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CONSUMER: 

 

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HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE 
BURNS. 
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL 
COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO 
TOUCH GLASS.

A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the hot 

viewing glass is provided with this appliance and shall be installed 

for the protection of children and other at-risk individuals.

FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD

Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could 

result in serious injury, death, or property 

damage. 

-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 the appliance.

• 

Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use 

any phone in your building.

• 

Leave the building immediately.

• 

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 supplier.

This appliance may be installed in an 

aftermarket, permanently located, 

manufactured home (USA only) or 

mobile home, where not prohibited by 

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. 

www.nficertified.org

We suggest that our gas hearth 

products be installed and serviced 

by professionals who are certified 

in the U.S. by the National 

Fireplace Institute (NFI) as NFI 

Gas Specialists.

DIRECT VENT ZERO CLEARANCE 

GAS FIREPLACE HEATER MODELS:

DVLXB55BP90N-1 / DVLXB55SP90N-1

INSTALLER GUIDE

MH63830

This fireplace is design certified in accordance 

with American National Standard/CSA Standard 

ANSI Z21.88/CSA 2.33 and by Underwriters 

Laboratories as a Direct Vent Gas Fireplace 

Heater and shall be installed according to these 

instructions.

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Summary of Contents for DVLXB55BP90N-1

Page 1: ...plier 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 supplier This applianc...

Page 2: ...lation 23 Vent Framing and Finishing 27 Venting Fireplace 33 Vent System Identification Vertical 34 Vent System Identification Horizontal 35 Decorative Crushed Glass Placement 37 LOG Placement 38 Ligh...

Page 3: ...no blockage or restriction leakage corrosion and other deficiencies which could cause an unsafe condition 3 As far as practical close all building doors and windows and all doors between the space in...

Page 4: ...cable Inspect the venting and vent termination cap for damage corrosion sooting or obstruction and correct if present Check all accessible gas carrying tubes connections pipes and other components for...

Page 5: ...RTANT SAFETY INFORMATION DO NOT put anything around the fireplace that will obstruct the flow of ventilation air DO NOT use this fireplace if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified...

Page 6: ...ls and fabrics in a room That will take some of the odorant out of the gas reducing its odor intensity SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF PROPANE GAS Propane gas may stratify in a closed area and the odo...

Page 7: ...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 di...

Page 8: ...agency The term qualified agency means any individual firm corporation or company which either in person or through a representative is engaged in and is responsible for a the installation or replace...

Page 9: ...performed Leak check performed and inlet pressure verified FINISHING Verified all clearances meet installation manual requirements Mantels and wall projections meet requirements pg 11 Granite or Clea...

Page 10: ...ng their products near a heat source If you install a television above this fireplace Empire Comfort Systems accepts no responsibility for damage or injuries Follow the television manufacturer s insta...

Page 11: ...ted 4 Install the venting See page 27 to page 36 5 Install and connect the gas lines See page 20 and page 21 6 Install the wiring See page 22 7 Remove the barrier assemblies See page 57 to page 59 8 I...

Page 12: ...12 CARTON CONTENTS AND HARDWARE PACK 1 2 3 Index Number Description Part Number Quantity Supplied 1 Product Registration Card 1 2 LED Remote ESC838024 1 3 SIT Remote Transmitter ESC838004 1...

Page 13: ...nter 2 3mm 1 2mm Orifice Sides 1 95mm 1 05mm Air Shutter Opening Center Burner Fully Closed Fully Open Air Shutter Opening Side Burners Fully Closed Fully Open Gas Inlet Shut Off Valve Pipe 1 2 in BSP...

Page 14: ...box not shown 10 23 32 G Depth from front trim to centerline of exhaust vent 7 21 32 H Depth from back of the box to centerline of exhaust vent 7 15 32 I Height from bottom of the box to centerline of...

Page 15: ...box not shown 10 23 32 G Depth from front trim to centerline of exhaust vent 7 21 32 H Depth from back of the box to centerline of exhaust vent 7 21 32 I Height from bottom of the box to centerline of...

Page 16: ...on NOTICE When installing this fireplace against an exterior wall insulate to applicable insulation codes Single Sided ONLY LOCATING FIREPLACE DVLXB55B Single Sided DVLXB55S Double Sided A peninsula r...

Page 17: ...pipe Side Wall and Ceiling The minimum clearance from the floor to the ceiling is 36 inches The minimum clearance from the side of the fireplace opening to an adjacent sidewall is 6 inches MIN 36 915...

Page 18: ...ENDICULAR SIDE WALL BALCONY WITH NO SIDE WALL G G COMBUSTIBLE 9 229mm NONCOMBUSTIBLE 2 51mm H COMBUSTIBLE 18 457mm NONCOMBUSTIBLE 12 305mm H I COMBUSTIBLE 18 457mm NONCOMBUSTIBLE 12 305mm I E D C E C...

Page 19: ...W 12 in 30 cm for appliances 10 000 Btuh 3 kW and 100 000 Btuh 30 kW 36 in 91 cm for appliances 100 000 Btuh 30 kW 6 in 15 cm for appliances 10 000 Btuh 3 kW 9 in 23 cm for appliances 10 000 Btuh 3 kW...

Page 20: ...a New Main Gas Shut Off Valve Check Local Code Each fireplace should have its own manual gas shut off valve A manual main gas shut off valve should be located in the vicinity of the fireplace Where no...

Page 21: ...CONT D Test For Leaks On Unexposed Connections Perform a pressure test on all unexposed connections Never pressure test with fireplace connected control valve will sustain damage Disconnect the firep...

Page 22: ...tion switch which is accessible from outside the cavity can also be used to disconnect the power Regardless of the method used it MUST ALWAYS be possible to safely isolate the electrical supply to the...

Page 23: ...ace and or its vent system In cooler climates the vent should be enclosed inside the chase NOTICE Requirements for ceiling and wall shield firestops and construction of the chase may vary with the typ...

Page 24: ...setting the depth of the fireplace NOTE MIN Clearances for gas connection and exhaust venting 3 Install nailing flanges onto fireplace 4 Move fireplace into position 5 Secure fireplace to framing with...

Page 25: ...ATTENTION Cold climate installation recommendation When installing this fireplace against a non insulated exterior wall it is recommended that the outer walls be insulated to conform to applicable in...

Page 26: ...TION CONT D Corner Installation Vertical 90 degree elbow to 45 degree horizontal out the wall 12 in minimum rise before elbow NOTICE Corner installation will require more vertical vent pipe depending...

Page 27: ...RAMING AND FINISHING 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 he...

Page 28: ...ctions Cut a 10 5 8 inch x 10 5 8 inch hole through the ceiling using the center point previously marked Frame the hole with framing lumber the same size as the ceiling joists If the area above the ce...

Page 29: ...es with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 Latest Edition The supplied conduit and wires are common across other Empire models The pressure switch wires are not required for this model On the V...

Page 30: ...tching 120VAC MAINS SUPPLY IN VENT FAN OUT Remove 6 Screws Insert the straight side of the main harness through the 7 8 inch hole in the rear panel of the Power Vent and secure with nut Connect the bl...

Page 31: ...ly a bead of silicone sealant to the rear surface of the flange to create a weather tight seal between the mounting flange and the wall 14 1 2 2 1 9 Remove 6 screws GASKET HORIZONTAL FASCIA NOTE Seala...

Page 32: ...Kit is required NOTICE This Power Vent cannot be vented out the rear of the fireplace NOTICE This Power Vent can only be used with DuraVent Direct Vent Pro 4 X 6 5 8 inch piping NOTICE All outer conne...

Page 33: ...ows Effective Length 36 ft 5in H1 H2 H3 V1 A TO BOTTOM UNIT VENTING FIREPLACE EXAMPLE 2 Fireplace Height V1 H1 H2 Elbows Total Effective Length 3ft 5inch 5ft 10ft 20ft 2 36ft 5in Vertical Run Up Firep...

Page 34: ...Verify clearances for the termination When selecting a vent system for use with the fireplace refer to the see Empire Comfort Systems Retail Price List for Simpson Duravent part numbers and pricing C...

Page 35: ...clearances for the termination When selecting a vent system for use with the fireplace refer to the see Empire Comfort Systems Retail Price List for Simpson Duravent part numbers and pricing Check al...

Page 36: ...ng In these cases increasing the vent height may solve this problem Installing the Vent System in a Chase A chase is a vertical box like structure built to enclose the gas fireplace and or its vent sy...

Page 37: ...h crushed glass to mask the burner and infill excessive glass can cause sooting Ensure that the glass covers the entire infill and all the burners Notice Do not place crushed glass in the recessed pil...

Page 38: ...H EMBERS 1248 CENTER LOG TOP CENTER LOG FRONT LARGE LOG 1 FRONT LARGE LOG 1 TOP TUNNEL LOG FRONT TUNNEL LOG TOP LARGE LOG 2 FRONT SMALL LOG FRONT SMALL LOG TOP EMBERS FRONT EMBERS TOP LARGE LOG 2 TOP...

Page 39: ...it Fold all the log locating tabs up 90 as seen in the images below Place all logs as shown in the three steps on the next page Place the embers around the logs in a single layer Ensure that the ember...

Page 40: ...CONT D Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Completed Log Set with Bed of Embers Small Log Tunnel Log Tunnel Log Small Log Center Log Large Log 2 Large Log 1 Large Log 1 Medium Log 1 Medium Log 2 Medium Log 2 Large L...

Page 41: ...en smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information above on this page If you do not smell gas go to the next step 5 Turn ON electric power to the applia...

Page 42: ...use severe injury or death The receiver causes ignition of the fireplace The fireplace can turn on suddenly Keep away from the fireplace burner when operating the remote system or activating manual by...

Page 43: ...Push the ON button on the transmitter within 10 seconds The SIT controller will beep four times to indicate that the transmitter s command is accepted The system is now initialized Should the SIT cont...

Page 44: ...m the receiver confirms reception of the command ure ture Remote Flame Control The fireplace has six flame levels With the system on and the flame level at the maximum in the fireplace pressing the do...

Page 45: ...ns until the desired set temperature is displayed on the LCD screen of the transmitter Room Temperature Set Temperature MULTIFUNCTION REMOTE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Smart Thermostat Transmitter Operati...

Page 46: ...function press the MODE and UP Buttons at the same time To deactivate this function press the MODE and UP Buttons at the same time Low Battery Power Detection Transmitter The life span of the remote c...

Page 47: ...gized 2 A diagnostic code is sent through the diagnostic red LED and 3 The IFC board will ignore any burner ignition command and remain in the OFF state unless the unlock command sequence is met The c...

Page 48: ...te touch the On Off key until the LEDs turn on and off The new remote is now paired Indicator Light Remote Pairing Button LED REMOTE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Speed Saturation Scene Mode Color Wheel Brig...

Page 49: ...ht Adjust brightness short press 10 levels long press 1 5s for continuous 256 levels of brighness adjustment R G B Short press get red green or blue color directly long press 1 5s adjust R G B brightn...

Page 50: ...ram on page 58 and Lighting Instructions on page 45 Troubleshooting Before proceeding with the troubleshooting table verify that the 120VAC power supply is present Make sure all the connections betwee...

Page 51: ...sensor and pilot igniter Pilot not grounded well Check ground connections Sensor wire loose Check sensor wire terminals Gas pressure incorrect Adjust gas pressure Pilot gas line bent or kinked Replace...

Page 52: ...Clogged or dirty burner ports Clean burner ports Faulty valve Replace valve High altitude Adjust orifice size for altitude Backfire of burner Blocked orifice Check orifice opening Clogged or dirty bu...

Page 53: ...Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier IPI ELECTRONIC SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM FUSE 5X20 FUSE MAINS SUPPLY CONNECTION LIVE 120VAC NEUTRAL G...

Page 54: ...G55B DVLXG55S DVLXB55B DVLXB55S SIT Proflame II CKZ02 Propane to Natural MF DVLXG55B DVLXG55S DVLXB55B DVLXB55S SIT Proflame II Log Sets Description LS55LTF Log Set Ceramic Fiber Traditional Charred L...

Page 55: ...035 Replacement Exhaust Thermal Cut Out TBC 14 ESC838038 Barrier Screen Assembly 15 ESC838036 Primary Glass Retainer 16 ESC838008 Room Fan Assembly Capacitor 17 ESC838017 Bottom Trim 18 ESC808021 Repl...

Page 56: ...TS VIEW Inner Glass Primary 20 5 4 5 10 22 21 9 13 6 12 15 1 2 3 11 7 8 17 14 16 18 19 WARNING Failure to use parts specifically approved for this appliance may result in property damage or personal i...

Page 57: ...Check the barrier screen for fit and structural integrity Check all latches or other door retention components for proper operation tension and relief mechanisms are free from obstructions Inspect the...

Page 58: ...d service person replace damaged glass and gasket using materials specified by Empire Comfort Systems 3 Do not abuse or strike the glass 4 The use of substitute glass will void all product warranties...

Page 59: ...gas valve it will result in a hazardous condition GAS VALVE INLET PRESSURE TAP OUTLET PRESSURE TAP Replacing a Remote Control If the wireless control becomes lost or damaged a new one can be ordered f...

Page 60: ...the fireplace and rest it on the base Then disconnect the electrical connections to allow the fan tray to be removed entirely Replacing the Fan Thermal Cut Out TCO 60 C 140o F With the glass infill bu...

Page 61: ...ace the pressure switch and reattach the screws and silicone tubes The black hose should be connected to the low pressure port and the translucent to the high pressure port For the Exhaust TCO Reach i...

Page 62: ...62 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE...

Page 63: ...rvice person or dealer When ordering parts first obtain the Model Number and Serial Number from the rating plate on your equipment Then determine the Part Number from the list in this manual not the I...

Page 64: ...will repair or replace at Empire s option Duties of the Owner The appliance must be installed by a qualified installer and operated in accordance with the instructions furnished with the appliance A...

Page 65: ...65 Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service Performed Notes APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY...

Page 66: ...fort Systems Inc Belleville IL 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 empi...

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