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DIRECT VENT 

GAS FIREPLACE HEATER

MODEL SERIES

MILLIVOLT STANDING PILOT

DVP42FP3(0,1,2,3)(N,P)-4

DVP48FP3(0,1,2,3)(N,P)-4

DIRECT

 IGNITION

DVP42FP5(0,1,2,3)N-1

DVP48FP5(0,1,2,3)N-1

INTERMITTENT PILOT

DVP42FP7(0,1,2,3)(N,P)-4

DVP48FP7(0,1,2,3)(N,P)-4

REMOTE RF MODELS

DVP42FP9(1,3)(N,P)-5

DVP48FP9(1,3)(N,P)-5

UL FILE NO. MH30033

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.

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

-

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.

WARNING

HOT GLASS

DO NOT TOUCH

NEVER

WILL

CAUSE BURNS.

GLASS

UNTIL COOLED.

ALLOW CHILDREN

TO TOUCH GLASS.

EMPIRE

EMPIRE

Comfort Systems

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Summary of Contents for P)-4

Page 1: ...convertible for use with other gases unless a certified kit is used Direct Vent Zero Clearance Gas Fireplace Heater GAS FIRED Installer Leave this manual with the appliance Consumer Retain this manual...

Page 2: ...tical Termination 43 44 Log Placement 4 Log Set 45 Operating Instructions 46 47 Standing Pilot Wiring Diagram 48 Standing Pilot Lighting Instructions 49 Standing Pilot Troubleshooting 50 Direct Igniti...

Page 3: ...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...

Page 4: ...m 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...

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: ...ith 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 Yor...

Page 7: ...Thermostat FWS 1 Direct Ignition Millivolt Wall Switch DVP42 DVP48 Input Btu hr Maximum 28 000 30 000 Btu hr Minimum millivolt only 19 000 20 500 KWH Maximum 8 2 8 8 Minimum 5 5 6 0 NAT Orifice 38 101...

Page 8: ...on of any type should be placed on or attached to the fireplace The flow of heat can ignite combustibles Clearance to Combustibles Back 0 0 mm Side 0 0 mm Floor 0 0 mm Top Stand off 0 0 mm Top Framing...

Page 9: ...t See details in Venting Section When you install your Direct Vent Fireplace in D Room divider or E Flat on wall corner positions a minimum of 6 inches clearance must be maintained from the perpendicu...

Page 10: ...3 5kPa Attention If one of the procedures results in pressures 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...

Page 11: ...e flue pipe and discarded VENT SYSTEMS The following vent systems are acceptable for use with the DVP 42 48 series fireplaces Simpson Duravent GS 5 8 Refer to Page 37 American Metal Products 5 8 Selki...

Page 12: ...ywall strip and then screw into pre drilled holes on fireplace side Measure from face of fireplace to face of drywall strip to determine final depth Figure 9 Vent Pipe Clearance Note Maintain one inch...

Page 13: ...l must be used These joints are not required to be sealed Only non combustible material using 300 F minimum adhesive if needed can be applied as facing to the fireplace surround Flush Mount Mantel Ins...

Page 14: ...he 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 Four 4 corner supports Example Four 4 concre...

Page 15: ...18 3 4 476mm 10 3 4 273mm to 12 1 4 311mm VENT CAP A PIPE LENGTH WALL FIRESTOP THIMBLE WALL FIRESTOP THIMBLE Figure 18 CORNER INSTALLATION VERTICAL 90 ELBOW TO HORIZONTAL OUT THE WALL VENT CAP WALL F...

Page 16: ...talled in the horizontal run the length of the horizontal run MUST be reduced by 18 45cm This does not apply if the 45 degree elbows are installed on the vertical part of the vent system Reduce 3 for...

Page 17: ...down to 7 178mm below grade level The 7 178mm is measured from the center of the horizontal vent pipe as it penetrates through the wall Ensurethesidewallventingclearancesareobserved Ifventing system...

Page 18: ...its permanent location the hole through the exterior wall of the house can be cut This hole must be 12 305mm high x 10 254mm wide with its center line determined by the amount of vertical rise and ho...

Page 19: ...28649 2 0811 Page 19 Figure 28 Figure 29 Figure 30 24 24 MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES EXAMPLES TOP VENT RUN...

Page 20: ...28649 2 0811 Page 20 VENTING EXAMPLES WHEN USING DVA47 ADAPTOR Vertically Off Top of Fireplace Only Figure 31 Figure 32 Figure 33...

Page 21: ...nspect 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 instru...

Page 22: ...tion 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...

Page 23: ...cation 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 Th...

Page 24: ...e 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 nai...

Page 25: ...ractices 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 thim...

Page 26: ...ps As Req d Venting Support With Gasket Clamps 7 Dia Adapter Collar 4 Dia Flue Connector Assembly Firestop Thimble Adjustable Storm Collar Use TO Keep Insulation Out Of Inlet Vent Connections Clamps A...

Page 27: ...eter by 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...

Page 28: ...mension and position the unit in accordance with same EXAMPLE A If the vertical dimension from the floor of the unit is 12 feet 4 inches the horizontal run to the outer wall flange must not exceed 12...

Page 29: ...28649 2 0811 Page 29 Figure 42 Figure 43 Figure 44 Figure 45 Model Maximum Pipe Length H1 DVP42 24 DVP48 24 Model Maximum Pipe Length H1 DVP42 24 DVP48 24 EXAMPLES REAR VENT RUN...

Page 30: ...be cut Measurethetotalwallthicknesstodeterminewhetherornotthe extension thimble is to be used If the combustible wall depth is over 5 3 8 137mm then the extension thimble should be used Figure 46 3 I...

Page 31: ...with 4 10 x 1 1 2 screws Ensure upward slope 11 From inside Attach the inlet tube to the collar on the back of the fireplace or the rigid venting system using 3 self tapping screws 12 Seal the 4 102m...

Page 32: ...gh 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 Connecting to Rigid Vent System If th...

Page 33: ...led 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 firepla...

Page 34: ...hat 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 certai...

Page 35: ...center 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 applia...

Page 36: ...ponents per the pre planned vent system configuration Be certain that each succeeding vent component is securely fitted and locked into the preceding component in the vent system WALL THIMBLE MAXIMUM...

Page 37: ...e is now locked together Continue adding components per the pre planned vent system configuration Be certain that each succeeding vent component is securely fitted and locked into the preceding compon...

Page 38: ...10 3 8 inch x 12 3 8 inch hole Attention Wall firestop hole is off set towards bottom of wall opening Secure with nails or screws Continue the vent run through the firestop See Figure 61 Figure 61 Ve...

Page 39: ...28649 2 0811 Page 39 Figure 64 See Horizontal Termination Page 41 and Vertical Termination Pages 43 and 44 8 VENTING FRAMING AND FINISHING continued Figure 62 Figure 63...

Page 40: ...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 66 F...

Page 41: ...termination run a bead of silicone sealant rated above 250 F on its outside edge too so as to make a seal to the exterior wall NOTE Wood screws can and should be replaced with appropriate fasteners fo...

Page 42: ...to attach outer vent pipe 4 Install the Wall Firestop Thimble assembly as required through the wall Refer to the venting charts in the fireplace manual to determine the proper height and size of the...

Page 43: ...hown in Figure 76 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...

Page 44: ...e chase may vary with the type of building These instructions are not substitutes for the requirements of local building codes Therefore your local building codes must be checked to determine the requ...

Page 45: ...er lift and pull forward 2 Lower bottom louver lift and hinge forward 3 Release two glass frame spring clamps at bottom of firebox 4 Place rear 1 log onto two 2 pins on rear log support 5 Place left f...

Page 46: ...1 to two 2 minutes before you turn the gas control knob from the PILOT position to the ON position This time period allows the millivolts electrical current to build up to a sufficient level allowing...

Page 47: ...s fail in the remote and immediate heat is desired turn the REMOTE OFF ON switch from the REMOTE position to the ON position Electric 120 volt Operated Remote Control FREC Connectthegreenandred stripp...

Page 48: ...28649 2 0811 Page 48 Figure 84 OPTIONAL THERMOSTAT OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH STANDING PILOT WIRING DIAGRAM...

Page 49: ...a pilot which 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 becaus...

Page 50: ...onnectionsfromthethermopileatthegas 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 termi...

Page 51: ...2 Flashes 3 unsuccessful ignition trials 3 Flashes Main burner flame failed 4 times during a single heating cycle 4 Flashes Interrupt power for 5 seconds to reset control Steady Flash Flame detected o...

Page 52: ...ULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE 1 STOP Read the safety information above 2 Turn off all electric power to the appliance 3 Open bottom louver assembly or open the valve acce...

Page 53: ...econds and then locks out module will show two blinks on indicator light Disconnect power to fireplace junction box and check that the Hot Black wire is connected to the gold receptacle screw side and...

Page 54: ...lectrodes from being damaged 10 Remove air shutter from orifice fitting 11 Remove natural gas main burner orifice from orifice fitting DIRECT IGNITION PROPANE LP GAS CONVERSION 12 Install propane LP m...

Page 55: ...ROPANE LP GAS CONVERSION Model AIR SHUTTER SETTINGS BURNER ORIFICE Opening A Propane LP Orifice DVP42 Full Open 52 DVP48 Full Open 51 REGULATOR FITTING NOTE STAMPED WITH GAS TYPE SET FOR USE Maxitrol...

Page 56: ...nection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation Verify proper operation after servicing Provided on the intermittent pilot wiring harness are two 2 stripped an...

Page 57: ...pliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot Do not try to light the pilot by hand B Before lighting smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell ne...

Page 58: ...manual shutoff valves in the gas line to the appliance D Do gas leak test ahead of gas control if piping has been disturbed Gas Leak Test Paint pipe joints with rich soap and water solution Bubbles in...

Page 59: ...AL OPERATING SEQUENCE Pilot burner does not light Thermostat Wall Switch Remote Etc Calls for Heat POWER INTERRUPTION System shuts off Restarts when power is restored PILOT FLAME FAILURE Second main o...

Page 60: ...om ignition cable or other heavily insulated wire A Close the manual gas valve B Disconnect the ignition cable at the SPARK terminal on the module WARNING Whenperformingthefollowingsteps donottouchstr...

Page 61: ...28649 2 0811 Page 61 INTERMITTENT PILOT TROUBLESHOOTING continued...

Page 62: ...normal operation after a one minute delay Check transformer andAC line for proper input voltage to the control Check with full system load on the transformer 6 2 Failed trial for ignition resulting i...

Page 63: ...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 swi...

Page 64: ...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 appli...

Page 65: ...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 BATTER...

Page 66: ...sembly 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 electr...

Page 67: ...airborne particles to cling to the glass surface Also initial paint curing may deposit a slight film on the glass It is therefore recommended that the glass be cleaned two or three times with a non a...

Page 68: ...ield 17 17804 17804 17804 17804 Top Inner Heat Shield 18 17381 17381 17381 17381 Baffle Flue Vent 19 17187 17187 17187 17187 Louver Assembly Upper 20 17190 17190 17190 17190 Ceramic Glass Door Assembl...

Page 69: ...re Harness 5 pin 59 R10497 Wire Harness 4 Pin 60 R10498 Wire Harness 8 Pin 61 Not Used On DVP42FP 3 5 7 9 Models Insulation Top Shield 62 Not Used On DVP42FP 3 5 7 9 Models Heat Shield Flue 63 Not Use...

Page 70: ...at Shield 18 17447 17447 17447 17447 Baffle Flue Vent 19 17210 17210 17210 17210 Louver Assembly Upper 20 17213 17213 17213 17213 Ceramic Glass Door Assembly 21 17211 17211 17211 17211 Louver Assembly...

Page 71: ...1616 R11007 Control Module 58 R10499 Extension Wire Harness 5 pin 59 R10497 Wire Harness 4 Pin 60 R10498 Wire Harness 8 Pin 61 Not Used On DVP48FP 3 5 7 9 Models Insulation Top Shield 62 Not Used On D...

Page 72: ...28 27 31 36 57 37 50 53 45 15 26 26 43 INTERMITTENT PILOT BURNER ASSEMBLY LOG SET ASSEMBLY 46 48 49 47 BLOWER ASSEMBLY RF MODELS 35 38 38 23 22 52 33 34 32 36 37 31 29 28 27 24 23 30 26 RF VALVE BURNE...

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Page 74: ...ble speed blower assembly is completed Wiring The appliance when installed must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Co...

Page 75: ...LT AC JUNCTION BOX WHITE SPEED CONTROL FAN SWITCH GROUND BLACK FAN 1 FBB4 B L O W E R A S S E M B LY COMPLETE 2 R7649 FAN CONTROL 3 R4192 SPEED CONTROL KNOB 4 R4186 SPEED CONTROL FBB4 OPTIONAL VARIABL...

Page 76: ...on fireplace 3 Remove glass frame assembly from fireplace 4 Remove rear logs from burner assembly 5 Place brick panel rear against rear wall in fireplace Note The top edge will have a half moon cutou...

Page 77: ...to enhance the appearance of your fireplace imitating the look of authentic masonry HERRINGBONE DVP3DH DVP42 DVP4DH DVP48 Simulated Brick Panels The simulated brick panels were designed to enhance th...

Page 78: ...of varying depth and color for a rustic cabin look 15 381mm TOP EDGE OF FIREPLACE 12 305mm 10 254mm MANTEL COMBUSTIBLE TRIM AND MANTELS ALLOWED IN SHADED AREA 4 5 6 7 8 9 11 13 3 4 3 4 1 2 1 4 3 3 3...

Page 79: ...owing fronts Arched DCF42B FB CM HP DCF42T FB CM HP Rectangular DCF42A FB CM HP Fireplace requires one of the following ceramic liners DVP3DA DVP3DH DVP42DG All Brick Liners are made from Ceramic Fibe...

Page 80: ...s 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...

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