Desa RGA 2-72 Installation, Flue Opening Specifications, Check Gas Type, Installing Damper Clamp

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INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION

Flue Opening Specifications Check Gas Type

4 Venting Specifications for Installation Installing Damper Clamp

INSTALLATION

FLUE OPENING SPECIFICATIONSCAUTION: Do not remove the data plates attached to the burner pan. The data plates contain important warranty information.

CHECK GAS TYPE WARNING: Before installing in a solid fuel burning fireplace,thechimneyflueandfireboxmustbecleaned of soot, creosote, ashes and loose paint by a qualified chimney cleaner. Creosote will ignite if highly heated. A dirty chimney flue may create and distribute soot within the house. Inspect chimney flue for damage. If damaged, repair flue before operating heater.

NOTICE: Installation, service, and repair of this appli- ancemustbeperformedbyaqualifiedinstaller,service agency, company or gas supplier experienced with this type of gas appliance. Only factory authorized components listed in these instructions may be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and all codes and requirements of the authority hav- ing jurisdiction. Any modifications to this kit, or use of unauthorized components or accessory items will void the manufacturer’s warranty, and may result in a hazardous condition.

FLUE OPENING SPECIFICATIONS

Note: This vented appliance must be installed only in a solid-fuel burning fi replace with a working fl ue and constructed of noncom- bustible material.

The charts in Figure 2 indicate technical information regarding the installation of your gas log set. Please make sure that all of the specifi cations shown are applicable before installation is at- tempted.

The fi replace must include a working fl ue and venting system with the minimum openings shown in the Figure 2.

CHECK GAS TYPE

Use only natural gas. If your gas supply is not natural gas, you must install ON/OFF Safety Valve/Pilot Kit (see Accessories, page 15). Call dealer where you bought log set.

If the fireplace does not have a gas supply shutoff valve, one must be installed.

VENTING SPECIFICATIONS FOR

INSTALLATION

The fireplace chimney flue and vent must be drafting properly. To check the vent for proper drafting: Light a tightly rolled newspaper on one end and place it at the inside front edge of the fireplace. Ob- serve the smoke and be sure the vent is properly drawing it up the chimney. If the smoke spills out into the room, extinguish the flame and remove any obstruction until proper venting is achieved.

The chimney flue must remain open a minimum of 3" at all times during the operation of this log set.

Model

Burner

 

 

BTU Input

 

 

Minimum Vent

Description

 

(Natural Gas)

 

Opening

 

 

 

LCF18

18" Dual

 

55,000

 

 

 

 

8"

LCF24

24" Dual

 

60,000

 

 

 

 

8"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Minimum Fireplace Dimensions

 

 

Model

 

Front

 

Back

 

Depth

Height

 

Width

 

Width*

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LCF18

 

28"

 

 

18"

 

14"

 

16"

LCF24

 

29.75"

 

17"

 

15.5"

18"

* At depth Indicated

Fuel Inlet Pressure

 

 

Burner Orifi ce Sizing

Specifi cations (W.C.)

 

Log Size

Natural Gas

 

Min.

Max.

 

In.

Num.

 

 

 

 

N.G.

5.5"

10.5"

 

 

 

 

 

 

18"

 

.120

31

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

24"

 

.129

30

Figure 2 - Technical Information Charts

INSTALLING DAMPER CLAMP

Secure the damper stop clamp provided to the leading edge of the damper as shown in Figure 3. If for any reason this clamp doesn't work on your fireplace, another suitable clamp or permanent stop must be installed, or the damper blade must be cut or removed.

Damper Clamp

Damper

Clamp

DamperDamper

Damper

Masonry Fireplace

Manufactured

 

Fireplace

Figure 3 - Attaching Damper Clamp

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Desa RGA 2-72 installation manual Flue Opening Specifications, Check Gas Type, Venting Specifications For Installation