GAS LOG VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
ANSI Z21.84
O-TL REPORT # 114-L-31-4
BVSR18, BVSR24, BVDR18, BVDR24, BVDR30
For Use with Log Sets:
American Pepper Log Models BAP18 and BAP24 Ponderosa Pine Log Models BOP18 and BOP24 Mossy Maple BMM18, BMM24 (Shown) and BMM30 Texas Mesquite Log Models BTM18, BTM24 and BTM30
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.
•Donottouchanyelectricalswitch;donotuseany phone in your building.
•Immediatelycallyourgassupplierfromaneighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
•If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
—Installationandservicemustbeperformedbyaqualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance. CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
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Table of Contents
Safety................................................................... |
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Inspecting Burners ............................................ |
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Product Identification............................................ |
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Cleaning and Maintenance................................ |
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Local Codes......................................................... |
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Troubleshooting................................................. |
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Unpacking............................................................ |
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Replacement Parts............................................. |
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Optional Product Features................................... |
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Accessories........................................................ |
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Installation ........................................................... |
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Parts................................................................... |
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Operation........................................................... |
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Warranty............................................... |
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WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can causeinjuryorpropertydamage.
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 appliance is for installation only in a solid-fuel burning masonry or
UL127 factory-built fireplace, constructed of noncombustible material and connected to a working flue. (See page 5 for minimum flue opening.)
WARNING:Thisisagas-fired appliance. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed.Provisionsforadequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. Refer to the
National Fuel Gas Codes, ANSI Z233.1/NFPA54,Air for Combustion and Ventilation.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket,* permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by local codes.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer.
WARNING:Thisproductcontainsand/orgenerateschemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING: Keep flue open when operating unit.
IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manualcarefullyandcompletely before trying to assemble, operate or service this log set. Improper use of this log set can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosion, electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning.
DANGER:Carbonmonoxide
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 log set may not be working properly. Get fresh air at once! Have log set 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.
Natural Gas: Natural gas is odorless. An odor-making agent is added to the gas. The odor helps you detect a gas leak. However, the odor added to the gas can fade. 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 log set.
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WARNING: Any change to this log set or its controls can be dangerous.
1.This appliance, as supplied, is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is convertible for use with propane/LP, using the GA9050A-1 or GA9150A pilot kit.
2.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
3.Never install the log set
•in a recreational vehicle
•wherecurtains,furniture,clothingorother flammable objects are less than 42" from the front, top or sides of the log set
•in high traffic areas
•in windy or drafty areas
4.Before installing in a solid fuel burning fireplace, the chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned of soot, creosote, ashes and loose paint by a qualified chimney cleaner. Creosote will ignite if highly heated. Inspect chimney flue and firebox for damage. If damaged, repair flue before operating heater.
5.You must operate this log set with a fireplace screen in place. Make sure fireplace screen is closed before running log set.
6.This log set is designed to be smokeless. If logs ever appear to smoke, turn off appliance and call a qualified service person.
Note: During initial operation, slight smoking could occur due to log curing and the burning of manufacturing residues. You may wish to add more ventilation by opening a window.
7.To reduce the creation of soot, follow the instructions in Cleaning and Maintenance, page 11.
8.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 increase sooting.
9.Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with this log set.
10.This installation and provisions for combustion and ventilation air must conform to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z233.1/NFPA 54, Air for Combustion and Ventilation.
11.Do not run log set
•where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored
•under dusty conditions
12.Do not burn solid fuel in the fireplace after installing the log set. Do not use this log set to cook food or burn paper or other objects.
13.Log set becomes very hot when in use. Keep children and adults away from hot surface to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Log set will remain hot for a time after shutdown. Allow surface to cool before touching.
14.Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room with log set.
15.Do not use appliance if any part has been exposed to or under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the room appliance and to replace any part of the control system (if using GA9050A-1 or GA9150A) and any gas control which has been under water.
16.To help prevent breakage, new logs must be broken-in (see Curing Logs, page 13).
17.Turn log set off and let cool before servicing, installing or repairing. Only a qualified service person should install, service or repair log set.
18.Provide adequate clearances around air openings.
19Control knob may be hot when turning unit off. A 6" extension rod is available to make he knob more easily accessible and reduce temperature of control knob (see
Accessories on page 19).
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Install and use log set 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
CAUTION: Do not remove the data plates from the burner pan. The data plates contain important warranty and safety information.
1.Remove logs, hearth kit, pan materials and hardware from carton.
2.Remove all protective packaging applied to logs and base for shipment.
3.Check heater for any shipping damage. If heater is damaged call DESA Heating,
LLC at 1-866-672-6040 for replacement parts before returning to dealer.
ON/OFF Safety Valve/Pilot kit and Propane/lp conversion
An optional valve/safety pilot kit with a piezo ignitor is available for this appliance.This system requires no matches, batteries or other sources to light. You must use this optional system for LP conversion. See Accessories, page 19.
remote control ready
(Millivolt) Safety Valve/Pilot kit
An optional millivolt valve/safety pilot kit with a piezo ignitor is available for this appliance. This system requires no matches, batteries or other sources to light. This system may be connected to a wall switch or hand-held wireless remote control. See Accessories, page 19.
Remote Control Accessories
There is an optional hand-held ON/OFF remote control that can be purchased separately for this log set. You must use the millivolt valve/safety pilot kit to use remote accessories with this appliance. See Accessories, page 19.
A wall switch is also available for this appliance. You must use the millivolt valve/safety pilot kit to use the wall switch with this appliance. See Accessories, page 19.
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WARNING: The Massachusetts State Board requires all installations be performed by a Licensed Plumber or Gas Fitter. Massachusetts state code requires all vent dampers be welded open or removed.
CAUTION: Do not remove the data plates attached to the burner pan. The data plates contain important warranty and safety information.
WARNING: Before installing in a solid fuel burning fireplace, the chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned of soot, creosote, ashes and loose paint by a qualified chimney cleaner. Creosote will ignite if highly heated.Adirtychimneyfluemay createanddistributesootwithin thehouse.Inspectchimneyflue for damage.
NOTICE: Installation, service, andrepairofthisappliancemust be performed by a qualified installer,serviceagency,company orgassupplierexperiencedwith this type of gas appliance. Only factory authorized components listed in these instructions may be used in accordance with the manufacturer’sinstructionsand all codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. Any modifications to this kit, or use of unauthorized componentsoraccessoryitems will void the manufacturer’s warranty, and may result in a hazardous condition.
FLUE OPENING SPECIFICATIONS
Note: This vented appliance must be installed only in a solid-fuel burning fireplace with a working flue and constructed of noncombustible material.
The charts in Figure 2, page 6, indicate technical information regarding the installation of your gas log set. Please make sure that all of the specifications shown are applicable before installation is attempted.
The fireplace must include a working flue and venting system with minimum openings
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BVSR24 |
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30DR |
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FUEL INLET PRESSURE
SPECIFICATIONS (W.C.)
Min. Max.
NG 5.5" 10.5"
LP 11" 13"
Figure 2 - Technical Information Charts
CHECK GAS TYPE
Use only natural gas. If your gas supply is not natural gas, you must install ON/OFF Safety Valve/Pilot Kit (see Accessories, page 19). Call dealer where you bought your log set.
If the fireplace does not have a gas supply shutoff valve, one must be installed.
VENTING SPECIFICATIONS FOR INSTALLATION
Fireplace chimney flue and vent must be drafting properly. To check vent for proper drafting: Light a tightly rolled newspaper on one end and place at inside front edge of fireplace. Observe smoke and be sure vent is properly drawing it up the chimney. If smoke spills out into room, extinguish flame and remove any obstruction until proper venting is achieved.
Chimney flue damper must be fixed open to provide a minimum of 64 sq. in. of free air opening during operation of this log set. A multipurpose damper clamp is provided to fix the damper in position.
INSTALLING DAMPER CLAMP
Secure damper stop clamp provided to leading edge of damper as shown in Figure 3. If for any reason this clamp doesn't work on your fireplace, another suitable clamp or permanent stop must be installed, or damper blade must be cut or removed.
Damper
Clamp
Damper
Damper
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Damper Damper
Masonry Fireplace |
Manufactured Fireplace |
Figure 3 - Attaching Damper Clamp
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CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY
WARNING: A qualified service person must connect log set to gas supply. Follow all local codes.
Installation Items Needed
Before installing log set, make sure you have the items listed below.
•piping (check local codes)
•sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)
•equipment shutoff valve
•test gauge connection
•adjustable (crescent) wrench or pliers
•sediment trap
•tee joint
•pipe wrench
WARNING: Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant to liquid petroleum (LP) gas.
We recommend that you install a sediment trap in the supply line as shown in Figure 4. Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning. Install in piping system between fuel supply and heater. Locate sediment trap where trapped matter is not likely to freeze. A sediment trap traps moisture and contaminants. This keeps them from going into log set controls. If sediment trap is not installed or is installed wrong, log set may not run properly.
Approved Flexible Gas Hose (if allowed by local codes)
CAUTION: Use only new, black iron or steel pipe. Inter- nally-tinned copper tubing may be used in certain areas. Check your local codes. Use pipe of 1/2"diameterorgreatertoallow proper gas volume to log set. If pipe is too small, undue loss of volume will occur.
Installation must include an equipment shutoff valve, union, and a plugged 1/8" NPT tap. Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up. NPT tap must be upstream from log set (see Figure 4).
IMPORTANT: Install equipment shutoff valve in an accessible location. The equipment shutoff valve is for turning on or shutting off gas to appliance.
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 a clogged burner injector.
CSA Design-Certified |
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Tee Pipe Cap
Joint Nipple
Sediment Trap
Figure 4 - Gas Connection
* Purchase the optional CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer.
** Minimum inlet pressure for purpose of input adjustment.
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CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS
WARNING:Testallgaspiping and connections, internal and external to unit, for leaks after installing or servicing. Correct all leaks at once.
WARNING: Never use an open flame to check for a leak.
Applyanoncorrosiveleakdetection fluid to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct all leaks at once.
Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System
Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa)
1.Disconnect log set and its individual equipment shutoff valve from gas supply piping system.
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 main gas valve located on or near gas meter.
4.Check all joints of gas supply piping system. Apply a noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.
5.Correct all leaks at once.
6.Reconnect log set and equipment shutoff valve to gas supply. Check reconnected fittings for leaks.
Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than
1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa)
1.Close equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 5).
2.Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed air or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter.
3.Check all joints from gas meter to equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 6). Apply a noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.
4.Correct all leaks at once.
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Figure 5 - Equipment Shutoff Valve
Equipment
Shutoff Valve
Gas Meter
Figure 6 - Checking Gas Joints
Hearth kit assembly and
Installation
Kit Assembly
Note: The following instructions apply to both standard single bar burners, as well as dual flame “U” style burners. Be sure all pipe threaded connections are tight, and have thread compound to prevent leaks.
1.Determine which side the gas line will be coming into the fireplace.
2.Using a hammer and screw driver, remove knock-out plug from the side of the pan that corresponds to the gas line (see
Figure 7).
3.Unscrew burner inlet fitting from burner manifold (see Figure 8, page 9).
4.Place burner manifold in pan with threaded opening facing open knock-out plug.
Knock-out
Plugs
Figure 7 - Knock-Out Plug Locations
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5.Usingthreadsealant(resistanttotheaction of propane/LP gas) on larger end of fitting, screw the burner inlet fitting through hole and into burner manifold. Tighten using a wrench. If using propane/LP gas, see
Propane/LP Gas Conversion, page 10.
6.Using burner clamp, screw, and nut provided, assemble clamp to pan (“U” style burners only). This will hold the burner manifold in place.
7.If using optional GA9050A-1 kit, go to
Optional GA9050A-1 On/Off Safety Valve/Pilot Kit Assembly for installation instructions. If using optional GA9150A kit, follow instructions included with kit for installation and operation.
Burner Clamp |
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Figure 9 - Installing Burner
Optional GA9050A-1 ON/
OFF Safety Valve/Pilot Kit
Assembly
For additional convenience and safety, or for propane/LP conversion, an optional ON/ OFF safety valve/pilot kit is available. See
Accessories, page 19.
Burner
Pan
Screw
Burner Inlet
Fitting
Figure 8 - Installing Burner
Installation and Gas Connection
1.Place burner pan assembly in center of fireplace floor. Make sure inlet end of pan faces gas supply.
2.Thread gas supply fitting to fireplace gas supply pipe. Use thread sealant.
3.Install adapter fitting onto burner inlet fitting using thread sealant on male threads of burner inlet fitting (see Figure 6).Adjust to most convenient position.
4.Install gas connector tube to gas supply fitting. Carefully shape tube to attach to adapter fitting. Be careful not to cause kinks in tube.
WARNING: You must use a
ON/OFFsafetyvalve/pilotkitfor propane/LP conversion.
Natural Gas Installation
1.Thread the gas control valve onto the burner inlet fitting (see Figure 10). Use thread sealant on the male threads of the burner inlet fitting. Hold the burner inlet fitting with a wrench to prevent overtightening the connection to the burner. Make sure the control rod is facing the front (see Figure 10).
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Figure 10 - Installing Gas Control Valve
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