WARNING:If the information in these instructions is not followed 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 gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
-Ins tallation and ser v ic e m us t be per form ed by a qualified ins taller , ser v ic e agenc y or the gas
supplier.
This appliance may be installed as an OEM installation in a manufactured (mobile) home and
must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and the manufactured
home construction and safety standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 or Standard for Installation in
Mobile Homes, CAN/CSA Z240 MH.
This appliance is only for use with the type(s) of gas indicated on the rating plate. A conversion
kit is supplied with the appliance.
DVL Fireplace Owner’s Manual
Installer: After installation give this manual to the homeowner and explain operation of this fireplace.
$10.004020812Part # 93508110
Introduction1
Introduction
We welcome you as a new owner of a Travis Industries DVL gas fireplace. In purchasing a Travis DVL
fireplace you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an energy
system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics. The Travis DVL fireplace is one of
the finest home heaters the world over. This manual will explain the installation, operation, and
maintenance of this fireplace. Please familiarize yourself with the Owner's Manual before operating
your heater and save the manual for future reference. Included are helpful hints and suggestions that
will make the operation and maintenance of your new fireplace an easier and more enjoyable
experience. We offer our continual support and guidance to help you achieve the maximum benefit
and enjoyment from your heater.
Important Information
No other Travis DVL Fireplace has the same serial
number as yours. The serial number is below and to
the left of the gas control valve.
This serial number will be needed in case you require
service of any type.
Model: Travis DVL Fireplace
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
Purchased From:
Mail your Warranty Card
Today, and Save Your Bill of
Sale.
To receive full warranty coverage,
you will need to show evidence of
the date you purchased your
heater. Do not mail your Bill of
Sale to us.
We suggest that you attach your
Bill of Sale to this page so that you
will have all the information you
need in one place should the need
for service or information occur.
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2Safety Precautions
• IF YOU SMELL GAS:
* Do not light any appliance
* Extinguish any open flame
* Do not touch any electrical switch or plug or unplug anything
* Open windows and vacate building
* Call gas supplier from neighbor's house, if not reached, call fire
department
•This unit must be installed by a qualified installer to prevent the
possibility of an explosion. Your dealer will know the requirements in
your area and can inform you of those people considered qualified.
The room heater should be inspected before use and at least annually
by a qualified service person. More frequent cleaning may be
required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc.
•The instructions in this manual must be strictly adhered to. Do not use makeshift
methods or compromise in the installation. Improper installation will void the warranty
and safety listing.
THIS CONTROL
HAS BEEN
CONVERTED FOR
NATURAL GAS
THIS CONTROL
HAS BEEN
CONVERTED TO
LP
•This heater is either approved for natural gas (NG) or for
propane (LP). Burning the incorrect fuel will void the
warranty and safety listing and may cause an extreme
safety hazard. Direct questions about the type of fuel
used to your dealer. Check the label and flame adjust
knob on the gas control valve.
Ok
Gas
•Contact your local building
officials to obtain a permit
and information on any
installation restrictions or
inspection requirements in
your area. Notify your
insurance company of this
heater as well.
•It is imperative that control
compartments, screens, or
circulating air passageways
of the heater be kept clean
and free of obstructions.
These areas provide the air
necessary for safe
operation.
•Do not store or use gasoline
or other flammable liquids in
the vicinity of this heater.
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• If the flame becomes sooty,
dark orange in color, or
extremely tall, do not
operate the heater. Call
your dealer and arrange for
proper servicing.
• Do not operate the heater if
it is not operating properly in
any fashion or if you are
uncertain. Call your dealer
for a full explanation of your
heater and what to expect.
• Do not use this appliance if
any part has been under
water. Immediately call a
qualified service technician
to inspect the appliance and
to replace any part of the
control system and any gas
control which has been
under water.
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Safety Precautions3
•Do not place clothing or
other flammable items on or
near the heater. Because
this heater can be controlled
by a thermostat there is a
possibility of the heater
turning on and igniting any
items placed on or near it.
•The viewing glass should be
opened only for lighting the
pilot or conducting service.
•Any safety screen or guard
removed for servicing must
be replaced prior to
operating the heater.
•Do not operate with the
glass removed or damaged.
•Operate the heater
according to the instructions
included in this manual.
•If the main burners do not
start correctly turn the gas
off at the gas control valve
and call your dealer for
service.
• Light the heater using the
built-in piezo igniter. Do not
use matches or any other
external device to light your
heater.
• Never remove, replace,
modify or substitute any part
of the heater unless
instructions are given in this
manual. All other work must
be done by a trained
technician. Don't modify or
replace orifices.
• Allow the heater to cool
before carrying out any
maintenance or cleaning.
• The pilot flame must contact
the thermopile and
thermocouple (see the
illustration to the left). If it
does not, turn the gas
control valve to "OFF" and
call your dealer.
•This unit is not for use with
solid fuel
•Do not place anything inside
the firebox (except the
included fiber logs).
•If the fiber logs become
damaged, replace with
Travis Industries log set.
•Do not touch the hot
surfaces of the heater.
Educate all children of the
danger of a hightemperature heater. Young
children should be
supervised when they are in
the same room as the
heater.
•Instruct everyone in the
house how to shut gas off to
the appliance and at the gas
main shutoff valve. The gas
main shutoff valve is usually
next to the gas meter or
propane tank and requires a
wrench to shut off.
This
Manual
36"
• Do not throw this manual
away. This manual has
important operating and
maintenance instructions
that you will need at a later
time. Always follow the
instructions in this manual.
• Keep all furniture or other
combustible items at least
36" away from the front of
the fireplace (this includes
drapes or doors that may
swing within 36" of the front
of the fireplace).
• Travis Industries, Inc.
grants no warranty,
implied or stated, for
the installation or
maintenance of your
heater, and assumes
no responsibility of any
consequential
damage(s).
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4Table of Contents
Introduction
Introduction & Important Information................1
Approximate Heating Capacity (in square feet)*Up to 2,000Up to 2,000
BTU Input Per Hour (from high to low)19,000 – 40,00019,000 – 40,000
BTU Output on High (with blowers on)28,80029,200
Efficiency** (with blowers on)Up to 82%Up to 82%
AFUE (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency)68%68%
*Heating capacity will vary with floor plan, insulation, use of Power Heat Duct, and outside temperature.
** Efficiency rating is a product thermal efficiency rating determined under continuous operation independent of
installed system.
Dimensions:
Top Vent Configuration
When installed as a top
vent the vent has an
external diameter of 8"
25-1/4"
1-3/8"
Weight: 250 Lbs.
7-1/8"
The electrical connection is
made in the lower right rear
corner.
6-1/2"
Rear Vent Configuration
When installed as a rear
vent the vent has an
external diameter of 10"
1" Stand-offs
Nail Down
Plate (used
to secure
the fireplace
to the floor)
40-1/8"
Gas Inlet
(both sides)
2-5/8"
20-1/4"*
* Includes the 1" stand-offs
6-5/8"
8-1/4"
16-3/8"
25-1/8"
1"
32-7/8"
43-7/8"*
WARNING:
A 1" clearance from the fireplace enclosure is
required along the sides and back of the fireplace.
2-5/8"
22-3/4"
1"
Back of Fireplace
34-1/4"
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Installation Warnings:
!Failure to follow all of the requirements may result in property damage, bodily
injury, or even death.
!This heater must be installed by a qualified installer who has gone through a
training program for the installation of direct vent gas appliances.
!This appliance must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any; if not, in
U.S.A. follow ANSI Z223.1 and NFPA 54(88), in Canada follow B-149.
!In Manufactured or Mobile Homes must conform with: In USA, Manufactured Home
Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280; In Canada, CSA Z240.4
and Gas-Equipped Recreational Vehicles and Mobile Housing. This appliance may
be installed in Manufactured Housing only after the home is site located.
!This fireplace is designed to operate on natural gas or propane (LP).
!All exhaust gases must be vented outside the structure of the living-area.
Combustion air is drawn from outside the living-area structure.
!Notify your insurance company before hooking up this fireplace.
!The requirements listed below are divided into sections. All requirements must be
met simultaneously. The order of installation is not rigid – the qualified installer
should follow the procedure best suited for the installation.
Packing List
•Propane Conversion Kit
•Log Set (Log Set, Coals, & Embers)
•Top Vent Starter Section
•Flex Tube with Pipe Adapter
•Glass Latch Tool (to un-latch glass frame)
•Top Vent Firestop (vertical or horizontal)
Installation Overview
Top Vent
Configuration
6" Min.
Drywall
Non-combustible facing
(see the section "Facing
Requirements")
See the section
"Mantel Requirements"
See the section
"Hearth Requirements"
See the section "Fireplace
Placement Requirements"
See the section
"Vent Requirements"
Nail
Down
Plate
See the section
"Gas Line Installation"
Additional Items Required
•Faceplate - Includes attachment screws
•Vent (see “Venting Requirements” for details)
•Gas Line Equipment (shutoff valve, pipe, etc.)
•Electrical Hook-Up Equipment
See the section "Horizontal
Termination Requirements"
See the section
"Acceptable Vent
Lengths"
Insulation must not fill
the 1" clearance
around the back and
sides of the fireplace.
See the section
"Electrical Connection"
This grommet and hole is for
thermostat wire (on both sides)
See the section "Minimum
Framing Dimensions"
Rear Vent
Configuration
See the section "Rear
Vent Configuration"
10" Diameter Vent
(available from
Travis Industries)
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AA
AAAA
A
Fireplace Placement Requirements
Minimum Framing Dimensions
The 1” stand-offs along the sides and rear, the 1” clearance requirement around the sides and back,
and the 7-1/4” stand-offs on the top of the fireplace separate the fireplace from combustible materials
(e.g.: combustible framing members, plywood, sheetrock, paper-backed insulation). The stand-offs
may contact the framing members but no material may be placed between the stand-offs or into the
required 1” clearance to the sides and back.
This heater may be placed in a bedroom. Please be aware of the large amount of heat this appliance
produces when determining a location.
Top Vent Configuration
84-1/2" Min.
The fireplace enclosure
must not be less than
84-1/2" above the base
of the fireplace.
Rear Vent Configuration
46-3/4" Min.
46-3/4"
20-1/2"
44-1/4"
NOTE: if venting directly to the rear, make sure
there is a min. 12" space centered behind the
fireplace. The firestop included with this fireplace
requires a 14" tall by 12" wide opening.
3" Clearance Min. Above Vent
2" Clearance Min. to
the Sides of Vent
1" Clearance Min.
Below Vent
The center of the vent is a minimum 70-1/2"
above the base of the fireplace (includes 24"
min. rise before elbow - see the section
"Horizontal Termination Requirements")
NOTE: if venting directly to the rear,
make sure there is a min. 13" space
centered behind the fireplace.
3" Clearance Min. Above Vent
1-1/2" Clearance Min.
The fireplace enclosure
may be framed over
the top stand-offs
(applies to the Rear
Vent Configuration
only).
46-3/4"
20-1/2"
44-1/4"
to the Sides of Vent
and Below Vent
The center of the vent is 341/4" above the base of the
fireplace (see the "Rear Vent
Configuration")
•Fireplace must be installed on a level surface capable of supporting the fireplace and vent
•Fireplace must be placed directly on wood or non-combustible surface (not on linoleum or carpet)
•Due to the high temperature of the fireplace, it should be located out of traffic and away from furniture
and draperies.
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Clearances
•When installed, walls in front of the fireplace must be a minimum 6" to the side of the faceplate.
•Fireplace must be placed so that no combustibles are within, or can swing within 36" of the front of
the fireplace (e.g. drapes, doors)
•Fireplace must be placed so the vents below and above the glass do not become blocked
Corner Installations
A typical 45° installation uses the minimum framing dimensions shown in the illustration below.
14-3/4"
47-5/8"
Top Vent ConfigurationRear Vent Configuration
13-3/4"
19-3/8"
Min. 1" Clearance to
Fireplace Enclosure
1" Standoffs
NOTE:
the fireplace may require a
larger enclosure to allow for
the vent to pass through the
framing.
10" Diameter Pipe
(7" Length)
Termination
Thimble
(opening is 14-1/2"
high x 13" wide)
1-1/2" (min. clearance)
DVL Fireplace
45° Elbow
MinimumClearances from
Pipe To Combustibles:
• 1-1/2" to the Sides & Below
• 3" Above
Raised Fireplaces
•The fireplace (and hearth, if desired) may be placed on a platform designed to support the fireplace
(approximately 300 Lbs.) and vent.
•The fireplace may not be raised so as to place the ceiling within 24” of the top of the faceplate.
Raised fireplace
Raised fireplace with
raised hearth.
7"
50-1/2"
Raised
Platform
Raised Hearth
Hearth
Raised
Platform
Nail the nail down plates to the floor
(or raised platform)
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Installation (for qualified installers only)9
Hearth Requirements
6-1/4"
Min. 3/4”
Max. 15/16”
12” Min.
Cement Board
Floor Mounted
Fireplaces
Do not build the hearth
above this ledge.
Tile, Marble, Brick, or other
Non-Combustible
Min. Hearth Width
Discovery, Rosario
Heritage Bay
Salish Bay
Cambridge
FPX Arched or Rect.
Width
35-3/4”
35-3/8”
33-1/2”
36-1/4”
34-3/4”
Decorative Trim
(may be combustible)
6-1/4"
Raised
Fireplaces
Fireplace Stand
When raised a minimum of
3” off of the floor surface,
no hearth is required.
Make sure to accomodate the floor covering (carpet, linoleum,
flooring, etc.) when determining the height of the fireplace stand (i.e.
the thicker the carpet, the taller the fireplace stand).
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10Installation (for qualified installers only)
Facing Requirements
NOTE: The combustible area above the facing must not protrude more than 3/4" from the facing. If it
does, it is considered a mantel and must meet the mantel requirements listed in this manual.
The fireplace requires a concrete
board (or other non-combustible)
extending from the header to the
floor and to the framing members on
both sides. Do not use sheetrock,
plywood or other combustible
material.
Facing Requirements:
Mantel
Depth
Minimum Facing
Above Faceplate
Header
8”
10”
12”
18"”
18-1/2”
19”
Bottom of
Faceplate
Base of
Fireplace
1"
Facing Over 1"
Thick
•If the facing material
is over 1" thick (e.g.
brick, river rock),
install the facing
around the perimeter
of the face. You may
wish to make a facing
support (see the
illustration to the
right). If using an
arch face, you may
wish to order the
optional set-up face:
Arch Face
Face Size
Discovery, Rosario
Heritage Bay
Salish Bay
Cambridge
FPX Arched or Rect.
Face Sizing
Discovery, Rosario
Heritage Bay
Salish Bay
Cambridge
FPX Arched or Rect.
Rectangular Face
Width
35-3/4”
35-3/8”
33-1/2”
36-1/4”
34-3/4”
The brick facing must meet the same requirements
listed in “Facing Requirements” above.
Width
35-3/4”
35-3/8”
33-1/2”
36-1/4”
34-3/4”
Height
26"
25-5/8"
26-3/8"
25-7/8"
26-1/2"
Height
26"
25-5/8"
26-3/8"
25-7/8"
26-1/2"
Center
Line
Non-combustible Facing
6" Min.
(both sides)
Rectangular Faces
Arch Set-Up Face
Part # 98500694
NOTE: Artisan faces
vary in size. Use the
face being installed to
Arch Faces
Use the optional Arch
Set-Up Face available
1”
from Travis
Industries.
Make a facing support using
2x4’s. It should be 1/8” larger
than the finished face. NOTE:
The bottom of the face is 1”
above the base of the fireplace.
create a template.
Note: if using a brick hearth, the fireplace will need to be raised to accommodate the 1” gap betwen the
face and the base of the fireplace. For 2-1/2” thick brick this works out to approximately 1-1/2”.
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Facing Detail
Detail of
Faceplate
NOTE: The approximate overlap along the top of the face is:
Discovery, Rosario
Heritage Bay
Salish Bay
Cambridge
FPX Arched or Rect.
5/8"
1/4"
1"
1/2"
1-1/8"
Face
Glass
Access Door
Do not tuck tile underneath the faceplate on the
bottom (there will be a 1/8" air space below the
access door). You may do this on the sides and
top, but not on the bottom.
Air Space
Discovery, Rosario
Heritage Bay
Salish Bay
Cambridge
FPX Arched or Rect.
1/8"
1-3/8"
1-1/4"
1/4"
1-5/8"
7/8"
1"
1"
•To achieve a facing that is flush with the drywall to the side of the fireplace, recess the framing directly
next to the fireplace. See the illustration below.
TOP
VIEW
1"
Faceplate
Fireplace
3/8" Tile
This 2x4 is recessed 3/8"
to make a flush facing
1/2" Drywall
1/2" Concrete Board
1"
Fireplace
3/8" Tile
1/2" Concrete Board
1/2" Drywall
The tile overlaps the drywall
for an overlap facingFaceplate
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Face Dimensions
Lopi Discovery DVL
26”
Avalon Rosario DVL
35-3/4”
Lopi Heritage
Bay
35-3/8”
25-3/4”
5-3/8”
Avalon Salish Bay
33-1/2”
Avalon
Craftsman
27-1/2”
16-1/2”
36”
* The decorative braces protrude 1/4”
Avalon Cambridge DVL
37-5/8”
2-3/8”
2-1/4”
27-1/2”
26”
FPX Arched
FPX Artisan
NOTE: Artisan faces
vary in size.
3-1/2"
26-1/2”
35-3/4”
Radius = 45”
34-3/4”
Access
Door
26-1/2”
5-3/8”
FPX 34
Rectangular
Bevel
26-1/2”
34-3/4”
Access
Door
25-7/8”
2”
27-7/8”
FPX 34
Architectural
Faces
33-5/8”
36-3/4”
Access
Door
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Modifying the Face Angle for Rectangular Faces
If using a rectangular face (faces other than the Craftsman or FPX Arched), adjust the face
angles at the top corners of the glass (see the illustration below).
Remove these four
a
screws from the face
angle.
Front of
Fireplace
Glass
Straighten the face angle.
c
Phillips
Screwdriver
Bend the face angle up and replace
b
the two screws on the upper section.
Re-bend the face angle at the
d
inward location and re-attach the
lower portion with one screw.
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Facing and Hearth Examples
Side View
Face
Fireplace
SUGGESTION:
If using a hearth, make your platform height a
dimension that will accommodate the size tiles
you are using and the 1" between the base of
the fireplace and the bottom of the face.
3/8" Thick
1/2" Cement
Board
Wood Sub
Floor
Tile
1"
2x4 and Plywood Platform
Base of Fireplace
Three-Dimensional View
Access Door
NOTE:
When fully installed, there will be a 1/2"
air space below the access door on the
face. Do not block this space (it is
required for access door opening and
air flow).
Note how the tile facing fits behind
the face on the side and top and
butts up to the face on the bottom.
Face
Side of
Fireplace
1/2" Cement Board
& 3/8" Tile
(tucked behind the
face)
When hearth installation is
correctly completed, there will
be a 1/2" air space below the
access door on the face. Do
not block this air space (it is
required for access door
opening and proper air flow).
Access
Door
1/2" Cement
Board
3/8" Tile
Side of
Fireplace
Base of
Fireplace
Note how the
tile facing fits
behind the
face on the
side and top.
Wood Sub Floor
WARNING:
Do not install cement board underneath the fireplace. To do so
would leave a large gap underneath the finish faceplate sides.
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