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1. Propane LP Supply Tank Equipment Shutoff Valve Y SS SS SSS S gt Figure 27 Checking Gas Joints Shown with Optional Mantel Continued 15 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD VMH26PRA COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES GHRC Series amp GHRCTA Series Installing Receiver 1 Remove screws 2 Disconnect switch wires from the con trol valve Remove switch plate see Figure 28 Discard switch plate after removing Save the screws Locate the battery clip mounted on the back of the receiver see Figure 29 Slide 9 volt battery not included through the clip Attach the terminal wires to the battery see Figure 29 Connect wires as shown in Figure 30 Install remote receiver unit onto gas heater base using the two screws re moved in step one see Figure 30 e Screw Switch Plate Figure 28 Switch Plate and Wiring Harness Receiver Terminal Wires Battery Clip 9 Volt Battery Figure 29 Attaching Battery to Receiver Wire Harness Wiss Eae Black Wire Black Wire Red Wire XM Red Wire Figure 30 Installing Remote Receiver Wire harness provided in the fireplace hardware pack Installing 9 Volt Battery in Hand Held Remote Control Unit 1 Remove batt
2. CABINET MANTEL WITH BUILT IN HEARTH BASE AND ROUNDED LEG STYLING Unfinished GM921U Walnut Finished GM920F Cherry Finished GM924F Appearance May Differ by Model For use with fireplace A hardwood mantel and hearth base offers compact styling and completes the fireplace look Available in a walnut finished cherry finished or an un finished hardwood ready to stain or paint Complete assembly instructions included Three sided brass trim kit included For more information visit www desatech com 28 CABINET MANTEL WITH BUILT IN HEARTH BASE AND TRADITIONAL SQUARE LEG STYLING Unfinished GM923U Finished GM922F For use with fireplace A hardwood mantel and hearth base offers compact styling and completes the fireplace look Available in a stained or an unfinished ready to stain or paint Oak Veneer over hardwood Com plete assembly instructions included Three sided brass trim kit included CORNER MANTEL WITH BUILT IN HEARTH BASE Unfinished GM721U Finished GM720F For use with fireplace Space saving mantel and hearth base comer design features clean classic lines Available in a walnut finish or an unfinished hardwood ready to stain or paint Complete assembly instructions in cluded Three sided brass trim kit included 107034 ACCESSORIES Continued RECEIVER AND HAND HELD THERMOSTAT REMOTE CONTROL
3. LIMITED WARRANTY VENT FREE PROPANE LP GAS COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for four 4 years and five 5 years on stainless steel burners from the date of first purchase provided that the product has been properly installed operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser This warranty covers the cost of part s required to restore this fireplace to proper operating condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a DESA Authorized Service Center Warranty part s MUST be obtained through authorized dealers of this product and or DESA International who will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty The fireplace 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 fireplace will
4. 15 000 to 26 000 Btu Hr Remote Control Ready VANGUARD VENT FREE PROPANE LP GAS COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL VMH26PRA Shown with Optional Cabinet Mantel Hearth Base Accessory WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result caus ing property damage personal injury or loss of life Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance e Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manualfor correct installation and operational procedures For as sistance or additional information consult a qualified installer ser vice agency or the gas supplier WARNING This is an unvented gas fired heater It uses air oxy gen from the room in which it is installed Provisions for ad equate combustion and v
5. ant that is resistant to liquid pe troleum LP gas We recommend that you install a sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 23 Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning Install in piping system between fuel supply andheater Locate sedi ment trap where trapped matter is not likely to freeze A sediment trap traps moisture and contaminants This keeps them from going into fireplace controls If sediment trap is not installed or is installed wrong fireplace may not run properly CSA AGA Design Certified Equipment Shutoff Valve with 1 8 NPT Tap Approved Flexible Gas Hose Gas Control Purchase the optional CSA AGA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories pages 28 and 29 Minimum inlet pressure for purpose of input adjustment Continued 13 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD VMH26PRA COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY Installation Items Needed Phillips screwdriver sealant resistant to propane LP gas not provided 1 Remove fireplace screen Remove two screws that hold fireplace screen in place for shipping These screws are located near top of screen Discard screws Lift fireplace screen up and pull out to remove 2 Remove screws that attach branch sup port to fireplace see Figure 24 Care fully lift up branch support and remove from f
6. If you smell gas Shut off gas supply Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department IMPORTANT Operating heater where impurities in air exist may create odors Cleaning supplies paint paint remover cigarette smoke cements and glues new carpet or textiles etc create fumes These fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors These odors will disappear over time OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Heater produces a clicking ticking noise just after burner is lit or shut off 1 Metal expanding while heating or con tracting while cooling l This is common with most heaters If noise is excessive contact qualified ser vice person Heater produces unwanted odors Heater burning vapors from paint hair spray glues cleaners chemicals new carpet etc See IMPORTANT state ment above Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page Open window and ventilate room Stop using odor causing products while heater is running Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 15 Heater shuts off in use ODS operates Not enough fresh air is available Low line pressure ODS pilot is partially clogged Ope
7. Plate Switch 099998 01 Switch Fan 098264 02 Connector Male 103284 03 Wire Harness PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN OONDOAARWND N A a a a a aa aa nS On CO On On aa O A nn N ol A SB So 104319 04 Video 103877 01 Lighting Instructions Plate 100563 01 Warning Plate 103470 02 Hardware Package 107034 27 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD VMH26PRA COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE ACCESSORIES Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer If they cannot supply these accessories call DESA International s Sales Department at 1 800 458 2472 for referral information You can also write to the ad dress listed on the back page of this manual EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE GA5010 Equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap BRASS TRIM KIT GA6095 Optional four sided brass trim kit for recessed built in installations when unitis raised off of the floor Provides a finished appearance by covering rough edges of wall opening BRASS TRIM KIT GA6094 Not Shown Optional three sided brass trim kit for cus tom and recessed installations when unit is on the floor Provides a finished appear ance by covering rough edges of wall open ing Included with all mantels THERMOSTATICALLY CONTROLLED BLOWER KIT GA3400T Provides better heat distribution Makes fire place more efficient Automatically turns off and on as needed
8. Screen Log Set Remote Control Optional Figure 1 Vent Free Natural Gas Compact Fireplace 107034 UNPACKING 1 Remove log box and fireplace from carton IMPORTANT The fireplace hood is inside the cardboard protective end wrap on the left side of fireplace as viewed from front A decal is on the outside of the cardboard end wrap stating hood is enclosed see Figure 2 2 Remove hood from cardboard protec tive end wrap as shown in Figure 2 3 Remove all protective packaging ap plied to fireplace for shipment 4 Make sure your fireplace includes one hardware packet 5 Check fireplace for any shipping damage If fireplace is damaged promptly inform dealer where you bought fireplace IMPORTANT THIS PACKAGE CONTAINS A FIREPLACE HOOD UNWRAP CARTON AND REMOVE HOOD BEFORE DISCARDING PROTECTIVE PACKAGING Cardboard a Protective Fireplace End Wrap Hood Enclosed Decal Figure 2 Removing Fireplace Hood 3 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD VMH26PRA COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE ASSEMBLY A WARNING Always have branch support and screen in place before operating fireplace This prevents excessive tempera tures on fireplace surfaces A WARNING Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this fireplace may result in prop erty damage
9. vide two permanent openings one within 12 of the ceiling and one within 12 of the floor on the wall connecting the two spaces see options and 2 Figure 5 You can also remove door into adjoining room see op tion 3 Figure 5 Follow the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 ANS Z223 1 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventilation grills or ducts A WARNING Rework work Figure 5 Ventilation Air from Inside Building Shown with Optional Mantel sheet adding the space of the adjoining unconfined space The ER combined spaces must have Ventilated enough fresh air to supply all Outlet ARE ate appliances in both spaces Air a Ventilation Air From Outdoors Outlet J E Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation Air To Attic grills or ducts You must provide two per manent openings one within 12 of the ceiling and one within 12 of the floor Connect these items directly to the outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors These spaces Crawl Space include attics and crawl spaces Follow the Inlet National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 ANS Ar N e 2223 1 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventilation Ventilated grills or ducts TERME Crawl Space IMPORTANT Do not provide openings for inlet or outlet air into attic if attic has a thermostat controlled power vent Heated air en
10. 9 Install the switch plate on the valve cover shield with 2 10 screws provided see Figure 17 Route power cord out of the cabinet by inserting it through the bush ing on the outer casing see Figure 16 page 11 Plug fan kit into 120 Volt grounded power supply and test opera tion Note When switch is in the AUTO position the fan will start after the heater has run for a few moments The fan will continue to run for several moments af ter the heater has been turned off When switch is in the ON position the fan will run until turned to OFF Reinstall upper louver assembly see Figure 15 page 11 and branch support Close lower louver door Valve Cover Shield Switch Plate Figure 17 Installing Switch Plate to Valve Cover Shield Fan Switch Auto Off On Auto Blue Thermostat Switch N O Blue 110 115 Blower V A C Motor Red White Green e Green e Figure 18 Wiring Diagram For Blower Accessory Standard Installation For Built In Installation AX WARNING A licensed electri cian must connect the wiring har ness to electrical supply following all local codes Electrician must provide a clamp onthe box coverto securethe wiring Wiring should be routed through the bushing in the hole on the outer casing of heater 1 Install a snap bushing found in hard ware kit into one of the holes found rear of valve cover shield The other hole is for a strain re
11. Code NFPA 54 ANS Z223 1 Sec tion 5 3 Airfor Combustion and Ventilation All spaces in homes fall into one of the three following ventilation classifications 1 Unusually Tight Construction 2 Unconfined Space 3 Confined Space The information on pages 5 through 7 will help you classify your space and provide adequate ventilation Unusually Tight Construction The air that leaks around doors and win dows may provide enough fresh air for combustion and ventilation However in buildings of unusually tight construction you must provide additional fresh air Unusually tight construction is de fined as construction where a walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have a con tinuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm 6 x 10 kg per pa sec m or less with open ings gasketed or sealed and b weather stripping has been added on openable windows and doors and c caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as joints around window and door frames be tween sole plates and floors be tween wall ceiling joints be tween wall panels at penetra tions for plumbing electrical and gas lines and at other openings If your home meets all of the three criteria above you must provide ad ditional fresh air See Ventilation Air From Outdoors page 7 If your home does not meet all of the three criteria above proceed to Deter mining Fresh Air Flow For Fireplace Location page 6 Confi
12. Depth 9 n 10 1 2 Bottom 3 4 3 4 l Frame in rough opening Use dimen sions shown in Figure 8 for the rough opening If installing in a corner use dimensions shown in Figure 9 for the rough open ing The height is 26 7 s which is the same as the wall opening above 10 1 2 b WIE 26 7 8 3 4 Off lt The Floor 26 7 8 ELS Minimum Figure 8 Rough Opening for Installing in Wall 36 5 8 25 7 8 Figure 9 Rough Opening for Installing in Corner 107034 2 OWNER S MANUAL If installing GA3400T blower acces sory do so at this time Follow instruc tions included with blower accessory Note If not installing blower acces sory you may wish to run electrical wiring to your fireplace for future blower installation see Accessories page 28 and 29 Use only approved three wire electrical wiring Ay WARNING If pre wiring do not connect wiring to any electri cal source at this time Install fireplace electrical outlet and connect wiring to outlet be fore connecting to electrical source The fireplace electrical outlet is included with the GA3400T blower accessory Only use the fireplace electrical outlet supplied with the GA3400T blower accessory oe Note A qualified installer should make all electrical connections Install gas piping to fireplace location This installation includes an approv
13. Inch Above Log se etd Rd s gt e A br m FUE d MNA Figure 44 Incorrect Burner Flame Pattern x EN 5 Nt E 107034 OWNER S MANUAL CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE A WARNING Turn off fireplace and let cool before cleaning A CAUTION You must keep con trol areas burner and circulating air passageways of fireplace clean Inspect these areas of fireplace before each use Have fireplace inspected yearly by a qualified service person Fireplace may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting bedding material pet hair etc CLEANING BURNER INJECTOR HOLDER AND PILOT AIR INLET HOLE The primary air inlet holes allow the proper amount of air to mix with the gas This provides a clean burning flame Keep these holes clear of dust dirt lint and pet hair Clean these air inlet holes prior to each heating season Blocked air holes will cre ate soot We recommend that you clean the unit every three months during operation and have heater inspected yearly by a quali fied service person We also recommend that you keep the burner tube and pilot assembly clean and free of dust and dirt To clean these parts we recom mend using compressed air no greater than 30 PSI Your local computer store hard ware store or home center may carry com pressed air in a can You can use a vacuum cleaner in the blow position If using com pressed air in a can please follo
14. Louver ij Assembly A Branch Support Figure 15 Removing Upper Louver Assembly and Branch Support 107034 Figure 16 Installing Blower Bracket Assembly Switch Harness Valve Cover Shield Note the wire locations on back of AUTO OFF ON switch The terminals on back of switch are numbered 1 2 and 3 Carefully remove red wire from terminal 3 and blue wire from termi nal 1 Black wire can remain on middle terminal 2 see Figure 16 Carefully disconnect green and white wires at their insulated connectors In top of the heater cabinet locate the four mounting holes on the outer cas ing Align these four holes with those on the blower bracket assembly Attach blower bracket assembly to the outer casing with 4 10 screws provided see Figure 16 Route the wire harness through the hole in left side of baffle Pull wire harness through lower opening on the side of the valve shield see Figure 16 Insert the 4 wire harness into one of the round holes in the rear of the valve cover shield and through the rectangular hole in the front of shield see Figure 16 Wiring Routing Hole in Baffle i Baffle 4 Continued 11 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD VMH26PRA COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued 8 Reconnect red wire to switch position 3 Reconnect blue wire to switch posi tion 1 Reconnect green and white wires
15. PILOT position Control knob not pressed in while in PILOT position Airin gas lines when installed Depleted gas supply ODS pilot is clogged Gas regulator setting is not correct Turn on gas supply or open equipment shutoff valve Turn control knob to PILOT position Press in control knob while in PILOT position Continue holding down control knob Re peat igniting operation until air is removed Contact local propane LP gas company Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 21 or replace ODS pilot assembly Replace gas control ODS pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released For more information visit www desatech com W MO Control knob not fully pressed in Control knob not pressed in long enough Equipment shutoff valve not fully open Pilot flame not touching thermocouple which allows thermocouple to cool causing pilot flame to go out This prob lem could be caused by one or both of the following A Low gas pressure B Dirty or partially clogged ODS pilot Thermocouple connection loose at con trol valve Thermocouple damaged Control valve damaged www desatech com 22 Press in control knob fully 2 After ODS pilot lights keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds Fully open manual shut off valve A Contact local propane LP gas company B Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 21 or replac
16. be installed if it is being used see Accesso ries pages 28 and 29 1 Unscrew four brass screws that attach top louver to fireplace Remove louver from fireplace and set aside Place fireplace on wood base Place mantel around fireplace base assembly 4 Assemble brass trim kit See Assem bling Brass Trim 5 Firmly snap brass trim kit on shoulder screws Shoulder screws are located on fireplace cabinet see Figure 12 6 Align brass trim kit for flush fit around opening 7 Use two 3 wood screws provided and attach fireplace base to wooden base see Figure 12 8 Remove brass trim kit and mantel Be careful not to damage wall or mantel 9 Place wood base next to wall at instal lation location 10 Attach wood base to floor with two 1 4 black screws provided see Figure 13 If the floor is concrete use anchor method see Attaching Wood Base to Solid Floor page 13 11 Install gas line See Connecting To Gas Supply page 13 12 Check for leaks See Checking Gas Connections page 15 13 Place mantel around fireplace Be care ful not to damage wall or mantel 14 Place brass trim kit on the shoulder screws located on the side and top of the fireplace Firmly snap the brass trim over the shoulder screws on fireplace see Figure 12 15 Adjust assembly to remove any gaps Attach remaining two 3 wood screws from hardware pack through openings inside of fireplace sides into the man tel
17. be the responsibility of the owner TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THE LAW OF THE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTIES AND LIMITS THE DURATION OF ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO FOUR 4 YEARS ON ALL COMPONENTS AND FIVE 5 YEARS ON STAINLESS STEEL BURNERS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST PURCHASE AND DESA INTERNATIONAL S LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND DESA INTERNATIONAL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation on implied warranties or exclusion or limitation on damages may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state For information about this warranty write DES A INTERNATIONAL 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 www desatech com 107034 01 107034 01 REV B NOT A UPC 09 00
18. cause pilot outage 17 Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken Do not operate fireplace if a log is chipped dime sized or larger 18 To prevent performance problems do not use propane LP fuel tank of less than 100 lbs capacity LOCAL CODES Install and use fireplace with care Follow all local codes In the absence of local codes use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223 1 also known as NFPA 54 Available from American National Standards Institute Inc 1430 Broadway New York NY 10018 National Fire Protection Association Inc Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 OWNER S MANUAL PRODUCT FEATURES SAFETY PILOT This fireplace has a pilot with an Oxygen Depletion Sensing ODS safety shutoff system The ODS pilot is a required feature for vent free room fireplaces The ODS pilot shuts off the fireplace if there is not enough fresh air PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEM This fireplace has a piezo ignitor This sys tem requires no matches batteries or other sources to light fireplace REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES There are four optional remote controls that can be purchased separately for this log heater hand held ON OFF remote hand held thermostat remote wall mounted thermostat wall mounted ON OFF switch See Accessories pages 28 and 29 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Contro Selector Switch Optional Ignitor Button ZZ Knob Fireplace Cabinet
19. control knob to ON position Adjust flame adjust ment knob anywhere between HI and LO Slide the selector switch to the REMOTE position Note The burner may light if hand held remote ON button 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 Control Knob IMPORTANT Do not leave the se lector switch in the REMOTE posi tion when the pilot is not lit This will drain the battery IMPORTANT Be sure to press the ON OFF buttons on the hand held remote control unit for up to 3 sec onds to assure proper operation GHRC Series Operation 2a Pressthe ON OFF button to turn the burner on and off When turning burner off the pilot will remain lit GHRCTA Series Operation 2b Press the AUTO ON OFF button on the hand held remote control see Figure 39 page 20 The lights to the left of the button will show AUTO ON or OFF In the ON mode the burners will ignite The heater is in manual mode when ON is lit IntheAUTO mode the thermostat in the hand held remote unit con trols the room temperature To in crease the room temperature press the top arrow of the TEMP button To lower the room temperature press the bottom arrow of the TEMP button At higher settings the heater will run longer Flame Adjustment Knob REMOTE z O ON Selector Switch in Remote Position Optional Remote Control T 0 9 Q Figure 38
20. could occur due to log curing and fireplace burning manufac turing residues To prevent the creation of soot follow the instructions in Cleaning and main tenance page 21 Before using furniture polish wax car pet cleaner or similar products turn heater off If heated the vapors from these products may create a white pow der residue within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture This fireplace needs fresh air ventila tion to run properly This fireplace has an Oxygen Depletion Sensing ODS safety shutoff system The ODS shuts down the fireplace if not enough fresh air is available See Air for Combus tion and Ventilation pages 5 through 7 If fireplace keeps shutting off see Troubleshooting pages 22 through 24 Do not run fireplace where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored under dusty conditions Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn paper or other objects Never place any objects in the fireplace or on logs Do not use fireplace if any part has been under water Immediately call a quali fied service technician to inspect the room fireplace and to replace any part of the control system and any gas con trol which has been under water Turn off and unplug fireplace and let cool before servicing Only a qualified service person should service and re pair fireplace 107034 SAFETY INFORMATION Continued 16 Operating fireplace above elevations of 4 500 feet could
21. off However the blower helps distribute heated air from the fireplace For more information visit www desatech com 20 Auto Off On Switch Figure 40 Auto Off On Switch INSPECTING BURNERS Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 41 shows a correct pilot flame pat tern Figure 42 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern The incorrect pilot flame is not properly heating the thermocouple When the thermocouple cools the heater will shut down If pilot flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 42 turn heater off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 19 e see Troubleshooting pages 22 through 24 Pilot Burner Figure 41 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Pilot Burner Thermocouple Figure 42 Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern 107034 INSPECTING BURNER Continued BURNER FLAME PATTERN Figure 43 shows a correct burner flame pattern Figure 44 shows an incorrect burner flame pattern The incorrect burner flame pattern shows sporadic irregular flame tip ping It also shows the flame consistently higher than one inch above the log Note When using the fireplace the first time the flame will be orange for approxi mately one hour until the log cures If burner flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 44 e turn fireplace off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 18 see Troubleshooting pages 22 through 24 Top of Flame About One
22. personal give off a paper burning smell seconds after lighting pilot After 30 injury or loss of life Open window to vent smell This seconds release control knob will only last a few hours If control knob does not pop out This appliance has a pilot which must STOP Read the safety information when released contact a T be lighted by hand When lighting the column 1 service person or gas supplier for repairs pilot follow these instructions exactly Make sure equipment shutoff valve Note AE pile gue Ou Fe pea Reps BEFORE LIGHTING smell all is fully open 4 through 8 around the appliance area for gas Be Set switch in OFF position i Slightly pash irana Ore conto sure to smell next to the floor because j nn y ridas 5 fo fh some gas is heavier than air and will 09 COUNIETCIOCEWISE o the settle on the floor A WARNING T a come ON position WHA on automatically within one 10 Wait one minute and switch selec e Do eri oer eae minute when the selector switch tor switch to the ON position to D etal D on is in the ON position after the light burner Donot touch any electric switch do ilot is lit not use any phone in your building p 11 Set flame adjustment knob to any Press in and turn control knob clock wise to the OFF position Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety in formation If you don t smell gas go to the next
23. see Cleaning and Maintenance page 21 2 Replace gas control 3 Problem will stop after a few hours of operation Moisture condensation noticed on windows 1 Not enough combustion ventilation air 1 Refer to Air for Combustion and Venti lation requirements page 5 Heater produces a whistling noise when burner is lit 1 Turning control knob to HI position when burner is cold 2 Airin gas line 3 Air passageways on heater blocked 4 Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice 1 Turn 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 local pro pane LP gas company 3 Observe minimum installation clear ances see pages 8 through 10 4 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 21 or replace burner orifice White powderresidue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture 1 When heated vapors from furniture pol ish wax carpet cleaners etc turn into white powder residue 1 Turn heater off when using furniture polish wax carpet cleaners or similar products Remote does not function 107034 1 Battery is not installed Battery power is low www desatech com 1 Replace 9 volt batteries in receiver and remote control Continued 23 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD VMH26PRA COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE TROUBLESHOOTING Continued Ad WARNING
24. 34 OWNER S MANUAL 15 000 26 000 Propane LP Only Piezo 8 W C 14 1 1 25 Ix 26 fis x 9 3 8 32 Ys x 27 he x 11 s 44 2 Ibs 48 Ibs TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about in stallation operation or troubleshooting If so contact DESA International s Techni cal Service Department at 1 800 323 5190 You can also visit DESA International s technical services web site at www desatech com WIRING DIAGRAM Auto Black Off Switch On Thermopile TPTH TH Gas Control TPTH TP REPLACEMENT PARTS Note Use only original replacement parts This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty PARTS UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product If they can t supply original replacement part s call DESA International s Technical Service Department at 1 800 323 5190 for referral information Whencalling DESA International haveready your name your address modeland 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 defec tive part to the factory PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product If they can t supply original replacement part s call DESA International s Parts De partment at 1 800 972 7879 for referral information Whencalling DESA Internat
25. KIT GHRCT SERIES For all models Allows the gas log heater to be operated in a manually or thermostati cally controlled mode You can turn the gas log heater on and off without ever leaving the comfort of your easy chair 107034 OWNER S MANUAL RECEIVER AND HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROL KIT GHRC SERIES For all models Allows the gas log heater to be turned on and off by using a hand held remote control WALL MOUNTED THERMOSTAT KIT GWMT1 Not Shown For all models Allows easy wall access to the operation of your gas log heater This will allow you to thermostatically control your heater with the convenience of a wall switch WALL MOUNTED SWITCH KIT GWMS2 Not Shown For all models Allows convenient access to the operation of your gas log heater CLEANING KIT CCK Not Shown Your vent free gas appliance requires regu lar cleaning and maintenance to prevent performance problems This kit gives you the tools and instructions to make it easy to clean all critical areas of your appliance 29 For more information visit www desatech com 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
26. RRR RIR d ROKR tatetslaterts X ROR KK RY ses 222329 T SRR 2 BORER unatetea 290I a BERK RRR RO a ORR tete ene Branch Support Figure 24 Removing Branch Support From Fireplace Flexible Gas Line from Fireplace Gas Valve Provided with Fireplace Figure 25 Attaching Flexible Gas Lines Together 107034 INSTALLATION Continued CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS A WARNING Test all gas pip ing and connections for leaks after installing or servicing Cor rect all leaks at once A WARNING Never use an open flame to check fora leak Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once A CAUTION Make sure external regulator has been installed be tween propane LP supply and fire place See guidelines under Con necting to Gas Supply page 13 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 gas sup ply piping system Pressures in excess of 1 2 psig will damage fireplace regulator 2 Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve was connected 3 Pressurize supply piping system by ei ther using compressed air or opening propane LP supply tank valve 4 Check all joints of gas supply piping system Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles fo
27. Setting the Selector Switch Control Knob and Flame Adjustment Knob for Remote Operation Continued 19 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD VMH26PRA COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued IMPORTANT This remote control has been specially engineered to take an air temperature sample every 5 5 minutes in the auto mode It will not respond immediately to the tempera ture setting being turned up or down IMPORTANT The hand held remote control unit must be near the heater Do not keep the hand held remote control unit too close to the heater The thermostat on the hand held re mote control unit will heat up too quickly and turn the heater off 3 To turn the burner off press the AUTO ON OFF button until OFF lights The pilot will remain lit IMPORTANT To turn the pilot off manually turn the control knob on the heater to the OFF position Increases Room Shows Temperature in Temperature AUTO Mode Setting Decreases Room Temperature in AUTO Mode AUTO ON rq OFF 0 The Log Heater will Automatically Cycle between Pilot and the Heat Setting that has been Selected Turns Burners On or Off and Allows You to Choose the Auto Setting Figure 39 Thermostat Hand Held Remote Control Unit Selections GHRCTA Series Only GWMT1 WALL MOUNTED THERMOSTAT OPTIONAL Make sure the heater switch is on AUTO and set the temperature adjustment
28. The openings are located at top be hind the area for the brass louvers see Figure 12 16 Reinstall top brass louvers Mantel Shelf 10 7 Note All vertical measurements are from top of fireplace opening to bottom of mantel shelf All measurements are in inches Side of Firebox N Figure 11 Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built In Installation For more information visit www desatech com 10 Hole for 3 wood screw for attaching fireplace to mantel Hole for 3 wood screw for attaching fireplace to W wooden base Assembled Brass Trim Figure 12 Attaching Brass Trim to Fireplace i 3 4 Screw Figure 13 Attaching Wood Base to Floor Assembling Brass Trim Brass trim shipped with mantel 1 Remove packaging from three remain ing pieces of brass trim 2 Locate two adjusting plates with set screws and two shims in the hardware packet 3 Align shim under adjusting plate as shown in Figure 14 page 11 4 Slide one end of adjusting plate shim in slot on mitered edge of top brass trim see Figure 14 page 11 5 Slide other end of adjusting plate shim in slot on mitered edge of side brass trim see Figure 14 page 11 6 While firmly holding edges of brass trim together tighten both set screws on the adjusting plate with slotted screwdriver 7 Repeat steps 1 through 6 for other corner 8 Set brass assembly aside for later installat
29. can support You must provide additional fresh air Your options are as follows A Rework worksheet adding the space of an adjoining room If the extra space provides an unconfined space remove door to adjoin ing room or add ventilation grills between rooms See Ventilation Air From Inside Building page 7 B Vent room directly to the outdoors See Ventilation Air From Outdoors page 7 C Install a lower Btu Hr fireplace if lower Btu Hr size makes room unconfined If the actual Btu Hr used is less than the maximum Btu Hr the space can support the space is an unconfined space You will need no additional fresh air ventilation A WARNING If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that defined as an unconfined space or if the building is of unusually tight construction provide adequate combustion and ventilation air by one of the methods described in the National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223 1 Section 5 3 or applicable local codes For more information visit www desatech com 6 107034 OWNER S MANUAL AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND 2 VENTILATION Continued VENTILATION AIR Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Room Ventilation Air From Inside Ventilation Option 2 pe Grills Or Building into Adjoining Remove z o R Door int This fresh air would come from an adjoining Option 1 Adjoining unconfined space When ventilating to an Room D f Option 3 adjoining unconfined space you must pro
30. cluded Figure 20 Installing Blower Bracket Assembly For more information visit www desatech com 12 107034 INSTALLATION Continued Attaching Wood Base to Solid Floor For attaching base to solid floors concrete or masonry Note Floor anchors and mounting screws are in hardware package The hardware pack age is provided with fireplace 1 Drill holes at marked locations using 5 16 drill bit For solid floors concrete or masonry drill at least 1 deep Fold floor anchor as shown in Figure 21 Insert floor anchor wings first into hole Tap anchor flush to floor 4 Insert mounting screws through base and into floor anchors 5 Tighten screws until base is firmly fas tened to floor N Figure 21 Folding Anchor CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY A WARNING This appliance re quires a 45 male flare fitting 5 8 18 UNF Unified National Fine Thread inlet connection and the flexible gas line provided Ay WARNING A qualified ser vice person must connect fire place to gas supply Follow all local codes CAUTION Never connect fire place directly to the propane LP supply This fireplace requires an external regulator not sup plied Install the external regula tor betweenthefireplace and pro pane LP supply 107034 OWNER S MANUAL The installer must supply an external regu lator The external regulator will reduce incoming gas pressure You must reduce inc
31. e ODS pilot assembly Hand tighten until snug then tighten 1 4 turn more Replace thermocouple Replace control valve 107034 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM OWNER S MANUAL POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Burner does not light after ODS pilot is lit 1 Burner orifice clogged 2 Inlet gas pressure is too low 3 Burner orifice diameter is too small 4 Thermopile leads disconnected or im properly connected 5 Burners will not come on in remote position 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 21 or replace burner orifice 2 Contact local propane LP gas company Replace burner orifice 4 Reconnect leads see Wiring Diagram page 25 5 Replace battery in transmitter and receiver UJ Delayed ignition burner 1 Manifold pressure is too low 2 Burner orifice clogged 1 Contact local propane LP gas company 2 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 21 or replace burner orifice Burner backfiring during combustion 1 Burner orifice is clogged or damaged 2 Damaged burner 3 Gas regulator defective 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 21 or replace burner orifice 2 Replace damaged burner 3 Replace gas control Slight smoke or odor during initial operation 1 Not enough air 2 Gas regulator defective 3 Residues from manufacturing processes and logs curing 1 Check burner for dirt and debris If found clean burner
32. e fireplace screen in place Make sure fireplace screen is in place before running fireplace Keepthe appliancearea clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids 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 Do not place propane LP supply tank s inside any structure Locate propane LP supply tank s outdoors 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 For more information visit www desatech com 2 10 11 12 13 14 15 This fireplace shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom Do not use this fireplace as a wood burning fireplace Use only the logs provided with the fireplace Do not add extra logs or ornaments such as pine cones vermiculite or rock wool Using these added items can cause sooting Do not add lava rock around base Rock and debris could fall into the control area of fireplace This fireplace is designed to be smoke less If logs ever appear to smoke turn off fireplace and call a qualified service person Note During initial operation slight smoking
33. ed flexible gas line if allowed by local codes after the equipment shutoff valve The flexible gas line must be the last item installed on the gas piping If you have not assembled firebox fol low instructions on page 4 Carefully set fireplace in front of rough opening with back of fireplace inside wall opening Attach flexible gas line to fireplace gas regulator See Connecting Fireplace to Gas Supply page 14 Bend four nailing flanges on outer cas ing with pliers see Figure 10 Attach fireplace to wall studs using nails or wood screws through holes in nailing flange Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections page 15 If using optional brass trim kit install the trim after final finishing and or painting of wall See instructions in cluded with brass trim accessory for at taching brass trim IMPORTANT When finishing your fire box combustible materials such as wall board gypsum board sheet rock drywall plywood etc may be butted up next to the sides and top edge of the firebox Combus tible materials should never overlap the firebox front facing A WARNING Do not allow any combustible materials to overlap the firebox front facing IMPORTANT Noncombustible materials such as brick tile etc may overlap the front facing but should never cover any neces sary openings like louvered slots A WARNING Do not allow non combustible materials to cover any nec
34. eight Length x Width x Height cu ft volume of space Example Space size 20 ft length x 16 ft width x 8 ft ceiling height 2560 cu ft volume of space If additional ventilation to adjoining room is supplied with grills or openings add the volume of these rooms to the total volume of the space 2 Divide the space volume by 50 cubic feet to determine the maximum Btu Hr the space can support volume of space 50 cu ft Maximum Btu Hr the space can support Example 2560 cu ft volume of space 50 cu ft 51 2 or 51 200 maximum Btu Hr the space can support 3 Add the Btu Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space Vent free fireplace Btu Hr Gas water heater Btu Hr Example Gas furnace Btu Hr Gas water heater 30 000 Btu Hr Vented gas heater Btu Hr Vent free fireplace 26 000 Btu Hr Gas fireplace logs Btu Hr Total z ROUEN Other gas appliances Btu Hr Total Btu Hr Do not include direct vent gas appliances Direct vent draws combustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors 4 Compare the maximum Btu Hr the space can support with the actual amount of Btu Hr used Btu Hr maximum the space can support Btu Hr actual amount of Btu Hr used Example 51 200 Btu Hr maximum the space can support 56 000 Btu Hr actual amount of Btu Hr used The space in the above example is a confined space because the actual Btu Hr used is more than the maximum Btu Hr the space
35. enti lation air must be provided Referto Airfor Combustion and Ventilation section on page 5 of this manual This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by local codes 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 Aftermarket Completion of sale not for purpose of resale from the manufacturer Save this manual for future reference VANGUARD VMH26PRA COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE SAFETY INFORMATION A WARNINGS 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 se rious injury or death from burns fire explosion electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning A DANGER Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu with headaches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs the fireplace may not be working properly Get fresh air at once Have fireplace serviced Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide than others These include pregnant women people with heart or lung disease or anemia those under the influence of alcohol and those at high altitudes Propane LP Gas Propane LP gas is
36. ery cover on back of re mote control unit 2 Attach terminal wires to the battery not included Place battery into the battery housing 3 Replace battery cover onto remote con trol unit Batter Remote Terminal Cad Control Unit Wires 9 Volt Battery Housing Figure 31 Installing Battery in Hand Held Remote Control Unit GHRC Series Figure 32 Installing Battery in Hand Held Remote Control Unit GHRCTA Series For more information visit www desatech com 16 OPTIONAL WALL MOUNTED THERMOSTAT GWMT1 AX WARNING Read and follow installation instructions Instal lation should be done by a quali fied installer familiar with low voltage wiring procedures A WARNING Do not connect this thermostat to any electrical source Electrical shock and or fire hazard will occur Connect one terminal of 25 ft wire to bottom contact of switch see Figure 33 page 17 Connect remaining wire terminal to the TH terminal on the control valve Make sure that wire terminals are in the positions on your unit as pictured in Figure 33 on page 17 If wires are not crossed the thermostat will not work Route the 25 ft wire to a convenient location to mount your thermostat no outside wall IMPORTANT The wire may be shortened but must not be lengthened The thermostat should be mounted 54 above the floor in a location where there is good air circulation Avoid heat sources such as lam
37. essary openings like lou vered slots Ay WARNING Never modify or cover the louvered slots on the front of the firebox A WARNING Use only noncom bustible mortar or adhesives when overlapping the front fac ing with noncombustible facing material Nails or Wood Screws Nailing Flanges Figure 10 Attaching Fireplace to Wall Studs Continued 9 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD VMH26PRA COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Mantel Clearances for Built In Installation If placing mantel above built in fireplace you must meet minimum clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening NOTICE Surface temperatures of adjacent walls and mantels be come hot during operation Walls and mantels above the firebox may become hot to the touch If installed properly these tempera tures meet the requirement of the national product standard Fol low all minimum clearances shown in this manual NOTICE If your installation does not meet the minimum clearances shown you must do one of the following raise the mantel to an accept able height remove the mantel OPTIONAL MANTEL INSTALLATION Note Refer to instructions provided with the mantel for assembly instructions Refer to instructions below for system installa tion Refer to instructions on page 4 for firebox assembly Blower accessory should
38. fied equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tapis an accept able alternative to test gauge connection Purchase the optional CSA AGA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories pages 28 and 29 Note If desired purchase a four sided brass trim kit for built in installations See Acces sories pages 28 and 29 LOCATING FIREPLACE AX WARNING Maintain the mini mum clearances shown in Fig ure 7 If you can provide greater clearances from floor ceiling and joining wall You can recess firebox into the wall You can also position fireplace in the optional cabinet or corner mantels IMPORTANT Only use optional cabinet or corner mantels specified in this manual Purchase the op tional mantel from your dealer see Acces sories pages 28 and 29 For more information visit www desatech com 8 A CAUTION If you install the fireplace in a home garage fireplacepilotand burner must be at least 18 inches above floor locate fireplace where moving vehicle will not hit it For convenience and efficiency install fireplace where there is easy access for operation inspection and service incoldest part of room An optional blower kit is available from your dealer see Accessories pages 28 and 29 If planning to use blower locate fire place near an electrical outlet Minimum Clearances For Side Combustible Material Side Wall and Ceiling A Cleara
39. his will light pilot The pilot is attached to the front burner If needed keep press LIGHTING 7 INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING FIREPLACE FOR YOUR SAFETY B WI ing ignitor button until pilot lights READ BEFORE iun E Mis oci Note If pilot does not stay lit con LIGHTING Scree p tact a qualified service person or gas A WARNING If you do not fol low these instructions exactly a place screen is installed before running fireplace Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas sup plier call the fire department 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 or gas supplier Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to re place any part of the control sys tem and any gas control which has been under water NOTICE During initial operation supplier for repairs Until repairs are made light pilot with match To light pilot with match see Manual Light ing Procedure on page 19 fireorexplosion may result caus of new heater burning logs will 8 Keep control knob pressed in for 30 ing property damage
40. inal R ra E Figure 35 Thermostat Base Terminals W and R OWNER S MANUAL To O O a Pus J j To Wall Switch OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH GWMS2 WARNING Read and follow installation instructions Instal lation should be done by a quali fied installer familiar with low voltage wiring procedures A WARNING Do not connect this switch to any electrical source Electrical shock and or fire hazard will occur Connect one terminal of 25 ft wire to bottom contact of switch see Figure 33 Connect remaining wire terminal to the TH terminal on the control valve Make sure that wire terminals are in the positions on your unit as pictured in Figure 33 If wires are not crossed the thermostat will not work Route the 25 ft wire to a convenient location to mount your wall switch no outside walls A WARNING Do not connect the switch to a power source Electrical shock and or fire haz ard will occur Thermostat or IMPORTANT The wire may be shortened but must not be lengthened Connect one bare wire end to each of the terminals of the provided wall switch Install the wall switch and cover in the wall For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD VMH26PRA COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE WARNING You must operate With control knob pressed in press and release ignitor button T
41. ing fireplace where impurities such as to bacco smoke aromatic candles cleaning fluids oil or kerosene lamps etc in the air exist may discolor walls IMPORTANT Vent free fireplaces add mois ture to the air Although this is beneficial installing fireplace in rooms without enough ventilation air may cause mildew to form from too much moisture See Air for Combustion and Ventilation pages 5 through 7 Note Your Vanguard fireplace is designed to be used in zero clearance installations Wall or framing material can be placed directly against any exterior surface of your fireplace except where standoff spac ers are integrally attached If standoff spac ers are attached to your fireplace these spacers can be placed directly against wall or framing materials Use the dimensions shown for rough open ings to create the easiest installation see Built In Fireplace Installation page 9 CHECK GAS TYPE Use only propane LP gas If your gas supply is not propane LP do not install fireplace Call dealer where you bought fireplace for proper type fireplace INSTALLATION ITEMS Before installing fireplace make sure you have the items listed below external regulator supplied by installer piping check local codes sealant resistant to propane LP gas equipment shutoff valve test gauge connection ground joint union sediment trap tee joint pipe wrench An CSA AGA design certi
42. ion 107034 OWNER S MANUAL INSTALLATION Installing Blower Assembly 3 Continued AX CAUTION Label all wires Top Brass Trim prior to disconnection when ser Bo vicing controls Wiring errors e Slot ua can cause improper and danger ui EZ beset ous operation COZ 4 Nee Mitered Edge S SX Shim Sida A CAUTION Verify proper irri operation after servicing 5 Mary rim Adjusting Plate DS AN Note If you are using a mantel with your Slot a SN heater use the following instructions If ES your heater is built in see For Built In In stallation on page 12 Figure 14 Assembling Brass Trim 1 Install snap bushings found in hardware kit into both holes in rear of valve cover 9 INSTALLING BLOWER shield ACCESSORY GA3400T 2 Make sure the wire harness is firmly connected to the terminals on the Removing Upper Louver blower bracket assembly 7 Assembly To install the blower accessory you must first remove the upper louver assembly Blower Bracket 1 Lift screen off heater and remove log set Assembly Wire 2 Remove 2 screws from each side of Screw nd Harness branch support and pull branch support out see Figure 15 3 Remove 4 brass plated screws from louver assembly see Figure 16 Save these screws 4 Pulllouver assembly straight out from the cabinet Be careful not to scratch the paint Set louver assembly and screws aside Blower Bracket Mounting Holes Upper
43. ional haveready model number of your fireplace the replacement part number 25 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD VMH26PRA COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN VMH26PRA For more information visit www desatech com 26 107034 OWNER S MANUAL PARTS LIST a IN VMH26PRA 102633 02CK Outer Casing Top R 102624 02 Outer Casing This list contains replaceable parts used in 099230 02 Shoulder Screw your fireplace When ordering parts follow 098304 01 Screw 10 x 3 8 the instructions listed under Replacement f 107178 02 Burner Parts on page 25 of this manual 103209 03 Louvered Door 102635 02CK Left and Right Side Front 103209 01 Brass Top Louver 104281 01CJ Firebox Hood 102638 01 Firebox Top 103778 01 ODS Pilot Assembly 102460 01 Firebox Wrapper 104322 01 Burner Tube 104335 01CK Outer Shell Base 102649 02CK Branch Support 102445 01 Piezo 099387 13 Pilot Tube 098271 07 Ignitor Cable 107186 01 Injector 101006 02 Pilot Bracket 098249 01 Nut M5 103781 02 Gas Valve 102639 01 Baffle 101628 01 Flexible Connector 104305 01 Control Shield 103295 03CJ Screen Assembly 107153 01 Log Set Kit 104313 01 Right Hinge 104313 02 Left Hinge M10908 2 Hinge Screws 103734 01 Burner Support M11084 26 Hex Head 10 x 38 097809 02 Connector Male 101629 01 Bushing 101629 02 Bushing M12461 26 Gas Valve Screws 103587 02CK
44. ireplace see Figure 24 3 Route flexible gas line provided by installer from equipment shutoff valve into fireplace through side or rear ac cess holes in outer casing Route flex ible gas supply line through fireplace access holes in outer casing NOTICE Most building codes do not permit concealed gas con nections A flexible gas line see Figure 25 is provided to allow accessibility from the fireplace The flexible gas supply line con nection to the equipment shutoff valve should be accessible 4 Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads of gas connector attached to flexible gas line see Figure 25 Con nect flexible gas line to flexible gas line attached to gas valve of fireplace see Figure 25 5 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections page 15 6 Replace branch support back into fire place Feed flexible gas line into fire place base area while replacing branch support Make sure the entire flexible gas line is in fireplace base area Reat tach branch support to fireplace with screws removed in step 2 A CAUTION Avoid damage to regulator Hold gas regulator with wrench when connecting itto gas piping and or fittings Shoulder Screw Equipment shutoff valve For more information visit www desatech com 14 Flexible Gas Line from Equipment Shutoff Valve Provided by Installer SE RORY Fr RRR TRER 2I REL
45. lief clamp not supplied to secure incoming electrical supply 2 Follow steps 2 through 6 in Installing Blower Assembly page 11 3 A licensed electrician must follow the wiring diagram to connect incoming electrical supply to fan kit wiring har ness see Figure 19 4 Plug power cord to the outlet receptacle not provided as shown in Figure 20 Wind the extra cable in power cord and and tie it up with the plastic wire strap Fan Switch Auto Off On Auto Off eO 110 115 V A C Blue Thermostat Switch Blue Blower G see Figure 20 Set the cable bundle between the burner bracket and outer casing away from the burner 5 Test to make sure the blower is work ing properly 6 Reinstall upper louver assembly see Fig ure 15 page 11 and close lower louver Extension Cord Use extension cord if needed The cord must have a three prong grounding plug and a three hole receptacle Make sure cord is in good shape It must be heavy enough to carry the current needed An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage This will result in loss of power and overheating Use a No 16 AWG cord for lengths less than 50 feet Figure 19 Wiring Diagram For Blower Accessory Built In Installation Blower Bracket Assembly Screw Plastic Wire Wire Harness Strap Receptacle Not Supplied Wire Harness not in
46. llowing Turn control knob clockwise to the PILOT position a e Use remote control manual OFF button Set selector switch in the OFF position E MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE 1 Follow steps 1 through 6 under Light ing Instructions page 18 2 Depress control knob and light pilot with match 3 Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob Now follow steps 9 through 11 page 18 107034 OWNER S MANUAL i OPTIONAL REMOTE OPERATION Note All remote control accessories must be purchased separately see Accessories pages 28 and 29 Follow installation in structions on page 16 of this manual Thermostat Control Operation Optional GHRCTA Series Only The thermostat control setting on the remote controlunit can beset to any comfort level between WARMER and COOLER The burner will turn on and off automatically to maintain the comfort level you select The ideal comfort setting will vary by household depending upon the amount of space to be heated the output of the cen tral heating system etc For wall thermostat operation follow in struction supplied with thermostat acces sory GWMTI For wall switch operation follow instructions supplied with GWMS2 NOTICE You must light the pilot before using the hand held re mote control unit See Lighting Instructions on page 18 1 After lighting let pilot flame burn for about one minute Turn
47. n window and or door for ventilation Contact local natural gas company Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 21 Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page Control valve defective Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 15 Replace control valve Gas odor during combustion Foreign matter between control valve and burner Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page www desatech com For more information visit www desatech com 24 Take apart gas tubing and remove for eign matter Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 15 107034 SPECIFICATIONS Btu Variable Type Gas Ignition Manifold Pressure Inlet Gas Pressure in of water Maximum Minimum Dimensions Inches H x W x D Fireplace including hood and screws Carton Weight pounds Fireplace Shipping For purposes of input adjustment SERVICE HINTS When Gas Pressure Is Too Low pilot will not stay lit burner will have delayed ignition fireplace will not produce specified heat propane LP gas supply may be low When Gas Quality Is Bad pilot will not stay lit burner will produce flames and soot fireplace will backfire when lit You may feel your gas pressure is too low or gas quality is bad If so contact your local propane LP gas supplier 1070
48. nces from the side of the fireplace cabinet to any combustible material and wall should follow diagram in Figure 7 Example The face of a mantel book shelf etc is made of combustible ma terial and protrudes 3 2 from the wall This combustible material must be 4 from the side of the fireplace opening see Figure 7 B Clearances from the top of the fireplace opening to the ceiling should not be less than 42 inches C For mantel clearances see Figure 11 on page 10 12 4 10 2 834 Example 7 5 3 2 13 4 7 8 7 6 6 8 10 12 14 16 FIREBOX 5 2 4 NCHES INCHES Minimum 16 inches from Side Wall Figure 7 Minimum Clearance for Combustible to Wall 107034 INSTALLATION Continued BUILT IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Built in installation of this fireplace involves installing fireplace into a framed in enclo sure This makes the front of fireplace flush with wall An optional brass trim kit acces sory is available see Accessories pages 28 and 29 Brass trim will extend past sides of fireplace approximately 1 2 inch This will cover the rough edges of the wall opening If installing a built in mantel above the fireplace but you must follow the clear ances shown in Figure 11 page 10 Follow the instructions below to install the fireplace in this manner Actual Framing Height 26 26 7 3 Front Width 26 3 4 26 fs
49. ned and Unconfined Space The National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223 1 defines a confined space as a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8 m per kw of the aggre gate input rating of all appliances installed in that space and an unconfined space as a space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8 m per kw of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space Rooms communicating directly with the space in which the appliances are installed through openings not furnished with doors are con sidered a part of the unconfined space This heater shall not be installed in a con fined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air Adjoining rooms are communicating only if there are doorless passageways or ventila tion grills between them Continued 5 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD VMH26PRA COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued DETERMINING FRESH AIR FLOW FOR FIREPLACE LOCATION Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Use this worksheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space Space Includes the room in which you will install fireplace plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms 1 Determine the volume of the space length x width x h
50. odor less An odor making agent is added to pro pane LP gas The odor helps you detect a propane LP gas leak However the odor added to propane LP gas can fade Propane LP 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 Ay WARNING Any change to this fireplace or its controls can be dangerous AX WARNING Do not allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns Ceiling fans can create drafts that alter burner flame patterns Altered burner patterns can cause sooting WARNING Donotuseablower insert heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with this fireplace Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the appliance Never place any objects on the heater Fireplace front and screen be comes very hot when running fireplace Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing ignition Fireplace will remain hot for a time after shutdown Allow sur faces to cool before touching Carefully supervise young chil dren when they are in same room with fireplace You must operate this fireplace with th
51. oming gas pressure to between 11 and 14 inches of water If you do not reduce incoming gas pressure fireplace regulator damage could occur Install external regu lator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 22 Pointing the vent down pro tects it from freezing rain or sleet A CAUTION Use only new black iron or steel pipe Inter nally tinned copper tubing may be used in certain areas Check your local codes Use pipe of 1 2 or greater diameter to allow proper gas volume to fireplace If pipe is too small undue loss of pressure will occur External Regulator Propane LP Supply Tank uty VES Se EA Vent Pointing Down Figure 22 External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down From External Regulator 11 W C to 14 W C Pressure A 3 Minimum Figure 23 Gas Connection Cap Sediment Trap Installation mustinclude a 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 23 IMPORTANT Install equipment shutoff valve in an accessible location The equip ment shutoff valve is for turning on or shutting off the gas to the appliance Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads This will prevent excess sealant from going into pipe Excess sealant in pipe could result in clogged fireplace valves A CAUTION Use pipe joint seal
52. on wall thermostat to the desired setting The 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 tempera ture for a minimum of 30 minutes for proper operation Seeinstallationinstruc tions on pages 16 and 17 of this manual GWMS2 WALL MOUNTED SWITCH OPTIONAL Make sure the heater switch is on AUTO This wall switch works just like the con ventional light switch Flip the switch up for on and down for off Note Make sure that this switch is not in aposition to be mistaken for alight switch This may result in the heater being inad vertently turned on without the proper precautions being taken See installation instructions on page 17 of this manual ll OPERATING BLOWER MI This blower has three settings ON OFF and AUTO In the ON position the blower will operate constantly In the OFF posi tion the blower will not operate In the AUTO position the blower will start when thethermostat senses a sufficient increase in firebox temperature Note Your fireplace and thermostat blower will not turn on and off at the same time The fireplace may run for several minutes before the blower turns on After the heater modulates to the pilot position the blower will continue to run The blower will shut off after the firebox temperature decreases Note It is safe to operate fireplace with blower turned
53. or personal injury ASSEMBLING FIREPLACE Tools Required Phillips screwdriver 5 16 hex wrench slotted screwdriver scissors Installing Log 1 Lift screen up and pull out to remove 2 Cuttwo plastic straps to remove the log from the firebox cavity 3 An optional blower is available See Ac cessories pages 28 and 29 Install op 1 tional blower now Follow installation instructions provided with blower 2 4 Remove log packaging material and discard packaging Gently place log set on burner support see Figure 3 The 3 log should fit flat against top of burner i support and log locators fit into the slots under the log Do not allow log to con tact flame If flame contacts log soot will be created 5 Reattach screen by placing the notches in the screen frame over the shoulder screws and pushing down Screen VUE Log Figure 3 Assembling Fireplace Assembling Hood Locate four black phillips sheet metal screws from the hardware packet Rotate hood as shown in Figure 4 Make sure hood tabs point toward fireplace Insert hood tabs between baffle and louvers see Figure 4 Figure 4 Assembling Hood For more information visit www desatech com A 6 Shoulder Screw Burner Support Branch Support Gently rotate hood to upright position Make sure hood tabs are behind lou vers and hood is resting on firebox top see Figure 4 Align scre
54. pe the cabi net to remove dust 21 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD VMH26PRA COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE TROUBLESHOOTING Note For additional help visit DESA International s technical service web site at www desatech com Note All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation OBSERVED PROBLEM AX WARNING Turn off heater and let cool before servicing Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater A CAUTION Never use a wire needle or similar object to clean ODS pilot This can damage ODS pilot unit POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed there is no spark at ODS pilot 1 2 NIAMS Ignitor electrode not connected to igni tor cable Ignitor cable pinched or wet Piezo ignitor nut is loose Broken ignitor cable Bad piezo ignitor Ignitor electrode broken Ignitor electrode positioned wrong 1 Reconnect ignitor cable Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry Tighten nut holding piezo ignitor to base panel of log set Nut is located behind base panel Replace ignitor cable Replace piezo ignitor Replace piezo ignitor Replace piezo ignitor When ignitor button is pressed there is spark at ODS pilot but no ignition W NN Gas supply turned off or equipment shutoff valve closed Control knob not in
55. ps direct sunlight fireplace or heat and air conditioning ducts Gently remove the cover of the ther mostat from the base Grasp the sides of the cover firmly and pull to separate from the base Feed the electrical wires through the rectangular slots on each side of the base see Figure 34 page 17 A WARNING Do not connect the thermostat to a power source Electrical shock and or a fire haz ard will occur 107034 INSTALLATION Continued 6 10 11 Switch on Gas Heater Connect one bare wire end to each ter minal W and R of the thermostat base see Figure 35 Install the base onto the wall with the provided screws Move the temperature adjustment back and forth to insure the bimetal is free from restrictions Replace the cover onto the base Upon installation the thermostat must be al lowed to stabilize at room temperature for a minimum of 30 minutes for proper operation Set switch on heater to Auto position Set the temperature adjustment to the desired setting This thermostat has been electronically calibrated at the factory No adjustment or leveling is necessary Control Valve To Wall Thermostat or Switch terminal of 25 ft wire Figure 33 Connecting Wire Terminals Feed wires through rectangular slots Jnr 9 2 e Figure 34 Back View of Thermostat Base 107034 Terminal W Term
56. rm ing show a leak 5 Correct all leaks at once 6 Reconnect heater equipment shutoff valve to gas supply Check reconnected fittings for leaks 107034 OWNER S MANUAL Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Close equipment shutoff valve see Figure 26 2 Pressurize supply piping system by ei ther using compressed air or opening propane LP supply tank valve 3 Check all joints from propane LP sup ply tank to equipment shutoff valve see Figure 27 Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak 4 Correct all leaks at once Equipment Open Shutoff Valve Closed Figure 26 Equipment Shutoff Valve Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections 1 Open equipment shutoff valve see Figure 26 Open propane LP supply tank valve Make sure control knob of fireplace is in the OFF position 4 Check all joints from equipment shutoff valve to thermostat gas valve see Fig ure 27 Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles form ing show a leak 5 Correct all leaks at once Light fireplace see Operating Fire place pages 18 through 20 Check all other internal joints for leaks 7 Turn off fireplace see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 19 8 Replace front panel
57. step Press in and turn control knob coun terclockwise y to the PILOT position Press in control knob for five 5 seconds see Figure 36 Note You may be running this heater for the first time after hook ing up to gas supply If so the con trol knob may need to be pressed in for 30 seconds or more This will al low air to bleed from the gas system level between HI and LO A CAUTION Do nottry to adjust heating levels by using the equip ment shutoff valve AX WARNING Make sure the selector switch is in the OFF po sition when you are away from home for long periods of time Heater will come on automati cally with selector switch in the ON position Selector AUTO Switch in ON Adjustment OFF Position Ignitor ies Control Knob Knob Figure 36 Control Knob and Ignitor Button Location Shown as Supplied No Control Options PS Flame For more information visit www desatech com 18 107034 OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued Pilot Burner Ignitor Electrode Figure 37 Pilot B TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Heater 1 Turn control knob clockwise to the OFF position 2a Set selector switch in the OFF position 2b If Using Optional Hand Held Re mote Set selector switch in the OFF position to keep from draining battery Shutting Off Burner Only pilot stays lit You may shut off the burner and keep the pilot lit by doing one of the fo
58. tering the attic will activate the power vent Figure 6 Ventilation Air from Outdoors Shown with Optional Mantel 107034 7 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD VMH26PRA COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE INSTALLATION NOTICE This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat Use this heater along with your pri mary heating system Do not in stall this heater as your primary heat source If you have a central heating system you may run system s circulating blower while using heater This will help circu late the heat throughout the house In the event of a power outage you can use this heater as your primary heat source AX WARNING A qualified ser vice person must install fireplace Follow all local codes AX WARNING Never install the fireplace in a bedroom or a bathroom inarecreational vehicle where curtains furniture clothing or other flammable objects are less than 36 inches from the front top or sides of the fireplace asa fireplace insert e in high traffic areas in windy or drafty areas A CAUTION This fireplace cre ates warmair currents These cur rents move heat to wall surfaces next to fireplace Installing fire place next to vinyl or cloth wall coverings or operat
59. w holes on hood with screw holes on firebox top Insert screws as shown in Figure 4 Tighten screws firmly Louver wel Hood Hood Tab SC Battle oe SheetMetal Screws Firebox Top 107034 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AX WARNING This heater shall notbeinstalled in a confined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided foradequate combustion and ven tilation air Read the following in structions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel burning appliances in your home Today s homes are built more energy effi cient than ever New materials increased insulation and new construction methods helpreduce heatlossin homes Home owners weather strip and caulk around windows and doors to keep the cold air out and the warm air in During heating months home owners want their homes as airtight as possible While it is good to make your home energy efficient your home needs to breathe Fresh air must enter your home All fuel burning appliances need fresh air for proper com bustion and ventilation Exhaust fans fireplaces clothes dryers and fuel burning appliances draw air from the house to operate You must provide ad equate fresh air for these appliances This will insure proper venting of vented fuel burning appliances 107034 OWNER S MANUAL PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION The following are excerpts from National Fuel Gas
60. w the direc tions on the can If you don t follow direc tions on the can you could damage the pilot assembly 1 Shut off the unit including the pilot Allow the unit to cool for at least thirty minutes 2 Inspect burner pilot and primary air inlet holes on injector holder for dust and dirt see Figure 45 3 Blow air through the ports slots and holes in the burner 4 Checkthe injector holder located at the end of the burner tube again Remove any large particles of dust dirt lint or pet hair with a soft cloth or vacuum cleaner nozzle 5 Blow air into the primary air holes on the injector holder 6 Incase any large clumps of dust have now been pushed into the burner repeat steps 3 and 4 Clean the pilot assembly also A yellow tip on the pilot flame indicates dust and dirt in the pilot assembly There is a small pilot air inlet hole about two inches from where the pilot flame comes out of the pilot assembly see Figure 46 With the unit off lightly blow air through the air inlet hole You may blow through adrinking straw if compressed air is not available Injector Holder Burner Tube Primary Air Inlet Holes Figure 45 Injector Holder On Outlet Burner Tube Pilot Air Inlet Hole Pilot Assembly Figure 46 Pilot Inlet Air Hole CABINET Air Passageways Use a vacuum cleaner or pressurized air to clean Exterior Use a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water mixture Wi

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