Introduction

Models (V)GL36ST/P and (V)GL36STE/EP are decorative gas appliances that use a millivolt gas control and piezo pilot or an electronic gas control valve with an electronic ignition system respectively. These systems require a 6", B-type venting system for operation.

The 6" B-type vent is not supplied by FMI PRODUCTS,LLC . For installation guidelines, check your B-vent instructions.

WARNING: This gas appliance must not be connected to a chimney flue servicing a solid fuel burning appliance.

Models (V)GL36ST and (V)GL36STE are smooth face units for natural gas only. The (V)GL36STP and (V)GL36STEP are smooth face units for propane/LP gas only. To determine which type of gas your unit is approved and tested for, check the rating plate on the lift-out plate located inside the firebox under the access panel.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Before beginning the installation of your appli- ance, read these instructions through completely.

This appliance and its approved components are safe when installed according to this installation manual and are operated as recommended by FMI PRODUCTS, LLC. Unless you use FMI PRODUCTS,LL approved components tested for this appliance, YOU MAY CAUSE A FIRE

HAZARD!

The FMI PRODUCTS,LLC warranty will be voided by and FMI PRODUCTS,LLC disclaims any responsibility for the following actions :

A) Modification of the appliance or any of

the components manufactured by FMI

PRODUCTS,LLC unless otherwise permitted

by FMI PRODUCTS,LLC.

B) Use of any component part not approved by

FMI PRODUCTS,LLC in combination with

Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.

This appliance complies with ANSI Z21.50 as a Vented Gas Appliance and is listed and tested by the PFS Corporation.

WARNING: Installation of this appliance should be done by a qualified service person well trained in the installation of such appliances. You will also need a building permit from your local Building and Safety Commissioner before installing this appliance; otherwise your insurance company may not cover this appliance.

NOTICE: This appliance is not intended to be used as a primary source of heat.

Selecting Location

To determine the safest and most efficient location for your appliance, you must take into consideration the following guidelines:

1.The location must allow for proper clearances (see Clearances, page 6). Note: This decora- tive appliance is not designed for outdoor installation.

2.The location should be in a place where drafts, air conditioning ducts, windows or doors will not affect fireplace heat output.

3.A location that avoids the cutting of joists or roof rafters will make installation easier. Figure 2 shows a typical two-sided fireplace installation.

IMPORTANT: All fireplace openings must be located at least 3 feet from facing wall or combustible material.

 

this appliance.

C)

Installation and/or operation in a manner other

 

than instructed in this manual.

D)

The burning of anything other than the type of

 

gas approved for use in this gas appliance.

Existing

Side

Wall

Projected Wall

This appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.

The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the current National

4" From Opening to Perpendicular Wall

Figure 2 - Typical Two-Sided FireplaceInstallation 

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