Vanguard Managed Solutions Outdoor Fireplace MBDV37 User Manual

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DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE  
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL  
This fireplace meets  
the construction and  
safety standards of  
H.U.D. for application  
in mobile homes when  
installed according to  
these instructions.  
This appliance is  
shipped ready for natural  
gas installation. The  
propane/LP conversion  
parts are included.  
MBDV37 AND MBDV41  
WARNING: If the information in  
these instructions is not followed  
exactly, a fire or explosion may re-  
sult causing property damage, per-  
sonal injury, or loss of life.  
FOR YOUR SAFETY  
— Donotstoreorusegasolineorotherflammable  
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any  
other appliance.  
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS :  
WARNING: Improper installation,  
adjustment, alteration, service, or  
maintenance to this appliance can  
cause injury or property damage.  
Refertothismanual.Forassistance  
or additional information consult a  
qualified installer, service agency,  
or the gas supplier.  
• Do not try to light any appliance.  
• Do not touch any electrical switch;  
• Do not use any phone in your building.  
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a  
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s  
instructions.  
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the  
fire department.  
— Installationandservicemustbeperformedbya  
qualified installer, service agency, or the gas  
supplier.  
WARNING:Thisdirect-ventgasfire-  
placeseriesisintendedforusewith  
Natural or Propane/LP gas only. Do  
not attempt to burn any solid fuels  
in these appliances.  
CHECK LOCAL CODES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION  
This appliance may be installed as an OEM installation in a manufactured (mobile) home and must  
be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and the Manufactured Home  
Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 in the United States or the Mobile Home  
Standard, CAN/CSA Z240 MH Series, in Canada.  
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. A conversion kit is  
supplied with the appliance.  
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LOCAL CODES  
PRODUCT  
FEATURES  
GLOSSARY OF  
TERMS  
Install and use fireplace with care. Follow  
alllocalcodes. Intheabsencetolocalcodes,  
use the current National Fuel Gas Code,  
ANS Z223.1, also known as NFPA 54*  
(USA) or the current CAN/CGA-B149[.1 or  
.2] Installation Codes (Canada).  
Chase - A boxlike enclosure to protect  
OPERATION  
venting from the elements when the venting  
This direct-vent fireplace is clean burning run is on the outside of a structure.  
and vents easily through outside walls or  
Mastic-Apliablesealantforusearoundthe  
vertically using outside air for combustion.  
vent terminal.  
*Available from:  
Heat is generated by both realistic flames  
SnorkelTermination -Aboxthatraisesthe  
and glowing embers. When used without  
American National Standards Institute, Inc.  
1430 Broadway  
horizontal termination above ground level  
the blower accessory, the fireplace requires  
clearances.  
no electricity making it ideal for emergency  
backup heat.  
New York, NY 10018  
Vent Terminal - Mounted on an outside  
wallorrooftoseparatetheinletandoutletof  
the vent system and protect it from weather.  
National Fire Protection Association, Inc.  
Batterymarch Park  
PIEZO IGNITOR  
Quincy, MA 02269  
This fireplace has a piezo ignitor. This sys- Vinyl Siding Standoff - A metal box that  
tem requires no matches, batteries, or other separates the vent cap from vinyl siding.  
sources to light fireplace.  
WallThimble/Firestop -Ametalplateused  
tosecuretheventpipewhenitpassesthrough  
a wall or ceiling.  
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION  
Top Louver  
Panel  
Vent Opening  
Standoff  
Nailing  
Flange  
Glass Door  
Assembly  
Blower  
Adjustment  
Log Set  
Remote  
Receiver  
Pilot Assembly  
Burner  
Piezo Ignitor  
Valve  
Glowing Embers  
Lower Louver Panel  
Grate Assembly  
Lava Rock  
Figure 1 - Direct-Vent Fireplace  
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CLEARANCES  
PRE-INSTALLATION  
Must maintain a minimum  
1" clearance to combustibles  
Minimum clearances to combustibles for  
the fireplace are as follows:  
PREPARATION  
LOCATION AND SPACE  
REQUIREMENTS  
Back, and sides  
Perpendicular walls  
Floor  
Ceiling to louver opening 42" (1067mm)  
Front  
0"/mm  
6" (152mm)  
0"/mm  
Determine the safest and most efficient loca-  
tion for your Vanguard direct-vent fireplace.  
Make sure that rafters and wall studs are not  
in the way of the venting system. Choose a  
location where the heat output is not affected  
by drafts, air conditioning ducts, windows or  
doors. Figure 2 shows some common loca-  
tions. Read all venting information in this  
manual. Be aware of all restrictions and  
precautions before deciding the exact loca-  
tion for your fireplace.  
36" (914mm)  
0"/mm  
Top of Standoffs  
See General Venting on pages 5 and 6 for  
specific venting clearances.  
3
(37) 34  
(41) 36  
/
/
4
"
"
3
4
FRAMING AND FINISHING  
Figures 4 and 5 show typical framing of this  
fireplace. Figure 6 on page 5 shows framing  
for corner installation. All minimum clear-  
ances must be met. Do not install fireplace  
directly on carpeting, vinyl tile, or any com-  
bustible material other than wood. The fire-  
place must set on a metal or wood panel  
extending the full width and depth of the  
fireplace.  
When deciding the location of your fire-  
place, follow these rules:  
1. Do not connect this fireplace to a chim-  
ney flue serving a separate solid-fuel  
burning fireplace or appliance.  
20"  
5/8" for drywall facing  
2. Due to high temperatures, do not lo-  
cate this fireplace in high traffic areas  
or near furniture or draperies.  
Figure5-FramingClearancesforTypical  
Fireplace Installation  
See Accessories on page 38 for mantel kits  
available for this fireplace. If you are using  
a separate combustible mantel piece, refer  
to Figure 7 on page 5 for proper installation  
height. You can install noncombustible  
mantels at any height above the fireplace.  
3. Proper clearances must be maintained.  
4. If your fireplace is to be installed di-  
rectly on carpeting, vinyl tile, or any  
combustible material other than wood,  
it must be installed on a metal or wood  
panel extending the full width and  
depth of the fireplace. See Figure 4.  
Flush with a wall  
Through exterior wall  
enclosed in a chase  
Corner  
installation  
34 3/4  
36 3/4  
"
"
Figure 2 - Common Fireplace Locations  
RW  
37 1/2  
41 1/2  
"
"
D
20" Vertical Termination  
19" Horizontal Termination  
FW  
Fireplace size  
D
x FW x RW  
Note: Where two numbers are given the top number is exclusive to the  
37" Fireplace and the bottom number is exclusive to the 41" Fireplace  
37"  
41"  
18 1/2" 37"  
18 1/2" 41"  
14"  
18"  
Figure 4 - Framing Clearances for Installation Against an Exterior Wall  
Figure 3 - Fireplace Bottom Dimensions  
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PRE-INSTALLATION  
GENERAL VENTING  
Note: Terminations are not designed for  
PREPARATION  
installation prior to transportation.  
Continued  
These models are approved for use with  
5
Simpson Dura-Vent 6 /8" direct-vent pipe  
components and terminations as well as both  
flex and rigid Vanguard vent components.  
13"  
1
9 /4  
"
41"  
Yourfireplaceisapprovedtobeventedeither  
through the side wall, or vertically using the  
following guidelines:  
29"  
• Only use Vanguard or Simpson Dura-  
Vent GS venting components or kits spe-  
cifically approved for this fireplace.  
1
• Minimum clearance between vent pipes  
and combustible materials is 1" (25 mm),  
except where stated otherwise.  
10 /4  
"
3
37"  
41"  
8 /4  
"
1
Nailing Tabs  
37 /2  
"
• Combustible material may be flush with  
1
41 /2  
"
the top front of fireplace with a maxi-  
mum thickness of 3/4".  
58"  
Note: Where two numbers are given the top number  
is exclusive to the 37" Fireplace and the bottom  
number is exclusive to the 41" Fireplace  
Figure 6 - Framing Clearances for Corner Installation  
• Do not recess venting terminals into a  
wall or siding.  
• Install horizontal venting with a 1/4" rise for  
every 12" of run toward the termination.  
You may paint the vent terminal with  
450ºF (232ºC) heat-resistant paint to co-  
ordinate with the exterior finish.  
1
2
• There must not be any obstruction such  
as bushes, garden sheds, fences, decks,  
or utility buildings within 24" from the  
front of the termination cap.  
3
Note: There must be a  
A
Wall  
minimum clearance of  
18" above top of louver  
4
5
6
7
• Do not locate termination cap where exces-  
sive snow or ice build up may occur. Be sure  
toclearventterminationareaaftersnowfalls  
to prevent accidental blockage of venting  
system. When using snow blowers, do not  
direct snow towards vent termination area.  
opening when installing a  
television or entertain-  
ment center above the  
fireplace.  
B
C
D
E
F
G
LOCATION OF VENT  
TERMINATION  
Top of Louver Opening  
Ref. Mantel Depth Ref. Mantel from Top  
of Louver Opening  
When locating vent termination, it is impor-  
tant to observe the minimum clearances  
shown in Figure 8, page 6. You will avoid  
extra framing by positioning your fireplace  
against an already existing framing mem-  
ber. The sides of the fireplace may be posi-  
tioned directly against combustible walls.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
14" (356mm)  
12" (305mm)  
10" (254mm)  
8" (203mm)  
6" (152mm)  
4" (101mm)  
2" (51mm)  
A
B
C
D
E
F
16" (406mm)  
14" (356mm)  
12" (305mm)  
10" (254mm)  
8" (203mm)  
6" (152mm)  
4" (101mm)  
*Check with local codes or with the current  
CAN/CGAB149[.1or.2]InstallationCodes  
for Canada or the USA Installations follow  
the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANS  
Z223.1, also known as NFPA 54.  
Continued  
G
Figure 7 - Clearances for Combustible Mantels  
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GENERAL VENTING Continued  
N
N
D
H
E
V
B
L
C
I
B
Fixed  
Closed  
Fixed  
Closed  
V
V
Openable  
Openable  
G
G
B
F
V
V
G
J
V
A
X
B
B
M
V
A
V
X
K
TERMINATION CAP  
G
GAS METER  
RESTRICTED AREA  
(TERMINATION PROHIBITED)  
AIR SUPPLY INLET  
V
X
A = clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony  
[*12 inches (305mm) minimum]  
I
= clearance to service regulator vent outlet [*72 inches (1829mm)  
minimum]  
B = clearance to window or door that may be opened  
[12 inches (305mm) minimum]  
J = clearance to non-mechanical air supply inlet to building or the  
combustion air inlet to any other fireplace [*12 inches (305mm)  
minimum]  
K = clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet [*72 inches (1829mm)  
minimum]  
L = † clearance above paved side-walk or a paved driveway located on  
public property [*84 inches (2133mm) minimum]  
M = clearance under veranda, porch, deck [*12 inches (305mm) minimum ‡]  
N = clearance above a roof shall extend a minimum of 24 inches (610mm)  
above the highest point when it passes through the roof surface and  
any other obstruction within a horizontal distance of 18 inches (457mm)  
C = clearance to permanently closed window [minimum 12 inches  
(305mm) recommended to prevent condensation on window]  
D = vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal  
within a horizontal distance of 24 inches (610mm) from the  
center-line of the terminal [18 inches (457mm) minimum]  
E = clearance to unventilated soffit [12 inches (305mm) minimum]  
F = clearance to outside corner (see below)  
G = clearance to inside corner (see below)  
H = *not to be installed above a meter/regulator assembly within  
36 inches (914mm) horizontally from the center-line of the regulator  
† vent shall not terminate directly above a side-walk or paved driveway which is located between two  
single family dwellings and serves both dwellings*  
‡ only permitted if veranda, porch, deck or balconey is fully open on a minimum of 2 sides beneath the floor*  
*
as specified in CAN/SGA B149 (.1 or .2) Installation Codes (1991) for Canada or for U.S.A. installation follow  
the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANS Z223.1  
Note: Local codes or regulations may require different clearances  
Termination Clearances for Buildings with Combustible and Noncombustible Exteriors  
Inside Corner  
Outside Corner  
Recessed Location  
D
C
C
A
A = 6" (152mm)  
E
V
V
V
B = 6" (152mm)  
B
Balcony with No Side Wall  
Balcony with Perpendicular Side Wall  
C = Maximum depth of 48" (1219mm) for  
recessed location  
D = Minimum width for back wall of  
recessed location -  
Combustible - 38" (965mm)  
Noncombustible - 24" (610mm)  
E = Clearance from corner in  
recessed location-  
H
V
J
G
V
Combustible &  
Noncombustible  
H = 24" (610mm)  
J = 20" (508mm)  
Combustible - 6" (152mm)  
Noncombustible - 2" (51mm)  
G = Combustible 24" (610mm)  
Noncombustible 18" (457mm)  
Figure 8 - Minimum Clearances for Vent Terminations  
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• Installation of any component part not You may use one or two 90° elbows in this  
VENTING  
manufactured or approved by DESA ventconfiguration. SeeHorizontalTermina-  
INSTALLATION  
International  
tion Configurations on pages 10 and 11.  
• Installation other than as instructed by  
these instructions  
For Vertical Termination: Measure the dis-  
tance from the fireplace flue outlet to the  
ceiling. Add the ceiling thickness, the verti-  
cal rise in an attic or second story, and allow  
for sufficient vent height above the roofline.  
You may use one or two 90° elbows in this  
ventconfiguration.SeeVerticalTermination  
Configurations on pages 13 and 14.  
WARNING: Read all instruc-  
tions completely and thoroughly  
before attempting installation.  
Failure to do so could result in  
serious injury, property damage  
or loss of life. Operation of im-  
properlyinstalledandmaintained  
venting system could result in  
serious injury, property damage  
or loss of life.  
WARNING: This gas fireplace  
and vent assembly must be  
vented directly to the outside.  
TheventingsystemmustNEVER  
be attached to a chimney serving  
a separate solid fuel burning ap-  
pliance.Eachgasappliancemust  
use a separate vent system. Do  
not use common vent systems.  
Note:You may use two 45° elbows in place  
of a 90° elbow. You must follow rise to run  
ratios when using 45° elbows.  
WARNING: Seal all vent con-  
nections. Seal only the outer pipe  
connectionswithhightemperature  
silicone(600°F/316°C).Beforejoin-  
ingelbowsandpipes,applyabead  
of high temperature silicone seal-  
ant(GERTV106/LoctiteRTV81585)  
to the male end of the elbow or  
pipe. High temperature silicone  
must also be used to re-seal any  
connections after maintenance to  
venting system.  
The MDV9K 9' vertical vent kit is specifi-  
callydesignedforcommonverticalinstalla-  
tions in manufactured (mobile) homes. Ad-  
ditional vertical installations are described  
on pages 13 and 14. All vent kits and com-  
ponents are listed on pages 15 and 16.  
WARNING: Horizontal sec-  
tions of this vent system require  
a minimum clearance of 2" from  
the top of the pipe and 1" mini-  
mum to the sides and bottom.  
Vertical sections of this system  
require a minimum of 1" clear-  
ancetocombustiblematerialson  
all sides of the pipe.  
For two-story applications, firestops are re-  
quired at each floor level. If an offset is  
needed in the attic, additional pipe and el-  
bows will be required.  
Youmayuseachasewithaventtermination  
with exposed pipe on the exterior of the  
house.SeeInstallingVentSysteminaChase,  
page 8.  
INSTALLATION PLANNING  
NOTICE: Failure to follow these  
instructionswillvoidthewarranty.  
There are two basic types of direct-vent  
installation:  
Your Vanguard direct-vent fireplace has  
been tested for a minimum 3' rise with a  
maximum 10" wall thickness. The maxi-  
mum horizontal run is 20' with 8' vertical  
rise (see Installation for Horizontal Termi-  
nation, pages 8 and 9). The maximum ver-  
tical run is 30' (see Installation for Vertical  
Termination, pages 12 and 13).  
INSTALLATION  
PRECAUTIONS  
• Horizontal Termination  
Vertical Termination  
Consultlocalbuildingcodesbeforebeginning  
the installation. The installer must make sure  
to select the proper vent system for installa-  
tion. Before installing vent kit, the installer  
must read this fireplace manual and vent kit  
instructions.  
It is important to select the proper length of  
vent pipe for the type of termination you  
choose. It is also important to note the wall  
thickness.  
For Horizontal Termination: Select the  
amount of vertical rise desired. The horizon-  
tal run of venting must have 1/4" rise for  
every 12" of run towards the termination.  
It is very important that the venting system  
maintain its balance between the combus-  
tion air intake and the flue gas exhaust.  
Certain limitations apply to vent configura-  
tions and must be strictly followed.  
Only a qualified service person should in-  
stall venting system. The installer must fol-  
low these safety rules:  
A MDVGFK ground floor horizontal vent  
kit is specifically designed for common  
horizontal installations in manufactured  
(mobile) homes. Additional horizontal in-  
stallationsaredescribedonpages10and11.  
All vent kits and components are listed on  
pages 15 and 16.  
• Wear gloves and safety glasses for  
protection  
• Use extreme caution when using ladders  
or when on roof tops  
• Be aware of electrical wiring locations  
in walls and ceilings  
The following actions will void the war-  
ranty on your venting system:  
WARNING:Neverrunthevent  
downward as this may cause ex-  
cessive temperatures which  
could cause a fire.  
• Installation of any damaged venting  
component  
• Unauthorized modification of the vent-  
ing system  
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2. Rigid vent pipes and fittings have spe-  
mately one-quarter turn until the sections  
are fully locked. See Figure 11. Note:  
Horizontal runs of vent must be sup-  
ported every three feet. Use wall straps  
for this purpose.  
VENTING  
cial twist-lock connections. Assemble  
the desired combination of pipe and el-  
bows to the appliance adaptor with pipe  
seams oriented towards the wall or floor.  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
Installing Vent System in a Chase  
Twist-lock Procedure: The female  
ends of the pipes and fittings have four  
locking lugs (indentations). These lugs  
will slide straight into matching slots on  
the male ends of adjacent pipes and fit-  
tings. (All connections must be sealed  
with high temperature silicone sealant  
as specified in the second warning on  
page 7.) Push the pipe sections together  
and twist one section clockwise approxi-  
Flexible vent pipe must be installed with  
spacer springs every 12". See Figure 11.  
All connections must be clamped tightly  
and sealed with high temperature sili-  
cone sealant as specified in the second  
warning on page 7.  
A chase is a vertical boxlike structure built  
to enclose venting that runs along the out-  
sideofabuilding.Achaseisnotrequiredfor  
such venting.  
NOTICE: Treatment of firestops  
andconstructionofthechasemay  
vary from building type to build-  
ing type. These instructions are  
not substitutes for the require-  
mentsoflocalbuildingcodes.You  
must follow all local building  
codes .  
4" Clamp  
Female  
Locking  
Lugs  
7" Clamp  
Snorkel  
Spacer  
Spring  
4" Flex  
Pipe  
Male  
Slots  
Note:Wheninstallinginachase,youshould  
insulate the chase as you would the outside  
walls of your home. This is especially im-  
portant in cold climates. Minimum clear-  
ance between vent pipes and combustible  
materials such as insulation is 1".  
7" Flex  
Pipe  
12"  
Minimum  
Rigid Vent Pipe Flexible Vent Pipe  
After framing the chase (see Framing and  
Finishing on pages 4 and 5) install the  
vent system by following the installation  
instructions.  
Figure 11 - Vent Pipe Connections  
INSTALLATION FOR  
HORIZONTAL TERMINATION  
Figure 9 - Snorkel Termination  
1. Determine the route your horizontal  
venting will take. Note: The location  
of the horizontal vent termination on the  
exterior wall must meet all local and  
national building codes and must not be  
easily blocked or obstructed.  
Snorkel  
WARNING:Donotrecessvent  
terminal into a wall or siding.  
12" Minimum  
Snorkel terminations are available for  
terminations requiring a vertical rise on  
the exterior of the building (see Figures  
9 and 10). Snorkel kit SVK is also avail-  
able (see page 15). Follow the same in-  
stallation procedures as used for stan-  
dard horizontal terminations. If install-  
ing the snorkel termination below grade  
(basement applications), you must pro-  
vide proper drainage to prevent water  
from entering the snorkel termination  
(see Figure 10). Do not back fill around  
the snorkel termination.  
Adequate  
Drainage  
Figure 10 - Snorkel Termination with Drainage Pipe  
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4. Apply a bead of non-hardening mastic 6. Carefully move the fireplace with vent  
VENTING  
around the outside edge of the vent cap.  
assembly attached toward the wall and  
insert the vent pipe into the horizontal  
termination. The pipe overlap should  
be a minimum of 1 1/4". Apply silicone  
to the outer pipe connection. Fasten all  
vent connections with screws provided.  
Refer to Fireplace Installation on page  
16 for instructions on securing unit to  
framing or floor.  
INSTALLATION  
Position the vent cap in the center of  
1
the 7 /2" or 10" hole on the exterior  
Continued  
wall with the arrow on the vent cap  
pointing up. Insure proper clearance of  
1" to combustibles is maintained. At-  
tach the vent cap with four wood screws  
supplied (see Figure 13). Note: Re-  
place the wood screws with appropri-  
ate fasteners for stucco, brick, concrete,  
or other types of siding.  
3. Attach vent pipe assembly to the fire-  
place. Set fireplace in front of it’s perma-  
nent location to insure minimum clear-  
ances. Mark the wall for a 10" square hole  
(for noncombustible material such as  
masonry block or concrete, a 7 1/2" diam-  
eter hole is acceptable). See Figure 12.  
The center of the hole should line up with  
the center-line of the horizontal rigid vent  
pipe. Cut a 10"x10" (254mm x 254mm)  
square hole through combustible exterior  
7. Slide the wall thimble against the inte-  
rior wall surface and attach with screws  
provided (see Figure 15).  
WARNING:Donotrecessvent  
termination in to any wall. This  
will cause a fire hazard.  
1
wall (7 /2" [190mm] diameter hole if  
For vinyl siding use vinyl siding stand-  
offs between vent cap and exterior wall.  
The vinyl siding standoff prevents ex-  
cessive heat from melting the vinyl sid-  
ing material. Bolt the vent cap to the  
standoff. Apply non-hardening mastic  
around outside edge of the standoff in-  
stead of the vent cap assembly. Use  
wood screws provided to attach the  
standoff. See Figure 14.  
Cut Vinyl Siding  
Away to Fit  
Standoff  
noncombustible). Frame as necessary  
(see Figure 12).  
Vent Opening  
Combustible Wall  
10"  
(254mm)  
Wood Screw  
Standoff  
10"  
(254mm)  
UP  
5. Slide the wall thimble over the vent pipe  
before connecting the horizontal run to  
the vent cap (see Figure 15).  
Nut  
Bolt  
(Framing  
Detail)  
Apply Mastic  
to All Four Sides  
Vent Cap  
Vent Opening  
Figure14 -InstallingVinylSidingStandoff  
Noncombustible Wall  
Interior Wall  
Surface  
7 1/2  
(190mm)  
"
Apply Mastic  
to All Four  
Sides  
Figure 12 - Vent Opening Requirements  
Wall  
Thimble  
UP  
Wood  
Screw  
Vent Cap  
Figure 13 - Installing Horizontal Vent Cap  
Vent Cap  
(Horizontal  
Screw  
Termination)  
Horizontal  
Vent Pipe  
Figure 15 - Connecting Vent Cap with  
Horizontal Vent Pipe  
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VENTING  
INSTALLATION  
Horizontal Venting  
Continued  
UP  
Vertical (V)  
44" min.  
(30° and 90° only, no vertical pipe)  
55" min. 41" max.  
(30° elbow, 1' vertical pipe, 90° elbow)  
Horizontal (H)  
29" max.  
Horizontal Termination  
Configurations  
Figures 16 through 20 show different con-  
figurations for venting with horizontal ter-  
mination. Each figure includes a chart with  
vertical minimum/maximum and horizon-  
tal maximum dimensions which must be  
met. Seal all connections with high tem-  
peraturesiliconesealant(outerpipeonly)as  
specified in the second warning statement  
on page 7. All horizontal terminations re-  
quire 1/4" rise per 12" of horizontal run.  
67" min.  
79" min.  
96" min.  
60" max.  
84" max.  
20' max.  
Note: This configuration for use with  
corner installation.  
MDVGFK Vent Kit Shown  
Figure 17 - Horizontal Termination Configuration for Rigid Venting Using One  
90° Elbow  
Horizontal Venting  
UP  
See information in  
Figure 17 for  
UP  
Vertical(V) and  
Horizontal(H)  
maximums and  
minimums. The  
same amounts  
apply for flexible  
GFVK Vent Kit Shown  
(recommended for use  
with cabinet mantels)  
Horizontal Venting  
venting.  
Vertical (V)  
37" min.  
Horizontal (H)  
17" max.  
BFGFVK and FGFVK  
Note: Figure 16  
Vent Kits Shown  
applies to rigid  
venting only.  
Figure 16 - Horizontal Termination Con-  
figuration for Rigid Venting  
Figure 18 - Horizontal Termination Using Flexible Venting  
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VENTING  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
Venting with Two 90° Elbows  
Vertical (V)  
Horizontal (H1)  
Horizontal (H1) +  
Horizontal (H2)  
5' min.  
6' min.  
7' min.  
8' min.  
2' max.  
4' max.  
6' max.  
8' min.  
6' max.  
12' max.  
18' max.  
20' max.  
UP  
20' max.  
8' max.  
20' max.  
Figure 19 - Horizontal Termination Configuration for Rigid Venting Using Two 90° Elbows  
Venting with Two 90° Elbows  
Vertical (V)  
Horizontal (H1) +  
Horizontal (H2)  
5' min.  
6' min.  
7' min.  
8' min.  
6' max.  
12' max.  
18' max.  
20' max.  
20' max.  
20' max.  
Figure 20 - Horizontal Termination Configuration for Rigid Venting Using Two 90° Elbows with Termination at 90° with Fireplace  
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Note: If an offset is needed to avoid ob-  
structions, you must support the vent pipe  
every 3 feet. Use wall straps for this pur-  
pose (see Figure 21). Whenever possible,  
use 45° elbows instead of 90° elbows. The  
45° elbow offers less restriction to the  
flow of the flue gases and intake air.  
Flat Ceiling Installation  
VENTING  
1. Cut a 10" square hole in the ceiling us-  
ing the locating hole as a center point.  
The opening should be framed to  
10"x10" (254mm x 254mm) inside di-  
mensions, as shown in Figure 12 on  
page 9 using framing lumber the same  
size as the ceiling joists. If the area  
above the ceiling is an insulated ceil-  
ing or a room, nail firestop from the  
top side. This prevents loose insulation  
from falling into the required clearance  
space. Otherwise, install firestop below  
the framed hole. The firestop should be  
installed with no less than three nails  
per side (see Figure 22).  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
INSTALLATION FOR  
VERTICAL TERMINATION  
5. Place the flashing over the pipe  
section(s) extending through the roof.  
Secure the base of the flashing to the  
roof and framing with roofing nails. Be  
sure roofing material overlaps the top  
edge of the flashing as shown in Figure  
21. There must be a 1" clearance from  
the vent pipe to combustible materials.  
When installing the flashing on a metal  
roof we require that putty tape is used  
between the flashing and the roof. The  
flashing must be secured to the roof us-  
ing #8 x 3/4" screws and then sealed  
with roof coating to prevent leakage  
through the screw holes. A roof coat-  
ing must also be applied around the pe-  
rimeter to provide a proper seal.  
1. Determine the route your vertical vent-  
ing will take. If ceiling joists, roof  
rafters, or other framing will obstruct  
the venting system, consider an offset  
(see Figure 21) to avoid cutting  
loadbearing members. Note: Pay spe-  
cial attention to these installation in-  
structions for required clearances (air  
space) to combustibles when passing  
through ceilings, walls, roofs, enclo-  
sures, attic rafters, etc. Do not pack air  
spaces with insulation.Also note maxi-  
mum vertical rise of the venting sys-  
tem and any maximum horizontal off-  
set limitations. Offsets must fall within  
the parameters shown in Figure 8 on  
page 6.  
2. Assemble the desired lengths of pipe and  
elbows necessary to reach from the fire-  
place flue up through the firestop. All  
connections must be sealed with high  
temperature silicone sealant as specified  
in the second warning on page 7. Be sure  
all pipe and elbow connections are fully  
twist-locked (see Figure 11, page 8).  
6. Continue to add pipe sections until the  
height of the vent cap meets the mini-  
mum building code requirements de-  
scribed in Figure 8 on page 6. Note:You  
must increase vent height for steep roof  
pitches. Nearby trees, adjoining rooflines,  
steep pitched roofs, and other similar fac-  
tors may cause poor draft or down-draft-  
ing in high winds. Increasing the vent  
height may solve this problem.  
7. Twist-lock the vent cap onto the last  
section of vent pipe and seal outer pipe  
connection with high temperature sili-  
cone sealant as specified in the second  
warning on page 7.  
2. Set the fireplace in desired location.  
Drop a plumb line down from the ceil-  
ing to the position of the fireplace exit  
flue. Mark the center point where the  
vent will penetrate the ceiling. Drill a  
small locating hole at this point.  
3. Cut a hole in the roof using the locating  
hole as a center point. (Cover any ex-  
posed open vent pipes before cutting  
hole in roof.) The 10"x10" hole must  
be measured on the horizontal; actual  
length may be larger depending on the  
pitch of the roof. There must be a 1"  
clearance from the vent pipe to combus-  
tible materials. Frame the opening as  
shown in Figure 12 on page 9.  
Drop a plumb line from the inside of  
the roof to the locating hole in the ceil-  
ing. Mark the center point where the  
vent will penetrate the roof. Drill a  
small locating hole at this point.  
4. Connect a section of pipe and extend  
up through the hole.  
Roof  
Flashing  
If area above is a room, install firestop  
above framed hole.  
Note: If the vent pipe passes through any  
occupied areas above the first floor, including  
storage spaces and closets, you must enclose  
pipe. Youmayframeandsheetrocktheenclo-  
surewithstandardconstructionmaterial.Make  
sure and meet the minimum allowable clear-  
ances to combustibles. Do not fill any of the  
required air spaces with insulation.  
Wall Strap  
45° Elbow  
If area above is not a room, install  
firestop below framed hole.  
Cathedral Ceiling Installation  
1. Remove shingles or other roof cover-  
ing as necessary to cut the rectangular  
hole for the support box. Mark the out-  
line of the cathedral ceiling support box  
on the roof sheathing using the locat-  
ing hole as a center point.  
Ceiling Firestop  
Figure 21 - Offset with Wall Strap and 45°  
Elbows  
2. Cut the hole 1/8" larger than the sup-  
port box outline (see Figure 23, page 13).  
Figure 22 - Installing Firestop  
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Vertical Termination Configurations  
VENTING  
Figures 25 through 28 show four different configurations for vertical termination. All  
connectionsmustbesealedwithhightemperaturesiliconesealantasspecifiedinthesecond  
warning on page 7.  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
3. Lower the support box through the hole  
in the roof until the bottom of the box  
extends at least 2" below the ceiling  
(see Figure 23). Align the support box  
vertically and horizontally using a level.  
Temporarily tack the support box in  
place through the inside walls and into  
the roof sheathing.  
Venting with Two 90° Elbows  
Vertical (V)  
Horizontal (H1) +  
Horizontal (H2)  
5' min.  
6' min.  
7' min.  
8' min.  
2' max.  
4' max.  
6' max.  
8' max.  
4. Using tin snips, cut the support box from  
the top corners down to the roofline and  
fold the resulting flaps over the roof  
sheathing (see Figure 24). Apply a bead  
of non-hardening mastic around the top  
edges of the support box to make a seal  
between the box and the roof. Nail in  
place with roofing nails. Remove any  
combustible material that might be in-  
side of the support box.  
20' max.  
8' max.  
Note: Install restrictor  
into 4" collar of stove  
as shown.  
5. Complete the cathedral ceiling instal-  
lation by following the same proce-  
dures outlined in steps 2 through 7 for  
Flat Ceiling Installation, page 12.  
Level  
Cathedral ceiling  
support box  
Figure 25 - Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration Using Two 90° Elbows with Two  
Horizontal Runs  
2" minimum below  
finished ceiling  
Venting with One 90° Elbow  
Note: Install restrictor  
into 4" collar of stove  
as shown.  
Vertical (V)  
Horizontal (H)  
Cut hole 1/8" larger than support  
box when projected onto roofline  
5' min.  
6' min.  
7' min.  
8' min.  
2' max.  
4' max.  
6' max.  
8' max.  
Figure 23 - Cathedral Ceiling Support  
Box Installation  
20' max.  
8' max.  
Non-hardening Mastic under all  
edges of support box before nailing  
Figure 24 - Installed Cathedral Ceiling  
Support Box  
Figure 26 - Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration Using One 90° Elbow  
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VENTING  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
Note: Install  
restrictor into 4"  
collar of stove as  
shown.  
Note: Install restrictor  
into 4" collar of stove  
as shown.  
RVF Kit Shown  
Vertical Venting  
Venting with Two 90° Elbows  
V = 40' max.  
Vertical (V1)  
Horizontal (H)  
Figure 28 - Vertical Rigid Venting Con-  
figuration With No Horizontal Run  
5' min.  
6' min.  
7' min.  
8' min.  
6' max.  
12' max.  
18' max.  
20' max.  
Note: Vertical (V1) +  
Vertical (V2) = 20' max.  
Figure 27 - Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration Using Two 90° Elbows  
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Vanguard Rigid Venting (Cont.)  
Number Description  
Vanguard Rigid Venting (Cont.)  
Number Description  
VENTING  
INSTALLATION  
GFVK  
Ground Floor Rigid Vent Kit  
D2030  
D2060  
D3000  
7" x 60° Elbow (6 pcs.)  
7" x 45° Starter Elbow  
Wall Strap/Offset Support  
(6 pcs.)  
Continued  
HIGH ALTITUDE  
INSTALLATION  
Your Vanguard direct-vent fireplace has  
been AGA tested and approved for eleva-  
tions from 0-2000 feet and CGA certified  
for elevations from 0-4500 feet.  
Includes: 7" x 60° Elbow, 7" Ad-  
justable Galvanized Coaxial Pipe  
(7-12"),WallThimble,Horizontal  
Termination,RTVSiliconeand16  
Screws  
D3010  
D3020  
D3050  
D3060  
D3070  
Storm Collar (6 pcs.)  
Wall Thimble (6 pcs.)  
BVK  
Basement Rigid Vent Kit  
Includes: 7" x 30° Elbow, 7" x 4'  
Galvanized Pipe, 7" x 90° Elbow,  
7"AdjustableGalvanizedPipe(7-  
12"), Wall Thimble, Horizontal  
Termination, RTV Silicone and  
20 Screws  
Vertical Restrictor (6 pcs.)  
CeilingFirestop/Support(6pcs.)  
When installing this fireplace at an elevation  
above 2000 feet (in the USA), you may need  
to decrease the input rating by changing the  
existing burner orifice to a smaller size. Re-  
duce input 4% for each 1000 feet above sea  
level.Checkwithyour localgascompanyfor  
proper orifice size identification.  
Rectangular Horizontal Rigid  
Vent Termination Cap  
D3071  
Adjustable Horizontal Rigid  
Vent Termination Cap  
D3090  
D4000  
D4010  
D4020  
D4030  
D4040  
D4050  
D5000  
Cathedral Ceiling Support Box  
Roof Flashing 6/12-9/12  
Roof Flashing 9/12-12/12  
Flex Connector (6 pcs.)  
Flex Wall Thimble (6 pcs.)  
4" Hose Clamp (6 pcs.)  
7" Hose Clamp (6 pcs.)  
CVK  
SVK  
Corner Vent Kit  
Includes: 7" x 30° Elbow, 7" x  
90° Elbow, 7"AdjustableGalva-  
nized Pipe (7-12"), 6" Pipe, Wall  
Thimble, Horizontal Termina-  
tion,RTVSiliconeand20Screws  
When installing this fireplace at an eleva-  
tion above 4500 feet (in Canada), check  
with local authorities.  
Consult your local gas company to help de-  
termine the proper orifice for your location.  
Snorkel Rigid Vent Kit  
Includes: 7" x 30° Elbow, 7" x 4'  
Galvanized Pipe, 7" x 90° El-  
bow, 7" Adjustable Galvanized  
Pipe (7-12"), Wall Thimble, 36"  
Snorkel Termination, RTV Sili-  
cone and 28 Screws  
Wood/Vinyl Siding Standoff  
(6 pcs.)  
For assistance with any high altitude instal-  
lation contact DESA International’s Tech-  
nical Service Department at 1-800-DESA-  
LOG (1-800-337-2564).  
Vanguard Flexible Venting  
Number Description  
PARTS LISTS FOR VENTING  
KITS AND COMPONENTS  
BFGFVK BasicFlexGroundFloorVentKit  
Includes: Flex Adapter, 7" x 2'  
Flexible Pipe, 4" x 2' Flexible  
Pipe, Wall Thimble, Horizontal  
Termination,(2)SpacerSprings,  
(2) 4" Hose Clamps, (2) 7" Hose  
Clamps, and 10 Screws  
RVF  
Roof Rigid Vent Kit  
Includes: Flue Restrictor, Storm  
Collar, 7" x 30° Elbow, 7" x 4'  
Galvanized Pipe, 7" x 2' Galva-  
nized Pipe, 7" Adjustable Gal-  
vanized Pipe (7-12"), Firestop  
Support, Roof Flashing, RTV  
Silicone, Vertical Termination,  
and 26 screws  
Note: Terminations are not designed for  
installation prior to transportation.  
Vanguard Rigid Venting  
Number Description  
MDV9K 9' Vertical Vent Kit  
Includes one each: 48" Pipe, 36"  
Pipe, 24" Pipe, 30° Elbow,  
Firestop, Roof Flashing, Storm  
Collar, Flue Restrictor Disc, and  
Vertical Termination Cap  
FGFVK Flex Ground Floor Vent Kit  
Includes: Flex Adapter, 7" x 4'  
FlexiblePipe,4"x4'FlexiblePipe,  
Wall Thimble, Horizontal Termi-  
nation, (4) Spacer Springs, (2) 4"  
HoseClamps,(2)7"HoseClamps,  
RTV Silicone, and 10 Screws  
D1000  
D1010  
D1020  
D1030  
7" x 12" Galvanized Coaxial  
Pipe(6 pcs.)  
MDVGFK Ground Floor Horizontal Vent  
7" x 24" Galvanized Coaxial  
Pipe(6 pcs.)  
Kit (Allows horizontal installations  
that run 49.5" min. vertically and 15"  
horizontally from the back of the fire-  
D1040  
7" x 25' Coaxial Flex Pipe  
with Spacer Springs  
7" x 48" Galvanized Coaxial  
Pipe(6 pcs.)  
place to the outside wall.)  
D3080  
Rectangular Horizontal Flex  
Termination Cap  
Includes one each: 12" Pipe,  
7"-12"AdjustablePipe,30°Elbow,  
90° Elbow, Firestop, Vinyl Stand-  
off,andHorizontalTerminationCap  
7" Adjustable (7-12")  
Galvanized Coaxial Pipe  
(6 pcs.)  
D1050  
7"x6"GalvanizedCoaxialPipe  
(6 pcs.)  
BGFVK BasicGroundFloorRigidVentKit  
Includes:7"x60°Elbow,Extended  
Adjustable Horizontal Termina-  
tion, Wall Thimble and 14 Screws  
D2000  
D2010  
D2020  
7" x 90° Elbow (6 pcs.)  
7" x 45° Elbow (6 pcs.)  
7" x 30° Elbow (6 pcs.)  
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VENTING  
CAUTION: Due to high tem-  
peratures, make sure no wires  
are touching the bottom of the  
firebox.  
WARNING: A qualified ser-  
vicepersonmustinstallfireplace.  
Follow all local codes.  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
SIMPSON DURA-VENT GS  
4" x 6 5/8  
"
CAUTION: This fireplace cre-  
ateswarmaircurrents.Thesecur-  
rents move heat to wall surfaces  
next to fireplace. Installing fire-  
place next to vinyl or cloth wall  
coverings or operating fireplace  
where impurities (such as to-  
bacco smoke, aromatic candles,  
cleaning fluids, oil or kerosene  
lamps, etc.) in the air exist, may  
discolor walls.  
Number Description  
Available from DESA International:  
SD2040 Simpson Dura-Vent GS  
30° Elbow (6 pcs.)  
SD2050 Simpson Dura-Vent GS  
60° Elbow (6 pcs.)  
Available from Simpson Dura-Vent  
Only:  
From Blower  
Assembly  
902 7" x 48" Pipe  
903 7" x 36" Pipe  
Note: Your fireplace is designed to be used in  
zero clearance installations. Wall or framing  
material can be placed directly against any  
exterior surface on the rear, sides, or top of  
your fireplace, except where standoff spacers  
are integrally attached. If standoff spacers are  
attachedtoyourfireplace,thesespacerscanbe  
placed directly against wall or framing mate-  
rial. See framing details on pages 4 and 5.  
Figure 29 - Connecting Blower Acces-  
sory to Power Supply  
904 7" x 24" Pipe  
906 7" x 12" Pipe  
907 7" x 9" Pipe  
WARNING: Never attempt to  
service heater while it is plugged  
in, operating, or hot. Burns and  
electricalshockcouldresult.Only  
aqualifiedservicepersonshould  
service or repair heater.  
908 7" x 6" Pipe  
911 7" Adjustable (11"-14 5/8") Pipe  
940 Wall Thimble  
941 Cathedral Ceiling Support Box  
943 Roof Flashing 0/12-6/12  
943S Roof Flashing 7/12-12/12  
945 7" x 45° Elbow  
950 Vinyl Siding Standoff  
953 Storm Collar  
Place the fireplace into position and shim  
with noncombustible material if needed.  
Nailthesideflangestotheframingtosecure  
the unit in place. There are two floor brack-  
ets included with each unit. Use these as an  
alternativemethodofsecuringthefireplace.  
If any of the original wire as supplied with  
the appliance must be replaced, it must be  
replaced with 105°C wire or it’s equivalent.  
963 Ceiling Firestop  
WARNING: Label all wires  
prior to disconnection when ser-  
vicingcontrols.Wiringerrorscan  
cause improper and dangerous  
operation. Verify proper opera-  
tion after servicing.  
981 36" Snorkel Termination  
984 Horizontal Termination Vent Cap  
988 Wall Strap  
990 7" x 90° Elbow  
991 Vertical High Wind Termination  
IMPORTANT: Make sure fireplace is level  
before securing. If fireplace is not level it  
will not work properly.  
CHECK GAS TYPE  
Use proper gas type for the fireplace unit  
you are installing. If you have conflicting  
gastypes, donotinstallfireplace. Seedealer  
whereyoupurchasedthefireplaceforproper  
fireplace according to your gas type.  
Variable  
Fan Switch  
FIREPLACE  
INSTALLATION  
Off  
On  
NOTICE: This heater is intended  
foruseassupplementalheat.Use  
this heater along with your pri-  
mary heating system. Do not in-  
stall this heater as your primary  
heat source. If you have a central  
heating system, you may run  
system’scirculatingblowerwhile  
using heater. This will help circu-  
late the heat throughout the  
house. In the event of a power  
outage, you can use this heater  
as your primary heat source.  
110/115  
V.A.C.  
Blower  
Motor  
Black  
Green  
White  
Black  
White  
ELECTRICAL HOOKUP FOR  
BLOWER ACCESSORY  
Before blower accessory can be operated, it  
must be properly connected to a standard  
120 VAC power source. Refer to Wiring  
Diagram on page 35.  
120 Vac. 60 Hz. . 78 Amps  
Figure 30 - Blower Assembly Wiring  
Diagram  
An outlet box with two receptacles has been  
supplied for your convenience, located on  
the lower right side of the appliance (see  
Figure 29).  
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7. Replace plate containing switches and 9. Check to make sure that the power cord  
FIREPLACE  
tighten screws securely.  
is completely clear of the blower wheel  
and that there are no other foreign ob-  
jects in blower wheel. Turn blower on  
and check for operation. Turn blower  
off by rotating knob fully counterclock-  
wise before continuing.  
INSTALLATION  
8. Plug in blower power cord.  
Continued  
a. If your fireplace system is installed  
as a freestanding unit with an ac-  
cessory mantel, determine whether  
the power cord will exit the left side  
or the right side of the firebox. In-  
stall one plastic bushing provided  
into the 1 1/2" hole in the outer cas-  
ing through which the power cord  
will exit. Install the second plastic  
bushing provided into the floor sup-  
port bracket if exiting through the  
right side (see Figure 33). Route  
power cord through (both) plastic  
bushing(s) and plug the power cord  
into a properly grounded 3-prong  
wall receptacle near the firebox.  
BLOWER ASSEMBLY AND  
OPERATION  
Note: The blower is preinstalled in this  
fireplace. Verify blower assembly place-  
ment was not altered during shipping and  
speed control is mounted to bracket.  
WARNING: Never touch the  
blower wheel while in operation.  
WARNING: Failure to position  
the parts in accordance with sup-  
plied diagrams or failure to use  
only parts specifically approved  
withthisheatermayresultindam-  
age or personal injury.  
NOTICE: If installing blower in an  
existing fireplace with gas con-  
nections,shutoffgassupplyand  
disconnect heater from gas sup-  
ply. Contact a qualified service  
person to do this.  
10. Connect or reconnect gas supply to fire-  
place per Connecting Fireplace to Gas  
Supply on page 20 of this manual.  
b. If your fireplace system installation  
is recessed and/or pre-wired, a  
qualified installer must make all elec-  
trical connections for the outlet kit  
included with the fireplace.  
Installing GA3700 Blower  
(Some Models Have Blower  
Assembly Preinstalled)  
IMPORTANT:Forclarity, gasvalveassem-  
bly and grate/burner assembly are not shown  
in Figures 31 through 33. They will, how-  
ever, be in your fireplace when you are in-  
stalling the blower. Also for clarity the fire-  
box is shown with dotted lines.  
WARNING: A qualified ser-  
vice person must connect fire-  
place to gas supply. Follow all  
local codes.  
Lower Rear  
Wall of  
Firebox  
Control Knob  
Speed Control  
1. Open lower louver panel or remove for  
easier access.  
Wrapper  
2. Placethebloweragainstthelowerrearwall  
of firebox outer wrapper with the exhaust  
port directed upward. Align the holes in  
the top mounting tabs of blower with holes  
in wall of wrapper (see Figure 31). Using  
the two screws provided, mount blower  
and tighten screws securely.  
Control Shaft  
Locknut  
3. Be sure to securely attach all wire ter-  
minals to terminals on blower motor  
and that the screw retaining the green  
ground wire is tight.  
Lower Louver  
Panel  
Blower  
Figure 32 - Attaching Speed Control to  
Firebox  
Screws  
Exhaust Port  
Blower Speed Control Bracket  
4. Remove screws securing the plate con-  
taining the ON/OFF switch to the bot-  
tom of the firebox and set aside.  
5. Place speed control against back of this  
plate and push the plastic control shaft  
through opening (see Figure 32).  
Top  
Mounting  
6. Whilesupportingspeedcontrol, securecon-  
trol shaft with lock nut by pushing and turn-  
ing lock nut with pliers clockwise until tight  
against the plate. Place control knob pro-  
vided onto shaft (see Figure 32).  
Tab  
Wiring  
Diagram  
Figure31-MountingBlowertoFirebox  
Plastic Bushing  
Figure 33 - Installing Plastic Bushing  
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Note: This unit does  
not have a HI/LOW  
feature  
FIREPLACE  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
Gas Valve  
To Thermopile  
WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION  
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Sincethefireplacesuseavalvethatoperates  
on millivolt current generated by the pilot, a  
wall switch (not included) may be used to  
activate the gas control valve without the  
useofnormalhouseholdelectricity.Ahand-  
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held, ON/OFF remote control is standard  
with this unit. Wall switch is optional. If the  
wall switch is installed, the hand-held, ON/  
OFF remote cannot be used.  
Route Millivolt Wires (Supplied)  
Through Gas Line Conduit Sleeve  
Figure 35 - Wall Switch Wiring Diagram  
(Back View)  
Note: If any of the original wire supplied must be replaced, use type 18 AWG-105 degree  
1. To remove the louvers, simultaneously  
pull both top end spring latches towards  
the center of the appliance until they  
are disengaged from locating holes.  
Repeat for bottom end spring latches  
and pull outward. Reverse the proce-  
dure to install louvers back onto the  
appliance (see Figure 34).  
C (25 feet length MAXIMUM) or equivalent.  
9-Volt Battery  
NOTICE: Only use alkaline bat-  
teries (not included, requires 2).  
Receiver  
Battery Clip  
Installing Receiver  
Terminal  
Wires  
Note: Receiver is preinstalled.  
2. Connect the 18 ga. wires from wall  
switch (not included) to the gas con-  
trol valve and microswitch, as shown  
in Figure 35.  
1. Remove access panel from lower front  
face of firebox. Lift straight up on ac-  
cess panel until it stops. Pull bottom of  
access panel forward, then down.  
Figure 37 - Installing Battery in Receiver  
Installing 9-Volt Alkaline Battery in  
Hand-Held Remote Control Unit  
1. Remove battery cover on back of re-  
mote control unit.  
2. Disconnect wall switch wires from TH  
and TPTH terminals on control valve  
(see Figure 35).  
3. Install remote receiver unit onto mount-  
ing bracket using the two plastic mount-  
ing clips (see Figure 36).  
4. Connect wires to control valve. Con-  
nect white wire to terminal TH. Con-  
nect red wire to terminal TPTH.  
5. Locate the battery clip mounted on the  
back of the receiver (see Figure 37).  
WARNING: Do not wire remote  
wall switch to main power supply  
(Standard120vhouseholdcurrent).  
2. Attach terminal wires to the battery  
(not included). Place battery into the  
battery housing.  
3. Replace battery cover onto remote con-  
trol unit.  
Locating  
Glass  
Holes  
Battery  
Remote  
Cover  
6. Slide 9-volt battery (not included)  
through the clip.  
Terminal  
Wires  
Control Unit  
7. Attach the terminal wires to the battery  
(see Figure 37).  
9-Volt  
Battery  
Spring  
Latch  
Plastic  
Mounting  
Clips  
Receiver  
Figure 34 - Removing Louver  
Battery  
Housing  
WIRELESS HAND-HELD  
REMOTE CONTROL (GHRC  
SERIES) INSTALLATION  
Mounting  
Bracket  
Figure 38 - Installing Battery in Hand-  
Held Remote Control Unit  
Figure 36 - Installing Remote Receiver  
(Shown from Rear of Mounting Bracket)  
Note: If using the wireless hand-held re-  
mote control, the wall switch is no longer  
operational.  
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IMPORTANT: Install main gas valve  
FIREPLACE  
CAUTION: Use only new,  
(equipment shutoff valve) in an accessible  
location. The main gas valve is for turning  
on and shutting off the gas to the appliance.  
black iron or steel pipe. Inter-  
nally-tinned copper tubing may  
be used in certain areas. Check  
yourlocalcodes. Usepipeof1/2"  
diameter or greater to allow  
proper gas volume to fireplace. If  
pipe is too small, undue loss of  
pressure will occur.  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
Check your building codes for any special  
requirementsforlocatingequipmentshutoff  
valve to fireplaces.  
INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO  
FIREPLACE LOCATION  
Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male  
threads. This will prevent excess sealant  
from going into pipe. Excess sealant in pipe  
could result in clogged fireplace valves.  
WARNING: A qualified ser-  
vice person must connect fire-  
place to gas supply. Follow all  
local codes.  
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 40).  
CAUTION:Usepipejointseal-  
ant that is resistant to liquid pe-  
troleum (LP) gas.  
CAUTION: For propane/LP  
units, never connect heater di-  
rectly to the propane/LP supply.  
This heater requires an external  
regulator(notsupplied).Installthe  
external regulator between the  
heater and propane/LP supply.  
Propane/LP  
Supply Tank  
We recommend that you install a sediment  
trap/drip leg in supply line as shown in  
Figure 40. Locate sediment trap/drip leg  
where it is within reach for cleaning. Install  
in piping system between fuel supply and  
heater. Locate sediment trap/drip leg where  
trapped matter is not likely to freeze. A  
sediment trap traps moisture and contami-  
nants. This keeps them from going into  
fireplace gas controls. If sediment trap/drip  
leg is not installed or is installed wrong,  
fireplace may not run properly.  
External  
Regulator  
Installation Items Needed  
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  
Vent  
Pointing  
Down  
Figure 39 - External Regulator with Vent  
Pointing Down (Propane/LP Only)  
CSA/AGA Design-Certified Equipment  
Shutoff Valve with 1/8" NPT Tap*  
• tee joint  
• pipe wrench  
• approved flexible gas line with gas con-  
nector (if allowed by local codes) (not  
provided)  
Natural - From Gas  
Meter (5" W.C. to 10.5"  
W.C. Pressure)  
* An CSA/AGA design-certified equip-  
ment shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap is an  
acceptable alternative to test gauge connec-  
tion. Purchase the CSA/AGA design-certi-  
fied equipment shutoff valve from your  
dealer.  
Approved Flexible  
Gas Line  
Propane/LP - From  
External Regulator (11"  
W.C. to 14" W.C.  
Pressure)  
3" Minimum  
For propane/LP connection only, the in-  
staller must supply an external regulator.  
Theexternalregulatorwillreduceincoming  
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 39.  
Pointing the vent down protects it from  
freezing rain or sleet.  
Pipe Nipple Cap Tee Joint  
Sediment Trap/Drip Leg  
Figure 40 - Gas Connection  
* The CSA/AGA design-certified equipment shutoff valve may be supplied with the  
appliance or you can purchase it from your dealer.  
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GAS SUPPLY TESTING  
CHECKING GAS  
CONNECTIONS  
FIREPLACE  
Note:This section is intended as a guide for  
qualified service technicians installing gas  
to the appliance.  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
WARNING: Test all gas pip-  
ing and connections for leaks  
after installing or servicing. Cor-  
rect all leaks at once.  
CONNECTING FIREPLACE  
TO GAS SUPPLY  
CAUTION: Do not connect  
appliance before pressure test-  
ing gas piping. Damage to the  
gas valve may result and an un-  
safe condition may be caused.  
Installation Items Needed  
• 5/16" hex socket wrench or nut-driver  
WARNING:Neveruseanopen  
flame to check for a leak. Apply  
commercial leak test solution to  
all gas joints. Bubbles forming  
show a leak. Correct all leaks at  
once.  
• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not  
provided)  
The gas control valve is secured underneath  
thefireboxwithtwobracketsfastenedtothe  
firebox bottom. Two pressure taps are pro-  
vided on the gas control valve for a pressure  
gauge connection (see Figure 42).  
1. Open lower louver door panel by gen-  
tly pulling forward.  
2. Route flexible gas line (provided by  
installer) from equipment shutoff valve  
to fireplace. Route flexible gas supply  
line through one of the access holes on  
side of fireplace or through knockout  
hole on firebox bottom.  
Pressure Testing Gas Supply  
Piping System  
Pilot Gas Line - Do Not Kink  
To Pilot  
Pilot Adjustment Cap  
Burner  
Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG  
(3.5 kPa)  
ON/OFF  
Knob  
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1. Disconnect fireplace and its individual  
equipment shutoff valve from gas supply  
piping system. Pressures in excess of 1/2  
psig (3.5 kPa) will damage fireplace gas  
regulator.  
2. Cap off open end of gas pipe where  
equipment shutoff valve was con-  
nected.  
3. Attach a 45° flare union gas connector  
to flexible gas line from gas supply (see  
Figure 41). Connect flare union to flex-  
ible gas line attached to gas regulator  
of fireplace (see Figure 41).  
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Burner  
Inlet  
4. Check all gas connections for leaks. See  
Pressure  
Outlet  
Pressure  
Checking Gas Connections.  
Conversion Screw  
3. Pressurize supply piping system by ei-  
ther opening propane/LP supply tank  
valve for propane/LP gas fireplace or  
opening main gas valve located on or near  
gas meter for natural gas fireplace, or  
using compressed air.  
Figure 42 - Millivolt Control Valve  
To Fireplace  
Gas Valve  
Flare Union  
Equipment Shutoff Valve  
4. Check all joints of gas supply piping  
system. Apply commercial leak test so-  
lution to all gas joints. Bubbles forming  
show a leak. Correct all leaks at once.  
5. Reconnect fireplace and equipment  
shutoff valve to gas supply. Check re-  
connected fittings for leaks.  
Flexible Gas Line from  
Fireplace Gas Valve  
Provided with Fireplace  
To Gas  
Supply  
(Natural)  
Flexible Gas Line from  
Equipment Shutoff Valve  
Provided by Installer  
To External  
Regulator  
(Propane/LP)  
Figure 41 - Attaching Flexible Gas Lines Together  
GAS RATING  
MBDV37  
MODEL NO.  
MBDV41  
TYPE OF GAS  
NATURAL  
PROPANE/LP  
20,000 Btu/hr  
#55  
NATURAL  
PROPANE/LP  
Max. Input Rating:  
22,000 Btu/hr  
#43  
24,000 Btu/hr  
#42  
22,000 Btu/hr  
#54  
Orifice Size (0-4,500 Ft.):  
Manifold Pressure:  
3.5 in. W.C.  
4.5 in. W.C.  
10.5 in. W.C.  
10.0 in. W.C  
11.0 in. W.C.  
13.0 in. W.C.  
3.5 in. W.C.  
4.5 in. W.C.  
10.5 in. W.C.  
10.0 in. W.C.  
11.0 in. W.C.  
13.0 in. W.C.  
**Minimum Supply Pressure:  
**Maximum Supply Pressure:  
** For the purpose of input adjustment.  
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Open  
FIREPLACE  
Equipment  
Shutoff  
Valve  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than  
1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa)  
Closed  
1. Close equipment shutoff valve (see Fig-  
ure 43).  
Figure 43 - Equipment Shutoff Valve  
2. Pressurize supply piping system by ei-  
ther opening propane/LP supply tank  
valve for propane/LP gas fireplace or  
opening main gas valve located on or near  
gas meter for natural gas fireplace, or  
using compressed air.  
Propane/LP Supply  
Tank  
3. Check all joints from propane/LP sup-  
ply tank or gas meter to equipment  
shutoff valve (see Figure 44 for pro-  
pane/LP or Figure 45 for natural). Ap-  
ply commercial leak test solution to all  
gas joints. Bubbles forming show a  
leak. Correct all leaks at once.  
Equipment  
Shutoff Valve  
Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas  
Connections  
Gas Valve  
1. Open equipment shutoff valve (see  
Figure 43).  
Figure 44 - Checking Gas Joints for Propane/LP Gas Fireplace  
2. Open propane/LP supply tank valve for  
propane/LPfireplace or main gas valve  
located on or near gas meter for natu-  
ral gas fireplace.  
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 Fig-  
ure 44 for propane/LP or Figure 45 for  
natural).Apply commercial leak test so-  
lution to all gas joints. Bubbles forming  
show a leak. Correct all leaks at once.  
Equipment  
Shutoff Valve  
Gas Meter  
5. Light fireplace (see Operating Fire-  
place, pages 26 and 27). Check all other  
internal joints for leaks.  
Gas Valve  
6. Turn off fireplace (see To Turn Off Gas  
Figure 45 - Checking Gas Joints for Natural Gas Fireplace  
to Appliance, page 26).  
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FIREPLACE  
INSTALLATION  
Screw  
Continued  
REMOVING/REPLACING  
GLASS DOOR  
You must remove glass door to install op-  
tional brick liners, logs, lava rock, and em-  
ber material.  
Glass Door  
Assembly  
CAUTION:Donotoperatethis  
fireplacewithabrokenglassdoor  
panel. Do not operate this fire-  
placewithouttheglassdoorpanel  
securely in place. For replace-  
ment part information see Re-  
placement Parts, page 35.  
Lower Bracket for  
Glass Door Assembly  
Figure 47 - Removing/Replacing Glass Door  
1. Remove the upper louver panel by lift-  
ing upward and out (see Figure 46).  
2. Remove the screws from the three tabs  
at the top of the glass door while hold-  
ing door securely keeping it from fall-  
ing forward.  
3. Grasp door by both sides and ease it  
upward off of the lower bracket (see  
Figure 47).  
4. To replace glass door, follow the above  
instructions in reverse.  
Top Louver  
Panel  
Figure 46 - Removing Top Louver Panel  
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FIREPLACE  
INSTALLATION  
Continued  
Left Side  
Brick Panel  
INSTALLING OPTIONAL  
BRICK LINER D8037A/D8041  
WARNING: If fireplace has  
been running, turn off and un-  
plug fireplace. Let cool before  
installing brick liner.  
This brick liner kit is optional. You may  
purchase brick liner from your local dealer  
or see Accessories, page 38.  
CAUTION: Always handle  
brick panels with two hands. Do  
not force brick panels into place.  
Excessive force will break brick  
panels.  
Figure48-InstallingLeftSideBrickPanel  
1. Remove glass door. See Removing/Re-  
placing Glass Door, page 22.  
2. If installing brick liner in new fireplace,  
go to step 3. If installing brick liner in  
an existing fireplace, carefully remove  
logs, lava rock, and ember material.  
Rear Brick Panel  
3. Install left side brick panel first by slid-  
ing it between the grate and the side of  
the firebox (see Figure 48).  
4. Slide the left retainer bracket against  
the left side brick panel. Loosely se-  
cure the bracket screw. This secures the  
left side brick panel.  
5. Install the right brick panel using the  
same method described in step 3.  
6. Slide the right retainer bracket against  
the right side brick panel. Loosely se-  
cure the bracket screw. This secures the  
right side brick panel.  
Retaining Brackets  
7. Install rear brick panel. Rest bottom  
edge of panel on back edge of grate (see  
Figure 49).  
Figure 49 - Installing Rear Brick Panel and Retainer Brackets  
8. Loosely secure retainer brackets to grate.  
Brackets are adjustable left to right to  
allow proper placement of panel. These  
will hold rear panel in place.  
9. Tighten all bracket screws.  
10. Follow instructions on page 24 to install  
logs, lava rock, and ember material.  
11. Replace glass door (see page 22).  
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7. Pull ember material apart into pieces  
FIREPLACE  
no larger than a dime. Place these  
pieces loosely and sparingly directly  
onto the exposed section of the front  
burner and along the space between the  
burner and grate prongs (see Figure 55).  
This will create the glowing ember ap-  
pearance as the flame touches the em-  
ber material. Do not block air slots by  
using too much ember material in one  
area. It is not necessary to use all of the  
ember material provided.  
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INSTALLATION  
Continued  
INSTALLING LOGS, LAVA  
ROCK AND GLOWING  
EMBERS  
WARNING: Failure to position  
thepartsinaccordancewiththese  
diagrams or failure to use only  
parts specifically approved with  
this heater may result in property  
damage or personal injury.  
8. Replace the glass door. See Removing/  
Figure 52 - Installing Log No. 3  
Replacing Glass Door, page 22.  
WARNING: The glass door  
must be securely in place before  
running this fireplace. Do not run  
this fireplace if glass is missing  
or broken.  
Each log is marked with a number. These  
numberswillhelpyouidentifythelogwhen  
installing. It is very important to install  
these logs exactly as instructed. Do not  
modify logs. Only use logs supplied with  
fireplace.  
4
Removeglassdoor. SeeRemoving/Replacing  
Glass Door, page 22. Install logs according to  
instructions for fireplace model numbers.  
1
Figure 53 - Installing Log No. 4  
Fireplace Models  
MBDV37 and MBDV41  
1. Place log #1 (back log) on top of grate.  
Make sure the notches in the bottom of  
the log fit over the grate (see Figure 50).  
41" Set Only  
2. Rest log #2 (large front log) on the pins on  
the front part of the grate (see Figure 51).  
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3. Place log #3 (“C”-shaped crossover log)  
onto the rear and front logs. Make sure  
it is seated properly on the smooth sur-  
face on the front log and on the pin on  
the back log as shown in Figure 52.  
Figure 50 - Installing Log No. 1  
4. Place log #4 (small, round log) on the  
pin on the right side of front log as  
shown in Figure 53  
2
Figure 54 - Installing Log No. 5  
5. Place log #5 (small log) onto the front  
left part of the grate making sure the  
notchesfitovertheprongs ofthegrate(and  
hole over pin on 41" set). See Figure 54.  
6. Place lava rock along sides and front  
of firebox bottom in areas that are vis-  
ible only. It is not necessary to use all  
of the lava rock provided.  
NOTICE: Do not put lava rock on  
burner or under burner. Placing  
lava rock on burner could cause  
performance problems.  
Ember Material  
Figure 51 - Installing Log No. 2  
Figure 55 - Placing Ember Material on  
Burner  
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Anyhouseholdglasscleanermaybeusedto  
OPERATING  
clean the glass panel. Do not use abrasive  
cleanersasthismaydamagetheglass. Clean  
glass only when cool.  
WARNING: Children and  
adults should be alerted to the  
hazardsofhighsurfacetempera-  
tures, and to stay away from the  
appliancetoavoidburnsorcloth-  
ing ignition. Young children  
should be carefully supervised  
when they are in the same room  
as the appliance.  
GUIDELINES AND  
MAINTENANCE  
INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING: Do not operate  
appliancewithpanel(s)andglass  
removed,cracked,orbroken.Re-  
placement of the panel(s) should  
be done by a licensed, qualified  
service person.  
Whenlitforthefirsttime,theappliancemay  
emit a slight odor for about 16 - 24 hours.  
This is normal and is due to the “curing” of  
the logs and the “burn-in” of internal paints  
and lubricants used in the manufacturing  
process. Keep compartments, logs, burners,  
andareasurroundingthelogscleanbyvacu-  
uming or brushing at least twice a year.  
Temporary removal of the log set may ease  
the cleaning of the burner and pilot assem-  
bly. In cleaning, take care not to alter the  
pilotorburnerlocation. Besureapplianceis  
cool before each maintenance session.  
WARNING: Have a qualified  
service agency periodically in-  
specttheventsystematthestart  
of each heating season, for any  
obstruction which may hinder  
its normal operation. Never ob-  
struct the flow of combustion  
andventilationair.Keepthefront  
of the appliance clear of all ob-  
stacles and materials.  
WARNING:Makecertainwires  
and gas lines are not touching  
the underside of the firebox.  
CAUTION:Iftheglassbreaks,  
be cautious of fragments on the  
floor. Keep children away from  
the area. Do not operate the unit.  
Use proper safety gloves to re-  
move the broken glass door. Dis-  
card safely. A glass door kit can  
be ordered through your local  
distributor. Do not substitute  
other material for the glass.  
CAUTION: The appliance and  
logs can get very hot - Handle  
only when cool.  
WARNING: Do not abuse,  
strike, or slam the glass doors.  
WARNING: Turn off gas and  
wall switch before servicing ap-  
pliance. Any safety screen or  
guard removed for servicing the  
appliance must be replaced prior  
to operating the appliance.  
CAUTION: Label all wires  
priortodisconnectionwhenser-  
vicing controls. Wiring errors  
can cause improper and danger-  
ous operation.  
For further operating guidelines, contact  
your authorized dealer.  
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LIGHTING  
INSTRUCTIONS  
TO TURN OFF GAS  
TO APPLIANCE  
OPERATING  
FIREPLACE  
1. STOP! Read the safety information  
in column one.  
1. Turn off remote control or wall  
switch.  
FOR YOUR SAFETY  
READ BEFORE  
LIGHTING  
2. Turn off all electric power to the  
fireplace.  
2. Turn off all electrical power to the  
appliance if service is to be performed.  
3. Open lower louver panel.  
3. Open lower louver panel.  
4. Push in gas control knob slightly and  
4. Push in gas control knob slightly and  
WARNING: If you do not fol-  
low these instructions exactly, a  
fireorexplosionmayresultcaus-  
ing property damage, personal  
injury or loss of life.  
turn clockwise  
to “OFF”.  
turn clockwise  
to “OFF”.  
5. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any  
gas. Then smell for gas, including  
near the floor. If you smell gas,  
STOP! Follow “B” in the safety in-  
formation in column one. If you don't  
smell gas, go to the next step.  
5. Close lower louver panel.  
Shutting Off Burners Only (pilot  
stays lit)  
A. This appliance has a pilot which must  
be lighted by hand. When lighting the  
pilot, follow these instructions exactly.  
You may shut off the burners and keep  
the pilot lit by doing one of the following:  
6. The pilot is located by the main  
burner and should not require ac-  
cessing for lighting.  
1. Turn gas control knob clockwise  
to the PILOT position.  
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.  
2. Set selector switch in the OFF position  
if using the remote control.  
7. Turn gas control knob counterclock-  
wise  
to “PILOT”.  
Note: It is recommended that the gas  
control knob be turned to the OFF  
position when fireplace will not be  
used for extended periods of time.  
8. Push in gas control knob all the way  
and hold. Immediately light the pi-  
lot by repeatedly depressing the piezo  
spark ignitor until a flame appears.  
Continue to hold for about one (1)  
minute after the pilot is lit. Release  
gas control knob and it will pop back.  
Pilot should remain lit. If it goes out,  
repeat steps 5 through 8.  
WHATTO DO IFYOU 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.  
MANUAL LIGHTING  
PROCEDURE  
1. Remove glass door (see Removing/  
C. Use only your hand to push in or turn  
the gas control knob. Never use tools.  
If the knob will not push in or turn  
by hand, don't try to repair it, call a  
qualified service technician. Force or  
attempted repair may result in a fire  
or explosion.  
Replacing Glass Door, page 22).  
• If gas control knob does not pop  
up when released, stop and imme-  
diately call your service technician  
or gas supplier.  
• If the pilot will not stay lit after sev-  
eral tries, turn the gas control knob  
to “OFF” and call your service  
technician or gas supplier.  
2. Follow steps 1 through 8 under Light-  
ing Instructions.  
3. Depress gas control knob and light  
pilot with match.  
4. Keep gas control knob pressed in for  
30 seconds after lighting pilot. Af-  
ter 30 seconds, release gas control  
knob. Now follow steps 9 through 11,  
column 2.  
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 un-  
der water.  
9. Turn gas control knob counterclock-  
wise  
to “ON”.  
5. Replace glass door (see Removing/  
10. Turn on all electric power to the  
fireplace (remote control or wall  
switch).  
Replacing Glass Door, page 22).  
11. Close lower louver panel.  
Conversion Screw  
Gas Control Knob  
Piezo  
Ignitor  
16AI  
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Figure 56 - Control Valve  
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OPERATING  
BLOWER  
OPERATING  
INSPECTING  
BURNERS  
FIREPLACE  
Continued  
Locate the blower controls by opening  
the lower louver panel on the fireplace.  
Blower controls are located on the left  
side of the switch bracket to the left just  
inside the louver panel.  
Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame  
patterns often.  
REMOTE  
OPERATION  
PILOT ASSEMBLY  
The pilot assembly is factory preset for the  
proper flame height. Alterations may have  
occurredduringshippingandhandling.Call  
a qualified service person to readjust the  
pilot if necessary.  
Follow instructions included with the re-  
mote control.  
The GA3700 manual blower has an ON  
setting and an OFF setting. The blower  
will only run when the switch is in the ON  
position. In the OFF position, the blower  
will not operate.  
NOTICE: You must light the pilot  
before using the hand-held re-  
mote control unit. See Lighting  
Instructions, page 26.  
The height of the thermopile must be 3/8" to  
1/2"abovethepilotflameasshowninFigure  
58. The thermocouple must be at a height of  
about 1/8" above the pilot flame. The flame  
from the pilot burner must extend beyond  
both the thermocouple and thermopile.  
The blower helps distribute heated air  
fromthefireplace. Periodicallycheckthe  
louvers of the firebox and remove any  
dust, dirt, or other obstructions that will  
hinder the flow of air.  
1. After lighting, let pilot flame burn for  
about one minute. Turn gas control  
knob on the control valve to ON posi-  
tion. Turn variable control knob any-  
where between HI and LO. Slide the  
selector switch to the REMOTE po-  
sition. Note: The burner may light if  
hand-held remote ON button was on  
when selector switch was last turned  
off. You can now turn the burners on  
and off with the hand-held remote con-  
trol unit.  
If your pilot assembly does not meet these  
requirements:  
Blower Control Knob  
• turn fireplace off (see To Turn Off Gas to  
Appliance, page 26)  
OFF  
ON  
• see Troubleshooting, pages 31 through 34  
F
F
Thermopile  
IMPORTANT: Do not leave the se-  
lector switch in the REMOTE posi-  
tion when the pilot is not lit. This will  
drain the battery.  
Gas Control  
Knob in On  
Position  
3/8" to 1/2"  
Pilot Burner  
Selector Switch in  
Remote Position  
1/8"  
Figure57-SettingtheSelectorSwitchand  
Gas Control Knob for Remote Operation  
IMPORTANT: Be sure to press the  
ON/OFF button on the hand-held re-  
mote control unit for up to 3 seconds  
to assure proper operation.  
Thermocouple  
2. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the  
burners on and off. When turning  
burners off, the pilot will remain lit.  
Piezo  
Ignitor  
IMPORTANT: To turn the pilot off,  
manually turn the gas control knob  
on the heater to the OFF position.  
Figure 58 - Pilot Assembly  
BURNER FLAME PATTERN  
Burner flames will be steady; not lifting or  
floating. Flame patterns will be different  
from unit to unit and will vary depending on  
installation type and weather conditions.  
If the vent configuration is installed incor-  
rectly, the flames will lift or "ghost". This  
can be dangerous. Inspect the flames after  
installationtoensureproperinstallationand  
performance.  
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Use only the glass door replacement in-  
tended for this fireplace (see Replacement  
Parts, page 35 for detail on ordering). No  
substitutions may be made. See Removing/  
Replacing Glass Door, page 22 for instruc-  
tions for replacing glass door.  
INSPECTING  
WARNING: Do not use abra-  
sivecleanersasthismaydamage  
glass. Use a nonabrasive house-  
hold glass cleaner to clean glass.  
Do not clean glass when hot.  
BURNERS  
Continued  
Figure 59 shows a typical flame pattern for  
MBDV37 and MBDV41.  
Glass must be cleaned periodically. During  
start-up it is normal for condensation to  
form on the inside of the glass causing lint,  
dust, and other airborne particles to cling to  
the glass surface. During initial start-up a  
slight film may form on the glass due to  
paint curing. The glass should be cleaned  
several times with a non-ammonia, non-  
abrasivehouseholdcleanerandwarmwater  
afterthefirsttwoweeksofoperation.There-  
after, clean the glass two or three times  
during each heating season, depending on  
the usage and circumstances present. Refer  
toRemoving/ReplacingGlassDooronpage  
22ofthismanualwhenremovingglassdoor  
for cleaning.  
WARNING: Do not operate  
fireplace with the glass door re-  
moved, cracked, or broken.  
If burner flame pattern differs from that  
described:  
• turn fireplace off (see To Turn Off Gas to  
Appliance, page 26)  
PILOT AND BURNERS  
• Remove ember material before cleaning  
burners and replace when cleaning is  
complete.  
• see Troubleshooting, pages 31 through 34  
• Burner and controls should be cleaned with  
compressed air to remove dust, dirt, or lint.  
• Use a vacuum cleaner or small, soft bristled  
brush to remove excess dust, dirt, or lint.  
LOGS  
Figure 59 - Typical Flame Pattern for  
MBDV37 and MBDV41  
• If you remove logs for cleaning, refer to  
Installing Logs, Lava Rock, and Glowing  
Embers, page 24, to properly replace logs.  
WARNING: Only parts sup-  
pliedbythemanufacturershould  
be used when replacing broken  
ordamagedglassdoorpanel(see  
ReplacementParts,page35).This  
glass door panel is a complete  
unit. Nosubstitutematerialsmay  
be used.  
CLEANING AND  
MAINTENANCE  
• Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any car-  
bon build up on logs.  
• Replace log(s) if broken. See Replace-  
WARNING: Turn off fireplace  
and let cool before cleaning.  
ment Parts on page 35.  
• Replace ember material periodically as  
needed. See Replacement Parts on page 35.  
CAUTION:Youmustkeepcon-  
trol areas, burners, and circulat-  
ing air passageways of fireplace  
clean. Inspect these areas of fire-  
place before each use. Have fire-  
place inspected yearly by a quali-  
fiedserviceperson.Fireplacemay  
need more frequent cleaning due  
to excessive lint from carpeting,  
bedding material, pet hair, etc.  
VENTING SYSTEM  
CAUTION: Wear gloves and  
safety glasses while handling or  
removing broken glass. Do not  
remove if glass is hot. Keep chil-  
dren and pets away from glass.  
Conduct annual inspection of the venting  
system following these guidelines:  
1. Check areas of venting system that are  
exposed to the weather for corrosion (rust  
spots or streaks and, in extreme cases,  
holes). Have these items replaced imme-  
diately by a qualified service person.  
If glass has been broken, carefully remove  
glass door (see Removing/Replacing Glass  
Door, page 22). Vacuum all glass pieces  
with a shop vac.  
2. Remove the vent cap and shine a flash-  
light into the vent. Remove any foreign  
material.  
GLASS DOOR  
CAUTION: Do not vacuum if  
pieces are hot.  
3. Check for evidence of excessive con-  
densation. Continuous condensation  
can cause corrosion of caps, pipes, and  
fittings and can be caused by having  
excessive lateral runs, too many elbows,  
or exterior portions of the system be-  
ing exposed to cold weather.  
WARNING:Handleglassdoor  
panel with care. Do not strike,  
slam, or otherwise abuse glass.  
Do not operate fireplace with the  
glass door removed, cracked, or  
broken.  
4. Inspect joints to verify that no pipe sec-  
tion or fitting has been disturbed and  
loosened. Check mechanical supports  
such as wall straps for rigidity.  
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5. Turn brass elbow and main burner ori-  
INSTALLATION  
INSTRUCTIONS  
FOR CONVERSION  
NATURAL TO  
Propane/LP  
fice counterclockwise to remove from  
burner. The orifice is threaded into the  
burner inlet. The elbow may have a  
slight resistance since the orifice has  
been sealed with RTV silicone. Use a  
7/8" open end wrench or channel lock  
pliers for elbow and orifice removal.  
Main Burner  
Orifice (18mm  
Hex)  
PROPANE/LP  
Note:  
For Model MBDV37 - #55 Drill Size  
(Stamped with #132 for Identification)  
6. Remove existing main burner orifice  
from brass elbow and replace with main  
burner orifice supplied with the fire-  
place. Note: The new main burner ori-  
fice for propane/LP will have the num-  
ber 132 (Model MBDV37 only) or the  
number 139 (Model MBDV41 only)  
stamped on it for identification pur-  
poses. Apply a small amount of thread  
sealant to the orifice before tightening  
(see Figure 62, page 30). Sealant must  
be resistant to Propane/LP gas.  
WARNING: This conversion  
kit must be installed by a quali-  
fiedserviceagencyinaccordance  
with the manufacturer instruc-  
tions and all applicable codes  
and requirements of the author-  
ity having jurisdiction. If the in-  
formationintheseinstructionsis  
not followed exactly, a fire, ex-  
plosion, or production of carbon  
monoxide may result causing  
propertydamage,personalinjury,  
or loss of life. The qualified ser-  
vice agency is responsible for  
the proper installation of this kit.  
The installation is not proper and  
complete until the operation of  
the converted appliance is  
checked as specified in the  
manufacturer’sinstructionssup-  
plied with the kit.  
For Model MBDV41 - #54 Drill Size  
(Stamped with #139 for Identification)  
Propane/LP  
Pilot Orifice  
Note: The pilot orifice has  
the number 30 stamped  
on it for identification  
purposes (Both Models).  
Figure 60 - Main Burner Orifice and Pilot  
Orifice  
Burner  
BURNER AIR SHUTTER  
ADJUSTMENT, MAIN  
BURNER ORIFICE, AND  
PILOT ORIFICE  
5/16" hex  
Mounting Screw  
Fireplace  
Floor  
Air Shutter Screw  
CONVERSION  
Air Shutter  
(Shown in  
FULLY OPEN  
Position)  
1. Remove the upper louver panel and  
glass door (see Removing/Replacing  
Glass Door, page 22).  
RTV Silicone  
2. Carefully remove the log set and em-  
ber material from around the burner and  
place them outside the fireplace (see  
Installing Logs, Lava Rock and Glow-  
ing Embers, page 24).  
Main Burner  
Orifice  
BEFORE YOU BEGIN  
The conversion parts are packaged with the  
fireplace. Please check the contents before  
beginning this conversion. Each model in-  
cludes a brass main burner orifice and a  
smaller sized pilot orifice (see Figure 60).  
Brass Elbow  
Flare Fitting  
3. Open lower louver panel. This allows  
access below firebox to gas line con-  
nections and gas control valve.  
Aluminum Tubing  
Figure 61 - Removing/Replacing Main  
Burner Orifice, Brass Elbow, and Alumi-  
num Tubing  
Before proceeding, make sure the gas con-  
trol valve is in the “OFF” position, all elec-  
trical power to the appliance is OFF, and the  
appliance is cool to the touch.  
4. Disconnect flare fitting connected to the  
brass elbow inside the bottom control  
compartment area. Use a 3/4" open end  
wrench on the flare fitting (see Figure61).  
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10. Adjust air shutter setting on main  
GAS CONTROL VALVE  
CONVERSION  
INSTALLATION  
INSTRUCTIONS  
FOR CONVERSION  
NATURAL TO  
burner. Loosen air shutter screw and  
rotate air shutter to FULLY OPEN po-  
sition (see Figure 61, page 29). Tighten  
shutter screw. Place burner back into  
position.Attach with the two 5/16" hex  
mounting screws removed in step 5.  
TheSITNovamillivoltvalveconvertsfrom  
natural gas to propane/LP gas with the re-  
versal of the conversion screw located on  
the stem in the top of the valve (see Figure  
64). Thevalveislocatedinthebottomofthe  
fireplace underneath the firebox.  
PROPANE/LP  
11. Attach main burner orifice and brass  
elbow assembly to burner. Place main  
burner orifice into threaded end of  
burner and turn clockwise to tighten  
(see Figure 61, page 29).Align the brass  
elbow with the flare fitting on the alu-  
minum tubing.  
Continued  
Removetheconversionscrewfromthevalve  
and rotate the screw 180 degrees. The screw  
is clearly marked as NG or LPG, insure that  
the LPG is facing outward. Tighten the  
screw fully but do not over tighten.  
7. Remove the burner by loosening the  
two 5/16" hex mounting screws (see  
Figure 62). Lift burner up and out.  
8. Convert the pilot burner by changing out  
the pilot orifice. Remove the compres-  
sion nut and compression sleeve from  
the pilot. Remove the pilot orifice from  
inside the pilot barrel (see Figure 63).  
Replace with the pilot orifice supplied  
with the fireplace. Note: The new pilot  
orifice has the number 30 stamped on it  
for identification purposes.  
12. Reconnect the aluminum tube flare fit-  
ting onto the brass elbow (see Figure 61,  
page 29).  
SIT Nova  
Millivolt Valve  
13. Reapply RTV silicone to seal area where  
orifice passes through the bottom com-  
bustion chamber (see Figure 61, page 29).  
Conversion  
Screw  
Thermopile  
Pilot Burner  
9. Place open end of pilot orifice on top of  
compression sleeve and carefully slide  
up inside pilot burner. Tighten compres-  
sion nut (see Figure 63). IMPORTANT:  
Be careful not to bend or kink alumi-  
num tubing during conversion. Make  
sure the compression sleeve and pilot  
orifice are properly mated and aligned  
before retightening the compression nut.  
Piezo Ignitor  
Stem  
Top  
Thermocouple  
Figure 64 - Valve  
FINAL PREPARATION  
1. Replace logs and embers (see Remov-  
ing/Replacing Glass Door, page 22).  
Main Burner  
Orifice (18mm  
Hex)  
12mm  
Hex  
2. Reinstallglassdoorandupperlouverpanel  
on fireplace (see Installing Logs, Lava  
Rock and Glowing Embers, page 24).  
Apply Thread  
Sealant Here  
Only  
Pilot Orifice  
The conversion is now complete.  
Compression  
Sleeve  
Refer to the section on Checking Gas Con-  
nections (pages 20 and 21) and Operating  
Fireplace (pages 26 and 27).  
Compression Nut  
(10mm Hex)  
Brass Elbow  
Figure 62 - Removing/Replacing Main  
Burner Orifice  
Figure 63 - Removing/Replacing Pilot  
Orifice  
WARNING: Test all gas pip-  
ing and connections for leaks  
after installing or servicing. Cor-  
rect leaks at once.  
WARNING: Never use an open  
flame to check for a leak. Apply  
commercialleaktestsolutiontoall  
gas joints. Bubbles forming show  
a leak. Correct all leaks at once.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
Note: For additional help, visit DESA  
International’s technical service web  
site at www.desatech.com.  
WARNING: Turn off heater  
CAUTION: Never use a wire,  
needle, or similar object to clean  
pilot. This can damage pilot unit.  
andletcoolbeforeservicing.Only  
aqualifiedservicepersonshould  
service and repair heater.  
Note:Alltroubleshootingitemsarelistedin  
order of operation.  
OBSERVED PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
REMEDY  
When ignitor button is pressed, there is no  
spark at pilot  
1. Ignitor electrode not connected to igni- 1. Reconnect ignitor cable  
tor cable  
2. Ignitor cable pinched or wet  
2. Free ignitor cable if pinched by any  
metal or tubing. Keep ignitor cable dry  
3. Tighten nut holding piezo ignitor. Nut  
is located behind the mounting bracket  
4. Replace ignitor cable  
3. Piezo ignitor nut is loose  
4. Broken ignitor cable  
5. Bad piezo ignitor  
5. Replace piezo ignitor  
6. Ignitor electrode broken  
7. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong  
6. Replace pilot assembly  
7. Replace pilot assembly  
When ignitor button is pressed, there is  
spark at pilot but no ignition  
1. Gas supply turned off or equipment 1. Turn on gas supply or open equipment  
shutoff valve closed shutoff valve  
2. Gas control knob not in PILOT position 2. Turn gas control knob to PILOT position  
3. Gas control knob not pressed in while 3. Press in gas control knob while in PILOT  
in PILOT position  
position  
4. Air in gas lines when installed  
4. Continue holding down control knob.  
Repeat igniting operation until air is  
removed  
5. Depleted gas supply (propane/LP mod- 5. Contact local propane/LP gas company  
els only)  
6. Pilot is clogged  
6. Cleanpilot(see CleaningandMaintenance,  
page 28) or replace pilot assembly  
7. Replace gas control  
7. Gas regulator setting is not correct  
1. Gas control knob not fully pressed in  
Pilot lights but flame goes out when control  
knob is released  
1. Press in gas control knob fully  
2. Gas control knob not pressed in long 2. After pilot lights, keep gas control knob  
enough pressed in 30 seconds  
3. Equipment shutoff valve not fully open 3. Fully open equipment shutoff valve  
4. Pilot flame not touching thermocouple, 4. A) Contact local gas company  
which allows thermocouple to cool,  
causing pilot flame to go out. This prob-  
lem could be caused by one or both of  
the following:  
B) Clean pilot (see Cleaning and  
Maintenance, page 28) or replace pilot  
assembly  
A) Low gas pressure  
B) Dirty or partially clogged pilot  
5. Thermocouple connection loose at con- 5. Hand tighten until snug, then tighten  
trol valve  
1/4 turn more  
6. Thermocouple damaged  
7. Control valve damaged  
6. Replace thermocouple  
7. Replace control valve  
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OBSERVED PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
REMEDY  
Pilot will not light  
1. No gas supply, or shutoff valve is OFF  
2. Air in gas line  
1. Check to see if you have gas supply  
2. Hold control valve in the PILOT position  
for 2 to 3 minutes to purge air. If you smell  
gas stop and wait for a few minutes before  
trying to light the fireplace  
3. Construction debris clogging pilot orifice 3. Remove debris and dirt, inspect and  
clean any other possible obstructions  
4. Low gas pressure  
4. Contact your gas supplier  
5. Control valve knob is not on the PILOT 5. Refer to section on pilot lighting  
position  
6. Kinked pilot line  
6. Have a qualified technician replace pi-  
lot line  
7. Bad valve  
7. Replace control valve (see Replacement  
Parts, page 35)  
8. Bad thermocouple or loose connection  
8. Tighten thermocouple or replace  
No gas to burner, although wall switch and 1. Wall switch wires defective  
valve are set to the ON position  
1. Check electrical connections  
Frequent pilot outage  
1. Pilot flame may be too low, causing 1. Clean and adjust pilot flame for maximum  
safety pilot to “drop out”  
flame impingement on thermopile  
Burner goes off after a short time  
1. Venting recirculation problem  
1. Have a qualified technician check vent-  
ing system for leaks or obstructions.  
Have a qualified technician measure the  
pilot’s millivoltage  
Burner does not light after pilot is lit  
1. Burner orifice clogged  
1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and  
Maintenance, page 28) or replace burner  
orifice  
2. Inlet gas pressure is too low  
2. Contact local propane/LP or natural gas  
company  
3. Thermopile leads disconnected or im- 3. Reconnect leads (see Wiring Diagram,  
properly connected  
page 35)  
4. Thermopile is defective  
4. Replace thermopile  
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Continued  
OBSERVED PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
REMEDY  
Delayed ignition burner  
1. Manifold pressure is too low  
1. Contact local propane/LP or natural gas  
company  
2. Burner porting or orifice clogged  
2. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Main-  
tenance, page 28) or replace burner orifice  
Burner backfiring during combustion  
1. Burner orifice is clogged or damaged  
1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and  
Maintenance, page 28) or replace burner  
orifice  
2. Damaged burner  
2. Replace damaged burner  
3. Gas regulator defective  
3. Replace gas control  
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. Air in gas line  
burner is lit  
1. Operate burner until air is removed from  
line. Have gas line checked by local pro-  
pane/LP or natural gas company  
2. Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice 2. Clean burner (see Cleaning and  
Maintenance, page 28) or replace burner  
orifice  
Glass soots  
1. Flame impingement on logs  
2. Debris around burner air mixer  
1. Adjust the log set so that the flame does  
not excessively impinge on it  
2. Inspect the opening at the base of the  
burner to see that it is NOT packed with  
any type of material  
Fireplace produces a clicking/ticking noise 1. Metal expanding while heating or con- 1. This is common. If noise is excessive,  
just after burners are lit or shut off  
tracting while cooling  
contact qualified service person  
Remote does not function  
1. Battery is not installed or battery power 1. Replace 9-volt batteries in receiver and  
is low remote control  
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Continued  
WARNING: If you smell gas  
• Shut off gas supply.  
• Do not try to light any appliance.  
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.  
• 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.  
IMPORTANT: Operating fireplace where impurities in air exist may create odors. Cleaning supplies,  
paint, paint remover, cigarette smoke, cements and glues, new carpet or textiles, etc., create fumes. These  
fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors. These odors will disappear over time.  
OBSERVED PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
REMEDY  
Fireplace produces unwanted odors  
1. Gas leak. See Warning statement 1. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check-  
above  
ing Gas Connections, pages 19 and 20)  
Fireplace shuts off in use  
1. High or gusting winds  
1. Fireplace has been tested for up to  
40mph winds. However, extreme con-  
ditions may occur. See Lighting Instruc-  
tions on page 26 and 27.  
2. Low line pressure  
2. Contact local propane/LP or natural gas  
company  
3. Pilot is partially clogged  
3. Clean pilot (see Cleaning and Mainte-  
nance, page 28)  
4. Inner vent pipe leaking exhaust gases 4. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check-  
into system  
5. Horizontal vent improperly pitched  
ing Gas Connections, pages 20 and 21)  
5. Horizontal vent termination should slope  
down only enough to prevent any water  
from entering the unit. The maximum  
downward slope of the vent termination  
is 1/4" for any horizontal run  
6. Glass too loose and air tight gasket leaks 6. Tighten glass  
in corners after usage  
7. Bad thermopile or thermocouple  
7. Replace faulty component  
8. Improper vent cap installation  
8. Check for proper installation and free-  
dom from debris or blockage  
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 20 and 21)  
2. Control valve defective  
2. Replace control valve  
Gas odor during combustion  
Dark residue on logs or inside of fireplace  
1. Gas leak. See Warning statement 1. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check-  
above  
ing Gas Connections, pages 20 and 21)  
1. Improper log placement  
2. Air holes at burner inlet blocked  
3. Burner flame holes blocked  
1. Properly locate logs (see Installing Logs,  
Lava Rock, and Glowing Embers, page 24)  
2. Clean out air holes at burner inlets. Pe-  
riodically repeat as needed  
3. Remove blockage or replace burner  
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REPLACEMENT  
PARTS  
WIRING DIAGRAM  
CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing  
controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation.  
Verify proper operation after servicing.  
Note: Use only original replacement parts.  
Thiswillprotectyourwarrantycoveragefor  
parts replaced under warranty.  
PARTS UNDER WARRANTY  
Pilot  
Thermopile  
Piezo Ignitor  
Thermocouple  
Piezo Ignitor  
Contact authorized dealers of this product.  
If they can not supply original replacement  
part(s), call DESA International’s Techni-  
cal Service Department at 1-800-DESA  
LOG (1-800-337-2564).  
Do Not  
Connect  
To 120V  
Pilot  
Gas Line  
N.O.SW  
(Wall Switch)  
Remote  
Control  
Incoming  
Main  
Gas  
TH  
TP  
Control  
Valve  
WhencallingDESAInternational,haveready  
• your name  
N.O.SW  
TH/TP  
Supply  
Field Wire  
• your address  
BLK  
Incoming  
120V AC  
(Fuse Box  
or  
• model and serial numbers of your fireplace  
• how fireplace was malfunctioning  
• type of gas used (propane/LPor natural gas)  
• purchase date  
WHT  
GRN  
Wireway  
Variable  
Speed  
Control  
Breaker)  
Electrical Rating:  
120v, 60Hz, 0.7A  
Connectors  
(Not Supplied)  
GND  
Usually, we will ask you to return the defec-  
tive part to the factory.  
TECHNICAL  
SERVICE  
You may have further questions about in-  
stallation, operation, or troubleshooting. If  
so, contact DESA International’s Technical  
Service Department at 1-800-DESA LOG  
(1-800-337-2564).  
SERVICE HINTS  
PARTS NOT UNDER  
WARRANTY  
Contact authorized dealers of this product.  
If they can not supply original replacement  
part(s), call DESA International’s Parts De-  
partment at 1-800-972-7879 for referral in-  
formation.  
When Gas Pressure Is Too Low  
• pilot will not stay lit  
• burners will have delayed ignition  
• fireplace will not produce specified heat  
• propane/LP gas supply might be low  
(propane/LP units only)  
WhencallingDESAInternational,haveready  
• model number of your fireplace  
• the replacement part number  
You can also visit DESA International’s  
technical service web site at  
When Gas Quality Is Bad  
• pilot will not stay lit  
• burners will produce flames and soot  
• fireplace will backfire when lit  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Ifyoufeelyourgaspressureistooloworgas  
quality is bad, contact your local natural or  
propane/LP gas supplier.  
MBDV37  
33" x 37" x 18 1/2"  
MBDV41  
Dimension, Inches/mm (HxWxD)  
Fireplace  
35" x 41" x 18 1/2"  
838 x 940 x 470mm  
838 x 1041 x 470mm  
Carton  
36" x 39" x 19 1/2"  
914 x 991 x 495mm  
36" x 43" x 19 1/2"  
914 x 1092 x 495mm  
Weight, lbs/kg  
Fireplace  
127 lbs/58 kg  
130 lbs/59 kg  
137 lbs/62 kg  
140 lbs/64 kg  
Shipping  
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ILLUSTRATED  
PARTS  
41  
BREAKDOWN  
33  
36  
MBDV37  
7
MBDV41  
2
11 (Included in  
Hardware Pack)  
49  
34-3  
34-5  
6
34-1  
52  
25  
34-2  
34-4  
48  
47  
26  
27  
1
29  
44  
37  
18  
6
20  
6
35  
19  
16  
40  
4
28  
31  
22  
24  
13  
30  
39  
21  
14  
15  
43  
12  
23  
28  
17  
38  
9
8
5
5
5
50  
10  
42  
35  
45  
51  
7
32  
35  
3
46  
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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 31 of this manual.  
PARTS LIST  
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE  
MBDV37  
MBDV41  
KEY  
KEY  
NO.  
PART NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
NO.  
PART NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
QTY.  
34-1 107344-02  
107344-01  
34-2 107345-02  
107345-01  
34-3 107346-01  
34-4 107347-02  
107347-01  
Rear Log - 37"  
Rear Log - 41"  
Front Log - 37"  
Front Log - 41"  
Crossover Log - 37" & 41"  
Log Piece - 37"  
Log Piece - 41"  
Log, Top Twig - 37" & 41"  
Screw  
Screw  
Bolt  
Locknut  
Screw  
Grate Assembly - 37"  
Grate Assembly - 41"  
Glass Door Assy - 37"  
Glass Door Assy - 41"  
Fastener, Ratchet  
Front Assembly - 37"  
Front Assembly - 41"  
Insulation - 37"  
Insulation - 41"  
Hinge, Pin  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
3
2
2
4
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
104547-02  
104547-03  
104474-02  
104474-03  
104548-02  
104548-01  
104479-12BR  
104479-11BR  
M11084-26  
M11084-46  
102455-04  
102455-03  
104443-01  
104486-01  
104482-01  
104483-01  
104491-01  
104518-01  
104527-01  
104528-01  
104537-01  
104496-03  
104497-01  
104498-01  
104499-01  
104500-01  
104501-01  
104502-01  
104503-01  
104504-03  
104506-01  
104506-03  
104507-01  
104508-01  
104509-01  
104510-01  
101628-04  
103823-02  
GA3700  
Top Outer Casing-37"  
Top Outer Casing-41"  
Outer Casing-37"  
Outer Casing-41"  
Bottom Outer Casing-37"  
Bottom Outer Casing-41"  
Firebox Assembly-37"  
Firebox Assembly-41"  
Screw, Hex  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
52  
8
2
2
1
1
1
2
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
2
3
4
34-5 107348-01  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
M10908-2  
5
6
7
M12461-73  
H5C4-20B  
NTC-4C  
Screw, Hex  
Louver, Extruded-37"  
Louver, Extruded-41"  
Firebox Support, Right  
Firebox Support, Left  
Switch Bracket  
Floor Mounting Bracket  
Relief Cover  
Relief Cover Gasket  
Relief Spring  
Relief Washer  
Valve Bracket  
SIT Valve, Convertible  
SIT Pilot, Convertible  
Thermocouple  
M12461-26  
104555-02CJ  
104555-01CJ  
105775-03  
105775-01  
104381-01  
104576-02CK  
104576-03CK  
104615-02  
105628-01  
104313-01  
104313-02  
104954-01  
104963-01  
104955-01  
103769-01  
104602-01  
105325-01  
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
41  
42  
43  
44  
1
1
1
1
3
3
3
1
1
1
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
50  
51  
52  
Hinge, Pin  
Screw  
Washer  
Nut  
Duplex Outlet  
Duplex Outlet Cover  
Burner Baffle  
Thermopile  
Ignitor  
Ignitor Bracket  
Ignitor Screw  
Ignitor Wire  
Burner w/ Air Shutter  
Orifice - 37" (Natural)  
Orifice - 41" (Natural)  
Brass Elbow  
PARTS AVAILABLE - NOT SHOWN  
GA6060  
Lava Rock  
Ember Material  
Ball Valve  
Pilot Orifice  
Propane/LP Conversion  
Main Burner Orifice (#55)  
37" Propane/LP Conv.  
Main Burner Orifice (#54)  
41" Propane/LP Conv.  
1
1
1
1
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
104529-01  
104512-01  
106040-02  
Brass Fitting  
Aluminum Tubing Assy  
Pilot Tubing Assy  
Flexible Connector  
Remote Set  
Blower Assembly  
w/ Speed Control  
Log Set - 37"  
104506-02  
104506-04  
1
1
34  
107165-01  
107164-01  
1
1
Log Set - 41"  
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DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE  
BRICK LINER  
D8037A(37")  
D8041(41")  
(Not Shown)  
ACCESSORIES  
Purchase these fireplace accessories from  
your local dealer. If they can not supply  
theseaccessories,callDESAInternational’s  
Sales Department at 1-800-432-2382. for  
information. You can also write to the ad-  
dress listed on the back page of this manual.  
This brick liner adds a touch of style to your  
direct-ventfireplaceandcomeswitheasyto  
follow instructions for installation.  
BRASS PERIMETER TRIM  
KIT - D9037(37")/GA6091(41")  
(Not Shown)  
WALL MOUNT ON/OFF  
SWITCH KIT - GWMS2  
Allows the fireplace to be turned on and off  
with a wall switch.  
Optional three sided brass trim kit covers  
unfinishededgesaroundfireplace.Provides  
afinishedappearancewiththeclassofbrass.  
CABINET MANTEL WITH  
SQUARE LEG STYLING -  
UNFINISHED GM501U(37")/  
GM103U(41")  
CLEANING KIT - GCK  
(Not Shown)  
BRASS LOUVER KIT  
D6037(37")  
D6041(41")  
Yourdirect-ventgasappliancerequiresregu-  
lar cleaning and maintenance to prevent  
performance problems. This kit gives you  
the tools and instructions to make it easy to  
clean all critical areas of your appliance.  
For use with all models. This birch-veneer  
mantel is unfinished and ready to stain or  
paint. Complete assembly instructions are in-  
cluded along with a three-sided brass trim kit.  
(Not Shown)  
These louvers will give your fireplace an  
elegant look and allows you to customize  
your fireplace. They easily replace the stan-  
dard black louvers by screwing into place.  
DECORATIVE BRASS STRIP  
KIT - D5037(37")/D5041(41")  
FOR BDV ONLY (Not Shown)  
These strips have a magnetic backing which  
makes installation and removal quick and  
easy. They are designed to go at the top and  
bottom of the glass door on BDV units.  
Note: Remove the plastic film covering on  
strips before installing on fireplace.  
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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  
DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE  
DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for four (4) years from the date of first purchase, provided  
that the product has been properly installed, operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions. To make a claim under this warranty  
the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented.  
This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser. This warranty covers the cost of part(s) required to restore this heater 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.  
TOTHEFULLEXTENTALLOWEDBYTHELAWOFTHEJURISDICTIONTHATGOVERNSTHESALEOFTHEPRODUCT;THISEXPRESS  
WARRANTYEXCLUDESANYANDALLOTHEREXPRESSEDWARRANTIESANDLIMITSTHEDURATIONOFANYANDALLIMPLIED  
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO FOUR (4)  
YEARS ON ALL COMPONENTS 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, 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:  
INTERNATIONAL  
2701 Industrial Drive  
P.O. Box 90004  
Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004  
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03/00  
106497 01  
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