Desa VC42N SERIES, VC42P SERIES installation manual Product Identification, Local Codes

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SAFETY INFORMATION PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION LOCAL CODES

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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5.

This fireplace reaches high temperatures. Keep children and

 

adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing igni-

 

tion. Fireplace will remain hot for a time after shutdown. Allow

 

surfaces to cool before touching.

6.

Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room

 

with fireplace.

7.

Do not modify this fireplace under any circumstances. Any

 

parts removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating

 

fireplace.

8.

Turn fireplace off and let cool before servicing, installing or

 

repairing. Only a qualified service person should install, service

 

or repair this fireplace. Have fireplace inspected annually by a

 

qualified service person.

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Upper Louver

 

Panel

Flue Collar

 

Nailing

 

Flange

 

Glass

Log

Door

Set

Assembly

 

9.

You must keep control compartments, burners and circulating

 

air passages clean. More frequent cleaning may be needed due

 

to excessive lint and dust from carpeting, bedding material, etc.

 

Turn off the gas valve and pilot light before cleaning fireplace.

10.

Have venting system inspected annually by a qualified service

 

person. If needed, have venting system cleaned or repaired. See

 

Cleaning and Maintenance, page 27.

11.

Keep the area around your fireplace clear of combustible ma-

 

terials, gasoline and other flammable vapor and liquids. Do

 

not run fireplace where these are used or stored. Do not place

 

items such as clothing or decorations on or around fireplace.

12.

Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn paper or other

Lower

Louver

Panel

Control

Valve with Glowing Piezo Ignitor Embers

Lava

Rock

Burner

 

Assembly

Switch Bracket for

 

 

Optional Remote and

 

Blower

 

objects.

13.

Do not use any solid fuels (wood, coal, paper, cardboard, etc.)

 

in this fireplace. Use only the gas type indicated on fireplace

 

nameplate.

14.

This appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded

 

in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local

 

codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or

 

the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.

15.

Do not use fireplace if any part has been exposed to or under

 

water. Immediately call a qualified service person to arrange

 

for replacement of the unit.

16.

Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken.

17.

Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other ac-

 

cessory not approved for use with this fireplace.

18.

Do not operate fireplace with glass door removed, cracked or

 

broken.

19.

Provide adequate clearances around air openings.

Figure 1 - Direct-Vent Fireplace with Millivolt Ignition

LOCAL CODES

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

116236-01A

www.desatech.com

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Contents For Your Safety For Your Safety What to do if YOU Smell GASSave this manual for future reference Safety Information Table of ContentsLocal Codes Product IdentificationProduct Features PRE-INSTALLATION PreparationLocation and Space Requirements Framing and Finishing ClearancesTermination CAP AIR Supply Inlet GAS Meter Location of Termination CAPInstallation Precautions Venting Installation InstructionsHorizontal Termination Installation Installation PlanningInstalling Siding Standoff Combustible Vertical Horizontal H Horizontal Termination ConfigurationsCorner Installation Venting with Two 90 Elbows Horizontal System Installation Using TWO ElbowsFlat Ceiling Installation Installation for Vertical TerminationVenting with One 90 Elbow Vertical Termination ConfigurationsVertical Venting High Altitude InstallationCheck GAS Type Venting InstallationFireplace Installation Installing Optional Blower AccessoriesBlower see Figure Model BKT InstallationInstalling GAS Piping to Fireplace Location Blower Wiring DiagramInstallation Items Needed Connecting Fireplace to GAS Supply Checking GAS ConnectionsOr servicing. Correct all leaks at once Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections Installing Optional Wall Mount Switch GWMS2Installing Remote Receiver REMOVING/REPLACING Glass DoorRemoving Louver Panels Installing Lava Rock and Glowing Embers Cleaning Glass DoorRemoving Glass Doors Lighting Instructions Installing Brick Liner Models BL42DASA and BL42 DhasaFor Your Safety Read Before Lighting Operating FireplaceOptional HAND-HELD Remote Operation Manual Lighting ProcedureTo Turn OFF GAS To ApplianceON/OFF Series Model Ghrcb Safety FeaturesManual Mode Auto Thermostatic ModeOperating Optional GWMT1 Wall Mounted Thermostat Operating Optional Blower AccessoryPilot Assembly Inspecting BurnersLogs Cleaning and MaintenanceGlass Door Pilot and BurnersObserved Problem Possible Cause Remedy TroubleshootingBrick Liner Models BL42DASA Above Gas leak. See Warning statementSpecifications Replacement PartsService Hints Technical ServiceModels VC42N, VC42P, VVC42N and VVC42P Series Illustrated Parts BreakdownKEY Part Number Description QTY Parts List19 18 Parts List Accessories Owners Registration Form Postage Required 116236-01A Warranty Information

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