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1. Attach power cord to blower motor by firmly pushing the two female termi nals of the power cord onto the two spade terminals on blower motor Us ing screw provided attach ringed ter minal of power cord to mounting tab of blower housing see Figure 17 Tighten screw securely Place the blower against lower rear wall of firebox outer wrapper with the ex haust port directed upward Align the holes in top mounting tabs of blower with holes in wall of wrapper see Fig ure 17 Using 2 screws provided mount blower and tighten screws securely Be certain that all wire terminals are securely attached to terminals on blower motor and that the screw retain ing the green ground wire is tight Place control knob provided on plastic control shaft of speed control Mount the speed control on the front leg of the left floor support bracket us ing 2 screws provided see Figure 18 Notches Screen Mounting Screws Figure 15 Removing Fireplace Screen Log Base WD Figure 16 Removing Log Base from Fireplace Flexible Gas Line Rear Wall of Firebox YX Blower NS Figure 17 Mounting Blower to Firebox Left Floor Support N Bracket X Screws Control Shaft Control Knob Figure 18 Attaching Speed Control to Firebox 103413 INSTALLATION Continued 9 Plug in blower power cord a If you
2. Comfrt Glow CGFP28N and CGFP28NT UNVENTED VENT FREE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FIREPLACE CGFP28N CGFP28NT 30 103413 OWNER S MANUAL PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 25 of this manual FIREPLACE CGFP28N CGFP28NT KEY NO PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 101357 01 Top Outer Casing 103207 01 Outer Casing 102758 01CK Right Front Side 102759 01CK Left Front Side 101514 01CK Cover 101784 01 Snap in Magnet 103411 01CK Louver Hood 101838 03CJ Firebox Wrapper 103412 01CK Louver Door 101727 02 Screen Assembly 101348 01 Firebox Support 103208 01 Outer Base 099230 02 Shoulder Screw 098304 01 Phillips Pan Head Screw 10 101872 03 Firebox Top M11084 26 Hex Screw 10 101746 01 Handle 100587 01 Brass Screw 6 20x3 8 ONoOaAARWND Ro pHa aap a aaa a N wo a 8 PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 103413 31 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 COMFORT GLOW VENT FREE NATURAL GAS FIREP
3. Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built In Installation INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION NOTICE A qualified service per son must connect fireplace to gas supply Follow alllocal codes Installation Items Needed Before installing fireplace make sure you have the items listed below piping check local codes sealant resistant to propane LP gas e manual shutoff valve test gauge connection sediment trap tee joint pipe wrench approved flexible gas line with gas con nector if allowed by local codes not provided An A G A design certified manual shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection Pur chase the optional A G A design certified manual shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories page 25 A WARNING Never connect fireplace to private non utility gas wells This gas is commonly known as wellhead gas A CAUTION Use only new black iron or steel pipe Inter nally tinned copper tubing may be used in certain areas Check your local codes Use pipe of 1 2 diameter or greater to allow proper gas volume to fireplace If pipe is too small undue loss of pressure will occur Installation must include a manual shutoff valve union and plugged 1 8 NPT tap Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up NPT tap must be upstream from fireplace see Figure 30 Check your building codes for any s
4. Rough Opening for Installing in Corner 4 Carefully set fireplace in front of rough opening with back of fireplace inside wall opening 5 Attach flexible gas line to fireplace gas regulator See Connecting Fireplace to Gas Supply page 15 6 Carefully insert fireplace into rough opening 7 Attach fireplace to wall studs using nails or wood screws through holes in nailing flange see Figure 28 8 Checkall gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections pages 15 and 16 9 If using optional GA7090 Brass Trim Kit install brass trim after final finish ing and or painting of wall see Figure 6 page 7 Nails or Wood Screws gt lt T d Nailing Flanges E Figure 28 Attaching Fireplace to Wall Studs Continued Comfort Glow CGFP28N and CGFP28NT UNVENTED VENT FREE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued 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 see Figure 29 If your installation does not meet the mini mum clearances shown in Figure 29 you must raise the mantel to an acceptable height OR remove the mantel Note Mantel Shelf All Vertical measurements are from top of fireplace opening to bottom of mantel shelf All measure ments are in inches 241 2 272 30 Figure 29
5. The thermostat will gradually modulate the heat output and flame height from higher to lower settings or pilot in order 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 Note Selecting the HI setting will cause the burner to remain on without modu lating down in most cases E MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE 1 Follow steps 1 through 5 under Light ing Instructions page 17 2 Depress control knob and light pilot with match 3 Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob Now follow step 8 under Lighting Instruc tions page 17 Variable Manually Controlled Model CGFP28N FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING A WARNING If you do not fol low these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result caus ing property 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 supp
6. 103413 27 Conert Glow CGFP28N and CGFP28NT UNVENTED VENT FREE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE ILLUSTRATED PARTS 4 BREAKDOWN C LOG BASE ASSEMBLY THERMOSTAT CONTROLLED MODEL CGFP28NT 28 103413 OWNER S MANUAL PARTS LI ST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 25 of this manual LOG BASE ASSEMBLY CGFP28NT 103682 04 Rear Log 1 103682 02 Bottom Mid Log 2 103682 01 Front Log 3 103682 03 Top Log 4 M11084 38 Screw 098304 01 Screw 10 Phillips Black 103042 01 O D S Pilot 098594 01 Ignitor 098593 01 Thermocouple 098249 01 Nut 101006 01 Pilot Bracket 101330 05 Front Burner Assembly 100999 02 Rear Burner Assembly 102257 08CJ Base Assembly 098271 06 Ignitor Cable 103410 01CK Firebox Bottom 098867 09 Gas Regulator 101004 04 Front Burner Injector 102845 01 Inlet Tube 101382 01 Thermovalve Bracket 099387 03 Pilot Tube 102846 01 Burner Tube 097809 02 Adapter 09921 1 01 Screw 098544 01 Thermostat Clamp 101329 16 Thermostat Gas Valve Assembly 101381 01 Cover and Piezo 101004 01 Rear Burner Injector M11084 26 Hex Screw 10 101628 01 Flex Hose po a po M SH Se Ss Se Se ese ese se se PSB SB BH OM H HAH KH KH PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 100563 01 Warning Plate 101054 01 Lighting Instructions Plate 100565 01 Warning Plate Fastener 101416 34 Information Video 103413 29
7. Assembly 8 103413 INSTALLATION Continued 11 Install three plastic wire clips provided into floor support bracket see Figure 10 page 8 Secure by pushing clips firmly into holes 12 Attach green ground wire ring terminal to floor support bracket using 10 sheet metal grounding screw provided see Figure 10 page 8 Tighten screw firmly 13 Attach all five remaining wiring terminals to the appropriate switch or motor termi nal Carefully note the correct color cod ing see Figures 12 and 14 Push female wire terminals fully onto male terminal 14 Secure wires into the appropriate plas tic wire clips see Figure 12 15 Plug in blower power cord If your fireplace system is installed as a freestanding unit with an acces sory mantel install one plastic bush ing provided into the 1 5 hole in the lower left side of the outer casing see Figure 13 Route power cord through plastic bushing Plug the power cord into a properly grounded three prong wall receptacle near the firebox If your fireplace system installation is recessed install one plastic bushing pro vided into the 1 5 hole near the middle of the left floor support bracket see Figure 13 Route power cord through plastic bushing Plug the power cord into a prop erly installed duplex outlet If an outlet is not available the accessory model GA3555 Outlet Kit with cover can be in stalled in your fireplace This will supply a convenient thr
8. Bottom Louver Assembly Figure 2 Fireplace 103413 3 LOCAL CODES Install and use fireplace with care Follow all local codes In the absence of local codes use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223 also known as NFPA 54 Available from American National Standards Institute Inc 1430 Broadway New York NY 10018 National Fire Protection Association Inc Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 UNPACKING A CAUTION Do not remove the metal data plates from the grate assembly The data plates contain important product information 1 With utility knife cut the carton all the way around above the staples on the bottom tray Lift the carton off the fire box Remove packing 2 Locate two screws above top corners of the fireplace screen Remove and discard these screws Lift fireplace screen up and pull out to remove 3 Remove protective packaging applied to logs log base assembly and fire place 4 Check all items for any shipping dam age If damaged promptly inform dealer where you bought fireplace Comfort Glow CGFP28N and CGFP28NT UNVENTED VENT FREE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE PRODUCT FEATURES OPERATION This vent free fireplace is clean burning It requires no outside venting There is no heat loss out a vent or up a chimney Heat is generated by both realistic flames and glow ing embers The fireplace requires no electric ity making itideal foremergency bac
9. EXPRESS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTIES AND LIMITS THE DURA TION OF ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO TWO 2 YEARS ON ALL COMPONENTS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST PURCHASE AND DESA INTERNATIONAL S LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND DESA INTERNATIONAL SHALL NOT BELIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation on implied warranties or exclusion or limitation on damages may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state For information about this warranty write DES A INTERNATIONAL 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 www desatech com 103413 01 103413 01 NOT A UPC ling
10. Hole 20 103413 TROUBLESHOOTING Note For additional help visit DESA International s Technical Service web site at www desatech com Note All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation OBSERVED PROBLEM OWNER S MANUAL Ay WARNING Turn off fireplace and let cool before servicing Only a qualified service 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 POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed there is no spark at ODS pilot 1 Ignitor cable pinched or wet 1 Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry 2 Ignitorelectrode notconnectedtoigni 2 Reconnect ignitor cable tor cable 3 Piezo ignitor nut is loose 3 Tighten nut holding piezo ignitor to base panel of log set Nut is located behind base panel 4 Broken ignitor cable 4 Replace ignitor cable 5 Ignitor electrode broken 5 Replace ignitor 6 Bad piezo ignitor 6 Replace piezo ignitor 7 Ignitor electrode positioned wrong 7 Replace ignitor When ignitor button is pressed there is 1 Gassupplyturnedofformanualshutoff 1 Turn on gas supply or open manual spark at ODS pilot but no ignition valve closed shutoff valve 2 Control knob not in PILOT position 2 Turn control knob to PILOT position 3 Control knob not pressed in while in 3 Press in control kn
11. makes the front of fireplace flush with wall An optional brass trim accessory is available see Accessories page 25 The brass trim will extend past the sides of the fireplace approximately 1 2 This will cover the rough edges of the wall opening If installing a mantel above the fireplace but you must follow the clearances shown in Figure 29 page 14 Follow the following instructions to install the fireplace in this manner 103413 OWNER S MANUAL Actual 32 3 s 34 5 16 16 11 6 Framing 33 34 3 4 17 34 Height Front Width Depth 1 Frame in rough opening Use dimen sions shown in Figure 26 for the rough opening If installing in a corner use dimensions shown in Figure 27 for the rough open ing The height is 33 which is the same as the wall opening in Figure 26 2 Ifusing optional blower install it now Also install and properly ground GA3555 three prong 120 volt outlet in fireplace Follow instructions included in Kits 3 Install gas piping to fireplace location This installation includes an approved flexible gas line if allowed by local codes after the manual shutoff valve The flexible gas line must be the last item installed on the gas piping See In stalling Gas Piping to Fireplace Loca tion page 14 Y 3434 gt Figure 26 Rough Opening for Installing in Wall 27 7 8 55 5 8 gt m Figure 27
12. using compressed air or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter 3 Check all joints from gas meter to manual shutoff valve see Figure 34 Apply mixture of liquid soap and wa ter to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak 4 Correct all leaks at once Open Shutoff Valve Closed Figure 33 Manual Shutoff Valve Manual Shutoff Valve J NN X F SN Gas Valve Figure 34 Checking Gas Joints Continued Comfort Glow CGFP28N and CGFP28NT UNVENTED VENT FREE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections 1 Open manual shutoff valve see Fig ure 33 page 15 Open main gas valve located on or near gas meter Make sure control knob of fireplace is in the OFF position Check all joints from manual shutoff valve to gas valve see Figure 34 page 15 Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Light fireplace see Operating Fire place pages 17 and 18 Thermostat controlled models or pages 18 and 19 Manually controlled models Check all other internal joints for leaks Turn off fireplace see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 17 Thermostat con trolled models or page 19 Manually controlled models INSTALLING LOGS Sl
13. yee N Figure 46 Correct Front Burner Flame Pattern fe Yellow Tipping At Top of Blue PIA Sc Figure 47 Incorrect Front Burner Flame Pattern Conert Glow CGFP28N and CGFP28NT UNVENTED VENT FREE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE A WARNING Turn off fireplace and let cool before cleaning A CAUTION You must keep control areas burners and cir culating air passageways of fire place clean Inspect these areas of fireplace before each use Have fireplace inspected yearly by a qualified service person Fire place may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting pet hair 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 and lint Clean these air inlet holes prior to each heating season Blocked air holes will create soot We rec ommend that you clean the unit every 2 500 hours of operation or every three months We also recommend that you keep the burner tube and pilot assembly clean and free of dust and dirt To clean these parts we recom mend using compressed air no greater than 30 PSI Your local computer store hard ware store or home center may carry com pressed air in a can You can use a vacuum cleaner in the blow position If using com pressed air in a can please
14. 1 Remove packaging from three pieces of brass trim 2 Locate four brass screws two adjust ing plates with set screws and two shims in the hardware packet 3 Align shim under adjusting plate as shown in Figure 5 4 Slide one end of adjusting plate shim in slot on mitered edge of top brass trim see Figure 5 5 Slide other end of adjusting plate shim in slot on mitered edge of side brass trim see Figure 5 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 side 8 Tighten trim hanging screws 10 x 6 25 shoulder into holes in cabinets Place the assembled trim onto fireplace cabinet Align hanging notches on trim with hanging screws on side of fireplace see Figure 6 Push trim firmly into place sliding hanging notches over hanging screws Set Screws Side Brass Top Brass Trim Adjusting Trim Plate LN Mitered Slot Edge Figure 5 Assembling Brass Trim Trim Hanging Screws Assembled Brass Trim Hanging Notches on Trim Figure 6 Attaching Brass Trim to Fireplace Continued Comfort Glow CGFP28N and CGFP28NT UNVENTED VENT FREE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSTALLATION towards rear of firebox see Figure 10 Tighten screws firmly ntin Continued 7 Remove the three screws do not dis 4 INSTALLING GA3650T card and cover plate from cen
15. 23 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 Fireplace front and screen becomes very hot when running fireplace Keep children and adults away from hot sur faces to avoid burns or clothing igni tion 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 fire place Do not use fireplace if any part has been exposed to or under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the fireplace and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken Do not operate fireplace if a log is chipped dime sized or larger Turn fireplace off and let cool before servicing Only a qualified service per son should service and repair fireplace Operating fireplace above elevations of 4 500 feet could cause pilot outage 103413 OWNER S MANUAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Top Log 4 Bottom Mid Rear Log 1 Log 2 Rear Burner Front Burner PN Base Gas Regulator Front Log 3 Figure 1 Log Base Assembly Top Outer Casing Top Louvered Hood Firebox Support Rear Access Door Screen Assembly
16. AS FIREPLACE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN C LOG BASE ASSEMBLY VARIABLE MANUALLY 2 CONTROLLED MODEL CGFP28N 26 103413 OWNER S MANUAL PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 25 of this manual LOG BASE ASSEMBLY CONTROLLED MODEL 103682 04 Rear Log 1 CGFP28N 103682 02 Bottom Mid Log 2 103682 01 Front Log 3 103682 03 Top Log 4 102568 01 Control Valve 098304 01 Screw 10 Phillips Black 100701 02 O D S Pilot 098594 01 Ignitor 098593 01 Thermocouple 098249 01 Nut 101006 01 Pilot Bracket 101330 05 Front Burner 100999 05 Rear Burner Assembly 102257 08CJ Base Assembly 098271 06 Ignitor Cable 103410 01CK Firebox Bottom 098867 09 Gas Regulator 101004 04 Front Burner Injector 102445 01 Piezo Ignitor 101007 01 Crossover Tube 099387 05 Pilot Tube 101972 01 Valve and Piezo Bracket M11084 38 Regulator Hex Screw 102668 01 Front Burner Tube 101008 01 Gasket 101973 01 Inlet Tube 098276 01 1 8 Plug 101004 11 Rear Burner Injector M11084 26 Hex Screw 10 098508 01 Valve Retainer Nut 101628 01 Flex Hose 097809 02 Adapter 098354 01 Control Knob aan pea oon an pase aan on nnn nnn nig a2 ao A a a a in i PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 100563 01 Warning Plate 101055 02 Lighting Instructions Plate 100565 01 Warning Plate Fastener 101416 34 Information Video 101976 02 Control Position Decal
17. L ACCESSORY WITH FIREPLACE PERIMETER BRASS TRIM GMC11F Series Walnut Finished Hardwood Veneer GMC12U Series Unfinished Hardwood Veneer GMC13F Series Medium Stained Oak Veneer Mantel features moldings fluted sides and medallion Available in walnut finished or unfinished hardwood ready to stain or paint Shown with optional base accessory Dimensions H xW xD 44 x 57 3 4 x 22 fs MANUAL SHUTOFF VALVE GA5010 For all models Manual shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap Fits 1 2 NPT pipe 25 HEARTH BASE GC3333F Series Walnut Finished Hardwood Veneer GC3334U Series Unfinished Hardwood Veneer GC3335F Series Medium Stained Oak Veneer The hearth base creates a handsome riser for the fireplace Dimensions H xW xD 6 h x 58 x 28 Vis BLOWER ACCESSORIES Increase air circulation to maximize heat distribution GA3650T T Stat Blower for t stat fireplaces only Features ON OFF AUTO setting In the auto position theblower will automatically cycle on and off as needed GA3750 Manual Blower for all fireplaces Features variable speed control knob BRASS TRIM ACCESSORY GA7090 Optional with built in installation Provides a finished appearance covering rough and or unfinished mantel or wall opening edges etc DUPLEX OUTLET KIT GA3555 Use for built in installations when hard wir ing a blower Conert Glow CGFP28N and CGFP28NT UNVENTED VENT FREE NATURAL G
18. LACE DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for two 2 years from the date of first purchase provided that the product has been properly installed operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser This warranty covers the cost of part s required to restore this heater to proper operating condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a DESA Authorized Service Center Warranty part s MUST be obtained through authorized dealers of this product and or DESA International who will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty The heater MUST be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with all local codes and instructions furnished with the unit This warranty does not apply to parts that are not in original condition because of normal wear and tear or parts that fail or become damaged as a result of misuse accidents lack of proper maintenance or defects caused by improper installation Travel diagnostic cost labor transportation and any and all such other costs related to repairing a defective heater will be the responsibility of the owner TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THELAW OF THE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT THIS
19. Shutoff Valve ex Gas Connector Gas Meter Flexible Gas Line SS from Fireplace Gas Flexible Gas Regulator Provided Line from with Fireplace Manual Shutoff Valve Provided by Installer Figure 32 Attaching Flexible Gas Lines Together CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS A WARNING Test all gas pip ing and connections for leaks after installing or servicing Cor rect all leaks at once WARNING Never use an open flame to check for a leak Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System Test Pressures In Excess Of 1 2 PSIG 1 Disconnect fireplace and its individual manual shutoff valve from gas supply piping system Pressures in excess of 1 2 psig will damage fireplace gas regulator 2 Cap off open end of gas pipe where manual shutoff valve was connected 3 Pressurize supply piping system by ei ther using compressed air or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter 4 Check all joints of gas supply piping system Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles form ing show a leak 5 Correct all leaks at once 6 Reconnect fireplace and manual shutoff valve to gas supply Check reconnected fittings for leaks Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 2 PSIG 1 Close manual shutoff valve see Fig ure 33 2 Pressurize supply piping system by ei ther
20. UNVENTED VENT FREE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL CGFP28N AND CGFP28NT WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal in jury 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 e Donottouchany electrical switch do not use any phone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e 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 Shown with optional cabinet mantel and hearth base WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures For assistance or additional infor mation consult a qualified in staller service agency or the gas supplier WARNING This is an unvented gas fired heater It uses air oxy gen from the room in which it is installed Provisi
21. VENT FREE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY One or both burners do not light after ODS 1 Burner orifice s clogged 1 Clean burner s see Cleaning and pilot is lit Maintenance page 20 or replace burner orifice s 2 Burner orifice s diameter is too small 2 Replace burner orifice s 3 Inlet gas pressure is too low 3 Contact local natural gas company 4 Mislocated crossover tube 4 Contact qualified service person Delayed ignition of one or both burners 1 Manifold pressure is too low 1 Contact local natural gas company Burner orifice s clogged 2 Clean burner s see Cleaning and Maintenance page 20 orreplace burner orifice s 3 Mislocated crossover tube 3 Contact qualified service person Burner backfiring during combustion l Burner orifice is clogged or damaged 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and Main tenance page 20 or replace burner orifice 2 Damaged burner 2 Replace damaged burner 3 Gas regulator defective 3 Replace gas regulator Yellow flame in front burner during burner 1 Not enough air 1 Check burner s for dirt and debris If combustion found clean burner s see Cleaning and Maintenance page 20 2 Gas regulator defective 2 Replace gas regulator Slight smoke or odor during initial operation 1 Residuesfrommanufacturingprocesses 1 Problem will stop after a few hours of and logs curing operation Fireplace produces a whistling nois
22. about 15 minutes turn the blower on to deliver heated air at the top louvers Theblower features a variable control which allows you to select the speed you desire Note Periodically check the louvers of the firebox and remove any dust dirt or other obstructions A WARNING Never attempt to service heater while it is plugged in operating or hot Burns and electrical shock could result Only a qualified ser vice person should service or repair heater If any of the original wire as supplied with the appliance must be replaced it must be replaced with 105 C wire or it s equivalent A WARNING Label all wires prior to discon nection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation Verify proper operation after servicing Variable Fan Switch 1 Blower Green 1 White i T 120 Vac 60 Hz 78 Amps DESA International Bowling Green KY 101584 05 Figure 20 Location of Wiring Diagram Decal 12 in Front of Blower and 3 from Blower Speed Control 11 Comfort Glow CGFP28N and CGFP28NT UNVENTED VENT FREE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLATION CLEARANCES AX WARNING Maintain the mini mum clearances If you can pro vide greater clearances from floor ceiling and adjoining wall Carefully follow the instructions below This will ensure safe installation Minimum Wall and Ceiling Clearances
23. apart gas tubing and remove for and burner eign matter 2 Gas leak See Warning statement 2 Locate andcorrectall leaks see Check 103413 above www desatech com 23 ing Gas Connections pages 15 and 16 Conert Glow CGFP28N and CGFP28NT UNVENTED VENT FREE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE SERVICE HINTS You may feel your gas pressure is too low or gas quality is bad If so contact your local natural gas supplier When Gas Pressure Is Too Low pilot will not stay lit burners will have delayed ignition fireplace will not produce specified heat When Gas Quality Is Bad pilot will not stay lit burners will produce flames and soot fireplace will backfire when lit SPECIFICATIONS Btu Variable 20 000 28 000 Type Gas Natural Gas Only Ignition Piezo Manifold Pressure 3 4 W C Inlet Gas Pressure in of water Maximum 10 5 Minimum gt Shipping Weight 80 lbs For purpose of input adjustment TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about in stallation operation or troubleshooting If so contact DESA International s Technical Service Department at 1 800 DESA LOG 1 800 337 2564 You can also visit DESA International s Technical Service web site at www desatech com PARTS CENTRALS These Parts Centrals are privately owned businesses They have agreed to support our customer s needs by providing original re placement parts and accessories Baltimore Electric 1348 Dixwell Ave
24. ates 803 879 3009 1 800 845 5301 Parts Department 103413 REPLACEMENT PARTS Note Use only original replacement parts This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty PARTS UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product If they can t supply original replacement part s call DESA International s Technical Service Department at 1 800 DESA LOG 1 800 337 2564 When calling DESA International have ready your name your address model number of your fireplace how fireplace was malfunctioning typeof gas used propane or natural gas purchase date Usually we will ask you to return the defec tive part to the factory PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product or Parts Central see page 24 If they can t supply original replacement part s call DESA International s Parts Department at 1 800 972 7879 for referral information When calling DESA International have ready model number of your fireplace the replacement part number 103413 OWNER S MANUAL ACCESSORIES Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer or Parts Central see page 24 If they can not supply these accessories call DESA International s Sales Depart ment at 1 800 458 2472 for referral infor mation You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual CABINET MANTE
25. ation classifications 1 Unusually Tight Construction 2 Unconfined Space 3 Confined Space The information on pages 4 through 6 will help you classify your space and provide adequate ventilation Unusually Tight Construction The air that leaks around doors and win dows may provide enough fresh air for combustion and ventilation However in buildings of unusually tight construction you must provide additional fresh air 4 Unusually tight construction is de fined as construction where a walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have a con tinuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm 6x10 kg per pa sec m or less with openings gasketed or sealed and b weather stripping has been added on openable windows and doors and c caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as joints around win dow and door frames between sole plates and floors between wall ceiling joints between wall panels at penetrations for plumb ing electrical and gas lines and at other openings If your home meets all of the three criteria above you must provide ad ditional fresh air See Ventilation Air From Outdoors page 6 If your home does not meet all of the three criteria above proceed to De termining Fresh Air Flow For Fire place Location page 5 Confined Space and Unconfined Space The National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z2123 1 1992 Section 5 3 defines a confined space as a space whose volume i
26. ce If you have a central heating system you may run system scirculating blower while using heater This will help circu late the heat throughout the house In the event of a power outage you can use this heater as your primary heat source NOTICE A qualified service per son must install fireplace Follow all local codes Ay WARNING Never install the fireplace in a bedroom or bathroom inarecreational vehicle where curtains furniture clothing or other flammable objectsareless than 42 inches from the front top or sides of the fireplace e in high traffic areas in windy or drafty areas A CAUTION This fireplace cre ates warmair currents These cur rents move heat to wall surfaces next to fireplace Installing fire place next to vinyl or cloth wall coverings or operating fireplace where impurities such as to bacco smoke aromatic candles cleaning fluids oil or kerosene lamps etc in the air exist may discolor walls IMPORTANT Vent free heaters add mois ture to the air Although this is beneficial installing fireplaceinrooms withoutenough ventilation air may cause mildew to form from too much moisture See Air for Com bustion and Ventilation pages 4 through 6 IMPORTANT Make sure the fireplace is level If fireplace is not level log set will not work properly 103413 OWNER S MANUAL Note Your Comfort Glow fireplace is de signed to be used in z
27. e gas line if allowed by local codes after the manual shutoff valve The flexible gas line must be the last item installed on the gas piping See In stalling Gas Piping to Fireplace Loca tion page 14 8 Carefully place fireplace on top of hearth base Figure 24 page 13 Be careful not to scratch or damage hearth base Note You can secure fireplace to hearth or floor Open louver door Lo cate screw holes in bottom of base Secure with wood screws through these holes and into hearth or floor 9 If using an optional blower install it now Follow instructions provided with the blower 10 Connect fireplace to gas supply see Connecting Fireplace to Gas Supply page 15 11 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections page 15 Flexible Gas Electrical Outlet Gas Hearth Line Line Base uei o Access AR Hh ZI DIES Figure 23 Placing Hearth Base Accessory Against Wall 103413 INSTALLATION Continued 12 After heater is secured replace mantel on hearth base see Figure 25 Make sure mantel is flush against wall In stall brass trim see page 7 Ima Figure 25 Inserting Fireplace Into Cabinet Mantel BUILT IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Check Local Building Codes Built in installation of this fireplace involves installing fireplace into a framed in enclo sure This
28. e when 1 Turning control knob to HI position 1 Turn control knob to LO position and burners are lit when burners are cold let warm up for a minute 2 Air in gas line 2 Operate burners 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 12 through 14 4 Dirty or partially clogged burner 4 Cleanburners see Cleaning and Main orifice s tenance page 20 or replace burner orifice s Moisture condensation noticedon windows 1 Notenoughcombustion ventilationair 1 Refer to Air for Combustion and Venti lation requirements page 4 White powder residue forming within burner 1 When heated vapors from furniture 1 Turn heater off when using furniture box or on adjacent walls or furniture polish wax carpet cleaner etc turn into white powder residue www desatech com 22 polish wax carpet cleaners or similar products 103413 OWNER S MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING Continued A WARNING If you smell gas Shut off gas supply Do not try to light any appliance building Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department IMPORTANT Operating fireplace where impurities in air exist may create odors Cleaning sup
29. ee prong grounded elec trical outlet for your blower Refer to the installation manual provided with the model GA3555 accessory for instructions on wiring the duplex outlet 16 Check to make sure that the power cord and wires are completely clear of the blower wheel and that there are no other foreign objects in blower wheel Turn blower on by pushing the selector switch to the on position and check for opera tion Turn blower off before continuing A WARNING Never touch the blower wheel while in operation 103413 OWNER S MANUAL 17 Peel off the backing paper and stick the supplied wiring diagram decal on the firebox bottom approximately 12 in front of blower 18 Replace log base assembly in fireplace Feed flexible gas supply line into fire place base area while replacing log base assembly Make sure the entire flexible gas line is in fireplace base area Note If firebrick is installed make sure the back of the firebox bottom slides under the rear panel of the firebrick lift the firebrick up if necessary IMPORTANT Do not pick up log base assembly by burners This could damage burners Only handle base by grates 19 Reattach log base assembly to fireplace with screws removed in step 3 20 Install logs and fireplace screen per in structions in operating manual provided with fireplace A WARNING Failure to position the parts in accordance with sup plied diagrams or failure to use
30. ero clearance installa tions Wall or framing material can be placed directly against any exterior surface on the rear sides or top of your fireplace except where stand off spacers are integrally at tached If stand off spacers are attached to your fireplace these spacers can be placed directly against wall or framing materials Use the dimensions shown for rough open ings to create the easiest installation see Built In Fireplace Installation page 13 CHECK GAS TYPE Use only natural gas If your gas supply is not natural gas do not install fireplace Call dealer where you bought fireplace for proper type fireplace ELECTRICAL HOOKUP When Using Optional Blower The optional blower accessories GA3650T and GA3750 have a power cord 5 feet in length You must locate the fireplace within reach of a 120 volt grounded electrical out let or install an electrical outlet within reach of the blower power cord For built in in stallation an outlet accessory GA3555 is available see Accessories page 25 This allows the outlet to be installed inside the firebox All electrical installations should be performed by a qualified service person ASSEMBLING AND ATTACHING OPTIONAL BRASS TRIM ACCESSORY Included with Mantel Note The instructions below show assem bling and attaching brass trim to fireplace Do not yet install trim if performing a built in installation see Built In Fireplace In stallation page 13
31. exible gas line through the ac cess holes see Figure 8 all wires properly as indicated may cause electrical short circuit or personal injury A qualified electrician should check that all connections are made properly 8 Screws X Lower Rear Wall of Firebox Figure 9 Mounting Blower to Firebox A CAUTION Do not pick up log base assembly by burners This could damage burners Only handle base by grates 4 Place the blower against lower rear wall of firebox outer wrapper with the ex haust port directed upward Align the holes in top mounting tabs of blower with holes in wall of wrapper see Fig ure 9 Using two 8 screws provided mount blower and tighten screws firmly Selector 5 Switch 6 Screws 10 Screw Figure 10 Installing Power Cord Mounting Plate and Selector switch 5 Route terminals end of power cord SWiteh and Cover Assembly through large hole near top of left floor support bracket Make sure to pass the cord from the outside left side towards the center of firebox see Figure 10 Notches 6 Using two 6 screws provided attach power cord mounting plate to the out side face of left floor support bracket Drive screws from inside right side of floor support bracket Attach the plate so that the power cord is directed Screen Mounting Screws Figure 7 Removing Fireplace Screen Figure 11 Installing Switch and Cover
32. follow the direc tions on the can If you don t follow direc tions 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 48 LOGS f you remove logs for cleaning refer to Installing Logs page 16 to properly re place logs 3 Blow air through the ports slots and holes in the burner 4 Checkthe injector holder located at the end of the burner tube again Remove any large particles of dust dirt lint or pet hairs with a soft cloth or vacuum cleaner nozzle Replace log s if broken or chipped dime sized or larger 5 Blow air into the primary air holes on the injector holder 6 Incase any large clumps of dust have now been pushed into the burner repeat steps 3 and 4 Clean the pilot assembly also A yellow tip on the pilot flame indicates dust and dirt in the pilot assembly There is a small pilot air inlet hole about two inches from where the pilot flame comes out of the pilot assembly see Figure 49 With the unit off lightly blow air through the air inlet hole You may blow through adrinking straw if compressed air is not available Injector Holder a ZZ Ports Slots p Burner Tube Primary Air Inlet Holes Figure 48 Injector Holder On Outlet Burner Tube Figure 49 Pilot Inlet Air
33. g 16 Figure 37 Installing Front Log Top Log 4 Screws for Mounting Screen Notches Figure 39 Installing Fireplace Screen 103413 OPERATING FIREPLACE Thermostat Controlled Model CGFP28NT FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING OWNER S MANUAL mE LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING You must operate this fireplace with the fireplace screen in place Make sure fire place screen is installed before running fireplace Ay WARNING If you do not fol low these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result caus ing property damage personal injury or loss of life This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electric switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas sup plier call the fire department 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 technician or gas supplier Force
34. hearth base ac cessory shown is optional for this installa tion You can install fireplace and cabinet mantel directly on the floor 1 Assemble cabinet mantel brass trim kit and hearth base Assembly instruc tions are included with each accessory 2 If installing an optional blower acces sory see Accessories page 25 Install a properly grounded 120 volt three prong electrical outlet at fireplace lo cation if outlet is not there If possible locate outlet so cabinet mantel will cover it when installed see Figure 23 3 Break off nailing flanges see Figure 22 with hammer or pliers Nailing Flanges Figure 22 Location of Nailing Flanges 12 4 Place mantel and base in desired loca tion Place heater in front opening of mantel Make sure all pieces fit prop erly Remove mantel 5 Mark floor and base or wall for gas line entrance Make sure there is enough clearance between heater and mantel for gas line IMPORTANT Make sure there are no electrical lines where gas piping will go through floor or wall 6 Cutan access hole in hearth base top to run flexible gas line to fireplace see Figure 23 Make sure to locate access hole so cabinet mantel will cover it when installed Note You can secure base to floor using wood screws Coun tersink screw heads and putty over 7 Install gas piping to fireplace location This installation includes an approved flexibl
35. his fireplace with the fireplace screen in place Make sure fireplace screen is in place before run ning fireplace This fireplace is designed to be smoke less If logs ever appear to smoke turn off fireplace and call a qualified ser vice person Note During initial op eration slight smoking could occur due to log curing and fireplace burning manufacturing residues To prevent the creation of soot follow the instructions in Cleaning and Main tenance page 20 Do not allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace Avoid any drafts that al ter burner flame patterns Ceiling fans can create drafts that alter burner flame patterns Altered burner patterns can cause sooting 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Before using furniture polish wax car pet cleaner or similar products turn heater off If heated the vapors from these products may create a white pow der residue within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture Do not use a blower insert heat ex changer insert or other accessory not approved for use with this heater This fireplace needs fresh air ventila tion to run properly This fireplace has an oxygen depletion sensor ODS pi lot light safety system The ODS shuts down the fireplace if not enough fresh air is available See Air for Combus tion and Ventilation pages 4 through 6 If fireplace keeps shutting off see Troubleshooting pages 21 through
36. ide bottom mid log 2 into place in behind front burner Make sure tabs at bottom of log are behind front burner see Figure 36 Place front log 3 into place in front of bottom mid log 2 see Figure 37 Make sure notches on bottom rest on grate prongs Finally place top log 4 over bottom mid log 2 by matching the notches under log 4 with the raised blocks of log 2 see Figure 38 Install fireplace screen by slipping notches of fireplace screen over screws on front of fireplace see Figure 39 WARNING You must operate this fireplace with the fireplace screen in place Make sure fire place screen is in place before running fireplace A CAUTION Do not remove the metal data plates attached to the heater base assembly The data plates contain important warranty information AX WARNING Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury Each log is marked with a number These numbers will help you identify the log when installing Itis very important to install these logs exactly as instructed Do not modify logs Only use logs supplied with heater 1 Slide rear log 1 into place behind rear burner Make sure flat areas at bot tom of log are behind rear burner see Figure 35 m Rear Log 1 Figure 36 Installing Bottom Mid Lo
37. ining room is supplied with grills or openings add the volume of these rooms to the total volume of the space 2 Divide the space volume by 50 cubic feet to determine the maximum Btu Hr the space can support volume of space 50 cu ft Maximum Btu Hr the space can support Example 3168 cu ft volume of space 50 cu ft 63 3 or 63 300 maximum Btu Hr the space can support 3 Add the Btu Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space Vent free fireplace Btu Hr Gas water heater Btu Hr Example Gas furnace Btu Hr Gas water heater 40 000 Btu Hr Vented gas heater Btu Hr Vent free fireplace 28 000 Btu Hr Gas fireplace logs Btu Hr Total 68 000 Btu Hr Other gas appliances Btu Hr Total Btu Hr Do not include direct vent gas appliances Direct vent draws combustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors 4 Compare the maximum Btu Hr the space can support with the actual amount of Btu Hr used Btu Hr maximum the space can support Btu Hr actual amount of Btu Hr used Example 63 300 Btu Hr maximum the space can support 68 000 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 work sheet adding the space of an adjoining room If the extra space provides an unconfined space remo
38. kup heat SAFETY FEATURES This fireplace has a pilot with an Oxygen Depletion Sensor Shutoff System ODS The ODS pilot is arequired feature for vent free room heaters The ODS system protects against oxygen depletion and any interrup tion in the fuel supply If either occurs the ODS shuts off gas flow to the burner turn ing the fireplace off An internal regulator controls fluctuations in your gas pressure PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEM This fireplace has a piezo ignitor This sys tem requires no matches batteries or other sources to light fireplace THERMOSTAT CONTROL CGFP28NT These fireplaces have a thermostat sensing bulb and a control valve The thermostat controls the heat output and flame height This maintains a consistent room tempera ture Even the lowest setting provides real istic flames and glowing embers from two burners Selecting higher comfort settings allows the fireplace to run longer produc ing greater heat output At lower comfort settings the fireplace will run less This results in increased heating comfort This can also result in lower gas bills An op tional thermostatically GA3650T or manu ally GA3750 controlled blower is avail able see Accessories page 25 VARIABLE MANUAL CONTROL CGFP28N These fireplaces have a variable manual con trol valve which allows the user to choose the heat setting that best suits his needs Any setting between low and high may be selected by simply
39. l while in operation 12 Replace log base assembly in fireplace Feed flexible gas supply line into fire place base area while replacing log base assembly Make sure the entire flexible gas line is in fireplace base area Note If firebrick is installed make sure the back of the firebox bottom slides under the rear panel of the firebrick lift the firebrick up if necessary 103413 OWNER S MANUAL IMPORTANT Do not pick up log base assembly by burners This could damage burners Only handle base by grates 13 Reattach log base assembly to fireplace with screws removed in step 3 Note Discard the remaining hardware items 14 Install logs and fireplace screen per in structions in operating manual provided with fireplace XR AU Right Floor SNOS 4 Support Bracket Plastic Bushing Figure 19 Installing Plastic Bushing for Power Cord Wiring Diagram A WARNING Failure to position the parts in accordance with sup plied diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved withthis heater may resultin dam age or personal injury 15 Connect gas supply to fireplace per in structions in operating manual provided with fireplace NOTICE A qualified service per son must connect fireplace to gas supply Follow alllocal codes Operating the Blower Light your gas appliance with the blower off After
40. lier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas sup plier call the fire department 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 technician 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 un der water up LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING You must oper ate this fireplace with the fire place screen in place Make sure fireplace screen is installed be fore running fireplace NOTICE During initial operation of new fireplace burning logs will give off a paper burning smell Orange flame will also be present Open window to vent smell Operate fireplace on HI position to burn off odor This will only last a few hours 1 STOP Read the safety information in second column 2 Make sure manual shutoff valve is fully open 3 Turn control knob clockwise to the OFF position x 4 Waitfive 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety in formation above If you don t smell gas go to the nex
41. ntrol valve can be set to any heat setting and flame height de sired by simply turning the control knob until that setting is attained Even the lowest setting provides realistic flames and glowing embers from two burners Selecting higher settings produces greater heat output This results in increased heating comfort A WARNING Do not operate heater between pilot and high positions A CAUTION Do nottry to adjust heating levels by using the manual shutoff valve g TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Fireplace 1 Turn control knob clockwise ZN to the HIGH position 2 Slightly depress control knob and turn clockwise AL ON to the PILOT position 3 Slightly depress control knob and turn clockwise FJ CN to the OFF position Shutting Off Burners Only pilot stays lit 1 Turn control knob clockwise w to the HIGH position 2 Press in and turn clockwise N to the PILOT position E MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE 1 Follow steps 1 through 5 under Light ing Instructions page 18 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 step 8 page 18 103413 OWNER S MANUAL INSPECTING BURNERS Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 44 shows a correct pilot flame pattern Figure 45 shows an incorrect pilot flame pat
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43. ob while in PILOT PILOT position position 4 Air in gas lines when installed 4 Continue holding down control knob Repeat igniting operation until air is removed 5 ODS pilot is clogged 5 Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 20 or replace ODS pilot assembly 6 Gas regulator setting is not correct 6 Replace gas regulator ODS pilot lights but flame goes out when 1 Control knob not fully pressed in 1 Press in control knob fully control knob is released 2 Controlknobnotpressedinlongenough 2 After ODS pilot lights keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds 3 Manual shutoff valve not fully open 3 Fully open manual shutoff valve 4 Thermocoupleconnectionlooseatcon 4 Hand tighten until snug then tighten trol valve 1 4 turn more 5 Pilotflame nottouching thermocouple 5 A Contact local natural gas company which allows thermocouple to cool causing pilot flame to go out This B Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and problem could be caused by one or both Maintenance page 20 or replace of the following ODS pilot assembly A Low gas pressure B Dirty or partially clogged ODS pilot 6 Thermocouple damaged 6 Replace thermocouple 7 Control valve damaged 7 Replace control valve 8 On thermostat models safety interlock 8 Wait one minute for safety interlock sys 103413 system has been triggered www desatech com 21 tem to reset Repeat ignition operation Continued Conert Glow CGFP28N and CGFP28NT UNVENTED
44. on above If you don t smell gas go to the next step Turn control knob counterclockwise to the PILOT position Press in control knob for five 5 sec onds see Figure 40 If running fireplace for first time there will be air in gas line You may need to press in control knob for 30 seconds or longer This will allow air to bleed from the gas system Continue pressing control knob in Press and release ignitor button This will light pilot The pilot is attached to the front burner If needed keep press ing ignitor button until pilot lights Control Knob Figure 40 Control Knob and Ignitor Button Location ing Procedure page 18 8 Turncontrol knob counterclockwise to desired heating level The burners should light Set control knob to any heat level between HI and LO A CAUTION Do not try to ad just heating levels by using the manual shutoff valve Ignitor Electrode Thermocouple Pi Pilot Burner Figure 41 Pilot m TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Fireplace Turn control knob clockwise QU UTE to the OFF position Shutting Off Burners Only pilot stays lit Turn control knob clockwise RS to the PILOT position Continued Comfort Glow CGFP28N and CGFP28NT UNVENTED VENT FREE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued E THERMOSTAT CONTROL OPERATION You can set the thermostat control knob to any comfort level between HI and LO
45. only parts specifically approved with this heater may resultin dam age or personal injury 21 Connect gas supply to fireplace per in structions in operating manual provided with fireplace NOTICE A qualified service per son must connect fireplace to gas supply Follow all local codes Note To prevent short circuit white wire MUST be connected to motor To Switch and Cover Assembly Blue Wire Red Wire Figure 12 Wire Attachment Wire 9 If any of the original wire as supplied with the appliance must be replaced it must be replaced with 105 C wire or it s equivalent Bushing Location for Freestanding Installation Bushing Location for Recessed Installation Figure 13 Installing Bushings Fan Switch Off On Auto Aut Fan Off Pa N O ee aay Blower Kr Motor e LA White je Figure 14 Wiring Diagram OPERATING THE BLOWER Light your gas appliance with the blower off After about 5 minutes turn the blower on to deliver heated air at the top louvers The thermostatic ally controlled blower fea tures a three position switch The three set tings are ON OFF and AUTO In the ON position the blower will operate constantly In the OFF position the blower will not operate In the AUTO position the blower will start when the thermostat senses a suf ficient increase in firebox temperature Note Your gas logs and thermo
46. ons for ad equate combustion and ventila tion air must be provided Refer to Air for Combustion and Venti lation section on page 4 of this manual This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by state or local codes Aftermarket Completion of sale not for purpose of resale from the manufacturer Save this manual for future reference Comfort Glow CGFP28N and CGFP28NT UNVENTED VENT FREE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE SAFETY INFORMATION A WARNINGS IMPORTANT Read this owner s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble oper ate or service this fireplace Im proper use of this fireplace can cause serious injury or death from burns fire explosion electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning A DANGER Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning re semble the flu with headaches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs the fire place 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 preg nant women people with heart or lung dis ease or anemia those under the influence of alcohol and those at high altitudes Natural Gas Natural gas is odorless An odor making agent is added to the gas The odor helps you detect a gas leak However
47. 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 un der water 103413 NOTICE During initial operation of new fireplace burning logs will give off a paper burning smell Orange flame will also be present Open window to vent smell Operate fireplace on HI position to burn off odor This will only last a few hours Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob f 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 3 through 7 This fireplace has a safety interlock system Wait one 1 minute for system to reset before lighting pilot again Note If pilot does not stay lit con tact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs Until repairs are made light pilot with match To light pilot with match see Manual Light STOP Read the safety information in first column Make sure manual shutoff valve is fully open Turn control knob clockwise A N to the OFF position Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety in formati
48. p of screen Discard screws Lift fireplace screen up and pull out to remove 2 Remove screws that attach log base assembly to fireplace see Figure 31 Carefully lift up log base assembly and remove from fireplace see Figure 31 A CAUTION Do not pick up log base assembly by burners This could damage burners Only handle base by grates 3 Route flexible gas line provided by installer from manual shutoff valve to fireplace Route flexible gas supply line through one of the access holes NOTICE Most building codes do not permit concealed gas con nections A flexible gas line is provided to allow accessibility from the fireplace The flexible gas supply line connection to the manual shutoff valve should be accessible Figure 31 Removing Log Base Assembly From Fireplace 103413 OWNER S MANUAL 4 Attach a 45 flare union gas connector to flexible gas line from gas supply see Figure 32 Connect flare union to flex ible gas line attached to gas regulator of fireplace see Figure 32 5 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections below 6 Replace log base assembly back into fireplace Feed flexible gas line into fireplace base area while replacing log base assembly Make sure the entire flexible gas line is in fireplace base area Reattach log base assembly to fire place with screws removed in step 2 To Fireplace Gas Regulator Manual
49. pecial requirements for locating manual shutoff valve to fireplaces Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads This will prevent excess sealant from going into pipe Excess sealant in pipe could result in clogged fireplace valves A CAUTION Use pipe joint seal ant that is resistant to liquid pe troleum LP gas Install sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 30 Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning Locate sedi ment trap where trapped matter is not likely to freeze A sediment trap traps moisture and contaminants This keeps them from going into fireplace gas controls If sedi ment trap is not installed or is installed wrong fireplace may not run properly A G A Design Certified Manual Shutoff Valve With 1 8 NPT Tap q CCS From Gas R Meter 5 W C Approved to 10 5 Flexible W C Gas Line Pressure 3 Minimum n Pipe Nipple Cap Tee Joint Sediment Trap Figure 30 Gas Connection Purchase the optional A G A design cer tified manual shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories page 25 103413 INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY Installation Items Needed e 5 16 hex socket wrench or nut driver Phillips screwdriver sealant resistant to propane LP gas not provided 1 Remove fireplace screen Remove two screws that hold fireplace screen in place for shipping These screws are located near to
50. plies paint paint remover cigarette smoke cements and glues new carpet or textiles etc create fumes These fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors These odors will disappear over time OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Fireplace produces a clicking ticking noise just after burners are lit or shut off 1 Metal expanding while heating or con tracting while cooling 1 This iscommon with most fireplaces If noise is excessive contact qualified service person Fireplace produces unwanted odors 1 Fireplace burning vapors from paint 1 Open window and ventilate room Stop hair spray glues cleaners chemicals using odor causing products while fire new carpet etc See IMPORTANT place is running statement above 2 Gas leak See Warning statement 2 Locateandcorrectall leaks see Check above ing Gas Connections pages 15 and 16 Fireplace shuts off in use ODS operates 1 Not enough fresh air is available 1 Open window and or door for ventilation 2 Low line pressure 2 Contact local natural gas company 3 ODS pilot is partially clogged 3 Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 20 Gas odor even when control knobisinOFF 1 Gas leak See Warning statement 1 Locate andcorrectall leaks see Check position above ing Gas Connections pages 15 and 16 2 Control valve defective 2 Replace control valve Gas odor during combustion 1 Foreign matter between control valve 1 Take
51. r fireplace system is installed as a freestanding unit with an ac cessory mantel determine whether the power cord will exit the left side or the right side of the firebox In stall 1 plastic bushing provided into the 1 5 hole in the floor support bracket on the exit side see Figure 19 Install the second plastic bush ing provided into the 1 5 hole in the outer casing through which the power cord will exit Route power cord through both plastic bushings and plug the power cord into a prop erly grounded 3 prong wall recep tacle near the firebox b If your fireplace system installation is recessed you must install GA3555 Outlet kit with cover in your fireplace which will supply a convenient 3 prong grounded electrical outlet for your blower Refer to the installation manual provided with the model GA3555 accessory for instructions on wiring the duplex outlet Note A qualified installer must make all electrical connections 10 Check to make sure that the power cord is completely clear of the blower wheel and that there are no other foreign ob jects in blower wheel Turn blower on and check for operation Turn blower off by rotating knob fully counterclock wise before continuing 11 Peeloff the backing paper and stick the supplied wiring diagram decal on the firebox bottom approximately 12 in front of blower and 3 to the right of the blower speed control see Figure 20 AX WARNING Never touch the blower whee
52. s 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 in stalled through openings not furnished with doors are considered a part of the unconfined space This heater shall not be installed in a con fined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air Adjoining rooms are communicating only if there are doorless passageways or ventila tion grills between them 103413 OWNER S MANUAL AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued 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 ventilation grills between the rooms 1 Determine the volume of the space length x width x height Length x Width x Height cu ft volume of space Example Space size 22 ft length x 18 ft width x 8 ft ceiling height 3168 cu ft volume of space If additional ventilation to adjo
53. see Figure 21 A Clearances from the side of the fire place opening to any combustible wall should not be less than 16 inches for a cabinet mantel or 12 inches for a cor ner installation B Clearances from the top of the fireplace opening to the ceiling should not be less than 42 inches MINIMUM CLEARANCE Side Wall 16 Ceiling 42 Floor 0 42 Note Clearances are the same if using optional cabinet mantel or built in installation Figure 21 Minimum Clearance to Wall and Ceiling CONVENTIONAL FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Conventional installation of this fireplace involves installing fireplace along with the cabinet mantel and hearth base accessory against a wall in your home Follow the instructions below to install the fireplace in this manner A WARNING For conventional installation it is recommended you use the cabinet mantel or hearth bases specified in this manual Surface clearances may not be sufficient with other cabi net mantels and hearth bases This may create a fire hazard See Accessories page 25 for correct mantels and hearth bases Note The instructions below show installa tion using the GMC11F GMC12U GCM13F series cabinet mantel and the GC3333F GC3334U GC3335F series hearth base accessories see Accessories page 25 A brass trim kit is included with each mantel accessory The
54. stat blower will not turn on and offat the same time The fireplace may run for several minutes before the blower turns on After the heater modu lates 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 Note Periodically check the louvers of the firebox and remove any dust dirt or other obstructions Comfort Glow CGFP28N and CGFP28NT UNVENTED VENT FREE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING GA3650T BLOWER ACCESSORY For CGFP28PT Model Only NOTICE Shut off gas supply and disconnect heater from gas sup ply Contact a qualified service person to do this i Remove fireplace screen see Figure 15 WARNING You must operate this fireplace with the fireplace Screen in place Make sure fire place screen is in place before running fireplace If logs are installed carefully remove the logs and set aside noting the prop erly mounted location of each Remove screws that attach log base as sembly to fireplace Carefully lift up log base assembly and remove from fire place taking care to pull flexible gas line through the access holes see Figure 16 A CAUTION Do not pick up log base assembly by burners This could damage burners Only handle base by grates
55. t step 18 5 Slightly depress and turn control knob counterclockwise y N to the PILOT position Press in control knob for five 5 seconds see Fig ure 42 Note If running fireplace for first time there will be air in gas line You may need to press in control knob for 30 seconds or longer This will allow 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 6 Continue pressing control knob in Press and release ignitor button This will light pilot The pilot is attached to the front burner If needed keep press ing ignitor button until pilot lights Note If pilot does not stay lit con tact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs Until repairs are made light pilot with match To light pilot with match see Manual Light ing Procedure page 19 7 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 8 Slightly depress and turn control knob counterclockwise p to the HIGH position Both burners should light Set control knob to de sired heat setting Control Knob e Ignitor Button Figure 42 Control Knob and Ignitor Button Location Ignitor Electrode Figure 43 Pilot 103413 OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued B VARIABLE CONTROL OPERATION The variable co
56. ter of BLOWER ACCESSORY firebox wrapper rear wall Discard this cover plate For CGFP28P Model Only NOTICE Shut off gas supply and disconnect heater from gas sup ply Contact a qualified service person to do this 8 Mount the supplied thermostatic switch and cover assembly into firebox wrap per wall Do this by feeding terminal ends of wire harness into the hole Al low wires to fall to bottom of firebox cavity see Figure 11 1 Remove fireplace screen see Figure 7 9 Wein tines sci wediom step Jota Flexible Gas Line switch and cover assembly to firebox Figure 8 Removing Log Base from A Fireplace WARNING You must operate wrapper rear wall Tighten screws this fireplace with the fireplace firmly see Figure 11 screen in place Make sure fire 10 Mount selector switch to front flange place screen is in place before of left floor support bracket Align running fireplace graphics on switch upright and push ae xhaus firmly to snap switch into rectangular hole Push the selector switch to the off middle position see Figure 10 2 If logs are installed carefully remove the logs and set aside noting the prop erly mounted location of each WARNING Failure to connect 3 Remove screws that attach log base as sembly to fireplace do not discard Carefully lift up log base assembly and remove from fireplace taking care to pull fl
57. tern Theincorrect pilot flameis nottouch ing the thermocouple This will cause the thermocouple to cool When the thermo couple cools the fireplace will shutdown If pilot flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 44 e turn fireplace off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 17 Thermostat con trolled models or column 1 this page Manually controlled models seeTroubleshooting pages 21 through 23 Pilot Burner Thermocouple Figure 44 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Thermocouple Pilot Burner Figure 45 Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern FRONT BURNER FLAME PATTERN Figure 46 shows correct front burner flame pattern Figure 47 shows incorrect front burner flame pattern The incorrect burner flame pattern shows yellow tipping attop of blue flame Av WARNING If front burner flame pattern shows yellow tip ping your fireplace could pro duce increased levels of carbon monoxide Follow instructions at bottom ofthis page Yellow flame on rear burner is normal NOTICE Do not mistake orange flames with yellow tipping Dirt or other fine particles are burned by fireplace causing brief patches of orange flame If front burner flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 47 e turn fireplace off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 17 Thermostat con trolled models or column 1 this page Manually controlled models seeTroubleshooting pages 21 through 23 NS n e DP
58. 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 Itis your guide to safe and proper operation of this fireplace Ay WARNING Any change to this fireplace or its controls can be dangerous 1 This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases 2 10 If you smell gas shut off gas supply do not try to light any appliance do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions if you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department This fireplace shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom Never install the fireplace in a recreational vehicle e where curtains furniture clothing or other flammable objects are less than 42 inches from the front top or sides of the fireplace in high traffic areas in windy or drafty areas 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 vermiculite or rock wool Using these added items can cause sooting Do not add lava rock around base Rock and debris could fall into the control area of fireplace You must operate t
59. tion for required size of ventilation grills or ducts AX WARNING Rework work sheet adding the space of the adjoining unconfined space The combined spaces must have enough fresh air to supply all appliances in both spaces Ventilation Air From Outdoors Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts You must provide two per manent 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 IMPORTANT Do not provide openings for inlet or outlet air into attic if attic has a thermostat controlled power vent Heated air entering the attic will activate the power vent Ventilation Grills Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Into Adjoining Room Room Option 2 Option 1 Remove Door into Adjoining Room Option O 3 Figure 3 Ventilation Air from Inside Building N Ventilated Attic Outlet Air To Attic Inlet Air Ventilated Inlet Air Crawl Space Figure 4 Ventilation Air from Outdoors 6 103413 INSTALLATION NOTICE This heater is intended foruseas supplemental heat Use this heater along with your pri mary heating system Do not in stall this heater as your primary heat sour
60. turning the control knob An op tional manually controlled blower GA3750 is available see Accessories page 25 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AX WARNING This heater shall not be installed in a confined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ventila tionair Readthefollowing instruc tions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel burning appli ances in your home Today s homes are built more energy effi cient than ever New materials increased insulation and new construction methods helpreduce heatlossin homes Home owners weather strip and caulk around windows and doors to keep the cold air out and the warm air in During heating months home owners want their homes as airtight as possible While it is good to make your home energy efficient your home needs to breathe Fresh air must enter your home All fuel burning appliances need fresh air for proper com bustion and ventilation Exhaust fans fireplaces clothes dryers and fuel burning appliances draw air from the house to operate You must provide ad equate 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 NFPA 54 ANS Z223 1 Sec tion 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation All spaces in homes fall into one of the three following ventil
61. ve door to adjoin ing room or add ventilation grills between rooms See Ventilation Air from Inside Building page 6 B Ventroom directly to the outdoors See Ventilation Air from Outdoors page 6 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 space is an unconfined space You will need no additional fresh air ventilation A WARNING If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that defined as an unconfined space or if the building is of unusually tight construction provide adequate combustion and ventilation air by one of the methods described in the National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223 1 1992 Section 5 3 or applicable local codes Continued 103413 5 Comfort Glow CGFP28N and CGFP28NT UNVENTED VENT FREE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued VENTILATION AIR Ventilation Air From Inside Building This fresh air would come from an adjoining unconfined space When ventilating to an adjoining unconfined space you must pro vide 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 and 2 Figure 3 Youcan also remove door into adjoining room see op tion 3 Figure 3 Follow the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 ANS Z223 1 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventila

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