INSTALLATION

pass through the chimney above the appli- ance. Move the appliance into the exact location where it is to be installed. Ensure that the Insert is level.

The Air Intake pipe must be attached to the inlet air collar of the termination cap.

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Note: A noncombustible mantel may be installed at a lower height if the framing is made of metal studs covered with a noncombustible board.

GAS CONNECTION

GAS CONNECTION WARNING: Only persons licensed to work with gas piping may make the necessary gas connections to this appliance.

1)If the appliance is to be installed into an existing chimney system, thoroughly clean the masonry or factory built fireplace.

2)The appliance is provided with an opening on the left hand side of the control compart- ment. A 3/8" NPT gas supply pipe must be brought near this inlet hole.

3)Locate the center point where the vent will

VENTING

THE APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE

CONNECTED TO A

CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING A

SEPARATE SOLID FUEL

BURNINGAPPLIANCE.

This appliance is designed to be attached to two 3" (76mm) co-linear aluminium flex running the full length of the chimney. The flue length must be a minimum length of 8 ' (2.44m) and a maximum of 35' (10.7m). See chart below for minimum distances from roof. Periodically check that the vent is unrestricted.

Masonry chimneys may take various contours which the flexible liner will accommodate. How- ever, keep the flexible liner as straight as possible, avoid unnecessary bending.

The Air Intake pipe must be attached to the inlet air collar of the termination cap.

Part # Description

948-305 3" Flex - 35 ft.

946-529 Co-linear DV Vertical Termination Cap

Alternate Approved Caps

980

Vertical Termination Cap

991

High Wind Cap

923GK

3" Co-linear Adaptor with flashing

In areas of consistently high winds, we recom- mend using the Simpson Dura-Vent System (923GK adapter and 991 high-wind cap).

FLUE LINER

INSTALLATION

1)Cut the flex liner as required.

2)Mark the end of one liner to indicate Inlet.

3)Connect the other end of the above liner to the inlet side of the termination adaptor, seal connection with high temperature silicone. Secure with gear clamp.

4)Connect the 2nd liner to the exhaust side of the adaptor, seal connection with high tem- perature silicone. Secure with gear clamp.

5)Install flashing.

6)Insert both liners into chimney, passing through the damper opening.

7)Install termination cap.

8)Connect the marked end of the liner to the inlet collar of the vent connector plate marked with an "I", seal connection with high temperature silicone. Secure with gear clamp.

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U32-NG3 specifications

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