Desa VCD36RN, VCD36TN User Manual

DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE

OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

DEDICATED REAR AND TOP VENT FIREPLACES

MODELS: (V) CD36R(N,P) (E)

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.

FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other ﬂammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

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.

• Immediatly call your gas wupplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

•

If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the ﬁre

department.

This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*, permanently located, manufactured (modile) home, where not prohibited by state or local codes. This appliance is only for use with the type od gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases, unless a certiﬁed kit is used.

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.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualiﬁed installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.

MODELS: (V) CD36T(N,P) (E)

*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer.

State of Massachusetts: The installation must be made by a licensed plumber or gas ﬁtter in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY INFORMATION .......................................................... 2

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ................................................... 3

LOCAL CODES ........................................................................ 3

PRODUCT FEATURES ............................................................ 4

PRE-INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ................................... 4

UNIT DIMENSIONS .................................................................... 6

LOCATION OF TERMINATION CAP ....................................... 7

VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ............................ 8

ELECTRICAL SUPPLY CONNECTION .................................. 17

OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION ................................... 17

WIRING DIAGRAMS ............................................................. 19

INSTALLING OPTIONAL CONTROLS .................................... 20

HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATIONS ........................................ 21

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: 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, explosions, electrical shock, and carbon monoxide poisoning.

DANGER: Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death!

This ﬁreplace must be installed by a qualiﬁed (certiﬁed or licensed) service person. It has a sealed gas combustion chamber that uses a coaxial pipe (pipe within a pipe and having the same center) venting system. It brings in fresh air for combustion through the outer pipe and combustion gases are exhausted through the inner pipe. If the glass door assembly and venting pipe are not properly seated, connected, and sealed, carbon monoxide leakage (spillage) 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.

GAS SUPPLY AND PIPING .................................................. 21

HEARTH ACCESS AND ASSEMBLY ................................... 24

OPERATING FIREPLACE ...................................................... 25

INSPECTING BURNERS ....................................................... 29

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE .......................................... 28

TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................. 31

REPLACEMENT PARTS ........................................................... 36

SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................... 36

SERVICE HINTS ...................................................................... 36

TECHNICAL SERVICE ............................................................. 36

ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LIST ....... 37

ACCESSORIES ....................................................................... 43

OWNER’S REGISTRATION FORM ......................................... 45

WARRANTY INFORMATION ...................................... Back Cover

Propane/LP and Natural Gas: Propane/LP and natural gases are oderless. 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 unless a certiﬁed kit is used.

2. For a propane/LP ﬁreplace, do not place propane/LP supply tank(s) inside any structure. Locate propane/LP tank(s) outdoors. To prevent performance problems, do not use pro pane/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 neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions

• if you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the ﬁre department.

4. Never install the ﬁreplace

• in a recreational vehicle

• in windy or drafty areas where curtains or other combustible (ﬂammable) objects can make contact with the ﬁreplace front

• in high trafﬁc areas

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Rear Vent

Flue Collar

Top Vent

Flue Collar

Piezo Ignitor with Optional Remote and Blower Control Mount

Control Valve Variable Input Adjustment

Log

Set

Ember

Tray

Door Latch

Nailing Flange

Lower

Louver

Panel

Junction Box

Glass

Door

Assembly

Upper

Louver

Panel

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

LOCAL CODES

SAFETY INFORMATION

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5. This ﬁreplace reaches high temperatures, Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing igni tion. Fireplace will remain hot for a time after shutdown. Al low surfaces to cool before touching.

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

7. Do not modify this ﬁreplace under any circumstances. Any parts removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operat ing ﬁreplace.

8. Turn ﬁreplace off and let cool before servicing, installing, or repairing. Only a qualiﬁed service person should install, ser vice or repair this ﬁreplace. Have ﬁreplace inspected annu ally by a qualiﬁed service person.

9. You must keep control compartments, burners, and circulat ing air passages clean. More frequent cleaning may be needed due to excessive lint and dust from carpeting, bedding mate rial, 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##.

11. Keep the area around your ﬁreplace clear of combustible ma terials, 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 the nameplate.

14. This appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Ca- nadian Electric Code, CSA C22.1.

15. Do not use ﬁreplace if any part has been exposed to or under water. Immediately call a qualiﬁed service person to arrange for replacement of the unit.

16. Do not operate ﬁreplace if any log is broken or missing.

17. Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert, or other ac cessory not approved for use with this ﬁreplace.

18. Do not operate ﬁreplace with glass door removed, cracked, or broken.

19. Provide adequate clearances around air openings.

NOTICE: This product is intended only as a supplement to your central heating system and is not to be installed as a primary source of heat. You may use this product for emergency heating during a power outage.

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Figure 1 - Rear / Top Direct-Vent Fireplace

LOCAL CODES

Install and use ﬁreplace with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the current National Fuel Gas Code

ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54* (USA) or the current CSA-B149.1 Installation Code (Canada).

*Available from:

American National Standards Institute, Inc.

1430 Broadway

New York, NY 10018

National Fire Protection Association, Inc.

Batterymarh Park

Quincy, MA 02269

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PRODUCT FEATURES

36"

(914 mm)

15"

(381 mm)

25"

(635 mm)

PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION

Location and Space Requirements

PRODUCT FEATURES

These are a few facts that can help you understand and enjoy your direct-vent ﬁreplace:

• The CD36R dedicated rear vent is best suited for ﬂush or corner installations when vented horizontally through an exterior wall

• The CD36T dedicated top vent is suited for any application

where height is necessary to terminate the venting system either through the roof (vertical) or to gain sufﬁcient height and offset to vent to an outside/exterior wall (horizontal).

• The vent pipe installation is very important to allow for proper

operation. You must select the appropriate unit for your applica tion and follow the venting instructions to plan your installation.

• This ﬁreplace may be installed in any room of your house provided

all local codes and these installation instructions are followed.

• Models (V)CD36R/T are equipped with a millivolt gas control

system that does not require electricity to operate. A piezo ignitor is provided to light the pilot without using matches or lighters.

• Models (V)CD36RE/TE are equipped with an electronic ignition

system that requires 120VAC to operate. An electrode ignitor automatically lights the pilot ﬂame when the ﬁreplace is turned on.

• All models can accept an optional circulating air blower when

120 VAC connection is supplied. If you plan to install an optional blower, do not forget to wire the ﬁreplace outlet when framing.

• Each time you turn on your ﬁreplace, you may notice some

amount of condensation on the inside of the ﬁreplace glass. This is normal and will disappear after 10-20 minutes of operation.

• Your direct-vent gas ﬁreplace system (ﬁreplace and venting) is a

balanced and sealed gas operating unit. It is highly efﬁcient because it uses outside air for combustion while independantly heating the indoor air.

• Your ﬁreplace is designed to be used in zero clearance installa tions. Wall or framing material can be placed directly against any exterior surface on the back, sides, or top of your ﬁreplace, except where stand-off spacers are integrally attached. If stand-

off spacers are attached to your ﬁreplace, these spacers can be placed directly against wall or framing material. See framing details on page 5.

• If you plan on installing a television or entertainment center re cessed above your ﬁreplace, it is recommended that you main tain a minimum 18” above the top of louver opening.

• When locating termination cap, it is important to observe the minimum clearances shown in Figure 10, page 7.

• If recessed into a wall, you can avoid extra framing b position ing your ﬁreplace against an already existing framing member.

• Do not recess termination cap into a wall or siding.

• You may paint the termination cap with 450°F (232°C) heat resistant paint to coordinate with the exterior ﬁnish.

• There must not be any obstruction such as bushes, garden sheds, fences, decks, or utility buildings within 24” from the front of the termination cap.

• Do not locate termination cap where excessive snow or ice build up may occur. Be sure to clear vent terminal area after snow falls to prevent accidental blockage of venting system. When using snow blowers, do not direct snow towards vent termina tion area.

PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION

LOCATION AND SPACE REQUIREMENTS

Determine the safest and most efﬁcient location for your DESA direct-vent ﬁreplace. Make sure that rafters and wall studs are not in the way of the venting system. Coose a location where the heat output is not affected by drafts, air conditioning ducts, windows or doors. Figure 2 shows some common locations. Be aware of all restrictions and precautions before deciding the exact location for your ﬁreplace and termination cap.

When deciding the location of your ﬁreplace, follow these rules:

• Do not connect this ﬁreplace to a chimney ﬂue servicing

a separate solid-fuel burning ﬁreplace or appliance.

• Do to high temperatures, do not locate this ﬁreplace in high traf-

ﬁc areas, windy or drafty areas, or near furniture or draperies.

• Proper clearances must be maintained.

• If your ﬁreplace is to be installed directly on carpeting, vinyl

tile, or any combustible material other than wood, it must be installed on a metal or wood panel exttending the full width and depth of the ﬁreplace. See Figure 3.

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Flush with a wall

Through exterior wall

enclosed in a chase

Figure 2 - Common Fireplace Locations

Figure 3 - Fireplace Bottom Dimensions

Corner

Installation

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PRE-INSTALATION

14 3/4" (375 mm)

36 1/4" (921 mm)

36"

(914 mm)

2x - VERTICAL

DOUBLE STUD

FOR 1" OF CLEARANCE AT THE SIDES AND BACK OF THE FIREPLACE

IS ALSO PERMITTED AT

HOWEVER, 0" CLEARANCE

ALL SIDES WHEN FRAMED

THESE DIMENSIONS ALLOW

21" (533 mm)

TO CENTER OF

TOP VENT

14 3/4"

(375 mm)

TO NAILING

FLANGES

56 3/4"

(1441 mm)

12 1/4"

(311 mm)

OPENING

28 5/8"

(727 mm)

6 5/8" ( 168 mm)

TO CENTER

OF REAR VENT

14 3/4"

2 1/2" (63 mm)

MIN. 1" (26 mm)

PREPARATION

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PACKAGING AND REMOVAL

The (V)CD36R/T direct vent gas ﬁreplace heater is packaged with:

- one box containg a 4-log set located on the burner in the ﬁrebox.

- one bag containing the owner’s manual with installation

instructions, operator’s guide, and warranty information.

- one bag of glowing ember material.

- one bag of vermiculite hearth treatments.

Remove the shrinkwrap securing the 2 carton trays to the unit.

Lift the top carton tray off and remove the four corner posts.

Discard the bottom tray once the unit is moved into position.

PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION

Clearances

Framing and Finishing

FIBERBOARD

COLLAR PROTECTOR

Figure 4 - Removing Collar Protector (Rear Vent) Fireplace

Note:

On rear vent models you must remove the ﬁberboard collar protector located on the rear collar before installing the ﬁreplace and venting system. See Figure 4.

CLEARANCES

Minimum clearances to combustibles for the ﬁreplace are as follows:

Back, and sides 0” (0 mm) Perpendicular walls 12” (305 mm) Floor 0” (0 mm) Ceiling to louver opening 40” (1016 mm) Front 36” (914 mm) Top 0” (0 mm) Vent Surfaces 1” (26 mm) (See venting instructions for speciﬁcs on vent clearances.) Mantel Clearances (See - Mantel Clearances for speciﬁc clearances to combustible mantels.)

Combustible material with a maximum thickness of 5/8” (16 mm) may be ﬂush with the top and sides of the front face of the ﬁreplace.

FRAMING AND FINISHING

Figure 5 shows typical framing of this ﬁreplace. Figure 6 shows framing for corner installation. All minimum clearances must be met.

For overall unit dimensions, framing allowances, and vent collar locations, see Unit Dimensions, Figure 9 on page 6.

For available accessories for this ﬁreplace, see Accessories on page

37. If you are using a seperate combustible mantel piece, refer to Figures 7 and 8 for proper height and clearances. You can install a noncombustible mantel at any height above the ﬁreplace opening. Note: Non-combustible mantels may discolor!

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Figure 5 - Framing Clearances for Flush, Wall Installation

Figure 6 - Framing Clearances for Corner Installation

7 5/8" (194 mm) TO CENTER OF

8" TOP VENT

14 3/4"

(375 mm)

TO NAILING

FLANGES

5/8"

(16 mm)

36"

(914 mm)

FACE DIM.

36 1/4"

(921 mm)

FACE DIM.

15 3/8"

(390 mm)

35 3/4"

(908 mm)

2.0 "

(51 mm)

25" (635 mm)

TO CENTER OF

8" REAR VENT

37" (940 mm)

TO NAILING

FLANGE

4 1/2"

(114 mm)

ELECTRICAL

INLET

8" (203 mm)

GAS SUPPLY

INLET

36 3/4"

(934 mm)

36 1/4"

(921 mm)

TO NAILING

FLANGE

2.0"

(51 mm)

2.0"

(51 mm)

38"

(965 mm)

(102 mm)

TO NAILING FLANGE

WALL SWITCH

WIREWAY

WALL SWITCH

WIREWAY

2.5 "

(63.5 mm)

UNIT DIMENSIONS

Top of Louver Opening

Stud Wall

Ref. Mantel Depth Ref. Mantel from Top

of Louver Openin

5/8 Flue Pipe

2x Vertical Header @ 1” Min. Clearance

7 2” (38mm) G 2” (51mm)

6 4” (76mm) F 4” (102mm)

5 8” (114mm) E 6” (152mm)

4 10” (152mm) D 8” (203mm)

3 12” (190mm) C 10” (254mm)

2 14” (229mm) B 12” (51mm)

1 16” (267mm) A 14” (51mm)

33°

SAFE

ZONE

1 1/2”

(38 mm)

3 3/4”

(95 mm)

6.0”

(152 mm)

5 1/2”

(140 mm)

12”

(305 mm)

Perpendicular Side Wall

Combustible Material May Be Used

Outer Surround

To Fireplace

Opening

REAR / TOP VENT COMMON

CD36R, CD36T, VCD36R and VCD36T

MANTEL CLEARANCES

Figure 8 shows projected mantel depths at various heights above the top of the louver opening. Figure 7 shows able distances from various mantel components in relation to the both sides of the ﬁreplace opening.

WARNING: When ﬁnishing appliance, do not overlap combustible materials onto the black front face. Brick, tile, or other non-combustible materials may be applied to the face provided that any ﬁreplace openings are not blocked and gaps in the material used and the face are sealed with a non-combustible caulking.

the minimum allow-

Figure 7 - Side Clearances for Combustible Mantels

UNIT DIMENSIONS

Rear / Top Vent Common

Figure 9 - Rear / Top Vent Common Dimensions

Figure 8 - Clearances for Combustible Mantels

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Fixed

Closed

Openabl

Fixed

Closed

Openable

TERMINATION CAP

AIR SUPP

LY INLET

GAS METE

R RESTRICTED AREA

(TERMIN

ATION PROHIBITED)

A = clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony

[*12 inches (30.5mc) minimum]

B = clearance to window or door that may be opened

[12 inches (30.5cm) minimum]

C = clearance to permanently closed window [minimum 12 inches

(30.5cm) recommended to prevent condensation on window]

D = vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal

within a horizontal distance of 24 inches (61cm) from the

center-line of the terminal [18 inches (45.7cm) minimum] E = clearance to unventilated soffit [12 inches (30.5cm) minimum] F = clearance to outside corner (see below) G = clearance to inside corner (see below) H = *not to be installed above a meter/regulator assembly within

36 inches (91.4cm) horizontally from the center-line of the regulator

I = clearance to service regulator vent outlet [*72 inches (182.9cm)

minimum]

J = clearance to non-mechanical air supply inlet to building or the

combustion air inlet to any other fireplace [*12 inches (30.5cm

)

minimum]

K = clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet [*72 inches (182.9cm)

minimum]

L = clearance above paved side-walk or a paved driveway located on

public property [*84 inches (213.3cm) minimum] M = clearance under veranda, porch, deck [*12 inches (30.5cm) minimum ] N = clearance above a roof shall extend a minimum of 24 inches (61cm)

above the highest point when it passes through the roof surface and

any other obstruction within a horizontal distance of 18 inches (45.7cm)

vent shall not terminate directly above a side-walk or paved driveway which is located between two single family dwellings and serves both dwellings* only permitted if veranda, porch, deck or balconey is fully open on a minimum of 2 sides beneath the floor*

* as specified in CAN/CSA B149 (.1 or .2) Installation Codes (1991) for Canada and U.S.A.

Note

: Local codes or regulations may require different clearances

A = 6" (15.2cm)

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B = 6" (15.2cm)

C = Maximum depth of 48" (121.9cm) for

recessed location

D =

Minimum width for back wall of

recessed location Combustible - 38" (965mm) Noncombustible - 24" (61cm)

E =

Clearance from corner in

recessed locationCombustible - 6" (15.2cm) Noncombustible - 2" (5.1cm)

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G = 12" (30.5cm) minimum clearance

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Combustible & Noncombustible H = 24" (61cm) J = 20" (50.8cm)

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LOCATION OF TERMINATION CAP

Figure 10 - Minimum Clearances for Termination Cap

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VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Installation Planning

VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

NOTICE: fore attempting installation.

These models are tested and approved for use with DESA (directvent) pipe components and terminations.

The venting system must terminate on the outside of the structure and can not be attached to a chimney or ﬂue system servicing a solid fuel or gas burning appliance. A direct-vent appliance must have its own venting system. DO NOT common vent this appliance.

These models are approved to be vented either horizontally through an outside wall or vertically through a roof or chase enclosure using the following:

• When venting system terminatates horizontally on an outside wall you may install a standoff if the termination cap is to be in stalled directly on combustible ﬁnish such as vinyl, wood, stucco, etc.

• Never run the vent downward as this may cause excessive tem peratures which could cause a ﬁre.

• Vent pipe air space clearances to combustibles are 1” on all sides except on the horizontal sections, which require 2” clearance from the top of the pipe. Where the termination cap penetrates a combustible wall, the use of a 2 piece wall ﬁrestop is required to support the termination cap and maintain proper clearances.

• Have ﬁreplace and selected vent components on hand to help determine the exact measurements when elbowing or offsetting. Always use wall ﬁrestops when penetrating walls and vertical ﬁrestops when penetrating ceilings, ﬂoor joists or attic spaces.

• Install hoorizontal venting with a 1/4” rise for every 12” of run towards the termination.

thoroughly before attempting installation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury, property damage loss of life.

Read these instructions completely be-

WARNING:

Read all instructions completely and

NOTICE: Failure to follow these instructions will void the warranty.

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

• Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection

• Use extreme caution when using ladders or when on roof tops

• Be aware of electrical wiring locations in walls and ceilings

The following actions will void the warranty on your venting system:

• Installation of any damaged venting component

• Unautorized modiﬁcation of the venting system (Do not cut or alter vent components)

• Installation of any component part not manufactured or ap proved by DESA.

• Installation other than as instructed by these instructions

WARNING: must be vented directly to the outside. The venting system must NEVER be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel burning apppliance. Each direct-vent gas appliance must use a separate vent system Do not use common vent systems.

WARNING: bustibles are 1” on all sides except on horizontal sections, which require 2” clearance from the top of the pipe. Where the termination cap penetrates a combustible wall 1”, air space clearance in required.

This gas ﬁreplace and vent assembly

Vent pipe air space clearance to com-

IMPORTANT:

for servicing.

Do not seal vent cap to pipe. Cap must be removable

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Female Locking Lugs

Male Slots

(Framing

Detail)

/4"

(273mm)

103/4" Inside Framing

(273mm)

/4"

(273mm)

/2"

(216mm)

Vent Opening

Combustible

Wall

Vent Opening

Noncombustible

Wall

Center of

Hole

INSTRUCTIONS

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INSTALLATION PLANNING

There are two basic types of direct-vent installations:

• Horizontal Termination

• Vertical Termination

Horizontal Termination Installation

VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Installation Planning (Cont.)

IMPORTANT:

portion of wall ﬁrestop. Horizontal installation using round termination require exterior portion of wall ﬁrestop (see Figure 18, page 11).

1. Set the ﬁreplace in its desired location and determine the route your horizontal venting will take. Do not secure the ﬁreplace until all venting has been installed. Some installations require sliding the ﬁreplace in and out of position to make ﬁnal venting connections. Figures 19 through 25 on pages11 through 13 show different conﬁgurations for venting with horizontal termina tion that will help you decide which application best suits your installation. Check to see if wall studs or roof rafters are in the path of your desired venting route. If they are, you may want to adjust the location of the ﬁreplace.

2. Direct vent pipe sections and components are designed with special twist-lock connections.

Twist-Lock Procedure: The female ends of the pipes have locking lugs (indentations). These lugs will slide straight into matching slots on the male ends of adjacent pipes. Push pipe sections together and twist one section clockwise approximately one-quarter turn until the sections are fully locked (see Figure

11). feet. Use wall strap for this purpose.

3. Any straight pipe section, a 45°, or a 90° elbow can be used when ﬁrst connecting the venting system to the ﬁreplace. Elbows are designed to twist lock into any of four 90° positions to direct the venting system to the desired location.

IMPORTANT:

elbows by cutting, twisting, bending, etc.

4. Assemble the desired combination of pipe and elbows to the ﬁreplace ﬂue collar. If there are long portions of venting run,

pipe sections may be pre-assembled and installed for convenience.

5. Carefully determine the location where the vent pipe assembly will penetrate the outside wall. The center of the hole should line up with the center-line of the horizontal vent pipe. Mark the wall for a 10 ¾” x10 ¾” square hole. Cut and frame the square hole in the exterior wall where the vent will be terminated. If the wall

being penetrated is constructed of noncombustible material, such as masonry block of concrete , a 8 ½” hole with zero clearance is acceptable (see Figure 12).

any wall. This will cause a ﬁre hazard.

Horizontal square terminations require only inner

Note:

Horizontal runs of vent must be supported every three

WARNING:

Do not attempt to alter the conﬁguration of the

Do not recess vent termination into

Figure 11 - Vent Pipe Connection

Figure 12 - Vent Opening Requirements

WARNING:

Never run vent downward as this may cause excessive temperatures which could cause a ﬁre. Operation of improperly installed and maintained venting system could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life.

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VENT CAP

INNER WALL FIRESTOP

VINYL SIDING STANDOFF

HOT

APPLY

MASTIC

TO ALL SIDES

SCREWS

INNER WALL FIRESTOP

VENT CAP

OUTER WALL FIRESTOP

HOT

INNER WALL FIRESTOP

PIPE SECTION

VENT

CAP

SCREWS

VENT CAP

HOT

Installation Planning (Cont.)

VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Continued

Noncombustible Exterior Wall: Position the horizontal vent

cap in the center of the 8 ½” round hole and attach to the exte rior wall with four wood screws provided. Before attaching the vent cap to exterior wall, run a bead of non-hardening mastic (pliable sealant) around the outside edges to make a seal be tween it and the outside wall. provided should be replaced with appropriate fasteners for stucco, brick, concrete, or other types of sidings. (See Figure 13).

Combustible Exterior Wall: For vinyl siding, stucco or wood

exteriors, a siding standoff may be installed between the vent cap and exterior wall. The siding standoff prevents excessive heat from damaging the siding materials. Siding material must be cut to accommodate standoff. Bolt the vent cap to the stand off. Apply non-hardening mastic around outside edge of stand off. Position the standoff/cap assembly in the center of the 10 ¾ square hole and attach to exterior wall with wood screws provided (see Figure 14). The siding standoff must sit ﬂush against the exterior fascia material.

Combustible Exterior Wall Only: Fit the outer and inner wall

ﬁrestop

into the wall before connecting horizontal run to vent

cap (see Figure 15).

8. Carefully move ﬁreplace, with vent assembly attached, toward wall and insert vent pipe into horizontal termination. The pipe

overlap should be a minimum of 1 ¼”.

9. Combustible Exterior Wall Only: Slide wall ﬁrestop against interior wall surface and attach with screws provided (see Figure

16). See Figure 17 for horizontal termination details.

10. Place ﬁreplace into position and shim with noncombustible ma terial, if needed. Nail or screw ﬂanges to framing to secure unit in place.

IMPORTANT:

securing. If ﬁreplace is not level, it will not work properly.

Note:

The four wood screws

Make sure ﬁreplace is level before

Figure 14 - Installing Siding Standoff

Figure 13 - Installing Horizontal Vent Cap (Noncombustible)

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Figure 15 - Installing Outer Wall Firestop

Figure 16 - Installing Inner Wall Firestop

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Siding Standoff

Screws

High

Wind

Termination

Apply Mastic to Outside Edge of

Standoff Exterior Wall with

Vinyl Siding

/4" x 10 3/4" Framed Opening

Maintain

1" Minimum Air Space

Around

Outer

Pipe When

Penetrating

a Wall

Minimum

Pipe

Overlap

/4"

Wall Firestop

Direct

Vent

Pipe

Vertical (V) Horizontal (H)

/2 " 22" max.

Square Termination

TOH

Horizontal Square Termination

Wall Firestop

Straight / Adjustable Pipe 18" Max.

Horizontal Square Termination

Wall Firestop

Straight / Adjustable Pipe 18" Max.

Corner Installation

Vertical (V) Horizontal (H)

25 ½”

24”

45°

Elbow

90° Elbow

Wall Firesto

Horizontal Round Termination

Exterior Portion of Wall Firestop

(Round

Termination Only)

INSTRUCTIONS

Continued

Horizontal Termination Conﬁguration

Figures 19 through 25 show different conﬁgurations and alternatives for venting with horizontal terminations. Each ﬁgure includes a chart with critical minimum and maximum dimensions which MUST be met. venting must have a 1/4” rise for every 12” of run toward the termination.

IMPORTANT:

Remember that a horizontal run of

VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Installation Planning (Cont.)

Figure 18 - Horizontal Termination Conﬁguration for Round Termination (Model (V)CD36T)

Figure 17 - Typical Horizontal Termination Cap Mounting with Additional Siding Standoff Installed

GROUND FLOOR INSTALLATION REAR VENT

Recommended Applications fo Rear Vent Model (V)CD36R:

• Installation using cabinet surrounds

• Through the wall using round or square termination (up to a maximum of 18” of horizontal pipe)

• Corner installation (Using one 45° elbow and a maximum of 18” of horizontal pipe).

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Figure 19 - Horizontal Termination Conﬁguration for Flush Installation (Model (V)CD36R)

Figure 20 - Horizontal Termination Conﬁguration for Corner Installation (Model (V)CD36R)

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TOH

90° Elbow

As Required for (V) See Chart for Pipe Section

Required

Square Termination

Wall Firestop

Not to Exceed (H) Limits

Horizontal Square Termination

Wall Firestop

Straight / Adjustable Pipe 24" Max.

Corner Installation

Vertical (V) Horizontal (H)

45 ½“ 32 ½“

90°

Elbow

Snorkel Terminatio

12"

Minimum

Snorkel Terminatio

Wall Firestop

90°

Elbow

12"

Minimum

12"

Minimum

Snorkel Termination

Adequate Drainage

Installation Planning (Cont.)

VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Continued

GROUND FLOOR INSTALLATION TOP VENT

Recommended Applications for Top Vent Model (V)CD36T:

• Installation using cabinet surrounds

• Through the wall using round or square termination (up to a maximum of 24” of horizontal pipe)

• Corner installation (Using one 90° elbow and a maximum of 24” of horizontal pipe).

Required Vertical (V) Allowable Vertical (V) Vertical Pipe Horizontal (H) 45 ½” None 26” Max. 57 ¼” Min. 1 ft. 30” Max. 69 ¼” Min. 2 ft. 74” Max. 81 ½” Min. 3 ft. 98” Max. 94” Min. 4 ft. 122” Max. 106” Min. 5 ft. 146” Max. 159” Min. 9 ft. 20’ Max.

Figure 21 - Horizontal Termination Conﬁguration for Corner Installation using One 90° Elbow (Model (V)CD36T)

SNORKEL TERMINATION INSTALLATION

Recommended Applications Models (V)CD36R and (V)CD36T:

• Installations requiring vertical rise on building exterior. • Installation using snorkel termination to achieve 1 ft. above grade.

Snorkel terminati you must provide proper drainage to prevent water from entering snorkel (see Figure 23). Do not back ﬁll around snorkel termination.

Figure 23 - Snorkel Termination Conﬁgurations for Below Ground Installation

Figure 22 - Horizontal Termination Conﬁguration with Vertical Rise and One 90° Elbow (Model (V)CD36T)

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Venting with Two 90° Elbows

Vertical (V)

Horizontal (H

)

Horizontal (H

) +

8' min.

9' max.

9' min.

11' max.

10' min.

13' max.

12' min.

17' max.

14' min.

20' max.

HORIZONTAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION USING TWO 90°

90° Elbow

Venting with Three 90° Elbows

Vertical (V)

Horizontal (H

)

Horizontal (H

) +

5' min.

6' max.

6' min.

8' max.

7' min.

10' max.

8' min.

12' max.

12' min.

20' max.

Horizontal (H

)

2' max. 3' max. 4' max. 5' max. 8' max.

20' max. 20' max.

8' max.

TOH

ELBOWS

The following conﬁgurations show the minimum vertical rise requirements for a horizontal system using two 90° elbows.

VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Installation Planning (Cont.)

Figure 24 - Horizontal Termination Conﬁguration for Venting using Two 90° Elbows (Model (V)CD36T)

Figure 25 - Horizontal Termination Conﬁguration for Venting using Three 90° Elbows (Model (V)CD36T)

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45° Elbow

Wall Strap

Roof

Flashing

Ceiling

Firestop

VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Installation for Vertical Terminations

VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Continued

Note:

Vertical restrictor must be installed in all vertical installations.

1. Determine the route your vertical venting will take. If ceiling Joists, roof rafters, or other framing will obstruct the venting system, consider an offset (see Figure 26) to avoid cutting load bearing members. lation instructions for required clearances (air space) to com bustibles when passing through ceilings, walls roofs, enclo sures, attic rafters, etc. Do not pack air spaces with insulation. Also note maximum horizontal offset limitations.

2. Set ﬁreplace in desired location. Drop a plumb line down from the ceiling to the position of the ﬁreplace exit ﬂue. Mark the center point where the vent will penetrate the ceiling. Drill a small locating hole at this point.

Drop a plumb line from the inside of the roof to the locating hole in the ceiling. Mark the center point where the vent will penetrate the roof. Drill a small locating hole at this point.

NOTE:

Pay special attention to these instal-

2. Assemble the desired lengths of pipe and elbows necessary to reach from the ﬁreplace ﬂue up through the ﬁrestop. Be sure all pipe and elbow connections are fully twist-locked (see Fig- ure 11, page 9).

3. Cut a hole in the roof using the locating hole as a center point. (Cover any exposed open vent pipes before cutting hole in roof.) The 10 ¾” x 10 ¾” hole must be measured on the horizontal; actual length may be larger dependiong on the pitch of the roof. There must be a 1” clearance from the vent pipe to combustible materials. Frame the opening as shown in Figure 12, page 9.

4. Connect a section of pipe and extend up through the hole.

Note:

If an offset is needed to avoid obstructions, you must support the vent pipe every 3 feet. Use wall straps for this purpose (see Figure 26). Whenever possible, use 45º elbows instead of 90º elbows. The 45º elbow offers less restriction to the ﬂow of the ﬂue gases and intake air.

5. Place the ﬂashing over the pipe section(s) extending through the roof. Secure the base of the ﬂashing to the roof and fram ing with rooﬁng nails. Be sure rooﬁng material overlaps the top edge of the ﬂashing as shown in Figure 26. There must be a 1” clearnace from the vent pipe to combustible materials

6. Continue to add pipe section until the height of the vent cap meets the minimum building code requirements described in Figure 10 on page 7. steep roof pitches. Nearby trees, adjoining rooﬂines, steep pitched roofs, and other similar factors may cause poor draft or down-drafting in high winds. Increasing the vent height may solve this problem.

7. Twist-lock the vent cap onto the kast section of vent pipe.

Note:

If the vent pipe passes through any occupied areas above the ﬁrst ﬂoor, including storage spaces and closets, you must enclose pipe. You may frame and sheetrock the enclosure with standard construction material. Make sure and meet the minimum allowable clearances to combustibles. Do not ﬁll any of the required air spaces with insulation.

Note:

You must increase vent height for

Figure 26 - Offset with Wall Strap and 45° Elbows

Flat Ceiling Installation

1. Cut a 10 ¾” square hole in the ceiling using the locating hole as a center point. The opening should be framed to 10 ¾” x 10 ¾” (273 mm x 273 mm) inside dimensions, as shown in Figure 12 on page 9 using framing lumber the same size as the ceiling joists. If the area above the ceiling is an insulated ceiling or a room, nail ﬁrestop from the top side. This prevents loose insula tion from falling into the required clearance space. Otherwise, install ﬁrestop below the framed hole. The ﬁrestop should be installed with no less than three nails per side (see Figure 27).

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Figure 27 - Installing Firestop

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Venting with Three 90° Elbows

Vertical (V)

Horizontal (H

)

Horizontal (H

) +

8' min. 5' max.

10' min.

8' max.

12' min.

11' max.

14' min.

14' max.

16' min.

17' max.

90° Elbow

Note:

Install restrictor ring into inner pipe section prior to attaching vent termination cap.

18' min.

20' max.

40' max.

20' max.

90° Elbow

Note:

Install restrictor ring into inner pipe section prior to attaching vent termination cap.

Venting with Two 90° Elbows

Vertical (V)

Horizontal H

8' min.

6' max.

9' min. 8' max. 10' min. 10' max. 12' min. 14' max. 14' min. 18' max.

40' max. 20' max.

90° Elbow

Note: Vertical (V1) + Vertical (V2) = 40' max.

Venting with Two 90° Elbows

Vertical (V

)

Horizontal (H)

8' min. 9' max. 9' min.

11' max.

10' min.

13' max.

12' min.

17' max.

14' min.

20' max.

Note:

Install restrictor ring into inner pipe section prior to attaching vent termination cap.

Max. Horizontal Above 14' Vertical = 20'

INSTRUCTIONS

Continued

Vertical Termination Conﬁgurations

Figures 28 through 31 show four different conﬁgurations for verti- cal termination.

VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Installation for Vertical Termination (Cont.)

Figure 28 - Vertical Venting Conﬁguration using Three 90° Elbows (Model (V)CD36T with Vertical Round High Wind Termination)

Figure 29 - Vertical Venting Conﬁguration Using Two 90° Elbows (Model (V)CD36T with Vertical Round High Wind Termination)

Figure 30 - Vertical Venting Conﬁguration Using Two 90° Elbows (Model (V)CD36T with Vertical Round High Wind Termination)

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Vertical Venting

V = 40' max.

Note:

Install restrictor ring into inner pipe section prior to attaching vent termination cap.

Installation for Vertical Terminations Cont.) Parts Lists for Venting Kits Components

VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Continued

Figure 31 - Vertical Venting Conﬁguration with No Horizontal Run (Model (V)CD36T with Vertical Round High Wind Termi

nation)

PARTS LISTS FOR VENTING KITS AND COMPONENTS

DESA (5/8”) Pipe & Vent Kits

Number Description

P58-6 6” Section Double Wall Pipe Galvanized P58-12 12” Section Double Wall Pipe, Galvanized P58-24 24” Section Double Wall Pipe, Galvanized P58-36 36” Section Double Wall Pipe, Galvanized P58-48 48” Section Double Wall Pipe, Galvanized PA58-712 Adjustable 7”-12” Section Double Wall Pipe, Galva nized FPA58-6 6” Duravent Collar to FMI Pipe Adaptor (6” Collar/ Pipe Section) DPA58-6 6” FMI Collar to Pipe Duravent Adaptor (6” Collar/ Pipe Section) E58-45 45° Elbow, Galvanized E58-90 90° Elbow Galvanized FSE58-45 45° Starter Elbow, Galvanized (Duravent Collar to FMI Pipe) DSE58-45 45° Starter Elbow, Galvanized (FMI Collar to Dura vent Pipe) VKG-58 Ground Floor Vent Kit VKB-58 Basement Vent Kit VKC-58 Corner Vent Kit VKS-58 Snorkeo Vent Kit VKC-58 Corner Vent Kit HTK Horizontal Round Termination Kit HT-58 Horizontal Round Termination, Galvanized HTKS-58 Horizontal Square Termination, Galvanized VT-58 Vertical Round Termination, Galvanized ST-58-14 14” Snorkel Termination, Galvanized ST-58-36 36” Snorkel Termination, Galvanized SC-58 Storm Collar, Galvanized WF-58 Wall Firestop, Galvanized RF-58-6 Roof Flashing - 0 to 6/12 Pitch, Galvanized RF-58-12 Roof Flashing - 6/12 to 12/12 Pitch, Galvanized VR-58 Vertical Restrictor, Galvanized WS-58 Wall Strap CS-58 Cathedral Ceiling Support FP-58 Firestop Plate SF-58 Stucco Flashing - For use with HTS-5

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ELECTRICAL SUPPLY CONNECTION

J-BOX WITH

RECEPTACLE

J-BOX

COVER w/

STRAIN RELIEF

J-BOX COVER

SCREW - TAB RETAINER

J-BOX

COVER w/

STRAIN RELIEF

ROMEX CABLE

Magnetic Strips

Exhaust Port

Screw

Green Ground

Wire

Spade Terminals

Side View

Lower

Firebox

Cavity

Blower Location

ELECTRICAL SUPPLY CONNECTION

OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION

Models BK and BKT

A pre-wired junction box receptacle with strain relief is provided on the right side of the cabinet for hard wiring the unit to a 15 Amp, 120VAC, 60Hz grounded branch circuit. If the installation demands that the electrical supply be connected from the left side, the entire receptacle box can be relocated to the left side by following these instructions:

Note:

electric supply follow steps 8 through 11 only:

1. Remove the 2 screws and outer cover with strain relief bushing on the right side of the cabinet (see Figure 32).

2. Remove inner retaining screw on the junction box mounting tab.

3. Slide the junction box up until the screw mounting tab is lined up to the notch in the outer cabinet.

4. Swing the junction box out and slip the retaining ﬂange out through the slot in the outer cabinet.

5. Remove the two screws and outer cover on the left side of the outer cabinet.

6. Reinsert the junction box retaining ﬂange through the slot now on the left side and swing the screw mounting tab back through the notch as before.

7. Slide the junction box down till the mounting tab holes line up and replace the inner retaining screw.

8. With the junction box cover removed, pull the end of 3-wire Romex supply line through the universal strain relief bushing on the cover. (see Figure 32).

9. Strip back the outer Romex to about 4” and connect the black, white and green wires accordingly using 3 wire nut connectors.

10. Tuck the tailing wires into the junction box and replace the junction box cover using the 2 remaining screws.

11. Tighten down the strain adjustment on the universal bushing until the Romex sheathing is secured.

The electrical connection is now complete.

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CAUTION:

Disconnect the electrical power to the supply circuit before attempting to connect or service this appliance.

WARNING:

This appliance, when installed must be electrically grounded in accordance with local code or in the absence of local code, with the current National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electric Code, CSA C22.1.

If you do not need to relocate the junction box, to connect the

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Figure 32 -

Relocating Junction Box Receptacle and

Electrical Supply Connection

OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION

NOTICE: If installing the blower in an existing ﬁreplace with gas connections, shut off the gas supply to the ﬁreplace before attempting to service this appliance. If it is necessary to disconnect the gas supply, contact a qualiﬁed service person to do this.

Model BK Installation

Follow all instructions provided in the blower accessory kit:

1. Attach the power cord to the blower motor by ﬁrmly pushing the two female terminals at the end of the power cord onto the two spade terminals on the blower motor (see Figure 33).

2. Attach green ground wire from power cord to blower housing using screw provided (see Figure 33). Tighten screws securely

3. Place the blower against the lower rear wall of the ﬁrebox outer wrapper with the exhaust port directed upward. The blower will ﬁt inside the back opening and be held in position against the back wall by the magnets (see Figure 33).

Figure 33 -

Blower Model BK

OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION (Cont.)

Speed Control

Control Shaft

Locknut

Control Knob

Switch Bracket

Blower Plug-In

Duplex Outlet (Located

underneath firebox floor against lower right outside wall)

Wiring Diagram Decal 6" in Front of Blower

Speed Control

Control Shaft

Locknut

Control Knob

Blower Plug-in

Duplex Outlet

Ignition Module Bracket

Models BK and BKT

OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION

Continued

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

5. Mount speed control box by placing the plastic control shaft through the opening in switch bracket (see Figure 34) or the igniton module bracket (see Figure 35).

6. While supporting speed control, secure control shaft with lock nut by pushing and turning lock nut with pliers clockwise until it is tight against front panel. Place control knob provided on shaft.

7. Turn on power to dulex outlet if previously turned off per the warning in column 1, page 17.

8. Plug in blower power cord.

a. If your ﬁrebox 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. Route power cord through exit hole and plug the power cord into a wall receptacle near the ﬁrebox.

b. If your ﬁrebox installation is recessed and/or pre-wired, plug the power cord into the duplex outlet provided. Refer to Electrical Supply Connection, page 17 for instructions on wiring the duplex box.

Figure 35 (Electronic Models (VCD36RE and VCD36TE)

Attaching Speed Control to Fireplace

CAUTION: Never touch the blower wheel while in

Operation.

9. 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 turning knob fully counterclockwise before continuing.

10. Peel off the backing paper and stick the supplied wiring dia gram decal on the ﬁrebox bottom approximately 6” in front of the blower (see Figure 36).

Figure 34 (Millivolt Models (VCD36R and VCD36T)

Attaching Speed Control to Fireplace

Figure 36 -

Model BKT Installation

Note:

When installing the BKT thermostatically-controlled blower, you must ﬁrst secure the thermal switch bracket to the blower. If it has not already been factory installed.

Follow all instructions provided in the blower accessory kit:

1. Place the green ground wire with ring terminal between the bottom hole on the thermal switch bracket and the top ear hole on the blower assembly. Insert the phillips screw into all three pieces and tighten securely (see Figure 37, page 19).

2. Connect wire harness and power cord terminals. Connect the blue jumper wire to the blower motor terminal and the right side terminal of the thermal switch. Connect the black wire to the left side of the thermal switch and the white wire to the other remaining blower motor terminal.

Note:

The power cord outer insulation sleeve may have to be stripped slightly to allow enough wire length to reach and make all connections. DO NOT trim excessive length away. Just enable enough to make all connections securely.

3. Place the blower against the lower rear wall of the ﬁrebox outer wrapper with the exhaust port directed upward and the thermodisc poaitioned up near the ﬁreplace bottom. The thermodisc must be oriented near the ﬁreplace bottom as shown in Figure 37, page

19, in order to sense temperature and properly operate. The blower will be held in position against the back wall by the magnets incorporated onto the blower housing (see Figure 37, page 19).

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Thermodisc

Air Flow Direction

Route BKT Blower

Through

This

Area

Magnets

Blower Location

Side View Firebox Bottom

Black Wire

Phillips Screw

Blue Wire

Ring

Terminal

on Green Wire

White Wire

Thermal

Switch

Thermal Switch Bracket

Power Cord

Air Flow Direction

Magnetic Strips

OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION

Variable

Fan Switch

(N.O.)

Off

Black

Green

White

110/115

V.A.C.

Blower

Motor

Black

Blue

MILLIVOLT WIRING SCHEME

SUPPLY

INCOMING MAIN GAS

PILOT SAFETY VALVE

T O

TO PILOT SAFETY

THERMO-

BURNER

PILOT

THERMOPILE

EXTERNAL WIRING USE ONLY CLASS 2

THERMOSTAT WIRE 18 GA. RED/WHITE

WALL SWITCH

TH TP TH/TP

WHITE

EQUIVALENT OR HIGHER RATING

REPLACE FACTORY WIRING WITH 105°C

RED

TO 120V

CONNECT

DO NOT

COUPLE

VALVE

EV2

EV1

Pilot Burner

IGNITOR LEAD

ORANGE

RED

BLACK

BLUE

GREEN

RED

BLUE

WHITE

BLACK

TRANSFORMER

GROUND

24 VAC

120 VAC

MODEL IS1070B

SYNETEK CONTROLS INC

GAS VALVE

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OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION (Cont.)

Models BK and BKT)

WiIRING DIAGRAMS

Blower Wiring Diagram

Millivolt Ignition Wiring Diagram

Electronic Ignition Wiring Diagram

4. Be certain that all wire terminals are securely attached to ter minals on blower motor and thermal switch, and that the screw for the thermodisc bracket and green ground wire is tight.

5. Mount the speed control box by placing the plastic control shaft through the opening in switch bracket (see Figure 34, page 18) or the ignition module bracket (see Figure 35, page 18)

6. While supporting speed control, secure control shaft with lock nut by pushing and turning lock nut with pliers clockwise un til it is tight against mounting plate. Place control knob pro vided on shaft (see Figure 34 or 35, page 18).

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. Also double check all wire leads and make sure wire rout ing is not pinched or in a precarious position. Correct accordingly.

8. Turn on power to duplex outlet if previously turned off per the warning in column 1, page 17.

9. Plug in blower power cord to duplex outlet.

10. The blower will only run when the speed control knob is in the ON position and the thermal switch senses temperature after the ﬁreplace begins to heat up. The blower speed can be adjusted by rotating the control knob. To turn off, turn knob fully counter clockwise until it clicks off. If the blower is ON and has been running with the ﬁreplace operating, the blower will continue to run for a short time after the ﬁreplace has been turned off. As the thermal switch cools down, the blower shuts down automatically.

11. Peel off the backing paper and stick the supplied wiring dia gram decal on the ﬁrebox bottom approximately 6” in front of the blower (see Figure 36, page 18).

WIRING DIAGRAMS

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

Figure 38 - Blower Wiring Diagram for Thermostatic-Controlled Models

Figure 37 -

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Figure 39 -

Figure 40 -

Millivolt Ignition Wiring Diagram

Electronic Ignition Wiring Diagram

INSTALLING OPTIONAL CONTROLS

To Optional Remote Receiver or a Wall Switch Accessory

RECEIVER

REMOTE

TOWARDS FRONT

PLASTIC

CLIPS

MOUNTING

REMOTE ON OFF

Battery Housing

9-Volt Alkaline

Battery

Terminal Wires

Battery Cover

GHRCB Remote Control

Battery Cover

GHRCTB Remote Control

9-Volt

Alkaline

Battery

9-Volt Alkaline Battery

Receiver

Terminal Wires

Battery

Clip

Installing Optional Wall Mount Switch - GWMS2 Installing Optional Wireless Hand-Held Remote Control - GHRC and GHRCT Series

INSTALLING OPTIONAL CONTROLS

INSTALLING OPTIONAL WALL MOUNT SWITCH - GWMS2

1. Connect one terminal of 15 ft. wire from the wall switch to the TPTH terminal on the valve. Connect remaing wire terminal to the TH terminal on the valve. Make sure that the wire termi nals are in the positions on the unit as pictured in Figure 41. If wires are not connected as shown the switch will not work.

2. Route the 15 ft. wire through hole openings with bushings provided on either side of the ﬁreplace cabinet.

3. Connect one bare wire end to each of the terminals of the GWMS2 wall switch.

4. Install the wall switch and cover in the wall.

IMPORTANT:

the GWMS2 wall switch kit. Do not exceed 15 ft. of distance from the valve connection. Using wire of higher gage or turns or exceeding the minimum distance will increase resistance at the control valve causing unreliable performance of the ﬁreplace controls.

Do not use any other wire than that provided with

Installing 9-Volt Alkaline Battery in Hand-Held Remote Control Unit

1. Remove battery cover on back of remote control unit.

2. Attach terminal wires to a 9-volt alkaline battery (not included). Place battery into the battery housing. (see Figure 44).

3. Replace battery cover onto remote control unit..

Figure 42 -

Attaching Alkaline Battery to Receiver

Figure 41 the Gas Control Valve

Connecting Remote Receiver or Wall Switch to

INSTALLING OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND-HELD REMOTE CONTROL - GHRC AND GHRCT SERIES

Installing Remote Receiver

1. Open bottom louver and locate the switch bracket on the right

2. Locate the battery clip mounted on the back of the receiver. Slide a 9-volt alkaline battery (not included) through the clip

3. Attach the terminal wires to the battery. (see Figure 42).

4. Connect wires from receiver to TH and TPTH to control valve (see Figure 41).

5. Locate the two plastic mounting clips provided with the kit.

6. Use the clips to mount the receiver on remote mounting bracket. as shown in Figure 43.

Figure 43 -

Figure 44 (GHRCTB Series)

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Propane/LP Supply

Tank

External Regulator

Vent Pointing Down

Fireplace Receptacle

Remote Control Receiver

Ignition Module Plug

Extension Cord

INSTALLING OPTIONAL CONTROLS

Battery Cover

12 Volt Battery

Back of Handset

Pull to Remove Insulation Tab

Continued

INSTALLATING OPTIONAL CONTROLS (Cont.)

Installing Optional Wireless Remote Control - Model WRC

HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION

GAS SUPPLY AND PIPING

Check Gas Type

Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace

INSTALLING OPTIONAL WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL - MODEL WRC (Electronic Ignition)

Installing and Activating the Remote Receiver

1. Open bottom louver and locate the plug receptacle. The plug receptacle is located either on the right or left side of cabinet.

2. The WRC model receiver does not require a battery. The re ceiver can be installed by ﬁrst plugging the short extension cord into the ﬁreplace receptacle. Then plug the receiver unit into the extension cord. Finally plug the ignition module plug into the receiver unit (see Figure 45).

3. Activate the remote handset battery by removing the insulat ing tab on the back of the handset (see Figure 46). The battery is included pre-installed.

4. Once the battery is activated the unit is ready to use.

5. Replace the bottom louver panel.

When installing this ﬁreplace in the USA at an elevation above 2000 feet (610 m), you may need to decrease the input rating by changing the existing burner oriﬁce to a smaller size. Reduce input 4% for each 1000 feet (305 m) above sea level. Check with your local gas company for proper derate procedure and oriﬁce size.

When installing this ﬁreplace in Canada at an elevation above 4500 feet (1372 m), Check with local or provincial code authorities.

Consult your local gas company to help determine the proper oriﬁce for your location.

For assistance with any high altitude installation contact DESA’s Customer Service Department at 1-866-672-6040.

GAS SUPPLY AND PIPING

CHECK GAS TYPE

Use proper gas type for the ﬁreplace unit you are installing. If your gas supply is not correct, do not install ﬁreplace. See retailer where you purchased the ﬁreplace for proper ﬁreplace according to your gas type or to purchase gas conversion kit (see Accessories, page 43).

INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE

Figure 45 -

Figure 46 -

HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION

Your DESA direct-vent ﬁreplace has been tested and approved in the USA for elevations from 0-2000 feet (610 m) and in Canada at elevations from 0-4500 feet (1372 m).

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Connecting WRC Remote Control Electronic

Installing Battery into Back of Handset

WARNING:

nect ﬁreplace to gas supply. Follow all local codes.

CAUTION: ﬁreplace directly to the propane/LP supply. This heater requires an external regulator (not supplied). Install the external regulator between the ﬁreplace and propane/LP supply.

Figure 47 pane/LP Only)

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A qualiﬁed service person must con-

For propane/LP units, never connect

External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down (Pro-

GAS SUPPLY AND PIPING (Cont)

CSA Design-Certified Equipment Shutoff Valve with 1/8" NPT Tap*

3" Minimum

Approved

Flexible

Gas

Line

Cap Pipe Nipple Tee Joint

Sediment Trap/Drip Leg

Natural - From Gas Meter (5.5" W.C. to 10.5" W.C. Pressure)

Propane/LP

From

External

Regulator

(11" W.C. to 14" W.C. Pressure)

Flexible Gas Line Do NOT Kink

Equipment Shutoff

Valve

To Gas Supply (Natural)

External Regulator (Propane/LP)

1/2” Flare Fitting

Control Valve

Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace (Cont.) Connecting Fireplace to Gas Supply

GAS SUPPLY AND PIPING

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INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE (Cont.)

Installation Items Needed

Before installing ﬁreplace, make sure you have the items listed below:

• external regulator (when Propane/LP gas is supplied)

• piping (check local codes)

• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)

• equipment shutoff valve *

• test gauge connection *

• sediment trap

• tee joint

• pipe wrench

• approved ﬂexible gas line with gas connector (if allowed by local codes)

* A CSA design-certiﬁed equipment shutoff valve with 1/8” NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection. Purchase the CSA design-certiﬁed equipment shutoff valve fromyour retailer.

For propane/LP connection only, the installer must supply an external regulator. You must reduce incoming gas pressure to between 11 and 14 inches of water column. If you do not reduce incoming gas pressure, ﬁreplace regulator damage could occur. Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 47, page 21.

Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet.

CAUTION: Internally-tinned copper tubing may be used in certain areas. Check your local codes. Use pipe of 1/2” inside diameter or greater to allow proper gas volume to ﬁreplace. If pipe is too small, undue loss of volume will occur.

Use only new, black iron or steel pipe.

CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY

Figure 48 -

Installation Items Needed

• 3/4” and a 7/8” open end wrench or adjustable wrench

• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not provided)

1. Remove lower louver door panel by lifting up unit disengaged and swing forward and out of the locating slots at the bottom.

2. Route ﬂexible gas line (provided by installer) from equipment shutoff valve to ﬁreplace. Route ﬂexible gas supply line through one of the access holes on each side of the ﬁreplace cabinet.

3. Attach ﬂexible gas line from gas supply to the 1/2” ﬂare ﬁtting provided on the control valve (see Figure 49).

4. Check all gas connections for leaks. See Checking Gas Con- nections.

Gas Connection

Installation must include an equipment shutoff valve, union and plugged 1/8” NPT tap. Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up. NPT tap must be upstream from ﬁreplace (see Figure 48).

IMPORTANT:

an accessible lcation. The main gas valve is for turning on or shutting off the gas to the appliance.

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

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

WARNING: to liquid petroleum (LP) gas.

Install main gas valve (equipment shutoff valve) in

Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant

Figure 49 -

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GAS SUIPPLY AND PIPING (Cont.)

Open

Closed

Equipment Shutoff Valve

Propane/LP Supply

Tank

Gas Valve

Equipment Shutoff Valve

Gas Meter

Gas

Valve

Equipment Shutoff Valve

Checking Gas Connections

GAS SUPPLY AND PIPING

Continued

CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS

WARNING: internal and external to unit, for leaks after installing. or servicing. Correct all leaks at once.

WARNING: leak. Apply noncorrosive leak detection ﬂuid to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct all leaks at once.

Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System

Test Pressures In Excess of 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa)

1. Disconnect ﬁreplace and its individual equipment shutoff valve from the gas supply piping system. Pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa) will damage ﬁreplace gas regulator.

2. Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve was connected.

3. Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane/LP supply tank valve for propane/LP gas ﬁreplace or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas ﬁre place, or by using compressed air.

4. Check all joints of gas supply piping sytem. Apply noncorro sive leak detection ﬂuid to all joints at once.

5. Reconnect ﬁreplace and equipment shutoff valve to gas supply Check reconnected ﬁttings for leaks.

Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa)

Test all gas piping and connections,

Never use an open ﬂame to check for a

Figure 51 -

Checking Gas Joints for Propane/LP Gas Fireplace

1. Close equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 50).

2. Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane/LP supply tank valve for propane/LP gas ﬁreplace or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas ﬁre place, or by using compressed air.

4. equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 51 for propane/LP or Figure 52 for natural gas). Apply noncorrosive leak detection ﬂuid to all

joints. Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct all leaks at once.

Figure 50 -

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Check all joints from propane/LP supply tank or gas meter to

Equipment Shutoff Valve

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Figure 52 -

Checking Gas Joints for Natural Gas Fireplace

Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections

1. Open equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 50).

2. Open propane/LP supply tank valve for propane/LP ﬁreplace or main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas ﬁreplace.

3. Check all joints from equipment shutoff valve to gas valve (see Figure 51 for propane/LP or Figure 52 for natural gas, Apply noncorrosive leak detection ﬂuid to all joints. Bubbles formed show a leak. Correct all leaks at once.

5. Light ﬁreplace (see Operating Fireplace, page 25 or 27 depend- ing on ignition system). Check all other internal joints for leaks.

5. Turn off ﬁreplace (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 26 or page 27 depending on ignition system).

HEARTH ACCESS AND ASSEMBLY

Door

3. Pull Out Panel

Lower Louver Access Panel

2. Swing Out Panel

1. Lift Up Panel

Hanger

Bracket

Door

3. Pull Out Panel Tabs

2. Swing Out Brackets

1. Lift Up Panel

Hanger

Bracket

Top Louver

Trim Panel

Panel Tabs

Door Panel

Lock

Unlock

Door

Frame Tab

Latch

2. Swing Out Panel

3. Lift Out Door Tabs

1. Unlock Door Latches

Removing Lower Louver Access Panel Removing Top Louver Trim Panel Removing/Replacing Glass Door

HEARTH ACCESS AND ASSEMBLY

Removing Lower Louver Access Panel

1. Grasp the lower louver panel and pull up until the hanger brackets release from the door pins (see Figure 53).

2. Swing the louver panel out until it clears the ﬁreplace opening.

3. Pull the entire panel out until the bottom tabs are free of the slot openings in the lower face frame.

Figure 53 -

Removing Lower Louver Access Panel

Removing Top Louver Trim Panel

1. Grasp the two hanger brackets at the bottom and pull up until the hanger brackets release from the door pins. (see Figure 54).

2. Swing out the bracket ends until the upper panel tabs can be angled out of the slot openings in the upper face frame.

3. Pull the entire louver trim panel out of the face frame.

WARNING:

If ﬁreplace has been running, turn off

and let cool before accessing or servicing the unit.

WARNING:

Handle glass door panel with care. Do not strike, slam, or otherwise abuse glass. Do not operate ﬁreplace with glass door removed, cracked, or broken.

Removing/Replacing Glass Door

If replacement of glass is necessary, the entire assembly, glass and frame, must be replaced. Ifglass is broken, wear gloves and tape the remaining fragments onto the frame.

1. Remove the lower louver panel (see Removing Lower Louver Access Panel, Figure 53).

2. Remove the top louver trim panel (see Removing Top Louver Trim Panel, Figure 54).

3. Hold the glass frame with one hand and with the other hand unlock the two door latches found on top of the ﬁrebox to release tension on the door frame (see detail Figure 55).

4. Unhook the locking clasp from the tabs on the door frame and with both hands swing the door panel out while pivoting the lower frame on the lower retaining bracket.

5. Lift the lower frame tabs out from the positioning slots found on the lower frame retaining bracket (see detail Figure 55).

6. Remount the new frame in reverse order by placing the posi tioning tabs on the glass frame into the slots in the retaining bracket then swinging the door into the sealed position and locking the two latches in place.

7. Replace the top louver panel and then the lower louver panel.

Figure 54 -

Removing Top Louver Trim Panel

Figure 55 -

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HEARTH ACCESS AND ASSEMBLY

BURNER

PAN

REAR PANEL

REAR LOG

STAND

LOG

MOUNTS

REAR

LOG

TOP RIGHT LOG

TOP LEFT LOG

EMBER

MATERIAL

EMBER

TRAY

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HEARTH ACCESS AND ASSEMBLY (Cont.)

Installing Logs and Glowing Embers

OPERATING FIREPLACE - Manual Ignition System

For Your Safety Read Before Lighting

INSTALLING LOGS AND GLOWING EMBERS

A 4 piece ceramic log set comes packed inside the unit ﬁrebox. Removal of glass door is necessary to unpack and assemble the logs and add hearth treatments. Follow steps under Removing/Replacing Glass Door, page 24 to access the logs and burner.

Assemble the logs and add burner treatments as follows:

1. Position the base log onto burner log mounts. (see Figure 56).

Note:

The cut out on the bottom should ﬁt over the mounts

and the base log should be positioned against the rear panel

2. Position the holes on the bottom of the rear log over the pins on the base log Figure 53).

3. Position the top left log and top right log onto the rear log and base log as shown in (see Figure 54).

WARNING:

The glass door must be securely in place before running this ﬁreplace. Do not run this ﬁreplace if glass is missing or broken.

4. Open the bag of ember materials.

5. Break apart about quarter sized pieces and place about a single layer along the full length of the ember tray to hide the bottom edge of the base log. (see Figure 57).

6. Replace the glass door and louver panels. See Removing/ Replacing Glass Door, page 24.

Figure 56 -

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Installing Logs

Figure 57 -

OPERATING FIREPLACE

Manual Ignition System

WARNING: 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 ﬂoorbecause 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.

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FOR YOUR SAFETY READ

BEFORE LIGHTING

If you do not follow these instructions

OPERATING FIREPLACE - Manual Ignition System

Piezo Ignitor

Gas

Control

Knob

Variable Control Knob

For Your Safety Read Before Lighting (cont.) Lighting Instructions To Turn Off Gas To Appliance Manual Lighting Procedure Operating Hand-Held Remote Operation

OPERATING FIREPLACE

Manual Ignition System (Continued)

•

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. Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or turn by hand, don’t try to repair it, call a qualiﬁed service technician. 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 techni cian to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.

LIGHTING

INSTRUCTIONS

1. STOP! Read the safety information above.

2. Open lower louver panel.

3. Turn off all electric power to the ﬁreplace.

Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise

to “OFF”.

5. Wait ﬁve (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for. gas, including near the ﬂoor. If you smell gas, STOP! Fol low “B” in the safety information above. If you don’t smell gas go to the next step.

6. The pilot is located by the main burner and should not re quire accessing for lighting.

Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to “PILOT”.

8. Push in gas control knob all the way and hold. Immedi ately light the pilot by repeatedly depressing the piezo spark ignitor until a ﬂame appears. Continue to hold for about one (1) minute after the pilot is lit. Release gas control knob and it will pop back. Pilot should remain lit. If it goes out, repeat steps 5 through 8.

• If gas control knob does not pop up when released, stop and immediately call your service technician or gas suppier.

• If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn the

gas control knob to “OFF” and call your service techni cian or gas supplier.

9. Turn on all electric power to ﬁreplace.

10. Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to “ON”.

11. This valve is equipped with a HI/LO feature. Set ﬁreplace

input as desired.

12. Close lower louver panel.

TO TURN OFF GAS

TO APPLIANCE

1. Open lower louver panel.

2. Set the wall switch to the OFF position or the GHRC selector switch (when equipped) to prevent draining the battery.

3. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed.

Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise

to “OFF”.

5. Close lower louver panel.

Shutting Off Berners Only (pilot stays lit)

You may shut off the burners and keep the pilot lit by doing one of the following:

Turn gas control knob clockwise to the PILOT position.

2. Set the wall switch to the OFF position or the GHRC selector switch (when equipped) to prevent draining the battery.

MANUAL LIGHTING

PROCEDURE

1. Remove glass door (see Removing/Replaceing Glass Door, page 24).

2. Follow steps 1 through 8 under Lighting Instructions.

3. Depress gas control knob and light pilot with match.

Keep gas control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after light ing pilot. After 30 seconds, release gas control knob. Fol low steps 10 through 14 under Lighting Instructions.

5. Replace glass door (see Removing/Replacing Glass Door, page 24).

OPTIONAL HAND-HELD

REMOTE OPERATION

Note:

All remote control accessories must be purchased separately (see Accessories, page 43). Follow instructions included with the remote control.

NOTICE: You must light the pilot before using the handheld remote control unit. See

Lighting Instructions

Figure 58 - Control Valve Millivolt

After lighting, let pilot ﬂame burn for about one minute. Turn control knob to ON position. Adjust ﬂame adjustment knob anywhere between HI and LO. Slide the selector switch to the REMOTE position (see Figure 61, page 28). may light if hand-held remote was on when selector switch was last turned off. You can now turn the burner on and off with the hand-held remote control unit.

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The burner

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OPERATING FIREPLACE

Equipment Shutoff Valve

OFF

Adjustment Screw

Pilot Burner

Ignitor

Sensor Rod

Electronic Ignition System

OPERATING FIREPLACE - Electronic Ignition System

For Your Safety Read Before Lighting

Lighting Instructions

To Turn Off Gas To Appliance

Optional Wireless Remote Operation

FOR YOUR SAFETY READ

BEFORE LIGHTING

WARNING: exactly, a ﬁre or explosion may result causing property, damage, personal injury or loss of life.

A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light the pilot by hand.

B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the ﬂoorbecause 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. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualiﬁed service techni cian to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.

If you do not follow these instructions

LIGHTING

INSTRUCTIONS

NOTICE: During initial operation of a new heater, the burning of residues from the manufacturing process of the ﬁrebox and logs will produce a paper-burning smell and orange ﬂames. Open a window for the ﬁrst few hours of operation to adequately vent this smell.

Figure 59 -

Turning Equipment Shutoff Valve to the OFF Position

TO TURN OFF GAS

TO APPLIANCE

1. Turn off the wall switch.

2. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed.

3. Open lower louver panel.

4. Turn equipment shutoff valve clockwise to OFF. Do not force.

5. Close lower louver panel.

1. STOP! Read the safety information above.

2. Turn off all electrical power to the ﬁreplace.

3. Turn wall switch to the OFF position.

4. Open lower louver panel.

5. position (see Figure ##). Do not force.

6. Wait ﬁve (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for. gas, including near the ﬂoor. If you smell gas, STOP! Fol low “B” in the safety information above. If you don’t smell gas go to the next step.

7. Turn equipment shutoff valve counterclockwise to. the ON position. Do not force.

8. Close lower louver panel.

9. Turn on all electric power to the ﬁreplace.

10. Turn the wall switch to the ON position.

11. the main burner should ignite once ﬂame appears at pilot.

• may take several attemps before the supply gas can reach

• If the appliance will not stay lit after several attempts, follow the instructions To Turn Off Gas To Appliance, be-

low, and call your service technician or gas supplier.

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Turn equipment shutoff valve clockwise to the OFF

Visually locate the pilot. The ignitor should begin to spark and

If lighting the appliance for the ﬁrst time each season, it

the pilot and main burner.

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Figure 60 -

Pilot

OPTIONAL WIRELESS

REMOTE OPERATION

Note:

The WRC receiver and hand-held remote control kit must be purchased separately (see Accessories, page 43). Follow installation instructions included with the remote control.

1. Turn equipment shutoff valve to ON position. You can now turn the burner on and off with the hand-held remote unit.

IMPORTANT:

hand-held remote control unit for up to 3 seconds to assure proper operation.

2. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the burner on and off.

Be sure to press the ON/OFF buttons on the

FFO

E TO

M ER

OFF

Blower Control Knob (Optional Accessory)

Variable Control Knob

Selector

Switch

Remote

Position

Gas

Control Knob

in ON Position

Control Button Turns

Burners

On and Off

Digital Display Shows Temperature and Settings

Turns Burners On or Off

Decreases Room Temperature in AUTO Mode

Turns Hand-Held Remote On or Off and Allows You to Choose the Manual Setting

Selects Auto Setting

Increases Room Temperature in AUTO Mode

Locks System to Prevent Accidental Ignition

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Optional Hand-Held Remote Operation (Cont.)

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IMPORTANT:

Do not leave the selector switch in the REMOTE

Continued

or ON position when the pilot is not lit. This will drain the battery.

Figure 61 -

Setting the Selector Switch, Gas Control Knob, and

Variable Control Knob for Remote Operation

ON/OFF SERIES MODEL GHRCB

Hold the control button on the hand-held remote until burner turns on. Hold the control button again until burner turns off (see Figure 62).

TO LOCK press both buttons on hand-held remote control until light stops ﬂashing, Hand-held remote control is now locked. If the ﬁre is on it will be turned off automaticalle. In the locked state, the light will not light up when any button is pressed.

TO UNLOCK press both buttons together on hand-held remote control until the light stops ﬂasing, The hand-held remote is now unlocked.

Auto (Thermostat) Mode

1. Press the POWER and LOCK buttons together to turn on the hand-held remote control.

2. Press the AUTO button to select this mode.

3. Setthe desired room temperature by pressing the TEMP + or - buttons.

4. Press the POWER and LOCK buttons together to turn off the ﬁreplace.

NOTE:

Do not leave the hand-held remote in the AUTO mode close to the ﬁreplace. The radiant heat from the ﬁreplace will turn off the ﬁreplace. Ideally, place the hand-held remote in the center of the room facing towards the ﬁreplace.

Figure 63 -

NOTE:

Thermostat Hand Held Remote Control Unit GHRCTB

Do not hold the hand-held remote for a log time. Body temperature will affect its operation in the AUTO mode.

Safety Features

When away from the home for an extended period of time or as a child safety feature to prevent accidental ignition of the ﬁreplace, the receiver ON/OFF/REMOTE switch should be in the OFF position.

Figure 62 -

THERMOSTAT SERIES MODEL GHRCTB

The hand-held remote can be operated using either the manual mode (MANU) or thermostat mode (AUTO) (see Figure 63). To select Fahrenheit/Centigrade mode display, carefully press the °C/°F mode button with the end of a paper clip or similar blunt object.

Manual Mode

1. Press the POWER and LOCK buttons together to turn on the hand-held remote control.

2. Press the MANU button to turn on the ﬁreplace.

3. Press the POWER and LOCK buttons together to turn off the ﬁreplace.

On/Off Hand Held Remote Control Unit GHRCB

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Auto Shutoff Feature

1. If the average room temperature exceeds 82 degrees Fahr enheit (28 degrees Centigrade), the hand-held remote con trol will perform a safety override, and shut the ﬁreplace off. This feature is not available in the MANU mode.

2. The receiver continuously receives signals from the hand held remote to control the room temperature. If the hand held remote is misplaced, obstructed. or for any reason cannot transmit to the receiver, the receiver will shut off the ﬁreplace after 8 minutes.

Key Pad Lock Feature

This feature allows the user to lock/unlock the keypad on the handheld remote in the MANU or AUTO mode to prevent inadvertent operation (i.e. children operating the hand-held remote control, etc.). The keypad is locked in either on or off, Press the POWER and LOCK buttons together to turn the unit on or off.

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OPERATING FIREPLACE

1/8"

Pilot

Burner

3/8" to 1/2"

Thermopile

Thermocouple

Piezo Ignitor

Pilot Burner

Ignitor

Sensor Rod

1/4"

Operating Optional GWMT1 Wall Mounted Thermostat

Operating Optional Blower Accessory

INSPECTING BURNERS

Pilot Assembly

Burner Flame Pattern

OPERATING FIREPLACE

Continued

OPERATING OPTIONAL GWMT1

WALL MOUNTED THERMOSTAT

WARNING: Do not connect the thermostat to a

120 VAC power source. Damage or injury may occur.

Light the ﬁreplace as instructed in Lighting Instructions on page 26. Set wall thermostat to desired temperature.

This thermostat has been electronically calibrated at the factory and requires no adjustment or leveling.

Upon installation, the thermostat must be allowed to stabilize at room temperature for a minimum of 30 minutes for proper operation.

To turn the ﬁreplace off, adjust thermostat to the lowest setting and turn the gas control knob back to PILOT. The pilot will remain lit.

IMPORTANT:

on the heater to the OFF position.

To turn the pilot off, turn the gas control knob

OPERATING OPTIONAL

BLOWER ACCESSORY

The position and pattern of the pilot ﬂames in relation to the sensing devices should be as shown in Figures 64 and 65 respectively.

The pilot ﬂame may need adjustment in order for the thermocouple, thermopile and/or the ignition system to sense the pilot ﬂame.

If your pilot assembly does not meet these requirements:

• turn ﬁreplace off (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 26 or 27)

• see sections under Troubleshooting, pages 31 through 35

Figure 64 -

Pilot Assembly (Millivolt System)

Blower control is located on the ignitor bracket to the right of the gas control behind the lower louver panel.

The BK manual blower and the BKT thermostatically controlled blower have a control knob to turn on the blower and adjust the fan speed. Rotating the knob approximately 1/4 turn will switch the blower ON in the high position. Turning the knob further will reduce the blower speed to the lowest position. To turn the blower off, rotate the knob back until it clicks off.

Note for BKT Only:

will not turn on until the ﬁreplace has been burning for several minutes and is sufﬁceintly heating. The blower control works independent of the gas control, wall mounted switch or remote control s. For the BKT blower to operate automatically the speed control knob must be left in the on position prior to turning on the ﬁreplace either manually or remotely.

The blower helps distribute heated air from the ﬁreplace. Periodically check the louver of the ﬁreplace and remove any dust, dirt or other obstructions that will hinder the ﬂow of air.

INSPECTING BURNERS

Check pilot ﬂame pattern and burner ﬂame patterns often.

PILOT ASSEMBLY

The pilot assembly is factory preset for the proper ﬂame height Alterations may have occurred during shipping and handling. Call a qualiﬁed service person to readjust the pilot if necessary.

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Pilot Assembly (Electronic Ignition System)

BURNER FLAME PATTERN

Burner ﬂames will be steady; not lifting or ﬂoating. Flame patterns will be different from unit to unit and will vary depending on installation type and weather conditions.

If the vent conﬁguration is installed incorrectly, the ﬂames will lift or “ghost”. This can be dangerous. Inspect the ﬂames after installation to ensure proper installation and performance.

Figure 66 shows a typical ﬂame pattern.

If burner ﬂame pattern differs from that described:

• turn ﬁreplace off (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 26 or 27)

• see Troubleshooting, pages 31 through 35

Figure 66 -

Typical Flame Pattern

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Gass Door Pilot and Burners Logs Venting System

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

cleaning.

CAUTION: and circulating air passages of ﬁreplace clean. Inspect these areas of ﬁreplace before each use. Have ﬁreplace inspected yearly by a qualiﬁed service person. Fireplace may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding mate rial, pet hair, etc.

Turn off ﬁreplace and let cool before

You must keep control areas, burners,

GLASS DOOR

WARNING: not strike, slam, or otherwise abuse glass. Do not operate ﬁreplace with the glass door removed, cracked, or broken.

WARNING: may damage glass. Use a nonabrasive household glass cleaner to clean glass. Do not clean glass when hot.

Glass must be cleaned periodically. During start-up it is normal for condensation to form on the inside of the glass causing lint, dust, and other airborne particles to cling to the glass surface. During initial start-up a slight ﬁlm may form on the glass due to paint curing. The glass should be cleaned several times with a non-ammonia, nonabrasive househol cleaner and warm water after the ﬁrst two weeks of operation. Thereafter, clean the glass two or three times during each heating season, depending on the usage and circumstances present. Refer to Removing/Replacing Glass Door, on page 23 of this manual when removing glass door for cleaning.

WARNING: turer should be used when replacing broken or damaged glass door panel (see Replacement Parts, page ##). This glass door panel is a complete unit. No substitute materials may be used.

CAUTION: handling or removing broken glass. Do not remove if glass is hot. Keep children and pets away from glass.

Handle glass door panel with care. Do

Do not use abrasive cleaners as this

Only parts supplied by the manufac-

Wear gloves and safety glasses while

CAUTION:

Use only the tempered glass door replacement intended for this ﬁreplace (see Replacement Parts, page ## for detail on ordering). No substitutions may be made. See Removing/Replacing Glass Door, on page 24 for instructions for replaceing glass door.

WARNING:

door removed, cracked, or broken.

Do not vacumm if pieces are hot.

Do not operate ﬁreplace with glass

PILOT AND BURNERS

• Remove ember material before cleaning burners and replace

• Burner and controls should be cleaned with compressed air to remove dust. dirt, or lint.

• Use a vacuum cleaner or small, soft bristled brush to remove excess dust, dirt, or lint.

LOGS

• If you remove logs for cleaning, refer to Installing Logs and Glowing Embers, page 25, to properly replace logs.

• Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any carbon buildup on logs.

• Replace log(s) if broken. See Replacement Parts on page 36.

• Replace ember material periodically as needed. See Replace- ment Parts on page 36.

VENTING SYSTEM

Conduct annual inspection of the venting system following these guidlines:

1. Check areas of venting system that are exposed to the weather corrosion (rust spots or streaks and, in extreme cases, holes). Have

these items replaced immediately by a qualiﬁed service person.

2. Remove the vent cap and shine a ﬂashlight ito vent. Re-

move any foreign material.

3. Check for evidence of excessive condensation. Continuous

condensation can cause corrosion of caps, pipes, and ﬁttings and can be caused by having excessive lateral runs, too many elbows, or exterior portions of the system being exposed to cold weather.

4. Inspect joints to verify that no pipe section or ﬁtting has been

distributed and loosened. Check mechanical supports such as wall straps for rigidity.

If glass has been broken, carefully remove glass door (see Remov- ing/Replaceing Glass Door, page 24). Vacuum all glass pieces with a shop vac.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Manual Ignition System

Note:

For additional help, visit

DESA’s technical service web site at

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Note:

All troubleshooting items

order of operation.

are listed in

The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are:

1. Loose wiring connections

2. Construction debris clogging the pilot and/or gas control valve ﬁlter

WARNING: let cool before servicing. Only a qualiﬁed service person should service and repair heater.

Turn off heater and

OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY

CAUTION needle, or similar object to clean pilot. This can damage pilot unit.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Never use a wire,

When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at pilot

When ignitor button is pressed, there is spark at pilot but no ignition

Pilot lights but ﬂame goes out when control knob is released

1. Ignitor electrode not connected to igni tor cable

2. Ignitor cable pinched or wet

3. Piezo ignitor nut is loose

4. Broken ignitor cable

5. Bad piezo ignitor

6. Ignitor electrode broken

7. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong

1. Gas supply turned off or equipment shutoff valve closed

2. Gas control knob not in PILOT position

3. Gas control knob not pressed in while in PILOT position

4. Air in gas lines when installed

5. Depleted gas supply (propane/LP models only)

6. Pilot is clogged

7. Gas regulator setting is not correct

1. Gas control knob not fully pressed in

2. Gas control knob not pressed in long enough

3. Equipment shutoff valve not fully open

4. Pilot ﬂame not touching thermocouple, which alows thermocouple to cool, causing pilot to go out. This prob lem could be caused by one or more of the following: A) Low gas pressure B) Dirty or partially clogged pilot

5. Thermocouple connection loose at con trol valve.

6. Thermocouple damaged

7. Control valve damaged

1. Reconnect ignitor cable

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

3. Tighten nut holding piezo ignitor. Nut is located behind the mounting bracket

4. Replace ignitor cable

5. Replace piezo ignitor

6. Replace pilot assembly

7. Replace pilot assembly

1. Turn on gas supply or open equipment shutoff valve

2. Turn gas control knob to PILOT position

3. Press in gas control knob while in PILOT position

4. Continue holding down control knob.

5. Contact local propane/LP gas company

6. Clean pilot (see Cleaning and Mainte- nance, page 30) or replace pilot assembly

7. Replace gas control

1. Press in gas control knob fully

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

3. Fully open equipment shutoff valve

4. A) Contact local natural or propane/LP gas company B) Clean pilot (see Cleaning and Maintenance, page 30) or replace pi lot assembly

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

6. Replace pilot assembly

7. Replace control valve

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Manual Ignition System (Cont.)

TROUBLESHOOTING

Manual Ignition System (Continued)

OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Burner does not light after pilot is lit

Delayed ignition at burner

Burner backﬁring during combustion

Slight smoke or odor during initial operation

Heat produces a wistling noise when burner is lit

1. Burner oriﬁce clogged

2. Inlet gas pressure is too low

3. Thermopile leads disconnected or im properly connected

4. Thermopile is defective

1. Manifold pressure too low

2. Burner porting or oriﬁce clogged

1. Burner oriﬁce is clogged or damaged

2. Damaged burner

3. Gas regulator defective

1. Residues from manufacturing processes and logs curing

1. Turning gas control knob to HI position when burner is cold

2. Air in gas line

3. Dirty or partially clogged burner oriﬁce

1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte- nance, page 30) or replace burner oriﬁce

2. Contact local propane/LP or natural gas company

3. Reconnect leads

4. Replace thermopile

1. Contact local propane/LP or natural gas company

2. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte- nance, page 30) or replace burner oriﬁce

1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte- nance, page 30) or replace burner oriﬁce

2. Replace damaged burner

3. Replace gas control

1. Problem will stop after a few hours of operation

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

2. Operate burner until air is removed from line. Have gas line checked by pro pane/LP or natural gas company

3. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte- nance, page 30) or replace burner oriﬁce

Glass soots

Fireplace produces a clicking/ticking noise just after burners are lit or shut off

Remote does not function

1. Flame impingement on logs

2. Debris around burner air mixer

1. Metal expanding while heating or con tracting while cooling

1. Battery is not installed or battery is power is low

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1. Adjust the log set so the ﬂame does equipment shutoff valve

2. Inspect the opening at the base of the burner to see that it is not packed with any type of material

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

1. Replace 9-volt batteries in receiver and remote control

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Manual Ignition System (Continued)

TROUBLESHOOTING

Manual Ignition System (Cont.)

WARNING:

• 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.

If you smell gas

OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Fireplace produces unwanted odors

Fireplace shuts off in use

Burner backﬁring during combustion

1. Gas leak. See Warning statement above

1. High or gusting winds

2. Low line pressure

3. Pilot is partially clogged

4. Inner vent pipe leaking exhaust gases into system

5. Glass is too loose and air tight gasket leaks in corners after usage

6. Bad thermopile or thermocouple

7. Vent cap improperly installed or blocked

1. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check- ing Gas Connections, page 23)

1. Fireplace has been tested for up to 40 mph winds. However, extreme con ditions may occur. See Lighting Instruc- tions on page 26

2. Check local propane/LP or natural gas company

3. Clean pilot (see Cleaning and Mainte- nance, page 30

4. Locate and correct all vent connections (see Installation Planning, page 9)

5. Tighten or replace glass door (see Re- moving/Replacing Glass Door, page 24)

6. Replace faulty components

7. Check for proper installation or remove debris or blockage.

Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position

Gas odor during combustion

Dark residue on logs or inside of ﬁreplace

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1. Gas leak. See Warning statement

above

1. Gas leak. See Warning statement

above

1. Improper log placement

2. Air holes at burner inlet blocked

3. Burner ﬂame holes blocked

4. Improper venting or excessive blockage

5. Excessive amounts of embers and pan material

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1. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check ing Gas Connections, page 23)

1. Properly locate logs (see Installing Logs, Lava Rock, and Glowing Embers, page 25)

2. Clean out air holes at burner inlets, Pe-

riodically repeat as needed

3. Remove blockage or replace burner

4. Have the vent system inspected, includ-

ing the termination cap. Remove any restrictions or blackage

5. Clear excess embers from around the rear

main ports. Use a minimum of one layer of smaller ember peices to acheive the best glowing effect over the visible areas

TROUBLESHOOTING

Electronic Ignition System

TROUBLESHOOTING

Electronic Ignition System

Note:

For additional help, visit

DESA’s technical service web site at

www. desatech.com

Note:

All troubleshooting items

order of operation.

are listed in

The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are:

1. Loose wiring connections

2. Construction debris clogging the pilot and/or gas control valve ﬁlter

WARNING: let cool before servicing. Only a qualiﬁed service person should service and repair heater.

Turn off heater and

OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY

CAUTION needle, or similar object to clean pilot. This can damage pilot unit.

Never use a wire,

Ignitor will not spark or pilot will not light

Pilot will not stay lit

1. No gas supply, or shutoff valve is OFF

2. Air in gas line

3. Construction debris clogging pilot oriﬁce

4. Low gas pressure

5. Kinked pilot line

6. Control valve is not opening

7. No power to unit or the ignition module

1. Loose wiring on ignitor wire to ignition module and/or poor ground to ignition module

2. Pilot ﬂame too low to sense

1. Check to see if you have gas supply and that equipment shutoff valve is opened

2. Repeat lighting procedure several times to purge all air out of lines. If after re peated attempts appliance does not light, call for qualiﬁed service and repair.

3. Remove debris and dirt, and inspect and clean any other possible obstructions

4. Contact your gas supplier to check pressure

5. Have a qualiﬁed technician replace pi lot line

6. Replace control valve (Refer to Replace- ment Parts, page 36)

7. Check that main power is on and that wire connections are made correctly to the ignition model (see Wiring Diagram, page 19). Check for 24 VAC at the sec ondary side of the transformer. If 24 VAC is present, and the module does not operate, have the module replaced oth erwise have the transformer replaced.

1. Check wiring connection. Refer to wir ing diagram (see Wiring Diagram, page

19) and/or check ground wire to igni tion module

2. Clean and adjust pilot burner and check gas supply and inlet pressure to unit

Note:

Have a qualiﬁed technician replace

pilot assembly if broken or corroded

Frequent outage of main burner and pilot after complete ignition sequence.

1. Pilot ﬂame may be too low to sense ﬂame causing ignition module to shut down

2. Improper venting, excessive blockage, or high wind conditions. Overdrafting of straight (no offset) vertical vent systems over 15 feet in height.

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1. Clean and adjust pilot ﬂame for maximum ﬂame across sensor rod.

2. Have vent system inspected, including the termination cap. Remove any restric tion or obstruction. Add restrictor plate model VR-58 in straight vertical systems over 15 feet (if not previously installed).

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Electronic Ignition System (Continued)

TROUBLESHOOTING

Electronic Ignition System (Cont.)

WARNING:

• 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.

If you smell gas

OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Fireplace produces a clicking/ticking noise just after burner is lit or shut off

Slight smoke or odor during initial operation

Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position

Glass soots

1. Metal expanding while heating or con tracting while cooling

1. Residues from manufacturing processes and logs curing

1. Gas leak. See Warning statement at

top of page

2. Control valve defective

1. Flame impingement on logs and burner

2. Gas leak. See Warning statement at

top of page

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

1. Problem will stop after a few hours of operation

1. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check- ing Gas Connections, page 23)

2. Replace gas conrol valve

1. Adjust the log set that the ﬂame does not excessively impinge on log surfaces

2. Inspect the opening at the base of the burner to see that it is NOT packed with any type of material

Dark residue on logs or inside of ﬁreplace

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1. Improper log placement

2. Air holes at burner inlet blocked

3. Burner ﬂame holes blocked

4. Improper venting or excessive blockage

5. Excessive amounts of embers and pan material

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6. Replace faulty components

7. Check for proper installation or remove debris or blockage.

1. Properly locate logs (see Installing Logs, Lava Rock, and Glowing Embers, page 25)

2. Clean out air holes at burner inlets, Pe-

riodically repeat as needed

3. Remove blockage or replace burner

4. Have the vent system inspected, includ-

ing the termination cap. Remove any restrictions or blackage

5. Clear excess embers from around the rear

main ports. Use a minimum of one layer of smaller ember peices to acheive the best glowing effect over the visible areas

REPLACEMENT PARTS SPECIFICATIONS

SERVICE HINTS TECHNICAL SERVICE

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Note:

Use only original replacement parts. This will protect your

warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty.

PARTS UNDER WARRANTY

Contact authorized retailers of this product. If they can not supply original replacement part(s), call DESA’s Customer Service Department at 1-866-672-6040

When calling DESA, have ready

• your name

• your address

• model and serial numbers of your ﬁreplace

• how ﬁreplace was malfunctioning

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

• purchase date

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

PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY

Contact authorized retailers of this product. Ifthey can not supply original replacement part(s), call DESA’s Customer Service Department at 1-866-672-6040

When calling DESA, 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 (propane/LP units only)

You may feel your gas pressure is too low. If so, contact your local gas supplier.

TECHNICAL SERVICE

You may have further questions about installation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA’s Customer Service Department at 1-866-672-6040. When calling, please have your model and serial number of your heater ready.

You can also visit DESA’s technical service web site at

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SPECIFICATIONS

(V)CD36RN (V)CD36TN

Max. Btu Min. Btu

Oriﬁce Size (Main Burner) #44 DMS (0.086") #55 DMS (0.052") #44 DMS (0.086") #55 DMS (0.052")

Gas Type Natural Propane/LP Natural Propane/LP

Ignition Millivolt Millivolt Electronic Electronic

Manifold Pressure 3.5” w.c. (0.87 kPa) 10.0” w.c. (2.5 kPa) 3.5” w.c. (0.87 kPa) 10.0” w.c. (2.5 kPa)

Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure 5.5” w.c. (1.1 kPa) 11.0” w.c. (2.7 kPa) 5.5” w.c. (1.1 kPa) 11.0” w.c. (2.7 kPa)

Dimension, Inches/mm (HxWxD)

Fireplace (Actual size of ﬁrebox measurements do not include nailing ﬂanges or standoffs).

Carton

Fireplace Weight, lbs/kg Shipping Weight, lbs/kg

21,000 Btu/hr 15,000 Btu/hr

35 ¾"x 36 ¼" x 14 ¾"

908 x 921 x 375 mm

36 ¾" x 38" x 16 ¼" 933 x 965 x 413 mm

102 lbs./47kg 105 lbs./48kg

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20,000 Btu/hr 13,000 Btu/hr

35 ¾"x 36 ¼" x 14 ¾"

908 x 921 x 375 mm

36 ¾" x 38" x 16 ¼" 933 x 965 x 413 mm

102 lbs./47kg 105 lbs./48kg

(V)CD36RNE

(V)CD36TNE

21,000 Btu/hr 20,000 Btu/hr

35 ¾"x 36 ¼" x 14 ¾"

908 x 921 x 375 mm

36 ¾" x 38" x 16 ¼" 933 x 965 x 413 mm

106 lbs./47kg 109 lbs./48kg

(V)CD36RPE (V)CD36TPE

35 ¾"x 36 ¼" x 14 ¾"

908 x 921 x 375 mm

36 ¾" x 38" x 16 ¼" 933 x 965 x 413 mm

106 lbs./47kg 109 lbs./48kg

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FIREPLACE ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS (V)CD36RN, (V)CD36TN, (V)CD36RP, (V)CD36TP

This list contains replaceable parts used in your ﬁreplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 36 of this manual.

KEY NO.

1 116108-01 116108-01 Log Set 1

1-1 116109-01 116109-01 Burner Base Log 1

1-2 116110-01 116110-01 Rear Log 1

1-3 111802-05 111802-05 Right Top Log 1

1-4 111802-04 111802-04 Left Top Log 1

2 115615-01 115615-01 Burner Assembly Complete(See pages 35 an 36) 1

3 114889-01 114889-01 Junction Box Duplex Plug 1

4 114880-01 114880-01 Heat Deflector 1

5 114875-01 114875-02 Fireplace Surround 1

6 114876-01 114876-02 Fireplace Top 1

7 116016-01 116016-02 Fireplace Top Insulation 1

8 114873-01 114873-01 Louver Bottom Assembly 1

9 114872-01 114872-01 Louver Top Assembly 1

10 114871-01 114871-01 Glass Door Assembly 1

11 114867-01 114867-01 Face Assembly 1

12 114866-01 114866-02 Firebox Assembly Complete (Natural Gas) 1

12 114866-03 114866-04 Firebox Assembly Complete (Propane/LP Gas) 1

13 110973-01 110973-01 Cover Junction Box 2

14 24460 24460 Gas Conduit Assembly 2

15 21171 21171 Gas Knock-Out Cover 2

16 14418 14418 Duplex Plug Receptacle 1

17 14123 14123 Bushing Universal Strain Relief 1

18 11408 11408 Bushing 0.5" Electric 2

19 26290 26290 Firebox Leg 2

(V)CD36RN (V)CD36RP

25580 25580 Ember Bag Assy 1

27253 27253 Notice Label 1

55240 55240 Vent Label 1

(V)CD36TN (V)CD36TP DESCRIPTION QTY.

PARTS AVAILABLE - NOT SHOWN

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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 36 of this manual.

KEY NO.

1 116317-01 116317-01 Remote Ignitor Bracket 1

2 114886-01 114886-01 Door Retainer Bracket 1

3 108085-01 -- Pilot Orifice #51(Natural Gas) 1

4 108084-02 -- Pilot Assembly (Natural Gas) 1

5 27206 -- Burner Orifice #44 (Natural Gas) 1

6 26808 26808 Valve Bracket 1

7 24389 24389 Tube 3/8" Dia. x 11" Aluminum 1

8 24360 24360 Pilot Bracket 1

9 14500 14500 Fitting 3/8" MPT x 1/2” Flare 1

10 14399 14399 Fitting Brass Elbow 3/8" MPT x 3/8" Comp. Tube 1

11 14396 14396 Fitting Brass Straight 3/8" MPT x 3/8” Comp. Tube 1

12 14389 -- Gas Control Valve Millivolt (Natural Gas) 1

13 14299 14299 Air Shutter 1

14 14261 14261 Ignitor Piezo 1

15 11226 11226 Washer, Flat 7/8" ID x 2" OD x 1/8" Thick 2

16 11214 11214 Fitting Bulkead w/ Nut Brass 1

17 11187 11187 Screw, #8 x 1/4" PPH 1

18 11107 11107 Screw, #10-32 x 1/4" PPH Zinc 4

19 11105 11105 Screw, #10 x 1/2" HWH LGM Zinc 10

20 11102 11102 Screw, #8 x 3/8" PPH F Zinc. 2

(V)CD36RN (V)CD36TN

-- 108085-02 Pilot Orifice #31 (Propane/LP Gas) 1

-- 108084-03 Pilot Assembly (Propane/LP Gas) 1

-- 26482 Burner Orifice #55 (Propane/LP Gas) 1

-- 14390 Gas Control Valve Millivolt (Propane/LP Gas) 1

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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 36 of this manual.

KEY NO.

1 116719-01 116719-01 Gas Valve Wire Harness (MV/PV) 1

2 116719-02 116719-02 Gas Valve Wire Harness (MV) 1

3 116719-03 116719-03 Gas Valve Wire Harness (PV) 1

4 116316-01 116316-01 Ignition Module Bracket 1

5 114886-01 114886-01 Door Retainer Bracket 1

6 111059-03 111059-03 Ground Wire Harness 1

7 110286-01 110286-01 Ignition Module Synetek 1

8 108863-01 108863-01 Plug 24” Supply Connect 1

9 108867-01 -- Pilot Orifice BL14LP (Propane/LP Gas) 1

10 108866-01 -- Pilot Assembly PSE (Natural Gas) 1

11 27206 -- Burner Orifice #44 (Natural Gas) 1

12 26808 26808 Valve Bracket 1

13 24389 24389 Tube 3/8" Dia. x 11" Aluminum 1

14 24360 24360 Pilot Bracket 1

15 14569 -- Gas Control Valve Millivolt (Natural Gas) 1

16 14500 14500 Fitting 3/8" MPT x 1/2” Flare 1

17 14399 14399 Fitting Brass Elbow 3/8" MPT x 3/8" Comp. Tube 1

18 14396 14396 Fitting Brass Straight 3/8" MPT x 3/8” Comp. Tube 1

19 14299 14299 Air Shutter 1

20 14129 14129 Transformer, 24V Class 2 1

21 11404 11404 Cable, Tie 8.5” #10 Screwdown 1

22 11226 11226 Washer, Flat 7/8" ID x 2" OD x 1/8" Thick 2

23 11214 11214 Fitting Bulkead w/ Nut Brass 1

24 11201 11201 Nut, #8-32 Hex Zinc 4

25 11186 11186 Screw, #8-32 x 1” PPH 2

26 11187 11187 Screw, #8 x 1/4" PPH 1

27 11109 11109 Screw, #8-32 x 1/2” PPH 2

28 11107 11107 Screw, #10-32 x 1/4" PPH Zinc 4

29 11105 11105 Screw, #10 x 1/2" HWH LGM Zinc 11

30 11102 11102 Screw, #8 x 3/8" PPH F Zinc. 2

(V)CD36RNE (V)CD36TNE

-- 108867-02 Pilot Orifice BL22N (Natural Gas) 1

-- 108866-02 Pilot Assembly PSE (Propane/LP Gas) 1

-- 26482 Burner Orifice #55 (Propane/LP Gas) 1

-- 14570 Gas Control Valve Millivolt (Propane/LP Gas) 1

(V)CD36RPE (V)CD36TPE DESCRIPTION QTY.

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ACCESSORIES

Model BK Blower

Model BKT Blower

ACCESSORIES

NOTE: ﬁreplace models.

Purchase these ﬁreplace accessories from your local retailer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA’s Sales Department at 1-866-672-6040, for information. You can also write to the address listed on the back of this manual

All accessories may not be available for all

FLEXIBLE GAS LINE CONNECTOR - GA5081 (Not Shown)

For all models

PROPANE/NATURAL GAS CONVERSION KIT (Not Shown)

PCDM-36RT - Propane/LP Gas Conversion Kit Millivolt Models NCDM-36RT - Natural Gas Conversion Kit Millivolt Models

PCDE-36RT - Propane/LP Gas Conversion Kit Electronic Models NCDE-36RT - Natural Gas Conversion Kit Electronic Models

MANUAL BLOWER KIT - BK

Manual variable control blower accessory provides better heat distribution. Complete installation and operating instructions included in this manual.

THERMOSTATICALLY - CONTROLLED BLOWER KIT - BKT

Provides better heat distribution Blower turns off and on automatically, as needed. Complete installation and operating instructions included in this manual.

RECEIVER AND HAND-HELD THERMOSTAT REMOTE CONTROL KIT - GHRCTB SERIES

Allows ﬁreplace to be operated manually or thermostaticallycontrolled mode. You can adjust your heat settings and turn the ﬁreplace on or off without leaving the comfort of your easy chair.

LOUVER TRIM KITS (Rolled Louvers Only)

LTC36B - Rolled Louver Trim Kit - Brushed Brass LTC36P - Rolled Louver Trim Kit - Platinum

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RECEIVER AND HAND-HELD ON/OFF REMOTE CONTROL KIT - GHRCB SERIES

Allows the ﬁreplace to be turned on and off conveniently.

REMOTE CONTROL KIT - WRC SERIES (Not Shown)

Standard ON/OFF electronic remote control kit.

WALL MOUNTED THERMOSTAT CONTROL CONTROL KIT - GWMT1 (Not Shown)

Allows easy wall access for thermostatic operation of your ﬁreplace.

WALL MOUNTED ON/OFF SWITCH - GWMT1 (Not Shown)

Allows burner system to be turned on and off with a wall switch.

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OWNER’S REGISTRATION FORM

In order to provide better customer service for this and future purchases, we recommend that you register your product with us. You can resister online at www.desatech.com. If access to our website is not available to you, please complete the Owner’s Registration Form and mail to the address on the back of this owner’s manual. Please provide the following product information:

Brand: _____________________________________ (Comfort Glow, Vanguard, etc.) Model: _____________________________________ (EFP33PR, VTGH33NR, etc.) Date Purchased: ____________________________ Serial Number: ____________________________ 7 or 9 digit number located on product or identiﬁcation tag. First Name: _________________________________ Last Name: ____________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________________ City: _______________________________________ State: _______ Zip: _____________ Country: _____________ Home Phone: __(_____)_______-________________ E-mail: _____________________________________

Please answer the following questions to register your product with DESA:

1. Where will the product be used?

Living/Family Room Ofﬁce/Warehouse Utility Shed/Outbuilding Garage Bedroom Bathroom Other

2. If you bought this product yourself, did you plan to purchase this tyoe of product before going into the store? Yes No

3. Who selected the product? Male Female Both

4. What is the population or your area? Under 10,000 10,000 to 25,000 25,000 to 50,000 50,000 to 100,000

100,000 to 250,000 Over 250,000

5. What is your primary source of heat? Propane (LP Gas) Fuel Oil Wood Natural Gas Electric Other

6. How was the product installed? Professional Installer Self Other

7. Cost of product excluding sales tax? $ __________________

8. Cost to install product? $ ___________________

9. Type of store where product was purchased? Hardware Propane Dealer Natural Gas/Utility Co. Home Center/Builder’s Supply

Fireplace or Hearth Shop Farm Store Other

10. What motivated you to buy this product? Sudden Cold Weather Replaced Older Model D.I.Y. Home Project

Emergency Back-Up Heat Heater was on Sale Energy Savings/High Efﬁciency Construction Project Other

11. How did you learn about this product brand? Advertising Relative or Friend Store Display Other _______________________

12. Level of Education of Purchaser: Some High School Completed High School Completed College Completed Graduate School

13. Age of Purchaser: Under 20 20 - 29 30 - 39 40 - 49 50 - 59 60 or Over

14. Buyer’s total annual household income: Under $15,000 $15,000 to $19,999 $20,000 to $34,999 $35,000 to $49,999

$50,000 to $74,999 $75,000 to $99,999 $100,000 and Over

15. Store where product was purchased:

Name: _________________________________________

City: _________________________ State: ____________

16. In choosing this product, how important were the following: Not Important Somewhat Important Very Important

Availability Price Brand Name Overall Quality Heat Output Made in USA Warranty Local Service Value for Price Prior Brand Experience Controls Location Thermostat, Remote, or Manual Operation Ease of Operation Special Features Salesperson’s Recommendation Freind/Relative’s Recommendation Portability Quiet Operation

Note:

Keep receipt for warranty veriﬁcation.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

KEEP THIS WARRANTY

Model

Serial No.

Date Purchased

Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory.

We reserve the right to amend these speciﬁcations at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable is our standard written warranty. We make no other warranty, expressed or implied.

LIMITED WARRANTY

DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE

DESA warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for two (2) years from the date of ﬁrst purchase, provided that the product has been properly installed, operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions. To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented.

This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser. This warranty covers the cost of part(s) required to restore this 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 autorized dealers of this product and/or DESA who will provide original factory replacement parts. Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty. The product 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 MECHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO TWO (2) YEARS ON ALL COMPONENTS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST PURCHASE; AND DESA’S LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND DESA 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:

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