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VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
CGCFTP
14,000 to 26,000 Btu/Hr
with Thermostat
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result caus-
ing 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
qualified installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*, permanently located, manufactured
(mobile) home, where not prohibited by 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.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer
COMPACT FIREPLACE
Save this manual for future reference.
Shown with Optional
Cabinet Mantel/Hearth
Base Accessory
WARNING: Improper installa-
tion, adjustment, alteration, ser-
vice, or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Re-
fer to this manual for correct
installation and operational pro-
cedures. For assistance or ad-
ditional information consult a
qualified installer, service
agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING: This is an unvented
gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxy-
gen) from the room in which it is
installed. Provisions for ad-
equate combustion and venti-
lation air must be provided.
Refer to Air for Combustion and
Ventilation section on page 5 of
this manual.
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- Page 1 VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL CGCFTP 14,000 to 26,000 Btu/Hr with Thermostat WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result caus- ing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
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Page 2: Safety Information
VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE 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 fireplace. Im- proper use of this fireplace can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosion, electrical shock, and carbon monoxide poisoning. -
Page 3: Local Codes
SAFETY INFORMATION Continue 15. Turn off and unplug fireplace and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and re- pair fireplace. 16. Operating fireplace above elevations of 4,500 feet could cause pilot outage. 17. Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken. - Page 4 VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE ASSEMBLY WARNING: Always have branch support and screen in place before operating fireplace. This prevents excessive tempera- tures on fireplace surfaces. WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this fireplace may result in prop- erty damage or personal injury.
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Page 5: Air For Combustion And Ventilation
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- structions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel-burning appliances in your home. - Page 6 VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR FIREPLACE LOCATION Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Use this worksheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space. Space: Includes the room in which you will install fireplace plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms.
- Page 7 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" of the ceiling and one within 12" of the floor on the wall connecting the two spaces (see options 1 and 2, Figure 5).
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Page 8: Check Gas Type
VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE INSTALLATION NOTICE: This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat. Use this heater along with your pri- mary heating system. Do not in- stall this heater as your primary heat source. If you have a central heating system, you may run system’s circulating blower while using heater. -
Page 9: Built-In Fireplace Installation
INSTALLATION Continued An optional blower kit is available from your dealer. See Accessories, pages 26 and 27. If planning to use blower, locate fire- place near an electrical outlet. BUILT-IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Built-in installation of this fireplace involves installing fireplace into a framed-in enclo- sure. -
Page 10: Optional Mantel Installation
VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued MANTEL CLEARANCES FOR BUILT-IN INSTALLATION If placing mantel above built-in fireplace, you must meet minimum clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening. NOTICE: Surface temperatures of adjacent walls and mantels be- come hot during operation. - Page 11 INSTALLATION Continued ASSEMBLING BRASS TRIM (Brass trim shipped with mantel) 1. Remove packaging from three remain- ing pieces of brass trim. 2. Locate two adjusting plates with set screws, and two shims in the hardware packet. 3. Align shim under adjusting plate as shown in Figure 15.
- Page 12 VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued 4. Carefully disconnect green and white wires at their insulated connectors. 5. In top of the heater cabinet, locate the four mounting holes on the outer cas- ing. Align these four holes with those on the blower bracket assembly.
- Page 13 INSTALLATION Continued For Built-In Installation WARNING: A licensed elec- trician must connect the wiring harness to electrical supply fol- lowing all local codes. Electri- cian must provide a clamp on the box cover to secure the wir- ing. Wiring should be routed through the bushing in the hole on the outer casing of heater.
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Page 14: Connecting To Gas Supply
VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Extension Cord Use extension cord if needed. The cord must have a three-prong, grounding plug and a three-hole receptacle. Make sure cord is in good shape. It must be heavy enough to carry the current needed. -
Page 15: Heater Control
INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE TO HEATER CONTROL Installation Items Needed • Phillips screwdriver • sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not provided) 1. Remove fireplace screen. Remove two screws that hold fireplace screen in place for shipping. These screws are located near top of screen. -
Page 16: Checking Gas Connections
VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE 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 noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints. -
Page 17: Operating Fireplace
OPERATING FIREPLACE 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 18: Inspecting Burner
VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Fireplace Turn control knob clockwise Clockwise to the OFF position. 2. Turn off all electric power to the ap- pliance if service is to be performed. Shutting Off Burner Only (pilot stays lit) Turn control knob clockwise... -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
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 spark at ODS/pilot When ignitor button is pressed, there is... - Page 20 VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit Delayed ignition of burner Burner backfiring during combustion Yellow flame during burner combustion Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Fireplace produces a whistling noise when burner is lit White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture...
- Page 21 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 22: Replacement Parts
Parts Central (see page 23). If they can’t supply original replacement part(s) call DESA International at 1-866-672-6040 for referral information. When calling DESA International, have ready: • model number of your fireplace • the replacement part number SERVICE HINTS When Gas Pressure Is Too Low •... -
Page 23: Specifications
You may have further questions about in- stallation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA International’s Technical Service Department at 1-866-672-6040. When calling, please have your model and serial numbers of your heater ready. You can also visit DESA International’s technical service site www.desatech.com. Halco Enterprises... - Page 24 VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN CGCFTP CGCFTP 12-1 107036...
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Page 25: Parts List
PARTS LIST CGCFTP ** Part not available for field replacement. 107036 This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 22 of this manual. CGCF26TP PART NO. DESCRIPTION 102633-02 Outer Casing Top 102624-02... - Page 26 Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer or Parts Central (see page 23). If they cannot supply these accessories call DESA International’s Sales Department at 1-866-672-6040 for referral information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual.
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Page 28: Warranty Information
VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE DESA International 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.