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VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GASRADIANT FLAME

® HEATER

OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

15,000 to 30,000 Btu/Hrwith Thermostat

Shown with OptionalMantel Which Features

a Built-in Base

WARNING: If the information in this manual is notfollowed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causingproperty damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammablevapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or anyother appliance.

— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS• Do not try to light any appliance.• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use

any phone in your building.• Immediately call your gas supplier from a

neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’sinstructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call thefire department.

— Installation and service must be performed by aqualified installer, service agency, or the gassupplier.

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WARNING: Improper installa-tion, adjustment, alteration, ser-vice, or maintenance can causeinjury or property damage. Re-fer to this manual for correctinstallation and operational pro-cedures. For assistance or addi-tional information consult aqualified installer, serviceagency, or the gas supplier.

This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket*, permanently located, manufactured(mobile) home, where not prohibited by local codes.This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. Thisappliance is not convertible for use with other gases.

* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer

WARNING: This is anunvented gas-fired heater. Ituses air (oxygen) from theroom in which it is installed.Provisions for adequate com-bustion must be provided. Re-fer to Air For Combustion andVentilation section on page 5of this manual.

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For more information, visit www.desatech.com

LOCAL CODESInstall and use heater with care. Follow alllocal codes. In the absence of local codes, usethe latest edition of The National Fuel GasCode, ANS Z223.1, also known as NFPA 54*.

*Available from:

American National Standards Institute, Inc.1430 Broadway

New York, NY 10018

National Fire Protection Association, Inc.Batterymarch Park

1. This appliance is only for use with thetype of gas indicated on the rating plate.This appliance is not convertible for usewith other gases.

2. Do not place propane/LP supply tank(s)inside any structure. Locate propane/LP supply tank(s) outdoors.

3. If you smell gas• shut off gas supply• do not try to light any appliance• do not touch any electrical switch; do

not use any phone in your building• immediately call your gas supplier

from a neighbor’s phone. Follow thegas supplier’s instructions

• if you cannot reach your gas supplier,call the fire department

DANGER: Carbon monoxidepoisoning may lead to death!

SAFETYINFORMATION

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early signsof carbon monoxide poisoning resemblethe flu, with headaches, dizziness, or nau-sea. If you have these signs, the heater maynot be working properly. Get fresh air atonce! Have heater serviced. Some peopleare more affected by carbon monoxidethan others. These include pregnant women,people with heart or lung disease or ane-mia, those under the influence of alcohol,and those at high altitudes.

Propane/LP Gas: Propane/LP gas is odor-less. An odor-making agent is added to pro-pane/LP gas. The odor helps you detect apropane/LP gas leak. However, the odor addedto propane/LP gas can fade. Propane/LP gasmay be present even though no odor exists.

Make certain you read and understand allwarnings. Keep this manual for reference. Itis your guide to safe and proper operation ofthis heater.

4. This heater shall not be installed in abedroom or bathroom.

5. This heater needs fresh, outside air ven-tilation to run properly. This heater hasan Oxygen Depletion Sensing (ODS)safety shutoff system. The ODS shutsdown the heater if not enough fresh airis available. See Air for Combustionand Ventilation, pages 5 through 7.

6. If heater shuts off, do not relight untilyou provide fresh, outside air. If heaterkeeps shutting off, have it serviced.

7. To prevent the creation of soot, followthe instructions in Cleaning and Main-tenance, page 16.

8. Before using furniture polish, wax, car-pet cleaner, or similar products, turnheater off. If heated, the vapors fromthese products may create a white pow-der residue within burner box or onadjacent walls or furniture.

9. Do not run heater• where flammable liquids or vapors

are used or stored.• under dusty conditions.

10. Do not use heater if any part has beenunder water. Immediately call a quali-fied service technician to inspect theroom heater and to replace any part ofthe control system and any gas controlwhich has been under water.

11. Turn off and unplug heater and let coolbefore servicing. Only a qualified serviceperson should service and repair heater.

12. Operating heater above elevations of4,500 feet may cause pilot outage.

13. To prevent performance problems, donot use propane/LP fuel tank of lessthan 100 lbs. capacity.

WARNINGS

IMPORTANT: Read this owner’smanual carefully and completelybefore trying to assemble, oper-ate, or service this heater. Im-proper use of this heater cancause serious injury or death fromburns, fire, explosion, electricalshock, and carbon monoxidepoisoning.

WARNING: Any change tothis heater or its controls can bedangerous.

WARNING: Do not use ablower insert, heat exchangerinsert, or other accessory notapproved for use with this heater.

WARNING: Do not allow fansto blow directly into the heater.Avoid any drafts that alter burnerflame patterns. Ceiling fans cancreate drafts that alter burnerflame patterns. Altered burnerpatterns can cause sooting.

Do not place clothing or otherflammable material on or nearthe appliance. Never place anyobjects on the heater.

Carefully supervise young chil-dren when they are in same roomwith heater.

Keep the appliance area clear andfree from combustible materials,gasoline, and other flammablevapors and liquids.

Due to high temperatures, theappliance should be located outof traffic and away from furnitureand draperies.

Surface of heater becomes veryhot when running heater. Keepchildren and adults away fromhot surfaces to avoid burns orclothing ignition. Fireplace willremain hot for a time after shut-down. Allow surfaces to cool be-fore touching.

Make sure screen is in place be-fore running heater.

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PRODUCTIDENTIFICATION

Figure 1 - Vent-Free Gas Log Propane/LP Gas Space Heater

Ignitor Button

Screen

FrontPanel

HeaterCabinet

Log

Lighting andWarningPlates

UNPACKING

1. Remove heater from carton.

2. Remove all protective packaging ap-plied to heater for shipment.

3. Make sure your heater includes twohardware packets.

4. Check heater for any shipping damage.If heater is damaged, promptly informdealer where you bought heater.

PRODUCTFEATURESSAFETY PILOTThis heater has a pilot with an OxygenDepletion Sensing (ODS) safety shutoffsystem. The ODS/pilot is a required featurefor vent-free room heaters. The ODS/pilotshuts off the heater if there is not enoughfresh air.

PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEMThis heater has a piezo ignitor. This systemrequires no matches, batteries, or othersources to light heater.

THERMOSTATIC HEATCONTROLThis heater has a thermostat sensing bulband a control valve. This results in the great-est heater comfort. This can also result inlower gas bills.

Control KnobNote: Do not removeLighting and WarningPlates from heater

WARNING: Do not removethe metal data plates attached tothe heater assembly. The dataplates contain important warrantyinformation.

Figure 2 - Removing Front Panel of Heater

ASSEMBLYASSEMBLING HEATERTools Required:

• Phillips Screwdriver

• 5/16" hex wrench

• Slotted screwdriver

Removing Front Panel Of Heater1. Remove two screws near bottom cor-

ners of front panel with Phillips screw-driver.

2. Pull bottom of front panel forward, thendown (see Figure 2) .

Installing Hood1. Remove hood from protective tray.

2. Locate 4 black sheet metal screws in-side hardware pack.

3. Place hood on deflector and line upholes (see Figure 3, page 4).

4. Secure hood to deflector with 4 blacksheet metal screws.

Note: Side of hood should be on the outsideflange of deflector.

Installing LogNote: For easier installation, lay heater onits back.1. With Phillips screwdriver, remove two

screws holding screen in place. Removescreen.

2. Remove log from inside of deflector.Discard protective packaging.

3. Gently slide log between log retainingbrackets on deflector assembly (see Fig-ure 3, page 4). The log should fit firmlyagainst bottom of log retaining brackets.

4. Reattach screen using two screws re-moved in step 1.

Continued

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Assembling and AttachingBrass Trim1. Remove packaging from three remain-

ing pieces of brass trim.

2. Locate four brass screws, two adjust-ing plates with set screws, and twoshims in the hardware packet.

3. Align shim under adjusting plate asshown in Figure 5.

4. Slide one end of adjusting plate/shimin slot on mitered edge of top brass trim(see Figure 5).

SideBrassTrim

TopBrassTrim

SlotMitered EdgeSlotFigure 5 - Assembling Brass Trim

Shim

Set ScrewsAdjustingPlate

Screws

AssembledBrass Trim

Figure 6 - Attaching Brass Trim to Heater

WARNING: Always haveburner shield and screen in placebefore operating heater. This pre-vents excessive temperatures onheater surfaces.Failure to position the parts inaccordance with these diagramsor failure to use only parts spe-cifically approved with this heatermay result in property damage orpersonal injury.

Attaching Brass Front Trim toFront Panel1. Locate brass front trim in brass trim

package.

2. Slide the head of two truss-head screwsfrom hardware packet into each end ofbrass front trim (see Figure 4).

3. Line up screws with holes in front panel(see Figure 3). Insert screws in holes.Attach nuts from inside of front panel.Tighten with wrench.

Truss-HeadScrew

Nut

Front Panel

Figure 4 - Attaching Brass Front Trim toFront Panel

Brass FrontTrim

ASSEMBLYContinued

Figure 3 - Assembling Heater

5. Slide other end of adjusting plate/shimin slot on mitered edge of side brasstrim (see Figure 5).

6. While firmly holding edges of brasstrim together, tighten both set screwson the adjusting plate with slottedscrewdriver.

7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 for other side.

8. Place the assembled trim on front ofheater cabinet. Attach on top and sideswith four brass screws included in hard-ware package (see Figure 6).

9. Reattach front panel to heater if you aregoing to mount the heater to the base.Do not reattach front panel at this timeif you are going to mount heater to wall.

LogRetainingBrackets

Burner Shield

Screen

Front Panel

Deflector

Log

Truss-HeadScrew

Brass Front Trim

Screw

Screw

Heater Cabinet

Nut

Hood

Sheet MetalScrew

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Today’s homes are built more energy effi-cient than ever. New materials, increasedinsulation, and new construction methodshelp reduce heat loss in homes. Home ownersweather strip and caulk around windows anddoors to keep the cold air out and the warm airin. During heating months, home ownerswant their homes as airtight as possible.

While it is good to make your home energyefficient, your home needs to breathe. Freshair must enter your home. All fuel-burningappliances need fresh air for proper com-bustion and ventilation.

Exhaust fans, fireplaces, clothes dryers, andfuel burning appliances draw air from thehouse to operate. You must provide ad-equate fresh air for these appliances. Thiswill insure proper venting of vented fuel-burning appliances.

AIR FORCOMBUSTION ANDVENTILATION

Confined and Unconfined Space

The National Fuel Gas Code, ANS Z223.1defines a confined space as a space whosevolume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000Btu per hour (4.8 m3 per kw) of the aggre-gate input rating of all appliances installedin that space and an unconfined space as aspace whose volume is not less than 50cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8 m3 perkw) of the aggregate input rating of allappliances installed in that space. Roomscommunicating directly with the space inwhich the appliances are installed*, throughopenings not furnished with doors, are con-sidered a part of the unconfined space.

This heater shall not be installed in a con-fined space or unusually tight constructionunless provisions are provided for adequatecombustion and ventilation air.

* Adjoining rooms are communicating onlyif there are doorless passageways or ventila-tion grills between them.

PROVIDING ADEQUATEVENTILATIONThe following are excerpts from NationalFuel Gas Code, NFPA 54/ANS Z223.1, Sec-tion 5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation.

All spaces in homes fall into one of the threefollowing ventilation classifications:

1. Unusually Tight Construction2. Unconfined Space3. Confined Space

The information on pages 5 through 7 willhelp you classify your space and provideadequate ventilation.

Unusually Tight Construction

The air that leaks around doors and win-dows may provide enough fresh air forcombustion and ventilation. However, inbuildings of unusually tight construction,you must provide additional fresh air.

Unusually tight construction is de-fined as construction where:a. walls and ceilings exposed to the

outside atmosphere have a con-tinuous water vapor retarder witha rating of one perm (6 x 10 -11 kgper pa-sec-m 2) or less with open-ings gasketed or sealed and

b. weather stripping has beenadded on openable windows anddoors and

c. caulking or sealants are appliedto areas such as joints aroundwindow and door frames, be-tween sole plates and floors, be-tween wall-ceiling joints, be-tween wall panels, at penetra-tions for plumbing, electrical, andgas lines, and at other openings.

If your home meets all of the threecriteria above, you must provide ad-ditional fresh air. See Ventilation AirFrom Outdoors , page 7 .

If your home does not meet all of thethree criteria above, proceed to Deter-mining Fresh-Air Flow For HeaterLocation, page 6.

WARNING: This heater shallnot be installed in a confined spaceor unusually tight constructionunless provisions are providedfor adequate combustion and ven-tilation air. Read the following in-structions to insure proper freshair for this and other fuel-burningappliances in your home.

Continued

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WARNING: If the area in which the heater may be operated is smaller than that defined as an unconfined spaceor if the building is of unusually tight construction, provide adequate combustion and ventilation air by one ofthe methods described in the National Fuel Gas Code, ANS Z223.1, Section 5.3 or applicable local codes.

AIR FORCOMBUSTION ANDVENTILATIONContinued

DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR HEATER LOCATION

Determining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space

Use this worksheet to determine if you have a confined or unconfined space.

Space: Includes the room in which you will install heater plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grills betweenthe rooms.

1. Determine the volume of the space (length x width x height).

Length x Width x Height = _________________cu. ft. (volume of space)

Example: Space size 20 ft. (length) x 16 ft. (width) x 8 ft. (ceiling height) = 2560 cu. ft. (volume of space)

If additional ventilation to adjoining room is supplied with grills or openings, add the volume of these rooms to the total volume ofthe space.

2. Divide the space volume by 50 cubic feet to determine the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support.

_____________________(volume of space) ÷ 50 cu. ft. = (Maximum Btu/Hr the space can support)

Example: 2560 cu. ft. (volume of space) ÷ 50 cu. ft. =51.2 or 51,200 (maximum Btu/Hr the space can support)

3. Add the Btu/Hr of all fuel burning appliances in the space.

Vent-free heater _____________________ Btu/Hr

Gas water heater* _____________________ Btu/Hr

Gas furnace _____________________ Btu/Hr

Vented gas heater _____________________ Btu/Hr

Gas fireplace logs _____________________ Btu/Hr

Other gas appliances*+ _____________________ Btu/Hr

Total = _____________________ Btu/Hr

* Do not include direct-vent gas appliances. Direct-vent draws combustion air from the outdoors and vents to the outdoors.

4. Compare the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support with the actual amount of Btu/Hr used.

_____________________Btu/Hr (maximum the space can support)

_____________________Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used)

Example: 51,200 Btu/Hr (maximum the space can support)

60,000 Btu/Hr (actual amount of Btu/Hr used)

The space in the above example is a confined space because the actual Btu/Hr used is more than the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support.You must provide additional fresh air. Your options are as follows:

A. Rework worksheet, adding the space of an adjoining room. If the extra space provides an unconfined space, remove door to adjoin-ing room or add ventilation grills between rooms. See Ventilation Air From Inside Building, page 7.

B. Vent room directly to the outdoors. See Ventilation Air From Outdoors, page 7.

C. Install a lower Btu/Hr heater, if lower Btu/Hr size makes room unconfined.

If the actual Btu/Hr used is less than the maximum Btu/Hr the space can support, the space is an unconfined space. You will need noadditional fresh air ventilation.

Example:Gas water heater 30,000 Btu/Hr

Vent-free heater + 30,000 Btu/Hr

Total = 60,000 Btu/Hr

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AIR FORCOMBUSTION ANDVENTILATIONContinued

Figure 7 - Ventilation Air from Inside Building

Or Remove Door into Adjoining

Room, Option 3

Ventilation Grills Into Adjoining Room,

Option 2

12"

12"

VentilationGrills

into AdjoiningRoom, Option 1

VENTILATION AIR

Ventilation Air From InsideBuilding

This fresh air would come from an adjoiningunconfined space. When ventilating to anadjoining unconfined space, you must pro-vide two permanent openings: one within12" of the ceiling and one within 12" of thefloor on the wall connecting the two spaces(see options 1 and 2, Figure 7). You can alsoremove door into adjoining room (see op-tion 3, Figure 7). Follow the National FuelGas Code, NFPA 54/ANS Z223.1, Section5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation forrequired size of ventilation grills or ducts.

Ventilation Air From Outdoors

Provide extra fresh air by using ventilationgrills or ducts. You must provide two per-manent openings: one within 12" of theceiling and one within 12" of the floor.Connect these items directly to the outdoorsor spaces open to the outdoors. These spacesinclude attics and crawl spaces. Follow theNational Fuel Gas Code, NFPA 54/ANSZ223.1, Section 5.3, Air for Combustion andVentilation for required size of ventilationgrills or ducts.

IMPORTANT: Do not provide openings forinlet or outlet air into attic if attic has athermostat-controlled power vent. Heated airentering the attic will activate the power vent.

Figure 8 - Ventilation Air from Outdoors

OutletAir

VentilatedAttic

OutletAir

InletAir

Inlet Air Ventilated Crawl Space

To CrawlSpace

To Attic

WARNING: Rework work-sheet, adding the space of theadjoining unconfined space. Thecombined spaces must haveenough fresh air to supply allappliances in both spaces.

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INSTALLATION

CHECK GAS TYPEUse only propane/LP gas. If your gas supplyis not propane/LP, do not install heater. Calldealer where you bought heater for propertype heater.

INSTALLATION ITEMSBefore installing heater, make sure you havethe items listed below.

• piping (check local codes)

• sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)

• equipment shutoff valve *

• ground joint union

• test gauge connection *

• sediment trap

• tee joint

• pipe wrench

* A CSA design-certified equipment shutoffvalve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptablealternative to test gauge connection. Pur-chase the optional CSA design-certifiedequipment shutoff valve from your dealer.See Accessories, page 21.

WARNING: A qualified ser-vice person must install heater.Follow all local codes.

You can locate heater on floor. The optionalhearth base is needed. You can also installthe optional decorative mantel on the heater(some mantels require hearth base).IMPORTANT: Only use optional manteland hearth base specified in this manual.Purchase the optional mantel and hearth basefrom your dealer. See Accessories, page 21.

The heater may also be mounted on a wall.You cannot use optional mantel if mountingheater on a wall.

CAUTION: This heater cre-ates warm air currents. Thesecurrents move heat to wall sur-faces next to heater. Installingheater next to vinyl or cloth wallcoverings or operating heaterwhere impurities (such as to-bacco smoke, aromatic candles,cleaning fluids, oil or kerosenelamps, etc.) in the air exist, maydiscolor walls.

WARNING: Never install theheater• in a bedroom or a bathroom• in a recreational vehicle• where curtains, furniture,

clothing, or other flammableobjects are less than 36 inchesfrom the front, top, or sides ofthe heater

• as a fireplace insert• in high traffic areas• in windy or drafty areas

IMPORTANT: Vent-free heaters add mois-ture to the air. Although this is beneficial,installing heater in rooms without enoughventilation air may cause mildew to formfrom too much moisture. See Air for Com-bustion and Ventilation, pages 5 through 7.

LOCATING HEATER

WARNING: Maintain the mini-mum clearances shown in Figure9. If you can, provide greater clear-ances from floor, ceiling, and join-ing wall.

NOTICE: This heater is intendedfor use as supplemental heat. Usethis heater along with your pri-mary heating system. Do not in-stall this heater as your primaryheat source. If you have a centralheating system, you may runsystem’s circulating blower whileusing heater. This will help circu-late the heat throughout thehouse. In the event of a poweroutage, you can use this heateras your primary heat source.

CAUTION: If you install theheater in a home garage• heater pilot and burner must

be at least 18 inches abovefloor.

• locate heater where moving ve-hicle will not hit it.

For convenience and efficiency, install heater

• where there is easy access for operation,inspection, and service.

• in coldest part of room.

An optional fan kit is available from yourdealer. See Accessories, page 21. If plan-ning to use fan, locate heater near an electri-cal outlet.

3"

FLOOR

CEILING

36"Minimum6"

MinimumFromSides OfHeater

LeftSide

RightSide

Figure 9 - Mounting Clearances As ViewedFrom Front of Heater

Minimum toTop Surfaceof Carpeting,Tile, or OtherCombustibleMaterial

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Thermostat Sensing Bulb

Clamp

Figure 10 - Attaching Thermostat SensingBulb

INSTALLATIONContinued

INSTALLATION OPTIONSThere are three options for mounting thisheater.

A. Mounting heater to wall

B. Mounting heater to optional hearth base

C. Mounting heater with optional hearthbase to optional mantel.

A. MOUNTING HEATER TOWALL

Mounting Bracket

The mounting bracket is located in the pack-age tray. Remove mounting bracket fromtray.

Methods For AttachingMounting Bracket To Wall

Only use last hole on each end of mountingbracket to attach bracket to wall. These twoholes are 16 inches apart from their centers.Attach mounting bracket to wall in one oftwo ways.

1. Attaching to wall stud

2. Attaching to wall anchor

Attaching to Wall Stud: This method pro-vides the strongest hold. Insert mountingscrews through mounting bracket and intowall studs.

Attaching to Wall Anchor: This methodallows you to attach mounting bracket tohollow walls (wall areas between studs) orto solid walls (concrete or masonry).

Decide which method better suits your needs.Either method will provide a secure hold forthe mounting bracket.

Marking Screw Locations1. Tape mounting bracket to wall where

heater will be located. Make suremounting bracket is level.

WARNING: Maintain minimumclearances shown in Figure 11. Ifyou can, provide greater clear-ances from floor and joining wall.

2. Mark screw locations on wall (see Fig-ure 11).

Note: Only mark last hole on each endof mounting bracket. Insert mountingscrews through these holes only.

3. Remove tape and mounting bracketfrom wall.

Figure 11 - Mounting Bracket Clearances

THERMOSTAT SENSINGBULBThe thermostat sensing bulb has beenplaced inside the heater for protectionduring shipping.

Locating Thermostat SensingBulb1. Remove front panel of heater (see Fig-

ure 2, page 4).

2. Locate thermostat sensing bulb justunder burner assembly.

IMPORTANT: Attach thermostat sensingbulb to back of heater for proper operation.

Attaching Thermostat SensingBulb1. Remove thermostat sensing bulb from

holders inside heater. Route throughslot opening in bottom of heater.

2. Place clamp on thermostat sensing bulbas shown in Figure 10. Clamp is pro-vided in hardware package.

3. Snap clamp into upper mounting holeas shown in Figure 10. Mounting holeis located on lower left edge on backof heater. Make sure the thermostatsensing bulb is pointing up.

Continued

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Installing Bottom MountingScrews1. Locate two bottom mounting holes.

These holes are near bottom on backpanel of heater (see Figure 15).

2. Mark screw locations on wall.

3. Remove heater from mounting bracket.

4. If installing bottom mounting screwsinto hollow or solid wall, install wallanchors. Follow steps 1 through 4 un-der Attaching To Wall Anchor Method.If installing bottom mounting screwinto wall stud, drill holes at marked lo-cations using 9/64" drill bit.

5. Replace heater onto mounting bracket.

6. Place spacers between bottom mount-ing holes and wall anchor or drilled hole.

7. Hold spacer in place with one hand.With other hand, insert mounting screwthrough bottom mounting hole andspacer. Place tip of screw in openingof wall anchor or drilled hole.

B. MOUNTING HEATER ONOPTIONAL HEARTH BASE

Figure 15 - Installing Bottom MountingScrews

Tools needed:

• #2 phillips screwdriver

• Slotted screwdriver

• Electric drill (if securing base to floor)

The optional hearth base kit includes thefollowing:

• Hearth base• 4 wood screws• 4 sheet metal screws• Brass base trim• Hearth insert• 4 anchors• Laminate sheet & adhesive• 2 brass screws

Note: It is an option to secure GHB802Amodel hearth base to floor. You must securethe GHB802B, GHB802C, or GHB38 se-ries model hearth base to floor. To securehearth base to floor, follow instructions un-der Securing Hearth Base to Floor, page 11.If not securing hearth base to floor, proceedto Mounting Heater to Optional HearthBase, page 11.

Horizontal Slots

Mounting Bracket(attached to wall)Stand-Out Tab

Figure 14 - Mounting Heater OntoMounting Bracket


Attaching Mounting Bracket toWall

Note: Wall anchors, mounting screws, andspacers are in hardware package. The hard-ware package is provided with heater.

Attaching To Wall Stud Method

For attaching mounting bracket to wall studs.

1. Drill holes at marked locations using9/64" drill bit.

2. Place mounting bracket onto wall. Lineup last hole on each end of bracket withholes drilled in wall.

3. Insert mounting screws through bracketand into wall studs.

4. Tighten screws until mounting bracketis firmly fastened to wall studs.

Attaching To Wall Anchor Method

For attaching mounting bracket to hollowwalls (wall areas between studs) or solidwalls (concrete or masonry).

1. Drill holes at marked locations using5/16" drill bit. For solid walls (concreteor masonry), drill at least 1" deep.

2. Fold wall anchor as shown in Figure 12.

3. Insert wall anchor (wings first) intohole. Tap anchor flush to wall.

4. For thin walls (1/2" or less), insert redkey into wall anchor. Push red key to“pop” open anchor wings.IMPORTANT: Do not hammer key!

For thick walls (over 1/2" thick) or solidwalls, do not pop open wings.

5. Place mounting bracket onto wall. Lineup last hole on each end of bracket withwall anchors.

6. Insert mounting screws through bracketand into wall anchors.

7. Tighten screws until mounting bracketis firmly fastened to wall.

Figure 12 - Folding Anchor

Figure 13 - Popping Open Anchor WingsFor Thin Walls

Placing Heater On MountingBracket1. Locate two horizontal slots on back

panel of heater.

2. Place heater onto mounting bracket.Slide horizontal slots onto stand-outtabs on mounting bracket.

8. Tighten both screws until heater isfirmly secured to wall. Do not overtighten.

Note: Do not replace front panel at thistime. Replace front panel after makinggas connections and checking for leaks(see pages 12 and 13).

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Continued

Securing Hearth Base to Floor1. Position hearth base in desired location.

Mark holes for drilling (See Figure 16).Remove hearth base.

2. For carpeted floor, make a small cut witha sharp knife at marked locations beforedrilling. If securing to a wood floor, drilla 3/4" deep hole using a 1/8" diameterdrill bit. Do not use anchors in woodfloors. If securing to a concrete floor,drill a 1 3/8" deep hole using a 1/4" di-ameter concrete drill bit. Completelyinsert anchors into each hole.

3. Mount heater to hearth base followingsteps under Mounting Heater to Op-tional Hearth Base, below. Aftermounting heater, position heater andhearth base over drilled holes. Withslotted screwdriver, secure hearth baseto floor with four wood screws.

Figure 17 - Placing Hearth Insert on HeaterBase and Attaching Brass Base Trim

Brass BaseTrim

Figure 16 - Attaching Heater to HearthBase

Base

Holes for SecuringHeater to Floor

ShippingScrew

Bottom of Heater

Mounting Heater to OptionalHearth Base1. Lay heater on its back on a table with

the bottom of heater overhanging theedge of the table.

2. Remove 2 shipping screws in bottomof heater. Discard shipping screws.

3. Line up mounting holes on top of hearthbase with holes in bottom of heater (seeFigure 16).

4. Using a Phillips screwdriver, securehearth base to heater with four sheetmetal screws (see Figure 16).

5. Stand heater up on base.

6. Place hearth insert in hearth base asshown in Figure 17.

7. Assemble brass trim (see steps 1through 7 under Assembling and At-taching Brass Trim, page 5).

8. Slide base trim on heater base. Attachbrass trim to base with two brass screwsincluded as shown in Figure 17.

HearthInsert

LaminateSheet

Screw

Sheet Metal Screw

Mounting Holes

C. MOUNTING HEATER WITHOPTIONAL HEARTH BASE (IFAPPLICABLE) TO OPTIONALMANTELSee Instructions Included WithMantel Kit.

Assembling Mantel

IMPORTANT: Only use the optional man-tels specified in this manual. See Accesso-ries, page 21 for proper mantel kits. Thisheater is only approved for use with modelsGMF800/GMU801 series, GM900F/GM901U series, GM700F/GM701U series,GMC22F/GMC23U/GMC24U series,GMC32F/GMC33U series, GMC34F/GMC35U series and GMC26F/GMC27U/GMC28F series mantel kits. Using anyother mantel will void the CSA approval forthis heater. Do not use models GMF800/GMU801 series, GM900F/GM901U series,GM700F/GM701U series, GMC22F/GMC23U/GMC24U series, GMC32F/GMC33U series, GMC34F/GMC35U se-ries and GMC26F/GMC27U/GMC28Fmantels with any other product. If the metalbase is required with your mantel, the heatermust be mounted on the base first

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Tee Joint

ReducerBushing to1/8" NPT

1/8" NPTPlug Tap

TestGaugeConnection *

Tee Joint

PipeNipple

Cap

SedimentTrap

Figure 19 - Gas Connection

* A CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptablealternative to test gauge connection. Purchase the optional CSA design-certified equipmentshutoff valve from your dealer. See Accessories, page 21.

PressureRegulator

3/8" NPTPipe Nipple

GroundUnionJoint

HeaterCabinet

3" Minimum

Note: Burner bracketnot shown for clarity

EquipmentShutoffValve *

From ExternalRegulator (11"W.C. to 14"W.C.Pressure)

CONNECTING TO GASSUPPLY

WARNING: A qualified serviceperson must connect heater togas supply. Follow all local codes.

CAUTION: Never connectheater directly to the propane/LPsupply. This heater requires an ex-ternal regulator (not supplied). In-stall the external regulator betweenthe heater and propane/LP supply.

CAUTION: Use pipe joint seal-ant that is resistant to liquid pe-troleum (LP) gas.

The installer must supply an external regu-lator. The external regulator will reduceincoming gas pressure. You must reduceincoming gas pressure to between 11 and 14inches of water. If you do not reduce incom-ing gas pressure, heater regulator damagecould occur. Install external regulator withthe vent pointing down as shown in Figure18. Pointing the vent down protects it fromfreezing rain or sleet.

We recommend that you install a sedimenttrap in supply line as shown in Figure 19.Locate sediment trap where it is withinreach for cleaning. Install in piping systembetween fuel supply and heater. Locate sedi-ment trap where trapped matter is not likelyto freeze. A sediment trap traps moistureand contaminants. This keeps them fromgoing into heater controls. If sediment trapis not installed or is installed wrong, heatermay not run properly.

IMPORTANT: Hold pressure regulator withwrench when connecting it to gas pipingand/or fittings.

Propane/LPSupply Tank

ExternalRegulator

Installation must include an equipmentshutoff valve, union, and plugged 1/8" NPTtap. Locate NPT tap within reach for testgauge hook up. NPT tap must be upstreamfrom heater (see Figure 19).

IMPORTANT: Install an equipment shutoffvalve in an accessible location. The equip-ment shutoff valve is for turning on orshutting off the gas to the appliance.

Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to malethreads. This will prevent excess sealantfrom going into pipe. Excess sealant in pipecould result in clogged heater valves.

Figure 18 - External Regulator with VentPointing Down

Vent Pointing Down


CAUTION: Use only new,black iron or steel pipe. Inter-nally-tinned copper tubing maybe used in certain areas. Checkyour local codes. Use pipe of 1/2"or greater diameter to allowproper gas volume to heater. Ifpipe is too small, undue loss ofpressure will occur.

WARNING: This appliance re-quires a 3/8" NPT (National PipeThread) inlet connection to thepressure regulator.

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CHECKING GASCONNECTIONS

WARNING: Test all gas pip-ing and connections for leaksafter installing or servicing. Cor-rect all leaks at once.

WARNING: Never use an openflame to check for a leak. Apply amixture of liquid soap and waterto all joints. Bubbles forming showa leak. Correct all leaks at once.

CAUTION: Make sure exter-nal regulator has been installedbetween propane/LP supply andheater. See guidelines under Con-necting to Gas Supply , page 12.

OPOSI

PO

Pressure Testing Gas SupplyPiping System

Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG(3.5 kPa)

1. Disconnect appliance with its appli-ance main gas valve (control valve)and equipment shutoff valve from gassupply piping system. Pressures in ex-cess of 1/2 psig will damage heaterregulator.

2. Cap off open end of gas pipe whereequipment shutoff valve was connected.

3. Pressurize supply piping system by ei-ther using compressed air or openingpropane/LP supply tank valve.

4. Check all joints of gas supply pipingsystem. Apply mixture of liquid soapand water to gas joints. Bubbles form-ing show a leak.

5. Correct all leaks at once.

6. Reconnect heater and equipmentshutoff valve to gas supply. Check re-connected fittings for leaks.

Open

Closed

EquipmentShutoffValve

Figure 21 - Checking Gas Joints

Figure 20 - Equipment Shutoff Valve

Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa)

1. Close equipment shutoff valve (see Fig-ure 20).

2. Pressurize supply piping system by ei-ther using compressed air or openingpropane/LP supply tank valve.

3. Check all joints from propane/LP sup-ply tank to equipment shutoff valve (seeFigure 21). Apply mixture of liquidsoap and water to gas joints. Bubblesforming show a leak.


Continued


Pressure Testing Heater GasConnections1. Open equipment shutoff valve (see Fig-

ure 20).

2. Open propane/LP supply tank valve.

3. Make sure control knob of heater is inthe OFF position.

4. Check all joints from equipment shutoffvalve to thermostat gas valve (see Fig-ure 21). Apply mixture of liquid soapand water to gas joints. Bubbles form-ing show a leak.


6. Light heater (see Operating Heater,pages 14 and 15). Check all other in-ternal joints for leaks.

7. Turn off heater (see To Turn Off Gas toAppliance, page 14).

8. Replace front panel.

Propane/LPSupply Tank

Thermostat GasValve Location

EquipmentShutoffValve

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TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE

Shutting Off Heater1. Turn control knob clockwise

Clockwise to the OFF position.2. Turn off all electric power to the ap-

pliance if service is to be performed.

Shutting Off Burner Only (pilotstays lit)

Turn control knob clockwise Clockwise tothe PILOT position.

1. STOP! Read the safety information,column 1.

2. Make sure equipment shutoff valveis fully open.

3. Turn control knob clockwise Clockwise

to the OFF position.4. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any

gas. Then smell for gas, includingnear the floor. If you smell gas,STOP! Follow “B” in the safety in-formation, column 1. If you don’tsmell gas, go to the next step.

5. Turn control knob counterclockwiseC-clockwise to the PILOT position. Press

in control knob for five (5) seconds(see Figure 22).Note: You may be running thisheater for the first time after hook-ing up to gas supply. If so, the con-trol knob may need to be pressed infor 30 seconds. This will allow air tobleed from the gas system.• If control knob does not pop up

when released, contact a qualifiedservice person or gas supplier forrepairs.

6. With control knob pressed in, pushdown and release ignitor button. Thiswill light pilot. The pilot is attached tothe front of burner. If needed, keeppressing ignitor button until pilot lights.Note: If pilot does not stay lit, referto Troubleshooting, pages 17 through19. Also contact a qualified serviceperson or gas supplier for repairs.Until repairs are made, light pilot withmatch. To light pilot with match, seeManual Lighting Procedure, page 15.

CAUTION: Do not try to adjustheating levels by using the equip-ment shutoff valve.

Figure 23 - Pilot

GRH/OV 015Control Knob & Ignitor Button

PILOT

LO

OFF HI

IGNITOR

LIGHTINGINSTRUCTIONS

Ignitor Button Control Knob

Figure 22 - Control Knob In The OFFPosition

7. Keep control knob pressed in for 30seconds after lighting pilot. After 30seconds, release control knob.Note: If pilot goes out, repeat steps3 through 7. This heater has a safetyinterlock system. Wait one (1) minutebefore lighting pilot again.

8. Turn control knob counterclockwiseC-clockwise to desired heating level. The

main burner should light. Set con-trol knob to any heat level betweenHI and LO.

OPERATINGHEATER

FOR YOUR SAFETYREAD BEFORE

LIGHTING

WARNING: If you do not fol-low these instructions exactly, afire or explosion may result caus-ing property damage, personalinjury or loss of life.

A. This appliance has a pilot which mustbe lighted by hand. When lighting thepilot, follow these instructions exactly.

B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell allaround the appliance area for gas. Besure to smell next to the floor becausesome gas is heavier than air and willsettle on the floor.WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELLGAS• Do not try to light any appliance.• Do not touch any electric switch; do

not use any phone in your building.• Immediately call your gas supplier

from a neighbor’s phone. Followthe gas supplier’s instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas sup-plier, call the fire department.

C. Use only your hand to push in or turnthe gas control knob. Never use tools.If the knob will not push in or turnby hand, don’t try to repair it, call aqualified service technician or gassupplier. Force or attempted repairmay result in a fire or explosion.

D. Do not use this appliance if any parthas been under water. Immediatelycall a qualified service technician toinspect the appliance and to replaceany part of the control system andany gas control which has been un-der water.

Pilot Burner

Thermocouple

Ignitor Electrode

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Figure 26 - Correct Burner Flame Patternat High Position

Figure 27 - Incorrect Burner Flame Patternat High Position

OPERATINGHEATERContinued

1. Remove front panel (see Figure 2,page 4).

2. Follow steps 1 through 5 under Light-ing Instructions, page 14.

3. With control knob pressed in, strikematch. Hold match to pilot until pi-lot lights.

4. Keep control knob pressed in for 30seconds after lighting pilot. After 30seconds, release control knob. Nowfollow step 8 under Lighting Instruc-tions, page 14.

5. Replace front panel.

The thermostatic control used on thisheater differs from standard thermostats.Standard thermostats simply turn on andoff the burner. The thermostat used onthis heater senses the room temperature.The thermostat adjusts the amount of gasflow to the burner. This increases or de-creases the burner flame height. At timesthe room may exceed the set temperature.If so, the burner will shut off. The burnerwill cycle back on when room temperaturedrops below the set temperature.

The control knob can be set to any heatlevel between HI and LO.

Note: The thermostat sensing bulb mea-sures the temperature of air near theheater cabinet. This may not always agreewith room temperature (depending onhousing construction, installation loca-tion, room size, open air temperatures,etc.). Frequent use of your heater will letyou determine your own comfort levels.

THERMOSTATCONTROL

OPERATION

MANUAL LIGHTINGPROCEDURE

Figure 24 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern

Figure 25 - Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern

Check pilot flame pattern and burner flamepattern often.

PILOT FLAME PATTERNFigure 24 shows a correct pilot flame pat-tern. Figure 25 shows an incorrect pilotflame pattern. The incorrect pilot flame isnot touching the thermocouple. This willcause the thermocouple to cool. When thethermocouple cools, the heater will shutdown.

If pilot flame pattern is incorrect, as shownin Figure 25

• turn heater off (see To Turn Off Gas toAppliance, page 14)

• see Troubleshooting, pages 17 through 19

INSPECTINGBURNER

BURNER FLAME PATTERNFigure 26 shows a correct burner flamepattern. Figure 27 shows an incorrect burnerflame pattern. The incorrect burner flamepattern shows yellow tipping of the flame. Italso shows the flame higher than one inchabove the log.

Note: When using the heater the first time,the flame will be yellow for approximatelyone hour until the log cures.

NOTICE: Do not mistake orangeflames with yellow tipping. Dirtor other fine particles enter theheater and burn causing briefpatches of orange flame.

WARNING: If yellow tippingoccurs, your heater could pro-duce increased levels of carbonmonoxide. If burner flame patternshows yellow tipping, follow in-structions at bottom of this page.

If burner flame pattern is incorrect, as shownin Figure 27

• turn heater off (see To Turn Off Gas toAppliance, page 14)

• see Troubleshooting, pages 17 through 19

Thermocouple

Thermocouple

Pilot Burner

Pilot Burner

Top of Flame EvenWith Top of Log

Yellow Tipping

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CLEANING ANDMAINTENANCE

WARNING: Turn off heaterand let cool before cleaning.

CAUTION: You must keepcontrol areas, burner, and circu-lating air passageways of heaterclean. Inspect these areas ofheater before each use. Haveheater inspected yearly by a quali-fied service person. Heater mayneed more frequent cleaning dueto excessive lint from carpeting,pet hair, bedding material, etc.

REPLACEMENTPARTSNote: Use only original replacement parts.This will protect your warranty coverage forparts replaced under warranty.

PARTS UNDER WARRANTYContact authorized dealers of this product.If they can’t supply original replacementpart(s), either contact your nearest PartsCentral (see page 20) or call DESAInternational’s Technical Service Depart-ment at 1-800-323-5190.

When calling DESA International, have ready:

• your name• your address• model and serial numbers of your heater• how heater was malfunctioning• type of gas used (propane/LP or natural gas)• purchase date

Usually, we will ask you to return the defec-tive part to the factory.

PARTS NOT UNDERWARRANTYContact authorized dealers of this product.If they can’t supply original replacementpart(s), either contact your nearest PartsCentral (page 20) or call DESAInternational’s Parts Department at 1-800-972-7879 for referral information.

When calling DESA International, have ready:• model number of your heater• the replacement part number

CABINET

Air Passageways• Use a vacuum cleaner or pressurized air

to clean.

Exterior• Use a soft cloth dampened with a mild

soap and water mixture. Wipe the cabi-net to remove dust.

CLEANING BURNERINJECTOR HOLDER ANDPILOT AIR INLET HOLEThe primary air inlet holes allow the properamount of air to mix with the gas. This pro-vides a clean burning flame. Keep these holesclear of dust, dirt, lint, and pet hair. Cleanthese air inlet holes prior to each heatingseason. Blocked air holes will create soot. Werecommend that you clean the unit every threemonths during operation and have heater in-spected yearly by a qualified service person.

We also recommend that you keep the burnertube and pilot assembly clean and free ofdust and dirt. To clean these parts we recom-mend using compressed air no greater than30 PSI. Your local computer store, hard-ware store, or home center may carry com-pressed air in a can. You can use a vacuumcleaner in the blow position. If using com-pressed air in a can, please follow the direc-tions on the can. If you don't follow direc-tions on the can, you could damage the pilotassembly.

1. Shut off the unit, including the pilot.Allow the unit to cool for at least thirtyminutes.

2. Inspect burner, pilot, and primary airinlet holes on injector holder for dustand dirt (see Figure 28).

3. Blow air through the ports/slots andholes in the burner.

Figure 28 - Injector Holder On OutletBurner Tube

4. Check the injector holder located at theend of the burner tube again. Removeany large particles of dust, dirt, lint, orpet hair with a soft cloth or vacuumcleaner nozzle.

5. Blow air into the primary air holes onthe injector holder.

6. In case any large clumps of dust havenow been pushed into the burner repeatsteps 3 and 4.

Clean the pilot assembly also. A yellow tipon the pilot flame indicates dust and dirt inthe pilot assembly. There is a small pilot airinlet hole about two inches from where thepilot flame comes out of the pilot assembly(see Figure 29). With the unit off, lightlyblow air through the air inlet hole. You mayblow through a drinking straw if compressedair is not available.

Figure 29 - Pilot Inlet Air Hole

SERVICE HINTSWhen Gas Pressure Is Too Low• pilot will not stay lit• burner will have delayed ignition• heater will not produce specified heat• propane/LP gas supply may be low

When Gas Quality Is Bad• pilot will not stay lit• burner will produce flames and soot• heater will backfire when lit

You may feel your gas pressure is too low orgas quality is bad. If so, contact your localpropane/LP gas supplier.

Pilot Assembly

Pilot Air Inlet Hole

BurnerTube

InjectorHolder

Primary AirInlet Hole

Ports/Slots

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Continued

OBSERVED PROBLEM

When ignitor button is pressed, there is nospark at ODS/pilot

When ignitor button is pressed, there isspark at ODS/pilot but no ignition

ODS/pilot lights but flame goes out whencontrol knob is released

POSSIBLE CAUSE

1. Ignitor cable pinched or wet

2. Ignitor electrode not connected to igni-tor cable

3. Piezo ignitor nut is loose

4. Broken ignitor cable5. Ignitor electrode broken6. Bad piezo ignitor7. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong

1. Gas supply turned off or equipmentshutoff valve closed

2. Control knob not in PILOT position3. Control knob not pressed in while in

PILOT position4. Air in gas lines when installed

5. Depleted gas supply6. ODS/pilot is clogged

7. Gas regulator setting is not correct

1. Control knob not fully pressed in2. Control knob not pressed in long enough

3. Safety interlock system has been trig-gered

4. Equipment shutoff valve not fully open5. Thermocouple connection loose at con-

trol valve6. Pilot flame not touching thermocouple,

which allows thermocouple to cool,causing pilot flame to go out. This prob-lem could be caused by one or both ofthe following:A) Low gas pressureB) Dirty or partially clogged ODS/pilot

7. Thermocouple damaged8. Control valve damaged

REMEDY

1. Free ignitor cable if pinched by anymetal or tubing. Keep ignitor cable dry

2. Reconnect ignitor cable

3. Tighten nut holding piezo ignitor to basepanel of log set. Nut is located behindbase panel

4. Replace ignitor cable5. Replace ignitor6. Replace piezo ignitor7. Replace ignitor

1. Turn on gas supply or open equipmentshutoff valve

2. Turn control knob to PILOT position3. Press in control knob while in PILOT

position4. Continue holding down control knob.

Repeat igniting operation until air isremoved

5. Contact local propane/LP gas company6. Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and

Maintenance, page 16) or replace ODS/pilot assembly

7. Replace gas regulator

1. Press in control knob fully2. After ODS/pilot lights, keep control

knob pressed in 30 seconds3. Wait one minute for safety interlock sys-

tem to reset. Repeat ignition operation4. Fully open equipment shutoff valve5. Hand tighten until snug, then tighten

1/4 turn more6. A) Contact local propane/LP gas company

B) Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning andMaintenance, page 16) or replace ODS/pilot assembly

7. Replace thermocouple8. Replace control valve

TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn off and un-

plug heater and let cool beforeservicing. Only a qualified ser-vice person should service andrepair heater.

CAUTION: Never use a wire,needle, or similar object to cleanODS/pilot. This can damage ODS/pilot unit.

Note: For additional help, visit DESAInternational’s technical service web siteat www.desatech.com .

Note: All troubleshooting items are listed inorder of operation.

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REMEDY

1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte-nance, page 16) or replace burner orifice

2. Replace burner orifice3. Contact local propane/LP gas company

1. Contact local propane/LP gas company2. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte-

nance, page 16) or replace burner orifice


2. Replace burner3. Replace gas regulator

1. Check burner for dirt and debris. Iffound, clean burner (see Cleaning andMaintenance, page 16)

2. Replace gas regulator

1. Problem will stop after a few hours ofoperation

1. Turn control knob to LO position andlet warm up for a minute

2. Operate burner until air is removed fromline. Have gas line checked by local pro-pane/LP gas company

3. Observe minimum installation clear-ances (see Figure 9, page 8)


1. Turn heater off when using furniturepolish, wax, carpet cleaners, or similarproducts

OBSERVED PROBLEM

Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit

Delayed ignition of burner

Burner backfiring during combustion

Yellow flame during burner combustion

Slight smoke or odor during initial operation

Heater produces a whistling noise whenburner is lit

White powder residue forming within burnerbox or on adjacent walls or furniture

POSSIBLE CAUSE

1. Burner orifice is clogged

2. Burner orifice diameter is too small3. Inlet gas pressure is too low

1. Manifold pressure is too low2. Burner orifice is clogged

1. Burner orifice is clogged or damaged

2. Burner damaged3. Gas regulator defective

1. Not enough air

2. Gas regulator defective

1. Residues from manufacturing processes

1. Turning control knob to HI positionwhen burner is cold

2. Air in gas line

3. Air passageways on heater blocked

4. Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice

1. When heated, vapors from furniture pol-ish, wax, carpet cleaners, etc. turn intowhite powder residue

TROUBLESHOOTINGContinued

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IMPORTANT: Operating heater where impurities in air exist may create odors. Cleaningsupplies, paint, paint remover, cigarette smoke, cements and glues, new carpet or textiles,etc., create fumes. These fumes may mix with combustion air and create odors.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

1. Metal expanding while heating or con-tracting while cooling

1. Heater burning vapors from paint, hairspray, glues, etc. (See IMPORTANTstatement above)

2. Low fuel supply3. Gas leak. See Warning statement at

top of page

1. Not enough fresh air is available2. Low line pressure3. ODS/pilot is partially clogged

1. Gas leak. See Warning statement attop of page

2. Control valve defective

1. Foreign matter between control valveand burner

2. Gas leak. See Warning statement attop of page

1. Not enough combustion/ventilation air

OBSERVED PROBLEM

Heater produces a clicking/ticking noisejust after burner is lit or shut off

Heater produces unwanted odors

Heater shuts off in use (ODS operates)

Gas odor even when control knob is in OFFposition

Gas odor during combustion

Moisture/condensation noticed on windows

REMEDY

1. This is common with most heaters. Ifnoise is excessive, contact qualified ser-vice person

1. Ventilate room. Stop using odor caus-ing products while heater is running

2. Refill supply tank3. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check-

ing Gas Connections, page 13)

1. Open window and/or door for ventilation2. Contact local propane/LP gas company3. Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and

Maintenance, page 16)

1. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check-ing Gas Connections, page 13)

2. Replace control valve

1. Take apart gas tubing and remove for-eign matter

2. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check-ing Gas Connections, page 13)

1. Refer to Air for Combustion and Venti-lation requirements (page 5)

WARNING: If you smell gas• Shut off gas supply.• Do not try to light any appliance.• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your

building.• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the

gas supplier’s instructions.• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

TROUBLESHOOTINGContinued

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These Parts Centrals are privately owned businesses. They have agreed to support ourcustomer’s needs by providing original replacement parts and accessories.

PARTS CENTRALS

TECHNICALSERVICEYou may have further questions about in-stallation, operation, or troubleshooting.

If so, contact DESA International’s Techni-cal Service Department at 1-800-323-5190.

You can also visit DESA International’stechnical service web site atwww.desatech.com.

SPECIFICATIONSBTU (Variable) 15,000/30,000Type Gas Propane/LP OnlyIgnition PiezoPressure Regulator Setting 8" W.C.Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water) *

Maximum 14"Minimum 11"

Dimensions, Inches (H x W x D)**Heater 23.75 x 25.9 x 8.5Carton 26 x 27.75 x 10.25

Weight (pounds)Heater 29Shipping 35

*For purposes of input adjustment**Measurement includes knobs and hood.

Baltimore Electric1348 Dixwell AvenueHamden, CT 06514-03221-800-397-7553203-248-7553Parts Department

Portable Heater Parts342 N. County Rd. 400 EastValparaiso, IN 46383-9704All States219-462-74411-800-362-6951sales@[email protected]

FBD1349 Adams StreetBowling Green, KY 42103-3414270-846-11991-800-654-8534Fax: [email protected]

Master Parts Dist.1251 Mound Ave NWGrand Rapids, MI 49504-2672616-791-05051-800-446-1446Fax: 616-791-8270www.nbmc.com

Washer Equipment Co.1715 Main StreetKansas City, MO 64108-2195KS, MO, AR816-842-3911www.washerparts.com

East Coast Energy Products707 BroadwayW. Long Branch, NJ 07764-1542732-870-88091-800-755-8809www.njplaza.com/ecep

Tarantin Tank Co.P.O. Box 6129Freehold, NJ 07728-6129908-780-93401-800-922-0724www.tarantin.com

Heater & Fireplace Store58 Halbe LaneCape May Court, NJ 08210609-390-1100Parts Department

Dayton HardwareP.O. Box 275North Dayton StationDayton, OH 45404-0275All States937-258-3721OH 1-800-762-3426

Halco Enterprises208 Carter Drive, Unit 21West Chester, PA 19382-4500610-430-77171-800-368-0803www.halcoenterprises.com

Laportes Parts & Service2444 N. 5th StreetHartsville, SC 29550-7704803-332-0191Parts Department

Cans Unlimited, Inc.P.O. Box 645Taylor, SC 29687-0013All [email protected]

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PRESTIGE MANTELFinished - GMC22F Series

For use with heater and hearth base. Sturdyhardwood construction embellished withfluted sides and bullet medallions. Avail-able in a walnut finish. Complete assemblyand installation instructions included.

CORNER MANTELUnfinished - GMC35U SeriesFinished - GMC34F Series

For use with heater. Features built-in base.Space-saving corner design featuring clean,classic lines. Available in a walnut finish oran unfinished hardwood, ready to stain orpaint. Complete assembly and installationinstructions included.

OAK STAINED MANTELGMC30F (Not Shown)(For Use With GHB30 SeriesBase Only)

For use with heater. Sturdy hardwood con-struction. Complete assembly and installa-tion instructions included.

PRESTIGE MANTELWITH BUILT-IN BASEUnfinished - GMC27U SeriesFinished - GMC26F SeriesFinished Oak - GMC28F

For use with heater. Features built-in base,sturdy hardwood construction with classicstyling and attractive molding. Available inlight oak finish, walnut finish, or an unfin-ished hardwood, ready to stain or paint.Complete assembly and installation instruc-tions included.

ACCESSORIESPurchase these heater accessories from yourlocal dealer. If they can not supply theseaccessories, either contact your nearest PartsCentral (see page 20) or call DESAInternational’s Sales Department at 1-800-458-2472 for information. You can alsowrite to the address listed on the back pageof this manual.

EQUIPMENT SHUTOFFVALVE - GA5010Equipment shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap.

FAN KITGA3100A- Manually-Controlledor GA3200TA-Thermostatically-Controlled

Provides better heat distribution. Makesheater more efficient. Complete installationand operating instructions included.

CLEANING KIT - CCK(Not Shown)

Your vent-free gas appliance requires regu-lar cleaning and maintenance to preventperformance problems. This kit gives youthe tools and instructions to make it easy toclean all critical areas of your appliance.

HEARTH BASE - GHB38SeriesFor locating heater on the floor. Includesbrass trim. Complete installation instruc-tions included.

FLOOR BASE - GHB30 SeriesFor locating heater on the floor. Completeinstallation instructions included.

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PARTS LISTRFP30TA

This list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow theinstructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 16 of this manual.

KEY RFP30TANO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.

1 098304-01 Screw, #10 x 3/8" 192 100566-01CK Front Panel 13 100573-01BR Screen Assembly 14 100568-02 Burner Shield 15 107122-01 Log, Service Kit 16 098303-02 Screw, #8 x 3/8" 47 099066-01 Mounting Bracket 18 M11084-26 Screw, #10 x 3/8" 39 107058-01 Deflector Unit 110 098271-03 Ignitor Cable 111 098249-01 Nut, M5 212 107486-01 ODS/Pilot Assembly 113 103447-01 Burner 114 099387-03 3/16" Pilot Tubing 115 103845-10 Injector 116 NJF-8C Nut, Hex 117 099415-06 Pressure Regulator 118 103408-01 Burner Bracket 219 103255-01 3/8" Outlet (Burner) Tubing 120 103256-01 3/8" Inlet Tubing 121 107218-01 Deflector Baffle 122 107060-01 Log Strap 223 098522-13 Thermostat Gas Valve 124 105556-02 Cabinet 125 097159-04 Piezo Ignitor 126 099211-01 Screw, #10 x 2.5" 227 104373-02 Baffle 128 107061-01 Hood 1

PARTS AVAILABLE — NOT SHOWN

100562-01 Lighting Instructions Plate 1100563-01 Warning Plate 1101899-01 Brass Trim Assembly 1100769-02 Brass Trim Hardware 1100642-01 Hardware Package 1100565-01 Warning Plate Fastener Kit 1101416-44 Instructional Video 1

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

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2701 Industrial DriveP.O. Box 90004Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004

www.desatech.com

INTERNATIONAL

LIMITED WARRANTYCOMFORT GLOW VENT-FREE RESIDENTIAL GAS HEATERS

DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for two (2) years from the date offirst purchase, provided that the product has been properly installed, operated and maintained in accordance with all applicableinstructions. To make a claim under this warranty the Bill of Sale or cancelled check must be presented.

This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser. This warranty covers only the cost of part(s) required to restore thisheater to proper operating condition. Warranty part(s) MUST be obtained through authorized dealers of this product and/or DESAInternational who will provide original factory replacement parts. Failure to use original factory replacement parts voids thiswarranty. The heater MUST be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with all local codes and instructions furnished withthe unit.

This warranty does not apply to parts that are not in original condition because of normal wear and tear, or parts that fail or becomedamaged as a result of misuse, accidents, lack of proper maintenance or defects caused by improper installation. Travel, diagnosticcost, labor, transportation and any and all such other costs related to repairing a defective heater will be the responsibility of the owner.

TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THE LAW OF THE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS THE SALE OF THEPRODUCT; THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTIES ANDLIMITS THE DURATION OF ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTA-BILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO TWO (2) YEARS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST PURCHASE;AND DESA INTERNATIONAL’S LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCTAND DESA INTERNATIONAL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDINGINDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental orconsequential damages, so the above limitation on implied warranties, or exclusion or limitation on damages may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

For information about this warranty write:

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 writtenwarranty. We make no other warranty, expressed or implied.

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