Vanguard Heating Indoor Fireplace WMH26TNB User Manual

VENT-FREE COMPACT FIREPLACE  
®
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL  
VMH26TPB  
VMH26TNB  
14,000 to 26,000 Btu/Hr  
with Thermostat  
Shown with Optional  
Cabinet Mantel/Hearth  
Base Accessory  
WARNING:Improperinstallation,adjust-  
ment,alteration,service,ormaintenance  
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:Iftheinformationinthismanualisnot  
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result  
causing property damage, personal injury, or  
loss of life.  
— Do not store or use gasoline or other  
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of  
this or any other appliance.  
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS  
• 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’sphone.Followthegassupplier’s  
instructions.  
WARNING: This is an unvented gas-  
firedheater.Itusesair(oxygen)fromthe  
room in which it is installed. Provisions  
for adequate combustion and ventila-  
tionairmustbeprovided.RefertoAirfor  
Combustion and Ventilation section on  
page 4 of this manual.  
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call  
the fire department.  
— Installation and service must be performed by  
aqualifiedinstaller,serviceagency,orthegas  
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 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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SAFETY INFORMATION  
LOCAL CODES  
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION  
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SAFETY INFORMATION  
Continued  
1. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on 15. Operating fireplace above elevations of 4,500 feet could cause  
the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with  
pilot outage.  
other gases.  
16. Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken. Do not operate  
fireplace if a log is chipped (dime-sized or larger).  
2. Do not place propane/LP supply tank(s) inside any structure.  
Locate propane/LP supply tank(s) outdoors (propane/LP only).  
17. To prevent performance problems, do not use propane/LP fuel  
tank of less than 100 lbs. capacity (propane/LP only).  
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  
• 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  
LOCAL CODES  
Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all local codes. In the  
absenceoflocalcodes, usethelatesteditionofTheNationalFuelGas  
Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54*.  
4. This fireplace shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom.  
*Available from:  
5. Do not use this fireplace as a wood-burning fireplace. Use only  
the logs provided with the fireplace.  
American National Standards Institute, Inc.  
1430 Broadway  
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.  
New York, NY 10018  
National Fire Protection Association, Inc.  
Batterymarch Park  
Quincy, MA 02269  
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.  
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION  
8. To prevent the creation of soot, follow the instructions in Clean-  
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.  
Fireplace  
Cabinet  
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 5 through 7. If fireplace keeps shutting off, see Trouble-  
shooting, pages 20 through 22.  
Screen  
11. Do not run fireplace  
• where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored.  
• under dusty conditions.  
Logs  
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 under water. Immedi-  
ately call a qualified service technician to inspect the room  
fireplace and to replace any part of the control system and any  
gas control which has been under water.  
Control Knob  
Ignitor Button  
14. Turn off and unplug fireplace and let cool before servicing. Only  
a qualified service person should service and repair fireplace.  
Figure 1 - Vent-Free Gas Compact Fireplace  
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PRODUCT FEATURES  
UNPACKING  
ASSEMBLY  
Assembling Fireplace  
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PRODUCT FEATURES  
ASSEMBLY  
SAFETY PILOT  
WARNING: Always have branch support and  
screen in place before operating fireplace. This pre-  
vents excessive temperatures on fireplace surfaces.  
This fireplace has a pilot with an Oxygen Depletion Sensing (ODS)  
safety shutoff system.TheODS/pilotisarequiredfeatureforvent-free  
room fireplaces. The ODS/pilot shuts off the fireplace if there is not  
enough fresh air.  
WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accor-  
dance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts  
specifically approved with this fireplace may result in  
property damage or personal injury.  
PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEM  
This fireplace has a piezo ignitor. This system requires no matches,  
batteries, or other sources to light fireplace.  
ASSEMBLING FIREPLACE  
THERMOSTATIC HEAT CONTROL  
Tools Required:  
Thisfireplacehasathermostatsensingbulbandacontrolvalve. The  
thermostat will automatically modulate the heat output to maintain  
a consistent room temperature. This results in greater fireplace  
comfort. This can also result in lower gas bills.  
• Phillips screwdriver  
• 5/16" hex wrench  
• slotted screwdriver  
Installing Log  
1. Lift screen up and pull out to remove.  
2. Cut two plastic straps to remove the log from the firebox cavity.  
UNPACKING  
1. Remove log box and fireplace from carton. The hood is not  
attached. IMPORTANT: The fireplace hood is inside the card-  
board protective end wrap on the left side of fireplace (as  
viewed from front). A decal is on the outside of the cardboard  
end wrap stating hood is enclosed (see Figure 2).  
3. An optional blower is available. See Accessories, page 26. In-  
stall optional blower now. Follow installation instructions pro-  
vided with blower.  
2. Remove hood from cardboard protective end wrap as shown  
in Figure 2.  
4. Remove log packaging material and discard packaging. Gently  
place log set on burner support (see Figure 3). The log should  
fit flat against top of burner support and log locator tabs fit  
into the slots under the log. Do not allow log to contact flame.  
If flame contacts log, soot will be created.  
3. Remove all protective packaging applied to fireplace for shipment.  
4. Make sure your fireplace includes one hardware packet.  
5. Check fireplace for any shipping damage. If fireplace is dam-  
aged, promptly inform dealer where you bought fireplace.  
5. Reattach screen by placing the notches in the screen frame  
over the shoulder screws and pushing down.  
IMPORTANT:  
THIS PACKAGE CONTAINS A  
Shoulder  
Screw  
Burner Support with  
Log Locator Tabs  
FIREPLACE HOOD. UNWRAP  
CARTON AND REMOVE HOOD  
BEFORE DISCARDING  
PROTECTIVE PACKAGING.  
Hood Enclosed  
Decal  
Cardboard  
Protective  
Fireplace  
End Wrap  
Log  
Screen  
2
1
Branch  
Support  
Hood  
Figure 3 - Assembling Fireplace  
Figure 2 - Removing Fireplace Hood  
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ASSEMBLY  
Assembling Fireplace (Cont.)  
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AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION  
Providing Adequate Ventilation  
ASSEMBLY  
Continued  
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.  
Assembling Hood  
1. Locate four black phillips sheet metal screws from the hard-  
ware packet.  
Exhaustfans,fireplaces,clothesdryers,andfuelburningappliances  
drawairfromthehousetooperate.Youmustprovideadequatefresh  
air for these appliances. This will insure proper venting of vented  
fuel-burning appliances.  
2. Rotate hood as shown in Figure 4. Make sure hood tabs  
point toward fireplace.  
3. Insert hood tabs between baffle and louvers (see Figure 4).  
4. Gently rotate hood to upright position. Make sure hood tabs are  
behind louvers and hood is resting on firebox top (see Figure 4).  
PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION  
5. Align screw holes on hood with screw holes on firebox top.  
6. Insert screws as shown in Figure 4. Tighten screws firmly.  
The following are excerpts from National Fuel Gas Code,ANSI  
Z223.1/ NFPA 54, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation.  
All spaces in homes fall into one of the three following ventilation  
classifications:  
Louver  
1. Unusually Tight Construction  
2. Unconfined Space  
Hood Tabs  
3. Confined Space  
The information on pages 5 through 7 will help you classify your  
space and provide adequate ventilation.  
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.  
Hood Tab  
Hood  
Baffle  
Unusually tight construction is defined as construction  
where:  
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  
Sheet Metal  
Screw  
Firebox Top  
b. weather stripping has been added on openable win-  
dows and doors and  
Figure 4 - Assembling Hood  
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.  
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND  
VENTILATION  
WARNING: This heater shall not be installed in a  
confined space or unusually tight construction un-  
less provisions are provided for adequate combustion  
and ventilation air. Read the following instructions to  
insure proper fresh air for this and other fuel-burning  
appliances in your home.  
If your home meets all of the three criteria above, you  
must provide additional fresh air. See Ventilation Air  
From Outdoors, page 7.  
If your home does not meet all of the three criteria above,  
proceed to Determining Fresh-Air Flow For Fireplace  
Location, page 6.  
Today’s homes are built more energy efficient than ever. New materi-  
als, increased insulation, and new construction methods help reduce  
heat loss in homes. Home owners weather strip and caulk around  
windows and doors to keep the cold air out and the warm air in. During  
heating months, home owners want their homes as airtight as possible.  
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AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION  
Providing Adequate Ventilation (Cont.)  
Determining Fresh-Air Flow for Heater Location  
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AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND  
VENTILATION  
Continued  
3. Add the Btu/Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space.  
Confined and Unconfined Space  
Vent-free heater  
Gas water heater*  
Gas furnace  
_____________ Btu/Hr  
_____________ Btu/Hr  
_____________ Btu/Hr  
_____________ Btu/Hr  
_____________ Btu/Hr  
The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.3/ 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.  
Vented gas heater  
Gas fireplace logs  
Other gas appliances* + _____________ Btu/Hr  
Total = _____________ Btu/Hr  
* Do not include direct-vent gas appliances. Direct-vent draws com-  
bustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors.  
* Adjoining rooms are communicating only if there are doorless  
passageways or ventilation grills between them.  
Example:  
30,000  
_____________ Btu/Hr  
Gas water heater  
Vent-free heater  
Total  
26,000  
+ _____________ Btu/Hr  
Confined and Unconfined Space  
56,000  
= _____________ Btu/Hr  
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.  
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)  
56,000 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 can support. You must  
provide additional fresh air. Your options are as follows:  
* Adjoining rooms are communicating only if there are doorless  
passageways or ventilation grills between them.  
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, page 7.  
DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR  
HEATER LOCATION  
Determining if You Have a Confined or  
Unconfined Space  
B. Vent room directly to the outdoors. See Ventilation Air From Out-  
doors, page 7.  
C. Install a lower Btu/Hr heater, if lower Btu/Hr size makes room  
unconfined.  
Use this work sheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space.  
Space:Includestheroominwhichyouwillinstallheaterplusanyadjoining  
If the actual Btu/Hr used is less than the maximum Btu/Hr the space can  
support, thespaceisanunconfinedspace. Youwillneednoadditionalfresh  
air ventilation.  
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)  
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.  
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.  
__________ (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)  
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AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION  
Ventilation Air  
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INSTALLATION  
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND  
VENTILATION  
Continued  
VENTILATION AIR  
Ventilated  
Ventilation Air From Inside Building  
Outlet  
Attic  
Air  
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 5). You can also remove door into  
adjoining room (see option 3, Figure 5). 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.  
Outlet  
Air  
To Attic  
To  
Crawl  
Space  
Inlet  
Air  
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.  
Ventilated  
Crawl Space  
Inlet Air  
Figure 6 - Ventilation Air from Outdoors Shown with Optional  
Mantel  
INSTALLATION  
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.  
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.  
12"  
Ventilation Grills  
Into Adjoining Room,  
WARNING: A qualified service person must in-  
stall fireplace. Follow all local codes.  
Ventilation  
Grills  
into Adjoining  
Room,  
Option 2  
Or  
Remove  
Door into  
Adjoining  
Room,  
Option 1  
Option 3  
WARNING: Never install the fireplace  
in a bedroom or a bathroom  
in a recreational vehicle  
where curtains, furniture, clothing, or other flam-  
mable objects are less than 36 inches from the  
front, top, or sides of the fireplace  
as a fireplace insert  
12"  
in high traffic areas  
in windy or drafty areas  
Figure 5 - Ventilation Air from Inside Building Shown with  
Optional Mantel  
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INSTALLATION  
Check Gas Type  
Installation Items  
Locating Fireplace  
8
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
LOCATING FIREPLACE  
CAUTION: This fireplace creates warm air cur-  
rents. These currents move heat to wall surfaces next  
to fireplace. Installing fireplace next to vinyl or cloth  
wallcoveringsoroperatingfireplacewhereimpurities  
(such as, but not limited to, tobacco smoke, aromatic  
candles,cleaningfluids,oilorkerosenelamps,etc.)in  
the air exist, may discolor walls or cause odors.  
WARNING: Maintain the minimum clearances  
shown in Figures 7 and 8. If you can, provide greater  
clearances from floor, ceiling, and joining wall.  
You can recess firebox into the wall. You can also position fireplace  
in the optional cabinet or corner mantels. IMPORTANT: Only use  
optional cabinet or corner mantels specified in this manual. Pur-  
chasetheoptionalmantelfromyourdealer(seeAccessories,page26).  
IMPORTANT: Vent-free fireplaces add moisture to the air. Although  
this is beneficial, installing fireplace in rooms without enough ventila-  
tion air may cause mildew to form from too much moisture. See Air for  
Combustion and Ventilation, pages 5 through 7.  
CEILING  
36"  
Minimum  
Note:YourVanguardfireplaceisdesignedtobeusedinzeroclearance  
installations. Wall or framing material can be placed directly against  
anyexteriorsurfaceofyourfireplace,exceptwherestandoffspacersare  
integrally attached. If standoff spacers are attached to your fireplace,  
these spacers can be placed directly against wall or framing materials.  
6"  
Minimum  
From  
Sides Of  
Fireplace  
Use the dimensions shown for rough openings to create the easiest  
installation (see Built-In Fireplace Installation, page 9).  
Left  
Side  
Right  
Side  
CHECK GAS TYPE  
0" Minimum To Top Surface  
Of Carpeting, Tile Or Other  
Combustible Material  
Use the correct gas type (natural or propane/LP) for your unit. If  
your gas supply is not correct, do not install fireplace. Call dealer  
where you bought fireplace for proper type fireplace.  
FLOOR  
Figure 7 - Mounting Clearances As Viewed From Front of  
Fireplace Shown Built-In the Wall  
INSTALLATION ITEMS  
CEILING  
Before installing fireplace, make sure you have the items listed  
below.  
Top Of  
Mantel Can  
• external regulator - propane/LP only (supplied by installer)  
• piping (check local codes)  
• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)  
• equipment shutoff valve *  
• test gauge connection*  
• ground joint union  
36"  
Be Flush  
Minimum  
With Wall  
• sediment trap  
• tee joint  
• pipe wrench  
Right  
Side  
Left  
Side  
0" Minimum To Top  
Surface Of Carpeting,  
Tile Or Other  
* A CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT  
tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge connection. Purchase  
the optional CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve from  
your dealer. See Accessories, page 26.  
Combustible Material  
Note: If desired, purchase a four-sided brass trim kit for built-in  
installations. See Accessories, page 26.  
Figure 8 - Mounting Clearances As Viewed From Front of  
Fireplace Shown with Optional Mantel  
Note: When installing fireplace directly on carpeting, tile or other  
combustible material, other than wood flooring, the fireplace shall  
be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and  
depth of the fireplace.  
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INSTALLATION  
Locating Fireplace (Cont.)  
Built-In Fireplace Installation  
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INSTALLATION  
Continued  
2. If installing GA3450T blower accessory, do so at this time.  
CAUTION: If you install the fireplace in a home  
garage  
fireplace pilot and burner must be at least 18 inches  
above floor.  
See Installing Blower Accessory GA3450T, page 11.  
Note: If not installing blower accessory, you may wish to run  
electrical wiring to your fireplace for future blower installa-  
tion (see Accessories, page 26) Use only approved three-wire  
electrical wiring.  
locate fireplace where moving vehicle will not hit it.  
Note:Aqualified installer should make all electrical connections.  
For convenience and efficiency, install fireplace  
• where there is easy access for operation, inspection, and service.  
• in coldest part of room.  
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.  
An optional blower kit is available from your dealer (see Accesso-  
ries, page 26). If planning to use blower, locate fireplace near an  
electrical outlet.  
4. If you have not assembled firebox, follow instructions on page 4.  
5. Carefully set fireplace in front of rough opening with back of  
fireplace inside wall opening.  
BUILT-IN FIREPLACE INSTALLATION  
6. Attach flexible gas line to fireplace gas regulator. See Con-  
Built-in installation of this fireplace involves installing fireplace  
into a framed-in enclosure. This makes the front of fireplace flush  
with wall. An optional brass trim kit accessory is available (see  
Accessories, page 26). Brass trim will extend past sides of fireplace  
approximately 1/2 inch. This will cover the rough edges of the wall  
opening. If installing a built-in mantel above the fireplace you must  
follow the clearances shown in Figure 12, page 10. Follow the  
instructions below to install the fireplace in this manner.  
necting Fireplace to Gas Supply, page 15.  
7. Bend four nailing flanges on outer casing with pliers (see  
Figure 11, page 10).  
8. Attach fireplace to wall studs using nails or wood screws  
through holes in nailing flange.  
9. Check all gas connections for leaks. See Checking Gas Con-  
nections, page 16.  
Actual Framing  
Height  
Front Width  
Depth  
26"  
26 3/4"  
9 1/2"  
3/4"  
26 7/8"  
26 7/8"  
10 1/2"  
3/4"  
10 1/2  
"
Bottom  
267/8  
"
1. Frame in rough opening. Use dimensions shown in Figure 9  
for the rough opening.  
3/4" Off  
The Floor  
Minimum  
If installing in a corner, use dimensions shown in Figure 10  
for the rough opening. The height is 26 7/8" which is the same  
as the wall opening above.  
267/8  
"
Figure 9 - Rough Opening for Installing in Wall  
WARNING: If pre-wiring, do not connect wiring to  
any electrical source at this time.  
Install fireplace electrical outlet and connect wiring  
to outlet before connecting to electrical source. The  
fireplaceelectricaloutletisincludedwiththeGA3450T  
blower accessory.  
365  
/
8"  
257  
/
8"  
267  
513  
/
8
"
Only use the fireplace electrical outlet supplied with  
the GA3450T blower accessory.  
/
4
"
Figure 10 - Rough Opening for Installing in Corner  
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INSTALLATION  
Built-In Fireplace Installation (Cont.)  
Optional Mantel Installation  
10  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
10. If using optional brass trim kit, install the trim after final fin-  
ishing and/or painting of wall. See instructions included with  
brass trim accessory for attaching brass trim.  
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.  
IMPORTANT: When finishing your firebox, combustible materials  
NOTICE: Surface temperatures of adjacent walls and  
mantels become hot during operation. Walls and  
mantels above the firebox may become hot to the  
touch. If installed properly, these temperatures meet  
the requirement of the national product standard.  
Followallminimumclearancesshowninthismanual.  
WARNING: Do not allow any combustible materi-  
als to overlap the firebox front facing.  
IMPORTANT: Noncombustible materials such as brick, tile, etc.  
may overlap the front facing, but should never cover any necessary  
openings like louvered slots.  
NOTICE: If your installation does not meet the mini-  
mumclearancesshowninFigure12,youmustdoone  
of the following:  
WARNING:Donotallownoncombustiblematerials  
to cover any necessary openings like louvered slots.  
raise the mantel to an acceptable height  
remove the mantel  
WARNING: Never modify or cover the louvered  
slots on the front of the firebox.  
OPTIONAL MANTEL INSTALLATION  
Note: Refer to instructions provided with the mantel for assembly  
instructions.Refertoinstructionsbelowforsysteminstallation.Refer  
to instructions on page 4 for firebox assembly. Blower accessory  
should be installed if it is being used (see Accessories, page 26).  
WARNING: Use only noncombustible mortar or  
adhesives when overlapping the front facing with  
noncombustible facing material.  
1. Unscrew four brass screws that attach top louver to fireplace.  
Remove louver from fireplace and set aside.  
Nails or  
Wood Screws  
2. Place fireplace on wood base.  
3. Place mantel around fireplace/base assembly.  
4. Assemble brass trim kit. See Assembling Brass Trim, page 11.  
Mantel Shelf  
10"  
Note:  
All vertical  
8"  
measurements  
are from top of  
fireplace  
Nailing Flanges  
6"  
2 1/2  
"
opening to  
bottom of  
mantel shelf. All  
measurements  
are in inches.  
Figure 11 - Attaching Fireplace to Wall Studs  
Side of  
Firebox  
Figure 12 - Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation  
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INSTALLATIONS  
Optional Mantel Installation (Cont.)  
Installing Blower Accessory - GA3450T  
11  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
5. Firmly snap brass trim kit on shoulder screws. Shoulder screws  
are located on fireplace cabinet (see Figure 13).  
Assembling Brass Trim (Brass Trim Shipped  
with Mantel)  
1. Remove packaging from three remaining pieces of brass trim.  
6. Align brass trim kit for flush fit around opening.  
7. Use two 3" wood screws provided and attach fireplace base to  
wooden base (see Figure 13).  
2. Locate two adjusting plates with set screws, and two shims in  
the hardware packet.  
8. Remove brass trim kit and mantel. Be careful not to damage  
wall or mantel.  
3. Align shim under adjusting plate as shown in Figure 15.  
4. Slide one end of adjusting plate/shim in slot on mitered edge  
of top brass trim (see Figure 15).  
9. Place wood base next to wall at installation location.  
10. Attach wood base to floor with two 1 3/4" black screws provided  
(see Figure 14). If the floor is concrete use anchor method (see  
Attaching Wood Base to Solid Floor, page 14).  
5. Slide other end of adjusting plate/shim in slot on mitered edge  
of side brass trim (see Figure 15).  
6. While firmly holding edges of brass trim together, tighten both  
set screws on the adjusting plate with slotted screwdriver.  
11. Install gas line. See Connecting To Gas Supply, page 14.  
12. Check for leaks. See Checking Gas Connections, page 16.  
7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 for other corner.  
13. Place mantel around fireplace. Be careful not to damage wall  
or mantel.  
8. Set brass assembly aside for later installation.  
14. Place brass trim kit on the shoulder screws located on the side  
and top of the fireplace. Firmly snap the brass trim over the  
shoulder screws on fireplace (see Figure 13).  
Slot  
Set Screws  
Top Brass  
Trim  
15. Adjust assembly to remove any gaps.Attach remaining two 3"  
wood screws from hardware pack through openings inside of  
fireplace sides into the mantel. The openings are located at top  
behind the area for the brass louvers (see Figure 14).  
Adjusting  
Plate  
Mitered Edge  
Side Brass Trim  
Shim  
16. Reinstall top brass louvers.  
Slot  
Figure 15 - Assembling Brass Trim  
Hole for 3" wood  
Shoulder Screws  
screw for attaching  
fireplace to mantel  
INSTALLING BLOWER ACCESSORY  
GA3450T  
Removing Upper Louver Assembly  
To install the blower accessory, you must first remove the upper  
louver assembly.  
1. Lift screen off heater.  
2. Remove 4 screws from louver assembly (see Figure 16). Save  
these screws.  
Hole for 3"  
wood screw for  
attaching  
3. Pull louver assembly straight out from the cabinet. Be careful  
not to scratch the paint. Set louver assembly and screws aside.  
fireplace to  
Assembled  
Brass Trim  
wooden base  
Blower Bracket  
Mounting Holes  
Figure 13 - Attaching Brass Trim to Fireplace  
Brass Screws  
1 3/4" Screw  
Upper Louver  
Assembly  
Wood Base  
Figure 16 - Removing Upper Louver Assembly  
Figure 14 - Attaching Wood Base to Floor  
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Installing Blower Accessory - GA3450T (Cont.)  
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INSTALLATION  
Continued  
3. Note the wire locations on back of AUTO/OFF/ON switch.  
The terminals on back of switch are numbered 1, 2, and 3.  
Carefully remove red wire from terminal 1 and blue wire from  
terminal 3. Black wire can remain on middle terminal 2 (see  
Figure 18).  
Removing Valve Cover Shield  
1. Open bottom louver assembly by swinging the assembly down  
(see Figure 17).  
2. Using short Phillips screwdriver, remove the screw under the  
center of the branch support. Rotate valve cover shield clock-  
wise and slide out.  
4. Carefully disconnect green and white wires at their insulated  
connectors.  
IMPORTANT: Do not remove shoulder screw on the left side  
of valve cover shield. Slide the valve cover shield off of the  
shoulder screw (see Figure 17).  
5. In top of the heater cabinet, locate the four mounting holes on  
the outer casing.Align these four holes with those on the blower  
bracket assembly.Attach blower bracket assembly to the outer  
casing with 4 #10 screws provided (see Figure 18).  
Note: If you do not have a short Phillips screwdriver, the  
screen, log set, and branch support must be removed so a longer  
screwdriver may be used. See Connecting Equipment Shutoff  
Valve to Heater Control, page 15, steps 1 and 2.  
6. Route the wire harness through the hole in left side of baffle.  
Pull wire harness through lower opening above where the  
valve shield was removed. (see Figure 18).  
Branch Support  
7. Insert the 4 wire harness into one of the round holes in the rear  
of the valve cover shield and through the rectangular hole in  
the front of shield (see Figure 18).  
Shoulder Screw  
8. Reconnect red wire to switch position 3. Reconnect blue wire  
to switch position 1. Reconnect green and white wires.  
Remove  
Screw  
Valve Cover  
Shield  
Blower Bracket  
Assembly  
Wiring Routing  
Hole in Baffle  
Wire  
Harness  
2
Screw  
Baffle  
1
Bottom Louver  
Assembly  
Snap Bushings  
Switch  
Power  
Cord  
Figure 17 - Removing Valve Cover Shield  
Installing Blower Assembly  
3
2
1
CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection  
when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause  
improper and dangerous operation.  
Red  
Switch  
Plate  
Blue  
Valve Cover  
Shield  
CAUTION: Verify proper operation after servicing.  
Note: If you are using a mantel with your heater, use the following  
instructions. If your heater is built-in, see For Built-In Installation  
on page 13.  
Wire  
Harness  
Box Cover  
1. Install snap bushings found in hardware kit into both holes in  
rear of valve cover shield.  
Figure 18 - Installing Blower Bracket Assembly  
2. Make sure the wire harness is firmly connected to the terminals  
on the blower bracket assembly.  
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Installing Blower Accessory - GA3450T(Cont.)  
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INSTALLATION  
Continued  
9. Install the switch plate on the valve cover shield with 2 #10 5. Plug power cord to the outlet receptacle (not provided) as shown  
screws provided (see Figure 18, page 12). Reinstall the valve  
cover shield. Route power cord out of the cabinet by inserting  
it through the bushing on the outer casing (see Figure 18, page  
12). Plug fan kit into 120-Volt grounded power supply and test  
operation. Note: When switch is in the AUTO position, the  
fan will start after the heater has run for a few moments. The  
fan will continue to run for several moments after the heater  
has been turned off. When switch is in the ON position, the  
fan will run until turned to OFF. Reinstall upper louver assem-  
bly and hood if previously removed, (see Figure 16, page 11).  
Close lower louver door.  
in figure 19. Wind the extra cable in power cord and and tie it  
up with the plastic wire strap (see Figure 21). Set the cable  
bundle between the burner bracket and outer casing, away from  
the burner.  
6. Reinstall valve cover shield.  
7. Test to make sure the blower is working properly.  
8. Reinstall upper louver assembly and hood if previously removed,  
(see Figure 16, page 11). Close lower louver door.  
Fan Switch  
(Auto/Off/On)  
Auto  
1
2
Off  
3
Thermostat  
Switch  
(N.O.)  
Blue  
On  
Valve Cover  
Shield  
Blue  
110/115  
V.A.C.  
Red  
Blower  
Motor  
Black  
Red  
White  
Green  
White  
Green  
Switch  
Plate  
Screw  
Figure 20 - Wiring Diagram For Blower Accessory Built-In  
Installation  
Blower Bracket  
Wire  
Figure 19 - Installing Switch Plate to Valve Cover Shield  
Assembly  
Harness  
Screw  
For Built-In Installation  
WARNING: A licensed electrician must connect  
the wiring harness to electrical supply following all  
local codes. Electrician must provide a clamp on the  
box cover to secure the wiring. Wiring should be  
routed through the bushing in the hole on the outer  
casing of heater.  
Switch  
Power  
Cord  
Follow instructions Removing Valve Cover Shield (page 12), then  
Outlet  
Receptacle  
1. Install a snap bushing found in hardware kit into one of the holes  
found on rear of valve cover shield. The other hole is for a strain  
relief clamp (not supplied) to secure incoming electrical supply.  
3
2
1
Red  
Blue  
2. Follow steps 2 through 6 in Installing Blower Assembly, page 12.  
Also remove black wire from middle switch terminal 2.  
Switch  
Plate  
3. Remove black plastic strain relief and power cord from switch  
plate. The power cord supplied will not be used in built-in in-  
stallations. Pop in the plastic snap bushing found in hardware  
kit into the hole left by supply cord/strain relief.  
Plastic  
Wire Strap  
Valve  
Cover  
Shield  
4. A licensed electrician must follow the wiring diagram to con-  
nect incoming electrical supply to fan kit wiring harness (see  
Figure 20).  
Wire  
Harness  
Box Cover  
Clamp Connector  
(not included)  
Figure 21 - Installing Blower Bracket Assembly  
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INSTALLATION  
Installing Blower Accessory - GA3450T (Cont.)  
Attaching Wood Base to Solid Floor  
Connecting to Gas Supply  
14  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
For propane/LP units, installer must supply an external regulator.  
The external regulator 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, fireplace  
regulator damage could occur. Install external regulator with the  
vent pointing down as shown in Figure 23. Pointing the vent down  
protects it from freezing rain or sleet.  
Extension Cord  
Use extension cord if needed. The cord must have a three-prong,  
groundingplugandathree-holereceptacle. Makesurecordisingood  
shape. It must be heavy enough to carry the current needed. An  
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage. This will result in  
loss of power and overheating. Use a No. 16 AWG cord for lengths  
less than 50 feet.  
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"  
or greater diameter to allow proper gas volume to  
fireplace. If pipe is too small, undue loss of volume  
will occur.  
ATTACHING WOOD BASE TO SOLID FLOOR  
For attaching base to solid floors (concrete or masonry)  
Note:Floor anchors and mounting screws are in hardware package.  
The hardware package is provided with fireplace.  
1. Drill holes at marked locations using 5/16" drill bit. For solid  
floors (concrete or masonry), drill at least 1" deep.  
Propane/LP  
Supply Tank  
2. Fold floor anchor as shown in Figure 22.  
3. Insert floor anchor (wings first) into hole. Tap anchor flush to  
floor.  
External Regulator  
4. Insert mounting screws through base and into floor anchors.  
5. Tighten screws until base is firmly fastened to floor.  
Vent Pointing Down  
Figure 22 - Folding Anchor  
Figure 23 - External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down  
Installation must include a 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 24,  
page 15).  
CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY  
WARNING:Thisappliancerequiresa45°maleflare  
fitting 5/8"-18 UNF (Unified National Fine Thread) inlet  
connection and the flexible gas line provided.  
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.  
WARNING: A qualified service person must con-  
nect fireplace to gas supply. Follow all local codes.  
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.  
CAUTION: Never connect propane/LP fireplace  
directly to the propane/LP supply. This fireplace  
requires an external regulator (not supplied). Install  
the external regulator between the fireplace and  
propane/LP supply.  
WARNING: Use pipe joint sealant that is resistant  
to liquid petroleum (LP) gas.  
WARNING:Neverconnectnaturalgasfireplaceto  
private (non-utility) gas wells. This gas is commonly  
known as wellhead gas.  
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Connecting to Gas Supply (Cont.)  
Connecting Equipment Shutoff Valve to Heater Control  
15  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
We recommend that you install a sediment trap in supply line as  
showninFigure24.Locatesedimenttrapwhereitiswithinreachfor  
cleaning. Install in piping system between fuel supply and heater.  
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 controls. If sediment trap is not installed  
or is installed wrong, fireplace may not run properly.  
CAUTION: Avoid damage to regulator. Hold gas  
regulator with wrench when connecting it to gas  
piping and/or fittings.  
4. Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads of gas connec-  
tor attached to flexible gas line/equipment shutoff valve (see  
Figure 26).  
CSA Design-Certified  
Equipment Shutoff Valve  
With 1/8" NPT Tap*  
5. Check all gas connections for leaks. See Checking Gas Con-  
nections, page 16.  
6. Replace branch support back into fireplace. Feed flexible gas  
line into fireplace base area while replacing branch support.  
Make sure the entire flexible gas line is in fireplace base area.  
Reattach branch support to fireplace with screws removed in  
step 2.  
PROPANE/LP  
From External Regulator  
(11" W.C. to 14" W.C.  
Pressure)  
3" Minimum  
Screen  
Branch  
Shipping  
Support  
Screw  
NATURAL  
From Gas Meter (5" W.C.  
to 10.5" W.C. Pressure)  
Pipe  
Nipple  
Cap  
Tee  
Joint  
Shoulder  
Screw  
Sediment Trap  
Figure 24 - Gas Connection  
Flexible  
Gas Line  
* Purchase the optional CSA design-certified equipment shutoff  
valve from your dealer. See Accessories, page 26.  
CONNECTING EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE  
TO HEATER CONTROL  
Screen  
Installation Items Needed  
• Phillips screwdriver  
• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not provided)  
Figure 25 - Removing Log Base Assembly From Fireplace  
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.  
To Fireplace  
Gas Regulator  
Equipment Shutoff Valve  
Provided by Installer  
2. Remove screws that attach branch support to fireplace (see  
Figure 25). Carefully lift up branch support and remove from  
fireplace (see Figure 25).  
PROPANE/LP  
To External  
Regulator  
3. Route flexible gas line included from fireplace control to equip-  
ment shutoff valve through side or rear access holes in outer casing.  
Flexible Gas Line from  
Fireplace Gas Regulator  
Provided with Fireplace  
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 25). The flexible gas supply line connection to  
the equipment shutoff valve should be accessible.  
NATURAL  
To Gas Supply  
Figure 26 - Attaching Flexible Gas Line to Equipment Shutoff  
Valve  
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Checking Gas Connections  
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INSTALLATION  
Continued  
CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS  
3. Make sure control knob of fireplace is in the OFF position.  
WARNING: Test all gas piping and connections  
forleaksafterinstallingorservicing.Correctallleaks  
at once.  
4. Check all joints from equipment shutoff valve to thermostat  
gas valve. Apply a noncorrosive leak detection fluid to gas  
joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.  
5. Correct all leaks 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.  
6. Light fireplace (see Operating Fireplace, pages 17 and 18).  
Check all other internal joints for leaks.  
7. Turn off fireplace (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 18).  
8. Replace front panel.  
CAUTION: Make sure external regulator has been  
installedbetweenpropane/LPsupplyandfireplace.See  
guidelines under Connecting to Gas Supply, page 14.  
Open  
Equipment Shutoff  
Valve  
Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System  
Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa)  
Closed  
1. Disconnect appliance with its appliance main gas valve (control  
valve) and equipment shutoff valve from gas supply piping. Pres-  
sures in excess of 1/2 psig will damage fireplace regulator.  
Figure 27 - Equipment Shutoff Valve  
2. Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment shutoff valve  
was connected.  
Equipment Shutoff Valve  
3. Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane/LP sup-  
ply tank valve for propane/LP gas or opening main gas valve lo-  
cated on or near gas meter for natural gas, or using compressed air.  
Propane/LP  
Supply Tank  
4. Check all joints of gas supply piping system. Apply a noncor-  
rosive leak detection 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 reconnected fittings for leaks.  
Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa)  
Figure 28 - Checking Gas Joints for Propane/LP Gas (Shown  
with Optional Mantel)  
1. Close equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 27).  
2. Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane/  
LP supply tank valve for propane/LP gas or opening main gas  
valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas, or using  
compressed air.  
Equipment Shutoff Valve  
3. Check all joints from gas meter for natural or propane/LP sup-  
ply to equipment shutoff valve (see Figures 28 and 29). Apply  
a noncorrosive leak detection fluid to gas joints. Bubbles form-  
ing show a leak.  
Gas Meter  
4. Correct all leaks at once.  
Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections  
1. Open equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 27).  
Figure 29 - Checking Gas Joints for Natural Gas (Shown with  
Optional Mantel)  
2. Open main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural  
gas or open propane/LP supply tank valve.  
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For Your Safety Read Before Lighting  
Lighting Instructions  
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OPERATING FIREPLACE  
C-clockwise  
5. Turn control knob counterclockwise  
to the PI-  
FOR YOUR SAFETY  
READ BEFORE LIGHTING  
LOT position. Press in control knob for five (5) seconds  
(see Figure 30).  
Note: You may be running this fireplace for the first time  
after hooking up to gas supply. If so, the control knob may  
need to be pressed in for 30 seconds or more. This will al-  
low air to bleed from the gas system.  
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.  
• If control knob does not pop up 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.  
6. With control knob pressed in, push down and release ig-  
nitor button. This will light pilot. The pilot is attached to  
the front of burner. If needed, keep pressing ignitor but-  
ton 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.  
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  
Note: If pilot does not stay lit, refer to Troubleshooting,  
pages 20 through 22. Also contact a qualified service per-  
son or gas supplier for repairs. Until repairs are made, light  
pilot with match. To light pilot with match, see Manual  
Lighting Procedure, page 18.  
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.  
7. Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting  
pilot. After 30 seconds, release control knob.  
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.  
Note: If pilot goes out, repeat steps 3 through 7. This fire-  
place has a safety interlock system. Wait one (1) minute  
before lighting pilot again.  
C-clockwise  
8. Turn control knob counterclockwise  
to desired  
heating level. The main burner should light. Set control  
knob to any heat level between HI and LO.  
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.  
CAUTION: Do not try to adjust heating levels by  
using the equipment shutoff valve.  
LIGHTING  
INSTRUCTIONS  
Control Knob  
Ignitor Button  
WARNING: You must operate this fireplace with  
the fireplace screen in place. Make sure fireplace  
screen is installed before running fireplace.  
Figure 30 - Control Knob In The OFF Position  
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.  
Pilot Burner  
Ignitor Electrode  
Thermocouple  
1. STOP! Read the safety information above.  
2. Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully open.  
3. Turn control knob clockwise  
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! Follow  
“B” in the safety information above. If you don’t smell gas,  
go to the next step.  
Figure 31 - Pilot (Propane/LP Shown)  
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To Turn Off Gas To Appliance  
Thermostat Control Operation  
Manual Lighting Procedure  
Operating Blower  
18  
INSPECTING BURNER  
Pilot Flame Pattern  
OPERATING FIREPLACE  
Continued  
Note: Your fireplace and thermostat 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.  
TO TURN OFF GAS  
TO APPLIANCE  
Shutting Off Fireplace  
1. Turn control knob clockwise  
to the OFF position.  
Clockwise  
Note: It is safe to operate fireplace with blower turned off.  
However,theblowerhelpsdistributeheatedairfromthefireplace.  
2. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to  
be performed.  
Shutting Off Burner Only (pilot stays lit)  
Turn control knob clockwise  
to the PILOT position.  
Clockwise  
O
N
O
F
F
THERMOSTAT  
CONTROL OPERATION  
Auto/Off/On  
Switch  
The thermostatic control used on this fireplace differs from  
standard thermostats. Standard thermostats simply turn on and  
off the burner. The thermostat used on this fireplace senses the  
room temperature. The thermostat adjusts the amount of gas  
flow to the burner. This increases or decreases the burner flame  
height. At times the room may exceed the set temperature. If so,  
theburnerwillshutoff. Theburnerwillcyclebackonwhenroom  
temperature drops below the set temperature.  
Figure 32 - Auto/Off/On Switch  
INSPECTING BURNER  
Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame pattern often.  
PILOT FLAME PATTERN  
The control knob can be set to any heat level between HI and LO.  
Note: The thermostat sensing bulb measures the temperature  
of air near the fireplace cabinet. This may not alwaysagree with  
room temperature (depending on housing construction, instal-  
lation location, room size, open air temperatures, etc.). Fre-  
quent use of your fireplace will let you determine your own  
comfort levels.  
Figure 33 shows a correct pilot flame pattern. Figure 34 shows an  
incorrect pilot flame pattern. The incorrect pilot flame is not properly  
heating the thermocouple. This will cause the thermocouple to cool.  
When the thermocouple cools, the fireplace will shut down.  
If pilot flame pattern is incorrect, as shown in Figure 34  
• turn fireplace off (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance)  
• see Troubleshooting, pages 20 through 22  
MANUAL LIGHTING  
PROCEDURE  
1. Follow steps 1 through 5 under Lighting Instructions, page 17.  
Note: The pilot flame on natural gas units will have a slight curve,  
but flame should be blue and have no yellow or orange color.  
2. With control knob pressed in, strike match. Hold match to  
pilot until pilot lights.  
Pilot Burner  
Pilot Burner  
3. Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting  
pilot. After 30 seconds, release control knob. Now follow  
step 8, page 17.  
Thermocouple  
Thermocouple  
OPERATING  
BLOWER  
Figure 33 - Correct Pilot  
Flame Pattern (Propane/LP  
Shown)  
Figure 34 - Incorrect Pilot  
Flame Pattern (Propane/LP  
Shown)  
This blower has three settings: ON, OFF, and AUTO. In the ON  
position, the blower will operate constantly. In the OFF posi-  
tion, the blower will not operate. In the AUTO position, the  
blower will start when the thermostat senses a sufficient in-  
crease in firebox temperature.  
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INSPECTING BURNER  
Burner Flame Pattern  
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE  
Cleaning Burner Injector Holder and Pilot Air Inlet Hole  
Cabinet  
19  
INSPECTING BURNER  
Continued  
heating season. Blocked air holes will create soot. We recommend  
that you clean the unit every three months during operation and have  
heater inspected yearly by a qualified service person.  
BURNER FLAME PATTERN  
Figure 35 shows a correct burner flame pattern. Figure 36 shows an  
incorrect burner flame pattern. The incorrect burner flame pattern  
shows sporadic, irregular flame tipping. The flame should not be  
dark or have an orange/reddish tinge.  
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.  
Note: When using the fireplace the first time, the flame will be  
orange for approximately one hour until the log cures.  
If burner flame pattern is incorrect, as shown in Figure 36  
• turn fireplace off (see To Turn Off Gas to Appliance, page 18)  
• see Troubleshooting, pages 20 through 22  
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 37).  
3. Blow air through the ports/slots and holes in the burner.  
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.  
Figure 35 - Correct Burner Flame Pattern  
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 38). With the unit off, lightly blow  
airthroughtheairinlethole.Youmayblowthroughadrinkingstraw  
if compressed air is not available.  
Figure 36 - Incorrect Burner Flame Pattern  
CLEANINGANDMAINTENANCE  
Ports/Slots  
Pilot Air  
WARNING: Turn off fireplace and let cool before  
cleaning.  
Injector  
Inlet Hole  
Holder  
CAUTION:Youmustkeepcontrolareas,burner,and  
circulating air passageways of fireplace clean. Inspect  
these areas of fireplace before each use. Have fireplace  
inspected yearly by a qualified service person. Fire-  
place may need more frequent cleaning due to exces-  
sive lint from carpeting, bedding material, pet hair, etc.  
Burner  
Tube  
Pilot Assembly  
Primary Air Inlet Holes  
Figure 37 - Injector Holder  
On Outlet Burner Tube  
Figure 38 - Pilot Inlet Air Hole  
(Propane/LP Shown)  
WARNING: Failure to keep the primary air  
opening(s) of the burner(s) clean may result in soot-  
ing and property damage.  
CABINET  
Air Passageways  
CLEANING BURNER INJECTOR HOLDER  
AND PILOT AIR INLET HOLE  
• Use a vacuum cleaner or pressurized air to clean.  
Exterior  
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  
• Use a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water mixture.  
Wipe the cabinet to remove dust.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
20  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
Note: For additional help, visit DESA’s  
technical service web site at  
WARNING:Turnoffandunplug  
fireplaceandletcoolbeforeservic-  
ing.Onlyaqualifiedserviceperson  
shouldserviceandrepairfireplace.  
CAUTION: Never use a wire,  
needle, or similar object to clean  
ODS/pilot.ThiscandamageODS/  
pilot unit.  
Note:Alltroubleshootingitemsarelistedin  
order of operation.  
OBSERVED PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
REMEDY  
When ignitor button is pressed, there is no 1. Ignitor cable pinched or wet  
spark at ODS/pilot  
1. Free ignitor cable if pinched by any  
metal or tubing. Keep ignitor cable dry  
2. Ignitor electrode not connected to igni- 2. Reconnect ignitor cable  
tor cable  
3. Broken ignitor cable  
4. Bad piezo ignitor  
5. Ignitor electrode broken  
6. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong  
3. Replace ignitor cable  
4. Replace piezo ignitor  
5. Replace pilot assembly  
6. Replace pilot assembly  
1. Gas supply turned off or equipment 1. Turn on gas supply or open equipment  
When ignitor button is pressed, there is  
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. Re-  
peat igniting operation until air is removed  
5. Depleted gas supply (propane/LP only) 5. Contact local propane/LP gas company  
6. ODS/pilot is clogged  
6. Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and  
Maintenance, page 19) or replace ODS/  
pilot assembly  
7. Gas regulator setting is not correct  
1. Control knob not fully pressed in  
7. Replace gas regulator  
1. Press in control knob fully  
ODS/pilot lights but flame goes out when  
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. Thermocouple connection loose at con- 5. Hand tighten until snug, then tighten 1/4  
trol valve  
turn more  
6. Pilot flame not touching thermocouple, 6. A) Contact local propane/LP or natural  
which allows thermocouple to cool,  
causing pilot flame to go out. This prob-  
lem could be caused by one or both of  
the following:  
gas company  
B) Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and  
Maintenance, page 19) or replace ODS/  
pilot assembly  
A) Low gas pressure  
B) Dirty or partially clogged ODS/pilot  
7. Thermocouple damaged  
8. Control valve damaged  
7. Replace pilot assembly  
8. Replace control valve  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
Continued  
OBSERVED PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
REMEDY  
Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit  
1. Burner orifice is clogged  
1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte-  
nance, page 19) or replace burner orifice  
2. Contact local propane/LP or natural gas  
company  
2. Inlet gas pressure is too low  
Delayed ignition of burner  
1. Manifold pressure is too low  
2. Burner orifice is clogged  
1. Contact local propane/LP or natural gas  
company  
2. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte-  
nance, page 19) or replace burner orifice  
Burner backfiring during combustion  
1. Burner orifice is clogged or damaged  
1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte-  
nance, page 19) or replace burner orifice  
2. Replace burner pressure  
2. Burner damaged  
3. Low inlet gas pressure  
3. Contact local propane/LP or natural gas  
company  
4. Gas regulator defective  
1. Not enough air  
4. Replace gas regulator  
Yellow flame during burner combustion  
1. Check burner for dirt and debris. If  
found, clean burner (see Cleaning and  
Maintenance, page 19)  
2. Gas regulator defective  
2. Replace gas regulator  
Slight smoke or odor during initial operation 1. Residues from manufacturing processes 1. Problem will stop after a few hours of  
operation  
Fireplace 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 fireplace blocked  
3. Observe minimum installation clear-  
ances (see pages 8 through 10)  
4. Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice 4. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte-  
nance, page 19) 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  
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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.  
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 burner is 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. Ventilate room. Stop using odor caus-  
spray, glues, etc. (See IMPORTANT  
statement above)  
ing products while fireplace is running  
2. Low fuel supply (propane/LP)  
2. Refill supply tank  
3. Gas leak. SeeWarning statement at 3. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check-  
top of page  
ing Gas Connections, page 16)  
Fireplace shuts off in use (ODS operates)  
1. Not enough fresh air is available  
2. Low line pressure  
1. Open window and/or door for ventilation  
2. Contact local propane/LP or natural gas  
company  
3. ODS/pilot is partially clogged  
3. Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and  
Maintenance, page 19)  
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 16)  
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 16)  
Moisture/condensationnoticedonwindows 1. Not enough combustion/ventilation air  
1. Refer to Air for Combustion and Venti-  
lation requirements (page 5)  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
SERVICE HINTS  
TECHNICAL SERVICE  
REPLACEMENT PARTS  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
VMH26TPB  
14,000/26,000  
Propane/LP Only  
Piezo  
VMH26TNB  
Btu (Variable)  
Type Gas  
14,000/26,000  
Natural Only  
Piezo  
Ignition  
Pressure Regulator Setting  
8" W.C.  
3" W.C.  
Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water) *  
Maximum  
14"  
11"  
10.5"  
5"  
Minimum  
Dimensions, Inches (H x W x D)  
Fireplace (including hood and screws)  
Carton  
25 7/8 x 26 13/16 x 9 3/8  
32 5/8 x 27 3/16 x 11 5/8  
25 7/8 x 26 13/16 x 9 3/8  
32 5/8 x 27 3/16 x 11 5/8  
Weight, pounds  
Fireplace  
44 1/2 lbs.  
48 lbs.  
44 1/2 lbs.  
48 lbs.  
Shipping  
* For purposes of input adjustment  
REPLACEMENT PARTS  
SERVICE HINTS  
When Gas Pressure Is Too Low  
• pilot will not stay lit  
Note: Use only original replacement parts. This will protect your  
warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty.  
PARTS UNDER WARRANTY  
• burner will have delayed ignition  
• fireplace will not produce specified heat  
• propane/LP gas supply may be low (propane/LP only)  
Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply  
original replacement part(s) call DESA Heating Products’ Techni-  
cal Service Department at 1-866-672-6040 for referral information.  
You may feel your gas pressure is too low. If so, contact your local  
propane/LP or natural gas supplier.  
When calling DESA, have ready  
• your name  
• your address  
TECHNICAL SERVICE  
You may have further questions about installation, operation, or  
troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA Heating Products’ Technical  
Service Department at 1-866-672-6040. When calling, please have  
your model and serial numbers of your heater ready.  
• model and serial numbers of your fireplace  
• how fireplace was malfunctioning  
• type of gas used (propane/LP or natural gas)  
• purchase date  
You can also visit DESA Heating Products’ technical services web Usually, we will ask you to return the part to the factory.  
PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY  
Contactauthorizeddealersofthisproduct.Iftheycan’tsupplyoriginal  
replacement part(s) call DESA Heating Products at 1-866-672-6040  
for referral information.  
When calling DESA, have ready  
• model number of your fireplace  
• the replacement part number  
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ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN  
Models VMH26TPB and VMH26TNB  
24  
ILLUSTRATED PARTS  
BREAKDOWN  
MODELS VMH26TPB (Shown)  
AND VMH26TNB  
3
17  
1
9
30  
8
7
4
10  
40  
3
7
40  
4
2
33  
11  
14  
25  
24  
29  
20  
12-1  
23  
35  
40  
13  
37  
14  
32  
39  
34  
19  
5
38  
27  
25  
12  
6
12  
18  
28  
26  
24  
39  
36  
22  
42  
21  
15  
41  
16  
31  
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PARTS LIST  
Models VMH26TPB and VMH26TNB  
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PARTS LIST  
This list contains replaceable parts used in  
your fireplace. When ordering parts, fol-  
low the instructions listed under Replace-  
ment Parts on page 23 of this manual.  
KEY  
NO.  
PART NO.  
VMH26TPB  
VMH26TNB  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
102633-02  
102624-02  
099230-02  
098304-01  
109824-05  
103209-05  
102635-02CK  
101629-02  
103209-01  
104281-02CK  
102638-01  
104286-01  
**  
099211-01  
103963-01  
102834-01  
100587-01  
098303-02  
104335-01CK  
102649-01CK  
099415-09  
102875-01  
101381-01  
099387-11  
098271-06  
107186-01  
101006-02  
098249-01  
098522-26  
102639-01  
101628-01  
102869-01  
102731-01  
103295-03CK  
107153-01  
104313-01  
104313-02  
M10908-2  
103734-01  
M11084-26  
097809-03  
101629-01  
102633-02  
102624-02  
099230-02  
098304-01  
109824-05  
103209-05  
102635-02CK Left and Right Side Front  
101629-02  
103209-01  
Outer Casing Top  
Outer Casing  
Shoulder Screw  
Screw, #10 x 3/8"  
Burner  
1
1
14  
15  
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
4
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
2
28  
1
1
Louvered Door  
Bushing  
Brass Top Louver  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
104281-02CK Firebox Hood  
102638-01  
104285-01  
**  
099211-01  
103963-01  
102834-01  
100587-01  
098303-02  
Firebox Top  
ODS/Pilot Assembly  
Firebox Wrapper  
Control Bracket Screw  
Inlet Tube  
Burner Tube  
Brass Screw, #6 x 3/8  
Regulator Screw  
104335-01CK Outer Shell Base  
102649-01CK Branch Support  
099415-10  
102875-01  
101381-01  
099387-11  
098271-06  
107186-02  
101006-02  
098249-01  
098522-23  
102639-01  
101628-01  
102869-01  
102731-01  
Gas Regulator  
Regulator Bracket  
Valve Cover and Piezo  
Pilot Tube  
Ignitor Cable  
Injector  
Pilot Bracket  
Nut, M5  
Gas Valve  
Baffle  
Flexible Connector  
Control Bracket  
Control Shield  
103295-03CK Screen Assembly  
107153-01  
104313-01  
104313-02  
M10908-2  
103734-01  
M11084-26  
097809-03  
101629-01  
Log Set Kit  
Right Hinge  
Left Hinge  
Hinge Screws  
Burner Support  
Hex Head Screw, #10 x 3/8"  
3/8 NPT x 3/8" Flare Brass Fitting  
Bushing  
PARTS AVAILABLE NOT SHOWN  
101054-01  
100563-01  
103470-01  
101054-01  
100563-01  
103470-01  
Lighting Instructions Plate  
Warning Plate  
Hardware Package  
1
1
1
** Part not available for field replacement.  
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ACCESSORIES  
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ACCESSORIES  
Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer. If they CABINET MANTEL  
cannot supply these accessories call DESA Heating Products’ Sales  
Department at 1-866-672-6040 for referral information. You can  
also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual.  
AND FULL HEARTH  
BASE  
GMC80F Series - Oak  
Finished  
EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF  
GMC81U Series -  
VALVE - GA5010  
Unfinished Birch  
Equipment shutoff valve with 1/8"  
NPT tap.  
GMC82F Series -  
Cherry Finished Birch  
Forallmodels. Mantelfeatures  
columns, moldings, fluting and  
medallion. Dimensions (WxHxD): 56" x 50" x 24"  
BRASS TRIM KIT - GA6094  
Optional three-sided brass trim kit for cus-  
tom and recessed installations (when unit is  
on the floor). Provides a finished appear-  
ance by covering rough edges of wall open-  
ing. Included with all mantels.  
CORNER MANTEL  
WITH FULL HEARTH  
BASE  
Unfinished - GMC63U  
Finished - GMC64F  
White Lacquer -  
GMC65W  
BRASS TRIM KIT - GA6095  
Optional four-sided brass trim kit for recessed built-in installations  
(when unit is raised off of the floor. Provides a finished appearance by  
covering rough edges of wall opening.  
Space-savingmantelandhearth  
base corner design features  
clean, classic lines. Available  
in a stained oak finish, white  
THERMOSTATICALLY -  
CONTROLLED BLOWER  
KIT GA3450T  
lacquer finish, or an unfinished birch, ready to stain or paint.  
Complete assembly instructions included. Three-sided brass trim  
kit included.  
Provides better heat distribution. Makes  
fireplace more efficient. Automatically  
turns off and on as needed.  
CLEANING KIT - GCK  
(Not Shown)  
Your vent-free gas appliance requires regular cleaning and main-  
tenance to prevent performance problems. This kit gives you the  
tools and instructions to make it easy to clean all critical areas of  
your appliance.  
CABINET MANTEL  
WITH FULL HEARTH  
BASE AND ROUNDED  
LEG STYLING  
INFORMATION VIDEO - 108917-01  
Unfinished - GMC61U  
Oak Finished - GMC60F  
(Appearance May Differ  
by Model)  
A care and maintenance video is available by calling 1-866-672-6040.  
Youmayalsoemailyourrequestto[email protected].  
FIRE CRACKLE - CF6A  
(Not Shown)  
A mantel and hearth base offers  
compact styling and completes  
Creates the sound of a real burning fire.  
the fireplace look. Available in a oak stain finish, or an unfinished  
birch, ready to stain or paint. Complete assembly instructions  
included. Three-sided brass trim kit included.  
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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:  
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Please answer the following questions to register your product with DESA Heating Products:  
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  
Somewhat Important  
Very Important  
Availability  
Price  
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  
Quiet Operation  
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2701 Industrial Drive  
P.O. Box 90004  
Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004  
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111043-01A  
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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.  
Wereservetherighttoamendthesespecificationsatanytimewithoutnotice. Theonlywarrantyapplicableisourstandardwrittenwarranty. Wemake  
no other warranty, expressed or implied.  
LIMITED WARRANTY  
VENT-FREE COMPACT CLASSIC HEARTH FIREPLACE  
®
DESA Heating Products warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for four (4) years and five (5) years on stainless  
steel burners from the date of first purchase, provided that the product has been properly installed, operated and maintained in accordance with all  
applicable instructions. To make a claim under this warranty the 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 fireplace to proper  
operating condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a DESA Heating Products Authorized Service Center. Warranty part(s) MUST be  
obtained through authorized dealers of this product and/or DESA Heating Products who will provide original factory replacement parts. Failure to  
use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty. The fireplace 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 fireplace 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 FIVE (5) YEARS ON STAINLESS STEEL BURNERS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST  
PURCHASE; AND DESA HEATING PRODUCTS’ LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND  
DESA HEATING PRODUCTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT,  
INCIDENTAL 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:  
2701 Industrial Drive  
P.O. Box 90004  
Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004  
111043 01  
111043-01  
Rev. A  
04/03  
NOT A UPC  
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