INSTALLATION
WARNING: Before installing in a solid fuel burn- ing fireplace, the chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned 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 damper before operating appliance.
WARNING: Make sure the selector switch is in the OFF position before installing appliance .
WARNING: Before installing in a solid fuel burn- ing fireplace, the chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned 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.
NOTICE: Installation, service, and repair of this ap- pliance must be performed by a qualified installer, 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.
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Flue Opening Specifications | |
Installation and Clearances |
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Venting Specifications for Installation |
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Installing Damper Clamp |
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INSTALLATION AND CLEARANCES
LOG SIZING REQUIREMENTS | Min. | ||||
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Size | Height | Depth | Width | Width |
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18" | 17" | 14" | 24" | 20" | 8" |
24" | 17" | 14" | 28" | 22" | 8" |
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*Measured at 14" depth
Figure 5 - Sizes & Clearances
CHECK GAS TYPE
Use the correct gas type (natural or propane/LP) for your unit. If your gas supply is not correct, do not instal in fireplace. Call dealer where you bought the appliance for proper type of appliance.
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 damper must be fixed open to provide a minimum of 43 sq. in. of free air opening during operation of this log set. A mul- tipurpose damper clamp is provided to fix the damper in position.
The minimum flue sizes shown in Figure 5 are based on a 6' chimney height using round pipe. Your minimum flue size will vary based on input rate and chimney height. Refer to the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Section 6.6, for details.
FLUE OPENING SPECIFICATIONS
Note: This vented appliance must be installed only in a
The charts in Figure 4 indicate technical information regarding the installation of your gas log set. Please make sure that all of the spec- ifications shown are applicable before installation is attempted.
The fireplace must include a working flue and venting system with the minimum openings shown in the Figure 5.
SPECIFICATIONS (W.C.)
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| 11 | 14 | 10 |
Figure 4 - Technical Information Charts
INSTALLING DAMPER CLAMP
Secure the damper stop clamp provided to the leading edge of the damper as shown in Figure 6. 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.
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Figure 6 - Attaching Damper Clamp
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