Quadra-Fire 5100I-GD-B, 5100I-NL-B warranty Installation Considerations, Outside Air Installation

5100-I ACT WOOD INSERT

4 Installation Considerations

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A. Outside Air Installation

NOTE: If your home is fairly airtight, it is recommend that	6.	Re-connect snap disc & speed control to wiring harness.
you install the outside air that comes standard with the appli-	7. Re-install grille and spring handles in reverse order.
ance. If you are installing into a Mobile Home, outside air is
	8.	Seal around the body of the insert to prevent cold air from
required. NOTE: The fireplace must have an outside air
supply coming into it in order for the insert outside air		coming into the room. Fiberglass insulation may be used
kit to be used.		to close the gap between the panel set and the face of the
The grille assembly must be removed before you can		fireplace.
install the outside air. If you plan on moving the blower
cord to the left side of the appliance, do it now while
the grille is removed to save you time. See page 12 for			CAUTION
detailed instructions.
		Risk of Smoke Spillage
1. Remove the 2 air control spring handles. Figure 11.1.		Outside air inlet must be located to prevent blockage from:
		•	Leaves
2. Remove the grille by removing 2 screws in the center of
		•	Snow or ice
the grille. Figure 11.2		•	Other debris
3. Unplug the snap disc by-pass switch and speed control		• Blockage may cause combustion air starvation
		• Smoke spillage may set off smoke alarms
from the wiring harness. Figure 11.2

4.Remove cover from rear of insert by removing 2 screws.

Figure 11.1

5. Attach the cover to the front of the insert to block room air			WARNING
	from entering through the front grille. Figure 11.2.
			Asphyxiation and Fire Risk
		Cover from rear of insert is	Do not draw outside combustion air from:
			• Wall, floor or ceiling cavity
		secured to front of insert
			• Enclosed space such as an attic or garage
			• Close proximity to exhaust vents or chimneys
			• Fumes or odor may result.

Remove 2 screws
	Blower
	Speed control knob
	Hole for blower cord
Remove both spring handles	Snap disc by-pass switch

Figure 11.2

Figure 11.1

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