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Desa VVSR18 Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

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Vanguard Burner Models VVSR18, VVSR24, VVDR18, VVDR24, and VVDR30
For Use with Log Sets:
Hanover Round Oak Log Models VSLR18 and VSLR24
Kingston Split Oak Log Models VDLCR18, VDLCR24 (Shown), and VDLCR30
FMI Burner Models FVSR18, FVSR24, FVDR18, FVDR24, and FVDR30
For Use with Log Sets:
Arlington Round Oak Log Models FSLR18 and FSLR24
Manchester Split Oak Log Models FDLCR18, FDLCR24 and FDLCR30
Comfort Glow Oxford Oak Log Set and Burner Models:
CVSR18 and CVSR24
Comfort Glow Amherst Oak Log Set and Burner Models:
CPVSR18 and CPVSR24
Comfort Glow Berkshire Oak Log Set and Burner Models:
CVDR18, CVDR24, and CVDR30
Comfort Glow Green Mountain Oak Log Set and Burner Models:
CBFL18 and CBFL24
Comfort Glow Conventry Oak Log Set and Burner Models:
LVDR18, LVDR24 and LVDR30
Comfort Glow Mendocino Oak Log Set and Burner Models:
BFLT18 and BFLT24
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.
WARNING: This is a gas-fired appliance. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed.
Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be provided. Refer to the National
Fuel Gas Codes, ANSI Z233.1/NFPA 54, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket,* permanently located, manufactured
(mobile) home, where not prohibited by local codes.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer
VENTED DECORATIVE NATURAL GAS LOGS
OWNER'S OPERATION AND
TM
INSTALLATION MANUAL
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RGA 2-72
APPROVED
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 assis-
tance or additional information con-
sult a qualified installer, service
agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING: This appliance is for
installation only in a solid-fuel burn-
ing masonry or UL127 factory-built
fireplace, constructed of noncom-
bustible material, and connected
to a working flue. (See page 7 for
minimum flue opening.)
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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com Vanguard Burner Models VVSR18, VVSR24, VVDR18, VVDR24, and VVDR30 For Use with Log Sets: Hanover Round Oak Log Models VSLR18 and VSLR24 Kingston Split Oak Log Models VDLCR18, VDLCR24 (Shown), and VDLCR30...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ............2 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ..........11 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ............. 3 REPLACEMENT PARTS ............11 LOCAL CODES ................3 TROUBLESHOOTING .............. 12 UNPACKING ................3 ACCESSORIES ................ 15 OPTIONAL PRODUCT FEATURES ........... 3 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LIST ..

  • Page 3: Product Identification

    SAFETY INFORMATION PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION LOCAL CODES UNPACKING OPTIONAL PRODUCT FEATURES SAFETY INFORMATION LOCAL CODES Continued Install and use log set with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code 11.

  • Page 4: Installation

    Btu Input Minimum CAUTION: Do not remove the data plates attached Propane/LP Natural Gas Vent Opening MODEL DESCRIPTION to the burner pan. The data plates contain important warranty information. VVSR18 18" Single 50,000 40,000 8" dia. FVSR18 VVSR24 24" Single 60,000 50,000 8"...

  • Page 5: Connecting To Gas Supply

    INSTALLATION Installing Damper Clamp Connecting to Gas Supply INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING DAMPER CLAMP Installation must include a equipment shutoff valve, union, and plugged 1/8" NPT tap. Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge Secure the damper stop clamp provided to the leading edge of the hook up.

  • Page 6: Checking Gas Connections

    INSTALLATION Checking Gas Connections Hearth Kit Assembly and Installation INSTALLATION Continued CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS HEARTH KIT ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION Kit Assembly WARNING: Test all gas piping and connections Note: The following instructions apply to both standard single bar for leaks after installing or servicing. Correct all leaks at once.
  • Page 7 INSTALLATION Hearth Kit Assembly and Installation (Cont.) Optional GA9050A ON/OFF Safety Valve/Pilot Kit Assembly INSTALLATION Continued Installation and Gas Connection 2. Attach the pilot gas line to the pilot outlet of the gas control valve and tighten. Connect the thermocouple to the rear of the gas con- Place the burner pan assembly in the center of the fireplace trol valve.
  • Page 8 INSTALLATION Optional GA9050A ON/OFF Safety Valve/Pilot Kit Assembly (Cont.) INSTALLATION Continued 10. Install thermocouple, pilot, and ignitor onto valve cover as 4. Using thread sealant (resistant to the action of propane/LP gas) shown in Figure 12. Use the provided screws. on larger end of fitting, screw the burner inlet fitting through hole and into burner manifold.
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION Testing Burner for Leaks Adding Pan Material Installing the Grate and Logs INSTALLATION Continued TESTING BURNER FOR LEAKS 3. Place the back log on the grate onto the grate steps (see Figure 17). Generously apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all 4.

  • Page 10: Operating Appliance

    OPERATING APPLIANCE For Your Safety Read Before Lighting Lighting Instructions Gas Shutoff Valve Operation Curing Logs Operating Instructions for GA9050A OPERATING APPLIANCE FOR YOUR SAFETY CURING READ BEFORE LIGHTING LOGS During the 2-3 hour appliance break-in period, you may detect an odor from the appliance as the various paints and com- WARNING: Keep flue open when operating unit.

  • Page 11: Cleaning And Maintenance

    PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply original TO TURN OFF GAS replacement part(s), call DESA International at 1-866-672-6040 for TO APPLIANCE referral information. When calling DESA International, have ready Shutting Off Appliance •...

  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    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 excessively 1.
  • Page 13 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed, there is 1. Gas supply turned off or equipment 1. Turn on gas supply or open equipment spark at pilot but no ignition (GA9050A shutoff valve closed shutoff valve Only) 2.
  • Page 14 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.

  • Page 15: Accessories

    INDIVIDUAL SPLIT LOG - GA9550A Purchase these log set accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA International at 1-866-672-6040 (Not Shown) for referral information. You can also write to the address listed on the For all models.

  • Page 16: Illustrated Parts Breakdown And Parts List

    ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Burner Models VVSR18, FVSR18, VVSR24, FVSR24, VVDR18, FVDR18, VVDR24, FVDR24, VVDR30 and FVDR30 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN BURNER MODELS VVSR18, FVSR18, VVSR24, FVSR24, VVDR18, FVDR18, VVDR24, FVDR24, VVDR30 AND FVDR30 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com...

  • Page 17: Parts List

    PARTS LIST Burner Models VVSR18, FVSR18, VVSR24, FVSR24, VVDR18, FVDR18, VVDR24, FVDR24, VVDR30 and FVDR30 PARTS LIST 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 11 of this manual.
  • Page 18 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Log Set Models VSLR18, VSLR24, VDLCR18, VDLCR24 and VDLCR30 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN LOG SET MODELS VSLR18, VSLR24, VDLCR18, VDLCR24 AND VDLCR30 Kingston Split Oak Logs Hanover Round Oak Logs For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 901265-01G...
  • Page 19 PARTS LIST Log Set Models VSLR18, VSLR24, VDLCR18, VDLCR24 and VDLCR30 PARTS LIST 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 11 of this manual.
  • Page 20 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Log Set Models FSLR18, FSLR24, FDLCR18, FDLCR24 and FDLCR30 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN LOG SET MODELS FSLR18, FSLR24, FDLCR18, FDLCR24 AND FDLCR30 Manchester Split Oak Logs Arlington Round Oak Logs For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 901265-01G...
  • Page 21 PARTS LIST Log Set Models FSLR18, FSLR24, FDLCR18, FDLCR24 and FDLCR30 PARTS LIST 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 11 of this manual.
  • Page 22 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models CVSR18, CVSR24, CPVSR18 and CPVSR24 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODELS CVSR18, CVSR24, CPVSR18 AND CPVSR24 Oxford Round Oak Logs Amherst Round Oak Logs For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 901265-01G...
  • Page 23 PARTS LIST Models CVSR18, CVSR24, CPVSR18 and CPVSR24 PARTS LIST MODELS CVSR18, CVSR24, CPVSR18, AND CPVSR24 This list contains replaceable parts used in your log set. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 11 of this manual. KEY PART NUMBER FOR CVSR18 CVSR24...
  • Page 24 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models CVDR18, CVDR24, CVDR30, LVDR18, LVDR24 and LVDR30 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODELS CVDR18, CVDR24, CVDR30, LVDR18, LVDR24 AND LVDR30 Berkshire Oak Log Set Coventry Oak Log Set For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 901265-01G...
  • Page 25 PARTS LIST Models CVDR18, CVDR24, CVDR30, LVDR18, LVDR24 and LVDR30 PARTS LIST MODELS CVDR18, CVDR24, CVDR30, LVDR18, LVDR24 AND LVDR30 This list contains replaceable parts used in your log set. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 11 of this manual. KEY PART NUMBER FOR CVDR18 CVDR24...
  • Page 26 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models CBFL18, CBFL24, BFLT18 and BFLT24 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODELS CBFL18, CBFL24, BFLT18 AND BFLT24 Green Mountain Oak Log Set Mendocino Oak Log Set For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 901265-01G...
  • Page 27 PARTS LIST Models CBFL18, CBFL24, BFLT18 and BFLT24 PARTS LIST MODELS CBFL18, CBFL24, BFLT18 AND BFLT24 This list contains replaceable parts used in your log set. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 11 of this manual. PART NUMBER FOR BFLT18 BFLT24...

  • Page 28: Warranty Information

    LIMITED WARRANTY - VENTED GAS LOGS DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects on burner system for four (4) years and logs for a lifetime 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.

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