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VYGF33PRA, VYGF33NRA, FPVF33PR (Millivolt) and FPVF33NR (Millivolt)
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
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Do not try to light any appliance.
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Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use
any phone in your building.
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Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
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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
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UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) GAS FIREPLACE
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OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
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REMOTE-READY GAS FIREPLACE SYSTEMS
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Shown with optional cabinet
mantel and hearth base
accessories.
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 QQQQQQ Shown with optional cabinet mantel, hearth base, and trim accessories. VYGF33PRA, VYGF33NRA, FPVF33PR (Millivolt) and FPVF33NR (Millivolt) REMOTE-READY GAS FIREPLACE SYSTEMS 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: 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 ... 18 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
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.
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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 page 10. Note: The instructions below show assembling and attaching brass trim to fireplace. - Page 9 INSTALLATION Continued sory for models VYGF33NRA or VYGF33PRA can only be paired with the corner hearth base. If mounting fireplace and cabinet or corner mantel to the floor, an optional G3005 Series Slim Base kit may be installed. Assemble cabinet mantel, hearth base, and trim accessories. Assembly instructions are included with each accessory.
- Page 10 Figure 15 - Attaching Fireplace to Wall Studs (VYGF33PRA Shown) BUILT-IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION FOR MODELS FPVF33PR & FPVF33NR 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 20, page 12.
- Page 11 INSTALLATION Continued Frame in rough opening. Use dimensions shown in Figure 16 for the rough opening. If using blower, install wiring and properly ground the three- prong, 120 volt electrical outlet in fireplace. Before replacing bottom of firebox, install duplex outlet to the right support bracket in the bottom of firebox (see Figure 17).
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Page 12: Installing Gas Piping To Fireplace Location
INSTALLATION Built-In Installation Fireplace Installation (Cont.) Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Location 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: If your installation does not meet the mini- mum clearances shown, you must do one of the following: •... -
Page 13: Connecting Fireplace To Gas Supply
INSTALLATION Continued CAUTION: Use only new, black iron or steel pipe. Internally-tinned copper tubing may be used in cer- tain areas. Check your local codes. Use pipe of 1/2" diameter or greater to allow proper gas volume to fireplace. If pipe is too small, undue loss of volume will occur. -
Page 14: Checking Gas Connections
INSTALLATION Connecting Fireplace to Gas Supply (Cont.) Checking Gas Connections INSTALLATION Continued NOTICE: Most building codes do not permit con- cealed gas connections. A flexible gas line is pro- vided to allow accessibility from the fireplace (see Figure 24). The flexible gas supply line connection to the equipment shutoff valve should be accessible. -
Page 15: Installing Logs
INSTALLATION Continued Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa) Close equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 25). 2. Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane/LP supply tank valve for propane/LP gas or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas, or using com- pressed air. - Page 16 Log Set Chassis Figure 28 - Installing One Piece Log Set (Models VYGF33NRA & VYGF33PRA) Chassis Figure 29 - Installing One Piece Log Set (Models FPVF33NR & FPVF33PR) For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com Burner Ports Figure 30 - Installing One Piece Log Set (Top View Models VYGF33NRA &...
- Page 17 INSTALLATION Continued OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND-HELD REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES (GHRC and GHRCTA Series) Installing Remote Receiver Unit Disconnect switch wires from the control valve. Remove screws attaching switchplate. Remove switch plate (see Figure 33). Discard after removing. Install remote receiver unit onto gas log heater base using mounting clips.
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Page 18: Operating Fireplace
OPERATING FIREPLACE For Your Safety Read Before Lighting Lighting Instructions 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 19: To Turn Off Gas To Appliance
OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued WARNING: Make sure the selector switch is in the OFF position when you are away from home for long periods of time. Fireplace will come on automatically with selector switch in the ON position. Ignitor Pilot Burner Pilot Burner Electrode Figure 40 - Pilot (Natural) -
Page 20: Inspecting Burners
OPERATING FIREPLACE Optional Remote Operation (Cont.) Optional Blower Operation INSPECTING BURNERS Pilot Flame Pattern OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued GHRC Series Operation: 2a. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the burner on and off. When turning burner off, the pilot will remain lit. GHRCTA Series Operation: 2b. -
Page 21: Cleaning And Maintenance
INSPECTING BURNERS Continued BURNER PRIMARY AIR HOLES Air is drawn into the burner through the holes in the fitting at the burner entrance. These holes may become blocked with dust or lint. Periodically inspect these holes for any blockage and clean if needed. -
Page 22: Wiring Diagram
Btu (Variable) Type Gas Ignition Pressure Manifold Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water) Maximum Minimum* Shipping Weight * For input adjustment Thermopile VYGF33NRA FPVF33NR 20,000/30,000 Natural Gas Only Piezo 3.5" W.C. 10.5" 5" 122 lbs. VYGF33PRA FPVF33PR 20,000/33,000 Propane/LP Only Piezo 8.0"... -
Page 23: 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 24 TROUBLESHOOTING 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 25 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 26: Illustrated Parts Breakdown And Parts List
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models VYGF33PRA and VYGF33NRA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN VYGF33PRA VYGF33NRA (Shown) For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 105270... -
Page 27: 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 36 of this manual. VYGF33PRA 102785-03 103778-01 098249-01 099387-09 104229-02 102843-01 099056-19 102772-01 M11084-38 104236-01CK M12461-26 104238-01CK 103284-03 098265-02 103782-01... - Page 28 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models VYGF33PRA and VYGF33NRA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FIREBOX VYGF33PRA VYGF33NRA For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 105270...
- Page 29 PARTS LIST FIREBOX VYGF33PRA & VYGF33NRA This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 36 of this manual. PART NUMBER 101357-01 103207-01 102758-02CK 102759-02CK 098304-01 104239-01CK 101712-03 101348-01 099230-02 101872-03...
- Page 30 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models FPVF33PR and FPVF33NR ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FPVF33PR FPVF33NR (Shown) For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 105270...
- Page 31 Switch 104241-01 Remote Switch Bracket 103587-01CK Switch Plate 097809-02 Male Connector 101628-03 Flexible Connector (Hose) M50104-02 Bushing M11084-26 Screw, #10 x .38 ____ 099918-02 Pilot Regulator ____ 099387-07 Pilot Tube (Valve to Regulator) PARTS LIST Models FPVF33PR and FPVF33NR QTY.
- Page 32 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models FPVF33PR and FPVF33NR ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FIREBOX FPVF33PR FPVF33NR For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 105270...
- Page 33 Screen Assembly 103769-01 Duplex Outlet M12461-2 Hex Screw 098304-03 Screw 103706-01 Duplex Receptacle Shield PARTS AVAILABLE — NOT SHOWN 101386-02 Louvered Door Hinge 101784-01 Magnet Catch 102307-01 Strike Plate 103771-01 Strain Relief Fitting PARTS LIST Models FPVF33PR and FPVF33NR QTY.
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Page 34: Accessories
Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA International’s 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 ACCESSORIES Continued QQQQ QQQQ QQQQQ QQ QQ QQ QQQQ QQQQQ QQQQ QQQQ Mantel Trim LAMINATE TRIM FOR HEARTH OR MANTEL G3002J Series - Jade Marble Laminate Mantel Trim G3003J Series - Jade Marble Laminate Hearth Base Trim G3002S Series - Sandstone Marble Laminate Mantel Trim G3003S Series - Sandstone Marble Laminate Hearth Base Trim...
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Page 36: Replacement Parts
If so, contact DESA International’s Technical Ser- vice 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 services web site at www.desatech.com. SERVICE HINTS When Gas Pressure Is Too Low •... -
Page 37: 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 38 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 105270...
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Page 40: Warranty Information
DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for four (4) 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.