FMI DVF36NH-HA Indoor Fireplace User Manual
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1. AX CAUTION Do not vacuum if pieces are hot Use only glass door replacement intended for this fireplace see Replacement Parts page 36 for detail on ordering No substitutions may be made See Removing Replacing Glass Door page 19 for instructions for re placing glass doors 125078 01B Ay WARNING Do not operate fireplace with glass door un latched removed cracked or broken PILOT AND BURNERS e Remove material before cleaning burners and replace when cleaning is complete gt Burner and controls should be cleaned with compressed air to remove dust dirt or lint gt Use a vacuum cleaner or small soft bristled brush to remove excess dust dirt or lint LOGS e Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any carbon buildup on logs e Replace material periodically as needed See Replacement Parts page 36 VENTING SYSTEM Conduct annual inspection of the venting system following these guidelines 1 Check areas of venting system that are exposed to the weather for corrosion rust spots or streaks and in extreme cases holes Have these items replaced im mediately by a qualified service person 2 Remove the vent cap and shine a flash light into the vent Remove any foreign material 3 Check for evidence of excessive con densation Continuous condensation can cause corrosion of caps pipes and fittings and can be caused by having excessive lateral runs too many elbows or exterior portions2. Ember Flakes Figure 27 Installing Ember Flakes Scrap Log Pieces Figure 28 Installing Scrap Log Pieces REMOVING LOGSET BURNER MODULE Connecting and Disconnecting Gas Line Ay WARNING A qualified ser vice person must connect and disconnect fireplace with gas supply Follow all local codes 1s 2 Using a 5 16 hex socket wrench or nut driver connect or disconnect flexible gas line and control valve see Figure 29 page 21 After connecting gas line to control valve always test for leaks 125078 01B FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued AX WARNING Never use an open flame to check for a leak Apply noncorrosive leak de tection fluid to joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct leaks at once A CAUTION The gas supply shall be shut off prior to discon necting the electrical power if any before proceeding with this installation AX CAUTION Use gloves when removing the log set burner module from your firebox Some metal edges may be sharp Use caution with log sets as logs are fragile 1 Remove glass door see page 19 2 Remove grate and all floor media see page 20 3 Carefully lift and remove 3 hearth refrac tories from fireplace 4 Remove 3 spacers from firebox bottom see Figure 30 5 For 36 models only remove 3 loose logs from log set see Figure 25 page 20 6 Remove 9 screws from front and sides of firebox burner base Lift entire ba
3. 1 2 NPT Incoming Note Gas Line 1 Wire connections not shown for clarity 2 1 8 NPT Plugged Tapping 125078 01B www fmiproducts com 17 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS WARNING Testall gas piping and connections internal and external to unit for leaks after installing or servicing Correct all leaks at once AX WARNING Never use an open flame to check for a leak Apply noncorrosive leak detec tion fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once PRESSURE TESTING GAS SUPPLY PIPING SYSTEM Test Pressures In Excess Of 1 2 PSIG 3 5 1 kPa Disconnect fireplace and its individual equipment shutoff valve from gas supply piping system Pressures in excess of 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa will damage fireplace gas regulator Cap off open end of gas pipe where equip ment shutoff valve was connected Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane LP supply tank valve for propane LP gas fireplace or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas fireplace or using compressed air Check all joints of gas supply piping sys tem Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Reconnect fireplace and equipment shutoff valve to gas supply Check recon nected fittings for leaks Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 2 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa C
4. Check that main power is on and that all wire connec tions are made correctly to ignition model see Wiring Diagram page 29 Check for 24 VAC at the second ary side of transformer If 24 VAC is present and module does not operate have module replaced Other wise have transformer re placed 125078 01B TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Pilot will not stay lit 1 Loose wiring on ignitor wire to ignition module and or poor ground to ignition module Pilot flame too low to sense 1 Check wiring connection Refer to wiring diagram see Wiring Diagram page 29 and or check ground wire to ignition module Clean and adjust pilot burn er and check gas supply and inlet pressure to unit Note Have a qualified technician replace pilot assembly if broken or cor roded No gas to burner although 1 safety shutoff switch and valve are set to the ON position Frequent pilot outage T Safety shutoff switch wires defective or too long Pilot flame may be too low causing safety pilot to drop out Improper venting or exces sive blockage Check electrical connec tions Clean and adjust pilot flame for maximum flame im pingement on thermopile Have vent system inspect ed including termination cap Remove any restriction or obstruction Fireplace produces a clicking 1 ticking noise just after burner is lit or
5. AX DANGER Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death This vented gas fireplace is a sealed combus tion gas fireplace designed for residential ap plications This fireplace must be installed with FMI PRODUCTS LLC vent pipe components and terminations This fireplace complies with the National Safety Standards and is listed and tested by PFS Corporation to ANSI Z21 50 standard as vented gas fireplace This fireplace must be installed by a qualified certified or licensed service person It brings in fresh air for combustion through the outer pipe and combustion gases are exhausted through the inner pipe If the glass door as sembly and venting pipe are not properly seated connected and sealed carbon mon oxide leakage spillage can occur 125078 01B SAFETY Continued Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu with headaches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs the fireplace may not be working properly Get fresh air at once Have fireplace serviced Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide than oth ers These include pregnant women people with heart or lung disease or anemia those under the influence of alcohol and those at high altitudes Natural and Propane LP Gas Natural and propane LP gas are odorless An odor making agent is added to the gas The odor helps you detect a gas leak However the odor added to the gas can fade Gas may be pres
6. Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Light fireplace see Operation page 22 Check all other internal joints for leaks Turn off fireplace see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 23 REMOVING REPLACING GLASS DOOR A CAUTION Do not operate this fireplace with a broken glass door panel or without the glass door panel securely in place For replacement part informa tion see Replacement Parts page 36 CAUTION Wear gloves and safety glasses while handling or removing broken glass Do not remove if glass is hot Keep children and pets away from glass AX WARNING If fireplace has been running turn off fireplace Let cool before removing glass doors 1 25078 01B Removing Glass Door If replacement of glass is necessary the entire frame assembly must be replaced Gloves must be worn when removing replacing glass door If glass is broken tape remaining glass onto frame before removing i 2 3 Remove screens if installed Open bottom access panel Unlock 2 door latches on bottom of firebox Tilt open glass door 45 from the bottom of firebox and lift up to release door from firebox top retainer see Figure 24 Door Retainer Door Bottom Latches Access Panel Figure 24 Removing Replacing Door Replacing Glass Door 1 Position door frame in front of firebox opening with bottom of
7. e St E 5 Gasket Ls TE 24 k Connector 8 x 3 25 ie ee ieie 25 121295 01 36 Fireplace Surround o 7 1212302 01 42 Fireplace Surround ce 26 110037 01 Electrical Duct Assembly ie eje eje 27 117891 01 Fireplace Handle E e 28 120520 01 Refractory Retainer ie i 29 20280 Top Spacer je eiei eie 30 Top Insulation ve a eje r oe Fireplace Top i E 32 S Hearth Side Spacer E eja ale 129 Kar Hearth Front Spacer E K 34 123182 01 Log 1 eje o jeje 1d 35 123181 01 Log 2 oo Porn 36 123211 01 Log 3 ere j e jej 1 Not a field replaceable part 125078 01B www fmiproducts com 31 PARTS BURNER ASSEMBLY MODELS V DVF36NS V DVF36PS V DVF36NH V DVF36PH DVF 36NS HA DVF36NH HA V DVF42NS V DVF42PS V DVF42NH V DVF42PH DVF 42NS HA AND DVF42NH HA 32 www fmiproducts com 125078 01B PARTS BURNER ASSEMBLY This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 36 of this manual KEY NO PART NO 1 2 3 NOH 25 122839 02 122839 01 112371 15 23100 23101 23567 11214 116573 01 KAZAO 122122 02 123783 01 14296 112371 15 23100 24771 23100 114027 01 14399 111817 06 111817 09 122116 01 122117 01 123782 01 112823 01 122118 01 122119 01 122121 01 122860 01 120066 01 Xk 123560 01 122120 01 122123 01 112799 01
8. property damage or loss of life 125078 01B termination NOT FOR CORNER INSTALLATION Horizontal High 1 Pipe Min On Horizontal Run 90 Elbow g N 90 Elbow J 1 ft Min Before Elbow Wind Square Termination 64 Min 42 61 Min 36 V Vertical Required H Horizontal Minimum Vertical Pipe Maximum 21 1 ft 3 ft 33 2 ft Fit 45 3 ft 11 ft 57 4 ft 20 ft V H 40 feet maximum H 20 feet maximum Figure 14 Horizontal Termination Using One 90 Elbow Vertical Termination Installation Note Vertical restrictor must be installed in all vertical installations fi Determine route your vertical venting will take If ceiling joists roof rafters or other framing will obstruct venting system con sider an offset see Figure 15 page 14 to avoid cutting load bearing members Note Pay special attention to these instal lation instructions for required clearances air space to combustibles when passing through ceilings walls roofs enclosures attic rafters etc Do not pack air spaces with insulation Also note maximum vertical rise of venting system and any maximum horizontal offset limitations www fmiproducts com 13 2 Wall Strap VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Set fireplace in desired location Drop a plumb line down from ceiling to position of fireplace exit flue Mark center point where vent will penetrate ce
9. 2222 TS Inspecting BUrNe s e eeeceeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeees 24 Cleaning and Maintenance 24 Troubleshooting 26 Specifications 29 Wiring Diagram S PaE nnsa 30 Replacement Parts Technical Service Service Hints Acessories WAIT AINE sack ssh vs ees EEA RA Back Cover SAFETY AX WARNING Improper instal lation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier 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 State of Massachusetts The installation must be made by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of Mas sachusetts A WARNING This product contains and or generates chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproduc tive harm 2 www fmiproducts com IMPORTANT Read this owner s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble op erate or service this fireplace Improper use of this fireplace can cause serious injury or death from burns fire explo sion electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning
10. 26839 GA6060 VTA LS5 2 120065 01 14253 125078 01B Burner Tube 36 Burner Tube 42 Front Burner Assembly Rear Orifice 47 NG Rear Orifice 56 Propane LP Rear Orifice 44 NG Rear Orifice 55 Propane LP Bulkhead Fitting Washer Flt 7 8 x11 4 OD Pilot NG Pilot Propane LP Pilot NG High Altitude Pilot Shield _Elbow Street 3 8 Front Orifice 47 NG Front Orifice 56 Propane LP Front Orifice 42 NG Front Orifice 56 Propane LP Base Grommet SC 1 2 ID 1 1 6 OD Battery Pack Remote Receiver Log Assembly 36 Rockwool Lave Rock Kit 30 Flex Line DESCRIPTION Log Burner Base 90 Elbow Brass 3 8 Tube x 3 8 NPT _Flextube Dormont 3 8 Dia x 11 _Flextube Dormont 3 8 Dia x 24 Pilot Bracket Dexen Valve NG Dexen Valve LP Dexen Valve NG High Altitude 3 8 Brass T Fitting 3 8 Control Module Battery Relay Valve Bracket Log Assembly 42 Base Valve ee PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN Wire Harness Relay AC Adapter 3V Ember Flakes Kit Log Scrap Kit Hand Held Remote Transmitter www fmiproducts com lt ey u ys H ees fee 9 89 o eenn an fees ferme Es 9 SS Ee 33 PARTS PARTS REFRACTORY PARTS KEY NO PART NO 1 125124 0 125124 01 125088 01 125087 01 125087 02 125126 01 125126 02 125090 01 125090
11. 3 8 w c e Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure 5 w c e Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure 5 w c e Maximum Inlet Supply Pressure 10 5 w c gt Maximum Inlet Supply Pressure 10 5 w c e Front Orifice 42 gt Front Orifice 47 e Rear Orifice 44 e Rear Orifice 47 V DVF36PS V DVF36PH DVF42NS HA DVF42NH HA e Rating 31 000 Btu hr e Rating 41 000 Btu hr e Gas Type Propane LP Gas Only e Gas Type Natural Gas Only e Ignition Electronic e Ignition Electronic e Manifold Pressure 10 w c e Manifold Pressure 3 8 w c e Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure 11 w c e Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure 5 w c e Maximum Inlet Supply Pressure 13 w c e Maximum Inlet Supply Pressure 10 5 w c e Front Orifice 56 gt Front Orifice 42 e Rear Orifice 56 N Rear Orifice 44 WIRING DIAGRAM 0 PILOT CONNECTORS ol lt 4 no BATTERY PACK CONTROL MODULE SIZE SIZE Dp D Bu Bu Bk Y Bn Bn Bk Gn Og Bk ET REMOTE 4 AA SIZE BATTERY RECIEVER BATTERY RELAY TO J BOX gt ADAPTER 125078 01B www fmiproducts com 29 PARTS MODELS V DVF36NS V DVF36PS V DVF36NH V DVF36PH DVF 36NS HA DVF36NH HA V DVF42NS V DVF42PS V DVF42NH V DVF42PH DVF 42NS HA AND DVF42NH HA 125078 01B
12. AAA batteries as instructed in Control Unit battery housing 1 Remove battery cover on back of remote 3 Replace battery cover onto remote control unit control unit anale Battery Cover Control Unit A Spa ousing Batteries la Figure 32 Installing Battery in Hand Held Remote Control Unit use only alkaline batteries not included OPERATION C 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 E cron A INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE During initial operation of new fireplace burning logs will give off a paper burning smell Orange flame will also be present Open damper or window to vent smell This will H FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING AK 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 is equipped with an igni tion device which automatically lights the pilot Do not light pilot by hand B BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle 22 on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS e Do not try to
13. B BL Balcony with No Side Wall G 12 30 5 cm minimum clearance Balcony with Perpendi 6 15 2 cm cular Side Wall Combustible amp Noncombustible H 24 61 cm J 20 50 8 cm k C Maximum depth of 48 121 9 cm for recessed location D Minimum width for back wall of recessed location Combustible 38 965 mm Noncombustible 24 61 cm E Clearance from corner in recessed location Combustible 6 15 2 cm Noncombustible 2 5 1 cm Figure 7 Minimum Clearances for Termination Cap www fmiproducts com 125078 01B REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall ex haust vent termination is less than seven 7 feet above finished grade in the area of the venting including but not limited to decks and porches the following requirements shall be satisfied INSTALLATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS At the time of installation of the side wall horizon tal vented gas fueled equipment the installing plumber or gasfitter shall observe that a hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm and battery backup is installed on the floor level whe
14. CAUTION For propane LP units never connectfireplace di rectly to the propane LP supply This heater requires an external regulator not supplied Install the external regulator between the fireplace and propane LP supply AX WARNING For natural gas never connect fireplace to private non utility gas wells This gas is commonly known as wellhead gas Installation Items Needed Before installing fireplace make sure you have the items listed below e external regulator supplied by installer piping check local codes e sealant resistant to propane LP gas equipment shutoff valve e test gauge connection sediment trap e tee joint e pipe wrench approved flexible gas line with gas connec tor if allowed by local codes An equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection Purchase the equipment shutoff valve from your retailer 16 www fmiproducts com For propane LP connection only the installer must supply an external regulator The exter nal regulator will reduce incoming gas pres sure You must reduce incoming gas pressure to between 11 and 14 of w c pressure If you do not reduce incoming gas pressure fireplace regulator damage could occur Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 18 Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet A CAUTION Use only new black iron or s
15. Center Front Refractory 42 Red pe Center Front Refractory 36 White ae Center Front Refractory 36 Red Right Front Refractory 42 White E Right Front Refractory 42 Red ight Front Refractory 36 White Right Front Refractory 36 Red www fmiproducts com 35 REPLACEMENT PARTS Note Use only original replacement parts This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty Contact authorized dealers of this product If they can t supply original replacement part s call FMI PRODUCTS LLC at 1 866 328 4537 TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about installation operation or troubleshooting If so contact FMI PRODUCTS LLC at 1 866 328 4537 When calling please have your model and serial numbers of your heater ready You can also visit our web site at www fmiproducts com When calling have ready your name your address model and serial numbers of your heater gt how heater was malfunctioning e purchase date Usually we will ask you to return the part to the factory SERVICE HINTS When Gas Pressure Is Too Low e pilot will not stay lit gt burners will have delayed ignition e fireplace will not produce specified heat propane LP gas supply might be low pro pane LP units only You may feel your gas pressure is too low If so contact your local gas supplier ACCESSORIES Purchase these accessories from your local dealer If they c
16. Cut Siding Away to Fit Standoff Standoff Wood Apply Mastic to All Four Sides Figure 11 Installing Siding Standoff Combustible Exterior Wall Screws Interior Wall Surface Wall Firestop Vent Cap Horizontal Termination See te a Vent Pipe Figure 12 Connecting Vent Cap with Horizontal Vent Pipe 125078 01B VENTING INSTALLATION Continued GROUND FLOOR INSTALLATION Recommended Applications e Through the wall using round or square Minimum Siding Pipe Standoff Direct Overlap Swans Vent T Pipe wall Firestop Hee H d Maintain 1 Z ir Minimum Air a Space Around High Wind Outer Pipe When Termination Penetrating a Wall Apply Mastic to 41 1 2 x 11 1 2 Outside Framed Opening Edge of Standoff Exterior Wall with Vinyl Siding Figure 13 Typical Horizontal Termination Cap Mounting with Additional Siding Standoff Installed Horizontal Termination Configurations Figure 14 shows a configuration for venting with horizontal termination with a chart of critical minimum and maximum dimensions which MUST be met NOTICE Do not seal termination cap to vent pipe Cap must be removable for vent inspection and maintenance A WARNING Never run vent downward as this may cause excessive temperatures which could cause a fire Operation of improperly installed and main tained venting system could resultin serious injury
17. Horizontal square terminations require only inner portion of wall firestop Hori zontal installations using round termination require exterior portion of wall firestop 1 Set fireplace in its desired location and de termine the route your horizontal venting will take Do not secure fireplace until all venting has been installed Some instal lations require sliding fireplace in and out of position to make final venting connec tions Figures 14 and 15 on page 12 show different configurations for venting with horizontal termination that will help you decide which application best suits your installation Check to see if wall studs or roof rafters are in the path of your desired venting route If they are you may want to adjust location of fireplace 2 Direct vent pipe sections and components are designed with special twist lock con nections Twist Lock Procedure Female ends of pipes have locking lugs indentations These lugs will slide straight into match ing slots on male ends of adjacent pipes Push pipe sections together and twist one section clockwise approximately one quarter turn until sections are fully locked see Figure 8 Note Horizontal runs of vent must be sup ported every three feet Use wall straps for this purpose 3 Assemble desired combination of pipe and elbows to fireplace flue collar If there are long portions of venting run pre as sembled pipe sections may be installed as subassemblies for conve
18. VENTING KITS AND COMPONENTS FMI 5 8 Pipe amp Vent Kits Number Description P58 6 6 Section Double Wall Pipe Galvanized P58 12 12 Section Double Wall Pipe Galvanized P58 24 24 Section Double Wall Pipe Galvanized P58 36 36 Section Double Wall Pipe Galvanized P58 48 48 Section Double Wall Pipe Galvanized PA58 712 Adjustable 7 12 Section Double Wall Pipe Galvanized E58 45 45 Elbow Galvanized E58 90 90 Elbow Galvanized HTS 58 Horizontal Square Termination Galvanized HHT 58 High Wind Round Termination Galvanized VT 58 Vertical Round Termination Galvanized SC 58 Storm Collar Galvanized WF 58 Wall Firestop Galvanized RF 58 6 Roof Flashing 0 to 6 12 Pitch Galvanized RF 58 12 Roof Flashing 6 12 to 12 12 Pitch Galvanized VR 58 Vertical Restrictor Galvanized S 58 Vinyl Siding Standoff Galvanized WS 58 Wall Strap CS 58 Cathedral Ceiling Support FP 58 Firestop Plate SF 58 Stucco Flashing For use with HTS 58 RF 58 Flat Roof Flashing www fmiproducts com 15 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION CHECK GAS TYPE Use proper gas type for the fireplace unit you are installing If you have conflicting gas types do not install fireplace See retailer where you purchased the fireplace for proper fireplace according to your gas type INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION AL WARNING A qualified service person must connect fireplace to gas supply Follow all local codes AX
19. for the venting system design or venting system Gas Equipment Venting System Not Provided When the manufacturer of a Product Ap proved side wall horizontally vented gas fu eled equipment does not provide the parts for venting the flue gases but identifies special venting systems the following requirements shall be satisfied by the manufacturer gt The referenced special venting system in structions shall be included with the appliance or equipment installation instructions and The special venting systems shall be Prod uct Approved by the Board and the instruc tions for that system shall include a parts list and detailed installation instructions A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment all venting in structions all parts lists for venting instruc tions and or all venting design instructions shall remain with the appliance or equipment at the completion of the installation www fmiproducts com 9 VENTING INSTALLATION NOTICE Read these instruc tions completely before attempt ing installation These models are tested and approved for use with FMI PRODUCTS LLC direct vent pipe components and terminations The venting system must terminate on the outside of the structure and can not be at tached to a chimney or flue system serving a S eparate solid fuel or gas burning appliance A direct vent appliance must have
20. its own venting system DO NOT common vent this appliance These models are approved to be vented either horizontally through an outside wall or vertically through a roof or chase enclosure using the following guidelines When venting system terminates horizon tally on an outside wall you may install a standoff if the termination cap is to be installed directly on a combustible finish such as vinyl wood stucco etc Never run the vent downward as this may cause excessive temperatures which could cause a fire Vent pipe air space clearances to com bustibles are 1 on all sides except on the horizontal sections which requires 2 clear ance from the top of the pipe Where the termination cap penetrates a combustible wall 1 air space clearance is required Have fireplace and selected vent compo nents on hand to help determine the exact measurements when elbowing or offsetting Always use wall firestops when penetrating walls and firestops when penetrating ceil ings or attic spaces For installation of fireplace at elevations of 4000 feet or greater pay special attention to venting requirement recommendations AX WARNING Read all instruc tions completely and thoroughly before attempting installation Failure to do so could result in serious injury property damage or loss of life NOTICE Failure to followthese in structions will void the warranty 10 NOTICE Do notsealtermination cap to vent p
21. parts must be obtained through authorized dealers of this product and or FMI PRODUCTS LLC who 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 Excluded from this warranty are products or parts that fail or become damaged due to misuse accidents improper installation lack of proper maintenance tampering or alteration s This is FMI PRODUCTS LLC s exclusive warranty and to the full extent allowed by law this express warranty excludes any and all other warranties express or implied written or verbal and limits the duration of any and all implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose to four 4 years on new products and 30 days on factory reconditioned products from the date of first purchase FMI PRODUCTS LLC makes no other warranties regarding this product FMI PRODUCTS LLC s liability is limited to the purchase price of the product and FMI PRODUCTS LLC shall not be liable for any other damages whatsoever under any circumstances including indirect incidental or consequential damages Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limita
22. shut off Metal expanding while heating or contracting while cooling This is normal with most fireplaces If noise is ex cessive contact qualified service person Slight smoke or odor during 1 initial operation 125078 01B Residues from manufac turing processes and logs curing www fmiproducts com Problem will stop after a few hours of operation 27 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued building A WARNING If you smell gas e Shut off gas supply e Do not try to light any appliance s Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Fol low the gas supplier s instructions e If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Gas odor even when gas control valve is off f Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page Control valve defective 1 Locate and correct all leaks see Checking Gas Con nections page 18 Replace control valve Gas odor during combustion q Foreign matter between control valve and burner Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page Take apart gas tubing and remove foreign matter Locate and correct all leaks see Checking Gas Con nections page 18 Glass soots Debris around burner air mixer Improper vent configuration Inspect opening at base of
23. 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 125078 01B 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 inspector observes carbon monoxide detectors and signage installed in accordance with the provisions of 248 CMR 5 08 2 a 1 through 4 EXEMPTIONS The following equipment is ex empt from 248 CMR 5 08 2 a 1 through 4 The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled Equipment Not Required To Be Vented in the most current edition of NFPA 54 as adopted by the Board and e Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in a room or structure separate from the dwell ing building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS Gas Equipment Venting System Provided When the manufacturer of Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas equipment provides a venting system design or venting system components with the equipment the instructions provided by the manufacturer for installation of the equipment and the venting system shall include Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting system design or the venting system components and e Acomplete parts list
24. 02 125123 01 125123 02 125089 01 125089 0 125128 01 125128 02 125092 01 125092 02 125127 01 125127 02 125091 01 125091 02 125129 0 125129 02 125093 01 125093 02 125131 01 125131 02 125095 01 125095 02 125130 01 125130 02 125094 0 125094 02 125078 01B DESCRIPTION Rear Refractory Herringbone 42 White Rear Refractory Herringbone 42 Red Rear Refractory Herringbone 36 White 125088 02 12512301 125123 02 Rear Refractory Stacked 36 White Rear Refractory Stacked 36 Red _Left Refractory Herringbone 42 White Left Refractory Herringbone 42 Red s Left Refractory Herringbone 36 White _Left Refractory Herringbone 36 Red _Left Refractory Stacked 42 White Left Refractory Stacked 42 Red Left Refractory Stacked 36 White Rear Refractory Herringbone 36 Red Rear Refractory Stacked 42 White Rear Refractory Stacked 42 Red eft Refractory Stacked 36 Red Right Refractory Herringbone 42 White Right Refractory Herringbone 42 Red S Right Refractory Herringbone 36 White Right Refractory Herringbone 36 Red Right Refractory Stacked 42 White Right Refractory Stacked 42 Red Right Refractory Stacked 36 White Right Refractory Stacked 36 Red Left Front Refractory 42 White Po Left Front Refractory 42 Red is Left Front Refractory 36 White Left Front Refractory 36 Red Center Front Refractory 42 White 7
25. 2 to 21 12 8 0 125078 01B VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Note If vent pipe passes through any occupied ar eas above first floor including storage spaces and closets you must enclose pipe You may frame and sheetrock enclosure with standard construc tion material Make sure and meet the minimum allowable clearances to combustibles Do not fill any required air spaces with insulation Vertical Termination Configurations Figure 17 shows the configurations for vertical termination If area above is an attic or insulated area install firestop above framed hole If area above is a living space install firestop below framed hole Vertical Venting V 40 max Figure 17 Vertical Venting Configuration 125078 01B HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION Your FMI PRODUCTS LLC direct vent fireplace has been tested and approved for elevations from 0 2000 feet Fireplaces for high altitude HA Models are for installations above 4 000 feet only These fireplaces are equipped with parts specific for higher altitudes When installing a non high altitude fireplace at an elevation above 2000 feet you may need to decrease the input rating by changing the existing burner orifice to a smaller size Reduce input 4 for each 1000 feet above sea level Check with your local gas company for proper orifice size identification When installing this fireplace at an elevation above 4500 feet check with local authorities PARTS LIST FOR
26. 33 page 23 Do not remove the adjustment screw see Troubleshooting page 26 Sensing Rod Ignitor Pilot Sensor Burner Figure 35 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern BURNER FLAME PATTERN Burner flames will be steady not lifting or float ing Flame patterns will be different from unit to unit and will vary depending on installation type and weather conditions If the vent configuration is installed incorrectly flames will lift or ghost This can be danger ous Inspect flames after installation to ensure proper installation and performance Figure 36 shows a typical flame pattern If burner flame pattern differs from that de scribed e turn fireplace off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 23 gt see Troubleshooting page 26 ee e mL Figure 36 Typical Flame Pattern CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE A WARNING Turn off fireplace and let cool before cleaning AX CAUTION You must keep control areas burners and circulating air passageways of fireplace clean Inspect these areas of fireplace before each use Have fireplace inspected yearly by a qualified service person Fireplace may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting bedding material pet hair etc GLASS DOORS A WARNING Handle glass door panels with care Do not strike slam or otherwise abuse glass Do not operate fireplace with the glass door unlatched removed crac
27. BI FMI PRODUCTS LLC DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Gaui 4 www nficertified org MODELS V DVF36NS V DVF36PS V DVF36NH V DVF36PH DVF 36NS HA DVF36NH HA V DVF42NS V DVF42PS V DVF42NH V DVF42PH DVF 42NS HA AND DVF42NH HA AX WARNING If the information in this manual 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 e 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 aneighbor 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 For more information visit www fmiproducts com TABLE OF CONTENTS L r eE a Ea EEE Local Codes Product Identification Product Features Pre installation l Location of Termination Cap see eee eee Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Venting Installation Fireplace Installation Operationerne e
28. ace do not pack with insulation or other materials 1 clearance not required at nailing flanges NOTICE This fireplace is intend ed for use as supplemental heat Use this fireplace along with your primary heating system Do not install this fireplace as your primary heat source If you have a central heating system you may run system s circulat ing blower while using fireplace This will help circulate the heat throughout the house FRAMING AND FINISHING Figure 4 shows typical framing of this fireplace Figure 5 shows framing for corner installation All minimum clearances must be met If you are using a separate combustible man tel piece refer to Figure 6 for proper instal lation height You can install noncombustible mantels at any height above the fireplace Note Noncombustible mantels may discolor 125078 01B www fmiproducts com 43 1 4 36 47 14 42 S iS 41 1h 36 48 1h 42 Figure 4 Framing Clearances with Outside Air Flex Duct 51 34 36 36 3 36 61 3u 42 43 3 42 W Nailing Tabs gt D A53 36 42 36 49 42 19 42 43 36 50 42 Figure 5 Framing Clearances for Corner Installation cA Wall 6 LA Le Mantel Mantel from Ref Depth Ref Top of Open
29. an not supply these accessories call FMI PRODUCTS LLC at 1 866 328 4537 for information You can also write to the ad dress listed on the back page of this manual Brick Perimeter Trim Kit PBS36 Red VPBS36 Ivory PBS42 Red VPBS42 Ivory Magnetic attachment Matching refractory brick facing surround kit 36 www fmiproducts com Propane Natural Gas Conversion Kit IMPORTANT NOT to be used for High Altitude HA Models PCD 36S Propane LP Gas Conversion Kit NCD 36S Natural Gas Conversion Kit PCD 42S Propane LP Gas Conversion Kit NCD 42S Natural Gas Conversion Kit 125078 01B NOTES 125078 01B www fmiproducts com 37 NOTES 38 www fmiproducts com 125078 01B NOTES 125078 01B www fmiproducts com 39 WARRANTY KEEP THIS WARRANTY Model located on product or identification tag Serial No located on product or identification tag Date Purchased Keep receipt for warranty verification FMI PRODUCTS LLC LIMITED WARRANTIES New Products Standard Warranty FMI PRODUCTS LLC warrants this new product and any parts thereof to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period
30. burner to see that it is NOT packed with any type of material Check vent configuration specification see Venting Installation page 10 Dark residue on logs or inside of fireplace 28 T Air holes at burner inlet blocked Burner flame holes blocked Improper venting or exces sive blockage Excessive amounts of em bers and pan material www fmiproducts com Clean out air holes at burn er inlets Periodically repeat as needed Remove blockage Have vent system inspect ed including termination cap Remove any restric tions or obstruction Clear excess embers until a minimum gap of 1 2 remains under grate 125078 01B SPECIFICATIONS MENET V DVF36NH V DVF42PS V DVF42PH e Rating 33 500 Btu hr e Rating 37 000 Btu hr e Gas Type Natural Gas Only e Gas Type Propane LP Gas Only e Ignition Electronic e Ignition Electronic e Manifold Pressure 3 5 w c e Manifold Pressure 10 0 w c e Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure 5 w c e Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure 11 w c e Maximum Inlet Supply Pressure 10 5 w c gt Maximum Inlet Supply Pressure 13 w c e Front Orifice 47 gt Front Orifice 56 e Rear Orifice 47 e Rear Orifice 55 OID PAANS V DVF42NH DVF36NS HA DVF36NH HA e Rating 41 000 Btu hr e Rating 33 500 Btu hr Gas Type Natural Gas Only e Gas Type Natural Gas Only e Ignition Electronic e Ignition Electronic e Manifold Pressure 3 5 w c e Manifold Pressure
31. carpeting bedding material etc Turn off the gas valve and pilot light before cleaning fireplace 6 Have venting system inspected annually by a qualified service person If needed have venting system cleaned or repaired See Cleaning and Maintenance page 24 7 Do not use any solid fuels wood coal paper cardboard etc in this fireplace Use only the gas type indicated on fire place nameplate 8 This appliance when installed must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 9 Do not use fireplace if any part has been exposed to or under water Immediately call a qualified service person to arrange for replacement of the unit 10 Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken 11 Do not operate fireplace with glass door removed cracked or broken 12 Provide adequate clearances around air openings LOCAL CODES Install and use fireplace with care Follow all local codes In the absence to local codes use the current National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Available from American National Standards Institute Inc 1430 Broadway New York NY 10018 National Fire Protection Association Inc Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 www fmiproducts com 125078 01B PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Outer Glass Door Herringbone Brick z Refractories INI IRZ Log Set KO 7 WF Grate Lower Door Cont
32. common locations Be aware of all restrictions and precautions before deciding the exact location for your fireplace and termination cap When deciding the location of your fireplace follow these rules Do not connect this fireplace venting to a chimney flue serving a separate solid fuel burning fireplace or appliance Due to high temperatures do not locate this fireplace in high traffic areas windy or drafty areas or near furniture or draperies e Proper clearances must be maintained e If your fireplace is to be installed directly on carpeting vinyl tile or any combustible mate rial other than wood it must be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the fireplace see Figure 3 e Your fireplace is designed to be used in zero clearance installations Wall or fram ing material can be placed directly against any exterior surface on back sides or top of your fireplace except where standoff spacers are integrally attached If standoff spacers are attached to your fireplace these spacers can be placed directly against wall or framing material See fram ing details page 7 e When locating termination cap it is impor tant to observe the minimum clearances shown in Figure 7 page 8 e If recessing into a wall you can avoid extra framing by positioning your fireplace against an already existing framing member Do not recess termination cap into a wall or siding 6 www fmiproducts c
33. door tilted away from firebox see Figure 24 Hook top flange of door frame over top of firebox frame Secure 2 bottom door latches www fmiproducts com 19 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued LAVA ROCK DECORATIVE GRATE EMBER FLAKES AND SCRAP LOG INSTALLATION Lava rock ember flakes and scrap log pieces are included with your fireplace Install these items while glass doors are open and or removed 1 Follow instructions from Removing Re placing Glass Door page 19 to move glass out of the way of this installation 2 For 36 models only install 3 loose logs by placing log 1 log 2 and log 3 onto one piece log as shown in Figure 25 3 Place lava rock around base of burner Make sure burner ports are not covered see Figure 26 4 Place ember flakes around front and sides of burner and on burner ports see Figure 27 This will create the glowing ember appearance as the flame touches the ember flakes Do not block burner ports or pilot ports by overlapping ember flakes in one area It is not necessary to use all ember material provided 5 Place scrap log pieces randomly behind grate as shown in Figure 28 on lava rock and around but not on burner ports 6 Place grate in front of logs as shown in Figure 28 Be sure grate is balanced so it does not fall or lean onto logs Grate does not attach to hearth assembly Log 2 Log 3 Log 1 Figure 25 Installing Loose Logs 20 www fmiproducts com
34. ent even though no odor exists Make certain you read and understand all warnings Keep this manual for reference It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this fireplace Ad WARNING Any change to this fireplace or it s controls can be dangerous Do not modify this fireplace under any circum stances Any parts removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating fireplace AX WARNING Donotuse ablow er insert heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with this fireplace AX WARNING 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 WARNING Do notallowfans to blow directly into the fireplace Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the appliance Never place any objects on the appliance Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn paper or other flam mable material This fireplace reaches high tem peratures Keep children and adults away from hot surface to avoid burns or clothing ignition Fireplace will remain hot for a time after shutdown Allow sur face to cool before touching Carefully supervise young chi
35. iling Drill a small locating hole at this point Drop a plumb line from inside of roof to locating hole in ceiling Mark center point where vent will penetrate roof Drill a small locating hole at this point ll Roof Flashing 45 Elbow gt LA Tain Firestop Figure 15 Offset with Wall Strap and 45 Elbows Flat Ceiling Installation a Cut a 11 1 2 square hole in ceiling using locating hole as a center point Opening should be framed to 11 2 x 11 1 2 inside dimensions as shown in Figure 8 on page 9 using framing lumber the same size as ceiling joists If area above ceiling is an insulated ceiling or an attic nail firestop from top side This prevents loose insula tion from falling into required clearance space If area above ceiling is a living space install firestop below framed hole Firestop should be installed with no less than three nails per side see Figure 15 Assemble desired lengths of pipe and elbows necessary to reach from fireplace flue up through firestop Be sure all pipe and elbow connections are fully twist locked see Figure 8 page 11 Cut a hole in the roof using locating hole as a center point Cover any exposed www fmiproducts com open vent pipes before cutting hole in roof The 11 1 4 x 11 1 2 hole must be measured on the horizontal actual length may be larger depending on pitch of r
36. ing 1 14 A 16 2 12 B 14 3 10 C 42 4 8 D 10 5 6 E 8 6 4 F 6 7 2 G 4 Figure 6 Clearances for Combustible Mantels rIonm clearance to inside corner see below LOCATION OF TER MINATION CAP V fOpenable Fixed Closed BTV 4 B L gt lt 0 V TERMINATION CAP AIR SUPPLY INLET clearance above grade veranda porch deck or I balcony 12 30 5 cm minimum clearance to window or door that may be opened 6 15 cm min for 10 000 Btu or less 9 23 cm in US if between 10 000 and 50 000 12 30 cm in Canada if between 10 000 and 100 000 12 30 cm in US if greater than 50 000 36 91 cm in Canada if greater than 100 000 clearance to permanently closed window minimum 12 30 5 cm recommended to prevent K condensation on window vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal within a horizontal distance of 24 61 cm from L the center line of the terminal 18 45 7 cm minimum j clearance to unventilated soffit 12 30 5 cm minimum M clearance to outside corner see below N not to be installed above a meter regulator assembly within 36 91 4 cm horizontally from the center line of the regulator GAS METER D RESTRICTED AREA TERMINATION PROHIBITED clearance to service regulator vent outlet 72 182 9 cm mini
37. ings see Figure 10 Combustible Exterior Wall For vinyl siding stucco or wood exteriors a siding standoff may be installed between vent cap and exterior wall Siding standoff prevents excessive heat from damaging siding materials Siding material must be cut to accommodate standoff Bolt vent cap to standoff Apply non hardening mastic around outside edge of standoff Position standoff cap assembly in the center of 11 1 2 square hole and attach to exterior wall with provided wood screws see Figure 11 Siding standoff must sit flush against exterior fascia material 6 Connecting Vent Cap with Horizontal Vent Pipe Slide wall firestop over vent pipe before connecting horizontal run to vent cap see Figure 12 Apply Mastic to All Four Sides Figure 10 Installing Horizontal Vent Cap Noncombustible Exterior 12 www fmiproducts com Carefully move fireplace with vent as sembly attached toward wall and insert vent pipe into horizontal termination Pipe overlap should be a minimum of 1 1 4 see Figure 13 page 13 Slide wall firestop against interior wall surface and attach with screws provided See Figure 13 page 13 for horizontal termination details Place fireplace into position and shim with noncombustible material if needed Nail or screw side flanges to framing to secure unit in place IMPORTANT Make sure fire place is level before securing If fireplace is not level it will not work properly
38. ipe Cap must be removable for vent inspection and maintenance INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection Use extreme caution when using ladders or when on roof tops Be aware of electrical wiring locations in walls and ceilings The following actions will void the warranty on your venting system Installation of any damaged venting component Unauthorized modification of the venting sys tem Do not cut or alter vent components Installation of any component part not manufactured or approved by FMI PRODUCTS LLC Installation other than as instructed by these instructions A WARNING This gas fireplace and vent assembly must be vented directly to the outside The venting system must NEVER be attached to a chimney serv ing a separate solid fuel burning appliance Each direct vent gas appliance must use a separate vent system Do not use com mon vent systems A WARNING Vent pipe air space clearances to combus tibles are 1 on all sides except on the horizontal sections which require 2 clearances from the top of the pipe Where the termination cap penetrates a combustible wall 1 air space clearance is required www fmiproducts com 125078 01B VENTING INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLATION PLANNING There are two basic types of direct vent installation e Horizontal Termination e Vertical Termination Horizontal Termination Installation IMPORTANT
39. ked or broken AX WARNING Do not use abrasive cleaners as this may damage glass Use a nonabra sive household glass cleaner to clean glass Do not clean glass when hot 24 www fmiproducts com 125078 01B CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Continued Glass must be cleaned periodically During start up it is normal for condensation to form on the inside of the glass causing lint dust and other airborne particles to cling to the glass surface During initial start up a slight film may form on the glass due to paint curing The glass should be cleaned several times with a non ammonia nonabrasive household clean er and warm water after the first two weeks of operation Thereafter clean the glass two or three times during each heating season depending on the usage and circumstances present Refer to Removing Replacing Glass Door page 19 of this manual when removing glass door for cleaning Ay WARNING Only parts sup plied by the manufacturer should be used when replacing broken or damaged glass door panels see Replacement Parts page 36 Glass door panel are complete units No substitute materials may be used A CAUTION Wear gloves and safety glasses while handling or removing broken glass Do not remove if glass is hot Keep children and pets away from glass If glass has been broken carefully remove glass door see Removing Replacing Glass Door page 19 Vacuum all glass pieces with a shop vac
40. l dren 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 125078 01B www fmiproducts com SAFETY Continued For propane LP fireplace do not place propane LP supply tank s inside any structure Locate propane LP supply tank s outdoors To prevent performance problems do not use propane LP fuel tank of less than 100 Ib capacity If you smell gas gt shut off gas supply gt do not try to light any appliance gt 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 gt if you cannot reach you gas supplier call the fire department Never install the fireplace in a recreational vehicle gt in windy or drafty areas where curtains or other combustible flammable objects can make contact with the fireplace front in high traffic areas Turn fireplace off and let cool before servicing installing or repairing Only a qualified service person should install service or repair this fireplace Have fire place inspected annually by a qualified service person You must keep control compartments burners and circulating air passages clean More frequent cleaning may be needed due to excessive lint and dust from
41. light any appliance e Do not touch any electric switch do not use any phone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions www fmiproducts com only last a few hours STOP Read the safety information in column 1 Turn off all electric power to fireplace Turn safety shutoff switch to the OFF position Remove center brick control cover 125078 01B 5 11 125078 01B OPERATION Continued Turn equipment shutoff valve clockwise 7 N to the OFF position see Figure 33 Do not force Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information page 22 If you don t smell gas go to the next step Turn equipment shutoff valve counter clockwise to the ON position Do not force Replace center brick control cover Turn on all electric power to appliance Turn safety shutoff switch to the ON position Visually locate pilot Ignitor should begin to spark and main burner should ignite once flame appears at pilot gt If lighting appliance for the first time each season it may take several attempts before supply gas can reach pilot and main burners If appliance will not stay lit after several attempts follow instructions under To Turn Off Gas To Appliance and call your service technician or gas supplier ii line aa quip
42. lose equipment shutoff valve see Fig ure 21 Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane LP supply tank valve for propane LP gas fireplace or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas fireplace or using compressed air 3 Check all joints from propane LP supply tank or gas meter to equipment shutoff valve see Figure 22 or Figure 23 Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak 4 Correct all leaks at once Equipment Shutoff Valve mi Closed Figure 21 Equipment Shutoff Valve Equipment Shutoff Valve Propane LP Supply Tank Gas Valve Figure 22 Checking Gas Joints for Propane LP Gas Fireplace L Equipment Yi Shutoff Valve Uj Gas Meter Yi NZ Z E Ls Gas Valve Figure 23 Checking Gas Joints for Natural Gas Fireplace PRESSURE TESTING FIREPLACE GAS CONNECTIONS 1 Open equipment shutoff valve see Fig ure 21 2 Open propane LP supply tank valve for propane LP fireplace or main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas fireplace www fmiproducts com 125078 01B 3 4 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Make sure control knob of fireplace is in the OFF position Check all joints from equipment shutoff valve to gas valve see Figure 22 or Figure 23 page 18
43. ment Shutoff Valve f TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Turn off safety shutoff switch 2 Turn off all electric power to appliance if service is to be performed 3 Remove center brick control cover 4 Turn equipment shutoff valve clockwise N to OFF Do not force 5 Replace center brick control cover REMOTE 1 Turn equipment shutoff valve to ON posi tion You can now turn the burner on and off with hand held remote control unit IMPORTANT Be sure to press ON OFF buttons on hand held remote control unit for up to 3 seconds to assure proper operation Press ON OFF button to turn burner on and off Figure 33 Turning Equipment Shutoff Valve to the OFF Position Ignitor Sensing Rod j a Pilot Burner if Figure 34 Pilot www fmiproducts com 23 INSPECTING BURNERS Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often PILOT ASSEMBLY The pilot assembly is factory preset for the proper flame Alterations may have occurred during shipping and handling The pilot is located on right hand side of burner The flame must envelope 1 4 of top of the ignitor sensor and grounding stem If your pilot assembly does not meet these requirements e Turn the adjustment screw marked PILOT clockwise to decrease or counterclockwise to increase the flame to proper size see Figure
44. mum clearance to non mechanical air supply inlet to building or the combustion air inlet to any other fireplace 6 15 cm min for 10 000 Btu or less 9 23 cm in US if between 10 000 and 50 000 12 30 cm in Canada if between 10 000 and 100 000 12 30 cm in US if greater than 50 000 36 91 cm in Canada if greater than 100 000 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 T clearance above paved side walk or a paved driveway located on public property 84 213 3 cm minimum clearance under veranda porch deck 12 30 5 cm minimum T clearance above a roof shall extend a minimum of 24 61 cm above the highest point when it passes through the roof surface and any other obstruction within a horizontal distance of 18 45 7 cm T vent shall not terminate directly above a side walk or paved driveway which is located between two single family dwellings and serves both dwellings T only permitted if veranda porch deck or balconey is fi as specified in CAN CSA B149 1 or 2 Installation C Note Local codes or regulations may require different cle ully open on a minimum of 2 sides beneath the floor odes 1991 for Canada and U S A arances Termination Clearances for Buildings with Combustible and Noncombustible Exteriors Inside Corner Recessed Location LA Outside Corner te A 6 15 2 cm Vv
45. nience 4 Carefully determine location where vent pipe assembly will penetrate outside wall Center of hole should line up with center line of horizontal vent pipe Mark wall for an 11 1 4 x 11 1 2 square hole Cut and frame square hole in exterior wall where vent will be terminated If wall being pen 125078 01B etrated is constructed of noncombustible material such as masonry block or con crete a 8 1 2 hole with zero clearance is acceptable see Figure 9 A WARNING Do not recess vent termination into any wall This will cause a fire hazard Female Locking Lugs Figure 8 Vent Pipe Connections Vent Opening Combustible Wall lt 11 Ta t 1th Framing Vent Opening Detail Noncombustible Wall Center of Hole Figure 9 Vent Opening Requirements www fmiproducts com 11 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued 5 Noncombustible Exterior Wall Position horizontal vent cap in center of the 8 1 2 round hole and attach to exterior wall with four wood screws provided Before attaching vent cap to exterior wall run a bead of non hardening mastic pliable sealant around outside edges to make a seal between it and outside wall Note Four wood screws provided should be replaced with appropriate fasteners for stucco brick concrete or other types of sid
46. of four 4 years from the date of first purchase from an authorized dealer provided the product has been installed maintained and operated in accordance with FMI PRODUCTS LLC s warnings and instructions For products purchased for commercial industrial or rental usage this warranty is limited to 90 days from the date of first purchase Factory Reconditioned Products Limited Warranty FMI PRODUCTS LLC warrants factory reconditioned products and any parts thereof to be free from defects in material and workmanship for 30 days from the date of first purchase from an authorized dealer provided the product has been installed maintained and operated in accordance with FMI PRODUCTS LLC s warnings and instructions Terms Common to All Warranties The following terms apply to all of the above warranties Always specify model number and serial number when contacting the manufacturer To make a claim under this warranty the bill of sale or other proof of purchase must be presented This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser when purchased from an authorized dealer and only when installed by a qualified installer in accordance with all local codes and instructions furnished with this product This warranty covers the cost of part s required to restore this product to proper operating condition and an allow ance for labor when provided by a FMI PRODUCTS LLC Authorized Service Center or a provider approved by FMI PRODUCTS LLC Warranty
47. of the system being exposed to cold weather 4 Inspect joints to verify that no pipe section or fitting has been disturbed and loos ened Check mechanical supports such as wall straps for rigidity www fmiproducts com 25 TROUBLESHOOTING A WARNING Turn off fireplace and let cool before servicing Only a qualified service person should service and repair fireplace Note All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation A CAUTION Never use a wire needle or similar object to clean pilot This can damage pilot unit OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Ignitor will not spark or pilot 1 will not light 26 No gas supply or shutoff valve is OFF Air in gas line Construction debris clog ging pilot orifice Low gas pressure Kinked pilot line Control valve is not opening No power to unit or ignition module or power trans former is bad www fmiproducts com 1 Check to see if you have gas supply and that equipment shutoff valve is opened Repeat lighting procedure several times to purge all air out of lines If after re peated attempts appliance does not light call for quali fied service and repair Remove debris and dirt inspect and clean any other possible obstructions Contact your gas supplier to check pressure Have a qualified technician replace pilot line Replace control valve Re fer to Replacement Parts page 36
48. om e You may paint the termination cap with 450 F 232 C heat resistant paint to coordinate with the exterior finish There must not be any obstruction such as bushes garden sheds fences decks or utility buildings within 24 from the front of the termination cap and the front of outside air vent Do not locate termination cap and outside air vent where excessive snow or ice build up may occur Be sure to clear vent ter mination area after snow falls to prevent accidental blockage of venting system When using snow blowers do not direct snow towards vent termination area yr P il Flush with a wall Through exterior wall enclosed in a chase CaN Corner installation Ca lal IN Figure 2 Common Fireplace Locations 29 36 i 34 3 4 42 21 36 25 42 11 74 36 y 13 5 42 41 1 36 p 48 1 42 A Figure 3 Fireplace Top Dimensions 125078 01B PRE INSTALLATION Continued CLEARANCES Minimum clearances to combustibles for the fireplace are as follows Back and sides T Perpendicular walls 6 Floor O Ceiling to louver opening 42 Front 36 Top of Standoffs o Vent See venting instructions for specific venting clearances Combustible material with a maximum thick ness of 5 8 may be flush with the top front of fireplace For back and sides of firepl
49. oof There must be a 1 clearance from vent pipe to combustible materials Frame opening as shown in Figure 9 page 11 Connect a section of pipe and extend up through hole Note If an offset is needed to avoid obstructions you must support vent pipe every 3 feet Use wall straps for this pur pose see Figure 15 Whenever possible use 45 elbows instead of 90 elbows The 45 elbow offers less restriction to the flow of flue gases Place flashing over pipe section s ex tending through roof Secure base of flashing to roof and framing with roofing nails Be sure roofing material overlaps top edge of flashing as shown in Figure 15 There must be a 1 clearance from vent pipe to combustible materials Continue to add pipe sections until height of vent cap meets the minimum building code requirements described in Figure 7 on page 8 Note You must increase vent height for steep roof pitches Nearby trees adjoining rooflines steep pitched roofs and other similar factors may cause poor draft or down drafting in high winds Increasing vent height may solve this problem Twist lock vent cap onto last section of vent pipe Vent Termination Chart Minimum Height Roof Pitch Feet Min Flat to 6 12 1 6 12 to 7 12 1 25 Over 7 12 to 8 12 1 5 Over 8 12 to 9 12 2 Over 9 12 to 10 12 2 5 Over 10 12 to 11 12 3 25 Over 11 12 to 12 12 4 Over 12 12 to 14 12 5 Over 14 12 to 16 12 6 Over 16 12 to 18 12 7 Over 18 12 to 20 12 5 Over 20 1
50. re the gas equipment is to be installed In addition the installing plumber or gasfitter shall observe that a battery operated or hard wired car bon monoxide detector with an alarm is installed on each additional level of the dwelling building or structure served by the side wall horizontal vented gas fueled equipment It shall be the responsibility of the property owner to secure the services of qualified licensed professionals for the installation of hard wired carbon monoxide detectors In the event that the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic the hard wired carbon monoxide detector with alarm and battery back up may be installed on the next adjacent floor level In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can not be met at the time of completion of installation the owner shall have a period of thirty 30 days to comply with the above requirements provided however that during said thirty 30 day period a battery operated carbon monoxide detector with an alarm shall be installed Approved Carbon Monoxide Detectors Each carbon monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above provisions shall comply with NFPA 720 and be ANSI UL 2034 listed and IAS certified SIGNAGE A metal or plastic identification plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum height of eight 8 feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust
51. rol Cover Nailing Flange Figure 1 Direct Vent Fireplace PRODUCT FEATURES These are a few facts that can help you under stand and enjoy your direct vent fireplace The venting system may be routed to the outside of your home in several ways It may vent through the roof vertical or it may vent to an outside exterior wall hori zontal The vent pipe installation is very important to allow for proper operation You must follow the venting instructions very carefully for either vertical or horizontal applications e This fireplace may be installed in any room of your house provided all local codes and these installation instructions are followed 125078 01B www fmiproducts com e Each time you turn on your fireplace you may notice some amount of condensation on the inside of the fireplace glass This is normal and will disappear after 10 20 minutes of operation e Your direct vent gas fireplace system fireplace and venting is a balanced and sealed gas operating unit It requires ap proximately 10 20 minutes of operating time before the flame pattern stabilizes PRE INSTALLATION LOCATION AND SPACE REQUIREMENTS Determine the safest and most efficient loca tion for your direct vent fireplace Make sure that rafters and wall studs are not in the way of the venting system Choose a location where the heat output is not affected by drafts air conditioning ducts windows or doors Figure 2 shows some
52. se from unit by pulling forward to disengage from rear flange and then lifting up See Figure 30 7 If needed replace burner gasket before reinstalling log set burner module see replacement parts list on page 36 To Gas Supply l Natural Equipment Shutoff Millivolt 4 Control To External Regulator Propane LP Flexible Gas Line Do NOT Kink Figure 29 Connecting Disconnecting Gas Line to Millivolt Valve 125078 01B www fmiproducts com Burner Base Spacers Firebox ee Bottom d Screws Figure 30 Removing Installing Burner Base INSTALLING BATTERIES IN WIRELESS HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROL AND RECEIVER Installing Batteries in Remote Receiver 1 Open bottom access door 2 Remove switch plate from receiver see Figure 31 3 Remove battery housing cover on remote receiver to expose battery housing see Figure 31 4 Install 4 AA batteries into housing follow ing positive and negative directions on battery housing cover removed in step 3 see Figure 31 5 Replace battery housing cover and switch plate 6 Install 2 D batteries into AC backup battery pack 7 Close bottom access door Remote Receiver Battery Housing Batteries Battery Housing Cover Screws lt AC Backup Battery Pack Plate D Batteries Figure 31 Installing Receiver Batteries Included 21 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Installing Batteries in Hand Held Remote 2 Install 3
53. teel pipe Inter nally tinned copper tubing may be used in certain areas Check your local codes Use pipe of 1 2 diameter or greater to allow proper gas volume to fireplace If pipe is too small undue loss of volume will occur Installation must include an equipment shutoff valve union and plugged 1 8 NPT tap Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up NPT tap must be upstream from fireplace see Figure 19 page 17 IMPORTANT Install main gas valve equip ment shutoff valve in an accessible location The main gas valve is for turning on or shutting off the gas to the appliance External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down Propane LP Supply Tank Figure 18 External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down Propane LP Only 125078 01B FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Check your building codes for any special requirements for locating equipment shutoff valve to fireplaces Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male NPT threads This will prevent excess sealant from going into pipe Excess sealant in pipe could result in clogged fireplace valves Equipment Shutoff Valve with 1 8 NPT Tap Natural From Gas Meter 5 5 W C to 10 5 W C Pressure Propane LP From Approved External Regulator Flexible 11 W C to 14 Gas Line W C Pressure 3 Minimum t Tee Cap Nipple Pipe Joint Sediment Trap Drip Leg Figure 19 Gas Connection The equipment shutoff val
54. tion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state For information about this warranty contact JL FMI PRODUCTS LLC 2701 S Harbor Blvd Santa Ana CA 92704 1 866 328 4537 125078 01 www fmiproducts com a B
55. ve may be sup plied with the appliance or you can purchase it from your retailer Flexible Gas Line Gas Shutoff Do NOT Valve K Pilot Adjustment Outlet Pressure Tap A WARNING Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant to liquid petroleum LP gas We recommend that you install a sediment trap drip leg in supply line as shown in Figure 19 Locate sediment trap drip leg where it is within reach for cleaning Install in piping sys tem between fuel supply and fireplace Locate sediment trap drip leg where trapped matter is not likely to freeze A sediment trap traps moisture and contaminants This keeps them from going into fireplace gas controls If sedi ment trap drip leg is not installed or is installed wrong fireplace may not run properly CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY Installation Items Needed e 5 16 hex socket wrench or nut driver e sealant resistant to propane LP gas not provided 1 Route flexible gas line provided by in staller from equipment shutoff valve to fireplace Route flexible gas supply line through one of the access holes on side of fireplace Attach flexible gas line from gas supply to control valve see Figure 20 3 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections page 18 Red Surface Indicates For Propane LP Use Only Inlet Pressure Tap Figure 20 Connecting Incoming Gas Line to Flex Gas Line
56. www fmiproducts com 30 PARTS This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 36 of this manual i i aes ZE N 7 9 L T NINDS Sig iN KEY amp RQ SS NO PARTNO DESCRIPTION GOLN 1 122653 01 Door Assembly 36 122653 02 Door Assembly 42 2 122950 02 ottom Door Assembly 36 122950 01 Bottom Door Assembly 42 3 _121301 01 Face Assembly 36 121301 02 Face Assembly 42 4 122952 02 creen Door Kit 36 122952 01 Screen Door Kit 42 i i Firebox Face 6 122842 03 earth Assembly 36 NG 122842 04 Hearth Assembly 36 Propane LP 122842 01 Hearth Assembly 42 NG 1 122842 02 Hearth Assembly 42 Propane LP i 123781 01 Hearth Assembly 36 NG High Altitude N 123781 02 S earth Assembly 42 NG High Altitude 7 123210 01 Grate 36 123210 02 Grate 42 8 122652 01 Door Latch S Firebox Leg 10 i Firebox Bottom 11 121431 01 Gasket 36 111913 02 Gasket 42 MNAM AMENNA ee ee nN NA E lt 12 122919 01 Draft Diverter is RBE Air Exchange oe THE 14 S _5 Gasket ie eleieie tome 5 Inner Connector 5 oe ooo 16 S AIE Insulation ve se ee ia By Firebox Surround E 020202 18 k irebox Top o oe e o I oe Relief Assembly E o ooo 20 ie Relief Bracket EE e e ie Rr Pi Top Plenum EETA 22 Rear Plenum
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