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Desa (V)DVF36 Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

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OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
Peninsula Model
TPNA-A(-HA)/TPNPA-A/TPNEA-A/TPNPEA-A
TSTA-A(-HA)/TSTPA-A/TSTEA-A/TSTPEA-A
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not fol-
lowed 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.
For more information, visit www.desatech.com
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE
Shown
PENINSULA MODELS (V)DVF36
SEE-THRU MODELS (V)DVF36

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  • Page 1 DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Peninsula Model Shown PENINSULA MODELS (V)DVF36 TPNA-A(-HA)/TPNPA-A/TPNEA-A/TPNPEA-A SEE-THRU MODELS (V)DVF36 TSTA-A(-HA)/TSTPA-A/TSTEA-A/TSTPEA-A WARNING: If the information in this manual is not fol- lowed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. —...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safety Information ...  Dimensions ... 5 Pre-Installation Preparation ... 6 General Venting ... 9 Venting Installation Instructions ...11 Installation ... 1 Pilot/Electrode Assembly Adjustment ... 6 Burner Flame Adjustment ... 6 Operating Guidlines and Maintenance Instructions... 7 WARNING: Improper in- stallation, adjustment, al- teration, service or main- tenance can cause in-...

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Unless you use DESA components, which have 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, air inlet system and damper control.

  • Page 4: With Fireplace

    SAFETy INFORMATION Continued WARNING: Do not allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns. 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 material on or near the appliance.

  • Page 5: Dimensions

    TOP VIEW (Left Side) (Back) 24" "ø (Right Side) " RIGHT SIDE " " (Opening) TOP VIEW (Left Side) 24" ø1 (Back) " (Right Side) " RIGHT SIDE " " 32" (Opening) 56131-F DIMENSIONS (Front) "ø " 32" " " Figure 1 - Peninsula Dimensions (Front) "...

  • Page 6: Pre-Installation Preparation

    LOCATION AND SPACE REqUIREMENTS Determine the safest and most efficient location for your DESA direct-vent fireplace. Make sure that rafters and wall studs are not in the way of the venting system. Choose a location where the heat output is not affected by drafts, air conditioning ducts, windows or doors.
  • Page 7 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued Combustible Material Left Side TOP VIEW Surround (0" Min.) Right Side Surround 2" (0" Min.) Wall In Front Of Glass Perpendicular 36" Min. Wall 2" Min. From Opening Minimum 1" Clearance from Side (Only for See-Thru) Figure 5 - Minimum Clearances (See-Thru Shown) Woodwork, such as wood trims, mantels and other combustible materials should not be placed within...
  • Page 8 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued Figure 9 - Rough Opening for Installing See-Thru Fireplace 2" Dia. Hole 3" Figure 10 - Hole Locations For Gas Line and Electric Wires for Peninsula and See-Thru Fireplaces Figure 11 - Alternate Gas Supply Location Square Min. "...

  • Page 9: General Venting

    These models are approved for use with DESA 58 Series, rigid type direct vent pipe as supplied by DESA or with approved types of flexible vent pipe (not supplied) when appropriate sized for an 8" outer and 5" inner diameter application.
  • Page 10 Fixed Closed Openable TERMINATION CAP A = clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony [*12" (30.5 cm) minimum] B = clearance to window or door that may be opened [6" (15 cm) min. for 10,000 Btu or less; 9" (23 cm) in US if between 10,000 and 50,000, 12"...

  • Page 11: Venting Installation Instructions

    • Installation of any damaged venting component • Unauthorized modification of the venting system • Installation of any component part not manu- factured or approved by DESA • Installation other than as instructed by these instructions WARNING: This gas fireplace and vent assembly must be vented directly to the outside.

  • Page 12: Venting Installation

    You may use a chase with a vent termination with exposed pipe on the exterior of the house. See Installing Vent System in a Chase. Your DESA direct-vent fireplace has been tested for a minimum 3' rise with a maximum 11" wall thickness. Any horizontal application longer than 12"...
  • Page 13 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued 2. Rigid vent pipes and fittings have special twist-lock connections. Assemble the desired combination of pipe and elbows to the appli- ance adaptor with pipe seams oriented towards the wall or floor. The female ends of the Twist-lock Procedure: pipes and fittings have four locking lugs (in- dentations).
  • Page 14 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Combustible Exterior Wall: stucco, or wood exteriors, a siding standoff must be installed between the vent cap and exterior wall. The siding standoff prevents excessive heat from damaging siding materials. Siding materials must be cut to accommodate standoff.

  • Page 15: Vertical Termination

    VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Horizontal Termination Configurations Figures 22 and 23 show different configurations for venting with horizontal termination. Each figure includes a chart with vertical minimum/maximum and horizontal maximum dimensions which must be met. All connections must be sealed with high temperature silicone sealant as specified in the second warning statement on page 11.
  • Page 16 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Note: Pay special attention to these installa- tion instructions for required clearances (air space) to combustibles when passing through ceilings, walls, roofs, enclosures, attic rafters, etc. Do not pack air spaces with insulation. Also note maximum vertical rise of the vent- ing system and any maximum horizontal offset limitations.

  • Page 17: Cathedral Ceiling Installation

    VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued 5. Place the flashing over the pipe section(s) extending through the roof. Apply a bead of silicone or roof sealer to the bottom flange of flashing and secure the base of the flashing to the roof and framing with roofing nails. Be sure roofing material overlaps the top edge of the flashing as shown in Figure 24, page 15.
  • Page 18 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Vertical Termination Configurations Figures 29 through 32 show four different configu- rations for vertical termination. These minimum vertical rises are based on horizontal runs with a minimum of 1/4" upwards pitch per foot ad do not reflect constraints on a vertical system with 45°...
  • Page 19 Elbow Figure 32 - Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration With No Horizontal Run HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION Your DESA direct-vent fireplace has been tested and approved for elevations from 0-2,000 feet (USA) and elevations from 0-4,500 feet (Canada) Fireplaces for High Altitude (models ending in -HA) are for installation above 4,000 feet only.
  • Page 20 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Number Description PA58-71 Adjustable 7"-1" Section Double Wall Pipe, Galvanized FPA58-6 6" Dura Vent Collar to FMI Pipe Adaptor E58-45 45° Elbow, Galvanized E58-90 90° Elbow, Galvanized FSE58-45 45° Starter Elbow (Dura Vent to FMI Pipe) FP-58 Firestop Plate WF-58...

  • Page 21: Installation

    INSTALLATION WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION Since the VDVF36TPNEA/TSTEA series uses a 24 VAC current supplied from a transformer mounted on the ignition module and is prewired for easy connection to a wall switch (see Figure 34). The (V)DVF36TPNA/TSTA models use a self gener- ated millivolt current that allows you to activate the gas control valve directly without the use of normal household electricity (see Figure 35).
  • Page 22 INSTALLATION Continued You may test the blower for operation by turning the control knob clockwise just until it clicks on which is the full on position. Adjust the fan speed to the lowest setting (this should be no more than 1/4 of a turn clockwise).
  • Page 23 INSTALLATION Continued Optional Fan Kit Plug Extension Cord Valve 16AI To Thermopoile Figure 40 - Installing Remote Receiver (SKYTECH Model) Battery Cover 1 Volt Battery Pull to Remove Insulation Tab Figure 41 - Installing Battery in Hand- Held Remote Control Unit (SKYTECH) GAS LINE HOOK-UP WARNING: Before you pro- ceed, make sure your gas supply...
  • Page 24 INSTALLATION Continued 2. Prepare incoming gas line and check with local codes regarding the use of teflon tape. Complete your gas line installation by con- necting incoming gas line with flexible gas line. Secure tightly with a wrench, but Do NoT overTiGhTeN.
  • Page 25 INSTALLATION Continued 4. Figure 47 shows the log set. Logs “A” have the knot at the end of the log. Logs “B” have the knot at the middle of the log. Twigs “C” have the shape of a “Y”. Twigs “D” have the shape of bent twigs.

  • Page 26: Pilot/Electrode Assembly Adjustment

    INSTALLATION Continued DECORATIVE FACING Any noncombustible material may be used for facing (glass, tile, brick, etc.) as long as the proper clearances are observed (see Clearances, page 6). IMPORTANT: Louvered openings must not be ob- structed, and upper and lower panels must remain removable for servicing.

  • Page 27: Operating Guidlines And Maintenance Instructions

    bURNER FLAME ADjUSTMENT Continued 4. Slide burner forward off orifice and turn to one side to clear opening in hearth pan. Be careful not to bend or damage pilot or ignitor element. 5. To reinstall burner, follow reverse steps making sure air shutter on burner tube is completely seated over orifice mount.

  • Page 28: Operating Fireplace

    OPERATING GUIDELINES AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Continued CLEANING AND REPLACING GLASS DOOR Note: Before proceeding, make sure unit is com- pletely cool. 1. Remove top and bottom louvers and screen assembly. Undo 4 latches and open glass door. The procedure is the same for the end lover panel but the entire frame must be removed as one assembly.
  • Page 29 OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.

  • Page 30: Specifications

    Technical Service Department at 1-866-672-6040. When calling, please have your model and serial Main numbers ready. Burner You can also visit DESA’s Technical Services web site at www.desatech.com. Flame Note: Use only original replacement parts. This Adjustment will protect your warranty coverage for parts Knob replaced under warranty.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply original replacement part(s) call DESA at 1-866-672-6040 for referral information. WARNING: Turn off heater, disconnect power if applicable and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater.
  • Page 32 PROBLEM When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at pilot ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM PROBLEM Ignitor will not spark or burner will not light Burner will not stay lit TROUbLESHOOTING Continued POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. Defective ignitor 2. Defective pilot or misaligned electrode at pilot 3.

  • Page 33: Wiring Diagrams

    Technical Service Department at 1-866-672-6040. When calling, please have your model and serial numbers ready. You can also visit DESA’s Technical Services web site at www.desatech.com. Note: Use only original replacement parts. This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty.

  • Page 34: Replacement Parts And Accessories

    Usually, we will ask you to return the part to the factory. PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply original replacement part(s) call DESA at 1-866-672-6040 for referral information. When calling DESA, have ready • model number of your fireplace •...

  • Page 35: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Continued BLOWER KIT - DAVDBK (02261) For all models. Increases air circulation to maxi- mize heat distribution. END LOUVER KIT (Peninsula Only) Brass - 06138 Black with Brass Trim - 01645 LOUVER KIT Brass - 01628 Black with Brass Trim - 01627 PIEzO IGNITOR - 14261 GRATE - 11184...

  • Page 36: Warranty Information

    We make no other warranty, expressed or implied. DESA warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for two (2) 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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