Desa CHAM55N Safety Information And Installation Manual

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www.desatech.com 901918-01J6INSTALLATIONWARNING: Only a qualifiedservice person must install gaspiping and connect applianceto gas supply. Follow all localcodes.NOTICE: Installation, serviceand repair of this appliance mustbe performed by a qualified in-staller, service agency, companyor gas supplier experienced withthis type of gas appliance. Onlyfactory authorized componentslisted in these instructions maybe used in accordance with themanufacturer’s instructions andall codes and requirements ofthe authority having jurisdic-tion. Any modifications to thisappliance or use of unauthorizedcomponents or accessory itemswill void the manufacturer’swarranty and may result in ahazardous condition.CHECK GAS TYPECheck the rating plate to verify the type of gas yourappliance is equipped for use with. The rating platecan be found on the metal instruction tag attachedto the chimenea burner pan. If your appliance isnot equipped for the supply gas available, callthe dealer where you purchased the chimenea toobtain a properly equipped model or an approvedconversion kit for your type of gas supply.Propane/LP gas versions are supplied with a twostage external regulator with a 10 foot (3 m) hoseassembly for ready connection to a properly sized,(DOT or CAN/CSA B339) approved propane/LPsupply tank. This tank can be purchased fromyour propane/LP or builder supplier. See SizingPropane/LP Supply Tank, page 10.Natural gas versions must be provided with anequipment shutoff valve installed in the supplyline upstream of the manual control valve providedwith the chimenea. A model GA5010 gas equip-ment shutoff valve with a 1/8" NPT pressure tapmay be purchased through your dealer. See Con-necting to Natural Gas Supply, page 9.LOCATING APPLIANCEWhen locating this appliance, follow all safetyinformation on pages 2 through 4.Do not use this appliance indoors. It is for outdooruse only. When locating this appliance under woodor noncombustible overhangs, the chimenea capmust be in place and the specified clearances mustbe maintained (see Figure 2, page 7).Any types of materials other than wood or non-combustible masonry surfaces could be damagedor set on fire.Maintain proper clearances from combustiblematerials.• Make sure combustible materials such as treesand fabrics are at least 10 feet (3 m) above thechimenea cap.• Maintain a minimum of 4 feet (1.3 m) ofclearance between the top of the vent cap andany overhead combustible material (secondstory balcony or deck, patio overhang such asuncovered lattice or lanai).Note: The chimenea will produce some sooting.It is advisable to locate the chimenea away fromany overhanging.• Make sure all combustible materials such asshrubs, furnishings, and fabrics are at least36" (1 m) from the sides and in front of thechimenea opening.• Maintain a minimum 12" (30 cm) clearancefrom the widest point on the sides and back ofchimenea base to any combustible materialssuch as wood, vinyl siding, or masonry con-struction, and 36" (1 m) in front of the chimeneaopening.Make sure to locate appliance, gas hose, and rigidsupply lines out of traffic areas to prevent trippingand accidental damage to the chimenea and supplyconnections.