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Remote-Ready and Variable Manually-Controlled Models Also Design-Certified As Vented
FLAME-MAX
Oak Log Design
18", 24" and 30" Variable
Manually-Controlled Models
WARNING: If the information in this manual
is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, per-
sonal 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.
WARNING: This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which
it is installed. Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. Refer
to Air for Combustion and Ventilation section on page 4 of this manual.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket,* permanently located,
manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by local codes.
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.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer
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Vintage
UNVENTED (VENT-FREE)
GAS LOG HEATER
OWNER'S OPERATION AND
INSTALLATION MANUAL
FLAME-MAX
Oak Log Design
18", 24" and 36" Variable Manually-Controlled Models
18" and 24" Thermostat-Controlled Models
18", 24" and 36" Remote-Ready Models
WARNING: Improper installation, adjust-
ment, alteration, service, or maintenance
can cause injury or property damage. Re-
fer to this manual for correct installation
and operational procedures. For assis-
tance or additional information consult a
qualified installer, service agency, or the
gas supplier.
WARNING: This appliance is for installa-
tion only in a solid-fuel burning masonry
or UL127 factory-built fireplace, or in an
approved ventless firebox. It is design-
certified for these installations in accor-
dance with ANSI Z21.11.2. Exception: Do
not install this appliance in a factory-built
fireplace that includes instructions stat-
ing it has not been tested or should not be
used with unvented gas logs.
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- Page 1 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com Remote-Ready and Variable Manually-Controlled Models Also Design-Certified As Vented ® FLAME-MAX Vintage Oak Log Design 18", 24" and 30" Variable Manually-Controlled Models WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, per- sonal injury, or loss of life.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ... 2 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ... 4 OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES ... 4 LOCAL CODES ... 4 UNPACKING ... 4 PRODUCT FEATURES ... 5 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION ... 5 INSTALLATION ... - Page 3 SAFETY INFORMATION Continued 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. Do not place propane/LP supply tank(s) inside any structure. Lo- cate propane/LP supply tank(s) outdoors (propane/LP units only). If you smell gas •...
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Page 4: Product Identification
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES LOCAL CODES UNPACKING PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ® Flame-Max Golden Oak Logs Piezo Ignitor Burner Assembly Control Knob Optional Remote Control Piezo Ignitor Optional Selector Switch Control Knob Flame Adjustment Knob Flame-Max ® Vintage Oak Logs Burner Piezo Ignitor Burner Assembly... -
Page 5: Product Features
PRODUCT FEATURES OPERATION This heater is clean burning. It requires no outside venting. There is no heat loss out a vent or up a chimney. Heat is generated by both realistic flames and glowing coals. This heater is designed for vent- free operation with flue damper closed. - Page 6 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Determining Fresh-Air Flow for Heater Location AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR HEATER 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 heater plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms.
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Page 7: Ventilation Air
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 provide two permanent openings: one within 12" of the ceiling and one within 12"... -
Page 8: Installation
INSTALLATION Check Gas Type Installation and Clearances for Vent-Free Operation INSTALLATION NOTICE: This heater is intended for use as supple- mental heat. Use this heater along with your primary heating system. Do not install 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 9 INSTALLATION Continued Carefully follow the instructions below. This will ensure safe installation into a masonry, UL127-listed manufactured fireplace, or listed vent-free firebox. Minimum Clearances For Side Combustible Material, Side Wall, and Ceiling A. Clearances from the side of the fireplace cabinet to any combus- tible material and wall should follow diagram in Figure 4.
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Page 10: Mantel Clearances
INSTALLATION Mantel Clearances Floor Clearances INSTALLATION Continued MANTEL CLEARANCES In addition to meeting noncombustible material clearances, you must also meet required clearances between fireplace opening and mantel shelf. If you do not meet the clearances listed below, you will need a hood. Determining Minimum Mantel Clearance If you meet minimum clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening, a hood is not required (see Figure 6). -
Page 11: Installing Damper Clamp Accessory For Vented Operation
INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING DAMPER CLAMP ACCESSORY FOR VENTED OPERATION Note: When used as a vented heater, appliance must be installed only in a solid-fuel burning fireplace with a working flue and constructed of noncombustible material. If your heater is a manually-controlled model, you may use this heater as a vented product. - Page 12 INSTALLATION Installing Heater Base Assembly (Cont.) INSTALLATION Continued Place logs in their proper position on heater base (see Installing Logs, pages 15 through 17). 5. Center heater base and logs front-to-back and side-to-side in fireplace. 6. Carefully remove logs without moving heater base. 7.
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Page 13: Connecting To Gas Supply
INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY WARNING: This appliance requires a 1/2" NPT (National Pipe Thread) inlet connection to the pres- sure regulator. WARNING: A qualified service person must con- nect heater to gas supply. Follow all local codes. CAUTION: Never connect propane/LP fireplace directly to the propane/LP supply. -
Page 14: Checking Gas Connections
INSTALLATION Connecting to Gas Supply (Cont.) Checking Gas Connections INSTALLATION Continued CSA Design-Certified Equipment Shutoff Valve With 1/8" NPT Tap* PROPANE/LP From External Regulator (11" W.C.** to 14" W.C. Pressure) NATURAL From Gas 3" Minimum Meter (5" W.C.** to 10.5" W.C. Pressure) Pipe Joint... -
Page 15: Installing Logs
INSTALLATION Continued Pressure Testing Heater Gas Connections Open equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 19). Open main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas or open propane/LP supply tank valve. Make sure control knob of heater is in the OFF position. Check all joints from equipment shutoff valve to thermostat gas valve (Thermostat-Controlled Models), to control valve (Manually-Controlled Models), or to gas control (Remote-... - Page 16 INSTALLATION Installing Logs (Cont.) INSTALLATION Continued Log #2 Log #1 Front Post Chassis Figure 22 - Installing Vintage Oak Two-Piece Log Set Burner Ports Figure 23 - Installing Vintage Oak Two-Piece Log Set (Top View) Golden Oak One-Piece Log Set Place one-piece log set on grate to fit as illustrated in Figure 24.
- Page 17 INSTALLATION Continued Golden Oak Five-Piece Log Set Each log is marked with a number. These numbers will help you identify the log when installing. It is very important to install these logs exactly as instructed. Do not modify logs. Only use logs supplied with heater.
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Page 18: Operating Heater
OPERATING HEATER (THERMOSTAT-CONTROLLED MODELS) For Your Safety Read Before Lighting Lighting Instructions OPERATING HEATER THERMOSTAT-CONTROLLED MODELS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing prop- erty damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. -
Page 19: To Turn Off Gas To Appliance
OPERATING HEATER Continued CAUTION: Do not try to adjust heating levels by using the equipment shutoff valve. TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Heater Turn control knob clockwise Shutting Off Burners Only (pilot stays lit) Turn control knob clockwise THERMOSTAT CONTROL OPERATION The thermostat control knob can be set to any comfort level... -
Page 20: For Your Safety Read Before Lighting
OPERATING HEATER (MANUALLY-CONTROLLED MODELS) Lighting Instructions (Cont.) Variable Control Operation To Turn Gas Off To Appliance Manual Lighting Procedure OPERATING HEATER (REMOTE-READY MODELS) For Your Safety Read Before Lighting OPERATING HEATER Continued Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas, including near the floor. -
Page 21: Lighting Instructions
OPERATING HEATER Continued C. 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 techni- cian or gas supplier. - Page 22 OPERATING HEATER (REMOTE-READY MODELS) Lighting Instructions (Cont.) To Turn Gas Off To Appliance Manual Lighting Procedure Optional Remote Operation OPERATING HEATER Continued CAUTION: Do not try to adjust heating levels by using the equipment shutoff valve. WARNING: Make sure the selector switch is in the OFF position when you are away from home for long periods of time.
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Page 23: Inspecting Burners
OPERATING HEATER Continued IMPORTANT: This remote control has been specially engi- neered to take an air temperature sample every 5.5 minutes in the auto mode. It will not respond immediately to the tem- perature setting being turned up or down. IMPORTANT: The hand-held remote control unit must be near the heater. -
Page 24: Cleaning And Maintenance
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Burner Injector Holder and Pilot Air Inlet Hole Logs Main Burner CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning. CAUTION: You must keep control areas, burners, and circulating air passageways of heater clean. In- spect these areas of heater before each use. -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Note: For additional help, visit DESA International’s technical service web site at www.desatech.com. Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. OBSERVED PROBLEM When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at ODS/pilot When ignitor button is pressed, there is... - Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit Delayed ignition of one or both burners Burner backfiring during combustion Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Heater produces a whistling noise when burn- ers are lit White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture Moisture/condensation noticed on windows...
- Page 27 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. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
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Page 28: Optional Positioning Of Thermostat Sensing Bulb
OPTIONAL POSITIONING OF THERMOSTAT SENSING BULB (THERMOSTAT-CONTROLLED MODELS ONLY) For Masonry and Factory-Built Metal Fireplace OPTIONAL POSITIONING OF THERMOSTAT SENSING BULB (Thermostat-Controlled Models Only) FOR MASONRY AND FACTORY-BUILT METAL FIREPLACE If your log set cycles to pilot, but the room temperature drops to a lower than ideal comfort level before the log set comes back on, you may want to reposition the thermostat sensing bulb. -
Page 29: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Vintage Oak 18" Variable Manually-Controlled Btu (Variable) 16,000/27,000 Type Gas Propane/LP Only - Natural Ignition Piezo Manifold Pressure 8.0" W.C. - 3.5" W.C. Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water) Maximum 14" - 10.5" Minimum* 11" - 5" Shipping Weight 36 lbs. -
Page 30: Wiring Diagram
If so, contact DESA International’s Technical Service Department at 1-866-672-6040. When calling please have your model and serial numbers of your heater ready. You can also visit DESA International’s technical services web site at www.desatech.com. For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com... -
Page 31: Accessories
Purchase these heater accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA International at 1-866-672-6040 for referral information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual. -
Page 32: Illustrated Parts Breakdown And Parts List
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Variable Manually-Controlled ® Flame-Max Vintage Oak Log Models VYS18PA, H18P, VYS18NA, H18N, VYS24PA, H24P, VYS24NA and H24N ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN VARIABLE MANUALLY- CONTROLLED ® FLAME-MAX VINTAGE OAK LOG MODELS VYS18PA, H18P, VYS18NA, H18N, VYS24PA, H24P, VYS24NA AND H24N 21 - ODS Pilot (Natural Gas) -
Page 33: Parts List
PARTS LIST VARIABLE MANUALLY-CONTROLLED ® FLAME-MAX VINTAGE OAK LOG MODELS This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 29 of this manual. PART NUMBER FOR KEY VYS18PA VYS18NA H18P H18N... - Page 34 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Variable Manually-Controlled Flame-Max Oak Log Models VYD18PA, VYD24PA, VYD30PA and VYD36PA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN VARIABLE MANUALLY-CONTROLLED FLAME-MAX ® GOLDEN OAK LOG MODELS VYD18PA, VYD24PA, VYD30PA and VYD36PA *Note: The Golden Oak Log (107027-01) for the VYD36PA model differs slightly from drawing 20 - ODS Pilot (Propane/LP)
- Page 35 PARTS LIST VARIABLE MANUALLY-CONTROLLED ® FLAME-MAX GOLDEN OAK LOG MODELS This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 29 of this manual. PART NUMBER FOR VYD18PA VYD24PA 110397-03 110397-04 1-1 110315-01...
- Page 36 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Variable Manually-Controlled Flame-Max Oak Log Models VYD18NA, VYD24NA, VYD30NA and VYD36NA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN VARIABLE MANUALLY-CONTROLLED FLAME-MAX ® GOLDEN OAK LOG MODELS VYD18NA, VYD24NA, VYD30NA and VYD36NA * Note: The Golden Oak Log (107027-01) for the VYD36NA model differs slightly from drawing.
- Page 37 PARTS LIST VARIABLE MANUALLY-CONTROLLED ® FLAME-MAX GOLDEN OAK LOG MODELS This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 29 of this manual. PART NUMBER FOR VYD18NA VYD24NA 110397-03 110397-04 1-1 110315-01...
- Page 38 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Thermostat-Controlled ® Flame-Max Golden Oak Log Models VYD18PTA, VYD18NTA, VYD24PTA, VYD24NTA, VYD30PTA and VYD30NTA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN THERMOSTAT-CONTROLLED FLAME-MAX ® GOLDEN OAK LOG MODELS VYD18PTA, VYD18NTA, VYD24PTA, VYD24NTA, VYD30PTA and VYD30NTA For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 110399-01B...
- Page 39 PARTS LIST THERMOSTAT-CONTROLLED ® FLAME-MAX GOLDEN OAK LOG MODELS This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 29 of this manual. VYD18PTA VYD18NTA VYD24PTA 110397-03 110397-03 110397-04 1-1 110315-01 110315-01 110313-01...
- Page 40 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Remote-Ready Flame-Max VYD18PRA, HD18PR, VYD24PRA, HD24PR, VYD30PRA, HD30PR, VYD36PRA and HD36PR ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN REMOTE-READY FLAME-MAX ® GOLDEN OAK LOG MODELS VYD18PRA, HD18PR, VYD24PRA, HD24PR, VYD30PRA, HD30PR, VYD36PRA and HD36PR * Note: The Golden Oak Log (107027-01) for the VYD36PRA model differs slightly from the log shown.
- Page 41 VYD18PRA, HD18PR, VYD24PRA, HD24PR, VYD30PRA, HD30PR, VYD36PRA and HD36PR PARTS LIST REMOTE-READY ® FLAME-MAX GOLDEN OAK LOG MODELS This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 29 of this manual. PART NUMBER FOR VYD18PRA VYD24PRA...
- Page 42 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Remote-Ready Flame-Max VYD18NRA, HD18NR, VYD24PNA, HD24NR, VYD30NRA, HD30NR, VYD36PNA and HD36NR ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN REMOTE-READY FLAME-MAX ® GOLDEN OAK LOG MODELS VYD18NRA, HD18NR, VYD24PNA, HD24NR, VYD30NRA, HD30NR, VYD36PNA and HD36NR * Note: The Golden Oak Log (107027-01) for the VYD36NRA and HD36NR models differs slightly from the log shown.
- Page 43 VYD18NRA, HD18NR, VYD24PNA, HD24NR, VYD30NRA, HD30NR, VYD36PNA and HD36NR PARTS LIST REMOTE-READY ® FLAME-MAX GOLDEN OAK LOG MODELS This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 29 of this manual. VYD18NRA HD18NR 110397-03...
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Address: City: Home Phone: E-Mail: Please answer the following questions to register your product with DESA International: Where will the product be used? Living/Family Room Office/Warehouse If you bought this product yourself, did you plan to purchase this type of product before going into the store? - Page 46 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com TAPE 2701 Industrial Drive P.O. Box 90004 Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004 TAPE Postage Required 110399-01B...
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Page 48: Warranty Information
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. To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented.