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Desa VTGF33NRA User's Manual

1. Nipple Joint Sediment Trap Figure 15 Gas Connection Purchase the optional CSA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories pages 30 and 31 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 pages 8 and 9 2 Route gas line provided by installer from equipment shutoff valve to fireplace Route flexible gas supply line through one of the access holes NOTICE Most building codes do not permit con cealed gas connections A flexible gas line is pro vided to allow accessibility from the fireplace see Figure 16 The flexible gas supply line connection 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 fire place see Figure 16 4 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Con nections page 13 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
2. 110112 01 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Providing Adequate Ventilation AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION A WARNING This heater shall not be installed ina confined space or unusually tight construction un less provisions are provided for adequate combus tion and ventilation air Read the following instruc tions 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 efficient 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 PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION The following are excerpts from National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation All spaces in homes fall into one of the three following ventilation classific
3. DESCRIPTION Top Outer Casing Top Front Middle Front Rail Blower Duct Firebox Top Firebox Hood Left Front Side Right Front Side Hex Screw 10 Shoulder Screw Firebox Wrapper Cover Phillips Pan Head Screw 10 Firebox Support Louver Hinge Pin Hinge Pin Screw Slotted Hex Head Tapping Phillips Pan Head Screw 8 Outer Base Screen Assembly Outer Casing Blower 42448 HR Ro 4 pp PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 100639 01 Caution Decal 1 104356 02 Warning Decal 1 Not a field replacement part 3 Horzmore information visit www desatech com 110112 01A DESA ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES NOTICE All accessories may not be available for all fireplace models Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer If they can not supply these accessories call DESA Heating Prod ucts 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 hard wiring your fireplace PERIMETER TRIM ACCESSORY 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
4. Carefully follow the instructions below This will ensure safe installation Minimum Clearances For Side Combustible Material Side Wall and Ceiling A Clearances from the side of the fireplace cabinet to any com bustible 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 combustible material must be 4 from the side of the fireplace cabinet see Figure 5 B Clearances from the top of the fireplace opening to the ceiling should not be less than 42 inches 121 4 101 2 854 7 51 4 31 2 u 13 4 7 8 7 16 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 For more information visit www INSTALLATION SEQUENCE After unpacking fireplace see Unpacking page 4 we suggest that you install your fireplace system in the following sequence 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 NOUO QN ae om INS Installing firepl
5. em 39 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE seen 21 WARRANTY INFORMATION Back Cover SPEGIFIGATIONRS rtt ep orte eet tede pcs 22 SAFETY INFORMATION A WARNINGS A WARNING Do notallow fans to blow directly into the A WARNING This product contains 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 or service this fireplace Improper use of this fireplace can cause serious injury or death from burns fire explosion elec trical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning A DANGER Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu with headaches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs the fireplace may not be working properly Get fresh air at once Have fireplace serviced Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide than others These include pregnant women people with heart or lung disease or anemia those under the influence of alcohol and those at high altitudes Natural and Propane LP Gas Natural and propane LP gases are odorless An odor making agent is added to these gases The odor helps you detect a gas leak However the odor added to the gas can fade Gas may be present even though no odo
6. CABINET MANTEL ACCESSORY WITH FIREPLACE PERIMETER BRASS TRIM GMC11F Series Walnut Finished Hardwood Veneer GMC12U Series Unfinished Hardwood Veneer Ready to Stain or Paint GMC13F Series Medium Stained Oak Veneer GM102W Series Off White Paint For all models Mantel features moldings fluted sides and medal lion Dimensions H xW xD 48 x 56 3 4 x 22 3 4 HEARTH BASE for Use with Cabinet Mantel GC3333F Series Walnut Finished Hardwood Veneer GC3334U Series Unfinished Hardwood Veneer GC3335F Series Medium Stained Oak Veneer G3004W Series Off White Paint For all models The hearth base creates a handsome riser for the fireplace Dimensions xW xD 6 2 x 58 x 28 16 SLIM HEARTH BASE Not Shown G3005J Series Jade Marble Laminate G3005S Series Sandstone Marble Laminate G3005B Series Black Onyx Marble Laminate For all models The slim hearth base allows you to further custom ize your fireplace Dimensions HxWxD 5 8 x 41 7 s x 10 For mores ifo 110112 01A nation visit www desatech com Mantel Trim Hearth eg Base Trim B LAMINATE TRIM FOR HEARTH OR MANTEL G3002J Series Jade Marble Laminate Mantel Trim G3003J Series Jade Marble Laminate Hearth Base Trim G3002S Series Sandstone Marble Laminate Mantel Trim G3003S Series Sandstone Marble Laminate Hearth Base Trim G3002B Series Black Onyx Marble Laminate Trim G3003B Series Black Onyx Marble
7. Keep the appliance area clear and free from combus tible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids e reor 110112 01A SAFETY INFORMATION PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION SAFETY INFORMATION Continued 1 10 11 12 13 14 15 This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases Do not place propane LP supply tank s inside any structure Lo cate propane LP supply tank s outdoors propane LP units only 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 This fireplace shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom Do not use this fireplace as a wood burning fireplace Use only the logs provided with the fireplace Do not add extra logs or ornaments such as pine cones ver miculite or rock wool Using these added items can cause soot ing Do not add lava rock around base Rock and debris could fall into the control area of fireplace To prevent the creation of soot follow the instructions in Clean ing and Maintenance pages 21 and 22 Before using furniture polish wax carpet cleaner or similar product
8. 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 requirements 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 fireplace valves Never use sealant on flare threads A WARNING Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant to liquid petroleum LP gas We recommend that you install a sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 15 Locate sediment trap where itis 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 External Regulator Propane LP Supply Tank Vent Pointing Down Figure 14 External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down Propane LP Gas For more information visit ww Q CSA Design Certified QSS Equipment Shutoff Valve C With 1 8 NPT Tap Natural From Gas Meter 5 W C to 10 5 W C Pressure Propane LP From External Regulator 11 to 14 W C Pressure 3 Minimum
9. 110112 01A AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Ventilation Air Cont INSTALLATION Check Gas Type AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued 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 7223 I NFPA 54 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 E ees ir pe Outlet Air To Attic m m mm To Crawl 253 Inlet Air Ventilated ner ANE Crawl Space Figure 4 Ventilation Air from Outdoors Por mors information visit www desatech com 110112 01A INSTALLATION NOTICE This heater is intended for use as supple mental heat Use this heater along with your primary heating system Do not install this heater as your primary heat source If you hav
10. Natural Gas Electric Other 6 How was the product installed Professional Installer Self Other 7 Cost of product excluding sales tax 8 Cost to install product 9 Type of store where product was purchased Hardware Propane Dealer Natural Gas Utility Co Home Center Builder s Supply Fireplace or Hearth Shop Farm Store Other 10 What motivated you to buy this product Sudden Cold Weather Replace Older Model D I Y Home Project Emergency Back Up Heat Heater was on Sale Energy Savings High Efficiency Construction Project Other 11 How did you learn about this product brand Advertising Relative or Friend Store Display Other 12 Level of Education of Purchaser Some High School Completed High School Completed College Completed Graduate School 13 Age of Purchaser Under 20 20 29 O30 39 O40 49 O50 59 60 or Over 14 Buyers total annual household income Under 15 000 15 000 to 19 999 20 000 to 34 999 35 000 to 49 999 50 000 to 74 999 75 000 to 99 999 100 000 and Over 15 Store where product was purchased Name City State 16 In choosing this product how important were the following Not Important Somewhat Important Very Important Availability Price O O O Brand Name O O O Overall Quality O O O Heat Output O O O Made in USA O O O Warranty O O O Local Service O O O Value for Price O O O Prior
11. 099157 01 3 16 Break Mandrell Rivet 109157 01 Sensor Bracket 102445 01 Piezo Ignitor 107564 01 Remote Control 107562 01 Switch and Wire Assembly 110111 01 Bracket Switch and Piezo 102334 01 Palnut Fastener 107573 01 Valve Bracket 107743 01 Thermocouple Tube 19724000 Cable Tie 901056 01 Flare Adapter Fitting 3 8 NPT 107736 01 Wall Plate Assembly Kit Contains Items 31 33 44 107737 01 Wall Switch Assembly Kit Contains Items 28 30 31 33 44 424 Bonn upp DB 2 a a a a a a oa a a Not a field replacement part Por nora information visit www desatech com 110112 01A DESA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models VTGF33NRA and VTGF33PRA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FIREPLACE MODELS VTGF33NRA AND VTGF33PRA 2 3 For more information visit wwwrdesatechrcom 110112 01A PARTS LIST Models VTGF33NRA and VTGF33PRA 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 32 of this manual KEY PART NO NUMBER 101357 01 101351 01CK 101353 01CK 111339 01 101712 03 102759 02CK 102758 02CK M11084 26 099230 01 101514 01 098304 01 101348 01 102455 02 104313 01 104313 02 M10908 2 098304 03 101346 01 101727 03 111547 01
12. Note A qualified installer must make all electrical connections 3 Horzmore information visit www desatech com 110112 01A Hole in Floor Support Bracket Hole in Outer Casing Bushings Figure 7 Routing Power Cord 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 button switch and decorative wall plate assembly sup plied 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 assembly 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 mounted 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 For Recessed Installation If fireplace is to be recessed into a wall see Built In Fireplace Installation page 15 we recomme
13. oxygen from the room in which it is in stalled Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided Refer to Air for Com bustion and Ventilation section on page 5 of this manual This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by local codes This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases Aftermarket Completion of sale not for purpose of resale from the manufacturer Jaa anual for future reference DESA TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION 2 IROUBLESHOOT NG etin 23 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION 2222 3 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LIST 26 LOCAL CODES e hadnt er 4 ACCESSORIES ri vette EDU 30 UNPAGKING iiti ee ende 4 REPLACEMENT PARTS 32 PRODUGT FEATURES Ra 4 WIRING DIAGRAM nens 32 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION 5 SERVICE iii e Pte tute tus 32 INSTALLATION u 22 222 2 re reete de etaed 7 TECHNICAL SERVICE esses 32 OPERATING FIREPLACE eese 18 5 io Beate a EE 33 INSPECTING BURNERS seen 20 OWNER S REGISTRATION
14. Front Log 107560 01 Magnetic Manual Override Handle 110105 03 Rear Log 110108 01 Burner Shield 110105 04 Right Crossover Log 110104 01 Left Crossover Log 098219 37 Power Cord 103304922 110885 01 Inlet Tube 104285 02 ODS Pilot Natural 107568 01 Main Power Cable 104286 02 ODS Pilot Propane LP 110063 02 Burner Front 110093 05 Electrode Bracket 111458 01 B Al Brack 099387 09 Pilot Tube 58 0 urner Alignment Bracket 099415 12 Pressure Regulator Natural 111323 01 Pilot Shield 099415 18 Pressure Regulator Propane LP 108105 01 Rear Burner 097809 03 Fitting 3 8 Flare to 1 2 NPT 102843 01 Burner Clip 101628 03 Flexible Connector 107110 01 Spacer 110884 01 Burner Tube 100321 01 Spacer 099056 27 Injector Rear Burner Natural Gas 107566 01 Module Control Board 099056 29 Injector Rear Burner LP Gas 102349 02 Support PCB 101004 15 Injector Front Burner NG 107565 01 Receiver Assembly 101004 18 Injector Front Burner LP 107565 02 Sensor Assembly 101004 11 Injector Middle Burner NG 098303 02 Screw 6 101004 18 Injector Middle Burner LP M11084 50 Screws 110063 01 Middle Burner 108631 01 Log Alignment Screw 108134 01 NG Rear Plate T Firebox Bottom i 107563 01 Wall Switch and Cord E 107558 01 Wall Switch Decorative Plate 107561 01 Wall Plate Decal 101480 11 High Temp Black Wire Assembly 099125 13 Terminal Board 100694 01 Screw 6 x 11 4 PH 107847 01 Screw 619 x 1 4
15. 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 productsupport desaint com FIRE CRACKLE CF6 A Not Shown For all models Creates the sound of a real burning fire For more information visit ww poe CORNER MANTEL ACCESSORY WITH FIREPLACE PERIMETER BRASS TRIM GMC36F Series Walnut Finished Birch Veneer GMC37U Series Unfinished Birch Veneer Ready to Stain or Paint GM202F Series Oak Finished For all models Space saving corner mantels feature moldings fluting and medallion Dimensions xW xD 48 4 x 60 7 s x 34 3 4 CORNER HEARTH BASE G3008F Series Walnut Finished G3009U Series Unfinished G3010F Series Oak Finished For all models The corner hearth base is designed for use with the corner mantels to create a handsome riser for the fireplace Dimensions HxWxD 6 x 52 1 x 23 3 4 p CABINET MANTEL AND FULL HEARTH BASE GMC90F Series Oak Finished GMC91U Series Unfinished Birch GMC92F Series Cherry Finished Birch For all models Mantel features columns moldings fluting and medallion Dimensions WxHxD 56 x 50 x 24 110112 01 ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES Continued g
16. Laminate Hearth Base Trim For all models Mantel trim for cabinet or corner mantel Hearth base trim for hardwood hearth bases FIREBOX BRICK LINER G8000 SERIES Not Shown For all models Ceramic fiber firebox liner adds the look of real brick CLEANING KIT GCK Not Shown For all models Your vent free gas appliance requires 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 DESA REPLACEMENT PARTS WIRING DIAGRAM SERVICE HINTS TECHNICAL SERVICE 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 Techni cal 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
17. ON position manual ignition position See Figure 39 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 ON OFF LED Button LED HI LO Button Manual Ignition Bypass Switch e Down is ON Wall Switch Gas Ignitor co Valve Magnetic Manual Override Handle DESA Figure 39 Control Locations OPERATING FIREPLACE Manual Lighting Instructions for Electrical Power Outage Cont To Turn Off Gas To Appliance Optional Blower Operation INSPECTING BURNERS Pilot Flame Pattern 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 page 19 5 Turn the override handle fully counterclockwise 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 page 19 This will light the pilot If needed keep pressing ignitor button until pilot lights 7 When pilot flame is lit hold manual override handle until thermocouple heats approximately 5 to 15 seconds If pi lot goes out repeat process If several attempts to light the pilot fail contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs 96 When thermocouple
18. 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 floor sup port 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 appro priate floor support bracket 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 sup port bracket by snapping into place 6 Route the 3 prong plug through the 1 5 hole in fireplace outer casing 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 pages 15 and 16 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
19. 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 together tighten both set screws on the adjusting plate with slotted screwdriver Figure 30 Installing Hood to Firebox 7 Repeat steps 1 through 6 for other side INSTALLING LOGS 8 Tighten trim hanging screws 10 x 6 25 shoulder into holes in cabinets Place the assembled trim onto fireplace cabinet Align hanging notches on trim with hanging screws on side of fireplace see Figure 29 Push trim firmly into place sliding hanging notches over hanging screws A WARNING Failure to position the parts in accor dance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in roperty damage or personal injury Set Screws property 9 jury Side Brass Adjusting Top B Trim Plate M ASS CAUTION After installation and periodically there bow after check to ensure that no yellow flame comes in Q contact with any log With the heater set to HI check to see if flames contact any log If so reposition logs according to the log installation instructions in this Slot x manual Yellow flames contacting logs will create soot 22 T s SS It is very important to install the logs exactly as
20. floor assembly with screws removed in step 3 of Removing Fireplace Screen and Floor Assembly pages 8 and 9 desatechrcom 110112 01A INSTALLATION Connecting Fireplace To Gas Supply Cont Checking Gas Connections INSTALLATION Continued To Fireplace Gas Regulator Flexible Gas Line from 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 A WARNING Test all gas piping and connections internal and external to unit for leaks after installing or servicing Correct all leaks at once A WARNING Never use an open flame to check for aleak Apply anoncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct leaks at once WARNING For propane LP units make sure exter nal regulator has been installed between propane LP supply and heater See guidelines under nstalling Gas Piping to Fireplace Location pages 11 and 12 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 2 Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve was connected 3
21. lit or shut off 1 Metal expanding while heating or con tracting while cooling 1 This is common with most fireplaces If noise is excessive contact qualified ser vice person Fireplace produces unwanted odors Fireplace burning vapors from paint hair spray glues cleaners chemicals new carpet etc see IMPORTANT statement above Gas leak See Warning statement above Open window and ventilate room Stop using odor causing products while fire place is running Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 13 Fireplace shuts off in use ODS operates Not enough fresh air is available Low line pressure ODS pilot is partially clogged Open window and or door for ventilation Contact local gas company Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance pages 21 and 22 Gas odor even when wall switch and remote control buttons and switches are in OFF position Gas leak See Warning statement above Control valve defective Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 13 Replace control valve Gas odor during combustion Foreign matter between control valve and burner Gas leak See Warning statement above Take apart gas tubing and remove for eign matter Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 13 Dark residue on logs or inside of fireplace Note After r
22. one of the following raise the mantel shelf to an acceptable height remove the mantel shelf Wall board or facing material above firebox may be of combustible material including decorative mantel ornaments or Mantel Shelf other similar projec A tions off of the facing material Framing Material Noncombustible N Material May Project Off this Surface above the Firebox Hood 13 16 19 21 Y Note All vertical measurements are from top of fireplace hood opening to bottom of mantel shelf These minimum clearances replace any other recommended clearances supplied with your ANSI Z21 11 2 approved gas logs Wire mesh Screen Supplied Firebox Hood Must Be Used at All Times Figure 27 Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built In Installation DESA INSTALLATION Assembling And Attaching Optional Brass Trim Installing Hood Installing Logs INSTALLATION Continued ASSEMBLING AND ATTACHING OPTIONAL INSTALLING HOOD BRASS TRIM Install hood to top of firebox as shown in Figure 30 Use 3 Phillips Included with Mantel Accessory screws provided Note The instructions below show assembling and attaching 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
23. 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 wrong 7 Replace pilot assembly When ignitor button is pressed there is Gas supply turned off or equipment 1 Turn on gas supply or open equipment spark at ODS pilot but no ignition manual ignition mode ns shutoff valve closed Control knob not in PILOT position Air in gas lines when installed Depleted gas supply propane LP only ODS pilot is clogged Gas regulator setting is not correct shutoff valve Turn control knob to PILOT position full counterclockwise Continue holding control knob in full counterclockwise position Repeat igniting operation until air is removed Contactlocal propane LP gas company Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance pages 21 and 22 or re place ODS pilot assembly Replace gas regulator ODS pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released manual ignition mode sD For more information visit Control knob not fully turned counter clockwise Control knob not held long enough Equipment shutoff valve not fully open Pilot flame not touching thermocouple which allows thermocouple to cool causing pilot flame to go out This prob lem could be caused
24. B Vent room directly to the outdoors See Ventilation Air From Out doors page 7 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 WARNING If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that defined as an uncon fined space or if the building is of unusually tight construction provide adequate combustion and ven tilation air by one of the methods described in the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Sec tion 5 3 or applicable local codes 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 provide 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 3 You can also remove door into adjoining room see option 3 Figure 3 Follow the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 I NFPA 54 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventilation grills or ducts Ventilation Grills Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Or Into Adjoining Room E m 1 Remove Door into Adjoining Room Option O 3
25. Brand Experience O O O Controls Location O O O Thermostat Remote or Manual Operation O O O Ease of Operation O O O Special Features O O O Salesperson s Recommendation O O O Friend Relative s Recommendation O O O Portability O O O Quiet Operation O O O AdVL Postage Required DESA HEATING PRODUCTS 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 TAPE NOTES NOTES Por information visit www desatech com DESA 110112 01A DESA HEATING PRODUCTS 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 www desatech com Rev A NOT A UPC 04 03 For more information visit www de
26. Check burner for dirt and debris If found clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance pages 21 and 22 Replace regulator 3 Problem will stop after a few hours of operation Moisture condensation noticed on windows Horzmore information visit www desatech com 110112 01A Not enough combustion ventilation air 1 Refer to Air for Combustion and Venti lation requirements page 5 DESA TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Heater produces a whistling noise when 1 Turning control knob to HI position 1 Turn control knob to LO position and burner is lit 2 when burner is cold Air in gas line Air passageways on heater blocked Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice 2 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 clear ances see page 8 Clean burner see Cleaning and Main tenance pages 21 and 22 or replace burner orifice When ignitor button is pressed there is no spark at ODS pilot manual ignition mode Ignitor electrode not connected to igni tor cable Ignitor cable pinched or wet Piezo ignitor nut is loose Reconnect ignitor cable Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry Tighten nut holding piezo ignitor to base panel of log
27. DESA UNVENTED VENT FREE GAS FIREPLACE HEATING PRODUCTS OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL 230 14 6 9 rf Shown with optional cabinet mantel hearth base and trim accessories 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 e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a quali fied installer service agency or the gas supplier WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures For assis tance or additional information con sult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier WARNING This is an unvented gas fired heater It uses air
28. NTIONALLY LEFT BLANK satech com For more information visit www de 110112 01A OWNER S REGISTRATION FORM In order to provide better customer service for this and future purchases we recommend that you register your product with us You can register online at www desatech com If access to our website is not available to you please complete this Owner s Registration Form and mail to the address on the back of this owner s manual Please provide the following product information Brand Comfort Glow Vanguard etc Model EFP33PR VTGH33NR etc Date Purchased Note Keep receipt for warranty verification Serial Number 1 7 7or9 digit number located on product or identification tag First Name Last Name Address City State Zip Country Home Phone E Mail Please answer the following questions to register your product with DESA Heating Products 1 Where will the product be used Living Family Room Office Warehouse Utility Shed Outbuilding Garage Bedroom Bathroom Other If you bought this product yourself did you plan to purchase this type of product before going into the store Yes Who selected the product Male Female Both 4 What is the population of your area Under 10 000 10 000 to 25 000 25 000 to 50 000 50 000 to 100 000 100 000 to 250 000 Over 250 000 5 What is your primary source of heat Propane LP Gas Fuel Wood
29. Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane LP sup ply tank valve for propane LP gas or opening main gas valve lo cated on or near gas meter for natural gas or using compressed air 4 Check all joints of gas supply piping system Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak 5 Correct all leaks at once 6 Reconnect fireplace and equipment shutoff valve to gas sup ply Check reconnected fittings for leaks Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Close equipment shutoff valve see Figure 17 2 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 com pressed air Ppor Inora information visit www desatech com 110112 01A 3 Check all joints from gas meter for natural gas or propane LP supply to equipment shutoff valve for propane LP gas see Fig ures 18 or 19 Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak 4 Correct all leaks at once 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 Check all joints from equipment shutoff valve to gas valve see Figure 18 or 19 Apply noncorrosive leak detec
30. TO OFF ON Switch INSPECTING BURNERS Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 41 on page 21 shows a correct pilot flame pattern Figure 42 page 21 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern The incorrect pilot flame is not touching the thermocouple This will cause the thermo couple to cool When the thermocouple cools the heater will shut down If pilot flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 42 page 21 turn heater off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 19 or col umn 1 see Troubleshooting pages 23 through 25 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 For more information visit ww vat 110112 01 INSPECTING BURNER Continued Automatic Ignitor Electrode Thermocouple Figure 41 CorrectPilot Flame Pattern Propane LP Pilot Shown Automatic Ignitor Thermocouple Electrode 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 pat terns The incorrect burner flame patterns show yellow tipping attop of blue flame A WARNING If yellow tipping occurs your heater could produce increased levels of carbon monoxide If burne
31. Weight 78 165 78 lbs For input adjustment 110112 01 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Note For additional help visit DESA Heating Products technical service web site at www desatech com Note All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation OBSERVED PROBLEM WARNING Turn off heater andletcoolbefore servicing Only aqualified service person should service and repair heater A CAUTION Never use a wire needle or similar object to clean ODS pilot This can damage ODS pilot unit POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Whenbuttons onremote control are pressed there is no response from fireplace 1 2 So Battery in remote control is either miss ing or has low power Remote control is not pointed toward fireplace Manual ignition bypass switch not in OFF position No power available to fireplace Ignitor electrode not connected to igni tor cable Broken ignitor cable Ignitor electrode broken Ignitor electrode positioned wrong 1 2 10 Replace battery in remote control Point remote control toward lower front panel of fireplace when operating Place manual ignition bypass switch in OFF position Make sure power cord is plugged into electrical outlet and outlet has power Reconnect ignitor cable Replace ignitor cable Replace electrode Replace ODS pilot When wa
32. ace hood required Installing logs required 11 Installing fireplace screen required Use the following instructions to complete each step 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 person to do this 1 Toremove fireplace screen remove two screws that hold fire place screen in place for shipping These screws are located near top of screen Discard screws Lift fireplace screen up and pull out to remove 2 If logs are installed carefully remove the logs and set aside noting the properly mounted location of each 3 Remove screws that attach fireplace floor assembly to fire place Open lower louver door Carefully lift up fireplace floor assembly and remove from fireplace taking care to pull flex ible gas line through the access holes see Figure 6 page 9 Note Be careful of all wires on underside of log base CAUTION Donot pick up fireplace floor assembly by burners This could damage burners Only handle base by grates 110112 01 INSTALLATION Removing Fireplace Screen And Floor Assembly Cont Electrical Connections for Power Cord Relocating Wall Switch Assembly INSTALLATION Continued Flexible Gas Line Fireplace Floor Assembly Screw Figure 6
33. ations 1 Unusually Tight Construction 2 Unconfined Space 3 Confined Space The information on pages 5 through 7 will help you classify your space and provide adequate ventilation Unusually Tight Construction The air that leaks around doors and windows may provide enough fresh air for combustion and ventilation However in buildings of unusually tight construction you must provide additional fresh air For more infor 110112 01A nation visit www desatech com Unusually tight construction is defined as construction where a walls and ceilings exposed to the outside 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 win dows 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 Lo cation on page 6 Confined Space and Unconfined Space The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 defines a confined space as a spa
34. by one or both of the following A Low gas pressure B Dirty or partially clogged OD S pilot Thermocouple connection loose at con trol valve Thermocouple damaged Control valve damaged MO Turn control knob fully counterclock wise After ODS pilot lights hold control knob for 30 seconds Fully open equipment shutoff valve A Contact local natural or propane LP gas company B Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance pages 21 and 22 or re place ODS pilot assembly Hand tighten until snug then tighten 1 4 turn more Replace pilot assembly Replace control valve 110112 01A TROUBLESHOOTING Continued TROUBLESHOOTING building 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 Follow 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 a clicking ticking noise just after burners are
35. ce 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 aspace whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8 m per kw of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space Rooms communicating directly with the space in which the appliances are installed through openings not furnished with doors are considered a part of the unconfined space Adjoining rooms are communicating only if there are doorless passageways or ventilation grills between them DESA AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Determining Fresh Air Flow For Heater Location Ventilation Air AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued 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 passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms 1 Determine the volume of the space length x width x height Length x Width x Height Example Space size 20 ft length x 18 ft width x 8 ft ceiling height 2880 cu ft volume of space cu ft volume of space If additional ventilation to adjoining room is supplied with grills or open ings add the volume of thes
36. e a central heating system you may run system s circulating blower while using heater This will help circulate the heat throughout the house In the event of a power outage you can use this heater as your primary heat source WARNING A qualified service person must in stall fireplace Follow all local codes A WARNING Never install the fireplace in a bedroom or bathroom inarecreational vehicle Where curtains furniture clothing or other flam mable 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 creates warm air cur rents These currents move heat to wall surfaces next to 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 cleaning fluids oil or kerosene lamps etc in the air exist 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 i
37. e rooms to the total volume of the space 2 Multiply the space volume by 20 to determine the maximum 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 2 57 600 maximum Btu Hr the space can support 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 4 Btu Hr Total Btu Hr Do not include direct vent gas appliances Direct vent draws com bustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors Example Gas water heater 40 000 Btu Hr Vent free heater t 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 can support Btu Hr actual amount of Btu Hr used Example 57 600 Btu Hr maximum the space can support 773 000 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
38. emovng all causes of residue deposits completely clean fireplace and appli ances of all residue before reusing appliance Improper log placement Drafts or other air currents affecting flame pattern Air holes at burner inlet blocked Burner flame holes blocked Properly locate logs see Installing Logs pages 16 and 17 Eliminate source of drafts around heater Clean out air holes at burner inlet Peri odically repeat as needed Remove blockage White powderresidue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture Por fof 110112 01A When heated vapors from furniture pol ish wax carpet cleaners etc may turn into white powder residue Turn heater off when using furniture polish wax carpet cleaners or similar products ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models VTGF33PRA and VTGF33NRA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN REMOTE CONTROL LOG BASE ASSEMBLY MODELS VTGF33PRA VTGF33NRA SHOWN 110112 01A PARTS LIST Models VTGF33PRA and VTGF33NRA 27 PARTS LIST REMOTE CONTROL LOG BASE ASSEMBLY MODELS VTGF33PRA VTGF33NRA This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 32 of this manual 110103 01 Ember Bed Log 107559 01 Gas Control Valve Natural 110105 02 Left Front Log 107559 02 Gas Control Valve eee abl 110105 01 Right
39. emplate Carefully pass wall switch assembly through rectangular open ing 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 Ppor mora information visit www desatech com 110112 01A 14 Drive mounting screws removed in step 2 of Relocating Wall Switch Assembly on pages 9 and 10 through wall plate holes and into pilot holes in mantel wall 15 Tighten screws until wall switch assembly is firmly attached to mantel Do not overtighten INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION A WARNING A qualified service person must con nect fireplace to gas supply Follow all local codes A WARNING For propane LP units never connect fireplace directly to propane LP supply This fire place requires an external regulator not supplied Install the external regulator between the heater and propane LP supply A 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 gau
40. eplace Into Cabinet Mantel DSALECHFCONM 110112 01A INSTALLATION Continued 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 Ifinstalling 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 10 Actual Framing Height 323 33 Front Width 345 45 35 a Depth 16 1146 173 4 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 Install and properly ground GA3555 three prong 120 volt elec trical outlet in fireplace Follow instructions included in kit see Accessories pages 30 and 31 If not already completed install gas piping to fireplace loca tion 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 pages 11 and 12 Carefully set fireplace in front of rough opening with back of fireplace inside wall opening Attach flexible gas line to gas supply See Connecting Fire place to Gas Supply pages 12 a
41. es see Accessories pages 30 and 31 The hearth base accessory shown is optional for this installa tion You can install fireplace and cabinet mantel directly on the floor The corner mantel accessory cannot be installed with the hearth bases You must install corner mantel directly on the floor 1 Assemble cabinet mantel hearth base and trim accessories Assembly instructions are included with each accessory 2 When installing blower install a properly grounded 120 volt three prong electrical outlet 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 If not already completed install gas piping to fireplace loca tion This installation includes an approved flexible gas line Gf 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 pages 11 and 12 4 Place hearth base accessory against wall at installation loca tion 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 flus
42. ews 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 attached to wall Do not overtighten Opening in Wall or Mantel Wall Wall Switch Assembly Screws Figure 13 Securing Wall Switch Assembly Mounting Wall Switch Assembly to Side of Mantel 7 10 11 12 13 Create three openings in the mantel wall according to Tem plate 2 page 33 This is best done by making a pattern to work with on the mantel Carefully cut page 33 34 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 bottom 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 page 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 suit able tool carefully cut out the rectangular opening Note The comers of the rectangle may be round IMPORTANT Do not exceed the size of the rectangle on t
43. g on desired location of switch Pass wall switch as sembly and cord through 1 5 diameter hole in side of fire place 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 assembly to the side of the mantel see page 11 A CAUTION Do not apply excessive pull on cord OU Wire Tie Firebox Tube Bottom Wall Switch Assembly Hole in Floor Support Bracket 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 33 This is best done by making a pattern to work with on your wall Carefully cut page 33 34 from manual and tape paper template vertically onto 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 8 Remove paper template from wall 9 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 This will give you cutting lines for the rectangle you will cut in the wall 11 Using a keyhole
44. ge connection sediment trap tee joint pipe wrench approved flexible gas line with gas connector if allowed by lo cal codes not provided A CSA 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 pages 30 and 31 For propane LP units the installer must supply an external regula tor 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 pressure heater regulator damage could occur Install external regulator with the vent point ing down as shown in Figure 14 page 12 Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet DESA INSTALLATION Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Location Cont Connecting Fireplace To Gas Supply INSTALLATION Continued A CAUTION Use only new black iron or steel pipe Internally tinned copper tubing may be used in cer tain 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
45. h against wall Break off nailing flanges see Figure 22 with hammer or pliers Place cardboard or other protective material on top of hearth base Carefully set fireplace on protective material with back of fireplace inside mantel opening 9 Attach flexible gas line to fireplace gas regulator See Con necting Fireplace to Gas Supply pages 12 and 13 Rigid Pipe and Gas Shutoff Valve Electrical BH Outlet Gas Line Access Hole Figure 20 Placing Hearth Base Accessory Against Wall For more information visit WWW d 10 Route electrical cord s through access holes in either side of fire place with bushing Plug electrical cord s into electrical outlet 11 Carefully insert fireplace into cabinet mantel see Figure 23 Be careful not to scratch or damage hearth base cabinet man tel or any laminate trim on hearth base Remove protective material from top of hearth base and from front of fireplace if any Note You can secure fireplace to hearth or floor Open lower louver Locate screw holes in bottom of base Tighten wood screws through these holes and into hearth or floor 12 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Con nections page 13 lt gt m Cabinet Mantel Nailing Flanges ddd Figure 23 Inserting Fir
46. instructed Do not Mitered Edge modify logs Only use logs supplied with heater Before installing Figure 28 Assembling Brass Trim T logs make sure log alignment screws are in place and straight Hanging 1 Place log 1 ember bed onto base over log alignment screws 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 Hanging Notches on Trim Assembled Brass Trim Figure 29 Attaching Brass Trim to Fireplace For more information 110112 01A INSTALLATION Installing Logs Cont 1 Installing Battery Into Remote INSTALLATION Continued 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 Place log 4 onto two alignment screws to rear of base see Figure 33 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 Place log 6 onto two pins on log 1 ember bed and rest back of log 6 on back log 4 see Figure 34 Figure 33 Installing Log 4 Por uot information visit www desatech com 110112 01A Figure 34 Installing Log 5 and Log 6 INSTALLING BATTERY INTO REMOTE 1 Locate slot at bottom of remote contr
47. is heated release override handle The main burner will immediately light on high flame Adjust flame size by turning override handle TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Heater When Manually Lit Set manual ignition bypass switch on control panel to OFF automatic ignition position This will cause the controls to shut down the fireplace 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 OPERATING This blower has three settings ON OFF and AUTO In the ON position the blower will operate constantly In the OFF posi tion the blower will not operate In the AUTO position the blower will start when the thermostat senses a sufficient in crease 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 AU
48. ll switch button is pressed there is no response from fireplace No power available to fireplace Manual ignition bypass switch not in OFF position Wallswitch wire harness is disconnected m Make sure power cord is 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 fireplace Replace if necessary Burner does not light after ODS pilot is lit Burner orifice clogged Inlet gas pressure is too low Clean burner see Cleaning and Main tenance pages 21 and 22 or replace burner orifice Contact local gas company Delayed ignition burner Manifold pressure is too low Burner orifice clogged Contact local natural or propane LP gas company Clean burner see Cleaning and Main tenance pages 21 and 22 or replace burner orifice Burner backfiring during combustion Burner orifice is clogged or damaged Damaged burner Gas regulator defective WN Clean burner see Cleaning and Main tenance pages 21 and 22 or replace burner orifice Replace damaged burner Replace regulator Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Ww N Not enough air Gas regulator defective Residues from manufacturing processes and logs curing N
49. nd 13 Plug electrical cord s into electrical outlet installed in step 2 Carefully insert fireplace into rough opening Attach fireplace to wall studs using nails or wood screws through holes in nailing flange see Figure 26 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Con nections pages 13 Install brass trim See Assembling and Attaching Optional Brass Trim page 16 39 3 8 17 27 7 8 33 L 35 1a gt Figure 24 Rough Opening for Figure 25 Rough Opening Installing in Wall for Installing in Corner For more info 110112 01 rmation visit www desatech com INSTALLATION Built In Fireplace Installation RS v Nails or P Wood e Screws d Nailing Flanges Figure 26 Attaching Fireplace to Wall Studs Mantel Clearances for Built In Installation If placing mantel above built in fireplace you must meet minimum clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening NOTICE Surface temperatures of adjacent walls and mantels become hot during operation Walls and mantels above the firebox may become hot to the touch If installed properly these temperatures meet the requirement of the national product standard Follow all minimum clearances shown in this manual NOTICE If your installation does not meet the mini mum clearances shown you must do
50. nd 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 switch 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 DESA INSTALLATION Relocating Wall Switch Assembly Cont INSTALLATION Continued For Mantel Installation If fireplace is to be installed into a mantel see Conventional Fireplace Installation page 15 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 CAUTION Becareful 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 dependin
51. nstallation see Built In Fireplace Installation page 15 IMPORTANT Vent free heaters add moisture to the air Although this is beneficial installing fireplace in rooms without enough ventilation air may cause mildew to form from too much moisture See Air for Combustion and Ventilation pages 5 through 7 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 DESA INSTALLATION Electrical Hookup Installation Clearances Installation Sequence Removing Fireplace Screen And Floor Assembly INSTALLATION Continued ELECTRICAL HOOKUP This fireplace normally operates under 120 VAC 60 Hz line volt age The electrical cord supplied with your fireplace is five feet in length You must locate fireplace within reach of a 120 volt grounded electrical outlet Ifnot you must install an electrical outlet within reach of the fireplace power cord The GA3555 outlet accessory may be used for built in applications INSTALLATION CLEARANCES A WARNING Maintain the minimum clearances If you can provide greater clearances from floor ceil ing and adjoining wall MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS Top Left and Bottom Right Sides and Rear 0 16 0
52. ol see Figure 35 Firmly insert tool such as a small screwdriver butter knife or dime into the slot and lift up to remove cover 2 Insert supplied battery into remote control Positive and nega tive are marked inside remote 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 Tab Slot Cover A23 12 Volt Battery Positive Remote Control Negative Figure 35 Installing Battery DESA INSTALLATION Installing Screen OPERATING FIREPLACE For Your Safety Read Before Lighting Normal Lighting Instructions INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING SCREEN Install fireplace screen by slipping notches of fireplace screen over screws on front of fireplace see Figure 36 Screws for Figure 36 Installing Fireplace Screen OPERATING FIREPLACE RE FOR YOUR SAFETY Mounting Screen READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING If you do notfollow these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing prop erty damage personal injury or loss of life A Thisappliance 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 fol lowing warnings mu
53. on wall switch once Note This fireplace does not have a pilot only mode A CAUTION Do not try to adjust heating levels by using the equipment shutoff valve ON OFF Button Wall Switch Assembly HI LO Button Manual Ignition Bypass Switch Up is for Remote Control Thermocouple 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 Fol low 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 sec onds 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 heat ing season If so the ON button may need to be pressed again This will allow air to bleed from gas system If sev eral attempts to light pilot fail contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs Until repairs are made light and
54. operate manually see Manual Lighting Instruc tions 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 Por information visit www desatech com 110112 01A 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 APPLIANCE Shutting Off Heater Wall Switch Shutting Off Heater Wireless Remote Control Push ON OFF button on wall switch once Point remote control toward lower front of fireplace and push both buttons at the same time MANUAL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR ELECTRICAL POWER OUTAGE A WARNING You must operate this heater with the fireplace screen in place Make sure fireplace screen is in place before running heater NOTICE During initial operation of new heater burning logs will give offapaper 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 under Normal Lighting Instructions pages 18 and 19 2 Set manual ignition bypass switch on control panel to
55. r exists Make certain you read and understand all warnings Keep this manual for reference It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this fireplace A WARNING Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous For more information visit www fireplace Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame pat terns Ceiling fans can create drafts thatalter burner flame patterns Altered burner patterns can cause sooting A WARNING Do not use a blower insert heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with this fireplace Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the appliance Never place any objects on the heater Fireplace front and screen become very hot when running fireplace Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing ignition Fireplace will remain hot for a time after shutdown Allow surfaces to cool before touching Carefully supervise young children 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 fireplace screen and hood are in place before running fireplace
56. r flame patterns show yellow tipping follow in structions below Yellow flame onrear 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 If front and or middle burner flame patterns are incorrect as shown in Figure 44 turn heater off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance pages 19 or 20 see Troubleshooting pages 23 through 25 3 Horzmore information visit www desatech com 110112 01A INSPECTING BURNERS Burner Flame Patterns CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Burner Injector Holder Yellow Tipping At Top of Blue Flame KAJ My A 1A EEE 10 Figure 44 Incorrect Burner Flame Patterns CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE A WARNING Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning A CAUTION You must keep control areas burners and circulating air passageways of heater clean In spect these areas of heater before each use Have heater inspected yearly by a qualified service person Heater may need more frequent cleaning due to exces sivelintfrom carpeting pet hair bedding material etc CLEANING BURNER INJECTOR HOLDERS AND PILOT AIR INLET HOLES The primary airinletholes 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
57. r where you bought fireplace For more information visit www 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 heaters 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 automatically 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 assembly with glowing LED s The wall switch performs 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 This fireplace includes a blower assembly The blower operates thermostatically The blower circulates heated air from the fireplace into the room
58. ready model number of your fireplace the replacement part number WIRING DIAGRAM Note For proper operation the wires must be connected exactly as shown in wiring diagram 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 troubleshooting 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 technical service web site at www desatech com INDICATION BOARD RECEIVER GREEN n IH 3 BLOWER GREEN YELLOW Brown N _ me N se mu MANUAL OVERRIDE SWITCH ELECTRODE IGNITOR FAN SWITCH IGNITOR PILOT 110112 01A TEMPLATES 3 8 Diameter 2 Holes A 3 4 4 3 4 LLI cc LLI I 5 3 Y Y 3 8 Y Template 1 Relocating Wall Switch to Hollow Wall 1 8 Diameter 2 Holes N I 3 4 3 4 3 3 4 Y 3 8 Template 2 Relocating Wall Switch to Side Wall of Mantel THIS PAGE INTE
59. s turn heater off If heated the vapors from these prod ucts may create a white powder residue within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture This fireplace needs fresh air ventilation to run properly This fireplace has an Oxygen Depletion Sensing ODS safety shutoff system The ODS shuts down the fireplace if not enough fresh air is available See Air for Combustion and Ventilation pages 5 through 7 If fireplace keeps shutting off see Trouble shooting pages 23 through 25 Do not run fireplace where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored under dusty conditions Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn paper or other objects Do not use fireplace if any part has been exposed to or under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to in spect the fireplace and to replace any part of the control sys tem and any gas control which has been under water Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken Do not operate fireplace if a log is chipped dime sized or larger Turn fireplace off and let cool before servicing Only a quali fied service person should service and repair fireplace Operating fireplace above elevations of 4 500 feet could cause pilot outage 3 Por mora information visit www desatech com 110112 01A Figure 1 Log Set and Base Top Louver Assembly Figure 2 Fireplace 16 To prevent performance problems with propane LP units do not use propane LP fuel tank
60. s of less than 100 Ib capacity 17 Provide adequate clearances around air openings PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Log Set Fan Switch Base Assembly Top Outer Casing Blower L Assembly Screen Assembly Bottom Louver Assembly DESA LOCAL CODES UNPACKING PRODUCT FEATURES LOCAL CODES Install and use fireplace with care Follow all local codes In the absence of local codes use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code 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 A 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 Re move 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 corners of the fireplace screen Remove and discard these screws Lift fireplace screen up and pull out to remove 3 Remove protective packaging applied to logs log base assem bly and fireplace Remove fireplace hood from carton insert 5 Checkallitems for any shipping damage If damaged promptly inform deale
61. saw hack saw blade drill file or other suit able 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 12 From inside the recessed opening for the fireplace carefully pass wall switch assembly through the rectangular opening to the outside of the wall 13 Using wall anchors supplied in hardware package fold wall anchor as shown in Figure 11 14 Insert wall anchor wings first into hole Tap anchor flush to wall 15 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 Loud ka Cutting mes Lines Make Marks O at Centers oo of Holes Template Re from This 49 Manual NETT Figure 10 Using Template for Wall Switch Assembly Installation X SM Figure 11 Folding Anchor Figure 12 Popping Open Anchor Wings for Thin Walls For more information visit www desatech com 110112 01A INSTALLATION Relocating Wall Switch Assembly Cont Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Location INSTALLATION Continued 16 17 18 Position wall switch assembly vertically over wall openings with decal lettering upright see Figure 13 Insert mounting scr
62. st be followed B BEFORE LIGHTING 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 your building phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions partment Do not touch any electric switch do not use any phone in Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire de 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 try to repair it call a qualified service technician or gas supplier Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water NORMAL LIGHTING EXE INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING You must operate this heater with the fireplace screen in place Make sure fireplace screen is in place before running heater NOTICE During initial operation of new heater burning logs will give offapaper burning smell Open damper or window to vent smell This will only last a few hours D mE For more information visit www STOP Read the safety informa
63. tion column 1 Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Smell for gas around heater and near floor If you smell gas STOP Fol low B in the safety information on warnings plate If you don t smell gas go to the next step Using Supplied Wall Switch Assembly Set manual ignition bypass switch on the control panel to the OFF position automatic ignition position Press ON OFF button Hold for 6 seconds Gas valve will open and electronic ignition will begin sparking to light pilot LED 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 OFF 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 light and operate manually see Manual Lighting Instructions for Electric Power Outage pages 19 and 20 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 110112 01 OPERATING FIREPLACE Normal Lighting Instructions To Turn Off Gas To Appliance Manual Lighting Instructions for Electrical Power Outage OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued 4 To lower flame push HI LO button
64. tion fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak 5 Correct all leaks at once Light fireplace see Operating Fireplace pages 18 through 20 Check all other internal joints for leaks 7 Turn off fireplace see To Off Gas to Appliance pages 19 or 20 Equipment Shutoff Figure 17 Equipment Shutoff Valve J X 7 Equipment Shutoff Valve Manual lt Gas Valve S Gas Meter E dn A Figure 18 Checking Gas Joints for Natural Gas Fireplace t j Equipment y EN Shutoff Propane LP Valve Supply T Figure 19 Checking Gas Joints for Propane LP Gas Fireplace DESA Manual Gas Valve INSTALLATION Conventional Fireplace Installation INSTALLATION Continued CONVENTIONAL FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Conventional installation of fireplace involves installing fireplace along with corner face or cabinet mantel with hearth base accesso ries against a wall in your home Follow instructions below to install fireplace in this manner Note The instructions below show installation using the cabinet mantel and hearth base accessori
65. 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 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 com pressed air in a can You can use a vacuum cleaner in the blow position If using compressed air in a can please follow the direc tions on the can If you don t follow directions on the can you could damage the pilot assembly DESA CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Burner Injector Holder Cont Logs SPECIFICATIONSO CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Continued 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 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 Incase any large clumps of dust have now been pushed into the burner repeat steps 3 and 4 Clean the pilot assembl
66. y also A yellow tip on the pilot flame indicates dust and dirt in the pilot assembly There is a small pilot air inlet hole about two inches from where the pilot flame comes out of the pilot assembly see Figure 47 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 carriange as shown in Figure 47 The access hole for natural pilot is behind the pilot bracket on the top of burner carriage see Figure 47 You may blow through a drinking straw if compressed air is not available Injector Holder Burner Tube Primary Air Inlet Holes Figure 45 Injector Holder On Outlet Burner Tube Rear Burner Ports Slots Primary Air Inlet Holes Injector Holder oc Figure 46 Injector Holder On Outlet Burner Tubes Front and Middle Burners For more information visit www Pilot Bracket Inlet Hole Access Hole For Cleaning Pllot Figure 47 Cleaning Pilot Air Inlet Hole LOGS e If you remove logs for cleaning refer to Installing Logs pages 16 and 17 to properly replace logs Replace log s if broken or chipped dime sized or larger SPECIFICATIONS Btu Variable 20 000 33 000 Type Gas Natural VTGF33NRA Propane LP VTGF33PRA Ignition Electronic Automatic Piezo Manual Natural Gas Propane LP Gas Manifold Pressure 3 5 W C 8 0 W C Inlet Gas Pressure in of water Maximum 10 5 14 Minimum 5 11 Shipping

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