INSTALLATION
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INSTALLATION ITEMS
Before installing heater, make sure you have the items listed below.
•for propane/LP gas, external regulator (supplied by installer)
•piping (check local codes)
•sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)
•equipment shutoff valve *
•ground joint union
•sediment trap
•tee joint
•pipe wrench
•test gauge connection*
*A CSA
LOCATING HEATER
WARNING: Maintain the minimum clearances shown in Figure 4. If you can, provide greater clearances from floor, ceiling, and joining wall.
You can locate heater on the floor, away from a wall. A wall mounting bracket is included with this heater. An Optional Base Kit (GA4550) may be purchased to allow the unit to be installed away from a wall (see Accessories, page 23). Determine which method is best for your application.
CEILING
36"
6"Minimum Minimum
From Sides Of Heater
Left | Right |
Side | Side |
2" Minimum To
Top Surface
FLOOROf Carpeting,
Tile Or Other
Combustible
Material
Figure 4 - Mounting Clearances As
Viewed From Front of Heater
WARNING: Never install the heater
•in a bedroom or bathroom
•in a recreational vehicle
•where curtains, furniture, clothing, or other flammable objects are less than 36 inches from the front, top, or sides of the heater
•as a fireplace insert
•in high traffic areas
•in windy or drafty areas
CAUTION: This heater cre- ates warm air currents. These currents move heat to wall sur- faces next to heater. Installing heater next to vinyl or cloth wall coverings or operating heater where impurities (such as, but not limited to, tobacco smoke, aromatic candles, cleaning flu- ids, oil or kerosene lamps, etc.) in the air exist, may discolor walls or cause odors.
IMPORTANT:
7.If high humidity is experienced, a dehumidi- fier may be used to help lower the water vapor content in the air.
CAUTION: If you install the heater in a home garage
•heaterpilotandburnermustbe at least 18 inches above floor
•locate heater where moving vehicle will not hit it
For convenience and efficiency, install heater
•where there is easy access for operation, inspec- tion, and service
•in coldest part of room
An optional fan kit is available from your dealer. See Accessories, page 23. If planning to use fan,
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