Hearth and Home Technologies QV36D User Manual

Model:

QV36D

WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION
IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IS NOT
FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE OR
EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUS­ING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PER­SONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.

- 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
qualified installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.

Installers Guide

Underwriters

Laboratories Listed

READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THIS APPLIANCE. THIS INSTALLERS
GUIDE MUST BE LEFT WITH APPLIANCE FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.

WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLA­TION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION,
SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN
CAUSE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAM­AGE. REFER TO THIS MANUAL. FOR
ASSISTANCE OR ADDITIONAL INFOR­MATION CONSULT A QUALIFIED IN­STALLER, SERVICE AGENCY, OR THE
GAS SUPPLIER.

1. This appliance may be installed in an af­termarket, permanently located, manufac­tured (mobile) home, where not prohibited
by local codes.

2. 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.

Printed in U.S.A. Copyright 2003

Quadra-Fire, a brand of Hearth & Home Technologies Inc.
1445 N. Hwy. 395, Colville, WA 99114

This product is covered by one or more of the following patents: (United States) 4,112,913; 4,408,594; 4,422,426; 4,424,792; 4,520,791; 4,793,322;
4,852,548; 4,875,464; 5,000,162; 5,016,609; 5,076,254 5,191,877; 5,218,953; 5,328,356; 5,429,495; 5,452,708; 5,542,407; 5,613,487; (Australia)
543790; 586383; (Canada) 1,123,296; 1,297,746; 2,195,264; (Mexico) 97-0457; (New Zealand) 200265; or other U.S. And foreign patents pending.

Please contact your Hearth & Home Technologies dealer
with any questions or concerns. For the number of your
nearest dealer, please call 1-800-234-2508

295-900E 4/03

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SAFETY AND WARNING INFORMATION

READ and UNDERSTAND all instructions carefully

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before starting the installation. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW these installation instructions may result

in a possible fire hazard and will void the warranty.

Prior to the first firing of the fireplace, READ the

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Using Your Fireplace section of the Owners Guide.

DO NOT USE this appliance if any part has been

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under water. Immediately CALL a qualified service
technician to inspect the unit and to replace any part
of the control system and any gas control which has
been under water.

THIS UNIT IS NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL.

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Installation and repair should be PERFORMED by a
qualified service person. The appliance and venting

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system should be INSPECTED before initial use
and at least annually by a professional service
person. More frequent cleaning may be required
due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding
material, etc. It is IMPERATIVE that the unit’s
control compartment, burners, and circulating air
passageways BE KEPT CLEAN to provide for
adequate combustion and ventilation air.

These units MUST use one of the vent systems
described in the Installing the Fireplace section of

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the Installers Guide. NO OTHER vent systems or
components MAY BE USED.

This gas fireplace and vent assembly MUST be

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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.

INSPECT the external vent cap on a regular basis to

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make sure that no debris is interfering with the air
flow.

The glass door assembly MUST be in place and

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sealed, and the trim door assembly MUST be in
place on the fireplace before the unit can be placed
into safe operation.

DO NOT OPERATE this appliance with the glass

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door removed, cracked, or broken. Replacement of
the glass door should be performed by a licensed
or qualified service person. DO NOT strike or slam
the glass door.

Always KEEP the appliance clear and free from

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combustible materials, gasoline, and other
flammable vapors and liquids.

NEVER OBSTRUCT the flow of combustion and

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ventilation air. Keep the front of the appliance
CLEAR of all obstacles and materials for servicing
and proper operations.

Due to the high temperature, the appliance should
be LOCATED out of traffic areas and away from

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furniture and draperies. Clothing or flammable
material SHOULD NOT BE PLACED on or near the
appliance.

Children and adults should be ALERTED to the

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hazards of high surface temperature 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.

The glass door assembly SHALL ONLY be

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replaced as a complete unit, as supplied by the gas
fireplace manufacturer. NO SUBSTITUTE material
may be used.

DO NOT USE abrasive cleaners on the glass door

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assembly. DO NOT ATTEMPT to clean the glass
door when it is hot.

Turn off the gas before servicing this appliance. It is
recommended that a qualified service technician

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perform an appliance check-up at the beginning of
each heating season.

Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing

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must be replaced before operating this appliance.

DO NOT place furniture or any other combustible

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household objects within 36 inches of the fireplace
front.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety and Warning Information ............................................... 2

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Service Parts List ...................................................................... 4

Section 1: Approvals and Codes .............................................. 6

Appliance Certification ................................................................. 6

Installation Codes ........................................................................ 6

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High Altitude Installations.............................................................. 6

Section 2: Getting Started ........................................................ 7

Introducing the Quadra-Fire Gas Fireplaces ................................ 7

Pre-installation Preparation.......................................................... 7

Section 3: Installing the Fireplace ........................................... 9

Step 1 Locating the Fireplace .................................................. 9

Step 2 Framing the Fireplace................................................. 10

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Step 3 Installing the Vent System........................................... 12

A. Vent System Approvals.......................................... 12

B. Installing Vent Components ................................... 19

C. Vent Termination.................................................... 23

Step 4 Positioning, Leveling, and

Securing the Fireplace................................................ 26

Step 5 The Gas Control Systems .......................................... 26

Step 6 The Gas Supply Line .................................................. 27

Step 7 Gas Pressure Requirements...................................... 27

Step 8 Wiring the Fireplace.................................................... 28

Step 9 Finishing ..................................................................... 29

Step 10 Installing Trim, Logs, and Ember Material ................... 30

Installing the Trim........................................................ 30

Shutter Settings.......................................................... 30

Positioning the Logs ................................................... 30

Placing the Ember Material ......................................... 30

Glass Specifications ................................................... 30

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Step 11 Lighting the Appliance ................................................. 31

Step 12 Before Lighting the Fireplace ...................................... 32

Step 13 Lighting the Fireplace.................................................. 32

After the Installation.................................................................... 32

Section 4: Maintaining and Servicing Your Fireplace. ........ 33

Section 5: Troubleshooting. .................................................. 34

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Limited Lifetime Warranty. ...................................................... 36

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Service Parts

QV36D

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(NG, LP) Exploded Parts Diagram
(GN, PL) Vue éclatée des pièces

Beginning Manufacturing Date: 4-02

Ending Manufacturing Date: ______

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19

1

3

15

2

4

7 Log Set Assembly

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9

6

12

16

18

14

8

13

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Part number list on following page.

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La liste des numéros de pièce se trouve à la page suivante.

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Service Parts List / Liste des pièces de rechange

QV36D

IMPORTANT: THIS IS DA TED INFORMATION. The most current information is located on your dealers VIP site. When ordering,

supply serial and model numbers to ensure correct service parts. / IMPORTANT : L'information fournie dans cette brochure n'est
valide que pendant une courte période. Les sites VIP des distributeurs disposent des renseignements les plus récents. Lors d'une
commande, veuillez fournir les numéros de série et de modèles pour un remplacement adéquat des pièces.

ITEM /
PIÈCE

ON/OFF Rocker Switch / Interrupteur à bascule marche/arrêt 060-511
Piezo Ignitor / Allumage Piézo 291-513

Tube Assembly / Module de tube 477-301A
1 Burner Orifice Top NG (#36C) / Orifice de brûleur GN (#36C) 582-836
1 Burner Orifice LP (#51C) / Orifice de brûleur LP (#51C) 582-851

2 Burner NG / Brûleur GN 362-176A
2 Burner LP / Brûleur PL 362-175A
3 Glass Door Assembly / Porte en verre GLA-6TROC
4 Log Grate / Grille de Bûche 292-360A

Replacement Refractory Kit (shipped standard) (order as set only) / Le remplacement

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le Kit Réfractaire (la norme expédiée) (ordonne comme mettre seulement)

6 Base Refractory / Base réfractaire 292-124
7 Log Set Assembly / Jeu de Bûches LOGS-295
8 Log 1 / Bûche 1 SRV364-701
9 Log 2 / Bûche 2 SRV364-706

10 Log 3 / Bûche 3 SRV364-707

11 Log 4 / Bûche 4 SRV364-702
12 Log 5 / Bûche 5 SRV364-704
13 Log 6 / Bûche 6 SRV364-705
14 Log 7 / Bûche 7 SRV278-707
15 Insulation Board / Conseil d'Isolation 385-401
16 Junction Box / Boîtier de raccordement 100-250A
17 Surround / Entourage 385-130
18 Andirons / Andirons 80784
19 Flex Ball Valve Assembly / Fléchir l'Assemblée de Soupape de Balle 302-320A

Pilot Control Knob / Piloter le Bouton de Contrôle 571-530
Flame Control Knob / Flamber le Bouton de Contrôle 571-531
Flue Restrictor / Restricteur de conduite de cheminée 385-128
Valve NG / Valve GN 060-522
Valve LP / Valve PL 060-523
Pilot Assembly NG / Module de veilleuse GN 485-510A
Pilot Assembly LP / Module de veilleuse PL 485-511A
Pilot Orifice NG / Orifice de veilleuse GN 446-505
Pilot Orifice LP / Orifice de veilleuse PL 446-517
Thermocouple / Thermocouple 446-511
Thermopile / Thermopile 060-512
Pilot Tube / Tube de veilleuse SRV485-301

ACCESSORIES / ACCESSOIRES

Hood, black / Hotte, noir SRV60-143-BK
Hood, Hammered Pewter / Hotte, Pewter martelé SRV60-143-HP
Fan Kit / Module de ventilateur GFK-160A
Conversion Kit - NG / Module de conversion NG NGK-295
Conversion Kit - LP / Module de conversion PL LPK-295
Heat Zone Kit / Kit de zone de chaleur Heat-Zone
Door Front - Town Square DF-36TS-BK
Door Front - Town Square DF-36TS-HP
Door Front - Sun Prairie DF-36SP-BK
Door Front - Sun Prairie DF-36SP-HP
Door Front - Remington Avenue DF-36RA-BK
Door Front - Remington Avenue DF-36RA-HP
Door Front - Remington Place DF-36RP-BK
Door Front - Remington Place DF-36RP-HP
Door Front - Chapel Hill DF-36CH-BK
Door Front - Chapel Hill DF-36CH-HP

COMMON PARTS / PIÈCES COMMUNES

PART NUMBER

/ N° DE PIÈCE

BRICK-295

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Approvals and
Codes

Appliance Certification

The fireplace model discussed in this Installers Guide has
been tested to certification standards and listed by the
applicable laboratories.

Certification

MODEL: QV36D
LABORATORY: Underwriters Laboratories
TYPE: Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
STANDARD: ANSI Z21.88-2000·CSA2.33-M00·UL307B

Installation Codes

The fireplace installation must conform to local codes. Before
installing the fireplace, consult the local building code
agency to ensure that you are in compliance with all
applicable codes, including permits and inspections.

In the absence of local codes, the fireplace installation must
conform to the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 (in
the United States) or the CAN/CGA-B149 Installation Codes
(in Canada). The appliance must be electrically grounded
in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local
codes with the National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70
(in the United States), or to the CSA C22.1 Canadian Electric
Code (in Canada).

High Altitude Installations

U.L. Listed gas appliances are tested and approved without
requiring changes for elevations from 0 to 2,000 feet in the
U. S. A. and in Canada.

When installing this appliance at an elevation above 2,000
feet, it may be necessary to decrease the input rating by
changing the existing burner orifice to a smaller size. Input
rate should be reduced by 4% for each 1000 feet above a
2000 foot elevation in the U.S.A. or 10% for elevations
between 2000 and 4500 feet in Canada. If the heating value
of the gas has been reduced, these rules do not apply. To
identify the proper orifice size, check with the local gas
utility.

If installing this appliance at an elevation above 4,500 feet
(in Canada), check with local authorities.

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

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Getting Started

Introducing the Quadra-Fire Gas Fireplace

Quadra-Fire direct vent gas fireplaces are designed to op­erate with all combustion air siphoned from outside of the
building and all exhaust gases expelled to the outside.

The information contained in this Installers Guide, unless
noted otherwise, applies to all models and gas control sys­tems. Gas fireplace diagrams, including the dimensions,
are shown in this section.

Pre-install Preparation

This gas fireplace and its components are tested and safe
when installed in accordance with this Installers Guide.
Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment, par­ticularly the condition of the glass. Do not install any unit

with damaged, incomplete, or substitute parts.

The vent system components and trim doors are shipped
in separate packages. The gas logs may be packaged
separately and must be field installed.

Read all of the instructions before starting the instal­lation. Follow these instructions carefully during the
installation to ensure maximum safety and benefit.
Failure to follow these instructions will void the own­er’s warranty and may present a fire hazard.

The Hearth & Home Technologies Warranty will be voided
by, and Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any
responsibility for, the following actions:

• Installation of any damaged fireplace or vent system
component.

• Modification of the fireplace or direct vent system.

• Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
Technologies.

• Improper positioning of the gas logs or the glass door.

• Installation and/or use of any component part not manu­factured and approved by Hearth & Home Technologies,
not withstanding any independent testing laboratory or
other party approval of such component part or accessory.

ANY SUCH ACTION MAY POSSIBLY CAUSE A FIRE
HAZARD.

When planning a fireplace installation, it’s necessary to
determine:

• Where the unit is to be installed.

• The vent system configuration to be used.

• Gas supply piping.

• Electrical wiring.

• Framing and finishing details.

• Whether optional accessories—devices such as a fan,

wall switch, or remote control—are desired.

If the fireplace is to be installed on carpeting or tile, or on
any combustible material other than wood flooring, the
fireplace should be installed on a metal or wood panel that
extends the full width and depth of the fireplace.

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14 1/4

TOP

STANDOFFS

[362mm]

28 1/2 [724mm]

21 1/2 [548mm]

GAS LINE

2 1/8

[55mm]

6 7/8 [174mm]

ACCESS

8 5/8 [219mm]

VENT COLLARS

38

[965mm]

41 1/8

[1044mm]

11 5/8 [297mm]

25 1/4

[642mm]

36 1/8

[916mm]

34 5/8

[879mm]

3 1/2

[90mm]

ELECTRICAL

ACCESS

12 3/4

[323mm]

8 5/8

[219mm]

VENT

COLLARS

26 7/8

[682mm]

GAS
LINE

ACCESS

CONTROLS

Figure 1. Diagram of the QV36D

GAS

RATING

PLATE AND

LABELS

HOOD

-

TRIM

DOOR

ELECTRICAL

ACCESS

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Installing the Fireplace

E

1/2“ MIN. (13mm)

D

BAC

1” MIN. (25mm)

Constructing the Fireplace Chase

A chase is a vertical box-like structure built to enclose the
gas fireplace and/or its vent system. Vertical vents that run
on the outside of a building may be, but are not required to
be, installed inside a chase.

CAUTION: TREA TMENT OF FIRESTOP SPACERS AND
CONSTRUCTION OF THE CHASE MA Y VARY WITH THE
TYPE OF BUILDING. THESE INSTRUCTIONS 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.

Factory-built fireplace chases should be constructed in the
manner of all outside walls of the home to prevent cold air
drafting problems. The chase should not break the outside
building envelope in any manner.

A B C D E

42” 22” 36” 51” 72”

Figure 2. Fireplace Dimensions, Locations,
and Space Requirements

This means that the walls, ceiling, base plate and cantilever
floor of the chase should be insulated. Vapor and air infiltra­tion barriers should be installed in the chase as per regional
codes for the rest of the home. Additionally, we recommend
that the inside surfaces be sheetrocked and taped for maxi­mum air tightness.

To further prevent drafts, the firestops should be caulked to
seal gaps. Gas line holes and other openings should be
caulked or stuffed with insulation. If the unit is being in­stalled on a cement slab, we recommend that a layer of
plywood be placed underneath to prevent conducting cold
up into the room. Be sure to include spark arrestors for
woodburning units if they are required.

THE CHASE SHOULD BE CONSTRUCTED SO THA T ALL
CLEARANCES TO THE FIREPLACE ARE MAINT AINED
AS SPECIFIED WITHIN THIS INSTALLERS GUIDE.

Step 1. Locating the Fireplace

For space and clearance requirements for locating a fire­place within a room see Figure 2.

Clearance Requirements

The top, back, and sides of the fireplace are defined by
stand-offs. The minimum clearance to a perpendicular wall
extending past the face of the fireplace is one inch (25 mm).
The back of the fireplace may be recessed 21 1/2 inches
(546 mm) into combustible construction.

NOTE: The distance from the unit to combustible con­struction is to be measured from the unit outer wrap
surface to the combustible construction, NOT from the
screw heads that secure the unit together.

Minimum Clearances

from the Fireplace to Combustible Materials

Inches mm

Glass Front ........................36 ..................... 914

Floor ....................................0........................ 0

Rear ................................... 1/2 ..................... 13

Sides ................................. 1/2 ..................... 13

Surround Sides* ..................0........................ 0

Top ....................................3 1/2.................... 89

Ceiling**..............................31 ..................... 787

* See Figure 3
**The clearance to the ceiling is measured from the top

of the unit, excluding the standoffs (see Figure 37).

Minimum Clearances

from the Vent Pipe to Combustible Materials

Inches mm

Vertical Sections...............1................. 25

Horizontal Sections

Top ......................................3................. 75

Bottom................................ 1................. 25

Sides .................................. 1................. 25

At Wall Firestops

Top ...................................2 1/2.............63.7

Bottom.............................. 1/2 ............... 13

Sides .................................. 1................. 25

For minimum clearances, see the direct vent termination
clearance diagrams on pages 24 and 25 in this manual.

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Step 2. Framing the Fireplace

1/2” CLEARANCE FROM BACK OF FIREPLACE TO COMBUSTIBLE

D

E

ABC

3

”

Fireplace framing can be built before or after the fireplace is
set in place. Framing should be positioned to accommo­date wall coverings and fireplace facing material. The dia­gram below shows framing reference dimensions.

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A. ............. 42”*

B. .........38 1/2”

C. ............... 22”

D. ............... 42”

E. .........27 7/8”

CAUTION: MEASURE FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS AND
VERIFY FRAMING METHODS AND WALL COVERING
DETAILS BEFORE FRAMING.

Noncombustible zone is defined
by 3” above the elbow for the
entire width and depth (behind
the front header) of the firebox.

WALL
STUD

3 1/2”

Shows center of
12” x 12” vent framing
holes for top and rear vent­ing. The center of the hole is one
(1) inch (25.4mm) above the center
of the horizontal vent pipe.

Figure 3. Framing Dimensions

1/2” CLEARANCE

FROM BOTH SIDES

OF FIREPLACE

TO COMBUSTIBLE

FRAMING
MEMBER

10

0” CLEARANCE

Framing should be
constructed of 2 X 4
lumber or heavier.

0” CLEARANCE TO
FRAMING MEMBER

5 3/4”

(146mm)

(222mm)

11 3/4”

(298mm)

6 5/32”

6 7/16”

(164mm)

DV-12/17D

(305-432mm)

17-24

(432-610mm)

DV17/24D

DV-12D

DV-09D

(156mm)

8 1/2”

(216mm)

7 3/8”

(187mm)

(149mm)

8 5/8”

(220mm)

DV-48D

5 7/8”

47 3/4”

(1.2m)

DV-90D

8 1/2”

(216mm)

11 15/16”

(303mm)

DV-36D

11 5/8”

(295mm)

35 3/4”

(908mm)

11 1/16”

(281mm)

6 1/2”

(165mm)

(220mm)

8 5/8”

V-45D

D

5 1/16”

(129mm)

12-17

8 3/4”

DV-06D

NOTE: PIPES OVERLAP 1-3/8 INCHES (34.93mm) AT EACH JOINT.

Figure 4.
D-Series Direct Vent Component Specifications (5-inch inner pipe / 8 5/8-inch outer pipe)

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