{"product_id":"empire-rainier-direct-vent-gas-fireplace-insert","title":"Empire Rainier Direct-Vent Gas Fireplace Insert (30\", 34\", 40\")","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEmpire Rainier Direct-Vent Gas Fireplace Insert\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rainier is Empire's direct-vent gas insert for turning an existing wood-burning fireplace into a gas fireplace. It comes in three sizes (30\", 34\" and 40\") to fit the opening you have, and uses Empire's elevated burner: the burner sits higher in the firebox so the flames, ember bed and logs are easier to see from across the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect-vent means it draws combustion air from outside and vents exhaust outside through a liner run up your existing chimney, so the room air stays out of the fire. It runs on Proflame 2 intermittent pilot controls with a remote included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade by Empire Comfort Systems of Belleville, Illinois, in business since 1932.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"v2-specs\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDVCP30BN91 (30\"), DVCP34BN91 (34\"), DVCP40BN91 (40\"); N = natural gas, P = propane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat input, natural gas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30\": 17,000-25,000 BTU\/h; 34\": 21,000-32,000 BTU\/h; 40\": 26,000-40,000 BTU\/h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat input, propane\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30\": 19,000-24,000 BTU\/h; 34\": 24,500-31,000 BTU\/h; 40\": 30,000-38,500 BTU\/h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum fireplace opening (H x W x D)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30\": 20-1\/2\" x 30-1\/2\" x 17-1\/2\"; 34\": 24-1\/2\" x 34-1\/2\" x 18-1\/2\"; 40\": 26-1\/2\" x 40-1\/2\" x 23-1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsert size (H x W x D)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30\": 19-1\/16\" x 30-3\/8\" x 16-7\/16\"; 34\": 23-1\/16\" x 34-3\/8\" x 17-7\/16\"; 40\": 25-1\/16\" x 40-3\/8\" x 22-7\/16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVenting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect vent through the existing chimney: 3\" intake, 3\" exhaust (30\") or 4\" exhaust (34\" and 40\"); 10 ft minimum, 40 ft maximum vertical rise\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControls\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProflame 2 intermittent pilot (IPI) with remote, battery backup and seasonal on\/off switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120 V, 60 Hz, 1 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGas connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/8\" female; flex line with shutoff valve included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFront finishes (sold separately)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForged Iron, Forged Oil-Rubbed Bronze, Forged Black, Beveled Brushed Nickel, Beveled Oil-Rubbed Bronze, Beveled Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiner options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHerringbone Red, Black Glass, Firecracked Red, Firecracked Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30\": 121 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited lifetime on the combustion chamber and factory glass; limited 3-year parts; limited 1-year on remotes, thermostats and accessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"v2-specnote\"\u003eSpecifications from Empire's Rainier brochure (EH-010147) and the DVCP BN91 installer's manual. Dimensions in the brochure are approximate; the owner's manual supplied with the insert governs installation, so check your opening against it before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRainier insert with glass door and barrier screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProflame 2 remote transmitter with batteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRockwool embers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlex line with shutoff valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you add\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVenting (required):\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/empire-vertical-vent-kit-high-wind-cap-rainier-insert\"\u003eEmpire vertical vent kit\u003c\/a\u003e (3\" x 3\" for the 30\", 3\" x 4\" for the 34\" and 40\"), or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/empire-flexliner-connector-kit-rainier-insert\"\u003eflexliners and connector kits\u003c\/a\u003e if your installer is building the run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLog set (required):\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Charred or Birch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiner, decorative front and surround:\u003c\/strong\u003e choose finishes from the lists above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotos show the 34\" Rainier with a log set and Red Herringbone liner. For the log set, liner, front and surround, call \u003ca href=\"tel:+17087656925\"\u003e(708) 765-6925\u003c\/a\u003e with your fireplace opening and we will quote the full set with the insert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuestions buyers ask\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich size fits my fireplace?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasure the opening height, front width and depth. The 30\" needs at least 20-1\/2\" x 30-1\/2\" x 17-1\/2\", the 34\" needs 24-1\/2\" x 34-1\/2\" x 18-1\/2\", and the 40\" needs 26-1\/2\" x 40-1\/2\" x 23-1\/2\". Call \u003ca href=\"tel:+17087656925\"\u003e(708) 765-6925\u003c\/a\u003e with your measurements and we will check them with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a new chimney?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The Rainier vents through your existing chimney using a flexible liner kit (a 3\" intake and a 3\" or 4\" exhaust, depending on size). The chimney needs at least 10 feet of vertical rise. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/empire-vertical-vent-kit-high-wind-cap-rainier-insert\"\u003evertical vent kit\u003c\/a\u003e includes the liners, cap and flashing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need electricity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt plugs into a 120 V outlet, and the Proflame 2 control has battery backup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying from MyBBQDirect\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo sales tax on orders shipped outside New York. 30-day return policy; if anything arrives damaged, send photos within 48 hours and we exchange it. Questions on sizing, venting or fronts: call \u003ca href=\"tel:+17087656925\"\u003e(708) 765-6925\u003c\/a\u003e before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDocuments\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.empireinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/010147-dv-insert-rainier-brochure.pdf\"\u003eRainier brochure (Empire, EH-010147)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.empireinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/46355-DVCP34BN91-Installer.pdf\"\u003eDVCP BN91 installer's manual (Empire)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Empire Comfort Systems","offers":[{"title":"30\" \/ Natural Gas","offer_id":50503165378630,"sku":"DVCP30BN91N","price":3899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"34\" \/ Natural Gas","offer_id":50503165411398,"sku":"DVCP34BN91N","price":4099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"34\" \/ Liquid Propane","offer_id":50503165444166,"sku":"DVCP34BN91P","price":4099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40\" \/ Natural Gas","offer_id":50503165476934,"sku":"DVCP40BN91N","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40\" \/ Liquid Propane","offer_id":50503165509702,"sku":"DVCP40BN91P","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/2242\/6182\/files\/DVCP34-rainier-insert-oak-red-herringbone.webp?v=1790281200","url":"https:\/\/mybbqdirect.com\/products\/empire-rainier-direct-vent-gas-fireplace-insert","provider":"MyBBQDirect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}