Desa VMH10TPC - Manual (Page 6)

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ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Always have
screen in place before operating
fireplace. This prevents exces-
sive temperatures on fireplace
surfaces.
WARNING: Failure to posi-
tion the parts in accordance
with these diagrams or failure
to use only parts specifically
approved with this fireplace
may result in property damage
or personal injury.
ASSEMBLING FIREPLACE
Tools Required:
• Phillips screwdriver
• 5/16" hex wrench
• slotted screwdriver
• scissors
1. Remove two screws that hold fireplace screen
in place for shipping. These screws are located
near top of screen. Discard screws. Lift fire-
place screen up and pull out to remove (see
Figure 2). Set screen aside until installation
has been completed.
2. Cut two plastic straps to remove the log from
the firebox cavity.
3. An optional blower is available. See Acces-
sories, page 40. Install optional blower now.
Follow installation instructions provided with
blower. See Installing Optional Blower Acces-
sory GA3450TA on page 14.
Screen
Shoulder
Screw
Figure 3 - Assembling Hood
Sheet Metal
Screws
Louver
Hood
Hood Tabs
Hood Tab
Baffle
Firebox Top
Figure 2 - Removing Screen
4. Locate four black Phillips sheet metal screws
from the hardware packet.
5. Rotate hood as shown in Figure 3. Make sure
hood tabs point toward fireplace.
6. Insert hood tabs between baffle and louvers
(see Figure 3).
7. Gently rotate hood to upright position. Make
sure hood tabs are behind louvers and hood
is resting on firebox top (see Figure 3).
8. Align screw holes on hood with screw holes
on firebox top.
9. Insert screws as shown in Figure 3. Tighten
screws firmly.