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OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
ANSI Z21.84
O-TL REPORT # 114-L-31-4
Vanguard Burner Models VVMR18 and VVMR24
For Use with Vanguard Log Set Models VMLR18 and VMLR24
FMI Burner Models FVMR18 and FVMR24
For Use with FMI Log Set Models FMLR18 and FMLR24
These logs are approved by the manufacturer for instal-
f i r e - p a r t s . c o m
lation in listed indoor and outdoor solid fuel burning
fireplaces. See warranty for additional information.
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not
followed 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.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
NATURAL GAS LOGS
VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE
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- Page 1 Vanguard Burner Models VVMR18 and VVMR24 For Use with Vanguard Log Set Models VMLR18 and VMLR24 FMI Burner Models FVMR18 and FVMR24 For Use with FMI Log Set Models FMLR18 and FMLR24 These logs are approved by the manufacturer for instal- f i r e - p a r t s .
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety ..............2 Cleaning and Maintenance ........ 13 Local Codes............4 Technical Service..........13 Unpacking............4 Troubleshooting ..........14 Product Identification ........... 4 Replacement Parts ..........17 Optional Product Features........4 Parts ..............18 Installation ............5 Accessories ............ - Page 3 SAFETy Continued 7. To reduce the creation of soot, follow the WARNING: Any change to instructions in Cleaning and Maintenance, page 13. this log set or its controls can 8. Do not allow fans to blow directly into the be dangerous. fireplace.
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Page 4: Local Codes
2. Remove all protective packaging applied Quincy, MA 02269 to logs and base for shipment. 3. Check heater for any shipping damage. If heater is damaged call DESA Heating, LLC at 1-866-672-6040 for replacement parts before returning to dealer. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION... -
Page 5: Installation
Propane/ heated. A dirty chimney flue may Opening LP Gas create and distribute soot within VVMR18 the house. Inspect chimney flue FVMR18 55,000 45,000 8" dia. and firebox for damage. If dam- 18" Multi-Side VVMR24 aged, repair flue before operat- f i r e - p a r t s . - Page 6 INSTALLATION Continued CHECk GAS TYPE Installation Items Needed Before installing log set, make sure you have Use only natural gas. If your gas supply is not the items listed below. natural gas, you must install ON/OFF Safety • piping (check local codes) Valve/Pilot Kit (see Accessories, page 22).
- Page 7 INSTALLATION Continued IMPORTANT: Install equipment shutoff valve 3. Pressurize supply piping system by either in an accessible location. The equipment using compressed air or opening main gas shutoff valve is for turning on or shutting off valve located on or near gas meter. the gas to the appliance.
- Page 8 INSTALLATION Continued 4. If using optional GA9050A-1 kit, go to Gas Connector Optional GA9050A-1 ON/OFF Safety Tube Valve/Pilot Kit section for installation instructions. If using optional GA9150A kit, follow instructions included with kit for installation and operation. 5. Using thread sealant on male threads, install burner connection fittings into 1/8"...
- Page 9 INSTALLATION Continued 2. Attach pilot gas line to pilot outlet of gas 12. Install control position decal and control control valve and tighten. Connect ther- knob making sure to align marks with mocouple to rear of gas control valve. correct stop positions of gas control. Pilot See Figure 9.
- Page 10 INSTALLATION Continued Propane/LP Gas Conversion Injector for Injector for Propane/LP Gas To convert to propane/LP gas, burner inlet Natural Gas fitting and pilot orifice must be replaced. The propane/LP burner inlet fitting is supplied with orifice installed for a 24" log set. If you have an 18"...
- Page 11 INSTALLATION Continued TESTING BURNER FOR LEAkS 3. Place smaller top logs onto bottom logs (see Figure 17). Leave as much open 1. Generously apply noncorrosive leak de- space between logs as possible to mini- tection fluid to all connections. mize flame impingement and sooting. WARNING: Never check for Note: Logs may chip if they are handled roughly or if hit together while being...
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Page 12: Operation
OPERATION FOR YOUR SAFETY Shutting Off Appliance Turn gas shutoff valve clockwise READ BEFORE LIGHTING the OFF position. Control Knob Pilot WARNING: Keep flue open when operating unit. Ignitor FROM "PILOT" POSITION SLIGHT PUSH TO TURN OFF WARNING: If you do not fol- PULL PUSH TO LIGHT low these instructions exactly,... -
Page 13: Cleaning And Maintenance
You may have further questions about installa- When calling please have your model and tion, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, con- serial numbers of your heater ready. tact DESA Heating, LLC at 1-866-672-6040. You can also visit DESA Heating, LLC’s web site at www.desatech.com. 901267-01E www.desatech.com... -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
TROUBLEShOOTING WARNING: Turn off log set and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair log set. Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Log set is smoking/sooting 1. - Page 15 TROUBLEShOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed, 1. Gas supply turned off or 1. Turn on gas supply or open there is spark at pilot but no equipment shutoff valve equipment shutoff valve ignition (GA9050A-1 Only) closed 2.
- Page 16 TROUBLEShOOTING Continued WARNING: If you smell gas • Shut off gas supply. • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Fol- low the gas supplier’s instructions.
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Page 17: Replacement Parts
Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply original replacement part(s), they can’t supply original replacement part(s), call DESA Heating, LLC at 1-866-672-6040 for call DESA Heating, LLC at 1-866-672-6040. referral information. A list of authorized dealers can be found by visiting www.desatech.com. -
Page 18: Parts
PARTS BURNER MODELS VVMR18, VVMR24, FVMR18 AND FVMR24 f i r e - p a r t s . c o m www.desatech.com 901267-01E... - Page 19 PARTS BURNER MODELS This list contains replaceable parts used in your log set. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 17 of this manual. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 14325 Brass 3/8 FLR x 1/2 FPT Elbow •...
- Page 20 PARTS kINGSTON SPLIT OAk LOG SET MODELS This list contains replaceable parts used in your log set. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 17 of this manual. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 901123-01 Bottom Log VCB-13 •...
- Page 21 PARTS MANCHESTER SPLIT OAk LOG SET MODELS This list contains replaceable parts used in your log set. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 17 of this manual. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 901472-01 Bottom Log FC-8 •...
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Page 22: Accessories
PINE CONES - GA9650A dealer. If they can not supply these accessories For all models. Use for additional decoration call DESA Heating, LLC at 1-866-672-6040 for only. (3 pine cones per box). information. You can also write to the address ASH BED MATERIAL listed on the back page of this manual. - Page 23 NOTES ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ f i r e - p a r t s . c o m ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________...
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Page 24: Warranty
This is DESA Heating, LLC’s exclusive warranty, and to the full extent allowed by law; this express warranty excludes any and all other warranties, express or implied, written or verbal 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 new products and 30 days on factory reconditioned products from the date of first purchase.