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GLOSSARY: 
 

a)

 

Flush Installations – a type of installation where the front 
face of the fireplace is even or leveled with the wall. 

 
b)

 

Chase Installation – a type of installation where the 
chimney is enclosed.  

 
 
c)

 

Perpendicular Side Wall – applies to the minimum 
clearance between the sidewall and fireplace opening. 

 
 
d)

 

Combustible Material – a type of material that is 
flammable. 

 
 
e)

 

Nailing Flange – the extended part on both sides of the 
fireplace face that secures the fireplace. 

 
 
f)

 

Termination – a cap that is placed at the end of the 
chimney pipe. 

 
 
 

g)

 

Outside Air Kit – a combustion air inlet that allows 
combustion air to enter the firebox area through a duct. 

 
 
h)

 

K-Factor – the thermal conductivity value that is given to 
a particular material. 

 

 
 
INTRODUCTION: 

 
This fireplace model is a wood burning fireplace intended and 
approved for installation in either residential homes or 
buildings of standard construction.  This fireplace system 
requires the utilization of DESA 8 inch, double-wall, and 
snap-lock flue pipe system.  Optional glass doors in several 
finishes are available for this fireplace (See Replacement and  
Accessories parts on page 11). 
 

BEFORE YOU BEGIN: 

 
Before beginning the installation of your fireplace, read these 
instructions: 
 

 

All DESA components and fireplaces are safe when 
installed according to this manual.  Use of any 
components that have not been designed and tested for 
this fireplace system may cause a fire hazard. 

 

The DESA warranty will be voided by and DESA 
disclaims any responsibility for the following actions: 
a)

 

Modification of the fireplace, components, doors, 
chimney system, air inlet system, damper control, etc. 

b)

 

Use of any component part not manufactured or 
approved by DESA in combination with a DESA 
fireplace system. 

 

PROPER INSTALLATION is the most important step in 
ensuring safe and continuous operation of this fireplace. 
 

SELECTING LOCATION: 

 
To determine the safest and most efficient location for your 
fireplace, consider the following guidelines: 

 

The location must allow for all proper clearances (see 
page 3). 

 

The location should be in a place where the fireplace will 
not be affected by drafts such as air condition ducts, 
windows or doors. 

 

A location that avoids the cutting of joists or roof rafters 
makes installation easier. 

 

If an outside air kit is to be installed, accessibility to 
outside combustion air must be considered.  In some 
cases, this can be achieved through a vented crawl space.  
For more details, see section on outside air kit installation 
on page 4. 

 

If a gas line is to be installed, consider the location of gas 
supply. 

 
 
 

WARNING:  SAFETY INFORMATION 

 

 

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

 

Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be 
located out of traffic and away from furniture and 
draperies. 

 

Do not place clothing or other flammable materials on 
or near the appliance. 

 

NEVER leave children unattended when a fire is 
burning in the fireplace. 

 

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, services 
or maintenance can cause injury, property damage, or 
loss of life.  Refer to this manual for assistance or 
additional information.  Consult a qualified installer or 
local distributor. 

 

Check local and applicable codes before installing this 
fireplace. 

 

This wood burning fireplace complies with the 

UL

127

 standard as a FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE. 

 

Do not install a fireplace insert in this firebox unless 
the manufacturer’s instructions with the insert 
specifically state this firebox has been tested for use 
with the insert. 

 

This fireplace is not intended to be used as a substitute 
for a furnace to heat an entire home.  Use for 
supplementary heating only. 

 

This model is not for use in manufactured housing 
(mobile homes). 

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Summary of Contents for VANGUARD V36NCL

Page 1: ...ted VI36NCL Left Side Opening Fully Insulated INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS This Fireplace is approved for use as a Wood Burning Fireplace or for use with a vented gas log approved to ANS Z21 60 Z21 84 or...

Page 2: ...HE FIREPLACE PG 3 8 HEARTH EXTENSION PG 3 9 OUTSIDE AIR KIT PG 4 10 GAS LINE INSTALLATION PG 4 11 VENT FREE GAS LOG INSTALLATION PG 5 12 COLD CLIMATE INSTALLATIONS PG 5 13 CHIMNEY PIPE PG 6 7 14 PENET...

Page 3: ...ON is the most important step in ensuring safe and continuous operation of this fireplace SELECTING LOCATION To determine the safest and most efficient location for your fireplace consider the followi...

Page 4: ...n hearth extensions not supplied and under the bottom front edge of the fireplace to protect against glowing embers falling through If the fireplace is to be installed on a raised platform a Z type em...

Page 5: ...ssed through an exterior wall Model AK4 or a vented crawl space Model AK4F See figure 5 and Accessories on page 11 Avoid installing outside air eyebrow in areas where inlet opening may be blocked by s...

Page 6: ...talled when using an unvented gas log set see accessories on page 11 VENTED GAS LOG INSTALLATION If you install a decorative gas appliance vented gas log the decorative gas appliance must comply with...

Page 7: ...ipe segments planned for maximum adaptability to individual site requirements Actual lengths gained lineal gain after fitting overlaps must be taken into consideration see figure 11 Each double wall c...

Page 8: ...c space as required by most codes When the double wall pipe passes through a framed opening into an attic space the firestop must be place into the attic floor as in figure 15 When the pipe passes thr...

Page 9: ...he correct opening length and flashing required STEP 4 Remove the shingles around the opening measured and cut out this section STEP 5 Add the next sections of the pipe until the end penetrates the ro...

Page 10: ...r chase and ETL 8DM for chase style termination only Figure 21 shows an RTL 8DM round top termination FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THE TERMINATION BEING USED CHASE INSTALLATIONS...

Page 11: ...t 9 inches above the opening of the fireplace see figure 24 Combustible materials above 9 inches and projecting more than 1 inches from the front face of the fireplace must be place at least 12 inches...

Page 12: ...www desatech com Desa International 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90024 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 www desatech com 800 323 5190 ACCESSORY PARTS REPLACEMENT PARTS CONTACT YOUR LOCAL DEALER CONTACT YO...

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