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VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS
COMPACT FIREPLACE
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
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14,000 to 26,000 Btu/Hr
with Thermostat
Shown with Optional
Cabinet Mantel/Hearth
Base Accessory
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use
any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
— Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*, permanently located, manufactured
(mobile) home, where not prohibited by local codes.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Refer to this manual for correct
installation and operational procedures. For assistance or additional information consult a
qualified installer, service
agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING: This is an unvented
gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is
installed. Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided.
Refer to
Ventilation
this manual.
Air for Combustion and
section on page 5 of
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This
appliance is not convertible for use with other gases.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer
Save this manual for future reference.
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SAFETY
INFORMATION
WARNINGS
WARNING ICON G 001
IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s
manual carefully and completely
before trying to assemble, operate, or service this fireplace. Improper use of this fireplace can
cause serious injury or death from
burns, fire, explosion, electrical
shock, and carbon monoxide
poisoning.
DANGER: Carbon monoxide
poisoning may lead to death!
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early signs
of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the
flu, with headaches, dizziness, or nausea. If
you have these signs, the fireplace may not
be working properly. Get fresh air at once!
Have fireplace serviced. Some people are
more affected by carbon monoxide than
others. These include pregnant women,
people with heart or lung disease or anemia,
those under the influence of alcohol, and
those at high altitudes.
Propane/LP Gas: Propane/LP gas is odor-
less. An odor-making agent is added to propane/LP gas. The odor helps you detect a
propane/LP gas leak. However, the odor added
to propane/LP gas can fade. Propane/LP gas
may be present even though no odor exists.
Make certain you read and understand all
warnings. Keep this manual for reference. It
is your guide to safe and proper operation of
this fireplace.
WARNING: Any change to this
fireplace or its controls can be
dangerous.
WARNING: Do not allow fans
to blow directly into the fireplace.
Avoid any drafts that alter burner
flame patterns. Ceiling fans can
create drafts that alter burner
flame patterns. Altered burner
patterns can cause sooting.
WARNING: Do not use a blower
insert, heat exchanger insert, or
other accessory not approved for
use with this fireplace.
Due to high temperatures, the
appliance should be located out
of traffic and away from furniture
and draperies.
Do not place clothing or other
flammable material on or near
the appliance. Never place any
objects on the heater.
Fireplace front and screen becomes very hot when running
fireplace. Keep children and
adults away from hot surfaces to
avoid burns or clothing ignition.
Fireplace will remain hot for a
time after shutdown. Allow surfaces to cool before touching.
Carefully supervise young children when they are in same room
with fireplace.
You must operate this fireplace
with the fireplace screen in place.
Make sure fireplace screen is in
place before running fireplace.
Keep the appliance area clear and
free from combustible materials,
gasoline, and other flammable
vapors and liquids.
1. This appliance is only for use with the
type of gas indicated on the rating plate.
This appliance is not convertible for use
with other gases.
2. Do not place propane/LP supply tank(s)
inside any structure. Locate propane/
LP supply tank(s) outdoors.
3. If you smell gas
• shut off gas supply
• do not try to light any appliance
• do not touch any electrical switch; do
not use any phone in your building
• immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the
gas supplier’s instructions
• if you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department
4. This fireplace shall not be installed in
a bedroom or bathroom.
5. Do not use this fireplace as a woodburning fireplace. Use only the logs
provided with the fireplace.
6. Do not add extra logs or ornaments
such as pine cones, vermiculite, or rock
wool. Using these added items can
cause sooting. Do not add lava rock
around base. Rock and debris could fall
into the control area of fireplace.
7. This fireplace is designed to be smokeless. If logs ever appear to smoke, turn
off fireplace and call a qualified service person.
eration, slight smoking could occur due
to log curing and fireplace burning
manufacturing residues.
8. T o prevent the creation of soot, follow
the instructions in Cleaning and main-
tenance, page 22.
9. Before using furniture polish, wax, carpet cleaner, or similar products, turn
heater off. If heated, the vapors from
these products may create a white powder residue within burner box or on
adjacent walls or furniture.
10. This fireplace needs fresh air ventilation to run properly . This fireplace has
an Oxygen Depletion Sensing (ODS)
safety shutoff system. The ODS shuts
down the fireplace if not enough fresh
air is available. See Air for Combus-
tion and Ventilation, pages 5 through
7. If fireplace keeps shutting off, see
Troubleshooting, pages 19 through 21.
11. Do not run fireplace
• where flammable liquids or vapors
are used or stored.
• under dusty conditions.
12. Do not use this fireplace to cook food
or burn paper or other objects.
13. Never place any objects in the fireplace
or on logs.
14. Do not use fireplace if any part has been
under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the
room fireplace and to replace any part
of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.
Note:
During initial op-
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15. Turn off and unplug fireplace and let
cool before servicing. Only a qualified
service person should service and repair fireplace.
16. Operating fireplace above elevations of
4,500 feet could cause pilot outage.
17. Do not operate fireplace if any log is
broken. Do not operate fireplace if a
log is chipped (dime-sized or larger).
18. To prevent performance problems, do
not use propane/LP fuel tank of less
than 100 lbs. capacity.
19. Provide adequate clearances around air
openings.
LOCAL CODES
Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all
local codes. In the absence of local codes, use
the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas
Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54*.
*Available from:
American National Standards Institute, Inc.
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
National Fire Protection Association, Inc.
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
PRODUCT
FEATURES
SAFETY PILOT
This fireplace has a pilot with an Oxygen
Depletion Sensing (ODS) safety shutoff
system. The ODS/pilot is a required feature
for vent-free room fireplaces. The ODS/
pilot shuts off the fireplace if there is not
enough fresh air.
PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEM
This fireplace has a piezo ignitor. This system requires no matches, batteries, or other
sources to light fireplace.
THERMOSTATIC HEAT
CONTROL
This fireplace has a thermostat sensing bulb
and a control valve. The thermostat will
automatically modulate the heat output to
maintain a consistent room temperature.
This results in greater fireplace comfort.
This can also result in lower gas bills.
UNPACKING
1. Remove log box and fireplace from
carton.
hood is inside the cardboard protective
end wrap on the left side of fireplace
(as viewed from front). A decal is on
the outside of the cardboard end wrap
stating hood is enclosed (see Figure 2).
2. Remove hood from cardboard protective end wrap as shown in Figure 2.
3. Remove all protective packaging applied to fireplace for shipment.
4. Make sure your fireplace includes one
hardware packet.
5. Check fireplace for any shipping
damage. If fireplace is damaged,
promptly inform dealer where you
bought fireplace.
Hood Enclosed
Decal
IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT:
THIS PACKAGE CONTAINS A
FIREPLACE HOOD. UNWRAP
CARTON AND REMOVE HOOD
BEFORE DISCARDING
PROTECTIVE PACKAGING.
2
The fireplace
Cardboard
Protective
Fireplace
End Wrap
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Fireplace
Cabinet
Log Set
Ignitor Button
Figure 1 - Vent-Free Gas Compact Fireplace
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Hood
Screen
Figure 2 - Removing Fireplace Hood
Control Knob
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ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Always have
branch support and screen in
place before operating fireplace.
This prevents excessive temperatures on fireplace surfaces.
WARNING: Failure to position
the parts in accordance with these
diagrams or failure to use only
parts specifically approved with
this fireplace may result in property damage or personal injury.
ASSEMBLING FIREPLACE
Tools Required:
• Phillips screwdriver
• 5/16" hex wrench
• slotted screwdriver
• scissors
Installing Log
1. Lift screen up and pull out to remove.
2. Cut two plastic straps to remove the log
from the firebox cavity.
3. An optional blower is available. See Ac-
cessories, pages 26 and 27. Install optional blower now. Follow installation
instructions provided with blower.
4. Remove log packaging material and
discard packaging. Gently place log set
on burner support (see Figure 3). The
log should fit flat against top of burner
support and log locator tabs fit into the
slots under the log. Do not allow log to
contact flame. If flame contacts log,
soot will be created.
5. Reattach screen by placing the notches
in the screen frame over the shoulder
screws and pushing down.
Log
Screen
Figure 3 - Assembling Fireplace
Assembling Hood
1. Locate four black phillips sheet metal
screws from the hardware packet.
2. Rotate hood as shown in Figure 4.
Make sure hood tabs point toward
fireplace.
3. Insert hood tabs between baffle and
louvers (see Figure 4).
Hood Tabs
Shoulder Screw
Burner Support
with Log Locator
Tabs
Branch Support
4. Gently rotate hood to upright position.
Make sure hood tabs are behind louvers and hood is resting on firebox top
(see Figure 4).
5. Align screw holes on hood with screw
holes on firebox top.
6. Insert screws as shown in Figure 4.
Tighten screws firmly.
Louver
Hood
Hood Tab
Baffle
Figure 4 - Assembling Hood
4
Sheet Metal
Screws
Firebox Top
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AIR FOR
COMBUSTION AND
VENTILATION
WARNING: This heater shall
not be installed in a confined space
or unusually tight construction
unless provisions are provided
for adequate combustion and ventilation air. Read the following instructions to insure proper fresh
air for this and other fuel-burning
appliances in your home.
Today’s homes are built more energy efficient than ever. New materials, increased
insulation, and new construction methods
help reduce heat loss in homes. Home owners
weather strip and caulk around windows and
doors to keep the cold air out and the warm air
in. During heating months, home owners
want their homes as airtight as possible.
While it is good to make your home energy
efficient, your home needs to breathe. Fresh
air must enter your home. All fuel-burning
appliances need fresh air for proper combustion and ventilation.
Exhaust fans, fireplaces, clothes dryers, and
fuel burning appliances draw air from the
house to operate. You must provide adequate fresh air for these appliances. This
will insure proper venting of vented fuelburning appliances.
PROVIDING ADEQUATE
VENTILATION
The following are excerpts from National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation.
All spaces in homes fall into one of the three
following ventilation classifications:
1. Unusually Tight Construction
2. Unconfined Space
3. Confined Space
The information on pages 5 through 7 will
help you classify your space and provide
adequate ventilation.
Unusually Tight Construction
The air that leaks around doors and windows may provide enough fresh air for
combustion and ventilation. However, in
buildings of unusually tight construction,
you must provide additional fresh air.
Unusually tight construction is defined as construction where:
a. walls and ceilings exposed to the
outside atmosphere have a continuous water vapor retarder with
a rating of one perm (6 x 10
per pa-sec-m2) or less with openings gasketed or sealed
b. weather stripping has been
added on openable windows and
doors
c. caulking or sealants are applied
to areas such as joints around
window and door frames, between sole plates and floors, between wall-ceiling joints, between wall panels, at penetrations for plumbing, electrical, and
gas lines, and at other openings.
If your home meets all of the three
criteria above, you must provide additional fresh air. See
From Outdoors
If your home does not meet all of the
three criteria above, proceed to
and
, page 7
Ventilation Air
.
mining Fresh-Air Flow For Fireplace
Location
, page 6.
and
Deter-
-11
kg
Confined and Unconfined Space
The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/
NFPA 54 defines a confined space as a space
whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per
1,000 Btu per hour (4.8 m3 per kw) of the
aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space and an unconfined space
as a space whose volume is not less than 50
cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8 m3 per
kw) of the aggregate input rating of all
appliances installed in that space. Rooms
communicating directly with the space in
which the appliances are installed*, through
openings not furnished with doors, are considered a part of the unconfined space.
* Adjoining rooms are communicating only
if there are doorless passageways or ventilation grills between them.
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DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR FIREPLACE LOCATION
Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space
Use this worksheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space.
Space: Includes the room in which you will install fireplace plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills
between the rooms.
1. Determine the volume of the space (length x width x height).
Length x Width x Height = _________________cu. ft. (volume of space)
Example:
If additional ventilation to adjoining room is supplied with grills or openings, add the volume of these rooms to the total volume of
the space.
2. Multiply the space volume by 20 to determine the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support.
_________________ (volume of space) x 20 = (Maximum Btu/Hr the space can support)
Example:
3. Add the Btu/Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space.
Vent-free fireplace _______________ Btu/Hr
Gas water heater* _______________ Btu/Hr
Gas furnace _______________ Btu/Hr
Vented gas heater _______________ Btu/Hr
Gas fireplace logs _______________ Btu/Hr
Other gas appliances* + _______________ Btu/Hr
Total = _______________ Btu/Hr
* Do not include direct-vent gas appliances. Direct-vent draws combustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors.
4. Compare the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support with the actual amount of Btu/Hr used.
_________________ Btu/Hr (maximum the space can support)
_________________ Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used)
Example:
The space in the above example is a confined space because the actual Btu/Hr used is more than the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support.
You must provide additional fresh air. Your options are as follows:
A.
Rework worksheet, adding the space of an adjoining room. If the extra space provides an unconfined space, remove door to adjoining
room or add ventilation grills between rooms. See Ventilation Air From Inside Building, page 7.
B.
Vent room directly to the outdoors. See Ventilation Air From Outdoors, page 7.
C. Install a lower Btu/Hr fireplace, if lower Btu/Hr size makes room unconfined.
If the actual Btu/Hr used is less than the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support, the space is an unconfined space. You will need no
additional fresh air ventilation.
Space size 20 ft. (length) x 16 ft. (width) x 8 ft. (ceiling height) = 2560 cu. ft. (volume of space)
2560 cu. ft. (volume of space) x 20 = 51,200 (maximum Btu/Hr the space can support)
Example:
Gas water heater
Vent-free fireplace +
Total =
51,200 Btu/Hr (maximum the space can support)
56,000 Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used)
30,000
26,000
56,000
Btu/Hr
Btu/Hr
Btu/Hr
WARNING: If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that defined as an unconfined space
or if the building is of unusually tight construction, provide adequate combustion and ventilation air by one of
the methods described in the National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54
6
, Section 5.3 or applicable local codes.
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VENTILATION AIR
Ventilation Air From Inside
Building
This fresh air would come from an adjoining
unconfined space. When ventilating to an
adjoining unconfined space, you must provide two permanent openings: one within
12" of the ceiling and one within 12" of the
floor on the wall connecting the two spaces
(see options 1 and 2, Figure 5). You can also
remove door into adjoining room (see option 3, Figure 5). Follow the National Fuel
Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Section
5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation for
required size of ventilation grills or ducts.
Ventilation Air From Outdoors
Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation
grills or ducts. You must provide two permanent openings: one within 12" of the
ceiling and one within 12" of the floor.
Connect these items directly to the outdoors
or spaces open to the outdoors. These spaces
include attics and crawl spaces. Follow the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA
54, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and
Ventilation for required size of ventilation
grills or ducts.
IMPORTANT:
inlet or outlet air into attic if attic has a thermostat-controlled power vent. Heated air entering the attic will activate the power vent.
Do not provide openings for
12"
Ventilation Grills
Ventilation
Grills
into Adjoining
Room,
Option 1
Figure 5 - Ventilation Air from Inside Building Shown with Optional Mantel
Or
Remove
Door into
Adjoining
Room,
Option 3
Outlet
Air
Into Adjoining Room,
12"
Ventilated
Attic
Option 2
Outlet
Air
To Attic
To
Crawl
Space
Inlet
Air
Inlet Air
Ventilated
Crawl Space
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INSTALLATION
NOTICE: This heater is intended
for use as supplemental heat. Use
this heater along with your primary heating system. Do not install this heater as your primary
heat source. If you have a central
heating system, you may run
system’s circulating blower while
using heater. This will help circulate the heat throughout the
house. In the event of a power
outage, you can use this heater
as your primary heat source.
WARNING: A qualified service person must install fireplace.
Follow all local codes.
Note:
Your Comfort Glow fireplace is designed to be used in zero clearance installations.
Wall or framing material can be placed directly
against any exterior surface of your fireplace,
except where standoff spacers are integrally
attached. If standoff spacers are attached to your
fireplace, these spacers can be placed directly
against wall or framing materials.
Use the dimensions shown for rough openings to create the easiest installation (see
Built-In Fireplace Installation, page 9)
CHECK GAS TYPE
Use only propane/LP gas. If your gas supply
is not propane/LP, do not install fireplace.
Call dealer where you bought fireplace for
proper type fireplace.
INSTALLATION ITEMS
Before installing fireplace, make sure you
have the items listed below.
• external regulator (supplied by installer)
• piping (check local codes)
• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)
• equipment shutoff valve *
• test gauge connection *
• ground joint union
• sediment trap
• tee joint
• pipe wrench
* A CSA design-certified equipment shutoff
valve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable
alternative to test gauge connection. Pur-
chase the optional CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer. See
Accessories, pages 26 and 27.
Note:
If desired, purchase a four-sided brass
trim kit for built-in installations. See Acces-
sories, pages 26 and 27.
LOCATING FIREPLACE
WARNING: Maintain the mini-
mum clearances shown in Figures 7 and 8. If you can, provide
greater clearances from floor,
ceiling, and joining wall.
You can recess firebox into the wall. You
can also position fireplace in the optional
cabinet or corner mantels.
Only use optional cabinet or corner mantels
specified in this manual. Purchase the optional mantel from your dealer (see Acces-
sories, pages 26 and 27).
WARNING: Never install the
fireplace
• in a bedroom or a bathroom
• in a recreational vehicle
• where curtains, furniture,
clothing, or other flammable
objects are less than 36 inches
from the front, top, or sides of
the fireplace
• as a fireplace insert
• in high traffic areas
• in windy or drafty areas
CAUTION: This fireplace cre-
ates warm air currents. These
currents move heat to wall surfaces next to fireplace. Installing
fireplace next to vinyl or cloth
wall coverings or operating fireplace where impurities (such as,
but not limited to, tobacco smoke,
aromatic candles, cleaning fluids, oil or kerosene lamps, etc.)
in the air exist, may discolor walls.
I
MPORTANT:
Vent-free fireplaces add moisture to the air. Although this is beneficial,
installing fireplace in rooms without enough
ventilation air may cause mildew to form
from too much moisture. See Air for Combus-
tion and Ventilation, pages 5 through 7.
IMPORTANT:
CEILING
36" Minimum
6"
Minimum
From
Sides Of
Fireplace
Left
Side
FLOOR
Figure 7 - Mounting Clearances As Viewed
From Front of Fireplace Shown Built In
The Wall
CEILING
Top Of
Mantel Can
Be Flush
With Wall
Left
Side
Figure 8 - Mounting Clearances As Viewed
From Front of Fireplace Shown with
Optional Mantel
Note:
When installing fireplace directly on
36"
Minimum
Right
Side
0" Minimum To
Top Surface Of
Carpeting, Tile
Or Other
Combustible
Material
Right
Side
0" Minimum To
Top Surface Of
Carpeting, Tile
Or Other
Combustible
Material
carpeting, tile or other combustible material, other than wood flooring, the fireplace
shall be installed on a metal or wood panel
extending the full width and depth of the
fireplace
CAUTION: If you install the
fireplace in a home garage
• fireplace pilot and burner must
be at least 18 inches above floor.
• locate fireplace where moving
vehicle will not hit it.
For convenience and efficiency, install fireplace
• where there is easy access for operation,
inspection, and service.
• in coldest part of room
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An optional blower kit is available from
your dealer. See Accessories, pages 26 and
27. If planning to use blower, locate fireplace near an electrical outlet.
BUILT-IN FIREPLACE
INSTALLATION
Built-in installation of this fireplace involves
installing fireplace into a framed-in enclosure. This makes the front of fireplace flush
with wall. An optional brass trim kit accessory is available (see Accessories, pages 26
and 27). Brass trim will extend past sides of
fireplace approximately 1/2 inch. This will
cover the rough edges of the wall opening. If
installing a built-in mantel above the fireplace, you must follow the clearances shown
in Figure 12, page 10. Follow the instructions
below to install the fireplace in this manner.
Note:
Your Comfort Glow fireplace is designed to be used in zero clearance installations. Wall or framing material can be placed
directly against any exterior surface on the
rear, sides, or top of your fireplace.
Actual Framing
Height 26" 26 7/8"
Front Width 26 3/4" 26 7/8"
Depth 9 1/2" 10 1/2"
Bottom
3
/4"
3
/4"
WARNING: If pre-wiring, do
not connect wiring to any electrical source at this time.
Install fireplace electrical outlet
and connect wiring to outlet before connecting to electrical
source. The fireplace electrical
outlet is included with the
GA3450T blower accessory.
Only use the fireplace electrical
outlet supplied with the GA3450T
blower accessory.
3. Install gas piping to fireplace location.
This installation includes an approved
flexible gas line (if allowed by local
codes) after the equipment shutoff
valve. The flexible gas line must be the
last item installed on the gas piping.
4. If you have not assembled firebox, follow instructions on page 4.
5. Carefully set fireplace in front of rough
opening with back of fireplace inside
wall opening.
6. Attach flexible gas line to fireplace gas
regulator. See Connecting Fir eplace to
Gas Supply, page 15.
7. Bend four nailing flanges on outer casing with pliers (see Figure 11).
8. Attach fireplace to wall studs using
nails or wood screws through holes in
nailing flange.
9. Check all gas connections for leaks. See
Checking Gas Connections, page 16.
10. If using optional brass trim kit, install
the trim after final finishing and/or
painting of wall. See instructions included with brass trim accessory for attaching brass trim.
IMPORTANT:
When finishing your firebox, combustible materials such as wall board,
gypsum board, sheet rock, drywall, plywood,
etc. may be butted up next to the sides and top
of the firebox. Combustible materials should
never overlap the firebox front facing.
WARNING: Do not allow any
combustible materials to overlap
the firebox front facing.
IMPORTANT:
Noncombustible materials
such as brick, tile, etc. may overlap the front
facing, but should never cover any necessary openings like louvered slots.
WARNING: Do not allow noncombustible materials to cover any necessary openings like louvered slots.
WARNING: Never modify or
cover the louvered slots on the
front of the firebox.
1. Frame in rough opening. Use dimensions
shown in Figure 9 for the rough opening.
If installing in a corner, use dimensions
shown in Figure 10 for the rough opening. The height is 26 7/8" which is the
same as the wall opening above.
2. If installing GA3450T blower accessory, do so at this time. Follow instructions included with blower accessory.
Note:
If not installing blower accessory, you may wish to run electrical
wiring to your fireplace for future
blower installation (see Accessories,
pages 26 and 27). Use only approved
three-wire electrical wiring.
Note:
A qualified installer should make
all electrical connections.
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/2
"
7
/8
"
26
3/4" Off
7
26
/8
"
Figure 9 - Rough Opening for Installing in
Wall
5
36
/
8
"
7
/
8
"
26
3
/
4
"
51
Figure 10 - Rough Opening for Installing
in Corner
9
The Floor
Minimum
7
/
25
8
"
WARNING: Use only noncombustible mortar or adhesives when
overlapping the front facing with
noncombustible facing material.
Nails or
Wood
Screws
Nailing
Flanges
Figure 11 - Attaching Fireplace to Wall Studs
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MANTEL CLEARANCES FOR
BUILT-IN INSTALLATION
If placing mantel above built-in fireplace,
you must meet minimum clearance between
mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening.
NOTICE: Surface temperatures of
adjacent walls and mantels become hot during operation. Walls
and mantels above the firebox
may become hot to the touch. If
installed properly, these temperatures meet the requirement of the
national product standard. Follow all minimum clearances
shown in this manual.
NOTICE: If your installation does
not meet the minimum clearances
shown, you must do one of the
following:
• raise the mantel to an acceptable height
• remove the mantel
OPTIONAL MANTEL
INSTALLATION
Note:
Refer to instructions provided with
the mantel for assembly instructions. Refer
to instructions below for system installation. Refer to instructions on page 4 for
firebox assembly. Blower accessory should
be installed if it is being used (see Installing
Blower Accessory GA3450T, pages 11
through 13).
1. Unscrew four brass screws that attach
top louver to fireplace. Remove louver
from fireplace and set aside.
2. Place fireplace on wood base.
3. Place mantel around fireplace/base
assembly.
4. Assemble brass trim kit. See Assem-
bling Brass Trim, page 11.
5. Firmly snap brass trim kit on shoulder
screws. Shoulder screws are located on
fireplace cabinet (see Figure 13).
6. Align brass trim kit for flush fit around
opening.
7. Use two 3" wood screws provided and
attach fireplace base to wooden base
(see Figure 13).
8. Remove brass trim kit and mantel. Be
careful not to damage wall or mantel.
9. Place wood base next to wall at installation location.
10.
Attach wood base to floor with two 1 3/4"
black screws provided (see Figure 14).
If the floor is concrete use anchor
method (see Attaching Wood Base to
Solid Floor, page 14).
11. Install gas line. See Connecting T o Gas
Supply, page 14.
12. Check for leaks. See Checking Gas
Connections, page 16.
13. Place mantel around fireplace. Be careful not to damage wall or mantel.
14. Place brass trim kit on the shoulder
screws located on the side and top of
the fireplace. Firmly snap the brass trim
over the shoulder screws on fireplace
(see Figure 13).
15. Adjust assembly to remove any gaps.
Attach remaining two 3" wood screws
from hardware pack through openings
inside of fireplace sides into the mantel.
The openings are located at top behind
the area for the louvers (see Figure 13).
16. Reinstall top louvers.
Mantel Shelf
Note:
All vertical
measurements
are from top of
fireplace
opening to
bottom of
mantel shelf. All
measurements
are in inches.
Side of
Firebox
Figure 12 - Minimum Mantel Clearances
for Built-In Installation
10"
8"
6"
2 1/2"
13"
16"
19"
21"
Shoulder Screws
Hole for 3"
Wood Screw
for Attaching
Fireplace to
Mantel
Assembled
Brass Trim
Figure 13 - Attaching Brass Trim to Fireplace
1 3/4" Screw
Hole for 3"
Wood Screw
for Attaching
Fireplace to
Wooden Base
Wood Base
Figure 14 - Attaching Wood Base to Floor
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ASSEMBLING BRASS TRIM
(Brass trim shipped with
mantel)
1. Remove packaging from three remaining pieces of brass trim.
2. Locate two adjusting plates with set
screws, and two shims in the hardware
packet.
3. Align shim under adjusting plate as
shown in Figure 15.
4. Slide one end of adjusting plate/shim
in slot on mitered edge of top brass trim
(see Figure 15).
5. Slide other end of adjusting plate/shim
in slot on mitered edge of side brass
trim (see Figure 15).
6. While firmly holding edges of brass
trim together, tighten both set screws
on the adjusting plate with slotted
screwdriver.
7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 for other
corner.
8. Set b rass a ssembly aside for later installation.
Set
Screws
Adjusting
Plate
Slot
Figure 15 - Assembling Brass Trim
Slot
Shim
Top Brass Trim
Mitered Edge
Side Brass
Trim
INSTALLING BLOWER
ACCESSORY GA3450T
Removing Upper Louver
Assembly
To install the blower accessory, you must
first remove the upper louver assembly.
1. Lift screen off heater.
2. Remove 4 screws from louver assembly (see Figure 16). Save these screws.
3. Pull louver assembly straight out from
the cabinet. Be careful not to scratch
the paint. Set louver assembly and
screws aside.
Blower Bracket
Mounting Holes
Upper Louver
Assembly
Screws
Figure 16 - Removing Upper Louver
Assembly
Removing Valve Cover Shield
1. Open bottom louver assembly by
swinging the assembly down (see Figure 17).
2. Using short Phillips screwdriver, remove the screw under the center of the
branch support. Rotate valve cover
shield clockwise and slide out.
IMPORTANT:
der screw on the left side of valve cover
shield. Slide the valve cover shield off
of the shoulder screw (see Figure 17).
Note:
If you do not have a short
Phillips screwdriver, the screen, log set,
and branch support must be removed
so a longer screwdriver may be used.
See Connecting F ir eplace To Gas Sup-
ply, page 15 and follow step 2.
Do not remove shoul-
Branch
Shoulder
Screw
Remove
Screw
Valve
Cover
Shield
Snap
Bushings
Figure 17 - Removing Valve Cover Shield
Support
Bottom Louver
Assembly
Installing Blower Assembly
CAUTION: Label all wires
prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors
can cause improper and dangerous operation.
CAUTION: Verify proper operation after servicing.
Note:
If you are using a mantel with your
heater, use the following instructions. If
your heater is built-in, see For Built-In In-
stallation on page 13.
1. Install snap bushings found in hardware
kit into both holes in rear of valve cover
shield.
2. Make sure the wire harness is firmly
connected to the terminals on the blower
bracket assembly.
3. Note the wire locations on back of
AUTO/OFF/ON switch. The terminals
on back of switch are numbered 1, 2,
and 3. Carefully remove red wire from
terminal 1 and blue wire from terminal
3. Black wire can remain on middle
terminal 2 (see Figure 18, page 12).
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4. Carefully disconnect green and white
wires at their insulated connectors.
5. In top of the heater cabinet, locate the
four mounting holes on the outer casing. Align these four holes with those
on the blower bracket assembly . Attach
blower bracket assembly to the outer
casing with 4 #10 screws provided (see
Figure 18).
Blower Bracket
Assembly
Screw
6. Route the wire harness through the
hole in left side of baffle. Pull wire
harness through lower opening above
where the valve shield was removed.
(see Figure 18).
7. Insert the 4 wire harness into one of the
round holes in the rear of the valve cover
shield and through the rectangular hole
in the front of shield (see Figure 18).
8. Reconnect red wire to switch position
3. Reconnect blue wire to switch position 1. Reconnect green and white wires.
Wiring Routing
Hole in Baffle
Baffle
9. Install the switch plate on the valve
cover shield with 2 #10 screws provided
(see Figure 19). Reinstall the valve
cover shield. Route power cord out of
the cabinet by inserting it through the
bushing on the outer casing (see Figure 18). Plug fan kit into 120-Volt
grounded power supply and test operation.
Note:
When switch is in the
AUTO position, the fan will start after
the heater has run for a few moments.
The fan will continue to run for several
moments after the heater has been
turned off. When switch is in the ON
position, the fan will run until turned
to OFF. Reinstall upper louver assembly and hood if previously removed,
(see Figure 16, page 11). Close lower
louver door.
Valve Cover
Shield
Switch
3
2
1
Blue
Switch
Plate
Valve Cover
Shield
Figure 18 - Installing Blower Bracket Assembly
Wire
Harness
Power
Cord
Red
Box Cover
Switch
Plate
Screw
Figure 19 - Installing Switch Plate to Valve
Cover Shield
Wire
Harness
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For Built-In Installation
WARNING: A licensed electrician must connect the wiring
harness to electrical supply following all local codes. Electrician must provide a clamp on
the box cover to secure the wiring. Wiring should be routed
through the bushing in the hole
on the outer casing of heater.
Follow instructions Removing Valve Cover
Shield, page 11, then
1. Install a snap bushing found in hardware kit into one of the holes found on
rear of valve cover shield. The other
hole is for a strain relief clamp (not
supplied) to secure incoming electrical
supply.
2. Follow steps 2 through 6 in Installing
Blower Assembly, pages 11 and 12.
Also remove black wire from middle
switch terminal 2.
3. Remove black plastic strain relief and
power cord from switch plate. The
power cord supplied will not be used in
built-in installations. Pop in the plastic
snap bushing found in hardware kit into
the hole left by supply cord/strain relief.
4. A licensed electrician must follow the
wiring diagram to connect incoming
electrical supply to fan kit wiring harness (see Figure 20).
5. Plug power cord to the outlet receptacle
(not provided) as shown in Figure 21.
Wind the extra cable in power cord and
and tie it up with the plastic wire strap
(see Figure 21). Set the cable bundle
between the burner bracket and outer
casing, away from the burner.
6. Reinstall valve cover shield.
7. Test to make sure the blower is working properly.
8. Reinstall upper louver assembly and
hood if previously removed, (see Figure
16, page 11). Close lower louver door .
Fan Switch
110/115
V.A.C.
(Auto/Off/On)
Off
Black
White
Green
Auto
1
2
3
On
Red
Blue
Thermostat
Switch
(N.O.)
Blue
Red
White
Green
Blower
Motor
Figure 20 - Wiring Diagram For Blower Accessory Built-In Installation
Blower Bracket
Screw
Switch
Wire
Assembly
Harness
Power
Cord
3
2
1
Red
Blue
Outlet
Receptacle
Switch Plate
Plastic Wire
Strap
Valve
Cover
Shield
Box Cover
Clamp Connector
Wire
Harness
(not included)
Figure 21 - Installing Blower Bracket Assembly
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Extension Cord
Use extension cord if needed. The cord must
have a three-prong, grounding plug and a
three-hole receptacle. Make sure cord is in
good shape. It must be heavy enough to carry
the current needed. An undersized cord will
cause a drop in line voltage. This will result
in loss of power and overheating. Use a No.
16 AWG cord for lengths less than 50 feet.
ATTACHING WOOD BASE TO
SOLID FLOOR
For attaching base to solid floors (concrete
or masonry)
Note:
Floor anchors and mounting screws
are in hardware package. The hardware package is provided with fireplace.
1. Drill holes at marked locations using
5/16" drill bit. For solid floors (concrete
or masonry), drill at least 1" deep.
2. Fold floor anchor as shown in Figure 22.
3. Insert floor anchor (wings first) into
hole. Tap anchor flush to floor.
4. Insert mounting screws through base
and into floor anchors.
5. Tighten screws until base is firmly fas-
tened to floor.
WARNING: A qualified service
person must connect fireplace to
gas supply. Follow all local codes.
CAUTION: Never connect fireplace directly to the propane/LP
supply. This fireplace requires
an external regulator (not supplied). Install the external regulator between the fireplace and propane/LP supply.
The installer must supply an external regulator. The external regulator will reduce
incoming gas pressure. You must reduce
incoming gas pressure to between 11 and 14
inches of water. If you do not reduce incoming gas pressure, fireplace regulator damage
could occur. Install external regulator with
the vent pointing down as shown in Figure
23. Pointing the vent down protects it from
freezing rain or sleet.
CAUTION: Use only new,
black iron or steel pipe. Internally-tinned copper tubing may
be used in certain areas. Check
your local codes. Use pipe of 1/2"
or greater diameter to allow
proper gas volume to fireplace. If
pipe is too small, undue loss of
volume will occur.
Propane/LP
Supply
Tank
External Regulator
Installation must include an equipment
shutoff valve, union, and plugged 1/8" NPT
tap. Locate NPT tap within reach for test
gauge hook up. NPT tap must be upstream
from fireplace (see Figure 24).
IMPORTANT:
valve in an accessible location. The equipment shutoff valve is for turning on and
shutting off the gas to the appliance.
Check your building codes for any special
requirements for locating equipment shutoff
valve to fireplaces.
Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male NPT
threads. This will prevent excess sealant
from going into pipe. Excess sealant in pipe
could result in clogged fireplace valves.
WARNING: Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant to liquid petroleum (LP) gas.
We recommend that you install a sediment
trap in supply line as shown in Figure 24.
Locate sediment trap where it is within
reach for cleaning. Install in piping system
between fuel supply and fireplace. Locate
sediment trap where trapped matter is not
likely to freeze. A sediment trap traps moisture and contaminants. This keeps them
from going into fireplace controls. If sediment trap is not installed or is installed
wrong, fireplace may not run properly.
Install an equipment shutoff
CSA Design-Certified
Equipment Shutoff Valve
With 1/8" NPT Tap*
Figure 22 - Folding Anchor
CONNECTING TO GAS
SUPPLY
WARNING: This appliance re-
quires a 45° male flare fitting 5/8"18 UNF (Unified National Fine
Thread) inlet connection and the
flexible gas line provided.
Vent Pointing Down
Figure 23 - External Regulator with Vent
Pointing Down
14
From
External
Regulator
(11" W.C.
3" Minimum
Pipe Cap Tee
Nipple Joint
Sediment Trap
Figure 24 - Gas Connection
* Purchase the optional CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve from your
dealer. See Accessories, page 26.
to 14" W.C.
Pressure)
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CONNECTING EQUIPMENT
SHUTOFF VALVE TO
HEATER CONTROL
Installation Items Needed
• Phillips screwdriver
• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not
provided)
1. Remove fireplace screen. Remove two
screws that hold fireplace screen in
place for shipping. These screws are
located near top of screen. Discard
screws. Lift fireplace screen up and pull
out to remove.
2. Remove screws that attach branch sup-
port to fireplace (see Figure 25). Carefully lift up branch support and remove
from fireplace (see Figure 25).
3. Route flexible gas line, included, from
fireplace control to equipment shutoff
valve through side or rear access holes
in outer casing.
CAUTION: Avoid damage to
regulator. Hold gas regulator with
wrench when connecting it to gas
piping and/or fittings.
4. Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male
threads of gas connector attached to
flexible gas line/equipment shutoff
valve (see Figure 26).
Screen
Shipping
Branch
Support
Screen
Screw
5. Check all gas connections for leaks. See
Checking Gas Connections, page 16.
6. Replace branch support back into fireplace. Feed flexible gas line into fireplace base area while replacing branch
support. Make sure the entire flexible
gas line is in fireplace base area. Reattach branch support to fireplace with
screws removed in step 2.
Shoulder Screw
Flexible Gas
Line
NOTICE: Most building codes do
not permit concealed gas connections. A flexible gas line is
provided to allow accessibility
from the fireplace (see Figure 25).
The flexible gas supply line connection to the equipment shutoff
valve should be accessible.
Figure 25 - Removing Log Base Assembly From Fireplace
To Fireplace
Gas Regulator
Flexible Gas Line from
Fireplace Gas Regulator
Figure 26 - Attaching Flexible Gas Line to Equipment Shutoff Valve
➞
Equipment Shutoff Valve
Provided by Installer
To External
➞
Regulator
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CHECKING GAS
CONNECTIONS
WARNING: Test all gas piping and connections for leaks
after installing or servicing. Correct all leaks at once.
WARNING: Never use an open
flame to check for a leak. Apply a
noncorrosive leak detection fluid
to all joints. Bubbles forming show
a leak. Correct all leaks at once.
CAUTION: Make sure external
regulator has been installed between propane/LP supply and fireplace. See guidelines under
necting to Gas Supply
Pressure Testing Gas Supply
Piping System
Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG
(3.5 kPa)
1. Disconnect appliance with its appliance
main gas valve (control valve) and equipment shutoff valve from gas supply piping system. Pressures in excess of 1/2
psig will damage heater regulator.
2. Cap off open end of gas pipe where
equipment shutoff valve was connected.
3. Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed air or opening
propane/LP supply tank valve.
4. Check all joints of gas supply piping
system. Apply a noncorrosive leak detection fluid to gas joints. Bubbles
forming show a leak.
5. Correct all leaks at once.
6. Reconnect heater and equipment
shutoff valve to gas supply. Check reconnected fittings for leaks.
Con-
, page 14.
Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than
1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa)
1. Close equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 27).
2. Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed air or opening
propane/LP supply tank valve.
3. Check all joints from propane/LP supply tank to equipment shutoff valve (see
Figure 28). Apply a noncorrosive leak
detection fluid to gas joints. Bubbles
forming show a leak.
4. Correct all leaks at once.
Equipment
Shutoff
Valve
ON
Open
POSITION
Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas
Connections
1. Open equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 27).
2. Open propane/LP supply tank valve.
3. Make sure control knob of fireplace is
in the OFF position.
4. Check all joints from equipment shutoff
valve to thermostat gas valve (see Figure 28). Apply a noncorrosive leak detection fluid to gas joints. Bubbles
forming show a leak.
5. Correct all leaks at once.
6. Light fireplace (see Operating Fire-
place, pages 17 and 18). Check all other
internal joints for leaks.
7. Turn off fireplace (see To Turn Of f Gas
to Appliance, page 18).
8. Replace front panel.
OFF
Closed
POSITION
Figure 27 - Equipment Shutoff Valve
Propane/LP
Supply Tank
Equipment
Shutoff
Valve
Figure 28 - Checking Gas Joints Shown with Optional Mantel
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OPERATING
FIREPLACE
FOR YOUR SAFETY
READ BEFORE
LIGHTING
WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a
fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
A. This appliance has a pilot which must
be lighted by hand. When lighting the
pilot, follow these instructions exactly .
B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all
around the appliance area for gas. Be
sure to smell next to the floor because
some gas is heavier than air and will
settle on the floor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL
GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electric switch; do
not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbor’s phone. Follow
the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
C. Use only your hand to push in or turn
the gas control knob. Ne ver use tools.
If the knob will not push in or turn
by hand, don’t try to repair it, call a
qualified service technician or gas
supplier. Force or attempted repair
may result in a fire or explosion.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part
has been under water. Immediately
call a qualified service technician to
inspect the appliance and to replace
any part of the control system and
any gas control which has been under water.
LIGHTING
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: You must operate
this fireplace with the fireplace
screen in place. Make sure fireplace screen is installed before
running fireplace.
NOTICE: During initial operation
of new fireplace, burning logs
will give off a paper-burning
smell. Orange flame will also be
present. Open window to vent
smell. Operate fireplace on HI
position to burn off odor. This
will only last a few hours.
1. STOP! Read the safety information
column 1.
2. Make sure equipment shutoff valve
is fully open.
3. T urn control knob clockwise
to the OFF position.
4. Wait f ive (5) minutes to clear out an y
gas. Then smell for gas, including near
the floor . If you smell gas, ST OP! Follow “B” in the safety information at
the top of column 1. If you don’t smell
gas, go to the next step.
5. T urn contr ol knob counterclockwise
to the PILOT position. Press
in control knob for five (5) seconds
(see Figure 29).
Note:
You may be running this fireplace for the first time after hooking
up to gas supply. If so, the control
knob may need to be pressed in for
30 seconds or more. This will allow
air to bleed from the gas system.
Control Knob
Ignitor
Button
• If control knob does not pop up
when released, contact a qualified
service person or gas supplier for
repairs.
6. With control knob pressed in, push
down and release ignitor button.
This will light pilot. The pilot is attached to the front of burner. If
needed, keep pressing ignitor button until pilot lights.
Note:
If pilot does not stay lit, refer
to T r oubleshooting, pages 19 through
21. Also contact a qualified service
person or gas supplier for repairs.
Until repairs are made, light pilot with
match. To light pilot with match, see
Manual Lighting Procedure, page 18.
7. Keep control knob pressed in for 30
seconds after lighting pilot. After 30
seconds, release control knob.
Note:
If pilot goes out, repeat steps
3 through 7. This fireplace has a
safety interlock system. Wait one (1)
minute before lighting pilot again.
8. T urn contr ol knob counterclockwise
to desired heating level. The
main burner should light. Set control
knob to any heat level between HI
and LO.
CAUTION: Do not try to adjust
heating levels by using the equipment shutoff valve.
Pilot Burner
Ignitor Electrode
Figure 30 - Pilot
Thermocouple
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TO TURN OFF GAS
TO APPLIANCE
Shutting Off Fireplace
1. Tur n control knob clockwise
to the OFF position.
2. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed.
Shutting Off Burner Only (pilot
stays lit)
Turn control knob clockwise
the PILOT position.
THERMOSTAT
CONTROL
OPERATION
The thermostatic control used on this fireplace differs from standard thermostats.
Standard thermostats simply turn on and
off the burner. The thermostat used on
this fireplace senses the room temperature. The thermostat adjusts the amount
of gas flow to the burner. This increases or
decreases the burner flame height. At times
the er will cycle back on when room temperature drops below the set temperature.
The control knob can be set to any heat
level between HI and LO.
Note:
The thermostat sensing bulb mea-
sures the temperature of air near the fireplace cabinet. This may not always agree
with room temperature (depending on
housing construction, installation location,
room size, open air temperatures, etc.).
Frequent use of your fireplace will let you
determine your own comfort levels.
MANUAL LIGHTING
PROCEDURE
1. Follow steps 1 through 5 under Lighting Instructions, page 17.
2. With control knob pressed in, strik e
match. Hold match to pilot until pilot lights.
3. Keep control knob pressed in for 30
seconds after lighting pilot. After 30
seconds, release control knob. Now
follow step 8 under Lighting Instruc-
tions, page 17.
Clockwise
Clockwise
to
INSPECTING
BURNER
Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame
pattern often.
PILOT FLAME PATTERN
Figure 31 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. Figure 32 shows an incorrect pilot
flame pattern. The incorrect pilot flame is
not properly heating the thermocouple. This
will cause the thermocouple to cool. When
the thermocouple cools, the fireplace will
shut down.
If pilot flame pattern is incorrect, as shown
in Figure 32
• turn fireplace off (see T o T urn Off Gas to
Appliance)
• see Troubleshooting, pages 19 through 21
Pilot Burner
Thermocouple
Figure 31 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern
Pilot Burner
Thermocouple
Figure 32 - Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern
BURNER FLAME PATTERN
Figure 33 shows a correct burner flame
pattern. Figure 34 shows an incorrect burner
flame pattern. The incorrect burner flame
pattern shows sporadic, irregular flame tipping. The flame should not be dark or have
an orange/reddish tinge.
Note:
When using the fireplace the first
time, the flame will be orange for approximately one hour until the log cures.
If burner flame pattern is incorrect, as shown
in Figure 34
• turn fireplace off (see To Turn Of f Gas to
Appliance)
• see Troubleshooting, pages 19 through 21
Figure 33 - Correct Burner Flame Pattern
Figure 34 - Incorrect Burner Flame Pattern
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Note:
For additional help, visit DESA
International’s technical service web site
at www.desatech.com.
Note:
All troubleshooting items are listed in
order of operation.
OBSERVED PROBLEM
When ignitor button is pressed, there is no
spark at ODS/pilot
When ignitor button is pressed, there is
spark at ODS/pilot but no ignition
WARNING: Turn off and unplug fireplace and let cool before
servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and
repair fireplace.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. Ignitor cable pinched or wet
2. Ignitor electrode not connected to ignitor cable
3. Broken ignitor cable
4. Bad piezo ignitor
5. Ignitor electrode broken
6. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong
1. Gas supply turned off or equipment
shutoff valve closed
2. Control knob not in PILOT position
3. Control knob not pressed in while in
PILOT position
4. Air in gas lines when installed
5. Depleted gas supply
6. ODS/pilot is clogged
7. Gas regulator setting is not correct
CAUTION: Never use a wire,
needle, or similar object to clean
ODS/pilot. This can damage ODS/
pilot unit.
REMEDY
1. Free ignitor cable if pinched by any
metal or tubing. Keep ignitor cable dry
2. Reconnect ignitor cable
3. Replace ignitor cable
4. Replace piezo ignitor
5. Replace pilot assembly
6. Replace pilot assembly
1. Turn on gas supply or open equipment
shutoff valve
2. Turn control knob to PILOT position
3. Press in control knob while in PILOT
position
4. Continue holding down control knob.
Repeat igniting operation until air is
removed
5. Contact local propane/LP gas company
6. Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and
Maintenance, page 22) or replace ODS/
pilot assembly
7. Replace gas regulator
ODS/pilot lights but flame goes out when
control knob is released
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1. Control knob not fully pressed in
2. Control knob not pressed in long enough
3. Safety interlock system has been triggered
4. Equipment shutoff valve not fully open
5. Thermocouple connection loose at control valve
6. Pilot flame not touching thermocouple,
which allows thermocouple to cool,
causing pilot flame to go out. This problem could be caused by one or both of
the following:
A) Low gas pressure
B) Dirty or partially clogged ODS/pilot
7. Thermocouple damaged
8. Control valve damaged
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1. Press in control knob fully
2. After ODS/pilot lights, keep control
knob pressed in 30 seconds
3. Wait one minute for safety interlock system to reset. Repeat ignition operation
4. Fully open equipment shutoff valve
5. Hand tighten until snug, then tighten 1/4
turn more
6. A) Contact local propane/LP gas company
B) Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and
maintenance, page 22) or replace ODS/
pilot assembly
7. Replace pilot assembly
8. Replace control valve
Continued
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Continued
OBSERVED PROBLEM
Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit
Delayed ignition of burner
Burner backfiring during combustion
Yellow flame during burner combustion
Slight smoke or odor during initial operation
Fireplace produces a whistling noise when
burner is lit
POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. Burner orifice is clogged
2. Inlet gas pressure is too low
1. Manifold pressure is too low
2. Burner orifice is clogged
1. Burner orifice is clogged or damaged
2. Burner damaged
3. Low inlet gas pressure
4. Gas regulator defective
1. Not enough air
2. Gas regulator defective
1. Residues from manufacturing processes
1. Turning control knob to HI position
when burner is cold
2. Air in gas line
3. Air passageways on fireplace blocked
4. Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice
REMEDY
1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and maintenance, page 22) or replace burner orifice
2. Contact local propane/LP gas company
1. Contact local propane/LP gas company
2. Clean burner (see Cleaning and mainte-
nance, page 22) or replace burner orifice
1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and mainte-
nance, page 22) or replace burner orifice
2. Replace burner pressure
3. Contact local propane/LP gas company
4. Replace gas regulator
1. Check burner for dirt and debris. If
found, clean burner (see Cleaning and
maintenance, page 22)
2. Replace gas regulator
1. Problem will stop after a few hours of
operation
1. Turn control knob to LO position and
let warm up for a minute
2. Operate burner until air is removed from
line. Have gas line checked by local propane/LP gas company
3. Observe minimum installation clearances (see Figures 7 and 8, page 8)
4. Clean burner (see Cleaning and mainte-
nance, page 22) or replace burner orifice
White powder residue forming within burner
box or on adjacent walls or furniture
1. When heated, vapors from furniture polish, wax, carpet cleaners, etc. may turn
into white powder residue
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1. Turn heater off when using furniture
polish, wax, carpet cleaners, or similar
products
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Continued
WARNING: If you smell gas
• Shut off gas supply.
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your
building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the
gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
OWNER’S MANUAL
IMPORTANT:
supplies, paint, paint remover, cigarette smoke, cements and glues, new carpet or textiles,
etc., create fumes. These fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors.
Operating fireplace where impurities in air exist may create odors. Cleaning
OBSERVED PROBLEM
Fireplace produces a clicking/ticking noise
just after burner is lit or shut off
Fireplace produces unwanted odors
Fireplace shuts off in use (ODS operates)
Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF
position
POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. Metal expanding while heating or contracting while cooling
1. Fireplace burning vapors from paint, hair
spray, glues, etc. (see
statement above)
2. Low fuel supply
3. Gas leak. See W arning statement at
top of page
1. Not enough fresh air is available
2. Low line pressure
3. ODS/pilot is partially clogged
1. Gas leak. See W arning statement at
top of page
2. Control valve defective
IMPORTANT
REMEDY
1. This is common with most fireplaces. If
noise is excessive, contact qualified service person
1. Ventilate room. Stop using odor causing products while fireplace is running
2. Refill supply tank
3. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check-
ing Gas Connections, page 16)
1. Open window and/or door for ventilation
2. Contact local propane/LP gas company
3. Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and
maintenance, page 22)
1. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check-
ing Gas Connections, page 16)
2. Replace control valve
Gas odor during combustion
Moisture/condensation noticed on windows
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1. Foreign matter between control valve
and burner
2. Gas leak. See W arning statement at
top of page
1. Not enough combustion/ventilation air
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1. Take apart gas tubing and remove foreign matter
2. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check-
ing Gas Connections, page 16)
1. Refer to Air for Combustion and Venti-
lation requirements (page 5)
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CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Turn off fireplace
and let cool before cleaning.
CAUTION: You must keep control areas, burner, and circulating
air passageways of fireplace
clean. Inspect these areas of fireplace before each use. Have fireplace inspected yearly by a qualified service person. Fireplace may
need more frequent cleaning due
to excessive lint from carpeting,
bedding material, pet hair, etc.
CLEANING BURNER
INJECTOR HOLDER AND
PILOT AIR INLET HOLE
The primary air inlet holes allow the proper
amount of air to mix with the gas. This
provides a clean burning flame. Keep these
holes clear of dust, dirt, lint, and pet hair.
Clean these air inlet holes prior to each
heating season. Blocked air holes will create soot. We recommend that you clean the
unit every three months during operation and
have heater inspected yearly by a qualified
service person.
We also recommend that you keep the burner
tube and pilot assembly clean and free of dust
and dirt. To clean these parts we recommend
using compressed air no greater than 30 PSI.
Your local computer store, hardware store, or
home center may carry compressed air in a
can. You can use a vacuum cleaner in the
blow position. If using compressed air in a
can, please follow the directions on the can.
If you don't follow directions on the can, you
could damage the pilot assembly.
1. Shut off the unit, including the pilot.
Allow the unit to cool for at least thirty
minutes.
2. Inspect burner, pilot, and primary air
inlet holes on injector holder for dust
and dirt (see Figure 35).
3. Blow air through the ports/slots and
holes in the burner.
4. Check the injector holder located at the
end of the burner tube again. Remove
any large particles of dust, dirt, lint, or
pet hair with a soft cloth or vacuum
cleaner nozzle.
5. Blow air into the primary air holes on
the injector holder.
6. In case any large clumps of dust have
now been pushed into the burner repeat
steps 3 and 4.
Clean the pilot assembly also. A yellow tip
on the pilot flame indicates dust and dirt in
the pilot assembly. There is a small pilot air
inlet hole about two inches from where the
pilot flame comes out of the pilot assembly
(see Figure 36). With the unit off, lightly
blow air through the air inlet hole. You may
blow through a drinking straw if compressed
air is not available.
Injector Holder
Ports/Slots
Burner
Tube
Primary Air Inlet
Holes
Figure 35 - Injector Holder On Outlet
Burner Tube
Pilot Air Inlet
Hole
Pilot Assembly
Figure 36 - Pilot Inlet Air Hole
CABINET
Air Passageways
• Use a vacuum cleaner or pressurized air
to clean.
Exterior
• Use a soft cloth dampened with a mild
soap and water mixture. Wipe the cabinet to remove dust.
REPLACEMENT
PARTS
Note:
Use only original replacement parts.
This will protect your warranty coverage for
parts replaced under warranty.
PARTS UNDER WARRANTY
Contact authorized dealers of this product.
If they can’t supply original replacement
part(s) call DESA International’s Technical
Service Department at 1-866-672-6040 for
referral information.
When calling DESA International, have
ready
• your name
• your address
• model and serial numbers of your fireplace
• how fireplace was malfunctioning
• type of gas used (propane/LP or natural gas)
• purchase date
Usually, we will ask you to return the part to
the factory.
PARTS NOT UNDER
WARRANTY
Contact authorized dealers of this product
or Parts Central (see page 23). If they can’t
supply original replacement part(s) call
DESA International at 1-866-672-6040 for
referral information.
When calling DESA International, have ready:
• model number of your fireplace
• the replacement part number
SERVICE HINTS
When Gas Pressure Is Too Low
• pilot will not stay lit
• burner will have delayed ignition
• fireplace will not produce specified heat
• propane/LP gas supply may be low
You may feel your gas pressure is too low.
If so, contact your local propane/LP gas
supplier.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Btu (Variable) 14,000/26,000
Type Gas Propane/LP Only
Ignition Piezo
Pressure Regulator Setting 8" W.C.
Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water)*
Maximum 14"
Minimum 11"
Dimensions, Inches (H x W x D)
Fireplace 25
Carton 32 5/8 x 27 3/16 x 11 5/8
Weight, pounds
Fireplace 44 1/2 lbs.
Shipping 48 lbs.
* For purposes of input adjustment
PARTS CENTRALS
Baltimore Electric
1348 Dixwell Avenue
Hamden, CT 06514-0322
1-800-397-7553
203-248-7553
Parts Department
Portable Heater Parts
342 N. County Rd. 400 East
Valparaiso, IN 46383-9704
All States
219-462-7441
1-800-362-6951
Parts Department
sales@portableheaterparts.com
techservice@portableheaterparts.com
FBD
1349 Adams St.
Bowling Green, KY 42103-3413
270-846-1199
1-800-654-8534
Fax: 1-800-846-0090
franktalk@aol.com
7
/8 x 26 13/16 x 9 3/8
These Parts Centrals are privately owned businesses. They have agreed to support our
customer’s needs by providing original replacement parts and accessories.
Master Parts Distributors
1251 Mound Ave. NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504-2672
616-791-0505
1-800-446-1446
Fax: 616-791-8270
www.nbmc.com
Washer Equipment Co.
1715 Main Street
Kansas City, MO 64108-2195
KS, MO, AR
816-842-3911
www.washerparts.com
East Coast Energy Products
707 Broadway
W. Long Branch, NJ 07764-1542
732-870-8809
1-800-755-8809
www.njplaza.com/ecep
Dayton Hardware
P.O. Box 275
North Dayton Station
Dayton, OH 45404-0275
All States
937-258-3721
OH 1-800-762-3426
TECHNICAL
SERVICE
You may have further questions about installation, operation, or troubleshooting. If
so, contact DESA International’s Technical
Service Department at 1-866-672-6040.
When calling, please have your model and
serial numbers of your heater ready.
You can also visit DESA International’s
technical service web site at
www.desatech.com.
Halco Enterprises
208 Carter Drive, Unit 21
West Chester, PA 19382-4500
610-430-7717
1-800-368-0803
www.halcoenterprises.com
Laportes Parts & Service
2444 N. 5th Street
Hartsville, SC 29550-7704
803-332-0191
Parts Department
Cans Unlimited, Inc.
P.O. Box 645
Taylor, SC 29687-0013
All States
803-879-3009
1-800-845-5301
cuisales@aol.com
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ILLUSTRATED
PARTS
BREAKDOWN
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42
20
29
3
33
24
12-1
9
30
7
4
10
4
17
8
7 8
11
14
25
23
1
8
3
2
12
34
35
25
39
28
41
16
12
13
37
5
26
24
39
15
14
6
27
8
32
19
38
18
36
22
21
40
31
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PARTS LIST
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This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the
instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 22 of this manual.
KEY CGCF26TP
NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.
1 102633-02 Outer Casing Top 1
2 102624-02 Outer Casing 1
3 099230-02 Shoulder Screw 14
4 098304-01 Screw, #10 x 3/8" 16
5 107178-02 Burner 1
6 103209-01 Louvered Door 1
7 102635-02CK Left and Right Side Front 2
8 M11084-26 Hex Head Screw, #10 x 3/8" 28
9 103209-05 Top Louver 1
10 104281-02BR Firebox Hood 1
11 102638-01 Firebox Top 1
12 104286-01 ODS/Pilot Assembly 1
13 ** Firebox Wrapper 1
14 099211-01 Control Bracket Screw 2
15 103963-01 Inlet Tube 1
16 102834-01 Outlet Tube 1
17 101629-02 Bushing 1
18 098303-02 Regulator Screw 2
19 104335-01CK Outer Shell Base 1
20 102649-02CK Branch Support 1
21 099415-09 Gas Regulator 1
22 102875-01 Regulator Bracket 1
23 101381-01 Valve Cover and Piezo 1
24 099387-11 Pilot Tube 1
25 098271-06 Ignitor Cable 1
26 107186-01 Injector 1
27 101629-01 Bushing 1
28 098249-01 Nut, M5 2
29 098522-22 Gas Valve 1
30 102639-01 Baffle 1
31 101628-01 Flexible Connector 1
32 102869-01 Control Bracket 1
33 102731-01 Control Shield 1
34 103295-03BR Screen Assembly 1
35 107154-01 Log Set 1
36 104313-01 Hinge, Right 1
37 104313-02 Hinge, Left 1
38 M10908-2 Hinge Screws 4
39 103734-01 Burner Support 2
40 097809-03
41 101006-02 Bracket, Pilot 1
42 098304-03 Screw, #8 x 3/8" 4
3/8" NPT x 3/8" Flare Brass Fitting
1
101054-01 Lighting Instructions Plate 1
100563-01 Warning Plate 1
103470-01 Hardware Package 1
** Part not available for field replacement.
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ACCESSORIES
Purchase these fireplace accessories from
your local dealer or Parts Central (see page
23). If they cannot supply these accessories
call DESA International’s Sales Department
at 1-866-672-6040 for referral information.
You can also write to the address listed on the
back page of this manual.
EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF
VALVE - GA5010
For all models. Equipment shutoff valve
with 1/8" NPT tap.
THERMOSTATICALLYCONTROLLED BLOWER KIT
GA3450T
For all models. Provides better heat distribution. Blower turns off and on automatically, as
needed. Complete installation and operating
instructions included.
CORNER MANTEL WITH
FULL HEARTH BASE
Stained Oak Veneer - GMC64F
Unfinished Birch Veneer
GMC63U
Space-saving mantel and full hearth base
corner design offers classic styling. Available in stained oak or unfinished hardwood,
ready to stain or paint. Complete assembly
instructions included. Three-sided brass trim
kit included.
BRASS TRIM KIT - GA6095
Optional four-sided brass trim kit for builtin installations. Provides a finished appearance covering rough edges of wall opening.
CABINET MANTEL WITH
FULL HEARTH BASE
Stained Oak Veneer - GMC60F
Unfinished Birch Veneer
GMC61U
The hardwood mantel and full hearth base
feature fluted legs and crown molding.
Available in medium stained oak, white
lacquer finish, and unfinished hardwood,
ready to stain or paint. Complete assembly
instructions included. Three-sided brass trim
kit included.
CLEANING KIT - CCK
(Not Shown)
For all models. Your vent-free gas appliance requires regular cleaning and maintenance to prevent performance problems.
This kit gives you the tools and instructions
to make it easy to clean all critical areas of
your appliance.
INFORMATION VIDEO 108917-01
For all models. A care and maintenance
video is available by calling 1-866-672-6040.
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
KEEP THIS WARRANTY
Model
Serial No.
Date Purchased
Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory.
We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable is our standard written warranty. We
make no other warranty, expressed or implied.
LIMITED WARRANTY
VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE
DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for two (2) years from the date of first purchase,
provided that the product has been properly installed, operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions. To make a claim
under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented.
This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser. This warranty covers the cost of part(s) required to restore this fireplace to
proper operating condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a DESA Authorized Service Center. Warranty part(s) MUST be
obtained through authorized dealers of this product and/or DESA International who will provide original factory replacement parts. Failure
to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty. The fireplace MUST be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with
all local codes and instructions furnished with the unit.
This warranty does not apply to parts that are not in original condition because of normal wear and tear, or parts that fail or become damaged as
a result of misuse, accidents, lack of proper maintenance or defects caused by improper installation. Travel, diagnostic cost, labor, transportation
and any and all such other costs related to repairing a defective fireplace will be the responsibility of the owner.
TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THE LAW OF THE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT;
THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTIES AND LIMITS THE DURATION
OF ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO TWO (2) YEARS ON ALL COMPONENTS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST PURCHASE; AND DESA
INTERNATIONAL’S LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND DESA INTERNATIONAL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation on implied warranties, or exclusion or limitation on damages may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
For information about this warranty write:
TM
2701 Industrial Drive
P.O. Box 90004
Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004
www.desatech.com
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NOT A UPC
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