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1. Figure 3 Ventilation Air from Inside Building Ventilation Air From Outdoors Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts You must provide two permanent 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 ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventilation grills or ducts 110112 01C www desatech com T AIR FOR CONBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued 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 gt gt Ventilated Atti Outlet ic Air N Outlet Air To Attic To Crawl Space Inlet Air Ventilated Inlet Air Crawl Space Figure 4 Ventilation Air from Outdoors INSTALLATION NOTICE This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat Use this heater along with your primary heating system Do not install this heater as your pri mary heat source If you have a central heating system you may run system s circulating blower while using heater This will help circulate the heatthroughoutthe house In the eve
2. If front and or middle burner flame patterns are incorrect as shown in Figure 44 turn heater off see To Turn Off Gas to Appli ance page 22 see Troubleshooting page 26 Figure 43 Correct Burner Flame Patterns Yellow Tipping At Top of Blue Flame Figure 44 Incorrect Burner Flame Patterns 24 www desatech com 110112 01C CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning CAUTION You must keep control areas burners and circulating air passageways of heater clean Inspect these areas of heater before each use Have heater inspected yearly by a qualified service person Heater may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting pet hair bedding material etc AX WARNING Failure to keep the primary air opening s of the burner s clean may resultin sooting and property damage CLEANING BURNER INJECTOR HOLDERS AND PILOT AIR INLET HOLES 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 create soot We recommend that you clean the unit every three months during operation and have heater inspected yearly by a qualified service person We also recommend that you keep the burner tubes and pilot assembly
3. WARNING Failure to posi tion the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury A CAUTION After installation and periodically thereafter check to ensure that no yellow flame comes in contact with any log With the heater set to HI check to see if flames contact any log Ifso reposition logs according to the loginstallation instructions in this manual Yellow flames con tacting logs will create soot It is very important to install the logs exactly as instructed Do not modify logs Only use logs sup plied with heater Before installing logs make sure log alignment screws are in place and straight 1 Place log 1 ember bed onto base over log alignment screws to the left of front burner and behind middle burner Log 1 will sit on top of front and middle burners see Figure 31 2 Place log 2 to right of log 1 and onto log alignment screw as shown in Figure 32 Log 2 will wrap around right end of rear burner Place log 3 on left side of base and onto alignment screw to right of rear burner see Figure 32 Log 3 will wrap around left end of rear burner 4 Place log 4 onto two alignment screws to rear of base see Figure 33 Figure 32 Installing Log 2 Right and Log 3 Left Figure 33 Installing Log 4 110112 01C www desatech com 19 INSTALLATION I
4. 5 Replacement Parts uu a 34 5 Wiring Diagram eeeem 34 Air for Combustion and Ventilation 5 SOnVice Hillls iie err cere ien 34 clu fc 8 Technical Servite cee 34 Operating Fireplace 21 _ _ _ _ e ener ina 35 Inspecting Burners eeeseeeeesss 24 A ei eet peine int riik 37 Cleaning and Maintenance 25 Warranty Informatio esisiini dasseni 40 www desatech com 110112 01C SAFETY INFORMATION A WARNING This productcon tains and or generates chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm IMPORTANT Read this owner s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble operate orservice this logset Improperuse of this log set can cause 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 resemble the flu with head aches 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 af
5. 110112 01C www desatech com 37 NOTES 38 www desatech com 110112 01C NOTES 110112 01C www desatech com 39 WARRANTY INFORMATION KEEP THIS WARRANTY Model Serial No Date Purchased Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice The only warranty applicable is our standard written warranty We make no other warranty expressed or implied LIMITED WARRANTY VENT FREE GAS FIREPLACE DESA Heating Products 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 heater to proper operating condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a DESA Authorized Service Center Warranty part s MUST be obtained through
6. Not a field replacement part 4 A ba N N 110112 01C www desatech com 33 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 Heating Products Technical Service Department at 1 866 672 6040 When calling DESA Heating Products have ready your name your address model and serial numbers of your fireplace how fireplace was malfunctioning type of gas used propane LP or natural gas purchase date Usually we will ask you to return the part to the factory PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product If they can t supply original replacement part s call DESA Heating Products at 1 866 672 6040 for referral information When calling DESA Heating Products have ready model number of your fireplace the replacement part number WIRING D SERVICE HINTS When Gas Pressure Is Too Low pilot will not stay lit burners will have delayed ignition heater will not produce specified heat for propane LP units propane LP gas supply may be low You may feel your gas pressure is too low If so contact your local natural or propane LP gas supplier TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about installation operation or t
7. 15 Create three openings in the mantel wall ac cording to Template 2 page 35 This is best done by making a pattern to work with on the mantel Carefully cut page 35 36 from manual and tape paper template vertically onto mantel wall at preferred location Pierce the paper at the centers of the 2 holes with a nail or sharp pencil leaving a mark on the wall Do the same at centers of the four circles near the corners of the rectangle Remove paper template from mantel wall Drill 1 8 pilot holes at each mark for top and bot tom screw holes Drill 3 8 holes at each mark for centers of four circles near corners of rectangle Using a straight edge and pencil connect the outer edges of the 4 holes for the rectangle see Figure 10 This will give you cutting lines for the rectangle you will cut in the mantel wall Using a keyhole saw hack saw blade drill file or other suitable tool carefully cut out the rectangular opening Note The corners of the rectangle may be round IMPORTANT Do not exceed the size of the rectangle on template Carefully pass wall switch assembly through rectangular opening from inside mantel see Figure 13 Position wall switch assembly vertically over opening with decal lettering upright Make sure wires freely pass through wall without binding Align holes in wall plate with 1 8 pilot holes in mantel wall Drive mounting screws removed in step 2 of Relocating Wall Switch Asse
8. light and operate manually see Manual Lighting Instructions for Electrical Power Outage 4 When pilot flame is lit the thermocouple is heated by the flame When thermocouple becomes hot 5 to 15 seconds main burner will automatically light on high flame 5 To lower flame point remote control toward lower front of fireplace and push HI LO button once Note This fireplace does not have a pilot only mode TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Heater Wall Switch Push ON OFF button on wall switch once Shutting Off Heater Wireless Remote Control Point remote control toward lower front of fire place and push both buttons at the same time MANUAL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR ELECTRICAL POWER OUTAGE A WARNING You must oper ate this heater with the fireplace screen in place Make sure fire place screen is in place before running heater NOTICE During initial operation of new heater burning logs will give off a paper burning smell Open damper or window to vent smell This will only last a few hours Because this fireplace has an electronic ignition system in the event there is a loss of power it will be necessary to manually light the pilot with the piezo ignitor After the pilot is lit the main burner will light automatically 1 Follow steps 1 through 3 under Normal Lighting Instructions page 21 2 Set manual ignition bypass switch on con trol panel to ON position manual igni
9. 15 16 17 18 INSTALLATION Continued From inside the recessed opening for the fireplace carefully pass wall switch assembly through the rectangular opening to the outside of the wall Using wall anchors supplied in hardware pack age fold wall anchor as shown in Figure 11 Insert wall anchor wings first into hole Tap anchor flush to wall For thin walls 1 2 or less insert red key into wall anchor Push red key to pop open anchor wings See Figure 12 IMPORTANT Do not hammer key For thick walls over 1 2 thick do not pop open wings Position wall switch assembly vertically over wall openings with decal lettering upright see Figure 13 Insert mounting screws removed in step 2 of Relocating Wall Switch Assembly on pages 9 and 10 through holes in wall plate and into wall anchors Tighten screws until wall plate is firmly at tached to wall Do not overtighten Make Marks at Centers of Holes Folding Anchor Cutting Lines 3 8 Diameter 2 Holes 3 8 AE O Template from This Manual Figure 10 Using Template for Wall Switch Assembly Installation x TN Figure 11 Figure 12 Popping Open Anchor Wings for Thin Walls Opening in Wall or Mantel Wall Wall Switch Assembly Figure 13 Securing Wall Switch Assembly Mounting Wall Switch Assembly to Side of Mantel y 8 14
10. Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice Turn control knob to LO position and let warm up for a minute Operate burner until air is removed from line Have gas line checked by local natural or propane LP gas company Observe minimum installation clearances see page 9 Clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 25 or replace burner orifice 110112 01C www desatech com 27 OBSERVED PROBLEM Continued POSSIBLE CAUSE TROUBLESHOOTING REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed there is no spark at ODS pilot 1 Ignitor electrode not con nected to ignitor cable l Reconnect ignitor cable manual ignition mode 2 Ignitor cable pinched or wet 2 Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry 3 Piezo ignitor nut is loose 3 Tighten nut holding piezo ig nitor to base panel of log set Nut is located behind base panel 4 Broken ignitor cable 4 Replace ignitor cable 5 Bad piezo ignitor 5 Replace piezo ignitor 6 Ignitor electrode broken 6 Replace pilot assembly 7 Ignitor electrode positioned 7 Replace pilot assembly wrong When ignitor button is pressed 1 Gas supply turned off orequip 1 Turn on gas supply or open there is spark at ODS pilot but no ment shutoff valve closed equipment shutoff valve ignition manual ignition mode 2 Control knob not in PILOT 2 Turn control knob to PILOT position position full counterclockwis
11. all leaks at once AX WARNING Never use an open flame to check for a leak Apply anoncorrosive leak detec tion fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once 14 www desatech com 110112 01C INSTALLATION Continued A WARNING For propane LP units make sure external regula tor has been installed between propane LP supply and heater See guidelines under nstalling Gas Piping to Fireplace Loca tion page 13 PRESSURE TESTING GAS SUPPLY PIPING SYSTEM Test Pressures In Excess Of 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Disconnect appliance with its appliance main gas valve control valve and equipment shutoff valve from gas supply piping system Pressures in excess of 1 2 psig will damage fireplace gas regulator Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve was connected Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane LP supply tank valve for propane LP gas or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas or using compressed air Check all joints of gas supply piping system Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Reconnect fireplace and equipment shutoff valve to gas supply Check reconnected fittings for leaks Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 1 2 12 PSIG 3 5 kPa Close equipment shutoff valve see Figure 17 Pressurize supply pip
12. allow air to bleed from gas system If several attempts to light pilot fail contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs Until repairs are made light and operate manually see Manual Lighting Instructions for Electric Power Outage page 22 Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department C Electric Power Outage Only Use only your hand to turn the manual override handle on the gas control knob Never use tools If the knob will not turn by hand don t 3 When pilot flame is lit the thermocouple is try to repair it call a qualified service tech heated by the flame When thermocouple nician or gas supplier Force or attempted becomes hot 5 to 15 seconds main burner repair may result in a fire or explosion will automatically light on high flame D Do not use this appliance if any part has 4 To lower flame push HI LO button on wall been under water Immediately call a switch once Note This fireplace does not qualified service technician to inspect the have a pilot only mode appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which A CAUTION Do not try to ad has been under water just heating levels by using the m NORMAL LIGHTING equipment shutoff valve INSTRUCTIONS WARNING You must oper ate this heater with the fireplace screen in place
13. button switch and decorative wall plate assembly supplied with your fireplace is pre mounted at the factory in the lower cavity of the fireplace You may relocate this wall switch assembly to a more convenient location such as the side of your mantel or directly onto the wall near the fireplace To mount the wall switch assembly you must first cut openings in the mantel or wall where the switch will be located Note If you choose to relocate the wall switch as sembly do so before final installation into a mantel or recessing into a wall If you are installing an optional blower accessory install it at the same time you relocate the wall switch assembly A CAUTION The wall switch assembly must never be mount ed directly above the fireplace where heat may damage it If you relocate wall switch assembly from lower fireplace cavity it must be mounted either on side wall of mantel or on wall to side of fireplace 10 www desatech com 110112 01C INSTALLATION Continued For Recessed Installation If fireplace is to be recessed into a wall see Built In Fireplace Installation page 17 we recommend mounting wall switch assembly to left side of fireplace The wall switch assembly should be mounted approximately 12 from left edge of fireplace and less than 60 from the floor IMPORTANT Do not locate wall switch assembly directly in front of wall stud there must be room behind wall board for wires from switc
14. clean and free of dust and dirt To clean these parts we recommend using compressed air no greater than 30 PSI Your local computer store hardware store or home center may carry compressed air in a can You can use a vacuum cleaner in the blow position If using com pressed air in a can please follow the directions on the can If you don t follow directions 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 burners pilot and primary air inlet holes on injector holder for dust and dirt see Figures 45 and 46 3 Blow air through the ports slots and holes in the burners 4 Check the injector holders located at the end of the burner tubes 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 holders 6 Incaseany 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 as sembly There is a small pilot air inlet hole about two inches from where the pilot flame comes out of the pilot assembly see Figure 47 page 26 With the unit off lightly blow air through the air inlet hole The access hole for propane LP pilot is on the front of the burner carriage as shown in Figure 47 page 26 The ac
15. correct pilot flame pattern Figure 42 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern The incorrect pilot flame is not touching the thermocouple This will cause the thermocouple to cool When the thermocouple cools the heater will shut down If pilot flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 42 turnheateroff see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 22 see Troubleshooting page 26 Note The pilot flame on natural gas units will have a slight curve but the flame should be blue and have no yellow or orange color Automatic Ignitor Thermocouple Electrode Pilot Burner Manual Ignitor Electrode Figure 41 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Propane LP Pilot Shown Automatic Ignitor Electrode Thermocouple Pilot Burner Manual Ignitor Electrode Figure 42 Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern Natural Gas Pilot Shown BURNER FLAME PATTERNS Figure 43 shows correct front and or middle burner flame patterns Figure 44 shows incorrect front and or middle burner flame patterns The incorrect burner flame patterns show yellow tipping at top of blue flame A WARNING If yellow tipping occurs your heater could pro duce increased levels of carbon monoxide If burner flame pat terns show yellow tipping follow instructions below Yellow flame on rear burner is normal NOTICE Do not mistake orange flames with yellow tipping Dirt or other fine particles are burned by heater causing brief patches of orange flame
16. heater off when using furniture polish wax carpet cleaners or similar products 110112 01C www desatech com 29 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN REMOTE CONTROL LOG BASE ASSEMBLY MODELS VTGF33PRA VTGF33NRA SHOWN 30 www desatech com 110112 01C PARTS LIST REMOTE CONTROL LOG BASE ASSEMBLY MODELS VTGF33PRA AND VTGF33NRA This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 34 of this manual KEY PART KEY PART NO NUMBER_ DESCRIPTION QTY NO NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY 1 110103 01 Ember Bed Log 1 40 o98544 01 Wire Support Clip 1 2 110105 02 Left Front Log 1 41 101629 01 1 5 Bushing 2 8 110105 01 Right Front Log 1 42 104015 01 Power Cord 1 4 110105 03 Rear Log 1 43 110885 01 Inlet Tube 1 5 110105 04 Right Crossover Log 1 44 107568 01 Main Power Cable 1 6 110104 01 Left Crossover Log 1 45 110063 02 Burner Front 1 7 103904 02 Electrode 1 46 111458 01 Burner Alignment 1 8 104285 02 ODS Pilot Natural 1 Bracket 104286 02 065 Pilot Propane LP 1 47 099415 12 Pressure Regulator 1 9 110093 05 Electrode Bracket 1 Stas 10 099387 09 Pilot Tube 1 Propane LP 11 111323701 Pilot Shield 1 las 097809 03 Fitting 3 8 Flare to 1 2 1 12 108105 02 Rear Burner 1 NPT 13 102843 01 Burner Clip 1 49 101628 03 Flexible Connector 1 14 107110 01 Space
17. to assemble trim or Assembling and Attaching Optional Brass Trim on page 18 Firmly snap trim over shoulder screws Align fireplace in mantel assemblly so the trip overlaps mantel evely on all three sides 14 Lower bottom louver door Use 3 wood screws provided with mantel accessory to attach fire place to base see mantel instruction sheet Cabinet Mantel GET Figure 21 Installing Cabinet Mantel Nailing Flanges Figure 22 Location of Nailing Flanges 16 www desatech com 110112 01C INSTALLATION Continued Figure 23 Inserting Fireplace Into Cabinet Mantel BUILT IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Built in installation of this fireplace involves installing fireplace into a framed in enclosure This makes the front of fireplace flush with wall If installing a mantel above the fireplace you must follow the clearances shown in Figure 27 Follow the instructions below to install the fireplace in this manner Actual Framing Height 32 3 4 33 Front Width 34 5 6 35 1 2 Depth 16 he 17 3 4 1 Frame in rough opening Use dimensions shown in Figure 24 for the rough opening If installing in a corner use dimensions shown in Figure 25 for the rough opening The height is 33 which is the same as the wall opening above 2 Install and properly ground GA3555 three prong 120 volt electrical outlet in fireplace Follow instructions
18. 54 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation All spaces in homes fall into one of the three fol lowing ventilation classifications 1 Unusually Tight Construction 2 Unconfined Space 3 Confined Space The information on pages 5 through 8 will help you classify your space and provide adequate ventilation Unusually Tight Construction The air that leaks around doors and windows 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 defined as construction where a walls and ceilings exposed to the out side atmosphere have a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm 6 x 10 kg per pa sec m or less with openings 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 between sole plates and floors between wall ceiling joints between wall panels at penetrations for plumbing electrical and gas lines and at other openings If your home meets all of the three criteria above you must provide additional fresh air See Ventilation Air From Outdoors page 7 If your home does not meet all of the three criteria above proceed to Determining Fresh Air Flow for Fireplace Location Confined Space and Unconfined Space The National Fuel
19. 7 For propane LP units the installer must supply an external regulator The external regulator will reduce incoming gas pressure You must reduce incoming gas pressure to between 11 and 14 inches of water If you do not reduce incoming gas pres sure heater regulator damage could occur Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 14 Pointing the vent down protects 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 diameter or greater to allow proper gas volume to fireplace If pipe is too small undue loss of volume will occur Installation must include an equipment shutoff valve union and plugged 1 8 NPT tap Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up NPT tap must be upstream from fireplace see Figure 14 IMPORTANT Install equipment shutoff valve in an accessible location The equipment shutoff valve is for turning on or shutting off the gas to the appliance Check your building codes for any special re quirements for locating equipment shutoff valve to fireplaces Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male NPT threads This will prevent excess sealant from going into pipe Excess sealant in pipe could result in clogged fire place valves Never use sealant on flare threads A WARNING Use pipe joint sealantthatis resistantto liquid
20. DESA HEATING PRODUCTS UNVENTED VENT FREE GAS FIREPLACE OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL We recommend that our A AN products be installed and S NO serviced by professionals who E 2 are certified in the U S by NFI m i n Don National Fireplace Institute Gm www nficertified org Shown with optional cabinet mantel and hearth base accessory VTGF33NRA AND VTGF33PRA GAS FIREPLACE WITH TOTAL CONTROL SYSTEM TCS WARNING If the information in this manual is not fol lowed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing 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 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 Installation and service must be performed by a quali fied installer service agency or the gas supplier Save this manual for future reference For more information visit www desatech com WARNING Improper installation adjustment altera tion service or maintenance can cause injury or prop erty damage Refer to this manualfor correctinstallation and operationa
21. Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 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 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 com municating directly with the space in which the appliances are installed through openings not furnished with doors are considered a part of the unconfined space Adjoining rooms are communicating only if there are doorless passageways or ventilation grills between them DETERMINING FRESH AIR FLOW FOR HEATER 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 heater plus any adjoining rooms with doorless pas sageways or ventilation grills between the rooms 1 Determine the volume of the space length x width x height Length x Width x Height of space Example Space size 20 ft length x 18 ft width x 8 ft ceiling height 2880 cu ft volume of space cu ft volume If additional ventilation to adjoining room is sup plied with grills or openings add the volume of these rooms to the total volume of the space 2 Multiply the space volume by 20 to determine the m
22. Make sure fire place screen is in place before running heater 110112 01C www desatech com 21 OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued ON OFF Button Wall Switch Assembly Manual Ignition Switch Up is for Remote Control Figure 37 Control Locations Thermocouple Ignitor Electrode Automatic Ignitor Electrode Pilot Burner Figure 38 Pilot Propane LP Gas Shown B Using Hand Held Wireless Remote Control 1 Set manual ignition bypass switch on control panel to OFF position automatic ignition position 2 Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Smell for gas around heater and near floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information on warnings plate If you don t smell gas go to the next step 3 Point remote control toward the lower front of fireplace and push both buttons at the same time Hold for 6 seconds The gas valve will open and electronic ignition will begin sparking to light the pilot Note You will be able to hear a clicking sound during this process LED on wall switch will light Note You may be running this heater for the first time after connecting to gas supply or at the start of your heating season If so the ON button may need to be pressed again This will allow air to bleed from gas system If several attempts to light pilot fail contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs Until repairs are made
23. NSTALLING BATTERY INTO Continued REMOTE 1 Locate slot at bottom of remote control see Figure 35 Firmly insert tool such as a small screwdriver butter knife or dime into the slot and lift up to remove cover 5 Locate hole on bottom of log 5 and place over pin on log 2 Log 5 will rest on back of log 1 ember bed See Figure 34 6 Place log 6 onto two pins on log 1 ember bed and rest back of log 6 on back log 4 see Figure 34 2 Insert supplied battery into remote control Positive and negative are marked inside re mote control casing Note Remote will not function if battery is not installed correctly 3 Slide tab on cover into remote housing and snap cover back into place IMPORTANT Use only A23 12 volt battery in remote DO NOT use AAA battery Slot Tab Cover Remote Control Positive Figure 35 Installing Battery INSTALLING SCREEN Install fireplace screen by slipping notches of fireplace screen over screws on front of fireplace see Figure 36 Screws for Mounting Figure 36 Installing Fireplace Screen 20 www desatech com 110112 01C OPERATING FIREPLACE NoTICE Duringinitial operation of FOR YOUR SAFETY new heater burning logs will give E READ BEFORE LIGHTING off a paper burning smell Open damper or window to vent smell WARNING lf you do not fol This will only last a few hours low these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may re
24. ODS pilot is partially clogged 1 Open window and or door for ventilation 2 Contact local gas company 3 Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 25 Gas odor even when wall switch and remote control buttons and switches are in OFF position Gas odor during combustion 1 Gas leak SSee Warning statement above 2 Control valve defective 1 Foreign matter between con trol valve and burner 2 Gas leak See Warning statement above 1 Locate and correct all leaks see Checking Gas Connec tions page 14 2 Replace control valve 1 Take apart gas tubing and remove foreign matter 2 Locate and correct all leaks see Checking Gas Connec tions page 14 Dark residue on logs or inside of fireplace Note After removng all causes of residue deposits completely clean fireplace and appliances of all residue before reusing appliance 1 Improper log placement 2 Drafts or other air currents affecting flame pattern 3 Air holes at burner inlet blocked 4 Burner flame holes blocked n Properly locate logs see In stalling Logs page 18 2 Eliminate source of drafts around heater 3 Clean out air holes at burner inlet Periodically repeat as needed 4 Remove blockage White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture 1 When heated vapors from furniture polish wax carpet cleaners etc may turn into white powder residue Turn
25. Route gas line provided by installer from equipment shutoff valve to fireplace Route flexible gas supply line through one of the access holes Equipment Shutoff Valv NOTICE Most building codes do not permit concealed gas connections A flexible gas line is provided to allow accessibility from the fireplace see Figure 16 The flexible gas supply line con nection to the equipment shutoff valve should be accessible 3 Attach the flexible gas line to gas supply see Figure 16 Check tightness of flexible gas line attached to gas regulator of fireplace see Figure 16 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections 5 Replace fireplace floor assembly Feed flexible gas line into fireplace base area while replacing fireplace floor assembly Make sure the entire flexible gas line is in fireplace base area Note Be careful of wires and components on underside of fireplace floor Reattach fireplace floor assembly with screws removed in step 3 of Removing Fireplace Screen and Floor Assembly page 9 Flexible Gas Line from Fireplace Gas Regulator To Fireplace Gas Regulator Equipment Shutoff Valve Provided by Installer From Gas Meter Natural From External Regulator Propane LP Figure 16 Attaching Gas Lines Together CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS AR WARNING Testall gas piping and connections internal and external to unit for leaks after installing or servicing Correct
26. as Control Valve 1 Contains Items 31 Natural 33 44 107559 02 Gas Control Valve 1 107737 01 Wall Switch Assembly 1 Propane LP Kit Contains Items 28 38 107560 01 Magnetic Manual Over 1 Salas ride Handle 107766 01 Battery 12V 23A 1 39 110108 01 Burner Shield 1 Remote Not a field replacement part 110112 01C www desatech com 31 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FIREPLACE MODELS VTGF33NRA AND VTGF33PRA 32 www desatech com 110112 01C PARTS LIST FIREPLACE MODELS VTGF33NRA AND VTGF33PRA This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 34 of this manual KEY PART NO NUMBER DESCRIPTION 101357 03 Top Outer Casing 101351 01CK Top Front 101353 01CK Middle Front Rail 111339 01 Blower Duct eh Firebox Top 101712 03 Firebox Hood 102759 02CK Left Front Side 102758 02CK Right Front Side M11084 26 Hex Screw 10 099230 01 Shoulder Screw me Firebox Wrapper 101514 01 Cover 098304 01 Phillips Pan Head Screw 10 gt Firebox Support 102455 02 Louver 104313 01 Hinge Pin 104313 02 Hinge Pin M10908 2 Screw Slotted Hex Head Tapping 098304 03 Phillips Pan Head Screw 8 101346 01 Outer Base 101727 03 Screen Assembly di Outer Casing 111547 01 Blower PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 100639 01 Caution Decal 1 104356 02 Warning Decal 1
27. authorized dealers of this product and or DESA Heating Products who will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty The heater MUST be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with all local codes and instructions furnished with the unit This warranty does not apply to parts that are not in original condition because of normal wear and tear or parts that fail or become damaged as a result of misuse accidents lack of proper maintenance or defects caused by improper installation Travel diagnostic cost labor transportation and any and all such other costs related to repairing a defective heater will be the responsibility of the owner TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THE LAW OF THE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTIES AND LIMITS THE DURATION OF ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF 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 HEATING PRODUCTS LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND DESA HEATING PRODUCTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN TIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitatio
28. ava rock around base Rock and debris could fall into the control area of fireplace 7 To prevent the creation of soot follow the instructions in Cleaning and Maintenance page 25 8 Before using furniture polish wax carpet cleaner or similar products turn heater off If heated the vapors from these products may create a white powder residue within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture 9 This fireplace needs fresh air ventilation to run properly This fireplace has an Oxygen Deple tion Sensing ODS safety shutoff system The ODS shuts down the fireplace if not enough fresh air is available See Air for Combustion and Ventilation page 5 If fireplace keeps shutting off see Troubleshooting page 26 10 Do not run fireplace where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored under dusty conditions 11 Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn paper or other objects 12 Do not use fireplace if any part has been exposed to or under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the fireplace and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water 13 Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken Do not operate fireplace if a log is chipped dime sized or larger 14 Turn fireplace off and let cool before servicing Only a qualified service person should service and repair fireplace 15 Operating fireplace above elevations of 4 500 feet could
29. aximum Btu Hr the space can support volume of space x 20 Maximum Btu Hr the space can support Example 2880 cu ft volume of space x 20 57 600 maximum Btu Hr the space can support 6 www desatech com 110112 01C AIR FOR CONBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued 3 Add the Btu Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space Vent free heater Btu Hr Gas water heater Btu Hr Gas furnace Btu Hr Vented gas heater Btu Hr Gas fireplace logs 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 Example Gas water heater 40 000 Btu Hr 33 000 Btu Hr Total 73 000 Btu Hr 4 Compare the maximum Btu Hr the space can support with the actual amount of Btu Hr used Btu Hr maximum the space Vent free heater can support Btu Hr actual amount of Btu Hr used Example 57 600 Btu Hr maximum the space can support 73 000 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 adjoining room or add ventilation grills between rooms See Ventilation Air From Inside Building B V
30. cause pilot outage 16 To prevent performance problems with pro pane LP units do not use propane LP fuel tanks of less than 100 lb capacity 17 Provide adequate clearances around air openings PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Piezo Ignitor Fan Switch Base Assembly Figure 1 Log Set and Base Blower Assembly Top Outer Casing Top Louver Assembly Screen Assembly Bottom Louver Assembly Figure 2 Fireplace 4 www desatech com 110112 01C LOCAL CODES Install and use fireplace with care Follow all local codes In the absence of local codes use the lat est edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 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 UNPACKING AX CAUTION Donotremove the data plates attached to the heater base assembly The data plates contain important warranty and safety information 1 With utility knife cut the carton all the way around above the staples on the bottom tray Lift the carton off the heater Remove packing Note The hood is located in the packing on the right hand side of the heater front Lift the heater off the bottom tray 2 Locate two screws above top comers of the fire place screen Remove and discard these screws Lift fireplace screen up and pull out to remove 3 Remove protective packagi
31. cess hole for natural pilot is behind the pilot bracket on the top of burner carriage see Figure 47 page 26 You may blow through a drinking straw if compressed air is not available Burner Injector Holder Tube Primary Air Inlet Holes Figure 45 Injector Holder On Outlet Burner Tube Rear Burner Ports Slots Injector Holder Primary Air Inlet Holes Figure 46 Injector Holder On Outlet Burner Tubes Front and Middle Burners 110112 01C www desatech com 25 CLEANING AND LOGS MAINTENANCE Ifyou remove logs for cleaning refer to Install Continued ing Logs page 18 to properly replace logs Replace log s if broken or chipped dime sized Pilot Bracket des a SPECIFICATIONS Btu Variable 20 000 33 000 Type Gas Natural VTGF33NRA Propane LP VTGF33PRA Ignition Electronic Automatic Piezo Manual Natural Propane LP Manifold Pressure 3 5 W C 8 0 W C Access Hole Inlet Gas Pressure in of water For Cleaning Maximum 10 5 14 Pilot Minimum 5 11 Shipping Weight 78 lbs 78 lbs Figure 47 Cleaning Pilot Air Inlet Hole For input adjustment TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Turn off heater and let cool before servicing Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater CAUTION Never use a wire needle or similar object to clean ODS pilot This can damage ODS pilot unit Note All troubleshooting items are li
32. d wiring your fireplace PERIMETER TRIMACCESSORY Not Shown PT32 PT32P PT32B PT32PB For all models Optional with built in installation Provides a finished appearance covering rough and or unfinished mantel or wall opening edges etc Included with mantel accessory INFORMATION VIDEO 108917 01 For all models A care and maintenance video is available by calling 1 866 672 6040 You may also email your request to www productsupport desaint com FIRE CRACKLE CF6 A Not Shown For all models Creates the sound of a real burn ing fire FIREBOX BRICK LINER G8005 SERIES NOT SHOWN For all models Ceramic fiber firebox liner adds the look of real brick CABINET MANTEL WITH BASE Not Shown W32ELS Lyptus W32EU Unfinished Birch W32EOS Oak Finished W32GLDOS Dark Oak Finished Lyptus CMA311W White Painted CMA312FA Oak Finished W32IP White with Click n Brick surround and base For all models Mantels come with base and perimeter trim CORNER CABINET MANTEL WITH BASE Not Shown C32GLDOS Dark Oak Finished Lyptus C32HLCS Cherry Finished Lyptus CMA311W Oak Finished For all models Mantel comes with base and perimeter trim CLEANING KIT GCK Not Shown For all models Your vent free gas appliance re quires regular 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
33. e 3 Air in gas lines when in 3 Continue holding control knob stalled in full counterclockwise posi tion Repeat igniting operation until air is removed 4 Depleted gas supply pro 4 Contact local propane LP gas pane LP only company 5 ODS pilot is clogged 5 Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 25 or replace ODS pilot assembly 6 Gas regulator setting is not 6 Replace gas regulator correct ODS pilot lights but flame goes 1 Control knob not fully turned 1 Turn control knob fully coun out when control knob is released counterclockwise terclockwise manual ignition mode 2 Control knob not held long 2 After ODS pilot lights hold enough control knob for 30 seconds 3 Equipment shutoff valve not 3 Fully open equipment shutoff fully open valve 4 Pilot flame not touching 4 A Contact local natural or thermocouple which allows propane LP gas company thermocouple to cool caus B Clean ODS pilot see ing pilot flame to go out This Cleaning and Maintenance problem could be caused by page 25 or replace ODS pilot one or both of the following assembly A Low gas pressure B Dirty or partially clogged OD S pilot 5 Thermocouple connection 5 Hand tighten until snug then loose at control valve tighten 1 4 turn more 6 Thermocouple damaged 6 Replace pilot assembly 7 Control valve damaged 7 Replace control valve Fireplace produces a clicking ticking noise just after burners are lit or shu
34. e leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak 5 Correct all leaks at once Light fireplace see Operating Fireplace page 21 Check all other internal joints for leaks 7 Turn off fireplace see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 22 1 10112 01C www desatech com 15 INSTALLATION Continued CONVENTIONAL FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Conventional installation of fireplace involves in stalling fireplace along with corner face or cabinet mantel with hearth base accessories against a wall in your home Follow instructions below to install fireplace in this manner Note The instructions below show installation us ing a cabinet mantel and hearth base accessory see Accessories page 37 Installation instructions are included with each mantel and base accessory 1 Assemble cabinet mantel as shown in acces sory instruction sheet 2 When installing blower install a properly grounded 120 volt three prong electrical out let at fireplace location if an outlet is not there If possible locate outlet so cabinet mantel will cover it when installed see Figure 20 3 Ifnot already completed install gas piping to fireplace location This installation includes an approved 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 See Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Location page 13 4 Place heart
35. en when they are in the room with fireplace When using the hand held remote accessory keep selector switch in the OFF position to prevent children from turning on burners with remote You must operate this fireplace with the fireplace screen and hood in place Make sure fire place screen and hood are in place before running fireplace Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible ma terials gasoline and other flam mable vapors and liquids www desatech com SAFETY INFORMATION Continued 1 This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases 2 Do not place propane LP supply tank s in side any structure Locate propane LP supply tank s outdoors propane LP units only 3 Ifyou 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 e if you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department 4 This fireplace shall not be installed in a bed room or bathroom 5 Do not use this fireplace as a wood burning fireplace Use only the logs provided with the fireplace 6 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 l
36. ent room directly to the outdoors See Ven tilation Air From Outdoors 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 maxi mum Btu Hr the space can support the space is an unconfined space You will need no additional fresh air ventilation AX WARNING If the area in which the heater may be oper ated 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 ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Section 5 3 or applicable local codes VENTILATION AIR Ventilation Air From Inside Building This fresh air would come from an adjoining un confined space When ventilating to an adjoining unconfined space you must provide two perma nent 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 3 You can also remove door into adjoining room see option 3 Figure 3 Follow the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventilation grills or ducts S 77 JII J k Ventilation Grills Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Or Into Adjoining Room Room Remove Option 2 Option 1 Door into Adjoining Room Option O 3
37. et manual ignition bypass switch on control panel to OFF automatic ignition position This will cause the controls to shut down the fireplace NH OPTIONAL BLOWER OPERATION Locate the blower switch by opening lower louver on fireplace Blower switch is located at lower left inside louver door Note It is safe to operate fireplace with blower turned off However the blower helps distribute heated air from the fireplace Follow installation instructions included with the blower accessory FAN This blower has three settings ON OFF and AUTO In the ON position the blower will oper ate constantly In the OFF position the blower will not operate In the AUTO position the blower will start when the thermostat 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 off However the blower helps distribute heated air from the fireplace AUTO OFF ON Switch Fan Switch Figure 40 AUTO OFF ON Switch 110112 01C www desatech com 23 INSPECTING BURNERS Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame pat terns often PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 41 shows a
38. fected 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 Natural and Propane LP Gas Natural and pro pane LP gas are 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 WARNING Any change to this log set or its controls can be dangerous WARNING Do notallowfans to blow directly intothe fireplace Avoidany drafts thatalter burner flame patterns 110112 01C 4 WARNING Donotuse a blow erinsert heatexchangerinsertor other accessory notapproved for use with this appliance Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out oftraffic 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 come very hot when running Keep children and adults away from hot surface to avoid burns or clothing ignition Fireplace will remain hot for a time after shutdown Allow surface to cool before touching Carefully supervise young chil dr
39. h If you choose to locate wall switch assembly to right side of fireplace the length of the cord restricts you to less than 6 from right edge of fireplace and less than 48 from floor For Mantel Installation If fireplace is to be installed into a mantel see Conventional Fireplace Installation page 16 the wall switch assembly may be mounted on either side of the mantel facing to the side Do not locate wall switch assembly anywhere on the front face of the mantel Ad CAUTION Be careful of gas lines and wiring when moving floor 1 Determine the new location for the wall switch assembly The wires attached to switch are six feet long 2 Remove 2 screws securing plastic wall switch assembly to bracket in fireplace lower cavity Save screws 3 Remove wire tie holding coiled wire attached to wall switch assembly see Figure 8 Remove wall switch assembly from bracket 5 Carefully pass wall switch assembly and cord through large elongated hole in rear of either left or right floor support bracket depending on desired location of switch Pass wall switch as sembly and cord through 1 5 diameter hole in side of fireplace outer casing see Figure 9 6 Pull wall switch assembly and cord from fireplace making sure wall switch assembly will reach desired mounting location without straining cord assembly If you are mounting wall switch assembly to a wall continue reading If you are mounting your wall switch as
40. h base accessory against wall at instal lation location Cut an access hole in hearth top to run flexible gas line to fireplace see Figure 20 Make sure to locate access hole so cabinet mantel will cover it when installed Note You can secure base to floor using wood screws Countersink screw heads and putty over 5 Route flexible gas line through access hole in hearth base 6 Center cabinet mantel on hearth base see Figure 21 Make sure mantel is flush against wall and centered left to right on base 7 Use screws provided with mantel accessory to attach mantel assembly to base see mantel instruction sheet Hearth Rigid Pipe Electrical Outlet and Gas Base Shutoff Gas Line Access Hole e Figure 20 Placing Hearth Base Accessory Against Wall 8 Break off nailing flanges on fireplace see Figure 22 with hammer or pliers 9 Attach flexible gas line to fireplace gas regula tor See Connecting Fireplace to Gas Supply page 14 10 Route electrical cord s through access holes in either side of fireplace with bushing Plug electrical cord s into electrical outlet 11 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections page 14 12 Carefully insert fireplace into cabinet mantel see Figure 23 page 17 Be careful not to scratch or damage hearth base or cabinet mantel 13 Place metal trim on shoulder screws located on the side and to of the fireplace see mantel in struction sheet
41. included in kit see Ac cessories page 37 3 If not already completed install gas piping to fireplace location This installation includes an approved 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 See Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Location page 13 4 Carefully set fireplace in front of rough opening with back of fireplace inside wall opening 5 Attach flexible gas line to gas supply See Con necting Fireplace to Gas Supply page 14 6 Plug electrical cord s into electrical outlet installed in step 2 Carefully insert fireplace into rough opening x Attach fireplace to wall studs using nails or wood screws through holes in nailing flange see Figure 26 9 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections pages 14 10 Install brass trim See Assembling and Attach ing Optional Brass Trim page 18 ER 17 T 33 III lt 3512 gt Figure 24 Rough Opening for Installing in Wall Figure 25 Rough Opening for Installing in Corner Nails or Wood Screws Na Nailing Flanges SS we Figure 26 Attaching Fireplace to Wall Studs 110112 01C www desatech com 17 INSTALLATION Continued Mantel Clearances for Built In Installation If placing mantel above built in fi
42. ing system by either opening propane LP supply tank valve for propane LP gas or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas or using compressed air Check all joints from gas meter for natural gas or propane LP supply to equipment shutoff valve for propane LP gas see Figures 18 or 19 Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Equipment I Open Shutoff Valve T T Closed Figure 17 Equipment Shutoff Valve Equipment L j ay Shutoff Valve Gas Meter Manual Gas Valve Figure 18 Checking Gas Joints for Natural Gas Fireplace Equipment I jJ ny Shutoff Valve LL JU X Propane LP Supply Tank AN Manual Gas Valve Figure 19 Checking Gas Joints for Propane LP Gas Fireplace PRESSURE TESTING FIREPLACE GAS CONNECTIONS 1 Open equipment shutoff valve see Figure 17 2 Open main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas or open propane LP supply tank valve 3 Place manual ignition switch in the OFF position 4 Check all joints from equipment shutoff valve to gas valve see Figure 18 or 19 Apply noncorrosiv
43. installing fire place in rooms without enough ventilation air may cause mildew to form from too much moisture See Air for Combustion and Ventilation page 5 IMPORTANT Make sure the fireplace is level If fireplace is not level log set will not work properly CHECK GAS TYPE Use the correct gas type natural or propane LP for your unit If your gas supply is not correct do not install fireplace Call dealer where you bought fireplace for proper type fireplace AX WARNING This appliance is equipped for natural or pro pane LP gas Field conversion is not permitted ELECTRICAL HOOKUP This fireplace normally operates under 120 VAC 60 Hz line voltage The electrical cord sup plied with your fireplace is five feet in length You must locate fireplace within reach of a 120 volt grounded electrical outlet If not you must install an electrical outlet within reach of the fireplace power cord The GA3555 outlet accessory may be used for built in applications 8 www desatech com 110112 01C INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLATION CLEARANCES AY WARNING Maintain the minimum clearances If you can provide greater clearances from floor ceiling and adjoining wall MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS Left and Right Bottom and Top Sides Rear 0 46 0 Carefully follow the instructions below This will ensure safe installation Minimum Clearances For Side Combus tible Ma
44. l procedures For assistance or addi tional information consult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier WARNING This is an unvented gas fired heater It uses air oxygen from the room in which it is installed Pro visions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided Refer to the Air for Combustion and Ventilation section on page 5 of this manual This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket per manently located manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by local codes This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indi cated on the rating plate This appliance is not convert ible for use with other gases Aftermarket Completion of sale not for purpose of resale from the manufacturer State of Massachusetts The installation must be made by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Sellers of unvented propane or natural gas fired supplemental room heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy of 527 CMR 30 upon sale of the unit Vent free gas products are prohibited for bedroom and bathroom installation in the Common wealth of Massachusetts TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Information nha 3 Troubleshooting recte 26 Product Identification ees 4 508C9690005 einander 26 Local COU ecce ri 5 Illustrated Parts Breakdown and Parts List 30
45. mbly on page 10 through wall plate holes and into pilot holes in mantel wall Tighten screws until wall switch assembly is firmly attached to mantel Do not overtighten www desatech com 110112 01C INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION WARNING A qualified service person must connect fireplace to gas supply Follow all local codes WARNING For propane LP units never connect fireplace directly to propane LP supply This fireplace requires an external regulator notsupplied Install the external regulator between the heater and propane LP supply Ay WARNING For natural gas units never connect fireplace to private non utility gas wells This gas is commonly known as wellhead gas Installation Items Needed Before installing fireplace make sure you have the items listed below external regulator supplied by installer for propane LP units only piping check local codes sealant resistant to propane LP gas equipment shutoff valve test gauge connection sediment trap tee joint pipe wrench approved flexible gas line with gas connector if allowed by local codes not provided ACSA design certified equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection Purchase the optional CSA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories page 3
46. n 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 DESA 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 www desatech com 110112 01 Rev C NOT A UPC 07 05
47. ng applied to logs log base assembly and fireplace Remove fireplace hood from carton insert 5 Check all items for any shipping damage If damaged promptly inform dealer where you bought fireplace PRODUCT FEATURES OPERATION This vent free fireplace is clean burning It requires no outside venting There is no heat loss out a vent or up a chimney Heat is generated by both realistic flames and glowing embers When used without the optional blower the fireplace requires no electricity making it ideal for emergency backup heat SAFETY DEVICE 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 heat ers The ODS pilot system shuts off the fireplace if there is not enough fresh air PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEM This fireplace has a piezo ignitor This system requires no matches batteries or other sources to light fireplace WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL This fireplace features an infrared wireless remote control This control system can be used to auto matically light the pilot and adjust the burner flame height at the push of a button WIRED WALL MOUNTED REMOTE CONTROL This fireplace features a two button wall switch as sembly with glowing LED s The wall switch per forms the same functions as the wireless hand held remote control with the added feature of LED s for visual feedback of operation and status BLOWER ASSEMBLY Thi
48. nt of a power outage you can use this heater as your primary heat source WARNING A qualified ser vice person must install fire place Follow all local codes AX WARNING Never install the fireplace in a bedroom or bathroom inarecreational vehicle wherecurtains furniture clothing or other flammable objects are less than 42 inches from the front top or sides of the fireplace in high traffic areas in windy or drafty areas A CAUTION This fireplace cre ates warm air currents These currents move heat to wall sur faces nextto fireplace Installing fireplace next to vinyl or cloth wall coverings or operating fireplace where impurities such as but not limited to tobacco smoke aromatic candles clean ing fluids oil or kerosene lamps etc intheairexist may discolor walls or cause odors Note Your fireplace is designed to be used in zero clearance installations Wall or framing material can be placed directly against any exterior surface on the rear sides or top of your fireplace except where standoff spacers are integrally attached If standoff spacers are attached to your fireplace these spacers can be placed directly against wall or framing materials Use the dimensions shown for rough openings to create the easiest installation see Built In Fire place Installation page 17 IMPORTANT Vent free heaters add moisture to the air Although this is beneficial
49. p REMOVING FIREPLACE SCREEN AND FLOOR ASSEMBLY NOTICE Shutoff gas supply and disconnect heater from gas supply if installing blower into previously installed fireplace Contact a qualified service per son to do this 3 To 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 Tf logs are installed carefully remove the logs and set aside noting the properly mounted location of each Remove screws that attach fireplace floor as sembly to fireplace Open lower louver door Carefully lift up fireplace floor assembly and remove from fireplace taking care to pull flexible gas line through the access holes see Figure 6 page 10 Note Be careful of all wires on underside of log base AX CAUTION Do not pick up fireplace floor assembly by burn ers This could damage burners Only handle base by grates www desatech com INSTALLATION Continued Fireplace Floor Assembly Flexible Gas Line Figure 6 Removing Fireplace Floor Assembly ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS FOR POWER CORD This fireplace operates on 120 VAC 60 Hz power An electrical power cord is supplied with this unit For Mantel Installation 1 Determine from which side of the fireplace the power cord will exit Locate the 1 5 diameter hole near the center of floo
50. petroleum LP gas External Regulator Propane LP Supply Tank Vent Pointing Down i o zu i Figure 14 External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down Propane LP Gas 110112 01C www desatech com 13 INSTALLATION Continued We recommend that you install a sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 15 Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning Install in piping system between fuel supply and fireplace Locate sediment trap where trapped matter is not likely to freeze A sediment trap traps moisture and contaminants This keeps them from going into fireplace gas controls If sediment trap is not installed or is installed wrong fireplace may not run properly o CSA Design Certified Qe WG With 1 8 NPT Tap Natural From Gas Meter 5 W C to 10 5 W C 3 Minimum P Pressure Propane LP From External Pipe Cap Tee Regulator 11 Nipple Joint W C to 14 W C Pressure Sediment Trap Figure 15 Gas Connection Purchase the optional CSA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories page 37 CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY Installation Items Needed 5 16 hex socket wrench or nut driver Phillips screwdriver sealant resistant to propane LP gas not provided 1 If fireplace screen and floor are still installed see Removing Fireplace Screen and Floor Assembly page 9 2
51. r 2 150 110884 01 Burner Tube 1 15 100321 01 Spacer 2 51 099056 27 Injector Rear Burner 1 16 107566 01 Module Control Board 1 Natural Gas 17 102349 01 Support PCB 4 099056 29 Injector Rear Burner 1 18 107565 01 Receiver Assembly 1 LP Gas 19 107565 02 Sensor Assembly 4 52 101004 15 Injector Front Burner 1 20 098303 02 Screw 6 2 n j 21 m11084 50 Screws 4 28 pecto iront Burner 22 108631 01 Log Alignment Screw 9 1091004 11 Injector Middle Burner 4 23 Firebox Bottom 1 NG 24 107563 01 Wall Switch and Cord 1 101004 18 Injector Middle Burner 1 25 107558 01 Wall Switch Decorative 1 LP Plate 54 110063 01 Middle Burner 1 26 107561 01 Wall Plate Decal 1 55 108134 01 NG Rear Plate 4 27 100694 01 Screw 6 x 11 4 PH 2 56 108188 02 U Drive Screw 1 28 107847 01 Screw 619 x 1 4 2 57 099998 01 Fan Switch 1 29 109157 01 Sensor Bracket 1 1 58 101480 11 High Temp Black Wire 1 30 102445 01 Piezo Ignitor 1 Assembly 31 107564 01 Remote Control 1 59 099125 13 Terminal Board 1 32 107562 01 Switch and Wire As 1 60 099157 01 3 16 Break Mandrell 1 sembly Rivet 33 110111 01 Bracket Switch and 1 PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN Piezo 19724000 Cable Tie 4 34 102334 01 Palnut Fastener 1 901056 01 Flare Adapter Fitting 1 35 107573 01 Valve Bracket 1 3 8 NPT 36 107743 01 Thermocouple Tube 1 107736 01 Wall Plate Assembly Kit 1 37 107559 01 G
52. r support bracket on appropriate side of lower cavity see Figure 7 2 Locate power cord Remove wire tie or tape holding plug end of power cord 3 Power cord has 2 plastic hole bushings threaded onto it Route cord s 3 prong plug through the 1 5 diameter hole in appropriate floor support bracket Hole in Floor Support Bracket Hole in Outer Casing Power Cord Figure 7 Routing Power Cord 4 Push first plastic bushing completely through hole Squeeze bushing as needed to do this 5 Install the second plastic bushing into the hole in the floor support bracket by snapping into place 6 Route the 3 prong plug through the 1 5 hole in fireplace outer casing 7 Install the first plastic bushing into this hole by snapping into place 8 After you have connected to gas supply and checked your gas connections see page 14 plug power cord into any convenient 3 prong grounded wall receptacle near fireplace For Recessed Installation If an outlet is not installed in fireplace install model GA3555 Outlet Kit with Cover This kit will supply a convenient 3 prong grounded electrical outlet for power Refer to installation manual provided with this optional accessory for instructions on wiring Note A qualified installer must make all electrical connections RELOCATING WALL SWITCH ASSEMBLY Note The decorative wall switch plate supplied is white The wall switch plate may be painted to match your decor The push
53. re place Replace if necessary Burner does not light after ODS pilot is lit 1 Burner orifice clogged 2 Inlet gas pressure is too low Clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 25 or replace burner orifice Contact local gas company Delayed ignition burner Burner backfiring during com bustion 1 Manifold pressure is too low 2 Burner orifice clogged 1 Burner orifice is clogged or damaged 2 Damaged burner 3 Gas regulator defective Contact local natural or pro pane LP gas company Clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 25 or replace burner orifice Clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 25 or replace burner orifice Replace damaged burner Replace regulator Slightsmoke orodor during initial operation 1 Not enough air 2 Gas regulator defective 3 Residues from manufacturing processes and logs curing Check burner for dirt and debris If found clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 25 Replace regulator Problem will stop after a few hours of operation Moisture condensation noticed on windows 1 Notenough combustion ven tilation air Refer to Air for Combustion and Ventilation requirements page 5 Heater produces a whistling noise when burner is lit 1 Turning control knob to HI position when burner is cold 2 Air in gas line 3 Air passageways on heater blocked 4
54. replace 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 tem peratures meet the requirement ofthe national productstandard Follow all minimum clearances shown in this manual NOTICE Ifyourinstallation does not meet the minimum clear ances shown you must do one of the following raise the mantel shelf to an acceptable height remove the mantel shelf Wall board or facing Mantel Shelf material above 10 firebox may be of combustible materia V 8 including decorative y mantel ornaments or other similar projec tions off of the facing material Framing Noncombustible Material May Project Off this Surface above the Firebox I 46 10 24 Hood 13 16 19 21 Note All vertical measurements are from top of fireplace hood opening to Wire mesh Screen Supplied Firebox Hood bottom of mantel Must Be shelf These minimum Used at clearances replace any All Times other recommended clearances supplied with your ANSI Z21 11 2 approved gas logs Figure 27 Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built In Installation ASSEMBLING AND ATTACHING OPTIONAL BRASS TRIM Included with Mantel Accessory Note The instructions below show assembling and at
55. roubleshooting If so contact DESA Heating Products Technical Service Department at 1 866 672 6040 When calling please have your model and serial numbers of your heater ready You can also visit DESA Heating Products techni cal service web site at www desatech com IAGRAM Note For proper operation the wires must be connected exactly as shown in wiring diagram GREEN YELLOW GREEN ERA 7 mx RECEIVER INDICATION BOARD MANUAL OVERRIDE SWITCH ELECTRODE IGNITOR FAN SWITCH PILOT BLOWER me Nusu L VI 34 www desatech com 110112 01C CUT HERE TEMPLATES 3 8 Diameter 2 Holes A 4 3 4 3 3 4 Y 3 8 Y 1 8 Diameter 2 Holes 4 3 4 3 3 4 35 36 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK www desatech com 110112 01C ACCESSORIES NOTICE All accessories may not be available for all fireplace models Purchase these fireplace accessories from your lo cal dealer If they can not supply these accessories call DESA Heating Products Sales Department at 1 866 672 6040 for information You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE GA5010 For all models Equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap Fits 1 2 NPT pipe DUPLEX OUTLET KIT GA3555 NOT SHOWN For all models Use for built in installations when har
56. s fireplace includes a blower assembly The blower operates thermostatically The blower circu lates heated air from the fireplace into the room AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION WARNING This heater shall not be installed in a confined space or unusually tight con struction unless provisions are provided for adequate combus tion and ventilation air Read the following instructions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel burning appliances in your home Today s homes are built more energy efficient than ever New materials increased insulation and new construction methods help reduce heat loss in 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 effi cient your home needs to breathe Fresh air must enter your home All fuel burning appliances need fresh air for proper combustion and ventilation Exhaust fans fireplaces clothes dryers and fuel burning appliances draw air from the house to operate You must provide adequate fresh air for these appliances This will insure proper venting of vented fuel burning appliances 110112 01C www desatech com 5 AIR FOR CONBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION The following are excerpts from National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA
57. sembly to the side of the mantel see page 12 CAUTION Do not apply ex cessive pull on cord Firebox Bottom Burner Outlet Tube Wire Tie Gas Control Valve Wall Switch Assembly Figure 8 Relocating Wall Switch Assembly in gt Floor Support Bracket Wall Switch Assembly Figure 9 Routing Wall Switch Assembly Through Fireplace for Relocation Mounting Wall Switch Assembly to Wall for Recessed Fireplace 7 Create three openings on wall according to Template 1 page 35 This is best done by making a pattern to work with on your wall Carefully cut page 35 36 from manual and tape paper template vertically onto wall at preferred location Pierce the paper at the cen ters of the 2 holes with a nail or sharp pencil leaving a mark on the wall Do the same at centers of the four circles near the corners of the rectangle 8 Remove paper template from wall Drill 3 8 holes at each mark 10 Using a straight edge and pencil connect the outer edges of the 4 holes for the rectangle see Figure 10 page 12 This will give you cutting lines for the rectangle you will cut in the wall 11 Using a keyhole saw hack saw blade drill file or other suitable tool carefully cut out the rectangular opening Note The corners of the rectangle may be round IMPORTANT Do not exceed the size of the rectangle on template 110112 01C www desatech com 11 12 13 14
58. sted in order of operation POSSIBLE CAUSE OBSERVED PROBLEM REMEDY When buttons on remote control 1 Battery in remote control isei 1 Replace battery in remote are pressed there is no response ther missing or has low power control from fireplace 2 Remote control is not pointed 2 Point remote control toward toward fireplace lower front panel of fireplace when operating 3 Manual ignition bypass 3 Place manual ignition bypass switch not in OFF position switch in OFF position 4 No power available to fire 4 Make sure power cord is place plugged into electrical outlet and outlet has power 5 Ignitor electrode not con 5 Reconnect ignitor cable nected to ignitor cable 6 Broken ignitor cable 6 Replace ignitor cable 7 Ignitor electrode broken 7 Replace electrode 8 Ignitor electrode positioned 8 Replace ODS pilot wrong 26 www desatech com 110112 01C TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When wall switch button is 1 No power available to fire 1 Make sure power cord is pressed there is no response from fireplace place 2 Manual ignition bypass switch not in OFF position 3 Wall switch wire harness is disconnected plugged into an electrical outlet and outlet has power Place manual ignition bypass switch in OFF position Check continuity of wall switch wire harness Make sure plug on wall switch wire harness is fully inserted into socket on circuit board in fi
59. sult causing property damage per sonal injury or loss of life 1 STOP Read the safety information col umn 1 2 Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open 3 Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Smell for gas around heater and near floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information on warnings plate If you don t smell gas go to the next step A This appliance has a pilot which lights automatically when using the supplied wall switch or remote control If you have a power outage the pilot may be lighted by hand with push button piezo ignitor When lighting the pilot the following warnings A Using Supplied Wall Switch Assembly must be followed 1 Set manual ignition bypass switch on the B BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the control panel to the OFF position auto appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next matic ignition position to the floor because some gas is heavier than 2 Press ON OFF button Hold for 6 seconds air and will settle on the floor Gas valve will open and electronic ignition WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS will begin sparking to light pilot LED will Do not try to light any appliance light Note You may be running this heater Do not touch any electric switch do not for the first time after connecting to gas sup use any phone in your building ply or at the start of your heating season If so the ON OFF button may need to be pressed again This will
60. t off 1 Metal expanding while heating or contracting while cooling This is common with most fireplaces If noise is excessive contact qualified service person 28 www desatech com 110112 01C TROUBLESHOOTING building Continued 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 Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Fol low the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department IMPORTANT Operating fireplace 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 Fireplace produces unwanted odors 1 Fireplace burning vapors from paint hair spray glues cleaners chemicals new car pet etc see IMPORTANT statement above 2 Gas leak See Warning statement above 1 Open window and ventilate room Stop using odor caus ing products while fireplace is running 2 Locate and correct all leaks see Checking Gas Connec tions page 14 Fireplace shuts off in use ODS operates 1 Not enough fresh air is avail able 2 Low line pressure 3
61. taching brass trim to fireplace 1 Remove packaging from three pieces of brass trim 2 Locate four brass screws two adjusting plates with set screws and two shims in the hardware packet 3 Align shim under adjusting plate as shown in Figure 28 4 Slide one end of adjusting plate shim in slot on mitered edge of top brass trim see Figure 28 5 Slide other end of adjusting plate shim in slot on mitered edge of side brass trim see Figure 28 6 While firmly holding edges of brass trim to gether tighten both set screws on the adjusting plate with slotted screwdriver Repeat steps 1 through 6 for other side Tighten trim hanging screws 10 x 6 25 shoul der into holes in cabinets Place the assembled trimonto fireplace cabinet Align hanging notches on trim with hanging screws on side of fireplace see Figure 29 Push trim firmly into place slid ing hanging notches over hanging screws Set Screws Side Brass Top Brass Trim Adjustin Trim a 9 Plate Slot Mitered Edge Slot Figure 28 Assembling Brass Trim Trim Hanging Screws ew Hanging Notches on Trim Assembled Brass Trim Figure 29 Attaching Brass Trim to Fireplace 18 www desatech com 110112 01C INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING HOOD Install hood to top of firebox as shown in Figure 30 Use 3 Phillips screws provided Figure 30 Installing Hood to Firebox INSTALLING LOGS
62. terial Side Wall and Ceiling A Clearances from the side of the fireplace cabinet to any combustible material and wall should follow diagram in Figure 5 Example The face of a mantel bookshelf etc is made of combustible material and protrudes 3 2 from the wall This combus tible material must be 4 from the side of the fireplace cabinet see Figure 5 Clearances from the top of the fireplace opening to the ceiling should not be less than 42 12 4 10 2 8 Example 7 5 3 2 1 4 7 8 7 16 INCHES FIREBOX 5 1 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 INCHES Minimum 16 inches from Side Wall Figure 5 Minimum Clearance for Combustible to Wall 110112 01C INSTALLATION SEQUENCE After unpacking fireplace see Unpacking page 5 we suggest that you install your fireplace system in the following sequence ADA de to B 8 9 Removal of fireplace floor assembly required Electrical connections for power cord required Relocating wall switch optional Installing blower accessory optional Connecting fireplace to gas supply required Checking gas connections required Firebox installation conventional or built in required Installing brass perimeter trim optional Installing fireplace hood required 10 Installing logs required 1 1 Installing fireplace screen required Use the following instructions to complete each ste
63. tion position See Figure 39 page 23 3 The pilot is attached to the rear of the front burner You will be able to see the pilot and spark electrode without removing the screen or logs 22 www desatech com 110112 01C OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued 4 Place the magnetic manual override handle provided with this unit on the end of the gas valve stem see Figure 39 5 Turn the override handle fully counter clockwise to the PILOT position The handle will not stop but will begin to slip when you have fully turned to the PILOT position 6 While holding the valve handle in the PILOT position press and release piezo ignitor button see Figure 39 This will light the pilot If needed keep pressing ignitor button until pilot lights 7 When pilot flame is lit hold manual over ride handle until thermocouple heats ap proximately 5 to 15 seconds If pilot goes out repeat process If several attempts to light the pilot fail contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs 8 When thermocouple is heated release override handle The main burner will im mediately light on high flame Adjust flame size by turning override handle ON OFF Button LED HI LO Button PED Manual Ignition Bypass Switch o Down is ON x Switch Piezo ignitor Magnetic Manual Override Handle Figure 39 Control Locations E TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Heater When Manually Lit S

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