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Desa BDV34P(A) User's Manual

1. Gas Valve Figure 38 Checking Gas Joints for Propane LP Gas Fireplace 2 Manual Shutoff V alve Gas Meter 20 105453 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORY GHRC Installing Remote Receiver 1 Open bottom louver and locate the switch bracket on the left 2 Unscrew the switch bracket Lean bracket forward so you are able to ac cess the back of the remote receiver 3 Locate the battery clip mounted on the back of the receiver Slide a 9 volt bat tery not included through the clip 4 Attach the terminal wires to the battery 5 Remove the wire that runs from TH to TPTH from the valve see Figure 40 6 Connect wires from reciever to TH and TPTH on the valve see Figure 41 7 Replace the switch bracket Figure 40 Disconnecting TH to TPTH Wire To Wall Optional Iw Remote Accessory A Figure 41 Control Valve Terminals 105453 OWNER S MANUAL Receiver Battery Clip 9 Volt Battery Figure 42 Attaching Battery to Receiver Installing 9 Volt Battery in Hand Held Remote Control Unit 1 Remove battery cover on back of re mote control unit 2 Attach terminal wires to a 9 volt bat tery not inc
2. Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 19 Dark residue on logs or inside of fireplace 105453 Improper log placement Air holes at burner inlet blocked Burner flame holes blocked www desatech com 29 Properly locate logs see Installing Logs Lava Rock and Glowing Embers page 23 Clean out air holes at burner inlets Pe riodically repeat as needed Remove blockage or replace burner VANGUARD DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NATURAL PROPANE 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 not supply original replacement part s call DESA International s Techni cal Service Department at 1 800 DESA LOG 1 800 337 2564 Whencalling DESA International have ready your name your address model number of your fireplace how fireplace was malfunctioning type of gas used propane LP or natural gas purchase date Usually we will ask you to return the defec tive part to the factory PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product If they can not supply original replacement part s call DESA International s Parts De partment at 1 800 972 7879 for referral in formation Whencalling DESA International haveready model number of your fireplace
3. T vent shall not terminate directly above a side walk or paved driveway which is located between two single family dwellings and serves both dwellings t only permitted if veranda porch deck or balconey is fully open on a minimum of 2 sides beneath the floor as specified in CAN SGA B149 1 or 2 Installation Codes 1991 for Canada or for U S A installation follow the current National Fuel Gas Code ANS 2223 1 Note Local codes or regulations may require different clearances Termination Clearances for Buildings with Combustible and Noncombustible Exteriors Inside Corner Outside Corner Recessed Location Balcony with No Side Wall C Maximum depth of 48 1219mm for recessed location D Minimum width for back wall of recessed location Combustible 38 965mm Noncombustible 24 610mm Ree Noncombustible 24 610 Combustible 6 152mm J 20 508mm Noncombustible 2 51mm G Combustible 24 610mm Noncombustible 18 457mm Figure 8 Minimum Clearances for Vent Terminations 6 105453 VENTING INSTALLATION AX WARNING Read all instruc tions completely and thoroughly before attempting installation Failure to do so could result in serious injury property damage or loss of life Operation of im properly installed and maintained venting system could result in serious injury property damage or loss of life AX WARNING Seal al
4. 16 105453 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued 8 Plug in blower power cord a If your fireplace system is installed as a freestanding unit with an ac cessory mantel determine whether the power cord will exit the left side or the right side of the firebox In stall one plastic bushing provided into the 1 2 hole in the outer cas ing through which the power cord will exit Install the second plastic bushing provided into the floor sup port bracket if exiting through the right side see Figure 33 Route power cord through both plastic bushing s and plug the power cord into a properly grounded 3 prong wall receptacle near the firebox b If your fireplace system installation is recessed and or pre wired a qualified installer must make all elec trical connections for the outlet kit included with the fireplace Lower Rear Wall of Lower Louver Blower Panel Screws Co N Bras Port Top Mounting Figure 30 Mounting Blower to Firebox 105453 OWNER S MANUAL 9 Check to make sure that the power cord is completely clear of the blower wheel and that there are no other foreign ob jects in blower wheel Turn blower on and check for operation Turn blower off by rotating knob fully counterclock wise before continuing A WARNING Never touch the blower wheel while in operation 10 Peel off the backing paper and stick the supplied wiring diagram decal on the
5. DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NATURAL PROPANE SAFETY INFORMATION A WARNINGS IMPORTANT Read this owner s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble oper ate or service this fireplace Im proper 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 The glass door must be properly seated and sealed If this unit is not properly installed by a qualified service person with glass door properly seated and sealed gas leakage can occur Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signsofcarbon 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 ser viced by a qualified service person Some people are more affected by carbon monox ide 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 gas and natural gas are both odor less Anodor making agentis addedto each of these gases The odor helps you detect a gas leak However
6. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise N to OFF Close lower louver panel Shutting Off Burners Only pilot stays lit You may shut off the burners and keep the pilot lit by doing one of the following 1 2 Turn control knob clockwise to the PILOT position Set selector switch in the OFF position MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE Remove glass door see Removing Replacing Glass Door page 21 Follow steps 1 through 8 under Light ing Instructions Depress control knob and light pilot with match Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release control knob Now follow steps 10 through 14 column 2 Replace glass door see Removing Replacing Glass Door page 21 105453 OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued m OPTIONAL REMOTE OPERATION Note The GHRC receiver and hand held remote control accessory must be purchased separately See Accessories on page 33 Follow instructions included with the remote control NOTICE You must light the pilot before using the hand held re mote control unit See Lighting Instructions page 24 1 After lighting let pilot flame burn for about one minute Turn control knob on the control valve to ON position Turn flame adjustment knob any where between HI and LO Turn the knob to the REMOTE setting Note The burner may light if hand held re mote ON button was on when selector switch was l
7. 104502 01 104503 01 104504 01 104506 01 104507 01 105453 listed under Replacement Parts on page 30 of this manual DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE Top Outer Casing Outer Casing Bottom Outer Casing Firebox Assembly Screw Hex Screw Hex Louver Extruded Firebox Support Right Firebox Support Left Switch Bracket Floor Mounting Bracket Relief Cover Relief Cover Gasket Relief Spring Relief Washer Valve Bracket SIT Valve Natural SIT Pilot Natural Thermocouple Thermopile Ignitor Ignitor Bracket Ignitor Screw Ignitor Wire Burner Orifice Brass Elbow oan nnn nnn ap p 35 104508 01 104509 01 104510 01 104516 01 104876 02 104877 02 104878 02 104879 02 M10908 2 M12461 73 H5C4 20B M12461 26 104555 02CJ 104940 09 104615 02 105450 01 104313 01 104313 02 104954 01 104963 01 104955 01 105575 01 NTC 4C Brass Fitting Aluminum Tubing Assy Pilot Tubing Assy Log Set Rear Log Front Log Crossover Log Log Piece Screw Screw Bolt Screw Grate Assembly Glass Door Assy Insulation Front Assembly Hinge Pin Hinge Pin Screw Washer Nut Wire Harness Locknut PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN GA6060 104529 01 Lava Rock Ember Material OWNER S MANUAL This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When ordering parts follow the instructions Bae oon AMP wWo A Aaa VANGUARD DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NATURAL PROPA
8. F 232 C heat resistant paint to co ordinate with the exterior finish There must not be any obstruction such as bushes garden sheds fences decks or utility buildings within 24 from the front of the termination cap Do not locate termination cap where ex cessive snow or ice build up may occur Be sure to clear vent termination area af ter snow falls to prevent accidental block age of venting system When using snow blowers do not direct snow towards vent termination area LOCATION OF VENT TERMINATION When locating vent termination it is impor tant to observe the minimum clearances shown in Figure 8 page 6 You will avoid extra framing by positioning your fireplace against an already existing framing mem ber The sides of the fireplace may be posi tioned directly against combustible walls Check with local codes or with the current CAN CGA B149 1 or 2 Installation Codes for Canada or the USA Installations follow the current National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223 1 also known as NFPA 54 VANGUARD DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NATURAL PROPANE GENERAL VENTING Continued 1 L N N N i H La Tee Fixed Ty Closed V Openable Fixed Closed i nab B tee MOT X b V TERMINATION CAP GO AIR SUPPLY INLET GAS METER RESTRIC
9. Laminate G3002S Series Sandstone Marble Laminate G3002B Series Black Onyx Marble Laminate HARDWOOD HEARTH BASE G3000F Series Walnut Finished G3001U Series Unfinished G3006F Series Oak Finished with Medium Stain G3007U Series Unfinished Oak G3004W Series Off White Paint The hearth base creates a handsome riser for the fireplace cannot be used with corner mantel Dimensions WxHxD 58 x 6 1 2 x 28 16 SLIM HEARTH BASE Not Shown G3005J Series Jade Marble Laminate G3005S Series Sandstone Marble Laminate G3005B Series Black Onyx Marble Laminate The slim hearth base allows you to further customize your fireplace Dimensions WxHxD 41 7 s x 5 8 x 10 BRICK LINER D8037 Not Shown This brick liner adds a touch of style to your direct vent fireplace and comes with easy to follow instructions for installation 32 MANUAL BLOWER KIT GA3700 Manual variable control blower accessory for the BDV Series fireplaces THERMOSTATICALLY CONTROLLED BLOWER KIT DA3610T Provides better heat distribution Blower turns off and on automatically as needed Complete installation and operation instruc tions included in this manual 105453 ACCESSORIES Continued DUPLEX OUTLET KIT GA3555 NOT SHOWN For built in installation when accessory blowers are used BRASS PERIMETER TRIM KIT GA6090 Not Shown Optional three sided brass trim kit covers unfinished edges around
10. Replace control valve Continued VANGUARD DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NATURAL PROPANE TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Burner does not light after pilot is lit 1 Burner orifice clogged 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 26 or replace burner orifice 2 Inlet gas pressure is too low 2 Contact local propane or natural gas company 3 Thermopile leads disconnected or im 3 Reconnect leads see Wiring Diagram properly connected page 30 4 Thermopile is defective 4 Replace thermopile Delayed ignition burner 1 Manifold pressure is too low 1 Contact local propane or natural gas company 2 Burner porting or orifice clogged 2 Clean burner see Cleaning and Main tenance page 26 or replace burner orifice Burner backfiring during combustion 1 Burner orifice is clogged or damaged 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and 2 Damaged burner 3 Gas regulator defective Maintenance page 26 or replace burner orifice Replace damaged burner Replace gas control Slightsmoke or odor during initial operation 1 Residues from manufacturing processes and logs curing Problem will stop after a few hours of operation Heater produces a whistling noise when 1 Turning control knob to HI position burner is lit when burner is cold 2 Air in gas line 3 Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice Turn control knob to LO position and let warm up for a minute Operate bu
11. Thimble Horizontal Termination 4 Spacer Springs 2 4 Hose Clamps 2 7 Hose Clamps RTV Silicone and 10 Screws D1040 7 x 25 Coaxial Flex Pipe with Spacer Springs D3080 Rectangular Horizontal Flex Termination Cap D4020 Flex Connector 6 pcs D4030 Flex Wall Thimble 6 pcs D4040 4 Hose Clamp 6 pcs D4050 7 Hose Clamp 6 pcs SIMPSON DURA VENT GS 4 x 6 Number Description Available from DESA International SD2040 Simpson Dura Vent GS 30 Elbow 6 pcs SD2050 Simpson Dura Vent GS 60 Elbow 6 pcs Available from Simpson Dura Vent Only 902 7 48 Pipe 903 7 x36 Pipe 904 7 x24 Pipe 906 7 x12 Pipe 907 7 x9 Pipe 908 7 x6 Pipe 911 7 Adjustable 11 14 5 8 Pipe 940 Wall Thimble 941 Cathedral Ceiling Support Box 943 Roof Flashing 0 12 6 12 943S Roof Flashing 7 12 12 12 945 7 x 45 Elbow 950 Vinyl Siding Standoff 953 Storm Collar 963 Ceiling Firestop 981 36 Snorkel Termination 984 Horizontal Termination Vent Cap 988 Wall Strap 990 7 x90 Elbow 991 Vertical High Wind Termination VANGUARD DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NATURAL PROPANE FIREPLACE INSTALLATION NOTICE This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat Use this heater along with your pri mary heating system Do not in stall this heater as your primary heat source If you have a central heating system you may run system s circulating blower while using heater This will help circu late the h
12. propane supply Installation Items Needed 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 e manual shutoff valve test gauge connection sediment trap tee joint pipe wrench approved flexible gas line with gas con nector if allowed by local codes not provided An A G A design certified manual shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection Pur chase the A G A design certified manual shutoff valve from your dealer For propane connections only the installer must supply an external regulator The ex ternal 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 incoming gas pressure heater regulator damage could occur Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 34 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 diameter or greater to allow proper gas volume to fireplace If pipe is too small undue loss of pressure will occur Installation must include a manual shutoff valve union and plugged 1 8 NPT tap Loca
13. the odor added to these gases can fade Gas may be present even though no odor exists Make certain you read and understand all Warnings Keep this manual for reference Itis your guide to safe and proper operation of this fireplace WARNING Any change to this fireplace or its controls can be dangerous 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 unless a certified kit is used For propane fireplace do not place pro pane LP supply tank s inside any structure Locate propane LP supply tank s outdoors To prevent perfor mance problems do not use propane fuel tank of less than 100 165 capacity If you smell gas shut off gas supply do not try to light any appliance do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions if you cannot reach you gas supplier call the fire department Never install the fireplace in a recreational vehicle where curtains furniture clothing or other flammable objects are less than 42 from the front top or sides of the fireplace in high traffic areas in windy or drafty areas This fireplace reaches high tempera tures Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or cloth ing ignition Fireplace will remain hot for a time
14. Figure 9 Snorkel Termination Snorkel 2 Rigid vent pipes and fittings have spe cial twist lock connections Assemble the desired combination of pipe and el bows to the appliance adaptor with pipe A seams oriented towards the wall or floor Twist lock Procedure The female 42 Minimum ends of the pipes and fittings have four locking lugs indentations These lugs will slide straight into matching slots on the male ends of adjacent pipes and fit tings All connections must be sealed with high temperature silicone sealant me as specified in the second warning state T ment on page 7 Push the pipe sections together and twist one section clockwise approximately one quarter turn until the sections are fully locked See Figure 11 page 9 Note Horizontal runs of vent must be supported every three feet Use wall straps for this purpose To Ground Level Adequate drainage Flexible vent pipe must be installed with EEE spacer springs every 12 See Figure 11 derer i ees dern et page 9 All connections must be clamped tightly and sealed with high temperature silicone sealant as specified in the sec ond warning statement on page 7 Figure 10 Snorkel Termination with Drainage Pipe 8 105453 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued 3 Attach vent pipe assembly to the fire place Set fireplace in front of
15. Nearby trees adjoining rooflines steep pitched roofs and other similar fac tors may cause poor draft or down draft ing in high winds Increasing the vent height may solve this problem Twist lock the vent cap onto the last section of vent pipe and seal with high temperature silicone sealant as speci fied in the second warning statement on page 7 Note If the vent pipe passes through any occupied areas above the first floor including storage spaces and closets you must enclose pipe You may frame and sheetrock the enclo sure with standard construction material Make sure and meet the minimum allowable clear ances to combustibles Do not fill any of the required air spaces with insulation Cathedral Ceiling Installation 1 Remove shingles or other roof cover ing as necessary to cut the rectangular hole for the support box Mark the out line of the cathedral ceiling support box on the roof sheathing using the locat ing hole as a center point Cut the hole 1 8 larger than the sup port box outline see Figure 23 page 13 105453 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued 3 Lower the support box through the hole in the roof until the bottom of the box extends at least 2 below the ceiling see Figure 23 Align the support box vertically and horizontally using a level Temporarily tack the support box in place through the inside walls and into the roof sheathing 4 Using tin snips cut the support box from the to
16. Screws RVF Roof Rigid Vent Kit Includes Flue Restrictor Storm Collar 7 x 30 Elbow 7 x 4 Galvanized Pipe 7 x 2 Galva nized Pipe 7 Adjustable Galva nized Pipe 7 12 Firestop Sup port Roof Flashing RTV Silicone Vertical Termination and 26 screws D1000 7 x 12 Galvanized Coaxial Pipe 6 pcs D1010 7 x 24 Galvanized Coaxial Pipe 6 pcs D1020 7 x 48 Galvanized Coaxial Pipe 6 pcs D1030 7 Adjustable 7 12 Galvanized Coaxial Pipe 6 pcs D1050 7 x 6 Galvanized Coaxial Pipe 6 pcs D2000 7 x 90 Elbow 6 pcs D2010 7 x 45 Elbow 6 pcs D2020 7 x 30 Elbow 6 pcs D2030 7 x 60 Elbow 6 pcs D3000 Wall Strap Offset Support 6 pcs D3010 Storm Collar 6 pcs D3020 Wall Thimble 6 pcs D3040 Vertical Vent Termination Cap D3050 Vertical Restrictor 6 pcs D3060 Ceiling Firestop Support 6 pcs D3070 Rectangular Horizontal Rigid Vent Termination Cap D3090 Cathedral Ceiling Support Box D4000 Roof Flashing 6 12 9 12 D4010 Roof Flashing 9 12 12 12 D5000 Vinyl Siding Standoff 6 pcs Vanguard Flexible Venting Number Description BFGFVK Basic Flex Ground Floor Vent Kit Includes Flex Adapter 7 x 2 Flex ible Pipe 4 x 2 Flexible Pipe Wall Thimble Horizontal Termination 2 Spacer Springs 2 4 Hose Clamps 2 7 Hose Clamps and 10 Screws 15 FGFVK Flex Ground Floor Vent Kit Includes Flex Adapter 7 x 4 Flex ible Pipe 4 x 4 Flexible Pipe Wall
17. be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electri cal Code ANS NFPA 70 or the Cana dian Electrical Code CSA C22 1 15 Do not obstruct the flow of combus tion and ventilation air in any way Pro vide adequate clearances around air openings into the combustion chamber along with adequate accessibility clear ance for servicing and proper operation 16 Do not install fireplace directly on car peting vinyl tile or any combustible material other than wood The fireplace must set on a metal or wood panel ex tending the full width and depth of the fireplace 17 Do not usc fireplace if any part has been exposed to or under water Immediately call a qualified service person to ar range for replacement of the unit 18 Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken 19 Do not use a blower insert heat ex changer insert or other accessory not approved for use with this fireplace 20 Do notoperate fireplace with glass door removed cracked or broken Do not op erate fireplace without screen in place 105453 OWNER S MANUAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Top Louver a a fa Vent Opening Nailing SSS Stand off Flange c SN Glass Door Assembly Lower Louver Panel Piezo Ignitor Lava Rock Blower Adjustment Optional Installation Figure 1 Vanguard Direct Vent Fireplace BDV Series 105453 3 LOCAL CODES Install an
18. codes Note When installing in a chase you should insulate the chase as you would the outside walls of your home This is especially im portant in cold climates Minimum clear ance between vent pipes and combustible materials such as insulation is 1 After framing the chase see Framing and Finishing on page 4 install the vent system by following the installation instructions Continued VANGUARD DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NATURAL PROPANE VENTING INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLATION FOR HORIZONTAL TERMINATION 1 Determine the route your horizontal venting will take Note The location of the horizontal vent termination on the exterior wall must meet all local and national building codes and must not be easily blocked or obstructed Snorkel 12 Minimum To Ground Level WARNING Donotrecess vent terminal into a wall or siding Snorkel terminations are available for terminations requiring a vertical rise on the exterior of the building see Figures 9 and 10 Snorkel kit SVK is also avail able see page 15 Follow the same in stallation procedures used for standard horizontal terminations If installing the snorkel termination below grade base ment applications you must provide proper drainage to prevent water from entering the snorkel termination see Figure 10 Do not back fill around the snorkel termination
19. elbows in this ventconfiguration See Vertical Termination Configurations on pages 13 through 15 Note You may use two 45 elbows in place of a 90 elbow You must follow rise to run ratios when using 45 elbows For two story applications firestops are re quired at each floor level If an offset is needed in the attic additional pipe and el bows will be required You may useachase witha vent termination with exposed pipe on the exterior of the house See Installing Vent System ina Chase below Your Vanguard direct vent fireplace has been tested for a minimum 3 rise with a maximum 10 wall thickness The maxi mum horizontal run is 20 with 8 vertical rise see Installation for Horizontal Termi nation page 8 The maximum vertical run is 30 see Installation for Vertical Termina tion page 12 Itis very important that the venting system maintain its balance between the combus tion air intake and the flue gas exhaust Certain limitations apply to vent configura tions and must be strictly followed Installing Vent System in a Chase A chase is a vertical box like structure built to enclose venting that runs along the out side ofa building A chase is not required for such venting NOTICE Treatment of firestops and construction ofthe chase may vary from building type to build ing type These instructions are not substitutes for the require ments oflocal building codes You must follow all local building
20. firebox bottom approximately 3 to the right of the blower speed control bracket see Figure 33 A WARNING Failure to position the parts in accordance with sup plied diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in dam age or personal injury 11 Connect or reconnect gas supply to fire place per Connecting Fireplace to Gas Supply on page 19 of this manual NOTICE A qualified service per son must connect fireplace to gas supply Follow all local codes Firebox Back Firebox Bottom Firebox Flange Thermal Blower Switch Figure 31 Locating Thermal Switch Against Back of Firebox Control Knob Control Shaft Locknut Figure 32 Attaching Speed Control to Firebox Wiring Diagram Blower Speed Control Bracket SSX Figure 33 Installing Plastic Bushing and Wiring Diagram Sticker 17 Side View 0 0 L Plastic 0 Bushing wee A T Continued VANGUARD DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NATURAL PROPANE FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION NOTICE A qualified service per son must connect fireplace to gas supply Followalllocal codes A CAUTION For propane units never connect heater directly to the propane supply This heater requires an external regulator not supplied Install the external regulator between the heater and
21. in PILOT position Control knob not pressed in while in PILOT position Air in gas lines when installed Depleted gas supply propane models only Pilot is clogged Gas regulator setting is not correct WN 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 removed Contact local propane gas company Clean pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 26 or replace pilot assembly Replace gas control Pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released 105453 MO Control knob not fully pressed in Control knob not pressed in long enough Manual 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 pilot Thermocouple connection loose at con trol valve Thermocouple damaged Control valve damaged www desatech com 27 Press in control knob fully After pilot lights keep control knob pressed in 30 seconds Fully open manual shutoff valve A Contact local gas company B Clean pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 26 or replace pilot assembly Hand tighten until snug then tighten 1 4 turn more Replace thermocouple
22. panel in place 9 Tighten all bracket screws 10 Follow instructions on page 23 to install logs lava rock and ember material 11 Replace glass door see page 21 22 105453 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING LOGS LAVA ROCK AND GLOWING EMBERS 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 Each log is marked with a number These numbers will help you identify the log when installing It is very important to install these logs exactly as instructed Do not modify logs Only use logs supplied with fireplace Remove glass door See Removing Replacing Glass Door page 21 Install logs according to instructions for fireplace model numbers Fireplace Models BDV34N A and BDV34P A 1 Place log 1 back log on top of grate Make sure the notches in the bottom of the log fit over the grate see Figure 48 2 Rest log 2 large front log on the pins on the front part of the grate see Figure 49 3 Place log 3 crossover log onto the rear and front logs Make sure it is seated properly into the notch on the front log and over the raised triangular portion of the rear log as shown in Figure 50 4 Place log 4 small log onto the front left part of the grate making sure the notches fit over the prong of the grate See Figure 51
23. supply tank valve for propane fireplace or main gas valve lo cated on or near gas meter for natural gas fireplace 3 Make sure control knob of fireplace is in the OFF position 4 Check all joints from manual shutoff valve to thermostat gas valve see Fig ure 38 for propane or Figure 39 for natu ral Apply commercial leak test solu tion to all gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once 5 Light fireplace see Operating Fire place pages 24 and 25 Check all other internal joints for leaks 6 Turn off fireplace see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 24 Figure 37 Manual Shutoff Valve INSTALLING OPTIONAL WALL MOUNT SWITCH GWMS2 1 Connect one terminal of 25 ft wire for the wall switch to the TPTH terminal on the valve Connect remaining wire terminal to the TH terminal on the valve Make sure that the wire termi nals are in the positions on the unit as pictured in Figure 41 page 21 If wires are not connected as shown the switch will not work 2 3 Route the 25 ft wire through openings provided on the sides of the fireplace to a convenient location to mount your switch Connect one bare wire end to each of the terminals of the GWMS2 Wall Switch Install the wall switch and cover in the wall Propane Supply Tank Manual Shutoff Valve
24. 3 page 17 They will however be in your fireplace when you are installing the blower Also for clarity the firebox is shown with dotted lines 1 Open lower louver panel or remove for easier access 2 Place the blower against the lower rear wall of firebox outer wrapper with the exhaust port directed upward Align the holes in the top mounting tabs of blower with holes in wall of wrapper see Fig ure 30 page 17 Using the two screws provided mount blower and tighten screws securely Note For DA3610T make sure the thermal switch is comfortably under the back of the firebox as shown in Figure 31 page 17 3 sure to securely attach all wire ter minals to terminals on blower motor and thermal switch where applicable and that the screw retaining the green ground wire is tight 4 Remove screws securing the plate con taining the ON OFF switch to the bot tom of the firebox and set aside 5 Place speed control against back of this plate and push the plastic control shaft through opening see Figure 32 page 17 6 While supporting speed control secure control shaft with lock nut by pushing and turning lock nut with pliers clockwise until tight against the plate Place control knob provided onto shaft see Figure 32 page 17 7 Replace plate containing switches and tighten screws securely Blower Assembly Figure 29 Attaching Thermal Switch to DA3610T Thermostatically Controlled Blower Accessory
25. 5 Place lava rock along sides and front of firebox bottom in areas that are vis ible only It is not necessary to use all of the lava rock provided NOTICE Do not put lava rock on burner or under burner Placing lava rock on burner could cause performance problems 105453 OWNER S MANUAL 6 Pull ember material apart into pieces no larger than a dime Place these pieces loosely and sparingly directly onto the exposed section of the front burner and along the space between the burner and grate prongs see Figure 52 This will create the glowing ember ap pearance as the flame touches the em ber material Do not block air slots by using too much ember material in one area It is not necessary to use all of the ember material provided 7 Replace the glass door See Removing Replacing Glass Door page 21 Ay WARNING The glass door must be securely in place before running this fireplace Do not run this fireplace if glass is missing or broken Figure 49 Installing Log No 2 23 Ember Material Figure 52 Placing Ember Material on Burner VANGUARD DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NATURAL PROPANE 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 This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted b
26. Against an Exterior Wall 4 105453 PRE INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued La 58 Figure 6 Framing Clearances for Corner Installation Y T U Y Y Top of Louver us Ref Mantel Depth Ref Mantel from Top of Louver Opening 1 14 356mm A 16 406mm 2 12 305mm B 14 356mm 3 10 254mm C 12 305mm 4 8 203mm D 10 254mm 5 6 152mm E 8 203mm 6 4 101mm 6 152mm 7 2 51mm G 4 101mm Figure 7 Clearances for Combustible Mantels 105453 OWNER S MANUAL Nailing Tabs GENERAL VENTING These models are approved for use with Simpson Dura Vent 6 s direct vent pipe components and terminations as well as both flex and rigid Vanguard vent components Yourfireplaceis approved to be vented either through the side wall or vertically using the following guidelines Only use Vanguard or Simpson Dura Vent GS venting components or kits spe cifically approved for this fireplace Minimum clearance between vent pipes and combustible materials is 1 25 mm except where stated otherwise Combustible material may be flush with the top front of fireplace with a maxi mum thickness of 3 4 Do not recess venting terminals into a wall or siding Install horizontal venting with a 1 4 rise for every 12 of run toward the termina tion You may paint the vent terminal with 450
27. Continued Venting with Two 90 Elbows V Vertical V Horizontal H Horizontal H Horizontal 5 min 2 max 6 max 6 min 4 max 12 max 7 min 6 max 18 max 8 min 8 min 20 max 20 max 8 max 20 max Venting with Two 90 Elbows 2 or So T enting with Two 90 OW A Q9 P Vertical V Horizontal H H Horizontal H 5 min 6 max 6 min 12 max 7 min 18 max 8 min 20 max 20 max 20 max Figure 20 Horizontal Termination Configuration for Rigid Venting Using Two 90 Elbows with Termination at 90 with Fireplace Continued 105453 11 VANGUARD DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NATURAL PROPANE VENTING INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLATION FOR VERTICAL TERMINATION 1 Determine the route your vertical vent ing will take If ceiling joists roof rafters or other framing will obstruct the vent ing system consider an offset see Fig ure 21 to avoid cutting loadbearing members Note Pay special attention to these installation instructions for re quired clearances air space to combus tibles when passing through ceilings walls roofs enclosures attic rafters etc Do not pack air spaces with insulation Also note maximum vertical rise of the venting system and any maximum hori zontal offset limitations Offsets must fall within the parameters shown in Figure 8 on page 6 Set the fireplace in desired location Drop a plumb line down
28. Front Assembly Hinge Pin Hinge Pin Screw Washer Nut Wire Harness Locknut PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN GA6060 104529 01 Lava Rock Ember Material OWNER S MANUAL This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When ordering parts follow the instructions Bae oon AMP wWo A Aaa 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 DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for four 4 years from the date of first purchase provided that the product has been properly installed operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser This warranty covers the cost of part s required to restore this heater to 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 w
29. NE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN BDV34P A 11 Included in Hardware Pack Bi 36 105453 PARTS LIST BDV34P A 104445 01 105278 01 105297 01 104479 10BR M11084 26 M11084 46 105394 01 104443 01 104486 01 104482 01 104483 01 104491 01 104518 01 104527 01 104528 01 104537 01 104496 02 104497 02 104498 01 104499 01 104500 01 104501 01 104502 01 104503 01 104504 02 104506 02 104507 01 105453 listed under Replacement Parts on page 30 of this manual DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE Top Outer Casing Outer Casing Bottom Outer Casing Firebox Assembly Screw Hex Screw Hex Louver Extruded Firebox Support Right Firebox Support Left Switch Bracket Floor Mounting Bracket Relief Cover Relief Cover Gasket Relief Spring Relief Washer Valve Bracket SIT Valve Natural SIT Pilot Natural Thermocouple Thermopile Ignitor Ignitor Bracket Ignitor Screw Ignitor Wire Burner Orifice Brass Elbow oan nnn nnn ap p 37 104508 01 104509 01 104510 01 104516 01 104876 02 104877 02 104878 02 104879 02 M10908 2 M12461 73 H5C4 20B M12461 26 104555 02CJ 104940 09 104615 02 105450 01 104313 01 104313 02 104954 01 104963 01 104955 01 105575 01 NTC 4C Brass Fitting Aluminum Tubing Assy Pilot Tubing Assy Log Set Rear Log Front Log Crossover Log Log Piece Screw Screw Bolt Screw Grate Assembly Glass Door Assy Insulation
30. STALLATION Continued Horizontal Termination Configurations Figures 16 through 20 show different con figurations for venting with horizontal ter mination Each figure includes a chart with vertical minimum maximum and horizon tal maximum dimensions which must be met All connections must be sealed with high temperature silicone sealant as speci fied in the second warning statement on page 7 All horizontal terminations require 1 4 rise per 12 of horizontal run GFVK Vent Kit Shown recommended for use with cabinet mantels Horizontal Venting Vertical V Horizontal H 37 min 10 max Figure 16 Horizontal Termination Configuration for Rigid Venting Horizontal Venting Vertical V Horizontal H 44 min 29 max 30 and 90 only no vertical pipe 55 min 41 max 30 elbow 1 vertical pipe 90 elbow 67 min 60 max 79 min 84 max 96 min 20 max Note This configuration for use with corner installation E BVK Vent Kit Shown Figure 17 Horizontal Termination Configuration for Rigid Venting Using One 90 Elbow Horizontal Venting See information in Figures 17 and 18 for Vertical V and E S Horizontal H maxi ea mums and minimums 4 The same amounts apply for flexible venting BFGFVK and FGFVK Vent Kits Shown Figure 18 Horizontal Termination Using Flexible Venting 105453 OWNER S MANUAL VENTING INSTALLATION
31. TED AREA TERMINATION PROHIBITED A clearance above grade veranda porch deck or balcony clearance to service regulator vent outlet 72 inches 1829mm 12 inches 305mm minimum minimum B clearance to window or door that may be opened J clearance to non mechanical air supply inlet to building or the 12 inches 305mm minimum combustion air inlet to any other fireplace 12 inches 305mm C clearance to permanently closed window minimum 12 inches minimum 805mm recommended to prevent condensation on window K clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet 72 inches 1829mm D vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal minimum within a horizontal distance of 24 inches 610mm from the L T clearance above paved side walk or a paved driveway located on center line of the terminal 18 inches 457mm minimum public property 84 inches 2133mm minimum E clearance to unventilated soffit 12 inches 305mm minimum M clearance under veranda porch deck 12 inches 305mm minimum 4 F clearance to outside corner see below N clearance above a roof shall extend a minimum of 24 inches 610mm G clearance to inside corner see below above the highest point when it passes through the roof surface and H not to be installed above a meter regulator assembly within any other obstruction within a horizontal distance of 18 inches 457mm 36 inches 914mm horizontally from the center line of the regulator
32. VANGUARD DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL d Q CANADIAN GAS ASSOCIATION APPROVED BDV34N A AND BDV34P A WARNING If the information in this manual is not WARNING Improper instal followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing lation adjustment altera property damage personal injury or loss of life tion service or mainte nance can cause injury or FOR YOUR SAFETY property damage Refer to Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors this manual for correct in and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance stallation and operational procedures For assistance FOR YOUR SAFETY or additional information WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS consulta qualified installer Do not try to light any appliance or ihe gas Do not touch any electrical switch Do not use any phone your building d Immediately call your gas supplier fromaneighbor s Installation and service phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions must be performed by a If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire qualified installer service department agency or the gas supplier This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by state or local codes Aftermarket Completion of sale not for purpose of resale from the manufacturer Save this manual for future reference VANGUARD
33. after shut down Allow sur faces to cool before touching Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room with fireplace Do not modify this fireplace under any circumstances Any parts removed for servicing must be replaced prior to op erating fireplace Turn fireplace off and let cool before servicing installing or repairing Only a qualified service person should in stall service or repair this fireplace Have fireplace inspected annually by a qualified service person You must keep control compartments burners and circulating air passages clean More frequent cleaning may be needed due to excessive lint and dust from carpeting bedding material pet hair etc Turn off the gas valve and pi lot light before cleaning fireplace 10 Have venting system inspected annu ally by a qualified service person If needed have venting system cleaned or repaired See Cleaning and Mainte nance page 26 11 Keep the area around your fireplace clear of combustible materials gaso line and other flammable vapor and liquids Do not run fireplace 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 paper or other objects 13 Do not use any solid fuels wood coal paper cardboard etc in this fireplace Use only the gas type indicated on fire place nameplate 14 This appliance when installed must
34. ally During start up it is normal for condensation to form on the inside of the glass causing lint dust and other airborne particles to cling to the glass surface During initial start up a slight film may form on the glass due to paint curing The glass should be cleaned several times with a non ammonia non abrasive household cleaner and warm water after the first two weeks of operation There after clean the glass two or three times during each heating season depending on the usage and circumstances present Refer to Removing Replacing Glass Door on page 21 of this manual when removing glass door for cleaning A WARNING Only parts sup plied by the manufacturer should be used when replacing broken or damaged glass door panel see Replacement Parts page 30 This glass door panel is a complete unit No substitute materials may be used A CAUTION Wear gloves and safety glasses while handling or removing broken glass Do not remove if glass is hot Keep chil dren and pets away from glass If glass has been broken carefully remove glass door see Removing Replacing Glass Door page 21 Vacuum all glass pieces with a shop vac A CAUTION Do not vacuum if pieces are hot 26 Use only the glass door replacement in tended for this fireplace see Replacement Parts page 30 for detail on ordering No substitutions may be made See Removing Replacing Glass Door page 21 for instruc tion
35. ast turned off You can now turn the burners on and off with the hand held remote control unit IMPORTANT Do not leave the se lector switch in the REMOTE posi tion when the pilot is not lit This will drain the battery IMPORTANT Be sure to press the ON OFF button on the hand held re mote control unit for up to 3 seconds to assure proper operation 2 Pressthe ON OFF button to turn the burners on and off When turning burners off the pilot will remain lit IMPORTANT To turn the pilot off manually turn the control knob on the heater to the OFF position 105453 OWNER S MANUAL OPERATING OPTIONAL BLOWER ACCESSORY Locate the blower controls by opening the lower louver panel on the fireplace Blower controls are located on the left side of the switch bracket to the left just inside the louver panel Both the GA3700 manual blower and the DA3610T thermostatically controlled blower have an ON setting and an OFF setting The blower will only run when the switch is in the ON position In the OFF position the blower will not operate Note for DA3610T Only Your fireplace and blower will not turn on and off at the same time The fireplace may run for sev eral minutes before the blower turns on After the heater modulates to the pilot position the blower will continue to run The blower will shut off after the firebox temperature decreases The blower helps distribute heated air from the fireplace Periodically check the l
36. be supplied with the appliance or you can purchase it from your dealer 18 105453 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY Installation Items Needed 5 16 hex socket wrench or nut driver sealant resistant to propane LP gas not provided 1 Open lower louver door panel by gen tly pulling forward 2 Route flexible gas line provided by installer from manual shutoff valve to fireplace Route flexible gas supply line through one of the access holes on side of fireplace 3 Attach flexible gas line from gas sup ply to control valve see Figure 36 4 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections To Gas Supply Natural To External Regulator Propane Flexible Gas Line from Manual Shutoff Valve Manual Shutoff Valve OWNER S MANUAL CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS A WARNING Test all gas pip ing and connections for leaks after installing or servicing Cor rect all leaks at once A WARNING Never use an open flame to check for a leak Apply commercial leak test solution to all gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System Test Pressures In Excess Of 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Provided by Installer Disconnect fireplace and its individual manual shutoff valve from gas supply piping system Pressures in excess of 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa will damage fi
37. cations Jem D Y p Fw i Fireplace size D x FW x RW 34 18 1 2 34 14 Figure 3 Fireplace Bottom Dimensions CLEARANCES Minimum clearances to combustibles for the fireplace are as follows Back and sides 0 mm Perpendicular walls 6 152mm Floor 0 mm Ceiling to louver opening 42 1067mm Front 36 914mm Top of Standoffs 0 mm See General Venting on pages 5 and 6 for specific venting clearances FRAMING AND FINISHING Figures 4 and 5 show typical framing of this fireplace Figure 6 on page 5 shows framing for corner installation All minimum clear ances must be met Do not install fireplace directly on carpeting vinyl tile or any com bustible material other than wood The fire place must set on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the fireplace See Accessories on pages 32 and 33 for mantel kits available for this fireplace If you are using a separate combustible mantel piece refer to Figure 7 on page 5 for proper instal lation height You can install noncombustible mantels at any height above the fireplace Must maintain a minimum 1 clearance to combustibles gt N I Pv 34 3 4 Y LI 20 gt gt lt 5 8 for drywall facing Figure 5 Framing Clearances for Typical Fireplace Installation Z eee Ne 19 Horizontal Termination Figure 4 Framing Clearances for Installation
38. cked see Figure 11 page 9 Cut a hole in the roof using the locating hole as a center point Cover any ex posed open vent pipes before cutting hole in roof The 10 x10 hole must be measured on the horizontal actual length may be larger depending on the pitch of the roof There must be a 1 clearance from the vent pipe to combus tible materials Frame the opening as shown in Figure 12 on page 9 If area above is a room install firestop above framed hole If area above is not a room install firestop below framed hole Figure 22 Installing Firestop 12 4 Connect a section of pipe and extend up through the hole Note If an offset is needed to avoid obstructions you must support the vent pipe every 3 feet Use wall straps for this purpose see Figure 21 Whenever possible use 45 elbows instead of 90 elbows The 45 elbow offers less re striction to the flow of the flue gases and intake air Place the flashing over the pipe section s extending through the roof Secure the base of the flashing to the roof and framing with roofing nails Be sure roofing material overlaps the top edge of the flashing as shown in Figure 2 There must be a 1 clearance from the vent pipe to combustible materials Continue to add pipe sections until the height of the vent cap meets the mini mum building code requirements de scribed in Figure 8 on page 6 Note You must increase vent height for steep roof pitches
39. conflicting gas types do notinstall fireplace See dealer where you purchased the fireplace for proper fireplace according to your gas type INSTALLING OPTIONAL BLOWER ACCESSORY NOTICE If installing blower in an existing fireplace with gas con nections shut off gas supply and disconnect heater from gas sup ply Contact a qualified service person to do this Attaching Thermal Switch to DA3610T Thermostatically Controlled Blower When installing the DA3610T thermostati cally controlled blower accessory you must first secure the thermal switch to the blower 1 Remove the two hex head screws on the blower assembly as shown in Figure 29 2 Place the green wire between the bot tom hole on the thermal switch bracket and the bottom hole on the blower as sembly Insert one of the hex screws into all three pieces and tighten 3 Insert the top screw through the ther mal switch bracket and into the blower assembly Tighten screw 4 Connect the blue wire on the blower assembly to the right side of the ther mal switch 5 Connect the black wire to the left side of the thermal switch Thermal Switch with Bracket White Wire Black Wire o Hex Head s Screws ENTA Ca AN T Pd M XS Ne yy we Ny N Wire Blue Wire Installing GA3700 DA3610T Blowers IMPORTANT For clarity gas valve assem bly and grate burner assembly are not shown in Figures 30 through 3
40. d use fireplace with care Follow all local codes In the absence to local codes use the current National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223 1 alsoknownas NFPA 54 USA or the current CAN CGA BI49 1 or 2 Installation Codes Canada Available from American National Standards Institute Inc 1430 Broadway New York NY 10018 National Fire Protection Association Inc Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 PRODUCT FEATURES OPERATION This direct vent fireplace is clean burning and vents easily through outside walls or vertically using outside air for combustion Heat is generated by both realistic flames and glowing embers When used without the blower accessory the fireplace requires no electricity making it ideal for emergency backup heat PIEZO IGNITOR This fireplace has a piezo ignitor This sys tem requires no matches batteries or other sources to light fireplace GLOSSARY OF TERMS Chase A box like enclosure to protect venting from the elements when the venting run is on the outside of a structure Mastic A pliable sealent for use around the vent terminal Snorkel Termination A box that raises the horizontal termination above ground level clearances Vent Terminal Mounted on an outside wall or roof to separate the inlet and outlet of the vent system and protect it from weather Vinyl Siding Standoff A metal box that separates the vent cap from vinyl siding Wall Thimble Firestop A metal plate used to s
41. e next step The pilot is located by the main burner and should not require ac cessing for lighting Turn knob on gas control counter clockwise y to PILOT Push in control knob all the way and hold Immediately light the pilot by repeatedly depressing the piezo spark ignitor until a flame appears Continue to hold for about one 1 minute after the pilot is lit Release knob and it will pop back Pilot should remain lit If it goes out re peat steps 5 through 8 f knob does not pop up when re leased stop and immediately call your service technician or gas supplier 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 Reconnect the wire that runs from TH to TPTH from the valve Gas Control Knob Variable Control Knob Piezo Ignitor Figure 53 Control Valve 24 11 12 13 2b 5 Turn on all electric power to the fireplace Turn gas control counterclockwise K to ON This valve is equipped with a HI LO feature Set fireplace input as desired Close lower louver panel TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Open lower louver panel If using optional ON OFF switch turn ON OFF switch to OFF If Using Optional Hand Held Re mote Set selector switch in the OFF position to prevent draining battery Turn off all electrical power to the appliance if service is to be performed
42. eat throughout the house In the event of a power outage you can use this heater as your primary heat source NOTICE A qualified service per son must install fireplace Follow all local codes 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 to bacco smoke aromatic candles cleaning fluids oil or kerosene lamps etc in the air exist may discolor walls Note Your fireplace is designed to be used in zero clearance installations Wall or fram ing material can be placed directly against any exterior surface on the rear sides or top of your fireplace except where stand off spacers are integrally attached If stand off spacers are attached to your fireplace these spacers can be placed directly against wall or framing material See framing details on page 4 Place the fireplace into position and shim with noncombustible material if needed Nail the side flanges to the framing to secure the unit in place There are two floor brack ets included with each unit Use these as an alternative method of securing the fireplace IMPORTANT Make sure fireplace is level before securing If fireplace is not level it will not work properly CHECK GAS TYPE Use proper gas type for the fireplace unit you are installing If you have
43. ecure the vent pipe when it passes through a wall or ceiling VANGUARD DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NATURAL PROPANE PRE INSTALLATION PREPARATION LOCATION AND SPACE REQUIREMENTS Determine the safest and most efficient loca tion for your Vanguard direct vent fireplace Make sure that rafters and wall studs are not in the way of the venting system Choose a location where the heat output is not affected by drafts air conditioning ducts windows or doors Figure 2 shows some common loca tions Read all venting information in this manual Be aware of all restrictions and precautions before deciding the exact loca tion for your fireplace When deciding the location of your fire place follow these rules 1 Do not connect this fireplace to a chim ney flue serving a separate solid fuel burning fireplace or appliance 2 Due to high temperatures do not lo cate this fireplace in high traffic areas or near furniture or draperies 3 Properclearances must be maintained If your fireplace is to be installed di rectly on carpeting vinyl tile or any combustible material other than wood it must be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the fireplace See Figure 3 TE T MA Flush with wall Through exterior wall enclosed in a chase CEIR A Corner installation Figure 2 Common Fireplace Lo
44. fireplace Provides afinished appearance with the class of brass BRASS LOUVER KIT D6034 Not Shown These louvers will give your fireplace an elegant look and allows you to customize your fireplace They easily replace the stan dard black louvers by screwing into place DECORATIVE 2 PIECE BRASS ACCENT TRIM D7034 Not Shown These strips have a magnetic backing which makes installation and removal quick and easy They are designed to go at the top and bottom of the glass door on BDV units Note Remove the plastic film covering on strips before installing on fireplace FIREPLACE SCREEN DS34 For all models This fireplace screen easily attaches to the front glass panel with in cluded clips 105453 OWNER S MANUAL RECEIVER AND HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROL KIT GHRC SERIES For all models Allows the heater to be turned on and off conveniently ON OFF WALL MOUNT SWITCH GWMS2 For all models Allows the heater to be manually turned on and off 33 VANGUARD DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NATURAL PROPANE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN BDV34N A 11 Included in Hardware Pack Bi 34 105453 PARTS LIST BDV34N A 104445 01 105278 01 105297 01 104479 10BR M11084 26 M11084 46 105394 01 104443 01 104486 01 104482 01 104483 01 104491 01 104518 01 104527 01 104528 01 104537 01 104496 01 104497 01 104498 01 104499 01 104500 01 104501 01
45. from the ceil ing to the position of the fireplace exit flue Mark the center point where the vent will penetrate the ceiling Drill a small locating hole at this point Drop a plumb line from the inside of the roof to the locating hole in the ceil ing Mark the center point where the vent will penetrate the roof Drill a small locating hole at this point EL Roof Flashing 45 Elbow 2 Ceiling Firestop Figure 21 Offset with Wall Strap and 45 Elbows Flat Ceiling Installation 1 Cut 10 square hole in the ceiling us ing the locating hole as a center point The opening should be framed to 10 x10 254mm x 254mm inside di mensions as shown in Figure 12 on page 9 using framing lumber the same size as the ceiling joists If the area above the ceiling is an insulated ceil ing or a room nail firestop from the top side This prevents loose insulation from falling into the required clearance space Otherwise install firestop below the framed hole The firestop should be installed with no less than three nails per side see Figure 22 Assemble the desired lengths of pipe and elbows necessary to reach from the fireplace flue up through the firestop All connections must be sealed with high temperature silicone sealant as specified in the second warning state ment on page 7 Be sure all pipe and elbow connections are fully twist lo
46. g fireplace Let cool before installing brick liner This brick liner kit is optional You may purchase brick liner from your local dealer or see Accessories page 32 CAUTION Always handle brick panels with two hands Do not force brick panels into place Excessive force will break brick panels Figure 46 Installing Left Side Brick Panel 1 Remove glass door See Removing Re placing Glass Door page 21 2 Ifinstalling brick liner in new fireplace go to step 3 If installing brick liner in an existing fireplace carefully remove logs lava rock and ember material 3 Installleft side brick panel first by slid Rear Brick Panel ing it between the grate and the side of the firebox see Figure 46 4 Slide the left retainer bracket against the left side brick panel Loosely se cure the bracket screw This secures the i left side brick panel NE 5 Install the right brick panel using the same method described in step 3 6 Slide the right retainer bracket against EN p the right side brick panel Loosely se a cure the bracket screw This secures the right side brick panel Retaining Brackets 7 Install rear brick panel Rest bottom edge of panel on back edge of grate see Figure 47 Installing Rear Brick Panel and Retainer Brackets Figure 47 8 Loosely secure retainer brackets to grate Brackets are adjustable left to right to allow proper placement of panel These will hold rear
47. ho will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty The heater MUST be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with all local codes and instructions furnished with the unit This warranty does not apply to parts that are not in original condition because of normal wear and tear or parts that fail or become damaged as aresult of misuse accidents lack of proper maintenance or defects caused by improper installation Travel diagnostic cost labor transportation and any and all such other costs related to repairing a defective heater will be the responsibility of the owner TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THE LAW OF THE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTIES AND LIMITS THE DURA TION OF ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO FOUR 4 YEARS ON ALL COMPONENTS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST PURCHASE AND DESA INTERNATIONAL S LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND DESA INTERNATIONAL SHALL NOT BELIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do 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 o
48. ify that no pipe sec tion or fitting has been disturbed and loosened Check mechanical supports such as wall straps for rigidity 105453 TROUBLESHOOTING Note For additional help visit DESA International s Technical Service web site at www desatech com Note All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation OBSERVED PROBLEM OWNER S MANUAL AY WARNING Turn off heater and letcool before servicing Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater A CAUTION Never use a wire needle or similar object to clean pilot This can damage pilot unit POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed there is no spark at pilot 1 2 Ignitor electrode not connected to igni tor cable Ignitor cable pinched or wet Piezo ignitor nut is loose 1 2 Reconnect ignitor cable Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry Tighten nut holding piezo ignitor Nut is located behind the mounting bracket 4 Broken ignitor cable 4 Replace ignitor cable 5 Bad piezo ignitor 5 Replace piezo ignitor 6 Ignitor electrode broken 6 Replace pilot assembly 7 Ignitor electrode positioned wrong 7 Replace pilot assembly When ignitor button is pressed there is Gas supply turned off or manual shutoff 1 Turn on gas supply or open manual spark at pilot but no ignition valve closed Control knob not
49. inyl siding standoffs between vent cap and exterior wall The viny sid ing standoff prevents excessive heat from melting the vinyl siding material Bolt the ventcap to the standoff Apply non hard ening mastic around outside edge of the standoff instead of the vent cap assem bly Use wood screws provided to attach the standoff See Figure 14 5 Slide the wall thimble over the vent pipe before connecting the horizontal run to the vent cap see Figure 15 Apply Mastic to All Four Vent Cap Figure 13 Installing Horizontal Vent Cap 6 Carefully move the fireplace with vent assembly attached toward the wall and insert the vent pipe into the horizontal termination The pipe overlap should be a minimum of 1 4 Apply silicone to the connection Fasten all vent con nections with screws provided Refer to Fireplace Installation on page 16 for instructions on securing unit to fram ing or floor 7 Slide the wall thimble against the inte rior wall surface and attach with screws provided see Figure 15 Cut Vinyl Siding Away to Fit Standoff Wood Screw J Standoff TNS Apply Mastic to All Four Sides Vent Cap Figure 14 Installing Vinyl Siding Standoff Interior Wall Surface Wall Thimble Vent Cap Horizontal Termination Horizontal Vent Pipe Figure 15 Connecting Vent Cap with Horizontal Vent Pipe Continued VANGUARD DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NATURAL PROPANE VENTING IN
50. it s per manent location to insure minimum clearances Mark the wall for a 10 square hole for noncombustible ma terial such as masonry block or con crete a 7 2 diameter hole is accept able See Figure 12 The center of the hole should line up with the center line of the horizontal rigid vent pipe Cut a 10 x10 254mm x 254mm square hole through combustible ex terior wall 7 2 190mm diameter hole if noncombustible Frame as nec essary see Figure 12 Female Locking Lugs 7 XI 51015 Rigid Vent Pipe Flexible Vent Pipe 4 Clamp Figure 11 Vent Pipe Connections Vent Opening Combustible Wall 10 254mm 10 2 254 Y Framing Vent Opening Dera Noncombustible Wall 7 190mm Figure 12 Vent Opening Requirements 105453 OWNER S MANUAL 4 Apply a bead of non hardening mastic around the outside edge of the vent cap Position the vent cap in the center of the 7 2 or 10 hole on the exterior wall with the arrow on the vent cap pointing up Insure proper clearance of 1 to combustibles is maintained At tach the vent cap with four wood screws supplied see Figure 13 Note Re place the wood screws with appropri ate fasteners for stucco brick concrete or other types of siding Awarnine Donotrecess vent termination in to any wall This will cause a fire hazard For vinyl siding stucco or wood exte rior use v
51. l of the con nections with high temperature silicone 600 F 316 C every time a vent connection is made Be fore joining elbows and pipes apply a bead of high temperature silicone sealant GE RTV 106 Loctite RTV 81585 to the end of the elbow or pipe High tempera ture silicone must also be used to re seal any connections after maintenance to venting system NOTICE Failure to follow these instructions will void the warranty INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS Consultlocal building codes before beginning the installation The installer must make sure to select the proper vent system for installa tion Before installing vent kit the installer must read this fireplace manual and vent kit instructions Only a qualified service person should in stall venting system The installer must fol low these safety rules Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection e Use extreme caution when using ladders or when on roof tops Be aware of electrical wiring locations in walls and ceilings The following actions will void the war ranty on your venting system nstallation of any damaged venting component Unauthorized modification of the vent ing system 105453 OWNER S MANUAL nstallation of any component part not manufactured or approved by DESA International Installation other than as instructed by these instructions A WARNING This gas fireplace and vent assembly must be vented direc
52. leva tion above 4500 feet in Canada check with local authorities Consult your local gas company to help de termine the proper orifice for your location For assistance with any high altitude instal lation contact DESA International s Tech nical Service Department at 1 800 DESA LOG 1 800 337 2564 PARTS LISTS FOR VENTING KITS AND COMPONENTS Vanguard Rigid Venting Number Description BGFVK Basic Ground Floor Rigid Vent Kit Includes 7 x 60 Elbow Extended Adjustable Horizontal Termination Wall Thimble and 14 Screws Ground Floor Rigid Vent Kit Includes 7 x 60 Elbow 7 Adjust able Galvanized Coaxial Pipe 7 12 Wall Thimble Horizontal Termina tion RTV Silicone and 16 Screws Basement Rigid Vent Kit Includes 7 x 30 Elbow 7 x 4 Galvanized Pipe 7 x 90 Elbow 7 Adjustable Galvanized Pipe 7 12 Wall Thimble Horizontal Termina tion RTV Silicone and 20 Screws Corner Vent Kit Includes 7 x 30 Elbow 7 x 90 Elbow 7 Adjustable Galvanized Pipe 7 12 6 Pipe Wall Thimble Horizontal Termination RTV Sili cone and 20 Screws GFVK BVK CVK 105453 OWNER S MANUAL Vanguard Rigid Venting Cont Number Description Vanguard Flexible Venting Cont Number Description SVK Snorkel Rigid Vent Kit Includes 7 x 30 Elbow 7 x 4 Galvanized Pipe 7 x 90 Elbow 7 Adjustable Galvanized Pipe 7 12 Wall Thimble 36 Snorkel Termi nation RTV Silicone and 28
53. luded Place battery into the battery housing 3 Replace battery cover onto remote con trol unit Battery Terminal Cover Remote Wires Control Unit 9 Volt Battery Housing Figure 43 Installing Battery in Hand Held Remote Control Unit REMOVING REPLACING GLASS DOOR You must remove glass door to install op tional brick liners logs lava rock and em ber material A CAUTION Do not operate this fireplace with a broken glass door panel or without the glass door panel securely in place For re placement part information see Replacement Parts page 30 1 Remove the upper louver panel by lift ing upward and out see Figure 44 2 Remove the screws from the three tabs at the top of the glass door while hold ing door securely keeping it from fall ing forward 21 3 Grasp door by both sides and ease it upward off of the lower bracket see Figure 45 4 Toreplace glass door follow the above instructions in reverse Top Louver Panel Figure 44 Removing Top Louver Panel Screw Glass Door Assembly Lower Bracket for Glass Door Assembly Figure45 Removing Replacing Glass Door Continued VANGUARD DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NATURAL PROPANE FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING OPTIONAL Eu BRICK LINER D8037 EEE EE A WARNING If fireplace has been running turn off and un plu
54. n 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 INTERNATIONAL 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 www desatech com 105453 01 29 99 NOT A UPC uo
55. nches mm HxWxD Fireplace 33 x 34 x 18 1 2 33 34 x 18 1 838 940 x 470mm 838 x 940 x 470mm Carton 37 x 40 x 21 37 x 40 x 21 940 x 1016 x 533mm 940 x 1016 x 533mm Weight lbs kg Fireplace 132 165 60 kg 132 165 60 kg Shipping 135 Ibs 61 kg 135 Ibs 61 kg 105453 31 VANGUARD DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NATURAL PROPANE ACCESSORIES Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer If they can not supply these accessories call DESA International s Sales Department at 1 800 432 2382 for information You can also write to the ad dress listed on the back page of this manual CIEL CABINET MANTEL GM100F Series Walnut Finished GM101U Series Unfinished GM106F Series Oak Finished with Medium Stain GM107U Series Unfinished GM102W Series Off White Paint Shown with optional base and laminate hearth and mantel trim accessories Dimensions WxHxD 56 4 x 48 4 x 22 7 8 CORNER MANTEL GM200F Series Walnut Finished GM201U Series Unfinished Shown with optional laminate mantel trim accessory Dimensions WxHxD 60 7 3 x 48 3 4 x 34 5 8 HEARTH BASE TRIM KIT Not Shown G3003J Series Jade Marble Laminate G3003S Series Sandstone Marble Laminate G3003B Series Black Onyx Marble Laminate MANTEL TRIM Not Shown G3002J Series Jade Marble
56. ontal Runs Note Install restrictor into 4 collar of stove as shown Figure 26 Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration Using One 90 Elbow 13 Venting with One 90 Elbow Vertical V 5 min 6 min 7 min 8 min 20 max Horizontal H 2 max 4 max 6 max 8 max 8 max Continued VANGUARD DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NATURAL PROPANE VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Note Install restrictor into 4 collar of stove as shown RVF Kit Shown Venting with Two 90 Elbows Vertical Venting Vertical V Horizontal H V 30 max 5 min 6 max Figure 28 Vertical Rigid Venting 6 min 12 max Configuration With No Horizontal Run 7 min 18 max 8 min 20 max Note Vertical V Vertical V 20 max Figure 27 Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration Using Two 90 Elbows 14 105453 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION Your Vanguard direct vent fireplace has been AGA tested and approved for eleva tions from 0 2000 feet and CGA certified for elevations from 0 4500 feet When installing this fireplace at an elevation above 2000 feet in the USA you may need to decrease the input rating by changing the existing burner orifice to a smaller size Re duce input 4 for each 1000 feet above sea level Check with your local gas company for proper orifice size identification When installing this fireplace at an e
57. ouvers of the firebox and remove any dust dirt or other obstructions that will hinder the flow of air Blower Control Knob Estas Optional Accessory Adjustment Knob OFF X V REMOTE OFF ON Control Knob in On Position Remote Control Knob in Remote Position Optional Remote Control Figure 54 Setting the Remote Control Knob Valve Control Knob and Flame Adjustment Knob for Remote Operation 25 INSPECTING BURNERS Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often PILOT ASSEMBLY The pilot assembly is factory preset for the proper flame height Alterations may have occurred during shipping and handling Call a qualified service person to readjust the pilot if necessary The height of the thermopile must be 3 8 to 1 2 above the pilot flame as shown in Figure 55 The thermocouple must be at a height of about 1 8 above the pilot flame The flame from the pilot burner must extend beyond both the thermocouple and thermopile If your pilot assembly does not meet these requirements turn fireplace off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 24 see Troubleshooting pages 27 through 29 Thermopile Y 3 8 to 1 2 Piezo Ignitor Figure 55 Pilot Assembly Continued VANGUARD DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NATURAL PROPANE INSPECTING BURNERS Continued BURNER FLAME PATTERN Burner flames will be steady not lifting or floating Flame patterns
58. p corners down to the roofline and fold the resulting flaps over the roof sheathing see Figure 24 Apply a bead of non hardening mastic around the top edges of the support box to make a seal between the box and the roof Nail in place with roofing nails Remove any combustible material that might be in side of the support box 5 Complete the cathedral ceiling instal lation by following the same proce dures outlined in steps 2 through 7 for Flat Ceiling Installation page 12 Level Cathedral ceiling support box 2 minimum below finished ceiling Cut hole 1 8 larger than support box when projected onto roofline Figure 23 Cathedral Ceiling Support Box Installation A L2 SD Non hardening Mastic under all edges of support box before nailing Figure 24 Installed Cathedral Ceiling Support Box VS 105453 OWNER S MANUAL Vertical Termination Configurations Figures 25 through 28 show four different configurations for vertical termination All connections must be sealed with high temperature silicone sealant as specified in the second warning statement on page 7 5 min 6 min 7 min 8 min 20 max Venting with Two 90 Elbows Vertical V Horizontal H Horizontal H 2 max 4 max 6 max 8 max 8 max Note Install restrictor into 4 collar of stove as shown Figure 25 Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration Using Two 90 Elbows with Two Horiz
59. replace gas regulator Cap off open end of gas pipe where manual shutoff valve was connected Control Valve Figure 36 Attaching Flexible Gas Lines To The Control Valve 105453 Pressurize supply piping system by ei ther opening propane supply tank valve for propane gas fireplace or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas fireplace or using compressed air Check all joints of gas supply piping system Apply commercial leak test solution to all gas joints Bubbles form ing show a leak Correct all leaks at once Reconnect fireplace and manual shutoff valve to gas supply Check reconnected fittings for leaks Continued VANGUARD DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE NATURAL PROPANE FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Close manual shutoff valve see Fig ure 37 2 Pressurize supply piping system by ei ther opening propane supply tank valve for propane gas fireplace or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas fireplace or using compressed air 3 Check all joints from propane supply tank or gas meter to manual shutoff valve see Figure 38 for propane or Fig ure 39 for natural Apply commercial leak test solution to all gas joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections 1 Open manual shutoff valve see Figure 37 2 Open propane
60. rner until air is removed from line Have gas line checked by local pro pane gas company Clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 26 or replace burner orifice Glass soots 1 Flame impingement on logs 2 Debris around burner air mixer Adjust the log set so that the flame does not excessively impinge on it Inspect the opening at the base of the burner to see that it is NOT packed with any type of material Fireplace produces a clicking ticking noise 1 Metal expanding while heating or con just after burners are lit or shut off tracting while cooling www desatech com 28 This is common If noise is excessive contact qualified service person 105453 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OWNER S MANUAL Ay WARNING If you smell gas Shut off gas supply Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department IMPORTANT Operating fireplace where impurities in air exist may create odors Cleaning supplies paint paint remover cigarette smoke cements and glues new carpet or textiles etc create fumes These fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors These odors will disappear over time OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Fireplace p
61. roduces unwanted odors 1 Gas leak See Warning statement above 1 Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 19 Fireplace shuts off in use High or gusting winds Low line pressure Pilot is partially clogged Inner vent pipe leaking exhaust gasses into system Horizontal vent improperly pitched Glass too loose and air tight gasket leaks in corners after usage Bad thermopile or thermocouple Improper vent cap installation Fireplace has been tested for up to 40mph winds However extreme con ditions may occur See Lighting Instruc tions on page 24 Contact local propane or natural gas company Clean pilot see Cleaning and Mainte nance page 26 Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 19 Horizontal vent termination should slope down only enough to prevent any water from entering the unit The maximum downward slope of the vent termination is 1 4 for any horizontal run Tighten glass Replace faulty component Check for proper installation and free dom from debris or blockage Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position Gas leak See Warning statement above Control valve defective Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections page 19 Replace control valve Gas odor during combustion Gas leak See Warning statement above
62. s for replacing glass door A WARNING Do not operate fireplace with the glass door re moved cracked or broken PILOT AND BURNERS Remove ember material before cleaning burners and replace when cleaning is complete Burner and controls should be cleaned with compressed air to remove dust dirt or lint s Usea vacuum cleaner or small soft bristled brush to remove excess dust dirt or lint LOGS e If you remove logs for cleaning refer to Installing Logs Lava Rock and Glowing Embers page 23 to properly replace logs e Usea vacuum cleaner to remove any car bon build up on logs Replace log s if broken See Replace ment Parts on page 30 Replace ember material periodically as needed See Replacement Parts on page 30 VENTING SYSTEM Conduct annual inspection of the venting system following these guidelines 1 Check areas of venting system that exposed to the weather for corrosion rust spots or streaks and in extreme cases holes Have these items replaced imme diately by a qualified service person 2 Removethe vent cap and shine a flash light into the vent Remove any foreign material 3 Check for evidence of excessive con densation Continuous condensation can cause corrosion of caps pipes and fittings and can be caused by having excessive lateral runs too many elbows or exterior portions of the system be ing exposed to cold weather 4 Inspect joints to ver
63. te NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up NPT tap must be upstream from fireplace see Figure 35 Propane NN Supply Regulator Vent Pointing Down Figure 34 External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down Propane Only A G A Design Certified Manual Shutoff Valve with 1 8 NPT Tap Approved Flexible Gas Line Check your building codes for any special requirements for locating manual shutoff valve to fireplaces Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads This will prevent excess sealant from going into pipe Excess sealant in pipe could result in clogged fireplace valves A CAUTION Use pipe joint seal ant that is resistant to liquid pe troleum LP gas Install sediment trap drip leg in supply line as shown in Figure 35 Locate sediment trap drip leg where it is within reach for cleaning Locate sediment trap drip leg where trapped matter is not likely to freeze A sediment trap traps moisture and con taminants This keeps them from going into fireplace gas controls If sediment trap drip leg is not installed or is installed wrong fireplace may not run properly Natural From Gas Meter 5 W C to 10 5 W C Pressure LP From External Regulator 11 W C to 14 W C Pressure Cap Pipe Nipple Tee Joint Sediment Leg Figure 35 Gas Connection The A G A design certified manual shutoff valve may
64. the replacement part number TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about in stallation operation or troubleshooting If so contact DESA International s Technical Service Department at 1 800 DESA LOG 1 800 337 2564 You can also visit DESA International s Technical Service web site at www desatech com WIRING DIAGRAM CAUTION Labelall wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous opera tion Verify proper operation af ter servicing Variable Fan Switch Fan Switch N O Off 110 115 V A C Black Figure 57 Blower Wiring Diagram for Thermostat Controlled Models SERVICE HINTS When Gas Pressure Is Too Low pilot will not stay lit burners will have delayed ignition fireplace will not produce specified heat propane LP gas supply might be low propane units only When Gas Quality Is Bad pilot will not stay lit burners will produce flames and soot fireplace will backfire when lit If you feel your gas pressure is too low or gas quality is bad contact your local natural or propane LP gas supplier 30 Blower Motor 105453 OWNER S MANUAL BDV34N A BDV34P A 15 000 21 000 Btu hr 16 000 20 000 Btu hr Gas Type Natural Propane Ignition Piezo Piezo Manifold Pressure 3 5 w c 10 0 w c Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure 4 5 w c 11 0 w c Dimension I
65. tly to the outside The venting system must NEVER be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel burning ap pliance Each gas appliance must use a separate vent system Do not use common vent systems AX WARNING Horizontal sec tions of this vent system require a minimum clearance of 2 from the top of the pipe and 1 mini mum to the sides and bottom Vertical sections of this system require a minimum of 1 clear anceto combustible materials on all sides of the pipe INSTALLATION PLANNING There are two basic types of direct vent installation Horizontal Termination Vertical Termination It is important to select the proper length of vent pipe for the type of termination you choose It is also important to note the wall thickness For Horizontal Termination Select the amount of vertical rise desired The horizon tal run of venting must have 1 4 rise for every 12 of run towards the termination WARNING Never run the vent downward as this may cause ex cessive temperatures which could cause a fire You may use one or two 90 elbows in this ventconfiguration See Horizontal Termina tion Configurations on pages 10 and 11 For Vertical Termination Measure the distance from the fireplace flue outlet to the ceiling Add the ceiling thickness the verti cal rise in an attic or second story and allow for sufficient vent height above the roofline You may use one or two 90
66. will be different from unit to unit and will vary depending on installation type and weather conditions If the vent configuration is installed incor rectly the flames will lift or ghost This can be dangerous Inspect the flames after installation to ensure proper installation and performance Figure 56 shows atypical flame pattern for models BDV34N A and BDV34P A If burner flame pattern differs from that described turn fireplace off see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance page 24 see Troubleshooting pages 27 through 29 Figure 56 Typical Flame Pattern for BDV34N A and BDV34P A CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE A WARNING Turn off fireplace and let cool before cleaning A CAUTION You must keep con trol areas burners and circulat ing air passageways of fireplace clean Inspect these areas of fire place before each use Have fire place inspected yearly by a quali fied service person Fireplace may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting bedding material pet hair etc GLASS DOOR A WARNING Handle glass door panel with care Do not strike slam or otherwise abuse glass Do not operate fireplace with the glass door removed cracked or broken A WARNING Do not use abra sive cleaners as this may damage glass Use a nonabrasive house hold glass cleaner to clean glass Do not clean glass when hot Glass must be cleaned periodic
67. y 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 Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand don t try to repair it call a qualified service technician 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 un der water tnm 10 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS STOP Read the safety information in column 1 Open lower louver panel Disconnect the wire that runs from TH to TPTH from the valve Turn off all electric power to the fireplace Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise x to OFF 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 in column one If you don t smell gas go to th

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