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    22618-4-1 106 Page 1 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNER’S MANUAL M a n tis P o w e r H u m i d i f i e r B u r n e r s E x h a u s t F a n B l o w e r H i M e d L o w F r o n t R e a r POWER-VENT HIGH-EFFICIENCY FIREPLACE WITH BA Y WINDOW MODELS PV -28SV50-(BN,BP)-1 PV -28SV55-(CN,CP ,GN,GP)-1 EFFECTIVE DA TE NOVEMBER 2006 W ARNING: If not ins[...]

  • Page 2

    22618-4-1 106 Page 2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Information ................................................................................................. 3 Safety Information for Users of LP-Gas ................................................................................. 4 Requirements for Massachusetts ...........................[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 3 IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION THIS IS A HEA TING APPLIANCE DO NOT OPERA TE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT FRONT P ANEL INST ALLED. • Due to high temperatures the appliance should be lo- cated out of traffic and away fr om furniture and draper - ies. • Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatu[...]

  • Page 4

    22618-4-1 106 Page 4 SAFETY INFORMA TION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS Propane (LP-Gas) is a flammable gas which can cause fires and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and colorless. Y ou may not know all the following safety precautions which can protect both you and your family from an accident. Read them carefully now , then review th[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 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 vent termination is less than seven (7) feet above [...]

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    22618-4-1 106 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 T ubing, T ype L Outside Diameter Nat. L.P . Nat. L.P . 0-10 feet 0-3 meters 1/2” 12.7mm 3/8” 9.5mm 1/2” 12.7mm 3/8” 9.5mm 10-40 feet 4-12 meters [...]

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    22618-4-1 106 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 which either in person or through a repr[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 8 Model PV28SV50 Input BTU/HR (KW/H) 19,000 Rear - 9,000 Front Height 25 1/8” W idth 28 3/16” Depth 17 5/8” Gas Inlet (Pipe) 3/8” Flair Electrical - Unit has a 5’ (1.5m) 3 pronged cordset for con- nection to an approved 1 15 V AC 60HZ maximum AMPs - 5A wall receptacle. Accessories Part Number Description PV -2H T op Cov[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 9 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 1 10 V AC wall receptacle to properly power appliance. 2. When facing the front o[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 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 1 15 V AC wall receptacle to properly power appliance. 2. When facing the front [...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 1 1 SPECIFICA TIONS Heater with Pedestal and Single Flue Adaptor 1 Flue Outlet 1 1/2” PVC Pipe 2 Air Inlet 3 Electric Cord 4 3/8” BSP Connection (Inside) 5 Single Flue Adaptor 28 3/16” (71.6cm) 33 3/4 ” (85.7cm) 8 5/8” (21.9cm) 17 5/8 ” (44.8cm) 5 - SINGLE FLUE ADAPTOR 12 1/4 ” (31.1cm) 1 - FLUE OUTLET 13/16 ” (2.[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 12 SPECIFICA TIONS - (continued) Heater without Pedestal 1 Flue Outlet 2 Air Inlet 3 Electric Cord 4 3/8” BSP Connection (Inside) 28 3/16” (71.6cm) 25 1/8” (63.8cm) 27 3/4 ” (70.5cm) 17 5/8 ” (44.8cm) 3 9/16” (9.0cm) 16 15/16 ” (43.0cm) 1 - FLUE OUTLET 2 - AIR INLET 3 - ELECTRIC CORD 4 - 3/8” BSP CONNECTION INSIDE[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 13 SPECIFICA TIONS - (continued) Fireplace Insert with Mantel surr ound with slim top panel 1 Flue Outlet 2 Electric Cord 3 3/8” BSP Connection (Inside) 4 Surround 29 3/4” (75.6cm) 35 7/16 ” (90.0cm) 5 15/16” (15.1cm) 23 13/16 ” (60.5cm) 5” (12.7cm) 1 1 5/16” (28.7cm) 1 - FLUE OUTLET 3 9/16” (9.0cm) 4 - SURROUND A[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 14 SPECIFICA TIONS - (continued) Fireplace Insert with Mantel Surr ound with short top panel 1 Flue Outlet 2 Electric Cord 3 3/8” BSP Connection (Inside) 4 Surround 5 Air Inlet 35 7/16” (90.0cm) 29 3/4 ” (75.6cm) 5 15/16” (15.1cm) 23 13/16 ” (60.5cm) 10 1/8 ” (25.7cm) 6 3/16” (15.7cm) 1 - FLUE OUTLET 3 9/16” (9.0c[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 15 CLEARANCE T O COMBUSTIBLES Freestanding Models Freestanding Units A Rear W all to Heater 2” Single Flue and 1 1/4” Direct V ent B Side W all to Heater 0”/4” recommended for serviceability C Corner Installation 0” D Sidewall to Heater 0” when short top is being used E Mantel Clearance 12” from top of Heater Firepl[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 16 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 burner and rear burner for particles or dust ac[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 17 LOG SET INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS LOG SET DIAGRAM - A The Gas Log Kit contains the following: 1) Rear Log 2) Center Log 3) T op Right Log 4) T op Left Log 5) Front Left Log 6) Front Right Log 1 - REAR LOG 3 - TOP RIGHT LOG 6 - FRONT RIGHT LOG 2 - CENTER LOG 5 - FRONT LEFT LOG 4 - TO P LEFT LOG Figure 13[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 18 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS - GENERAL SAFETY INFORMA TION 1. This installation must conform with local codes or , in the ab- sence of local codes with NFP A54. 2. Provide adequate clearances around the product for servic - ing and ensure there are no obstructions to the combustion air intake situated at the back of the heater [...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 19 VENT EXAMPLES FOR SINGLE FLUE Max V ent Run - 20ft. Equivalent W ith Thr ee (3) 90° Elbows Three foot (3’ (91.4cm)) minimum vent run vertical with one (1) 90° elbow The vent terminal 90° elbow and first 90° elbow off back of heater when within 6” (15.2cm) off back of heater do not get count - ed. Special Note: For eac[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 20 VENT EXAMPLES FOR SINGLE FLUE (cont.) 90 ELBOW ° 16’ (4.9m) 1’ (30.5cm) FLEXIBLE PVC PIPE MANTEL PVC PIPE (SUPPLIED BY INST ALLER) 2 - 45 DEG. PVC BENDS (SUPPLIED BY INST ALLER) GAS SUPPLY FLASHING VENT CAP (SUPPLIED WITH VENT KIT) H SURROUND Figure 17 Single Flue - V ertical V ent Run Figure 18 Single Flue - V ertical V [...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 21 VENT EXAMPLES FOR SINGLE FLUE (cont.) 90° ELBOW EXTERIOR GRADE FLUE CENTER 6” (15.2cm) MIN. 12” (30.5cm) MIN. 1/4” DOWNW ARD SLOPE PER FOOT TO OUTSIDE Figure 20 Minimum Exterior Grade Dimension - Single Flue, Horizontal V enting Below Floor 42” (1.2m) SURROUND Figure 21 Flex V ent T ubing Must have minimum 3ft vertica[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 22 VENT EXAMPLES FOR SINGLE FLUE (cont.) FLEXIBLE FLUE KIT FLEXIBLE GAS LINE PVC PIPE SWV (SUPPLIED BY INST ALLER) (2) - 45 DEG. PVC BENDS (SUPPLIED BY INST ALLER IF NECCESSARY) GAL V . SHEET FLASHING TO SEAL CHIMNEY (SUPPLIED BY INST ALLER) VENT CAP (SUPPLIED WITH VENT KIT) H 12 X ROOF PITCH IS 12 X 17’ 5.2m Figure 22 V enting[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 23 DIRECT VENT INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS FLUE CENTER EXTERIOR GRADE MANTEL DIRECT VENT FLUE KIT GAS SUPPLY 12” (30.5cm) MIN. SURROUND Figure 23 Horizontal V enting 45° ELBOW 47.5” (1.2m) Figure 24 Horizontal V enting Maximum 47.5” (1.2m) with 45° elbow 45° elbow can be purchased fr om a local hardware stor e 47.5” (1[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 24 DIRECT VENT INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) EXTERIOR GRADE FLUE CENTER 1 1/4” (3.2cm) MIN. 12” (30.5cm) MIN. FLOOR PROTECTION FLOOR PROTECTION NO HEARTH REQUIRED EXTERIOR GRADE FLUE CENTER 1 1/4” (3.2cm) MIN. 12” (30.5cm) MIN. Figure 27 Minimum Exterior Grade Dimension - Unit Without Pedestal Figure 28 Minimum Exte[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 25 DIRECT VENT INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) EXTERIOR GRADE FLUE CENTER 12” (30.5cm) MIN. Figure 29 Minimum Exterior Grade Dimension - Existing Fir eplace Installation[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 26 GAS CONNECTION INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS GAS CONNECTION (Line Supply) A 3/8” Flair gas line connection is supplied in the heater GAS SUPPL Y LINE T O HEA TER a. Remove top panel from heater by lifting top panel. b. Remove front and rear panel. c. Remove rubber grommet from back panel of heater and insert gas supply line th[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 27 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS CHECKLIST BEFORE OPERA TING THIS APPLIANCE, CAREFULL Y 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 service person who must be familiar with the[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 28 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. T urn on main gas supply . 3. V erify that main electrical supply is switched on by checking the 115V AC power status display (Figures 32 and 33) ind[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 29 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING W ARNING: IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTL Y , A FIRE OR EX- PLOSION MA Y RESUL T CAUSING PROPER TY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY , OR LOSS OF LIFE. A. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 30 F AN OPERA TION 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 the surrounding ambient temperature, the L.E.D lig[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 31 GAS CONVERSION INSTRUCTIONS W arning: Conversion must be done by a qualified service technician. Main burner orifices, front burner bushing, and gas conversion label are pr ovided in conversion kit attached to manifold pipe. CONVERSION INSTRUCTIONS FROM (LP) PROP ANE GAS T O NA TURAL GAS 1. T urn OFF gas supply and electrica[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 32 GAS CONVERSION INSTRUCTIONS W arning: Conversion must be done by a qualified service technician. Main burner orifice(s) and new gas conversion label are pr ovided in conversion kit attached to manifold pipe. CONVERSION INSTRUCTIONS FROM NA TURAL GAS T O (LP) PROP ANE GAS 1. T urn OFF gas supply and electrical power to firep[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 33 AUT OMA TIC HUMIDIFIER OPERA TION 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 taking 92% of the heat out of the burnt [...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 34 An optional programmable Remote Control Thermostat can be fit- ted to the heater at the factory when ordered or even after the heat- er has been installed. See your Mantis dealer for correct type. Installation: The Remote Control can be installed by the owner of the heater if required. The Remote Control is a battery operated[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 35 WIRING (1) (2) BLACK BLACK (3) (4) RED YELL OW (5) (6) RED BL UE (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) BL UE BLACK (8) (2) BLACK (15) ORANGE (13) RED (11) BLACK (9) BROWN (7) PURPLE (5) [...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 36 GENERAL INFORMA TION Over T emperature Cut Out The Mantis Power -V ent 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 automatically switch of f the gas supply t[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 37 MAINTENANCE Figure 46 Front door removal drawing LOG SUPPORT PLA TE BURNER PLA TE REAR BURNER FRONT BURNER IGNITOR ASSEMBL Y FLAME SENSOR Figure 47 Main Burner Drawing Cleaning Main Burner Remove main burner and apply air pressure inside the throat and ports of the main burner . Removing HSI Flame Sensor , Blower and Orifice [...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 38 UNIT OPERA TING F AUL TS SER VICE AND INST ALLA TION OF THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT BY AUTHORIZED PER- SONNEL ONL Y . THE MAJOR CAUSE OF OPERA TING PROBLEMS WITH GAS FIREPLACE HEA TERS IS IMPROPER GAS PRES - SURE, INCORRECT LOG PLACEMENT , IMPROPER IN- ST ALLA TION, INCORRECT FLUE INST ALLA TION, IN- CORRECT SWITCHING [...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 39 LOG PLACEMENT If for any reason a log should need replacement, you must use the proper replacement log. Consult your Mantis dealer for correct replacement logs. Replacement logs must be installed and positioned as outlined on pages 16 through 17 under Log Installation. Note: Improper positioning of logs can create carbon build[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 40 SURROUND INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Remove Fireplace Insert Surround assembly from carton, handle insert surround with care to avoid paint damage. 2. Assembly Fireplace Insert Surround as per diagram with four (4) 10 x 1/2” screws supplied. 3. Install surround assembly around fireplace. 4. Install either slim or short t[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 41 PEDEST AL INST ALLA TION 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 top of pedestal assem- bly and align main body [...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 42 PLEASE NOTE: When ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. 1 22868 REAR P ANEL ASSEMBL Y 2 21654 BRACKET , PIPE ASSEMBL Y 3 22670 REAR HEA T SHIELD ASSEMBL Y 4 21664 TOP COVER ASSEMBL Y (INCLUDES #5) 5 R8854 BALL STUD 6 22693 TOP HEA T SHIELD ASSEMBL Y 7 22859 FIREBOX ASSEMBL Y (I[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 43 50 22628 GAS LINE - FRONT 51 M174 GASKET 52 1 1269 GAS LINE BRACKET 53 R8886 COMPRESSION FITTING 54 R8812 V AL VE, NA T 54 R8869 V AL VE, LPG 55 R8898 PIPE NIPPLE 56 R8825 SOLENOID 57 R3312 CONNECTOR, MALE 3/8 X 3/8 58 R8827 FLEX LIINE (2 USED) 59 R8846 SHUT -OFF V AL VE 60 22866 FIREBOX BASE ASSEMBL Y 61 21645 CONTROL BOX ASS[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 44 P AR TS VIEW 1 4 5 6 9 7 30 28 33 5 21 15 27 24 28 19 1 1 12 9 10 9 34 29 31 16 20 14 29 26 25 22 17 8 3 2 13 36 18 35 23 32[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 45 P AR TS VIEW 69 67 72 84 61 50 47 48 53 54 53 51 60 56 55 48 47 80 52 65 39 40 41 42 38 45 46 89 85 86 87 88 81 78 77 73 66 83 76 90 44 43 49 37 82 70 71 64 79 63 62 57 59 58 74 58 75 68 91[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 46 W ARRANTY TERMS Purchase Date: Dealer Name/Phone: Limited T en-Y ear Heat Exchanger W arranty 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 , or at Empire’ s option, replace the defecti[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 47 SER VICE 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 Number . When ordering parts, first obtain the[...]

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    22618-4-1 106 Page 48 Mantis is a trademark of: Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. 918 Freeburg A ve. Belleville, IL 62220 PH: 618-233-7420 or 800-851-3153 F AX: 618-233-7097 or 800-443-8648 info@empirecomfort.com www .empirecomfort.com[...]