Desa VI33PRA User's Manual
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1. N A Screws for Notches Figure 26 Installing Fireplace Insert Screen OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES GHRC and GHRCTA Installing Remote Receiver Unit 1 Disconnect switch wires from the control valve 2 Remove screws attaching switchplate 3 Remove switch plate see Figure 27 Discard after removing 4 Install remote receiver unit onto gas log heater base using mounting clips sa Push clips firmly into place see Figure 28 6 Connect wires as shown in Figure 29 Remote Switch Bracket Ignitor Screw A f Switch Plate Figure 27 Switch Plate and Wiring Harness Mounting Clips Remote Receiver Figure 28 Installing Remote Receiver White Wire From Receiver Red Wire A From a Receiver Figure 29 Connecting Wires For more information visit Www _desatech com 110150 01A INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING 9 VOLT BATTERIES Two 9 volt batteries not included are required to operate this heater with the wireless hand held remote control set Install one battery in the receiver and one in the hand held remote control unit Note Only use alkaline batteries Installing 9 Volt Battery Not Included in Receiver 1 Locate back of receiver under front burner of heater Locate the battery clip mounted on the back of the receiver 2 3 Slide a 9 volt battery through the clip 4 Attach the terminal wires to the battery Termina2. in windy or drafty areas A CAUTION This fireplace insert creates warm air currents These currents move heat to wall surfaces next to fireplace insert Installing fireplace insert next to vinyl or cloth wall coverings or operating fireplace insert 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 A WARNING Before installing in a solid fuel burn ing fireplace the chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned of soot creosote ashes and loose paint by a qualified chimney cleaner Note Your Vanguard fireplace insert 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 insert except where standoff spacers are integrally at tached If standoff spacers are attached to your insert these spacers can be placed directly against wall or framing materials 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 4 through 6 IMPORTANT Make sure the fireplace insert is level If fireplace insert is not level log set will not work properly 110150 01A CHECK GAS TYPE Use the correct gas
3. 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 1 NFPA 54 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventilation grills or ducts 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 ANSIZ223 1 NFPA 54 Section 3 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 Any outside air ducts and or ash dumps in the fireplace shall be permanently closed at the time of
4. 1 Turn heater off when using furniture pol ish wax cleaners or similar products Remote does not function GHRC and GHRCTA Series only Korsmore Information visit www desatech com 110150 01A 1 Battery is not installed Battery power is low 1 Replace 9 volt batteries in receiver and remote control DESA TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Continued building WARNING If you smell gas Shut off gas supply Do not try to light any appliance e Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your 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 IMPORTANT Operating fireplace insert 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 insert produces a clicking ticking noise just after burners are 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 insert produces unwanted odors 1 Fireplace insert burning vapors from paint hair
5. trol system and any gas control which has been under water Bor ora information visit www desatech com 110150 01A SAFETY INFORMATION PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION 14 Do not operate fireplace insert if any log is broken Do not operate fireplace insert if a log is chipped dime sized or larger 15 Turn fireplace insert off and let cool before servicing Only a quali fied service person should service and repair fireplace insert 16 Operating fireplace insert above elevations of 4 500 feet could cause pilot outage 17 To prevent performance problems do not use propane LP fuel tanks of less than 100 lbs capacity propane LP units only 18 Provide adequate clearances around air openings PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION One Piece EE Log Set SA gt Remote Selector Switch Optional Figure 1 Log Base Assembly Optional Remote Control Ignitor Top Louver Assembly ie Firebox Hood Firebox Support Gas Line Access SS 0 7 Screen SS 9 Assembly NY Blower Assembly Bottom Louver Assembly DESA Figure 2 Fireplace Insert LOCAL CODES UNPACKING REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES PRODUCT FEATURES AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION LOCAL CODES Install and use fireplace insert 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 In
6. visit www desatech com 110150 01A ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN VI33PRA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN REMOTE READY MODEL VI33PRA E gt gt y GC LOY X 110150 01A PARTS LIST VI33PRA 27 PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 23 of this manual REMOTE READY MODEL VI33PRA PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 102785 03 Log Golden Oak 103778 01 ODS Pilot Propane LP 098249 01 ODS Nut 099387 07 Pilot Tube 104229 04 Burner Outlet Tube 102843 01 Burner Clip 099056 19 Burner Orifice Injector 102772 01 Burner M11084 38 Screw 8 x 38 104236 03CK Painted Base Assy M12461 26 Screw 10 x 32 104238 04CK Firebox Bottom 103284 03 Wiring Harness 098265 02 Elbow Male 103782 01 Valve Bracket 103781 02 Gas Control Valve 098271 03 Ignitor Cable 102445 01 Piezo Ignitor 098304 01 Screw 099998 01 Switch 104241 01 Remote Switch Bracket 103587 01CK Switch Plate 097809 02 Male Connector 101628 03 Flexible Connector Hose M50104 02 Bushing M11084 26 Screw 10 x 38 103977 02 Button Plug 3 4 103977 01 Button Plug 5 8 PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 103877 01 Lighting Instruction Plate 1 100563 01 Warning Plate 1 oNOOPOD ar in nu a Un un nnn A ON aap a a Por wora information visit www desatech com 110150 01A DESA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN VI33NR
7. 21 page 12 Open main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas or propane LP supply tank valve Make sure control knob of fireplace insert is in the OFF position Check all joints from equipment shutoff valve to thermostat gas valve see Figure 22 Apply a noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Light fireplace insert see Operating Fireplace Insert pages 15 through 18 Check all other internal joints for leaks Turn off fireplace insert see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 16 Equipment Shutoff Valve Gas Meter Manual Gas Valve a peen Figure 22 Checking Gas Joints Equipment Shutoff Valve Propane LP Supply Tank Manual Gas Valve D Sen Figure 23 Checking Gas Joints FOr mors IA 110150 01A INSTALLATION Checking Gas Connections Cont Installing Logs INSTALLING LOGS A CAUTION Do not remove the warning and in struction labels attached to the heater base assem bly These markings contain important warranty and safety information 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 property damage or p
8. Press in and turn control knob clockwise N to the OFF position 5 Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Fol low B in the safety information in column 2 page 15 If you don t smell gas go to the next step 6 Press in and turn control knob counterclockwise to the PILOT position Press in control knob for five 5 seconds see Figure 32 Note You may be running this heater for the first time after hooking up to gas supply If so the control knob may need to be pressed in for 30 seconds or more This will al low air to bleed from the gas system 7 With control knob pressed in press and release ignitor but ton This will light pilot The pilot is attached to the front burner If needed keep pressing ignitor button until pilot lights Note Tf pilot does not stay lit contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs Until repairs are made light pilot with match To light pilot with match see Manual Lighting Procedure S Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob e If control knob does not pop out when released contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs Note If pilot goes out repeat steps 4 through 8 9 Slightly push in and turn control knob counterclockwise rx to the ON position 10 Wait one minute and switch selector switch to the ON
9. S LAS S QUS oe ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN REMOTE READY MODEL VI33NRA HrGOM For more information visit www des 110150 01A PARTS LIST VI33NRA PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace insert When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replace ment Parts on page 23 of this manual REMOTE READY MODEL VIS3NRA KEY NO PARTNUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY 102785 03 Log Golden Oak 103779 01 ODS Pilot NG 098249 01 ODS Nut 100609 01 Pilot Tube Regulator to Pilot 104229 04 Burner Outlet Tube 102843 01 Burner Clip 099056 26 Burner Orifice Injector 102772 01 Burner M11084 38 Screw 8 x 38 104236 03CK Painted Base Assy M12461 26 Screw 10 x 32 104238 04CK Firebox Bottom 103284 03 Wiring Harness 098265 02 Elbow Male 103782 01 Valve Bracket 103781 01 Gas Control Valve 098271 03 Ignitor Cable 102445 01 Piezo Ignitor 098304 01 Screw 099998 01 Switch 104241 01 Remote Switch Bracket 103587 01CK Switch Plate 097809 02 Male Connector 101628 03 Flexible Connector Hose M50104 02 Bushing M11084 26 Screw 10 x 38 099918 02 Pilot Regulator 099387 07 Pilot Tube Valve to Regulator 103977 02 Button Plug 3 4 103977 01 Button Plug 5 8 PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 103877 01 Lighting Instruction Plate 1 100563 01 Warning Plate 1 oNOOPOD 22 aa po add dl Un a dl dl nnn D ND ND po DESA Korsmore information
10. Trim O Mitered gt N Edge Slot x Slot Figure 10 Assembling Brass Trim INSTALLING HOOD Install hood to top of firebox as shown in Figure 11 Use 7 Phillips screws provided 110150 01A INSTALLATION Installation Clearances Fireplace Insert Installation Into Masonry Fireplace INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLATION CLEARANCES WARNING Maintain the minimum clearances If you can provide greater clearances from floor ceil ing and adjoining wall 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 12 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 opening see Figure 12 B Clearances from the top of the fireplace opening to the ceiling should not be less than 42 inches 112 a 10 2 8 4 Example 54 it 3 2 a 7 8 7116 FIREBOX 5 1 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 NCHES Minimum 16 inches from Side Wall Figure 12 Minimum Clearance for Combustible to Wall FIREPLACE INSERT INSTALLATION INTO MASONRY FIREPLACE Installation of this fireplace insert involves installing f
11. appliance installation Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Room Option 1 Or Remove Door into Adjoining Room Option O 3 Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Room Figure 3 Ventilation Air from Inside Building EEN Ventilated Attic N Se p To Attic To Crawl Space Inlet Air I Ventilated inletAir Crawl Space Figure 4 Ventilation Air from Outdoors For more information visit www des 110150 01A INSTALLATION Check Gas Type 7 Electrical Hookup Installing Surround Kit GS38 or GS43 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 have 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 A WARNING A qualified service person must in stall fireplace insert Follow all local codes A WARNING Never install the fireplace insert in a bedroom or bathroom ina recreational vehicle where curtains furniture clothing or other flam mable objects are less than 42 inches from the front top or sides of the fireplace insert e in high traffic areas
12. between them For mors information visit www desatech com 110150 01A 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 aconfined 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 22 ft length x 18 ft width x 8 ft ceiling height 3168 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 these 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 3168 cu ft volume of space x 20 63 360 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 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 3
13. joints of gas supply piping system Apply a non corrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak 5 Correct all leaks at once Reconnect fireplace insert and equipment shutoff valve to gas supply Check reconnected fittings for leaks Log Base Assembly Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa Figure 19 Removing Log Base Assembly From Fireplace 1 Close equipment shutoff valve see Figure 21 To Fireplace 2 Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane LP Gas R da ulator j supply tank valve for propane LP gas or opening main gas valve 9 pe See located on or near gas meter for natural gas or using com utoff Valve Flexible Gas Line from Propane LP Fireplace Gas Regulator To External Provided with Fireplace Insert y Regulator Natural Gas Figure 20 Attaching Gas Lines To Gas Meter pressed air Open Equipment Shutoff Valve Closed Figure 21 Equipment Shutoff Valve For more information visit www desatechicom 110150 01A INSTALLATION Continued 3 4 Check all joints from gas meter natural gas or propane LP supply to equipment shutoff valve see Figure 22 for natural gas Figure 23 for propane LP Apply a noncorrosive leak de tection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Pressure Testing Fireplace Insert Gas Connections 1 2 Open equipment shutoff valve see Figure
14. of this product If they can t supply original replacement part s call DESA International s Technical Service Department at 1 866 672 6040 When calling DESA Inter national have ready e your name and address e model and serial numbers of your heater e how heater was malfunctioning e type of gas used propane LP or natural gas e 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 International at 1 866 672 6040 for referral information When calling DESA International have ready e model number of your heater e the replacement part number SERVICE HINTS When Gas Pressure Is Too Low e pilot will not stay lit e burners will have delayed ignition e heater will not produce specified heat e for propane LP unit propane LP gas supply may be low You may feel your gas pressure is low If so contact your local gas supplier TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about installation operation or troubleshooting If so contact DESA International s 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 International s technical services web site at www desatech com DESA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN VI33NRA 4 Zo a ge QX a ET wre yer
15. spray glues cleaners chemi cals 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 insert is running Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 12 Fireplace insert 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 natural or propane LP gas company Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 19 Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position Gas leak See Warning statement above Control valve defective Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 12 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 12 Dark residue on logs or inside of fireplace insert Note After removing all causes of residue deposits completely clean fireplace and appliance of all residue before reusing appliance For more information visit WWWdi Improper log placement Drafts or other air currents affecting flame pattern Air holes at b
16. the following A Low gas pressure B Dirty or partially clogged ODS pilot 5 Thermocouple connection loose at con trol valve Thermocouple damaged Control valve damaged No 1 Press in control knob fully 2 After ODS pilot lights keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds 3 Fully open equipment shutoff valve 4 A Contact local natural or propane LP gas company B Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 19 or replace ODS pilot assembly 5 Hand tighten until snug then tighten 1 4 turn more 6 Replace pilot assembly 7 Replace control valve y Boe pio Oss 110150 01A TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Burner does not light after ODS pilot is lit 1 Burner orifice clogged 2 Inlet gas pressure is too low 3 Thermopile leads disconnected or im properly connected 4 Burners will not come on in remote position 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 19 or replace burner orifice 2 Contact local natural or propane LP gas company 3 Reconnect leads see Wiring Diagram page 23 4 Replace battery in transmitter and receiver Delayed ignition burner 1 Manifold pressure is too low 2 Burner orifice clogged 1 Contact local natural or propane LP gas company 2 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 19 or replace burner orifice Burner backfiring during combustion 1 Burner orif
17. type natural or propane LP for your unit If your gas supply is not correct do not install fireplace insert Call dealer where you bought fireplace insert for proper type fireplace insert ELECTRICAL HOOKUP Blower Accessory This fireplace insert includes a blower assembly with an electrical cord The electrical cord is five feet in length You must locate fireplace insert within reach of a 120 volt grounded electrical outlet If not install and properly ground GA3555 three prong 120 volt electrical outlet in fireplace insert Follow instructions included in kit see Accessories page 30 INSTALLING SURROUND KIT GS38 OR GS43 A CAUTION Close masonry fireplace damper se curely before installing fireplace insert If chimney does not havea damper block or cap top of chimney Failure to cap an open chimney could cause drafts that can affect the heater s performance and increase surface temperatures opening A CAUTION If using a GS38 or GS43 surround kit accessory it must be installed on this fireplace insert before installing into your masonry fireplace or wall Note Use the accessory which best covers the existing masonry fireplace opening or wall opening e Model GS38 Surround Kit for use with fireplaces with an open ing smaller than 30 H and 38 W e Model GS43 Surround Kit for use with fireplaces with an open ing 30 to 36 7 4 H and 38 to 43 W 1 Using a 5 16 nut driver remove two s
18. 3 Minimum ie l 11 W C to 14 W C a Ne Pressure Cap Pipe Tee Nipple Joint Sediment Trap Figure 18 Gas Connection Installation Items Needed e 5 16 hex socket wrench or nut driver e Phillips screwdriver e sealant resistant to propane LP gas not provided Remove fireplace insert screen Remove two screws that hold fireplace insert screen in place for shipping These screws are located near top of screen Discard screws Lift fireplace in sert screen up and pull out to remove 2 Remove screws that attach log base assembly to fireplace in sert see Figure 19 page 12 Carefully lift up log base assem bly and remove from fireplace insert see Figure 19 page 12 Note If adding the G8010 series brick liner accessory install it now Follow instructions in G8010 accessory kit CAUTION Do not pick up log base assembly by burners This could damage burners Only handle base by grates 3 Route gas supply line through access opening of fireplace in sert see Figure 2 page 3 DESA INSTALLATION Connecting Fireplace Insert To Gas Supply Cont Checking Gas Connections INSTALLATION Continued NOTICE Most building codes do not permit con CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS cealed gas connections A flexible gas line is pro vided to allow connection with the fireplace see Figure 20 The flexible gas supply line connection to the equipment shutoff valve should be access
19. 3 REPLACEMENT PARTS uunuuursnsenssnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 23 SERVICE IN TS cuco teen dic 23 TECHNICAL SERVICE S aenisn iraniana a nae 23 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LIST 24 ACCESSORIES iiia eaaa a ER 30 WARRANTY INFORMATION 0 ee eee ee eee Back Cover A WARNING Do not use a blower insert heat exchanger insert fireplace hood or other accessory not approved for use with this fireplace IMPORTANT Read this owner s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble operate or service this fireplace insert Improper use of this fireplace insert can cause serious injury or death from burns fire explosion electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning A DANGER Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu with headaches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs the fireplace insert may not be working properly Get fresh air at once Have fireplace insert 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 the gas The odor helps you detect a gas leak However the odor added to the gas can fade Gas may be p
20. 3 000 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 63 360 Btu Hr maximum the space can support 73 000 Btu Hr actual amount of Btu Hr used DESA AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Determining Fresh Air Flow For Heater Location Cont Ventilation Air AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued The space in the example in column 2 page 5 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 Ventroom directly to the outdoors See Ventilation 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 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
21. A VI33PRA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FIREPLACE INSERT VI33NRA VI33PRA 110150 01A PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace insert When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replace ment Parts on page 23 of this manual FIREPLACE INSERT VI33NRA VI33PRA KEY NO PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION Top Outer Casing 105517 01 105233 01 105231 01CK 105230 01CK 098304 01 102455 02 105518 01CK Outer Casing Right Front Side Left Front Side Phillips Pan Head Screw 10 Louvered Door Firebox Hood PARTS LIST VI33NRA VI33PRA oNOOPOD 101348 01 099230 02 101872 03 101346 01 105232 01CK 101614 02 M11084 26 105519 01CK 104313 01 104313 02 Firebox Support Shoulder Screw Firebox Top Outer Base Firebox Wrapper Cover and Switch Assembly Hex Screw 10 Screen Assembly Right Pin Hinge Left Pin Hinge 101398 03 Wiring Harness 105649 01 Blower Speed Control 103650 01 Knob 103581 01 Blower M10908 2 Hex Washer Head Screw 101629 01 Plastic Bushing M11084 38 Hex Screw 8 098304 03 Phillips Pan Head Screw 8 M11084 38 Hex Screw 3 x 9 8 Blunt Tip 098544 01 Clamp PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 101784 01 Magnet Catch 2 102307 01 Strike Plate 2 mn mn 42848 R D ND a S O 2 gt AANDpaa a a un anu Por wora information visit www desatech com DESA 110150 01A ACCESSORI
22. ANTIES 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 FROM THE DATE OF FIRST PURCHASE AND DESA INTERNATIONAL S LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND DESA INTERNATIONAL SHALL NOT BELIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation on implied warranties or exclusion or limitation on damages may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state DESA INTERNATIONAL 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 For information about this warranty write www desatech com 110150 01 110150 01 Rev A NOT A UPC 05 02 For more information visit www desatechicom
23. E CONTROL KIT GHRC SERIES For all models Allows the gas log heater to be turned on and off by using a hand held remote control WALL MOUNT THERMOSTAT SWITCH GWMT1 Not Shown For all models The desired comfort setting can be selected on the wall thermostat and the log heater will automatically cycle from pilot to the heat setting selected WALL MOUNT ON OFF SWITCH GWMS2 Not Shown For all models Allows the gas log heater to be turned on and off with a wall switch CLEANING KIT CCK 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 INFORMATION VIDEO 108917 01 For all models A care and maintenance video is available by calling 1 866 672 6040 ff 110150 01A NOTES NOTES POr or tp formation visit www desatech com DESA 110150 01A 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 International warrants this product to be free
24. ES ACCESSORIES Purchase these fireplace insert accessories from your local dealer If they can not supply these accessories call DESA International s Sales Department at 1 866 672 6040 for information You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual A A See a Seen Zn m I PE Le FIREPLACE SURROUND KIT GS38 AND GS43 BLACK Must use one Allows insert to be fitted to fireplace opening A surround is required for installation Note Use the accessory which best covers the existing masonry fireplace opening e Model GS38 Surround Kit for use with fireplaces with an open ing smaller than 30 H and 38 W e Model GS43 Surround Kit for use with fireplaces with an open ing 30 to 36 3 4 H and 38 to 43 W EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE GA5010 For all models Equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap Fits 1 2 NPT pipe FIREBOX BRICK LINER G8010 Series Not Shown Ceramic fiber firebox liner adds the look of real brick DUPLEX OUTLET KIT GA3555 Not Shown For built in installation when blower kit is used For more information visit Www di Sat h c RECEIVER AND HAND HELD THERMOSTAT REMOTE CONTROL KIT GHRCTA SERIES For all models Allows the gas log heater to be operated ina manually or thermostatically controlled mode You can turn the gas log heater on and off without ever leaving the comfort of your easy chair RECEIVER AND HAND HELD REMOT
25. Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob Now follow steps 9 through 11 column 1 tech com 110150 01A OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT Continued MI OPTIONAL REMOTE OPERATION MN Note All remote control accessories must be purchased sepa rately see Accessories page 30 Follow instructions included with the remote control Thermostat Control Operation Optional GHRCTA Series Only The thermostat control set ting on the remote control unit can be set to any comfort level between WARMER and COOLER The burners will turn on and off automatically to maintain the comfort level you select The ideal comfort setting will vary by household depending upon the amount of space to be heated the output of the central heating system etc For wall thermostat operation follow instruction supplied with thermostat accessory GWMT1 For wall switch operation fol low instructions supplied with GWMS2 NOTICE You must light the pilot before using the hand held remote control unit See Lighting Instruc tions on pages 15 and 16 1 After lighting let pilot flame burn for about one minute Turn control knob to ON position Adjust flame adjust ment knob anywhere between HI and LO Slide the remote selector switch to the REMOTE position see Figure 34 Note The burners may light if hand held remote ON but ton was on when remote selector switch was last turned off Yo
26. UNVENTED VENT FREE GAS MANUAL FIREPLACE INSERT OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION For more information visit www desatechrcom VI33NRA VI33PRA REMOTE READY GAS FIREPLACE INSERT WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result caus ing property damage personal injury or loss of life Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS e Do not try to light any appliance e Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s in structions e 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 Patent Pending Shown with GS38 Surround Kit and G8010 Brick Liner Accessories WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manualfor correct installation and operational procedures Forassis tance or additional information consult a qualified installer ser vice agency or the gas supplier WARNING This is an unvented gas fired heater It uses
27. air oxy gen from the room in which it is installed Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided Refer to Air for Combustion and Ventilation sec tion on page 4 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 type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases Aftermarket Completion of sale not for purpose of resale from the manufacturer Save tl his manual for future reference DESA TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ooocccccccncnconcnnnconnnnccnnnrncan crac nana 2 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION eee eee eee eee tree teeter tenet 3 EOGAL CODES is ici ea ra a nue 4 UNPACKING icc eet Bat a 4 REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES 0 eee eee 4 PRODUCT FEATURES iiare ra ee eea conc cnn nn aeaa 4 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION osses 4 INSTALLATION 2 4 2 ian rie a a 7 OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT 00 0 eee eee eee 15 INSPECTING BURNERS 000 0 eee eee eee eee teense teens eeeenaes 18 SAFETY INFORMATION A WARNINGS CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 00 00e eee eee eet 19 TROUBLESHOOTING 0 cece ects e testes eee ninun 20 WIRING DIAGRAMS 0 e eee eee eee e tere e te teee teens teen 23 SPEGIFIGATIONS sense tinitite td iesnst 2
28. d 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 page 30 Mann 110150 01A INSTALLATION Installing Gas Piping To Fireplace Location Cont Connecting Fireplace Insert To Gas Supply INSTALLATION Continued WARNING Never connect natural gas fireplace insert to private non utility gas wells This gas is commonly known as wellhead gas 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 17 Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet 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 insert If pipe is too small undue loss of volume will occur Propane LP External Supply Tank Regulator Vent Pointing Down Figure 17 External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down CONNECTING FIREPLACE INSERT TO GAS SUPPLY Ins
29. e Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire de partment C Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand don t try to repair it call a qualified service techni cian or gas supplier Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion D 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 MA LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS MN WARNING You must operate this heater with the fireplace insert screen in place Make sure fireplace insert screen is installed before running fireplace insert NOTICE During initial operation of new fireplace insert burning logs will give off a paper burning smell Open damper or window to vent smell This will only last a few hours 1 STOP Read the safety information above 2 Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open 3 Set switch to OFF position WARNING Burners will come on automatically within one minute when the remote selector switch is in the ON position after the pilot is lit DESA OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT Lighting Instructions Cont To Tum Off Gas To Appliance Manual Lighting Procedure OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT Continued 4
30. e 10 page 8 26 1 4 35 Figure 13 Rough Opening for Installing in Masonry Fireplace Wall board or facing material above fireplace may be of combustible material including decorative mantel ornaments or other similar projec tions off of the facing material Mantel Shelf Fireplace Noncombustible Material May Project Off this Surface above the Insert Hood Fireplace Insert 13 16 19 21 yY yY Note All vertical measurements are Supplied Hood Must from top of insert hood Be Used at All Times Opening to bottom of mantel shelf Wire mesh Screen Figure 14 Minimum Mantel Clearances for Fireplace Insert Installation INSTALLATION Fireplace Insert Installation Into Framed In Enclosure Installing Gas Piping To Fireplace Location INSTALLATION Continued FIREPLACE INSERT INSTALLATION INTO FRAMED IN ENCLOSURE Installation of this fireplace insert involves installing fireplace insert into a framed in enclosure Ifusing a mantel above the fireplace you must follow the clearances shown in Figure 14 page 9 Follow these instructions to install the fireplace insert in this manner Insert Framing 25 946 26 1 4 34 5 6 35 16 11 46 17 1 4 Height Front Width Depth 1 Frame in rough opening Use di
31. er and let cool before cleaning CAUTION You must keep control areas burner 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 sive lint from carpeting pet hair bedding material etc CLEANING BURNER INJECTOR HOLDER AND PILOT AIR INLET HOLE The primary air inlet holes allow the proper amount of air to mix with the gas This provides a clean burning flame Keep these holes clear of dust dirt lint and pet hair Clean these air inlet holes prior to each heating season Blocked air holes will 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 tube 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 1 Shut off the unit including the pilot Allow the unit to cool for at least thirty minutes 2 Inspect burner pilot and primary air inlet hole
32. ere 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 6 If your home does not meet all of the three criteria above proceed to Determining Fresh Air Flow for Heater Loca tion in column 2 Confined and Unconfined Space The National Fuel 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 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
33. ersonal injury WARNING After installation and periodically thereafter check to ensure that no flame comes in contact with any log With the heater set to HIGH check to see if flames contact any log If so reposi tion logs according to the log installation instruc tions in this manual Flames contacting logs will create soot It is very important to install the logs exactly as instructed Do not modify logs Only use logs supplied with heater 1 Place one piece log set on grate to fit as illustrated in Figure 24 Make sure middle section at bottom of log set is seated into U shaped cutout in center of chassis see Figure 24 IMPORTANT Make sure log does not cover any burner ports see Figure 25 page 14 One Piece Log Set Middle Section at Bottom of Log Set Burner U shaped Cutout in Chassis Figure 24 Installing One Piece Log Set visit www desatech com DESA INSTALLATION Installing Logs Cont Optional Wireless Hand Held Remote Control Accessories INSTALLATION Continued 2 Install fireplace insert screen by slipping notches of fireplace insert screen over screws on front of fireplace insert see Fig ure 26 A WARNING You must operate this fireplace insert with the fireplace insert screen in place Make sure fireplace insert screen is in place before running fireplace insert One Piece Log Set Burner Ports Mounting Screen
34. from defects in materials and components for four 4 years 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 authorized dealers of this product and or DESA International who will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty The 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 WARR
35. g at the burner entrance These holes may become blocked with dust or lint Periodically inspect these holes for any blockage and clean if needed Blocked air holes will create soot MAIN BURNER Periodically inspect all burner flame holes with the heater running All slotted burner flame holes should be open with yellow flame present All round burner flame holes should be open with a small blue flame present Some burner flame holes may become blocked by debris or rust with no flame present If so turn off heater and let cool Remove blockage blocked burner flame holes will create soot DESA TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Note For additional help visit DESA International s technical service web site at www desatech com Note All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation OBSERVED PROBLEM WARNING Turn off heater and letcool before servicing Only aqualified 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 POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed there is no spark at ODS pilot 1 Ignitor electrode not connected to igni tor cable 2 Ignitor cable pinched or wet 3 Piezo ignitor nut is loose 1 Reconnect ignitor cable 2 Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry 3 Tighten nut holding p
36. houlder screws and screen see Figure 5 Remove 5 16 screen mounting shoul der screws do not discard Shoulder Screen Screw Mounting Shoulder gi Screw 4 SS ER Re SS RE RE RL ER RR RE RE SS 0 ER 2 gt SS ER SESE RS ER TER RS SS Figure 5 Removing Screws and Screen Ror mora information visit www desatech com DESA INSTALLATION Installing Surround Kit GS38 or GS43 Cont Installing Hood INSTALLATION Continued Remove log packaging from firebox cavity 3 Align holes in left surround side panel with screen mounting screw holes Replace 5 16 screen mounting shoulder screws removed in step 1 see Figure 6 Do not tighten Install Phillips screws in bottom see Figure 6 Repeat for right side 4 Using Phillips screwdriver remove four screws attaching brass louver Install one Phillips head screw included with kit in each side see Figure 7 5 Align top panel screw holes Install four Phillips screws do not tighten 6 For model GS43 align six screw holes in side panels with holes in top panel see Figure 9 For model GS38 align two screw holes in side panels with holes in top panel see Figure 9 Insert and tighten screws 7 Carefully inspect fireplace surround assembly Make sure each part fits properly Firmly tighten al
37. ible Connect gas supply line to flexible gas line attached to gas regulator of fireplace insert see Figure 20 Use sealant on all male pipe threads Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Con nections A WARNING Test all gas piping and connections 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 all leaks at once 6 Replace log base assembly back into fireplace insert Feed flexible gas line into fireplace insert base area while replacing log base as sembly Make sure the entire flexible gas line is in fireplace insert base area Reattach log base assembly to fireplace insert with screws removed in step 2 Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System Test Pressures In Excess Of 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Disconnect appliance from its appliance main gas valve con trol valve and equipment shutoff valve from gas supply pip ing system Pressures in excess of 1 2 psig will damage fire place insert gas regulator 2 Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve Two Burners was connected Screws 3 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 4 Check all
38. ice is clogged or damaged 2 Damaged burner 3 Gas regulator defective 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 19 or replace burner orifice 2 Replace damaged burner 3 Replace gas control Slight smoke or odor during initial operation 1 Not enough air 2 Gas regulator defective 3 Residues from manufacturing processes and logs curing 1 Check burner for dirt and debris If found clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 19 2 Replace gas control 3 Problem will stop after a few hours of operation Moisture condensation noticed on windows 1 Not enough combustion ventilation air 1 Refer to Air for Combustion and Venti lation requirements page 4 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 Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice 1 Turn control knob to LO position and let warm up for a minute 2 Operate burner until air is removed from line Have gas line checked by local natural or propane LP gas company 3 Observe minimum installation clear ances see page 9 4 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 19 or replace burner orifice White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture 1 When heated vapors from furniture pol ish wax carpet cleaners etc may turn into white powder residue
39. iezo ignitor 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 wrong 7 Replace pilot assembly When ignitor button is pressed there is 1 Gas supply turned off or equipment 1 Turn on gas supply or open equipment spark at ODS pilot but no ignition shutoff valve closed 2 Control knob not in PILOT position Control knob not pressed in while in PILOT position 4 Air in gas lines when installed W un Depleted gas supply propane LP only 6 ODS pilot is clogged 7 Gas regulator setting is not correct shutoff valve 2 Turn control knob to PILOT position 3 Press in control knob while in PILOT position 4 Continue holding down control knob Repeat igniting operation until air is removed 5 Contact local propane LP gas company 6 Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 19 or replace ODS pilot assembly 7 Replace gas control ODS pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released For more information visit WWWdi 1 Control knob not fully pressed in 2 Control knob not pressed in long enough W Equipment shutoff valve not fully open 4 Pilot flame not touching thermocouple which allows thermocouple to cool causing pilot flame to go out This prob lem could be caused by one or both of
40. ireplace insert into an existing masonry fireplace Ifusing a mantel above the fireplace you must follow the clearances shown in Figure 14 Follow the instructions below to install the fireplace insert in this manner Minimum Fireplace Insert Opening 25916 26 1 4 34 5 16 35 16 11 16 17 1 4 Height Front Width Depth 1 Use dimensions shown in Figure 13 for the masonry fireplace opening For more info 110150 01A rmation visit www desatech com 2 Install and properly ground GA3555 three prong 120 volt elec trical outlet in fireplace insert Follow instructions included in kit see Accessories page 30 3 Install gas piping to fireplace location This installation includes an approved flexible gas line if allowed by local codes after the equip ment shutoff valve The flexible gas line must be the last item in stalled on the gas piping See Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Location page 10 4 Carefully set fireplace insert in front of masonry fireplace with back of insert inside wall opening 5 Attach flexible gas line to gas supply See Connecting Fire place Insert to Gas Supply page 11 6 Plug electrical cord into electrical outlet installed in step 2 7 Carefully place fireplace insert into masonry fireplace 8 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Con nections page 12 9 Install brass trim after final finishing and or painting of wall see Figur
41. ith 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 insert with the fire place insert screen and hood in place Make sure fireplace insert screen and hood are in place before running fireplace insert tech com 110150 01A SAFETY INFORMATIO Continued Keep the appliance area clear and free from combus tible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids 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 Donot place propane LP supply tank s inside any structure Lo cate propane LP supply tank s outdoors propane LP units only 3 If you smell gas e 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 1f you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department 4 This fireplace insert shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom 5 Do not use this fireplace insert as a wood burning fireplace Use only the logs provided with the fireplace insert 6 Do not add extra logs or ornaments such as pine cones ver miculite or rock wool Using these added items can cause soo
42. l Wires Battery Clip 9 Volt Battery Figure 30 Installing Battery in Remote Receiver Installing 9 Volt Battery Not Included in Hand Held Remote Control Unit 1 Remove battery cover on back of remote control unit 2 Attach terminal wires to the battery Place battery into the bat tery housing 3 Replace battery cover onto remote control unit Model GHRC Terminal Remote Control Unit Model GHRCTA Battery Battery Housing Figure 31 Installing Battery in Hand Held Remote Control Unit For more info 110150 01A ation visit www desatech com INSTALLATION Installing 9 Volt Batteries OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT For Your Safety Read Before Lighting Lighting Instructions OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT u FOR YOUR SAFETY READ Bl BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING Ifyou do not follow these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing prop erty damage personal injury or loss of life A This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly 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 Do not touch any electric switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phon
43. l screws installed during assembly A CAUTION Do not overtighten Metal can bend warp or break under excessive strain Remove three pieces of brass trim from packaging Locate four brass screws two adjusting plates with set screws and two shims in the brass hardware packet 10 Align shim under adjusting plate as shown in Figure 10 11 Slide one end of adjusting plate shim in slot of top brass trim see Figure 10 12 Slide other end of adjusting plate shim in slot on mitered edge of side brass trim see Figure 10 13 While firmly holding edges of brass trim together tighten both set screws on the adjusting plate with slotted screwdriver 14 Repeat for other side Surround Side 5 16 Screws Phillips Screws Brass Louver Figure 6 Attaching Left Surround Side Panel Figure 7 Remove Brass Louver 15 Line up holes in brass trim with holes on side panels of fire place surround assembly Attach with brass plated screws 16 Move fireplace insert and surround assembly to masonry fire place opening Make sure fireplace insert and surround assem bly fit properly Top Surround Panel Louver Screw Holes Top Panel Side Panel Phillips Screws 4 Figure 8 Attaching Top Figure 9 Attaching Side Surround Panel Panels to Top Panel GS43 Pictured Set Screws Adjusting Plate Side Brass Shim 7 LS
44. mensions shown in Figure 15 for the rough opening 2 Install and properly ground GA3555 three prong 120 volt elec trical outlet in fireplace insert Follow instructions included in kit see Accessories page 30 3 Install gas piping into fireplace location This installation in cludes 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 4 Carefully set fireplace insert in front of rough opening with back of insert inside wall opening 5 Carefully set fireplace insert into rough opening 6 Attach flexible gas line to gas supply See Connecting Fire place Insert to Gas Supply page 11 7 Attach fireplace to wall studs using nails or wood screws through holes in nailing flange see Figure 16 8 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Con nections page 12 9 Install surround kit See Installing Surround Kit GS38 or GS43 pages 7 and 8 EAS Nails or 4 17 Wood lt ar Screws 26 1 4 x i O a 35 Nailing Flanges Figure 15 Rough Opening for Installing in Wall Figure 16 Attaching Fireplace Insert to Wall Studs Ti D 3 o 1 h o D 3 g ct o Ul eE E D UL a La 2 la Mantel Clearances for Insert Installation If the
45. 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 esatech com 110150 01A AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Providing Adequate Ventilation Determining Fresh Air Flow For Heater Location AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued 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 classifications 1 Unusually Tight Construction 2 Unconfined Space 3 Confined Space The information on pages 4 through 6 will help you classify your space and provide adequate ventilation Unusually Tight Construction The air that leaks around doors and 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 outside atmosph
46. posi tion to light burners 11 Set flame adjustment knob to any level between HI and LO CAUTION Do not try to adjust heating levels by using the equipment shutoff valve Ignitor Button ON om ES Flame Adjustment Control Knob Selector Switch Knob Figure 32 Control Knob and Ignitor Button Location Shown as Supplied No Control Options For more information visit WWW WARNING Make sure the selector switchis in the OFF position when you are away from home for long periods of time Heater will come on automatically with selector switch in the ON position Ignitor Pilot Electrode Ignitor Electrode Natural Gas Propane LP Gas Figure 33 Pilot MI TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE MN Shutting Off Heater 1 Turn control knob clockwise N to the OFF position 2a Set selector switch in the OFF position 2b If Using Optional Hand Held Remote Set remote selector switch in the OFF position to keep from draining battery Shutting Off Burners Only pilot stays lit You may shut off the burners and keep the pilot lit by doing one of the following Turn control knob clockwise PES to the PILOT position Use remote control manual OFF button e Set remote selector switch in the OFF position BI MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE SR 1 Follow steps 1 through 6 under Lighting Instructions page 15 and column 1 2 Depress control knob and light pilot with match 3
47. ral Gas Pilot Figure 37 Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern BURNER PRIMARY AIR HOLES Air is drawn into the burner through the holes in the fitting at the burner entrance These holes may become blocked with dust or lint Periodically inspect these holes for any blockage and clean if needed Blocked air holes will create soot MAIN BURNER Periodically inspect all burner flame holes with the heater running All slotted burner flame holes should be open with yellow flame present Allround burner flame holes should be open with a small blue flame present Some burner flame holes may become blocked by debris or rust with no flame present If so turn off heater and let cool Remove blockage blocked burner flame holes will create soot BURNER FLAME PATTERN Figure 38 shows a correct burner flame pattern Figure 39 shows an incorrect burner flame pattern If burner flame pattern is incorrect e turn heater off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 16 e see Troubleshooting pages 20 through 22 Approx 3 6 Above Top of Logs Figure 38 Correct Flame Pattern with Control Knob Set to High Flame More Than 8 Above Top of Logs Figure 39 Incorrect Flame Pattern with Control Knob Set to High Flame y Boe pio Oss 110150 01A CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Burner Injector Holder And Pilot Air Inlet Hole Logs Burner Primary Air Holes Main Burner CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING Turn off heat
48. re is a mantel above masonry 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 requirements 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 one of the following e raise the mantel to an acceptable height remove the mantel INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION A WARNING A qualified service person must con nect fireplace Insert to gas supply Follow all local codes A CAUTION For propane LP gas never connect heater directly to the propane LP supply This heater requires an external regulator not supplied Install the external regulator between the heater and pro pane LP supply Installation Items Needed Before installing fireplace insert make sure you have the items listed below e external regulator supplied by installer propane LP units only e piping check local codes e sealant resistant to propane LP gas e equipment shutoff valve e test gauge connection e sediment trap e tee joint e pipe wrench e approved flexible gas line with gas connector if allowed by lo cal codes not provide
49. resent even though no odor exists Make certain you read and understand all warnings Keep this manual for reference It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this fireplace insert A WARNING Any change to this heater or its con trols can be dangerous WARNING Do not allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace insert Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns Ceiling fans can create drafts that alter burner flame patterns Altered burner patterns can cause sooting For more information A WARNING Any outside air ducts and or ash dumps in the fireplace must be permanently closed before installing fireplace insert A WARNING Before installing in a solid fuel burn ing fireplace the chimney flue and fireplace must be cleaned of soot creosote ashes and loose paint by a qualified chimney cleaner 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 insert front and screen becomes very hot when running fireplace insert Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing ignition Fireplace insert will remain hot for a time after shut down Allow surfaces to cool before touching Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room w
50. rolled blower has a variable speed control that operates the blower The blower will start when the ther mostat senses a sufficient increase in firebox temperature Note Your gas logs and thermostat blower will not turn on and off at the same time The fireplace insert 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 insert with blower turned off However the blower helps distribute heated air from the fireplace insert INSPECTING BURNERS Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 36 shows a correct pilot flame pattern Figure 37 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern The incorrect pilot flame is not properly heating the thermocouple When the thermocouple cools the heater will shut down If pilot flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 37 e turn heater off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 16 e see Troubleshooting pages 20 through 22 Note The pilot flame on natural gas units will have a slight curve but flame should be blue and have no yellow or orange color Pilot Burner Thermocouple Thermocouple Pilot Burner Natural Gas Pilot Propane LP Gas Pilot Figure 36 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Pilot Burner Pilot Burner Thermocouple Propane LP Gas Pilot Natu
51. s on injector holder for dust and dirt see Figure 40 3 Blow air through the ports slots and holes in the burner Check the injector holder located at the end of the burner tube again Remove any large particles of dust dirt lint or pet hair with a soft cloth or vacuum cleaner nozzle 5 Blow air into the primary air holes on the injector holder 6 Incase any large clumps of dust have now been pushed into the burner repeat steps 3 and 4 Clean the pilot assembly also A yellow tip on the pilot flame indicates dust and dirt in the pilot assembly There is a small pilot air inlet hole about two inches from where the pilot flame comes out of the pilot assembly see Figure 41 With the unit off lightly blow air through the airinlet hole You may blow through a drinking straw if compressed air is not available Bor ora information visit www desatech com 110150 01A Injector Holder May Be Brass or Aluminum Depending on Model Burner Tube Primary Air Inlet Holes Shape of Holes May Vary by Model Figure 40 Injector Holder On Outlet Burner Tube Ports Slots Burner Tube Pilot Assembly Pilot Air Inlet Hole Figure 41 Pilot Inlet Air Hole LOGS e If you remove logs for cleaning refer to Installing Logs pages 13 and 14 to properly replace logs e Replace log s if broken or chipped dime sized or larger BURNER PRIMARY AIR HOLES Air is drawn into the burner through the holes in the fittin
52. stitute Inc 1430 Broadway New York NY 10018 National Fire Protection Association Inc Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 UNPACKING CAUTION Do not remove the warning and in struction labels attached to the heater base assem bly These markings 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 insert screen Remove and discard these screws Lift fireplace insert screen up and pull out to remove 3 Remove protective packaging applied to logs log base assem bly and fireplace insert Remove fireplace insert hood from carton insert 5 Check all items for any shipping damage If damaged promptly inform dealer where you bought fireplace insert REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES There are four optional remote controls that can be purchased separately for this fireplace insert e wall switch e wall thermostat e hand held ON OFF remote hand held thermostat remote See Accessories page 30 For more information visit WWW PRODUCT FEATURES OPERATION This vent free fireplace insert is clean burning It requires no outside venting There is no heat loss out a vent or up a chimne
53. t ing Do not add lava rock around base Rock and debris could fall into the control area of fireplace insert 7 This fireplace insert is designed to be smokeless If logs ever ap pear to smoke turn off fireplace insert and call a qualified service person Note During initial operation slight smoking could oc cur due to log curing and burning of manufacturing residues 8 To prevent the creation of soot follow the instructions in Clean ing and Maintenance page 19 9 Before using furniture polish wax carpet cleaner or similar products 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 10 This fireplace insert needs fresh air ventilation to run properly This fireplace insert 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 4 through 6 If fireplace insert keeps shut ting off see Troubleshooting pages 20 through 22 11 Do not run fireplace insert e where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored e under dusty conditions 12 Do not use this fireplace insert to cook food or burn paper or other objects 13 Do not use fireplace insert if any part has been exposed to or under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the fireplace insert and to replace any part of the con
54. tallation must include an equipment shutoff valve and plugged 1 8 NPT tap Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up NPT tap must be upstream from fireplace insert see Figure 18 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 Por mora information visit www desatech com 110150 01A CAUTION 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 18 Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning Install in piping system between fuel supply and heater 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 insert gas controls If sediment trap is not installed or is installed wrong fireplace may not run properly CSA Design Certified Equipment Shutoff Valve With 1 8 NPT Tap Natural Gas From Gas Meter 5 W C to 10 5 W C Pressure Supplied Flexible Gas Line Propane LP From External Regulator
55. the hand held remote control unit too close to the heater The thermostat on the hand held remote control unit will heat up too quickly and turn the heater off 3 To turn the burner off press the AUTO ON OFF button until OFF lights The pilot will remain lit IMPORTANT To turn the pilot off manually turn the con trol knob on the heater to the OFF position Flame Adjustment Knob 2 lt ON A OFF REMOTE A Control Knob in On Position Remote Selector Switch in Remote Position Optional Remote Control Figure 34 Setting the Remote Selector Switch Control Knob and Flame Adjustment Knob for Remote Operation Increases Room Temperature in Shows Temperature AUTO Mode Setting gt 2 3 m Decreases Room The Log Heater will II Temperature in Automatically Cycle a AUTO Mode between Pilot and tas 4 the Heat Setting that as Turns Burner On or has been Selected N Off and Allows You to Choose the Auto Setting Figure 35 Thermostat Hand Held Remote Control Unit Selections GHRCTA Series only DESA OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT Optional Blower Operation INSPECTING BURNERS Pilot Flame Pattern Burner Primary Air Holes Main Burner Burner Flame Pattern OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT Continued OPTIONAL BLOWER OPERATION Locate the blower switch by opening lower louver on fireplace insert Blower switch is located at lower left inside louver door This thermostat cont
56. u can now turn the burners on and off with the hand held remote control unit IMPORTANT Do not leave the remote selector switch in the REMOTE position when the pilot is not lit This will drain the battery IMPORTANT Be sure to press the ON OFF buttons on the hand held remote control unit for up to 3 seconds to assure proper operation GHRC Series Operation 2a Press the ON OFF button to turn the burner on and off When turning burner off the pilot will remain lit GHRCTA Series Operation 2b Press the AUTO ON OFF button on the hand held remote control see Figure 35 The lights to the left of the button will show AUTO ON or OFF In the ON mode the burners will ignite The heater is in manual mode when ON is lit For more info 110150 01A ation visit www desatech com OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT Optional Remote Operation 17 In the AUTO mode the thermostat in the hand held re mote unit controls the room temperature To increase the room temperature press the top arrow of the TEMP but ton To lower the room temperature press the bottom arrow of the TEMP button At higher settings the heater will run longer IMPORTANT This remote control has been specially en gineered to take an air temperature sample every 5 5 min utes in the auto mode It will not respond immediately to the temperature setting being turned up or down IMPORTANT The hand held remote control unit must be near the heater Do not keep
57. urner inlet blocked Burner flame holes blocked Properly locate logs see Installing Logs pages 13 and 14 Eliminate source of drafts around heater Clean out air holes at burner inlet Peri odically repeat as needed Remove blockage tech com 110150 01A WIRING DIAGRAMS SPECIFICATIONS REPLACEMENT PARTS SERVICE HINTS TECHNICAL SERVICE WIRING DIAGRAMS Note For proper operation of optional accessories the wires from the switch to the control must be connected exactly as shown in Figure 42 Thermopile Figure 42 Switch Wiring Diagram CAUTION Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation Verify proper operation after servicing Variable Fan Switch Fan Switch N O Off Red Blower Motor 110 115 V A C E Black Figure 43 Blower Wiring Diagram SPECIFICATIONS VI33NRA VI33PRA Btu Variable 20 000 30 000 20 000 33 000 Type Gas Natural Gas Only Propane LP Only Ignition PiezoPiezo Pressure Manifold 3 5 W C 8 0 W C Inlet Gas Pressure in of water Maximum 10 5 14 Minimum 9 11 For input adjustment FOr ors nftormat on visit www desatech com 110150 01A 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
58. y Heat is generated by both realistic flames and glowing embers When used without the blower the fireplace insert requires no electricity making it ideal for emergency backup heat SAFETY DEVICE This fireplace insert 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 system shuts off the fireplace insert if there is not enough fresh air PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEM This fireplace insert has a piezo ignitor This system requires no matches batteries or other sources to light fireplace insert BLOWER ASSEMBLY This fireplace insert is equipped with a blower assembly The blower operates thermostatically and has a variable control The blower circulates heated air from the fireplace insert into the room Use of blower is optional 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
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