VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE · VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS COMPACT FIREPLACE OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL CGCF26PRA 15,000 to 26,000 Btu/Hr Remote Control

VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GASCOMPACT FIREPLACE

OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

CGCF26PRA

15,000 to 26,000 Btu/HrRemote Control Ready

Shown with OptionalCabinet Mantel/Hearth

Base Accessory

WARNING: If the information in this manual is

not followed exactly, a fire or explosion mayresult causing property damage, personal in-jury, 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 gas supplier.

WARNING: Improper installa-tion, adjustment, alteration, ser-vice, or maintenance can causeinjury or property damage. Re-fer to this manual for correct

installation and operational pro-cedures. For assistance or addi-tional information consult a

qualified installer, serviceagency, or the gas supplier.

WARNING: This is an unvented

gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxy-gen) from the room in which it isinstalled. Provisions for adequatecombustion and ventilation air

must be provided. Refer to Air forCombustion and Ventilation sec-

tion on page 5 of this manual.

This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by stateor local codes.

°Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purposeof resale, from the manufacturer.(I.E. Installation of this product is permitted afterthemanufactured (mobile) home Is sited)

Save this manual for future reference.

VENT-FREE PROPANE COMPACT FIREPLACE

SAFETYINFORMATION

WARNINGS

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

_[_ 13ANGER: Carbon monoxide

poisoning may lead to death!

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Earlysigns of _carbon monoxide poisoning re-semble the flu, with headaches, dizziness,or nausea. If you have these signs, the fire-place may not be working properly. Getfresh air at once! Have fireplace serviced.Some people are more affected by carbonmonoxide than others. These include preg-nant women, people with heart or lung dis-ease or anemia, those under the influence ofalcohol, and those at high altitudes.

Propane Gas: Propanegas is odorless,An odor-makingagentis addedto the gas.The odor helpsyoudetect a gas leak, How-

ever, the odor added to the gas can fade. 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 fireplace.

_WARNING: Any chengeto thisfireplace or its controls can bedangerous.

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.

Do not place propane supply tank(s)inside any structure. Locate propanesupply tunk(s) outdoors.

2.

3.

4.

5.

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

This fireplace shall not be installed ina bedroom or bathroom.

Never install the fireplace• in a recreational vehicle.

• where curtains, furniture, clothing, orother flammable objects are less than36 inches from the front, top, or sidesof the fireplace.

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

6. Do not use this fireplace as a wood-burning fireplace. Use only the logsprovided with the fireplace.

7. Do not add extra logs or ornamentssuch as pine cones, vermiculite, or rockwool. Using these added items cancause sooting. Do not add lava rockaround base. Rock and debris could fall

into the control area of fireplace.

8. You must operate this fireplace with thefireplace screen in place. Make surefireplace screen is in place before run-ning fireplace.

9. This fireplace is designed to be smoke-less. If logs ever appear to smoke, turnoff fireplace and call a qualified ser-vice person. Note: During initial op-eration, slight smoking could occur dueto log curing and fireplace burningmanufacturing residues.

10. To prevent the creation of soot, followthe instructions in Cleaning and Main-tenance, page 17.

11. Do not allow fans to blow directly intothe fireplace. Avoid any drafts that al-ter burner flame patterns. Ceiling fanscan create drafts that alter burner flame

patterns. Altered burner patterns cancause sooting.

12. 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.

13. This fireplace needs fresh air ventila-tion to run properly. This fireplace hasan oxygen depletion sensor (ODS) pi-lot light safety system. The ODS shutsdown the fireplace if not enough freshair is available. See Air for Combus-tion and Ventilation, pages 5 through7. If fireplace keeps shutting off, seeTroubleshooting, pages 19 through 21.

14. Do not run fireplace• where flammable liquids or vapors

are used or stored.

• under dusty conditions.

15. Do not use this fireplace to cook foodor burn paper or other objects.

16. Never place any objects in the fireplaceor on logs.

17. Fireplace front and screen becomesvery hot when running fireplace. Keepchildren and adults away from hot sur-faces to avoid burns or clothing igni-tion. Fireplace will remain hot for atime after shutdown. Allow surfaces to

cool before touching.

18. Carefully supervise young childrenwhen they are in same room with fire-place.

19. Do not use fireplace if any part has beenunder water. Immediately call a quali-fied service technician to inspect theroom fireplace and to replace any partof the control system and any gas con-trol which has been under water.

20. Turn off and unplug fireplace and letcool before servicing. Only a qualifiedservice person should service and re-pair fireplace.

21. Operating fireplace above elevations of4,500 feet could cause pilot outage.

22. Do not use a blower insert, heat ex-changer insert, or other accessory notapproved for use with this fireplace.

23. Do not operate fireplace if any log isbroken. Do not operate fireplace if alog is chipped (dime-sized or larger).

24. To prevent performance problems, donot use propane fuel tank of less than100 Ibs. capacity.

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PRODUCTIDENTIFICATION

FireplaceCabinet

\

Ignitor Button

Selector Switch (Optional)

Figure 1 - Vent-Free Propane Gas Compact Fireplace

_Rernote

Jstment Knob (Optional)

PRODUCTFEATURESSAFETY PILOT

This fireplace has a pilot with an OxygenDepletion Sensor Shutoff System (ODS).The ODS/pilot is a required feature for vent-free room fireplaces. The ODS/pilot shuts offthe fireplace if there is not enough flesh air.

PIEZO IGNITION SYSTEM

This fireplace has a piezo ignitor. This sys-tem requires no matches, batteries, or othersources to light fireplace.

REMOTE CONTROLACCESSORIES

There are four optional remote controls thatcan be purchased separately for this logheater:

• hand-held ON/OFF remote

• hand-held thermostat remote

See Accessories, page 24.

LOCAL CODES UNPACKINGInstall and use fireplace with care. Follow all 1.local codes. In the absence of local codes, use

the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas 2.Code ANS 2;223.1,also known as NFPA 54*.

*Available from: 3.

American National Standards Institute, Inc.1430 Broadway

New York, NY 10018

National Fire Protection Association, Inc.Batterymarch Park

Quincy, MA 02269

Remove log box and fireplace fromcarton. The hood is not attached.

Remove all protective packaging ap-plied to fireplace for shipment.

Make sure your fireplace includes onehardware packet and one remote con-trol packet which includes batteries.

4. Check fireplace for any shipping damage.If fireplace isdamaged, promptly informdealer where you bought fireplace.

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ASSEMBLY

WARNING: Always havebranch support and screen Inplace before operating fireplace.This prevents excessive tempera-tures on fireplace surfaces.

ASSEMBLING FIREPLACE

Tools Required:

• Phillips screwdriver,

• 5/16" hex wrench

• Slotted screwdriver

Installing Log

1. Removeback log, branch, and hood fYomlog box. Discard protective packaging.

2. Remove two shipping screws abovescreen (see Figure 2).

3. Lift screen up and pull out to remove.

4. An optional blower is available. SeeAccessories, page 24. Install optionalblower now. Follow installation in-

structions provided with blower.

5. Gently place back log on burner sup-port (see Figure 2). The log should fitfiat against top of burner support. Placetwo #10 one-inch-long screws throughburner support into the log and tighten.Place branches on branch support (seeFigure 2).Do not allow branch to contact flame.If flame contacts branch, soot will becreated.

6.

7. Reattach screen by placing notches inscreen frame over shoulder screws and

pushing down.

_IbWARNING: Fallureto posRionthe pertsln accordance with thecediagrams or failure to use onlyparts specifically approved withthis fireplace may result in property damage or personal injury.

Screen Shipping Screw

Shoulder Screw

Branch

Screen

Burner"Support

Figure 2 - Assembling Fireplace

Assembling Hood

1. Locate four #10-3/8" black phillipssheet metal screws from the hardware

packet.2. Remove two 1 _/," screws from under-

neath middle rail (see Figure 3).

3. Slip top of hood between middle rail andtop of firebox wrapper (see Figure 3).

4. Reinstall two 1 3/4"screws removed in

step 2. Make sure screw pass throughhood and middle rail and attach into

upper louver assembly (see Figure 3).5. Attach four #10-3/8" hood screws as

shown in Figure 3.

Middle Rail_

oo0Firebox Top

Figure 3 - Assembling Hood

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AIR FORCOMBUSTION ANDVENTILATION

_k WARNING: This heater shallnot be installed In aconfined 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.

Today's homes are built more energy effi-cient than ever. New materials, increasedinsulation, and new construction methodshelp reduce heat loss in homes. Homeowners weather strip and caulk aroundwindows and doors to keep the cold air outand the warm air in. During heating months,home owners want their homes as airtightas 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.

PROVIDING ADEQUATEVENTILATION

The following are excerpts from NationalFuel Gas Code. NFPA 54/ANS Z223.1, Sec-tion 5.3, Airfor Combustion and Ventilation.

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

1. Unusually Tight Construction

2. Unconfined Space

3. 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:

e.

Exhaust fans, fireplaces, clothes dryers,and fuel burning appliances draw air from b.the house to operate. You must provideadequate fresh air for these appliances.This will insure proper venting of vented C.fuel-burning appliances.

walls and ceilings exposed to theoutside atmosphere have s con-tinuous water vapor retarder witha rating of one parm (6 x 10"Hkgper pa-sec-m 2)or less with open-ings gasketed or sealed andweather stripping has beenadded on opanable windows anddoors and

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, electdeal, 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 FireplaceLocation, page 6.

Confined and Unconfined Space

The National Fuel Gas Code (ANS Z223.1,1992 Section 5.3) defines a confined spaceas a space whose volume is less than 50cubic feet per 1,(300Btu per hour (4.8 m3perkw) of the aggregate input rating of allappliances installed in that space and anunconfining space as a space whose volumeis not less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btuper hour (4.8 m3 per kw) of the aggregateinput rating of all appliances installed in thatspace. Rooms communicating directly withthe space in which the appliances are in-stalled*, through openings not furnishedwith doors, are considered a part of theunconfined 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.

Continued

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AIR FORCOMBUSTION ANDVENTILATIONContinued

DETERMINING FRESH-AIR FLOW FOR FIREPLACE 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 fireplace plus any adjoining rooms with doorless passageways or ventilation grillsbetween the 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/I-Ir 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/I-Ir of all fuel burning appliances in the space.

Vent-free fireplace Btu/Hr

Gas water heater* Btu/Hr Example:Gas furnace Btu/Hr Gas water heater 30,000 Btu/Hr

Vented gas heater Btu/l-lr Vent-free fireplace + 26,000 Btu/l-Ir

Gas fireplace logs Btu/Hr Total = 56,000 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 BtuS-Ir 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)

56,000 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 adjoiningroom 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 fireplace, if lower Btu/I-Ir 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.

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, 1992, Section 5.3 or applicable local codes.

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AIR FORCOMBUSTION ANDVENTILATIONContinued

VENTILATION AIR

Ventilation Air From Inside

Building

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 I and 2, Figure 4). You can alsoremove door into adjoining room (see op-tion 3, Figure 4). Follow the National FuelGas Code NFPA 54/ANS Z223.1, Section5.3, Air for Combustion and Ventilation forrequired size of ventilation grills or ducts.

_k WARNING: Rework work-

sheet, adding the space of theadjoining unconfined space. Thecombined spaces must haveenough fresh air to supply allappliances In both spaces.

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.

IMPORTANT: Do not provide openings forinletor outlet airinto attic ifattic has athermo-

stat-controlled power vent. Heated air enter-ing the attic will activate the power vent.

VentilationGrills Or

into Adjoining RemoveRoom, Door into

AdjoiningRoom,

Option 3

Ventilation GrillsInto Adjoining Room,

Option 2

Figure 4 - Ventilation Air from Inside Building Shown with Optional Mantel

To Attic

OutletAir

InletAir

A jTo

CmwlSpace

VentilatedInlet Air Crawl Space

Figure 5 - Ventilation Air from Outdoors Shown with Optional Mantel

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INSTALLATIONNOTICE: This heater is intendedfor use as supplemental heal 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 cireulating 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.

NOTICE: A qualified service per-son must install fireplace. Followall local codes.

Note: Your Comfort Glow fireplace is de-signed to be used in zero clearance installa-tions. Wall or framing material can be placeddirectly against any exterior surface of yourfireplace, except where standoff spacers areintegrally attached. If standoff spacers areattached to your fireplace, these spacers canbe placed directly against wall or framingmaterials.

Use the dimensions shown for rough open-ings to create the easiest installation (seeBuilt-In Fireplace Installation, page 9).

CHECK GAS TYPE

Use only propane gas. If your gas supply isnot propane, do not install fireplace. Calldealer where you bought fireplace for propertype fireplace.

INSTALLATION ITEMS

Before installing fireplace, make sure youhave the items listed below.

external regulator (supplied by installer)piping (check local codes)sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)manual shutoff valve *

ground joint unionsediment traptee jointpipe wrenchtest gauge connection*

* An A.G.A. design-certified manual shutoffvalve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptablealternative to test gauge connection. Pur-chase the optional A.G.A. design-certifiedmanual shutoff valve from your dealer. SeeAccessories, page 24.

Note: Ifdesired, purchase a four-sided brasstrim kit for built-in installations. See Acces-sories, page 24.

LOCATING FIREPLACE

_ WARNING: Maintain the mini-

mum clearances shown In Fig-ures 6 and 7. If you can, providegreater clearances from floor,ceiling, and joining wall.

You can recess firebox into the wall. You

can also position fireplace in the optionalcabinet or comer mantels, iMPORTANT:Only use optional cabinet or comer man-tels specified in this manual. Purchase theoptional mantel from your dealer (seeAccessories, page 24).

Ams, WARNING: Never install thefireplace• 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 fireplace

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

CAUTION: This fireplace cre-ates warm air currents. These cur-rents move heat to wall surfacesnext to fireplace. Installing fire-place next to vinyl or cloth wallcoverings or operating fireplacewhere impurities (such as to-bacco smoke, aromatic candles,cleaning fluids, oil or kerosenelamps, etc.) In the air exist, maydiscolor walls.

IMPORTANT:Vent-freefireplacesaddmois-ture to the air. Although this is beneficial,installing fireplace in rooms without enoughventilation air may cause mildew to formfrom too much moisture. SeeAirfor Combus-tion and Ventilation, pages 5 through 7.

_IL CAUTION: If you Install thefireplace in a home garage• fireplace pilot and burner must

be at least 18 inches abovefloor.

• locate fireplace where movingvehicle will not hit it.

For convenience and efficiency, install fire-place

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

• in coldest part of room.

An optional blower kit is available fromyour dealer. See Accessories, page 24. Ifplanning to use blower, locate fireplace nearan electrical outlet.

CEILING

36" Minimum

RightSide

FLOOR

Figure6-Mounting ClearancesAs ViewedFrom Front of Fireplace Shown Built InThe Wall

CEIUNG

Be Ruth

With Walt

_ Side

Sic

Rgure 7-Mounting ClearancesAs ViewedFrom Front of Fireplace Shown withOptional Mantel

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INSTALLATIONContinued

BUILT-IN FIREPLACEINSTALLATION

Built-in installation of this fireplace involvesinstalling ftreplace into aframed-in enclosure.This makes the front of fireplace flush withwall. An optional brass trim kit accessory isavailable (see Accessories, page 24). Brasstrim will extend past sides of fireplace ap-proximately 1/2 inch. This will cover therough edges of the wall opening. If installinga built-in mantel above the fireplace, but youmust follow the clearances shown in Figure11, page 10. Follow the instructions below toinstall the fireplace in this manner.

Actual Framing

Height 26" 26 7/8"

FrontWidth 26 3/4" 26 7/8"

Depth 9 1/2" 10 1/2"

Bottom 3/4" 3/4"

1. Frame in rough opening. Use dimen-sions shown in Figure 8 for the roughopening.

If installing in a corner, use dimensionsshown in Figure 9 for the rough open-ing. The height is 26 *Is" which is thesame as the wall opening above.

2.

10

3/4" Off--<- The Floor

7/8"_ Minimum

Figure 8 -Rough Openingfor Installing InWaft Nailsor

I

Figure 9- Rough Opening for Installing InCorner

An optional blower accessory is avail-able (see Accessories, page 24). Thereare two options for connecting blowerto electrical source.

Option one: Have a licensed electri-cian install a properly grounded, three-prong 120-volt electrical outlet at fire-place location. Locate outlet inside theframed enclosure. Blower power cordwill plug into this outlet.

Option two: Have a licensed electri-cian connect blower to electrical source

at junction box inside fireplace.

If using option one, have electrical out-let installed at this time. If using optiontwo, do not connect blower to electricalsource at junction box until step 7.

3. Install gas piping to fireplace location.This installation includes an approvedflexible gas line (if allowed by localcodes) after the manual shutoff valve.The flexible gas line must be the lastitem installed on the gas piping.

4. If you have not assembled firebox, fol-low instructions on page 4.

5. Carefully set fireplace in front of roughopening with back of fireplace insidewall opening.

6. Attach flexible gas line to fireplace gasregulator. See Connecting Fireplace toGas Supply, page 12.

7. If the optional blower has been installedconnect blower to electrical source.

Option one: Route blower electricalcord through side or rear access doorof fireplace. Plug electrical cord intoelectrical outlet.

Option two: Have a licensed electri-cian connect blower to electrical source

at junction box inside fireplace.

8. Bend four nailing flanges on outer cas-ing with pliers (see Figure 10).

9. Attach fireplace to wall studs usingnails or wood screws through holes innailing flange.

10. Check all gas connections for leaks. SeeChecking Gas Connections, page !3.

i1. If using optional brass trim kit, installthe trim after final finishing and/orpainting of wall. See instructions in-cluded with brass trim accessory for at-taching brass trim.

IMPORTANT: When finishing your fire-box, combustible materials such as wallboard, gypsum board, sheet rock, drywall,plywood, etc. may be butted up next to thesides and top of the firebox. Combustiblematerials should never overlap the fireboxfront facing.

_k WARNING: Do not allow any ]combustible materials to overlap Ithe firebox front facing.

IMPORTANT: Noncombustible materialssuch as brick, tile, etc. may overlap the frontfacing, but should never cover any neces-sary openings like louvered slots.

_, WARNING: Do not allow non-combustible materials to coverany necessary openings like Iou-vered slots.

_1= WARNING: Never modify orcover the Iouvered slots on thefront of the firebox.

WARNING: Use only noncom-bustible mortar or adhesiveswhen overlapping the front fac-ing with noncombustible facingmaterial.

'NailingFlanges

Figure 10- Attaching Fireplace to Wall Studs Continued

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MANTEL CLEARANCES FORBUILT-IN INSTALLATION

If placing mantel above built-in fireplace,you must meet minimum clearance betweenmantel shelf and top of fireplace opening.If your installation does not meet the mini-mum clearances in Figure I 1, you must:

• raise the mantel to an acceptable height,OR• remove the mantel.

OPTIONAL MANTELINSTALLATION

Note: Refer to instructions provided withthe mantel for assembly instructions. Referto instructions below for system installa-tion. Refer to instructions on page 4 forfirebox assembly. Blower accessory shouldbe installed if it is being used (see Accesso-ries, page 24).1. Unscrew four brass screws that attach

top louver to fireplace. Remove louverfrom fireplace and set aside.

2. Place fireplace on wood base.

3. Place mantel around fireplace/base as-sembly.

4. Assemble brass trim kit. See Assem-

bling Brass Trim.

5. Firmly snap brass trim kit on shoulderscrews. Shoulder screws are located on

fireplace cabinet (see Figure 12).

6. Align brass trim kit for flush fit aroundopening.

7. Use two 3" wood screws provided andattach fireplace base to wooden base(see Figure 12).

8. Remove brass trim kit and mantel. Be

careful not to damage wall or mantel.9. Place wood base next to wall at instal-

lation location.

10. Attach wood base to floor with two 13/4"

black screws provided (see Figure 13).If the floor is concrete use anchor

method (see Attaching Wood Base toSolid Floor, page 11).

11. Install gas line. See Connecting ToGasSupply, page 11.

12. Check for leaks. See Checking GasConnections, page 13.

13. Place mantel around fireplace. Be care-ful not to damage wall or mantel.

14. Place brass trim kit on the shoulder

screws located on the side and top ofthe fireplace. Firmly snap the brass trimover the shoulder screws on fireplace(see Figure 12).

15. Adjust assembly to remove any gaps.Attach remaining two 3" wood screwsfrom hardware pack through openingsinside of fireplace sides into the man-tel. The openings are located at top be-hind the area for the brass louvers (seeFigure 13).

16. Reinstall top brass louvers.

Note: All verticalmeasurementsare from top offireplaceopening tobottom ofmantel shelf.

Mantel Shelf

J

Minimum Non-Combustible

Matedal

I

Figure 11 - Minimum Mantel Clearancesfor Built-in Installation

Shoulder Screws

Hole for 3" woodscrew for attachingfireplace towooden base

Hole for 3' wood Assembledscrew for attaching Brass Trimfireplace to mantel

Figure 12 - Attaching Brass Trim toFireplace

1 V4"ScrewF

Wood Base

Figure 13 - AttachIng Wood Base to Floor

Assembling Brass Trim (Brasstrim shipped with mantel)

1. Removepackaging from threeremain-ing pieces of brass trim.

2. Locate two adjusting plates with setscrews, and two shims in the hardwarepacket.

3. Align shim under adjusting plate asshown in Figure 14.

4. Slide one end of adjusting plate/shimin slot on mitered edge of top brass trim(see Figure 14).

5. Slideother endofadjusting plate/shimin slot on mitered edge of side brasstrim (see Figure 14).

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

7. Repeat steps I through 6 for other comer.

8. Set Brass Assembly aside for later in-stallation.

Set Screws Slot

BrassTrim

AdjusUn,Plate

Mitered Edge

Slot BrassTrim

Figure 14 - Assembling Brass Trim

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Attaching Wood Base to SolidFloor

For attaching base to solid floors (concreteor masonry)

Note: Floor anchors and mounting screwsare in hardware package. The hardware pack-age is provided with fireplace.

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

2. Fold floor anchor as shown in Figure 15.

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

4. Insert mounting screws through baseand into floor anchors.

5. Tighten screws until base is firmly fas-tened to floor.

Figure 15- Folding Anchor

CONNECTING TO GASSUPPLY

NOTICE: A qualified service per-son must connect fireplace togas supply. Follow all local codes.

_lb CAUTION: Never connect fire-place directly to the propane sup-ply. This fireplace requires an ex-ternal regulator (not supplied). In-stalltheexternal regulator betweenthe fireplace and propane supply.

The installer must supply an external regu-lator. The external regulator will reduceincoming gas pressure. You must reduceincoming gas pressure to between l I and 14inches of water. If you do not reduce incom-ing gas pressure, fireplace regulator damagecould occur. Install external regulator withthe vent pointing down as shown in Figure16. Pointing the vent down protects it fromfreezing rain or sleet.

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CAUTION: Use only new,black iron or steal 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 fireplace. Ifpipe Is too small, undue loss ofpressure will occur.

Installation must include a manual shutoff

valve, union, and plugged 1/8" NPT tap.Locate NPT tap within reach for test gaugehook up. NPT tap must be upstream from

fireplace (see Figure 17).

Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to malethreads. This will prevent excess sealantfrom going into pipe. Excess sealant in pipe

could result in clogged fireplace valves.

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

Install sediment trap in supply line as shownin Figure 17. Locate sediment trap where itis within reach for cleaning. Locate sedi-ment trap where trapped matter is not likelyto freeze. A sediment trap traps moistureand contaminants. This keeps them fromgoing into fireplace controls. If sedimenttrap is not installed or is installed wrong,fireplace may not run properly.

PropaneSupply

Regulator

VentPointingDown

Figure 16-ExternalRegulator with VentPointing Down

From ExternalRegulator(11" W.C.** to14" W.C.Pressure)

A.G.A. Design-CertifiedManual Shutoff Valve With

1/8" NPT Tap*

Approved FlexibleGas Hose

Gas

Control

SedimentTrap I" Minimum

Figure 17- Gas Connection

* Purchase the optional A.G.A. design-certified manual shutoff valve from your dealer. SeeAccessories, page 24.

** Minimum inlet pressure for purpose of input adjustment.

Continued

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CONNECTING FIREPLACETO GAS SUPPLYInstallation Items Needed

• Phillips screwdriver

• sealant (resistant to propane gas, notprovided)

1. Remove fireplace screen. Remove twoscrews that hold fireplace screen inplace for shipping. These screws arelocated near top of screen. Discardscrews. Lift fireplace screen up andpull out to remove.

2. Remove screws that attach branch

support to fireplace (see Figure 18).Carefully lift up branch support andremove from ftreplace (see Figure 18).

3. Route flexible gas line (provided byinstaller) from manual shutoff valveinto fireplace through side or rear ac-cess holes in outer casing. Route flex-ible gas supply line through fireplaceaccess holes in outer casing.

NOTICE: Most building codes donot permit concealed gas con-nectlons. A flexible gas line isprovided to allow accessibilityfrom the fireplace (see Figure 19).The flexible gas supply line con-nection to the manual shutoffvalve should be accessible.

4, Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male•threads of gas connector attached toflexible gas line (see Figure 19). Con-nect flexible gas line to flexible gas lineattached to gas valve of fireplace (seeFigure 19).

5. Check all gas connections for leaks. SeeChecking Gas Connections, page 13.

6. Replace branch support back into fire-place. Feed flexible gas line into fire-

place base area while replacing branchsupport. Make sure the entire flexiblegas line is in fireplace base area. Reat-

tach branch support to fireplace withscrews removed in step 2.

CAUTION: Avoid damage to Jregulator. Hold gas regulator with Iwrench when connecting itto gaspiping and/or fittings,

ScreenShippingScrew

Screen

JShoulder.,Screw

Branch Support

Figure 18- Removing Branch Support From Fireplace

Manual Shutoff Valve

Gas Connector

To FireplaceGas Valve

2"

To Extamal

Regul_

Flexible Gas Line fromManual Shutoff ValveProvided by Installer

Figure 19 - Attaching Flexible Gas Lines Together

Flexible Gas Line fromFireplace Gas ValveProvided with Fireplace

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CHECKING GASCONNECTIONS

_lb 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 watertoalljoints. Bubbles forming showa leak. Correct all leaks at once.

CAUTION: Make sure external

regulator has been installed be-tween propane supply and fire-place. See guidelines under Con-necting to Gas Supply, page 11.

Pressure Testing Gas SupplyPiping System

Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG

1. Disconnect fireplace and its individualmanual shutoff valve from gas supplypiping system. Pressures in excess of 1/2psig will damage fireplace regulator.

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

3. Pressurize supply piping system by ei-ther using compressed air or openingpropane 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 manual shutoff

valve to gas supply. Check reconnectedfittings for leaks.

Test Pressu res Equal To or Less Than1/2 PSIG

1. Close manual shutoffvalve (seeFigure 20).

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

3. Check all joints from propane supplytank to manual shutoff valve (see Fig-ure 21). Apply mixture of liquid soapand water to gas joints. Bubbles form-ing show a leak.


r_F_ _Open

Manual /A \Shutoff_/ [ JL _ \

v ,veClosed

Figure 20 - Manual Shutoff Valve

ManualShutoffValve

PropaneSupplyTank

\

Pressure Testing Fireplace GasConnections

1. Opee manual shutoffvalve (seeFigure 20).

2. Open propane supply tank valve.

3. Make sure control knob of fireplace isin the OFF position.

4. Check all joints from manual 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 fireplace (see Operating Fire-place, pages 15 through 17). Check allother internal joints for leaks.

7. Turn off fireplace (see To Turn OffGasto Appliance, page 16).

8. Replace front panel.

Figure 21 - Checking Gas Joints Shown with Optional Mantel

Continued

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OPTIONAL WIRELESSHAND-HELD REMOTECONTROL ACCESSORIES

(CGHRC Series andCGHRCT Series)

Installing Receiver1. Remove screws.

2. Disconnect switch wires from the con-trol valve.

3. Remove switch plate (see Figure 22).Discard switch plate after removing.Save the screws.

4. Locate the battery clip mounted on the

back of the receiver (see Figure 23).

5. Slide 9-volt battery (not included)through the clip.

6. Attach the terminal wires to the battery

(see Figure 23).

7. Connect wires as shown in Figure 24.

8. Install remote receiver unit onto gasheater base using the two screws re-moved in step one (see Figure 24).

Screw

\Heater Base

Figure 22 - Switch Plate and WiringHarness

Receiver._

Figure 23 - Attaching Battery to Receiver

Black W_re_Red Wire

Wire Harness*

Valve

Black WireRed Wire

Figure 24 - Installing Remote Receiver

* Wire harness provided in the fireplacehardware pack.

Installing 9-Volt Battery in Hand-Held Remote Control Unit

i. Remove battery cover on back of re-mote control unit.

2. Attach terminal wires to the battery (notincluded). Place battery into the batteryhousing.

3. Replace battery cover onto remote con-trol unit.

Battery RemoteTerminal Cover Control UnitWires

9-VoltBattery

ryHousing

Figure 25 - Installing Battery in Hand-Held Remote Control Unit

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OPERATINGFIREPLACE

l FOR YOUR 1SAFETY READ

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 applinnce has a pilot which mnstbe righted by hand. When lighting thepilot, follow these instructions exactly.

B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all

around the appliance area for gas. Besure to smell next to the floor because

some 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 eall your gas supplier

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

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

C. Use only your hand to push in or turuthe 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 nse this applinnce 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.

WARNING:

• If fireplace has glass doors,never operate this heater withglass doors closed. Ifyou oper-ate heater with doors closed,heat buildup Insidefireplacewillcause glass to burst. Also iffireplace opening has vents atthe bottom, you must open thevents before operating heater.

• You must operate this heaterwith a fireplace screen Inplace.Make sure fireplace screen isclosed before running heater.

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

2. Make sure manual shutoff valve is

fully open.

3. Set selector switch in the OFF position.

WARNING: Burner will comeon automatically wlthln oneminute when the selector switchIs in the ON poslUon after thepilot Is lit.

4. Press in and turn control knob dook-

wise/_ to the OFF position.

5. Wait five (5) minutes to dear out anygas. 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.

6. Press in and turn control knob coun-

terelockwise _ to the PILOTposition. Press in control knob forfive (5) seconds (see Figure 26).

Note: You may be running thisheater for the first time after hook-

ControlKnob

SelectorSwitchinOFF Position IgnitorButton FlameAdjustmentKnob

Figure 26 - Control Knob end Ignitor Button Location

ing up to gas supply. If so, the con-trol knob may need to be pressed infor 30 seconds or more. This will al-

low air to bleed from the gas system.

7. With control knob pressed in, pressand release ignitor button. This willlight pilot. The pilot isattached to theburner. If needed, keep pressing ig-nitor button until pilot lights.

Note: If pilot does not stay lit, con-tact a qualified service person or gassupplier for repairs. Until repairs aremade, light pilot with match. To lightpilot with match, see Manual Light-ing Procedure on page 16.

8. Keep control knob pressed in for 30seconds after lighting pilot. After 30seconds, release control knob.• ffconlrol knob do_s notpop out wben

released, contact a qualified serviceperson or gas supplier for repairs.

Note: If pilot goes out, repeat steps4 through 8.

9. Slightly push in and turn controlknob counterclockwise _ to theON position.

10. Wait one minute and switch selector

switch to the ON position to lightburner.

11. Set flame adjustment knob to anylevel between HI and LO.

_I=CAUTION: Do nottrytoadjustheating levels by using themanual shutoff valve.

_k WARNING: Make sure the

selector switch is in the OFF po-sition when you are away fromhome for long periods of time.Heater will come on automati-cally with selector switch In theON position.

Pil°t_ode

Figure 27- Pilot

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OPERATINGFIREPLACEContinued

I TO TURN OFF GASTO APPLIANCE / 1

NOTICE: You must light the pilotbefore using the hand-held re-mote control unit. See LightingInstructions on page 15.

Shutting Off Fireplace

1. Turn control knob clockwise F-" Nto the OFF position.

2a. Set selector switch in the OFF position.

2b. If Using Optional Hand-Held Re-mote: Set selector switch in the OFF

position to prevent draining battery.

Shutting Off Burner Only (pilotstays lit)

After lighting, let pilot flame burn forabout one minute. Turn control knob

to ON position. Adjust flame adjust-ment knob anywhere between HIand LO. Slide the selector switch to

the REMOTE position. NOTE: Theburner may light if hond-held remoteON button was on when selectorswitch was last turned off. You cannow turn the burner on and off withthe hond-heid remote control unit.

You may shut offthe burner and keep thepilot lit by doing one of the following:

1. Turn control knob clockwise/F" Nto the PILOT position.

2. Use remoteconttol manualOFF button.

3. Set selector switch in the OFF position.

MANUAL LIGHTINGPROCEDURE I

1.

2*

3.

Follow steps 1 through 6 under Light-ing Instructions, page 15.

Depress control knob and light pilotwith match.

Keep control knob pressed in for 30seconds after lighting pilot. After 30seconds, release control knob. Nowfollow steps 9 through 11, on page 15.

l OPTIONAL REMOTEOPERATION I

Note: All remote control accessories must

be purchased separately (see Accessories,page 24). Follow installation instructionson pages 14 of this manual.

Thermostat Control Operation

(Optional CGHR CT Series Only )The ther-mostat control setting on the remote con-

IMPORTANT: Do not leave the se-

lector switch in the REMOTE posi-tion when the pilot is not lit. This willdrain the battery.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to press theON/OFF buttons on the hand-heldremote control unit for up to 3 sec-onds to assure proper operation.

CGHRC Series Operation:2a. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the

burner on and off. When turningburner off, the pilot will remain lit.

CGHRCT Series Operation:

2b. Select the MAN (manual) or AUTObutton on the hand-held remote con-trol unit (see Figure 29, page 17).• In manual mode, turn burner on

or off by pressing the ON or OFFbuttons on the hand-held remotecontrol unit.

3.

4.

Control Knob

SelectorSwitchinRemotePosition(OptionalRemoteControl)

• In auto mode, the room tempera-ture is controlled by the thermo-stat in the hand-held remote con-trol unit. To increase the room tem-

perature, press the top arrow of theTEMP button. To lower room thetemperature, press the bottom ar-row of the TEMP button. At highersettings the heater will run more.

IMPORTANT." This remote controlhas been specially engineered to takean air temperature sample every 5.5minutes in the AUTO mode. It will not

respond immediately to the tempera-ture setting being turned up or down.IMPORTAN_ The hand-held remotecontrol unit must be near the heater.Do not keep the hand-held remotecontrol unit too closeto the heater.The thermostat on the hand-held re-mote control unit will heat up tooquickly and turn the heater off.

Use the STATUS button on the hand-held remote control unit to see theoperation mode being used and thetemperature setting selected. A redlight will come on beside the opera-tion mode being used when the sta-tus button is pressed (see Figure 29,page 17).

To turn the burner off when operat-ing in the manual mode, press theOFF button. If operating in the automode, press the MAN button, thenpress the OFF button. The pilot willremain lit (see Figure 29, page 17).IMPORTANT: To turn the pilot off,manually turn the control knob onthe heater to the OFF position.

_] Flame

Adjustment

Knob

trol unit can be set to any comfort levelbetween HI and LO. The burner will turn

on and off automatically to maintain thecomfort level you select. The ideal comfortsetting will vary by household dependingupon the amount of space to he heated, theoutput of the central heating system, etc.

Figure 28 - Setting the Selector Switch, ControI Knob, and Flame Adjustment Knob forRemote Operation

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OPERATINGFIREPLACEContinued

ShowsTemperature _ [

Setting

Allows Burner to Jbe Turned On Iand Off with the IHand-HeldRemote Unit.

The log heater

will automatically/_cycle betweenpilot and theheat setting thathas beenselected.

Increases

""_,-_ _ _ /TReO°pmerature

_I_I I"_l Decreases

IN ,-- Room. _ _ (,._ ] Temperature

"G (_ _ _Unr?nB_er

_ _M_i_iCnurrent

Figure 29 - Thermostat Hand-Held Remote Control UnitSelections (CGHRCT only)

INSPECTINGBURNERSCheck pilot flame pattern and burner flamepatterns often.

PILOT FLAME PA'rFERN

Figure 30 shows a correct pilot flame pat-tern. Figure 31 shows an incorrect pilotflame pattern. The incorrect pilot flame isnot properly heating the thermocouple.When the thermocouple cools, the heaterwill shut down.

If pilot flame pattern is incorrect, as shownin Figure 31

• turn heater off(see To Turn OffGas to

Appliance, page 16)

• seeTroubleshooting, pagesl9through21

Pil°t_ °c°uple

Figure 30 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern

PilotBurner Thermocouple

Figure 31 - Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern

BURNER FLAME PATTERN

Figure 32 shows a correct burner flame pattern.Figure 33 shows an incorrect burner flamepattern.Theincorrect burnerflamcpattemshowsyellow tipping of the flame. It also shows theflame higher than one inch above the log.

Note: When using the fireplace the firsttime, the flame will be yellow for approxi-mately one hour until the log cures.

_k WARNING: If yellow tippingoccurs, your fireplace could pro-duce increased levels of carbonmonoxide. If burner flame patternshows yellow tipping, follow in-structions Incolumn 3 of this page.

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

17

If burner flame pattern is incorrect, as shownin Figure 33

• turnfireplaceoff(seeToTurnOffGastoAppliance, page 16)

• seeTroubleshooting, pages 19through21

Top of Flame About One InchAbove Charred Area

Figure 32 - Correct Burner Flame Pattern

Yellow Tipping

Ftgure33- IncorrectBurnerFlamePattern

CLEANING ANDMAINTENANCE

_IL WARNING: Turn offfireplaceand let cool before cleaning.

_k CAUTION: You must keepcontrol areas, burner, and circu-lating air passageways of fire-place clean. Inspect these areasof fireplace before each use. Havefireplace inspected yearly by aqualified service person. Fire-place may need more frequentcleaning due to excessive lintfrom carpeting, pet hair, etc.

ODS/PILOT AND BURNER

• Use a vacuum cleaner or small, softbristled brush to clean.

CABINET

Air Passageways

• Use a vacuum cleaner or pressurized airto clean.

Exterior

Use a soft cloth dampened with a mildsoap and water mixture. Wipe the cabi-net to remove dust.

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REPLACEMENTPARTS

Note: Use only original replacement parts.

This will protect your warranty coveragefor parts replaced under warranty.

PARTS UNDER WARRANTY

Contact authorized dealers of this product.If they can't supply original replacementpart(s) call DESA International's TechnicalService Department at 1-800-323-5190 forreferral information.

When calling DESA Intemational, have ready

• your name

• your address

• model number of your fireplace

• how fireplace was malfunctioning

• type of gas used (propane/LP or naturalgas)

• purchase date

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

PARTS NOT UNDERWARRANTY

Contact authorized dealers of this productor Parts Central (see page 25). If they can'tsupply original replacement part(s) callDESA International's Parts Department at1-800-972-7879 for referral information.

Wbencalling DESA International,have ready

• model number ofyour fireplace

• the replacement part number

SPECIFICATIONSBtu (Variable) 15,000/26,000

Type Gas Propane/LP Only

Ignition PiezoManifold Pressure 8" W.C.

Inlet Gas Pressure (in. of water) *Maximum 14"

Minimum 11"

Dimensions, Inches (H x W x D)

Fireplace 25 7/8x 2613/16 x 93/8Carton 32% x 273/16x l I%

Weight, pounds

Fireplace 441/2 lbs.

Shipping 48 Ibs.

* For purposes of input adjustment

TECHNICALSERVICE

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

If so, contact DESA International's Techni-cal Service Department at 1-800-DESA LOG(t-800-337-2564).

You can also visit DESA International'stechnical services web site atwww.desatech.com.

SERVICE HINTS

When Gas Pressure Is Too Low

• pilot will notstaylit

• burner will have delayed ignition

• heater will not produce specified heat

• propane 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 localnatural gas supplier.

WIRING DIAGRAM

IOn I

I

Switch

Thermopile

Black

RedI

I TPTH THGas Control

TPTH TPRed j

White

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TROUBLESHOOTINGNote;Fora ditionalhe p,visitDESAI IInternational s technical service web siteat www.desatech.com.

Note: All troubleshooting items are listedin order of operation.

WARNING: Turn off heaterand let cool before servicing. Onlya qualified service person shouldservice and repair heater.

I _l_ CAUTION: Never use a wire,

needle, or similar object to cleanODS/pilot. This can damage ODS/pilot unit.

OBSERVED PROBLEM

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

POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY

1.

2,

3.

Ignitor electrode not connected to igni-torcable

Ignitor cable pinched or wet

Piezo ignitor nut is loose

4. Broken ignitor cable5. Bad piezo ignitor6. Ignitor electrode broken

7. Ignitor electrode positioned wrong

1. Reconnect ignitor cable

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

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

4, Replace ignitor cable

5. Replace piezo ignitor6. Replace piezo ignitor7. Replace piezo ignitor

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

1. Gas supply turned off or manual shutoffvalve 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

!. Turn on gas supply or open manualshutoff 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 is re-moved

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

Maintenance, page 17) or replace ODS/pilot assembly

7. Replace gas control

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

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

3. Manual shutoff valve not fully open4. Pilot flame not touching thermocouple,

which allows thermooouple 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

5. Thermocouple connection loose at con-trol valve

6. Thermocouple damaged7. Control valve damaged

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

knob pressed in 30 seconds3. Fully open manual shut-off valve4. A) Contact local propane gas company

B) Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and

Maintenance, page 17) or replace ODS/pilot assembly

5. Hand tighten until snug, then tighten 1/4turn more

6. Replace thermocouple7. Replace control valve

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TROUBLESHOOTINGContinued

OBSERVED PROBLEM

Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit

POSSIBLE CAUSE

1. Burner orifice clogged

REMEDY

1. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte-name, page 17) or replace burner orifice

2. Inlet gas pressure is too low 2. Contact local propane gas company3. Burner orifice diameter is too small 3. Replace burner orifice4. Thermopile leads disconnected or im- 4. Reconnect leads (see Wiring Diagram,

properly connected page 18)5. Burner will not come on in remote posi- 5. Replace battery in transmitter and re-

tion ceiver

Delayed ignition burner 1. Manifold pressure is too low I. Contact local propane gas company2. Burner orifice clogged 2. Clean burner (see Cleaning and Mainte-

nance, page 17) or replace burner orifice

Burner backfiring during combustion 1. Burner orifice is clogged or damaged 1. Clean burner (see Cleanmg and Mainte-nance, page 17)or replace burner orifice

2. Damaged burner 2. Replace damaged burner3. Gas regulator defective 3. Replace gas control

Slightsmokeorodorduringinitialoperation 1. Not enoughair 1. Check burner for dirt and debris. Iffound, clean burner (see Cleaning andMaintenance, page 17)

2. Gas regulator defective 2. Replace gas control3. Residues from manufacturing processes 3. Problem will stop after a few hours of

and logs curing operation

Moisture/condensation noticed on windows 1. Not enough combustion/ventilation air 1. Refer to Air for Combustion and Venti-lation requirements (page 5)

Heater produces a whistling noise when 1. Turning control knob to HI position 1. Turn control knob to LO position andburner is lit when burner is cold let warm up for a minute

2. Air in gas line 2. Operate burner until air is removed from

3. Air passageways on heater blocked

4. Dirty or partially clogged burner orifice

line. Have gas line checked by local pro-pane gas company

3. Observe minimum installation clear-

ances (see pages 8 through 10)4. Cleanburner(seeCleaningandMainte-

nance, page 17) or replace burner orifice

Whitepowderresidueformingwithinbumer 1. When heated, vaporsfromfumiturepol- 1. Turn heater off when using furniturebox or on adjacent walls or furniture ish, wax, carpet cleaners, etc. turn into polish, wax, carpet cleaners, or similar

white powder residue products

Remote does not function 1. Battery is not installed. Battery power 1. Replace 9-volt batteries in receiver andis low remote control

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TROUBLESHOOTINGContinued

_, 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.

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. These odors

will disappear over time.

OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Heater produces a clicking/ticking noise 1. Metal expanding while heating or con- 1. This is common with most heaters. Ifjust after burner is lit or shut off tracting while cooling noise is excessive, contact qualified ser-

vice person

Heater produces unwanted odors 1. Open window and ventilate room. Stopusing odor causing products while heateris running

1, Heater burning vapors from paint, hairspray, glues, cleaners, chemicals, newcarpet, etc. (See IMPORTANT state-ment above)

2. Gasleak. SeeWarning statement at 2. Locate and correct all leaks (see Check-top of page ing Gas Connections, page 13)

Heater shuts off in use (ODS operates) 1. Not enough fresh air is available 1. Open window and/ordoor for ventilation2, Low line pressure 2. Contact local natural gas company3. ODS/pilot is partially clogged 3. Clean ODS/pilot (see Cleaning and

Maintenance. page 17)

Gas odor even when control knob is in OFF 1. Gas leak. See Warning statement at 1. Loca_ and correct all leaks (see Check-

position top of page ing Gas Connections, page 13)2. Control valve defective 2. Replace control valve

Gas odor during combustion 1. Foreign matter between control valve 1. Take apart gas tubing and remove for-and burner eign matter

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

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ILLUSTRATEDPARTSBREAKDOWN

CGCF26PRA

24

39

1

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19

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18

15

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PARTS LIST

CGCF26PRA

This list contains replaceable parts used inyour fireplace. When ordering parts, followthe instructions listed under ReplacementParts on page 18 of this manual.

KEYNO.

1

i2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

1011

12

13

14

14-1

15

16

17

1819

2O

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

28-1

28-2

2930

31

32

33

34

35

36

37

38

39

40

41

PART NO. DESCRIPTION

102633-02CK

102624-02

099230-02

098304-01

103447-02

104230-02

102635-02CK103692-01CK

101712-04

102638-01103778-01

102460-01CJ

104322-01

103587-02

099998-01

104335-01CK

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104305-01

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104077-01

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102645-03

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Outer Casing Top 1

Outer Casing 1Shoulder Screw 6

Screw, #10 x 3/8" 41Burner 1

Louvered Door, Service Assembly 1

Left and Right Side Front 2

Top Louver 1Firebox Hood 1

Firebox Top 1

ODS/Pilot Assembly 1

Firebox Wrapper 1Burner Tube 1Plate Switch 1

Switch, Heater 1

Outer Shell Base 1

Branch Support 1Piezo 1

Pilot Tube 1

Ignitor Cable 1

Injector 1

Injector Holder 1Nut, M5 6

Gas Valve 1

Baffle 1

Flexible Connector 1

Control Shield 1

Screen Assembly 1Branch 1

Main Log 1

Hinge 2Rivets 8

Burner Support, Right 1

Bumer Support, Left 1Connector, Male 1

Bushing 1

Bushing IGas Valve Screws 2

Connector, Male 1

Wire Hamess 1Hex Head Screws #10 x .38 30

Pan Head Screw, 1 3/4" 2Middle Rail 1

PARTS AVAILABLE -- NOT SHOWN

103877-01 Lighting instructions Plate 1

100563-01 Warning Plate 1

103470-01 Hardware Package 1104319-03 Information Video 1

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ACCESSORIESPurchase these fireplace accessories fromyour local dealer or Parts Central (see page27). If they cannot supply these accessoriescall DESA International's Sales Depart-ment at 1-800-458-2472 for referral infor-mation. You can also write to the address

listed on the back page of this manual.

MANUAL SHUTOFF VALVE -GA5010

Manual shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap.

%THERMOSTATICALLYCONTROLLED BLOWER KIT-GA3450T

Provides better heat distribution. Blowerturns off and on automatically, as needed.Complete installation and operating instruc-tions included.

BRASS TRIM KIT - GA6095

Optional four-sided brass aim kit for built-in installations. Provides a finished appear-anee coveting rough edges of wall opening.

RECEIVER AND HAND-HELDTHERMOSTAT REMOTECONTROL KIT-CGHRCT SERIES

For all models. Allows the gas log heater tobe operated in a manually or thermostati-cally controlled mode. You can turn the gaslog heater on and off without ever leavingthe comfort of your easy chair.

RECEIVER AND HAND-HELDREMOTE CONTROL KIT -CGHRC SERIES

For all models. Allows the gas log heater tobe turned on and off by using a hand-heldremote control.

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CORNER MANTEL WITH

BUILT-IN HEARTH BASEUnfinished Hardwood Veneer-GMC20UFinished Hardwood Veneer-GMC19F

For use with fireplace. Space-saving manteland hearth base corner design features clean,classic lines. Available in a walnut finish or

an unfinished hardwood, ready to stain orpaint. Complete assembly instructions in-cluded. Three-sided brass trim kit included.

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CABINET MANTEL WITHBUILT-IN HEARTH BASEUnfinished Hardwood Veneer-GMC16UWalnut Finished HardwoodVeneer- GMC15FMedium Stained Oak Veneer-GMC17F

For use with fireplace. A hardwood manteland hearth base offers compact styling andcompletes the fireplace look. Available in awalnut stain, medium oak stain, or an unfin-ished hardwood, ready to stain or paint.Complete assembly instructions included.Three-sided brass trim kit included.

CORNER MANTEL WITHBUILT-IN HEARTH BASEAND TRADITIONAL SQUARELEG STYLINGFinished Oak Veneer- GMC43FUnfinished Oak Veneer - GMC44UFinished Walnut HardwoodVeneer - GMC38FUnfinished Hardwood Veneer -GMC39U

For use with fireplace. A hardwood manteland hearth base offers compact styling andcompletes the fireplace look. Available in astained or an unfinished (ready to stain orpaint) Oak Veneer over hardwood. Com-plete assembly instructions included. Three-sided brass trim kit included.

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PARTS CENTRALS

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

Parts Department

Portable Heater Parts342 N. County Rd, 400 EastValparaiso,/N 46383-9704All States219-462-74411-800-362-6951

Parts Department

FBO1349 Adams St.

Bowling Green, KY 42103-3413502-846-11991-800-654-8534Fax: 1-800-846-0090

Four Flags Power Products1115 Stateline RoadNiles, MI 49120-4728616-684-26971-800-268-4983Parts Only

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

Master Parts Distributors1251 Mound Ave. NW

Grand Rapids, MI 49504-2672616-791-0505

Fax: 1-616-791.8270

Parts Department1-800-446-1446

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

Parts Department

East Coast Energy Products707 BroadwayW. Long Branch, NJ 07764-1542908-870-88091-800-755-8809Parts Department

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

Parts Department

Heater & Fireplace Store1922 N Route 9

Cape May Court, N3 08210-1110609-624-0678

Dayton HardwareP.O. Box 275

North Dayton StationDayton, OH 45404-0275All States

513-:258-3721

Parts Department1-800-762-3426

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

Parts Department

LaPorte's Parts & Service2444 North 5th StreetHartsville, SC 29550-7704803-332-0191

Parts Department

Cans Unlimited, Inc.P.O. Box 645

Taylor, SC 29687-0013All States803-879-30091-800-845-5301Parts Department

Parts Department

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WARRANTY INFORMATIONKEEP THIS WARRANTY

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

LIMITED WARRANTY

VENT-FREE PROPANE/LP GAS HEARTH' FIREPLACE

DESA International warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and components for two (2) years from the date of firstpurchase, provided that the product has been properly installed, operated and maintained in accordance with all applicable instructions.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 the cost of part(s) required to restore this fireplace toproper operating condition and an allowance for labor when provided by a DESA Authorized Service Center. Warranty part(s) MUST beobtained through authorized dealers of this product and/or DESA International who will provide original factory replacement parts. Failureto use original factory replacement parts voids this warranty. The fireplace MUST be installed by a qualified installer in accordance withall local codes and instractions furnished with the 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 become damagedas a result of misuse, accidents, lack of proper maintenance or defects caused by improper installation. Travel, diagnostic cost, labor,transportation and any and all such other costs related to repairing a defective fireplace will be the responsibility of the owner.

TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY THE LAW OF THE JURISDICTION THAT GOVERNS THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT;THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTIES AND LIMITS THE DURATIONOF ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR APARTICULAR PURPOSE TO TWO (2) YEARS ON ALL COMPONENTS FROM THE DATE OF FIRST PURCHASE; AND DESAINTERNATIONAL'S LIABILITY IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND DESA INTERNA-

TIONAL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL ORCONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequentialdamages, 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: DESAINTERNATIONAL2701 Industrial DriveP.O. Box 90004Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004www.desatech.corn

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