Empire Tahoe Deluxe 36" Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
The Empire Tahoe Deluxe 36" gives you the traditional look most people picture when they think of a gas fireplace: louvers above and below, and five hand-painted ceramic fiber logs glowing on a contour burner.
It is a zero-clearance direct vent gas fireplace (model numbers DVD36FP30, DVD36FP31, DVD36FP70 and DVD36FP71, each ending N for natural gas or P for propane), just 16 3/8" deep, with millivolt or intermittent pilot control.
The Empire Tahoe Deluxe 36": The Classic Size, Built Shallow
The 36" width suits most living rooms and family rooms, and up to 20,000 Btu/hr on natural gas or propane takes the chill off without overheating a smaller space. Millivolt models turn down to 14,000 Btu/hr on natural gas.
At 16 3/8" deep, it is shallower than the Premium and Luxury 36", which helps in a remodel where the wall cavity is tight. It vents 4" x 6 5/8" from the top or the rear and needs zero clearance at the back, sides and floor.
Compare it with the other sizes and trims in our Empire Tahoe fireplaces collection, or see all direct vent gas fireplaces.
Comparing trims? Our guide to the Empire Tahoe Deluxe vs. Premium vs. Luxury explains what each one adds. Our article on millivolt vs. electronic ignition compares the two control types.
Features
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Five-piece log set included: hand-painted ceramic fiber logs on a contour-style burner.
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16 3/8" deep: shallower than the Premium and Luxury 36".
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Heat output: up to 20,000 Btu/hr on natural gas or propane.
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Two control choices: millivolt (FP30, FP31) runs without house power; intermittent pilot (FP70, FP71) has battery backup.
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Blower options: installed on FP31 and FP71 models; the FBB4 blower can be added to the others.
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Top or rear venting: 4" x 6 5/8" direct vent.
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Zero clearance: 0" to combustibles at the back, sides and floor.
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Optional liners: aged brick, stacked limestone, herringbone brick or black porcelain.
Package Contents
- Tahoe Deluxe 36" fireplace for natural gas or propane, in the control you choose
- Contour-style burner with a five-piece ceramic fiber log set
- Blower, installed on FP31 and FP71 models
A front is required and ordered separately: the black barrier, or the door frame with barrier if you add a door set (see below).
What to Order With It
The fireplace ships with its log set. It needs a front before it can run.
Required (choose one front):
Optional – Liners:
Optional – Door set (requires the Door Frame with Barrier, DVWB2BL):
Optional – Outer frame and bottom trim:
Optional – Louvers:
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 |
DVD36FP30N, DVD36FP30P, DVD36FP31N, DVD36FP31P, DVD36FP70N, DVD36FP70P, DVD36FP71N, DVD36FP71P |
| Framing (rough opening) |
37 3/8" W x 35 3/4" H x 16 3/8" D; add 3 3/4" to the height when using a flush mantel base |
| Appliance dimensions |
37" W x 35 5/8" H x 16 3/8" D (32 3/4" H without the top standoffs) |
| Fuel |
Natural gas (N) or propane (P) |
| Input, maximum |
20,000 Btu/hr, natural gas and propane |
| Input, minimum (millivolt models) |
14,000 Btu/hr natural gas; 16,500 Btu/hr propane |
| Venting |
Direct vent, 4" x 6 5/8", top or rear |
| Control |
Millivolt standing pilot (FP30, FP31); intermittent pilot (FP70, FP71) |
| Blower |
Included on FP31 and FP71 |
| Gas connection |
1/2" NPT |
| Installation type |
Zero clearance |
| Listing |
ANSI Z21.88 |
| 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 |
102 to 105 lb, depending on model |
| Style |
Traditional |
Installation Requirements
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Clearances to combustibles: back 0", sides 0", floor 0", top standoffs 0", top framing edge 3".
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Ceiling: at least 36" from the top front 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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Mantel: follow the mantel chart in the installation manual for any combustible mantel or projection above the unit. Only non-combustible material may cover the black fireplace front.
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Framing: the 35 3/4" framing height includes a 3" space for the top standoffs. The finished wall must cover that 3" opening above the firebox, so plan the facing before you frame.
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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, top or rear. The horizontal run can be up to 20 ft; island and room-divider installs need at least 8 ft of vertical rise. Check the vent graph in the manual for your layout.
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Power: millivolt models need no electricity to run the burner. Intermittent pilot models run on an AC adapter with battery backup. Blower models need an electrical supply for the blower; see the wiring section of the manual.
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Installation: must be installed by a qualified installer per the installation manual and local codes.
Make It Yours: Fronts, Liners and Louvers
Start with the front: the black barrier on its own, or the door frame with barrier and a black door set in rectangle, mission rectangle, arch or mission arch.
Then pick the backdrop. Aged brick and herringbone brick give a classic masonry look, stacked limestone reads more rustic, and black porcelain keeps it dark and clean. Arch or mission louvers, a steel outer frame and a bottom trim kit come in black or hammered pewter.
Decorative Louvers
Arch louvers
Mission louvers
Door Sets (require the Door Frame with Barrier)
Rectangle
Mission rectangle
Arch
Mission arch
Outer Frame Finishes
Matte black (shown on a cherry mantel)
Hammered pewter (shown on an oak mantel)
Liners
Liner samples from Empire's range. Availability varies by model; the ones that fit this fireplace are listed under What to Order With It.
Bring the Tahoe Deluxe 36" Home with Dreamwood Living
The Tahoe Deluxe 36" fits the living room that wants a familiar, traditional fire on a wall that is not very deep.
Reach out to our team and we will help you choose the control, front and liner and get the vent kit right.
FAQs
Which Tahoe is right for me?
The Deluxe 36" is the shallow, entry trim at 36", with up to 20,000 Btu/hr. The traditional Tahoe comes in three trims. Deluxe (32", 36", 42" and 48") is the shallowest at 16 3/8" deep, with a five- or seven-piece ceramic fiber log set on a contour burner and millivolt or intermittent pilot control. Premium (36", 42" and 48") is 19 7/8" deep with a four-piece log set on the Slope Glaze burner and adds a multi-function model with a variable remote. Luxury (36" and 42") steps up to a 13-piece log set, ceramic glass, an accent lamp and a blower on every model. There are also 36" see-through and peninsula models. Our Tahoe Deluxe vs. Premium vs. Luxury guide goes into more detail.
What do I need to order with it?
A front: the black barrier (DVFB36SBL), or the door frame with barrier (DVWB2BL) if you plan to add a door set. The log set is included.
Can I add a remote?
Yes. On/off, thermostat and programmable touchscreen remotes work with it, along with a wall switch and wall thermostats. Intermittent pilot models can also take the variable flame remote kit (RVKN or RVKP).
How big is the framing?
37 3/8" wide, 35 3/4" high and 16 3/8" deep. Add 3 3/4" to the height when using a flush mantel base.
Documents & Downloads
Warranty
Empire limited parts warranty for Tahoe Deluxe 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.
