Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product DVS Insert EF II Avalon Stoves
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D VS In s ert EF II Own e r's M an ual Featuring the Burner Tested and Listed by OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc. Beaverton, Oregon Report # 028-F-73-5 ANSI Z21.
2 Introduction © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of a DVS Insert. In purchasing this fireplace insert you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an energy system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics.
Table of Contents 3 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Introduction and Important Information Introduction ......................................................2 Safety Precautions Safety Precautions ............................................4 Features & Specifications Features .
4 Safety Precautions © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 IF YOU SMELL GAS: * Do not light any appliance * Extinguish any open flame * Do not touch any electrical switch or plug or unplug anything *.
Safety Precautions 5 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Do not place clothin g or other flammable items on or near the heater. Because this heater can be controlled by a thermostat there is a possibility of the heater turning on and igniting any items placed on or near it.
6 Features and Specifications © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Features • Works During Power Outages (millivolt system) • High Efficiency • Optional Thermostat or Remote Control • Ember .
Installation (for qualified installers only) 7 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Installation Warnings • Failure to follow all of the requirements may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death.
8 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Top Convection Deflector Install the top convection deflector as shown to the right. The deflector is shipped on top of the insert. The screws are shipped inside the owner's pack.
Installation (for qualified installers only) 9 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Factory-Built (Metal) Wood-Burning Fireplace Requirements The damper (" A ") and grate (with log set) (&.
10 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Clearances Due to the high temperature of the heater, it should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.
Installation (for qualified installers only) 11 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Face Sizing Face Height Width Notes Rawhide 22-1/2” 32” Victorian 22-1/2” 32” Rosario 21-9/16” 32” Ca.
12 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Face Mounting Brackets -- Arched, Metropolitan, Artisan Vict. Lace Faces Some Arched, Artisan, Metropolitan, and Victorian Lace Faces include old brackets that will not mount to the heater (see illustration below).
Installation (for qualified installers only) 13 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Gas Line Requirements MASSACHUSETTS INSTALLATIONS - WARNING: THIS PRODUCT MUST BE INSTALLED BY A LICENSED PLUMBER OR GAS FITTER WHEN INSTALLED WITHIN THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS.
14 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Vent Requirements • The gas appliance and vent system must be vented directly to the outside of the building, and never be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel or gas-burning appliance.
Installation (for qualified installers only) 15 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Vent Restrictor WARNING : Restrictor adjustment should only be done by a qualified installer. Only those installations determined to be over-drafting require this adjustment.
16 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Vent Location • A vent restrictor is built into the appliance to adjust the flow rate of exhaust gases. This ensures proper combustion for all vent configurations.
Installation (for qualified installers only) 17 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Vent Connector Removal and Installation • The vent connector is shipped attached to the insert, but may be removed to facilitate tight installations. See the directions below for installation.
18 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Vent Connector Removal and Installation (continued) Vent Connector Removal Slide the connector to the rear. It will "snap" out. Pull the vent connector rod forward.
Installation (for qualified installers only) 19 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Surround Panel Installation PANEL SIZE W IDTH HEIGHT PART # 8" x 10" Rectangular 40 -3/8" 28-7/8&q.
20 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Installation of the On/Off Switch and Rheostat The on/off switch and rheostat may be installed in either the surround panels or control panel. See the illustration below for installation details.
Finalizing the Installation 21 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Glass Frame Removal and Installation Warning: The appliance must be completely cool before removing the glass.
22 Finalizing the Installation © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Glass Frame Removal and Installation (continued) The spring pin can come loose from the latch assembly. This occurs when it is turned 1/4 turn when it is disengaged. Follow the directions below to re-install the spring pin if it becomes loose.
Finalizing the Installation 23 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Log Set Installation Install the rear log. The two pins install into holes on the log. Install the left log. This pin & bolt insert into holes in the bottom of the log. The right log installs the same way.
24 Finalizing the Installation © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 These 2 pins install into holes in the bottom of the left twig. The right twig installs over this pin. When in place, the log set should look like the pictures above. Use a kibble to cover any exposed screws.
Finalizing the Installation 25 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Steps for Finalizing the Installation 1. Remove the glass (see page 21). NOTE: If using propane (LP) convert the appliance prior to installing the logs. 2. We recommend you purge the gas line at this time (with the glass removed).
26 Finalizing the Installation © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 FINE TUNING THE EMBER-FYRE™ BURNER Each installation is affected by altitude, vent configuration, and fuel quality. Because of this, the restrictor and air shutter may need to be fine tuned to each installation.
Operation 2 7 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Before You Begin • Read this entire manual before you use your new heater (especially the section "Safety Precautions" on pages 4 & 5). Failure to follow the instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death.
2 8 Operation © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Starting The Pilot Flame The pilot flame is required to ignite the main burners (it also plays a safety role). It should be left on once lit. It will stay lit unless the gas control valve is turned to "OFF".
Operation 2 9 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Starting the Heater for the First Time • Burn the heater at a high setting with the blower off for an extended period (up to 48 hours). This will cure the painted surfaces. Fumes from the paint curing and oil burning off the steel will occur.
3 0 Operation © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Adjusting the Blower Speed The blower helps transfer heat from the heater into the room. It will not turn on until the heater is up to temperature (approximately 10 minutes after starting). See the illustration below for instructions on adjusting the blower speed.
Maintenance 31 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Maintaining Your Heater's Appearance Fingerprints or other marks left on the optional plated surface may become etched in place if they are not wiped clean prior to turning the heater on. Clean the plated surfaces with denatured alcohol and a soft cloth (with the heater cool).
32 Maintenance © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Troubleshooting Table Problem: Possible Cause: Don't Call for Service Until You: Pilot Will Not Light A gas shut off valve is turned off The .
Maintenance 33 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 How this Heater Works This heater was designed with safety as the primary concern. Many of the components inside this heater are for safety purposes. Therefore, only certified gas service technicians should service this heater.
34 Maintenance © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Wiring Diagram Orange White Piezo Igniter Thermopile Red Thermocouple Copper Co-Axial Wire Red Spark Electrode Pilot Hood On/Off Switch Brown Gree.
Safety Label 35 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Safety Label The safety (listing) label is attached to the operating tag (chained to the heater near the gas control valve).
3 6 Limted 7 Year Warranty © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 To register your TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. 7 Year Warranty, complete the enclosed Warranty card and mail it within ten (10) days of the appliance purchase date to: TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC.
Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) 37 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 LP Conversion Instructions Install the conversion kit prior to installing the gas line to ensure proper gas use. 1 Remove the glass (see page 21). Remove the logs and coals (if installed - page 23) 2 Remove the burner (see illustration below).
38 Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 3 Follow the directions below to replace the orifices. Look here for the orifice identification Apply thread sealant to the LP orifices prior to installation.
Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) 39 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 5 Install the logs and embers. 6 Replace glass and face. 7 Remove the regulator from the front of the gas control valve. Replace with the propane regulator, using the new gasket and screws included with the regulator.
40 Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Firebacks Slide the top of the rear fireback behind the baffle on top of the firebox and pivot it back into place. It rests on the shelf at the back of the firebox.
Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) 41 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Lower Surround Panel The older lower surround panel (sku 98500619 and 98500628) are installed in a different fashion than illustrated in the instruction sheet included with the panel.
42 Index © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Additional Items Required ....................................7 Adjusting the Blower Speed ..................................3 0 Adjusting the Flame Height ..................................2 9 Air Shutter Adjustment .
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