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Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation
If placing mantel above built-in fireplace, you must meet minimum clearance between mantel
shelf and top of fireplace opening.
If your installation does not meet the above minimum clearances, you must:
•
raise the mantel to an acceptable height, OR
•
remove the mantel.
Distances to
Underside of
Mantel
Underside of
Mantel Shelf
20"
24
1/2
"
27
1/2
"
30"
All minimum
distances are
in inches
Top of
Fireplace
Opening
2
1
/2
"
6"
8"
10"
Figure 16 - Minimum Mantel Clearances for Built-In Installation
Mantel Shelf
INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE LOCATION
Installation Items Needed
Before installing fireplace, make sure you have the items listed below.
• piping (check local codes)
• sealant (resistant to LP/propane gas)
• manual shutoff valve *
• test gauge connection *
• sediment trap
• tee joint
• pipe wrench
• approved flexible gas line with gas
connector (if allowed by local
codes) (not provided
)
NOTICE
A qualified service person must connect fireplace to gas supply. Follow all local
codes.
* An A.G.A. design-certified manual shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable
alternative to test gauge connection. Purchase the optional A.G.A. design-certified manual
shutoff valve from your dealer. See Accessories, page 34.
WARNING ICON
G 001
CAUTION
Never connect heater directly to the propane supply. This heater requires an
external regulator (not supplied). Install the external regulator between the heater
and propane supply.
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