2 Getting Started

A. Design and Installation Considerations

C. Inspect Appliance and Components

Heat & Glo direct vent gas appliances are designed to

 

 

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operate with all combustion air siphoned from outside of

 

 

the building and all exhaust gases expelled to the outside.

 

 

Inspect appliance and components for damage.

No additional outside air source is required.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Damaged parts may impair safe operation.

 

 

CAUTION

 

 

• Do NOT install damaged components.

 

 

 

 

• Do NOT install incomplete components.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Do NOT install substitute components.

 

Check building codes prior to installation.

 

 

Report damaged parts to dealer.

 

• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and

 

 

 

 

national codes and regulations.

Carefully remove the appliance and components from

 

• Consult local building, fire officials or authorities having jurisdic-

 

 

the packaging.

 

tion about restrictions, installation inspection, and permits.

 

 

Remove door and set aside on protective surface. See

 

 

 

 

When planning an appliance installation, it’s necessary to

 

page 44.

Remove log set and component pack from firebox.

determine the following information before installing:

Where the appliance is to be installed.

Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment,

The vent system configuration to be used.

 

particularly the condition of the glass.

Read all of the instructions before starting the insta-

Gas supply piping.

 

 

 

llation. Follow these instructions carefully during the

Electrical wiring.

 

 

 

 

installation to ensure maximum safety and benefit.

Framing and finishing details.

 

 

 

Whether optional accessories—devices such as a fan,

 

 

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wall switch, or remote control—are desired.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any

 

 

 

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responsibility for, and the warranty will be voided

 

 

 

 

 

by, the following actions:

 

Keep appliance dry.

 

Installation and use of any damaged appliance or vent

 

 

 

system component.

 

Mold or rust may cause odors.

 

 

 

 

Modification of the appliance or vent system.

 

Water may damage controls.

 

 

 

Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Technologies.

B. Tools and Supplies Needed

 

• Improper positioning of the gas logs or the glass door.

Before beginning the installation be sure that the following

 

• Installation and/or use of any component part not approved

 

 

by Hearth & Home Technologies.

tools and building supplies are available.

 

 

 

Any such action may cause a fire hazard.

Reciprocating saw

Framing material

 

 

 

 

Pliers

 

Hi temp caulking material

 

 

 

Hammer

 

Gloves

 

 

 

Phillips screwdriver

Framing square

 

 

 

Flat blade screwdriver

Electric drill and bits (1/4 in.)

 

 

 

Plumb line

 

Safety glasses

 

 

 

Level

 

Wrenches

 

 

 

Ratchets/Sockets

Allen Wrench Set

 

 

 

Manometer

 

Voltmeter

 

 

 

Tape measure

 

1/2 - 3/4 inch length, #6 or #8 Self-drilling screws

One 1/4 inch female connection (for optional fan)

Noncorrosive leak check solution or combustible gas detector

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