IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Before enclosing the vent pipe assembly, operate the appliance to ensure it is venting properly.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT GLASS FRONT PANEL INSTALLED
•If this appliance is installed directly on carpeting, tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring the appliance shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth of the appliance.
The base referred to above does not mean the fireproof base as used on wood stoves. The protection is for rugs that are extremely thick and light colored tile.
•Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition.
•Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the appliance.
•Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the appliance.
•Adequate accessibility clearances for servicing and proper operation.
•This appliance must not share or be connected to a flue serving a separate
•Keep the area around your appliance clear of combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapor and liquids.
•Under no circumstances should any solid fuels (wood, coal, paper or cardboard etc.) be used in this appliance.
•The flow of combustion and ventilation air must not be obstructed in any way.
• Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located | • Do examine venting system periodically and replace damaged | |
out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies. | parts. | |
• The glass front or any part removed for servicing the appliance | • Do make a periodic visual check of pilot and burners. Clean | |
must be replaced prior to operating the appliance. Work | and replace damaged parts. | |
should be done by a qualified service person. | • CAUTION:The glass used in your fireplace is tempered glass. | |
• Keep burner and control compartment clean. | ||
If the glass is cracked or damaged in any way, it should be | ||
• Vent cap is hot while fireplace is in operation. | replaced only with a complete glass frame assembly from | |
Empire. See parts list on Pages 64 and 65 for ordering. | ||
• Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service | ||
• Do not use this fireplace if any part has been under water. | ||
person. The appliance should be inspected before use | ||
Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the | ||
and at least annually by a qualified service person. More | ||
heater and to replace any part of the control system and any | ||
frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from | ||
gas control which has been under water. | ||
carpeting, bedding materials, etc. It is imperative that control | ||
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compartments, burners and circulating air passageways of | • Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing an appliance | |
the appliance be kept clean. | must be replaced prior to operating the appliance. | |
• Do not put anything around the fireplace that will obstruct |
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the flow of ventilation air. |
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• Clearance in accordance with local installation codes and |
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the requirements of the gas supplier. |
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• Do keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible |
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material, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. |
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