Desa C36EMW For Your Safety, USE Solid Wood or Processed Solid Fuel Firelogs only

FOR YOUR SAFETY

•Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

•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 materials on or near the appliance.

•NEVER leave children unattended when a fire is burning in the fireplace.

WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury, property damage, or loss of life. Refer to this manual for assistance or additional information. Consult a qualified installer or local distributor.

CHECK HUD REQUIREMENTS BEFORE

INSTALLING THIS FIREPLACE.

INTRODUCTION

BEFORE BEGINNING THE INSTALLATION OF THE FIREPLACE, READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS THROUGH, COMPLETELY.

♦This DESA fireplace and its components are safe when installed according to this installation manual. Unless you use DESA components, which has been designed and tested for the fireplace system, you may cause a fire hazard.

♦The DESA warranty will be voided by and DESA disclaims any responsibility for the following actions:

a)Modification of the fireplace, components, doors, blower, fans, air inlet system and damper control.

b)Use of any component part not manufactured or

approved by DESA in combination with a DESA fireplace system.

PROPER INSTALLATION is the most important step in ensuring safe and continuous operation of the fireplace. Consult the local building codes as to the particular requirements concerned with the installation of all factory built fireplaces. Although grounding may not be required by code the manufacturer recommends it.

This Model fireplace C36EMW meets the construction and safety standards of HUD for application in mobile homes when installed according to these instructions.

WARNING: Do not install a fireplace insert in this box unless the manufacturers instructions with the insert specifically state this fireplace has been tested for use with the insert.

This fireplace is not intended to be used as a substitute for a furnace to heat an entire home. Use for supplemental heat only.

USE SOLID WOOD OR PROCESSED SOLID FUEL

FIRELOGS ONLY.

WARNING: When processed wood fuel fire logs are used, do not poke or stir the logs while they are burning. Use only fire logs that have been evaluated for the application in fireplace and refer to fire log warnings and caution markings on packaging prior to use.

This wood burning fireplace complies with UL 127 standard as a FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE.

CAUTION: The structural integrity of the mobile home floor, and ceiling/roof must be maintained.

SELECTING LOCATION

To determine the safest and most efficient location for the fireplace, you must take into consideration the following guidelines:

1.) The location must allow for proper clearances (see figures 1 & 2).

2.) Consider a location were the fireplace would not be affected by drafts, air conditioning ducts, windows or doors.

3.) A location that avoids the cutting of joists or roof rafters will make installation easier.

4.) An outside air kit is included with this fireplace. For more details refer to section on outside air kit installation on page 4.

WARNING: Do not install in a bedroom.

MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES

• Back and side of fireplace -------------- ¾” minimum

Note: The ¾” clearance is not required at the nailing flanges

•Floor* ------------------------------------- 0” minimum *See step 2 of “Installing the Fireplace” on page 3

•	Perpendicular Wall to Opening of unit - 12” minimum
•	Top Spacers ------------------------------	0”	minimum
•	Mantel Clearances --------------	see page 8	“Mantels”
•	Chimney Outer Pipe Surfaces ---------	1”	minimum
	WARNING: Do not pack required air spaces with
	insulation or other materials.

MINIMUM / MAXIMUM CHIMNEY HEIGHT

The minimum height of the chimney, measured from the base of the fireplace to the flue gas outlet of the termination, is 11.5 feet for straight flue or a flue with one elbow set. The maximum distance between elbows is 2 feet. For systems with 2 elbow sets, minimum height is 22 feet. The maximum height of any system is 28 feet. This measurement includes the fireplace, chimney sections and the height of the termination assembly at the level of the flue gas outlet (see page 6, figure 15).

FRAMING AND INSTALLING THE FIREPLACE

STEP 1: Frame the opening for the fireplace using the

	dimensions shown in figures 1 & 2.
	STEP 2: If the fireplace is to be installed directly on carpeting,
	tile (other than ceramic), or any combustible material other
	than wood flooring, the fireplace must be installed upon a
	metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the
	fireplace.
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