Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product DVP48FP3(0,1,2,3)(N,P)-1 Empire Comfort Systems
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Page 1 17375-10-0706 DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE HEA TER MODEL SERIES MILLIVOL T ST ANDING PILOT DVP42FP3(0,1,2,3)(N,P)-1 DVP48FP3(0,1,2,3)(N,P)-1 INTERMITTENT PILOT DVP42FP7(0,1,2,3)(N,P)-1 DVP48FP7(0,1,2,3)(N,P)-1 REMOTE RF MODELS DVP42FP9(1,3)(N,P)-1 DVP48FP9(1,3)(N,P)-1 EFFECTIVE DA TE JUL Y 2006 UL FILE NO.
Page 2 17375-10-0706 Important Safety Information ......................................................................................................... 3 Safety Information for Users of LP Gas ......................................................
Page 3 17375-10-0706 DO NOT OPERA TE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT GLASS FRONT P ANEL INST ALLED Before enclosing the vent pipe assembly , operate the appliance to ensure it is venting pr operly .
Page 4 17375-10-0706 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 propane. Smoking can decrease your ability to smell. Being around an odor for a time can affect your sensitivity or ability to detect that odor .
Page 5 17375-10-0706 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 residenti.
Page 6 17375-10-0706 Instructions to Installer 1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after installation. 2. Install er must have owner fill out and mail warranty card suppl ied with the fireplace. 3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate the fireplace.
Page 7 17375-10-0706 Figure 1 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 3.
Page 8 17375-10-0706 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".
Page 9 17375-10-0706 Figure 6 The 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. Installing a New Main Gas Cock Each appliance should have its own manual gas cock.
Page 10 17375-10-0706 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 VE.
Page 1 1 17375-10-0706 Framing and Finishing 1. Choose unit location. 2. Frame in firep lace wit h a head er acros s the top . It is imp ortan t to allow for finished face when setting the depth of the frame. 3. Attach fireplace to frame using adjustable frame.
Page 12 17375-10-0706 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 n.
Page 13 17375-10-0706 Flush W all Installation Figure 12 Combustible Surround Installation Figure 13 V ent Runs (Figures 14, 15, 16, 17 and 18) In planning the installation for the fireplace, it is necessary to install certain components before the appliance is completely positioned and installed.
Page 14 17375-10-0706 HORIZONT AL ONL Y , STRAIGHT OUT THE BACK Figure 15 VER TICAL, 90° ELBOW T O HORIZONT AL OUT THE W ALL CORNER INST ALLA TION VER TICAL, 90° ELBOW TO HORIZONT AL OUT THE W ALL F.
Page 15 17375-10-0706 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.
Page 16 17375-10-0706 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.
Page 17 17375-10-0706 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 .
Page 18 17375-10-0706 Figure 26 Figure 27 Figure 28 24” 24” MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES EXAMPLES - TOP VENT RUN.
Page 19 17375-10-0706 Figure 29 Acceptable vertical and horizontal vent run. Unacceptable vertical and horizontal vent run. V enting Graph (Dimensions in Feet) VERTICAL DIMENSION FROM THE BOTT OM OF T.
Page 20 17375-10-0706 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" EXAMPLES - REAR VENT .
Page 21 17375-10-0706 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.
Page 22 17375-10-0706 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 fo.
Page 23 17375-10-0706 Installing V ent Components (Figure 36) Begin the vent system installation by installing the first Simpson Duravent 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.
Page 24 17375-10-0706 Installing Support Brackets (Figure 37) A hor izont al pipe supp ort MUS T BE use d for each 3 feet of ho rizon tal run. The pipe supports should be placed around the pipe and nailed in place to framing members.
Page 25 17375-10-0706 Figure 39 Figure 41 See Horizontal T ermination Page 25 and V ertical T ermination Page 27-28. 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.
Page 26 17375-10-0706 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.
Page 27 17375-10-0706 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.
Page 28 17375-10-0706 Reassembly and Resealing V ent Pipe System Attach vent pipe to inlet and outlet vent adaptor on fireplace in either the vertical or horizontal position, replace horizontal and vertical pipe lengths, elbows and horizontal or vertical termination kit.
Page 29 17375-10-0706 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.
Page 30 17375-10-0706 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.
Page 31 17375-10-0706 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 Remote/OFF/ON switch.
Page 32 17375-10-0706 Figure 52 (OPTIONAL) THERMOST A T (OPTIONAL) WALL SWITCH ST ANDING PILOT WIRING DIAGRAM.
Page 33 17375-10-0706 1. Stop! Read the safety information above. 2. Set REMOTE/OFF/ON switch to OFF . 3. Turn of f all electric power to the appliance (if applicable). 4. Lower bottom louver assembly . 5. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to "OFF .
Page 34 17375-10-0706 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.
Page 35 17375-10-0706 1. T o wire Junction Box Receptacle, remove the tab on the side of the receptacle (hot side) to split recept acle. This will be required to separate blower and valve circuits. 2. Power for switched and live sides of Duplex Receptacle must come from the same power sourc e.
Page 36 17375-10-0706 1. Stop! Read the safety information above. 2. Set the thermostat to lowest setting. 3. T urn off all electric power to the appliance. 4. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light the pilot by hand.
Page 37 17375-10-0706 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 operation. If the fireplace fails to function on initial installation, it is advisable to re-check the following: 1.
Page 38 17375-10-0706 spark generator and energizes the second main valve operator . The second main valve opens and gas flows to the main burner , where it is ignited by the pilot burner . The flame current also holds the safety lockout timer in the reset (normal) operating condition.
Page 39 17375-10-0706 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.
Page 40 17375-10-0706 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.
Page 41 17375-10-0706 Functions • Flame powered system • Flame powered flame modulation • Electronics integrated into valve to provide thermostat, flame, and fan functions with RF commands •.
Page 42 17375-10-0706 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.
Page 43 17375-10-0706 WIRING DIAGRAM WITH BLOWER Figure 56 RF WIRING DIAGRAM.
Page 44 17375-10-0706 1. STOP! Read the safet information above. 2 . T urn off all electric power to the appliance (if applicable). 3. Lower louver front assembly . 4. Pu sh in ga s con trol k nob s lig htl y and t urn c lo ckw ise to "OFF".
Page 45 17375-10-0706 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.
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Page 47 17375-10-0706 INDEX NO. P AR T 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 ADAPTOR 4 R-7573 R-7573 INLET.
Page 48 17375-10-0706 INDEX NO. P AR T NUMBER DESCRIPTION DVP42 DVP48 26 P200 P200 ORIFICE FITTING 27 P203 P213 ORIFICE (NA T) 27 P185+ P250 ORIFICE (LP) 28 R-5676 R-5676 AIR SHUTTER 29 11499 11499 BU.
Page 49 17375-10-0706 Attention: Install blower assembly before connecting gas inlet supply line Note: J unctio n box on right side of firepl ace must be pre-wi red at time of firepla ce install ation for use with blower assembl y .
Page 50 17375-10-0706 110 VOLT AC JUNCTION BOX WHITE SPEED CONTROL F A N SWITCH GROUND BLACK F A N 1 FBB4 B L O W E R A S S E M B L Y COMPLETE 2 R7649 F AN CONTROL 3 R4192 SPEED CONTROL KNOB 4 R4186 S.
Page 51 17375-10-0706 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.
Page 52 17375-10-0706 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 A ve., Belleville, Illinois 62220-2623.
Page 53 17375-10-0706 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 .
Page 54 17375-10-0706 SER VICE NOTES.
Page 55 17375-10-0706 SER VICE NOTES.
Page 56 17375-10-0706 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.
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