Ashley AGVF340, Installation And Operating Manual

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GAS CONNECTION
Check gas type. Use only type of gas indicated on valve rating plate. If type of gas listed on plate is not your
type of gas supply, DO NOT INSTALL. Contact your dealer for proper model. Always use an external regulator
for all LP heaters to reduce supply tank pressure to a maximum of 13” W.C. This is in addition to regulator
furnished with heater.
To ensure a safe installation into a masonry or factory built fireplace, following instructions must be carefully
followed:
1. Sidewall Clearances:
Clearance from side of fireplace opening to any adjacent combustible wall should not be less than:
right side 7”, left side 7”.
2. Ceiling Clearances:
The ceiling height should not be less than 24” from top of fireplace opening.
3. Mantel Clearances:
Clearances from top of heater to mantel or mantel supports should not be less than 20”.
NOTE: See following sections for installation options: Section III, Installation In A Solid-Fuel Burning Fireplace
and Section IV, Installation With Optional Wooden Mantel and Section V, Zero Clearance Installation.
Normal gas connection is 3/8” N.P.T. made at left rear side of appliance (facing front of appliance).
NOTE: The connecting pipe must be internally tinned copper tubing for use with natural gas. Test for leaks
using a solution of soap and water after completing the connection. DO NOT USE OPEN FLAME.
WARNING: ANY CHANGE TO THIS HEATER OR ITS CONTROLS CAN BE DANGEROUS.
WARNING:
CONNECTION DIRECTLY TO AN UNREGULATED LP TANK CAN CAUSE AN EXPLOSION.
INSTALLATION AND CLEARANCES
WARNING: INSTALLATION AND REPAIRS SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON.
APPLIANCE SHOULD BE INSPECTED BEFORE USE AND AT LEAST ANNUALLY BY A PROFESSIONAL
SERVICE PERSON. MORE FREQUENT CLEANING MAY BE REQUIRED DUE TO EXCESSIVE LINT FROM
CARPETING, BEDDING. MATERIAL, ETC. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT CONTROL COMPARTMENTS, BURNERS
AND CIRCULATING AIR PASSAGEWAYS OF APPLIANCE BE KEPT CLEAN.