Vanguard FB36NCA Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

Vanguard unvented (vent-free) logmate universal firebox

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UNVENTED (VENT-FREE)
LogMate
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
FB36NCA and FB42NC
Non-circulating Models
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 in-
structions.
• 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 firebox 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 permit-
ted after the manufactured (mobile) home is sited).
UNIVERSAL FIREBOX
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FB36CB and FB42CA
Circulating Models
WARNING: Improper installa-
tion, adjustment, alteration,
service, or maintenance can
cause injury or property dam-
age. Refer to this manual for
correct installation and opera-
tional procedures. For assis-
tance or additional informa-
tion consult a qualified in-
staller, service agency, or the
gas supplier.
WARNING: For use only with
decorative type unvented room
heaters. Do not build a wood fire.
This firebox has been tested and
approved by I.A.S. under their
REQ. 2-97 for use with any ANS
Z21.11.2 approved gas logs.

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  • Page 1 ® UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) ™ LogMate UNIVERSAL FIREBOX OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL ® FB36NCA and FB42NC FB36CB and FB42CA Non-circulating Models Circulating Models WARNING: Improper installa- WARNING: If the information in this manual is not tion, adjustment, alteration, followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result...
  • Page 2: Safety Information

    Do not use blower accessory with Models FB36NCA or FB42NC. Use only the WARNING: Any change to provided hood, or appropriate polished this firebox or its controls can be brass hood accessory.
  • Page 3: Local Codes

    OWNER’S MANUAL LOCAL CODES PRODUCT LOCATING FEATURES FIREBOX Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use Planning the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Operation Code ANS Z223.1, also known as NFPA 54*. Plan where you will install the firebox.
  • Page 4: Product Specifications

    VANGUARD UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) LOGMATE™ FIREBOX PRODUCT 41 11/16" (36" models) • 47 11/16" (42" models) SPECIFICATIONS Standoffs 2 5/8" 35" 19 3/8" Built-in Nailing 15 7/8" Flanges 36" (36" models) • 42" (42" models) 2 5/8" Louvers (Models FB36CB and FB42CA only) 6 5/8"...
  • Page 5 OWNER’S MANUAL AIR FOR PROVIDING ADEQUATE Confined and Unconfined Space VENTILATION COMBUSTION AND The National Fuel Gas Code (ANS Z223.1, 1992 Section 5.3) defines a confined space The following is exerpts from National Fuel VENTILATION as a space whose volume is less than 50 Gas Code.
  • Page 6 VANGUARD UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) LOGMATE™ FIREBOX AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR FIREBOX LOCATION Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Use this work sheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space. Space: Includes the room in which you will install firebox plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms.
  • Page 7 OWNER’S MANUAL AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND 12" VENTILATION Continued Ventilation VENTILATION AIR Ventilation Grills Grills Into Adjoining Room, Into Adjoining Ventilation Air From Inside Option 2 Room, Remove Building Option 1 Door into Adjoining This fresh air would come from an adjoining Room, unconfined space.
  • Page 8 VANGUARD UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) LOGMATE™ FIREBOX INSTALLATION INSTALLATION C. When the firebox is installed on car- peting or other combustible material, CLEARANCES other than wood flooring, the firebox NOTICE: A qualified service per- should be installed on a metal or wood son must install firebox.
  • Page 9 1/2 inch.This will FOR 36" MODELS cover the rough edges of the wall opening. FOR 36" MODEL Height - 37" for FB36NCA If installing a mantel above the firebox, you Height - 37" for F " for FB36CB must follow the clearances shown in Figure 35 1/2"...
  • Page 10 VANGUARD UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) LOGMATE™ FIREBOX INSTALLATION IMPORTANT: Non-combustible materials Place cabinet mantel on floor in desired such as brick, tile, etc. may overlap the front location. Make sure mantel is flush Continued facing, but should never cover any neces- against wall. 3.
  • Page 11: Installing Gas Line

    OWNER’S MANUAL INSTALLATION HARD-WIRING FIREBOX For Built-in Installation of Continued Manual Circulating Models Only Shutoff Valves 6. Install the brass trim kit furnished with Models FB36CB and FB42CA can be hard- (Install mantel. See instruction sheet included wired to the duplex outlet located inside the One) with the mantel now.
  • Page 12 VANGUARD UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) LOGMATE™ FIREBOX INSTALLATION Remove the four Phillips screws in fire- box bottom. Continued Use the two finger holes in the firebox bottom to carefully lift up and remove 2. Remove the screw and retainer bracket the firebox bottom. at the top of the brick liner panel in the Electric back of the firebox.
  • Page 13: Technical Service

    Phillips screw provided (see Figure 22). 1. Attach hood to firebox using (7) #10 x If so, contact DESA International’s Techni- 4. Insert other rod into front hole on right 3/8" phillips screws provided (see Fig-...
  • Page 14 VANGUARD UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) LOGMATE™ FIREBOX ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FB36NCA FB42NC 104654...
  • Page 15 OWNER’S MANUAL PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 13 of this manual. FB36NCA FB42NC PART NUMBER FB36NCA FB42NC DESCRIPTION QTY. 103437-01 103437-02 Firebox Top...
  • Page 16 VANGUARD UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) LOGMATE™ FIREBOX ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FB36CB FB42CA 104654...
  • Page 17 OWNER’S MANUAL PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 13 of this manual. FB36CB FB42CA PART NUMBER FB36CB FB42CA DESCRIPTION QTY. 103437-03 103437-04 Firebox Top 103608-01 103608-01 Firebrick Retainer...
  • Page 18 Purchase these firebox accessories from your GA6091 (36" Models) local dealer. If they can not supply these GA6092 (42" Models) accessories, call DESA International’s Sales Optional with built-in installation. Provides Department at 1-800-432-2382 for infor- a finished appearance covering rough and/ mation.
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  • Page 20: Warranty Information

    VENT-FREE FIREBOX DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for three (3) years 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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