Desa W23FT Instruction manual

ASSEMBLING MANTEL
WARNING: Use only 1/2" screws to attach metal
angle brackets. Damage to mantel will result if other
screws are used for this purpose.
IMPORTANT: More than one person is required to lift
assembled mantel. Lift mantel by leg assemblies. Lifting
by header or mantel top could damage mantel.
When assembling mantel do not tighten screws completely
until told to do so. There should be some play in the pieces
to allow for proper alignment and best possible t. It is very
important that more than one person assemble mantel. Panels
must be held in proper alignment to each other while tighten-
ing screws to assure fewer gaps and proper surface align-
ment. When tightening screws, do not over tighten. This may
cause threads to strip. The supplied Allen wrench should be
used rather than a power screwdriver. Panels have threaded
inserts installed at screw locations. Screws should start and
turn easily in threaded holes when assembled according to
instructions. Do not force screws into holes.
IMPORTANT: A serial number label is located inside of right
side panel and on outside package. When calling to request
technical assistance or for replacement parts please have
serial number ready.
W23FT MANTEL AND BASE
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: Read entire instruction sheet before
assembling or installing mantel kit.
This mantel is only approved for use with DESA
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Do not use mantel with any other product.
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This mantel kit contains the following:
• Mantel pieces - unassembled and marked as follows:
#1 Base
#2 Right Side with arrow
#3 Right Front Leg with arrow
#4 Left Side with arrow
#5 Left Front Leg with arrow
#6 Header with arrow
#7 Top
• Hardware Kit*
10 - Metal Brackets 118937-01
20 - Screws M6 x 12 mm (1/2") 121149-01
8 - Screws M6 x 30 mm (1 1/4") 121335-01
8 - Washers M6 121336-01
1 - Allen Wrench 121337-01
* Extra hardware may be included.
If any wood pieces are missing or damaged, contact the
dealer where you purchased this mantel for replacement.
If hardware or trim is missing or damaged, contact DESA
Heating Products at 1-866-672-6040 for referral. You can
also visit DESA Heating Products' technical service web site
at www.desatech.com.
Note: Gather all mantel pieces together before assembling.
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Figure 3 - Installing Header
Left Leg
Assembly
Right Leg
Assembly
Header
Shoulder
Figure 2 - Attaching Front Leg
Figure 4 - Attaching Header to Leg Assembly
Header
Leg
Assembly
1 1/4" Screw
Brackets
Right Side
Figure 1 - Attaching Brackets to Side
1. Lay right side panel (#2) face down on a soft surface
to avoid marking nish. Attach three brackets with 1/2"
screws to bottom of right front leg (#3) leaving screws
slightly loose. Face brackets out (see Figure 1). Place
right front leg (#3) over right side (#2) as shown in Figure
2, paying close attention to direction arrow pointing up on
panels. Align threaded holes with brackets on side. Start
three 1/2" screws through brackets. Align bottom of side
and leg assembly so they are ush with each other. Hold
these pieces securely in alignment while tightening (but
not over tightening) screws.
2. Assemble left side (#4) and left leg (#5) as described in
step 1.
3. You may prefer to lay mantel face down on a soft surface
instead of upright to position header. Position header (#6)
between leg assemblies with direction arrow pointing
up (see Figure 3). Attach header with 1 1⁄4" screws and
washers (see Figure 4).
1/2" Screws
Right Side
Right Front Leg
1/2" Screws
Washer

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Top
Leg
Assemblies
11/4" Screw
Figure 5 - Attaching Top to Leg and Header Assembly
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1. Place mantel top (#7) onto upright leg assembly (see
Figure 5). Align back of top with back of sides.
2. Using four 1 1⁄4" screws with washers, attach top to
header/leg assembly (see Figure 5).
Washer
Back of Top
Flush with
Back of Leg
Assembly
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Attach mantel to base using 4 brackets and 1/2" screws, 2 per
leg assembly, into threaded holes in base and leg assembly
(see Figure 6).
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1. Fireplace should be fully assembled. See Assembling
Fireplace in replace owner’s manual.
2. Place mantel base close to installation location. See
replace owner’s manual for installation clearances.
3. Mantel must be installed flush with wall. Remove
baseboard along wall where mantel is to be installed.
Baseboard will prevent proper installation of mantel and
base.
4. If installing gas replace, install gas line. See Connecting
to Gas Supply in replace owner’s manual. Remember
to leave access to the gas shutoff valve somewhere on
the base or where it is accessible to the user. Check
for leaks. See Checking Gas Connections in replace
owner’s manual.
5. Position replace inside mantel through front opening.
Carefully position gas lines if applicable. IMPORTANT:
Use caution when positioning replace on base. Base
may scratch easily. Make sure replace is in proper po-
sition within the mantel opening before continuing with
installation.
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This mantel can be used with DESA Heating Products 23"
Electric Fireplace. Electric replaces install from the front of
mantel. To install electric replace see replace instruction
manual. Use caution when positioning replace on base.
Base may scratch easily.
Figure 6 - Attaching Mantel Assembly to Mantel Base
Bracket with 1/2"
Screws

NOT A UPC
121869-01
Rev. B
08/07
121869 01
DESA Heating, LLC
2701 Industrial Drive
P.O. Box 90004
Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004, USA
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1-866-672-6040