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Desa MSVFBNR Series User's Manual

1. Touch up Paint Bottle with Brush Porcelain Enamel Red Back Panel Extension Left Included Back Panel Extension Right Included Back Panel Bolts M6 x 1 20mm Long With Flat Washer And Lock Washer 6 Included Per Unit X E O lE IE IX 29 For more information visit www desatech com SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY VENT FREE NATURAL GAS STOVE HEATER ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN SUN VALLEY STOVE MCH P SERIES HEPPLEWHITE STOVE DESIGN For more information visit www desatech com 30 105985 PARTS LIST OWNER S MANUAL This list contains replaceable parts used in your stove When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 22 of this manual SUN VALLEY STOVE MCH P SERIES HEPPLEWHITE STOVE DESIGN KEY PART KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION QTY NO NO DESCRIPTION 104171 13 104171 14 104171 15 104172 03 104173 16 104173 17 104173 18 104173 19 104173 20 104173 21 104173 22 104174 05 104177 02 104175 16 104175 17 104175 18 104175 19 104175 20 104175 21 104175 22 104175 23 104175 24 104175 25 104175 26 104175 27 104175 28 104175 29 104175 30 104175 31 104175 32 104175 33 104175 34 104175 35 104175 36 Top Grate with Screen Center Black Only Top Grate with Screen Left Black Only Top Grate with Screen Right Black Only Stove Back Pane
2. DESCRIPTION Stove Log ODS Pilot NG ODS Nut Burner Outlet Tube Male Connector Burner Clip Burner Orifice Injector Burner Pilot Tube Valve to regulator Gas Control Valve Lower Bracket Screw 8 x 38 Painted Base Assy Ignitor Cable Piezo Ignitor Plate Switch Screw Flame Adjustment Knob Off Pilot On Knob Screw Hex Slt Wsr 10 32 x 38 Pilot Tube Regulator to Pilot Pilot Regulator Wiring Harness Switch 2 a 2 a Roa ap Hae any eon a nn in psp na Warning Plate Lighting Instructions Plate Warning Plate Fastener Hardware Kit 25 For more information visit www desatech com SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY VENT FREE NATURAL GAS STOVE HEATER ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MSVFBN For more information visit www desatech com 26 105985 OWNER S MANUAL PA RT S LI ST This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 22 of this manual KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION QTY 104026 01 Stove Log 098276 01 Hex Head Plug 1 8 NPT 098249 01 Nut M5 102776 05CK Painted Base Assembly 102844 02 Lower Bracket 102966 02 Upper Bracket 098867 14 Gas Regulator 102798 01 Inlet Tube 102779 03 Outlet Burner Tube 099056 26 Burner Orifice Injector 102843 01 Burner Clip 102980 01 Burner 102568 07 Control Valve 098508 01 Valve Retainer Nut 099393 03 Control Knob 102445 01 Piezo Ignitor 099387 08 Pilot
3. trol knob may need to be pressed in for 30 seconds or more This will al low air to bleed from the gas system A CAUTION Do nottry to adjust heating levels by using the equip ment shutoff valve AX WARNING Make sure the selector switch is in the OFF po sition when you are away from home for long periods of time Heater will come on automati cally with selector switch in the inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been un der water Flame Adjustment Knob Control Knob 9 A Ignitor Button Selector Switch in OFF Position Figure 25 Control Knob and Ignitor Button Location Shown as Supplied No Control Options For more information visit www desatech com 14 ON position Pilot Burner Figure 26 Pilot 105985 OPERATING HEATER Continued TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Heater 1 Turn control knob clockwise N to the OFF position 2a Set selector switch in the OFF position 2b If Using Optional Hand Held Re mote Set selector switch in the OFF position to keep from draining battery Shutting Off Burners Only pilot stays lit You may shut off the burners and keep the pilot lit by doing one of the following 1 Turn control knob clockwise w to the PILOT position Use remote control manual OFF button Set selector switch in the OFF position MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE Follow
4. 105985 5 For more information visit www desatech com SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY VENT FREE NATURAL GAS STOVE HEATER AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued VENTILATION AIR Ventilation Air From Inside Building This fresh air would come from an adjoining unconfined space When ventilating to an adjoining unconfined space you must pro vide two permanent openings one within 12 of the ceiling and one within 12 of the floor on the wall connecting the two spaces see options 1 and 2 Figure 2 You can also remove door into adjoining room see op tion 3 Figure 2 Follow the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 ANS Z223 1 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventilation grills or ducts AX WARNING Rework work sheet adding the space of the adjoining unconfined space The combined spaces must have enough fresh air to supply all appliances in both spaces Ventilation Air From Outdoors Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts You must provide two per manent openings one within 12 of the ceiling and one within 12 of the floor Connect these items directly to the outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors These spaces include attics and crawl spaces Follow the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 ANS 2223 1 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
5. see Figure 24 Install the base to the wall with screws provided with thermostat Move the temperature adjustment back and forth to insure the bi metal is free from restrictions Replace the cover onto the base Upon installation the thermostat must be al lowed to stabilize at room temperature for a minimum of 30 minutes for proper operation Set the temperature adjustment to the desired setting This thermostat has been electronically calibrated at the factory No adjustment or leveling is necessary Feed wires through rectangular slots Figure 23 Back View of Thermostat Base Terminal W Sy Me aub R S NO Figure 24 Thermostat Base Terminal W and R INSTALLING OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROL Follow all installation instructions included with the GHRC Series and GHRCT Series wireless hand held remote control kits see Accessories page 23 13 For more information visit www desatech com SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY VENT FREE NATURAL GAS STOVE HEATER OPERATING E ae HEATER INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY r REMOTE READY READ BEFORE LIGHTING NOTICE During initial operation of new heater burning logs will A WARNING If you do not fol low these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result caus give off a paper burning smell Open window to vent smell This will only last a few hou
6. 105985 OWNER S MANUAL AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued DETERMINING FRESH AIR FLOW FOR HEATER 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 cu ft volume of space Example Space size 20 ft length x 16 ft width x 8 ft ceiling height 22560 cu ft volume of space If additional ventilation to adjoining room is supplied with grills or openings add the volume of these rooms to the total volume of the space 2 Divide the space volume by 50 cubic feet to determine the maximum Btu Hr the space can support volume of space 50 cu ft maximum Btu Hr the space can support Example 2560 cu ft volume of space 50 cu ft 2 51 2 or 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 Example Vented gas heater Btu Hr Gas water heater 40 000 Btu Hr Gas fireplace logs Btu Hr Vent free heater 30 000 Btu Hr Other gas appliances Btu Hr Toral ms 0O00 BIDS Total Btu Hr Do not include direct vent gas applian
7. 35 3 Blow air through the ports slots and holes in the burner 4 Check the injector holder located at the end of the burner tube again Remove any large particles of dust dirt lint or pet hair with a soft cloth or vacuum cleaner nozzle 5 Blow air into the primary air holes on the injector holder 6 Incase any large clumps of dust have now been pushed into the burner repeat steps 3 and 4 Clean the pilot assembly also A yellow tip on the pilot flame indicates dust and dirt in the pilot assembly There is a small pilot air inlet hole about two inches from where the pilot flame comes out of the pilot assembly see Figure 36 With the unit off lightly blow air through the air inlet hole You may blow through a drinking straw if compressed air is not available Injector Holder Burner May Be Brass Tube or Aluminum Depending on Model um va Primary Air Inlet y Holes Shape of Holes May Vary by Model Figure 35 Injector Holder On Outlet Burner Tube Ports Slots Pilot Assembly Pilot Air Inlet Hole Figure 36 Pilot Inlet Air Hole For more information visit www desatech com 18 LOGS f you remove logs for cleaning refer to Installing Gas Log Heater into Stove page 10 to properly replace logs Replace log s if broken or chipped dime sized or larger MAIN BURNER Periodically inspect all burner flame holes with the heater running All slotted burner flame holes should be
8. Tube 098271 07 Ignitor Cable 104285 01 ODS Pilot NG M11084 38 Screw Hex Head 8 18 x 38 098325 01 Roll Pin 098462 04 Control Rod Assembly 104055 01CK Extension Base PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 100563 01 Warning Plate 101055 02 Lighting Instructions Plate 100565 01 Warning Plate Fastener 101449 06 Control Position Decal 101137 04 Hardware Kit MSVFBN ONoOahWD 1 1 2 4 4 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 105985 27 For more information visit www desatech com SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY VENT FREE NATURAL GAS STOVE HEATER ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN SUN VALLEY STOVE MC SERIES Indicates Color Suffix Designation 4 For more information visit www desatech com 28 OWNER S MANUAL PARTS LI ST This list contains replaceable parts used in your stove When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 22 of this manual SUN VALLEY STOVE MC SERIES Indicates Color Suffix Designation iid PART NO DESCRIPTION 104171 02 104171 03 104171 04 104172 02 104173 10 104173 11 104173 12 104173 13 104173 14 104173 15 104174 04 104175 10 104175 11 104175 12 104175 13 104175 14 104175 15 104176 01 104177 02 104178 01 Top Grate with Screen Center Black Only Top Grate with Screen Left Black Only Top Grate with Screen Right Black Only Stove Back Panel Black Onl
9. air into attic if attic has a thermostat controlled power vent Heated air entering the attic will activate the power vent Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Room Option 1 Or Remove Door into Adjoining Room Option O 3 Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Room Option 2 Figure 2 Ventilation Air from Inside Building gt Ventilated Outlet i Air Attic Outlet FAnn To Crawl Space Inlet V Air Y s Ventilated Inlet Air Crawl Space Figure 3 Ventilation Air from Outdoors For more information visit www desatech com 105985 OWNER S MANUAL INSTALLATION NOTICE This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat Use this heater along with your pri mary heating system Do not in stall this heater as your primary heat source If you have a central heating system you may run system s circulating blower while using heater This will help circu late the heat throughout the house In the event of a power outage you can use this heater as your primary heat source Ay WARNING A qualified ser vice person must install heater Follow all local codes Ay WARNING Never install the heater in a bedroom or bathroom inarecreational vehicle where curtains furniture clothing or other flammable objectsareless than 42 inches from the front
10. log installation in structions in this manual Flames 10 contacting logs will create soot 9 Fasten back panel to stove with six 6 M6 x 1 20mm bolts and washers Make sure product identification label is located on the outside lower left hand corner Note Do not overtighten bolts Porce lain on back panel may crack U Shaped Cutout in Chassis S Heater Base Figure 15 Installing One Piece Stove Log Set Remote Ready Log Heater Shown Place freestanding stove in desired po sition in room Be sure to maintain clearances to combustibles as outlined on page 7 1 Remove log and gas log heater from carton Note Do not pick up gas log heater by the burner itself This could damage heater Always handle the gas log heater by the heater base only Burner Porting Areas double slotted rectangular openings D ua 7 AN 2 Remove all protective packaging ap plied to log and gas log heater for ship ment T T Front Opening 3 Check all items for any shipping dam age If damaged promptly inform dealer where you bought heater If not already removed remove back panel from assembled stove body see Figure 5 page 8 Use an adjustable wrench or a 10 mm socket Remove six 6 bolts and washers Keep bolts and washers to reattach back panel later Set gas log heater inside stove Make sure control knob extension passes through bottom front opening see Fig
11. remain bolted to the stove body 3 Remove plastic bag from stove body Remove back panel from stove see Figure 5 Use an adjustable wrench or a 10 mm socket Remove six 6 bolts and washers Keep bolts and washers to reattach back panel later 5 Remove all contents from inside stove cavity Contents include 1 Stove bottom 4 Legs includes leg leveler bolts 1 Bottom door 1 Top grate 1 Hardware kit bag with fasteners 6 Carefully lay stove body on back to at tach bottom components to stove body see Figure 6 Rest stove on drop cloth or blanket to avoid scratching stove edges 7 Remove remaining pallet wood attached to bottom of stove body see Figure 7 Use an adjustable wrench to remove bolts AX CAUTION Cast iron is brittle Do not overtighten bolts or screws during assemlby 8 Fasten each leg to stove with four 4 M8 x 1 25 20mm bolts Use a flat washer and lock washer with each bolt Tighten bolts into threaded holes on stove body see Figures 8 and 9 Use an adjustable wrench or a 12mm socket 9 Fasten stove bottom to stove with four 4 M6 x 1 25mm bolts Use a flat washer and lock washer with each bolt Tighten bolts into threaded holes on stove body see Figures 8 and 10 Use an adjustable wrench or a 10mm socket Product Identification Label eo Back Stove Panel Bolt o o Fig
12. see Figure 29 Note You may be running this heater for the first time after hook ing up to gas supply If so the con trol knob may need to be pressed in for 30 seconds This will allow air to bleed from the gas system With control knob pressed in press and release ignitor button This will light pilot The pilot is attached to the burner see Figure 16 page 10 If needed keep pressing ignitor button until pilot lights Note If pilot does not light contact a qualified service person or gas sup plier for repairs Until repairs are made light pilot with match To light pilot with match see Manual Light ing Procedure page 17 Ignitor Button Control Knob IMPORTANT To turn the pilot off manually turn the control knob on the heater to the OFF position n Si y mE LIGHTING Figure 29 Control Knob and Ignitor INSTRUCTIONS Button Location MSVFBN MANUAL gnitor VARIABLE CONTROL Pilot RT MODELS Burner NOTICE During initial operation of new heater burning logs will give off a paper burning smell Open damper or window to vent smell This will only last a few 1 STOP Read the safety information page 14 column 1 2 Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open 3 Pressinand turn control knob clock wise to the OFF position For more information visit www desatech com Thermocouple hours Figure 30 Pilot 7 Keep control knob pressed
13. selector switch was last turned off You can now turn the burners on and off with the hand held remote control unit IMPORTANT Be sure to press the ON OFF buttons on the hand held remote control unit for up to 3 sec onds to assure proper operation IMPORTANT Do not leave the se lector switch in the REMOTE posi tion when the pilot is not lit This will drain the battery GHRC Series Operation 2a Pressthe ON OFF button to turn the burners on and off When turning burners off the pilot will remain lit GHRCT Series Operation 2b Press the AUTO ON OFF button on the hand held remote control see Figure 28 The lights to the left of the button will show AUTO ON or OFF In the ON mode the burners will ignite The heater is in manual mode when ON is lit Flame Adjustment Knob ON OFF REMOTE Q O Control Knob in On Position Selector Switch in Remote Position Optional Remote Control Figure 27 Setting the Remote Selector Switch Control Knob and Flame Adjustment Knob for Remote Operation Shows Temperature Dd Setting TI COOLER AN m 3 PV The Log Heater will Automatically Cycle between Pilot and the Heat Setting that has been Selected AUTO 0 e OFF Increases Room Temperature in AUTO Mode Decreases Room Temperature in AUTO Mode Turns Burners On or Off and Allows You to Choose the Auto Setting Figure 28 The
14. ure 13 Align outside holes on heater base with four 4 mounting holes on the stove bottom see Figure 13 For more information visit www desatech com 10 Burner Heater Bol oi B Stove Bottom ase Sua Ecce One Piece Figure 13 Placing Heater Base In Stove Y Pilot Location Log Set Cavity Appearance May Vary Depending Figure 16 Top View of One Piece Log on Model Set on Gas Log Heater 105985 INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY AX WARNING This appliance re quires a 1 2 NPT National Pipe Thread inlet connection to the pressure regulator A WARNING A qualified service person must connect heaterto gas supply Follow all local codes Installation Items Needed Before installing heater make sure you have the items listed below piping check local codes sealant resistant to propane LP gas equipment shutoff valve test gauge connection sediment trap tee joint pipe wrench An CSA AGA design certified equip ment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connec tion Purchase the optional CSA AGA de sign certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories page 23 The gas inlet connection for the stove heater is located on the lower right hand side of the stove when viewed from the front of the unit The gas connection can be made either through the bottom right side or thro
15. while heating or con tracting while cooling 1 This is common with most heaters If noise is excessive contact qualified ser vice person Heater produces unwanted odors Heater burning vapors from paint hair spray glues cleaners chemicals new carpet etc See IMPORTANT state ment above Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page Open window and ventilate room Stop using odor causing products while heater is running Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 12 Heater shuts off in use ODS operates Not enough fresh air is available Low line pressure ODS pilot is partially clogged Open window and or door for ventilation Contact local natural gas company Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 18 Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page Control valve defective Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 12 Replace control valve Gas odor during combustion 105985 Foreign matter between control valve and burner Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page www desatech com Take apart gas tubing and remove for eign matter Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 12 21 For more information visit www desatech com SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY VENT FREE NATURAL GAS ST
16. Ag be TM Sun G Valei NENV 7X VENT FREE NATURAL GAS STOVE HEATER OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity ofthis or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS e Do not try to light any appliance e Donottouchany electrical switch do not use any phone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas sup plier call the fire department Installation and service must be per formed by a qualified installer ser vice agency or the gas supplier Sun Valley Stove Model MSVFBN Series Variable Manual Control or Model MSVFBNR Series Remote Ready Gas Log Heater Burner System For Cast Iron Stoves For technical support call DESA International s Technical Service Department at 1 800 DESALOG 1 800 337 2564 Patent Pending WARNING The MSVFBN R series vent free gas log heater is only approved for use in the Sun Valley MC series and MCH P series cast iron sto
17. LIGHTING PROCEDURE Follow steps 1 through 5 under Light ing Instructions page 16 Pilot is located inside stove cavity at tached to burner Lift off top grate to allow access to pilot Depress control knob and light pilot with match Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob Place top grate back into position Now follow step 8 under Lighting Instructions page 16 105985 OWNER S MANUAL INSPECTING BURNERS Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often PILOT FLAME PATTERN Remote Ready Models Figure 31 shows a correct pilot flame pat tern Figure 32 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern The incorrect pilot flame is not heat ing the thermocouple This will cause the thermocouple to cool When the thermo couple cools the heater will shut down If pilot flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 32 turn heater off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 15 e see Troubleshooting pages 19 through 21 Ignitor Electrode Pilot Burner Figure 31 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Pilot Burner Ignitor Electrode Figure 32 Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern PILOT FLAME PATTERN Variable Manual Control Models Figure 33 shows a correct pilot flame pattern Figure 34 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern The incorrect pilot flame is not heathing the thermocouple This will cause the thermocouple to cool When the the
18. OVE HEATER SPECIFICATIONS SERVICE HINTS Btu Variable 16 000 30 000 When Gas Pressure Is Too Low Type Gas Natural Gas Only pilot will not stay lit Ignition Piezo burners will have delayed ignition Pressure Manifold 35 W C heater will not produce specified heat Inlet Gas Pressure in of water Maximum 10 5 When Gas Quality Is Bad Minimum 5 pilot will not stay lit Shipping Weight 28 lbs burners will produce flames and soot For input adjustment heater will backfire when lit TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about in stallation operation or troubleshooting If so contact DESA International s Technical Service Department at 1 800 DESA LOG 1 800 337 2564 You can also visit DESA International s technical service web site at www desatech com WIRING DIAGRAM MSVFBNR Series Remote Ready Models Only You may feel your gas pressure is too low or gas quality is bad If so contact your local natural gas supplier Note For proper operation of optional ac cessories the wires from the switch to the control must be connected exactly as shown Thermopile For more information visit www desatech com 22 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 our Tech
19. Paint Bottle with Brush Porcelain Enamel Black Touch up Paint Bottle with Brush Porcelain Enamel Navy Touch up Paint Bottle with Brush Porcelain Enamel Almond Touch up Paint Bottle with Brush Porcelain Enamel Green Touch up Paint Bottle with Brush Porcelain Enamel Red Back Panel Extension Left Included Back Panel Extension Right Included Back Panel Bolts M6 x 1 20mm Long With Flat Washer And Lock Washer 6 Included Per Unit For more information visit www desatech com WARRANTY INFORMATION KEEP THIS WARRANTY Model Serial No Date Purchased Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice The only warranty applicable is our standard written warranty We make no other warranty expressed or implied LIMITED WARRANTY VENT FREE NATURAL GAS LOG HEATERS AND STOVE CHASSIS DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for four 4 years from the date of first purchase provided that the product has been properly installed operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser This warranty covers the cost of part s required to restore this heater to prop
20. before each use Have heater inspected yearly by a quali fied service person Heater may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting pet hair bedding material etc CLEANING BURNER INJECTOR HOLDER AND PILOT AIR INLET HOLE The primary air inlet holes allow the proper amount of air to mix with the gas This pro vides aclean burning flame Keep these holes clear of dust dirt lint and pet hair Clean these air inlet holes prior to each heating season Blocked air holes will create soot We recommend that you clean the unit every three months during operation and have heater in spected yearly by a qualified service person Wealsorecommend that youkeep the burner tube and pilot assembly clean and free of dust and dirt To clean these parts we recom mend using compressed air no greater than 30 PSI Your local computer store hard ware store or home center may carry com pressed air in a can You can use a vacuum cleaner in the blow position If using com pressed air in a can please follow the direc tions on the can If you don t follow direc tions on the can you could damage the pilot assembly Note Removing the rear panel Figure 5 page 8 and top grates of your stove will make cleaning easier 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
21. ces Direct vent draws combustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors 4 Compare the maximum Btu Hr the space can support with the actual amount of Btu Hr used Btu Hr maximum the space can support Btu Hr actual amount of Btu Hr used Example 51 200 Btu Hr maximum the space can support 70 000 Btu Hr actual amount of Btu Hr used The space in the above example is a confined space because the actual Btu Hr used is more than the maximum Btu Hr the space can support You must provide additional fresh air Your options are as follows A Rework worksheet adding the space of an adjoining room If the extra space provides an unconfined space remove door to adjoin ing room or add ventilation grills between rooms See Ventilation Air From Inside Building page 6 B Vent room directly to the outdoors See Ventilation Air From Outdoors page 6 C Install a lower Btu Hr heater if lower Btu Hr size makes room unconfined If the actual Btu Hr used is less than the maximum Btu Hr the space can support the space is an unconfined space You will need no additional fresh air ventilation A WARNING If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that defined as an unconfined space or if the building is of unusually tight construction provide adequate combustion and ventilation air by one of the methods described in the National Fuel Gas Code ANS 2223 1 Section 5 3 or applicable local codes Continued
22. e Kit 105985 104175 37 104175 38 104175 39 104175 40 104175 41 104175 42 104175 43 104176 01 104178 01 107528 01 107528 03 107528 05 107528 07 107528 09 107528 11 107528 13 107528 02 107528 04 107528 06 107528 08 107528 10 107528 12 107528 14 107527 01 104108 06 104807 04 104807 05 104807 06 104807 07 104807 08 106057 01 106057 02 104178 01 31 Right Rear Leg Metallic Black Right Rear Leg Porcelain Enamel Black Right Rear Leg Porcelain Enamel Navy Right Rear Leg Porcelain Enamel Almond Right Rear Leg Porcelain Enamel Green Right Rear Leg Porcelain Enamel Red Right Rear Leg Porcelain Enamel Metallic Green Leg Leveler bolt M8 x 1 25 55mm Long 4 Total Per Stove Back Panel Bolts M6 x 1 20mm Long With Flat Washer And Lock Washer 6 Installed Per Unit Left Door Metallic Black Left Door Porcelain Enamel Metallic Green Left Door Porcelain Enamel Almond Left Door Porcelain Enamel Black Left Door Porcelain Enamel Green Left Door Porcelain Enamel Navy Left Door Porcelain Enamel Red Right Door Metallic Black Right Door Porcelain Enamel Metallic Green Right Door Porcelain Enamel Almond Right Door Porcelain Enamel Black Right Door Porcelain Enamel Green Right Door Porcelain Enamel Navy Right Door Porcelain Enamel Red Stainless Upper Door Hinge Bolt with Shoulder 4 Total Per Stove Touch up Spray Paint 12 oz Can Metallic Black Touch up
23. ean burning It requires no outside venting There is no heat loss out a vent or up a chimney Heat is generated by realistic dancing yellow flames This heater is designed for vent free operation State and local codes in some areas prohibit the use of vent free heaters SAFETY PILOT This heater has a pilot with an Oxygen Depletion Sensing ODS safety shutoff system The ODS pilot is a required feature for vent free room heaters The ODS pilot shuts off the heater if there is not enough fresh air PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEM This heater has a piezo ignitor This system requires no matches batteries or other sources to light heater For more information visit www desatech com SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY VENT FREE NATURAL GAS STOVE HEATER AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AX 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 in sure proper fresh air for this and other fuel burning appli ances in your home Today s homes are built more energy effi cient than ever New materials increased insulation and new construction methods helpreduce 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
24. ed by any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry Replace ignitor cable Replace piezo ignitor Replace piezo ignitor Replace piezo ignitor Dun E W When ignitor button is pressed there is spark at ODS pilot but no ignition 1 Gas supply turned off or equipment shutoff valve closed 2 Control knob not in PILOT position Control knob not pressed in while in PILOT position 4 Air in gas lines when installed W 5 ODS pilot is clogged 6 Gas regulator setting is not correct 1 Turn on gas supply or open equipment shutoff valve 2 Turn control knob to PILOT position 3 Press in control knob while in PILOT position 4 Continue holding down control knob Re peat igniting operation until air is removed 5 Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 18 or replace ODS pilot assembly 6 Replace gas control ODS pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released 1 Control knob not fully pressed in 2 Control knob not pressed in long enough 3 Equipment shutoff valve not fully open 4 Pilot flame not touching thermocouple which allows thermocouple to cool causing pilot flame to go out This prob lem could be caused by one or both of the following A Low gas pressure B Dirty or partially clogged OD S pilot 5 Thermocouple connection loose at con trol valve Thermocouple damaged Control valve damaged MIO Press in control knob fully 2 After ODS pilot lights keep c
25. er operating condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a DESA Authorized Service Center Warranty part s MUST be obtained through authorized dealers of this product and or DESA International who will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty The heater MUST be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with all local codes and instructions furnished with the unit This warranty does not apply to parts that are not in original condition because of normal wear and tear or parts that fail or become damaged as aresult of misuse accidents lack of proper maintenance or defects caused by improper installation Travel diagnostic cost labor transportation and any and all such other costs related to repairing a defective heater will be the responsibility of the owner TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THE LAW OF THE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTIES AND LIMITS THE DURA TION OF ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO FOUR 4 YEARS ON ALL COMPONENTS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST PURCHASE AND DESA INTERNATIONAL S LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND DESA INTERNATIONAL SHALL NOT BELIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do n
26. if a log is chipped dime sized or larger Turn heater off and let cool before ser vicing Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater Operating heater above elevations of 4 500 feet could cause pilot outage Do not place stove directly on carpet ing vinyl tile or any combustible ma terial other than wood The stove must set on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the appliance 105985 OWNER S MANUAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ANIZ Stove Body One Piece Log Set Inside Stove Cavity mS Control al Piezo lgnitor Switch Flame Stove Door Adjustment Gas Log Heater Knob Shown in the ne Base Assembly open position Figure 1 Typical Stove Cabinet Model Shown with Model MSVFBNR Heater LOCAL CODES Install and use heater with care Follow all local codes In the absence of local codes use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223 1 also known as NFPA 54 Available from American National Standards Institute Inc 1430 Broadway New York NY 10018 National Fire Protection Association Inc Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 105985 3 PRODUCT FEATURES OPERATION This heater is cl
27. ighten step bolt until snug Make sure door moves freely Install door catch bolt M8 x 1 25 55mm with two M8 hex nuts into threaded hole on stove body see Fig ure 8 page 8 Use an adjustable wrench or a 12mm socket The catch bolt has two hex nuts attached to it see Figure 12 The top nut is a bolt stop and the bottom nut is for door leveling adjustment Stove Door Threaded Hole Bolt Stove Bottom Shoulder Figure 11 Attaching Stove Door 12 13 14 15 16 Bolt Stop Check general catch bolt alignment with door claw Make final adjustment and door leveling after stove is in nor mal standing position Carefully lift stove back up on its four attached legs Set top grate into stove top If available install gas log heater in side stove cavity before installing the back panel see Installing Gas Log Heater Into Stove page 10 Fasten back panel to stove with six 6 M6 x 1 20mm bolts and washers Make sure product identification label is located on the outside in lower left hand corner Bolt Shoulder Adjusting Nut Catch Bolt Figure 12 Catch Bolt and Door Claw Orientation Continued 9 For more information visit www desatech com SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY VENT FREE NATURAL GAS STOVE HEATER INSTALLATION 7 Continued INSTALLING GAS LOG HEATER INTO STOVE Fasten heater base to stove bottom with 10 24 x 50 bolts and hex nut
28. in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob Note If pilot goes out repeat steps 3 through 7 If control knob does not pop out when released contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs 8 Slightly depress and turn control knob counterclockwise 42 y to the HIGH position The burners should light Set control knob to any heat level between HIGH and LO A VARIABLE CONTROL OPERATION The variable control valve can be set to any heat setting and flame height desired by simply turning the control knob until that setting is attained Even the lowest setting provides realistic dancing yellow flames Selecting higher settings produces greater heat output This results in in creased heating comfort A WARNING Do not operate heater between PILOT and HIGH positions CAUTION Do nottry to adjust heating levels by using the equip ment shutoff valve a TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Heater 1 Press in and turn control knob clock wise w to the HIGH position Turn the control knob clockwise 7 N to the PILOT position 3 Press in control knob and turn clock wise N to the OFF Position Shutting Off Burners Only pilot stays lit 1 Turn the control knob clockwise sto the HIGH position 2 Press in and turn control knob clock wise to the PILOT position 105985 OPERATING HEATER Continued 1 MANUAL
29. it is good to make your home energy efficient your home needs to breathe Fresh air must enter your home All fuel burning appliances need fresh air for proper com bustion and ventilation Exhaust fans fireplaces clothes dryers and fuel burning appliances draw air from the house to operate You must provide ad equate fresh air for these appliances This will insure proper venting of vented fuel burning appliances PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION The following are excerpts from Na tional Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 ANS 2223 1 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation All spaces in homes fall into one of the three following ventilation classifications 1 Unusually Tight Construction 2 Unconfined Space 3 Confined Space The information on pages 4 through 6 will help you classify your space and provide adequate ventilation Unusually Tight Construction The air that leaks around doors and win dows may provide enough fresh air for combustion and ventilation However in buildings of unusually tight construction you must provide additional fresh air Unusually tight construction is de fined as construction where a walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have a con tinuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm 6 x 10 kg per pa sec m or less with open ings gasketed or sealed and b weather stripping has been added on openable windows and doors and c caulking or sealants are a
30. l Black Only Bottom Door Metallic Black Bottom Door Porcelain Enamel Black Bottom Door Porcelain Enamel Navy Bottom Door Porcelain Enamel Almond Bottom Door Porcelain Enamel Green Bottom Door Porcelain Enamel Red Bottom Door Porcelain Enamel Metallic Green Stove Dropped Bottom Hardware Kit Door Hinge Step Bolt With Shoulder 1 Per Unit Door Catch Bolt M8 x 1 25 55mm Long With Two M8 Hex Nuts 1 Per Unit Bottom Floor Bolts M6 x 1 25mm Long With Flat Washer And Lock Washer 4 Per Unit Leg Bolts M6 x 1 25 20mm Long With Flat Washer And Lock Washer 4 Per Unit Left Front Leg Metallic Black Left Front Leg Porcelain Enamel Black Left Front Leg Porcelain Enamel Navy Left Front Leg Porcelain Enamel Almond Left Front Leg Porcelain Enamel Green Left Front Leg Porcelain Enamel Red Left Front Leg Porcelain Enamel Metallic Green Right Front Leg Metallic Black Right Front Leg Porcelain Enamel Black Right Front Leg Porcelain Enamel Navy Right Front Leg Porcelain Enamel Almond Right Front Leg Porcelain Enamel Green Right Front Leg Porcelain Enamel Red Right Front Leg Porcelain Enamel Metallic Green Left Rear Leg Metallic Black Left Rear Leg Porcelain Enamel Black Left Rear Leg Porcelain Enamel Navy Left Rear Leg Porcelain Enamel Almond Left Rear Leg Porcelain Enamel Green Left Rear Leg Porcelain Enamel Red Left Rear Leg Porcelain Enamel Metallic Green Included In Hardwar
31. lator Location and Gas Line Access Into Stove Cabinet CSA AGA Design Certified Equipment Shutoff Valve With 1 8 NPT Tap From Gas Meter 5 W C to 10 5 W C Pressure Approved Flexible Gas Hose if allowed by local codes Gas Control Sediment Trap CSA AGA Design Certified Equipment Shutoff Valve With 1 8 NPT Tap Approved Flexible Gas Hose if allowed by local codes From Gas Meter 5 W C to 10 5 W C Pressure a Gas Regulator Sediment tee PIDE Trap Nipple te Minimum E Cap Figure 19 Gas Connection MSVFBN Series Purchase the optional CSA AGA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories page 23 Minimum inlet pressure for purpose of input adjustment Continued 11 For more information visit www desatech com SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY VENT FREE NATURAL GAS STOVE HEATER INSTALLATION Continued We recommend that you install a sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figures 18 and 19 page 11 Locate sediment trap where 1t 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 heater controls If sediment trap is not installed or is in stalled wrong heater may not run properly A CAUTION Avoid damage to regulator Hold gas regulat
32. ld remote control WALL MOUNT THERMOSTAT SWITCH GWMT1 Not Shown Forremote ready models The desired com fort setting can be selected on the wall thermostat and the log heater will automati cally cycle from pilot to the heat setting selected WALL MOUNT ON OFF SWITCH GWMS2 Not Shown For remote ready models Allows the gas log heaterto be turned on and off with a wall switch CLEANING KIT GCK Not Shown Your vent free gas appliance requires regu lar cleaning and maintenance to prevent performance problems This kit gives you the tools and instructions to make it easy to clean all critical areas of your appliance 23 For more information visit www desatech com SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY VENT FREE NATURAL GAS STOVE HEATER ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MSVFBNR For more information visit www desatech com 24 105985 PARTS LIST MSVFBNR 105985 OWNER S MANUAL This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 22 of this manual ONOaARKRWNDN PART NUMBER 104026 01 103779 01 098249 01 104423 01 098264 02 102843 01 099056 26 102980 01 099387 15 103781 01 103345 02 M11084 38 104383 02CK 098271 07 102445 01 103587 02CK 098304 01 103784 04 103784 03 M12461 26 100609 01 099918 02 103284 02 099998 01 PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 100563 01 103877 01 100565 01 101137 04
33. 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 heater may not be work ing properly Get fresh air at once Have heater serviced Some people are more af fected by carbon monoxide than others These include pregnant women people with heart or lung disease or anemia those under the influ ence of alcohol and those at high altitudes Natural Gas Natural gas is odorless An odor making agent is added to the gas The odor helps you detect a gas leak However the odor added to the gas can fade Gas may be present even though no odor exists Make certain you read and understand all warnings Keep this manual for reference It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this heater A WARNING Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous AX WARNING Do not allow fans to blow directly into the stove Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns Ceiling fans can create drafts that alter burner flame patterns Altered burner patterns can cause sooting A WARNING Do not use a blower insert heat exchanger insert or other accessory not ap proved for use with this heater For more information visit www desatech com Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies Do not place cl
34. n out air holes at burner inlet Peri odically repeat as needed Remove blockage or replace burner White powderresidue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture When heated vapors from furniture pol ish wax carpet cleaners etc turn into white powder residue Turn heater off when using furniture polish wax carpet cleaners or similar products Remote does not function Battery is not installed Battery power is low www desatech com For more information visit www desatech com 20 Replace 9 volt batteries in receiver and remote control 105985 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OWNER S MANUAL WARNING If you smell gas Shut off gas supply Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas suppliers instructions Ifyoucannotreach your gas supplier call the fire department IMPORTANT Operating heater where impurities in air exist may create odors Cleaning supplies paint paint remover cigarette smoke cements and glues new carpet or textiles etc create fumes These fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors These odors will disappear over time OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Heater produces a clicking ticking noise just after burner is lit or shut off 1 Metal expanding
35. nical Service Depart mentat 1 800 323 5190 Whencalling have ready your name and address model and serial numbers of your heater how heater was malfunctioning type of gas used propane LP or natural gas purchase date Usually we will ask you to return the defec tive part to the factory PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product If they can t supply original replacement part s call our Parts Department at 1 800 972 7879 for referral information When calling have ready model number of your heater the replacement part number 105985 ACCESSORIES Purchase these heater accessories from your local dealer If they can not supply these accessories call our Parts Department at 1 800 972 7879 for referral information You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE GA5010 For all models Equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap Fits 1 2 NPT pipe RECEIVER AND HAND HELD THERMOSTAT REMOTE CONTROL KIT GHRCT SERIES For remote ready models Allows the gas log heater to be operated in a manually or thermostatically controlled mode You can turn the gas log heater on and off without ever leaving the comfort of your easy chair 105985 OWNER S MANUAL RECEIVER AND HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROL KIT GHRC SERIES For remote ready models Allows the gas log heater to be turned on and off by using a hand he
36. ontrol knob pressed in 30 seconds 3 Fully open equipment shutoff valve 4 A Contact local natural gas company B Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 18 or replace ODS pilot assembly 5 Hand tighten until snug then tighten 1 4 turn more 6 Replace thermocouple 7 Replace control valve Burner does not light after ODS pilot is lit 105985 1 Burner orifice clogged Inlet gas pressure is too low Burner orifice diameter is too small Thermopile leads disconnected or im properly connected 5 Burners will not come on in remote position AUN www desatech com 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 18 or replace burner orifice 2 Contact local natural gas company 3 Replace burner orifice 4 Reconnect leads see Wiring Diagram page 22 5 Replace battery in transmitter and receiver Continued 19 For more information visit www desatech com SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY VENT FREE NATURAL GAS STOVE HEATER TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Delayed ignition burner 1 Manifold pressure is too low 1 Contact local natural gas company Burner orifice clogged 2 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 18 or replace burner orifice Burner backfiring during combustion Burner orifice is clogged or damaged Damaged burner Gas regulator defective le Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 18 o
37. open with yellow flame present All round burner flame holes should be open with a small blue flame present Some burner flame holes may be come blocked by debris or rust with no flame present If so turn off heater and let cool Either remove blockage or replace burner Blocked burner flame holes will create soot Review your video included with your heater for additional cleaning instructions TRANSPORTING STOVE Porcelain enamel coatings contain glass and are brittle To prevent cracking of the porce lain finish do not transport stove with top grates in place 105985 TROUBLESHOOTING Note For additional help visit DESA International s technical service web site at www desatech com Note All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation OBSERVED PROBLEM OWNER S MANUAL AX WARNING Turn off heater andletcoolbefore servicing Only aqualified service person should service and repair heater A CAUTION Never use a wire needle or similar object to clean ODS pilot This can damage ODS pilot unit POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed there is no spark at ODS pilot 1 Ignitor electrode not connected to igni tor cable Ignitor cable pinched or wet N Broken ignitor cable Bad piezo ignitor Ignitor electrode broken Ignitor electrode positioned wrong Du 4 WwW 1 Reconnect ignitor cable N Free ignitor cable if pinch
38. or with wrench when connecting it to gas piping and or fittings CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS A WARNING Test all gas pip ing and connections for leaks after installing or servicing Cor rect all leaks at once WARNING Never use an open flame to check for a leak Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System Test Pressures In Excess Of 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Disconnect appliance with its appliance main gas valve control valve and equipment shutoff valve from gas sup ply piping system Pressures in excess of 1 2 psig will damage heater regulator 2 Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve was connected 3 Pressurize supply piping system by ei ther using compressed air or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter 4 Check all joints of gas supply piping system Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles form ing show a leak 5 Correct all leaks at once 6 Reconnect heater and equipment shutoff valve to gas supply Check re connected fittings for leaks Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Closeequipment shutoff valve see Fig ure 20 2 Pressurize supply piping system by ei ther using compressed air or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter 3 Check all joints from gas meter
39. ot allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation on implied warranties or exclusion or limitation on damages may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state For information about this warranty write DESA o Sun Valley INTERNATIONAL Stove Company 2701 Industrial Drive Div MASDA Corporation P O Box 90004 Box D Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 Whippany NJ 07981 www desatech com www sunvalleystove com IIl ll 105985 01 Rev C NOT A UPC 06 00
40. othing or other flammable material on or near the appliance Never place any objects on the heater Stove becomes very hot when running heater Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing ignition Stove will remain hot for a time after shutdown Allow surfaces to cool before touching Carefully supervise young chil dren when they are in the room with heater When using the hand held remote accessory keep se lector switch in the OFF position to prevent children from turning on burners with remote Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable 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 If you smell gas shut off gas supply do not try to light any appliance not use any phone in your building gas supplier s instructions call the fire department This heater shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom do not touch any electrical switch do immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the if you cannot reach your gas supplier Do not use this stove as a wood burning fireplace Use only model MS VFBN R series vent free gas log heater Do not add extra logs or ornaments such as pine cones vermiculite or rock wool Using these added items can cause
41. pplied to areas such as joints around window and door frames be tween sole plates and floors be tween wall ceiling joints be tween wall panels at penetra tions for plumbing electrical and gas lines and at other openings If your home meets all of the three criteria above you must provide ad ditional fresh air See Ventilation Air From Outdoors page 6 If your home does not meet all of the three criteria above proceed to De termining Fresh Air Flow For Heater Location page 5 For more information visit www desatech com 4 Confined and Unconfined Space The National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223 1 defines a confined space as a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8 m per kw of the aggre gate input rating of all appliances installed in that space and an unconfined space as a space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8 m per kw of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space Rooms communicating directly with the space in whichthe appliances are installed through openings not furnished with doors are con sidered a part of the unconfined space This heater shall not be installed in a con fined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ventilation air Adjoining rooms are communicating only if there are doorless passageways or ventila tion grills between them
42. qualified installer familiar with low voltage wiring procedures A WARNING Do not connect this thermostat to a power source Electrical shock and or fire hazard will occur A WARNING Do not connect this thermostat to any electrical source Electrical shock and or fire hazard will occur Unscrew back panel on the stove and remove the log set from heater base This will give you access to the valve Disconnect from the valve the wires running from the ON OFF switch Run the wires from the wall thermo stat through the rectangular cut out in the back of the heater base Connect one terminal of the wire for the wall ther mostat to the THTP terminal on the valve Connect remaining wire termi nal to the TH terminal on the valve Make sure that the wire terminals are in the positions on the unit as pictured in Figure 22 If wires are not connected as shown the thermostat will not work Route the wire to a convenient loca tion to mount your thermostat no out side wall IMPORTANT The wire must not exceed 25 feet in length The thermostat should be mounted 54 above the floor in a location where there is good air circulation Avoid heat sources such as lamps direct sun light fireplace or heat and air condi tioning ducts To Remote Accessory Figure 22 Control Valve Terminals 105985 10 11 Connect one bare wire end to each ter minal W and R of the thermostat base
43. r replace burner orifice Replace damaged burner Replace gas control Slight smoke or odor during initial operation W Not enough air Gas regulator defective Residues from manufacturing processes and logs curing Check burner for dirt and debris If found clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 18 Replace gas control Problem will stop after a few hours of operation Moisture condensation noticed on windows Not enough combustion ventilation air Refer to Air for Combustion and Venti lation requirements page 4 Heater produces a whistling noise when burner is lit Turning control knob to HI position when burner is cold Air in gas line Air passageways on heater blocked Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice Turn control knob to LO position and let warm up for a minute Operate burner until air is removed from line Have gas line checked by local natural gas company Observe minimum installation clear ances see page 7 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 18 or replace burner orifice Dark residue on logs or inside of fireplace Improper log placement Drafts or other air currents affecting flame pattern Air holes at burner inlet blocked Burner flame holes blocked Properly locate logs see Installing Gas Log Heater Into Stove page 10 Eliminate source of drafts around heater Clea
44. rmo couple cools the heater will shut down If pilot flame pattern is incorrect as shown in Figure 34 turn heater off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 16 see Troubleshooting pages 19 through 21 Ignitor Electrode Pilot Burner Thermocouple Figure 33 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Ignitor Electrode Thermocouple Pilot Burner Figure 33 Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern BURNER PRIMARY AIR HOLES Air is drawn into the burner through the holes in the fitting at the burner entrance These holes may become blocked with dust or lint Periodically inspect these holes for any blockage and clean if needed Blocked air holes will create soot MAIN BURNER Periodically inspect all burner flame holes with the heater running All slotted burner flame holes should be open with yellow flame present All round burner flame holes should be open with a small blue flame present Someburnerflame holes may become blocked by debris or rust with no flame present If so turn off heater and let cool Either remove blockage or replace burner Blocked burner flame holes will create soot 17 For more information visit www desatech com SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY VENT FREE NATURAL GAS STOVE HEATER CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE AX WARNING Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning A CAUTION You must keep control areas burner and circu lating air passageways of heater clean Inspect these areas of heater
45. rmostat Hand Held Remote Control Unit Selections GHRCT Series Only Continued 15 For more information visit www desatech com SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY VENT FREE NATURAL GAS STOVE HEATER OPERATING HEATER Continued IntheAUTO mode the thermostat in the hand held remote unit con 5 trols the room temperature To in crease the room temperature press the top arrow of the TEMP button To lower the room temperature press the bottom arrow of the TEMP button At higher settings the heater will run longer IMPORTANT This remote control has been specially engineered to take an air temperature sample ev ery minute in the auto mode It will not respond immediately to the 6 temperature setting being turned up or down IMPORTANT The hand held re mote control unit must be near the heater Do not keep the hand held remote control unit too close to the heater The thermostat on the hand held remote control unit will heat up too quickly and turn the heater off 3 To turn the burner off press the AUTO ON OFF button until OFF lights The pilot will remain lit Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Fol low B in the safety information on page 14 column 1 If you don t smell gas go to the next step Slightly depress and turn control knob counterclockwise ys to the PILOT position Keep control knob pressed in for five 5 seconds
46. rs ing property damage personal injury or loss of life 1 STOP Read the safety information column 1 A This appliance has a pilot which must 2 be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly 3 B BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance 4 Do not touch any electric switch do not use any phone in your building 5 Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas sup plier call the fire department Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open Set switch to OFF position A WARNING Burners will come on automatically within one minute when the selector switch is in the ON position after the pilot is lit Press in and turn control knob clock wise to the OFF position Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety in formation column 1 If you don t smell gas go to the next step 10 11 With control knob pressed in press and release ignitor button This will light pilot The pilot is attached to the front burner If needed keep press ing ignitor bu
47. s pro vided with gas log heater see Figure 14 Attachment hardware is factory packed inside plastic bag with installa tion manual and owner s registration card Push bolt through heater base mounting hole and through stove bot tom Connect hex nut to bolt on under side of stove bottom The bolt hex head is for a 5 16 socket and the hex nuts are for a 3 8 socket If sockets are not available use adjustable wrenches A CAUTION Do not remove the metal data plates attached to the heater base assembly The data plates contain important warranty information Stove Bottom Hex Nut Figure 14 Fastening Heater Base to Stove Drop Bottom A WARNING Failure to position 8 Set one piece log on heater base as oe the parts in accordance with these shown in Figure 15 Make sure middle d diagrams or failure to use only section at bottom of log is seated into 7 parts specifically approved with U shaped cutout in center of heater Middle this heater may result in property base Log will fit securely on base Section at ls Bottom of a Log Set damage or personal injury IMPORTANT Make sure log does not cover any burner ports and does not touch the stove cavity see Figure 16 AR CAUTION Afterinstallationand periodically thereafter checkto en surethatnoflame comes in contact with any log With the heater set to High checkto see if flames contact any log If so reposition logs ac cording to the
48. sooting 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 This log heater is designed to be smoke less If logs ever appear to smoke turn off heater and call a qualified service person Note During initial operation slight smoking could occur due to log curing and heater burning manufactur ing residues To prevent the creation of soot follow the instructions in Cleaning and Main tenance page 18 Before using furniture polish wax car pet cleaners or similar products turn heater off If heated the vapors from these products may create a white pow der residue within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture This heater needs fresh outside air ven tilation to run properly This heater has an Oxygen Depletion Sensing ODS safety shutoff system The ODS shuts down the heater if not enough fresh air is available See Air for Combustion and Ventilation pages 4 through 6 If heater keeps shutting off see Trouble shooting pages 19 through 21 Do not run heater where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored under dusty conditions Do not use this stove to cook food or burn paper or other objects Do not use heater if any part has been exposed to or under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to in spect the room heater and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water Do not operate heater if any log is bro ken Do not operate heater
49. steps 1 through 6 under Light ing Instructions page 14 2 Depress control knob and light pilot with match 3 Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob Now follow steps 9 through 11 page 14 OPTIONAL REMOTE OPERATION Note Allremote control accessories must be purchased separately see Accessories page 23 Follow instructions included with the remote control Thermostat Control Operation Optional GHRCT Only The thermo stat control setting on the remote control unit can be set to any comfort level be tween WARMER and COOLER The burners will turn on and off automati cally to maintain the comfort level you select The ideal comfort setting will vary by household depending upon the amount of space to be heated the output of the central heating system etc 105985 OWNER S MANUAL For wall thermostat operation follow in struction supplied with thermostat acces sory GWMTI For wall switch operation follow instructions supplied with GWMS2 NOTICE You must light the pilot before using the hand held re mote control unit See Lighting Instructions on page 14 1 Afterlighting let pilot flame burn for about one minute Turn control knob to ON position Adjust flame adjust ment knob anywhere between HI and LO Slide the selector switch to the REMOTE position Note The burners may light if hand held ON button was on when remote
50. tallation The minimum clearances are shown in Figure 4 Measure from outermost point of stove top Minimum Wall and Ceiling Clearances see Figure 4 A Clearances from outermost point of stove top to any combustible side wall should not be less than 12 inches B Clearances from outermost point of stove top to any combustible back wall should not be less than 6 inches In cludes Corner Installations Clearances from the stove top to the ceiling should not be less than 48 inches Ceili Front View n 48 Minimum Side Wall 12 12 Side Wall t Minimum A Top View Back Wall Miss inimum Side View 12 12 Ceiling Minimum Minimum Side Wall Side Wall 48 Minimum Corner Wall Back Wall 6 fu Front of lt a Minimum Stove Unit iv B Wall Minimum LOY Floor Figure 4 Minimum Clearance to Walls and Ceiling Stove May Vary Depending on Model Continued 7 For more information visit www desatech com 105985 SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY VENT FREE NATURAL GAS STOVE HEATER INSTALLATION Continued STOVE CAVITY ASSEMBLY 1 Lift off corrugated box enclosing stove body crating 2 Remove all screws fastening the wood frame enclosure Spread wood frame open and lift away from plastic bagged stove body The bottom pieces of pallet wood will
51. to equipment shutoff valve see Figure 21 Apply mixture of liquid soap and water to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak 4 Correct all leaks at once Equipment Shutoff Valve Closed Figure 20 Equipment Shutoff Valve Equipment Shutoff Valve Gas Meter Pressure Testing Heater Gas Connections 1 Open equipment shutoff valve see Fig ure 20 2 Open main gas valve located on or near gas meter 3 Make sure control knob of heater is in the OFF position 4 Check all joints from equipment shutoff valve to control valve see Figure 21 Apply mixture of liquid soap and wa ter to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak 5 Correct all leaks at once 6 Light heater see Operating Heater pages 14 through 17 Check all other internal joints for leaks 7 Turn off heater see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance remote ready models page 15 variable manual models page 16 Figure 21 Checking Gas Joints For more information visit www desatech com 12 Control Valve Location 105985 INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING OPTIONAL WALL MOUNTED THERMOSTAT GWMT1 OWNER S MANUAL Gently remove the cover of the ther mostat from the base Grasp the sides of the cover firmly and pull to separate from the base Feed the electrical wires through the rectangular slots from the back on each side of the base see Figure 23 Ad WARNING Installation must be done by a
52. top or sides of the heater e in high traffic areas e in windy or drafty areas AX CAUTION This heater cre ates warm air currents These currents move heat to wall sur faces next to heater Installing heater next to vinyl or cloth wall coverings or operating heater where impurities such as to bacco smoke aromatic candles cleaning fluids oil or kerosene lamps etc in the air exist may discolor walls IMPORTANT Vent free heaters add mois ture to the air Although this is beneficial installing heater in rooms without enough ventilation air may cause mildew to form from too much moisture See Air for Com bustion and Ventilation pages 4 through 6 CHECK GAS TYPE Use only natural gas If your gas supply is not natural gas do not install heater Call dealer where you bought heater for proper type heater CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES Vent Free Operation Only AR WARNING Maintain the mini mum clearances If you can pro vide greater clearances from floor ceiling and adjoining side and back walls Carefully follow the instructions below This stove is a freestanding unit designed to set directly on the floor Do not place stove directly on carpeting vinyl tile or any com bustible material other than wood The stove must set on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the appliance IMPORTANT You must maintain mini mum wall and ceiling clearances during ins
53. tton until pilot lights Note If pilot does not stay lit con tact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs Until repairs are made light pilot with match To light pilot with match see Manual Light ing Procedure on page 15 Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob If control knob does not pop out when released contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs Note If pilot goes out repeat steps 4 through 8 Slightly push in and turn control knob counterclockwise K to the ON position Wait one minute and switch selector switch to the ON position to light burners Note AUTO is only func tional when using GWMT1 or GWMS2 optional accessories Set flame adjustment knob to any level between HI and LO Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand don t try to repair it call a qualified service technician or gas supplier Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to 6 Press in and turn control knob coun terclockwise y v to the PILOT position Press in control knob for five 5 seconds see Figure 25 Note You may be running this heater for the first time after hook ing up to gas supply If so the con
54. ugh the lower back opening as illustrated in Figure 17 Make sure gas log heater is secured to the stove cavity assembly A WARNING Never connect heater to private non utility gas wells This gas is commonly known as wellhead gas A CAUTION Use only new black iron or steel pipe Internally 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 vol ume to heater If pipe is too small undue loss of pressure will occur 105985 OWNER S MANUAL Back View Installation must include an equipment shutoff valve union and plugged 1 8 NPT Back Stove at o tap Locate NPT tap within reach for test Panel ux a gauge hook up NPT tap must be upstream P from heater see Figure 18 MSVFBNR roduct series or Figure 19 MSVFBN series Identification Label UD i IMPORTANT Install equipment shutoff i ES valve in an accessible location The equip Side View L E ment shutoff valve is for turning on or Front SS Gus shutting off the gas to the appliance of Gas Inlet Log Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male Stove Connection Heater threads This will prevent excess sealant Unit Access from going into pipe Excess sealant in pipe could result in clogged heater valves CAUTION Use pipe joint seal ant that is resistant to liquid pe troleum LP gas Figure 17 Gas Regu
55. ure 5 Removing Back Panel p Top of Stove Unit Z X Front of amp 7 Stove Unit Top of Front of H a ye OS Stove Stove Unit 5 Unit QM Al HI gt MI Pallet Wood Drop Cloth oo Bolted to Blanket Stove Body PS a 1 ye N Figure 6 Laying Down Stove On Side Front pee O O EU Pallet ita fum i Wood Bottom Of Stove Unit Foe e D 00 o o Figure 7 Removing Pallet Wood From The Bottom of The Stove Door Catch Bolt Door Hinge Step Front With Adjustable Bolt Hole Je UD Hex Nuts Hole Leg E BL Leg Hole jo p A al n Hole dq Bottom Of Stove Stove Unit Bottom J Hole A Leg Leg Hole o o Hole Figure 8 Locating Threaded Holes for Stove Bottom Legs and Door Attachment For more information visit www desatech com 8 105985 INSTALLATION Continued Washers Bolt Y a N Leg Figure 9 Attaching Stove Legs Bolt e Bottom Of Bottom Figure 10 Attaching Stove Bottom 105985 Bottom Of Stove Unit Stove Unit Door Door Claw OWNER S MANUAL Attach stove door by inserting step bolt through door hinge pivot hole and into threaded hole in stove body see Figure 8 on page 8 and Figure 11 Use an ad justable wrench or a 12mm socket to fas ten step bolt T
56. ve models Indicates Color Suffix Designation WARNING Improper installation adjust ment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual for correct installa tion and operational procedures For as sistance or additional information con sult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier WARNING This is an unvented gas fired heater It uses air oxygen from the room in whichitisinstalled Provisions foradequate combustion and ventilation air must be pro vided Refer to Air for Combustion and Ventilationsection on page 4 of this manual This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located manufac tured mobile home where not prohibited by state or local codes This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases Aftermarket Completion of sale not for purpose of resale from the manufacturer Save this manual for future reference SUN VALLEY STOVE COMPANY VENT FREE NATURAL GAS STOVE HEATER SAFETY INFORMATION A WARNINGS IMPORTANT Read this owner s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble oper ate or service this heater Im proper use of this heater can cause serious injury or death from burns fire explosion electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning AX DANGER Carbon monoxide poisoning may
57. y Bottom Door Metallic Black Bottom Door Porcelain Enamel Black Bottom Door Porcelain Enamel Navy Bottom Door Porcelain Enamel Almond Bottom Door Porcelain Enamel Green Bottom Door Porcelain Enamel Red Stove Dropped Bottom One Leg Metallic Black 4 Total Per Stove One Leg Porcelain Enamel Black 4 Total Per Stove One Leg Porcelain Enamel Navy 4 Total Per Stove One Leg Porcelain Enamel Almond 4 Total Per Stove One Leg Porcelain Enamel Green 4 Total Per Stove One Leg Porcelain Enamel Red 4 Total Per Stove Leg Leveler bolt M8 x 1 25 55mm Long 4 Total Per Stove Hardware Kit Door Hinge Step Bolt With Shoulder 1 Per Unit Door Catch Bolt M8 x 1 25 55mm Long With Two M8 Hex Nuts 1 Per Unit Bottom Floor Bolts M6 x 1 25mm Long With Flat Washer And Lock Washer 4 Per Unit Leg Bolts M6 x 1 25 20mm Long With Flat Washer And Lock Washer 4 Per Unit Back Panel Bolts M6 x 1 20mm Long With Flat Washer And Lock Washer 6 Installed Per Unit PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 104108 06 104807 04 104807 05 104807 06 104807 07 104807 08 106057 01 106057 02 104178 01 Included In Hardware Kit 105985 Touch up Spray Paint 12 oz Can Metallic Black Touch up Paint Bottle with Brush Porcelain Enamel Black Touch up Paint Bottle with Brush Porcelain Enamel Navy Touch up Paint Bottle with Brush Porcelain Enamel Almond Touch up Paint Bottle with Brush Porcelain Enamel Green

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