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  • Page 1

    Save this manual for future reference. WARNING: If the information in this manual is not fol- lowed 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 [...]

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    2 105648 UNVENTED PROP ANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE INSER T DESA INTERNA TIONAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com 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. 2. Do not place propane/L P supply tank(s) inside any structure. Locate propane/L P sup[...]

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    3 105648 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com PRODUCT IDENTIFICA TION Figure 1 - Log Base Assembly Figure 2 - Fireplace Insert Top Louver Assembly Firebox Hood Bottom Louver Assembly Screen Assembly Top Outer Casing Firebox Support Blower Assembly 1 1 . Do not run fireplace insert • where flammable liquids or vapors are u[...]

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    4 105648 UNVENTED PROP ANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE INSER T DESA INTERNA TIONAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILA TION Today’s homes are built more energy effi- cient than ever. New materials, increased insulation, and new construction methods help reduce heat loss in homes. Home owners weather strip and caulk ar[...]

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    5 105648 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILA TION Continued DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR FIREPLACE LOCATION Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Use this work sheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space. Space: Includes the room in which you will install [...]

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    6 105648 UNVENTED PROP ANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE INSER T DESA INTERNA TIONAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILA TION Continued VENTILATION AIR Ventilation Air From Inside Building This fresh air would come from an adjoining unconfined space. When ventilating to an adjoining unconfined space, you must pro- vide tw[...]

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    7 105648 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com INST ALLA TION Note: Your Vanguard fireplace insert is de- signed to be used in zero clearance installa- tions. Wall or framing material can be placed directly against any exterior surface on the rear, sides, or top of your fireplace insert, except where standoff spacers are int[...]

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    8 105648 UNVENTED PROP ANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE INSER T DESA INTERNA TIONAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com INST ALLA TION Continued 4. Using Phillips screwdriver, remove four screws attaching brass louver . In- stall one Phillips head screw (included with kit) in each side (see Figure 7). 5. Align top panel screw holes. Install four Phill[...]

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    9 105648 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com INST ALLA TION Continued Continued Minimum Fireplace Insert Opening Height 25 9 / 16 " 26 1 / 4 " Front Width 34 5 / 16 " 35" Depth 16 11 / 16 " 17 1 / 4 " 35" 17 1/4" 26 1/4" Figure 13 - Rough Opening for Installing Masonry Fireplace[...]

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    10 105648 UNVENTED PROP ANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE INSER T DESA INTERNA TIONAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com CONNECTING FIREPLACE INSERT TO GAS SUPPLY CAUTION: Use only new, black iron or steel pipe. Internally-tinned copper tubing may be used in cer- tain areas. Check your local codes. Use pipe of 1/2" diameter or greater to allow pr[...]

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    11 105648 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com Figure 19- Removing Log Base Assembly From Fireplace CAUTION: Do not pick up log base assembly by burners. This could damage burners. Only handle base by grates. INST ALLA TION Continued NOTICE: Most building codes do not permit concealed gas con- nections. A flexible gas line [...]

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    12 105648 UNVENTED PROP ANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE INSER T DESA INTERNA TIONAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com Figure 23 - Installing One Piece Log Set Figure 24 - Installing One Piece Log Set (Top View) WARNING: After installation and periodically thereafter, check to ensure that no flame comes in contact with any log. With the heater set t[...]

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    13 105648 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com Notches Figure 25 - Installing Fireplace Insert Screen Screws for Mounting Screen WARNING: You must operate this fireplace insert with the fire- place insert screen in place. Make sure fireplace insert screen is in place before running fireplace insert. INST ALLA TION Continued[...]

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    14 105648 UNVENTED PROP ANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE INSER T DESA INTERNA TIONAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com O F F P I L O T O N L O I H AUTO OFF ON LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: You must operate this heater with the fireplace in- sert screen in place. Make sure fireplace insert screen is installed before running fireplace insert. NOTICE:[...]

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    15 105648 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com WARNING: Make sure the selector switch is in the OFF po- sition when you are away from home for long periods of time. Heater will come on automati- cally with selector switch in the ON position. OPERA TING FIREPLACE INSER T Continued TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off He[...]

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    16 105648 UNVENTED PROP ANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE INSER T DESA INTERNA TIONAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com Figure 36 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Pilot Burner Thermocouple Figure 37 - Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often. PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 36 shows a correct pilot flame pat- te[...]

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    17 105648 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 ODS/pilot. This can damage ODS/ pilot unit. POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. Ignitor electrod[...]

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    18 105648 UNVENTED PROP ANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE INSER T DESA INTERNA TIONAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com OBSERVED PROBLEM Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit Delayed ignition burner Burner backfiring during combustion Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Moisture/condensation noticed on windows Heater produces a whist[...]

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    19 105648 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com 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 [...]

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    20 105648 UNVENTED PROP ANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE INSER T DESA INTERNA TIONAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com SPECIFICA TIONS VI33PR Remote Ready Insert Btu (Variable) 20,000/33,000 Type Gas Propane/LP Only Ignition Piezo Pressure Manifold 8.0" W.C. Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water) Maximum 14" Minimum* 11" * For input adjust[...]

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    21 105648 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning. CAUTION: You must keep control areas, burner, and circu- lating air passageways of heater clean. Inspect these areas of heater before each use. Have heater inspected yearly by a quali- fied service [...]

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    22 105648 UNVENTED PROP ANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE INSER T DESA INTERNA TIONAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com ILLUSTRA TED PA R T S BREAKDOWN REMOTE READY MODEL VI33PR 17 O F F P I L O T O N H I L O 8 12 26 7 6 4 3 2 1 5 9 4 14 13 25 15 16 21 11 10 19 20 19 23 24 22 18[...]

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    23 105648 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com P ARTS LIST REMOTE READY MODEL VI33PR This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 20 of this manual. KEY NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 102785-03 Log, Golden Oak 1 2 103778-[...]

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    24 105648 UNVENTED PROP ANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE INSER T DESA INTERNA TIONAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com ILLUSTRA TED PA R T S BREAKDOWN FIREPLACE INSERT VI33PR 11 14 8 8 14 9 3 14 9 9 2 1 7 10 14 12 5 14 13 15 23 4 6 6 17 16 18 19 20 21 22 22 23 24 25 26 14 27[...]

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    25 105648 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com P ARTS LIST FIREPLACE INSERT VI33PR This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 20 of this manual. KEY NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 105517-01 Top Outer Casing 1 2 105233-0[...]

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    26 105648 UNVENTED PROP ANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE INSER T DESA INTERNA TIONAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com RECEIVER AND HAND-HELD THERMOSTAT REMOTE CONTROL KIT GHRCTA SERIES For all models. Allows the gas log heater to be operated in a manually or thermostati- cally-controlled mode. You can turn the gas log heater on and off without ever[...]

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    27 105648 OWNER’S MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com NOTES _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________[...]

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    LIMITED WARRANTY VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for four (4) 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[...]