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UNVENTED (VENT-FREE)
PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
ALSO DESIGN-CERTIFIED AS A VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE
Heat Majic™
Models FVF18P,
FVF24P, and
FVF30P
WARNING: If the information in this manual
is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, per-
sonal 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 sup-
plier, call the fire department.
— Installation and service must be per-
formed by a qualified installer, ser-
vice 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
provided. Refer to Air for Combustion and Ventilation section on page 4 of this manual.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by state or
local codes.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer
18", 24" and 30" Variable
Manually-Controlled Models
Save this manual for future reference.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjust-
ment, alteration, service, or maintenance
can cause injury or property damage.
Refer to this manual for correct installa-
tion and operational procedures. For as-
sistance or additional information con-
sult a qualified installer, service agency,
or the gas supplier.
WARNING: This appliance is for installa-
tion only in a solid-fuel burning masonry
or UL127 factory-built fireplace, or in an
approved ventless firebox. It is design
certified for these installations in accor-
dance with ANS Z21.11.2. Exception: Do
not install this appliance in a factory-built
fireplace that includes instructions stat-
ing it has not been tested or should not be
used with unvented gas logs.
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- Page 1 UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL ALSO DESIGN-CERTIFIED AS A VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE Heat Majic™ Models FVF18P, FVF24P, and FVF30P WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, per- sonal injury, or loss of life.
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Page 2: Safety Information
FIREPLACE MANUFACTURERS INCORPORATED UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER SAFETY INFORMATION WARNINGS WARNING ICON G 001 IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, oper- ate, or service this heater. Im- proper use of this heater can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosion, electrical shock, and carbon monoxide... -
Page 3: Product Identification
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION One-Piece Log Set Piezo Ignitor Base Assembly Control Knob Figure 1 - Heat Majic™ Log Set LOCAL CODES Install and use heater with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223.1, also known as NFPA 54*. -
Page 4: Air For Combustion And Ventilation
FIREPLACE MANUFACTURERS INCORPORATED UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER 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 ven- tilation air. Read the following in- structions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel-burning appliances in your home. -
Page 5: Determining Fresh-Air Flow For Heater Location
Example: 2560 cu. ft. (volume of space) 50 cu. ft. = 51.2 or 51,200 (maximum Btu/Hr the space can support) 3. Add the Btu/Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space. Vent-free heater _____________ Btu/Hr Gas water heater* _____________ Btu/Hr Gas furnace _____________ Btu/Hr... -
Page 6: Ventilation Air
FIREPLACE MANUFACTURERS INCORPORATED UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER 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"... -
Page 7: Installation
INSTALLATION NOTICE: This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat. Use this heater along with your pri- mary heating system. Do not in- stall this heater as your primary heat source. If you have a central heating system, you may run system’s circulating blower while using heater. - Page 8 FIREPLACE MANUFACTURERS INCORPORATED UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER INSTALLATION Continued NOTICE: Manual control heaters may be used as a vented product. If so, you must always run heater with chimney flue damper open. If running heater with damper open, noncombustible material above fireplace opening is not needed.
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Page 9: Mantel Clearances
INSTALLATION Continued MANTEL CLEARANCES In addition to meeting noncombustible mate- rial clearances, you must also meet required clearances between fireplace opening and mantel shelf. If you do not meet the clear- ances listed below, you will need a hood. Determining Minimum Mantel Clearance If you meet minimum clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening, a... -
Page 10: Installing Damper Clamp Accessory For Vented Operation
FIREPLACE MANUFACTURERS INCORPORATED UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING DAMPER CLAMP ACCESSORY FOR VENTED OPERATION Note: When used as a vented heater, appli- ance must be installed only in a solid-fuel burning fireplace with a working flue and constructed of non combustible material. - Page 11 INSTALLATION Continued Installation Items Needed • hardware package (provided with heater) • approved flexible gas hose (not provided) (if allowed by local codes) • sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not provided) • electric drill with 3/16" drill bit (metal or masonry as applicable) •...
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Page 12: Connecting To Gas Supply
FIREPLACE MANUFACTURERS INCORPORATED UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY WARNING: A qualified ser- vice person must connect heater to gas supply. Follow all local codes. CAUTION: Never connect heater directly to the propane/LP supply. This heater requires an external regulator (not supplied). -
Page 13: Checking Gas Connections
INSTALLATION Continued CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS WARNING: Test all gas pip- ing and connections for leaks after installing or servicing. Cor- rect all leaks at once. WARNING: Never use an open flame to check for a leak. Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water to all joints. -
Page 14: Installing Logs
FIREPLACE MANUFACTURERS INCORPORATED UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING LOGS WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury. CAUTION: After installation and periodically thereafter, check to ensure that no flame comes in... -
Page 15: Operating Heater
OPERATING HEATER 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 16: Inspecting Burners
FIREPLACE MANUFACTURERS INCORPORATED UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER OPERATING HEATER Continued VARIABLE CONTROL OPERATION The variable control valve can be set to any heat setting and flame height desired, by simply turning the control knob until that setting is attained. Even the lowest setting provides realistic, dancing yellow flames. -
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 FIREPLACE MANUFACTURERS INCORPORATED UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER 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 Heater produces a whistling noise when burner is lit White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture...
- 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: Cleaning And Maintenance
If so, contact your local propane/LP gas supplier. TECHNICAL SERVICE You may have further questions about in- stallation, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact Fireplace Manufacturers Incorporated’s Technical Service Depart- ment at 1-888-427-8322. You can also visit DESA International’s Technical Service site www.desatech.com. 105192... -
Page 21: Replacement Parts
ACCESSORIES Purchase these heater accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call Fireplace Manufacturers Incorporated’s Parts Department at 1-800- 888-2050 for referral information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual. FIREPLACE HOOD BLACK - HDABK (Part # 01244) BRASS - HDABR (Part # 01245) - Page 22 FIREPLACE MANUFACTURERS INCORPORATED UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN HEAT MAJIC™ FVF18P FVF24P FVF30P ODS Pilot 105192...
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Page 23: Parts List
PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 21 of this manual. FVF18P FVF24P FVF30P FVF18P 105186-01 098276-01 099553-01 102775-02CK 102844-01 102966-01 098867-10 102780-03 102798-01... -
Page 24: Warranty Information
WARRANTY INFORMATION Model Serial No. Date Purchased Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory. We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable is our standard written warranty. We make no other warranty, expressed or implied.
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