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Vanguard VMH26TPA Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

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VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS
COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
VMH26TPA
14,000 to 26,000 Btu/Hr
with Thermostat
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
Save this manual for future reference.
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FIREPLACE
Shown with Optional
Cabinet Mantel/Hearth
Base Accessory
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 addi-
tional 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 5 of this manual.

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  • Page 1 VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL VMH26TPA 14,000 to 26,000 Btu/Hr with Thermostat 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.

  • Page 2: Safety Information

    2. Do not place propane/LP supply tank(s) inside any structure. Locate propane/ LP supply tank(s) outdoors. VMH26TPA 3. If you smell gas • shut off gas supply • do not try to light any appliance • do not touch any electrical switch;...

  • Page 3: Product Identification

    PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Fireplace Cabinet Ignitor Button Figure 1 - Vent-Free Propane/LP Gas Compact Fireplace LOCAL CODES Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223.1, also known as NFPA 54*.
  • Page 4 Figure 2). Do not allow branch to con- tact flame. If flame contacts branch, soot will be created. 7. Reattach screen by placing the notches in the screen frame over the shoulder screws and pushing down. VMH26TPA Screen Shipping Back Log Screw Screw...

  • Page 5: Air For Combustion And Ventilation

    AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION WARNING: This heater shall not be installed in a confined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and venti- lation air. Read the following in- structions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel-burning appliances in your home.
  • Page 6 National Fuel Gas Code, ANS Z223.1, 1992, Section 5.3 or applicable local codes. VMH26TPA Example: Gas water heater...

  • Page 7: Ventilation Air

    AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued VENTILATION AIR Ventilation Air From Inside Building This fresh air would come from an adjoining unconfined space. When ventilating to an adjoining unconfined space, you must pro- vide two permanent openings: one within 12" of the ceiling and one within 12" of the floor on the wall connecting the two spaces (see options 1 and 2, Figure 4).

  • Page 8: Check Gas Type

    See Air for Combustion and Ventilation, pages 5 through 7. VMH26TPA Note: Your Vanguard fireplace is designed to be used in zero clearance installations. Wall or framing material can be placed directly against any exterior surface of your fireplace, except where standoff spacers are integrally attached.

  • Page 9: Built-In Fireplace Installation

    INSTALLATION Continued BUILT-IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Built-in installation of this fireplace involves installing fireplace into a framed-in enclo- sure. This makes the front of fireplace flush with wall. An optional brass trim kit acces- sory is available (see Accessories, page 27). Brass trim will extend past sides of fireplace approximately 1/2 inch.

  • Page 10: Optional Mantel Installation

    Side of Firebox Figure 11 - Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation VMH26TPA 5. Firmly snap brass trim kit on shoulder screws. Shoulder screws are located on fireplace cabinet (see Figure 12). 6. Align brass trim kit for flush fit around opening.
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION Continued Assembling Brass Trim (Brass trim shipped with mantel) 1. Remove packaging from three remain- ing pieces of brass trim. 2. Locate two adjusting plates with set screws, and two shims in the hardware packet. 3. Align shim under adjusting plate as shown in Figure 14.
  • Page 12 Plate Valve Cover Shield Box Cover Figure 17 - Installing Blower Bracket Assembly VMH26TPA 6. Route the wire harness through the hole in left side of baffle. Pull wire harness through lower opening above where the valve shield was removed.
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION Continued For Built-In Installation WARNING: A licensed elec- trician must connect the wiring harness to electrical supply fol- lowing all local codes. Electri- cian must provide a clamp on the box cover to secure the wir- ing. Wiring should be routed through the bushing in the hole on the outer casing of heater.

  • Page 14: Connecting To Gas Supply

    Install external regu- lator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 22. Pointing the vent down pro- tects it from freezing rain or sleet. VMH26TPA CAUTION: Use only new, black iron or steel pipe. Inter- nally-tinned copper tubing may be used in certain areas.

  • Page 15: Connecting Fireplace To Gas Supply

    INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY Installation Items Needed • Phillips screwdriver • sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not provided) 1. Remove fireplace screen. Remove two screws that hold fireplace screen in place for shipping. These screws are located near top of screen. Discard screws.

  • Page 16: Checking Gas Connections

    5. Correct all leaks at once. 6. Reconnect heater and manual shutoff valve to gas supply. Check reconnected fittings for leaks. VMH26TPA Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG 1. Close manual shutoff valve (see Fig- ure 26).

  • Page 17: Operating Fireplace

    OPERATING FIREPLACE FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not fol- low these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result caus- ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand.
  • Page 18 (depending on housing construction, installation location, room size, open air temperatures, etc.). Frequent use of your fireplace will let you determine your own comfort levels. VMH26TPA MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE 1. Follow steps 1 through 5 under Light- ing Instructions, page 17.

  • Page 19: Inspecting Burner

    INSPECTING BURNER Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame pattern often. PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 31 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. Figure 32 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern. The incorrect pilot flame is not touch- ing the thermocouple. This will cause the thermocouple to cool.

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    When ignitor button is pressed, there is spark at ODS/pilot but no ignition ODS/pilot lights but flame goes out when control knob is released VMH26TPA WARNING: Turn off and un- plug fireplace and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified ser- vice person should service and repair fireplace.
  • Page 21 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit Delayed ignition of burner Burner backfiring during combustion Yellow flame during burner combustion Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Fireplace produces a whistling noise when burner is lit White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture 104059...
  • Page 22 Fireplace shuts off in use (ODS operates) Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position Gas odor during combustion Moisture/condensation noticed on windows VMH26TPA POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. Metal expanding while heating or con- tracting while cooling 1. Fireplace burning vapors from paint, hair spray, glues, etc.

  • Page 23: Cleaning And Maintenance

    CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn off fireplace and let cool before cleaning. CAUTION: You must keep con- trol areas, burner, and circulating air passageways of fireplace clean. Inspect these areas of fire- place before each use. Have fire- place inspected yearly by a quali- fied service person.

  • Page 24: Illustrated Parts Breakdown

    ® COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN VMH26TPA 12-1 12-2 VMH26TPA 35-1 35-2 12-1 104059...

  • Page 25: Parts List

    PARTS LIST VMH26TPA This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 26 of this manual. 104059 OWNER’S MANUAL KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 102633-02CK Outer Casing Top...

  • Page 26: Specifications

    • burner will produce flames and soot • fireplace will backfire when lit You may feel your gas pressure is too low or gas quality is bad. If so, contact your local propane/LP gas supplier. VMH26TPA 14,000/26,000 Propane/LP Only Piezo 8" W.C.
  • Page 27 ACCESSORIES Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer. If they cannot supply these accessories call DESA International’s Sales Department at 1-800-458-2472 for referral information. You can also write to the ad- dress listed on the back page of this manual. MANUAL SHUTOFF VALVE GA5010 Manual shutoff valve with 1/8"...

  • Page 28: 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. VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for four (4) years and five (5) years on stainless steel burners from the date of first purchase, provided that the product has been properly installed, operated and maintained...

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