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  • Page 1

    Save this manual for future reference. OWNER’S OPERA TION AND INST ALLA TION MANUAL VENT -FREE PROP ANE/LP GAS COMP ACT FIREPLACE ® 15,000 to 26,000 Btu/Hr Remote Thermostatically Controlled Model Shown with Optional Cabinet Mantel/Hearth Base Accessory CGCF26PR This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* manufactured (mobile) home, where[...]

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    2 104324 VENT -FREE PROP ANE COMP ACT FIREPLACE CGCF26PR 1. This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases. 2. Do not place propane/LP supply tank(s) inside any structure. Locate propane/ LP supply tank(s) outdoors. DANGER: Carbon monoxide poisoning may l[...]

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    3 104324 OWNER’S MANUAL ON OFF REMOTE AUTO MAN OFF STATUS ON LO HI TEMP PRODUCT IDENTIFICA TION LOCAL CODES Install and use fireplace with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the latest edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1, also known as NFPA 54*. *Available from: American National Standards Institute, In[...]

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    4 104324 VENT -FREE PROP ANE COMP ACT FIREPLACE CGCF26PR WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this fireplace may result in prop- erty damage or personal injury. ASSEMBL Y WARNING: Always have branch support and screen in place before operating fireplace. Thi[...]

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    5 104324 OWNER’S MANUAL Today’s homes are built more energy effi- cient than ever. New materials, increased insulation, and new construction methods help reduce heat loss in homes. Home owners weather strip and caulk around windows and doors to keep the cold air out and the warm air in. During heating months, home owners want their homes as air[...]

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    6 104324 VENT -FREE PROP ANE COMP ACT FIREPLACE CGCF26PR 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 [...]

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    7 104324 OWNER’S MANUAL Figure 5 - Ventilation Air from Outdoors Shown with Optional Mantel Ventilation Air From Outdoors Provide extra fresh air by using ventilation grills or ducts. You must provide two per- manent openings: one within 12" of the ceiling and one within 12" of the floor. Connect these items directly to the outdoors or [...]

  • Page 8

    8 104324 VENT -FREE PROP ANE COMP ACT FIREPLACE CGCF26PR INST ALLA TION Note: Your Comfort Glow fireplace is de- signed to be used in zero clearance installa- tions. Wall or framing material can be placed directly against any exterior surface of your fireplace, except where stand-off spacers are integrally attached. If stand-off spacers are attache[...]

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    9 104324 OWNER’S MANUAL Option tw o: 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 using nails or wood screws through holes in nailing flange. 10. Check all gas connections for leaks. [...]

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    10 104324 VENT -FREE PROP ANE COMP ACT FIREPLACE CGCF26PR 13" 16" 19" 21" 2 1 /2" 6" 8" 10" Minimum Non- Combustible Material Assembling Brass Trim (Brass trim shipped with mantel) 1. Remove packaging from three remain- ing pieces of brass trim. 2. Locate two adjusting plates with set screws, and two shims in[...]

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    11 104324 OWNER’S MANUAL CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY Figure 16 - External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down NOTICE: A qualified service per- son must connect fireplace to gas supply. Follow all local codes. CAUTION: Never connect fire- place directly to the propane/LP supply. This fireplace requires an external regulator (not sup- plied). Install th[...]

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    12 104324 VENT -FREE PROP ANE COMP ACT FIREPLACE CGCF26PR INST ALLA TION Continued Figure 18 - Removing Branch Support From Fireplace CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY Installation Items Needed • Phillips screwdriver • sealant (resistant to propane gas, not provided) 1. Remove fireplace screen. Remove two screws that hold fireplace screen in p[...]

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    13 104324 OWNER’S MANUAL O POSI T P O Open Closed Manual Shutoff Valve Figure 21 - Checking Gas Joints Shown with Optional Mantel Figure 20 - Manual Shutoff Valve Manual Shutoff Valve Propane/LP Supply Tank Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG 1. Disconnect fireplace and its individual manual shutoff valv[...]

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    14 104324 VENT -FREE PROP ANE COMP ACT FIREPLACE CGCF26PR LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. STOP! Read the safety inf ormation, column 1. 2. Make sur e manual shutoff valve is fully open. 3. Set remote selector switch in the OFF position. WARNING: • If fireplace has glass doors, never operate this heater with glass doors closed. If you op- erate heater wi[...]

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    15 104324 OWNER’S MANUAL OPERA TING FIREPLACE Continued TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE Shutting Off Fireplace 1. T urn contr ol knob clockwise to the OFF position. 2. Set remote selector switch in the OFF position to pre vent draining battery . Shutting Off Burner Only (pilot stays lit) You may shut off the burners and keep the pilot lit by doing o[...]

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    16 104324 VENT -FREE PROP ANE COMP ACT FIREPLACE CGCF26PR CORRECT FLAME PATTERN AT HIGH POSITION Figure 28 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern Pilot Burner Thermocouple Figure 29 - Incorrect Pilot Flame Pattern Check pilot flame pattern and burner flame patterns often. PILOT FLAME PATTERN Figure 28 shows a correct pilot flame pat- tern. Figure 29 shows a[...]

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    17 104324 OWNER’S MANUAL Continued TROUBLESHOOTING Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in order of operation. WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater. CAUTION: Never use a wire, needle, or similar object to clean ODS/pilot. This can damage ODS/ pilot unit. POS[...]

  • Page 18

    18 104324 VENT -FREE PROP ANE COMP ACT FIREPLACE CGCF26PR TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM Burner does not light after ODS/pilot is lit Delayed ignition burner Burner backfiring during combustion Slight smoke or odor during initial operation Moisture/condensation noticed on windows Heater produces a whistling noise when burner is lit Whit[...]

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    19 104324 OWNER’S MANUAL 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, cal[...]

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    20 104324 VENT -FREE PROP ANE COMP ACT FIREPLACE CGCF26PR TECHNICAL SER VICE 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 (1-800-337-2564). SPECIFICA TIONS When gas pressure is too low • pilot will not stay lit • burners[...]

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    21 104324 OWNER’S MANUAL ACCESSORIES Purchase these fireplace accessories from your local dealer or Parts Central (see page 20). If they cannot supply these accessories call 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. CABINET MANT[...]

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    22 104324 VENT -FREE PROP ANE COMP ACT FIREPLACE CGCF26PR ILLUSTRA TED PA R T S BREAKDOWN CGCF26PR 11 11 AUTO MAN OFF STATUS ON LO HI TEMP 29 30 38 38 7 35 26 36 10 40 40 7 24 1 2 8 15 6 21 31 32 13 18 22 5 27 20 19 16 28-1 28-2 23 39 14 25 33 34 19 14 37 18 12 4 4 39 9 3 39 39 39 39 3 17 4 41[...]

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    23 104324 OWNER’S MANUAL P ARTS LIST CGCF26PR This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 16 of this manual. KEY CGCF26PR NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 102633-02CK Outer Casing Top 1 2 102624-02 Outer Casing 1 3 099230-02 Shoulder Screw 6 4 0983[...]

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    2701 Industrial Drive P.O. Box 90004 Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004 104324-01 REV. C 08/98 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 first purchase, provided that the product has been properly installed,[...]