Desa CF26PT User's Manual
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1. VENT FREE PROPANE LP GAS BAY FRONT FIREPLACE OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL CF26PT 15 000 to 26 000 Btu Hr with Thermostat Patent Pending Fireplace Shown With Optional Bay Front Mantel WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Referto this Do notstore oruse gasoline or other flammable manual for correct installation vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any and operational procedures For other appliance assistance or additional infor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS mation consult a qualified in Do not try to light any appliance staller igen agency orme Do not touch any electrical switch do not aaa iba Use any Prone NVON DULANG WARNING This is an unvented Immediately call your gas supplier from a gas fired heater Ituses air oxy WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result caus ing property damage personal injury or loss of life neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s gen from the room in which it is instructions installed Provisions for ad If you cannot reach your gas supplier call equate combustion and ventila the fire department tion air must be provided Refer Installation and service must be performed by to Air for Combustion and Ven a qualified installer service agency or the gas tilation section on page 4 of this supplier manual Th2. 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 PROPANE LP GAS HEARTH FIREPLACE DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for two 2 years from the date of first purchase provided that the product has been properly installed operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser This warranty covers the cost of part s required to restore this fireplace to proper operating condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a DESA 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 fireplace MUST be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with all local codes and instructions furnished with the unit This warranty does not apply to parts that are not in ori
3. heater use the following instructions If Red T your heater is built in see For Built In In stallation on page 11 1 Screen and hood should be removed from fireplace see page 9 Remove log set and set aside 2 Install snap bushings found in hardware kit into both holes in rear of blower control shield see Figure 15 Control Shield 3 Make sure the wire harness is firmly connected to the terminals on the blower bracket assembly Figure 16 Installing Blower Bracket Assembly For more information visit www desatech com 10 107187 INSTALLATION Continued Blower Control Shield Switch Plate Screw Figure 17 Installing Switch Plate to Blower Control Shield For Built In Installation AX WARNING licensed electri cian mustconnectthe wiring har ness to electrical supply follow ing all local codes Electrician must provide a clamp on the box cover to secure the wiring Wir ing should be routed through the bushing in the hole on the outer casing of heater Install a snap bushing found in hard ware kit into one of the holes found on rear of blower control shield The other hole 15 for a strain relief clamp not sup plied to secure incoming electrical supply Follow steps 2 through 6 in Installing Blower Assembly page 10 Also re move black wire from middle OFF switch terminal Remove black plastic strain relief and power cord from switch plate see Fig
4. Burner orifice clogged Ne Contact local propane LP gas company Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 17 or replace burner orifice Burner backfiring during combustion Burner orifice is clogged or damaged Damaged burner Gas regulator defective 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 17 or replace burner orifice Replace damaged burner Replace gas control Slight smoke or odor during initial operation 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 17 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 Airin 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 pro pane LP gas company Observe minimum installation clear ances see pages 7 through 9 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page
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6. tilation air Read the following in structions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel burning appliances in your home Today s homes are built more energy effi cient than ever New materials increased insulation and new construction methods help reduce heat loss in homes Home owners weather strip and caulk around windows and doors to keep the cold air out and the warm air in During heating months home owners want their homes as airtight as possible While it is good to make your home energy efficient yourhome 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 adequate fresh air for these appliances This will insure proper venting of vented fuel burning appliances PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION The following are excerpts from National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Sec tion 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
7. tures meet the requirement of the national product standard Fol low all minimum clearances shown in this manual NOTICE If your installation does not meetthe minimum clearances shown you must do one of the following raise the mantel to an accept able height remove the mantel Note All vertical Mantel Shelf measurements are from top of fireplace opening to bottom of mantel shelf Minimum Non Combustible Figure 9 Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built In Installation 107187 OWNER S MANUAL REMOVING BRICK LINER RETAINER 1 Using Phillips screw driver remove 2 screws attaching brick liner retainers to vertical sides 2 Remove brick liner retainers and discard Replace 2 screws into vertical sides ASSEMBLING BRASS TRIM Brass trim shipped with mantel 1 Remove packaging from three pieces of brass trim 2 Locate two adjusting plates with set screws and two shims in the hardware packet 3 Align shim under adjusting plate as shown in Figure 10 4 Slide one end of adjusting plate shim in slot on mitered edge of top brass trim see Figure 10 5 Slide other end of adjusting plate shim in slot on mitered edge of side brass trim see Figure 10 6 While firmly holding edges of brass trim together tighten both set screws on the adjusting plate with slotted screwdriver 7 Repeat steps 1 through 6 for other corner 8 Set brass assembly aside for later i
8. tween propane LP supply and fire place See guidelines under Con necting to Gas Supply page 12 Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System Test Pressures In Excess Of 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 For more information visit www desatech com Disconnect appliance with its appli ance main gas valve control valve and equipment shutoff valve from gas supply piping system Pressures in ex cess of 1 2 psig will damage fireplace regulator Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve was connected Pressurize supply piping system by ei ther using compressed air or opening propane LP supply tank valve Check all joints of gas supply piping system Apply noncorrosive leak detec tion fluid to gas joints Bubbles form ing show a leak Correct all leaks at once Reconnect heater and equipment shutoff valve to gas supply Check re connected fittings for leaks Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 2 1 51 3 5 Close equipment shutoff valve see Figure 24 Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections 1 Open equipment shutoff valve see Figure 24 Open propane LP supply tank valve Make sure control knob of fireplace is in the OFF position Check all joints from equipment shutoff valve to thermostat gas valve see Fig ure 23 page 13 Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct a
9. This fireplace is designed to be smoke carbon monoxide poisoning flammable material on or near less If logs ever appear to smoke turn off the appliance Never place any fireplace and call a qualified service per objects in the fireplace son Note During initial operation slight DANGER Carbon monoxide e cuni poisoning may lead to death Fireplacefrontand screen becomes fireplace burning manufacturing residues Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of Ke hot when running fireplace 8 To prevent the creation of soot follow px pchildren and adults away from heinstructonsinCleani d Main carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu hotsurfacestoavoidburnsorcloth the instructions 1n Cleaning an ain with headaches dizziness or nausea If you RUINA n tenance page 17 have these signs the fireplace may not be IOP ace Wil remain 9 Before using furniture polish wax car gns prace may hotforatime after shutdown Allow g furniture polish wax working properly Get fresh air at once surfaces to cool before touching pet cleaner or similar products turn Have fireplace serviced Somepeopleare more heater off If heated the vapors from affected by carbon monoxide than others These these products may create a white pow include pregnant women people with heart or Carefully supervise young chil der residue within burner box or n lung disease or anemia those under the influ dren when they are in
10. 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 applied to areas such as joints around window and door frames be tween sole plates and floors be tween wall ceiling joints be tween wall panels at penetra tions for plumbing electrical and gas lines and at other openings If your home meets all of the three criteria above you must provide ad ditional fresh air See Ventilation Air From Outdoors page 6 If your home does not meet all of the three criteria above proceed to Deter mining Fresh Air Flow For Fireplace Location page 5 For more information visit www desatech com 4 Confined and Unconfined Space The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 defines a confined space as a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8 per kw of the aggregate input rating of all appli ances installed in that space and an unconfining 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
11. provide greater clearances from floor ceiling and joining wall You can recess firebox into the wall You can also position fireplace in the optional cabinet mantels IMPORTANT Only use optional cabinet mantels specified in this manual Purchase the optional mantel from your dealer see Accessories page 26 107187 OWNER S MANUAL AX WARNING Never install the fireplace in a bedroom or a bathroom inarecreational vehicle where curtains furniture clothing or other flammable objects are less than 42 inches from the front top or sides of the fireplace as fireplace insert in high traffic areas in windy or drafty areas CAUTION This fireplace cre ates warmair currents These cur rents move heat to wall surfaces next to fireplace Installing fire place next to vinyl or cloth wall coverings or operating fireplace where impurities such as but not limited to tobacco smoke aromatic candles cleaning flu ids oil or kerosene lamps etc in the air exist may discolor walls IMPORTANT Vent free fireplaces add mois ture to the air Although this is beneficial installing fireplace in rooms without enough ventilation air may cause mildew to form from too much moisture See Air for Combus tion and Ventilation pages 4 through 6 A CAUTION If you install the fireplace in a home garage fireplace pilotand burner must be at least 18 inches above flo
12. High Efficiency Construction Project Other 11 How did you learn about this product brand O Advertising Relative or Friend Store Display Other 12 Level of Education of Purchaser Some High School Completed High School Completed College Completed Graduate School 13 Age of Purchaser Under 20 20 29 O30 39 O40 49 O50 59 O 60 or Over 14 Buyer s total annual household income Under 15 000 15 000 to 19 999 20 000 to 34 999 35 000 to 49 999 O 50 000 to 74 999 75 000 to 99 999 100 000 and Over 15 Store where product was purchased Name City State 16 In choosing this product how important were the following Not Important Somewhat Important Very Important Availability Price Overall Quality Heat Output Made in USA Warranty Local Service Value for Price Prior Brand Experience Controls Location Thermostat Remote or Manual Operation Ease of Operation Special Features Salesperson s Recommendation Friend Relative s Recommendation Portability Quiet Operation Postage Required DESA INTERNATIONAL 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 PARTS CENTRALS Baltimore Electric 1348 Dixwell Avenue Hamden CT 06514 0322 1 800 397 7553 203 248 7553 Pa
13. dealers of this product or Parts Central see page 29 If they can t supply original replacement part s call DESA International at 1 866 672 6040 for referral information When calling DESA International have ready model number of your fireplace the replacement part number 21 For more information visit www desatech com Confort Glew CF26PT VENT FREE PROPANE LP BAY FRONT FIREPLACE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN CF26PT For more information visit www desatech com 22 107187 PARTS LIST CF26PT 107187 OWNER S MANUAL This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 21 of this manual KEY PART NO NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY 106039 01 104033 03 102776 07 102844 02 102966 02 098867 10 102981 01 102983 04 099056 29 102843 01 102980 01 101329 22 102979 02 098544 01 102445 01 099387 09 098271 10 104286 01 M11084 38 098249 01 099211 01 Log Set Baffle Rear Base Assembly Lower Bracket Upper Bracket Gas Regulator Inlet Tube Outlet Burner Tube Burner Orifice Injector Burner Clip Burner Thermostat Gas Valve Assembly Thermostat Bracket Thermostat Clip Piezo lgnitor Pilot Tube Ignitor Cable ODS Pilot Hex Screw 8 18 x 38 Nut M5 Screw 10 16 x 2 50 23 For more information visit www desatech com Confort Glew CF26PT VENT FREE PR
14. fireplace into a framed in enclo sure This makes the front of fireplace flush with wall Follow the instructions below to install the fireplace in this manner If install ing a built in mantel above the fireplace you must follow the clearances shown in Figure 9 page 9 If using for built in instal lation off of the floor follow clearances shown in Figure 4 page 7 Actual Framing Height 26 26 7 8 3 Front Width 26 3 4 26 7 8 Depth 9 1 2 10 1 2 Bottom 3 4 3 4 1 Frame in rough opening Use dimen 4 sions shown in Figure 6 for the rough opening If installing in a corner use dimensions 5 shown in Figure 7 for the rough open ing The height is 26 s which is the same as the wall opening above 6 10 Nal 267 s 3 4 Off m The Floor 267 s Minimum Figure 6 Rough Opening for Installing in Wall N An optional blower accessory is avail able see Accessories page 26 There are two options for connecting blower to electrical source Option one Have a licensed electri cian install a properly grounded three prong 120 volt electrical outlet at fire place location Locate outlet inside the framed enclosure Blower power cord will plug into this outlet Option two Have a licensed electri cian connect blower to electrical source at junction box inside fireplace If using option one have el
15. mantel Lm Hi Screen Rod Mantel Screw Location Figure 13 Removing Hood Continued 9 For more information visit www desatech com CF26PT VENT FREE PROPANE LP BAY FRONT FIREPLACE ST AL L AT Note the wire locations on back of 8 Insert the 4 wire harness into one of the AUTO OFF ON switch Carefully re round holes in the rear of the blower Continued move red wire from the AUTO termi control shield and through the rectan 10 Adjust assembly to remove any gaps nal and blue wire from the ON termi gular hole in the front of shield see From back side of fireplace attach two nal Black wire can remain on the Figure 16 2 wood screws through base mount middle or OFF terminal see Figure 16 9 Reconnect red wire to the AUTO switch ing blocks attached to bottom sides of Carefully disconnect green and white position Reconnect blue wire to the ON mantel into base see instructions pro wires from power cord harness at their switch position Reconnect green and vided with mantel insulated connectors white wires to the power cord 11 Attach remaining two 3 wood screws In top of the heater cabinet locate the 10 Install the switch plate on the blower from hardware pack through openings four mounting holes on the outer casing control shield with 2 10 screws pro inside of fireplace sides into the mantel Align these four holes with those on the vided see Figure 17 pa
16. rating of all appliances installed in that space Rooms communicating directly with the space in which the appliances are in stalled through openings not furnished with doors are considered a part of the unconfined space Adjoining rooms are communicating only if there are doorless passageways or ventila tion grills between them 107187 OWNER S MANUAL AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued DETERMINING FRESH AIR FLOW FOR FIREPLACE LOCATION Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Use this worksheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space Space Includes the room in which you will install fireplace plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms 1 Determine the volume of the space length x width x height Length x Width x Height cu ft volume of space Example Space size 20 ft length x 16 ft width x 8 ft ceiling height 2560 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 Multiply the space volume by 20 to determine the maximum Btu Hr the space can support volume of space x 20 Maximum Btu Hr the space can support Example 2560 cu ft volume of space x 20 51 200 maximum Btu Hr the space can support 3 Add the Btu Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space Ven
17. the room adjacent walls or furniture ence of alcohol and those at high altitudes with fireplace 10 This fireplace needs fresh air ventila Propane LP Gas Propane LP gas is odor m tion to run properly This fireplace has less An odor making agent is added to pro You must operate this fireplace an Oxygen Depletion Sensing ODS pane LP gas The odor helps you detect a with a fireplace screen in place safety shutoff system The ODS shuts propane LP gas leak However the odor added Make sure fireplace screen down the fireplace if not enough fresh to propane LP gas can fade Propane LP gas place before running fireplace air is available See Air for Combus may be present even though no odor exists tion and Ventilation pages 4 through Keepthe appliance area clear and 6 If fireplace keeps shutting off see warnings Keepthismanual forseference it free from combustible materials Troubleshooting pages 18 through 20 is your guide to safe and proper operation of gasoline and other flammable va 11 Do not run fireplace this fireplace pors and liquids where flammable liquids or vapors This appliance is only for use with the rc WARNING Any changetothis type of gas indicated on the rating plate So fireplace or its controls can be This appliance is not convertible for use 12 Do not use this fireplace to cook food dangerous with other gases or burn paper or other objects Do not place propane LP supply tank s 13 Donotuse fire
18. x W x D Fireplace 25 7 8 x 27 x 13 9 4 Carton 28 x 26 3 16 x 161 2 Weight pounds Fireplace 44 1 2 Ibs Shipping 55 Ibs For purposes of input adjustment SERVICE HINTS When Gas Pressure Is Too Low e pilot will not stay lit burners will have delayed ignition heater will not produce specified heat propane LP gas supply may be low You may feel your gas pressure is too low If so contact your local natural gas supplier 107187 OWNER S MANUAL TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about in stallation operation or troubleshooting If so contact DESA International s Techni cal Service Department at 1 866 672 6040 You can also visit DESA International s technical services web site at www desatech com REPLACEMENT PARTS Note Use only original replacement parts This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty PARTS UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product If they can t supply original replacement part s call DESA International s Technical Service Department at 1 866 672 6040 for referral information When calling DESA International have ready your name your address modeland serial numbers of your fireplace how fireplace was malfunctioning typeofgasused propane LP or natural gas purchase date Usually we will ask you to return the part to the factory PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized
19. 17 or replace burner orifice White powderresidue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture 107187 When heated vapors from furniture pol ish wax carpet cleaners etc may turn into white powder residue www desatech com Turn heater off when using furniture polish wax carpet cleaners or similar products Continued 19 For more information visit www desatech com Confort Glow CF26PT VENT FREE PROPANE LP BAY FRONT FIREPLACE TROUBLESHOOTING Continued building A WARNING If you smell gas Shut off gas supply Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department IMPORTANT Operating 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 while heating or con tracting while cooling 1 This is common with most heaters If noise is excessive contact qualified ser vice person Hea
20. DS pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released MIO Control knob not fully pressed in Control knob not pressed in long enough Equipment shutoff valve not fully open Pilot flame not touching thermocouple which allows thermocouple to cool causing pilot flame to go out This prob lem could be caused by one or both of the following A Low gas pressure B Dirty or partially clogged ODS pilot Thermocouple connection loose at con trol valve Thermocouple damaged Control valve damaged www desatech com For more information visit www desatech com 18 Press in control knob fully 2 After ODS pilot lights keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds Fully open equipment shutoff valve A Contact local propane LP gas com pany B Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 17 or replace ODS pilot assembly Hand tighten until snug then tighten 1 4 turn more Replace thermocouple Replace control valve 107187 TROUBLESHOOTING OWNER S MANUAL Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Burner does not light after ODS pilot is lit 1 Burner orifice clogged 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 17 or replace burner orifice 2 Inlet gas pressure is too low 2 Contact local propane LP gas company 3 Burner orifice diameter is too small 3 Replace burner orifice Delayed ignition burner NOR Manifold pressure is too low
21. OPANE LP BAY FRONT FIREPLACE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN CF26PT For more information visit www desatech com 24 107187 OWNER S MANUAL PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 21 of this manual KEY CF26PT NO PART NO DESCRIPTION 102633 02 Outer Casing Top 102624 02 Outer Casing 099230 02 Shoulder Screw 105631 01CK Assy Hood Weldment 105258 01CK Vertical Front Left and Right Sides 105259 01 Firebox Top 105260 01CJ Firebox Wrapper 105255 01 Bayfront Base 105421 01 Heat Deflector 105409 01 Fan Control Shield 105401 01 Screen Rod 105440 01 Screen Assembly 101386 02 Hinge 099194 11 Rivets 105262 01CK Louvered Door 105261 01CK Firebox Floor 098304 01 Screw 10 x 3 8 105256 01CK Bayfront Bottom Panel 107992 01 Hex Head Screws 10 x 38 105513 01CJ Cover Screen Rod 105525 01 Fiber Brick Left 105524 01 Fiber Brick Rear 105526 01 Fiber Brick Right 105987 01 Brick Liner Retainer CF26PT cd N AON 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 8 1 1 PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 101054 01 Lighting Instructions Plate 100563 01 Warning Plate 103470 01 Hardware Package 104319 05 Information Video 107187 25 For more information visit www desatech com Confort Glow CF26PT VENT FREE PROPANE LP BAY FRONT FIREPLACE ACCESSORIES Purchase these fi
22. cquer finish medium stained oak or an unfinished hardwood ready to stain or paint Complete assembly instructions in cluded Three sided brass trim kit included For more information visit www desatech com 26 E CABINET MANTEL WITH FULL HEARTH BASE Stained Oak Veneer GMC60F Walnut Stained Birch Veneer GMC62F Unfinished Birch Veneer GMC61U The hardwood mantel and full hearth base feature fluted legs and crown molding Available in medium stained oak walnut stained hardwood and unfinished hardwood ready to stain or paint Complete assembly instructions included Three sided brass trim kit included SQ ES Su EN CORNER MANTEL WITH FULL HEARTH BASE Stained Oak Veneer GMC64F Unfinished Birch Veneer GMC63U Space saving mantel and full hearth base corner design offers classic styling Avail able in stained oak or unfinished hardwood ready to stain or paint Complete assembly instructions included Three sided brass trim kit included 107187 OWNER S REGISTRATION FORM In order to provide better customer service for this and future purchases we recommend that you register your product with us You can register online at www desatech com If access to our website is not available to you please complete this Owner s Registration Form and mail to the address on the back of this owner s manual Please provide the following product information Brand Comfort Glow Vanguard e
23. d into the burner repeat steps 3 and 4 Clean the pilot assembly also A yellow tip on the pilotflame indicates dust and dirtin the pilot assembly There is a small pilot air inlet hole about two inches from where the pilot flame comes out ofthe pilotassembly see Figure 33 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 Burner Tube Primary Air Inlet Holes Figure 32 Injector Holder On Outlet Burner Tube Injector Holder Ports Slots So Burner Tube Pilot Assembly Pilot Air Inlet Hole Figure 33 Pilot Inlet Air Hole CABINET Air Passageways Use a vacuum cleaner or pressurized air to clean Exterior Use a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water mixture Wipe the cabi net to remove dust 17 For more information visit www desatech com Confort Glow CF26PT VENT FREE PROPANE LP BAY FRONT FIREPLACE 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 AX WARNING Turn off heater andletcoolbefore servicing Only aqualified service person should service and repair heater POSSIBLE CAUSE CAUTION Never use wire needle or similar object to clean ODS pilot This can damage ODS pilot u
24. d to allow accessibility fromthe fireplace see Figure 23 The flexible gas supply line con nection to the equipment shutoff valve should be accessible Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads of gas connector attached to flexible gas line see Figure 23 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections page 14 Feed flexible gas line into fireplace base area Make sure the entire flexible gas line is in fireplace mantel base area CAUTION Avoid damage to regulator Hold gas regulator with wrench when connecting itto gas piping and or fittings 107187 OWNER S MANUAL Equipment Shut Off Figure 22 Routing Flexible Gas Line To Fireplace Gas Regulator Equipment Shutoff Valve Provided by Installer Flexible Gas Line from Fireplace Gas Regulator To Gas Meter Figure 23 Attaching Flexible Gas Lines Together Continued 13 For more information visit www desatech com CF26PT VENT FREE PROPANE LP BAY FRONT FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued 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 noncorrosive leak detection fluid toalljoints Bubblesforming show a leak Correct all leaks at once CAUTION Make sure external regulator has been installed be
25. e Piece Log Set OWNER S MANUAL Itis very important to install the logs exactly as instructed Do not modify logs Only use logs supplied with heater Place one piece log set on grate to fit as illustrated in Figure 26 Make sure back section of log set is seated into U shaped cutout in center of chassis see Figure 26 IMPORTANT Make surelog does not cover any burner ports see Figure 27 Burner Ports One Piece Log Set Figure 27 Installing One Piece Log set Top View U shaped Cutout in Chassis OPERATING FIREPLACE FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING A WARNING If you do not fol low these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result caus ing property damage personal injury or loss of life A This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electric switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas sup plier call the fire department C Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas cont
26. ectrical out let installed at this time If using option two do not connect blower to electrical source at junction box until step 6 Install gas piping to fireplace location This installation includes an approved flexible gas line if allowed by local codes after the equipment shutoff valve The flexible gas line must be the last item installed on the gas piping Carefully set fireplace in front of rough opening with back of fireplace inside wall opening Attach flexible gas line to fireplace gas regulator See Connecting Fireplace to Gas Supply page 13 If the optional blower has been installed connect blower to electrical source Option one Route blower electrical cord through side or rear access door of fireplace Plug electrical cord into electrical outlet Option two Have a licensed electrician connect blower to electrical source at junction box inside fireplace 7 Bendfournailing flanges on outer cas ing with pliers see Figure 8 8 Attach fireplace to wall studs using nails or wood screws through holes in nailing flange 9 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections page 14 IMPORTANT When finishing your fire box combustible materials such as wall board gypsum board sheet rock drywall plywood etc may be butted up next to the sides and top of the firebox Combustible materials should never overlap the firebox front facing Firebox should not be placed on top of carpet o
27. ge 11 Route See Figure 13 page 9 for screw hole blower bracket assembly Attach blower power cord out of the cabinet by insert location bracket assembly to the outer casing with ing it through the bushing on the outer Shoulder 4 10 screws provided see Figure 16 casing see Figure 16 Plug fan kit into Route the wire harness through the hole 120 Volt grounded power supply and to the left side of heat deflector Pull test operation Note When switch is in wire harness through lower opening to the AUTO position the fan will start the left of the blower control shield see after the heater has run for a few mo Figure 16 ments The fan will continue to run for several moments after the heater has Blower been turned off When switch is in the Control Snap ON position the fan will run until turned Shield Bushing to OFF Reinstall hood assembly and close lower louver door Sao DEC 11 Place log set back on the unit Figure 14 Attaching Brass Trimto Fireplace INSTALLING BLOWER ASSEMBLY GA3450T og Figure 15 Installing Snap Bushings Blower Bracket Assembly Wiring Routing Hole Heat A CAUTION Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improperand dangerous operation Do Switch Deflector 8 Screw CAUTION Verify proper op eration after servicing Wire Harness Power Note If you are using a mantel with your 0
28. ginal condition because of normal wear and tear or parts that fail or become damaged as a result of misuse accidents lack of proper maintenance or defects caused by improper installation Travel diagnostic cost labor transportation and any and all such other costs related to repairing a defective fireplace will be the responsibility of the owner TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THE LAW OF THE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTIES AND LIMITS THE DURATION OF ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO TWO 2 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 INTERNA TIONAL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation on implied warranties or exclusion or limitation on damages may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state For information about this warranty write DES A TM INTERNATIONAL 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 www desatech com
29. he primary air inlet holes allow the proper amount of air to mix with the gas This pro vides a clean burning flame Keep these holes clearof dust dirt lint and pet hair Clean these air inlet holes prior to each heating season Blocked air holes will create soot We recom mend that you clean the unit every three months during operation and have heater in spected yearly by a qualified service person Wealsorecommend that you keep the burner tubeand pilotassembly clean and free of dust and dirt To clean these parts we recommend using compressed air no greater than 30 PSI Yourlocal computer store hardware store or home center may carry compressed air in a can You can use a vacuum cleaner in the blow position If using compressed air in a can please follow the directions on the can If you don t follow directions on the can you could damage the pilot assembly 1 Shut off the unit including the pilot Allow the unit to cool for at least thirty minutes 2 Inspect burners pilot and primary air inlet holes on injector holder for dust and dirt see Figure 32 3 Blow air through the ports slots and holes in the burners 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 pushe
30. is appliance may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by local codes This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases Aftermarket Completion of sale not for purpose of resale from the manufacturer Save this manual for future reference Confort Glew CF26PT VENT FREE PROPANE LP BAY FRONT FIREPLACE SAFETY A 4 This fireplace shall not be installed in WARNING Do not use a a bedroom or bathroom IN FORMATION MAETI heat exenanger 5 Do not use this fireplace as a wood omer ap burning fireplace Use only the logs WARNINGS irs cis SMER aCe provided with the fireplace IMPORTANT Read this Owner s 6 Do not add extra logs or ornaments Manual carefully and completely Due to high temperatures the such as pine cones vermiculite or rock before trying to assemble operate appliance should be located out wool Using these added items can or service this fireplace Improper of traffic and away from furniture cause sooting Do not add lava rock use of this fireplace can cause se and draperies around base Rock and debris could fall rious injury or death from burns into the control area of fireplace fire explosion electrical shock and Do not place clothing or other 7
31. ll leaks at once Light fireplace see Operating Fire place pages 15 and 16 Check all other internal joints for leaks Turn off fireplace see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 16 Replace front panel Propane LP Supply Tank 2 Pressurize supply piping system by ei ther using compressed air or opening propane LP supply tank valve 3 Check all joints from propane LP sup ply tank to equipment shutoff valve see 4 Figure 25 Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak 4 Correct all leaks at once 5 6 Equipment Shutoff 7 Valve f 8 Figure 24 Equipment Shutoff Valve Equipment Shutoff Valve TU E _ i15 S V Figure 25 Checking Gas Joints Shown with Optional Mantel 107187 INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING LOGS WARNING Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury CAUTION After installation and periodically thereafter check to ensure that no flame comes in contact with any log With the heater set to High check to see if flames contact any log If so re position logs according to the loginstallation instructions inthis manual Flames contacting logs will create soot Figure 26 Installing One Piece Log Set 107187 On
32. lot stays lit Turn control knob clockwise XN to the PILOT position For more information visit www desatech com 16 i THERMOSTAT CONTROL OPERATION The thermostat control knob can beset to any comfort level between Hi and Lo The thermostat will gradually modulate the heat output and flame height from higher to lower settings or pilot in order to maintain the comfort level you select The ideal comfort setting will vary by household depending upon the amount of space to be heated the output of the central heating system etc Note Selecting the Hi setting with the control knob will cause the burner to remainfully on without modulating down in most cases m MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE 1 Follow steps 1 through 5 under Light ing Instructions column 1 2 Depress control knob and light pilot with match 3 Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob Now follow step 8 under Lighting Instruc tions column 1 107187 INSPECTING BURNERS Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 30 shows a correct pilot flame pattern Figure 31 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern The incorrect pilot flame is not prop erly heating 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 31
33. ls Inside Door 107187 Screen OWNER S MANUAL LOCAL CODES Install and use fireplace with care Follow all local codes In the absence of local codes use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 I NFPA 54 Available from American National Standards Institute Inc 1430 Broadway New York NY 10018 National Fire Protection Association Inc Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 UNPACKING 1 Remove and fireplace from carton 2 Remove all protective packaging ap plied to fireplace for shipment 3 Make sure your fireplace includes one hardware packet 4 Check fireplace for any shipping damage If fireplace is damaged promptly inform dealer where you bought fireplace PRODUCT FEATURES SAFETY PILOT This fireplace has a pilot with an Oxygen Depletion Sensing ODS safety shutoff sys tem The ODS pilot is a required feature for vent free room fireplaces The ODS pilot shuts off the fireplace if there is not enough fresh air PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEM This fireplace has a piezo ignitor This sys tem requires no matches batteries or other sources to light fireplace For more information visit www desatech com Confort Glow CF26PT VENT FREE PROPANE LP BAY FRONT FIREPLACE AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AX WARNING This heater shall not be installed inaconfined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided foradequate combustion and ven
34. n stallation Top Set Screws s Brass N 2822 Trim p EN Mitered nod Sh CES ps Edge Adjusting aN Side Plate se es Brass Trim Figure 10 Assembling Brass Trim OPTIONAL MANTEL INSTALLATION Note Refer to instructions provided with the mantel for assembly instructions Refer to instructions below for system installa tion If using blower accessory see Acces sories page 26 see installation instruc tions on pages 10 and 11 1 Choose location for fireplace and in stall gas supply line 2 Removescreen from fireplace by remov ing screws in each end of screen rod see Figure 11 Hold screen rod cover while removing five hex head screws under neath hood see Figure 12 Carefully lift and pull out hood see Figure 13 3 Assemble brass trim kit See Assem bling Brass Trim column 2 4 Place brass trim on the shoulder screws located on the side and top of the fireplace Firmly snap the brass trim over the shoul der screws on fireplace see Figure 14 page 10 5 Place mantel base close to wall in de sired fireplace location 6 Install gas line See Connecting To Gas Supply page 12 7 Carefully place fireplace on mantel base and center left to right Check for gas leaks See Checking Gas Connections page 14 8 Refer to instructions provided with the mantel for permanent attachment to wall 9 Slide mantel around fireplace Be care ful not to damage wall or
35. n trol knob may need to be pressed in for 30 seconds or more This will al low air to bleed from the gas system Ifcontrol knob does not pop out when released contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs 6 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 button until pilot lights Note If pilot does not stay lit 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 Lighting Procedure 7 Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob Note If pilot goes out repeat steps 3 through 7 This heater has a safety inter lock system Wait one 1 minute for sys tem to reset before lighting pilot again 8 Turn control knob counterclockwise to desired heating level The burners should light Set control knob to any heat level between HI and LO CAUTION nottry to adjust heating levels by using the equip ment shutoff valve Ignitor Button Control Knob Figure 28 Control Knob and Ignitor Button Ignitor Electrode Pilot Burner Thermocouple Figure 29 Pilot m TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Heater Turn control knob clockwise w to the OFF position Shutting Off Burners Only pi
36. nit REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed there is no spark at ODS pilot 1 2 DAUA Ignitor electrode not connected to igni tor cable Ignitor cable pinched or wet Piezo ignitor nut is loose Broken ignitor cable Bad piezo ignitor Ignitor electrode broken Ignitor electrode positioned wrong 1 2 tA Reconnect ignitor cable Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry Tighten nut holding piezo ignitor to base panel of log set Nut is located behind base panel Replace ignitor cable Replace piezo ignitor Replace piezo ignitor Replace piezo ignitor When ignitor button is pressed there is spark at ODS pilot but no ignition Ww N NN Gas supply turned off or equipment shutoff valve closed Control knob not in PILOT position Control knob not pressed in while in PILOT position Air in gas lines when installed Depleted gas supply ODS pilot is clogged Gas regulator setting is not correct WN Turn on gas supply or open equipment shutoff valve Turn control knob to PILOT position Press in control knob while in PILOT position Continue holding down control knob Repeat igniting operation until air is re moved Contact local propane LP gas company Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 17 or replace ODS pilot assembly Replace gas control O
37. ombustion and Ventilation for required size of ventila tion grills or ducts IMPORTANT Do not provide openings for inlet or outlet air into attic if attic has a thermostat controlled power vent Heated air entering the attic will activate the power vent es Ventilation Grills am Into Adjoining Room Ventilation Option 2 Grills Or into Adjoining Remove Door into Option 1 Adjoining Room Option 3 24 Figure 2 Ventilation Air from Inside Building Shown with Optional Mantel Ventilated Outlet i Air Attic Outlet Air i To Attic To Crawl Space Inlet Ar M Ventilated Inlet Air Crawl Space Figure 3 Ventilation Air from Outdoors Shown with Optional Mantel INSTALLATION Ay WARNING A qualified ser NOTICE This heater is intended foruseas 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 scirculating 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 vice person must install fireplace Follow all local codes Note Your Comfort Glow fireplace is de signed to be used in zero clearance installa tions Wall
38. or locate fireplace where moving vehicle will not hit it For convenience and efficiency install fire place where there is easy access for operation inspection and service incoldest part of room An optional blower kit is available from your dealer See Accessories page 26 If planning to use blower locate fireplace near an electrical outlet Note When installing fireplace directly on carpeting tile or other combustible mate rial other than wood flooring the fireplace shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of th fireplace CEILING 42 Minimum 6 Minimum From Sides Of Fireplace Left Side Right Side 0 Minimum Clearance To Top Surface Of Carpeting Tile Or Other Combustible Material Figure4 Mounting Clearances As Viewed From Front of Fireplace Shown Built In The Wall CEILING 42 Top Of Mantel Minimum Be Flush With wal Right 0 Minimum Clearance To Top Surface Of Carpeting Tile Or Other Combustible Material Figure 5 Mounting Clearances As Viewed From Front of Fireplace Shown with Optional Mantel Continued 7 For more information visit www desatech com Conort 2 26 VENT FREE PROPANE LP BAY FRONT FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued BUILT IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Built in installation of this fireplace involves installing
39. or framing material can be placed directly against any exterior surface of your fireplace except where standoff spacers are integrally attached If standoff spacers are attached to your fireplace these spacers can be placed directly against wall or framing materials Use the dimensions shown for rough open For more information visit www desatech com 6 ings to create the easiest installation see Built In Fireplace Installation page 8 107187 INSTALLATION Continued CHECK GAS TYPE Useonly propane LP gas If your gas supply is not propane LP do not install fireplace Call dealer where you bought fireplace for proper type fireplace INSTALLATION ITEMS Before installing fireplace make sure you have the items listed below external regulator supplied by installer piping check local codes sealant resistant to propane LP gas equipment shutoff valve ground joint union sediment trap tee joint pipe wrench test gauge connection ACSAdesign certified equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection Pur chase the optional CSA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories page 26 Note If desired purchase four sided brass trim kit for built in installations See Acces sories page 26 LOCATING FIREPLACE AX WARNING Maintain the mini mum clearances shown in Fig ures 4 and 5 If you can
40. ose 3 Minimum Figure 21 Gas Connection A CAUTION Use pipe joint seal ant that is resistant to liquid pe troleum LP gas We recommend that you install a sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 21 Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning Install in piping system between fuel supply and heater Locate sedi ment trap where trapped matter is not likely to freeze A sediment trap traps moisture and contaminants This keeps them from going into fireplace controls If sediment trap is not installed or is installed wrong fireplace may not run properly CSA Design Certified Equipment Shutoff Valve With 1 8 NPT Tap From External Regulator 11 W C to 14 W C wre Pipe Tee Nipple Joint Sediment Trap c p Purchase the optional CSA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories page 26 Minimum inlet pressure for purpose of input adjustment For more information visit www desatech com 12 107187 INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY Installation Items Needed Phillips screwdriver sealant resistant to propane LP gas not provided Route flexible gas line provided by installer from equipment shutoff valve into fireplace through side or rear access holes in outer casing see Figure 22 NOTICE Most building codes do not permit concealed gas con nections A flexible gas line is provide
41. place if any part has been AX WARNING Do not allow fans inside any structure Locate propane bis calla T to blow directly into the fireplace LP supply tank s outdoors pue Avoid any drafts that alter burner If you smell gas of the control System any iat cone flame patterns Ceiling fans can shut off gas supply trol which EQUALS water create drafts that alter burner e do not try to light any appliance flame patterns Altered burner e do not touch any electrical switch do 14 Turn off and unplug fireplace and let patterns can cause sooting not use any phone in your building cool before servicing Only a qualified immediately call your gas supplier service person should service and re from a neighbor s phone Follow the pair fireplace gas supplier s instructions if youcannotreach your gas supplier call the fire department For more information visit www desatech com 2 107187 SAFETY INFORMATION Continued 15 16 17 18 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Figure 1 Vent Free Propane LP Gas Compact Fireplace Fireplace Cabinet Operating fireplace above elevations of 4 500 feet could cause pilot outage Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken Do not operate fireplace if a log is chipped dime sized or larger To prevent performance problems do not use propane LP fuel tank of less than 100 Ibs capacity Provide adequate clearances around air openings Heater Contro
42. pro pane LP supply The installer must supply an external regu lator The external regulator will reduce incoming gas pressure You must reduce incoming gas pressure to between 11 and 14 inches of water If you do not reduce incom ing gas pressure fireplaceregulator damage could occur Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 20 Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet A CAUTION Use only new black iron or steel pipe Inter nally tinned copper tubing may be used in certain areas Check your local codes Use pipe of 1 2 or greater diameter to allow proper gas volume to fireplace If pipe is too small undue loss of volume will occur Installation mustinclude a equipment shutoff valve union and plugged 1 8 NPT tap Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up NPT tap must be upstream from fireplace see Figure 21 IMPORTANT Install equipment shutoff valve in an accessible location The equip ment shutoff valve is for turning on or shutting off the gas to the appliance Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male NPT threads This will prevent excess sealant from going into pipe Excess sealant in pipe could result in clogged fireplace valves j Propane LP Supply Tank se Regulator Vent Pointing all Down Figure 20 External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down Approved Flexible Gas H
43. r 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 ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Section 5 3 or applicable local codes Continued 107187 5 For more information visit www desatech com Confort Glow CF26PT VENT FREE PROPANE LP BAY FRONT FIREPLACE AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued VENTILATION AIR Ventilation Air From Inside Building This fresh air would come from an adjoining unconfined space When ventilating to an adjoining unconfined space you must pro vide two permanent openings one within 12 of the ceiling and one within 12 of the floor on the wall connecting the two spaces see options 1 and 2 Figure 2 You can also remove door into adjoining room see op tion 3 Figure 2 Follow the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Section 5 3 Air for Combustion and Ventilation for required size of ventilation grills or ducts 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 ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Section 5 3 Air for C
44. r other kinds of fibrous material WARNING Do not allow combustible materials to overlap the firebox front facing IMPORTANT Noncombustible materials such as brick tile etc may overlap the front facing but should never cover any neces sary openings like louvered slots WARNING Do not allow non combustible materials to cover any necessary openings like lou vered slots WARNING Never modify or cover the louvered slots on the front of the firebox WARNING Use only noncom bustible mortar or adhesives when overlapping the front fac ing with noncombustible facing material d 6 Nails or 25 s Wood Screws Z 26 a 5138 Figure 7 Rough Opening for Installing in Flanges Corner Figure 8 Attaching Fireplace to Wall Studs For more information visit www desatech com 8 107187 INSTALLATION Continued Mantel Clearances for Built In Installation If placing mantel above built in fireplace youmust meet minimum clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening NOTICE Surface temperatures of adjacent walls and mantels be comehot during operation Walls and mantels above the firebox may become hot to the touch If installed properly these tempera
45. replace accessories from your local dealer or Parts Central see page 29 If they cannot supply these accessories call DESA International s Sales Depart ment at 1 866 672 6040 for referral infor mation You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE GA5010 Equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap THERMOSTATICALLY CONTROLLED BLOWER KIT GA3450T Provides better heat distribution Blower turns off and on automatically as needed Complete installation and operating instruc tions included BRASS ACCENT TRIM GA6095 Optional four sided brass trim kit for built in installations Provides a finished appear ance covering rough edges of wall opening BRASS ACCENT TRIM GA7092 Not Shown Optional two piece brass trim kit for the Bayfront Fireplace Easily screws to fire place front Provides an upscale appearance CLEANING KIT CCK Not Shown Your vent free gas appliance requires regu lar cleaning and maintenance to prevent performance problems This kit gives you the tools and instructions to make it easy to clean all critical areas of your appliance CABINET MANTEL WITH BUILT IN HEARTH BASE Unfinished Hardwood Veneer GMC46U White Lacquer Finish GMC47W Medium Stained Oak Veneer GMC45F For use with fireplace A hardwood mantel and hearth base offers compact styling and completes the fireplace look Available in a white la
46. rol knob Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand don t try to repair it calla qualified service technician or gas supplier Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion D Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to in spect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water Continued 15 For more information visit www desatech com CF26PT VENT FREE PROPANE LP BAY FRONT FIREPLACE OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued B LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE During initial operation of new heater burning logs will give off a paper burning smell Orange flame will also be present Open damper or window to vent smell This willonly lastafew hours 1 STOP Read the safety information on page 15 2 Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open 3 Turn control knob clockwise N to the OFF position 4 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 page 15 If you don t smell gas go to the next step 5 Turncontrol knob counterclockwise to the PILOT position Press in control knob for five 5 sec onds see Figure 28 Note You may be running this heater for the first time after hook ing up to gas supply If so the co
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48. t free fireplace Btu Hr Gas water heater Btu Hr Example Gas furnace Btu Hr Gas water heater 30 000 Btu Hr Vented gas heater Btu Hr Vent free fireplace 26 000 Btu Hr Gas fireplace logs Btu Hr Total 56 000 Btu Hr Other gas appliances Btu Hr Total Btu Hr Do not include direct vent gas appliances Direct vent draws combustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors 4 Compare the maximum Btu Hr the space can support with the actual amount of Btu Hr used Btu Hr maximum the space can support Btu Hr actual amount of Btu Hr used Example 51 200 Btu Hr maximum the space can support 56 000 Btu Hr actual amount of Btu Hr used The space in the above example is a confined space because the actual Btu Hr used is more than the 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 adjoining room or add ventilation grills between rooms See Ventilation Air From Inside Building page 6 B Vent room directly to the outdoors See Ventilation Air From Outdoors page 6 C Install a lower Btu Hr fireplace if lower Btu Hr size makes room unconfined If the actual Btu Hr used is less than the maximum Btu Hr the space can support the space is an unconfined space You will need no additional fresh air ventilation WARNING If the area in which the heate
49. tc Model EFP33PR VTGH33NR etc Date Purchased Note Keep receipt for warranty verification Serial Number 17 Fr 9 digit number located on product or identification tag First Name Last Name Address City State Zip Country Home Phone E Mail Please answer the following questions to register your product with DESA International 1 Where will the product be used O Living Family Room Office Warehouse Utility Shed Outbuilding Garage Bedroom Bathroom Other If you bought this product yourself did you plan to purchase this type of product before going into the store Yes No Who selected the product Male O Female O Both 4 What is the population of your area Under 10 000 10 000 to 25 000 25 000 to 50 000 50 000 to 100 000 100 000 to 250 000 Over 250 000 5 What is your primary source of heat Propane LP Gas Fuel Oil Wood Natural Gas Electric Other 6 How was the product installed Professional Installer Self Other 7 Cost of product excluding sales tax 8 Cost to install product 9 Type of store where product was purchased Hardware Propane Dealer Natural Gas Utility Co Home Center Builder s Supply O Fireplace or Hearth Shop Farm Store Other 10 What motivated you to buy this product Sudden Cold Weather Replace Older Model D I Y Home Project O Emergency Back Up Heat Heater was on Sale Energy Savings
50. ter 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 14 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 17 Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position Gasleak See Warning statement at top of page Control valve defective Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 14 Replace control valve Gas odor during combustion Foreign matter between control valve and burner Gasleak See Warning statement at top of page www desatech com For more information visit www desatech com 20 Take apart gas tubing and remove for eign matter Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 14 107187 SPECIFICATIONS Btu Variable 19 000 26 000 Type Gas Propane LP Only Ignition Piezo Manifold Pressure 8 W C Inlet Gas Pressure in of water Maximum 14 Minimum 11 Dimensions Inches H
51. turn heater off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 16 see Troubleshooting pages 18 through 20 Pilot Burner Thermocouple Figure 30 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Pilot Burner Thermocouple Figure 31 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 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 Some burner flame holes may be come blocked by debris or rust with no flame present If so turn off heater and let cool Remove blockage Blocked burner flame holes will create soot 107187 OWNER S MANUAL CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning CAUTION You must keep control areas burners and cir culating air passageways of heater clean Inspect these areas of heater 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 bedding material pet hair etc CLEANING BURNER INJECTOR HOLDER AND PILOT AIR INLET HOLE T
52. ure 18 The power cord supplied will not be used in built in installations Pop in the plastic snap bushing found in hard ware kit into the hole left by supply cord strain relief A licensed electrician must follow the wiring diagram in Figure 19 to connect incoming electrical supply to fan kit wiring harness Test to make sure the blower is work ing properly Reinstall hood assembly see page 9 and close lower louver door Place log set back on the unit 107187 Switch Plate OWNER S MANUAL Blower Bracket Assembly Receptacle Shield Shield Wire Clamp Connector not included Figure 18 Installing Blower Bracket Assembly Fan Switch Auto Off On Auto Thermostat Switch N O Off Figure 19 Wiring Diagram For Fan Accessory Built In Installation Continued 11 For more information visit www desatech com Confort Glow CF26PT VENT FREE PROPANE LP BAY FRONT FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY AX WARNING This appliance requires a 1 2 NPT National Pipe Thread inlet connection to the pressure regulator Ay WARNING A qualified ser vice person must connect fire place to gas supply Follow all local codes CAUTION Never connect fire place directly to the propane LP supply This fireplace requires an external regulator not sup plied Install the external regula tor betweenthe fireplace and
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