9Appliance Preparation

A. Top Vent

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

ELBOW HEAT SHIELD SHOWN

IN SHIPPING POSITION

Figure 9.1 Elbow Shield Shown as Shipped

If venting with a 90 degree elbow directly off of the top of the appliance, the elbow heat shield must be repositioned as shown in Figure 9.2.

If venting vertically or using a straight section of vertical pipe, remove the elbow heat shield and discard by remov- ing the two screws that secure the elbow heat shield to the top of the fireplace.

For all venting applications, ensure that the pipe gasket is in place before attaching any pipe section. This gasket is shipped in place around the starting collar. See Figure 9.2.

ELBOW HEAT SHIELD

SHOWN AS INSTALLED

PIPE GASKET

Figure 9.2 Elbow Shield Shown Installed

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Heat & Glo LifeStyle XLR-PLUS-PB-AU, XLR-PLUS-N-AU manual Appliance Preparation, Top Vent

XLR-PLUS-N-AU, XLR-PLUS-PB-AU specifications

The Heat & Glo LifeStyle XLR-PLUS-PB-AU and XLR-PLUS-N-AU are modern gas fireplaces designed to provide both comfort and aesthetic appeal to your home. These models exemplify innovative design, advanced technology, and user-friendly features that make them ideal for any living space.

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