Direct Vent Model: DVR28IN � � � � � �� � � �� � � � � � �� �������� Installation Instructions and Homeowner’s Manual INSTALLER/CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING APPLIANCE ����� 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. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: • Do not try to light any appliance.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Table of Contents PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE. Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a CFM Corporation fireplace. IMPORTANT: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions fully may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty. Installation & Operating Instructions Important Curing/Burning Instructions ...................
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Installation & Operating Instructions This gas appliance must be installed by a qualified installer, preferably NFI or WETT (Canada) certified, in accordance with local building codes and with current CSA-B149.1 Installation codes for Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment. For USA Installations follow local codes and/or the current National Fuel Gas Code. ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace DVR28 Fireplace Dimensions Finished Wall 6���” (162 mm) 1“ (25 mm) Min. 19���” (492 mm) 15����" (395 mm) 14�����” (377 mm) 28” (711 mm) 12” (305 mm) Min. Finished Wall Fig. 1 Fireplace specifications and framing dimensions. Minimum Ceiling and Floor Clearance Side View 24” 27” (610 mm) (686 mm) Min. Ceiling Finished Wall Typ. 16” (406 mm) o.c.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 3. Make sure framing for firestop is correct. NOTE: Firestop is for combustible walls. Refer to firestop framing instructions on Pages 4 and 12, Figures 4 and 17. 4. Plumb for gas connection. Refer to Gas Line Installation on Page 6. 5. Finish wall as desired. CAUTION: If wall is finished with combustible materials, be sure to install firestop according to instructions. Locating Your Fireplace E A B Y C Y X D B F Mounting the Fireplace LU584-R Fig.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Gas Line Installation Sheet Metal Screws (8) When purging the gas lines, the front window frame assembly must be removed. Wall Mounting Bracket Secured to Walll DVR28 Sheet Metal Screws (4) FP1785 Fig. 6 Secure fireplace to wall mounting bracket. The gas pipeline can be brought in under the bottom of the fireplace. The gas line connections will be covered by bottom trim. Refer to Figure 7 for gas line dimensions. Use 1/2” rigid pipe.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Wireless Remote White Green Orange ON OFF HI/LO DC Motor Drive Pilot Main Module HI AF-4000 LO Red AF-4000B/P Black Red Black Red Black No wiring required. (Refer to Pages 6,19, 23) FP1796 Orange Wireless remote 3/07 Brown Black Brown Brown HI/LO DC Battery Pack FP1750 (SWI) (SWI) Gnd Black Red Optional DC Battery Back-up Fig. 8 DVR28 wiring diagram.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace General Venting Your fireplace is approved to be vented either through the side wall, or vertically through the roof. • Only CFM Corporation venting components specifi• • • cally approved and labelled for this fireplace may be used. If vent termination is installed in an accessible location, Vent Termination Guard #53525 shall be installed. Vent terminations shall not be recessed into a wall or siding.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace General Venting Information - Termination Location INSIDE CORNER DETAIL G V H A N N D L V E C B V F B ����� ������ B V Ope Operable rable V B B B J X X AIR SUPPLY INLET M I A CFM145a V VENT TERMINATION V V Fixed Closed V K X AREA WHERE TERMINAL IS NOT PERMITTED Canadian Installations1 US Installations2 A = Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony B = Clearance to window or door that may be opened CFM145a 1
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Termination Clearances Termination clearances for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors. Inside Corner Alcove Applications* Outside Corner G= Combustible 6" (152 mm) G F= Combustible 6" (152 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) V Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) V C V E O F Balcony with perpendicular side wall Balcony with no side wall D C E = Min. 6” (152 mm) for non-vinyl sidewalls Min. 12” (305 mm) for vinyl sidewalls O = 8’ (2.4 m) Min.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace How to Use the Vent Graph Rear Wall Venting Applications The vent chart should be read in conjunction with the following vent installation instructions to determine the relationship of the vertical and horizontal dimensions of the vent system. 1. Determine the height of the center of the horizontal vent pipe exiting through the outer wall. Using this dimension on the Sidewall Vent Graph (Fig. 14) locate the point intersecting with slanted graph line. 2.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Rear Wall Installation Twist Lock Pipe Adjustable Zero Clearance Sleeve Max. Length 12” (305mm) #8 Screws (2) STEP 1 Locate vent opening on the wall. To locate hole center consult with appropriate fireplace dimensions, Page 4. Frame as shown below. #8 Screws (2) #8 Screws (2) Combustible Walls (Fig. 17): Cut a 10³⁄₈”H x 9³⁄₈” W (264 x 240 mm) hole through the exterior wall and frame as shown. Firestop Noncombustible Walls (Fig.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Vertical Sidewall Applications Since it is very important for the venting system to maintain balance between the combustion air intake and the flue gas exhaust, certain limitations as to vent configurations apply and must be strictly adhered to. The Vent Graph shows the relationship between vertical and horizontal side wall venting and will help to determine the various dimensions allowable.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Do not backfill around snorkel. Below Grade Installations When it is not possible to meet the required vent terminal clearances of 12” (305 mm) above grade level a snorkel kit is recommended. This allows installation depth of down to 7” (178 mm) below grade level. The 7” is measured from the center of the horizontal vent pipe as it penetrates through the wall. Ensure the sidewall venting clearances are observed.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace • A minimum of an 8’ (2.5m) vertical rise is required. • Two sets of 45° elbow offsets may be used within the • • • vertical sections. From 0 to a maximum of 8’ (2.5 m) of vent pipe can be used between elbows. (Fig. 26) 7DVCS supports offsets. (Fig. 28) This application will require that you first determine the roof pitch and use the appropriate starter kit. (Refer to Venting Components List) The maximum angular variation allowed in the system is 270°. (Fig.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Min. 2' (610 mm) 3 #5 Sheet Metal Screws per Joint Sealant Storm Collar TWL101a Fig. 30 Roof flashing. FP1185 Fig. 29 Minimum termination to roof clearance.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Venting Components 7TDVRVT - Through the wall Rear Vent Termination 584A venting components rear vent term 4/6/99 djt 584B Vent components Starter Kit 2/25/99 djt Starter Kit Model 7TDVSK - Sidewall Venting (Twist Lock Pipe) Model 7FDVSK - Sidewall Venting (Flex Vent Pipe) Models 7TDVTK/TV - Hot Touch Termination Kits Model 7TDVTVTK/TV - Cool Touch Termination Kit Starter Kit - Model 7TDVSKV - Vertical Venting for 7TDVSKV-A order 1/12 to 6/12 roof pitch f
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Operating Instructions Glass Cleaning Glass Information Only glass approved by CFM Corporation should be used on this fireplace. • The use of any non-approved replacement glass will void all product warranties. • Care must be taken to avoid breakage of the glass. • Do not operate appliance with glass front removed, cracked or broken.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Flame & Temperature Adjustment To adjust Hi/Lo setting, push either the high or low control button on remote control transmitter. ON OFF HI LO LG480 FP1759 Fig. 35 Correct DVR28 flame. Center flame should be approximately 5¹⁄₂” (140 mm) high. FP1796 Fig. 33 Flame adjustment for American Flame valve. Wireless remote 3/07 Flame Characteristics It is important to periodically perform a visual check of the pilot and the burner flames.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Lighting & Operating Instructions For Fireplaces equipped with AF4000 Gas Valve Warning: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result, causing property damage, personal injury and loss of life. For Your Safety, Read the Following Warnings before Lighting the Appliance • A. This fireplace is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. DO NOT try to light the pilot by hand. B.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Troubleshooting AF4000 Valve If erratic system behavior is observed that cannot be resolved by the methods outlined below, ensure that there is not a transmitter with batteries installed that may be interfering. If a transmitter is packed with batteries installed, its buttons may be depressed sending a constant signal which can interfere with the transmission of desired signals. A transmitter with new batteries can have a range of over 100’ (30.4 m).
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Troubleshooting AF4000 Valve (continued) Pilot will not light/stay lit • Verify the gas supply is turned on. • Verify the receiver is receiving the signal from the transmitter by listening for a beep from the receiver when ON is pressed on the transmitter. If you do not hear a beep, ensure the module has learned the transmitter (see above).
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Troubleshooting AF4000 Valve (continued) Pilot flame is always on/ will not extinguish Main flame will not light • Ensure the CONTINUOUS PILOT switch on the control module (Fig. 36) is set to OFF. • Verify the gas supply is turned on. • Ensure the pilot flame will ignite. If not, see pilot flame troubleshooting above. • Make sure the green and white leads from the module are securely connected to the terminals labeled “MAIN: on the valve body. (Fig.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Maintenance Burner and Burner Compartment It is important to keep the burner and the burner compartment clean. At least once per year the burner compartment should be vacuumed and wiped out. Cleaning the Standing Pilot Control System The burner and control system consists of • burner tube • pilot assembly • gas valve • gas orifice Most of these components may require only an occasional checkup and cleaning and some may require adjustment.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 11 9 10 8 13 17 12 15 16 14 CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. DVR28IN (GFYN4G0) Ref. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17.
Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Optional Accessories Curve Face Kit Model # ICVCTK04 ICVCTK05 Color Rustic Bronze Charcoal Screen Door Kit Model # ICVCSTK 26 20012301
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Vermont Castings DVR28 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY All Vermont Castings gas stoves, gas inserts, and gas fireplaces, and all Majestic brand gas fireplaces equipped with an Insta-Flame Ceramic Burner, or standard steel tube burner.
Efficiency Ratings Model DVR28IN EnerGuide Ratings Fireplace Efficiency (%) 67.6 Steady State (%) Fan-OFF Fan-ON 85 n/a CFM Corporation 410 Admiral Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5T 2N6 800-668-5323 • www.cfmcorp.com D.O.E. (AFUE%) 64.
