Desa 36WIL Indoor Fireplace User Manual
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1. AUTION Do not seal openings on the rooftop flashing Follow the installation instructions provided with the termination being used Terminations with 16 slip pipe sections are available The RTT 8DM and RTTL 8DM are approved for flashing installations When needed these adjustable terminations may be used in combination with the pipe assembly to achieve the correct chimney height NOTE In the rare instance there is a problem with side driven rain or wind or the chimney is not drafting properly an ADS 8DM Anti Draft Shield can be used with round 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 We suggest that terminations be separated at least 24 inches center to center and stacked at vertical height difference of 18 inches see figure 17 Figure 17 For more information visit www desatech com 10 FOOT RULE All flue gas outlet of chimney termination must extend a minimum of 3 feet in height above the highest point where it passes through the roof and must be at least 2 feet above the highest point of the roof that is within a horizontal distance of 10 feet see figure 18 Figure 18 FINISHING THE FIREPLACE Combustible materials such as wallboard gypsum board sheet rock drywall plywood2. Fireplace BAJA II Manufacturers 36 Wood Burning Fireplace L Incorporated Models 36WL Circulating Louvered 36WIL Circulating Louvered Fully Insulated 36WS Non Circulating Smooth Face 36WIS Non Circulating Smooth Face Fully Insulated INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 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 replacement parts or accessory items when needed Keep it with your other important papers This fireplace is approved for use as a wood burning fireplace or for use with a vented gas log approved to ANS Z21 60 Z21 84 or RGA 2 72 standards or for use with a vent free gas log heater approved to ANS Z21 11 2 standard A DESA hood must be installed when using a vent free gas log heater see Accessories p 10 WARNING ALWAYS LEAVE GLASS DOORS FULLY OPENED OR FULLY CLOSED WHEN OPERATING THIS FIREPLACE D B ALL DIMENSIONS IN THIS MANUAL ARE IN ie OK INCHES UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED peat DESA INTERNATIONAL P N 107180 01 2701 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE R is WARNOCK HERSEY REVB P O BOX 90024 mis 2 01 BOWLING GREEN KY 42102 9004 www desatech com 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION mmm emen nemen emen eom eene n e e PG 2 SELECTING LOCATION En PG 2 MINIMUM CLEARANCES wren nnn enema
3. IMNEYLENGTH 36 24 A B 4 38 T 42 CETS EE Dd EES ET p p 0 S ACER 5 334 l 3 EE o 3E E EE z t T4 46 34 3 pasa 8 44 Ll 3 3 Fzrsa 538 3 EE E 1 F6r 34 116 12 2 7 F6r 34 120 34 2 4 4 IERI IRE AME NR PERENNE Co ao o pie Se a a a EE 76 34 41 32 33 2 7 __ 79 34 146 34 4 __ For more information visit www desatech com 2 Chimney weight above offset rests on return elbow Straps must be securely nailed to rafters or joists see figure 9 details a amp b 3 Maximum length of pipe between supports return elbow or 12S 8DM is 6 of angled run Maximum of two 2 6 angled run sections per chimney system see figure 11 CEILING SUPPORT PIPE 1285 8DM ER uw SEE m DETAIL A ANGLE J a SEE DETAIL B H RETURN ELBOW DETAIL A Figure 9 d All joints between offset should be secured with two screws only on the outer pipe and shall not penetrate s the inner stainless m Figure 10 Figure 11 TYPICAL OFFSET INSTALLATIONS For systems with 2 elbow sets the minimum height is 22 ft The maximum height for any system is 50 ft FIRESTOP SPACERS V3600FS 8DM Firestop spacers are required at each point where the chimney penetrates a floor
4. M Determine the flashing to be used with the roof opening 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 14 DO NOT NAIL THROUGH FLASHING CONE wm CAT y Figure 14 INSTALLING FLASHING ON A METAL ROOF When installing the flashing on a metal roof it is required that putty tape be used between the flashing and the roof The flashing must be secured to the roof using 8 x 24 screws and then sealed with roof coating to prevent leakage through the screw holes A roof coating must also be applied around the perimeter of the flashing to provide a proper seal STORM COLLAR INSTALLATION SC1 or SC2 Place storm collar over pipe and slide down until it is snug against the open edge of the flashing see figure 15 Use SCI for all round terminations and SC2 for all terminations with slip sections Figure 15 TERMINATIONS SPARK ARRESTOR The fireplace system must be terminated with the listed round top or chase terminations In any case refer to the installation instructions supplied with the termination The terminations approved for this fireplace are the RT 8DM and RTL 8DM that can be used for flashing or chase and ET 8DM ETO 8DM ETL 8DM and ETLO 8DM for chase style termination only Figure 16 shows an RTL 8DM round top termination mu Figure 16 C
5. TIONAL OPTIONAL FOR FLOOR OUTSIDE AIR KIT INSTALATION ANTI BRAFT SHIELD CROUND TOP TERMINATION ONLY j ADS 8DM STORM COLLAR FOR RT 8DM AND RTL 8DM SC2 10DM USED FOR RTT 8DM AND RTTL 8DM FIRESTOP SPACER V3600FS r es ROUND TOP N TERMINATIONS RT 8DM CRTL 8DM ROUND TOP TERMINATIONS WITH SLIP SECTION X RTTL 8DM HEARTH EXTENSIUN HE 36 SQUARE CHASE TUP TERMINATION ET 8D ETO 8DM ECONO TOP TERMINATION WITH SLIP SECTION ETL 8DM ETLO 8DM FACE EXTENSION od eu 10 For more information visit www desatech com
6. TS WHICH HAVE BEEN FOUND TO COMPLY WITH THE STANDARD FOR UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS ANSI Z21 11 2 ARE TO BE INSTALLED IN THIS FIREPLACE NOTE A DESA hood must be installed when using an unvented gas log set see accessories on page 10 WARNING DO NOT OPERATE AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET IN THIS FIREPLACE WITH THE CHIMNEY REMOVED If you install a decorative gas appliance vented gas log the decorative gas appliance must comply with the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliances for Installation in solid fuel burning Fireplaces ANS Z21 60 1996 221 84 or RGA 2 72 and shall also be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas code ANS Z223 1 1996 WARNING If the fireplace 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 highly heated WARNING WHEN USING A DECORATIVE VENTED GAS LOG THE DAMPER MUST BE REMOVED OR PERMANENTLY LOCKED IN THE FULLY OPENED POSITION For more information visit www desatech com Ka ve gt X STANDARD INSTALLATION ALTERNATE INSTALLATIONS DAMPER OPERATION The damper handle to open and close the damper blade is located inside the firebox at the center towards the back wall Pushing the handle back in the keyway slot will free the damper blade to automatically open To close reach in and push the handle back into the keyhole slot then pull down and fo
7. ation must allow for proper clearances see figures amp 2 2 Consider a location where the fireplace would not be affected by drafts air conditioning ducts windows or doors 3 A location that avoids the cutting of joists or roof rafters will make installation easier 4 An outside air kit is available with this fireplace For more details refer to section on outside air kit installation on page 3 MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES e Back and sides of fireplace sssss 3 4 Min Note the 3 4 clearance is not required at the nailing flanges e Ceiling to Top of Opening 67 7 8 Min 9 Floor oide a ieee e eco tds 0 Min See step 2 of Installing the Fireplace below e Wall to front of Fireplace suueususs 36 Min e Perpendicular Wall to Opening of Unit 14 Min Top Spacerso one he eh n eek 0 Min e Mantel Clearances sese see page 7 Finishing your Fireplace e Chimney Outer Pipe Surfaces sssssse 1 Min WARNING DO NOT PACK REQUIRED AIR SPACES WITH INSULATION OR OTHER MATERIALS MINIMUM MAXIMUM CHIMNEY HEIGHT The MINIMUM height of the chimney measured from the base of the fireplace to the flue gas outlet of the termination is 11 5 feet for straight flue or a flue with one elbow set The maximum distance between elbows is 2 feet For systems with 2 elbow sets the MINIMUM height is 22 fee
8. ation of an outside air kit should be installed during the rough framing of the fireplace due to the nature of its location Outside combustion air can be accessed through a vented crawl space AK4F or through a sidewall AK4 See accessories on page 10 for details Figure 5 For more information visit www desatech com FAN KIT ASSEMBLY VCBK3E A Fan Kit is optional for Models W36C amp IW36C only with this fireplace Use of blowers or fans other than manufactured by DESA voids the warranty Fan is operated by simply pressing the rocker switch in the lower right corner of the fireplace face see figure 6 NOTE Fireplace must be wired to the house electrical system in order for fan to operate This fan system does not require a wall switch Electrical connections are made through the cover on the side of the fireplace illustrated in Figure 7 Use 14 AWG copper wire for all connections Be certain the fireplace 1s properly grounded Figure 6 Figure 7 CHIMNEY PIPE The DESA chimney system consists of 12 18 24 36 and 48 inch snap lock double wall pipe segments planned for maximum adaptability to individual site requirements Actual lengths gained after fitting overlaps must be taken into consideration lineal gain and are given in the following chart Figure 8 ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLING THE DOUBLE WALL CHIMNEY SYSTEM Each double wall chimney section consists of a galvanized outer pipe a stainless ste
9. bookshelf etc is made of combustible materials and protrudes 2 24 from the wall the fireplace is installed in This combustible material must be a minimum of 4 from the side of the fireplace opening Example 2 figure 20 The face of a mantel bookshelf etc is made of combustible materials and protrudes 11 16 from the wall the fireplace is installed in This combustible material can butt up against the side of the fireplace i e 1 from the fireplace opening OPERATING GUIDELINES AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS GLASS DOORS Glass doors are optional with the fireplace When the fireplace is in operation doors must be in the FULLY OPEN or FULLY CLOSED position only or a fire hazard may be created see figure 21 A fireplace equipped with glass doors operates much differently than a fireplace with an open front A fireplace with glass doors has a limited amount of air for combustion Excessive heat within the fireplace can result if too large a fire is built or if the combustion air gate is not completely open The following tips should be followed to assure that both the fireplace and the glass door retain their beauty and function properly Both flue damper and the glass doors must be fully open before starting the fire This will provide sufficient combustion air and maintain safe temperatures in the firebox Figure 21 For more information visit www desatech com IMPORTANT The glass must be allowed to warm slowly and ev
10. ecure the fireplace to the framing through flanges located on the sides of the fireplace see figure 4 Figure 1 FRAMING DIMENSION CORNER INSTALLATIONS Figure 2 HEARTH EXTENSION A hearth extension projecting a minimum of 16 in front of and a minimum of 8 beyond each side of the fireplace opening is required to protect combustible floor construction in front of the fireplace Fabricate a hearth extension using a material which meets the following specifications a layer of non combustible 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 0 84 x 1 0 0 30 thickness required Thermal conductivity K of materials can be obtained from the manufacturer or supplier of the non combustible material If the hearth extension is to be covered use non combustible material such as tile slate brick concrete metal glass marble stone etc Provide a means to prevent the hearth extension from shifting and seal the gap between the fireplace frame and hearth extension with a non combustible material see figure 3 MODELS 36WS AND 36S MODELS 36WL AND36WIL Figure 3 HEARTH EXTENSIONS WARNING HEARTH EXTENSION IS TO BE INSTALLED ONLY AS ILLUSTRATED Figure 4 OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT MODEL AKA AK4F The install
11. el inner flue pipe and a wire spacer The pipe sections must be assembled independently as the chimney is installed When starting chimney directly to the fireplace the inner flue pipe section must be installed first with the lanced side up The outer pipe section can then be installed 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 fireplace starter The wire will assure the proper spacing between the inner and outer pipe sections WARNING The opening in the collar around the chimney at the top of the fireplace must not be obstructed Never use blown insulation to fill the chimney enclosure Continue to assemble chimney sections as outlined above making sure that both the inner and outer pipe sections are locked together 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 It is not necessary to add screws to keep the chimney together Exception see page 5 figure 10 INSTRUCTIONS WHEN ELBOW OFFSET OF CHIMNEY IS NEEDED 30E 8DM TO INSTALL ELBOWS 1 To achieve desired offset you may install combinations of 12 18 24 36 and 48 length of double wall pipe SEE SINGLE OFFSET CHART FIGURE 9 amp 11 OFFSET CHART 22 50 FT SYSTEM HEIGHT OFFSET RISE CH
12. enly The tempered glass will withstand a gradual temperature rise to 550 degrees Fahrenheit which is more than a normal fire will generate Such materials as pitch wax laden logs very dry mill end lumber and large amounts of paper or cardboard boxes can create an excessively hot fire and should not be burned in this fireplace Always keep the fire well back from the doors and never allow flames to contact the glass WARNING Fireplaces equipped with glass doors should be operated only with door fully opened or doors fully closed Doors if left partly open may draw gas and flame out of the fireplace opening creating risks of both fire and smoke CLEANING THE GLASS Clean the glass with any commercial glass cleaner or soap and water DO NOT use any abrasive material to clean the glass DO NOT clean the glass with any cool water if the glass is still hot from the fire OPTIONAL GAS LINE INSTALLATION GAS LINE HOOK UP SHOULD BE DONE BY YOUR SUPPLIER OR A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON NOTE 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 gas appliance available through your local distributor Use only inch black iron pipe and appropriate fittings When installing a gas line a shut off valve designed for installation outside the appliance is recommended STEP 1 To install remove the knockout indentation on the refractory or firebrick wall l
13. ese instructions through completely These DESA components and fireplace are safe when installed according to this Installation Manual Unless you use DESA components which has been designed and tested for the fireplace system you may cause a fire hazard The DESA warranty will be voided by and DESA disclaims any responsibility for the following actions a Modification of the fireplace components doors blower fans air inlet system and damper control b Use of any component part not manufactured or approved by DESA in combination with a DESA fireplace system PROPER INSTALLATION is the most important step in ensuring safe and continuous operation of the fireplace Consult the local building codes as to the particular requirements concerned with the installation of all factory built fireplaces Although grounding may not be required by code the manufacturer recommends it WARNING DO NOT INSTALL A FIREPLACE INSERT IN THIS BOX UNLESS THE MANUFACTURER S INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE INSERT SPECIFICALLY STATE THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN TESTED FOR USE WITH THE INSERT This fireplace is intended to be used as a decorative appliance and is not intended to be used to heat the home This wood burning fireplace complies with UL 127 standard as a FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE SELECTING LOCATION To determine the safest and most efficient location for the fireplace you must take into consideration the following guidelines Theloc
14. etc may make direct contact with sides and top periphery of the fireplace face It is important that combustible materials do not overlap the face itself Brick glass tile or other non combustible materials may overlap the front face provided they do not obstruct essential openings like louvered slots or any other opening When overlapping with a non combustible facing material use only non combustible mortar or adhesive MANTELS A mantel may be installed if desired see figure 19 Woodwork such as wood trims mantels or any other combustible material projecting from the front face must not be placed within 9 inches of the fireplace opening and within 6 inches of the top louver opening Combustible materials above 9 inches and projecting more than 1 1 2 inches from the fireplace face must not be placed less than 12 inches from the top of the opening of the fireplace NFPA STD 211 Sec 7 3 3 3 S WG NN D Figure 19 MINIMUM FRONT AND TOP CLEARANCES Mantels or any other combustible materials such as wallboard sheet rock drywall plywood etc butt up to the side of the black metal face of the fireplace The clearances from the side of the fireplace to any combustible material and wall should fall within the limits shown in figure 20 TOP VIEW OF FIREPLACE L PO FIREBOX 2 3 4 d S Minimum 14 inches from perpendicular side wall Figure 20 MINIMUM SIDE CLEARANCE Example 1 figure 20 The face of a mantel
15. nesses cnc nce cn nc cence PG 2 FRAMING AND INSTALLING een PG 3 HEARTH EXTENSION ee PG 3 OUTSIDE AIR KIT INSTALLATION een PG 4 FAN KIT ASSEMBLY EE PG 4 CHIMNEY PIPE INSTALLATION Seen PG 4 5 6 TERMINATIONS en PG 6 FINISHING YOUR FIREPLACE een PG 7 MANTELS 4 mmm mmm emm m n mem mem m e m meme PG 7 GLASSDOORS EE PG 7 GAS LINE INSTALLATIONS EE PG 8 CHIMNEY OFFSET EE PG 9 DAMPER OPERATION EE PG 10 TECHNICAL SERVICE en PG 10 17 REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESORIES PG 11 For more information visit www desatech com 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 the appliance NEVER leave children unattended when a fire is burning in the fireplace WARNING IMPROPER INSTALLATION ADJUST MENT ALTERATION SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE INJURY PROPERTY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF LIFE REFER TO THIS MANUAL FOR ASSISTANCE OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONSULT A QUALIFIED INSTALLER OR LOCAL DISTRIBUTOR CHECK LOCAL CODES BEFORE INSTALLING THIS FIREPLACE INTRODUCTION BEFORE YOU BEGIN Before beginning the installation of the fireplace read th
16. ocated approximately 2 inches above the refractory hearth floor The knockout indentation must be firmly tapped with any solid object until it is released Remove fragmented portions of refractory see figure 22 Figure 22 STEP 2 Remove gas line cover plate on rear of fireplace and pull out insulation from gas line conduit sleeve Save insulation for reuse STEP 3 Run a le inch black iron gas line into the fireplace through the gas line conduit sleeve Provide sufficient gas line into fireplace chamber for fitting connection see figure 23 NOTE Secure incoming gas line to wood framing to provide rigidity for threaded end Figure 23 STEP 4 Repack insulation around gas line and into sleeve opening Seal any gaps between gas line and refractory knockout hole with refractory cement or commercial furnace cement Install the gas appliance or cap off gas line if desired The gas pipe is intended for connection to an unvented vent free or a decorative gas appliance vented gas log 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 a 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 OPERATE ANY APPLIANCE IF A LEAK IS DETECTED If you wish to install an unvented vent free gas log set ONLY UNVENTED GAS LOG SE
17. rward to lock it in place see figure 24 WARNING Risk of fire Replace grate with DESA model 107001 01 grate only This grate has been designed to keep the operation of your fireplace safe and efficient FOR FURTHER OPERATING GUIDELINES INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO YOUR HOMEOWNERS GUIDE OR CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED DEALER TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about installation operations or troubleshooting If so contact The Technical Service Department at 1 888 427 8322 When calling have the model Figure 24 number of the fireplace ready 9 For more information visit www desatech com REPLACEMENT PARTS BRICK LINER REAR PN 106969 01 EMBER PROTECTOR BN 106971 01 orim E Cp 2 BEE GRATE N WE PN 107001 01 BE ADJUSTABLE HOOD j JA gt pim DOUBLE WALL PIPE M XA OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT 12 8DM FOR SIDE WALL 18 8DM BI FOLD GLASS DOOR INSTALLATION 24 8DM 36 8DM 48 8DM ANTIQUE BRASS FINISH GA6053 GA6052 GA6050 POLISHED BRASS FINIS BLACK PAINTED FINISH lt 0 FLASHING 0 TH 6 12 PITCH V6F 8DM 6 18 TH 18 18 PITCH Vi8F 8DM FAN KIT VCBK3E _ ff AA KE 7 AW W i A D o A J f A lt Af i d h Z 4 ANIA ie A SE LE LE 5 POLISHED BRASS 36 BLACK WITH POLISHED BRASS TRIM USE OF SLIDE ON BRASS TRIM IS OP
18. space Their purpose is to establish and maintain the required clearance between the chimney and the combustible materials When the pipe passes through a framed opening into a living space above the firestop must be placed onto the ceiling from below as shown in figure 12 Figure 12 PENETRATING THE ROOF To maintain a 1 inch clearance to the pipe on a roof with a pitch a rectangular opening must be cut STEP 1 Determine the center point through which the pipe will penetrate the roof STEP 2 Determine the center point of the roof Pitch is the distance the floor drops over a given span usually 12 inches A 6 12 pitch means that the roof drops 6 inches for each 12 inches one measure horizontally down the roof STEP 3 Use the roof opening chart figure 13 below to determine the correct opening length and flashing required STEP 4 Remove the shingles around the opening measured and cut out this section STEP 5 Add the next sections of the pipe until the end penetrates the roofline Check to see that the proper clearances are maintained Extend chimney by adding sections of double wall pipe until pipe is a minimum of 30 inches above the highest point of the roof cutout Termination and chimney must extend a minimum of 36 inches above the highest point where it passes through roof ES p E EE NO FAT V6F 8DM 8DM Figure 13 For more information visit www desatech com FLASHING INSTALLATION V6F 8DM or V12F 8D
19. t The maximum height of any system is 50 feet This measurement includes the fireplace chimney sections and the height of the termination assembly at the level of the flue gas outlet see pg 6 fig 16 FRAMING AND INSTALLING THE FIREPLACE STEP 1 Frame the opening for the fireplace using the dimensions shown in figure 1 or 2 STEP 2 If the fireplace is to be installed directly on carpeting tile other than ceramic or any combustible material other than wood flooring the fireplace must be installed upon a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the fireplace STEP 3 Set the fireplace directly in front of this opening and slide the unit back until the nailing flanges touch the side framing STEP 4 Check the level of the fireplace and shim with sheet metal if necessary For more information visit www desatech com STEP 5 Before securing fireplace to prepared framing the ember protector provided must be placed between the hearth extension not supplied and under the bottom front edge of the fireplace to protect against glowing embers falling through If the fireplace is to be installed on a raised platform a Z type ember protector not supplied must be fabricated to fit your required platform height The ember protector should extend under the fireplace a minimum of 1 2 The ember protector should be made of galvanized sheet metal 28ga minimum to prevent corrosion STEP 6 Using screws or nails s
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