Pre-Installation
Preparation
Location and space requirements
Determine the safest and most efficient location for your DESA
When deciding the location of your fireplace, follow these rules:
•A projection may be ideal for a new addition on an existing finished wall. Refer to horizontal termination configurations on page 15 or verti- cal configurations on page 18.
•Do not connect this fireplace venting to a chim- ney flue serving a separate
•Due to high temperatures, do not locate this fireplace in high traffic areas, windy or drafty areas or near furniture or draperies.
•Never obstruct the front opening of the appli- ance or flow of combustion and ventilation air.
Keep control compartments accessible.
•Do not locate close to where gasoline or other flammable liquids may be stored. The appliance must be kept clear and free from combustible materials.
Upper
Louver
Panel
Lower |
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Louver |
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Panel | Log Set |
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Figure 3 - Direct-Vent Fireplace
Clearances
Minimum clearances to combustibles for the fire- | |
place are as follows: |
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*Back and sides of surround | 0" |
Vent Surfaces (side and bottom) | 1" |
Top Vent Surface (horizontal run) | 2" |
Ceiling to Opening | 36" |
Floor | 0" |
Wall to Front of Glass | 36" |
Perpendicular Wall to Opening of Unit | 2" |
Top Spacer | 0" |
NOTICE: This fireplace is in- tended for use as supplemental heat. Use this fireplace along with your primary heating sys- tem. Do not install this fireplace as your primary heat source. If you have a central heating 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.
Mantel Clearances
CEILING
36" Min.
WALL
36" Min.
0" Floor
Figure 4 - Minimum Clearances
(Peninsula Shown)
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