® UNVENTED (VENT-FREE) LogMate® Universal FireBOX OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Model FBPS 36" Peninsula Heat-Circulating Firebox WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. FOR YOUR SAFETY — Do not store or use gasoline or any other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. — WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS : • Do not try to light any appliance.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational procedures. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. WARNING: For use only with decorative type unvented room heaters. Do not build a wood fire. This firebox has been tested and approved by I.A.S. under their REQ. 2-97 for use with any ANS Z21.11.2 approved gas logs.
Safety Information IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate or service this firebox. Improper use of this firebox can cause serious injury or death from burns, fire, explosion, electrical shock or carbon monoxide poisoning. CAUTION: Carefully review the instructions supplied with the decorative type unvented room heater for the minimum firebox size requirement.
Safety Information Continued 12. Do not use the firebox if it has been under water due to the shock hazard that could result with the blower accessary (if installed) in place. 13. Provide adequate clearances around air openings. Local Codes Install and use firebox with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223.1/NFPA 54*.
Locating Firebox Planning Plan where you will install the firebox. This will save time and money later when you install the firebox. Before installation, consider the following: 1. Where the firebox will be located. Allow for wall and ceiling clearances (see Installation Clearances, page 8). 2. Everything needed to complete installation. 3. These models CANNOT be installed in a bedroom or bathroom. 4. Proper air for combustion and ventilation. 5.
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued Unusually tight construction is defined as construction where: a. walls and ceilings exposed to the outside atmosphere have a continuous water vapor retarder with a rating of one perm (6 x 10-11 kg per pa-sec-m2) or less with openings gasketed or sealed and b. weather stripping has been added on openable windows and doors and c.
AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION Continued The space in the above example is a confined space because the actual Btu/Hr used is more than the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support. You must provide additional fresh air. Your options are as follows: A. Rework work sheet, adding the space of an adjoining room. If the extra space provides an unconfined space, remove door to adjoining room or add ventilation grills between rooms. See Ventilation Air from Inside Building. B.
Installation NOTICE: This firebox in combination with unvented log sets are intended for use as supplemental heat. Use along with your primary heating system. Do not install them 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 unvented logs as your primary heat source. WARNING: A qualified service person must install firebox.
INSTALLATION Continued CAUTION: Use only the clearances specified in this manual or on the firebox rating plate. Minimum clearances to combustibles are: • Sides of outer casing 0" min. • Drywall to sides and top of 0" min. front face • Ceiling to opening 42' min. • Floor (see Minimum Wall 0" min. and Ceiling Clearances, note C, page 8) • Perpendicular walls 4' min. Right and Left • Distance to Facing Walls 36" min. on Sides and End of Firebox 0" Min.
INSTALLATION Continued 3. If a raised platform is to be constructed, ceiling clearances must be maintained. 4. Install gas piping to firebox location. See Installing Gas Line and Connecting to Gas Supply in log set owner’s manual. IMPORTANT: If installing blower accessory. See Hard-Wiring Firebox, page 12. 5. Carefully set firebox in front of rough opening. 6. Carefully insert firebox into rough opening. 7.
INSTALLATION Continued Figure 11 shows the typical installation for the gas line. When you have determined how the gas line will run, locate one of the recessed knockouts in the firebrick floor (see Figure 12). Firmly tap the center of the knockout with a chisel until it is released. Carefully chisel the rough edges of the hole you have made to smooth edges. This hole will line up with the hole in the metal floor. CAUTION: Do not use excessive force to remove the knockout.
INSTALLATION Hard-wiring Firebox Continued Prepare incoming black iron gas line with Teflon tape or pipe joint compound (check with local codes as to the use of Teflon tape). Compounds used on threaded joints of gas piping shall be resistant to the action of propane/LP and should be applied lightly to ensure excess sealant does not enter the gas line. Complete your gas installation by connecting the incoming gas line to the appliance regulator. Secure all joints tightly with wrench but do not overtighten.
WARNING: Never touch the blower wheel while in operation. Door Panel Locating Slot Figure 16 - Removing Lower Door Panel 105163-01C GRN CONNECTORS (NOT SUPPLIED) ELECTRICAL RATING: 120v, 60Hz, 0.9A Note: If any of the original wire must be replaced, it must be replaced with type TEW minimum 16GA copper wire rated at 105C BLOWER VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL Locating Holes RECEPTACLE Locating Slot GRN GND WHT INCOMING 120V AC (FUSE BOX OR BREAKER) 11. Turn blower off before continuing. 12.
INSTALLATION Front Hood (Typical Each Side) Continued Operating Optional Blower GA3500A Light your gas appliance with the blower off. After about 10 minutes, turn the blower on to deliver heated air out the top louvers. The blower features a variable control which allows you to select the blower speed you desire. Note: Periodically check the louvers of the firebox and remove any dust, dirt or obstructions.
Operating Guidelines and Maintenance Instructions Continued WARNING: Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures and to stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the appliance. Parts Not Under Warranty Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply original replacement part(s), call DESA at 1-866-672-6040 for referral information.
Illustrated Parts Breakdown Model FBPS 16 6 Typ. 16 Typ. 4 16 3 15 16 18 17 15 17** 10** 17 1 17** 14 17** 15 5** 17** 11** 13 17** 7-3 16 6 Typ. 7-1 17 8** 12 17** 7-2 17** 2 17** 8** 9** 16 17** **These items are used on both sides of fireplace. 16 www.desatech.
PARTS LIST Model FBPS This list contains replaceable parts used in your firebox. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 15 of this manual. KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7-1 7-2 7-3 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 PART NO.
Accessories Purchase these firebox accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA at 1-866-672-6040 for information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual. Polished brass louver GBL17 (For Firebox End) GBL41 (For Firebox Side) Replaces the standard black louver to provide a more formal appearance. Note: Each kit contains only one louver. Two GBL41 kits are required to do both sides of firebox.
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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.