Desa LGCFTN Indoor Fireplace User Manual
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1. RWARNING A qualified service person must connect fireplace to gas supply Follow all local codes www desatech com 119508 01A INSTALLATION Continued AA CAUTION Neverconnectpro pane LP fireplace directly to the propane LP supply This fireplace requires an external regulator not supplied Install the external regulator between the fireplace and propane LP supply AX WARNING Never connect natural gas fireplace to private non utility gas wells This gas is commonly known as wellhead gas For propane LP units installer must supply an external regulator The external regulator will reduce incoming gas pressure You must reduce incoming gas pressure to between 11 and 14 of water If you do not reduce incoming gas pressure fireplace regulator damage could occur Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 20 Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet 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 or greater diameter to allow proper gas volume to fireplace If pipe is too small undue loss of volume 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 21 IMPORTA2. air and will settle on the floor This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS e Do not try to light any appliance e Do not touch any electric switch do not use any phone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department 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 tech nician or gas supplier Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water www desatech com 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 Ignitor Button STOP Read the safety information in column 1 Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully
3. Figure 23 Attaching Flexible Gas Line to Equipment Shutoff Valve CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS Ay CAUTION Avoid damage to regulator Hold gas regulator with wrench when connecting it to gas piping and or fittings AR WARNING Testall gas piping and connections internal and external to unit for leaks after installing or servicing Correct all leaks at once 4 Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads of gas connector attached to flexible gas line equipment shutoff valve see Figure 23 A WARNING Never use an 5 Check all gas connections for leaks See open flame to check for a leak Checking Gas Connections Apply anoncorrosive leak detec 6 Replace branch support back into fireplace tion fluid to all joints Bubbles Feed flexible gas line into fireplace base area forming show a leak Correct all while replacing branch support Make sure the entire flexible gas line is in fireplace base leaks at once area Reattach branch support to fireplace with screws removed in step 2 16 www desatech com 119508 01A INSTALLATION Continued A CAUTION Make sure exter nal regulator has been installed between propane LP supply and fireplace See guidelines under Con necting to Gas Supply page 14 PRESSURE TESTING GAS SUPPLY PIPING SYSTEM Test Pressures In Excess Of 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Disconnect appliance with its appliance main gas valve control valve and equipment shutof
4. o o o o o o o o o oe o o o oe o o o o o o o o TN PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN m Lighting Instructions Plate Warning Plate Hardware Package Firebox Trim ce o o sy ES 119508 01A www desatech com 29 PARTS CENTRALS These Parts Centrals are privately owned businesses They have agreed to support our customer s needs by providing original replacement parts and accessories Tool amp Equipment Co 5 Manila Ave Hamden CT 06514 0322 1 800 397 7553 203 248 7553 Portable Heater Parts 342 N County Rd 400 East Valparaiso IN 46383 9704 219 462 7441 1 888 619 7060 www portableheaterparts com salesOportableheaterparts com techserviceO portableheaterparts com FBD 1349 Adams Street Bowling Green KY 42103 3414 270 846 1199 1 800 654 8534 Fax 1 800 846 0090 franktalkO aol com Master Parts Dist 1251 Mound Ave NW Grand Rapids MI 49504 2672 616 791 0505 1 800 446 1446 www nbmc com Washer Equipment Co 1715 Main Street Kansas City MO 64108 2195 KS MO AR 816 842 3911 www washerparts com East Coast Energy 10 East Route 36 W Long Branch NJ 07764 732 870 8809 1 800 755 8809 www njplaza com ecep 21st Century 2950 Fretz Valley Perkasie PA 18944 4034 215 795 0400 800 325 4828 Laporte s Parts amp Service 2444 N Sth Street Hartsville SC 29550 7704 843 332 0191 Parts Department Cans Unlimited P O Box 645 Taylor SC 29687 001
5. B Vent room directly to the outdoors See Ventila tion Air From Outdoors page 8 C Install a lower Btu Hr fireplace if lower Btu Hr size makes room unconfined 119508 01A www desatech com T AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued If the actual Btu Hr used is less than the maxi mum Btu Hr the space can support the space is an unconfined space You will need no additional fresh air ventilation AX WARNING If the area in which the heater may be oper ated 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 ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Section 5 3 or applicable local codes VENTILATION AIR Ventilation Air From Inside Building This fresh air would come from an adjoining un confined space When ventilating to an adjoining unconfined space you must provide two perma nent 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 6 You can also remove door into adjoining room see option 3 Figure 6 Follow the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NF PA 54 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventilation grills or ducts mE Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Room Option 2 i i i Ventilation Grills into Adjoining
6. REMEDY Yellow flame during burner combustion 1 Not enough air Gas regulator defective 1 Check burner for dirt and debris If found clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 20 2 Replace gas regulator Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Residues from manufacturing processes 1 Problem will stop after a few hours of operation Fireplace 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 fireplace blocked Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice 1 Turn control knob to LO position and let warm up for a minute 2 Operate burner until air is removed from line Have gas line checked by local propane LP gas company 3 Observe minimum installation clearances see Figures 8 and 9 page 9 4 Clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 20 or replace burner orifice White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture When heated vapors from furniture polish wax carpet cleaners etc may turn into white powder residue 1 Turn heater off when using furniture polish wax carpet cleaners or similar products Fireplace produces a clicking ticking noise just after burner is lit or shut off Metal expanding while heating or contracting while cooling 1 This is normal with most fire places If noise is exc
7. Room Option 1 Figure 6 Ventilation Air from Inside Building Shown with Optional Mantel Ventilation Air From Outdoors Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts You must provide two permanent openings one within 12 of the ceiling and one within 12 of the floor Connect these items directly to the outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors These spaces include attics and crawl spaces Follow the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventilation grills or ducts IMPORTANT Do not provide openings for inlet or outlet air into attic if attic has a thermostat controlled power vent Heated air entering the attic will activate the power vent LES Ventilated Attic Outlet Air To Attic To Crawl Space Inlet Air Ventilated Crawl Space Inlet Air Figure 7 Ventilation Air from Outdoors Shown with Optional Mantel INSTALLATION NOTICE This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat Use this heater along with your primary heating system Do not install this heater as your pri mary heat source If you have a central heating system you may run system s circulating blower while using heater This will help circulate the heat throughout the house In the event of a power outage you can use this heat
8. open Turn control knob clockwise to the OFF position Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information column 1 If you don t smell gas go to the next step Turn control knob counterclockwise to the PILOT position Press in control knob for five 5 seconds see Figure 27 Note You may be running this fireplace for the first time after hooking up to gas sup ply If so the control knob may need to be pressed in for 30 seconds or more This will allow air to bleed from the gas system If control knob does not pop up when released contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs Control Knob Figure 27 Control Knob In The OFF Position 119508 01A OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued 6 With control knob pressed in push down and release ignitor button This will light pilot The pilot is attached to the front of burner If needed keep pressing ignitor button until pilot lights Note If pilot does not stay lit refer to Troubleshooting page 22 Also contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs Until repairs are made light pilot with match To light pilot with match see Manual Lighting Procedure 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 throug
9. 1 NF PA 54 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation All spaces in homes fall into one of the three fol lowing ventilation classifications 1 Unusually Tight Construction 2 Unconfined Space 3 Confined Space The information on pages 6 through 8 will help you classify your space and provide adequate ventilation Unusually Tight Construction The air that leaks around doors and windows may provide enough fresh air for combustion and ventilation However in buildings of unusually tight construction you must provide additional fresh air 6 www desatech com 119508 01A AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued Unusually tight construction is defined as construction where a walls and ceilings exposed to the out side atmosphere have a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm 6 x 10 kg per pa sec m or less with openings gasketed or sealed and b weather stripping has been added on openable windows and doors and c caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as joints around window and door frames between sole plates and floors between wall ceiling joints between wall panels at penetrations for plumbing electrical and gas lines and at other openings If your home meets all of the three criteria above you must provide additional fresh air See Ventilation Air From Outdoors page 8 If your home does not meet all of the three criteria above proceed to Determining
10. FULL HEARTH BASE Not Shown GMC83F Oak Finished Georgian Design CS26CP Black Red Oak Cottage Design GMC63UD Unfinished Traditional Design CMA208FB Light Oak Finished Traditional Design For all models Space saving mantel and hearth base corner design features clean classic lines Available in a stained oak 2 tone finish or an unfinished hardwood ready to stain or paint Complete assembly instructions included CABINET MANTEL WITH FULL HEARTH BASE Not Shown GMC61UD Unfinished Traditional Design GMC80FA Light Oak Finished Georgian Design CMA205UA Unfinished Traditional Design CMA204FA Light Oak Finished Traditional Design CMA210W White Traditional Design WS26CP Black Red Oak Cottage Design WD26CPA White Cottage Design WS26DS Red Oak Keystone Design WD26GOSA Dark Oak Mission Design For all models Mantel features clean classic lines Available in a stained oak 2 tone finish painted white or an unfinished hardwood ready to stain or paint Complete assembly instructions included 119508 01A www desatech com 27 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODELS LGCFTP AND LGCFTN 28 www desatech com 119508 01A PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 26 of this manual PART NO 102633 02 102624 02 099230 02 098304 01 10
11. Fresh Air Flow For Fireplace Location Confined and Unconfined Space The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 defines a confined space as a space whose vol ume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8 m per kw of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space and an unconfined space as a space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8 m per kw of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space Rooms communicating directly with the space in which the appliances are installed through openings not furnished with doors are considered a part of the unconfined space Adjoining rooms are communicating only if there are doorless passageways or ventilation grills between them DETERMINING FRESH AIR FLOW FOR FIREPLACE LOCATION Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Use this work sheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space Space Includes the room in which you will install heater 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 volume of space Example Space size 20 ft length x 16 ft width x 8 ft ceiling height 2560 cu ft volume of space cur ft If additional ventilation to adjoining room is supplied with grills or openings add the volume of these
12. Never place any objects in the fireplace or on logs 14 Do not use fireplace if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the room fireplace and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water 15 Turn off and unplug fireplace and let cool be fore servicing Only a qualified service person should service and repair fireplace 16 Operating fireplace above elevations of 4 500 ontrol feet could cause pilot outage ob 17 Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken Do not operate fireplace if a log is chipped Figure 1 Vent Free Gas Compact dime sized or larger Fireplace 18 To prevent performance problems do not use propane LP fuel tank of less than 100 Ibs capacity propane LP units only 19 Provide adequate clearances around air openings 4 www desatech com 119508 01A PRODUCT FEATURES SAFETY PILOT This fireplace has a pilot with an Oxygen Deple tion Sensing ODS safety shutoff system The ODS pilot is a required feature for vent free room fireplaces The ODS pilot shuts off the fireplace if there is not enough fresh air PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEM This fireplace has a piezo ignitor This system requires no matches batteries or other sources to light fireplace THERMOSTATIC HEAT CONTROL This fireplace has a thermostat sensing bulb and a control valve The thermostat will automatically modulate the heat output to maintain a co
13. a qualified service person 20 www desatech com 119508 01A CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Continued We also recommend that you keep the burner tube and pilot assembly clean and free of dust and dirt To clean these parts we recommend using compressed air no greater than 30 PSI Your local computer store hardware store or home center may carry compressed air in a can You can use a vacuum cleaner in the blow position Ifusing com pressed airin a can please follow the directions on the can If you don t follow directions on the can you could damage the pilot assembly 1 Shut off the unit including the pilot Allow the unit to cool for at least thirty minutes 2 Inspect burner pilot and primary air inlet holes on injector holder for dust and dirt see Figure 33 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 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 as sembly There is a small pilot air inlet hole about 2 from where the pilot flame comes out of the pilot assembly see Figure 34 With the unit off lightly blow a
14. air temperatures etc Frequent use of your fireplace will let you determine your own comfort levels En MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE 1 Follow steps 1 through 5 under Lighting Instructions page 18 2 With control knob pressed in strike match Hold match to pilot until pilot lights 3 Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob Now follow step 8 under Lighting Instructions column 1 119508 01A www desatech com 19 INSPECTING BURNER Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame pat tern often PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 29 shows a correct pilot flame pattern Figure 30 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern The incorrect pilot flame is not properly heating 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 30 e turn fireplace off see To Turn Off Gas to Ap pliance page 19 e see Troubleshooting page 22 Note The pilot flame on natural gas units will have a slight curve but flame should be blue and have no yellow or orange color Pilot Burner Thermocouple Figure 29 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Propane LP Shown Pilot Burner Propane LP Shown BURNER FLAME PATTERN Figure 31 shows a correct burner flame pattern Figure 32 shows an incorrect burner flame pattern The incorrect burner flame p
15. alternative to test gauge connection Purchase the optional CSA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories page 27 Note If desired purchase a four sided brass trim kit for built in installations See Accessories page 27 LOCATING FIREPLACE AX WARNING Maintain the minimum clearances shown in Figures 8 and 9 If you can provide greater clearances from floor ceiling and joining wall You can recess firebox into the wall You can also position fireplace in the optional cabinet or corner mantels IMPORTANT Only use optional cabinet or corner mantels specified in this manual Purchase the optional mantel from your dealer see Accessories page 27 Ay WARNING Never install the fireplace ina bedroom or a bathroom e in a recreational vehicle where curtains furniture cloth ing or other flammable objects are less than 36 fromthe front top or sides of the fireplace e as a fireplace insert e in high traffic areas e in windy or drafty areas CEILING 36 Minimum PG Minimum From Sides Of Fireplace Left Side Side FLOOR Figure 8 Mounting Clearances As Viewed From Front of Fireplace Shown Built In The Wall CEILING 36 Top Of Minimum Mantel Can Be Flush With Wall Figure 9 Mounting Clearances As Viewed From Front of Fireplace Shown with Optional Mantel 119508 01A www desatech com 9 I
16. assembly and hood if previously removed see Figure 14 page 12 Close lower louver door Blower Bracket Wire Harness Assembly Wiring Routing Hole in Baffle Harness Figure 16 Installing Blower Bracket Assembly Screw Figure 17 Installing Switch Plate to Valve Cover Shield 119508 01A www desatech com 13 INSTALLATION Continued For Built In Installation AA WARNING A licensed elec trician must connect the wiring harness to electrical supply following all local codes Electri cian must provide a clamp onthe box cover to secure the wiring Wiring should be routed through the bushing in the hole on the outer casing of heater Follow instructions in Removing Valve Cover Shield page 12 then E Install a snap bushing found in hardware kit into one of the holes found on rear of valve cover shield The other hole is for a strain relief clamp not supplied to secure incoming electrical supply Follow steps 2 through 6 in Installing Blower Assembly page 12 Also remove black wire from middle switch terminal 2 Remove black plastic strain relief and power cord from switch plate The power cord supplied will not be used in built in installations Pop in the plastic snap bushing found in hardware kit into the hole left by supply cord strain relief A licensed electrician must follow the wiring diagram to connect incoming electrical supply to fan kit wiring harness see Fi
17. 3 803 879 3009 1 800 845 5301 cuisales aol com 30 www desatech com 119508 01A NOTES 119508 01A www desatech com 31 WARRANTY INFORMATION KEEP THIS WARRANTY Model Serial No Date Purchased Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice The only warranty applicable is our standard written warranty We make no other warranty expressed or implied LIMITED WARRANTY VENT FREE COMPACT FIREPLACE DESA Heating Products warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for two 2 years from the date of first purchase provided that the product has been properly installed operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser This warranty covers the cost of part s required to restore this fireplace to proper operating condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a DESA Heating Products Authorized Service Center Warranty part s MUST be obtained through authorized dealers of this product and or DESA Heating Products who will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use
18. 9824 05 103209 01 102635 02 M11084 26 103209 05 119521 02BR 102638 01 104285 01 104286 01 099211 01 103963 01 102834 01 101629 02 098303 02 102649 02 099415 09 099415 10 102875 01 101381 01 099387 11 098271 06 107186 01 107186 02 101629 01 098249 01 098522 23 098522 26 102639 01 101628 01 102869 01 102731 01 113160 01 107154 01 104313 01 104313 02 M10908 2 103734 01 097809 03 101006 02 098304 03 107634 02 M10908 75 101054 01 100563 01 103470 01 GAB6094 Part not available for field replacement DESCRIPTION Outer Casing Top Outer Casing Shoulder Screw Screw 10 x 3 8 Burner Louvered Door Left and Right Side Front Hex Head Screw 10 x 3 8 Top Louver Firebox Hood Firebox Top ODS Pilot Assembly ODS Pilot Assembly Firebox Wrapper Control Bracket Screw Inlet Tube Outlet Tube Bushing Regulator Screw Outer Shell Base Branch Support Gas Regulator Gas Regulator Regulator Bracket Valve Cover and Piezo Pilot Tube Ignitor Cable Injector Injector Bushing Nut M5 Gas Valve Gas Valve Baffle Flexible Connector Control Bracket Control Shield Screen Assembly Log Set Hinge Right Hinge Left Hinge Screws Burner Support 3 8 NPT x 3 8 Flare Brass Fitting Bracket Pilot Screw 8 x 3 8 NG Conversion Plate Hex wsr head tapping screw eB Bcc
19. DESA HEATING PRODUCTS VENT FREE COMPACT FIREPLACE OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL We recommend that our KA products be installed and 3 serviced by professionals who are certified in the U S by NFI m National Fireplace Institute INSTITUIE Topaca Gui www nficertified org 10 waz Q Nay Shown with Optional L Cabinet Mantel Hearth E Base Accessory lt LGCFTP AND LGCFTN 14 000 to 26 000 Btu Hr with Thermostat WARNING If the information in this manual is not fol lowed 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 ofthis 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 quali fied installer service agency or the gas supplier INSTALLER Leave this manual with the appliance CONSUMER Retain this manual for future reference For more information visit www desatech com TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Information oooonoconnccinccnnccnnocnnocccnnncnancnns 2 Cleaning and Main
20. NSTALLATION Continued AX CAUTION This fireplace cre ates warm air currents These currents move heat to wall sur faces next to fireplace Installing fireplace next to vinyl or cloth wall coverings or operating fireplace where impurities such as but not limited to tobacco smoke aromatic candles clean ing fluids oilor kerosene lamps etc inthe air exist may discolor walls or cause odors IMPORTANT Vent free fireplaces add moisture to the air Although this is beneficial installing fire place in rooms without enough ventilation air may cause mildew to form from too much moisture See Air for Combustion and Ventilation page 6 Note When installing fireplace directly on carpet ing tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring the fireplace shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the fireplace AX CAUTION If you install the fireplace in a home garage e fireplace pilotand burner must be at least 18 above floor e locate fireplace where moving vehicle will not hit it For convenience and efficiency install fireplace e where there is easy access for operation inspec tion and service e in coldest part of room An optional blower kit is available from your dealer See Accessories page 27 If planning to use blower locate fireplace near an electrical outlet BUILT IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Built in installation of this fi
21. NT Install an equipment shutoff valve in an accessible location The equipment shutoff valve is for turning on and shutting off the gas to the appliance Check your building codes for any special re quirements for locating equipment shutoff valve to fireplaces Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male NPT threads This will prevent excess sealant from going into pipe Excess sealant in pipe could result in clogged fireplace valves A WARNING Use pipe joint sealantthatis resistantto liquid petroleum LP gas We recommend that you install a sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 21 Locate sediment trap where itis 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 moisture and contaminants This keeps them from going into fire place controls If sediment trap is not installed or is installed wrong fireplace may not run properly V4 Propane LP External Regulator Vent Pointing Down Figure 20 External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down CSA Design Certified Equipment Shutoff Valve With 1 8 NPT Tap PROPANE LP From External Regulator 11 W C to 14 W C Pressure es NATURAL Tee From Gas Meter Joint 5 W C to 10 5 T W C Pressure Sediment Trap Pipe Nipple Cap Figure 21 Gas Connection Purchase the option
22. Shown with Optional Mantel Propane LP Gas Equipment Shutoff Valve Y Y Yi Gas Meter Figure 26 Checking Gas Joints Shown with Optional Mantel Natural Gas PRESSURE TESTING FIREPLACE GAS CONNECTIONS 1 Open equipment shutoff valve see Figure 24 2 Open main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas or open propane LP supply tank valve 3 Make sure control knob of fireplace is in the OFF position 4 Check all joints from equipment shutoff valve to thermostat gas valve see Figures 25 and 26 Apply a noncorrosive leak detection fluid to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak 5 Correct all leaks at once 6 Light fireplace see Operating Fireplace page 18 Check all other internal joints for leaks 7 Turn off fireplace see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 19 8 Replace front panel 119508 01A www desatech com 17 OPERATING FIREPLACE E FOR YOUR SAFETY RE AD BEFORE LIGHTING A WARNING If you do not fol low these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage per sonal injury or loss of life LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING You must operate this fireplace with the fireplace screen in place Make sure fire place screen is installed before running fireplace follow these instructions exactly
23. al CSA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories page 27 119508 01A www desatech com 15 INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE TO HEATER CONTROL Installation Items Needed 1 uo Phillips screwdriver sealant resistant to propane LP gas not provided 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 Remove screws that attach branch support to fireplace see Figure 22 Carefully lift up branch support and remove from fireplace see Figure 22 Route flexible gas line included from fireplace control to equipment shutoff valve through side or rear access holes in outer casing NOTICE Most building codes do not permit concealed gas connections A flexible gas line is provided to allow accessibility from the fireplace see Figure 23 The flexible gas supply line con nection to the equipment shutoff valve should be accessible Branch Screen Support Shipping Screw Shoulder Screw Gas Line Screen Figure 22 Removing Log Base Assembly From Fireplace To Fireplace Equipment Shutoff Gas Regulator Valve Provided by Installer PROPANE LP To External Regulator Flexible Gas Line from Fireplace Gas Regulator Provided with Fireplace NATURAL To Gas Supply
24. an remain on middle terminal 2 see Figure 16 Carefully disconnect green and white wires at their insulated connectors In top of the heater cabinet locate the four mounting holes on the outer casing Align these four holes with those on the blower bracket assembly Attach blower bracket as sembly to the outer casing with 4 10 screws provided see Figure 16 f Box Valve Cover Shield Cover Switch Plate Route the wire harness through the hole in left side of baffle Pull wire harness through lower opening above where the valve shield was removed see Figure 16 Insert the 4 wire harness into one of the round holes in the rear of the valve cover shield and through the rectangular hole in the front of shield see Figure 16 Reconnect red wire to switch position 3 Reconnect blue wire to switch position 1 Reconnect green and white wires Install the switch plate on the valve cover shield with 2 10 screws provided see Figure 17 Reinstall the valve cover shield Route power cord out of the cabinet by inserting it through the bushing on the outer casing see Figure 16 Plug fan kit into 120 Volt grounded power supply and testoperation Note When switch is in the AUTO position the fan will start after the heater has run for a few moments The fan will continue to run for several moments after the heater has been turned off When switch is in the ON position the fan will run until turned to OFF Reinstall upper louver
25. as odoreven whencontrolknob 1 Gas leak See Warning 1 Locate and correct all leaks is in OFF position statement at top of page see Checking Gas Connec tions page 16 2 Control valve defective 2 Replace control valve Gas odor during combustion 1 Foreign matter between con 1 Take apart gas tubing and trol valve and burner remove foreign matter 2 Gas leak See Warning 2 Locate and correct all leaks statement at top of page see Checking Gas Connec tions page 16 Moisture condensation noticed 1 Not enough combustion ven on windows tilation air Refer to Air for Combustion and Ventilation requirements page 6 119508 01A www desatech com 25 SPECIFICATIONS LGCFTP e Rating Variable 14 000 26 000 Btu e Gas Type Propane LP Only e Ignition Piezo e Pressure Regulator Setting 8 W C e Inlet Gas Pressure in of water Maximum 14 Minimum 11 e Dimensions H x W x D Fireplace 25 7 s x 26 16 x 9 g Carton 32 s x 27 3 16 x 11 V s e Weight Fireplace 44 5 Ibs Shipping 48 lbs For purposes of input adjustment LGCFTN Rating Variable 14 000 26 000 Btu e Gas Type Natural Only e Ignition Piezo Pressure Regulator Setting 3 W C Inlet Gas Pressure in of water Maximum 10 5 Minimum 5 Dimensions H x W x D Fireplace 25 7 s x 26 16 x 9 g Carton 32 s x 27 16 x 11 e Weight Fireplace 44 5 Ibs Shipping 48 lbs F
26. attern shows sporadic irregular flame tipping The flame should not be dark or have an orange reddish tinge Note When using the fireplace the first time the flame will be orange for approximately one hour until the log cures If burner flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 32 e turn fireplace off see To Turn Off Gas to Ap pliance page 19 e see Troubleshooting page 22 Figure 32 Incorrect Burner Flame Pattern CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING Turn off fireplace and let cool before cleaning A CAUTION You must keep control areas burner and cir culating air passageways of fireplace clean Inspect these areas of fireplace before each use Have fireplace inspected yearly by a qualified service person Fireplace may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting bedding material pet hair etc AX WARNING Failure to keep the primary air opening s of the burner s clean may resultin sooting and property damage BURNER INJECTOR HOLDER AND PILOT AIR INLET HOLE The primary air inlet holes allow the proper amount of air to mix with the gas This provides a clean burning flame Keep these holes clear of dust dirt lint and pet hair Clean these air inlet holes prior to each heating season Blocked air holes will create soot We recommend that you clean the unit every three months during operation and have heater inspected yearly by
27. cabinet Slot Set Screws Top Trim Mitered Edge Adjusting Plate Shim Slot Figure 4 Assembling Trim Shoulder gt Screw Assembled Trim Figure 5 Attaching Trim to Compact Fireplace AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION A WARNING This heater shall not be installed in a confined space or unusually tight con struction unless provisions are provided for adequate combus tion and ventilation air Read the following instructions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel burning appliances in your home Today s homes are built more energy efficient than ever New 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 effi cient your home needs to breathe Fresh air must enter your home All fuel burning appliances need fresh air for proper combustion and ventilation Exhaust fans fireplaces clothes dryers and fuel burning appliances draw air from the house to operate You must provide adequate fresh air for these appliances This will insure proper venting of vented fuel burning appliances PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION The following are excerpts from National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223
28. ct or Parts Central see page 30 If they can t supply original replacement part s call DESA Heating Products at 1 866 672 6040 for referral information When calling DESA Heating Products have ready e model number of your fireplace e the replacement part number 26 www desatech com 119508 01A ACCESSORIES NOTICE All accessories may not be available for all fireplace models Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer or Parts Central see page 30 If they cannot supply these accessories call DESA Heating Products Sales Department at 1 866 672 6040 for referral information You can also write to the ad dress listed on the back page of this manual EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE GA5010 For all models Equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap BRASS TRIM KIT GA6095 Optional four sided brass trim kit for built in installations Provides a finished appearance cov ering rough edges of wall opening THERMOSTATICALLY CONTROLLED BLOWER KIT GA3450TA Provides better heat distribution Blower turns off and on automatically as needed Complete installation and operating instructions included CLEANING KIT CCK Not Shown For all models Your vent free gas appliance re quires regular cleaning and maintenance to prevent performance problems This kit gives you the tools and instructions to make it easy to clean all critical areas of your appliance CORNER MANTEL WITH
29. ctions included with blower accessory Note If not installing blower accessory you may wish to run electri cal wiring to your fireplace for future blower installation see Accessories page 27 Use only approved three wire electrical wiring Note A qualified installer should make all electrical connections Ad WARNING If pre wiring do not connect wiring to any electri cal source at this time Install fireplace electrical outlet and connect wiring to outlet before connecting to electrical source The fireplace electri cal outlet is included with the GA3450TA blower accessory Only use the fireplace electri cal outlet supplied with the GA3450TA blower accessory 10 Install gas piping to fireplace location This installation includes an approved flexible gas line if allowed by local codes after the equip ment shutoff valve The flexible gas line must be the last item installed on the gas piping If you have not assembled firebox follow instructions on page 5 Carefully set fireplace in front of rough opening with back of fireplace inside wall opening Attach flexible gas line to fireplace gas regula tor See Connecting to Gas Supply page 14 Bend four nailing flanges on outer casing with pliers see Figure 12 Attach fireplace to wall studs using nails or wood screws through holes in nailing flange Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections page 16 If using optional bras
30. er as your primary heat source AX WARNING A qualified ser vice person must install fire place Follow all local codes 8 www desatech com 119508 01A INSTALLATION Continued Note Your fireplace is designed to be used in zero clearance installations Wall or framing material can be placed directly against any exterior surface 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 Fire place Installation page 10 CHECK GAS TYPE Use the correct gas type natural or propane LP for your unit If your gas supply is not correct do not install fireplace Call dealer where you bought fireplace for proper type fireplace AX WARNING This appliance is equipped for natural or pro pane LP gas Field conversion is not permitted INSTALLATION ITEMS Before installing fireplace make sure you have the items listed below e external regulator propane LP only supplied by installer e piping check local codes e sealant resistant to propane LP gas e equipment shutoff valve e test gauge connection e ground joint union e sediment trap e tee joint e pipe wrench A CSA design certified equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap is an acceptable
31. er flam mable vapors 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 Do not place propane LP supply tank s inside any structure Locate propane LP supply tank s outdoors propane LP units only If you smell gas e shut off gas supply e do not try to light any appliance e do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building e immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e if you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department This fireplace shall not be installed in a bed room or bathroom 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 119508 01A www desatech com 3 SAFETY INFORMATION Continued LOCAL CODES Install and use fireplace with care Follow all local codes In the absence of local codes use the latest 7 This fireplace is designed to be smokeless If ae g bos ever aipear io smoke tom Aer reoat edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI S pp oke P x and call a qualified service person Note Ba
32. essive contact qualified service person 24 www desatech com 119508 01A TROUBLESHOOTING Continued A WARNING If you smell gas e Shut off gas supply e Do not try to light any appliance building low the gas supplier s instructions e Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Fol e 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 OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Fireplace produces unwanted 1 Fireplace burning vapors from 1 Ventilate room Stop using odors paint hair spray glues etc odor causing products while see IMPORTANT statement fireplace is running above 2 Low fuel supply 2 Refill supply tank 3 Gas leak See Warning 3 Locate and correct all leaks statement at top of page see Checking Gas Connec tions page 16 Fireplace shuts off in use ODS 1 Not enough fresh air is avail 1 Open window and or door for operates able ventilation 2 Low line pressure 2 Contact local propane LP or natural gas company 3 ODS pilot is partially 3 Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning clogged and Maintenance page 20 G
33. f valve from gas supply piping system Pressures in excess of 1 2 psig will damage heater regulator Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve was connected Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane LP supply tank valve for propane LP gas or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas or using compressed air Check all joints of gas supply piping system Apply a noncorrosive leak detection fluid to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Reconnect heater and equipment shutoff valve to gas supply Check reconnected fittings for leaks Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 2 Close equipment shutoff valve see Figure 24 Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane LP supply tank valve for propane LP gas or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas or using compressed air Check all joints from gas meter for natural or propane LP supply to equipment shutoff valve see Figures 25 and 26 Apply anoncorrosive leak detection fluid to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Open UN Closed Equipment Shutoff Valve Figure 24 Equipment Shutoff Valve Equipment Shutoff Valve Propane LP Supply Tank Figure 25 Checking Gas Joints
34. gure 18 Plug power cord to the outlet receptacle not provided as shown in Figure 19 Wind the extra cable in power cord and tie it up with the plastic wire strap see Figure 19 Set the cable bundle between the burner bracket and outer casing away from the burner Reinstall valve cover shield Fan Switch Auto Off On A Blue 110 115 V A C 7 8 Plastic Wire Test to make sure the blower is working properly Reinstall upper louver assembly and hood if previously removed see Figure 14 page 12 Close lower louver door Blower Bracket Wire Assembly Strap Valve C Basa Over Cover Clamp Harness Connector not included Figure 19 Installing Blower Bracket Assembly Extension Cord Use extension cord if needed The cord must have a three prong grounding plug and a three hole receptacle Make sure cord is in good shape It must be heavy enough to carry the current needed An un dersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage This will result in loss of power and overheating Use a No 16 AWG cord for lengths less than 50 feet CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY AX WARNING This appliance requires a 45 male flare fitting 5 8 18 UNF Unified National Fine Thread inlet connection and the flexible gas line provided White q Green Figure 18 Wiring Diagram For Blower Accessory Built In Installation E
35. h 7 This fireplace has a safety in terlock system Wait one 1 minute before lighting pilot again 8 Turn control knob counterclockwise to desired heating level The main burner should light Set control knob to any heat level between HI and LO AX CAUTION Do not try to ad just heating levels by using the equipment shutoff valve Pilot Burner Ignitor Electrode Thermocouple Figure 28 Pilot TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Fireplace 1 Turn control knob clockwise N to the OFF position 2 Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed Shutting Off Burner Only pilot stays lit Turn control knob clockwise to the PI LOT position EN THERMOSTAT CONTROL OPERATION The thermostatic control used on this fireplace differs from standard thermostats Standard thermostats simply turn on and off the burner The thermostat used on this fireplace senses the room temperature The thermostat adjusts the amount of gas flow to the burner This increases or decreases the burner flame height At times the heater will cycle back on when room tem perature drops below the set temperature The control knob can be set to any heat level between HI and LO Note The thermostat sensing bulb measures the temperature of air near the fireplace cabinet This may not always agree with room temperature depending on housing construction installation location room size open
36. he center of the branch support Rotate valve cover shield clockwise and slide out IMPORTANT Do not remove shoulder screw on the left side of valve cover shield Slide the valve cover shield off of the shoulder screw see Figure 15 page 13 Note If you do not have a short Phillips screwdriver the screen log set and branch support must be removed so a longer screw driver may be used See Connecting Equip ment Shutoff Valve to Heater Control page 16 steps 1 and 2 12 www desatech com 119508 01A INSTALLATION Continued Branch Shoulder Screw Bottom Louver Assembly Figure 15 Removing Valve Cover Shield da Snap Bushings Installing Blower Assembly A CAUTION Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and danger ous operation A CAUTION Verify proper op eration after servicing Note If you are using a mantel with your heater u se the following instructions If your heater is built in see For Built In Installation on page 14 1 Install snap bushings found in hardware kit into both holes in rear of valve cover shield Make sure the wire harness is firmly connected to the terminals on the blower bracket assembly Note the wire locations on back of AUTO OFF ON switch The terminals on back of switch are numbered 1 2 and 3 Carefully remove red wire from terminal 1 and blue wire from terminal 3 Black wire c
37. ill be created Reattach screen by placing the notches in the screen frame over the shoulder screws and pushing down Shoulder Burner Support with Log Screw Log Locator Tabs Figure 2 Assembling Fireplace Assembling Hood 1 Ze 3 4 Locate four black phillips sheet metal screws from the hardware packet Insert hood between firebox top and louvers see Figure 3 Align screw holes on hood with screw holes on firebox top Insert screws as shown in Figure 3 Tighten screws firmly Firebox Head Sheet Metal Screws Figure 3 Assembling Hood 119508 01A www desatech com 5 ASSEMBLY Continued ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLING TRIM 1 Remove packaging from three pieces of trim 2 Locate two adjusting plates with set screws and two shims in hardware packet 3 Align shim under adjusting plate as shown in Figure 4 4 Slide one end of adjusting plate shim in slot on mitered edge of top trim see Figure 4 5 Slide other end of adjusting plate shim in slot on mitered edge of side trim see Figure 4 6 While firmly holding edges of trim together tighten both set screws on adjusting plate with slotted screwdriver 7 Repeat steps 2 through 6 or other corner 8 Trim should be attached only after your fireplace has been installed into the mantel or wall To install trim firmly snap trim as sembly on shoulder screws see Figure 5 Shoulder screws are located on fireplace
38. inimum clear ances shown you must do one of the following e raise the mantel to an accept able height e remove the mantel Mantel Shelf 10 f Note All vertical measurements are from top of fireplace opening to bottom of mantel shelf All measurements are in inches Side of Firebox y 13 16 19 21 y yY Figure 13 Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built In Installation OPTIONAL MANTEL INSTALLATION Refer to instructions provided with the mantel for assembly and installation instructions Refer to instructions on page 4 for firebox assembly If a blower accessory is being used it should be in stalled before securing your fireplace to the mantel see Installing Blower Accessory GA3450TA INSTALLING BLOWER ACCESSORY GA3450TA Removing Upper Louver Assembly To install the blower accessory you must first remove the upper louver assembly 1 Lift screen off heater 2 Remove 4 screws from louver assembly see Figure 14 Save these screws 3 Pull louver assembly straight out from the cabinet Be careful not to scratch the paint Set louver assembly and screws aside Blower Bracket Mounting Holes Upper Louver Assembly Screws Figure 14 Removing Upper Louver Assembly Removing Valve Cover Shield 1 Open bottom louver assembly by swinging the assembly down see Figure 15 page 13 2 Using short Phillips screwdriver remove the screw under t
39. ir through the air inlet hole You may blow through a drinking straw if compressed air is not available Ports Slots Injector Holder Burner Tube Primary Air Inlet Holes Figure 33 Injector Holder On Outlet Burner Tube Pilot Assembly Pilot Air Inlet Hole Propane LP Shown CABINET Air Passageways Use a vacuum cleaner or pressurized air to clean Exterior Use a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water mixture Wipe the cabinet to remove dust 119508 01A www desatech com 21 TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Turn off and unplug fireplace and let cool before servicing Only a qualified service person should service and repair fireplace Note All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE When ignitor button is pressed 1 Ignitor cable pinched or wet there is no spark at ODS pilot N Dun Aew Ignitor electrode not connected to ignitor cable Broken ignitor cable Bad piezo ignitor Ignitor electrode broken Ignitor electrode positioned wrong A CAUTION Never use a wire needle or similar object to clean ODS pilot This can damage ODS pilot unit REMEDY 1 Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry Reconnect ignitor cable Replace ignitor cable Replace piezo ignitor Replace pilot assembly Replace pilot assembly When ignitor button is pressed the
40. mocouple damaged Control valve damaged 2 4 5 6 7 Replace control valve After ODS pilot lights keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds Wait one minute for safety in terlock system to reset Repeat ignition operation Fully open equipment shutoff valve Hand tighten until snug then tighten 1 4 turn more A Contact local propane LP or natural gas company B Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 20 or replace ODS pilot assembly Replace pilot assembly Burner does not light after ODS 1 pilot is lit Burner orifice is clogged 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 20 or replace burner orifice 2 Inlet gas pressure is too low 2 Contact local propane LP or natural gas company Delayed ignition of burner 1 Manifold pressure is too low 1 Contact local propane LP or natural gas company 2 Burner orifice is clogged 2 Clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 20 or replace burner orifice Burner backfiring during com 1 bustion Burner orifice is clogged or damaged Burner damaged Low inlet gas pressure Gas regulator defective 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 20 or replace burner orifice Replace burner pressure Contact local propane LP or natural gas company Replace gas regulator 119508 01A www desatech com 23 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
41. nsistent room temperature This results in greater fireplace comfort This can also result in lower gas bills UNPACKING Remove fireplace from carton Remove all protective packaging applied to fireplace for shipment Make sure your fireplace includes one hard ware packet Check fireplace for any shipping damage If fireplace is damaged promptly inform dealer where you bought fireplace ASSEMBLY A WARNING Always have branch support and screen in place before operating fireplace This prevents excessive temper atures on fireplace surfaces AX WARNING Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this fireplace may result in prop erty damage or personal injury ASSEMBLING FIREPLACE Tools Required Phillips screwdriver e 5 16 hex wrench e scissors Installing Log l Lift screen up and pull out to remove slotted screwdriver 4 Cut two plastic straps to remove the log from the firebox cavity An optional blower is available See Accessories page 27 Install optional blower now Follow installation instructions provided with blower Remove log packaging material and discard packaging Gently place log set on burner support see Figure 2 The log should fit flat against top of burner support and log locator tabs fit into the slots under the log Do not allow log to contact flame If flame contacts log soot w
42. ohib ited 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 ARWARNING This product con tains and or generates chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm IMPORTANT Read this owner s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble operate or service this fireplace Improper use of this fireplace can cause seri ous injury or death from burns fire explosion electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning 119508 01A SAFETY INFORMATION Continued AX DANGER Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu with head aches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs the heater may not be working properly Get fresh air at once Have fireplace serviced Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide than others These include pregnant women people with heart or lung disease or anemia those under the influence of alcohol and those at high altitudes Natural and Propane LP Gas Natural and pro pane LP gases are odorless An odor making agent is added to the gas The odor helps you detect a gas leak However the odor added to the gas can fade Gas ma
43. or purposes of input adjustment SERVICE HINTS When Gas Pressure Is Too Low e pilot will not stay lit burner will have delayed ignition e fireplace will not produce specified heat e propane LP gas supply may be low propane LP only You may feel your gas pressure is too low If so contact your local propane LP or natural gas supplier TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about installation operation or troubleshooting If so contact DESA Heating Products Technical Service Department at 1 866 672 6040 When calling please have your model and serial numbers of your heater ready You can also visit DESA Heating Products techni cal service web site at www 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 or Parts Central see page 30 If they can t supply original replacement part s call DESA Heating Products Technical Service Department at 1 866 672 6040 for referral information When calling DESA Heating Products have ready e your name e your address e model and serial numbers of your fireplace e how fireplace was malfunctioning e type of gas used propane LP or natural gas e purchase date Usually we will ask you to return the part to the factory PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this produ
44. original factory replacement parts voids this warranty The fireplace MUST be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with all local codes and instructions furnished with the unit This warranty does not apply to parts that are not in original condition because of normal wear and tear or parts that fail or become damaged as a result of misuse accidents lack of proper maintenance or defects caused by improper installation Travel diagnostic cost labor transportation and any and all such other costs related to repairing a defective fireplace will be the responsibility of the owner TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THE LAW OF THE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS 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 INCLUD ING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO TWO 2 YEARS ON ALL COMPONENTS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST PURCHASE AND DESA HEATING PRODUCTS LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND DESA HEATING PRODUCTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation on implied warranties or exclusion or limitation on damages may not apply to you This warranty give
45. re is spark at ODS pilot but no ignition 1 Gas supply turned off or equip ment shutoff valve closed Control knob not in PILOT position Control knob not pressed in while in PILOT position Air in gas lines when installed Depleted gas supply propane LP only ODS pilot is clogged 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 con trol knob Repeat igniting op eration until air is removed Contact local propane LP gas company Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 20 or replace ODS pilot assembly 7 Gas regulator setting is not 7 Replace gas regulator correct 22 www desatech com 119508 01A TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY ODS pilot lights but flame goes 1 Control knob not fully pressed 1 Press in control knob fully out when control knob is re leased 2 in Control knob not pressed in long enough Safety interlock system has been triggered Equipment shutoff valve not fully open Thermocouple connection loose at control valve Pilot flame not touching ther mocouple which allows ther mocouple to cool causing pilot flame to go out This problem could be caused by one or both of the following A Low gas pressure B Dirty or partially clogged ODS pilot Ther
46. replace involves installing fireplace into a framed in enclosure This makes the front of fireplace flush with wall An optional brass trim kit accessory is available see Accessories page 27 Brass trim will extend past sides of fireplace approximately 1 2 This will cover the rough edges of the wall opening If installing a built in mantel above the fireplace you must follow the clearances shown in Figure 14 page 12 Follow the instructions below to install the fireplace in this manner Note Your fireplace is designed to be used in zero clearance installations Wall or framing material can be placed directly against any exterior surface on the rear sides or top of your fireplace Actual Framing Height 26 26 la Front Width 26 3 4 26 7 8 Depth 9 1 2 10 1 2 Bottom 3 4 3 4 1 Frame in rough opening Use dimensions shown in Figure 10 for the rough opening If installing in a corner use dimensions shown in Figure 11 for the rough opening The height is 26 7 s which is the same as the wall opening above 10 1 2 26718 3 4 Off na The Floor 261 Minimum Figure 10 Rough Opening for Installing in Wall 514 a gt Figure 11 Rough Opening for Installing in Corner 10 www desatech com 119508 01A INSTALLATION Continued If installing GA3450TA blower accessory do so at this time Follow instru
47. rooms to the total volume of the space 2 Multiply the space volume by 20 to determine the maximum Btu Hr the space can support volume of space x 20 Maxi mum Btu Hr the space can support Example 2560 cu ft volume of space x 20 51 200 maximum Btu Hr the space can support 3 Add the Btu Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space Vent free heater Btu Hr Gas water heater Btu Hr Gas furnace Btu Hr Vented gas heater Btu Hr Gas fireplace logs Btu Hr Other gas appliances Btu Hr Total Btu Hr Do not include direct vent gas appliances Di rect vent draws combustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors Example Gas water heater 30 000 Btu Hr Vent free heater __ 26 000 Btu Hr Total 56 000 Btu Hr 4 Compare the maximum Btu Hr the space can support with the actual amount of Btu Hr used Btu Hr maximum the space can support Btu Hr actual amount of Btu Hr used Example 51 200 Btu Hr maximum the space can support 56 000 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 maxi mum Btu Hr the space can support You must provide additional fresh air Your options are as follows A Rework worksheet adding the space of an adjoin ing room If the extra space provides an unconfined space remove door to adjoining room or add ventilation grills between rooms See Ventilation Air From Inside Building page 8
48. s trim kit install the trim after final finishing and or painting of wall See instructions included with brass trim ac cessory for attaching brass trim IMPORTANT When finishing your firebox combustible materials such as wall board gypsum board sheet rock drywall plywood etc may be butted up next to the sides and top of the firebox Combustible materials should never overlap the firebox front facing A WARNING Do not allow any combustible materials to overlap the firebox front facing A WARNING Do not allow combustible or noncombustible materials to cover any necessary openings like louvered slots Ay WARNING Never modify or cover the louvered slots on the front of the firebox Nails or Wood Screws A Nailing Flanges W Figure 12 Attaching Fireplace to Wall Studs 119508 01A www desatech com 11 INSTALLATION Continued MANTEL CLEARANCES FOR BUILT IN INSTALLATION Tf placing mantel above built in fireplace you must meet minimum clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening NOTICE Surface temperatures of adjacent walls and mantels become hot during operation Walls and mantels above the firebox may become hot to the touch If installed properly these temperatures meet the requirement of the national product standard Follow all minimum clearances shown in this manual NOTICE Ifyourinstallation does not meet the m
49. s you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state For information about this warranty write DESA HEATING PRODUCTS 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 www desatech com 119508 01 Rev A 06 06 NOT A UPC
50. se NERA 54 During initial operation slight smoking could Available from occur due to log curing and fireplace burning American National Standards Institute Inc manufacturing residues 1430 Broadway 8 To prevent the creation of soot follow the New York NY 10018 instructions in Cleaning and Maintenance National Fire Protection Association Inc page 20 Batterymarch Park 9 Before using furniture polish wax carpet Quincy MA 02269 cleaner or similar products turn heater off If heated the vapors from these products may State of Massachusetts The installation create a white powder residue within burner must be made by a licensed plumber or box or on adjacent walls or furniture gas fitter in the Commonwealth of Mas 10 This fireplace needs fresh air ventilation to run sachusetts properly This fireplace has an Oxygen Deple Sellers of unvented propane or natural aes PNN FS PEO a gas fired supplemental room heaters shall shuts down the tireplace 11 not enoug rovide to each purchaser a c f 527 fresh air is available See Air for Combustion Ge 30 upon a of the unit bid and Ventilation page 6 If fireplace keeps a shutting off see Troubleshooting page 22 Vent free gas products oe prohibited for is Donotran fireplace P n FT H Pein in the e where flammable liquids or vapors are used A or stored PRODUCT INFORMATION e under dusty conditions 12 Do not use this fireplace to cook food or Fireplace burn paper or other objects Cabinet 13
51. tenance Local COD GS 22 ess issect5 ce shedenetz can tipa 4 Troubleshooting Product Informati n a c eeebeee ees 4 Specifications o airearena 5 Service Hints UM PACKING ese vessccscsnvsewescens cebiveresenceanesyeccssteanaceeeel 5 Technical Service AssemblYi citadas alaridos 5 Replacement Parts Air For Combustion and Ventilation O alo A WINS EAP OW goin osnteeas is 8 Illustrated Parts Breakdown and Parts Llist 28 Operating Fireplace ecceceeseeteeeeeeeeteeee 18 Parts Centrals ieir eeren eiia 30 Inspecting Burne ccceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 20 Warranty Information 0 e eee Back Cover SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING Improper in stallation adjustment al teration service or main tenance can cause in jury or property damage Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures For assistance or addi tional information con sult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier WARNING This is an unvented gas fired heat er It uses air oxygen from the room in which it is installed Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided Refer to Air for Combustion and Ven tilation section on page 6 of this manual 2 www desatech com This appliance may be in stalled in an aftermarket permanently located manufactured mobile home where not pr
52. y 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 fireplace or its controls can be dangerous AX WARNING Do notallow 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 notuse a blow er insert heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with 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 comes very hot when running fireplace Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing ignition Fireplace will remain hot for a time after shutdown Allow sur faces to cool before touching Carefully supervise young chil dren when they are in the room with fireplace You must operate this fire place with the fireplace screen in place Make sure fireplace screen is closed before running fireplace Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible ma terials gasoline and oth
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