Desa K42EN Series Owner'S Operation And Installation Manual Download Page 2

111922-01C

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SAFETY INFORMATION

 WARNING: This product contains and/or generates

chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer or birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully
and completely before trying to assemble, operate, or
service this fireplace. Improper use of this fireplace
can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire,
explosions, electrical shock, and carbon monoxide
poisoning.

 DANGER: Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead

to death!

This fireplace must be installed by a qualified (certified or licensed)
service person. It has a sealed gas combustion chamber that uses a
coaxial pipe (pipe within a pipe and having the same center) venting
system. It brings in fresh air for combustion through the outer pipe and
combustion gases are exhausted through the inner pipe. If the glass
door assembly and venting pipe are not properly seated, connected,
and sealed, carbon monoxide leakage (spillage) can occur.

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning:

 Early signs of carbon monoxide

poisoning resemble the flu, with headaches, dizziness, or nausea. If
you have these signs, the fireplace may not have been installed
properly. 

Get fresh air at once!

 Have fireplace inspected and

serviced by a qualified service person. Some people are more
affected by carbon monoxide than others. These include pregnant
women, people with heart or lung disease or anemia, those under the
influence of alcohol, and those at high altitudes.

Propane/LP and Natural Gas:

 Propane/LP and natural gases are

odorless. An odor-making agent is added to the gas. The odor helps
you detect a gas leak. However, the odor added to the gas can fade.
Gas may be present even though no odor exists.

1.

This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on
the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with
other gases unless a certified kit is used.

2.

For propane/LP fireplace, do not place propane/LP supply
tank(s) inside any structure. Locate propane/LP supply tank(s)
outdoors. To prevent performance problems, do not use pro-
pane/LP fuel tank of less than 100 lbs. capacity.

3.

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 you gas supplier, call the fire department.

4.

Never install the fireplace
• in a recreational vehicle
• in windy or drafty areas where curtains or other combustible

(flammable) objects can make contact with the fireplace front

• in high traffic areas

5.

This fireplace reaches high temperatures. Keep children and
adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing igni-
tion. Fireplace will remain hot for a time after shutdown. Al-
low surfaces to cool before touching.

6.

Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room
with fireplace.

7.

Do not modify this fireplace under any circumstances. Any
parts removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operat-
ing fireplace.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................ 2

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ..................................................... 3

LOCAL CODES ........................................................................... 3

PRODUCT FEATURES .............................................................. 4

PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION ........................................ 4

LOCATION OF TERMINATION CAP .......................................... 6

VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .............................. 7

FIREPLACE INSTALLATION .................................................... 16

WIRING DIAGRAM ................................................................... 23

OPERATING FIREPLACE ........................................................ 24

INSPECTING BURNERS .......................................................... 25

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ............................................ 26

TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................. 27

REPLACEMENT PARTS .......................................................... 29

SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................... 29

SERVICE HINTS ....................................................................... 29

TECHNICAL SERVICE ............................................................. 29

ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LIST ....... 30

ACCESSORIES ........................................................................ 34

OWERNER’S REGISTRATION FORM ..................................... 35

WARRANTY INFORMATION ....................................... Back Page

Make certain you read and understand all warnings. Keep this
manual for reference. It is your guide to safe and proper operation
of this fireplace.

 WARNING: Any change to this fireplace or its

controls can be dangerous.

Summary of Contents for K42EN Series

Page 1: ...n service or maintenance can cause injury orpropertydamage Refertothis manual for correct installation and operational procedures For assistance or additional infor mation consult a qualified in stall...

Page 2: ...liance is not convertible for use with other gases unless a certified kit is used 2 For propane LP fireplace do not place propane LP supply tank s inside any structure Locate propane LP supply tank s...

Page 3: ...This appliance when installed must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 or the Ca nadian Electrical C...

Page 4: ...he location of your fireplace follow these rules Do not connect this fireplace venting to a chimney flue serving a separate solid fuel burning fireplace or appliance Due to high temperatures do not lo...

Page 5: ...s tible mantels may discolor PRE INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued NOTICE This fireplace is intended for use as supple mental heat Use this fireplace along with your pri mary heating system Do not in...

Page 6: ...nlet 72 inches 182 9cm minimum L clearance above paved side walk or a paved driveway located on public property 84 inches 213 3cm minimum M clearance under veranda porch deck 12 inches 30 5cm minimum...

Page 7: ...ng ceilings or attic spaces Install horizontal venting with a 1 4 rise for every 12 of run toward the termination VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE Read these instructions completely be fore at...

Page 8: ...ctions together and twist one section clockwise approximately one quarter turn until the sections are fully locked see Figure 8 Note Horizontal runs of vent must be supported every three feet Use wall...

Page 9: ...sition the standoff cap assembly in the center of the 10 3 4 square hole and attach to exterior wall with wood screws provided see Figure 11 The siding standoff must sit flush against the exterior fas...

Page 10: ...igure includes a chart with critical minimum and maximum dimensions which MUST be met IMPORTANT Rememberthatahorizontalrunofventingmust have a 1 4 rise for every 12 of run toward the termination Figur...

Page 11: ...throughwall over 12 horizontal pipe Basement installation where one foot clearance from ground to termination is possible SNORKEL TERMINATION INSTALLATION Recommended Applications Installations requir...

Page 12: ...max 12 max 7 min 6 max 18 max 8 min 8 max 20 max 20 max 8 max 20 max 45 Elbow Figure 18 Horizontal Termination Configuration for Venting Using Two 90 Elbows with Termination at 90 with Fireplace Figu...

Page 13: ...oom install firestop above framed hole 2 Assemble the desired lengths of pipe and elbows necessary to reach from the fireplace flue up through the firestop Be sure all pipe and elbow connections are f...

Page 14: ...wo90 Elbows Vertical Round High Wind Termination Shown VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation for Vertical Termination Cont Venting with Two 90 Elbows Vertical V Horizontal H1 Horizontal H2 5...

Page 15: ...Wall Pipe Galvanized PA58 712 Adjustable7 12 SectionDoubleWallPipe Galvanized FPA58 6 6 DuraventCollartoFMIPipeAdaptor 6 Collar Pipe Section DPA58 6 6 FMICollartoPipeDuraventAdaptor 6 Collar Pipe Sec...

Page 16: ...ructions provided in the blower accessory kit 1 Attach the power cord to the blower motor by firmly pushing the two female terminals at the end of the power cord onto the two spade terminals on the bl...

Page 17: ...e thermodisc must be oriented near the fireplace bottom as shown in Figure 28 in order to sense temperature and properly operate The blower will be held in position against the back wall by the magnet...

Page 18: ...External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down Propane LP Only Propane LP Supply Tank External Regulator Vent Pointing Down FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Installing Optional Blow...

Page 19: ...provided by installer from equipment shutoff valve to fireplace Route flexible gas supply line through one of the access holes on side of fireplace 3 Attach flexible gas line from gas supply to contro...

Page 20: ...ection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once 5 Light fireplace see Operating Fireplace pages 24 and 25 Check all other internal joints for leaks 6 Turn off fireplac...

Page 21: ...tch Cleaning Glass Door See Cleaning and Maintenance on page 26 Figure 38 Installing Rear Left and Right Brick Panels Rear Brick Panel INSTALLING BRICK LINER MODELS BL42DA SA BL42DHA SA WARNING If fir...

Page 22: ...ber Material Figure 44 Placing Ember Material on Burner 8 9 Figure 43 Installing Logs No 8 and No 9 WARNING The glass door must be securely in place before running this fireplace Do not run this firep...

Page 23: ...ttery by removing the insulat ing tab on the back of the handset see Figure 46 The battery is included pre installed 4 Once the battery is activated the unit is ready to use 5 Close lower louver panel...

Page 24: ...ars at pilot If lighting the appliance for the first time each season it may take several attempts before the supply gas can reach the pilot and main burners If the appliance will not stay lit after s...

Page 25: ...ove any dust dirt or other obstructions that will hinder the flow of air BURNER FLAME PATTERN Burner flames will be steady not lifting or floating Flame patterns will be different from unit to unit an...

Page 26: ...ed CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION Wear gloves and safety glasses while handling or removing broken glass Do not remove if glass is hot Keep children and pets away from glass WARNING Donotoperatefire...

Page 27: ...e and repair 3 Remove debris and dirt inspect and clean any other possible obstructions 4 Contact your gas supplier to check pressure 5 Have a qualified technician replace pi lot line 6 Replace contro...

Page 28: ...erial OBSERVED PROBLEM Fireplace produces a clicking ticking noise just after burner is lit or shut off Slightsmokeorodorduringinitialoperation Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position Gas o...

Page 29: ...CAL SERVICE You may have further questions about installation operation or troubleshooting If so contact DESA s Customer Service Depart mentat1 866 672 6040 Whencalling pleasehaveyourmodeland serial n...

Page 30: ...rmation visit www desatech com 30 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models V K42EN V K42ENH V K42EP V K42EPH ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODELS V K42EN V K42ENH V K42EP V K42EPH 6 7 20 17 18 13 2 12 19 8 1...

Page 31: ...4 108331 01 Top Louver Assembly 1 5 108331 02 BottomLouver Assembly 1 6 Fireplace Top 1 7 Fireplace Top Insulation 1 8 Fireplace Surround 1 9 109082 02 Heat Shield 1 10 111925 01 Log Set 1 10 1 11193...

Page 32: ...visit www desatech com 32 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models V K42EN V K42ENH V K42EP V K42EPH ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN BURNER ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS V K42EN V K42ENH V K42EP V K42EPH 7 9 8 12 12 6 1...

Page 33: ...02 Screw 8 32 x 3 8 PPH Zinc 2 8 108866 01 Pilot Natural Gas 1 108866 02 Pilot Propane LP Gas 1 9 111316 01 Pilot Bracket 1 10 111913 02 Burner Base Gasket 1 11 111310 02 Firebox Bottom 1 12 11165 Scr...

Page 34: ...s FPD42P Filligree Panel Kit Platinum FPD42PB Filligree Panel Kit Polished Brass LOUVER TRIM KIT Rolled Louvers Only Not Shown LT42B Rolled Louver Trim Kit Brushed Brass LT42P Rolled Louver Trim Kit P...

Page 35: ...Completed College Completed Graduate School 13 Age of Purchaser Under 20 20 29 30 39 40 49 50 59 60 or Over 14 Buyer s total annual household income Under 15 000 15 000 to 19 999 20 000 to 34 999 35...

Page 36: ...111922 01C For more information visit www desatech com For more information visit www desatech com 36 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 Postage Required TAPE TAPE...

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Page 38: ...ansportation and any and all such other costs related to repairing a defective heater will be the responsibility of the owner TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THE LAW OF THE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS THE...

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