Desa VDCFRNB, VDCFTPB, VDCFRPB installation manual Safety Information

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Safety Information

WARNING:Thisproductcon- tainsand/orgenerateschemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm.

IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, op- erate or service this fireplace. Improper use of this fireplace can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explo- sion,electricalshockandcarbon monoxide poisoning.

DANGER: Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death!

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu, with head- aches, dizziness or nausea. If you have these signs, the fireplace may not be working properly. Get fresh air at once! Have fireplace serviced. Some people are more affected by carbon monoxide than others. These include pregnant women, people with heart or lung disease or anemia, those under the influence of alcohol and those at high altitudes.

Natural and Propane/LP Gas: Natural and pro- pane/LP gases are odorless. An odor-making agent is added to the gas. The odor helps you detect a gas leak. However, the odor added to the gas can fade. Gas may be present even though no odor exists. Make certain you read and understand all warnings. Keep this manual for reference. It is your guide to safe and proper operation of this fireplace.

WARNING: Any change to this fireplace or its controls can be dangerous.

WARNING:Donotuseablow- er insert, heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with this fireplace.

WARNING: Do not allow fans toblowdirectlyintothefireplace. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Ceiling fans can create drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Altered burner patterns can cause sooting.

Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.

Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the appliance. Never place any objects on the heater.

Fireplace front and screen be- come very hot when running heater. Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Fire- place will remain hot for a time after shutdown. Allow surfaces to cool before touching.

Carefully supervise young chil- dren when they are in the room with fireplace. When using the hand-held remote accessory (Remote-Ready Models Only), keep selector switch in the OFF position to prevent children from turning on burners with remote.

You must operate this fireplace with the fireplace screen in place. Make sure fireplace screen is closed before running fireplace.

Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible ma- terials, gasoline and other flam- mable vapors and liquids.

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Contents Shown with Optional Cabinet Mantel/Hearth Base Accessory Thermostat Models Vdcftnb and Vdcftpb Remote-Ready ModelsVdcfrpb and Vdcfrnb Table of Contents Safety Information Safety Information Local Codes Optional Remote Control AccessoriesProduct Features Product IdentificationAir for Combustion Ventilation Hood AssemblyAIR for Combustion Ventilation Providing Adequate VentilationDetermining FRESH-AIR Flow for Fireplace Location Ventilation AIR Ventilation Air From Inside BuildingVentilation Air From Outdoors Check GAS Type InstallationMinimum Clearance to Combustible Materials InstallationInstallation Items Fireplace ClearancesDepth Built-In Fireplace InstallationActual Framing Height Front WidthTop Louver Bottom Louver Optional Mantel InstallationMantel Shelf Side of FireboxRemoving Upper Louver Installing Optional Blower Accessory GA3450TAInstalling Blower Accessory Remote Blower Bracket Switch Plate ScrewOpen lower louver door by swinging door down see , For Built-In Installation Extension CordBlower Bracket Connecting to GAS Supply Connecting equipment shutoff valve to heater control Installation Items NeededChecking GAS Connections Gas Meter Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas ConnectionsEquipment Open Shutoff Valve Closed Gas Regulator or Gas Control Valve EquipmentInstalling Receiver Receiver Volt Terminal Battery Wires Battery ClipInstalling 9-Volt Battery in Hand-Held Remote Control Unit Terminal W Terminal R Optional Wall Switch GWMS2 Remote-Ready Models OnlyControl Valve To Wall Thermostat or Switch Feed wires through rectangular slotsLighting Instructions Installing LOG SET and ScreenFor Your Safety Read Before Lighting Operating FireplaceThermostat Control Operation Manual Lighting ProcedureOperating Fireplace To Turn OFF GAS To ApplianceOperating Blower AUTO/OFF/ON SwitchPiezo Flame Control Ignitor Button Adjustment Knob Pilot Ignitor Burner ElectrodePilot Burner Ignitor Electrode HRC200 Optional Hand-HeldRemote Operation Thermostat Series ModelOptional GWMT1 Wall mounted Thermostat Optional GWMS2 Wall Mounted SwitchBurner Flame Pattern Cleaning MaintenanceInspecting Burners Pilot Flame PatternCabinet Cleaning MaintenanceWiring Diagram LOG SetObserved Problem Possible Cause Remedy TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Initial operation Processes and log curing When heated, vapors fromMote-Ready Models Only Power is low Slight smoke or odor duringGas leak. See Warning Rating Variable 17,000/26,000 Btu/Hr SpecificationsThermostat Models Remote-Ready Models Rating Variable 17,000/30,000 Btu/HrFirebox Models VDC Illustrated Parts BreakdownOuter Casing Parts ListOuter Casing Top BaffleIllustrated Parts Breakdown Thermostat ModelsVdcftpb and Vdcftnb Parts List Vdcfrnb and Vdcfrpb REMOTE-READY ModelsBrass Flare Adapter Fitting Accessories Equipment Shutoff Valve GA5010THERMOSTAT-CONTROLLED Blower KIT GA3450T Accessories WALL-MOUNT ON/OFF SwitchWALL-MOUNT Thermostat Parts Under Warranty Replacement PartsService Hints Technical Service116526-01B Warranty Information Keep this WarrantyLimited Warranty VENT-FREE Compact Classic Hearth