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1. TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Fireplace 1 Turn control knob clockwise to the OFF position 2a Set selector switch in the OFF position 2b If Using Optional Hand Held Remote Set selector switch in the OFF position to prevent draining battery Figure 51 Natural Gas Pilot Shutting Off Burners Only pilot stays lit You may shut off the burners and keep the pilot lit by doing one of the following 1 Turn control knob clockwise X to the PILOT position 2 Use remote control manual OFF button 3 Set selector switch in the OFF position MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE EMI 1 Follow steps 1 through 6 under Lighting Instructions 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 Lighting Instructions DESA OPERATING FIREPLACE REMOTE READY MODELS Optional Remote Operation GWMT1 Wall Mounted Thermostat Optional OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued OPTIONAL REMOTE OPERATION INI Note All remote control accessories must be purchased sepa rately see Accessories pages 38 and 39 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 a
2. fireplace will not produce specified heat for propane LP units propane LP gas supply may be low Thermostat Models VMH10TNB EFS10TN 10 000 Natural Gas Only Piezo 3 W C 10 5 5 25 7 8 x 26 hex 9 s 32 Ys x 27 Phe x 11 5 8 44 Ibs 48 165 Remote Ready Models VMH26PRA EFS26PR FMH26PR 15 000 26 000 Propane LP Gas Only Piezo 8 W C 14 1 1 25 26 hex 9 7 s 32 5 s x 27 Phe x 11 s 44 1 Ibs 48 165 Remote Ready Models VMH26NRA EFS26NR FMH26NR 15 000 26 000 Natural Gas Only Piezo 3 5 W C 10 5 5 25 7 8 x 26 hex 9 2 32 Ys x 27 Phe x 11 5 8 44 Ibs 48 165 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 You may feel your gas pressure is too low If so contact your local natural or propane LP gas supplier For more information visit www at www desatech com ave ChyGom 107032 01E 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 D
3. Fireplace will E Temperature in Automatically AUTO Mode Cycle between Pilot and the Turns Burners Heat Setting On or Off and that has been Allows You to Selected Choose the Auto Setting Figure 53 Thermostat Hand Held Remote Control Unit Selections GHRCTA Only GWMT1 WALL MOUNTED NN THERMOSTAT OPTIONAL Makesure the heater switch ison AUTO andset the temperature adjustment on wall thermostat to the desired setting The ther mostat has been electronically calibrated at the factory and requires no adjustment or leveling Uponinstallation the thermostat must be allowed to stabilize at room temperature for a minimum of 30 minutes for proper operation See installation instructions on page 21 of this manual i E20 1 i 107032 01E OPERATING FIREPLACE REMOTE READY MODELS 27 GWMS2 Wall Mounted Switch Optional Operating Blower INSPECTING BURNERS Pilot Flame Pattern Burner Flame Pattern OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued GWMS2 WALL MOUNTED SWITCH OPTIONAL Makesure the heater switch is on AUTO This wall switch works just like the conventional light switch Flip the switch up for on and down for off Note Make sure that this switch is not in a position to be mistaken for a light switch This may result in the fireplace being inadvertently turned on without the proper precautions being taken See installation instructions on page 22 of this manual OPERATING BLoweR This blower
4. 5 Intop of the fireplace cabinet locate the four mounting holes on the outer casing Align these four holes with those on the blower bracket assembly Attach blower bracket assembly to the outer casing with 4 10 screws provided see Figure 23 6 Route the wire harness through the hole in left side of baffle Pull wire harness through lower opening above where the valve shield was removed see Figure 23 Wiring Routing Hole in Baffle Blower Mounting Holes Blower Bracket Wire Harness Baffle Valve Cover Shield Box Cover Figure 23 Installing Blower Bracket Assembly Fan Switch Auto Off On 12 Auto 2 Offi e e Blue Thermostat Switch on ANO e M Blue 110 115 Red Blower 4 Black Red White White e E Green e Green Figure 24 Wiring Diagram For Blower Accessory Standard Installation INSTALLATION Installing Blower Accessory GA3450T in Thermostat Controlled Models Cont INSTALLATION Continued T Insert the 4 wire harness into one of the round holes in the rear of the valve cover shield and through the rectangular hole in the front of shield see Figure 23 page 15 Reconnect red wire to switch position 3 Reconnect blue wire to switch position 1 Reconnect green and white wires Install the switch plate on the valve cover shield with 2 10 screws provided see Figure 25 Reinstall the valve cover shield Route p
5. Installing Blower Bracket Assembly Extension Cord Use extension cord if needed The cord must have a three prong grounding plug and three hole receptacle Make sure cord is in good shape It must be heavy enough to carry the current needed An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage This will result in loss of power and overheating Use a No 16 AWG cord for lengths less than 50 feet INSTALLING OPTIONAL BLOWER ACCESSORY GA3450T IN THERMOSTAT CONTROLLED MODELS Removing Upper Louver Assembly To install the blower accessory you must first remove the upper louver assembly 1 Remove 4 screws from upper louver assembly see Figure 21 Save these screws 2 Pullupperlouver assembly straight out from the cabinet Be care ful not to scratch the paint Set louver assembly and screws aside Blower Bracket Mounting Holes M Upper Louver Brass Assembly Screws Figure 21 Removing Upper Louver Assembly 107032 01E INSTALLATION Installing Blower Accessory GA3450T in Thermostat Controlled Models Cont INSTALLATION Continued Removing Valve Cover Shield 1 Open bottom louver assembly by swinging the assembly down see Figure 22 2 Using short Phillips screwdriver remove the screw under the center of the branch support Rotate valve cover shield clock wise and slide out IMPORTANT Do not remove shoulder screw on the left side of valve cover shield Slide t
6. Do not allow noncombustible materials to cover any necessary openings like louvered slots A WARNING Never modify or cover the louvered slots on the front of the firebox A WARNING Use only noncombustible mortar or adhesives when overlapping the front facing with noncombustible facing material Mantel Clearances for Built In Installation If placing mantel above built in fireplace you must meet minimum clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening NOTICE Surface temperatures of adjacent walls and mantels become hot during operation Walls and mantels above the firebox may become hot to the touch If installed properly these temperatures meet the requirement of the national product standard Follow all minimum clearances shown in this manual Mantel Shelf Note All vertical measurements are from top of fireplace opening to bottom of mantel shelf All measurements are in inches Side of Firebox Figure 11 Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built In Installation Por 111925 fos 107032 01E rmation visit www desatech com NOTICE If your installation does not meet the mini mum clearances shown you must do one of the following raise the mantel to an acceptable height remove the mantel OPTIONAL MANTEL INSTALLATION Note Refer to instructions provided with the mantel for assembly instructions Refer to the following instructions for system
7. Valve Cover Shield Lower Louver Door Harness Figure 16 Installing Blower Bracket Assembly Por mora information visit 107032 01E 9 Install the switch plate on the valve cover shield with 2 10 screws provided see Figure 18 Route power cord out of the cabinet by inserting it through the bushing on the outer casing see Figure 16 Plug fan kit into 120 Volt grounded power sup ply and test operation Note When switch is in the AUTO posi tion the fan will start after the fireplace has run for a few mo ments The fan will continue to run for several moments after the fireplace has been turned off When switch is in the ON position the fan will run until turned to OFF Reinstall upper louver assembly see Figure 15 page 12 and branch support Close lower louver door Fan Switch Auto Off On 110 115 A C e Green e Figure 17 Wiring Diagram For Blower Accessory Standard Installation Valve Cover Shield Switch Plate Figure 18 Installing Switch Plate to Valve Cover Shield For Built In Installation A WARNING A licensed electrician must connect the wiring harness to electrical supply following all local codes Electrician must provide a clamp on the box cover to secure the wiring Wiring should be routed through the bushing in the hole on the outer casing of fireplace www desatech com 1 Install a snap bushing found in hardware kit into
8. X to desired heating level The burner should light Set control knob to any heat level between HI and LO A CAUTION Do not try to adjust heating levels by using the equipment shutoff valve Figure 46 Natural Gas Pilot mation visit www desatech com Control Knob Ignitor Button k Figure 45 Control Knob The OFF Position Thermocouple Ignitor Thermocouple Electrode Ignitor 4 Pilot Electrode Figure 47 Propane LP Gas Pilot ODESA OPERATING FIREPLACE THERMOSTAT CONTROLLED MODELS To Turn Gas Off To Appliance Thermostat Control Operation Manual Lighting Procedure Operating Blower OPERATING FIREPLACE REMOTE READY MODELS For Your Safety Read Before Lighting OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE EMI Shutting Off Fireplace 1 Turn control knob clockwise x to the OFF position 2 Turn off all electric power to the appliance if applicable if service is to be performed Shutting Off Burners Only pilot stays lit Turn control knob clockwise w to the PILOT position a THERMOSTAT CONTROL DE OPERATION The thermostat used on this fireplace senses the room tempera ture At times the room may exceed the set temperature If so the burner will shut off The burner will cycle back on when room temperature drops below the set temperature The control knob can beset to any heat level between HI and LO Not
9. burner and circulating air passageways of fireplace clean Inspectthese areas of fireplace before each use Have fireplace inspected yearly by a qualified service per son Fireplace may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive 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 fireplace 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 59 3 Blow air
10. 01 Burner Support 101006 01 101006 01 Pilot Bracket 097809 03 097809 03 3 8 NPT x 3 8 Flare Brass Fitting 098249 01 098249 01 Nut M5 101629 02 101629 02 Bushing PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 101054 01 101054 01 Lighting Instructions Plate 100563 01 100563 01 Warning Plate 103470 01 103470 01 Hardware Package 1 1 14 16 1 1 2 31 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 4 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 2 1 1 2 1 Part not available for field replacement nor 107032 01E ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Remote Ready Models VMH26PRA VMH26NRA EFS26PR EFS26NR FMH26PR and FMH26NR ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN REMOTE READY MODELS VMH26PRA VMH26NRA Shown EFS26PR EFS26NR FMH26PR and FMH26NR iG Onn 107032 01E PARTS LIST Remote Ready Models VMH26PRA VMH26NRA EFS26PR EFS26NR FMH26PR and FMH26NR PARTS LIST REMOTE READY MODELS This list contains replaceable VMH26PRA VMH26NRA parts used in your fireplace EFS26PR EFS26NR When ordering parts follow the FMH26PR FMH26NR DESCRIPTION instructions listed under Re 102633 02 102633 02 Outer Casing Top placement Parts on page 33 of 102624 02 102624 02 Outer Casing this manual 099230 02 099230 02 Shoulder Screw 098304 01 098304 01 Screw 10 x 3 8 107178 02 107178 01 Burner 103209 01 103209 01 Louvered Door 102635 02CK 102635 02CK Left and Right Side Front 103209 01 103209 01
11. 17 11 Install gas line See Connecting To Gas Supply pages 17 and 18 12 Check for leaks See Checking Gas Connections page 19 13 Place mantel around fireplace Be careful not to damage wall or mantel 14 Place brass trim kit on the shoulder screws located on the side and top of the fireplace Firmly snap the brass trim over the shoulder screws on fireplace see Figure 12 page 11 15 Adjust assembly to remove any gaps Attach remaining two 3 wood screws from hardware pack through openings inside of fireplace sides into the mantel The openings are located at top behind the area for the brass louvers see Figure 12 page 11 16 Reinstall top brass louvers 1 9 4 Screw Wood Base Figure 13 Attaching Wood Base to Floor Assembling Brass Trim Brass trim shipped with mantel 1 Remove packaging from three remaining pieces of brass trim 2 Locate two adjusting plates with set screws and two shims in the hardware packet 3 Align shim under adjusting plate as shown in Figure 14 Slide one end of adjusting plate shim in slot on mitered edge of top brass trim see Figure 14 5 Slide other end of adjusting plate shim in slot on mitered edge of side brass trim see Figure 14 6 While firmly holding edges of brass trim together tighten both set screws on the adjusting plate with slotted screwdriver Repeat steps 1 through 6 for other corner Set brass assembly aside for later installation ae Set Scr
12. 2 was connected Controlled Models or Control Valve Remote Ready Models 3 Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane LP sup ply tank valve for propane LP gas or opening main gas valve lo cated on or near gas meter for natural gas or using compressed air Equipment Shutoff Valve 4 Check all joints of gas supply piping system Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Flexible Gas Line 5 Correct all leaks at once from Fireplace Gas Regulator Reconnect fireplace and equipment shutoff valve to gas sup ply Check reconnected fittings for leaks Provided With Sy Fireplace kn Test Pressures Egual To or Less Than 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa o Externa Regulator 1 Close equipment shutoff valve see Figure 33 Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane LP sup NATURAL pply piping Sy y pening prop p ply tank valve for propane LP gas or opening main gas valve lo To Gas Supply cated on or near gas meter for natural gas or using compressed air Figure 32 Attaching Flexible Gas Line to Equipment Shutoff Valve Equipment Shutoff Valve Closed Figure 33 Equipment Shutoff Valve DESA Por mora information visit www desatech com 107032 01E INSTALLATION Checking Gas Connections Cont Optional Wireless Hand Held Remote Control Accessories Remote Ready Models Only INSTALLATION Continued 3 Check all joints from gas me
13. Heated air entering the attic will activate the power vent Ventilated Outlet Air To Attic Inlet Air Ventilated Crawl Space Inlet Air Figure 6 Ventilation Air from Outdoors For more information visit ww INSTALLATION NOTICE This heater is intended for use as supplemen tal 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 Follow all local codes Ay WARNING Never install the fireplace ina bathroom inarecreational vehicle Where curtains furniture clothing or other flam mable objects are less than 36 inches from the front top or sides of the fireplace asa fireplace insert in high traffic areas in windy or drafty areas A WARNING Never install the Remote Ready Mod els in this manual in a bedroom Any heating product with a Btu hr r
14. Switch REMOTE READY MODELS Ed FOR YOUR SAFETY RI READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING If you do notfollow these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing prop erty damage personal injury or loss of life A 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 phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire de partment C Useonly 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 107032 01E OPERATING FIREPLACE REMOTE READY MODELS OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS A
15. WARNING You must operate this fireplace with the fireplace screen in place Make sure fireplace screen is installed before running fireplace NOTICE During initial operation of new fireplace burning logs will give off a paper burning smell Open window to vent smell This will only last a few hours 1 STOP Read the safety information in column 2 page 24 2 Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open 3 Set switch in the OFF position Lighting Instructions To Turn Off Gas To Appliance Manual Lighting Procedure 8 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 9 Slightly push in and turn control knob counterclockwise K to the ON position 10 Wait one minute and switch selector switch to the ON posi tion to light burner 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 A WARNING Burner will come on automatically within one minute when the selector switch is in the ON position after the pilot is lit 4 Press in and turn control knob clockwise LJ Cx to the OFF position see Figure 49 5 Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas incl
16. 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 28 Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page Control valve defective Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections pages 19 and 20 Replace control valve Gas odor during combustion FOr woes 107032 01E Foreign matter between control valve and burner Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page ormation visit www desatech com Take apart gas tubing and remove for eign matter Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections pages 19 and 20 DESA SPECIFICATIONS SERVICE HINTS TECHNICAL SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS Btu Hr Type Gas Ignition Manifold Pressure Inlet Gas Pressure in of water Maximum Minimum Thermostat Models VMH10TPB EFS10TP 10 000 Propane LP Gas Only Piezo 8 5 W C 14 11 Dimensions inches HxWxD Fireplace including hood and screws Carton Weight pounds Fireplace Shipping 25 7 8 x 26 hex 9 2 32 x 27 hex 11 5 8 44 Ibs 48 165 For purpose of input adjustment SERVICE HINTS When Gas Pressure Is Too Low pilot will not stay lit burners will have delayed ignition
17. built in in stallations Pop in the plastic snap bushing found in hardware kit into the hole left by supply cord strain relief For more information visit www de Switch Switch Plate A licensed electrician must follow the wiring diagram to con nect incoming electrical supply to fan kit wiring harness see Figure 26 Plug power cord to the outlet receptacle not provided as shown in Figure 27 Wind the extra cable in power cord and and tie it up with the plastic wire strap see Figure 27 Set the cable bundle between the burner bracket and outer casing away from the burner Reinstall valve cover shield Test to make sure the blower is working properly Reinstall upper louver assembly and hood if previously removed see Figure 21 page 14 Close lower louver door Fan Switch Auto Off On Blue Thermostat Switch N O e 110 115 Blue V A C Blower Motor Red G White Sal Green e Green Figure 26 Wiring Diagram For Blower Accessory Built In Installation Wire Blower Bracket Harness Assembly Wire Strap Valve Cover Clamp Connector Shield Box not included Cover Figure 27 Installing Blower Bracket Assembly 107032 01E INSTALLATION Installing Blower Accessory GA3450T in Thermostat Controlled Models Cont 1 7 Attaching Wood Base to Solid Floor Connecting to Gas Supply INSTALLA
18. completes the fireplace look Available in an oak stained or an unfinished birch ready to stain or paint Complete assembly instruc tions included Three sided brass trim kit included CORNER MANTEL WITH FULL HEARTH BASE GMC63U Series Unfinished GMC64F Series Finished GMC65W Series White Lacquer Finished For all models Space saving mantel and hearth base corner design features clean classic lines Available in a stained oak white lacquer or an unfinished hardwood ready to stain or paint Com plete assembly instructions included Three sided brass trim kit included 107032 01 ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES Continued CLEANING KIT GCK Not Shown For all models Your vent free gas appliance requires regular cleaning and maintenance to prevent performance problems This kit gives you the tools and instructions to make it easy to clean all critical areas of your appliance WALL MOUNT THERMOSTAT SWITCH GWMT1 Not Shown For all Remote Ready Models The desired comfort setting can be selected on the wall thermostat and the fireplace will automatically cycle from pilot to the heat setting selected WALL MOUNT ON OFF SWITCH GWMS2 Not Shown For all Remote Ready Models Allows the fireplace to be turned on and off with a wall switch RECEIVER AND HAND HELD THERMOSTAT REMOTE CONTROL KIT GHRCTA For all Remote Ready Models Allows the firep
19. enter your home All fuel burning appliances need fresh air for proper combustion and ventilation Exhaust fans fireplaces clothes dryers and fuel burning appliances draw air from the house to operate You must provide adequate fresh air for these appliances This will insure proper venting of vented fuel burning appliances PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION The following are excerpts from National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 4223 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 6 through 8 will help you classify your space and provide adequate ventilation Unusually Tight Construction The air that leaks around doors and windows may provide enough fresh air for combustion and ventilation However in buildings of unusually tight construction you must provide additional fresh air Unusually tight construction is defined as construction where a wallsandceilings 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 For more information visit WWW c caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as joints around window and door frames between so
20. installa tion Refer to instructions on page 5 for fireplace assembly Blower accessory should be installed if it is being used see Installing Blower Accessory GA3450T pages 12 through 16 1 Unscrew four brass screws that attach top louver to fireplace Remove louver from fireplace and set aside 2 Place fireplace on wood base 3 Place mantel around fireplace base assembly 4 Assemble brass trim kit See Assembling Brass Trim page 12 5 Firmly snap brass trim kit on shoulder screws Shoulder screws are located on fireplace cabinet see Figure 12 6 Align brass trim kit for flush fit around opening 7 Use two 3 wood screws provided and attach fireplace base to wooden base see Figure 12 8 Place base assembly next to wall at installation location 9 Remove brass trim kit and mantel Be careful not to damage wall or mantel Hole for 3 Wood Screw for Attaching Fireplace to Mantel Shoulder Screws Hole for 3 Wood Screw A for Attaching Fireplace to Assembled Wooden Base Brass Trim Figure 12 Attaching Brass Trim to Fireplace DESA INSTALLATION Optional Mantel Installation Cont Installing Blower Accessory GA3450T in Remote Ready Models INSTALLATION Continued 10 Attach wood base to floor with two 1 3 4 black screws pro vided see Figure 13 If the floor is concrete use anchor method see Attaching Wood Base to Solid Floor page
21. neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department IMPORTANT Operating fireplace where impurities in airexist 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 Remote does not function Remote Ready Models Only 1 Battery is not install Battery power is low 1 Replace 9 volt batteries in receiver and remote control Fireplace produces a clicking ticking noise just after burners are lit or shut off 1 Metal expanding while heating or con tracting while cooling This iscommon with most fireplaces If noise is excessive contact qualified ser vice person Fireplace produces unwanted odors U Fireplace burning vapors from paint hair spray glues cleaners chemicals new carpet etc See IMPORTANT statement above Low fuel supply propane LP only Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page Open window to ventilate room Stop us ing odor causing products while fire place is running Refill supply tank propane LP only Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections pages 19 and 20 Fireplace shuts off in use ODS operates Not enough fresh
22. one of the holes on rear of valve cover shield The other hole is for a strain relief clamp not supplied to secure incoming electrical supply 2 Follow steps 2 through 6 in Installing Blower Accessory pages 12 and 13 DESA INSTALLATION Installing Blower Accessory GA3450T in Remote Ready Models Cont Installing Blower Accessory GA3450T in Thermostat Controlled Models INSTALLATION Continued 3 licensed electrician must follow the wiring diagram to con nect incoming electrical supply to fan kit wiring harness see Figure 19 4 Plug power cord to the outlet receptacle not provided as shown in Figure 20 Wind the extra cable in power cord and and tie it up with the plastic wire strap see Figure 20 Set the cable bundle between the burner bracket and outer casing away from the burner 5 Test to make sure the blower is working properly 6 Reinstall upper louver assembly see Figure 15 page 12 and close lower louver Fan Switch Auto Off On Auto Off Blue Thermostat Switch N O e e 110 115 ey Blue V A C Red Blower Motor c Black Red A q White White Green e Green V e Figure 19 Wiring Diagram For Blower Accessory Built In Installation Blower Bracket Assembly Wire Harness Plastic Wire Strap Wire Harness Clamp Connector not included Lower Louver Door Figure 20
23. shield 2 Make sure the wire harness is firmly connected to the termi nals on the blower bracket assembly 5 107032 01E INSTALLATION Installing Blower Accessory GA3450T in Remote Ready Models Cont INSTALLATION Continued 3 Note the wire locations on back of AUTO OFF ON switch The terminals on back of switch are numbered 1 2 and 3 Carefully remove red wire from terminal 3 and blue wire from terminal 1 Black wire can remain on middle terminal 2 see Figure 16 4 Carefully disconnect green and white wires at their insulated connectors see Figure 17 5 In top of the fireplace cabinet locate the four mounting holes on the outer casing Align these four holes with those on the blower bracket assembly Attach blower bracket assembly to the outer casing with 4 10 screws provided see Figure 16 6 Route the wire harness through the hole in left side of baffle Pull wire harness through lower opening on the side of the valve cover shield see Figure 16 7 Insert the 4 wire harnesses into one of the round holes in the rear of the valve cover shield and through the rectangular hole in the front of shield see Figure 16 8 Reconnect red wire to switch position 3 Reconnect blue wire to switch position 1 Reconnect green and white wires Wire Harness Wiring Routing Blower Bracket Hole in Baffle Assembly Blower Mounting Switch Plate
24. the switch to a power source Electrical shock and or fire hazard will occur IMPORTANT The wire may be shortened but must not be lengthened 4 Connect one bare wire end to each of the terminals of the pro vided wall switch 5 Install the wall switch and cover in the wall INSTALLING LOG SET AND SCREEN 1 Remove log packaging material and discard packaging Gen tly place log on burner support see Figure 44 The log should fit flat against top of burner support and log locator tabs fit into the slots under the log Do not allow log to contact flame If flame contacts log soot will be created 2 Reattach screen by placing the notches in the screen frame over the shoulder screws and pushing down 4 Shoulder Screw Burner Support with Log Locator Tabs Figure 44 Installing Log and Screen C OG ARON 107032 01E OPERATING FIREPLACE THERMOSTAT CONTROLLED MODELS OPERATING FIREPLACE THERMOSTAT CONTROLLED MODELS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING A 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 o
25. Brass Top Louver 104281 02BR 104281 02BR Firebox Hood 102638 01 102638 01 Firebox Top 103778 01 103779 01 ODS Pilot Assembly T Firebox Wrapper 104322 01 104322 01 Burner Tube 104335 01CK 104335 01CK Outer Shell Base 102649 02 102649 02 Branch Support 102445 01 102445 01 Piezo Ignitor 099918 02 Regulator Pilot 098271 10 098271 10 Ignitor Cable 107186 01 107186 02 Injector M11084 26 M11084 26 Screw Hex Head 10 x 3 8 098249 01 098249 01 Nut M5 103781 02 103781 01 Gas Valve 102639 01 102639 01 Baffle 101628 01 101628 01 Flexible Connector 104305 01 104305 01 Control Shield 103295 03BR 103295 03BR Screen Assembly 107153 01 107153 01 Log Set Assembly Kit 104313 01 104313 01 Right Hinge 104313 02 104313 02 Left Hinge M10908 2 M10908 2 Hinge Screws 103734 01 103734 01 Burner Support 101006 02 101006 02 Pilot Bracket 097809 02 097809 02 Connector Male 101629 01 101629 01 Bushing 101629 02 101629 02 Bushing M12461 26 M12461 26 Gas Valve Screws 103587 02CK 103587 02CK Plate Switch 099998 01 099998 01 Switch Fan 098264 02 098264 02 Connector Male 103284 03 103284 03 Wire Harness 099387 14 Pilot Tube to Regulator 099387 13 099387 15 Pilot Tube to Control Valve PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 103877 01 103877 01 Lighting Instructions Plate 100563 01 100563 01 Warning Plate 103470 02 103470 02 Hardware Package Na verre Part not available for field replacement Por mora information visit www desatech co
26. ESA International s Technical Service Department at 1 866 672 6040 When calling DESA International have ready your name your address model and serial numbers of your fireplace how fireplace was malfunctioning e type of gas used propane LP or natural gas purchase date Usually we will ask you to return the part to the factory PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product If they can t supply original replacement part s call DESA International at 1 866 672 6040 for referral information When calling DESA International have ready model number of your fireplace the replacement part number Por information visit www desatech com 107032 01E REPLACEMENT PARTS Parts Under Warranty Parts Not Under Warranty WIRING DIAGRAM WIRING DIAGRAM Remote Ready Models Only Black Auto Off Switch On Thermopile TPTH TH Gas Control TPTH TP DESA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Thermostat Controlled Models VMH10TPB VMH10TNB EFS10TP and EFS10TN ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN THERMOSTAT CONTROLLED MODELS VMH10TPB VMH10TNB EFS10TP and EFS10TN 107032 01E PARTS LIST Thermostat Controlled Models VMH10TPB VMH10TNB EFS10TP and EFS10TN PARTS LIST THERMOSTAT CONTROLLED MODELS This list contains replaceable parts PARTNUMBERS used in your fireplace When order PART NUMBERS ing par
27. HE SALE OF THE PRODUCT THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTIES AND LIMITS THE DURATION OF ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO FOUR 4 YEARS ON ALL COMPONENTS AND FIVE 5 YEARS ON STAINLESS STEEL BURNERS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST PURCHASE AND DESA INTERNATIONAL S LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND DESA INTERNATIONAL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT INCIDEN TAL 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 www desatech com 107032 01 Rev NOT A UPC 05 02 For more information visit www For information about this warranty write
28. NFORMATION PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Continued 10 11 12 13 14 15 This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases Do not place propane LP supply tank s inside any structure Locate propane LP supply tank s outdoors If you smell gas shut off gas supply do not try to light any appliance do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions if you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department This fireplace shall not be installed in a bathroom Remote Ready Models shall not be installed in a bedroom Do not use this fireplace as a wood burning fireplace Use only the logs provided with the fireplace Do not add extra logs or ornaments such as pine cones ver miculite or rock wool Using these added items can cause soot ing Do not add lava rock around base Rock and debris could fall into the control area of fireplace This fireplace is designed to be smokeless If logs ever appear to smoke turn off fireplace and call a qualified service person Note During initial operation slight smoking could occur due to log curing and fireplace burning manufacturing residues To prevent the creation of soot follow the instructions in Clean ing and Maintenance page 28 Befo
29. ORTANT For natural gas check gas line pressure before connecting fireplace to gas line Gas line pressure must be no greater than 14 inches of water If gas line pressure is higher heater regulator damage could occur A CAUTION Never connect propane LP fireplace directly to the propane LP supply This fireplace requires an external regulator not supplied Install the external regulator between the fireplace and pro pane LP supply 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 fireplace regulator damage could occur Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 29 Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet External Regulator Propane LP Supply Tank Vent Pointing Down Figure 29 External Regulator With Vent Pointing Down DESA INSTALLATION Connecting To Gas Supply Cont Connecting Equipment shutoff Valve To Heater Control INSTALLATION Continued A CAUTION Use only new black iron or steel pipe Internally tinned copper tubing may be used in cer tain areas Check your local codes Use pipe of 1 2 or greater diameter to allow proper gas volume to fireplace If pipe is too small undue loss of volume will occur Installation mus
30. TION Continued Extension Cord Use extension cord if needed The cord must have a three prong grounding plug anda three hole receptacle Make sure cord is in good shape It must be heavy enough to carry the current needed An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage This will result in loss of power and overheating Use a No 16 AWG cord for lengths less than 50 feet ATTACHING WOOD BASE TO SOLID FLOOR For attaching base to solid floors concrete or masonry Note Floor anchors and mounting screws are in hardware package The hardware package is provided with fireplace 1 Drill holes at marked locations using 5 16 drill bit For solid floors concrete or masonry drill at least 1 deep Fold floor anchor as shown in Figure 28 3 Insert floor anchor wings first into hole Tap anchor flush to floor 4 Insert mounting screws through base and into floor anchors 5 Tighten screws until base is firmly fastened to floor Figure 28 Folding Anchor nor 107032 01E CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY WARNING Thisappliance requires a 45 male flare fitting 5 8 18 UNF Unified National Fine Thread inlet connection and the flexible gas line provided A WARNING A qualified service person must con nect fireplace to gas supply Follow all local codes WARNING Never connect natural gas fireplace to private non utility gas wells This gas is commonly known as wellhead gas IMP
31. UNVENTED VENT FREE GAS COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE INTERNATIONAL OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL For more information visit WWW Shown with Optional Cabinet Mantel Hearth Base Accessory 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 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 in structions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier Thermostat Models VMH10TPB VMH10TNB EFS10TP and EFS10TN Remote Ready Models VMH26PRA VMH26NRA EFS26PR EFS26NR FMH26PR and FMH26NR WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual for correctinstallation and operational procedures For as sistance or additional information consult a qualified installer ser vice agency or the gas supplier WARNING This is an unvente
32. arances from the top of the fireplace opening to the ceiling should not be less than 36 inches C Formantel clearances see Figure 11 on page 11 MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS Top Left and Bottom Right Sides and Rear 36 6 0 121 4 101 2 3 Example a 51 4 31 2 9 A47 7 8 7 16 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 ey 5 1 Minimum 16 inches from Side Wall INCHES Figure 7 Minimum Clearance for Combustible to Wall more infor 107032 01E rmation visit www desatech com DESA INSTALLATION Built In Fireplace Installation INSTALLATION Continued BUILT IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Built in installation of this fireplace involves installing fireplace into a framed in enclosure This makes the front of fireplace flush with wall An optional brass trim kit accessory is available see Accessories pages 38 and 39 Brass trim will extend past sides of fireplace approximately 1 2 inch This will cover the rough edges of the wall opening If installing a built in mantel above the fireplace you must follow the clearances shown in Figure 11 page 11 Follow the instructions below to install the fireplace in this manner Framing 26 7 8 26 7 8 10 1 2 3 4 Height Front Width Depth Bottom 1 Frame in rough opening Use dimensions shown in Figure 8 for the rough opening If installing in a co
33. arrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for four 4 years and five 5 years on stainless steel burners from the date of first purchase provided that the product has been properly installed operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser This warranty covers the cost of part s required to restore this fireplace 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 fireplace 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 fireplace will be the responsibility of the owner TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THE LAW OF THE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS T
34. at must be allowed to stabilize at room temperature for a minimum of 30 minutes for proper operation 10 Set switch on fireplace to Auto position 11 Setthe temperature adjustment to the desired setting This ther mostat has been electronically calibrated at the factory No ad justment or leveling is necessary Feed wires through rectangular slots C pes k 2 Figure 42 Back View of Thermostat Base p Terminal W o o W Terminal R Ron ae m Figure 43 Thermostat Base Terminals W and R OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH GWMS2 Remote Ready Models Only WARNING Read and follow installation instruc tions Installation should be done by a qualified installer familiar with low voltage wiring procedures For more information visit www A WARNING Do not connect this switch to any electrical source Electrical shock and or fire hazard will occur 1 Connect one terminal of 25 ft wire to bottom contact of switch see Figure 41 page 21 2 Connect remaining wire terminal to the TH terminal on the control valve Make sure that wire terminals are in the posi tions on your unit as pictured in Figure 41 page 21 If wires are not crossed the thermostat will not work 3 Route the 25 ft wire to a convenient location to mount your wall switch no outside walls A WARNING Do not connect
35. ating over 10 000 cannot be used ina bedroom A CAUTION This fireplace creates warm air cur rents These currents move heat to wall surfaces next to fireplace Installing fireplace next to vinyl or cloth wall coverings or operating fireplace where impurities such as but not limited to tobacco smoke aromatic candles cleaning fluids oil or kerosene lamps etc in the air exist may discolor walls or cause odors IMPORTANT Vent free fireplaces add moisture to the air Although this is beneficial installing fireplace in rooms without enough ventila tion air may cause mildew to form from too much moisture See Air for Combustion and Ventilation pages 6 through 8 Note Your fireplace is designed to be used in zero clearance installations Wall or framing material can be placed directly against any exterior surface on the rear sides or top of your fireplace except where standoff spacers are integrally attached If standoff spacers are attached to your fireplace these spacers can be placed directly against wall or framing materials Note When installing fireplace directly on carpeting tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring the fireplace shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the fireplace esatechy com 107032 01E INSTALLATION Check Gas Type Installation Items Fireplace Clearances INSTALLATION Continued Use the dimensions shown for
36. ating 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 5 You can also remove door into adjoining room see option 3 Figure 5 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 Grills Into Adjoining Room Ventilation Option 2 Grills Or into Adjoining Remove Room Door into Option 1 Adjoining Room Option 3 Figure 5 Ventilation Air from Inside Building DESA AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION INSTALLATION Ventilation Air Cont 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 I NFPA 54 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventilation grills or ducts IMPORTANT Do not provide openings for inlet or outlet air into attic if attic has a thermostat controlled power vent
37. d gas fired heater It uses 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 6 of this manual This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by local codes This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases Aftermarket Completion of sale not for purpose of resale from the manufacturer save this manual for future reference ODESA TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION eee eee eee een 2 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION eee eee een 3 OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES 4 EOGAL CODES ies Hin bk se tee 4 PRODUCT FEATURES eee eee een 4 UNPACKING e aee 4 ASSEMBLY Ane Sd 5 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION 6 INSTALLATIONS iiie e eet Ced 8 OPERATING FIREPLACE eee eee 23 INSPECTING BURNERS eee eee 27 SAFETY INFORMATION A WARNINGS IMPORTANT Read this owner s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble operate or ser vice this fireplace Improper use of this fireplace can cause serious injury or death from burns fire explo sion electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning A DANGER Carbon mon
38. e The thermostat sensing bulb measures the air near the fireplace cabinet This may not always agree with room tem perature depending on housing construction installation loca tion room size open air temperatures etc Frequent use of your fireplace will let you determine your own comfort levels MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE INN 1 Followsteps 1 through 5 under Lighting Instructions page 23 2 With control knob pressed in strike match Hold match to pilot until pilot lights 3 Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob Now follow step 8 under Lighting Instructions page 23 OPERATING BLOWER This blower has three settings ON OFF and AUTO In the ON position the blower will operate constantly In the OFF posi tion the blower will not operate In the AUTO position the blower will start when the thermostat senses a sufficient in crease in firebox temperature Note Your fireplace and thermostat blower will not turn on and off at the same time The fireplace may run for several minutes before the blower turns on After the heater modulates to the pilot position the blower will continue to run The blower will shut off after the firebox temperature decreases Note It is safe to operate fireplace with blower turned off However the blower helps distribute heated air from the fireplace AUTO OFF ON Switch Figure 48 AUTO OFF ON Blower
39. ective packaging applied to fireplace for shipment LOCAL CODES 4 Make sure your fireplace includes one hardware packet Install and use fireplace with care Follow all local codes In the 5 EE is E er dam absence of local codes use the latest edition of The National Fuel ged 5 P Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 A vailable from Hood THIS ACK Enclosed FIREPLACE HOOD UNWRAP American National Standards Institute Inc Decal h Spy 1430 Broadway PROTECTIVE PACKAGING New York NY 10018 DS BSS Cardboard National Fire Protection Association Inc Protective Batterymarch Park M Fireplace End Quincy MA 02269 i Wrap lt PRODUCT FEATURES 2 N Q SAFETY PILOT z This fireplace has a pilot with an Oxygen Depletion Sensing ODS M safety shutoff system The ODS pilotis a required feature for vent free room fireplaces The ODS pilot shuts off the fireplace if there is not D DU enough fresh air pu PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEM Hood This fireplace has a piezo ignitor This system requires no matches N batteries or other sources to light fireplace THERMOSTATIC HEAT CONTROL FOR Figure 2 Removing Fireplace Hood THERMOSTAT CONTROLLED MODELS Thermostat Controlled models have a thermostat sensing bulb and acontrol valve The thermostat will automatically modulate the heat output to maintain a consistent room temperature Thi
40. ent Shutoff Valve Gas Meter Figure 35 Checking Gas Joints Natural Gas Only For more information visit www OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES Remote Ready Models Only GHRC Series amp GHRCTA Series Installing Receiver 1 Remove screws 2 Disconnect switch wires from the control valve 3 Remove switch plate see Figure 36 Discard switch plate after removing Save the screws 4 Locate the battery clip mounted on the back of the receiver see Figure 37 Slide 9 volt battery not included through the clip Attach the terminal wires to the battery see Figure 37 Connect wires as shown in Figure 38 page 21 PD DON Install remote receiver unit onto fireplace base using the two screws removed in step one see Figure 38 page 21 Va Switch Plate Red Wire Black Wire Figure 36 Switch Plate and Wiring Harness Receiver Terminal Wires Battery Clip 9 Volt Battery Figure 37 Attaching Battery to Receiver esatech com 107032 01E INSTALLATION Optional Wireless Hand Held Remote Control Accessories Remote Ready Models Only Cont Optional Wall Mounted Thermostat GWMT1 Remote Ready Models Only INSTALLATION Continued g Remote Receiver Red Wire Black Wire Wire Harness Wires from Valve Black Wire Figure 38 In
41. ews Adjusting Plate Top Brass Trim Mitered Edge Shim Figure 14 Assembling Brass Trim For more information visit WWW C INSTALLING OPTIONAL BLOWER ACCESSORY GA3450T IN REMOTE READY MODELS Removing Upper Louver Assembly and Branch Support To install the blower accessory you must first remove the upper louver assembly 1 Lift screen off fireplace and remove log set if installed 2 Remove 2 screws from each side of branch support and pull branch support out see Figure 15 3 Remove 4 brass plated screws from upper louver assembly see Figure 15 Save these screws 4 Pull upper louver assembly straight out from the cabinet Be care ful not to scratch the paint Set louver assembly and screws aside 5 Open lower louver door by swinging door down see Figure 16 page 13 Blower Bracket Mounting Holes Upper Louver p Assembly Branch Support Figure 15 Removing Upper Louver Assembly and Branch Support Installing Blower Accessory A CAUTION Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation A CAUTION Verify proper operation after servicing Note If you are using a mantel with your fireplace use the following instructions If your fireplace is built in see For Built In Installation on pages 13 and 14 1 Install snap bushings found in hardware kit into both holes in rear of valve cover
42. few hours of and log curing operation 2 Not enough air 2 Check burner for dirt and debris If found clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 28 3 Gas regulator defective 3 Replace gas regulator Fireplace produces a whistling noise when 1 Turning control knob to HI position 1 Turn control knob to LO position and burner is lit when burner is cold let warm up for a minute 2 Air in gas line 2 Operate burner until air is removed from line Have gas line checked by local natural gas company 3 Air passageways on fireplace blocked 3 Observe minimum installation clear ances see pages 9 through 11 4 Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice 4 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 28 or replace burner orifice White powderresidueforming withinburner 1 When heated vapors from furniture pol 1 Turn fireplace off when using furniture box or on adjacent walls or furniture ish wax carpet cleaners etc may turn polish wax carpet cleaners or similar into white powder residue products Moisture condensation noticed on windows 1 Not enough combustion ventilation air 1 Refer to Air for Combustion and Venti lation requirements page 6 107032 01E TROUBLESHOOTING Continued TROUBLESHOOTING building WARNING If you smell gas Shut off gas supply Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your Immediately call your gas supplier from a
43. floor If you smell gas STOP Fol low B in the safety information above If you don t smell gas go to the next step For more infor 107032 01E For Your Safety Read Before Lighting Lighting Instructions Turn control knob counterclockwise 4 the PI LOT position Press in control knob for five 5 seconds see Figure 45 Note You may be running this fireplace 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 If control knob does not pop out when released contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs 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 refer to Troubleshooting pages 29 through 31 Also contact a qualified service per son or gas supplier for repairs Until repairs are made light pilot with match To light pilot with match see Manual Lighting Procedure on page 25 Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob Note If pilot goes out repeat steps 3 through 7 This fire place has a safety interlock system Wait one 1 minute for system to reset before lighting pilot again Turn control knob counterclockwise
44. has three settings ON OFF and AUTO In the ON position the blower will operate constantly In the OFF posi tion the blower will not operate In the AUTO position the blower will start when the thermostat senses a sufficient in crease in firebox temperature Note Your fireplace and thermostat blower will not turn on and off at the same time The fireplace may run for several minutes before the blower turns on After the heater modulates to the pilot position the blower will continue to run The blower will shut off after the firebox temperature decreases Note It is safe to operate fireplace with blower turned off However the blower helps distribute heated air from the fireplace AUTO OFF ON Switch Figure 54 AUTO OFF ON Blower Switch INSPECTING BURNERS Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 55 shows a correct pilot flame pattern Figure 56 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern The incorrect pilot flame is not touching the thermocouple This will cause the thermocouple to cool When the thermocouple cools the fireplace will shut down For more infor 107032 01E rmation visit www desatech com If pilot flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 56 turn fireplace off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 24 for Ther mostat Controlled Models or page 25 for Remote Ready Models see Troubleshooting pages 29 through 31 Note The pilot flame on natura
45. he valve cover shield off of the shoulder screw see Figure 22 Note If you do not have a short Phillips screwdriver the screen logset and branch support must be removed so a longer screwdriver may be used See Removing Upper Louver As sembly and Branch Support page 12 Branch Support Shoulder Screw Remove Valve Cover Screw Shield gt a Snap Bushings Bottom Louver Assembly Figure 22 Removing Valve Cover Shield Installing Blower Assembly A CAUTION Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation A CAUTION Verify proper operation after servicing Note If you are using a mantel with your fireplace use the following instructions If your fireplace is built in see For Built In Installation on page 16 1 Install snap bushings found in hardware kit into both holes in rear of valve cover shield 2 Make sure the wire harness is firmly connected to the terminals on the blower bracket assembly For more inf 107032 01E ormation visit www desatech com 3 Note the wire locations on back of AUTO OFF ON switch The terminals on back of switch are numbered 1 2 and 3 Carefully remove red wire from terminal 3 and blue wire from terminal 1 Black wire can remain on middle terminal 2 see Figure 23 4 Carefully disconnect green and white wires at their insulated connectors see Figure 24
46. income Under 15 000 15 000 to 19 999 O 20 000 to 34 999 O 35 000 to 49 999 50 000 to 74 999 O 75 000 to 99 999 100 000 and Over 15 Store where product was purchased Name City State 16 In choosing this product how important were the following Not Important Somewhat Important Very Important Availability Price Brand Name Overall Quality Heat Output Made in USA Warranty Local Service Value for Price Prior Brand Experience Controls Location Thermostat Remote or Manual Operation Ease of Operation Special Features Salesperson s Recommendation Friend Relative s Recommendation Portability Quiet Operation Postage Required DESA INTERNATIONAL 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 NOTES NOTES ODESA Por more information visit www desatech com 107032 01E 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 COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE DESA International w
47. ing Family Room Office Warehouse Utility Shed Outbuilding Garage Bedroom Bathroom Other If you bought this product yourself did you plan to purchase this type of product before going into the store Yes O No Who selected the product Male Female Both 4 What is the population of your area Under 10 000 10 000 to 25 000 25 000 to 50 000 O 50 000 to 100 000 100 000 to 250 000 Over 250 000 5 What is your primary source of heat Propane LP Gas Fuel Wood Natural Gas Electric Other 6 How was the product installed Professional Installer Self Other 7 Cost of product excluding sales tax 8 Cost to install product 9 Type of store where product was purchased Hardware Propane Dealer Natural Gas Utility Co Home Center Builder s Supply O Fireplace or Hearth Shop Farm Store Other 10 What motivated you to buy this product Sudden Cold Weather Replace Older Model D I Y Home Project O Emergency Back Up Heat Heater was on Sale Energy Savings High Efficiency Construction Project Other 11 How did you learn about this product brand O Advertising O Relative or Friend Store Display 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 20 29 O30 39 O40 49 O50 59 60 or Over 14 Buyer s total annual household
48. installing or servicing Correct all leaks at once Figure 32 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 A CAUTION Avoid damage to regulator Hold gas regulator with wrench when connecting it to gas piping and or fittings Thermostat Controlled Mod els Only A CAUTION Make sure external regulator has been installed between propane LP supply and fireplace See guidelines under Connecting to Gas Supply pages 17 and 18 A CAUTION Avoid damage to gas control Hold gas control with wrench when connecting it to gas piping and or fittings Remote Ready Models Only 4 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Con nections Pressure Testing gas Supply Piping system Test Pressures In Excess Of 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Disconnect appliance with its appliance main gas valve control valve and equipment shutoff valve from gas supply piping sys tem Pressures in excess of 1 2 psig will damage heater regulator 5 Replace branch support back into fireplace Feed flexible gas line into fireplace base area while replacing branch support Make sure the entire flexible gas line is in fireplace base area Reat tach branch support to fireplace with screws removed in step 1 Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve To Gas Regulator Thermostat
49. l gas units will have a slight curve but flame should be blue and have no yellow or orange color Pilot Burner Pilot Burner o o a Thermocouple Figure 56 Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern Propane LP Remote Ready Shown Thermocouple Figure 55 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Propane LP Remote Ready Shown BURNER FLAME PATTERN Figure 57 shows a correct burner flame pattern Figure 58 shows an incorrect burner flame pattern The incorrect burner flame pattern shows sporadic irregular flame tipping The flame should not be dark or have an orange reddish tinge Note When using the fireplace the first time the flame will be orange for approximately one hour until the log cures If burner flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 58 turn fireplace off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 24 for Ther mostat Controlled Models or page 25 for Remote Ready Models see Troubleshooting pages 29 through 31 26 000 Btu Hr Units 10 000 Btu Hr Units Sr TTE apes Figure 57 Correct Burner Flame Pattern 10 000 Btu Hr Units 26 000 Btu Hr Units Z ESR Figure 58 Incorrect Burner Flame Pattern DESA CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Burner Injector Holder and Pilot Air Inlet Hole Log Set Cabinet CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE A WARNING Turn off fireplace and let cool before cleaning A CAUTION You must keep control areas
50. lace to be operated in a manually or thermostatically controlled mode You can turn the fireplace on and off without ever leaving the comfort of your easy chair por mors inf 107032 01E mation visit www desatech com RECEIVER AND HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROL KIT GHRC For all Remote Ready Models Allows the fireplace to be turned on and off by using a hand held remote control INFORMATION VIDEO 108917 01 For all models A care and maintenance video is available by calling 1 866 672 6040 DESA NOTES NOTES For more information visit V aesarecn com 107032 01E 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 17 0 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 International 1 Where will the product be used O Liv
51. le 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 these three criteria you must provide additional fresh air See Ventilation Air From Outdoors page 8 If your home does not meet all of the three criteria above proceed to Determining Fresh Air Flow For Fireplace Location below 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 between them DETERMINING FRESH AIR FLOW FOR FIREPLACE 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 fireplace plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventila
52. ll not work 3 Route the 25 ft wire to a convenient location to mount your thermostat no outside wall IMPORTANT The wire may be shortened but must not be lengthened The thermostat should be mounted 54 above the floor in a loca tion where there is good air circulation Avoid heat sources such as lamps direct sunlight fireplace or heat and air conditioning ducts 4 Gently remove the cover of the thermostat from the base Grasp the sides of the cover firmly and pull to separate from the base 5 Feed the electrical wires through the rectangular slots on each side of the base see Figure 42 page 22 A WARNING Do not connect the thermostat to a power source Electrical shock and or a fire hazard will occur Switch on Gas Fireplace Control Thermostat or Switch To Wall Thermostat or Switch terminal of 25 ft wire Figure 41 Connecting Wire Terminals DESA INSTALLATION Optional Wall Mounted Thermostat GWMT1 Remote Ready Models Only Cont Optional Wall Switch GWMS2 Remote Ready Models Only Installing Log Set and Screen INSTALLATION Continued 6 Connect one bare wire end to each terminal W and R of the thermostat base see Figure 43 7 Install the base onto the wall with the provided screws 8 Move the temperature adjustment back and forth to insure the bimetal is free from restrictions 9 Replace the cover onto the base Upon installation the ther most
53. lly set fireplace in front of rough opening with back of fireplace inside wall opening 6 Attach flexible gas line to fireplace gas regulator See Con necting Fireplace to Gas Supply page 18 7 Bend four nailing flanges on outer casing with pliers see Figure 10 8 Attach fireplace to wall studs using nails or wood screws through holes in nailing flange 9 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Con nections page 19 10 If using optional brass trim kit install the trim after final fin ishing and or painting of wall See instructions included with brass trim accessory for attaching brass trim IMPORTANT When finishing your firebox combustible materials such as wall board gypsum board sheet rock drywall plywood etc may be butted up next to the sides and top edge of the firebox Combustible materials should never overlap the firebox front facing Wall Studs Nails or 4 Wood Screws A Nailing Flanges Figure 10 Attaching Fireplace to Wall Studs 33 482 62 115 com 107032 01E INSTALLATION Built In Fireplace Installation Cont Optional Mantel Installation INSTALLATION Continued A WARNING Do not allow any combustible materi als to overlap the firebox front facing IMPORTANT Noncombustible materials such as brick tile etc may overlap the front facing but should never cover any necessary openings like louvered slots A WARNING
54. m DESA 107032 01E ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES Notice All accessories may not be available for all fireplace models Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer If they can not supply these accessories call DESA International at 1 866 672 6040 for referral information You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE GA5010 For all models Equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap Fits 1 2 NPT pipe BRASS TRIM KIT GA6095 For all models Optional four sided brass trim kit for recessed built in installations when unit is raised off of the floor Pro vides a finished appearance by covering rough edges of wall opening BRASS TRIM KIT GA6094 Not Shown For all models Optional three sided brass trim kit for custom and recessed installations when unit is on the floor Provides a finished appearance by covering rough edges of wall opening Included with all mantels THERMOSTAT CONTROLLED BLOWER KIT GA3450T For all models Provides better heat distribution Makes fireplace more efficient Automatically turns off and on as needed For more information visit www CABINET MANTEL WITH BUILT IN HEARTH BASE AND ROUNDED LEG STYLING GMC61U Series Unfinished GMC60F Series Oak Finished Appearance May Differ by Model For all models A mantel and hearth base offers compact styling and
55. n more 7 Thermocouple damaged 7 Replace pilot assembly 8 Control valve damaged 8 Replace control valve Por norda information visit www desatech com 107032 01E DESA TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Burner does not light after ODS pilot is lit 1 Inlet gas pressure is too low 1 Contact local natural or propane LP gas company 2 Burner orifice is clogged 2 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 28 or replace burner orifice 3 Thermopile leads disconnected or im 3 Reconnect leads see Wiring Diagram properly connected Remote Ready page 33 Models Only 4 Burners will not come oninremote po 4 Replace battery in transmitter and receiver sition Remote Ready Models Only Delayed ignition of burner 1 Manifold pressure is too low 1 Contact local natural or propane LP gas company 2 Burner orifice is clogged 2 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 28 or replace burner orifice Burner backfiring during combustion 1 Burner orifice is clogged or damaged 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and Main tenance page 28 or replace burner orifice 2 Damaged burner 2 Replace damaged burner 3 Gas regulator defective 3 Replace gas regulator 4 Inlet gas pressure is too low 4 Contact local natural or propane LP gas company Slight smoke or odor during initial operation 1 Residues from manufacturing processes 1 Problem will stop after a
56. n or chipped dime sized or larger CABINET Air Passageways Use a vacuum cleaner or pressurized air to clean Exterior Usea soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water mixture 33 452 6 115 6 9 11 107032 01E 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 TROUBLESHOOTING AX WARNING Turn off and un plug fireplace and let cool before servicing Only a qualified ser vice person should service and repair fireplace A CAUTION Never use a wire needle or similar object to clean ODS pilot This can damage ODS pilot unit OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed there is 1 Ignitor electrode not connected to igni 1 Reconnect ignitor cable spark at ODS pilot tor cable 2 Ignitor cable pinched or wet 2 Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry 3 Broken ignitor cable 3 Replace ignitor cable 4 Bad piezo ignitor 4 Replace piezo ignitor 5 Ignitor electrode positioned wrong 5 Replace pilot assembly 6 Ignitor electrode broken 6 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 shutoff valve 2 Control knob
57. n the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electric switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire 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 E LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING You must operate this fireplace with the screen in place Make sure fireplace screen is installed before running fireplace NOTICE During initial operation of new fireplace burning logs will give off a paper burning smell Open window to vent smell Operate fireplace on HI position to burn off odor This will only last a few hours Poe br STOP Read the safety information above Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open 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
58. nd 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 GWMTI For wall switch operation fol low instructions supplied with GWMS2 NOTICE You mustlight the pilot before using the remote control unit See Lighting Instructions on page 25 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 selec tor switch to the REMOTE position Note The burner may light if hand held remote ON button 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 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 burners on and off When turning burners off the pilot will remain lit Selector Switch in Remote Position Optional Remote Control Control Knob REMOTE ON Flame Adjustment Knob Figure 52 Setting the Selector switch Contr
59. not in PILOT position 2 Turn control knob to PILOT position 3 Control knob not pressed in while in 3 Press in control knob while in PILOT PILOT position position 4 Airin gas lines when installed 4 Continue holding down control knob Repeat igniting operation until air is removed 5 Depleted gas supply propane LP only 5 Contact local propane LP gas company 6 ODS pilot is clogged 6 Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 28 or replace ODS pilot assembly 7 Gas regulator setting is not correct 7 Replace gas regulator ODS pilot lights but flame goes out when 1 Control knob not fully pressed in Press in control knob fully control knob is released 2 Control knob not pressed in long enough 2 After ODS pilot lights keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds 3 Safety interlock system has been 3 Waitone minute for safety interlock sys triggered tem to reset Repeat ignition operation 4 Equipment shutoff valve not fully open 4 Fully open equipment shutoff valve 5 Pilot flame not touching thermocouple 5 A Contact local natural or propane LP which allows thermocouple to cool gas company causing pilot flame to go out This prob lem could be caused by one or both of B Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and the following Maintenance page 28 or replace ODS A Low gas pressure pilot assembly B Dirty or partially clogged ODS pilot 6 Thermocouple connection loose at con 6 Hand tighten until snug then tighten trol valve 1 4 tur
60. ol Knob and Flame Adjustment Knob for Remote Operation For more information visit www GHRCTA Series Operation 2b Press the AUTO ON OFF button on the hand held remote control see Figure 53 The lights to the left of the button will show AUTO ON or OFF In the ON mode the burners will ignite The fireplace is in manual mode when ON is lit 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 ar row of the TEMP button At higher settings the fireplace will run longer IMPORTANT This remote control has been specially engi neered to take an air temperature sample every 5 5 minutes in the auto mode It will not respond immediately to the tem perature setting being turned up or down IMPORTANT The hand held remote control unit must be near the fireplace Do not keep the hand held remote con trol unit too close to the fireplace The thermostat on the hand held remote control unit will heat up too quickly and turn the fireplace off 3 turn the burner off press the AUTO ON OFF button un til 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 Increases Room Shows Temperature in Temperature AUTO Mode Setting zz Decreases The Log
61. om the hard ware packet 5 Rotate hood as shown in Figure 4 Make sure hood tabs point toward fireplace 6 Insert hood tabs between baffle and louvers see Figure 4 7 Gently rotate hood to upright position Make sure hood tabs are behind louvers and hood is resting on firebox top see Figure 4 8 Align screw holes on hood with screw holes on firebox top 9 Insert screws as shown in Figure 4 Tighten screws firmly Hood Tabs Hood Tab Baffle Firebox Top Sheet Metal Screws Figure 4 Assembling Hood DESA AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Providing Adequate Ventilation Determining Fresh Air Flow for Fireplace Location AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION WARNING This fireplace shall not be installed in a confined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate com bustion and ventilation air Read the following in structions 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 mate rials 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
62. ower cord out of the cabinet by inserting it through the bushing on the outer casing see Figure 23 page 15 Plug fan kit into 120 Volt grounded power supply and test operation Note When switch is in the AUTO position the fan will start after the fireplace has run for a few moments The fan will continue to run for several moments after the fire place has been turned off When switch is in the ON position the fan will run until turned to OFF Reinstall upper louver assembly and hood if previously removed see Figure 21 page 14 Close lower louver door Valve Cover Shield Figure 25 Installing Switch Plate to Valve Cover Shield For Built In Installation A WARNING A licensed electrician must connect the wiring harness to electrical supply following all local codes Electrician must provide aclamp on the box cover to secure the wiring Wiring should be routed through the bushing in the hole on the outer casing of heater Follow instructions Removing Valve Cover Shield page 15 then 1 Install a snap bushing found in hardware kit into one of the holes on rear of valve cover shield The other hole is for a strain relief clamp not supplied to secure incoming electrical supply Follow steps 2 through 6 in Installing Blower Assembly page 15 Also remove black wire from middle switch terminal 2 Remove black plastic strain relief and power cord from switch plate The power cord supplied will not be used in
63. oxide poisoning may lead to death Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu with headaches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs the fireplace may not be working properly Get fresh air at once Have fireplace serviced Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide than others These include pregnant women people with heart or lung disease or anemia those under the influence of alcohol and those at high altitudes Natural and Propane LP Gas Natural and propane LP gases are odorless An odor making agent is added to the gas The odor helps you detect a gas leak However the odor added to the gas can fade Gas may be present even though no odor exists Make certain you read and understand all warnings Keep this manual for reference It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this fireplace CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE eee 28 TROUBLESHOOTING eee eee eee een 29 SPEGIFIGATIONS seca tee ie 32 SERVICE HINTS e e nus 32 TECHNICAL SERVICE eee eee een 32 REPLACEMENT PARTS sese 33 WIRING DIAGRAM ee eee eee eee nenene 33 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LIST 34 ACCESSORIES x de t e Ae ed 38 OWNER S REGISTRATION FORM 41 WARRANTY INFORMATION Back Cover A WARNING Do not allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame
64. pacity Provide adequate clearances around air openings PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Fireplace Cabinet IRE e ROR MEET ENS ee V KRONOR 00000509 RSE a PRICK RKL A RRR mee Screen Log Control Knob Ignitor Button Fireplace Cabinet reen m Sc E M ee te Me k DL PO LOLS Logs Remote Control Optional Control Knob Selector Switch Optional Ignitor Button Figure 1 Vent Free Compact Classic Hearth Fireplace Por mors lm 107032 01E ormation visit www desatech com DESA OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES LOCAL CODES PRODUCT FEATURES UNPACKING OPTIONAL REMOTE UNPACKING CONTROL ACCESSORIES For Remote Ready Models Only There are four optional remote controls that can be purchased separately for Remote Ready Models only wall switch hand held ON OFF remote 2t wall thermostat hand held thermostat remote See Accessories pages 38 and 39 3 Remove log box and fireplace from carton IMPORTANT The fireplace hood is inside the cardboard protective end wrap on the left side of fireplace as viewed from front A decal is on the outside of the cardboard end wrap stating hood is enclosed see Figure 2 Remove hood from cardboard protective end wrap as shown in Figure 2 Remove all prot
65. patterns Ceiling fans can create drafts that alter burner flame patterns Altered burner patterns can cause sooting Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the appliance Never place any objects on the heater Fireplace front and screen become very hot when running heater Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing ignition Fireplace will remain hot for a time after shutdown Allow surfaces to cool before touching Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room with fireplace When using the hand held remote accessory Remote Ready Models Only keep selector switch in the OFF position to prevent chil dren from turning on burners with remote A WARNING Any change to this fireplace or its controls can be dangerous A WARNING Do not use a blower insert heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with this fireplace For more information visit ADAMS You must operate this fireplace with the fireplace screen in place Make sure fireplace screen is closed before running fireplace Keep the appliance area clear and free from combus tible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids 5 107032 01E SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY I
66. place into the wall If your fireplace is to be used with an optional mantel the installation instructions included with your mantel shows an CSA approved method of attaching the fireplace mantel system to a wall IMPORTANT Only use optional cabinet or corner mantels specified in this manual Purchase the optional mantel from your dealer see Accessories pages 38 and 39 If your fireplace is to be recessed into the wall see Built In Fireplace Installation on page 10 to secure your fireplace into the wall A CAUTION If you install the fireplace in a home garage fireplace pilot and burner must be at least 18 inches above floor locate fireplace where moving vehicle will not hit it For convenience and efficiency install fireplace where there is easy access for operation inspection and service incoldest part of room An optional blower kit is available from your dealer See Accesso ries pages 38 and 39 If planning to use blower follow instructions provided with blower for power source 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 7 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 7 B Cle
67. port Btu Hr actual amount of Btu Hr used Example 35 840 Btu Hr maximum the space can support 40 000 Btu Hr actual amount of Btu Hr used The space in the above example is a confined space because the actual Btu Hr used is more than the maximum Btu Hr the space can support You must provide additional fresh air Your options are as follows A Rework worksheet adding the space of an adjoining room If the extra space provides an unconfined space remove door to adjoining room or add ventilation grills between rooms See Ventilation Air From Inside Building B Vent room directly to the outdoors See Ventilation Air From Out doors page 8 C Install a lower Btu Hr fireplace 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 spaceis anunconfined space You will need no additional fresh air ventilation A WARNING If the area in which the fireplace 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 Por norda information visit www desatech com 107032 01E VENTILATION AIR Ventilation Air From Inside Building This fresh air would come from an adjoining unconfined space When ventil
68. r is not likely to freeze A sediment trap traps moisture and contaminants This keeps them from going into fireplace controls If sediment trap is not installed or is installed wrong fireplace may not run properly CONNECTING EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE TO HEATER CONTROL Installation Items Needed Phillips screwdriver sealant resistant to propane LP gas not provided 1 Remove screws that attach branch support to fireplace see Figure 31 Carefully lift up branch support and remove from fireplace see Figure 31 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 31 The flexible gas supply line connection to the equipment shutoff valve should be accessible Branch Support Flexible Gas Line Figure 31 Removing Branch Support From Fireplace Thermostat Controlled Model Shown esatech com 107032 01E INSTALLATION Connecting Equipment shutoff Valve To Heater Control Cont INSTALLATION Continued 2 Route flexible gas line included from fireplace control to equipment shutoff valve through side or rear access holes in outer casing Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads of gas connec tor attached to flexible gas line equipment shutoff valve see Checking Gas Connections CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS A WARNING Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after
69. re using furniture polish wax carpet cleaner or similar products turn fireplace off If heated the vapors from these products may create a white powder residue within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture This fireplace needs fresh air ventilation to run properly This fireplace has an Oxygen Depletion Sensing ODS safety shutoff system The ODS shuts down the fireplace if not enough fresh air is available See Air for Combustion and Ventilation pages 6 through 8 If fireplace keeps shutting off see Troubleshooting pages 29 through 31 Do not run fireplace where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored under dusty conditions Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn paper or other objects Never place any objects in the fireplace or on logs Do not use fireplace if any part has been under water Immedi ately call a qualified service technician to inspect the room fireplace and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water Turn off and unplug fireplace and let cool before servicing Only a qualified service person should service and repair fireplace 16 17 18 19 Operating fireplace above elevations of 4 500 feet could cause pilot outage Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken Do not operate fireplace if a log is chipped dime sized or larger To prevent performance problems do not use propane LP fuel tank of less than 100 165 ca
70. rner use dimensions shown in Figure 9 for the rough opening The height is 26 s which is the same as the wall opening above 2 If installing GA3450T blower accessory do so at this time Follow instructions included with blower accessory Note If not installing blower accessory you may wish to run electrical wiring to your fireplace for future blower installa tion see Accessories pages 38 and 39 Use only approved three wire electrical wiring 2678 3 4 U 11 The Floor lt 267s X Minimum Figure 8 Rough Opening for Installing in Wall Figure 9 Rough Opening for Installing in Corner For more information Visit WWW i A WARNING If pre wiring do not connect wiring to any electrical source at this time Install fireplace electrical outlet and connect wiring to outlet before connecting to electrical source The fireplace electrical outletis included with the GA3450T blower accessory Only use the fireplace electrical outlet supplied with the GA3450T blower accessory Note A qualified installer should make all electrical connections 3 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 If you have not assembled firebox follow instructions on page 5 5 Carefu
71. rough openings to create the easiest installation see Built In Fireplace Installation page 10 CHECK GAS TYPE Use the correct gas type natural or propane LP for your unit If your gas supply is not correct do not install fireplace Call dealer where you bought fireplace for proper type fireplace INSTALLATION ITEMS Before installing fireplace make sure you have the items listed below external regulator supplied by installer for propane LP units only piping check local codes sealant resistant to propane LP gas equipment shutoff valve test gauge connection ground joint union sediment trap tee joint pipe wrench A CSA design certified equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection Purchase the optional CSA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories pages 38 and 39 Note If desired purchase a four sided brass trim kit for built in installations See Accessories pages 38 and 39 FIREPLACE CLEARANCES AX WARNING Maintain the minimum clearances shown in Figure 7 If you can provide greater clear ances from floor ceiling and joining wall NOTICE If you install the fireplace in a bedroom Thermostat Controlled Models only some building codes require that the fireplace mantel system be secured to or within a wall You can position fire place in an optional cabinetor corner mantel You can also recess fire
72. s results in greater fireplace comfort This can also result in lower gas bills For more information visit www 33 452 6 115 6 9 11 107032 01E ASSEMBLY Assembling Fireplace ASSEMBLY A WARNING Always have branch support and screen in place before operating fireplace This pre vents excessive temperatures on fireplace surfaces A WARNING Failure to position the parts in accor dance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this fireplace may result in property damage or personal injury ASSEMBLING FIREPLACE Tools Required Phillips screwdriver 5 16 hex wrench slotted screwdriver scissors 1 Remove two screws that hold fireplace screen in place for ship ping These screws are located near top of screen Discard screws Lift fireplace screen up and pull out to remove Set screen aside until installation has been completed Cut two plastic straps to remove the log from the firebox cavity 3 Anoptional bloweris available See Accessories pages 38 and 39 Install optional blower now Follow installation instruc tions provided with blower See page 12 for Remote Ready Models or page 14 for Thermostat Controlled Models Shoulder Screw Screen Burner Support With SS Log Locator Tabs Figure 3 Removing Screen POr information visit www desatech com 107032 01E 4 Locate four black phillips sheet metal screws fr
73. stalling Remote Receiver Wire harness provided in the fireplace hardware pack Installing 9 Volt Battery in Hand Held Remote Control Unit 1 Remove battery cover on back of remote control unit 2 Attach terminal wires to the battery not included Place bat tery into the battery housing 3 Replace battery cover onto remote control unit Battery Cover Terminal R f Wires lt Control Unit 9 Volt Battery gt Battery Housing Figure 39 Installing Battery in Hand Held Remote Control Unit GHRC Series Terminal Wires 9 Volt Battery joe Control Unit Battery Cover Battery Housing Figure 40 Installing Battery in Hand Held Remote Control Unit GHRCTA Series For more infor 107032 01E mation visit www desatech com OPTIONAL WALL MOUNTED THERMOSTAT GWMT1 Remote Ready Models Only A WARNING Read and follow installation instruc tions Installation should be done by a gualified installer familiar with low voltage wiring procedures A WARNING Do not connect this thermostat to any electrical source Electrical shock and or fire hazard will occur 1 Connect one terminal of 25 ft wire to bottom contact of switch see Figure 41 2 Connect remaining wire terminal to the TH terminal on the control valve Make sure that wire terminals are in the posi tions on your unit as pictured in Figure 41 If wires are not crossed the thermostat wi
74. t include an equipment shutoff valve union and plugged 1 8 NPT tap Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up NPT tap must be upstream from heater see Figures 30 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 A WARNING Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant to liquid petroleum LP gas Approved Flexible f CSA Design Certified Gas Line 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 ws Pressure Pipe Nipple Cap Tee Joint 3 7 Minimum Sediment Trap Figure 30 Gas Connection Purchase the optional CSA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories pages 38 and 39 For more information visit www We recommend that you install a sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 30 Locate sediment trap where itis within reach for cleaning Install in piping system between fuel supply and heater Locate sediment trap where trapped matte
75. ter to equipment shutoff valve for natural gas or propane LP supply to equipment shutoff valve for propane LP see Figures 34 or 35 Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak 4 Correct all leaks at once Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections 1 Open equipment shutoff valve see Figure 33 page 19 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 is in the OFF position Check all joints from equipment shutoff valve to gas regulator Thermostat Controlled Models or to gas control valve Remote Ready Models see Figures 34 or 35 Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak 5 Correct all leaks at once 6 Light fireplace see Operating Fireplace pages 23 through 27 Check all other internal joints for leaks 7 Turn off fireplace see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 24 for Thermostat Controlled Models or page 25 for Remote Ready Models Gas Regulator or M Gas Control Valve Propane LP Supply Tank ca Va rH E Figure 34 Checking Gas Joints Propane LP Only Gas Regulator or Gas Control Valve Eguipm
76. 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 airinlet hole about two inches from where the pilot flame comes out of the pilot assembly see Figures 60 or 61 depending on model With the unit off lightly blow air through the air inlet hole You may blow through a drinking straw if compressed air is not available For more information visit www Injector Holder Ports Slots pr Primary Air Inlet Holes Figure 59 Injector Holder On Outlet Burner Tube Pilot Air Inlet Hole Pilot Air Inlet Hole CHE v Pilot Assembly Pilot Assembly Figure 60 Pilot Inlet Air Hole Propane LP Gas Figure 61 Pilot Inlet Air Hole Natural Gas Wipe the cabinet to remove dust LOG SET If you remove one piece log set for cleaning refer to Installing Log Set and Screen page 22 for placement instructions Replace log set if broke
77. tion grills between the rooms 1 Determine the volume of the space length x width x height Length x Width x Height Example Space size 16 ft length x 14 ft width x 8 ft ceiling height 1792 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 1792 cu ft volume of space x 20 35 840 maximum Btu Hr the space can support 5 107032 01E AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Determining Fresh Air Flow for Fireplace Location Cont Ventilation Air AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued 3 Add the Btu Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space Vent free fireplace 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 30 000 Btu Hr Vent free fireplace 10 000 Btu Hr Total 40 000 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 sup
78. ts follow theinstructionslisted KEY under Replacement Parts on page 33 NO EFS10TP EFS10TN DESCRIPTION of this manual 102633 02 102633 02 Outer Casing Top 102624 02 102624 02 Outer Casing 099230 02 099230 02 Shoulder Screw 098304 01 098304 01 Screw 10 x 3 8 103591 02 103591 01 Burner 103209 01 103209 01 Louvered Door 102635 02CK 102635 02CK Left and Right Side Front M11084 26 M11084 26 Hex Head Screw 10 x 3 8 103209 01 103209 01 Brass Top Louver 104281 01BR 104281 01BR Firebox Hood 102638 01 102638 01 Firebox Top 104286 01 104285 01 ODS Pilot Assembly a Firebox Wrapper 099211 01 099211 01 Control Bracket Screw 103963 01 103963 01 Inlet Tube 103671 01 103671 01 Outlet Tube 100587 01 100587 01 Brass Screw 6 x 3 8 098303 02 098303 02 Regulator Screw 104335 01CK 104335 01CK Outer Shell Base 102649 02 102649 02 Branch Support 099415 04 099415 10 Gas Regulator 102875 01 102875 01 Regulator Bracket 101381 01 101381 01 Valve Cover and Piezo 099387 03 099387 03 Pilot Tube 098271 06 098271 06 Ignitor Cable M11084 38 M11084 38 Screw 8 x 3 8 101004 13 101004 12 Injector 098522 22 098522 23 Gas Valve 102639 01 102639 01 Baffle 101628 01 101628 01 Flexible Connector 102869 01 102869 01 Control Bracket 102731 01 102731 01 Control Shield 103295 01CJ 103295 01CJ Screen Assembly 107153 01 107153 01 Log Set 104313 01 104313 01 Hinge Pin Right 104313 02 104313 02 Hinge Pin Left M10908 2 M10908 2 Hinge Screws 103734 01 103734
79. uding near the floor If you smell gas STOP Fol low B in the safety information column 2 page 24 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 49 Note You may be running this fireplace 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 less This will allow 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 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 Selector Switch in OFF Position Control Knob V AUTO or o 2 Ignitor Button Flame Adjustment Knob Figure 49 Control Knob and Ignitor Button Location Shown as Supplied No Control Options Por dug 107032 01E mation visit www desatech com A WARNING Make sure the selector switch is in the OFF position when you are away from home for long periods of time Fireplace will come on automatically with selector switch in the ON position Pilot Ignitor Ignitor Electrode Figure 50 Propane LP Gas Pilot

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