INSTALLATION

Continued

WARNING: Never connect natural gas fireplace to private (non-utility) gas wells. This gas is commonly known as wellhead gas.

Installation Items Needed

Before installing fireplace, make sure you have the items listed below.

•external regulator for propane/LP unit only (supplied by installer)

•piping (check local codes)

•sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)

•equipment shutoff valve *

•test gauge connection *

•sediment trap (optional)

•tee joint

•pipe wrench

•approved flexible gas line with gas connector (if allowed by local codes) (not provided)

*A CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection. Purchase the optional CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer. See Accessories, page 31.

For propane/LP units, the installer must supply an external regulator. The external regulator will reduce incoming gas pressure. You must reduce incoming gas pressure to between 11 and 14 inches of water. If you do not reduce incoming gas pres- sure, heater regulator damage could occur. Install external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 13. Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet.

Propane/LP

Supply Tank

External

Regulator

Vent

Pointing

Down

Figure 13 - External Regulator With Vent Pointing Down

CAUTION: Use only new, black iron or steel pipe. Inter- nally-tinned copper tubing may be used in certain areas. Check your local codes. Use pipe of 1/2" diameter or greater to allow proper gas volume to fireplace. If pipe is too small, undue loss of volume will occur.

Installation must include an equipment shutoff valve, union and plugged 1/8" NPT tap. Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up. NPT tap must be upstream from fireplace (see Figure 14).

IMPORTANT: Install equipment shutoff valve in an accessible location. The equipment shutoff valve is for turning on or shutting off the gas to the appliance.

Check your building codes for any special re- quirements for locating equipment shutoff valve to fireplaces.

Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male NPT threads. This will prevent excess sealant from going into pipe. Excess sealant in pipe could result in clogged fireplace valves. Never use sealant on flare threads.

CSA Design-Certified

Equipment Shutoff Valve

With 1/8" NPT Tap*

 

Natural Gas

 

From Gas Meter

 

(5" W.C.** to 10.5"

 

W.C. Pressure)

 

Propane/LP

 

From External

 

Regulator

 

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

3" Minimum

W.C. Pressure)

 

 

Cap

Pipe

Tee

Sediment

Nipple

Joint

Trap

 

 

Figure 14 - Gas Connection

*Purchase the optional CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer. See Accessories, page 31.

** Minimum inlet pressure for purpose of input adjustment.

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VSGF36PR, VSGF36NR, VSGF36PT, VSGF36NT specifications

The Desa VSGF36NR, VSGF36PT, VSGF36PR, and VSGF36NT are remarkable fireplace solutions that cater to diverse heating needs and aesthetic preferences. Each model is designed to enhance the ambiance of any space while providing efficient warmth.

One of the standout features of these gas fireplaces is their efficiency. They are engineered to provide superior heat output while minimizing gas consumption, making them both eco-friendly and economical. Each unit is equipped with advanced modulation technologies that adjust the flame height based on the room temperature, ensuring optimal heating without wasting fuel.

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