Desa EFS33NR Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

Desa owner's operation and installation manual unvented (vent-free) gas fireplace efs33nr,vsgf33nr,vsgf33nr,vsgf33pr

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EFS33NR
EFS33PR
VSGF33NR
VSGF33PR
Remote-Ready
Fireplace System
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,* 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
Save this manual for future reference.
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UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) GAS FIREPLACE
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OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
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hearth base, and trim
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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 adequate
combustion and ventilation air
must be provided. Refer to Air for
Combustion and Ventilation sec-
tion on page 4 of this manual.

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  • Page 1 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com EFS33NR EFS33PR VSGF33NR VSGF33PR Remote-Ready Fireplace System 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.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ... 2 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ... 3 LOCAL CODES ... 4 UNPACKING ... 4 PRODUCT FEATURES ... 4 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION ... 4 INSTALLATION ... 7 OPERATING FIREPLACE ... 15 INSPECTING BURNERS ...
  • Page 3: Product Identification

    SAFETY INFORMATION Continued 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. Do not place propane/LP supply tank(s) inside any structure. Lo- cate propane/LP supply tank(s) outdoors (propane/LP units only). If you smell gas •...
  • Page 4: Local Codes

    LOCAL CODES UNPACKING PRODUCT FEATURES AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION 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 ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54*. *Available from: American National Standards Institute, Inc.
  • Page 5 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION The following are excerpts from National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation. All spaces in homes fall into one of the three following ventilation classifications: Unusually Tight Construction Unconfined Space...
  • Page 6 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Determining Fresh-Air Flow for Heater Location (Cont.) Ventilation Air AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued The space in the example on page 5 is a confined space because the actual Btu/Hr used is more than the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support. You must provide additional fresh air.
  • Page 7: Installation

    INSTALLATION NOTICE: This heater is intended for use as supple- mental heat. Use this heater along with your primary heating system. Do not install 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 8: Conventional Fireplace Installation

    INSTALLATION Assembling and Attaching Optional Brass Trim Installation Clearances Conventional Fireplace Installation INSTALLATION Continued ASSEMBLING AND ATTACHING OPTIONAL BRASS TRIM (Included with Mantel Accessory) IMPORTANT: If you are recessing the firebox in a wall, do not attach brass trim at this time. See Built-In Fireplace Installation, pages 10 and 11.
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION Continued cabinet/corner mantel directly on the floor. The corner mantel accessory cannot be installed with the G3333F/G3334U/G3004W/ G3335F/G3007U hearth base. The corner mantel can be paired with the G3008F/G3009U/G3010F corner hearth base. If mounting fireplace and cabinet or corner mantel to the floor, an optional G3005J/3005S/3005B Slim Base kit may be installed.
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION 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. If installing a mantel above the fireplace, you must follow the clearances shown in Figure 16, page 11.
  • Page 11: Installing Gas Piping To Fireplace Location

    INSTALLATION Continued NOTICE: Surface temperatures of adjacent walls and mantels become hot during operation. Walls and mantels above the firebox may become hot to the touch. If installed properly, these temperatures meet the requirement of the national product standard. Follow all minimum clearances shown in this manual. Note: 10"...
  • Page 12 INSTALLATION Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Location (Cont.) Connecting Fireplace to Gas Supply 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 18). IMPORTANT: Install equipment shutoff valve in an accessible location.
  • Page 13: Checking Gas Connections

    INSTALLATION Continued Attach the flexible gas line to gas supply (see Figure 20). Check tightness of flexible gas line attached to gas regulator of fire- place (see Figure 20). Check all gas connections for leaks. See Checking Gas Con- nections. Replace log base assembly back into fireplace.
  • Page 14: Installing Logs

    INSTALLATION Checking Gas Connections (Cont.) Installing Logs INSTALLATION Continued Gas Control Valve Figure 22 - Checking Gas Joints for Natural Gas Equipment Shutoff Valve Gas Control Valve Figure 23 - Checking Gas Joints for Propane/LP Gas INSTALLING LOGS WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accor- dance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury.
  • Page 15: Operating Fireplace

    INSTALLATION Continued Notches Screws for Mounting Screen Figure 28 - Installing Fireplace Screen OPERATING FIREPLACE FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing prop- erty damage, personal injury or loss of life. A.
  • Page 16: Operating Fireplace

    OPERATING FIREPLACE Lighting Instructions (Cont.) To Turn Off Gas To Appliance Manual Lighting Procedure Optional Remote Operation OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued With control knob pressed in, press and release ignitor but- ton. This will light pilot. The pilot is attached to the front burner.
  • Page 17: Optional Blower Operation

    OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued GHRCTA Series Operation: 2b. Press the AUTO/ON/OFF button on the hand-held remote control (see Figure 33). The lights to the left of the button will show AUTO, ON, or OFF. • In the ON mode, the burners will ignite. The heater is in manual mode when ON is lit.
  • Page 18: Inspecting Burners

    INSPECTING BURNERS Pilot Flame Pattern Main Burner Front Burner Flame Pattern INSPECTING BURNERS Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often. PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 34 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. Figure 35 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern. The incorrect pilot flame is not properly heating the thermocouple.
  • Page 19: Cleaning And Maintenance

    CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn off fireplace and let cool before cleaning. CAUTION: You must keep control areas, burner, 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 20: Troubleshooting

    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 21 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit Delayed ignition of one or both burners Burner backfiring during combustion Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Moisture/condensation noticed on windows Heater produces a whistling noise when burners are lit White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture...
  • Page 22 TROUBLESHOOTING 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.
  • Page 23: Wiring Diagram

    TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about installation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA International’s Technical Service Department at 1-866-672-6040. You can also visit DESA International’s technical services web site at www.desatech.com. WIRING DIAGRAM SPECIFICATIONS REPLACEMENT PARTS SERVICE HINTS...
  • Page 24: Illustrated Parts Breakdown

    ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Log Base Assembly Models EFS33NR, VSGF33NR, EFS33PR & VSGF33PR ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN LOG BASE ASSEMBLY EFS33NR, VSGF33NR EFS33PR, VSGF33PR (Shown) For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 107172...
  • Page 25 M11084-26 101628-03 M11084-38 901056-01 103284-03 100563-01 103877-01 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 107172 Models EFS33NR, VSGF33NR, EFS33PR & VSGF33PR EFS33PR VSGF33PR DESCRIPTION 104388-02 Front Log (#1) 104390-02 Middle Log (#2) 104392-02 Rear Log (#3) 104394-02...
  • Page 26 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Fireplace Models EFS33NR, VSGF33NR, EFS33PR & VSGF33PR ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FIREPLACE EFS33NR,VSGF33NR EFS33PR, VSGF33PR For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 107172...
  • Page 27 103590-01 104313-01 104313-02 M10908-2 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 107172 Models EFS33NR, VSGF33NR, EFS33PR & VSGF33PR DESCRIPTION Top Outer Casing Outer Casing Right Front Side Left Front Side Phillips Pan Head Screw, #10 Top Front...
  • Page 28: Accessories

    Notice: All accessories may not be available for all fireplace models. Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA International at 1-866-672-6040 for information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual.
  • Page 29 ACCESSORIES Continued CORNER HEARTH BASE G3008F Series - Walnut Finished G3009U Series - Unfinished G3010F Series - Oak Finished For all models. The corner hearth base is designed for use with the corner mantels to create a handsome riser for the fireplace. Dimensions (WxHxD): 6"...
  • Page 30 ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES Continued RECEIVER AND HAND-HELD REMOTE CONTROL KIT - GHRC SERIES For all models. Allows the gas fireplace to be turned on and off by using a hand-held remote control. WALL-MOUNT THERMOSTAT SWITCH - GWMT1 (Not Shown) For all models. The desired comfort setting can be selected on the wall thermostat and the fireplace will automatically cycle from pilot to the heat setting selected.
  • Page 31: Owner's Registration Form

    Address: City: Home Phone: E-Mail: Please answer the following questions to register your product with DESA International: 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?
  • Page 32 Postage Required 2701 Industrial Drive P.O. Box 90004 Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 107172...
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  • Page 34: Warranty Information

    DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for four (4) years and five (5) years on stainless steel burners from the date of first purchase, provided that the product has been properly installed, operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions.

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