Desa VVSR18 User's Manual
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1. Installation must include a manual 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 log set see Figure 6 Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads This will prevent excess sealant from going into pipe Excess sealantin pipe could result in a clogged burner injector CAUTION Use pipe joint seal ant that is resistant to liquid pe troleum LP gas Install sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 6 Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning Locate sediment trap where trapped matter is not likely to freeze A sediment trap traps moisture and contaminants This keeps them from going into log set controls If sediment trap is not installed or is installed wrong log set may not run properly Approved Flexible Gas Hose if allowed by local codes Q A G A Design Certified Manual Shutoff Valve With 1 8 NPT Tap 3 Minimum bU 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 for a leak Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System Test Pressures In Excess Of 1 2 PSIG 1 Disconnect log set and its individual manu2. VANGUARD VENTED NATURAL GAS LOGS TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed there is no spark at pilot GA9000 Only 1 Ignitor electrode not connected to igni tor cable 2 Ignitor cable pinched or wet W Bad ground on piezo ignitor Broken ignitor cable Bad piezo ignitor Ignitor electrode broken Ignitor electrode positioned wrong YAW A 1 Reconnect ignitor cable 2 Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry 3 Scrape away paint on bracket for better contact with ground on piezo ignitor Replace ignitor cable Replace piezo ignitor Replace electrode Reposition electrode otn When ignitor button is pressed there is spark at pilot butno ignition GA9000 Only Gas supply turned off or manual shutoff valve closed Control knob not in PILOT position Control knob not pressed in while in PILOT position 4 Airin gas lines when installed WN 5 Pilot adjustment screw closed 6 Pilot is clogged 7 Low gas pressure 1 Turn on gas supply or open manual shutoff valve Turn control knob to PILOT position Press in control knob while in PILOT position 4 Continue holding down control knob Repeat igniting operation until air is re moved 5 Adjust pilot flame for approximately 2 blue flame 6 Clean pilot see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 20 or replace pilot
3. Accessories page 20 VANGUARD VENTED NATURAL GAS LOGS AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION WARNING This appliance shall not be installed in a con fined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate com bustion and ventilation air Read the following instructions to in sure 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 itis 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 PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION The following are excerpts from National Fuel Gas 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
4. Any modifications to this kit or use of unauthorized components or ac cessory items will void the manufacturer s warranty and may result in a hazardous condition FLUE OPENING SPECIFICATIONS Note This vented appliance must be in stalled only in a solid fuel burning fireplace with a working flue and constructed of non combustible material The charts in Figure 4 indicate technical information regarding the installation of your gas log set Please make sure that all of the specifications shown are applicable be fore installation is attempted The fireplace must include a working flue and venting system with the minimum open ings shown in the Figure 4 901265 Figure 4 Technical Information Charts CHECK GAS TYPE Use only natural gas If your gas supply is not natural gas you must install ON OFF Safety Valve Pilot Kit see Accessories page 20 Call dealer where you bought log set If the fireplace does not have a gas supply shut off valve one must be installed VENTING SPECIFICATIONS FOR INSTALLATION The fireplace chimney flue and vent must be drafting properly To check the vent for proper drafting Light a tightly rolled news paper on one end and place it at the inside front edge of the fireplace Observe the smoke and be sure the vent is properly drawing it up the chimney If the smoke sp
5. Pilot Injector Figure 17 Installing Propane LP Pilot Orifice TESTING BURNER FOR LEAKS 1 Generously apply soapy solution to all connections WARNING Never check for gas leaks with open flame 2 Lightthe burner with the shutoff valve no more than half open and holding a match slightly in front of the pan see Lighting Instructions page 12 3 Inspectall connections for bubbles raw gas odor or flame from any area other than the burner leaks If leaks are de tected shut off the gas valve immedi ately Tighten or reassemble the loose connection s using pipe joint com pound until burner system is leak free 901265 OWNER S MANUAL 4 When the burner is tested and leak free Observe the individual tongues of flame on the burner Note The burner design includes more ports on the outside of the bar Make sure that all ports are clear and producing flame evenly across the burner If any ports appear blocked clear them by removing the burner manifold and reaming the ports with a modified paper clip or other suitable tool 5 When finished testing turn the gas shutoff valve OFF to extinguish all flames ADDING PAN MATERIAL 1 Open the bag of ash bed material ver miculite and spread it evenly across the burner pan to the top You may over flow the front and sides of the pan to cover the entire pan and connecting hardware Do not cover GA9000 or GA9100 valve 2 Open the glowing embers
6. adjoining unconfined space The combined spaces must have enough fresh air to supply all appliances in both spaces Ventilation Air From Outdoors Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation 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 include attics and crawl spaces 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 IMPORTANT Do not provide openings for inlet or outlet air into attic if attic has a thermostat controlled power vent Heated air entering the attic will activate the power vent Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Room Option 1 Or Remove Door into Adjoining Room Option O 3 Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Room Option 2 Figure 2 Ventilation Air from Inside Building Outlet Air Ventilated Attic Outlet Air Inlet Air To Attic E Inlet Air Ventilated Crawl Space Figure 3 Ventilation Air from Outdoors 901265 OWNER S MANUAL I N STAL LAT I O N Btu Input Btu Input Minimum MODEL DESCRIPTION Natural Gas Propane Gas Vent Opening A CAUTION Do not remove VVSR18 18 Single Burner 50 000 40 000 8 dia the
7. and evenly cover the ash bed material vermicu lite in the burner pan INSTALLING THE GRATE AND LOGS 1 Place the grate over the burner pan where the two outer horizontal supports on the grate fit into the two pan posi tioning notches in the rear vertical edge of the pan 2 Slide the two rear log grate steps over the two outer horizontal supports on the grate as shown in Figure 18 3 Place the back log on the grate onto the grate steps see Figure 19 4 Place the front log s on the grate and slide forward against the front bars on the grate see Figure 19 Grate Steps Grate Figure 18 Installing Grate Pan Material Not Shown 11 5 Place the smaller top logs onto the bot tom logs see Figure 20 Leave as much open space between logs as pos sible to minimize flame impingement and sooting Note Logs may chip if they are handled roughly or if hit to gether while being placed Hanover Round Oak Logs Figure 19 Installing Front and Back Logs Number and style of your logs may vary Figure 20 Placement of Top Logs Kingston Split Oak Logs Shown VANGUARD VENTED NATURAL GAS LOGS OPERATING APPLIANCE FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING Keep flue open when operating unit WARNING If you do not fol low these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result caus ing property damage personal injury or loss of life BEFORE LIGHT
8. black If you have a 24 log set the orifice is al ready installed inside the fitting 3 For an 18 or 30 set use a 10mm socket or nut driver to remove the ori fice from the propane LP burner inlet fiting Choose the correct orifice for your log set size and install in place of the orifice you just removed 4 Using thread sealant resistant to the action of propane LP gas on larger end of fitting screw the burner inlet fitting through hole and into burner manifold Tighten using a wrench 5 Follow steps 1 through 12 under Natu ral Gas Installation pages 9 and 10 Injector for Injector for Natural Gas L Propane LP g g Gas NATURAL PROPANE GAS LP GAS FITTING FITTING Figure 15 Burner Inlet Fittings with Injectors Burner Inlet Fitting for Natural Gas Figure 16 Remove Burner Inlet Fitting 901265 INSTALLATION Continued Changing Pilot Orifice The pilot is provided with a natural gas orifice installed For propane LP gas you must remove it and replace it with an pro pane LP orifice The hardware kit contains an propane LP orifice with a red stripe for converting the pilot 1 Gently loosen and remove the pilot line connection from the bracket see Figure 17 2 Replace the injector see Figure 17 with the propane LP pilot injector with the red stripe 3 Replace and tighten the pilot line to the bracket 4 Continue with step 3 under Natural Gas Installation pages 9 and 10
9. metal data plates attached VVSR24 24 Single Burner 60 000 50 000 8 dia to the burner pan Thedataplates wupRis 18 Dual Burner 55 000 45 000 8 dia contain important warranty in formation VVDR24 24 Dual Burner 65 000 55 000 8 dia VVDR30 30 Dual Burner 70 000 60 000 8 dia A WARNING Before installing in a solid fuel burning fireplace MINIMUM FIREBOX SIZES the chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned of soot creosote LOG FRONT BACK ashes and loose paint by a quali SIZE WIDTH WIDTH DEPTH HEIGHT fied chimney cleaner Creosote 18 28 16 14 18 willignite if highly heated A dirty d chimney flue may create and dis 24 29 17 15 e 18 tribute soot within the house In 30 36 27 18 18 spect chimney flue for damage Add 6 if safety valve pilot is used NOTICE Installation service and l Sk BIN repair of this appliance must be t A lified install FUEL INLET PRESSURE BURMERIORIEIGE performed by a qualified installer service agency company or gas SPECIFICATIONS W C LOG NATURAL PROPANE LP supplier experienced with this Min Max SIZE IN NUM IN NUM type of gas appliance Only fac 18 120 31 073 49 tory authorized componentslisted NG 5 5 10 5 24 129 30 086 44 in these instructions may be used LP 11 13 in accordance with the 30 1405 28 089 43 manufacturer s instructions and all codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction
10. 01076 01 PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 901156 01 901155 01 901036 01 901265 01 901063 01 901057 01 901066 01 901064 03 901209 02 901 137 02 901242 01 901232 01 901431 01 901246 02 901681 01 901078 01 901076 01 901156 01 901155 01 901036 01 901265 01 901063 01 901057 01 901066 01 901064 04 901209 03 901137 03 901242 01 901232 01 901431 01 901246 03 901681 01 901078 01 901076 01 901156 01 901155 01 901036 01 901265 01 Brass 3 8 FLR x 1 2 FPT Elbow Brass 3 8 FLR x 3 8 FPT Elbow Brass Air Mixer Natural Gas Natural Gas Injector Burner Manifold Burner Pan Damper Clamp Std Assembly Gas Line 12 Aluminum Grate Steps Log Grate Burner Strap Nut 8 32 Screw 8 32 x 3 8 125 Bag Embers 1 5 Bag Ash Bed Material Vermiculite Aluminum Rating Plate Generic Instruction Manual V G RGA 2 72 ap Se nnnc VANGUARD VENTED NATURAL GAS LOGS ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN LOG SET MODELS VSLR18 VSLR24 VDLCR18 VDLCR24 AND VDLCR30 Kingston Split Oak Logs Hanover Round Oak Logs 18 901265 OWNER S MANUAL PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your log set When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 20 of this manual LOG SET MODELS VSLR18 VSLR24 VDLCR18 VDLCR24 AND VDLCR30 KEY PART NUMBER FOR NO VSLR18 VSLR24 VDLCR18 VDLCR24 VDLCR30 DESCRIPTION QTY 901565 02 9015
11. 1 Burner Pan Assembly Burner Inlet Fitting Control Rod Figure 11 Installing Gas Control Valve Continued VANGUARD VENTED NATURAL GAS LOGS INSTALLATION Continued 2 Attach the pilot gas line to the pilot out let of the gas control valve and tighten Connect the thermocouple to the rear of the gas control valve See Figure 12 Do not overtighten If using propane LP gas see Changing Pilot Orifice page 11 3 Install the inlet fitting into the inlet opening of the gas control valve see Figure 13 Use thread sealant on the male pipe threads 4 Place the burner pan assembly in the center of the fireplace floor Make sure the front of pan faces forward 5 Thread the gas supply fitting to the fire place gas supply pipe Adjust to most convenient position 6 Install the gas connector tube to the gas supply fitting Carefully shape tube to attach to adapter fitting Be careful not to cause kinks in tube 7 Test for leaks following instructions under Testing Burner for Leaks page 11 8 Retighten and adjust the location of the gas control as necessary The gas con trol should be level with the control rod to the front 9 Install cover to burner pan using screws provided 10 Install thermocouple pilot and ignitor onto valve cover as shown in Figure 14 Use the provided screws 11 Push the control rod extension onto the D shaped control rod through the cen ter hole in the cov
12. 66 02 901567 02 Bottom Rear 901603 01 901604 01 901604 04 Bottom Front 901593 01 901594 01 901595 01 Bottom Front 901580 02 VR 11 VC Top Log 901588 01 901588 01 901588 01 VS 12 Top Log 901592 01 901592 01 VCR 12 Top Log 901591 02 901591 02 901591 02 VCR 11 VC Top Log 901551 03 901551 03 901551 03 CHR 13 VC Top Log 901587 01 901587 01 901587 01 VCR 9 Top Log 901625 03 901626 03 Bottom Rear 901583 01 901584 01 Bottom Front 901541 02 901541 02 CPR 13 VR Top Log 901580 01 901580 01 VR 11 VR Top Log 901579 01 901579 01 VR 10Y Top Log 901578 01 VR 10 Top Log 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 901265 19 VANGUARD VENTED NATURAL GAS LOGS CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Keep the area around the log set clean and clear of debris Occasionally you may use a soft bristle brush to clean logs Once every year a qualified agency or certified chimney sweep should exam ine and clean the venting system of the fireplace 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 Techni cal Service Department at 1 800 323 5190 When calling DESA In ternational have ready your name and address model and serial numbers of your log set how log set was malfunctioning type
13. 8 m per kw of the aggregate 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 in stalled through openings not furnished with doors are considered a part of the unconfined space This log set 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 901265 OWNER S MANUAL AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued DETERMINING FRESH AIR FLOW FOR APPLIANCE LOCATION Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Use this work sheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space Space Includes the room in which you will install appliance plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms 1 Determine the volume of the space length x width x height 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 ad
14. Burner Manifold Burner Clamp Screw 8 Burner Inlet Fitting Figure 9 Installing Burner Installation and Gas Connection Place the burner pan assembly in the center of the fireplace floor Make sure the front of pan faces forward Thread the gas supply fitting to the fireplace gas supply pipe Use thread sealant 3 Install adapter fitting onto the burner inlet fitting using thread sealant on male threads of burner inlet fitting see Figure 10 Adjust to most con venient position 4 Install the gas connector tube to the gas supply fitting Carefully shape tube to attach to adapter fitting Be careful not to cause kinks in tube Gas Connector Tube Burner Pan Adapter Assembly Facing Fitting Front of Fireplace Figure 10 Connecting Gas to Appliance OPTIONAL GA9000 ON OFF SAFETY VALVE PILOT KIT ASSEMBLY For additional convenience and safety or for propane LP conversion an optional ON OFF safety valve pilot kit is available See Accessories page 20 A WARNING You must use a ON OFF safety valve pilot kit for propane LP conversion Natural Gas Installation 1 Thread the gas control valve onto the burner inlet fitting see Figure 11 Use thread sealant on the male threads of the burner inlet fitting Hold the burner inlet fitting with a wrench to prevent overtightening the connection to the burner Make sure the control rod is facing the front see Figure 1
15. Construction 2 Unconfined Space 3 Confined Space The information on pages 4 through 6 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 6x10 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 6 If your home does not meet all of the three criteria above proceed to De termining Fresh Air Flow For Appli ance Location page 5 Confined and Unconfined Space The National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223 1 1992 Section 5 3 defines a confined space as a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4
16. ING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electric switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department e LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1 STOP Read the safety information above 2 Turn the gas shutoff valve to OFF 3 Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas If you then smell gas STOP Fol low the safety information above If you don t smell gas go on to the next step 4 Light a match and lay it on top of the pan material about 2 from the end of the supply side of the pan 5 Slowly turn the gas shutoff valve ON until the burner ignites If the burner doesn t ignite within 10 seconds with the match burning turn the shutoff valve OFF and repeat steps 1 through 4 again GAS SHUTOFF VALVE OPERATION Flame Adjustment 1 Adjust the flame ON OFF by turn ing the gas shutoff valve counter clockwise to open or clock wise to close as necessary Shutting Off Appliance 1 Turn gas shutoff valve clockwise N to the OFF position um CURING LOGS E During the 2 3 hour appliance break in period you may detect an odor from the appliance as the various paints
17. VANGUARD NATURAL GAS LOG VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCES OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL APPROVED TESTED AND LISTED BY CERTIFICATION USTING R In PECTIOn 45 WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life Donotstoreor 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 Donottouch any electrical switch do notuse any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e 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 Burner Models VVSR18 VVSR24 VVDR18 VVDR24 and VVDR30 For Use with Log Sets Hanover Round Oak Log Models VSLR18 and VSLR24 Kingston Split Oak Log Models VDLCR18 VDLCR24 Shown and VDLCR30 WARNING Improper installa tion adjustment alteration ser vice ormaintenance can cause injury or property damage Re fer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier WARNING This appliance is for installation onl
18. al shutoff valve from gas supply piping system 2 Cap off open end of gas pipe where manual shutoff valve was connected 3 Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed air or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter 4 Check all joints of gas supply piping system Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles form ing show a leak 5 Correct all leaks at once 6 Reconnect log set and manual shutoff valve to gas supply Check reconnected fittings for leaks From Gas Meter 5 W C to 10 5 W C Pressure Cap Pipe Nipple Tee Joint Sediment Trap Figure 9 Gas Connection Purchase the optional A G A design certified manual shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories page 20 Minimum inlet pressure for purpose of input adjustment 8 901265 INSTALLATION Continued Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 2 PSIG 1 Close manual shutoff valve see Fig ure 7 2 Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed air or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter 3 Check all joints from gas meter to manual shutoff valve see Figure 7 Apply mix ture of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak 4 Correct all leaks at once Manual Shutoff Valve 7 2 7 A A I D 77 fe Li Gas Meter z 7 7 Z 7 Lo 7 oP Figure 7 Checkin
19. and com pounds used in the manufacturing of this log set cure This is a normal and tempo rary situation that is not cause for alarm However you may want to provide extra ventilation to the room during this time To ensure proper curing of the logs e Ignite a 2 flame and maintain it for 1 hour Burn the logs in consecutive 1 hour pe riods raising the flame an additional 2 to full flame height for a total of three hours OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR GA9000 Note Operation instructions for GA9100 Remote Ready Valve Pilot Kit will be included with the kit 1 STOP Read the safety information column one this page 2 Make sure manual shutoff valve is fully open 3 Press in and turn control knob clock wise to the OFF position 4 Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas around log set and near floor If you smell gas STOP See Safety information page 2 and Air For Combustion And Ventila tion pages 4 through 6 If you don t smell gas go to the next step 5 Turn control knob counterclockwise to the PILOT position and press in Keep control knob pressed in for five 5 seconds Note You may be running this log set for the first time after hooking up to gas supply If so the control knob may need to be pressed in for 30 sec onds This will allow air to bleed from the gas system If control knob does not pop up when released contact a qualified service person or gas supplier fo
20. assembly 7 Replace gas control WN Pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released GA9000 Only 1 Control knob not fully pressed in 2 Control knob not pressed in long enough Manual 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 pilot 5 Thermocouple connection loose at con trol valve Thermocouple damaged Control valve damaged AU MO Press in control knob fully 2 After pilot lights keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds 3 Fully open manual shutoff valve 4 A Contact local natural gas company B Clean pilot see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 20 or replace pilot assembly 5 Hand tighten until snug then tighten 1 4 turn more 6 Replace thermocouple 7 Replace control valve Burner does not light after pilot is lit GA9000 Only 1 Burner orifice clogged 2 Inlet gas pressure is too low Burner orifice diameter is too small Thermocouple leads disconnected or im properly connected AU 1 Clean burner orifice 2 Contact local natural or propane LP gas company 3 Replace burner orifice 4 Reconnect leads Delayed ignition burner GA9000 Only 1 Pilot flame needs adjusting 2 Wrong pilot orifice www desatech com 14 1 Adjust pilot flame fo
21. ations at any time without notice The only warranty applicable is our standard written warranty We make no other warranty expressed or implied LIMITED WARRANTY VANGUARD VENTED GAS LOGS DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects on burner system for four 4 years and logs for a lifetime 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 log set 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 log set 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 an
22. d 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 Gas fireplace logs Btu Hr Example Gas water heater ___ Buhr Gas water heater 40 000 Btu Hr Gas furnace Buhr Gas fireplace logs 55 000 Btu Hr Vented gas heater Btu Hr Total 95 000 Btu Hr Vent free heater Btu Hr 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 95 000 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 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 Ven
23. eosote ashes and loose paint by a qualified chimney cleaner Creosote will ignite if highly heated Inspect chimney flue for damage You must operate this log set with a fire place screen in place Make sure fireplace screen is closed before running log set This log set is designed to be smoke less If logs ever appear to smoke turn off appliance and call a qualified ser vice person Note During initial op eration slight smoking could occur due to log curing and the burning of manu facturing residues You may wish to add more ventilation by opening a window To reduce the creation of soot follow the instructions in Cleaning and Main tenance page 20 Do not allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace Avoid any drafts that al ter burner flame patterns Ceiling fans can create drafts that alter burner flame patterns Altered burner patterns can increase sooting 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Do not use a blower insert heat ex changer insert or other accessory not approved for use with this log set This log set needs fresh outside air ven tilation to run properly See Air for Combustion and Ventilation pages 4 through 6 Do not run log set where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored under dusty conditions Do not burn solid fuel in the fireplace after installing the log set Do not use this log set to cook food or burn paper or other objects Log set becomes v
24. er 12 Install the position decal and control knob making sure to align the marks with the correct stop positions of the gas control Pilot position will allow the knob to push in about 1 2 Align the decals in the pilot position Thermocouple and Line Figure 12 Gas Control Valve with Ther mocouple and Pilot Gas Connector Tube Inlet Opening Gas Control Valve Gas Inlet Fitting Figure 13 Installing Inlet Fitting and Gas Connector Tube Thermocouple Screw A Sear NM 00 pilot Ignitor oe Valve Cover Control Piezo Ignitor Control Rod Knob Extension Figure 14 Installing Cover Control Knob and Piezo Ignitor Propane LP Gas Conversion To convert to propane LP gas the burner inlet fitting and pilot orifice must be re placed The propane LP burner inlet fitting is supplied with the orifice installed for a 24 log set If you have an 18 or 30 set you must change this orifice also See Figure 1 page 3 for product identification Burner Inlet Fitting 1 Remove the burner inlet fitting from the burner pan assembly DO NOT remove the orifice from this fitting The pro pane LP burner inlet fitting is included in the hardware kit see Figure 15 2 Besure to use the correct orifice for your appliance The hardware kit included with this appliance contains two orifices with a cone like shape If you have an 18 set the orifice for the burner inlet fitting is red for a 30 set it is
25. ers These include pregnant women people with heart or lung disease or anemia those under the influence of alcohol and those at high altitudes Natural Gas Natural gas is odorless An odor making agent is added to the gas The odor helps you detect a gas leak However the odor added to the gas can fade Gas may be present even though no odor exists Make certain you read and understand all Warnings Keep this manual for reference It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this log set L WARNING Any change tothis log set or its controls can be dangerous This appliance as supplied is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is con vertible for use with propane LP using the GA9000 or GA9100 pilot kit 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 Never install the log set inarecreational vehicle where curtains furniture clothing or other flammable objects are less than 42 inches from the front top or sides of the log set in high traffic areas in windy or drafty areas Before installing in a solid fuel burn ing fireplace the chimney flue and fire box must be cleaned of soot cr
26. ery hot when in use Keep children and adults away from hot surface to avoid burns or clothing igni tion Log set will remain hot for a time after shutdown Allow surface to cool before touching Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room with log set Do not use appliance if any part has been exposed to or under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to in spect the room appliance and to replace any part of the control system if using GA9000 or GA9100 and any gas con trol which has been under water To help prevent breakage new logs must be broken in see Curing Logs page 12 Turn log set off and let cool before ser vicing installing or repairing Only a qualified service person should install service or repair log set 901265 OWNER S MANUAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Grate Steps Burner Pan Burner Clamp Burner Inlet Fitting Burner Manifold Figure 1 Product ldentification VVDR24 Shown Hearth Kit Model Serial Number Log Set Model LOCAL CODES Install and use log set 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 UNPACKING A CAUTION Do not remove the metal data plates from the burner pan The data plates contain im portant product information Available from American National Standards Institute Inc 1 Remove lo
27. 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 8 Replace control valve Gas odor during combustion 901265 Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page www desatech com 15 Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 8 VANGUARD VENTED NATURAL GAS LOGS ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN VVSR18 Dn 9 VVSR24 VVDR18 l VVDR24 AND VVDR30 lt S Pos P Pod 1 F Po lt 4 2 16 901265 PARTS LIST VVSR18 VVSR24 VVDR18 VVDR24 AND VVDR30 KEY PART NUMBER FOR NO VVSR18 VVSR24 VVDR18 VVDR24 VVDR30 DESCRIPTION QTY ONoaRKRWD 901265 901063 01 901057 01 901066 01 901064 02 901208 01 901136 01 901242 01 901232 01 901430 01 901243 01 901156 01 901155 01 901036 01 901265 01 OWNER S MANUAL This list contains replaceable parts used in your log set When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 20 of this manual 901063 01 901057 01 901066 01 901064 03 901208 02 901136 02 901242 01 901232 01 901430 01 901243 02 901156 01 901155 01 901036 01 901265 01 901063 01 901057 01 901066 01 901064 02 901209 01 901137 01 901242 01 901232 01 901431 01 901246 01 901681 01 901078 01 9
28. g Gas Joints HEARTH KIT ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION Kit Assembly Note The following instructions apply to both standard single bar burners as well as dual flame U style burners Be sure all pipe threaded connections are tight and have thread compound to prevent leaks 1 Determine which side the gas line will be coming into the fireplace 2 Using a hammer and screw driver re move knockout plug from the side of the pan that corresponds to the gas line see Figure 8 Knock Out Plugs Burner Pan Assembly Facing Front of Fireplace Figure 8 Knock Out Plug Locations 901265 OWNER S MANUAL 3 Unscrew burner inlet fitting from burner manifold see Figure 9 4 Place burner manifold in pan with threaded opening facing open knock out plug 5 Using thread sealant resistant to the action of propane LP gas on larger end of fitting screw the burner inlet fitting through hole and into burner manifold Tighten using a wrench If using propane LP gas see Propane LP Gas Conversion page 10 Using burner clamp screw and nut pro vided assemble clamp to pan U style burners only This will hold the burner manifold in place 7 Ifusing optional GA9000 kit go to Op tional GA9000 On Off Safety Valve Pi lot Kit section for installation instruc tions If using optional GA9100 kit follow instructions included with kit for installation and operation Nut e
29. gs hearth kit pan materials 1430 Broadway and hardware from carton New York NY 10018 2 Remove all protective packaging ap National Fire Protection Association Inc plied to logs and base for shipment Batterymarch Park 3 Check all items for any shipping dam age If damaged promptly inform dealer where you bought the product Quincy MA 02269 901265 3 OPTIONAL PRODUCT FEATURES ON OFF SAFETY VALVE PILOT KIT AND PROPANE LP CONVERSION An optional valve safety pilot kit with a piezo ignitor is available for this appliance This system requires no matches batteries or other sources to light You must use this optional system for LP conversion See Ac cessories page 20 REMOTE CONTROL READY MILLIVOLT SAFETY VALVE PILOT KIT An optional millivolt valve safety pilot kit with a piezo ignitor is available for this appliance This system requires no matches batteries or other sources to light This system may be connected to a wall switch or hand held wireless remote control See Ac cessories page 20 REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES There is an optional hand held ON OFF remote control that can be purchased sepa rately for this log set You must use the millivolt valve safety pilot kit to use remote accessories with this appliance See Acces sories page 20 A wall switch is also available for this appliance You mustuse the millivolt valve safety pilot kit to use the wall switch with this appliance See
30. ills out into the room extinguish the flame and remove any obstruction until proper venting is achieved The chimney flue must remain open a mini mum of 3 at all times during the operation of this log set Continued VANGUARD VENTED NATURAL GAS LOGS INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING DAMPER CLAMP Secure the damper stop clamp provided to the leading edge of the damper as shown in Figure 5 If for any reason this clamp doesn t work on your fireplace another suitable clamp or permanent stop must be installed or the damper blade must be cut orremoved Damper Clamp N Sr Damper Damper Masonry Fireplace Manufactured Fireplace Damper Clamp Damper ee Figure 5 Attaching Damper Clamp CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY AX WARNING A qualified ser vice person must connect log set to gas supply Follow all local codes Installation Items Needed Before installing log set make sure you have the items listed below piping check local codes sealant resistant to Propane LP gas e manual shutoff valve test gauge connection adjustable crescent wrench or pliers sediment trap tee joint pipe wrench 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 diameter or greater to allow proper gas volume to log set If pipe is too small undue loss of pressure will occur
31. 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 Department at 1 800 972 7879 for referral information When calling DESA Interna tional have ready model number of your log set the replacement part number ACCESSORIES Purchase these log set accessories from your local dealer If they can not supply these accessories call DESA International s Parts Department at 1 800 972 7879 for referral information You can also write to the ad dress listed on the back page of this manual MANUAL SHUTOFF VALVE GA5010 Forall models Manual shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap Fits 1 2 NPT pipe RECEIVER AND HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROL KIT GHRC Series For all models Allows the gas log set to be turned on and off by using a hand held remote control Valve Pilot Kit GA9100 must be used with this remote WALL MOUNT ON OFF SWITCH GWMS2 Not Shown For all models Allows the gas log set to be turned on and off with a wall switch 20 ON OFF SAFETY VALVE PILOT KIT GA9000 Not Shown For all models Required for propane LP installation REMOTE READY VALVE PILOT KIT GA9100 Not Shown For all models INDIVIDUAL ROUND LOG GA9400 Not Shown For all models Use when m
32. ore logs are desired Carton of 6 INDIVIDUAL SPLIT LOG GA9500 Not Shown For all models Carton of 6 PINE CONES GA9600 Not Shown For all models Use for additional decora tion only Carton of 6 Boxes 3 pine cones per box ASH BED MATERIAL Vermiculite GA9700 Not Shown For all models Carton of 6 GLOWING EMBERS GA9900 Not Shown For all models Use for firebox decoration only SILICA SAND GA9800 Not Shown For all models Use for firebox decoration only Carton of 6 LAVA ROCK GA6066 Not Shown For all models Use for firebox decoration only 901265 ACCESSORIES Continued DECORATIVE ASH BED CONTROL COVER DABK Not Shown An attractive way to cover control knob and piezo ignitor 18 ORNAMENTAL GRATE ENHANCER GA9310 Not Shown For 18 models only Additional decoration for front grate 24 ORNAMENTAL GRATE ENHANCER GA9320 Not Shown For 24 models only Additional decoration for front grate 30 ORNAMENTAL GRATE ENHANCER GA9330 Not Shown For 30 models only Additional decoration for front grate 901265 21 OWNER S MANUAL VANGUARD VENTED NATURAL GAS LOGS NOTES OWNER S MANUAL NOTES 901265 23 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 specific
33. r repairs 6 With control knob pressed in push down and release ignitor button This will light pilot The pilot is attached to the rear of the front burner If needed keep pressing ignitor button until pilot lights Note If pilot does not stay lit con tact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs Until repairs are made light pilot with match 7 Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob Note If pilot goes out repeat steps 3 through 7 8 Turn control knob counterclockwise FK to the ON position Burner should light If burner does not light call a qualified service person Control Knob Pilot Ignitor Figure 21 Ignitor and Control Knob Thermo Pilot couple o 0 Figure 22 Thermocouple and Pilot 901265 OPERATING APPLIANCE Continued mS TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Appliance 1 Turn control knob clockwise N to the PILOT position 2 Press in and turn control clockwise to the OFF position Shutting Off Burner Only pilot stays lit Turn control knob clockwise N to the PILOT position 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 OWNER S MANUAL AX WARNING Turn off log set andletcoolbefo
34. r approximately 2 blue flame 2 Replace pilot orifice set 901265 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OWNER S MANUAL WARNING 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 Ifyoucannotreach your gas supplier call the fire department IMPORTANT Operating log set 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 Log Set produces a clicking ticking noise just after burner is lit or shut off 1 Metal expanding while heating or con tracting while cooling 1 This is common with most log sets If noise is excessive contact qualified ser vice person Log Set produces unwanted odors Log Set 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 flue to maximum Stop using odor causing products while log set is running Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 8 Gas odor
35. re servicing Only aqualified service person should service and repair log set POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Log set is smoking sooting excessively Note It is natural and unavoidable for Poor fuel quality 1 Contact local natural or propane LP gas company vented gas log sets to produce moderate 2 Fireplace venting system not drafting 2 Adjust damper wide open and or have levels of carbon soot where flames properly fireplace and venting professionally contact the logs This is especially true cleaned and checked with propane LP gas 3 Excessive flame impingement or 3 Separate the logs to allow more flame blockage passage 4 Improper fuel air mixture 4 Remove any foreign items from the flame pattern and or check for proper orifice sizing 5 Excessive gas supply pressure 5 Preheat flue in very cold weather Burner is excessively noisy 1 Passage of air gas across irregular sur 1 Relieve any tight bends or kinks in gas Note The movement and combustion of faces supply line gas will create low unavoidable levels of noise Burner flame is too low or too high 1 Incorrect gas supply or pressure 1 Check for proper gas supply pressure 2 Blocked burner orifice or burner mani 2 Free burner orifice and manifold ports fold ports of any burrs paint or other blockage 3 Improper burner orifice size 3 Verify proper burner orifice sizing see 901265 www desatech com 13 Figure 4 page 7 Continued
36. tilation Air From Inside Building page 6 B Vent room directly to the outdoors See Ventilation Air From Outdoors page 6 C Install a lower Btu Hr heater 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 appliance 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 2223 1 1992 Section 5 3 or applicable local codes Continued 901265 5 VANGUARD VENTED NATURAL GAS LOGS AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued VENTILATION AIR Ventilation Air From Inside Building This fresh air would come from an adjoining unconfined space When ventilating to an adjoining unconfined space you must pro 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 1 and 2 Figure 2 You can also remove door into adjoining room see op tion 3 Figure 2 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 AX WARNING Rework work sheet adding the space of the
37. y and all such other costs related to repairing a defective log set will be the responsibility of the owner TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THELAW OF THE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTIES AND LIMITS THE DURA TION OF ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO FOUR 4 YEARS ON BURNER SYSTEM AND A LIFETIME ON LOGS 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 NOT A UPC P
38. y in a solid fuel burning masonry or UL127 factory built fireplace con structed of noncombustible material and connected to a working flue See page 7 for minimum flue opening WARNING This is a gas fired appliance It uses air oxygen from the room in which it is installed Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided Refer to Air for Combustion and Ventilation section on page 4 of this manual This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by state or local codes Aftermarket Completion of sale not for purpose of resale from the manufacturer Save this manual for future reference VANGUARD VENTED NATURAL GAS LOGS SAFETY INFORMATION A WARNINGS WARNING Keep flue open when operating unit IMPORTANT Read this Owner s Manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble oper ate or service this log set Im properuseofthislog setcancause serious injury or death from burns fire explosion electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning AX DANGER Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning re semble the flu with headaches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs the log set may not be working properly Get fresh air at once Have log set serviced Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide than oth
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