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DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
NATURAL GAS MODEL BHDV34NA
PROPANE/LP GAS MODEL BHDV34PA
WARNING: If the information in this manual is
not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal in-
jury, 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 appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* manufactured (mobile) home, where
not prohibited by state or local codes.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacurer.
Save this manual for future reference.
®
WARNING: Improper installation,
adjustment, alteration, service, or
maintenance can cause injury or
property damage. Refer to this
manual for correct installation and
operational procedures. For assis-
tance or additional information
consult a qualified installer, ser-
vice agency, or the gas supplier.
— Installation and service must
be performed by a qualified in-
staller, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
— 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.
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- Page 1 DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL NATURAL GAS MODEL BHDV34NA PROPANE/LP GAS MODEL BHDV34PA WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal in- jury, or loss of life.
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Page 2: Safety Information
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) SAFETY INFORMATION WARNINGS IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, oper- ate, or service this fireplace. Im- proper use of this fireplace can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosions, electrical shock, and carbon monoxide poisoning. -
Page 3: Product Identification
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Top Louver Panel Nailing Flange Glass Door Assembly Lower Louver Panel Piezo Ignitor Valve Glowing Embers Blower Adjustment (Optional Installation) Figure 1 - Vanguard Direct-Vent Fireplace BHDV Series 105981 OWNER’S MANUAL Vent Opening Standoff Log Set Pilot Assembly Burner Grate Assembly Lava Rock... -
Page 4: Pre-Installation Preparation
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION LOCATION AND SPACE REQUIREMENTS Determine the safest and most efficient loca- tion for your Vanguard 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: General Venting
PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued 13" 29" " " 58" Figure 6 - Framing Clearances for Corner Installation Note: There must be a minimum clear- ance of 18" above top of louver opening when installing a television or entertainment center above the fireplace. - Page 6 DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) GENERAL VENTING TERMINATION CAP A = clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony [*12 inches (305mm) minimum] B = clearance to window or door that may be opened [12 inches (305mm) minimum] C = clearance to permanently closed window [minimum 12 inches (305mm) recommended to prevent condensation on window] D = vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal within a horizontal distance of 24 inches (610mm) from the...
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Page 7: Venting Installation
• Unauthorized modification of the vent- ing system 105981 OWNER’S MANUAL • Installation of any component part not manufactured or approved by DESA International • Installation other than as instructed by these instructions WARNING: This gas fireplace and vent assembly must be vented directly to the outside. -
Page 8: Installation
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) VENTING INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLATION FOR HORIZONTAL TERMINATION 1. Determine the route your horizontal venting will take. Note: The location of the horizontal vent termination on the exterior wall must meet all local and national building codes and must not be easily blocked or obstructed. - Page 9 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued 3. Attach vent pipe assembly to the fire- place. Set fireplace in front of it’s per- manent location to insure minimum clearances. Mark the wall for a 10" square hole (for noncombustible ma- terial such as masonry block or con- crete, a 7 "...
- Page 10 DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Horizontal Termination Configurations Figures 16 through 20 show different con- figurations for venting with horizontal ter- mination. Each figure includes a chart with vertical minimum/maximum and horizon- tal maximum dimensions which must be met. Seal all connections with high tem- perature silicone sealant (outer pipe only) as specified in the second warning statement on page 7.
- Page 11 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Venting with Two 90 Elbows Vertical (V) Horizontal (H 5' min. 2' max. 6' min. 4' max. 7' min. 6' max. 8' min. 8' min. 20' max. 8' max. Figure 19 - Horizontal Termination Configuration for Rigid Venting Using Two 90 Elbows Venting with Two 90 Elbows Vertical (V) Horizontal (H...
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Page 12: Installation For Vertical Termination
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) VENTING INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLATION FOR VERTICAL TERMINATION NOTICE: Use rigid pipe only. Flex venting is not to be used with a vertical termination. Determine the route your vertical vent- ing will take. If ceiling joists, roof rafters, or other framing will obstruct the venting system, consider an offset (see Figure 21) to avoid cutting load bearing members. - Page 13 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued 3. Lower the support box through the hole in the roof until the bottom of the box extends at least 2" below the ceiling (see Figure 23). Align the support box vertically and horizontally using a level. Temporarily tack the support box in place through the inside walls and into the roof sheathing.
- Page 14 DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Venting with Two 90 Elbows Vertical (V 5' min. 6' min. 7' min. 8' min. Note: Vertical (V Vertical (V Figure 27 - Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration Using Two 90 Elbows BHDV34NA, PA ® Note: Install restrictor into 4"...
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Page 15: High Altitude Installation
Consult your local gas company to help de- termine the proper orifice for your location. For assistance with any high altitude instal- lation contact DESA International’s Tech- nical Service Department at 1-800-DESA- LOG (1-800-337-2564). PARTS LISTS FOR VENTING... -
Page 16: Fireplace Installation
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) FIREPLACE INSTALLATION NOTICE: This fireplace is in- tended for use as supplemental heat. Use this fireplace along with your primary heating system. Do not install this fireplace as your primary heat source. If you have a central heating system, you may run system's circulating blower while using fireplace. - Page 17 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued 8. Plug in blower power cord. a. If your fireplace system is installed as a freestanding unit with an ac- cessory mantel, determine whether the power cord will exit the left side or the right side of the firebox. In- stall one plastic bushing provided into the 1 "...
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Page 18: Installing Gas Piping To Fireplace Location
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION WARNING: A qualified ser- vice person must connect fire- place to gas supply. Follow all local codes. CAUTION: For propane/LP units, never connect heater di- rectly to the propane/LP supply. This heater requires an external regulator (not supplied). -
Page 19: Connecting Fireplace To Gas Supply
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY Installation Items Needed • 5/16" hex socket wrench or nut-driver • sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not provided) 1. Open lower louver door panel by gen- tly pulling forward. 2. Route flexible gas line (provided by installer) from manual shutoff valve to fireplace. - Page 20 DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa) 1. Close manual shutoff valve (see Fig- ure 37). 2. Pressurize supply piping system by ei- ther 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 fireplace, or using compressed air.
- Page 21 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING OPTIONAL WALL MOUNTED THERMOSTAT - GWMT1 WARNING: Installation must be done by a qualified installer familiar with low voltage wiring procedures. WARNING: Do not connect this thermostat to any electrical source! Electrical shock and/or fire hazard will occur. 1.
- Page 22 DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND-HELD REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES - GHRC AND GHRCT NOTICE: Use only alkaline bat- teries (not included). Installing 9-Volt Alkaline Battery into Receiver 1. Open bottom louver and locate the switch bracket on the left. 2.
- Page 23 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING OPTIONAL BRICK LINER D8037A WARNING: If fireplace has been running, turn off and un- plug fireplace. Let cool before installing brick liner. This brick liner kit is optional. You may purchase brick liner from your local dealer or see Accessories, pages 34 and 35.
- Page 24 DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING LOGS, LAVA ROCK AND GLOWING EMBERS WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury. Each log is marked with a number.
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Page 25: 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 26 DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued After lighting, let pilot flame burn for about one minute. Turn gas control knob on the control valve to ON posi- tion. Turn variable control knob any- where between HI and LO. Slide the selector switch to the REMOTE posi- tion.
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Page 27: Inspecting Burners
BHDV34NA and BHDV34PA. If burner flame pattern differs from that described: • turn fireplace off (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 25) • see Troubleshooting, pages 29 through 31 Figure 59 - Typical Flame Pattern for models BHDV34NA and BHDV34PA... -
Page 28: Cleaning And Maintenance
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn off fireplace and let cool before cleaning. CAUTION: You must keep con- trol areas, burners, and circulat- ing 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 29: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Note: For additional help, visit DESA International’s technical service web site at 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 DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) 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...
- 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: Replacement Parts
DESA International’s Technical Service Department at 1-800-DESA LOG (1-800-337-2564). When calling DESA International, have ready • your name • your address • model and serial numbers of your fireplace • how fireplace was malfunctioning •... -
Page 33: Specifications
Dimension, Inches/mm (HxWxD) Fireplace (Actual size of firebox. Measurements do not 32 include nailing flanges or stand-offs). Carton Weight, lbs/kg Fireplace Shipping 105981 BHDV34NA BHDV34PA 17,000/24,000 Btu/hr 17,000/22,000 Btu/hr Natural Propane/LP Piezo Piezo 3.5" w.c. 10.0" w.c. 4.5" w.c. 11.0" w.c. - Page 34 ACCESSORIES Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA International’s Sales Department at 1-800-432-2382 for information. You can also write to the ad- dress listed on the back page of this manual.
- Page 35 ACCESSORIES Continued DUPLEX OUTLET KIT GA3555 (Not Shown) For recessed installation when accessory blowers are used. BRASS PERIMETER TRIM KIT - GA6090 (Not Shown) Optional three sided brass trim kit covers unfinished edges around fireplace. Provides a finished appearance with the class of brass. BRASS LOUVER KIT D6034 (Not Shown) These louvers will give your fireplace an...
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Page 36: Illustrated Parts Breakdown
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN BHDV34NA BHDV34PA 31-4 BHDV34NA, PA ® 31-3 31-1 31-2 11 (Included in Hardware Pack) 105981... -
Page 37: Parts List
PARTS LIST DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE BHDV34NA BHDV34PA PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 104445-01 Top Outer Casing 105278-01 Outer Casing 105297-01 Bottom Outer Casing 104479-10BR Firebox Assembly M11084-26 Screw, Hex M11084-46 Screw, Hex 105394-01 Louver, Extruded 104443-01 Firebox Support, Right 104486-01 Firebox Support, Left... -
Page 38: Warranty Information
DESA International 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. To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented.
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