Desa (V)PN36-A - Manual (Page 14)

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oPeraTion and
MainTenance
guidelines
Continued
GRATE
The grate is designed to provide you with the
maximum solid fuel capacity. Do not overload
grate or obstruct required air space beneath
it. Doing so may cause smoke spillage and
a fire hazard.
WARNING: Risk of fire! Re-
place grate with DESA model
11150 grate only. This grate has
been designed to keep the opera-
tion of your fireplace safe and
efficient.
Never obstruct flow of combustion and ven-
tilation air. Keep front of fireplace clear of all
obstacles and materials.
ChIMNEY
Have your chimney system cleaned and in-
spected regularly to ensure safe and efficient
operation.
Technical serVice
You may have further questions about installa-
tion, operation, or troubleshooting. If so, con-
tact DESA Heating, LLC at 1-866-672-6040.
When calling please have your model and
serial numbers of your heater ready.
You can also visit DESA Heating, LLC‘s web
site at www.desatech.com.
DAMPER MEChANISM
The damper control lever is located inside the
fire chamber (see Figure 32). Make sure lever
is cool before handling. Pull down to close and
push up to open. Damper must be open when
lighting a fire. Not doing so will cause smoke
spillage into the room. When fireplace is not
in use, close damper to prevent down drafts
to enter room.
GRATE
OUTSIDE AIR
HANDLE
PULL TO CLOSE
PUSH TO OPEN
DAMPER CONTROL LEVER
PULL DOWN TO CLOSE
PUSH UP TO OPEN
Figure 32 - Damper Operation
OUTSIDE AIR MEChANISM
The outside air handle is located at the right
hand side of fireplace rear refractory (see
Figure 32). Pull to close, push to open. Al-
ways open mechanism when starting a fire.
This provides adequate outside combustion
air. Close mechanism when not in use to
prevent cold air from entering room. Periodi-
cally check your outside air intake vent hood
for any possible obstructions such as snow,
bushes, etc.