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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

AND

OWNER’S MANUAL

Direct Vent Zero Clearance Gas Fireplace Heater

GAS-FIRED

EMPIRE

EMPIRE

Comfort Systems

MODEL SERIES:

MILLIVOLT (MV)

DVCP(32,36,42)BP3(0,2)(N,P)-1

INTERMITTENT PILOT (IP)

DVCP(32,36,42)BP7(0,2)(N,P)-1

UL FILE NO. MH30033

Installer: 

Leave this manual with the appliance.

Consumer:  Retain this manual for future reference.

WARNING: If the information in these instructions 

are not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may re-

sult causing property damage, personal injury or 

loss of life.

—  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-

plier.

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.

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.

Carton Contents

Accessory Sheet

Rockwool

Hardware Pack

Registration Card

Junction Box Cover

Receptacle

Lava Rock

Summary of Contents for DVCC32LP

Page 1: ... 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 plier This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located manufactured home USA only or mobile home...

Page 2: ...RUN 29 VENT TERMINAL CLEARANCES 30 FRAMING AND FINISHING 31 32 TERMINATION CLEARANCES 33 VERTICAL TERMINATION 34 35 DVVK 4F FLEX VENT INSTRUCTIONS 36 37 MILLIVOLT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 38 MILLIVOLT STANDING PILOT WIRING DIAGRAM 39 MILLIVOLT STANDING PILOT LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 40 MILLIVOLT STANDING PILOT TROUBLESHOOTING 41 IPI ELECTRONIC SYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 42 IPI ELECTRONIC SYSTEM WIRI...

Page 3: ...d or damaged in any way it should be replaced only with a complete glass frame assembly from Empire See parts list on Pages 50 53 for ordering DO NOT use this fireplace if any part has been underwater Immediatelycallaqualifiedservice technician to inspect the heater and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water Any safety screen or guard removed for s...

Page 4: ... in escaped gas can adsorb or absorb onto or into walls masonry and other materials and fabrics in a room That will take some of the odorant out of the gas reducing its odor intensity LP Gas may stratify in a closed area and the odor intensity could vary at different levels Since it is heavier than air there may be more odor at lower levels Always be sensitive to the slightest gas odor If you dete...

Page 5: ...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 feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust vent termination for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance or equipment The sign shall read in print size no less tha...

Page 6: ...nstallation or use of the fireplace can cause serious injury or death from fire burns explosions or carbon monoxide poisoning The installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSIZ223 1 NFPA54 NaturalGasandPropaneInstallation Code or CSA B149 1 in Canada Available from the American National Standards Institute Inc 11 West 42nd St New Y...

Page 7: ... 14 0 10 8 10 0 Remote Control Options Accessories Description Models Used On FRBC Millivolt Battery Remote ON OFF DVCP 32 36 42 BP 3 7 FRBTC Millivolt Battery Remote Thermostat DVCP 32 36 42 BP 3 7 TMW Millivolt Wireless Wall Thermostat DVCP 32 36 42 BP 3 7 TRW Millivolt Reed Switch Wall Thermostat DVCP 32 36 42 BP 3 7 FWS 1 Direct Ignition Millivolt Wall Switch DVCP 32 36 42 BP 3 7 FRBTP Battery...

Page 8: ...er Aged Brick Ceramic Fiber DVP42TCB Liner Cottage Brick Ceramic Fiber DVP42TKR Liner Traditional Black Reflective DVP42TRB Liner Rustic Brick Ceramic Fiber FBB10 Blower Auto Variable Speed LK6 Lighting Kit 120 V Attention This unit requires Ceramic Fiber Logs to complete the fireplace interior Contact your Empire Comfort Systems Dealer see Page 49 for further information Do not operate the firepl...

Page 9: ...secure the blower in place See Figure 2 Figure 2 3 Route wiring through opening 4 Secure blower assembly into place per step 2 with velcro 5 Install thermo disc by snapping into valve bracket burner assembly See Figure 3 Figure 3 6 Connect Power source into outlet BLOWER INSTALLATION AFTER INSTALLED IN WALL 1 Make sure power is turned off prior to any removal Lift and pull panel to remove from bot...

Page 10: ...re 7 Figure 7 5 Remove log support by removing the two screws securing the metal plate to log support See Figure 8 Figure 8 6 Remove the four screws securing burner and slide to right then lift burner off See Figure 9 Figure 9 7 Remove seven screws and lift burner assembly See Figure 10 Figure 10 8 Remove the four 10 x 1 2 screws securing the latch assem bly to the underside of the firebox and set...

Page 11: ...in step 5 See Figure 8 15 Reinstall the grate three screws removed in step 4 See Fig ure 7 16 Install thermo disc by snapping into valve bracket burner as sembly See Figure 14 FBB10 BLOWER KIT INSTALLATION OPTIONAL Figure 14 17 Connect Power source into outlet 18 Reinstall the glass frame removed in step 3 See Figure 6 19 Reconnect the latches at the bottom of the firebox assembly See Figure 5 20 ...

Page 12: ... side of the unit 5 Secure the bezel glass gasket and light assembly to the firebox with four screws Note The painted side of the glass faces up See Figure 16 Figure 16 6 Reconnect the wires disconnected in step two and connect the power source to the wall outlet LK6 LIGHT KIT INSTALLATION OPTIONAL 1 2 3 4 5 6 DISCONNECT HERE TO INSTALL LIGHT LIGHT KIT PARTS LIST INDEX NO PART NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1...

Page 13: ...l and hold side in place 4 Secure panel in place with one of the brackets and a screw from Step 1 See Figure 19 Figure 19 4 Repeat steps three and four for the right side REFLECTIVE LINER KIT INSTALLATION OPTIONAL REFLECTIVE LINER PARTS LIST INDEX NO DESCRIPTION QTY SUPPLIED DVP32TKR DVP36TKR DVP42TKR 1 REAR LINER 1 31927BL 31928BL 31929BL 2 LEFT LINER 1 31930BL 31930BL 31932BL 3 RIGHT LINER 1 319...

Page 14: ...e 21 CERAMIC FIBER LINER KIT INSTALLATION OPTIONAL 3 Place left panel against left firebox and rear panel and hold side in place 4 Secure panel in place with one of the brackets and a screw from Step 1 See Figure 22 Figure 22 4 Repeat steps three and four for the right side Index No Description 1 LEFT PANEL 2 REAR PANEL 3 RIGHT PANEL 4 BRACKET 5 SCREW Contact your Empire Comfort Systems Dealer for...

Page 15: ...e fireplace screen slightly until you can fit the right side of the fireplace screen into the space between the glass frame and glass on the right side of the fireplace Carefully let go and the fireplace screen will spring into location See Figures 23 and 24 Figure 23 Figure 24 PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION MODEL USED ON DVFS32MBL FIREPLACE SCREEN KIT DVCP32 DVFS36MBL FIREPLACE SCREEN KIT DVCP36 DVFS42M...

Page 16: ...Top Vent Thru the wall 5 to 7 inch wall thickness Includes SD 908 SD 985 SD 990 and SD 942 VENT SYSTEM IDENTIFICATION The following vent systems are acceptable for use Simpson Duravent GS 4 6 American Metal Products 4 6 5 8 Selkirk Direct Temp 4 6 5 8 Security Secure Vent 4 6 5 8 Empire Flexvent Kit DVVK 4F refer to page 36 37 SPECIAL VENT SYSTEMS Begin the vent system installation by selecting th...

Page 17: ...mm E 38 1 8 968 mm 38 1 8 968 mm 40 1 8 1019 mm F 16 406 mm 16 406 mm 16 406 mm H 6 3 4 171 mm 6 3 4 171 mm 6 3 4 171 mm I 23 1 8 587 mm 26 1 8 663 mm 32 1 8 816 mm J 11 9 16 294 mm 13 1 16 332 mm 16 1 16 408 mm K 9 3 16 233 mm 9 3 16 233 mm 9 3 16 233 mm L 5 127 mm 5 127 mm 5 127 mm M 2 51mm 2 51mm 2 51mm N 2 51 mm 2 51mm 2 51mm O 5 5 16 135 mm 5 5 16 135 mm 5 5 16 135 mm P 34 3 8 873mm 34 3 8 87...

Page 18: ... Note When using Empire EMBF UMC and UMF Series Full Man tels combustible clearance may be reduced to 1 clearance from top edge of fireplace face FRONT FACE SIDE FIREPLACE TOP VIEW 3 MAX PERPENDICULAR SIDE WALL 45 6 COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS ALLOWED IN SHADED AREAS Figure 28 Mantel Chart INDEX LETTER DISTANCE FROM TOP EDGE OF FIREPLACE HORIZONTAL DISTANCE FROM FIREPLACE FRONT VERTICAL A 15 381mm 12 30...

Page 19: ...nt system does not exceed 20 feet with a minimum vertical run of 8 feet See details in Venting Section When you install your Direct Vent Fireplace in Room divider or Flat on wall corner positions a minimum of 6 inches clearance must be maintained from the perpendicular wall and the front edge of the appliance LOCATING FIREPLACE ...

Page 20: ...ses The gas lines must be checked for leaks by the installer This should be done with a soap solution watching for bubbles on all exposed connections and if unexposed a pressure test should be made Never use an exposed flame to check for leaks Appliance must be disconnected from piping at inlet of control valve and pipe capped or plugged for pressure test Never pressure test with appliance connect...

Page 21: ...ireplacetofaceofdrywallstriptodetermine final depth and adjust nailing flanges as shown in Figure 35 Figure 35 7 Tighten the eight screws loosened in step 5 8 Bend the nailing flanges 90 degree as shown in Figure 36 Figure 36 Figure 37 Vent Pipe Clearance Note Maintain two inches of clearance around vertical vent pipe on first 12 See Figure 38 For horizontal vent maintain a minimum 1 clearance to ...

Page 22: ...imum vertical and corresponding maximum horizontal dimensions of mantels or other combustible projections above the top front edge of the fireplace Only non combustible materials may be used to cover the black fireplace front Warning When finishing the fireplace never obstruct or modify the air inlet outlet louvers in any manner Provide adequate clearances around air openings into the combustion c...

Page 23: ...fireplace it is necessary to install certain components before the appliance is completely positioned and installed These include the direct vent system gas piping for the appliance and the electrical wiring If the fan option is used The appliance can be mounted on any of the following surfaces 1 A flat hard combustible burnable surface 2 A raised wooden platform 3 Fourcornersupports Example Fourc...

Page 24: ...3 4 to 9 1 4 197mm to 235mm 12 17 1 4 to 18 3 4 438mm to 476mm 10 3 4 to 12 1 4 273mm to 311mm Figure 44 CORNER INSTALLATION VERTICAL 90 DEGREE ELBOW TO HORIZONTAL OUT THE WALL 12 minimum rise before elbow WALL FIRESTOP THIMBLE VENT CAP 6 152 mm MINIMUM 9 229 mm MINIMUM Dim DVCP32 DVCP36 DVCP42 A 37 3 4 959 mm 39 7 8 1012 mm 44 1 8 1121 mm B 26 3 4 679 mm 28 3 16 716 mm 31 3 16 792 mm C 12 3 4 324...

Page 25: ... run MUST be reduced by 18 457 mm This does not apply if the 45 degree elbows are installed on the vertical part of the vent system Reduce 3 for every 90 degree 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 installat...

Page 26: ...allation When it is not possible to meet the required vent termination clearances of 12 305 mm above grade level a snorkel kit is recommended It allows installation depth down to 7 178 mm below grade level The 7 178 mm is measured from the center of the horizontal vent pipe as it penetrates through the wall Ensurethesidewallventingclearancesareobserved Ifventing system is installed below ground we...

Page 27: ...s as shown in Figure 52 is 20 feet 6 1 m FIRESTOP AT CEILING LEVEL SEE GRAPH FOR PERMISSIBLE H AND V DIMENSIONS NOTE H1 AND H2 MUST BE ADDED TOGETHER TO USE CHART Figure 52 B C A CENTER OF ELBOW STRAIGHT OUT MINIMUM D C B V H FIREPLACE SERIES HARD ELBOW DIMENSIONS A B C D DVCP32 50 13 16 1 275mm 4 5 16 102mm 6 5 16 152mm 9 1 8 232mm DVCP36 50 13 16 1 275mm 4 102mm 6 152mm 9 1 8 232mm DVCP42 52 13 ...

Page 28: ...en positioned in its permanent location the hole through the exterior wall of the house can be cut This hole must be 10 254mm high x 10 5 8 270mm wide with its center line determined by the amount of vertical rise and horizontal run of the termination See Figure 53 When locating the hole it must be noted that the bottom of the must be 12 305mm above the ground level and top of the cap must be no l...

Page 29: ... COMBUSTIBLES Figure 56 Figure 57 Figure 58 OFFSET CHART RISE OFFSET ELBOW DEGREES CHIMNEY SECTION OFFSET INCHES RISE INCHES 45 0 4 7 8 13 3 8 45 6 8 16 1 2 45 9 10 1 8 18 5 8 45 12 12 1 4 20 3 4 45 24 20 5 8 29 1 8 45 36 29 37 1 2 45 36 29 37 1 2 45 48 37 3 8 45 7 8 Figure 59 ...

Page 30: ... 1 83 m 3 ft 91 cm above if within 10 ft 3 m hori zontally D Vertical clearance ventilated soffit located above the terminal within a horizontal distance of 2 feet 61 cm from the cen ter line of the terminal L Clearance above paved sidewalk or paved drive way located on public property 7 ft 2 13 m E Clearance to unventi lated soffit M Clearance under veranda porch deck or balcony 12 in 30 cm F Cle...

Page 31: ...Figure 61 Installing Firestops Firestops are required for safety whenever the vent system passes through an interior wall an exterior wall or a ceiling These firestops act as a firebreak heat shield and as a means to insure that minimum clearances are maintained to the vent system Horizontal Firestops Horizontal runs in the vent system which pass through either interior or exterior walls require t...

Page 32: ...iling joists and or obstructions Cut a 10 inch x 10 inch hole through the ceiling using the center point previously marked Frame the hole with framing lumber the same size as the ceiling joists See Figure 63 If the area above the ceiling is NOT an attic position and secure the ceiling firestop on the ceiling side of the previously cut and framed hole See Figure 64 If the area above the ceiling is ...

Page 33: ...fireplace in such a way that minimizes the number of offsets and horizontal vent length Sinceitisveryimportantthattheventingsystemmaintainitsbalance between the combustion air intake and the flue gas exhaust certain limitations as to vent configurations apply and must be strictly adhered to Figure 66 TERMINATION CLEARANCES The graph showing the relationship between vertical and horizontal side wal...

Page 34: ...Replace damaged components should immediately 2 Remove the cap and shine a flashlight down the vent Remove any bird nests or other foreign material 3 Check for evidence of excessive condensate such as water droplets forming in the inner liner and subsequently dripping out at joints Condensate can cause corrosion of caps pipe and fittings It may be caused by having excessive lateral runs too many e...

Page 35: ...n height b Two sets of 45 degree elbow offsets within these vertical installations From 0 to a maximum of 8 feet a vent pipe can be used between elbows c Wall straps must be used to support offset pipe every 4 This application will require that you first determine the roof pitch and use the appropriate venting components VERTICAL TERMINATION continued ...

Page 36: ...do not sag Because of sharp edges always use gloves when handling the flex vent components Vent connections should overlap a minimum of 1 for proper sealing Always follow the general venting requirements for vent termination location vent lengths and clearance to combustible materials INSTALLATION 1 Unpack vent components and check that all items are included 2 Check to see that the vent spacer sp...

Page 37: ...liding the vent termination into the flue and inlet venting Forcing the termination cap into the flex venting will deform the flue venting which will restrict the exhaust gases and cause improper operation of the fireplace 8 Attach the Termination Cap to the outside of the house 9 Prior to making the vent connections apply high temperature sealant 1000 degree F min to the vent connections before s...

Page 38: ...alve does not require 24 volts or 110 volts Check System Operation Millivolt system and all individual components may be checked with a millivolt meter 0 1000 MV range Use wire of a gauge proper for the length of the wire Recommended Wire Gauges Maximum Length Wire Gauge 1 to 10 18 10 to 25 16 25 to 35 14 Millivolt System The standing pilot burns continuously even when the main burner is OFF Wheny...

Page 39: ...32261 5 0414 Page 39 Figure 77 MILLIVOLT STANDING PILOT WIRING DIAGRAM BP3 SERIES ...

Page 40: ...ich must be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly B Before lighting smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor 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 Immediatelycally...

Page 41: ...romthethermopileatthegas valve terminals are tight and the thermopile is fully inserted into the pilot bracket Check the thermopile with a millivolt meter Take the reading at TH TP TP terminals of the gas valve The meter should read 350 millivolts minimum while holding the valve knob depressed in the PILOT position with the pilot lit and the REMOTE OFF ON switch in the OFF position Replace the fau...

Page 42: ...er during a power outage 3 The gas valve has inlet and outlet pressure taps as shown in Figure 78 Refer to page 20 for gas pressure requirements Note The gas control has a manual HI LO flame adjustment knob regulator that allows you to increase or decrease the height of the burner flame See Figure 78 Rotate the HI LO knob counterclockwise to HI to increase the flame height and clockwise to LO to d...

Page 43: ... with glass panel removed cracked or broken Have a qualified technician replace a dam aged panel s WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause property damage personal injury or loss of life Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier GND PILOT CPI IPI SWITCH GAS CONTROL VALVE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MOD...

Page 44: ... LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING If you do not follow these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life INTERMITTENT PILOT LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS BP7 SERIES A This appliance has a pilot which can be lighted with the manual on off switch a remote control or by switching the receiver switch to the ON po...

Page 45: ...NTERMITTENT PILOT CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING BP7 SERIES Troubleshooting Before proceeding with the procedures in the following trouble shooting table verify that the power supply AC DC adapter is present and that the batteries inside the receiver and or optional battery pack are fresh and installed with correct polarity Make sure all the connections between the wire harnesses and system compon...

Page 46: ...32261 5 0414 Page 46 INTERMITTENT PILOT CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING BP7 SERIES ...

Page 47: ...32261 5 0414 Page 47 INTERMITTENT PILOT CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING BP7 SERIES ...

Page 48: ...heating season or more often if necessary General Glass Information WARNING Do not operate appliance with the glass front removed cracked or broken Only glass approved for use by the manufacturer in fireplace may be used for replacement The glass replacement should be done by a licensed or qualified service person WARNING 1 The use of substitute glass will void all product warranties 2 Care must b...

Page 49: ...ranty parts All parts listed in the Parts List have a Part Number When ordering parts first obtain the Model Number and Serial Number from the name plate on your equipment Then determine the Part Number not the Index Number and the Description of each part from the fol lowing illustration and part list Be sure to give all this information Appliance Model Number Part Description Appliance Serial Nu...

Page 50: ... ASSEMBLY 21 R11269 R11269 R11269 GAS LINE BRACKET 22 31599 31599 31786 BURNER BASE 23 31785 31785 31785 TUBING ASSEMBLY INLET 24 R11675 R11675 R11675 ORIFICE HOLDER 25 31714 31714 31714 ORIFICE BRACKET 26 R7572 R7572 R7572 JAMB NUT 1 4 18 NPS 27 R7624 R7624 R7624 AIR SHUTTER 28 P204 N A N A ORIFICE 54 LP 28 P286 N A N A ORIFICE 42 NAT 28 N A P208 N A ORIFICE 1 45MM LP 28 N A P257 N A ORIFICE 40 N...

Page 51: ...32261 5 0414 Page 51 MILLIVOLT PARTS VIEW DVCP 32 36 42 BP3 ...

Page 52: ... BASE 23 31785 31785 31785 TUBING ASSEMBLY INLET 24 R11675 R11675 R11675 ORIFICE HOLDER 25 31714 31714 31714 ORIFICE BRACKET 26 R7572 R7572 R7572 JAMB NUT 1 4 18 NPS 27 R7624 R7624 R7624 AIR SHUTTER 28 P204 N A N A ORIFICE 54 LP 28 P286 N A N A ORIFICE 42 NAT 28 N A P208 N A ORIFICE 1 45MM LP 28 N A P257 N A ORIFICE 40 NAT 28 N A N A P258 ORIFICE 1 55MM LP 28 N A N A P285 ORIFICE 39 NAT 31 R2423 R...

Page 53: ...32261 5 0414 Page 53 IP PARTS VIEW DVCP 32 36 42 BP7 ...

Page 54: ... receptacle The ground wire should be attached to the green ground screw Install the receptacle into the junction box Attach cover plate GROUND TO 120V CIRCUIT BREAKER DOUBLE SWITCH BOX INSTALLER PROVIDED 3 WIRE GROUNDED CONDUCTOR BY OTHERS DUAL SWITCH ELECTRICAL WIRING TO FIREPLACE RECEPTACLE FIREPLACE CONTROL COMPARTMENT BLACK BLACK WHITE WHITE 1 Power for switched and live sides of receptacle m...

Page 55: ...Owner The appliance must be installed by a qualified installer and operated in accordance with the instructions furnished with the ap pliance A bill of sale cancelled check or payment record should be kept to verify purchase date and establish warranty period Ready access to the appliance for service What Is Not Covered Damages that might result from the use misuse or improper installation of this...

Page 56: ...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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