2 Getting Started
A. Design and Installation Considerations
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. For assistance or additional information, consult a qualified service technician, service agency or your dealer.
The Carolina Series outdoor gas fireplace is designed for outdoor use and may be installed as a standalone unit or built into an outside wall.
It may be installed in screened porches and lanais that meet these minimum requirements:
•Minimum porch area - 96 square feet
•Minimum ceiling height - 82 in.
•Minimum distance from top of appliance opening to ceiling - 49.5 in.
A minimum of one wall can be screened but must be open to outside ventilation. Minimum requirements are:
•Minimum screen area - 64 square feet
•Minimum screen top height - 80 in.
If this fireplace is to be installed within a wall, you must:
•Provide access to the gas controls.
•Slope outdoor floor (and hearth) away from fireplace.
•Flash the perimeter of the fireplace, corners and the fireplace face in a manner consistent with regional practices as required to prevent water penetration around the fireplace or manage water that may penetrate the fireplace. See Section 3.D. and Figure 3.1 for more information regarding wall and enclosure construction.
The fireplace may be installed on a wood or noncombus- tible deck.
Refer to Sections 3.D. and 3.E. for clearances.
When planning an appliance installation, it is necessary to determine the following information before installing:
•Where the appliance is to be installed:
-Clearance to side walls
-Location of adjacent stairwells
-Doors
-Windows
-Walkways
-Wires
-Possibility of flooding or running water
•Location of gas supply piping
•Electrical wiring requirements
•Framing and finishing details
B. Tools and Supplies Needed
Before beginning the installation be sure that the following tools and building supplies are available.
Reciprocating saw | Framing material |
Pliers | |
Hammer | Gloves |
Phillips screwdriver | Framing square |
Level | Electric drill and bits (1/4 in.) |
3/4 in. wrench | 7/16 in. wrench |
7/8 in. wrench | 1/4 in. nut driver |
Crescent wrench | Pipe sealant |
Plumb line | Safety glasses |
Manometer | Voltmeter |
Tape measure |
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Flat blade screwdriver |
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Caulking material (300ºF minimum continuous exposure
rating)
1/2 - 3/4 inch length, #6 or #8
C. Inspect Appliance and Components
WARNING! Risk of Fire or Explosion! Damaged parts could impair safe operation. DO NOT install damaged, in- complete or substitute components. Keep appliance dry.
•Carefully remove the appliance and components from the packaging.
•Remove screen package from grate, set aside.
•The gas logs are packaged separately and located on top of the firebox along with the lava rock. The installation manual will be found inside the firebox.
•Report any parts damaged in shipment to your dealer.
•Read all of the instructions before starting the installation. Follow these instructions carefully during the installation to ensure maximum safety and benefit.
WARNING! Risk of Fire, Explosion or Electric Shock! DO NOT use this appliance if any part has been under water. Call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and/or gas control which has been under water.
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any responsibility for, and the warranty will be voided by, the following actions:
•Installation and use of any damaged appliance or vent system component.
•Modification of the appliance or vent system.
•Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home Technologies.
•Improper positioning of the gas logs or the glass door.
•Installation and/or use of any component part not approved by Hearth & Home Technologies.
Any such action may cause a fire hazard.
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