5.Attach the collar that is included with the Heat-Zone®Gas Kit.

Figure 7.5. Heat-Zone-Gas Collar Installed.

6.Attach the insulated flex that is included in the Heat- Zone® Gas kit with the provided hose clamp.

Figure 7.6. Install Insulated Flex.

7.Close the top of the appliance by bending the four pre- cut tabs back to their original orientation as shown in Figure 7.7.

Figure 7.7. Bend Pre-cut Tabs Down.

C. Securing and Leveling the Appliance

WARNING

Fire Risk.

Prevent contact with sagging, loose insulation.

Do NOT install against combustible materials such as exposed insulation, plastic and insulation

backer.

The diagram shows how to properly position, level, and secure the appliance (see Figure 7.8). Nailing tabs are pro- vided to secure the appliance to the framing members.

Venting - refer to Vent Clearances and Framing (Section 6) for hole location.

Place the appliance into position.

Level the appliance from side to side and front to back.

Shim the appliance as necessary. It is acceptable to use wood shims.

Bend out nailing tabs on each side.

Keep nailing tabs flush with the framing.

Secure the appliance to the framing by using nails or screws through the nailing tabs.

WARNING

Fire Risk.

• ALWAYS maintain specified

clearances around the appliance.

• Do NOT notch into the framing around the appliance spacers.

Failure to keep insulation, framing or other material away from the appliance may cause fire.

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Figure 7.8 Proper positioning, leveling and securing of an appliance

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QV36A-FB specifications

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