Vanguard FBST manual Safety Information

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Safety Information

IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely beforetryingtoassemble,operate or service this firebox. Improper use of this firebox can cause se- rious injury or death from burns, fire,explosion,electricalshockor carbon monoxide poisoning.

CAUTION: Carefully review the instructions supplied with the decorative type unvented room heater for the minimum firebox size requirement. Do not install the appliance in this fire- box unless this firebox meets the minimum dimensions required for the installation.

WARNING: Any change to this firebox or its controls can be dangerous.

WARNING:Donotuseablow- er insert, heat exchanger insert or other accessory not approved for use with this firebox.

Do not allow fans to blow directly into the firebox.Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Ceiling fans can create drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Altered burner patterns can cause sooting.

Firebox front and screen be- comes very hot when running firebox.Keepchildrenandadults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Fire- box will remain hot for a time after shutdown. Allow surfaces to cool before touching.

Carefully supervise young chil- dren when they are in the room with firebox.

You must operate this fireplace with the provided fireplace screen, hood and brick liner in place. Make sure these parts are in place and screens are closed before running firebox. The supplied hoods may not be replaced with hoods which may be provided with a log heater.

Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible ma- terials, gasoline and other flam- mable vapors and liquids.

1.This firebox shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom.

2.Never install the firebox

in a recreational vehicle

where curtains, furniture, clothing or other flammable objects are less than 42" from the front, top or sides of the firebox

in high traffic areas

in windy or drafty areas

3.Do not use this firebox as a wood-burning fireplace. Use only decorative unvented room heaters (log sets).

4.Do not add extra logs or ornaments such as pine cones, vermiculite or rock wool. Using these added items can cause sooting.

5.Use only the provided hoods or appropriate polished brass hood accessories. See Acces- sories on page 18.

6.Vent-free gas log heaters installed in this firebox require fresh air ventilation to run properly. See Air for Combustion and Ventilation, page 5.

7.Do not run firebox

where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored

under dusty conditions

8.Do not use this firebox to cook food or burn paper or other objects.

9.Never place any objects in firebox or on logs.

10.Turn firebox off and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair firebox.

11.Operating vent-free logs in a firebox above eleva- tions of 4,500 feet could cause pilot outage.

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Contents Model Fbst For Your SafetyTable of Contents Safety Information Unpacking Product FeaturesProduct Specifications Local CodesUnusually Tight Construction Locating FireboxAir for combustion Ventilation PlanningDetermining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space AIR for Combustion VentilationDetermining FRESH-AIR Flow for Firebox Location Confined and Unconfined SpaceVentilation Air Ventilation Air From Inside BuildingVentilation Air From Outdoors Minimum Wall and Ceiling Clearances InstallationInstallation Built-In Firebox InstallationMantel Clearances for Built-In Installation Framing for Built-In Firebox Installation Location of Knockouts for Gas Line Installing gas lineGas supply testing Hard-wiring FireboxElectrical Installation Removing Lower Door Panel Optional Blower Assembly InstallationReceptacle Heat Deflective Hood installationParts Not Under Warranty Operating Guidelines Maintenance InstructionsReplacement Parts Parts Under WarrantyIllustrated Parts Breakdown Parts List Accessories Technical Service105116-01D Keep this Warranty Warranty Information