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DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
PROPANE/LP GAS MODEL DVFH34P
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result
causing 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 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 manufacturer.
NATURAL GAS MODEL DVFH34
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 con-
sult 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.
— 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 DVFH34 PROPANE/LP GAS MODEL DVFH34P WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
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Page 2: Safety Information
Make certain you read and understand all warnings. Keep this manual for reference. It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this fireplace. DVFH34, DVFH34P WARNING: Any change to this fireplace or its controls can be dangerous. 1. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. -
Page 3: Product Identification
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Top Louver Panel Nailing Flange Glass Door Assembly Piezo Ignitor Valve Lower Louver Panel Glowing Embers Blower Adjustment (Optional Installation) Figure 1 - FMI Direct-Vent Fireplace DVFH Series 106394 OWNER’S MANUAL Vent Opening Standoff Log Set Lava Rock Grate Assembly ON/OFF/REMOTE Switch... -
Page 4: Pre-Installation Preparation
Figure 2 - Common Fireplace Locations Fireplace size D x FW x RW 34" " 34 " 14" Figure 3 - Fireplace Bottom Dimensions DVFH34, DVFH34P CLEARANCES Minimum clearances to combustibles for the fireplace are as follows: Back, and sides 0"/mm Perpendicular walls 6" (152mm) Floor 0"/mm... -
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. Top of Louver Opening Ref. - Page 6 Termination Clearances for Buildings with Combustible and Noncombustible Exteriors Inside Corner A = 6" (152mm) Balcony with No Side Wall G = Combustible 24" (610mm) Noncombustible 18" (457mm) Figure 8 - Minimum Clearances for Vent Terminations DVFH34, DVFH34P Continued Fixed Openable Fixed Closed Closed Openable...
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Page 7: Venting Installation
• Unauthorized modification of the vent- ing system 106394 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
See Figure 11, page 9. Note: Horizontal runs of vent must be supported every three feet. Use wall straps for this purpose. DVFH34, DVFH34P Figure 9 - Snorkel Termination Figure 10 - Snorkel Termination with Drainage Pipe Snorkel 12"... - 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 Seal all connections with high tem- perature silicone sealant (outer pipe only) as specified in the second warning statement on page 7. All horizontal terminations re- quire 1/4" rise per 12" of horizontal run. DVFH34, DVFH34P Horizontal Venting Vertical (V) Horizontal (H) 37" min.
- 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 18 - 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
45 Elbow Ceiling Firestop Figure 20 - Offset with Wall Strap and 45 Elbows DVFH34, DVFH34P Flat Ceiling Installation 1. Cut a 10" square hole in the ceiling us- ing the locating hole as a center point. The opening should be framed to 10"x10"... - 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 22). 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 Continued FD30 30˚ Starter/ Adapter Required Note: Vertical (V Figure 26 - Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration Using Two 90 Elbows DVFH34, DVFH34P Note: Install restrictor into 4" collar of stove as shown. Venting with Two 90 Elbows Vertical (V Horizontal (H) 5' min.
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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 Services Department at 1-800-DESA- LOG (1-800-337-2564). 106394 OWNER’S MANUAL... -
Page 16: Fireplace Installation
IMPORTANT: Make sure fireplace is level before securing. If fireplace is not level it will not work properly. DVFH34, DVFH34P CHECK GAS TYPE Use proper gas type for the fireplace unit you are installing. If you have conflicting gas types, do not install 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
Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 33. Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet. DVFH34, DVFH34P CAUTION: Use only new, black iron or steel pipe. Inter- nally-tinned copper tubing may be used in certain areas. -
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 equipment shutoff valve to fireplace. - Page 20 Correct all leaks at once. 5. Light fireplace (see Operating Fire- place, pages 25 through 27). Check all other internal joints for leaks. 6. Turn off fireplace (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 25). DVFH34, DVFH34P Open POSITION Equipment Shutoff Valve...
- Page 21 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND-HELD REMOTE CONTROL - GHRC SERIES/GHRCT SERIES NOTICE: Use only alkaline bat- teries (not included). Installing Remote Receiver 1. Open bottom louver and locate the switch bracket on the left. 2. Unscrew the switch bracket. Lean bracket forward so you are able to ac- cess the back of the remote receiver.
- Page 22 11. Set the temperature adjustment to the desired setting. This thermostat has been electronically calibrated at the factory. No adjustment or leveling is necessary. DVFH34, DVFH34P Feed wires through rectangular slots Figure 45 - Back View of Thermostat Base Terminal “W”...
- Page 23 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Attaching Magnetic Decorative Brass Strips (Optional Installation) Before attaching strips to fireplace, remove plastic film from brass pieces. After install- ing door, attach these strips to the top and bottom of glass door frame. INSTALLING OPTIONAL BRICK LINER D8037A WARNING: If fireplace has been running, turn off and un- plug fireplace.
- Page 24 NOTICE: Do not put lava rock on burner or under burner. Placing lava rock on burner could cause performance problems. DVFH34, DVFH34P 6. Pull ember material apart into pieces no larger than a dime. Place these pieces loosely and sparingly directly...
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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: Optional Remote Operation
IMPORTANT: Be sure to press the ON/OFF buttons on the hand-held remote control unit for up to 3 sec- onds to assure proper operation. DVFH34, DVFH34P GHRC Series Operation: 2a. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the burners on and off. When turning burners off, the pilot will remain lit. -
Page 27: Inspecting Burners
Inspect the flames after installation to ensure proper installation and performance. Figure 60 shows a typical flame pattern for DVFH34(P) models. If burner flame pattern differs from that described: • turn fireplace off (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 25) •... -
Page 28: Cleaning And Maintenance
Refer to Removing/Replacing Glass Door on page 22 of this manual when removing glass door for cleaning. DVFH34, DVFH34P WARNING: Only parts sup- plied by the manufacturer should be used when replacing broken or damaged glass door panel (see Replacement Parts , page 32). -
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 Glass soots Fireplace produces a clicking/ticking noise just after burners are lit or shut off Remote does not function DVFH34, DVFH34P POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. Burner orifice clogged 2. Inlet gas pressure is too low 3. Thermopile leads disconnected or im- properly connected 4.
- 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
If they can not supply original replacement part(s), call 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
Thermal Efficiency 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 106394 DVFH34 DVFH34P 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. -
Page 34: Illustrated Parts Breakdown
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN DVFH34 DVFH34P 34-2 34-3 DVFH34, DVFH34P 34-1 34-4 11 (Included in Hardware Pack) 106394... -
Page 35: Parts List
PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 32 of this manual. DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE DVFH34 DVFH34P PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 104445-01 Top Outer Casing 105278-01 Outer Casing... - Page 36 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 37 OWNER’S MANUAL ACCESSORIES Continued RECEIVER AND HAND-HELD REMOTE CONTROL KIT GHRC SERIES For all models. Allows the heater to be turned on and off conveniently. RECEIVER AND HAND-HELD THERMOSTAT REMOTE CONTROL KIT GHRCT SERIES Allows the fireplace to be operated in a manually or thermostatically-controlled mode.
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Page 40: Warranty Information
We make no other warranty, expressed or implied. DESA International 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.
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