Hearth and Home Technologies PALOMA-BZ, PALOMA-GR 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.
				•	Remove door and set aside on protective surface. See
When planning an appliance installation, it’s necessary to					page 44.
				•	Remove log set and component pack from firebox.
determine the following information before installing:
•	Where the appliance is to be installed.			•	Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment,
•	The vent system configuration to be used.				particularly the condition of the glass.
				•	Read all of the instructions before starting the insta-
•	Gas supply piping.
					llation. Follow these instructions carefully during the
•	Electrical wiring.
					installation to ensure maximum safety and benefit.
•	Framing and finishing details.
•	Whether optional accessories—devices such as a fan,					WARNING
	wall switch, or remote control—are desired.
						Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any
			WARNING			responsibility for, and the warranty will be voided
						by, the following actions:
	Keep appliance dry.				•	Installation and use of any damaged appliance or vent
						system component.
	•	Mold or rust may cause odors.
					•	Modification of the appliance or vent system.
	•	Water may damage controls.
					•	Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
						Technologies.
B. Tools and Supplies Needed					• Improper positioning of the gas logs or the glass door.
Before beginning the installation be sure that the following					• Installation and/or use of any component part not approved
						by Hearth & Home Technologies.
tools and building supplies are available.
					Any such action may cause a fire hazard.
Reciprocating saw			Framing material
Pliers			Hi temp caulking material
Hammer			Gloves
Phillips screwdriver			Framing square
Flat blade screwdriver			Electric drill and bits (1/4 in.)
Plumb line			Safety glasses
Level			Wrenches
Ratchets/Sockets			Allen Wrench Set
Manometer			Voltmeter
Tape measure			1/2 - 3/4 inch length, #6 or #8 Self-drilling screws

One 1/4 inch female connection (for optional fan)

Noncorrosive leak check solution or combustible gas detector

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