Table of Contents

Safety Information

2

Glass Door Installation

12

Specifications

3

Operation and Maintenance Guidelines

13

Fireplace Installation

5

Technical Service

14

Venting Installation

7

Replacement Parts

15

Optional Gas Line Installation

11

Accessories

16

Safety Information

WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,serviceormain- tenance can cause injury, property damage or loss of life. Refer to this manual for assistance or addition- al information. Consult a qualified installer or local distributor.

IMPORTANT: Check local codes before installing this fireplace.

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 have 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, air inlet system and damper control.

b.Use of any component part not manufac- tured 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.

WARNING: Do not install a fireplace insert in this firebox un- less the manufacturer's instruc- tions with the insert specifically state this fireplace has been tested for use with the insert.

Thisfireplaceisnotintendedtobe used as a substitute for a furnace to heat an entire home. Use for supplemental heat 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 unat- tended when a fire is burning in the fireplace.

WARNING: Use solid wood or processed solid fuel firelogs only. 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.

WARNING: Always leave glass doors fully opened or fully closed when operating fireplace.



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(V)G42H/50H, (V)G42/50, (V)G42R/50R, (V)G42HR/50HR specifications

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