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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

AND

OWNER’S MANUAL

WARNING: If not installed, operated and maintained 

in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, 

this product 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, 

permanently located, manufactured home (USA only) 

or mobile home, where not prohibited by state or local 

codes.
This  appliance  is  only  for  use  with  the  type  of  gas 

indicated  on  the  rating  plate.  This  appliance  is  not 

convertible for use with other gases, unless a certified 

kit is used.

The Direct Vent Zero Clearance Gas 

Fireplace Heater

GAS-FIRED

Installer: 

Leave this manual with the appliance.

Consumer:  Retain this manual for future reference.

—  Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable 

vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any 

other appliance.

—  WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

 

•  Do not try to light any appliance.

 

•  Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use 

any phone in your building.

 

•  Immediately  call  your  gas  supplier  from  a 

neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s 

instructions.

 

•  If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the 

fire department.

—  Installation and service must be performed by a 

qualified installer, service agency or the gas sup

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plier.

WARNING: If the information in these instructions 

are not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may 

result  causing  property  damage,  personal  injury 

or loss of life.

EMPIRE

EMPIRE

Comfort Systems

WARNING

HOT GLASS

DO NOT TOUCH

NEVER

WILL

CAUSE BURNS.

GLASS

UNTIL COOLED.

ALLOW CHILDREN

TO TOUCH GLASS.

DIRECT vENT 

GAS FIREpLACE HEATER

MODEL SERIES

DLCX36Sp93(N,p)-1

UL FILE NO. MH30033

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Summary of Contents for DLCX36SP93N-1

Page 1: ...anual for future reference Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your g...

Page 2: ...es Top Vent Run 28 Termination Clearances 29 Vent Clearances 30 Vent System Identification 31 Framing and Finishing 32 33 Horizontal Termination 34 DVVK 4F Flex Vent Instructions 35 Vertical Termination 36 37 Operating Instructions Flame Appearance 38 RF Operating Instructions 39 RF Maintenance Instructions 40 RF Wiring Diagram 41 RF Standing Pilot Lighting Instructions 42 Maintenance and Service ...

Page 3: ...Instructions Serial Number Tag Receptacle 3 Prong Warranty Card Cover Junction Box Hardware Package See Figure Below Romex Connector 1 10 x 1 2 Hex Head Screw 16 Nailing Flange 8 HARDWARE PACKAGE Note Hardware shown to scale where possible 10 X HEX HEAD SCREW NAILING FLANGE ROMEX CONNECTOR ...

Page 4: ...s The glass front or any part removed for servicing the appliance must be replaced prior to operating the appliance Work should be done by a qualified service person Keep burner and control compartment clean Vent cap is hot while fireplace is in operation Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person The appliance shouldbeinspectedbeforeuseandatleastannually by a qualified s...

Page 5: ...perform service or make adjustments in an area where the conditions are such that you may not detect the odor if there has been a leak of LP Gas Odor fade due to oxidation by rust or adsorption on walls of new cylinders and tanks is possible Therefore people should be particularly alert and careful when new tanks or cylinders are placed in service Odor fade can occur in new tanks or reinstalled ol...

Page 6: ...ions shall comply with NFPA 720 and be ANSI UL 2034 listed and IAS certified 3 SIGNAGE A metal or plastic identification plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum height of eight 8 feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance or equipment The sign shall read in print size no less than...

Page 7: ...ration of the original design installed other than as shown in these instructions or use with a type of gas not shown on the rating plate is the responsibility of the person and company making the change Important All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number Serial Number and type of gas High Altitude When installing this unit at an elevation above 2000 feet in the United States it may...

Page 8: ...igurations may require minor air shutter adjustments for optimum performance SPECIFICATIONS DLCX36SP93N Nat Models Input Btu hr Maximum 30 000 Btu hr Minimum 17 500 KWH Maximum 8 8 Minimum 5 2 Orifice 2 75 mm P305 Air Shutter Opening 1 4 DLCX36SP93P LP Models Input Btu hr Maximum 30 000 Btu hr Minimum 20 000 KWH Maximum 8 8 Minimum 5 9 Orifice 1 65 mm P250 Air Shutter Opening 1 2 DLCX36SP93 N P Na...

Page 9: ... M 25 N 33 1 2 MAX WEIGHT LB 167 C K K L L B E 32 1 2 I J D M N A H 11 1 2 9 When planning a fireplace installation it is necessary to determine the following The vent system configuration to be used Gas supply piping Electrical supply requirements for blower and valve system Properly framed opening size required for installation of the fireplace ...

Page 10: ...ide 1 2 12 7 mm Floor 0 0 mm Top Stand off 0 0 mm Top Framing Edge 6 1 4 159 mm CLEARANCES Figure 4a See Through Fireplace Clearances Figure 4b Fireplace Clearances 36 MIN 32 MIN CEILING TO TOP OF DOOR 61 2 MIN PERPENDICULAR COMBUSTIBLE SIDEWALL COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING ALLOWED 6 1 4 MIN CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES REQUIRED NON COMBUSTIBLE FINISHING MATERIALS ONLY NAILING FLANGE SECURE UNIT WITH NAILING ...

Page 11: ...ot exceed 20 feet with a minimum vertical run of 8 feet See details in Venting Section When you install your Direct Vent Fireplace a minimum of 6 1 2 inches clearance must be maintained from the perpendicular wall and the front opening of the appliance LOCATING FIREPLACE H C ISLAND INSTALLATION SEE THRU 6 1 2 MIN D ROOM DIVIDER INSTALLATION SEE THRU ...

Page 12: ...combustible material 3 Four 4 corners of the fireplace so contact is made on all four perimeter edges on the bottom of the unit Example Four 4 concrete masonry blocks If the fireplace is installed directly on carpeting tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring install the fireplace on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the unit At this point you should ha...

Page 13: ...ures in excess of 1 2 psig 14 w c 3 5 kPa on the fireplace gas valve it will result in a hazardous condition Checking Manifold Pressures Both Propane and Natural gas valves have a built in pressure regulator in the gas valve Natural gas models will have a manifold pressure of approximately 3 5 w c 871kPa at the valve outlet with the inlet pressure to the valve from a minimum of 5 3 w c 1 120kPa fo...

Page 14: ... Figures 8 through 10 3 The fireplace should be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the appliance The vertical dimensions must be adjusted when a metal or wood panel is placed beneath the appliance 4 Install the side framing brackets 4 per side using the pilot holes provided behind the side flanges on the fireplace outer wrap 5 Secure the unit to the wall openi...

Page 15: ...ace IMPORTANT Check squareness of all openings of the fireplace prior to securing to the framed openings See Figure 10 Figure 9 Figure 10 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS continued NAIL OR OTHER SUITABLE FASTENER FRAMING CHECK TO SEE THAT FIREBOX IS SQUARE PRIOR TO ATTACHING TO FRAMING WARNING WHEN FINISHING THE FIREPLACE NEVER OBSTRUCT OR MODIFY THE AIR INLET OUTLET OPENINGSINANYMANNER PROVIDE...

Page 16: ...aterial using 300 F minimum adhesive if needed can be applied directly above the fireplace cabinet See Figure 11 FINISHED WALL MUST BE FLUSH WITH THE FACE OF TH FIREPLACE 6 1 4 158 75mm OF NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL JOINT BETWEEN FINISHED WALL AND UNIT CAN BE SEALED WITH 300 F 149 C SEALANT MATERIAL SEALANT IS OPTIONAL 2 X 4 HEADER STANDOFF 6 PERPENDICULAR SIDEWALL CLEARANCE NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION ...

Page 17: ...e Vent Kit Instructions to ensure that a proper vent installation is completed Consult your local Building Codes before beginning the installation WARNING THIS GAS FIREPLACE AND VENT ASSEMBLY MUST BE VENTED DIRECTLY TO THE OUTSIDEAND MUST NEVER BE ATTACHED TO A CHIMNEY SERVING A SEPARATE SOLID FUEL BURNING APPLIANCE EACH GAS APPLIANCE MUST USE A SEPARATE VENT SYSTEM COMMON VENT SYSTEMS ARE PROHIBI...

Page 18: ...not apply if the 45 degree elbows are installed on the vertical part of the vent system Reduce 3 for every 90 elbow Example According to the chart the maximum horizontal vent length is 20 and if two 45 degree elbows are required in the horizontal vent it must be reduced to 17 The maximum number of 45 degree elbows permitted per side wall installation is two 2 These elbows can be installed in eithe...

Page 19: ...delevel asnorkelkitisrecommended See Figures41aand41b Itallowsinstallationdepthdownto7 178mm below grade level The 7 178mm is measured from the center of the horizontal vent pipe as it penetrates through the wall Ensure the sidewall venting clearances are observed If venting system is installed below ground we recommend a window well with adequate and proper drainage to be installed around the ter...

Page 20: ...de with its center line determined by the amount of vertical rise and horizontal run of the termination See Figure 19 When locating the hole it must be noted that the bottom of the cap must be 12 305mm above the ground level and top of the cap must be no less than 18 457mm below a combustible projection and no closer than 9 229mm to any wall running parallel to vent termination See Figures 32 33 a...

Page 21: ...ualified field service per son Inspect the external vent cap on a regular basis to make sure that no debris is interfering with the airflow Inspect entire venting system to ensure proper function Please refer to the fireplace instructions for information on Termination Cap clearances This vent kit may be installed as an OEM installation in a manufactured home USA only or mobile home and must be in...

Page 22: ... Vertical Flex Termination Kit WARNING Ensure that the venting system exits the structure through the roof and does not terminate less than 12 inches 305mm above the roof WARNING Refer to your fireplace homeowner s manual for the minimum and maximum venting requirement of your fireplace prior to installation Failure to do so may cause a fire hazard WARNING This flexible pipe termination kit is ONL...

Page 23: ...f 9 1 2 x 9 1 2 square See Fig ure 22 5 Next determine the location for the cutout in the roof opening This opening must be large enough to provide a minimum 1 air space clearance from the vertical vent pipe to any combus tible framing 6 Install the Firestop Thimble assembly to the framed opening in the ceiling using common nails or screws Note The thimble assembly is adjustable up or down as need...

Page 24: ... step 5 Feed the flex vent end down through the roof opening and firestop thimble assembly installed in steps 4 through 6 14 Secure the roof support assembly to the roof sheathing with at least 4 nails screws through each support bracket Check that the combustible clearances through the roof framing will maintain at least a 1 clearance from the vent pipe 15 Determine how high the vent terminal sho...

Page 25: ...actices 21 An additional storm collar band is provided in kit that may be used as an attic insulation shield The collar can be installed around the flex pipe or hard pipe just above the firestop thimble This collar will act as a shield to prevent blown insu lation from entering the thimble 22 To complete the vent installation install the vent termination cap to the top of the hard vent pipe assemb...

Page 26: ...ONNECTOR 7 DIA ADAPTER COLLAR WITH GASKET CLAMPS SEE THRU DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NOTE DVVK 4FV KIT MAXIMUM HEIGHT INCLUDING FIREPLACE IS 13 TO EXTEND VENT RUN AN ADDITIONAL VENT EXTENSION KIT IS NECESSARY VENTING SUPPORT STRAPS AS REQ D 35 MAX CEILING ADJUSTABLE FIRESTOP THIMBLE ASSEMBLY CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES REQUIRED FROM VENT PIPE ADJUSTABLE ROOF JACK ASSEMBLY STORM COLLAR DVVK 4FV DIRECT VEN...

Page 27: ...6 ft MF07ALA2F006 1 5 4 7 x 48 Rigid Pipe Assembly MF100554 1 6 Firestop Thimble Assembly MF100124 1 7 Roof Flashing 0 12 to 6 12 MF100091 1 8 7 Flex Adapter Collar with Gasket MF100524 1 9 7 Storm Collar MF100147 2 10 Spring Spacers MF100548 5 N S Clamp 4 Diameter MF100330 2 N S Clamp 7 Diameter MF100534 2 N S 8 x 1 2 Self Drilling Screws N A 20 N S HT Silicone N A 1 N S 8 x 5 8 Self Drilling Scr...

Page 28: ...Figure 31 24 MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES 24 Example H2 2ft 2 90 90 6ft V1 21ft H 8ft V 15ft H2 H1 V1 Example H2 3ft H3 1ft 4ft 90 90 90 6ft V1 21ft H 10ft V 21ft H2 H1 V1 H3 Example H1 2ft V1 20ft H 2ft V 20ft V1 H1 EXAMPLES TOP VENT RUN ...

Page 29: ...lace in such a way that minimizes the number of offsets and horizontal vent length Since it is very important that the venting 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 graph showing the relationship between vertical and horizontal side wall venting will help to dete...

Page 30: ...line of the regulator I clearance to service regulator vent outlet 6 feet 1 8m minimum J clearance to non mechanical air supply inlet to building or the combustion air inlet to any other appliance 12 inches 30cm minimum for appliances 100 000 Btuh 30 kW 36 inches 90cm minimum for appliances 100 000 Btuh 30kW K clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet 6 feet 1 8m minimum L clearanceabovepavedside...

Page 31: ...HIMBLE HORIZONTAL TWO 90 ELBOWS TERMINATION MAXIMUM OF 90 ELBOW OR 45 ELBOW 90 ELBOW CEILING FIRESTOP WALL STRAP PIPE LENGTH Special venting components Simpson Duravent See Empire Comfort Systems Retail Price List for Simpson Duravent part numbers and pricing Special DV Vent Kits Available from Empire Comfort Systems Inc dealers DVVK 4VP Direct Vent Fireplace Vent Kit Vertical Includes SD46DVAF6 S...

Page 32: ...n the firestops on both sides of the 10 inch x 11 inch hole previously cut Secure with nails or screws The heat shields of the firestops MUST BE placed towards the top of the hole Continue the vent run through the firestops See Figure 36 10 11 Figure 36 Vertical runs of this system which pass through ceilings require the use of ONE 1 ceiling firestop at the hole in each ceiling through which the v...

Page 33: ...29004 0 0711 Page 33 Figure 39 FRAMING AND FINISHING continued Figure 37 Figure 38 ...

Page 34: ...y to install a vinyl siding standoff Thevinylsidingstandoffwillbeinstalledbetweentheventtermination andtheexteriorwall SeeFigure40 Thishorizontalventtermination bolts onto the flat portion of the vinyl siding standoff so an air space will exist between the wall and the termination cap Figure 40 For installations requiring a vertical rise on the exterior of the building 14 inch and 36 inch tall Sno...

Page 35: ...s to be installed to the Termination Cap 10 Apply sealant to the outside of the flue pipe adapter and connect to the flex flue pipe Then insert the adapter into the fireplace flue Secure flue adapter to the fireplace flue with a minimum of two screws provided See Figure C 11 Attach the Outer Vent pipe to the 7 diameter Collar on the fireplacewithalargebandclampprovided Sealantmayalsobe used on the...

Page 36: ...arances as shown in Figure 43 General Maintenance Conduct an inspection of the venting system semi annually Recommended areas to inspect are as follows 1 Check areas of the venting system which are exposed to the elements for corrosion These will appear as rust spots or streaks and in extreme cases holes These components should immediately be replaced 2 Remove the cap and shine a flashlight down t...

Page 37: ...op Please refer to the instructions included with the Air Inlet Baffle Kit for proper installation Reassembly and Resealing Vent Pipe System Attach vent pipe to inlet and outlet vent adaptor on fireplace in either theverticalorhorizontalposition replacehorizontalandverticalpipe lengths elbows and horizontal or vertical termination kit All rigid pipe vent system components lock into place by slidin...

Page 38: ...nal ventilation by opening windows or doors to allow odors to dissipate Any odors remaining after this initial break in will be slight and will disappear with continued use PERIODIC CLEANING Refer to parts diagram for location of items discussed below Do not use cleaning fluid to clean logs or any part of heater Remove loose particles and dust from the burner areas controls and liners Inspect and ...

Page 39: ...mote transmitter 1 There is a switch located on the right side of the Control Mod ule that reads REMOTE OFF 2 When the remote off switch is in the OFF position the appli ance will operate from an appliance mounted rocker switch 3 or optional wall switch connected to the two 2 BROWN wires on the Control Module 3 When the remote off switch is in the REMOTE position the appliance will operate from th...

Page 40: ...Call a qualified service technician 3 The gas control is a safety device It must be replaced in case of any physical damage such as bent terminals missing parts stripped threads or evidence of exposure to excessive heat Follow the operating instructions provided by the manufacturer of your heating appliance TROUBLESHOOTING IMPORTANT All service and trouble shooting procedures should be performed b...

Page 41: ...ND Stepper Motor ORANGE WHITE BLACK ORANGE GREEN WHITE BROWN TRANSFORMER BLOWER PILOT LIGHT OPTIONAL ON OFF SWITCH GAS CONTROL VALVE 120V EXTENSION MODULE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE JUNCTION BOX BATTERY BACK UP NOTICE For RF Fireplace models with Premium Multi Function Remote Control Refer to the separate instructions for operation of the remote control system ...

Page 42: ...ssembly 3 Locate On Off gas cock and turn clockwise to OFF Do not force 4 Close bottom louver assembly RF STANDING PILOT LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1 STOP Read the safety information above 2 Turn OFF electric power to the appliance 3 Open bottom louver assembly 4 Turn gas cock counterclockwise to ON position 5 Wait ten 10 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you s...

Page 43: ...ould be cleaned two or three times during each heating season depending on the circumstances present General Glass Information Warning Do not operate appliance with the glass front removed cracked or broken Replacement of the glass should be done by a licensed or qualified service person Only glass approved for use by the manufacturer in fireplace may be used for replacement The glass replacement ...

Page 44: ... BURNER SUPPPORT AIR SHUTTER END 26 P212 FITTING ORIFICE 27 28331 BURNER SUPPORT 28 28328 BAFFLE BURNER MEDIUM 29 28327 BAFFLE BURNER LARGE 30 28329 BURNER BASE 31 11269 GAS LINE BRACKET 32 26307 VALVE BRACKET 34 P239 NIPPLE 1 1 2 35 R10415 VALVE LP NAT AMERICAN FLAME 36 R2423 CONNECTOR MALE 5 16 X 3 8 NPT 37 28950 TUBING ASSEMBLY INLET N S R7591 FLEXLINE W SHUTOFF VALVE N S R10416 EXTENSION MODUL...

Page 45: ...29004 0 0711 Page 45 PARTS VIEW 1 1 2 3 4 4 5 6 7 8 9 9 9 9 10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 17 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 9 9 9 9 18 ...

Page 46: ...glass lens The bulb can now be accessed Note Do not handle the lamp bulb with bare fingers protect with clean dry cloth The lamp will pull straight out of the socket Replace with 10 Watt 12 Volt Halogen bulb When re installing ensure integrity of gasket seal THE FIREBOX MUST BE SEALED Over tightening the screws could break the lens Light Leakage from the upper area may be observed The holes in the...

Page 47: ...ative Glass should only be performed after the Fireplace has been fully installed secured and tested for leaks If operating the burner with a Remote Control make sure all batteries are installed and that the burner operates with the remote correctly 2 To install the Decorative Glass cut off a corner of the plas tic bag to apply the glass to the top shelf on the Loft burner cover See Figure 50 Appl...

Page 48: ... Ave Belleville Illinois 62220 OPTIONAL DECORATIVE GLASS ACCESSORIES Accessory Model Number Description DG30BUC Decorative Glass Blue Clear DG30BKP Decorative Glass Black Polished DG30CLF Decorative Glass Clear Frosted 38 1 4 6 6 32 1 2 5 5 8 5 5 8 Standard Contemporary Surround Black DF36M4BL Black Stainless DF36M4BLSS Note One standard contemporary surround required for each side of the DLCX36SP...

Page 49: ...treet Hartford CT 06114 Phone 860 722 2433 Toll Free 800 243 9360 Fax 860 293 0479 Toll Free Fax 800 274 2004 Websites www fwwebb com www victormfg com Parts Heater Hearth and Grills MASTER PARTS DISTRIBUTOR LIST Parts Not Under Warranty Parts can be ordered through your Service Person Dealer or a Master Parts Distributor See this page for the Master Parts Distribu tors list For best results the s...

Page 50: ...29004 0 0711 Page 50 APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service Performed Notes ...

Page 51: ...29004 0 0711 Page 51 APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service Performed Notes ...

Page 52: ...ms Empire Comfort Systems Inc 918 Freeburg Ave Belleville IL 62220 If you have a general question about our products please e mail us at info empirecomfort com If you have a service or repair question please contact your dealer www empirecomfort com ...

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