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UNVENTED (VENT-FREE)
FIREPLACE INSERT
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
VI33NR
REMOTE READY
GAS FIREPLACE
INSERT
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.
NATURAL GAS
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Accessories
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
assistance or additional infor-
mation consult a qualified in-
staller, 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 4 of this manual.
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Page 1: Natural Gas
UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSERT OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL VI33NR REMOTE READY GAS FIREPLACE INSERT 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
DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSERT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNINGS IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, oper- ate, or service this fireplace in- sert. Improper use of this fire- place insert can cause serious... -
Page 3: Product Identification
SAFETY INFORMATION Continued 12. Do not use fireplace insert if any part has been exposed to or under water. Immedi- ately call a qualified service technician to inspect the fireplace insert and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water. -
Page 4: Product Features
DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSERT PRODUCT FEATURES OPERATION This vent-free fireplace insert is clean burn- ing. It requires no outside venting. There is no heat loss out a vent or up a chimney. Heat is generated by both realistic flames and glow- ing embers. - Page 5 AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR FIREPLACE LOCATION Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Use this work sheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space. Space: Includes the room in which you will install fireplace plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms.
- Page 6 DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSERT 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"...
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Page 7: Installation
INSTALLATION NOTICE: This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat. Use this heater along with your primary heating system. Do not install this heater as your pri- mary heat source. If you have a central heating system, you may run system’s circulating blower while using heater. -
Page 8: Installing Hood
DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSERT INSTALLATION Continued 4. Using Phillips screwdriver, remove four screws attaching brass louver. In- stall one Phillips head screw (included with kit) in each side (see Figure 7). 5. Align top panel screw holes. Install four Phillips screws, do not tighten. -
Page 9: Masonry Fireplace
INSTALLATION Continued FIREPLACE INSERT INSTALLATION INTO MASONRY FIREPLACE Installation of this fireplace insert involves installing fireplace insert into an existing ma- sonry fireplace. If using a mantel above the fireplace, you must follow the clearances shown in Figure 14. Follow the instructions below to install the fireplace insert in this manner. -
Page 10: Installing Gas Piping To Fireplace Location
DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSERT INSTALLATION Continued 7. Attach fireplace to wall studs using nails or wood screws through holes in nailing flange (see Figure 16). 8. Check all gas connections for leaks. See Checking Gas Connections, pages 11 and 12. -
Page 11: Checking Gas Connections
INSTALLATION Continued 2. Remove screws that attach log base assem- bly to fireplace insert (see Figure 18). Care- fully lift up log base assembly and remove from fireplace insert (see Figure 18). Note: If adding the G8010 series brick liner accessory, install it now. -
Page 12: Installing Logs
DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSERT INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING LOGS CAUTION: Do not remove the warning and instruction labels attached to the heater base as- sembly. These markings contain important warranty information. WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these... - Page 13 INSTALLATION Continued OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND- HELD REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORIES (GHRC and GHRCTA) Installing Remote Receiver Unit 1. Disconnect switch wires from the con- trol valve. 2. Remove screws attaching switchplate. 3. Remove switch plate (see Figure 25). Discard after removing. 4.
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Page 14: Operating Fireplace Insert
DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSERT OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT 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. -
Page 15: To Turn Off Gas To Appliance
OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT Continued WARNING: Make sure the selector switch is in the OFF po- sition when you are away from home for long periods of time. Heater will come on automati- cally with selector switch in the ON position. Pilot Burner Ignitor Electrode... -
Page 16: Inspecting Burners
DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSERT OPERATING FIREPLACE INSERT Continued GHRCTA Series Operation: 2b. Press the AUTO/ON/OFF button on the hand-held remote control (see Figure 34, page 15). The lights to the left of the button will show AUTO, ON, or OFF. -
Page 17: 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 ODS/pilot When ignitor button is pressed, there is... - Page 18 DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSERT TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit Delayed ignition burner Burner backfiring during combustion Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Moisture/condensation noticed on windows Heater produces a whistling noise when...
- Page 19 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 20: Specifications
WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply original replacement part(s), call DESA International at 1-866-672-6040 for referral information. When calling DESA International, have ready • model number of your heater • the replacement part number TECHNICAL... -
Page 21: Cleaning And Maintenance
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning. CAUTION: You must keep con- trol areas, burner, and circulating air passageways of heater clean. Inspect these areas of heater be- fore each use. Have heater in- spected yearly by a qualified ser- vice person. -
Page 22: Illustrated Parts Breakdown
DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSERT ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN REMOTE READY MODEL VI33NR For more information, visit www.desatech.com 105647... -
Page 23: Parts List
PARTS LIST REMOTE READY MODEL VI33NR 105647 This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace insert. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 20 of this manual. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 102785-03 Log, Golden Oak... -
Page 24: Fireplace Insert
DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSERT ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FIREPLACE INSERT VI33NR For more information, visit www.desatech.com 105647... - Page 25 PARTS LIST FIREPLACE INSERT VI33NR 105647 This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace insert. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 20 of this manual. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 105517-01 Top Outer Casing 105233-01...
- Page 26 ACCESSORIES Purchase these fireplace insert accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA International’s Sales Department at 1-866-672-6040 for information. You can also write to the ad- dress listed on the back page of this manual.
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Page 28: Warranty Information
VENT-FREE NATURAL GAS FIREPLACE INSERT 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.
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