Top Vent Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Models: DVA4136 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. FOR YOUR SAFETY Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: • Do not try to light any appliance.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Table of Contents PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS 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 may result in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty. Installation & Operating Instructions Important Information, Warnings, Cautions ........................
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Installation & Operating Instructions This gas fireplace should 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. FOR SAFE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: 1.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Installation & Operating Instructions Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts All gas fitting and installation of this heater shall only be done by a licensed gas fitter or licensed plumber.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Fireplace Dimensions Rough Opening Depth 22���” (575 mm) 7” (178 mm) Dia. m m (1 5/8 ) 64 ” ( 1 5 6 m m m m ) ) 20���” (524 mm) 20���” (524 mm) (8 22 2" (51 mm) 8���” (210 mm) 42���” (1073 mm) 64 � 42” (1067 mm) 32” (813 mm) 41” (1041 mm) Rough Opening Height ��” ��” 32 � 45���” (1162 mm) 45���” (1162 mm) 7���” (191 mm) 4” (102 mm) Dia.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace V Locating Your Fireplace W X Y Y A E B Standoff X C Y Noncombstible Material Z D X B A B C D 3/4” (19 mm) Scribe Moulding for use with CFM Cabinets E Fireplace F Louvre Assembly top Fig. 2 Locate gas fireplace. A - Flat on wall D - *Room divider Y - 6” minimum B - Cross corner E - *Flat on wall corner Note (Fig.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Gas Specifications Hearth A hearth is not mandatory but is recommended for aesthetic purposes. We recommend a noncombustible hearth which projects out 12” (305mm) or more from the front of the fireplace. Cold climate installation recommendation: When installing this unit against a noninsulated exterior wall or chase, it is mandatory that the outer walls be insulated to conform to applicable insulation codes.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 1/2” Gas Supply 1/2” NPT X 1/2” Flare Shut-off Valve 3/8” Flex line (from valve) FP297A Fig. 5 Typical gas supply installation. Always check for gas leaks with a mild soap and waterFP297A solution. Do not use an VENT FREE open flame for INSTA leak testing. UVHB26 GAS SUPPLY 7/1/98 The gas control is equipped with a captured screw type pressure test point, therefore it is not necessary to provide a 1/8” test point up stream of the control.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace White or Green Green or White White or Orange Orange or White AF-4000 Learn Button Black Yellow Orange Brown Main Main Module Blue Battery Back-Up Pack Remote/Off Switch Continuous Pilot ON/OFF Switch White Yellow Red Orange Red Brown Black Black Gnd Brown (SWI) (Optional Brown (SWI) ON/OFF Switch) Red Black Black Red Black Pilot I To Pilot Flame Sensor S Step Motor Main Flame To Pilot Ignitor 120V AC / 7.
DVA4136 Series 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 specifically approved and labelled for this fireplace may be used. • Vent terminations shall not be recessed into a wall or siding. • • 10 Horizontal venting which incorporates the twist lock pipe must be installed on a level plane without an inclining or declining slope.
DVA4136 Series 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 12” (30cm
DVA4136 Series 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.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Twist Lock Pipes To join the twist lock pipes together, simply align the beads of the male end with the grooves of the female end, then while bringing the ends together, twist the pipe until the flange on the female end contacts the external flange on the male end. It is recommended that you secure the joints with three (3) sheet metal screws, however this is not mandatory with twist lock pipe.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Vertical Sidewall Applications 2' (610 mm) Since it is very important that the venting system maintain its balance between the combustion air intake and the flue gas exhaust, certain limitations as to vent configurations apply and must be strictly adhered to. 1' (305 mm) 5' (1.5 m) The vent graph showing the relationship between vertical and horizontal side wall venting will help to determine the various dimensions allowable.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Zero clearance sleeve is only required for combustible walls. Example: Elbow 1 Elbow 2 Elbow 3 Elbow 4 = = = = 90° 45° 45° 90° 4 STEP 3 Place fireplace into position. (Fig. 20) Measure the vertical height (X) required from the base of the flue collars to the center of the wall opening. Total angular variation = 270° Max.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace X FP1241 Fig. 21 Horizontal length requirement. Fig. 23 Apply high temperature sealant to collars or terminations. STEP 6 Support horizontal pipes every 3’ (914 mm) with metal pipe straps. Make sure the horizontal vent pipe is installed on a level horizontal plane. Use appropriate length of pipe sections - telescopic or fixed - and install the horizontal vent sections.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Step 4 Install the 4” (102 mm) flex vent pipe to the appliance collar as described on Page 12. Secure the end with the first spring 6³⁄₄” (172 mm) from the flex pipe end to the unit. Step 5 Slide the 7” (178 mm) flex vent pipe over the 4” flex vent pipe and secure the 7” collar as described on Page 12. Step 6 Bend the flex pipe horizontal so the bottom of the horizontal pipe measure 18¹⁄₂” (470 mm) from the top of the unit immediately after the 90° formation. (Fig.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Example: Maximum horizontal length 0 x 45° elbows = 10’ (3 m) 1 x 45° elbows = 8¹⁄₂’ (2.6 m) 2 x 45° elbows = 7’ (2.1 m) • A minimum of an 8’ (2.4 m) vertical rise. • Two sets of 45° elbows offsets within these vertical Snorkel Foundation Recess Wall Screws • Recess Brackets Watertight Seal Around Pipe Sheet Metal Screws BG401 Fig. 27 Snorkel installation, recessed foundation. • installations. From 0 to a maximum of 8’ (2.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Vertical Through-the-Roof Installation 1. Locate your fireplace. 2. Plumb to center of the (4” (102 mm) flue collar from ceiling above and mark position. 3. Cut opening equal to 9³⁄₈” x 9³⁄₈” (240 x 240 mm). 4. Proceed to plumb for additional openings through the roof. In all cases, the opening must provide a minimum of 1” (25 mm) clearance to the vent pipe, i.e., the hole must be at least 9³⁄₈” x 9³⁄₈” (240 x 240 mm). 5. Place fireplace into position. 6.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Venting Components 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 for 7TDVSKV-B order 7/12 to 12/12 roof pitch for 7TDVSKV-F order flat roof Starter Kit for Below Grade Installation Model 7TDVSKS -Snorkel Kit (Twist Lock Pi
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Operating Instructions Glass Information Only glass approved by CFM Corporation should be used on this fireplace. above the glass door frame. (Fig. 35) After the glass has been cleaned, reassemble the trim to the fireplace in reverse order. • 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.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Glass Cleaning It is necessary to periodically clean the glass. During start-up condensation, which is normal, forms on the inside of the glass. This condensation causes lint, dust and other airborne particles to cling to the glass surface. After the initial cleaning process the glass should be cleaned two or three times during each operating season depending on the environment in the house. Clean the glass after the first two weeks of operation.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Rear Log (M1) Figure 38 LG510 Figure 39 3. Place the left log (M3) on the left side of burner. (Fig. 39) Place the hole in the bottom of the log over the front left locator pin on the burner. (Fig. 37) Place the left side of the log just inside the stop bracket on the left of the burner. (Fig. 37) ������ ������������ ����� LG511 Left Log (M3) Figure 40 ����� ������������ ����� 4. Place the front log (M2).
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 5. Place the top center log (M4). Place the two (2) holes in the bottom of the log over the pins on the front log. The top of the log will rest against the rear log. (Fig. 41) 6. Place the top right log (M5). Place the bottom rectangular sot of this log onto the right side of the rear log. The cross section of the log will rest on top of the front log. (Fig. 41) Top Right Log (M6) Figure 41 Top Center Log (M4) LG513 7. Place the top front log (M6).
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DVA4136 Series 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.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Remote Control Transmitter Operation Matrix Set Temperature: This will ONLY appear when the THERMOSTAT is activated Manual ON: When manual ON, the word ON will appear and when manual OFF the word OFF will appear. Program Mode: This P1 and P2 for weekdays and weekends icon will appear when the program is operational Thermostat Range: The range for the room temperature readout is 32-99° F. The room temperature always displays on the LCD.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Main Flame Modulation The main flame modulation will use the step motor on the main gas valve. The control of the main flame level will be from a button on the handheld transmitter. When the FLAME MAIN button is pressed, the main flame setting level will flash on the LCD display and the user can select desired setting from highest to lowest with 6 different levels via the UP and DOWN buttons.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Program Mode A short push of (PROG/ TIME) button will select/ operate or de-activate the PROGRAM mode. A long push (push & hold for more than 5 seconds) of this button will enter into the Setting of PROGRAM mode.
DVA4136 Series 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).
DVA4136 Series 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).
DVA4136 Series 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. 45) 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.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Conversions must be completed by qualified personnel Fuel Conversion Instructions Pilot Location To convert the DVA4136 units for use with a different gas follow these instructions. Before proceeding, turn control knob on valve to “OFF” and turn gas supply OFF. Turn OFF any electricity that may be going to the appliance. Remove Screws Remove Screws Fettle Screw CAUTION: Logs may be HOT! Allow to cool before proceeding. 1.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 3. Install this air shutter to new mixer tube supplied with conversion kit using screw from old mixer tube. Refer to Table 2 to set shutter opening. 4. Using 2 screws, install new mixer tube and new spring assembly into burner housing assembly taking care to properly align gasket with mixer tube mounting plate and spring assembly mounting plate. (Fig. 51) 5.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Table 1 Injector Orifice Size Matrix Kit # 10010369 Model DVA4136IN Kit # 10010371 Model DVA4136IP Conversion to LP Minimum Burner Orifice Input (BTU/hr) Rate Screw Front Part # Rear Part # Minimum Maximum #51 #61 57622 #52 50996 7,100 38,000 10010519 (.039”) (.0635”) Conversion to Natural Gas Minimum Burner Orifice Input (BTU/hr) Rate Scew Front Part # Rear Part # Minimum Maximum LSS-00 #52 50996 #36 10002896 7,100 38,000 20012264 (.0635”) (.
DVA4136 Series 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 logs and lava rock/ember material should be removed and the burner compartment vacuumed and wiped out. Remove and replace the logs as per the instructions in this manual. Always handle the logs with care as they are fragile and may also be hot if the fireplace has been in use.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 6. Follow the “Burner Orifice Conversion” instructions to remove the burner only. 7. Remove the six (6) screws securing the glass light brackets to the firebox bottom. (Fig. 56) 8. Remove the glass, noting the orientation of the gasket on the glass. (Fig. 57) 9. Remove the bad bulb(s) and install new bulb(s). (Fig. 58) 10.Reassemble the fireplace in reverse order. Light bulb replacement complete. Glass Glass Gasket FP1840 Fig. 57 Remove glass gasket and glass.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 1a 6 1 2 1b 1c 4 1f 8 7 3 1e 5 1d 10 13 9 15 21 19a,b 11 12 14 24 23 25 20 26 18a,b 31 30 27 32 34 35 33a,b 36 37 38 41 40 46 39 45 42 49 43 47 48 44 50 CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, with out notice.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace DVA4136 Ref. 1. 1a. 1b. 1c. 1d. 1e. 1f. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16a. 16b. 17a. 17b. 18a. 18b. 19a. 19b. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33a. 33b. 34. 35. 36. (continued) Description Log Set (complete) Rear Log (M1) Front Log (M2) Left Log (M3) Top Center Log (M4) Top Right Log (M5) Top Front Log (M6) Volcanic Lava Rock Pkg. 3lb Embers Package Rear Log Support Bracket Assembly Grate Assembly Burner Housing Assembly - Nat.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace DVA4136 Ref. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. (continued) Description Outer Collar Assembly Gasket Plate Cover Flue Pipe Burner Tray Gasket Relief Plate Assembly (Burner Base) Plate Relief w/Gasket Assembly Shield Heat Pilot 24” Wire Harness 8-Pin 8-Wire Light Bulb 60A 15CL 130V Light Color Glass Assy Light Socket w/Bracket Assy Light Glass Bracket Deflector A/C Adapter Plug 7.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Optional Accessories Fan Kits FK12 Fan Assembly 1. Open louvre assembly bottom. 2. Install FK12 fan in back of unit between hearth supports. (Fig. 59) 3. Secure fan on velcro strips. 4. Power to the fan can be supplied by plugging the supply lead into a conveniently located wall socket or by using a hard-wired EB-1 connector box. 5. Be sure fan motor does not touch hearth supports.
DVA4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Wiring Instructions The fireplace, when installed, must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electric Code. For USA installations follow the local codes and the national electrical code ANSI/NFPA No. 70. Should this fan require servicing or repair the power supply must be disconnected. For rewiring of any replacement parts refer to Figure 61.
LIMITED LIFETIMEDVA4136 WARRANTY Series 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 DVA4136IFN EnerGuide Ratings Fireplace Efficiency (%) 70 Steady State (%) Fan-ON 81 CFM Corporation 2695 Meadowvale Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5N 8A3 800-668-5323 • www.cfmcorp.com D.O.E.
