Desa CD36TN-M - Manual (Page 6)

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• When locating termination cap, it is important
to observe the minimum clearances shown in
Figure 7, page 8.
• If recessing into a wall, you can avoid extra
framing by positioning your fireplace against
an already existing framing member.
• Do not recess termination cap into a wall or
siding.
• You may paint the termination cap with 450ºF
(232ºC) heat-resistant paint to coordinate with
the exterior finish.
• There must not be any obstruction such as
bushes, garden sheds, fences, decks or util-
ity buildings within 24" from the front of the
termination cap.
• Do not locate termination cap where excessive
snow or ice build up may occur. Be sure to
clear vent termination area after snow falls to
prevent accidental blockage of venting system.
When using snow blowers, do not direct snow
towards vent termination area.
PRE-INSTALLATION
PREPARATION
Continued
PACKAGING AND REMOVAL
This direct-vent gas fireplace heater is packaged
with:
• one box containing a 4 piece log set located on
the burner in the firebox.
• one bag containing the owner’s manual with
installation instructions, operator’s guide, and
warranty information.
• one bag of glowing ember material.
• one bag of vermiculite hearth treatments.
Remove the shrink-wrap securing the 2 carton
trays to the unit. Lift the top carton tray off and
remove the 4 corner posts. Discard the bottom tray
once the unit is moved into position.
CLEARANCES
Minimum clearances to combustibles for the fire-
place are as follows:
Back and sides* 0"
Perpendicular walls 12"
Floor 0"
Ceiling to louver opening 40"
Front 36"
Top of Standoffs 0"
Vent Surfaces 1" (See venting
instructions for
s p e c i f i c v e n t
clearances.)
Mantel Clearances ( S e e M a n t e l
Clearances, page 8
for specifics on
mantel clearances.)
*Combustible material with a maximum thick-
ness of 5/8" may be flush with the top front of
fireplace.
NOTICE: This fireplace is in-
tended for use as supplemental
heat. Use this fireplace along with
your primary heating system. Do
not install this fireplace as your
primary heat source. If you have a
central heating system, you may
run system’s circulating blower
while using fireplace. This will
help circulate the heat through-
out the house. In the event of a
power outage, you can use this
fireplace as a heat source.
FRAMING AND FINISHING
Figure 4, page 7, shows typical framing of this
fireplace. Figure 5, page 7, shows framing for
corner installation. All minimum clearances must
be met.
For overall unit dimensions, framing allowances
and vent collar locations, see Figure 6, page 7.
For available accessories for this fireplace, see
Accessories on page 39. If you are using a separate
combustible mantel piece, refer to Figures 7 and
8, page 8 for proper height and clearances. You
can install noncombustible mantels at any height
above the fireplace.
Note:
Noncombustible mantels may discolor!
Figure 3 - Fireplace Bottom Dimensions
15"
36"
25"