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Comfort Glow CGCFTN Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

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VENT-FREE NATURAL GAS
COMPACT FIREPLACE
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
CGCFTN
14,000 to 26,000 Btu/Hr
with Thermostat
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.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*, permanently located, manufac-
tured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by 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.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer
Save this manual for future reference.
Shown with Optional
Cabinet Mantel/Hearth
Base Accessory
WARNING: Improper installa-
tion, adjustment, alteration, ser-
vice, or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Re-
fer to this manual for correct
installation and operational
procedures. For assistance or
additional information consult
a qualified installer, service
agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING: This is an unvented
gas-fired heater. It uses air
(oxygen) from the room in
which it is installed. Provisions
for adequate combustion and
ventilation air must be pro-
vided. Refer to Air for Com-
bustion and Ventilation sec-
tion on page 5 of this manual.

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  • Page 1 VENT-FREE NATURAL GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL CGCFTN 14,000 to 26,000 Btu/Hr with Thermostat 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

    Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Ceiling fans can create drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Altered burner patterns can cause sooting. CGCFTN WARNING: Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert, or other accessory not approved for use with this fireplace.

  • Page 3: Local Codes

    SAFETY INFORMATION Continued 15. Operating fireplace above elevations of 4,500 feet could cause pilot outage. 16. Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken. Do not operate fireplace if a log is chipped (dime-sized or larger). 17. Provide adequate clearances around air openings.
  • Page 4 If flame contacts log, soot will be created. Reattach screen by placing the notches in the screen frame over the shoulder screws and pushing down. CGCFTN Log Set Screen Figure 3 - Assembling Fireplace Assembling Hood Locate four black phillips sheet metal screws from the hardware packet.

  • Page 5: Air For Combustion And Ventilation

    AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION WARNING: This heater shall not be installed in a confined space or unusually tight construction unless provisions are provided for adequate combustion and ventila- tion air. Read the following instruc- tions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel-burning appli- ances in your home.
  • Page 6 National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Section 5.3 or applicable local codes. CGCFTN Example: Gas water heater...
  • Page 7 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" of the ceiling and one within 12" of the floor on the wall connecting the two spaces (see options 1 and 2, Figure 5).

  • Page 8: Check Gas Type

    • pipe wrench * A CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection. Pur- CGCFTN chase the optional CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer. See Accessories, pages 26 and 27.

  • Page 9: Built-In Fireplace Installation

    INSTALLATION Continued For convenience and efficiency, install fireplace • where there is easy access for operation, inspection, and service. • in coldest part of room. An optional blower kit is available from your dealer. See Accessories, pages 26 and 27. If planning to use blower, locate fire- place near an electrical outlet.

  • Page 10: Optional Mantel Installation

    Side of Firebox Figure 12 - Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation CGCFTN OPTIONAL MANTEL INSTALLATION Note: Refer to instructions provided with the mantel for assembly instructions. Refer to instructions below for system installa- tion. Refer to instructions on page 4 for firebox assembly.
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION Continued ASSEMBLING BRASS TRIM (Brass trim shipped with mantel) 1. Remove packaging from three remain- ing pieces of brass trim. 2. Locate two adjusting plates with set screws, and two shims in the hardware packet. 3. Align shim under adjusting plate as shown in Figure 15.
  • Page 12 Plate Valve Cover Shield Box Cover Figure 18 - Installing Blower Bracket Assembly CGCFTN 6. Route the wire harness through the hole in left side of baffle. Pull wire harness through lower opening above where the valve shield was removed.
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION Continued For Built-In Installation WARNING: A licensed elec- trician must connect the wiring harness to electrical supply fol- lowing all local codes. Electri- cian must provide a clamp on the box cover to secure the wir- ing. Wiring should be routed through the bushing in the hole on the outer casing of heater.

  • Page 14: Connecting To Gas Supply

    Insert mounting screws through base and into floor anchors. Tighten screws until base is firmly fas- tened to floor. Figure 22 - Folding Anchor CGCFTN CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY WARNING: This appliance re- quires a 45 male flare fitting 5/8"-...
  • Page 15 INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE TO HEATER CONTROL Installation Items Needed • Phillips screwdriver • sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not provided) 1. Remove fireplace screen. Remove two screws that hold fireplace screen in place for shipping. These screws are located near top of screen.

  • Page 16: Checking Gas Connections

    Correct all leaks at once. Reconnect heater and equipment shutoff valve to gas supply. Check re- connected fittings for leaks. CGCFTN Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa) Close equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 26).

  • Page 17: 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 18: Inspecting Burner

    Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot. After 30 seconds, release control knob. Now follow step 8 under Lighting Instruc- tions, page 17. CGCFTN INSPECTING BURNER Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame pattern often. PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 30 shows a correct pilot flame pattern.

  • Page 19: 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 20 Fireplace produces a whistling noise when burner is lit White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture CGCFTN POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. Burner orifice is clogged 2. Burner orifice diameter is too small 3. Inlet gas pressure is too low 1.
  • Page 21 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.

  • Page 22: Specifications

    TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about in- stallation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA International’s Technical Service Department at 1-866-672-6040. You can also visit DESA International’s technical service site www.desatech.com. Halco Enterprises 208 Carter Drive, Unit 21...

  • Page 23: Cleaning And Maintenance

    If they can’t supply original replacement part(s) call DESA International’s Technical Service Department at 1-866-672-6040 for referral information. When calling DESA International, have ready • your name • your address • model and serial numbers of your fireplace • how fireplace was malfunctioning •...
  • Page 24 VENT-FREE NATURAL GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN CGCFTN CGCFTN 12-1 107035...

  • Page 25: 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 22 of this manual. CGCFTN 107035 PART NO. DESCRIPTION 102633-02 Outer Casing Top 102624-02 Outer Casing 099230-02...
  • Page 26 Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer or Parts Central (see page 23). If they cannot supply these accessories call DESA International’s Sales Department at 1-866-672-6040 for referral information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual.
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  • Page 28: Warranty Information

    VENT-FREE NATURAL GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE 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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