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OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
MODELS VE32L, VE32LB, VE32LH, VE32LBH,
VE36L, VE36LB, VE36LH AND VE36LBH
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING
AND USING APPLIANCE.
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not fol-
lowed exactly, an electrical shock or fire may result caus-
ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable va-
pors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
— Installation and service must be performed by a quali-
fied service agency.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
For more information, visit www.desatech.com
ELECTRIC FIREPLACE
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- Page 1 OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL MODELS VE32L, VE32LB, VE32LH, VE32LBH, VE36L, VE36LB, VE36LH AND VE36LBH PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING APPLIANCE. WARNING: If the information in this manual is not fol- lowed exactly, an electrical shock or fire may result caus- ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Safety Information ... 2 Product Specification ... 3 Installation ... 3 Features and Operation... 7 Accessory Installation ... 8 Troubleshooting ... 13 Wiring Diagram ... 14 WARNING: Electrical wiring must comply with local build- ing codes and other applicable regulations to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock and injury to persons. -
Page 3: Locating Fireplace
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION VE32 = 22 VE36 = 24 VE32 = 15 " VE36 = 17" 5/8" VE32 = 6 " VE36 = 5 " LEFT SIDE INSTALLATION LOCATING FIREPLACE Plan where to locate and frame fireplace. Before installation consider the following: 1. -
Page 4: Installation Clearances
INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLATION CLEARANCES Minimum clearances to combustible construc- tion are: • Top, Back and Sides of Recessed Cabinet .....0" Min. •... -
Page 5: Built-In Installation
INSTALLATION Continued 5. Snap assembled trim kit onto shoulder screws around face to lock fireplace into mantel facing. 6. Attach mantel to base according to mantle instructions. BUILT-IN INSTALLATION Built-in installations require a framed enclo- sure constructed of 2" x 4" or heavier lumber and sized in accordance with Figure 8. - Page 6 INSTALLATION Continued ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION WARNING: Any electrical re- wiring of this appliance must be done by a qualified electrician. This wiring must be done in ac- cordance with local codes and/or in the U.S.A. with the current, Na- tional Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No 70 and in Canada with CSA C22.1 Canadian Electric code.
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Page 7: Features And Operation
INSTALLATION Continued Figure 11 - Removing Shipping Brace LAMPS AND LAvA ROCk Before operating fireplace, lamp bulbs must be inspected and lava rock may be added if desired. 1. Lift log bed off hearth base to gain access to lamp fixtures (log bed is attached with contact magnets). -
Page 8: Accessory Installation
FLAME BRIGHTNESS Flame Brightness ACCESSORy INSTALLATION OPTIONAL GLASS DOORS Models VE36L and VE32L will accept bifold glass doors that are fully operable or a fixed panel door that limits access to fireplace, (see Accessories, page 23). Installing Bifold Glass Doors... - Page 9 ACCESSORy INSTALLATION Continued Removing Bifold Glass Doors Bifold doors may be removed for replacing or cleaning. 1. Partially open each door and press up on upper spring clip with a screw driver until outer top pivot pin is free of the clip. 2.
- Page 10 ACCESSORy INSTALLATION Continued 5. Insert brick panel, beveled edge first, through firebox opening. Tilt and angle top edge into brick retainer until beveled edge contacts imager and panel is flat against firebox (see Figure 20). 6. Align hearth pan bracket over holes near lower edge of brick panel and secure with 2 pan screws provided.
- Page 11 ACCESSORy INSTALLATION Continued 7. Remove blower/heater assembly with 4 screws from packaging. Blower is pre- wired for convenience. 8. Align blower assembly over hole pattern on blower mount and attach with 4 pan head screws provided (see Figures 22 and 23). 9.
- Page 12 ACCESSORy INSTALLATION Continued 15. Connect red heater wire to terminal marked 'L-4' on heater power switch (see Figure 26 or 27. 16. Connect one end of black jumper lead, provided in kit, to power connection marked 'D' on terminal block and other end to switch terminal marked 'L-5' (see Figure 26).
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Page 13: Troubleshooting
Note: Before troubleshooting system, make sure power to circuit from breaker or fuse panel is turned ON. The three most common causes of a malfunctioning electric fireplace are: 1. Tripped circuit breaker or blown fuse. 2. Loose or burned out light bulb. 3. -
Page 14: Wiring Diagram
MOTOR CUTOUT CIRCUIT HEATER COIL 4 LN 1 SUPPLY WHT - ALTERNATE CONNECTION HARNESS 4" BLK TERMINAL FRONT HARNESS TO LAMP CIRCUIT RED LAMP YELLOW LAMP WIRINg DIAgRAM HEATER ASSEMBLY - ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM CAUTION: DISCONNECT FIREPLACE FROM THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY BEFORE REMOVING THIS COVER CAUTION: USE SUPPLY WIRES SUITABLE FOR 105°C OR EQUIVALENT CONTROL PANEL - ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM... -
Page 15: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to re- duce the risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury. WARNING: Any electrical repairs or rewiring of this unit should be carried out by a licensed electrician in accor- dance with national and local codes. - Page 16 MAINTENANCE Continued 5. Rotate control door up into control com- partment and slide on end into side of compartment. 6. Tilt out one end first then pull remaining door assembly through opening. 7. Replace door, by starting with door upside down, pins up and facing unit.
- Page 17 MAINTENANCE Continued ACCESSING IMAGING UNIT The imaging unit can be accessed from inside fireplace for servicing as follows: 1. Remove glass doors (if equipped). See Optional Glass Doors, on page 8. 2. Remove screens, grate, hearth pan brack- ets and brick liners. See Figure 33 and instructions under Optional Brick Liners, page 9.
- Page 18 MAINTENANCE Continued Base Cover Figure 36 - Removing Base Cover SERvICING FAN BLOWER To remove fan blower: 1. Follow instructions under Accessing Imag- ing Unit, page 17. 2. Remove 3 light bulbs from lamp fixtures (see Replacing Light Bulbs, page 15). 3.
- Page 19 Note: Flame pennant should not be twisted or tangled and should hang slightly loose to allow free movement. If cord is too short or pennant is torn you must obtain a replacement flame assembly (see Replacement Parts, on page 22). 4.
- Page 20 MAINTENANCE Continued REPLACING LAMP FIxTURES Lamp fixtures may be replaced as follows: 1. Turn off all power to fireplace at circuit breaker or fuse. 2. Locate any of 3 defective lamp fixtures and trace wiring to crimp connectors in harness and disconnect. 3.
- Page 21 MAINTENANCE Continued REPLACING REFLECTIvE RIBBONS If reflective ribbons become damaged or loose they may be replaced as follows: 1. Turn off all power to fireplace at circuit breaker or fuse. 2. Locate defective ribbon; there are 3 strips mounted on rear cabinet and 3 mounted in base (see Figure 39, page 20).
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Page 22: Technical Service
MAINTENANCE Continued Note: If full replacement of imager is neces- sary, wiring harnesses must be disconnected and new harnesses reconnected at control panel. For proper connection, follow wiring diagram shown in Figure 28, page 14. Imaging Unit Figure 41 - Removing Imaging Unit TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about instal- lation, operation or troubleshooting. -
Page 23: Accessories
ACCESSORIES Purchase these firebox accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA Sales Department at 1-866-672-6040 for information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual. PERIMETER TRIM kITS PT32 - 32"... -
Page 24: Illustrated Parts Breakdown And Parts List
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAkDOWN MODELS vE32L, vE32LB, vE32LH, vE32LBH, vE36L, vE36LB, vE36LH AND vE36LBH www.desatech.com 115121-01B... -
Page 25: Parts List
This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 22 of this manual. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 111065-02 Louver Assembly (Bottom) 111062-04 Louver Assembly (Bottom) 111065-01 Louver Assembly )Top) 111065-03 Louver Assembly )Top) 110870-01... - Page 26 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAkDOWN IMAGING UNIT AND CONTROL PANEL FOR MODELS vE32L, vE32LB, vE32LH, vE32LBH, vE36L, vE36LB, vE36LH AND vE36LBH 39/40 www.desatech.com 115121-01B...
- Page 27 This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 22 of this manual. PART NO. 112734-01 Flame Power Harness 112734-02 Fan Power Harness 112469-01 Lamp Bulb (Red) 112469-02 Lamp Bulb (Yellow) 112469-03 Lamp Bulb (Orange) 112725-01 Lamp Socket 112722-01 Crossflow Fan Blower...
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Page 28: Warranty Information
WARRANTy INFORMATION Model ___________________________________ Serial No. ________________________________ Date Purchased ___________________________ Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory. The only warranty applicable is our standard written warranty. We make no other warranty, expressed or implied. DESA warrants this product to be free from defects for one (1) year 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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