Heat & Glo LifeStyle SL-750TV-IPI-E Appliance Preparation, Gas and Electrical Connections

9 Appliance Preparation

A.Installing Outside Air Kit Damper Assem- bly

CAUTION! Risk of Cuts, Abrasions or Flying Debris. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during instal- lation. Sheet metal edges are sharp.

WARNING! Risk of Fire/Asphyxiation. DO NOT draw outside combustion air from:

•Wall, floor or ceiling cavity.

•Enclosed space such as an attic or garage.

•Close proximity to exhaust vents or chimneys. Fumes or odor may result.

•Remove and discard cover plate or knockout from side of appliance.

•Open air kit damper slightly.

•Locate door hinge toward back of appliance (see Figure 9.1).

DOOR

HINGE

HANDLE

Figure 9.1 Damper Assembly and Handle

•Attach damper assembly to appliance using screws provided (see Figure 9.2).

•Insert narrow end of handle through tab and into upper slot of door.

•Check handle operation. Pull handle out to open, and in to close.

Figure 9.2 Outside Air Kit Installation

B. Gas and Electrical Connections

If applicable, ensure that gas and electrical connections are installed at this time. Refer to Sections 11 (Gas Information) and 12 (Electrical Information).

C. Securing and Leveling the Appliance

WARNING! Risk of Fire! Prevent contact with:

•Sagging or loose insulation

•Insulation backing or plastic

•Framing and other combustible materials

Block openings into the chase to prevent entry of blown- in insulation. Make sure insulation and other materials are secured.

DO NOT notch the framing around the appliance standoffs.

Failure to maintain air space clearance may cause overheating and fire.

The diagram shows how to properly position, level, and secure the appliance (see Figure 9.3). Nailing tabs are pro- vided to secure the appliance to the framing members.

•Bend out nailing tabs on each side.

•Place the appliance into position.

•Keep nailing tabs flush with the framing.

•Level the appliance from side to side and front to back.

•Shim the appliance as necessary. It is acceptable to use wood shims underneath the appliance.

•Secure the appliance to the framing by using nails or screws through the nailing tabs.

•Secure the appliance to the floor by inserting two screws through the pilot holes at the bottom of the appliance.

NAILING TABS

BOTH SIDES

Figure 9.3 Proper Positioning, Leveling And Securing Of An Appliance

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