Vanguard Heating Indoor Fireplace 107156 01Epdf User Manual

UNVENTED (VENT-FREE)  
PROPANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE  
OWNER’S OPERATION AND  
INSTALLATION MANUAL  
®
Variable Manually-  
Controlled Model  
VSGF28PVA  
Thermostatically-  
Controlled Model  
VSGF28PTC  
Shown with  
optional cabinet  
mantel, hearth  
base, and trim  
accessories.  
with Split Oak Logs  
WARNING:Improperinstallation,ad-  
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.  
justment,alteration,service,ormain-  
tenance can cause injury or prop-  
erty damage. Refer to this manual  
for correct installation and opera-  
tional procedures. For assistance or  
additional information consult a  
qualified installer, service agency,  
or the gas supplier.  
— 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.  
WARNING: This is an unvented gas-  
firedheater.Itusesair(oxygen)from  
the room in which it is installed.  
Provisionsforadequatecombustion  
andventilationairmustbeprovided.  
RefertoAirforCombustionandVen-  
tilation section on page 4 of this  
manual.  
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a  
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s in-  
structions.  
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire  
department.  
Installation and service must be performed by a quali-  
fied installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.  
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket,* permanently located, manufactured  
(mobile) home, where not prohibited by local codes.  
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appli-  
ance is not convertible for use with other gases.  
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer  
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SAFETY INFORMATION  
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION  
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SAFETY INFORMATION  
Continued  
1. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on 15. Turn fireplace off and let cool before servicing. Only a quali-  
the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with  
fied service person should service and repair fireplace.  
other gases.  
16. Operating fireplace above elevations of 4,500 feet could cause  
pilot outage.  
2. Do not place propane/LP supply tank(s) inside any structure.  
Locate propane/LP supply tank(s) outdoors.  
17. To prevent performance problems, do not use propane/LP fuel  
tanks of less than 100 lbs. capacity.  
3. If you smell gas  
• shut off gas supply  
• do not try to light any appliance  
18. Provide adequate clearances around air openings.  
do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in  
your building  
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION  
• immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone.  
Follow the gas supplier’s instructions  
Crossover Log  
• if you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department  
Middle Log  
4. This fireplace shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom.  
Rear Log  
Front Log  
5. Do not use this fireplace as a wood-burning fireplace. Use only  
the logs provided with the fireplace.  
Rear  
6. Do not add extra logs or ornaments such as pine cones, ver-  
miculite, or rock wool. Using these added items can cause soot-  
ing. Do not add lava rock around base. Rock and debris could  
fall into the control area of fireplace.  
Burner  
Front Burner  
7. This fireplace is designed to be smokeless. If logs ever appear  
to smoke, turn off fireplace and call a qualified service person.  
Note: During initial operation, slight smoking could occur due  
to log curing and fireplace burning manufacturing residues.  
8. To prevent the creation of soot, follow the instructions in Clean-  
Figure 1 - Log Base Assembly, Split Oak Set  
ing and Maintenance, page 19.  
9. Before using furniture polish, wax, carpet cleaner, or similar  
products, turn heater off. If heated, the vapors from these prod-  
ucts may create a white powder residue within burner box or  
on adjacent walls or furniture.  
Top Louver  
Top Outer  
Assembly  
Casing  
Fireplace  
Hood  
Firebox  
Support  
10. This fireplace needs fresh air ventilation to run properly. This  
fireplace has an Oxygen Depletion Sensing (ODS) safety  
shutoff system. The ODS shuts down the fireplace if not enough  
fresh air is available. See Air for Combustion and Ventilation,  
pages 4 through 6. If fireplace keeps shutting off, see Trouble-  
shooting, pages 20 through 22.  
11. Do not run fireplace  
Optional Blower  
Assembly  
(Not Included)  
• where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored  
• under dusty conditions  
12. Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn paper or other  
objects.  
13. Do not use fireplace if any part has been exposed to or under  
water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to in-  
spect the fireplace and to replace any part of the control sys-  
tem and any gas control which has been under water.  
Screen  
Assembly  
Bottom Louver  
Assembly  
14. Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken. Do not operate  
fireplace if a log is chipped (dime-sized or larger).  
Figure 2 - Fireplace  
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LOCAL CODES  
UNPACKING  
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PRODUCT FEATURES  
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION  
LOCAL CODES  
Install and use fireplace 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*.  
BLOWER ASSEMBLY (VSGF28PTC)  
This fireplace has a blower assembly. The blower operates  
thermostaticallyandhasavariablespeedcontrol.Theblowercirculates  
heated air from the fireplace into the room. Use of blower is optional.  
Optional blower accessories are available for model VSGF28PVA.  
*Available from:  
American National Standards Institute, Inc.  
1430 Broadway  
THERMOSTAT CONTROL (VSGF28PTC)  
New York, NY 10018  
This fireplace has a thermostat sensing bulb and a control valve. The  
thermostat controls the heat output and flame height. This maintains a  
consistent room temperature. Even the lowest setting provides realistic  
flamesandglowingembersfromtwoburners.Selectinghighercomfort  
settingsallowsfireplacetorunlonger,producinggreaterheatoutput.At  
lower comfort settings, the fireplace will run less. This results in  
increased heating comfort. This can also result in lower gas bills.  
National Fire Protection Association, Inc.  
Batterymarch Park  
Quincy, MA 02269  
UNPACKING  
WARNING: Do not remove the data plates at-  
tached to the heater base assembly. The data plates  
contain important warranty and safety information.  
VARIABLE MANUAL CONTROL (VSGF28PVA)  
Thisfireplacehasavariablemanualcontrolvalvewhichallowstheuser  
to choose the heat setting that best suits his needs. Any setting between  
low and high may be selected by simply turning the control knob.  
1. With utility knife, cut the carton all the way around above the  
staples on the bottom tray. Lift the carton off the heater. Remove  
packing. Note: The hood is located in the packing on the right  
hand side of the heater front. Lift the heater off the bottom tray.  
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND  
VENTILATION  
2. Locate two screws above top corners of the fireplace screen.  
Remove and discard these screws. Lift fireplace screen up and  
pull out to remove.  
WARNING: This heater shall not be installed in a  
confined space or unusually tight construction un-  
less provisions are provided for adequate combus-  
tion and ventilation air. Read the following instruc-  
tions to insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel-  
burning appliances in your home.  
3. Remove protective packaging applied to logs, log base assem-  
bly, and fireplace.  
4. Remove fireplace hood from carton insert.  
5. Check all items for any shipping damage. If damaged, promptly  
inform dealer where you bought fireplace.  
Today’s homes are built more energy efficient than ever. New mate-  
rials, increased insulation, and new construction methods help reduce  
heat loss in homes. Home owners weather strip and caulk around  
windowsanddoorstokeepthecoldairoutandthewarmairin. During  
heatingmonths, homeownerswanttheirhomesasairtightaspossible.  
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 combustion and ventilation.  
Exhaustfans,fireplaces,clothesdryers,andfuelburningappliances  
drawairfromthehousetooperate.Youmustprovideadequatefresh  
air for these appliances. This will insure proper venting of vented  
fuel-burning appliances.  
PRODUCT FEATURES  
OPERATION  
This vent-free fireplace is clean burning. It requires no outside  
venting. There is no heat loss out a vent or up a chimney. Heat is  
generated by both realistic flames and glowing embers. When used  
without the blower, the fireplace requires no electricity making it  
ideal for emergency backup heat.  
SAFETY DEVICE  
This fireplace 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 system shuts off the fireplace if  
there is not enough fresh air.  
PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEM  
This fireplace has a piezo ignitor. This system requires no matches,  
batteries, or other sources to light fireplace.  
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AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION  
Providing Adequate Ventilation  
Determining Fresh-Air Flow for Heater Location  
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AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND  
VENTILATION  
Continued  
PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION  
The following are excerpts from National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI  
DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR  
HEATER LOCATION  
Z223.1/NFPA 54, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation.  
Determining if You Have a Confined or  
Unconfined Space  
All spaces in homes fall into one of the three following ventilation  
classifications:  
Use this work sheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space.  
1. Unusually Tight Construction  
2. Unconfined Space  
Space:Includestheroominwhichyouwillinstallheaterplusanyadjoining  
3. Confined Space  
rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills between the rooms.  
The information on pages 4 through 6 will help you classify your  
space and provide adequate ventilation.  
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)  
Unusually Tight Construction  
The air that leaks around doors and windows may provide enough  
fresh air for combustion and ventilation. However, in buildings of  
unusually tight construction, you must provide additional fresh air.  
If additional ventilation to adjoining room is supplied with grills or open-  
ings, 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.  
Unusually tight construction is defined as construc-  
tion where:  
__________ (volume of space) x 20 = (Maximum Btu/Hr the space  
can support)  
a. walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere  
have a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating  
of one perm (6 x 10-11 kg per pa-sec-m2) or less with  
openings gasketed or sealed and  
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.  
b. weather stripping has been added on openable win-  
dows and doors and  
Vent-free heater  
Gas water heater*  
Gas furnace  
_____________ Btu/Hr  
_____________ Btu/Hr  
_____________ Btu/Hr  
_____________ Btu/Hr  
_____________ Btu/Hr  
c. caulking or sealants are applied to areas such as  
joints around window and door frames, between sole  
plates and floors,between wall-ceiling joints, between  
wall panels, at penetrations for plumbing, electrical,  
and gas lines, and at other openings.  
Vented gas heater  
Gas fireplace logs  
Other gas appliances* + _____________ Btu/Hr  
Total = _____________ Btu/Hr  
If your home meets all of the three criteria above, you  
must provide additional fresh air. See Ventilation Air  
From Outdoors, page 6.  
* Do not include direct-vent gas appliances. Direct-vent draws com-  
bustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors.  
Example:  
If your home does not meet all of the three criteria above,  
proceed to Determining Fresh-Air Flow for Fireplace  
Location, column 2.  
40,000  
_____________ Btu/Hr  
Gas water heater  
Vent-free heater  
Total  
28,000  
+ _____________ Btu/Hr  
68,000  
= _____________ Btu/Hr  
Confined Space and Unconfined Space  
4. Compare the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support with the actual  
amount of Btu/Hr used.  
The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI 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 appliances installed in that space and an unconfined space as  
aspacewhosevolumeisnotlessthan50cubicfeetper1,000Btuper  
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 installed*, through openings not  
furnished with doors, are considered a part of the unconfined space.  
__________________ 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)  
73,000 Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used)  
* Adjoining rooms are communicating only if there are doorless  
passageways or ventilation grills between them.  
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AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION  
Determining Fresh-Air Flow for Heater Location (Cont.)  
Ventilation Air  
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AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND  
VENTILATION  
Continued  
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 can support. You must  
provide additional fresh air. Your options are as follows:  
12"  
A. Rework worksheet, adding the space of an adjoining room. If the  
extra space provides an unconfined space, remove door to adjoining  
room or add ventilation grills between rooms. See Ventilation Air From  
Inside Building.  
Ventilation  
Grills  
Into Adjoining  
Room,  
Ventilation Grills  
Into Adjoining Room,  
Option 2  
Or  
Remove  
Door into  
Adjoining  
Room,  
Option  
3
Option 1  
B. Vent room directly to the outdoors. See Ventilation Air From Outdoors.  
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.  
12"  
WARNING: If the area in which the heater may be  
operated is smaller than that defined as an uncon-  
fined space or if the building is of unusually tight  
construction,provideadequatecombustionandven-  
tilation air by one of the methods described in the  
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 Sec-  
tion 5.3 or applicable local codes.  
Figure 3 - Ventilation Air from Inside Building  
Ventilated  
Outlet  
Attic  
Air  
VENTILATION AIR  
Outlet  
Air  
Ventilation Air From Inside Building  
To Attic  
This fresh air would come from an adjoining unconfined space.  
When ventilating to an adjoining unconfined space, you must  
provide 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 3). You can also remove door into  
adjoining room (see option 3, Figure 3). 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.  
To  
Crawl  
Space  
Inlet  
Air  
Ventilated  
Crawl Space  
Inlet Air  
Ventilation Air From Outdoors  
Figure 4 - Ventilation Air from Outdoors  
Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts. You must  
provide two permanent openings: one within 12" of the ceiling and  
one within 12" of the floor. Connect these items directly to the  
outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors. These spaces 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 ventilation grills or ducts.  
IMPORTANT: Do not provide openings for inlet or outlet air into  
attic if attic has a thermostat-controlled power vent. Heated air  
entering the attic will activate the power vent.  
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INSTALLATION  
Check Gas Type  
Electrical Hookup  
Installing Hood  
7
INSTALLATION  
IMPORTANT: Vent-free heaters add moisture to the air. Although  
this is beneficial, installing fireplace in rooms without enough  
ventilation air may cause mildew to form from too much moisture.  
See Air for Combustion and Ventilation, pages 4 through 6.  
NOTICE: This heater is intended for use as supple-  
mental heat. Use this heater along with your primary  
heating system. Do not install this heater as your  
primary heat source. If you have a central heating  
system, you may run systems circulating blower  
while using heater. This will help circulate the heat  
throughoutthehouse. Intheeventofapoweroutage,  
you can use this heater as your primary heat source.  
IMPORTANT: Make sure the fireplace is level. If fireplace is not  
level, log set will not work properly.  
CHECK GAS TYPE  
Use only propane/LP gas. If your gas supply is not propane/LP gas,  
do not install fireplace. Call dealer where you bought fireplace for  
proper type fireplace.  
WARNING: A qualified service person must in-  
stall fireplace. Follow all local codes.  
ELECTRICAL HOOKUP  
(Model VSGF28PTC or VSGF28PVA with GA3750  
or GA3650T Series Blower)  
WARNING: Never install the fireplace  
in a bedroom or bathroom  
in a recreational vehicle  
where curtains, furniture, clothing, or other flam-  
mable objects are less than 42 inches from the  
front, top, or sides of the fireplace  
in high traffic areas  
This fireplace has a blower assembly with an electrical cord. The  
electrical cord is five feet in length. You must locate fireplace within  
reach of a 120-volt grounded electrical outlet. If not, you must install  
anelectricaloutletwithinreachoffireplacepowercord.TheGA3555  
outlet accessory may be used for built-in installation when a blower  
is installed. This same information applies if installing optional  
blower accessories to Model VSGF28PVA.  
in windy or drafty areas  
INSTALLING HOOD  
WARNING:ModelsVSGF28PTChaveathree-prong,  
grounded electrical plug. This plug helps protect you  
against electrical shock. Only connect plug to a  
properly grounded, three-prong receptacle. Do not  
cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.  
Install hood to rail already installed in fireplace as shown in Figure 5.  
Use 3 Phillips screws provided.  
Rail  
CAUTION: This fireplace creates warm air cur-  
rents.Thesecurrentsmoveheattowallsurfacesnext  
to fireplace. Installing fireplace next to vinyl or cloth  
wall coverings or operating heater where impurities  
(such as, but not limited to, tobacco smoke, aromatic  
candles, cleaning fluids, oil or kerosene lamps, etc.)  
in the air exist, may discolor walls or cause odors.  
Hood  
Screw  
Note: Your fireplace is designed to be used in zero clearance  
installations.Wallorframingmaterialcanbeplaceddirectlyagainst  
any exterior surface on the rear, sides, or top of your fireplace,  
except where standoff spacers are integrally attached. If standoff  
spacers are attached to your fireplace, these spacers can be placed  
directly against wall or framing materials.  
Use the dimensions shown for rough openings to create the easiest  
installation (see Built-In Fireplace Installation, page 10).  
Figure 5 - Installing Hood  
Continued  
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INSTALLATION  
8
Assembling and Attaching Optional Brass Trim  
Installation Clearances  
Conventional Fireplace Installation  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
ASSEMBLING AND ATTACHING OPTIONAL  
BRASS TRIM  
(Included with Mantel Accessory)  
INSTALLATION CLEARANCES  
WARNING: Maintain the minimum clearances. If  
you can, provide greater clearances from floor, ceil-  
ing, and adjoining wall.  
IMPORTANT: If you are recessing the firebox in a wall, do not attach  
brass trim at this time. See page 10 for built-in fireplace installation.  
Carefully follow the instructions below. This will ensure safe  
installation.  
Note: The instructions below show assembling and attaching brass  
trim to fireplace.  
1. Remove packaging from three pieces of brass trim.  
2. Locate four brass screws, two adjusting plates with set screws,  
and two shims in the hardware packet.  
3. Align shim under adjusting plate as shown in Figure 6.  
4. Slide one end of adjusting plate/shim in slot on mitered edge  
of top brass trim (see Figure 6).  
5. Slide other end of adjusting plate/shim in slot on mitered edge  
of side brass trim (see Figure 6).  
Minimum Clearances For Side Combustibleaterial,  
Side Wall, and Ceiling  
A. Clearances from the side of the fireplace cabinet to any com-  
bustible material and wall should follow diagram in Figure 8.  
Example: The face of a mantel, bookshelf, etc. is made of  
combustible material and protrudes 3 1/2" from the wall. This  
combustible material must be 4" from the side of the fireplace  
opening (see Figure 8).  
6. While firmly holding edges of brass trim together, tighten both  
set screws on the adjusting plate with slotted screwdriver.  
7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 for other side.  
B. Clearances from the top of the fireplace opening to the ceiling  
should not be less than 42 inches.  
8. Tighten trim hanging screws (#10 x 6.25 shoulder) into holes  
in cabinets. Place the assembled trim onto fireplace cabinet.  
Align hanging notches on trim with hanging screws on side of  
fireplace (see Figure 7). Push trim firmly into place, sliding  
hanging notches over hanging screws.  
Example  
Set Screws  
Adjusting  
Top Brass  
Trim  
Plate  
Side Brass  
Trim  
*
*Minimum 16 inches from Side Wall  
Slot  
Slot  
Figure 8 - Minimum Clearance for Combustible to Wall  
Shim  
Mitered Edge  
CONVENTIONAL FIREPLACE INSTALLATION  
Figure 6 - Assembling Brass Trim  
Conventionalinstallationofthisfireplaceinvolvesinstallingfireplace  
along with the corner or cabinet mantel with hearth base accessories  
against a wall in your home (see Accessories, page 32 and 33). Follow  
the instructions below to install the fireplace in this manner.  
Trim Hanging Screws  
Note: The instructions below show installation using the cabinet  
mantel and the G3000F/G3001U/G3004W/G3006F/G3007U se-  
ries hearth base accessories. The hearth base accessory shown is  
optional for this installation. You can install fireplace and cabinet/  
corner mantel directly on the floor. The corner mantel accessory  
cannot be installed with the G3000F/G3001U/G3004W/G3006F/  
G3007U hearth base. The corner mantel can be paired with the  
G3008F/G3009U/G3010F corner hearth base. If mounting fire-  
place and cabinet or corner mantel to the floor, an optional G3005  
Slim Base kit may be installed.  
Hanging Notches  
on Trim  
Assembled  
Brass Trim  
Figure 7 - Attaching Brass Trim to Fireplace  
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Conventional Fireplace Installation (Cont.)  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
1. Assemble cabinet mantel, hearth base, and trim accessories.  
Assembly instructions are included with each accessory.  
2. When installing blower, install a properly grounded, 120 volt  
three-prong electrical outlet at fireplace location if an outlet is  
not there. If possible, locate outlet so cabinet mantel will cover  
it when installed (see Figure 9).  
Cabinet  
Mantel  
3. Install gas piping to fireplace location. This installation includes  
an approved flexible gas line (if allowed by local codes) after  
the equipment shutoff valve. The flexible gas line must be the  
last item installed on the gas piping. See Installing Gas Piping  
to Fireplace Location, page 11.  
4. Place hearth base accessory against wall at installation loca-  
tion. Cut an access hole in hearth top to run gas line to fire-  
place (see Figure 9). Make sure to locate access hole so cabi-  
net mantel will cover it when installed. Note: You can secure  
base to floor using wood screws. Countersink screw heads and  
putty over.  
Figure 10 - Installing Cabinet Mantel  
5. Route gas line through access hole in hearth base.  
6. Center cabinet mantel on hearth base (see Figure 10). Make  
sure mantel is flush against wall.  
7. Break off nailing flanges (see Figure 11) with hammer or pliers.  
8. Place cardboard or other protective material on top of hearth  
base. Carefully set fireplace on protective material, with back  
of fireplace inside mantel opening.  
Nailing  
Flanges  
9. If blower is installed, route blower electrical cord through ac-  
cess holes in either side of fireplace. Note: Bushing may be  
moved if necessary. Plug electrical cord into electrical outlet.  
10. Carefully insert fireplace into cabinet mantel (Figure 12). Be  
careful not to scratch or damage hearth base, cabinet mantel,  
or any laminate trim on hearth base. Remove protective mate-  
rial from top of hearth base and from front of fireplace (if any).  
Note: You can secure fireplace to hearth or floor. Open lower  
louver. Locate screw holes in bottom of base. Tighten wood  
screws through these holes and into hearth or floor.  
Figure 11 - Location of Nailing Flanges  
11. Attach gas line from fireplace gas regulator to gas supply. See  
Connecting Fireplace to Gas Supply, page 12.  
12. Check all gas connections for leaks. See Checking Gas Connec-  
tions, pages 12 and 13.  
Rigid Pipe and  
Gas Shutoff Valve  
Electrical Outlet  
Hearth Base  
Gas Line  
Access Hole  
Figure 12 - Inserting Fireplace Into Cabinet Mantel  
Figure 9 - Placing Hearth Base Accessory Against Wall  
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10  
Built-In Fireplace Installation  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
5. Plug electrical cord into electrical outlet installed in step 2.  
6. Carefully insert fireplace into rough opening.  
BUILT-IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION  
Built-in installation of this fireplace involves installing fireplace  
into a framed-in enclosure. This makes the front of fireplace flush  
withwall. Ifinstallingamantelabovethefireplace, youmustfollow  
the clearances shown in Figure 16 . Follow the instructions below  
to install the fireplace in this manner.  
7. Attach flexible gas line to gas supply. See Connecting Fire-  
place to Gas Supply, page 12.  
8. Attach fireplace to wall studs using nails or wood screws  
through holes in nailing flange (see Figure 15).  
9. Check all gas connections for leaks. See Checking Gas Con-  
nections, pages 12 and 13.  
Actual  
32 3/8"  
Front Width 34 5/16"  
Depth  
16 11/16"  
Framing  
33"  
35 1/2"  
17 3/4"  
10. Install brass trim after final finishing and/or painting of wall  
(see Figure 7, page 8).  
Height  
Nails or Wood  
Screws  
1. Frame in rough opening. Use dimensions shown in Figure 13  
for the rough opening.  
If installing in a corner, use dimensions shown in Figure 14,  
page 10 for the rough opening. The height is 33" which is the  
same as the wall opening above.  
Nailing  
Flanges  
2. If using blower, install and properly ground GA3555, three-  
prong 120 volt electrical outlet, in fireplace. Follow instruc-  
tions included in kit.  
3. Install gas piping into fireplace location. This installation in-  
cludes an approved flexible gas line (if allowed by local codes)  
after the equipment shutoff valve. The flexible gas line must  
be the last item installed on the gas piping. See Installing Gas  
Piping to Fireplace Location, page 11.  
Figure 15 - Attaching Fireplace to Wall Studs  
Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation  
If placing mantel above built-in fireplace, you must meet minimum  
clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening.  
4. Carefully set fireplace in front of rough opening with back of  
fireplace inside wall opening.  
If your installation does not meet the below minimum clearances,  
you must:  
• raise the mantel to an acceptable height,  
OR  
• remove the mantel.  
17 3/4  
"
Mantel Shelf  
10"  
8"  
33"  
6"  
1
2
/2"  
Note:  
All Vertical measure-  
ments are from top of  
fireplace opening to  
bottom of mantel shelf.  
Minimum Non-  
Combustible  
Material  
35 1/2  
"
Figure 13 - Rough Opening for Installing in Wall  
39 3  
/
8"  
27 7  
/
8"  
35 1  
55 5  
/
2
"
/
8
"
Figure 16 - Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation  
Figure 14 - Rough Opening for Installing in Corner  
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11  
Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Location  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
External  
Regulator  
INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE  
LOCATION  
Propane/LP  
Supply  
Tank  
WARNING: This appliance requires a 1/2" NPT  
(National Pipe Thread) inlet connection to the pres-  
sure regulator.  
Vent Pointing  
Down  
WARNING: A qualified service person must con-  
nect fireplace to gas supply. Follow all local codes.  
Figure 17 - External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down  
CAUTION: Never connect heater directly to the  
propane/LP supply. This heater requires an external  
regulator (not supplied). Install the external regulator  
between the heater and propane/LP supply.  
IMPORTANT: Install equipment shutoff valve in an accessible  
location. The equipment shutoff valve is for turning on or shutting  
off the gas to the appliance.  
Checkyourbuildingcodesforanyspecialrequirementsforlocating  
equipment shutoff valve to fireplaces.  
Installation Items Needed  
Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male NPT threads. This will  
prevent excess sealant from going into pipe. Excess sealant in pipe  
could result in clogged fireplace valves.  
Before installing fireplace, make sure you have the items listed  
below.  
• external regulator (supplied by installer)  
• piping (check local codes)  
• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)  
• equipment shutoff valve *  
• test gauge connection *  
• sediment trap (optional)  
• tee joint  
WARNING: Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant  
to liquid petroleum (LP) gas.  
We recommend that you install a sediment trap in supply line as  
showninFigure18.Locatesedimenttrapwhereitiswithinreachfor  
cleaning. Installinpipingsystembetweenfuelsupplyandfireplace.  
Locate sediment trap where trapped matter is not likely to freeze. A  
sediment trap traps moisture and contaminants. This keeps them  
from going into fireplace gas controls. If sediment trap is not  
installed or is installed wrong, fireplace may not run properly.  
• pipe wrench  
* ACSA design-certifiedequipmentshutoffvalvewith1/8"NPTtap  
is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection. Purchase the  
optional CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve from your  
dealer. See Accessories, pages 32 and 33.  
CSA Design-Certified Equipment  
Shutoff Valve With 1/8" NPT Tap*  
Theinstallermustsupplyanexternalregulator.Theexternalregulator  
will reduce incoming gas pressure. You must reduce incoming gas  
pressure to between 11 and 14 inches of water. If you do not reduce  
incoming gas pressure, heater regulator damage could occur. Install  
external regulator with the vent pointing down as shown in Figure 17.  
Pointing the vent down protects it from freezing rain or sleet.  
3" Minimum  
Pipe  
From External  
Regulator (11"w.c.** to  
14"w.c. Pressure)  
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 proper gas volume to  
fireplace. If pipe is too small, undue loss of volume  
will occur.  
Tee  
Joint  
Nipple Cap  
Sediment Trap  
Figure 18 - Gas Connection  
Installation must include an equipment shutoff valve, union, and  
plugged 1/8" NPT tap. Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge  
hook up. NPT tap must be upstream from fireplace (see Figure 17).  
* Purchase the optional CSA design-certified equipment shutoff  
valve from your dealer. See Accessories, pages 32 and 33.  
** Minimum inlet pressure for purpose of input adj.  
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12  
Connecting Fireplace to Gas Supply  
Checking Gas Connections  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY  
4. Attach flexible gas line to gas supply (see Figure 20). Check  
connection of flexible gas line attached to gas regulator of fire-  
place (see Figure 20).  
Installation Items Needed  
• 5/16" hex socket wrench or nut-driver  
• Phillips screwdriver  
5. Check all gas connections for leaks. See Checking Gas Con-  
nections.  
• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not provided)  
6. Replace log base assembly back into fireplace. Feed flexible  
gas line into fireplace base area while replacing log base assem-  
bly. Make sure the entire flexible gas line is in fireplace base  
area. Reattach log base assembly to fireplace with screws re-  
moved in step 2.  
1. Remove fireplace screen. Remove two screws that hold fire-  
place screen in place for shipping. These screws are located  
near top of screen. Discard screws. Lift fireplace screen up  
and pull out to remove.  
2. Remove screws that attach log base assembly to fireplace (see  
Figure 19). Carefully lift up log base assembly and remove  
from fireplace (see Figure 19).  
To Fireplace  
Gas Regulator  
Flexible Gas Line  
from Equipment  
Shutoff Valve  
Note: If adding the G8000 series brick liner accessory, install it  
now. Follow instructions in G8000 accessory kit.  
To External  
Regulator  
Equipment Shutoff Valve  
Provided by Installer  
CAUTION: Do not pick up log base assembly by  
burners. This could damage burners. Only handle  
base by grates.  
Figure 20 - Attaching Flexible Gas Lines Together  
3. Route gas line (provided by installer) from equipment shutoff  
through one of the access holes.  
CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS  
NOTICE: Most building codes do not permit con-  
cealed gas connections. A flexible gas line is pro-  
vided to allow accessibility from the fireplace (see  
Figure 20). The flexible gas supply line connection to  
the equipment shutoff valve should be accessible.  
WARNING: Test all gas piping and connections  
forleaksafterinstallingorservicing.Correctallleaks  
at once.  
WARNING: Never use an open flame to check for  
a leak. Apply a noncorrosive leak detection fluid to  
all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct all  
leaks at once.  
Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System  
Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa)  
1. Disconnect fireplace with its appliance main gas valve (control  
valve) and equipment shutoff valve from gas supply pipping. Pres-  
sures in excess of 1/2 psig will damage fireplace gas regulator.  
2. Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve  
was connected.  
3. Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed  
air or opening propane/LP supply tank valve.  
4. Check all joints of gas supply piping system. Apply noncorrosive  
leak detection fluid to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.  
5. Correct all leaks at once.  
Figure 19 - Removing Log Base Assembly From Fireplace  
6. Reconnect fireplace and equipment shutoff valve to gas sup-  
ply. Check reconnected fittings for leaks.  
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Checking Gas Connections (Cont.)  
Installing Logs  
13  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa)  
INSTALLING LOGS  
1. Close equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 21).  
WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accor-  
dance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts  
specifically approved with this heater may result in  
property damage or personal injury.  
2. Pressurize supply piping system by either using compressed  
air or opening propane/LP supply tank valve.  
3. Check all joints from propane/LP supply to equipment shutoff  
valve (see Figure 22). Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid  
to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.  
4. Correct all leaks at once.  
CAUTION:Donotremovethedataplatesattached  
to the heater base assembly. The data plates contain  
important warranty and safety information.  
Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections  
1. Open equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 21).  
2. Open propane/LP supply tank valve.  
Each log is marked with a number. These numbers will help you  
identify the log when installing. It is very important to install these  
logsexactlyasinstructed. Donotmodifylogs. Onlyuselogssupplied  
with heater.  
3. Make sure control knob of fireplace is in the OFF position.  
4. Check all joints from equipment shutoff valve to thermostat  
gas valve (see Figure 22). Apply noncorrosive leak detection  
fluid to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.  
1. Place front log (#1) on top of the grate. Make sure the notches  
in the bottom of the log fit over the grate prongs (see Figure  
23). Push back of log flush with metal grate bar.  
5. Correct all leaks at once.  
6. Light fireplace (see Operating Fireplace, pages 14 through  
2. Rest middle log (#2) behind metal posts on front burner. Make  
sure the grooves in the bottom of the log fit over the grate (see  
Figure 24). Bring the log forward next to the metal posts.  
17). Check all other internal joints for leaks.  
7. Turn off fireplace (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 15  
[thermostat-controlled models] or page 17 [manually-con-  
trolled models]).  
Front Log (#1)  
Open  
Equipment Shutoff  
Valve  
Notch  
Grate Prongs  
Closed  
Metal Grate Bar  
Figure 21 - Equipment Shutoff Valve  
Equipment Shutoff Valve  
Figure 23 - Installing Front Log (#1)  
Propane/LP  
Supply Tank  
Middle Log (#2)  
Groove  
Metal Post  
Grate  
Groove  
Metal Post  
Gas Control Valve  
Figure 24 - Installing Middle Log (#2)  
Figure 22 - Checking Gas Joints  
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Installing Logs (Cont.)  
14  
OPERATING FIREPLACE - Thermostat-Controlled Models  
For Your Safety Read Before Lighting  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
3. Slide the grooves in the back of the rear log (#3) against the  
rear grate prongs. Make sure the peg on the log is on top (see  
Figure 25).  
4. Place the crossover log (#4) on the rear log and the middle log.  
Make sure the peg on the rear log is in the hole in the bottom  
of the crossover log. The crossover log should fit in the cutout  
of the middle log (see Figure 26).  
5. Install fireplace screen by slipping notches of fireplace screen  
over screws on front of fireplace (see Figure 27).  
Screws for  
Mounting  
Screen  
WARNING: You must operate this fireplace with  
the fireplace screen in place. Make sure fireplace  
screen is in place before running fireplace.  
Notches  
Figure 27 - Installing Fireplace Screen  
Peg  
Groove in  
Back of Log  
OPERATING FIREPLACE  
Rear Log (#3)  
Grate Prong  
THERMOSTAT-CONTROLLED MODELS  
Groove in  
Rear Burner  
Back of Log  
FOR YOUR SAFETY  
READ BEFORE LIGHTING  
Grate Prong  
WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions  
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing prop-  
erty damage, personal injury or loss of life.  
A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand.  
When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.  
Figure 25 - Installing Rear Log (#3)  
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.  
Crossover Log (#4)  
Hole  
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.  
Cutout  
Peg  
• 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 de-  
partment.  
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 techni-  
cian or gas supplier. Force or attempted repair may result  
in a fire or explosion.  
D. Do not use this appliance if any part 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 under water.  
Figure 26 - Installing Crossover Log (#5)  
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OPERATING FIREPLACE - Thermostat-Controlled Models  
Lighting Instructions  
15  
To Turn Off Gas to Appliance  
Thermostat Control Operation  
Manual Lighting Procedure  
OPERATING FIREPLACE  
Continued  
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING: You must operate this fireplace with  
the fireplace screen in place. Make sure fireplace  
screen is installed before running fireplace.  
Control Knob  
Ignitor Button  
Figure 28 - Control Knob and Ignitor Button Location  
Ignitor Electrode  
Pilot Burner  
NOTICE: During initial operation of new fireplace,  
burning logs will give off a paper-burning smell.  
Orange flame will also be present. Open window to  
vent smell. Operate fireplace on HI position to burn  
off odor. This will only last a few hours.  
Figure 29 - Pilot  
1. STOP! Read the safety information, page 14 column 2.  
2. Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open.  
TO TURN OFF GAS  
TO APPLIANCE  
3. Turn control knob clockwise  
(see Figure 28).  
to the OFF position  
Clockwise  
4. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for  
gas, including near the floor. If you smell gas, STOP! Fol-  
low “B” in the safety information, page 14 column 2. If you  
don’t smell gas, go to the next step.  
Shutting Off Fireplace  
Clockwise  
Turn control knob clockwise  
to the OFF position.  
Shutting Off Burners Only (pilot stays lit)  
5. Turn control knob counterclockwise  
to the PI-  
C-clockwise  
Clockwise  
Turn control knob clockwise  
to the PILOT position.  
LOT position. Press in control knob for five (5) seconds  
(see Figure 28).  
THERMOSTAT CONTROL  
Note: If running fireplace for first time, there will be air in  
gas line.You may need to press in control knob for 30 seconds  
or longer. This will allow air to bleed from the gas system.  
OPERATION  
You can set the thermostat control knob to any comfort level  
between HI and LO. The thermostat will gradually modulate  
the heat output and flame height from higher to lower settings,  
or pilot, in order to maintain the comfort level you select. The  
idealcomfortsettingwillvarybyhouseholddependinguponthe  
amount of space to be heated, the output of the central heating  
system, etc.  
6. Continue pressing control knob in. Press and release ignitor  
button. This will light pilot. The pilot is attached to the front  
burner. If needed, keep pressing ignitor button until pilot lights.  
Note: If pilot does not stay lit, contact a qualified service  
person or gas supplier for repairs. Until repairs are made,  
light pilot with match. To light pilot with match, see Manual  
Lighting Procedure, column 2.  
Note: Selecting the HI setting will cause the burner to remain  
on without modulating down in most cases.  
7. Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting  
pilot. After 30 seconds, release control knob.  
MANUAL LIGHTING  
PROCEDURE  
Note: If pilot goes out, repeat steps 3 through 7. This fire-  
place has a safety interlock system. Wait one (1) minute for  
system to reset before lighting pilot again.  
• If control knob does not pop out when released, contact 1. Follow steps 1 through 5 under Lighting Instructions,  
a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs.  
column 1.  
C-clockwise  
8. Turn control knob counterclockwise  
to desired 2. Depress control knob and light pilot with match.  
heating level. The burners should light. Set control knob to  
any heat level between HI and LO.  
3. Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting  
pilot. After 30 seconds, release control knob. Now follow  
step 8 under Lighting Instructions, column 1.  
CAUTION: Do not try to adjust heating levels by  
using the equipment shutoff valve.  
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For Your Safety Read Before Lighting  
Lighting Instructions  
16  
OPERATING FIREPLACE  
Continued  
4. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for  
gas, including near the floor. If you smell gas, STOP! Fol-  
low “B” in the safety information, column 1. If you don’t  
smell gas, go to the next step.  
MANUALLY-CONTROLLED MODELS  
FOR YOUR SAFETY  
READ BEFORE LIGHTING  
5. Slightly depress and turn control knob counterclockwise  
to the PILOT position. Press in control knob for  
C-clockwise  
five (5) seconds (see Figure 30).  
WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions  
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing prop-  
erty damage, personal injury, or loss of life.  
Note: If running fireplace for first time, there will be air in  
gas line. You may need to press in control knob for 30 sec-  
onds or longer. This will allow air to bleed from the gas  
system.  
A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand.  
When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.  
6. Continue pressing control knob in. Press and release ignitor  
button. This will light pilot. The pilot is attached to the front  
burner. If needed, keep pressing ignitor button until pilot lights.  
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.  
Note: If pilot does not stay lit, contact a qualified service  
person or gas supplier for repairs. Until repairs are made,  
light pilot with match. To light pilot with match, see Manual  
Lighting Procedure, page 17.  
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 supplier, call the fire de-  
partment.  
7. Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting  
pilot. After 30 seconds, release control knob.  
Note: If pilot goes out, repeat steps 3 through 7.  
• If control knob does not pop out when released, contact  
a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs.  
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 techni-  
cian or gas supplier. Force or attempted repair may result  
in a fire or explosion.  
8. Slightly depress and turn control knob couterclockwise  
to the high position. Both burners should light. Set  
control knob to either HIGH or LOW.  
D. Do not use this appliance if any part 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 under water.  
Ignitor  
Button  
IGNITOR  
Control Knob  
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS  
Figure 30 - Control Knob and Ignitor Button Location  
WARNING: You must operate this fireplace with  
the fireplace screen in place. Make sure fireplace  
screen is installed before running fireplace.  
Ignitor Electrode  
Pilot Burner  
NOTICE: During initial operation of new fireplace,  
burning logs will give off a paper-burning smell.  
Orange flame will also be present. Open window to  
vent smell. Operate fireplace on HI position to burn  
off odor. This will only last a few hours.  
Figure 31 - Pilot  
1. STOP! Read the safety information, above.  
2. Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open.  
3. Turn control knob clockwise  
(see Figure 30).  
to the OFF position  
Clockwise  
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Variable Control Operation  
17  
To Turn Off Gas to Appliance  
Manual Lighting Procedure  
Blower Operation  
OPERATING FIREPLACE  
Continued  
Locate the blower switch by opening lower louver on fireplace.  
Blower switch is located at lower left inside louver door.  
VARIABLE CONTROL  
OPERATION  
This thermostat-controlled blower has a variable speed control  
with an ON/OFF switch. The blower will start when the  
thermostat senses a sufficient increase in firebox temperature.  
The variable control valve can be set to any heat setting and flame  
heightdesired, bysimplyturningthecontrolknobuntilthatsetting  
is attained. Even the lowest setting provides realistic flames and  
glowing embers from two burners. Selecting higher settings pro-  
ducesgreaterheatoutput.Thisresultsinincreasedheatingcomfort.  
Note:Itissafetooperatefireplacewithblowerturnedoff.However,  
the blower helps distribute heated air from the fireplace.  
MODEL VSGF28PV  
WARNING:Donotoperateheaterbetweenlocked  
positions.  
Blower Kit Model GA3750 Series  
This optional non-thermostat blower kit features a variable  
control which allows you to select the speed you desire. After  
about 15 minutes, turn the blower on to deliver heated air at the  
top louvers.  
CAUTION: Do not try to adjust heating levels by  
using the equipment shutoff valve.  
IMPORTANT: Light your gas appliance with the blower off.  
TO TURN OFF GAS  
TO APPLIANCE  
Note: Periodically check the louvers of the firebox and remove  
any dust, dirt, or other obstructions.  
Shutting Off Fireplace  
Followinstallationinstructionsincludedwiththebloweraccessory.  
Clockwise  
1. Turn control knob clockwise  
to the HIGH position.  
Blower Kit Model GA3650T Series  
Clockwise  
2. Slightly depress control knob and turn clockwise  
to the PILOT position.  
Locate the blower switch by opening the lower louver on fire-  
place. Blower switch is located at lower left inside louver door.  
Clockwise  
3. Slightly depress control knob and turn clockwise  
to the OFF position.  
The GA3650T thermostat-controlled blower has a variable  
speed control with an ON/OFF switch. The blower will start  
when the thermostat senses a sufficient increase in firebox  
temperature.  
Shutting Off Burners Only (pilot stays lit)  
1. Turn control knob clockwise  
2. Press in and turn clockwise  
to the HIGH position.  
Clockwise  
Clockwise  
to the PILOT position. IMPORTANT: Light your gas appliance with the blower off.  
NoteforGA3650T:IfyouareusingGA3650Tblower,yourgas  
MANUAL LIGHTING  
PROCEDURE  
fireplace and blower will not turn on and off at the same time.  
The fireplace may run for several minutes before the blower  
turns on. After the heater modulates to the pilot position, the  
blower will continue to run. The blower will shut off after the  
firebox temperature decreases.  
1. Follow steps 1 through 5 under Lighting Instructions, page 16.  
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 under Lighting Instructions, page 16.  
Note: It is safe to operate fireplace with blower turned off.  
However, the blower helps distribute heated air from the fire-  
place.  
Note: Periodically check the louvers of the firebox and remove  
any dust, dirt, or other obstructions.  
BLOWER OPERATION  
MODEL VSGF28PTC  
Follow installation instructions included with the blower  
accessory.  
WARNING: This fireplace has a three-prong,  
grounded electrical plug. This plug helps protect you  
against electrical shock. Only connect plug to a  
properly grounded, three-prong receptacle. Do not  
cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.  
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Pilot Flame Pattern  
Front Burner Flame Pattern  
18  
INSPECTING BURNERS  
Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often.  
PILOT FLAME PATTERN  
FRONT BURNER FLAME PATTERN  
Figure34showscorrectfrontburnerflamepattern. Figure35shows  
incorrect front burner flame pattern. The incorrect burner flame  
pattern shows yellow tipping at top of blue flame.  
Figure 32 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. Figure 33 shows an  
incorrect pilot flame pattern. The incorrect pilot flame is not  
touching the thermocouple. This will cause the thermocouple to  
cool. When the thermocouple cools, the fireplace will shut down.  
WARNING: If front burner flame pattern shows  
yellow tipping, your fireplace could produce increased  
levels of carbon monoxide. Follow instructions at bot-  
tom of this page. Yellow flame on rear burner is normal.  
If pilot flame pattern is incorrect, as shown in Figure 33  
• turn fireplace off (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 15  
[thermostat-controlled models] or page 17 [manually-controlled  
models])  
NOTICE: Do not mistake orange flames with yellow  
tipping. Dirt or other fine particles are burned by  
fireplace, causing brief patches of orange flame.  
• see Troubleshooting, pages 20 through 22  
Pilot Burner  
Thermocouple  
If front burner flame pattern is incorrect, as shown in Figure 35  
• turn fireplace off (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 15 [ther-  
mostat-controlled models] or page 17 [manually-controlled models])  
• see Troubleshooting, pages 20 through 22  
Figure 32 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern  
Pilot Burner  
Thermocouple  
Figure 34 - Correct Front Burner Flame Pattern  
Figure 33 - Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern  
Yellow Tipping At  
Top of Blue Flame  
Figure 35 - Incorrect Front Burner Flame Pattern  
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Cleaning Burner Injetor Holder and Pilot Air Inlet Hole  
Logs  
19  
CLEANING AND  
MAINTENANCE  
Ports/Slots  
WARNING: Turn off fireplace and let cool before  
cleaning.  
Injector Holder  
CAUTION: You must keep control areas, burners,  
and circulating air passageways of fireplace clean.  
Inspect these areas of fireplace before each use.  
Havefireplaceinspectedyearlybyaqualifiedservice  
person. Fireplace may need more frequent cleaning  
due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding mate-  
rial, pet hair, etc.  
Burner  
Tube  
Primary Air Inlet Holes  
Figure 36 - Injector Holder On Outlet Burner Tube  
Ports/Slots  
CLEANING BURNER INJECTOR HOLDER  
AND PILOT AIR INLET HOLE  
Burner  
Tube  
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.Blockedairholeswillcreatesoot.Werecommendthat  
youcleantheuniteverythreemonthsduringoperationandhaveheater  
inspected yearly by a qualified service person.  
Pilot  
Assembly  
We also recommend that you keep the burner tube and pilot  
assembly clean and free of dust and dirt. To clean these parts we  
recommendusingcompressedairnogreaterthan30PSI. Yourlocal  
computer store, hardware store, or home center may carry com-  
pressed air in a can. You can use a vacuum cleaner in the blow  
position. If using compressed air in a can, please follow the direc-  
tions on the can. If you don't follow directions on the can, you could  
damage the pilot assembly.  
Pilot Air Inlet Hole  
1. Shut off the unit, including the pilot. Allow the unit to cool for  
at least thirty minutes.  
Figure 37 - Pilot Inlet Air Hole  
2. Inspect burner, pilot, and primary air inlet holes on injector  
holder for dust and dirt (see Figure 36).  
3. Blow air through the ports/slots and holes in the burner.  
LOGS  
4. Check the injector holder located at the end of the burner tube  
again. Remove any large particles of dust, dirt, lint, or pet hair  
with a soft cloth or vacuum cleaner nozzle.  
• If you remove logs for cleaning, refer to Installing Logs, pages  
13 and 14, to properly replace logs.  
• 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 now been pushed into  
the burner repeat steps 3 and 4.  
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 37). With the unit off, lightly blow  
airthroughtheairinlethole.Youmayblowthroughadrinkingstraw  
if compressed air is not available.  
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20  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
Note: For additional help, visit DESA  
International’stechnicalservicewebsite  
CAUTION: Never use a wire,  
needle, or similar object to clean  
ODS/pilot.ThiscandamageODS/  
pilot unit.  
WARNING: Turn off fireplace  
andletcoolbeforeservicing.Only  
aqualifiedservicepersonshould  
service and repair fireplace.  
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. Piezo ignitor nut is loose  
2. Tighten nut holding piezo ignitor to base  
panel of log set. Nut is located behind  
base panel  
3. Ignitor cable pinched or wet  
3. Free ignitor cable if pinched by any  
metal or tubing. Keep ignitor cable dry  
4. Replace ignitor cable  
4. Broken ignitor cable  
5. Bad piezo ignitor  
5. Replace piezo ignitor  
6. Ignitor electrode broken  
6. Replace pilot assembly  
7. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong  
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  
removed  
5. ODS/pilot is clogged  
5. Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and  
Maintenance, page 19) or replace ODS/  
pilot assembly  
6. Gas regulator setting is not correct  
6. 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. Equipment shutoff valve not fully open 3. Fully open equipment shutoff valve  
4. Thermocouple connection loose at con- 4. Hand tighten until snug, then tighten 1/4  
trol valve  
turn more  
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:  
A) Low gas pressure  
B) Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and  
Maintenance, page 19) or replace ODS/  
pilot assembly  
B) Dirty or partially clogged ODS/pilot  
6. Thermocouple damaged  
7. Control valve damaged  
6. Replace pilot assembly  
7. Replace control valve  
8. On thermostat models, safety interlock 8. Wait one minute for safety interlock sys-  
system has been triggered tem to reset. Repeat ignition operation  
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OBSERVED PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
REMEDY  
One or both burners do not light after ODS/ 1. Burner orifice(s) clogged  
pilot is lit  
1. Clean burner(s) (see Cleaning and Main-  
tenance, page 19) or replace burner  
orifice(s)  
2. Inlet gas pressure is too low  
3. Mislocated crossover tube  
2. Contact local propane/LP gas company  
3. Contact qualified service person  
Delayed ignition of one or both burners  
Burner backfiring during combustion  
1. Manifold pressure is too low  
2. Burner orifice(s) clogged  
1. Contact local propane/LP gas company  
2. Clean burner(s) (see Cleaning and Main-  
tenance, page 19) or replace burner  
orifice(s)  
3. Mislocated crossover tube  
3. Contact qualified service person  
1. Burner orifice is clogged or damaged  
1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte-  
nance, page 19) or replace burner orifice  
2. Replace damaged burner  
2. Damaged burner  
3. Gas regulator defective  
3. Replace gas regulator  
Yellow flame in front burner during burner 1. Not enough air  
combustion  
1. Check burner(s) for dirt and debris. If  
found, clean burner(s) (see Cleaning and  
Maintenance, page 19)  
2. Gas regulator defective  
2. Replace gas regulator  
Slightsmokeorodorduringinitialoperation 1. Residues from manufacturing processes 1. Problem will stop after a few hours of  
and logs curing operation  
Fireplace produces a whistling noise when 1. Turning control knob to HI position 1. Turn control knob to LO position and  
burners are lit  
when burners are cold  
2. Air in gas line  
let warm up for a minute  
2. Operate burners until air is removed  
from line. Have gas line checked by lo-  
cal propane/LP gas company  
3. Air passageways on fireplace blocked  
3. Observe minimum installation clear-  
ances (see pages 8 through 10)  
4. Dirty or partially clogged burner 4. Clean burners (see Cleaning and Main-  
orifice(s)  
tenance, page 19) or replace burner  
orifice(s)  
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  
polish, wax, carpet cleaners, or similar  
into white powder residue  
products  
Dark residue on logs or inside of fireplace  
1. Improper log placement  
1. Properly locate logs (see Installing Logs,  
Note: After removing all causes of residue  
pages 13 and 14)  
deposits, completely clean fireplace and ap- 2. Drafts or other air currents affecting 2. Eliminate source of drafts around heater  
plianceofallresiduebeforereusingappliance.  
flame pattern  
3. Air holes at burner inlet blocked  
3. Clean out air holes at burner inlet. Peri-  
odically repeat as needed  
4. Burner flame holes blocked  
4. Remove blockage  
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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.  
Immediatelycallyourgassupplierfromaneighborsphone. Followthe  
gas suppliers instructions.  
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.  
IMPORTANT:Operatingfireplacewhereimpuritiesinairexistmaycreateodors.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  
Fireplace produces a clicking/ticking noise 1. Metal expanding while heating or con- 1. This is common with most fireplaces. If  
just after burners are lit or shut off  
tracting while cooling  
noise is excessive, contact qualified ser-  
vice person  
Fireplace produces unwanted odors  
1. Fireplace burning vapors from paint, hair 1. Open window and ventilate room. Stop  
spray, glues, cleaners, chemicals, new  
carpet, etc. (See IMPORTANT state-  
ment above)  
using odor causing products while fire-  
place is running  
2. Gas leak. See Warning statement 2. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check-  
above  
ing Gas Connections, pages 12 and 13)  
Fireplace 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 19)  
Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF 1. Gas leak. See Warning statement 1. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check-  
position  
above  
ing Gas Connections, pages 12 and 13)  
2. Control valve defective  
2. Replace control valve  
Gas odor during combustion  
1. Foreign matter between control valve  
and burner  
2. Gas leak. See Warning statement  
1. Take apart gas tubing and remove  
foreign matter  
2. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check-  
ing Gas Connections, pages 12 and 13)  
above  
Moisture/condensationnoticedonwindows 1. Not enough combustion/ventilation air  
1. Refer to Air for Combustion and Venti-  
lation requirements (page 4)  
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TECHNICAL SERVICE  
SERVICE HINTS  
REPLACEMENT PARTS  
WIRING DIAGRAM  
SPECIFICATIONS  
23  
TECHNICAL SERVICE  
WIRING DIAGRAM  
You may have further questions about installation, operation, or  
troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA International’s Technical  
Service Department at 1-866-672-6040. When calling, please have  
your model and serial numbers of your heater ready.  
CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection  
when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause  
improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper  
operation after servicing.  
You can also visit DESA International’s technical services web site  
Variable  
Fan Switch  
(N.O.)  
Fan Switch  
1
Off  
SERVICE HINTS  
When Gas Pressure Is Too Low  
Black  
On  
2
Blue  
Red  
• pilot will not stay lit  
110/115  
V.A.C.  
• burners will have delayed ignition  
• fireplace will not produce specified heat  
• propane/LP gas supply might be low  
Black  
Green  
White  
Blower  
Motor  
You may feel your gas pressure is too low. If so, contact your local  
propane/LP gas supplier.  
Figure 38 - Blower Wiring Diagram for Thermostat-Controlled  
Models  
REPLACEMENT PARTS  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Note: Use only original replacement parts. This will protect your  
warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty.  
Btu (Low/High)  
Type Gas  
20,000/28,000  
Propane/LP Gas Only  
Piezo  
PARTS UNDER WARRANTY  
Ignition  
Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply  
original replacement part(s), call DESA International’s Technical  
Service Department at 1-866-672-6040.  
Manifold Pressure  
Inlet Gas Pressure  
7.9" W.C.  
When calling DESA International, have ready  
• your name  
(in. of water)  
Maximum  
Minimum  
14"  
11"  
• your address  
Shipping Weight  
100 lbs. T-stat Model  
97 lbs. Manual Model  
• model and serial numbers of your fireplace  
• how fireplace was malfunctioning  
• tupe of gas used (propane/LP or natural gas)  
• purchase date  
Usually, we will ask you to return the part to the factory.  
PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY  
Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply original  
replacement part(s), call DESA International at 1-866-672-6040 for  
referral information.  
When calling DESA International, have ready  
• model number of your fireplace  
• the replacement part number  
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24  
ILLUSTRATED PARTS  
BREAKDOWN  
4
LOG BASE ASSEMBLY  
2
VARIABLE MANUALLY-  
CONTROLLED MODELS  
3
1
VSGF28PVA  
6
26  
18  
12  
7
17  
8
9
7
5
7
22  
15  
11  
10  
7
25  
21  
5
13  
5
5
23  
20  
5
28  
14  
32  
29  
24  
19  
31  
18  
27  
30  
16  
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25  
This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When  
ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement  
Parts on page 23 of this manual.  
PARTS LIST  
LOG BASE ASSEMBLY  
VARIABLE MANUALLY-CONTROLLED  
MODELS  
VSGF28PVA  
KEY  
NO.  
PART NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
104388-02  
104390-02  
104392-02  
104394-02  
098304-01  
107486-01  
098249-01  
101006-02  
101330-05  
100999-02  
102257-08CJ  
098271-06  
103410-01CK  
098867-10  
101004-01  
102445-01  
101007-01  
099387-05  
101972-01  
M11084-38  
102668-01  
101008-01  
101973-01  
098276-01  
101004-15  
M11084-26  
098508-01  
101628-03  
097809-02  
098354-01  
102568-02  
901063-01  
Front Log (#1)  
Middle Log (#2)  
Rear Log (#3)  
Crossover Log (#4)  
Screw, #10 Phillips, Black  
ODS Pilot  
1
1
1
1
8
1
6
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
Nut  
Pilot Bracket  
9
Front Burner Assembly  
Rear Burner Assembly  
Base Assembly  
Ignitor Cable  
Firebox Bottom  
Gas Regulator  
Front Burner Injector  
Piezo Ignitor  
Crossover Tube  
Pilot Tube  
Valve and Piezo Bracket  
Regulator Hex Screw  
Front Burner Tube  
Gasket  
Inlet Tube  
1/8" Plug  
Rear Burner Injector  
Hex Screw, #10  
Valve Retainer Nut  
Flex Hose  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
Adapter  
Control Knob  
Control Valve  
3/8" Flare x 1/2" NPT  
PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN  
100563-01  
101055-02  
100565-01  
101976-02  
Warning Plate  
1
1
1
1
Lighting Instructions Plate  
Warning Plate Fastener  
Control Position Decal  
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ILLUSTRATED PARTS  
BREAKDOWN  
7
FIREPLACE  
17  
1
6
VSGF28PVA  
9
2
16  
12  
4
8
3
16  
11  
11  
14  
16  
16  
16  
11  
15  
5
7
16  
10  
18  
16  
10  
13  
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This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the  
instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 23 of this manual.  
PARTS LIST  
FIREPLACE  
VSGF28PVA  
KEY  
NO.  
PART NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
2
101357-01  
**  
Top Outer Casing  
Outer Casing  
1
1
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
102758-02CK  
102759-02CK  
098304-01  
101351-01CK  
102455-02  
101353-01CK  
101712-02  
101348-01  
099230-01  
101872-03  
101346-01  
**  
Right Front Side  
Left Front Side  
Phillips Pan Head Screw, #10  
Top Front  
Louver Extruded  
Middle Front Rail  
Firebox Hood  
Firebox Support  
Shoulder Screw  
Firebox Top  
Outer Base  
Firebox Wrapper  
Cover  
Hex Screw, #10  
Phillips Pan Head Screw, #8  
Screen Assembly  
1
1
17  
1
2
1
1
2
4
1
1
1
1
57  
4
1
101514-01  
M11084-26  
098304-03  
101727-03  
PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN  
099038-01  
100639-01  
103590-01  
104313-01  
104313-02  
M10908-2  
Strain Relief Bushing  
Caution Decal  
Decal Strip  
Hinge, Pin  
Hinge, Pin  
1
1
1
1
1
4
Screw, Slotted Hex Head Tapping  
** Not a field replaceable part.  
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VSGF28PTC  
28  
ILLUSTRATED PARTS  
BREAKDOWN  
LOG BASE ASSEMBLY  
4
THERMOSTAT-CONTROLLED  
MODELS  
2
3
VSGF28PTC  
1
26  
6
18  
12  
7
8
9
5
7
11  
10  
7
15  
25  
5
13  
5
28  
19  
5
17  
5
27  
14  
28  
20  
18  
23  
6-2  
12  
24  
16  
21  
22  
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VSGF28PTC  
29  
This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the  
instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 23 of this manual.  
PARTS LIST  
LOG BASE ASSEMBLY  
THERMOSTAT-CONTROLLED MODELS  
VSGF28PTC  
KEY  
NO.  
PART NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
104388-02  
104390-02  
104392-02  
104394-02  
098304-01  
104286-01  
098249-01  
101006-02  
101330-05  
100999-02  
102257-08CJ  
098271-06  
103410-01CK  
098867-10  
101004-01  
102845-01  
101382-01  
099387-03  
102846-01  
097809-02  
099211-01  
098544-01  
101329-18  
101381-01  
101004-15  
M11084-26  
101628-03  
M11084-38  
901063-01  
Front Log (#1)  
Middle Log (#2)  
Rear Log (#3)  
Crossover Log (#4)  
Screw, #10 Phillips, Black  
ODS Pilot  
1
1
1
1
8
1
4
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
2
1
2
1
Nut  
Pilot Bracket  
9
Front Burner Assembly  
Rear Burner Assembly  
Base Assembly  
Ignitor Cable  
Firebox Bottom  
Gas Regulator  
Front Burner Injector  
Inlet Tube  
Thermovalve Bracket  
Pilot Tube  
Burner Tube  
Adapter  
Screw  
Thermostat Clamp  
Thermostat Gas Valve Assembly  
Cover and Piezo  
Rear Burner Injector  
Hex Screw, #10  
Flex Hose  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
Screw  
3/8" Flare x 1/2" NPT  
PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN  
100563-01  
101054-01  
100565-01  
Warning Plate  
Lighting Instructions Plate  
Warning Plate Fastener  
1
1
1
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ILLUSTRATED PARTS  
BREAKDOWN  
FIREPLACE  
7
17  
1
6
VSGF28PTC  
9
2
16  
12  
4
16  
8
3
11  
11  
14  
24  
24  
16  
16  
16  
19  
11  
15  
5
21  
16  
7
10  
22  
18  
16  
16  
26  
10  
20  
13  
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PARTS LIST  
VSGF28PTC  
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This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the  
instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 23 of this manual.  
PARTS LIST  
FIREPLACE  
VSGF28PTC  
KEY  
NO.  
PART NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
101357-01  
**  
Top Outer Casing  
Outer Casing  
Right Front Side  
Left Front Side  
Phillips Pan Head Screw, #10  
Top Front  
Louver Extruded  
Middle Front Rail  
Firebox Hood  
1
1
1
1
17  
1
2
1
1
2
4
1
1
1
1
57  
4
1
1
1
1
4
1
4
2
1
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102759-02CK  
098304-01  
101351-01CK  
102455-02  
101353-01CK  
101712-02  
101348-01  
099230-01  
101872-03  
101346-01  
**  
101614-02  
M11084-26  
098304-03  
101727-03  
101398-03  
103650-01  
103581-02  
099123-01  
105649-01  
M11084-38  
101629-01  
098544-01  
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10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
Firebox Support  
Shoulder Screw  
Firebox Top  
Outer Base  
Firebox Wrapper  
Limit Switch (thermal disk) Assy.  
Hex Screw, #10  
Phillips Pan Head Screw, #8  
Screen Assembly  
Wire Harness  
Control Knob  
Blower Assembly  
Wire Clip  
Blower Speed Control  
Hex Screw, 8-18 x .38"  
Plastic Bushing  
Clamp  
PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN  
099038-01  
100639-01  
103590-01  
104313-01  
104313-02  
M10908-2  
Strain Relief Bushing  
Caution Decal  
Decal Strip  
Hinge, Pin  
Hinge, Pin  
1
1
1
1
1
4
Screw, Slotted Hex Head Tapping  
** Not a field replaceable part.  
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ACCESSORIES  
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ACCESSORIES  
Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer. If they  
can not supply these accessories, call DESA International’s Sales  
Department at 1-866-672-6040 for information. You can also write  
to the address listed on the back page of this manual.  
SLIM HEARTH BASE  
(Not Shown)  
G3005J Series - Jade Marble Laminate  
G3005S Series - Sandstone Marble Laminate  
G3005B Series - Black Onyx Marble Laminate  
Theslimhearthbaseallowsyoutofurthercustomizeyourfireplace.  
Dimensions (WxHxD): 41 7/8" x 5/8" x 10"  
CABINET MANTEL  
GMC11F Series - Walnut Finished  
GMC12U Series - Unfinished  
GMC13F Series - Oak Finished with Medium Stain  
GM102W Series - Off-White Paint  
CORNER MANTEL  
Shown with optional base and laminate hearth and mantel trim  
accessories.  
Dimensions (WxHxD): 56 3/4" x 48" x 22 3/4"  
GMC36F Series - Walnut Finished  
GMC37U Series - Unfinished  
GM202F Series - Oak Finished  
Shown with optional laminate mantel trim accessory.  
Dimensions (WxHxD): 60 7/8" x 48 3/4" x 34 5/8  
"
HARDWOOD HEARTH BASE  
GC3333F Series- Walnut Finished  
GC3334U Series - Unfinished  
GC3335F Series - Oak Finished with Medium Stain  
G3004W Series - Off-White Paint  
CORNER HEARTH BASE  
G3008F Series - Walnut Finished  
G3009U Series - Unfinished  
G3010F Series - Oak Finished  
The hearth base can be used with the cabinet mantels to create a  
handsome riser for the fireplace (cannot be used with corner mantel).  
Dimensions (WxHxD): 58" x 6 1/2" x 28 9/16"  
The corner hearth base is designed for use with the corner mantels  
to create a handsome riser for the fireplace.  
Dimensions (WxHxD): 52 1/2" x 6" x 23 3/4  
"
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EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE - GA5010  
Mantel Trim  
Hearth Base Trim  
For all models. Equipment shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap. Fits  
1/2" NPT pipe.  
LAMINATE TRIM FOR HEARTH OR MANTEL  
G3002J Series - Jade Marble Laminate Mantel Trim  
BLOWER ACCESSORIES FOR MANUALLY-  
CONTROLLED UNITS  
GA3750A & GA3650TB SERIES  
Manual variable speed control and automatic thermostat variable  
control.Ablowerwillincreaseairflowtomaximizeheatdistribution.  
G3003J Series - Jade Marble Laminate Hearth  
Base Trim  
G3002S Series - Sandstone Marble Laminate  
Mantel Trim  
G3003S Series - Sandstone Marble Laminate Hearth  
Base Trim  
FIREBOX BRICK LINER G8000 Series (Not  
Shown)  
Ceramic fiber firebox liner adds the look of real brick.  
G3002B Series - Black Onyx Marble Laminate Trim  
G3003B Series - Black Onyx Marble Laminate  
Hearth Base Trim  
PERIMETER BRASS TRIM ACCESSORY  
(Not Shown)  
Mantel trim for cabinet or corner mantel. Hearth base trim for  
hardwood hearth bases.  
PT32 - Black Finish  
PT32P - Platinum Finish  
PT32PB - Polished Brass Finish  
PT32B - Brushed Brass Finish  
INFORMATION VIDEO - 108917-01  
For all models. A care and maintenance video is available by calling  
1-866-672-6040.  
PT32PB ncluded with accessory mantels  
DUPLEX OUTLET KIT GA3555 (Not Shown)  
For built-in installation  
CLEANING KIT - GCK  
(Not Shown)  
Your vent-free gas appliance 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.  
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OWNER'S REGISTRATION FORM  
In order to provide better customer service for this and future purchases, we recommend that you register your product with us.  
You can register online at www.desatech.com. If access to our website is not available to you, please complete this Owners  
Registration Form and mail to the address on the back of this owners manual. Please provide the following product information:  
Brand:  
(Comfort Glow, Vanguard, etc.)  
Model:  
(EFP33PR, VTGH33NR, etc.)  
Date Purchased:  
Serial Number:  
First Name:  
Address:  
Note: Keep receipt for warranty verification.  
7 or 9 digit number located on product or identification tag.  
Last Name:  
City:  
State:  
Zip:  
Country:  
Home Phone:  
E-Mail:  
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Please answer the following questions to register your product with DESA International:  
1. Where will the product be used?  
©©Living/Family Room ©©Office/Warehouse ©©Utility Shed/Outbuilding ©©Garage ©©Bedroom ©©Bathroom ©©Other  
2. If you bought this product yourself, did you plan to purchase this type of product before going into the store? ©©Yes ©©No  
3. Who selected the product? © Male © Female © Both  
4. What is the population of your area? ©©Under 10,000 ©©10,000 to 25,000 © 25,000 to 50,000 ©©50,000 to 100,000  
©©100,000 to 250,000 ©©Over 250,000  
5. What is your primary source of heat? ©©Propane (LP Gas) ©©Fuel Oil ©©Wood ©©Natural Gas ©©Electric ©©Other  
6. How was the product installed? ©©Professional Installer ©©Self ©©Other  
7. Cost of product excluding sales tax? $___________________  
8. Cost to install product? $____________________  
9. Type of store where product was purchased? ©©Hardware ©©Propane Dealer ©©Natural Gas/Utility Co. ©©Home Center/Builders Supply  
©©Fireplace or Hearth Shop ©©Farm Store ©©Other  
10. What motivated you to buy this product? ©©Sudden Cold Weather ©©Replace Older Model ©©D.I.Y. Home Project  
©©Emergency Back-Up Heat ©©Heater was on Sale ©©Energy Savings/High Efficiency ©©Construction Project ©©Other  
11. How did you learn about this product brand? ©©Advertising ©©Relative or Friend ©©Store Display ©©Other ________________________  
12. Level of Education of Purchaser: ©©Some High School ©©Completed High School ©©Completed College ©©Completed Graduate School  
13. Age of Purchaser: ©©Under 20 ©©20 - 29 ©©30 - 39 ©©40 - 49 ©©50 - 59 ©©60 or Over  
14. Buyers total annual household income: ©©Under $15,000 ©©$15,000 to $19,999 ©©$20,000 to $34,999 ©©$35,000 to $49,999  
©©$50,000 to $74,999 ©©$75,000 to $99,999 ©©$100,000 and Over  
15. Store where product was purchased:  
Name: ______________________________________  
City: _______________________ State: __________  
16. In choosing this product, how important were the following:  
Not Important  
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Very Important  
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Brand Name  
Overall Quality  
Heat Output  
Made in USA  
Warranty  
Local Service  
Value for Price  
Prior Brand Experience  
Controls Location  
Thermostat, Remote, or Manual Operation  
Ease of Operation  
Special Features  
Salespersons Recommendation  
Friend/Relatives Recommendation  
Portability  
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A T P E  
Postage  
Required  
TM  
2701 Industrial Drive  
P.O. Box 90004  
Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004  
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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 PROPANE/LP GAS FIREPLACE  
DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for four (4) years and five (5) years on stainless steel  
burnersfromthedateoffirstpurchase, providedthattheproducthasbeenproperlyinstalled, operatedandmaintainedinaccordancewithallapplicable  
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 to proper operating  
condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a DESA Authorized Service Center. Warranty part(s) MUST be obtained through authorized  
dealers of this product and/or DESA International 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  
ALLIMPLIEDWARRANTIES,INCLUDINGWARRANTIESOFMERCHANTABILITYANDFITNESSFORAPARTICULARPURPOSETO  
FOUR (4) YEARS ON ALL COMPONENTS AND FIVE (5) YEARS ON STAINLESS STEEL BURNERS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST  
PURCHASE; AND DESA INTERNATIONAL’S LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND  
DESA INTERNATIONAL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT, INCIDEN-  
TAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.  
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:  
TM  
2701 Industrial Drive  
P.O. Box 90004  
Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004  
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