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VENTED DECORATIVE NATURAL GAS LOGS
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
VVSR18, VVSR24, VVDR18, VVDR24 AND VVDR30
VSLR18, VSLR24, VDLCR18, VDLCR24 (ShOWN) AND VDLCR30
FVSR18, FVSR24, FVDR18, FVDR24 AND FVDR30
FSLR18, FSLR24, FDLCR18, FDLCR24, FDLCR30, FA18, FA24 AND FA30
WARNING: If the information in these instructions
is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury or death.
— Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable
vapors or 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 quali-
fied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
VANGUARD BURNER MODELS
FOR USE WITH LOG SET MODELS
FMI BURNER MODELS
FOR USE WITH LOG SET MODELS
FOR YOUR SAFETY
For more information, visit www.desatech.com
ANSI Z21.84
O-TL REPORT
# 114-L-31-4

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  • Page 1 VENTED DECORATIVE NATURAL GAS LOGS OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL ANSI Z21.84 O-TL REPORT # 114-L-31-4 VANGUARD BURNER MODELS VVSR18, VVSR24, VVDR18, VVDR24 AND VVDR30 FOR USE WITH LOG SET MODELS VSLR18, VSLR24, VDLCR18, VDLCR24 (ShOWN) AND VDLCR30 FMI BURNER MODELS FVSR18, FVSR24, FVDR18, FVDR24 AND FVDR30 FOR USE WITH LOG SET MODELS FSLR18, FSLR24, FDLCR18, FDLCR24, FDLCR30, FA18, FA24 AND FA30 WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety ..............2 Troubleshooting ..........16 Local Codes............4 Service Hints ............. 19 Unpacking............4 Technical Service..........19 Product Identification ........... 5 Replacement Parts ..........19 Optional Product Features........5 Parts ..............20 Installation ............5 Accessories ............24 Operation ............
  • Page 3 SAFETy Continued Natural gas is odorless. An odor- Natural Gas: Appliance assembly becomes making agent is added to the gas. The odor very hot when in use. Keep chil- helps you detect a gas leak. However, the odor added to the gas can fade. Gas may be dren and adults away from hot present even though no odor exists.
  • Page 4: Local Codes

    SAFETy Continued 4. This log set is designed to be smokeless. 9. Do not use appliance if any part has been If logs ever appear to smoke, turn off appli- exposed to or under water. Immediately ance and call a qualified service person. call a qualified service technician to in- spect the room appliance and to replace Note: During initial operation, slight smok-...
  • Page 5: Product Identification

    PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Grate Grate Steps Hearth Kit Model ___________________ Serial Number _____________________ Log Set Model _____________________ Burner Burner Clamp Burner Inlet Burner Manifold Fitting Figure 1 - Product Identification (Dual Burner Shown) OPTIONAL PRODUCT FEATURES ON/OFF SAFETY VALVE/PILOT KIT or other sources to light. This system may be connected to a wall switch or hand-held AND PROPANE/LP CONVERSION wireless remote control.
  • Page 6 INSTALLATION Continued FLUE OPENING SPECIFICATIONS NOTICE: Installation, service, Note: This vented appliance must be installed and repair of this appliance must only in a solid-fuel burning fireplace with a be performed by a qualified in- working flue and constructed of noncombus- staller, service agency, company tible material. or gas supplier experienced with The charts in Figure 2, indicate technical this type of gas appliance.
  • Page 7 INSTALLATION Continued CHECK GAS TYPE CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY Use only natural gas. If your gas supply is not WARNING: A qualified ser- natural gas, you must install ON/OFF Safety vice person must connect log Valve/Pilot Kit (see Accessories, page 24). Call dealer where you bought log set.
  • Page 8 INSTALLATION Continued We recommend that you install a sediment PRESSURE TESTING GAS SUPPLY trap in supply line as shown in Figure 4. PIPING SYSTEM Locate sediment trap where it is within reach Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG for cleaning. Install in piping system between (3.5 kPa) fuel supply and heater.
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION Continued HEARTH KIT ASSEMBLY AND SINGLE-BURNER INSTALLATION Burner Manifold Kit Assembly - Single and Dual Flame Only 1. Determine which side gas line will be coming into fireplace. Burner Inlet 2. Using a hammer and screw driver, remove Fitting knockout plug from side of pan that cor- responds to gas line (see Figure 6).
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION Continued Installation and Gas Connection 2. Attach pilot gas line to pilot outlet of gas 1. Place burner pan assembly in center of control valve and tighten. Connect ther- fireplace floor. Make sure front of pan mocouple to rear of gas control valve. faces forward.
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION Continued 6. Install gas connector tube to gas supply PROPANE/LP GAS CONVERSION fitting. Carefully shape tube to attach to To convert to propane/LP gas, burner inlet adapter fitting. Be careful not to cause fitting and pilot orifice must be replaced. kinks in tube.
  • Page 12 INSTALLATION Continued Changing Pilot Orifice Note: Burner design includes more ports The pilot is provided with a natural gas ori- on the outside of the bar. Make sure that fice installed. For propane/LP gas you must all ports are clear and producing flame remove it and replace it with an propane/LP evenly across burner.
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION Continued 5. Place smaller top logs onto bottom logs (see Figure 17). Leave as much open space between logs as possible to mini- mize flame impingement and sooting. Note: Logs may chip if they are handled roughly or if hit together while being placed.
  • Page 14: Operation

    OPERATION FOR YOUR SAFETY GAS SHUTOFF READ BEFORE LIGHTING VALVE OPERATION Flame Adjustment WARNING: Keep flue open Adjust the flame ON/OFF by turning gas shut- when operating unit. off valve counterclockwise to open or clockwise to close, as necessary. WARNING: If you do not fol- Shutting Off Appliance low these instructions exactly, Turn gas shutoff valve clockwise...
  • Page 15: Cleaning And Maintenance

    OPERATION Continued Note: You may be running this log set Control Knob Pilot for the first time after hooking up to gas Ignitor supply. If so, the control knob may need to be pressed in for 30 seconds. This will FROM "PILOT"...
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLEShOOTING WARNING: Turn off log set and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair log set. Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Log set is smoking/sooting 1. Poor fuel quality 1. Contact local natural or excessively propane/LP gas company (Note: It is natural and unavoid- 2.
  • Page 17 TROUBLEShOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed, 1. Gas supply turned off or 1. Turn on gas supply or open there is spark at pilot but no equipment shutoff valve equipment shutoff valve ignition (GA9050A-1 Only) closed 2.
  • Page 18 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. Fol- low the gas supplier’s instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. IMPORTANT: Operating log set where impurities in air exist may create odors. Cleaning sup- plies, paint, paint remover, cigarette smoke, cements and glues, new carpet or textiles, etc., create fumes.
  • Page 19: Service Hints

    SERVICE hINTS TEChNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about installa- When Gas Pressure is Too Low tion, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, con- • pilot will not stay lit tact DESA Heating, LLC at 1-866-672-6040. • burners will have delayed ignition When calling please have your model and •...
  • Page 20: Parts

    PARTS BURNER MODELS VVSR18, FVSR18, VVSR24, FVSR24, VVDR18, FVDR18, VVDR24, FVDR24, VVDR30 AND FVDR30 This list contains replaceable parts used in your log set. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 19 of this manual. VVSR18 VVSR24 VVDR18 VVDR24 VVDR30 FVSR18 FVSR24 FVDR18 FVDR24 FVDR30 DESCRIPTION 14325 14325 14325...
  • Page 21 PARTS LOG SET MODELS VSLR18, VSLR24, VDLCR18, VDLCR24 AND VDLCR30 This list contains replaceable parts used in your log set. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 19 of this manual. Kingston Split Oak Logs hanover Round Oak Logs PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 901111-01 Bottom Rear Log (CS-15) • 901111-02 Bottom Rear Log (CS-20) •...
  • Page 22 PARTS LOG SET MODELS FSLR18, FSLR24, FDLCR18, FDLCR24 AND FDLCR30 This list contains replaceable parts used in your log set. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 19 of this manual. Manchester Split Oak Logs Arlington Round Oak Logs PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 901111-01 Bottom Rear Log (CS-15) • 901111-02 Bottom Rear Log (CS-20) •...
  • Page 23 PARTS LOG SET MODELS FA18, FA24 AND FA30 This list contains replaceable parts used in your log set. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 19 of this manual. Appalachian Oak Logs NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 118039-01 Bottom Log (FA-17) • • •...
  • Page 24: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES INDIVIDUAL ROUND LOG - GA9450A Purchase these accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories For decorative purposes only. Not to be used call DESA Heating, LLC at 1-866-672-6040 for as additional logs on unit. information. You can also write to the address INDIVIDUAL SPLIT LOG - GA9550A listed on the back page of this manual.
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  • Page 28: Warranty

    WARRANTy kEEP ThIS WARRANTy Model (located on product or identification tag) _____________________________ Serial No. (located on product or identification tag) __________________________ Date Purchased __________________________ Keep receipt for warranty verification. DESA hEATING, LLC LIMITED WARRANTIES New Products Standard Warranty: DESA Heating, LLC warrants this new product and any parts thereof to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of four (4) years from the date of first purchase from an authorized dealer provided the product has been installed, maintained and operated in accordance with DESA Heating, LLC’s warnings and instructions.

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