Assembly Steps, Installation | Superior UVFC-600, UVFR-600, UVFC-500

	Safe
	Zone	Finished
	8"	Finished
	8"	Wall
	Max.
		3"
		Header
		Spacer
	Combustible
	Mantel
	and Trim
	18"
	Min.
	9"
	Min.
		Fireplace
		Opening
	Canopy

Figure 3

Noncombustible material (minimum re- quirements) with wood mantel or other combustible projections: To install the fire- box with a wood mantel, shelf or other com- bustible projection above firebox opening. Refer to Figure 3.

WARNING: THE CANOPY HOOD MUST BE IN PLACE TO BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE CLEARANCES SPECIFIED IN FIGURE 3. DO NOT REMOVE OR RE- PLACE CANOPY, ONLY USE CANOPY SUPPLIED WITH THE FIREBOX. DO NOT USE ANY CANOPY WHICH MAY BE PROVIDED WITH THE DECORATIVE TYPE UNVENTED ROOM HEATER.

If your mantel profile is unsafe, you may either:

•Raise the mantel to an acceptable height, or

•Remove the mantel.

Floor clearance: These fireplaces may sit directly on a combustible surface.

ASSEMBLY STEPS

Note: Illustrations shown in this manual re- flect “typical” installations with nominal di- mensions and are for design and framing reference only. Actual installations may vary due to individual design preferences. How- ever, always maintain minimum clearances to combustible materials and do not violate any specific installation requirements. Refer to the Framing Specifications Figures on page 8.

Note: The following steps represent the nor- mal sequence of installation. Each installation is unique, however, and might require a differ- ent sequence.

Step 1. Position firebox prior to framing or into prepared framing.

Step 2. Field wire main power supply to circu- lating models for fan kit. (Electrical connec- tions should only be performed by an experi- enced, licensed/certified tradesman.)

Step 3. Plumb gas line. (Gas connections should only be performed by an experienced, licensed/certified tradesman.)

Step 4. Install decorative type unvented room heater per the instructions provided with the unvented room heater.

Step 5. Complete finish wall material, sur- round and optional hearth extension to your individual taste.

INSTALLATION

Gas Line Installation

CAUTION: PLUMBING CONNECTIONS SHOULD ONLY BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED, LI- CENSED PLUMBER. MAIN GAS SUPPLY MUST BE OFF WHEN PLUMBING GAS LINE TO FIRE- PLACE OR PERFORMING SERVICE.

Consult all local codes.

It is recommended that the ¹⁄₂" gas line enter the side of the firebox. Connect the gas line before the firebox is enclosed in the finished wall. The gas knockout is determined by an indentation located at the bottom and slightly off center in the side refractories. THE KNOCK-

OUT IS ALWAYS REMOVED FROM INSIDE THE FIREBOX. If removal is attempted from the outer wrapper, side-refractory damage may occur. With a medium-sized hammer, lightly tap the surface of the indentation. The refractory material is very thin in this area and is easily removed. Once a small hole has been made, continue tapping until you have reached sufficient diameter for the gas line to fit through. The entire knockout does not have to be removed.

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATION NOT TO SCALE.

Install only a ¹⁄₂" (1 ¹⁄₂" max.) inside diameter approved gas line through the firebox wall for connection to the unvented room heater inside the firebox.

Ensure that a sediment trap is installed in the existing gas line, if not, install a sediment trap upstream of the heater to prevent moisture and contaminants from passing through trap to the heater controls and burners. Failure to do so could prevent the heater from operating reli- ably.

An external regulator must be used on all pro- pane (L.P.G.) heaters, in addition to the regula- tor fitted to the heater, to reduce the supply tank pressure to 13" w.c. (maximum). Any copper tubing used to supply propane (L.P.G.) from the tank must be internally tinned.

IMPORTANT: HOLD HEATER REGULATOR WITH A WRENCH TO PREVENT MOVEMENT WHEN CONNECTING TO INLET PIPING.

Check Gas Type: The gas supply must be the same as stated on the heater’s rating plate. If the gas supply is different, DO NOT INSTALL the heater. Contact your dealer for the correct model.

WARNING: CONNECTING DIRECTLY TO AN UNREGULATED PROPANE (L.P.G.) TANK CAN CAUSE AN EXPLOSION.

IMPORTANT: RE-PACK INSULATION MATE- RIAL IN SQUARE HOLE AROUND GAS LINE, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR, TO SEAL.

Consult installation and operating instructions for the model of unvented room heater to be installed.

Checking Gas Connections: Test all gas joints from the gas meter to the gas heater regulator for leaks using soap and water solution after completing connection. DO NOT USE AN OPEN

FLAME.