Desa VT32N  Series Owner'S Operation And Installation Manual Download Page 18

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FIREPLACE 

INSTALLATION

CHECK GAS TYPE

Use proper gas type for fireplace unit you are 
installing. If your gas supply is not correct, do 
not install fireplace. See retailer where you pur

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chased the fireplace for proper fireplace accord

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ing to your gas type or to purchase gas conver

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sion kit (see 

Accessories

, page 36). A conversion 

kit is supplied with the CHDV32NR.

INSTALLING OPTIONAL BLOWER 

ACCESSORIES

NOTICE: If installing blower in 

an  existing  fireplace  with  gas 

connections, shut off gas sup

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ply and disconnect heater from 

gas supply. Contact a qualified 

service person to do this.

 WARNING: If there is a duplex 

electrical  outlet  installed  in  the 

right  side  of  the  bottom  of  the 

fireplace base area, be sure that 

the electrical power to the outlet is 

turned off before proceeding with 

blower installation. Failure to do 

this may result in serious injury.

Model BK Installation

Follow  all  instructions  provided  in  blower 
accessory kit.
1.  Attach  power  cord  to  blower  motor  by 

firmly pushing two female terminals at end 
of power cord onto two spade terminals 
on blower motor (see Figure 25).

2.  Attach green ground wire from power cord 

to  blower  housing  using  screw  provided 
(see Figure 25). Tighten screws securely.

3.   Place  blower  against  lower  rear  wall  of 

firebox  outer  wrapper  with  exhaust  port 
directed upward. The blower will fit inside 
back opening and be held in position against 
back wall by magnets (see Figure 25).

4.   Be  certain  that  all  wire  terminals  are 

securely attached to terminals on blower 
motor and screw retaining green ground 
wire is tight. 

5.   Mount speed control box to switch bracket 

by  placing  plastic  control  shaft  forward 
through  opening  in  switch  bracket  (see 
Figure 26).

6.   While  supporting  speed  control,  secure 

control shaft with lock nut by pushing and 
turning lock nut with pliers clockwise until 
it is tight against front panel. Place control 
knob provided on shaft.

7.   Turn on power to duplex outlet if previously 

turned off per the warning in column 1.

8.   Plug in blower power cord.

a.  If  your  firebox  is  installed  as  a  free

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standing unit with an accessory man

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tel, determine whether power cord will 
exit  left  side  or  right  side  of  firebox. 
Route  power  cord  through  exit  hole 
and plug power cord into a wall recep

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tacle near firebox.

b.  If your firebox installation is recessed 

and/or pre-wired, plug power cord into 
duplex outlet provided. Refer to your 
firebox owner’s manual for instructions 
on wiring duplex outlet.

  CAUTION:  Never  touch  the 

blower wheel while in operation.

Figure 25 - Blower Model BK

Green 
Ground Wire

Screw

Spade 
Terminals

Magnetic 
Strips

Exhaust 
Port

Side View

Lower Firebox 

Cavity

Blower 
Location

Figure 26 - Attaching Speed Control to 

Firebox

Switch 
Bracket

Locknut

Control 
Shaft

Control 
Knob

Speed 
Control

Blower 
Plug-In

Duplex Outlet 
(Located under-
neath firebox floor 
against lower right 
outside wall)

Summary of Contents for VT32N Series

Page 1: ...her 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 Immediatelycallyourgassupplierfromaneighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must b...

Page 2: ...e must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier WARNING This product contains and or generates chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birthdefects orotherreproduc tive harm IMPORTANT Read this owner s manualcarefullyandcompletely before trying to assemble op erate or service this fireplace Improper use of this fireplace can cause serious injur...

Page 3: ...n be dangerous Do not modify this fireplace under any circum stances Any parts removed for servicingmustbereplacedprior to operating fireplace WARNING This appliance is only for use with the type of gasindicatedontheratingplate Thisapplianceisnotconvertible for use with other gases unless a certified kit is used WARNING Donotuseablow er insert heat exchanger insert orotheraccessorynotapproved for ...

Page 4: ...tional Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 9 Do not use fireplace if any part has been exposed to or under water Immediately call a qualified service person to arrange for replacement of the unit 10 Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken 11 Do not operate fireplace with glass door removed cracked or broken 12 Provide adequate clearances around air openings Figure 1 Tudor Direct Vent Fireplace with...

Page 5: ...h temperatures do not locate this fireplace in high traffic areas windy or drafty areas or near furniture or draperies Proper clearances must be maintained If your fireplace is to be installed directly on carpeting vinyl tile or any combustible ma terial other than wood it must be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the fireplace See Figure 3 Your fireplace is ...

Page 6: ...terials 0 clear ance to combustible materials are for framing purpose only NOTICE This fireplace is in tended for use as supplemental heat Use this fireplace along with your primary heating sys tem Do not install this fireplace as your primary heat source If you have a central heating system you may run system s circulating blower while using fireplace Thiswillhelpcirculate the heat throughout the...

Page 7: ... 000 and 50 000 12 30 cm in Canada if between 10 000 and 100 000 12 30 cm in US 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 clearance above paved side walk or a paved driveway located on public property 84 213 3 cm minimum M clearance under veran...

Page 8: ...pipe components and terminations The venting system must terminate on the outside of the structure and can not be at tached to a chimney or flue system serving a separate solid fuel or gas burning appliance A direct vent appliance must have its own venting system DO NOT common vent this appliance These models are approved to be vented either horizontally through an outside wall or vertically throu...

Page 9: ...t into match ing slots on male ends of adjacent pipes Push pipe sections together and twist one section clockwise approximately one quarter turn until sections are fully locked see Figure 8 Note Horizontal runs of vent must be supported every three feet Use wall straps for this purpose 3 Use a 45 elbow to connect venting sys tem to fireplace flue collar The elbow is designed to be twist locked ont...

Page 10: ...ws provided see Figure 11 Siding standoff must sit flush against exterior fascia material 7 Combustible Exterior Wall Only Slide wall firestop over vent pipe before con necting horizontal run to vent cap see Figure 12 8 Carefully move fireplace with vent as sembly attached toward wall and insert vent pipe into horizontal termination Pipe overlap should be a minimum of 1 1 4 see Figure 13 page 11 9...

Page 11: ...ion 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 cause a fire Operation of improperly installed and main tained venting system could result in serious injury property damage or loss of life GROUND FLOOR INSTALLATION Recommended Applications Installation using cabinet surrounds Through...

Page 12: ...1 2 min None 30 max 51 1 2 min 1 ft 48 max 63 1 2 min 2 ft 60 max 75 1 2 min 3 ft 84 max 87 1 2 min 4 ft 20 max Ground Floor Corner Venting Not to Exceed H Limits SNORKEL TERMINATION INSTALLATION Recommended Applications Installations requiring a vertical rise on building exterior Any installation using snorkel termination to achieve one foot above ground Snorkel terminations are available for ins...

Page 13: ...iguration 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 sys tem using two 90 elbows Venting with Two 90 Elbows Vertical V Horizontal H1 Horizontal H2 5 min 6 max 6 min 12 max 7 min 18 max 8 min 20 max 20 max 20 max Figure 18 Horizontal Termination Configuration fo...

Page 14: ...ould be framed to 10 x 10 inside dimensions as shown in Figure 9 on page 9 using framing lumber the same size as the ceiling joists If the area above the ceiling is an insulated ceiling or attic space nail firestop from the top side This prevents loose insulation from falling into the required clearance space If the area above the ceiling is a living space install firestop below the framed hole Th...

Page 15: ...H2 5 min 2 max 6 min 4 max 7 min 6 max 8 min 8 max 20 max 8 max Figure 21 Vertical Venting Configuration Using Two 90 Elbows with Two Horizontal Runs Vertical Round High Wind Termination Shown Note Install restrictor into inner collar of fireplace as shown 45 Elbow Venting with One 90 Elbow Vertical V Horizontal H 5 min 2 max 6 min 4 max 7 min 6 max 8 min 8 max 20 max 8 max Figure 22 Vertical Vent...

Page 16: ...wn 45 Elbow High Altitude Installation Your DESA Heating LLC direct vent fireplace has been tested and approved for elevations from 0 2 000 feet USA and elevations from 0 4 500 feet Canada When installing this fireplace at an elevation above 2 000 feet in the USA you may need to decrease the input rating by changing the existing burner orifice to a smaller size Re duce input 4 for each 1 000 feet ...

Page 17: ... 2 Pipe 4 Pipe Wall Firestop Storm Collar Roof Flashing 0 12 6 12 26 Screws VKC 47 Corner Vent Kit Galvanized Includes 45 Elbow 7 12 Adjustable Pipe Wall Firestop Horizontal Termination 6 Pipe 90 Elbow 18 Screws Venting Installation Continued Number Description HTK Horizontal Round Termination Kit Includes Round Termination Wall Firestop and 45 Elbow HTKS 47 Horizontal Square Termination Kit Inclu...

Page 18: ... The blower will fit inside backopeningandbeheldinpositionagainst back wall by magnets see Figure 25 4 Be certain that all wire terminals are securely attached to terminals on blower motor and screw retaining green ground wire is tight 5 Mount speed control box to switch bracket by placing plastic control shaft forward through opening in switch bracket see Figure 26 6 While supporting speed contro...

Page 19: ... sense temperature and properly operate Blower will be held in position against back wall by magnets incorporated onto blower housing see Figure 28 4 Be certain that all wire terminals are securely attached to terminals on blower motor and thermal switch and that screw for thermodisc bracket and green ground wire is tight 5 Mount speed control box against mounting plate provided in lower fireplace...

Page 20: ...ave 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 connec tor if allowed by local codes A CSA design certified equipment shutoff valve with 1 8 NPT tap is an acceptable alter native to test gauge connecti...

Page 21: ...ine as shown in Figure 31 Locate sediment trap drip leg where it is within reach for cleaning Install in piping sys tem between fuel supply and fireplace Locate sediment trap drip leg where trapped matter is not likely to freeze A sediment trap traps moisture and contaminants This keeps them from going into fireplace gas controls If sedi ment trap drip leg is not installed or is installed wrong fi...

Page 22: ...ce or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas fireplace or using compressed air 3 Check all joints from propane LP supply tank or gas meter to equipment shutoff valve see Figure 34 or 35 Apply non corrosive leak detection fluid to all joints Bubbles forming show a leak Correct all leaks at once Fireplace Installation Continued Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections ...

Page 23: ...louver and locate the switch bracket on the left 2 Unscrew the switch bracket Lean bracket forward so you are able to access the back of the remote receiver 3 Locate the battery clip mounted on the back of the receiver Slide a 9 volt alkaline battery not included through the clip see Figure 37 4 Attach the terminal wires to the battery 5 Connect wires from receiver to TH and TPTH to control valve ...

Page 24: ...ire assembly glass and frame must be replaced If glass is broken wear gloves and tape the remaining fragments onto the frame 1 Remove screen assembly by pushing the rod either left or right and then down and forward to remove screen rod assembly from the firebox Set assembly aside 2 Lift up on latches to unlock There are two on top of firebox and two below firebox that hold glass door in place see...

Page 25: ...el 7 Install the right brick panel using the same method described 8 Replace deflector shield using screws removed in step 4 9 Install logs lava rock and ember material see Installing Logs Lava Rock and Glow ing Embers 10 Close glass door lock latches on top and bottom of door and replace screen see Removing Replacing Glass Door steps 5 and 6 page 24 11 Close top and bottom louvers Installing logs...

Page 26: ... and grate prongs see Figure 49 This will create glowing ember appear ance as flame touches ember material Do not block air slots by using too much ember material in one area It is not necessary to use all of ember material provided Fireplace Installation Continued 1 2 Figure 44 Installing Log No 1 Figure 45 Installing Log No 2 3 Figure 46 Installing Log No 3 5 6 Figure 48 Installing Logs No 5 and...

Page 27: ...m see Figure 50 5 Slide other end of adjusting plate shim in slot on mitered edge of side trim see Figure 50 Side Trim Mitered Edge Shim Adjusting Plate Set Screws Top Trim Slot Slot Figure 50 Assembling Trim Figure 51 Attaching Trim to Firebox 6 While firmly holding edges of trim together tighten both screws on the adjusting plate using a slotted screwdriver 7 Repeat steps 2 through 6 for other si...

Page 28: ...pped with an igni tion device which automatically lights the pilot Do not try to light 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 and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electric switch do not use any phone in your building Immediate...

Page 29: ...ssory Gas Control Knob in ON Position Variable Control Knob Figure 54 On Off Hand Held Remote Control Unit HRC100 Control Button Indicator Light IMPORTANT Do not leave the selector switch in the REMOTE or ON position when the pilot is not lit This will drain the battery On Off Series Models HRC100 and HRC101 Hold the control button on the hand held remote until burner turns on Hold the con trol bu...

Page 30: ... wall thermostat to desired temperature This thermostat has been electronically cali brated at the factory and requires no adjust ment or leveling Upon installation the thermostat must be al lowed to stabilize at room temperature for a minimum of 30 minutes for proper operation To turn the fireplace off adjust thermostat to the lowest setting and turn the gas control knob back to PILOT The pilot w...

Page 31: ...Figure 57 Typical Flame Pattern Thermocouple Thermopile 1 8 Pilot Burner Piezo Ignitor Figure 56 Pilot Assembly 3 8 to 1 2 Cleaning and Maintenance WARNING Turn off fireplace and let cool before cleaning CAUTION You must keep control areas burners and circulating air passageways of fireplace clean Inspect these areas of fireplace before each use Have fireplace inspected yearly by a qualified servi...

Page 32: ... to remove dust dirt or lint Use a vacuum cleaner or small soft bristled brush to remove excess dust dirt or lint Cleaning and Maintenance Continued logs If you remove logs for cleaning refer to Installing Logs Lava Rock and Glowing Embers page 25 to properly replace logs Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any carbon buildup on logs Replace log s if broken See Replacement Parts on page 37 Replace embe...

Page 33: ...uipment shutoff valve closed 2 Gas control knob not in PILOT position 3 Gas control knob not pressed in while in PILOT position 4 Air in gas lines when in stalled 5 Depleted gas supply pro pane 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 tubing Keep ignitor cable dry 3 Tighten nut holding ...

Page 34: ...d pressure is too low 2 Burner porting or orifice clogged 1 Burner orifice is clogged or damaged 2 Damaged burner 3 Gas regulator defective 1 Residues from manufac turing processes and logs curing REMEDY 1 Press in gas control knob fully 2 After pilot lights keep gas control knob pressed in 30 seconds 3 Fully open equipment shut off valve 4 A Contact local natural or propane LP gas company B Clean...

Page 35: ...installa tion REMEDY 1 Turn gas control knob to LO position and let warm up for a minute 2 Operate burner until air is removed from line Have gas line checked by local propane LP or natural gas company 3 Clean burner see Cleaning and Maintenance page 31 or replace burner orifice 1 Adjust log set so that flame does not excessively im pinge on it 2 Inspect opening at base of burner to see that it is...

Page 36: ...bove 2 Control valve defective 1 Gas leak See Warning statement above 1 Improper log placement 2 Air holes at burner inlet blocked 3 Burner flame holes blocked 4 Improper venting or exces sive blockage 5 Excessive amounts of em bers and pan material REMEDY 1 Locate and correct all leaks see Checking Gas Connec tions page 21 1 Locate and correct all leaks see Checking Gas Connec tions page 21 2 Rep...

Page 37: ...uestions about installa tion operation or troubleshooting If so con tact DESA Heating LLC at 1 866 672 6040 When calling please have your model and serial numbers of your heater ready You can also visit DESA Heating LLC s web site at www desatech com Specifications V T32N R and CHDV32NR Rating 12 000 18 000 Btu Hr Gas Type Natural Ignition Piezo Manifold Pressure 3 5 W C Minimum Inlet Supply Press...

Page 38: ... burner system to be turned on and off with a wall switch Accessories Continued Thermostatically controlled blower kit BKT Provides better heat distribution Blower turns off and on automatically as needed Com plete installation and operation instructions included in this manual Receiver and Hand Held Thermostat Remote Control Kit HRC200 Series Allows the fireplace to be turned on and off convenien...

Page 39: ...ww desatech com 111986 01F 39 Parts Models V T32N V T32NB V T32NR V T32NRB V T32P V T32PB V T32PR V 32PRB AND CHDV32NR 6 7 21 18 19 10 13 2 12 20 8 22 2 22 6 22 4 22 5 22 3 22 1 1 14 9 11 17 15 4 5 16 3 ...

Page 40: ...op 1 7 Fireplace Top Insulation 1 8 Fireplace Surround 1 9 108885 01 Burner Assembly Natural 1 108885 02 Burner Assembly Propane LP 1 10 108890 01 Burner Base Gasket 1 11 108897 01 Rear Refractory Brick Panel B Models Only 1 12 109082 03 Heat Shield 1 13 108901 01 Right Refractory Brick Panel B Models Only 1 14 108901 02 Left Refractory Brick Panel B Models Only 1 15 11418 Push On Nut 2 16 108440 ...

Page 41: ...www desatech com 111986 01F 41 Parts BURNER ASSEMBLY Models V T32N V T32NB V T32NR V T32NRB V T32P V T32PB V T32PR V 32PRB AND CHDV32NR 3 2 1 13 14 18 15 16 4 5 7 8 6 9 12 10 11 17 19 ...

Page 42: ...89 Millivolt Valve Natural Gas 1 14390 Millivolt Valve Propane LP Gas 1 117370 01 Millivolt Valve NG High Altitude 1 6 14492 Piezo Ignitor 1 7 14500 Brass Fitting 2 8 14253 Flexible Connector 1 9 14511 Ignitor Bracket 1 10 14528 Brass Elbow Fitting 1 11 104506 25 Orifice Natural 47 1 104506 02 Orifice Propane LP 55 1 12 104509 02 Aluminum Tubing Assembly 1 13 26808 Valve Bracket 1 14 26827 Switch ...

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Page 44: ...pproved by DESA Heating LLC Warranty parts must be obtained through authorized dealers of this prod uct and or DESA Heating LLC who will provide original factory replacement parts Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty Travel handling transportation diagnostic material labor and incidental costs associated with warranty repairs unless expressly covered by this warran...

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