UNVENTED (VENT-FREE)
NATURAL GAS LOG HEATER
ALSO DESIGN-CERTIFIED AS A VENTED DECORATIVE APPLIANCE
OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
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WARNING: If the information in this
manual is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• 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,
call the fire department.
— Installation and service must be per-
formed by a qualified installer, service
agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjust-
ment, alteration, service, or maintenance
can cause injury or property damage.
Refer to this manual for correct installa-
tion and operational procedures. For
assistance or additional information
consult a qualified installer, service
agency, or the gas supplier.
WARNING: This is an unvented gas-fired heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in
which it is installed. Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air must be
provided. Refer to
Air for Combustion and Ventilation
section on page 4 of this manual.
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"A" Model
18", 24", and 30"
Remote-Ready
DESA INTERNATIONAL
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by
state or local codes.
* Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer
WARNING: This appliance is for in-
stallation only in a solid-fuel burning
masonry or UL127 factory-built fire-
place, or in an approved ventless fire-
box. It is design-certified for these in-
stallations in accordance with ANS
Z21.11.2. Exception: Do not install this
appliance in a factory-built fireplace
that includes instructions stating it has
not been tested or should not be used
with unvented gas logs.