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PLANNING INSTALLATION
Installing the Hood
a stainless steel hood is furnished with each outdoor firebox. The
hood MUsT be installed before the firebox is used. Failure to do
so may create a possible fire hazard.
Finishing
Hearth extensions are recommended, not a requirement for these
gas fireboxes.
Figure 6
Cleaning Instructions
This appliance is built using mostly high-grade stainless steel to
resist rust-through. In outdoor applications, all stainless steel will
develop a dull patina and, depending on the local environment
and on the materials used in the installation, may develop some
surface oxidation (rust). This does not affect the performance of
the firebox, and does not require any action to correct. If you pre
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fer keeping your firebox front looking factory-fresh, clean it as re
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quired with stainless steel cleaner.
When installation application includes highly acidic applications
such as mortar or stone etching, do not remove the protective PVC
film from the stainless steel until after this application is complete.
once the film has been removed we recommend that the appli
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ance be cleaned with a stainless steel cleaner immediately.
FIREBOX FRAMING AND INSTALLATION
Locate the three metal framing studs:
SIDE
TOP
OP32FB
Two - 42” Stud
One - 36-5/8” Top Stud
OP36FB
Two - 42” Stud
One - 44-5/8” Top Stud
OP42FB
Two - 42” Stud
One - 45-5/8” Top Stud
1. Secure the metal studs to the frame using six #10 pan-head
screws as shown in Figure 7. The channel of the studs
should face as shown in Figure 7.
Figure 7
Note:
If using a drain tray, verify framing height using the drain
tray.
2. Install flanges on side of firebox as shown using holes on
side of firebox. see Figure 8. The middle pair of holes if for
the 1/2 inch non-combustible board provided with the unit.
Figure 8
3. Locate the middle bracket. Loosen the screw in the middle
top of the firebox. slide the bracket under the screw as
shown in Figure 10. Tighten the hex-head screws on the
firebox secure a pan-head screw through the middle bracket
and into the top stud.