Page 2 - • Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located; Section; IMPORTANT WARNINGS
Page 2 R-5627 Section Page THIS IS A HEATING APPLIANCE WHEN HEATER BAFFLE IS INSTALLED, SEE PAGE 5 Do Not Operate This Appliance Without Glass Front Panel Installed. • Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies. • The glass front or ...
Page 3 - occur if there is rust inside the storage tank or in iron gas pipes.; SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS; Close all gas tank or cylinder supply valves.; SOME POINTS TO REMEMBER; That's your signal to go into immediate action!
R-5627 Page 3 Some people cannot smell well. Some people cannot smell theodor of the chemical put into the gas. You must find out if youcan smell the odorant in propane. Smoking can decrease yourability to smell. Being around an odor for a time can affect yoursensitivity or ability to detect that od...
Page 4 - SPECIFICATIONS; Model; Figure 1
Page 4 R-5627 Accessories for All DVF-36 & DVF-42 ModelsFRBC-1 Battery Operated Remote Control FRBTC-1 Battery Operated Remote Control with Thermostat (Only used when fireplace is converted into a heater. See Page 5.) FREC-1 Electric Remote Control FWS-1 Wall Switch DVF-VKT-1 Direct Vent Firepla...
Page 6 - Warning: This unit is not for use with solid fuel.; Installation of any damaged fireplace or vent system component.; Introduction
Page 6 R-5627 This direct vent gas fireplace is designed to operate with all combustionair being siphoned from the outside of the building and all exhaust gasesexpelled to the outside of the building. The information contained in thismanual pertains to all models and gas control systems unless other...
Page 7 - Figure 5; Planning Your Installation
R-5627 Page 7 Gas Line Installation (Figure 7)The gas pipeline can be brought in through the right or left side of theappliance. Consult the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1CAN/CGA-B149 (.1 or .2) installation code. Recommended Gas Pipe Diameter Pipe Length Schedule 40 Pipe Tubing, Type L...
Page 8 - Figure 8; Acceptable vertical and horizontal vent run.; Installation; allow for finished face when setting the depth of the frame.; Figure 9
Page 8 R-5627 VENTING RUNSTo Use the Vent Graph (Figure 8)1. Determine the height of the center of the horizontal vent pipe. Using this dimension on the Sidewall Vent Graph, locate the point itintersects with the slanted graph line. 2. From the point of this intersection, draw a vertical line to the...
Page 11 - Vertical Sidewall Application (Figures 19 and 20)
R-5627 Page 11 VERTICAL, 90 ° ELBOW TO HORIZONTAL OUT THE WALL WALL FIRESTOP 275mm TO 344mm 275mm TO 344mm 240mm TO 268mm 240mm TO 268mm 356mm TO 421mm 356mm TO 421mm 14" TO 16 9/16" 14" TO 16 9/16" 10 13/16" TO 13 9/16" 10 13/16" TO 13 9/16" 9 7/16" TO 10 9/16...
Page 12 - Elbows
Page 12 R-5627 Figure 20 and Chart 1 lists examples of possible venting systems usingone (1) 90 ° elbow. Eight (8) feet is listed as maximum vertical vent run with 20 feet of maximum horizontal vent run. Vertical dimensions arebased on centerline to centerline of pipe. Horizontal dimensions arebased...
Page 13 - Service Notes
R-5627 Page 13 Service Notes Positioning the FireplaceDetermine the exact position of the appliance so the direct vent terminationwill be centered (if possible) between two (2) studs. This will avoid anyextra framing. All vent kit pipes should be assembled on the unit afterthe unit is moved into the...
Page 14 - Termination Clearances; Venting terminals shall not be recessed into wall or siding.
Page 14 R-5627 Termination Clearances (Figure 25) Termination clearance for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors. Figure 25 Vertical Sidewall InstallationsImportant! Minimum clearance between vent pipes and combustible materials is three (3") (76mm) on top, and (1") (25mm)...
Page 16 - inch inner flue joints do not require any sealant.
Page 16 R-5627 Installing Vent Components (Figure 27)Begin the vent system installation by installing the first component, 90 ° elbow to the starting collars or straight pipe on the top of the appliance,then the straight pipe length and then horizontal or vertical terminationkit. NOTE: All 8 inch ou...
Page 18 - NOTE: Termination cap should pass through the wall firestop from; F on its outside edge too, so as to make a seal to the exterior wall.; NOTE: Wood screws can and should be replaced with appropriate
Page 18 R-5627 Horizontal Terminations (Figure 33) NOTE: Termination cap should pass through the wall firestop from the exterior of the building. Adjust the termination cap to itsfinal exterior position on the building. WARNING: Termination cap must be positioned so that arrowis pointing up. Attach ...
Page 19 - Installing the Vent System in a Chase; Leak Testing Gas Line
R-5627 Page 19 Installing the Vent System in a Chase A chase is a vertical box like structure built to enclose the gas applianceand/or it's vent system. Vertical vent runs on the outside of a buildingmay be, but are not required to be installed inside a chase. Figure 35 CAUTION: Treatment of firesto...
Page 20 - Log Placement; Refer to Figure 38 for the following warning.; REAR LOG; Placement of glowing embers.
Page 20 R-5627 Figure 37 Initial Set-Up and OperationBefore you begin: This unit is supplied with a set of four ceramic fiberlogs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands! Always wear glovesto prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. After handling logs, washyour hands gently with soap and...
Page 21 - top. Push downward to lock the top louver into position.; Standing Pilot Operating Instructions; Follow the SAFETY and LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS for standing
R-5627 Page 21 Placing Lava (Decorative) Rock in Front of Grate and Burner Panon Fireplace FloorSpread lava rocks on fireplace floor in front of grate. The rocks are fordecorative effect and are not required for fireplace operation. Attention: Do not place lava rocks on logs, branches or rock wool. ...
Page 22 - RECOMMENDED WIRE GAUGES; Maximum
Page 22 R-5627 Initial LightingUpon completing the gas line or turning the gas valve on after it has beenin the "OFF" position, a small amount of air will be in the lines. Whenfirst lighting the fireplace, it will take a few minutes for the lines to purgethemselves of this air. Once the purg...
Page 23 - Standing Pilot Wiring Diagram (Figure 43)
R-5627 Page 23 Millivolt ControlThe valve regulator controls the burner pressure which should be checkedat the pressure test point. Turn captured screw counter clockwise 2 or 3turns and then place tubing to pressure gauge over test point (Use testpoint “A” closest to control knob). After taking pres...
Page 24 - causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.; LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
Page 24 R-5627 STANDING PILOT (MILLIVOLT) MODEL 4. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clock-wise to "OFF." Do not force. 5, Close louver front assembly. 7. Find pilot — Follow metal tube from gas control. Thepilot is behind the secondlog on the left side. 8. Turn gas control knob cou...
Page 25 - STANDING PILOT-TROUBLE SHOOTING; Spark ignitor will not light pilot after repeated triggering of; b. Thermopile may not be generating sufficient millivolts.; The pilot and main burner extinguish while in operation.; —Replace if necessary.; Flame burns blue and lifts off main burner.
R-5627 Page 25 STANDING PILOT-TROUBLE SHOOTING With proper installation and maintenance, your new Gas Direct Vent Fireplace should provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experiencea problem, refer to the Trouble Shooting Guide below. This guide will assist a qualified service person in the...
Page 26 - Intermittent Pilot Operating Instructions; to decrease; Intermittent Pilot Wiring Diagram (Figure 46)
Page 26 R-5627 Intermittent Pilot Operating Instructions The intermittent pilot (120/24 volt system) is ON when the main burneris ON. When the main burner is OFF the intermittent pilot is OFF. IP-Model Pilot (Figure 44)This fireplace is using a Honeywell "Smart Valve" system for intermittent...
Page 27 - Electrical Junction Box Connection; NEUTRAL
R-5627 Page 27 Electrical Junction Box Connection Figure 47 JUNCTIONBOX NEUTRAL BLACK GROUND WHITE Attention: Only, after the fireplace has been converted to aheater can a 24 volt wall thermostat or battery operated remotecontrol with thermostat, FRBTC-1 be used. See installation ofheater baffle on ...
Page 28 - FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING
Page 28 R-5627 FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING 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 fireplace is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot.Do not tr...
Page 29 - INTERMITTENT PILOT; SEQUENCE OF OPERATION; to Fireplace
R-5627 Page 29 INTERMITTENT PILOT START System Check END SEQUENCE OF OPERATION Trial for Ignition Main Burner Operation Apply 24 VAC to Appliance Thermostat Calls for Heat Flame Signal Detected Internal Check OK • Pilot Valve Opens• Ignitor Powered Pilot Light and Flame is Sensed During Trial For Ig...
Page 30 - with the Sequence of Operation; IP SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING SEQUENCE; INSET A
Page 30 R-5627 SmartValve™ System Troubleshooting SequenceNote: Before Troubleshooting, Become Familiar with the Sequence of Operation IP SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING SEQUENCE NO NO NO YES YES NO • Turn OFF Gas Supply• Disconnect System Control Harness • Set witch ON Plug Harness into SmartValveControlWai...
Page 31 - Maintenance and Service; PLEASE NOTE
R-5627 Page 31 Maintenance and Service PLEASE NOTE It is normal for appliances fabricated of steel to give off someexpansion and/or contraction noised during the start up or cooldown cycle. Similar noises are found with your furnace heatexchanger or car engine. It is not unusual for your Empire gas ...
Page 32 - How To Order Repair Parts; Fireplace Number
Page 32 R-5627 Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. Nine Eighteen Freeburg Ave. Belleville, Illinois 62222-0529 How To Order Repair Parts ... Parts can be ordered only through your service person or dealer. For best results, the service person or dealer should order parts through the distributor.Parts can b...
Page 34 - Installing Optional Fan Kit; right screw that attaches bottom louver to fireplace side.; OPTIONAL
Page 34 R-5627 WiringThe appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded inaccordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with theNational Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, if an external electrical sourceis utilized. This appliance is equipped with a three-prong [grounding]plu...
Page 35 - Parts List
R-5627 Page 35 Part FB-BK-2 Quantity Description Supplied Fan Kit 10131 1 Speed Control 10103 1 Hardware Package 10104 1 Fan Control R-2503 1 Parts List FAN SWITCH FAN SWITCH FAN KIT FAN KIT SPEED CONTROL SPEED CONTROL JUNCTION BOX JUNCTION BOX
Page 36 - TOP VIEW
Page 36 R-5627 OPTIONAL FRESH FIREPLACE AIR INTAKE KIT MODEL NUMBERS FB-AK-2 DVF-36 DVF-36IP DVF-42 DVF-42IP Optional Fresh AIr Intake Kit (Figure 1)Installation of our 6" fresh air intake kit is simple and easy to complete. This system MUST BE installed before the fireplace is enclosed with fin...
Page 37 - Figure 5 Caulk and Install Duct Termination; Figure 4 Example of Installation; PARTS LIST; CAULKING
R-5627 Page 37 Figure 5 Caulk and Install Duct Termination WALL DUCT TERMINATION RAIN CAP Figure 4 Example of Installation 4. Two cover plates are provided in kit. Use cover plate that measures 6 3/8" in height. Do not use cover plate that measures7" in height. Discard 7" cover plate. 5....
Page 38 - ACCESSORY PARTS
Page 38 R-5627 The following accessory parts can be obtained from your Empire Comfort Systems, dealer. Should you need additional informationbeyond what your dealer can furnish, contact Empire Comfort Systems, Inc., Nine Eighteen Freeburg Ave., Belleville, Illinois 62222-0529.Accessory Description M...
Page 39 - BRICK LINER KIT; INSTALLING OPTIONAL SIMULATED BRICK PANELS
R-5627 Page 39 OPTIONAL SIMULATED BRICK LINER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Direct Vent Fireplace BRICK LINER KIT MODEL NUMBER DVF- BL-36 DVF-36 DVF-36IP DVF-BL-42 DVF-42 DVF-42IP INSTALLING OPTIONAL SIMULATED BRICK PANELS 1. If installed, turn OFF gas supply to fireplace.2. If installed, remove log ass...