Desa V42V-A - Manual (Page 2)

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SAFETy INFORMATION
WARNING: This product contains and/or generates
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer or birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and
completely before trying to assemble, operate, or service
this fireplace. Improper use of this fireplace can cause
serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosions,
electrical shock, and carbon monoxide poisoning.
DANGER: Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead
to death!
This fireplace must be installed by a qualified (certified or licensed)
service person. It has a sealed gas combustion chamber that uses
a coaxial pipe (pipe within a pipe and having the same center)
venting system. It brings in fresh air for combustion through the
outer pipe and combustion gases are exhausted through the inner
pipe. If the glass door assembly and venting pipe are not properly
seated, connected, and sealed, carbon monoxide leakage (spillage)
can occur.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning:
Early signs of carbon monoxide
poisoning resemble the flu, with headaches, dizziness, or nausea.
If you have these signs, the fireplace may not have been installed
properly. Get fresh air at once! Have fireplace inspected and ser-
viced by a qualified service person. Some people are more affected
by carbon monoxide than others. These include pregnant women,
people with heart or lung disease or anemia, those under the influ-
ence of alcohol, and those at high altitudes.
Natural and Propane/LP Gas: Natural and propane/LP gas are both
odorless. An odor-making agent is added to each of these gases. The
odor helps you detect a gas leak. However, the odor added to these
gases 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 fireplace.
WARNING: Any change to this fireplace or its con-
trols can be dangerous.
1. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on
the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with
other gases unless a certified kit is used.
2. For propane/LP fireplace, 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 pro-
pane/LP fuel tank of less than 100 lb. capacity.
3. 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 fire department.
4. Never install the fireplace
• in a recreational vehicle
• in windy or drafty areas where curtains or other combustible
(flammable) objects can make contact with the fireplace front
• in high traffic areas
5. This fireplace reaches high temperatures. Keep children and
adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing igni-
tion. Fireplace will remain hot for a time after shutdown. Allow
surfaces to cool before touching.
6. Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room
with fireplace.
7. Do not modify this fireplace under any circumstances. Any
parts removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating
fireplace.
8. Turn fireplace off and let cool before servicing, installing, or
repairing. Only a qualified service person should install, ser-
vice, or repair this fireplace. Have fireplace inspected annually
by a qualified service person.
9. 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 fireplace.
10. Have venting system inspected annually by a qualified service
person. If needed, have venting system cleaned or repaired. See
Cleaning and Maintenance, page 24.
11. Keep the area around your fireplace clear of combustible ma-
terials, gasoline, and other flammable vapor and liquids. Do
not run fireplace where these are used or stored. Do not place
items such as clothing or decorations on or around fireplace.
TABLE OF cONTENTS
Safety Information ........................................................................
Product Identification ....................................................................3
Local Codes..................................................................................3
Product Features ..........................................................................3
Pre-Installation Preparation ..........................................................4
Location of Termination Cap .........................................................6
Venting Installation Instructions ....................................................7
Fireplace Installation...................................................................14
Operating Fireplace ....................................................................1
Inspecting Burners......................................................................4 Cleaning and Maintenance .........................................................4
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................5
Replacement Parts .....................................................................8
Service Hints ..............................................................................8
Technical Service........................................................................8
Specifications .............................................................................8
Accessories ................................................................................9
Illustrated Parts Breakdown and Parts List.................................30
Warranty Information ................................................... Back Cover