Desa (V)K36P SERIES, (V)K36N SERIES installation manual Clearances, Framing and Finishing

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PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION

Clearances

Framing and Finishing

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PRE-INSTALLATION

PREPARATION

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CLEARANCES

Minimum clearances to combustibles for the fireplace are as follows:

Back, and sides

0"/mm

Perpendicular walls

6" (152mm)

Floor

0"/mm

Ceiling to louver opening

42" (1067mm)

Front

36" (914mm)

Top of Standoffs

0"/mm

Vent

(See venting instructions for

 

specific venting clearances.)

Combustible material with a maximum thickness of 5/8" may be flush with the top front of fireplace .

15"

35A 3/4"

E

1D0 3/8"

13 3/4"

41"

41 1/4"

68 1/2"

49C5/8"

Nailing Tabs

NOTICE: This fireplace is intended for use as supple- mental heat. Use this fireplace along with your pri- mary heating system. Do not install this fireplace as your primary heat source. If you have a central heat- ing system, you may run system’s circulating blower while using fireplace. This will help circulate the heat throughout the house. In the event of a power outage, you can use this fireplace as a heat source.

FRAMING AND FINISHING

Figure 4 shows typical framing of this fireplace. Figure 5 shows framing for corner installation. All minimum clearances must be met.

For available accessories for this fireplace, see Accessories on page 36. If you are using a separate combustible mantel piece, refer to Figure 6 for proper installation height. You can install noncombustible mantels at any height above the fireplace.

Note: Noncombustible mantels may discolor!

36 1/8"

41 1/4"

23 1/2"

Figure 5 - Framing Clearances for Corner Installation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Top of Louver Opening

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ref.

Mantel Depth

Ref.

Mantel from Top

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

of Louver Opening

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

14" (356mm)

 

A

 

 

 

16" (406mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

12" (305mm)

 

B

 

 

 

14" (356mm)

 

 

 

3

10" (254mm)

 

C

 

 

 

12" (305mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

8" (203mm)

 

D

 

 

 

10" (254mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

6" (152mm)

 

E

 

 

 

8" (203mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6

4" (101mm)

 

F

 

 

 

6" (152mm)

 

 

 

7

2" (51mm)

 

G

 

 

 

4" (101mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 6 - Clearances for Combustible Mantels

Figure 4 - Framing Clearances for Installation Against an Exterior

Wall

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Contents For Your Safety What to do if YOU Smell GAS OWNER’S Operation Installation ManualFor Your Safety Safety Information Table of ContentsLocal Codes Product IdentificationLocation and Space Requirements Product FeaturesPRE-INSTALLATION Preparation Framing and Finishing ClearancesBalcony with Perpendicular Side Wall Location of Termination CAPInstallation Precautions Venting Installation InstructionsHorizontal Termination Installation Installation PlanningInstalling Horizontal Vent Cap Noncombustible Exterior Ground Floor Installation 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 InstallationInstalling Optional Blower Accessories Fireplace InstallationModel BK Installation Check GAS TypeAttaching Speed Control to Firebox Model BKT InstallationInstallation Items Needed Installing GAS Piping to Fireplace LocationBlower Wiring Diagram Installation Items Needed Connecting Fireplace to GAS SupplyPressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System Checking GAS ConnectionsPressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections Installing Optional Wall Mount Switch GWMS2Removing Louver Panels Installing Remote ReceiverREMOVING/REPLACING Glass Door Removing Glass Doors Installing Brick Liner Models BL36DASA and BL36DHASACleaning Glass Door Operating Fireplace Installing LOGS, Lava Rock and Glowing EmbersFor Your Safety Read Before Lighting Lighting Instructions Manual Lighting ProcedureTo Turn OFF GAS To Appliance Optional HAND-HELD Remote OperationAuto Thermostatic Mode Manual ModeSafety Features ON/OFF Series Model GhrcbPilot Assembly Operating Optional Blower AccessoryInspecting Burners Operating Optional GWMT1 Wall Mounted ThermostatGlass Door Cleaning and MaintenancePilot and Burners LogsObserved Problem Possible Cause TroubleshootingObserved Problem Possible Cause Remedy Above Gas leak. See Warning statementService Hints Replacement PartsTechnical Service SpecificationsModels Illustrated Parts BreakdownKEY Part Number Description QTY Parts ListBurner Assembly for Models VK36N, VK36NH, VK36P, VK36PH Parts List Accessories Owners Registration Form Postage Required 111923-01B Warranty Information

(V)K36P SERIES, (V)K36N SERIES specifications

Desa (V)K36P Series and (V)K36N Series represent a significant advancement in the world of high-efficiency heating solutions, known for their innovative features and technologies that cater to varying heating needs. These series are engineered for both residential and commercial applications, offering flexibility and efficiency to meet diverse climate requirements.

One of the standout features of the Desa (V)K36P and (V)K36N Series is their advanced combustion technology. Utilizing a unique burner design, these units maximize energy output while minimizing emissions. This is particularly important in today's environmentally-conscious market, where efficient energy use and reduced carbon footprints are critical.

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