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FIGURE 1
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
THIS GAS FIREPLACE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SER- VICED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER to conform with local codes. Installation practices vary from region to region and it is important to know the specifics that apply to your area, for example: in Massachusetts State:
•The fireplace damper must be removed or welded in the open position prior to installation of a fireplace insert or gas log.
•The appliance off valve must be a “T” handle gas cock.
•The flexible connector must not be longer than 36 inches.
•The appliance is not approved for installation in a bedroom or bathroom unless the unit is a direct vent sealed combustion prod uct.
•WARNING: This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter when installed within the commonwealth of Massachusetts.
In absence of local codes, install to the current CAN/CGA - B149 Installation Code in Canada or to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, and NFPA 54 in the United States. Suit- able for mobile home installation if installed in accordance with the current standard CAN/CSA Z240MH Series, for gas equipped mobile homes, in Canada or ANSI Z223.1 and NFPA 54 in the United States.
The fireplace and its individual shutoff valve must be discon- nected from the gas supply piping system during any pres- sure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa). The fireplace must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
When the fireplace is installed directly on carpeting, vinyl tile or other combustible material other than wood flooring, the fireplace shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extend- ing the full width and depth.
The optional heat circulating blower is supplied with a cord. If installed, the junction box must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the current CSA C22.1 CANADIAN ELEC- TRICAL CODE in Canada or the ANSI/NFPA 70 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE in the United States.
Purge all gas lines with the glass door of the fireplace open. Assure that a continuous gas flow is at the burner before closing the door.
Under extreme vent configurations, allow several minutes
Provide adequate ventilation and combustion air. Provide adequate accessibility clearance for servicing and operat- ing the fireplace. Never obstruct the front opening of the fireplace.
Objects placed in front of the fireplace must be kept a minimum of 48" from the front face of the unit.
Minimum clearance to combustible construction from fireplace and vent surfaces:
fireplace framing | - 0" to | |
fireplace finishing | - 5 3/8" to sides, | |
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| 23 3/8" to top of fireplace opening. |
vent pipe | - | 2 inches |
recessed depth | - | 29 inches |
GENERAL INFORMATION
FOR YOUR SATISFACTION, THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN
This fireplace is approved for bathroom, bedroom and bed- sitting room installations and is suitable for mobile home in- stallation. The natural gas model can only be installed in a mobile home that is permanently positioned on its site and fueled with natural gas.
