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LOCAL CODES
Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all local
codes. In the absence to local codes, use the cur-
rent
National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA
54*
(USA) or the current
CSA-B149.1 Installation
Code
(Canada).
*Available from:
American National Standards Institute, Inc.
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
National Fire Protection Association, Inc.
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
PRODUCT FEATURES
These are a few facts that can help you understand
and enjoy your direct-vent fireplace:
• The venting system may be routed to the out-
side of your home in several ways. It may vent
through the roof (vertical) or it may vent to an
outside/exterior wall (horizontal). The vent
pipe installation is very important to allow for
proper operation. You must follow the venting
instructions very carefully for either vertical or
horizontal applications.
• This fireplace may be installed in any room of
your house provided all local codes and these
installation instructions are followed.
• The blower requires electricity. If you plan to
install the blower at a later date, do not forget
to wire the outlet at the bottom of the fireplace
when framing.
• Each time you turn on your fireplace, you may
notice some amount of condensation on the in-
side of the fireplace glass. This is normal and will
disappear after 10-20 minutes of operation.
• Your direct-vent gas fireplace system (fireplace
and venting) is a balanced and sealed gas op-
erating unit. It requires approximately 10-20
minutes of operating time before the flame
pattern stabilizes.
Figure 2 - Common Fireplace Locations
Flush with a wall
Through exterior wall
enclosed in a chase
Corner
installation
Figure 3 - Fireplace Bottom Dimensions
D
RW
FW
21
1
/
8
"
29"
41"
PRE-INSTALLATION
PREPARATION
LOCATION AND SPACE
REqUIREMENTS
Determine the safest and most efficient location
for your DESA direct-vent fireplace. Make sure
that rafters and wall studs are not in the way of the
venting system. Choose a location where the heat
output is not affected by drafts, air conditioning
ducts, windows or doors. Figure 2 shows some
common locations. Be aware of all restrictions and
precautions before deciding the exact location for
your fireplace and termination cap.
When deciding the location of your fireplace,
follow these rules:
• Do not connect this fireplace venting to a chim-
ney flue serving a separate solid-fuel burning
fireplace or appliance.
• Due to high temperatures, do not locate this
fireplace in high traffic areas, windy or drafty
areas or near furniture or draperies.
• Proper clearances must be maintained.
• If your fireplace is to be installed directly on
carpeting, vinyl tile or any combustible mate-
rial other than wood, it must be installed on a
metal or wood panel extending the full width
and depth of the fireplace. See Figure 3.
