Vanguard Heating VYGF33NRA Indoor Fireplace User Manual
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1. Press in and turn control knob clock wise N to the OFF position Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any 10 Note You may be running this heater for the first time after hook ing up to gas supply If so the con trol knob may need to be pressed in for 30 seconds or more This will al low air to bleed from the gas system With control knob pressed in press and release ignitor 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 on page 15 Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob If control knob does not pop out when released contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs Note If pilot goes out repeat steps 4 through 8 Slightly push in and turn control knob counterclockwise to the ON position Wait one minute and switch selector switch to the ON position to light burners C Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand don t try to repair it call a qualified service technician or gas supplier Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explo2. The slim hearth base allows you to further customize your fireplace Dimensions WxHxD 41 7 s x 5 8 x 10 BLOWER ACCESSORY GA3700 SERIES AND GA3700T SERIES Manual variable control and automatic ther mostat variable control A blower will in crease air flow to maximize heat distribution 22 CORNER MANTEL GM200F Series Walnut Finished GM201U Series Unfinished GM202F Series Oak Finished Shown with optional laminate mantel trim accessory Dimensions WxHxD 60 7 s x 48 3 4 x 34 5 8 CORNER HEARTH BASE G3008F Series Walnut Finished G3009U Series Unfinished G3010F Series Oak Finished The corner hearth base is designed for use with the corner mantels to create a hand some riser for the fireplace Dimensions WxHxD 52 2 x 6 x 23 3 4 105269 ACCESSORIES Continued Mantel Trim Hearth Base Trim LAMINATE TRIM FOR HEARTH OR MANTEL G3002J Series Jade Marble Laminate Mantel Trim G3003J Series Jade Marble Laminate Hearth Base Trim G3002S Series Sandstone Marble Laminate Mantel Trim G3003S Series Sandstone Marble Laminate Hearth Base Trim G3002B Series Black Onyx Marble Laminate Trim G3003B Series Black Onyx Marble Laminate Hearth Base Trim Mantel trim for cabinet or corner mantel Hearth base trim for hardwood hearth bases 105269 OWNER S MANUAL RECEIVER AND
3. 4 500 feet could cause pilot outage 105269 OWNER S MANUAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION One Piece Log Set Optional Remote Control Control Knobs Piezo Ignitor Remote Selector Switch Optional Figure 1 Log Base Assembly Top Outer Casing Top Louver Assembly RN Firebox Hood Firebox Support Screen Assembly Bottom Louver Assembly Blower Assembly Figure 2 Fireplace Optional 105269 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 1 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 AX WARNING Do not remove the metal data plates attached to the heater base assembly The data plates contain important warranty information 1 With utility knife cut the carton all the way around above the staples on the bottom tray Lift the carton off the heater Remove packing Note The hood is located in the packing on the right hand side of the heater front Lift the heater off the bottom tray 2 Locate two screws above top corners of the fireplace screen Remove and discard these screws Lift fireplace screen up and pull out to remove 3 Remove protective packaging applied to l
4. HAND HELD THERMOSTAT REMOTE CONTROL KIT GHRCT SERIES For all models Allows the gas log heater to be operated in a manually or thermostati cally controlled mode You can turn the gas log heater on and off without ever leaving the comfort of your easy chair RECEIVER AND HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROL KIT GHRC SERIES For all models Allows the gas log heater to be turned on and off by using a hand held remote control 23 WALL MOUNT THERMOSTAT SWITCH GWMT1 Not Shown For all models The desired comfort setting can be selected on the wall thermostat and the log heater will automatically cycle from pilot to the heat setting selected WALL MOUNT ON OFF SWITCH GWMS2 Not Shown For all models Allows the gas log heater to be turned on and off with a wall switch FIREBOX BRICK LINER G8000 SERIES Not Shown Ceramic fiber firebox liner adds the look of real brick BRASS TRIM ACCESSORY GA6090 Not Shown Included with accessory mantels DUPLEX OUTLET KIT GA3555 Not Shown For built in installation when accessory blowers are used VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN REMOTE READY MODEL VYGF33NRA 24 105269 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 20 of this manual REMOTE READY MODEL VYGF33NRA KEY
5. location Cut an ac cess hole in hearth top to run gas line to fireplace see Figure 9 Make sure to locate access hole so cabinet mantel will cover it when installed Note You can secure base to floor using wood screws Countersink screw heads and putty over 5 Route gas line through access hole in hearth base 6 Center cabinet mantel on hearth base see Figure 10 Make sure mantel is flush against wall 7 Break off nailing flanges see Figure 11 page 9 with hammer or pliers 8 Place cardboard or other protective material on top of hearth base Care fully set fireplace on protective mate rial with back of fireplace inside man tel opening If blower is installed route blower elec trical cord through access holes in ei ther side of fireplace Note Bushing may be moved if necessary Plug elec trical cord into electrical outlet Electrical Outlet Gas Line Access Hole Flexible Hearth Gas Line Base Figure 9 Placing Hearth Base Accessory Against Wall lt Cabinet Mantel Figure 10 Installing Cabinet Mantel 105269 INSTALLATION Continued 10 Carefully insert fireplace into cabinet mantel Be careful not to scratch or damage hearth base cabinet mantel or any laminate trim on hearth base Re move protective material from top of hearth base and from front of fireplace if any Note You can secure fireplace to
6. mantel above built in fireplace you must meet minimum clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening If your installation does not meet the below minimum clearances you must raise the mantel to an acceptable height OR remove the mantel Wall board or facing material above firebox may be of combustible material including decorative mantel ornaments or other similar projec tions off of the facing Mantel Shelf material Framing Material f Noncombustible Material May Project Off this Surface above the Firebox Hood 13 16 19 21 Note All vertical Wire mesh measurements are Screen Supplied Firebox from top of fireplace Hood Must Be hood opening to bottom Used at All Times of mantel shelf These minimum clearances replace any other recommended clearances supplied with your ANS Z21 11 2 approved gas logs Figure 16 Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built In Installation INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION A WARNING This appliance re quires a 1 2 NPT National Pipe Thread inlet connection to the pressure regulator A WARNING A qualified ser vice person must connect fire place to gas supply Follow all local codes Installation Items Needed Before installing fireplace make sure you have the items listed below e piping check local codes e sealant resistant to propane LP gas e equipment shu
7. 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 cre ate soot We recommend that you clean the unit every three months during operation and have heater inspected yearly by a quali fied 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 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 acan please 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 31 3 Blow air through the ports slots and holes in the burner 105269 OWNER S MANUAL 4 Check the injector holder located at the end of the burner tube again Remove any lar
8. 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation 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 Follow the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 ANS 2223 1 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventila tion grills or ducts IMPORTANT Do not provide openings for inlet or outlet air into attic if attic has a thermo stat controlled power vent Heated air enter ing the attic will activate the power vent Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Or Room Option 1 REMOVE Door into Adjoining Room Option O 3 Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Room Option 2 Figure 3 Ventilation Air from Inside Building LS Ventilated Outlet i Air Attic Outlet Air To Attic g AEBS To Crawl Space Inl
9. EPLACE 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 supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas sup plier call the fire department LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING You must operate this heater with the fireplace screen in place Make sure fire place screen is in place before running heater NOTICE During initial operation of new heater burning logs will give off a paper burning smell Open damper or window to vent smell This will only last a few hours STOP Read the safety information column 1 Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open Set switch to OFF position WARNING Burners will come on automatically within one minute when the selector switch is in the ON position after the pilot is lit
10. NO PARTNUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY 102785 03 Log Golden Oak 103779 01 ODS Pilot NG 098249 01 ODS Nut 100609 01 Pilot Tube Regulator to Pilot 104229 01 Burner Outlet Tube 102843 01 Burner Clip 099056 26 Burner Orifice Injector 102772 01 Burner M11084 38 Screw 8 x 38 104236 01CK Painted Base Assy M12461 26 Screw 10 x 32 104238 01CK Firebox Bottom 103284 03 Wiring Harness 098265 02 Elbow Male 103782 01 Valve Bracket 103781 01 Gas Control Valve 098271 03 Ignitor Cable 102445 01 Piezo Ignitor 098304 01 Screw 099998 01 Switch 104241 01 Remote Switch Bracket 103587 01CK Switch Plate 097809 02 Male Connector 101628 03 Flexible Connector Hose M50104 02 Bushing M11084 26 Screw 10 x 38 099918 02 Pilot Regulator 099387 07 Pilot Tube Valve to Regulator 901063 01 3 8 Flare x 1 2 NPT oo O O GQ PS w ok Cp A EE AES Sk u EO EK uwa E yutu nnn nnn Sbi as NS SS ku EE 2k Nar aa 097555 01 Caution Decal 104354 08 Information Video 105269 25 hl o lt l a Lud Lis y lt o ral lt x P lt z Q Lu lt Lud gt lt a lt o P gt x lt l q g c5 Aua x lt s lt lt H a m E 105269 26 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 20 of this ma
11. PARTS UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product If they can t supply original replacement part s call DESA International s Techni cal Service Department at 1 800 323 5190 When calling DESA International have ready your name and address model and serial numbers of your heater how heater was malfunctioning type of gas used propane LP 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 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 Interna tional have ready model number of your heater the replacement part number TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about in stallation operation or troubleshooting If so contact DESA International s Techni cal Service Department at 1 800 DESA LOG 1 800 337 2564 You can also visit DESA International s technical services web site at www desatech com 105269 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE AX WARNING Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning A CAUTION You must keep con trol areas burner and circulating air passageways of heater clean Inspect these areas of heater be fore each use Have heater in spected yearly by a qualified ser vice person Heater may
12. REPLACE OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued In the ON mode the burners will ignite The heater is in manual mode when ON is lit In the AUTO mode the thermostat in the hand held remote unit con trols the room temperature To in crease the room temperature press the top arrow of the TEMP button To lower the room temperature press the bottom arrow of the TEMP button At higher settings the heater will run longer IMPORTANT This remote control has been specially engineered to take an air temperature sample ev ery minute in the auto mode It will not respond immediately to the temperature setting being turned up or down IMPORTANT The hand held re mote control unit must be near the heater Do not keep the hand held remote control unit too close to the heater The thermostat on the hand held remote control unit will heat up too quickly and turn the heater off 3 To turn the burner off press the AUTO ON OFF button until OFF lights The pilot will remain lit IMPORTANT To turn the pilot off manually turn the control knob on the heater to the OFF position Shows Temperature NS Setting T The Log Heater will Automatically Cycle between Pilot and the Heat Setting that has been Selected COOLER AUTO ON OFF Q Locate the blower switch by opening lower louver on fireplace Blower switch is lo cated at lower right inside louver door The GA3700T Series thermostat con trol
13. THE PRODUCT AND DESA INTERNATIONAL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSO EVER 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 INTERNATIONAL 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 www desatech com 105269 01 Rev D NOT A UPC laa
14. VANGUARD UNVENTED VENT FREE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL VYGF33NRA REMOTE READY GAS FIREPLACE e SYSTEM ES Patent Pending Shown with optional cabinet mantel hearth base and trim accessories WARNING If the information in this manual is not WARNING Improper installation followed exactly a fire or explosion may result caus adjustment alteration service or ing property damage personal injury or loss of life maintenance can cause injury or iat ei l property damage Refer to this Donotstore oruse gasoline or otherflammable manualfor correctinstallation and vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any operational procedures For as other appliance sistance or additional information WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS consult a qualified installer ser Do not try to light any appliance vice agency or the gas supplier Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building a Immediately call your gas supplier from a WARNING This is an unvented neighbor s phone Follow the gas gas fired heater It uses all oxy supplier s instructions gen from the room in which it is If you cannot reach your gas supplier call installed Provisions for adequate the fire department combustion and ventilation air must be provided Refer to Air for Combustion an
15. al Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223 1 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 aggre gate 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 con sidered 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 105269 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 ce
16. al Gas Natural gas is 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 A WARNING Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous AX WARNING Do not allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns Ceiling fans can create drafts that alter burner flame patterns Altered burner patterns can cause sooting A WARNING Do not use a blower insert heat exchanger insert or other accessory not ap proved for use with this heater 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 be come very hot when running fire place Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing ignition Fire place will remain hot for a time after shut down Allow surfaces to cool before touching Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room with fireplace When using the optional hand held remote accessory keep selector sw
17. antel with hearth base accessories against a wall in your home Follow the instructions below to install the fireplace in this manner Note The instructions below show installa tion using the cabinet mantel and the G3000F G3001U G3004W G3006F G3007U series hearth base accessories The hearth base accessory shown is optional for this installation You can install fireplace and cabinet corner mantel directly on the floor The corner mantel accessory cannot be installed with the G3000F G3001U G3004W G3006F G3007U hearth bases The corner mantel can be paired with the G3008F G3009U G3010F corner hearth base If mounting fireplace and cabinet or corner mantel to the floor an optional G3005 Slim Base kit may be installed 1 Assemble cabinet mantel hearth base and trim accessories Assembly instruc tions are included with each accessory 2 When installing blower install a prop erly grounded 120 volt three prong electrical outlet at fireplace location if an outlet is not there If possible lo cate outlet so cabinet mantel will cover it when installed see Figure 9 3 Install gas piping to fireplace location This installation includes an approved flexible gas line Gf allowed by local codes after the equipment shutoff valve The flexible gas line must be the last item installed on the gas piping See Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Lo cation pages 10 and 11 4 Place hearth base accessory against wall at installation
18. be presented This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser This warranty covers the cost of part s required to restore this heater to proper operating condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a DESA Authorized Service Center Warranty part s MUST be obtained through authorized dealers of this product and or DESA International who will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty The heater MUST be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with all local codes and instructions furnished with the unit This warranty does not apply to parts that are not in original condition because of normal wear and tear or parts that fail or become damaged as a result of misuse accidents lack of proper maintenance or defects caused by improper installation Travel diagnostic cost labor transportation and any and all such other costs related to repairing a defective heater will be the responsibility of the owner TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THE LAW OF THE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTIES AND LIMITS THE DURATION OF ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTA BILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO FOUR 4 YEARS ON ALL COMPONENTS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST PURCHASE AND DESA INTERNATIONAL S LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF
19. d Ventilationsec tion on page 4 of this manual Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located manufac tured 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 VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE SAFETY INFORMATION A WARNINGS IMPORTANT Read this owner s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble operate or service this fireplace Improper use of this fireplace can cause seri ous injury or death from burns fire explosion electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning AX DANGER Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu with headaches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs the fireplace may not be working properly Get fresh air at once Have fireplace serviced Some people are more af fected by carbon monoxide than others These include pregnant women people with heart or lung disease or anemia those under the influ ence of alcohol and those at high altitudes Natur
20. e pages 8 through 10 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 21 or replace burner orifice White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture When heated vapors from furniture pol ish wax carpet cleaners etc turn into white powder residue Turn heater off when using furniture pol ish wax cleaners or similar products Remote does not function GHRC and GHRCT only Battery is not installed Battery power is low www desatech com 18 Replace 9 volt batteries in receiver and remote control 105269 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OWNER S MANUAL building A WARNING If you smell gas Shut off gas supply Do not try to light any appliance e Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your Immediately call your gas supplier from aneighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department IMPORTANT Operating fireplace where impurities in air exist may create odors Cleaning supplies paint paint remover cigarette smoke cements and glues new carpet or textiles etc create fumes These fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors These odors will disappear over time OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Fireplace produces a clicking ticking noise just after burners are lit or shut off 1 Metal expanding whi
21. er Figure 19 Attaching Flexible Gas Lines Together Continued VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 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 3 5 kPa 1 1 Close equipment shutoff valve see Fig ure 20 Pressurize supply piping system by ei ther using compressed air or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter Check all joints from gas meter to equipment shutoff valve see Figure 21 Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Closed Disconnect fireplace and its individual equipment shutoff valve from gas sup ply piping system Pressures in excess of 1 2 psig will damage fireplace gas regulator Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve was con nected Pressurize supply piping system by ei ther using compressed air or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter Check all joints of gas supply piping system Apply mixture
22. et Air Ventilated Inlet Air Crawl Space Figure 4 Ventilation Air from Outdoors 105269 INSTALLATION NOTICE This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat Use this heater along with your pri mary heating system Do not in stall 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 circu late 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 ser vice person must install fireplace Follow all local codes Ay WARNING Never install the fireplace in a bedroom or bathroom in a recreational vehicle 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 A CAUTION This fireplace cre ates warm air 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 Note Your fireplace is designed to be used in zero clearance installations Wall or fram ing material can be placed directly against an
23. ge particles of dust dirt lint or pet hair with a soft cloth or vacuum cleaner nozzle 5 Blow air into the primary air holes on the injector holder 6 Incase any large clumps of dust have now been pushed into the burner repeat steps 3 and 4 Clean the pilot assembly also A yellow tip on the pilot flame indicates dust and dirt in the pilot assembly There is a small pilot air inlet hole about two inches from where the pilot flame comes out of the pilot assembly see Figure 32 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 Injector Holder May Be Brass Burner or Aluminum Tube i Depending on Model Primary Air Inlet ff Holes Shape of Holes May Vary by Model Figure 31 Injector Holder On Outlet Burner Tube Ports Slots Burner Tube Pilot Assembly Pilot Air Inlet Hole Figure 32 Pilot Inlet Air Hole 21 LOGS Ifyou remove logs for cleaning refer to Installing Logs page 13 to properly re place logs Replace log s if broken or chipped dime sized or larger MAIN BURNER Periodically inspect all burner flame holes with the heater running All slotted burner flame holes should be open with yellow flame present All round burner flame holes should be open with a small blue flame present Some burner flame holes may be come blocked by debris or rust with no flame present If so tur
24. he GA3700 Series blower operates manually and also features a variable speed control The blower circulates heated air from the fireplace into the room See Accessories pages 22 and 23 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 ven tilation 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 effi cient than ever New materials increased insulation and new construction methods help reduce heat loss in homes Home owners weather strip and caulk around windows and doors to keep the cold air out and the warm air in During heating months home owners want their homes as airtight as possible While it is good to make your home energy efficient your home needs to breathe Fresh air must enter your home All fuel burning appliances need fresh air for proper 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 a
25. hearth or floor Open lower louver Locate screw holes in bottom of base Tighten wood screws through these holes and into hearth or floor 11 Attach gas line from fireplace gas regu lator to gas supply See Connecting Fireplace to Gas Supply page 11 12 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections page 12 Nailing Flanges Figure 11 Location of Nailing Flanges f Figure 12 Inserting Fireplace Into Cabinet Mantel 105269 OWNER S MANUAL BUILT IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Built in installation of this fireplace involves installing fireplace into a framed in enclo sure This makes the front of fireplace flush with wall If installing a mantel above the fireplace you must follow the clearances shown in Figure 16 page 10 Follow the instructions below to install the fireplace in this manner Actual Framing 32 3 3 33 34 546 351 16 11 4 17 3 4 Height Front Width Depth 1 Frame in rough opening Use dimen sions shown in Figure 13 for the rough opening If installing in a corner use dimen sions shown in Figure 14 for the rough opening The height is 33 which is the same as the wall opening above 2 If using blower install and properly ground GA3555 three prong 120 volt electrical outlet in fireplace Follo
26. iling height 3168 cu ft volume of space If additional ventilation to adjoining 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 Gas furnace Btu Hr Example Vented gas heater Btu Hr Gas water heater 40 000 Btu Hr Gas fireplace logs Btu Hr Vent free fireplace 33 000 Btu Hr Other gas appliances Btu Hr Total 73 000 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 73 000 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
27. im firmly into place sliding hanging notches over hanging screws lt ee f SSFSEN Hanging RLI L al Screws Hanging Notches on Trim Assembled SS Brass Trim Figure 7 Attaching Brass Trim to Fireplace 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 Clearances For Side Combustible Material Side Wall and Ceiling A Clearances from the side of the fireplace cabinet to any combustible material and wall should follow diagram in Figure 8 Example The face of a mantel book shelf etc is made of combustible ma terial and protrudes 3 2 from the wall This combustible material must be 4 from the side of the fireplace opening see Figure 8 B Clearances from the top of the fireplace opening to the ceiling should not be less than 42 inches 7 12 4 10 2 85 4 Example gt 51 4 i 3k Q 13 4 7 8 716 FIREBOX 5 1 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 INCHES Minimum 16 inches from Side Wall Figure 8 Minimum Clearance for Combustible to Wall CONVENTIONAL FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Conventional installation of this fireplace involves installing fireplace along with the corner face or cabinet m
28. itch in the off position to prevent children from turning on burners with remote You must operate this fireplace with the fireplace screen and hood in place Make sure fire place screen and hood are in place before running fireplace Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable va pors and liquids 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 If you smell gas shut off gas supply do not try to light any appliance not use any phone in your building gas supplier s instructions call the fire department This fireplace shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom do not touch any electrical switch do immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the if you cannot reach your gas supplier 10 11 12 13 14 15 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 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 era
29. l hood to top of firebox as shown in Figure 5 Use 3 Phillips screws provided Figure 5 Installing Hood to Firebox ASSEMBLING AND ATTACHING OPTIONAL BRASS TRIM Included with Mantel Accessory IMPORTANT If you are recessing the fire box in a wall do not attach brass trim at this time See page 9 Note The instructions below show assem bling and attaching brass trim to fireplace 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 6 4 Slide one end of adjusting plate shim in slot on mitered edge of top brass trim see Figure 6 5 Slide other end of adjusting plate shim in slot on mitered edge of side brass trim see Figure 6 6 While firmly holding edges of brass trim together tighten both set screws on the adjusting plate with slotted screwdriver 7 Repeat steps through 6 for other side Set Screws 7 Side Brass aes Trim ae Tri Adjusting um Plate Shim X Slot Slot Mitered Edge Figure 6 Assembling Brass Trim Continued VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued 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 fire place see Figure 7 Push tr
30. le heating or con tracting while cooling 1 This is common with most fireplaces If noise is excessive contact qualified ser vice person Fireplace produces unwanted odors Fireplace burning vapors from paint hair spray glues cleaners chemicals new carpet etc see IMPORTANT statement above Gas leak See Warning statement above Open window and ventilate room Stop using odor causing products while fire place is running Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 12 Fireplace shuts off in use ODS operates WNrR Not enough fresh air is available Low line pressure ODS pilot is partially clogged Open window and or door for ventilation Contact local natural gas company Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 21 Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position Gas leak See Warning statement above Control valve defective Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 12 Replace control valve Gas odor during combustion Foreign matter between control valve and burner Gas leak See Warning statement above Take apart gas tubing and remove for eign matter Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 12 Dark residue on logs or inside of fireplace Note After removing all causes of residue deposits completely clean fireplace and ap p
31. led blower has a variable speed con trol with an ON OFF switch The blower will start when the thermostat senses a sufficient increase in firebox temperature The GA3700 variable speed blower also has an ON OFF switch built into the vari able speed control Note for GA3700T Series Only If you are using GA3700T blower your fire place and 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 con tinue to run The blower will shut off after the firebox temperature decreases OPTIONAL BLOWER OPERATION Note It is safe to operate fireplace with blower turned off However the blower helps distribute heated air from the fireplace Follow installation instructions included with the blower accessory Increases Room Temperature in AUTO Mode Decreases Room Temperature in AUTO Mode Turns Burners On or Off and Allows You to Choose the Auto Setting Figure 28 Thermostat Hand Held Remote Control Unit Selections GHRCT Series Only INSPECTING BURNERS Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 29 shows acorrect pilot flame pattern Figure 30 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern The incorrect pilot flame is not prop erly heating the thermocouple When the thermocouple cools the heater will shut down If pilot flame pattern is incorrect a
32. liance ofall residue before reusing appliance 105269 Improper log placement Drafts or other air currents affecting flame pattern Air holes at burner inlet blocked Burner flame holes blocked www desatech com 19 Properly locate logs see Installing Logs page 13 Eliminate source of drafts around heater Clean out air holes at burner inlet Peri odically repeat as needed Remove blockage or replace burner VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE WIRING DIAGRAM Note For proper operation of optional ac cessories the wires from the switch to the control must be connected exactly as shown SPECIFICATIONS VYGF33NRA Remote Ready Btu Variable 20 000 30 000 Type Gas Natural Gas Only Ignition Piezo Pressure Manifold 3 5 W C Inlet Gas Pressure in of water Maximum 10 5 Minimum Ble Shipping Weight 122 lbs For input adjustment SERVICE HINTS When Gas Pressure Is Too Low pilot will not stay lit burners will have delayed ignition heater will not produce specified heat When Gas Quality Is Bad pilot will not stay lit burners will produce flames and soot heater will backfire when lit You may feel your gas pressure is too low or gas quality is bad If so contact your local natural gas supplier REPLACEMENT PARTS Note Use only original replacement parts This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty
33. lly pressed in Control knob not pressed in long enough Equipment shutoff valve not fully open Pilot flame not touching thermocouple which allows thermocouple to cool causing pilot flame to go out This prob lem could be caused by one or both of the following A Low gas pressure B Dirty or partially clogged ODS pilot Thermocouple connection loose at con trol valve Thermocouple damaged Control valve damaged www desatech com 17 Press in control knob fully 2 After ODS pilot lights keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds Fully open equipment shutoff valve A Contact local natural gas company B Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 21 or replace ODS pilot assembly Hand tighten until snug then tighten 1 4 turn more Replace thermocouple Replace control valve Continued VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Burner does not light after ODS pilot is lit 1 Burner orifice clogged 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte 2 Inlet gas pressure is too low 3 4 Thermopile leads disconnected or im Burner orifice diameter is too small properly connected Burners will not come on in remote position nance page 21 or replace burner orifice 2 Contact local natural gas company 3 4 Reconnect leads see Wiring Diagram Replace burner orifice page 20 Replace batte
34. n off heater and let cool Either remove blockage or replace burner Blocked burner flame holes will create soot VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE ACCESSORIES Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer If they can not supply these accessories call DESA International s Sales Department at 1 800 432 2382 for information You can also write to the ad dress listed on the back page of this manual CABINET MANTEL GM100F Series Walnut Finished GM101U Series Unfinished GM106F Series Oak Finished with Medium Stain GM107U Series Unfinished GM102W Series Off White Paint Shown with optional base and laminate hearth and mantel trim accessories Dimensions WxHxD 56 7 4 x 48 3 4 x 20 5 8 EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE GA5010 For all models Equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap Fits 1 2 NPT pipe HARDWOOD HEARTH BASE G3000F Series Walnut Finished G3001U Series Unfinished G3006F Series Oak Finished with Medium Stain G3007U Series Unfinished Oak G3004W Series Off White Finish The hearth base can be used with the cabinet mantels to create a handsome riser for the fireplace cannot be used with corner mantel Dimensions WxHxD 58 x 6 1 2 x 28 16 SLIM HEARTH BASE Not Shown G3005J Series Jade Marble Laminate G3005S Series Sandstone Marble Laminate G3005B Series Black Onyx Marble Laminate
35. nal injury Ay WARNING After installation and periodically thereafter check to ensure that no flame comes in contact with any log With the heater set to High check to see if flame contact any log If so repo sition logs according to the log installation instructions in this manual Flames contacting logs will create soot OWNER S MANUAL One Piece ge Log Set Section at Bottom of Log Set Burner Chassis U shaped Cutout in Chassis Figure 22 Installing One Piece Log Set One Piece Log Set Burner Ports Itis very important to install the logs exactly as instructed Do not modify logs Only use logs supplied with heater Figure 23 Installing One Piece Log Set 1 Place one piece log set on grate to fit Top View as illustrated in Figure 22 Make sure middle section at bottom of log set is seated into U shaped cutout in cen ter of chassis see Figure 23 IMPORTANT Make sure log does not cover any burner ports 2 Install fireplace screen by slipping notches of fireplace screen over screws on front of fireplace see Figure 24 WARNING You must operate this fireplace with the fireplace screen in place Make sure fire place screen is in place before running fireplace Screws for Mounting Screen Figure 24 Installing Fireplace Screen 105269 13 VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE OPERATING FIR
36. nd Ventilation All spaces in homes fall into one of the three following ventilation classifications 1 Unusually Tight Construction 2 Unconfined Space 3 Confined Space The information on pages 4 through 6 will help you classify your space and provide adequate ventilation Unusually Tight Construction The air that leaks around doors and win dows may provide enough fresh air for combustion and ventilation However in 4 buildings of unusually tight construction you must provide additional fresh air 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 6 x 10 kg per pa sec m or less with open ings 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 window and door frames be tween sole plates and floors be tween wall ceiling joints be tween wall panels at penetra tions for plumbing 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 Deter mining Fresh Air Flow for Fireplace Location on page 5 Confined Space and Unconfined Space The Nation
37. nual FIREPLACE VYGF33NRA KEY NO PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 101357 01 Top Outer Casing 103207 01 Outer Casing 102758 02CK Right Front Side 102759 02CK Left Front Side 098304 01 Phillips Pan Head Screw 10 104239 01CK Top Front Louver 101712 02 Firebox Hood 101348 01 Firebox Support 099230 02 Shoulder Screw 101872 03 Firebox Top 101346 01CK Outer Base 101838 03CJ Firebox Wrapper 101514 01CK Cover M11084 26 Hex Screw 10 104242 01CK Bottom Louvered Door 101727 03 Screen Assembly PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 101386 02 Louvered Door Hinge 101784 01 Magnet Catch 102307 01 Strike Plate oo O OQ G N 1 1 1 1 9 1 1 2 4 1 1 1 105269 27 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 NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for four 4 years from the date of first purchase provided that the product has been properly installed operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must
38. of an adjoining room If the extra space provides an unconfined space remove door to adjoin ing room or add ventilation grills between rooms See Ventilation Air from Inside Building page 6 B Vent room 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 2223 1 Section 5 3 or applicable local codes Continued 105269 5 VANGUARD UNVENTED 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
39. of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles form ing show a leak Correct all leaks at once Reconnect fireplace and equipment shutoff valve to gas supply Check re connected fittings for leaks Figure 20 Equipment Shutoff Valve Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections 1 Open equipment shutoff valve see Fig ure 20 2 Open main gas valve located on or near gas meter 3 Make sure control knob of fireplace is in the OFF position 4 Check all joints from equipment shutoff valve to gas control valve see Figure 21 Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak 5 Correct all leaks at once 6 Light fireplace see Operating Fire place pages 14 through 16 Check all other internal joints for leaks 7 Turn off fireplace see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 15 Gas Control Valve Figure 21 Checking Gas Joints S Equipment Shutoff SSS Valve Gas Meter 105269 INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING LOGS A WARNING Do not remove the metal data plates attached to the heater base assembly The data plates contain important warranty information A 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 perso
40. ogs log base assembly and fireplace 4 Remove fireplace hood from carton insert 5 Check all items for any shipping dam age If damaged promptly inform dealer where you bought fireplace VANGUARD UNVENTED 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 When used without the blower the fireplace requires no electricity making it ideal for emergency backup heat SAFETY DEVICE This fireplace has a pilot with an Oxygen Depletion Sensing ODS safety shutoff sys tem The ODS pilot is a required feature for vent free room heaters The ODS system shuts off the fireplace if there is not enough fresh air PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEM This fireplace has a piezo ignitor This sys tem requires no matches batteries or other sources to light fireplace OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL UNITS There are four optional remote controls that can be purchased separately for this log heater wall switch wall thermostat hand held ON OFF remote hand held thermostat remote See Accessories pages 22 and 23 OPTIONAL BLOWER ASSEMBLY GA3700 SERIES amp GA3700TA SERIES This fireplace accepts an optional blower assembly not included The GA3700TA Series blower operates thermostatically and features a variable speed control T
41. ructions supplied with GWMS2 NOTICE You must light the pilot before using the hand held re mote control unit See Lighting Instructions on page 14 Flame Adjustment Knob Control Knob in On Position 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 selector switch to the REMOTE position see Figure 27 Note The burners may light if hand held remote ON button was on when selector switch was last turned off You can now turn the burners on and off with the hand held remote control unit IMPORTANT Do not leave the selec tor switch in the REMOTE position when the pilot is not lit This will drain the battery IMPORTANT Be sure to press the ON OFF buttons on the hand held remote control unit for up to 3 sec onds to assure proper operation GHRC Series Operation 2a Press the ON OFF button to turn the burner on and off When turning burner off the pilot will remain lit GHRCT Series Operation 2b Press the AUTO ON OFF button on the hand held remote control see Figure 28 page 16 The lights to the left of the button will show AUTO ON or OFF ON OFF REMOTE Selector Switch in Remote Position Optional Remote Control Figure 27 Setting the Selector Switch Control Knob and Flame Adjustment Knob for Remote Operation Continued VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FI
42. ry in transmitter and receiver Delayed ignition burner Manifold pressure is too low Burner orifice clogged Contact local natural gas company Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 21 or replace burner orifice Burner backfiring during combustion Burner orifice is clogged or damaged Damaged burner Gas regulator defective Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 21 or replace burner orifice Replace damaged burner Replace gas control Slight smoke or odor during initial operation W Not enough air Gas regulator defective Residues from manufacturing processes and logs curing Check burner for dirt and debris If found clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 21 Replace gas control Problem will stop after a few hours of operation Moisture condensation noticed on windows Not enough combustion ventilation air Refer to Air for Combustion and Venti lation requirements page 4 Heater produces a whistling noise when burner is lit Turning control knob to HI position when burner is cold Air in gas line Air passageways on heater blocked Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice Turn control knob to LO position and let warm up for a minute Operate burner until air is removed from line Have gas line checked by local natural gas company Observe minimum installation clear ances se
43. s shown in Figure 30 turn heater off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 15 see Troubleshooting pages 17 through 19 Pilot Burner Figure 30 Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern BURNER PRIMARY AIR HOLES Air is drawn into the burner through the holes in the fitting at the burner entrance These holes may become blocked with dust or lint Periodically inspect these holes for any blockage and clean if needed Blocked air holes will create soot MAIN BURNER Periodically inspect all burner flame holes with the heater running All slotted burner flame holes should be open with yellow flame present All round burner flame holes should be open with a small blue flame present Some burner flame holes may be come blocked by debris or rust with no flame present If so turn off heater and let cool Either remove blockage or replace burner Blocked burner flame holes will create soot 105269 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 AX WARNING Turn off heater and letcool before servicing Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater A CAUTION Never use a wire needle or similar object to clean ODS pilot This can damage ODS pilot unit POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When igni
44. sion 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 Flame Adjustment Knob Figure 25 Control Knob and Ignitor Button Location Shown as Supplied No Control Options gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety in formation If you don t smell gas go to the next step Press in and turn control knob coun terclockwise y to the PILOT position Press in control knob for five 5 seconds see Figure 25 Ignitor Button g aa a gt Oe Lo Low A Control Knob 14 11 Set flame adjustment knob to any levelbetween Hl and LO CAUTION Do nottry to adjust heating levels by using the equip ment shutoff valve AUTO OFF ON Selector Switch 105269 OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued AX WARNING Make sure the selector switch is in the OFF po sition when you are away from home for long periods of time Heater will come on automati cally with selector switch in the ON position Pilot Burner Ignitor Electrode Figure 26 Pilot TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Heater 1 Turn control knob clockwise Z N to the OFF position 2a Set selector switch in the OFF position 2b If Using Optional Hand Held Re mo
45. t on flare threads CAUTION Use pipe joint seal ant that is resistant to liquid pe troleum LP gas We recommend that you install a sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 17 Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning Install in piping system between fuel supply andheater 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 CSA AGA Design Certified Equipment Shutoff Valve With 1 8 NPT Tap From Gas Meter 5 Pipe Cap Tee W C to Nipple Joint 10 5 W C Pressure Sediment Trap Figure 17 Gas Connection Purchase the optional CSA AGA design certifiedequipmentshutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories pages 22 and 23 105269 OWNER S MANUAL CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY Installation Items Needed 5 16 hex socket wrench or nut driver Phillips screwdriver sealant resistant to propane LP gas not provided 1 Remove fireplace screen Remove two screws that hold fireplace screen in place for shipping These screws are located near top of screen Discard screws Lift fireplace screen up and pull out to remove 2 Remove screws that attach log base assembly to fireplace see Figure 18 Carefully lift up log base assembl
46. te Set selector switch in the OFF position to keep from draining battery Shutting Off Burners Only pilot stays lit You may shut off the burners and keep the pilot lit by doing one of the following Turn control knob clockwise N to the PILOT position e Use remote control manual OFF button Set selector switch in the OFF position aa MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE 1 Follow steps 1 through 6 under Light ing Instructions page 14 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 under Lighting Instructions page 14 105269 OWNER S MANUAL ia OPTIONAL REMOTE OPERATION Note Allremote control accessories must be purchased separately see Accessories pages 22 and 23 Follow instructions in cluded with the remote control Thermostat Control Operation Optional GHRCT Series Only The ther mostat control setting on the remote con trol unit can be set to any comfort level between WARMER and COOLER The burners will turn on and off automati cally 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 in struction supplied with thermostat acces sory GWMT1 For wall switch operation follow inst
47. tion 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 21 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 This fireplace needs fresh air ventila tion 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 Combus tion and Ventilation pages 4 through 6 If fireplace keeps shutting off see Troubleshooting pages 17 through 19 Do not run fireplace e where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored under dusty conditions Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn paper or other objects Do not use fireplace if any part has been exposed to or under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to 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
48. toff valve test gauge connection sediment trap tee joint pipe wrench A CSA AGA design certified equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap is an accept able alternative to test gauge connection Purchase the optional CSA AGA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories pages 22 and 23 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 an equipment shutoff valve union and plugged 1 8 NPT tap Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up NPT tap must be upstream from fireplace see Figure 17 page 11 105269 INSTALLATION Continued IMPORTANT Install equipment shutoff valve in an accessible location The equip ment 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 threads This will prevent excess sealant from going into pipe Excess sealant in pipe could result in clogged fireplace valves Do not use sealan
49. tor button is pressed there is no spark at ODS pilot 1 2 S Q Ignitor electrode not connected to igni tor cable Ienitor cable pinched or wet Piezo ignitor nut is loose Broken ignitor cable Bad piezo ignitor Ignitor electrode broken Ignitor electrode positioned wrong 1 2 O Q Reconnect ignitor cable Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry Tighten nut holding piezo ignitor to base panel of log set Nut is located behind base panel Replace ignitor cable Replace piezo ignitor Replace piezo ignitor Replace piezo ignitor When ignitor button is pressed there is spark at ODS pilot but no ignition j Wn Gas supply turned off or equipment shutoff valve closed Control knob not in PILOT position Control knob not pressed in while in PILOT position Air in gas lines when installed ODS pilot is clogged Gas regulator setting is not correct Wn Turn on gas supply or open equipment shutoff valve Turn control knob to PILOT position Press in control knob while in PILOT position Continue holding down control knob Repeat igniting operation until air is removed Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 21 or replace ODS pilot assembly Replace gas control ODS pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released 105269 W sO Control knob not fu
50. w instructions included in kit see Acces sories pages 22 and 23 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 pip ing See Installing Gas Piping to Fire place Location pages 10 and 11 4 Carefully set fireplace in front of rough opening with back of fireplace inside wall opening 5 Attach flexible gas line to gas supply See Connecting Fireplace to Gas Sup ply page 11 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 15 8 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections page 12 9 Plug electrical cord into electrical out let installed in step 2 10 Install brass trim after final finishing and or painting of wall see Figure 7 page 8 33 L 35 1 2 gt Figure 13 Rough Opening for Installing in Wall 27 7 8 Figure 14 Rough Opening for Installing in Corner Nails or Wood Screws I a Nailing Flanges Figure 15 Attaching Fireplace to Wall Studs Continued VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Mantel Clearances for Built In Installation If placing
51. y and remove from fireplace see Figure 18 Note If adding the G8000 series brick liner accessory install it now Follow instruc tions in G8000 accessory kit A CAUTION Do not pick up log base assembly by burners This could damage burners Only handle base by grates Figure 18 Removing Log Base Assembly From Fireplace 3 Route gas line provided by installer from equipment shutoff valve to fire place 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 see Figure 19 The flexible gas supply line con nection to the equipment shutoff valve should be accessible 4 Attach the flexible gas line to gas sup ply see Figure 19 Check tightness of flexible gas line attached to gas regu lator of fireplace see Figure 19 5 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections page 12 6 Replace log base assembly back into fireplace Feed flexible gas line into fire place base area while replacing log base assembly Make sure the entire flexible gas line is in fireplace base area Reat tach log base assembly to fireplace with screws removed in step 2 To Fireplace I Gas Regulator Das Gas ine from Fireplace Gas Regulator NNS Equipment gee Shutoff Valve Provided by To Gas Installer Met
52. y 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 105269 OWNER S MANUAL Use the dimensions shown for rough openings to create the easiest installation See Built In Fireplace Installation pages 9 and 10 IMPORTANT Vent free heaters add mois ture to the air Although this is beneficial installing fireplace inrooms without enough 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 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 Models GA3700 Series and GA3700T Series Blower Accessories and GA3555 Internal Duplex Kit This fireplace accepts a blower assembly with an electrical cord The electrical cord is five feetin length You must locate fireplace within reach of a 120 volt grounded electri cal outlet If not you must install an electri cal outlet within reach of fireplace power cord The GA3555 outlet accessory may be used for built in applications with blower accessory installed INSTALLING HOOD Instal
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