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    MODELS M36E(B,H), M42E(B,H), VM36E(B,H) AND VM42E(B,H) ELECTRONIC IGNITION - NA TURAL GAS This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by state or local codes. 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[...]

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    108796 2 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMA TION ............................................................ 2 UNP ACKING ............................................................................... 3 INTRODUCTION ............................................[...]

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    108796 3 3 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com SAFETY INFORMATION UNPACKING 8. T urn fireplace of f and let cool before servicing or repairing. Only a qualified service person should install, service, or re- pair this fireplace. Have fireplace inspected annually by a quali- fied service person. [...]

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    108796 4 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com GAS RATING - NATURAL M36E(B,H)/VM36E(B,H) M42E(B,H)/VM42E(B,H) Max. Input Rating: 40,000 Btu/Hr 45,000 Btu/Hr Manifold Pressure: 3.5 in. WC (.87 kPa) 3.5 in. WC (.87 kPa) Minimum Supply Pressure: 4.5 in. WC (1.12 kPa) 4.5 in. WC (1.12 kPa) Maximum Sup[...]

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    108796 5 5 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS S T P Q R X Outside Air Kit Location (Optional) K 7" J I M L P V 13.5" S 1.5" Glass Door (Optional) W T O N Alternate Gas Supply Inlet 7" G H F A Stand Off Collar For Use With 6"Ø Type B-1 Vent Pipe O[...]

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    108796 6 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com CLEARANCES Minimum clearances to combustibles are: • Back and Sides of Outer Surround ............................ 0" min. • Drywall to Sides of Front Face (Nailing Flanges) ... 0" min. • “B” V ent Surfaces ........................[...]

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    108796 7 7 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com MANTEL CLEARANCES AND WALL DETAILS A combustible mantle shelf maybe installed a maximum 12 " (229 mm) from the wall. Figures 5 and 6 show the minimum allowable distances from various combustible mantle components in relation to the fire- place [...]

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    108796 8 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com PRE-INST ALLA TION PREP ARA TION Continued PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Framing Installing Transition Vent Collar FRAMING 1. Frame appliance enclosure as illustrated in Figures 7 and 8. Note: If a wall co vering is used to line the enclosure, then all[...]

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    108796 9 9 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com VENTING INST ALLA TION A B-type venting system must be connected to the appliance for venting to the outside of the building. The following section is provided as a guide to a standard B-type vent installation. Standing codes requirements concerning[...]

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    108796 10 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com CHECKING FOR PROPER VENTING After completing and checking the electrical, gas and vent connec- tions, follow the lighting instructions and allow the main burner to run for approximately 5 minutes. Hold a lighted match or cigarette near the top edge o[...]

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    108796 11 11 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com INST ALLA TION INSTALLATION Wall Switch Installation Optional Remote Control Installation Gas Line Hook-Up OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL INSTALLATION (Model WRC) Note: If using optional wireless hand-held remote control, the wall switch must be in the O[...]

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    108796 12 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com EMBER AND PAN MATERIAL PLACEMENT 1. Open the bag(s) of vermiculite and fill the entire burner pan until the burner tube is completely covered (see Figure 20). 2. Smooth the pan material just even with edges of the burner pan. 3. Remove the ember mate[...]

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    108796 13 13 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com LOG PLACEMENT FOR M36E/VM36E MODELS 1. Place small front right log (log 1) on right front of grate as shown in Figure 23. 2. Place large back log (log 2) onto grate making sure notches rest over grate as shown in Figure 23. 3. Place log 3 across l[...]

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    108796 14 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com INST ALLA TION Continued LOG PLACEMENT FOR M42E/VM42E MODELS 1. Place log 1A on the front left side of grate. Place log 1B on the front right side of the grate. See Figure 27. 2. Place large back log (log 2) onto grate making sure notches rest over g[...]

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    108796 15 15 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com COMBUSTION AIR KIT MODEL AK4 (OPTIONAL) The outside air kit may be installed on the left side of the fireplace only. The vent can be installed through the outside wall or a ventilated crawl space. The handle to operate the damper door for the outs[...]

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    108796 16 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com 5. Once the top and bottom pins are secured, unfold the door into the closed position. 6. Repeat the process for the opposite door assembly . 7. T o adjust the doors, slide them partially open. Using a scre w- driv er , loosen the hold-down scre ws i[...]

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    108796 17 17 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com Figure 37 - Turning Equipment Shutoff Valve to the OFF Position TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1. T urn off the wall switch. 2. T urn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be perf ormed. 3. Fully open glass doors if installed. 4. [...]

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    108796 18 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: The logs can be hot. Handle only when cool. WARNING: Turn off gas and electrical power before servicing appliance. WARNING: Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person. The appliance should b[...]

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    108796 19 19 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com Robertshaw MODEL SP745 IGNITION CONTROL STEP DOWN TRANSFORMER PV GND PV/MV TR MV TH VENT SAFETY SHUTOFF SWITCH MANUAL DAMPER SWITCH IGN EV2 SUPPLY INCOMING MAIN GAS EV1 TO GAS LINE BURNER 24V AC 120V AC 120V AC INCOMING OR BREAKER) (FUSE BOX OFF O[...]

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    108796 20 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com TROUBLESHOOTING The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are: 1. Loose wiring connections 2. Construction debris clogging the pilot and/or gas control valve filter OBSERVED PROBLEM Ignitor will not spark or pilot will not light Pi[...]

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    108796 21 21 For more information, visit www.desatech.com 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 neighb[...]

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    108796 22 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com ILLUSTRA TED P AR TS BREAKDOWN M36E(B,H),M42E(B,H), VM36E(B,H) AND VM42E(B,H) MODELS ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN M36E(B,H),M42E(B,H), VM36E(B,H) AND VM42E(B,H) Models 51 21 3 25 2 1 10 11 6 57 57 22 50 18 9 8 17 70 68 65 67 52 13 61 14 45 43 48 59/60[...]

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    108796 23 23 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com KEY M36E(B,H) M42E( B, H) NO. VM36E(B,H) VM42E(B,H) DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 14574 106543-01 Limit Switch 1 2 106638-01 107797-01 Insulation Pan 1 3 106639-01 107798-01 Fireplace Top Assembly 1 4 106641-01 107800-01 Fireplace Surround 1 5 106642-01 1066[...]

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    108796 24 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com ILLUSTRA TED P AR TS BREAKDOWN LOGS FOR M36E(B,H),M42E(B,H), VM36E(B,H) AND VM42E(B,H) MODELS 6 4 1A 1B 3 5 2 Logset for M36E(B,H) and VM36E(B,H) Models Logset for M42E(B,H) and VM42E(B,H) Models KEY PART NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. - 107999-01 Log S[...]

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    108796 25 25 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com ACCESSORIES AIR KIT AK4 - Optional kit helps offset the negative pressure often existing in today's tightly constructed homes. REMOTE CONTROL KITS WRC - Standard On/Off Electronic Remote Control Kit PROPANE CONVERSION KITS PCBE-36 - Propane C[...]

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    108796 26 For more information, visit www.desatech.com For more information, visit www.desatech.com LIMITED WARRANTY B-VENT 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 mai[...]