INSTALLING

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A.G.A. Design-Certified Manual Shutoff Valve

With 1/8" NPT Tap*

Approved

Flexible

Gas Line

 

From External Regulator

3" Minimum

 

(11" W.C. to 14" W.C.

 

Pressure)

 

 

 

 

 

Sediment

 

 

Tee Joint

Trap

 

 

 

 

 

Pipe Nipple

 

Figure 17 - Gas Connection

Cap

 

 

 

*Purchase the optional A.G.A. design-certified manual shutoff valve from your dealer. See Accessories, page 32.

CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY

Installation Items Needed

5/16" hex socket wrench or nut-driver

Phillips screwdriver

sealant (resistant to propane gas, not provided)

1.Remove fireplace screen. Remove two screws that hold fireplace screen in place for shipping. These screws are located near top of screen. Discard screws. Lift fireplace screen up and pull out to remove.

2.Remove access door from rear or side of fireplace. See Product Identification, page 4, for access door locations.

3.Remove screws that attach log base assembly to fireplace (see Figure 18).

Carefully lift up log base assembly and remove from fireplace (see Figure 18). Note: If adding the G8000 brick liner accessory, install it now. Follow instructions in G8000 accessory kit.

CAUTION

Do not pick up log base assembly by burners. This could damage burners. Only handle base by grates.

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Figure 18 - Removing Log Base Assembly From Fireplace

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Desa UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) PROPANE GAS FIREPLACE Connecting Fireplace to GAS Supply, Installation Items Needed

UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) PROPANE GAS FIREPLACE specifications

Desa Unvented (Vent-Free) Propane Gas Fireplaces offer a unique and efficient way to provide warmth and ambiance to any living space, without the need for traditional venting systems. These fireplaces are designed to burn propane gas cleanly and efficiently, thus eliminating the need for chimneys or flues. One of the key features of the Desa Unvented propane gas fireplace is its ability to operate without exhausting combustion gases outside, making it an ideal choice for homeowners with limited installation options.

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