Getting Started
Introducing the Heat-N-Glo Gas Appliances
The information contained in this Installers Guide, unless noted otherwise, applies to all models and gas control systems. Gas appliance diagrams, including the dimensions, are shown in this section.
Pre-install Preparation
This gas insert fireplace and its components are tested and safe when installed in accordance with this Installers Guide. Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment, particularly the condition of the glass. Do not install any unit with damaged, incomplete, or substitute parts.
The vent system components and trim surrounds are shipped in separate packages. The gas logs are packaged separately and must be field installed.
Read all of the instructions before starting the instal- lation. Follow these instructions carefully during the installation to ensure maximum safety and benefit. Failure to follow these instructions will void the own- er’s warranty and may present a fire hazard.
The
•Installation of damaged fireplace or vent system component.
•Modification of the fireplace or direct vent system.
•Installation other than as instructed by
•Improper positioning of the gas logs or the glass door.
•Installation and/or use of any component part not manu- factured and approved by
ANY SUCH ACTION MAY POSSIBLY CAUSE A FIRE HAZARD.
VENTING AND INSTALLATION
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2.Minimum fireplace opening requirements are shown in Figures 1 and 2 of this installation manual. The firebrick (refractory) can be removed from a factory built fireplace in order to gain minimum gas insert opening requirements.
WARNING: Under no circumstances is cutting
!of sheet metal surfaces allowed for installation.
!If the factory built fireplace has no gas ac- cess holes provided, an access hole of 1” di-
ameter (25mm) or less may be drilled through the lower sides or bottom of the combustion chamber in a proper workmanship like manner.
3.To assure top performance, safety and efficiency, inserts must be installed with an approved flue liner as per CAN/ CGA
!WARNING: A HEARTH OR HEARTH EXTEN- SION (IF PRESENT) MUST COMPLY WITH EI-
THER OF THE FOLLOWING: 1) THE
WARNING: THE SOLID FUEL FIREPLACE HAS ! BEEN CONVERTED FOR USE WITH GAS ONLY AND CANNOT BE USED FOR BURNING WOOD OR SOLID FUELS UNLESS ALL ORIGINAL PARTS HAVE BEEN REPLACED AND THE FIRE- PLACE HAS BEEN REAPPROVED BY THE AUTHOR-
ITY HAVING JURISDICTION.
4.The solid fuel fireplace’s flue damper must be fully locked in the open position or removed for installation.
5.The chimney must be cleaned and in good working order and constructed of noncombustible materials.
6.Make sure that all chimney cleanouts fit properly so air cannot leak into the chimney.
7.Install the insert without the trim surround and make all gas, venting, and electrical connections.
WARNING: Modification of any sheetmetal or
!fiber surfaces is strictly PROHIBITED in the installation of this appliance.
Only trim kit(s) supplied by the manufacturer shall be used in the installation of this appliance.
8.Install decorative trim surround. The surround is tested AND approved with this gas insert AND may cover exist- ing air circulation vents or grills on the solid fuel fireplace into which it is installed. Should the surround not cover all ventilation grill surfaces, the grill should be left open.
NOTE: DECORATIVE TRIM SURROUND HAS BEEN TESTED AND APPROVED TO COVER EXISTING AIR CIRCULATION VENTS OR GRILLS.
!WARNING: Only the surround, as supplied, may be used to cover integral grills on the
solid fuel burning fireplace. No other components such as shrouds, sheet metal plates, etc. may be used to seal off vents. Remote grills or openings outside of the surround MUST NOT be covered or sealed.
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