Desa VANGUARD V36NCR User manual

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36” Open Corner Non-Circulating (Smooth Face)
Wood Burning Fireplace
Models: V36NCR Right Side Open
V36NCL Left Side Open
VI36NCR Right Side Opening (Fully Insulated)
VI36NCL Left Side Opening (Fully Insulated)
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
This Fireplace is approved for use as a Wood Burning Fireplace or
for use with a vented gas log approved to ANS Z21.60, Z21.84 or
RGA 2-72 Standards or for use with a vent-free gas log heater
approved to ANS Z21.11.2 standard. A DESA hood must be installed
when using a vent-free gas log set (See accessories on pg. 11).
WARNING: ALWAYS LEAVE GLASS DOORS
FULLY OPENED OR FULLY CLOSED WHEN
OPERATING THIS FIREPLACE.
DESA INTERNATIONAL
2701 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE
P.O. BOX 90024
BOWLING GREEN, KY 42102-9004
www.desatech.com
PN 106480-01
REV A
6/00
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CONTENTS
1. SAFETY INFORMATION --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 2
2. GLOSSARY --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 2
3. INTRODUCTION --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 2
4. BEFORE YOU BEGIN --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 2
5. SELECTING LOCATION --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 2
6. MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 3
7. INSTALLING THE FIREPLACE --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 3
8. HEARTH EXTENSION --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 3
9. OUTSIDE AIR KIT --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 4
10. GAS LINE INSTALLATION --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 4
11. VENT FREE GAS LOG INSTALLATION --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 5
12. COLD CLIMATE INSTALLATIONS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 5
13. CHIMNEY PIPE --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 6-7
14. PENETRATING THE ROOF --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 8
15. FLASHING INSTALLATION --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 9
16. STORM COLLAR INSTALLATIONS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 9
17. TERMINATIONS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 9
18. FINISHING THE FIREPLACE --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 10
19. MANTEL CLEARANCES --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 10
17. REPLACEMENT AND ACCESSORY PARTS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PG. 11
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GLOSSARY:
a) Flush Installations – a type of installation where the front
face of the fireplace is even or leveled with the wall.
b) Chase Installation – a type of installation where the
chimney is enclosed.
c) Perpendicular Side Wall – applies to the minimum
clearance between the sidewall and fireplace opening.
d) Combustible Material – a type of material that is
flammable.
e) Nailing Flange – the extended part on both sides of the
fireplace face that secures the fireplace.
f) Termination – a cap that is placed at the end of the
chimney pipe.
g) Outside Air Kit – a combustion air inlet that allows
combustion air to enter the firebox area through a duct.
h) K-Factor – the thermal conductivity value that is given to
a particular material.
INTRODUCTION:
This fireplace model is a wood burning fireplace intended and
approved for installation in either residential homes or
buildings of standard construction. This fireplace system
requires the utilization of DESA 8 inch, double-wall, and
snap-lock flue pipe system. Optional glass doors in several
finishes are available for this fireplace (See Replacement and
Accessories parts on page 11).
BEFORE YOU BEGIN:
Before beginning the installation of your fireplace, read these
instructions:
•All DESA components and fireplaces are safe when
installed according to this manual. Use of any
components that have not been designed and tested for
this fireplace system may cause a fire hazard.
•The DESA warranty will be voided by and DESA
disclaims any responsibility for the following actions:
a) Modification of the fireplace, components, doors,
chimney system, air inlet system, damper control, etc.
b) Use of any component part not manufactured or
approved by DESA in combination with a DESA
fireplace system.
PROPER INSTALLATION is the most important step in
ensuring safe and continuous operation of this fireplace.
SELECTING LOCATION:
To determine the safest and most efficient location for your
fireplace, consider the following guidelines:
•The location must allow for all proper clearances (see
page 3).
•The location should be in a place where the fireplace will
not be affected by drafts such as air condition ducts,
windows or doors.
•A location that avoids the cutting of joists or roof rafters
makes installation easier.
•If an outside air kit is to be installed, accessibility to
outside combustion air must be considered. In some
cases, this can be achieved through a vented crawl space.
For more details, see section on outside air kit installation
on page 4.
•If a gas line is to be installed, consider the location of gas
supply.
WARNING: SAFETY INFORMATION
•Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable
vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
•Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be
located out of traffic and away from furniture and
draperies.
•Do not place clothing or other flammable materials on
or near the appliance.
•
N
EVER leave children unattended when a fire is
burning in the fireplace.
•Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, services
or maintenance can cause injury, property damage, or
loss of life. Refer to this manual for assistance or
additional information. Consult a qualified installer or
local distributor.
•Check local and applicable codes before installing this
fireplace.
•This wood burning fireplace complies with the UL
127 standard as a FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE.
•Do not install a fireplace insert in this firebox unless
the manufacturer’s instructions with the insert
specifically state this firebox has been tested for use
with the insert.
•This fireplace is not intended to be used as a substitute
for a furnace to heat an entire home. Use for
supplementary heating only.
•This model is not for use in manufactured housing
(mobile homes).
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MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES:
•Back and sides of fireplace …………………….. ¾” min.
•Top spacers …………………………………….. 0” min.
•Perpendicular side wall to opening of unit ……. 18” min.
•Bottom of fireplace to floor
(see step 2 under installing a fireplace) ……….... 0” min.
•Mantel clearances ………………………… see page 10
•Chimney outer pipe surfaces …………………. 2” min.
•Chase inside dimension …………………… 16-1/2” min.
INSTALLING THE FIREPLACE:
STEP 1: Frame the opening for the fireplace using the
dimensions shown in figures 1 & 2.
STEP 2: If the fireplace is to be installed directly on carpeting,
tile (other than ceramic), or any combustible material other
than wood flooring; the fireplace must be installed upon a
metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the
fireplace.
STEP 3: Set the fireplace directly in front of this opening and
slide the unit back until the nailing flanges touch the side
framing.
STEP 4: Check the level of the fireplace and shim with sheet
metal if necessary.
STEP 5: Before securing fireplace to prepared framing, the
ember protector (provided), must be placed between hearth
extensions (not supplied), and under the bottom front edge of
the fireplace to protect against glowing embers falling
through. If the fireplace is to be installed on a raised platform,
a Z-type ember protector (not supplied) must be fabricated to
fit your required platform height. The ember protector should
extend under the fireplace a minimum of 1”. The ember
protector should be made of galvanized sheet metal (28 Ga.
minimum) to prevent corrosion (see figure 4).
STEP 6: Secure the fireplace to the framing through flanges
located on the sides of the fireplace (see figure 3).
HEARTH EXTENSION:
A hearth extension is required to protect the combustible floor
constructed in front of the fireplace. The hearth extension is
not included and must be fabricated. The hearth extension
must project at least 12 inches one side and 20 inches on the
other side of the fireplace opening (see drawing on front
cover).
WARNING: Do not pack air spaces with insulation or
any other material. Do not obstruct fireplace openings (ie.
louvers, etc.) with any type of facing material.
Combustible material must not be in contact with the back
front face of the fireplace.
Figure 1 FRAMING DIMENSIONS
Figure 2 CORNER INSTALLATION
Figure 3 NAILING FLANGES
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The hearth extension must be made of non-combustible,
inorganic material having an effective thermal conductivity
“K” of 0.84 BTU IN/FT.HR.F (or less) at 1 inch thick.
Thermal conductivity “K” of materials can be obtained from
the manufacturer of the non-combustible material. The
minimum required thickness for any material could be
obtained by the following formula:
K factor at 1 inch = thickness required
0.84
For example, if the material selected has a K factor of 0.25,
such as a glass fiber, the following formula would apply:
0.25 = 0.30 thickness required
0.84
If the hearth extension is to be covered, use non-combustible
material such as tile, slate, brick, concrete, metal, glass,
marble, stone etc. Provide a means to prevent the hearth
extension from shifting and seal the gap between the fireplace
frame and hearth extension with a non-combustible material
(see figure 4).
OPTIONAL OUTSIDE AIR KIT (MODELS AK4 OR
AK4F):
The outside air kit must be installed during the rough framing
of the fireplace due to the nature of its location. Outside
combustion air can be accessed through an exterior wall
(Model AK4) or a vented crawl space (Model AK4F). See
figure 5 and Accessories on page 11.
Avoid installing outside air eyebrow in areas where inlet
opening may be blocked by snow, bushes or other obstacles.
It should also be located beyond the reach of children. The
maximum height of air inlet above platform of fireplace is 3 ft.
below the termination flue gas outlet.
For further details on the installation of the outside air kit,
please refer to the instructions included with the air kit. For
operating instructions please refer to your owner’s manual.
The outside air handle is located at the left-hand side of the
fireplace refractory (see figure 6, Model V(I)36NCR shown).
To close, pull down; to open, push up. Always open the
mechanism when starting a fire to provide adequate outside
combustion air. Close the mechanism when not in use to
prevent cold air from entering the room.
GAS LINE INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL):
Gas line hook up should be done by your supplier or a
qualified service person.
NOTE: Before you proceed, make sure your gas supply is
turned off.
WARNING: HEARTH EXTENSION IS TO BE
INSTALLED ONLY AS DESCRIBED.
Figure 5 AIR KIT INSTALLATION
CAUTION: AIR DUCTS MUST NOT TERMINATE
IN ATTIC SPACE OR GARAGE.
Figure 4 HEARTH EXTENSIONS
Figure 6 AIR KIT DAMPER ROD
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