Vanguard FB32NCA Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

Unvented (vent-free) 32" logmate universal firebox
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UNVENTED (VENT-FREE)
32" LogMate
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
FB32CA (shown)
and NLFB32C
Circulating
Louvered;
FB32NCA and
NLFB32NC
Noncirculating
Smooth Face
Models
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result caus-
ing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
— 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
qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
This firebox may be installed in an aftermarket* manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited
by state or local codes.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer (i.e. Installation of this product is
permitted after the manufactured (mobile) home is sited).
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WARNING: Improper installation,
adjustment, alteration, service, or
maintenance can cause injury or
property damage. Refer to this
manual for correct installation and
operational procedures. For as-
sistance or additional information
consult a qualified installer, ser-
vice agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING: For use only with deco-
rative type unvented room heat-
ers. Do not build a wood fire.
This firebox has been tested and
approved by I.A.S. under their REQ.
2-97 for use with any ANS Z21.11.2
approved gas logs.
Shown with optional
cabinet mantel, hearth
base, brass trim, and
marble trim
accessories.

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  • Page 1 UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) 32" LogMate OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL FB32CA (shown) and NLFB32C Circulating Louvered; FB32NCA and NLFB32NC Noncirculating Smooth Face Models WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result caus- ing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
  • Page 2: Safety Information

    Do not use blower accessory with Models NLFB32NC and FB32NCA. Use only the provided hood or GA6096 polished brass hood accessory (see Accessories on pages 12 and 13).
  • Page 3: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Built-in Nailing Flanges Louvers (Models FB32CA and NLFB32C only) Figure 1 - Firebox Front View Standoffs (Models FB32NCA and NLFB32NC only) " " 6" " " " Electrical Electrical Access Access Hole Hole with Bushing Figure 2 - Firebox Side View...
  • Page 4: Product Features

    UNVENTED 32" LogMate PRODUCT FEATURES OPERATION This firebox is designed for use with ap- proved ANS Z21.1.2 decorative type unvented room heaters. (Physical size limi- tations apply. Refer to minimum firebox requirements supplied with log heater.) It requires no outside venting or chimney mak- ing installation easy and inexpensive.
  • Page 5 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR FIREBOX LOCATION Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Use this work sheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space. Space: Includes the room in which you will install firebox plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms.
  • Page 6 UNVENTED 32" LogMate AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued VENTILATION AIR Ventilation Air From Inside Building This fresh air would come from an adjoining unconfined space. When ventilating to an adjoining unconfined space, you must pro- vide two permanent openings: one within 12"...
  • Page 7: Installation Clearances

    INSTALLATION NOTICE: This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat. Use this heater along with your pri- mary heating system. Do not in- stall this heater as your primary heat source. If you have a central heating system, you may run system’s circulating blower while using heater.
  • Page 8 Carefully raise and remove the fire- box bottom from the firebox. For more information, visit www.desatech.com ® ® Mantel Shelf For FB32NCA and NLFB32NC Series noncirculating 18.5" 20" 21" 22" smooth face models For FB32CA and NLFB32C 13" 16"...
  • Page 9: Installing Log Heater In Firebox

    INSTALLATION Continued 7. Plug in blower power cord. a. If your firebox is installed as a free- standing unit, determine whether the power cord will exit the left side or the right side of the firebox. Install 1 plas- tic bushing provided into the 1 in the floor support on the exit side.
  • Page 10: Installing Fireplace Screen

    UNVENTED 32" LogMate INSTALLATION Continued Figure 13 - Removing Firebox Bottom Screws Heater Base Mounting Bracket Firebox Bottom Figure 14 - Cutting Brackets INSTALLING FIREPLACE HOOD 1. Attach three zinc-colored shoulder screws to back of hood. 2. Insert hood into hood-mounting slots on firebox.
  • Page 11: Built-In Firebox Installation

    Connecting to Gas Supply in log set owner’s manual. Carefully insert firebox into rough opening. 17 3/4" 33" (FB32CA and NLFB32CA) 34 1/4" (FB32NCA and NLFB32NCA) 34 3/4" Figure 21 - Rough Opening for Installing in Wall 39 3/8" 34 3/4"...
  • Page 12: Technical Service

    ® Height Model # Actual Framing Actual FB32CA " 33" NLFB32C " 33" FB32NCA " 34 NLFB32NC " 34 REPLACEMENT PARTS Note: Use only original replacement parts. This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty. PARTS UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product.
  • Page 13 ACCESSORIES Continued HARDWOOD HEARTH BASE G3000F Series - Walnut Finished G3001U Series - Unfinished G3006F Series - Oak Veneer Finished G3007U Series - Oak Veneer Unfinished GM3004W Series - Off White The hearth base creates a handsome riser for the firebox (cannot be used with corner mantel or face mantel).
  • Page 14: Illustrated Parts Breakdown

    UNVENTED 32" LogMate ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FB32NCA NLFB32NC *Not Included with Model NLFB32NC For more information, visit www.desatech.com ® ® FIREBOX 105604...
  • Page 15: Parts List

    PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 12 of this manual. FB32NCA NLFB32NC FB32NCA 101872-03 101889-01 101929-02 101932-02 103207-01 103208-01 103245-01 103297-01 103217-01CK 103773-02CK...
  • Page 16 UNVENTED 32" LogMate ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FB32CA NLFB32C *Not Included with Model NLFB32C For more information, visit www.desatech.com ® ® FIREBOX 105604...
  • Page 17 PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 12 of this manual. FB32CA NLFB32C FB32CA 101872-03 101889-01 101929-02 101932-02 103207-01 103208-01 103245-01 103297-01 103217-01CK 103773-01CK 103250-01 103809-01 M12461-2...
  • Page 18: Warranty Information

    WARRANTY INFORMATION 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. DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for four (4) years from the date of first purchase, provided that the product has been properly installed, operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions.

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