Product Features, PRE-INSTALLATION Preparation

PRODUCT FEATURES

PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION 4

Location and Space Requirements

PRODUCT FEATURES

These are a few facts that can help you understand and enjoy your vented decorative ﬁreplace:

•The(V)CB36(N,P)(E)seriesofventeddecorativeﬁreplacesmay be recessed into an exterior chase, an interior ﬂush wall enclosure or a framed-in corner installation.

•Models (V)CB36(N,P) are equipped with a millivolt gas control system that does not require electricity to operate. A piezo ignitor is provided to light the pilot without using matches or lighters.

•Models (V)CB36(NE/PE) are equipped with an electronic ignition system that requires 120VAC to operate. An electrode ignitor automatically lights the pilot ﬂame when the ﬁreplace is turned on.

•These ﬁreplaces can accept any approved 4” B-Type venting system and must be terminated vertically through the roof using a listed type vent cap only. See venting instructions on pages # and # for proper venting requirements.

•These vented ﬁreplaces require indoor air for combustion and must be installed in a room of sufﬁcient size to provide adequate fresh air forsafeandproperoperation.Theroomintendedforinstallationmust be of sufﬁcient size to meet the requirements for an unconﬁned space as deﬁned in the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilaton. If sufﬁcient air for combustion is not available a make-up air kit model AK4 may be required to provide outside air to this appliance. Check your local codes as to speciﬁc requirements for make-up air.

•This ﬁreplace may be installed in any room of the house provided all local codes and these installation instructions are followed.

PRE-INSTALLATION

PREPARATION

LOCATION AND SPACE REQUIREMENTS

Determine the safest and most efﬁcient location for your DESA direct-vent ﬁreplace. Make sure that rafters and wall studs are not in the way of the venting system. Coose a location where the heat output is not affected by drafts, air conditioning ducts, windows or doors. Figure 2 shows some common locations. Be aware of all restrictions and precautions before deciding the exact location for your ﬁreplace and termination cap.

When deciding the location of your ﬁreplace, follow these rules:

• Do not connect this ﬁreplace to a chimney ﬂue servicing a separate solid-fuel burning ﬁreplace or appliance.

•Do to high temperatures, do not locate this ﬁreplace in high traf- ﬁc areas, windy or drafty areas, or near furniture or draperies.

•Proper clearances must be maintained.

•If your ﬁreplace is to be installed directly on carpeting, vinyl tile, or any combustible material other than wood, it must be installed on a metal or wood panel exttending the full width and depth of the ﬁreplace. See Figure 3.

•Only trim kits supplied by DESA shall be used in the installation of this ﬁreplace, see Accessories, page 33.

•Do not install aftermarket vent dampers. Manual or Auto matic vent dampers are not approved for use with this appliance.

•Your ﬁreplace is designed to be used in zero clearance installa- tions. Wall or framing material can be placed directly against any exterior surface on the back, sides, or top of your ﬁreplace, except when clearances are required from ﬂue vent pipe. See Clearances on page 5.

•If recessed into a wall, you can avoid extra framing by position- ing your ﬁreplace against an already existing framing member.

•A hearth extension is not required with this appliance. If one is installed, it is for austhetic purposes only and does not have to meet standard requirements for hearth extensions.

•If you plan on installing a television or entertainment center re- cessed above your ﬁreplace, it is recommended that you main- tain a minimum 18” above the top of louver opening.

•When locating the termination cap, it is important to observe the minimum vent height and clearances required under code, see Venting Installation Instructions, page 7.

•Do not recess termination cap into a wall or siding.

•You may paint the termination cap with 450°F (232°C) heat- resistant paint to coordinate with the exterior ﬁnish.

Flush with a wall
Through exterior wall	Corner
enclosed in a chase	Installation

Figure 2 - Common Fireplace Locations

25"

(635 mm)

15"

(381 mm)

36"

(914 mm)

Figure 3 - Fireplace Bottom Dimensions

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