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7.   Check to make sure that the power cord is com

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pletely clear of the blower wheel and that there 

are no other foreign objects in blower wheel. Also 

double check all wire leads and make sure wire 

routing is not pinched or in a precarious position. 

Correct accordingly. 

8.  Turn on power to duplex outlet if previously 

turned  off  per  the  warning  in  column  1, 

page 19.

9.   Plug in blower power cord to duplex outlet.

10.  The blower will only run when the speed control 

knob is in the ON position and the thermal switch 

senses temperature after the fireplace begins to 

heat up. The blower speed can be adjusted by 

rotating the control knob. To turn off, turn knob 

fully counterclockwise until it clicks off. If the 

blower is ON and has been running with the 

fireplace operating, the blower will continue to 

run for a short time after the fireplace has been 

turned off. As the thermal switch cools down, the 

blower shuts down automatically.

11.  Peel off the backing paper and stick the sup

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plied wiring diagram decal on the firebox bot

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tom approximately 12" in front of the blower 

(see Figure 28, page 20). 

Blower Wiring Diagram

  CAUTION:  Label  all  wires 

prior  to  disconnection  when 

servicing controls. Wiring errors 

can  cause  improper  and  dan

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gerous operation. Verify proper 

operation after servicing. 

FIREPLACE 

INSTALLATION

Continued

Figure 30 - Blower Wiring Diagram for 

Thermostat-Controlled Models 

Blue

Variable

Fan Switch

Fan Switch

(N.O.)

Green

White

On

110/115 

V.A.C.

Blower

Motor

Black 

Off

1

2

Black

INSTALLING GAS pIpING TO 
FIREpLACE LOCATION

  WARNING:  A  qualified 

service  person  must  connect 

fireplace to gas supply. Follow 

all local codes.

  CAUTION:  For  propane/LP 

units, never connect fireplace di

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rectly to the propane/LP supply. 

This heater requires an external 

regulator (not supplied). Install 

the external regulator between 

the  fireplace  and  propane/LP 

supply.

 WARNING: For natural gas, 

never connect heater to private 

(non-utility) gas wells. This gas 

is  commonly  known  as  well-

head gas.

Installation Items Needed

Before installing fireplace, make sure you have 

the items listed below.

•  external regulator (supplied by installer)

•  piping (check local codes)

•  sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)

•  equipment shutoff valve *

•  test gauge connection *

•  sediment trap

•  tee joint

•  pipe wrench

•  approved flexible gas line with gas connector 

(if allowed by local codes)

* A  CSA  design-certified  equipment  shutoff 

valve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable alterna

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tive to test gauge connection. Purchase the CSA 

design-certified equipment shutoff valve from 

your retailer.

For propane/LP connection  only, the  installer 

must supply an external regulator. The external 

regulator will reduce incoming gas pressure. You 

must reduce incoming gas pressure to between 

11 and 14 inches of water. If you do not reduce 

incoming gas pressure, fireplace regulator dam

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age could occur. Install external regulator with 

the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 31, 

page 22. Pointing the vent down protects it from 

freezing rain or sleet.

Summary of Contents for (V)KV36N Series

Page 1: ...o not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediatelycallyourgassupplierfromaneighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier...

Page 2: ...vice agency or the gas supplier This appliance may be in stalled in an aftermarket permanently located manufactured mobile home where not prohib ited by local codes This appliance is only for use with...

Page 3: ...s controls can be dangerous Do not modify this fireplace under any circum stances Any parts removed for servicingmustbereplacedprior to operating fireplace WARNING Donotuseablow er insert heat exchang...

Page 4: ...ny solid fuels wood coal paper cardboard etc in this fireplace Use only the gas type indicated on fireplace nameplate 8 This appliance when installed must be electri cally grounded in accordance with...

Page 5: ...d above Pre Installation Preparation Location and space requirements Determine the safest and most efficient location for your DESA direct vent fireplace Make sure that rafters and wall studs are not...

Page 6: ...ening 42 Front 36 Top of Standoffs 0 Vent S e e v e n t i n g instructions for specific venting clearances Combustible material with a maximum thick ness of 5 8 may be flush with the top front of fire...

Page 7: ...Figure 5 Framing Clearances for Corner Installation Ref Mantel Depth Ref Mantel from Top of Louver Opening 1 14 A 16 2 12 B 14 3 10 C 12 4 8 D 10 5 6 E 8 6 4 F 6 7 2 G 4 Figure 6 Clearances for Combus...

Page 8: ...S if greater than 50 000 36 91 cm in Canada if greater than 100 000 K clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet In Canada 6 ft 1 83m minimum In US 3 ft 91 cm above if within 10 ft 3 m horizontally L...

Page 9: ...hen penetrating ceilings or attic spaces If using a venting configuration of only hori zontal venting with no vertical run a 1 4 rise for every 12 of run toward the termination is required For install...

Page 10: ...sections 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 wa...

Page 11: ...eriorwallwithwoodscrewsprovided see Figure 11 The siding standoff must sit flush against the exterior fascia material 7 Combustible Exterior Wall Only Slidethewall firestop over the vent pipe before c...

Page 12: ...required NOTICE Donotsealtermination cap to vent pipe Cap must be removable for vent inspection and maintenance WARNING Never run vent downward as this may cause excessive temperatures which could ca...

Page 13: ...in None 30 max 54 1 2 min 1 ft 48 max 66 1 2 min 2 ft 60 max 78 1 2 min 3 ft 84 max 90 1 2 min 4 ft 20 max Ground Floor Corner Venting Not to Exceed H Limits SNORKEL TERMINATION INSTALLATION Recommend...

Page 14: ...n Configuration for Venting Using Two 90 Elbows 45 Elbow HORIZONTAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION USING TWO 90 ELBOWS The following configurations show the minimum vertical rise requirements for a horizontal sy...

Page 15: ...above the ceiling is an insulated ceiling or an attic nail firestop from the top side This prevents loose insula tion from falling into the required clearance space Of the area above the ceiling is a...

Page 16: ...irst floor including storage spaces and closets you must enclose pipe You may frame and sheetrock the enclosure with standard construction material Make sure and meet the minimum allowable clearances...

Page 17: ...om0 2000feet USA and elevations from 0 4500 feet Canada Fireplaces for High Altitude models ending in HA are for installation above 4000 feet only These fireplaces are equipped with parts specific for...

Page 18: ...Elbow 7 12 Adjustable Pipe Flue Restrictor Vertical High Wind Termination 2 Pipe 4 Pipe Wall Firestop Storm Collar Roof Flashing 0 12 6 12 26 Screws VKC 58 Corner Vent Kit Galvanized Includes 45 Elbow...

Page 19: ...blower will fit inside the back opening and be held in position against the back wall by the magnets see Figure 26 4 Be certain that all wire terminals are securely attached to terminals on blower mot...

Page 20: ...switch and the white wire to the other remaining blower motor terminal Note The power cord outer insulation sleeve may have to be stripped slightly to allow enough wire length to reach and make all c...

Page 21: ...Variable Fan Switch Fan Switch N O Green White On 110 115 V A C Blower Motor Black Off 1 2 Black Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Location WARNING A qualified service person must connect fireplace...

Page 22: ...ap drip leg in supply line as shown in Figure 32 Lo cate sediment trap drip leg where it is within reach for cleaning Install in piping system between fuel supply and fireplace Locate sediment trap dr...

Page 23: ...eplace or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas fireplace or using compressed air 4 Check all joints of gas supply piping system Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid t...

Page 24: ...hown the switch will not work 2 Route the 25 ft wire through openings pro vided on the sides of the burner system to a convenient location to mount your switch 3 Connect one bare wire end to each of t...

Page 25: ...Removing Louver Panels Remove the top and bottom louver panels by si multaneously pulling both top end spring latches towards the center of the appliance until they are disengaged from the locating ho...

Page 26: ...f the ember material provided 2 Pour lava rock onto plenum but not onto flat burner It is not necessary to use all of the lava rock provided NOTICE Do not put lava rock on burner or under burner Placi...

Page 27: ...which automatically lights the pilot Do not light pilot by hand 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 an...

Page 28: ...1 Turn gas control knob clockwise to the PILOT position 2 Set selector switch in the OFF position MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE 1 Remove glass door see Removing Replacing Glass Door page 25 2 Follow steps...

Page 29: ...emperature by pressing the TEMP or buttons 4 Press the POWER and LOCK buttons together to turn off the fireplace Note Do not leave the hand held remote in the AUTO mode close to the fireplace The radi...

Page 30: ...wer have an ON setting and an OFF setting The blower will only run when the switch is in the ON position In the OFF position the blower will not operate OPERATIng fireplace Continued Note for BKT Only...

Page 31: ...erate fireplace with the glass doorunlatched removed cracked or broken WARNING Do not use abra sivecleanersasthismaydamage glass Use a nonabrasive house holdglasscleanertocleanglass Do not clean glass...

Page 32: ...se a vacuum cleaner to remove any carbon buildup on logs Replace log s if broken See Replacement Parts on page 37 Replace ember material periodically as needed See Replacement Parts on page 37 venting...

Page 33: ...in stalled 5 Depleted gas supply propane LP models only 6 Pilot is clogged 7 Gas regulator setting is not correct REMEDY 1 Reconnect ignitor cable 2 Free ignitor cable if pinched by any metal or tubi...

Page 34: ...2 Clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 31 or replace burner orifice 1 Clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 31 or replace burner orifice 2 Replace damaged burner 3 Replace gas contr...

Page 35: ...at the base of the burner by removing log grate assembly to see that it is NOT packed with any type of material see Installing Brick Liner Models BL42DA SA and BL42DHA SA page 26 for log grate removal...

Page 36: ...pan material OBSERVED 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...

Page 37: ...w propane LP units only You may feel your gas pressure is too low If so contact your local gas supplier Technical Service You may have further questions about installation operation or troubleshooting...

Page 38: ...www desatech com 116239 01G 38 Illustrated Parts Breakdown Models KC42N VKC42N KC42P and VKC42P Series 6 7 20 17 18 13 2 12 19 8 1 4 24 11 9 14 3 16 5 15 21 10 23 22...

Page 39: ...ver Assembly 1 5 108331 02 Bottom Louver Assembly 1 6 Fireplace Top 1 7 Fireplace Top Insulation 1 8 Fireplace Surround 1 9 109082 01 Heat Shield 1 10 116542 01 Burner Assembly Natural Gas See page 40...

Page 40: ...desatech com 116239 01G 40 illustrated parts breakdown Burner assembly for models KC42N VKC42N KC42P AND VKC42P Series 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...

Page 41: ...Line 1 10 108084 02 Pilot Assembly Natural Gas 1 108084 03 Pilot Assembly Propane LP Gas 1 108084 05 Pilot Assembly HA Models 1 11 14389 Natural Gas Valve 1 14390 Propane LP Gas Valve 1 117370 01 Nat...

Page 42: ...ector CIK Not Shown For all models Propane natural gas conversion kit Not Shown IMPORTANT NOT to be used for High Altitude HA Models PCDM 42KC Propane LP Gas NCDM 42KC Natural Gas filigree Face Louver...

Page 43: ...the fireplace to be turned on and off conveniently A wall mounted docking station is included Wall mounted thermostat control kit gwmt1 Not Shown Allows easy wall access for thermostatic operation of...

Page 44: ...ty The heater MUST be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with all local codes and instructions furnished with the unit This warranty does not apply to parts that are not in original cond...

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