Desa GL36CL Quick start guide

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36" CORNER UNIT, B-VENT DECORATIVE GAS FIREPLACE
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
FOR YOUR SAFETY
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vapors or 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;
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(V)GL36CR(E) Right Side
Corner, Natural Gas
(V)GL36CRP(E) Right Side
Corner, Propane/LP
(V)GL36CL(E) Left Side
Corner, Natural Gas
(V)GL36CLP(E) Left Side
Corner, Propane/LP Gas

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SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, altera-
tion, service or maintenance can cause injury or prop-
erty damage. Refer to this manual for correct installation
and operational procedures. For assistance or addi-
tional information consult a qualied installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL
CHECK LOCAL CODES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
SAVE THIS BOOK
This book is valuable. In addition to instructing you on
how to install and maintain your appliance, it also con-
tains information that will enable you to obtain replace-
ment parts or optional accessory items when needed.
Keep it with your other important papers.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* per-
manently manufactured (mobile) home, where not pro-
hibited by state or local codes. This appliance is only for
use with the type of gas indicated on rating plate. This
appliance is not convertible for use with other gases,
unless a certied kit is used and installed by a qualied
technician.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Information ............................................... 2
Dimensions.......................................................... 4
Introduction.......................................................... 5
Selecting Location ............................................... 5
Fireplace Installation............................................ 6
Operating Fireplace............................................11
Inspecting Burner .............................................. 13
Cleaning and Maintenance................................ 14
Technical Service............................................... 14
Specications .................................................... 15
Wiring Diagrams................................................ 15
Troubleshooting................................................. 16
Replacement Parts and Accessories................. 18
Limited Warranty .................................Back Cover

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This replace is a vented product. This replace
will not produce any gas leakage into your home if
properly installed. This replace must be properly
installed by a qualied service person. If this unit is
not properly installed by a qualied service person,
gas leakage can occur.
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carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the u, with
headaches, dizziness or nausea. If you have these
signs, the replace may not have been installed
properly. Get fresh air at once! Have replace
inspected and serviced by a qualified service
person. 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 inuence of alcohol and
those at high altitudes.
Propane/LP gas and natural gas are both odorless.
An odor-making agent is added to each of these
gases. The odor helps you detect a gas leak. How-
ever, the odor added to these gases 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 replace.
WARNING: Any change to
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1. This appliance is only for use with the type
of gas indicated on the rating plate. This ap-
pliance is not convertible for use with other
gases.
2. For propane/LP replace, do not place propane/
LP supply tank(s) inside any structure. Locate
propane/LP supply tank(s) outdoors. To prevent
performance problems, do not use propane/LP
fuel tank of less than 100 lbs. capacity.
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
• if you cannot reach you gas supplier, call the
re department.
4. Never install the replace
• in a recreational vehicle
• where curtains, furniture, clothing or other
ammable objects are less than 42" from
the front, top or sides of the replace
• in high trafc areas
• in windy or drafty areas
5. This replace reaches high temperatures. Keep
children and adults away from hot surfaces to
avoid burns or clothing ignition. Fireplace will
remain hot for a time after shutdown. Allow
surfaces to cool before touching.
6. Carefully supervise young children when they
are in the room with replace.
7. A hearth extension is not required with this
appliance. If one is installed, it is for aesthetic
purposes only and does not have to meet the
standard requirements.
8. Turn replace off and let cool before servicing
or repairing. Only a qualied service person
should install, service or repair this replace.
Have replace inspected annually by a quali-
ed service person.
9. You must keep control compartments, burn-
ers and circulating air passages clean. More
frequent cleaning may be needed due to ex-
cessive lint and dust from carpeting, bedding
material, etc. Turn off the gas valve and pilot
light before cleaning replace.
10. Have venting system inspected annually by a
qualied service person. If needed, have vent-
ing system cleaned or repaired. See Cleaning
and Maintenance, page 14.

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11. Keep the area around your replace clear of
combustible materials, gasoline and other
ammable vapor and liquids. Do not run re-
place where these are used or stored. Do not
place items such as clothing or decorations on
or around replace.
12. Do not use this replace to cook food or burn
paper or other objects.
13. Do not use any solid fuels (wood, coal, paper,
cardboard, etc.) in this replace. Use only the
gas type indicated on replace nameplate.
14. This appliance, when installed, must be electri-
cally grounded in accordance with local codes
or, in the absence of local codes, with the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or
the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.
15. Do not obstruct the ow of combustion and
ventilation air in any way. Provide adequate
clearances around air openings into the combus-
tion chamber along with adequate accessibility
clearance for servicing and proper operation.
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16. Do not install replace directly on carpeting,
vinyl tile or any combustible material other
than wood. The replace must set on a metal
or wood panel extending the full width and
depth of the replace.
17. Do not use replace if any part has been ex-
posed to or under water. Immediately call a
qualied service person to arrange for replace-
ment of the unit.
18. Do not operate replace if any log is broken.
19. Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger
insert or other accessory not approved for use
with this replace.
20. Provide adequate clearances around air
openings.
SIDE VIEW
FRONT VIEW
TOP VIEW
4 1/2"
12" 2 1/2"
24"
40"
36 1/2"
8"
37 1/2"
3 1/4"
40"
9 1/2"
2 1/2"
24"
BACK VIEW
16" 12"
5 1/4"
5 1/2"
9"
13"
2 1/2"
20 1/2"
23"
19 1/4"
19 3/8"
20 5/8"
6"
24"
19 1/4"
4"
6" O.D.
16"
52 1/2"
DIMENSIONS
Figure 1 - Fireplace Dimensions

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Figure 2 - Typical Two Sided Fireplace
Installation
INTRODUCTION
Models (V)GL36CR(P)/CL(P) are decorative
gas replaces that use a millivolt gas control
valve with millivolt ignition system. Models
(V)GL36CR(P)E/CL(P)E use an electronic gas
control valve with electronic ignition system.
These systems require a 6" B-type vent that is not
supplied by DESA. For installation guidelines,
check your B-vent instructions.
WARNING: This gas appli-
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If you are uncertain as to what gas your unit is
approved and tested for, check rating plate on
inside of replace opening or consult your local
distributor of DESA products.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Before beginning the installation of your appli-
ance, read these instructions through completely.
This DESA appliance and its approved compo-
nents are safe when installed according to this
installation manual and are operated as recom-
mended by DESA. Unless you use DESA approved
components tested for this appliance, YOU MAY
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The DESA warranty will be voided by and DESA dis-
claims any responsibility for the following actions :
A) Modication of the appliance or any of the
components manufactured by DESA unless
otherwise permitted by DESA.
B) Use of any component part not approved by
DESA in combination with this appliance.
C) Installation and/or operation in a manner other
than instructed in this manual.
D) The burning of anything other than the type of
gas approved for use in this gas appliance.
This appliance, when installed, must be electrically
grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with the National Electri-
cal Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-1987 and the CSA C22.1
Canadian Electrical Code for Canada.
The installation must conform with local codes
or, in the absence of local codes, with the current
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54
or with the current CAN/CGA B149 Installation
Codes for Canada.
This appliance complies with ANSI Z21.50B-
1990 and CAN/CGA-2.22-M89 as a Vented Gas
Appliance and is listed and tested by the Omni
Test Laboratories.
WARNING: Installation and
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NOTICE: This appliance is not
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source of heat.
SELECTING LOCATION
To determine the safest and most efcient location
for your appliance, you must take into consider-
ation the following guidelines:
1. The location must allow for proper clearances
(see Clearances, page 6).
2. The location should be in a place where drafts,
air conditioning ducts, windows or doors will
not affect replace heat output.
3. A location that avoids the cutting of joists
or roof rafters will make installation easier.
Figure 2 shows a typical two-sided replace
installation.
Existing
Side
Wall
4" From Opening to
Perpendicular Wall
Access
Control Panel