{"product_id":"empire-hmfa-external-forced-air-heat-management-system","title":"Empire HMFA External Forced Air Heat Management System","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEmpire HMFA External Forced Air Heat Management System\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for compatible Empire fireplaces to help manage room heat during fireplace operation. Its variable-speed blower diverts a portion of the heated air from the fireplace through a dedicated duct system and discharges it to the exterior of the building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HMFA includes the primary components needed for the forced-air heat management system, including the blower assembly, exterior termination components, duct connections, speed control, junction box, and installation hardware. The \u003cstrong\u003eEmpire SD6DFA25 Flex Vent Kit is required and sold separately\u003c\/strong\u003e to complete the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Empire forced-air heat management accessory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable-speed blower for adjustable heat diversion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRedirects a portion of heated fireplace air to the exterior of the building\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes speed control for blower operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for multiple compatible Empire Direct-Vent fireplace families\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses 6-inch flex venting in the heat-management duct system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires the Empire SD6DFA25 Flex Vent Kit, sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes exterior termination components and installation hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDirect-Vent Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current Empire HMFA Direct-Vent installation instructions identify compatibility with the following fireplace model families:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDVLL36BP, DVLL48BP, DVLL60BP, DVLL72BP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDVL36BP, DVL46BP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDVCT36CBP, DVCT40CBP, DVCT50CBP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDVCT40CSP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDVCTL60\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify the complete fireplace model number and applicable Empire installation instructions before ordering. Empire also uses HMFA with certain Vent-Free applications, which require separate model-specific heat-transfer components and installation instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Empire Comfort Systems, Inc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel \/ SKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e HMFA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forced Air Heat Management System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlower Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variable Speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120 VAC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlex Vent Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 Inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAirflow Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 150 CFM expelled from the building\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Wall Framed Opening:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14-1\/2\" × 14-1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequired Flex Vent Kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e SD6DFA25, sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessory Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optional Heat Management System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlower with base assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOuter termination assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo 6-inch collars with flanges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6\" × 6\" × 6\" Y-duct connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-inch flex adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour band clamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeed control with knob, faceplate, and wire nuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunction box with cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRequired SD6DFA25 Flex Vent Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlex venting is \u003cstrong\u003enot included\u003c\/strong\u003e with the HMFA. Empire specifies the separately sold \u003cstrong\u003eSD6DFA25 Flex Vent Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e, which includes \u003cstrong\u003e25 feet of flex vent and two band clamps\u003c\/strong\u003e needed to complete the system installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the HMFA removes heated air from the building, adequate fresh make-up air must be provided to help prevent negative pressure inside the structure. Empire states that the HMFA system has the potential to expel up to \u003cstrong\u003e150 CFM\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll applications require at least \u003cstrong\u003e7 feet of flex vent between the Y-connector and the blower\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Y-connector and flex vent ductwork require a minimum \u003cstrong\u003e3-inch clearance to combustible construction\u003c\/strong\u003e. Electrical connections require a 120 VAC supply and must be completed by a qualified electrician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmpire HMFA Forced Air Heat Management System Installation Instructions \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/2851\/6664\/files\/42724-HMFA-1-Heat-Management-Kit.pdf?v=1790772739\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Empire HMFA Forced Air Heat Management System Installation Instructions\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Download]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Empire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53060571496760,"sku":"HMFA","price":1035.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/2851\/6664\/files\/empire-hmfa-external-forced-air-heat-management-system.jpg?v=1790773647","url":"https:\/\/alfrescodepot.com\/products\/empire-hmfa-external-forced-air-heat-management-system","provider":"Alfresco Depot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}