Desa (V)T32EN-A Series, (V)T32EP-A Series Owner's Operation And Installation Manual
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NATURAL GAS "TUDOR" MODELS (V)T32EN-A SERIES
PROPANE/LP GAS "TUDOR" MODELS (V)T32EP-A SERIES
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not fol-
lowed 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 instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*, permanently located, manufactured (mo-
bile) home, where not prohibited by state or 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, unless a certified kit is used.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
FOR YOUR SAFETY
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DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE
OWNER'S OPERATION AND
INSTALLATION MANUAL
WARNING: Improper installation,
adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or
property damage. Refer to this
manual for correct installation
and operational procedures.
For assistance or additional
information consult a qualified
installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
Installation and service must
be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
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- Page 1 NATURAL GAS “TUDOR” MODELS (V)T32EN-A SERIES PROPANE/LP GAS “TUDOR” MODELS (V)T32EP-A SERIES WARNING: If the information in this manual is not fol- lowed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ...2 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ...3 LOCAL CODES ...3 PRODUCT FEATURES ...4 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION...4 LOCATION OF TERMINATION CAP ...6 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...7 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION ...16 WIRING DIAGRAM ...23 OPERATING FIREPLACE ...23 INSPECTING BURNERS ...25 SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: This product contains and/or generates chemicals known to the State of California to cause... -
Page 3: Product Identification
SAFETY INFORMATION Continued This fireplace reaches high temperatures. Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing igni- tion. Fireplace will remain hot for a time after shutdown. Allow surfaces to cool before touching. Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room with fireplace. -
Page 4: Product Features
PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION LOCATION AND SPACE REQUIREMENTS Determine the safest and most efficient location for your DESA direct-vent fireplace. Make sure that rafters and wall studs are not in the way of the venting system. Choose a location where the heat output is not affected by drafts, air conditioning ducts, windows or doors. -
Page 5: Framing And Finishing
PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued CLEARANCES Minimum clearances to combustibles for the fireplace are as follows: *Back and sides 0"/mm Perpendicular walls 6" (152 mm) Floor 0"/mm Ceiling to louver opening 42" (1067 mm) Front 36" (914 mm) 0"/mm Vent (See venting instructions for specific venting clearances.) Combustible material with a maximum thickness of 5/8"... -
Page 6: Location Of Termination Cap
LOCATION OF TERMINATION CAP TERMINATION CAP A = clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony [*12 inches (30.5mc) minimum] B = clearance to window or door that may be opened [12 inches (30.5cm) minimum] C = clearance to permanently closed window [minimum 12 inches (30.5cm) recommended to prevent condensation on window] D = vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal within a horizontal distance of 24 inches (61cm) from the... -
Page 7: Venting Installation Instructions
INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE: Read these instructions completely before attempting installation. These models are tested and approved for use with DESA (direct- vent) pipe components and terminations. The venting system must terminate on the outside of the structure and can not be attached to a chimney or flue system serving a separate solid fuel or gas burning appliance. - Page 8 Installation Planning VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Male Slots Female Locking Lugs Figure 8 - Vent Pipe Connections Vent Opening Combustible Wall " (273 mm) " (273 mm) Vent Opening Noncombustible Wall " (216 mm) Figure 9 - Vent Opening Requirements www.desatech.com "...
- Page 9 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Combustible Exterior Wall Only: the vent pipe before connecting horizontal run to vent cap (see Figure 12). Carefully move fireplace, with vent assembly attached, toward wall and insert vent pipe into horizontal termination. The pipe overlap should be a minimum of 1 Combustible Exterior Wall Only: interior wall surface and attach with screws provided (see Figure 12).
- Page 10 Not to Exceed (H) Limits Square Termination Wall Firestop Vertical (V) Vertical Pipe * Ground Floor Corner Venting Not to Exceed (H) Limits 90° Elbow Wall Firestop 45° Elbow Figure 15 - Horizontal Termination Configuration for Corner Installation Using One 90° Elbow www.desatech.com 90°...
- Page 11 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued SNORKEL TERMINATION INSTALLATION Recommended Applications: • Installations requiring a vertical rise on building exterior • Any installation using snorkel termination to achieve one foot above ground Snorkel terminations are available for installations requiring a vertical rise on the exterior of the building. If installing snorkel termina- tion below grade, you must provide proper drainage to prevent water from entering snorkel termination (see Figure 16).
- Page 12 Installation Planning (Cont.) Installation for Vertical Termination VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Venting with Two 90° Elbows Horizontal (H Vertical (V) Horizontal (H 5' min. 6' max. 6' min. 12' max. 7' min. 18' max. 8' min. 20' max. 20' max. 20' max.
- Page 13 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Flat Ceiling Installation Cut a 10 " square hole in the ceiling using the locating hole as a center point. The opening should be framed to 10 (273 mm x 273 mm) inside dimensions, as shown in Figure 9 on page 8 using framing lumber the same size as the ceiling joists.
- Page 14 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation for Vertical Termination (Cont.) VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Venting with One 90° Elbow Vertical (V) 5' min. 6' min. 7' min. 8' min. 20' max. 45° Elbow Figure 22 - Vertical Venting Configuration Using One 90° Elbow (Vertical Round High Wind Termination Shown) Venting with Two 90°...
- Page 15 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION Your DESA direct-vent fireplace has been tested and approved for elevations from 0-2000 feet (USA) and elevations from 0-4500 feet (Canada) . When installing this fireplace at an elevation above 2000 feet (in the USA), you may need to decrease the input rating by changing the existing burner orifice to a smaller size.
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Page 16: Fireplace Installation
Screw Figure 25 - Blower Model BK Mount speed control box to switch bracket by placing the plastic control shaft forward through the opening in the switch bracket (see Figure 26). While supporting speed control, secure control shaft with lock nut by pushing and turning lock nut with pliers clockwise until it is tight against front panel. - Page 17 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Installing Optional Blower Accessory (Cont.) FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Air Flow Direction Thermodisc Figure 28 - Blower Model BKT www.desatech.com 116647-01A...
- Page 18 INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION WARNING: A qualified service person must con- nect fireplace to gas supply. Follow all local codes. CAUTION: For propane/LP units, never connect fireplace directly to the propane/LP supply. This heater requires an external regulator (not supplied). Install the external regulator between the fireplace and propane/LP supply.
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Page 19: Checking Gas Connections
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY Installation Items Needed • 5/16" hex socket wrench or nut-driver • sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not provided) Open lower louver door panel by gently pulling forward. Route flexible gas line (provided by installer) from equipment shutoff valve to fireplace. - Page 20 Checking Gas Connections (Cont.) Removing/Replacing Glass Door FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections 1. Open equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 33, page 19). 2. Open propane/LP supply tank valve for propane/LP fireplace or main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas fireplace.
- Page 21 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING OPTIONAL BRICK LINER MODEL BL32D WARNING: If fireplace has been running, turn off and unplug fireplace. Let cool before installing brick liner. This brick liner kit is optional. You may purchase brick liner from your local retailer or see page 37. CAUTION: Always handle brick panels with two hands.
- Page 22 Installing Optional Brick Liner Models BL36DA(SA) and BL36DHA(SA) Wall Switch Installation Optional Remote Control Installation FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Rest log #2 (large front log) on the pins on the front part of the grate (see Figure 41). Place log #3 (crossover log) onto the rear and front logs. Make sure it is seated properly on the smooth surface on the front log and on the pin on the back log as shown in Figure 42.
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Page 23: Wiring Diagram
Fireplace Receptacle Extension Cord Figure 46 - Installing the WRC Remote Receiver Battery Cover 12 Volt Battery Back of Handset Figure 47 - Installing Battery into Back of Handset 116647-01A Remote Control Receiver Ignition Module Plug Pull to Remove Insulation Tab www.desatech.com... - Page 24 Figure 48 - Turning Equipment Shutoff Valve to the OFF Position www.desatech.com 116647-01A...
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Page 25: Inspecting Burners
INSPECTING BURNERS Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often. PILOT ASSEMBLY The pilot assembly is factory preset for the proper flame. Altera- tions may have occurred during shipping and handling. The pilot is located on the left hand side of the burner. The flame must envelope 1/4"... - Page 26 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Glass Door (Cont.) Pilot and Burners Logs Venting System CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Continued Use only the tempered glass door replacement intended for this fireplace (see Replacement Parts, page 29 for detail on ordering). No substitutions may be made. See Removing/Replacing Glass Door, page 20 for instructions for replacing glass door.
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Page 27: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Note: Before troubleshooting the system, make sure the gas shutoff valve is ON. The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are: 1. Loose wiring connections 2. Construction debris clogging the pilot and/or gas control valve filter OBSERVED PROBLEM Ignitor will not spark or pilot will not light Pilot will not stay lit... - Page 28 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.
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Page 29: Replacement Parts
You may have further questions about installation, operation or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESAʼs Customer Service Depart- ment at 1-866-672-6040. When calling, please have your model and serial numbers of your heater ready. You can also visit DESAʼs technical service web site at www.desatech.com. (V)T32EN(R)-A (V)T32EP(R)-A... -
Page 30: Illustrated Parts Breakdown And Parts List
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models (V)T32EN-A, (V)T32ENB-A, (V)T32ENR-A, (V)T32ENRB-A (V)T32EP-A, (V)T32EPB-A, (V)T32EPR-A, (V)T32EPRB-A ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODELS (V)T32EN-A, (V)T32ENB-A (V)T32ENR-A, (V)T32ENRB-A (V)T32EP-A, (V)T32EPB-A (V)T32EPR-A, (V)T32EPRB-A 22-3 22-1 22-5 22-4 22-6 22-2 www.desatech.com 116647-01A... -
Page 31: 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 29 of this manual. PART NUMBER (V)T32EN-A (V)T32EP-A (V)T32ENB-A (V)T32EPB-A 108892-01 108892-02 108903-01 108903-02 108885-03 108885-04 108890-01 109082-03 108897-01 108901-01... - Page 32 Models (V)T32EN-A, (V)T32ENB-A, (V)T32ENR-A (V)T32ENRB-A, (V)T32EP-A, (V)T32EPB-A, (V)T32EPR-A, (V)T32EPRB-A ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN BURNER ASSEMBLY MODELS (V)T32EN-A, (V)T32ENB-A, (V)T32ENR-A, (V)T32ENRB-A, (V)T32EP-A, (V)T32EPB-A, (V)T32EPR-A, (V)T32EPRB-A www.desatech.com 116647-01A...
- Page 33 PARTS LIST BURNER ASSEMBLY MODELS (V)T32EN-A, (V)T32ENB-A, (V)T32ENR-A, (V)T32ENRB-A, (V)T32EP-A, (V)T32EPB-A, (V)T32EPR-A, (V)T32EPRB-A This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 29 of this manual. 116647-01A Models (V)T32EN-A, (V)T32ENB-A, (V)T32ENR-A (V)T32ENRB-A, (V)T32EP-A, (V)T32EPB-A, (V)T32EPR-A, (V)T32EPRB-A PART NUMBER...
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Page 34: Accessories
fireplace models. Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local retailer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESAʼs 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: Owner's Registration Form
Address: City: Home Phone: E-Mail: Please answer the following questions to register your product with DESA: 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? Who selected the product? �... - Page 36 TAPE 2701 Industrial Drive P.O. Box 90004 Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004 www.desatech.com TAPE Postage Required 116647-01A...
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Page 38: Warranty Information
DESA 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.