Desa Tech CGEF21A, VEF21A Owner's Manual
ELECTRIC FIREPLACE/INSERT
SAFETY INFORMATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
FOR MODELS CGEF21A AND VEF21A
Read these instructions completely before beginning
installation. Failure to follow them could cause a heater
malfunction resulting in serious injury and/or property
damage.
WARNING: All electric heaters have hot and arcing or
sparking parts inside. Do not use it in areas where gaso-
line, paint or ammable liquids are or are stored.
WARNING: This heater is tested and listed for use only
with the optional accessories listed in these instruc-
tions. Use of optional accessories not specically
tested for this heater could void the heater warranty
and/or result in a safety hazard.
This replace meets the construction and safety standards of H.U.D. for application in manufactured housing
when installed according to these instructions.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer
Keep this manual for future reference.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Information ............................................... 2
Listing Approvals ................................................. 3
Product Dimension Specications ....................... 3
Locating Fireplace ............................................... 4
Unpacking and Testing Fireplace ........................ 4
Installation ........................................................... 5
Finishing .............................................................. 7
Specications ...................................................... 7
SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Refer
to this manual. For assistance or
additional information, consult
a qualied installer.
CAUTION: Do not expose the
heater to the elements (such as
rain, etc).
Due to high temperatures, the
rebox should be located out of
trafc and away from furniture
and draperies.
Do not place clothing or other
ammable material on or near
rebox. Never place any objects
on the 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 surfaces to cool before
touching.
Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room
with replace.
Operating Instructions ......................................... 7
Cleaning and Maintenance .................................. 8
Technical Service............................................... 10
Replacement Parts ............................................ 10
Accessory .......................................................... 10
Troubleshooting ..................................................11
Illustrated Parts Breakdown and Parts List........ 12
Warranty Information ........................... Back Cover
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:
1. Read all ins truct io ns before usi ng thi s
heater.
2. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture,
pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains
at least 3 feet from front of heater and keep
them away from sides and rear.
3. Always unplug heater when not in use.
4. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord
or plug or after heater malfunctions, has been
dropped or damaged in any way.
5. Do not use outdoors.
6. 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.
7. Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover
cord with throw rugs, runners or similar items.
Arrange cord away from trafc area and where
it will not be tripped over.
8. To disconnect heater, turn controls to "OFF"
before removing plug from outlet.
9. 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.
10. To prevent possible fire, do not block air
intakes in any manner.
11. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts
inside. Do not use it in areas where gaso-
line, paint or ammable liquids are used or
stored.
12. 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.
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13. 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.
14. Always use properly grounded fused and
polarized outlets.
15. Always use ground fault protection where
required by electrical codes.
16. Always disconnect power before performing
any cleaning, maintenance or relocation of
heater.
17. To prevent a possible re, do not burn wood
or other materials in this heater.
18 To prevent electric shock or re, always use
a certied electrician should new circuits or
outlets be required.
19. When transporting or storing heater, keep in
a dry place free from excessive vibration and
store as to avoid damage.
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 certied.
If you need assistance during installation, please con-
tact your local dealer or the DESA Heating Products
Technical Services Department at 1-866-672-6040.
PRODUCT DIMENSION
SPECIFICATIONS
Description: 21" Fireplace/Insert
Voltage/Hz: 120/60
Watts: 1500
Amps: 15 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 C2.1 as appropriate.
Note: Recommended clearance for ease of
installation is approximately 1" from edge of
unit to edge of mantel front.
Figure 1 - Heater Dimensions
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LOCATING FIREPLACE
WARNING: Due to high tem-
peratures, this heater should
be located out of trafc. 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.
WARNING: Never locate this
heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.
Figure 2 illustrates a variety of ways the heater may
be located in a room. The heater may be installed
directly on the oor, carpet or raised on a hearth.
Figure 2 - Heater Locations
NOTICE: Minimum and maximum
clearances must be maintained at
all times. Illustrations throughout
these instructions reect typical
installations and are for design
purposes only. Actual installations may vary slightly due to
individual preferences.
WARNING : To p r e v ent
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.
CAUTION: Do not expose the
heater to the elements (such as
rain, etc.)
CAUTION: Wear gloves and
safety glasses for protection
during installation and maintenance.
UNPACKING AND
TESTING FIREPLACE
Carefully remove the unit from the box. Prior
to permanently installing the unit, test to make
sure the unit operates properly. To do this, plug
the unit's power supply cord into a conveniently
located 120-volt grounded outlet.
CAUTION; The unit's power
supply cord must be connected
to a properly grounded and protected 120-volt outlet. Always
use ground fault protection
where required by the electrical code.
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.
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LOCATING FIREPLACE
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FRAMING
Figure 3 shows a typical framing of this heater us-
ing combustible materials. All required clearances
to combustibles must be adhered to. Header height
is measured from the base of the heater.
Too l s and buil d ing su p plie s re qui r ed for
ins tallation:
• Saw • Square
• Pliers • Gloves
• Hammer • Level
• Phillips screwdriver • Framing materials
• Tape measure • Surround
• Wall-nishing materials • Caulking material
• Electric drill/bits
23 1/2"
Header
Height
19 1/2"
9 3/4"
3/4" - 1/2"
Note: The height that a combustible mantel is
tted above the heater is dependent on the height
of the front selected. The minimum height is 1"
above the front.
CAUTION: Provide adequate
clearances around the air open-
ings and adequate accessibility
clearances for servicing and
proper operations.
INSTALLATION
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
The power cord must not be
pinched or against a sharp edge.
Secure cord to avoid tripping or
snagging to reduce the risk of re,
electric shock or personal injury.
Do not run cord under carpeting.
Do not cover cord with throw
rugs, runners or similar items.
Arrange cord away from trafc
areas and where it will not be
tripped over.
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 (like a bed) where openings may become blocked.
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
Do not blow or place insulation
against the rebox.
WARNING: This heater is
tested and listed for use only
with the approved optional accessories. Use of optional ac-
cessories not specically tested
for this heater could void the
heater warranty and/or result in
a safety hazard.
Figure 3 - Framing Heater for New
Construction/Renovation
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