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CONNECTING
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SUPPLY
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Figure 18 - Removing Branch Support From Fireplace
CONNECTING FIREPLACE TO GAS SUPPLY
Installation Items Needed
• Phillips screwdriver
• sealant (resistant to propane gas, not provided)
1. Remove fireplace screen. Remove two screws that hold fireplace screen in place
for shipping. These screws are located near top of screen. Discard screws. Lift
fireplace screen up and pull out to remove.
2. Remove screws that attach branch support to fireplace (see Figure 18). Care-
fully lift up branch support and remove from fireplace (see Figure 18).
* Purchase the optional A.G.A. design-certified manual shutoff valve from your dealer.
See Accessories, page 29.
A.G.A. Design-Certified Manual Shutoff Valve
With 1/8" NPT Tap*
3" Minimum
From External Regulator
(11" W.C. to 14" W.C.
Pressure)
Approved
Flexible
Gas Line
Tee Joint
Pipe Nipple
Cap
Sediment
Trap
Figure 17 - Gas Connection
3. Route flexible gas line from manual shutoff valve into fireplace through side or rear
access holes in outer casing. Route flexible gas supply line through fireplace access
holes in outer casing.
NOTICE
Most building codes do not permit concealed gas
connections. A flexible gas line is provided to allow
accessibility from the fireplace. The flexible gas
supply line connection to the manual shutoff valve
should be accessible.