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enable you to obtain replacement parts or accessory items when needed. Keep it with your other important papers.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* permanently, manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by state or 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, unless a certified kit is used and installed by a qualified technician.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer.
DESA INTERNATIONAL
2701 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE
P.O. BOX 90024
BOWLING GREEN, KY 42101-9004
www.desatech.com
PENINSULA MODELS
TPNA/TPNPA/TPNEA/TPNPEA
SEE THROUGH MODELS
TSTA/TSTPA/TSTEA/TSTPEA
GRAVITY DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THIS BOOK
(V)DVF36
(V)DVF36
PENINSULA MODEL
SHOWN
P/N 56131
REV C
8/02
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Page 1: Installation Instructions
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, unless a certified kit is used and installed by a qualified technician. *Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer. DESA INTERNATIONAL 2701 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE P/N 56131 P.O. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS • DIMENSIONS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 2 • INTRODUCTION ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 3 • CLEARANCES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 4 • FRAMING ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 5 • GENERAL VENTING ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 6 • VENTING INSTALLATION ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 7 • HORIZONTAL TERMINATION ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 11 • VERTICAL TERMINATION ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. -
Page 3: Dimensions
Figure 1 PENINSULA DIMENSIONS Figure 2 SEE -THROUGH DIMENSIONS For more information, visit www.desatech.com... -
Page 4: Introduction
Do not place clothing or other flammable materials on a fire hazard. or near the appliance. ♦ The DESA warranty will be voided by and DESA • NEVER leave children unattended when a fire is disclaims any responsibility for the following actions: burning in the fireplace. -
Page 5: Clearances
CAUTION: Do not block required air spaces with insulation or any other materials. Do not obstruct the effective opening of the appliance with any type of facing material. Figure 3 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION OF PENINSULA MODEL SHOWN Figure 4 MINIMUM CLEARANCES IN SELECTING A LOCATION, THE FOLLOWING PENINSULA MODEL PRECAUTIONS MUST BE OBSERVED:... -
Page 6: Framing
PLATFORM MUST BE SOLID, FLAT, AND FULLY SUPPORTED 24" (61cm) 39 3/4" (101cm) MIN. 40 1/2" (103cm) AS REQUIRED BY DESIGN AS LONG AS CEILING Figure 6 MANTEL CLEARANCES FOR CLEARANCE IS MAINTAINED PENINSULA AND SEE-THROUGH MODELS (PENINSULA SHOWN) Figure 8 ROUGH OPENING ON PLATFORM (PENINSULA) FRAMING... -
Page 7: General Venting
GENERAL VENTING These models are approved for use with Simpson, Dura- Vent®, rigid type direct vent pipe as supplied by DESA or may be used with approved types of flexible vent pipe (i.e. ECCO-FLEX™ or ZFlex™) when appropriately sized for a 8"... -
Page 8: Venting Installation
U nauthorized modification of the venting system. • Installation of any component part not manufactured or approved by DESA. I nstallation other than as instructed by these instructions. WARNING: This gas fireplace and its vent assembly must be vented directly to the outside. The venting system must NEVER be attached to the chimney serving a separate solid fuel-burning appliance. - Page 9 See Installing Vent System 90° in a chase. 1' MINIMUM Your DESA direct-vent fireplace has been tested for a 12" MIN. minimum of 3 feet of vertical rise with accommodation for a 45°...
- Page 10 Twist-lock Procedure: The female ends of the pipes and 3. Attach the vent pipe assembly to the fireplace using twist- fittings have four locking lugs (indentations). These lugs will lock connections for rigid pipe or clamp, method for flex pipe. slide straight into matching slots on the male ends of the See figure 20.
- Page 11 When installing a square termination, apply a bead of non- hardening mastic around the outside edge of the vent cap. Position the square or the round vent cap in the center of the 8 INLET PIPE 1/2" hole on the exterior wall or in a firestop when installed over a 12 1/2"...
- Page 12 HORIZONTAL TERMINATION CONFIGURATIONS Figures 25 through 27 show different configurations for venting with horizontal termination. Each figure includes a chart with vertical minimum/maximum and horizontal maximum dimensions, which must be met. All connections must be sealed with high temperature silicone sealant as specified in the second warning statement on page 7.
- Page 13 INSTALLATION FOR VERTICAL TERMINATION NOTE: Use rigid pipe only. Flex venting is not to be used with a vertical termination. ROOF FLASHING ROOF FLASHING 1. Determine the route that your vertical venting will take. If PLUMBER'S TAPE ceiling joists, roof rafters, or other framing will obstruct the CONNECTED TO WALL STRAP venting system, consider an offset (see Figure 28) to avoid...
- Page 14 5. Place the flashing over the pipe section(s) extending VENTING WITH TWO 90 DEG. ELBOWS through the roof. Apply a bead of silicone or roof sealer to the VERTICAL (V) HORIZONTAL (H1) + (H2) bottom flange of the flashing and secure the base of the 5' min.
- Page 15 INSTALLATION FOR VERTICAL TERMINATION Your DESA vented fireplace has been tested and approved for elevations from 0 - 2000 feet (609m) and certified for elevations from 0 - 500 feet (1371m). When installing this fireplace at elevations above 2000 ft (in the USA), you may need to decrease the input rating by changing the existing burner orifice to a smaller size.
- Page 16 VENT PIPE AND TERMINATION CLEARANCES The final position of your appliance depends on the location of the termination in relation to the clearances that must be observed. Figure 35 A= 12” (305mm) clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck G= 6” (15mm) clearance to inside corner. or balcony.
- Page 17 WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION The (V)DVF36TPNEA/TSTEA series uses a 24 VAC current supplied from a transformer mounted on the ignition module and is prewired for easy connection to a wall switch (see LOCATING figure 36). The (V)DVF36TPNA/TSTA versions use a self HOLES generated millivolt current that allows you to activate the gas control valve directly, without the use of normal household...
- Page 18 OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND HELD INSTALLING THE (SKYTECH) and (WRC) MODEL REMOTE CONTROLS (ELECTRONIC MODELS ONLY) REMOTE CONTROL INSTALLATIONS 1. Remove lower louver access panel from fireplace (see NOTE: If using an optional wireless hand held remote control, figure 38). the wall switch is no longer operational. 2.
- Page 19 INSTALLING A ALKALINE BATTERY IN CAUTION: Compounds used on threaded joints of gas HAND HELD REMOTE CONTROL UNITS piping shall be resistant to the action of Liquefied Petroleum (LP or propane) Gases, and should be applied 1. Remove battery cover on back of remote control unit. lightly to ensure excess sealant does not enter the gas line.
- Page 20 INSTALLING LOG SET WARNING: All gas piping and connections must be tested for leaks after the installation is completed. After Before proceeding, make sure the gas control valve is in the ensuring that the gas valve is open, apply a soap and water “OFF”...
- Page 21 9. Take twigs "D" (bent twig) and place them as shown in figure 53. LEFT 10. Place twig "E" across the top of Logs "B" in the remaining notches as shown in figure 53. 11. When finished installing the logs, close the glass doors while making certain that all four latches are securely fastened.
- Page 22 CLEANING THE GLASS DOOR PILOT / ELECTRODE ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENTS 4. When cleaning the glass, DO NOT remove the glass from The pilot assembly is factory preset for the proper flame the frame. Use any glass cleaner to clean the glass. Do not use height.
- Page 23 OPERATING GUIDELINES AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS When lit for the first time, the appliance may emit a slight odor for about 16 to 24 hours. This is normal and is due to the “curing” of the logs and the “burn-in” of internal paints and lubricants used in the manufacturing process.
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Page 24: Wiring Diagrams
REPLACEMENT AND ACCESSORY PARTS Log Set: Front/Rear, and Top Logs (standard with all units). Pilot/Igniter Assembly: If in need of replacing, a qualified technician must replace it. Gas Control Valve: If in need of replacing, a qualified technician must replace it. Wall Switch: The Wall Switch, cover plate, and millivolt wires come standard with this appliance. - Page 25 -24 - For more information, visit www.desatech.com...
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Page 27: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE MILLIVOLT SYSTEM PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION PILOT WILL NOT LIGHT NO GAS SUPPLY OR SHUT-OFF VALVE IS OFF CHECK TO SEE IF YOU HAVE GAS SUPPLY AIR IN GAS LINE HOLD REGULATOR CONTROL VALVE IN THE "PILOT" POSITION FOR 2 OR 3 MINUTES TO PURGE AIR. - Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION IGNITOR WILL NOT SPARK NO GAS SUPPLY OR SHUT-OFF VALVE IS OFF CHECK TO SEE IF YOU HAVE GAS SUPPLY OR BURNER WILL NOT LIGHT AIR IN GAS LINE REPEAT LIGHTING PROCEDURE SEVERAL TIMES TO PURGE ALL AIR OUT OF LINES.
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Page 29: Replacement Parts And Accessories
REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES -28 - For more information, visit www.desatech.com... - Page 30 We do not warranty breakage occurring during installation or transportation. If the decorative gas appliance covered by this Warranty is found to be defective within one year from the date of installation, DESA will, at its option, replace or repair defective components of the decorative gas appliance manufactured by DESA at no charge, or will pay for reasonable costs incurred in replacing or repairing such components.