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VDVF36PN/PP (PENINSULA) AND VDVF36STN/STP (SEE-THRU)

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This book is valuable. In addition to instructing
you on how to install and maintain your appli-
ance, it also contains information that will
enable you to obtain replacement parts or
optional accessory items when needed. Keep
it with your other important papers.

(Peninsula
Shown)

DIRECT-VENT GAS
FIREPLACE HEATER

OWNER’S OPERATION AND
INSTALLATION MANUAL

WARNING: If the information in these instructions
is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal injury,
or loss of life.

— 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 qualified installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.

WARNING: Improper installation,
adjustment, alteration, service, or
maintenance to this appliance  can
cause injury or property damage.
For assistance or additional infor-
mation consult a qualified installer,
service agency, or the gas supplier.

WARNING: This Direct-Vent Gas
Fireplace Heater series is intended
for use with natural or propane/LP
gas only. Do not attempt to burn any
solid fuels in these appliances.

This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*, permanently located, manufactured
(mobile) home, where not prohibited by 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.

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

For more information, visit www.desatech.com

For more information, visit www.desatech.com

CHECK LOCAL CODES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION

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Summary of Contents for Vanguard VDVF36PN

Page 1: ...u cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier WARNING Improper installation adjustmen...

Page 2: ...Surround Left Side Surround Right Side Surround Alternate Gas Supply Inlets Rating Plate Location PRODUCT DIMENSIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS PRODUCT DIMENSIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS PRODUCT DIMENSIONS 2 GLOSSA...

Page 3: ...nlets Figure 2 VDVF36STN STP See Thru Dimensions GLOSSARY OF TERMS Chase A box like enclosure to protect venting from the elements when the venting run is on the outside of a structure Mastic A pliabl...

Page 4: ...f the appliance or flow of venti lation air Keep the control compartments accessible Models VDVF36PN PP series are three sided direct vent gas fire place heaters with a sealed combustion chamber Model...

Page 5: ...ning of the appliance with any type of facing material PRE INSTALLATION PREPARATION CEILING WALL 36 91cm Min 36 91cm Min 0 Floor 0 36 91cm 2 5cm Wall In Front Of Glass 36 91cm Min Perpendicular Wall 2...

Page 6: ...in 21 53 3cm Min 15 38 1cm Min 4 10 2cm Min 7 17 8cm Min 1 1 2 3 8cm Min UNIT Spacer 2 x 4 Combustible Material May Be Used Drywall Gypsum Board Sheetrock Etc Safe Zone for Projection of Combustible M...

Page 7: ...nt terminal with 450 F 232 C heat resis tant paint to coordinate with the exterior finish There must not be any obstruction such as bushes garden sheds fences decks or utility buildings within 24 from...

Page 8: ...ance above paved side walk or a paved driveway located on public property 84 inches 213 4cm minimum M clearance under veranda porch deck 12 inches 30 5cm minimum N clearance above a roof shall extend...

Page 9: ...quire a minimum clearance of 2 from the top of the pipe and 1 minimum to the sides and bottom Vertical sections of this system require a minimum of 1 clearance to combustible materials on all sides of...

Page 10: ...ARNING Do not recess vent terminal into a wall or siding Snorkel terminations are available for terminations requiring a vertical rise on the exterior of the building see Figures 14 and 15 Snorkel kit...

Page 11: ...ble ExteriorWall For vinyl siding stucco or wood exteriors a siding standoff must be installed between the vent cap and exterior wall The siding standoff prevents excessive heat from damaging siding m...

Page 12: ...elbow 61 5 min 34 max 73 5 min 58 max 85 5 min 10 max 102 5 min 20 max Horizontal Venting See information in Figure 21 for Vertical V and Horizontal H maximums and minimums The same amounts apply for...

Page 13: ...from falling into the required clearance space Otherwise install firestop below the framed hole The firestop should be installed with no less than three nails per side see Figure 25 2 Assemble the des...

Page 14: ...Make sure and meet the minimum allowable clearances to combustibles Donotfillanyoftherequiredairspaceswithinsulation Cathedral Ceiling Installation 1 Remove shingles or other roof covering as necessa...

Page 15: ...Venting V 30 max Figure 31 Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration With No Horizontal Run Figure 30 Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration Using Two 90 Elbows RVF Kit Shown 45 Starter Elbow Required VENTIN...

Page 16: ...Support 6 pcs D3070 RectangularHorizontalRigidVentTerminationCap D3090 Cathedral Ceiling Support Box D4000 Roof Flashing 6 12 9 12 D4010 Roof Flashing 9 12 12 12 D4020 Flex Connector 6 pcs D4030 Flex...

Page 17: ...TPTH 5 Locate the battery clip mounted on the back of the receiver see Figure 36 6 Slide 9 volt battery not included through the clip 7 Attach the terminal wires to the battery see Figure 36 8 Replac...

Page 18: ...K UP Figure 38 Typical Exterior Wall Gas Shutoff Installation WARNING Gas line hookup should be done by your gas supplier or a qualified service person WARNING Before you proceed make sure your gas su...

Page 19: ...in WC Max Supply Pressure 10 5 in WC 13 0 in WC 70 Efficiency flue loss calculation For the purpose of input adjustment INSTALLATION Gas Line Hook Up Cont Gas Supply Testing Installing Log Set Pilot G...

Page 20: ...roper settings for the thermopileheightshouldbeatadistanceof3 8 to1 2 fromthepilot flame as shown in Figure 47 Figure 47 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern 1 8 0 3cm 3 8 1 2 95cm 1 3cm Left Right Back Front...

Page 21: ...e each maintenance session CAUTION The appliance and logs can get very hot Handle only when cool WARNING Turn off gas and wall switch before servicing appliance Any safety screen or guard re moved for...

Page 22: ...abuse glass doors Do not operate appliance with panel s and glass removed cracked orbroken Replacementofthepanel s should be done by a licensed qualified service person GLASS DOOR PANELS Any househol...

Page 23: ...ILOT Position O F F P I L O T ON L O H I PILOT E A 16AI 7 TPTH TP TH Position Indicator Gas Control Knob OPTIONAL REMOTE OPERATION Note All remote control accessories must be purchased sepa rately see...

Page 24: ...TS When Gas Pressure Is Too Low pilot will not stay lit burner will have delayed ignition fireplace will not produce specified heat propane LP gas supply may be low You may feel your gas pressure is t...

Page 25: ...before trying to light the fireplace 3 Remove debris and dirt inspect and clean any other possible obstructions 4 Contact your gas supplier 5 Refer to section on pilot lighting 6 Have a qualified tech...

Page 26: ...or partially clogged pilot 5 Thermocouple connection loose at con trol valve 6 Thermocouple damaged 7 Control valve damaged REMEDY 1 Turn on gas supply or open equipment shutoff valve 2 Turn control k...

Page 27: ...r a minute 2 Operate burner until air is removed from line Have gas line checked by local gas company 3 Clean burner or replace burner orifice 1 Adjust the log set so that the flame does not excessive...

Page 28: ...le or thermocouple 8 Improper vent cap installation 1 Gas leak See Warning statement above 2 Control valve defective 1 Gas leak See Warning statement above 1 Improper log placement 2 Air holes at burn...

Page 29: ...94 01 27241 PILOT ASSEMBLY Natural 105883 01 25701 Propane LP 105883 02 25702 If in need of replacing have a qualified technician replace it WALL SWITCH KIT 105742 01 22180 Wall Switch 105902 01 14112...

Page 30: ...S Front Bottom 105886 01 25854 Left Right Bottom 105887 01 25856 Rear 105888 01 25855 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST Continued Front Bottom Left Right Bottom Rear Used for Peninsula and See Thru PIEZO IGNITOR...

Page 31: ...ted 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 35 000 to...

Page 32: ...105706 01B For more information visit www desatech com For more information visit www desatech com 32 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 Postage Required TAPE TAPE...

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Page 34: ...or transportation 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 GOVERN...

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