Figure 7.6 Remove the insulation from the outer vent pipe. For rear venting there is no insulation in the outer vent pipe.
Figure 7.7 To attach the first section of vent pipe, make sure to use the fiberglass gasket in the manual bag to seal between the first vent component and the outer fireplace wrap. Use 2 self tapping screws to secure the gasket to the outer wrap.
Secure the first section of venting to the fireplace by screw- ing through the two straps left over from cutting the seal cap strap in step 2.
Note: Once appliance is setup for top or rear venting, it CANNOT be changed at a later time.
B. Installing the Non-combustible Board
The factory supplied
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Figure 7.8
C. Securing and Leveling the Appliance
WARNING
Fire Risk.
•Prevent contact with sagging, loose insulation.
•Do NOT install against combustible materials such as exposed insulation, plastic and insulation
backer.
The diagram shows how to properly position, level, and secure the appliance (see Figure 7.9). Nailing tabs are pro- vided to secure the appliance to the framing members.
•Venting - refer to Vent Clearances and Framing (Section
6)for hole location.
•Place the appliance into position.
•Level the appliance from side to side and front to back.
•Shim the appliance as necessary. It is acceptable to use wood shims.
•Bend out nailing tabs on each side.
•Keep nailing tabs flush with the framing.
•Secure the appliance to the framing by using nails or screws through the nailing tabs.
Note: Once appliance is setup for top or rear venting, it CANNOT be changed at a later time.
NAILING TABS (BOTH SIDES)
Figure 7.11 Proper positioning, leveling and securing of an appliance
WARNING
Fire Risk.
• ALWAYS maintain specified
clearances around the appliance.
• Do NOT notch into the framing around the appliance spacers.
Failure to keep insulation, framing or other material away from the appliance may cause fire.
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