Desa VTGF33NR Page 41 Owner'S Operation And Installation Manual Download

Page: 41 / 50

108117

For more information, visit www.desatech.com

PARTS LIST

Firebox

VTGF33NR and VTGF33PR

KEY
NO.

PART NUMBER

DESCRIPTION

QTY.

101357-01

Top Outer Casing

103207-01

Outer Casing

102758-02CK

Right Front Side

102759-02CK

Left Front Side

098304-01

Phillips Pan Head Screw, #10

101351-01CK

Top Front

102455-02

Louver

101353-01CK

Middle Front Rail

101712-03

Firebox Hood

101348-01

Firebox Support

099230-01

Shoulder Screw

101872-03

Firebox Top

101346-01

Outer Base

101838-03CJ

Firebox Wrapper

101514-01

Cover

M11084-26

Hex Screw, #10

098304-03

Phillips Pan Head Screw, #8

101727-03

Screen Assembly

104313-01

Hinge, Pin

104313-02

Hinge, Pin

M10908-2

Screw, Slotted Hex Head Tapping

PARTS AVAILABLE — NOT SHOWN

100639-01

Caution Decal

103590-01

Decal Strip

PARTS LIST

FIREBOX
VTGF33NR AND VTGF33PR

This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When
ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement
Parts on page 32 of this manual.

Summary of Contents for VTGF33NR

Page 1: ...eperformedbyaquali fied installer service agency or the gas supplier WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures For assis tanceoradditionalinformationcon sult a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier WARNING Thisisanunventedgas fired heater It...

Page 2: ...tterns Ceiling fans can create drafts that alter burner flame patterns Altered burner patterns can cause sooting WARNING Do not use a blower insert heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with this fireplace 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 material on or near...

Page 3: ...s fireplace needs fresh air ventilation to run properly This fireplace has an Oxygen Depletion Sensing ODS safety shutoff system The ODS shuts down the fireplace if not enough fresh air is available See Air for Combustion and Ventilation pages 5 through 7 If fireplace keeps shutting off see Trouble shooting pages 29 through 31 10 Do not run fireplace where flammable liquids or vapors are used or s...

Page 4: ...s no heat loss out a vent or up a chimney Heat is generated by both realistic flames and glowing embers When used without the optional blower the fireplace requires no electricity making it ideal for emergency backup heat SAFETY DEVICE This fireplace has a pilot with an Oxygen Depletion Sensing ODS safety shutoff system The ODS pilot is a required feature for vent free room heaters The ODS system ...

Page 5: ...ss provisions are provided for adequate combus tion and ventilation air Read the following instruc tions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel burning appliances in your home Unusually tight construction is defined as construction where a walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm 6 x 10 11 kg per pa sec m2 or ...

Page 6: ...Btu Hr maximum the space can support 73 000 Btu Hr actual amount of Btu Hr used The space in the above example is a confined space because the actual Btu Hr used is more than the maximum Btu Hr the space can support You must provide additional fresh air Your options are as follows WARNING If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that defined as an uncon fined space or if the...

Page 7: ...fied service person must in stall fireplace Follow all local codes WARNING Never install the fireplace in a bedroom or bathroom in a recreational vehicle where curtains furniture clothing or other flam mable objects are less than 42 inches from the front top or sides of the fireplace in high traffic areas in windy or drafty areas NOTICE This heater is intended for use as supple mental heat Use thi...

Page 8: ...ALLATION Check Gas Type Electrical Hookup Installation Clearances Installation Sequence Removing Fireplace Screen And Floor Assembly INSTALLATION SEQUENCE After unpacking fireplace see Unpacking page 4 we suggest that you install your fireplace system in the following sequence 1 Removal of fireplace floor assembly required 2 Electrical connections for power cord required 3 Relocating wall switch o...

Page 9: ...trical connections Figure 7 Routing Power Cord Power Cord Bushings Hole in Floor Support Bracket Hole in Outer Casing RELOCATING WALL SWITCH Note The decorative wall switch plate supplied is white The wall switch plate may be painted to match your decor The push button switch and decorative wall plate assembly sup plied with your fireplace is pre mounted at the factory in the lower cavity of the f...

Page 10: ... Firebox Bottom Wall Switch Plate Assy Hole in Outer Casing Hole in Floor Support Bracket Mounting Wall Switch to Wall for Recessed Fireplace 7 Create three openings on wall according to Template 1 page 45 This is best done by making a pattern to work with on your wall Carefully cut page 45 46 from manual and tape paper template vertically onto wall at preferred location Pierce the paper at the ce...

Page 11: ...he rectangle may be round IMPORTANT Do not exceed the size of the rectangle on template 12 Carefully pass switch plate assembly through rectangular open ing from inside mantel see Figure 13 13 Position switch plate assembly vertically over opening with decal lettering upright Make sure wires freely pass through wall without binding Align holes in wall plate with 1 8 pilot holes in mantel wall 14 D...

Page 12: ...fiedinstallermustmakeallelectricalconnections 9 Check to make sure that all electrical cords are completely clear of the blower wheel and that there are no other foreign objects in blower wheel Turn blower on and check for opera tion Turn blower off by rotating knob fully counterclockwise before continuing INSTALLATION Installing Variable Speed Blower Accessory Cont INSTALLATION Continued CAUTION ...

Page 13: ...talled see Removing Fireplace Screen and Floor Assembly page 8 NOTICE Shut off gas supply and disconnect heater from gas supply if installing blower in previously installedfireplace Contactaqualifiedserviceperson to do this INSTALLING THERMOSTATIC BLOWER ACCESSORY 2 Using screw provided attach green ground wire from speed control cord to blower housing Tighten screw securely see Figure 18 3 Place ...

Page 14: ...exit see Figures 21 and 22 Route power cord through plastic bushings and plug the power cord into a prop erly grounded three prong wall receptacle near the firebox b If your fireplace system installation is recessed and if an outlet is not installed in your fireplace you must install the GA3555 Outlet kit with cover in your fireplace which will supply a convenient 3 prong grounded electrical outle...

Page 15: ...rn on and off at the same time The fireplace may run for several minutes before the blower turns on After the heater modulates to the pilot position the blower will continue to run The blower will shut off after the firebox temperature decreases It is safe to operate fireplace with blower turned off However the blower helps distribute heated air from the fireplace Note Periodically check the louve...

Page 16: ...in areas Check your local codes Use pipe of 1 2 diameter or greater to allow proper gas volume to fireplace If pipe is too small undue loss of volume will occur Figure 24 External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down Propane LP Supply Tank External Regulator Vent Pointing Down Figure 25 Gas Connection Purchase the optional CSA design certified equipment shutoff valve from your dealer See Accessories ...

Page 17: ...lve Provided by Installer Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System Test Pressures In Excess Of 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Disconnect appliance with its appliance main gas valve con trol valve and equipment shutoff valve from gas supply pip ing system Pressures in excess of 1 2 psig will damage fire place gas regulator 2 Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve was connected 3 Pressurize...

Page 18: ...ssory against wall at installation loca tion Cut an access hole in hearth top to run flexible gas line to fireplace see Figure 30 Make sure to locate access hole so cabinet mantel will cover it when installed Note You can secure base to floor using wood screws Countersink screw heads and putty over 5 Route flexible gas line through access hole in hearth base 6 Center cabinet mantel on hearth base ...

Page 19: ...he clearances shown in Figure 37 page 20 Follow the instructions below to install the fireplace in this manner Actual Framing Height 32 3 8 33 Front Width 34 5 16 35 1 2 Depth 16 11 16 17 3 4 1 Frame in rough opening Use dimensions shown in Figure 34 for the rough opening If installing in a corner use dimensions shown in Figure 35 for the rough opening The height is 33 which is the same as the wal...

Page 20: ...ombustible Material May Project Off this Surface above the Firebox Hood Mantel Shelf 13 16 19 21 2 1 2 6 8 10 Note All vertical measurements are from top of fireplace hood opening to bottom of mantel shelf These minimum clearances replace any other recommended clearances supplied with your ANSI Z21 11 2 approved gas logs Wall board or facing material above firebox may be of combustible material in...

Page 21: ...tact any log If so reposition logs ac cording to the log installation instructions in this manual Flames contacting logs will create soot INSTALLING LOGS VTGF33NR VTGF33PR Each log is marked with a number These numbers will help you identify the log when installing It is very important to install these logs exactly as instructed Do not modify logs Only use logs supplied with heater 1 Place front l...

Page 22: ...ogs exactly as instructed Do not modify logs Only use logs supplied with heater 1 Locate pegs on the bottom of back log 1 Slide these pegs into the holes in the grate base behind the burner see Figure 45 2 Place the base of the middle log 2 in the U shaped slots of the grate base in front of the back log The cutout on the right of the middle log should fit over the burner see Figure 46 Make sure t...

Page 23: ...e grate fingers Make sure the notches of the front log line up with the grate fingers see Figure 51 4 Place crossover log 4 onto the peg right on back log 2 and into the recess of the middle log 1 see Figure 52 WARNING Failure to position the parts in accor dance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury...

Page 24: ...w these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing prop erty damage personal injury or loss of life A This appliance has a pilot which lights automatically when using the supplied wall switch or remote control If you have a power outage the pilot may be lighted by hand with push button piezo ignitor When lighting the pilot the fol lowing warnings must be followed B BEFORE LIGHTING...

Page 25: ...igure 55 Control Locations Manual Ignition Bypass Switch Up is for Remote Control ON OFF Button HI LO Button Wall Switch LED B Using Hand Held Wireless Remote Control 1 Set manual ignition bypass switch on control panel to OFF position automatic ignition position 2 Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Smell for gas around heater and near floor If you smell gas STOP Fol low B in the safety info...

Page 26: ...l attempts to light the pilot fail contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs 8 When thermocouple is heated release override handle The main burner will immediately light on high flame Adjust flame size by turning override handle OPERATING FIREPLACE Manual Lighting Instructions for Electrical Power Outage To Turn Off Gas To Appliance Optional Blower Operation OPERATING FIREPLAC...

Page 27: ...sent If so turn off heater and let cool Remove blockage Blocked burner flame holes may create soot Figure 59 Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Natural Gas Pilot Assy Shown Figure 60 Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern Natural Gas Pilot Assy Shown Thermocouple Pilot Burner Thermocouple Pilot Burner FRONT BURNER FLAME PATTERN VTGF33 SERIES ONLY Figure 61 shows correct front burner flame pattern Figure 62 shows ...

Page 28: ...allow the proper amount of air to mix with the gas This provides a clean burning flame Keep these holes clear of dust dirt lint and pet hair Clean these air inlet holes prior to each heating season Blocked air holes will create soot We recommend that you clean the unit every three months during operation and have heater inspected yearly by a qualified service person We also recommend that you keep...

Page 29: ... cord is plugged into electrical outlet and outlet has power 5 Reconnect ignitor cable 6 Replace ignitor cable 7 Replace electrode 8 Replace ODS pilot 1 Make sure power cord is plugged into an electrical outlet and outlet has power 2 Place manual ignition bypass switch in OFF position 3 Check continuity of wall switch wire harness Make sure plug on wall switch wire harness is fully inserted into s...

Page 30: ...ing and Maintenance page 28 or replace ODS pilot assembly 6 Replace gas regulator 1 Turn control knob fully counterclock wise 2 After ODS pilot lights hold control knob for 30 seconds 3 Fully open equipment shutoff valve 4 A Contact local natural or propane LP gas company B Clean ODS pilot see Cleaning and Maintenance page 28 or replace ODS pilot assembly 5 Hand tighten until snug then tighten 1 4...

Page 31: ...hinburner box or on adjacent walls or furniture REMEDY 1 This is common with most fireplaces If noise is excessive contact qualified ser vice person 1 Open window and ventilate room Stop using odor causing products while fire place is running 2 Locate and correct all leaks see Check ing Gas Connections pages 17 and 18 1 Open window and or door for ventilation 2 Contact local gas company 3 Clean OD...

Page 32: ...s Technical Service Department at 1 866 672 6040 You can also visit DESA International s technical service web site at www desatech com REPLACEMENT PARTS Note Use only original replacement parts This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty PARTS UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product If they can t supply original replacement part s call DESA Interna...

Page 33: ...er operation the wires must be connected exactly as shown in wiring diagram See page 35 for number key WIRING DIAGRAM EFP33NR EFP33PR AND CGEFP33NR CGEFP33PR Note For proper operation the wires must be connected exactly as shown in wiring diagram See page 35 for number key 31 18 30 37 43 17 36 35 5 27 39 40 20 31 18 30 37 43 17 36 35 5 27 39 40 20 ...

Page 34: ...2 24 43 39 13 31 30 11 10 7 38 5 27 26 6 13 15 32 14 18 37 28 33 20 21 19 35 36 9 17 29 34 22 25 16 8 1 2 4 3 40 44 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN REMOTE CONTROL LOG BASE ASSEMBLY EFP33PR NR AND CGEFP33PR NR CGEFP33PR SHOWN ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Remote Control Log Base Assembly EFP33PR NR and CGEFP33PR NR ...

Page 35: ...1 102445 01 Piezo Ignitor 1 19 102334 01 102334 01 Palnut Fastener 1 20 107562 01 107562 01 Switch and Wire Assembly 1 21 107685 01 107685 01 Bracket Switch and Piezo 1 22 101628 03 101628 03 Flexible Connector 1 23 098544 01 098544 01 Wire Support Clip 1 24 099415 13 099415 13 Pressure Regulator Propane LP 1 099415 12 099415 12 Pressure Regulator Natural 1 25 097809 03 097809 03 Fitting 3 8 Flare...

Page 36: ...tech com For more information visit www desatech com 36 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Firebox EFP33PR NR and CGEFP33PR NR ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FIREBOX EFP33PR NR AND CGEFP33PR NR 1 2 3 4 10 16 8 11 14 14 14 6 7 12 14 14 13 5 14 9 9 19 5 15 ...

Page 37: ...1 101357 03 Top Outer Casing 1 2 103207 01 Outer Casing 1 3 102758 02CK Right Front Side 1 4 102759 02CK Left Front Side 1 5 098304 01 Phillips Pan Head Screw 10 9 6 104239 01CK Top Front Louver 1 7 101712 02 Firebox Hood 1 8 101348 01 Firebox Support 2 9 099230 02 Shoulder Screw 4 10 101872 03 Firebox Top 1 11 101346 01 Outer Base 1 12 101838 03 Firebox Wrapper 1 13 101514 01 Cover 1 14 M11084 26...

Page 38: ...ATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Remote Control Log Base Assembly VTGF33PR and VTGF33NR 6 6 16 14 15 15 1a 1b 2 4 3 23 41 42 24 39 13 31 30 46 32 18 37 28 33 20 21 19 35 36 17 29 34 22 25 47 45 40 44 5 27 26 7 6 38 43 9 12 10 11 8 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN REMOTE CONTROL LOG BASE ASSEMBLY VTGF33PR AND VTGF33NR SHOWN ...

Page 39: ...an 1 17 107559 01 Gas Control Valve Natural 1 107559 02 Gas Control Valve Propane LP 1 18 102445 01 Piezo Ignitor 1 19 102334 01 Palnut Fastener 1 20 107562 01 Switch and Wire Assembly 1 21 107685 01 Bracket Switch and Piezo 1 22 101628 03 Flexible Connector 1 23 098544 01 Wire Support Clip 1 24 099415 12 Pressure Regulator Natural 1 099415 13 Pressure Regulator Propane LP 1 25 097809 03 Fitting 3...

Page 40: ...ch com For more information visit www desatech com 40 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Firebox VTGF33NR and VTGF33PR ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN FIREBOX VTGF33NR AND VTGF33PR 1 2 3 4 6 12 18 10 7 13 16 16 16 7 17 14 5 16 16 15 8 9 11 11 11 19 20 21 21 ...

Page 41: ...od 1 10 101348 01 Firebox Support 2 11 099230 01 Shoulder Screw 4 12 101872 03 Firebox Top 1 13 101346 01 Outer Base 1 14 101838 03CJ Firebox Wrapper 1 15 101514 01 Cover 1 16 M11084 26 Hex Screw 10 57 17 098304 03 Phillips Pan Head Screw 8 4 18 101727 03 Screen Assembly 1 19 104313 01 Hinge Pin 1 20 104313 02 Hinge Pin 1 21 M10908 2 Screw Slotted Hex Head Tapping 4 PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN 10063...

Page 42: ...own For all models Optionalwithbuilt ininstallation Providesafinished appearance covering rough and or unfinished mantel or wall opening edges etc Included with mantel accessory INFORMATION VIDEO 108917 01 For all models A care and maintenance video is available by calling 1 866 672 6040 CORNER MANTEL ACCESSORY WITH FIREPLACE PERIMETER BRASS TRIM GMC36F Series Walnut Finished Birch Veneer GMC37U S...

Page 43: ...e problems This kit gives you the tools and instructions to make it easy to clean all critical areas of your appliance CORNER HEARTH BASE G3008F Series Walnut Finished G3009U Series Unfinished G3010F Series Oak Finished For all models The corner hearth base is designed for use with the corner mantels to create a handsome riser for the fireplace Dimensions HxWxD 6 x 52 1 2 x 23 3 4 QQQQ QQQQ QQQQ Q...

Page 44: ..._____________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________...

Page 45: ... more information visit www desatech com 45 45 Template 1 Relocating Wall Switch to Hollow Room Wall Template2 RelocatingWallSwitchtoSideWallof Mantel 4 3 4 4 3 4 3 3 4 3 8 3 3 4 3 8 3 16 3 4 3 4 3 8 Diameter 2 Holes 1 8 Diameter 2 Holes CUT HERE TEMPLATES ...

Page 46: ...108117 For more information visit www desatech com For more information visit www desatech com 46 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK ...

Page 47: ...ed 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 49 999 50 000 to 74 999 75 000 to 99 999 100 000 and Over 15 Store where product was purchased Name ______________________________________ City _______________________ State __________ 16 In choosing t...

Page 48: ...108117 For more information visit www desatech com For more information visit www desatech com 48 2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 Postage Required TM ...

Page 49: ..._______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________...

Page 50: ...2701 Industrial Drive P O Box 90004 Bowling Green KY 42102 9004 www desatech com 108117 01 Rev E 02 02 NOT A UPC 108117 01 TM ...

Search results

Summary of Contents for VTGF33NR

Reviews:

Related manuals for VTGF33NR

Brands by name

Popular brands

Desa VTGF33NR, Owner'S Operation And Installation Manual

Search results

Summary of Contents for VTGF33NR

Reviews:

Related manuals for VTGF33NR

Brands by name

Popular brands