Desa VVDR30 User's Manual
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1. FUEL INLET PRESSURE SPECIFICATIONS W C Min Max NG 5 5 10 5 EP 11 13 BURNER ORIFICE Figure 2 Technical Information Charts www desatech com LOG NATURAL PROPANE LP SIZE IN NUM IN NUM VVSR18 FVSR18 0 120 31 0 073 49 VVDR18 FVDR18 VVSR24 FVSR24 0 129 30 0 086 44 VVDR24 FVDR24 VVDR30 FVDR30 0 1405 28 0 089 43 124183 01B INSTALLATION Continued CHECR GAS TYPE Use only natural gas If your gas supply is not natural gas you must install ON OFF Safety Valve Pilot Kit see Accessories page 24 Call dealer where you bought log set If the fireplace does not have a gas supply shutoff valve one must be installed VENTING SPECIFICATIONS FOR INSTALLATION The fireplace chimney flue and vent must be drafting properly To check the vent for proper drafting Light a tightly rolled newspaper on one end and place it at the inside front edge of the fireplace Observe the smoke and be sure the vent is properly drawing it up the chimney If the smoke spills out into the room extinguish the flame and remove any obstruc tion until proper venting is achieved The chimney flue must remain open a mini mum of 3 at all times during the operation of this log set For Massachusetts Residents Only Installation of this vented gas log set in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires the damper be permanently removed or welded in2. Figure 5 Cheching Gas Joints 124183 01B INSTALLATION Continued HEARTH KIT ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION Kit Assembly Single and Dual Flame Only 1 2 124183 01B Determine which side gas line will be coming into fireplace Using a hammer and screw driver remove Knockout plug from side of pan that cor responds to gas line see Figure 6 Unscrew burner inlet fitting from burner manifold Place burner manifold in pan vvith thread ed opening facing open knockout plug Using thread sealant resistant to the ac tion of propane LP gas on larger end of fitting screw burner inlet fitting through hole and into burner manifold see Fig ure 6 Tighten using a wrench If using propane LP gas see Propane LP Gas Conversion page 11 Using burner clamp screw and nut pro vided assemble clamp to pan U style and triple burners only This will hold burner manifold in place If using optional GA9050A 1 kit go to Optional GA9050A 1_ On Off Safety Valve Pilot Kit page 10 for installation instructions If using optional GA9150A kit follow instructions included with kit for installation and operation Burner Manifold Knockout Plugs www desatech com SINGLE BURNER Burner Manifold Burner Inlet Fitting Knockout Plugs Burner Pan Front DUAL FLAME Nut Rue Burner Clamp Burner Pan Front Burner Inlet Fitting Screw Figure 6 Installing Burner INSTALLA
3. IMPORTANT Operating log set where impurities in air exist may create odors Cleaning sup plies paint paint remover cigarette smoke cements and glues new carpet or textiles etc create fumes These fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors These odors will disappear over time OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Log Set produces a clicking 1 Metal expanding while heat 1 This is normal with most log ticking noise just after burner ng or contracting while sets If noise is excessive is lit or shut off cooling contact qualified service person Log Set produces unwanted 1 Log Set burning vapors 1 Open flue to maximum odors from paint hair spray Stop using odor causing glues cleaners chemi products while log set is cals new carpet etc See running IMPORTANT statement above 2 Gas leak See Warning 2 Locate and correct all leaks statement at top of page see Checking Gas Con nections page 8 Gas odor even when control 1 Gas leak See Warning 1 Locate and correct all leaks knob is in OFF position statement at top of page see Checking Gas Con nections page 8 2 Control valve defective 2 Replace control valve Gas odor during combustion 1 Gas leak See Warn 4 Locate and correct all leaks ing statement at top of see Checking Gas Con page nections page 8 18 www desatech com 124183 01B SERVICE HINTS VVhen Gas Pressure is Too Lovv e pilot will not stay lit
4. burners will have delayed ignition heater will not produce specified heat e propane LP gas supply may be low 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 installa tion operation or troubleshooting If so con tact DESA Heating LLC at 1 866 672 6040 When calling please have your model and serial numbers of your heater ready You can also visit DESA Heating LLC s 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 If they can t supply original replacement part s call DESA Heating LLC at 1 866 672 6040 When calling DESA Heating LLC have ready your name your address model and serial numbers of your heater how heater was malfunctioning purchase date 124183 01B Usually we will ask you to return the part to the factory PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product If they can t supply original replacement part s call DESA Heating LLC at 1 866 672 6040 for referral information A list of authorized dealers can be found by visiting www desatech com When calling DESA Heating LLC have ready model and serial numbers of your heater the replacement part number www
5. Thermocouple connection loose at control valve Thermocouple damaged Control valve damaged and Maintenance page 15 or replace pilot assembly Replace gas control Press in control knob fully After pilot lights keep con trol knob pressed in 30 seconds Fully open equipment shut off valve A Contact local natural gas company B Clean pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 15 or replace pilot assembly Hand tighten until snug then tighten 1 4 turn more Replace thermocouple Replace control valve Burner does not light after pilot 1 Burner orifice clogged Clean burner orifice is lit GA9050A 1 Only 2 Inlet gas pressure is too 2 Contact local natural or low propane LP gas company 3 Thermocouple leads dis 3 Reconnect leads connected or improperly connected Delayed GA9050A 1 Only 124183 01B ignition burner il Pilot flame needs adjusting Wrong pilot orifice www desatech com Adjust pilot flame for ap proximately 2 blue flame Replace pilot orifice set TROUBLESHOOTING Continued A WARNING 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 Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Fol low the gas supplier s instructions e If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department
6. DESA HEARTH PRODUCTS VENTED DECORATIVE NATURAL GAS LOGS OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL ANSI Z21 84 O TL REPORT 114 L 31 4 US VVe recommend that our products be installed and serviced by professionals who are certified in the U S by NFI National Fireplace Institute Gm www nficertified org VANGUARD BURNER MODELS VVSR18 VVSR24 VVDR18 VVDR24 AND VVDR30 FOR USE WITH LOG SET MODELS VSLR18 VSLR24 VDLCR18 VDLCR24 SHOWN AND VDLCR30 FMI BURNER MODELS FVSR18 FVSR24 FVDR18 FVDR24 AND FVDR30 FOR USE WITH LOG SET MODELS FSLR18 FSLR24 FDLCR18 FDLCR24 FDLCR30 FA18 FA24 AND FA30 WARNING If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors or 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 supplierfrom aneighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a quali fied installer service agency or the gas supplier INSTALLER Leave this manual with the appliance CONSUMER Retain this manual for future reference F
7. Grate Steps 2 Log Grate 1 Burner Strap 1 Nut 48 32 1 Screw 48 32 x 3 8 1 0 4 Bag Embers 1 1 0 Bag Ash Bed 1 Material Vermiculite 124183 01B www desatech com PARTS LOG SET MODELS VSLR18 VSLR24 VDLCR18 VDLCR24 AND VDLCR30 This list contains replaceable parts used in your log set When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 19 of this manual Kingston Split Oak Logs 124183 01B KEY NO 1 200 XJ 00_ gt 12 13 14 15 PART NO 901111 01 901111 02 901111 03 901123 01 901123 02 901123 03 901122 01 901122 02 901122 03 901115 01 901119 01 901121 01 901120 01 901101 01 901118 01 901458 01 901458 02 901117 01 901117 02 901094 01 901115 01 901114 01 901113 01 Bottom Rear Log CS 15 Bottom Rear Log CS 20 Bottom Rear Log CS 27 _ Bottom Front Log VCB 13 Bottom Front Log VCB 14 Bottom Front Log VCB 16 Bottom Front Log VCB 11 Bottom Front Log VCB 12 Bottom Front Log VCB 16 Top Log VR 11 Top Log VS 12 Top Log VCR 12 Top Log VCR 11 Top Log CHR 13 Top Log VCR 9 Bottom Rear Log CR 16 Bottom Rear Log CR 20 Bottom Front Log VR 18 Bottom Front Log VR 24 Top Log CPR 13 Top Log VR 11 Top Log VR 10Y Top Log VR 10 DESCRIPTION www desatech com 21 PARTS LOG SET MODELS FSLR18 FSLR24 FDLCR18 FDLCR24 AND FDLCR30 This list contains
8. 24 REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES There is an optional hand held ON OFF re mote control that can be purchased separately for this log set You must use the millivolt valve safety pilot kit to use remote acces sories with this appliance See Accessories page 24 A wall switch is also available for this appli ance You must use the millivolt valve safety pilot kit to use the wall switch with this appli ance See Accessories page 24 INSTALLATION AX CAUTION Do not remove the data plates attached to the burner pan The data plates contain important warranty and safety information 124183 01B A WARNING Before installing in a solid fuel burning fireplace the chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned of soot creo sote ashes and loose paint bya qualified chimney cleaner Creo sote will ignite if highly heated A dirty chimney flue may create and distribute soot within the house Inspect chimney flue for damage If damaged repair flue before operating heater www desatech com 5 INSTALLATION Continued NOTICE Installation service and repair ofthis appliance must be performed by a qualified in staller service agency company or gas supplier experienced with this type of gas appliance Only factory authorized components listed in these instructions may be used in accordance vvith the manufacturer s instructions and all codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdic tion Any
9. Figure 9 Do not overtighten If us ing propane LP gas see Changing Pilot Orifice page 12 3 Install inlet fitting into inlet opening of gas control valve see Figure 10 Use thread sealant on male pipe threads 4 Place burner pan assembly in center of fireplace floor Make sure front of pan faces forward 5 Thread gas supply fitting to fireplace gas supply pipe Adjust to most convenient position Burner Inlet Fitting Gas Control Burner Pan Assembly Control Rod Figure 8 Installing Gas Control Valve Thermocouple and Line Line Figure 9 Gas Control Valve with Thermocouple and Pilot Gas Connector Gas Inlet Fitting Inlet Opening Gas Control Valve Figure 10 Installing Inlet Fitting and Gas Connector Tube 124183 01B INSTALLATION Continued 6 Install gas connector tube to gas supply fitting Carefully shape tube to attach to adapter fitting Be careful not to cause kinks in tube 7 Testforleaks following instructions under Testing Burner for Leaks page 12 8 Retighten and adjust location of gas control as necessary Gas control should be level with control rod to front 9 Install cover to burner pan using screws provided 10 Install thermocouple pilot and ignitor onto valve cover as shown in Figure 11 Use provided screws 11 Push control rod extension onto D shaped control rod through center hole in cover 12 Install position decal and control knob ma
10. gas shutoff valve to OFF Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas If you then smell gas STOP Follow the safety information above If you don t smell gas go on to the next step Light a match and lay it on top of pan material about 2 from end of supply side of pan Slowly turn gas shutoff valve ON until burner ignites If burner doesn t ignite within 10 seconds with match burning turn shutoff valve OFF and repeat steps 1 through 4 again www desatech com GAS SHUTOFF Flame Adjustment Adjust the flame ON OFF by turning gas shut off valve counterclockwise to open or clockwise 7 N to close as necessary Shutting Off Appliance Turn gas shutoff valve clockwise X to OFF position CURING LOGS During the 2 3 hour appliance break in period you may detect an odor from the appliance as various paints and compounds used in manufacturing of this log set cure This is a normal and temporary situation that is not cause for alarm However you may want to provide extra ventilation to the room during this time To ensure proper curing of the logs Ignite a 2 flame and maintain it for 1 hour Burn logs in consecutive 1 hour periods raising the flame an additional 2 to full flame height for a total of three hours OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR GA9050A 1 Note Operation instructions for GA9050A 1 Remote Ready Valve Pilot Kit will be included with the kit 1 STOPI Read the safety information column
11. reduce the creation of soot follow the instructions in Cleaning and Maintenance page 15 The installation and provisions for combus tion and ventilation air must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSIZ233 1 NFPA 54 Air for Combustion and Ventilation Do nat run log set where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored under dusty conditions Do not burn solid fuel in the fireplace after installing the log set Do not use this log set to cook food or burn paper or other objects LOCAL CODES 9 10 11 12 13 Do not use appliance if any part has been exposed to or under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to in spect the room appliance and to replace any part of the control system if using GA9050A 1 or GA9150A and any gas control which has been under water To help prevent breakage new logs must be broken in see Curing Logs page 14 Turn log set off and let cool before servic ing installing or repairing Only a qualified service person should install service or repair log set Provide adequate clearances around air openings This vented gas log set may not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts UNPACKING Install and use log set with care Follow all local codes In the absence of local codes use the lat est edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1INFPA 54 Available from American National Stand
12. the fully open position INSTALLING DAMPER CLAMP Secure the damper stop clamp provided to the leading edge of the damper as shown in Figure 3 If for any reason this clamp doesn t work on your fireplace another suitable clamp or permanent stop must be installed or the damper blade must be cut or removed Damper Clamp mf jo WN Y N i Damper Damper i Clamp Masonry Fireplace Manufactured Fireplace Figure 3 Attaching Damper Clamp 124183 01B CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY Ay WARNING A qualified ser vice person must connect log set to gas supply Follow all local codes Installation Items Needed Before installing log set make sure you have the items listed below piping check local codes sealant resistant to Propane LP gas equipment shutoff valve test gauge connection adjustable crescent wrench or pliers sediment trap e tee joint pipe wrench A CAUTION Use only new black iron or steel pipe Inter nally tinned copper tubing may be used in certain areas Check your local codes Use pipe of 1 2 diameter or greater to allow proper gas volume to log set If pipe is too small undue loss of volume will occur Installation must include a equipment shutoff valve union and plugged 1 8 NPT tap Lo cate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up NPT tap must be upstream from log set see Figure 4 page 8 IMPORTANT Ins
13. 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 lt is your guide to safe and proper operation of this log set AX WARNING Any change to this log set or its controls can be dangerous Appliance assembly becomes very hot when in use Keep chil dren and adults away from hot surfaceto avoid burns or clothing ignition Appliance will remain hot for a time after shutdown Allow surface to cool before touching Carefully supervise young chil dren when they are in the room with appliance AM WARNING Donotuseablow erinsert heat exchangerinsertor other accessory notapprovedfor use with this appliance You must operate this appliance with a fireplace screen in place Make sure fireplace screen is closed before running appliance d WARNING This appliance is equipped for natural gas An optional propane LP conversion kit must be installed for use with propane LP gas Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible ma terials gasoline and other flam mable vapors and liquids d WARNING Do notallowfans to blow directly into the fireplace Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns AR WARNING Installed decora tive glass doorenclosures must be fully opened when operating this gas appliance Due to high temperatures the applianc
14. 1 Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open Press in and turn control knob clockwise 7 to the OFF position Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas around log set and near floor If you smell gas STOP Refer to the National Fuel Gas Codes ANSI Z233 1 NFPA 54 Air for Combustion and Ventilation If you don t smell gas go to the next step Turn control knob counterclockwise rx to the PILOT position and press in Keep control knob pressed in for five 5 seconds 124183 01B OPERATION Continued Note You may be running this log set for the first time after hooking up to gas supply If so the control knob may need to be pressed in for 30 seconds This will allow air to bleed from the gas system e If control knob does not pop up when released contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs With control knob pressed in push down and release ignitor button This will light pilot The pilot is attached to the rear of the front burner If needed keep pressing ignitor button until pilot lights Note If pilot does not stay lit contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs Until repairs are made light pilot with match Keep control knob pressed in for 30 sec onds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob Note If pilot goes out repeat steps 3 through 7 page 14 Turn control knob counterclockwise p sto the ON position Bur
15. 3 Inspect all connections for bubbles raw gas odor or flame from any area other than burner leaks If leaks are detected shut off gas valve immediately Tighten or reassemble loose connection s using pipe joint compound until burner system is leak free 4 When burner is tested and leak free observe individual tongues of flame on burner 12 www desatech com Note Burner design includes more ports on the outside of the bar Make sure that all ports are clear and producing flame evenly across burner If any ports appear blocked clear them by removing burner manifold and reaming ports with a modi fied paper clip or other suitable tool 5 When finished testing turn gas shutoff valve OFF to extinguish all flames ADDING PAN MATERIAL 1 Open bag of ash bed material vermiculite and spread it evenly across burner pan to top You may overflow front and sides of pan to cover entire pan and connecting hardware Do not cover GA9050A 1 or GA9150A valve 2 Open glowing embers and evenly cover ash bed material vermiculite in burner pan INSTALLING GRATE AND LOGS 1 Place grate over burner pan where two outer horizontal supports on grate fit into two pan positioning notches in rear verti cal edge of pan 2 Slide two rear log grate steps over two outer horizontal supports on grate as shown in Figure 15 3 Place back log on grate onto grate steps see Figure 16 page 13 4 Place front log s on grate and slide f
16. 9 01 901121 01 901096 01 118040 01 118038 01 118041 01 Appalachian Oak Logs 2 3 8 DESCRIPTION ER E QTY Bottom Log FA 17 1 Top Log VCR 12 cre 4 Top Log CPR 138 1 Bottom Log FA 19 1 Bottom Log FA 9 1 Bottom Log FA 12 ie 1 www desatech com 23 ACCESSORIES Purchase these accessories from your local dealer If they can not supply these accessories call DESA Heating LLC at 1 866 672 6040 for information You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual RECEIVER AND HAND HELD ON OFF REMOTE CONTROL KIT HRC100 SERIES For all models Allows the gas log set to be turned on and off by using the hand held remote control Valve Pilot Kit GA9150A must be purchased to use this remote WALL MOUNT ON OFF SWITCH GWMS2 For all models Allows the gas log set to be turned on and off with a wall switch Valve Pilot Kit GA9150A must be purchased to use this remote MANUAL CONTROL ON OFF SAFETY VALVE PILOT KIT GA9050A 1 For all models Contains components for propane LP conversion REMOTE CONTROL READY ON OFF SAFETY VALVE PILOT KIT GA9150A For all models Required for remote control operation Contains components for propane LP conversion 24 www desatech com INDIVIDUAL ROUND LOG GA9450A For decorative purposes only Not to be used as additional logs on unit INDIVIDUAL SPLIT LOG GA9550A For decorative purposes only Not to b
17. TION Continued Installation and Gas Connection 1 Place burner pan assembly in center of fireplace floor Make sure front of pan faces forward 2 Thread gas supply fitting to fireplace gas supply pipe Use thread sealant 3 Install adapter fitting onto burner inlet fit ting using thread sealant on male threads of burner inlet fitting see Figure 7 Adjust to most convenient position 4 Install gas connector tube to gas supply fitting Carefully shape tube to attach to adapter fitting Be careful not to cause kinks in tube Gas Connector Tube Burner Pan Assembly Ada A pter Facing Front Fitting of Fireplace Figure 7 Connecting Gas to Appliance OPTIONALGA9050A 1ON OFFSAFETY VALVE PILOT KIT ASSEMBLY For additional convenience and safety or for propane LP conversion an optional ON OFF safety valve pilot kit is available See Acces sories page 24 A WARNING You must use a ON OFF safety valve pilot kit for propane LP conversion Natural Gas Installation 1 Thread gas control valve onto burner inlet fitting see Figure 8 Use thread sealant on male threads of burner inlet fitting Hold burner inlet fitting with a wrench to prevent overtightening connection to the burner Make sure control rod is facing the front see Figure 8 10 www desatech com 2 Attach pilot gas line to pilot outlet of gas control valve and tighten Connect ther mocouple to rear of gas control valve See
18. ards Institute Inc 1430 Broadway New York NY 10018 National Fire Protection Association Inc Batterymarch Park AR CAUTION Donotremovethe data plates from the burner pan The data plates contain impor tant product information Quincy MA 02269 www desatech com 1 Remove logs hearth kit pan materials and hardware from carton 2 Remove all protective packaging applied to logs and base for shipment 3 Check heater for any shipping damage If heater is damaged call DESA Heating LLC at 1 866 672 6040 for replacement parts before returning to dealer 124183 01B PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Grate Steps Burner Manifold Fitting Hearth Kit Model Serial Number Log Set Model Burner Inlet Figure 1 Product Identification Dual Burner Shown OPTIONAL PRODUCT FEATURES ON OFF SAFETY VALVE PILOT KIT AND PROPANE LP CONVERSION An optional valve safety pilot kit with a piezo ignitor is available for this appliance This sys tem requires no matches batteries or other sources to light You must use this optional system for LP conversion See Accessories page 24 REMOTE CONTROL READY MILLIVOLT SAFETY VALVE PILOT KIT An optional millivolt valve safety pilot kit with a piezo ignitor is available for this appliance This system requires no matches batteries or other sources to light This system may be connected to a wall switch or hand held wireless remote control See Accessories page
19. arger end of fitting screw burner inlet fitting through hole and into burner manifold see Figure 13 Tighten using a wrench 5 Follow steps 1 through 12 under Natural Gas Installation page 10 p Injector for Injector a EA Propane for Natural DE cs LP Gas Gas NE Sg NATURAL A PROPANE GAS LP GAS FITTING FITTING Figure 12 Burner Inlet Fittings with Injectors Burner Inlet Fitting for Natural Gas 1 Figure 13 Remove Burner Inlet Fitting www desatech com 11 INSTALLATION Continued Changing Pilot Orifice The pilot is provided vvith a natural gas ori fice installed For propane LP gas you must remove it and replace it with an propane LP orifice The accessory hardware kit contains an propane LP orifice with a red stripe for converting pilot 1 Gently loosen and remove pilot line con nection from bracket see Figure 14 2 Replace injector see Figure 14 with propane LP pilot injector with red stripe 3 Replace and tighten pilot line to bracket 4 Continue with step 3 under Natural Gas Installation page 10 Figure 14 Installing Propane LP Pilot Orifice TESTING BURNER FOR LEAKS 1 Generously apply noncorrosive leak de tection fluid to all connections AX WARNING Never check for gas leaks with open flame 2 Light burner with shutoff valve no more than half open and holding a match slightly in front of pan see Lighting In structions page 14
20. desatech com 19 PARTS BURNER MODELS VVSR18 FVSR18 VVSR24 FVSR24 VVDR18 FVDR18 VVDR24 FVDR24 VVDR30 AND FVDR30 This list contains replaceable parts used in your log set When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 19 of this manual KEY VVSR18 VVSR24 NO FVSR18 FVSR24 1 14325 14325 2 14528 14528 3 901066 01 901066 01 4 901064 02 901064 03 5 901208 01 901208 02 E ISE INE 7 90124201 901242 01 8 90123201 901232 01 9 901430 01 901430 01 10 901243 01 901243 02 UE 12 13 14325 14528 901681 0 901078 01 901076 01 VVDR18 FVDR18 VVDR24 FVDR24 14325 VVDR30 FVDR30 14325 14528 14528 901066 01 901066 01 901066 01 01064 03 901064 04 01207 02 901207 03 901064 0 901207 01 901242 01 k 901242 01 901242 01 Era 901232 01 901232 01 901232 01 901431 01 901431 01 901431 01 901246 01 901246 02 901246 03 901681 01 901681 01 901078 01 901078 01 901076 01 901076 01 m PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 5 901156 01 901156 01 901155 01 901155 01 Not a field replaceable part 20 901156 01 901156 01 901156 01 901155 01 901155 01 901155 01 DESCRIPTION QTY Brass 3 8 FLR x 1 2 FPT 1 Elbow Brass 3 8 FLR x 3 8 FPT 1 Elbow I Brass Air Mixer Natural 1 Gas Natural Gas Injector 1 Burner Manifold 1 Burner Pan 1 Damper Clamp Std il Assembly Gas Line 12 Aluminum 1
21. e from an authorized dealer provided the product has been installed maintained and operated in accordance with DESA Heating LLC s warnings and instructions When installed in a listed outdoor solid fuel burning fire place the warranty is limited to one 1 year for the burner system and logs For products purchased for commercial industrial or rental usage this warranty is limited to 90 days from the date of first purchase Factory Reconditioned Products Limited Warranty DESA Heating LLC warrants factory reconditioned products and any parts thereof to be free from defects in material and workmanship for 30 days from the date of first purchase from an authorized dealer provided the product has been installed maintained and operated in accordance with DESA Heating LLC s warnings and instructions Terms Common to All Warranties The following terms apply to all of the above warranties Always specify model number and serial number when contacting the manufacturer To make a claim under this warranty the bill of sale or other proof of purchase must be presented This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser when purchased from an authorized dealer and only when installed by a qualified installer in accordance with all local codes and instructions furnished with this product This warranty covers the cost of part s required to restore this product to proper operating condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a DESA H
22. e should be located out oftraffic 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 appliance 124183 01B 1 If you smell gas e shut off gas supply e 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 eif you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department 2 Never install the log set e in a recreational vehicle where curtains furniture clothing or other flammable objects are less than 42 from the front top or sides of the log set in high traffic areas e in windy or drafty areas 3 Before installing in a solid fuel burning fire place the chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned of soot creosote ashes and loose paint by a qualified chimney cleaner Creosote will ignite if highly heated Inspect chimney flue for damage If damaged repair flue before operating appliance www desatech com 3 SAFETY Continued This log set is designed to be smokeless Iflogs ever appear to smoke turn off appli ance and call a qualified service person Note During initial operation slight smok ing could occur due to log curing and the burning of manufacturing residues You may wish to add more ventilation by opening a window To
23. e used as additional logs on unit ASH BED MATERIAL Vermiculite GA9750A For all models Use for firebox decoration only GLOWING EMBERS GA9950A For all models Use for firebox decoration only SILICA SAND GA9850A For all models Use for firebox decoration only LAVA ROCK GA6067A For all models Use for firebox decoration only DECORATIVE ASH BED CONTROL COVER CDABKA An attractive way to cover control knob and piezo ignitor PINE CONES GA9650A For all models Use for additional decoration only 3 pine cones per box 124183 01B NOTES 124183 01B www desatech com 25 NOTES 26 www desatech com 124183 01B NOTES 124183 01B www desatech com 27 WARRANTY KEEP THIS WARRANTY Model located on product or identification tag Serial No located on product or identification tag Date Purchased Keep receipt for warranty verification DESA HEATING LLC LIMITED WARRANTIES New Products Standard Warranty DESA Heating LLC warrants this new product and any parts thereof to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of four 4 years from the date of first purchas
24. eating LLC Authorized Service Center or a provider approved by DESA Heating LLC Warranty parts must be obtained through authorized dealers of this prod uct and or DESA Heating LLC who will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty Travel handling transportation diagnostic material labor and incidental costs associated with warranty repairs unless expressly covered by this warranty are not reimbursable under this warranty and are the responsibility of the owner Excluded from this warranty are products or parts that fail or become damaged due to misuse accidents improper installation lack of proper maintenance tampering or alteration s This is DESA Heating LLC s exclusive warranty and to the full extent allowed by law this express warranty excludes any and all other warranties express or implied written or verbal and limits the duration of any and all implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose to four 4 years on new products and 30 days on factory reconditioned products from the date of first purchase DESA Heating LLC makes no other warranties regarding this product DESA Heating LLC s liability is limited to the purchase price of the product and DESA Heating LLC shall not be liable for any other damages whatsoever under any circumstances including indirect incidental or consequential damages Some stat
25. ed by state or local codes Aftermarket Completion of sale not for pur pose of resale from the manufacturer 2 www desatech com State of Massachusetts The installation must be made by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts AA WARNING This product con tains and or generates chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm AX WARNING Keep flue open when operating unit IMPORTANT Read this owner s manual carefully and completely beforetryingto assemble operate orservicethis logset Improperuse of this log set can cause serious injury or death from burns fire explosion electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning d 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 log set may not be working properly Get fresh air at once Have log set serviced Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide than oth ers These include pregnant women people with heart or lung disease or anemia those under the influence of alcohol and those at high altitudes 124183 01B SAFETY Continued 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
26. es do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state For information about this warranty contact DESA DESA Heating LLC 2701 Industrial Drive Bowling Green KY 42101 124183 01 124183 01 www desatech com Rev B NOT A UPC 1 866 672 6040 08 08
27. king sure to align marks with correct stop positions of gas control Pilot position will allow knob to push in about 1 2 Align decals in pilot position Screw Thermocouple Ignitor Valve Cover Piezo Ignitor Control Rod Extension Control Knob Figure 11 Installing Cover Control Knob and Piezo Ignitor 124183 01B PROPANE LP GAS CONVERSION To convert to propane LP gas burner inlet fitting and pilot orifice must be replaced Propane LP burner inlet fitting is supplied with orifice installed for a 24 log set If you have an 18 or 30 set you must change this orifice also See Figure 1 page 5 for product identification Burner Inlet Fitting 1 Remove burner inlet fitting from burner pan assembly DO NOT remove orifice from this fitting Propane LP burner inlet fitting is included in hardware kit see Figure 12 2 Be sure to use correct orifice for your ap pliance The hardware kit included with this appliance contains two orifices with a cone like shape If you have an 18 set orifice for burner inlet fitting is red for a 30 set it is black If you have a 24 log set orifice is already installed inside fitting 3 Foran 18 or 30 set use a 10 mm socket or nut driver to remove orifice from propane LP burner inlet fitting Choose the correct orifice for your log set size and install in place of orifice you just removed 4 Using thread sealant resistant to the ac tion of propane LP gas on l
28. modifications to this kit or use of unauthorized components or accessory items will void the manufacturer s warranty and may result in a hazardous condition S El 8 2 E d 5 oS SO Con Se E o E E 2 0 Lon E 5 c 36 E5 E2O ESB mg 38 32 O a oz oo VVSR18 18 g FVSR18 Single 50 000 40 000 8 dia VVSR24 24 ea FVSR24 Single 60 000 50 000 8 dia VVDR18 18 Ai FVDR18 Dual 55 000 45 000 8 dia VVDR24 24 A FVDR24 Dual 65 000 55 000 8 dia VVDR30 30 Ai FVDR30 Dual 70 000 60 000 8 dia FLUE OPENING SPECIFICATIONS Note This vented appliance must be installed only in a solid fuel burning fireplace with a working flue and constructed of noncombus tible material The charts in Figure 2 indicate technical information regarding the installation of your gas log set Please make sure that all of the specifications shown are applicable before installation is attempted The fireplace must include a working flue and venting system with the minimum openings shown in the Figure 2 MINIMUM FIREBOX SIZES Models VVSR18 FVSR18 VVDR18 FVDR18 Front Width Back Width Depth Height 28 16 14 18 Models VVSR24 FVSR24 VVDR24 FVDR24 Front Width Back Width Depth Height 29 3 4 Te 15 1 2 18 Models VVDR30 FVDR30 Front Width Back Width Depth 36 27 18 Add 6 if safety valve pilot is used At depth indicated
29. ner should light If burner does not light call a quali fied service person Control Knob Pilot Ignitor Figure 19 Ignitor and Control Knob Thermocouple a Burner 1 S Figure 20 Thermocouple and Pilot TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Turn control knob clockwise to the PILOT position To leave pilot lit and shut off burners only 2 Press in and turn control clockwise N turn control knob clockwise 7 to the to the OFF position PILOT position 3 Close equipment shutoff valve CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Keep the area around the log set clean and clear of debris Once every year a qualified agency or certi fied chimney sweep should examine and Occasionally you may use a soft bristle clean the venting system of the fireplace brush to clean logs 124183 01B www desatech com 15 TROUBLESHOOTING A WARNING Turn off log set and let cool before servicing Only a qualified service person should service and repair log set Note All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Log set is smoking sooting excessively Note Itis natural and unavoid able for vented gas log sets to produce moderate levels of carbon soot where flames contact the logs This is es pecially true with propane LP gas il 2 Poor fuel quality Fireplace venting system not drafting properly Excessive flame im
30. or more information visit www desatech com TABLE OF CONTENTS A tatge EE 2 Troubleshooting 16 Local Codes 4 Service Hints 19 Unpacking 4 Technical Service 19 Product Identification 5 Replacement Parts 19 Optional Product Features do A 20 Installation mad A A 24 Operation MA Montaner iden ies Bach Cover Cleaning and Maintenance ee 15 SAFETY A WARNING Improper instal lation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier A WARNING This is a gas fired appliance It uses air oxygen from the room in which it is in stalled Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided Refer to the National Fuel Gas Codes ANSI Z233 1 NFPA 54 Air for Combus tion and Ventilation AX WARNING This appliance is for installation only in a solid fuel burning masonry or UL127 factory built fireplace constructed of noncombustible material and connected to a working flue See page 6 for minimum flue opening This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located manufactured mobile home where not prohibit
31. orward against front bars on grate see Figure 16 page 13 LON Steps Grate Figure 15 Installing Grate Pan Material Not Shown 124183 01B INSTALLATION Continued Figure 17 Placement of Top Logs Logs Number and style may vary 5 Place smaller top logs onto bottom logs see Figure 17 Leave as much open space betvveen logs as possible to mini mize flame impingement and sooting Note Logs may chip if they are handled roughly or if hit together while being placed Figure 16 Installing Front and Back Logs Number and style may vary 13 www desatech com 124183 01B OPERATION Ll FOR YOUR SAFETY W EH READ BEFORE LIGHTING VALVE OPERATION A WARNING Keep flue open when operating unit 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 BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the ap pliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electric switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department LIGHTING dl INSTRUCTIONS STOP Read the safety information above Turn
32. pinge ment or blockage Improper fuel air mixture Excessive gas supply pres sure 1 2 Contact local natural or propane LP gas company Adjust damper vvide open and or have fireplace and venting professionally cleaned and checked Separate the logs to allow more flame passage Remove any foreign items from the flame pattern and or check for proper orifice sizing Preheat flue in very cold weather Burner is excessively noisy Note The movement and combustion of gas will cre ate low unavoidable levels of noise Burner flame is too low or too high Passage of air gas across irregular surfaces Incorrect gas supply or pressure Blocked burner orifice or burner manifold ports Improper burner orifice size Relieve any tight bends or kinks in gas supply line Check for proper gas supply pressure Free burner orifice and manifold ports of any burrs paint or other blockage Verify proper burner orifice sizing see Figure 2 page 6 When ignitor button is pressed there is no spark at pilot GA9050A 1 Only Nous Ignitor electrode not con nected to ignitor cable Ignitor cable pinched or wet Bad ground on piezo ignitor Broken ignitor cable Bad piezo ignitor Ignitor electrode broken Ignitor electrode positioned wrong www desatech com Reconnect ignitor cable Free ignitor cable if pinched b
33. replaceable parts used in your log set When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 19 of this manual Manchester Split Oak Logs KEY NO PART NO DESCRIPTION iL L LFL 1 901111 01 Bottom Rear Log CS 15 gt 1 901111 02 Bottom Rear Log CS 20 41 901111 03 Bottom Rear Log CS 27 1 2 901472 01 Bottom Front Log FC 8 1 901472 02 Bottom Front Log FC 10 1 901472 03 Bottom Front Log FC 13 1 3 901473 01 Bottom Front Log FC 9 1 901473 02 Bottom Front Log FC 11 1 901473 03 Bottom Front Log FC 15 1 4 901128 01 Top Log FS 12Y i 1 5 901127 01 Top Log FS 16 oo oi 1 6 901125 01 Top Log FS 17 now 1 7 901129 01 Top Log FR 12L ee 1 8 901126 01 Top Log FS 15 1 9 901131 01 Top Log FR 14 Haor 1 10 901458 01 Bottom Rear Log CR 16 o 1 901458 02 Bottom Rear Log CR 20 1 11 901459 01 Bottom Front Log CPR 18 1 901459 02 Bottom Front Log CPR 24 1 12 901129 01 Top Log FR 12L DE 13 901130 01 Top Log FR 11 MUENTE 14 901097 01 Top Log CPR 14 o e ei 4 15 901131 01 Top Log FR 14 once 22 www desatech com 124183 01B PARTS LOG SET MODELS FA18 FA24 AND FA30 This list contains replaceable parts used in your log set When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 19 of this manual KEY NO 1 oar WP 124183 01B PART NO 11803
34. stalling or servicing Correct all leaks at once AX WARNING Never use an open flame to check for a leak Apply anoncorrosive leak detec tion fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once 8 www desatech com PRESSURE TESTING GAS SUPPLY PIPING SYSTEM Test Pressures In Excess Of 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Disconnect log set and its individual equip ment shutoff valve from gas supply piping system 2 Cap off open end of gas pipe where equip ment shutoff valve was connected 3 Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed air or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter 4 Check all joints of gas supply piping system Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak 5 Correct all leaks at once 6 Reconnect log set 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 Close equipment shutoff valve see Figure 5 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 5 Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak 4 Correct all leaks at once Equipment Shutoff Valve Gas Meter iz ao spa
35. tall equipment shutoff valve in an accessible location The equipment shutoff valve is for turning on or shutting off the gas to the appliance 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 a clogged burner injector A WARNING Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant to liquid petroleum LP gas www desatech com 7 INSTALLATION Continued We recommend that you install a sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 4 Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning Install in piping system between fuel supply and heater Locate sediment trap where trapped matter is not likely to freeze A sediment trap traps moisture and contaminants This keeps them from going into log set controls If sediment trap is not installed or is installed wrong log set may not run properly Approved Flexible Gas Hose if allowed by local codes CSA Design Certified Equipment Shutoff Valve With 1 8 NPT Tap From Gas Meter 5 W C to 10 5 W C we Pressure Cap Pipe Nipple Joint Sediment Trap Figure 4 Gas Connection Purchase the optional CSA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer Minimum inlet pressure for purpose of input adjustment CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS AM WARNING Testall gas piping and connections internal and external to unit for leaks after in
36. y any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry Scrape away painton brack et for better contact with ground on piezo ignitor Replace ignitor cable Replace piezo ignitor Replace electrode Reposition electrode 124183 01B TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE When ignitor button is pressed 1 Gas supply turned off or REMEDY 1 Turn on gas supply or open there is spark at pilot but no ignition GA9050A 1 Only Pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released GA9050A 1 Only equipment shutoff valve closed equipment shutoff valve 2 Control knob not in PILOT 2 Turn control knob to PILOT position position 3 Control knob not pressed 3 Press in control knob while in while in PILOT position Air in gas lines when in in PILOT position Continue holding down stalled control knob Repeat ignit ing operation until air is removed 5 Pilot adjustment screw 5 Adjust pilot flame for ap closed proximately 2 blue flame 6 Pilot is clogged Clean pilot see Cleaning Low gas pressure Control knob not fully pressed in Control knob not pressed in long enough Equipment shutoff valve not fully open Pilot flame not touching thermocouple which al lows thermocouple 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 pilot
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