Desa (V)gM36 Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

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www.desatech.com 112435-01M2WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, altera-tion, service or maintenance can cause injury, propertydamage or loss of life. Refer to this manual for assis-tance or additional information. Consult a qualifiedinstaller or local distributor.table oF contentSSafety Information ............................................... 2Specifications ...................................................... 3Fireplace Installation............................................ 6Venting Installation .............................................. 8Optional Gas Line Installation............................ 12Brick Installation ................................................ 14Glass Door Installation ...................................... 22Operation and Maintenance Guidelines ............ 23Technical Service............................................... 24Replacement and Accessory Parts.................... 25SaFety inFoRMationIMPORTANT: Check local codesbefore installing this fireplace.Before beginning the installation of the fireplace,read these instructions through completely.• This DESA fireplace and its components aresafe when installed according to this installationmanual. Unless you use DESA components,which have been designed and tested for thefireplace system, you may cause a fire hazard.• The DESA warranty will be voided by andDESA disclaims any responsibility for thefollowing actions.a. Modification of the fireplace, components,doors, air inlet system and damper control.b. Use of any component part not manufac-tured or approved by DESA in combinationwith a DESA fireplace system.Proper installation is the most important step inensuring safe and continuous operation of thefireplace. Consult the local building codes as tothe particular requirements concerned with theinstallation of all factory built fireplaces.WARNING: Do not install afireplace insert in this box unlessthe manufacturer's instructionswith the insert specifically statethis fireplace has been tested foruse with this insert.This fireplace is not intended to beused as a substitute for a furnaceto heat an entire home. Use forsupplemental heat only.FOR YOUR SAFETY• Do not store or use gasolineor any other flammable vaporsor liquids in the vicinity of thisor any other appliance.• Due to high temperatures, theappliance should be locatedout of traffic and away fromfurniture and draperies.• Do not place clothing or otherflammable materials on or nearthe appliance.• Never leave children unat-tended when a fire is burningin the fireplace.WARNING: Use solid woodor processed solid fuel firelogsonly. When processed woodfuel fire logs are used, do notpoke or stir the logs while theyare burning. Use only fire logsthat have been evaluated forthe application in fireplace andrefer to fire log warnings andcaution markings on packagingprior to use.WARNING: Always leaveglass doors fully opened orfully closed when operatingfireplace.