Empire Comfort Systems DVP42FP7 manual

Page 1 17375-6-0705 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER’S MANUAL W ARNING: If not installed, operated and main- tained in accordance with the manufactur er ’ s instructions, this pr oduct could expose you to substances in fuel or from fuel combustion which can cause death or serious illness. This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket, [...]

Page 2 17375-6-0705 T ABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Information ......................................................................................................... 3 Safety Information for Users of LP Gas ........................................................................................ 4 Introduction ...............................[...]

Page 3 17375-6-0705 Section Page DO NOT OPERA TE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT GLASS FRONT P ANEL INST ALLED Be fo re enc lo sin g the ve nt pi pe ass em bly , ope rat e the ap pl ian ce to en su re it is ven ti ng pro pe rl y . IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION • If this appliance is installed directly on carpeting, tile or other combustible material oth[...]

Page 4 17375-6-0705 Some people cannot smell well. Some people cannot smell the odor of the chemical put into the gas. Y ou must find out if you can smell the odorant in pr opane. Smoking can decrease your ability to smell. Being around an odor for a time can affect your sensitivity or ability to detect that odor . Sometimes other odors in the are[...]

Page 5 17375-6-0705 INTRODUCTION Instructions to Installer 1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after installation. 2. Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card supplied with the fireplace. 3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate the fireplace. This direct vent gas fireplace heater is designed to[...]

Page 6 17375-6-0705 Figure 1 SPECIFICA TIONS DVP42 DVP48 A 43" 1092mm 49" 1245mm B 40" 1016mm 46" 1 168mm C 25 1/16" 636 mm 25 1/16" 636 mm D 37 5/8" 956 mm 37 5/8" 956 mm E 34 3/4" 883 mm 34 3/4" 883 mm F 19 7/8" 505 mm 19 7/8" 505 mm G 26" 660 mm 26" 660 mm H 7 1/8" 181 mm[...]

Page 7 17375-6-0705 Mantel Chart (Figure 3) Figure 3 Clearances (Figure 4) Clearance from top front edge of fireplace to ceiling is 36" Clearance from side of fireplace to adjacent sidewall is 6". (914mm) Figure 4 LOCA TING FIREPLACE Figure 5 Note: Island (C ) and Room Divider (D) installation is possible as long as the horizontal porti[...]

Page 8 17375-6-0705 Figure 6 T he gas pipeline can be brought in through the right or left side of the appliance. Consult the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 CAN/CGA-B149 (.1 or .2) installation code. GAS SUPPL Y Installing a New Main Gas Cock Each appliance should have its own manual gas cock. In the state of Massachusetts the gas cock[...]

Page 9 17375-6-0705 REAR VENT CONVERSION Note : Discard insulation & retainer when using vertical venting off VERTICAL VENTING HORIZONT AL VENTING FLUE INSULA TION INSULA TION RET AINER INLET VENT COLLAR INLET VENT COLLAR FLUE OUTLET COLLAR FLUE COVER PLA TE (See note above) INLET VENT COVER PLA TE FLUE COVER PLA TE INLET VENT COVER PLA TE Note[...]

Page 10 17375-6-0705 Framing and Finishing 1. Choose unit location. 2. Frame in fir eplac e with a hea der ac ross the top . It i s impo rtant to allow for finished face when setting the depth of the frame. 3. Attach fireplace to frame using adjustable frame. Preset depth to suit facing material (adjustable to 1/2", 5/8" or 3/4" d[...]

Page 1 1 17375-6-0705 Note : For finishing to top of fireplace, refer to Figure 12. DVP42 DVP48 "A" 37 3/4" 37 3/4" "B" 43 3/8" 49 3/8" "C" 19 7/8" 19 7/8" Figure 1 1 Attention: If a base or mantel is not used and the appliance is installed directly on carpeting, tile or other combustibl[...]

Page 12 17375-6-0705 Flush W all Installation Figure 12 Combustible Surround Installation Figure 13 Attention: Cold climate installation recommendation: When installing this unit against a non-insulated exterior wall, it is mandatory that the outer walls be insulated to conform to applicable insulation codes. V ent Runs (Figures 14, 15, 16, 17 and [...]

Page 13 17375-6-0705 HORIZONT AL ONL Y , STRAIGHT OUT THE BACK Figure 15 VER TICAL, 90° ELBOW TO HORIZONT AL OUT THE W ALL CORNER INST ALLA TION VER TICAL, 90° ELBOW T O HORIZONT AL OUT THE W ALL Figure 17 CORNER INST ALLA TION HORIZONT AL, 45° ELBOW TO HORIZONT AL OUT THE W ALL INST ALLA TION (continued) Figure 16 Figure 18 W ALL FIRESTOP/ THIM[...]

Page 14 17375-6-0705 VENTING FIREPLACE - TOP T o Use the V ent Graph (Figure 19) 1. Determine the height of the center of the horizontal vent pipe. Using this dimension on the Sidewall V ent Graph, locate the point it intersects with the slanted graph line. 2. From the point of this intersection, draw a vertical line to the bottom of the graph. 3. [...]

Page 15 17375-6-0705 Figure 21 Examples of possible venting systems using two (2) 90° elbows. V is listed as minimum vertical dimensions and H1 + H2 is listed as total of maximum horizontal dimensions. The maximum vertical and horizontal distances for two (2) 90° elbows as shown in Figure 22 is 20 feet. Attention: Refer to Figure 19 for additiona[...]

Page 16 17375-6-0705 MAXIMUM HORIZONT AL RUN WITH NO VERTICAL RISE AND 90° ELBOW MAXIMUM HORIZONT AL RUN WITH MINIMUM VERTICAL RISE AND 90° ELBOW minimum Figure 25 Figure 24 MINIMUM HOLE LOCA TION DIMENSIONS FOR THROUGH THE W ALL HORIZONT AL INST ALLA TIONS WITH 90 DEGREE ELBOW OFF TOP OF FIREPLACE Positioning the Fireplace Determi ne the exact p[...]

Page 17 17375-6-0705 EXAMPLES - TOP VENT RUN Figure 26 Figure 27 Figure 28[...]

Page 18 17375-6-0705 VENTING FIREPLACE - REAR T o Use the V ent Graph (Figure 29) 1. Determine the height of the center of the horizontal vent pipe. Using this dimension on the Sidewall V ent Graph, locate the point it intersects with the slanted graph line. 2. From the point of th is in ters ecti on, dr aw a verti cal line to the bottom of the gra[...]

Page 19 17375-6-0705 EXAMPLES - REAR VENT RUN Figure 30 Figure 31 Figure 32 Figure 33 Model Maximum Pipe Length H1 DVP42 24" DVP48 18" Model Maximum Pipe Length H1 DVP42 24" DVP48 6"[...]

Page 20 17375-6-0705 T ermination clearance for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors. V ertical Sidewall Installations Important! Minimum clearance between vent pipes and combustible materials is three (3") (76mm) on top, and (1") (25mm) on bottom and sides. Important! When vent termination exits through foundation less[...]

Page 21 17375-6-0705 Figure 35 A = *Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck or balcony [*12 inches (30cm) minimum] B = clearance to window or door that may be opened [*12 inches (30cm) minimum for appliances < 100,000 Btuh (30kW) C = clearance to permanently closed window [minimum 12 inches (30cm) recommended to prevent condensation on windo[...]

Page 22 17375-6-0705 I nstalling V ent Components (Figure 36) Begin the vent sys tem insta llation by installi ng 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 termination kit. NOTE: All outer connection joints must be sealed with[...]

Page 23 17375-6-0705 Installing Support Brackets (Figure 37) A horizontal pipe support MUST BE used for each 3 feet of horizontal run. The pipe supports should be placed around the pipe and nailed in place to framing members. There MUST BE a 3 inch clearance to combustibles above 8 inch diameter pipe and elbows and 1 inch clearance on both sides an[...]

Page 24 17375-6-0705 Figure 39 Figure 41 See Horizontal T ermination Page 24 and V ertical T ermination Page 25-26. FRAMING AND FINISHING (continued) HORIZONT AL TERMINA TION NOTE: T ermination cap should pass through the wall firestop from the exterior of the building. Adjust the termination cap to its final exterior position on the building. W [...]

Page 25 17375-6-0705 INST ALLA TION 1. Unpack vent components and check that all items are included. 2. Check to see that the vent spacer springs are located around the flue vent at 8" and 12" intervals along its length. See Figure A. If not, stretch the spacer springs to about 15" long and wrap them around the flue, then interlock[...]

Page 26 17375-6-0705 VER TICAL TERMINA TION Locate and mark the center point of the venting pipe. Using a nail on the underside of the roof and drive this nail through this center point. Make the outline of the roof hole around this center point. NOTE: Size of the roof hole dimensions depend on the pitch of the roof. There must be a 1 inch clearanc[...]

Page 27 17375-6-0705 Reassembly and Resealing V ent Pipe System Attach vent pipe to inlet an d outlet vent ada ptor on fireplac e in either the vertical or horizontal position, replace horizontal and vertical pipe lengths, elbows and horizontal or vertical termination kit. All vent sy stem co mpone nts loc k into place by slidi ng the conce ntric [...]

Page 28 17375-6-0705 W ARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with this diagram or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury . Attention: Do not use Figure 48B or Figure 49 to order logs. Refer to parts view on page 45 and parts list on page 46 to order logs an[...]

Page 29 17375-6-0705 The OWNER should carefully read and follow these operating instructions at all times. Lower the door assembly to view the gas controls for the fireplace. Initial Lighting Upon completing the gas line or turning the gas valve on after it has been in the “OFF” position, a small amount of air will be in the lines. When first[...]

Page 30 17375-6-0705 ST ANDING PILOT OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS REMOTE/OFF/ON Switch The fireplace is equipped with a REMOTE/OFF/ON switch. A wire harness is attached to the REMOTE/OFF/ON switch. The red, black and green (wires) female push-ons attach to the RE- MOTE/OFF/ON switch. At the opposite end of the wire harness, the black and green (wires) [...]

Page 31 17375-6-0705 ST ANDING PILOT WIRING DIAGRAM Figure 52 (OPTIONAL) THERMOST A T (OPTIONAL) W ALL SWITCH[...]

Page 32 17375-6-0705 ST ANDING PILOT LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 4. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to "OFF ." Do not force. 5. Close bottom louver assembly . 9. Push in control knob all the way and hold in. Repeatedly push the pie zo ign itor bu tton un til th e pilot is lit. Contin ue to hold the control knob in the for a[...]

Page 33 17375-6-0705 With proper installation and maintenance, your new Direct V ent Gas Fireplace will provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, refer to the T rouble Shooting Guide below . This guide will assist a qualified service person in the diagnosis of problems and the corr ective action to be taken. 1. Spark i[...]

Page 34 17375-6-0705 The intermittent pilot (120/24 volt system) is ON when the main burner is ON. When the main burner is OFF the intermittent pilot is OFF . The pilot flame should envelop 3/8 to 1/2 inch (10 to 13mm) of the tip of the flame rod. T o adjust: 1. Remove the pilot adjustment cover screw . 2. Turn the inner adjustment screw clockwis[...]

Page 35 17375-6-0705 FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING W ARNING: 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 appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light the pilot by hand. B. BEFORE L[...]

Page 36 17375-6-0705 GENERAL: All fireplaces have been fire-tested to check for proper operation. This includes, main burner flame, pilot flame, fan operation, fan control, limit control and automatic valve op- eration. If the fireplace fails to function on initial installation, it is advisable to re-check the following: 1. 1 15 volts to the j[...]

Page 37 17375-6-0705 Spark Generator Powered First V alve (Pilot) Operator Opens Pilot burner lights. Module senses flame current. PILOT BURNER OPERA TION MODULE S8600H * Lockout timing is stamped on module. RESPONSE After 90 seconds*pilot valve closes, spark stops. OR IF FLAME CURRENT SENSED Spark generator off Second valve operator (Main) opens. [...]

Page 38 17375-6-0705 Important 1. The following service procedures are provided as a general guide. 2. Meter readings between gas control and ignition module must be taken within the trial for ignition period. Once the igni- tion module locks out, the system must be reset by setting the thermostat down for at least one minute before continuing. 3. [...]

Page 39 17375-6-0705 INTERMITTENT PILOT TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) S8600H T ROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Note: Before troubleshooting, familiarize yourself with the startup and checkout procedure. Check line voltage power , low voltage transformer limit control, thermostat and wiring. Pull ignition lead and check spark at ignition stud. Spark okay? Replac[...]

Page 40 17375-6-0705 RF ST ANDING PILOT OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Functions • Flame powered system • Flame powered flame modulation • Electronics integrated into valve to provide thermostat, flame, and fan functions with RF commands • T emperature compensated RF receiver • Main burner goes to "high" when manual switch is set on [...]

Page 41 17375-6-0705 FIRST USE OF TRANSMITTER Status Action Begin communication between transmitter and receiver/valve. Move LOCAL/REMOTE Switch to LOCAL position for at least two seconds; then move switch to the REMOTE position. T ransmit unique code. Press Fan or Flame key within 30 seconds. Confirm recognition between transmitter and receiver/v[...]

Page 42 17375-6-0705 RF WIRING DIAGRAM WIRING DIAGRAM WITH BLOWER Figure 56 ST ANDING PILOT LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS[...]

Page 43 17375-6-0705 ST ANDING PILOT LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS RF ST ANDING PILOT LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS[...]

Page 44 17375-6-0705 PLEASE NOTE It is normal for appliances fabricated of steel to give off some expansion and/or contraction noise during the start up or cool down cycle. Similar noises are found with your furnace heat exchanger or car engine. It is not unusual for your gas fireplace to give off some odor the first time it is burned. This is du[...]

Page 45 17375-6-0705 P AR TS VIEW 15* 12 12 7 8 9 10 1 1 12 20 19 13 12 23 22a 21 17 18 16 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 1 14 27 28 29 31 30 24 33 32 34 40 38 42 39a 36a 37a 41 52 39b 34 33 32 24 30 29 28 27 31 36b 44 46 37b 33 34 32 36c 37c 31 29 28 27 24 23 30 48 49 50 51 47 45 15 26 26 26 43 MILLIVOL T BURNER ASSEMBL Y INTERMITTENT PILOT BURNER ASSEMBL Y RF V A[...]

Page 46 17375-6-0705 INDEX NO. P ART NUMBER DESCRIPTION DVP42 DVP48 1 R-7654 R-7654 FLUE INSULA TION 2 17426 17426 FLUE INSULA TION RET AINER 3 R-7567 R-7567 INLET VENT ADAPT OR 4 R-7573 R-7573 INLET VENT GASKET 5 17363 17363 FLUE OUTLET ASSEMBL Y 6 M170 M170 FLUE CONNECTOR GASKET 7 17142 17142 VENT COVER PLA TE 8 R-7575 R-7575 VENT COVER PLA TE GA[...]

Page 47 17375-6-0705 FBB4 OPTIONAL V ARIABLE SPEED BLOWER INST ALLA TION Attention: Install blower assembly before connecting gas inlet supply line Note: Junction box on right side of fireplace must be pre-wired at time of fireplace installation for use with blower assembly . It is recommended that an ON/OFF wall switch be installed that will act[...]

Page 48 17375-6-0705 FBB4 OPTIONAL V ARIABLE SPEED BLOWER INST ALLA TION 110 VOLT AC JUNCTION BOX WHITE SPEED CONTROL F A N SWITCH GROUND BLACK F A N 1 FBB4 BLOWER ASSEMBL Y COMPLETE 2 R7649 F AN CONTROL 3 R4192 SPEED CONTROL KNOB 4 R4186 SPEED CONTROL[...]

Page 49 17375-6-0705 CAUTION: ALL WIRING SHOULD BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN AND SHALL BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL LOCAL, CITY AND ST A TE BUILDING CODES. BEFORE MAKING THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION, MAKE SURE THA T MAIN POWER SUPPL Y IS DISCONNECTED. THE APPLIANCE, WHEN INST ALLED, MUST BE ELECTRICALL Y GROUNDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES OR, [...]

Page 50 17375-6-0705 The following accessory parts can be obtained from your Empire Comfort Systems dealer . If you need additional information beyond what your dealer can furnish, contact Empire Comfort Systems Inc., Nine Eighteen Freeburg Ave., Belleville, Illinois 62220-2623. Accessory Description Model Number Fan Kit This fan kit was designed t[...]

Page 51 17375-6-0705 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 Number . When ordering parts, first obtain the Model Number fr[...]

Page 52 17375-6-0705 SER VICE NOTES Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. Nine Eighteen Freeburg A ve. Belleville, Illinois 62220-2623 PH: 618-233-7420 PH: 800-851-3153 F AX: 618-233-7097 F AX: 800-443-8648 E-MAIL: info@empirecomfort.com WEB SITE: www .empirecomfort.com[...]