Empire Comfort Systems MILLIVOLT DVD32FP30N-3 Installation Instructions Manual Download Page 1

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DIRECT-VENT 

ZERO CLEARANCE 

GAS FIREPLACE 

HEATER SERIES:

MILLIVOLT (MV)

DVD(32,36,42,48)FP3(0,1,2)(N,P)-3

DVD(32,36,42,48)FP33(N,P)-4

INTERMITTENT PILOT (IP)

DVD(32,36,42,48)FP7(0,1,3)(N,P)-3

INSTALLER: 

Leave this manual with the appliance.

CONSUMER: 

Retain this manual for future reference.

WARNING

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 any 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.

GAS-FIRED

A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the hot
viewing glass is provided with this appliance and must be
installed for the protection of children and other at-risk
individuals.

DANGER

CAUSE BURNS.

UNTIL COOLED.

TO TOUCH GLASS.

HOT GLASS

WILL

NEVER

ALLOW CHILDREN

DO NOT TOUCH

GLASS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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

• Hardware Pack

• AA Battery 

(4)

 

(IP only)

• Junction Box Cover

• Logs

• Rockwool

• Registration Card

• Power Adaptor

 (IP only)

• Receptical

• Decorative Rocks

NOTICE:

 Barrier required, but may be sold separately.

Summary of Contents for MILLIVOLT DVD32FP30N-3

Page 1: ...er service agency or the gas supplier GAS FIRED Abarrier designed to reduce the risk of burns from the hot viewing glass is provided with this appliance and must be installed for the protection of chi...

Page 2: ...8 39 Millivolt Standing Pilot Wiring Diagram FP3 Series 40 Millivolt Standing Pilot Lighting Instructions FP3 Series 41 Millivolt Standing Pilot Troubleshooting FP3 Series 42 IPI Electronic System Ope...

Page 3: ...tended for use with glass doors or equivalent shall emphasize that the appliance is not for use with glass doors 11 Where applicable provide a means by which the consumer can identify the barrier such...

Page 4: ...an 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 PropaneGasmaystratifyinaclosedare...

Page 5: ...ons 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...

Page 6: ...h the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code or CSA B149 1 in Canada Available from theAmerican National Standards Institute Inc 11 West 42nd St New York...

Page 7: ...LP to NAT 18816 32881 18817 31759 18818 31761 18819 31763 Remote Control Options Accessories DESCRIPTION MODELS USED ON FRBC Millivolt Battery Remote ON OFF DVD 32 36 42 48 FP 3 7 FRBTC Millivolt Batt...

Page 8: ...ll take Verify that clearances are met throughout the path of the venting system Determine if the fireplace is to be vented out the top or out the rear NOTICE Somefireplacescannotbeventedouttherearoft...

Page 9: ...8 956 mm 37 5 8 956 mm E 32 3 4 832 mm 32 3 4 832 mm 34 3 4 883 mm 34 3 4 883 mm F 16 3 8 416 mm 16 3 8 416 mm 16 3 8 416 mm 16 3 8 416 mm G 24 1 2 622 mm 24 1 2 622 mm 26 1 2 673 mm 26 1 2 673 mm H 7...

Page 10: ...e 0 0 mm Floor 0 0 mm Top Stand off 0 0 mm Top Framing Edge 3 76 mm Figure 3 Combustible Material No greeting cards stockings or ornamentation of any type should be placed on or attached to the firepl...

Page 11: ...t 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 min...

Page 12: ...cation Compounds used on threaded joints of gas piping shall be resistant to the action of liquefied petroleum gases The gas lines must be checked for leaks by the installer This should be done with a...

Page 13: ...e eight 1 2 hex head screws supplied in hardware package to screw through slotted holes in drywall strip and then screw into pre drilled holes on fireplace side See Figure 10 Measure from face of fire...

Page 14: ...sides are sealed a 300 F minimum sealant material must be used These joints are not required to be sealed Only non combustible material using 300 F mini mum adhesive if needed can be applied as facing...

Page 15: ...ary 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 opt...

Page 16: ...m to 165 mm DVD 32 36 42 48 9 8 1 8 to 9 1 2 206 mm to 241 mm DVD 32 36 42 12 11 1 8 to 12 1 2 283 mm to 317 mm DVD 32 36 42 A B C 6 11 1 4 to 12 3 4 286 mm to 324 mm 4 3 4 to 6 1 4 121 mm to 159 mm 9...

Page 17: ...9 mm 6 to 7 1 2 152 mm to 191 mm 6 to 7 1 2 152 mm to 191 mm 4 to 5 1 2 102 mm to 140 mm n a 12 305 mm 9 to 10 1 2 229 mm to 267 mm 9 to 10 1 2 229 mm to 267 mm 9 to 10 1 2 229 mm to 267 mm n a Dim DV...

Page 18: ...ceed 14 5 feet SPECIAL NOTE For each 45 degree elbow installed in the horizontal run the length of the horizontal run MUST be reduced by 18 457 mm This does not apply if the 45 degree elbows are insta...

Page 19: ...be installed around the termination area TYPICAL BASEMENT INSTALLATION Figure 23 Examples of possible venting systems using one 90 elbow Eight feet is listed as minimum vertical vent run with 20 feet...

Page 20: ...9 1 8 232 mm DVD36FP 41 1 2 1054 mm 4 1 2 114 mm 6 1 2 165 mm 9 1 8 232 mm DVD42FP 43 1 2 1105 mm 4 1 2 114 mm 6 1 2 165 mm 9 1 8 232 mm DVD48FP 43 1 2 1105 mm 4 1 2 114 mm 6 1 2 165 mm 9 1 8 232 mm F...

Page 21: ...Page 21 43115 2 0821 Figure 31 EXAMPLES TOP VENT RUN Figure 30 Figure 29...

Page 22: ...zontal 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 elbow Example Accordingtothechartthemaxi...

Page 23: ...ge 23 43115 2 0821 Figure 33 Figure 34 Figure 35 Figure 36 Model Maximum Length H1 DVD32 24 DVD36 24 DVD42 18 DVD48 N A Model Maximum Length H1 DVD32 24 DVD36 24 DVD42 24 DVD48 6 EXAMPLES REAR VENT RU...

Page 24: ...the top flue and inlet openings 3 Insert the insulation retainer bracket and insulation into the top flue pipe before reinstalling the flue cover plate over the top flue with 4 screws 4 Reinstall the...

Page 25: ...ted on public property 7 ft 2 13 m 7 ft 2 13 m E Clearance to unventilated soffit 12 in 30 cm 12 in 30 cm M Clearance under veranda porch deck or balcony 12 in 30 cm 12 in 30 cm F Clearance to outside...

Page 26: ...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 m...

Page 27: ...for any obstructions such as wiring or plumbing runs Reposition the appliance and vent system if necessary to accommodate ceiling joists and or obstructions Cut a 10 inch x 10 inch hole through the c...

Page 28: ...ly adhered to Thegraphshowingtherelationshipbetweenverticalandhorizontalside wall venting will help to determine the various vent lengths allowable The horizontal vent run refers to the total length o...

Page 29: ...lored or warp it is necessary to install a vinyl siding standoff Thevinylsidingstandoffwillbeinstalledbetweentheventtermination andtheexteriorwall SeeFigure44 Thishorizontalventtermination bolts onto...

Page 30: ...ill 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 the vent Remove any bird nests or other fore...

Page 31: ...2656 2 Reassembly and Resealing Vent Pipe System Attach vent pipe to inlet and outlet vent adaptor on fireplace in either theverticalorhorizontalposition replacehorizontalandverticalpipe lengths elbow...

Page 32: ...o venting charts in fireplace instruction manual BAND CLAMP 4 DIA FLUE ADAPTOR COLLAR 4 DIA FLEX FLUE PIPE 7 DIA FLEX VENT PIPE APPLY HIGH TEMPERATURE SEALANT 7 DIA INLET ADAPTOR COLLAR WITH GASKET TO...

Page 33: ...g the vinyl siding kit should be used sold separately part number DV 822 The vinyl siding vent kit DV 822 is available from Empire Comfort Systems Inc The depth is 3 76 mm which enables the vent cap t...

Page 34: ...ng plate onto end of rigid venting system to correct posi tion Fasten the outside mounting plate to the vinyl siding kit or wall with four 10 x 1 1 2 screws Ensure upward slope 11 From inside Attach t...

Page 35: ...high temperature sealant to the opposite end of the tube on the inside of the tube The end with the gasket will attach to the back of the unit Continue with Step 13 PARTS LIST Index No Part No Descrip...

Page 36: ...an ATTENTION Do not place decorative rock on logs or burner The decorative rock should only be placed on the fireplace floor EMBER MATERIAL PLACEMENT ON BURNER 10 After all logs are positioned properl...

Page 37: ...ing assembly 5 Place front logs 1 2 and 3 between grates and main burner Align notches on front logs with locator tabs in base 6 Place middle log 4 between front and rear loop of burner Note do not pl...

Page 38: ...pilot will stay ON Allow your pilot flame to operate an additional one to two minutes before you turn the gas control knob from the PILOT position to the ON position This time period allows the milliv...

Page 39: ...uctions included with the remote to complete installation NOTE If batteries fail in the remote and immediate heat is desired turn the REMOTE OFF ON switch from the REMOTE position to the ON position E...

Page 40: ...hasapilotwhichmustbelightedbyhand Whenlightingthepilot followtheseinstructionsexactly B Before lighting smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas...

Page 41: ...Page 41 43115 2 0821 MILLIVOLT STANDING PILOT WIRING DIAGRAM FP3 SERIES Figure 61...

Page 42: ...nsfromthethermopileatthegas 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...

Page 43: ...age periods it is recommended that the pilot remain in the CPI standing pilot mode to reduce cold start issues and or conserve battery backup power during a power outage 3 The gas valve has inlet and...

Page 44: ...located manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by local codes This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases unless a certified kit is used CAUTION Do not operate the appliance with...

Page 45: ...mation LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS INTERMITTENT PILOT LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FP7 SERIES A This appliance has a pilot which can be lighted with the manual on off switch a remote control or by switching the re...

Page 46: ...49 Troubleshooting Before proceeding with the procedures in the following troubleshooting table verify that the power supply AC DC adapter is present and that the batteries inside the receiver and or...

Page 47: ...Page 47 43115 2 0821 INTERMITTENT PILOT CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING FP7 SERIES...

Page 48: ...43115 2 0821 Page 48 INTERMITTENT PILOT CONTROL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING FP7 SERIES...

Page 49: ...pending 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...

Page 50: ...43115 2 0821 Page 50 Glass Door Installation Figure 64 Barrier Screen Installation Figure 65 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE CONT D...

Page 51: ...spection and cleaning may be required if the fireplace is installed in an area exposed to pet hair or dust or to excessive lint from new carpeting or bedding materials During The Annual Checkup The Te...

Page 52: ...URAL 32 P287 P287 ORIFICE PROPANE 33 R7572 R7572 JAMB NUT 34 P212 P212 ORIFICE FITTING 35 17258 31570 TUBING ASSEMBLY INLET 36 R2423 R2423 MALE CONNECTOR 37 R7577 R11125 GAS VALVE NATURAL 37 R12905 GA...

Page 53: ...Page 53 43115 2 0821 USE ONLY MANUFACTURER S REPLACEMENT PARTS USE OF ANY OTHER PARTS COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH DVD32FP 3 7 PARTS VIEW...

Page 54: ...CE PROPANE 33 R7572 R7572 JAMB NUT 34 P212 P212 ORIFICE FITTING 35 17258 31570 TUBING ASSEMBLY INLET 36 R2423 R2423 MALE CONNECTOR 37 R7577 R11125 GAS VALVE NATURAL 37 R12905 GAS VALVE NATURAL 7 DAY P...

Page 55: ...Page 55 43115 2 0821 DVD36FP 3 7 PARTS VIEW USE ONLY MANUFACTURER S REPLACEMENT PARTS USE OF ANY OTHER PARTS COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH...

Page 56: ...ICE NATURAL 32 P208 P208 ORIFICE PROPANE 33 R7572 R7572 JAMB NUT 34 P212 P212 ORIFICE FITTING 35 17337 31571 TUBING ASSEMBLY INLET 36 R2423 R2423 MALE CONNECTOR 37 R7577 R11125 GAS VALVE NATURAL 37 R1...

Page 57: ...Page 57 43115 2 0821 DVD42FP 3 7 PARTS VIEW USE ONLY MANUFACTURER S REPLACEMENT PARTS USE OF ANY OTHER PARTS COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH...

Page 58: ...ICE NATURAL 32 P258 P258 ORIFICE PROPANE 33 R7572 R7572 JAMB NUT 34 P212 P212 ORIFICE FITTING 35 17337 31571 TUBING ASSEMBLY INLET 36 R2423 R2423 MALE CONNECTOR 37 R7577 R11125 GAS VALVE NATURAL 37 R1...

Page 59: ...Page 59 43115 2 0821 DVD48FP 3 7 PARTS VIEW USE ONLY MANUFACTURER S REPLACEMENT PARTS USE OF ANY OTHER PARTS COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH...

Page 60: ...plug into junction box 9 Close bottom louver on fireplace 10 Installation of FBB4 optional variable speed blower assembly is completed Wiring The appliance when installed must be electrically grounde...

Page 61: ...Page 61 43115 2 0821 1 R7731 BLOWER ASSEMBLY 2 31920 SWITCH ASSEMBLY 3 R4192 SPEED CONTROL KNOB 4 R4186 SPEED CONTROL FBB4 OPTIONAL VARIABLE SPEED BLOWER INSTALLATION...

Page 62: ...Remove rear logs from burner assembly 5 Place brick panel rear against rear wall in fireplace NOTICE The top edge will have a half moon cutout relief to match up with the rear flue vent hole 6 While h...

Page 63: ...VP2SH DVD36 DVP3SH DVD42 DVP4SH DVD48 Simulated Brick Panels The simulated brick panels are designed to enhance the appearance of your fireplace imitating the look of authentic masonry AGED BRICK DVP1...

Page 64: ...mfort Systems Decorative Door Decorative Door Mission Rectangle Decorative Door Plain Rectangle Decorative Door Mission Arch Decorative Door Plain Arch Window Trim Standard Louvers 45 Degree Outside F...

Page 65: ...Page 65 43115 2 0821 APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service Performed Notes...

Page 66: ...se and can be ordered by your Service Person or Dealer Proof of purchase is required for warranty parts All parts listed in the Parts List have a Part Number When ordering parts first obtain the Model...

Page 67: ...orkmanship within one year from the date of purchase Empire will repair or replace it at Empire s option Duties of the Owner Have the appliance installed by a qualified installer and operate and maint...

Page 68: ...68 www empirecomfort com Empire Comfort 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...

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