Desa (V)368ST Indoor Fireplace User Manual
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1. sd I I k Doors Fully Closed Firebox Front Firebox Front Doors Fully Opened Figure 31 Bi Fold Glass Doors A firebox equipped with glass doors operates much differently than a firebox with an open front A firebox with glass doors has a limited amount of air for combustion Excessive heat within the firebox can result if too large a fire is built or if combustion air gate is not com pletely open The following tips should be followed to as sure that both the firebox and glass door retain their beauty and function properly Both the flue damper and glass doors must be fully opened before starting fire This will provide sufficient combustion air and maintain safe temperatures in firebox The glass must be allowed to warm slowly and evenly The tempered glass will with stand a gradual temperature rise to 550 F which is more than a normal fire will gen erate Such materials as pitch wax laden logs very dry mill end lumber and large amounts of paper or cardboard boxes Always keep the fire well back from the doors and never allow flames to contact the glass AY WARNING Fireplaces equipped with glass doors should be operated only with doors fully opened or doors fully closed Doors ifleft partly open may draw gas and flame out of the fireplace opening creating2. 12 31 4 cm 6 OD TOP VIEW 8 ID y m 21 15 2 cm 20 3 cm I 640 24 i 61 cm X 91 24 1 cm oa AN 7 rt 61 cm 24 She 19 54 1 cm om 42 48 3 om 108 3 cm 412 1511 11 4 cm 39 4 cm ap 17 he an re 0 cm 43 66 e cm IM vied 3 8 cm 54 137 2 OUTSIDE AIR DUE yy 3 137 2 cm 37 95 3 cm t q s LEFT SIDE 11 VIEW an cm 1044 La 361 26 fom HUS EM 92 7cm FRONT VIEW 30 5 cm Figure 1 Dimensions 55511E www desatech com FIREBOX INSTALLATION SELECTING LOCATION To determine the safest and most efficient location for the firebox you must take into consideration the following guidelines 1 The location must allow for proper clear ances 2 Consider a location where the heat output will not be affected by drafts air condition ing ducts windows or doors 3 A location that avoids the cutting of joists or roof rafters will make installation easier 4 If an outside air kit is to be installed ac cessibility to outside combustion air must be considered This can also be achieved through a vented crawl space in some cases see Optional Outside Air Kit on page 6 5 Do not connect this firebox to a chimney system other than a DESA Heating LLC chimney system 6 Install in an area providing ventilation and adequate combustion air 7 Due to high temperatures do not locate this firebox in high traffic areas or near furniture or d
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4. Pipe with 3 pply to front of firebox When placing facing at p Waterproof upper edge of effective opening of firebox Screws 1 Caulkin pper edg pening ox Sea provide L shaped piece of metal extending Collar Flashing Overlap Shingles Top and Sides of Flashing Base Underlap Shingles Figure 25 Terminations CHASE INSTALLATIONS Instructions for chase installations are included with the chase style termination chosen In a multiple chase installation be sure to provide adequate distance between terminations to prevent smoke spillage from one termination to another Terminations must be separated a minimum of 30 center to cen ter and stacked at a minimum vertical height difference of 18 see Figure 26 Note If a decorative shroud is to be installed contact the manufacturer for specifications full width of opening see Figure 27 Secure with sheet metal screws at a distance high enough from edge so it doesn t interfere with operation of doors This assures that fac ing material will not block openings Noncombustible Facing Material Metal Support Opening Noncombustible Facing Material pos g ET DEV Figure 27 Fireplace Facing Your Fireplace May Vary from Illustration 30 Min gt Figure 26 Multiple Chase Installation 555
5. It is not necessary to add screws to keep the chimney together FIRESTOP SPACERS VFS 8DM 24 PACK Firestop spacers are required at each point WARNING The opening in the collararoundthe chimney atthe top of the firebox must not be obstruct ed Never use blown insulation to fill the chimney enclosure 12 Galvanized Outer Pipe 8 Stainless Hemmed Inner Pipe End Lanced Side Up Figure 13 Pipe Connection LINEAL GAIN PART NO DESCRIPTION GAIN where the chimney penetrates a floor or ceil 368STM See Through 66 1 4 ing joist space Their purpose is to establish a and maintain the required clearance between V368ST See Through 54 the chimney and the combustible materials V 12 8DM Flue Pipe 10 5 3 When penetrating a floor or ceiling at an angle F 5 1 use firestop spacer number V30FS 8DM see dd BUS ibe 19 Replacement and Accessory Parts page 14 V 24 8DM Flue Pipe 23 When the pipe passes through a framed open V 36 8DM Flue Pipe 34 5 g ing into a living space above the firestop must be placed onto the ceiling from below as shown 5y V 48 8DM PUE RIPE 46 le in Figure 14 page 8 When the pipe passes VRTL 8DM Round Top 6 through a framed opening into an attic space VRTTL 8DM Termination above the firestop must be placed on the attic VETL 8M floor as shown in Figure 15 page 8 Econo Top i y VETO 8DM Termination 1 to 12 SUPPORT SECTIONS VETLO 8DM The chimney support section is a 4 str
6. beneath it Doing so may cause smoke spillage and a fire hazard 14 www desatech com A WARNING Risk of fire Replace grate with DESA model 11168 grate only This grate has been designed to keep the operation of your fireplace safe and efficient Never obstruct flow of combustion and ven tilation air Keep front of firebox clear of all obstacles and materials CHIMNEY Have your chimney system cleaned and inspected regularly to ensure safe and ef ficient operation A WARNING Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface tempera tures and to stay away from these to avoid burns or clothingignition Young children should be care fully supervised when they are in the same room as firebox TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about installa tion operation or troubleshooting If so con tact DESA Heating LLC at 1 866 672 6040 When calling please have your model and serial numbers of your heater ready You can also visit DESA Heating LLC s web site at www desatech com REPLACEMENT AND ACCESSORY PARTS Purchase replacement parts or accessories from your local de aler Ifthey can not supply these accessories call DESA Heating LLC at 1 866 672 6040 for referral information You can also write to the address listed on back cover of this manual When you call have your model number and replacement part number ready IMPORTANT Use of any other glass door a
7. or commercial furnace cement Install the gas appliance or cap off gas line if desired Outside of Sid Firaplace ae Firebrick Finished Gas Line Remove gt Side Conduit Knockout 4 5 Dowel Insulation y eee Gas Ss Conduit e Refractory Cover e Knockout i Plug Figure 28 Gas Line Knockout www desatech com A CAUTION All gas piping and connections must be tested for leaks after the installation is completed After ensuring that the gas valve is on apply soap and water solution to all connections and joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME FOR LEAK TESTING AND DO NOT OPER ATE ANY APPLIANCE IF ALEAK IS DETECTED LEAK TESTING SHOULD BE DONE BY A QUALI FIED SERVICE PERSON The gas pipe is intended for connection to an unvented gas log set or a decorative gas appliance If using an unvented gas log set ONLY UNVENTED GAS LOG SETS WHICH HAVE BEEN FOUND TO COMPLY WITH THE STANDARDS FOR UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS ANS IAS AGA Z21 11 2 ARE TO BE INSTALLED IN THIS FIREBOX If installing a decorative gas appliance the decorative gas appliance must comply with the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliances for Installation in Solid Fuel Burning Fire places ANS Z21 60 1996 and shall also be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas code ANS Z223 1 1996 Outside of Side Fireplace JFirebrick
8. 1 14 9 8 34 2 17 l 39 1 4 1 1 21 46 1 2254 48 th 1 2 26 547 1 26 38 60 1 1 31 63 1 1 34 34 69 1 1 38 75 2 39718 777s 1 1 1 43 8412 1 46 5 4 87 3 2 1 48 Is 93 2 Figure 18 Rise and Offset 55511E VENTING INSTALLATION Continued is 6 feet of angled run A maximum of two 6 feet angled run sections per chimney system see Figure 19 RETURN RETURN ELBOW A 6 MAX 15 2cm sn CEILING SUPPORT FIRE OFFSET OFFSET V12S 8DM ELBOW ELBOW RETURN ELBOW RETURN on ELBOW 6 2 E li 2cm A Figure 19 Typical Offset Installations 10 FOOT RULE All chimney terminations must extend a mini mum of 3 feet above the highest point where it passes through the roof and must be at least 2 feet above roof with a 10 foot horizontal span see Figure 20 IMPORTANT If an exposed portion of chim ney is greater than 4 feet above the roof line use support wires to keep chimney secure Support wires may be attached to outer pipe of chimney with screws if screws do not penetrate inner flue pipe 6 MAX 15 2cm OFFSET ELBOW al 10 Or Less Level Of Flue eam Gas Outlet Mi 10 Or Less 2 Min 60 9cm 3 Min 3 048m 91 4cm Figure 20 10 Foot Rule MINIMUM MAXI
9. 11E www desatech com OPTIONAL GAS LINE INSTALLATION WARNING A qualified ser vice person must connect gas supply Follow all local codes NOTICE Before you proceed make sure your gas supply is turned off A gas line may be installed for the purpose of installing a vented or vent free decorative gas appliance available through your local distributor Use only 1 2 black iron pipe and appropriate fittings When installing a gas line a shutoff valve designed for installation outside the appliance is recommended 1 Remove knockout indentation on refrac tory or firebrick wall located approximately 2 above the refractory hearth floor The knockout indentation must be firmly tapped with any solid object such as a 1 2 dowel until it is released Remove fragmented portions of refractory see Figure 28 Remove gas line cover plate located on rear of fireplace and pull out insulation from gas line conduit sleeve Save insula tion for reuse Run 1 2 black iron gas line into the firebox through the rear at 11 1 4 from floor and through gas line conduit sleeve if using a raised platform add height Provide sufficient gas line into firebox chamber for fitting connection see Figure 29 Note Secure incoming gas line to wood framing to provide rigidity for threaded end Repack insulation around gas line and into sleeve opening Seal any gaps between gas line and refractory knockout hole with refractory cement
10. DESA HEARTH PRODUCTS SEE THRU WOOD BURNING FIREBOX OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL US e recommend that our roducts be installed and Models V 368ST V I368ST Fully Insulated SAVE THIS BOOK This book is valuable In addition to instructing you on how to install and maintain your appliance it also contains information that will enable you to obtain re placement parts or accessory items when needed Keep it with your other important papers This fireboxis approved for use as awood burning firebox or for use with a vented gas log approved to ANS Z21 60 221 84 or RGA 2 72 standards or for use with a vent free gas log heater approved to ANS Z21 11 2 standard This woodburning firebox complies with UL127 CAN ULS S610 M87 standard as a FACTORY BUILT APPLIANCE and is listed and tested by Underwriters Laboratory Inc FOR CANADA The authority having jurisdiction such as the municipal building department fire department etc should be contacted before installation to deter mine the need to obtain a permit INSTALLER Leave this manual with the appliance CONSUMER Retain this manual for future reference For more information visit www desatech com A WARNING Improper installation adjustment altera tion service or maintenance can cause injury property damage or loss of life Refer to this manual for assis tance or additional information Consult a qualified installer or local distrib
11. Figure 5 Mantel Clearances to Metal Face FRAMING 1 Frame the opening for the firebox using the dimensions shown in Figures 6 and 7 depending on your installation 2 If firebox is to be installed directly on carpeting tile other than ceramic or any combustible material other than wood flooring firebox must be installed upon a metal or wood panel extending full width and depth of firebox 12 Dia 31 4 cm Outer Pipe 2 5 1 cm Min Clearance From Outer Pipes to Combustibles a 1 2 5 cm Min To Combustibles Y Preta 24 61 cm 12 31 cm na 21 59 16 54 cm 42 la 108 cm Figure 6 Framing Clearances 55511E 3 Set firebox directly in front of opening and slide unit back until nailing flanges touch side framing 4 Check the level of firebox and shim with sheet metal if necessary 5 Before securing firebox to prepared fram ing ember protector provided must be placed between hearth extension not supplied and under bottom front edge of firebox to protect against glowing embers see Figure 8 and Hearth Extensions on page 6 If firebox is to be installed on a raised platform a Z type ember protector not supplied must be fabricated to fit your required platform height see Figure 7 The ember protector should be made of galvanized sheet metal 28 gauge mini mum to prevent corros
12. Gas Incoming een Line 1 2 Black po oe Conduit Iron E e Seal a Opening Repack with E Insulation Refractory Gr Cement Provide Enough Threaded End for Fitting Connection Figure 29 Gas Line Installation 55511E OPTIONAL GAS LINE INSTALLATION Continued WARNING Do not oper ate an unvented gas log set in this firebox with the chimney removed WARNING If the firebox has been used for wood burning the firebox and chimney must be cleaned of soot creosote and ashes by a qualified chimney cleaner Creosote will ignite if heavily heated WARNING When using a decorative vented gas log the damper must be removed or permanently locked in the fully open position and the glass doors must be in the fully open position Note An appropriate DESA Heating LLC hood see Replacement and Accessory Parts page 14 must be installed when using an unvented gas log set OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES GLASS DOORS Bi fold glass doors are optional with this firebox They come in brushed or polished brass To install glass doors refer to installation instructions that are included with kit When firebox is in operation doors must be fully open or fully closed position only or a fire hazard may be created see Figure 30 or 31 sad AE CL cabinet Glass o P Doors i Figure 30 Cabinet Glass Doors
13. MUM CHIMNEY HEIGHT The minimum height of the chimney mea sured from the base of the fireplace to the flue gas outlet end of pipe is 16 feet for a straight 55511E run 16 feet minimum for a run with 1 elbow set and 25 feet minimum for a run with 2 elbow sets A set consists of one starter elbow and one return elbow Uncommon circumstances such as neigh boring hills tall trees or strong wind areas can cause down drafts in chimney system In such cases going beyond the minimum recommended height would be preferable to provide a better draw The fireplace height approved for any chimney run with this fireplace system is 40 feet mea sured from bottom of firebox to flue outlet end of pipe see Figure 21 VRTL 8DM VRTL 8DM VETL 8DM Storm Collar Flashing MINIMUM S MAXIMUM HEIGHT CHASE TERMINATION 40 FT 12m Firestop Spacer c Yi A Y Figure 21 Maximum Chimney Height www desatech com 9 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued PENETRATING ROOF To maintain a 1 clearance to pipe on a roof with a pitch a rectangular opening must be cut 1 Determine the center point through which pipe will penetrate roof 2 Determine center point of roof Pitch is the distance the roof drops over a given span usually 12 A 6 12 pitch means that the roof drops 6 for each 12 one measure horizontally down from roof rafters 3 Use roof opening chart Figure 22 to determin
14. ap 55511E www desatech com T VENTING INSTALLATION Continued SS Existing SOS Celina ID Frame Screws or Staples Min of 8 Figure 14 Firestop Spacer with Living Space Above Ceiling Screws or Staples Firestop 1 17 Min of 8 Spacer Existing Ceiling Frame Figure 15 Firestop Spacer with Attic Space Above Ceiling and 12 length of pipe A chimney support is required every 30 feet above fireplace after a straight chimney run or above a return elbow after a straight chimney run see Figure 16 This support is designed to relieve the extra weight load on firebox and elbows when high chimneys are installed ELBOW OFFSET INSTALLATION O E 12S 8DM 30 FT Required Support DI pr NO E 30 FT 9 14m Return Elbow Figure 16 Elbow Offset Chimney weight above offset rests on return elbow Straps must be securely nailed to rafters or joists see Figure 17 To achieve desired offset you may install 8 www desatech com combinations of 12 18 36 and 48 length of double wall pipe see offset chart and Figure 18 Maximum length of pipe between supports 2 5 1cm Minimum e Angled Firestop Ceiling Support Figure 17 Chimney Supports Screws lt A OFFSET RISE CHIMNEY LENGTH A B 48 36 18 12 438 163 9117 254 1 12 30
15. ce Check Local Codes Before Installing in a Vented Crawl Space Figure 12 Outside Air Kit Installation CHIMNEY PIPE The DESA Heating LLC chimney system is a snap lock double wall pipe It consists of a stainless steel inner flue pipe s a galvanized outer pipe and a wire spacer Each section of pipe comes in lengths of 12 18 36 and 48 The actual lineal gain for each is measured after each section is fully connected Lineal gain is the actual measurable length of a part after two or more parts are connected PIPE INSTALLATION The pipe sections must be assembled indepen dently as the chimney is installed When connect ing chimney directly to the firebox the inner flue pipe section must be installed first with the lanced side up The outer pipe section can then be in stalled over the flue pipe section with the hemmed end up Press down on each pipe section until the lances securely engage the hem on the firebox starter The wire will assure the proper spacing between the inner and outer pipe sections Continue to assemble chimney sections as outlined above making sure that both the inner and outer pipe sections are locked together see Figure 13 When installing double wall snap lock chimney together it is important to assure the joint between the chimney sections is locked Check by pulling chimney upward after locking The chimney will not come apart if properly locked
16. e correct opening length and flashing required 4 Remove shingles around opening mea sured Cut out this section 5 Add next sections of pipe until end penetrates roof line Check to see that proper clearances are maintained Extend chimney by adding sections of double wall pipe until pipe is minimum of 30 above highest point of roof cutout Termination and chimney must extend a minimum of 36 above highest point where it passes through the roof see 10 Foot Rule and Figure 20 page 9 19 Min 48 26cm 1 1 l 30 Min 1 76 2cm 1 1 1 RY 5 08cm 5 08cm i i i i i i i i i i se i i ai Min bet 3 Prop 5 08em I 2 Sn paa LI et Al S K i i i Pitch Slope Opening Used Flashing A Max Model No Flat 0 19 V6F 8DM 0 6 12 26 6 23 25 V6F 8DM 6 12 12 12 45 30 75 V12F 8DM Figure 22 Roof Opening Measurements FLASHING INSTALLATION Determine flashing to be used with roof open ing chart Slide flashing over pipe until base is flat against roof Replace as many shingles as needed to cover exposed area and flashing base Secure in position by nailing through shingles see Figure 23 DO NOT NAIL THROUGH FLASHING CONE 2 Min 2 Min Storm NES Overtap ingles Top Flashing and Sides Only Cone f Nail Only Outer Perimeter of Flashing Underlap Shingles at B
17. ilure to do this may cause a fire hazard The DESA Heating LLC warranty will be voided by and DESA Heating LLC dis claims any responsibility for the following actions a Modification of the firebox or any of the components manufactured by DESA Heating LLC unless otherwise permitted by DESA Heating LLC b Use of a firebox insert or any other component part not approved by DESA Heating LLC in combination with a DESA Heating LLC firebox 2 www desatech com c Installation and or operation in a manner other than instructed in this manual d The burning of any other fuel not tested or approved by DESA Heating LLC in this wood burning firebox Proper installation is the most important step in ensuring safe and continuous operation of the fireplace Although grounding may not be required by code in your area it must be electrically grounded in accordance with lo cal codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 1990 This firebox is intended for installation in ac cordance with the National Fire Protection As sociation Standard for Chimneys Fireplaces Vents and Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces NFPA 211 and in accordance with codes such as the BOCA Basic National Code the Standard Mechanical Code and the Uniform Building Code WARNING Do not install a firebox insert in this firebox un less the manufacturer s instruc tions with the insert specifically state th
18. ion 6 Secure firebox to framing at nailing flanges located on sides of firebox see Figure 9 page 6 Z Type Ember Protector Not Supplied Platform Must be Solid Flat and Fully Supported Figure 7 Framing Firebox with Z Type Ember Protectors Protector Typ 2 of 2 Figure 8 Ember Protectors www desatech com 5 FIREBOX INSTALLATION Continued 1 2 1 27 cm Minimum to Combustibles Nailing Flanges Prepared Framing Nails or Screws Figure 9 Nailing Flanges HEARTH EXTENSION A hearth extension projecting a minimum of 16 in front of and a minimum of 8 beyond each side of the firebox opening is required to protect combustible floor construction in front of firebox see Figure 10 Fabricate a hearth extension using a material which meets the following specifications a layer of noncom bustible inorganic material having a thermal conductivity of K 0 84 BTU IN FT HR F or less at 1 thick For example if the material selected has a K factor of 0 25 such as glass fiber the following formula would apply 0 25 x 1 0 0 30 thickness required 0 84 NONCOMBUSTIBLE HEARTH EXTENSION Figure 10 Hearth Extension 6 www desatech com Thermal conductivity K of materials can be obtained from manufacturer or supplier of noncombustible material If hearth extension is to be ra
19. is firebox has been tested for use with the insert This firebox is not intended to be used as a substitute for a furnace to heat an entire home Use for supplemental heat only 55511E SAFETY Continued FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance 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 materials on or near AX WARNING Use solid wood or processed solid fuel fire logs only When processed wood fuel fire logs are used do not poke or stir the logs while they are burn ing Use only fire logs that have been evaluated forthe application in fireplace and refer to fire log warnings and caution markings on packaging prior to use the appliance Never leave children unat tended when a fire is burning in the fireplace WARNING Always leave glass doors fully opened or fully closed when operating fireplace WARNING Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures and to stay away to avoid burns or cloth ing ignition Young children should be carefully supervised when inthe same room as fireplace PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
20. ised a Z type ember protector must be used see Figure 7 page 5 and Figure 11 Noncombustible Hearth P Extension 4 8 Max y 2 Type Ember Protector Noncombustible Hearth Extension K Factor 1 o t Ember Protector 1 1 2 Typ 1 1 2 Typ gt Figure 11 Raised Hearth Extension VENTING INSTALLATION OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT The installation of an outside air kit should be per formed during the rough framing of the firebox due to the nature of it s location Outside combustion air is accessed through and exterior wall or a vented crawl space see Figure 12 page 7 A CAUTION Air inlet ducts must not terminate in attic space The maximum height for the air vent can not exceed 3 feet below the flue gas outlet of the termination Avoid installing outside air eyebrow in areas where inlet opening may be blocked by snow bushes or other obstacles It should also be located beyond the reach of small children For further details on installation of outside air kit please refer to instructions included with air kit For operating instructions please refer to your owner s manual 55511E VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Secure to Collars with Duct Tape or Screws Air Inlet Location Must Allow For Bushes Termination Vent Hood Required for Wall Installation Vented Crawl Spa
21. m Min From Perpendicular Side Wall to Fireplace Opening Typ Figure 3 Firebox Clearances MANTEL CLEARANCES Woodwork such as wood trims mantels or any other combustible material projecting from the front face must not be placed within 9 of firebox effective opening Combustible materials above and projecting more than 1 1 2 from the firebox front face see Figure 4 page 5 must not be placed less than 12 from effective opening of the firebox NFPA STD 211 Sec 7 3 3 3 Mantels or any other combustible material may also come up to the side edge of the black metal face of the firebox only if the projection from the front face falls within limits shown in Figure 5 page 5 55511E FIREBOX INSTALLATION Continued 2 X 4 Stud Drywall Combustible Materials 33 I 0 3 I 6 es TG 15 2 cm EN aur e 12 Min 30 4 cm f 9 Min 22 8 pm Fireplace Side View Front ol L 3 Nom Face 7 6 cm i J 1 1 2 Max Fireplace Front View 3 8 cm Figure 4 Mantel Clearances to Combustible Materials Seal Gaps with Noncombustible Mortar or Adhesive a Fag 2 5 4 Max 6 98 cm Top View of Fireplace Drywall CY CUPEUY EOS CUGCUG LS IRIE RS SLEEK IRIEL 10 1 cm 33 Nom SAFE ZONE 47 E Min ai 6 Nom 15 2 cm Approx Combustible Material Must Not Overlap Black Metal Front Face
22. ottom Figure 23 Flashing Installation STORM COLLAR INSTALLATION Place storm collar over pipe and slide down until it is snug against the open edge of the flashing see Figure 24 Apply waterproof caulking to all seams and notches around storm and also at base around shingles Waterproof Caulk Storm Collar Flashing Figure 24 Storm Collar TERMINATIONS The firebox system must be terminated with the listed round top or chase terminations In any case refer to the installation instructions supplied with the termination Terminations approved for this fireplace are VRTL 8DM and VRTTL 8DM which can be used for flashing or chase and VETO 8DM and VETLO 8DM for chase style termination only Figure 25 page 11 shows a VRTL 8DM round top termination A CAUTION Do not seal open ings on rooftop flashing Follow installation instructions provided with termination being used 10 www desatech com 55511E VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Stainless RTL 8DM Inner Flu j Chase Top FINISHING FIREBOX Installing Firebox Facing Any noncombustible material may be used Screen for facing glass tile brick etc as long as proper clearances are adhered to and firebox 1 Non openings are not obstructed in any way see F com Figure 27 Sn Spacer Ane Use only heat resistant noncombustible mor P tar or adhesive when securing facing material to Outer Appl
23. raperies 8 Provide adequate clearances around air openings into combustion chamber NEVER obstruct front opening of firebox or flow of combustion and ventilation air 9 Do not locate in or near an area where gasoline or other flammable liquids may be stored The firebox area must be kept clear and free from these combustible materials The typical installation for this fireplace is a projected installation which allows you to ex tend the fireplace any distance into the room A projection may be ideal for a new addition on an existing finished wall II Existing VWall 12 30 4 cm to Perpendicular Wall Projected Wall Figure 2 Common Location of Fireplace 4 www desatech com MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES Back and sides of firebox 1 min Adjacent wall 12 min Chimney outer pipe surfaces 2 min Bottom of firebox to floor 0 min AX WARNING Do not block required air spaces with insu lation or any other material Do not obstruct effective open ing of firebox with any type of facing material Combustible material must not be in contact with black front face of firebox The effective opening is considered the opening where actual heat output may occur Spacers on Sides of Fireplace Provide Required 1 2 5cm Clearance 2 5cm Min Clearance From Pipe to Combustibles i ty rey ES L 3 7 6cm 12 30 4c
24. risks of both fire and smoke 55511E www desatech com 13 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES Continued Cleaning Glass Clean glass with any commercial glass cleaner or soap and water Do not use any abrasive material to clean glass Do not clean glass with any cool water if glass is still hot from the fire To remove doors refer to instruc tions included with glass door kit DAMPER MECHANISM The damper control lever is located inside the fire chamber see Figure 32 Make sure lever is cool before handling Pull down to close and push up to open Damper must be open when lighting a fire Not doing so will cause smoke spillage into the room When firebox is not in use close damper to prevent down drafts to enter room OUTSIDE AIR HANDLE PULL TO CLOSE DAMPER CONTROL LEVER PUSH TO OPEN PULL DOWN TO CLOSE PUSH UP TO OPEN Figure 32 Damper Operation OUTSIDE AIR MECHANISM The outside air handle is located at the right hand side of firebox rear refractory see Figure 32 Pull to close push to open Always open mechanism when starting a fire This provides adequate outside combustion air Close mechanism when notin use to prevent cold air from entering room Periodically check your outside air intake vent hood for any possible obstructions such as snow bushes etc GRATE The grate is designed to provide you with the maximum solid fuel capacity Do not overload grate or obstruct required air space
25. ssembly not tested with this fireplace may cause a fire hazard and will void the DESA Heating LLC warranty Note Not all accessories are available for all models 55511E REPLACEMENT AND ACCESSORY PARTS Continued STORM COLLAR V SC1 20 8DM 20 PACK for use with V RTL 8DM V SC2 20 20 PACK for use with V RTT 8DM and V RTTL 8DM FLASHING V 6F 8DM for 0 to 6 12 Roof Pitch V 12F 8DM for 6 12 to 12 12 Roof Pitch V DOUBLE WALL PIPE V 12 8DM V 18 8DM V 24 8DM V 36 8DM V 48 8DM Chimney pipe assembly includes outer and inner pipes and comes with wire spacer Also available in triple wall DOUBLE WALL PIPE SUPPORT ASSEMBLY V 12S 8DM Also available in triple wall DOUBLE WALL 30 ELBOW OFFSET V 30E 8DM Also available in triple wall FIRESTOP SPACER V FS 8DM for Straight Pipe 24 Pack ECONO TOP TERMINATION V ETL 8DM V ETLO 8DM 55511E ROUND TOP TERMINATION C V RTL 8DM V RTTL 8DM RT 8DM RTL 8DM ROUND TOP TERMINATION WITH SLIP SECTION RTT 8DM RTTL 8DM Connector Duct 4 x 3 OUTSIDE AIR KIT AK4 EMBER PROTECTORS 2 20093 ADJUSTABLE HOOD Black GA650 01244 Polished Brass GA6052 01245 Anitque Brass GA6053 Chrome 01246 GRATE 11168 www desatech com 15 REPLACEMENT AND ACCESSORY PARTS Continued BI FOLD GLASS DOORS DG368ST Brushed Brass DC368ST Platinum DBP368ST Black DESA DESA Heating LLC
26. utor TABLE OF CONTENTS SRSLY oasis O 2 Optional Gas Line Installation 12 Product Dimensions c ceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeee 3 Operation and Maintenance Guidelines 13 Firebox Installation sreonorosrrnorrnrrrrnrnnnrrnnnrnnr 4 Technical Service mmsrnnonrnnsrvnonrnnvvrnenvnnrrnnenner 14 Venting Installation eorrrennrnonrrnrnrnrnvnnrnrnnnnnnr 6 Replacement and Accessory PartS 14 SAFETY IMPORTANT Check local codes before installing this firebox This is a wood burning firebox intended and approved for installation in either residential homes or buildings of standard construction This firebox system requires the utilization of a DESA Heating LLC 8 double wall snap lock flue pipe system Glass doors are optional with this firebox and come in different styles For more information see Glass Doors page 13 The model s serial number and any other specific rating information may be found on the rating plate located inside the firebox opening Before beginning the installation of the firebox read these instructions through completely e This DESA Heating LLC firebox and its approved components are safe when installed according to this installation manual and operated as recommended by DESA Heating LLC Use only DESA Heating LLC approved components which have been designed and tested for the fireplace system Fa
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