GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
ANY CHANGE TO THIS HEATER OR ITS CON- TROLS CAN BE DANGEROUS AND IS PROHIB- ITED.
THIS GAS FIREPLACE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER to conform with local codes. Installation practices vary from region to region and it is important to know the specifi cs that apply to your area, for example: in Massachusetts State:
•The appliance off valve must be a “T” handle gas cock.
•The fl exible 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 fi tter when installed within the commonwealth of Massachusetts.
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•Sellers of
of 527 CMR 30.00 upon the sale of the unit from http://www.napoleonfi replaces.com/Webshare/installation_
manuals/mass_requirements.pdf
In absence of local codes, install the GVFS20 to the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 Installation Code which can be obtained from:
American Nation Standards Institute Inc.
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
or
National Fire Protection Association Inc.
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
The fi replace and its individual shutoff valve must be discon- nected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of ½ 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 ½ psig (3.5 kPa).
The stove, when installed with a blower, must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the current ANSI/NFPA 70 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE. The blower power cord must be connected into a properly grounded receptacle. The grounding prong must not be removed from the cord plug.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
FOR YOUR SATISFACTION, THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN
This heater must not be installed in a bedroom or bath- room.
This fireplace is only for use with the type of gas indi- cated on the rating plate. This fireplace is not convertible
for use with other gases, unless a certified kit is used.
Minimum inlet gas supply pressure is 4.5 inches water col- umn 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.
No external electricity (110 volts or 24 volts) is required for the gas system operation. Expansion / contraction noises during heating up and cooling down cycles are normal and are to be expected.
This heater is equipped with a pilot light safety system referred to as an OXYGEN DEPLETION SENSOR and is designed to turn off the heater if not enough fresh air is available.
Use only accessories designed for and listed
with your specific fireplace.
MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION
Suitable for mobile home installation where the mobile home has been permanently placed on its site.
This fireplace may be installed in an aftermarket permanently located, manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by local codes.
For mobile home installations, the fi replace must be fastened in place. It is recommended that the fi re- place be secured in all installations. Use the levelling / securing kit,
