Desa GL36PNEP User's Manual
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1. As required by design as Te long as ceiling clearance is maintained Figure 7 Framing Dimensions Prior to Placing Appliance Using a Platform 1 Min to Combustibles Nailing Flanges Prepared Framing 4 or Screws Figure 8 Securing Appliance with Nailing Flanges VENT PIPE INSTALLATION A6 B 1 type gas vent pipe is a double wall vent ing system not supplied which must be installed during rough framing of the appliance Any B 1 type gas vent system may be used for proper vent ing as long as the vent system is installed per the vent manufacturer s recommendations DESA supplies this appliance with a tapered starter pipe for a snug fit Slide B 1 type vent pipe over this starter pipe until vent pipe is fully seated Secure this first section of B vent pipe by strap ping the connector around the vent pipe and then tightening the strap with any 1 8 nut and bolt see Figure 9 Note Visually inspect for proper vent connection by looking inside top of appliance If connection does not appear to be correct contact your local service technician B 1 Type Vent Not SZ Supplied Strap Fasten with 6 Screw or Bolt Figure 9 Installing B Vent Pipe 55175 F www desatech com FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT MODEL The installation of an outside air kit should be completed2. 1 e Fireplace spacers to framing 0 e Openings to perpendicular wall 4 End glass to facing wall 12 e Side glass to facing wall 36 e Bottom of fireplace to floor or platform 0 B vent surf ci 1 e Top of fireplace opening to ceiling 35 See Figures 3 and 4 AX CAUTION Do not block required air spaces with insu lation or any other material Do not obstruct effective opening of appliance with any type of facing material 1 Minimum Clearance from Pipes to Combustibles a 1 Minimum Clearance to Combustibles 7 22 19 n 113 21 4 Min from the Perpendicular Side Wall to the Fireplace Opening Typ Figure 3 Clearances from Top View 5 7 1 Min Clearance Doublewall from Pipes to Combustibles 6 B Vent 35 Min to Effective Do Not Pack Space Opening Between Spacer with to Ceiling Any Type of Insulation AA 2 2 i 63 7 Minimum 0 to Floor Z J 7 2 Figure 4 Clearances from Side View MANTEL CLEARANCES Woodwork such as wood trims mantels and other combustible materials should not be placed within 7 2 of the opening of this appliance see F
3. A hearth extension is not required with this appliance If one is installed it is for aesthetic purposes only and does not have to meet the standard requirements Turn fireplace off and let cool before servicing or repairing Only a qualified service person should install service or repair this fireplace Have fireplace inspected annually by a quali fied service person You must keep control compartments burn ers and circulating air passages clean More frequent cleaning may be needed due to ex cessive lint and dust from carpeting bedding material etc Turn off the gas valve and pilot light before cleaning fireplace Have venting system inspected annually by a qualified service person If needed have vent ing system cleaned or repaired See Cleaning and Maintenance page 15 www desatech com 3 SAFETY INFORMATION 16 Continued 11 Keep the area around your fireplace clear of combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapor and liquids Do not run fire place where these are used or stored Do not place items such as clothing or decorations on or around fireplace 12 Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn 4g paper or other objects 19 13 Do not use any solid fuels wood coal paper cardboard etc in this fireplace Use only the gas type indicated on fireplace nameplate 20 14 This appliance when installed must electri cally grounded in accordance with loca
4. in the safety information in column 1 If you don t smell gas go to the next step 6 Turn the main burner wall switch to the ON position for ignition There will be a spark at the electrode 7 Replace control access panel or louver once there is a flame at the burner 8 If burner will not stay lit after several tries flip the wall switch to OFF and call your service technician or gas supplier To L 8 Burner adm ae 9 gt From iG Outlet Supply Inlet Pressure Pressure Figure 25 Electronic Control Valve www desatech com 55175 F OPERATING FIREPLACE Gantiiced AA WARNING Turn off gas and electrical power before servicing appliance Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing 1 must be replaced prior to operat O a ing the appliance Ay WARNING Failure to keep the primary air opening s of the burner s clean may result in sooting and property damage TO TURN OFF GAS Keep control compartment logs burner and area TO APPLIANCE surrounding logs clean by vacuuming or brushing at least twice a year Take care not to alter the set tings on the pilot assembly Figure 26 Pilot 1 Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed Do not use abrasive liquids or cleaners for cleaning glass doors and tri
5. 2 000 ft to 4 000 ft 37 800 Btu hr e Manifold Pressure 11 0 W C 2 74 kPa e Supply Pressure in of water Minimum 12 0 2 89 kPa Maximum 13 0 3 23 kPa e Orifice Size at Altitudes 2 000 ft 49 2 000 ft to 4 000 ft 51 For the purpose of input adjustment 55175 F www desatech com 15 WIRING DIAGRAMS PILOT THERMOPILE DO NOT CONNECT TO 120V N C SW HEAT LIMIT SWITCH gt i INCOMING MAIN GAS SUPPLY PILOT SAFETY WIRE WALL SWITCH SUPPLIED MILLIVOLT WIRING DIAGRAM PILOT MAIN GAS IGNITOR WALL SWITCH SUPPLY SUPPLIED z Tt oo 7 i ee BLACK INCOMING WHITE 120V AC POR GREEN of USER N C SW z ih lt HEAT LIMIT 2 SWITCH Sea O O also ELECTRICAL RATING 120v 60Hz 0 7A ME til Ltt 24V AC STEP DOWN TRANSFORMER 120V AC i OPTIONAL REMOTE 7 U CONTROL _ ELECTRONIC WIRING DIAGRAM 16 www desatech com 55175 F MILLIVOLT SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING Note Before troubleshooting the system make sure the gas shutoff valve is ON The two most common causes
6. Propane LP Gas 14513 ELECTRONIC VALVE Natural Gas 14569 Propane LP Gas 14570 MILLIVOLT PILOT ASSEMBLY Natural Gas 112784 01 Propane LP Gas 112784 02 ELECTRONIC PILOT ASSEMBLY Natural Gas 108866 01 Propane LP Gas 108866 02 TRANSFORMER 14129 For use with all models PIEZO IGNITER 14261 For use with all models ORIFICE Natural Gas 23105 Propane LP Gas 23106 For use with all models WALL SWITCH KIT 22180 Wall Switch 14112 Cover Plate 14113 For use with all models IGNITION CONTROL 110286 01 For use with all models GAS VALVE CONVERSION KIT Millivolt Propane LP Gas PC GL36 Millivolt Natural Gas NC GL36 Electronic Propane LP Gas PC GL36E Electronic Natural Gas NC GL36E BRUSHED BRASS CABINET STYLE DOOR KIT DBBGL36PN Right Panel Assy 22367 Left Panel Assy 22368 End Panel Assy 22369 For use with all models BURNER ASSEMBLY 23439 For use with all models REMOTE CONTROL KIT 01026 For Millivolt Units Only Batteries required for receiver and transmitter REMOTE CONTROL KIT 00825 For Millivolt Units Only No batteries required for receiver or transmitter REMOTE CONTROL KIT 11710 For use with all models VENT HOOD AK4 For use with all models REFRACTORY Side Refractory 23519 Bottom Refractory 23516 Face 112139 01 For use with all models GRATE ASSEMBLY 11159 For use with all models LOG SET ASSEMBLY 25793 Bot
7. be necessary and should be done by a qualified technician The pilot assembly is located behind the burner next to the rear refractory piece at the right hand side The thermopile in millivolt models or the sensor in electronic models should be engulfed with the pilot flame approximately 3 8 to 1 2 in order for the regulator to receive proper signal see Figures 18 and 19 Pilot Burner Ignitor 3 8 to 1 2 10 mm 13 mm Thermopile Figure 18 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Millivolt Assembly Figure 19 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Electronic Assembly BURNER FLAME ADJUSTMENT The air shutter located at the base of the main burner tube has been factory preset to the proper air to bas ratio which results in a long blue cleaner burning flame see Figure 20 If readjustment is necessary loosen the air shut ter screw and rotate air shutter until proper flame setting is achieved retighten air shutter screw See Figure 20 for air shutter location Closing the air shutter reduces the air to gas mix resulting in a longer yellow flame which produces excessive carbon monoxide CO and could also cause sooting Burner Pan a Air Shutter Screw Orifice Gas Valve Figure 20 Air Shutter Adjustment 55175 F www desatech com 11 FIREPLACE Frame IN cnet ON a Adjustment L Clip OPTIONAL GLASS DOOR Ad
8. of a malfunctioning gas appliance are 1 Loose wiring connections 2 Construction debris clogging the pilot and or gas control valve filter OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Pilot will not light 1 No gas supply or shutoff 1 Check to see if you have gas valve is OFF supply 2 Air in gas line 2 Hold regulator control valve in the PILOT position for 2 to 3 minutes to purge air If you smell gas stop and wait for a few minutes before trying to light the fireplace 3 Construction debris clog 3 Remove debris and dirt in ging pilot orifice spect and clean any other possible obstructions 4 Low gas pressure 4 Contact your gas supplier 5 Control valve knob is noton 5 Refer to section on pilot the PILOT position lighting 6 Kinked pilot line 6 Have a qualified technician replace pilot line 7 Bad valve 7 Replace control valve see Replacement Parts and Acces sories page 19 Pilot will not stay lit 1 Loose wiring on thermopile 1 Check wiring connections to control valve Refer to wiring diagrams on page 15 2 No millivolt current is being 2 Have a qualified technician sent back to regulator check millivolts 3 If valve knob and wall switch 3 Have a qualified technician are in the ON position prob able defective control valve replace valve see Replace ment Parts and Accessories page 19 No gas to burner although wall 1 switch and valve are set to the Wall switch wires defective Check electr
9. DESA 3 SIDED PENINSULA VENTED DECORATIVE GAS APPLIANCE OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL We recommend that our A products be installed and S serviced by professionals who 9 are certified in the U S by NFI National Fireplace Institute CERTIFIED www nficertified org MARBLEHEAD NATURAL GAS MODELS GL36PN AND GL36PNE PROPANE LP GAS MODELS GL36PNP AND GL36PNEP 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 e Do not try to light any appliance e Do not touch any electrical switch e Do not use any phone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from aneighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a quali fied installer service agency or the gas supplier Save this manual for future reference For more information visit www desatech com WARNING Improper installation adjustment altera tion service or maintenance can cause injury or prop erty damage Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures For assistance or addi tional
10. EN or FULLY CLOSED If not a fire hazard may be created Only doors certified with this appliance may be used When operating doors do not slam or abuse them Always keep area below bottom edge of doors clear of obstacles or debris Do not operate this appliance if glass doors are broken or dam aged See Figure 22 12 www desatech com 55175 F OPERATING FIREPLACE MILLIVOLT MODELS READ BEFORE LIGHTING FOR YOUR SAFETY Ad 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 A a This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly 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 e Do not try to light any appliance e Do not touch any electric switch do not use any phone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand don t try to repair it call a qualified service tech nician or gas supplier Force or attempted repai
11. ace three loose logs or twigs onto alignment pins on two bottom logs see Figure 16 Bottom Logs Top Logs Twigs Figure 16 Log Placement FIREPLACE FACING Any non combustible material may be used for facing glass tile brick etc as long as the proper clearances are adhered to and the fireplace open ings are not blocked or obstructed in any way See Clearances page 6 and Figure 17 on page 11 Use only heat resistant noncombustible mortar or adhesive when securing facing material to the front of the fireplace 10 www desatech com 55175 F FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued yy ue PAS Noncombustible Facing Material Ignitor Flame Sensor C d 3 8 to 1 2 Pilot Burner 1 8 to 1 4 gt Pan Burner a 4 Block TJ Effective Opening Shaped Metal Support Noncombustible Figure 17 Fireplace Facing Material MANTELS Mantels combustible or non combustible may be constructed as long as proper clearances are observed see Figure 5 page 6 and Clearances page 6 PILOT ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENT The pilot assembly is factory preset for the proper flame height Alteration to factory settings may have occurred during shipping If this is the case some minor readjustments may
12. ctions to regulator valve No mil Refer to wiring diagrams on livolt current is being sent page 16 back to regulator 2 If valve knob and wall switch 2 Have a qualified technician are in the ON position prob replace valve see Replace able defective control valve ment Parts and Accessories page 19 No gas to burner although wall 1 Wall switch wires defective 1 Check electrical connections switch and valve are set to the and wires for continuity ON position 2 Thermocouple generator or 2 See Pilot will not stay lit sensor not generating suf above ficient voltage Frequent pilot outage 1 Pilot flame may be too 1 Clean and adjust pilot flame low causing safety pilot to for maximum flame impinge drop out ment on thermopile Pilot goes out when wall switch 1 Output on flame sensor too 1 Replace flame sensor is ON high 18 www desatech com 55175 F REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Purchase these fireplace replacement parts and accessories from your local dealer If they can not supply these parts call DESA at 1 866 672 6040 for referral information You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual Before ordering please have your appliance s model name or number and part number of the item s you are ordering ready The model name or number for your particular appliance may be found on the rating label located inside the appliance MILLIVOLT VALVE Natural Gas 14512
13. d wire must be replaced use Thermostat Millivolt Wire 18 AWG Type CL2 105 C or equivalent only IMPORTANT Do not hook up to standard 120 VAC household wiring Wall Switch Supplied OWE ol To Thermopile g Back View Route Millivolt Wires Supplied Through Electrical Conduit Bushing Figure 11 Wall Switch Installation ELECTRONIC MODELS GL36PNE PNEP This appliance must be properly wired to standard 120v household current through the DESA pro vided wall switch before its remote control unit can be used to activate the automatic pilot ignition turn fireplace flames ON Wall Switch Installation 1 Remove the J box cover plate from side of appliance s outer surround 2 Using the 18 ga wires coming through strain relief grommet on side of appliance s outer wall to standard household 120 VAC current through the wall switch provided as shown in Figure 12 page 9 For more detail see Wiring Diagrams page 16 Note If any of the original 10 feet supplied wire must be replaced use 20 AWG electrical wire or equivalent only 8 www desatech com 55175 F FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Q Strain Relief Common Grommet Ground Wire Figure 12 Wiring Through Outer Surround GAS SUPPLY TESTING Note This section is intended as a guide for quali fied technicians in
14. during the rough framing of the fire place due to the nature of it s location Outside combustion air is accessed through a vented crawl space A CAUTION Air inlet ducts must not be terminated in an attic space Avoid installing outside air eyebrow in areas where inlet opening may be blocked by snow bushes or other obstacles see Figure 10 The maximum height for the air inlet termination cannot exceed 3 feet below the B vent termination exhaust height Secure to Collars with Duct Tape or Screws Air Inlet Location Must Allow For Bushes or Snow 0 Y A Eyebrow Vent Hood Required for Wall Installation Vented Crawl Space Check Local Codes Before Installing in a Vented Crawl Space Figure 10 Outside Air Kit MILLIVOLT MODELS GL36PN PNP The installation of a wall switch in this millivolt control appliance allows you to activate the gas control valve without the use of normal current CAUTION Do not connect this millivolt system wall switch to a regular 120v power source Gas valve will be damaged be yond repair Wall Switch Installation 1 Remove the J box cover plate from side of appliance s outer surround 2 Using the 18 ga millivolt wire and wall switch both supplied connect wiring per wiring diagram see Figure 11 For more detail see Wiring Diagrams on page 16 Note If any of the original 10 feet supplie
15. ect to this DESA decorative gas appliance is limited to the duration of the foregoing warranty INVESTIGATION OF CLAIMS AGAINST WARRANTY DESA reserves the right to investigate any and all claims against this warranty and to decide upon method of settle ment DESA is not responsible for work done without written consent DESA shall in no event be responsible for any warranty work done without first obtaining DESA s written consent HOW TO REGISTER A CLAIM A DESA dealer or distributor should be contacted directly by the owner for any service including service under these warranties The repair and replacement of any defective part covered by these warranties is the responsibility of the nearest DESA dealer or distributor OTHER This warranty gives you specific rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state These warranties are given in lieu of any other expressed warranties DESA does not authorize any person or representative to make representations to the contrary in connection with the sale of a decorative gas appliance DESA 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 55175 55175 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 Rev F www desatech com 09 05
16. emain lit If it goes out repeat steps 5 through 8 e If knob does not pop up when released stop and immediately call your service technician or gas supplier e If the pilot will not stay lit after sev eral tries turn the gas control knob to OFF and call your service technician or gas supplier Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to ON Knob can be turned to ON only if the control knob is popped out 10 Replace control access panel 11 Turn on all electric power to the appliance Gas Control Knob Position Indicator Figure 23 Millivolt Control Valve www desatech com 13 OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE a 1 Turn off the wall switch 2 Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed 3 Remove control access panel 4 Pushin gas control knob and turn clockwise to OFF Do not force 5 Replace control access panel Pilot Burner Thermopile Ignitor Figure 24 Pilot ELECTRONIC MODELS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING A WARNING If you do not fol low these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage per sonal injury or loss of life A This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell ne
17. fects or other reproduc tive harm IMPORTANT Read this owner s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble op erate or service this fireplace Improper use of this fireplace can cause serious injury or death from burns fire explosions electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning AX DANGER Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death This fireplace is a vented product This fireplace will not produce any gas leakage into your home if properly installed This fireplace must be properly installed by a qualified service person If this unit is not properly installed by a qualified service person gas leakage can occur Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu with headaches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs the fireplace may not have been installed properly Get fresh air at once Have fireplace inspected and serviced by a qualified service person Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide than others These include pregnant women people with heart or lung disease or anemia those under the influence of alcohol and those at high altitudes Propane LP gas and natural gas are both odorless An odor making agent is added to each of these gases The odor helps you detect a gas leak How ever the odor added to these gases can fade Gas may be present even though no odor exists Make certain you read and understand a
18. ical connections and wires for continuity ON position 2 Thermopile or sensor not 2 See Pilot will not stay lit generating sufficient voltage above Frequent pilot outage 1 Pilot flame may be too 1 Clean and adjust pilot flame low causing safety pilot to drop out for maximum flame impinge ment on thermopile Pilot goes out when wall switch 1 is ON Millivolt output on thermo pile too high Have a qualified technician replace thermopile 55175 F www desatech com TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM Note Before troubleshooting the system make sure the gas shutoff valve is ON The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are 1 Loose wiring connections 2 Construction debris clogging the pilot and or gas control valve filter OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Pilot will not light 1 No gas supply or shutoff 1 Check to see if you have gas valve is OFF supply 2 Construction debris clog 2 Remove debris and dirt in ging pilot orifice spect and clean any other possible obstructions 3 Low gas pressure 3 Contact your gas supplier 4 Control valve knob is noton 4 Refer to section on pilot the PILOT position lighting 5 Kinked pilot line 5 Have a qualified technician replace pilot line 6 Bad valve 6 Replace control valve see Replacement Parts and Acces sories page 19 Pilot will not stay lit 1 Loose wiring on thermopile 1 Check wiring conne
19. igure Combustible material above the fireplace projecting more than 1 2 from the appliance s front face must not be less than 12 from the ap pliance opening 33 127 Ref a MN Header Fireplace Top eT Drywall 1 J Ref aterial HV 12 Min Note 7 Min ote Mantel clearances apply to Effective to both sides of the applliacne Opening hi gl 11 h Figure 5 Mantel Clearances www desatech com 55175 F FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued FRAMING Construct framing using dimensions shown if Figures 6 7 and 8 Use the figure applicable to your applica tion Figure 6 shows the framing dimensions prior to having the appliance in place If installing on a platform platform must be solid flat and fully sup ported see Figure 7 Once the unit has been fitted bring studs in against nailing flanges located on the side of the appliance making sure a 1 clearance is maintained as shown in Figure 8 If the fireplace is to be installed directly on carpeting tile other than ceramic or any combustible mate rial other than wood flooring the fireplace must be installed upon a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the fireplace anda ia 9 52 3 Figure 6 Framing Dimensions Prior to Placing Appliance 19 atl 1 9 A
20. information consult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL CHECK LOCAL CODES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION SAVE THIS BOOK This book is valuable In addition to instructing you on how to install and maintain your appliance it also con tains information that will enable you to obtain replace ment parts or optional accessory items when needed Keep it with your other important papers This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indi cated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety 3 Technical Soie 15 aS 4 Specifications InthOGUCtON 5 Wiring Diagrams ua 5 Fireplace Installation 6 Replacement Parts and 19 Operating 13 Limited 2 Year Back Cover Cleaning and 15 2 www desatech com 55175 F SAFETY INFORMATION Ay WARNING This product contains and or generates chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth de
21. ir conditioning ducts windows or doors will not affect fireplace heat output 3 A location that avoids the cutting of joists or roof rafters will make installation easier Figure 2 shows a typical three sided fireplace installation IMPORTANT Side openings must be located at least 3 feet from facing wall or combustible mate rial End opening must be located at least 1 foot from facing wall or combustible material Existing Side Wall 4 From Opening to Perpendicular Wall Control Panel Figure 2 Typical Two Sided Fireplace Installation 55175 F www desatech com 5 SELECTING LOCATION Continued In selecting a location the following precautions must be observed 1 Do not connect this appliance to a chimney system used for a solid fuel burning fire place 2 Install in an area providing ventilation and adequate combustion air 3 Due to high temperatures do not locate this appliance in high traffic areas or near furniture and draperies 4 Never obstruct the front opening of the appli ance or the flow of combustion and ventilation air Keep control compartments accessible 5 DO NOT locate in the vicinity where gasoline or other flammable liquids may be stored The appliance area must be kept clear and free from these combustible materials FIREPLACE INSTALLATION CLEARANCES Minimum clearances to combustibles are Fireplace flanges to studs 0 Fireplace
22. justment Glass doors are optional with this gas appliance see Screw Replacement Parts and Accessories page 19 Long Pivot Pin Installing Glass Door 1 Be sure top spring clip hole is aligned with hole in fireplace frame see Figure 21 Fit glass door top pin into aligned holes Bottom Pin 2 Swing inner end of bottom clip out away from Bottom Slot fireplace frame Fit door bottom pin into clip Adjustment Clip Push clip into frame until bottom door pin Figure 21 Installing Glass Doors slips into hole in frame 3 Check door alignment If doors do not align with each other use top spring clip to align a Use Phillips screwdriver to loosen screw that holds top spring clip in place b Push spring clip left or right in its align ment slot until door is at proper angle aligned with opposing door Moving spring clip to the LEFT your left as you face the fireplace moves glass door s top inner corner UP moving spring clip to the RIGHT moves glass door s top inner corner DOWN c When door alignment is satisfactory use Phillips screwdriver to retighten spring clip screw Glass Doors Must be Fully Open as Shown or Fully Closed when Appliance is in Operation 17 A Ay WARNING When fireplace is in operation both sets of Figure 22 Glass Doors Shown Fully cabinet doors oneach side of the Open fireplace must be either FULLY OP
23. l codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22 1 15 Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air in any way Provide adequate clearances around air openings into the combus tion chamber along with adequate accessibility clearance for servicing and proper operation Do not install fireplace directly on carpeting vinyl tile or any combustible material other than wood The fireplace must set on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the fireplace Do not use fireplace if any part has been ex posed to or under water Immediately call a qualified service person to arrange for replace ment of the unit Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken Do not use a blower insert heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with this fireplace Provide adequate clearances around air openings DIMENSIONS ft 6 O D 21 ris 20 5 19 2 6 40 m 491 7 19 1 4 7 TOP VIEW 4 Li 5214 WY Y 514 e tt F i Lg 5 36 1 13 40 24 FRONT VIEW BACK VIEW SIDE VIEW 4 www desatech com 55175 F INTRODUCTION Models GL36PN P and GL36PNE P are decora tive gas appliances that use a millivolt gas control and piezo pilot
24. ll warnings Keep this manual for reference It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this fireplace AX WARNING Any change to this fireplace or its controls can be dangerous 55175 F This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This ap pliance is not convertible for use with other gases For propane LP fireplace do not place propane LP supply tank s inside any structure Locate propane LP supply tank s outdoors To prevent performance problems do not use propane LP fuel tank of less than 100 165 capacity If you smell gas e shut off gas supply e do not try to light any appliance e do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building e immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e if you cannot reach you gas supplier call the fire department Never install the fireplace e ina recreational vehicle e where curtains furniture clothing or other flammable objects are less than 42 from the front top or sides of the fireplace e in high traffic areas windy or drafty areas This fireplace reaches high temperatures Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing ignition Fireplace will remain hot for a time after shutdown Allow surfaces to cool before touching Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room with fireplace
25. ms Any household glass cleaner should suffice Do not clean doors when hot Allow CLEANING AND appliance to cool before cleaning MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about installation A WARNING Installation and operation or troubleshooting If so contact DESA s repair should be done by a quali Technical Service Department at 1 866 672 6040 fied service person The appli When calling please have your model and serial anceshouldbeinspectedbefore 210 of your heater ready each use and at least annually by a qualified service person More frequent cleaning may be SPECIFICATIONS required due to excessive lint GL36PNE from carpeting bedding mate Maximum Input Rating at Altitudes 2 000 ft 2 Remove control access panel 3 Close the gas valve You can also visit DESA s Technical Services web site at www desatech com rial pet hair etc It is imperative 42 000 Btu hr 2 000 ft to 4 000 ft 37 800 that the control compartments Btu hr burners and circulating air sys e Manifold Pressure 3 5 W C 87 kPa tem be ke pt clean Supply Pressure in of water Minimum 4 5 1 12 kPa Maximum 11 0 2 74 kPa e Orifice Size at Altitudes 2 000 ft 30 2 000 ft AX WARNING The logs canbe Ooo aa hot Handle only when cool For the purpose of input adjustment GL36PNP GL36PNEP e Maximum Input Rating at Altitudes 2 000 ft 42 000 Btu hr
26. or an electronic gas control valve with an electronic ignition system respectively These systems require a 6 B type venting system for operation The 6 B type vent is not supplied by DESA For installation guidelines check your B vent instructions AX WARNING This gas appli ance must not be connected to a chimney flue servicing a solid fuel burning appliance This appliance complies with ANSI Z21 50B 1990 and CAM CGA 2 22 M89 as a Vented Gas Ap pliance and is listed and tested by the Omni Test Laboratories Ay WARNING Installation of this appliance should be done by a qualified service person well trained in the installation of such appliances You will also need a building permit from your local Building and Safety Commissioner before installing this appliance otherwise your insurance compa ny may not cover this appliance Models GL36PN and GL36PNE are smooth face units for natural gas only The GL36PNP and GL36PNEP are smooth face units for propane LP gas only To determine which type of gas your unit is approved and tested for check the rating plate on the lift out plate located inside the firebox under the access panel BEFORE YOU BEGIN Before beginning the installation of your appli ance read these instructions through completely This DESA appliance and its approved compo nents are safe when installed according to this installation manual and are operated as recom mended by DESA Unless you
27. r any other expense REFRACTORY WARRANTY FIRST YEAR DESA warrants the refractory except the hairline cracks less than 1 16 in width one year from the date of manufacture to be free from defect in material and workmanship If the original owner of a DESA fireplace believes that any of the refractory parts have failed during the above one year period the current owner should notify the nearest DESA distributor or dealer DESA will pay for the refractory replacement and reasonable labor charges DESA will be responsible for the freight charges SECOND YEAR DESA will supply the refractory replacement parts at the current list price that is in effect at time of the replacement DESA will assume no responsibility for any labor and freight charges incurred This warranty covers only parts and labor as provided above In no case shall DESA be responsible for materials components or construction which are not manufactured or supplied by DESA DESA will not be responsible for any labor charges to remove such materials components or construction All replacement parts will be shipped Santa Ana to purchasers address or the nearest DESA distributor QUALIFICATIONS TO THE WARRANTY The decorative gas appliance warranty outlined above is further subject to the following qualifications 1 gas appliance must be installed as the DESA installation instructions and local building codes The use of components manufactured by othe
28. r may result in a fire or explosion Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE During initial operation of new heater burning logs will give off a paper burning smell Orange flame will also be pres ent Open window to vent smell This will only last a few hours 55175 F gt STOP Read the safety information column 1 Turn wall switch to the OFF position Turn off all electric power to the appliance Open control access panel Push in gas control knob and turn clock wise X to the OFF position see Figure 23 Note It is recommended that you maintain the gas control knob in the full OFF position during lengthy periods of seasonal non usage Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information above If you don t smell gas go to the next step Turn control knob counterclockwise to the PILOT position Push in control knob all the way and hold in Immediately light the pilot by pressing the red ignitor button until a flame ap pears Continue to hold the control knob in for about 1 minute after the pilot is lit Release knob and it will pop back up Pilot should r
29. rs with this DESA gas appliance except for the Type B venting system as outlined in the installation instructions if applicable could create serious safety hazards may result in denial of certification by recognized national safety agencies and could be in violation of local building codes This warranty does not cover any damages occurring from the use of my components not manufactured or supplied by DESA 2 DESA appliance must be subjected to normal use The decorative gas appliances are designed to burn either natural or propane LP gas only Burning conventional fireplace fuels such as wood coal or any other solid fuel will cause damage to the decorative gas appliance will produce excessive temperatures and will result in a fire hazard LIMITATION OF LIABILITY It is expressly understood that DESA s sole obligation and purchaser s exclusive remedy under this warranty expressed or implied or in contract tort or otherwise shall be limited to replacement or repair as specified above In no event shall DESA be responsible for any incidental or consequential damages caused by defects in its products whether such dam age occurs or is discovered before or after replacement or repair and whether or not such damage is caused by DESA s negligence Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you The duration of any implied warranty with resp
30. stalling gas to this appliance AX CAUTION Do not connect appliance before pressure test ing gas piping Damage to gas valve may result and an unsafe condition may be caused The appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa The appliance must be isolated from the gas sup ply piping system by closing its individual manual shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa This unit has been tested for installation at high altitude in accordance with Canadian test stan dard CAN CGA 2 17 Higher altitudes affect the atmospheric pressure and heat valve of gaseous fuels When installing this unit at high altitudes the rated input will be lower than at sea level The lowered oxygen content in the air and the lowered gas density require installation of a different size orifice in order to achieve clean combustion of the unit Consult the unit data plate for the proper high altitude orifice size Fill out the information sticker attached to the unit when field converting See Specifications page 15 when derating The gas control valve is secured to the burner pan assembly underneath the front ledge A 1 8 NPT plugged tapping is provided on the gas control valve for a test gauge connection immediately
31. tinued To install 1 Remove gas line cover plate from appliance s outer surround at the location to be used 2 Remove insulation from inside the gas line conduit sleeve 3 Run gas line through sleeve 4 Prepare incoming black iron gas line with Teflon tape or pipe joint compound Check local codes as to the use of Teflon tape A CAUTION Compounds used on threaded joints of gas piping shall be resistant to the action of Liquefied Petroleum LP or propane and should be applied lightly to ensure excess sealant does not enter the gas line 5 Connect incoming gas line to regulator Secure all joints tightly with wrench but do not over tighten If a flexible gas line is used take care not to kink the connector 6 Re pack insulation in and around the conduit sleeve and flexible gas line AX WARNING All gas piping and connections must be tested for leaks after the installation is completed After ensuring that the gas valve is on apply a commercial leak detection solution to all con nections and joints If bubbles appear leaks can be detected and corrected Do not use an open flame for leak testing and do not operate any appliance if a leak is detected Typical Exterior Wall Gas Shutoff Installation Figure 15 Typical Exterior Wall Gas Shut Off Installation LOG SET PLACEMENT Carefully remove log set from packaging Place the two bottom logs over grate and align with pins Pl
32. tom Rear Log 25795 Bottom Front Log 25794 Top Left Log 25797 Top Center Log 25672 Top Right Log 25796 For use with all models 1 VENT PIPE For use with all models Any B 1 type 6 diam eter gas vent pipe may be purchased from your local vent manufacturer 55175 F www desatech com 19 LIMITED 2 YEAR WARRANTY DESA warrants this gas appliance to be free from the defects in material or workmanship at the time of manufacture REMEDY AND EXCLUSIONS The coverage of this warranty is limited to all components of the gas appliance manufactured by DESA with the exception of glass and refractory The glass is warranted for 90 days There will be no cost for replacement of glass within 90 days of installation provided that breakage is due to heat from the appliance We do not warranty breakage occurring during installation or transportation If the decorative gas appliance covered by this warranty is found to be defective within one year from the date of installation DESA will at its option replace or repair defective components of the decorative gas appliance manufactured by DESA at no charge or will pay for reasonable costs incurred in replacing or repairing such components These charges should be pre approved by DESA before any work is done During the second year of the warranty DESA shall supply replacement parts if readily available at the current minimum wholesale price DESA will not be responsible fo
33. upstream of the gas supply connection to the ap pliance see Figures 13 and 14 Pilot Gas Line Pilot Do Not Kink pilot ON OFF Adjustment Burner Knob P Q To Main i WS Inlet Outlet Pressure Pressure Figure 13 Millivolt Control Valve To Burner gt H 0 From ol og Gas Outlet Supply Inlet Pressure Figure 14 Electronic Control Valve GAS LINE HOOK UP WARNING Gas line hookup should be done by your gas supplier or a qualified service person A WARNING Before you pro ceed make sure your gas supply is OFF A manual shutoff valve has been included in the appliance s gas supply system You may consider installing an extra gas shutoff valve outside the ap pliance s enclosure check with local codes where it can be accessed more conveniently with a key through a wall as shown in Figure 15 page 10 A 30 long 1 2 NPT SCHD 40 flexible gas line supplied may be used between the incoming 1 2 NPT black iron gas line and the fireplace regulator located inside the firebox under the access plate The incoming gas line may be routed toward the appliance from either the left or right hand side of fireplace outer surround 55175 F www desatech com 9 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Con
34. use DESA approved components tested for this appliance YOU MAY CAUSE A FIRE HAZARD The DESA warranty will be voided by and DESA dis claims any responsibility for the following actions A Modification of the appliance or any of the components manufactured by DESA unless otherwise permitted by DESA B Use of any component part not approved by DESA in combination with this appliance Installation and or operation in a manner other than instructed in this manual D The burning of anything other than the type of gas approved for use in this gas appliance This appliance when installed must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electri cal Code ANSI NFPA 70 1987 and the CSA C22 1 Canadian Electrical Code for Canada The installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the current National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 or with the current CAN CGA B149 Installation Codes for Canada NOTICE This appliance is not intended to be used as a primary source of heat SELECTING LOCATION To determine the safest and most efficient location for your appliance you must take into consider ation the following guidelines 1 The location must allow for proper clearances see Clearances page 6 Note This decora tive appliance is not designed for outdoor installation 2 The location should be in a place where drafts a
35. xt 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 e Donot touch any electric switch do not use any phone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department C Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand don t try to repair it call a qualified service tech nician or gas supplier Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE During initial operation of new heater burning logs will give off a paper burning smell Orange flame will also be pres ent Open window to vent smell This will only last a few hours 1 STOP Read the safety information column 1 2 Set the thermostat to lowest setting if applicable 3 Turn off wall switch 4 Open control access panel or louver 5 Smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow
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