Local codes, Product features, Pre-installation preparation – Desa CGCDV36PR User Manual

Page 5: Pre-installation preparation local codes

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116200-01L

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PRODUCT FEATURES

Figure 2 - Common Fireplace Locations

Figure 3 - Fireplace Bottom Dimensions

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RW

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29"

41"

PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION

LOCAL CODES

Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all
local codes. In the absence to local codes,
use the current National Fuel Gas Code ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54*
(USA) or the current CSA-
B149.1 Installation Code
(Canada).

*Available from:

American National Standards Institute, Inc.

1430 Broadway

New York, NY 10018

National Fire Protection Association, Inc.

Batterymarch Park

Quincy, MA 02269

These are a few facts that can help you under-
stand and enjoy your direct-vent fireplace:
• The venting system may be routed to the

outside of your home in several ways. It
may vent through the roof (vertical) or it
may vent to an outside/exterior wall (hori-
zontal). The vent pipe installation is very
important to allow for proper operation.
You must follow the venting instructions
very carefully for either vertical or horizontal
applications.

• This fireplace may be installed in any room

of your house provided all local codes and
these installation instructions are followed.

• This fireplace requires a wall switch, hand-

held remote or wall thermostat (millivolt) for
operation (see Accessories, page 42).

• This fireplace does not require electricity

to operate.

• Only the blower requires electricity if in-

stalled and if you plan to install the blower at
a later date, do not forget to wire the outlet at
the bottom of the fireplace when framing.

• A piezo ignitor and ceramic electrode cre-

ate spark to ignite the pilot light. It does not
require any matches, batteries or any other
sources of ignition to light the pilot.

• Each time you turn on your fireplace, you

may notice some amount of condensation
on the inside of the fireplace glass. This
is normal and will disappear after 10-20
minutes of operation.

• Your direct-vent gas fireplace system

(fireplace and venting) is a balanced and
sealed gas operating unit. It requires ap-
proximately 10-20 minutes of operating
time before the flame pattern stabilizes.

• Fireplaces with the suffix of -HA have been

designed to operate at altitudes of 4000
feet and above.

LOCATION AND SPACE
REqUIREMENTS

Determine the safest and most efficient loca-
tion for your DESA Heating, LLC direct-vent
fireplace. Make sure that rafters and wall
studs are not in the way of the venting system.
Choose a location where the heat output is
not affected by drafts, air conditioning ducts,
windows or doors. Figure 2 shows some com-
mon locations. Be aware of all restrictions and
precautions before deciding the exact location
for your fireplace and termination cap.
When deciding the location of your fireplace,
follow these rules:
• Do not connect this fireplace venting to a

chimney flue serving a separate solid-fuel
burning fireplace or appliance.

• Due to high temperatures, do not locate this

fireplace in high traffic areas, windy or drafty
areas or near furniture or draperies.

• Proper clearances must be maintained.

Flush with a wall

Through exterior wall
enclosed in a chase

Corner
installation

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