Optional Gas Line Installation
WARNING: A qualified service person must connect fireplace to 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
The gas pipe is intended for connection to a decorative gas appliance that operates using natural or propane/LP gas only. This appliance must have an automatic shutoff device and must comply with the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliances for Installation in Vented Fireplace, ANSI Z21.60. ONLY UNVENTED GAS LOG SETS WHICH HAVE BEEN FOUND TO COMPLY WITH THE STANDARD FOR UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS, ANSI Z21.11.2, ARE TO BE INSTALLED IN THIS FIREPLACE.
Use only a 1/2" black iron pipe and appropriate fittings.
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 29).
2.Remove gas line cover plate located on rear of fireplace and pull out insulation from gas line conduit sleeve. Save insulation for reuse.
3.Run gas line into the fireplace 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 fireplace chamber for fitting connection (see Figure 30).
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.
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 connectionsandjoints.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.
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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 |
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Figure 29 - Gas Line Knockout | |||
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 30 - Gas Line Installation
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