Empire Comfort Systems AV36MTEKN-1 Quick start guide

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER’S MANUAL
TRIPLE BURNER
(REQUIRES VENTED DECORATIVE
LOG SET)
FOR INSTALLATION IN
SOLID-FUEL BURNING FIREPLACES
MODELS
AV(36,42)MTEKN-1
CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of your
new DOUBLE GAS BURNER! Your Decorative
Gas Burner is designed and intended for instal-
lation in an approved, existing, fully vented,

General Information: These instructions
are intended as a general guide and do not
supersede national or local codes in any
way. Authorities having jurisdiction should
be consulted before installation.
Installation and provision for combustion
and ventilation air must conform to the Na-
tional Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or CAN/
CGA-B149.1, Natural Gas Installation Code,
or CAN/CGA-B149.2, Propane Installation
Code.
This appliance must be installed only in a solid-


IMPORTANT! Read these instructions
carefully before installing or operating this
gas appliance. These instructions should
be left with the homeowner for future
reference.
Installer: Leave this manual with the appliance.
Consumer: Retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING
If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a re or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other
ammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do
not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the
gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the re department.
— Installation and service must be
performed by a qualied installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
The vent damper must have a damper
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



DANGER
If not installed, operated and maintained
in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions, this product could expose
you to substances in fuel or from fuel
combustion which can cause death or
serious illness.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Before You Start3
4
Important Safety Information5 - 6
Safety Information for Users of LP-Gas7
General Information8
8
Fireplace Preparation9
Introduction9
Gas Supply10
Before Fully Installing the Appliance 11
Installation12 - 14
Final Set Up15
Operation16
Door Operation16
Maintenance & Service17
Troubleshooting17
Exploded View & Parts List18
Master Parts Distributor List19
How To Order Repair Parts19
Warranty20
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BEFORE YOU START
Samples and Denitions:
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result

WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could

CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could

NOTICE: 
 
 
These instructions are intended as a general guide
and do not supersede national or local codes in
any way. Authorities having jurisdiction should be
consulted before installation.
 
combustion and ventilation air or in the absence
of local codes follow the National Fuel Gas Code


 
ventilation air must conform to the National Fuel
Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or CAN/CGA-B149.1,
Natural Gas Installation Code, or CAN/CGA-B149.2,
Propane Installation Code.
 

installation must conform with the Standard for
Mobile House, CAN/CSA Z240 MH, in Canada,
or with the Manufactured Home Constructions
and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280,
in the United States, or when such a standard is
not applicable, Manufactured Home Installations
Standard, ANSI/NCSBCS A225.1/NFPA 501A.

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CARTON CONTENTS & HARDWARE PACK
HARDWARE PACK CONTENTSCARTON CONTENTS

AV(36,42)MTEKN-1
Index
Number
Description Quantity
Supplied
1 Clip - Left 1
2 Clip - Right 1
3Triple Burner Assembly 1
4 Compression Fitting 1
5 Ember Burner Pan 1
6 Ember Burner 1
7 Damper Clamp 1
8 Flexline 1
9 1
10  2
12  3
13 Crushed Glass 2


standard hardware items and can be purchased at any local

10
12
11
8
3
5
4
6
2
1
9
7
1/4
”X1 1/4” SLOTTED HEX HEAD ANCHOR SCREW (2)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Installer: Leave these instructions with the owner for future





WARNING



WARNING


WARNING
Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other

DANGER




WARNING

 Installation and repair must be done by a QUALIFIED
The appliance should be inspected



is imperative that control compartments, burners and

 

 

 

 

appliance and to replace any part of the control system and

 
Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible

 
 A yearly examination and cleaning of the venting system


 

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temperatures and caution them to stay away to avoid burns
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and placement on the grate and must be followed for proper
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clamp must
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WARNING
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WARNING
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
-


DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISCONNECT THE GAS OR ANY GAS
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NEVER leave the decorative gas log set unattended while in
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
NEVER use liquid propane gas in a natural gas unit, or natural
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
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Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an appliance
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
During manufacturing, fabrication, and shipping, various com-
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ventilation by opening a window or door, to allow odors to dis-


NEVER PLACE ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL WITHIN
TWENTY-FOUR (24) INCHES FROM THE FRONT OF THE
FIREPLACE ENCLOSURE.
WARNING


appliance and replace any part of the control system and any


standard units, the pilot is located at the right, rear, center of the








WARNING
-


WARNING

damper, when used with decorative gas log sets, be welded
-
sachusetts, this appliance must be installed by a licensed

WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or main-
tenance, can cause property damage, personal injury or loss



GAS WARNING ODOR
If a gas leak happens, you should be able to smell the gas
because of the odorant put in the LP-Gas.
That’s your signal to go into immediate action!
 

 

 
 



 
         
  

Finally,

        


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SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USERS OF LP-GAS
Propane (LP-Gas) is a ammable gas which can cause res
and explosions. In its natural state, propane is odorless and
colorless. You may not know all the following safety precautions
which can protect both you and your family from an accident.
Read them carefully now, then review them point by point with
the members of your household. Someday when there may not
be a minute to lose, everyone's safety will depend on knowing
exactly what to do. If, after reading the following information,
you feel you still need more information, please contact your
gas supplier.
NO ODOR DETECTED - ODOR FADE
Some people cannot smell well. Some people cannot smell
the odor of the chemical put into the gas. You must nd out if
you can smell the odorant in propane.


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The odorant in LP-gas is colorless, and it can fade under some
circumstances.



The odorant in escaped gas can adsorb or absorb onto or into
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LP-Gas may stratify in a closed area, and the odor intensity could
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
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SOME POINTS TO REMEMBER
 Learn to recognize the odor of LP-gas. Your local LP-Gas
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prior to and while lighting pilot lights or performing service or
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          


where the conditions are such that you may not detect the odor
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 



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of service for a time may develop internal rust which will cause

If you have any question
about the gas odor, call your LP-GAS dealer. Aperiodic
sniff test of the LP-GAS is a good safety measure under
any condition.
 
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immediate action recommended above for the occasion when
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 
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container valve is left on, the container may draw in some air
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-
tainer is under vapor pressure by turning it off at the container
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Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equipment
or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be per-


or through a representative is engaged in and is responsible for (a)
the installation or replacement of gas piping or (b) the connection,
installation, repair or servicing of equipment, who is experienced in


State of Massachusetts: The installation must be made
          

The installation and the provisions for combustion and ventilation
air must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1
NFPA54* Canadian Installation Code CAN/CGA B149.
*Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc. 11
West 42nd St., New York, N.Y. 10018.
High Altitude Installation
When installing this unit at an elevation above 2000 feet (in the
United States) it may be necessary to decrease the input rating by
     
input should be reduced 4 percent for each 1000 feet above sea



For Canadian high altitude applications, this appliance is suitable for
installation at elevations between 0 feet (0m) and 4,500 (1,370m)

When installing this unit at an elevation above 4500 feet (1,370m)

Consult your local gas utility for assistance in determining the proper

GENERAL INFORMATION
Natural
Gas
Gas inlet pressure  
 
Model Gas
Type
Valve
Type Orice BTUH Max. Rate
AV36 NAT Manual 19 120,000
AV42 NAT Manual 12 140,000
 
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
MINIMUM FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS
MASONRY BUILT FIREPLACES
Chimney Height Minimum of 6 Feet
LOG SET
SIZE
FRONT
WIDTH IN
INCHES*
DEPTH IN
INCHES
HEIGHT IN
INCHES
MINIMUM
VENT

INCHES
36” 42 18 18 71
42” 48 18 18 71
MINIMUM FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS
FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACES
Chimney Height Minimum of 10 Feet
LOG SET
SIZE
FRONT
WIDTH IN
INCHES*
DEPTH IN
INCHES
HEIGHT IN
INCHES
MINIMUM
VENT

INCHES
36” 24 18 18 71
42” 30 18 18 71


WARNING



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 

 
 
           


Installing Damper Clamp

is equipped with an ash dump be sure to seal the door with furnace



Place the clamp over the lip of the damper and tighten the hold

 Figure 1
FIREPLACE PREPARATION
Introduction
Always consult your local Building Department regarding regula-
tions, codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of a

This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on

Instructions to Installer
 

 

 

WARNING
ANY CHANGE TO THIS APPLIANCE OR ITS CONTROLS

Improper installation or use of the appliance can cause se-
rious injury or death from re, burns, explosion or carbon
monoxide poisoning.
INTRODUCTION
General Information
Any alteration of the original design, installed other than as
shown in these instructions or use with a type of gas not
shown on the rating plate is the responsibility of the person
and company making the change.
Important


Notice: During initial use of the ceramic logs and branches you
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
Recommended Gas Pipe Diameter
Pipe Length Schedule 40 Pipe
Inside Diameter
Tubing, Type L
Outside Diameter
   
0-10 feet
0-3 meters








10-40 feet
4-12 meters
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






40-100 feet
13-30 meters
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



19mm


100-150 feet
31-46 meters

19mm





19mm
NOTICE:

NOTICE: Since some municipalities have additional local codes, it

Installing a New Main Gas Cock



Where none exists, or where its size or location is not adequate,

Compounds used on threaded joints of gas piping shall be resistant


solution watching for bubbles on all exposed connections, and if

Never use an exposed ame to check for leaks. Appliance must
be disconnected from piping at inlet of control valve and pipe
capped or plugged for pressure test. Never pressure test with
appliance connected; control valve will sustain damage!
A gas valve and ground joint union should be installed in the gas

the National Fuel Gas Code that a drip line be installed near the gas

into the gas line that is capped on the bottom in which condensation

The use of the following gas connectors is recommended:
 
and Fittings
       
Other Than All-Metal Construction
The above connectors may be used if acceptable by the authority
        

A gas valve and ground joint union should be installed in the gas

by the National Fuel Gas Code that a drip leg be installed near

length of pipe tee connected into the gas line that is capped
on the bottom in which condensation and foreign particles may

Figure 2
Figure 3
Pressure Testing of the Gas Supply System
 

be placed immediately upstream of the gas supply connection

        
disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of

 
by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure
testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal

Attention! If one of the procedures results in pressures in excess


GAS SUPPLY