Travis Industries DVL EF II User manual

DVL Insert EF II Owner's Manual
Featuring the Burner
•Direct Vent Fireplace Insert
•Masonry or Factory Built (Metal) Wood-Burning Fireplace
WARNING: If the information in these instructions 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
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
- Installation and service must be performed by an authorized person, service agency or
the gas supplier.
This appliance is only for use with the type(s) of gas indicated on the rating plate. A conversion kit is
supplied with the appliance.
Installer: After installation give this manual to the home-owner
and explain operation of this heater.
©Copyright 2008, T.I. $10.00 100-01201_000 4040808
Dragon Wholesaling Pty Ltd
Unit 2, 14-16 Lexington Drive, Norwest
NSW. Australia 2153

2Introduction
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Introduction
We welcome you as a new owner of a DVL 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 world over. This manual will
explain the installation, operation, and maintenance of this heater. Please familiarize yourself with the
Owner's Manual before operating your heater and save the manual for future reference. Included are
helpful hints and suggestions that will make the operation and maintenance of your new heater an easier
and more enjoyable experience. We offer our continual support and guidance to help you achieve the
maximum benefit and enjoyment from your heater.
Important Information
No other DVL Insert has the same serial number as
yours. The serial number is below and to the left of the
gas control valve.
This serial number will be needed in case you require
service of any type.
Model: DVL Insert EF II
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
Purchased From:
Mail your warranty card to:
Dragon Wholesaling
Unit 5, 21A Victoria Avenue
Castle Hill, NSW
2154
Save Your Bill of Sale.
To receive full warranty coverage, you will
need to show evidence of the date you
purchased your heater. Do not mail your Bill
of Sale to us.
We suggest that you attach your Bill of Sale
to this page so that you will have all the
information you need in one place should the
need for service or information occur.

Table of Contents 3
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Introduction and Important Information
Introduction................................................................ 2
Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions..................................................... 4
Features & Specifications
Features..................................................................... 6
Installation Options .................................................... 6
Heating Specifications................................................ 6
Dimensions................................................................ 6
Installation
Installation Warnings.................................................. 7
Packing List................................................................ 7
Additional Items Required.......................................... 7
Items Packed with the Face....................................... 7
Order of Installation.................................................... 7
Top Convection Deflector........................................... 8
Fireplace Requirements............................................. 8
Hearth Requirements................................................. 9
Clearances................................................................. 10
Mantel Clearances ............................................... 10
Face Sizing................................................................ 10
Gas Line Requirements ............................................. 12
Gas Line Location ................................................ 12
Gas Inlet Pressure................................................ 12
Vent Requirements .................................................... 13
Altitude Considerations ........................................ 13
Vent Installation…………………………………14
Vent Configuration................................................ 15
Vent Connector Removal and Installation ............ 16
Installation Without Surround Panels......................... 18
Surround Panel Installation........................................ 18
Installation of the On/Off Switch and Rheostat..... 19
Electrical Connection ................................................. 19
Finalizing the Installation
Glass Frame Removal and Installation ...................... 20
Log Set Installation .................................................... 22
Steps for Finalizing the Installation............................. 24
Pilot Flame Inspection................................................ 24
Air Shutter Adjustment............................................... 25
Operation
Before You Begin....................................................... 27
Location of Controls................................................... 27
Starting The Pilot Flame............................................. 28
Starting the Heater for the First Time......................... 29
Turning the Heater On and Off................................... 29
Adjusting the Flame Height........................................ 29
Adjusting the Blower Speed....................................... 30
Normal Operating Sounds.......................................... 30
Normal Operating Odors............................................ 30
Maintenance
Maintaining Your Heater's Appearance...................... 31
Yearly Service Procedure .......................................... 31
Troubleshooting Table ............................................... 32
How this Heater Works .............................................. 33
Wiring Diagram .......................................................... 34
Replacement Parts List.............................................. 34
Safety Label
Safety Label............................................................... 35
Optional Equipment
LPG Instructions ........................................................ 36
Index
Index.......................................................................... 40

4Safety Precautions
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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 by an authorized person to prevent the possibility of an
explosion. Your dealer will know the requirements in your area and can inform you of
those people considered qualified. The room heater should be inspected and cleaned
before use and at least annually by a qualified service person. More frequent cleaning
may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc.
The instructions in this manual must be strictly adhered to. Do not use makeshift methods
or compromise in the installation. Improper installation will void the warranty and safety
listing.
This heater is either approved for natural gas
(NG) or for LPG. Burning the incorrect fuel will
void the warranty and safety listing and may
cause an extreme safety hazard. Direct
questions about the type of fuel used to your
dealer. Check the label and flame adjust knob
on the gas control valve.
Ok
Contact your local building
officials to obtain a permit and
information on any installation
restrictions or inspection
requirements in your area.
Notify your insurance company
of this heater as well.
If the flame becomes sooty, dark
orange in color, or extremely tall,
do not operate the heater. Call
your dealer and arrange for
proper servicing.
It is imperative that control
compartments, screens, or
circulating air passageways of
the heater be kept clean and
free of obstructions. These
areas provide the air necessary
for safe operation. ?Do not operate the heater if it is
not operating properly in any
fashion or if you are uncertain.
Call your dealer for a full
explanation of your heater and
what to expect.
Gas
• DO NOT USE OR STORE
FLAMMABLE MATERIALS
NEAR THIS APPLIANCE.
• DO NOT SPRAY
AEROSOLS IN THE
VICINITY OF THIS
APPLIANCE WHILE IT IS
IN OPERATION.
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• Do not operate if any portion
of the heater was submerged
in water or if any corrosion
occurs.
• Not suitable for operation in
marine environment.

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Do not place clothing 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.
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Light the heater using the built-in
piezo igniter. Do not use
matches or any other external
device to light your heater.
Allow the heater to cool before
carrying out any maintenance or
cleaning.
The viewing glass should be
opened only for lighting the pilot
or conducting service. Do not
operate with cracked, broken, or
removed glass.
Any safety screen or guard
removed for servicing must be
replaced prior to operating the
heater.
Never remove, replace, modify or
substitute any part of the heater
unless instructions are given in
this manual. All other work must
be done by a trained technician.
Don't modify or replace orifices.
Operate the heater according to
the instructions included in this
manual.
If the main burners do not start
correctly turn the gas off at the
gas control valve and call your
dealer for service.
The pilot flame must contact the
thermopile and thermocouple
(see the illustration to the left). If
it does not, turn the gas control
valve to "OFF" and call your
dealer.
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This unit is not for use with solid
fuel
Do not place anything inside the
firebox (except the included fiber
logs).
If the fiber logs become
damaged, replace with Travis
Industries log set.
This
Manual
Do not throw this manual away.
This manual has important
operating and maintenance
instructions that you will need at
a later time. Always follow the
instructions in this manual.
Children and adults should be
alerted to the hazards of high
surface temperature and should
stay away to avoid burns or
clothing ignition. Young children
should be supervised when they
are in the same room as the
heater.
Plug the heater into a 240V
grounded electrical outlet. Do
not remove the grounding plug.
Don’t route the electrical cord in
front of, over, or under the heater
Instruct everyone in the house
how to shut gas off to the
appliance and at the gas main
shutoff valve. The gas main
shutoff valve is usually next to
the gas meter or LPG tank and
requires a wrench to shut off.
Dragon Wholesaling Pty. Inc.
grants no warranty, implied or
stated, for the installation or
maintenance of your heater, and
assumes no responsibility of any
consequential damage(s).

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Installation Warnings
•This appliance must be installed only by authorized persons and in accordance with
the manufacturer's installation instructions, local gas fitting regulations, municipal
building codes, electrical wiring regulations, AS 5601-2004: Gas Installations and
any other statutory regulations.
•Failure to follow all of the requirements may result in property damage, bodily injury,
or even death.
•This heater must be installed by an authorized person who has gone through a
training program for the installation of direct vent gas appliances.
•The heater is designed to operate on natural gas, or LPG. Ensure that the available
gas supply matches the Data Label.
•All exhaust gases must be vented outside the structure of the living-area.
Combustion air is drawn from outside the living-area structure.
•Notify your insurance company before hooking up this heater.
•The requirements listed below are divided into sections. All requirements must be
met simultaneously. The order of installation is not rigid – the authorized person
should follow the procedure best suited for the installation.
Packing List
•Top Convection Deflector (with screws)
•LPG Conversion Kit
•Log Set
•Glass Latch Key (to un-latch glass frame)
•"Fireplace Altered" tag (attach to the fireplace)
•FPX Face Brackets (see pg. 11 for details)
Additional Items Required
•Faceplate
•168 mm (6-5/8”) to 76 mm (3”) & 102 mm (4”) Co-Linear Adapter - with flashing (Travis part # 98900124)
•76 mm (3”) and 102 mm (4”) Diameter Gas Liner
•Direct Vent Cap (Simpson Duravent Part # 991)
•Gas Line Equipment (shutoff valve, pipe, etc.)
Items Packed with the Face
•Face with attachment hardware and cove covers (if necessary)
•Face Installation Instructions
Order of Installation
1Install the Top Convection Deflector (see page 8).
2 If the heater is to use LPG, install the LPG conversion kit (see page 36).
3Install gas line into the fireplace (do not connect to unit).
4Position the heater.
5Connect the gas line and gas vent to the appliance.
6Install the optional surround panels and trim. Attach the on/off switch.
7Follow the instructions under "Finalizing the Installation" on page 24.

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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 masonry fireplace. Repair any fireplace damage
prior to installation.
•Because the insert uses a circulation blower, clean the fireplace, smoke shelf, and chimney prior to
installation.
•This heater may be placed in a bedroom. Please be aware of the large amount of heat this appliance
produces when determining a location.
The DVL inserts 368mm into the
fireplace.
Min. 800mm - additional space may be required for gas line installation
For tight fits (under 711mm), you may remove the manifold. See the section
"Removing the Manifold"
See "Leveling Bolts" for details
on leveling the heater.
Min. 603mm
The gas line and shutoff
valve should be installed
prior to insert placement.
Attach the "This fireplace has been altered..." plate
to the fireplace (use two screws or other suitable
method). You may wish to place it in a location
where it will be covered by the surround panels.

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Clearances
Due to the high temperature of the heater, it should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and
draperies.
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Side
Wall
Combustible or Non-Combustible Mantel
Combustible Top Facing
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Facing
Minimum Clearances
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Sidewall to Insert
Side Facing
Top Facing*
Mantel*
Hearth Extension
Extension onto Hearth
255mm
102mm
900mm**
1000mm**
305mm
35mm
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n
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* The non-combustible top facing must extend
25mm above the top of the surround panels.
** Measured from the base of the insert.
y
Mantel Clearances
The maximum mantel depth is 305 mm at 1000 mm
vertical height.
** For mantel sizes over 305 mm, the vertical height
must be raised to the equivalent length of the
extended mantel depth as reference from the MIN
value (305 mm).
NOTE: The combustible area above the facing must
not protrude more than 19 mm from the facing. If it
does, it is considered a mantel and must meet the
mantel requirements listed in this manual.
305 mm
MIN
430 mm
1000 mm
MIN
1130 mm
1260 mm
Vertical Height
Mantel de
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Altitude Considerations
•This heater has been tested at altitudes ranging from sea level to 2,400 m. In this testing we have found that the
heater, with its standard orifice, burns correctly with just an air shutter adjustment.
•Failure to adjust the air shutter properly may lead to improper combustion which can create a safety hazard.
Consult your dealer or installer if you suspect an improperly adjusted air shutter.
Vent Installation
Inlet 76mm (3”)
Exhaust 102mm (4”)
Inlet
Exhaust
Termination Cap
(Simpson Part # 991)
168mm (6-5/8”) to
76mm (3”) & 102mm
(4”) Co-Linear Adapter
(Travis Part #
98900124)
76mm (3”) dia. Gas Liner
102mm (4”) dia. Gas Liner
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to secure the vent.
Alternative Method: use high-temperature
silicone and secure with screws.
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secure the vent.
Alternative Method: use
high-temperature
silicone and secure with
screws.

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Vent Configuration
Direct Vent Cap (part# 991) 168 mm (6-5/8”) to 76 mm
(3”) & 102 mm (4”) Co-linear
Adapter & Flashing
Travis part# 98900124.
Inlet 76 mm (3”) diameter Exhaust 102 mm (4”) diameter
Recommended block off plate (non-
combustible). Prevents odors from
chimney entering the room.

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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 extra 914 mm at the top). Make sure
the flex is thoroughly stretched.
2. Remove the vent connector and attach it to the flex vent (see the instructions on the following page).
NOTE: be careful of the anti-seize on the connector – it will stain clothing, etc.
3. Pull on the flex vent until the vent connector is at the same height as the insert. Temporarily attach
the flex vent to the top of the chimney (leave extra slack).
4. Slide the insert into place, guiding the vent connector into the guides on top of the insert.
5. Attach the vent connector to the appliance (see the following page for details).
6. Remove any excess slack in the flex line and attach the vent termination.
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Installation (for authorized personnel only) 17
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Vent Connector Removal and Installation (continued)
Vent Connector Removal
Slide the vent
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
into place, lining
up these guides
with the edges of
the vent
connector.
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Push the vent
connector rod in, lift
slightly, and line it up
so the tabs on the end
of the rod engage the
hooks on the vent
connector
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Pull on the vent connector rod until the
vent connector snaps into place. Slide
the vent connector rod in to conceal it.
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WARNING: The anti-seize on
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Installation (for authorized personnel only) 19
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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.
Insert the wires through the rectangular mounting hole (on the
surround panel or control panel) and attach to the on/off switch.
The wires must attach to the top and bottom posts on one side of
the switch - it does not matter which wire is on top. Press the
switch into the rectangular hole until it locks into place.
WARNING:
Make sure the heater
is unpluged before
installing the rheostat.
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(preferred)
Remove the knob and nut from the rheostat. Insert the
shaft on the rheostat through the circular hole (on the
surround panel or control panel). Secure with the nut.
Replace the knob.
Make sure the wires do not contact the burner pan or
other hot surfaces (secure with lock ties if necessary).
Control Panel
(next to gas control valve)
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Electrical Connection
•Route the power cord out of the access hole on the right side of the appliance.
•Plug the power cord into a grounded 240 Volt outlet (do not remove the grounding pin).
•The electrical connection may also be made using the optional Wiring Kit (SKU 97200315).

20 Finalizing the Installation
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Glass Frame Removal and Installation
Warning: The appliance must be completely cool before removing the glass.
Warning: Do not strike or slam the glass.
Note: If using a Victorian Lace or Bungalow face, attach the arch covers after installing the glass.
Open the four latches holding the glass
frame in place (start with the two below
the glass) - follow the directions shown
to the right.
a
Glass Frame
Lift the glass frame up
and pull it forward to
remove. NOTE:
You may need to lift the
glass frame while re-
attaching.
b
Re-Attaching the Glass Frame:
a) Hang the glass frame on the firebox.
b) While holding in place, attach the upper latches
 (follow the instructions to the right in reverse).
c) Lift the glass frame slightly and attach the lower latches.
NOTE:
Replace the cove
covers for those faces
using them.
Twist 1/4 turn.
Top of
Firebox
Glass
The latch will then disengage
from the latch bracket.
Push in on
the latch.
Latch