FMI (V)DVF36TCL(-HA) Owner'S Operation And Installation Manual Download

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WARNING: If the information in this manual is not fol-

lowed exactly, a fire or explosion may result 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 quali

fied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance

CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

DIRECT-VENT CORNER UNIT FIREPLACE

OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

NATURAL GAS MODELS

(V)DVF36TCR(E) AND (V)DVF36TCL(E)

(V)DVF36TCR(-HA) AND (V)DVF36TCL(-HA)

PROPANE/LP GAS MODELS

(V)DVF36TCRP(E) AND (V)DVF36TCLP(E)

Right Side Corner

Model Shown

PFS

Summary of Contents for (V)DVF36TCL(-HA)

Page 1: ... phone in your building Immediatelycallyourgassupplierfromaneighbor 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 quali fied installer service agency or the gas supplier INSTALLER Leave this manual with the appliance CONSUMER Retain this manual for future reference DIRECT VENT CORNER UNI...

Page 2: ...arket permanently located manufactured mobile home where not prohib ited 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 Aftermarket Completion of sale not for purpose of resale from the manufacturer This Direct Vent Gas Fire place Fireplace series is intended ...

Page 3: ...kit is used DANGER Carbonmonoxide poisoning may lead to death Before beginning the installation of the fireplace read these instructions through completely This FMI PRODUCTS LLC fireplace and its components are safe when installed according to this installation manual Unless you use FMI PRODUCTS LLC components which have been designed and tested for the fireplace system you may cause a fire hazard...

Page 4: ...low surface to cool before touching SAFETY INFORMATION Continued Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room with fireplace Keep the area around your fireplace clear of combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapor or liquids Do not run fireplace where these are used or stored 1 For propane LP fireplace do not place pro pane LP supply tank s inside any structure Locate ...

Page 5: ... Operating Guidelines and Maintenance Instructions page 26 DIMENSIONS FRONT VIEW 30 Opening 25 19 7 8 Opening RIGHT SIDE 1 7 8 22 5 8 41 1 8 32 Opening 1 7 8 39 3 4 26 3 8 3 1 3 1 2 22 5 8 34 3 4 3 BACK VIEW TOP VIEW Left Side Right Side Front Back 24 10 1 2 1 1 2 ø 1 1 2 ø 10 1 2 1115 16 Figure 1 Dimensions for Left Right Side Corner Unit 7 Do not use any solid fuels wood coal paper cardboard etc...

Page 6: ...urniture or draperies Never obstruct the front opening of the appli ance or flow of combustion and ventilation air Keep control compartments accessible Do not locate close to where gasoline or other flammable liquids may be stored The appliance must be kept clear and free from combustible materials CLEARANCES Minimum clearances to combustibles for the fire place are as follows Back and Sides of Su...

Page 7: ...e holes on each side of the bottom of the unit where PRE INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued 0 36 2 Wall In Front Of Glass 36 Min Perpendicular Wall 2 Min From Opening Right Side Surround 0 Min Left Side Surround 0 Min TOP VIEW Figure 4 Minimum Clearances screws can be used to secure the unit to the floor The gas supply line may be connected through the side framing or alternately through the lower...

Page 8: ...ly hori zontal venting with no vertical run a 1 4 rise for every 12 of run toward the termination is required There must not be any obstruction such as bushes garden sheds fences decks or util ity buildings within 24 from the front of the termination cap Do not locate termination cap where excessive snow or ice build up may occur Be sure to clear vent termination area after snow falls to prevent a...

Page 9: ...in US if greater than 50 000 36 91 cm in Canada if greater than 100 000 K clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet In Canada 6 ft 1 83m minimum In US 3 ft 91 cm above if within 10 ft 3 m horizontally L clearance above paved side walk or a paved driveway located on public property 84 213 3 cm minimum M clearance under veranda porch deck 12 30 5 cm minimum N clearance above a roof shall extend a m...

Page 10: ...ectly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance or equipment The sign shall read in print size no less than 1 2 in size GAS VENT DIRECTLY BELOW KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS INSPECTION The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment shall not approve the installation unless upon inspection the inspect...

Page 11: ...ed by FMI PRODUCTS LLC Installation other than as instructed by these instructions WARNING This gas fireplace andventassemblymustbevented directlytotheoutside Theventing system must NEVER be attached to a chimney serving a separate solidfuelburningappliance Each direct vent gas appliance must useaseparateventsystem Donot use common vent systems INSTALLATION PLANNING There are two basic types of di...

Page 12: ...ll the vent system by following the installa tion instructions INSTALLATION FOR HORIZONTAL TERMINATION 1 Determine the route your horizontal venting will take Note The location of the horizontal vent termination on the exterior wall must meet all local and national building codes and must not be blocked or obstructed WARNING Do not recess vent terminal into a wall or sid ing This is a fire hazard ...

Page 13: ... The center of the hole should line up with the center line of the rigid vent pipe Cut a 10 3 4 x 10 3 4 square hole through combustible exterior wall 8 1 2 diameter hole if noncombustible Frame as necessary 4 Noncombustible Exterior Wall Apply a bead of non hardening mastic around the outside edge of theventcap Position theventcap in the center of the hole on the exterior wall with the arrow on t...

Page 14: ...nnections must be sealed with high temperature silicone sealant as specified in the second warning statement on page 11 All horizontal terminations require 1 4 rise per 12 of horizontal run You must add 1 4 of vertical height V in the following tables for each foot of horizontal run H Figure 19 Horizontal Termination Configuration for Rigid Venting Using One 90 Elbow Horizontal Venting Vertical V ...

Page 15: ...is point X 12 Roof Pitch is x 12 Listed Clearance 8 Minimum Listed Vent Cap Lowest Discharge Opening Listed Gas Vent H Min Height from Roof Figure 22 Vertical Vent Termination Clearance ROOF PITCH H Min Flat to 6 12 1 0 6 12 to 7 12 1 25 Over 7 12 to 8 12 1 5 Over 8 12 to 9 12 2 0 Over 9 12 to 10 12 2 5 Over 10 12 to 11 12 3 25 Over 11 12 to 12 12 4 0 Over 12 12 to 14 12 5 0 Over 14 12 to 16 12 6 ...

Page 16: ...y solve this problem 7 Apply a bead of sealer to the upper edge of flashing collar Slide storm collar over pipe and down to top edge of flashing Apply a second bead of silicone or roof sealer around remain ing seam of storm collar Twist lock vent cap onto last section of vent pipe and seal with high temperature silicone sealant as specified in the second warning statement on page 11 Finish sealing...

Page 17: ...hrough 7 for Flat Ceiling Installation page 15 Vertical Termination Configurations Figures 26 through 29 show four different configu rations for vertical termination These minimum vertical rises are based on horizontal runs with a minimum of 1 4 upwards pitch per foot and do not reflect constraints on a vertical system with 45 or greater offset Any offset pitch of 45 or less must be considered hor...

Page 18: ...ve 2 000 feet it is recommended that a 12 extension pipe be added before starter elbow see Figure 30 PARTSLISTFORFMIPRODUCTS LLC VENTING KITS AND COMPONENTS FMI PRODUCTS LLC 5 8 Pipe Vent Kits Number Description VKR 58 Roof Vent Kit Galvanized Includes 45 Elbow 7 12 Adjustable Pipe Flue Restrictor Vertical High Wind Termination 2 Pipe 4 Pipe Wall Firestop Storm Collar Roof Flashing 0 12 6 12 26 Sc...

Page 19: ...e of normal household electricity see Figure 32 Both versions are supplied with a wall switch kit for ready connection and mounting WARNING Do not wire re mote wall switch to main power supply Standard 120V house hold current V1 SW SI TS IND V2 L1 D N G P Figure 31 Wall Switch Wiring Diagram Electronic Units Route 24V Supplied Through Electrical Conduit Bushing Electrode Transformer Plug 120V AC T...

Page 20: ...rol knob clockwise just until it clicks on which is the full on position Adjust the fan speed to the lowest setting this should be no more than 1 4 of a turn clockwise Figure 34 Connecting Blower Accessory to Power Supply For Optional Fan Kit From Blower Assembly INSTALLING OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROL MRC SERIES Note If using an optional wireless hand held remote control the wall sw...

Page 21: ...ee Figure 37 O F F P I L O T ON L O HI P ILOT E A 16AI 7 TPTH TP TH Gas Valve To Thermopile Extension Cord Outlet Box White Red Figure 36 Installing Remote Receiver SKYTECH Model Optional Fan Kit Plug Receiver Pull to Remove Insulation Tab Battery Cover 12 Volt Battery Figure 37 Installing Battery in Hand Held Remote Control Unit SKYTECH GAS LINE HOOK UP WARNING Before you pro ceed makesureyourgas...

Page 22: ... Wall Of Appliance Incoming 1 2 Gas Line Permitted by Local Codes Figure 39 Sediment Trap Sediment Trap Not Supplied WARNING All gas piping andconnectionsmustbetested for leaks after the installation is completed After ensuring that the gas valve is open ap ply a soap and water solution to all connections and joints If bubblesappear leakscanbede tectedandcorrected Do not use an open flame for leak...

Page 23: ...ds is free Remove screen from fireplace 3 To open glass door undo latches located on the top and bottom of firebox see Figure 42 Note Use caution when opening these latches Carefully open door by swinging it to the left The glass door is mounted to the firebox with 5 screws 4 Figure 43 shows the log set Logs A have a knot at the end of the log Logs B have a knot at the middle of the log Twigs C ha...

Page 24: ...ont D C C D E Figure 47 Installing Twigs C D E Top View DECORATIVE FACING Any noncombustible material may be used for facing glass tile brick etc as long as proper clearances are observed see Clearances page 6 IMPORTANT Louvered openings must not be obstructed and upper and lower panels must remain removable for servicing Use only heat resistant noncombustible mortar or adhesive when securing faci...

Page 25: ...hort Sharp Blowing Flame Long Blue Flame with Yellow Tips Long Uneven Yellow Flame Firebox Bottom Adjustment Screw Orifice BURNER REMOVAL CAUTION Before proceed ing to open glass door or handle logs make sure the entire unit is cool 1 Remove top and bottom louvers and screen as sembly Undo 4 latches and open glass door 2 Carefully remove log set intact and set aside see Figure 52 3 Remove 2 screws...

Page 26: ... screen or guardremovedforservicingthe appliancemustbereplacedprior to operating the appliance WARNING Make certain wires and gas lines are not touching the underside of the firebox BURNER FLAME ADJUSTMENT Continued WARNING Make certain that wires and gas lines are not touching underside of firebox WARNING Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface tem peratures and to st...

Page 27: ... injury or loss of life 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 to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavierthan 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 electric switch do...

Page 28: ...ol access panel 4 Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to OFF Do not force 5 Replace control access panel ELECTRONIC FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING If you do not fol low these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage per sonal injury or loss of life A This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot fo...

Page 29: ... 23 300 Btu Hr Fuel Natural Gas Manifold Pressure 3 5 W C Minimum Supply Pressure 4 5 W C Maximum Supply Pressure 10 5 W C Orifice Size 0 4500 ft 34 DMS TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1 Turn off all electrical power to appliance if service is to be performed 2 Remove control access panel or louver 3 Close gas valve Models V DVF36TCRP and V DVF36TCLP Input Rating 31 500 20 000 Btu Hr Fuel Propane LP ...

Page 30: ...Have a qualified technician replace pilot line 7 Replace control valve 8 Tighten thermocouple or re place 1 Checkwiringconnection Refer to Wiring Diagrams page 32 1 Check electrical connections 2 Re check problem Pilot Will Not Stay Lit 1 Clean and adjust pilot flame for maximum flame impingement on thermopile 1 Replace thermopile POSSIBLE CAUSE 1 No gas supply or shutoff valve is OFF 2 Air in gas...

Page 31: ...on is pressed there is no spark at pilot TROUBLESHOOTING Continued REMEDY 1 LP only Check fuel supply and contact local propane LP supplier if low LP and Natural Check for kinked or bent hoses Consult pipe fitter or plumber 2 Repeat lighting procedure several times to purge air from lines If unit will still not light contact a qualified service and repair technician 3 Remove debris and dirt in spe...

Page 32: ...ow 2 Igniter is misaligned causing safety burner to drop out 3 Vent may be blocked or restricted PROBLEM Burner will not stay lit No gas to main burner when wall switch and valve are set to ON position Frequent main burner outage WIRING DIAGRAMS GND J BOX RECEPTACLE GRN BLK WHT BREAKER GRN NOT SUPPLIED INCOMING 120V AC FUSE BOX FIELD WIRE WHT BLK OR CONNECTORS Variable Speed Control Blower Electri...

Page 33: ...nal replacement part s call FMI PRODUCTS LLC s Technical Service Department at 1 866 328 4537 for referral information When calling have ready your name your address model and serial numbers of your fireplace how fireplace was malfunctioning type of gas used propane LP or natural gas purchase date Usually we will ask you to return the part to the factory MANUAL GAS CONTROL VALVE Natural 14389 Prop...

Page 34: ...Increases air circulation to maxi mize heat distribution LOUVER KIT Black 01627 END LOUVER KIT Black 01645 PIEZO IGNITOR 097159 04 GRATE 11184 PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Continued BURNER ASSEMBLY 27243 END GLASS ASSEMBLY 26624 SCREEN ASSEMBLY 25903 SIDE DOOR ASSEMBLY 27200 ...

Page 35: ...ESSORIES Continued LOG SET 27237 Log Piece A 27238 Log Piece B 27239 Log Piece C 27242 Log Piece D 27240 Log Piece E 27241 A A B B C C D D E WALL SWITCH KIT GWMS2 Wall switch cover plate and millivolt wires are supplied with the appliance If wires need replac ing use proper gauge Millivolt Wires Wall Switch and Cover Plate RECEIVER AND HAND HELD ON OFF SKYTECH REMOTE CONTROL KIT WRC For electronic...

Page 36: ...ho will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty Travel handling transportation diagnostic material labor and incidental costs associated with warranty repairs unless expressly covered by this warranty are not reimbursable under this warranty and are the responsibility of the owner All warranty will be voided if this product i...

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