9 Appliance Preparation

 

A. Install Outside Air Kit Damper Assembly

C. Secure and Level the Appliance

 

 

 

CAUTION! Risk of Cuts/Abrasions/Flying Debris.

WARNING! Risk of Fire! Prevent contact with:

Wear protective gloves and safety glasses during installa-

• Sagging or loose insulation

tion. Sheet metal edges are sharp.

WARNING! Risk of Fire/Asphyxiation. DO NOT draw out-

• Insulation backing or plastic

• Framing and other combustible materials

side combustion air from:

 

Block openings into the chase to prevent entry of blown-in

 

 

 

• Wall, floor or ceiling cavity.

insulation. Make sure insulation and other materials are

• Enclosed space such as an attic or garage.

secured.

• Close proximity to exhaust vents or chimneys.

DO NOT notch the framing around the appliance

Fumes or odor may result.

 

 

standoffs.

• The outside air kit can only be installed on the left side

Failure to maintain air space clearance may cause

of the appliance.

 

 

overheating and fire.

• Refer to the installation instructions provided with the

 

kit.

 

 

The diagram shows how to properly position, level, and

 

 

 

secure the appliance (see Figure 9.2). Nailing tabs are

 

 

 

provided to secure the appliance to the framing members.

 

 

 

• Bend out nailing tabs on each side.

 

 

 

• Place the appliance into position.

 

Flexible Duct

 

• Keep nailing tabs flush with the framing.

 

(not supplied)

 

• 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.

 

 

Outside Air

• Secure the appliance to the framing by using nails or

 

 

screws through the nailing tabs.

Outside Air

 

Plate

 

Assembly

• Secure the appliance to the floor by inserting two screws

Hood

2 Wire Ties

 

 

 

through the bottom front of the appliance.

• Hearth & Home Technologies Inc recommends using

 

 

UL181 Class 0 or Class I rigid or flexible ducting.

 

 

• Secure flex duct with metal tape, screws or wire ties.

 

 

Figure 9.1 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 Infor-

Nailing Tabs

 

mation) and 12 (Electrical Information).

 

 

(both sides)

 

 

Figure 9.2 Proper Positioning and Securing of Appliance

 

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