Desa A Series, C Series, VSGF28PVA, VSGF28PTC, CSGF28PTC Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

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DESA INTERNATIONAL

UNVENTED (VENT-FREE)

PROPANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE

OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

Variable Manually-

Controlled "A" Models

and

Thermostatically-

Controlled

“C” Models

with

Split Oak Logs

optional cabinet

mantel, hearth base, and trim

accessories.

Shown with

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 quali-

fied installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.

This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by state or local codes. * Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer

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

Combustion and Ventilation

tion on page 4 of this manual.

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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 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 fireplace.

WARNING: Any change to this fireplace or its controls can be dangerous.

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. Never install the fireplace

• in a recreational vehicle

• where curtains, furniture, clothing, or

other flammable objects are less than 42 inches from the front, top, or sides of the fireplace

• in high traffic areas

• in windy or drafty areas

6. Do not use this fireplace as a woodburning fireplace. Use only the logs provided with the fireplace.

7. 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.

8. Y ou must operate this fireplace with the fireplace screen and hood in place. Make sure fireplace screen and hood are in place before running fireplace.

9. 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.

10. To prevent the creation of soot, follow the instructions in Cleaning and Main- tenance, page 21.

11. Do not allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace. A void any drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Ceiling fans can create drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Altered burner patterns can cause sooting.

12. 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.

Note:

During initial op-

13. Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert, fireplace hood or other accessory not approved for use with this heater.

14. This fireplace needs fresh air ventilation to run properly . This fireplace has an oxygen depletion sensor (ODS) pilot light safety system. The ODS shuts down the fireplace if not enough fresh air is available. See Air for Combus- tion and Ventilation, pages 4 through

6. If fireplace keeps shutting off, see Troubleshooting, pages 22 through 24.

15. Do not run fireplace

• where flammable liquids or vapors

are used or stored

• under dusty conditions

16. Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn paper or other objects.

17. Never place any objects in the fireplace or on logs.

18. 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.

19. Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room with fireplace.

20. Do not use fireplace if any part has been exposed to or under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the fireplace and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.

21. Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken. Do not operate fireplace if a log is chipped (dime-sized or larger).

22. Turn fireplace off and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair fireplace.

23. Operating fireplace above elevations of 4,500 feet could cause pilot outage.

24. To prevent performance problems, do not use propane/LP fuel tanks of less than 100 lbs. capacity.

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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Middle Log

Front Log

Front Burner

Base Assembly

Figure 1 - Log Base Assembly, Split Oak Set

Top Louver Assembly

Fireplace Hood

Firebox Support

Crossover Log

Top Outer Casing

Rear Log

Rear Burner

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 ANS Z223.1, also known as 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

UNPACKING

WARNING: Do not remove the metal data plates attached to the heater base assembly. The data plates contain important warranty information.

1. With utility knife, cut the carton all the way around above the staples on the bottom tray. Lift the carton off the heater. Remove packing. hood is located in the packing on the right hand side of the heater front. Lift the heater off the bottom tray.

2. Locate two screws above top corners of the fireplace screen. Remove and discard these screws. Lift fireplace screen up and pull out to remove.

3. Remove protective packaging applied to logs, log base assembly , and fireplace.

4. Remove fireplace hood from carton insert.

5. Check all items for any shipping damage. If damaged, promptly inform dealer where you bought fireplace.

Note:

The

Screen Assembly

Figure 2 - Fireplace

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Bottom Louver Assembly

Blower Assembly (Models VSGF28PTC and CSG28PTC Only, Optional for Model VSGF28PVA)

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PRODUCT FEATURES

OPERATION

This vent-free fireplace is clean burning. It requires no outside venting. There is no heat loss out a vent or up a chimney. Heat is generated by both realistic flames and glowing embers. When used without the blower, the fireplace requires no electricity making it ideal for emergency backup heat.

SAFETY DEVICE

This fireplace has a pilot with an Oxygen Detection Safety Pilot System (ODS). The ODS/pilot is a required feature for vent-free room heaters. The ODS system 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.

BLOWER ASSEMBLY

(VSGF28PTC/CSGF28PTC)

This fireplace has a blower assembly. The blower operates thermostatically. The blower circulates heated air from the fireplace into the room. Use of blower is optional. Optional blower accessories are available for models VSGF28PVA.

THERMOSTAT CONTROL MODELS (VSGF28PTC/CSGF28PTC)

These fireplaces have a thermostat sensing bulb and a control valve. The thermostat controls the heat output and flame height. This maintains a consistent room temperature. Even the lowest setting provides realistic flames and glowing embers from two burners. Selecting higher comfort settings allows fireplace to run longer, producing greater heat output. At lower comfort settings, the fireplace will run less. This results in increased heating comfort. This can also result in lower gas bills.

VARIABLE MANUAL CONTROL (VSGF28PVA)

These fireplaces have a variable manual control valve which allows the user to choose the heat setting that best suits his needs. Any setting between low and high may be selected by simply turning the control knob.

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 excerpt from National Fuel Gas Code. NFPA 54/ANS Z223.1, 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 4 through 6 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

mining Fresh-Air Flow for Fireplace Location

and

, page 6

on page 5.

Ventilation Air

and

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Confined Space and Unconfined Space

The National Fuel Gas Code (ANS Z223.1, 1992 Section 5.3) 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.

This heater shall not be installed in a confined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air.

* 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 work sheet 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. Divide the space volume by 50 cubic feet to determine the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support.

___________ (volume of space) ÷ 50 cu. ft. = (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 work sheet, adding the space of an adjoining room. If the extra space provides an unconfined space, remove door to adjoin-

ing room or add ventilation grills between rooms. See Ventilation Air from Inside Building, page 6.

B. Vent room directly to the outdoors. See Ventilation Air from Outdoors, page 6. 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 22 ft. (length) x 18 ft. (width) x 8 ft. (ceiling height) = 3168 cu. ft. (volume of space)

3168 cu. ft. (volume of space) ÷ 50 cu. ft. = 63.3 or 63,300 (maximum Btu/Hr the space can support)

Example:

Gas water heater Vent-free fireplace + Total =

63,300 Btu/Hr (maximum the space can support)

68,000 Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used)

40,000 28,000 68,000

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

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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 3). You can also remove door into adjoining room (see option 3, Figure 3). Follow the National Fuel

Gas Code NFPA 54/ANS Z223.1, Section

5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation for

required size of ventilation grills or ducts.

WARNING: Rework worksheet, adding the space of the adjoining unconfined space. The combined spaces must have enough fresh air to supply all appliances in both spaces.

12"

Ventilation

Grills

Into Adjoining

Room,

Option 1

Figure 3 - Ventilation Air from Inside Building

Outlet Air

Remove

Door into

Adjoining

Room, Option

12"

Outlet Air

Ventilation Grills

Into Adjoining Room,

Option 2

Ventilated Attic

To Attic

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 NFPA 54/ANS Z223.1, 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

Inlet Air

Figure 4 - Ventilation Air from Outdoors

Crawl

Space

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.

WARNING: Never install the fireplace

• in a bedroom or bathroom

• in a recreational vehicle

• where curtains, furniture,

clothing, or other flammable objects are less than 42 inches from the front, top, or sides of the fireplace

• in high traffic areas

• in windy or drafty areas

WARNING: Models VSGF28PTC / CSGF28PTC have a three-prong, grounded electrical plug. This plug helps protect you against electrical shock. Only connect plug to a properly grounded, three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.

CAUTION: This fireplace creates 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 tobacco smoke, aromatic candles, cleaning fluids, oil or kerosene lamps, etc.) in the air exist, may discolor walls.

Note:

Your 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, 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 13).

IMPORTANT:

ture 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 Com- bustion and Ventilation, pages 4 through 6.

IMPORTANT:

level. If fireplace is not level, log set will not work properly.

Vent-free heaters add mois-

Make sure the fireplace is

CHECK GAS TYPE

Use only propane/LP gas. If your gas supply is not propane/LP gas, do not install fireplace. Call dealer where you bought fireplace for proper type fireplace.

ELECTRICAL HOOKUP

(Models VSGF28PTC/ CSGF28PTC )

This fireplace has a blower assembly with an electrical cord. The electrical cord is five feet in length. You must locate fireplace within reach of a 120-volt grounded electrical outlet. If not, you must install an electrical outlet within reach of fireplace power cord. same information applies if installing optional blower accessories to Model VSGF28PVA.

This

INSTALLING HOOD

Install hood to rail already installed in fireplace as shown in Figure 5. Use 3 Phillips screws provided.

Hood

Rail

Screw

Figure 5 - Installing Hood

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ASSEMBLING AND ATTACHING OPTIONAL BRASS TRIM (Included with Mantel Accessory)

IMPORTANT:

box in a wall, do not attach brass trim at this time. See page 13.

Note:

The instructions below show assem-

bling and attaching brass trim to fireplace.

1. Remove packaging from three pieces of brass trim.

2. Locate four brass screws, two adjusting plates with set screws, and two shims in the hardware packet.

3. Align shim under adjusting plate as shown in Figure 6.

4. Slide one end of adjusting plate/shim in slot on mitered edge of top brass trim (see Figure 6).

5. Slide other end of adjusting plate/shim in slot on mitered edge of side brass trim (see Figure 6).

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 side.

8. Tighten trim hanging screws (#10 x

6.25 shoulder) into holes in cabinets. Place the assembled trim onto fireplace cabinet. Align hanging notches on trim with hanging screws on side of fireplace (see Figure 7). Push trim firmly into place, sliding hanging notches over hanging screws.

Side Brass Trim

Slot

Figure 6 - Assembling Brass Trim

If you are recessing the fire-

Set Screws

Adjusting Plate

Shim

Mitered Edge

Top Brass Trim

Slot

Trim Hanging Screws

Hanging Notches on Trim

Assembled Brass Trim

Figure 7 - Attaching Brass Trim to Fireplace

INSTALLING OPTIONAL BLOWER ACCESSORY (FOR MODEL VSGF28PVA)

The following instructions are for optional blower accessories GA3700 and GA3700T. If you do not have this accessory and wish to purchase one, see Accessories on pages 26 and 27 of this manual.

Installing Optional GA3700 Blower Accessory

1. Remove screws that attach log base assembly to fireplace. Carefully lift up log base assembly and remove from fireplace, taking care to pull flexible gas line through the access holes (see Figure 8)

CAUTION: Do not pick up log base assembly by burners. This could damage burners. Only handle base by grates.

Place the blower against lower rear wall of firebox outer wrapper with the exhaust port directed upward. Align the holes in top mounting tabs of blower with holes in wall of wrapper (see Figure 9). Using 2 screws provided, mount blower and tighten screws securely.

3. Be certain that all wire terminals are securely attached to terminals on blower motor and that the screw retaining the green ground wire is tight.

4. Place control knob provided on plastic control shaft of speed control.

5. Mount the speed control on the front leg of the left floor support bracket using 2 screws provided (see Figure 10).

Flexible Gas Line

Screws

Log Base

Figure 8 - Removing Log Base from Fireplace

Lower Rear Wall of Firebox

Exhaust Post

Screws

Figure 9 - Mounting Blower to Firebox

Screws

Control Knob

Figure 10 - Attaching Speed Control to Firebox

Blower

Left Floor Support Bracket

Speed Control

Control Shaft

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6. Plug in blower power cord.

a. If your fireplace system is installed

as a freestanding unit with an accessory mantel, determine whether

the power cord will exit the left side or the right side of the firebox. Install 1 plastic bushing provided into the 1.5" hole in the floor support bracket on the exit side (see Figure

11). Install the second plastic bushing provided into the 1.5" hole in the outer casing through which the power cord will exit. Route power cord through both plastic bushings and plug the power cord into a properly grounded 3-prong wall receptacle near the firebox.

b.If your fireplace system installa-

tion is recessed, plug the power cord into a properly installed duplex outlet. (If an outlet is not available, the Vanguard accessory model GA3555 Outlet kit with/ cover can be installed in your fireplace which will supply a convenient 3-prong grounded electrical outlet for your blower. Refer to the installation manual provided with the model GA3555 accessory for instructions on wiring the duplex outlet.)

7. Check to make sure that the power cord is completely clear of the blower wheel and that there are no other foreign objects in blower wheel. Turn blower on and check for operation. Turn blower off by rotating knob fully counterclockwise before continuing.

9. Replace log base assembly in fireplace. Feed flexible gas supply line into fireplace base area while replacing log base assembly. Make sure the entire flexible gas line is in fireplace base area.

Note:

If firebrick is installed, make sure the back of the firebox bottom slides under the rear panel of the firebrick. (lift the firebrick up if necessary .)

CAUTION: Do not pick up log base assembly by burners. This could damage burners. Only handle base by grates.

10. Reattach log base assembly to fireplace with screws removed in step 1.

Note:

Discard the remaining hardware items.

WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with supplied diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in damage or personal injury.

b itc

ria

a V

Blower

Motor

a F

la B

ite

ck la B

ite

1 .A

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Wiring Diagram

WARNING

WARNING ICON G 001

Never attempt to service heater while it is plugged in, operating, or hot. Burns and electrical shock could result. Only a qualified service person should service or repair heater.

If any of the original wire as supplied with the appliance must be replaced, it must be replaced with 105°C wire or it’s equivalent.

110/115

V.A.C.

120 Vac. 60 Hz. . 78 Amps DESA International, Bowling Green, KY

Black

Green

Variable

Fan Switch

Off

Black

Black WhiteWhite

Blower

Motor

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Figure 12 - Location of Wiring Diagram Decal 3" from Blower

WARNING: Never touch the

blower wheel while in operation.

Peel off the backing paper and stick the supplied wiring diagram decal on the firebox bottom approximately 3" to the right of the blower speed control (Figure 12)

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Right Floor Support Bracket

Plastic Bushing

Figure 11 - Installing Plastic Bushing for Power Cord

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Installing Optional GA3700T Blower Accessory

1. Remove screws that attach log base assembly to fireplace (do not discard). Carefully lift up log base assembly and remove from fireplace, taking care to pull flexible gas line through the access holes (see Figure 13).

CAUTION: Do not pick up log base assembly by burners. This could damage burners. Only handle base by grates.

2. Place the blower against lower rear wall of firebox outer wrapper with the exhaust port directed upward. Align the holes in top mounting tabs of blower with holes in wall of wrapper (see Figure 14). Using two #8 screws provided, mount blower and tighten screws firmly.

3. Route terminals end of power cord through large hole near top of left floor support bracket. Make sure to pass the cord from the outside (left side) towards the center of firebox (see Figure 15).

4. Using two #6 screws provided attach power cord mounting plate to the outside face of left floor support bracket. Drive screws from inside (right side) of floor support bracket. Attach the plate so that the power cord is directed towards rear of firebox (see Figure 15). Tighten screws firmly.

5. Remove the three screws (do not discard) and cover plate from center of firebox wrapper rear wall. Discard this cover plate.

6. Mount the supplied thermostatic switch and cover assembly into firebox wrapper wall. Do this by feeding terminal ends of wire harness into the hole. Allow wires to fall to bottom of firebox cavity (see Figure 16).

7. Using three screws from step 5, attach switch and cover assembly to firebox wrapper rear wall. Tighten screws firmly (see Figure 16).

8. Mount selector switch to front flange of left floor support bracket. Align graphics on switch upright and push firmly to snap switch into rectangular hole. Push the selector switch to the off (middle) position (see Figure 15).

Install three plastic wire clips provided into floor support bracket (see Figure 15). Secure by pushing clips firmly into holes.

WARNING: Failure to connect all wires properly as indicated may cause electrical short circuit or personal injury. A qualified electrician should check that all connections are made properly.

10. Attach green ground wire ring terminal to floor support bracket using #10 sheet metal grounding screw provided (see Figure 15). Tighten screw firmly.

11. Attach all five remaining wiring terminals to the appropriate switch or motor terminal. Carefully note the correct color coding (see Figures 17 and 19, page 11). Push female wire terminals fully onto male terminal.

12. Secure wires into the appropriate plastic wire clips (see Figure 17, page 11).

Flexible Gas Line

Screws

Log Base

Figure 13 - Removing Log Base from Fireplace

Lower Rear Wall of Firebox Outer Wrapper

Exhaust Port

#8 Screws

Figure 14 - Mounting Blower to Firebox

Selector Switch

Figure 15 - Installing Power Cord, Mounting Plate, and Selector switch

Figure 16 - Installing Switch and Cover Assembly

Blower

Floor Support Bracket

#6 Screws

Switch and Cover Assembly

Wire Clips

#10 Screw

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13. Plug in blower power cord.

If your fireplace system is installed as a freestanding unit with an accessory mantel, install one plastic bush-

ing (provided) into the 1.5" hole in the lower left side of the outer casing (see Figure 18). Route power cord through plastic bushing. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle near the firebox.

If your fireplace system installation is recessed, install one plastic bushing

provided into the 1.5" hole near the middle of the left floor support bracket (see Figure 18). Route power cord through plastic bushing. Plug the power cord into a properly installed duplex outlet. (If an outlet is not available, the accessory model GA3555 Outlet Kit with cover can be installed in your fireplace. This will supply a convenient three-prong grounded electrical outlet for your blower. Refer to the installation manual provided with the model GA3555 accessory for instructions on wiring the duplex outlet.)

14.

Check to make sure that the power cord and wires are completely clear of the blower wheel and that there are no other foreign objects in blower wheel. Turn blower on by pushing the selector switch to the on position and check for operation. Turn blower of f before continuing.

16. Replace log base assembly in fireplace. Feed flexible gas supply line into fireplace base area while replacing log base assembly. Make sure the entire flexible gas line is in fireplace base area.

Note:

If firebrick is installed, make sure the back of the firebox bottom slides under the rear panel of the firebrick (lift the firebrick up if necessary.

IMPORTANT: Do not pick up log base assembly by burners. This could damage burners. Only handle base by grates.

17.

Reattach log base assembly to fireplace with screws removed in step 1, page 10.

Blue Wire

AUTO

OFF

Red Wire

Figure 17 - Wire Attachment

Black Wire

WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with supplied diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in damage or personal injury.

To Switch and Cover Assembly

Blue Wire

White Wire

Note:

Green Wire

To prevent short circuit, white wire MUST be connected to motor.

WARNING: Never touch the

blower wheel while in operation.

15. Peel off the backing paper and stick the supplied wiring diagram decal on the firebox bottom approximately 12" in front of blower.

Note:

If any of the original wire as supplied with the appliance must be replaced, it must be replaced with 105˚C wire or it's equivalent.

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Bushing Location for Recessed Installation

Figure 18 - Installing Bushings

Fan Switch

110/115

V.A.C.

(Off/On/Auto)

Off

Black

White

Green

Auto

Red

Blue

Figure 19 - Wiring Diagram

Fan

Switch

(N.O.)

Blower

Motor

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INSTALLATION CLEARANCES

WARNING: Maintain the mini-

mum clearances. If you can, provide greater clearances from floor, ceiling, and adjoining wall.

Carefully follow the instructions below. This will ensure safe installation.

Minimum Wall and Ceiling Clearances (see Figure 20)

A. Clearances from the side of the fire-

place opening to any combustible wall should not be less than 16 inches for a cabinet mantel or 12 inches for a corner installation.

B. Clearances from the top of the fireplace

opening to the ceiling should not be less than 42 inches.

CONVENTIONAL FIREPLACE INSTALLATION

Conventional installation of this fireplace involves installing fireplace along with the corner or cabinet mantel with hearth base accessories against a wall in your home (see Acces- sories, page 26 and 27). Follow these instructions to install fireplace in this manner.

Note

: Clearances are the same if using optional cabinet mantel or built-in installation.

MINIMUM CLEARANCE Side Wall - 16" Cabinet Mantel

42"

Ceiling - 42" Corner Mantel Floor - 0"

Note:

These instructions show installation

using the cabinet mantel and the G3000F/G3001U/G3004W/G3006F/ G3007U series hearth base accessories. The hearth base accessory shown is optional for this installation. You can install fireplace and cabinet mantel directly on the floor. The corner mantel accessory cannot be installed with the G3000F/G3001U/G3004W/ G3006F/G3007U hearth base. You must install corner mantel directly on the floor. If mounting fireplace and cabinet mantel to the floor or using corner mantel, an optional G3005 Slim Base kit may be installed.

1. Assemble cabinet mantel, hearth base, and trim accessories. Assembly instructions are included with each accessory .

2. When installing blower, install a properly grounded, 120 volt three-prong electrical outlet at fireplace location if an outlet is not there. If possible, locate outlet so cabinet mantel will cover it when installed (see Figure 21).

3. Install gas piping to fireplace location. This installation includes an approved flexible gas line (if allowed by local codes) after the manual shutoff valve. The flexible gas line must be the last item installed on the gas piping. See In-

stalling Gas Piping to Fireplace Location, page 14.

4. Place hearth base accessory against wall at installation location. Cut an access hole in hearth top to run flexible gas line to fireplace (see Figure 21). Make sure to locate access hole so cabinet mantel will cover it when installed.

Note:

You can secure base to floor using wood screws. Countersink screw heads and putty over.

5. Route flexible gas line through access hole in hearth base.

6. Center cabinet mantel on hearth base (see Figure 22). Make sure mantel is flush against wall.

7. Break off nailing flanges (see Figure 23, page 13) with hammer or pliers.

8. Place cardboard or other protective material on top of hearth base. Carefully set fireplace on protective material, with back of fireplace inside mantel opening.

9. Attach flexible gas line to fireplace gas regulator. See Connecting Fir eplace to Gas Supply, pages 14 and 15.

10. If blower is installed, route blower electrical cord through access holes in either side of fireplace.

Note:

Bushing may be moved if necessary. Plug electrical cord into electrical outlet.

11. Carefully insert fireplace into cabinet mantel (see Figure 24, page 13). Be careful not to scratch or damage hearth base, cabinet mantel, or any laminate trim on hearth base. Remove protective material from top of hearth base and from front of fireplace (if any).

Note:

You can secure fireplace to hearth or floor. Open lower louver . Locate screw holes in bottom of base. Tighten wood screws through these holes and into hearth or floor.

12. Check all gas connections for leaks. See Checking Gas Connections, page 15.

16"

Face or

Cabinet

Mantel

12"

Corner Mantel

Figure 20 - Minimum Clearance to Wall and Ceiling

Gas

Hearth Base

Figure 21 - Placing Hearth Base Accessory Against Wall

Flexible Gas Line

Electrical Outlet

Line Access Hole

Cabinet Mantel

Figure 22 - Installing Cabinet Mantel

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27 7/8"

55 5/8"

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Nailing Flanges

Figure 23 - Location of Nailing Flanges

Figure 24 - Inserting Fireplace Into Cabinet Mantel

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. If installing a mantel above the fireplace, but you must follow the clearances shown in Figure 28. Follow the instructions below to install the fireplace in this manner.

1. Frame in rough opening. Use dimensions shown in Figure 25 for the rough opening.

If installing in a corner, use dimensions shown in Figure 26 for the rough opening. The height is 33" which is the same as the wall opening above.

2. If using blower, install and properly ground GA3555, three-prong 120- volt electrical outlet, in fireplace. Follow instructions included in kit.

stalling Gas Piping to Fireplace Location, page 14.

4. Carefully set fireplace in front of rough opening with back of fireplace inside wall opening.

5. Attach flexible gas line to gas supply. See Connecting Fireplace to Gas Sup- ply, pages 14 and 15.

6. Plug electrical cord into electrical outlet installed in step 2.

7. Carefully insert fireplace into rough opening.

8. Attach fireplace to wall studs using nails or wood screws through holes in nailing flange (see Figure 27).

9. Check all gas connections for leaks. See Checking Gas Connections, page 15.

10. Install brass trim after final finishing and/or painting of wall (see Figure 7, page 8).

17 3/4"

Figure 26 - Rough Opening for Installing in Corner

Nails or Wood Screws

Nailing Flanges

Figure 27 - Attaching Fireplace to Wall Studs

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.

If your installation does not meet the above minimum clearances, you must:

• raise the mantel to an acceptable height, OR

• remove the mantel.

Mantel Shelf

Note:

All Vertical measurements are from top of fireplace opening to bottom of mantel shelf.

10" 8" 6" 2

13"

16"

19"

21"

Actual Framing

Height 32 Front Width 34 Depth 16

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/16" 35 1/2"

/16" 17 3/4"

33"

35 1/2"

Figure 25 - Rough Opening for Installing in Wall

Figure 28 - Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation

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INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION

WARNING: A qualified service person must connect fireplace to gas supply. Follow all local codes.

CAUTION: Never connect heater directly to the propane/LP supply. This heater requires an external regulator (not supplied). Install the external regulator between the heater and propane/LP supply.

Installation Items Needed

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)

• manual shutoff valve *

• test gauge connection *

• sediment trap

• tee joint

• pipe wrench

• approved flexible gas line with gas connector (if allowed by local codes) (not provided)

* An A.G.A. design-certified manual shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection. Purchase the optional A.G.A. design-certified manual shutoff valve from your dealer. See Accessories, pages 26 and 27.

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, heater regulator damage could occur. Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure

29. 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" diameter or greater to allow proper gas volume to fireplace. If pipe is too small, undue loss of pressure will occur.

Installation must include a manual 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 30).

Check your building codes for any special requirements for locating manual shutoff valve to fireplaces.

External Regulator

Vent Pointing Down

Figure 29 - External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down

A.G.A. Design-Certified Manual Shutoff Valve with 1/8" NPT Tap*

Approved Flexible Gas Line

3" Minimum

Pipe Cap Tee

Nipple Joint

Sediment Trap

Figure 30 - Gas Connection

* Purchase the optional A.G.A. design-certified manual shutoff valve from your dealer. See Accessories, pages 26 and 27.

Propane/ LP Supply Tank

From External Regulator (11" W.C. to 14" W.C. Pressure)

Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads. This will prevent excess sealant from going into pipe. Excess sealant in pipe could result in clogged fireplace valves.

CAUTION: 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 30. 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 fireplace gas controls. If sediment trap is not installed or is installed wrong, fireplace may not run properly.

CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY

Installation Items Needed

• 5/16" hex socket wrench or nut-driver

• 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 log base

assembly to fireplace (see Figure 31). Carefully lift up log base assembly and remove from fireplace (see Figure 31).

Note:

If adding the G8000 series brick liner accessory, install it now. Follow instructions in G8000 accessory kit.

CAUTION: Do not pick up log

base assembly by burners. This could damage burners. Only handle base by grates.

3. Route flexible gas line (provided by

installer) from manual shutoff valve to fireplace. Route flexible gas supply line through one of the access holes.

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NOTICE: Most building codes do not permit concealed gas connections. A flexible gas line is provided to allow accessibility from the fireplace (see Figure 32). The flexible gas supply line connection to the manual shutoff valve should be accessible.

4. Attach a 45° flare union gas connector to flexible gas line from gas supply (see Figure 32). Connect flare union to flexible gas line attached to gas regulator of fireplace (see Figure 32).

5. Check all gas connections for leaks. See Checking Gas Connections.

6. Replace log base assembly back into fireplace. Feed flexible gas line into fireplace base area while replacing log base assembly. Make sure the entire flexible gas line is in fireplace base area. Reattach log base assembly to fireplace with screws removed in step 2, page 14.

Figure 31 - Removing Log Base Assembly From Fireplace

To Fireplace Gas Regulator

Flare Union

Flexible Gas Line from Manual Shutoff Valve Provided by Installer

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 mixture of liquid soap and water 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

Disconnect fireplace and its individual manual shutoff valve from gas supply piping system. Pressures in excess of 1/2 psig will damage fireplace gas regulator.

2. Cap off open end of gas pipe where manual 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 mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.

5. Correct all leaks at once.

6. Reconnect fireplace and manual shutoff valve to gas supply. Check reconnected fittings for leaks.

Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG

1. Close manual shutoff valve (see Figure 33).

2. Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed air or opening propane/LP supply tank valve.

3. Check all joints from gas meter to manual shutoff valve (see Figure 34). Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.

4. Correct all leaks at once.

Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections

1. Open manual shutoff valve (see Figure 33).

2. Open propane/LP supply tank valve.

3. Make sure control knob of fireplace is in the OFF position.

4. Check all joints from manual shutoff valve to thermostat gas valve (see Figure 34). Apply mixture of liquid soap and water 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 [Thermostatcontrolled models] or pages 18 and 19 [Manually-controlled models]). Check all other internal joints for leaks.

7. Turn off fireplace (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 18 [Thermostat-controlled models] or page 19 [Manuallycontrolled models]).

Open

Manual Shutoff Valve

Figure 33 - Manual Shutoff Valve

Manual Shutoff Valve

Manual Gas Valve

Figure 34 - Checking Gas Joints

POSITION

OFF

POSITION

Closed

Propane/LP Supply Tank

Flexible Gas Line from Fireplace Gas Regulator Provided with Fireplace

Figure 32 - Attaching Flexible Gas Lines Together

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INSTALLING LOGS

WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury.

CAUTION: Do not remove the metal data plates attached to the heater base assembly. The data plates contain important warranty information.

Each log is marked with a number. These numbers will help you identify the log when installing. It is very important to install these logs exactly as instructed. Do not modify logs. Only use logs supplied with heater.

1. Place front log (#1) on top of the grate. Make sure the notches in the bottom of the log fit over the grate prongs (see Figure 35). Push back of log flush with metal grate bar.

2. Rest middle log (#2) behind metal posts on front burner. Make sure the grooves in the bottom of the log fit over the grate (see Figure 36). Bring the log forward next to the metal posts.

3. Slide the grooves in the back of the rear log (#3) against the rear grate prongs. Make sure the peg on the log is on top (see Figure 37).

4. Place the crossover log (#4) on the rear log and the middle log. Make sure the peg on the rear log is in the hole in the bottom of the crossover log. The crossover log should fit in the cutout of the middle log (see Figure 38).

Front Log (#1)

Notch

Grate Prongs

Metal Grate Bar

Figure 35 - Installing Front Log (#1)

Middle Log (#2)

Groove Metal Post

Groove

Grate

Metal Post

Figure 36 - Installing Middle Log (#2)

Peg

Groove in Back of Log

Grate Prong

Rear Burner

Rear Log (#3)

Groove in Back of Log

Crossover Log (#4)

Hole

Cutout

Peg

Figure 38 - Installing Crossover Log (#4)

Notches

Screws for Mounting Screen

Figure 39 - Installing Fireplace Screen

WARNING: You must operate this fireplace with the fireplace screen in place. Make sure fireplace screen is in place before running fireplace.

5. Install fireplace screen by slipping notches of fireplace screen over screws on front of fireplace (see Figure 39).

Grate Prong

Figure 37 - Installing Rear Log (#3)

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Thermostat-Controlled Models

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.

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 manual shutoff valve is fully open.

3. Tur n control knob clockwise to the OFF position (see Figure 40).

4. Wait f ive (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas, including near the floor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the safety information, column 1. If you don’t smell gas, go to the next step.

5. T urn contr ol knob counterclockwise

to the PILOT position.

C-clockwise

Press in control knob for f ive (5) seconds (see Figure 40).

Note:

If running fireplace for first time, there will be air in gas line. You may need to press in control knob f or 30 seconds or longer. This will allow air to bleed from the gas system.

6. Continue pressing control knob in. Press and release ignitor button. This will light pilot. The pilot is attached to the front burner. If needed, keep pressing ignitor button until pilot lights.

Note:

If pilot does not stay lit, contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs. Until repair s are made, light pilot with match. T o light pilot with match, see Manual Light- ing Procedure, page 18.

Clockwise

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 for system to reset before lighting pilot again.

• If control knob does not pop out

when released, contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs.

8. T urn contr ol knob counterclockwise

C-clockwise

to desired heating level. The burners should light. Set control knob to any heat level between HI and LO.

CAUTION: Do not try to adjust heating levels by using the manual shutoff valve.

Ignitor Button

Control Knob

Figure 40 - Control Knob and Ignitor Button Location

Ignitor Electrode Thermocouple

Figure 41 - Pilot

Pilot Burner

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TO TURN OFF GAS

TO APPLIANCE

Shutting Off Fireplace

Turn control knob clockwise the OFF position.

Shutting Off Burners Only (pilot stays lit)

Turn control knob clockwise the PILOT position.

THERMOSTAT

CONTROL

OPERATION

You can set the thermostat control knob to any comfort level between HI and LO. The thermostat will gradually modulate the heat output and flame height from higher to lower settings, or pilot, in order to maintain the comfort level you select. The ideal comfort setting will vary by household depending upon the amount of space to be heated, the output of the central heating system, etc.

Note:

Selecting the HI setting will cause the burner to remain on without modulating down in most cases.

MANUAL LIGHTING

PROCEDURE

1. Follow steps 1 through 5 under Light-

ing Instructions, page 17.

2. Depress control knob and light pilot

with match.

3. Keep control knob pressed in for 30

seconds after lighting pilot. After 30 seconds, release control knob. Now follow step 8, page 17.

Clockwise

Manually-Controlled Models

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

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.

1. STOP! Read the safety information, column 2.

2. Make sure manual shutoff valve is fully open.

3. Tur n control knob clockwise to the OFF position (see Figure 42).

4. Wait f ive (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas, including near the floor. If you smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the safety information, column 2. If you don’t smell gas, go to the next step.

Slightly depress and turn control knob counterclockwise LOT position. Press in control knob for fiv e (5) seconds (see Figure 42).

Note:

If running fireplace for first time, there will be air in gas line. Y ou may need to press in control knob for 30 seconds or longer. This will allow air to bleed from the gas system.

Control Knob

C-clockwise

Clockwise

to the PI-

Ignitor Button

Figure 42 - Control Knob and Ignitor Button Location

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6. Continue pressing control knob in. Press and release ignitor button. This will light pilot. The pilot is attached to the front burner . If needed, k eep pressing ignitor button until pilot lights.

Note

: If pilot does not stay lit, contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs. Until repair s are made, light pilot with match. T o light pilot with match, see Manual Light- ing Procedure, column 3.

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.

• If control knob does not pop out

when released, contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs.

8. Slightly depress and turn control knob couterclockwise to the high position. Both burners should light. Set control knob to either HIGH or LOW.

Thermocouple

Ignitor Electrode

Pilot Burner

VARIABLE CONTROL

OPERATION

The variable control valve can be set to any heat setting and flame height desired, by simply turning the control knob until that setting is attained. Even the lowest setting provides realistic flames and glowing embers from two burners. Selecting higher settings produces greater heat output. This results in increased heating comfort.

WARNING: Do not operate

heater between locked positions.

CAUTION: Do not try to adjust heating levels by using the manual shutoff valve.

TO TURN OFF GAS

TO APPLIANCE

Shutting Off Fireplace

1. Tur n control knob clockwise to the HIGH position.

2. Slightly depress control knob and turn clockwise position.

3. Slightly depress control knob and turn clockwise position.

Clockwise

Shutting Off Burners Only (pilot stays lit)

1. Tur n control knob clockwise to the HIGH position.

2. Press in and turn clockwise to the PILOT position.

Clockwise

to the PILOT

to the OFF

Clockwise

MANUAL LIGHTING

PROCEDURE

1. Follow steps 1 through 5 under Lighting Instructions, page 18.

2. Depress control knob and light pilot with match.

3. Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot. After 30 seconds, release control knob. Now follow step 8, column 1.

Figure 43 - Pilot

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OPERATION

VSGF28PTC / CSGF28PTC

WARNING: This fireplace has a three-prong, grounded electrical plug. This plug helps protect you against electrical shock. Only connect plug to a properly grounded, three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.

Locate the blower switch by opening lower louver on fireplace. Blower switch is located at lower left inside louver door.

Thermostat-controlled blowers have three settings: ON, OFF, and AUTO. In the ON position, the blower will operate constantly. In the OFF position, the blower will not operate. In the AUTO position, the blower will start when the thermostat senses a sufficient increase in firebox temperature.

Note:

Your gas logs and thermostat blower will not turn on and off at the same time. The fireplace may run for several minutes before the blower turns on. After the heater modulates to the pilot position, the blower will continue to run. The blower will shut off after the firebox temperature decreases.

Note:

It is safe to operate fireplace with blower turned off. However, the blower helps distribute heated air from the fireplace.

Manual blowers on manually-controlled models have an ON and OFF position.

VSGF28PV MODEL ONLY

Blower Kit Model GA3700

This optional non-thermostat blower kit features a variable control which allows you to select the speed you desire. After about 15 minutes, turn the blower on to deliver heated air at the top louvers. Follow the installation instructions on pages 8 and 9 of this manual.

IMPORTANT:

with the blower off.

Note:

Periodically check the louvers of the firebox and remove any dust, dirt, or other obstructions.

Blower Kit Model GA3700T

This thermostatically-controlled blower features a three position switch. The three settings are: ON, OFF, and AUTO. In the ON position, the blower will operate constantly. In the OFF position, the blower will not operate. In the AUTO position, the blower will start when the thermostat senses a sufficient increase in firebox temperature. When the heater has been on approximately 5 minutes, turn the blower on to deliver heated air at the top louvers.

IMPORTANT:

with the blower off.

Note:

Your gas logs and thermostat blower will not turn on and off at the same time. The fireplace may run for several minutes before the blower turns on. After the heater returns to the pilot position, the blower will continue to run. The blower will shut off after the firebox temperature decreases.

Note:

It is safe to operate fireplace with blower turned off. However, the blower helps distribute heated air from the fireplace.

Note:

Periodically check the louvers of the firebox and remove any dust, dirt, or other obstructions.

Light your gas appliance

INSPECTING BURNERS

Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often.

PILOT FLAME PATTERN

Figure 44 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. Figure 45 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern. The incorrect pilot flame is not touching 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 45

• turn fireplace off (see T o T urn Off Gas to Appliance, page 18 [Thermostat-controlled models] or page 19 [Manuallycontrolled models])

• see Troubleshooting, pages 22 through 24

Thermocouple

Figure 44 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern

Thermocouple

Figure 45 - Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern

Pilot Burner

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FRONT BURNER FLAME PATTERN

Figure 46 shows correct front burner flame pattern. Figure 47 shows incorrect front burner flame pattern. The incorrect burner flame pattern shows yellow tipping at top of blue flame.

WARNING: If front burner flame pattern shows yellow tipping, your fireplace could produce increased levels of carbon monoxide. Follow instructions at bottom of this page. Yellow flame on rear burner is normal.

NOTICE: Do not mistake orange flames with yellow tipping. Dirt or other fine particles are burned by fireplace, causing brief patches of orange flame.

If front burner flame pattern is incorrect, as shown in Figure 47

• turn fireplace off (see T o T urn Off Gas to Appliance, page 18 [Thermostat-controlled models] or page 19 [Manuallycontrolled models])

• see Troubleshooting, pages 22 through 24

Figure 46 - Correct Front Burner Flame Pattern

Figure 47 - Incorrect Front Burner Flame Pattern

Yellow Tipping At Top of Blue Flame

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Turn off fireplace

and let cool before cleaning.

CAUTION: You must keep control areas, burners, 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, 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, and lint. Clean these air inlet holes prior to each heating season. Blocked air holes will create soot. We recommend that you clean the unit every 2,500 hours of operation or every three months.

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 48).

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 hairs 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 49). 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 48 - Injector Holder On Outlet Burner Tube

Pilot Air Inlet Hole

Pilot Assembly

Figure 49 - Pilot Inlet Air Hole

LOGS

• If you remove logs for cleaning, refer to

Installing Logs, page 16, to properly replace logs.

• Replace log(s) if broken or chipped

(dime-sized or larger).

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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 fireplace and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair fireplace.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

1. Ignitor electrode not connected to ignitor cable

2. Piezo ignitor nut is loose

3. Ignitor cable pinched or wet

4. Broken ignitor cable

5. Bad piezo ignitor

6. Ignitor electrode broken

7. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong

1. Gas supply turned off or manual 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. ODS/pilot is clogged

6. 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. Reconnect ignitor cable

2. Tighten nut holding piezo ignitor to base panel of log set. Nut is located behind base panel

3. Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing. Keep ignitor cable dry

4. Replace ignitor cable

5. Replace piezo ignitor

6. Replace ignitor

7. Replace ignitor

1. Turn on gas supply or open manual 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. Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and Maintenance, page 21) or replace ODS/ pilot assembly

6. Replace gas regulator

ODS/pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released

1. Control knob not fully pressed in

2. Control knob not pressed in long enough

3. Manual shutoff valve not fully open

4. Thermocouple connection loose at control valve

5. 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

6. Thermocouple damaged

7. Control valve damaged

8. On thermostat models, safety interlock system has been triggered

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1. Press in control knob fully

2. After ODS/pilot lights, keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds

3. Fully open manual shut-off valve

4. Hand tighten until snug, then tighten 1/4 turn more

A) Contact local propane/LP gas company

B) Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and Maintenance, page 21) or replace ODS/ pilot assembly

6. Replace thermocouple

7. Replace control valve

8. W ait one minute for safety interlock system to reset. Repeat ignition operation

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OBSERVED PROBLEM

One or both burners do not light after ODS/ pilot is lit

Delayed ignition of one or both burners

Burner backfiring during combustion

Yellow flame in front burner during burner combustion

Slight smoke or odor during initial operation

POSSIBLE CAUSE

1. Burner orifice(s) clogged

2. Burner orifice(s) diameter is too small

3. Inlet gas pressure is too low

4. Mislocated crossover tube

1. Manifold pressure is too low

2. Burner orifice(s) clogged

3. Mislocated crossover tube

1. Burner orifice is clogged or damaged

2. Damaged burner

3. Gas regulator defective

1. Not enough air

2. Gas regulator defective

1. Residues from manufacturing processes and logs curing

REMEDY

Clean burner(s) (see Cleaning and Main-

tenance, page 21) or replace burner orifice(s)

2. Replace burner orifice(s)

3. Contact local propane/LP gas company

4. Contact qualified service person

1. Contact local propane/LP gas company

2. Clean burner(s) (see Cleaning and Main- tenance, page 21) or replace burner orifice(s)

3. Contact qualified service person

1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte- nance, page 21) or replace burner orifice

2. Replace damaged burner

3. Replace gas regulator

1. Check burner(s) for dirt and debris. If found, clean burner(s) (see Cleaning and Maintenance, page 21)

2. Replace gas regulator

1. Problem will stop after a few hours of operation

Fireplace produces a whistling noise when burners are lit

White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture

Dark residue on logs or inside of fireplace

1. Turning control knob to HI position when burners are cold

2. Air in gas line

3. Air passageways on fireplace blocked

4. Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice(s)

1. When heated, vapors from furniture polish, wax, carpet cleaners, etc. turn into white powder residue

1. Improper log placement

2. Drafts or other air currents affecting flame pattern

3. Air holes at burner inlet blocked

4. Burner flame holes blocked

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1. Turn control knob to LO position and let warm up for a minute

2. Operate burners until air is removed from line. Have gas line checked by local propane/LP gas company

3. Observe minimum installation clearances (see pages 12 and 13)

4. Clean burners (see Cleaning and Main- tenance, page 21) or replace burner orifice(s)

1. Turn heater off when using furniture polish, wax, carpet cleaners, or similar products

1. Properly locate logs (see Installing Logs, page 16)

2. Eliminate source of drafts around heater

3. Clean out air holes at burner inlet. Periodically repeat as needed

4. Remove blockage or replace burner

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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.

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. These odors will disappear over time.

Operating fireplace where impurities in air exist may create odors. Cleaning

OBSERVED PROBLEM

Fireplace produces a clicking/ticking noise just after burners are 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, cleaners, chemicals, new carpet, etc. (See ment above)

2. Gas leak. See Warning statement

above

1. Not enough fresh air is available

2. Low line pressure

3. ODS/pilot is partially clogged

1. Gas leak. See Warning statement

above

2. Control valve defective

IMPORTANT

state-

REMEDY

1. This is common with most fireplaces. If noise is excessive, contact qualified service person

1. Open window and ventilate room. Stop using odor causing products while fireplace is running

2. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check- ing Gas Connections, page 15)

1. Open window and/or door for ventilation

2. Contact local propane/LP gas company

3. Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and Maintenance, page 21)

1. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check- ing Gas Connections, page 15)

2. Replace control valve

Gas odor during combustion

Moisture/condensation noticed on windows

1. Foreign matter between control valve and burner

2. Gas leak. See Warning statement

above

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 15)

1. Refer to Air for Combustion and Venti- lation requirements (page 4)

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TECHNICAL SERVICE

You may have further questions about installation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA International’s Technical Service Department at 1-800-DESA LOG (1-800-337-2564).

You can also visit DESA International’s Technical Services web site at

www.desatech.com.

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 1-800-DESA LOG (1-800-337-2564).

When calling DESA International, have ready

• your name

• your address

• model and serial numbers of your fireplace

• how fireplace was malfunctioning

• tupe of gas used (propane/LP or natural gas)

• purchase date

Usually, we will ask you to return the defective part to the factory.

PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY

Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply original replacement part(s), call DESA International’s Parts Department at 1-800-972-7879 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

• burners will have delayed ignition

• fireplace will not produce specified heat

• propane/LP gas supply might be low

When Gas Quality Is Bad

• pilot will not stay lit

• burners will produce flames and soot

• fireplace will backfire when lit You may feel your gas pressure is too low or

gas quality is bad. If so, contact your local propane/LP gas supplier.

SPECIFICATIONS

Btu (Low/High) 20,000/28,000 Type Gas Propane/LP Gas Only

Ignition Piezo Manifold Pressure 7.9" W.C. Inlet Gas Pressure

(in. of water)

Maximum 14" Minimum 11"

Shipping Weight 100 lbs. T-stat Model

97 lbs. Manual Model

WIRING DIAGRAM

CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.

Fan Switch

(Off/On/Auto)

Off

110/115

V.A.C.

Figure 50 - Blower Wiring Diagram for Thermostat-Controlled Models

Black

White

Green

Auto

Red

Blue

Fan

Switch

(N.O.)

Blower

Motor

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ACCESSORIES

Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA International’s Sales Department at 1-800-432-2382 for information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual.

HARDWOOD HEARTH BASE

G3000F Series- Walnut Finished G3001U Series - Unfinished G3006F Series - Oak Finished with Medium Stain G3007U Series - Unfinished Oak G3004W Series - Off-White Paint

The hearth base creates a handsome riser for the fireplace (cannot be used with corner mantel).

Dimensions (WxHxD): 58" x 6 1/2" x 28 9/16"

MANUAL SHUTOFF VALVE GA5010

For all models. Manual shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap. Fits 1/2" NPT pipe.

CABINET MANTEL

GM100F Series - Walnut Finished GM101U Series - Unfinished GM106F Series - Oak Finished with Medium Stain GM107U Series - Unfinished GM102W Series - Off-White Paint

Shown with optional base and laminate hearth and mantel trim accessories.

Dimensions (WxHxD): 56 3/4" x 48" x 22 3/4"

SLIM HEARTH BASE (Not Shown)

G3005J Series - Jade Marble Laminate G3005S Series - Sandstone Marble Laminate G3005B Series - Black Onyx Marble Laminate

The slim hearth base allows you to further customize your fireplace.

Dimensions (WxHxD): 41 7/8" x 5/8" x 10"

BLOWER ACCESSORIES

GA3700 Series

Manual variable control for VSGF28PVA series only.

GA3700T Series

Thermostatic control for VSGF28PV series only.

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CORNER MANTEL

GM200F Series - Walnut Finished GM201U Series - Unfinished

Shown with optional laminate mantel trim accessory.

Dimensions (WxHxD): 60 7/8" x 48 3/4" x 34 5/8"

Mantel Trim

Hearth Base Trim

LAMINATE TRIM FOR HEARTH OR MANTEL

G3002J Series - Jade Marble Laminate Mantel Trim

G3003J Series - Jade Marble Laminate Hearth Base Trim

G3002S Series - Sandstone Marble Laminate Mantel Trim

G3003S Series - Sandstone Marble Laminate Hearth Base Trim

G3002B Series - Black Onyx Marble Laminate Trim

G3003B Series - Black Onyx Marble Laminate Hearth Base Trim

Mantel trim for cabinet or corner mantel. Hearth base trim for hardwood hearth bases.

FIREBOX BRICK LINER G8000 Series (Not Shown)

Ceramic fiber firebox liner adds the look of real brick.

BRASS TRIM ACCESSORY GA6090 (Not Shown)

Included with accessory mantels

DUPLEX OUTLET KIT GA3555 (Not Shown)

For built-in installation

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ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN

LOG BASE ASSEMBLY VARIABLE MANUALLY-

CONTROLLED MODELS VSGF28PVA

6-1

6-2

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LOG BASE ASSEMBLY VARIABLE MANUALLY-

CONTROLLED MODELS VSGF28PVA

KEY NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY.

1 104388-02 Front Log (#1) 1 2 104390-02 Middle Log (#2) 1 3 104392-02 Rear Log (#3) 1 4 104394-02 Crossover Log (#4) 1 5 098304-01 Screw, #10 Phillips, Black 8 6 099059-02 O.D.S. Pilot 1 6-1 098594-01 Ignitor 1 6-2 098593-01 Thermocouple 1 7 098249-01 Nut 6 8 101006-01 Pilot Bracket 1 9 101330-05 Front Burner Assembly 1 10 100999-02 Rear Burner Assembly 1 11 102257-08CJ Base Assembly 1 12 098271-06 Ignitor Cable 1 13 103410-01CK Firebox Bottom 1 14 098867-10 Gas Regulator 1 15 101004-01 Front Burner Injector 1 16 102445-01 Piezo Ignitor 1 17 101007-01 Crossover Tube 1 18 099387-05 Pilot Tube 1 19 101972-01 Valve and Piezo Bracket 1 20 M11084-38 Regulator Hex Screw 2 21 102668-01 Front Burner Tube 1 22 101008-01 Gasket 1 23 101973-01 Inlet Tube 1 24 098276-01 1/8" Plug 1 25 101004-15 Rear Burner Injector 1 26 M11084-26 Hex Screw, #10 2 27 098508-01 Valve Retainer Nut 1 28 101628-03 Flex Hose 1 29 097809-02 Adapter 1 30 098354-01 Control Knob 1 31 102568-02 Control Valve 1

This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 25 of this manual.

100563-01 Warning Plate 1 101055-02 Lighting Instructions Plate 1 100565-01 Warning Plate Fastener 1 104354-01 Information Video 1 101976-02 Control Position Decal 1

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ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN

LOG BASE ASSEMBLY THERMOSTAT-

CONTROLLED MODELS VSGF28PTC

CSGF28PTC

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6-2

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LOG BASE ASSEMBLY THERMOSTAT-

CONTROLLED MODELS VSGF28PTC

CSGF28PTC

KEY NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY.

1 104388-02 Front Log (#1) 1 2 104390-02 Middle Log (#2) 1 3 104392-02 Rear Log (#3) 1 4 104394-02 Crossover Log (#4) 1 5 098304-01 Screw, #10 Phillips, Black 8 6 099059-02 O.D.S. Pilot 1 6-1 098594-01 Ignitor 1 6-2 098593-01 Thermocouple 1 7 098249-01 Nut 4 8 101006-01 Pilot Bracket 1 9 101330-05 Front Burner Assembly 1 10 100999-02 Rear Burner Assembly 1 11 102257-08CJ Base Assembly 1 12 098271-06 Ignitor Cable 1 13 103410-01CK Firebox Bottom 1 14 098867-10 Gas Regulator 1 15 101004-01 Front Burner Injector 1 16 102845-01 Inlet Tube 1 17 101382-01 Thermovalve Bracket 1 18 099387-03 Pilot Tube 1 19 102846-01 Burner Tube 1 20 097809-02 Adapter 1 21 099211-01 Screw 2 22 098544-01 Thermostat Clamp 1 23 101329-18 Thermostat Gas Valve Assembly 1 24 101381-01 Cover and Piezo 1 25 101004-15 Rear Burner Injector 1 26 M11084-26 Hex Screw, #10 2 27 101628-03 Flex Hose 1 28 M11084-38 Screw 2

This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 25 of this manual.

100563-01 Warning Plate 1 101054-01 Lighting Instructions Plate 1 100565-01 Warning Plate Fastener 1 104354-01 Information Video 1

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ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN

FIREPLACE VSGF28PTC

CSGF28PTC

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FIREPLACE VSGF28PTC

CSGF28PTC

This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 25 of this manual.

KEY NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY.

1 101357-01 Top Outer Casing 1 2 103207-01 Outer Casing 1 3 102758-02CK Right Front Side 1 4 102759-02CK Left Front Side 1 5 098304-01 Phillips Pan Head Screw, #10 17 6 101351-01CK Top Front 1 7 102455-02 Louver Extruded 2 8 101353-01CK Middle Front Rail 1 9 101712-02 Firebox Hood 1 10 101348-01 Firebox Support 2 11 099230-01 Shoulder Screw 4 12 101872-03 Firebox Top 1 13 101346-01CK Outer Base 1 14 101838-03CJ Firebox Wrapper 1 15 101614-02 Limit Switch (thermal disk) Assy. 1 16 M11084-26 Hex Screw, #10 57 17 098304-03 Phillips Pan Head Screw, #8 4 18 101727-03 Screen Assembly 1 19 101398-02 Wire Harness 1 20 099998-01 Fan Switch 1 21 103581-01 Blower Assembly 1 22 099123-01 Wire Clip 4 23 098219-35 Power Cord Assembly 1 24 M11084-38 Hex Screw, 8-18 x .38" 4

PARTS AVAILABLE — NOT SHOWN

099038-01 Strain Relief Bushing 1 100639-01 Caution Decal 1 103590-01 Decal Strip 1 104313-01 Hinge, Pin 1 104313-02 Hinge, Pin 1 M10908-2 Screw, Slotted Hex Head Tapping 4

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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 25 of this manual.

KEY NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY.

1 101357-01 Top Outer Casing 1 2 103207-01 Outer Casing 1 3 102758-02CK Right Front Side 1 4 102759-02CK Left Front Side 1 5 098304-01 Phillips Pan Head Screw, #10 17 6 101351-01CK Top Front 1 7 102455-02 Louver Extruded 2 8 101353-01CK Middle Front Rail 1 9 101712-02 Firebox Hood 1 10 101348-01 Firebox Support 2 11 099230-01 Shoulder Screw 4 12 101872-03 Firebox Top 1 13 101346-01CK Outer Base 1 14 101838-03CJ Firebox Wrapper 1 15 101514-01CK Cover 1 16 M11084-26 Hex Screw, #10 57 17 098304-03 Phillips Pan Head Screw, #8 4 18 101727-03 Screen Assembly 1

PARTS AVAILABLE — NOT SHOWN

099038-01 Strain Relief Bushing 1 100639-01 Caution Decal 1 103590-01 Decal Strip 1 104313-01 Hinge, Pin 1 104313-02 Hinge, Pin 1 M10908-2 Screw, Slotted Hex Head Tapping 4

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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 FIREPLACE

DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for four (4) years and five (5) years on stainless steel burners 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 heater 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 heater 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 heater 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 FOUR (4) YEARS ON ALL COMPONENTS AND FIVE (5) YEARS ON STAINLESS STEEL BURNERS 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:

INTERNATIONAL

2701 Industrial Drive P.O. Box 90004

Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004 www.desatech.com

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