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Travis Industries DVS Insert EF II manual

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    D VS In s ert EF II Own e r's M an ual Featuring the Burner Tested and Listed by OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc. Beaverton, Oregon Report # 028-F-73-5 ANSI Z21.88 • Direct Vent Fireplace Insert • Masonry or Factory Built (Metal) Wood-Burning Fireplace • Residential or Mobile Home WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not foll[...]

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    2 Introduction © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of a DVS Insert. In purchasing this fireplace insert you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an energy system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics. It is one of the finest home heaters the worl[...]

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    Table of Contents 3 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Introduction and Important Information Introduction ......................................................2 Safety Precautions Safety Precautions ............................................4 Features & Specifications Features ..........................................................6 [...]

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    4 Safety Precautions © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 IF YOU SMELL GAS: * Do not light any appliance * Extinguish any open flame * Do not touch any electrical switch or plug or unplug anything * Open windows and vacate building * Call gas supplier from neighbor's house, if not reached, call fire department This unit must be installed b y[...]

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    Safety Precautions 5 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Do not place clothin g or other flammable items on or near the heater. Because this heater can be controlled by a thermostat there is a possibility of the heater turning on and igniting any items placed on or near it. Li g ht the heater usin g the built- in piezo igniter. Do not use matche[...]

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    6 Features and Specifications © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Features • Works During Power Outages (millivolt system) • High Efficiency • Optional Thermostat or Remote Control • Ember Fyre™ Burner for "Wood Fire" Look • Quiet Blower for Effective Heat Distribution • Convenient Operating Controls • Variable-Rate Hea[...]

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    Installation (for qualified installers only) 7 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Installation Warnings • Failure to follow all of the requirements may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. • This heater must be installed by a qualified installer who has gone through a training program for the installation of direct vent [...]

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    8 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Top Convection Deflector Install the top convection deflector as shown to the right. The deflector is shipped on top of the insert. The screws are shipped inside the owner's pack. Fireplace Requirements • Insert must be placed within a code-conforming mason[...]

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    Installation (for qualified installers only) 9 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Factory-Built (Metal) Wood-Burning Fireplace Requirements The damper (" A ") and grate (with log set) (" B ") must be removed (see the illustration below) The smoke shelf (" C "), internal baffles (" D "), screen (" E &[...]

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    10 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Clearances Due to the high temperature of the heater, it should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies. Side Wall Combustible or Non-Combustible Mantel Combustible Top Facing Non-Combustible Facing Minimum Clearances k l m n x Sidewall to[...]

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    Installation (for qualified installers only) 11 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Face Sizing Face Height Width Notes Rawhide 22-1/2” 32” Victorian 22-1/2” 32” Rosario 21-9/16” 32” Cambridge 21-1/2” 33” Craftsman 21-1/2” 32” Classic Arched, Artisan 22 ” 30 ” Side begins arch 3-1/2” below top - 34” radius Metropolita[...]

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    12 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Face Mounting Brackets -- Arched, Metropolitan, Artisan Vict. Lace Faces Some Arched, Artisan, Metropolitan, and Victorian Lace Faces include old brackets that will not mount to the heater (see illustration below). For these faces, make sure to use the new mounti[...]

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    Installation (for qualified installers only) 13 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Gas Line Requirements MASSACHUSETTS INSTALLATIONS - WARNING: THIS PRODUCT MUST BE INSTALLED BY A LICENSED PLUMBER OR GAS FITTER WHEN INSTALLED WITHIN THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS. OTHER MASSACHUSETTS CODE REQUIREMENTS: • Flexible connector must not be long[...]

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    14 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Vent Requirements • The gas appliance and vent system must be vented directly to the outside of the building, and never be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel or gas-burning appliance. Each direct vent gas appliance must use it's own separa[...]

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    Installation (for qualified installers only) 15 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Vent Restrictor WARNING : Restrictor adjustment should only be done by a qualified installer. Only those installations determined to be over-drafting require this adjustment. The best indication of over-drafting is a hyper-active flame pattern (flames that move t[...]

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    16 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Vent Location • A vent restrictor is built into the appliance to adjust the flow rate of exhaust gases. This ensures proper combustion for all vent configurations. Depending upon the vent configuration, you may be required to adjust the restrictor position. The[...]

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    Installation (for qualified installers only) 17 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Vent Connector Removal and Installation • The vent connector is shipped attached to the insert, but may be removed to facilitate tight installations. See the directions below for installation. 1. Route the flex vent through the chimney from above (leave an extr[...]

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    18 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Vent Connector Removal and Installation (continued) Vent Connector Removal Slide the connector to the rear. It will "snap" out. Pull the vent connector rod forward. Vent Connector Installation Attach the flex vent to the vent connector. Slide the insert[...]

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    Installation (for qualified installers only) 19 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Surround Panel Installation PANEL SIZE W IDTH HEIGHT PART # 8" x 10" Rectangular 40 -3/8" 28-7/8" 98500610 Arched (8” x 10”) 4 0 -3/8" 28-7/8" 98500622 10” x 13” Rectangular 44-3/8" 31-7/8" 98500611 1 Follow the dir[...]

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    20 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Installation of the On/Off Switch and Rheostat The on/off switch and rheostat may be installed in either the surround panels or control panel. See the illustration below for installation details. c a Disconnect the red and brown wires leading to the on/off switch[...]

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    Finalizing the Installation 21 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Glass Frame Removal and Installation Warning: The appliance must be completely cool before removing the glass. Warning: Do not strike or slam the glass. Open the four latches holding the glass frame in place (start with the two below the glass) - follow the directions shown to th[...]

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    22 Finalizing the Installation © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Glass Frame Removal and Installation (continued) The spring pin can come loose from the latch assembly. This occurs when it is turned 1/4 turn when it is disengaged. Follow the directions below to re-install the spring pin if it becomes loose. To re-install the spring pin, first [...]

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    Finalizing the Installation 23 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Log Set Installation Install the rear log. The two pins install into holes on the log. Install the left log. This pin & bolt insert into holes in the bottom of the log. The right log installs the same way. When in place, the logs look like this.[...]

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    24 Finalizing the Installation © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 These 2 pins install into holes in the bottom of the left twig. The right twig installs over this pin. When in place, the log set should look like the pictures above. Use a kibble to cover any exposed screws. You may wish to flatten the kibble to provide better coverage. Place ot[...]

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    Finalizing the Installation 25 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Steps for Finalizing the Installation 1. Remove the glass (see page 21). NOTE: If using propane (LP) convert the appliance prior to installing the logs. 2. We recommend you purge the gas line at this time (with the glass removed). This allows gas to be detected once it enters the[...]

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    26 Finalizing the Installation © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 FINE TUNING THE EMBER-FYRE™ BURNER Each installation is affected by altitude, vent configuration, and fuel quality. Because of this, the restrictor and air shutter may need to be fine tuned to each installation. Follow the hints below to fine- tune the burner for optimum perfor[...]

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    Operation 2 7 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Before You Begin • Read this entire manual before you use your new heater (especially the section "Safety Precautions" on pages 4 & 5). Failure to follow the instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Location of Controls Open the access door to view[...]

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    2 8 Operation © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Starting The Pilot Flame The pilot flame is required to ignite the main burners (it also plays a safety role). It should be left on once lit. It will stay lit unless the gas control valve is turned to "OFF". However, the pilot will go out if the gas is shut off, the propane tank runs ou[...]

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    Operation 2 9 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Starting the Heater for the First Time • Burn the heater at a high setting with the blower off for an extended period (up to 48 hours). This will cure the painted surfaces. Fumes from the paint curing and oil burning off the steel will occur. This is normal. We recommend opening a window to ven[...]

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    3 0 Operation © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Adjusting the Blower Speed The blower helps transfer heat from the heater into the room. It will not turn on until the heater is up to temperature (approximately 10 minutes after starting). See the illustration below for instructions on adjusting the blower speed. OFF Turn the dial all the way co[...]

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    Maintenance 31 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Maintaining Your Heater's Appearance Fingerprints or other marks left on the optional plated surface may become etched in place if they are not wiped clean prior to turning the heater on. Clean the plated surfaces with denatured alcohol and a soft cloth (with the heater cool). Other cleaner[...]

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    32 Maintenance © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Troubleshooting Table Problem: Possible Cause: Don't Call for Service Until You: Pilot Will Not Light A gas shut off valve is turned off The gas control knob isn't turned to "PILOT" The valve control knob isn't pushed in The igniter wasn't pressed repeatedly No Prop[...]

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    Maintenance 33 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 How this Heater Works This heater was designed with safety as the primary concern. Many of the components inside this heater are for safety purposes. Therefore, only certified gas service technicians should service this heater. What Turns the Main Burners On and Off This heater uses a millivolt [...]

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    34 Maintenance © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Wiring Diagram Orange White Piezo Igniter Thermopile Red Thermocouple Copper Co-Axial Wire Red Spark Electrode Pilot Hood On/Off Switch Brown Green Hot (black) Common (white) Ground (green) Power In Molex Connector Ground (attached to stove) White Black Rheostat Black Black White Black Snap Disk[...]

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    Safety Label 35 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Safety Label The safety (listing) label is attached to the operating tag (chained to the heater near the gas control valve). A copy is shown below[...]

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    3 6 Limted 7 Year Warranty © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 To register your TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. 7 Year Warranty, complete the enclosed Warranty card and mail it within ten (10) days of the appliance purchase date to: TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC., 4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW, Mukilteo, WA 98275. TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. warrants this gas appli[...]

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    Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) 37 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 LP Conversion Instructions Install the conversion kit prior to installing the gas line to ensure proper gas use. 1 Remove the glass (see page 21). Remove the logs and coals (if installed - page 23) 2 Remove the burner (see illustration below). WARNING : Do [...]

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    38 Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 3 Follow the directions below to replace the orifices. Look here for the orifice identification Apply thread sealant to the LP orifices prior to installation. Use the chart below to identify the correct orifices. LP .0625 NG #37 c Orifice Manifold 1/2"[...]

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    Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) 39 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 5 Install the logs and embers. 6 Replace glass and face. 7 Remove the regulator from the front of the gas control valve. Replace with the propane regulator, using the new gasket and screws included with the regulator. NOTE: Leak test this area after the hea[...]

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    40 Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Firebacks Slide the top of the rear fireback behind the baffle on top of the firebox and pivot it back into place. It rests on the shelf at the back of the firebox. Hold the side firebacks at a slight angle and place them into position (both sides). Remove [...]

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    Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) 41 © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Lower Surround Panel The older lower surround panel (sku 98500619 and 98500628) are installed in a different fashion than illustrated in the instruction sheet included with the panel. Follow the directions below. 1 Prepare the panel following the directions[...]

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    42 Index © Travis Industries 4060111 100-01175 Additional Items Required ....................................7 Adjusting the Blower Speed ..................................3 0 Adjusting the Flame Height ..................................2 9 Air Shutter Adjustment ........................................2 5 Altitude Considerations .................[...]