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Remote Control 

Options & Accessories Description

FRBC

Millivolt/IP Battery Remote ON/OFF

FRBTC

Millivolt/IP Battery Battery Remote T-Stat

FREC

Electric Remote

FRBTP

Millivolt/IP Programmable Remote

TMV

Millivolt/IP WIRELESS Wall Thermostat

TRW

Millivolt/IP REED SWITCH Wall Thermostat

FWS-1

Direct Ignition/Millivolt/IP Wall Switch

SPECIFICATIONS

DVX36 NAT

DVX36 LP

Input Btu/hr Maximum

35,000

30,000

         Btu/hr Minimum

24,500

21,000

KWH (Maximum)

10.3

8.8

         (Minimum)

7.2

6.2

Orifice

#32 (P211)

1.65mm (P250)

Air Shutter Opening

1/4" (6.4mm)

FULL OPEN

Height without standoff

34 3/4 (883mm)

34 3/4" (883mm)

Width

39 3/8" (1,000mm)

39 3/8" (1,000mm)

Depth

19 7/8" (505mm)

19 7/8" (505mm)

Gas Inlet Shutoff Valve (Pipe)

1/2 NPT

1/2 NPT

Venting Size

4 x 6 5/8

4 x 6 5/8

DVX42FP(3,7,9) NAT

DVX42FP5 NAT

DVX42FP(3,7,9) LP

DVX42FP5 LP

Input Btu/hr Maximum

37,500

37,500

35,000

35,000

         Btu/hr Minimum

26,000

26,000

28,000

28,000

KWH (Maximum)

11

11

10.3

10.3

         (Minimum)

7.6

7.6

7.2

7.2

Orifice

#31 (P209)

 2.75mm (P305) 

#50 (P245)

1.80mm (P304)

Air Shutter Opening

1/4" (6.4mm)

1/4" (6.4mm)

FULL OPEN

FULL OPEN

Height without standoff

34 3/4" (883mm)

34 3/4" (883mm)

34 3/4" (883mm)

34 3/4" (833mm)

Width

43 3/8" (1,101mm)

43 3/8" (1,101mm)

43 3/8" (1,101mm)

43 3/8" (1,101mm)

Depth

19 7/8" (505mm)

19 7/8" (505mm)

19 7/8" (505mm)

19 7/8" (505mm)

Gas Inlet Shutoff Valve (Pipe)

1/2 NPT

1/2 NPT

1/2 NPT

1/2 NPT

Venting Size

5 x 8

5 x 8

5 x 8

5 x 8

NOTE:  Air shutter settings are factory minimum settings. Some venting configurations may require minor air shutter adjustments for 

optimum performance.

The following vent systems are acceptable for use with the 

DVX42 series fireplaces:

Simpson Duravent® GS 5” - 8”

American Metal Products 5” - 8”

Selkirk Direct-Temp® 5” - 8”

Security Secure Vent® 5” - 8”

Excel DV Venting 5” - 8”

Empire Flexvent Kit DVVK-5F

SPECIAL VENT SYSTEMS

The following vent systems are acceptable for use with the 

DVX36 series fireplaces:

Simpson Duravent® GS 4” - 6 ⅝”

American Metal Products 4” - 6 ⅝”

Selkirk Direct-Temp® 4” - 6 ⅝”

Security Secure Vent® 4” - 6 ⅝”

Excel DV Venting 4” - 6 ⅝”

Empire Horizontal Round Termination Kit DVVK-4RE

Note: DVA-47 not for use with Flex Vent Kits. For use with 

Simpson Duravent vents only.

Summary of Contents for DVX36FP31L-4

Page 1: ...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 g...

Page 2: ...T WIRING DIAGRAM 48 MILLIVOLT STANDING PILOT LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 49 MILLIVOLT STANDING PILOT TROUBLESHOOTING 50 DIRECT IGNITION LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 51 DIRECT IGNITION WIRING DIAGRAM 52 OPTIONAL RE...

Page 3: ...and ventilation air must not be obstructed in any way Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies The glass front or any part removed...

Page 4: ...ghts 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 o...

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: ...he 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 N Y...

Page 7: ...2 Orifice 31 P209 2 75mm P305 50 P245 1 80mm P304 Air Shutter Opening 1 4 6 4mm 1 4 6 4mm FULL OPEN FULL OPEN Height without standoff 34 3 4 883mm 34 3 4 883mm 34 3 4 883mm 34 3 4 833mm Width 43 3 8...

Page 8: ...ct Vent Fireplace Vent Kit Thru the wall 5 to 13 3 4 inch wall thickness Special DV Vent Kits for DVX42 Available from Empire Comfort Systems Inc dealers DVVK 5RP DVVK 5R Direct Vent Fireplace Vent Ki...

Page 9: ...FP A 34 3 4 882 7 mm 34 3 4 882 7 mm B 39 990 6 mm 43 1092 2 mm C 19 7 8 505 mm 19 7 8 505 mm D 25 635 mm 25 635 mm E 36 914 4 mm 40 1016 mm G 26 1 2 673 1 mm 26 1 2 673 1 mm H 40 3 4 1035 1 mm 40 3 4...

Page 10: ...re 6 CLEARANCES Clearance to Combustibles Back 0 0 mm Side 0 0 mm Floor 0 0 mm Top Stand off 0 0 mm Top Framing Edge 6 152 mm Note A See Figure 5 for maximum mantle depth Note B See Figure 5 for minim...

Page 11: ...et 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...

Page 12: ...readed 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 soap solution watching for...

Page 13: ...4 mark and drill two 1 8 holes into fireplace side at appropriate depth See Figure 10A 4 Use eight 1 2 hex head screws supplied in hardware package to screw through slotted holes in nailing flange and...

Page 14: ...needed can be applied as facing to the fireplace surround Flush Mount Mantel Installation The fireplace must extend 3 4 beyond finished wall surface when using a flush mount mantel Refer to Figure 13...

Page 15: ...ed 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 Four concretemasonryblocks These sup...

Page 16: ...MINIMUM VENT CAP 6 152mm MINIMUM WALL FIRESTOP THIMBLE C A B C 6 152mm 11 1 4 286mm to 12 3 4 324mm 4 3 4 121mm to 6 1 4 159mm 9 229mm 14 1 4 362mm to 15 3 4 400mm 7 3 4 197mm to 9 1 4 235MM 12 305mm...

Page 17: ...not exceed 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 45cm This does not apply if the 45 degree elbows are...

Page 18: ...evel a snorkel kit is recommended It allows installation depth 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 E...

Page 19: ...d any extra framing All vent kit pipes should be assembled on the unit after the unit is moved into the final position Cutting the Hole After the fireplace has been positioned in its permanent locatio...

Page 20: ...31449 4 1113 Page 20 Figure 27 Figure 28 Figure 29 Example H2 3ft H3 1ft 4ft 90 90 90 6ft V1 21ft H 10ft V 21ft EXAMPLES TOP VENT RUN...

Page 21: ...from the 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 oth...

Page 22: ...e 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 32 WALL FIRESTOP HOLE IS OFF SET TOWARDS BOTT...

Page 23: ...B A Vent Size A B 6 5 8 10 10 8 10 1 2 10 1 2 Figure 33 A B NAILS 4 REQUIRED CEILING FIRESTOP Vent Size A B 6 5 8 10 10 8 10 1 2 10 1 2 Figure 34 NAILS 4 REQUIRED CEILING FIRESTOP A B Vent Size A B 6...

Page 24: ...ictly adhered to The graph showing the relationship between vertical and horizontal side wall venting will help to determine the various vent lengths allowable The horizontal vent run refers to the to...

Page 25: ...NOTICE Woodscrewscanandshouldbereplacedwithappropriate fasteners for use on stucco brick concrete or other types of siding CAUTION If exterior walls are finished with vinyl siding or materials that c...

Page 26: ...rees adjoining roof lines steep pitched roofs and other similar factors can result in poor draft or down drafting In these cases increasing the vent height may solve this problem Figure 39 When termin...

Page 27: ...ions are not substitutes for the requirements of local building codes Therefore your local building codes must be checked to determine the requirements for these steps NOTE When installing this vent s...

Page 28: ...e fireplace or flue with insulation or other materials Any horizontal run must have a 1 4 rise for every one foot of run towards the vent termination The vent above the roof must terminate vertically...

Page 29: ...25 25 Flex extension kits The extension kits include connection hardware Installation of the Vertical Flex Termination Kit WARNING Ensure that the venting system exits the structure through the roof...

Page 30: ...thimble assembly The opening must measure a minimum of 9 1 2 x 9 1 2 square See Fig ure 42 Figure 42 5 Next determine the location for the cutout in the roof opening This opening must be large enough...

Page 31: ...tem may be carried to the roof then lowered through the roof cutout opening see step 5 Feed the flex vent end down through the roof opening and firestop thimble assembly installed in steps 4 through 6...

Page 32: ...inimum be tween supports then the roof flashing can be installed See Figure 48 Figure 48 20 Install the roof flashing and seal using common constructions practices 21 An additional storm collar band i...

Page 33: ...FLUE CONNECTOR 7 DIA ADAPTER COLLAR WITH GASKET CLAMPS DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NOTE DVVK 4FV KIT MAXIMUM HEIGHT INCLUDING FIREPLACE IS 13 TO EXTEND VENT RUN AN ADDITIONAL VENT EXTENSION KIT IS NECESSARY...

Page 34: ...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 35: ...ireplace Replace this collar with the 7 diameter Flex Vent adapter collar provided with the vent kit 4 Slide the Flex Vent flue pipe into the Outer Flex Vent pipe 5 Install the Wall Firestop Thimble a...

Page 36: ...or wall a 7 178mm diameter hole needs to be cut Measure the total wall thickness to determine whether or not the extension thimble is to be used If the combustible wall depth is over 5 3 8 137mm then...

Page 37: ...et tube mounting plate onto end of rigid venting system to correct posi tion Fasten the outside mounting plate to the vinyl siding kit or wall with 10 x 1 1 2 screws Ensure upward slope 11 From inside...

Page 38: ...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 NUMBER PART NUMBE...

Page 39: ...n the fireplace manual to determine the proper height and size of the vent opening The minimum opening should be 10 wide by 12 high The minimum combustible clearance from the horizontal vent is 1 from...

Page 40: ...TINGS Model AIR SHUTTER SETTINGS BURNER ORIFICE Opening A Propane LP Orifice DVX36 FULL OPEN 1 65 MM DVX42 FULL OPEN 1 80 MM Figure 63 A REGULATOR FITTING NOTE STAMPED WITH GAS TYPE SET FOR USE Maxitr...

Page 41: ...t Number R9227 Part Number R9372 BOTTOM RIGHT CENTER LOG E BOTTOM RIGHT LOG F Part Number R9225 Part Number R9229 FRONT LEFT LOG G CENTER LOG H Part Number R9223 Part Number R9373 TOP LEFT LOG I TOP C...

Page 42: ...o prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers After handling logs wash your hands gently with soap and water to remove any traces of fiber The positioning of logs is critical to safe and clean operati...

Page 43: ...Left Log G on C Log pin End of G Log will rest on firebox bottom 11 Place Center Log H on pin on A Log with Y branches resting on D and E logs 12 Place Top Left Log I on two left pins on B Log 13 Plac...

Page 44: ...wool pieces side by side Do not stack more than one layer of embers across the burner ports See Figure 65 18 Replace glass door onto firebox 19 Secure the two glass frame spring clamps at bottom of fi...

Page 45: ...ottom Left Log D R9372 Bottom Left Center Log E R9225 Bottom Right Center Log F R9229 Bottom Right Log G R9223 Front Left Log H R9373 Center Log I R9230 Top Left Log J R9231 Top Center Log K R9232 Top...

Page 46: ...wo 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 the gas...

Page 47: ...ries 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 str...

Page 48: ...OTE OFF ON SWITCH REMOTE OFF ON THERMOPILE IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL WIRE AS SUPPLIED WITH THIS UNIT MUST BE REPLACED IT MUST BE REPLACED WITH NO 18 150 C WIRE OR ITS EQUIVALENT GAS VALVE THERMOCOUPLE RE...

Page 49: ...red setting A This appliance has 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 t...

Page 50: ...ionsfromthethermopileatthegas 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 o...

Page 51: ...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 52: ...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 53: ...niter continues to spark for several seconds 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...

Page 54: ...Be careful as you remove main burner in order to protect the electrodes from being damaged 10 Remove air shutter from orifice fitting 11 Remove natural gas main burner orifice from orifice fitting 12...

Page 55: ...s 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 outlet pre...

Page 56: ...be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier IPI ELECTRONIC SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM If any of the original wire as supplied with this unit must be replaced it must be replac...

Page 57: ...rmation 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 los...

Page 58: ...roubleshooting 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 opt...

Page 59: ...e electrical connections integrity and make sure they are in accordance with the relevant system wiring diagram If necessary replace the wire harness 2 If pilot flow adjuster screw is not sealed Check...

Page 60: ...ase and verify voltage at ignition between the EV1 terminal and the ground connection on the valve body 5 1 If the voltage is greater than 0 then Replace Valve 5 2 Or Replace DFC 6 Check the pressure...

Page 61: ...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 BROWN wires on the Control Module 3 When the remote off switch...

Page 62: ...f 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 app...

Page 63: ...31449 4 1113 Page 63 Figure 74 RF WIRING DIAGRAM NOTICE For RF Fireplace models with Premium Multi Function Remote Control Refer to the separate instructions for operation of the remote control system...

Page 64: ...bottom louver assembly 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...

Page 65: ...qualified service person Contact Empire Comfort Systems Inc for replacement parts Glass Cleaning It will be necessary to clean the glass periodically During start up condensation which is normal form...

Page 66: ...342 R9342 R9342 Accent Lamp Bezel 17 R9390 R9390 R9390 R9390 Accent Lamp Wire Harness 19 R9942 R9942 R9377 R9942 Wire Assembly 20 10088 10088 10088 N A Rheostat Bracket 21 18879 18879 18879 N A Rheost...

Page 67: ...94 23694 Air Shutter Shield 55 29382 Module Tray 57 Cord Set 58 R7615 R11034 Wire Harness 59 R8144 R11127 R11007 Control Module 60 R7616 R11128 R10419 AC Adapter 61 R11122 R10418 Battery Back up 62 R1...

Page 68: ...R9342 R9342 R9342 Accent Lamp Bezel 17 R9390 R9390 R9390 R9390 Accent Lamp Wire Harness 19 R9377 R9942 R9377 R9942 Wire Assembly 20 10088 10088 10088 N A Rheostat Bracket 21 18879 18879 18879 N A Rheo...

Page 69: ...94 Air Shutter Shield 55 29382 Module Tray 57 R7615 Cord Set 58 R8144 R11034 Wire Harness 59 R7616 R11127 R11007 Control Module 60 R11128 R10419 AC Adapter 61 R11122 R10418 Battery Back up 62 R10416 1...

Page 70: ...31449 4 1113 Page 70 PARTS VIEW Note Refer to page 45 when ordering logs...

Page 71: ...anty 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 Numbe...

Page 72: ...plug into junction box 9 Close bottom louver on fireplace 10 Installation of FBB4 variable speed blower assembly is completed Wiring The appliance when installed must be electrically grounded in acco...

Page 73: ...INSTALLED MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES OR IN THE ABSENCE OF LOCAL CODES WITH THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANSI NFPA 70 LATEST EDITION Afactory installed junction box i...

Page 74: ...an 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 When re installing ensure integrity of gasket seal THE...

Page 75: ...ame Arch with hinges Decorative Door Leaf Arch Decorative Door Mission Arch Decorative Door Plain Arch Outside Frame Kits STD Louvers 45 Degree Window Trim Decorative Frame Arch without hinges only Bl...

Page 76: ...ed coffee bricks with charcoal mortar in running bond courses plus an accent band of diagonal bricks Clearance to Combustibles Back 0 0 mm Side 0 0 mm Floor 0 0 mm Top Stand off 0 0 mm Top Framing Edg...

Page 77: ...imensions Dimension DVX36FP DVX42FP A 34 3 4 882 7mm 34 3 4 882 7 B 39 990 6mm 43 1092 2mm C 19 7 8 505mm 19 7 8 505mm D 25 635mm 25 635mm E 36 914 4mm 40 1016mm G 26 1 2 673 1mm 26 1 2 673 1mm H 40 3...

Page 78: ...wner The appliance must be installed by a qualified installer and operated in accordance with the instructions furnished with the appliance A bill of sale cancelled check or payment record should be k...

Page 79: ...31449 4 1113 Page 79 APPLIANCE SERVICE HISTORY Date Dealer Name Service Technician Name Service Performed Notes...

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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