OWNER’S MANUAL

ACCESSORIES

Purchase these heater accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA International’s Parts Department at 1-800-972-7879 for referral information. You can also write to the ad- dress listed on the back page of this manual.

 

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WALL-MOUNT THERMOSTAT SWITCH - GWMT1

(Not Shown)

For all models. The desired comfort setting can be selected on the wall thermostat and the log heater will automatically cycle from pilot to the heat setting selected.

RECEIVER AND HAND-HELD THERMOSTAT REMOTE CONTROL KIT - GHRCT

For all models. Allows the gas log heater to be operated in a manually or thermostati- cally controlled mode. You can turn the gas log heater on and off without ever leaving the comfort of your easy chair.

WALL-MOUNT ON/OFF SWITCH - GWMS2

(Not Shown)

For all models. Allows the gas log heater to be turned on and off with a wall switch.

DAMPER CLAMP - GA6080 (Not Shown)

MANUAL SHUTOFF

VALVE - GA5010

For all models. Manual shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap. Fits 1/2" NPT pipe.

FIREPLACE HOOD

Black - GA6050

Brass - GA6052

Antique Brass - GA6053

For all models. Helps deflect heat away from mantel or wall above fireplace. Fits openings 28" to 48" wide.

RECEIVER AND HAND- HELD REMOTE CONTROL KIT - GHRC

For all models. Allows the gas log heater to be turned on and off by using a hand-held remote control.

Permanently opens chimney flue damper for vented operation. Can be used only with non-thermostat accessories.

LAVA ROCK - GA6060 (Not Shown)

For all models. Order when additional rock is desired. (3 lb. bag)

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Vanguard Heating UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER installation manual Accessories

UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER specifications

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