Vanguard Heating VSGF28NTC Indoor Fireplace User Manual
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1. Open equipment shutoff valve see Fig ure 20 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 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 Correct all leaks at once Light fireplace see Operating Fire place pages 14 through 17 Check all other internal joints for leaks Turn off fireplace see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 15 Thermostat con trolled models or page 16 Manually controlled models Equipment Shutoff Valve Gas Meter Gas Control Valve Figure 21 Checking Gas Joints 107157 INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING LOGS AX WARNING Failure to position theparts inaccordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury CAUTION Do not remove the metal data plates attached to the heater base assembly The data plates contain important warranty information 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 12. INSTALLATION CLEARANCES 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 121 4 101 2 8 Example 7 51 4 3 2 13 4 7 8 7 16 6 8 10 12 14 16 FIREBOX 5 2 4 NCHES INCHES Minimum 16 inches from Side Wall Figure 8 Minimum Clearance for Combustible to Wall For more information visit www desatech com 8 CONVENTIONAL FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Conventional installation of this fireplace involves installing fireplace along with the corner or cabinet mantel with hearth base accessories against a wallin your home see Accessories page 22 and 23 Follow the instructions below to install the fireplace in this manner Note The instructions below show installa tion us
3. 107157 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 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 28 000 Btu Hr Other gas appliances Btu Hr Total 68 000 Btu Hr Total Btu Hr Do not include direct vent gas
4. Figure 34 Incorrect Front Burner Flame Pattern CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE A WARNING Turn off fireplace and let cool before cleaning CAUTION You must keep control areas burners and circu lating air passageways of fireplace clean Inspect these areas of fire place before each use Have fire place inspected yearly by a quali fied service person Fireplace may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting bedding material 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 pro vides aclean burning flame Keep these holes clear of dust dirt lint and pet hair Clean these air inlet holes prior to each heating season Blocked air holes will create soot We recommend that you clean the unit every three months during operation and have heater in spected yearly by a qualified service person We also recommend that you keep the burner tube and pilot assembly clean and free of dust and dirt To clean these parts we recommend using compressed air no greater than 30 PSI Yourlocal computer store hardware store or home center may carry compressed air in a can You can use a vacuum cleaner in the blow position If using compressed air in a can please follow the directions on the can If you don t follow directions the can you could damage the pilot assembly 1
5. 1 Residues from manufacturing processes and logs curing Problem will stop after a few hours of operation Fireplace produces a whistling noise when burners are lit 1 Turning control knob to HI position when burners are cold 2 Air in gas line 3 Air passageways on fireplace blocked 4 Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice s Turn control knob to LO position and let warm up for a minute Operate burners until air is removed from line Have gas line checked by lo cal natural gas company Observe minimum installation clear ances see pages 8 through 10 Clean burners see Cleaning and Main tenance page 18 or replace burner orifice s White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture 1 When heated vapors from furniture pol ish wax carpet cleaners etc turn into white powder residue Turn heater off when using furniture polish wax carpet cleaners or similar products Dark residue on logs or inside of fireplace Note After removing all causes of residue deposits completely clean fireplace and ap pliance of all residue before reusing appliance 1 Improper log placement 2 Drafts or other air currents affecting flame pattern 3 Air holes at burner inlet blocked 4 Burner flame holes blocked www desatech com For more information visit www desatech com 20 Properly locate logs see Installing Logs page 13 Eliminate
6. Place front log 1 on top of the grate Make sure the notches in the bottom of the log fit over the grate prongs see Figure 22 Push back of log flush with metal grate bar Rest middle log 2 behind metal posts on front burner Make sure the grooves in the bottom of the log fit over the grate Bring the log forward next to the metal posts see Figure 23 Slide the grooves in the back of the rear log 3 against the rear grate prongs Make sure the peg on the log is on top see Figure 24 Place the crossover log 4 on the rear log and the middle log Make sure the peg on the rear log is in the hole in the bottom of the crossover log The cross over log should fit in the cutout of the middle log see Figure 25 Install fireplace screen by slipping notches of fireplace screen over screws on front of fireplace see Figure 26 4 WARNING You must operate this fireplace with the fireplace Screen in place Make sure fire place screen is in place before running fireplace 107157 OWNER S MANUAL Crossover Log 4 Hole Front Log 1 Notch Cutout Metal Grate Bar Figure 22 Installing Front Log 1 Middle Log 2 Figure 25 Installing Crossover Log 5 Metal Post Figure 23 Installing Middle Log 2 ES SS I SS Notches SS SQ Groove gt q in Back Pe N yA g Rear Log Screws for 3 Mounting Screen of Log Grate Prong Rear
7. source of drafts around heater Clean out air holes at burner inlet Peri odically repeat as needed Remove blockage or replace burner Continued 107157 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OWNER S MANUAL building 4 WARNING If you smell gas Shut off gas supply Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your Immediately call your gas supplier from a 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 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 while heating 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 state ment above Gas leak See Warning statement above Open window and ventilate room Stop using odor causing products w
8. 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 17 3 4 33 Na 35 1 2 gt Figure 13 Rough Opening for Installing in Wall Continued 9 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued 4 Carefully set fireplace in front of rough opening with back of fireplace inside wall opening 5 Carefully insert fireplace into rough opening 6 Attach flexible gas line to gas supply See Connecting Fireplace to Gas Sup ply page 11 7 Attach fireplace to wall studs using nails or wood screws through holes in nailing flange see Figure 15 8 Checkall gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections page 12 9 Plug electrical cord into electrical out let installed in step 2 page 9 10 Install brass trim after final finishing and or painting of wall see Figure 7 page 8 S 27 7 8 4351 2 4 555 8 Figure 14 Rough Opening for Installing in Corner A Nails or Wood Screws 7 1 zu Z Nailing Flanges Figure 15 Attaching Fireplace to Wall Studs Mantel Clearances for Built In Installation If placing mantel above built in fireplace you must m
9. water toalljoints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once 1 Close equipment shutoff valve see Fig ure 20 2 Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed air or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter 3 Check all joints from gas meter to equip ment shutoff valve see Figure 21 Ap ply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak 4 Correct all leaks at once Open Equipment Shutoff Valve Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System Test Pressures In Excess Of 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 For more information visit www desatech com Disconnect fireplace with its main gas valve control valve and equipment shutoff valve from gas supply piping sys tem 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 either using compressed air or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter Check all joints of gas supply piping system Apply mixture 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 Closed Figure 20 Equipment Shutoff Valve Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections 1
10. 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 AA WARNING Model VSGF28NTC hasathree prong grounded elec trical plug This plug helps pro tect you against electrical shock Only connect plug to a properly grounded three prong recep tacle Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug OWNER S MANUAL 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 Note Your fireplace is designed to be used in zero clearance installations Wall or fram ing material can be placed directly against any exterior surface on the rear sides or top of your fireplace except where standoff spacers are integrally attached If standoff spacers are attached to your fireplace these spacers can be placed directly against wall or framing materials 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 fir
11. 23 107157 OWNER S MANUAL 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 and fireplace Locate sediment trap where trapped matter is not likely to freeze A sediment trap traps mois ture and contaminants This keeps them from going into fireplace gas controls If sediment trap is not installed or is installed wrong fireplace may not run properly 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 assembly 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 3 Route gas line provided by installer from equipment shutoff through one of the access holes NOTICE Most building codes do not permit concealed gas con n
12. 8NTC This fireplace has a thermostat sensing bulb and a control valve The thermostat controls the heat output and flame height This main tains a consistent room temperature Even the lowest setting provides realistic flames and glowing embers from two burners Selecting higher comfort settings allows fireplace to run longer producing greater heat output Atlower comfort settings the fireplace will run less This results in increased heating comfort This can also result in lower gas bills VARIABLE MANUAL CONTROL VSGF28NVA This fireplace has a variable manual control valve which allows the user to choose the heat setting that best suits his needs Any setting between low and high may be se lected by simply turning the control knob 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 foradequate 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 itis goo
13. Burner ud Groove Figure 26 Installing Fireplace Screen Figure 24 Installing Rear Log 3 13 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE NR LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING FIREPLACE Thermostat Controlled Models 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 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 te
14. ONAL BRASS TRIM Included with Mantel Accessory IMPORTANT If youarerecessing the firebox in a wall do not attach brass trim at this time See page 9 for built in fireplace installation 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 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 fire place see Figure 7 Push trim firmly into place sliding hanging notches over hanging screws Top Side Set Brass Brass Screws Trim Trim Adjusting Plate ZE Slot Mitered Edge Shim Figure 6 Assembling Brass Trim Screws E gt Notches on Trim NS Figure 7 Attaching Brass Trim to Fireplace Assembled Brass Trim
15. PARTS LIST FIREPLACE VSGF28NVA 107157 KEY NO OWNER S MANUAL This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 22 of this manual PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 101357 01 103207 01 102758 02CK 102759 02CK 098304 01 101351 01CK 102455 02 101353 01CK 101712 02 101348 01 099230 01 101872 03 101346 01CK 101838 03CJ 101514 01CK M11084 26 098304 03 101727 03 Top Outer Casing Outer Casing Right Front Side Left Front Side Phillips Pan Head Screw 10 Top Front Top Louver Assembly Middle Front Rail Firebox Hood Firebox Support Shoulder Screw Firebox Top Outer Base Firebox Wrapper Cover Hex Screw 10 Phillips Pan Head Screw 8 Screen Assembly PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 100639 01 103590 01 104313 01 104313 02 M10908 2 Caution Decal Decal Strip Hinge Pin Hinge Pin Screw Slotted Hex Head Tapping 27 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN 4 LOG BASE ASSEMBLY THERMOSTAT CONTROLLED MODEL VSGF28NTC For more information visit www desatech com 28 107157 PARTS LIST LOG BASE ASSEMBLY THERMOSTAT CONTROLLED MODEL VSGF28NTC KEY NO 107157 OWNER S MANUAL This list contains replaceable parts used in your firep
16. Set control knob to ei ther HIGH or LOW Control Knob S Q Ignitor Button Figure 29 Control Knob and Ignitor Button Location Ignitor Electrode Thermocouple Pilot Burner Figure 30 Pilot OPERATION The variable control valve can be set to any heat setting and flame height desired by simply turning the control knob until that setting is attained Even the lowest setting provides realistic flames and glowing em bers from two burners Selecting higher settings produces greater heat output This results in increased heating comfort WARNING Do not operate heater between locked positions CAUTION Do nottry to adjust heating levels by using the equip ment shutoff valve lai TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Fireplace 1 Turn control knob clockwise N to the HIGH position 2 Slightly depress control knob and turn clockwise X tothe PILOT position 3 Slightly depress control knob and turn clockwise N to the OFF position Shutting Off Burners Only pilot stays lit 1 Turn control knob clockwise to the HIGH position 2 Press in and turn clockwise Mx to the PILOT position For more information visit www desatech com 16 1 PROCEDURE Follow steps 1 through 5 under Light ing Instructions page 15 Depress control knob and light pilot with match Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilo
17. 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 35 3 Blow air through the ports slots and holes in the burner 4 Check the injector holder located at the end of the burner tube again Remove any large particles of dust dirt lint or pet hair with a soft cloth or vacuum cleaner nozzle For more information visit www desatech com 18 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 36 With the unit off lightly blow air through the air inlet hole You may blow through adrinking straw if compressed air is not available Burner Tube Primary Air Inlet Holes Figure 35 Injector Holder On Outlet Burner Tube Ports Slots Burner Tube Pilot Assembly Pilot Air Inlet Hole Figure 36 Pilot Inlet Air Hole LOGS If you 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 107157 TROUBLESHOOTING Note For ad
18. Thisis an unvented gas fired heater It uses air oxygen from the room in whichitis installed Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be pro vided Refer to Air for Com bustion and Ventilation sec tion on page 4 of this manual 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 ofthis fireplace can cause seri ous injury or death from burns fire explosion electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning 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 affected by carbon monoxide than others These include pregnant women people with heart or lung disease
19. VANGUARD UNVENTED VENT FREE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE E OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Variable Manually Controlled Model lle 22 Ji VSGF28NVA Thermostatically Controlled Model VSGF28NTC with Split Oak Logs WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions 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 hearth base and trim accessories WARNING Improper installa tion adjustment alteration ser vice or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Re fer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier WARNING
20. allation 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 ALLIMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTA BILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO FOUR 4 YEARS ON ALL COMPONENTS AND FIVE 5 YEARS ON STAINLESS STEEL BURNERS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST PURCHASE AND DESA INTERNATIONAL S LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND DESA INTERNATIONAL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT 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 lll 107157 01 107157 01 Rev C NOT A UPC 09 00
21. 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 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 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 Section 5 3 or applicable local codes Continu
22. card these screws Lift fireplace screen up and pull out to remove 3 Remove protective packaging applied to logs 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 3 For more information visit www desatech com 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 BLOWER ASSEMBLY VSGF28NTC This fireplace has a blower assembly The blower operates thermostatically and has a variable speed control The blower circu lates heated air from the fireplace into the room Use of blower is optional Optional blower accessories are available for model VSGF28NVA THERMOSTAT CONTROL VSGF2
23. chnician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been un der water 4 WARNING You must operate this fireplace with the fireplace Screen in place Make sure fire place screen is installed before 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 column 1 2 Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open 3 Turn control knob clockwise N to the OFF position see Figure 27 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 column 1 If you don t smell gas go to the next step 5 Turncontrol knob counterclockwise FK to the PILOT position Press in control knob for five 5 seconds see Figure 27 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 e A AAA Ignitor Button bo Control Knob Figure 27 Control Knob and Ignitor Button Location For more information visit www desatech com 14 6 Continue pressing
24. connection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous opera tion Verify proper operation af ter servicing Variable Fan Switch Fan Switch Figure 37 Blower Wiring Diagram for Thermostat Controlled Models SPECIFICATIONS Btu Low High 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 2 Shipping Weight 100 lbs T stat Model 97 lbs Manual Model For more information visit www desatech com 22 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 x 22 3 4 HARDWOOD HEARTH BASE G3000F Series Walnut Finished G3001U Series Unfinished G3006F Series Oak Finished with Medium Stain G3006U Series Unfinished Oak G3004W Series Off White Paint The hearth base can be used with the cabinet mantels to cr
25. control knob in Press and release ignitor button This will light pilot The pilot is attached to the front burner If needed keep pressing ignitor button until pilot lights Note If pilot does not stay lit 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 15 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 This fireplace has a safety interlock system Wait one 1 minute for system to reset before lighting pilot again If control knob does not pop out when released contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs 8 Turn control knob counterclockwise FK to desired heating level The burners should light Set control knob to any heat level between HI and LO CAUTION Do not try to ad just heating levels by using the equipment shutoff valve Ignitor Electrode Thermocouple Pilot Burner Figure 28 Pilot Continued 107157 OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued m TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Fireplace Turn control knob clockwise N to the OFF position Shutting Off Burners Only pilot stays lit Turn control knob clockwise N to the PILOT position THERMOSTAT CONTROL OPERATION You can set the ther
26. ct 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 18 or replace ODS pilot assembly Replace gas regulator ODS pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released 107157 Control knob not fully pressed in Control knob not pressed in long enough Equipment shutoff valve not fully open Thermocouple connection loose at con trol valve 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 damaged Control valve damaged On thermostat models safety interlock system has been triggered www desatech com 19 Press in control knob fully 2 After ODS pilot lights keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds Fully open equipment shutoff valve Hand tighten until snug then tighten 1 4 turn more A Contact local natural gas company B Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 18 or replace ODS pilot assembly Replace thermocouple Replace control valve Waitone minute for safety interlock sys tem to rese
27. d to make your home energy efficient your home needs to breathe Fresh air must enter your home 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 Airfor Combustion and Ventilation All spaces in homes fall into one ofthe 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 buildings of unusually tight construction you must provide additional fresh air For more information visit www desatech com 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 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 do
28. dering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 22 of this manual FIREPLACE VSGF28NTC 107157 KEY NO PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 101357 01 103207 01 102758 02CK 102759 02CK 098304 01 101351 01CK 102455 02 101353 01CK 101712 02 101348 01 099230 01 101872 03 101346 01CK 101838 03CJ 101614 02 M11084 26 098304 03 101727 03 101398 03 103650 01 103581 02 099123 01 105649 01 M11084 38 101629 01 098544 01 099038 01 100639 01 103590 01 104313 01 104313 02 M10908 2 Top Outer Casing Outer Casing Right Front Side Left Front Side Phillips Pan Head Screw 10 Top Front Top Louver Assembly Middle Front Rail Firebox Hood Firebox Support Shoulder Screw Firebox Top Outer Base Firebox Wrapper Limit Switch thermal disk Assy Hex Screw 10 Phillips Pan Head Screw 8 Screen Assembly Wire Harness Control Knob Blower Assembly Wire Clip Blower Speed Control Hex Screw 8 18 x 38 Plastic Bushing Clamp Strain Relief Bushing Caution Decal Decal Strip Hinge Pin Hinge Pin Screw Slotted Hex Head Tapping 31 For more information visit www desatech com J ANN ABA oA A A LR PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN WARRANTY INFORMATION KEEP THIS WARRANTY Model Serial No Date Purchased Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory We reserve the
29. desatech com 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 Techni cal Service Department at 1 800 DESA LOG 1 800 337 2564 When calling DESA International have ready your name your address model and serial numbers of your fireplace how fireplace 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 International have ready model number of your fireplace the replacement part number SERVICE HINTS 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 You may feel your gas pressure is too low or gas quality is bad If so contact your local natural gas supplier WIRING DIAGRAM CAUTION Labelall wires prior to dis
30. ditional help visit DESA International s technical service website at www desatech com Note All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation OBSERVED PROBLEM OWNER S MANUAL A WARNING Turn off fireplace and letcool 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 2 UAW Ignitor electrode not connected to igni tor cable Piezo ignitor nut is loose Ignitor cable pinched or wet Broken ignitor cable Bad piezo ignitor Ignitor electrode broken Ignitor electrode positioned wrong 1 Reconnect ignitor cable Tighten nut holding piezo ignitor to base panel of log set Nut is located behind base panel Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry Replace ignitor cable Replace piezo ignitor Replace ignitor Replace ignitor When ignitor button is pressed there is spark at ODS pilot but no ignition Gas supply turned off or equipment shutoff valve closed Control knob not in PILOT position Control knob not pressed in while in PILOT position Airin gas lines when installed ODS pilot is clogged Gas regulator setting is not corre
31. eate a handsome riser for the fireplace cannot be used with corner mantel Dimensions WxHxD 58 x 6 1 2 x 28 16 107157 ACCESSORIES Continued SLIM HEARTH BASE Not Shown G3005J Series Jade Marble Laminate G3005S Series Sandstone Marble Laminate G3005B Series Black Onyx Marble Laminate The slim hearth base allows you to further customize your fireplace Dimensions WxHxD 41 7 s x 5 8 x 10 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 23 7 4 107157 OWNER S MANUAL 0 EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE GA5010 For all models Equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap Fits 1 2 NPT pipe BLOWER ACCESSORIES FOR MANUALLY CONTROLLED UNITS GA3700 amp GA3700T SERIES Manual variable speed control and automatic thermostat variable control A blower will in crease air flow to maximize heat distribution FIREBOX BRICK LINER G8000 SERIES Not Shown Ceramic fiber firebox liner adds the look of
32. ections 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 flexible gas line to gas supply see Figure 19 Check connection 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 Figure 18 Removing Log Base Assembly From Fireplace Flexible Gas Line from Equipment Shutoff Valve To Fireplace Gas Regulator Equipment Shutoff Valve T gt Provided by Installer eter Figure 19 Attaching Flexible Gas Lines Together Continued 11 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS rect all leaks at once WARNING Test all gas pip ing and connections for leaks after installing or servicing Cor Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa WARNING Never use an open flame to check for a leak Apply a mixture of liquid soap and
33. ed 107157 5 For more information visit www desatech com 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 1 and 2 Figure 3 You can 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 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 Z223 1 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventila tion grills or ducts IMPORTANT Do not provide openings for inletor outlet airinto a
34. eet 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 Mantel Shelf Note All Vertical measurements are from top of fireplace opening to bottom of mantel shelf Figure 16 Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built In Installation For more information visit www desatech com 10 INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION 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 piping check local codes sealant resistant to propane LP gas equipment shutoff 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 Pur chase the optional CSA AGA design certi fiedequipment shutoff valve from yourdealer See Accessories pages 22 and 23 WARNING Never connect fireplace to private non utility gas wells This gas is commonly known as wellhead gas CAUTION Use only new black iron or stee
35. eplace 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 107157 A WARNING Never connect fireplace to private non utility gas wells This gas is commonly known as wellhead gas ELECTRICAL HOOKUP Model VSGF28NTC or VSGF28NVA with GA3700 T Series Blower This fireplace has a blower assembly with an electrical cord The electrical cord is five feet in 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 installed This same information applies if installing optional blower accessories to Model VSGF28NVA INSTALLING HOOD Install hood to rail already installed in fire place as shown in Figure 5 Use 3 Phillips screws provided Rail Figure 5 Installing Hood Continued 7 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued ASSEMBLING AND ATTACHING OPTI
36. ff Gas to Appliance page 15 Thermostat con trolled models or page 16 Manually controlled models see Troubleshooting pages 19 through 21 Thermocouple Pilot Burner Figure 31 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Pilot Burner Thermocouple Figure 32 Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern 17 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSPECTING BURNERS Continued FRONT BURNER FLAME PATTERN Figure 33 shows correct front burner flame pattern Figure 34 shows incorrect front burner flame pattern The incorrect burner flame pattern shows yellow tipping at top of blue flame 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 34 turn fireplace off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 15 Thermostat con trolled models or page 16 Manually controlled models see Troubleshooting pages 19 through 21 dv RR Figure 33 Correct Front Burner Flame Pattern Yellow Tipping At Top of Blue Flame ES ds ve OY
37. hese holes and into hearth or floor Attach gas line from fireplace gas regu latorto gas supply See Connecting Fire place to Gas Supply page 11 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections page 12 Nailing Flanges Figure 11 Location of Nailing Flanges 7 Figure 12 Inserting Fireplace Into Cabinet Mantel 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 Height 32 9 3g Front Width 34 9 45 35 17 Depth 16 11 16 173 4 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 page 10 for the rough opening The height is 33 which is the same as the wall opening above If using blower install and properly ground GA3555 three prong 120 volt electrical outlet in fireplace Follow instructions included in kit Install gas piping into fireplace loca tion This installation includes an ap proved flexible gas line if allowed by local codes after
38. hile fire place is running Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 12 Fireplace shuts off in use ODS operates Not enough fresh air is available Low line pressure ODS pilot is partially clogged Open window and or door for ventilation Contact local natural gas company Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 18 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 Moisture condensation noticed on windows 107157 Not enough combustion ventilation air www desatech com Refer to Air for Combustion and Venti lation requirements page 4 21 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE 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 services web site at www
39. ing 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 base 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 Pd 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 lastitem installed on the gas piping See Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Lo cation pages 10 and 11 Electrical Outlet Gas Line Access Hole Gas Line Figure 9 Placing Hearth Base Accessory Against Wall 107157 INSTALLATION Continued 4 Place hearth base accessory against wall at installation location Cut an ac cess h
40. l 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 107157 INSTALLATION Continued Installation must include an equipment shutoff valve and a 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 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 pipe threads This will prevent excess sealant from going into pipe Excess sealantin pipe could result in clogged fireplace valves Never use thread sealant on flare threads CAUTION Usepipe joint seal ant that is resistant to liquid pe troleum LP gas CSA AGA Design Certified Equipment Shutoff Valve With 1 8 NPT Tap Approved Flexible Gas Line From Gas Meter 5 W C to s d 10 5 W C 3 Minimum b Pressure M Pipe Nipple Cap Tee Joint Sediment Trap Figure 17 Gas Connection Purchase the optional CSA AGA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories pages 22 and
41. lace When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 22 of this manual PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 104388 02 Front Log 1 104390 02 Middle Log 2 104392 02 Rear Log 3 104394 02 Crossover Log 4 098304 01 Screw 10 Phillips Black 104285 01 ODS Pilot 098249 01 Nut 101006 02 Pilot Bracket 101330 05 Front Burner Assembly 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 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 11 Rear Burner Injector M11084 26 Hex Screw 10 101628 03 Flex Hose M11084 38 Screw 901063 01 3 8 Flare x 1 2 NPT oa nnn nnn RAE BB An a PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 100563 01 Warning Plate 101054 01 Lighting Instructions Plate 100565 01 Warning Plate Fastener 104354 01 Information Video 29 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FIREPLACE VSGF28NTC For more information visit www desatech com 30 107157 OWNER S MANUAL PARTS LI ST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When or
42. mostat control knob to any comfort level between HI and LO 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 MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE 1 Follow steps 1 through 5 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 step 8 under Lighting Instruc tions page 14 107157 OWNER S MANUAL Manually Controlled Models FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING 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
43. ng Only a qualified service per son should service and repair fireplace Operating fireplace above elevations of 4 500 feet could cause pilot outage 107157 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Middle x E Front Burner Front Log Base Assembly Figure 1 Log Base Assembly Split Oak Set Top Louver Assembly Fireplace Hood Screen Assembly Figure 2 Fireplace 107157 m OWNER S MANUAL Crossover Log Rear Log Burner Top Outer Casing Optional Blower Assembly Not Included 0 0 Bottom Louver Assembly 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 7223 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 dis
44. ng the lower louver on fireplace Blower switch is located at lower left inside louver door The GA3700TA thermostat controlled blower has a variable speed control with an ON OFF switch The blower will start when the thermostat senses a sufficient increase in firebox temperature IMPORTANT Light your gas appliance with the blower off Note for GA3700TA If you are using GA3700TA blower your gas fireplace 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 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 Follow installation instructions included with the blower accessory INSPECTING BURNERS Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 31 shows a correct pilot flame pat tern Figure 32 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern The incorrect pilot flame is not touching the thermocouple This will cause the thermocouple to cool When the thermocouple cools the fireplace will shut down If pilot flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 32 turn fireplace off see To Turn O
45. ogs 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 18 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 19 through 21 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 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 servici
46. ole in hearth top to run gas line to fireplace see Figure 9 page 8 Make sure to locate access hole so cabi E d net mantel will cover it when installed Note You can secure base to floor us ing wood screws Countersink screw heads and putty over Route gas line through access hole in hearth base Center cabinet mantel on hearth base see Figure 10 Make sure mantel is flush against wall Break off nailing flanges see Figure 11 with hammer or pliers 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 Li Cabinet Mantel Figure 10 Installing Cabinet Mantel 107157 10 11 12 OWNER S MANUAL BUILT IN FIREPLACE Carefully insert fireplace into cabinet mantel Figure 12 Be careful not to scratch or damage hearth base cabinet mantel or any laminate trim on hearth base Remove protective material from top of hearth base and from front of fireplace if any Note You can se cure fireplace to hearth or floor Open lower louver Locate screw holes in bottom of base Tighten wood screws through t
47. 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 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 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 shutdown Allow surfaces to cool before touching Carefully supervise young chil dren when they are in the room with fireplace When using the hand held remote accessory keep selector switch in the OFF position to prevent children from turning on burners with remote You must operate this fireplace 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 vapors and liquid
48. ors 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 National 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 whichthe 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
49. ou smell gas STOP Follow in the safety in formation column 2 If you don t smell gas go to the next step 5 Slightly depress and turn control knob counterclockwise y to the PI LOT position Press in control knob for five 5 seconds see Figure 29 page 16 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 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 16 15 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE VARIABLE CONTROL E m MANUAL LIGHTING OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued 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 f control knob does not pop out when released contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs 8 Slightly depress and turn control knob counterclockwise 42 to the HIGH position Both burners should light
50. real brick BRASS TRIM ACCESSORY GA6090 Not Shown Included with accessory mantels DUPLEX OUTLET KIT GA3555 Not Shown For built in installation CLEANING KIT CCK Not Shown Your vent free gas appliance requires regu lar cleaning and maintenance to prevent performance problems This kit gives you the tools and instructions to make it easy to clean all critical areas of your appliance p UY Hearth Base Trim Mantel Trim cen d EE RSS 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 23 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN LOG BASE ASSEMBLY VARIABLE MANUALLY CONTROLLED MODEL 1 VSGF28NVA For more information visit www desatech com 24 107157 OWNER S MANUAL PARTS LI ST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Pa
51. 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 and five 5 years on stainless steel burners from the date of first purchase provided that the product has been properly installed operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser This warranty covers the cost of part s required to restore this 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 inst
52. rts on page 22 of this manual LOG BASE ASSEMBLY VARIABLE MANUALLY CONTROLLED MODEL VSGF28NVA KEY 104388 02 Front Log 1 104390 02 Middle Log 2 104392 02 Rear Log 3 104394 02 Crossover Log 4 098304 01 Screw 10 Phillips Black 104285 01 ODS Pilot 098249 01 Nut 101006 02 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 lgnitor 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 03 Flex Hose 097809 02 Adapter 098354 01 Control Knob 102568 01 Control Valve 901056 01 3 8 Flare x 1 2 NPT PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 100563 01 Warning Plate 101055 02 Lighting Instructions Plate 100565 01 Warning Plate Fastener 104354 01 Information Video 101976 02 Control Position Decal AS AA En Oo CE CC CO OO CO IN 107157 25 For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FIREPLACE VSGF28NVA 26 107157 For more information visit www desatech com
53. s 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 WARNING Do not use a blower insert heat exchanger insert or other accessory not ap proved for use with this fireplace For more information visit www desatech com 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 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 10 11 12 13 14 15 Do not use this fireplace as 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 l
54. 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 f you cannot reach your gas sup plier call the fire department 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 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 EE LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING You must operate this fireplace with the fireplace screen in place Make sure fire place screen is installed before 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 column 2 2 Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open 3 Turn control knob clockwise N to the OFF position see Figure 29 page 16 4 Waitfive 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If y
55. t After 30 seconds release control knob Now follow step 8 column 1 Continued 107157 OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued pum BLOWER OPERATION MODEL VSGF28NTC R WARNING This fireplace has a three prong grounded electri cal plug This plug helps protect youagainstelectrical shock Only connect plug to a properly grounded three prong recep tacle Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug Locatethe blowerswitch by opening lower louver on fireplace Blower switch is lo cated at lower left inside louver door This thermostat controlled blower has a variable speed control with an ON OFF switch The blower will start when the thermostat senses a sufficient increase in firebox temperature Note It is safe to operate fireplace with blowerturnedoff However theblower helps distribute heated air from the fireplace MODEL VSGF28NVA Blower Kit Model GA3700 Series This optional non thermostat blower kit features a variable control which allows you to select the speed you desire After about 15 minutes turn the blower on to deliver heated air at the top louvers Fol low the installation instructions on pages 8 and 9 of this manual IMPORTANT Light your gas appliance with the blower off Note Periodically check the louvers of the firebox and remove any dust dirt or other obstructions 107157 OWNER S MANUAL Blower Kit Model GA3700T Series Locate the blower switch by openi
56. t Repeat ignition operation For more information visit www desatech com VANGUARD UNVENTED 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 Main pilot is lit 2 Burner orifice s diameter is too small 3 Inlet gas pressure is too low 4 Mislocated crossover tube tenance page 18 or replace burner orifice s Replace burner orifice s Contact local natural gas company Contact qualified service person Delayed ignition of one or both burners 1 Manifold pressure is too low 2 Burner orifice s clogged 3 Mislocated crossover tube Contact local natural gas company Clean burner s see Cleaning and Main tenance page 18 or replace burner orifice s Contact qualified service person Burner backfiring during combustion 1 Burner orifice is clogged or damaged 2 Damaged burner 3 Gas regulator defective Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 18 or replace burner orifice Replace damaged burner Replace gas regulator Yellow flame in front burner during burner combustion 1 Not enough air 2 Gas regulator defective Check burner s for dirt and debris If found clean burner s see Cleaning and Maintenance page 18 Replace gas regulator Slight smoke or odor during initial operation
57. ttic if attic has a thermo stat controlled power vent Heated air enter ing 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 3 Figure 3 Ventilation Air from Inside Building ILEAN Ventilated Outlet i pe Attic Outlet Air To Attic pr or To gt Crawl Space Inlet Air Ventilated Inlet Air Crawl Space Figure 4 Ventilation Air from Outdoors For more information visit www desatech com 6 107157 INSTALLATION WARNING A qualified ser vice person must install fireplace Follow all local codes 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 Ay WARNING Never install the fireplace in a bedroom or bathroom inarecreational vehicle
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