Optional Gas Line Installation
WARNING: A qualified service person must connect gas supply. Follow all local codes.
NOTICE: Before you proceed, make sure your gas supply is turned off.
A gas line may be installed for the purpose of installing a vented or
1.Remove knockout indentation on refrac- tory or firebrick wall located approximately 2" above the refractory hearth floor. The knockout indentation must be firmly tapped with any solid object such as a 1/2" dowel until it is released. Remove fragmented portions of refractory (see Figure 28).
2.Remove gas line cover plate located on rear of fireplace and pull out insulation from gas line conduit sleeve. Save insula- tion for reuse.
3.Run 1/2" black iron gas line into the firebox through the rear at 11 1/4" from floor and through gas line conduit sleeve (if using a raised platform, add height). Provide sufficient gas line into firebox chamber for fitting connection (see Figure 29).
Note: Secure incoming gas line to wood framing to provide rigidity for threaded end.
4.Repack insulation around gas line and into sleeve opening. Seal any gaps between gas line and refractory knockout hole with refractory cement or commercial furnace cement, Install the gas appliance or cap off gas line if desired.
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Fireplace |
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Gas Line | Remove | Side |
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Conduit | Knockout | 1/2" Dowel |
Insulation |
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Gas |
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Conduit |
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Cover |
| Knockout |
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| Plug |
Figure 28 - Gas Line Knockout
CAUTION: All gas piping and connections must be tested for leaks after the installation is completed. After ensuring that the gas valve is on, apply soap and water solution to all connections and joints. Bubbles forming show a leak. Correct all leaks at once. DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME FOR LEAK TESTING AND DO NOT OPERATE ANYAPPLIANCE IFALEAK IS DETECTED. LEAK TESTING SHOULD BE DONE BYAQUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON.
The gas pipe is intended for connection to an unvented gas log set or a decorative gas appliance.
If using an unvented gas log set, ONLY UNVENTED GAS LOG SETS WHICH HAVE
BEEN FOUND TO COMPLY WITH THE
STANDARDS FOR UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS, ANS/IAS/AGA Z21.11.2, ARE TO BE INSTALLED IN THIS FIREBOX.
If installing a decorative gas appliance, the
decorative gas appliance must comply with
the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliances for Installation in Solid Fuel Burning Fire-
places, ANS
installed in accordance with the National Fuel
Gas code, ANS
Outside of |
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Fireplace |
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Gas | Incoming | Finished | |
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Line | 1/2" Black | ||
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Conduit | Iron Pipe |
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Seal 
Opening
Repack with
Insulation Refractory
Cement
Provide Enough Threaded
End for Fitting Connection
Figure 29 - Gas Line Installation
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