Desa VE36LBHB, EL36L, EL36LD User Manual

ELECTRIC FIREPLACE/INSERT

SAFETY INFORMATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

Patent No. 7,219,456 B1

MODELS EL36L, EL36LD AND VE36LBHB

PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING APPLIANCE.

WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, an electrical shock or re may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

— Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable va-

pors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other

appliance.

— Installation and service must be performed by a

qualied service agency.

This replace meets the construction and safety stan-

dards of H.U.D. for application in manufactured homes when installed according to these instructions.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.

CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

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Safety .................................................................. 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Listing Approvals ................................................. 3

Product Dimensions ............................................ 3

Product Identication ........................................... 4

Unpacking and Testing ........................................ 4

Locating Fireplace ............................................... 4

Installation ........................................................... 6

Operation ............................................................. 7

Accessory Installation .......................................... 8

SAFETY

WARNING: Improper installa-

tion, adjustment, alteration, ser-

vice or maintenance can cause

injury or property damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional information, consult

a qualied installer.

CAUTION: Do not expose the heater to the elements (such as rain, etc).

Do not place clothing or other

ammable material on or near rebox. Never place any objects on the replace.

Carefully supervise young chil-

dren when they are in the room

with replace.

Fireplace becomes very hot

when running. Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to

avoid burns or clothing ignition.

Fireplace will remain hot for a time after shutdown. Allow sur-

faces to cool before touching.

Do not install replace directly

on carpet or similar surface which may restrict air circulation

beneath unit.

When using electrical heaters, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce

the risk of re, electric shock and injury to

persons, including the following:

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Cleaning .............................................................. 9

Servicing .............................................................. 9

Wiring Diagram .................................................. 14

Troubleshooting ................................................. 15

Replacement Parts ............................................ 16

Technical Service............................................... 16

Accessories ....................................................... 17

Parts .................................................................. 18

Warranty ..............................................Back Cover

1. Read all instructions before using this heater.

2. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9 m) from front of heater.

3. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. The grill directly in front of heater outlet becomes hot during heater operation.

4. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children or invalids and whenever heater is left operating and unattended.

5. Always unplug heater when not in use.

6. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or if heater malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any way. Return heater to authorized service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical

adjustment or repair.

7. Do not use outdoors.

8. This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar indoor locations. Never locate heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.

9. Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners or the

like. Arrange cord away from trafc area

and where it will not be tripped over.

10. To disconnect heater, turn controls to the OFF before removing plug from outlet (turn off power to unit).

11. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to

enter any ventilation or exhaust opening

as this may cause an electric shock or re

or damage the heater.

12. To prevent possible re, do not block air

intakes in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked.

13.

Connect to properly grounded circuits only.

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SAFETY

17 1/4"

/8"

/4"

35"

21"

37"

43"

/8" To Nail Location

" To Nail Location

41"

/8"

5/8"

TOP

FRONT

LEFT SIDE RIGHT SIDE

15 1/8"

Continued

14. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use it in areas where

gasoline, paint or ammable liquids or

vapors are used or stored.

15. Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended

by the manufacturer may cause re, electric shock or injury to persons.

16. Avoid the use of an extension cord because the extension cord may overheat

and cause a risk of re. However, if you

have to use an extension cord, the cord should be No. 14 AWG minimum size and rated not less than 1875 WATTS.

17. Always use ground fault protection where

required by electrical codes.

LISTINg APPROVALS

This heater has been tested in accordance with the CSA Standards for xed and location-dedicated electric room heaters in the United States. All components are UL or CSA

safety certied.

If you need assistance during installation, please contact your local dealer or the DESA

Heating, LLC at 1-866-672-6040.

Please have the distributor’s model and serial numbers when you call.

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

18. Always disconnect power before performing any cleaning, maintenance or relocation of heater.

19. To prevent a possible re, do not burn

wood or other materials in this heater.

20. To prevent electric shock or re, always

use a certified electrician should new

circuits or outlets be required.

21. When transporting or storing heater, keep in a dry place.

22. Control panel door gets hot during heater operation. To open control panel door, gently pull on left and right outer edges. Do not open from center of control panel door.

Description: 36" Fireplace Voltage: 120 / 240 Watts: 1500 / 3000 Amps: 15 Amp / 20 Amp

Grounded Circuit

Note: This heater must be electrically wired and grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition or the Canadian Electric Code, CSA C22.1 as appropriate.

Figure 1 - Heater Dimensions

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Heater FlameEmber Backlight

Power

Control Panel Door

Heat Vents

(Behind Door)

Front Glass

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Remote Hide

Flame Control

Ember Control

Backlight Control

Log Set

Figure 2 - Product Identication

UNPACkINg AND TESTINg

Carefully remove unit from box. Prior to permanently installing unit, test to make sure unit operates properly. Unit does not come with a power cord installed. Unit must be hard wired to either a 120/60 or 240/60 volt supply.

CAUTION; The unit must

be connected to a properly

grounded and protected 120/240

volt circuits. Always use ground

fault protection where required

by the electrical code.

LOCATINg FIREPLACE

WARNING: Due to high tem-

peratures, this heater should

be located out of trafc. Keep combustible materials such as furniture, pillows, bedding,

papers, clothes and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9 m) from the front of the heater.

Heater

Control

ON/OFF Power Button

Magnetic Catch

WARNING: Do not operate the unit if it is damaged or has malfunctioned. If you suspect the unit is damaged, return the

unit to an authorized service

facility for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment or repair.

NOTICE: Minimum and maximum

clearances must be maintained at

all times. Illustrations throughout

these instructions reect typical

installations and are for design purposes only. Actual installa-

tions may vary slightly due to individual preferences.

WARNING: Never locate this heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.

WARNING: To prevent

contact with sagging or loose insulation, the heater must not

be installed against vapor barrier

or exposed insulation. Localized

overheating could occur and a re could result.

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LOCATINg FIREPLACE

Internal Wall

Installation

Full Projection

Installation

Flush

Installation

Corner

Installation

Facing Material May Be Noncombustible Wa ll Treatments or Combustible Wood

Combustible Wood Mantels and Tr ims May Extend Above Profile Shown when Maintained within 30° Parameter Shown

Framed Material

T o p of Cabinet

Note: All Mantel Clearances are Measured from Top of Fireplace Opening

30°

23"

12" Ref.

21"

/2"

15" Min.

17"

/2"

To p View of Fireplace

30°

/4" Max.

Minimum 10"

from Perpendicular

Side Wall

Edge of Firebox Opening

Combustible Material Must Not Overlap Front Face

Safe Zone

heater to the elements (such as rain, etc.)

safety glasses for protection during installation and maintenance.

Plan where to locate and frame replace.

Before installation consider the following:

1. Fireplace location must allow for wall and ceiling clearances (see Installation Clear- ances).

2. Fireplace screen should not be exposed to direct sunlight from windows or doors.

3. Unit can be wired for either 120/60 (15 amp circuit) or 240/60 (20 amp circuit). A dedicated circuit should be provided to avoid circuit breaker trips or blown fuses.

Flush Installations are recommended where living space is limited or at a premium. Since

space required to enclose replace would

be located beyond an outside wall, this in-

stallation would require additional planning

and construction. Check local codes for any restrictions.

Projected Installations can extend any dis-

tance into room. A projection may be ideal for a new addition on an existing, nished wall.

Corner Installations make use of space that may not normally be used and provides

a wider and more efcient viewing angle and

heat distribution. Internal Wall Installations provide a discrete

option for room separation and can also be an ideal addition to an existing wall.

Figure 3 - Possible Installation Locations

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Continued

CAUTION: Do not expose the

CAUTION: Wear gloves and

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INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION CLEARANCES

Minimum clearances to combustible construction are:

Top, Back and Sides of Recessed Cabinet 0" Min. Drywall to Sides of Front Face 0" Min. Framing at Nailing Flanges 0" Min. Ceiling to Opening 36" Min. Floor 0" Min. Front 36" Min. Perpendicular Side Wall 10" Min.

antel Clearances

For mantel clearances see Figures 4 and 5.

Figure 4 - Mantel Clearances

Figure 5 - Mantel Side Clearances

41 1/4"

/2"

Platform/Subflooring

42 3/8"

/8"

/4"

1 1

/8"

These Dimensions

Allow for 1 1

/8" of

Clearance to Side

Wa ll of Fireplace

and 10' Clearance

to Perpendicular

Side Walls

INSTALLATION

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WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!

Wiring to power source must not

be pinched or against a sharp

edge.

WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!

To prevent a possible re, do not block air intake or exhaust

in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces where openings

may become blocked.

WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!

Do not blow or place insulation against the rebox.

WARNING: If the informa-

tion in these instructions is

not followed exactly, a re or

explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.

Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable vapors in the vicinity of this or any other heater.

A junction box is provided to hard wire unit to

either a 15 amp (120/60) or 20 amp (240/60),

120 Volt 60 Hz grounded circuit. Tools and building suppli es required for

installation:

• Saw • Square

• Pliers • Gloves

• Hammer • Level

• Phillips screwdriver • Surround

• Framing materials • Electric drill/bits

• Tape measure

• Wall-nishing materials

• Caulking material

CAUTION: Provide adequate

clearances around the air open-

ings and adequate accessibility clearances for servicing and

proper operations.

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WARNING: Control panel

door on this heater cannot, in

any way, be covered as it may create a re hazard.

BUILT-IN INSTALLATION

Built-in installations require a framed enclosure constructed of 2" x 4" or heavier lumber and sized in accordance with Figure 6. This allows unit to slide into opening and be nailed

to stud at sides and top nailing anges. These anges accept 5/8" drywall or plywood board to nish unit ush to face. Optional trim ac-

cessories are available that will extend 1/2" over rough edge of wall opening (see Acces-

sories, page 17). IMPORTANT: If installing a perimeter trim kit,

you must install shoulder screws before insert-

ing replace into opening. See instructions

included with trim kit. If installing a mantel, you must follow clearance instructions (see Installation Clearances, page 5).

Figure 6 - Framing Dimensions

Figure 7 - Corner Dimensions

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