ELECTRIC FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL MODELS E32L, E32LB, E32LH, E32LBH, E36L, E36LB, E36LH AND E36LBH PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING APPLIANCE. WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, an electrical shock or fire 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................................................................... 2 Product Specification............................................ 3 Installation............................................................ 3 Features and Operation....................................... 7 Accessory Installation........................................... 8 Troubleshooting.................................................. 14 Wiring Diagram...................................................
Product Specification E32 = 221/4" E36 = 241/4" E32 = 16 / " E36 = 17 / " 17/8" 5/8" E32 = 363/8" E36 = 43" E32 = 29 / " E36 = 35" 3 8 E32 = 61/2" E36 = 51/4" E32 = 325/8" E36 = 361/4" E32 = 327/8" To Nail 1 2 E36 = 36 / " Location E32 = 183/8" E36 = 21" 3 8 3 4 E32 = 333/8" E36 = 37" E32 = 321/8" E36 = 361/8" E32 = 28 / " E36 = 31 / " E32 = 7" E36 = 8" LEFT SIDE E32 = 8" E36 = 51/4" E32 = 345/8" E36 = 411/4" E32 = 353/8" To Nail E36 = 42" Location E32 = 283/8" E36 = 313/4" TOP E32 = 155/8" E
INSTALLATION Continued INSTALLATION CLEARANCES Minimum clearances to combustible construction are: • Top, Back and Sides of Recessed Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0" Min. • Floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0" Min. • Drywall to Sides of Front Face . . . 0" Min. • Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36" Min. • Framing at Nailing Flanges. . . . . . 0" Min. • Perpendicular Side Wall . . . . . . . 10" Min. • Ceiling to Opening. . . . . . . . . . . . 36" Min.
INSTALLATION Continued BUILT-IN INSTALLATION Built-in installations require a framed enclosure constructed of 2" x 4" or heavier lumber and sized in accordance with Figure 5. This allows unit to slide into opening and be nailed to stud at sides and top nailing flanges. These flanges accept 5/8" drywall or plywood board to finish unit flush to face. Optional trim accessories are available that will extend 1/2" over rough edge of wall opening (see Accessories, page 25).
INSTALLATION Continued 6. Swing junction box with harness to left side while pulling sufficient length of harness out through control panel cover to reach mounting location on left side. 7. Reinsert retaining flange through slot and swing screw mounting tab back through notch as before. 8. Slide junction box down until mounting holes line up and replace inner retaining cover. 9. Pull end of 3 wire Romex supply line through universal strain relief bushing in remaining cover. 10.
INSTALLATION Continued Lamps and lava Rock Before operating fireplace, lamp bulbs must be inspected and lava rock may be added if desired. 1. Lift log bed off hearth base to gain access to lamp fixtures (log bed is attached with contact magnets). 2. Turn on power to light circuit and check that all bulbs are operating. Bulb placement front left to right are red, yellow and orange (see Figure 9). Note: If bulbs need replacing, see Replacing Light Bulbs, page 16.
FEATURES AND OPERATION ON/OFF Switch MAIN POWER LOW HI- OFF FLAME SPEED Continued Flame Speed Heater Switch HEATER LOW HI- OFF FLAME BRIGHTNESS Flame Brightness Figure 11 - Control Panel Accessory Installation OPTIONAL GLASS DOORS Spring Clip Models E36L and E32L will accept bifold glass doors that are fully operable or a fixed panel door that limits access to fireplace, (see Accessories, page 25). Installing Bifold Glass Doors Follow these steps to install left and right operable panels: 1.
Accessory Installation Continued Removing Bifold Glass Doors Bifold doors may be removed for replacing or cleaning. 1. Partially open each door and press up on upper spring clip with a screw driver until outer top pivot pin is free of the clip. 2. Fully fold frame assembly and slide upper edge towards center of firebox opening until the guide pins are free of the frame rail (see Figure 12, page 8). Installing Series Fixed Glass Doors 1.
Accessory Installation Continued 5. Insert brick panel, beveled edge first, through firebox opening. Tilt and angle top edge into brick retainer until beveled edge contacts imager and panel is flat against firebox (see Figure 17). 6. Align hearth pan bracket over holes near lower edge of brick panel and secure with 2 pan screws provided. 7. Replace refractory bracket using 2 screws removed in step 4, page 9. 8. Repeat steps 5 through 7 for opposite panel assembly. 9.
Accessory Installation Continued 6. Slide blower mount towards rear of firebox until locking tabs line up with notched openings and lower mount down and away (see Figure 18). 7. Remove blower/heater assembly with 4 screws from packaging. Blower is prewired for convenience. 8. Align blower assembly over hole pattern on blower mount and attach with 4 pan head screws provided (see Figures 19 and 20). 9.
Accessory Installation Continued 13. Connect white heater wire to neutral connection marked 'B' or 'A' on terminal block. See partial wiring diagram, Figure 22. 14. Connect black heater wire to terminal marked 'N-1' on heater power switch (see Figure 23, page 13). Note: On alternate style heaters white and black wires are connected common to terminal 'N-1' (see Figure 24, page 13). 15. Connect red heater wire to terminal marked 'L-4' on heater power switch (see Figure 23 or 24, page 13. 16.
Accessory Installation Continued Terminal Block White (A-B) Heater/Blower Rocker Switch Black (N-1) Red (L-4) Figure 23 - Connecting Heater Wires Terminal Block White (A-B) Heater/Blower Rocker Switch Red (L-4) White (N-1) Figure 24 - Connecting Alternate Heater Wires Terminal (D) Switch Terminal (L-5) Jumper Lead Figure 25 - Connecting Jumper Lead 111076-01F www.desatech.
Troubleshooting Note: Before troubleshooting system, make sure power to circuit from breaker or fuse panel is turned ON. The three most common causes of a malfunctioning electric fireplace are: 1. Tripped circuit breaker or blown fuse. 2. Loose or burned out light bulb. 3. Obstructed or clogged fan blower. OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY No operation or indicator light at power/heater switch 1. No power to fireplace 2. Defective switch lamp 1. Check circuit breaker or fuse 2.
Wiring Diagram MOTOR CUTOUT HEATER ASSEMBLY - ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM CIRCUIT WHT SPLICE CONNECTION WHT MALE CONNECTION FEMALE CONNECTION RED CAUTION: DISCONNECT FIREPLACE FROM THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY BEFORE REMOVING THIS COVER CAUTION: USE SUPPLY WIRES SUITABLE FOR 105°C OR EQUIVALENT BLK HEATER COIL RED BLK CONTROL PANEL - ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM HEATER POWER 4 LN 1 BLK 4 LN 1 5 L 5 L SUPPLY CONNECTION WHT - ALTERNATE BLK HARNESS HARNESS C B WHT WHT HARNESS 4" WHT BLK GRN D BLACK 4" BLK
Maintenance WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury. 6. If all bulbs are working properly, replace log bed over center opening between rear screen and front grate. CAUTION: Make sure power is turned off at supply prior to disassembling this unit. WARNING: Any electrical repairs or rewiring of this unit should be carried out by a licensed electrician in accordance with national and local codes.
MAINTENANCE Continued 5. Rotate control door up into control compartment and slide on end into side of compartment. 6. Tilt out one end first then pull remaining door assembly through opening. 7. Replace door, by starting with door upside down, pins up and facing unit. Follow step 5 in reverse until pins are firmly set back in notches and door will close. 8. Replace discharge deflector and magnet assemblies.
MAINTENANCE Continued Accessing Imaging Unit Imaging unit can be accessed from inside fireplace for servicing as follows: 1. Remove glass doors (if equipped). See Optional Glass Doors, on page 8. 2. Remove screens, grate, hearth pan brackets and brick liners. See Figure 31 and instructions under Optional Brick Liners, page 9. 3. Remove 4 Phillips screws holding hearth pan to fireplace and 2 screws located at lower frame rail (see Figure 32). 4.
MAINTENANCE Continued 5. Lift entire fan assembly off of mounts and tilt out of unit. 6. Remove screws with washers and hex nuts from fan housing. 7. Mount new fan to blower mount in reverse order. 8. Slide blower assembly with spacers over mounting lugs and replace washer and nut at each lug. Do not over tighten. 9. Attach blade connectors to posts on motor mount. Note: Wire connectors for fan motor are non-polarized and may be connected to either terminal for proper operation.
MAINTENANCE Continued Note: Flame pennant should not be twisted or tangled and should hang slightly loose to allow free movement. If cord is too short or pennant is torn you must obtain a replacement flame assembly (see Replacement Parts, on page 23). Hook 1 1/2" 3 1/2" 7" 8" Flame Cord 4. After connecting and adjusting flame cords, soak each knot with a drop of white wood glue or clear nail polish to prevent unraveling.
MAINTENANCE Continued 7. Replace each light bulb with proper color, (see Replacing Light Bulbs, page 16). 8. Restore power and check lamp circuit operation before reassembling imaging unit. 9. Reassemble imager. See Accessing Imaging Unit, page 18. Make sure power is turned off at supply prior to disassembling this unit. IMPORTANT: Be sure to inspect components and wiring for damage before connecting power to unit.
MAINTENANCE Continued 3. If upper back cabinet ribbons need replacing, remove 4 Phillips screws holding corresponding bottom and top hanger brackets (see Figure 37, page 21). 4. Remove any loose or damaged ribbon material. 5. Cut an 18” strip of reflective ribbon and position top end about an inch above top bracket position (see Figure 37, page 21). Note: Ribbon material should be applied with reflective side up, should not be twisted or tangled, and should hang slightly loose to allow free movement.
MAINTENANCE Continued Note: If full replacement of imager is necessary, wiring harnesses must be disconnected and new harnesses reconnected at control panel. For proper connection, follow wiring diagram shown in Figure 26, page 15. Imaging Unit Figure 39 - Removing Imaging Unit Technical Service You may have further questions about installation, operation or troubleshooting. If so, contact DESA Heating Products’ Technical Service Department at 1-866-672-6040.
Parts Models E32L, E32LB, E32LH, E32LBH, E36L, E36LB, E36LH and E36LBH 24 26 23 27 25 28 29 30 31 32 27 28 17 30 18 15 17 13 34 22 21 32 33 34 12 20 19 11 17 14 10 15 16 20 10 9 36 14 2 12 7 8 6 11 37 8 3 3 5 1 4 35 24 www.desatech.
PARTS 1 Louver Assembly (Bottom) Louver Assembly (Bottom) • 2 Louver Assembly )Top) Louver Assembly )Top) • 3 Refractory Bracket • 4 Face Weldment • 5 Hearth Pan Hearth Pan • 6 Lower Face Rail Lower Face Rail • 7 Door Stop • 8 Hearth Pan Bracket Hearth Pan Bracket • 9 Imager, Fireplace Insert (Except for bulbs, parts • not individually available for field replacement.
Parts Control Panel for Models E32L, E32LB, E32LH, E32LBH, E36L, E36LB, E36LH and E36LBH This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 23 of this manual. 8 11 10 1 13 8/9 4 6 13 3 7 2 12 14 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 DESCRIPTION E32 KEY NO. PART NO.
Accessories Purchase these firebox accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these accessories, call DESA Heating Products’ 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 KEEP THIS WARRANTY Model ____________________________________ Serial No. _________________________________ Date Purchased ____________________________ Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory. The only warranty applicable is our standard written warranty. We make no other warranty, expressed or implied.
