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Vanguard SBJ18VNA Owner's Manual

Manual is about: unvented (vent-free)

Summary of SBJ18VNA

  • Page 1

    Unvented (vent-free) gas log heater owner’s operation and installation manual models sbj18vna, sbj18vpa sbj24vna and sbj24vpa vent-free models also design-certified as vented decorative appliances models sma18vna, sma18vpa sma24vna and sma24vpa for more information, visit www.Desatech.Com warning: i...

  • Page 2: Safety

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 2 safety warning: improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property dam- age. Refer to this manual for correct installation and operational proce- dures. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified in- stal...

  • Page 3: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning.

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 3 important: read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to assemble, operate or service this log set. Improper use of this log set can cause seri- ous injury or death from burns, fire, explosion, electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning. Danger:...

  • Page 4: Mable Vapors and Liquids.

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 4 keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible ma- terials, gasoline and other flam- mable vapors and liquids. Solid fuels shall not be burned in a fireplace in which an unvented room heater installed. Children and adults should be alerted to the hazard of high...

  • Page 5: Product Identification

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 5 product identification figure 1 - product identification log set chassis assembly local codes piezo ignitor control knob flame adjustment knob install and use the heater with care. Follow all local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the latest edition of the nati...

  • Page 6: Product Features

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 6 product features operation this heater is clean burning. It requires no outside venting. There is no heat loss out a vent or up a chimney. Heat is generated by both realistic flames and glowing coals. This heater is designed for vent-free operation with flue damper clos...

  • Page 7

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 7 confined and unconfined space the national fuel gas code, ansi z223.1/ nfpa 54 defines a confined space as a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 btu/hr (4.8 m 3 per kw) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space and an un...

  • Page 8: Or Applicable Local Codes.

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 8 warning: if the area in which the heater may be operated does not meet the required volume for indoor combustion air, combus- tion and ventilation air shall be provided by one of the methods described in the national fuel gas code, ansi z223.1/nfpa 54, the international...

  • Page 9: Installation

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 9 installation notice: this heater is intended for use as supplemental heat. Use this heater along with your primary heating system. Do not install this heater as your primary heating source. If you have a central heating system, you may run system's circulating blower wh...

  • Page 10: Permitted.

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 10 check gas type use the correct gas type (natural or propane/ lp) for your unit. If your gas supply is not correct, do not install in fireplace. Call dealer where you bought the appliance for proper type of appliance. Warning: this appliance is equipped for either natur...

  • Page 11: Installation

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 11 if using mantel you must have noncombustible material(s) above the fireplace opening. Noncombus- tible materials (such as slate, marble, tile, etc.) must be at least 1/2" thick. With sheet metal, you must have noncombustible ma- terial behind it. Noncombustible materia...

  • Page 12: Installation

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 12 installation continued notice: surface temperatures of adjacent walls and mantels become hot during operation. Walls and mantels above the firebox may become hot to the touch. If installed properly, these temperatures meet the requirement of the national product standa...

  • Page 13: Installation

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 13 installation continued valve bracket open. Installation instructions are included with clamp accessory. See chart below for minimum permanent flue opening you must provide. Attach damper clamp so the minimum permanent flue open- ing will be maintained at all times. Are...

  • Page 14: Installation

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 14 installation continued connecting to gas supply warning: this appliance requires a 3/8" npt (national pipe thread) inlet connection to the control valve. Warning: a qualified service person must connect heater to gas supply. Follow all local codes. Caution: never conne...

  • Page 15: Petroleum (Lp) Gas.

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 15 installation must include an equipment shutoff valve, union and plugged 1/8" npt tap. Locate npt tap within reach for test gauge hook up. Npt tap must be upstream from heater (see figure 14, page 14). Important: install equipment shutoff valve in an accessible location...

  • Page 16: Installation

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 16 3. Check all joints from gas meter to equip- ment shutoff valve for natural gas or propane/lp supply to equipment shutoff valve for propane/lp (see figure 16 or 17). Apply noncorrosive leak detection fluid to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak. 4. Correct all leak...

  • Page 17: Warning

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 17 lighting instructions warning • if fireplace has glass doors, never operate this heater with glass doors closed. If you oper- ate heater with doors closed, heat buildup inside fireplace will cause glass to burst. Also if fireplace opening has vents at the bottom, you m...

  • Page 18: Equipment Shutoff Valve.

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 18 11. Set flame adjustment knob to any level between hi and lo. 12. To leave pilot lit and shut off burners only: turn control knob clockwise to the pilot position, or use remote control manual off button, or set selector switch in the off position. Caution: do not try t...

  • Page 19: Operation

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 19 figure 21 - on/off hand-held remote control unit control button indicator light thermostat series (model hrc200) the hand-held remote can be operated using either the manual mode (manu) or thermo- static mode (auto) (see figure 22). To select fahrenheit/centigrade mode...

  • Page 20: Wiring Diagram

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 20 if burner flame pattern is incorrect, as shown in figure 26 • turn heater off (see to turn off gas to ap- pliance, page 18) • see troubleshooting, page 22 the flames from the burner travel horizontally through the log set and emerge at the middle and rear of the set ag...

  • Page 21: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 21 cleaning and maintenance figure 28 - injector holder on outlet burner tube burner tube injector holder injector primary air inlet opening (at bottom) ports/ slots figure 29 - pilot inlet air hole (your pilot may vary from pilots shown) pilot assembly pilot air inlet ho...

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 22 troubleshooting warning: turn off and unplug 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. Note: all troubl...

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 23 possible cause 1. Control knob not fully pressed in 2. Control knob not pressed in long enough 3. Safety interlock system has been triggered 4. Equipment shutoff valve not fully open 5. Pilot flame not touching thermocouple, which allows thermocouple to cool, caus- ing...

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 24 possible cause 1. Not enough air 2. Gas regulator defective 3. Control valve defective 1. Residues from manufac- turing processes and logs curing 1. Turning control knob to hi position when burner is cold 2. Air in gas line 3. Air passageways on heater blocked 4. Dirty...

  • Page 25: Warning: If You Smell Gas

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 25 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. Fol- low the gas supplier’s instructions. • ...

  • Page 26: Specifications

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 26 specifications replacement parts usually, we will ask you to return the part to the factory. Parts not under warranty contact authorized dealers of this product. If they can’t supply original replacement part(s), call desa heating, llc at 1-866-672-6040 for referral in...

  • Page 27: Accessories

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 27 accessories fireplace hood black - ga6050, brass - ga6052 antique brass - ga6053 for all models. Helps deflect heat away from mantel or wall above fireplace. Fits openings 28" to 48" wide. Receiver and hand-held thermostat remote control kit - hrc200 for all models. Al...

  • Page 28: Parts

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 28 parts models sma18vna, sma18vpa, sbj18vna (shown) and sbj18pna 7 18 3 2 9 4 2 1 6 8 5 21 22 10 11 19 12 13 16 10 14 15 20 17 24 25 23.

  • Page 29: Parts

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 29 parts this list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under replacement parts on page 26 of this manual. Key no. Part no. Description qty. 1 ** grate assembly • • • • 1 2 111800-01 screw • • • • 11 3 114742-...

  • Page 30: Parts

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 30 parts models sma24vna (shown), sma24vpa, sbj24vna and sbj24vpa 1 4 22 21 5 3 6 9 11 2 12 7 13 16 18 8 10 19 14 15 20 17 24 23.

  • Page 31: Parts

    Www.Desatech.Com 114744-01f 31 parts this list contains replaceable parts used in your heater. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under replacement parts on page 26 of this manual. Key no. Part no. Description qty. 1 ** grate assembly • • • • 1 2 111800-01 screw • • • • 11 3 114743-...

  • Page 32: Warranty

    114744 01 not a upc 114744-01 rev. F 09/08 desa heating, llc 2701 industrial drive bowling green, ky 42101 www.Desatech.Com 1-866-672-6040 warranty keep this warranty desa heating, llc limited warranties new products standard warranty: desa heating, llc warrants this new product and any parts thereo...