Desa GL36PN, GL36PNE, GL36PNEP, GL36PNP User Manual

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Desa GL36PN, GL36PNE, GL36PNEP, GL36PNP User Manual

3-SIDED (PENINSULA), VENTED DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

MARBLEHEAD

NATURAL GAS MODELS GL36PN AND GL36PNE PROPANE/LP GAS MODELS GL36PNP AND GL36PNEP

WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors or 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.

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.

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WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or propertydamage.Refertothismanualforcorrectinstallation and operational procedures. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL

CHECK LOCAL CODES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION

SAVE THIS BOOK

This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also contains information that will enable you to obtain replacement parts or optional accessory items when needed. Keep it with your other important papers.

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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Information ...............................................

3

Technical Service ..............................................

15

Dimensions..........................................................

4

Specifications ....................................................

15

Introduction..........................................................

5

Wiring Diagrams................................................

16

Selecting Location...............................................

5

Troubleshooting.................................................

17

Fireplace Installation ...........................................

6

Replacement Parts and Accessories.................

19

Operating Fireplace...........................................

13

Limited 2-Year Warranty......................

Back Cover

Cleaning and Maintenance................................

15

 

 

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SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING: This product contains and/or generates chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm.

IMPORTANT:Readthisowner’s manualcarefullyandcompletely before trying to assemble, operate or service this fireplace.

Improper use of this fireplace cancauseseriousinjuryordeath from burns, fire, explosions, electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning.

DANGER:Carbonmonoxide poisoning may lead to death!

This fireplace is a vented product. This fireplace willnot produceany gas leakage into yourhome if properly installed.This fireplace must be properly installedbyaqualifiedserviceperson.Ifthisunitis notproperlyinstalledbyaqualifiedserviceperson, gas leakage can occur.

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 have been installed properly. Get fresh air at once! Have fireplace inspected and serviced by a qualified service person. 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 and natural gas are both odorless. An odor-making agent is added to each of these gases. The odor helps you detect a gas leak. However, the odor added to these gases can fade. Gas may be present even though no odor exists.

Makecertainyoureadandunderstandallwarnings. 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.Forpropane/LPfireplace,donotplacepropane/ LP supply tank(s) inside any structure. Locate propane/LPsupplytank(s)outdoors.Toprevent performance problems, do not use propane/LP fuel tank of less than 100 lbs. capacity.

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 neighborʼsphone.Followthegassupplier's instructions

ifyoucannotreachyougassupplier,callthe fire department.

4.Never install the fireplace

in a recreational vehicle

wherecurtains,furniture,clothingorother flammable objects are less than 42" from the front, top or sides of the fireplace

in high traffic areas

in windy or drafty areas

5.Thisfireplacereacheshightemperatures.Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoidburnsorclothingignition.Fireplacewill remain hot for a time after shutdown. Allow surfaces to cool before touching.

6.Carefullysuperviseyoungchildrenwhenthey are in the room with fireplace.

7.A hearth extension is not required with this appliance. If one is installed, it is for aesthetic purposes only and does not have to meet the standard requirements.

8.Turnfireplaceoffandletcoolbeforeservicing or repairing. Only a qualified service person should install, service or repair this fireplace. Have fireplace inspected annually by a qualified service person.

9.You must keep control compartments, burners and circulating air passages clean. More frequent cleaning may be needed due to excessive lint and dust from carpeting, bedding material, etc. Turn off the gas valve and pilot light before cleaning fireplace.

10.Have venting system inspected annually by a qualified service person. If needed, have venting system cleaned or repaired. See Cleaning and Maintenance, page 15.

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11.Keep the area around your fireplace clear of combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapor and liquids. Do not run fireplace where these are used or stored. Do not place items such as clothing or decorations on or around fireplace.

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

13.Do not use any solid fuels (wood, coal, paper, cardboard, etc.) in this fireplace. Use only the gas type indicated on fireplace nameplate.

14.Thisappliance,wheninstalled,mustbeelectrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the

National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.

15.Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air in any way. Provide adequate clearancesaroundairopeningsintothecombustion chamber along with adequate accessibility clearance for servicing and proper operation.

16.Do not install fireplace directly on carpeting, vinyl tile or any combustible material other than wood. The fireplace must set on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the fireplace.

17.Do not use fireplace if any part has been exposed to or under water. Immediately call a qualifiedservicepersontoarrangeforreplacement of the unit.

18.Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken.

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

20.Provide adequate clearances around air openings.

DIMENSIONS

 

 

 

6"

6" O.D.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2 1/2"

 

 

 

 

24"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9 1/2"

 

 

 

 

 

20 5/8"

19 3/8"

 

 

 

 

4"

19 1/4"

 

40"

 

2 1/2"

19 1/4"

 

 

TOP VIEW

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4 1/2"

16"

12"

 

 

 

3 1/4"

16"

2 1/2"

 

 

 

 

 

12"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

52 1/2"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

20 1/2"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

37 1/2"

 

5 1/4"

 

8"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9"

5 1/2"

36 1/2"

 

 

23"

 

 

13"

 

40"

 

 

24"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

24"

 

FRONT VIEW

 

 

SIDE VIEW

 

 

 

 

 

 

BACK VIEW

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INTRODUCTION

Models GL36PN/P and GL36PNE/P are decorative gas appliances that use a millivolt gas control and piezo pilot or an electronic gas control valve with an electronic ignition system respectively. These systems require a6",B-typeventing system for operation.

The 6" B-type vent is not supplied by DESA. For installation guidelines, check your B-vent instructions.

WARNING: This gas appliance must not be connected to a chimney flue servicing a solid fuel burning appliance.

Models GL36PN and GL36PNE are smooth face units for natural gas only. The GL36PNP and GL36PNEPare smooth face units for propane/LP gas only.To determine which type of gas your unit isapprovedandtestedfor,checktheratingplateon the lift-out plate located inside the firebox under the access panel.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Before beginning the installation of your appliance, read these instructions through completely.

This DESA appliance and its approved components are safe when installed according to this installation manual and are operated as recommendedbyDESA.UnlessyouuseDESAapproved components tested for this appliance, YOU MAY

CAUSE A FIRE HAZARD!

TheDESAwarrantywillbevoidedbyandDESAdisclaims any responsibility for the following actions :

A)Modification of the appliance or any of the components manufactured by DESA unless otherwise permitted by DESA.

B)Use of any component part not approved by DESA in combination with this appliance.

C)Installationand/oroperationinamannerother than instructed in this manual.

D)The burning of anything other than the type of gas approved for use in this gas appliance.

Thisappliance,wheninstalled,mustbeelectrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA70-1987 and the CSAC22.1 Canadian Electrical Code for Canada.

The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the current

National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or with the current CAN/CGA B149 Installation Codes for Canada.

This appliance complieswithANSIZ21.50B-1990 and CAM/CGA-2.22-M89 as a Vented Gas Appliance and is listed and tested by the Omni Test Laboratories.

WARNING: Installation of this appliance should be done by a qualified service person well trained in the installation of such appliances. You will also need a building permit from your local BuildingandSafetyCommissioner before installing this appliance; otherwise your insurance company may not cover this appliance.

NOTICE: This appliance is not intendedtobeusedasaprimary source of heat.

SELECTING LOCATION

To determine the safest and most efficient location for your appliance, you must take into consideration the following guidelines:

1.The location must allow for proper clearances (seeClearances,page6).Note:Thisdecorative appliance is not designed for outdoor installation.

2.Thelocationshouldbeinaplacewheredrafts, air conditioning ducts, windows or doors will not affect fireplace heat output.

3.A location that avoids the cutting of joists or roof rafters will make installation easier. Figure 2 shows a typical three-sided fireplace installation.

IMPORTANT: Side openings must be located at least 3 feet from facing wall or combustible material. End opening must be located at least 1 foot from facing wall or combustible material.

Existing

Side

Wall

4" From Opening to

Perpendicular Wall Access Control Panel

Figure 2 - Typical Two-Sided Fireplace

Installation

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In selecting a location, the following precautions must be observed:

1.Do not connect this appliance to a chimney system used for a solid fuel burning fireplace.

2.Install in an area providing ventilation and adequate combustion air.

3.Due to high temperatures, do not locate this applianceinhightrafficareasornearfurniture and draperies.

4.Never obstruct the front opening of the applianceortheflowofcombustionandventilation air. Keep control compartments accessible.

5.DO NOTlocate in the vicinity where gasoline or other flammable liquids may be stored.The appliance area must be kept clear and free from these combustible materials.

FIREPLACE

INSTALLATION

CLEARANCES

Minimum clearances to combustibles are:

Fireplace flanges to studs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0"

Fireplace back/sides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1"

Fireplace spacers to framing. . . . . . . . . . . . 0"

Openings to perpendicular wall . . . . . . . . . 4"

End glass to facing wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12"

Side glass to facing wall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36"

Bottom of fireplace to floor or platform. . . 0"

“B” vent surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1"

Top of fireplace opening to ceiling. . . . . . 35" See Figures 3 and 4.

CAUTION: Do not block required air spaces with insulation or any other material. Do not obstruct effective opening of appliance with any type of facing material.

 

1" Minimum

1" Minimum

Clearance from Pipes

Clearance to Combustibles

to Combustibles

 

22 3/4"

19"

 

 

11 3/8"

21 5/8"

6" O.D.

4" Min. from the Perpendicular

Side Wall to the Fireplace Opening (Typ.)

Figure 3 - Clearances from Top View

Doublewall

6" B-Vent

35" Min. to Effective Opening to Ceiling

63 7/8" Minimum

0" to Floor

1" Min. Clearance

from Pipes to Combustibles

Do Not Pack Space

Between Spacer with

Any Type of Insulation

Figure 4 - Clearances from Side View

MANTEL CLEARANCES

Woodwork,such as woodtrims,mantels and other combustiblematerials,shouldnotbeplacedwithin 7" of the opening of this appliance (see Figure 5). Combustible material above the fireplace projecting more than 1 1/2" from the applianceʼs front face must not be less than 12" from the appliance opening.

 

12 1/4"

 

 

(Ref.)

Header Fireplace Top

 

 

33°

 

Drywall

Combustible

 

 

 

6" (Ref.)

Materials

 

12" Min.

 

 

 

7" Min.

Note: Mantel clearances apply

 

to both sides of the applliacne.

to Effective

 

 

Opening

 

3" Nom.

1 1/2" Max.

Figure 5 - Mantel Clearances

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