® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL BDV37N/P, DDV37N/P, BDV41N/P, AND DDV41N/P 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.
BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P ® 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 Stand-off Screen *Available from: American National Standards Institute, Inc.
® BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P 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.
BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P ® 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 prev
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).
® BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P 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.
® BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) VENTING INSTALLATION Continued Horizontal Venting 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. 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.
BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P ® 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.
® BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) VENTING INSTALLATION Continued RVF Kit Shown Vertical Venting V = 40' max. Venting with Two 90° Elbows 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 Vanguard Rigid Venting (Cont.
® BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P 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).
® BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P 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.
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.
® BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P 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 SCREEN AND GLASS DOOR Screen Clip Screen You must remove screen and glass door to install optional brick liners, logs, lava rock, and ember material. CAUTION: Do not operate this fireplace with a broken glass door panel or screen. Do not operate this fireplace without the glass door panel and screen securely in place. For replacement part information see Replacement Parts, page 31. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P ® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) FIREPLACE INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLING OPTIONAL BRICK LINER D8037/D8041 8. Slide the right retainer bracket against the right side brick panel. Tighten the bracket screw. This secures both the right side and rear brick panels. 9. Follow instructions on page 23 to install logs, lava rock, and ember material. 10. Replace glass door and screen (see page 21).
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. 7. Pull ember material apart into pieces no larger than a dime.
® BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) FIREPLACE INSTALLATION 1 Continued Fireplace Models DDV37N/P and DDV41N/P 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 51). Place log #2 (two log assembly) onto pins on left front and middle section of the front burner (see Figure 52).
OWNER’S MANUAL 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. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P ® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) OPERATING FIREPLACE 2. Continued OPTIONAL REMOTE OPERATION Note: The GHRC receiver and handheld remote control kit must be purchased separately. (See Accessories on page 33.) Follow instructions included with the remote control kit. NOTICE: You must light the pilot before using the hand-held remote control unit. See Lighting Instructions, page 25. 1. After lighting, let pilot flame burn for about one minute.
OWNER’S MANUAL INSPECTING BURNERS Continued Figure 58 shows a typical flame pattern for DDV37N, DDV37P, DDV41N, and DDV41P models. Figure 59 shows a typical flame pattern for BDV37N, BDV37P, BDV41N, and BDV41P.
BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P ® 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.
® BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P 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.
OWNER’S MANUAL REPLACEMENT PARTS WIRING DIAGRAM CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. 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.
® BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) SPECIFICATIONS BDV/DDV37N BDV/DDV37P BDV/DDV41N BDV/DDV41P 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")/D9041(41") (Not Shown) MANUAL BLOWER KIT GA3700 RECEIVER AND HAND-HELD REMOTE CONTROL KIT GHRC Manual variable control blower accessory for both the DDV and BDV Series fireplaces.
BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P ® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN BDV37N BDV41N 41 36 7 2 11 (Included in Hardware Pack) 49 34-3 42 34-1 34-2 6 25 34-4 48 47 29 26 1 27 44 37 18 6 6 20 35 19 24 30 52 43 16 40 4 28 31 22 39 21 23 17 28 9 5 52 38 13 14 15 8 5 5 50 10 35 12 32 45 53 7 46 33 51 3 35 34 104493
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 BDV41N KEY NO.
BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P ® DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN BDV37P BDV41P 41 36 7 2 11 (Included in Hardware Pack) 49 34-3 42 34-1 34-2 6 25 34-4 48 47 29 26 1 27 44 37 18 6 6 20 35 19 24 30 52 43 16 40 4 28 31 22 39 21 23 17 28 9 5 52 38 13 14 15 8 5 5 50 10 35 12 32 45 53 7 46 33 51 3 35 36 104493
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 BDV41P KEY NO.
® BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN DDV37N DDV41N 46 41 55 54 55 7 2 58 55 11 (Included in Hardware Pack) 39-1 54 39-2 57 47 39-3 25 30 32 33 6 59 26 56 1 6 6 59 29 31 19 18 20 28 27 49 5 34 6 42 35 6 16 24 40 45 33 36 22 60 48 17 13 44 21 23 60 4 5 10 40 9 14 12 33 43 15 5 5 8 52 37 50 61 7 53 38 3 40 50 38 104493
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 DDV41N KEY NO.
® BDV37(41)N/P AND DDV37(41)N/P DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE (NATURAL/PROPANE/LP) ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN DDV37P DDV41P 46 41 55 54 55 7 2 58 55 11 (Included in Hardware Pack) 39-1 54 39-2 57 47 39-3 6 25 30 32 33 59 26 56 1 6 6 59 29 31 19 18 20 28 27 49 5 34 6 42 35 6 16 24 40 45 33 36 22 60 48 17 13 44 21 23 60 4 5 10 40 9 14 12 33 43 15 5 5 8 52 37 50 61 7 53 38 3 40 50 40 104493
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 AND DDV41P 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.
