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  • Page 1

    Installation Instructions and Homeowner ’ s Manual W ARNING! IF THE INFORMA TION IN THIS MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTL Y , A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MA Y RESUL T CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJUR Y OR LOSS OF LIFE. FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE V APORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. P[...]

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    2 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 Please read the installation & operating instructions before using this appliance. Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a CFM Corporation fireplace. IMPORT ANT : Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result[...]

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    3 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 Y D A B C E Y X LU584 Locating unit DVT38S2 3/17/04 djt This gas fireplace should be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with local building codes and with current CSA- B149.1 Installation codes for Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment. For USA Installations follow local codes and/or th[...]

  • Page 4

    4 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 55" (1399mm) 9  " (235mm) 12  " (31 1mm) 24  " (622mm) C L 10  " (267mm) 3/4" (19mm) C L 51  " (1299mm) * 3/4" (19mm) 34  " (876mm) 29  " (746mm) 32  " (829mm) 33  &q[...]

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    5 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 T op of Unit to Ceiling ................................ 36” (914 mm) Front of Unit to Combustibles (both sides) ... 36” (914 mm) Appliance T op Standoffs .............................................. 0” (0 mm) Bottom ......................................................... 0” (0 mm) Side St[...]

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    6 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 Framing and Finishing NOTE: The valve box assembly must be installed in the same room as the fireplace. 1. Choose the unit location. 2. The unit is shipped with four (4) nailing flanges mounted near the front corners on the side with the valve box assembly . (Fig. 4) 3. Frame the fireplace with a h[...]

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    7 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 Gas Inlet and Manifold Pressures Natural LP (Propane) Minimum Inlet Pressure 5.5” w .c. 1 1.0” w .c. Maximum Inlet Pressure 14.0” w .c. 14.0” w .c. Manifold Pressure 3.5” w .c. 10.0” w .c. DVT38S2 Certified T o ANSI Z21.50b-2005 / CSA 2.22b-2005 V ented Gas Fireplace High Elevations Input[...]

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    8 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 Always check for gas leaks with a mild soap and water solution applied with a brush no larger than 1” (25mm). Never ap- ply soap and water solution with a spray bottle. Do not use an open flame for leak testing. The fireplace valve must not be subjected to any test pressures exceeding 1/2 psi. Iso[...]

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    9 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 General V enting Y our fireplace is approved to be vented either through the side wall, or vertical through the roof. • Only CFM Corporation venting components spe- cifically approved and labelled for this fireplace may be used. • V enting terminals shall not be recessed into a wall or siding. [...]

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    10 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 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 TERMINA TION AIR SUPPL Y INLET AREA WHERE TERMINAL IS NOT PERMITTED H I   Operable Operable Fixed Closed V B CFM145a DV T ermin Location 5/01/01 Rev . 12/05/01 sta INSIDE CORNER DET AIL V A G N N CFM145a General V e[...]

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    1 1 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 Outside Corner Inside Corner T ermination Clearances T ermination clearances for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors. G = Combustible 6" (152 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) F = Combustible 6" (152 mm) Noncombustible 2" (51 mm) G Balcony - with no side wall M = [...]

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    12 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 Horizontal T ermination The vent must rise vertically a minimum of 24” (610 mm) off the top of the unit, before the first elbow . The horizontal run may extend up to 20’ (6 m) and include a vertical rise of up to 40’ (12 m). (Fig. 14) Hori- zontal termination must also meet the criteria shown [...]

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    13 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 Since it is very important that the vent- ing system maintain its balance between the combustion air intake and the flue gas exhaust, certain limitations as to vent configurations apply and must be strictly adhered to. The vent graph showing the relationship between verti- cal and horizontal side w[...]

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    14 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 STEP 2 Measure wall thickness and cut zero clearance sleeve parts to proper length (MAXIMUM 12”/305 mm). As- semble sleeve using #8 sheet metal screws (supplied). (Fig. 20) Install firestop assembly . (Fig. 30) VO584-100 V ent Opening 2/99 djt V ent Opening for Combustible Wall 16 ¹⁄₄ ” (41[...]

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    15 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 Sealing firestop gaps with high temperature sealant will restrict cold air being drawn in around fire- place. STEP 8 Guide the vent terminations 8” and 1 1” collars into their respective vent pipes. Double check that the vent pipes overlap the collars by 2” (51 mm). Secure the termina- tion t[...]

  • Page 16

    16 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 FP1461 thru wall trim 3/17/04 djt 2” (51mm) 1” (25mm) Min. 1” (25mm) Min. 16 ¹⁄₄ ” x 16 ¹⁄₄ ” (413 x 413mm) Opening FP1461 Fig. 25 A 2” (51mm) thick trim is required around opening. Z er o cl e a ra nc e s le ev e i s o nl y r eq ui re d fo r c om bu st i b le w al l s. STEP [...]

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    17 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 V ertical Through-the-Roof Applications Use of Restrictor Plate for V ertical V enting Application The primary purpose for the vent restrictor is to regain flame height under certain venting conditions as outlined below . NOTE: The joints of the inner pipe (flue pipe) must be taped with 550°F or h[...]

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    18 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 FP1462 Fig. 31 Restrictor plate use with horizontal offset. For LP gas venting straight vertical with 20’ (6 m) or more, adjust the primary air to the burner housing as well as the fresh air to the unit by doing the following: 1. Remove glass, logs, glowing embers (if installed). 2. Remove andirons[...]

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    19 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 FP1464 Fig. 33 T ypical offset application. 1 + 2 + 3 + 4 = 270° Minimum 2’ (610mm) Before Any Elbow 1 2 3 4 Max. 8' (2.4m) FP1245a through the roof 90 & 45 degree • A 2’ (610 mm) vertical section must be installed before any offset. A maximum of 20’ (6.1 m) horizon- tal and three ([...]

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    20 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 If an attic is above ceiling level an AIS-SK (Attic Insulation Shield) must be installed. The enlarged ends of the vent section always face downward. Min. 2' (610mm) CFM190 TTR T ernim. 2' 1/25/02 sta CFM190 Fig. 37 Minimum termination to roof clearance. FP270/271 CR Series 2/19/99 djt Supp[...]

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    21 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 Chimney Components Horizontal Starter Kit Contains 24”-40” telescopic pipe* for minimum vertical SK8DVSK rise from collar pipe, 90° elbow , horizontal through-wall starter pipe, zero clearance sleeve, metal adhesive tape, sidewall termination and firestop. SK8 Chimney Sections Pipe used to buil[...]

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    22 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 Only glass approved by CFM Corporation should be used on this fireplace. 1. T urn the fireplace OFF (including the pilot). 2. If the unit has been operating allow time for the components to cool. 3. Using a Phillips screwdriver , unfasten two (2) screws located at the top of the glass frame. (Fig. [...]

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    23 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 Ceramic Refractory Installation The ceramic refractories are fragile and should be handled with care. Due to the size of the refractories, an assistant may be helpful. 1. Using a Robertson screwdriver , remove the two (2) nuts holding each fettle to the burner assembly . 2. Identify the side refracto[...]

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    24 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 LG291a attach fettle andirons 6/05 djt Andirons Fettle Burner T ubes Burner Housing LG291 Fig. 42 Ensure fettle is securely attached to the burner hous- ing and set andirons in place. 4. Place the ember material lightly , between each burner tube assembly and the burner housing, be- tween the joined [...]

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    25 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 8. Position the log left grate. (Fig. 47) Hold the log with your left hand with the pointed end toward the right and the flat surface facing down. Set the log on the inside of the fettle toward the left over the overlay and hook the branch and the pointed end of the log through the first and second[...]

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    26 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 It is important to periodically perform a visual check of the pilot and burner flames. Compare them to Figures 54 and 55. If the flame patterns appear abnormal contact a qualified service provider for service and adjustment. Flame Characteristics L O H I T urn counterclockwise to increase flame he[...]

  • Page 27

    27 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 T rim Installation CAUTION: Allow fireplace to cool if it has been in operation. T rim components: 2 each, top frame assembly , bottom trim assembly , right and left trim assem - blies. NOTE: Only one trim set is used when Vista Door is installed. NOTE: Place trim pieces with magnets facing window f[...]

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    28 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 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 “For Y our Safety” information first and locate the control panel before lighting. 2. For TN/TP appliances ONL Y , go on to Step 3.[...]

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    29 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 Lighting and Operating Instructions For Fireplaces equipped with SIT822 Gas V alve (EN or EP) 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 OPERA TING, smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure [...]

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    30 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 T roubleshooting the Gas Control System NOTE : Before trouble shooting the gas control system, be sure external gas shut off is in the “On” position. SIT NOV A 820 MILLIVOL T V AL VE Symptom 1. Spark ignitor will not light 2. Pilot will not stay lit after carefully following lighting instructions[...]

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    31 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 SIT 822 V alve with a Honeywell Electronic Ignitor T roubleshooting the Gas Control System START • T urn Gas Supply Off • T urn On/Off Switch T o Call For Heat "on" Power T o Module (24V Normal) Spark Across Ignitor Sensor Gap YES YES YES • T urn Gas On Pilot Burner Lights? Spark Stop[...]

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    32 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 Fuel Conversion Instructions W ARNING! This conversion kit shall be installed by a qualified service agency in accordance with the manufacturer ’ s instructions and all applicable codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. If the information in these instructions is not followed [...]

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    33 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 Pilot Flame Adjustment T ypically , the top 3/8” or 1/2” of the thermopile should be engulfed in the pilot flame. (Page 26, Fig. 54) T o adjust pilot burner: 1. Remove pilot adjustment cap located on valve. 2. Adjust pilot screw to provide properly sized flame. 3. Replace pilot adjustment cap. [...]

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    34 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 Conversion to Natural Gas Kit # Burner 20009164 Burner Housing/ Burner Burner Input (BTU/hr) Model Housing Part # Pilot* Part # T ube Part # T ube Part # Min. Max. DVT38S2RP/EP #38 20009310 #38 20009310 #45 20010169 #45 20010169 45,000 56,000 (.1015”) (.1015”) (.082”) (.082”) T able 1 Injecto[...]

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    35 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 CFM Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design, materials, specifications, prices and discontinue colors and products at any time, without notice. DVT38S2 Decorative Gas Appliance 1a 1b (2) 1e 1 2 3 6 7a 8 9a,b 10a,b 1 1a,b 12a,b               [...]

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    36 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 DVT38S2 (continued) Ref. Description DVT38S2 1. Log Set (Complete) 20009521 1a. Log Overlay F26 20009483 1b. Log Right Grate F27 (2 per fireplace) 20009484 1c. Log Pilot Pluming F28 20009485 1d. Log Grate/Burner T ube F29 (2 per fireplace) 20009486 1e. Log Middle F30 20009487 1f. Log Left Grate F31[...]

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    37 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 DVT38S2 (continued) Ref. Description DVT38 20. Glass Frame Assembly (2 per fireplace) 20009215 21. Knob Extension Pilot/Stat 10000166 22. Knob Extension HI/LO 10000165 23. Pilot Indicator 20005908 24. Ignitor Module 20005909 25. Pilot Indicator Plug 20006250 26. Switch Rocker 53606 27. Spark Cable C[...]

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    38 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 Accessories Remote Controls Optional remote control units are available to control different functions of the appliance. Model Function(s) Controlled RC1 On/ Off RC2 On/Off and T emperature IMTFK W all-mounted Thermostat Control (For use in Canada ONL Y) Full Surround Mantel The Chateau Full Surround[...]

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    39 Chateau™ Decor ative Gas Appliance 20009543 BASIC W ARRANTY CFM Corporation (hereinafter referred to collectively as the Company) warrants that your new V ermont Castings or Majestic Gas Fireplace/ Stove is free from manufacturing and material defects for a period of one year from the date of purchase, subject to the following conditions and l[...]

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    Efficiency Ratings Model EnerGuide Ratings Fireplace Efficiency (%) DVT38S2RN 47.1 DVT38S2RP 47.1 DVT38S2EN 48.2 DVT38S2EP 48.2 410 Admiral Blvd. • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5T 2N6 800-668-5323 • www .cfmcorp.com CFM Corporation[...]