Desa (V)CB36N(E) Product Features, Pre-Installation Preparation, Location and space requirements

Product Features

These are a few facts that can help you understand and enjoy your vented decorative fireplace:

•The (V)CB36N(E) and (V)CB36P(E) series of vented decorative fireplaces may be recessed into an exterior chase, an interior flush wall enclosure or a framed-in corner installation.

•Models (V)CB36N and (V)CB36P are equipped with a millivolt gas control system that does not require electricity to operate. A piezo ignitor is provided to light the pilot without using matches or lighters.

•Models (V)CB36N(E) and (V)CB36P(E) are equipped with an electronic ignition system that requires 120 VAC to operate. An electrode ignitor automatically lights the pilot flame when the fireplace is turned on.

•These fireplaces can accept any approved 4"

B-Type venting system and must be terminated vertically through the roof using a listed type vent cap only. See venting instructions starting on page 8 for proper venting requirements.

•These vented fireplaces require indoor air for combustion and must be installed in a room of sufficient size to provide adequate fresh air for safe and proper operation. The room intended for installation must be of sufficient size to meet the requirements for an unconfined space as defined in the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation. If sufficient air for combustion is not available a makeup air kit model AK4 may be required to provide outside air to this appliance. Check your local codes as to specific requirements for make up air.

•This fireplace may be installed in any room of the house provided all local codes and these installation instructions are followed.

When deciding the location of your fireplace, follow these rules:

•Do not connect this fireplace to a chimney flue servicing a separate solid fuel burning fireplace or appliance.

•Do to high temperatures, do not locate this fireplace in high traffic areas, windy or drafty areas, or near furniture or draperies.

•Proper clearances must be maintained.

•If your fireplace is to be installed directly on carpeting, vinyl, tile or any combustible mate- rial other than wood, it must be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the fireplace (see Figure 3).

•Only trim kits supplied by DESA shall be used in the installation of this fireplace, see Acces- sories, page 34.

•Do not install aftermarket vent dampers.

Manual or automatic vent dampers are not ap- proved for use with this appliance.

•Your fireplace is designed to be used in zero clearance installations. Wall or framing material can be placed directly against any exterior sur- face on the back, sides or top of your fireplace, except when clearances are required from flue vent pipe, see Clearances on page 6.

•If recessed into a wall, you can avoid extra framing by positioning your fireplace against an already existing framing member.

Flush with a wall	Corner
Through exterior wall	Installation
enclosed in a chase

Pre-Installation

Preparation

Location and space requirements

Determine the safest and most efficient location for your DESA direct-vent fireplace. Make sure that rafters and wall studs are not in the way of the venting system. Choose a location where the heat output is not affected by drafts, air conditioning ducts, windows or doors. Figure 2 shows some common locations. Be aware of all restrictions and precautions before deciding the exact location for your fireplace and termination cap.

Figure 2 - Common Fireplace Locations

25"

(63.5 cm)

36"

(91.4 cm)

36"

(91.4 cm)

Figure 3 - Fireplace Bottom Dimensions

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