Desa VJM36 Owner's Operation And Installation Manual
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ReSidential and OutdOOR WOOdbuRning FiReplace
OWneR'S OpeRatiOn and inStallatiOn Manual
(V)JM36, (V)JM42 and (V)JM50
WOOd buRning MaSOnRy FiReplaceS With inSulatiOn
SAVE THIS BOOK
This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you
on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also
contains information that will enable you to obtain re-
placement parts or accessory items when needed. Keep
it with your other important papers.
This fireplace is approved for use as a wood burning
fireplace or for use with a vented gas log approved to
ANS Z21.60, Z21.84 or RGA 2-72 standards or for use
with a vent-free gas log heater approved to ANS Z21.11.2
standard.
This wood burning fireplace complies with UL127-
CAN/ULS-S610-M87 standard as a FACTORY BUILT
APPLIANCE.
FOR CANADA: The authority having jurisdiction (such
as the municipal building department, fire department,
etc.) should be contacted before installation to deter-
mine the need to obtain a permit.
Save this manual for future reference.
For more information, visit www.desatech.com
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- Page 1 ReSidential and OutdOOR WOOdbuRning FiReplace OWneR’S OpeRatiOn and inStallatiOn Manual (V)JM36, (V)JM42 and (V)JM50 WOOd buRning MaSOnRy FiReplaceS With inSulatiOn SAVE THIS BOOK This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you on how to install and maintain your appliance, it also contains information that will enable you to obtain re- placement parts or accessory items when needed.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, altera- tion, service or maintenance can cause injury, property damage or loss of life. Refer to this manual for assis- tance or additional information. Consult a qualified installer or local distributor. table OF cOntentS Safety Information .......... Brick Installation .......... -
Page 3: Specifications
SpeciFicatiOnS MODELS VJM36 AND JM36 ROUND TOP TERMINATION SQUARE CHASE-TOP TERMINATION 1" CHIMNEY AIRSPACE CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL NO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL ON FACE COMBUSTIBLE WALL BOARD " AIR SPACE BACK AND SIDES OUTSIDE AIR MINIMUM 12" TO PERPENDICULAR SIDEWALL GAS LINE... - Page 4 SpeciFicatiOnS Continued MODELS VJM42 AND JM42 SQUARE CHASE-TOP ROUND TOP TERMINATION TERMINATION 2" CHIMNEY AIRSPACE CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL NO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL ON FACE COMBUSTIBLE WALL BOARD " AIR SPACE BACK AND SIDES OUTSIDE AIR MINIMUM 18" TO PERPENDICULAR SIDEWALL GAS LINE KNOCKOUTS HEARTH EXTENSION...
- Page 5 SpeciFicatiOnS Continued MODELS VJM50 AND JM50 ROUND TOP TERMINATION SQUARE CHASE-TOP TERMINATION 2" CHIMNEY AIRSPACE CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL NO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL ON FACE COMBUSTIBLE WALL BOARD " AIR SPACE BACK AND SIDES OUTSIDE AIR MINIMUM 18" TO PERPENDICULAR SIDEWALL GAS LINE KNOCKOUTS HEARTH EXTENSION...
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Page 6: Fireplace Installation
FiReplace inStallatiOn FRAMING 1. Frame the opening for the fireplace using the SELECTING LOCATION dimensions shown in Figures 1 and 2. To determine the safest and most efficient location 2. If the fireplace is to be installed directly on for the fireplace, you must take into consideration carpeting, tile (other than ceramic) or any the following guidelines: combustible material other than wood floor-... -
Page 7: Hearth Extension
FiReplace inStallatiOn MANTELS A mantel may be installed if desired (see Figure Continued 4). Woodwork such as wood trims, mantels or any Note: For outdoor installations, the fireplace en- other combustible material projecting from the closure must allow for adequate drainage and fresh front face must not be placed within 12"... -
Page 8: Venting Installation
Venting inStallatiOn LINEAL GAIN PART NO. DESCRIPTION GAIN OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT Georgian Fireplace " (MODEL AK4/AK4F) 12-12DM The installation of an outside air kit should be per- Pipe Section " 12-12HT formed during the rough framing of the fireplace 18-12DM due to the nature of it's location. -
Page 9: Venting Installation
2. Chimney weight above offset rests on return Venting inStallatiOn elbow. Straps must be securely nailed to rafters Continued or joists (see Figure 8, details a and b). USING ELBOW OFFSETS (30E-12DM) 3. Maximum length of pipe between supports 1. To achieve desired offset, you may install (return elbow or 12S-12DM) is 6' of angle combinations of 12", 18", 24", 36"... - Page 10 Venting inStallatiOn PENETRATING THE ROOF To maintain a 1" (JM36) or 2" (JM42/JM50) clear- Continued ance to the pipe on a roof with a pitch, a rectangular opening must be cut. 1. Determine the center point through which the pipe will penetrate the roof. Screws 2.
- Page 11 Venting inStallatiOn Storm Collar Installation (SC2-1) Place storm collar over pipe and slide down until Continued it is snug against the open edge of the flashing (see 4. Remove the shingles around the opening Figure 14). Apply waterproof caulk around the measured.
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Page 12: Finishing The Fireplace
Venting inStallatiOn FINISHING THE FIREPLACE Combustible materials, such as wallboard, gypsum Continued board, sheet rock, drywall, plywood, etc. may make CHASE INSTALLATIONS direct contact with sides and top around the fireplace Instructions for chase installations are included face. It is important that combustible materials do with the chase style termination chosen. -
Page 13: Optional Gas Line
OptiOnal gaS line Side Outside of Firebrick Fireplace inStallatiOn Finished Continued Side Gas Line Remove Conduit Knockout CAUTION: All gas piping 1/2" Dowel Insulation and connections must be tested for leaks after the installation is completed. After ensuring Conduit that the gas valve is on, apply Cover Refractory soap and water solution to all... - Page 14 bRick inStallatiOn Continued Install the bricks one section at a time starting INSTALLING BRICK "AO" OR "AR" with the hearth panel followed by the rear panel Use brick “AO” (JM42 and JM50 only) or “AR” and then the left or right panel. It is important to (JM36 only) if an optional gas line is installed.
- Page 15 bRick inStallatiOn Continued BRICK INSTALLATION FOR MODEL (V)JM42 LEFT PANEL RIGHT PANEL REAR PANEL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL **AO **AO **See instruction on page 14 before installing brick "AO"...
- Page 16 bRick inStallatiOn Continued BRICK MATRIx - (V)JM36 BRICK MATRIx FOR MODEL (V)JM36 BRICK MATRIx Full Box #1 Hearth-36 Box # Rear-36 Box #3 Left or Right-36 Box #4 Left or Right-36 TOTAL BRICK MATRIx FOR MODEL (V)JM36 (Continued) BRICK MATRIx Box #1 Hearth-36 Box # Rear-36 Box #3 Left or Right-36...
- Page 17 bRick inStallatiOn Continued BRICK MATRIx - (V)JM42 BRICK MATRIx FOR MODEL (V)JM42 BRICK MATRIx Full Box #1 Hearth-42 Box # Rear-4 Box #3 Left or Right-42 Box #4 Left or Right-42 TOTAL BRICK MATRIx FOR MODEL (V)JM42 (Continued) BRICK MATRIx Box #1 Hearth-42 Box # Rear-4 Box #3 Left or Right-42...
- Page 18 bRick inStallatiOn Continued BRICK MATRIx - (V)JM50 BRICK MATRIx FOR MODEL (V)JM50 BRICK MATRIx Full Box #1 Hearth-50 Box # Rear-50 Box #3 Left or Right-50 Box #4 Left or Right-50 TOTAL BRICK MATRIx FOR MODEL (V)JM50 (Continued) BRICK MATRIx Box #1 Hearth-50 Box # Rear-50 Box #3 Left or Right-50...
- Page 19 4. Put 2 to 3 cups of grout mixture into piping bag bRick inStallatiOn making sure the smaller opening is downward Continued and over a moist towel to avoid spilling. Place a wet towel over the bucket making sure it is INSTALLING Z-SHAPED GRATE directly on the surface of grout mixture.
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Page 20: Glass Door Installation
glaSS dOOR DOOR FRAME MODELS BDMO36E/G/C, BDMO42E/G/C AND inStallatiOn BDMO50E/G/C IMPORTANT: Install glass door Installation frame before installing glass 1. Remove screws from smoke shelf (see door. Figure 26). 2. Mount top door frame and secure with screws provided (see Figure 26). DOOR MODELS BDM36E/G/C, 3. -
Page 21: Operation And Maintenance Guidelines
glaSS dOOR OpeRatiOn and inStallatiOn Maintenance Continued guidelineS INSTALLING GLASS DOORS GLASS DOORS Spring clips have been installed but some adjust- Glass doors are optional with the fireplace. When ments may be needed. Install the doors using the fireplace is in operation, doors must be fully following steps: opened or fully closed position only or a fire hazard 1. -
Page 22: Maintenance Guidelines
OpeRatiOn and WARNING: Risk of fire! Re- Maintenance guidelineS place grate with DESA model Continued 117544-03 JM36, 117544-01 JM42, 111754-02 JM50 grate only. WARNING: Fireplaces This grate has been designed equipped with glass doors to keep the operation of your should be operated only with fireplace safe and efficient. -
Page 23: Technical Service
When calling please have your model and serial technical SeRVice numbers of your heater ready. You may have further questions about installation, You can also visit DESA’s technical services web operation, or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA’s site at www.desatech.com. Technical Service Department at 1-866-672-6040. - Page 24 ReplaceMent and acceSSORy paRtS Continued FIRESTOP SPACER - FS-10 (1100EFS-10DM FOR MODEL GM36) SQUARE CHASE-TOP TERMINATION - STL-12D ROOF FLASHING V6F-10DM - 0 to 6/12 Pitch V12F-10DM - 6/12 to 12/12 Pitch ROUND TOP TERMINATIONS RLT-12D AND RLT-12HT 2701 Industrial Drive P.O.
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