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INSTALLATION
Fireplace Insert Installation Into
INSTALLATION
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FIREPLACE INSERT INSTALLATION INTO FRAMED-IN ENCLOSURE
Installation of this fireplace insert involves installing fireplace insert into a
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1.Frame in rough opening. Use dimensions shown in Figure 15 for the rough opening.
2.Install and properly ground GA3555,
3.Install gas piping into fireplace location. This installation in- cludes an approved flexible gas line (if allowed by local codes) after the equipment shutoff valve. The flexible gas line must be the last item installed on the gas piping. See Installing Gas Piping to Fireplace Location.
4.Carefully set fireplace insert in front of rough opening with back of insert inside wall opening.
5.Carefully set fireplace insert into rough opening.
6.Attach flexible gas line to gas supply. See Connecting Fire- place Insert to Gas Supply, page 11.
7.Attach fireplace to wall studs using nails or wood screws through holes in nailing flange (see Figure 16).
8.Check all gas connections for leaks. See Checking Gas Con- nections, page 12.
9.Install surround kit. See Installing Surround Kit (GS38 or GS43), pages 7 and 8.
Mantel Clearances for Insert Installation
If there is a mantel above masonry fireplace, you must meet minimum clearance between mantel shelf and top of fireplace opening.
NOTICE: Surface temperatures of adjacent walls and mantels become hot during operation. Walls and mantels above the firebox may become hot to the touch. If installed properly, these temperatures meet the requirements of the national product standard. Follow all minimum clearances shown in this manual.
NOTICE: If your installation does not meet the mini- mum clearances shown, you must do one of the following:
•raise the mantel to an acceptable height
•remove the mantel
INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION
WARNING: A qualified service person must con- nect fireplace Insert to gas supply. Follow all local codes.
CAUTION: For propane/LP gas, never connect heater directly to the propane/LP supply. This heater requires an external regulator (not supplied). Install the external regulator between the heater and pro- pane/LP supply.
Installation Items Needed
Before installing fireplace insert, make sure you have the items listed below.
17 1/4"
26 1/4"
35"
Figure 15 - Rough Opening for Installing in Wall
Nails or 
Wood
Screws
Nailing Flanges
Figure 16 - Attaching Fireplace Insert to Wall Studs
•external regulator (supplied by installer) (propane/LP units only)
•piping (check local codes)
•sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)
•equipment shutoff valve *
•test gauge connection *
•sediment trap
•tee joint
•pipe wrench
•approved flexible gas line with gas connector (if allowed by lo- cal codes) (not provided)
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