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Desa PCDM-36VB Installation Instructions Manual

Converting from natural gas to propane/lp gas for use when converting model (v)v36n(-b)(c1) series and chdv36nr-c series

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CONVERTING FROM NATURAL GAS TO PROPANE/LP GAS
For Use When Converting Model (V)V36N(-B)(C1) Series and CHDV36NR-C Series
This conversion kit must be installed by a qualified
service agency.
Read these instructions completely before installing this conversion kit.
Before proceeding, make sure the gas control valve is in the OFF
position, all electrical power to the appliance is off, and the fireplace
is cool to the touch.
CAUTION: The gas supply shall be shut off prior to
disconnecting the electrical power before proceed-
ing with the conversion.
Parts included with this kit:
Part No.
Description
114418-01
Instruction Sheet
108085-02
Pilot Orifice LP (30)
104506-20
Pan Burner Orifice LP (117, #56)
14544
Tube Burner Orifice LP (104, #59)
14488
Gas Valve Regulator LP
114355-39
Conversion Label, English
114356-39
Conversion Label, French
56060
Conversion Information Label
106739-01
Registration, Gas Conversion
Tools Required
• 7/8" Open End Wrench
or Adjustable Wrench
• 3/4" Open End Wrench
or Adjustable Wrench
• 11/16" Open End Wrench
or Adjustable Wrench
ACCESSING FIREPLACE
The gas control valve and burner orifices are located under the firebox
floor of the appliance and are accessed by removing the lower louver
panel. The pilot orifice is located in the pilot burner and is accessed
by opening the glass door and removing the logs.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR PCDM-36VB CONVERSION KIT
Quantity
• Torx T20 or Slotted Screwdriver
• 5/32" Allen Wrench
• #2 Short Phillips Screwdriver
• Thread Sealant
(Resistant to Propane/LP)
Save this manual for future reference.
Save this manual for future reference.
Removing Louver Panels
Remove the top and bottom louver panels by simultaneously pulling
both top end spring latches towards the center of the appliance until
they are disengaged from the locating holes (see Figure 1). Repeat
for bottom spring latches and pull the louvers outward. To install or
replace items removed, simply reverse the procedures above.
Louver Panel
1
Figure 1 - Removing Louver Panel
1
1
Opening Glass Door
1
1. Remove screen assembly by pushing the rod either left or right
1
and then down and forward. Set assembly aside.
1
1
2.
Lift up on latches of door to unlock. There are two on top of
1
firebox and two below firebox that hold glass door in place (see
1
Figure 2).
3. Remove log set from firebox. Refer to Installing Logs, Lava
Rock and Glowing Embers in owner's manual.
Unlock
Glass
Door
Figure 2 - Opening Glass Door
Spring Latch
Lock
Latch

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Summary of Contents for Desa PCDM-36VB

  • Page 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR PCDM-36VB CONVERSION KIT For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com CONVERTING FROM NATURAL GAS TO PROPANE/LP GAS For Use When Converting Model (V)V36N(-B)(C1) Series and CHDV36NR-C Series Removing Louver Panels This conversion kit must be installed by a qualified service agency.
  • Page 2 PAN BURNER ORIFICE CONVERSION Inside the control compartment under firebox, locate alumi- Front Pan Burner Front Burner num tube with flare fitting and adapter fitting on the left side. Orifice Loosen flare fitting and disconnect aluminum tube from adapter Burner Brackets (18mm Hex) fitting.
  • Page 3 Remove NG orifice from elbow. Apply a light amount of pro- pane/LP resistant sealant to short threaded end of LP orifice Pilot Hood (104, #59) supplied in kit. Thread LP orifice into elbow. Apply a light amount of propane/LP resistant sealant to long threaded end of orifice (see Figure 5, page 2).
  • Page 4 GAS CONTROL VALVE CONVERSION Convert the gas control valve by swapping out the valve regulator portion of the gas valve. Using a Torx T20 or slotted screwdriver, remove and discard Mounting Screws the three mounting screws, pressure regulator tower, and dia- phragm/spring components (see Figure 8).
  • Page 5 CONVERSION LABELING AND PLACEMENT FINAL PREPARATION Apply the English and French conversion labels over the top of the 1. Reinstall logs. Refer to Installing Logs, Lava Rock and Glow- existing certification labels (see Figure 10). Existing certification ing Embers in owner’s manual. labels are located on the lighting instruction plate inside the gas 2.
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