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Desa VI33NR VI33PR User's Manual

1. ALEAN Ventilated Outlet i Ait Attic L Outlet J KEA Air i To Attic _ i To Crawl Inlet Air M SS Ventilated Inlet Air Crawl Space Figure 4 Ventilation Air from Outdoors 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 Ay WARNING A qualified service person must in stall fireplace insert Follow all local codes Awarnine Make sure the selector switch is in the OFF position before installing heater POL HOF oe 111285 01B imation visit www desatech com A WARNING Never install the fireplace insert in a bedroom or bathroom in a 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 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 c
2. Drafts or other air currents affecting flame pattern Air holes at burner inlet blocked Burner flame holes blocked Properly locate logs see Installing Logs page 14 Eliminate source of drafts around heater Clean out air holes at burner inlet Peri odically repeat as needed Remove blockage desatech com 111285 01B 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 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 Heating Products at 1 866 672 6040 for referral information When calling DESA Heating Products have ready e model number of your heater e the replacement part number For more tir 111285 01B formation visit www desatech com REPLACEMENT PARTS TECHNICAL SERVICE SERVICE HINTS TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about i
3. Cont Fireplace Insert Installation Into Masonry Fireplace Assembling And Attaching Trim INSTALLATION Continued Pressure Testing Fireplace Insert Gas Connections 1 Open equipment shutoff valve see Figure 17 page 12 2 Open main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas or open propane LP supply tank valve 3 Make sure control knob of fireplace insert is in the OFF position 4 Check all joints from gas meter to equipment shutoff valve for natural gas see Figure 18 page 12 or propane LP supply to equipment shutoff valve for propane LP see Figure 19 page 12 Apply a noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak 5 Correct all leaks at once 6 Light fireplace insert see Operating Fireplace Insert pages 16 through 18 Check all other internal joints for leaks 7 Turn off fireplace insert see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 17 FIREPLACE INSERT INSTALLATION INTO MASONRY FIREPLACE Installation of this fireplace insert involves installing fireplace insert into an existing masonry fireplace If using a mantel above the fireplace you must follow the clearances shown in Figure 12 page 10 Follow the instructions below to install the fireplace insert in this manner Minimum Fireplace Opening 26 1 4 35 17 1 4 Insert 25 9 16 34 5 16 16 11 16 Height Front Width Depth Use dimensions shown in Figure 20 for the masonry fi
4. 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 4 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 e hand held thermostat remote See Accessories page 30 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 chimney 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 sy
5. combustible insulation after the gas supply line has been installed Refractory glass doors screen rails screen mesh and soldi fuel log grates if applicable can be removed from the fire place before installing the unvented fireplace insert 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 formation visit www desatech com American National Standards Institute Inc 1430 Broadway New York NY 10018 National Fire Protection Association Inc Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 DESA PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION UNPACKING REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES PRODUCT FEATURES PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION One Piece Log Set s Optional Remote Control Control Knobs Remote Selector Switch Optional Piezo Ignitor Figure 1 Log Base Assembly Top Louver Assembly Top Outer Casing Firebox Hood Firebox Support Screen Assembly Blower Assembly Bottom Louver Assembly Figure 2 Fireplace Insert UNPACKING A CAUTION Donotremove the warning and instruction labels attached to the heater base assembly These mark ings contain important warranty and safety information 1 With utility knife cut the carton all the way around above the staples on the bottom tray Lift the carton off the heater Remove packing Note
6. 02 099387 12 103877 01 100563 01 VI33PR 102785 03 103778 01 098249 01 099387 09 104229 03 111124 01 099056 19 102772 01 M11084 38 104236 01CK M12461 26 103284 03 098265 02 103782 01 103781 02 098271 10 102445 01 098304 01 099998 01 104241 01 103587 01 097809 02 101628 03 M50104 02 M11084 26 103877 01 100563 01 Not a field replacement part ODS Pilot ODS Nut Pilot Tube Burner Outlet Tube Burner Retainer Spring Burner Orifice Injector Burner Screw 8 x 38 Painted Base Assy Screw 10 x 32 Firebox Bottom Wiring Harness Elbow Male Valve Bracket Gas Control Valve Ignitor Cable Piezo Ignitor Screw Switch Remote Switch Bracket Switch Plate Male Connector Flexible Connector Hose Bushing Screw 10 x 38 Pilot Regulator Pilot Tube Valve to Regulator Lighting Instruction Plate 1 Warning Plate 1 PARTS LIST Models VI33NR and VI33PR 27 DESCRIPTION Log Golden Oak a RH Se ses se omy HP SH a sesso se P PD HH H AH HD AH SH DESA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models VI33NR and VI33PR ILLUSTRATED PARTS T BREAKDOWN FIREPLACE INSERT VIS3NR AND VI33PR 24 For more information visit wwwrc 111285 01B PARTS LIST FIREPLACE INSERT VI33NR AND VI33PR This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace insert When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replace
7. 3 Tighten nut holding piezo 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 n 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 20 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 www de 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
8. ANSI Z223 1 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 geom Remove Option 2 p Door into Adjoining Room Option O 3 N For more information visit www c 111285 01B 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 Z223 1 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 Any outside air ducts and or ash dumps in the fireplace shall be permanently closed at the time of appliance installation
9. Figure 33 Pilot ALCCM RCO 111285 01B OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT Continued 10 Wait one minute and switch selector switch to the ON posi tion to light burners 11 Set flame adjustment knob to any level between HI and LO A CAUTION Do not try to adjust heating levels by using the equipment shutoff valve Awarnine Make sure the selector switch is 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 TO APPLIANCE 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 e Turn control knob clockwise to the PILOT position e Use remote control manual OFF button e Set remote selector switch in the OFF position MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE 1 Follow steps 1 through 6 under Lighting Instructions pages 16 and 17 2 Depress control knob and light pilot with match 3 Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob Now follow steps 9 through 11 pages 16 and 17 a OPTIONAL HAND HELD REMOTE OPERATION Note All remote control accessories
10. LOCK press both buttons on hand held remote control until light stops flashing Hand held remote control is now locked If the fire is on it will be turned off automatically In the locked state the light will not light up when any button is pressed TO UNLOCK press both buttons together on hand held remote control until the light stops flashing The hand held remote is now unlocked Control Button Turns Burners On and Off Figure 35 On Off Hand Held Remote Control Unit GHRCB DESA OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT Optional Hand Held Remote Operation Cont Optional Blower Operation OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT Continued THERMOSTAT SERIES MODEL GHRCTB The hand held remote can be operated using either the manual mode MANU or thermostatic mode AUTO see Figure 36 To select Fahrenheit Centigrade mode display carefully press the C F mode button with the end of a paper clip or similar blunt object Manual Mode 1 Press the POWER and LOCK buttons together to turn on the hand held remote control 2 Press the MANU button to turn on the fireplace 3 Press the POWER and LOCK buttons together to turn off the fireplace Auto Thermostatic Mode 1 Press the POWER and LOCK buttons together to turn on the hand held remote control 2 Press AUTO button to select this mode 3 Set the desired room temperature by pressing the TEMP or buttons 4 Press the POWER and LOCK buttons together to turn off the fireplac
11. 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 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 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 controls can be dangerous 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 become very hot whenrunning fireplace insert Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing
12. caused by one or both of 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 sD 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 20 or replace ODS pilot assembly 5 Hand tighten until snug then tighten 1 4 turn more 6 Replace pilot assembly 7 Replace control valve satech com 111285 01B TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE TROUBLESHOOTING REMEDY Burner does not light after ODS pilot is lit 1 Burner orifice clogged 2 Inlet gas pressure is too low Thermopile leads disconnected or im properly connected 4 Burners will not come on in remote position W 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 201 or replace burner orifice 2 Contact local natural gas company 3 Reconnect leads see Wiring Diagram page 21 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 20 or replace burner orifice Burner backfiring during combustion 1
13. ignition Fireplace insert will remain hot for a time after shutdown Allow surfaces to cool before touching For more information visit www desatechy com 111285 01B SAFETY INFORMATION LOCAL CODES SAFETY INFORMATION Continued Keep the appliance area clear and free from combus tible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids 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 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 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 e do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e if you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department This fireplace insert shall not be installed in a bedroom or
14. ment Parts on page 25 of this manual 105517 01 105233 01 098304 01 102455 02 105518 01CK kk 099230 02 101614 02 M11084 26 105519 01CK 104313 01 104313 02 101398 03 105649 01 103650 01 103581 02 M10908 2 101629 01 098304 01 M11084 38 098544 01 Top Outer Casing Outer Casing Right Front Side Left Front Side Phillips Pan Head Screw 10 Louvered Door Firebox Hood 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 Wiring Harness Blower Speed Control Knob Blower Hex Washer Head Screw Plastic Bushing Phillips Pan Head Screw 8 Hex Screw 8 Clamp PARTS LIST Models VI33NR and VI33PR GFrtrststANMANOAAA A BRR pO Raa oa ao on un un Not a field replacement part formation visit www desatech com ror mors DESA 111285 01B ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES Purchase these fireplace insert accessories from your local dealer If they can not supply these accessories call DESA Heating Prod ucts Sales Department at 1 866 672 6040 for information You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual FIREPLACE SURROUND KIT GS38 AND GS43 BLACK Surround Kit Required for installation Allows insert to be fitted to fireplace opening A surround is required for installation Note Use the accessory which best covers the existin
15. 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 110 115 V A C k Black Figure 44 Blower Wiring Diagram For more ji 111285 01B formation visit www desatech com SPECIFICATIONS VI33NR VI33PR Btu Variable 20 000 30 000 20 000 30 000 Type Gas Natural Gas Only Propane LP Only Ignition Piezo Piezo Pressure Manifold 3 5 W C 8 0 W C Inlet Gas Pressure in of water Maximum 10 5 14 Minimum I 11 For input adjustment DESA 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 AX WARNING Turn off heater and let cool before servicing Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater A CAUTION Never use a wire needle or similar object to clean ODS pilot This can damage ODS pilot unit POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed there is no spark at ODS pilot 1 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
16. you must provide additional fresh air See Ventilation Air From Outdoors page 7 If your home does not meet all of the three criteria above proceed to Determining Fresh Air Flow for Fireplace Location page 6 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 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 De
17. Burner orifice is clogged or damaged 2 Damaged burner 3 Gas regulator defective 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 20 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 Residues from manufacturing processes and logs curing W 1 Check burner for dirt and debris If found clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 20 2 Replace gas control 3 Problem will stop after a few hours of operation Moisture condensation noticed on windows 1 Not enough combustion Vventilation air 1 Refer to Air for Combustion and Venti lation requirements page 5 Heater produces a whistling noise when burner is lit 1 Turning control knob to HI position when burner is cold 2 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 20 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
18. FOUR 4 YEARS ON ALL COMPONENTS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST PURCHASE AND DESA HEATING PRODUCTS LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND DESA HEATING PRODUCTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation on implied warranties or exclusion or limitation on damages may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state For information about this warranty write D ES YAN HEATING PRODUCTS 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 www desatech com 111285 01 Rev B NOT A UPC 05 03 For more information visit www desatechycom
19. 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 Battery Cover Remote Control Unit Terminal Wires 9 Volt Battery Battery Housing Figure 30 Installing Battery in Hand Held Remote Control Unit GHRCB Series Terminal 9 Volt Battery Remote Control Unit Battery Cover Figure 31 Installing Battery in Hand Held Remote Control Unit GHRCTB Series OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT For Your Safety Read Before Lighting Lighting Instructions OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING If you do not follow these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing prop erty damage personal injury or loss of life A B This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly 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 phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your
20. ICE eee eee eect tear tee teee terete rene tae 25 SERVICE HINTS 33 03 sion eiette a a aaas 25 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWNAND PARTS LIST 26 AGGESSORIES iiias eya a ia Hi Ba ga eon 30 OWNER S REGISTRATION FORM 0 0 e eee eee eee 31 WARRANTY INFORMATION 0 e eee eee Back Cover SAFETY INFORMATION A WARNINGS 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 insert Improper use of this fireplace insert can cause serious injury or death from burns fire explo sion electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning A 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 A WARNING Do not use a blower insert heat exchanger insert fireplace hood or other accessory not approved for use with this fireplace 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
21. LESS HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES GHRCB and GHRCTB Installing Remote Receiver Unit 1 Disconnect switch wires from the control valve 2 Remove screws attaching switch plate 3 Remove switch plate see Figure 26 Discard after removing 4 Install remote receiver unit onto gas log heater base using mounting clips Push clips firmly into place see Figure 27 6 Connect wires as shown in Figure 28 A Remote Switch Bracket Ignitor Screw Switch Plate Mounting Clips RS Remote Receiver Figure 27 Installing Remote Receiver White Wire i From Receiver Red Wire From Receiver Figure 28 Connecting Wires 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 n Por ords into 111285 01B rmation visit www desatech com Installing 9 Volt Battery Not Included in Receiver 1 Locate back of receiver under front burner of heater 2 Locate the battery clip mounted on the back of the receiver 3 Slide a 9 volt battery through the clip 4 Attach the terminal wires to the battery Remote Receiver 9 Volt Terminal Battery Clip Wires Figure 29 Installing Battery in Remote Receiver Installing 9 Volt Battery Not Included in Hand
22. UNVENTED VENT FREE GAS FIREPLACE INSERT OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL For more information visit www desatech com VIS3NR VI3S3PR REMOTE READY GAS FIREPLACE INSERT Shown with GS38 Surround Kit and G8010 Brick Liner Accessories WARNING If the information in this manual is not WARNING Improper installation followed exactly a fire or explosion may result caus adjustment alteration service or ing property damage personal injury or loss of life maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable manual for correct installation and vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other operational procedures For assis appliance tance or additional information WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS consult a qualified installer ser Do not try to light any appliance vice agency or the gas supplier Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building WARNING This is an unvented e Immediately call your gas supplier from a gas fired heater It uses air oxy neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s in gen from the room in which it is structions installed Provisions for adequate e If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire combustion and ventilation air department must be provided Refer to Air for Installation and service must be performed by a quali Combustion and V
23. aced obstructed or for any reason cannot transmit to the receiver the receiver will shut off the fireplace after 8 minutes Key Pad Lock Feature This feature allows the user to lock unlock the keypad on the hand held remote in the MANU or AUTO mode to prevent inadvertent operation i e children operating the hand held re mote control etc The keypad is locked in either on or off Press the POWER and LOCK buttons together to turn the unit on or off 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 controlled blower has three settings ON OFF and AUTO In the ON position the blower will operate con stantly In the OFF position the blower will not operate In the AUTO position the blower will start when the thermostat senses a sufficient increase in firebox temperature Note Your 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 j Sareen Corni 111285 01B INSPECTING BURNER Check pilot flame pattern and bu
24. al can bend warp or break under excessive strain 9 Install trim after final finishing and or painting of wall Top Edge of Fireplace Insert Top Surround Panel Phillips Screws 4 Figure 8 Attaching Top Surround Panel Top Panel Phillips Screws Side Panel Figure 9 Attaching Side Panels to Top Panel INSTALLING HOOD Install hood to top of firebox as shown in Figure 10 Use 5 Phillips screws provided to attach hood to fireplace insert and 2 Phillips screws provided to attach hood and surround sides to fireplace insert Por Inora IKI 111285 01B rmation visit www desatech com Screws Figure 10 Installing Hood to Firebox INSTALLATION CLEARANCES A 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 page 10 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 11 B Clearances from the top of the fireplace opening to the ceiling should not be less than 42 inc
25. 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 holes on injector holder for dust and dirt see Figure 41 Injector Holder May Be Brass or Aluminum a Depending on Model Burner X Tube Primary Air Inlet Holes Shape of Holes May Vary by Model Figure 41 Injector Holder On Outlet Burner Tube 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 hai
26. ane 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 1 and 14 inches of water If you do notreduce incoming gas pressure heater regulator damage could occur Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 13 page 11 Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet 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 insert If pipe is too small undue loss of volume will occur ie satech com 111285 01B INSTALLATION Installing Gas Piping To Fireplace Location Cont Connecting Fireplace Insert To Gas Supply INSTALLATION Continued External Regulator Propane LP Supply Tank Vent Pointing Down sav J Figure 13 External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down Installation 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 14 IMPORTANT Install equipment shutoff valve in an accessible location The equipment shutoff valve is for turning on or shutting off the gas to the appliance Check your building codes for any special requirements fo
27. bathroom Do not use this fireplace insert as a wood burning fireplace Use only the logs provided with the fireplace insert 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 insert 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 To prevent the creation of soot follow the instructions in Clean ing and Maintenance page 20 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 in sert if not enough fresh air is available See Air for Combus tion and Ventilation pages 5 through 7 If fireplace insert keeps shutting off see Troubleshooting pages 22 through 24 ror ors 111285 01B 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Do not run fireplace insert e where
28. chased Name City State 16 In choosing this product how important were the following Not Important Somewhat Important Very Important Availability O O O 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 Local Service O O O Value for Price O O O Prior 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 Forimore information visit www desatech com DESA 111285 01B WARRANTY INFORMATION KEEP THIS WARRANTY Model Serial No Date Purchased Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory Wereserve 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 INSERT DESA Heating Products warrants this product to be free 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 mainta
29. e Note Do not leave the hand held remote in the AUTO mode close to the fireplace The radiant heat from the fireplace will turn off the fireplace Ideally place the hand held remote in the center of the room facing towards the fireplace Note Do not hold the hand held remote for a long time Body temperature will affect its operation in the AUTO mode Digital Display Shows Temperature and Settings Turns Hand Held Remote On or Off and Allows You to Choose the Manual Setting Turns Burners On or Off Selects Auto Setting POWER MANU AUTO 7 f a Decreases Room Temperature in AUTO Mode SPS pas Increases Room Temperature in AUTO Mode Corr LOCK e Locks System to Prevent Accidental Ignition Figure 36 Thermostat Hand Held Remote Control Unit GHRCTB For more information visit www Safety Features When away from home for an extended period of time or as a child safety feature to prevent accidental ignition of the fireplace the receiver ON OFF REMOTE switch should be in the OFF position Auto Shutoff Feature 1 Ifthe average room temperature exceeds 82 degrees Fahr enheit 28 degrees Centigrade the hand held remote con trol will perform a safety override and shut the fireplace off This feature is not available in the MANU mode 2 The receiver continuously receives signals from the hand held remote to control the room temperature If the hand held remote is mispl
30. egular 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 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 Nasott 111285 01B 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 JZ oF 9 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 O Living Family Room O Office Warehouse O Utility Shed Outbuilding O Garage Bedroom O Bathroom O Other If you bought this product yourself did y
31. el 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 Mantel Shelf material A a E Noncombustible Material May Project Off this Fireplace Insert Surface above the Insert Hood 1 5 1 6 1 9 21 y Note All vertical measurements are from top of insert hood opening to bottom of mantel shelf Wire mesh Screen Supplied Hood Must Be Used at All Times Figure 12 Minimum Mantel Clearances for Fireplace Insert Installation For more information visit wwWw c A WARNING Never connect natural gas fireplace insert to private non utility gas wells This gas is commonly known as wellhead gas Installation Items Needed Before installing fireplace insert make sure you have the items listed below e external regulator supplied by installer 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 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 page 30 For prop
32. entilation sec fied installer service agency or the gas supplier tion 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 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 DESA Vi st 4 VB La 3 this manual for future reference TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION pasaon e 2 LOCAL CODES ersen r aa a aaa e 3 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION 0 eee eee eee eee teeter teeter 4 UNPACKING iosair os Mess coeds ol eter ceed eaaa ioii ct Maen 4 REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES 00 eee eee 4 PRODUCT FEATURES tiv cscs eect imei ete ee eee 4 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION ossee 5 INSTALLATION fees eetPacst ene etter aed a 7 OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT 00 0 eee eee 16 INSPECTING BURNERS 0 00 eee cee ee eee eee cesta ete teeeteeeeaes 19 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 0 0000 eee eee eee tees 20 WIRING DIAGRAMS 0 eee ee eee eetee cee tee eter tees tae tees teen 21 SPECIFICATIONS 4 0 0 cg Aan eee del chee 21 TROUBLESHOOTING cece eee cece eter ceee tee seee tee eeeeteeetaee 22 REPLACEMENT PARTS eeeseesee eee eee cesses eee teeeeeteeeeaes 25 TECHNICAL SERV
33. flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored e under dusty conditions Do not use this fireplace insert to cook food or burn paper or other objects 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 trol system and any gas control which has been under water Do not operate fireplace insert if any log is broken Do not operate fireplace insert if a log is chipped dime sized or larger Turn fireplace insert off and let cool before servicing Only a quali fied service person should service and repair fireplace insert Operating fireplace insert above elevations of 4 500 feet could cause pilot outage To prevent performance problems with propane LP units do not use propane LP fuel tanks of less than 100 Ib capacity propane LP units only Provide adequate clearances around air openings Trim panels and surrounds must not seal ventilation openings in fireplace Cutting any sheet metal parts of the solid fuel burning fire place or listed ventless firebox enclosure in which the vent free fireplace insert is to be installed is prohibited If the factory built fireplace has no gas access hole s provided an access hole of 1 5 inch 37 5 mm diameter or less may be drilled through the lower sides or bottom of the firebox in a proper workmanlike manner This access hole must be plugged with non
34. g 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 7 4 H and 38 to 43 W 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 accessory blowers are used For more information visit www desat RECEIVER AND HAND HELD THERMOSTAT REMOTE CONTROL KIT GHRCTB SERIES For all models Allows the gas log heater to be operated in a 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 REMOTE CONTROL KIT GHRCB 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 GCK Not Shown For all models Your vent free gas appliance requires r
35. g plate shim in slot of top surround trim see Figure 21 Slide other end of adjusting plate shim in slot on mitered edge of side surround trim see Figure 21 While firmly holding edges of trim together tighten both set screws on the adjusting plate with slotted screwdriver Repeat steps 3 through 6 for other side Set Side Adjusting Belews Top Surround Surround Plate Trim Trim T Slot Slot i Mitered Shim Fdge Mitered Edge Figure 21 Assembling Surround Trim ormation visit www desatech com DESA INSTALLATION Assembling And Attaching Trim Cont Installing Logs INSTALLATION Continued 8 Line up holes in surround trim with holes on side panels of 2 Install fireplace insert screen by slipping notches of fireplace in fireplace surround assembly Attach with screws provided see sert screen over screws on front of fireplace insert see Figure 25 Figure 22 9 Move heater and surround assembly to fireplace opening Make A WARNING You must operate this fireplace in sure heater and surround assembly fit properly sert with the fireplace insert screen in place Make sure fireplace insert screen is in place before run Fireplace 6 Screws 4 ning fireplace insert One Piece Log Set Middle Section at Bottom of Log Set Burner Chassis U shaped Cutout in Chassis Figure 22 Attaching Trim to Fireplace Surround INSTALLING LOGS Figure 23 Installi
36. gas supplier call the fire de partment 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 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 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS A 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 2 3 STOP Read the safety information above Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open Set switch to OFF position A WARNING Burners will come on automatically within one minute when the remote selector switch is in the ON position after the pilot is lit Flame Adjustment Knob Pilot Burner Press in and turn control knob clockwise N to the OFF position Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Fol low B in t
37. han 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 Vent room directly to the outdoors See Ventilation Air From Outdoors 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 AX 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
38. he safety information in column 1 If you don t smell gas go to the next step Press in and turn control knob counterclockwise yrs 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 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 If 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 on page 17 Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob 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 Slightly push in and turn control knob counterclockwise to the ON position Ignitor Button o 403 o Low Control Knob AUTO OFF ON Selector Switch Figure 32 Control Knob and Ignitor Button Location Shownas Supplied No Control Options Pilot Burner Ignitor Electrode ignitor Electrode Natural Gas Propane LP Gas
39. hes f 12 4 10 2 8 4 7 51 4 3 e 19 4 7 8 7 16 Example INCHES FIREBOX 5 1 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 NCHES Minimum 16 inches from Side Wall Figure 11 Minimum Clearance for Combustible to Wall DESA INSTALLATION Installation Clearances Cont Installing Gas Piping To Fireplace Location INSTALLATION Continued Mantel Clearances for Insert Installation If there is a mantel above masonry fireplace you must meet minimum clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening see Figure 12 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 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 Never connect propane LP heater di rectly to the propane LP supply This heater requires an external regulator not supplied Install the external regulator between the heater and propane LP supply NOTICE If your installation does not meet the minimum clearances shown you must do one of the following e raise the mantel to an acceptable height remove the mant
40. ined 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 Heating Products Authorized Service Center Warranty part s MUST be obtained through authorized dealers of this product and or DESA Heating Products who will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty The heater MUST be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with all local codes and instructions furnished with the unit This warranty does not apply to parts that are not in original condition because of normal wear and tear or parts that fail or become damaged as a result of misuse accidents lack of proper maintenance or defects caused by improper installation Travel diagnostic cost labor transportation and any and all such other costs related to repairing a defective heater will be the responsibility of the owner TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THE LAW OF THE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTIES AND LIMITS THE DURATION OF ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO
41. kaging from firebox cavity Shoulder Screw 4 DO NOT DISCARD Shipping Screw DISCARD A a 1 lal Screen Mounting fo 2 we Shipping Screw DISCARD Figure 5 Removing Screws and Screen For more information 3 Align holes in left surround side panel with screen mounting screw holes Replace 5 16 screen mounting shoulder screws removed in step see Figure 6 Do not tighten Install Phillips screw in bottom see Figure 6 Repeat for right side 4 Using Phillips screwdriver remove four screws attaching top louver see Figure 7 5 Place top surround panel at top of fireplace insert Bottom edge of panel will slide under top edge of insert Align top panel screw holes with those in insert Install four 10 Phillips screws do not tighten See Figure 8 page 9 Surround Side Screen Mounting Shoulder Screws 5 16 Phillips Screw Top Louver Figure 7 Remove Louver visit www desatech com 111285 01B INSTALLATION Installing Surround Kit Cont Installing Hood Installation Clearances INSTALLATION Continued 6 Align screw holes in side panels with holes in top panel see Figure 9 Insert and tighten 10 Phillips screws Reinstall louver removed in step 4 8 Carefully inspect fireplace surround assembly Make sure each part fits properly Firmly tighten all screws installed during assembly A CAUTION Do not overtighten Met
42. loth 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 5 through 7 IMPORTANT Make sure the fireplace insert is level If fireplace insert 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 insert Call dealer where you bought fireplace insert for proper type fireplace insert DESA INSTALLATION Electrical H
43. me 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 DESA CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Burner Injector Holder And Pilot Air Inlet Hole Logs Burner Primary Air Holes CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE A WARNING Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning A CAUTION You must keep conirol 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 A WARNING Failure to keep the primary air opening s of the burner s clean may result in soot ing and property damage CLEANING BURNER INJECTOR HOLDER AND PILOT AIR INLET HOLE The primary air inlet holes
44. must be purchased sepa rately see Accessories page 30 Follow instructions included with the remote control NOTICE You must light the pilot before using the hand held remote control unit See Lighting Instruc tions on pages 16 and 17 Por more inform 111285 01B ation visit www desatech com OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT Lighting Instructions Cont To Turn Off Gas To Appliance Manual Lighting Procedures Optional Hand Held Remote Operation 1 After lighting let pilot flame burn for about one minute Turn control knob to ON position Adjust flame adjustment knob anywhere between HI and LO Slide the selector switch to the REMOTE position see Figure 34 Note The burner may light if hand held remote was on when selector switch was last turned off You can now turn the burner on and off with the hand held remote control unit IMPORTANT Do not leave the selector switch in the RE MOTE or ON position when the pilot is not lit This will drain the battery Flame Adjustment Knob PI SAY O 9s on OFF REMOTE A Control Knob in Remote Selector Switch in Remote Position On Position Optional Hand Held Remote Control Figure 34 Setting the Remote Selector Switch Control Knob and Flame Adjustment Knob for Remote Operation ON OFF SERIES MODEL GHRCB Hold the control button on the hand held remote until burner turns on Hold the control button again until burner turns off see Figure 35 TO
45. ng One Piece Log Set A CAUTION Do not remove the warning and in struction labels attached to the heater base assem Burner bly These markings contain important warranty and Ports 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 personal injury WARNING After installation and periodically there after check to ensure that no flame comes in contact with any log With the heater set to HI check to see if flames contact any log If so reposition logs accord ing to the log installation instructions in this manual Flames contacting logs will create soot NY It is very important to install the logs exactly as instructed Do not i ly oT for ounting modify logs Only use logs supplied with heater gt Screen 1 Place one piece log set on grate to fit as illustrated in Fig I ure 23 Make sure middle section at bottom of log set is Notches 0 seated into U shaped cutout in center of chassis see Fig SG y ure 24 IMPORTANT Make sure log does not cover any burner ports Figure 25 Installing Fireplace Insert Screen For more information visit www desatechycom 111285 01B INSTALLATION Optional Wireless Hand Held Remote Control Accessories Installing 9 Volt Batteries INSTALLATION Continued OPTIONAL WIRE
46. not provided 1 Remove fireplace insert screen Lift fireplace insert screen up and pull out to remove 2 Remove screws that attach log base assembly to fireplace in sert see Figure 15 Carefully lift up log base assembly and remove from fireplace insert see Figure 15 Note If adding the G8010 series brick liner accessory install it now Follow instructions in G8010 accessory kit A 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 15 Two Screws o Gas Line a Access Log Base Assembly Figure 15 Removing Log Base Assembly From Fireplace Insert DESA INSTALLATION Connecting Fireplace Insert To Gas Supply Cont Checking Gas Connections INSTALLATION Continued 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 4 Connect gas supply line to flexible gas line attached to gas regulator of fireplace insert see Figure 16 Use sealant on all male pipe threads 5 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections 6 Replace log base assembly back into fireplace insert Feed flex ible gas line into fi
47. nstallation 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 services web site at www desatech com 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 propane LP gas supply may be low You may feel your gas pressure is low If so contact your local natural or propane LP gas supplier DESA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models VI33NR and VI33PR ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODELS VI33NR AND VI33PR Note Items 27 and 28 are for natural gas only oe GO Y G LOS LO Fa Ye RG ss For more information visit www desatechycom ae 111285 01B 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 25 of this manual For mora information visit www desatech com 111285 01B KEY PART NUMBER NO VI33NR 102785 03 103779 01 098249 01 099387 14 111331 13 111124 01 099056 26 102772 01 M11084 38 104236 01CK M12461 26 103284 03 098265 02 103782 01 103781 01 098271 10 102445 01 098304 01 099998 01 104241 01 103587 01 097809 02 101628 03 M50104 02 M11084 26 099918
48. nts of gas supply piping system Apply a noncorrosive 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 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 for propane LP gas or opening main gas valve lo cated on or near gas meter or using compressed air 3 Check all joints from gas meter to equipment shutoff valve for natural gas see Figure 18 or propane LP supply to equipment shutoff valve for propane LP see Figure 19 Apply a noncorro sive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak 4 Correct all leaks at once Equipment Open Shutoff Valve ae T T Closed Figure 17 Equipment Shutoff Valve Equipment D Shutoff Valve Gas Meter Manual Gas Valve peep ne Figure 18 Checking Gas Joints Natural Gas Equipment Shutoff Valve Propane LP Supply Tank Manual Gas Valve Figure 19 Checking Gas Joints Propane LP Gas j Sareen Corni 111285 01B INSTALLATION Checking Gas Connections
49. ookup Installing Surround Kit INSTALLATION Continued 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 have a 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 A CAUTION A GS38 or GS43 surround kit accessory must be installed on this fireplace insert before install ing into your masonry fireplace or wall opening 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 shipping screws and screen see Figure 5 Discard these screws Remove 5 16 screen mounting shoulder screws do not discard 2 Remove log pac
50. ou plan to purchase this type of product before going into the store O Yes ONo Who selected the product O Male OFemale O Both 4 What is the population of your area O Under 10 000 10 000 to 25 000 O 25 000 to 50 000 O 50 000 to 100 000 O 100 000 to 250 000 O Over 250 000 5 What is your primary source of heat O Propane LP Gas O Fuel Oil O Wood O Natural Gas O Electric Other 6 How was the product installed O Professional Installer O Self Other 7 Cost of product excluding sales tax 8 Cost to install product 9 Type of store where product was purchased O Hardware O Propane Dealer O Natural Gas Utility Co Home Center Builder s Supply O Fireplace or Hearth Shop O Farm Store O Other 10 What motivated you to buy this product O Sudden Cold Weather Replace Older Model O D I Y Home Project O Emergency Back Up Heat O Heater was on Sale O Energy Savings High Efficiency Construction Project Other 11 How did you learn about this product brand O Advertising O Relative or Friend O Store Display O Other 12 Level of Education of Purchaser O Some High School Completed High School Completed College Completed Graduate School 13 Age of Purchaser O Under 20 O20 29 O30 39 O40 49 O50 59 O60 or Over 14 Buyer s total annual household income O Under 15 000 O 15 000 to 19 999 O 20 000 to 34 999 O 35 000 to 49 999 O 50 000 to 74 999 O 75 000 to 99 999 O 100 000 and Over 15 Store where product was pur
51. powder residue 1 Turn heater off when using furniture pol ish wax cleaners or similar products Remote does not function GHRC and GHRCTA Series only 111285 01B 1 Battery is not installed Battery power is low Por ora information visit www desatech com 1 Replace 9 volt batteries in receiver and hand held remote control DESA TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Continued building Ad 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 Immediately call your gas supplier from aneighbor 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 W Fireplace insert bu
52. r with a soft cloth or vacuum cleaner nozzle 5 Blow air into the primary air holes on the injector holder In case 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 airinlet hole about two inches from where the pilot flame comes out of the pilot assembly see Figure 42 With the unit off lightly blow air through the airinlet hole You may blow through a drinking straw if compressed air is not available Ports Slots Burner Tube Pilot Assembly Pilot Air Figure 42 Pilot Inlet Air Hole LOGS e If you remove logs for cleaning refer to Installing Logs page 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 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 For more information visit www desatech com 111285 01B WIRING DIAGRAMS SPECIFICATIONS WIRING DIAGRAMS Note For proper operation of optional accessories the wires from the switch to the control must be connected exactly as shown in Figures 43 and 44 Thermopile Figure 43 Switch Wiring Diagram A CAUTION Label all
53. r 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 A WARNING Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant to liquid petroleum LP gas CSA Design Certified Equipment Shutoff Valve With 1 8 NPT Tap Propane LP From External Regulator 11 W C to 14 W C Pressure Natural From Gas Meter 5 W C to 10 5 W C Pressure Pipe Tee Nipple Joint Sediment Trap Supplied Flexible Gas Line Figure 14 Gas Connection Purchase the optional CSA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories page 30 Por mors tilt 111285 01B mation visit www desatech com We recommend that you install a sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 14 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 CONNECTING FIREPLACE INSERT TO GAS SUPPLY Installation Items Needed e 5 16 hex socket wrench or nut driver e Phillips screwdriver e sealant resistant to propane LP gas
54. re place opening Install and properly ground GA3555 three prong 120 volt elec trical outlet in fireplace insert Follow instructions included in kit see Accessories page 30 26 1 4 Figure 20 Rough Opening for Installing in Masonry Fireplace Por mores dite 111285 01B Install gas piping to fireplace location This installation includes an approved flexible gas line if allowed by local codes after the equipment shutoff valve The flexible gas line must be the last item installed on the gas piping See Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Location pages 10 and 11 Carefully set fireplace insert in front of masonry fireplace with back of insert inside wall opening Attach flexible gas line to gas supply See Connecting Fire place Insert to Gas Supply pages 11 and 12 Plug electrical cord into electrical outlet installed in step 2 Carefully place fireplace insert into masonry fireplace Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Con nections pages 12 and 13 Install trim after final finishing and or painting of wall see Figure 22 page 14 ASSEMBLING AND ATTACHING TRIM 1 2 Remove three pieces of surround trim from packaging Locate four 6 screws two adjusting plates with set screws and two shims in the hardware packet Align shim under adjusting plate as shown in Figure 21 Slide one end of adjustin
55. replace insert base area while replacing log base assembly Make sure the entire flexible gas line is in fire place insert base area Reattach log base assembly to fireplace insert with screws removed in step 2 page 11 To Fireplace Equipment Gas Regulator My Shutoff Valve GQ Flexible Gas Line from Propane LP Fireplace Gas Regulator To External Provided with Fireplace Insert Regulator S Natural To Gas Meter Figure 16 Attaching Flexible 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 a leak Apply a noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System Test Pressures In Excess Of 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Disconnect appliance with 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 was connected 3 Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane LP supply tank for propane LP gas or opening main gas valve lo cated on or near gas meter or using compressed air For more information visit www 4 Check all joi
56. rner flame patterns often PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 37 shows a correct pilot flame pattern Figure 38 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 38 e turn heater off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 17 e see Troubleshooting pages 22 through 24 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 Pilot Burner Natural Gas Propane LP Gas Figure 37 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Pilot Burner Pilot Burner Natural Gas Propane LP Gas Figure 38 Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern Por nore information visit www desatech com 111285 01B Thermocouple INSPECTING BURNERS Pilot Flame Pattern Burner Flame Pattern Burner Primary Air Holes Main Burner BURNER FLAME PATTERN Figure 39 shows a correct burner flame pattern Figure 40 shows an incorrect burner flame pattern If burner flame pattern is incorrect e turn heater off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 17 e see Troubleshooting pages 22 through 24 Approx 3 6 Above Top of Logs Figure 39 Correct Flame Pattern with Control Knob Set to High Flame More Than 8 Above Top of Logs Figure 40 Incorrect Flame Pattern with Control Knob Set to High Fla
57. rning vapors from paint hair spray glues cleaners chemi cals new carpet etc see IMPORTANT statement above Low fuel supply propane LP only Gas leak See Warning statement above Wn Open window and ventilate room Stop using odor causing products while fire place insert is running Refill supply tank propane LP only Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections pages 12 and 13 Fireplace insert shuts off in use ODS operates Ww N Not enough fresh air is available Low line pressure ODS pilot is partially clogged Open window and or door for ventilation Contact local natural gas company Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 20 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 pages 12 and 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 pages 12 and 13 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 Improper log placement
58. stem 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 blowercirculates heated airfrom the fireplace insert into the room Use ofbloweris optional For more information visit www desatechycom 111285 01B 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 materi als 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
59. termine 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 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 63 360 Btu Hr maximum the space can support 73 000 Btu Hr actual amount of Btu Hr used The space in the example in column 1 is aconfined space because the actual Btu Hr used is more t
60. vented fuel burning appliances PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION The following are excerpts from National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 2223 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 5 through 7 will help you classify your space and provide adequate ventilation FOrmore information visit www desatech com 111285 01B AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Providing 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 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

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