCE WILL MALFUNCTION AND THE VALVE WILL BE DESTROYED. WARNING DO NOT CONNECT THE 110-120 VAC TO THE WALL SWITCH OR THE CONTROL VALVE WILL BE DESTROYED.
MILLIVOLT TROUBLESHOOTING With proper installation and maintenance, your new Direct Vent Stove should 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. 2. 3. Spark ignitor will not light pilot after repeated depressing of piezo ignitor button. a.
IP OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Attention: For shipping purposes, the Electronic Control Module and Receiver Plate assembly is loosely packaged near the left side of the appliance. It is necessary that the receiver plate assembly be secured to the left front flange of the appliance at the time of installation. To secure, remove the two lower screws in the left side flange of the appliance, then place the receiver plate assembly over the left front flange and secure with the two screws previously removed. 5.
IP ELECTRONIC SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM If any of the original wire as supplied with this unit must be replaced, it must be replaced with equivalent gauge and temperature rated wire. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate and may be installed in an aftermarket, permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home where not prohibited by local codes. This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases, unless a certified kit is used.
INTERMITTENT 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 can be lighted with the manual on/off switch, a remote control, or by switching the receiver switch to the “ON” position. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob.
INTERMITTENT CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING Brief Description of the Components The gas valve is fitted with a manual HI/LO knob to allow for manual modulation of the gas outlet pressure to the appliance burner. The controls are designed to be used with either LPG or Natural Gas and can be converted by use of an OEM supplied conversion kit. The Digital Fireplace Control (DFC) is an automatic gas ignition system based on a single microcontroller core.
INTERMITTENT CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING 1 If the DFC giving signal lock out: The board should be unlocked to reinitiate a pilot flame ignition (for the correct unlock sequence refer to the DFC Use and Installation Instructions). NO Is the DFC board in lock out? NO 1. Verify the electrical connections’ integrity and make sure they are in accordance with the relevant system wiring diagram. If necessary replace the wire harness. 2. Replace the DFC board. YES 1.
INTERMITTENT CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING 2 Main burner lights when the pilot only should light. YES 1. Replace DFC board. 2. Replace the gas valve. 1. Verify the pilot flame fully engulfs the tip of the sense electrode. If not replace the pilot assembly. NO 2. Replace the pilot assembly. 3. Carefully clean the electrical connections of the sense cable, and the DFC board sense cable connection. Pilot holds the flame?. NO 4.
MAINTENANCE A qualified service person recommended by your Empire dealer should conduct an annual inspection and maintenance of the appliance, its venting, and the installation to keep it running safely and efficiently. The following procedures should be performed only by a qualified service person. The gas supply should be turned off whenever a maintenance procedure is performed.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE Although the frequency of servicing and maintenance will depend on use and the type of installation, you should have a qualified service technician perform an appliance checkup at the beginning of each heating season. Specific guidelines regarding each appliance maintenance task are listed below. Use a soft brush attachment on a vacuum cleaner to gently remove dust or soot deposits from liners and burner. IMPORTANT: TURN OFF THE GAS BEFORE SERVICING YOUR APPLIANCE.
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. To Order Parts After the Warranty Period, please contact your dealer or one of the Master Parts Distributors listed below. This list changes from time to time.
DVP20CC(30,70)PARTS LIST INDEX NO.
DVP20CC(30,70)PARTS VIEW PLEASE NOTE: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. 1 2 3 4 4 5 6 5 34 38 35 36 37 13 8 7 9 12 9 11 10 10 10 10 14 31 15 IP ONLY 30 16 16 24 32 33 17 19 18 25 20 23 22 26 22 21 DVP20 23 30 27 32 28 29 IP ONLY DVP30 Use Only Manufacturer's Replacement Parts. Use of Any Other Parts Could Cause Injury Or Death.
DVP30CC(30,70) PARTS LIST INDEX NO.
DVP30CC(30,70) PARTS VIEW PLEASE NOTE: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. 1 2 3 4 4 5 6 5 34 38 35 36 37 13 8 7 9 12 9 11 10 10 10 10 14 31 15 IP ONLY 30 16 16 24 32 33 17 19 18 25 20 23 22 26 22 21 DVP20 23 30 27 32 28 29 IP ONLY DVP30 Use Only Manufacturer's Replacement Parts. Use of Any Other Parts Could Cause Injury Or Death.
CASTING PARTS LIST PLEASE NOTE: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. INDEX NO. PART NO. DVP20CC DVP30CC DESCRIPTION INDEX NO. COMMON PARTS 11 R9671 R9671 INSERT TAB (4 REQUIRED) 14 34966 34973 BARRIER SCREEN* NS N/A R9669 HINGE PIN (4 REQUIRED) NS R9670 R9670 BOLT, 1/4-20 X 1/2” (24 REQUIRED) MATTE BLACK PART NO.
CASTING PARTS VIEW PLEASE NOTE: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. 1 14 2 3 4 11 6 11 5 10 7 11 10 11 12 8 9 13 12 DVP20 13 4 5 14 Use Only Manufacturer's Replacement Parts. Use of Any Other Parts Could Cause Injury Or Death.
ACCESSORY SIDE SHELVES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installing Accessory Side Shelves: 1. Remove cast iron or stone inlay inserts from casting top and carefully set them aside. 2. Remove cast iron top from stove and place upside down on a flat, soft smooth surface to avoid damage. 3. Remove four ¼-20 hex head bolts from the outer edges of cast iron top. 4. Place left and right side shelves in place shown in Figure 34. 5.
CIB3-1 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - DVP30CC CAUTION Sharp edges, use protective gloves when installing. Carton Contents Blower Assembly Auto/On/Off Switch Fan Control Bracket Assembly Wire Channel - Left DV Wire Channel - Left VF Hardware Package (2) 10 x 1/2” Screw (1) On/Off/Auto Switch (1) Rheostat Nut (1) Knob, Rheostat Hardware Package #10 x 1/2” SCREW AUTO/ON/OFF SWITCH Installing Optional CIB3 Blower 1.
CIB3-1 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - DVP30CC Fan Control The fan control is a non-adjustable automatic type The fan control will require between 5 and 10 minutes of main burner operation before the fan control "closes" and activates the blower. The blower will continue to run between 5 and 10 minutes after the main burner shuts off, before the fan control "opens" and deactivates the blower.
CIB3-1 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - DVP30CC PARTS LIST Page 58 INDEX NUMBER PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 1 R1454 BRASS BUSHING 2 R1499 RUBBER GROMMET 3 31739 BLOWER HOUSING 4 R1410 STRAIN RELIEF BUSHING 5 R9927 BLOWER ASSEMBLY 6 24225 BLOWER COVER 7 R6159 CORD SET 8 R10363 WIRE HARNESS 9 R2503 FAN CONTROL 10 24222 FAN CONTROL BRACKET 11 R2805 AUTO OFF/ON SWITCH 12 R4192 RHEOSTAT KNOB 13 18879 RHEOSTAT 14 26050 WIRE CHANNEL - LEFT, DV 15 26052 WIRE
CIB4-1 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - DVP20CC CAUTION Sharp edges, use protective gloves when installing. Carton Contents Blower Assembly Auto/On/Off Switch Fan Control Bracket Assembly Hardware Package (2) 10 x 1/2” Screw (1) On/Off/Auto Switch Hardware Package Installing Optional CIB4 Blower 1. Loosen, but do not remove, four hex-head screws located on the exterior, bottom of the appliance. 2. Position the blower assembly at the rear of the appliance.
CIB4-1 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - DVP20CC Wiring 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 or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1, if an external electrical source is utilized. This appliance is equipped with a three-prong [grounding] plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle.
CIB4-1 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - DVP20CC PARTS LIST 35248-7-0816 INDEX NUMBER PART NUMBER 1 R1454 DESCRIPTION Brass Bushing (4 Required) 2 R1499 Rubber Grommet (4 Required) 3 CI002 Blower Housing 4 R1517 Tinnerman Clip (4 Required) 5 R2804A Blower Assembly 6 CI003 Blower Housing Cover 7 R2099 Cord Set 8 R3767A 9 24222 Fan Control Bracket 10 R2503 Fan Control 11 R2805 Auto/Off/On Switch 12 R1410 Bushing 7/8” Diameter Wire Harness Page 61
WARRANTY Empire Comfort Systems Inc. warranties this hearth product to be free from defects at the time of purchase and for the periods 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.
Empire Comfort Systems Belleville, Illinois GAS-FIRED Web Site: www.empirecomfort.com The Empire Cast Iron Stoves Models: DVP20CC(30,70)(B,F,M)(N,P)-1 DVP30CC(30,70)(B,F,M,S,W)(N,P)-1 Model Gas Type DVP20CC Natural Gas DVP30CC Natural Gas LP Input BTU/HR (KW/H) Max 19,500 LP 26,500 26,500 Input BTU/HR (KW/H) Min 13,500 18,000 Gas Inlet (Pipe) Orifice 21,000 3/8" 3/8" 2.15mm 55 39 1.55mm Gas Supply Pressure Max 10.5" W.C. / 2.614 kPa 13.0" W.C. / 3.237 kPa 10.5" W.C. / 2.
Empire Comfort Systems Belleville, Illinois GAS-FIRED Web Site: www.empirecomfort.com The Empire Cast Iron Stoves Models: DVP20CC(30,70)(B,F,M)(N,P)-1 DVP30CC(30,70)(B,F,M,S,W)(N,P)-1 CLEARANCES In selecting a location for installation, it is necessary to provide adequate accessibility clearances for servicing and proper operation.
