® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL BDV37N/P(A,B), DDV37N/P(A,B), BDV41N/P(A,B), AND DDV41N/P(A,B) WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. FOR YOUR SAFETY WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS • Do not try to light any appliance.
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) SAFETY INFORMATION WARNINGS 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. 1. 2. 3. DANGER: Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death! This fireplace is a vented product.
OWNER’S MANUAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION LOCAL CODES Top Louver Panel Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence to local codes, use the current National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223.1, also known as NFPA 54* (USA) or the current CAN/CGA-B149[.1 or .2] Installation Codes (Canada). Vent Opening Nailing Flange Standoff *Available from: Glass Door Assembly American National Standards Institute, Inc.
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION LOCATION AND SPACE REQUIREMENTS Determine the safest and most efficient location for your Vanguard 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 3 shows some common locations. Read all venting information in this manual.
OWNER’S MANUAL PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION GENERAL VENTING These models are approved for use with Simpson Dura-Vent 6 5/8" direct-vent pipe components and terminations as well as both flex and rigid Vanguard vent components.
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) GENERAL VENTING Continued N N D H V L E B C Fixed Closed F B Openable Fixed Closed V Openable V I V G B V B B J X V G G M A V K X V A V TERMINATION CAP 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 =
OWNER’S MANUAL VENTING INSTALLATION WARNING: Read all instructions completely and thoroughly before attempting installation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life. Operation of improperly installed and maintained venting system could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life. WARNING: Seal all vent connections. Seal only the outer pipe connections with high temperature silicone (600°F/316° C).
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) Snorkel VENTING INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLATION FOR HORIZONTAL TERMINATION 1. Determine the route your horizontal venting will take. Note: The location of the horizontal vent termination on the exterior wall must meet all local and national building codes and must not be easily blocked or obstructed. 12" Minimum ,,,,, ,,,,, ,,,,, ,,,,, WARNING: Do not recess vent terminal into a wall or siding. 2.
OWNER’S MANUAL VENTING INSTALLATION 4. Continued 3. Attach vent pipe assembly to the fireplace. Set fireplace in front of it’s permanent location to insure minimum clearances. Mark the wall for a 10" square hole (for noncombustible material such as masonry block or concrete, a 7 1/2" diameter hole is acceptable). See Figure 13. The center of the hole should line up with the center-line of the horizontal rigid vent pipe.
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Horizontal Venting UP Horizontal Termination Configurations Figures 17 through 21 show different configurations for venting with horizontal termination. Each figure includes a chart with vertical minimum/maximum and horizontal maximum dimensions which must be met. Seal all connections with high temperature silicone sealant (outer pipe only) as specified in the second warning statement on page 7.
OWNER’S MANUAL VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Venting with Two 90° Elbows Vertical (V) Horizontal (H1) Horizontal (H1) + Horizontal (H2) 5' min. 6' min. 7' min. 8' min. 2' max. 4' max. 6' max. 8' min. 6' max. 12' max. 18' max. 20' max. 20' max. 8' max. 20' max. UP Figure 20 - Horizontal Termination Configuration for Rigid Venting Using Two 90° Elbows Venting with Two 90° Elbows Vertical (V) Horizontal (H1) + Horizontal (H2) 5' min. 6' min. 7' min. 8' min. 6' max. 12' max. 18' max. 20' max.
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) VENTING INSTALLATION Flat Ceiling Installation 1. Continued INSTALLATION FOR VERTICAL TERMINATION 1. 2. Determine the route your vertical venting will take. If ceiling joists, roof rafters, or other framing will obstruct the venting system, consider an offset (see Figure 22) to avoid cutting loadbearing members.
OWNER’S MANUAL VENTING INSTALLATION Continued 3. 4. 5. Vertical Termination Configurations Figures 26 through 29 show four different configurations for vertical termination. All connections must be sealed with high temperature silicone sealant as specified in the second warning on page 7. Lower the support box through the hole in the roof until the bottom of the box extends at least 2" below the ceiling (see Figure 24). Align the support box vertically and horizontally using a level.
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Note: Install restrictor into 4" collar of stove as shown. Note: Install restrictor into 4" collar of stove as shown. RVF Kit Shown Vertical Venting Venting with Two 90° Elbows V = 40' max. Vertical (V1) Horizontal (H) 5' min. 6' min. 7' min. 8' min. 6' max. 12' max. 18' max. 20' max. Figure 29 - Vertical Rigid Venting Configuration With No Horizontal Run Note: Vertical (V1) + Vertical (V2) = 20' max.
OWNER’S MANUAL VENTING INSTALLATION Continued HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION Your Vanguard direct-vent fireplace has been AGA tested and approved for elevations from 0-2000 feet and CGA certified for elevations from 0-4500 feet. When installing this fireplace at an elevation above 2000 feet (in the USA), you may need to decrease the input rating by changing the existing burner orifice to a smaller size. Reduce input 4% for each 1000 feet above sea level.
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) FIREPLACE INSTALLATION NOTICE: This heater is intended for use as supplemental heat. Use this heater along with your primary heating system. Do not install this heater as your primary heat source. If you have a central heating system, you may run system’s circulating blower while using heater. This will help circulate the heat throughout the house. In the event of a power outage, you can use this heater as your primary heat source.
OWNER’S MANUAL FIREPLACE INSTALLATION 9. Continued 8. Plug in blower power cord. a. If your fireplace system is installed as a freestanding unit with an accessory mantel, determine whether the power cord will exit the left side or the right side of the firebox. Install one plastic bushing provided into the 1 1/2" hole in the outer casing through which the power cord will exit. Install the second plastic bushing provided into the floor support bracket if exiting through the right side (see Figure 34).
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION WARNING: A qualified service person must connect fireplace to gas supply. Follow all local codes. CAUTION: For propane/LP units, never connect heater directly to the propane/LP supply. This heater requires an external regulator (not supplied). Install the external regulator between the heater and propane/LP supply. CAUTION: Use only new, black iron or steel pipe.
OWNER’S MANUAL CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY 3. WARNING: Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installing or servicing. Correct all leaks at once. 4. Installation Items Needed • 5/16" hex socket wrench or nut-driver • sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not provided) 1. Open lower louver door panel by gently pulling forward. 2. Route flexible gas line (provided by installer) from manual shutoff valve to fireplace.
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Open ON POSITION Manual Shutoff Valve Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa) 1. 2. 3. Close manual shutoff valve (see Figure 38). Pressurize supply piping system by either opening propane/LP supply tank valve for propane/LP gas fireplace or opening main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas fireplace, or using compressed air.
OWNER’S MANUAL FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued REMOVING/REPLACING GLASS DOOR You must remove glass door to install optional brick liners, logs, lava rock, and ember material. Screw Glass Door Assembly CAUTION: Do not operate this fireplace with a broken glass door panel. Do not operate this fireplace without the glass door panel securely in place. For replacement part information see Replacement Parts, page 31. 1. 2. 3. 4. Remove the upper louver panel by lifting upward and out (see Figure 41).
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING OPTIONAL BRICK LINER D8037A/D8041 Left Side Brick Panel WARNING: If fireplace has been running, turn off and unplug fireplace. Let cool before installing brick liner. This brick liner kit is optional. You may purchase brick liner from your local dealer or see Accessories, page 33. CAUTION: Always handle brick panels with two hands. Do not force brick panels into place. Excessive force will break brick panels.
OWNER’S MANUAL FIREPLACE INSTALLATION 6. Continued INSTALLING LOGS, LAVA ROCK AND GLOWING EMBERS WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury. Each log is marked with a number. These numbers will help you identify the log when installing. It is very important to install these logs exactly as instructed. Do not modify logs. Only use logs supplied with fireplace.
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) FIREPLACE INSTALLATION 1 Continued Fireplace Models DDV37N/P(A, B) and DDV41N/P(A, B) 1. 2. 3. 4. Place log #1 (back log) on grate. Make sure the lower middle section of the log fits securely into the open area in back of grate (see Figure 50). Place log #2 (two log assembly) onto pins on left front and middle section of the front burner (see Figure 51).
OWNER’S MANUAL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING FIREPLACE FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas.
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) OPERATING OPTIONAL BLOWER ACCESSORY OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often. PILOT ASSEMBLY The pilot assembly is factory preset for the proper flame height. Alterations may have occurred during shipping and handling. Call a qualified service person to readjust the pilot if necessary. The height of the thermopile must be 3/8" to 1/2" above the pilot flame as shown in Figure 56.
OWNER’S MANUAL INSPECTING BURNERS Continued Figure 57 shows a typical flame pattern for DDV37N/P(A,B), and DDV41N/P(A,B) models. Figure 58 shows a typical flame pattern for BDV37N/P(A,B), and BDV41N/P(A,B).
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater. Note: For additional help, visit DESA International’s technical service web site at www.desatech.com. CAUTION: Never use a wire, needle, or similar object to clean pilot. This can damage pilot unit. Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation.
OWNER’S MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Burner does not light after pilot is lit 1. Burner orifice clogged 1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Maintenance, page 27) or replace burner orifice 2. Contact local propane/LP or natural gas company 3. Reconnect leads (see Wiring Diagram, page 31) 4. Replace thermopile 2. Inlet gas pressure is too low 3. Thermopile leads disconnected or improperly connected 4. Thermopile is defective Delayed ignition burner 1.
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) TROUBLESHOOTING Continued WARNING: 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 your gas supplier, call the fire department. • • • • IMPORTANT: Operating fireplace where impurities in air exist may create odors.
OWNER’S MANUAL REPLACEMENT PARTS Note: Use only original replacement parts. This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty. PARTS UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can not supply original replacement part(s), call DESA International’s Technical Service Department at 1-800-DESA LOG (1-800-337-2564).
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) SPECIFICATIONS BDV/DDV37N(A,B) BDV/DDV37P(A,B) BDV/DDV41N(A,B) BDV/DDV41P(A,B) 16,000/22,000 Btu/h 16,000/20,000 Btu/h 17,000/24,000 Btu/h 17,000/22,000 Btu/h Natural Propane/LP Natural Propane/LP Piezo Piezo Piezo Piezo Manifold Pressure 3.5" w.c. 10.0" w.c. 3.5" w.c. 10.0" w.c. Minimum Inlet Supply Pressure 4.5" w.c. 11.0" w.c. 4.5" w.c. 11.0" w.c.
OWNER’S MANUAL ACCESSORIES Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA International’s Sales Department at 1-800-432-2382. for information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual. BRASS PERIMETER TRIM KIT - D9037(37")/GA6091(41") (Not Shown) Optional three sided brass trim kit covers unfinished edges around fireplace. Provides a finished appearance with the class of brass.
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN 41 36 BDV37N(A,B) BDV41N(A,B) 7 2 11 (Included in Hardware Pack) 49 34-3 34-1 34-2 25 6 52 48 34-4 47 29 26 1 27 44 37 18 6 20 6 35 19 24 30 43 16 40 4 28 31 22 39 21 23 17 28 9 5 38 13 14 15 8 5 5 50 10 35 12 32 45 42 7 46 33 51 3 35 34 105539
OWNER’S MANUAL PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 31 of this manual. DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE BDV37N(A,B) BDV41N(A,B) KEY NO.
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN 41 36 BDV37P(A,B) BDV41P(A,B) 7 2 11 (Included in Hardware Pack) 49 34-3 34-1 34-2 25 6 52 48 34-4 47 29 26 1 27 44 37 18 6 6 20 35 19 24 30 43 16 40 4 28 31 22 39 21 23 17 28 9 5 38 13 14 15 8 5 5 50 10 35 12 32 45 42 7 46 33 51 3 35 36 105539
OWNER’S MANUAL PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 31 of this manual. DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE BDV37P(A,B) BDV41P(A,B) KEY NO.
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN DDV37N(A,B) DDV41N(A,B) 46 41 55 54 55 7 2 58 55 11 (Included in Hardware Pack) 39-1 54 39-2 57 39-3 25 30 32 33 27 6 59 26 56 49 1 6 6 59 29 31 19 18 20 28 5 34 6 42 35 6 16 24 40 4 45 33 36 22 48 17 13 44 21 23 5 10 40 9 14 12 33 43 15 5 5 8 52 37 50 47 7 53 38 3 40 50 38 105539
OWNER’S MANUAL PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 31 of this manual. DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE DDV37N(A,B) DDV41N(A,B) KEY NO.
® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN DDV37P(A,B) DDV41P(A,B) 46 41 55 54 55 7 2 58 55 11 (Included in Hardware Pack) 39-1 54 39-2 57 39-3 6 25 30 32 33 27 59 26 56 49 1 6 6 59 29 31 19 18 20 28 5 34 6 42 35 6 16 24 40 4 45 33 36 22 48 17 13 44 21 23 5 10 40 9 14 12 33 43 15 5 5 8 52 37 50 47 7 53 38 3 40 50 40 105539
OWNER’S MANUAL PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 31 of this manual. DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE DDV37P(A,B) DDV41P(A,B) KEY NO.
WARRANTY INFORMATION KEEP THIS WARRANTY Model Serial No. Date Purchased Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory. We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable is our standard written warranty. We make no other warranty, expressed or implied.