Features, Intended use, General safety

1.2 Features

Ignition system:

Standing pilot ignition system with thermopile and thermocouple flame detection and piezo igniter.

Gas control:

Gas control valve type:

Automatic millivolt powered combination convenience and on/off switch. The gas source.

gas control valve with variable flame control for valve does not require electricity from an external

Fan control:

Variable speed control:

For units equipped with a fan control, the knob controls the fan speed in connection with a heat sensitive switch which turns on when the heater reaches operating temperature. Turning the knob counter-clockwise turns it to the “Off” position.

Safety controls:

A safety switch will shut the system down in the event of any one of the following conditions: Incorrectly installed vent system

Blocked vent causing flue spillage

Flow reversal or sustained down draft situation

1.3 Intended use

This appliance is intended to be used as a free standing heater. With the exception of Massachusetts, the GTX-I may be installed in the United States and Canada in a bedroom or mobile home provided that CR89-00 and/or ANSI A225.1/NFPA 501A standards are followed, all required clearances are met, a wall thermostat is installed and where the maximum input is within 50 cubic feet of room volume per 1000 BTU/hr, (i.e.1500 minimum cubic feet) and the stove must be hooked up to a Simpson GS Dura Vent or Security Chimneys International (Secure Vent) 4” x 6 5/8” venting.

1.4 General safety

The appliance must be properly connected to a venting system in accordance with local codes. This unit must not be connected to a chimney or flue serving any other appliance. It is equipped with a safety control system to protect against improper venting of flue products.

WARNING: Operation of this unit when not connected to a properly installed and

maintained venting system may result in carbon monoxide poisoning.

Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person. The appliance should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service technician. Provide adequate clearances around air openings, for combustion and ventilation air, and allow accessibility clearance for servicing and proper operation.