UNVENTED (VENT-FREE)
PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER
ALSO DESIGN-CERTIFIED AS A VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
Heat Majic™
Models FVF18P,
FVF24P, and
FVF30P
Patent Pending
18", 24" and 30" Variable
Manually-Controlled Models
WARNING: Improper installation, adjust-
ment, alteration, service, or maintenance
can cause injury or property damage.
Refer to this manual for correct installa-
tion and operational procedures. For as-
sistance or additional information con-
sult a qualified installer, service agency,
or the gas supplier.
WARNING: If the information in this manual is
not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal in-
jury, 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
• 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 supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
— Installation and service must be per-
formed by a qualified installer, service
agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING: This appliance is for installa-
tion only in a solid-fuel burning masonry
or UL127 factory-built fireplace, or in an
approved ventless firebox. It is design
certified for these installations in accor-
dance with ANSI Z21.11.2. Exception: Do
notinstallthisapplianceinafactory-built
fireplace that includes instructions stat-
ingithasnotbeentestedorshouldnotbe
used with unvented gas logs.
WARNING: This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which
itisinstalled.Provisionsforadequatecombustionandventilationairmustbeprovided.Refer
to Air for Combustion and Ventilation section on page 4 of this manual.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*, permanently located, manufactured (mo-
bile) home, where not prohibited by 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 gases.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer
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14. Do not use this heater to cook food or
SAFETY
PRODUCT
burn paper or other objects.
INFORMATION
FEATURES
15. Do not use heater if any part has been
exposed to or under water. Immediately
call a qualified service technician to in-
spect the room heater and to replace any
part of the control system and any gas
control which has been under water.
Continued
OPERATION
12. This heater needs fresh, outside air ven-
tilation to run properly. This heater has
an oxygen depletion sensor (ODS) pi-
lot light safety system. The ODS shuts
down the heater if not enough fresh air
is available. See Air for Combustion
and Ventilation, pages 4 through 6. If
heater keeps shutting off, see Trouble-
shooting, pages 17 through 19.
This heater is clean burning. It requires no
outside venting. There is no heat loss out a
vent or up a chimney. Heat is generated by
realistic,dancingyellowflames.Thisheater
is designed for vent-free operation with flue
damper closed. It has been tested and ap-
proved to ANSI Z21.11.2 standard for
unvented heaters. State and local codes in
some areas prohibit the use of vent-free
heaters. This heater may also be operated as
a vented decorative (ANSI Z21.60) product
by opening the flue damper.
16. Do not operate heater if any log is bro-
ken. Do not operate heater if a log is
chipped (dime-sized or larger).
17. Turn heater off and let cool before ser-
vicing. Only a qualified service person
should service and repair heater.
13. Do not run heater
• where flammable liquids or vapors
are used or stored
• under dusty conditions
18. Operating heater above elevations of
4,500 feet could cause pilot outage.
19. Provide adequate clearances around air
openings.
SAFETY PILOT
This heater has a pilot with an Oxygen
Depletion Sensing (ODS) safety shutoff
system. The ODS/pilot is a required feature
for vent-free room heaters. The ODS/pilot
shuts off the heater if there is not enough
fresh air.
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
One-Piece
Log Set
Burner
PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEM
This heater has a piezo ignitor. This system
requires no matches, batteries, or other
sources to light heater.
UNPACKING
CAUTION: Do not remove the
data plates from the grate assem-
bly.Thedataplatescontainimpor-
tant product information.
Piezo Ignitor
Base Assembly
Control Knob
1. Remove logs and heater base assem-
bly from carton. Note: Do not pick up
heater base assembly by the burner.
This could damage heater. Always
handle base assembly by grate.
2. Remove all protective packaging ap-
plied to logs and heater for shipment.
3. Check all items for any shipping dam-
age. If damaged, promptly inform
dealer where you bought heater.
Figure 1 - Heat Majic™ Log Set
LOCAL CODES
Install and use heater with care. Follow all
local codes. In the absence of local codes, use
the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas
Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54*.
*Available from:
American National Standards Institute, Inc.
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
National Fire Protection Association, Inc.
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
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UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER
Confined and Unconfined Space
PROVIDING ADEQUATE
VENTILATION
AIR FOR
TheNationalFuelGasCodeANSI Z223.1/
NFPA 54 defines a confined space as a
space whose volume is less than 50 cubic
feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8 m3 per kw)
of the aggregate input rating of all appli-
ances installed in that space and an uncon-
fined space as a space whose volume is not
less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per
hour (4.8 m3 per kw) of the aggregate input
rating of all appliances installed in that
space. Rooms communicating directly with
the space in which the appliances are in-
stalled*, through openings not furnished
with doors, are considered a part of the
unconfined space.
COMBUSTION AND
VENTILATION
The following are excerpts from Na-
tional Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/
NFPA 54, Section 5.3, Air for Combus-
tion and Ventilation.
WARNING: This heater shall
not be installed in a confined
space or unusually tight con-
struction unless provisions are
provided for adequate combus-
tion and ventilation air. Read
the following instructions to in-
sure proper fresh air for this
and other fuel-burning appli-
ances in your home.
All spaces in homes fall into one of the three
following ventilation classifications:
1. Unusually Tight Construction
2. Unconfined Space
3. Confined Space
The information on pages 4 through 6 will
help you classify your space and provide
adequate ventilation.
Today’s homes are built more energy effi-
cient than ever. New materials, increased
insulation, and new construction methods
helpreduceheatlossinhomes.Homeowners
weather strip and caulk around windows and
doorstokeepthecoldairoutandthewarmair
in. During heating months, home owners
want their homes as airtight as possible.
* Adjoining rooms are communicating only
iftherearedoorlesspassagewaysorventila-
tion grills between them.
Unusually Tight Construction
The air that leaks around doors and win-
dows may provide enough fresh air for
combustion and ventilation. However, in
buildings of unusually tight construction,
you must provide additional fresh air.
Unusually tight construction is de-
fined as construction where:
While it is good to make your home energy
efficient, your home needs to breathe. Fresh
air must enter your home. All fuel-burning
appliances need fresh air for proper com-
bustion and ventilation.
a. walls and ceilings exposed to the
outside atmosphere have a con-
tinuous water vapor retarder with
a rating of one perm (6 x 10-11 kg
per pa-sec-m2) or less with open-
ings gasketed or sealed and
Exhaustfans, fireplaces, clothesdryers, and
fuel burning appliances draw air from the
house to operate. You must provide ad-
equate fresh air for these appliances. This
will insure proper venting of vented fuel-
burning appliances.
b. weather stripping has been
added on openable windows and
doors and
c. caulking or sealants are applied
to areas such as joints around
window and door frames, be-
tween sole plates and floors, be-
tween wall-ceiling joints, be-
tween wall panels, at penetra-
tions for plumbing, electrical, and
gas lines, and at other openings.
If your home meets all of the three
criteria above, you must provide ad-
ditional fresh air. See Ventilation Air
From Outdoors, page 6.
If your home does not meet all of the
three criteria above, proceed to De-
termining Fresh-Air Flow For Heater
Location, page 5.
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AIR FOR COMBUSTION
AND VENTILATION
Continued
DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR HEATER 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 heater plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between
the rooms.
1. Determine the volume of the space (length x width x height).
Length x Width x Height = _________________cu. ft. (volume of space)
Example: Space size 20 ft. (length) x 16 ft. (width) x 8 ft. (ceiling height) = 2560 cu. ft. (volume of space)
If additional ventilation to adjoining room is supplied with grills or openings, add the volume of these rooms to the total volume of
the space.
2. Multiply the space volume by 20 to determine the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support.
_______________ (volume of space) x 20 = (maximum Btu/Hr the space can support)
Example: 2560 cu. ft. (volume of space) x 20 = 51,200 (maximum Btu/Hr the space can support)
3. Add the Btu/Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space.
Vent-free heater
Gas water heater*
Gas furnace
Vented gas heater
Gas fireplace logs
_______________ Btu/Hr
_______________ Btu/Hr
_______________ Btu/Hr
_______________ Btu/Hr
_______________ Btu/Hr
Example:
Gas water heater
Vent-free heater
Total
40,000
31,500
71,500
Btu/Hr
Btu/Hr
Btu/Hr
+
=
Other gas appliances* + _______________ Btu/Hr
Total = _______________ Btu/Hr
* Do not include direct-vent gas appliances. Direct-vent draws combustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors.
4. Compare the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support with the actual amount of Btu/Hr used.
_________________ Btu/Hr (maximum the space can support)
_________________ Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used)
Example: 51,200 Btu/Hr (maximum the space can support)
71,500 Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used)
The space in the above example is a confined space because the actual Btu/Hr used is more than the maximum Btu/Hr the space cansupport.
You must provide additional fresh air. Your options are as follows:
A. Rework worksheet, adding the space of an adjoining room. If the extra space provides an unconfined space, remove door to adjoin-
ing room or add ventilation grills between rooms. See Ventilation Air From Inside Building, page 6.
B. Vent room directly to the outdoors. See Ventilation Air From Outdoors, page 6.
C. Install a lower Btu/Hr heater, if lower Btu/Hr size makes room unconfined.
If the actual Btu/Hr used is less than the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support, the space is an unconfined space. You will need no
additional fresh air ventilation.
WARNING: If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that defined as an unconfined space
or if the building is of unusually tight construction, provide adequate combustion and ventilation air by one of
themethodsdescribedintheNationalFuelGasCode,ANSIZ223.1/NFPA54,Section5.3orapplicablelocalcodes.
Continued
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UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER
AIR FOR
12"
COMBUSTION AND
VENTILATION
Ventilation
Continued
Ventilation Grills
Into Adjoining Room,
Option 2
Grills
Into Adjoining
Room,
VENTILATION AIR
Or
Remove
Door into
Adjoining
Room,
Option
3
Ventilation Air From Inside
Building
Option 1
Thisfreshairwouldcomefromanadjoining
unconfined space. When ventilating to an
adjoining unconfined space, you must pro-
vide two permanent openings: one within
12" of the ceiling and one within 12" of the
floor on the wall connecting the two spaces
(see options 1 and 2, Figure 2). You can also
remove door into adjoining room (see op-
tion 3, Figure 2). Follow the National Fuel
Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Section
5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation for
required size of ventilation grills or ducts.
12"
Figure 2 - Ventilation Air from Inside Building
Ventilation Air From Outdoors
Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation
grills or ducts. You must provide two per-
manent openings: one within 12" of the
ceiling and one within 12" of the floor.
Connect these items directly to the outdoors
orspacesopentotheoutdoors.Thesespaces
include attics and crawl spaces. Follow the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/
NFPA 54, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion
and Ventilation for required size of ventila-
tion grills or ducts.
Ventilated
Outlet
Attic
Air
Outlet
Air
To Attic
To
Crawl
Space
IMPORTANT: Do not provide openings for
inlet or outlet air into attic if attic has a
thermostat-controlledpowervent.Heatedair
enteringtheatticwillactivatethepowervent.
Inlet
Air
Ventilated
Crawl Space
Inlet Air
Figure 3 - Ventilation Air from Outdoors
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OWNER’S MANUAL
INSTALLATION
MINIMUM FIREPLACE
CLEARANCE TO
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
WARNING: Never install the
heater
NOTICE: This heater is intended
for use as supplemental heat.
Use this heater along with your
primary heating system. Do not
install this heater as your pri-
mary heat source. If you have a
central heating system, you may
run system’s circulating blower
while using heater. This will help
circulatetheheatthroughoutthe
house. In the event of a power
outage, you can use this heater
as your primary heat source.
• in a bedroom or bathroom un-
less installed as a vented ap-
pliance (see page 10)
• in a recreational vehicle
• where curtains, furniture,
clothing, or other flammable
objectsarelessthan42inches
from the front, top, or sides of
the heater
Log Size Side Wall Ceiling
18", 24",
and 30"
16"
42"
LOG SIZING REQUIREMENTS
Log
Minimum Firebox
• in high traffic areas
• in windy or drafty areas
Size Height Depth Front Rear*
Width Width
18"
24"
30"
17"
17"
17"
14"
14"
14"
24"
28"
34"
20"
21"
24"
CAUTION: This heater cre-
ates warm air currents. These
currents move heat to wall sur-
faces next to heater. Installing
heater next to vinyl or cloth wall
coverings or operating heater
where impurities (such as, but
not limited to, tobacco smoke,
aromatic candles, cleaning flu-
ids,oilorkerosenelamps,etc.)in
the air exist, may discolor walls
or cause odors.
WARNING: A qualified ser-
vice person must install heater.
Follow all local codes.
*Measured at 14” depth
Carefullyfollowtheinstructionsbelow.This
will ensure safe installation into a masonry,
factory built UL127-listed manufactured
fireplace, or listed vent-free firebox.
NOTICE:Stateorlocalcodesmay
onlyallowoperationofthisappli-
ance in a vented configuration.
Check your state or local codes.
Minimum Clearances For Side
Combustible Material, Side Wall,
and Ceiling
A. Clearances from the side of the fireplace
cabinet to any combustible material and
wall should follow diagram in Figure 4.
WARNING: Before installing
in a solid fuel burning fireplace,
thechimneyflueandfireboxmust
be cleaned of soot, creosote,
ashes and loose paint by a quali-
fied chimney cleaner. Creosote
will ignite if highly heated. A dirty
chimneyflueandfireboxmaycre-
ate and distribute soot within the
house. Inspect chimney flue for
damage. If damaged, operate
heater with flue damper closed.
IMPORTANT:Vent-freeheatersaddmois-
ture to the air. Although this is beneficial,
installing heater in rooms without enough
ventilation air may cause mildew to form
from too much moisture. See Air for Com-
bustion and Ventilation, pages 4 through 6.
Example: The face of a mantel, book-
shelf, etc. is made of combustible ma-
terial and protrudes 3 1/2" from the wall.
This combustible material must be 4"
from the side of the fireplace cabinet
(see Figure 4).
CHECK GAS TYPE
Note:When installing your gas logs into
a manufactured firebox, follow firebox
manufacturer’s instructions for minimum
clearances to combustible materials.
Useonlypropane/LPgas.Ifyourgassupply
is not propane/LP, do not install heater. Call
dealer where you bought heater for proper
type heater.
B. Clearances from the top of the fireplace
opening to the ceiling should not be less
than 42 inches.
WARNING: Seal any fresh air
vents or ash clean-out doors lo-
catedonfloororwalloffireplace.
If not, drafting may cause pilot
outage or sooting. Use a heat-
resistant sealant. Do not seal
chimney flue damper.
INSTALLATION AND
CLEARANCES (Vent-Free
Operation Only)
Example
WARNING:Maintainthemini-
mum clearances. If you can, pro-
vide greater clearances from
floor, ceiling, and adjoining wall.
*Minimum 16 inches from Side Wall
Figure 4 - Minimum Clearance for
Combustible to Wall
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UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER
If Using Mantel
if noncombustible material is more than
INSTALLATION
12", you may need the hood accessory to
deflect heat away from your mantel shelf.
See Figure 5 and Figures 6 and 7 on page 9
for minimum clearances.
You must have noncombustible material(s)
above the fireplace opening. Noncombus-
tible materials (such as slate, marble, tile,
etc.) must be at least 1/2 inch thick. With
sheet metal, you must have noncombustible IMPORTANT: If you cannot meet these
material behind it. Noncombustible mate- minimum clearances, you must operate
rial must extend at least 8 inches up (for all heater with chimney flue damper open. Go
models). If noncombustible material is less to Installing Damper Clamp Accessory for
than 12", you must install the fireplace hood Vented Operation, page 10.
accessory (24" and 30" models only). Even
Continued
NOTICE: Manual control heaters
maybeusedasaventedproduct.
If so, you must always run heater
with chimney flue damper open.
If running heater with damper
open, noncombustible material
above fireplace opening is not
needed. Go to Installing Damper
Clamp Accessory for Vented
Operation, page 10.
Noncombustible
Material Distance (A)
Requirements for
Safe Installation
Minimum Noncombustible
Material Clearances
12" or more
Noncombustible material OK.
Between 8" and 12"
24" or 30" Models: Install fireplace hood accessory
(GA6050, GA6052, or GA6053, see Accessories,
page 21).
If Not Using Mantel
Note: If using a mantel, proceed to If Using
a Mantel. If not using a mantel, follow the
information below.
18" Model: Noncombustible material OK.
Less than 8"
Noncombustible material must be extended to at
least 8". See Between 8" and 12", above. If you
cannot extend material, you must operate heater
with flue damper open.
You must have noncombustible material(s)
above the fireplace opening. Noncombus-
tible materials (such as slate, marble, tile,
etc.) must be at least 1/2 inch thick. With
sheet metal, you must have noncombustible
material behind it. Noncombustible mate-
rial must extend at least 8" up (for all mod-
els). If noncombustible material is less than
12", you must install the fireplace hood
accessory (24" and 30" models only). See
Figure 5 for minimum clearances.
Heat Resistant
Material
(A)
IMPORTANT: If you cannot meet these
minimum clearances, you must operate
heater with chimney flue damper open. Go
to Installing Damper Clamp Accessory for
Vented Operation, page 10.
Figure 5 - Heat Resistant Material (Slate,
Marble, Tile, etc.) Above Fireplace
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INSTALLATION
Mantel Shelf
Underside of
Mantel Shelf
10"
8"
Continued
6"
MANTEL CLEARANCES
2 1/2"
Inadditiontomeetingnoncombustiblemate-
rial clearances, you must also meet required
clearances between fireplace opening and
mantel shelf. If you do not meet the clear-
ances listed below, you will need a hood.
All minimum
distances are
in inches
Minimum Non-
Combustible
Material
(A)
Log Set
24"/30" Models
12"
8"
18"
8"
20"
14"
22"
17"
24"
20"
Determining Minimum Mantel
Clearance
18" Model
If you meet minimum clearance between
mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening, a
hood is not required (see Figure 6).
Top of Fireplace
Opening
Minimum Non-
Combustible
Material Height
Distances to
Underside of
Mantel
Determining Minimum Mantel
Clearance When Using a Hood
If minimum clearances in Figure 6 are not
met, you must have a hood. When using a
hood there are still certain minimum mantel
clearancesrequired.Followminimumclear-
ances shown in Figure 7 when using hood.
Figure 6 - Minimum Mantel Clearances Without Using Hood
Mantel Shelf
12"
Underside of
Mantel Shelf
10"
8"
NOTICE:Surfacetemperaturesof
adjacent walls and mantels be-
comehotduringoperation.Walls
and mantels above the firebox
may become hot to the touch. If
installedproperly,thesetempera-
turesmeettherequirementofthe
national product standard. Fol-
low all minimum clearances
shown in this manual.
6"
2 1/2"
All minimum
distances are
in inches
Minimum Non-
Combustible
Material
8"
Min.
12"
15"
18"
20"
Top of Fireplace
Opening
Hood
(HDABK, HDABR)
Distances to
Underside of
Mantel
NOTICE: If your installation does
notmeettheminimumclearances
shown, you must do one of the
following:
• operate the logs only with the
flue damper open
• raise the mantel to an accept-
able height
Figure 7 - Minimum Mantel Clearances When Using Hood
• remove the mantel
FLOOR CLEARANCES
Combustible
Material
Hearth
t
A. If installing appliance on the floor level,
you must maintain the minimum dis-
tance of 14" to combustibles (see Fig-
ure 8).
Combustible
5”
14"
Min.
Material
Min.
Figure 9 - Minimum Fireplace Clearances
Above Combustible Flooring
B. If combustible materials are less than
14" to the fireplace, you must install
appliance at least 5" above the combus-
tible flooring (see Figure 9).
M
Noncombustible
Material
Figure 8 - Minimum Fireplace Clearances
If Installed at Floor Level
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UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER
See chart below for minimum permanent
flue opening you must provide. Attach
damper clamp so the minimum permanent
flue opening will be maintained at all times.
INSTALLING HEATER BASE
ASSEMBLY
INSTALLATION
Continued
INSTALLING DAMPER
CLAMP ACCESSORY FOR
VENTED OPERATION
WARNING: You must secure
this heater to fireplace floor. If
not, heater will move when you
adjust controls. Moving heater
may cause a gas leak.
Chimney
Minimum Permanent
Height (ft.) Flue Opening (sq. ins.)
Note: When used as a vented heater, appli-
ance must be installed only in a solid-fuel
burning fireplace with a working flue and
constructed of non combustible material.
6' to 15'
15' to 30'
39 sq. inches
29 sq. inches
WARNING: If installing in a
sunken fireplace, special care is
needed. You must raise the fire-
place floor to allow access to
heater control panel. This will in-
sure adequate air flow and guard
against sooting. Raise fireplace
floor with noncombustible mate-
rial. Make sure material is secure.
Area of Various Standard
Round Flues
Youmayusethisheaterasaventedproduct.
There are three reasons for operating your
heater in the vented mode:
Diameter (ins.) Area (sq. ins.)
5"
6"
7"
8"
20 sq. inches
29 sq. inches
39 sq. inches
51 sq. inches
1. The fireplace does not meet the clear-
ance to combustibles requirements for
vent-free operation
2. State or local codes do not permit vent-
free operation
3. You prefer vented operation
Ifreasonsnumber1or2aboveapplytoyou,
you must permanently open chimney flue
damper. You must install the damper clamp
accessory (to order, see Accessories, page
21). This will insure vented operation (see
Figure 10). The damper clamp will keep
damper open. Installation instructions are
included with clamp accessory.
CAUTION: Do not pick up
heater base assembly by the
burner. This could damage
heater. Only handle base assem-
bly by grates.
CAUTION: Do not remove the
dataplatesattachedtotheheater
base assembly. The data plates
contain important warranty and
safety information.
Damper
Clamp
Damper
IMPORTANT:Makesuretheheaterburner
is level. If heater is not level, heater will not
work properly.
Damper
Clamp
Damper
Damper
Masonry Fireplace
Manufactured Fireplace
Figure 10 - Attaching Damper Clamp
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OWNER’S MANUAL
INSTALLATION
Heater Gas
Regulator
Continued
Installation Items Needed
• hardware package (provided with heater)
• approved flexible gas hose (not provided)
(if allowed by local codes)
Fitting
Flexible Gas Hose
(if allowed by local
codes)
• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not
provided)
• electric drill with 3/16" drill bit (metal
or masonry as applicable)
Figure 11 - Attaching Flexible Gas Hose to Heater Gas Regulator
• flathead screwdriver
1. Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male
threads of the fitting to be threaded into
gas regulator. Connect approved flex-
ible gas hose to gas regulator of heater
(see Figure 11).
Masonry Screw
IMPORTANT: Hold gas regulator with
wrench when connecting flexible gas hose.
2. Locate two masonry screws in hard-
ware package.
3. Place heater base in fireplace.
4. Place logs in their proper position on
heater base.
5. Center heater base and logs front-to-
back and side-to-side in fireplace.
Bracket with
Screw Holes
6. Carefully remove logs without moving
heater base.
7. Mark screw locations through one hole
on each side of the mounting bracket
(see Figure 12). If installing in a brick-
bottom fireplace, mark screw locations
in mortar joint of bricks.
Figure 12 - Attaching Base Assembly to Fireplace Floor
8. Remove heater base from fireplace.
9. Drill holes at marked locations using
3/16" drill bit.
10. Attach base assembly to fireplace floor
using two masonry screws (in hardware
package).
11. Connect to gas supply. See Connect-
ing To Gas Supply, page 12.
12. Replace logs on heater base.
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External Regulator
Installationmustincludeaequipmentshutoff
valve, union, and plugged 1/8" NPT tap.
Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge
hook up. NPT tap must be upstream from
heater (see Figure 14).
INSTALLATION
Propane/LP
Supply Tank
Continued
CONNECTING TO GAS
SUPPLY
IMPORTANT: Install equipment shutoff
valve in an accessible location. The equip-
ment shutoff valve is for turning on or
shutting off the gas to the appliance.
WARNING: A qualified ser-
vice person must connect heater
to gas supply. Follow all local
codes.
Check your building codes for any special
requirementsforlocatingequipmentshutoff
valve to fireplaces.
CAUTION: Never connect
heater directly to the propane/LP
supply. This heater requires an
externalregulator(notsupplied).
Install the external regulator be-
tweentheheaterandpropane/LP
supply.
ApplypipejointsealantlightlytomaleNPT
threads. This will prevent excess sealant
from going into pipe. Excess sealant in pipe
could result in clogged heater valves.
Vent Pointing Down
Figure 13 - External Regulator With Vent
Pointing Down
WARNING: Never connect
heater to private (non-utility) gas
wells. This gas is commonly
known as wellhead gas.
CAUTION:Usepipejointseal-
ant that is resistant to liquid pe-
troleum (LP) gas.
Installation Items Needed
Beforeinstallingheater,makesureyouhave
the items listed below.
We recommend that you install a sediment
trap in supply line as shown in Figure 13.
Locate sediment trap where it is within
reach for cleaning. Install in piping system
betweenfuelsupplyandheater.Locatesedi-
ment trap where trapped matter is not likely
to freeze. A sediment trap traps moisture
and contaminants. This keeps them from
going into heater controls. If sediment trap
is not installed or is installed wrong, heater
may not run properly.
CAUTION: Use only new,
black iron or steel pipe. Inter-
nally-tinned copper tubing may
be used in certain areas. Check
yourlocalcodes.Usepipeof1/2"
diameter or greater to allow
proper gas volume to heater. If
pipe is too small, undue loss of
volume will occur.
• external regulator (supplied by installer)
• piping (check local codes)
• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)
• equipment shutoff valve *
• test gauge connection *
• sediment trap
• tee joint
• pipe wrench
* ACSAdesign-certifiedequipmentshutoff
valve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable
alternative to test gauge connection. Pur-
chase the optional CSA design-certified
equipment shutoff valve from your dealer.
See Accessories, page 21.
CAUTION: Avoid damage to
regulator.Holdgasregulatorwith
wrenchwhenconnectingittogas
piping and/or fittings.
From External
Regulator
(11" W.C.** to
14" W.C.
CSA Design-Certified
Equipment Shutoff Valve
With 1/8" NPT Tap
The installer must supply an external regu-
lator. The external regulator will reduce
incoming gas pressure. You must reduce
incominggaspressuretobetween11and14
inches of water. If you do not reduce incom-
ing gas pressure, heater regulator damage
could occur. Install external regulator with
the vent pointing down as shown in Figure
13. Pointing the vent down protects it from
freezing rain or sleet.
Pressure)
Gas
Regulator
Tee Joint
Approved Flexible
Gas Hose (if allowed
by local codes)
Pipe
Nipple
3" Minimum
Cap
Sediment Trap
Figure 14 - Gas Connection
* Minimum inlet pressure for purpose of input adjustment.
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Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than
1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa)
Pressure Testing Heater Gas
Connections
1. Open equipment shutoff valve (see Fig-
ure 15).
INSTALLATION
Continued
1. Close equipment shutoff valve (see Fig-
ure 15).
CHECKING GAS
CONNECTIONS
2. Pressurize supply piping system by ei-
ther using compressed air or opening
propane/LP supply tank valve.
2. Open propane/LP supply tank valve.
3. Make sure control knob of heater is in
the OFF position.
WARNING: Test all gas pip-
ing and connections for leaks
after installing or servicing. Cor-
rect all leaks at once.
3. Check all joints from propane/LP sup-
ply tank to equipment shutoff valve (see
Figure 16). Apply a noncorrosive leak
detection fluid to gas joints. Bubbles
forming show a leak.
4. Check all joints from equipment shutoff
valve to control valve (see Figure 16).
Apply a noncorrosive leak detection
fluid to gas joints. Bubbles forming
show a leak.
4. Correct all leaks at once.
WARNING:Neveruseanopen
flame to check for a leak. Apply a
noncorrosive leak detection fluid
toalljoints.Bubblesformingshow
a leak. Correct all leaks at once.
5. Correct all leaks at once.
6. Light heater (see Operating Heater,
pages 15 and 16). Check all other in-
ternal joints for leaks.
Equipment
Shutoff
Valve
Open
7. Turn off heater (see To Turn Off Gas to
Appliance, page 16).
CAUTION: Make sure exter-
nal regulator has been installed
between propane/LP supply and
heater.SeeguidelinesunderCon-
necting to Gas Supply, page 12.
Closed
Figure 15 - Equipment Shutoff Valve
Control Valve
Location
Equipment
Shutoff
Valve
Pressure Testing Gas Supply
Piping System
Propane/LP
Supply Tank
Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG
(3.5 kPa)
1. Disconnect appliance with its appliance
main gas valve (control valve) and equip-
ment shutoff valve from gas supply pip-
ing system. Pressures in excess of 1/2
psig will damage heater regulator.
2. Cap off open end of gas pipe where
equipment shutoff valve was connected.
3. Pressurize supply piping system by ei-
ther using compressed air or opening
propane/LP supply tank valve.
Figure 16 - Checking Gas Joints
4. Check all joints of gas supply piping
system. Apply a noncorrosive leak de-
tection fluid to gas joints. Bubbles
forming show a leak.
5. Correct all leaks at once.
6. Reconnect heater and equipment
shutoff valve to gas supply. Check re-
connected fittings for leaks
Continued
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One Piece
Log Set
INSTALLATION
Continued
INSTALLING LOGS
WARNING:Failuretoposition
thepartsinaccordancewiththese
diagrams or failure to use only
parts specifically approved with
this heater may result in property
damage or personal injury.
CAUTION: After installation
andperiodicallythereafter,check
to ensure that no flame comes in
contact with any log. With the
heater set to High, check to see if
Burner
flames contact any log. If so, re-
position logs according to the
loginstallationinstructionsinthis
manual. Flames contacting logs
will create soot.
Chassis
"U"-shaped
Cutout in
Chassis
Figure 17 - Installing Heat Majic™ One-
Piece Log Set
Itisveryimportanttoinstallthelogsexactly
as instructed. Do not modify logs. Only use
logs supplied with heater.
One Piece
Burner
Log Set
Ports
1. Place one-piece log set on grate to fit
as illustrated in Figure 17. Make sure
bottom of front log is in front of “U”-
shaped cutout in center of chassis (see
Figure 17).
IMPORTANT: Make sure log does not
cover any burner ports.
2. Place lava rock on fireplace floor
around base of heater.
Figure 18 - Installing Heat Majic™ One-
Piece Log Set (Top View)
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4. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any
gas. Then smell for gas, including
near the floor. If you smell gas,
STOP! Follow “B” in the safety in-
formation in column 1. If you don’t
LIGHTING
INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING
HEATER
FOR YOUR SAFETY
WARNING:
• If fireplace has glass doors,
never operate this heater with
glassdoorsclosed.Ifyouoper-
ate heater with doors closed,
heatbuildupinsidefireplacewill
cause glass to burst. Also if
fireplace opening has vents at
the bottom, you must open the
vents before operating heater.
• You must operate this heater
withafireplacescreeninplace.
Make sure fireplace screen is
closed before running heater.
READ BEFORE
LIGHTING
smell gas, go to the next step.
5. Slightly depress and turn control
knob counterclockwise
to
C-clockwise
the PILOT position. Keep control
knob pressed in for five (5) seconds
(see Figure 19).
WARNING: If you do not fol-
low these instructions exactly, a
fireorexplosionmayresultcaus-
ing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
Note: You may be running this
heater for the first time after hook-
ing up to gas supply. If so, the con-
trol knob may need to be pressed in
for 30 seconds or more. This will al-
low air to bleed from the gas system.
• If control knob does not pop out
when released, contact a qualified
service person or gas supplier for
repairs.
A. This appliance has a pilot which must
be lighted by hand. When lighting the
pilot, follow these instructions exactly.
B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all
around the appliance area for gas. Be
sure to smell next to the floor because
some gas is heavier than air and will
settle on the floor.
NOTICE: During initial operation
of new heater, burning logs will
give off a paper-burning smell.
Open damper or window to vent
smell.Thiswillonlylastafewhours.
6. With control knob pressed in, press
and release ignitor button. This will
light pilot. The pilot is attached to the
burner. If needed, keep pressing ig-
nitor button until pilot lights.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL
GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electric switch; do
not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbor’s phone. Follow
the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas sup-
plier, call the fire department.
Note: Home owners generally prefer to
operate their heater with the chimney
damper closed. This will put all the heat
into the room. However, there may be
times you will desire the full flames of the
HI heat setting but will find the heat
output excessive. You can open the chim-
ney damper (if you have one) fully or
partially to release some of the heat.
Note: If pilot does not light, contact
a qualified service person or gas sup-
plier for repairs. Until repairs are
made, light pilot with match. To light
pilot with match, see Manual Light-
ing Procedure on page 16.
C. Use only your hand to push in or turn
the gas control knob. Never use tools.
If the knob will not push in or turn
by hand, don’t try to repair it, call a
qualified service technician or gas
supplier. Force or attempted repair
may result in a fire or explosion.
7. Keep control knob pressed in for 30
seconds after lighting pilot. After 30
seconds, release control knob.
WARNING: Damper handle
will be hot if heater has been
running.
Note: If pilot goes out, repeat steps
3 through 7.
8. Slightly depress and turn control
D. Do not use this appliance if any part 1. STOP! Read the safety information,
C-clockwise
knob counterclockwise
to
has been under water. Immediately
call a qualified service technician to
inspect the appliance and to replace
any part of the control system and
any gas control which has been un-
der water.
column 1.
the HIGH position. The burner
should light. Set control knob to any
heat level between HIGH and LO.
2. Make sure equipment shutoff valve
is fully open.
3. Press in and turn control knob clock-
Thermocouple
Ignitor
wise
to the OFF position.
Clockwise
Electrode
Pilot Burner
Control Knob
Ignitor Button
HI
PILOT
Figure 20 - Pilot
OFF
LO
(Note: Appearance of pilot assembly may
vary by model.)
Figure 19 - Control Knob and Ignitor Button Location
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BURNER PRIMARY AIR
HOLES
OPERATING
INSPECTING
BURNERS
HEATER
Air is drawn into the burner through the
holes in the fitting at the burner entrance.
These holes may become blocked with dust
or lint. Periodically inspect these holes for
any blockage and clean if needed. Blocked
air holes will create soot.
Continued
Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame
patterns often.
VARIABLE CONTROL
OPERATION
PILOT FLAME PATTERN
The variable control valve can be set to
anyheatsettingandflameheightdesired,
by simply turning the control knob until
that setting is attained. Even the lowest
setting provides realistic, dancing yellow
flames.Selectinghighersettingsproduces
greater heat output. This results in in-
creased heating comfort.
Figure 21 shows a correct pilot flame pat-
tern. Figure 22 shows an incorrect pilot
flame pattern. (Note: Appearance of pilot MAIN BURNER
assembly may vary by model.) The incor-
Periodically inspect all burner flame holes
rect pilot flame is not touching the thermo-
couple. This will cause the thermocouple to
cool. When the thermocouple cools, the
heater will shut down.
with the heater running. All slotted burner
flame holes should be open with yellow
flame present. All round burner flame holes
should be open with a small blue flame
present. Some burner flame holes may be-
come blocked by debris or rust, with no
flame present. If so, turn off heater and let
cool. Remove blockage. Blocked burner
flame holes will create soot.
If pilot flame pattern is incorrect, as shown
in Figure 22
WARNING: Do not operate
heater between PILOT and HIGH
positions.
• turn heater off (see To Turn Off Gas to
Appliance, column 1)
• see Troubleshooting, pages 17 through 19
CAUTION:Donottrytoadjust
heatinglevelsbyusingtheequip-
ment shutoff valve.
Pilot Burner
Thermocouple
TO TURN OFF GAS
TO APPLIANCE
Shutting Off Heater
1. Press in and turn control knob clock-
Figure 21 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern
wise
to the HIGH position.
Clockwise
2. Turn the control knob clockwise
Pilot Burner
to the PILOT position.
Clockwise
Thermocouple
3. Press in control knob and turn clock-
wise
to the OFF Position.
Clockwise
Shutting Off Burners Only (pilot
stays lit)
1. Turn the control knob clockwise
to the HIGH position.
Clockwise
Figure 22 - Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern
2. Press in and turn control knob clock-
wise
to the PILOT position.
Clockwise
MANUAL LIGHTING
PROCEDURE
1. Follow steps 1 through 5 under Light-
ing Instructions, page 15.
2. Depress control knob and light pilot
with match.
3. Keep control knob pressed in for 30
seconds after lighting pilot. After 30
seconds, release control knob. Now
follow step 8, page 15.
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Note: For additional help, visit DESA
International’s Technical Service web
WARNING: Turn off and un-
CAUTION: Never use a wire,
needle, or similar object to clean
ODS/pilot.ThiscandamageODS/
pilot unit.
plug heater and let cool before
servicing. Only a qualified ser-
vice person should service and
repair heater.
Note:Alltroubleshootingitemsarelistedin
order of operation.
OBSERVED PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
REMEDY
When ignitor button is pressed, there is no 1. Ignitor electrode not connected to igni- 1. Reconnect ignitor cable
spark at ODS/pilot
tor cable
2. Ignitor cable pinched or wet
2. Free ignitor cable if pinched by any
metal or tubing. Keep ignitor cable dry
3. Tighten nut holding piezo ignitor to base
panel of log set. Nut is located behind
base panel.
3. Piezo ignitor nut is loose
4. Broken ignitor cable
4. Replace ignitor cable
5. Bad piezo ignitor
5. Replace piezo ignitor
6. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong
7. Ignitor electrode broken
6. Replace pilot assembly
7. Replace pilot assembly
When ignitor button is pressed, there is 1. Gas supply turned off or equipment 1. Turn on gas supply or open equipment
spark at ODS/pilot but no ignition
shutoff valve closed
shutoff valve
2. Control knob not in PILOT position
2. Turn control knob to PILOT position
3. Control knob not pressed in while in 3. Press in control knob while in PILOT
PILOT position
position
4. Air in gas lines when installed
4. Continue holding down control knob.
Repeat igniting operation until air is re-
moved
5. Depleted gas supply
6. ODS/pilot is clogged
5. Contact local propane/LP gas company
6. Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and
Maintenance, page 20) or replace ODS/
pilot assembly
7. Gas regulator setting is not correct
7. Replace gas regulator
ODS/pilot lights but flame goes out when 1. Control knob not fully pressed in
1. Press in control knob fully
control knob is released
2. Control knob not pressed in long enough 2. After ODS/pilot lights, keep control
knob pressed in 30 seconds
3. Safety interlock system has been triggered 3. Wait one minute for safety interlock sys-
tem to reset. Repeat ignition operation
4. Equipment shutoff valve not fully open 4. Fully open equipment shutoff valve
5. Pilot flame not touching thermocouple, 5. A) Contact local propane/LP gas company
which allows thermocouple to cool,
causing pilot flame to go out. This prob-
lem could be caused by one or both of
the following:
B) Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and
Maintenance, page 20 ) or replace ODS/
pilot assembly
A) Low gas pressure
B) Dirty or partially clogged ODS/pilot
6. Thermocouple connection loose at con- 6. Hand tighten until snug, then tighten 1/4
trol valve
turn more
7. Thermocouple damaged
8. Control valve damaged
7. Replace thermocouple
8. Replace control valve
Continued
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Continued
OBSERVED PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
REMEDY
Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit
1. Inlet gas pressure is too low
2. Burner orifice clogged
1. Contact local propane/LP gas company
2. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte-
nance, page 20) or replace burner orifice
3. Replace burner orifice
3. Burner orifice diameter is too small
Delayed ignition burner
1. Manifold pressure is too low
2. Burner orifice clogged
1. Contact local propane/LP gas company
2. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte-
nance, page 20) or replace burner orifice
Burner backfiring during combustion
1. Burner orifice is clogged or damaged
1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte-
nance, page 20) or replace burner orifice
2. Replace damaged burner
2. Damaged burner
3. Gas regulator defective
3. Replace gas regulator
Slightsmokeorodorduringinitialoperation 1. Not enough air
1. Check burner for dirt and debris. If
found, clean burner (see Cleaning and
Maintenance, page 20)
2. Gas regulator defective
2. Replace gas regulator
3. Residues from manufacturing processes 3. Problem will stop after a few hours of
and logs curing operation
Heater produces a whistling noise when 1. Turning control knob to HI position 1. Turn control knob to LO position and
burner is lit
when burner is cold
let warm up for a minute
2. Air in gas line
2. Operate burner until air is removed from
line. Have gas line checked by local pro-
pane/LP gas company
3. Air passageways on heater blocked
3. Observe minimum installation clear-
ances (see pages 7 through 9)
4. Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice 4. Clean burners (see Cleaning and Mainte-
nance, page 20) or replace burner orifice
Whitepowderresidueformingwithinburner 1. When heated, vapors from furniture pol- 1. Turn heater off when using furniture
box or on adjacent walls or furniture
ish, wax, carpet cleaners, etc. may turn
into white powder residue
polish, wax, carpet cleaners, or similar
products
Moisture/condensationnoticedonwindows 1. Not enough combustion/ventilation air
1. Refer to Air for Combustion and Venti-
lation requirements (pages 4 through 6)
Dark residue on logs or inside or fireplace
1. Improper log placement
1. Properly locate logs (see Installing Logs,
page 14)
2. Drafts or other air currents affecting 2. Eliminate source of drafts around heater
flame pattern
3. Air holes at burner inlet blocked
4. Burner flame holes blocked
3. Clean out air holes at burner inlet. Peri-
odically repeat as needed
4. Remove blockage
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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.
• Immediatelycallyourgassupplierfromaneighbor’sphone. Followthe
gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
IMPORTANT: Operating heater where impurities in air exist may create odors. Cleaning
supplies, paint, paint remover, cigarette smoke, cements and glues, new carpet or textiles,
etc., create fumes. These fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors. These odors
will disappear over time.
OBSERVED PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
REMEDY
Heater produces a clicking/ticking noise 1. Metal expanding while heating or con- 1. This is common with most heaters. If
just after burner is lit or shut off
tracting while cooling
noise is excessive, contact qualified ser-
vice person
Heater produces unwanted odors
1. Heater burning vapors from paint, hair 1. Open window and ventilate room. Stop
spray, glues, cleaners, chemicals, new
carpet, etc. (see IMPORTANT statement
above)
using odor causing products while heater
is running
2. Gas leak. SeeWarning statement at 2. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check-
top of page
ing Gas Connections, page 13)
Heater shuts off in use (ODS operates)
1. Not enough fresh air is available
2. Low line pressure
3. ODS/pilot is partially clogged
1. Open window and/or door for ventilation
2. Contact local propane/LP gas company
3. Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and
Maintenance, page 20)
Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF 1. Gas leak. SeeWarning statement at 1. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check-
position
top of page
ing Gas Connections, page 13)
2. Control valve defective
2. Replace control valve
Gas odor during combustion
1. Foreign matter between control valve 1. Take apart gas tubing and remove for-
and burner eign matter
2. Gas leak. SeeWarning statement at 2. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check-
top of page ing Gas Connections, page 13)
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4. Check the injector holder located at the
LOGS
CLEANING AND
end of the burner tube again. Remove
• If you remove logs for cleaning, refer to
Installing Logs, page 14, to properly re-
place logs.
MAINTENANCE
any large particles of dust, dirt, lint, or
pet hair with a soft cloth or vacuum
cleaner nozzle.
WARNING: Turn off heater
and let cool before cleaning.
• Replace log(s) if broken or chipped
(dime-sized or larger).
5. Blow air into the primary air holes on
the injector holder.
6. In case any large clumps of dust have MAIN BURNER
CAUTION: You must keep
control areas, burner, and circu-
lating air passageways of heater
clean. Inspect these areas of
heater before each use. Have
heaterinspectedyearlybyaquali-
fied service person. Heater may
needmorefrequentcleaningdue
to excessive lint from carpeting,
pet hair, bedding material, etc.
now been pushed into the burner repeat
Periodically inspect all burner flame holes
steps 3 and 4.
with the heater running. All slotted burner
flame holes should be open with yellow
flame present. All round burner flame holes
should be open with a small blue flame
present. Some burner flame holes may be-
come blocked by debris or rust, with no
flame present. If so, turn off heater and let
cool. Remove blockage. Blocked burner
flame holes will create soot.
Clean the pilot assembly also. A yellow tip
on the pilot flame indicates dust and dirt in
the pilot assembly. There is a small pilot air
inlet hole about two inches from where the
pilot flame comes out of the pilot assembly
(see Figure 23). With the unit off, lightly
blow air through the air inlet hole. You may
blowthroughadrinkingstrawifcompressed
air is not available.
Injector Holder
(May Be Brass
or Aluminum
Depending on
CLEANING BURNER
INJECTOR HOLDER AND
PILOT AIR INLET HOLE
SERVICE HINTS
Burner
Tube
When Gas Pressure Is Too Low
Model)
The primary air inlet holes allow the proper
amount of air to mix with the gas. This
provides a clean burning flame. Keep these
holes clear of dust, dirt, lint, and pet hair.
Clean these air inlet holes prior to each
heatingseason.Blockedairholeswillcreate
soot. We recommend that you clean the unit
every three months during operation and
have heater inspected yearly by a qualified
service person.
• pilot will not stay lit
• burners will have delayed ignition
• heater will not produce specified heat
• propane/LP gas supply may be low
You may feel your gas pressure is too low.
If so, contact your local propane/LP gas
supplier.
Primary Air Inlet
Holes (Shape of
Holes May Vary
by Model)
Figure 23 - Injector Holder On Outlet
Burner Tube
TECHNICAL
SERVICE
Wealsorecommendthatyoukeeptheburner
tube and pilot assembly clean and free of
dustanddirt.Tocleanthesepartswerecom-
mend using compressed air no greater than
30 PSI. Your local computer store, hard-
ware store, or home center may carry com-
pressed air in a can. You can use a vacuum
cleaner in the blow position. If using com-
pressed air in a can, please follow the direc-
tions on the can. If you don't follow direc-
tionsonthe can, youcoulddamage the pilot
assembly.
Ports/Slots
You may have further questions about in-
stallation, operation, or troubleshooting. If
so, contact Fireplace Manufacturers
Incorporated’s Technical Service Depart-
ment at 1-866-672-6040.
Burner
Tube
Pilot
Assembly
You can also visit DESA International’s
Technical Service web site at
Pilot Air
Inlet
Hole
1. Shut off the unit, including the pilot.
Allow the unit to cool for at least thirty
minutes.
2. Inspect burner, pilot, and primary air
inlet holes on injector holder for dust
and dirt (see Figure 22).
3. Blow air through the ports/slots and
holes in the burner.
Figure 24 - Pilot Inlet Air Hole
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DAMPER CLAMP - 02017
(Not Shown)
REPLACEMENT
PARTS
ACCESSORIES
Purchasetheseheateraccessoriesfromyour
local dealer. If they can not supply these
accessories, call Fireplace Manufacturers
Incorporated at 1-866-672-6040 for referral
information. You can also write to the ad-
dress listed on the back page of this manual.
For manually controlled models. Perma-
nentlyopenschimneyfluedamperforvented
operation.
Note: Use only original replacement parts.
Thiswillprotectyourwarrantycoveragefor
parts replaced under warranty.
LAVA ROCK - 02016
(Not Shown)
PARTS UNDER WARRANTY
Contact authorized dealers of this product.
If they can’t supply original replacement
part(s), call Fireplace Manufacturers
Incorporated’s Technical Service Depart-
mentat1-866-672-6040.WhencallingFire-
place Manufacturers Incorporated, have
ready
For all models. Order when additional rock
is desired. (1.8 lb. bag)
CLEANING KIT - GCK
(Not Shown)
For all models. Your vent-free gas appli-
ance requires regular cleaning and mainte-
nance to prevent performance problems.
This kit gives you the tools and instructions
to make it easy to clean all critical areas of
your appliance.
• your name and address
• model and serial numbers of your heater
• how heater was malfunctioning
• type of gas used (propane or natural gas)
• purchase date
FIREPLACE HOODS
Black - GA6050
Brass - GA6052
Usually, we will ask you to return the part to
the factory.
For all models. Helps deflect heat away
from mantel or wall above fireplace. Fits
openings 28" to 49" wide.
PARTS NOT UNDER
WARRANTY
Contact authorized dealers of this product.
If they can’t supply original replacement
part(s), call Fireplace Manufacturers Incor-
porated at 1-866-672-6040 for referral in-
formation. When calling Fireplace Manu-
facturers Incorporated, have ready
• model number of your heater
• the replacement part number
SPECIFICATIONS
Heat Majic™
18" Variable
Manually
Heat Majic™
24"/30" Variable
Manually
Controlled
Controlled
Btu (Variable)
Type Gas
16,000/27,000
Propane/LP Only
Piezo
16,000/31,500
Propane/LP Only
Piezo
Ignition
Pressure Manifold
8.0" W.C.
8.0" W.C.
Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water)
Maximum
14"
11"
14"
11"
Minimum*
Shipping Weight
36 lbs.
38 lbs.
* For input adjustment
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UNVENTED PROPANE/LP GAS LOG HEATER
1
ILLUSTRATED
PARTS
BREAKDOWN
HEAT MAJIC™
FVF18P
FVF24P
FVF30P
20
17
18
19
3
10
11
6
12
9
8
7
5
21
21
4
13
18
ODS Pilot
2
21
19
16
14
15
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This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the
instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 21 of this manual.
PARTS LIST
FVF18P
FVF24P
FVF30P
KEY
NO.
PART NUMBER FOR
FVF18P
FVF24P
FVF30P
DESCRIPTION
QTY
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
105186-01
098276-01
099553-01
102775-02CK
102844-01
102966-01
098867-10
102780-03
102798-01
099056-21
102843-01
102963-01
102568-08
098508-01
098354-01
102445-01
098249-01
099387-08
098271-07
099059-02
M11084-38
105186-02
098276-01
099553-01
102775-01CK
102844-01
102966-01
098867-10
102780-03
102798-01
099056-19
102843-01
102773-01
102568-08
098508-01
098354-01
102445-01
098249-01
099387-08
098271-07
099059-02
M11084-38
105186-03
098276-01
099553-01
102775-01CK
102844-01
102966-01
098867-10
102780-03
102798-01
099056-19
102843-01
102773-01
102568-08
098508-01
098354-01
102445-01
098249-01
099387-08
098271-07
099059-02
M11084-38
One-Piece Log Set
Hex Head Plug, 1/8" NPT
Pilot Shield
Painted Base Assembly
Lower Bracket
Upper Bracket
Gas Regulator
Outlet Burner Tube
Inlet Tube
Burner Orifice Injector
Burner Clip
Burner
Control Valve
Valve Retainer Nut
Control Knob
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
11
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
Piezo Ignitor
Nut, M5
Pilot Tube
Ignitor Cable
ODS Pilot
Screw, Hex Head (#8-18 x .38)
PARTS AVAILABLE — NOT SHOWN
100563-01
101055-02
100565-01
100639-01
101449-04
101137-02
02016
100563-01
100863-01
101055-02
100565-01
100639-01
101449-04
101137-02
02016
Warning Plate
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
101055-02
100565-01
100639-01
101449-04
101137-02
02016
Lighting Instructions Plate
Warning Plate Fastener
Caution Decal
Control Position Decal
Hardware Kit
Lava Rock
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
KEEP THIS WARRANTY
Model
Serial No.
Date Purchased
Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory.
We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable is our standard written warranty.
We make no other warranty, expressed or implied.
LIMITED WARRANTY
VENT-FREE GAS LOG HEATERS
FireplaceManufacturersIncorporatedwarrantsthisproducttobefreefromdefectsinmaterialsandcomponentsforfour(4)yearsfrom
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 Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented.
This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser. This warranty covers the cost of part(s) required to restore this heater
toproperoperatingconditionandanallowanceforlaborwhenprovidedbyaFireplaceManufacturersIncorporatedAuthorizedService
Center. Warranty part(s) MUST be obtained through authorized dealers of this product and/or Fireplace Manufacturers Incorporated
who will provide original factory replacement parts. Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty. The heater
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, transportation and any and all such other costs related to repairing a defective heater will be the responsibility of the owner.
TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THE LAW OF THE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS THE SALE OF THE
PRODUCT; THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTIES AND LIMITS
THE DURATION OF ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO FOUR (4) YEARS ON ALL COMPONENTS AND FROM THE DATE OF
FIRST PURCHASE; AND FIREPLACE MANUFACTURERS INCORPORATED’S LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE
PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND FIREPLACE MANUFACTURERS INCORPORATED SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FORANYOTHERDAMAGESWHATSOEVERINCLUDINGINDIRECT, INCIDENTALORCONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES.
Some states do not allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation on implied warranties, or exclusion or limitation on damages may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
For information about this warranty write:
2701 South Harbor Boulevard
Santa Ana, CA 92704
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