Desa VV36EN-B Series Owner's Operation And Installation Manual
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OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
NATURAL GAS MODELS (V)V36EN-B AND VV36ENC1 SERIES
PROPANE/LP GAS MODELS (V)V36EP-B AND VV36EPC1 SERIES
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.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
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.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the ap-
pliance
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future
reference.
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE
For more information, visit www.desatech.com
WARNING: Improper installation, adjust-
ment, alteration, service, or maintenance
can cause injury or property damage. Refer
to this manual for correct installation and
operational procedures. For assistance or
additional information consult a qualified in-
staller, service agency, or the gas supplier.
Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency, or the
gas supplier.
This appliance is only for use with the type
of gas indicated on the rating plate. This ap-
pliance is not convertible for use with other
gases, unless a certified kit is used.
This appliance may be installed in an after-
market*, permanently located, manufactured
(mobile) home, where not prohibited by state
or local codes.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale,
from the manufacturer.
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- Page 1 DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL NATURAL GAS MODELS (V)V36EN-B AND VV36ENC1 SERIES PROPANE/LP GAS MODELS (V)V36EP-B AND VV36EPC1 SERIES 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.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Safety Information ...2 Product Identification ...3 Local Codes...3 Product Features ...3 Pre-Installation Preparation ...4 Location of Termination Cap ...6 Venting Installation Instructions ...7 Fireplace Installation...14 Wiring Diagram ...21 Operating Fireplace ...22 SAFETy INFORMATION WARNING: This product contains and/or generates chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects, or other reproductive harm. -
Page 3: Product Identification
SAFETy INFORMATION Continued 12. Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn paper or other objects. 13. Do not use any solid fuels (wood, coal, paper, cardboard, etc.) in this fireplace. Use only the gas type indicated on fireplace nameplate. -
Page 4: Pre-Installation Preparation
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 5: Framing And Finishing
PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued FRAMING AND FINISHING Figure 4 shows typical framing of this fireplace. Figure 5 shows fram- ing for corner installation. All minimum clearances must be met. For available accessories for this fireplace, see Accessories on page 32. If you are using a separate combustible mantel piece, refer to Figure 6 for proper installation height. -
Page 6: Location Of Termination Cap
LOCATION OF TERMINATION CAP 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 7: Venting Installation Instructions
INSTRUCTIONS NOtICE: Read these instructions completely before attempting installation. These models are tested and approved for use with DESA (direct- vent) pipe components and terminations as well as Simpson-Duravent direct-vent pipe components and terminations. The venting system must terminate on the outside of the structure and can not be attached to a chimney or flue system serving a separate solid fuel or gas burning appliance. -
Page 8: Venting Installation
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued 2. Direct vent pipe sections and components are designed with special twist-lock connections. The female ends of the pipes have twist-Lock Procedure: locking lugs (indentations). These lugs will slide straight into matching slots on the male ends of adjacent pipes. Push pipe sections together and twist one section clockwise approxi- mately one-quarter turn until the sections are fully locked (see Figure 8). - Page 9 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Combustible Exterior Wall Only: the vent pipe before connecting horizontal run to vent cap (see Figure 12). 8. Carefully move fireplace, with vent assembly attached, toward wall and insert vent pipe into horizontal termination. The pipe overlap should be a minimum of 1 Combustible Exterior Wall Only: interior wall surface and attach with screws provided.
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Page 10: Horizontal Termination Configurations
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Horizontal termination Configurations Figures 14 through 18 show different configurations and alterna- tives for venting with horizontal termination. Each figure includes a chart with critical minimum and maximum dimensions which MUST be met. IMPORTANT: If using a venting configuration of only horizontal venting with no vertical run, a 1/4"... -
Page 11: Venting Installation Instructions
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SNORKEL TERMINATION INSTALLATION Recommended Applications: • Installations requiring a vertical rise on building exterior • Any installation using snorkel termination to achieve one foot above ground Snorkel terminations are available for installations requiring a vertical rise on the exterior of the building. If installing snorkel termina- tion below grade, you must provide proper drainage to prevent water from entering snorkel termination (see Figure 16). -
Page 12: Installation For Vertical Termination
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued INStALLAtION FOR vERtICAL tERMINAtION Note: Vertical restrictor must be installed in all vertical installations. 1. Determine the route your vertical venting will take. If ceiling joists, roof rafters, or other framing will obstruct the venting system, consider an offset (see Figure 19) to avoid cutting load bearing members. - Page 13 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued vertical termination Configurations Figures 21 through 24 show four different configurations for verti- cal termination. Venting with Two 90° Elbows Vertical (V) 5' min. 6' min. 7' min. 8' min. 20' max. 45° Elbow Figure 21 - Vertical Venting Configuration Using Two 90° Elbows with Two Horizontal Runs (Vertical Round High Wind Termination Shown) Venting with One 90°...
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Page 14: Fireplace Installation
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION Your DESA direct-vent fireplace has been CSA tested and approved for elevations from 0-2000 feet (USA) and elevations from 0-4500 feet (Canada). When installing this fireplace at an elevation above 2000 feet (in the USA), you may need to decrease the input rating by changing the existing burner orifice to a smaller size. - Page 15 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued 2. Attach green ground wire from power cord to blower housing using screw provided (see Figure 25, page 14). Tighten screws securely. 3. Place the blower against the lower rear wall of the firebox outer wrapper with the exhaust port directed upward. The blower will fit inside the back opening and be held in position against the back wall by the magnets (see Figure 25, page 14).
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Page 16: Blower Wiring Diagram
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued 3. Place the blower against the lower rear wall of the firebox outer wrapper with the exhaust port directed upward and the thermodisc positioned up near the fireplace bottom. The thermodisc must be oriented near the fireplace bottom as shown in Figure 28, page 15, in order to sense temperature and properly operate. -
Page 17: Connecting Fireplace To Gas Supply
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Installation must include an equipment shutoff valve, union, and plugged 1/8" NPT tap. Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up. NPT tap must be upstream from fireplace (see Figure 31). IMPORTANT: Install main gas valve (equipment shutoff valve) in an accessible location. - Page 18 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued test Pressures Equal to or Less than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa) 1. Close equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 33). 2. Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane/LP supply tank valve for propane/LP gas fireplace or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas fireplace, or using compressed air.
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Page 19: Removing Glass Door
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Removing Glass Door If replacement of glass is necessary, the entire assembly, glass and frame, must be replaced. If glass is broken, wear gloves and tape the remaining fragments onto the frame. 1. Remove screen assembly by pushing the rod either left or right and then down and forward to remove screen/rod assembly from the firebox. -
Page 20: Wall Switch Installation
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INStALLING LOGS, LAvA ROCK AND GLOWING EMbERS 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 sup- plied with fireplace. -
Page 21: Wiring Diagram
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued 3. Activate the remote handset battery by removing the insulating tab on the back of the handset (see Figure 48). The battery is included pre-installed. 4. Once the battery is activated the unit is ready to use. 5. -
Page 22: Operating Fireplace
OPERATING FIREPLACE FOR YOUR SAFETY READ bEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. -
Page 23: Inspecting Burners
INSPECTING BURNERS Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often. PILOT ASSEMbLY The pilot assembly is factory preset for the proper flame. Altera- tions may have occurred during shipping and handling. The pilot is located on the back right hand side of the burner. The flame must envelope 1/4"... - Page 24 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Continued PILOT AND bURNERS • Remove ember material before cleaning burners and replace when cleaning is complete. • Burner and controls should be cleaned with compressed air to remove dust, dirt, or lint. • Use a vacuum cleaner or small, soft bristled brush to remove excess dust, dirt, or lint.
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Page 25: Troubleshooting
WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before ser- vicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater. Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are: 1. - Page 26 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 27: Replacement Parts
You may have further questions about installation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA’s Customer Service Depart- ment at 1-866-672-6040. When calling please have your model and serial numbers of your heater ready. You can also visit DESA’s technical service web site at www.desatech.com. SPECIFICATIONS (V)V36EN(S)(H)-b SERIES... -
Page 28: Illustrated Parts Breakdown And Parts List
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAkDOWN MODELS (v)v36EN-B, (v)v36EP-B, vv36ENC1, vv36EPC1, vv36ENSC1, vv36EPSC1, vv36EPHC1 AND vv36ENHC1 10-2 10-1 10-4 10-3 10-6 10-5 www.desatech.com 111253-01F... -
Page 29: Parts List
MODELS (v)v36EN-B, (v)v36EP-B, vv36ENC1, vv36EPC1, vv36ENSC1, vv36EPSC1, vv36EPHC1 AND vv36ENHC1 This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts PART NO. 108010-01 Door Assembly (V Models Only) 108010-02 Door Assembly (VV Models Only) 108011-01 Top Louver Assembly 108011-02 Bottom Louver Assembly 109082-01 Heat Shield... - Page 30 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAkDOWN BURNER ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS (v)v36EN-B, (v)v36EP-B, vv36ENC1, vv36EPC1, vv36ENSC1, vv36EPSC1, vv36EPHC1 AND vv36ENHC1 www.desatech.com 111253-01F...
- Page 31 BURNER ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS (v)v36EN-B, (v)v36EP-B, vv36ENC1, vv36EPC1, vv36ENSC1, vv36EPSC1, vv36EPHC1 AND vv36ENHC1 This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 27 of this manual. NO. PART NO. 114443-01 Burner Pan Assembly 11165 108763-01 Tube Burner...
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Page 32: Accessories
NOtICE: All accessories may not be available for all fireplace models. Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local retailer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA’ at 1-866-672-6040. for information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual. - Page 33 NOTES ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ 111253-01F www.desatech.com...
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Page 34: Warranty Information
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. To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented.