DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE TM OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com NATURAL GAS “TUDOR” MODEL (V)T32N, (V)T36N SERIES PROPANE/LP GAS “TUDOR” MODEL (V)T32P, (V)T36P SERIES 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................ 2 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ............................................ 28 LOCAL CODES ........................................................................... 3 TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................. 29 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ..................................................... 3 REPLACEMENT PARTS ........................
SAFETY INFORMATION LOCAL CODES PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION SAFETY INFORMATION 3 3 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Continued Upper Louver 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. Do not modify this fireplace under any circumstances. Any Panel Flue Collar parts removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating fireplace. Turn fireplace off and let cool before servicing, installing, or repairing. Only a qualified service person should install, service, or repair this fireplace.
PRODUCT FEATURES PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Location and Space Requirements PRODUCT FEATURES These are a few facts that can help you understand 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 (horizontal). The vent pipe installation is very important to allow for proper operation.
PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Clearances Framing and Finishing 5 5 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION Continued CLEARANCES Minimum clearances to combustibles for the fireplace are as follows: Back, and sides 0"/mm Perpendicular walls 6" (152mm) Floor 0"/mm Ceiling to louver opening 42" (1067mm) Front 36" (914mm) Top 0"/mm Vent (See venting instructions for specific venting clearances.) Combustible material with a maximum thickness of 5/8" may be flush with the top front of fireplace .
LOCATION OF TERMINATION CAP LOCATION OF TERMINATION CAP 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 = vertical cle
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Precautions Installation Planning 7 7 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE: Read these instructions completely before attempting installation. These models are tested and approved for use with DESA International (direct-vent) pipe components and terminations. The venting system must terminate on the outside of the structure and can not be attached to a chimney or flue system serving a separate solid fuel or gas burning appliance.
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Planning VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued 2. 3. 4. 5. Direct vent pipe sections and components are designed with special twist-lock connections. Twist-Lock Procedure: The female ends of the pipes have locking lugs (indentations). These lugs will slide straight into matching slots on the male ends of adjacent pipes.
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 9 9 Installation Planning (Cont.) VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Combustible Exterior Wall: For vinyl siding, stucco, or wood exteriors, a siding standoff must be installed between the vent cap and exterior wall. The siding standoff prevents excessive heat from damaging the siding materials. Siding material must be cut to accommodate standoff. Bolt the vent cap to the standoff. Apply non-hardening mastic around outside edge of standoff.
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Planning (Cont.) VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Minimum Pipe Overlap 11/4" Siding Standoff WARNING: Never run vent downward as this may cause excessive temperatures which could cause a fire. Operation of improperly installed and maintained venting system could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life.
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 11 11 Installation Planning (Cont.
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Planning (Cont.) VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued HORIZONTAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION USING TWO 90° ELBOWS The following configurations show the minimum vertical rise requirements for a horizontal system using two 90° elbows. Venting with Two 90° Elbows Vertical (V) Horizontal (H1) Horizontal (H1) + Horizontal (H2) 5' min. 6' min. 7' min. 8' min. 20' max. 2' max. 4' max. 6' max. 8' max. 8' max. 45°Elbow 6' max. 12' max. 18' max. 20' max.
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation for Vertical Termination 13 13 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued INSTALLATION FOR VERTICAL TERMINATION Note: Vertical restrictor must be installed in all vertical installations. 1. 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 19) to avoid cutting load bearing members.
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation for Vertical Termination (Cont.) VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued Vertical Termination Configurations Venting with One 90° Elbow Figures 21 through 24 show four different configurations for vertical termination. Venting with Two 90° Elbows Vertical (V) Horizontal (H1) + Horizontal (H2) 5' min. 6' min. 7' min. 8' min. 20' max. 2' max. 4' max. 6' max. 8' max. 8' max. 45° Elbow Vertical (V) Horizontal (H) 5' min. 6' min. 7' min. 8' min.
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation for Vertical Termination (Cont.) High Altitude Installation 15 15 VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION Vertical Venting V = 40' max. Your DESA International direct-vent fireplace has been CSA tested and approved for elevations from 0-2000 feet (USA) and elevations from 0-4500 feet (Canada) .
VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Parts Lists for Venting Kits and Components FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Check Gas Type Installing Optional Blower Accessories VENTING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued PARTS LISTS FOR VENTING KITS AND COMPONENTS DESA International Venting Accessories DESA International Pipe & Vent Kits SC-47 WF-47 RF-47-6 RF-47-12 VR-47 S-47 WS-47 FP-47 Number Description P47-6 6" Section Coaxial Pipe - Galvanized P47-12 12" Section Coaxial Pipe - Galvanized P47-24 24" Section C
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Installing Optional Blower Accessories (Cont.) 17 17 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Spade Terminals Exhaust Port Magnetic Strips k et i c a l B hW ff O k e c al n e ti h W B er G 5 . C 1 1/ 0 . A.
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Installing Optional Blower Accessories (Cont.) FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued 3. Place the blower against the lower rear wall of the firebox outer wrapper with the exhaust port directed upward and the thermodisc positioned up near the fireplace bottom. The thermodisc must be oriented near the fireplace bottom as shown in Figure 28 in order to sense temperature and properly operate.
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Location 19 19 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 fireplace directly to the propane/LP supply. This heater requires an external regulator (not supplied). Install the external regulator between the fireplace and propane/LP supply.
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION 20 Connecting Fireplace To Gas Supply Checking Gas Connections FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY 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 equipment shutoff valve to fireplace.
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Checking Gas Connections (Cont.) Installing Optional Wireless Hand-Held Remote Control - GHRC and GHRCT(A) Series 21 21 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Open equipment shutoff valve (see Figure 33, page 20). Open propane/LP supply tank valve for propane/LP fireplace or main gas valve located on or near gas meter for natural gas fireplace. Make sure control knob of fireplace is in the OFF position.
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Removing/Replacing Glass Door Installing Optional Brick Liner Models BL32D, BL36D(S), BL36DH(S) FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued REMOVING/REPLACING GLASS DOOR CAUTION: Do not operate this fireplace with a broken glass door panel or without the glass door panel securely in place. For replacement part information see Replacement Parts, page 36. 6. 7. Replace screen/rod assembly by reversing step 1. Replace louvers by reversing procedure under Removing Louver Panels, page 22.
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Installing Optional Brick Liner Models BL32D, BL36D(S), BL36DH(S) Installing Logs, Lava Rock and Glowing Embers 23 23 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued 4. Remove three screws from deflector shield on the inside top of firebox. Set shield and screws aside. 5. Install rear brick panel first. Rest bottom edge of panel on back edge of grate (see Figure 43). 6. Install top brick panel (T36 Series only) by resting on the top of the rear panel.
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Installing Logs, Lava Rock and Glowing Embers (Cont.) FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Place log #3 (crossover log) onto the rear and front logs. Make sure it is seated properly on the smooth surface on the front log and on the pin on the back log as shown in Figure 47. Place log #4 (right log) on the pin on the right side of front log as shown in Figure 48.
OPERATING FIREPLACE For Your Safety Read Before Lighting Lighting Instructions To Turn Off Gas To Appliance Manual Lighting Procedure 25 25 OPERATING FIREPLACE FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING 10. LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. STOP! Read the safety information above. Open lower louver panel. Disconnect the wire that runs from TH to TPTH from the control valve. Turn off all electric power to the fireplace. Push in gas control knob slightly and turn clockwise to “OFF”.
OPERATING FIREPLACE Optional Remote Operation OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued Note: All remote control accessories must be purchased separately (see Accessories, page 37). Follow instructions included with the remote control. ON Gas Control Knob in ON Position Figure 52 - Setting the Selector Switch, Gas Control Knob, and Variable Control Knob for Remote Operation GHRC Series Operation: 2a. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the burners on and off. When turning burners off, the pilot will remain lit.
OPERATING FIREPLACE Operating Optional GWMT1 Wall Mounted Thermostat Operating Optional Blower Accessory 27 27 INSPECTING BURNERS Pilot Assembly Burner Flame Pattern OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued INSPECTING BURNERS Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often. OPERATING OPTIONAL GWMT1 WALL MOUNTED THERMOSTAT WARNING: Do not connect the thermostat to a power source. Electrical shock and/or a fire hazard will occur. Light the fireplace as instructed in Lighting Instructions on page 25.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Glass Door Pilot and Burners Logs Venting System CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn off fireplace and let cool before cleaning. CAUTION: You must keep control areas, burners, and circulating air passageways of fireplace clean. Inspect these areas of fireplace before each use. Have fireplace inspected yearly by a qualified service person. Fireplace may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, pet hair, etc.
TROUBLESHOOTING 29 29 TROUBLESHOOTING Note: For additional help, visit DESA International’s technical service web site at www.desatech.com. WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater. Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. CAUTION: Never use a wire, needle, or similar object to clean pilot. This can damage pilot unit.
TROUBLESHOOTING 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 28) or replace burner orifice 2. Contact local propane/LP or natural gas company 3. Reconnect leads 2. Inlet gas pressure is too low 3. Thermopile leads disconnected or improperly connected 4. Thermopile is defective Delayed ignition burner 1. Manifold pressure is too low 2.
TROUBLESHOOTING 31 31 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. • • • • OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Fireplace produces unwanted odors 1. Gas leak. See Warning statement above 1.
REPLACEMENT PARTS SPECIFICATIONS SERVICE HINTS TECHNICAL SERVICE REPLACEMENT PARTS SERVICE HINTS Note: Use only original replacement parts. This will protect your warranty coverage for parts replaced under warranty. When Gas Pressure Is Too Low PARTS UNDER WARRANTY Contact authorized retailers of this product. If they can not supply original replacement part(s), call DESA International’s Customer Service Department at 1-866-672-6040.
ACCESSORIES 33 33 ACCESSORIES Notice: All accessories may not be available for all fireplace models. Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local retailer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA International’s Sales Department at 1-866-672-6040. for information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual.
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN (V)T32N, (V)T32NB, (V)T32NR, (V)T32NRB (V)T32P, (V)T32PB, (V)T32PR, (V)T32PRB ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN (V)T32N, (V)T32NB (V)T32NR (V)T32NRB (V)T32P, (V)T32PB (V)T32PR (V)T32PRB 22-3 6 22-4 22-5 22-6 7 22-2 22-1 8 4 1 12 9 14 3 17 21 19 15 11 20 10 18 9-17 9-19 13 16 9-16 9-15 9-1 9-2 2 9-13 9-8 9-3 16 9-7 9-18 5 9-9 9-14 9-6 9-12 9-11 9-4 9-5 9-10 For more information, visit www.desatech.
PARTS LIST (V)T32N, (V)T32NB, (V)T32NR, (V)T32NRB (V)T32P, (V)T32PB, (V)T32PR, (V)T32PRB 35 35 PARTS LIST (V)T32N, (V)T32NB, (V)T32NR, (V)T32NRB, (V)T32P, (V)T32PB, (V)T32PR, (V)T32PRB This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 32 of this manual. KEY NO.
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN (V)T36N, (V)T36NB, (V)T36NR, (V)T36NRB (V)T36P, (V)T36PB, (V)T36PR, (V)T36PRB ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN (V)T36N, (V)T36NB, (V)T36NR, (V)T36NRB, (V)T36P 23-5 23-6 (V)T36PB, (V)T36PR (V)T36PRB 6 23-3 23-4 23-2 23-1 7 8 4 1 12 22 9 14 3 17 21 15 11 20 10 18 19 9-17 9-19 13 16 9-16 9-1 9-2 9-15 9-20 9-8 9-13 9-3 9-7 2 16 9-18 5 9-9 9-14 9-11 9-12 9-6 9-4 9-5 9-10 For more information, visit www.desatech.
PARTS LIST (V)T36N, (V)T36NB, (V)T36NR, (V)T36NRB (V)T36P, (V)T36PB, (V)T36PR, (V)T36PRB 37 37 PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 32 of this manual. (V)T36N, (V)T36NB, (V)T36NR, (V)T36NRB, (V)T36P, (V)T36PB, (V)T36PR, (V)T36PRB 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.