Desa VC42NE SERIES, VC42PE SERIES Local Codes, Product Features, Pre-Installation Preparation

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Local Codes

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

Product Features

These are a few facts that can help you understand and enjoy your direct-vent fireplace:

•The venting system may be routed to the out- side of your home in several ways. It may vent through the roof (vertical) or it may vent to an outside/exterior wall (horizontal). The vent pipe installation is very important to allow for proper operation. You must follow the venting instructions very carefully for either vertical or horizontal applications.

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

•The blower requires electricity. If you plan to install the blower at a later date, do not forget to wire the outlet at the bottom of the fireplace when framing.

•Each time you turn on your fireplace, you may notice some amount of condensation on the in- side of the fireplace glass. This is normal and will disappear after 10-20 minutes of operation.

•Your direct-vent gas fireplace system (fireplace and venting) is a balanced and sealed gas op- erating unit. It requires approximately 10-20 minutes of operating time before the flame pattern stabilizes.

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. Choose 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 venting to a chim- ney flue serving a separate solid-fuel burning fireplace or appliance.

•Due to high temperatures, do not locate this fireplace in high traffic 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 mate- rial other than wood, it must be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the fireplace. See Figure 3.

Flush with a wall

Through exterior wall enclosed in a chase

Corner installation

Figure 2 - Common Fireplace Locations

36 1/4"

23 1/4"

48"

Figure 3 - Fireplace Bottom Dimensions

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Contents What to do if YOU Smell GAS Table of Contents Safety Information High traffic areas ProductIdentification Pre-Installation Preparation Product FeaturesLocal Codes Location and space requirements42 1067 mm ClearancesFront 36 914 mm Top of Standoffs Vent See venting Venting clearancesFireplace Framing and finishingNoncombustible mantels at any height above Termination CAP AIR Supply Inlet GAS Meter Location of Termination CapInstallation Precautions Venting Installation InstructionsInstallation Planning Installing Horizontal Vent Cap Noncombustible Exterior Ground Floor Installation Recommended Applications Corner ground floor installation Corner InstallationHorizontal System Installation Using TWO 90 Elbows Connect a section of pipe and extend up through the hole Installation for vertical terminationFlat Ceiling Installation Twist-lock the vent cap onto the last section of vent pipe Vertical Venting High Altitude InstallationDesa 5/8 Pipe & Vent Kits Number Description Parts list for venting kits and componentsInstalling optional blower accessories Fireplace InstallationModel BK Installation Plug in blower power cordBlower Model BKT Model BKT InstallationInstallation Items Needed Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace LocationBlower Wiring Diagram Propane/LP Supply TankExternal Regulator Vent Pointing Down Connecting Fireplace to GAS SupplyTest Pressures Equal To or Less Than Psig 3.5 kPa Checking GAS ConnectionsClose equipment shutoff valve see Figure Disconnect fireplace and its individual equipRemoving/Replacing Glass Door Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas ConnectionsRemoving Louver Panels Removing Glass DoorCleaning Glass Door Installing lava rock and glowing embersInstalling Brick liner Models BL42DASA and BL42DHASA Replace top and bottom louvers Wall Switch InstallationOptional Remote control Installation model WRC Wiring Diagram Operating Fireplace For your safety Read before lightingLighting Instructions To Turn OFF GAS To AppliancePilot Assembly Operating optional blower accessoryInspecting Burners Optional Remote OperationGlass Door Cleaning MaintenancePilot and burners LogsVenting system TroubleshootingObserved Problem Possible Cause Remedy Ule And/or check ground wire to Check wiring connectionNo gas to burner, although wall Wall switch wires defective Pilot will not stay litGas leak. See Warning Statement at topService Hints Replacement PartsTechnical Service SpecificationsAccessories Models VC42NE, VVC42NE, VC42PE and VVC42PE Illustrated Parts BreakdownParts List 2827 19 18 Burner Pan Assembly Limited Warranty DIRECT-VENT Fireplace Warranty InformationKeep this Warranty
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