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ANSI Z21.60

CSA 2.26

APPROVED

Convertible from Natural 

Gas to Propane/LP Gas

GAS LOG VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE

OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

 

WARNING: If the information in this manual is not 

followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing 
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

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Do not store or use gasoline or other  flammable vapors 

and liquids in the  vicinity of this or any other appliance.

—  WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

•  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.

—  Installation and service must be performed by a quali-

fied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.

CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

VANGUARD MODELS

VVSA18M, VVSA24M, VVDA18M, VVDA24M, VVDA30M

FOR USE WITH LOG SET MODELS VSLR18, VSLR24, VDLCR18, 

VDLCR24 (SHOWN) AND VDLCR30

FMI MODELS

FVSA18M, FVSA24M, FVDA18M, FVDA24M, FVDA30M

FOR USE WITH LOG SET MODELS FSLR18, FDLCR18, FDLCR24 AND FDLCR30

These logs are approved by the manufacturer for instal

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lation  in  listed  indoor  and  outdoor  solid  fuel  burning 

fireplaces. See warranty for additional information.

PFS

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US

Summary of Contents for FMI FVDA18M

Page 1: ... in your building Immediatelycallyourgassupplierfromaneighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a quali fied installer service agency or the gas supplier INSTALLER Leave this manual with the appliance CONSUMER Retain this manual for future reference Vanguard Models VVSA18M VVSA...

Page 2: ...g set can cause serious injury or death from burns fire explosion electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning DANGER Carbonmonoxide poisoning may lead to death Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu with headaches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs the log set may not be working properly Get fresh air at once Have log set serviced Some peopl...

Page 3: ... on page 22 1 This appliance as supplied is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is convertible for use with propane LP 2 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 instruc...

Page 4: ...olid fuel burning fireplace the chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned of soot creo sote ashes and loose paint by a qualified chimney cleaner Creosote will ignite if highly heated Adirtychimneyfluemay createanddistributesootwithin the house Inspect chimney flue for damage Product Identification CAUTION Donotremovethe metaldataplatesfromtheburner pan The data plates contain important warranty and...

Page 5: ...Hr Input Propane LP Gas Burner Orifice Natural Propane LP In Num In Num 18 Single Burner 50 000 40 000 0 116 32 0 081 46 24 Single Burner 60 000 50 000 0 120 31 0 082 45 18 Dual Burner 55 000 45 000 0 116 32 0 082 45 24 Dual Burner 65 000 55 000 0 138 29 0 086 44 30 Dual Burner 70 000 60 000 0 1405 28 0 089 43 SPECIFICATIONS W C FUEL INLET PRESSURE MANIFOLD PRESSURE Min Max NG 7 W C 10 5 W C 6 LP ...

Page 6: ... Design Certified Equipment Shutoff Valve With 1 8 NPT Tap Approved Flexible Gas Hose no longer than 36 if required by local codes Damper Damper Clamp Damper Manufactured Fireplace Masonry Fireplace Damper Clamp Damper Tee Pipe Cap Joint Nipple Sediment Trap 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 o...

Page 7: ...oncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak 5 Correct all leaks at once 6 Reconnect log set and equipment shutoff valve to gas supply Check reconnected fittings for leaks Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Close equipment shutoff valve see Figure 5 2 Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed air or opening main gas valve located ...

Page 8: ...e for your appliance Orifice kit included with this appliance contains an orifice installed in an air mixer fitting 7 Using thread sealant resistant to the ac tion of propane LP gas on smaller end of fitting screw burner inlet fitting into outlet side of gas control see Figure 8 Tighten using a wrench 8 Thread gas control valve and burner inlet fitting into burner manifold see Figure 8 Use thread ...

Page 9: ...n the outside of the bar Make sure that all ports are clear and produc ing flame evenly across the burner If any ports appear blocked clear them by removing the burner manifold and ream ing the ports with a modified paper clip or other suitable tool 5 When finished testing turn the gas shutoff valve OFF to extinguish all flames Adding Pan Material 1 Open the bag of ash bed material vermicu lite an...

Page 10: ...ing property damage per sonal injury or loss of life A This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly B BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do no...

Page 11: ...e pressed in for 30 seconds or more This will allow air to bleed from the gas system If control knob does not pop up when released contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs 6 With control knob pressed in push down and release ignitor button This will light pilot Visually locate the pilot on the control valve cover by the edge of the burner pan to look for flame If needed keep ...

Page 12: ...s Access pilot adjustment screw through slot in valve cover Turn adjustment screw clockwise to decrease or counterclockwise to increase the flame to proper size see Figure 11 page 9 Do not remove adjust ment screw see Troubleshooting page 13 Keep the area around the log set clean and clear of debris Occasionally you may use a soft bristle brush to clean logs Periodically inspect the air mixer and ...

Page 13: ...s excessively noisy Note The movement and combustion of gas will cre ate low unavoidable levels of noise 1 Passage of air gas across irregular surfaces 2 Excessive gas pressure on natural gas units 1 Relieve any tight bends or kinks in gas supply line 2 Check reset gas regulator pressure see Figure 10 page 8 Burner flame is too low or too high 1 Incorrect gas supply or pressure 2 Blocked burner or...

Page 14: ...ff valve not fully open 4 Pilot flame not touching thermocouple which al lows thermocouple to cool causing pilot flame to go out This problem could be caused by one or both of the following A Low gas pressure B Dirty or partially clogged pilot 5 Thermocouple connection loose at control valve 6 Thermocouple damaged 7 Control valve damaged 1 Press in control knob fully 2 After pilot lights keep con ...

Page 15: ...cking ticking noise just after burner is lit or shut off 1 Metal expanding while heating or contracting while cooling 1 This is normal with most log sets If noise is excessive contact qualified service person Log set produces unwanted odors 1 Log Set burning vapors from paint hair spray glues cleaners chemicals new carpet etc See IMPOR TANT statement above 2 Gas leak See Warning statement at top o...

Page 16: ...www desatech com 124184 01B 16 Parts Models VVSA18M VVSA24M VVDA18M VVDA24M and VVDA30M 3 2 14 8 26 25 15 16 13 20 21 18 24 19 6 4 17 22 23 10 7 5 5 9 9 11 12 1 27 ...

Page 17: ...8 901232 01 Gas Line 12 Aluminum 1 9 901430 01 Grate Steps 2 10 901243 01 Log Grate 1 901243 02 Log Grate 1 901246 01 Log Grate 1 901246 02 Log Grate 1 901246 03 Log Grate 1 11 901681 01 Burner Strap 1 12 901078 01 Nut 8 32 1 13 901076 01 Screw 8 32 x 3 8 1 14 901082 01 Regulator 1 15 901066 02 Propane LP Brass Air Mixer 1 16 901065 06 Propane LP Brass Orifice 1 901065 05 Propane LP Brass Orifice ...

Page 18: ...om Rear 1 2 901603 01 Bottom Front Right 1 901604 01 Bottom Front Right 1 901604 04 Bottom Front Right 1 3 901593 01 Bottom Front Left 1 901594 01 Bottom Front Left 1 901595 01 Bottom Front Left 1 4 901580 02 VR 11 VC Top Log 1 5 901588 01 VS 12 Top Log 1 6 901592 01 VCR 12 Top Log 1 7 901591 02 VCR 11 VC Top Log 1 8 901551 03 CHR 13 VC Top Log 1 9 901587 01 VCR 9 Top Log 1 10 901625 03 Bottom Rea...

Page 19: ...Bottom Rear Log 1 2 901656 01 Bottom Front Log Rt 1 901657 01 Bottom Front Log Rt 1 901658 01 Bottom Front Log Rt 1 3 901666 01 Bottom Front Log Lt 1 901667 01 Bottom Front Log Lt 1 901668 01 Bottom Front Log Lt 1 4 901619 01 FS 12Y Top Log 1 5 901617 01 FS 16 Top Log 1 6 901612 01 FS 17 Top Log 1 7 901620 02 FR12L Top Log 1 8 901614 01 FS15 Top Log 1 9 901623 02 FR14 Top Log 1 10 901625 01 Bottom...

Page 20: ...www desatech com 124184 01B 20 PARTS Models FVSA18M FVSA24M FVDA18M FVDA24M and FVDA30M 3 2 14 8 26 25 15 16 13 20 21 18 24 19 6 4 17 22 23 10 7 5 5 9 9 11 12 1 27 ...

Page 21: ... 2 901431 01 Grate Steps 2 10 901243 01 Log Grate 1 901243 02 Log Grate 1 901246 01 Log Grate 1 901246 02 Log Grate 1 901246 03 Log Grate 1 11 901681 01 Burner Strap 1 12 901078 01 Nut 8 32 1 13 901076 01 Screw 8 32 x 3 8 1 14 901082 01 Regulator 1 15 901066 02 Propane LP Brass Air Mixer 1 16 901065 06 Propane LP Brass Orifice 1 901065 05 Propane LP Brass Orifice 1 901065 03 Propane LP Brass Orifi...

Page 22: ...ress listed on the back page of this manual Ash Bed Material Vermiculite GA9750A For all models Carton of 6 Glowing embers GA9950A For all models Use for firebox decoration only Silica Sand GA9850A For all models Use for firebox decoration only Carton of 6 LAVA ROCK GA6067A For all models Use for firebox decoration only Decorative ash bed control cover CDABKA For all models An attractive way to co...

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Page 24: ...ons furnished with this product This warranty covers the cost of part s required to restore this product to proper operating condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a DESA Heating LLC Authorized Service Center or a provider approved by DESA Heating LLC Warranty parts must be obtained through authorized dealers of this prod uct and or DESA Heating LLC who will provide original factory...

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