Check the inlet pressure to the appliance, to ensure that it is as shown in the table on page 3. The minimum is for the purpose of input adjustment.

The pressure is controlled by the regulator and should be checked at the pressure test point located in the control valve body. Access to the pressure test point is obtained by removing all logs.

The pressure should be checked with the appliance burning and the control set on ‘HIGH’.

The pressure is preset and locked to avoid tampering. If the pressure is not as specified, replace the valve. See Replacement Parts, page 17.

After measuring the pressure, replace the test point plug, ensure there are no leaks, then place the logs in their specified positions.

There is a possibility of odor fade in LP. Never install an LP appliance or service line below grade without a gas detector.

Positioning the Logs

The logs must be positioned on the grate and locating pins as shown in Figures 7-9.

Gas logs must be properly positioned or the appliance will not function properly and may result in soot accu- mulation on the inside of the firebox and/or gas logs.

Make sure there is no flame impingement on the logs which could result in excessive carbon monoxide emis- sions.

WARNING: Failure to position the parts in accor- dance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this heater may result in property damage or personal injury.

Carefully position the logs as shown in Figures 7-9. Make sure each bottom log engages the locator pins on the grate and top logs are properly positioned in notch- es on top of the bottom logs.

Make sure there is no flame impingement on the cross logs which could result in excessive carbon monoxide emissions.

The optional volcanic rock may be applied to the hearth around the burner assembly.

Never place any other material on the burner.

Fireplace Screen

The fireplace screen must be in place when the appli- ance is operating, and unless other provisions for com- bustion air are made, the screen must have openings for the introduction of combustion air.

Clearances

(Refer to Fig. 6, Page 9)

To ensure the safe installation into a masonry or factory built fireplace, the following instructions must be care- fully observed.

1.Sidewall Clearances: The clearance from the inside of the front opening of the fireplace to any combustible wall or mantel should not be less than 4¹⁄”. (Fig. 6a)

2.Ceiling Clearances: The ceiling height should not be less than 42” from the top of the fireplace opening. (Fig. 6a)

3.Mantel Clearances:

WITHOUT HOOD

If no hood is installed then there must be noncombusti- ble material from the top front opening of the fireplace to a height of at least 20” and the full width of the fireplace. A combustible flat mantel shelf can be no closer than

38¹⁄” from the top front of the opening of the fireplace. (Fig. 6b)

WITH HOOD

If a hood is installed there must be noncombustible material from the top front opening of the fireplace to a height of 6³⁄” and the full width of the fireplace. A combustible flat mantel shelf and breastplate may be installed. (Fig. 6c)

Failure to use a noncombustible material above the opening as specified in these instructions may cause damage to the materials used or cause a fire hazard.

4.Grate Clearances: The minimum clearance between the front legs of the grate and front edge of the fireplace is 3¹⁄”. (Fig. 6b)

NOTE: Combustible mantels, surrounds and cabinets should be finished with materials that can withstand 250°F.

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