Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual DV 42 Gas Fireplace Check local codes and read all instructions prior to installation. DANGER Read and understand this manual. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause serious injury, property damage or even death. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace NOTICE You must read and understand this manual prior to installation, operation or troubleshooting this appliance. Please retain this owner’s manual for furure reference and maintenance. Table of Contents Safety Alert Key • Section 3-3-2: Venting Components........................................................................14 Introduction .................................................................................................3 • Section 3-3-3: Heat Shields...
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Safety Alert Key DANGER WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury or property damage. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury or property damage. CAUTION NOTICE Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in minor or moderate injury.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Section A: Before you Begin IMPORTANT MESSAGE: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The DV 42* Direct Vent fireplace must be installed in accordance with these Instructions. Carefully read all the Instructions in this manual first. Consult the Local Gas Branch to determine the need for a permit prior to starting the installation.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Section 1: Installation Overview and Product Dimensions Please review the Installation Checklist on page 4 for general information on preparing for a successful installation of your fireplace. The DV 42* fireplace may be installed in any location that maintains proper clearances to air conditioning ducts, electrical wiring and plumbing. Safety, as well as efficiency of operation, should be considered when selecting the fireplace location.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Section 2: Framing Combustible Header, with Supplied shield. 1). Frame in the enclosure for the unit with framing materials. The framed opening for the assembled fireplace is 42" wide, x 37" high x 225/8" deep. See Figure 2. Combustible Shelf PEL Short 90 elbow N.G. & L.P . NOTE: When constructing the framed opening, please ensure there is access to install the gas line when the unit is installed. See Figure 2.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Framing the Heat Shield Included with the DV 42 Gas fireplace, is a framing Heat Shield Kit. This kit is fabricated from galvanized steel and arrives with three (3) pieces, as shown below. The shields protect all adjacent combustible materials, mantels and mouldings from excessive heat radiated by the fireplace. NOTE: The shields must be installed as shown in Figures 6 thru 6b. Step 3. Nail or screw the top shield in place flush with framing, as shown in Figure 6b.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Section 3: Venting European Home supplies a variety of direct venting and termination options. The direct vent termination location MUST be selected such that it is the highest point in the venting assembly. It should also be selected such that it provides the shortest vent run possible.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Section 3-2: INSTALLING A ROOF MOUNTED DIRECT VENT TERMINATION (PVTK-1) This section applies to installations where the direct vent termination will be roof mounted. Section 3-2-1: VENTING LAYOUT Selection of components and details of venting lay out should adhere to the following: • The maximum termination point is 32’ above the fireplace. NOTE: If the maximum termination height is used, the flame pattern may be affected.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Connection and installation of the vent components should adhere to the following: PVTK1 Termination MEXT Sections • • • Support plate 32’ max Support ring • • • • 12” Max. • • Figure 11c. Rear vent, roof mounted venting (one 90° bend). Section 3-2-2: VENTING COMPONENTS Select from the following components and associated European Home part numbers for installation of a Roof Mounted Termination. Use only European Home Vent Components.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Section 3-3: INSTALLING A WALL MOUNTED DIRECT VENT TERMINATION This section applies to installations where the direct vent termination will be wall mounted. 4). Installation of termination from inside structure A Termination with a MOSR Frame is installed from the inside of the structure. These are commonly used in high-rise construction. MOSR Frame 1). Installation of termination with built-in frame.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Section 3-3-1: VENTING LAYOUT: wall mounted termination. Selection of components and details of venting layout must adhere to the following: • Vent terminations must not be recessed in walls or siding. • All through-the-wall terminations within 3’ of the fireplace must have a European Home Heat Shield (RHS101) installed. See Section 3-3-3. • All through-the-wall terminations beyond 3' of the fireplace must have a European Home Heat Shield (RHS8) installed.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation 45° Corner Installation. Attach an PEL-45 (45° elbow) directly onto the flue collar. Cut the PXT-20 to suit, and attach it to the PEL-45. Slide the fireplace into position and attach to the termination. Heat Shield Heat Shield PXT-18 PEL-45 Elbow PEL-90 Elbow Figure 16a. Flex installation. Allowed for NG Models ONLY. Note: Through the wall venting kits are also available for both the straight and the corner installation.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Notes for Wall Mounted Terminations on Rear Vented Fireplaces • All dimension lengths for vertical or horizontal runs are measured from center of the vent pipe. • Venting runs must fall within the limits set by the venting graphs, see Figure 17. • Fireplace must be converted to rear vent configuration prior to running vent, see Figure 7 and 8.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Section 3-3-2: VENTING COMPONENTS The following components and associated European Home part numbers are available for installation of a wall mounted termination. Use only European Home vent components. Use of non-European Home parts will void the warranty and may impede operation of the fireplace.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Installing a Wall Mounted RHS101 Heat shield. Section 3-3-3: Heat Shields Installing a Wall Mounted RHS8 Heat Shield The RHS8 Heat shield CANNOT be used when the termination is WITHIN 36" Min. horizontal and 46" vertical from the fireplace, or directly off the rear of the fireplace, as shown Figure 19a. The RHS101 Heat Shield (Figure 19c and 19d) MUST be used within the noted dimensions.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Section 4: Wiring Models DV 42NI DV 42LI Figure 21. Wiring for the SIT IPI Wiring Schematic Wiring for the Optional Fan Kit All DV 42* fireplaces may be equipped with optional fan kits for circulating heat into the living space. Installations in Canada which employ the fans must be electrically grounded in accordance with CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 and/or Local Codes.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Section 5: Installing the Gas Line Section 5-1: FUEL CONVERSION • Verify that your fireplace is compatible with your available gas type. Either natural gas or propane is specified at the time of order. • If gas type is not compatible, contact your local European Home representative to purchase a conversion kit. • Conversion kits must be installed by a qualified service technician. 0.875 dia.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Section 6: Finishing Finishing Around the Fireplace Combustible mantels and moldings may be safely installed over the top and on the front of the fireplace provided that they do not project beyond shaded area shown in Figure 24. Fireplace Facing When sizing the finish material for your fireplace, it is important to remember that THE OPENING MUST NOT BE OBSTRUCTED IN ANY WAY. To do so restricts the air supply for the control compartments and heat exchanger.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Section 7: Installing and Removing the Door The DV 42* doors are removed in a few simple steps. Follow these below to remove the horizontal access panel, unlatch the door buckles and remove the door. Replace in reverse order. Step 5: Ensure the tool is firmly in the lower end of the slot, as shown, then pull toward you. Caution! Hold the tool securely.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Installation Section 8: Installing the Accessories The DV 42 fireplace is supplied with glass beads. Optional stone and driftwood fire media are available. Installing the Glass Beads and Optional Fire Media Remove the door and trim as shown previously. Follow these instructions to ensure all parts are removed or replaced as required. Once the trim and glass doors are removed place the glass beads AROUND the burner.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Operation Section 9: Start-up Sequence Continuous Pilot withSafety American Flame Electronic For Your - READ BEFOREIgnition LIGHTING: WARNING Models DV 42 If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. B.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Operation Proflame SIT Electronic Ignition withSafety American Flame Electronic For Your - READ BEFOREIgnition LIGHTING: WARNING Models DV 42 E If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition system that lights the pilot burner automatically. Do not attempt to light the pilot by hand. B.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Maintenance Lighting Instructions See pages 22 and 23. Hi-Lo Burner Adjustment: SIT Nova 820 General The DV 42* is equipped with an adjustable burner, allowing you to raise or lower the flames. To adjust the flames, locate the black knob marked 'Hi-Lo', in the center of the gas control valve (See Figure 32). • To raise the flame height, turn the black knob (located behind the lower trim) counter-clockwise. • To lower the flame height, turn clockwise.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Maintenance Models Troubleshooting: SIT Nova 820 DV 42 The following is a troubleshooting chart of possible problems: PROBLEM SOLUTION Noisy Pilot Flame Locate pilot adjustment screw on gas control valve. Flame is decreased by turning adjustment screw clockwise. Pilot won’t ignite Disconnect remote wires and try to light pilot. If pilot now works, remote connections are faulty. Check wiring diagram figure 33. Main burner will not ignite 1. Check wiring (see figure 33).
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Replacement AppendixParts Models Models DV 42 NG DV 42 E NG DV 42 LP DV 42 E LP Continuous Pilot SIT - IPI N.G. - Gas Valve RGC1006 N.G. - Gas Valve RGC3044 L.P. - Gas Valve RGC1005 L.P. - Gas Valve RGC3045 N.G. - Pilot Assembly RPA020 N.G. - Gas Valve Stepper Motor RGC3033 L.P. - Pilot Assembly RPA021 L.P. - Gas Valve Stepper Motor RGC3034 Burner ** N.G. - Pilot Assembly RPA033 N.G Burner Orifice R0R1120 L.P. - Pilot Assembly RPA034 L.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Appendix Appendix A: Termination Locations A = clearance to the termination frame above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony [16 inches (41 cm) minimum] B = clearance to door, or sides and top of window, that may be opened [16 inches (41 cm) minimum for appliances ≤100 000 BTU/H (30kW)] C = clearance to bottom of window that may be opened horizontally [36 inches (92 cm) minimum for appliances ≤100 000 BTU/H (30kW)] D = no clearance to permanently closed window when installed
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Appendix Appendix B: Warranty The Warranty The Company warrants the European Home Gas Appliance to be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of manufacture. On the European Home Gas Appliance, there is a ten-year warranty on the firebox and its components, a five-year warranty on the main burner and pilot burner, and a one-year warranty on the gas control valve and fibre logs. Glass, plated/ painted finishes, and refractory lining are exempt.
DV 42 Indoor Gas Fireplace Appendix Appendix C: State of Massachusetts Amendment (Gas Fireplace / Equipment sold in the State of Massachusetts) 5.08: Modifications to NFPA-54, Chapter 10 (1) Revise NFPA-54 section 10.5.4.
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