IMPORTANT:
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
The FPI Gas Insert must be installed in accord- ance with these instructions. Carefully read all the instructions in this manual first. Consult the building authority having jurisdiction to deter- mine the need for a permit prior to starting the installation.
NOTE: Failure to follow the instructions could cause a malfunction of the heater which could result in death, serious bodily injury, and/or property damage. Failure to follow these in- structions may also void your fire insurance and/or warranty.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
This appliance requires air for proper combus- tion. Always provide adequate combustion and ventilation air. Follow instructions and information in CAN/CGA B149 (in Canada) or the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 (in the USA), regarding requirements for combustion and ventilation air.
SPECIFICATIONS
At pressures over 1/2 psig, the pipe to the unit must be disconnected.
Gas Input Capacity: | |
Natural Gas | 30,000 | Btu/h |
Propane | 30,000 | Btu/h |
Min. Input | | |
Natural Gas | 15,300 | Btu/h |
Propane | 15,000 | Btu/h |
Fuels: Approved for use with both natural gas, and propane. Approved as is for use at 0' to 4,500' (0-1370m).
Electrical: 120V A.C. system.
Circulation Fan: Variable speed, 110 CFM.
Log Set: Ceramic fibre, 7 per set.
Vent System: 3" co-linear aluminum flex.
The efficiency rating of the appliance is a product thermal efficiency rating determined under continuous operating conditions and was determined independent of any installed sys- tem.
GAS PRESSURE
TESTING
The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than
1/2 psig. (3.45 kPa).
INSTALLATION INTO A SOLID FUEL BURNING FIREPLACE OR FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE
The U32-3 Gas Inserts have been tested and approved to be vented into any masonry fire- place or approved solid fuel burning factory built fireplace that will allow the insert to phys- ically fit into the firebox. Refer to page 6 for minimum fireplace clearances.
If the factory built fireplace* height is too low for your Insert, you may remove the smoke baffle plate, damper, refractory (firebricks), glass doors, screen rails, screen mesh and log grates from the factory built fireplace as long as these items are saved and are reinstalled in the event that the Insert is removed.
Smoke shelves, shields and baffles may be removed if attached by mechanical fasteners. If any part is removed it must not weaken the structural integrity of the factory built fireplace.
NOTE: Any alterations made to the listed solid fuel burning factory built fireplace may void the listing of the fireplace.
*Check with your local inspector before com- mencing with this installation.
BEFORE YOU START
Safe installation and operation of this appliance requires common sense, however, we are required by the Canadian Safety Standards and ANSI Standards to make you aware of the following:
General Safety Information
1)The appliance installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes, with CAN/CGA B149 (in Canada) or the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 in the U.S.A. This appliance should be in- stalled by a qualified gas fitter technician only.
2)Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person.
3)The appliance should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, animal hair, etc. It is imperative that control compart- ments, burners and circulating air pas- sageways of the appliance be kept clean.
4)See general construction and assembly instructions. This appliance may only be installed in a vented, noncombustible fire- place.
5)This appliance is Listed for bedroom instal- lations when used with a Listed Millivolt Thermostat. Some areas may have further requirements, check local codes before installation.
6)Always connect this insert to a vent system venting to the outside of the building enve- lope. Never vent to another room or inside a building. Make sure that the vent is properly sized and is of adequate height to provide the proper draft.
7)Inspect the venting system annually for blockage and any signs of deterioration.
8)Any glass removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the appliance.
9)To prevent injury, do not allow anyone who is unfamiliar with the operation to use the fireplace.
10)Due to high temperatures, the appliance should be located out of high traffic areas and away from furniture and draperies. Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures, especially the fireplace glass and gold trims, and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the appliance. Clothing or otherflammablematerialshouldnotbeplaced on or near the appliance.
Emissions from burning wood or gas could contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
INSTALLATION
CHECKLIST
Before installing vent system ensure that the damper plate is open and secure to prevent the damper plate from falling down and crushing the liner.
The FPI Gas Insert is installed as listed below.
