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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.

VENTED DECORATIVE NATURAL GAS LOG APPLIANCE

OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

MODELS Phk18, Phk24, Phk30, 

bCS18, bCS24 AND bCS30

RGA 2-72 Approved

TESTED AND

LISTED BY

These logs are approved by the manufacturer for instal

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lation  in  listed  indoor  and  outdoor  solid  fuel  burning 
fireplaces. See warranty for additional information.

Summary of Contents for BCS18

Page 1: ...gassupplierfromaneighbor 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 fied installer service agency or the gas supplier INSTALLER Leave this manual with the appliance CONSUMER Retain this manual for future reference VENTED DECORATIVE NATURAL GAS LOG APPLIANCE OWNER S OPERATION AND...

Page 2: ...led Provisionsforadequatecombus tion and ventilation air must be provided Refer to the National Fuel Gas Codes ANSI Z233 1 NFPA54 AirforCombustionand Ventilation 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 con...

Page 3: ...irectlyintothefireplace Ceiling fans can create drafts that alter burner flame patterns Avoidanydraftsthatalterburner flame patterns SAFETY Continued Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out oftrafficandawayfromfurniture and draperies Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the appliance Never place any objects on the appliance Log set becomes very hot when...

Page 4: ...for combus tion and ventilation air must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z233 1 NFPA 54 Air for Combustion and Ventilation SAFETY Continued Product Identification Figure 1 Product Identification Ramp Pan Burner Grate Burner Pan Burner Inlet Under Pan 7 Do not run log set where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored under dusty conditions 8 Do not burn solid fuel in fireplace a...

Page 5: ... sote will ignite if highly heated A dirty chimney flue may create and distribute soot within the house Inspect chimney flue for damage If damaged repair flue before operating heater NOTICE Installation service andrepairofthisappliancemust be performed by a qualified in staller serviceagency company orgassupplierexperiencedwith this type of gas appliance Only factory authorized components listed i...

Page 6: ... resistant to Propane LP gas equipment shutoff valve test gauge connection adjustable crescent wrench or pliers sediment trap tee joint pipe wrench CHECK GAS TYPE Use only natural gas If your gas supply is not natural gas you MUST NOT install this gas log set WARNING This appliance is equipped for natural gas Field conversion is not permitted If fireplace does not have a gas supply shutoff valve o...

Page 7: ...LLATION Continued We recommend that you install a sediment trap in supply line as shown in Figure 4 Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning Install in piping system between fuel supply and heater Locate sediment trap where trapped matter is not likely to freeze A sediment trap traps moisture and contami nants This keeps them from going into log set controls If sediment trap is n...

Page 8: ...f gas connector tube to gas inlet fitting on end of venturi Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1 2 PSIG 3 5 kPa 1 Close equipment shutoff valve see Fig ure 5 2 Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed air or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter 3 Check all joints from gas meter to equip ment shutoff valve see Figure 6 Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to ga...

Page 9: ...here two outer horizontal supports on grate fit into two pan positioning tabs on outer edges of pan 2 Place large back log on grate at top tier rear of ramp see Figure 8 3 Figures 8 and 9 show a suggested log arrangement however you may arrange logs as you wish Leave as much open space between logs as possible to mini mize flame impingement and sooting Note Logs may chip if they are handled roughl...

Page 10: ...hat is not cause for alarm However you may want to provide extra ventilation to the room during this time Cleaning and Maintenance FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING Keep flue open when operating unit WARNING If you do not fol low these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage per sonal injury or loss of life BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the ap plia...

Page 11: ...venting system not drafting properly 3 Excessive flame impinge ment or blockage 4 Improper fuel air mixture 5 Excessive gas supply pressure 1 Passage of air gas across irregular surfaces 1 Incorrect gas supply or pressure 2 Blocked burner orifice or burner manifold ports 3 Improper burner orifice size REMEDY 1 Contact local natural or propane LP gas company 2 Adjust damper wide open and or have fi...

Page 12: ...ement at top of page OBSERVED PROBLEM Log set produces a clicking ticking noise just after burner is lit or shut off Log set produces unwanted odors Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF position Gas odor during combustion REMEDY 1 This is normal with most log sets If noise is excessive contact qualified service person 1 Open flue to maximum Stop using odor causing products while log set is ru...

Page 13: ...essories call DESAHeating LLC at 1 866 672 6040 for information You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual Individual Round Log GA9450A For decorative purposes only Not to be used as additional logs on unit Individual Split Log GA9550A For decorative purposes only Not to be used as additional logs on unit Pine Cones GA9650A For all models Use for additional decoration...

Page 14: ...www desatech com 115425 01E 14 Parts Models PHK18 PHK24 PHK30 BCS18 BCS24 and bcs30 Number and style of logs vary by model 1 8 23 17 10 18 11 13 24 9 3 2 4 5 6 7 22 15 16 20 12 21 19 14 ...

Page 15: ...6 14527 Venturi Gasket 1 7 115482 01 Burner Pan 1 115482 02 Burner Pan 1 115482 03 Burner Pan 1 8 901242 01 Damper Clamp Assembly 1 9 11209 Nut 10 24 2 10 114986 01 Log Grate 1 114986 02 Log Grate 1 114986 03 Log Grate 1 11 901481 01 Bottom Log 1 109128 02 Bottom Log 1 109128 01 Bottom Log 1 12 111827 08 Small Log 1 13 112489 01 Small Log 1 14 109399 01 Small Log 1 15 115421 02 Small Log 1 16 1119...

Page 16: ...ded by a DESA Heating LLC Authorized Service Center or a provider approved 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 assoc...

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