Page 2 - RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace; Table of Contents
2 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 Installation & Operating Instructions Important Information, Warnings, Cautions ......................................................................... 3 Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts ........................................
Page 3 - CAUTION: Due to high glass surface temperature chil-; Installation & Operating Instructions; Proposition 65 Warning:; Certified To; Vented Gas Fireplace Heaters; OFF
3 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 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 Instal...
Page 4 - “GAS VENT DIRECTLY BELOW, KEEP; MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS; Gas Equipment Venting System NOT Provided
4 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 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.For all side wall horizontally vented gas fue...
Page 5 - Fireplace Dimensions; Fireplace specifications and framing dimensions.
5 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 Fireplace Dimensions 10618 RDV4136 specs 2/08 djt 40 ��� ” (1019 mm) - Rough Opening Width Rough Opening Height Rough Opening Depth Gas Line Access 41” (1041 mm) 29 ��� ” (740 mm) 5/8” (16 mm) 58 ��� ” (1480 mm) 15 ��� ” (387 mm) 15 ��� ” (387 mm) ...
Page 6 - Locating Your Fireplace; Appliance; Concentric sections of DV Vent; Clearance to Combustibles; Combustible mantel leg minimum installation.; Mantel Chart; Combustible mantel minimum installation.; Mantels
6 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 Y E A B C D F Y B X LU584-1 Locating unit 2/4/99 djt A - Flat on wall B - Cross corner C - **Island D - *Room divider E - *Flat on wall corner F - Chase installation Y - 6” minimum Note (Fig. 2): ** Island (C) and Room Divider (D) installation is p...
Page 7 - Cold climate installation recommendation:; Flange; Flange Location for; Drywall flange location.
7 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 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 aga...
Page 8 - Typical gas supply installation.; TP; Remote switch; Remote switch wiring diagram for RN/RP models.
8 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 Installation: IN/IP Models 1. Thread the wiring through holes on the end panels of appliance. Take care not to cut wire or insulation on metal edges. Route the wire to a conveniently located receptacle box. 2. Attach the wire to the ON/OFF switch a...
Page 10 - • Horizontal venting which incorporates the twist lock; General Venting; There must not be any obstruction
10 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 Your fireplace is approved to be vented either through the side wall, or vertically through the roof. • Only CFM Corporation venting components spe-cifically approved and labelled for this fireplace may be used. • Vent terminations shall not be reces...
Page 11 - General Venting Information - Termination Location; Canadian Installations
11 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 V V V V V V V X X X D E B B B C B M B A J K F L VENT TERMINATION AIR SUPPLY INLET AREA WHERE TERMINAL IS NOT PERMITTED H I ����� ������ Operable Operable Fixed Closed V B CFM145aDV Termin Location5/01/01 Rev. 12/05/01 sta INSIDE CORNER DETAIL V A ...
Page 12 - Termination clearances.; General Information on Assembling Vent Pipes; Canadian Installations:; Flex Vent Pipes; flex vent; Apply high temperature sealant to 4” and 7” pipes.; Termination Clearances; of Caps
12 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 Fig. 10 Termination clearances. General Information on Assembling Vent Pipes Canadian Installations: The venting system must be installed in accordance with the current CSA-B149 .1 installation code. USA Installations: The venting system must conf...
Page 13 - How to Use the Vent Graph; From the point of this intersection, draw a vertical; DV Graphic; ertical dimension from the fl; Twist Lock Pipes
13 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 How to Use the Vent Graph 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 cent...
Page 14 - Support straps for horizontal runs.; Horizontal vent run.; Vertical Sidewall Applications; According to the chart the maximum
14 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 FP1012 Top vent max run 1/25/00 djt 20' (6m) 7.5' (2.3m) Pipe Straps Every 3’ (914mm) Firestop/Zero Clearance Sleeve Pipe Straps Every 3’ (914mm) FP1012 Fig. 17 Support straps for horizontal runs. Since it is very important that the vent-ing syste...
Page 15 - Maximum vent run with elbows.; Vertical Sidewall Installation; Maximum number of elbow degrees.; When using flex vent, the opening will have to; Noncombustible Walls:; Vent Opening; Vent Opening for Combustible Wall; Locate vent opening on wall.; Adjustable zero clearance sleeve.
15 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 7.5' (2.3m) A B A + B = 17' (5.2m) Max. 1 x 90° elbow in horizontal plane = 3’ (914mm) FP1238 Fig. 19 Maximum vent run with elbows. • For each 45° elbow installed in the horizontal run, the length of the horizontal run MUST be reduced by 18” (457 ...
Page 16 - Vertical height requirement.
16 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 X FP1240 Fig. 23 Vertical height requirement. STEP 4 Attach the appropriate venting component(s) to the inner and outer flue collars of the fireplace using three (3) screws. (Fig. 24) Follow with the installation of the inner and outer elbow. Again ...
Page 17 - Vertical Sidewall Installation; spacer springs; Install spacer springs.; Install the 4” flex then 7” flex to the termination.; Bend flex vent at 90° so horizontal portion is 6; Below Grade Installations; Ensure sidewall venting clearances are observed.; pipe coming through the wall.
17 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 Vertical Sidewall Installation Flex Vent Pipe NOTE: The 40” (1016 mm) flex vent is used for 90° off the top of the unit then out the back wall.Follow Step 1 and 2 on Page 15. Step 3 Install the four (4) spacer springs on the 4” flex vent pipe. When ...
Page 18 - Top Vent; Below grade installation.; This Gas Fireplace has been approved for:; Snorkel; Snorkel installation, recessed foundation.; ceiling above and mark position.
18 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 If the foundation is recessed, use recess brackets (not supplied) for securing lower portion of the snorkel. Fasten brackets to wall first, then secure to snorkel with self drilling #8 x 1/2 sheet metal screws. It will be necessary to extend vent p...
Page 19 - Typical offset application.; Typical ceiling/roof support; Typical Roof Support; Roof and ceiling supports.; Minimum termination to roof clearance.; Install appropriate pipe sections until the venting is
19 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 1 2 3 4 Max. 8' (2.4m) FP1245 through the roof 90 & 45 degree 12/02 1 + 2 + 3 + 4 = 270° FP1245 Fig. 32 Typical offset application. CFM100a Firestop-Vertical 11" (279mm) 11" (279mm) Attic Insulation Shield Joist Ceiling In-stallation J...
Page 20 - Vent Components; Vent components; Elbow
20 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 584E Venting Components Telescope vent 2/25/99 djt 10/20/99 twist lock Venting Components 584G Venting Components Firestop spacer 2/25/99 djt 584H Venting components attic insulation shield 2/25/99 djt 584I vent components offset support 2/25/99 d...
Page 21 - Tilt the glass frame out slightly at the bottom, lift the; Operating Instructions; Glass Information; Remove valve access panel.; Window frame assembly removal.; Glass Cleaning
21 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 Only glass approved by CFM Corporation should be used on this fireplace. 1. Turn the fireplace OFF (including the pilot)2. If the unit has been operating allow time for the components to cool. 3. Remove the valve access panel. (Fig. 37)4. Rotate the...
Page 22 - Installation of Logs, Lava Rock & Ember Material; Log Installation; Logs
22 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 Installation of Logs, Lava Rock & Ember Material The logs are fragile and should be handled with care. Keep the packaging material out of the reach of children and dispose of the material in a safe manner. Log Installation 1. Open the log box ...
Page 23 - Place ember material on
23 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 ��������������������������� Ember Material LG518 Figure 41 5. Place ember material on top of front burner. (Fig. 41) Separate the ember material into small pieces approximately 1/2” (13 mm) diameter and keep 1/2” (13 mm) space between the ember pi...
Page 24 - Flame Characteristics; Correct pilot flame appearance.
24 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 It is important to periodically perform a visual check of the pilot and burner flames. Compare them to Figures 43 and 44.If the flame patterns appear abnormal contact a qualified service provider for service and adjustment. Flame Characteristics ����...
Page 25 - FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING; Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.; To Turn Off Gas To Heater; Lighting and Operating Instructions; Lighting Instructions; Euro SIT; For Fireplaces Equipped with the SIT 820 Valve
25 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 3. Open control access panel.4. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clock- wise to “OFF”. Do not force. 5. Close control access panel. 1. STOP! Read the safety information above. 2. Turn off all electrical power to the fireplace.3. For MN/MP...
Page 26 - Lighting & Operating Instructions; For Your Safety, Read the Following Warnings; result, causing property damage, personal injury and loss of life.; DO NOT; Valve in the; “ON”; position
26 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 Lighting & Operating Instructions For Fireplaces equipped with AF4000 Gas Valve A. This fireplace is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. DO NOT try to light the pilot by hand. B. BEFORE OPERATING , smell all a...
Page 27 - Troubleshooting
27 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 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 bat...
Page 28 - Troubleshooting AF4000 Valve; Pilot will not light/stay lit; A proper ground is essential to spark
28 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 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 tra...
Page 29 - Verify the gas supply is turned on.; Main flame will not light
29 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 • 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...
Page 30 - Troubleshooting - Honeywell VS8421
30 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 Troubleshooting - Honeywell VS8421 Remove Window Frame Assembly Before Service Work START CHECK Gas Supply On Pilot Lights With Piezo Ignitor • Lockout Has Engaged. Wait 60 Seconds And Try Again. • For Spark At Electrode While Depressing Piezo 1/8...
Page 31 - Conversions must be completed by qualified personnel; “OFF”; Remove rubber cap and adjust gas type marker.; Remove mounting; SIT; Burner Orifice Conversion
31 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 Conversions must be completed by qualified personnel Fuel Conversion Instructions To convert the RDV4136 units for use with a different gas follow these instructions. Before proceeding, turn control knob on valve to “OFF” and turn gas supply OFF . ...
Page 32 - Pilot Orifice Conversion; pilot hood; Reinstall pilot hood and be sure to align with index; air shutter conversion; Air shutter setting.; AF pilot orifice; Remove pilot orifice.; Table 1 Injector Orifice Size Matrix
32 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 Pilot Orifice Conversion 1. Remove pilot hood by lifting up. (Fig. 54)2. Remove pilot orifice with Allen wrench. (Fig. 55)3. Install conversion pilot orifice. CO133 pilot hood 3/07 Pilot Hood Pilot Bracket CO133 Fig. 54 Remove pilot hood. 4. Reinstal...
Page 33 - Maintenance; Burner and Burner Compartment; Cleaning the Standing; If repair is necessary, it should be per-
33 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 �������������������������� Maintenance Burner and Burner Compartment It is important to keep the burner and the burner com-partment clean. At least once per year the logs and lava rock/ember material should be removed and the burner compartment va...
Page 34 - b. Left Cross Log
34 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. RDV4136 Units: GFSJ5J1(RP) 1 1a 1b 1c 1d 1e 2 3 7 10 19 20a,b 21a,b 23a,b 36 37 34 38 3...
Page 36 - Fuel Conversion Kits; Conversion Kit, NG to LP
36 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 Fuel Conversion Kits Conversion Kit, NG to LP Kit #10010737 Conversion Kit, LP to NG Kit #10010738 RDV4136 (continued) Ref. Description RDV4136 45. Fan Assembly FK12 (Optional) (not shown) ZA1110 46. Electrical Cord (6ft.) 51865 47. Fan w/Bracket ...
Page 37 - Optional Accessories; Fan placement; Side View; FK12 Fan Kit placement.; WIRING DIAGRAM; Fan Kits; Remove the burner tray from the fireplace by first tilt-; FK24 fan placement.; Wiring Instructions; Secure fan to cold air box with two (2) washers and
37 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 Optional Accessories FP1004 Fan placement DV360/580 Series 1/25/00 djt Cold Air Box Side View Front of Unit Hearth Pan Base Pan FK12 Fan FP1004 Fig. 57 FK12 Fan Kit placement. Black White Ground FP394 WIRING DIAGRAM 11/20/96 Fan Temperature Sensor...
Page 38 - Ceramic Refractory Panels; rear ceramic panel; Rear refractory panel installation.; Ceramic panels; Ceramic panel installation.; Porcelain Steel Back
38 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 Ceramic refractory panels are available for the RDV4136 fireplace. Kit Color RDV4136CRS Sandstone RDV4136CRR Colonial Red Ceramic Refractory Panels Take care when handling the refractory panels as they are fragile until held in place and supported....
Page 39 - IF WARRANTY SERVICE IS NEEDED...; ) Contact your supplier. Make sure you have your warranty,; LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY; PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY
39 RDV4136 Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 10010618 BASIC WARRANTY CFM Corporation (hereinafter referred to collectively as the Company) warrants that your new Vermont Castings or Majestic Gas Fireplace/Stove is free from manufacturing and material defects for a period of one year from the date of ...
Page 40 - Efficiency Ratings; Model; CFM Corporation
Efficiency Ratings Model EnerGuide Ratings Steady State (%) D.O.E. Fireplace Efficiency (%) Fan-ON (AFUE%) RDV4136RN 66.7 81 63.4 RDV4136RP 66.7 81 63.4 RDV4136IN 71.6 81 63.4 RDV4136IP 71.6 81 63.4 2695 Meadowvale Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5N 8A3 800-668-5323 • www.cfmcorp.com CFM Corpora...