Empire Comfort Systems GN - Manuals

22618-17-0308 Page 5 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 v...

22618-17-0308 Page 6 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” 12.7mm 3/8” 9.5 mm 1/2” 12...

22618-17-0308 Page 7 Qualified Installing Agency Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equip- ment or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be performed only by a qualified agency. The term “qualified agen- cy” mean any individual, firm, corporation or company whi...

22618-17-0308 Page 8 Model PV28SV50 Input BTU/HR (KW/H) 19,000 Rear - 9,000 Front Height 25 1/8” Width 28 3/16” Depth 17 5/8” Gas Inlet (Pipe) 3/8” Flair Electrical - Unit has a 5’ (1.5 m) 3 pronged cordset for con- nection to an approved 115 VAC 60 Hz maximum AMPs - 5A wall receptacle. Accessories ...

22618-17-0308 Page 10 1. Pick a location on a wall with a clear space in the room. In selecting a location for installation, it is necessary to provide adequate accessibility clearances for servicing and proper installation. Be sure to locate the unit close enough to a 115 VAC wall receptacle to pro...

22618-17-0308 Page 15 CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES Freestanding Models Freestanding Units A Rear Wall to Heater 0” (2” Single Flue and 1 1/4” Direct Vent for Serviceability) B Side Wall to Heater 0” (4” recommended for serviceability) C Corner Installation 0” D Mantel Clearance See Figure 11 Fireplace ...

22618-17-0308 Page 18 All Logs The positioning of the logs is critical to the safe and clean opera- tion of this heater. Sooting and other problems may result if the logs are not properly and firmly positioned in the appliance.6. Prior to positioning of top left log and top right log, inspect front b...

22618-17-0308 Page 19 VENT EXAMPLES FOR SINGLE FLUE Max Vent Run - 40 ft. Equivalent With Three (3) 90° ElbowsSpecial Note: The vent terminal 90° elbow and first 90° elbow off back of the heater, when within 6” (15.2 cm), do not contrib- ute to the overall vent length measurement. For each 45° elbow ...

22618-17-0308 Page 22 Available from Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. PVVK-CFA FLEX VENT KIT The flex vent kit is a flexible vent hose that is 42” in length. The flex vent kit will be used when installing a Mantis into an existing fireplace. The flex vent kit can be cut down, but can only be cut from one end...

22618-17-0308 Page 23 Available from Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. INSTALL FOAM GASKET FLUE ADAPTOR PLASTIC GASKET THREADED CONNECTOR Attach flue adaptor to back of heater with four (4) screws. Note: No PVC cement is needed to install flue adaptor kit. Install plastic gasket and screw threaded connecto...

22618-17-0308 Page 24 HORIZONTAL EXAMPLES FOR COLINEAR DIRECT VENT Figure 27 Enhanced top view of Figure 26 Figure 26 Max Vent Run - 40 ft. Equivalent With Three (3) 90° ElbowsSpecial Note: The vent terminal 90° elbow and first 90° elbow off back of the heater, when within 6” (15.2 cm), do not con- t...

22618-17-0308 Page 25 VERTICAL EXAMPLES FOR COLINEAR DIRECT VENT Figure 28 Calculation example of vent run maximum 40’ Determining Minimum Vent Height Above the RoofWARNING: Major U.S. building codes specify minimum chimney and/or vent height above the rooftop. These minimum heights are necessary in...

22618-17-0308 Page 27 PVCA HORIZONTAL COLINEAR DIRECT VENT ADAPTOR COLINEAR ADAPTER 1. Attach colinear adaptor to back of heater with two (2) screws. 2. When adapter is connected, continue with your vent run. Cementing PVC joint is recommended, but not required on colinear fresh air intake adaptor. ...

22618-17-0308 Page 28 PVVTC TERMINATION CAP VENT KIT Available from Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. Termination Cap Vertical exhaust cap used with 1 1/2” PVC pipe installation. Termination cap also used with colinear transition plate model PVCT. Refer to instruction manual for venting examples. PVC CEM...

22618-17-0308 Page 29 PVCT COLINEAR TRANSITION VENT KIT Available from Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. Flat Roof or Chimney Application 1. Attach plate to chimney chase or flat roof with four (4) screws. Use outdoor sealant to seal transition plate to the roof or chimney chase. 2. Check local codes to d...

22618-17-0308 Page 30 DIRECT VENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FLUE CENTER EXTERIOR GRADE MANTEL GAS SUPPLY 12” (30.5cm) MIN. SURROUND DO NOT GLUETHIS POINT DIRECT VENT KITMODEL #PVVK-24H OR PVVK-48H Figure 32 Horizontal Venting 45° ELBOW 47.5” (1.2m) Figure 33 Horizontal Venting Maximum 47.5” (1.2 m) ...

22618-17-0308 Page 34 GAS CONNECTION INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS GAS CONNECTION (Line Supply) A 3/8” Flair gas line connection is supplied in the heater GAS SUPPLY LINE TO HEATER a. Remove top panel from heater by lifting top panel. b. Remove front and rear panel. c. Remove rubber grommet from back pa...

22618-17-0308 Page 35 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CHECKLIST BEFORE OPERATING THIS APPLIANCE, CAREFULLY PROCEED THROUGH THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST 1. Read and understand these instructions before installing or operating this appliance. 2. This appliance is should be installed and repaired by a fully qualified...

22618-17-0308 Page 36 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Main Electrical power supply must always be switched on to the unit with the two burner switches in the off position (up) before lighting the heater. 2. Turn on main gas supply.3. Verify that main electrical supply is switched on by checking the 115V AC...

22618-17-0308 Page 37 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EX- PLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR LOSS OF LIFE. A. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be su...

22618-17-0308 Page 38 FAN OPERATION The 3-speed main convection fan will automatically start approximately 3 to 5 minutes after the heater has warmed up. Note: The 3-speed main convection fan is automatically controlled and will operate on three preset speeds. Depending on your burner setting and th...

22618-17-0308 Page 39 GAS CONVERSION INSTRUCTIONS Warning: Conversion must be done by a qualified service technician. Main burner orifices, front burner bushing, and gas conversion label are provided in conversion kit attached to manifold pipe. CONVERSION INSTRUCTIONS FROM (LP) PROPANE GAS TO NATURAL ...

22618-17-0308 Page 40 GAS CONVERSION INSTRUCTIONS Warning: Conversion must be done by a qualified service technician. Main burner orifice(s) and new gas conversion label are provided in conversion kit attached to manifold pipe. CONVERSION INSTRUCTIONS FROM NATURAL GAS TO (LP) PROPANE GAS 1. Turn OFF g...

22618-17-0308 Page 41 AUTOMATIC HUMIDIFIER OPERATION Most gas heaters dry out the air in the room. The Mantis has in- geniously solved this problem with an Automatic Humidifier. Gas contains moisture which is normally expelled out the flue or chimney after combustion. But the Mantis is so efficient by ...

22618-17-0308 Page 42 OPTIONAL CONTROLLERS See your Mantis dealer for correct controller type. MODELS FRBTP Battery Operated Remote w/ Programmable Thermostat FRBTC Battery Operated Remote w/ Thermostat TRW Battery Operated Wireless Remote Wall Thermostat TMV2 Thermostat, 2 Stage INSTRUCTIONS MUST B...

22618-17-0308 Page 44 WIRING (1) (2) BLACK BLACK (3) (4) RED YELLOW (5) (6) RED BLUE (7) (8) BROWN GREY (9) (10) RED RED (11) (12) BLACK BLACK (13) (14) RED RED (15) (16) FRONT H.S.I. FRONT H.S.I. (17) (18) REAR H.S.I. REAR H.S.I. (19) (20) BROWN WHITE (3-5-7) (1) BLUE BLACK (8) (2) BLACK (15) ORANG...

22618-17-0308 Page 45 GENERAL INFORMATION Over Temperature Cut Out The Mantis Power-Vent High-Efficiency Fireplace is protected against overheating with a high temperature 80°C (176°F) cut off switch to protect the heat exchanger, plastic sump and flue fan.The high temperature cut off switch will auto...

22618-17-0308 Page 49 PEDESTAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Optional Pedestal Assembly Installation 1. Remove pedestal assembly from carton. Handle pedestal with care to avoid paint damage. 2. Place pedestal assembly into position where heater is to be located. 3. Lift and place main body of heater on ...

22618-17-0308 Page 52 PARTS VIEW 1 4 5 6 9 7 30 28 33 5 21 15 27 24 28 19 11 12 9 10 9 34 29 31 16 20 14 29 26 25 22 17 8 3 2 13 36 18 35 23 32

22618-17-0308 Page 54 WARRANTY TERMS Purchase Date: Dealer Name/Phone: Limited Ten-Year Heat Exchanger Warranty Empire promises to the owner that if the heat exchanger (see parts list) fails because of defective workmanship or material within ten years from the date of purchase, Empire will repair, ...

22618-17-0308 Page 55 SERVICE NOTES 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 be shipped directly to the service person/dealer . All parts listed in the Parts List have a Part ...

22618-17-0308 Page 56 SERVICE NOTES EMPIRE EMPIRE Comfort Systems Empire Comfort Systems Inc. 918 Freeburg Ave. Belleville, IL 62220 If you have a general question about our products, please e-mail us at [email protected]. If you have a service or repair question, please contact your dealer. ww...