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UNVENTED (VENT-FREE)
PROPANE/LP GAS
FIREPLACE INSERT
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
VI33PR
REMOTE READY
GAS FIREPLACE
INSERT
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not fol-
lowed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
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 in-
structions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
— Installation and service must be performed by a quali-
fied installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
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WARNING: Improper installa-
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fer to this manual for correct
installation and operational pro-
cedures. For assistance or ad-
ditional information consult a
qualified installer, 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 ad-
equate combustion and venti-
lation air must be provided.
Refer to Air for Combustion and
Ventilation section on page 4 of
this manual.
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- Page 1 UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) PROPANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE INSERT OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL VI33PR REMOTE READY GAS FIREPLACE INSERT WARNING: If the information in this manual is not fol- lowed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
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Page 2: Safety Information
DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED PROPANE/LP 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: Remote Control Accessories
SAFETY INFORMATION Continued 11. Do not run fireplace insert • where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored • under dusty conditions 12. Do not use this fireplace insert to cook food or burn paper or other objects. 13. Do not use fireplace insert if any part has been exposed to or under water. -
Page 4: Product Features
DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED PROPANE/LP 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 PROPANE/LP 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: Installation Clearances
DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED PROPANE/LP 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 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 these instructions to install the fireplace insert in this manner.
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Page 10: Installing Gas Piping To Fireplace Location
DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED PROPANE/LP 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 Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads. This will prevent excess sealant from going into pipe. Excess sealant in pipe could result in clogged fireplace valves. CAUTION: Use pipe joint seal- ant that is resistant to liquid pe- troleum (LP) gas. -
Page 12: Installing Logs
DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE INSERT INSTALLATION Continued 2. Pressurize supply piping system by ei- ther using compressed air or opening propane/LP supply tank valve. 3. Check all joints from propane/LP sup- ply to equipment shutoff valve (see Fig- ure 22). - Page 13 INSTALLATION Continued 2. Install fireplace insert screen by slip- ping notches of fireplace insert screen over screws on front of fireplace insert (see Figure 25). WARNING: You must operate this fireplace insert with the fire- place insert screen in place. Make sure fireplace insert screen is in place before running fireplace insert.
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Page 14: Operating Fireplace Insert
DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED PROPANE/LP 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 PROPANE/LP 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 35, 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 PROPANE/LP 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 • 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: Replacement Parts
• the replacement part number TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about in- stallation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA International’s Techni- cal Service Department at 1-800-DESA LOG (1-800-337-2564). You can also visit DESA International’s technical service web site at www.desatech.com. -
Page 21: Cleaning And Maintenance
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning. CAUTION: You must keep control areas, burner, and circu- lating air passageways of heater clean. Inspect these areas of heater before each use. Have heater inspected yearly by a quali- fied service person. -
Page 22: Fireplace Insert
DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE INSERT ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN REMOTE READY MODEL VI33PR For more information, visit www.desatech.com 105648... -
Page 23: Parts List
PARTS LIST REMOTE READY MODEL VI33PR 105648 OWNER’S MANUAL This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. 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 DESA INTERNATIONAL UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE INSERT ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FIREPLACE INSERT VI33PR For more information, visit www.desatech.com 105648...
- Page 25 PARTS LIST FIREPLACE INSERT VI33PR 105648 This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. 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 Outer Casing...
- Page 26 ACCESSORIES Purchase these fireplace insert accessories from your local dealer. If they can not sup- ply these accessories, call DESA International’s Sales Department at 1-800- 432-2382 for 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 PROPANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE 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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