Desa VVC36NE Series Owner's Operation And Installation Manual
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NATURAL GAS MODELS (V)VC36NE SERIES
PROPANE/LP GAS MODELS (V)VC36PE SERIES
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.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*, permanently located, manufactured (mo-
bile) home, where not prohibited by state or 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, unless a certified kit is used.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer.
State of Massachusetts: The installation must be made by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in
the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
FOR YOUR SAFETY
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DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE
OWNER'S OPERATION AND
INSTALLATION MANUAL
WARNING: Improper installation,
adjustment, 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
installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
Installation and service must
be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
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- Page 1 NATURAL GAS MODELS (V)VC36NE SERIES PROPANE/LP GAS MODELS (V)VC36PE SERIES 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. FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ...2 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ...3 LOCAL CODES ...3 PRODUCT FEATURES ...4 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION...4 LOCATION OF TERMINATION CAP ...6 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...7 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION ...16 WIRING DIAGRAM ...23 OPERATING FIREPLACE ...23 INSPECTING BURNERS ...24 SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: This product contains and/or generates chemicals known to the State of California to cause... -
Page 3: Product Identification
SAFETY INFORMATION Continued This fireplace reaches high temperatures. Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing igni- tion. Fireplace will remain hot for a time after shutdown. Allow surfaces to cool before touching. Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room with fireplace. -
Page 4: Product Features
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 CLEARANCES Minimum clearances to combustibles for the fireplace are as follows: *Back and sides 0"/mm Perpendicular walls 6" (152 mm) Floor 0"/mm Ceiling to louver opening 42" (1067 mm) Front 36" (914 mm) 0"/mm Vent (See venting instructions for specific venting clearances.) Combustible material with a maximum thickness of 5/8"... -
Page 6: Location Of Termination Cap
LOCATION OF TERMINATION CAP TERMINATION CAP A = clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony [*12 inches (30.5mc) minimum] B = clearance to window or door that may be opened [12 inches (30.5cm) minimum] C = clearance to permanently closed window [minimum 12 inches (30.5cm) recommended to prevent condensation on window] D = vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal within a horizontal distance of 24 inches (61cm) from the... -
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. 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
Installation Planning VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued INSTALLATION PLANNING There are two basic types of direct-vent installation: • Horizontal Termination • Vertical Termination Horizontal Termination Installation IMPORTANT: Horizontal square terminations require only in- ner portion of wall firestop. Horizontal installations using round termination require exterior portion of wall firestop (see Figure 14, page 10). - Page 9 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued WARNING: Do not recess vent termination into any wall. This will cause a fire hazard. Noncombustible Exterior Wall: cap in the center of the 8 " round hole and attach to the exterior wall with four screws. Note: The four wood screws provided should be replaced with appropriate fasteners for stucco, brick, concrete or other types of sidings.
- Page 10 45° Elbow Horizontal High Wind Square Termination Wall Firestop 45° Elbow Wall Firestop Figure 14 - Horizontal Termination Configuration for Square or Round Termination www.desatech.com Vertical (V) Horizontal (H) " 17" max. Exterior Portion of Wall Firestop (Round Termination Only) Horizontal Round Termination...
- Page 11 Not to Exceed (H) Limits Square Termination Wall Firestop 45° Elbow Figure 15 - Horizontal Termination Configuration for Corner Installation Using One 90° Elbow 116235-01C Vertical (V) Vertical Pipe " min. " min. " min. " min. " min. * Ground Floor Corner Venting 90°...
- Page 12 Installation Planning (Cont.) VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued HORIZONTAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION USING TWO 90° ELBOWS The following configurations show the minimum vertical rise re- quirements for a horizontal system using two 90° elbows. Venting with Two 90° Elbows Vertical (V) Horizontal (H 5' min.
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Page 13: Installation For Vertical Termination
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued INSTALLATION FOR VERTICAL TERMINATION Note: Vertical restrictor must be installed in all vertical installations. 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 14 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation for Vertical Termination (Cont.) 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) Horizontal (H Horizontal (H 5' min. 2' max.
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Page 15: High Altitude Installation
116235-01C Installation for Vertical Termination (Cont.) HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION Your DESA direct-vent fireplace has been 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 16: Fireplace Installation
Magnetic Strips Exhaust Port Screw Figure 25 - Blower Model BK www.desatech.com 116235-01C... - Page 17 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Mount speed control box to switch bracket by placing the plastic control shaft forward through the opening in the switch bracket (see Figure 26). While supporting speed control, secure control shaft with lock nut by pushing and turning lock nut with pliers clockwise until it is tight against front panel.
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Page 18: Installation Items Needed
Blower Wiring Diagram CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. Figure 29 - Blower Wiring Diagram for Thermostat-Controlled Models INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION WARNING: A qualified service person must con- nect fireplace to gas supply. -
Page 19: Checking Gas Connections
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued CAUTION: Use only new, black iron or steel pipe. Internally-tinned copper tubing may be used in certain areas. Check your local codes. Use pipe of 1/2" inside diameter or greater to allow proper gas volume to fireplace. If pipe is too small, undue loss of volume will occur. - Page 20 Equipment Shutoff Valve Equipment Shutoff Propane/LP Valve Supply Tank Gas Valve Figure 34 - Checking Gas Joints for Propane/LP Gas Fireplace Open Closed www.desatech.com 116235-01C...
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Page 21: 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. 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 22 Installing Optional Brick Liner Models BL36DA(SA) and BL36DHA(SA) Wall Switch Installation Optional Remote Control Installation FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Fireplace Receptacle Extension Cord Figure 40 - Installing the WRC Remote Receiver www.desatech.com Remote Control Receiver Ignition Module Plug 116235-01C...
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Page 23: Wiring Diagram
WIRING DIAGRAM PILOT IGNITOR LEAD ORANGE GREEN OPERATING FIREPLACE 116235-01C For Your Safety Read Before Lighting BLUE TRANSFORMER WHITE BLACK GROUND Figure 42 - Turning Equipment Shutoff Valve to the OFF Position www.desatech.com OPERATING FIREPLACE Lighting Instructions... -
Page 24: Inspecting Burners
To Turn Off Gas To Appliance Optional Remote Operation Operating Optional Blower Accessory INSPECTING BURNERS Pilot Assembly Burner Flame Pattern TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Turn off the wall switch. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed. -
Page 25: Cleaning And Maintenance
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn off fireplace and let cool before cleaning. CAUTION: You must keep control areas, burners and circulating air passageways of fireplace clean. Inspect these areas of fireplace before each use. Have fireplace inspected yearly by a qualified service person. -
Page 26: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Note: Before troubleshooting the system, make sure the gas shutoff valve is ON. The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are: 1. Loose wiring connections 2. Construction debris clogging the pilot and/or gas control valve filter OBSERVED PROBLEM Ignitor will not spark or pilot will not light Pilot will not stay lit... - 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: Replacement Parts
You may have further questions about installation, operation or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESAʼs 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 DESAʼs technical service web site at www.desatech.com. www.desatech.com 116235-01C... -
Page 29: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS 21,000/30,000 Btu/hr Gas Type Ignition Manifold Pressure Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure Dimension, Inches/mm (HxWxD) Fireplace (Actual size of firebox. Measurements do not include nailing flanges or 914 x 1041 x 537 mm standoffs). Carton 965 x 1118 x 559 mm Weight, lbs/kg* Fireplace Shipping... -
Page 30: Illustrated Parts Breakdown And Parts List
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models VC36NE, VVC36NE, VC36PE, VVC36PE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODELS VC36NE, VVC36NE, VC36PE AND VVC36PE www.desatech.com 116235-01C... -
Page 31: Parts List
PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 28 of this manual. PART NUMBER 108010-01 108011-01 108011-02 109082-01 116215-01 116338-01 116339-01 110989-02 110991-02 110990-02 108719-01 12105 11418 14123... - Page 32 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models VC36NE, VVC36NE, VC36PE, VVC36PE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN BURNER ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS VC36NE, VVC36NE, VC36PE AND VVC36PE www.desatech.com 116235-01C...
- Page 33 PARTS LIST BURNER ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS VC36NE, VVC36NE, VC36PE AND VVC36PE This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 28 of this manual. **Not a field replaceable part. 116235-01C PART NUMBER...
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Page 34: Accessories
fireplace models. Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local retailer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESAʼs Sales Department at 1-866-672-6040. for information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual. -
Page 35: Owner's Registration Card
Address: City: Home Phone: E-Mail: Please answer the following questions to register your product with DESA: 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? Who selected the product? �... - Page 36 TAPE 2701 Industrial Drive P.O. Box 90004 Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004 www.desatech.com TAPE Postage Required 116235-01C...
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Page 38: 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.