English dropdown-ico

Desa CHDV34(N/P)(A) manual

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38

Go to page of

Similar user manuals

A good user manual

The rules should oblige the seller to give the purchaser an operating instrucion of Desa CHDV34(N/P)(A), along with an item. The lack of an instruction or false information given to customer shall constitute grounds to apply for a complaint because of nonconformity of goods with the contract. In accordance with the law, a customer can receive an instruction in non-paper form; lately graphic and electronic forms of the manuals, as well as instructional videos have been majorly used. A necessary precondition for this is the unmistakable, legible character of an instruction.

What is an instruction?

The term originates from the Latin word „instructio”, which means organizing. Therefore, in an instruction of Desa CHDV34(N/P)(A) one could find a process description. An instruction's purpose is to teach, to ease the start-up and an item's use or performance of certain activities. An instruction is a compilation of information about an item/a service, it is a clue.

Unfortunately, only a few customers devote their time to read an instruction of Desa CHDV34(N/P)(A). A good user manual introduces us to a number of additional functionalities of the purchased item, and also helps us to avoid the formation of most of the defects.

What should a perfect user manual contain?

First and foremost, an user manual of Desa CHDV34(N/P)(A) should contain:
- informations concerning technical data of Desa CHDV34(N/P)(A)
- name of the manufacturer and a year of construction of the Desa CHDV34(N/P)(A) item
- rules of operation, control and maintenance of the Desa CHDV34(N/P)(A) item
- safety signs and mark certificates which confirm compatibility with appropriate standards

Why don't we read the manuals?

Usually it results from the lack of time and certainty about functionalities of purchased items. Unfortunately, networking and start-up of Desa CHDV34(N/P)(A) alone are not enough. An instruction contains a number of clues concerning respective functionalities, safety rules, maintenance methods (what means should be used), eventual defects of Desa CHDV34(N/P)(A), and methods of problem resolution. Eventually, when one still can't find the answer to his problems, he will be directed to the Desa service. Lately animated manuals and instructional videos are quite popular among customers. These kinds of user manuals are effective; they assure that a customer will familiarize himself with the whole material, and won't skip complicated, technical information of Desa CHDV34(N/P)(A).

Why one should read the manuals?

It is mostly in the manuals where we will find the details concerning construction and possibility of the Desa CHDV34(N/P)(A) item, and its use of respective accessory, as well as information concerning all the functions and facilities.

After a successful purchase of an item one should find a moment and get to know with every part of an instruction. Currently the manuals are carefully prearranged and translated, so they could be fully understood by its users. The manuals will serve as an informational aid.

Table of contents for the manual

  • Page 1

    DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERA TION AND INST ALLA TION MANUAL ® CHDV34(N/P)(A) 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 from a neighbor’s[...]

  • Page 2

    2 105456 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE (NA TURAL/PROP ANE) CHDV34(N/P)(A) 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 any structu[...]

  • Page 3

    3 105456 OWNER’S MANUAL 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] Installation Codes (Canada) . *Available from: American National Standards Institute, Inc[...]

  • Page 4

    4 105456 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE (NA TURAL/PROP ANE) CHDV34(N/P)(A) Fireplace size D x FW x RW 34" 18 1 / 2 " 34" 14" PRE-INST ALLA TION PREP ARA TION LOCATION AND SPACE REQUIREMENTS Determine the safest and most efficient loca- tion for your Comfort Glow direct-vent fire- place. Make sure that rafters and wall studs are not in t[...]

  • Page 5

    5 105456 OWNER’S MANUAL 29" 13" 12 5 / 8 " 34 1 / 4 " 34 3 / 4 " 58" 9 1 / 4 " 41" Nailing T abs PRE-INST ALLA TION PREP ARA TION Continued Figure 6 - Framing Clearances for Corner Installation These models are approved for use with Simpson Dura-Vent 6 5 / 8 " direct-vent pipe components and terminatio[...]

  • Page 6

    6 105456 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE (NA TURAL/PROP ANE) CHDV34(N/P)(A) 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 PROHIBITED) A = clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony [*12 inches (305[...]

  • Page 7

    7 105456 OWNER’S MANUAL WARNING: Read all instruc- tions completely and thoroughly before attempting installation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life. Operation of im- properly installed and maintained venting system could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life. WARNING: Seal all of[...]

  • Page 8

    8 105456 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE (NA TURAL/PROP ANE) CHDV34(N/P)(A) 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. Snorkel terminat[...]

  • Page 9

    9 105456 OWNER’S MANUAL UP 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 3. Attach v ent pipe assembly to the fire- place. Set fireplace in front of it’ s per- manent location to i[...]

  • Page 10

    10 105456 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE (NA TURAL/PROP ANE) CHDV34(N/P)(A) VENTING INST ALLA TION Continued UP UP 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 One 90 ° Elbow Figure 18 [...]

  • Page 11

    11 105456 OWNER’S MANUAL 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' min. 20' max. 20' max. 8' max[...]

  • Page 12

    12 105456 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE (NA TURAL/PROP ANE) CHDV34(N/P)(A) 4. Connect a section of pipe and extend up through the hole. Note: If an offset is needed to a void obstructions, you must support the vent pipe every 3 feet. Use wall straps for this purpose (see Figure 21). Whene v er possible, use 45 ° elbows instead of 90 ° elbo ws. The 45 °[...]

  • Page 13

    13 105456 OWNER’S MANUAL VENTING INST ALLA TION Continued Continued Figure 23 - Cathedral Ceiling Support Box Installation Non-hardening Mastic under all edges of support box before nailing Figure 24 - Installed Cathedral Ceiling Support Box Vertical Termination Configurations Figures 25 through 28 show four different configurations for vertical [...]

  • Page 14

    14 105456 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE (NA TURAL/PROP ANE) CHDV34(N/P)(A) V er tical V enting V = 30' max. Figure 28 - Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration With No Horizontal Run VENTING INST ALLA TION Continued V enting with T w o 9 0 ° Elbows V ertical (V 1 ) Horizontal (H) 5' min. 6' max. 6' min. 12' max. 7' min. 18&apos[...]

  • Page 15

    15 105456 OWNER’S MANUAL VENTING INST ALLA TION Continued Number Description CSVK Snorkel Rigid Vent Kit Includes: 7" x 30 ° Elbow, 7" x 4' Galvanized Pipe, 7" x 90 ° Elbow, 7" Adjustable Galvanized Pipe (7-12"), Wall Thimble, 36" Snorkel Termi- nation, RTV Silicone and 28 Screws CRVF Roof Rigid Vent Kit Inclu[...]

  • Page 16

    16 105456 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE (NA TURAL/PROP ANE) CHDV34(N/P)(A) INSTALLING OPTIONAL BLOWER ACCESSORY IMPORTANT : For clarity, gas valve assem- bly and grate/burner assembly are not shown in Figures 30 through 33, page 17. They will, however, be in your fireplace when you are installing the blower. Also for clarity the firebox is shown with dott[...]

  • Page 17

    17 105456 OWNER’S MANUAL FIREPLACE INST ALLA TION Continued WARNING: Never touch the blower wheel while in operation. 10 . Peel of f 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 33). WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accor[...]

  • Page 18

    18 105456 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE (NA TURAL/PROP ANE) CHDV34(N/P)(A) Figure 35 - Gas Connection * The A.G.A. design-certified manual 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. Check your lo[...]

  • Page 19

    19 105456 OWNER’S MANUAL Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa) 1. Disconnect fireplace and its individual manual shutoff v alve from gas supply piping system. Pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa) will damage fireplace gas regulator . 2. Cap of f open end of gas pipe where manual shutof f val[...]

  • Page 20

    20 105456 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE (NA TURAL/PROP ANE) CHDV34(N/P)(A) FIREPLACE INST ALLA TION Continued Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa) 1. Close manual shutoff v alve (see Fig- ure 37). 2. Pressurize supply piping system by ei- ther opening propane/LP supply tank valv e f or propane/LP gas fireplace or opening main gas valv e[...]

  • Page 21

    21 105456 OWNER’S MANUAL REMOVING/REPLACING GLASS DOOR CAUTION: Do not operate this fireplace with a broken glass door panel or without the glass door panel securely in place. For re- placement part information see Replacement Parts , page 31. Figure 4 5 - Removing/Replacing Glass Door Figure 44 - Removing Top Louver Panel You must remove glass d[...]

  • Page 22

    22 105456 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE (NA TURAL/PROP ANE) CHDV34(N/P)(A) INSTALLING OPTIONAL BRICK LINER CD8037 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, p age 36. CAUTION: Alw[...]

  • Page 23

    23 105456 OWNER’S MANUAL 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 performance problems. Each log is marked with a number[...]

  • Page 24

    24 105456 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE (NA TURAL/PROP ANE) CHDV34(N/P)(A) 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. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follo w these instructio[...]

  • Page 25

    25 105456 OWNER’S MANUAL TEMP ST A TUS HI LO MAN ON AUT O OFF OPERA TING FIREPLACE Continued Figure 55 - Hand-Held Thermostat Remote Control Unit Selections (CGHRCT) Increases Room Temperature Decreases Room Temperature Turns Burners On and Off Shows Current Operation Mode Shows Temperature Setting Allows Burner(s) to be Turned On and Off with th[...]

  • Page 26

    26 105456 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE (NA TURAL/PROP ANE) CHDV34(N/P)(A) Figure 57 - Typical Flame Pattern for CHDV34(N/P)(A) 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 [...]

  • Page 27

    27 105456 OWNER’S MANUAL 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 dust, dirt, or lint. LOGS • If you remove logs fo[...]

  • Page 28

    28 105456 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE (NA TURAL/PROP ANE) CHDV34(N/P)(A) TROUBLESHOOTING Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. 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 [...]

  • Page 29

    29 105456 OWNER’S MANUAL OBSERVED PROBLEM Burner does not light after pilot is lit 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 noise just after burners are lit or shut off Remote does[...]

  • Page 30

    30 105456 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE (NA TURAL/PROP ANE) CHDV34(N/P)(A) TROUBLESHOOTING Continued 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. Follow the gas suppli[...]

  • Page 31

    31 105456 OWNER’S MANUAL SPECIFICA TIONS CHDV34N(A) CHDV34P(A) Btu 17,000/24,000 Btu/hr 17,000/22,000 Btu/hr Gas Type Natural Propane/LP Ignition Piezo Piezo Manifold Pressure 3.5" w.c. 10.0" w.c. Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure 4.5" w.c. 11.0" w.c. Thermal Efficiency 70% 70% Dimension, Inches/mm (HxWxD) Fireplace 33" x 34&[...]

  • Page 32

    32 105456 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE (NA TURAL/PROP ANE) CHDV34(N/P)(A) ILLUSTRA TED PA R T S BREAKDOWN CHDV34N(A) 1 2 3 4 6 6 39 5 5 6 5 1 1 (Included in Hardware Pack) 7 7 8 10 9 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 35 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 28 29 30 34-1 34-4 34-2 34-3 36 35 35 37 38 42 40 41 43 44 31 45 46 6 33 32 47 48[...]

  • Page 33

    33 105456 OWNER’S MANUAL P ARTS LIST DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE CHDV34N(A) This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 31 of this manual. KEY NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 104445-01 Top Outer Casing 1 2 105278-01 Outer Casing 1 3 105297-01 Bottom [...]

  • Page 34

    34 105456 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE (NA TURAL/PROP ANE) CHDV34(N/P)(A) ILLUSTRA TED PA R T S BREAKDOWN CHDV34P(A) 1 2 3 4 6 6 39 5 5 6 5 1 1 (Included in Hardware Pack) 7 7 8 10 9 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 35 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 28 29 30 34-1 34-4 34-2 34-3 36 35 35 37 38 42 40 41 43 44 31 45 46 6 33 32 47[...]

  • Page 35

    35 105456 OWNER’S MANUAL P ARTS LIST DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE CHDV34P(A) This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 31 of this manual. KEY NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 104445-01 Top Outer Casing 1 2 105278-01 Outer Casing 1 3 105297-01 Bottom [...]

  • Page 36

    36 105456 DIRECT -VENT FIREPLACE (NA TURAL/PROP ANE) CHDV34(N/P)(A) ACCESSORIES Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local retailer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA International’s Sales Department at 1-800-432-2382. for information. You can also write to the ad- dress listed on the back page of this manual. BRICK LI[...]

  • Page 37

    37 105456 OWNER’S MANUAL NOTES _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________[...]

  • Page 38

    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 [...]