Desa (V)368ST - Manual (Page 2)

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WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, altera-
tion, service or maintenance can cause injury, property
damage or loss of life. Refer to this manual for assis-
tance or additional information. Consult a qualified
installer or local distributor.
TABLe oF ConTenTS
Safety .................................................................. 2
Product Dimensions ............................................ 3
Firebox Installation .............................................. 4
Venting Installation .............................................. 6
Optional Gas Line Installation............................ 12
Operation and Maintenance Guidelines ............ 13
Technical Service............................................... 14
Replacement and Accessory Parts.................... 14
SAFeTy
c. Installation and/or operation in a
manner other than instructed in this
manual.
d. The burning of any other fuel not tested
or approved by DESA Heating, LLC in
this wood burning firebox.
Proper installation is the most important step
in ensuring safe and continuous operation
of the fireplace. Although grounding may not
be required by code in your area, it must be
electrically grounded in accordance with lo-
cal codes or, in the absence of local codes,
with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70-1990.
This firebox is intended for installation in ac-
cordance with the National Fire Protection As-
sociation Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces,
Vents and Solid-Fuel Burning Fireplaces,
NFPA 211, and in accordance with codes
such as the BOCA Basic/National Code, the
Standard Mechanical Code, and the Uniform
Building Code.
WARNING: Do not install a
firebox insert in this firebox un-
less the manufacturer's instruc-
tions with the insert specifically
state this firebox has been tested
for use with the insert.
This firebox is not intended to be
used as a substitute for a furnace
to heat an entire home. Use for
supplemental heat only.
IMPORTANT: Check local codes
before installing this firebox.
This is a wood burning firebox intended and
approved for installation in either residential
homes or buildings of standard construction.
This firebox system requires the utilization of a
DESA Heating, LLC 8" double wall, snap-lock
flue pipe system.
Glass doors are optional with this firebox and
come in different styles. For more information
see Glass Doors, page 13).
The model’s serial number and any other
specific rating information may be found on
the rating plate located inside the firebox
opening.
Before beginning the installation of the firebox,
read these instructions through completely.
• This DESA Heating, LLC firebox and its
approved components are safe when
installed according to this installation
manual and operated as recommended
by DESA Heating, LLC. Use only DESA
Heating, LLC approved components,
which have been designed and tested
for the fireplace system. Failure to do this
may cause a fire 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 firebox or any of
the components manufactured by
DESA Heating, LLC unless otherwise
permitted by DESA Heating, LLC.
b. Use of a firebox insert or any other
component part not approved by
DESA Heating, LLC in combination
with a DESA Heating, LLC firebox.