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Desa (V)CD36RNE Outdoor Fireplace User Manual

1. TES Gas Valve Figure 53 Checking Gas Joints for Propane LP Gas Fireplace Equipment q Shutoff Valve Gas 2 Gg Meter A cM Gas Valve Figure 54 Checking Gas Joints for Natural Gas Fireplace 28 www desatech com 116035 01E INSTALLATION Continued PRESSURE TESTING FIREPLACE GAS CONNECTIONS 1 Open equipment shutoff valve see Figure 52 page 28 2 Open propane LP supply tank valve for propane LP fireplace or main gas valve located 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 equipment shutoff valve to gas valve see Figure 53 for propane LP or Figure 54 for natural gas Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles form ing show a leak Correct all leaks at once 5 Light fireplace see Operating Fireplace page 31 Check all other internal joints for leaks 6 Turn off fireplace see To Turn Off Gas to Ap pliance page 32 or 35 depending on model REMOVING REPLACING GLASS DOOR A CAUTION Do not oper
2. 31 Warranty Information Back Cover INSPECTING BUrners inet 36 2 www desatech com 116035 01E SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING This product con tains and or generates chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING Any change to this fireplace or it s controls can be dangerous Do not modify this fireplace under any circum stances Any parts removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating fireplace IMPORTANT Read this owner s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble operate or service this fireplace Improper use of this fireplace can cause serious injury or death from burns fire explosion electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning AX DANGER Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death This fireplace must be installed by a qualified cer tified or licensed service person It has a sealed gas combustion chamber that uses a coaxial pipe pipe within a pipe and having the same center venting system It brings in fresh air for combus tion through the outer pipe and combustion gases are exhausted through the inner pipe If the glass door assembly and venting pipe are not properly seated connected and sealed carbon monoxide leakage spillage can occur Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxide
3. WARNING If fireplace has been running turn off and let cool before accessing or servic ing the unit AX WARNING Handle glass door panelwith care Do not strike slam or otherwise abuse glass Do not operate fireplace with glass door removed cracked or broken Removing Glass Door If replacement of glass is necessary the entire assembly glass and frame must be replaced If glass is broken wear gloves and tape the remaining fragments onto the frame 1 Remove the lower louver panel see Remov ing Lower Louver Access Panel and Figure 55 page 29 2 Remove the top louver trim panel see Re moving Top Louver Trim Panel and Figure 56 page 29 3 Hold the glass frame with one hand and with the other hand unlock the two door latches found on top of the firebox to release tension on the door frame see Figure 57 4 Unhookthelocking clasp from the tabs on the door frame and with both hands swing the door panel out while pivoting the lower frame on the lower retaining bracket UNLOCK Glass Door Figure 57 Removing Replacing Glass Door 5 Liftthe lower frame tabs out from the position ing slots found on the lower frame retaining bracket see Figure 57 6 Remount the new frame in reverse order by placing the positioning tabs on the glass frame into the slots in the retaining bracket then swinging the door into the sealed position and locking the two latches in place
4. one bag of glowing ember material one bag of vermiculite hearth treatments Remove the shrink wrap securing the 2 carton trays to the unit Lift the top carton tray off and remove the four corner posts Discard the bottom tray once the unit is moved into position Note On rear vent models you must remove the fiberboard collar protector located on the rear collar before installing the fireplace and venting system See Figure 4 Fireboard Collar Protector Figure 4 Removing Collar Protector Rear Vent Fireplace CLEARANCES Minimum clearances to combustibles for the fire place are as follows Back and sides 0 mm Perpendicular walls 12 305 mm Floor 0 mm Ceiling to louver opening 40 1016 mm Front 36 914 mm Top of Standoffs 0 mm Vent Surfaces 1 26 mm See venting instructions for specific vent clearances See Mantel Clearances for specifics on mantel clearances Mantel Clearances Combustible material with a maximum thick ness of 5 8 may be flush with the top front of fireplace NOTICE This fireplace is in tended for use as supplemental heat Use this fireplace along with your primary heating system Do not install this fireplace as your primary heatsource If youhavea central heating system you may run system s circulating blower while using fireplace This will help circulate the heat through out the house In the event of a power outage you can use this fireplace as a
5. Assemble the desired lengths of pipe and elbows necessary to reach from the fireplace flue up through the firestop Be sure all pipe and elbow connections are fully twist locked see Figure 11 page 10 Cut a hole in the roof using the locating hole as a center point Cover any exposed open vent pipes before cutting hole in roof The 10 7 4 x 10 7 4 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 combustible materials Frame the opening as shown in Figure 12 page 11 If area above is a room or insulated area install firestop above framed hole 4 Connect a section of pipe and extend up through the hole Note If an offset is needed to avoid obstruc tions you must support the vent pipe every 3 feet Use wall straps for this purpose see Figure 26 page 16 Whenever possible use 45 elbows instead of 90 elbows The 45 elbow offers less restriction 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 roof ing nails Be sure roofing material overlaps the top edge of the flashing as shown in Figure 26 page 16 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 minimum building code requiremen
6. TROUBLESHOOTING A WARNING Turn off heater and let cool 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 Note All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are 1 Loose wiring connections 2 Construction debris clogging the pilot and or gas control valve filter OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed 1 there is no spark at pilot Ignitor electrode not con 1 Reconnect ignitor cable nected to ignitor cable Ignitor cable pinched or wet 2 Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubing Keep ignitor cable dry 3 Piezo ignitor nut is loose 3 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 7 Tighten electrode Replace if wrong necessary 38 www desatech com 116035 01E TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE When ignitor button is pressed 1 REMEDY 1 Turn on gas supply or open Gas supply turned off or equip there is spark at pilot but no ment shutoff valve closed equipment shutoff
7. Latch Nailing Flange Glass Door Assembly 3 Log Ec Set Junction SS Ember Box Tray Lower Louver Control Valve Piezo Ignitor Panel Variable Input With Optional Adjustment Remote and Blower Control Mount Figure 1 Top and Rear Direct Vent Fireplaces www desatech com 116035 01E LOCAL CODES Install and use fireplace with care Follow all local codes In the absence to local codes use the cur rent National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 USA or the current CSA B149 1 Installation Code 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 These are a few facts that can help you understand and enjoy your direct vent fireplace The CD36R dedicated rear vent is best suited for flush or corner installations when vented horizontally through an exterior wall The CD36T dedicated top vent is suited for any application where height is necessary to terminate the venting system either through the roof vertical or to gain sufficient height and offset to vent to an outside exterior wall horizontal The vent pipe installation is very important to allow for proper operation You must select the appropriate unit for your application and follow the venting instructions to plan your installation This fireplace may
8. control shaft through opening in switch bracket see Figure 36 page 22 or ignition module bracket see Figure 37 page 22 6 While supporting speed control secure control shaft with lock nut by pushing and turning lock nut with pliers clockwise until it is tight against mounting plate Place control knob provided on shaft see Figure 36 or 37 page 22 7 Check to make sure that power cord is com pletely clear of blower wheel and that there are no other foreign objects in blower wheel Also double check all wire leads and make sure wire routing is not pinched or in a precarious position Correct accordingly 8 Turn on power to duplex outlet if previously turned off per warning in column 2 page 21 9 Plug in blower power cord to duplex outlet 10 The blower will only run when the speed control knob is in the ON position and the thermal switch senses temperature after the fireplace begins to heat up The blower speed can be adjusted by rotating the control knob To turn off turn knob fully counterclockwise until it clicks off If the blower is ON and has been running with the fireplace operating the blower will continue to run for a short time after the fireplace has been turned off As the thermal switch cools down the blower shuts down automatically 116035 01E www desatech com 23 INSTALLATION Continued 11 Peel off the backing paper and stick the sup plied wiring diagram decal on the fi
9. 1 4 114880 01 Heat Deflector 1 5 114875 01 Fireplace Surround 1 114875 02 Fireplace Surround 1 6 114876 01 Fireplace Top 1 114876 02 Fireplace Top 1 7 116016 01 Fireplace Top Insulation 1 116016 02 Fireplace Top Insulation 1 8 114873 01 Louver Bottom Assembly 1 9 114872 01 Louver Top Assembly 1 10 114871 01 Glass Door Assembly 1 11 114867 01 Assembly 1 12 add Firebox Assembly Complete 1 Natural Gas uis Firebox Assembly Complete 1 Natural Gas is Firebox Assembly Complete 1 _ Propane LP Gas 2 Firebox Assembly Complete 1 _ Propane LP Gas 13 110973 01 Cover Junction Box 2 14 24460 Conduit Assembly 2 home Knock Out Cover 2 16 14418 Duplex Plug Receptacle 1 17 14123 Bushing Universal Strain Relief 1 18 11408 Bushing 0 5 Electric 2 19 26290 Firebox Leg B 2 m PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN aa 25580 Ember Bag Assy 1 27253 Notice Label 1 55240 Vent Label 1 Not a field replaceable part 116035 01E www desatech com 47 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN BURNER ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS V CD36RN V CD36RP V CD36TN V CD36TP V CD36RN HA V CD36TN HA 48 www desatech com 116035 01E PARTS LIST BURNER ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS V CD36RN V CD36RP V CD36TN V CD36TP V CD36RN HA V CD36TN HA This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts
10. 1 Gas leak See Warning statement above 1 High or gusting winds 2 Low line pressure 3 Pilot is partially clogged exhaust gases into system after usage couple stalled or blocked Inner vent pipe leaking Glass is too loose and air tight gasket leaks in corners Bad thermopile or thermo Vent cap improperly in l 3 Locate and correct all leaks see Checking Gas Connections page 28 Fireplace has been tested for up to 40 mph winds However extreme conditions may occur See Lighting Instructions on page 31 Check local propane LP or natural gas company Clean pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 37 Locate and correct all vent connec tions see Installation Planning page 11 Tighten or replace glass door see Removing Replacing Glass Door page 29 Replace faulty components Check for proper installation or remove debris or blockage Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position 1 Gas leak See Warning statement above Locate and correct all leaks see Checking Gas Connections page 28 Gas odor during combustion 1 Gas leak See Warning statement above Locate and correct all leaks see Checking Gas Connections page 28 Dark residue on logs or inside of fireplace 1 Improper log placement blocked 3 Burner flame holes blocked sive blockage bers and pan material Air holes at burner inlet Improper
11. 4 r 102 mm TO NAILING FLANGE 5 8 16 mm oe HA 2 36 1h z 921 mm 51 mm TO NAILING FLANGE a 35317 364 934 914 mem FACE DIM 25 635 mm WALL SWITCH WALL SWITCH TO CENTER OF WIREWAY WIREWAY 8 REAR VENT 2 4 R 51 mm A Gs n 13 0 8 05 9211 162 1 4 1 2 114 mm 36 153 8 203 mm 921 nan Ifi GAS SUPPLY ELECTRICAL FACE DIM 2 890 7 INLET 63 mm 37 940 mm TO NAILING FLANGE Figure 9 Rear Top Common Dimensions 8 www desatech com 116035 01E LOCATION TERMINATION CAP N 1 c Fixed By Closed V openable Fixed Closed Openable I r v Y B 1 A clearance above grade veranda porch deck balcony 12 inches 30 5mc minimum B clearance to window or door that may be opened 12 inches 30 5cm minimum clearance to permanently closed window minimum 12 inches 30 5cm recommended to prevent condensation on window D vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal within a horizontal distance of 24 inches 61cm from the center line of the terminal 18 inches 45 7cm minimum clearance to unventilated soffit 12
12. 48 32 x 1 2 PPH 2 28 11107 Screw 10 32 x 1 4 PPH Zinc 4 29 11105 Screw 10 x 1 2 HWH LGM Zinc 11 30 11102 Screw 8 x 3 8 PPH F Zinc 2 116035 01 www desatech com 51 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 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 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 retailers of this product and or DESA who will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty The heater MUST be installed by a qualified installer in acc
13. Control valve damaged 7 Replace control valve Burner does not light after pilot 1 Burner orifice clogged 1 Clean burner see Cleaning is lit and Maintenance page 37 or replace burner orifice 2 Inlet gas pressure is too low 2 Contact local propane LP or natural gas company 3 Thermopile leads disconnect 3 Reconnect leads to TP amp ed or improperly connected terminals on control valve 4 Thermopile is defective 4 Replace thermopile Delayed ignition burner 1 Manifold pressure is too low 1 Contact local propane LP or natural gas company 2 Burner porting or orifice 2 Clean burner see Cleaning clogged and Maintenance page 37 or replace burner orifice 116035 01E www desatech com 39 TROUBLESHOOTING OBSERVED PROBLEM Continued POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Burner backfiring during com bustion 1 Burner orifice is clogged or damaged 2 Damaged burner 3 Gas regulator defective 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 37 or replace burner orifice 2 Replace damaged burner 3 Replace gas control Slight smoke or odor during initial operation 1 Residues from manufacturing processes and logs curing 1 Problem will stop after a few hours of operation Heater produces a whistling noise when burner is lit 1 Turning gas control knob to HI position when burner is cold 2 Air in gas line 3 Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice 1 Turn gas control knob
14. Figure 33 Vertical Venting Configuration with No Horizontal Run Model V CD36T with Vertical Round High Wind Termination PARTS LIST FOR VENTING KITS AND COMPONENTS DESA 5 8 Pipe amp Vent Kits Number Description P58 6 6 Section Double Wall Pipe Galv P58 12 12 Section Double Wall Pipe Galv P58 24 24 Section Double Wall Pipe Galv P58 36 36 Section Double Wall Pipe Galv P58 48 48 Section Double Wall Pipe Galv PA58 712 Adjustable 7 12 Section Double Wall Pipe Galv E58 45 45 Elbow Galv E58 90 90 Elbow Galv Number VKG 58 Description Ground Floor Vent Kit Galvanized Includes 45 Elbow 7 12 Adjustable Pipe Wall Firestop Horizontal Square Termination 16 Screws Basement Vent Kit Galvanized Includes 45 Elbow 7 12 Adjustable Pipe Wall Firestop Horizontal Square Termination 4 Pipe 90 Elbow 20 Screws Snorkel Vent Kit Galvanized Includes 45 Elbow 7 12 Adjustable Pipe Wall Firestop 36 Snorkel Termination 4 Pipe 1 Pipe 90 Elbow 26 Screws Roof Vent Kit Galvanized Includes 45 Elbow 7 12 Adjustable Pipe Flue Restrictor Vertical High Wind Termination 2 Pipe 4 Pipe Wall Firestop Storm Collar Roof Flashing 0 12 6 12 26 Screws Corner Vent Kit Galvanized Includes 45 Elbow 7 12 Adjustable Pipe Wall Firestop Horizontal Termination 6 Pipe 90 Elbow 18 Screws HHTK 58 High Wind Round Horizontal Termination Kit Include
15. Figure 44 4 Connect wires from receiver to TH and TPTH to control valve see Figure 43 page 24 5 Locate the two plastic mounting clips provided with the kit 6 Usethe clips to mount the receiver on remote mounting bracket as shown in Figure 45 Receiver 9 Volt Alkaline Battery Terminal Wires Battery Clip Figure 44 Attaching Alkaline Battery to Receiver Plastic Mounting Clips Towards Front Remote Receiver Figure 45 Mountinig Remote Receiver to Bracket Installing 9 Volt Alkaline Battery in Hand Held Remote Control Unit Remove battery cover on back of remote control unit 2 Attach terminal wires to a 9 volt alkaline battery not included Place battery into the battery housing 3 Replace battery cover onto remote control unit Battery Cover Remote Control Unit Terminal Wires 9 Volt lt gt Battery Housing Figure 46 Installing Battery in Hand Held Remote Control Unit INSTALLING OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROL FOR ELECTRONIC EGNITION Installing and Activating the Remote Receiver 1 Open bottom louver and locate the plug recep tacle The plug receptacle is located either on the right or left side of cabinet 2 The WRC model receiver does not require bat tery The receiver can be installed by first plug ging the short extension cord into the fireplace receptacle Then plug the receiver unit into the extension cord Fina
16. be installed in any room of your house provided all local codes and these installation instructions are followed Models V CD36R T are equipped with a mil livolt gas control system that does not require electricity to operate A piezo ignitor is provided to light the pilot without using matches or lighters Models V CD36RE TE are equipped with an electronic ignition system that requires 120VAC to operate An electrode ignitor automati cally lights the pilot flame when the fireplace is turned on models can accept an optional circulating air blower when 120 VAC connection is sup plied If you plan to install an optional blower do not forget to wire the fireplace outlet when framing Each time you turn on your fireplace you may notice some amount of condensation on the in side of the fireplace glass This is normal and will disappear after 10 20 minutes of operation Your direct vent gas fireplace system fireplace and venting is a balanced and sealed gas oper ating unit It is highly efficient because it uses outside air for combustion while independently heating the indoor air PRE INSTALLATION PREPARATION LOCATION AND SPACE REQUIREMENTS Determine the safest and most efficient location for your DESA 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 doo
17. inches 30 5cm minimum clearance to outside corner see below clearance to inside corner see below not to be installed above a meter regulator assembly within 36 inches 91 4cm horizontally from the center line of the regulator romm X AIR SUPPLY INLET 4 RESTRICTED AREA TERMINATION PROHIBITED clearance to service regulator vent outlet 72 inches 182 9cm minimum clearance to non mechanical air supply inlet to building or the combustion air inlet to any other fireplace 12 inches 30 5cm minimum clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet 72 inches 182 9cm minimum GAS METER clearance above paved side walk or a paved driveway located on public property 84 inches 213 3cm minimum clearance under veranda porch deck 12 inches 30 5cm minimum clearance above a roof shall extend a minimum of 24 inches 61cm above the highest point when it passes through the roof surface and any other obstruction within a horizontal distance of 18 inches 45 7cm 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 only permitted if veranda porch deck or balconey is fully open on a minimum of 2 sides beneath the floor b as specified in CAN CSA B149 1 or 2 Installation Codes 1991 for Canada and U S A Note Local codes or regulations may require different clearances Terminat
18. mounting tab back through notch as before Slide the junction box down till mounting tab holes line up and replace the inner retaining screw With junction box cover removed pull the end of 3 wire Romex supply line through universal strain relief bushing on cover see Figure 34 Strip back the outer Romex to about 4 and connect black white and green wires accord current National Electric Code ANSI NFPA 70 the Canadian Electric Code CSA C22 1 10 Tuck tailing wires into junction box and replace junction box cover using 2 remaining screws 11 Tighten down strain adjustment on universal A pre wired junction box receptacle with strain i ns bushing until Romex sheathing is secured relief is provided on the right side of the cabinet for hard wiring the unit to a 15 Amp 120VAC 60Hz grounded branch circuit If the installation demands that the electrical supply be connected from the left side the entire receptacle box can be relocated to the left side by following these instructions The electrical connection is now complete INSTALLING OPTIONAL BLOWER ACCESSORIES NOTICE If installing blower in an existing fireplace with gas connections shut off gas sup ply and disconnect heater from gas supply Contact a qualified service person to do this Note If you do not need to relocate the junction box to connect the electric supply follow steps 8 through 11 only 1 Remove
19. of the firebox and remove any dust dirt or other obstructions that will hinder the flow of air 5 ON Figure 65 Setting the Selector Switch Gas Control Knob and Variable Control Knob for Remote Operation INSPECTING BURNERS Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame pat terns often PILOT ASSEMBLY The pilot assembly is factory preset for the proper flame height Alterations may have occurred dur ing shipping and handling Call a qualified service person to readjust the pilot if necessary The position and pattern of the pilot flames in rela tion to the sensing devices should be as shown in Figures 66 and 67 depending on model Thermopile Piezo ES Ignitor Figure 66 Pilot Assembly Millivolt If you pilot assembly does not meet these require ments turn fireplace off see To Turn Off Gas to Ap pliance page 32 or 35 depending on model see Troubleshooting page 38 Sensor Pilot Rog Burner E IN CJ I I O a gnitor Figure 67 Pilot Assembly Electronic BURNER FLAME PATTERN Burner flames will be steady not lifting or floating Flame patterns will be different from unit to unit and will vary depending on installation type and weather conditions If the vent configuration is installed incorrectly the flames will lift or ghost This
20. on hand held remote control until the light stops flashing The hand held remote is now unlocked Indicator 1 Light Control Sa cue Figure 62 On Off Hand Held Remote Control Unit HRC100 THERMOSTAT SERIES MODEL HRC200 The hand held remote can be operated using either the manual mode MANU or thermo static mode AUTO see Figure 63 To select Fahrenheit Centigrade mode display carefully press the mode button with the end of a paper clip or similar blunt object Manual Mode 1 Press the POWER and LOCK buttons together to turn on the hand held remote control 2 Press the MANU button to turn on the fireplace 3 Press the POWER and LOCK buttons together to turn off the fireplace Auto Thermostatic Mode 1 Press the POWER and LOCK buttons together to turn on the hand held remote control 2 Press AUTO button to select this mode 3 Set the desired room temperature by pressing the TEMP or buttons 4 Press the POWER and LOCK buttons together to turn off the fireplace Note Do not leave the hand held remote in the AUTO mode close to the fireplace The radiant heat from the fireplace will turn off the fireplace Ideally place the hand held remote in the center of the room facing towards the fireplace Note Do not hold the hand held remote for a long time Body temperature will affect its operation in the AUTO mode Safety Features When away from
21. on page 44 of this manual KEY NO PARTNO DESCRIPTION 1 116317 01 Remote Ignitor Bracket 2 114886 01 Door Retainer Bracket 3 108085 01 Pilot Orifice 51 s o on n 108085 02 Pilot Orifice 30 3172 108085 03 Pilot Orifice 62 2 4 108084 02 Pilot Assembly 108084 05 Pilot Assembly 108084 03 Pilot Assembly 5 27206 Burner Orifice 44 26482 Burner Orifice 55 it 26808 Valve Bracket Tie A e 6 7 24389 Tube 3 8 Dia x 11 Aluminum 8 24360 Pilot Bracket 9 14500 Fitting 3 8 MPT x 1 2 Flare 10 14399 Fitting Brass Elbow 3 8 MPT x 3 8 tit Comp Tube 11 14396 Fitting Brass Straight 3 8 MPT x 3 8 O20 1 Comp Tube 12 14389 Control Valve Millivolt 1 117370 01 Control Valve Millivolt 14390 Gas Control Valve Millivolt E 1 13 14299 Air Shutter 1 14 14261 Ignitor Piezo 1 15 11226 Washer Flat 7 8 ID x 2 OD x 1 8 Thick 2 16 11214 Fitting Bulkead w Nut Brass 14114 1 17 11187 Screw 8 x 1 4 PPH T 18 11107 Screw 10 32 x 1 4 PPH Zinc 4 19 11105 Screw 10 x 1 2 HWH LGM Zinc GE EC 10 0 E 4 10 20 11102 Screw 8 x 3 8 PPH F Zinc 41414144141 2 116035 01E www desatech com 49 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN BURNER ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS V CD36RNE V CD36RPE V CD36TNE V CD36TPE 50 www desatech com 116035 01E PARTS LIST BURNER ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS V
22. poisoning resemble the flu with headaches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs the fireplace may not be working properly Get fresh air at once Have fireplace serviced Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide than others These include pregnant women people with heart or lung disease or anemia those under the influence of alcohol and those at high altitudes Propane LP amp Natural Gas Propane LP and natural gas are odorless An odor making agent is added to the gas The odor helps you detect a gas leak However the odor added to the gas can fade Gas may be present even though no odor exists Make certain you read and understand all warnings Keep this manual for reference It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this fireplace AX WARNING Do notuse ablow erinsert heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with this fireplace WARNING 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 WARNING Do notallow fans to blow directly into the fireplace Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the appliance Never place any objects on the ap
23. qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier This appliance may be installed an aftermarket per manently located manufactured mobile home where not prohibited by local codes This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indi cated onthe rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases unless a certified kit is used Aftermarket Completion of sale not for purpose of resale from the manufacturer State of Massachusetts The installation must be made by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Information 22 2 3 Cleaning and 37 Product Identification A Troubleshooting irisaren serrant 38 COG PC 5 Replacement 44 Product Features rrr 5 Semice HMS eerte rci tois 44 Pre Installation Preparation 5 Technical 44 Location of Termination 9 Speocifcalions tete 44 Venting Installation Instructions 10 Accesses seniper ue 45 Fireplace Installation 21 Illustrated Parts Breakdown and Parts List 46 Operating
24. venting or exces Excessive amounts of em Properly locate logs see Installing Logs Lava Rock and Glowing Embers page 30 Clean out air holes at burner inlets Periodically repeat as needed Remove blockage or replace burner Have the vent system inspected including the termination cap Re move any restrictions or blockage Clear excess embers from around the rear main ports Use a mini mum of one layer of smaller ember pieces to achieve the best glowing effect over the visible areas 116035 01E www desatech com 41 TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRONIC IGNITION A WARNING Turn off heater and let cool 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 Note All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are 1 Loose wiring connections 2 Construction debris clogging the pilot and or gas control valve filter OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Ignitor will not spark or pilot will not light 1 No gas supply or shutoff valve is OFF Air in gas line Construction debris clogging pilot orifice Low gas pressure Kinked pilot line Control valve is not opening No power to unit or the igni tion module 1 Check see if y
25. 16 page 13 See Figure 17 page 13 for horizontal termination details 10 Place fireplace into position and shim with noncombustible material if needed Nail or screw side flanges to framing to secure unit in place IMPORTANT Make sure fireplace is level before securing If fireplace is not level it will not work properly NOTICE Do notsealtermination cap to vent pipe Cap must be removable for vent inspection and maintenance Inner Wall Firestop Cut Siding Away to Fit Standoff to All Four Sides Screws Figure 14 Installing Siding Standoff Combustible Exterior Wall Inner Wall Firestop Inner Wall Firestop Figure 15 Installing Outer Wall Firestop Combustible Exterior Wall 12 www desatech com 116035 01E VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Inner Wall Firestop Pipe Section Figure 16 Installing Inner Wall Firestop Minimum Pipe Siding Standoff Overlap 11 4 Direct Vent Pipe Screws Wall x Firestop NC AUC JEN UM i Maintain 1 ies AS Minimum Air Space Around High Wind Outer Pipe When Termination Penetrating a Wall Apply Mastic to 10 3 4 x 10 3 4 Outside Framed Opening ando Exterior Wall with Vinyl Siding Figure 17 Typical Horizontal Termination Cap Mounting with Additional Siding Standoff Installed WARNING Never run vent downward as this may ca
26. 2 screws and outer cover with strain relief bushing on right side of cabinet see Figure 34 2 Remove inner retaining screw junction box mounting tab WARNING If there is a du plex electrical outlet installed in the right side of the bottom of the fireplace base area be 3 Slide junction box up until screw mounting tab is lined up to notch in outer cabinet J Box Cover 4 J Box sure that the electrical power with Strain 207 Cover to the outletis turned off before Relilef proceeding with blower instal lation Failure to do this may result in serious injury J Box Cover with Strain Relief Model BK Installation Follow all instructions provided in the blower 7 accessory kit 1 Attach power cord to blower motor firmly pushing the two female terminals at the end of power cord onto the two spade terminals on blower motor see Figure 35 page 22 Figure 34 Relocating Junction Box Receptacle and Electrical Supply Connection 116035 01E www desatech com 21 INSTALLATION Continued 2 Attach green ground wire from power cord to blower housing using screw provided see Figure 35 Tighten screws securely 3 Place blower against lower rear wall of the firebox outer wrapper with exhaust port di rected upward The blower will fit inside the back opening and be held in position against the back wall by magnets see Figure 35 4 Becertain that all wir
27. 7 Replace the top louver panel and then the lower louver panel INSTALLING LOGS LAVA ROCK AND GLOWING EMBERS 4 piece ceramic log set comes packed inside the unit firebox Removal of glass door is necessary to unpack and assemble the logs and add hearth treat ments Follow steps under Removing Replacing Glass Door page 29 to access the logs and burner Assemble the logs and add burner treatments as follows 1 Position the base log onto burner log mounts see Figure 58 Note The cut out on the bot tom should fit over the mounts and the base log should be positioned against the rear panel 2 Position the holes on the bottom of the rear log over the pins on the base log Figure 58 3 Position the top left log and top right log onto the rear log and base log as shown in see Figure 58 Top Right Log Rear Log Figure 58 Installing Logs 30 www desatech com 116035 01E INSTALLATION Continued AX WARNING The glass door must be securely in place before running this fireplace Donotrun this fireplace if glass is missing or broken Open the bag of ember materials Break apart about quarter sized pieces and BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gasis 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 electr
28. CD36RNE V CD36TNE V CD36RPE V CD36TPE This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 44 of this manual TU KEY PARTNO DESCRIPTION QTY 1 116719 01 Gas Valve Wire Harness MV PV 1 2 116719 02 Gas Valve Wire Harness MV 1 3 116719 03 Gas Valve Wire Harness PV 4 1116316 01 Ignition Module Bracket 1 5 114886 01 Door Retainer Bracket 1 6 111059 03 Ground Wire Harness 1 7 110286 01 Ignition Module Synetek 1 8 108863 01 Plug 24 Supply Connect 1 9 108867 01 Pilot Orifice BL14LP 1 108867 02 Pilot Orifice BL22N 1 10 108866 01 Pilot Assembly PSE 1 108866 02 Pilot Assembly PSE 1 11 27206 Burner Orifice 44 1 26482 Burner Orifice 55 1 12 26808 Valve Bracket 1 13 24389 Tube 3 8 Dia 11 Aluminum 1 14 24360 Pilot Bracket 1 15 14569 Control Valve Millivolt 1 14570 Gas Control Valve Millivolt 1 16 14500 Fitting 3 8 MPT x 1 2 Flare 1 17 14399 Fitting Brass Elbow 3 8 x 3 8 Comp Tube 1 18 14396 Fitting Brass Straight 3 8 MPT x 3 8 Comp Tube 1 19 14299 Air Shutter il 20 14129 Transformer 24V Class 2 1 21 11404 Cable Tie 8 5 10 Screwdown 1 22 11226 Washer Flat 7 8 ID x 2 OD x 1 8 Thick 2 23 11214 Fitting Bulkead w Nut Brass 1 24 111201 Nut 8 32 Hex Zinc 4 25 11186 Screw 88 32 x 1 PPH 2 26 111187 Screw 8 x 1 4 PPH 1 27 11109 Screw
29. DESA DIRECT VENT FIREPLACE OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL We recommend that our e products be installed and 5 1 serviced by professionals who an Mrs id NATURAL GAS MODELS NATURAL GAS MODELS V CD36RN V CD36RNE V CD36TN V CD36TNE PROPANE LP GAS MODELS PROPANE LP GAS MODELS V CD36RP V CD36RPE V CD36TP V CD36TPE WARNING If the information in this manual is not fol lowed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a quali fied installer service agency or the gas supplier Save this manual for future reference For more information visit www desatech com WARNING Improper installation adjustment altera tion service or maintenance can cause injury or prop erty damage Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures For assistance or addi tional information consult a
30. E TO TURN OFF GAS E TO APPLIANCE 1 Openlower louver panel 2 Set the wall switch to the OFF position or the HRC selector switch when equipped to prevent draining the battery 3 Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed 4 Pushin gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to OFF 5 Closelower 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 Turn gas control knob clockwise to the PILOT position 2 Set the wall switch to the OFF position or the HRC selector switch when equipped to prevent draining the battery BE MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE 1 Remove glass door see Removing Replacing Glass Door page 29 2 Follow steps 1 through 8 under Lighting In structions page 31 3 Depress gas control knob and light pilot with match 4 Keep gas control knob pressed in for 30 sec onds after lighting pilot After 30 seconds release gas control knob Follow steps 9 through 12 under Lighting Instructions 5 Replace glass door see Removing Replacing Glass Door page 29 OPTIONAL HAND HELD Note remote control accessories must be purchased separately see Accessories page 45 Follow instructions included with the remote control NOTICE You must light the pilot before using the hand held re mote control unit See Lighting Instr
31. LACE Continued OPERATING OPTIONAL GWMT1 WALL MOUNTED THERMOSTAT WARNING Do not con nect the thermostat to a power source Electrical shock and or a fire hazard will occur Light the fireplace as instructed in Lighting Instructions on page 31 Set wall thermostat to desired temperature This thermostat has been electronically cali brated at the factory and requires no adjust ment or leveling Upon installation the thermostat must be al lowed to stabilize at room temperature for a minimum of 30 minutes for proper operation To turn the fireplace off adjust thermostat to the lowest setting and turn the gas control knob back to PILOT The pilot will remain lit IMPORTANT To turn the pilot off turn the gas control knob on the heater to the OFF position OPERATING OPTIONAL SI BLOWER ACCESSORY Locate the blower controls by opening the lower louver panel on the fireplace Blower controls are located on the right side of the switch bracket to the left just inside the louver panel The BK manual blower and the BKT thermo statically 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 Only If you are using blower with optional thermostat wall mounted or remote control for the fireplace your fire place and blower will not turn on and off at the same time The firepl
32. Model V CD36T 14 www desatech com 116035 01E VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued SNORKEL TERMINATION INSTALLATION Snorkel terminations are available for installations Recommended Applications Models V CD36R requiring a vertical rise on the exterior of the build and V CD36T ing If installing snorkel below grade e Installations requiring vertical rise on building you must provide proper drainage to prevent water exterior from entering snorkel see Figure 23 page 15 Do Installation using snorkel termination to achieve not back fill around snorkel termination 1 ft above grade Snorkel Snorkel Wall Termination Snorkel Termination Termination 1 90 Elbow Firestop 12 Min 05066 q HH TIT IT N n HT riri Adequate mm Drainage Figure 23 Snorkel Termination Configuration For Below Ground Installation HORIZONTAL VENT INSTALLATIONS USING MULTIPLE 90 ELBOWS V CD36T TOP VENT The following configurations show the minimum ve
33. RE INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued If you plan on installing a television or enter tainment center recessed above your fireplace it is recommended that you maintain a minimum 18 above top of louver opening When locating termination cap it is important to observe the minimum clearances shown in Figure 7 page 8 If recessing into a wall you can avoid extra framing by positioning your fireplace against an already existing framing member Do not recess termination cap into a wall or siding You may paint the termination cap with 450 F 232 C heat resistant paint to coordinate with the exterior finish There must not be any obstruction such as bushes garden sheds fences decks or util ity buildings within 24 from the front of the termination cap Donotlocate termination cap where excessive snow or ice build up may occur Be sure to clear vent termination area after snow falls to prevent accidental blockage of venting system When using snow blowers do not direct snow towards vent termination area 25 a 635 mm 15 381 Figure 3 Fireplace Bottom Dimensions 36 914 mm PACKAGING AND REMOVAL The V CD36R T direct vent gas fireplace heater is packaged with one box containing a 4 log set located on the burner in the firebox one bag containing the owner s manual with installation instructions operator s guide and warranty information
34. Size Main Burner 44 DMS 0 086 Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure 5 5 w c 1 1 kPa Firebox Dimensions HxWxD Flanges and Standoffs Not Included in Measurement 35 34 x 36 4 x 14 34 908 x 921 x 375 mm V CD36RP and V CD36TP Rating 13 000 20 000 Btu hr Gas Type Propane LP Gas Only Ignition Millivolt e Manifold Pressure 10 0 w c 2 5 kPa Orifice Size Main Burner 55 DMS 0 052 Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure 11 0 w c 2 7 kPa Firebox Dimensions HxWxD Flanges and Standoffs Not Included in Measurement 35 34 x 36 4 x 14 34 908 x 921 x 375 mm V CD36RNE V CD36TNE Rating 21 000 Btu hr Gas Type Natural Gas Only Ignition Electronic Manifold Pressure below 2000 ft elevation 3 5 w c 0 87 kPa above 2000 ft elev 3 8 0 94 kPa Orifice Size Main Burner 44 DMS 0 086 Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure 5 5 w c 1 1 kPa Firebox Dimensions HxWxD Flanges and Standoffs Not Included in Measurement 35 34 x 36 4 x 14 34 908 x 921 x 375 mm V CD36RPE and V CD36TPE Rating 20 000 Btu hr Gas Type Propane LP Gas Only Ignition Electronic Manifold Pressure 10 0 w c 2 5 kPa Orifice Size Main Burner 55 DMS 0 052 Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure 11 0 w c 2 7 kPa Firebox Dimensions HxWxD Flanges and Standoffs Not Included in Measurement 35 x 36 4 x 14 34 908 x 921 x 375 mm 44 www desatec
35. T Provides better heat distribution Blower turns off and on automatically as needed Complete installation and operating instructions included in this manual RECEIVER AND HAND HELD THERMOSTAT REMOTE CONTROL KIT HRC200 SERIES Allows fireplace to be operated manually or thermostatically controlled mode You can adjust your heat settings and turn the fireplace on or off without leaving the comfort of your easy chair A wall mount docking station is included RECEIVER AND HAND HELD ON OFF REMOTE CONTROL KIT HRC100 SERIES Allows the fireplace to be turned on and off conve niently A wall mount docking station is included 116035 01E www desatech com 45 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FIREPLACE ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS V CD36RN V CD36RP V CD36TN V CD36TP V CD36RN HA V CD36TN HA 46 www desatech com 116035 01E PARTS LIST FIREPLACE ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS V CD36RN V CD36RP V CD36TN V CD36TP V CD36RN HA V CD36TN HA This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace When ordering parts follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 44 of this manual KEY NO PART NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1 1116108 01 Log Set 1 1 1 116109 01 Burner Base Log 1 1 2 116110 01 Rear Log 1 1 3 111802 05 Right Log 1 1 4 111802 04 Left Top Log 1 2 1115615 01 Burner Assembly Complete 1 See pages 41 an 43 3 114889 01 Junction Box Duplex Plug
36. ace may run for several minutes before the blower turns on After the heater modulates to the pilot position the blow er 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 louvers of the firebox and remove any dust dirt or other obstructions that will hinder the flow of air ELECTRONIC INGNITION FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING A WARNING If you do not fol low these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage per sonal injury or loss of life A This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly B BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance 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 C Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water INSTRUCTIONS 1 STOP Read the safety information abov
37. and logs will produce a paper burning smell and orange flames Openawindow for the first few hours of operation to adequately vent this smell Figure 64 Pilot TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE D 1 Turn off the wall switch 2 Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed 3 Open lower louver panel 4 Turn equipment shutoff valve clockwise to OFF Do not force 5 Close lower louver panel OPTIONAL WIRELESS REMOTE OPERATION Note The WRC receiver and hand held remote control kit must be purchased separately see Accessories page 45 Follow installation in structions included with the remote control 1 Turn equipment shutoff valve to ON posi tion You can now turn the burner on and off with the hand held remote unit IMPORTANT Be sure to press the ON OFF buttons on the hand held remote control unit for up to 3 seconds to assure proper operation 2 Press the ON OFF button to turn the burner on and off IMPORTANT Do not leave the selector switch inthe REMOTE or ON position when the pilot is not lit This will drain the battery OPERATING OPTIONAL GWMT1 WALL MOUNTED THERMOSTAT A WARNING Do not con nect the thermostat to a power source Electrical shock and or a fire hazard will occur Light the fireplace as instructed in Lighting Instructions on page 34 Set wall thermostat to desired temperature This thermostat has been electronically cali brate
38. ate this fireplace with a broken glass door panel or without the glass door panel securely in place For replacement part informa tion see Replacement Parts page 44 AX CAUTION Wear gloves and safety glasses while handling or removing broken glass Do not remove if glass is hot Keep children and pets away from glass WARNING If fireplace has been running turn off and un plug fireplace Let cool before re moving glass door or louvers Removing Lower Louver Access Panel 1 Grasp the lower louver panel and pull up until the hanger brackets release from the door pins see Figure 55 Swing the louver panel out until it clears the fireplace opening Pull the entire panel out until the bottom tabs are free of the slot openings in the lower face frame Lower Louver Access Panel Hanger Bracket Figure 55 Removing Lower Louver Access Panel Removing Top Louver Trim Panel 1 Bracket Door Pin Grasp the two hanger brackets at the bottom and pull up until the hanger brackets release from the door pins see Figure 56 Swing out the bracket ends until the upper panel tabs can be angled out of the slot open ings in the upper face frame Pull the entire louver trim panel out of the face frame Figure 56 Removing Top Louver Trim Panel 116035 01E www desatech com 29 INSTALLATION Continued
39. ation and deter mine the route your horizontal venting will take Do not secure the fireplace until all venting has been installed Some installations require sliding the fireplace in and out of position to make final venting connections Figures 18 through 25 on pages 13 through 16 show different configura tions for venting with horizontal termination that will help you decide which application best suits your installation Check to see if wall studs or roof rafters are in the path of your desired vent ing route If they are you may want to adjust the location of the fireplace 2 Direct vent pipe sections and components are designed with special twist lock connections Twist Lock Procedure The female ends of the pipes have locking lugs indentations These lugs will slide straight into matching slots on the male ends of adjacent pipes Push pipe sec tions together and twist one section clockwise approximately one quarter turn until the sections are fully locked see Figure 11 Note Horizon tal runs of vent must be supported every three feet Use wall straps for this purpose 3 Any straight pipe section a 45 or 90 elbow can be used when first connecting the venting system to the fireplace Elbows are designed to twist lock into any of four 90 positions to direct the venting system to the desired loca tion IMPORTANT Do not attempt to alter the configuration of the elbow by cutting twisting bending etc 4 Assemble the de
40. can be danger ous Inspect the flames after installation to ensure proper installation and performance Figure 68 shows a typical flame pattern If burner flame pattern differs from that de scribed turn fireplace off see To Turn Off Gas to Ap pliance page 32 or 35 depending on model see Troubleshooting page 38 Figure 68 Typical Flame Pattern 36 www desatech com 116035 01E CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING Turn off fireplace and let cool before cleaning CAUTION You must keep control areas burners and circulating air passageways of fireplace clean Inspect these areas of fireplace before each use Have fireplace inspected yearly by a qualified service person Fireplace may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting bedding material pet hair etc GLASS DOOR WARNING Handle glass door panel with care Do not strike slam or otherwise abuse glass Do not operate fireplace with the glass door unlatched removed cracked or broken AX 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 periodically During start up itis 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
41. ch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Fol low the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Frequentoutageofmainburner 1 Pilot flame may be too low 1 Clean and adjust pilot flame for and pilot after complete ignition to sense flame causing igni sequence tion module to shut down 2 Improper venting exces sive blockage or high wind conditions Overdrafting of straight no offset vertical vent systems over 15 feet in maximum flame across sensor rod Have vent system inspected includ ing the termination cap Remove any restriction or obstruction Add restrictor plate model VR 58 in straight vertical systems over 15 feet if not previously installed height Fireplace produces a clicking 1 Metal expanding while heat ticking noise just after burner ing or contracting while is lit or shut off cooling _ This is common with most fireplac es If noise is excessive contact qualified service person Slight smoke or odor during 1 Residues from manufacturing initial operation processes and logs curing Problem will stop after a few hours of operation Gas odor even when control 1 Gas leak See Warning Locate and correct all leaks see Checking Gas Connections page 28 Replace gas conrol val
42. d Before attaching the vent cap to exterior wall run a bead of non hardening mastic pliable sealant around the outside edges to make a seal between it and the outside wall Note The four wood screws provided should be replaced with appropriate fasteners for stucco brick concrete or other types of sidings see Figure 13 Combustible Exterior Wall For vinyl siding stucco or wood exteriors a siding standoff may be installed between the vent cap and exterior wall The siding standoff prevents excessive heat from damaging the siding materials Siding material must be cut to accommodate standoff Bolt the vent cap to the standoff Apply non hardening mastic around outside edge of standoff Position the standoff cap assembly in the center of the 10 3 4 square hole and attach to exterior wall with wood screws provided see Figure 14 The siding standoff must sit flush against the exterior fascia material 7 Combustible Exterior Wall Only Fit the outer and inner wall firestop into the wall before connecting horizontal run to vent cap see Figure 15 Wood Screw Figure 13 Installing Horizontal Vent Cap Noncombustible Exterior 8 Carefully move fireplace with vent assembly attached toward wall and insert vent pipe into horizontal termination The pipe overlap should be a minimum of 17 2 9 Combustible Exterior Wall Only Slide wall firestop against interior wall surface and attach with screws provided see Figure
43. d at the factory and requires no adjust ment or leveling Upon installation the thermostat must be al lowed to stabilize at room temperature for a minimum of 30 minutes for proper operation To turn the fireplace off adjust thermostat to the lowest setting and turn the gas control knob back to PILOT The pilot will remain lit IMPORTANT To turn the pilot off turn the gas control knob on the heater to the OFF position OPERATING OPTIONAL BLOWER ACCESSORY Locate the blower controls by opening the lower louver panel on the fireplace Blower controls are located on the right side of the switch bracket to the left just inside the louver panel The BK manual blower and the BKT thermo statically 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 116035 01E www desatech com 35 OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued Note for BKT Only If you are using BKT blower with optional thermostat wall mounted or remote control for the fireplace your fire place and blower will not turn on and off at the same time The fireplace may run for several minutes before the blower turns on After the heater modulates to the pilot position the blow er 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 louvers
44. e 2 Turn off all electrical power to the fireplace 3 Turn wall switch to the OFF position 4 Openlower louver panel 5 Turn equipment shutoff valve clockwise to the OFF position see Figure 63 Do not force Equipment Adjustment Shutoff Valve ScrewN Figure 63 Turning Equipment Shutoff Valve to the OFF Position 34 www desatech com 116035 01E OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued 6 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 infor mation above If you don t smell gas go to the next step 7 Turn equipment shutoff valve counterclock wise to the ON position Do not force 8 Close lower louver panel 9 Turn on all electric power to the fireplace 10 Turn the wall switch to the ON position 11 Visually locate the pilot The ignitor should begin to spark and the main burner should ignite once flame appears at pilot If lighting the appliance for the first time each season it may take several attemps before the supply gas can reach the pilot and main burner If the appliance will not stay lit after sev eral attempts follow the instructions To Turn Off Gas To Appliance below and call your service technician or gas supplier NOTICE During initial operation of a new heater the burning of residues from the manufacturing process of the firebox
45. e terminals are securely at tached to terminals on blower motor and that the screw retaining the green ground wire is tight 5 Mount speed control box by placing plastic control shaft through opening in switch bracket see Figure 36 or ignition module bracket see Figure 37 6 While supporting speed control secure control shaft with lock nut by pushing and tuming lock nut with pliers clockwise until it is tight against front panel Place control knob provided on shaft 7 Turn on power to duplex outlet if previously turned off per the warning in above 8 Plug in blower power cord a If your firebox is installed as a free standing unit with an accessory mantel determine whether the power cord will exit the left side or the right side of the firebox Route power cord through exit hole and plug the power cord into a wall receptacle near the firebox b If your firebox installation is recessed and or pre wired plug the power cord into the duplex outlet provided Refer to your firebox owner s manual for instruc tions on wiring the duplex outlet AX CAUTION Never touch the blower wheel while in operation 9 Check to make sure that the power cord is com pletely clear of the blower wheel and that there are no other foreign objects in blower wheel Turn blower on and check for operation Turn blower off by turning knob fully counterclock wise before continuing 10 Peel off the backing paper and stick the sup pl
46. ection Phillips Screw Thermal Switch Ring Terminal on Green Wire Air Flow Direction Magnets Thermodisc Blower Location Route BKT Blower Through This Area Side View Firebox Bottom Figure 39 Blower Model BKT 2 Connect wire harness and power cord ter minals Connect the blue jumper wire to the blower motor terminal and the right side ter minal of the thermal switch Connect the black wire to the left side of the thermal switch and the white wire to the other remaining blower motor terminal Note The power cord outer insulation sleeve may have to be stripped slightly to allow enough wire length to reach and make all connections DO NOT trim excessive length away Just enable enough to make all connections securely 3 Place the blower against the lower rear wall of the firebox outer wrapper with the exhaust port directed upward and the thermodisc positioned up near the fireplace bottom The thermodisc must be oriented near the fireplace bottom as shown in Figure 39 in order to sense temperature and properly operate The blower will be held in position against the back wall by the magnets incorporated onto the blower housing see Figure 39 4 Becertain that all wire terminals are securely at tached to terminals on blower motor and thermal switch and that the screw for the thermodisc bracket and green ground wire is tight 5 Mount speed control box by placing plastic
47. ed with the appliance or you can purchase it from your retailer 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 Openlower louver door panel by gently pull ing forward 2 Route flexible gas line provided by installer from equipment shutoff valve to fireplace Route flexible gas supply line through one of the access holes on side of fireplace we Attach flexible gas line from gas supply to control valve see Figure 51 page 28 4 Check all gas connections for leaks See Checking Gas Connections page 28 116035 01E www desatech com 27 INSTALLATION Continued To Gas Supply Natural Equipment Shutoff Valve To External Regulator Propane LP Flexible Gas Line Do NOT Kink Control Valve Figure 51 Connecting Flexible Gas Line to Millivolt Valve CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS A WARNING Testall gas piping and connections internal and external to unit for leaks after installing or servicing Correct all leaks at once WARNING Neveruseanopen flame to check for a leak Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid toalljoints Bubblesforming show a leak Correct all leaks at once PRESSURE TESTING GAS SUPPLY PIPING SYSTEM Test Pressures In Excess Of 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Disconnect fireplace and its individual equip ment shutoff valve
48. el V CD36R with Vertical Round High Wind Termination Note Install a VR 58 vertical Sy restrictor ring into inner pipe section prior to Os attaching vent termination 4 cap Venting with Two 90 Elbows Vertical Horizontal Vertical V Horizontal H H Vertical V Horizontal H 8 Min 2 Max 12 Min 8 8 Min 2 14 Min 11 8 Min 2 16 Min 14 Max 8 Min 2 Max 18 Min 17 Max 8 Min 2 Max 20 Min 20 Max 8 Min 2 40 Min 20 Max Note Vertical V Vertical V 40 Max Max Horizontal Above 20 Vertical 20 Figure 29 Vertical Venting Configuration using Three 90 Elbows Model V CD36R with Vertical Round High Wind Termination 18 www desatech com 116035 01E VENTING INSTALLATION Venting with Two 90 Elbows Vertical V Horizontal H INSTRUCTIONS pens B Continued 2 9 Min 8 Max Vertical Termination Configurations for 10 Min 10 Max Top Vent 12 Min 14 Max Figures 30 and 33 show four different configura c 14 Min 18 Max tions for vertical termination 40 Min 20 Max VERTICAL VENT INSTALLATIONS USING 90 Elbow Note Install a MULTIPLE 90 ELBOWS V CD36T TOP VR 58 vertical VENT restrictor ring YA E into inner pipe section prior to attaching vent termination cap Note Install a VR 58 vertical e restrictor ring into inner pipe lt gt section prior to attaching vent termi
49. epartment at 1 866 672 6040 When calling DESA have ready your name your address model and serial numbers 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 part to the factory PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized retailers of this product If they can not supply original replacement part s call DESA at 1 866 672 6040 for referral infor mation When calling DESA have ready model number of your fireplace the replacement part number 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 LP units only You may feel your gas pressure is too low If so contact your local gas supplier TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about installation operation or troubleshooting If so contact DESA s Customer Service Department at 1 866 672 6040 When calling please have your model and serial numbers of your heater ready You canalso visit DESA s technical service website at www desatech com SPECIFICATIONS V CD36RN and V CD36TN Rating 15 000 21 000 Btu hr Gas Type Natural Gas Only Ignition Millivolt e Manifold Pressure below 2000 ft elevation 3 5 w c 0 87 kPa above 2000 ft elev 3 8 0 94 kPa Orifice
50. from gas supply piping system Pressures in excess of 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa will damage fireplace gas regulator 2 Capoffopenend of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve was connected 3 Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane LP supply tank valve for propane LP gas fireplace or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas fireplace or using compressed air 4 Check all joints of gas supply piping system Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once 5 Reconnect fireplace and equipment shutoff valve to gas supply Check reconnected fittings for leaks Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Close equipment shutoff valve see Figure 52 2 Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane LP supply tank valve for propane LP 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 LP supply tank or gas meter to equipment shutoff valve see Figure 53 for propane LP or Figure 54 for natural gas Apply noncorrosive leak detec tion fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Equipment if Closed Figure 52 Equipment Shutoff Valve Equipment Shutoff Valve Propane LP Supply Tank J t if
51. h com 116035 01E ACCESSORIES NOTE All accessories not be available for allfireplace models Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local retailer If they can not supply these accessories call DESA s Sales Department at 1 866 672 6040 for information You can also write to the address listed on the back of this manual PROPANE NATURAL GAS CONVERSION KIT NOT SHOWN Note Not Intended For Use With High Altitude Models V CD36RN HA or V CD36TN HA PCDM 36RT Propane LP Gas Conversion Kit Millivolt Models NCDM 36RT Natural Gas Conversion Kit Mil livolt Models PCDE 36RT Propane LP Gas Conversion Kit Electronic Models NCDE 36RT Natural Gas Conversion Kit Electronic Models LOUVER TRIM KITS ROLLED LOUVERS ONLY LTC36B Rolled Louver Trim Kit Brushed Brass LTC36P Rolled Louver Trim Kit Platinum REMOTE CONTROL KIT WRC SERIES NOT SHOWN Standard ON OFF electronic remote control kit WALL MOUNTED THERMOSTAT CONTROL CONTROL KIT GWMT1 NOT SHOWN Allows easy wall access for thermostatic operation of your fireplace WALL MOUNTED ON OFF SWITCH GWMS2 NOT SHOWN Allows burner system to be turned on and off with a wall switch MANUAL BLOWER KIT BK Manual variable control blower accessory provides better heat distribution Complete installation and operating instructions in cluded in this manual THERMOSTATICALLY CONTROLLED BLOWER KIT BK
52. h your local gas company for proper derate procedure and orifice size When installing this fireplace in Canada at an elevation above 4500 feet 1372 m Check with local or provincial code authorities Consult your local gas company to help determine the proper orifice for your location For assistance with any high altitude installation contact DESA s Customer Service Department at 1 866 672 6040 CHECK GAS TYPE Use proper gas type for the fireplace unit you are installing If your gas supply is not correct do not install fireplace See retailer where you purchased the fireplace for proper fireplace according to your gas type or to purchase gas conversion kit see Accessories page 45 INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION A WARNING A qualified service person must connect fireplace to gas supply Follow all local codes CAUTION For propane LP units never connect fireplace di rectly to the propane LP supply This heater requires an external regulator not supplied Install the external regulator between the fireplace and propane LP supply Installation Items Needed Before installing fireplace make sure you have the items listed below e external regulator supplied by installer e piping check local codes e sealant resistant to propane LP gas equipment shutoff valve test gauge connection sediment trap joint pipe wrench approved flexible gas li
53. heat source 6 www desatech com 116035 01E PRE INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued FRAMING AND FINISHING Figure 5 shows typical framing of this fireplace Figure 6 shows framing for corner installation All minimum clearances must be met For overall unit dimensions framing allowances and vent collar locations see Unit Dimensions Figure 9 page 8 For available accessories for this fireplace see Accessories on page 45 If you are using a separate combustible mantel piece refer to Figure 7 and Figure 8 page 8 for proper height and clearances You can install noncombustible mantels at any height above the fireplace Note Noncombustible mantels may discolor 24 Vertical Double Stud J QU 914 mm lt lt 36 1 4 E 921 mm _ 14 RA mm Figure 5 Framing Clearances for Installation Against an Exterior Wall 2 63 mm T MIN 1 26 mm THESE DIMENSIONS ALLOW FOR 1 OF CLEARANCE AT THE SIDES AND BACK OF THE FIREPLACE HOWEVER 0 CLEARANCE IS ALSO PERMITTED ALL SIDES WHEN FRAMED 6 168 mm TOCENTER OF REAR VENT PUE 1 21 533 VENT 143 875 mm TO NAILING M FLANGES 127 1 311 mm TO OPENING L 56 1441 28 727 Figure 6 Framing Clearances for Corner Installation MANTEL CLEARANCES Figure 7 shows projected mantel depths at various heig
54. home for an extended period of time or as a child safety feature to prevent accidental ignition of the fireplace the receiver ON OFF REMOTE switch should be in the OFF position Auto Shutoff Feature If the average room temperature exceeds 82 degrees Fahrenheit 28 degrees Centi grade the hand held remote control will perform a safety override and shut the fireplace off This feature is not available in the MANU mode 2 The receiver continuously receives signals from the hand held remote to control the room temperature If the hand held remote is misplaced obstructed or for any reason cannot transmit to the receiver the receiver will shut off the fireplace after 8 minutes T Key Pad Lock Feature This feature allows the user to lock unlock the keypad on the hand held remote in the MANU or AUTO mode to prevent inadvertent operation i e children operating the hand held remote control etc The keypad is locked in either on or off Press the POWER and LOCK buttons together to turn the unit on or off Digital Display Shows Temperature and Settings Locks gt Turns System to Hand Held Prevent Remote On Accidental or Off and Ignition m Allows You to Choose Turns the Manual Burners Setting On or E EM Selects Increases o AUTO 2 Mode Room A in Mode AUTO Mode Button Figure 63 Thermostat Hand Held Remote Control Unit HRC200 116035 01E www desatech com 33 OPERATING FIREP
55. hts above the top of the louver opening Figure 8 page 8 shows the minimum allowable distances from various mantel components in relation to the both sides of the fireplace opening A WARNING When finishing appliance do not overlap com bustible materials onto the black front face Brick tile or other non combustible materials may be applied to the face provided that any fireplace openings are not blocked and gaps in the material used and the face are sealed with a non combustible caulking AA Mantel from Top of Louver Ref Mantel Depth Ref Opening 1 16 406mm A 14 356 mm 2 14 356mm A 12 305 mm 3 12 305mm B 10 254 mm 4 10 254mm 8 203 mm 5 8 203 mm D 6 152 mm 6 4 101 mm 4 101 mm 7 2 51 mm G 2 51 mm Figure 7 Clearances for Combustible Mantels 116035 01E www desatech com T PRE INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued Outer Surround Combustible Material May Be Used SRT ERIS 777 77 L 152 mm 51 140 mm 33 4 l x 95 mm 4 H H Perpendicular To Fireplace 12 Side Wall Opening 305 mm Figure 8 Side Clearances for Combustible Materials 1 14 375 7 hs 194 mm TO NAILING TO CENTER OF FLANGES 8 TOP VENT Y 965 mm
56. ic 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 D Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water place about a single layer along the full length of the ember tray to hide the bottom edge of the base log see Figure 59 6 Replace the glass door and louver panels See Removing Replacing Glass Door page 29 INSTRUCTIONS 1 STOP Read the safety information above 2 Open lower louver panel 3 Turn off all electric power to the fire place 4 Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to OFF see Figure 60 5 Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information above If you don t smell gas go to the next step The pilot is located by the main burner and should not require accessing for lighting 7 Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to Figure 59 Applying Ember Materia
57. ied wiring diagram decal on the firebox bot tom approximately 12 in front of the blower see Figure 38 page 23 Lower Firebox Cavity Side View Blower Location Spade Terminals Aine Strips Green Ground Wire D Exhaust Po Figure 35 Blower Model BK Screw Switch Bracket Speed Control Control Shaft Duplex Outlet Located underneath firebox floor against lower right outside wall E Locknut Control Knob Figure 36 Attaching Speed Control to Firebox Millivolt Models Duplex Outlet Control nob Ignition Locknut Module a Bracket Figure 37 Attaching Speed Control to Firebox Electronic Models 22 www desatech com 116035 01E INSTALLATION Continued Wiring Diagram Decal 6 in Front of Blower Figure 38 Location of Wiring Diagram Decal Model May Vary From Illustration Model BKT Installation Note When installing the BKT thermostati cally controlled blower you must first secure the thermal switch bracket to the blower if it has not already been factory installed 1 Place the green ground wire with ring terminal between the bottom hole on the thermal switch bracket and the top ear hole on the blower as sembly Insert the phillips screw into all three pieces and tighten securely see Figure 39 Power Cord White Wire Blue Wire Magnetic Thermal Switch Bracket Air Flow Dir
58. ion Clearances for Buildings with Combustible and Noncombustible Exteriors Inside Corner Outside Corner Recessed Location A L 6 15 2cm V B 6 15 2cm d Balcony with No Side Wall Combustible amp Noncombustible 24 61cm J 20 50 8cm 12 30 5cm minimum clearance Balcony with Perpendicular Side Wall C Maximum depth of 48 121 9cm for recessed location D Minimum width for back wall of recessed location Combustible 38 965mm Noncombustible 24 61cm E Clearance from corner in recessed location Combustible 6 15 2cm Noncombustible 2 5 1cm Figure 10 Minimum Clearances for Termination Cap 116035 01E www desatech com 9 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE Read these instruc tions completely before at tempting installation These models are tested and approved for use with DESA direct vent pipe components and terminations The venting system must terminate on the outside of the structure and can not be attached to a chimney or flue system serving a separate solid fuel or gas burning appliance A direct vent appliance must have its own venting system DO NOT common vent this appliance These models are approved to be vented either horizontally through an outside wall or vertically through a roof or chase enclosure using the fol lowing When venting system terminate
59. l OPERATING FIREPLACE FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING A WARNING If you do not fol 2 PILOT low these instructions exactly fire or explosion may result Gas Control Variable Piezo Knob Control Knob Ignitor causing property damage per sonal injury or loss of life oe A This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly 5 OJ Figure 60 Control Valve 116035 01E www desatech com 31 OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued 8 Pushin gas control knob all the way and hold Immediately light the pilot by repeatedly de pressing the piezo spark ignitor until a flame appears Continue to hold for about one 1 minute after the pilot is lit Release gas control knob and it will pop back Pilot should remain lit If it goes out repeat steps 5 through 8 If gas control knob does not pop up when released stop and immediately call your service technician or gas supplier If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries turn the gas control knob to OFF and call your service technician or gas supplier 9 Turn on all electric power to fireplace 10 Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to ON 11 This valve is equipped with HI LO fea ture Set fireplace input as desired 12 Close lower louver panel E
60. lace when cleaning is complete Burner and controls should be cleaned with compressed air to remove dust dirt or lint Use a vacuum cleaner or small soft bristled brush to remove excess dust dirt or lint 116035 01E www desatech com 37 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE VENTING SYSTEM Conduct annual inspection of the venting system Continued LOGS following these guidelines 1 Ifyou remove logs for cleaning refer to Install ing Logs Lava Rock and Glowing Embers page 30 to properly replace logs Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any carbon 2 buildup on logs Replace log s if broken See Replacement 3 Parts on page 44 Replace ember material periodically as needed See Replacement Parts on page 44 MILLIVOLT IGNITION Check areas of venting system that are exposed to the weather for corrosion rust spots or streaks and in extreme cases holes Have these items replaced immediately by a qualified service person Remove the vent cap and shine a flashlight into the vent Remove any foreign material Check for evidence of excessive condensation 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 being exposed to cold weather Inspect joints to verify that no pipe section or fitting has been disturbed and loosened Check mechani cal supports such as wall straps for rigidity
61. lly plug the ignition module plug into the receiver unit see Figure 47 3 Activate the remote handset battery by re moving the insulating tab on the back of the handset see Figure 48 page 26 The battery is included pre installed Remote Control Receiver Fireplace Receptacle a Extension d Ql Ignition Module Plug Figure 47 Connecting WRC Remote Control Electronic 116035 01E www desatech com 25 INSTALLATION Continued 4 Once the battery is activated the unit is ready to use 5 Replace the bottom louver panel S gt Battery Cover 12 Volt Battery Back of Handset Back of Handset Figure 48 Installing Battery Into Handset WRC HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION Your DESA direct vent fireplace has been tested and approved in the USA for elevations from 0 2000 feet 610 m and in Canada at elevations from 0 4500 feet 1372 m High altitude models as indicated by the letter suf fix HA are equipped with specific gas controls for installation above 4000 feet IMPORTANT Fireplaces when factory equipped for use at high altitude can not be converted for use with Pro pane LP gas When installing a non high altitude fireplace at an elevation above 2000 feet 610 m in the USA you may need to decrease the input rating by changing the existing burner orifice to a smaller size Reduce input 4 for each 1000 feet 305 m above sea level Check wit
62. nation cap Figure 31 Vertical Venting Configuration Using Two 90 Elbows Model V CD36T with Vertical Round High Wind Termination Elbow Se oD Venting with Two 90 H Elbows Vertical Horizontal v H 8 Min 9 Max 9 Min 11 10 Min 13 Max 12 Min 17 Max lt gt 14 Min 20 Note Install VR 58 vertical restrictor ring into inner pipe section prior to attaching vent Venting with Three 90 Elbows Horizontal H Vertical V Horizontal H 8 Min 5 Max 10 8 oor 12 Min 11 Max 14 Min 14 Max 16 Min 17 Max 18 Min 20 Max 40 Min 20 Max Figure 30 Vertical Venting Note Vertical V Vertical V 40 Max Configuration using Three 90 Elbows Max Horizontal Above 14 Vertical 20 Model V CD36T with Vertical Round High Wind Termination Figure 32 Vertical Venting Configuration Using Two 90 Elbows Model V CD36T with Vertical Round High Wind Termination 116035 01E www desatech com 19 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Note Install a lt gt VR 58 vertical restrictor ring ND into inner pipe section prior to attaching vent termination cap WS 5 8 X Note Install an OSR58 30 30 offset return with WS 58 wall strap supports as necessary to maintain 1 Clearance to all horizontal wood frame members Vertical Venting V 40 Max
63. nd let cool before servicing installing or repairing Only a qualified service person should install service or repair this fireplace Have fireplace inspected annually by a qualified service person You must keep control compartments burn ers and circulating air passages clean More frequent cleaning may be needed due to ex cessive lint and dust from carpeting bedding material etc Turn off the gas valve and pilot light before cleaning fireplace Have venting system inspected annually by a qualified service person If needed have vent ing system cleaned or repaired See Cleaning and Maintenance page 37 10 11 12 Louver Panel Do not use any solid fuels wood coal paper cardboard etc in this fireplace Use only the gas type indicated on fireplace nameplate This appliance when installed must be elec trically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA 22 1 Do not use fireplace if any part has been posed to or under water Immediately call a qualified service person to arrange for replace ment of the unit Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken Do not operate fireplace with glass door removed cracked or broken Provide adequate clearances around air openings PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Rear Vent Flue Collar Top Vent Flue Collar Door
64. ne with gas connector if allowed by local codes A CSA design certified equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap is an acceptable alterna tive to test gauge connection Purchase the CSA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your retailer For propane LP connection only the installer must supply an external regulator 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 incoming gas pres sure fireplace regulator damage could occur Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 49 page 27 Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet 26 www desatech com 116035 01E INSTALLATION Continued 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 volume will occur Installation must include an 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 50 IMPORTANT Install main gas valve equipment shutoff valve in an accessible location The main gas valve is for turning on or shutting off the gas to the appliance Check y
65. on the glass due to paint curing The glass should be cleaned several times with a non ammonia nonabrasive household cleaner and warm water after the first two weeks of operation Thereafter clean the glass two or three times during each heating season depending on the usage and circumstances present Refer to Remov ing Replacing Glass Door page 29 of this manual when removing glass door for cleaning WARNING Only parts sup plied by the manufacturer should be used when replacing broken or damaged glass door panel see Replacement Parts page 44 This glass door panel is a complete unit No substitute materials may be used CAUTION Wear gloves and safety glasses while handling or removing broken glass Do not re move if glass is hot Keep children and pets away from glass If glass has been broken carefully remove glass door see Removing Replacing Glass Door page 29 Vacuum all glass pieces with a shop vac A CAUTION Do not vacuum if pieces are hot Use only the tempered glass door replacement intended for this fireplace see Replacement Parts page 44 for detail on ordering No substitutions may be made See Removing Replacing Glass Door page 29 for instructions for replacing glass door WARNING Do not operate fireplace with the glass door unlatched removed cracked or broken PILOT AND BURNERS Remove ember material before cleaning burners and rep
66. or Corner Installation Model V CD36R Exterior 90 Wall Portion of Wall Firestop Round Only Elbow Firestop Q Horizontal Round Termination Figure 20 Horizontal Termination Configuration Round Termination Model V CD36T GROUND FLOOR INSTALLATION Recommended Applications for Rear Vent Model V CD36T Installation using cabinet surrounds Through the wall using round or square termination up to 24 horizontal pipe Corner installation Using one 90 elbow and a maximum of 24 of horizontal pipe Straight nation Adjustable 90 ermination Pipe 24 Max Elbow d Wall V Firestop on H Corner Installation Vertical V Horizontal H 45 1 2 Min 32 1 2 Max Figure 21 Horizontal Termination Configuration For Corner Installation Using One 90 Elbow Model V CD36T Not to Exceed o H Limits SUP Elbow Square Termination As Required for V See Chart for Pipe Section Su Required xo T Required Vertical V Allowable Vertical V Vertical Pipe Horizontal H 45 1 2 None 26 Max 57 1 4 Min 1ft 30 Max 69 7 4 Min 2 ft 74 Max 81 1 2 Min 3 ft 98 Max 94 Min 4 ft 122 Max 106 Min 5 ft 146 Max 159 Min 9 ft 20 Max Figure 22 Horizontal Termination Configuration with Vertical Rise and One 90 Elbow
67. ordance 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 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 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 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 S LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND DESA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN TIAL 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 DESA 2701 Indu
68. ou have gas supply and that equipment shutoff valve is opened Repeat lighting procedure sev eral times to purge all air out of lines If after repeated attempts appliance does not light call for qualified service and repair Remove debris and dirt and inspect and clean any other possible obstructions Contact your gas supplier to check pressure Have a qualified technician replace pilot line Replace control valve Refer to Replacement Parts page 44 Check that main power is on and that wire connections are made correctly to the ignition model see Wiring Diagram page 24 Check for 24 VAC at the secondary side of the transformer If 24 VAC is pres ent and the module does not operate have the module replaced otherwise have the transformer replaced Pilot will not stay lit Loose wiring on ignitor wire to ignition module and or poor ground to ignition module Pilot flame too low to sense i Check wiring connection Refer to wiring diagram see Wiring Diagram page 24 and or check ground wire to ignition module Clean and adjust pilot burner and check gas supply and inlet pressure to unit Note Have a qualified technician replace pilot assembly if broken or corroded 42 www desatech com 116035 01E TROUBLESHOOTING Continued A WARNING If you smell gas Shut off gas supply Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical swit
69. our building codes for any special re quirements for locating equipment shutoff valve to fireplaces 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 WARNING Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant to liquid petroleum LP gas Propane LP Supply Tank External Regulator Vent Pointing Down Figure 49 External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down Propane LP Only We recommend that you install a sediment trap drip leg in supply line as shown in Figure 50 Lo cate sediment trap drip leg where it is within reach for cleaning Install in piping system between fuel supply and fireplace Locate sediment trap drip leg where trapped matter is not likely to freeze A sedi ment trap traps moisture and contaminants This keeps them from going into fireplace gas controls If sediment trap drip leg is not installed or is in stalled wrong fireplace may not run properly CSA Design Certified Equipment Shutoff Valve with 1 8 NPT Tap Natural From Gas Meter 5 5 W C to 10 5 W C Pressure Propane LP From Approved External Regulator Flexible 11 W C to 14 Gas Line W C Pressure 3 Minimum Cap Pipe Tee Joint Nipple Sediment Drip Leg Figure 50 Gas Connection The CSA design certified equipment shutoff valve may be suppli
70. pliance Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn paper or other flam mable material This fireplace reaches high tem peratures Keep children and adults away from hot surface to avoid burns or clothing ignition Fireplace willremain hotforatime after shutdown Allow surface to cool before touching 116035 01E www desatech com SAFETY INFORMATION Continued Carefully supervise young chil dren when they are in the room with fireplace Keep the area around your fireplace clear of combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapor or liquids Do not run fireplace where these are used or stored For propane LP fireplace do not place pro pane LP supply tank s inside any structure Locate propane LP supply tank s outdoors To prevent performance problems do not use propane LP fuel tank of less than 100 lbs 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 e 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 in windy or drafty areas where curtains or other combustible flammable objects can make contact with the fireplace front in high traffic areas Turn fireplace off a
71. rebox bot tom approximately 12 in front of the blower see Figure 38 page 23 WIRING DIAGRAMS A CAUTION Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dan gerous operation Verify proper operation after servicing Variable Fan Switch Fan Switch N O Off 110 115 V A C Blue Black Blower White Motor Figure 40 Blower Wiring Diagram for Thermostat Controlled Models IGNITOR THERMOPILE REPLACE FACTORY WIRING WITH 105 C EQUIVALENT OR HIGHER RATING EXTERNAL WIRING USE ONLY CLASS 2 THERMOSTAT WIRE 18 GA REDWHITE PILOT GAS LINE DO NOT CONNECT RED TO 120V PILOT SAFETY VALVE WHITE j y rSAERSI T r r INCOMING MAIN GAS SUPPLY C WALL SWITCH Figure 41 Millivolt Ignition Wiring Diagram GAS VALVE Pilot A Bumer Ps IGNITOR LEAD ORANGE a ED TRANSFORMER WHITE A m T nouno OWA VE g0Z01S17300W STOHINOO MALINAS 4 120 Figure 42 Electronic Ignition Wiring Diagram INSTALLING OPTIONAL WALL MOUNT SWITCH GWMS2 1 4 Connect one terminal of 25 ft wire for the wall s
72. rs Figure 2 shows some common locations Be aware of all restrictions and precautions before deciding the exact location for your fireplace and termination cap When deciding the location of your fireplace follow these rules Donotconnect this fireplace venting to a chim ney flue serving a separate solid fuel burning fireplace or appliance Due to high temperatures do not locate this fireplace in high traffic areas windy or drafty areas or near furniture or draperies Proper clearances must be maintained f your fireplace is to be installed directly 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 page 6 e Your fireplace is designed to be used in zero clear ance installations Wall or framing material can be placed directly against any exterior surface on the back sides or top of your fireplace except where standoff spacers are integrally attached If standoff spacers are attached to your fireplace these spac ers can be placed directly against wall or framing material See framing details on page 7 rer has Flush with Corner a wall installation Through exterior wall enclosed in a chase EE PI EE ES Figure 2 Common Fireplace Locations 116035 01E www desatech com 5 P
73. rtical rise requirements for a horizontal system sing two 90 elbows using WO elbows 90 di 1 90 Cad RS Venting with Two 90 Elbows Horizontal H Vertical V Horizontal H 7 Min 10 Max 8 Min 12 Max 9 Min 14 Max 10 Min 16 Max 11 Min 18 Max 13 Min 20 Max Figure 24 Horizontal Termination Configuration For Venting Using Two 90 Elbows Model V CD36T 116035 01E www desatech com 15 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Venting with Two 90 Elbows Horizontal H Vertical V Horizontal H Horizontal H 5 Min 2 Max 6 Max 6 Min 3 Max 8 Max 7 Min 4 Max 10 Max 8 Min 5 Max 12 Max 12 Min 8 Max 20 Max 20 Min 8 Max 20 Max 90 Figure 25 Horizontal Termination Configuration for Venting Using Three 90 Elbows Model V CD36T INSTALLATION FOR VERTICAL TERMINATION Note Vertical restrictor must be installed in all vertical installations p Determine the route your vertical venting will take If ceiling joists roof rafters or other framing will obstruct the venting system consider an offset see Figure 26 to avoid cut ting load bearing members Note Pay special attention to these installation instructions for required clearances air space to combustibles when passing through ceilings walls roofs enclosures attic rafters etc Do not pack air spaces with insulation Also note maximum vertical rise of the ven
74. s Round Termination Wall Firestop 45 Elbow High Wind Round Horizontal Termination Kit Galv HTS 58 Horizontal Square Termination Galv HTKS 58 Horizontal Square Termination Kit Includes Square Termination Wall Firestop 45 Elbow VT 58 Vertical Round Termination Galv ST 58 14 14 Snorkel Termination Galv ST 58 36 36 Snorkel Termination Galv VKB 58 VKS 58 VKR 58 VKC 58 HHT 58 SC 58 Storm Collar Galv WF 58 Wall Firestop Galv RF 58 6 Roof Flashing 0 to 6 12 Pitch Galv RF 58 12 Roof Flashing 6 12 to 12 12 Pitch Galv VR 58 Vertical Restrictor Galv S 58 Vinyl Siding Standoff Galv WS 58 Wall Strap CS 58 Cathedral Ceiling Support FP 58 Firestop Plate SF 58 Stucco Flashing For use with HTS 58 RF 58 Flat Roof Flashing OSR58 30 30 Offset Return 20 www desatech com 116035 01E ELECTRICAL SUPPLY CONNECTION FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AX CAUTION Disconnect the electrical power to the supply circuit before attempting to con nect or service this appliance WARNING This appliance when installed must be electri cally grounded in accordance with local code or in the ab sence of local code with the Swing the junction box out and slip retaining flange out through the slot in outer cabinet Remove two screws and outer cover on the left side of the outer cabinet Reinsert junction box retaining flange through slot now on the left side and swing screw
75. s horizontally on an outside wall you may install a standoff if the termination cap is to be installed directly on a combustible finish such as vinyl wood stucco etc Never run the vent downward as this may cause excessive temperatures which could cause a fire Vent pipe air space clearances to combustibles are 1 on all sides except on the horizontal sections which requires 2 clearance from the top of the pipe Where the termination cap penetrates a combustible wall 1 air space clearance is required Have fireplace and selected vent components on hand to help determine the exact measurements when elbowing or offsetting Always use wall firestops when penetrating walls and firestops when penetrating ceilings or attic spaces Install horizontal venting with a 1 4 rise for every 12 of run toward the termination A 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 IMPORTANT Do not seal vent cap to pipe Cap must be removable for servicing NOTICE Failure to follow these in structions will void the warranty NOTICE Do not seal termination cap to vent pipe Cap must be removable for vent inspection and maintenance INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection Use extreme caution when using ladders or when on roof tops Be aware of electrical
76. sired combination of pipe and elbows to the fireplace flue collar If there are long portions of venting run pre assembled pipe sections may be installed as subassem blies for convenience 5 Carefully determine the location where the vent pipe assembly will penetrate the outside wall The center of the hole should line up with the center line ofthe horizontal vent pipe Mark the wall for a 10 4 x 10 4 square hole Cut and frame the square hole in the exterior wall where the vent will be terminated If the wall being penetrated is constructed of noncombustible material such as masonry block or concrete a 8 2 hole with zero clearance is acceptable see Figure 12 Male s aii Hoa Female Locking Lugs Figure 11 Vent Pipe Connections Vent Opening Combustible Wall L 1034 273 mm 10 3 4 Inside Framing 273 10 3 4 273 Framing Vent Opening Detail Noncombustible Wall 8 1 2 216 mm Center of Hole Figure 12 Vent Opening Requirements 116035 01E www desatech com 11 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued WARNING Do not recess vent termination into any wall This will cause a fire hazard 6 Noncombustible Exterior Wall Position the horizontal vent cap in the center of the 8 1 2 round hole and attach to the exterior wall with four wood screws provide
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78. ting system and any maximum horizontal offset limitations Set the fireplace in desired location Drop a plumb line down from the ceiling to the posi tion 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 ceiling Mark the center point where the vent will penetrate the roof Drill a small locating hole at this point Horizontal Frame Member rmm Roof Flashing WS 58 Wall Wall Strap Strap OSR58 30 30 Offset Return Vertical Header Figure 26 45 and 30 Offset with Wall Strap www desatech com 116035 01E VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Flat Ceiling Installation E Cut a 10 4 square hole in the ceiling using the locating hole as a center point The opening should be framed to 10 4 x 10 273 mm x 273 mm inside dimensions as shown in Figure 12 on page 11 using framing lumber the same size as the ceiling joists If the area above the ceil ing is an insulated ceiling 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 27
79. to LO position and let warm up for a minute 2 Operate burner until air is removed from line Have gas line checked by local propane LP or natural gas company 3 Clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 37 or replace burner orifice Glass soots 1 Flame impingement on logs 2 Debris around burner air mixer 1 Adjust the log set so the flame does not excessively impinge on it 2 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 tick ing noise just after burners are lit or shut off 1 Metal expanding while heating or contracting while cooling 1 This is common If noise is excessive contact qualified service person Remote does not function 1 Battery is not installed or bat tery is power is low 1 Replace 9 volt batteries in receiver and hand held remote control 40 www desatech com 116035 01E Continued TROUBLESHOOTING 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 Fol low the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Fireplace produces unwanted odors Fireplace shuts off in use
80. ts described in Figure 10 on page 8 Note You must increase vent height for steep roof pitches Nearby trees adjoining rooflines steep pitched roofs and other similar factors may cause poor draft or down drafting in high winds Increasing the vent height may solve this problem Twist lock the vent cap onto the last section of vent pipe 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 enclosure with standard construction material Make sure and meet the minimum allowable clearances to combustibles Do not fill any of the required air spaces with insulation 22 A SS SQ 22 If area above is not a room install firestop below framed hole Figure 27 Installing Firestop 116035 01E www desatech com 17 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Vertical Termination Configurations for Rear Vent Figures 28 and 29 show two different configura tions for vertical termination VERTICAL VENT INSTALLATIONS USING MULTIPLE 90 ELBOWS V CD36R REAR VENT 2 di H Note Install a VR 58 vertical restrictor ring into inner pipe section prior to attaching vent termination cap ii V gt 90 Elbow Venting with One 90 Elbow Vertical V Horizontal H 8 Min 2 Max 40 Min 2 Max Figure 28 Vertical Venting Configuration using One 90 Elbow Mod
81. uctions page 31 After lighting let pilot flame burn for about one minute Turn control knob to ON position Adjust flame adjustment knob anywhere be tween HI and LO Slide the selector switch to the REMOTE position see Figure 61 Note The burner may light if hand held remote was on when selector switch was last turned off You can now turn the burner on and off with the hand held remote control unit IMPORTANT Do not leave the selector switch in the REMOTE or ON position when the pilot is not lit This will drain the battery Blower Control Knob Optional Accesso OP y Variable Control Knob PLO A 35 m E 2 Gas Control Knob Selector Switch in in ON Position Remote Position Figure 61 Setting the Selector Switch Gas Control Knob and Variable Control Knob for Remote Operation ON OFF SERIES MODEL HRC100 Hold the control button on the hand held re mote until burner turns on Hold the control button again until burner turns off see Figure 62 page 33 32 www desatech com 116035 01E OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued TO LOCK press both buttons on hand held remote control until light stops flashing Hand held remote control is now locked If the fire is on it will be turned off automatically In the locked state the light will not light up when any button is pressed TO UNLOCK press both buttons together
82. use excessive temperatures which could cause a fire Operation of improperly installed and main tained venting system could resultin serious injury property damage or loss of life Horizontal Termination Configurations Figures 18 through 25 show different configura tions and alternatives for venting with horizontal termination Each figure includes a chart with critical minimum and maximum dimensions which MUST be met IMPORTANT Remember that a horizontal run of venting must have a 1 4 rise for every 12 of run toward the termination GROUND FLOOR INSTALLATION REAR VENT Recommended Applications fo Rear Vent Model V CD36R Installation using cabinet surrounds Through the wall using round or square termi nation up to a maximum of 18 of horizontal pipe Corner installation Using one 45 elbow and a maximum of 18 of horizontal pipe Straight Adjustable Pipe 18 Max Horizontal Square Termination Square Termination Vertical V Horizontal 25 1 2 Min 22 Max Figure 18 Horizontal Termination Configureation for Flush Installation Model V CD36R 116035 01E www desatech com 13 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Straight Adjustable Pipe 18 Max Horizontal Square Termination 45 Elbow Wall Firestop f A Corner Installation Vertical V Horizontal H 25 1 2 Min 24 Max Figure 19 Horizontal Termination Configuration f
83. valve ignition 2 Gas control knob not in PI 2 Turn gas control knob to PILOT LOT position position 3 Gas control knob not pressed 3 Press in gas control knob while in while in PILOT position in PILOT position 4 Air in gas lines when in 4 Continue holding down con stalled trol knob Repeat igniting operation until air is removed 5 Depleted gas supply propane 5 Contact local propane LP gas LP models only company 6 Pilot is clogged 6 Clean pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 37 or re place pilot assembly 7 Gas regulator setting is not 7 Replace gas regulator correct Pilot lights but flame goes out 1 Gas control knob not fully 1 Press in gas control knob when control knob is released pressed in fully 2 Gas control knob not pressed 2 After pilot lights keep gas in long enough control knob pressed in 30 seconds 3 Equipment shutoff valve not 3 Fully open equipment shutoff fully open valve 4 Pilot flame not touching 4 A Contact local natural or thermocouple which allows propane LP gas company thermocouple to cool caus B Clean pilot see Cleaning ing pilot flame to go out This and Maintenance page 37 problem could be caused by or replace pilot assembly one or both of the following A Low gas pressure B Dirty or partially clogged pilot 5 Thermocouple connection 5 Hand tighten until snug then loose at control valve tighten 1 4 turn more 6 Thermocouple damaged 6 Replace pilot assembly 7
84. ve knob is in OFF position statement at top of page 2 Control valve defective Glass soots 1 Flame impingement on logs and burner 2 Gas leak See Warning statement at top of page Adjust the log set that the flame does not excessively impinge on log surfaces Inspect the opening at the base of the burner to see that it is NOT packed with any type of material Dark residue on logs or inside 1 Improper log placement of fireplace 2 Air holes at burner inlet blocked 3 Burner flame holes blocked 4 Improper venting or exces sive blockage 5 Excessive amounts of em bers and pan material Properly locate logs see Install ing Logs Lava Rock and Glowing Embers page 30 Clean out air holes at burner inlets Periodically repeat as needed Remove blockage or replace burner Have the vent system inspected including the termination cap Re move any restrictions or blackage Clear excess embers from around the rear main ports Use a mini mum of one layer of smaller ember peices to acheive the best glowing effect over the visible areas 116035 01E www desatech com 43 REPLACEMENT PARTS Note Use only original replacement parts This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty PARTS UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized retailers of this product If they can not supply original replacement part s call DESA s Customer Service D
85. wiring locations in walls and ceilings The following actions will void the warranty on your venting system Installation of any damaged venting component Unauthorized modification of the venting sys tem Do not cut or alter vent components Installation of any component part not manufactured or approved by DESA Installation other than as instructed by these instructions A WARNING This gas fireplace andventassembly mustbe vented directly to the outside The venting system must NEVER be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel burning appliance Each direct vent gas appliance must use aseparate ventsystem Do not use common vent systems WARNING Vent pipe air spaceclearances to combustibles are 1 on all sides except on the horizontalsections which require 2 clearances from the top of the pipe Where the termination cap penetrates a combustible wall 1 air space clearance is required 0 www desatech com 116035 01E VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued INSTALLATION PLANNING There are two basic types of direct vent in stallation Horizontal Termination Vertical Termination Horizontal Termination Installation IMPORTANT Horizontal square terminations require only inner portion of wall firestop Hori zontal installations using round termination require exterior portion of wall firestop see Figure 20 page 14 1 Set the fireplace its desired loc
86. witch to the TPTH terminal on the valve Con nect remaining wire terminal to the TH terminal on the valve Make sure that the wire terminals are in the positions on the unit as pictured in Figure 43 If wires are not connected as shown the switch will not work Route the 25 ft wire through openings pro vided on the sides of the burner system 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 IMPORTANT Do not use any other wire than that provided with the GWMS2 wall switch kit Do not exceed 15 ft of distance from the valve connection Using wire of higher gage or turns or exceeding the minimum distance will increase resistance at the control valve causing unreliable performance of the fireplace controls To Wall Switch Accessory Figure 43 Connecting Wall Switch to Control Valve 24 www desatech com 116035 01E INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROL FOR MILLIVOLT EGNITION HRC100 AND HRC200 SERIES NOTICE Use only alkaline bat teries not included Installing Remote Receiver 1 Open bottom louver and locate the switch bracket on the right 2 Locate the battery clip mounted on the back of the receiver Slide a 9 volt alkaline battery not included through the clip 3 Attach the terminal wires to the battery see

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