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OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS
COMPACT FIREPLACE
®
15,000 to 26,000 Btu/Hr
Remote Control Ready Shown with Optional
Cabinet Mantel/Hearth
Base Accessory
CGCF26PRA
Thisappliancemaybeinstalledinanaftermarket*manufactured(mobile)home,wherenotprohibitedbystate
or local codes.
*Aftermarket:Completion of sale,not for purposeof resale, fromthe manufacturer. (I.E.Installation of thisproduct is permittedafter the
manufactured (mobile) home is sited)
WARNING: If the information in this manual is
not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal in-
jury, or loss of life.
— Donotstoreorusegasolineorotherflammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use
any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
— Installation and service must be performed by a
qualifiedinstaller,serviceagency,orthegassupplier.
WARNING: Improper installa-
tion,adjustment,alteration,ser-
vice, or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Re-
fer to this manual for correct
installationandoperationalpro-
cedures.Forassistanceoraddi-
tional information consult a
qualified installer, service
agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING: This is an unvented
gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxy-
gen) from the room in which it is
installed.Provisionsforadequate
combustion and ventilation air
mustbeprovided.Referto Airfor
CombustionandVentilation sec-
tion on page 5 of this manual.

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1. This appliance is only for use with the
typeof gas indicated on the ratingplate.
Thisapplianceis not convertible for use
with other gases.
2. Do not place propane supply tank(s)
inside any structure. Locate propane
supply tank(s) outdoors.
DANGER: Carbon monoxide
poisoning may lead to death!
SAFETY
INFORMATION
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early
signs of carbon monoxide poisoning re-
semble the flu, with headaches, dizziness,
or nausea. If you have these signs, the fire-
place may not be working properly. Get
fresh air at once! Have fireplace serviced.
Some people are more affected by carbon
monoxide than others. These include preg-
nant women, people with heart or lung dis-
easeor anemia, those under the influenceof
alcohol, and those at high altitudes.
Propane Gas: Propane gas is odorless.
An odor-making agent is added to the gas.
The odor helps you detect a gas leak. How-
ever,theodoraddedtothegascanfade.Gas
may be present even though no odor exists.
Make certain you read and understand all
warnings.Keepthismanualforreference.It
isyourguidetosafeandproperoperationof
this fireplace.
WARNING ICON G 001
WARNINGS
IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s
manual carefully and completely
before trying to assemble, oper-
ate, or service this fireplace. Im-
proper use of this fireplace can
causeseriousinjuryordeathfrom
burns, fire, explosion, electrical
shock, and carbon monoxide
poisoning.
WARNING:Anychangetothis
fireplace or its controls can be
dangerous.
3. 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
• ifyou cannot reach your gassupplier,
call the fire department
4. This fireplace shall not be installed in
a bedroom or bathroom.
5. Never install the fireplace
• in a recreational vehicle.
• wherecurtains, furniture, clothing, or
otherflammable objects areless than
36inches from the front,top, or sides
of the fireplace.
• as a fireplace insert.
• in high traffic areas.
• in windy or drafty areas.
6. Do not use this fireplace as a wood-
burning fireplace. Use only the logs
provided with the fireplace.
7. Do not add extra logs or ornaments
suchas pine cones,vermiculite, or rock
wool. Using these added items can
cause sooting. Do not add lava rock
aroundbase. Rock and debriscould fall
into the control area of fireplace.
8. Youmust operate thisfireplacewith the
fireplace screen in place. Make sure
fireplace screen is in place before run-
ning fireplace.
9. This fireplace is designed to be smoke-
less. If logs ever appear to smoke, turn
off fireplace and call a qualified ser-
vice person. Note: During initial op-
eration,slight smoking could occurdue
to log curing and fireplace burning
manufacturing residues.
10. To prevent the creation of soot, follow
the instructions in Cleaning and Main-
tenance, page 17.
11. Do not allow fans to blow directly into
the fireplace. Avoid any drafts that al-
ter burner flame patterns. Ceiling fans
can create drafts that alter burner flame
patterns. Altered burner patterns can
cause sooting.
12. Before usingfurniturepolish, wax,car-
pet cleaner, or similar products, turn
heater off. If heated, the vapors from
theseproducts may createa white pow-
der residue within burner box or on
adjacent walls or furniture.
13. This fireplace needs fresh air ventila-
tion to run properly. This fireplace has
an oxygen depletion sensor (ODS) pi-
lot light safety system. The ODS shuts
down the fireplace if not enough fresh
air is available. See Air for Combus-
tion and Ventilation, pages 5 through
7. If fireplace keeps shutting off, see
Troubleshooting, pages 19 through 21.
14. Do not run fireplace
• where flammable liquids or vapors
are used or stored.
• under dusty conditions.
15. Do not use this fireplace to cook food
or burn paper or other objects.
16. Neverplace any objectsin the fireplace
or on logs.
17. Fireplace front and screen becomes
very hot when running fireplace. Keep
children and adults away from hot sur-
faces to avoid burns or clothing igni-
tion. Fireplace will remain hot for a
time after shutdown.Allow surfaces to
cool before touching.
18. Carefully supervise young children
when they are in same room with fire-
place.
19. Do not usefireplaceifanypart has been
under water. Immediately call a quali-
fied service technician to inspect the
room fireplace and to replace any part
of the control system and any gas con-
trol which has been under water.
20. Turn off and unplug fireplace and let
cool before servicing. Only a qualified
service person should service and re-
pair fireplace.
21. Operating fireplace above elevationsof
4,500 feet could cause pilot outage.
22. Do not use a blower insert, heat ex-
changer insert, or other accessory not
approved for use with this fireplace.
23. Do not operate fireplace if any log is
broken. Do not operate fireplace if a
log is chipped (dime-sized or larger).
24. To prevent performance problems, do
not use propane fuel tank of less than
100 lbs. capacity.

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IDENTIFICATION
LOCAL CODES
Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all
local codes. In the absence of local codes, use
the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas
CodeANS Z223.1, also known asNFPA 54*.
*Available from:
American National Standards Institute, Inc.
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
National Fire Protection Association, Inc.
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
Figure 1 - Vent-Free Propane Gas Compact Fireplace
UNPACKING
1. Remove log box and fireplace from
carton. The hood is not attached.
2. Remove all protective packaging ap-
plied to fireplace for shipment.
3. Make sure your fireplace includes one
hardware packet and one remote con-
trol packet which includes batteries.
4. Checkfireplaceforanyshippingdamage.
If fireplace is damaged, promptly inform
dealer where you bought fireplace.
PRODUCT
FEATURES
SAFETY PILOT
This fireplace has a pilot with an Oxygen
Depletion Sensor Shutoff System (ODS).
The ODS/pilot is a required feature for vent-
freeroomfireplaces.TheODS/pilotshutsoff
the fireplace if there is not enough fresh air.
PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEM
This fireplace has a piezo ignitor. This sys-
tem requires no matches, batteries, or other
sources to light fireplace.
Ignitor Button
Screen
Fireplace
Cabinet
Logs
Control Knob
Selector Switch (Optional)
Flame Adjustment Knob Remote
(Optional)
REMOTE CONTROL
ACCESSORIES
Therearefouroptionalremote controls that
can be purchased separately for this log
heater:
• hand-held ON/OFF remote
• hand-held thermostat remote
See Accessories, page 24.

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WARNING:Failuretoposition
thepartsinaccordancewiththese
diagrams or failure to use only
parts specifically approved with
this fireplace may result in prop-
erty damage or personal injury.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Always have
branch support and screen in
place before operating fireplace.
Thispreventsexcessivetempera-
tures on fireplace surfaces.
ASSEMBLING FIREPLACE
Tools Required:
• Phillips screwdriver,
• 5/16" hex wrench
• Slotted screwdriver
Installing Log
1. Removebacklog,branch,andhood from
log box. Discard protective packaging.
2. Remove two shipping screws above
screen (see Figure 2).
3. Lift screen up and pull out to remove.
4. An optional blower is available. See
Accessories, page 24. Install optional
blower now. Follow installation in-
structions provided with blower.
5. Gently place back log on burner sup-
port (see Figure 2). The log should fit
flat against top of burner support. Place
two #10 one-inch-long screws through
burner support into the log and tighten.
Place branches on branch support (see
Figure 2).
6. Do not allow branch to contact flame.
If flame contacts branch, soot will be
created.
7. Reattach screen by placing notches in
screen frame over shoulder screws and
pushing down.
Figure 2 - Assembling Fireplace
Back Log
Screen
Branch
Burner
Support
Screw
Branch Support
Screen Shipping Screw
Shoulder Screw
Screw
Assembling Hood
1. Locate four #10-3/8" black phillips
sheet metal screws from the hardware
packet.
2. Remove two 1 3/4" screws from under-
neath middle rail (see Figure 3).
3. Sliptopofhoodbetween middle rail and
top of firebox wrapper (see Figure 3).
Figure 3 - Assembling Hood
2 Short
Screws
1 3/4" Screws
Firebox Top
Hood
Middle Rail
4. Reinstall two 1 3/4" screws removed in
step 2. Make sure screw pass through
hood and middle rail and attach into
upper louver assembly (see Figure 3).
5. Attach four #10-3/8" hood screws as
shown in Figure 3.

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Today’s homes are built more energy effi-
cient than ever. New materials, increased
insulation, and new construction methods
help reduce heat loss in homes. Home
owners weather strip and caulk around
windowsanddoorsto keep the cold air out
andthewarmairin.Duringheatingmonths,
home owners want their homes as airtight
as possible.
Whileitisgoodtomakeyourhomeenergy
efficient,yourhomeneedstobreathe.Fresh
airmust enter your home. All fuel-burning
appliances need fresh air for proper com-
bustion and ventilation.
Exhaust fans, fireplaces, 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.
Confined and Unconfined Space
The National Fuel Gas Code (ANS Z223.1,
1992 Section 5.3) defines a confined space
as a space whose volume is less than 50
cubicfeetper1,000Btuperhour(4.8m3per
kw) of the aggregate input rating of all
appliances installed in that space and an
unconfiningspaceasaspacewhosevolume
is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu
per hour (4.8 m3per kw) of the aggregate
inputratingofallappliancesinstalledinthat
space.Rooms communicatingdirectlywith
the space in which the appliances are in-
stalled*, through openings not furnished
with doors, are considered a part of the
unconfined space.
This heater shall not be installed in a con-
fined space or unusually tight construction
unlessprovisionsare provided for adequate
combustion and ventilation air.
*Adjoiningroomsarecommunicatingonly
iftherearedoorlesspassagewaysorventila-
tion grills between them.
WARNING: This heater shall
notbeinstalledinaconfinedspace
or unusually tight construction
unless provisions are provided
foradequatecombustionandven-
tilation air. Read the following in-
structions to insure proper fresh
air for this and other fuel-burning
appliances in your home.
PROVIDING ADEQUATE
VENTILATION
The following are excerpts from National
Fuel Gas Code. NFPA 54/ANS Z223.1, Sec-
tion5.3,AirforCombustionandVentilation.
Allspacesinhomesfallintooneofthethree
following ventilation classifications:
1. Unusually Tight Construction
2. Unconfined Space
3. Confined Space
The information on pages 5 through 7 will
help you classify your space and provide
adequate ventilation.
Unusually Tight Construction
The air that leaks around doors and win-
dows may provide enough fresh air for
combustion and ventilation. However, in
buildings of unusually tight construction,
you must provide additional fresh air.
Unusually tight construction is de-
fined as construction where:
a. walls and ceilings exposed to the
outside atmosphere have a con-
tinuous water vapor retarder with
a rating of one perm (6 x 10-11 kg
per pa-sec-m2) or less with open-
ings gasketed or sealed and
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, be-
tween sole plates and floors,be-
tween wall-ceiling joints, be-
tween wall panels, at penetra-
tionsfor plumbing,electrical,and
gas lines, and at other openings.
If your home meets all of the three
criteria above, you must provide ad-
ditional fresh air. See Ventilation Air
From Outdoors , page 7 .
If your home does not meet all of the
threecriteria above,proceedto Deter-
mining Fresh-Air Flow For Fireplace
Location, page 6 .
Continued
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COMBUSTION AND
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DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR FIREPLACE LOCATION
Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space
Use this worksheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space.
Space: Includes the room in which you will install fireplace plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills
between the rooms.
1. Determine the volume of the space (length x width x height).
Length x Width x Height = ____________________ cu. ft. (volume of space)
Example: Space size 20 ft. (length) x 16 ft. (width) x 8 ft. (ceiling height) = 2560 cu. ft. (volume of space)
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. Divide the space volume by 50 cubic feet to determine the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support.
_________________ (volume of space) ÷50 cu. ft. = (Maximum Btu/Hr the space can support)
Example: 2560 cu. ft. (volume of space) ÷50 cu. ft. = 51.2 or 51,200 (maximum Btu/Hr the space can support)
3. Add the Btu/Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space.
Vent-free fireplace _________________Btu/Hr
Gas water heater* _________________Btu/Hr
Gas furnace _________________Btu/Hr
Vented gas heater _________________Btu/Hr
Gas fireplace logs _________________Btu/Hr
Other gas appliances* +_________________Btu/Hr
Total =_________________Btu/Hr
* Do not include direct-vent gas appliances. Direct-vent draws combustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors.
4. Compare the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support with the actual amount of Btu/Hr used.
___________ Btu/Hr (maximum the space can support)
___________ Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used)
Example: 51,200 Btu/Hr (maximum the space can support)
56,000 Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used)
ThespaceintheaboveexampleisaconfinedspacebecausetheactualBtu/HrusedismorethanthemaximumBtu/Hrthespacecansupport.
You must provide additional fresh air. Your options are as follows:
A. Rework worksheet, adding the space of an adjoining room. If the extra space provides an unconfined space, remove door to adjoining
room or add ventilation grills between rooms. See Ventilation Air From Inside Building, page 7.
B. Vent room directly to the outdoors. See Ventilation Air From Outdoors, page 7.
C. Install a lower Btu/Hr fireplace, if lower Btu/Hr size makes room unconfined.
If the actual Btu/Hr used is less than the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support, the space is an unconfined space. You will need no
additional fresh air ventilation.
WARNING:Iftheareainwhichtheheatermaybeoperatedissmallerthanthatdefinedasanunconfinedspace
or if the building is of unusually tight construction, provide adequate combustion and ventilation air by one of
the methods described in the National Fuel Gas Code, ANS Z223.1, 1992, Section 5.3 or applicable local codes.
AIR FOR
COMBUSTION AND
VENTILATION
Continued
Example:
Gas water heater 30,000 Btu/Hr
Vent-free fireplace +26,000 Btu/Hr
Total = 56,000 Btu/Hr

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Figure 5 - Ventilation Air from Outdoors Shown with Optional Mantel
Ventilation Air From Outdoors
Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation
grills or ducts. You must provide two per-
manent openings: one within 12" of the
ceiling and one within 12" of the floor.
Connecttheseitemsdirectlytotheoutdoors
orspacesopentotheoutdoors.Thesespaces
include attics and crawl spaces.
IMPORTANT: Do not provide openings for
inletoroutletairintoatticifattichasathermo-
stat-controlled power vent. Heated air enter-
ing the attic will activate the power vent.
Outlet
Air Ventilated
Attic
Outlet
Air
Inlet
Air
Inlet Air Ventilated
Crawl Space
To
Crawl
Space
To Attic
AIR FOR
COMBUSTION AND
VENTILATION
Continued
Figure 4 - Ventilation Air from Inside Building Shown with Optional Mantel
VENTILATION AIR
Ventilation Air From Inside
Building
Thisfreshairwouldcomefromanadjoining
unconfined space. When ventilating to an
adjoining unconfined space, you must pro-
vide two permanent openings: one within
12" of the ceiling and one within 12" of the
floor on the wall connecting the two spaces
(seeoptions1and2,Figure4).Youcanalso
remove door into adjoining room (see op-
tion 3, Figure 4). Follow the National Fuel
Gas Code NFPA 54/ANS Z223.1, Section
5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation for
required size of ventilation grills or ducts.
Or
Remove
Door into
Adjoining
Room,
Option 3
Ventilation Grills
Into Adjoining Room,
Option 2
12"
12"
Ventilation
Grills
into Adjoining
Room,
Option 1
WARNING: Rework work-
sheet, adding the space of the
adjoiningunconfinedspace.The
combined spaces must have
enough fresh air to supply all
appliances in both spaces.

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INSTALLATION
Note: Your Comfort Glow fireplace is de-
signed to be used in zero clearance installa-
tions.Wallorframingmaterialcanbeplaced
directlyagainstanyexteriorsurface of your
fireplace,exceptwherestandoffspacersare
integrally attached. If standoff spacers are
attachedtoyourfireplace,thesespacers can
be placed directly against wall or framing
materials.
Use the dimensions shown for rough open-
ings to create the easiest installation (see
Built-In Fireplace Installation, page 9).
CHECK GAS TYPE
Use only propane gas. If your gas supply is
not propane, do not install fireplace. Call
dealerwhereyouboughtfireplaceforproper
type fireplace.
INSTALLATION ITEMS
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)
• manual shutoff valve *
• ground joint union
• sediment trap
• tee joint
• pipe wrench
• test gauge connection*
NOTICE: A qualified service per-
sonmustinstallfireplace.Follow
all local codes. You can recess firebox into the wall. You
can also position fireplace in the optional
cabinetorcornermantels. IMPORTANT:
Only use optional cabinet or corner man-
telsspecifiedinthismanual.Purchasethe
optional mantel from your dealer (see
Accessories, page 24).
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.
WARNING: Never install the
fireplace
• in a bedroom or a bathroom
• in a recreational vehicle
• where curtains, furniture,
clothing, or other flammable
objectsarelessthan36inches
from the front, top, or sides of
the fireplace
• as a fireplace insert
• in high traffic areas
• in windy or drafty areas
I MPORTANT: Vent-freefireplacesaddmois-
ture to the air. Although this is beneficial,
installing fireplace in rooms without enough
ventilation air may cause mildew to form
fromtoomuchmoisture.SeeAirforCombus-
tion and Ventilation, pages 5 through 7.
LOCATING FIREPLACE
WARNING:Maintainthemini-
mum clearances shown in Fig-
ures 6 and 7. If you can, provide
greater clearances from floor,
ceiling, and joining wall.
Figure7-MountingClearancesAsViewed
From Front of Fireplace Shown with
Optional Mantel
CAUTION: If you install the
fireplace in a home garage
• fireplacepilotandburnermust
be at least 18 inches above
floor.
• locate fireplace where moving
vehicle will not hit it.
Forconvenienceandefficiency,installfire-
place
• where there is easy access for operation,
inspection, and service.
• in coldest part of room.
An optional blower kit is available from
your dealer. See Accessories, page 24. If
planningtouseblower,locatefireplacenear
an electrical outlet.
Figure6-MountingClearancesAsViewed
From Front of Fireplace Shown Built In
The Wall
6"
Minimum
From
Sides Of
Fireplace
Left
Side
CEILING
36" Minimum
FLOOR
Right
Side
Top Of
Mantel Can
Be Flush
With Wall
Left
Side
CEILING
Right
Side
36"
Minimum
NOTICE: This heater is intended
foruseas supplementalheat.Use
this heater along with your pri-
mary heating system. Do not in-
stall this heater as your primary
heatsource. Ifyouhave acentral
heating system, you may run
system’scirculatingblowerwhile
usingheater.Thiswillhelpcircu-
late the heat throughout the
house. In the event of a power
outage, you can use this heater
as your primary heat source.
* AnA.G.A.design-certifiedmanualshutoff
valve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable
alternative to test gauge connection. Pur-
chase the optional A.G.A. design-certified
manual shutoff valve from your dealer. See
Accessories, page 24.
Note: Ifdesired,purchaseafour-sidedbrass
trimkit for built-in installations. SeeAcces-
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Option two: Have a licensed electri-
cianconnect blower to electricalsource
at junction box inside fireplace.
8. Bend four nailing flanges on outer cas-
ing with pliers (see Figure 10).
9. Attach fireplace to wall studs using
nails or wood screws through holes in
nailing flange.
10. Check allgas connectionsfor leaks.See
Checking Gas Connections, page 13.
11. If using optional brass trim kit, install
the trim after final finishing and/or
painting of wall. See instructions in-
cluded with brass trim accessory for at-
taching brass trim.
INSTALLATION
Continued
36 5/8" 25 7/8"
51 3/4"
26 7/8"
Figure9-RoughOpeningfor Installingin
Corner
2. An optional blower accessory is avail-
able (see Accessories, page 24). There
are two options for connecting blower
to electrical source.
Option one: Have a licensed electri-
cian install a properly grounded, three-
prong 120-volt electrical outlet at fire-
place location. Locate outlet inside the
framed enclosure. Blower power cord
will plug into this outlet.
Option two: Have a licensed electri-
cianconnect blower to electricalsource
at junction box inside fireplace.
If using option one, have electrical out-
let installed at this time. If using option
two, do not connect blower to electrical
source at junction box until step 7.
3. Install gas piping to fireplace location.
This installation includes an approved
flexible gas line (if allowed by local
codes) after the manual shutoff valve.
The flexible gas line must be the last
item installed on the gas piping.
4. If you have not assembled firebox, fol-
low instructions on page 4.
5. Carefully set fireplace in front of rough
opening with back of fireplace inside
wall opening.
6. Attach flexible gas line to fireplace gas
regulator. See Connecting Fireplace to
Gas Supply, page 12.
7. If the optional blower hasbeen installed
connect blower to electrical source.
Option one: Route blower electrical
cord through side or rear access door
of fireplace. Plug electrical cord into
electrical outlet.
1. Frame in rough opening. Use dimen-
sions shown in Figure 8 for the rough
opening.
If installing in a corner, use dimensions
shown in Figure 9 for the rough open-
ing. The height is 26 1/8" which is the
same as the wall opening above.
26 7/8"
26 7/8"
3/4" Off
The Floor
Minimum
10 1/2"
Figure8-RoughOpeningforInstallingin
Wall
BUILT-IN FIREPLACE
INSTALLATION
Built-in installation of this fireplace involves
installingfireplaceintoaframed-inenclosure.
This makes the front of fireplace flush with
wall. An optional brass trim kit accessory is
available (see Accessories, page 24). Brass
trim will extend past sides of fireplace ap-
proximately 1/2 inch. This will cover the
rough edges of the wall opening. If installing
a built-in mantel above the fireplace, but you
must follow the clearances shown in Figure
11, page 10. Follow the instructions below to
install the fireplace in this manner.
Actual Framing
Height 26" 26 7/8"
Front Width 26 3/4" 26 7/8"
Depth 9 1/2" 10 1/2"
Bottom 3/4" 3/4"
Figure 10 - Attaching Fireplace to Wall Studs
Nails or
Wood
Screws
WARNING: Do not allow any
combustible materials to overlap
the firebox front facing.
IMPORTANT: When finishing your fire-
box, 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.
IMPORTANT: Noncombustible materials
suchasbrick,tile,etc.mayoverlapthefront
facing, but should never cover any neces-
sary openings like louvered slots.
WARNING: Do not allow non-
combustible materials to cover
any necessary openings like lou-
vered slots.
WARNING:Useonlynoncom-
bustible mortar or adhesives
when overlapping the front fac-
ing with noncombustible facing
material.
WARNING: Never modify or
cover the louvered slots on the
front of the firebox.
Nailing
Flanges
Continued

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13" 16" 19" 21"
2 1/2"
6"
8"
10"
Minimum Non-
Combustible
Material
Assembling Brass Trim (Brass
trim shipped with mantel)
1. Remove packaging from three remain-
ing pieces of brass trim.
2. Locate two adjusting plates with set
screws, and two shims in the hardware
packet.
3. Align shim under adjusting plate as
shown in Figure 14.
4. Slide one end of adjusting plate/shim
inslot on mitered edgeof top brass trim
(see Figure 14).
5. Slide other end of adjusting plate/shim
in slot on mitered edge of side brass
trim (see Figure 14).
6. While firmly holding edges of brass
trim together, tighten both set screws
on the adjusting plate with slotted
screwdriver.
7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 for other corner.
8. Set Brass Assembly aside for later in-
stallation.
Side
Brass
Trim
Top
Brass
Trim
Mitered Edge
Figure 14 - Assembling Brass Trim
Shim
Set Screws
Adjusting
Plate
Slot
Slot
MANTEL CLEARANCES FOR
BUILT-IN INSTALLATION
If placing mantel above built-in fireplace,
youmustmeetminimumclearancebetween
mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening.
If your installation does not meet the mini-
mum clearances in Figure 11, you must:
• raise the mantel to an acceptable height,
OR
• remove the mantel.
Figure 11 - Minimum Mantel Clearances
for Built-In Installation
Mantel Shelf
INSTALLATION
Continued
Figure 12 - Attaching Brass Trim to
Fireplace
Shoulder Screws
Assembled
Brass Trim
OPTIONAL MANTEL
INSTALLATION
Note: Refer to instructions provided with
the mantel for assembly instructions. Refer
to instructions below for system installa-
tion. Refer to instructions on page 4 for
fireboxassembly.Blower accessory should
be installed if it is being used (see Accesso-
ries, page 24).
1. Unscrew four brass screws that attach
top louver to fireplace. Remove louver
from fireplace and set aside.
2. Place fireplace on wood base.
3. Place mantel around fireplace/base as-
sembly.
4. Assemble brass trim kit. See Assem-
bling Brass Trim.
5. Firmly snap brass trim kit on shoulder
screws. Shoulder screws are located on
fireplace cabinet (see Figure 12).
6. Align brass trim kit for flush fit around
opening.
7. Use two 3" wood screws provided and
attach fireplace base to wooden base
(see Figure 12).
8. Remove brass trim kit and mantel. Be
careful not to damage wall or mantel.
9. Place wood base next to wall at instal-
lation location.
10. Attach wood base to floor with two 1
3
/ 4 "
black screws provided (see Figure 13).
If the floor is concrete use anchor
method (see Attaching Wood Base to
Solid Floor, page 11).
11. Install gas line. See Connecting To Gas
Supply, page 11.
12. Check for leaks. See Checking Gas
Connections, page 13.
Figure13 -AttachingWood BasetoFloor
1 3/4" Screw
Wood Base
Hole for 3" wood
screw for attaching
fireplace to
wooden base
Hole for 3" wood
screw for attaching
fireplace to mantel
13. Place mantel aroundfireplace. Be care-
ful not to damage wall or mantel.
14. Place brass trim kit on the shoulder
screws located on the side and top of
thefireplace. Firmly snap the brasstrim
over the shoulder screws on fireplace
(see Figure 12).
15. Adjust assembly to remove any gaps.
Attach remaining two 3" wood screws
from hardware pack through openings
inside of fireplace sides into the man-
tel. The openings are located at top be-
hind the area for the brass louvers (see
Figure 13).
16. Reinstall top brass louvers.
Note: All vertical
measurements
are from top of
fireplace
opening to
bottom of
mantel shelf.

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OWNER’S MANUAL
CONNECTING TO GAS
SUPPLY
Figure 16 - External Regulator with Vent
Pointing Down
NOTICE: A qualified service per-
son must connect fireplace to
gassupply.Followalllocalcodes.
CAUTION: Never connect fire-
place directly to the propane sup-
ply. This fireplace requires an ex-
ternal regulator (not supplied). In-
stalltheexternalregulatorbetween
the fireplace and propane supply.
CAUTION: Use only new,
black iron or steel pipe. Inter-
nally-tinned copper tubing may
be used in certain areas. Check
yourlocalcodes.Usepipeof1/2"
or greater diameter to allow
propergasvolume tofireplace.If
pipe is too small, undue loss of
pressure will occur.
CAUTION:Usepipejointseal-
ant that is resistant to liquid pe-
troleum (LP) gas.
The installer must supply an external regu-
lator. The external regulator will reduce
incoming gas pressure. You must reduce
incominggaspressuretobetween11and14
inchesofwater.Ifyoudonotreduceincom-
inggaspressure,fireplaceregulatordamage
could occur. Install external regulator with
the vent pointing down as shown in Figure
16. Pointing the vent down protects it from
freezing rain or sleet.
Installation must include a manual shutoff
valve, union, and plugged 1/8" NPT tap.
Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge
hook up. NPT tap must be upstream from
fireplace (see Figure 17).
Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male
threads. This will prevent excess sealant
fromgoinginto pipe. Excess sealant in pipe
could result in clogged fireplace valves.
Installsedimenttrapinsupplylineasshown
in Figure 17. Locate sediment trap where it
is within reach for cleaning. Locate sedi-
menttrap where trapped matteris not likely
to freeze. A sediment trap traps moisture
and contaminants. This keeps them from
going into fireplace controls. If sediment
trap is not installed or is installed wrong,
fireplace may not run properly.
Propane
Supply
Tank
Vent
Pointing
Down
External
Regulator
Attaching Wood Base to Solid
Floor
For attaching base to solid floors (concrete
or masonry)
Note: Floor anchors and mounting screws
areinhardwarepackage.Thehardwarepack-
age is provided with fireplace.
1. Drill holes at marked locations using
5/16"drillbit. For solid floors (concrete
or masonry), drill at least 1" deep.
2. Fold floor anchor asshowninFigure15.
3. Insert floor anchor (wings first) into
hole. Tap anchor flush to floor.
4. Insert mounting screws through base
and into floor anchors.
5. Tighten screws until base is firmly fas-
tened to floor.
Figure 15 - Folding Anchor
INSTALLATION
Continued
Continued
*PurchasetheoptionalA.G.A.design-certifiedmanualshutoffvalvefromyourdealer.See
Accessories, page 24.
** Minimum inlet pressure for purpose of input adjustment.
Tee
Joint
Pipe
Nipple
Cap
3" Minimum
Sediment
Trap
Gas
Control
From External
Regulator
(11" W.C.** to
14" W.C.
Pressure)
A.G.A. Design-Certified
Manual Shutoff Valve With
1/8" NPT Tap*
Approved Flexible
Gas Hose
Figure 17 - Gas Connection

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VENT-FREE PROPANE COMPACT FIREPLACE
INSTALLATION
Continued
Figure 18 - Removing Branch Support From Fireplace
CONNECTING FIREPLACE
TO GAS SUPPLY
Installation Items Needed
• Phillips screwdriver
• sealant (resistant to propane gas, not
provided)
1. Remove fireplace screen. Remove two
screws that hold fireplace screen in
place for shipping. These screws are
located near top of screen. Discard
screws. Lift fireplace screen up and
pull out to remove.
2. Remove screws that attach branch
support to fireplace (see Figure 18).
Carefully lift up branch support and
removefromfireplace (see Figure 18).
3. Route flexible gas line (provided by
installer) from manual shutoff valve
into fireplace through side or rear ac-
cess holes in outer casing. Route flex-
ible gas supply line through fireplace
access holes in outer casing.
NOTICE:Mostbuildingcodesdo
not permit concealed gas con-
nections. A flexible gas line is
provided to allow accessibility
fromthefireplace(seeFigure19).
The flexible gas supply line con-
nection to the manual shutoff
valve should be accessible.
Branch Support
Screen
Screen
Shipping
Screw
Shoulder
Screw
Flexible Gas Line from
Fireplace Gas Valve
Provided with Fireplace
To Fireplace
Gas Valve
4. Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male
threads of gas connector attached to
flexible gas line (see Figure 19). Con-
nectflexible gas line toflexible gas line
attached to gas valve of fireplace (see
Figure 19).
5. Check all gas connections for leaks.See
Checking Gas Connections, page 13.
6. Replace branch support back into fire-
place. Feed flexible gas line into fire-
➞
Figure 19 - Attaching Flexible Gas Lines Together
Gas Connector
Flexible Gas Line from
Manual Shutoff Valve
Provided by Installer
Manual Shutoff Valve
➞
To External
Regulator
CAUTION: Avoid damage to
regulator.Holdgasregulatorwith
wrenchwhenconnectingittogas
piping and/or fittings.
place base area while replacing branch
support. Make sure the entire flexible
gas line is in fireplace base area. Reat-
tach branch support to fireplace with
screws removed in step 2.

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OWNER’S MANUAL
O
POSI
T
P
O
Open
Closed
Manual
Shutoff
Valve
Figure 21 - Checking Gas Joints Shown with Optional Mantel
Figure 20 - Manual Shutoff Valve
Pressure Testing Gas Supply
Piping System
TestPressuresInExcessOf1/2PSIG
1. Disconnect fireplace and its individual
manual shutoff valve from gas supply
pipingsystem.Pressuresin excess of 1/2
psig will damage fireplace regulator.
2. Cap off open end of gas pipe where
manual shutoff valve was connected.
3. Pressurize supply piping system by ei-
ther using compressed air or opening
propane supply tank valve.
4. Check all joints of gas supply piping
system. Apply mixture of liquid soap
and water to gas joints. Bubbles form-
ing show a leak.
5. Correct all leaks at once.
6. Reconnect heater and manual shutoff
valve to gas supply. Check reconnected
fittings for leaks.
TestPressuresEqualToorLessThan
1/2 PSIG
1. Closemanualshutoffvalve(seeFigure20).
2. Pressurize supply piping system by ei-
ther using compressed air or opening
propane supply tank valve.
3. Check all joints from propane supply
tank to manual shutoff valve (see Fig-
ure 21). Apply mixture of liquid soap
and water to gas joints. Bubbles form-
ing show a leak.
4. Correct all leaks at once.
INSTALLATION
Continued
CHECKING GAS
CONNECTIONS
WARNING: Test all gas pip-
ing and connections for leaks
after installing or servicing. Cor-
rect all leaks at once.
WARNING:Neveruseanopen
flame to check for a leak. Apply a
mixture of liquid soap and water
toalljoints.Bubblesformingshow
a leak. Correct all leaks at once.
CAUTION:Makesureexternal
regulator has been installed be-
tween propane supply and fire-
place. See guidelines under Con-
necting to Gas Supply , page 11.
Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas
Connections
1. Openmanualshutoffvalve(seeFigure20).
2. Open propane supply tank valve.
3. Make sure control knob of fireplace is
in the OFF position.
4. Check all joints from manual shutoff
valve to thermostat gas valve (see Fig-
ure 21). Apply mixture of liquid soap
and water to gas joints. Bubbles form-
ing show a leak.
5. Correct all leaks at once.
6. Light fireplace (see Operating Fire-
place, pages 15 through 17). Check all
other internal joints for leaks.
7. Turn off fireplace (see To Turn Off Gas
to Appliance, page 16).
8. Replace front panel.
Manual Shutoff Valve
Propane
Supply Tank
Continued

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VENT-FREE PROPANE COMPACT FIREPLACE
OPTIONAL WIRELESS
HAND-HELD REMOTE
CONTROL ACCESSORIES
(CGHRC Series and
CGHRCT Series)
Installing Receiver
1. Remove screws.
2. Disconnect switch wires from the con-
trol valve.
3. Remove switch plate (see Figure 22).
Discard switch plate after removing.
Save the screws.
4. Locate the battery clip mounted on the
back of the receiver (see Figure 23).
5. Slide 9-volt battery (not included)
through the clip.
6. Attach the terminal wires to the battery
(see Figure 23).
7. Connect wires as shown in Figure 24.
8. Install remote receiver unit onto gas
heater base using the two screws re-
moved in step one (see Figure 24).
Figure 22 - Switch Plate and Wiring
Harness
Screw
Switch Plate
Black Wire
Red Wire
Figure23- AttachingBatterytoReceiver
Battery Clip
9-Volt Battery
Receiver
Terminal
Wires
INSTALLATION
Continued
Figure 24 - Installing Remote Receiver
* Wire harness provided in the fireplace
hardware pack.
Installing 9-Volt Battery in Hand-
Held Remote Control Unit
1. Remove battery cover on back of re-
mote control unit.
2. Attachterminalwiresto the battery (not
included).Place battery intothe battery
housing.
3. Replace battery cover ontoremote con-
trol unit.
Figure 25 - Installing Battery in Hand-
Held Remote Control Unit
Remote
Receiver
Wires from
Valve
Wire Harness*
Black Wire Red Wire
Red Wire
Black Wire
Battery
Cover
9-Volt
Battery
Terminal
Wires
Remote
Control Unit
Battery
Housing
Heater Base

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OWNER’S MANUAL
LIGHTING
INSTRUCTIONS
1. STOP! Read the safety information,
column 1.
2. Make sure manual shutoff valve is
fully open.
3. SetselectorswitchintheOFFposition.
WARNING:
• If fireplace has glass doors,
never operate this heater with
glassdoorsclosed.Ifyouoper-
ate heater with doors closed,
heatbuildupinsidefireplacewill
cause glass to burst. Also if
fireplace opening has vents at
the bottom, you must open the
vents before operating heater.
• You must operate this heater
withafireplacescreeninplace.
Make sure fireplace screen is
closed before running heater.
WARNING: Burner will come
on automatically within one
minute when the selector switch
is in the ON position after the
pilot is lit.
CAUTION:Donottrytoadjust
heating levels by using the
manual shutoff valve.
O
F
F
P
I
L
O
T
O
N
L
O
I
H
REMOTE
OFF
ON
Control Knob
Ignitor Button
Selector
Switch in
OFF Position Flame Adjustment Knob
Figure 26 - Control Knob and Ignitor Button Location Figure 27 - Pilot
Ignitor
Electrode
Pilot Burner
WARNING: Make sure the
selector switch is in the OFF po-
sition when you are away from
home for long periods of time.
Heater will come on automati-
cally with selector switch in the
ON position.
4. Pressin andturncontrolknob clock-
wise to the OFF position.
5. Waitfive(5) minutesto clear outany
gas. Then smell for gas, including
near the floor. If you smell gas,
STOP! Follow “B” in the safety in-
formation, column 1. If you don’t
smell gas, go to the next step.
6. Pressin andturncontrolknob coun-
terclockwise to the PILOT
position. Press in control knob for
five (5) seconds (see Figure 26).
Note: You may be running this
heater for the first time after hook-
ing up to gas supply. If so, the con-
trol knob may need to be pressed in
for 30 seconds or more. This will al-
low air to bleed from the gas system.
7. With control knob pressed in, press
and release ignitor button. This will
lightpilot.The pilot isattachedtothe
burner. If needed, keep pressing ig-
nitor button until pilot lights.
Note: If pilot does not stay lit, con-
tact a qualified service person or gas
supplierforrepairs.Untilrepairsare
made,lightpilot with match.To light
pilot with match, see Manual Light-
ing Procedure on page 16.
8. Keep control knob pressed in for 30
seconds after lighting pilot.After 30
seconds, release control knob.
• Ifcontrolknobdoesnotpopoutwhen
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
knobcounterclockwise tothe
ON position.
10. Wait one minute and switch selector
switch to the ON position to light
burner.
11. Set flame adjustment knob to any
level between HI and LO.
OPERATING
FIREPLACE
FOR YOUR
SAFETY READ
BEFORE LIGHTING
WARNING: If you do not fol-
low these instructions exactly, a
fireorexplosionmayresultcaus-
ing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
A. Thisappliancehasapilot which must
belightedbyhand.Whenlightingthe
pilot,followtheseinstructionsexactly.
B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all
aroundthe appliance area for gas. Be
sureto smell nexttothe floor because
some gas is heavier than air and will
settle on the floor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL
GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Donottouchany electric switch; do
notuseany phoneinyourbuilding.
• Immediatelycallyourgas supplier
from a neighbor’s phone. Follow
the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas sup-
plier, call the fire department.
C. Useonlyyourhand to pushinorturn
thegascontrolknob. 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 or gas
supplier. Force or attempted repair
may result in a fire or explosion.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part
has been under water. Immediately
call a qualified service technician to
inspect the appliance and to replace
any part of the control system and
any gas control which has been un-
der water.

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OPERATING
FIREPLACE
Continued
TO TURN OFF GAS
TO APPLIANCE
Shutting Off Fireplace
1. Turncontrolknob clockwise
to the OFF position.
2a. SetselectorswitchintheOFFposition.
2b. If Using Optional Hand-Held Re-
mote:Set selectorswitchin theOFF
position to prevent draining battery.
Shutting Off Burner Only (pilot
stays lit)
Youmayshutofftheburnerandkeepthe
pilot lit by doing one of the following:
1. Turncontrolknob clockwise
to the PILOT position.
2. UseremotecontrolmanualOFFbutton.
3. SetselectorswitchintheOFFposition.
1. Followsteps1 through6underLight-
ing Instructions, page 15.
2. Depress control knob and light pilot
with match.
3. Keep control knob pressed in for 30
seconds after lighting pilot. After 30
seconds, release control knob. Now
follow steps9 through11, onpage15.
MANUAL LIGHTING
PROCEDURE
OPTIONAL REMOTE
OPERATION
Note: All remote control accessories must
be purchased separately (see Accessories,
page 24). Follow installation instructions
on pages 14 of this manual.
Thermostat Control Operation
(OptionalCGHRCTSeriesOnly)Thether-
mostat control setting on the remote con-
trol unit can be set to any comfort level
betweenHIandLO. Theburnerwillturn
on and off automatically to maintain the
comfortlevelyouselect.Theidealcomfort
setting will vary by household depending
upontheamountofspacetobeheated,the
output of the central heating system, etc.
NOTICE: You must light the pilot
before using the hand-held re-
mote control unit. See Lighting
Instructions on page 15.
1. Afterlighting,letpilot flame burnfor
aboutoneminute.Turncontrolknob
to ON position.Adjust flame adjust-
ment knob anywhere between HI
and LO. Slide the selector switch to
the REMOTE position. NOTE: The
burnermay light if hand-heldremote
ON button 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.
IMPORTANT: Do not leave the se-
lector switch in the REMOTE posi-
tionwhenthe pilotisnot lit.This will
drain the battery.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to press the
ON/OFF buttons on the hand-held
remote control unit for up to 3 sec-
onds to assure proper operation.
CGHRC Series Operation:
2a. Pressthe ON/OFFbuttontoturnthe
burner on and off. When turning
burner off, the pilot will remain lit.
CGHRCT Series Operation:
2b. Select the MAN (manual) or AUTO
buttononthe hand-held remotecon-
trol unit (see Figure 29, page 17).
• In manual mode, turn burner on
or off by pressing the ON or OFF
buttons on the hand-held remote
control unit.
Figure28-SettingtheSelectorSwitch,ControlKnob,andFlameAdjustmentKnobfor
Remote Operation
O
F
F
P
I
L
O
T
O
N
L
O
I
H
REMOTE
OFF
ON
Flame
Adjustment
Knob
Control Knob
Selector Switch in Remote
Position (Optional Remote Control)
• In auto mode, the room tempera-
ture is controlled by the thermo-
stat in the hand-held remote con-
trolunit.Toincreasethe roomtem-
perature,pressthe toparrowofthe
TEMP button. To lower room the
temperature, press the bottom ar-
row oftheTEMPbutton.Athigher
settings the heater will run more.
IMPORTANT: This remote control
has been specially engineered to take
an air temperature sample every 5.5
minutesintheAUTOmode.Itwillnot
respond immediately to the tempera-
turesetting beingturnedup ordown.
IMPORTANT: Thehand-heldremote
control unit must be near the heater.
Do not keep the hand-held remote
control unit too close to the heater.
The thermostat on the hand-held re-
mote control unit will heat up too
quickly and turn the heater off.
3. UsetheSTATUSbuttonon thehand-
held remote control unit to see the
operation mode being used and the
temperature setting selected. A red
light will come on beside the opera-
tion mode being used when the sta-
tus button is pressed (see Figure 29,
page 17).
4. To turn the burner off when operat-
ing in the manual mode, press the
OFF button. If operating in the auto
mode, press the MAN button, then
press the OFF button. The pilot will
remain lit (see Figure 29, page 17).
IMPORTANT: To turn the pilot off,
manually turn the control knob on
the heater to the OFF position.

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OWNER’S MANUAL
OPERATING
FIREPLACE
Continued
Figure 29 - Thermostat Hand-Held Remote Control Unit
Selections (CGHRCT only)
TEMP
STATUS
HI
LO
MAN ON
AUTO OFF
Increases
Room
Temperature
Decreases
Room
Temperature
Turns Burner
On and Off
Shows Current
Operation
Mode
Shows
Temperature
Setting
Allows Burner to
be Turned On
and Off with the
Hand-Held
Remote Unit.
The log heater
will automatically
cycle between
pilot and the
heat setting that
has been
selected.
ODS/PILOT AND BURNER
• Use a vacuum cleaner or small, soft
bristled brush to clean.
CABINET
Air Passageways
• Use a vacuum cleaner or pressurized air
to clean.
Exterior
• Use a soft cloth dampened with a mild
soap and water mixture. Wipe the cabi-
net to remove dust.
Figure 30 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern
Pilot Burner Thermocouple
Figure 31 - Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern
Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame
patterns often.
PILOT FLAME PATTERN
Figure 30 shows a correct pilot flame pat-
tern. Figure 31 shows an incorrect pilot
flame pattern. The incorrect pilot flame is
not properly heating the thermocouple.
When the thermocouple cools, the heater
will shut down.
If pilot flame pattern is incorrect, as shown
in Figure 31
• turn heater off (see To Turn Off Gas to
Appliance, page 16)
• seeTroubleshooting,pages19through21
Pilot Burner Thermocouple
INSPECTING
BURNERS CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:Turnofffireplace
and let cool before cleaning.
CAUTION: You must keep
control areas, burner, and circu-
lating air passageways of fire-
place clean. Inspect these areas
offireplacebeforeeachuse.Have
fireplace inspected yearly by a
qualified service person. Fire-
place may need more frequent
cleaning due to excessive lint
from carpeting, pet hair, etc.
BURNER FLAME PATTERN
Figure32showsacorrectburnerflamepattern.
Figure 33 shows an incorrect burner flame
pattern.Theincorrectburnerflamepatternshows
yellow tipping of the flame. It also shows the
flame higher than one inch above the log.
Note: When using the fireplace the first
time, the flame will be yellow for approxi-
mately one hour until the log cures.
NOTICE: Do not mistake orange
flames with yellow tipping. Dirt
or other fine particles enter the
fireplace and burn causing brief
patches of orange flame.
Ifburnerflamepatternisincorrect,asshown
in Figure 33
• turn fireplace off (see To Turn Off Gas to
Appliance, page 16)
• seeTroubleshooting, pages 19 through 21
Figure 32 - Correct Burner Flame Pattern
Figure33-IncorrectBurnerFlamePattern
WARNING: If yellow tipping
occurs, your fireplace could pro-
duce increased levels of carbon
monoxide.If burnerflamepattern
shows yellow tipping, follow in-
structionsincolumn3ofthispage.
Top of Flame About One Inch
Above Charred Area
Yellow Tipping

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VENT-FREE PROPANE COMPACT FIREPLACE
REPLACEMENT
PARTS
Note: Use only original replacement parts.
This will protect your warranty coverage
for parts replaced under warranty.
PARTS UNDER WARRANTY
Contact authorized dealers of this product.
If they can’t supply original replacement
part(s)callDESAInternational’sTechnical
Service Department at 1-800-323-5190 for
referral information.
WhencallingDESAInternational,haveready
• your name
• your address
• model number of your fireplace
• how fireplace was malfunctioning
• type of gas used (propane/LP or natural
gas)
• purchase date
Usually,wewillaskyoutoreturnthedefec-
tive part to the factory.
PARTS NOT UNDER
WARRANTY
Contact authorized dealers of this product
or Parts Central (see page 25). If they can’t
supply original replacement part(s) call
DESA International’s Parts Department at
1-800-972-7879 for referral information.
WhencallingDESAInternational,haveready
• model number of your fireplace
• the replacement part number
SPECIFICATIONS
Btu (Variable) 15,000/26,000
Type Gas Propane/LP Only
Ignition Piezo
Manifold Pressure 8" W.C.
Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water) *
Maximum 14"
Minimum 11"
Dimensions, Inches (H x W x D)
Fireplace 257/8 x 2613/16 x 93/8
Carton 325/8x 273/16 x 115/8
Weight, pounds
Fireplace 441/2lbs.
Shipping 48 lbs.
* For purposes of input adjustment
SERVICE HINTS
When Gas Pressure Is Too Low
• pilot will not stay lit
• burner will have delayed ignition
• heater will not produce specified heat
• propane gas supply may be low
When Gas Quality Is Bad
• pilot will not stay lit
• burner will produce flames and soot
• heater will backfire when lit
Youmayfeelyourgaspressureistoolowor
gas quality is bad. If so, contact your local
natural gas supplier.
TECHNICAL
SERVICE
You may have further questions about in-
stallation, operation, or troubleshooting.
If so, contact DESA International’s Techni-
calServiceDepartmentat1-800-DESALOG
(1-800-337-2564).
You can also visit DESA International’s
technical services web site at
www.desatech.com.
WIRING DIAGRAM
Switch
Black
Auto
Off
On Red
Red
White
Thermopile
Gas Control
TPTH TH
TPTH TP

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OWNER’S MANUAL
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn off heater
andletcoolbeforeservicing.Only
aqualifiedservicepersonshould
service and repair heater.
CAUTION: Never use a wire,
needle, or similar object to clean
ODS/pilot.ThiscandamageODS/
pilot unit.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. Ignitor electrode not connected to igni-
tor cable
2. Ignitor cable pinched or wet
3. Piezo ignitor nut is loose
4. Broken ignitor cable
5. Bad piezo ignitor
6. Ignitor electrode broken
7. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong
1. Gas supply turned off or manual shutoff
valve closed
2. Control knob not in PILOT position
3. Control knob not pressed in while in
PILOT position
4. Air in gas lines when installed
5. Depleted gas supply
6. ODS/pilot is clogged
7. Gas regulator setting is not correct
1. Control knob not fully pressed in
2. Control knob not pressedinlong enough
3. Manual shutoff valve not fully open
4. Pilot flame not touching thermocouple,
which allows thermocouple to cool,
causing pilot flame to go out. This prob-
lem could be caused by one or both of
the following:
A) Low gas pressure
B) Dirty or partially clogged ODS/pilot
5. Thermocouple connection loose at con-
trol valve
6. Thermocouple damaged
7. Control valve damaged
REMEDY
1. Reconnect ignitor cable
2. Free ignitor cable if pinched by any
metal or tubing. Keep ignitor cable dry
3. Tightennut holding piezoignitor to base
panel of log set. Nut is located behind
base panel.
4. Replace ignitor cable
5. Replace piezo ignitor
6. Replace piezo ignitor
7. Replace piezo ignitor
1. Turn on gas supply or open manual
shutoff valve
2. Turn control knob to PILOT position
3. Press in control knob while in PILOT
position
4. Continue holding down control knob.
Repeat igniting operation until air is re-
moved
5. Contact local propane gas company
6. Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and
Maintenance, page 17) or replace ODS/
pilot assembly
7. Replace gas control
1. Press in control knob fully
2. After ODS/pilot lights, keep control
knob pressed in 30 seconds
3. Fully open manual shut-off valve
4. A) Contact local propane gas company
B) Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and
Maintenance, page 17) or replace ODS/
pilot assembly
5. Hand tighten until snug, then tighten 1/4
turn more
6. Replace thermocouple
7. Replace control valve
OBSERVED PROBLEM
When ignitor button is pressed, there is no
spark at ODS/pilot
When ignitor button is pressed, there is
spark at ODS/pilot but no ignition
ODS/pilot lights but flame goes out when
control knob is released
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Note: All troubleshooting items are listed
in order of operation.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Continued
OBSERVED PROBLEM
Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit
Delayed ignition burner
Burner backfiring during combustion
Slightsmokeorodor during initial operation
Moisture/condensationnoticedonwindows
Heater produces a whistling noise when
burner is lit
Whitepowderresidueformingwithinburner
box or on adjacent walls or furniture
Remote does not function
REMEDY
1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte-
nance, page 17) or replace burner orifice
2. Contact local propane gas company
3. Replace burner orifice
4. Reconnect leads (see Wiring Diagram,
page 18)
5. Replace battery in transmitter and re-
ceiver
1. Contact local propane gas company
2. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte-
nance, page 17) or replace burner orifice
1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte-
nance, page 17) or replace burner orifice
2. Replace damaged burner
3. Replace gas control
1. Check burner for dirt and debris. If
found, clean burner (see Cleaning and
Maintenance, page 17)
2. Replace gas control
3. Problem will stop after a few hours of
operation
1. Refer to Air for Combustion and Venti-
lation requirements (page 5)
1. Turn control knob to LO position and
let warm up for a minute
2. Operateburner until airis removed from
line.Have gas linechecked by local pro-
pane gas company
3. Observe minimum installation clear-
ances (see pages 8 through 10)
4. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte-
nance, page 17) or replace burner orifice
1. Turn heater off when using furniture
polish, wax, carpet cleaners, or similar
products
1. Replace 9-volt batteries in receiver and
remote control
POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. Burner orifice clogged
2. Inlet gas pressure is too low
3. Burner orifice diameter is too small
4. Thermopile leads disconnected or im-
properly connected
5. Burner will not come on in remote posi-
tion
1. Manifold pressure is too low
2. Burner orifice clogged
1. Burner orifice is clogged or damaged
2. Damaged burner
3. Gas regulator defective
1. Not enough air
2. Gas regulator defective
3. Residues from manufacturing processes
and logs curing
1. Not enough combustion/ventilation air
1. Turning control knob to HI position
when burner is cold
2. Air in gas line
3. Air passageways on heater blocked
4. Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice
1. When heated, vapors fromfurniture pol-
ish, wax, carpet cleaners, etc. turn into
white powder residue
1. Battery is not installed. Battery power
is low
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