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FOR YOUR SAFETY

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 de-

partment.

WARNING: Improper instal-
lation,  adjustment,  altera-
tion, service or maintenance 
can cause injury or property 
damage. Refer to this manual 
for  correct  installation  and 
operational  procedures. 
For assistance or additional 
information consult a quali-
fied installer, service agency 
or the gas supplier.

This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*, permanently located, manufactured (mo-

bile) home, where not prohibited by state or local codes.
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.

WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed 
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property dam-
age, personal injury or loss of life.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and 
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

Installation  and  service 
must  be  performed  by  a 
qualified  installer,  service 
agency or the gas supplier.

*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer.

DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE

OWNER’S OPERATION AND
INSTALLATION MANUAL

NATURAL GAS MODELS (V)KC36N SERIES 

PROPANE/LP GAS MODEL (V)KC36P SERIES

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For more information, visit www.desatech.com

State of Massachusetts: The installation must be made by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in 
the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Summary of Contents for KC36N SERIES

Page 1: ...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 certi ed kit is used WARNING If the information in this manual is no...

Page 2: ...d on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases unless a certi ed kit is used 2 For propane LP replace do not place propane LP supply tank s inside any structure Locat...

Page 3: ...replace inspected annually by a quali ed service person 9 You must keep control compartments burners and circulating air passages clean More frequent cleaning may be needed due to excessive lint and...

Page 4: ...nation cap When deciding the location of your replace follow these rules Do not connect this replace venting to a chimney ue serving a separate solid fuel burning replace or appliance Due to high temp...

Page 5: ...e In the event of a power outage you can use this replace as a heat source FRAMING AND FINISHING Figure4showstypicalframingofthis replace Figure5showsfram ing for corner installation All minimum clear...

Page 6: ...earance 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 N clearance above a roof shall exte...

Page 7: ...ith a 1 4 rise for every 12 of run toward the termination WARNING Read all instructions completely and thoroughly before attempting installation Failure to do so could result in serious injury propert...

Page 8: ...one section clockwise approxi mately 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 straps for this purpose...

Page 9: ...Apply non hardening mastic around outside edge of standoff Position 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 1...

Page 10: ...seal termination cap to vent pipe Cap must be removable for vent inspection and maintenance Figure 13 Typical Horizontal Termination Cap Mounting with Additional Siding Standoff Installed Siding Stand...

Page 11: ...n using snorkel termination to achieve one foot above ground Snorkel terminations are available for installations requiring a vertical rise on the exterior of the building If install ing snorkel termi...

Page 12: ...al V Horizontal H1 Horizontal H1 Horizontal H2 5 min 2 max 6 max 6 min 4 max 12 max 7 min 6 max 18 max 8 min 8 max 20 max 20 max 8 max 20 max Figure 17 Horizontal Termination Con guration for Venting...

Page 13: ...hole 2 Assemble the desired lengths of pipe and elbows necessary to reach from the replace ue up through the restop Be sure all pipe and elbow connections are fully twist locked see Figure 8 page 8 3...

Page 14: ...l H 5 min 2 max 6 min 4 max 7 min 6 max 8 min 8 max 20 max 8 max Figure 22 Vertical Venting Con guration Using One 90 Elbow Vertical Round High Wind Termination Shown Note Install restrictor into inne...

Page 15: ...lace at an elevation above 2000 feet in the USA you may need to decrease the input rating by changing the existing burner ori ce to a smaller size Reduce input 4 for each 1000 feet above sea level Che...

Page 16: ...Galvanized P58 12 12 Section Double Wall Pipe Galvanized P58 24 24 Section Double Wall Pipe Galvanized P58 36 36 Section Double Wall Pipe Galvanized P58 48 48 Section Double Wall Pipe Galvanized PA58...

Page 17: ...Off Figure 27 Location of Wiring Diagram Decal Model May Vary From Illustration Wiring Diagram Decal 12 in Front of Blower FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Thermodisc Figure 28 Blower Model BKT Air Fl...

Page 18: ...g down as shown in Figure 30 Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet Figure 30 External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down Propane LP Only Propane LP Supply Tank External Regulat...

Page 19: ...oint Sediment Trap Drip Leg Natural From Gas Meter 5 5 W C to 10 5 W C Pressure Propane LP From External Regulator 11 W C to 14 W C Pressure TheCSAdesign certi edequipmentshutoffvalvemaybesupplied wit...

Page 20: ...oints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections 1 Open equipment shutoff valve see Figure 33 2 Open propane LP supply tank valve for propane LP r...

Page 21: ...ttach terminal wires to a 9 volt alkaline battery not included Place battery into the battery housing 3 Replace battery cover onto remote control unit Figure 39 Installing Alkaline Battery in Hand Hel...

Page 22: ...or Cont Installing Lava Rock and Glowing Embers INSTALLING LAVA ROCK AND GLOWING EMBERS It is very important to keep logs exactly as installed Do not modify logs Only use log set designed for this rep...

Page 23: ...as including near the oor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information above If you don t smell gas go to the next step 6 The pilot is located by the main burner and should not require acc...

Page 24: ...witch in the OFF position to prevent draining battery 3 Turn off all electrical power to the appliance if service is to be performed 4 Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to OFF 5 Clo...

Page 25: ...the replace Note Do not leave the hand held remote in the AUTO mode close to the replace The radiant heat from the replace will turn off the replace Ideally place the hand held remote in the center of...

Page 26: ...ace off adjust thermostat to the lowest set ting and turn the gas control knob back to PILOT The pilot will remain lit IMPORTANT To turn the pilot off turn the gas control knob on the heater to the OF...

Page 27: ...broken glass Do not remove if glass is hot Keep children and pets away from glass If glass has been broken carefully remove glass door see Remov ing Replacing Glass Door page 21 Vacuum all glass piec...

Page 28: ...ially clogged pilot 5 Thermocouple connection loose at con trol valve 6 Thermocouple damaged 7 Control valve damaged REMEDY 1 Reconnect ignitor cable 2 Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tu...

Page 29: ...e gas line checked by local propane LP or natural gas company 3 Clean burner see Cleaning and Main tenance page 27 or replace burner ori ce 1 Inspect the opening at the base of the burner to see that...

Page 30: ...ERVED PROBLEM Fireplace produces unwanted odors Fireplace shuts off in use Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position Gas odor during combustion Dark residue on logs or inside of replace REMED...

Page 31: ...operation or troubleshooting If so contact DESA s Customer Service Depart ment at 1 866 672 6040 When calling please have your model and serial numbers of your heater ready You can also visit DESA s t...

Page 32: ...com 116226 01B 32 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models KC36N VKC36N KC36P and VKC36P ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODELS KC36N VKC36N KC36P AND VKC36P 6 7 20 17 18 13 2 12 19 8 1 4 11 9 14 3 16 5 15 10...

Page 33: ...below see below Left Refractory Brick Panel 1 12 see below see below Rear Refractory Brick Panel 1 13 see below see below Right Refractory Brick Panel 1 14 108719 01 108719 01 Screen Rod 1 15 12105 1...

Page 34: ...7 15 10 12 1 12 2 3 13 9 11 21 22 TPTH TP TH 6 12 14 18 17 17 18 19 20 16 14 8 4 5 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN BURNER ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS KC36N VKC36N KC36P AND VKC36P ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Mod...

Page 35: ...32 x 1 4 Zinc 4 6 Firebox Bottom 1 7 11102 Screw 8 32 x 3 8 Zinc 2 8 116572 01 Tubing Assembly 1 9 111288 02 Flex Gas Line 1 10 108084 02 Pilot Assembly Natural Gas 1 108084 03 Pilot Assembly Propane...

Page 36: ...Rolled Louver Trim Kit Brushed Brass LT36P Rolled Louver Trim Kit Platinum LT36PB Rolled Louver Trim Kit Polished Brass DEFLECTION HOODS Not Shown HD36 Hood Black 2 Brow PERIMETER TRIM KIT Not Shown P...

Page 37: ...te 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 35 000 to 49 999 50 000 to 74 999 75 0...

Page 38: ...www desatech com 116226 01B 38 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 Postage Required TAPE TAPE...

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Page 40: ...ted 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 SALE OF THE PRODUCT THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY EXCLUDE...

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