Vanguard GAS LOG HEATER Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

Vanguard GAS LOG HEATER Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

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UNVENTED (VENT-FREE)
NATURAL GAS LOG HEATER
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
Models Also Design-Certified as Vented Decorative Appliances
FLAME-MAX
®
Vintage Oak
Log Design
18" and 24" Variable
Manually-Controlled Models
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 per-
formed 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* manufactured (mobile) home, where
not prohibited by state or local codes.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer
FLAME-MAX
Log Design
18", 24", 30", and 36" Variable
Manually-Controlled and
18", 24", and 30" Thermostati-
cally Controlled Models
Save this manual for future reference.
®
®
Golden Oak
18", 24", and 30" Variable
Manually-Controlled Model
WARNING: Improper installation, ad-
justment, alteration, service, or main-
tenance can cause injury or property
damage. Refer to this manual for
correct installation and operational
procedures. For assistance or addi-
tional information consult a quali-
fied installer, service agency, or the
gas supplier.
WARNING: This appliance is for in-
stallation only in a solid-fuel burning
masonry or UL127 factory-built fire-
place, or in an approved ventless fire-
box. It is design-certified for these
installations in accordance with ANS
Z21.11.2. Exception: Do not install
this appliance in a factory-built fire-
place that includes instructions stat-
ing it has not been tested or should
not be used with unvented gas logs.
FLAME-MAX
®
Birch
Log Design
®
Patent Pending

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  • Page 1 UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) NATURAL GAS LOG HEATER OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Models Also Design-Certified as Vented Decorative Appliances FLAME-MAX ® Vintage Oak Log Design 18" and 24" Variable Manually-Controlled Models 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.
  • Page 2: Safety Information

    VANGUARD FLAME-MAX UNVENTED NATURAL GAS LOG HEATER SAFETY INFORMATION WARNINGS WARNING ICON G 001 IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, oper- ate, or service this heater. Im- proper use of this heater can cause serious injury or death from...
  • Page 3: Product Identification

    PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ® Flame-Max Standard Oak Logs Crossover Back Log Burner Front Log Piezo Ignitor Base Assembly Control Knob Flame-Max ® Golden Oak Logs One Piece Log Set Piezo Ignitor Base Assembly Control Knob Figure 1 - Product Identification LOCAL CODES Install and use heater with care.
  • Page 4: Air For Combustion And Ventilation

    VANGUARD FLAME-MAX UNVENTED NATURAL GAS LOG HEATER AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION WARNING: This heater shall not be installed in a confined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ven- tilation air. Read the following in-...
  • Page 5: 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.
  • Page 6: Ventilation Air

    VANGUARD FLAME-MAX UNVENTED NATURAL GAS LOG HEATER 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

    INSTALLATION NOTICE: This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat. Use this heater along with your primary heating system. Do not install this heater as your pri- mary heat source. If you have a central heating system, you may run system’s circulating blower while using heater.
  • Page 8 VANGUARD FLAME-MAX UNVENTED NATURAL GAS LOG HEATER INSTALLATION Continued Minimum Noncombustible Material Clearances If Not Using Mantel Note: If using a mantel, proceed to If Using Mantel. If not using a mantel, follow the information below. You must have noncombustible material(s) above the fireplace opening.
  • Page 9: Floor Clearances

    INSTALLATION Continued MANTEL CLEARANCES In addition to meeting noncombustible mate- rial clearances, you must also meet required clearances between fireplace opening and mantel shelf. If you do not meet the clear- ances 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...
  • Page 10: Installing Damper Clamp Accessory For Vented Operation

    VANGUARD FLAME-MAX UNVENTED NATURAL GAS LOG HEATER INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING DAMPER CLAMP ACCESSORY FOR VENTED OPERATION Note: When used as a vented heater, appli- ance must be installed only in a solid-fuel burning fireplace with a working flue and constructed of noncombustible material.
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION Continued Installation Items Needed • hardware package (provided with heater) • approved flexible gas hose (not provided) (if allowed by local codes) • sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not provided) • electric drill with 3/16" drill bit (metal or masonry as applicable) •...
  • Page 12: Connecting To Gas Supply

    VANGUARD FLAME-MAX UNVENTED NATURAL GAS LOG HEATER INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY WARNING: A qualified service person must connect heater to gas supply. Follow all local codes. Installation Items Needed Before installing heater, make sure you have the items listed below.
  • Page 13: Checking Gas Connections

    INSTALLATION Continued CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS WARNING: Test all gas pip- ing and connections for leaks after installing or servicing. Cor- rect all leaks at once. WARNING: Never use an open flame to check for a leak. Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints.
  • Page 14: Installing Logs

    VANGUARD FLAME-MAX UNVENTED NATURAL GAS LOG HEATER INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING LOGS WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury.
  • Page 15: Operating Heater

    OPERATING HEATER MANUALLY-CONTROLLED MODELS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not fol- low these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result caus- ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand.
  • Page 16 VANGUARD FLAME-MAX UNVENTED NATURAL GAS LOG HEATER OPERATING HEATER Continued VARIABLE CONTROL OPERATION The variable control valve can be set to any heat setting and flame height desired, by simply turning the control knob until that setting is attained. Even the lowest setting provides realistic, dancing yellow flames.
  • Page 17: Inspecting Burners

    OPERATING HEATER Continued 5. Turn control knob counterclockwise to the PILOT position. C-clockwise Press in control knob for five (5) sec- onds (see Figure 23, page 16). Note: You may be running this heater for the first time after hook- ing up to gas supply.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    VANGUARD FLAME-MAX UNVENTED NATURAL GAS LOG HEATER 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...
  • Page 19 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit Delayed ignition burner Burner backfiring during combustion Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Heater produces a whistling noise when burner is lit Moisture/condensation noticed on windows Dark residue on logs or inside of fireplace White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture 104342...
  • Page 20 VANGUARD FLAME-MAX UNVENTED NATURAL GAS LOG HEATER 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.
  • Page 21: Optional Positioning Of Thermostat Sensing Bulb

    OPTIONAL POSITIONING OF THERMOSTAT SENSING BULB 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 22: Specifications

    VANGUARD FLAME-MAX UNVENTED NATURAL GAS LOG HEATER SPECIFICATIONS Btu (Variable) Type Gas Ignition Piezo Pressure Manifold Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water) Maximum Minimum* Shipping Weight Btu (Variable) Type Gas Ignition Piezo Pressure Manifold Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water)
  • Page 23: Cleaning And Maintenance

    PARTS UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply original replacement part(s), call DESA International’s Technical Service Department at 1-800-323-5190. When call- ing DESA International, have ready • your name and address •...
  • Page 24: Illustrated Parts Breakdown

    ® VANGUARD FLAME-MAX UNVENTED NATURAL GAS LOG HEATER ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FLAME-MAX™ VINTAGE OAK LOG MODELS VYS18N AND VYS24N 20-1 20-2 ODS Pilot 20-1 20-2 104342...
  • Page 25: Parts List

    PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 23 of this manual. VYS18N VYS24N VYS18N 102968-01 102969-01 102970-01 102775-02CK 102844-01 102966-01 098867-14 102780-01 102798-01 099056-20 102843-01 102963-01 102568-07...
  • Page 26 ® VANGUARD FLAME-MAX UNVENTED NATURAL GAS LOG HEATER ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FLAME-MAX™ GOLDEN OAK AND BIRCH LOG MODELS VYD18N, VYBD18N, VYD24N, VYBD24N, VYD30N, VYBD30N, AND VYD36N * Note: The Golden Oak Log (104254-01) for the VYD36N model differs slightly from drawing.
  • Page 27 PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 23 of this manual. VYD18N, VYBD18N VYD24N, VYBD24N VYD30N, VYBD30N VYD36N VYD18N VYBD18N VYD24N 103517-01 – 102785-02 –...
  • Page 28 VANGUARD FLAME-MAX UNVENTED NATURAL GAS LOG HEATER ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN THERMOSTATICALLY- CONTROLLED MODELS VYD18NT VYD24NT VYD30NT ® 104342...
  • Page 29 PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 23 of this manual. VYD18NT VYD24NT VYD30NT VYD18NT PART NUMBER 103517-01 104033-03 102775-09CK 102844-02 102966-02 098867-14 102981-01 102983-02 099056-26 102843-01...
  • Page 30: Service Hints

    VANGUARD FLAME-MAX UNVENTED NATURAL GAS LOG HEATER ACCESSORIES Purchase these heater accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA International’s Parts Department at 1-800-972-7879 for referral information. You can also write to the ad- dress listed on the back page of this manual.
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  • Page 32: Warranty Information

    VENT-FREE NATURAL GAS LOG HEATERS 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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