Desa CHDV37N/P Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

Desa owner's operation and installation manual direct-vent fireplace chdv37n/p(a,b), chdv41n/p(a,b)

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DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
REMOTE REQUIRES
TWO 9-VOLT
BATTERIES -
NOT INCLUDED
CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B)
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 local codes.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer.
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 as-
sistance 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 OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL REMOTE REQUIRES TWO 9-VOLT BATTERIES - NOT INCLUDED CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B) 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.
  • 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. CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B) WARNING: Any change to this fireplace or its controls can be dangerous.
  • Page 3: Product Identification

    PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Top Louver Panel Nailing Flange Magnetic Brass Trim Glass Door Assembly Magnetic Brass Trim Blower Adjustment (Optional Installation) ON/OFF/ Remote Switch Piezo Ignitor Valve Lower Louver Panel Glowing Embers Front Burner Figure 1 - Comfort Glow Direct-Vent Fireplace HDV Series 105542 OWNER’S MANUAL LOCAL CODES...
  • Page 4: Pre-Installation Preparation

    D x FW x RW 37" " 37" 14" 41" " 41" 18" Figure 3 - Fireplace Bottom Dimensions CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B) 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"...
  • Page 5: General Venting

    PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued 13" 29" " " 58" Note : Where two numbers are given the top number is exclusive to the 37" Fireplace and the bottom number is exclusive to the 41" Fireplace Figure 6 - Framing Clearances for Corner Installation Note: There must be a minimum clearance of 18"...
  • 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 CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B) Continued Fixed Openable Fixed Closed Closed Openable...
  • Page 7: Venting Installation

    • Unauthorized modification of the vent- ing system 105542 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

    9. All connections must be clamped tightly and sealed with high temperature silicone sealant as specified in the sec- ond warning statement on page 7. CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B) 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 Horizontal Venting Vertical (V) Horizontal (H) 37" min. 10" max. Figure 16 - Horizontal Termination Configuration for Rigid Venting CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B) Horizontal Venting Vertical (V) Horizontal (H) 44" min. 29" max. (30 and 90 only, no vertical pipe) 55" 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 19 - Horizontal Termination Configuration for Rigid Venting Using Two 90 Elbows Venting with Two 90 Elbows Vertical (V) Horizontal (H...
  • Page 12: Installation For Vertical Termination

    45 Elbow Ceiling Firestop Figure 21 - Offset with Wall Strap and 45 Elbows CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B) Flat Ceiling Installation 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 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 5' min. 6' min. 7' min. 8' min. Note: Vertical (V Vertical (V Figure 27 - Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration Using Two 90 Elbows CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B) Note: Install restrictor into 4" collar of stove as shown. Horizontal (H) 6' max.
  • 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 installa- tion contact DESA International’s Technical Services Department at 1-800-DESA-LOG (1-800-337-2564). PARTS LISTS FOR VENTING KITS AND COMPONENTS...
  • Page 16: Fireplace Installation

    IMPORTANT: Make sure fireplace is level before securing. If fireplace is not level it will not work properly. CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B) 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 "...
  • Page 18: Installing Gas Piping To Fireplace Location

    Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 34. Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet. CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B) 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 manual shutoff valve to fireplace.
  • Page 20 Correct all leaks at once. Light fireplace (see Operating Fire- place, pages 24 and 25). Check all other internal joints for leaks. 6. Turn off fireplace (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 24). CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B) Open POSITION Manual Shutoff Valve...
  • Page 21: Wireless Hand-Held Remote Control

    FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued WIRELESS HAND-HELD REMOTE CONTROL (Included) Installing Battery into 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. 3.
  • Page 22 6. Slide the right retainer bracket against the right side brick panel. Loosely se- cure the bracket screw. This secures the right side brick panel. CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B) 7. Install rear brick panel. Rest bottom edge of panel on back edge of grate (see Figure 45).
  • Page 23 Remove glass door. See Removing/Replacing Glass Door, page 21. Install logs according to instructions for fireplace model numbers. Fireplace Models CHDV37N/P and CHDV41N/P 1. Place log #1 (back log) on grate. Make sure the lower middle section of the log fits securely into the open area in back of grate (see Figure 46).
  • Page 24: Operating Fireplace

    CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B) LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS STOP! Read the safety information in column one.
  • Page 25: Hand-Held Remote Operation

    OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued HAND-HELD REMOTE OPERATION NOTICE: You must light the pilot before using the hand-held re- mote control unit. See Lighting Instructions, page 24. The thermostat control setting on the remote control unit can be set to any comfort level between HI and LO. The burners will turn on and off automati- cally to maintain the comfort level you select.
  • Page 26: Inspecting Burners

    1/8" Thermocouple Piezo Ignitor Figure 53 - Pilot Assembly CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B) BURNER FLAME PATTERN Burner flames will be steady; not lifting or floating. Flame patterns will be different from unit to unit and will vary depending on installation type and weather conditions.
  • Page 27: Cleaning And Maintenance

    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 28: Troubleshooting

    DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) 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...
  • 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 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 105542...
  • Page 30 Fireplace shuts off in use Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position Gas odor during combustion Dark residue on logs or inside of fireplace CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B) POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. Gas leak. See Warning statement above 1. High or gusting winds 2.
  • Page 31: Replacement Parts

    Fan Switch (N.O.) Blue Blower Motor TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about in- stallation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA International’s Technical Service Department at 1-800-DESA LOG (1-800-337-2564). You can also visit DESA International’s technical service www.desatech.com. site...
  • Page 32: Specifications

    Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure Thermal Efficiency Dimension, Inches/mm (HxWxD) Fireplace 838 x 940 x 470mm Carton 914 x 991 x 495mm Weight, lbs/kg Fireplace Shipping CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B) CHDV37N(A,B) CHDV37P(A,B) 17,000/22,000 Btu/h Natural Propane/LP Piezo Piezo 3.5" w.c. 10.0" w.c.
  • Page 33 ACCESSORIES Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local retailer. 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 34: Illustrated Parts Breakdown

    DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN CHDV37N(A,B) CHDV41N(A,B) 39-3 39-1 39-2 CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B) 11 (Included in Hardware Pack) 105542...
  • 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 31 of this manual. DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE CHDV37N(A,B) CHDV41N(A,B) PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 104547-02 Top Outer Casing-37" 104547-03 Top Outer Casing-41" 104474-02 Outer Casing-37"...
  • Page 36 DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN CHDV37P(A,B) CHDV41P(A,B) 39-3 39-1 39-2 CHDV37N/P(A,B) AND CHDV41N/P(A,B) 11 (Included in Hardware Pack) 105542...
  • Page 37 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. DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE CHDV37P(A,B) CHDV41P(A,B) PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 104547-02 Top Outer Casing-37" 104547-03 Top Outer Casing-41" 104474-02 Outer Casing-37"...
  • Page 38: 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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