Desa Comfort Glow CGCF26TNA Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

Desa Comfort Glow CGCF26TNA Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

Desa owner's operation and installation manual vent-free natural gas compact fireplace cgcf26tna

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VENT-FREE NATURAL GAS
COMPACT FIREPLACE
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
CGCF26TNA
14,000 to 26,000 Btu/Hr
with Thermostat
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 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)
Save this manual for future reference.
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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
procedures. For assistance or
additional information consult
a qualified installer, service
agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING: This is an unvented
gas-fired heater. It uses air
(oxygen) from the room in
which it is installed. Provisions
for adequate combustion and
ventilation air must be pro-
vided. Refer to Air for Com-
bustion and Ventilation sec-
tion on page 5 of this manual.

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  • Page 1 VENT-FREE NATURAL GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL CGCF26TNA 14,000 to 26,000 Btu/Hr with Thermostat 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: Safety Information

    VENT-FREE NATURAL GAS 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 Logs Ignitor Button Figure 1 - Vent-Free 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 NATURAL GAS 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.
  • 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 ventila- tion air. Read the following instruc- tions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel-burning appli- ances in your home.
  • Page 6 VENT-FREE NATURAL GAS 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.
  • 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 NATURAL GAS 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 enclo- sure. This makes the front of fireplace flush with wall. An optional brass trim kit acces- sory is available (see Accessories, page 22). Brass trim will extend past sides of fireplace approximately 1/2 inch.
  • Page 10: Optional Mantel Installation

    VENT-FREE NATURAL GAS 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 above minimum clearances, you must: •...
  • Page 11: Connecting To Gas Supply

    INSTALLATION Continued ASSEMBLING BRASS TRIM (Brass trim shipped with mantel) 1. Remove packaging from three remain- ing pieces of brass trim. 2. Locate two adjusting plates with set screws, and two shims in the hardware packet. 3. Align shim under adjusting plate as shown in Figure 14.
  • Page 12: Connecting Fireplace To Gas Supply

    VENT-FREE NATURAL GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY Installation Items Needed • Phillips screwdriver • sealant (resistant to propane/LP 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: Operating Fireplace

    VENT-FREE NATURAL GAS COMPACT 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 15: Inspecting Burner

    OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Fireplace 1. Turn control knob clockwise to the OFF position. 2. Turn off all electric power to the ap- pliance if service is to be performed. Shutting Off Burner Only (pilot stays lit) Turn control knob clockwise the PILOT position.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    VENT-FREE NATURAL GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE 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...
  • Page 17 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM Delayed ignition of burner Burner backfiring during combustion Yellow flame during burner combustion Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Fireplace produces a whistling noise when burner is lit White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture 104277 OWNER’S MANUAL POSSIBLE CAUSE...
  • Page 18 VENT-FREE NATURAL GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE 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. •...
  • Page 19: Cleaning And Maintenance

    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 and serial numbers of your fireplace • how fireplace was malfunctioning •...
  • Page 20: Illustrated Parts Breakdown

    VENT-FREE NATURAL GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN CGCF26TNA 12-1 12-2 35-1 12-1 35-2 104277...
  • Page 21: 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 19 of this manual. CGCF26TNA PART NO. DESCRIPTION 102633-02CK Outer Casing Top 102624-02 Outer Casing 099230-02 Shoulder Screw 098304-01 Screw, #10 x 3/8"...
  • Page 22 ACCESSORIES Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer. If they cannot supply these accessories call DESA International’s Sales Department at 1-800-458-2472 for referral information. You can also write to the ad- dress listed on the back page of this manual.
  • Page 23: Parts Centrals

    Taylor, SC 29687-0013 All States 803-879-3009 1-800-845-5301 Parts Department TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about in- stallation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA International’s Technical Service Department at 1-800-323-5190. You can also visit DESA International’s Technical Service www.desatech.com. site...
  • Page 24: Warranty Information

    VENT-FREE NATURAL GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE 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.

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