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DIRECT-VENT GAS FIREPLACE
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
®
MDVFST (See Thru) fireplace with manual variable blower, ON/OFF hand-held remote control,
electrical junction box, gas flex line and equipment shutoff valve.
This appliance may be installed as an OEM installation in a manufactured (mobile) home and must
be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and the Manufactured Home
Construction and Safety Standard,
Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 in the United States or the Mobile Home
Standard,
CAN/CSA Z240 MH Series, in Canada.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. A conversion kit is
supplied with the appliance.
— 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.
• Ifyoucannotreachyourgassupplier,callthe
fire department.
— Installationandservicemustbeperformedbya
qualified installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
SAVE THIS BOOK
Thisbookisvaluable.Inadditiontoinstructing
you on how to install and maintain your appli-
ance, it also contains information that will
enable you to obtain replacement parts or
optional accessory items when needed. Keep
it with your other important papers.
WARNING: Improper installation,
adjustment, alteration, service, or
maintenance to this appliance can
cause injury or property damage.
Refertothismanual.Forassistance
or additional information consult a
qualified installer, service agency,
or the gas supplier.
CHECK LOCAL CODES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
WARNING: If the information in these instruc-
tions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal
injury, or loss of life.
WARNING:Thisdirect-ventgasfire-
placeseriesisintendedforusewith
Natural or Propane/LP gas only. Do
not attempt to burn any solid fuels
in these appliances.
This fireplace meets
the construction and
safety standards of
H.U.D. for application
in mobile homes when
installed according to
these instructions.
This appliance is
shipped ready for natural
gas installation. The
propane/LP conversion
parts are included.

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FRONTVIEW
30
(76cm)
(Opening)
23
5
/ 8 (60cm)
25 (64cm)
RIGHT SIDE
22
5
/ 8
(57cm)
43
1
/ 8 (110cm)
32 (81cm) (Opening) 1
7
/ 8 (5cm)
1
1
/ 4 (3cm)
BACKVIEW
39
3
/ 4
(101cm)
26
3
/ 8
(67cm)
3 (8cm) 1 (3cm) 2 (5cm)
3 (8cm)
22
5
/ 8
(57cm)
34
3
/ 4
(88cm)
TOP VIEW
(Left Side)
(Right Side)
(Front)
(Back)
23
5
/ 8
(60cm)
11
15
/ 16
(30cm)
10
1
/ 2
(27cm)
ø1.5
(4cm) ø1.5 (4cm)
11
1
/ 8
(28cm)
ModelMDVFSTisatwo-sideddirect-ventgas
fireplace with a sealed combustion chamber.
Model MDVFST is specifically designed
for use in manufactured (mobile) homes.
This appliance uses a millivolt gas control
valve and a millivolt ignition system. The
INTRODUCTION
WARNING: Installation and
repair must be done by a quali-
fiedinstaller/serviceperson.The
appliance should be inspected
before use, and at least annually
thereafter by a qualified service
person. More frequent cleaning
may be required due to exces-
sivelintfromcarpeting,bedding,
material, pet hair, etc. It is im-
perativethatthecontrolcompart-
ments, burners, and circulating
air systems be kept clean.
NOTICE: This appliance is in-
tendedtobeusedonlyforsupple-
mental heat.
fireplaceincludesamanualvariableblower,
electrical junction box, flexible gas line,
equipment shutoff valve, and an ON/OFF
hand-heldremotecontrol.ModelMDVFST
isconvertiblewiththefireplacefactorysetup
asnaturalgas.Fordetailsonconversion,see
pages 21 and 22.
NOTICE: Check local building
codes for area requirements be-
fore installing this appliance.
If you have any doubts as to which gas your
particular appliance is approved and tested
for, please check the CSA/AGA/CGA rat-
ing plate located at the interior of the appli-
ance opening or consult your local distribu-
tor (see Figure 1).
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Before beginning the installation of this
appliance, read these instructions through
completely.
ThisDESAapplianceanditsapprovedcom-
ponentsaresafewheninstalledaccordingto
this installation manual and operated as
recommended by DESA. Unless you use
DESA approved components tested for this
appliance,YOUMAYCAUSEASAFETY
HAZARD!
Back of
Surround
Figure 1 - MDVFST (See Thru) Dimensions
Rating Plate
Location
Left Side
Surround
Right Side
Surround
GLOSSARY OF
TERMS
Chase - A boxlike enclosure to protect
ventingfromtheelementswhentheventing
run is on the outside of a structure.
Mastic-Apliablesealantforusearoundthe
vent terminal.
SnorkelTermination-Aboxthatraisesthe
horizontal termination above ground level
clearances.
Vent Terminal - Mounted on an outside
wallorrooftoseparatetheinletandoutletof
theventsystemandprotectitfromweather.
Vinyl Siding Standoff - A metal box that
separates the vent cap from vinyl siding.
WallThimble/Firestop-Ametalplateused
tosecuretheventpipewhenitpassesthrough
a wall or ceiling.
Alternate Gas
Supply Inlets
Note: All dimensions in this manual are in inches unless otherwise specified.
The DESA warranty will be voided by, and
DESA disclaims any responsibility for the
following actions:
A) Modification of the appliance or any
of the components manufactured by
DESA unless otherwise permitted in
writing by DESA.
B) The use of any components part not ap-
proved by DESA in combination with
this DESA appliance.
C) Installation and/or operation in a man-
nerother 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 elec-
trically grounded in accordance with local
codes,orintheabsenceoflocalcodes,withthe
National Electrical Code, ANS/NFPA 70 or
the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.
Theinstallationmustconformwithlocalcodes
or, in the absence of local codes, with the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANS Z223.1 or the
CanadianInstallationCode,CAN/CGAB149.
This appliance complies with ANS Z21.50-
1998/CSA 2.22-M48 as a VENTED GAS
FIREPLACE. It is listed and tested by CSA.

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To determine the safest and most efficient
location for your appliance, consider the
following guidelines:
1. The location must allow for proper
clearances (see Clearances).
2. Consider a location where heat output
wouldnot be affectedby drafts, air con-
ditioning ducts, windows, or doors.
3. Alocation thatavoidsthecuttingofjoists
or roof rafters makes installation easier.
In selecting a location, the following pre-
cautions must be observed:
1. Aprojection may be ideal for a new ad-
dition on an existing finished wall. See
HorizontalTerminationConfiguration,
page 9, or Vertical Termination Con-
figuration, pages 10 through 12.
2. Do not locate appliance close to where
gasoline or other flammable liquids may
bestored. Theappliancemustbekeptclear
and free from combustible materials.
3. Do not connect this appliance to a
chimney system used for solid fuel
burning fireplace.
4. Due to high temperatures, do not lo-
cate this appliance in high traffic areas
or near furniture and draperies.
5. This fireplace may be installed in bed-
roomsor bathrooms in accordance with
local codes.
6. Never obstruct the openings of the ap-
pliance or flow of ventilation air. Keep
the control compartments accessible.
7. Do not use this appliance if any part
has been under water. Immediately
contact a local service technician to ex-
amine the appliance and to replace any
part(s) of the control ignition system
and other related components that have
submerged under water.
SELECTING
LOCATION
Figure 2 - Possible Installation of See-
Thru Fireplace
CLEARANCES
Minimum clearances to combustibles are:
• Back and Sides of Fireplace:................................. 0" min.
• Vent Surfaces: ..........................................1" (2.5cm) min.
• Ceiling to Top of Opening: ..................... 36" (91cm) min.
• Floor:..................................................................... 0" min.
• Wall to Front of Glass: ............................ 36" (91cm) min.
• Perpendicular Wall to Opening of Unit:...... 2" (5cm) min.
• Top Spacer: ........................................................... 0" min.
Figure 3 - Minimum Clearances
Figure 4 - Minimum Clearances
PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION
CEILING
WALL
36"
(914mm)
Min.
36"
(914mm)
Min. 0" Floor
0"
36"
(914mm)
2" (51mm)
Wall In Front Of Glass
36" (91cm) Min.
Perpendicular
Wall 2" (51mm)
Min. From Opening
Right Side
Surround
(0" Min.)
Left Side
Surround
(0" Min.)
TOP VIEW
Combustible
Material
Drywall
2 x 4 Stud
Minimum 1"
Clearance from
Side
CAUTION: Do not block re-
quired air spaces with insula-
tionoranyothermaterial.Donot
obstructtheeffectiveopeningof
the appliance with any type of
facing material.
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FRAMING
Oncethefinallocationhasbeendetermined,
observing height clearances for vent termi-
nation, you may construct framing using
dimensions shown in Figure 6, depending
on your installation.
If the appliance is to be installed directly on
carpeting, tile (other than ceramic), or any
combustiblematerialotherthanwoodfloor-
ing, the appliance must be installed on a
metalorwoodpanelextendingthefullwidth
and depth of the appliance. There are three
holes on each side of the bottom of the unit
where screws can be used to secure the unit
to the floor.
39 3/4"
(1010mm)
Min.
43
1
/4"
(1098mm)
23
5
/
8
"
(600mm)
Figure 6 - Rough Opening for Installing
See Thru Fireplace
3" (76mm)
1" (25mm)
Dia. Hole
3"
(76mm)
2" (51mm)
Dia. Hole
1"
(25mm)
2"
(51mm)
Height
Depends On
Installation
10"
(254mm)
Square Min.
Figure 7 - Hole Locations For Gas Line
and Electric Wires
Figure 8 - Rough Opening for Installing
Exterior Vent Terminal
MANTEL CLEARANCES
Woodwork, such as wood trims, mantels,
and other combustible materials projecting
no more than 1 1/2inches (3.8cm) shall not
beplacedwithin7inches(17.8cm)fromthe
opening of the unit. Combustible material
above and projecting more than 1 1/2inches
(3.8cm) from the appliance’s face must not
beplaced lessthan15inches (38.1cm)from
the louver opening (see Figure 5).
Figure 5 - Mantel Clearances
12"
(305mm)
Min.
21"
(533mm)
Min. 15"
(381mm)
Min.
4"
(102mm)
Min.
7" (178mm)
Min.
1
1
/ 2 " (38mm)
Min.
UNIT
Spacer
2 x 4
Combustible
Material May
Be Used
Drywall (Gypsum
Board, Sheetrock, Etc.)
Safe Zone for
Projection of
Combustible
Material
Note: Terminations are not designed for
installation prior to transportation.
Thesemodelsareapprovedforusewithboth
flex and rigid Vanguard vent components as
wellasSimpsonDura-Vent65/8"direct-vent
pipe components and terminations.
Yourfireplaceisapprovedtobeventedeither
through the side wall, or vertically using the
following guidelines:
• Only use Vanguard or Simpson Dura-
Vent GS venting components or kits spe-
cifically approved for this fireplace.
• Minimum clearance between vent pipes
andcombustible materials is 1" (25 mm),
except where stated otherwise.
• Combustible material may be flush with
the top front of fireplace with a maxi-
mum thickness of 3/4".
• Do not recess venting terminals into a
wall or siding.
• Installhorizontalventingwitha1/4"risefor
every 12" of run toward the termination.
• You may paint the vent terminal with
450°F (232°C) heat-resistant paint to co-
ordinate with the exterior finish.
• 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.
• Donot locate termination cap where exces-
sivesnoworicebuildupmayoccur.Besure
toclearventterminationareaaftersnowfalls
to prevent accidental blockage of venting
system. When using snow blowers, do not
direct snow towards vent termination area.
GENERAL VENTING
Vertical Height
Depends on
Installation
26 3/8"
(670mm)
Horizontal
Length Depends
on Installation
90
o
Elbow
45
o
Elbow
Refer to Pages
9 through 12
for Horizontal
and Vertical
Installation
Details
Figure 9 - Vent Opening Height
Top of Louver
Opening
PRE-INSTALLATION
PREPARATION
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LOCATION OF VENT TERMINATION
Whenlocatingventtermination,itisimportanttoobservetheminimumclearancesshowninFigure10.Youwillavoidextraframingbypositioning
your fireplace against an already existing framing member. The sides of the fireplace may be positioned directly against combustible walls.
*Check with local codes or with the current CAN/CGA B149 [.1 or .2] Installation Codes for Canada or the USA Installations follow the
current National Fuel Gas Code, ANS Z223.1, also known as NFPA 54.
Fixed
Closed Openable Fixed
Closed
Openable
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 inches (305mm) minimum]
B = clearance to window or door that may be opened
[12 inches (305mm) minimum]
C = clearance to permanently closed window [minimum 12 inches
(305mm) recommended to prevent condensation on window]
D = vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal
within a horizontal distance of 24 inches (610mm) from the
center-line of the terminal [18 inches (457mm) minimum]
E = clearance to unventilated soffit [12 inches (305mm) 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 inches (914mm) horizontally from the center-line of the regulator
I = clearance to service regulator vent outlet [*72 inches (1829mm)
minimum]
J = clearance to non-mechanical air supply inlet to building or the
combustion air inlet to any other fireplace [*12 inches (305mm)
minimum]
K = clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet [*72 inches (1829mm)
minimum]
L = † clearance above paved side-walk or a paved driveway located on
public property [*84 inches (2133mm) minimum]
M = clearance under veranda, porch, deck [*12 inches (305mm) minimum ‡]
N = clearance above a roof shall extend a minimum of 24 inches (610mm)
above the highest point when it passes through the roof surface and
any other obstruction within a horizontal distance of 18 inches (457mm)
† 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/SGAB149 (.1 or .2) Installation Codes (1991) for Canada or for U.S.A. installation follow
the current
National Fuel Gas Code, ANS Z223.1
Note: Local codes or regulations may require different clearances
A = 6" (152mm)
Inside Corner
V
B
E
V
B = 6" (152mm)
C = Maximum depth of 48" (1219mm) for
recessed location
D = Minimum width for back wall of
recessed location -
Combustible - 38" (965mm)
Noncombustible - 24" (610mm)
E = Clearance from corner in
recessed location-
Combustible - 6" (152mm)
Noncombustible - 2" (51mm)
Outside Corner Recessed Location
G
H
G = Combustible 24" (610mm)
Noncombustible 18" (457mm)
Balcony with No Side Wall
V
J
Combustible &
Noncombustible
H = 24" (610mm)
J = 20" (508mm)
Balcony with Perpendicular Side Wall
CDC
Termination Clearances for Buildings with Combustible and Noncombustible Exteriors
Figure 10 - Minimum Clearances for Vent Terminations
GENERAL VENTING
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WARNING: Read all instruc-
tions completely and thoroughly
beforeattemptinginstallation.Fail-
ureto do so could result in serious
injury, property damage or loss of
life. Operation of improperly in-
stalledandmaintainedventingsys-
tem could result in serious injury,
property damage or loss of life.
WARNING:Sealallventconnec-
tions. Seal only the outer pipe con-
nections high temperature silicone
(600°F/316°C).Beforejoiningelbows
and pipes, apply a bead of high
temperature silicone sealant (GE
RTV 106/Loctite RTV 81585) to the
male end of the elbow or pipe. High
temperature silicone must also be
usedtoresealanyconnectionsafter
maintenance to venting system.
NOTICE: Failure to follow these
instructionswillvoidthewarranty.
INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
Consult local building codes before beginning
theinstallation.Theinstallermustmakesureto
select the proper vent system for installation.
Beforeinstallingventkit,theinstallermustread
this fireplace manual and vent kit instructions.
Only a qualified installer or service person
should install venting system. The installer
must follow these safety rules:
• Wear gloves and safety glasses for
protection
• Use extreme caution when using ladders
or when on roof tops
• Be aware of electrical wiring locations
in walls and ceilings
The following actions will void the war-
ranty on your venting system:
• Installation of any damaged venting
component
• Unauthorized modification of the vent-
ing system
• Installation of any component part not
manufactured or approved by DESA
International
• Installation other than as instructed by
these instructions
VENTING
INSTALLATION WARNING:Thisgasfireplace
and vent assembly must be
vented directly to the outside.
TheventingsystemmustNEVER
beattachedtoachimneyserving
a separate solid fuel burning ap-
pliance.Eachgasappliancemust
use a separate vent system. Do
not use common vent systems.
WARNING: Horizontal sections
of this vent system require a mini-
mumclearanceof2"fromthetopof
theventpipeand1"minimumtothe
sidesand bottom. Vertical sections
ofthissystemrequireaminimumof
1"clearancetocombustiblemateri-
als on all sides of the vent pipe.
INSTALLATION PLANNING
There are two basic types of direct-vent
installation:
• Horizontal Termination
• Vertical Termination
It is important to select the proper length of
vent pipe for the type of termination you
choose. It is also important to note the wall
thickness.
For Horizontal Termination: Select the
amountof vertical risedesired. The horizon-
tal run of venting must have 1/4" rise for
every 12" of run towards the termination.
A MDVGFK ground floor horizontal vent
kit is specifically designed for common
horizontal installations in manufactured
(mobile) homes. Additional horizontal in-
stallations are described on page 9. All vent
kits and components are listed on page 13. NOTICE: Treatment of firestops
andconstructionofthechasemay
varyfrombuildingtypetobuilding
type. These instructions are not
substitutes for the requirements
of local building codes. You must
follow all local building codes.
Note: Wheninstallinginachase,youshould
insulate the chase as you would the outside
walls of your home. This is especially im-
portant in cold climates. Minimum clear-
ance between vent pipes and combustible
materials such as insulation is 1".
After framing the chase (see Framing on
page4) install the vent system by following
the installation instructions.
Installing Vent System in a Chase
A chase is a vertical boxlike structure built
to enclose venting that runs along the out-
sideofabuilding.Achaseisnotrequiredfor
such venting.
WARNING:Neverrunthevent
downward as this may cause ex-
cessive temperatures which
could cause a fire.
You may use one or two 90°elbows in a
horizontal vent configuration. See Horizon-
tal Termination Configurations on page 9.
For Vertical Termination: Measure the dis-
tance from the fireplace flue outlet to the
ceiling. Add the ceiling thickness, the verti-
cal rise in an attic or second story, and allow
for sufficient vent height above the roofline.
You may use one or two 90°elbows in a
verticalventconfiguration.SeeVerticalTer-
minationConfigurationsonpages11and12.
Note: Youmayusetwo45°elbowsinplace
of a 90°elbow. You must follow rise to run
ratios when using 45°elbows.
The MDV9K 9' vertical vent kit is specifi-
callydesignedforcommonverticalinstalla-
tions in manufactured (mobile) homes. Ad-
ditional vertical installations are described
on pages 11 and 12. All vent kits and com-
ponents are listed on page 13.
For two-story applications, firestops are re-
quired at each floor level. If an offset is
needed in the attic, additional pipe and el-
bows will be required.
You may use a chase with a vent termination
withexposedpipeontheexteriorofthehouse.
SeeInstallingVent System in a Chase, below.
Your Vanguard direct-vent fireplace has
been tested for a minimum 3' rise with a
maximum 10" wall thickness. The maxi-
mum horizontal run is 20' with 8' vertical
rise (see Installation for Horizontal Termi-
nation, pages 7 through 9). The maximum
vertical run is 40' (see Installation for Ver-
tical Termination, page 10 through 12).
It is very important that the venting system
maintain its balance between the combus-
tion air intake and the flue gas exhaust.
Certain limitations apply to vent configura-
tions and must be strictly followed.

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INSTALLATION FOR
HORIZONTAL TERMINATION
1. Determine the route your horizontal
venting will take. Note: The location
of the horizontal vent termination on
theexterior wall must meet all local and
national building codes and must not
be easily blocked or obstructed.
Snorkel terminations are available for
terminations requiring a vertical rise on
the exterior of the building (see Figures
11 and 12). Snorkel kit SVK is also
available (see page 13). Follow the
same installation procedures used for
standard horizontal terminations. If in-
stalling the snorkel termination below
grade(basementapplications), you must
provide proper drainage to prevent wa-
ter from entering the snorkel termina-
tion (see Figure 12). Do not back fill
around the snorkel termination.
2. Rigid vent pipes and fittings have spe-
cial twist-lock connections. Assemble
the desired combination of pipe and el-
bows to the appliance adaptor with pipe
seamsorientedtowardsthewallorfloor.
Twist-lock Procedure: The female
ends of the pipes and fittings have four
locking lugs (indentations). These lugs
willslide straight into matching slots on
the male ends of adjacent pipes and fit-
tings. (All connections must be sealed
with high temperature silicone sealant
asspecifiedin the second warning state-
ment on page 6.) Push the pipe sections
togetherandtwistonesectionclockwise
approximatelyone-quarterturnuntil the
sectionsare fully locked. SeeFigure 13,
page 8. Note: Horizontal runs of vent
must be supported every three feet. Use
wall straps for this purpose.
Flexibleventpipemustbeinstalledwith
spacerspringsevery 12". See Figure 13,
page8.Allconnectionsmustbeclamped
tightlyandsealedwith high temperature
silicone sealant as specified in the sec-
ond warning statement on page 6.
VENTING
INSTALLATION
Continued
Figure 12 - Snorkel Termination with Drainage Pipe
Adequate
Drainage
12" Minimum
Figure 11 - Snorkel Termination
Snorkel
12" Minimum
WARNING:Donotrecessvent
terminal into a wall or siding.
Snorkel
1' Minimum
90°
45°
1' Minimum
90°
45°
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UP
VENTING
INSTALLATION
Continued
(Framing
Detail)
10"
(254mm)
10"
(254mm)
7
1
/ 2 "
(190mm)
Vent Opening
Combustible Wall
Vent Opening
Noncombustible Wall
Figure 14 - Vent Opening Requirements
3. Attach vent pipe assembly to the fire-
place. Set fireplace in front of it’s per-
manent location to insure minimum
clearances. Mark the wall for a 10"
square hole (for noncombustible ma-
terial such as masonry block or con-
crete, a 7 1/2" diameter hole is accept-
able). See Figure 14. The center of the
hole should line up with the center-
line of the horizontal rigid vent pipe.
Cut a 10"x10" (254mm x 254mm)
square hole through combustible ex-
terior wall (7 1/2" [190mm] diameter
hole if noncombustible). Frame as nec-
essary (see Figure 14).
Figure16-InstallingVinylSidingStandoff
Cut Wood or Vinyl
Siding Away to Fit
Standoff
Wood Screw
Nut Bolt
Standoff
Vent Cap
Figure 13 - Vent Pipe Connections
Female
Locking
Lugs
Male
Slots
Rigid Vent Pipe Flexible Vent Pipe
Spacer
Spring
4" Clamp
7" Clamp
4" Flex
Pipe
7" Flex
Pipe
Apply Mastic
to All Four Sides
Figure 15 - Installing HorizontalVent Cap
Wood
Screw
Vent Cap
Apply Mastic
to All Four
Sides
WARNING:Donotrecessvent
termination in to any wall. This
will cause a fire hazard.
4. Apply a bead of non-hardening mastic
aroundthe outside edge of the vent cap.
Position the vent cap in the center of
the 7 1/2" or 10" hole on the exterior
wall with the arrow on the vent cap
pointing up. Insure proper clearance of
1" to combustibles is maintained. At-
tachthevent cap with fourwood screws
supplied (see Figure 15). Note : Re-
place the wood screws with appropri-
atefasteners for stucco, brick, concrete,
or other types of siding.
Forvinyl or stucco siding use vinyl sid-
ing standoffs between vent cap and ex-
teriorwall.Thevinylsidingstandoffpre-
vents excessive heat from melting the
vinyl siding material. Bolt the vent cap
to the standoff. Apply non-hardening
mastic around outsideedge of thestand-
offinstead of the vent capassembly. Use
wood screws provided to attach the
standoff. See Figure 16.
5. Slide the wall thimble over the vent
pipe before connecting the horizontal
run to the vent cap (see Figure 17).
6. Carefully move the fireplace with vent
assembly attached toward the wall and
insert the vent pipe into the horizontal
termination.The pipeoverlap should be
a minimum of 1 1/4". Apply silicone to
the outer pipe connection. Fasten all
vent connections with screws provided.
Refer to Framing on page 4 for instruc-
tionsonsecuringunit to framing or floor.
7. Slide the wall thimble against the inte-
riorwall surface and attach with screws
provided (see Figure 17).
Vent Cap
(Horizontal
Termination)
Interior Wall
Surface
Wall
Thimble
Horizontal
Vent Pipe
Figure 17 - Connecting Vent Cap with
Horizontal Vent Pipe
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Figure18-HorizontalTerminationConfigurationforRigidVentingUsingOne90 ° Elbow
Figure 19 - Horizontal Termination Using Flexible Venting
(MDVGFK Kit Shown)
Horizontal Venting
Vertical (V) Horizontal (H)
49.5" min. 15" max.
(45°elbow, 1' vertical pipe, 90°elbow)
61.5" min. 34" max.
73.5" min. 58" max.
85.5" min. 10' max.
102.5" min. 20' max.
UP
Horizontal Venting
See information in
Figure 18 for
Vertical(V) and
Horizontal(H) maxi-
mums and minimums.
The same amounts
apply for flexible
venting.
FGFVK Vent Kit Shown
Horizontal Termination
Configurations
Figures 18 through 20 show different con-
figurationsforventingwithhorizontaltermi-
nation. Each figure includes a chart with
vertical minimum/maximum and horizontal
maximum dimensions which must be met.
All connections must be sealed with high
temperaturesiliconesealant(outerpipeonly)
asspecified in the second warning statement
on page 6. All horizontal terminations re-
quire 1/4" rise per 12" of horizontal run.
Note: The 30°Starter
Elbow Must Be
Discarded and
Replaced with a 45°
Starter Elbow D2060
Purchased Separately.
45°Starter
Elbow
Venting withTwo 90°Elbows
Vertical (V) Horizontal (H1) +
Horizontal (H2)
5' min. 4' max.
6' min. 8' max.
7' min. 10' max.
8' min. 15' max.
20' max. 20' max.
Figure 20 - Horizontal Termination Configuration for Rigid Venting Using Two 90 ° Elbows with Termination at 90 ° with Fireplace
45°Starter
Elbow
Note: If your installation
has wood or vinyl
siding, you must install
the wood/vinyl siding
standoff D5000
Note: If your installation
has wood or vinyl
siding, you must install
the wood/vinyl siding
standoff D5000
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4. Connect a section of pipe and extend
up through the hole.
Note: If an offset is needed to avoid ob-
structions,youmustsupporttheventpipe
every 3 feet. Use wall straps for this pur-
pose(see Figure21).Whenever possible,
use 45°elbows instead of 90°elbows.
The 45°elbow offers less restriction to
the flow of the flue gases and intake air.
5. Place the flashing over the pipe
section(s) extending through the roof.
Secure the base of the flashing to the
roof and framing with roofing nails. Be
sure roofing material overlaps the top
edge of the flashing as shown in Figure
21. There must be a 1" clearance from
the vent pipe to combustible materials.
When installing the flashing on a metal
roof we require that putty tape is used
between the flashing and the roof. The
flashing must be secured to the roof us-
ing #8 x 3/4" screws and then sealed
with roof coating to prevent leakage
through the screw holes. A roof coat-
ing must also be applied around the pe-
rimeter to provide a proper seal.
6. Continue to add pipe sections until the
height of the vent cap meets the mini-
mum building code requirements de-
scribedinFigure10onpage5. Note :You
must increase vent height for steep roof
pitches.Nearbytrees,adjoiningrooflines,
steeppitched roofs,andothersimilarfac-
tors may cause poor draft or down-draft-
ing in high winds. Increasing the vent
height may solve this problem.
7. Twist-lock the vent cap onto the last
section of vent pipe and seal outer pipe
with high temperature silicone sealant
as specified in the second warning
statement on page 6.
Note: If the vent pipe passes through any
occupiedareasabove thefirstfloor,including
storage spaces and closets, you must enclose
pipe.Youmayframeandsheetrocktheenclo-
surewithstandardconstructionmaterial.Make
sure and meet the minimum allowable clear-
ances to combustibles. Do not fill any of the
required air spaces with insulation.
Cathedral Ceiling Installation
1. Remove shingles or other roof cover-
ing as necessary to cut the rectangular
hole for the support box. Mark the out-
lineof the cathedral ceiling support box
on the roof sheathing using the locat-
ing hole as a center point.
1. Determine the route your vertical vent-
ingwilltake. If ceilingjoists,roofrafters,
or other framing will obstruct the vent-
ing system, consider an offset (see Fig-
ure 21) to avoid cutting loadbearing
members. Note: Payspecialattention to
these installation instructions for re-
quiredclearances(airspace) to combus-
tibles when passing through ceilings,
walls,roofs,enclosures,atticrafters,etc.
Do not pack air spaces with insulation.
Also note maximum vertical rise of the
ventingsystem and any maximum hori-
zontal offset limitations. Offsets must
fallwithin the parameters shownin Fig-
ure 10 on page 5.
2. Set the fireplace in desired location.
Drop a plumb line down from the ceil-
ing to the position of the fireplace exit
flue. Mark the center point where the
vent will penetrate the ceiling. Drill a
small locating hole at this point.
Drop a plumb line from the inside of
the roof to the locating hole in the ceil-
ing. Mark the center point where the
vent will penetrate the roof. Drill a
small locating hole at this point.
Flat Ceiling Installation
1. Cut a 10" square hole in the ceiling us-
ing the locating hole as a center point.
The opening should be framed to
10"x10" (254mm x 254mm) inside di-
mensions, as shown in Figure 14 on
page 8 using framing lumber the same
size as the ceiling joists. If the area
above the ceiling is an insulated ceil-
ing or a room, nail firestop from the
top side. This prevents loose insulation
from falling into the required clearance
space.Otherwise, install firestop below
the framed hole. The firestop should be
installed with a minimum of three nails
per side (see Figure 21).
2. Assemble the desired lengths of pipe
and elbows necessary to reach from the
fireplace flue up through the firestop.
All connections must be sealed with
high temperature silicone sealant as
specified in the second warning state-
ment on page 6. Be sure all pipe and
elbow connections are fully twist-
locked (see Figure 13, page 8).
3. Cut a hole in the roof using the locating
hole as a center point. (Cover any ex-
posed open vent pipes before cutting
hole in roof.) The 10"x10" hole must
be measured on the horizontal; actual
length may be larger depending on the
pitch of the roof. There must be a 1"
clearancefromthe vent pipe tocombus-
tible materials. Frame the opening as
shown in Figure 14 on page 8.
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Continued
Figure 21 - Offset with Wall Strap and 45 °
45°Elbow
Wall Strap
Roof
Flashing
Ceiling Firestop
Figure 22 - Installing Firestop
If area above is not a room, install
firestop below framed hole.
If area above is a room, install firestop
above framed hole.
INSTALLATION FOR
VERTICAL TERMINATION
NOTICE:Userigidpipeonly.Flex
venting is NOT to be used with a
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Continued
Continued
Figure 23 - Cathedral Ceiling Support
Box Installation
Non-hardening Mastic under all
edges of support box before nailing
Figure 24 - Installed Cathedral Ceiling
Support Box
Vertical Termination Configurations
Figures 25 through 28 show four different configurations for vertical termination. All
connectionsmustbesealedwithhightemperaturesiliconesealantasspecifiedinthesecond
warning statement on page 6.
Venting withTwo 90°Elbows
Vertical (V) Horizontal (H1) +
Horizontal (H2)
5' min. 2' max.
6' min. 4' max.
7' min. 6' max.
8' min. 8' max.
20' max. 8' max.
Figure 25 - Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration Using Two 90 ° Elbows with Two
Horizontal Runs
2. Cut the hole 1/8" larger than the sup-
portboxoutline (see Figure 23,page11).
3. Lower the support box throughthe hole
in the roof until the bottom of the box
extends at least 2" below the ceiling
(see Figure 23). Align the support box
vertically and horizontally using a
level. Temporarily tack the support box
in place through the inside walls and
into the roof sheathing.
4. Using tin snips, cut the supportboxfrom
the top corners down to the roofline and
fold the resulting flaps over the roof
sheathing (see Figure 24).Apply a bead
of non-hardening mastic around the top
edges of the support box to make a seal
between the box and the roof. Nail in
place with roofing nails. Remove any
combustible material that might be in-
side of the support box.
5. Complete the cathedral ceiling instal-
lation by following the same proce-
dures outlined in steps 2 through 7 for
Flat Ceiling Installation, page 10 .
Venting with One 90°Elbow
Vertical (V) Horizontal (H)
5' min. 2' max.
6' min. 4' max.
7' min. 6' max.
8' min. 8' max.
20' max. 8' max.
Figure 26 - Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration Using One 90 ° Elbow
Cut hole 1/8" larger than support
box when projected onto roofline
2" minimum below
finished ceiling
Cathedral ceiling
support box
Level
45°Starter Elbow
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Vertical Venting
V = 40' max.
Figure 28 - Vertical Rigid Venting
Configuration With No Horizontal Run
VENTING
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Continued
Venting withTwo 90°Elbows
Vertical (V1) Horizontal (H)
5' min. 6' max.
6' min. 12' max.
7' min. 18' max.
8' min. 20' max.
Note: Vertical (V1) +
Vertical (V2) = 20' max.
Figure 27 - Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration Using Two 90 ° Elbows
RVF Kit Shown
45°Starter
Elbow
45°Starter Elbow
Flue
Restrictor
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Continued
HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION
Your Vanguard direct-vent fireplace has
been CSA/AGA tested and approved for
elevationsfrom0-2000 feet and CGA certi-
fied for elevations from 0-4500 feet.
Wheninstallingthis fireplace at anelevation
above2000 feet (in the USA), you may need
to decrease the input rating by changing the
existing burner orifice to a smaller size. Re-
duce input 4% for each 1000 feet above sea
level.Checkwithyour localgascompanyfor
proper orifice size identification.
When installing this fireplace at an eleva-
tion above 4500 feet (in Canada), check
with local authorities.
Consult your local gas company to help de-
termine the proper orifice for your location.
Forassistancewithanyhighaltitudeinstalla-
tioncontactDESAInternational’sTechnical
Service Department at 1-800-DESA-LOG
(1-800-337-2564).
PARTS LISTS FOR VENTING
KITS AND COMPONENTS
Vanguard Rigid Venting
Number Description
*MDV9K 9' Vertical Vent Kit
Includes one each: 48" Pipe, 36"
Pipe, 24" Pipe, 30°Elbow,
Firestop, Roof Flashing, Storm
Collar, Flue Restrictor Disc, and
Vertical Termination Cap
*MDVGFK Ground Floor Horizontal Vent
Kit (Allows horizontal installations
that run 49.5" min. vertically and 15"
horizontallyfrom theback ofthefire-
place to the outside wall.)
Includes one each: 12" Pipe,
7"-12"AdjustablePipe,30°Elbow,
90°Elbow, Firestop, Vinyl Stand-
off,andHorizontalTerminationCap
Number Description
*CVK Corner Vent Kit (also used for
horizontal runs)
Includes: 7" x 30º Elbow, 7" x 90º
Elbow, 7" Adjustable Galvanized
Pipe (7-12"), 6" Pipe, Wall
Thimble, Horizontal Termination,
RTV Silicone and 20 Screws
*BVK Basement Rigid Vent Kit
Includes: 7" x 30°Elbow, 7" x 4'
GalvanizedPipe,7"x90°Elbow,7"
AdjustableGalvanizedPipe(7-12"),
WallThimble, HorizontalTermina-
tion, RTV Silicone and 20 Screws
*SVK Snorkel Rigid Vent Kit
Includes: 7" x 30°Elbow, 7" x 4'
GalvanizedPipe,7"x90°Elbow,7"
AdjustableGalvanizedPipe(7-12"),
Wall Thimble, 36" Snorkel Termi-
nation,RTVSiliconeand28Screws
*RVF Roof Rigid Vent Kit
Includes: Flue Restrictor, Storm
Collar, 7" x 30°Elbow, 7" x 4'
GalvanizedPipe,7"x2'Galvanized
Pipe,7"AdjustableGalvanizedPipe
(7-12"), Firestop Support, Roof
Flashing, RTV Silicone, Vertical
Termination, and 26 screws
D1000 7" x 12" Galvanized Coaxial
Pipe (6 pcs.)
D1010 7" x 24" Galvanized Coaxial
Pipe (6 pcs.)
D1020 7" x 48" Galvanized Coaxial
Pipe (6 pcs.)
D1030 7" Adjustable (7-12")
GalvanizedCoaxialPipe(6pcs.)
D1050 7" x 6" Galvanized Coaxial
Pipe (6 pcs.)
D2000 7" x 90°Elbow (6 pcs.)
D2010 7" x 45°Elbow (6 pcs.)
*D2060 7" x 45°Starter Elbow
D3000 WallStrap/OffsetSupport(6pcs.)
D3010 Storm Collar (6 pcs.)
D3020 Wall Thimble (6 pcs.)
D3050 Vertical Restrictor (6 pcs.)
D3060 Ceiling Firestop/Support
(6 pcs.)
D3070 Rectangular Horizontal Rigid
Vent Termination Cap
D3071 Adjustable Horizontal Rigid
Vent Termination Cap
D3090 Cathedral Ceiling Support Box
SIMPSON DURA-VENT
GS 4" x 6 5/8 "
Number Description
902 7" x 48" Pipe
903 7" x 36" Pipe
904 7" x 24" Pipe
906 7" x 12" Pipe
907 7" x 9" Pipe
908 7" x 6" Pipe
911 7" Adjustable (11"-14 5/8") Pipe
940 Wall Thimble
941 Cathedral Ceiling Support Box
943 Roof Flashing 0/12-6/12
943S Roof Flashing 7/12-12/12
945 7" x 45°Elbow
950 Vinyl Siding Standoff
953 Storm Collar
963 Ceiling Firestop
981 36" Snorkel Termination
984 Horizontal Termination Vent Cap
988 Wall Strap
990 7" x 90°Elbow
991 Vertical High Wind Termination
Vanguard Rigid Venting (Cont.)
*NOTICE:The7"x30°Elbowsup-
plied with kits CVK, BVK, SVK,
andRVFcannotbeused.ITMUST
BE REPLACED WITH A 7" X 45°
STARTER ELBOW (D2060) PUR-
CHASED SEPARATELY.
Number Description
D4000 Roof Flashing 6/12-9/12
D4010 Roof Flashing 9/12-12/12
D4020 Flex Connector (6 pcs.)
D4030 Flex Wall Thimble (6 pcs.)
D4040 4" Hose Clamp (6 pcs.)
D4050 7" Hose Clamp (6 pcs.)
D5000 Wood/Vinyl Siding Standoff
(6 pcs.)
Vanguard Flexible Venting
Number Description
FGFVK Flex Ground Floor Vent Kit
Includes: Flex Adapter, 7" x 4'
FlexiblePipe,4"x4'FlexiblePipe,
Wall Thimble, Horizontal Termi-
nation, (4) Spacer Springs, (2) 4"
HoseClamps,(2)7"HoseClamps,
RTV Silicone, and 10 Screws
D1040 7" x 25' Coaxial Flex Pipe
with Spacer Springs
D3080 Rectangular Horizontal
Flex Termination Cap
Vanguard Rigid Venting (Cont.)
Note: Terminations are not designed for
installation prior to transportation.
*The D2060 45°starter elbow must be
purchased separately.

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INSTALLATION
BLOWER ASSEMBLY
NOTE: The blower is preinstalled in this
fireplace. Verify blower assembly place-
ment during installation. The blower may
have shifted during shipping.
1. To remove lower louver, pull both top
spring latches toward the center of the
appliance at the same time until they
are disengaged from the locating holes.
Repeat for bottom spring latches and
pull louver outward.
2. Place blower assembly so it rests flush
against the inside wall on the flue exit
side of the firebox (see Figure 29).
There are four magnets on the bottom
of the blower assembly that will keep
the blower in place on firebox bottom.
Note: If the blower kit is not installed
flush against the inside side wall of the
fireplace, the circulating air from the
blower system will not flow properly.
WARNING: Disconnect all
electrical power to the fireplace.
Be careful of burrs and sharp
edges.
BLOWER SPEED CONTROL
1. Place speed control switch assembly on
the bottom of the inside of the firebox
(seeFigure30).Theassemblyisequipped
withmagnetsontheleftandrighttoprop-
erly anchor it to the firebox.
2. Plug blower with speed control assem-
bly into a power source. Keep hands
clear of fan when running.
Figure 29 - Blower Assembly Placement
Blower
Assembly
WIRING DIAGRAM
Figure30-BlowerSpeedControlLocation
Glass
Speed Control
Spring
Latch
BLOWER
SPEED
CONTROL
BLOWER
ASSEMBLY BLK (16 ga.)
BLK (16 ga.)
Wire Connectors
3 Places
Figure 31 - Wiring Diagram for Blower
Assembly
Magnet
High Speed
ON/OFF
Low
Speed
Magnets
1/4 Revolution
Figure 32 - Blower Speed Control
Blower Center to
Firebox Bottom
Center Along Inside
Wall by Flue Exit
Peninsula
or See-Thru
Fireplace
Installed
Flue
Exit
Inside
Wall
WARNING: Do not wire remote
wall switch to main power supply
(Standard120vhouseholdcurrent).
WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION
SincetheMDVFSTmodel uses a valve that
operates on millivolt current generated by
the pilot, a wall switch (not included) may
be used to activate the gas control valve
without the use of normal household elec-
tricity. A hand-held, ON/OFF remote con-
trolisstandardwiththisunit.Wall switch is
optional. If the wall switch is installed, the
hand-held,ON/OFFremotecannotbeused.
1. To remove the louvers, simultaneously
pullboth top endspring latches towards
the center of the appliance until they
are disengaged from locating holes.
Repeat for bottom end spring latches
and pull outward. Reverse the proce-
dure to install louvers back onto the
appliance (see Figure 33).
2. Connect the 18 ga. wires from wall
switch (not included) to the gas con-
trol valve and microswitch, as shown
in Figure 34, page 15.
Figure 33 - Removing Louver
Glass Locating
Holes
Spring
Latch
BLOWER SPEED CONTROL
OPERATION
1. Tooperateblower,turntheblowerspeed
control knobclockwise to the “ON” po-
sition (see Figure 32). This will be the
highest blower speed. Continue turning
knobclockwise to reduce blowerspeed.
Turn knob only within the specified
range (1/4 revolution, see Figure 32).
2. To turn blower off, turn blower speed
control knob counterclockwise until it
clicks into the “OFF” position. You
must turn until knob clicks for the unit
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Figure 34 - Wall Switch Wiring Diagram
WIRELESS HAND-HELD
REMOTE CONTROL (GHRC
SERIES) INSTALLATION
Note: If using the wireless hand-held re-
mote control, the wall switch is no longer
operational.
Figure 36 - Installing Remote Receiver
(Shown from Rear of Mounting Bracket)
Figure 37 - Installing Battery in Receiver
INSTALLATION
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Optional Wall Switch
Route Millivolt Wires (Supplied)
Through Gas Line Conduit Sleeve
To
Thermopile
(Back View)
ELECTRICAL HOOKUP FOR
BLOWER ACCESSORY
Beforeblower accessory can be operated, it
must be properly connected to a standard
120 VAC power source. Refer to Wiring
Diagram on page 20.
Anoutletboxwithtworeceptacleshasbeen
supplied for your convenience, located on
the lower left side of the appliance (see
Figure 35).
Figure35-ConnectingBlowerAccessory
to Power Supply
From Blower
Assembly
Note: If any of the original wire supplied must be replaced, use type 18 AWG-105 degree
C (25 feet length MAXIMUM) or equivalent.
CAUTION: Due to high tem-
peratures, make sure no wires
are touching the bottom of the
firebox.
NOTICE: Only use alkaline bat-
teries (not included, requires 2).
Installing Receiver
Note: Receiver is preinstalled.
1. Remove access panel from lower front
face of firebox. Lift straight up on ac-
cess panel until it stops. Pull bottom of
access panel forward, then down.
2. Disconnect wall switch wires from TH
and TPTH terminals on control valve
(see Figure 34).
3. Install remote receiverunit onto mount-
ingbracketusing the two plasticmount-
ing clips (see Figure 36).
4. Connect wires to control valve. Con-
nect white wire to terminal TH. Con-
nect red wire to terminal TP/TH.
5. Locate the battery clip mounted on the
back of the receiver (see Figure 37).
6. Slide 9-volt battery (not included)
through the clip.
7. Attach the terminal wires to the battery
(see Figure 37).
8. Replace access panel. Place top of ac-
cess panel into opening and slide up.
Push bottom of access panel in and
slide down to install.
Battery Clip
9-Volt Battery
Receiver
Terminal
Wires
Receiver
Mounting
Bracket
Plastic
Mounting
Clips
Note: This unit does
not have a HI/LOW
feature
Continued
Installing 9-Volt Alkaline Battery in
Hand-Held Remote Control Unit
1. Remove battery cover on back of re-
mote control unit.
2. Attach terminal wires to the battery
(not included). Place battery into the
battery housing.
3. Replace battery cover onto remote con-
trol unit.
Figure 38 - Installing Battery in Hand-
Held Remote Control Unit
Battery
Cover
9-Volt
Battery
Terminal
Wires
Remote
Control Unit
Battery
Housing
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GAS LINE HOOKUP
Figure 39 - Typical Exterior Wall Gas
Shut-Off Installation
WARNING: Gas line hookup
should be done by your gas sup-
plieroraqualifiedserviceperson.
WARNING: Before you pro-
ceed,makesure yourgas supply
is OFF.
An equipment shutoff valve has been in-
cludedintheappliance’sgassupplysystem.
You may consider installing an extra gas
shutoffvalve outside the appliance’senclo-
sure(checkwithlocalcodes)whereitcanbe
accessed more conveniently with a key
through a wall as shown in Figure 39.
Route a 1/2” NPT black iron gas line to-
wardstheappliancecominginfromtheleft.
Itisrecommendedtoroutethepipebetween
the stand of the firebox and the surround of
the fireplace (see Figure 40).
IMPORTANT: The appliance and its indi-
vidual equipment shutoff valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping
system during any pressure testing of that
systemattestpressuresinexcessof1/2psig.
(3.5 kPa). The appliance must be isolated
from the gas supply piping system by clos-
ing its individual equipment shutoff valve
duringanypressuretestingofthegassupply
piping system at test pressures equal to or
less than 1/2 psig. (3.5 kPa).
Key Extension
Equipment
ShutOff Valve
CAUTION: Compounds used
on threaded joints of gas piping
shall be resistant to the action of
Liquefied Petroleum (LP or pro-
pane), and should be applied
lightly to ensure excess sealant
does not enter the gas line.
CAUTION: Do not kink flex-
ible gas line.
WARNING: All gas piping
andconnectionsmustbetested
for leaks after the installation is
completed.
After ensuring that the gas valve
is open, apply a soap and water
solution to all connections and
joints. If bubbles appear, leaks
can be detected and corrected.
Donotuseanopenflameforleak
testing and do not operate any
appliance if a leak is detected.
Back Wall
Of Appliance
Incoming 1/2"
Gas Line
Permitted by
Local Codes
Sediment Trap (Not Supplied)
Figure 40 - Sediment Trap
WARNING:Improperinstalla-
tion, adjustment, alteration, ser-
vice, or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Refer
to this manual. For assistance or
additional information, consult a
qualified installer, service
agency, or gas supplier.
GAS RATING
TYPE OF GAS NATURAL PROPANE/LP
Max. Input Rating: 30,000 Btu/hr 28,000 Btu/hr
Orifice Size (0-4,500 Ft.): 7/64" #52
Manifold Pressure: 3.5 in. WC 10.0 in. WC
**Minimum Supply Pressure: 4.5 in. WC 11.0 in. WC
**Maximum Supply Pressure: 10.5 in. WC 13.0 in. WC
** For the purpose of input adjustment.
1. Install a sediment trap between the in-
coming gas line and the gas control
valve (see Figure 40). The sediment
trap should extend down the center of
the pipe. Refer to your local codes.
2. Prepare incoming gas line and check
with local codes regarding the use of
teflon tape. Complete your gas line in-
stallation by connecting incoming gas
line with flexible gas line (included).
Secure tightly with a wrench, but Do
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INSTALLATION
Continued
INSTALLING LOG SET
Open Close
Figure 42 - Removing Glass Door
GAS SUPPLY TESTING
Note: Thissectionisintendedasaguidefor
qualified service technicians installing gas
to the appliance.
CAUTION: Do not connect
appliance before pressure test-
ing gas piping. Damage to the
gas valve may result and an un-
safe condition may be caused.
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Figure 41 - Millivolt Control Valve
Pilot Gas Line - Do Not Kink To Pilot
Burner
Pilot Adjustment Cap
ON/OFF
Knob
To Main
Burner
Conversion Screw
Outlet
Pressure
Inlet
Pressure
Thegascontrol valve issecuredunderneath
thefireboxwithtwobracketsfastenedtothe
firebox bottom. Two pressure taps are pro-
videdonthe gas controlvalveforapressure
gauge connection (see Figure 41).
Before proceeding, make sure the gas con-
trol valve is in the “OFF” position. Logs
have been packaged separately to prevent
damage to glass or refractory.
1. Remove top and bottom louvers by si-
multaneously pulling both top end
spring latches towards the center of the
applianceuntiltheyaredisengagedfrom
locating holes. Repeat for bottom end
springlatchesand pull outward. Reverse
procedure to install louvers back.
A
A
B
B
C
C
D
D
E
Figure 43 - Log Set (9 Pieces)
Left
Front
Right
Back
Figure 44 - Burner and Grate (Top View)
WARNING:Improperinstalla-
tion, adjustment, alteration, ser-
vice, or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Refer
to this manual. For assistance or
additional information, consult a
qualified installer, service
agency, or gas supplier.
Left
Right
Back
Front
Figure45-InstallingLogs“A”(TopView)
2. Remove the screen rod by sliding
spring clip on one end toward the cen-
ter. Slide rod into screen rod hole until
other end of rod is free. Remove rod.
3. To open the glass door, open the pairs
of latches located on the top and bottom
ofthefirebox (see Figure42). Note: Use
caution when opening these latches.
4. Carefully open the door.The glass door
ismounted to thefirebox with 5screws.
5. To remove the logs from the shrink
wrap, carefully cut the plastic around
the perimeter of the log. Do not try to
removethe logs from the package with-
out first cutting the plastic.
6. Figure 43 shows the log set. Logs “A”
havethe knot at the end of thelog. Logs
“B” have the knot at the middle of the
log.Twigs “C” have the shape of a “Y”.
Twigs “D” have theshape of bent twigs.
Twig “E” is a straight twig which is
placed across the top of Logs “B”.
7. Figure 44 shows the top view of the
burner and grate.
8. Place logs “A” as shown in Figure 45.
9. Place logs “B” as shown in Figure 46.
Lift the end of log “A” that will be
propped up and place log “B” under it.
At the same time, the other side of log
“B” is placed over the other log “A”.
Repeat procedure for the other log “B”.
10. Take twigs “C” (shaped like a “Y”)
and place them as shown in Figure 47.
11. Take twigs “D” (bent twig) and place
them as shown in Figure 47.
12. Place twig “E” across the top of logs
“B” a shown in Figure 47.
13. When finished installing the logs, close
theglassdoorswhilemakingcertainthat
thesafety door switch is fully depressed
by the door frame before securing the
four (4) spring loaded latches.
14. Replace the louvers in reverseorderwith
thegrillespointinginthe down position.
Left
Front
Right
Back
BB
A
A
Figure46-InstallingLogs“B”(TopView)
Left
Right
Back Front
D
C
C
D
E
Figure47-InstallingTwigs“C,D,E”(Top
View)

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®
INSTALLATION
Continued
BURNER REMOVAL
CAUTION:Beforeproceeding,
make sure the entire unit is cool.
1. Remove the top and bottom louvers
and screen. Open the glass door (left
or right side).
2. Carefully remove the log set.
3. Remove the screw that attaches the
burner to the bracket.
4. Slide the burner towards the front of the
unit, lift, and remove from the firebox.
5. To reinstall the burner, slide the burner
towards the rear of the unit and secure
burner to bracket with screw.
CAUTION: Make certain the
orificeisinsidetheventuritube's
air shutter, see Figure 49.
6. Replace the log set, close door with
latches, and attach screen and louvers.
DECORATIVE FACING
Any noncombustible material may be used
for facing (glass, tile, brick, etc.) as long as
the proper clearances are observed (see
Clearances, page 3). IMPORTANT: Lou-
vered openings must not be obstructed, and
upperandlowerpanelsmustremainremov-
able for servicing. Use only heat-resistant,
noncombustible mortar or adhesive when
securing facing material.
Note: Combustiblematerial, such as wood,
that has been fireproofed is not considered
noncombustible.
PILOT ASSEMBLY
ADJUSTMENT
The pilot assembly is factory preset for the
proper flame height. Alteration to these set-
tingsmayhaveoccurredduringshippingand
handling. If this is the case, some minor
adjustment may be necessary and should be
donebya qualified technician. Toaccess the
pilotassembly,theglassdoormustbeopened.
Theproper settingsforthethermopileheight
shouldbeatadistanceof3/8"to1/2"fromthe
pilot flame as shown in Figure 48.
BURNER FLAME
ADJUSTMENT
Figure 48 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern
Theairshutter,locatedattheundersideofthe
mainburner(seeFigure49),hasbeenfactory
preset to the proper air-to-gas ratio which
resultsinaneven,cleanburningflameacross
the burner (see Figure 50). If readjustment is
necessary, you can restore the proper air-to-
gas ratio by loosening the air shutter screw
and rotating the air shutter until the proper
flame setting is achieved (see page 22, col-
umn 2 for proper shutter settings). Do not
forget to retighten the air shutter screws.
Figure 50 - Burner Flame Patterns
CORRECT
INCORRECT
CLOSE
SHUTTER
INCORRECT
OPEN
SHUTTER
Short, Sharp,
Blowing Flame
Long, Blue Flame
with Yellow Tips
Long, Uneven,
Yellow Flame
1/8"
(3mm) 3/8" - 1/2"
(9.5mm-12.3mm)
Figure49-ConnectingVenturiandOrifice
Air Shutter Orifice Burner
Firebox Bottom
Venturi
Tube
Burner Gas Line
OPERATING
GUIDELINES AND
MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
Whenlitforthefirsttime,theappliancemay
emit a slight odor for about 16 - 24 hours.
This is normal and is due to the “curing” of
the logs and the “burn-in” of internal paints
and lubricants used in the manufacturing
process.Keepcompartments,logs,burners,
andareasurroundingthelogscleanbyvacu-
uming or brushing at least twice a year.
Temporary removal of the log set may ease
the cleaning of the burner and pilot assem-
bly. In cleaning, take care not to alter the
pilotorburnerlocation.Besureapplianceis
cool before each maintenance session.
CAUTION:Theapplianceand
logs can get very hot - Handle
only when cool.
WARNING: Do not operate
appliancewithpanel(s)andglass
removed,cracked,orbroken.Re-
placementof thepanel(s)should
be done by a licensed, qualified
service person.
WARNING:Makecertainwires
and gas lines are not touching
the underside of the firebox.
Anyhouseholdglasscleanermaybeusedto
clean the glass panel. Do not use abrasive
cleanersasthismaydamagetheglass. Clean
glass only when cool.
WARNING: Turn off gas and
wall switch before servicing ap-
pliance. Any safety screen or
guard removed for servicing the
appliancemustbereplacedprior
to operating the appliance.

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OWNER’S MANUAL
CAUTION:Iftheglassbreaks,
be cautious of fragments on the
floor. Keep children away from
the area. Do not operate the unit.
Use proper safety gloves to re-
movethebrokenglassdoor.Dis-
card safely. A glass door kit can
be ordered through your local
distributor. Do not substitute
other material for the glass.
WARNING: Children and
adults should be alerted to the
hazardsofhighsurfacetempera-
tures, and to stay away from the
appliancetoavoidburnsorcloth-
ing ignition. Young children
should be carefully supervised
when they are in the same room
as the appliance.
WARNING: Have a qualified
service agency periodically in-
specttheventsystematthestart
of each heating season, for any
obstruction which may hinder
its normal operation. Never ob-
struct the flow of combustion
andventilationair.Keepthefront
of the appliance clear of all ob-
stacles and materials.
WARNING: Do not abuse,
strike, or slam the glass doors.
CAUTION: Label all wires
priortodisconnectionwhenser-
vicing controls. Wiring errors
cancauseimproperanddanger-
ous operation.
For further operating guidelines, contact
your authorized dealer.
OPERATING
GUIDELINES AND
MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
Continued
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. Thisappliancehas apilotwhichmust
belightedbyhand.Whenlightingthe
pilot,followthese instructions exactly.
B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all
aroundthe applianceareaforgas. Be
sureto smellnexttothe floorbecause
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.
• Donottouchanyelectricswitch;do
notuse anyphone inyourbuilding.
• Immediatelycallyourgassupplier
from a neighbor’s phone. Follow
the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas sup-
plier, call the fire department.
C. Useonly yourhandtopush inorturn
thegas controlknob.Neveruse 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.
LIGHTING
INSTRUCTIONS
1. STOP! Read the safety information,
column 2, on this label before pro-
ceeding.
2. Turn off all electrical power to the
appliance.
3. Open control access panel.
4. Pushin gascontrolknob slightly and
turn clockwise to “OFF”.
5. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any
gas. Then smell for gas, including
near the floor. If you smell gas,
STOP! Follow “B” in the safety in-
formation on this page. If you don’t
smell gas, go to the next step.
6. The pilot is located by the main
burner.
7. Turn knob on gas control counter-
clockwise to “PILOT”.
8. Push in the control knob all the way
andholdin. Immediatelylight the pi-
lot by pressing the ignitor button
untila flame appears one(1) minute
afterthepilot islit. Releaseknob and
it will pop back up. Pilot should re-
main lit. If it goes out, repeat steps 4
through 8.
• If knob does not pop out when re-
leased, stop and call gas supplier.
• Ifthepilot will notstaylit aftersev-
eral tries, turn gas control knob to
“OFF” and call your service tech-
nician or gas supplier.
9. Turn gas controlknob counterclock-
wise to “ON”. Knob can be
turned to “ON” only if the control
knob is popped out.
10. Turn on all electric power to the ap-
pliance (remote control or wall
switch).
Figure 51 - Control Knob in the PILOT
Position
O
F
F
P
I
L
O
T
O
N
P
I
L
O
T
EA
16AI
7
TPTH TP TH
Position Indicator
Gas Control Knob Conversion Screw
Continued

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®
Thermocouple
Incoming
Main
Gas
Supply
Piezo Ignitor
Control
Valve
Variable
Speed
Control
Electrical Rating:
120v, 60Hz, 0.7A
Pilot
TH
TP
TH/TP
Thermopile Piezo Ignitor Do Not
Connect
To 120V
N.O.SW
(Wall Switch)
Remote
Control
Pilot
Gas Line
Wireway
GND
BLK
WHT
GRN
Incoming
120V AC
(Fuse Box
or
Breaker)
Connectors
(Not Supplied)
Field Wire
N.O.SW
WIRING DIAGRAM
REMOTE
OPERATION
Lighting Instructions
1. After lighting, let pilot flame burn for
about one minute. Turn control knob
toONposition.Slidetheselectorswitch
to the REMOTE position. Note: The
burnersmaylightifhand-heldremote
ONbuttonwasonwhenselectorswitch
was last turned off.You can now turn
the burners on and off with the hand-
held remote control unit.
IMPORTANT: Do not leave the se-
lector switch in the REMOTE posi-
tionwhen the pilot isnot lit.Thiswill
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.
2. Press ON/OFF button to turn the
burners on and off. When turning
burners off, the pilot will remain lit.
ON
OFF
REMOTE
O
F
F
P
I
L
O
T
O
N
Figure 53 - Setting the Selector Switch,
Control Knob, and Flame Adjustment
Knob for Remote Operation
Selector Switch in
Remote Position
Control Knob in
On Position
OPERATING
FIREPLACE
Continued
Figure 52 - Pilot
Thermocouple Pilot Burner
Piezo Ignitor
NOTICE: You must light the pilot
before using the hand-held re-
mote control unit. See Lighting
Instructions , page 19.
Follow instructions included with the re-
mote control.
Thermopile
TO TURN OFF GAS
TO APPLIANCE
1. Turn off remote control or wall
switch.
2. Turn off all electric power to the ap-
pliance if service is to be performed.
3. Remove control access panel.
4. Pushin gas controlknob slightlyand
turn clockwise to “OFF”. Do
not force.
5. Replace control access panel.
Note: It is recommended that you main-
tainthegascontrolknobinthefull"OFF"
position during lengthy periods of sea-
sonal non-usage.