DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL For more information, visit www.desatech.com NATURAL GAS “TUDOR” MODEL (V)T36ENA SERIES PROPANE/LP GAS “TUDOR” MODEL (V)T36EPA 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 ............................................ 27 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ..................................................... 3 TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................. 28 LOCAL CODES ...........................................................................
SAFETY INFORMATION LOCAL CODES PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION SAFETY INFORMATION 3 3 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Continued Upper Louver 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Carefully supervise young children when they are in the room Panel Flue Collar with fireplace. Do not modify this fireplace under any circumstances. Any parts removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating fireplace. Turn fireplace off and let cool before servicing, installing, or Nailing repairing.
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 (30.5mc) minimum] B = clearance to window or door that may be opened [12 inches (30.5cm) minimum] C = clearance to permanently closed window [minimum 12 inches (30.
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 (directvent) 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 may be installed between the vent cap and exterior wall. The siding standoff prevents excessive heat from damaging 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 GROUND FLOOR INSTALLATION Minimum Pipe Overlap 11/4" Siding Standoff Screws Recommended Applications: • Installation using cabinet surrounds • Through the wall using round or square termination (up to 12" horizontal pipe) • NOT FOR CORNER INSTALLATION Direct Vent Pipe Adjustable Pipe 12" Max.
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. 6' max. 12' max. 18' max. 20' 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 direct-vent fireplace has been 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 Venting Accessories DESA 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 Coaxial Pipe - Galvanized P4
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Installing Optional Blower Accessories (Cont.) 17 17 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
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 Installation Items Needed Flexible Gas Line Do NOT Kink Reconnect fireplace and equipment shutoff valve to gas supply. Check reconnected fittings for leaks. Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa) • 5/16" hex socket wrench or nut-driver • sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas, not provided) 1.
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Checking Gas Connections (Cont.) Removing/Replacing Glass Door 21 21 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Pressure Testing Fireplace Gas Connections Removing Glass Door 1. 2. If replacement of glass is necessary, the entire assembly, glass and frame, must be replaced. If glass is broken, wear gloves and tape the remaining fragments onto the frame. 1.
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Installing Optional Brick Liner Models BL36DA(SA) and BL36DHA(SA) Installing Logs, Lava Rock and Glowing Embers FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING OPTIONAL BRICK LINER MODELS BL36DA(SA) AND BL36DHA(SA) 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 retailer or see Accessories, page 37.
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 42. Place log #4 (right log) on the pin on the right side of front log as shown in Figure 43.
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION 24 Wall Switch Installation Optional Remote Control Installation (Model WRC) WIRING DIAGRAM FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued Fireplace Receptacle WALL SWITCH INSTALLATION Remote Control Receiver The installation of a wall switch allows you to activate the gas control valve and turn the fireplace on and off. The wall switch is to be connected to the incoming 120 volt regular household wiring that supplies the electricity to the fireplace. Refer to wiring diagram below.
OPERATING FIREPLACE For Your Safety Read Before Lighting Lighting Instructions To Turn Off Gas To Appliance Optional Remote Operation 25 25 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.
OPERATING FIREPLACE Operating Optional Blower Accessory INSPECTING BURNERS Pilot Assembly Burner Flame Pattern OPERATING FIREPLACE INSPECTING BURNERS Continued Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often. OPERATING OPTIONAL BLOWER ACCESSORY Locate the blower controls by opening the lower louver panel on the fireplace. Blower controls are located on the left side of the switch bracket to the left just inside the louver panel.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Glass Door Pilot and Burners Logs Venting System 27 27 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 TROUBLESHOOTING Note: For additional help, visit DESA’s technical service web site at www.desatech.com. Note: Before troubleshooting the system, make sure the gas shutoff valve is ON. WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater. CAUTION: Never use a wire, needle, or similar object to clean pilot. This can damage pilot unit. The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are: 1.
TROUBLESHOOTING 29 29 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 a clicking/ticking noise just after burner is lit or shut off 1.
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models (V)T36ENA, (V)T36ENBA, (V)T36ENRA, (V)T36ENRBA (V)T36EPA, (V)T36EPBA, (V)T36EPRA, (V)T36EPRBA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN MODELS (V)T36EN, (V)T36ENB (V)T36ENRA, (V)T36ENRBA (V)T36EPA 22-5 (V)T36EPBA (V)T36EPRA (V)T36EPRBA 6 22-6 22-3 22-4 22-2 22-1 7 8 4 1 12 9 14 3 17 21 15 11 10 20 18 19 13 16 2 16 5 For more information, visit www.desatech.
PARTS LIST Models (V)T36ENA, (V)T36ENBA, (V)T36ENRA, (V)T36ENRBA (V)T36EPA, (V)T36EPBA, (V)T36EPRA, (V)T36EPRBA PARTS LIST This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 34 of this manual. PART NUMBER KEY (V)T36ENA, (V)T36EPA (V)T36ENRA, (V)T36EPRA NO.
ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Models (V)T36ENA, (V)T36ENBA, (V)T36ENRA (V)T36ENRBA, (V)T36EPA, (V)T36EPBA, (V)T36EPRA, (V)T36EPRBA ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN BURNER ASSEMBLY MODELS (V)T36ENA, (V)T36ENBA (V)T36ENRA, (V)T36ENRBA (V)T36EPA, (V)T36EPBA (V)T36EPRA, (V)T36EPRBA 5 4 3 1 2 6 8 22 9 10 21 11 M 20 V T H P 7 V /M V T R GN D P V IGN 13 19 15 18 14 12 23 28 24 16 27 25 26 29 17 For more information, visit www.desatech.
PARTS LIST Models (V)T36ENA, (V)T36ENBA, (V)T36ENRA (V)T36ENRBA, (V)T36EPA, (V)T36EPBA, (V)T36EPRA, (V)T36EPRBA PARTS LIST BURNER ASSEMBLY MODELS (V)T36ENA, (V)T36ENBA, (V)T36ENRA, (V)T36ENRBA, (V)T36EPA, (V)T36EPBA, (V)T36EPRA, (V)T36EPRBA This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 34 of this manual. KEY NO.
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’s Customer Service Department at 1-866-672-6040.
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ACCESSORIES 37 37 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’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.
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.