INSTALLATION
WARNING: Read all instruc- tions completely and thoroughly before attempting installation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury, property dam- age or loss of life. Operation of improperly installed and main- tained venting system could result in serious injury, property damage or loss of life.
NOTICE:Failuretofollowthesein- structions will void the warranty.
VENTING INSTALLATION
PRECAUTIONS
Consult local building codes before beginning the installation. The installer must make sure to select the proper vent system for installation. Before installing vent kit, the installer must read this fireplace manual and vent kit instructions.
Only a qualified service person should install venting system. The installer must follow these safety rules:
•Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection
•Use extreme caution when using ladders or when on roof tops
•Be aware of electrical wiring locations in walls and ceilings
The following actions will void the warranty on your venting system:
•Installation of any damaged venting component
•Unauthorized modification of the venting system
•Installation of any component part not manu- factured or approved by DESA
•Installation other than as instructed by these instructions
WARNING: This gas fireplace and vent assembly must be venteddirectlytotheoutside.The venting system must NEVER be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel burning appli- ance. Each gas appliance must use a separate vent system. Do not use common vent systems.
WARNING: Horizontal sec- tions of this vent system require a minimum clearance of 2" from the top of the pipe and 1" mini- mum to the sides and bottom. Vertical sections of this system require a minimum of 1" clear- ance to combustible materials on all sides of the pipe.
VENTING INSTALLATION
1.Install elbow to fireplace collar adapter located on back of the unit at a 45° angle. Slide elbow over collar and twist to lock. Check to insure proper connection (see Figure 6).
2.Continue to install remainder of pipe for desired installation. Make sure each section is
3.When installation of vent pipe is complete, in stall vent termination. Depending on the loca- tion of your fireplace, you will vent vertically or horizontally.
4.Allow 1" of pipe to protrude from internal wall, depending on wall thickness. See Figure 7, page 8.
5.For horizontal installation, an optional siding standoff may be installed between the vent cap and the exterior wall. Secure horizontal vent cap to standoff. Secure standoff/vent cap assembly to wall (see Figure 7, page 8). Do not seal termi- nation to vent pipe. The vent termination must be removable for service pipe inspection.
Female
Locking Lugs
Male
Locking Lugs
Vertical Flue
Restrictor
(For Vertical
Venting
Application)
Figure 6 - Venting Installation
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