Desa MPF18VPA, MPF24VPA Service Hints, Cleaning Maintenance, Technical Service, Replacement Parts

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INSPECTING BURNERS

Continued

If burner flame pattern is incorrect, as shown in Figure 18.

•turn appliance off (see To Turn Off Gas to Ap- pliance, page 10)

•see Troubleshooting, page 13

Dark

Orange

Flames

Figure 18 - Incorrect Burner Flame

Pattern

•Keep area around log set clean and clear of debris.

•Periodically inspect the air mixer and burner tube for foreign matter blocking the air inlet and flame holes.

•Once every year a qualified agency or certified chimney sweep should examine and clean the venting system of the fireplace.

SERVICE HINTS

When Gas Pressure is Too Low

•pilot will not stay lit

•burners will have delayed ignition

•propane/LP gas supply may be low

You may feel your gas pressure is too low. If so, contact your local propane/LP or natural gas supplier.

CLEANING AND

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Turn off the ap- pliance and allow to cool before cleaning.

CAUTION: You must keep control areas, burners and cir- culating air passageways of fire- place clean. Inspect these areas offireplacebeforeeachuse.Have fireplace and chimney (if appli- cable)inspectedyearlybyaquali- fiedserviceperson.Fireplacemay need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc.

Only limited cleaning will be required under nor- mal use of this appliance. Dust the front grate and top of receiver/valve. Do not use cleaning fluids to clean logs or any other part of the appliance.

If, after a period of use, the flames start to exhibit unusual shapes and behavior or the burner fails to ignite smoothly, then the burner holes may require some cleaning. If this happens, we recommend that you contact your nearest authorized service technician to get the appliance serviced.

TECHNICAL SERVICE

You may have further questions about installation, operation or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESAʼs Technical Service Department at 1-866-672-6040. When calling please have your model and serial numbers of your heater ready.

You can also visit DESAʼs technical services web site at www.desatech.com.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Note: Use only original replacement parts. This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty.

PARTS UNDER WARRANTY

Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they canʼt supply original replacement part(s), call DESAʼs Technical Service Department at 1-866-672-6040. When calling DESA, have ready

•your name and address

•model and serial numbers of your log set

•how log set was malfunctioning

•type of gas used (propane/LP or natural gas)

•purchase date

Usually, we will ask you to return the part to the factory.

PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY

Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they canʼt supply original replacement part(s), call DESA at 1-866-672-6040 for referral information. When calling DESA, have ready

•model number of your log set

•the replacement part number

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Contents What to do if YOU Smell GAS MPF24VNA, MPF24VPA MPF18VNA and MPF18VPATable of Contents Safety Information Local Codes High traffic areas Windy or drafty areasProvide adequate clearances around air openings Product Features InstallationRemove log set assembly from carton Product IdentificationInstallation and Clearances Flue Opening SpecificationsVenting Specifications for InstallationInstalling Appliance Connecting to GAS SupplyInstallation Items Needed Checking GAS Connections Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 Psig 3.5 kPaNatural From Gas Meter 5 W.C.** to 10.5 W.C. Pressure Placement of Loose Embers Pressure Testing Appliance Gas ConnectionsTest Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 Psig 3.5 kPa Operating Appliance Inspecting Burners Pilot Flame PatternON/OFF Series Model HRC100 Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame pat- terns oftenService Hints Cleaning MaintenanceTechnical Service Replacement PartsTroubleshooting Observed Problem Possible Cause RemedyContact local natural or Pilot is lit Burner orifices clogged Propane/LP gas companyReplace burner orifices Replace burner orificeBurners are lit Position when burners are Cleaners or similar productsGas regulator defective Control valve defective Check manifold pressureGas leak. See Warning Statement at topGas leak. See Warning statement at top Specifications AccessoriesWiring Diagram Illustrated Parts Breakdown MPF24VNA, MPF24VPA MPF18VNA, MPF18VPAParts List Warranty Information Keep this WarrantyLimited Warranty Vented GAS LOG Appliances

MPF18VNA, MPF24VPA, MPF18VPA specifications

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