Desa VTC36N Series Owner's Operation And Installation Manual
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NATURAL GAS MODELS (V)TC36N SERIES
PROPANE/LP GAS MODEL (V)TC36P 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 de-
partment.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*, permanently located, manufactured (mo-
bile) 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.
State of Massachusetts: The installation must be made by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in
the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
FOR YOUR SAFETY
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DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE
OWNER'S OPERATION AND
INSTALLATION MANUAL
WARNING: Improper instal-
lation, adjustment, altera-
tion, service or maintenance
can cause injury or property
damage. Refer to this manual
for correct installation and
operational procedures.
For assistance or additional
information consult a quali-
fied 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 NATURAL GAS MODELS (V)TC36N SERIES PROPANE/LP GAS MODEL (V)TC36P 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. FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ...2 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ...3 LOCAL CODES ...3 PRODUCT FEATURES ...4 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION ...4 LOCATION OF TERMINATION CAP ...6 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...7 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION ...16 OPERATING FIREPLACE ...23 INSPECTING BURNERS ...26 SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: This product contains and/or generates chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. -
Page 3: Product Identification
SAFETY INFORMATION Continued 116192-01C PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Upper Louver Panel Nailing Flange Glass Door Assembly Lower Louver Panel Control Glowing Valve with Embers Piezo Ignitor Figure 1 - Direct-Vent Fireplace with Millivolt Ignition LOCAL CODES Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence to local codes, use the current National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54* (USA) or the current CSA-B149.1 Instal- lation Code (Canada). -
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 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 before 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 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 in- ner portion of wall firestop. Horizontal installations using round termination require exterior portion of wall firestop (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 exterior wall with four wood screws provided. Before attach- ing the vent cap to exterior wall, run a bead of non-hardening mastic (pliable sealant) around the outside edges to make a seal between it and the outside wall.
- Page 10 45° Elbow Horizontal High Wind Square Termination Wall Firestop www.desatech.com 116192-01C...
- Page 11 Not to Exceed (H) Limits Square Termination Wall Firestop 45° Elbow Figure 15 - Horizontal Termination Configuration for Corner Installation Using One 90° Elbow 116192-01C 90° Elbow As Required for (V) See Chart for Pipe Section Required www.desatech.com...
- Page 12 Installation Planning (Cont.) VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued HORIZONTAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION USING TWO 90° ELBOWS The following configurations show the minimum vertical rise re- quirements for a horizontal system using two 90° elbows. Venting with Two 90° Elbows Vertical (V) Horizontal (H ) Horizontal (H Horizontal (H 5' min.
- Page 13 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued INSTALLATION FOR VERTICAL TERMINATION Note: Vertical restrictor must be installed in all vertical installa- tions. 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 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. 6' min. 4' max.
- Page 15 116192-01C Installation for Vertical Termination (Cont.) 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.
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Page 16: Fireplace Installation
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION CHECK GAS TYPE Use proper gas type for the fireplace unit you are installing. If you have conflicting gas types, do not install fireplace. See retailer where you purchased the fireplace for proper fireplace according to your gas type or to purchase gas conversion kit (see Accessories, page 36). - Page 17 Speed Control Switch Bracket Control Locknut Knob Control Shaft Figure 26 - Attaching Speed Control to Firebox 116192-01C www.desatech.com...
- Page 18 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 110/115 V.A.C. Black White Green Figure 29 - Blower Wiring Diagram for Thermostat-Controlled Models INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION...
- Page 19 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued CAUTION: Use only new, black iron or steel pipe. Internally-tinned copper tubing may be used in certain areas. Check your local codes. Use pipe of 1/2" diameter or greater to allow proper gas volume to fireplace. If pipe is too small, undue loss of volume will occur.
- Page 20 Equipment Shutoff Valve Figure 33 - Equipment Shutoff Valve Propane/LP Equipment Supply Tank Shutoff Valve Gas Valve Figure 34 - Checking Gas Joints for Propane/LP Gas Fireplace Meter Figure 35 - Checking Gas Joints for Natural Gas Fireplace Open Closed Gas Valve www.desatech.com 116192-01C...
- Page 21 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING OPTIONAL WIRELESS HAND- HELD REMOTE CONTROL - GHRCB AND GHRCTB SERIES NOTICE: Use only alkaline batteries (not included). Installing Remote Receiver Open bottom louver and locate the switch bracket on the right. Unscrew the switch bracket. Lean bracket forward so you are able to access the back of the remote receiver.
- Page 22 Removing/Replacing Glass Door (Cont.) Installing Lava Rock and Glowing Embers FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Removing Glass Doors If replacement of glass is necessary, the entire assembly, glass and frame, must be replaced. If glass is broken, wear gloves and tape the remaining fragments onto the frame. 1.
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Page 23: Operating Fireplace
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING BRICK LINER MODELS BL36DA(SA) AND BL36DHA(SA) WARNING: If fireplace has been running, turn off unit. Let cool before installing brick liner. You may purchase brick liner from your local retailer or see Ac- cessories, page 36. CAUTION: Always handle brick panels with two hands. - Page 24 Variable Control Knob Gas Control Knob Piezo Ignitor Figure 45 - Control Valve www.desatech.com 116192-01C...
- Page 25 OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued ON/OFF SERIES MODEL GHRCB Hold the control button on the hand-held remote until burner turns on. Hold the control button again until burner turns off (see Figure 47). press both buttons on hand-held remote control until TO LOCK light stops flashing.
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Page 26: Inspecting Burners
OPERATING OPTIONAL GWMT1 WALL MOUNTED THERMOSTAT WARNING: Do not connect the thermostat to a power source. Electrical shock and/or a fire hazard will occur. Light the fireplace as instructed in Lighting Instructions on page 23. Set wall thermostat to desired temperature. This thermostat has been electronically calibrated at the factory and requires no adjustment or leveling. -
Page 27: Cleaning And Maintenance
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn off fireplace and let cool before cleaning. CAUTION: You must keep control areas, burners and circulating air passageways of fireplace clean. Inspect these areas of fireplace before each use. Have fireplace inspected yearly by a qualified service person. Fireplace may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, pet hair, etc. -
Page 28: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater. 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 spark at pilot but no ignition... - Page 29 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 opera- tion 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 116192-01C...
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING 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 31: Replacement Parts
You may have further questions about installation, operation or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESAʼs 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 DESAʼs technical service web site at www.desatech.com 17,000/24,000 Btu/hr Natural... -
Page 32: Illustrated Parts Breakdown And Parts List
Models TC36N, VTC36N, TC36P and VTC36P ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODELS TC36N, VTC36N, TC36P AND VTC36P www.desatech.com 116192-01C... -
Page 33: 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 31 of this manual. PART NUMBER TC36N/P 108010-01 108011-01 108011-02 109082-01 116214-01 110989-02 110991-02 110990-02 108719-01 12105 11418 14123 21171... - Page 34 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models TC36N, VTC36N, TC36P, VTC36P ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN BURNER ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS TC36N, VTC36N, TC36P AND VTC36P www.desatech.com 116192-01C...
- Page 35 PARTS LIST BURNER ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS TC36N, VTC36N, TC36P AND VTC36P This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 31 of this manual. ** Part not available for field replacement. 116192-01C PART NUMBER...
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Page 36: Accessories
fireplace models. Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local retailer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESAʼs 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 37: Owner's Registration Form
Address: City: Home Phone: E-Mail: Please answer the following questions to register your product with DESA: 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? Who selected the product? �... - Page 38 TAPE 2701 Industrial Drive P.O. Box 90004 Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004 www.desatech.com TAPE Postage Required 116192-01C...
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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.