Empire Comfort Systems DV25IN33LN-3 Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

EMPIRE

EMPIRE

Comfort Systems

AND

OWNER’S MANUAL

DIRECT VENT

GAS FIREPLACE HEATER

MODELS

DV(25,33,35)IN33L(N,P)-3
DV(25,33,35)IN73L(N,P)-1

GAS-FIRED

UL FILE NO. MH30033

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 certied

kit is used.

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.

FIREPLACE INSERT

Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance.
Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference.

WARNING: If the information in these instructions

are not followed exactly, a re or explosion may

result causing property damage, personal injury
or loss of life.

— Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable

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

re department.

— Installation and service must be performed by a

qualied installer, service agency or the gas sup­plier.

Page 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

Important Safety Information .............................................................................................. 3

Safety Information for Users of LP Gas .............................................................................4

Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 5

Specications ..................................................................................................................... 6

Fireplace Insert Dimensions .............................................................................................. 7

Mantel and Trim Clearances .............................................................................................. 8

Gas Supply ........................................................................................................................ 9

Venting and Installation ............................................................................................... 10-12

Vertical Termination .......................................................................................................... 13

Alternate ON/OFF Switch Installation .............................................................................. 14

Surround Panel Installation .............................................................................................. 15

Blower Accessory Information ..........................................................................................16

Log Placement ................................................................................................................. 17

Operating Instructions ...................................................................................................... 18

Standing Pilot Lighting Instructions .................................................................................. 19

Standing Pilot Wiring ........................................................................................................ 20

Standing Pilot Troubleshooting ........................................................................................21

IPI Electronic System Operating Instructions ................................................................... 22

IPI Electronic System Wiring Diagram ............................................................................. 23

Intermittent Pilot Lighting Instructions .............................................................................. 24

Intermittent Control System Troubleshooting ................................................................... 25

Intermittent Control System Troubleshooting .............................................................. 26-27

Insert Maintenance and Service ...................................................................................... 28

Decorative Accessories .............................................................................................. 29 -30

Parts View ....................................................................................................................... 31

Parts List .....................................................................................................................32-33

Master Parts Distributor List ............................................................................................. 34

How To Order Repair Parts .............................................................................................. 34

Warranty ...........................................................................................................................35

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Before enclosing the vent pipe assembly, operate the appliance to ensure it is venting properly.

DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT GLASS FRONT PANEL INSTALLED

DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if

not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Addresses practices not related to personal

injury.

• Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards

of high surface temperatures and should 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 ammable material should not be

placed on or near the appliance.

• Due to high temperatures the appliance should be

located out of trafc and away from furniture and

draperies.

• Adequate accessibility clearances for servicing and
proper operation should be maintained.

• Under no circumstances should any solid fuels
(wood, coal, paper or cardboard etc.) be used in
this appliance.

• Keep the area around your appliance clear of

combustible materials, gasoline and other ammable

vapor and liquids.

• This appliance must not share or be connected

to a ue serving a separate solid-fuel burning

appliance.

• The ow of combustion and ventilation air must not

be obstructed in any way.

• The replace insert must be installed in either a
masonry or factory-built wood burning replace.
See page 7 for replace opening size requirements.

• DO keep the appliance area clear and free from

combustible material, gasoline and other ammable

vapors and liquids.

• The glass front or any part removed for servicing
the appliance must be replaced prior to operating

the appliance. Work should be done by a qualied

service person.

• Keep burner and control compartment clean.

• Vent cap is hot while replace is in operation.

• Installation and repair should be done by a
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON. The appliance
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 materials, etc. It is imperative
that control compartments, burners and circulating
air passageways of the appliance be kept clean.

• DO NOT put anything around the replace insert

that will obstruct the ow of ventilation air.

• Maintain clearances in accordance with local
installation codes and the requirements of the gas
supplier.

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• DO examine venting system periodically and replace
damaged parts.

• DO make a periodic visual check of pilot and burners.
Clean and replace damaged parts.

• CAUTION: The glass used in your replace insert
is ceramic glass. If the glass is cracked or damaged
in any way, it should be replaced only with a complete
glass frame assembly from Empire. See parts list
on Pages 32 and 33 for ordering.

• DO NOT use this replace insert if any part has been

under water. Immediately call a qualied service

technician to inspect the heater and to replace any
part of the control system and any gas control which
has been under water.

• Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing
an appliance must be replaced prior to operating
the appliance.

SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS

Propane (LP-Gas) is a ammable gas which can cause res

and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and
colorless. You may not know all the following safety precautions
which can protect both you and your family from an accident.
Read them carefully now, then review them point by point with
the members of your household. Someday when there may not
be a minute to lose, everyone’s safety will depend on knowing
exactly what to do. If, after reading the following information,
you feel you still need more information, please contact your
gas supplier.

LP-GAS WARNING ODOR

If a gas leak happens, you should be able to smell the gas

because of the odorant put in the LP-Gas.

That's your signal to go into immediate action!

• Do not operate electric switches, light matches, use your phone.
Do not do anything that could ignite the gas.

• Get everyone out of the building, vehicle, trailer, or area. Do
that IMMEDIATELY.

• Close all gas tank or cylinder supply valves.

• LP-Gas is heavier than air and may settle in low areas such
as basements. When you have reason to suspect a gas leak,
keep out of basements and other low areas. Stay out until

reghters declare them to be safe.

• Use your neighbor’s phone and call a trained LP-Gas service

person and the re department. Even though you may not

continue to smell gas, do not turn on the gas again. Do not
re-enter the building, vehicle, trailer, or area.

• Finally, let the service man and reghters check for escaped
gas. Have them air out the area before you return. Properly
trained LP-Gas service people should repair the leak, then
check and relight the gas appliance for you.

NO ODOR DETECTED - ODOR FADE

Some people cannot smell well. Some people cannot smell

the odor of the chemical put into the gas. You must nd out if

you can smell the odorant in propane. Smoking can decrease
your ability to smell. Being around an odor for a time can affect your
sensitivity or ability to detect that odor. Sometimes other odors in
the area mask the gas odor. People may not smell the gas odor or
their minds are on something else. Thinking about smelling a gas
odor can make it easier to smell.

The odorant in LP-gas is colorless, and it can fade under some
circumstances. For example, if there is an underground leak, the

movement of the gas through soil can lter the odorant. Odorants in

LP-Gas also are subject to oxidation. This fading can occur if there
is rust inside the storage tank or in iron gas pipes.

The odorant in escaped gas can adsorb or absorb onto or into
walls, masonry and other materials and fabrics in a room. That will
take some of the odorant out of the gas, reducing its odor intensity.

LP-Gas may stratify in a closed area, and the odor intensity could
vary at different levels. Since it is heavier than air, there may be
more odor at lower levels. Always be sensitive to the slightest gas
odor. If you detect any odor, treat it as a serious leak. Immediately
go into action as instructed earlier.

SOME POINTS TO REMEMBER

• Learn to recognize the odor of LP-gas. Your local LP-Gas
Dealer can give you a “Scratch and Sniff” pamphlet. Use it to

nd out what the propane odor smells like. If you suspect that

your LP-Gas has a weak or abnormal odor, call your LP-Gas
Dealer.

• If you are not qualied, do not light pilot lights, perform service,

or make adjustments to appliances on the LP-Gas system. If

you are qualied, consciously think about the odor of LP-Gas

prior to and while lighting pilot lights or performing service or
making adjustments.

• Sometimes a basement or a closed-up house has a musty
smell that can cover up the LP-Gas odor. Do not try to light
pilot lights, 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 on walls of
new cylinders and tanks, is possible. Therefore, people should
be particularly alert and careful when new tanks or cylinders
are placed in service. Odor fade can occur in new tanks, or

reinstalled old tanks, if they are lled and allowed to set too
long before relling. Cylinders and tanks which have been out

of service for a time may develop internal rust which will cause
odor fade. If such conditions are suspected to exist, a periodic
sniff test of the gas is advisable. If you have any question

about the gas odor, call your LP-gas dealer. A periodic
sniff test of the LP-gas is a good safety measure under
any condition.

• If, at any time, you do not smell the LP-Gas odorant and you
think you should, assume you have a leak. Then take the same
immediate action recommended above for the occasion when
you do detect the odorized LP-Gas.

• If you experience a complete “gas out,” (the container is under
no vapor pressure), turn the tank valve off immediately. If the
container valve is left on, the container may draw in some air

through openings such as pilot light orices. If this occurs, some

new internal rusting could occur. If the valve is left open, then
treat the container as a new tank. Always be sure your con­tainer is under vapor pressure by turning it off at the container

before it goes completely empty or having it relled before it is

completely empty.

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INTRODUCTION

Instructions to Installer

1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after
installation.

2. Installer must have owner ll out and mail warranty card supplied
with the replace.

3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate the

replace.

This direct vent gas replace heater is designed to operate with

all combustion air being siphoned from the outside of the building
and all exhaust gases expelled to the outside of the building. The
information contained in this manual pertains to all models and gas
control systems unless otherwise noted.

WARNING

This unit is not for use with solid fuels

Appliance Certication

This replace is design certied in accordance with American

National Standard/CSA Standard ANSI Z.21-88/CSA 2.33 and by
Underwriters Laboratories as a Direct Vent Gas Fireplace Heater
and shall be installed according to these instructions.

Consult your local building code agency, prior to installation, to ensure
compliance with local codes-including permits and inspections.

The replace insert, when installed, must be electrically grounded in

accordance with local codes or, in absence of local codes, with the
National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian Electric code,
CSA C22.1, if an external electrical source is utilized.

These models may be installed in a bedroom or bed-sitting room
in the U.S.A. and Canada.

Qualied Installing Agency

Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equipment
or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be

performed only by a qualied agency. The term “qualied agency”
means any individual, rm, corporation or company which either in

person or through a representative is engaged in and is responsible for
(a) the installation or replacement of gas piping or (b) the connection,
installation, repair or servicing of equipment, who is experienced in
such work, familiar with all precautions required and has complied
with all the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction.

State of Massachusetts: The installation must be made by

a licensed plumber or gas tter in the Commonwealth of

Massachusetts.

The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of
local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA

54* Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, or CSA B149.1 in
Canada. *Available from the American National Standards Institute,
Inc. 11 West 42nd St., New York, N.Y. 10036.

WARNING

ANY CHANGE TO THIS FIREPLACE OR ITS CONTROLS
CAN BE DANGEROUS.

Improper installation or use of the replace can cause
serious injury or death from re, burns, explosions, or

carbon monoxide poisoning

Any alteration of the original design, installed other than as
shown in these instructions or use with a type of gas not
shown on the rating plate is the responsibility of the person
and company making the change.
Important

All correspondence should refer to complete Model Number, Serial
Number and type of gas.

High Altitude

When installing this unit at an elevation above 2000 feet (in the
United States) it may be necessary to decrease the input rating by

changing the existing burner orice to a smaller size. Generally,

input should be reduced 4 percent for each 1000 feet above sea
level. However, if the heating value of the gas has been reduced,
this general rule may not apply. Check with local gas utility for proper

orice size identication.

Canadian High Altitude

Altitude: 0-4500 feet (0-1370 m)

When installing this unit at an elevation above 4500 feet (in Canada),
check with local authorities.

Consult your local gas utility for assistance in determining the proper

orice for location.

Preparation

This direct vent gas replace insert and its components are tested

and safe when installed in accordance with this Installation Manual.

Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment, specically

check glass condition. Do not install unit with damaged, incomplete,
or substitute parts. Read all instructions before starting installation
and follow these instructions carefully during installation to insure

maximum benet and safety. Failure to follow them will void your
warranty and may present a re hazard.

The warranty will be voided by, and the warranter disclaims any
responsibility for the following actions:

• Installation of any damaged replace insert or vent system

component.

• Modication of the replace insert or direct vent system.

• Installation other than as instructed by Empire Comfort Systems,
Inc.

• Improper positioning of the logs or glass door assembly.

• Installation and/or use of any component part not manufactured
or approved by manufacturer.

• This appliance comes standard with a 120 VAC cord assembly
to accommodate control options and the blower accessory. An
outlet box may be installed in a bottom back corner of the existing

solid fuel masonry or factory built replace to plug in the cord

assembly, or the supplied power cord may be routed out onto
the hearth to a nearby outlet.

• A 120 VAC circuit fort this product must be protected with
ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection, in compliance with the
applicable electrical codes, when it is installed in locations such
as in bathrooms or near sinks.

• Low voltage and 120 VAC voltage cannot be shared within the
same wall box.

• Once the appliance installation is completed, the installer should
check that control compartment wiring is secured in a manner
as to not interfere with door latches, valve controls, or the louver
assembly.

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SPECIFICATIONS

DV25IN(3,7)3L MODELS LP Nat

Input Btu/hr Maximum 25,000 25,000

Btu/hr Minimum 17,000 17,000

KWH (Maximum) 7.30 7.30

(Minimum) 5.00 5.00

Orice #53 (0.0596) #42 (0.0935)

Air Shutter Opening Full Open 1/8”

DV33IN(3,7)3L MODELS LP Nat

Input Btu/hr Maximum 33,000 33,000

Btu/hr Minimum 25,000 23,000

KWH (Maximum) 9.57 9.57

(Minimum) 7.30 6.67

Orice 1.65 mm #36 (0.1065)

Air Shutter Opening Full Open 5/16”

DV35IN(3,7)3L MODELS LP Nat

Input Btu/hr Maximum 35,000 35,000

Minimum 27,000 25,000

KWH (Maximum) 10.15 10.15

(Minimum) 7.83 7.30

Orice #51 (0.067) #33 (0.113)

Air Shutter Opening Full Open 3/16”

Venting

Kits

DVKI

DVVK3FV

DVK35

NOTICE: When installing vent caps, special locally made

ashings may be required to properly seal the vent system to the

existing chimney termination.

Description Contents

One piece of 35’ FlexVent (split
for 17 1/2’ vent run), Round Cap,

Vertical Vent

Kit 17 1/2’

Vertical Vent

Kit 25’

Vent

Extension Kit

Flashing, connectors, and clamps.
Recommended when installing to

an existing round replace chimney

pipe.
Two pieces of 25’ FlexVent,

Rectangle Cap, Flashing,
connectors, and clamps
Recommended when installing to a

square or rectangular clay ue.
35’ ex vent extension section with

2 connectors and 4 clamps

Surround

Kit

S253BL

S333BL

S353BL

S256BL

S336BL

S356BL

DS25661BL

DS33661BL

DS35661BL

SC256BL

SC336BL

SC356BL

Surround

Cover

C253BL Surround Bottom Cover for DV25IN for S253BL

C333BL Surround Bottom Cover for DV33IN for S333BL

C353BL Surround Bottom Cover for DV35IN for S353BL

C256BL Surround Bottom Cover for DV25IN for S256BL

C336BL Surround Bottom Cover for DV33IN for S336BL

C356BL Surround Bottom Cover for DV35IN for S356BL

Shroud Description

SH1BL

Description

Contemporary Black Surround for DV25IN,
6 x 3 inch

Contemporary Black Surround for DV33IN,
6 x 3 inch

Contemporary Black Surround for DV35IN,
6 x 3 inch

Contemporary Black Surround for DV25IN,
6 x 6 inch

Contemporary Black Surround for DV33IN,
6 x 6 inch

Contemporary Black Surround for DV35IN,
6 x 6 inch

3-sided Black Surround for DV25IN,
6 x 6 inch - Required to use any Decorative
Doors, Fronts, or Contemporary Frames

3-sided Black Surround for DV33IN,
6 x 6 inch - Required to use any Decorative
Doors, Fronts, or Contemporary Frames

3-sided Black Surround for DV33IN,
6 x 6 inch - Required to use any Decorative
Doors, Fronts, or Contemporary Frames

Traditional Cast Iron Surround for DV25IN,
6 x 6 inch

Traditional Cast Iron Surround for DV33IN,
6 x 6 inch

Traditional Cast Iron Surround for DV35IN,
6 x 6 inch

Description

Shroud, Black (For replace openings up to 48”x 36”

- Requires a surround)

Remote Control

Accessories

FRBC Millivolt Battery Remote ON/OFF

FRBTC Millivolt Battery Remote Thermostat

TRW Millivolt WIRELESS Wall Thermostat

TMV Millivolt Reed Switch Wall Thermostat

FWS-1 Millivolt Wall Switch

Description

Firescreen Description

DVFS25TBL Firescreen accessory for DV25IN series

DVFS25TBL Firescreen accessory for DV33IN series

DVFS25TBL Firescreen accessory for DV35IN series

For additional information on decorative accessories, refer to
pages 29 and 30.

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FIREPLACE INSERT DIMENSIONS

When planning a replace insert installation, it’s necessary to

determine:

• The vent system conguration to be used.

• Gas supply piping.

• Whether optional accessories - devices such as a wall switch

or remote control - are desired.

• Electrical supply requirements for blower.

• Proper opening size of replace required for installation of

the replace insert.

DV FIREPLACE INSERT DIMENSIONS

MODEL A B C D E F G H I J K L M N

DV25IN 19-3/4” 28 14-1/2” 11-1/8” 25-1/4” 12-3/4” 17” 18-5/16” 27” 6-3/4” 9” 20” 25-5/8” 40”

DV33IN 22-3/4” 31 16 14-1/8” 28-1/4” 14-1/4” 18-3/4” 21-5/16” 30” 8-1/4” 10-1/2” 21-1/2” 28-5/8” 43”

DV35IN 24-3/4” 34 16 16-1/8” 31-1/4” 14-1/4” 21-3/4” 23-5/16” 33” 8-1/4” 10-1/2” 23” 30-5/8” 46”

Figure 1

Fireplace Opening Dimensional Information/Sizing

MINIMUM FIREPLACE OPENING DIMENSIONS

MODEL

NO.

DV25IN 18-3/8” 27-1/2” 12-3/4” 17-1/4”

DV33IN 21-3/8” 30-1/2” 14-1/4” 19”

DV35IN 23-3/8” 33-1/2” 14-1/4” 22”

*NOTICE: If the replace lintel is wider than 8” (203mm), the
height of the replace opening must be increased a few inches to

allow for a gradual offset in the exhaust and/or intake vent pipes.

HEIGHT

A*

FRONT

WIDTH

B

DEPTH

C

REAR

WIDTH

D

C

D

A

B

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Figure 2

MANTEL AND TRIM CLEARANCES

Figure 3

Distance from

Face of Fireplace

A 10” N 23”

B 9-1/4” O 22”

C 8-3/4” P 21”

D 8” Q 20”

E 7-1/4” R 19”

F 6-1/2” S 18”

G 6” T 17”

H 5-1/4” U 16”

I 4-1/2” V 15”

J 3-3/4” W 14”

K 3” X 13”

L 2-1/2” Y 12”

M 1-3/4” Z 11”

Combustible Material

No greeting cards, stockings or ornamentation of any type should

be placed on or attached to the replace. The ow of heat can

ignite combustibles.

Height Above Top of Insert

Figure 4

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GAS SUPPLY

The gas pipeline can be brought in through the right or left side of
the appliance. The insert has a Flexline with shutoff valve located on
the right side when facing the unit. See Figures 5 and 6. Consult
the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 CAN/CGA-B149
(.1 or .2) installation code.

Recommended Gas Pipe Diameter

Pipe Length Schedule 40 Pipe

Inside Diameter

Nat. L.P. Nat. L.P.

0-10ft

0-3m

11-40ft

4-12m

41-100ft

13-30m

101-150ft

31-46m

NOTICE: Never use plastic pipe. Check to conrm whether your

local codes allow copper tubing or galvanized.
NOTICE: Since some municipalities have additional local codes, it
is always best to consult your local authority and installation code.

The use of the following gas connectors is recommended:

— ANS Z21.24 Appliance Connectors of Corrugated Metal Tubing

and Fittings.

— ANS Z21.45 Assembled Flexible Appliance Connectors of Other

Than All-Metal Construction
The above connectors may be used if acceptable by the authority
having jurisdiction. The state of Massachusetts requires that a

exible appliance connector cannot exceed three feet in length.

1/2"

12.7mm

1/2"

12.7mm

1/2"

12.7mm

3/4"

19mm

3/8"

9.5mm

1/2"

12.7mm

1/2"

12.7mm

1/2"

12.7mm

Tubing, Type L
Outside Diameter

1/2"

12.7mm

5/8"

15.9mm

3/4"

19mm

7/8"

22.2mm

3/8"

9.5mm

1/2"

12.7mm

1/2"

12.7mm

3/4"

1.9 mm

Installing the Main Gas Cock

Each appliance should have its own manual gas cock.
A manual main gas cock should be located in the vicinity of the unit.
Where none exists, or where its size or location is not adequate,
contact your local authorized installer for installation or relocation.
Compounds used on threaded joints of gas piping shall be resistant

to the action of liqueed petroleum gases. The gas lines must be

checked for leaks by the installer. This should be done with a soap
solution watching for bubbles on all exposed connections, and if
unexposed, a pressure test should be made.

Never use an exposed ame to check for leaks. Appliance must

be disconnected from piping at inlet of control valve and pipe
capped or plugged for pressure test. Never pressure test with
appliance connected; control valve will sustain damage!

NOTICE: The millivolt gas controls are equipped with a captured
screw type pressure test point, therefore it is not necessary to
provide a 1/8” test point up stream of the control.

When using copper or ex connector use only approved ttings.

The appliance and it’s individual shut off valve must be disconnected
from supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system
at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5kPa).
The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system
by closing its individual manual shut off valve during any pressure
testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to
or less than 1/2 psig (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 replace gas valve, it will result

in a hazardous condition.

Checking Manifold Pressures

Both Propane and Natural gas valves have a built-in pressure
regulator in the gas valve. Natural gas models will have a manifold
pressure of approximately 3.5” w.c. (.871kPa) at the valve outlet
with the inlet pressure to the valve from a minimum of 4.5” w.c.
(1.120kPa) for the purpose of input adjustment to a maximum of

14.0” w.c. (3.484kPa). Propane gas models will have a manifold
pressure approximately 10.0” w.c. (2.49kPa) at the valve outlet
with the inlet pressure to the valve from a minimum of 10.8” w.c.
(2.68kPa) for the purpose of input adjustment to a maximum of

14.0” w.c. (3.484kPa).

Figure 5

Gas Supply Pressure (inches w.c.)

Minimum Normal Maximum

Natural Gas 4.5" 7.0" 14.0"

LP (Propane) 10.8" 11.0" 14.0"

Manifold Pressure (inches w.c.)

Normal (HI)

Natural Gas 3.5"

LP (Propane) 10.0"

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Figure 6

VENTING AND INSTALLATION

1. Before beginning, remove glass door and log package from

unit. Also check to make sure there is no hidden damage to

the unit. Take a minute and plan out the gas, venting and elec-

trical route. It is best to start with the gas line rst, followed by

the chimney liner and electrical supply requirements.

2. Minimum replace opening requirements are shown in

Figure 2 of this installation manual. The rebrick (refractory),

glass doors, screen rails, screen mesh and log grates can be

removed from a factory built replace in order to gain mini-

mum gas insert opening requirements prior to installing the

gas replace insert.

3. This insert requires no hearth extensions. Combustible ma-

terial on the oor may be installed up to the insert. Do not

obstruct the lower louver of the insert. The original replace

cannot be returned to solid fuel in this condition.

4. The metal oor of the solid fuel rebox may be removed to

facilitate the installation of the insert. CLEARANCE TO COM-

BUSTIBLE MATERIAL UNDER THE INSERT IS 1/4”. YOU

MUST USE THE LEVELING LEGS TO RAISE THE INSERT

A MINIMUM OF 1/4” IF THE INSERT IS TO SIT ON COM-

BUSTIBLE MATERIAL. The side walls and top structure of the

rebox may not be altered with the exception of removable

bafes and dampers. Smoke shields, shelves and bafes may

be removed if attached with mechanical fasteners. The origi-

nal replace cannot be returned to solid fuel in this condition.

5. The original specied clearances of a factory-built re-

place must be maintained, with the exception of the hearth.

Clearances on a masonry replace must be maintained

at 12” from the opening for combustible projections over

1 1/2”. Clearances for combustible projections under

1 1/2” must be maintained at 6” from the opening per

NFPA211. Plan the surround size accordingly. A surround

must be used with the insert. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCE

CAN COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL BE PLACED BEHIND THE

SURROUND!

6. The insert surround is tested and approved with this gas in-

sert and may cover existing air circulation vents or grills on the

solid fuel replace it is installed into. If the surround does not

cover the entire ventilation grill surface, the exposed grill area

should be left open.

NOTICE: Surround panel kits have been tested and approved
to cover existing air circulation vents or grills.

NOTICE: Cutting of sheet metal parts of a replace in order to
install the replace insert is prohibited.

WARNING

Only the surround as supplied may be used to cover inte­gral grills on the solid fuel-burning replace. No other com­ponents such as shrouds, sheet metal plates, etc. may be
used to seal off vents.

7. To assure top performance, safety and efciency, inserts must
be installed with an approved ue liner as per CAN/CGA B-149

or National Fuel Code ANSI Z223 and these instructions.

NOTICE: The following statement is also provided on a sepa­rate label plate in the instruction packet. Prior to installation

of the replace insert, the installer must mechanically secure
this warning plate to the inside of the replace for future ref-

erence as required.

WARNING

The solid fuel replace has been converted for use with gas

only and cannot be used for burning wood or solid fuels un-

less all original parts have been replaced and the replace

has been reapproved by the authority having jurisdiction.

8. The solid fuel replaces’ ue damper must be fully locked in
the open position or removed for installation of the gas re-

place insert.

9. The replace and replace chimney must be cleaned and in

good working order and constructed of noncombustible mate­rials.

10. Make sure that all chimney cleanouts t properly so air cannot

leak into the chimney.

11. Install the insert without the surround panels attached and
make all gas, venting, and electrical connections.

12. To complete the installation, install surround panel assembly.
Please refer to instructions included with the surround panel
kit.

CAUTION

Ensure there are no obstructions to side air passages of
decorative trim once installed on insert.

INSTALLING THE VENT SYSTEM

Vent System Installation Precautions

Before starting installation of vent kits, the installer should read
these instructions and the Vent Kit Instructions to ensure that a
proper vent installation is completed. Consult your local Building
Codes before beginning the Installation.

WARNING

THIS GAS INSERT AND VENT ASSEMBLY MUST BE
VENTED DIRECTLY TO THE OUTSIDE AND MUST NEVER BE
ATTACHED TO A CHIMNEY SERVING A SEPARATE SOLID
FUEL BURNING APPLIANCE. EACH GAS APPLIANCE
MUST USE A SEPARATE VENT SYSTEM. COMMON VENT
SYSTEMS ARE PROHIBITED.

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VENTING AND INSTALLATION

Vent System Approvals
Figure 8 shows the vent termination caps and systems approved

for use with these models. Approved vent system terminations are

labeled for identication. 3-inch diameter listed exible aluminum

or stainless steel gas vent is used for both the incoming combustion
air and exhaust vent pipes. NO OTHER VENTING SYSTEMS OR
COMPONENTS MAY BE USED. Detailed installation instructions
are included with each vent termination kit and should be used in
conjunction with this manual.

Horizontal Venting
The vent system on this model CANNOT be terminated horizontally.

Vertical Venting

The inlet and exhaust vent pipes MUST be connected to the proper
collars on the unit AND to the termination cap or the unit will not

operate. The intake vent collar is identied by a stamped “I” on the

top collar sliding vent plate assembly.

WARNING

MAJOR U.S. BUILDING CODES SPECIFY MINIMUM
CHIMNEY AND/OR VENT HEIGHT ABOVE THE ROOF TOP.
THESE MINIMUM HEIGHTS ARE NECESSARY IN THE
INTEREST OF SAFETY. SEE FIGURES 8 THROUGH 10 FOR
MINIMUM HEIGHTS, PROVIDED THE TERMINATION CAP IS
AT LEAST 2-FEET FROM A VERTICAL WALL AND 2-FEET
BELOW A HORIZONTAL OVERHANG.

Note: This also pertains to vertical vent systems installed on the

outside of the building.

WARNING

THE EXHAUST PIPE MUST ONLY BE CONNECTED TO THE
EXHAUST STARTING COLLAR OF THE UNIT AND TO THE
EXHAUST COLLAR OF THE TERMINATION CAP.

THE INLET AIR PIPE MUST ONLY BE CONNECTED TO THE
INLET AIR STARTING COLLAR OF THE UNIT AND TO THE
INLET AIR COLLAR OF THE TERMINATION CAP. BOTH THE
INLET VENT AND THE FLUE VENT MUST BE CONNECTED
FROM THE INSERT TO THE VENT TERMINATION CAP.

NOTICE: The minimum vertical vent rise is 10 feet and the
maximum vertical vent rise is 35 feet. These dimensions are
measured from the starting collars of the unit to the end of the last
section of vent pipe. See Figure 8.
NOTICE: The damper of the masonry chimney may need to be

removed to allow installation of the exible-vent pipe.

When installing into a zero clearance, factory built wood-burning

replace, the use of the DVKI Round Vertical Termination Kit should

allow you to mount the vent adaptor and cap to the exposed round
chimney pipe easily.

Connecting the Vent Pipe

CAUTION

Sharp edges. Always use gloves when installing.

Install the 3-inch exible vent pipes down through the chimney.

Attach the pipe-to-cap adaptor to the termination cap and the top of

the exible vent pipe, then install the cap to the top of the chimney.

Remove the vent slide plate assembly from the top of the insert.
See Figure 7. Trim off excess venting then attach and secure

the bottom ends of the ex pipes to the starting collars with the

adjustable band clamps provided. Slide the gas insert into place,

and position any excess ex vent pipe back up into the chimney.
Begin installation of the insert into the replace opening. Align the

vent slide plate assembly with the guides located on top of the

insert. Work the insert inch by inch into the replace cavity as you

pull forward on the vent slide plate assembly. Do not use excessive
force on the vent slide plate. Once the vent slide plate is close to
seating, install the black button head 5/16-18 x 2 1/2” long bolt

through the center hole of the insert top ange, and into the vent

slide plate nut. Using the hex key wrench provided, tighten the bolt
until the vent slide plate is seated forward completely.

Positioning, Leveling, and Securing Insert

1. Place the insert into position.

NOTICE: The front anges of the insert (without surround panels)

should be set at approximately 1”(inch) in front of the face of the

replace.

2. Level the insert from side to side and front to back.

3. If necessary, use the leveling bolts included in the instruction
pack. Screw the legs into the nuts installed in the bottom of
the insert. Turn legs in until insert is level.
Note: If desired, it is acceptable to attach metal strapping or

brackets (not provided) from the replace cavity to the insert
outer jacket to secure the Fireplace Insert to the replace

hearth or opening.

CAUTION

TO AVOID DOWNDRAFTS AND/OR COLD AIR PROBLEMS,
IT IS RECOMMENDED TO SEAL OFF THE AREA BETWEEN
THE TERMINATION CAP AND THE TOP OF THE SOLID­FUEL CHIMNEY OPENING INTO WHICH THE VENT CAP
HAS BEEN INSTALLED.

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Figure 7