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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
THIS GAS FIREPLACE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERV- ICED BYA 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 product.
•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 the GE38 to the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or the current CAN/ CGA B149, Installation Codes. Mobile home installation must conform with local codes. In the absence of local codes, install to the current standard for gas equipped mobile housing CAN/CSA Z240 MH Series in Canada or the manufactured home construction and safety standard, Title 24 CFR, part 3280, or the Fire Safety Criteria for manu- factured home installations, Sites and Community Stand- ard ANSI/NFPA 501A in the United States.
The fireplace and its individual shutoff valve must be dis- connected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure 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 extending the full width and depth.
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.
GENERAL INFORMATION
FOR YOUR SATISFACTION, THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN
Maximum output for natural gas is 22,360 BTU/hr at an efficiency of 86% with the fan on, and 22,880 BTU/hr for propane at an efficiency of 88% with the fan on. The maxi- mum A.F.U.E. (annual fuel utilization efficiency) rating is 64% for natural gas and 65% for propane.
Minimum inlet gas supply pressure is 4.5 inches water column for natural gas and 11 inches water column for propane. Maximum inlet gas pressure is 7 inches water column for natural gas and 13 inches water column for propane. Manifold pressure under flow conditions is 3.5 inches water column for natural gas and 10 inches water column for propane.
This fireplace is approved for bathroom, bedroom and bed- sitting room installations and is suitable for mobile home installation. The natural gas model can only be installed in a mobile home that is permanently positioned on its site and fueled with natural gas.
No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is re- quired for the gas system operation.
Expansion / contraction noises during heating up and cooling down cycles are normal and are to be expected.
CARE OF GLASS, AND PLATED PARTS
Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean plated parts. Buff lightly with a clean dry cloth. The GE38 is factory equipped with ceramic glass for both the firebox front and back panels. The glass thickness is 3/16". Use only replacement glass available from your Napoleon dealer. DO NOT SUBSTITUTE MATERIALS. Clean the glass after the first 10 hours of opera- tion with a recommended gas fireplace glass cleaner. There- after clean as required. DO NOT CLEAN GLASS WHEN HOT! If the glass is not kept clean permanent discolouration and /
or blemishes may result.
Use only accessories designed for and listed with
your specific fireplace.
Provide adequate ventilation air. Provide adequate accessibility clearance for servicing and operating the fireplace. Never obstruct the front opening of the fireplace.
For safe and proper operation of the fireplace follow the venting instruction exactly.
Deviation from the minimum vertical vent length can create difficulty in burner
Provide a means for visually checking the vent con- nection to the fireplace after the fireplace is installed.
Vent lengths that pass through unheated spaces (at- tics, garages, crawl spaces) should be insulated with the insulation wrapped in a protective sleeve to minimize condensation.
Objects placed in front of the fireplace must be kept a minimum of 48" away from the front face of the unit.
