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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

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 specifics that apply to your area.

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 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.

Un-vented room heater shall be installed in accordance with 527 CMR 30.00 and 248 CMR 3.00 through 7.00.

Sellers of un-vented propane or natural gas-fired space/room heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy of 527 CMR 30.00 upon the sale of the unit from

http://www.napoleonfireplaces.com/Webshare/installation_manuals/ mass_requirements.pdf

A carbon monoxide detector is required in all rooms containing gas fired appliances.

The installation must conform with Local codes or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/INFPA 54 in the United States or CSA B149.1, Natural and Propane Installation code in Canada.

The fireplace 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 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 combustible mate- rial other than wood flooring, the fireplace shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the full width and depth.

GENERAL INFORMATION

FOR YOUR SATISFACTION, THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN TEST-FIRED TO ASSURE ITS OPERATION AND QUAL- ITY! Maximum input is 40,000 BTU/hr for natural gas and propane. When the fireplace is installed at elevations above 2,000ft, and in the absence of specific recommendations from the local authority having jurisdiction, the certified high altitude input rating shall be reduced at the rate of 4% for each additional 1,000ft.

It is highly recommended to protect the logs from mois- ture (rain, snow). Cover the firebox when not in use.

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.

Use only accessories designed for and

listed with your specific fireplace.

DIMENSIONS

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