Empire Tahoe Clean-Face Premium 36" Direct Vent Gas Fireplace, IP Control
The Empire Tahoe Clean-Face Premium 36" with intermittent pilot control (model numbers DVCP36BP70N for natural gas and DVCP36BP70P for propane) is a zero-clearance direct-vent gas fireplace built for in-wall installation. Tile or other non-combustible material can run up to the edge of the fireplace for a built-in look.
It uses intermittent pilot ignition with an AC adapter and battery backup, and it accepts the optional remotes, wall controls and the variable flame remote kit. The barrier screen is included; the ceramic fiber log set is required and sold separately.
Key Features
- Up to 24,000 Btu/hr input on natural gas or propane
- Viewing area 30 1/2" x 24 7/8"
- Tempered glass with an included barrier screen
- Hand-painted ceramic fiber log set, sold separately
- Optional liners: aged brick, rustic brick or black porcelain
- Optional variable-speed blower and lighting kit, each with a dimmer
- 4" x 6 5/8" direct venting from the top
- Zero clearance to combustibles at the back, sides and floor
What to Order With It
The fireplace ships with its barrier screen. It needs the log set before it can run.
Required – Log set (choose one):
Optional – Liners:
Optional – Remotes and wall controls:
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Remote, Battery Receiver/Remote, On/Off (FRBC)
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Remote, Battery Receiver/Remote, Thermostat (FRBTC2)
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Remote, Electric Receiver/Battery Remote, On/Off (FREC)
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Remote, Battery Receiver/Remote, TouchScreen, Programmable (FRBTPS)
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Wall Switch, On/Off (FWS1)
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Wall Thermostat, Reed Switch (TMV)
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Wall Thermostat, Wireless (TRW)
Optional – Variable remote kit (intermittent pilot models):
Optional – Accessories:
Optional – Vent kits:
Optional – Conversion kits:
Specifications
| Model numbers |
DVCP36BP70N, DVCP36BP70P |
| Framing (rough opening) |
38" W x 47 1/4" H x 17 5/8" D |
| Appliance dimensions |
37 7/16" W x 38 1/4" H x 17 1/2" D (face, without standoffs or nailing flanges) |
| Fireplace opening |
34" x 31 3/8" (W x H) |
| Viewing area |
30 1/2" x 24 7/8" (W x H) |
| Fuel |
Natural gas (N) or propane (P) |
| Input, maximum |
24,000 Btu/hr, natural gas and propane |
| Venting |
Direct vent, 4" x 6 5/8", top only |
| Control |
Intermittent pilot with on/off switch, battery backup and AC adapter |
| Barrier screen |
Included |
| Blower |
Optional (FBB10, variable speed) |
| Lighting |
Optional (LK6, with dimmer) |
| Electrical |
120V, 60Hz, 1 amp supply at the right side; the ignition runs on an AC adapter with battery backup |
| Gas connection |
1/2" NPT |
| Installation type |
Zero clearance |
| Listing |
ANSI Z21.88/CSA 2.33 |
| High altitude |
Above 2,000 ft in the US the input may need to be reduced with a smaller orifice; see the manual |
| Manufactured (mobile) home |
May be installed in an aftermarket, permanently located manufactured home (USA only) where local codes allow |
| Shipping weight |
132 lb |
| Style |
Traditional, clean-face |
Installation Requirements
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Clearances to combustibles: back 0", sides 0", floor 0". The area above the opening is finished with the non-combustible board shipped with the fireplace; see the manual for the top framing edge.
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Ceiling: at least 72" from the bottom edge of the fireplace to the ceiling.
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Side wall: at least 6" from the side of the fireplace to an adjacent side wall.
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Chase: at least 24" from the top framing edge to the top of the chase.
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Mantel: follow the mantel chart in the installation manual for any combustible mantel above the unit.
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Framing: frame with 2 x 4 lumber and a header across the top. The nailing flanges set for 1/2", 5/8" or 3/4" facing.
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Floor: on carpet, tile or any combustible floor other than wood, set the fireplace on a metal or wood panel the full width and depth of the unit.
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Venting: 4" x 6 5/8" direct vent from the top only. The longest horizontal run is 20 ft, with at least 8 ft of vertical rise; island and room-divider installs follow the same limit. Keep 2" below and beside horizontal vent pipe and 3" above it. Check the vent graph in the manual for your layout.
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Power: the ignition runs on an AC adapter with battery backup; run a 120V supply to the right side for the optional blower and lighting kit.
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Installation: must be installed by a qualified installer per the installation manual and local codes.
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Warranty
Empire limited parts warranty for Tahoe Clean-Face Premium fireplaces, from the warranty section of the installation manual:
- Factory-installed glass: limited lifetime
- Combustion chamber and heat exchanger: limited lifetime
- All other components, except remote controls, thermostats, lights, accessories and replacement parts: 3 years
- Remote controls, thermostats, lights, accessories and replacement parts: 1 year
The warranty covers parts for the original purchaser. Travel, diagnostic and freight charges are not covered. Full terms are in the warranty section of the installation manual.
