Desa (V)TC36NE Series, (V)TC36GPE Series Safety Information Product Identification, Local Codes

SAFETY INFORMATION PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION LOCAL CODES

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SAFETY INFORMATION

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

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5.	This fireplace reaches high temperatures. Keep children and
	adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing igni-
	tion. Fireplace will remain hot for a time after shutdown. Allow
	surfaces to cool before touching.
6.	Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room
	with fireplace.
7.	Do not modify this fireplace under any circumstances. Any
	parts removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating
	fireplace.
8.	Turn fireplace off and let cool before servicing, installing or
	repairing. Only a qualified service person should install, service
	or repair this fireplace. Have fireplace inspected annually by a
	qualified service person.
9.	You must keep control compartments, burners and circulating
	air passages clean. More frequent cleaning may be needed due
	to excessive lint and dust from carpeting, bedding material, etc.
	Turn off the gas valve and pilot light before cleaning fireplace.
10.	Have venting system inspected annually by a qualified service
	person. If needed, have venting system cleaned or repaired. See
	Cleaning and Maintenance, page 25.
11.	Keep the area around your fireplace clear of combustible ma-
	terials, gasoline and other flammable vapor and liquids. Do
	not run fireplace where these are used or stored. Do not place
	items such as clothing or decorations on or around fireplace.
12.	Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn paper or other

Upper Louver

Panel

Nailing

Flange

Glass

Door

Assembly

Lower

Louver

Panel

Electronic	Glowing
Control Valve	Embers

Flue Collar

Log

Set

Lava

Rock

Burner	Switch Bracket for
Assembly
	Optional Remote and
	Blower

	objects.
13.	Do not use any solid fuels (wood, coal, paper, cardboard, etc.)
	in this fireplace. Use only the gas type indicated on fireplace
	nameplate.
14.	This appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded
	in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local
	codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or
	the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.
15.	Do not use fireplace if any part has been exposed to or under
	water. Immediately call a qualified service person to arrange
	for replacement of the unit.
16.	Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken.
17.	Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other ac-
	cessory not approved for use with this fireplace.
18.	Do not operate fireplace with glass door removed, cracked or
	broken.
19.	Provide adequate clearances around air openings.

Figure 1 - Direct-Vent Fireplace with Electronic Ignition

LOCAL CODES

Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence to local codes, use the current National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54* (USA) or the current CSA-B149.1 Instal- lation Code (Canada).

*Available from:

American National Standards Institute, Inc.

1430 Broadway

New York, NY 10018

National Fire Protection Association, Inc.

Batterymarch Park

Quincy, MA 02269

116234-01A www.desatech.com