Desa VYGF33PRA Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

Unvented (vent-free) gas fireplace
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mantel, hearth base, and trim
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VYGF33PRA, VYGF33NRA, FPVF33PR (Millivolt) and FPVF33NR (Millivolt)
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.
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 appliance
is not convertible for use with other gases.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer
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UNVENTED (VENT-FREE)
GAS FIREPLACE
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
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REMOTE-READY GAS FIREPLACE SYSTEMS
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Shown with optional cabinet
mantel and hearth base
accessories.
WARNING: Improper installa-
tion, adjustment, alteration, ser-
vice, or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Re-
fer to this manual for correct
installation and operational pro-
cedures. For assistance or ad-
ditional information consult a
qualified installer, service
agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING: This is an unvented
gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxy-
gen) 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 sec-
tion on page 4 of this manual.

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  • Page 1 Shown with optional cabinet mantel, hearth base, and trim mantel and hearth base accessories. accessories. VYGF33PRA, VYGF33NRA, FPVF33PR (Millivolt) and FPVF33NR (Millivolt) REMOTE-READY GAS FIREPLACE SYSTEMS WARNING: Improper installa- WARNING: If the information in this manual is not tion, adjustment, alteration, ser-...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ............2 TROUBLESHOOTING .............. 23 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ............. 3 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LIST ..26 LOCAL CODES ................4 WIRING DIAGRAM ..............34 UNPACKING ................4 SPECIFICATIONS ..............34 PRODUCT FEATURES ..............
  • Page 3: Product Identification

    8. Before using furniture polish, wax, carpet cleaner, or similar Piezo Ignitor products, turn heater off. If heated, the vapors from these prod- Figure 1 - Log Base Assembly (VYGF33PRA Shown) ucts may create a white powder residue within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture.
  • Page 4: Local Codes

    LOCAL CODES UNPACKING PRODUCT FEATURES AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION LOCAL CODES PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEM Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the latest edition of The National Fuel This fireplace has a piezo ignitor. This system requires no matches, Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54*.
  • Page 5 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Providing Adequate Ventilation Determining Fresh-Air Flow for Heater Location AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR HEATER LOCATION The following are excerpts from National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation. Determining if You Have a Confined or All spaces in homes fall into one of the three following ventilation Unconfined Space...
  • Page 6 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Determining Fresh-Air Flow for Heater Location (Cont.) Ventilation Air AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued The space in the example on page 5 is a confined space because the actual Btu/Hr used is more than the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support. You 12"...
  • Page 7: Installation

    INSTALLATION Check Gas Type Electrical Hookup Installing Hood INSTALLATION CHECK GAS TYPE NOTICE: This heater is intended for use as supple- mental heat. Use this heater along with your primary Use the correct gas type (natural or propane/LP) for your fireplace. heating system.
  • Page 8: Installation Clearances

    Trim Hanging Figure 8 - Minimum Clearance for Combustible to Wall Screws Hanging Notches on Trim Assembled Brass Trim Figure 7 - Attaching Brass Trim to Fireplace (VYGF33PRA Shown) For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 105270-01H...
  • Page 9: Conventional Fireplace Installation

    The corner mantel accessory for nections, pages 14 and 15. models VYGF33NRA or VYGF33PRA can only be paired with the corner hearth base. If mounting fireplace and cabinet or corner mantel to the floor, an optional G3005 Series Slim Base kit may be installed.
  • Page 10 (if allowed by local codes) after the equipment shutoff valve. The flexible gas line must be the Figure 15 - Attaching Fireplace to Wall Studs (VYGF33PRA last item installed on the gas piping. See Installing Gas Piping Shown) to Fireplace Location, pages 12 and 13.
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION Built-In Fireplace Installation (Cont.) INSTALLATION Continued 1. Frame in rough opening. Use dimensions shown in Figure 16 Cable from for the rough opening. Electrical 2. If using blower, install wiring and properly ground the three- Source prong, 120 volt electrical outlet in fireplace. Duplex Blower 3.
  • Page 12: Installing Gas Piping To Fireplace Location

    INSTALLATION Built-In Fireplace Installation (Cont.) Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Location INSTALLATION Continued Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION If placing mantel above built-in fireplace, you must meet minimum clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening. WARNING: This appliance requires a 1/2"...
  • Page 13: Connecting Fireplace To Gas Supply

    INSTALLATION Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Location (Cont.) Connecting Fireplace to Gas Supply INSTALLATION Continued CSA Design-Certified Equipment Shutoff Valve With 1/8" NPT Tap* CAUTION: Use only new, black iron or steel pipe. Internally-tinned copper tubing may be used in cer- tain areas.
  • Page 14: Checking Gas Connections

    INSTALLATION Connecting Fireplace to Gas Supply (Cont.) Checking Gas Connections INSTALLATION Continued CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS NOTICE: Most building codes do not permit con- cealed gas connections. A flexible gas line is pro- WARNING: Test all gas piping and connections, vided to allow accessibility from the fireplace (see internal and external tonit, for leaks after installing or Figure 24).
  • Page 15 INSTALLATION Checking Gas Connections (Cont.) INSTALLATION Continued Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa) 1. Close equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 25). Equipment Shutoff Valve 2. Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane/LP supply tank valve for propane/LP gas or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas, or using com- pressed air.
  • Page 16: Installing Logs

    It is very important to install the logs exactly as instructed. Do not modify logs. Only use logs supplied with fireplace. 1. For models VYGF33PRA and VYGF33NRA, place one-piece log set on grate to fit as illustrated in Figure 28. For models FPVF33PR and FPVF33NR, place one-piece log set on grate to fit as illustrated in Figure 29.
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION Optional Wireless Hand-Held Remote Control Accessories INSTALLATION Continued OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND-HELD REMOTE INSTALLING 9-VOLT BATTERIES CONTROL ACCESSORIES (GHRCB and Two 9-volt batteries (not included) are required to operate this GHRCTB) heater with the wireless hand held remote control set. Install one battery in the receiver and one in the hand-held remote control unit.
  • Page 18: Operating Fireplace

    OPERATING FIREPLACE For Your Safety Read Before Lighting Lighting Instructions OPERATING FIREPLACE 4. Press in and turn control knob clockwise to the FOR YOUR SAFETY OFF position. READ BEFORE LIGHTING 5. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas, including near the floor.
  • Page 19: Manual Lighting

    OPERATING FIREPLACE Lighting Instructions (Cont.) To Turn Gas Off To Appliance Manual Lighting Procedure Optional Hand-Held Remote Operation OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued 1. After lighting, let pilot flame burn for about one minute. WARNING: Make sure the selector switch is in the Turn control knob to ON position.
  • Page 20: Optional Blower Operation

    OPERATING FIREPLACE Optional Hand-Held Remote Operation (Cont.) Optional Blower Operation OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued THERMOSTAT SERIES (MODEL GHRCTB) Safety Features When away from home for an extended period of time or as a The hand-held remote can be operated using either the manual child safety feature to prevent accidental ignition of the fire- mode (MANU) or thermostatic mode (AUTO) (see Figure 43).
  • Page 21: Inspecting Burners

    INSPECTING BURNERS Pilot Flame Pattern Burner Primary Air Holes Main Burner Burner Flame Pattern INSPECTING BURNERS BURNER FLAME PATTERN Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often. PILOT FLAME PATTERN WARNING: If yellow tipping occurs, your fireplace Figure 44 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. Figure 45 shows an could produce increased levels of carbon monoxide.
  • Page 22: Cleaning And Maintenance

    CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Burner Injector Holder and Pilot Air Inlet Hole Logs CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 3. Blow air through the ports/slots and holes in the burner. WARNING: Turn off fireplace and let cool before 4. Check the injector holder located at the end of the burner cleaning.
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Note: For additional help, visit DESA CAUTION: Never use a wire, WARNING: Turn off and let Heating Products’ technical service web needle, or similar object to clean cool before servicing. Only a site at www.desatech.com. ODS/pilot. This can damage ODS/ qualified service person should pilot unit.
  • Page 24 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit 1. Inlet gas pressure is too low 1. Contact local natural or propane/LP gas company 2. Burner orifice(s) clogged 2. Clean burner(s) (see Cleaning and Mainte- nance, page 22) or replace burner orifice(s) 3.
  • Page 25 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 26: Illustrated Parts Breakdown And Parts List

    ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models VYGF33PRA and VYGF33NRA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODELS VYGF33PRA AND VYGF33NRA (SHOWN) For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 105270-01H...
  • Page 27: Parts List

    PARTS LIST Models VYGF33PRA and VYGF33NRA PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 34 of this manual. PART NUMBER VYGF33PRA VYGF33NRA DESCRIPTION QTY. 102785-03...
  • Page 28 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models VYGF33PRA and VYGF33NRA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FIREBOX MODELS VYGF33PRA AND VYGF33NRA For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 105270-01H...
  • Page 29 PARTS LIST Models VYGF33PRA and VYGF33NRA PARTS LIST FIREBOX MODELS VYGF33PRA AND VYGF33NRA This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 34 of this manual. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY.
  • Page 30 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models FPVF33PR and FPVF33NR ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODELS FPVF33PR AND FPVF33NR (Shown) For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 105270-01H...
  • Page 31 PARTS LIST Models FPVF33PR and FPVF33NR PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 34 of this manual. PART NUMBER FPVF33PR FPVF33NR DESCRIPTION QTY. 102785-02 102785-02 Log, Golden Oak 103778-01...
  • Page 32 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models FPVF33PR and FPVF33NR ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FIREBOX MODELS FPVF33PR AND FPVF33NR For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 105270-01H...
  • Page 33 PARTS LIST Models FPVF33PR and FPVF33NR PARTS LIST FIREBOX MODELS FPVF33PR AND FPVF33NR This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 34 of this manual. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY.
  • Page 34: Wiring Diagram

    If so, contact DESA Heating Products’ Technical Service Department at 1-866-672-6040. When calling, please have VYGF33PRA your model and serial numbers of your heater ready. FPVF33PR You can also visit DESA Heating Products’ technical services web Btu (Variable) 20,000/33,000 site at www.desatech.com. Type Gas...
  • Page 35: Accessories

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  • Page 36 WALL-MOUNT ON/OFF SWITCH - GWMS2 Base Trim (Not Shown) For models VYGF33PRA and VYGF33NRA. Mantel trim for For all models. Allows the gas log heater to be turned on and off cabinet, or corner mantel. Hearth base trim for hardwood hearth bases.
  • Page 37: Owner's Registration Form

    First Name: Last Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Country: Home Phone: E-Mail: Please answer the following questions to register your product with DESA Heating Products: 1. Where will the product be used? Living/Family Room Office/Warehouse Utility Shed/Outbuilding Garage Bedroom Bathroom Other If you bought this product yourself, did you plan to purchase this type of product before going into the store? 3.
  • Page 38 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 105270-01H TAPE...
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  • Page 40: Warranty Information

    VENT-FREE GAS FIREPLACE 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. To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented.

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