Desa CD32M Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

Direct-vent fireplace

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For more information, visit www.desatech.com
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CD32M (-1)(-2), CD36M (-A1)(-A2), CD42M-A
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.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
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.
This fireplace is manufactured for Stylecrest Inc. under the Coleman brand name by DESA.
This fireplace may be installed as an OEM installation in a manufactured (mobile) home and
must be installed in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and the Manufactured
Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 in the United States or the
Mobile Home Standard, CAN/CSA Z240 MH Series , in Canada. This fireplace is only for use with
the type(s) of gas indicated on the rating plate. A conversion kit is supplied with the fireplace.
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE
OWNER'S OPERATION AND
INSTALLATION MANUAL
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This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you on
how to install and maintain your appliance, it also con-
tains information that will enable you to obtain replace-
ment parts or optional accessory items when needed.
Keep it with your other important papers.
WARNING: Improper installation, ad-
justment, alteration, service, or mainte-
nance can cause injury or property
damage. Refer to this manual for cor-
rect installation and operational proce-
dures. For assistance or additional in-
formation consult a qualified installer,
service agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING: This direct-vent gas fire-
place is intended for use with natural
or propane/LP gas only. Do not at-
tempt to burn any solid fuels in this
appliance.

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  • Page 1 • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. This fireplace is manufactured for Stylecrest Inc. under the Coleman brand name by DESA. This fireplace may be installed as an OEM installation in a manufactured (mobile) home and...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    State of California to cause cancer or birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Models CD32M sereies, CD36M-A series and CD42M-A are heat circulating gravity direct-vent fireplaces with sealed combustion chamber. These fireplaces use millivolt gas control valve and millivolt ignition system.
  • Page 3: Selecting Location

    SELECTING LOCATION To determine the safest and most efficient location for your fire- place, consider the following guidelines: 1. The location must allow for proper clearances (see Figure 1). 2. Consider a location where the firepace would not be affected by drafts, air conditioning ducts, windows or doors.
  • Page 4: Vent Termination Clearances

    HORIZONTAL 1 ft (30.48 cm) Figure 3 - Framing Dimension Figure 4 - Corner Installation CD32M CD36M-A CD42M-A " " " " 19"...
  • Page 5 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued A = clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony [*12 inches (30.5cm) minimum] B = clearance to window or door that may be opened [12 inches (30.5cm) minimum] C = clearance to permanently closed window [minimum 12 inches (30.5cm) recommended to prevent condensation on window] D = vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal within a horizontal distance of 24 inches (61cm) from the...
  • Page 6: Venting Installation

    Male Locking Female Locking Lugs Lugs Vertical Flue Restrictor (For Vertical Venting Application) Figure 6 - Venting Installation Direct-Vent Pipe CD32M and CD36M-A " Inner and 7 " Outer CD42M-A 5" Inner and 8" Outer Wall Firestop Maintain 1" Minimum Air...
  • Page 7 INSTALLATION Continued If an offset is necessary in the attic to avoid obstruction, it is important to support the vent pipe every 3 ft. to avoid excessive stress on the elbows and possible separation (see Figure 8, page 7). Clearances must be maintained between the roof and the ter- mination.
  • Page 8: Pilot Adjustment

    INSTALLATION Gas Line Hook-Up Pilot Adjustment INSTALLATION Continued GAS LINE HOOK-UP WARNING: Gas line hook-up should be done by your gas supplier or a qualified service person. WARNING: Before you proceed, make sure your gas supply is OFF. An equipment shutoff valve has been included in the fireplace's gas supply system.
  • Page 9: Removing Glass Panel

    Models CD32M/CD36M-A Series Spring Latch Figure 20 - Installing Log #3, Models Series Figure 22 - Installing Logs #5 and #6, Models CD32M/CD36M-A Series INSTALLATION Removing Glass Panel Installin Log Set Figure 19 - Installing Log #2, Models CD32M/CD36M-A Series...
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION Installing Log Set (Cont.) INSTALLATION Continued Model CD42M-A 1. Place log #1 (small base log) onto pin on left side of grate extension (see Figure 23). 2. Rest left side of log #2 (front log) on top of log #1 and right side onto pin located on right side of grate extension (see Fig- ure 24).
  • Page 11: Decorative Facing

    FACE EXTENSION FOR MODEL CD32M ONLY Model CD32M comes equipped with a front face extension. The front face extension would add 3 1/2" to the width and 3/4" to the height of the fireplace face.
  • Page 12: Lighting Instructions

    (see Figure 31). The correct shutter openings are as follows: Tube Burner Model Natural Propane/LP Natural Propane/LP CD32M 0.188" Max. CD36M-A 0.188" CD42M-A 0.188"...
  • Page 13: For More Information, Visit Www.desatech.com For More Information, Visit Www.desatech.com

    OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued 9. Push in the control knob all the way and hold in. Immedi- ately light the pilot by pressing the red ignitor button until a flame appears. Continue to hold the control knob in for about one (1) minute after the pilot is lit. Release knob and it will pop back up.
  • Page 14 CONVERTING FIREPLACE FROM NATURAL GAS TO PROPANE/LP GAS Converting Control Valve CONVERTING FIREPLACE FROM NATURAL GAS TO PROPANE/LP GAS Continued CONVERTING CONTROL VALVE Convert the gas control valve by swapping out the valve regulator portion of the gas valve. 1. Using a TORX T20 or a slotted screwdriver, remove and dis- card the three mounting screws, pressure regulator tower, and diaphragm/spring components (see Figure 35).
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater. OBSERVED PROBLEM Pilot will not stay lit Pilot lit but no flame on burner Frequent pilot outage For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 111916-01A POSSIBLE CAUSE...
  • Page 16: Illustrated Parts Breakdown And Parts List

    ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models CD32M and CD36M-A Series ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODELS CD32M AND CD36M-A SERIES 21-1 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 21-3 21-5 21-4 21-6 21-2 111916-01A...
  • Page 17 21-6 109408-01 107348-01 Right Top Log (Log 6) ** Not a field replaceable part. † Optional - See page 21. For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 111916-01A Models CD32M and CD36M-A Series PART NUMBER CD32M QTY. 11102 11105 11179...
  • Page 18 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Model CD42M-A ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODEL CD42M-A 21-5 21-4 21-7 21-6 21-3 21-1 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 111916-01A...
  • Page 19 PARTS LIST MODEL CD42M-A PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION Firebox Assembly Face Weldment 108328-01 Door Assembly 108331-01 Top Panel Assembly Louver 108331-03 Bottom Panel Assembly Louver Fireplace Top Fireplace Top Insulation Fireplace Surround 108329-05 Burner Assembly 108374-01 Burner Base Gasket 111300-01 Rear Refractory 111301-01 Right Refractory 111302-01...
  • Page 20: Specifications

    (Remote Switch Wireway Optional Wiring Diagram For Fan Kit CD42M-A 25,000/35,000 Btu/hr 23,000/33,000 Btu/hr Piezo 3.5"w.c. 4.5" w.c. Safety Microswitch for Models CD32M-2 and CD36M-A2 Only Supplied) Do Not Connect To 120V Field Wire N.O.SW Incoming 120V AC (Fuse Box...
  • Page 21: Owner's Registration Form

    VALVE P/N #14389 PILOT ASSY. PN 108084-02 (NG) STANDARD BOTTOM LOUVER PILOT ORIFICE P/N 108903-03 (CD32M SERIES) 108085-01 #51 NAT P/N 108011-03 (CD36M-A SERIES) 108085-02 #30 LP P/N 108331-03 (CD42M-A) GLASS DOOR ASSEMBLY P/N 108892-01 (CD32M SERIES) P/N 110994-01 (CD36M-A SERIES)
  • Page 22 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 2701 Industrial Drive P.O. Box 90004 Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004 www.desatech.com 111916 01 NOT A UPC 111916-01 Rev. A 08/03 111916-01A...

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