DESA INTERNATIONAL
UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE INSERT
INSTALLATION
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4.Using Phillips screwdriver, remove four screws attaching brass louver. In- stall one Phillips head screw (included with kit) in each side (see Figure 7).
5.Align top panel screw holes. Install four Phillips screws, do not tighten.
6.For model GS43, align six screw holes in side panels with holes in top panel (see Figure 9). For model GS38, align two screw holes in side panels with holes in top panel (see Figure 9). Insert and tighten screws.
7.Carefully inspect fireplace surround assembly. Make sure each part fits properly. Firmly tighten all screws in- stalled during assembly.
CAUTION: Do not overtighten. Metal can bend, warp, or break under excessive strain.
Phillips Screws
Brass Louver
Figure 7 - Remove Brass Louver
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Figure 8 - Attaching Top Surround Panel
8.Remove three pieces of brass trim from packaging.
9.Locate four brass screws, two adjust- ing plates with set screws, and two shims in the brass hardware packet.
10.Align shim under adjusting plate as shown in Figure 10.
11.Slide one end of adjusting plate/shim in slot of top brass trim (see Figure 10).
12.Slide other end of adjusting plate/shim in slot on mitered edge of side brass trim (see Figure 10).
13.While firmly holding edges of brass trim together, tighten both set screws on the adjusting plate with slotted screwdriver.
14.Repeat for other side.
15.Line up holes in brass trim with holes on side panels of fireplace surround as- sembly. Attach with
16.Move fireplace insert and surround as- sembly to masonry fireplace opening. Make sure fireplace insert and surround assembly fit properly.
Top Panel
Side Panel
Figure 9 - Attaching Side Panels to Top Panel (GS43 Pictured)
Set Screws
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Figure 10 - Assembling Brass Trim
INSTALLING HOOD
Install hood to top of firebox as shown in Figure 11. Use 7 Phillips screws provided.
Screws 
Figure 11 - Installing Hood to Firebox
INSTALLATION
CLEARANCES
WARNING: Maintain the mini- mum clearances. If you can, pro- vide greater clearances from floor, ceiling, and adjoining wall.
Carefully follow the instructions below. This will ensure safe installation.
Minimum Clearances For Side
Combustible Material, Side Wall,
and Ceiling
A.Clearances from the side of the fireplace cabinet to any combustible material and wall should follow diagram in Figure 12.
Example:The face of a mantel, bookshelf, etc. is made of combustible material and protrudes 3 1/2" from the wall. This com- bustible material must be 4" from the side of the fireplace opening (see Figure 12).
B.Clearances from the top of the fireplace opening to the ceiling should not be less than 42 inches.
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Figure 12 - Minimum Clearance for Combustible to Wall
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