Empire P)-1 Installation instructions and owner's manual

Manual is about: CONTEMPORARY LINEAR VENT-FREE GAS FIREPLACE ModELS

Summary of P)-1

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    Page 1 installation instructions and owner’s manual mantis power hu midifier burners exhaust fan blower hi med low front rear power-vent high-efficiency fireplace with bay window models pv-28sv50-b(n,p)-1 pv-28sv50-b2h(n,p)-1 pv-28sv55-(c,g)(n,p)-1 pv-28sv55-(c,g)2h(n,p)-1 warning: if not installed,...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    24820-0-0908 page 2 table of contents important safety information ......................................................................................................................................... 3 safety information for users of lp-gas .........................................................

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    24820-0-0908 page 3 important safety information this is a heating appliance do not operate this appliance without front panel installed. • due to high temperatures the appliance should be lo- cated out of traffic and away from furniture and draper- ies. • children and adults should be alerted to the...

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    24820-0-0908 page 4 safety information for users of lp-gas propane (lp-gas) is a flammable gas which can cause fires and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and colorless. You may not know all the following safety precautions which can protect both you and your family from an acciden...

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    24820-0-0908 page 5 requirements for 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 exhaust ve...

  • Page 6: Gas Supply

    24820-0-0908 page 6 consult the current national fuel gas code, ansi z223.1 can/ cga-b149 (.1 or .2) installation code. Recommended gas pipe diameter pipe length schedule 40 pipe inside diameter tubing, type l outside diameter nat. L.P. Nat. L.P. 0-10 feet 0-3 meters 1/2” 12.7mm 3/8” 9.5 mm 1/2” 12....

  • Page 7: Introduction

    24820-0-0908 page 7 qualified installing agency installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equip- ment or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be performed only by a qualified agency. The term “qualified agen- cy” mean any individual, firm, corporation or company whic...

  • Page 8: Specifications

    24820-0-0908 page 8 model pv28sv50 input btu/hr (kw/h) 19,000 rear - 9,000 front height 25 1/8” width 28 3/16” depth 17 5/8” gas inlet (pipe) 3/8” flair electrical - unit has a 5’ (1.5 m) 3 pronged cordset for con- nection to an approved 115 vac 60 hz maximum amps - 5a wall receptacle. Accessories p...

  • Page 9: Clearances For Direct Vent

    24820-0-0908 page 9 1. Pick a location on a wall with a clear space in the room. In selecting a location for installation, it is necessary to provide adequate accessibility clearances for servicing and proper installation. Be sure to locate the unit close enough to a 110 vac wall receptacle to prope...

  • Page 10: Clearances For Single Flue

    24820-0-0908 page 10 1. Pick a location on a wall with a clear space in the room. In selecting a location for installation, it is necessary to provide adequate accessibility clearances for servicing and proper installation. Be sure to locate the unit close enough to a 115 vac wall receptacle to prop...

  • Page 11: Specifications

    24820-0-0908 page 11 specifications heater with pedestal and single flue adaptor 1 flue outlet 1 1/2” pvc pipe 2 air inlet 3 electric cord 4 3/8” flare connection (inside) 5 single flue adaptor model #pvvk-sh (required) figure 3.

  • Page 12: Specifications - (Continued)

    24820-0-0908 page 12 specifications - (continued) figure 4 heater without pedestal 1 flue outlet 1 1/2” pvc pipe 2 air inlet 3 electric cord 4 3/8” flare connection (inside) 5 single flue adaptor model #pvvk-sh (required).

  • Page 13: Specifications - (Continued)

    24820-0-0908 page 13 specifications - (continued) figure 5 fireplace insert with mantel surround with slim top panel 1 flue outlet 1 1/2” pvc pipe 2 air inlet 3 electric cord 4 3/8” flare connection (inside) 5 single flue adaptor model #pvvk-sh (required) 6 surround model #pve-1 7 top cover kit, sli...

  • Page 14: Specifications - (Continued)

    24820-0-0908 page 14 specifications - (continued) figure 6 fireplace insert with mantel surround with short top panel 1 flue outlet 1 1/2” pvc pipe 2 air inlet 3 electric cord 4 3/8” flare connection (inside) 5 single flue adaptor model #pvvk-sh (required) 6 surround model #pve-1 8 top cover kit, sh...

  • Page 15: Clearance To Combustibles

    24820-0-0908 page 15 clearance to combustibles freestanding models freestanding units a rear wall to heater 0” (2” single flue and 1 1/4” direct vent for serviceability) b side wall to heater 0” (4” recommended for serviceability) c corner installation 0” d mantel clearance see figure 11 fireplace i...

  • Page 16: Rough Framing Dimensions

    24820-0-0908 page 16 rough framing dimensions insert into masonry fireplace a - 13 /34” min. Co-linear 8 1/2” when using direct venting pvvk-24h/pvvk-48h note: dimensions for use with short top pv4h. This is recommended for unit serviceability. B - 25 1/8” c - 28” note: if trim around heater is nece...

  • Page 17: Wall Clearances

    24820-0-0908 page 17 wall clearances figure 14.

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    24820-0-0908 page 18 all logs the positioning of the logs is critical to the safe and clean opera- tion of this heater. Sooting and other problems may result if the logs are not properly and firmly positioned in the appliance. 6. Prior to positioning of top left log and top right log, inspect front b...

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    24820-0-0908 page 19 vent examples for single flue max vent run - 40 ft. Equivalent with three (3) 90° elbows special note: the vent terminal 90° elbow and first 90° elbow off back of the heater, when within 6” (15.2 cm), do not contrib- ute to the overall vent length measurement. For each 45° elbow ...

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    24820-0-0908 page 20 vent examples for single flue (cont.) figure 19 single flue - vertical vent run h = 36’ v = 1’ (1) - 90° = 3’ total = 40’ single flue adaptor model #pvvk-sh figure 21 single flue - venting with shroud installed shroud kit model# pvsh figure 20 venting for existing fireplace inst...

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    24820-0-0908 page 21 figure 23 single flue - vertical vent run with 45 degree elbows vent examples for single flue (cont.) figure 22 minimum exterior grade dimension - single flue, horizontal venting below floor warning: major u.S. Building codes specify minimum chimney and/or vent height above the ...

  • Page 22: Pvvk-Cfa Flex Vent Kit

    24820-0-0908 page 22 available from empire comfort systems, inc. Pvvk-cfa flex vent kit the flex vent kit is a flexible vent hose that is 42” in length. The flex vent kit will be used when installing a mantis into an existing fireplace. The flex vent kit can be cut down, but can only be cut from one end....

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    24820-0-0908 page 23 available from empire comfort systems, inc. Install foam gasket flue adaptor plastic gasket threaded connector attach flue adaptor to back of heater with four (4) screws. Note: no pvc cement is needed to install flue adaptor kit. Install plastic gasket and screw threaded connector...

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    24820-0-0908 page 24 horizontal examples for colinear direct vent figure 27 enhanced top view of figure 26 figure 26 max vent run - 40 ft. Equivalent with three (3) 90° elbows special note: the vent terminal 90° elbow and first 90° elbow off back of the heater, when within 6” (15.2 cm), do not con- t...

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    24820-0-0908 page 25 vertical examples for colinear direct vent figure 28 calculation example of vent run maximum 40’ determining minimum vent height above the roof warning: major u.S. Building codes specify minimum chimney and/or vent height above the rooftop. These minimum heights are necessary in...

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    24820-0-0908 page 26 vertical examples for colinear direct vent single flue model pvvk-sh co-linear direct vent adapter model pvca 12 x height flashing required height air intake ptrap, 2 90° elbows (supplied by installer) or termination cap model pvvtc. Ptrap to face away from roof. Exhaust termina...

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    24820-0-0908 page 27 pvca horizontal colinear direct vent adaptor colinear adapter 1. Attach colinear adaptor to back of heater with two (2) screws. 2. When adapter is connected, continue with your vent run. Cementing pvc joint is recommended, but not required on colinear fresh air intake adaptor. C...

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    24820-0-0908 page 28 pvvtc termination cap vent kit available from empire comfort systems, inc. Termination cap vertical exhaust cap used with 1 1/2” pvc pipe installation. Termination cap also used with colinear transition plate model pvct. Refer to instruction manual for venting examples. Pvc ceme...

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    24820-0-0908 page 29 pvct colinear transition vent kit available from empire comfort systems, inc. Flat roof or chimney application 1. Attach plate to chimney chase or flat roof with four (4) screws. Use outdoor sealant to seal transition plate to the roof or chimney chase. 2. Check local codes to de...

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    24820-0-0908 page 30 direct vent installation instructions flue center exterior grade mantel gas supply 12” (30.5cm) min. Surround do not glue this point direct vent kit model #pvvk-24h or pvvk-48h figure 32 horizontal venting 45° elbow 47.5” (1.2m) figure 33 horizontal venting maximum 47.5” (1.2 m)...

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    24820-0-0908 page 31 direct vent installation instructions (cont.) exterior grade flue center 1 1/4” (3.2cm) min. 12” (30.5cm) min. Floor protection floor protection no hearth required exterior grade flue center 1 1/4” (3.2cm) min. 12” (30.5cm) min. Figure 36 minimum exterior grade dimension - unit ...

  • Page 32

    24820-0-0908 page 32 available from empire comfort systems, inc. Step 1. Install foam gasket on back side of co-axial direct vent adaptor. Step 2. Attach co-axial direct vent adaptor and gasket (4 screws) to the rear of fireplace. Step 3. Attach co-axial air-inlet duct to rear of fireplace (6 screws)....

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    24820-0-0908 page 33 45° elbow 47.5” (1.2m) horizontal venting maximum 47.5” (1.2 m) with 45° elbow. 45° elbow can be purchased from a local hardware store. 47.5” (1.2m) maximum horizontal venting - 47 1/2” (1.2 m) minimum horizontal venting - 4” (10.2 cm) exhaust opening must be pointed downward. D...

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    24820-0-0908 page 34 gas connection installation instructions gas connection (line supply) a 3/8” flair gas line connection is supplied in the heater gas supply line to heater a. Remove top panel from heater by lifting top panel. B. Remove front and rear panel. C. Remove rubber grommet from back pan...

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    24820-0-0908 page 35 operating instructions checklist before operating this appliance, carefully proceed through the following checklist 1. Read and understand these instructions before installing or operating this appliance. 2. This appliance is should be installed and repaired by a fully qualified ...

  • Page 36: Lighting Instructions

    24820-0-0908 page 36 lighting instructions 1. Main electrical power supply must always be switched on to the unit with the two burner switches in the off position (up) before lighting the heater. 2. Turn on main gas supply. 3. Verify that main electrical supply is switched on by checking the 115v ac...

  • Page 37: Lighting Instructions

    24820-0-0908 page 37 lighting instructions for your safety read before lighting warning: if you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or ex- plosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. A. Before lighting smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sur...

  • Page 38: Fan Operation

    24820-0-0908 page 38 fan operation the 3-speed main convection fan will automatically start approximately 3 to 5 minutes after the heater has warmed up. Note: the 3-speed main convection fan is automatically controlled and will operate on three preset speeds. Depending on your burner setting and the...

  • Page 39: Gas Conversion Instructions

    24820-0-0908 page 39 gas conversion instructions warning: conversion must be done by a qualified service technician. Main burner orifices, front burner bushing, and gas conversion label are provided in conversion kit attached to manifold pipe. Conversion instructions from (lp) propane gas to natural g...

  • Page 40: Gas Conversion Instructions

    24820-0-0908 page 40 gas conversion instructions warning: conversion must be done by a qualified service technician. Main burner orifice(s) and new gas conversion label are provided in conversion kit attached to manifold pipe. Conversion instructions from natural gas to (lp) propane gas 1. Turn off ga...

  • Page 41

    24820-0-0908 page 41 automatic humidifier operation most gas heaters dry out the air in the room. The mantis has in- geniously solved this problem with an automatic humidifier. Gas contains moisture which is normally expelled out the flue or chimney after combustion. But the mantis is so efficient by t...

  • Page 42: Optional Controllers

    24820-0-0908 page 42 optional controllers see your mantis dealer for correct controller type. Temperature controllers frbtp battery operated remote w/ programmable thermostat frbtc battery operated remote w/ thermostat trw battery operated wireless remote wall thermostat tmv2 thermostat, 2 stage t24...

  • Page 43: Optional Controllers

    24820-0-0908 page 43 optional controllers r: 24 volt hot w 1 : heat relay stage 1 (front burner) w 2 : heat relay stage 2 (rear burner) c: 24 volt common figure 51 replace front louver panel and plug unit into outlet. Turn both burner switches to on position. Burner switches must remain in the on po...

  • Page 44: Wiring

    24820-0-0908 page 44 wiring (1) (2) black black (3) (4) red yellow (5) (6) red blue (7) (8) brown grey (9) (10) red red (11) (12) black black (13) (14) red red (15) (16) front h.S.I. Front h.S.I. (17) (18) rear h.S.I. Rear h.S.I. (19) (20) brown white (3-5-7) (1) blue black (8) (2) black (15) orange...

  • Page 45: General Information

    24820-0-0908 page 45 general information over temperature cut out the mantis power-vent high-efficiency fireplace is protected against overheating with a high temperature 80°c (176°f) cut off switch to protect the heat exchanger, plastic sump and flue fan. The high temperature cut off switch will auto...

  • Page 46: Maintenance

    24820-0-0908 page 46 maintenance figure 55 front door removal drawing log support plate burner plate rear burner front burner ignitor assembly flame sensor figure 56 main burner drawing cleaning main burner remove main burner and apply air pressure inside the throat and ports of the main burner. Rem...

  • Page 47: Unit Operating Faults

    24820-0-0908 page 47 unit operating faults service and installation of the appliance should be carried out by authorized per- sonnel only. The major cause of operating problems with gas fireplace heaters is improper gas pres- sure, incorrect log placement, improper in- stallation, incorrect flue ins...

  • Page 48: Main Convection Fan

    24820-0-0908 page 48 main convection fan the main convection fan in the heater should be checked, ser- viced and cleaned annually by a qualified service person to ensure that your appliance is operating efficiently. Note: if the main convection fan becomes clogged with lint and dust an over-temperatur...

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    24820-0-0908 page 49 pedestal installation instructions optional pedestal assembly installation 1. Remove pedestal assembly from carton. Handle pedestal with care to avoid paint damage. 2. Place pedestal assembly into position where heater is to be located. 3. Lift and place main body of heater on t...

  • Page 50: Parts List

    24820-0-0908 page 50 please note: when ordering parts, it is very important that part number and description of part coincide. 1 22868 rear panel assembly 2 21654 bracket, pipe assembly 3 22670 rear heat shield assembly 4a 21664 top cover assembly (includes #5) 4b 22933 slim top assembly 5 r8854 bal...

  • Page 51: Parts List

    24820-0-0908 page 51 49 22627 gas line - rear 50 22628 gas line - front 51 m174 gasket 52 11269 gas line bracket 53 r8886 compression fitting 54 r8812 valve, nat 54 r8869 valve, lpg 55 r8898 pipe nipple 56 r8825 solenoid 57 r3312 connector, male 3/8 x 3/8 58 r8827 flex line (2 used) 59 r8846 shut-of...

  • Page 52: Parts View

    24820-0-0908 page 52 parts view 1 4a 5 6 9 7 30 28 33 5 21 15 27 24 28 19 11 12 9 10 9 34 29 31 16 20 14 29 26 25 22 17 8 3 2 13 36 18 35 23 32 4b.

  • Page 53: Parts View

    24820-0-0908 page 53 parts view 68 66 71 83 61 50 47 48 53 54 53 51 60 56 55 48 47 79 52 65 39 40 41 42 38 45 46 88 84 85 86 87 80 77 76 72 82 75 89 44 43 49 37 81 69 70 64 78 63 62 57 59 58 73 58 74 67 90 91.

  • Page 54: Warranty Terms

    24820-0-0908 page 54 warranty terms purchase date: dealer name/phone: limited ten-year heat exchanger warranty empire promises to the owner that if the heat exchanger (see parts list) fails because of defective workmanship or material within ten years from the date of purchase, empire will repair, o...

  • Page 55: Service Notes

    24820-0-0908 page 55 service notes parts can be ordered only through your service person or dealer. For best results, the service person or dealer should order parts through the distributor. Parts can be shipped directly to the service person/dealer. All parts listed in the parts list have a part nu...

  • Page 56: Service Notes

    24820-0-0908 page 56 service notes empire empire comfort systems empire comfort systems inc. 918 freeburg ave. Belleville, il 62220 if you have a general question about our products, please e-mail us at info@empirecomfort.Com. If you have a service or repair question, please contact your dealer. Www...