INSTALLATION
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CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY
BACK STOVE PANEL
BACK VIEW
Installation must include an equipment shutoff valve, union, and plugged 1/8" NPT tap. Locate NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up. NPT tap must be upstream from heater (See Figure 18, BVFB series).
IMPORTANT: Install equipment shutoff valve in an accessible location. The equipment shutoff valve is for turning on or shutting off the gas to the appliance.
Installation Items Needed
Before installing heater, make sure you have the items listed below:
•piping (check local codes)
•sealant (resistant to LP gas)
•equipment shutoff valve
•tests gauge connection
•sediment trap
•tee joint
•pipe wrench
SIDE VIEW
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Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads. This will prevent excess sealant from going into pipe. Excess sealant in pipe could result in clogged heater valves.
A CSA/AGA |
ment shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap is |
an acceptable alternative to test gauge |
connection. Purchase the optional CSA/ |
FIGURE 17 - GAS REGULATOR LOCATION AND GAS LINE ACCESS INTO STOVE CABINET
AGA |
shutoff valve from your dealer. See |
Accessories, page 23. |
The gas inlet connection for the stove heater is located on the lower right- hand side when viewed from the front of the unit. The gas connection can be made either through the bottom right side or through the lower back opening as illustrated in Figure 17. Make sure gas log heater is secured to the stove cavity assembly.
Approved Flexible Gas Hose (if allowed by local codes)
Gas Control
CSA/AGA Design- | From Gas Meter |
Certified Equipment | (5” W.C.**to 10.5” |
Shutoff Valve With | W.C. Pressure) |
1/8” NPT Tap |
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Tee Joint
Pipe Nipple
Cap
3” Minimum
Sediment
Trap
FIGURE 18 - GAS CONNECTION
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