Desa DVFE34 manual

DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERA TION AND INST ALLA TION MANUAL DVFE34 (NA TURAL) ELECTRONIC IGNITION Save this manual for future reference. FOR YOUR SAFETY 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[...]

2 107205 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE For more information, visit www.desatech.com SAFETY INFORMA TION 1. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases unless a certified kit is used. 2. For propane/LP fireplace, do not place propane/LP supply tank(s) inside a[...]

3 107205 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com PRODUCT IDENTIFICA TION Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence to local codes, use the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANS Z223.1 , also known as NFPA 54* (USA) or the current CAN/CGA-B149[.1 or .2] Instal- lation Codes (Canada) . *Available [...]

4 107205 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE For more information, visit www.desatech.com Fireplace size D x FW x RW 34" 18 1 / 2 " 34 3 / 8 " 14" PRE-INST ALLA TION PREP ARA TION LOCATION AND SPACE REQUIREMENTS Determine the safest and most efficient loca- tion for your FMI direct-vent fireplace. Make sure that rafters and wall studs are no[...]

5 107205 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com 29" 13" 12 5 / 8 " 34 3 / 8 " 35 1 / 16 " 58" 9 1 / 4 " 41" Nailing T abs PRE-INST ALLA TION PREP ARA TION Continued Figure 6 - Framing Clearances for Corner Installation LOCATION OF VENT TERMINATION When locating vent termination, it is i[...]

6 107205 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE For more information, visit www.desatech.com Figure 8 - Minimum Clearances for Vent Terminations GENERAL VENTING Continued Fixed Closed Openable Fixed Closed Openable V V V V V V V V X X V X G G J F B B K N H I A N E L D B M A C B V V A G G B TERMINA TION CAP AIR SUPPL Y INLET GAS METER RESTRICTED AREA (TERMINA TION [...]

7 107205 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com WARNING: Read all instruc- tions completely and thoroughly before attempting installation. Fail- ure to do so could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life. Operation of improperly in- stalled and maintained venting sys- tem could result in serious injury, prop[...]

8 107205 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE For more information, visit www.desatech.com INSTALLATION FOR HORIZONTAL TERMINATION 1. Determine the route your horizontal venting will take. Note: The location of the horizontal vent termination on the exterior wall must meet all local and national building codes and must not be easily blocked or obstructed. Snorke[...]

9 107205 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com VENTING INST ALLA TION Continued (Framing Detail) 10" (254mm) 10" (254mm) 7 1 / 2 " (190mm) V ent Opening Combustible W all V ent Opening Noncombustible W all Figure 12 - Vent Opening Requirements Continued 3. Attach vent pipe assembly to the fire- place. Set fire[...]

10 107205 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE For more information, visit www.desatech.com VENTING INST ALLA TION Continued UP UP Rigid V ent Pipe Horizontal V enting V ertical (V) Horizontal (H) 37" min. 10" max. Figure 16 - Horizontal Termination Configuration for Rigid Venting Figure 17 - Horizontal Termination Configuration for Rigid Venting Using[...]

11 107205 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com VENTING INST ALLA TION Continued UP V enting with T wo 90 ° Elbo ws V ertical (V) Horizontal (H 1 ) Horizontal (H 1 ) + Horizontal (H 2 ) 5' min. 2' max. 6' max. 6' min. 4' max. 12' max. 7' min. 6' max. 18' max. 8' min. 8'[...]

12 107205 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE For more information, visit www.desatech.com 4. Connect a section of pipe and extend up through the hole. Note: If an offset is needed to avoid obstructions, you must support the vent pipe every 3 feet. Use wall straps for this purpose (see Figure 20). Whenever possible, use 45 ° elbows instead of 90 ° elbows. The[...]

13 107205 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com VENTING INST ALLA TION Continued Continued Figure 22 - Cathedral Ceiling Support Box Installation Non-hardening Mastic under all edges of support box before nailing Figure 23 - Installed Cathedral Ceiling Support Box Vertical Termination Configurations Figures 24 through 27 sho[...]

14 107205 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE For more information, visit www.desatech.com V er tical V enting V = 40' max. Figure 27 - Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration With No Horizontal Run VENTING INST ALLA TION Continued V enting with T wo 9 0 ° Elbo ws V ertical (V 1 ) Horizontal (H) 5' min. 6' max. 6' min. 12' max. 7' mi[...]

15 107205 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com VENTING INST ALLA TION Continued HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION Your FMI direct-vent fireplace has been AGA tested and approved for elevations from 0-2000 feet and CGA certified for elevations from 0-4500 feet. When installing this fireplace at an elevation above 2000 feet (in the [...]

16 107205 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE For more information, visit www.desatech.com INSTALLING OPTIONAL BLOWER ACCESSORY IMPORTANT : For clarity, gas valve assem- bly and grate/burner assembly are not shown in Figures 29 through 32 , page 17. They will, however, be in your fireplace when you are installing the blower. Also for clarity the firebox is show[...]

17 107205 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com FIREPLACE INST ALLA TION Continued WARNING: Never touch the blower wheel while in operation. 10 . Peel off the backing paper and stick the supplied wiring diagram decal on the firebox bottom approximately 3" to the right of the blower speed control bracket (Figure 32). WAR[...]

18 107205 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE For more information, visit www.desatech.com Figure 34 - Gas Connection * The CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve may be supplied with the appliance or you can purchase it from your retailer. CAUTION: Use only new, black iron or steel pipe. Inter- nally-tinned copper tubing may be used in certain areas. Che[...]

19 107205 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com 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 (control valve) and equipment shutoff valve from gas supply piping system. Pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa) will damage fi[...]

20 107205 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE For more information, visit www.desatech.com FIREPLACE INST ALLA TION Continued Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa) 1. Close equipment shutoff valve (see Fig- ure 36). 2. Pressurize supply piping system by ei- ther opening propane/LP supply tank valve for propane/LP gas fireplace or opening main [...]

21 107205 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com FIREPLACE INST ALLA TION Continued REMOVING/REPLACING GLASS DOOR You must remove glass door to install optional brick liners, logs, lava rock, and ember material. CAUTION: Do not operate this fireplace with a broken glass door panel. Do not operate this fire- place without the [...]

22 107205 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE For more information, visit www.desatech.com INSTALLING OPTIONAL BRICK LINER D8037A WARNING: If fireplace has been running, turn off and un- plug fireplace. Let cool before installing brick liner. This brick liner kit is optional. You may purchase brick liner from your local retailer or see Accessories , page 34. CA[...]

23 107205 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com WARNING: The glass door must be securely in place before running this fireplace. Do not run this fireplace if glass is missing or broken. FIREPLACE INST ALLA TION Continued NOTICE: Do not put lava rock on burner or under burner. Placing lava rock on burner could cause performan[...]

24 107205 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE For more information, visit www.desatech.com OPERA TING FIREPLACE WARNING: If you do not fol- low these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result caus- ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE A. This appl[...]

25 107205 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com OPERA TING FIREPLACE Continued OPERATING OPTIONAL BLOWER ACCESSORY Locate the blower controls by opening the lower louver panel on the fireplace. Blower controls are located on the left side of the switch bracket to the left just inside the louver panel. Both the GA3700 manual [...]

26 107205 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE For more information, visit www.desatech.com PILOT AND BURNERS • Remove ember material before cleaning burners and replace when cleaning is complete. • Burner and controls should be cleaned with compressed air to remove dust, dirt, or lint. • Use a vacuum cleaner or small, soft bristled brush to remove excess [...]

27 107205 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater. CAUTION: Never use a wire, needle, or similar object to clean pilot. This can damage pilot unit. Note: For additional help, visit DESA Inter[...]

28 107205 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE For more information, visit www.desatech.com TROUBLESHOOTING Continued www.desatech.com OBSERVED PROBLEM Delayed ignition burner Burner backfiring during combustion Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Heater produces a whistling noise when burner is lit Glass soots Fireplace produces a clicking/ticking noi[...]

29 107205 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com TROUBLESHOOTING Continued www.desatech.com WARNING: 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 phone in your building. • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. [...]

30 107205 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE For more information, visit www.desatech.com SER VICE HINTS When Gas Pressure Is Too Low • pilot will not stay lit • burners will have delayed ignition • fireplace will not produce specified heat When Gas Quality Is Bad • pilot will not stay lit • burners will produce flames and soot • fireplace will bac[...]

31 107205 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com SPECIFICA TIONS DVFE34 Btu 15,000/21,000 Btu/hr Gas Type Natural Ignition Piezo Manifold Pressure 3.5" w.c. Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure 4.5" w.c. Dimension, Inches/mm (HxWxD) Fireplace (Actual size of firebox. Measurements do not 32 3 / 16 " x 34 3 / 8 " x[...]

32 107205 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE For more information, visit www.desatech.com 47 1 2 3 4 6 6 35 5 5 5 1 1 (Included in Hardware Pack) 7 7 8 10 9 12 13 14 15 16 25 26 27 28 29 31-1 31-4 31-2 31-3 33 32 32 34 46 36 37 39 38 42 40 41 6 44 43 48 20 23 21 22 24 17 28 19 18 32 32 ILLUSTRA TED PA R T S BREAKDOWN DVFE34[...]

33 107205 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com P ARTS LIST DVFE34 This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 30 of this manual. KEY NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. KEY NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 104445-01 Top Outer[...]

34 107205 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE For more information, visit www.desatech.com MANUAL BLOWER KIT GA3700 Manual-variable control blower accessory for the DVFE Series fireplaces. THERMOSTATICALLY- CONTROLLED BLOWER KIT DA3610TA Provides better heat distribution. Blower turns off and on automatically, as needed. Complete installation and operation inst[...]

35 107205 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com NOTES _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________[...]

LIMITED WARRANTY DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for two (2) years from the date of first purchase, provided that the product has been properly installed, operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions. To make a claim under this warranty the [...]