Desa VVF36 Quick start guide

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WARNING: If the information in this manual is not
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         
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— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
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• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any
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DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
PENINSULA MODELS (V)DVF36
TPNA-A(-HA)/TPNPA-A/TPNEA-A/TPNPEA-A
SEE-THRU MODELS (V)DVF36
TSTA-A(-HA)/TSTPA-A/TSTEA-A/TSTPEA-A
Peninsula Model
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SAFETy
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alteration, service or
maintenance can cause
   -
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for correct installation
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additional information
   -
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stalled in an aftermarket,*
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     
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   
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   
intended for use with
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State of Massachusetts:
The installation must
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    
the Commonwealth of
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known to the State of California
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IMPORTANT: Check local codes
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    -
    
    
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   
   
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TAbLE OF CONTENTS
Safety .................................................................. 2
Dimensions.......................................................... 5
Pre-Installation Preparation................................. 6
General Venting................................................... 9
Venting Installation..............................................11
Fireplace Installation.......................................... 21
Pilot/Electrode Assembly Adjustment ................ 26
Burner Flame Adjustment.................................. 26
Operating Guidelines and Maintenance ............ 27
Operation........................................................... 28
Specications .................................................... 30
Troubleshooting................................................. 31
Wiring Diagrams................................................ 33
Service Hints ..................................................... 33
Technical Service............................................... 33
Parts and Accessories....................................... 34
Replacement Parts............................................ 34
Warranty ..............................................Back Cover

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Models (V)DVF36TPNA/TPNPA series are
three-sided direct-vent gas replaces and
models (V)DVF36TSTA/TSTPA are two-sided
direct-vent gas replace heaters with sealed
combustion chambers.
Models (V)DVF36TPNEA/TPNPEA and
(V)DVF36STEA/TSTPEA use a direct spark
ignition with a 24 VAC control module. All
models have HI/LO valve that controls the
ame height. These units can be equipped
with louvers for circulating or with panels for
noncirculating operation.
Fan Kit models DVFFBK and DVFFBKT are
available for these units as an option. If you
are uncertain as to what gas your unit is
equipped for, please check the rating plate
located in the interior of the appliance open-
ing or consult your local DESA Heating, LLC
distributor.
   Early signs
of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the
u, with headaches, dizziness or nausea. If
you have these signs, the replace may not
be working properly. Get fresh air at once!
Have replace serviced. Some people are
more affected by carbon monoxide than oth-
ers. These include pregnant women, people
with heart or lung disease or anemia, those
under the inuence of alcohol and those at
high altitudes.
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propane/LP gas 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 replace.
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    
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
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Before beginning the installation of replace,
read these instructions through completely.
• This DESA Heating, LLC replace and its
components are safe when installed ac-
cording to this installation manual. Unless
you use DESA Heating, LLC components,
which have been designed and tested for
the replace system, you may cause a re
hazard.
• The DESA Heating, LLC warranty will be
voided by and DESA Heating, LLC dis-
claims any responsibility for the following
actions:
a. Modification of the fireplace, com-
ponents, doors, air inlet system and
damper control.
b. Use of any component part not manu-
factured or approved by DESA Heating,
LLC in combination with a DESA Heat-
ing, LLC replace system.
c) Installation and/or operation in a
manner other than instructed in this
manual.
d) 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 Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70.
The installation must conform to local codes,
or in the absence of local codes, with the
National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. This
appliance complies with ANSI Z21.50.
Proper installation is the most important step
in ensuring safe and continuous operation
of the replace. Consult the local building
codes as to the particular requirements
concerned with the installation of all factory
built replaces.
This replace must be installed by a qualied
(certied or licensed) service person. It has
a sealed gas combustion chamber that uses
a millivolt gas control valve with a millivolt
ignition system.
SAFETy
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adults away from hot surface to
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dren when they are in the room
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SAFETy
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1. 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.
2. 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
3. Never install the replace
• in a recreational vehicle
• in windy or drafty areas where curtains
or other combustible (ammable) objects
can make contact with the replace front
• in high trafc areas
4. Turn fireplace off and let cool before
servicing, installing or repairing. Only a
qualied service person should install,
service or repair this replace. Have re-
place inspected annually by a qualied
service person.
5. You must keep control compartments,
burners and circulating air passages
clean. More frequent cleaning may be
needed due to excessive lint and dust
from carpeting, bedding material, etc.
Turn off the gas valve and pilot light before
cleaning replace.
6. Have venting system inspected annu-
ally by a qualified service person. If
needed, have venting system cleaned or
repaired.
7. Do not use any solid fuels (wood, coal,
paper, cardboard, etc.) in this replace.
Use only the gas type indicated on re-
place nameplate.
8. Do not use replace if any part has been
exposed to or under water. Immediately
call a qualied service person to arrange
for replacement of the unit.
9. Do not operate replace if any log is broken.

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DIMENSIONS
FRONT VIEW
30"
(Opening)
25"
19
7
/
8
"
(Opening)
RIGHT SIDE
1
7
/
8
"
22
5
/
8
"
41
1
/
8
"
32"
(Opening) 1
7
/
8
"
39
3
/
4
"
26
3
/
8
"
3" 1" 3
1
/
2
"
22
5
/
8
"
34
3
/
4
"
3"
BACK VIEW
TOP VIEW
(Left Side)
(Right Side)
(Front)
(Back)
24"
11
15
/
16
10
1
/
2
"
1
1
/
2
"ø 1
1
/
2
"ø
10
1
/
2
"
FRONT VIEW
30"
(Opening)
24"
25"
RIGHT SIDE
22 5/8"
43 1/8"
32" (Opening) 1 7/8"
1 7/8"
BACK VIEW
39 3/4"
26 3/8"
3" 1" 2" 3"
22 5/8"
34 3/4"
TOP VIEW
(Left Side)
(Right Side)
(Front)
(Back)
24"
1115/16"
101/2"
ø11/2" ø11/2"
111/8"
Figure 1 - Peninsula Dimensions
Figure 2 - See-Thru Dimensions
10. Do not operate replace with glass door
removed, cracked or broken.
11. Provide adequate clearances around air
openings.
12. Fireplaces with the sufx of -HA have been
designed to operate at altitudes of 4000
SAFETy Continued
feet and above. For horizontal installa-
tions above 2,000 feet, it is recommended
that a 12" extension pipe be added before
starter elbow (see High Altitude Installa-
tion, page 19).

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PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION
CLEARANCES
Minimum clearances to combustibles for
replace are as follows:
*Back and sides of surround 0"
Vent Surfaces (side and bottom) 1"
Top Vent Surface (horizontal run) 2"
Ceiling to Opening 36"
Floor 0"
Wall to Front of Glass 36"
Perpendicular Wall to Opening of Unit 2"
Top Spacer 0"
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MANTEL CLEARANCES
Figure 3 - Direct-Vent Fireplace
Log Set
Upper
Louver
Panel
Lower
Louver
Panel
Figure 4 - Minimum Clearances
(Peninsula Shown)
CEILING
WALL
36" Min.
36" Min.
0" Floor
LOCATION AND SPACE
REQUIREMENTS
Determine the safest and most efcient loca-
tion for your DESA Heating, LLC direct-vent
replace. Make sure that rafters and wall
studs are not in the way of the venting system.
Choose a location where heat output is not
affected by drafts, air conditioning ducts, win-
dows or doors. Be aware of all restrictions and
precautions before deciding the exact location
for your replace and termination cap.
When deciding the location of your replace,
follow these rules:
• A projection may be ideal for a new addition
on an existing nished wall. Refer to hori-
zontal termination congurations on page
15 or vertical congurations on page 18.
• Do not connect fireplace venting to a
chimney ue serving a separate solid-fuel
burning replace or appliance.
• Due to high temperatures, do not locate
replace in high trafc areas, windy or drafty
areas or near furniture or draperies.
• Never obstruct front opening of appliance
or ow of combustion and ventilation air.
Keep control compartments accessible.
• Do not locate close to where gasoline or
other ammable liquids may be stored.
Appliance must be kept clear and free from
combustible materials.

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0"
36"
2"
Wall In Front Of Glass
36" Min.
Perpendicular
Wall 2" Min.
From Opening
Right Side
Surround
(0" Min.)
Left Side
Surround
(0" Min.)
TOP VIEW
Figure 6 - Mantel Clearances for
Peninsula and See-Thru Fireplaces
(Peninsula Shown)
21" Min.
15" Min.
12" Min.
4"
Min.
7" Min.
1
1
/ 2 " Max.
UNIT
Spacer
2 x 4
Combustible
Material May
Be Used
Drywall (Gypsum
Board, Sheetrock, etc.)
Safe Zone for
Projection of
Combustible
Material
Woodwork, such as wood trims, mantels and
other combustible materials should not be
placed within 7" of the opening of replace
(see Figure 6).
Combustible material above projecting more
than 1 1/2" from appliance’s front face must
not be placed less than 15" from opening
of appliance, (ref. NFPA Standard 211 Sec.
7-3.3.3)
PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION
Continued
Figure 5 - Minimum Clearances
(See-Thru Shown)
Combustible Material Drywall
2 x 4
Stud
Minimum 1" Clearance from
Side (Only for See-Thru)
FRAMING
Once nal location has been determined,
observing clearances for vent termination,
you may construct framing using dimensions
shown in Figures 7 thru 13 depending on your
particular installation
If appliance is to be installed directly on car-
peting, tile (other than ceramic), or any com-
bustible material other than wood ooring, the
appliance must be installed upon a metal or
wood panel extending the full width and depth
of the appliance. There are three holes on
each side of the bottom of unit where screws
can be used to secure unit to oor.
Figure 7 - Rough Opening for Installing
Peninsula Fireplace
39
3
/
4
" Min.
40
1
/
2
"
23
5
/
8
"
39
3
/
4
"
Min.
40
1
/
2
"
23
5
/
8
"
*
Figure 8 - Rough Opening for Installing
Peninsula Fireplace on Platform
* As required by design as long as
ceiling clearance is maintained.
Platform
Must Be
Solid, Flat,
and Fully
Supported

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PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION
Continued
39
3
/
4
"
Min.
43
1
/
4
"
24"
Figure 9 - Rough Opening for Installing
See-Thru Fireplace
3"
1" Dia. Hole
3"
2" Dia. Hole
1"
2"
Figure 10 - Hole Locations For Gas Line
and Electric Wires for Peninsula and
See-Thru Fireplaces
Height
Depends On
Installation
10"
Square Min.
Figure 12 - Rough Opening for Installing
Exterior Vent Terminal
Vertical
Height
Depends on
Installation
26
3
/ 8 "
Horizontal
Length Depends
on Installation
90
o
Elbow
45
o
Elbow
Figure 13 - Vent Opening Height
Figure 11 - Alternate Gas Supply
Location
11
15
/
16
"
10
1
/
2
"
20
3
/
16
"
1
1
/
2
"
The gas supply line may be connected through
side framing or alternately through lower sub-
ooring or a platform base if provided (see
Figures 10 and 11). Depending on installation,
refer to appropriate illustrations.

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GENERAL VENTING
• There must not be any obstruction such
as bushes, garden sheds, fences, decks,
or utility buildings within 24" from the front
of the termination cap.
• Do not locate termination cap where exces-
sive snow or ice build up may occur. Be
sure to clear vent termination area after
snow falls to prevent accidental blockage of
venting system. When using snow blowers,
do not direct snow towards vent termination
area.
VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCES
The nal position of your appliance depends
on the location of the vent termination in rela-
tion to the clearances that must be observed
as shown in Figure 14, page 10.
You may avoid extra framing by positioning
your replace against an already existing
framing member. The back of the replace
may be positioned directly against a com-
bustible wall.
*Check with local codes. In the USA, follow
the current National Fuel Gas Fuel Gas Code,
ANS Z223.1 also known as NFPA 54.
These models are approved for use with
DESA Heating, LLC 58 Series, rigid type direct
vent pipe as supplied by DESA Heating, LLC
or with approved types of exible vent pipe
(not supplied) when appropriate sized for an
8" outer and 5" inner diameter application.
Your replace is approved to be vented either
through the side wall, or vertically using the
following guidelines:
• Only use DESA Heating, LLC supplied or
approved types of venting components
or kits. Do not mix different types of vent
components, modify vent components or
custom fabricate vent components for use
in any one installation.
• Minimum clearance between vent pipes
and combustible materials is 1", except
where stated otherwise.
• Combustible material may be ush with
the top front of replace with a maximum
thickness of 3/4".
• Do not recess venting terminals into a wall
or siding.
• Do not install vent terminals below grade
level. Maintain a minimum height of 12"
above snow line.
• Do not terminate venting system into an
attic or garage.
• If using a venting conguration of only
horizontal venting with no vertical run, a
1/4" rise for every 12" of run toward the
termination is required.

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Closed Openable Fixed
Closed
V
V
V
V
VV
V
V
X
X
VX
G
G
J
F
B
B
K
N
H
I
A
N
E
L
D
B
M
A
C
B
V
V
A
G
G
B
TERMINATION CAP AIR SUPPLY INLET GAS METER RESTRICTED AREA
(TERMINATION PROHIBITED)
A = clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or
balcony [*12" (30.5 cm) minimum]
B = clearance to window or door that may be opened
[6" (15 cm) min. for 10,000 Btu or less; 9" (23 cm) in US
if between 10,000 and 50,000, 12" (30 cm) in Canada
if between 10,000 and 100,000; 12" (30 cm) in US if
greater than 50,000, 36" (91 cm) in Canada if greater
than 100,000]
C = clearance to permanently closed window
[minimum 12" (30.5 cm) recommended to prevent
condensation on window]
D = vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the
terminal within a horizontal distance of 24" (61 cm) from
the center-line of the terminal [18" (45.7 cm) minimum]
E = clearance to unventilated soffit [12" (30.5 cm) minimum]
F = clearance to outside corner (see below)
G = clearance to inside corner (see below)
H = *not to be installed above a meter/regulator assembly
within 36" (91.4 cm) horizontally from the center line
of the regulator
I = clearance to service regulator vent outlet [*72" (182.9 cm)
minimum]
J = clearance to non-mechanical air supply inlet to building
or the combustion air inlet to any other fireplace
[6" (15 cm) min. for 10,000 Btu or less; 9" (23 cm) in US
if between 10,000 and 50,000, 12" (30 cm) in Canada
if between 10,000 and 100,000; 12" (30 cm) in US if
greater than 50,000, 36" (91 cm) in Canada if greater
than 100,000]
K = clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet [*In Canada,
6 ft. (1.83m) minimum; In US 3 ft. (91 cm) above if within
10 ft. (3 m) horizontally]
L = † clearance above paved side-walk or a paved driveway
located on public property [*84" (213.3 cm) minimum]
M = clearance under veranda, porch, deck
[*12" (30.5 cm) minimum ‡]
N = clearance above a roof shall extend a minimum of
24" (61 cm) above the highest point when it passes
through the roof surface and any other obstruction within
a horizontal distance of 18" (45.7 cm)
† vent shall not terminate directly above a side-walk or paved driveway which is located between two
single family dwellings and serves both dwellings*
‡ only permitted if veranda, porch, deck or balconey is fully open on a minimum of 2 sides beneath the floor*
* as specified in CAN/CSA B149 (.1 or .2) Installation Codes (1991) for Canada and U.S.A.
Note: Local codes or regulations may require different clearances
A = 6" (15.2 cm)
Inside Corner
V
B
E
V
B = 6" (15.2 cm)
C = Maximum depth of 48" (121.9 cm)
for recessed location
D = Minimum width for back wall of
recessed location -
Combustible - 38" (965 mm)
Noncombustible - 24" (61 cm)
E = Clearance from corner in
recessed location-
Combustible - 6" (15.2 cm)
Noncombustible - 2" (5.1 cm)
Outside Corner Recessed Location
G
H
G = 12" (30.5 cm) minimum clearance
Balcony with No Side Wall
V
J
Combustible &
Noncombustible
H = 24" (61 cm)
J = 20" (50.8 cm)
Balcony with Perpendicular Side Wall
C
D
C
Termination Clearances for Buildings with Combustible and Noncombustible Exteriors
Openable
Figure 14 - Minimum Clearances for Vent Terminations
GENERAL VENTING
Continued