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WARNING: If the information in this manual 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 quali

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fied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE

OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

PENINSULA MODELS (V)DVF36

TPNA-A(-HA)/TPNPA-A/TPNEA-A/TPNPEA-A

SEE-THRU MODELS (V)DVF36

TSTA-A(-HA)/TSTPA-A/TSTEA-A/TSTPEA-A

Peninsula Model 

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Summary of Contents for VVF36

Page 1: ...witch 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 In...

Page 2: ...y solid fuels in these appliances State of Massachusetts The installation must be made by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts WARNING Thisproductcon tainsand orgenera...

Page 3: ...gerous Do not modify this fireplace under any circum stances Any parts removed for servicingmustbereplacedprior to operating fireplace DANGER Carbonmonoxide poisoning may lead to death Before beginnin...

Page 4: ...rmance problems do not use propane LP fuel tank of less than 100 lbs capacity 2 If you smell gas shut off gas supply do not try to light any appliance do not touch any electrical switch do not use any...

Page 5: ...2 3 22 5 8 34 3 4 TOP VIEW Left Side Right Side Front Back 24 1115 16 101 2 11 2 11 2 111 8 Figure 1 Peninsula Dimensions Figure 2 See Thru Dimensions 10 Do not operate fireplace with glass door remo...

Page 6: ...ments Determine the safest and most efficient loca tion for your DESA Heating LLC direct vent fireplace Make sure that rafters and wall studs are not in the way of the venting system Choose a location...

Page 7: ...gure 5 Minimum Clearances See Thru Shown Combustible Material Drywall 2 x 4 Stud Minimum 1 Clearance from Side Only for See Thru Framing Once final location has been determined observing clearances fo...

Page 8: ...0 Square Min Figure 12 Rough Opening for Installing Exterior Vent Terminal Vertical Height Depends on Installation 26 3 8 Horizontal Length Depends on Installation 90o Elbow 45o Elbow Figure 13 Vent O...

Page 9: ...These models are approved for use with DESAHeating LLC 58 Series rigid type direct vent pipe as supplied by DESA Heating LLC or with approved types of flexible vent pipe not supplied when appropriate...

Page 10: ...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 c...

Page 11: ...stance from fireplace flue outlet to ceiling Add ceiling thickness vertical rise in an attic or second story and allow for sufficient vent height above roof line You may use one or two 90 elbows in th...

Page 12: ...ng codes Note When installing in a chase you should insulate the chase as you would the outside walls of your home This is especially im portant in cold climates Minimum clearance between vent pipes a...

Page 13: ...are hole through combustible exterior wall 8 1 2 diameter hole if non combustible Frame as necessary Figure 17 Vent Pipe Connections Male Slots Female Locking Lugs Rigid Vent Pipe 4 Three types of ven...

Page 14: ...n at unit is tight and does not come loose before unit is nailed to framing Square vent or long vent configuration Vent pipe must be manipulated at outer end to make final connection Manually secure p...

Page 15: ...s not to be used with a vertical termination 1 Determine route your vertical venting will take If ceiling joists roof rafters or other framing will obstruct venting system consider an offset see Figur...

Page 16: ...lumber the same size as ceiling joists If area above ceiling is an insulated ceiling or an attic nail firestop from top side This prevents loose insulation from falling into required clearance space I...

Page 17: ...If vent pipe passes through any oc cupied areas above the first floor including storage spaces and closets you must enclose pipe You may frame and sheetrock enclosure with standard construction materi...

Page 18: ...ting Configuration Using Two 90 Elbows Venting Installation Continued Vertical Termination Configurations Figures 29 through 32 show four different configurations for vertical termination These minimu...

Page 19: ...ll Pipe Galvanized P58 24 24 Section Double Wall Pipe Galvanized P58 12 12 Section Double Wall Pipe Galvanized P58 6 6 Section Double Wall Pipe Gal vanized High altitude installation Your DESAHeating...

Page 20: ...r Description 01493 Roof Vent Kit Galvanized Includes 45 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 S...

Page 21: ...and is located on the lower right side of appliance see Figure 37 page 22 The variable speed controller is mounted on a magnetic base and may be positioned anywhere within an accessible distance behin...

Page 22: ...e 37 Connecting Blower Accessory to Power Supply For Optional Fan Kit From Blower Assembly 4 Connect white wire to control valve ter minal TH and red wire to TPTH Move remote select switch to the REMO...

Page 23: ...ox and surround of fireplace see Figure 43 Fireplace Installation Continued IMPORTANT The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any p...

Page 24: ...l valve is accessible from lower control compartment Two pressure taps are provided on gas control valve for a pressure gauge connection see Figure 44 O F F P I L O T ON L O HI P ILOT E A 16AI 7 TPTH...

Page 25: ...e twig E across top of logs B a shown in Figure 51 11 When finished installing logs close glass door Make certain safety door switch is fully pressed by door frame before secur ing four 4 spring loade...

Page 26: ...proper clearances are observed see Clearances page 6 IMPORTANT Louvered openings must not be obstructed and upper and lower panels must remain removable for Fireplace Installation Continued servicing...

Page 27: ...of burner and pilot as sembly In cleaning take care not to alter pilot or burner location Be sure appliance is cool before each maintenance session CAUTION Theapplianceand logs can get very hot Handl...

Page 28: ...re seam in gasket is placed in the down position 4 Replace screen assembly and top and bottom louvers FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING If you do not fol low these instructions exactly a fi...

Page 29: ...PTH TP TH Gas Control Knob Flame Adjustment Knob Position Indicator Figure 59 Millivolt Control Valve Figure 60 Pilot Thermopile Pilot Burner Piezo Ignitor Thermocouple Operation Continued TO TURN OFF...

Page 30: ...EA A V DVF36TSTA A AND V DVF36TSTEA A Input Rating 35 000 23 300 Btu Hr Fuel Natural Gas Manifold Pressure 3 5 W C Minimum Supply Pressure 4 5 W C Maximum Supply Pressure 10 5 W C Orifice Size 0 4500...

Page 31: ...hnician replace pilot line 7 Replace control valve see Replacement Parts and Ac cesssories page 34 8 Tighten thermocouple or replace 1 Check wiring connection Refer to Wiring Diagrams page 33 1 Check...

Page 32: ...hoses Con sult pipe fitter or plumber 2 Repeat lighting procedure several times to purge air from lines If unit will still not light contact a qualified ser vice and repair technician 3 Remove debris...

Page 33: ...WN 120V AC 24V AC OFF WALL SWITCH SUPPLIED ON IGNITER ASSEMBLY D V2 G N L1 IND IGNITION CONTROL MODULE TS S1 SW V1 P GND J BOX RECEPTACLE OPTIONAL CONTROL REMOTE GRN BLK WHT GRN NOT SUPPLIED INCOMING...

Page 34: ...ace part Ignitor ASSEMBLY Natural 14385 Have a qualified technician replace part RECEIVER AND HAND HELD On Off SKYTECH REMOTE CONTROL KIT For electronic models Allows gas log heater to be turned on an...

Page 35: ...5 Refractory Pieces Front Bottom 25854 Left Right Bottom 25856 Rear 25855 Front Bottom Left Right Bottom Rear For Peninsula and See Thru Piezo Ignitor 14261 Grate 11184 Parts and Accessories Continued...

Page 36: ...ents lack of proper maintenance or defects caused by improper installation Travel diagnostic cost labor transportation and any and all such other costs related to repairing a defective heater will be...

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