Quadra-Fire QV36A-FB owner manual Securing and Leveling the Appliance, Backer

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5.Attach the collar that is included with the Heat-Zone®Gas Kit.

Figure 7.5. Heat-Zone-Gas Collar Installed.

6.Attach the insulated flex that is included in the Heat- Zone® Gas kit with the provided hose clamp.

Figure 7.6. Install Insulated Flex.

7.Close the top of the appliance by bending the four pre- cut tabs back to their original orientation as shown in Figure 7.7.

Figure 7.7. Bend Pre-cut Tabs Down.

C. Securing and Leveling the Appliance

WARNING

Fire Risk.

•Prevent contact with sagging, loose insulation.

•Do NOT install against combustible materials such as exposed insulation, plastic and insulation

backer.

The diagram shows how to properly position, level, and secure the appliance (see Figure 7.8). Nailing tabs are pro- vided to secure the appliance to the framing members.

•Venting - refer to Vent Clearances and Framing (Section 6) for hole location.

•Place the appliance into position.

•Level the appliance from side to side and front to back.

•Shim the appliance as necessary. It is acceptable to use wood shims.

•Bend out nailing tabs on each side.

•Keep nailing tabs flush with the framing.

•Secure the appliance to the framing by using nails or screws through the nailing tabs.

WARNING

Fire Risk.

• ALWAYS maintain specified

clearances around the appliance.

• Do NOT notch into the framing around the appliance spacers.

Failure to keep insulation, framing or other material away from the appliance may cause fire.

COVER PLATES

STEEL BACK

SUPPORT

Figure 7.8 Proper positioning, leveling and securing of an appliance

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Contents Model Expression 36 QV36A-FB What to do if you smell gasHot glass will cause burns Homeowner Reference Information CongratulationsTable of Contents Listing and Code Approvals Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Installation of Carbon Monoxide DetectorsGetting Started Design and Installation ConsiderationsTools and Supplies Needed Inspect Appliance and ComponentsInspect Firebox Selecting Appliance Location Framing and ClearancesModel 41-1/2 17-1/4 45-1/4 QV36A-FBClearances Constructing the Appliance ChaseMantel Projections Fire Risk Odor RiskClearance to Combustibles 17-1/4 41-1/2 32-1/2254 1321 438 1054 825 914 Termination Locations Vent Termination Minimum ClearancesSee .4 for specific clearances Covered Alcove Applications Vent Table Key Vent Information and DiagramsMeasuring Standards Use of ElbowsTop Vent Horizontal Termination One Elbow Two Elbows Vent DiagramsMinimum Maximum 2 ftVT Min HT Max Top Vent Horizontal Termination Three ElbowsMust be installed prior to attaching a 90 elbow Min Max Top Vent Vertical Termination Three ElbowsFeet then the total vent run can be Extended to 40 feetPipe Clearances to Combustibles Vent Clearances and FramingWall Penetration Framing Combustible Wall PenetrationInstalling the Ceiling Firestop Installing Attic ShieldVertical Penetration Framing Removing Non-combustible Facing Mate- rial Assembly  B. Installing the Optional Heat-ZoneGas KitAppliance Preparation Securing and Leveling the Appliance Fire Risk Prevent contact with sagging, loose insulationBacker 10 Complete Installation of Non-combustible Installing Non-combustible Facing MaterialAssembly of Vent Sections Installing Vent PipeAttaching Vent to the Firebox Assembly Assembling Pipe SectionsAssembling DVP-12A Slip Sections Assembling Minimum Installations MI SectionsDisassembly of Vent Sections Securing the Vent Sections Vertical SectionsHorizontal Sections Installing the Horizontal Termination Cap Installing Heat Shield and Horizontal Termination CapHeat Shield Requirements for Horizontal Termination Important Notice Heat shields may not be field constructedInstalling Roof Flashing and Vertical Ter- mination Cap Roof Pitch Min. FtFoot minimum in snow regions Sharp Edges Assembling and Installing Storm CollarFuel Conversions Gas Connection Gas InformationGas Pressures Pressure Natural Gas PropaneHigh Altitude Installations Electrical Information Recommendation for WireQWSK-MLT Wall Switch Kit Introduction Optional Accessories RequirementsInstallation precautions To Replace a Light BulbWiring the wall switch Installation instructions Determine locationFor units with factory installed rocker switch Operating InstructionsWall Switch Button Operation Setting Flame Height/manifold pressureTemperature Button SET Set Temperature ButtonJunction Box Detail Junction Box InstallationFacing Material FinishingFacing Requirements FrontsClean the Appliance Appliance SetupAccessories Ember PlacementPositioning the Logs Log Assembly LOGS-2062LOG #1 SRV2062-701 LOG #2 SRV2062-702LOG #3 SRV2062-703 LOG #4 SRV330-706 LOG #5 SRV330-704LOG #6 SRV340-705 Removing Glass Assembly Glass AssemblyReplacing Glass Assembly Burner Removal Only for ServicingGrilles and Trim Air Shutter SettingBefore Lighting Appliance Operating InstructionsFinal inspection by Lighting Appliance IPI IgnitionFrequently Asked Questions Initial Break-in ProcedureAfter Appliance is Lit Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action TroubleshootingIntelliFire Ignition System Noise, but spark may not be present at pilot hoodCracked, damaged, or loose. Verify connection from sensor Maintaining and Servicing Appliance Inspect Maintenance Tasks Maintenance TasksAppliance Dimension Diagram Reference MaterialsLocation Inches Millimeters DVP-AS2 Vent Components DiagramsDVP vent components Horizontal Termination CapRF6M RF12M Log Set Assembly Service PartsAt Depot Direct Vent Gas FireplaceBe ordered from an authorized dealer #17 Valve AssemblyStocked Service Parts ListLimited Lifetime Warranty Limited Lifetime WarrantyWarranty Conditions Do not Discard this Manual Contact Information

QV36A-FB specifications

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