Desa (V)V36N-B SERIES, VV36NC1 SERIES Owner's Operation And Installation Manual
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NATURAL GAS MODELS CHDV36NR-C, (V)V36N-B SERIES
PROPANE/LP GAS MODEL (V)V36P-B SERIES AND VV36PC1 SERIES
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property dam-
age, 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.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*, permanently located, 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.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer.
AND VV36NC1 SERIES
FOR YOUR SAFETY
FOR YOUR SAFETY
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DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE
OWNER'S OPERATION AND
INSTALLATION MANUAL
WARNING: Improper instal-
lation, adjustment, alteration,
service, or maintenance can
cause injury or property dam-
age. Refer to this manual for
correct installation and op-
erational procedures. For as-
sistance or additional infor-
mation consult a qualified
installer, service agency, or
the gas supplier.
Installation and service
must be performed by a
qualified installer, service
agency, or the gas supplier.
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- Page 1 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com NATURAL GAS MODELS CHDV36NR-C, (V)V36N-B SERIES PROPANE/LP GAS MODEL (V)V36P-B SERIES AND VV36PC1 SERIES WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property dam- age, personal injury, or loss of life.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ... 2 LOCAL CODES ... 3 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ... 3 PRODUCT FEATURES ... 4 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION ... 4 LOCATION OF TERMINATION CAP ... 6 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ... 7 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION ... 16 OPERATING FIREPLACE ... -
Page 3: Local Codes
SAFETY INFORMATION Continued Turn fireplace off and let cool before servicing, installing, or repairing. Only a qualified service person should install, ser- vice, or repair this fireplace. Have fireplace inspected annu- ally by a qualified service person. You must keep control compartments, burners, and circulating air passages clean. -
Page 4: Product Features
PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION LOCATION AND SPACE REQUIREMENTS Determine the safest and most efficient location for your DESA direct-vent fireplace. Make sure that rafters and wall studs are not in the way of the venting system. Choose a location where the heat output is not affected by drafts, air conditioning ducts, windows or doors. -
Page 5: Framing And Finishing
PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued CLEARANCES Minimum clearances to combustibles for the fireplace are as follows: Back, and sides 0"/mm Perpendicular walls 6" (152mm) Floor 0"/mm Ceiling to louver opening 42" (1067mm) Front 36" (914mm) Top of Standoffs 0"/mm Vent (See venting instructions for specific venting clearances.) Combustible material with a maximum thickness of 5/8"... -
Page 6: Location Of Termination Cap
LOCATION OF TERMINATION CAP LOCATION OF TERMINATION CAP TERMINATION CAP A = clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony [*12 inches (30.5mc) 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 7: Venting Installation Instructions
INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE: Read these instructions completely be- fore attempting installation. These models are tested and approved for use with DESA (direct- vent) pipe components and terminations. The venting system must terminate on the outside of the structure and can not be attached to a chimney or flue system serving a separate solid fuel or gas burning appliance. -
Page 8: Installation Planning
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Planning VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued INSTALLATION PLANNING There are two basic types of direct-vent installation: • Horizontal Termination • Vertical Termination Horizontal Termination Installation IMPORTANT: Horizontal square terminations require only inner portion of wall firestop. Horizontal installations using round termi- nation require exterior portion of wall firestop available only in vent kit HTK (see Figure 14, page 10). - Page 9 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued WARNING: Do not recess vent termination into any wall. This will cause a fire hazard. Noncombustible Exterior Wall: cap in the center of the 8 " round hole and attach to the exte- rior wall with four wood screws provided. Before attaching the vent cap to exterior wall, run a bead of non-hardening mastic (pliable sealant) around the outside edges to make a seal be- tween it and the outside wall.
- Page 10 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Planning (Cont.) VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Combustible Exterior Wall Only: interior wall surface and attach with screws provided. See Fig- ure 13 for horizontal termination details. 10. Place fireplace into position and shim with noncombustible ma- terial if needed.
- Page 11 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued CORNER INSTALLATION Recommended Applications: • Corner ground floor installation • Ground floor installation where pipe vents horizontally through wall (over 12" horizontal pipe) • Basement installation where one foot clearance from ground to termination is possible Not to Exceed (H) Limits Square...
- Page 12 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Planning (Cont.) VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued HORIZONTAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION USING TWO 90° ELBOWS The following configurations show the minimum vertical rise requirements for a horizontal system using two 90° elbows. Venting with Two 90° Elbows Vertical (V) Horizontal (H ) Horizontal (H Horizontal (H...
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Page 13: Installation For Vertical Termination
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued INSTALLATION FOR VERTICAL TERMINATION Note: Vertical restrictor must be installed in all vertical installations. Determine the route your vertical venting will take. If ceiling joists, roof rafters, or other framing will obstruct the venting system, consider an offset (see Figure 19) to avoid cutting load bearing members. - Page 14 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation for Vertical Termination (Cont.) VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Vertical Termination Configurations Figures 21 through 24 show four different configurations for verti- cal termination. Venting with Two 90° Elbows Vertical (V) Horizontal (H Horizontal (H 5' min. 2' max.
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Page 15: High Altitude Installation
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Parts Lists for Venting Kits and Components HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION Your DESA direct-vent fireplace has been tested and approved for elevations from 0-2000 feet (USA) and elevations from 0-4500 feet (Canada) . When installing this fireplace at an elevation above 2000 feet (in the USA), you may need to decrease the input rating by changing the existing burner orifice to a smaller size. -
Page 16: Fireplace Installation
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Parts Lists for Venting Kits and Components (Cont.) FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Check Gas Type Installing Optional Blower Accessories VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued PARTS LISTS FOR VENTING KITS AND COMPO- NENTS (CONT.) Number Description S-58 Vinyl Siding Standoff, Galvanized WS-58 Wall Strap CS-58... - Page 17 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Wiring Diagram Decal 12" in Front of Blower Figure 27 - Location of Wiring Diagram Decal (Model May Vary From Illustration) Model BKT Installation Note: When installing the BKT thermostatically-controlled blower, you must first secure the thermal switch bracket to the blower if it has not already been factory installed.
- Page 18 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Installing Optional Blower Accessories (Cont.) Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Location FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Blower Wiring Diagram CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. Variable Fan Switch Black...
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Page 19: Connecting Fireplace To Gas Supply
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued We recommend that you install a sediment trap/drip leg in supply line as shown in Figure 31. Locate sediment trap/drip leg where it is within reach for cleaning. Install in piping system between fuel supply and fireplace. Locate sediment trap/drip leg where trapped matter is not likely to freeze. - Page 20 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Checking Gas Connections (Cont.) Installing Optional Wall Mount Switch - GWMS2 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa) Close equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 33). Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane/LP supply tank valve for propane/LP gas fireplace or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas fire- place, or using compressed air.
- Page 21 Installing Optional Wireless Hand-Held Remote Control - (C)GHRCB and (C)GHRCTB Series FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND- HELD REMOTE CONTROL - (C)GHRCB AND (C)GHRCTB SERIES NOTICE: Use only alkaline batteries (not included). Installing Remote Receiver Open bottom louver and locate the switch bracket on the left. Unscrew the switch bracket.
- Page 22 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Removing/Replacing Glass Door FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued REMOVING/REPLACING GLASS DOOR CAUTION: Do not operate this fireplace with a broken glass door panel or without the glass door panel securely in place. For replacement part infor- mation see Replacement Parts , page 36. CAUTION: Wear gloves and safety glasses while handling or removing broken glass.
- Page 23 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING OPTIONAL BRICK LINER MODELS BL36DA(SA) AND BL36DHA(SA) WARNING: If fireplace has been running, turn off and unplug fireplace. Let cool before installing brick liner. This brick liner kit is optional. You may purchase brick liner from your local retailer or see Accessories, page 39.
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Page 24: Glowing Embers
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Installing Logs, Lava Rock and Glowing Embers FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING LOGS, LAVA ROCK AND GLOWING EMBERS Each log is marked with a number. These numbers will help you identify the log when installing. It is very important to install these logs exactly as instructed. -
Page 25: Operating Fireplace
OPERATING FIREPLACE FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing prop- erty damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. -
Page 26: Manual Mode
OPERATING FIREPLACE Optional Hand-Held Remote Operation OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued OPTIONAL HAND-HELD REMOTE OPERATION Note: All remote control accessories must be purchased sepa- rately (see Accessories, page 39). Follow instructions included with the remote control. NOTICE: You must light the pilot before using the hand-held remote control unit. -
Page 27: Inspecting Burners
OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued Auto Shutoff Feature If the average room temperature exceeds 82 degrees Fahr- enheit (28 degrees Centigrade), the hand-held remote con- trol will perform a safety override and shut the fireplace off. This feature is not available in the MANU mode. The receiver continuously receives signals from the hand- held remote to control the room temperature. -
Page 28: Cleaning And Maintenance
INSPECTING BURNERS Burner Flame Pattern CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Glass Door Pilot and Burners Logs Venting System INSPECTING BURNERS Continued Figure 57 shows a typical flame pattern. If burner flame pattern differs from that described: • turn fireplace off (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 25) •... -
Page 29: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Note: For additional help, visit DESA’s technical service site www.desatech.com. Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. OBSERVED PROBLEM When ignitor button is pressed, there is no spark at pilot When ignitor button is pressed, there is... - Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM Burner does not light after pilot is lit Delayed ignition burner Burner backfiring during combustion Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Heater produces a whistling noise when burner is lit Glass soots Fireplace produces a clicking/ticking noise just after burners are lit or shut off Remote does not function For more information, visit www.desatech.com...
- Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued WARNING: If you smell gas • Shut off gas supply. • 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.
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Page 32: Illustrated Parts Breakdown And Parts List
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models (V)V36N-B, (V)V36P-B, VV36NC1, VV36PC1, VV36NSC1, VV36PSC1, VV36PHC1, VV36NHC1 and CHDV36NR-C ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODELS (V)V36N-B, (V)V36P-B, VV36NC1, VV36PC1, VV36NSC1, VV36PSC1, VV36PHC1, VV36NHC1 AND CHDV36NR-C 22-5 22-6 22-2 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 22-1 22-4 22-3... - Page 33 PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 36 of this manual. (V)V36N-B (V)V36P-B CHDV36NR-C VV36NC1 V36NS-B VV36PC1 V36PS-B 108010-01 108010-01 108010-02 — 108011-01 108011-01 108011-02 108011-02 108015-01...
- Page 34 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models (V)V36N-B, (V)V36P-B, VV36NC1, VV36PC1, VV36NSC1, VV36PSC1, VV36PHC1, VV36NHC1 and CHDV36NR-C ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN BURNER ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS (V)V36N-B, (V)V36P-B, VV36NC1, VV36PC1, VV36NSC1, VV36PSC1, VV36PHC1, VV36NHC1 AND CHDV36NR-C For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com (NG #47) (LP #56) (NG #50)
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Page 35: Parts List
PARTS LIST BURNER ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS (V)V36N-B, (V)V36P-B, VV36NC1, VV36PC1, VV36NSC1, VV36PSC1, VV36PHC1, VV36NHC1 AND CHDV36NR-C This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 36 of this manual. PART NUMBER 114443-01... -
Page 36: Replacement Parts
You may have further questions about installation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA’s Customer Service Depart- ment at 1-866-672-6040. When calling, please have your model and serial numbers of your heater ready. You can also visit DESA’s technical service web site at www.desatech.com. (V)V36P(S)(H)-B CHDV36NR-C... -
Page 37: Owner's Registration Form
Address: City: Home Phone: E-Mail: Please answer the following questions to register your product with DESA: 1. Where will the product be used? ❍ Living/Family Room ❍ Office/Warehouse If you bought this product yourself, did you plan to purchase this type of product before going into the store? 3. - Page 38 Postage Required 2701 Industrial Drive P.O. Box 90004 Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 111252-01E TAPE...
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Page 39: Accessories
Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local retailer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA’s Sales Department at 1-866-672-6040. for information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual. -
Page 40: Warranty Information
DESA warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for two (2) years from the date of first purchase, provided that the product has been properly installed, operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions. To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented.