Introduction; Selecting Location; Minimum Clearances - Desa VC36LH Installation Instructions Manual

FOR YOUR SAFETY
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Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable
vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
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Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be
located out of traffic and away from furniture and
draperies.
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Do not place clothing or other flammable materials on
or near the appliance.
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NEVER leave children unattended when a fire is
burning in the fireplace.
WARNING: Improper
alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury,
property damage, or loss of life. Refer to this manual for
assistance or additional information. Consult a qualified
installer or local distributor.
CHECK LOCAL CODES BEFORE
INSTALLING THIS FIREPLACE.

INTRODUCTION

BEFORE BEGINNING THE INSTALLATION OF THE
FIREPLACE, READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS THROUGH,
COMPLETELY.
♦ This DESA fireplace and its components are safe
when installed according to this installation manual.
Unless you use DESA components, which has been
designed and tested for the fireplace system, you may
cause a fire hazard.
♦ The DESA warranty will be voided by and DESA
disclaims any responsibility for the following actions:
a) Modification of the fireplace, components, doors,
blower, fans, air inlet system and damper control.
b) Use of any component part not manufactured or
approved by DESA in combination with a DESA
fireplace system.
PROPER INSTALLATION is the most important step in
ensuring safe and continuous operation of the fireplace.
Consult the local building codes as to the particular
requirements concerned with the installation of all factory
built fireplaces. Although grounding may not be required by
code the manufacturer recommends it.
WARNING: Do not install a fireplace insert in this
box unless the manufacturers instructions with the insert
specifically state this fireplace has been tested for use
with the insert.
USE SOLID WOOD OR PROCESSED SOLID FUEL
FIRELOGS ONLY.
WARNING: When processed wood fuel fire logs
are used, do not poke or stir the logs while they are
burning. Use only fire logs that have been evaluated for
the application in fireplace and refer to fire log warnings
and caution markings on packaging prior to use.
installation, adjustment,
This fireplace is not intended to be used as a substitute for
a furnace to heat an entire home. Use for supplemental
heat only.
This wood-burning fireplace complies with UL 127-
CAN/ULS-S610-M87 standard as a FACTORY BUILT
FIREPLACE.
FOR CANADA: The authority having jurisdiction (such
as the municipal building department, fire department,
etc.) should be contacted before installation to determine
the need to obtain a permit.

SELECTING LOCATION

To determine the safest and most efficient location for the
fireplace, you must take into consideration the following
guidelines:
1.) The location must allow for proper clearances (see
figures 1 & 2).
2.) Consider a location were the fireplace would not be
affected by drafts, air conditioning ducts, windows or
doors.
3.) A location that avoids the cutting of joists or roof
rafters will make installation easier.
4.) An outside air kit is available with this fireplace. For
more details refer to section on outside air kit
installation on page 3.
MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES
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Back and side of fireplace --------------
Note: The ¾" clearance is not required at the nailing flanges
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Ceiling to top of opening ---------------
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Floor* -------------------------------------
*See step 2 of "Installing the Fireplace" on page 3
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Perpendicular Wall to Opening of unit - 12" minimum
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Top Spacers ------------------------------
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Mantel Clearances ----------------------
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Chimney Outer Pipe Surfaces ---------
WARNING: Do not pack required air spaces with
insulation or other materials.
MINIMUM / MAXIMUM CHIMNEY HEIGHT
The minimum height of the chimney, measured from the base
of the fireplace to the flue gas outlet of the termination, is 14.5
feet for straight flue or a flue with one elbow set.
maximum distance between elbows is 6 feet. For systems
with two elbow sets, the minimum height is 22 feet. The
maximum height of any system is 50 feet. This measurement
includes the fireplace, chimney sections and the height of the
termination assembly at the level of the flue gas outlet (see
page 6, figure 15).
-2 -
¾" minimum
67" minimum
0" minimum
0" minimum
see page 7
"Mantels"
1"
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