Desa VDDVF36PN/PP, VDDVF36STN/STP installation manual Selecting Location, Before YOU Begin, Hazard

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INTRODUCTION

Before You Begin

SELECTING LOCATION

INTRODUCTION

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If you have any doubts as to which gas your particular appliance is approved and tested for, please check the CSA rating plate located at the interior of the appliance opening or consult your local distributor (see Figure 1, page 2 and Figure 2, page 3).

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Before beginning the installation of your appliance, read these instructions through completely.

This DESA appliance and its approved components are safe when installed according to this installation manual and operated as recommended by DESA. Unless you use DESA approved compo- nents tested for this appliance, YOU MAY CAUSE A SAFETY

HAZARD!

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

A)Modification of the appliance or any of the components manu- factured by DESA unless otherwise permitted in writing by DESA.

B)The use of any components part not approved by DESA in combination with this DESA appliance.

C)Installation and/or operation in a manner other than instructed in this manual.

D)The burning of anything other than the type of gas approved for use in this gas appliance.

This appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.

The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 or the Canadian Installation Code, CAN/CGA B149.

This appliance complies with ANSI Z21.50-1998/CSA 2.22-M48 as a VENTED GAS FIREPLACE. It is listed and tested by Interna- tional Approval Services.

NOTICE: This appliance is intended to be used only for supplemental heat.

WARNING: Installation and repair should be done by a qualified installer/service person. The appliance should be inspected before use, and at least annually thereafter by a qualified service person. More fre- quent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding, pet hair, etc. It is imperative that the control compartments, burners, and circulat- ing air systems be kept clean.

SELECTING LOCATION

To determine the safest and most efficient location for your appli- ance, consider the following guidelines:

1.The location must allow for proper clearances (see Clearances, page 5).

2.Consider a location where heat output would not be affected by drafts, air conditioning ducts, windows, or doors.

3.A location that avoids the cutting of joists or roof rafters makes installation easier.

In selecting a location, the following precautions must be observed:

1.A projection may be ideal for a new addition on an existing fin- ished wall. See Horizontal Termination Configuration, page 12, or Vertical Termination Configuration, pages 14 and 15.

2.Do not locate appliance close to where gasoline or other flam- mable liquids may be stored. The appliance must be kept clear and free from combustible materials.

3.Do not connect this appliance to a chimney system used for solid fuel burning fireplace.

4.Due to high temperatures, do not locate this appliance in high traffic areas or near furniture and draperies.

5.This fireplace may be installed in bedrooms or bathrooms in accordance with local codes.

6.Never obstruct the openings of the appliance or flow of venti- lation air. Keep the control compartments accessible.

7.Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Im- mediately contact a local service technician to examine the ap- pliance and to replace any part(s) of the control ignition system and other related components that have submerged under water.

Figure 3 - Possible Installation of Peninsula Fireplace

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