Heat & Glo LifeStyle 2137-900 owner manual Getting Started, Tools and Supplies Needed

2 Getting Started

A. Design and Installation Considerations				C. Inspect Appliance and Components
Heat & Glo direct vent gas appliances are designed to						WARNING
operate with all combustion air siphoned from outside of
the building and all exhaust gases expelled to the outside.						Inspect appliance and components for damage.
No additional outside air source is required.
						Damaged parts may impair safe operation.
		CAUTION				• Do NOT install damaged components.
						• Do NOT install incomplete components.
						• Do NOT install substitute components.
	Check building codes prior to installation.					Report damaged parts to dealer.
	• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and
	national codes and regulations.			•	Carefully remove the appliance and components from
	• Consult local building, fire officials or authorities having jurisdic-
					the packaging.
	tion about restrictions, installation inspection, and permits.
				• The vent system components and trim doors are shipped
When planning an appliance installation, it’s necessary to					in separate packages.
				•	The gas logs may be packaged separately and must be
determine the following information before installing:
•	Where the appliance is to be installed.				field installed.
				•	Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment,
•	The vent system configuration to be used.
					particularly the condition of the glass.
•	Gas supply piping.
				•	Read all of the instructions before starting the insta-
•	Electrical wiring.
					llation. Follow these instructions carefully during the
•	Framing and finishing details.				installation to ensure maximum safety and benefit.
•	Whether optional accessories—devices such as a fan,
	wall switch, or remote control—are desired.					WARNING
			WARNING			Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any
						responsibility for, and the warranty will be voided
	Keep appliance dry.					by, the following actions:
					•	Installation and use of any damaged appliance or vent
	•	Mold or rust may cause odors.
						system component.
	•	Water may damage controls.
					•	Modification of the appliance or vent system.
					•	Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
B. Tools and Supplies Needed						Technologies.
Before beginning the installation be sure that the following					• Improper positioning of the gas logs or the glass door.
					• Installation and/or use of any component part not approved
tools and building supplies are available.
						by Hearth & Home Technologies.
Reciprocating saw			Framing material		Any such action may cause a fire hazard.
Pliers			Noncorrosive leak check solution
Hammer			Gloves
Phillips screwdriver			Framing square
Flat blade screwdriver			Electric drill and bits (1/4 in.)
Plumb line			Safety glasses
Level			1/2 - 3/4 inch length, #6 or #8 Self-drilling screws

ManometerVoltmeter

Tape measure

Caulking material (300ºF minimum continuous exposure rating)

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