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INTRODUCTION 

Thank you for purchasing the NorthFire-DVR36H/DVT36H Direct Vent Built-in Gas Fireplace 
Heater. 
 
The NorthFire-DV36H is one of the most advanced gas fireplace heaters on the market. It is 
designed using the latest technology and manufactured to the highest quality. 
 
Some of the many features are: 

 

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Small Size                      The NorthFire-DV36H is compact enough to fit into almost any size 

 room. 

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Heater Classification      The NorthFire-DV36H is classified as a heating appliance. Therefore, 

it can be operated continuously for zone heating. 

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High Efficiency              The NorthFire-DV36H has high efficiency, which means that it is 

less expensive to operate. 

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Adjustable Flame           The flame aesthetics and heat output can be adjusted to suit the 

 owner’s moods and heating needs. 

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Solid Construction         The NorthFire-DV36H is constructed mainly of satin coated and 

galvanized steel for long life and durability. 

 
Please read the manual carefully prior to installation and operation of the appliance. 
Proper installation, operation and maintenance of the appliance will provide you with 
many years of enjoyment. 

 

CAUTION 

 

Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from 
furniture and draperies. 
 
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperature and 
stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition. 
 
Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the 
appliance. 
 
Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the appliance. 
 
Any parts removed or opened for servicing of the appliance must be properly replaced 
prior to operating the appliance. 
 
The appliance must be inspected before use and at least annually by a qualified service 
person. More frequent cleaning maybe required due to excessive lint from carpeting, 
bedding material, etc. It is imperative that the control compartments, burners and 
circulating air passageways for the appliance be kept clean. 

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Summary of Contents for northfire dvr36h

Page 1: ...r s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach the gas supplier call the fire department PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING AND OPERATING THE APPLIANCE WARNING...

Page 2: ...tions 5 13 Operation Instructions 14 15 Maintenance 16 Trouble Shooting Instructions 17 18 Servicing 19 20 Important Information Form 21 Warranty 22 Parts and Accessories 23 Allowed Termination Locati...

Page 3: ...ty Please read the manual carefully prior to installation and operation of the appliance Proper installation operation and maintenance of the appliance will provide you with many years of enjoyment CA...

Page 4: ...orm with local code or current National Electrical code ANSI NFPA No 70 1987 in the US and in Canada the current Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22 1 HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION When installing this appl...

Page 5: ...CONTROL TOP LOUVERS GLASS DOOR APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS FRONT VIEW 36 1 4 23 1 2 37 3 4 TOP VIEW SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW 3 1 2 Except for the vent connector locations the rear vented DVR36H and top vented D...

Page 6: ...ble for venting See APPENDIX A ALLOWABLE TERMINATION LOCATIONS VENT TERMINATION 1 See ALLOWABLE TERMINATION LOCATIONS diagram page 24 to establish a suitable vent termination location 2 In heavy snowf...

Page 7: ...nt 6 FRAMING DIMENSIONS 36 1 4 16 39 1 2 28 36 1 4 56 36 1 4 31 16 If more rigidity is required A stud may be added to the back of the top nailing flange after the fireplace is installed TERMINATION F...

Page 8: ...Observe the venting chart given in this manual 5 Use a vent spacer between the inside and outside flex vents at every 3 ft intervals 6 Never slope horizontal running vents downwards 7 Maintain at leas...

Page 9: ...stallations with short vents With taller vents the efficiency and flame characteristics will change Therefore an exhaust restrictor plate is provided by the manufacturer to preserve as much of the ori...

Page 10: ...ravent locate the restrictor in the exhaust section fitting into the formed lip Restrictor Placement WARNING These restrictors are only to be installed in the vent system if the vent exceeds 7 in vert...

Page 11: ...of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa Failure to do so will damage the appliance s gas valve Such damage is not covered by the manufacturer s warran...

Page 12: ...two buckle latches below the door Release the bottom buckles first then gently swing the door away from the fireplace and lift it off the top hooks Keep the door pressed against the appliance while r...

Page 13: ...om obstructing the burner ports WARNING Do not place the lava rocks or the embers directly on the burner ports fire explosion or excessive carbon monoxide CO may result causing property damage persona...

Page 14: ...eplace and into the bottom of the gas fireplace Be sure to connect a grounding wire to the side of gas fireplace Use any screw hole on the side for this purpose Slide the thermal snap switch into the...

Page 15: ...e appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gases are heavier than air and will settle on the floor IF YOU SMELL GAS follow the instruction on the front cover of this manu...

Page 16: ...tly and turn control knob counterclockwise 4 to PILOT position depress control knob and light pilot by repeatedly pressing the sparker Venting of air may take place at the pilot prior to the flow of f...

Page 17: ...e outside the house wearing a dust mask The logs are very fragile take care not to break them After cleaning the logs must be replaced as per the instructions in this manual When replacing glass door...

Page 18: ...as valve may be defective Pilot will not remain on after being lit 1 Press the control knob all the way in 2 Hold the control knob in for a longer period of time 3 If you are trying to re light the pi...

Page 19: ...primary air by opening the primary air shutter 2 Check for proper placement of the logs and branches See that section in the instruction manual 3 Check for obstruction of the burner ports by the ember...

Page 20: ...with a screwdriver Rotate air shutter with a flat tip screw driver The primary air opening size can be easily seen with a flashlight Tighten the air shutter set screw after adjustment CAUTION Adjust...

Page 21: ...ssembly plate to the appliance Gently lift the assembly up and tilt the back up to clear the front of the valve from the opening Replacing the assembly is the reverse of the above instructions Disconn...

Page 22: ...HONE NUMBER COMPANY NAME ADDRESS PHONE NUMBER APPLIANCE MODEL NUMBER NORTHFIRE DVR36H DVT36H SERIAL NUMBER GAS TYPE NATURAL GAS LPG VALVE TYPE SIT 820 DATE PURCHASED INSTALLATION INSTALLER NAME DATE I...

Page 23: ...part or accessory OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE To obtain warranty service the consumer shall return the defective part to the original selling dealer transportation prepaid along with the serial number...

Page 24: ...0007 BURNER 836 0050 ORIFICE CAP NG 44 DMS 301 0057 ORIFICE CAP LP 55 DMS 301 0060 LOG SET 3 Piece 310 0019 5 FT VENT TERMINATION KIT TVK 2 VENT TERMINATION TK 1 4 x 5 FT ALUMINUM FLEX PIPE 312 0014 7...

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Page 26: ...___________________ Telephone ______ ______ _________ Dealer s Name Address ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ Installer s Na...

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