36" CORNER UNIT, B-VENT DECORATIVE GAS FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL (V)GL36CR(E) Right Side Corner, Natural Gas (V)gl36crp(e) Right Side Corner, Propane/LP (V)gl36cl(e) Left Side Corner, Natural Gas (V)gl36clp(e) Left Side Corner, Propane/LP Gas WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Information................................................ 2 Dimensions........................................................... 4 Introduction........................................................... 5 Selecting Location................................................ 5 Fireplace Installation............................................ 6 Operating Fireplace.............................................11 Inspecting Burner...............................................
Safety Information Continued WARNING: This product contains and/or generates chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. 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.
16. Do not install fireplace directly on carpeting, vinyl tile or any combustible material other than wood. The fireplace must set on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the fireplace. 17. Do not use fireplace if any part has been exposed to or under water. Immediately call a qualified service person to arrange for replacement of the unit. 18. Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken. 19.
Introduction Models (V)GL36CR(P)/CL(P) are decorative gas fireplaces that use a millivolt gas control valve with millivolt ignition system. Models (V)GL36CR(P)E/CL(P)E use an electronic gas control valve with electronic ignition system. These systems require a 6" B-type vent that is not supplied by DESA. For installation guidelines, check your B-vent instructions. WARNING: This gas appliance must not be connected to a chimney flue servicing a solid fuel burning appliance.
Selecting Location Continued In selecting a location, the following precautions must be observed: 1. Do not connect this appliance to a chimney system used for a solid fuel burning fireplace. 2. Install in an area providing ventilation and adequate combustion air. 3. Due to high temperatures, do not locate this appliance in high traffic areas or near furniture and draperies. 4. Never obstruct the front opening of the appliance or the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
Fireplace Installation 1" Min. to Combustibles Continued Nailing Flange framing Construct framing using dimensions shown if Figures 6, 7 and 8. (Use the figure applicable to your application.) Figure 6 shows the framing dimensions prior to having the appliance in place. If installing on a platform, platform must be solid, flat and fully supported (see Figure 7).
The installation of an outside air kit should be completed during the rough framing of the fireplace due to the nature of it's location. Outside combustion air is accessed through a vented crawl space. CAUTION: Air inlet ducts must not be terminated in an attic space. Avoid installing outside air eyebrow in areas where inlet opening may be blocked by snow, bushes or other obstacles (see Figure 10).
Fireplace Installation Continued This unit has been tested for installation at high altitude in accordance with Canadian test standard CAN/CGA-2.17. Higher altitudes affect the atmospheric pressure and heat valve of gaseous fuels. When installing this unit at high altitudes, the rated input will be lower than at sea level. The lowered oxygen content in the air and the lowered gas density require installation of a different size orifice in order to achieve clean combustion of the unit.
Fireplace Installation Noncombustible Facing Material Continued 2. Prepare incoming gas line and check with local codes regarding use of Teflon tape. Complete gas line installation by connecting incoming gas line with flexible gas line. Secure tightly with wrench. Do not overtighten. WARNING: All gas piping and connections must be tested for leaks after the installation is completed. After ensuring that the gas valve is on, apply a commercial leak detection solution to all connections and joints.
Operating Fireplace Millivolt models 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.
OPERATING FIREPLACE LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Continued TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1. Turn off the wall switch. 2. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed. 3. Remove control access panel. 4. Push in gas control knob and turn clockwise to OFF. Do not force. 5. Close shutoff valve (see Figure 14, page 9). 6. Replace control access panel.
Inspecting Burner Pilot Assembly Adjustment The pilot assembly is factory preset for the proper flame height. Alteration to factory settings may have occurred during shipping. If this is the case, some minor readjustments may be necessary and should be done by a qualified technician. The pilot assembly is located behind the burner next to the rear refractory piece at the right-hand side.
Cleaning and Maintenance When lit for the first time, the appliance may emit a slight odor for about 16 to 24 hours. This is normal and is due to “curing” of logs and “burn in” of internal paints and lubricants used in manufacturing. Keep compartments, logs, burners and area surrounding logs clean by vacuuming or brushing at least twice a year. Temporary removal of log set may ease cleaning of burner and pilot assembly. In cleaning, take care not to alter pilot or burner location.
Specifications (V)GL36CR, (V)GL36CRE, (V)GL36CL, (V)GL36CLE • Maximum Input Rating at Altitudes: 0-2,000 ft. 42,000 Btu/hr., 2,000-4,000 ft. - 37,800 Btu/hr. • Manifold Pressure: 3.5 W.C. (.87 kPa) • Supply Pressure (in. of water): Minimum* - 4.5" (1.12 kPa), Maximum - 11.0" (2.74 kPa) • Orifice Size at Altitudes: 0-2,000 ft. - #30, 2,000-4,000 ft. - #31 (V)GL36CRP, (V)GL36CRPE, (V)GL36CLP, (V)GL36CLPE • Maximum Input Rating at Altitudes: 0-2,000 ft. 42,000 Btu/hr., 2,000-4,000 ft. - 37,800 Btu/hr.
Troubleshooting Millivolt system Note: Before troubleshooting the system, make sure the gas shutoff valve is ON. The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are: 1. Loose wiring connections 2. Construction debris clogging the pilot and/or gas control valve filter OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Pilot will not light 1. No gas supply or shutoff valve is OFF 2. Air in gas line 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Pilot will not stay lit REMEDY 1. Check to see if you have gas supply 2.
Troubleshooting Electronic ignition system Note: Before troubleshooting the system, make sure the gas shutoff valve is ON. The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are: 1. Loose wiring connections 2. Construction debris clogging the pilot and/or gas control valve filter OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Ignitor will not spark or burner 1. No gas supply or shutoff will not light valve is OFF 2. Air in gas line 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Burner will not stay lit 1.
Replacement Parts and Accessories Purchase these fireplace replacement parts and accessories from your local dealer. If they can not supply these parts, call DESA at 1-866-672-6040 for referral information. You can also write to the address listed on the back page of this manual. Before ordering, please have your appliance’s model name or number and part number of the item(s) you are ordering ready.
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Limited Warranty DESA warrants this gas appliance to be free from the defects in material or workmanship at the time of manufacture. REMEDY AND EXCLUSIONS The coverage of this warranty is limited to all components of the gas appliance manufactured by DESA, with the exception of glass and refractory. The glass is warranted for 90 days. There will be no cost for replacement of glass within 90 days of installation, provided that breakage is due to heat from the appliance.
