Vanguard VE32L Owner'S Operation And Installation Manual Download

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AND USING APPLIANCE.

WARNING: If the information in this manual is not fol-

lowed exactly, an electrical shock or fire may result caus-
ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

FOR YOUR SAFETY
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable va-

pors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other

appliance.

— Installation and service must be performed by a quali-

fied service agency.

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

ELECTRIC FIREPLACE

OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

MODELS VE32L, VE32LB, VE32LH, VE32LBH,

VE36L, VE36LB, VE36LH AND VE36LBH

Summary of Contents for VE32L

Page 1: ...njury or loss of life FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable va pors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Installation and service must be performed by a quali fied service agency INSTALLER Leave this manual with the appliance CONSUMER Retain this manual for future reference ELECTRIC FIREPLACE OWNER S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL MODELS VE32L VE3...

Page 2: ...ttended 4 Always place main power switch in the off position when not in use 5 Do not operate fireplace if any part has been damaged or is malfunctioning 6 Any repairs to this fireplace should be done by a qualified service person 7 This fireplace is approved for installation in bedrooms 8 Under no circumstances should this fireplace be modified Parts having to be removed for servicing must be rep...

Page 3: ... windows or doors 3 A 15 amp 120 Volt 60 Hz circuit with proper ground must be available A dedi cated circuit should be provided to avoid circuit breaker trips or blown fuses Prefab Mantel Installations are not perma nent and are low cost and easy to install on an open wall space or a corner with an accessible electrical outlet Flush Installations are recommended where living space is limited or a...

Page 4: ...aterialMust Not Overlap Front Face Figure 4 Mantel Side Clearances Figure 5 Installing Flush Cabinet Mantel Cabinet Mantel Perimeter Trim Accessory Electric Outlet Power Cord IMPORTANT To install perimeter trim kit you must install shoulder screws before installing fireplace into cabinet mantel See instructions included with trim kit When installing a man tel accessory you must follow all clearanc...

Page 5: ...t you must install shoulder screws before insert ing fireplace into opening See instructions included with trim kit If installing a mantel you must follow clearance instructions see Installation Clearances page 4 A hearth extension is suggested for a more pleasing appearance The fireplace may be raised on a wood or non combustible platform supporting its entire width and depth and extending in fro...

Page 6: ... and reattach on right side of outer cabinet 6 Swing junction box with harness to left side while pulling sufficient length of har ness out through control panel cover to reach mounting location on left side 7 Reinsert retaining flange through slot and swing screw mounting tab back through notch as before 8 Slide junction box down until mounting holes line up and replace inner retaining cover 9 Pu...

Page 7: ...f desired Features and Operation This electronic fireplace series features a random flame effect and a realistic log bed with glistening embers that can be adjusted for flame speed and light intensity VE36 32LH models have a circulating heater rated at 1100 Watts Models VE36 32LB and VE36 32LBH include a hand detailed textured red brick lining Access controls by pulling two handle tabs of upper lo...

Page 8: ...closed position 6 Repeat steps 1 through 5 for opposite door assembly 7 To adjust doors slide partially open Using a Phillips screwdriver loosen hold down screws on spring clips see Figure 16 8 Close both doors until evenly joined at middle and note gap as measured to outer edges of front face 9 Reopen each door one at a time and retighten the hold down screw while pre serving noted gap at each ed...

Page 9: ...ish tighten screws and reinsert panel Accessory Installation Continued Figure 17 Installing Fixed Glass Doors Spring Clip Locating Hole OPTIONAL BRICK LINERS Installing or Removing Brick Liner Kits Brick liner kits are available for Models VE36 32 L H see Accessories page 23 These brick panels may be installed anytime after fireplace installation is complete Follow these steps to install left and ...

Page 10: ... power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to re duce the risk of fire electrical shock or personal injury Blower heater kit model BHKE is available for models VE36 32L and VE36 32LB Either of 2 types of blower heater assemblies can be installed 1 Open upper control door see Figure 13 on page 7 and remove 2 Phillips screws below heater grill on control panel see Figure 21 page 11 2 Remov...

Page 11: ...ont of panel see Figure 24 12 Firmly insert red power switch into open mount location with ON I indicator positioned on top 13 Connect white heater wire to neutral connection marked B or A on terminal block See partial wiring diagram Figure 25 page 12 Figure 21 Disassembling Blower Mount Control Panel Control Cover Blower Mount Control Cover Screws Hex Screws Notches for Control Cover Blower Mount...

Page 12: ...1 Tuck any excess slack in harnesses into control cover Swing cover down to line up mounting holes on control panel and replace 2 Phillips screws removed in step 2 page 10 22 Restore power to unit and check operation of the heater IMPORTANT Be sure to inspect components and wiring for damage before connecting power to unit If any components are found damaged contact an authorized dealer for origin...

Page 13: ...or replace if neces sary See Servicing Flame Pennants page 18 2 Check fan blower for de bris Vacuum areas around blower wheel and remove any obstructions See Main taining Motors page 15 3 Remove and inspect fan blower housing See Servic ing Fan Blower page 18 1 Inspect light bulbs tighten or replace light bulbs as necessary See Replacing Light Bulbs page 15 2 Remove and replace broken lamp fixture...

Page 14: ...S 24 WHT BLK GRN GRN WHT FLAME CONTROL TERMINAL C D A B BLK 5 L 4 LN 1 BLK GRN BLK FAN CONTROL C D B TERMINAL HARNESS 4 BLK REAR HARNESS TO MOTOR CIRCUIT BLK BLK BLK A WHT 5 L BLACK BLK 4 LN 1 MAIN HEATER ASSEMBLY ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM HEATER COIL RED RED BLK BLK MOTOR CUTOUT WHT CAUTION USE SUPPLY WIRES SUITABLE FOR 105 C OR EQUIVALENT CAUTION DISCONNECT FIREPLACE FROM THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY BEFORE R...

Page 15: ...ective bulb from its socket and replace with appropriate color and size bulb Note Be careful not to tear or damage reflec tive ribbons If they have come loose they can be easily reattached or replaced at the support brackets See Replacing Reflective Ribbons page 21 5 Return power to circuit and turn main power switch and lamp power on to check opera tion of bulbs before replacing log set 6 If all ...

Page 16: ...holding control cover to control panel inside firebox see Figure 21 page 11 5 Slide control cover to the right and swing out locking tabs from notched openings on top See detail Figure 21 page 11 6 Pop out bushings on control cover and slip power harnesses free from control cover see Figure 30 7 Remove magnet assemblies deflector shield and control door See Removing Replacing Control Door page 15 ...

Page 17: ...e 34 6 Remove viewing screen from cabinet face Viewing screen is attached by mag nets see Figure 35 Note Do not scratch viewing screen Place on a nonabrasive surface away from work area When replacing viewing screen painted side must face inside of cabinet with pattern facing up MAINTENANCE Continued Figure 33 Accessing Imaging Unit Refractory Brackets Grate Hearth Pan Bracket Hearth Pan Bracket B...

Page 18: ...ug Do not over tighten 9 Attach blade connectors to posts on motor mount Note Wire connectors for fan motor are non polarized and may be connected to either terminal for proper operation Servicing Flame Pennants If flame pennants should become tangled or detached reattach or replace 1 Locate affected flame pennant Slip hem at base of flame pennant over proper hanger bracket position See Figure 38 ...

Page 19: ... pennant should not be twisted or tangled and should hang slightly loose to allow free movement If cord is too short or pennant is torn you must obtain a replacement flame assembly see Replacement Parts on page 22 4 After connecting and adjusting flame cords soak each knot with a drop of white wood glue or clear nail polish to prevent unraveling Hook ...

Page 20: ... prior 6 Twist bare ends of white and black wires to corresponding wires in main harness and secure them with 2 crimp connectors provided MAINTENANCE Continued Note There should be no exposed bare wire at any connection Wiring should be secured with wire ties as short as possible and kept away from fan blades If additional parts are required see Replacement Parts on page 22 7 Replace each light bu...

Page 21: ...ing remove 4 Phillips screws holding corresponding bottom and top hanger brackets see Figure 39 page 20 4 Remove any loose or damaged ribbon material 5 Cut an 18 strip of reflective ribbon and position top end about an inch above top bracket position see Figure 39 page 20 Note Ribbon material should be ap plied with reflective side up should not be twisted or tangled and should hang slightly loose...

Page 22: ...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 s Technical Service Department at 1 866 672 6040 When calling DESA have ready your name your address model and serial numbers of your firebox how firebox was malfunctioning type of gas used propane LP o...

Page 23: ...and Black perimeter trim C32AU 32 Unfinished Traditional Design C32AOS Light Oak Finish Traditional Design C32HS 32 Dark Oak Finish Classic Design C36AU 36 Unfinished Traditional Design GMC56F 36 Light Oak Finish Classic Design Wall CABINET MANTEL AND BASE WITH FIREPLACE Black PERIMETER TRIM W32AU 32 Unfinished Traditional Design W32AOS 32 Light Oak Finish Traditional Design CMA311W 32 Painted Whi...

Page 24: ...rated Parts Breakdown Models VE32L VE32LB VE32LH VE32LBH VE36L VE36LB VE36LH and VE36LBH 1 2 3 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 9 10 10 11 11 12 12 13 14 14 15 15 16 17 17 17 18 19 20 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 27 28 28 29 31 30 30 32 32 33 34 34 35 36 37 38 39 ...

Page 25: ...89 01 Panel Valance 1 19 110974 01 Junction Box 1 20 M11143 01 Strain Relief Bushing 1 21 Firebox Outer Wrap 1 22 111064 01 Heater Standoff Bracket 1 23 110439 01 Heater Mount 1 110439 02 Heater Mount 1 24 111060 01 Heater Assembly 1 25 Top Bottom Fireplace 2 26 112302 01 Control Panel Assembly 1 112302 02 Control Panel Assembly 1 112302 04 Control Panel Assembly 1 112302 05 Control Panel Assembly...

Page 26: ...ging Unit and Control Panel for Models VE32L VE32LB VE32LH VE32LBH VE36L VE36LB VE36LH and VE36LBH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 17 18 19 19 19 20 21 21 22 23 23 24 25 27 28 30 31 29 26 16 16 16 23 24 25 32 32 36 34 35 41 37 38 39 39 40 42 43 45 45 45 44 44 ...

Page 27: ...4 25 114270 01 M5 10mm Flat Washer 4 26 114271 01 M6 10mm Hex Nut 4 27 114272 01 M6 18mm Large Flat Washer 4 28 114273 01 12mm x 15mm Grommet SBR 4 29 114274 01 M6 12mm x 5 5mm Spacer 4 30 112744 01 Cabinet Base 1 31 Base Cover 1 32 111066 03 Control Panel Decal 1 111066 01 Control Panel Decal 1 33 111067 02 Control Circuit Harness 1 34 111059 01 4 Black Wire Harness 1 35 111059 02 4 White Wire Ha...

Page 28: ... product MUST be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with all local codes and instructions furnished with the unit This warranty does not apply to parts that are not in original condition because of normal wear and tear or parts that fail or become damaged as a result of misuse accidents lack of proper maintenance or defects caused by improper installation Travel diagnostic cost labor...

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