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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
55508
Rev. B
08/99
ARISTOCRAT™
MODELV36E
WOOD-BURNINGFIREBOX
VET-8DM or
VETL-8DM
TERMINATION
17
1
/ 2 "
16
3
/ 4 "
35
3
/ 4 "
HEARTH
EXTENSION
52" X 16"
OUTSIDE AIR
(LEFT SIDE ONLY)
1" X 33" LONG FIBERGLASS
INSULATION REQUIRED
(BOTH ENDS) BETWEEN NAILING
FLANGE AND WOOD FRAMING
SPACER
STORM
COLLAR
12
3
/ 8 "
OUTER PIPE
41''
36''
33
1
/ 8 "
22
1
/ 8 ''
40
1
/ 4 "
8"
9
1
/ 2 ''
9"
19
5
/ 8 "
GAS LINE
KNOCK-OUT
AIR KIT
KNOCK-OUT
22
1
/ 16 ''
5/8''
13
1
/ 16 ''
4
7
/ 8 "
3/4" MIN. CLEARANCE
ALL AROUND EXCEPT
AT NAILING FLANGE
TOP OF
0" TO
0" TO
FLOOR
NO COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL ON FRONT
FACE
DRYWALL CAN COME
UP TO OUTER PERIMETER
OF FRONT FACE
FIRESTOP
FLASHING
ROUND TOP
TERMINATION
(VRTL-8DM)
2 IN. MIN.
AIR SPACE TO
COMBUSTIBLES
AROUND PIPE
8" EACH
SIDE
14" MIN. TO
ADJACENT WALL
3" IF USING
PWS-36 WALL SHIELD
Model
Serial No.
Date Purchased
DESA INTERNATIONAL,
2701 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE
P.O. BOX 90004
BOWLING GREEN, KY
42102-9004
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Figure 1
INTRODUCTION
Before beginning the installation of your fireplace, read these
instructions through completely.
These DESA International components and this fireplace are de-
signed and manufactured for satisfactory performance when in-
stalled and used according to this manual. Unless you use DESA
International components, which have been designed and tested for
this fireplace system, you may cause a fire hazard.
Careless or improper operation may also cause a fire hazard.
The DESA International warranty does not cover, and DESA Inter-
national disclaims any responsibility for, damage or malfunction
caused by the following actions.
A)Modification of the fireplace, components, doors, air inlet sys-
tem and damper control.
B) Use of any component part not manufactured or approved by
DESA International in combination with an DESA International
fireplace system.
This wood burning fireplace complies with UL 127 as a
FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE and is listed and tested by
Underwriters Laboratory Inc.
This model is not for use in mobile homes.
MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES
Framing and enclosures may safely make direct contact with the
spacers on the top of the fireplace. The fireplace may sit directly on
combustible flooring. The fireplace opening must not be less than
14" from a combustible, perpendicular sidewall (see front cover). A
2"minimumair space clearancebetweencombustible materials and
the chimney must be absolutely maintained. A 16 1/2inch inside
chase dimension is recommended as a minimum size. A 3/4 inch air
space is required around back and sides of fireplace.
This firebox is not intended to be used as a substitute for a
furnace to heat an entire home. Use for supplementary
heating only.
WARNING: DO NOT PACK REQUIRED CLEARANCE
SPACESWITHINSULATIONOROTHERMATERIALS.
HEIGHT
Theminimum height ofthe chimney, measuredfrom the baseof the
fireplace to the flue gas outlet, is 14 feet for straight flues or a flue
with one elbow set. For the systems with two-elbow sets, the
minimumheightis22feet.The maximumheightofanysystemis60
feet; this measurement includes the fireplace, chimney sections and
the effective height of the termination assembly
INSTALLING THE FIREPLACE
STEP 1: Frame the opening for the fireplace using dimensions
shown in Figures 1, 2, or 3.
STEP 2: Set the fireplace directly in front of this opening and slide
back until the nailing flanges on each side are about 1/4" away from
thepreparedwoodframing. Beforesecuringtowoodframing,make
surethefiberglassinsulationstrip(provided)isplacebetweenframe
and nailing flange (see illustration on front cover).
41
3
/ 4 "
42
1
/ 4 "
22
7
/ 8 "
10
1
/ 4 "
Maintain 3/4"
air space between
framing and
fireplace.
13
1
/ 4 "
MIN 43
7
/ 8 "
MIN
41
3
/ 4 "
MIN
62
3
/ 16 "
MIN
Figure 2
Figure 3
Maintain 3/4"
air space between
framing and
fireplace.
10
1
/ 2 "
MIN
14
5
/ 16 "
MIN
24
3
/ 4 "
4"
FRAMING DIMENSIONS AT 30°
STEP 3: Check the level of the fireplace and shim with sheet metal
spacers if necessary.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
• Do not store or use gasoline or any other flam-
mablevaporsorliquidsinthe vicinityof thisor any
other appliance.
• Duetohightemperatures, the appliance should be
located out of traffic and away from furniture and
draperies.
• Donot placeclothingor otherflammablematerials
on or near the appliance.
• NEVER leave children unattended when a fire is
burning in the firebox.
WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUST-
MENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE
CANCAUSEINJURY,PROPERTYDAMAGE,ORLOSS
OF LIFE. REFER TO THIS MANUAL. FOR ASSIS-
TANCEOR ADDITIONALINFORMATIONCONSULT A
QUALIFIED INSTALLER OR LOCAL DISTRIBUTOR.
WARNING: THIS FIREBOX IS INTENDED FOR USE
WITH WOOD, OR IF A VENT-FREE OR DECORATIVE
GAS APPLIANCE IS INSTALLED, BURN PROPANE
OR NATURAL GAS ONLY.
CHECK LOCAL CODES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION

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V12S-8DM
SUPPORT
30 FT. 30 FT.
RETURN
ELBOW
V12S-8DM
SUPPORT
STEP 4: When the fireplace is installed upon a combustible floor a
galvanizedsheet emberprotector (provided) mustbe installedbetween
thefireplaceandthehearthextensionasillustratedinFigure16,page6.
STEP 5: Secure the fireplace to the framing through the flanges
located on the sides on the fireplace with 8-penny nails.
NOTE: The 3/4" clearance is not required at the nailing flange (see
Figure 18).
ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLING YOUR
DOUBLE-WALL CHIMNEY SYSTEM
Eachdoublewallchimneysectionconsistsofanouterpipe,fluepipe
and one wire spacer. The pipe sections are not united and must be
assembled independently as the chimney is installed. When starting
the chimney directly on the fireplace, the flue pipe section must be
installed first, with the hemmed end down. The outer pipe section
canthen be installedover theflue pipesectionwith thehemmed end
up (see Figure 4).
Press down on each pipe section until the lances on the lower end
securely engage the knurl on the fireplace starting collar. The wire
spacer will assure the proper figure spacing between the inner and
outer pipe sections.
WARNING:THEOPENINGSINTHECOLLARAROUND
THE BASE OF THE CHIMNEY AT THE TOP OF THE
FIREPLACE MUST NOT BE OBSTRUCTED. NEVER
USE BLOWN INSULATION TO FILL THE CHIMNEY
ENCLOSURE (SEE FIGURE 5).
Continue to assemble chimney sections as outlined above, making
sure that both inner outer pipe sections are locked together. When
installing double wall "snap lock" chimney together, it is important
toassurethejointsbetweenthechimney'ssectionsarelocked.Check
by pulling chimney upward after locking. The chimney will not
come apart if properly locked. It is not necessary to add screws to
keep the chimney together.
LINEAL GAIN CHART
PART # NO. DESCRIPTION LINEAL GAIN
V36E FIREPLACE 40"
V12-8DM PIPE SECTION 10 5/8"
V18-8DM PIPE SECTION 16 5/8"
V24-8DM PIPE SECTION 23 5/8"
V36-8DM PIPE SECTION 34 5/8"
V48-8DM PIPE SECTION 46 5/8"
VRTL-8DM ROUND TOP TERMINATION 6"
VETL-8DM CHASE TERMINATION 1" to 12"
FIRESTOP SPACERS
Firestop spacers are required at each point where the chimney
penetrates a floor or ceiling joist space. Their purpose is two fold;
they establish and maintain the required clearance between the
chimney and combustible materials.
Figure 6 Figure 7
Figure 5
They also provide complete separation from one floor space to
another floor or attic space as required by most codes.
Whenthedoublewallpipepassesthroughaframedopeningintoanattic
space, the firestop must be place into the attic floor as in Figure 6.
When the pipe passes through a framed opening into a living space
above, the firestop must be placed onto the ceiling from below as in
Figure 7.
SUPPORT SECTIONS
Thechimneysupportsectionisa4-strap12"lengthofpipe.Achimney
support is required every 30 feet above the fireplace after a straight
chimneyrun,oraboveareturnelbowafter a straightchimneyrun(see
Figure 8). This support is designed to relieve the extra weight load on
the fireplace and elbow when high chimneys are installed.
Figure 8
Figure 4
8 IN.
STAINLESS
INNER PIPE
HEMMED
END
12
3
/ 8 GALVANIZED
OUTER PIPE
LINEAL GAIN:
THE ACTUAL
MEASURABLE
LENGTH OF A
PART AFTER
TWO OR MORE
PARTS ARE
CONNECTED.
FIREPLACE
COLLAR KEEP THIS
AREA OPEN

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RISE AND OFFSETS
A B 48 36 18 12 A B 48 36 18 12 12S
43/8163/8 41
1
/ 4 80
1
/ 4 111 1
9
3
/4251/214586
3
/421
123/4303/41
46
3
/ 4 89
1
/ 2 1111
15 343/42
51 97 11 1
18 40 1 1
53
1
/ 4 101 21 1
211/4461/41
56
1
/ 4 106
1
/ 4 21
233/4491/412
59
1
/ 4 111
1
/ 2 111 1
273/4563/41
61
3
/ 4 115
1
/ 2 211
30 603/411
64
3
/ 4 120
3
/ 4 211
33 66 1 1
68
1
/ 4 127 12 1
36 71 1 1
70 130 2111
381/475 2
74
1
/ 4 137
1
/ 2 12 11
763/41411/2121 1
793/41463/441
INSTRUCTIONS WHEN OFFSET OF CHIMNEY IS
NEEDED TO INSTALL ELBOWS
1. To achieve desired offset, you may install combinations of 12",
18", 36", and 48" lengths of double wall pipe (See Rise and Off-
sets Chart and Figures 9 and 11).
2. Chimney weight above offset rests on return elbow. Straps must
be securely nailed to rafter or joists (see Figure 10 and DetailsA
& B).
3. Maximum length of pipe between supports (return elbow or
V12S-8DM) is 6' of angled run. Maximum of two (2) 6' angled
run section per chimney system (Figure 11).
NOTE: ANY OFFSET
GREATER THAN 6 FEET YOU
MUST USE A V12S-8DM.
Figure 9
A
B
6 ft.
max.
CEILING
SUPPORT
PIPE
V12S-8DM 2"
MINIMUM
ANGLE
FIRESTOP
DETAIL B
SEE
DETAIL B
INSTALL SUPPORT 12S-8DM
AT 30 FT. LEVEL
DETAIL A
SEE
DETAIL A
RETURN
ELBOW
Figure 10
OFFSET
ELBOW OFFSET
ELBOW
OFFSET
ELBOW
OFFSET
ELBOW
OFFSET
ELBOW
RETURN
ELBOW
RETURN
ELBOW RETURN
ELBOW
RETURN
ELBOW
CEILING
SUPPORT
PIPE
V12S-8DM
RETURN
ELBOW
6' MAX 6' MAX
6' MAX
6' MAX6' MAX
6' MAX
ABC
Figure 11

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Figure 12
Figure 13
PENETRATING THE ROOF
To maintain a 2-inch clearance to the pipe on a roof with a pitch, a
rectangular opening must be cut.
STEP 1: Determine the center point through which the pipe will
penetrate the roof.
STEP 2: Determine the pitch of the roof. Pitch is the distance the
roof drops over a given span, usually 12 inches. A 6/12 pitch means
thattheroofdrops6inchesforeach12inchesmeasuredhorizontally
down the roof.
STEP 3: From the center point determined in STEP 1, measure an
opening 17 1/4inches wide (8 5/8inches to each side of the center
point). For a roof pitch between 0/12 (flat) and 6/12, measure an
opening 21 inches long (10 1/2 above and below the center point).
6/12 to 12/12 pitches: Measure 26 inches (13 above and below).
STEP4:Removetheshinglesaroundtheopeningmeasuredandcut
out this section.
STEP 5: Add the next sections of pipe until the end penetrates the
roofline.Checktoseethatproper clearances aremaintained.Extend
chimney by adding sections of double wall pipe until pipe is a
minimum of 30 inches above highest point of roof cutout. Termina-
tionandchimneymustextendaminimumof36inchesabovehighest
point where it passes through roof. See 10' rule (Figure 12).
10 FOOT RULE
Allchimneyterminationsmustextendaminimumof 3 feetinheight
abovethe highest pointwhere itpasses throughtheroof andmust be
atleast2feetabovethepeakoftheroofifwithinahorizontaldistance
of 10 feet from the peak (see Figure 12).
TERMINATIONS
Thefireplaceandchimneysystemmustbeventedtotheout-of-doors
and must be terminated with the listed round top or chase termina-
tions. If a chase termination is desired, refer to the instructions
supplied with the termination.
CAUTION: DO NOT SEAL VENTILATION OPENINGS
ON THE ROOFTOP FLASHING. FOLLOW THE IN-
STALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THE
TERMINATION BEING USED.
FOR ROUND TOP TERMINATION
STEP 1: Slide the flashing over the pipe (no firestop is needed at the
rooflevel).Tacktheflashingdownatthetoptwocornerswithroofing
nails.Laytile over thetopand sides oftheflashing and securethemto
theroof throughthe flashing withroof nails.Lay tilesunder the lower
edge and secure these to the roof. Mastic all nail heads.
STEP 2: Install storm collar on double wall chimney, apply water-
proof caulking around flashing top and push storm collar down
securely on sealer and flashing (see Figure 13).
STEP 3: Place the termination onto the pipe end as illustrated and
secure with screws provided.
IMPORTANT: If an exposed portion of chimney is greater than 5
feet above the roof line, use support wires to keep chimney secure.
The support wires may be attached to the outer pipe of the chimney
withscrews,providedthescrewsarenotlongenoughtopenetratethe
inner flue pipe.
A gas line may be installed for the purpose of installing a gas
appliance available through your local distributor. Use only 1/2"
black iron pipe and appropriate fittings. When installing a gas line,
a shut-off valve designed for installation outside the firebox is
recommended.
To install a gas line, remove the gas line plug located in the side
firebrick approx. 2" above the bottom. The plug must be tapped out
from the finished side towards the unfinished side (see Figure 14,
page 6). Insert the gas line parallel to the face. Fill any gap between
the gas line and the hole in the firebrick with the refractory cement
or commercial furnace cement (see Figure 15, page 6).
WARNING:Allthegaspipingandconnectionsmustbe
tested for leaks after the installation is completed. Be
sure gas valve is turned on. Apply soapsuds solution
to all connections and joints. If bubbles appear, leaks
mustbedetectedandcorrected. DONOTuse a match
or open flame of any kind to test leaks. Never operate
any appliance with leaky connections.
Thegas pipeis intendedfor connection to an unvented gas logset or
to a decorative gas appliance.
If you will install an unvented gas log set, ONLY UNVENTED GAS
LOG SETS WHICH HAVE BEEN FOUND TO COMPLY WITH
THESTANDARDFORUNVENTEDROOMHEATERS,ANS/IAS/
AGA Z21.11.2, ARE TO BE INSTALLED IN THIS FIREPLACE.
NOTE:AnappropriateVanguard hood must be installed when
using an unvented gas log set.
WARNING:DONOTOPERATEANUNVENTEDGASLOG
SETINTHISFIREPLACEWITHTHECHIMNEYREMOVED.
If you will install a decorative gas appliance, the decorative gas
appliance must comply with the Standard for Decorative Gas
Appliances for Installation in solid Fuel burning Fireplaces,
ANSZ21.60-1996and shallalsobe installedin accordance withthe
National Fuel Gas code, ANS Z223.1-1996.
WARNING: WHEN USING A DECORATIVE APPLIANCE,
THE DAMPER MUST BE REMOVED OR PERMANENTLY
LOCKED IN THE FULLY OPEN POSITION.
WITHIN 10'
(3.048m)
WITHIN 10'
(3.048m)
LEVEL OF FLUE
GAS OUTLET
2' MIN.
(609mm)
2' MIN.
(609mm)
3' MIN.
(914mm)
3' MIN.
(914mm)
ATTACH BRACKET
TABS TO OUTER
PIPE (3 PLACES)
SECURE WITH
SCREWS
OVERLAP
SHINGLES
TOPAND SIDES
TERMINATION
FLUE PIPE OF
TERMINATION INSIDE
INNER PIPE OF
CHIMNEY
CAULK
COLLAR
FLASHING
UNDERLAP SHINGLES
BOTTOM ONLY
2"2"

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OUTSIDE OF
FIREPLACE
GAS LINE
CONDUIT REMOVE
KNOCKOUT
SIDE FIREBRICK
FINISHED SIDE
REFRACTORY
KNOCKOUT PLUG
REMOVE BY TAPPING
LIGHTLY WITH A
1/2" DOWEL
AFTER REMOVING
GAS LINE COVER
PLATE, REPLACE
SCREWS
REMOVE
INSULATION
TEMPORARILY
(DO NOT
DISCARD)
REMOVE
GAS CONDUIT
COVER
Figure 14
OUTSIDE OF
FIREPLACE
GAS LINE
CONDUIT
REPACK
INSULATION
INCOMING
1/2" BLACK
IRON PIPE PROVIDE ENOUGH
THREADED END
FOR FITTING
CONNECTION
SEAL OPENING
WITH REFRACTORY
CEMENT
SIDE FIREBRICK
FINISHED SIDE
Figure 15
HEARTH EXTENSION
A hearth extension projecting a minimum of 16" in front and a
minimumof8"beyondeachside ofthefireplaceopeningisrequired
to protect combustible floor construction in front of the fireplace.
Use a layer of noncombustible, inorganic material having a thermal
conductivity of K=0.84 BTU in/ft hr F (or less) at 1" thick.
Example of determining hearth extension equivalent:If the
material selected has a K Factor (obtainable from supplier) of 0.25,
such as glass fiber, then the following formula would apply; 0.25/
0.84 x 1"=.30 thk. This must be converted by any noncombustible
materials such as tile, slate, brick, concrete, metal, glass marble,
stone,etc. Fastenthehearthextensiontothefloortopreventshifting
and seal the gap between the fireplace frame and hearth extension
with a noncombustible material (see Figure 16).
WARNING: HEARTH EXTENSION IS TO BE IN-
STALLED ONLY AS ILLUSTRATED.
COLD CLIMATE INSTALLATION:
The following installation procedures are recommended when in-
stalling an VANGUARD fireplace system in a COLD CLIMATE
AREA. Following these steps will aids in reducing cold air infiltra-
tion from the fireplace enclosure into living space.
1. The fireplace must be placed on a solid, continuous surface. You
should insulate under the fireplace in all cold climate areas.
2. In the case of a raised platform or cantilevered chase, you should
insulate under the structure to reduce air infiltration.
3. Insulate the walls of the chase, both the outer and interior parti-
tioning wall (see Figure 17).
4. Fire stopping a chase at the ceiling level is recommended for
safety and reducing cold air movement.
5. DO NOT insulate the chase with BLOWN OR FILL TYPE IN-
SULATION. Insulation should only be in contact with the fire-
place where framing would normally be in proximity.
6. DO NOT INSULATE on top of the firebox. You must not block
the airflow system of the flue pipe.
Figure 17
7. Before finishing the fireplace enclosure, inspect all joints around
fireplace periphery. Any gaps between the nailing flanges and
the framing should be sealed with noncombustible installation
orcaulking (see Figure18). If thefireplace is mountedon a raised
platform, insulate below the platform to prevent cold air perme-
ation (by means of conduction).
Figure 18
STANDARD
HEARTH
RAISED
HEARTH
ELEVATED
FIREPLACE
5"
MAX
SEAL GAP
SEAL GAP
EMBER PROTECTOR
EMBER PROTECTOR
EMBER PROTECTOR
Figure 16
CHIMNEY CAP FLASHING
CHIMNEY SECTIONS
INSULATE OUTSIDE
WALLS OF CHASE
NOTE:
FIRESTOP SPACER
MUST BE USED.
INSULATE JOIST
SAME AS CEILING
SOLID
SURFACE
SOLID CONTINUOUS
SURFACE
(THERMAL BARRIER)
OUTSIDE BASE
8 Foot
LEVEL
FIRESTOP SPACER
TOP VIEW
NORMAL
FRAMING
TOP VIEW
WIDE
FRAMING
PACK INSULATION
IN FRAMING GAPS
CAULK GAPS BETWEEN DRYWALLAND
OUTER PERIMETER OF FRONT FACE
WITH NONCOMBUSTIBLE CAULKING
(FOR BOTH NORMALAND WIDE FRAMING)
A 33" X 1" FIBERGLASS INSULATION
STRIP MUST BE PLACE BETWEEN
STUD AND FULL LENGTH OF
NAILING FLANGE.

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Figure 19
Figure 20
Figure 21
Figure 23
IMPORTANT: Following the above steps will aid in the reduction
of cold air infiltration into living space. Negative pressures created
bytoday'stightly sealed homescontributeto cold airinfiltrationand
this is in no way the deficiency of the fireplace.
OUTSIDE AIR KIT (MODEL VAK-4E)
The VAK-4E air kit is available as an optional accessory. The
installationofthis kitprovidesnecessary combustion airwhena fire
isburningin thefireplace;it also counteractspossibledowndrafts in
tightlysealedhomes.Thekitshouldbeinstalledpriortofinishingthe
fireplacesinceaccesstothefireplaceoutersurround is necessaryfor
its installation. Installation instructions are included with the kit.
FINISHING YOUR FIREPLACE
Combustible materials, such as wallboard, gypsum board, sheet
rock,drywall, plywood,etc. maymake direct contact with sides and
top periphery of the fireplace face. It is important that combustible
materials do not overlap the face itself. Brick, glass, tile or other
noncombustible materials may overlap the front face provided they
do not obstruct essential openings (like louvered slots). When
overlappingwithnoncombustiblefacingmaterialuseonlynoncom-
bustible mortar or adhesive.
MANTELS
Amantelmaybeinstalledifdesired.Woodworksuchaswoodtrims,
mantels,oranyother combustible materialprojectingfromthe front
face must not be placed within 6 inches of the fireplace opening.
Combustible material above 6 inches and projecting more than 1 1/2
inchesfrom the fireplaceface mustnot beplacedless than12 inches
fromthetop of theopeningof the fireplace(NFPASTD 211, Sec.7-
3.3.3, see Figure 19).
Mantels or any other combustible material may come up to the side
periphery of the black metal face of the fireplace just as long as the
projection from the front falls within the "safe zone" depicted in
Figure 20.
DAMPER OPERATION
The damper handle is located at the center of the rear refractory.
Pushing the handle back into the keyway slot will free the damper
blade to automatically open. To close, reach in (make sure it is cool
beforetouching) and push the handleback into the keyway slotthen
pull down and push forward to lock in place (see Figures 21 & 22).
Figure 22
AIR KIT OPERATION:
The handle of the air kit damper rod extends from behind the rear
refractory at the upper left side (see Figure 23). Push the rod up to
open and down to close the air intake.
12 1/4"
REF
1 1/2"
MAX
6"
REF
3"
NOM
6" MIN
MODEL 36E
UPPER
SECTION OF
FIREPLACE
SAFE ZONE FOR
PROJECTION OF
COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL
COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL
WITHIN 12"
33 °
TOP VIEW OF FIREPLACE
DRYWALL
4"
6"
33
°
APPROX.
SAFE
ZONE
COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIAL
MUST NOT
OVERLAP
BLACK METAL
FRONT FACE
2
3
/ 8 "
1
1
/ 2 "
MAX.
DAMPER
WEIGHT
TO CLOSE
DAMPER
TO OPEN
DAMPER
OPEN
MAKE SURE
HANDLE IS COOL
BEFORE OPERATING!
CLOSE

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REPLACEMENT AND ACCESSORY PARTS
Purchase replacement parts or accessories from your local dealer. If
they can not supply these accessories, call DESA International's
Parts Department at 1-800-972-7879 for referral information. You
can also write to the address listed on the front cover of this manual.
When calling DESA International, have ready
• model number of your heater
• the replacement part number
NOTE: USEOFANYOTHERGLASSDOORASSEMBLYNOT
TESTEDWITH THIS FIREPLACE MAY CONSTITUTE A FIRE
HAZARD AND WILL VOID THE DESA INTERNATIONAL
WARRANTY.
WARNING: Risk of fire damage. When replacing grate,
replacewithDESAInternationalModel36GRgrateonly.
Fuel - Use wood or if a vent-free or decorative gas
applianceisinstalled,burnPropaneorNatural Gasonly.
EMBER PROTECTOR
EP-36
DOUBLE WALL CHIMNEY
GRATE
MODEL No.36GR
FIRESTOP
VFS-8DM
V30FS-8DM
STORM COLLAR
VSC2-20 (20 PACK)
For use with
VRTT-8DM and
VRTTL-8DM
ELBOW SET
V30E-8DM
SUPPORT
PIPE
V12S-8DM
V12-8DM
V18-8DM
V24-8DM
V36-8DM
V48-8DM
ROUND TOP
TERMINATION
VRTL-8DM
VRTTL-8DM
VADS-8DM
ECONO TOP
TERMINATION
VETL-8DM
VET-8DM
VETO-8DM
VETLO-8DM
FLASHING
ROOF PITCH
V6F-8DM - 0 to 6/12
V12F-8DM - 6/12 to 12/12
GLASS DOOR
KIT
AIR KIT
VAK-4E
VDG36E (Brushed Brass)
VDP36E (Polished Brass)
ADJUSTABLE HOOD
BLACK - GA6050
POLISHED BRASS - GA6052
ANTIQUE BRASS - GA6053
COMPONENT PARTS
SC-8
VRTL-8DM VRTL-8DM VETL-8DM or
VET-8EM
V6F-8
VFS-8DM
VFS-8DM
V30E-8DM
MINIMUM
HEIGHT
14 FT.
MAXIMUM
HEIGHT
60 FT.