OWNER’S MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
Models VDVF36PN/PP series are three- sided
NOTICE: Check local building codes for area requirements be- fore installing this appliance.
•Models VDVF36PN and VDVF36STN use NATURAL GAS ONLY.
•Models VDVF36PP and VDVF36STP use PROPANE/LP GAS ONLY.
If you have any doubts as to which gas your particular appliance is approved and tested for, please check the AGA/CGA rating plate located at the interior of the appliance open- ing or consult your local distributor (see Figures 1 and 2, page 2).
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Before beginning the installation of your appliance, read these instructions through completely.
This DESA appliance and its approved com- ponents are safe when installed according to this installation manual and operated as recommended by DESA. Unless you use DESA approved components 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 manufactured by DESA unless otherwise permitted in writing by DESA.
B)The use of any components part not ap- proved by DESA in combination with this DESA appliance.
C)Installation and/or operation in a man- ner 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 elec- trically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANS/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, ANS Z223.1 or the Canadian Installation Code, CAN/CGA B149.
This appliance complies with ANS Z21.88- 1998 and CSA
NOTICE: This appliance is in- tended to be used only for supple- mental heat.
WARNING: Installation and repair should be done by a quali- fied service person. The appliance should be inspected before use, and at least annually thereafter by a qualified service person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpet- ing, bedding, pet hair, etc. It is imperative that the control com- partments, burners, and circulat- ing air systems be kept clean.
SELECTING
LOCATION
To determine the safest and most efficient location for your appliance, consider the following guidelines:
1.The location must allow for proper clearances (see Clearances, page 4).
2.Consider a location where heat output would not be affected by drafts, air con- ditioning 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 pre- cautions must be observed:
1.A projection may be ideal for a new ad- dition on an existing finished wall. See Horizontal Termination Configuration, pages 10 and 11, or Vertical Termina- tion Configuration, pages 13 and 14.
2.Do not locate appliance close to where gasoline or other flammable 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 lo- cate this appliance in high traffic areas or near furniture and draperies.
5.This fireplace may be installed in bed- rooms or bathrooms in accordance with local codes.
6.Never obstruct the openings of the ap- pliance or flow of ventilation air. Keep the control compartments accessible.
7.Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately contact a local service technician to ex- amine the appliance 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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