Desa Amity Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

Unvented (vent-free) gas stove heater

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Model SVYD18NR/PR Series Remote-Ready Control Gas Log Heater
WARNING: If the information in this
manual is not followed 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 sup-
plier, call the fire department.
— Installation and service must be per-
formed by a qualified installer, service
agency, or the gas supplier.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*, permanently located, manufactured
(mobile) home, where not prohibited by local codes.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appli-
ance is not convertible for use with other gases.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer
Save this manual for future reference.
Save this manual for future reference.
UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) GAS
STOVE HEATER
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
(Burner System For Cast Iron Stoves)
Amity™
Patent Pending
WARNING: The SVYD18NR/PR series vent-
free gas log heater is only approved for use in
the SCIVF(*) series, PSCIVF(*) series, or VH(*)
series cast iron stove models.
(* Indicates Color Suffix Designation)
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, service, or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Refer to this manual
for correct installation and operational proce-
dures. 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 provided. Refer to
Air for Combustion and Ventilation section on
page 4 of this manual.
Victor Hearth™

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  • Page 1 For more information, visit www.desatech.com Model SVYD18NR/PR Series Remote-Ready Control Gas Log Heater (Burner System For Cast Iron Stoves) Patent Pending Amity™ Victor Hearth™ WARNING: The SVYD18NR/PR series vent- WARNING: If the information in this free gas log heater is only approved for use in...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ............2 SPECIFICATIONS ..............21 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ............. 3 WIRING DIAGRAM ..............21 LOCAL CODES ................3 REPLACEMENT PARTS ............21 PRODUCT FEATURES .............. 4 SERVICE HINTS ............... 21 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION ......4 TECHNICAL SERVICE .............
  • Page 3: Product Identification

    Figure 1 - Typical Stove Cabinet Model with Gas Log Heater This heater has an Oxygen Depletion Sensing (ODS) safety (Shown is Amity™ Model with Model SVYD18PR/NR Heater) shutoff system. The ODS shuts down the heater if not enough fresh air is available. See Air for Combustion and Ventilation, LOCAL CODES pages 4 through 6.
  • Page 4: Product Features

    PRODUCT FEATURES AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Providing Adequate Ventilation PRODUCT FEATURES PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION OPERATION The following are excerpts from National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/ NFPA 54, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and This heater is clean burning. It requires no outside venting. There is Ventilation.
  • Page 5 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Determining fresh-air flow for heater location AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR Compare the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support with the actual amount of Btu/Hr used. HEATER LOCATION __________________ Btu/Hr (maximum the space can support) Determining if You Have a Confined or __________________ Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used) Unconfined Space...
  • Page 6: Installation

    12" of the floor. Connect these items directly to the outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors. These spaces include attics Figure 3 - Ventilation Air from Outdoors (Amity™ Stove Model and crawl spaces. Follow the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Shown) Z223.1/NFPA 5, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation...
  • Page 7: Check Gas Type

    INSTALLATION Check Gas Type Clearances to Combustibles INSTALLATION Continued CAUTION: This heater creates warm air currents. Ceiling These currents move heat to wall surfaces next to heater. Installing heater next to vinyl or cloth wall coverings or operating heater where impurities (such as, but not limited to, tobacco smoke, aromatic 48"...
  • Page 8 Bottom Of Wood (1) - Stove bottom Stove Unit (4) - Legs (Amity™ and Victor Hearth™ models include leg leveler bolts) Figure 7 - Removing Pallet Wood From The Bottom of The Stove (1) - Bottom door Door Catch Bolt...
  • Page 9 WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accor- dance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts Figure 10 - Attaching Stove Bottom (Amity™ Model Shown) specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury.
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION Installing Gas Log Heater Into Stove INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING GAS LOG HEATER INTO STOVE Burner 1. Remove log and gas log heater from carton. Note: Do not pick up gas log heater by the burner itself. This could damage heater. Bottom Always handle the gas log heater by the heater base only.
  • Page 11: Connecting To Gas Supply

    INSTALLATION Connecting to Gas Supply INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY Back Side View Back View Stove Panel Stove WARNING: This appliance requires a 1/2" NPT Product Unit (National Pipe Thread) inlet connection to the pres- Identification Front sure regulator. Label Gas Inlet WARNING: A qualified service person must con-...
  • Page 12: Checking Gas Connections

    INSTALLATION Connecting to Gas Supply (Cont.) Checking Gas Connections INSTALLATION Continued We recommend that you install a sediment trap in supply line as CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS shown in Figure 19. Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning. Install in piping system between fuel supply and heater. WARNING: Test all gas piping and connections, Locate sediment trap where trapped matter is not likely to freeze.
  • Page 13: Operating Heater

    This will only last a few hours. Control Valve Location Figure 21 - Checking Gas Joints (Amity™ Stove Model Shown) 1. STOP! Read the safety information above. 2. Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open.
  • Page 14: To Turn Off Gas To Appliance

    OPERATING HEATER Lighting Instructions (Cont.) To Turn Off Gas to Appliance Manual Lighting Procedure Optional Hand-Held Remote Operation OPERATING HEATER Continued 5. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for Pilot Burner Ignitor gas, including near the floor. If you smell gas, STOP! Fol- Electrode low “B”...
  • Page 15 OPERATING HEATER Optional Hand-Held Remote Operation (Cont.) OPERATING HEATER Continued IMPORTANT: Do not leave the selector switch in the RE- 2. Press AUTO button to select this mode. MOTE or ON position when the pilot is not lit. This will 3.
  • Page 16: Inspecting Burners

    INSPECTING BURNERS Pilot Flame Pattern Burner Primary Air Holes Main Burner CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Burner Injector Holder and Pilot Air Inlet Hole INSPECTING BURNERS CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often. PILOT FLAME PATTERN WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning.
  • Page 17: Cleaning And Maintenance

    CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Burner Injector Holder and Pilot Air Inlet Hole (Cont.) Logs CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Continued 4. Check the injector holder located at the end of the burner tube again. Remove any large particles of dust, dirt, lint, or pet hair with a soft cloth or vacuum cleaner nozzle.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Note: For additional help, visit DESA WARNING: Turn off heater CAUTION: Never use a wire, Heating Products’ technical service web and let cool before servicing. Only needle, or similar object to clean site at www.desatech.com. a qualified service person should ODS/pilot.
  • Page 19 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Delayed ignition burner 1. Manifold pressure is too low 1. Contact local propane/LP or natural gas company 2. Burner orifice clogged 2. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Main- tenance, pages 16 and 17) or replace burner orifice Burner backfiring during combustion 1.
  • Page 20 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 21: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS WIRING DIAGRAM REPLACEMENT PARTS SERVICE HINTS TECHNICAL SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS REPLACEMENT PARTS SVYD18PR SVYD18NR Note: Use only original replacement parts. This will protect your Btu (Variable) 16,000/30,000 16,000/30,000 warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty. Type Gas Propane/LP Only Natural Only PARTS UNDER WARRANTY Ignition Piezo...
  • Page 22: Illustrated Parts Breakdown And Parts List

    ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models SVYD18PR and SVYD18NR ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODELS SVYD18PR AND SVYD18NR Natural Gas Only For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 111162-01B...
  • Page 23: Parts List

    PARTS LIST Models SVYD18PR and SVYD18NR PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 21 of this manual. PART NUMBER SVYD18PR SVYD18NR DESCRIPTION QTY. 104026-01 104026-01 Stove Log 103778-01...
  • Page 24 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN SCIVF, PSCIVF, and VH Series Stove Bodies ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN AMITY™ SCIVF(*) SERIES PSCIVF(*) SERIES VICTOR HEARTH™ VH(*) SERIES (* Indicates Color Suffix Designation) Amity™ Stove Body Victor Hearth™ Stove Body For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com...
  • Page 25 PARTS LIST SCIVF, PSCIVF, and VH Series Stove Bodies PARTS LIST AMITY™ PART SCIVF(*) SERIES DESCRIPTION QTY. PSCIVF(*) SERIES 104171-11 Top Grate with Screen - Left (Black Only) VICTOR HEARTH™ 104171-08 Top Grate with Screen - Center (Black Only) 104171-12...
  • Page 26: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES WALL-MOUNT THERMOSTAT SWITCH Purchase these heater accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA Heating Products at GWMT1 1-866-672-6040 for referral information. You can also write to the (Not Shown) address listed on the back page of this manual. For remote-ready models.
  • Page 27: Owner's Registration Form

    OWNER'S REGISTRATION FORM In order to provide better customer service for this and future purchases, we recommend that you register your product with us. You can register online at www.desatech.com. If access to our website is not available to you, please complete this Owner’s Registration Form and mail to the address on the back of this owner’s manual.
  • Page 28 Postage Required 2701 Industrial Drive P.O. Box 90004 Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com TAPE 111162-01B...
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  • Page 30: Warranty Information

    LIMITED WARRANTY VENT-FREE GAS LOG HEATERS AND AMITY™ AND VICTOR HEARTH™ STOVE CHASSIS DESA Heating Products warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for four (4) 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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