Pre-Installation Preparation - Desa (V)T32EN SERIES Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

PRODUCT FEATURES
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• The blower requires electricity if installed and
if you plan to install the blower at a later date,
do not forget to wire the outlet at the bottom of
the fireplace when framing.
• The electronic ignition creates spark to ignite
the pilot light. It does not require any matches,
batteries or any other sources of ignition to light
the pilot.
• Each time you turn on your fireplace, you may
notice some amount of condensation on the in-
side of the fireplace glass. This is normal and will
disappear after 10-20 minutes of operation.
• Your direct-vent gas fireplace system (fireplace
and venting) is a balanced and sealed gas op-
erating unit. It requires approximately 10-20
minutes of operating time before the flame
pattern stabilizes.
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. Figure 2 shows some
common locations. Be aware of all restrictions and
precautions before deciding the exact location for
your fireplace and termination cap.
When deciding the location of your fireplace,
follow these rules:
• Do not connect this fireplace venting to a chim-
ney flue serving a separate solid-fuel burning
fireplace or appliance.
• Due to high temperatures, do not locate this
fireplace in high traffic areas, windy or drafty
areas or near furniture or draperies.
• Proper clearances must be maintained.
• If your fireplace is to be installed directly on
carpeting, vinyl tile or any combustible mate-
rial other than wood, it must be installed on a
metal or wood panel extending the full width
and depth of the fireplace. See Figure 3.
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• Your fireplace is designed to be used in zero clear-
ance installations. Wall or framing material can be
placed directly against any exterior surface on the
back, sides or top of your fireplace, except where
standoff spacers are integrally attached. If standoff
spacers are attached to your fireplace, these spac-
ers can be placed directly against wall or framing
material. See framing details on page 6.
• If you plan on installing a television or enter-
tainment center recessed above your fireplace, it
is recommended that you maintain a minimum
18" above top of louver opening.
• When locating termination cap, it is important
to observe the minimum clearances shown in
Figure 7, page 7.
• If recessing into a wall, you can avoid extra
framing by positioning your fireplace against
an already existing framing member.
• Do not recess termination cap into a wall or
siding.
• You may paint the termination cap with 450º F
(232º C) heat-resistant paint to coordinate with
the exterior finish.
• There must not be any obstruction such as bushes,
garden sheds, fences, decks or utility buildings
within 24" from the front of the termination cap.
• Do not locate termination cap where excessive
snow or ice build up may occur. Be sure to
clear vent termination area after snow falls to
prevent accidental blockage of venting system.
When using snow blowers, do not direct snow
towards vent termination area.
Through exterior wall
enclosed in a chase
Figure 2 - Common Fireplace Locations
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Figure 3 - Fireplace Bottom Dimensions
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