Vanguard LogMate FB32CA Owner's Manual

Unvented (vent-free) 32” logmate universal firebox

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UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) 32" LogMate® UNIVERSAL FireBOX
OWNER'S MANUAL
Shown with optional cabinet
mantel, hearth base, brass trim,
and marble trim accessories.
FB32CA (SHOWN) AND NLFB32C CIRCULATING
LOUVERED;
FB32NCA AND NLFB32NC NONCIRCULATING SMOOTH
FACE MODELS
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not fol-
lowed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
WARNING: For use only with a listed gas-fired unvented
decorative room heater. Not to exceed 40,000 Btu/Hr.
Do not build a wood fire.
Carefully review the instructions supplied with the
decorative type unvented room heater for the minimum
fireplace size requirement.
Do not install an appliance in this firebox unless this
firebox meets the minimum dimensions required for
the installation.
This firebox has been tested and approved by CSA
under ANSI Z21.91 for use with any ANSI Z21.11.2 ap-
proved gas logs.
Save this manual for future reference.
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  • Page 1 UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) 32” LogMate® UNIVERSAL FireBOX OWNER’S MANUAL Shown with optional cabinet mantel, hearth base, brass trim, and marble trim accessories. FB32CA (SHOWN) AND NLFB32C CIRCULATING LOUVERED; FB32NCA AND NLFB32NC NONCIRCULATING SMOOTH FACE MODELS WARNING: If the information in this manual is not fol- lowed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, altera- tion, service, or maintenance can cause injury or prop- erty damage. Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures. For assistance or addi- tional information consult a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket,* per- manently located, manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by local codes.
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: This product con- tains and/or generates chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects, or other reproductive harm. IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service this firebox. Improper use of this firebox can cause seri- ous injury or deatah from burns, fire, explosion, electrical shock, or...
  • Page 4: Local Codes

    firebox. 3. Check all items for any shipping damage. If damaged, promptly inform dealer where you bought firebox. SPECIFICATIONS Built-in Nailing Flanges Louvers (Models FB32CA and NLFB32C only) Figure 1 - Firebox Front View www.desatech.com PRODUCT Standoffs (Models FB32NCA and NLFB32NC only) "...
  • Page 5: Product Features

    Standoffs (Models FB32NCA and NLFB32NC only) " " 6" " " Electrical Electrical Access Hole Access Hole with Bushing Figure 2 - Firebox Side View " " " " " " 105604-01H " " " " Gas Line Access " * 14 "...
  • Page 6: Air For Combustion And Ventilation

    AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION WARNING: This firebox shall not be installed in a confined space or unusually tight construc- tion unless provisions are provid- ed for adequate combustion and ventilation air. Read the following instructions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel-burning appliances in your home.
  • Page 7: Combustion And Ventilation Air

    AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR HEATER LOCATION Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Use this work sheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space. Includes the room in which you will install Space: heater plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the...
  • Page 8: Installation

    AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued VENTILATION AIR Ventilation Air From Inside Building This fresh air would come from an adjoining un- confined space. When ventilating to an adjoining unconfined space, you must provide two perma- nent openings: one within 12" of the ceiling and one within 12"...
  • Page 9: Installation Clearances

    1 /2 " noncirculating, smooth face models For FB32NCA and NLFB32NC Series noncirculating 19" 20" 21" 22" smooth face models For FB32CA and NLFB32C 13" 16" 19" 21" FB32CA Series circulating louvered models only NLFB32C Series circulating, Supplied Firebox Hood...
  • Page 10 INSTALLING BLOWER ACCESSORY (Model FB32CA only) You may install blower accessory GA3700 with conventional installation (below) or with built-in installation (page 11) with models FB32CA and NLFB32C only. Conventional Installation of Blower Accessory NOTICE: If a log set is currently installed in the firebox, disconnect...
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION Continued 7. Plug in blower power cord. a. If your firebox is installed as a freestanding unit, determine whether the power cord will exit the left side or the right side of the firebox. Install 1 plastic bushing provided into the 1 "...
  • Page 12 2. Lift and remove firebox bottom (see Figure 13). 3. If installing GA3700 Blower Accessory (Models FB32CA and NLFB32C only), see Installing Blower Accessory, page 10. 4. Route flexible gas line from manual shutoff valve into firebox through side.
  • Page 13 INSTALLING FIREPLACE SCREEN 1. Insert each rod through nine rings located at top of screen. 2. Insert first rod into rear hole in left side of firebox. Fasten rod to rear hole near center of firebox using black shoulder screw. 3.
  • Page 14 9. Attach flexible gas line to log set. See Con- necting to Gas Supply in your log set ownerʼs manual. 10. If installing GA3700 blower (FB32CA and NLFB32C models only), route blower electri- cal cord through bushing included with blower accessory in right side firebox support and...
  • Page 15: Replacement Parts

    GA6090, see instructions included with brass trim accessory. You must install shoulder screws now. 4. If using GA3700 blower accessory (Models FB32CA and NLFB32C only), see Installing Blower Accessory for built-in installation, page 11. 5. Attach flexible gas line to log set. See Con- necting to Gas Supply in log set ownerʼs...
  • Page 16: Accessories

    All models. Equipment shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap. BLOWER ACCESSORY - GA3700 Use with Models FB32CA and NLFB32C only. The variable speed blower allows you to select the desired speed. The blower circulates heated air from the fireplace into the room.
  • Page 17 ACCESSORIES Continued HARDWOOD CABINET HEARTH BASE GC3333F Series - Walnut Finished GC3334U Series - Unfinished GC3335F Series - Oak Veneer Finished GM3004W Series - Off White The cabinet hearth base creates a handsome riser for the firebox (cannot be used with corner mantel or face mantel).
  • Page 18: Illustrated Parts Breakdown And Parts List

    ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODELS FB32NCA AND NLFB32NC www.desatech.com 105604-01H...
  • Page 19 This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 15 of this manual. PART NUMBER FB32NCA 101872-03 101889-01 101929-04 101932-04 103207-01 103208-01 103297-01 103217-01CK 103773-02 103809-01 103816-01 101348-01 101357-03 M11084-26 ____...
  • Page 20 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODELS FB32CA AND NLFB32C www.desatech.com 105604-01H...
  • Page 21: Parts List

    This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 15 of this manual. PART NUMBER FB32CA 101872-03 101889-01 101929-04 101932-04 103207-01 103208-01 103297-01 103217-01CK 103773-01 103809-01 M12461-2 101348-01...
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  • Page 24: Warranty Information

    WARRANTY INFORMATION Model Serial No. Date Purchased Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory. We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. 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 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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