{"product_id":"empire-hmgw60-gravity-heat-management-system","title":"Empire HMGW60 Gravity Heat Management System for Boulevard 60","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEmpire HMGW60 Gravity Heat Management System\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for compatible Empire direct-vent fireplaces, with the \u003cstrong\u003eBoulevard 60 DVLL60BP series\u003c\/strong\u003e as its primary manufacturer-specified application. Using natural convective airflow, the system redirects a portion of the heat produced by the fireplace through ducting behind the wall and releases it from a dedicated heat outlet, helping reduce wall temperatures above the fireplace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HMGW60 operates as a \u003cstrong\u003epassive gravity heat management system\u003c\/strong\u003e, so no blower or electrical power is required for heat transfer. The kit includes a \u003cstrong\u003e60-inch heat-management plenum and 10 feet of 6-inch flex vent\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with the connection components and installation hardware required for the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Empire Gravity Heat Management System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrimary application for Empire Boulevard 60 DVLL60BP direct-vent fireplaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses natural convective airflow to redirect fireplace heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce wall temperatures above the fireplace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassive operation with no blower required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo electrical power required for gravity heat transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a 60-inch heat-management plenum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes 10 feet of 6-inch flexible venting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows approved heat discharge directly above the fireplace or rearward through an alternate wall configuration when installed according to Empire instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmpire identifies the \u003cstrong\u003eHMGW60\u003c\/strong\u003e as the Gravity Heat Management model for \u003cstrong\u003eDVLL60BP Boulevard 60 direct-vent fireplaces\u003c\/strong\u003e. Empire also notes that a wider HMGW model may be used with certain fireplace applications. Always verify the complete fireplace model and current Empire installation instructions before ordering or installation.\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 HMGW60\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gravity Heat Management System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Fireplace Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boulevard 60 DVLL60BP Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlenum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 Inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlex Vent:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-Inch Diameter × 10 Feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Transfer Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Convective Airflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlower Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 720968956606\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-inch heat-management body \/ plenum assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrim frame assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 feet of 6-inch flexible vent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo 6-inch dovetail connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo 6-inch collars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour gear clamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo collar flanges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequired installation hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHeat Management \u0026amp; Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HMGW60 redirects a portion of the fireplace's heat through the installed duct system, reducing the amount of heat discharged directly from the fireplace and helping lower temperatures on the wall above the unit. Depending on the approved installation layout, the heat outlet can be positioned above the fireplace or configured to discharge rearward to another room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the HMGW system is properly installed, Empire provides reduced-clearance guidance for the wall area above the fireplace. The installation manual permits certain wall-mounted items above \u003cstrong\u003e16 inches from the fireplace opening\u003c\/strong\u003e and below the HMGW heat outlet. For televisions, always follow the television manufacturer's requirements regarding proximity to heat sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation must follow the fireplace and HMGW installation instructions, including framing, non-combustible materials, duct routing, clearances, and applicable local building codes. Depending on the installation layout and distance between the fireplace and heat outlet, additional approved flex venting may be required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmpire HMGW Gravity Heat Management System Installation Instructions \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/2851\/6664\/files\/42861-HMGW36486072-1-Gravity-HMS-Kit.pdf?v=1790777282\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Empire HMGW Gravity Heat Management System Installation Instructions (PDF)\" 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":53060748149048,"sku":"HMGW60","price":765.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/2851\/6664\/files\/empire-hmgw60-gravity-heat-management-system.jpg?v=1790777421","url":"https:\/\/alfrescodepot.com\/products\/empire-hmgw60-gravity-heat-management-system","provider":"Alfresco Depot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}