Empire 34" Rainier Premier Direct-Vent Gas Fireplace Insert
The Empire Rainier Premier Large (model numbers DVCP34BN91N natural gas and DVCP34BN91P propane) is a direct-vent gas insert that turns an existing wood-burning fireplace into a sealed gas fireplace. It has a triple burner, ceramic glass, an accent blower, ember and top accent lights, and a Proflame 2 thermostat remote.
Order one log set, one liner and one surround to complete it. Venting is vertical co-linear flex through the existing chimney, ordered separately; ask us for the vent kit that fits your chimney.
Key Features
- Up to 32,000 Btu/hr (natural gas) or 31,000 (propane)
- 19" H x 28 1/4" W viewing area
- Triple burner, with two of the three burners raised
- Proflame 2 control with a multi-function thermostat remote for flame, lights and blower
- Accent blower, ember light and top accent light
- Battery backup for the ignition
- Ceramic glass front with safety barrier screen
- Approved for bedrooms (US and Canada)
What to Order With It
The insert comes with its glass door, barrier screen, rock wool embers and remote.
Log set (one required):
Liner (one required):
Surround (one required):
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Surround, small, 3-sided, 1" deep, matte black (40" W x 29" H) (DS34401BL)
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Surround, small, 3-sided, flush, matte black (40" W x 29" H) (DS34400BL)
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Surround, medium, 3-sided, 1" deep, matte black (44" W x 31" H) (DS34441BL)
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Surround, medium, 3-sided, flush, matte black (44" W x 31" H) (DS34440BL)
Optional – Decorative fronts and frames:
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Forged Iron Front, Black (DFI34BL)
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Forged Iron Front, Bronze (DFI34BZ)
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Forged Iron Front, Distressed Pewter (DFI34DP)
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Forged Iron Arch Inset, Black (DFI34ABL)
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Forged Iron Arch Inset, Oil-Rubbed Bronze (DFI34ABZ)
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Forged Iron Arch Inset, Distressed Pewter (DFI34ADP)
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Forged Iron Rectangle Inset, Black (DFI34RBL)
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Forged Iron Rectangle Inset, Oil-Rubbed Bronze (DFI34RBZ)
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Forged Iron Rectangle Inset, Distressed Pewter (DFI34RDP)
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Beveled Window Frame, Textured Black (DFB34BL)
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Beveled Window Frame, Oil-Rubbed Bronze (DFB34BZ)
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Beveled Window Frame, Brushed Nickel (DFB34BN)
Specifications
| Model numbers |
DVCP34BN91N, DVCP34BN91P |
| Type |
Direct-vent gas fireplace insert for a wood-burning fireplace |
| Input, maximum |
32,000 Btu/hr natural gas, 31,000 propane (all three burners high) |
| Input, low fire |
21,000 natural gas, 24,500 propane (three burners low) |
| Control |
Proflame 2 with multi-function thermostat remote (included); battery backup |
| Fuel |
Natural gas (N) or propane (P); convertible only with an Empire certified kit |
| Insert size |
23 1/16" H x 34 3/8" W front, 17 7/16" deep |
| Viewing area |
19" H x 28 1/4" W |
| Minimum fireplace opening |
24 1/2" high x 34 1/2" wide x 18 1/2" deep |
| Venting |
Co-linear, vertical only: 3" combustion air intake and 4" exhaust, flexible aluminum or stainless; up to 40 ft |
| Electrical |
120 VAC cord for the blower; GFCI where required |
| Gas inlet |
3/8" shut-off valve (included) |
| Bedrooms |
May be installed in a bedroom or bed-sitting room (US and Canada) |
Installation Requirements
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Where it can go: into a code-compliant masonry or listed factory-built wood-burning fireplace with a working chimney; the chimney and firebox must be cleaned and inspected first. May go into a listed wood-burning fireplace in a permanently located manufactured (mobile) home where codes allow (US only).
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Fireplace opening: at least 24 1/2" high x 34 1/2" wide x 18 1/2" deep (subtract the surround depth from the depth).
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Venting: vertical co-linear venting only, through the existing chimney to its own cap in open air: 3" flex for the combustion air and 4" flex for the exhaust, aluminum or stainless, up to 40 ft. It cannot terminate horizontally, cannot share a cap with other flues and must never connect to a chimney serving another appliance.
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Hearth and clearances: keep the original non-combustible hearth extension (at least 16" in front of the fireplace; no wood, vinyl or carpet directly in front). Keep the original clearances of a factory-built fireplace; on a masonry fireplace keep combustible mantels and trim projecting over 1 1/2" at least 12" above the opening, and projections under 1 1/2" at least 6" above it. Nothing combustible behind the surround or insert.
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Surround and barrier: a surround supplied by Empire is required, and the barrier screen that comes with the insert must be installed.
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Electrical: the 120 VAC cord can plug into a junction box in the fireplace or an outlet on the hearth; GFCI protection where code requires it.
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High altitude: above 2,000 ft in the US the input may need to be reduced with a smaller orifice, generally 4% per 1,000 ft; confirm the orifice with Empire.
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Installation: must be installed by a qualified installer per the installation manual and local codes. In Massachusetts the installation must be done by a licensed plumber or gas fitter.
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Warranty
Empire limited warranty, from the warranty section of the installation manual:
- Combustion chamber, heat exchanger and factory-installed glass: limited lifetime parts
- All other components, except remote controls, thermostats, accessories and replacement parts: 3 years parts
- Remote controls, thermostats, accessories and parts: 1 year parts
The warranty is for the original purchaser. Claims go through the dealer where it was bought. Full terms are in the warranty section of the installation manual.
