Optional Gas Line Installation
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WARNING: Do not operate an unvented gas log set in this fireplace with the chimney removed.
WARNING: If the fireplace hasbeenusedforwoodburning, the firebox and chimney must be cleaned of soot, creosote and ashes by a qualified chimney cleaner. Creosote will ignite if heavily heated.
WARNING: When using a decorative vented gas log, the damper must be removed or permanently locked in the fully open positionandtheglassdoorsmust be in the fully open position.
Note: An appropriate FMI PRODUCTS, LLC hood (see Replacement and Accessory Parts, page 15) must be installed when using an unvented gas log set.
Operation and Maintenance Guidelines
Glass Doors
To install glass doors, refer to installation instructions that are included with kit. When fireplace is in operation, doors must be fully open or fully closed position only or a fire hazard may be created (see Figure 31).
A fireplace equipped with glass doors operates much differently than a fireplace with an open front. A fireplace with glass doors has a limited amount of air for combustion. Excessive heat within the fireplace can result if too large a fire is built or if combustion air gate is not completely open.
The following tips should be followed to assure that both the fireplace and glass door retain their beauty and function properly.
•Both the flue damper and glass doors must be fully opened before starting fire. This will provide sufficient combustion air and maintain safe temperatures in firebox.
•The glass must be allowed to warm slowly and evenly. The tempered glass will with- stand a gradual temperature rise to 550° F, which is more than a normal fire will gener- ate. Such materials as pitch/wax laden logs, very dry mill end lumber and large amounts of paper or cardboard boxes. Always keep the fire well back from the doors and never allow flames to contact the glass.
WARNING: Fireplaces equipped with glass doors should be operated only with doors fully opened or doors fully closed. Doors, if left partly open, may draw gas and flame out of the fireplace opening creating risks of both fire and smoke.
Doors Fully Closed
Fireplace Front
Fireplace Front
Doors
Fully Opened
Figure 31 -
Cleaning Glass
Clean glass with any commercial glass cleaner or soap and water. Do not use any abrasive material to clean glass. Do not clean glass with any cool water if glass is still hot from the fire. To remove doors, refer to instructions included with glass door kit.
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