Installation

Continued

2.Remove screws that attach log base assembly to fireplace (see Figure 23). Carefully lift up log base assembly and remove from fireplace (see Figure 23).

Note: If adding the G8005 series brick liner acces- sory, install it now. Follow instructions in G8005 accessory kit.

CAUTION: Do not pick up log base assembly by burner. This could damage burner. Only handle base by grates.

3.Route gas line (provided by installer) from equipment shutoff valve to fireplace. Route flexible gas supply line through one of the access holes.

NOTICE: Most building codes do not permit concealed gas connections. A flexible gas line is provided to allow accessibility from the fireplace (see Figure 24). The flexible gas supply line con- nection to the equipment shutoff valve should be accessible.

4.Attach the flexible gas line to gas supply (see Figure 24). Check tightness of flexible gas line attached to gas regulator of fireplace (see Figure 24).

5.Check all gas connections for leaks. See

Checking Gas Connections.

Figure 23 - Removing Log Base

Assembly From Fireplace

6.Replace log base assembly back into fireplace. Feed flexible gas line into fireplace base area while replacing log base assembly. Make sure the entire flexible gas line is in fireplace base area. Reattach log base assembly to fireplace with screws removed in step 2.

To Fireplace Gas

Equipment Shutoff Valve

Regulator

Provided by Installer

 

 

Propane/LP

Flexible Gas Line

To External

Regulator

from Fireplace

 

Gas Regulator

Natural Gas

 

To Gas Meter

Figure 24 - Attaching Flexible Gas Lines

Together

CHECKING GAS CONNECTIONS

WARNING:Testallgaspiping and connections, internal and external to unit, for leaks after installing or servicing. Correct all leaks at once.

WARNING: Never use an open flame to check for a leak. Apply a noncorrosive leak detec- tion fluid to all joints. Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct all leaks at once.

CAUTION: Make sure exter- nal regulator has been installed between propane/LPsupply and fireplace. See guidelines under Connecting Fireplace to Gas Supply, page 14.

Pressure Testing Gas Supply Piping System

Test Pressures In Excess Of 1/2 PSIG

(3.5 kPa)

1. Disconnect fireplace with its appliance main gas valve (control valve) and equipment shutoff valve from gas supply piping system. Pressures in excess of 1/2 psig will damage fireplace regulator.

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