UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) GAS FIREPLACE SYSTEM
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
MODELS
VSGF36NTA, VSGF36PTA, VSGF36NRA AND VSGF36PRA
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not fol-
lowed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any
phone in your building.
• Immediatelycallyourgassupplierfromaneighbor’s
phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
— Installationandservicemustbeperformedbyaquali-
fied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING: Do not allow fans
toblowdirectlyintothefireplace.
Avoidanydraftsthatalterburner
flame patterns. Ceiling fans can
create drafts that alter burner
flame patterns. Altered burner
patterns can cause sooting.
WARNING:Thisproductcon-
tainsand/orgenerateschemicals
known to the state of California
to cause cancer or birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s
manualcarefullyandcompletely
before trying to assemble,
operate or service this heater.
Improper use of this heater can
cause serious injury or death
from burns, fire, explosion,
electrical shock and carbon
monoxide poisoning.
Due to high temperatures, the
applianceshouldbelocatedout
oftrafficandawayfromfurniture
and draperies.
Do not place clothing or other
flammable material on or near
the appliance. Never place any
objects on the heater.
DANGER: Carbon monoxide
poisoning may lead to death!
Fireplace front and screen be-
comeveryhotwhenrunningfire-
place. Keep children and adults
away from hot surfaces to avoid
burns or clothing ignition. Fire-
place will remain hot for a time
after shutdown. Allow surfaces
to cool before touching.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early signs of
carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu, with
headaches, dizziness or nausea. If you have these
signs, the heater may not be working properly. Get
fresh air at once! Have heater serviced. Some
people are more affected by carbon monoxide than
others. These include pregnant women, people with
heart or lung disease or anemia, those under the
influence of alcohol and those at high altitudes.
Carefully supervise young chil-
dren when they are in the room
with fireplace. When using the
optional hand-held remote ac-
cessory, keep selector switch
in the OFF position to prevent
childrenfromturningonburners
with remote.
Natural and Propane/LP Gas: Natural and pro-
pane/LPgases are odorless.An odor-making agent
is added to the gas. The odor helps you detect a gas
leak. However, the odor added to the gas can fade.
Gas may be present even though no odor exists.
Make certain you read and understand all warnings.
Keep this manual for reference. It is your guide to
safe and proper operation of this heater.
WARNING: Any change to
this heater or its controls can
be dangerous.
You must operate this fireplace
with the fireplace screen and
hood in place. Make sure fire-
place screen and hood are in
place before running heater.
WARNING: Do not use a
blower insert, heat exchanger
insertorotheraccessorynotap-
proved for use with this heater.
Keep the appliance area clear
and free from combustible ma-
terials, gasoline and other flam-
mable vapors and liquids.
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12. Do not use fireplace if any part has been
exposed to or under water. Immediately call
a qualified service technician to inspect the
fireplace and to replace any part of the control
system and any gas control which has been
under water.
SAFETY INFORMATION
Continued
1. This appliance is only for use with the type of
gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance
is not convertible for use with other gases.
2. Do not place propane/LP supply tank(s) in-
side any structure. Locate propane/LP supply
tank(s) outdoors (propane/LP units only).
13. Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken.
Do not operate fireplace if a log is chipped
(dime-sized or larger).
3. If you smell gas
14. Turn fireplace off and let cool before servicing.
Only a qualified service person should service
and repair fireplace.
• 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
15. Operating fireplace above elevations of 4,500
feet could cause pilot outage.
• immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighborʼs phone. Follow the gas supplierʼs
instructions
16. To prevent performance problems in propane/LP
units, do not use propane/LP fuel tanks of less
than 100 lbs. capacity (propane/LP units only).
• if you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department
17. Provide adequate clearances around air
openings.
4. This fireplace shall not be installed in a bed-
room or bathroom.
LOCAL CODES
5. Do not use this fireplace as a wood-burning
fireplace. Use only the logs provided with the
fireplace.
Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all local
codes. In the absence of local codes, use the lat-
est edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54*.
6. Do not add extra logs or ornaments such as
pine cones, vermiculite or rock wool. Using
these added items can cause sooting. Do not
add lava rock around base. Rock and debris
could fall into the control area of fireplace.
*Available from:
American National Standards Institute, Inc.
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
7. To prevent the creation of soot, follow the
instructions in Cleaning and maintenance,
page 25.
National Fire Protection Association, Inc.
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
8. Before using furniture polish, wax, carpet
cleaner or similar products, turn heater off. If
heated, the vapors from these products may
create a white powder residue within burner
box or on adjacent walls or furniture.
Note: Where listed vented decorative logs are
required, thermostat operation is not permitted.
State of Massachusetts: The installa-
tion must be made by a licensed plumber
or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts.
9. This fireplace needs fresh air ventilation to run
properly. This fireplace has an Oxygen Deple-
tion Sensing (ODS) safety shutoff system. The
ODS shuts down the fireplace if enough fresh
air is not available. See Air for Combustion
and Ventilation, page 7. If fireplace keeps
shutting off, see Troubleshooting, page 27.
Sellers of unvented propane or natural
gas-fired supplemental room heaters shall
provide to each purchaser a copy of 527
CMR 30 upon sale of the unit.
Vent-free gas products are prohibited for
bedroom and bathroom installation in the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
10. Do not run fireplace
• where flammable liquids or vapors are used
or stored
• under dusty conditions
11. Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn
paper or other objects.
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PRODUCT
UNPACKING
IDENTIFICATION
CAUTION: Do not remove
the data plates attached to the
heater base assembly. The data
plates contain
Log Set
Rear
Burner
1. With utility knife, cut the carton all the way
around above the staples on the bottom tray.
Lift the carton off the heater. Remove packing.
Note: The hood is located on top of fireplace
in a carton.
Piezo
Ignitor
2. Locate one screw above top left corner of the
fireplace screen. Remove and discard screw. Lift
fireplace screen up and pull out to remove.
Optional
Remote
Control
Front
Burner
Base
Assembly
3. Remove protective packaging applied to logs,
log base assembly and fireplace.
4. Check all items for any shipping damage. If
damaged, promptly inform dealer where you
bought fireplace.
Figure 1 - Log Base Assembly
(VSGF36NRA Shown)
Top Outer
Casing
PRODUCT FEATURES
OPERATION
Top Louver
Assembly
This vent-free fireplace is clean burning. It requires
no outside venting. There is no heat loss out a vent
or up a chimney. Heat is generated by both realistic
flames and glowing embers. When used without the
blower, the fireplace requires no electricity making
it ideal for emergency backup heat.
Fireplace
Hood
SAFETY DEVICE
This fireplace has a pilot with an Oxygen Depletion
Sensing (ODS) safety shutoff system. The ODS/
pilot is a required feature for vent-free room heat-
ers. The ODS/pilot system shuts off the fireplace
if there is not enough fresh air.
PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEM
Screen
Assembly
This fireplace has a piezo ignitor. This system
requires no matches, batteries or other sources to
light fireplace.
Bottom Louver
Assembly
OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL
ACCESSORY
Figure 2 - Fireplace (VSGF36NRA Shown)
There are four optional remote controls (not
included) that can be purchased separately for
this log heater:
•
•
•
•
wall switch
wall thermostat
hand-held ON/OFF remote
hand-held thermostat remote
See Accessories, page 31.
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LOCATING FIREBOX
PLANNING
Plan where you will install the firebox. This will save time and money later when you install the firebox.
Before installation, consider the following:
1. Where the firebox will be located. Allow for wall and ceiling clearances (see Installation Clear-
ances, page 10).
2. Everything needed to complete installation.
3. These models CANNOT be installed in a bedroom unless the maximum Btu rating of the installed
vent-free log set is less than 10,000 Btu/hr.
4. Proper air for combustion and ventilation (page 7).
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Left Side View
Firebox Top View
Right Side View
Front View
Figure 3 - Firebox Dimensions
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Unusually tight construction is defined as
construction where:
AIR FOR COMBUSTION
AND VENTILATION
a. walls and ceilings exposed to the out-
side atmosphere have a continuous
water vapor retarder with a rating of
one perm (6 x 10-11 kg per pa-sec-m2) or
less with openings gasketed or sealed
and
WARNING: This firebox shall
not be installed in a confined
space or unusually tight con-
struction unless provisions are
provided for adequate combus-
tionandventilationair. Readthe
following instructions to insure
proper fresh air for this and
other fuel-burning appliances
in your home.
b. weather stripping has been added on
openable windows and doors and
c. caulking or sealants are applied to
areas such as joints around window
and door frames, between sole plates
and floors, between wall-ceiling joints,
between wall panels, at penetrations
for plumbing, electrical and gas lines
and at other openings.
Todayʼs homes are built more energy efficient
than ever. New materials, increased insulation and
new construction methods help reduce heat loss
in homes. Home owners weather strip and caulk
around windows and doors to keep the cold air out
and the warm air in. During heating months, home
owners want their homes as airtight as possible.
If your home meets all of the three criteria
above, you must provide additional fresh
air. See Ventilation Air From Outdoors,
page 9.
If your home does not meet all of the three
criteria above, proceed to Determining
Fresh-Air Flow for Heater Location, page 8.
While it is good to make your home energy effi-
cient, your home needs to breathe. Fresh air must
enter your home.All fuel-burning appliances need
fresh air for proper combustion and ventilation.
Confined and Unconfined Space
The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA
54 defines a confined space as a space whose
volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu
per hour (4.8 m3 per kw) of the aggregate input
rating of all appliances installed in that space and
an unconfined space as a space whose volume is
not less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour
(4.8 m3 per kw) of the aggregate input rating of
all appliances installed in that space. Rooms com-
municating directly with the space in which the
appliances are installed*, through openings not
furnished with doors, are considered a part of the
unconfined space.
Exhaust fans, fireboxes, clothes dryers and fuel
burning appliances draw air from the house to
operate. You must provide adequate fresh air for
these appliances. This will insure proper venting
of vented fuel-burning appliances.
PROVIDING ADEQUATE
VENTILATION
The following are excerpts from National Fuel
Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Section 5.3,
Air for Combustion and Ventilation.
All spaces in homes fall into one of the three fol-
lowing ventilation classifications:
* Adjoining rooms are communicating only if
there are doorless passageways or ventilation grills
between them.
1. Unusually Tight Construction
2. Unconfined Space
3. Confined Space
The information on pages 7 through 9 will help
you classify your space and provide adequate
ventilation.
Unusually Tight Construction
The air that leaks around doors and windows
may provide enough fresh air for combustion and
ventilation. However, in buildings of unusually
tight construction, you must provide additional
fresh air.
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4. Compare the maximum Btu/Hr the space can
support with the actual amount of Btu/Hr used.
AIR FOR COMBUSTION
AND VENTILATION
_________Btu/Hr (maximum the space can support)
_________Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used)
Continued
Example: 63,360 Btu/Hr (maximum the space
can support)
DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW
FOR HEATER LOCATION
79,000 Btu/Hr (actual amount of
Btu/Hr used)
Determining if You Have a Confined or
Unconfined Space
Use this work sheet to determine if you have a
The space in the above example is a confined space
because the actual Btu/Hr used is more than the maxi-
mum Btu/Hr the space can support. You must provide
additional fresh air. Your options are as follows:
confined or unconfined space.
Space: Includes the room in which you will
install heater plus any adjoining rooms with door-
less passageways or ventilation grills between
the rooms.
A. Rework worksheet, adding the space of an adjoin-
ingroom. Iftheextraspaceprovidesanunconfined
space, remove door to adjoining room or add
ventilation grills between rooms. See Ventilation
Air From Inside Building, page 9.
1. Determine the volume of the space (length x
width x height).
B. Vent room directly to the outdoors. See Ventila-
tion Air From Outdoors, page 9.
Length x Width x Height =__________cu. ft.
(volume of space)
C. Install a lower Btu/Hr fireplace, if lower Btu/Hr
size makes room unconfined.
Example: Space size 22 ft. (length) x 18 ft.
(width) x 8 ft. (ceiling height) = 3168 cu. ft.
(volume of space)
If the actual Btu/Hr used is less than the maxi-
mum Btu/Hr the space can support, the space is
an unconfined space. You will need no additional
fresh air ventilation.
If additional ventilation to adjoining room is
supplied with grills or openings, add the volume
of these rooms to the total volume of the space.
2. Multiply the space volume by 20 to determine
the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support.
WARNING:Iftheareainwhich
the heater may be operated is
smaller than that defined as
an unconfined space or if the
building is of unusually tight
construction, provide adequate
combustion and ventilation air
byoneofthemethodsdescribed
in the National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSIZ223.1/NFPA54Section5.3
or applicable local codes.
__________ (volume of space) x 20 = (Maxi-
mum Btu/Hr the space can support)
Example: 3168 cu. ft. (volume of space) x 20 =
63,360 (maximum Btu/Hr the space can support)
3. Add the Btu/Hr of all fuel burning appliances in
the space.
Vent-free fireplace
Gas water heater*
Gas furnace
___________ Btu/Hr
___________ Btu/Hr
___________ Btu/Hr
___________ Btu/Hr
___________ Btu/Hr
Vented gas heater
Gas fireplace logs
Other gas appliances* +__________ Btu/Hr
Total =__________ Btu/Hr
* Do not include direct-vent gas appliances. Di-
rect-vent draws combustion air from the outdoors
and vents to the outdoors.
Example:
40,000
__________ Btu/Hr
Gas water heater
Vent-free fireplace
Total
39,000
+ ________ Btu/Hr
79,000
= ________ Btu/Hr
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AIR FOR COMBUSTION
Ventilated
Attic
Outlet
Air
AND VENTILATION
Continued
Outlet
Air
To Attic
VENTILATION AIR
Ventilation Air From Inside Building
This fresh air would come from an adjoining un-
confined space. When ventilating to an adjoining
unconfined space, you must provide two perma-
nent openings: one within 12" of the ceiling and
one within 12" of the floor on the wall connecting
the two spaces (see options 1 and 2, Figure 4). You
can also remove door into adjoining room (see
option 3, Figure 3). Follow the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Section 5.3, Air for
Combustion and Ventilation for required size of
ventilation grills or ducts.
To
Crawl
Space
Inlet
Air
Ventilated
Crawl Space
Inlet Air
Figure 5 - Ventilation Air from Outdoors
INSTALLATION
NOTICE:Thisheaterisintended
for use as supplemental heat.
Use this heater along with your
primary heating system. Do not
install this heater as your pri-
mary heat source. If you have a
centralheatingsystem,youmay
run system’s circulating blower
whileusingheater.Thiswillhelp
circulatetheheatthroughoutthe
house. In the event of a power
outage, you can use this heater
as your primary heat source.
12"
Ventilation
Grills
Into
Adjoining
Room,
Option 1
Ventilation Grills
Into Adjoining Room,
Option 2
Or
Remove
Door into
Adjoining
Room,
Option
3
12"
Figure 4 - Ventilation Air from Inside
Building
WARNING:Aqualifiedservice
person must install fireplace.
Follow all local codes.
Ventilation Air From Outdoors
Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or
ducts. You must provide two permanent openings:
one within 12" of the ceiling and one within 12"
of the floor. Connect these items directly to the
outdoors or spaces open to the outdoors. These
spaces include attics and crawl spaces. Follow the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54,
Section 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation for
required size of ventilation grills or ducts.
WARNING: Never install the
fireplace
• in a bedroom or bathroom
• in a recreational vehicle
• where curtains, furniture,
clothing or other flammable
objectsarelessthan42inches
from the front, top or sides of
the heater
IMPORTANT: Do not provide openings for inlet
or outlet air into attic if attic has a thermostat-
controlled power vent. Heated air entering the attic
will activate the power vent.
• in high traffic areas
• in windy or drafty areas
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INSTALLATION CLEARANCES
INSTALLATION
Continued
WARNING: Maintain the
minimum clearances. If you
can, provide greater clearances
from floor, ceiling and adjoining
wall.
CAUTION:Thisfireplacecre-
ates warm air currents. These
currents move heat to wall sur-
facesnexttofireplace.Installing
fireplace next to vinyl or cloth
wall coverings or operating
heater where impurities (such
as, but not limited, to tobacco
smoke,aromaticcandles,clean-
ingfluids,oilorkerosenelamps,
etc.)intheairexist,maydiscolor
walls or cause odors.
Carefully follow the instructions below. This will
ensure safe installation.
Minimum Wall and Ceiling Clearances (see
Figure 6)
A. Clearances from the side of the fireplace
cabinet to any combustible material and wall
should follow diagram in Figure 6.
Example: The face of a mantel, bookshelf,
etc. is made of combustible material and
1
2
protrudes 3 / " from the wall. This combus-
Note:Your fireplace is designed to be used in zero
clearance installations. Wall or framing material
can be placed directly against any exterior surface
tible material must be 4" from the side of the
fireplace cabinet (see Figure 6).
on the rear, sides or top of your fireplace, except B. Clearances from the top of the firebox open-
where standoff spacers are integrally attached. If
standoff spacers are attached to your fireplace,
these spacers can be placed directly against wall
or framing materials.
ing to the ceiling should not be less than 42
inches.
C. When the firebox is installed on carpeting or
other combustible material, other than wood
flooring, the firebox should be installed on a
metal or wood panel extending the full width
and depth of the enclosure.
Use the dimensions shown for rough openings to
create the easiest installation. See Built-In Fire-
place Installation, page 11.
IMPORTANT: Vent-free heaters add moisture to D. Clearances from the bottom of firebox to the
the air. Although this is beneficial, installing fire-
place in rooms without enough ventilation air may
cause mildew to form from too much moisture. See
Air for Combustion and Ventilation, page 7.
floor is 0 inches.
These fireboxes can be installed as freestanding
units against a wall with the approved, optional
cabinet mantels (see Accessories, page 31) or as a
IMPORTANT: Make sure the fireplace is level. built-in unit. The clearances are the same for either
If fireplace is not level, log set will not work installation method.
properly.
CAUTION: Do not install the
firebox directly on carpet or
CHECK GAS TYPE
Use the correct gas type (natural or propane/LP)
vinyl.
for your fireplace. If your gas supply is not cor-
rect, do not install fireplace. Call dealer where you
bought fireplace for proper type fireplace.
Example
WARNING: This appliance
is equipped for (natural or pro-
pane/LP) gas. Field conversion
is not permitted.
*
*Minimum 16 inches from Side Wall
Figure 6 - Minimum Clearance for
Combustible to Wall
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INSTALLATION
NOTICE: If your installation does
notmeettheminimumclearances
shown, you must do one of the
following:
• raise the mantel to an accept-
able height
Continued
Mantel Clearances for Built-In
Installation
If placing custom mantel above built-in firebox,
you must meet the minimum allowable clearance
between mantel shelf and top of firebox opening
showninFigure7.Thesearetheminimumallowable
mantel clearances for a safe installation. Use larger
clearances wherever possible to minimize the heat-
ing of objects and materials placed on the mantel.
• remove the mantel
BUILT-IN FIREBOX INSTALLATION
Built-in installation of this firebox involves install-
ing firebox into a framed-in enclosure. This makes
the front of firebox flush with wall. Optional brass
trim accessories are available (see Accessories,
page 31). The brass trim will extend past sides of
firebox approximately 1/2 inch. This will cover
the rough edges of the wall opening. If installing
a mantel above the firebox, you must follow the
clearances shown in Figure 6, page 10. Follow
the instructions below to install the firebox in
this manner.
CAUTION: Do not allow the
vent-freegaslogheatertotouch
or extend beyond the fireplace
screen.
NOTICE: Surface temperatures
ofadjacentwallsandmantelsbe-
comehotduringoperation.Walls
and mantels above the firebox
may become hot to the touch.
If installed properly, these tem-
peratures meet the requirement
ofthenationalproductstandard.
Follow all minimum clearances
shown in this manual.
Wall board or facing
material (above
firebox) may be of
combustible material,
including decorative
mantel ornaments or
other similar projec-
tions off of the facing
material.
Mantel Shelf
Note: Any portion of the
mantel shelf must NOT
extend beyond this profile.
12"
63
11
/
4
"
"
/2
Framing
Material
Noncombustible
Material May
12" 16" 20"
Project Off this
Surface above
the Firebox Hood
Firebox
Note: All vertical
measurements are
from top of fireplace
hood opening to
bottom of mantel shelf.
These minimum
Wire-mesh
Screen
Supplied Firebox
Hood Must Be
Used at All Times
clearances replace any
other recommended
clearances supplied with
your ANSI Z21.11.2
approved gas logs.
Figure 7 - Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation
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INSTALLATION
WARNING:Useonlynoncom-
bustible mortar or adhesives
when overlapping the front fac-
ing with noncombustible facing
material.
Continued
1. Frame in rough opening. The firebox framing
shouldbeconstructedof2x4lumberorheavier.
Use dimensions in Table 1 and rough opening
layoutinFigure8.Adjustframingsothatfirebox
flushes with finished wall surface. If installing
in a corner, use dimensions in Figures 8 and 9
for rough opening.
Rough Opening Dimensions for
Built-in Installation
2. Installgaspipingtofireboxlocation.SeeInstalling
Gas Piping to Fireplace Location on page 13 and
Connecting Fireplace to Gas Supply, page 15.
Front Width
(Inside to
Inside)
Depth
Height (Minimum)
Model
IMPORTANT: If installing blower accessory
(circulating models with louvers only), see Hard-
Wiring Firebox, page 18.
36"
41 1/2"
40 1/2"
20 3/4"
3. Carefully set firebox in front of rough open-
ing with back of firebox inside wall opening.
IMPORTANT: If installing a perimeter trim
kit, see instructions included with trim acces-
sory. You must install shoulder screws from
trim kit now.
Depth
(Minimum)
Height
4. Carefully insert firebox into rough opening.
Width
(Inside to Inside)
5. Attach firebox to wall studs using nails or
wood screws through holes in nailing flange
(see Figure 10).
Figure 8 - Rough Opening for Installing
in Wall
6. If using an optional perimeter trim kit, install
the trim after final finishing and/or painting
of wall. See instructions included with trim
accessory for attaching trim.
37"
7. Install and properly test gas log heater. Fol-
low installation instructions included with
the vent-free gas log heater that is being
installed.
411/2
"
74"
TOP VIEW
IMPORTANT: When finishing your firebox,
combustible materials such as wall board, gypsum
board, sheet rock, drywall, plywood, etc. may be
butted up next to the sides and top of the firebox.
Combustible materials should never overlap the
firebox front facing.
Figure 9 - Rough Opening for Installing
in Corner Wall
Nails or
Wood
Screws
WARNING: Do not allow any
combustiblematerialstooverlap
the firebox front facing.
IMPORTANT: Noncombustible materials such as
brick, tile, etc. may overlap the front facing, but
should never cover any necessary openings like
louvered slots.
WARNING: Do not allow non-
combustible materials to cover
any necessary openings like
louvered slots.
Nailing
Flange
Figure 10 - Attaching Firebox to Wall
Studs
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INSTALLATION
Mantel
Continued
INSTALLING FIREBOX USING
OPTIONAL ACCESSORY MANTELS
WARNING:Aqualifiedservice
person must install firebox. Fol-
low all local codes.
Hearth
Baase
This firebox may be installed using the corner or
cabinet mantel with hearth base accessories against
a wall in your home.Atrim kit is included with the
mantel accessories (see Accessories, page 31).
Figure 12 - Center Mantel on Hearth Base
1. Assemble cabinet mantel, hearth base, and
trim accessories. Assembly instructions are
included with each accessory.
2. Install gas piping to firebox location. See
Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Location.
You may have to cut a hole in the floor or wall
to run gas line to firebox. Make sure to locate
access hole so it is covered by mantel/base when
installed.
3. Place hearth base against wall at installation
location. Cut an access hole in hearth top to run
flexible gas line to firebox (see Figure 11). Make
sure to locate access hole so cabinet mantel will
cover it when installed. Note: You can secure
base to floor using wood screws. Countersink
screw heads and putty over.
Figure 13 - Inserting Firebox Into
Cabinet Mantel (Model May Vary From
Illustration)
4. Route flexible gas line through access hole in
hearth base.
INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO
FIREPLACE LOCATION
5. Center cabinet mantel on hearth base (see Figure
12). Make sure mantel is flush against wall.
WARNING: This appliance
requires a 1/2" NPT (National
PipeThread)inletconnectionto
the pressure regulator.
6. Install trim kit furnished with mantel. See
instruction sheet included with mantel.
7. Carefully insert firebox into cabinet mantel. Be
careful not to scratch firebox, mantel, base, etc.
when installing (see Figure 13).
Rigid Pipe and
Gas Shutoff
Valve
Gas Line
Access
Hole
WARNING:Aqualifiedservice
person must connect fireplace
to gas supply. Follow all local
codes.
Hearth
Base
CAUTION:Neverconnectpro-
pane/LP fireplace directly to the
propane/LPsupply.Thisfireplace
requires an external regulator
(notsupplied).Installtheexternal
regulator between the fireplace
and propane/LP supply.
Figure 11 - Placing Hearth Base
Accessory Against Wall
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INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Use only new,
black iron or steel pipe. Inter-
nally-tinned copper tubing may
be used in certain areas. Check
your local codes. Use pipe of
1/2" diameter or greater to allow
proper gas volume to fireplace.
If pipe is too small, undue loss
of volume will occur.
Continued
WARNING: Never connect
natural gas fireplace to private
(non-utility) gas wells. This
gas is commonly known as
wellhead gas.
Installation Items Needed
Before installing fireplace, make sure you have
the items listed below.
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 15).
•
external regulator for propane/LP unit only
(supplied by installer)
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
piping (check local codes)
sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)
equipment shutoff valve *
test gauge connection *
sediment trap (optional)
tee joint
IMPORTANT: Install equipment shutoff valve
in an accessible location. The equipment shutoff
valve is for turning on or shutting off the gas to
the appliance.
Check your building codes for any special re-
quirements for locating equipment shutoff valve
to fireplaces.
pipe wrench
approved flexible gas line with gas connector
(if allowed by local codes) (not provided)
Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male NPT
threads. This will prevent excess sealant from
going into pipe. Excess sealant in pipe could result
in clogged fireplace valves. Never use sealant on
flare threads.
*ACSAdesign-certified equipment shutoff valve
with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to
test gauge connection. Purchase the optional CSA
design-certified equipment shutoff valve from your
dealer. See Accessories, page 31.
CSA Design-Certified
Equipment Shutoff Valve
With 1/8" NPT Tap*
For propane/LP units, the installer must supply
an external regulator. The external regulator will
reduce incoming gas pressure. You must reduce
incoming gas pressure to between 11 and 14 inches
of water. If you do not reduce incoming gas pres-
sure, heater regulator damage could occur. Install
external regulator with the vent pointing down
as shown in Figure 14. Pointing the vent down
protects it from freezing rain or sleet.
Natural Gas
From Gas Meter
(5" W.C.** to 10.5"
W.C. Pressure)
Propane/LP
From External
Regulator
(11" W.C.** to 14"
W.C. Pressure)
Propane/LP
Supply Tank
External
3" Minimum
Regulator
Cap Pipe Tee
Nipple Joint
Sediment Trap
Vent
Pointing
Down
Figure 15 - Gas Connection
* Purchase the optional CSA design-certified
equipment shutoff valve from your dealer. See
Accessories, page 31.
** Minimum inlet pressure for purpose of input
adjustment.
Figure 14 - External Regulator With Vent
Pointing Down
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sory, install it now. Follow instructions in G8007
accessory kit.
INSTALLATION
Continued
WARNING: Use pipe joint
sealant that is resistant to liquid
petroleum (LP) gas.
CAUTION: Do not pick up
log base assembly by burner.
Thiscoulddamageburner. Only
handle base by grates.
We recommend that you install a sediment trap in
supply line as shown in Figure 15, page 14. Locate
sediment trap where it is within reach for clean-
ing. Install in piping system between fuel supply
and fireplace. Locate sediment trap where trapped
matter is not likely to freeze.Asediment trap traps
moisture and contaminants. This keeps them from
going into fireplace gas controls. If sediment trap
is not installed or is installed wrong, fireplace may
not run properly.
3. Route gas line (provided by installer) from
equipment shutoff valve to fireplace. Route
flexible gas supply line through one of the
access holes.
NOTICE: Most building codes
do not permit concealed gas
connections. A flexible gas line
isprovidedtoallowaccessibility
fromthefireplace(seeFigure17).
The flexible gas supply line con-
nectiontotheequipmentshutoff
valve should be accessible.
CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS
SUPPLY
Installation Items Needed
5/16" hex socket wrench or nut-driver
•
•
•
Phillips screwdriver
4. Attach the flexible gas line to gas supply (see
Figure 17). Check tightness of flexible gas
line attached to gas regulator of fireplace (see
Figure 17).
sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not pro-
vided)
1. Remove fireplace screen. Remove one screw
that holds fireplace screen in place for ship-
ping. This screw is located near top left side
of screen. Discard screw. Lift fireplace screen
up and pull out to remove.
5. Check all gas connections for leaks. See
Checking Gas Connections, page 16.
6. Replace log base assembly back into fireplace.
Feed flexible gas line into fireplace base area
while replacing log base assembly. Make sure
the entire flexible gas line is in fireplace base
area. Reattach log base assembly to fireplace
with screws removed in step 2.
2. Remove screws that attach log base assembly
to fireplace (see Figure 16). Carefully lift up
log base assembly and remove from fireplace
(see Figure 16).
Equipment
To Fireplace
Shutoff Valve
Provided by
Gas Regulator
Installer
Propane/LP
To External
Regulator
Flexible Gas Line
from Fireplace
Gas Regulator
Natural Gas
To Gas Meter
Figure 17 - Attaching Flexible Gas Lines
Together
Figure 16 - Removing Log Base
Assembly From Fireplace
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2. Pressurize supply piping system by either
opening propane/LP supply tank valve for
propane/LP gas or opening main gas valve
located on or near gas meter for natural gas
or using compressed air.
INSTALLATION
Continued
CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS
WARNING: Test all gas pip-
ing and connections, internal
and external to unit, for leaks
afterinstallingorservicing.Cor-
rect all leaks at once.
3. Check all joints from gas meter to equipment
shutoff valve for natural gas or propane/LP
supply to equipment shutoff valve for propane/
LP (see Figures 19 and 20). Apply noncorro-
sive leak detection fluid to all joints. Bubbles
forming show a leak.
4. Correct all leaks at once.
WARNING: Never use an
open flame to check for a leak.
Apply a noncorrosive leak
detection fluid to all joints.
Bubbles forming show a leak.
Correct all leaks at once.
Open
Equipment
Shutoff Valve
Closed
Figure 18 - Equipment Shutoff Valve
CAUTION: Make sure exter-
nal regulator has been installed
betweenpropane/LPsupplyand
fireplace. See guidelines under
Connecting Fireplace to Gas
Supply, page 15.
Equipment
Shutoff
Valve
Gas Meter
PRESSURE TESTING GAS SUPPLY
PIPING SYSTEM
Gas Control Valve
Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG
(3.5 kPa)
Figure 19 - Checking Gas Joints for
Natural Gas
1. Disconnect fireplace with its main gas valve
(control valve) and equipment shutoff valve
from gas supply piping system. Pressures
in excess of 1/2 psig will damage fireplace
regulator.
Equipment Shutoff Valve
Propane/LP
Supply Tank
2. Cap off open end of gas pipe where equipment
shutoff valve was connected.
3. Pressurize supply piping system by either
opening propane/LP supply tank valve for
propane/LP gas or opening main gas valve
located on or near gas meter for natural gas
or using compressed air.
Gas Control Valve
4. Check all joints of gas supply piping system.
Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all
joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.
Figure 20 - Checking Gas Joints for
Propane/LP Gas
PRESSURE TESTING FIREPLACE GAS
CONNECTIONS
1. Open equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 18).
5. Correct all leaks at once.
6. Reconnect fireplace and equipment shutoff
valve to gas supply. Check reconnected fittings
for leaks.
2. Open main gas valve located on or near gas
meter for natural gas or open propane/LP
supply tank valve.
Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than
1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa)
1. Close equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 18).
3. Make sure control knob of fireplace is in the
OFF position.
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WARNING:Youmustoperate
this fireplace with the fireplace
screen in place. Make sure fire-
place screen is in place before
running fireplace.
Continued
4. Check all joints from equipment shutoff valve
to gas control valve (see Figures 19 or 20, page
16). Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid
to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak.
5. Correct all leaks at once.
6. Light fireplace (see Operating Fireplace, page
Front Log
Metal
19. Check all other internal joints for leaks.
Grate
Bars
7. Turn off fireplace (see To Turn Off Gas to
Appliance, pages 20 or 22, depending on your
model).
Notch
INSTALLING LOGS
(MODELS VSGF36NTA, VSGF36PTA,
VSGF36NRA AND VSGF36PRA)
Grate
Prongs
WARNING: Failure to posi-
tion the parts in accordance
with these diagrams or failure
to use only parts specifically
approved with this heater may
result in property damage or
personal injury.
Figure 21 - Installing Front Log
Middle Log
Groove
Groove
CAUTION: Do not remove
the data plates attached to the
heater base assembly. The data
plates contain important safety
and warranty information.
Metal Post
Grate
It is very important to install these logs exactly
as instructed. Do not modify logs. Only use logs
supplied with heater.
Figure 22 - Installing Middle Log
1. Place front log on top of the grate. Make sure
the notches in the bottom of the log fit over
the grate prongs (see Figure 21). Push back
of logs flush with metal grate bars.
Rear Log
Groove
in Back
of Log
Groove in
Back of Log
2. Rest middle log behind metal posts on grate as-
sembly. Make sure the grooves in the bottom of
the log fit over the grate. Bring the log forward
next to the metal posts (see Figure 22).
Grate
Prong
3. Slide the grooves in the back of the rear log
against the rear grate prongs. Make sure the log
fits securely over the prongs (see Figure 23).
Make sure log is completely vertical and not
leaning in toward burner where the flame will
touch the log.
Grate
Prong
Figure 23 - Installing Rear Log
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AND SCREEN
INSTALLATION
Continued
1. Loosen screws inside top edge of firebox.
Slide notches in hood over screws and tighten
screws (see Figure 25).
HARD-WIRING FIREBOX
NOTICE: A qualified electrician
mustconnectelectricalwiringto
duplex outlet for built-in instal-
lation. Follow all local codes.
In absence of local codes fol-
low The National Electric Code
ANSI/NFPA 70.
2. Install fireplace screen by slipping notches
of fireplace screen over screws on front of
fireplace (see Figure 26).
Screw
The “Handy Box” with duplex outlet is provided in
the firebox located in the lower right base area.
1. Remove screw holding duplex outlet cover to
handy box. Remove duplex outlet.
2. Route electrical cable through strain relief and
handy box (see Figure 24). Tighten screws on
strain relief.
Hood
3. Connect electrical cable to duplex outlet.
Match wire colors to those on duplex outlet.
Be sure to connect the ground wire.
Figure 25 - Hood Placement
(Model May Vary From Illustration)
4. Place duplex outlet back into handy box and
secure with screws. Replace outlet cover.
Duplex Box/
Handy Box
Screw
Screws
Screen
Strain Relief
Figure 26 - Screen Placement
(Model May Vary From Illustration)
Figure 24 - Hard-Wiring Firebox
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INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING FIREPLACE
THERMOSTAT MODELS
WARNING:Youmustoperate
this fireplace with the fireplace
screen in place. Make sure fire-
place screen is installed before
running fireplace.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
READ BEFORE LIGHTING
WARNING: If you do not fol-
low these instructions exactly,
a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, per-
sonal injury or loss of life.
NOTICE:Duringinitialoperation
of new fireplace, burning logs
will give off a paper-burning
smell. Orange flame will also be
present. Open window to vent
smell. Operate fireplace on HI
position to burn off odor. This
will only last a few hours.
A. This appliance has a pilot which must be
lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot,
follow these instructions exactly.
B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the
appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next
to the floor because some gas is heavier than
air and will settle on the floor.
1. STOP! Read the safety information, column 1.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
2. Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully
open.
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electric switch; do not
use any phone in your building.
3. Turn control knob clockwise
OFF position (see Figure 27).
to the
• Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighborʼs phone. Follow the gas
supplierʼs instructions.
4. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas.
Then smell for gas, including near the floor.
If you smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the
safety information, column 1. If you donʼt
smell gas, go to the next step.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department.
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, donʼt
try to repair it, call a qualified service tech-
nician or gas supplier. Force or attempted
repair may result in a fire or explosion.
5. Turn control knob counterclockwise
to the PILOT position. Press in control
knob for five (5) seconds (see Figure 27).
Note: If running fireplace for first time,
there will be air in gas line. You may need
to press in control knob for 30 seconds or
longer. This will allow air to bleed from the
gas system.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part has
been under water. Immediately call a
qualified service technician to inspect the
appliance and to replace any part of the
control system and any gas control which
has been under water.
6. Continue pressing control knob in. Press
and release ignitor button. This will light
pilot. The pilot is attached to the front
burner. If needed, keep pressing ignitor
button until pilot lights.
Ignitor Button
Control Knob
Figure 27 - Control Knob and Ignitor
Button Location
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OPERATION
OPERATING FIREPLACE
Continued
You can set the thermostat control knob to any
comfort level between HI and LO. The thermo-
stat will gradually modulate the heat output
and flame height from higher to lower settings
or pilot, in order to maintain the comfort level
you select. The ideal comfort setting will vary
by household depending upon the amount of
space to be heated, the output of the central
heating system, etc.
Note: If pilot does not stay lit, contact a
qualified service person or gas supplier for
repairs. Until repairs are made, light pilot
with match. To light pilot with match, see
Manual Lighting Procedure.
7. Keep control knob pressed in for30 seconds
after lighting pilot.After 30 seconds, release
control knob.
Note: If pilot goes out, repeat steps 3
through 7. This fireplace has a safety inter-
lock system. Wait one (1) minute for system
to reset before lighting pilot again.
Note: Selecting the HI setting will cause the
burner to remain on without modulating down
in most cases.
MANUAL LIGHTING
PROCEDURE
1. Follow steps 1 through 5 under Lighting
Instructions, page 19.
• If control knob does not pop out when
released, contact a qualified service person
or gas supplier for repairs.
8. Turn control knob counterclockwise
to desired heating level. The burners should
light. Set control knob to any heat level
between HI and LO.
2. Depress control knob and light pilot with
match.
3. Keep control knob pressed in for30 seconds
after lighting pilot.After 30 seconds, release
control knob. Now follow step 8 under
Lighting Instructions, column 1.
CAUTION: Do not try to ad-
just heating levels by using the
equipment shutoff valve.
REMOTE CONTROL MODELS
Pilot Burner
Ignitor Electrode
FOR YOUR SAFETY
READ BEFORE LIGHTING
WARNING: If you do not fol-
low these instructions exactly,
a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, per-
sonal injury or loss of life.
Figure 28 - Pilot
TO TURN OFF GAS
TO APPLIANCE
A. This appliance has a pilot which must be
lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot,
follow these instructions exactly.
Shutting Off Fireplace
Turn control knob clockwise
position.
to the OFF
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.
Shutting Off Burners Only (pilot stays lit)
Turn control knob clockwise
PILOT position.
to the
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electric switch; do not
use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighborʼs phone. Follow the gas
supplierʼs instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department.
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6. Press in and turn control knob counter-
clockwise to the PILOT position.
OPERATING FIREPLACE
Continued
Press in control knob for five (5) seconds
(see Figure 29).
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, donʼt
try to repair it, call a qualified service tech-
nician or gas supplier. Force or attempted
repair may result in a fire or explosion.
Note: You may be running this heater for
the first time after hooking up to gas sup-
ply. If so, the control knob may need to be
pressed in for 30 seconds or more. This will
allow air to bleed from the gas system.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part has
been under water. Immediately call a
qualified service technician to inspect the
appliance and to replace any part of the
control system and any gas control which
has been under water.
CAUTION: Do not try to ad-
just heating levels by using the
equipment shutoff valve.
7. With control knob pressed in, press and
release ignitor button. This will light pilot.
The pilot is attached to the front burner. If
needed, keep pressing ignitor button until
pilot lights.
LIGHTING
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:Youmustoperate
this fireplace with the fireplace
screen in place. Make sure fire-
place screen is installed before
running fireplace.
Note: If pilot does not stay lit, contact a
qualified service person or gas supplier for
repairs. Until repairs are made, light pilot
with match. To light pilot with match, see
Manual Lighting Procedure, page 22.
8. Keep control knob pressed in for30 seconds
after lighting pilot.After 30 seconds, release
control knob.
NOTICE:Duringinitialoperation
of new fireplace, burning logs
will give off a paper-burning
smell. Open damper or window
to vent smell. This will only last
a few hours.
• If control knob does not pop out when
released, contact a qualified service person
or gas supplier for repairs.
Note: If pilot goes out, repeat steps 4
through 8.
9. Slightly push in and turn control knob coun-
1. STOP! Read the safety information, start-
ing on page 20, column 2.
terclockwise
to the ON position.
10. Wait one minute and switch selector switch
to the ON position to light burners.
2. Make sure equipment shutoff valve is fully
open.
11. Set flame adjustment knob to any level
between HI and LO.
3. Set selector switch in OFF position.
WARNING:Burnerswillcome
on automatically within one
minutewhentheselectorswitch
is in the ON position after the
pilot is lit.
Ignitor Button
Flame Adjustment
Knob
O
L
O
T
I
P
F
F
N
O
4. Press in and turn control knob clockwise
to the OFF position.
H I
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 information, page 20. If you donʼt
smell gas, go to the next step.
Control Knob
Selector Switch
Figure 29 - Control Knob and Ignitor
Button Location (Shown as Supplied, No
Control Options)
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OPERATION
OPERATING FIREPLACE
Continued
WARNING: This fireplace has
athree-prong,groundedelectrical
plug. This plug helps protect you
againstelectricalshock.Onlycon-
nectplugtoaproperlygrounded,
three-prongreceptacle.Donotcut
or remove the grounding prong
from this plug.
WARNING: Make sure the se-
lectorswitchisintheOFFposition
whenyouareawayfromhomefor
long periods of time. Heater will
comeonautomaticallywithselec-
tor switch in the ON position.
Pilot
Burner
Ignitor
Electrode
Ignitor
Electrode
Pilot
Burner
Locate the blower switch by opening lower
louver on fireplace. Blower switch is located at
lower left inside louver door.
Note: It is safe to operate fireplace with blower
turned off. However, the blowerhelps distribute
heated air from the fireplace.
Figure 30 - Pilot
(Natural)
Figure 31 - Pilot
(Propane/LP)
Note: Periodically check the louvers of the
firebox and remove any dust, dirt or other
obstructions.
TO TURN OFF GAS
TO APPLIANCE
Shutting Off Heater
OPTIONAL HAND-HELD
REMOTE OPERATION
Note: All remote control accessories must be
purchased separately (see Accessories, pages
31). Follow instructions included with the re-
mote control.
1. Turn control knob clockwise
to the
OFF position.
2a. Set selector switch in the OFF position.
2b. If Using Optional Hand-Held Remote: Set
selector switch in the OFF position to keep
from draining battery.
NOTICE: You must light the pilot
before using the hand-held re-
mote control unit. See Lighting
Instructions on page 21.
Shutting Off Burners Only (pilot stays lit)
You may shut off the burners and keep the pilot
lit by doing one of the following:
•
Turn control knob clockwise
PILOT position.
to the
After lighting, let pilot flame burn for about
one minute. Turn control knob to ON posi-
tion. Adjust flame adjustment knob anywhere
between HI and LO. Slide the selector switch to
the REMOTE position (see Figure 32, page 23).
Note:The burner may light if hand-held remote
was on when selector switch was last turned off.
You can now turn the burner on and off with
the hand-held remote control unit.
•
•
Use remote control manual OFF button.
Set selector switch in the OFF position.
MANUAL LIGHTING
PROCEDURE
1. Follow steps 1 through 6 under Lighting
Instructions, page 21.
IMPORTANT: Do not leave the selector switch
in the REMOTE or ON position when the pilot
is not lit. This will drain the battery.
2. Depress control knob and light pilot with
match.
3. Keep control knob pressed in for30 seconds
after lighting pilot.After 30 seconds, release
control knob. Now follow steps 9 through
11 under Lighting Instructions, page 21.
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Digital Display Shows
Temperature and Settings
OPERATING FIREPLACE
Indicator
Light
Continued
Flame Adjustment Knob
Turns
Hand-Held
Locks
AUTO
System to
Prevent
Accidental
Ignition
ROOM
TEMP
SET
TEMP
Remote On
or Off and
Allows You
to Choose
the Manual
Setting
REMOTE
OFF
ON
F
F
T O
TEMP
L
LOCK
POWER
H
Turns
Burners
On or Off
MANU
AUTO
ºC/ºF
Selector Switch in Remote
Position (Optional Hand-
Held Remote Control)
Control Knob
in On Position
Figure 32 - Setting the Selector Switch,
Control Knob and Flame Adjustment
Knob for Hand-Held Remote Operation
Selects
AUTO Mode
Increases or Decreases
Room Temperature in
AUTO Mode
ON/OFF SERIES (MODEL HRC100)
°C/°F Mode
Button
Hold the control button on the hand-held remote
until burner turns on. Hold the control button
again until burner turns off (see Figure 33).
Figure 34 - Thermostat Hand-Held
Remote Control Unit (HRC200)
TO LOCK press both buttons on hand-held
remote control until light stops flashing. Hand-
held remote control is now locked. If the fire is
on it will be turned off automatically. In the
locked state, the light will not light up when
any button is pressed.
Auto (Thermostatic) Mode
1. Press the POWER and LOCK buttons
together to turn on the hand-held remote
control.
2. Press AUTO button to select this mode.
TO UNLOCK press both buttons together
on hand-held remote control until the light
stops flashing. The hand-held remote is now
unlocked.
3. Set the desired room temperature by press-
ing the TEMP + or - buttons.
4. Press the POWER and LOCK buttons
together to turn off the fireplace
Note: Do not leave the hand-held remote in the
AUTO mode close to the fireplace. The radiant
heat from the fireplace will turn off the fireplace.
Ideally, place the hand-held remote in the center
of the room facing towards the fireplace.
Control Button Turns
Burners On and Off
Note: Do not hold the hand-held remote for
a long time. Body temperature will affect its
operation in the AUTO mode.
Figure 33 - On/Off Hand-Held Remote
Control Unit (HRC100)
Safety Features
THERMOSTAT SERIES
(MODEL HRC200)
When away from home for an extended period
of time or as a child safety feature to prevent
accidental ignition of the fireplace, the receiver
ON/OFF/REMOTE switch should be in the
OFF position.
The hand-held remote can be operated using
either the manual mode (MANU) or thermo-
static mode (AUTO) (see Figure 34). To select
Fahrenheit/Centigrade mode display, carefully
press the ˚C/˚F mode button with the end of a
paper clip or similar blunt object.
Auto Shutoff Feature
1. If the average room temperature exceeds
82 degrees Fahrenheit (28 degrees Centi-
grade), the hand-held remote control will
perform a safety override and shut the
fireplace off. This feature is not available
in the MANU mode.
Manual Mode
1. PressthePOWERandLOCKbuttonstogeth-
er to turn on the hand-held remote control.
2. Press the MANU button to turn on the
fireplace.
3. Press the POWER and LOCK buttons
together to turn off the fireplace.
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MAIN BURNER
OPERATING FIREPLACE
Periodically inspect all burner flame holes with the
heaterrunning. Allslottedburnerflameholesshould
be open with yellow flame present. All round burner
flame holes should be open with a small blue flame
present. Some burner flame holes may become
blocked by debris or rust, with no flame present. If
so, turn off heater and let cool. Remove blockage.
Blocked burner flame holes may create soot.
Continued
2. The receiver continuously receives signals
from the hand-held remote to control the
room temperature. If the hand-held remote
is misplaced, obstructed or for any reason
cannot transmit to the receiver, the receiver
will shut off the fireplace after 8 minutes.
Key Pad Lock Feature
FRONT BURNER FLAME PATTERN
This feature allows the user to lock/unlock
the keypad on the hand-held remote in the
MANU or AUTO mode to prevent inadvertent
operation (i.e. children operating the hand-held
remote control, etc.). The keypad is locked in
either on or off. Press the POWER and LOCK
buttons together to turn the unit on or off.
Figure 37 shows correct front burner flame pat-
tern. Figure 38 shows incorrect front burner flame
pattern. The incorrect burner flame pattern shows
yellow tipping at top of blue flame.
If front burner flame pattern is incorrect, as
shown in Figure 38
•
turn fireplace off (see To Turn Off Gas to Ap-
pliance, page 20 or 22, depending on your
model.)
INSPECTING BURNERS
Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame pat-
terns often.
•
see Troubleshooting, page 27
PILOT FLAME PATTERN
Figure 35 shows a correct pilot flame pattern.
Figure 36 shows an incorrect pilot flame pattern.
The incorrect pilot flame is not touching the ther-
mocouple. This will cause the thermocouple to
cool. When the thermocouple cools, the fireplace
will shut down.
Figure 37 - Correct Burner Flame Pattern
If pilot flame pattern is incorrect, as shown in
Figure 36
Yellow Tipping At Top of Blue Flame
•
turn fireplace off (see To Turn Off Gas to Ap-
pliance, page 20 or 22, depending on your
model.)
•
see Troubleshooting, page 27
Note: The correct pilot flame on natural gas units
will have a slight curve, but flame should be blue
and have no yellow or orange color.
(Pilot May Vary From Ones Shown)
Figure 38 - Incorrect Burner Flame
Pattern
Pilot Burner
Pilot
Burner
Thermocouple
Figure 35 - Correct
Pilot Flame Pattern
Figure 36 - Incorrect
Pilot Flame Pattern
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4. Check the injector holder located at the end
of the burner tube again. Remove any large
particles of dust, dirt, lint or pet hair with a
soft cloth or vacuum cleaner nozzle.
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Turn off fireplace
and let cool before cleaning.
5. Blow air into the primary air holes on the
injector holder.
6. In case any large clumps of dust have now been
pushed into the burner repeat steps 3 and 4.
CAUTION: You must keep
control areas, burner and cir-
culating air passageways of
fireplace clean. Inspect these
areas of fireplace before each
use. Have fireplace inspected
yearly by a qualified service
person. Fireplace may need
more frequent cleaning due to
excessive lint from carpeting,
bedding material, pet hair, etc.
Clean the pilot assembly also. A yellow tip on the
pilot flame indicates dust and dirt in the pilot as-
sembly. There is a small pilot air inlet hole about
two inches from where the pilot flame comes out
of the pilot assembly (see Figure 40). With the unit
off, lightly blow air through the air inlet hole. You
may blow through a drinking straw if compressed
air is not available.
Injector
Holder
Ports/
Slots
WARNING: Failure to keep
the primary air opening(s) of
theburner(s)cleanmayresultin
sooting and property damage.
Burner
Tube
Primary Air
Inlet Holes
Figure 39 - Injector Holder On Outlet
Burner Tube
BURNER INJECTOR HOLDER AND
PILOT AIR INLET HOLE
Ports/Slots
The primary air inlet holes allow the proper amount
of air to mix with the gas. This provides a clean
burning flame. Keep these holes clear of dust, dirt,
lint and pet hair. Clean these air inlet holes prior to
each heating season. Blocked air holes will create
soot. We recommend that you clean the unit every
three months during operation and have heater
inspected yearly by a qualified service person.
Burner
Tube
Pilot
Assembly
We also recommend that you keep the burner
tube and pilot assembly clean and free of dust and
dirt. To clean these parts we recommend using
compressed air no greater than 30 PSI. Your local
computer store, hardware store or home center
may carry compressed air in a can. You can use a
vacuum cleaner in the blow position. If using com-
pressed air in a can, please follow the directions on
the can. If you donʼt follow directions on the can,
you could damage the pilot assembly.
Pilot Air
Inlet Hole
Figure 40 - Pilot Inlet Air Hole
1. Shut off the unit, including the pilot. Allow
the unit to cool for at least thirty minutes.
2. Inspect burner, pilot and primary air inlet
holes on injector holder for dust and dirt (see
Figure 39).
3. Blow air through the ports/slots and holes in
the burner.
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WIRING DIAGRAM
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Note:For proper operation of optional accessories, Note: Use only original replacement parts. This
the wires from the thermopile to the control must will protect your warranty coverage for parts
be connected exactly as shown.
replaced under warranty.
PARTS UNDER WARRANTY
Contact authorized dealers of this product. If
they canʼt supply original replacement part(s),
call DESAʼs Technical Service Department at
1-866-672-6040.
When calling DESA, have ready
•
•
•
•
•
•
your name
your address
model and serial numbers of your firebox
how firebox was malfunctioning
type of gas used (propane/LP or natural gas)
purchase date
Thermopile
SPECIFICATIONS
Models VSGF36NTA and VSGF36NRA
Usually, we will ask you to return the part to the
factory.
Btu (Variable)
Type Gas
33,000/21,500
Natural Gas
PARTS NOT UNDER WARRANTY
Contact authorized dealers of this product. If
they canʼt supply original replacement part(s),
call DESA at 1-866-672-6040 for referral infor-
mation.
Ignition
Piezo
Pressure Manifold
3.5" W.C.
Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water)
Maximum
Minimum*
10.5"
5"
When calling DESA, have ready
•
•
model number of your firebox
the replacement part number
Shipping Weight
120 lbs.
* For input adjustment
Note: The firebox identification label (including
model number, serial number, clearances, etc.) is
located on the right front edge of the firebox.
Models VSGF36PTA and VSGF36PRA
Btu (Variable)
33,000/21,500
Propane/LP
Piezo
Type Gas
TECHNICAL SERVICE
Ignition
You may have further questions about installation,
operation or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESAʼs
Technical Service Department at 1-866-672-6040.
When calling, please have your model and serial
numbers of your firebox ready.
Pressure Manifold
7.9" W.C.
Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water)
Maximum
Minimum*
13"
11"
Shipping Weight
120 lbs.
You can also visit DESAʼs technical services web
* For input adjustment
SERVICE HINTS
When Gas Pressure Is Too Low
•
•
•
•
pilot will not stay lit
burners will have delayed ignition
heater will not produce specified heat
propane/LPgas supply may be low for propane/
LP unit
You may feel your gas pressure is too low. If so,
contact your local gas supplier.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before servicing. Only a
qualified service person should service and repair heater.
CAUTION: Never use a wire, needle or similar object to clean
ODS/pilot. This can damage ODS/pilot unit.
Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation.
OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
REMEDY
When ignitor button is pressed, 1. Ignitor electrode not con- 1. Reconnect ignitor cable
there is no spark at ODS/pilot
nected to ignitor cable
2. Ignitor cable pinched or wet
2. Free ignitor cable if pinched
by any metal or tubing. Keep
ignitor cable dry
3. Piezo ignitor nut is loose
3. Tightennutholdingpiezoignitor
to base panel of log set. Nut is
located behind base panel
4. Broken ignitor cable
5. Bad piezo ignitor
6. Ignitor electrode broken
4. Replace ignitor cable
5. Replace piezo ignitor
6. Replace pilot assembly
7. Ignitor electrode positioned 7. Replace pilot assembly
wrong
When ignitor button is pressed, 1. Gas supply turned off or equip- 1. Turn on gas supply or open
there is spark at ODS/pilot but
no ignition
ment shutoff valve closed
2. Control knob not in PILOT 2. Turn control knob to PILOT
position position
3. Control knob not pressed in 3. Press in control knob while in
while in PILOT position PILOT position
4. Air in gas lines when in- 4. Continue holding down con-
equipment shutoff valve
stalled
trol knob. Repeat igniting op-
eration until air is removed
5. Depleted gas supply (propane/ 5. Contact local propane/LP gas
LP only)
6. ODS/pilot is clogged
company
6. Clean ODS/pilot (see Clean-
ing and Maintenance, page
25) or replace ODS/pilot as-
sembly
7. Gas regulator setting is not 7. Replace gas regulator
correct
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Continued
OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
REMEDY
ODS/pilot lights but flame 1. Control knob not fully pressed in 1. Press in control knob fully
goes out when control knob is 2. Control knob not pressed in 2. After ODS/pilot lights, keep
released
long enough
control knob pressed in 30
seconds
3. Equipment shutoff valve not 3. Fully open equipment shutoff
fully open valve
4. Pilot flame not touching ther- 4. A) Contact local natural or
mocouple, which allows ther-
mocouple to cool, causing
pilot flame to go out. This
problem could be caused by
one or both of the following:
A) Low gas pressure
propane/LP gas company
B) Clean ODS/pilot (see
Cleaning and Maintenance,
page 25) or replace ODS/pilot
assembly
B) Dirty or partially clogged
ODS/pilot
5. Thermocouple connection 5. Hand tighten until snug, then
loose at control valve
6. Thermocouple damaged
7. Control valve damaged
tighten 1/4 turn more
6. Replace pilot assembly
7. Replace control valve
8. Safety interlock system has 8. Wait one minute for safety in-
been triggered
terlock system to reset. Repeat
ignition operation.
Burner does not light after 1. Inlet gas pressure is too low
ODS/pilot is lit
2. Burner orifice(s) clogged
1. Contact local natural or pro-
pane/LP gas company
2. Clean burner(s) (see Cleaning
and Maintenance, page 25)
or replace burner orifice(s)
3. Thermopile leads disconnect- 3. Reconnect leads (see Wiring
ed or improperly connected Diagram, page 26)
4. Burner will not come on in 4. Replace battery in transmitter
remote position and receiver
5. Wire disconnected from gas con- 5. See Wiring Diagram, page 26
trol (Remote ready models only)
Delayed ignition of one or both 1. Manifold pressure is too low 1. Contact local natural or pro-
burners
pane/LP gas company
2. Burner orifice(s) clogged
3. Mislocated crossover tube
2. Clean burner(s) (see Cleaning
and Maintenance, page 25) or
replace burner orifice(s)
3. Contact qualified service person
Burner backfiring during com- 1. Burner orifice is clogged or 1. Clean burner (see Cleaning
bustion
damaged
and Maintenance, page 25)
or replace burner orifice(s)
2. Replace damaged burner
3. Replace gas regulator
2. Damaged burner
3. Gas regulator defective
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Continued
OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
REMEDY
Slight smoke or odor during 1. Not enough air
initial operation
1. Check burner for dirt and
debris. If found, clean burner
(see Cleaning and Mainte-
nance, page 25)
2. Gas regulator defective
2. Replace gas control
3. Residues from manufacturing 3. Problem will stop after a few
processes and logs curing hours of operation
Moisture/condensation noticed 1. Not enough combustion/ven- 1. Refer to Air for Combustion
on windows
tilation air
and Ventilation requirements
(page 7)
Heater produces a whistling 1. Turning control knob to HI 1. Turn control knob to LO
noise when burners are lit
position when burners are
cold
2. Air in gas line
position and let warm up for
a minute
2. Operate burners until air is
removed from line. Have gas
line checked by local natural
or propane/LP gas company
3. Air passageways on heater 3. Observe minimum installation
blocked clearances (see page 10)
4. Dirty or partially clogged 4. Clean burners (see Cleaning
burner orifice(s)
and Maintenance, page 25)
or replace burner orifice(s)
White powder residue forming 1. When heated, vapors from 1. Turn heater off when using
withinburnerboxoronadjacent
walls or furniture
furniture polish, wax, carpet
cleaners, etc. may turn into
white powder residue
furniture polish, wax, carpet
cleaners or similar products
Remote does not function 1. Battery is not installed. Bat- 1. Replace 9-volt batteries in
(GHRCB and GHRCTB only)
tery power is low
receiver and remote control
Yellow flame in front burner 1. Not enough air
during burner combustion
1. Check burner(s) for dirt
and debris. If found, clean
burner(s) (see Cleaning and
Maintenance, page 25)
2. Gas regulator defective
2. Replace gas regulator
Fireplace produces a clicking/ 1. Metal expanding while heating 1. Thisiscommonwithmostheat-
ticking noise just after burner
is lit or shut off
or contracting while cooling
ers. Ifnoiseisexcessive, contact
qualified service person
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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. Fol-
low 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 1. Heater burning vapors from 1. Open window to ventilate
odors
paint, hair spray, glues, cleaners,
chemicals, new carpet, etc. (See
IMPORTANT statement above)
room. Stop using odor caus-
ing products while heater is
running
2. Low fuel supply (propane/LP 2. Refill supply tank (propane/LP
only) only)
3. Gas leak. See Warning 3. Locate and correct all leaks
statement at top of page
(see Checking Gas Connec-
tions, page 16)
Fireplace shuts off in use (ODS 1. Not enough fresh air is avail- 1. Open window and/or door for
operates)
able
2. Low line pressure
ventilation
2. Contact local natural or pro-
pane/LP gas company
3. ODS/pilot is partially 3. Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning
clogged and Maintenance, page 25)
Gas odor even when control 1. Gas leak. See Warning 1. Locate and correct all leaks
knob is in OFF position
statement at top of page
(see Checking Gas Connec-
tions, page 16)
2. Control valve or gas control 2. Replace control valve or gas
defective control
Gas odor during combustion
1. Foreign matter between con- 1. Take apart gas tubing and
trol valve and burner remove foreign matter
2. Gas leak. See Warning 2. Locate and correct all leaks
statement at top of page
(see Checking Gas Connec-
tions, page 16)
Dark residue on logs inside 1. Improper log placement
of their fireplace. Note: After
1. Properly locate logs (see In-
stalling Logs, page 17)
removing all causes of residue 2. Drafts or other air currents 2. Eliminate source of drafts
deposits, completely clean fire- affecting flame pattern around heater
place and appliance off residue 3. Air holes at burner inlet 3. Clean out air holes at burner
before reusing appliance
blocked
inlet. Periodically repeat as
needed
4. Remove blockage
4. Burner flame holes blocked
Log set cyclesto pilot, but room 1. Thermostat sensing bulb needs 1. Reposition thermostat sensing
temperature drops to a lower
than ideal level before log set
comes back on
to be repositioned (Thermo-
stat-Controlled Models Only)
2. Hand-held remote control is
too close to heater (Remote-
Ready Models Only)
bulb
2. Move hand-held remote control
unit farther away from the heater
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ACCESSORIES
NOTICE: All accessories may
not be available for all fireplace
models.
RECEIVER AND HAND-HELD
THERMOSTAT REMOTE CONTROL
KIT - HRC200
For all Remote-Ready Models. Allows the gas
log heater to be operated in a manually or thermo-
statically controlled mode. You can turn the gas
log heater on and off without ever leaving the
comfort of your easy chair. Wall-mount docking
station included.
Purchase these firebox accessories from your local
dealer. If they can not supply these accessories,
call DESAʼs Sales Department at 1-866-672-6040
for information. You can also write to the address
listed on the back page of this manual.
EQUIPMENT SHUTOFF VALVE
GA5010
All Models. Equipment shutoff valve with 1/8"
RECEIVER AND HAND-HELD
REMOTE CONTROL KIT - HRC100
NPT tap.
CLEANING KIT - GCK/CCK
For all Remote-Ready Models. Allows the gas
log heater to be turned on and off by using a
hand-held remote control. Wall-mount docking
station included.
All Models. Your vent-free gas appliance requires
regular cleaning and maintenance to prevent per-
formance problems. This kit gives you the tools
and instructions to make it easy to clean all critical
areas of your appliance.
WALL-MOUNT THERMOSTAT
SWITCH - GWMT1 (Not Shown)
FIREBOX BRICK LINER - HFL401
(Not Shown)
All Models. Ceramic fiber firebox liner adds the
look of real brick.Aged red color panels with black
mortar and straight brick pattern.
Forall remote ready models. The desired comfort
setting can be selected on the wall thermostat and
the fireplace will automatically cycle from pilot to
the heat setting selected.
WALL-MOUNT ON/OFF SWITCH
GWMS2 (Not Shown)
For all remote ready models.Allows the gas fire-
MANTELS (Not Shown)
GMC55F - Cabinet Mantel & Base, Stained Oak
W36GLS - Cabinet Mantel & Base,
Lyptus/Dark Oak
place to be turned on and off with a wall switch.
CLEANING KIT - GCK (Not Shown)
C36GLS - Corner Mantel & Base,
Lyptus/Dark Oak
W36DLS - Cabinet Mantel & Base,
Lyptus/Cherry
For all models. Your vent-free gas appliance re-
quires regular 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.
W36IP - Cabinet Mantel with Click-n-Brick
Surround & Base, White
FIRE CRACKLE - CF6-A
Creates the sound of a real burning fire.
PERIMETER TRIM (Not Shown)
PT36 - Perimeter Trim - Black
PT36B - Perimeter Trim - Brushed Brass
PT36PB - Perimeter Trim - Polished Brass
PT36P - Perimeter Trim - Platinum
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ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN
MODELS VSGF36PTA, VSGF36NTA
3
1
G
P
L
4
9
29
10
2
8
7
10
6
28
5
12
27
11
13
14
16
26
15
25
20
14
16
17
18
22
21
23
19
24
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PARTS LIST
This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions
listed under Replacement Parts on page 26 of this manual.
KEY
NO.
PART NUMBER
VSGF36PTA VSGF36NTA
DESCRIPTION
QTY.
1
109824-02
109824-02
102239-02
107634-01
101004-11
101004-08
101008-01
101007-01
101006-02
104285-01
098249-01
102846-01
**
Rear Burner Assembly
Front Burner Assembly
NG Conversion Plate
Rear Burner Injector
Front Burner Injector
Crossover Burner Gasket
Crossover Ignition Burner
Pilot Bracket
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
1
1
1
2
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
102239-02
____
3
4
101004-15
101004-01
101008-01
101007-01
101006-02
104286-01
098249-01
102846-01
**
5
6
7
8
9
ODS Pilot
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
ODS Nut
Burner Tube
Base Assembly
Firebox Bottom
Magnet and Bracket Kit
Knob
**
**
115410-01
103650-01
106683-01
101382-01
101329-22
101381-01
099387-09
102845-01
098867-10
097809-03
101628-03
105649-01
103651-01
110881-04
110881-05
110881-06
115410-01
103650-01
106683-01
101382-01
101329-20
101381-01
099387-09
102845-01
098867-09
097809-03
101628-03
105649-01
103651-01
110881-04
110881-05
110881-06
Firebox Support Leg
Valve Bracket
Thermostat Gas Valve
Cover and Piezo Valve
Pilot Tube
Inlet Tube
Gas Regulator
Male Fitting
Flex Hose
Blower Speed Control
Lock Nut
Front Log
Middle Log
Rear Log
PARTS AVAILABLE — NOT SHOWN
100563-01
101054-01
100563-01
101054-01
Warning Plate
1
1
Lighting Instructions Plate
** Not a field replacement part
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ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN
MODELS VSGF36PRA, VSGF36NRA
3
1
G
P
L
4
9
32
10
2
8
7
10
6
31
5
12
30
11
13
14
16
29
15
27
28
14
16
24
26
25
19
23
20
17
22
18
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PARTS LIST
This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions
listed under Replacement Parts on page 26 of this manual.
KEY
NO.
PART NUMBER
VSGF36PRA VSGF36NRA DESCRIPTION
QTY.
1
109824-02
109824-02
102239-02
107634-01
101004-14
101004-08
101008-01
101007-01
103780-02
103779-01
098249-01
102846-02
**
Rear Burner Assembly
Front Burner Assembly
NG Conversion Plate
Rear Burner Injector
Front Burner Injector
Crossover Burner Gasket
Crossover Ignition Burner
Pilot Bracket
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
1
1
1
2
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
102239-02
____
3
4
101004-15
101004-01
101008-01
101007-01
103780-02
103778-01
098249-01
102846-02
**
5
6
7
8
9
ODS Pilot
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
ODS Nut
Burner Tube
Base Assembly
Firebox Bottom
Magnet and Bracket Kit
Knob
**
**
115410-01
103650-01
106683-01
104241-02
103781-02
103782-01
098265-02
115410-01
103650-01
106683-01
104241-02
103781-01
103782-01
098265-02
099387-12
099918-02
100609-01
102334-01
102445-01
097809-03
101628-03
105649-01
103651-01
110881-04
110881-05
110881-06
Firebox Support Leg
Valve Bracket
Gas Valve
Valve Bracket
Male Elbow
099387-09
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Pilot Tube
Pilot Regulator
Pilot Tube
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102334-01
102445-01
097809-03
101628-03
105649-01
103651-01
110881-04
110881-05
110881-06
Palnut Fastener
Piezo Ignitor
Male Fitting
Flex Hose
Blower Speed Control
Lock Nut
Front Log
Middle Log
Rear Log
PARTS AVAILABLE — NOT SHOWN
100563-01
103877-01
101480-12
100563-01
103877-01
101480-12
Warning Plate
1
1
1
Lighting Instructions Plate
Remote Jumper Wire
** Not a field replacement part
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MODELS VSGF36PTA, VSGF36NTA, VSGF36PRA AND VSGF36NRA
16
15
14
13
17
11
12
28
10
29
9
27
18
20
5
30
6
4
21
7
19
26
25
22
8
23
3
24
2
1
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PARTS LIST
This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions
listed under Replacement Parts on page 26 of this manual.
KEY PART
NO. NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
QTY.
1
113190-01CK Screen
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
1
2
1
4
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
116865-01CK Bottom Louver Assembly
3
**
Face Weldment
4
101355-03CK Hood
5
116864-01CK Louver Assembly
112862-02CK Firebox Bottom Bracket
6
7
21195
Right Firebox Support Leg
Left Firebox Support Leg
Firebox Surround
Firebox Top Shield
Firebox Top
8
21194
9
**
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
**
**
106687-01
**
Damper Can Collar
Insulation Pan
**
Fireplace Top Insulation
Fireplace Top
**
20280
Top Spacer
**
Fireplace Surround
Gas Conduit
107128-01
115408-01
21171
Receptacle Plate
Gas Knock-Out Cover
Strain Relief
103771-01
115402-01
103581-02
M11084-38
GA3555
115403-01
101378-01
116460-01
116460-02
116460-03
Steel Receptacle Box
Blower
Hex Screw, #8
Duplex Outlet
Steel Receptacle Cover
Thermostat Switch
Left Brick Refractory
Rear Brick Refractory
Right Brick Refractory
** Not a field replaceable part.
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
KEEP THIS WARRANTY
Model
Serial No.
Date Purchased
Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory.
We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable is our
standard written warranty. We make no other warranty, expressed or implied.
LIMITED WARRANTY
VENT-FREE GAS FIREPLACE SYSTEM
DESA Heating Products 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 Heating
ProductsAuthorized Service Center. Warranty part(s) MUST be obtained through authorized dealers of this product
and/or DESAHeating Products who will provide original factory replacement parts. Failure to use original factory
replacement parts voids this warranty. The heater MUST be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with
all local codes and instructions furnished with the unit.
This warranty does not apply to parts that are not in original condition because of normal wear and tear or parts
that fail or become damaged as a result of misuse, accidents, lack of proper maintenance or defects caused by
improper installation. Travel, diagnostic cost, labor, transportation and any and all such other costs related to
repairing a defective heater will be the responsibility of the owner.
TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THE LAW OF THE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS THE SALE
OF THE PRODUCT; THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED
WARRANTIES AND LIMITS THE DURATION OF ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUD-
ING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO FOUR
(4) YEARS ON ALL COMPONENTS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST PURCHASE; AND DESA HEATING
PRODUCTSʼ LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND
DESA HEATING PRODUCTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER
INCLUDING INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation on implied warranties or exclusion or limitation on
damages may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
For information about this warranty write:
2701 Industrial Drive
P.O. Box 90004
Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004
116746-01
Rev. A
03/05
116746 01
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