DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Peninsula Model Shown Peninsula MODELS (V)DVF36 TPNA-A(-HA)/TPNPA-A/TPNEA-A/TPNPEA-A SEE-THRU MODELS (V)DVF36 TSTA-A(-HA)/TSTPA-A/TSTEA-A/TSTPEA-A 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. — 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................................................ 2 Dimensions........................................................... 5 Pre-Installation Preparation.................................. 6 General Venting.................................................... 9 Venting Installation Instructions...........................11 Installation.......................................................... 21 Pilot/Electrode Assembly Adjustment................. 26 Burner Flame Adjustment..
Safety Information Continued DANGER: Carbon monoxide poisoning may lead to death! Before beginning the installation of the fireplace, read these instructions through completely. • This DESA fireplace and its components are safe when installed according to this installation manual. Unless you use DESA components, which have been designed and tested for the fireplace system, you may cause a fire hazard. • The DESA warranty will be voided by and DESA disclaims any responsibility for the following actions: a.
Safety information Continued WARNING: Do not allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies. Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the appliance. Never place any objects on the appliance. Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn paper or other flammable material. This fireplace reaches high temperatures.
Dimensions BACK VIEW TOP VIEW (Left Side) (Back) 24" 11/2"ø 11 /16 15 11/2"ø (Front) 39 3/4" 34 3/4" 26 /8" 3 22 5/8" (Right Side) 101/2" 101/2" 3" RIGHT SIDE 3" 3 1/2" 1" FRONT VIEW 17/8" 30" (Opening) 22 5/8" 32" (Opening) 19 7/8" (Opening) 25" 1 7/8" 41 1/8" Figure 1 - Peninsula Dimensions TOP VIEW BACK VIEW (Left Side) 39 3/4" 24" (Back) ø1 /2" ø1 /2" 1 1115/16" 101/2" 1 (Right Side) (Front) 34 3/4" 26 3/8" 111/8" 3" 1 7/8" 22 /8" 5 RIGHT SIDE 1" 2" 3" FRONT VI
Pre-Installation Preparation Location and space requirements Determine the safest and most efficient location for your DESA 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. Be aware of all restrictions and precautions before deciding the exact location for your fireplace and termination cap.
Pre-Installation Preparation framing Continued Drywall Combustible Material Left Side Surround (0" Min.) TOP VIEW 0" 2x4 Stud Right Side Surround (0" Min.) 2" Wall In Front Of Glass 36" Min. Perpendicular Wall 2" Min.
Pre-Installation Preparation 10" Square Min. Continued Height Depends On Installation 24" 39 3/4" Min. Figure 12 - Rough Opening for Installing Exterior Vent Terminal 43 1 /4" Figure 9 - Rough Opening for Installing See-Thru Fireplace 90o Elbow 1" Dia. Hole Vertical Height Depends on Installation 45o Elbow 26 3/8" 1" 3" 2" Dia.
General Venting These models are approved for use with DESA 58 Series, rigid type direct vent pipe as supplied by DESA or with approved types of flexible vent pipe (not supplied) when appropriate sized for an 8" outer and 5" inner diameter application. Your fireplace is approved to be vented either through the side wall, or vertically using the following guidelines: • Only use DESA supplied or approved types of venting components or kits.
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 V G X G M A V K V X A V TERMINATION CAP X AIR SUPPLY INLET G GAS METER RESTRICTED AREA (TERMINATION PROHIBITED) A = clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or I = clearance to service regulator vent outlet [*72" (182.9 cm) balcony [*12" (30.
Venting Installation Instructions 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. WARNING: Seal all connections with high temperature silicone every time a vent connection is made. Before joining elbows or pipes, apply a bead of high temperature silicone sealant to the male end of the elbow or pipe.
Venting Installation Instructions Continued For Vertical Termination: Measure the distance from the fireplace flue outlet to the ceiling. Add the ceiling thickness, the vertical rise in an attic or second story, and allow for sufficient vent height above the roof line. You may use one or two 90° elbows in this vent configuration. See Vertical Termination Configurations on page 16. Note: You may use two 45° elbows in place of a 90° elbow. You must follow rise to run ratios when using 45° elbows.
Venting Installation Instructions Continued 2. Rigid vent pipes and fittings have special twist-lock connections. Assemble the desired combination of pipe and elbows to the appliance adaptor with pipe seams oriented towards the wall or floor. Twist-lock Procedure: The female ends of the pipes and fittings have four locking lugs (indentations). These lugs will slide straight into matching slots on the male ends of adjacent pipes and fittings.
Venting Installation Instructions Cut Vinyl Siding Away to Fit Standoff 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 siding materials. Siding materials must be cut to accommodate standoff. Bolt the vent cap to the standoff. Apply non-hardening mastic around outside edge of the standoff.
Venting Installation Instructions Continued Horizontal Termination Configurations Figures 22 and 23 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. All connections must be sealed with high temperature silicone sealant as specified in the second warning statement on page 11. All horizontal terminations require 1/4" rise per 12" of horizontal run.
Venting Installation Instructions Continued Note: Pay special attention to these installation instructions for required clearances (air space) to combustibles when passing through ceilings, walls, roofs, enclosures, attic rafters, etc. Do not pack air spaces with insulation. Also note maximum vertical rise of the venting system and any maximum horizontal offset limitations. Offsets must fall within the parameters shown in Figure 25. 2. Set the fireplace in desired location.
Venting Installation Instructions Continued 5. Place the flashing over the pipe section(s) extending through the roof. Apply a bead of silicone or roof sealer to the bottom flange of flashing and secure the base of the flashing to the roof and framing with roofing nails. Be sure roofing material overlaps the top edge of the flashing as shown in Figure 24, page 15. There must be a 1" clearance from the vent pipe to combustible materials. 6.
Venting Installation Instructions Venting with One 90° Elbow Vertical (V) Horizontal (H) 5' min. 2' max. 6' min. 4' max. 7' min. 6' max. 8' min. 8' max. 20' max. 8' max. Continued Vertical Termination Configurations Figures 29 through 32 show four different configurations for vertical termination. These minimum vertical rises are based on horizontal runs with a minimum of 1/4" upwards pitch per foot ad do not reflect constraints on a vertical system with 45° or greater offset.
Venting Installation Instructions 45° Starter Elbow Continued 12" Extension Vertical Venting V = 40' max. Figure 33 - Recommended 12" Extension for High Altitude Installation 45° Starter Elbow parts list for DESA venting kits and components Note: Install restrictor into inner collar of fireplace as shown.
Venting Installation Instructions Continued Number Description PA58-712 Adjustable 7"-12" Section Double Wall Pipe, Galvanized FPA58-6 6" Dura Vent Collar to FMI Pipe Adaptor E58-45 45° Elbow, Galvanized E58-90 90° Elbow, Galvanized FSE58-45 45° Starter Elbow (Dura Vent to FMI Pipe) FP-58 Firestop Plate WF-58 Wall Firestop, Galvanized RF-58-6 Roof Flashing - 0 to 6/12 Pitch, Galvanized RF-58-12 Roof Flashing - 6/12 to 12/12 Pitch, Galvanized S-58 Vinyl Siding Standoff, Galvanized VT-58 Vertical Round Term
ILOT 16AI TH O P IL T Since the VDVF36TPNEA/TSTEA series uses a 24 VAC current supplied from a transformer mounted on the ignition module and is prewired for easy connection to a wall switch (seeONFigure 34). The (V)DVF36TPNA/TSTA models use a self generO HI ated millivolt current that allows you to activate the gas control valve directly without the use of normal household electricity (see Figure 35). Both E A versions are supplied with a wall switch kit for ready connection and mounting.
Installation Continued You may test the blower for operation by turning the control knob clockwise just until it clicks on which is the full on position. Adjust the fan speed to the lowest setting (this should be no more than 1/4 of a turn clockwise). 4. Connect white wire to control valve terminal TH and red wire to TPTH. Move remote select switch to REMOTE position. 5. Replace louvered access panel by following reverse steps on page 21. 6.
Installation Continued Optional Fan Outlet Box Kit Plug Receiver Extension Cord Gas P Valve ON A TH TP HI TPTH 7 O PIL T O FF L E ILOT 16AI O IMPORTANT: The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig. (3.5 kPa).
Continued Burner ON/OFF Knob P 2. Prepare incoming gas line and check with local codes regarding the use of teflon tape. Complete your gas line installation by connecting incoming gas line with flexible gas line. Secure tightly with a wrench, but Do NOT Overtighten. The electronic system applies to the (V)DVF36TPNEA/TSTEA and (V)DVF36TPNPEA/TSTPEA models (see Figure 45). Pilot Pilot Gas Line Adjustment Cap Do Not Kink To Pilot ON CAUTION: Do not connect appliance before pressure testing gas piping.
Installation B C D Continued A A E C D B Figure 47 - Log Set (9 Pieces) Back Front Left Right Figure 48 - Burner and Grate (Top View) Left Front Back 4. Figure 47 shows the log set. Logs “A” have the knot at the end of the log. Logs “B” have the knot at the middle of the log. Twigs “C” have the shape of a “Y”. Twigs “D” have the shape of bent twigs. Twig “E” is a straight twig which is placed across the top of Logs “B”. 5. Figure 48 shows the top view of the burner and grate. 6.
Installation Burner Flame Adjustment Continued DECORATIVE FACING Any noncombustible material may be used for facing (glass, tile, brick, etc.) as long as the proper clearances are observed (see Clearances, page 6). IMPORTANT: Louvered openings must not be obstructed, and upper and lower panels must remain removable for servicing. Use only heat-resistant, noncombustible mortar or adhesive when securing facing material.
Burner Flame Adjustment Continued 4. Slide burner forward off orifice and turn to one side to clear opening in hearth pan. Be careful not to bend or damage pilot or ignitor element. 5. To reinstall burner, follow reverse steps making sure air shutter on burner tube is completely seated over orifice mount. 6. Replace log set. Close door and latch. Reattach screen and louvers.
OPERATING GUIDELINES AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Glass Assembly Frame Assembly Continued Cleaning and Replacing Glass Door Note: Before proceeding, make sure unit is completely cool. 1. Remove top and bottom louvers and screen assembly. Undo 4 latches and open glass door. The procedure is the same for the end lover panel but the entire frame must be removed as one assembly. 2. To clean glass door, DO NOT remove glass from frame. Use any glass cleaner to clean glass.
OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued Thermocouple D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water. LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Figure 60 - Pilot P 1. STOP! Read the safety information beginning on page 28 before proceeding. 2. Set the “HI-LO” knob to the lowest setting. 3. Turn off all electrical power to the appliance. 4.
OPERATING FIREPLACE Continued D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water. LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read the safety information beginning on page 29, column 1, before proceeding. 2. Set thermostat to lowest setting (if applicable). 3. Turn off wall switch. 4. Open control access panel or louver. 5.
Technical Service Continued When calling DESA, have ready 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. • model number of your fireplace • the replacement part number Troubleshooting WARNING: Turn off heater, disconnect power if applicable and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater.
TROUBLESHOOTING Continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY When ignitor button is pressed, 1. Defective ignitor there is no spark at pilot 1. Replace ignitor if wire is properly connected and you have no spark 2. Defective pilot or misaligned 2. Using a match, light pilot. If pielectrode at pilot lot lights turn off pilot and push piezo again. If pilot lights, an improper gas/air mixture cause improper lighting and a longer purge period is recommended.
TROUBLESHOOTING Continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY No gas to main burner when wall 1. Wall switch wires defec- 1. Check electrical connections tive and replace wall switch switch and valve are set to ON position 1. Burner flame is too low 1. Clean and adjust main burner 2. Igniter is misaligned causing 2. Adjust ignitor location for safety burner to "drop out" maximum flame impingement on sensor 3. Vent may be blocked or 3.
Technical Service Continued Parts Under Warranty Contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply original replacement part(s) call DESA’s Technical Service Department at 1-866-672-6040 for referral information. When calling DESA, have ready • your name • your address • model and serial numbers of your fireplace • how fireplace was malfunctioning • type of gas used (propane/LP or natural gas) • purchase date Usually, we will ask you to return the part to the factory.
Replacement Parts and Accessories B D C A Continued A E Blower kit - davdbk (02261) For all models. Increases air circulation to maximize heat distribution.
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.