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VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
CGCF26PRA
15,000 to 26,000 Btu/Hr
Remote Control Ready
WARNING: If the information in this manual is
not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal in-
jury, 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* manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by state
or local codes.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer. (I.E. Installation of this product is permitted after the
manufactured (mobile) home is sited)
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 addi-
tional 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 adequate
combustion and ventilation air
must be provided. Refer to Air for
Combustion and Ventilation sec-
tion 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 CGCF26PRA 15,000 to 26,000 Btu/Hr Remote Control Ready WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal in- jury, or loss of life.
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Page 2: Safety Information
VENT-FREE PROPANE 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: Product Identification
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Fireplace Cabinet Ignitor Button Selector Switch (Optional) Figure 1 - Vent-Free Propane Gas Compact Fireplace LOCAL CODES Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223.1, also known as NFPA 54*. - Page 4 VENT-FREE PROPANE COMPACT FIREPLACE ASSEMBLY WARNING: Always have branch support and screen in place before operating fireplace. This prevents excessive tempera- tures on fireplace surfaces. ASSEMBLING FIREPLACE Tools Required: • Phillips screwdriver, • 5/16" hex wrench • Slotted screwdriver Installing Log 1.
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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 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.
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Page 7: Ventilation Air
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 4). -
Page 8: Check Gas Type
VENT-FREE PROPANE 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 BUILT-IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Built-in installation of this fireplace involves installing fireplace into a framed-in enclosure. This makes the front of fireplace flush with wall. An optional brass trim kit accessory is available (see Accessories, page 24). Brass trim will extend past sides of fireplace ap- proximately 1/2 inch. -
Page 10: Optional Mantel Installation
VENT-FREE PROPANE 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. If your installation does not meet the mini- mum clearances in Figure 11, you must: •... -
Page 11: Connecting To Gas Supply
INSTALLATION Continued Attaching Wood Base to Solid Floor For attaching base to solid floors (concrete or masonry) Note: Floor anchors and mounting screws are in hardware package. The hardware pack- age is provided with fireplace. 1. Drill holes at marked locations using 5/16"... -
Page 12: Connecting Fireplace To Gas Supply
VENT-FREE PROPANE COMPACT FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY Installation Items Needed • Phillips screwdriver • sealant (resistant to propane 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 13: Checking Gas Connections
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 mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints. - Page 14 VENT-FREE PROPANE COMPACT FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND-HELD REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES (CGHRC Series and CGHRCT Series) Installing Receiver 1. Remove screws. 2. Disconnect switch wires from the con- trol valve. 3. Remove switch plate (see Figure 22). Discard switch plate after removing. Save the screws.
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Page 15: 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 16: To Turn Off Gas To Appliance
VENT-FREE PROPANE COMPACT FIREPLACE OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Fireplace 1. Turn control knob clockwise to the OFF position. 2a. Set selector switch in the OFF position. 2b. If Using Optional Hand-Held Re- mote: Set selector switch in the OFF position to prevent draining battery. -
Page 17: Inspecting Burners
OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued Shows Temperature Setting Allows Burner to TEMP be Turned On and Off with the Hand-Held Remote Unit. The log heater AUTO will automatically cycle between STATUS pilot and the heat setting that has been selected. Figure 29 - Thermostat Hand-Held Remote Control Unit Selections (CGHRCT only) INSPECTING BURNERS... -
Page 18: Specifications
If they can’t supply original replacement part(s) call DESA International’s Technical Service Department at 1-800-323-5190 for referral information. When calling DESA International, have ready • your name • your address • model number of your fireplace • how fireplace was malfunctioning •... -
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 COMPACT FIREPLACE TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit Delayed ignition burner Burner backfiring during combustion Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Moisture/condensation noticed on windows Heater 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: Illustrated Parts Breakdown
VENT-FREE PROPANE COMPACT FIREPLACE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN CGCF26PRA 28-1 28-2 14-1 105616... -
Page 23: Parts List
PARTS LIST CGCF26PRA This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 18 of this manual. 105616 OWNER’S MANUAL PART NO. DESCRIPTION 102633-02CK Outer Casing Top 102624-02 Outer Casing... - Page 24 Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer or Parts Central (see page 27). If they cannot supply these accessories call DESA International’s Sales Depart- ment at 1-800-458-2472 for referral infor- mation. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual.
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Page 25: Parts Centrals
PARTS CENTRALS Baltimore Electric 1348 Dixwell Avenue Hamden, CT 06514-0322 1-800-397-7553 203-248-7553 Parts Department Portable Heater Parts 342 N. County Rd. 400 East Valparaiso, IN 46383-9704 All States 219-462-7441 1-800-362-6951 Parts Department 1349 Adams St. Bowling Green, KY 42103-3413 502-846-1199 1-800-654-8534 Fax: 1-800-846-0090 Four Flags Power Products... -
Page 26: Warranty Information
VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS HEARTH 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.