Desa (V)CD36RPE Operation Processes and logs curing Hours of operation, On it, Mixer, Material

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Continued

OBSERVED PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

REMEDY

 

 

 

 

 

Burner backfiring during com-

1. Burner orifice is clogged or

1.

Clean burner (see Cleaning

bustion

 

damaged

 

and Maintenance, page 37) or

 

2.

Damaged burner

2.

replace burner orifice

 

Replace damaged burner

 

3.

Gas regulator defective

3.

Replace gas control

 

Slight smoke or odor during initial

1.

Residues from manufacturing

1.

Problem will stop after a few

operation

 

processes and logs curing

 

hours of operation

 

 

 

 

 

 

Heater produces a whistling noise

1.

Turning gas control knob to

1.

Turn gas control knob to LO

when burner is lit

 

HI position when burner is

 

position and let warm up for a

 

2.

cold

2.

minute

 

Air in gas line

Operate burner until air is

 

 

 

 

removed from line. Have gas

 

 

 

 

line checked by local propane/

 

3.

Dirty or partially clogged

3.

LP or natural gas company

 

Clean burner (see Cleaning

 

 

burner orifice

 

and Maintenance, page 37) or

 

 

 

 

replace burner orifice

 

Glass soots

1.

Flame impingement on logs

1.

Adjust the log set so the flame

 

 

 

 

does not excessively impinge

 

 

 

2.

on it

 

2.

Debris around burner air

Inspect the opening at the base

 

 

of the burner to see that it is

 

 

mixer

 

not packed with any type of

 

 

 

 

material

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fireplace produces a clicking/tick-

1.

Metal expanding while heating

1.

This is common. If noise is

ing noise just after burners are lit

 

or contracting while cooling

 

excessive, contact qualified

or shut off

 

 

 

service person

 

Remote does not function

1.

Battery is not installed or bat-

1.

Replace 9-volt batteries in

 

 

tery is power is low

 

receiver and hand-held remote

 

 

 

 

control

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Contents Natural GAS Models VCD36RN, VCD36RNEPROPANE/LP GAS ModelS PROPANE/LP GAS Models VCD36TN, VCD36TNETable of Contents Safety Information Product Identification High traffic areasProduct Features Pre-Installation PreparationLocal Codes Location and space requirementsPackaging and Removal ClearancesFraming and finishing Mantel ClearancesSide Clearances for Combustible Materials Location of Termination Cap Termination CAP AIR Supply Inlet GAS MeterVenting Installation Instructions Installation PrecautionsInstallation Planning Location of the fireplaceFeet. Use wall straps for this purpose Twisting, bending, etcInstalling Siding Standoff Combustible Exterior Wall Installing Inner Wall Firestop Wall FirestopVenting Installation Horizontal TerminationSnorkel Installation for vertical termination 45 and 30 Offset with Wall StrapConnect a section of pipe and extend up through the hole Flat Ceiling InstallationTwist-lock the vent cap onto the last section of vent pipe Vertical Termination Configurations for Rear Vent Vertical VentingVertical Termination Configurations for Top Vent High Wind TerminationParts list for venting kits and components Desa 5/8 Pipe & Vent Kits Number DescriptionFireplace Installation Installing optional blower accessoriesModel BK Installation Electrical Supply ConnectionPlug in blower power cord Blower Model BKModel BKT Installation Plug in blower power cord to duplex outletWiring Diagrams Installing Remote Receiver Attach the terminal wires to the battery. see FigureInstalling and Activating the Remote Receiver Locate the two plastic mounting clips provided with the kitHigh Altitude installation Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace LocationImportant Fireplaces when factory equipped for use at high Installation Items NeededConnecting Fireplace to GAS Supply Propane/LP Supply TankExternal Regulator Vent Pointing DownPressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System Checking GAS ConnectionsTest Pressures Equal To or Less Than Psig 3.5 kPa Close equipment shutoff valve see FigurePressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections Removing Lower Louver Access PanelRemoving/Replacing Glass Door Removing Top Louver Trim PanelInstalling LOGS, lava rock and glowing embers Removing Glass DoorMillivolt For your safety Read before lighting Operating FireplaceLighting Instructions Open the bag of ember materialsManual Lighting Procedure To Turn OFF GAS To ApplianceOptional Hand-Held Remote OperationThermostat Series Model HRC200 Electronic ingnition For your safety Read before lighting Operating optional blower accessoryOperating optional GWMT1 Wall Mounted Thermostat Optional Wireless Remote Operation PilotPilot assembly If you pilot assembly does not meet these require- mentsInspecting Burners Burner Flame PatternGlass Door Cleaning MaintenancePilot and burners Troubleshooting Observed Problem Possible Cause RemedyLogs Venting systemWhen ignitor button is pressed Problem could be caused byBurner orifice clogged Clean burner see Cleaning Is lit Turn on gas supply or openWhen burner is lit HI position when burner is Or shut off Service person Remote does not functionTery is power is low Operation Processes and logs curing Hours of operationStatement above Electronic Ignition Gas leak. See Warning Statement at topReplacement Parts Service HintsTechnical Service SpecificationsAccessories PROPANE/NATURAL GASManual Blower KIT BK Thermostatically Controlled Blower KIT BKTIllustrated Parts Breakdown Parts List Illustrated parts breakdown Washer, Flat 7/8 ID x 2 OD x 1/8 Thick Illustrated Parts Breakdown CD36TNEV Keep this Warranty Warranty InformationLimited Warranty DIRECT-VENT Fireplace

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