Vanguard FB36NCA, FB42NC, FB36CA, FB42C Owner's Operation And Installation Manual
Unvented (vent-free) logmate universal firebox
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UNVENTED (VENT-FREE)
LogMate
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
FB36NCA and FB42NC
Non-circulating Models
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.
— 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 in-
structions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
— Installation and service must be performed by a quali-
fied installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
This firebox 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 permit-
ted after the manufactured (mobile) home is sited).
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FB36CA and FB42C
Circulating Models
WARNING: Improper installa-
tion, adjustment, alteration,
service, or maintenance can
cause injury or property dam-
age. Refer to this manual for
correct installation and opera-
tional procedures. For assis-
tance or additional informa-
tion consult a qualified in-
staller, service agency, or the
gas supplier.
WARNING: For use only with
decorative type unvented room
heaters. Do not build a wood fire.
This firebox has been tested
and approved by I.A.S. under
their REQ. 2-97 for use with any
ANSI Z21.11.2 approved gas
logs.
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Summary of Contents for Vanguard FB36NCA, FB42NC, FB36CA, FB42C
- Page 1 UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) ™ LogMate OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL FB36NCA and FB42NC Non-circulating Models 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: Safety Information
VANGUARD UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) LOGMATE™ FIREBOX SAFETY INFORMATION WARNINGS IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, oper- ate, or service this firebox. Im- proper use of this firebox can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosion, electrical shock, or carbon monoxide poi- soning. -
Page 3: Product Specifications
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Standoffs (Models FB36NCA and FB42NC only) Built-in Nailing Flanges Louvers (Models FB36CA and FB42C only) Figure 1 - Firebox Front View Standoffs (Models FB36NCA and FB42NC only) 1 1/2" 2 3/4" 8 7/16" Electrical Access Hole (for use when using blower power cord with external electrical... -
Page 4: Product Features
VANGUARD UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) LOGMATE™ FIREBOX PRODUCT FEATURES Operation This firebox is designed for use with ap- proved ANSI Z21.11.2 decorative type unvented room heaters. (Physical size limi- tations apply. Refer to minimum firebox requirements supplied with log heater.) It requires no outside venting or chimney mak- ing installation easy and inexpensive. - Page 5 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued DETERMINING AIR FLOW FOR FIREBOX LOCATION Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Use this work sheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space. Space: Includes the room in which you will install firebox plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms.
- Page 6 VANGUARD UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) LOGMATE™ FIREBOX 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"...
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Page 7: Installation Clearances
INSTALLATION NOTICE: This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat. Do not install this heater as your primary heat source. In the event of a power outage, you can use this heater as your primary heat source. NOTICE: A qualified service per- son must install firebox. - Page 8 VANGUARD UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) LOGMATE™ FIREBOX INSTALLATION Continued Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation If placing custom mantel above built-in firebox, you must meet the minimum allow- able clearance between mantel shelf and top of firebox opening shown in Figure 7. These are the minimum allowable mantel clear- ances for a safe installation.
- Page 9 INSTALLATION Continued 3. Carefully set firebox in front of rough opening with back of firebox inside wall opening. IMPORTANT: If install- ing Brass Trim Kit GA6091 or GA6092, see instructions included with brass trim accessory. You must install shoulder screws from brass trim kit now.
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Page 10: Installing Gas Line
VANGUARD UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) LOGMATE™ FIREBOX INSTALLATION Continued 6. Install the brass trim kit furnished with mantel. See instruction sheet included with the mantel now. 7. If installing the optional GA3700 Blower (circulating models only), see instruction sheet included with blower now. - Page 11 INSTALLATION Continued 2. Remove the screw and retainer bracket at the top of the brick liner panel in the back of the firebox. Do not let the panel fall after the bracket is removed. Care- fully remove the rear firebrick liner panel from the firebox.
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Page 12: Technical Service
Figure 21 - Installing Fireplace Screen (Models FB36CA and FB42C Shown) TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about in- stallation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA International’s Techni- cal Service Department at 1-800-DESA LOG (1-800-337-2564). REPLACEMENT PARTS Note : Use only original replacement parts. - Page 13 ACCESSORIES Purchase these firebox accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA International’s Sales Department at 1-800-432-2382 for infor- mation. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual.
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Page 14: Illustrated Parts Breakdown
VANGUARD UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) LOGMATE™ FIREBOX ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FB36NCA AND FB42NC 103451... -
Page 15: Parts List
PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 12 of this manual. FIREBOX FB36NCA AND FB42NC 103451 PART NUMBER FB36NCA FB42NC DESCRIPTION 103437-01 103437-02 Firebox Top 103608-01 103608-01 Firebrick Retainer... - Page 16 VANGUARD UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) LOGMATE™ FIREBOX ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FB36CA AND FB42C 103451...
- Page 17 PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 12 of this manual. FIREBOX FB36CA AND FB42C 103451 PART NUMBER FB36CA FB42C DESCRIPTION 103437-03 103437-04 Firebox Top 103608-01 103608-01 Firebrick Retainer...
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Page 20: Warranty Information
We make no other warranty, expressed or implied. DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for three (3) years from the date of first purchase, provided that the product has been properly installed, operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions.