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B-VENT DECORATIVE GAS FIREPLACE
OWNER’S OPERATION AND
INSTALLATION MANUAL
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MODELS P324E, VP324E, P325E(B) AND VP325E(B)
NATURAL GAS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ............................................ 17 SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................ 2 SERVICE HINTS....................................................................... 18 UNPACKING ............................................................................... 3 TECHNICAL SERVICE ............................................................. 18 INTRODUCTION.............
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SAFETY INFORMATION 3 UNPACKING 3 SAFETY INFORMATION UNPACKING Continued The following items are packed inside the firebox. Remove before positioning firebox into framing. 7. A hearth extension is not required with this appliance. If one is installed, it is for aesthetic purposes only and does not have to • Ceramic Log Pack - Shrink-wrapped on cardboard meet the standard requirements. • Three (3) plastic bags containing lava rock, pan and ember 8. Turn fireplace off and let cool before servicing
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INTRODUCTION 4 Before You Begin INTRODUCTION These fireplace models are vented gas fireplaces that use an elec- The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of tronic gas control valve and electronic ignition system. P325E/ local codes, with the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 VP325E models have a 5" B-vent and P324E/VP324E models have or with the current CAN/CSA B149 Installation Codes. a 4" B-vent. A properly sized B-Type venting system and a listed This applia
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 5 5 SELECTING LOCATION PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 1 21 /2" 3 3 22 /8" * 20 /8" 1 14 /2" 7" HEARTH AREA 3 16 /4" 3 3 * 13 /4" 11 /4" DIMENSIONS 1 1 * 27 /2" 34 /2" 5/8" 29" 7" Alternate Gas * WITH REFRACTORY Supply Inlet 7" 1 1 36 /2" 1 1 8 /8" 32 /4" 18 /4" 1 7 10 /2" 6 /8" 1 1 8 /4" 8 /4" 7" 1 2 /2" 1 1 29 /2" 2 /2" 3 1 8 /8" 5 3 7 /8" 2 /4" 35 /8" 1 13 /4" 5 10 /8" 3 16 /4" Figure 1 - Appliance Dimensions SELECTING LOCATION To determine the safest and most efficient location
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PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION 6 Clearances Mantel Clearances and Wall Details PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION MANTEL CLEARANCES AND WALL DETAILS CLEARANCES A combustible mantle shelf maybe installed a maximum 12" Minimum clearances to combustibles are: (229mm) from the wall. Figures 5 and 6 show the minimum • Top of Spacers ........................................................... 0" min. allowable distances from various combustible mantle components • Back and Sides of Outer Surround.............
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PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION 7 Framing 7 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued These Dimensions Allow for a FRAMING 3/4" Clearance at Sides and 1. Frame appliance enclosure as illustrated in Figures 7 and 8. Back of Fireplace. However, 0" Clearance is Permitted Note: If a wall covering is used to line the enclosure, then all 12" measurements must be from the surface of the covering. 3 2. Place the appliance into the framing and secure it. 39 /8" 3 16 /4" Note: If appliance is to be raised above
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VENTING INSTALLATION 8 VENTING INSTALLATION A B-type venting system must be connected to the appliance for Example 1: Shows the minimum allowable system height and venting to the outside of the building. lateral offset for a 60° degree or greater inclination. Code specifies that offsets at 60° degrees or greater are considered horizontal and The following section is provided as a guide to a standard B-type must follow the 75% percent rule for lateral to total vertical system vent installation. h
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VENTING INSTALLATION 9 Checking for Proper Venting 9 VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Vent terminations must be located in accordance with height and Note: Before connecting this appliance to an existing vent system proximity rules of NFPA No. 54 or CAN/CSA B149. These rules or a common venting system consult with your local architect, apply to vents at 12 in. diameter or less and require a minimum planner, or building official. height in accordance with the roof pitch and a minimum of 8 ft. dista
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INSTALLATION Wall Switch Installation 10 Optional Remote Control Installation (Model WRC) Gas Line Hook-Up INSTALLATION WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION Fireplace Receptacle The installation of a wall switch allows you to activate the gas Remote Control Receiver control valve and turn the fireplace on and off. The wall switch is to be connected to the incoming 120 volt regular household wiring that supplies the electricity to the fireplace. Refer to wiring diagram in this manual on page 18. OPTIONAL REM
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INSTALLATION 11 Gas Line Hook-Up (Cont.) 11 Grate Placement INSTALLATION Continued In conformance with local codes, route a 1/2" NPT gas line Incoming 1/2" Gas Line towards the appliance coming in from any of the 3 directions Permitted by Local Codes shown in Figure 16. Sediment Trap CAUTION: Do not kink flexible gas line. (Not Supplied) 3" Min. (76mm) 1/2" NPT Incoming Black Iron Gas Line Flexible Gas Line (1 Provided) Can Figure 17- Sediment Trap Be Extended Out Either Side Red Surface Indica
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INSTALLATION Ember and Pan Material Placement 12 Log Placement for P324E/VP324E Models INSTALLATION Continued EMBER AND PAN MATERIAL PLACEMENT LOG PLACEMENT FOR P324E/VP324E MODELS 1. Open the bag(s) of vermiculite and fill the entire burner pan 1. Place front (log 1) onto front of grate sliding log all the way until the burner tube is completely covered (see Figure 20). forward against grate fingers (see Figure 23). 2. Smooth the pan material just even with edges of the burner pan. 2. Insert pe
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INSTALLATION 13 Log Placement for P325E/VP325E Models 13 INSTALLATION Continued 4. Place top of log 4 into notch on log 1. Rest log 4 on the center LOG PLACEMENT FOR P325E(B)/VP325E(B) of grate as shown in Figure 27. MODLES 5. Place top of log 5 into notch on top right of log 1 (see Figure 1. Place large back log (log 1) onto grate making sure notches 27). Rest log 5 between two middle grate fingers as shown in rest over grate (see Figure 25). Figure 28 2. Place log 2 onto front right side of gr
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INSTALLATION Combustion Air Kit Model AK4 (Optional) 14 Appliance Enclosure Installing Optional Glass Door Accessory INSTALLATION Continued COMBUSTION AIR KIT MODEL AK4 INSTALLING OPTIONAL GLASS DOOR (OPTIONAL) ACCESSORY The outside air kit may be installed on the left side of the fireplace CAUTION: Use only glass doors certified for use only. The vent can be installed through the outside wall or a with this appliance. ventilated crawl space. The handle to operate the damper door for the outsi
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INSTALLATION 15 Installing Optional Glass Door Accessory (Cont.) 15 OPERATION For Your Safety Read Before Lighting Lighting Instructions INSTALLATION OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING 8. Close both doors until evenly joined at the middle and note the gap at the outer edges of the face. 9. Reopen one door at a time and retighten the upper and lower WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions hold-down screws. exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing p
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OPERATING FIREPLACE To Turn Off Gas To Appliance 16 Optional Remote Operation INSPECTING BURNERS Pilot Assembly OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued 8. Turn equipment shutoff valve counterclockwise C-clockwise OPTIONAL REMOTE to the ON position. Do not force. OPERATION 9. Replace front refractory brick access panel. Note: The WRC receiver and hand-held remote control kit 10. Fully close glass doors if installed. must be purchased separately (see Accessories, page 21). Follow 11. Turn on all electric p
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INSPECTING BURNERS 17 Burner Flame Pattern 17 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Pilot and Burner Logs INSPECTING BURNERS CLEANING AND Continued MAINTENANCE BURNER FLAME PATTERN WARNING: Installation and repair should be done Burner flames will be steady; not lifting or floating. Flames should by a qualified service person. The appliance should be go up through the middle of logset. Flames should not "spill" to the inspected before each use and at least annually by a edges of the pan or sides of the logs
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MV TH PV/MV TR GND PV IGN SERVICE HINTS 18 TECHNICAL SERVICE WIRING DIAGRAM REPLACEMENT PARTS SERVICE HINTS REPLACEMENT PARTS Note: Use only original replacement parts. This will protect your When Gas Pressure Is Too Low warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty. • pilot will not stay lit PARTS UNDER WARRANTY • burner will have delayed ignition • fireplace will not produce specified heat Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply original replacement part(s) call
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TROUBLESHOOTING 19 19 TROUBLESHOOTING The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are: Note: For additional help, visit DESA’s technical service web 1. Loose wiring connections site at www.desatech.com. 2. Construction debris clogging the pilot and/or gas control valve filter Note: Before troubleshooting the system, make sure the gas shutoff valve is ON. OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Ignitor will not spark or pilot will not light 1. No gas supply, or shutoff valve is O
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TROUBLESHOOTING 20 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued WARNING: If you smell gas • Shut off gas supply. • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. IMPORTANT: Operating fireplace where impurities in air exist may create odors. Cleaning supplies, paint, paint remover, ci
