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Empire Tahoe Deluxe 36" Direct Vent Gas Fireplace

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Enjoy the look of a traditional log fire with the convenience of gas. Choose the fuel, ignition and finishing touches for your Tahoe Deluxe.

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3 Ignition & Control
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4 Barrier Screen
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5 Blower
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6 Remote & Controls
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7 Interior Liner
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8 Front & Trim
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9 Burner Media
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10 Log Set
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11 Vent Kit
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12 Accent Lighting
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13 Heat Management
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14 Notes for Our Experts — optional

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The details

Product details

Enjoy the familiar look of a log fire with the convenience of gas. The Tahoe Deluxe 36 combines a hand-painted log set, Contour burner and tempered-glass window, with options to suit your room.

Options & Features

  • Contour burner with a hand-painted five-piece ceramic-fiber log set
  • Tempered-glass viewing window
  • Maximum input of 20,000 BTU per hour
  • Natural gas or propane configurations
  • Millivolt or intermittent-pilot ignition options
  • Compatible liners, fronts and controls available; barrier screen required

Standard manufacturer equipment

  • Traditional Charred log set.

Needed to complete your installation

  • A compatible barrier screen or door frame with barrier is required.

Optional additions

  • Rectangle Doors; Mission Rectangle Doors; Arch Doors; Mission Arch Doors.

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BrandEmpire
ModelDVD36FP series
ConfigurationFront-facing (single-sided)
Nominal size36"
FuelNatural gas or propane, as configured
IgnitionIntermittent pilot (IPI) · Millivolt / standing pilot
Unit TypeFireplace
Viewing Area23 1/16" x 34"
ShapeSquare
StyleTraditional
Vent TypeDirect-Vent
Indoor/OutdoorIndoor
Maximum input20,000 BTU/hr (natural gas or propane)

Use the installation manual for final framing, venting and clearances. Requirements depend on the model and installation.

A built-in gas fireplace is sized by the manufacturer’s framing (rough opening) spec — the exact framing drawing for this model is in the manufacturer’s installation manual — see the Manufacturer Documents tab.

  • New installs (direct-vent & vent-free) — confirm your wall or chase has the width, height, and depth the framing spec calls for, and plan the vent route for direct-vent models (through an exterior wall or the roof). Vent-free models need no vent at all.
  • Inserts — measure your existing firebox in four places: front width, rear width, height, and depth, plus your chimney height. Compare against the insert’s minimum opening in Specifications.
  • See-through & corner models — check the required wall depth between finished faces on both sides.

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Documents from the manufacturer. Review them with your installer and confirm they cover your exact model and revision before using the specifications.

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Manufacturers may revise their documents. If a document conflicts with this listing or another document, ask our team and your installer to confirm the correct model-specific instructions before installation.

Plan your new fireplace with your installer. Share this model’s installation manual, confirm the framing and venting requirements, then choose the components your project needs. Check the manufacturer’s warranty for any installation or dealer requirements.

Ask your installer for a written estimate covering labor, venting, gas or electrical work, and any permits required for your project.

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Changes and returns: custom and made-to-order items are final sale. Eligibility for other items depends on the order and condition. Contact us before returning anything and review our refund policy for the applicable terms.

Empire Tahoe limited warranty: 10 years on the combustion chamber, limited lifetime on the glass, 3 years on other parts and 1 year on remote controls. Coverage applies to qualifying defects under Empire’s warranty terms.

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Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked

Does the Empire Tahoe Deluxe 36 need a chimney?

No. It is a direct vent fireplace — it vents horizontally through a wall or vertically through the roof using 4" x 6-5/8" coaxial direct vent pipe, and draws all combustion air from outside for a fully sealed system.

What is the difference between Millivolt and Electronic (IPI) ignition?

Millivolt uses a standing pilot and works with no household electricity — ideal where outages are a concern. Electronic intermittent pilot (IPI) lights the pilot only when needed, saving gas, and includes battery backup for outages.

Can I install the Tahoe Deluxe 36 in a bedroom?

Yes. It is approved for bedroom and bed-sitting room installation in the USA and Canada as a sealed direct vent appliance.

Is a blower included?

No — the fireplace comes pre-wired with a junction box for the optional FBB4 variable-speed blower, which can be added at installation or later.

Do I need anything else to operate this fireplace?

Yes, a barrier screen (DVFB36SBL) is required for safe operation and is sold separately. A vent kit matched to your installation (top or rear, horizontal or vertical) is also required.

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