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Qualified Installing Agency
Installation and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equip-
ment or accessories and repair and servicing of equipment shall be
performed only by a qualified agency. The term “qualified agen-
cy” mean any individual, firm, corporation or company which
either in person or through a representative is engaged in and is
responsible for (a) the installation or replacement of gas piping or
(b) the connection, installation, repair or servicing of equipment,
who is experienced in such work, familiar with all precautions re-
quired and has complied with all the requirements of the authority
having jurisdiction.
The installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence
of local codes, the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA
54 or Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1.
* Available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc.,
11 West 42nd St., New York, NY 10036.
A manufactured home (USA only) or mobile home OEM instal-
lation must conform with the Manufactured Home Construction
and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280, or, when such a
standard is not applicable, the Standard for Manufactured Home
Installations, ANSIZ225.1, or Standard for Gas Equipped Recre-
ational Vehicles and Mobile Housing, CSA Z240.0.
High Altitudes
For altitudes/elevations above 2,000 feet (610 m), input ratings
should be reduced at the rate of 4 percent for each 1,000 feet (305
m) above sea level, this may be accomplished by reducing mani-
fold pressure. The maximum allowable reduction in manifold
pressure for Natural gas shall be from 3.5” w.c. (.872 kPa) to 2.8”
w.c. (.697 kPa). The maximum allowable reduction in manifold
pressure for Propane (LP) gas shall be from 10.0” w.c. (2.49 kPa)
to 8.0” w.c. (1.99 kPa). For Canadian high altitude applications,
this appliance is suitable for installation at elevations between 0
feet (0 m) and 4,500 feet (1,372 m) without change.
Canada:
This appliance is NOT to be installed in Canada.
Introduction
Always consult your local Building Department regarding regu-
lations, codes or ordinances which apply to the installation of a
direct vent wall furnace.
Instructions to Installer
1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after in-
stallation.
2. Installer must have owner fill out and mail warranty card sup-
plied with furnace.
3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate furnace
and thermostat.
4. Installer must locate unit near a grounded wall receptacle for
115VAC power and must provide gas supply and vent the
unit properly for safe operation.
General Information
This series is designed certified in accordance with American
National Standard/CSA Standard Z21.88 and CSA 2.33 by the
Canadian Standards Association as a Gas Fireplace Heater to be
installed according to these instructions.
Any alteration of the original design, installed other than as
shown in these instructions or use with a type of gas not shown
on the rating plate is the responsibility of the person and com-
pany making the change.
Important
All Correspondence should refer to complete Model Number, Se-
rial Number and type of gas.
Notice:
During initial firing of this unit, oil from the heat exchang-
er may bake out and smoke may occur. To prevent triggering of
smoke alarms, ventilate the room in which the unit is installed.
Installation in Residential Garages
Gas utilization equipment in residential garages shall be installed
so that all burners and burner ignition devices are located not less
than 18” (457 mm) above the floor.
Such equipment shall be located, or protected, so it is not subject
to physical damage by a moving vehicle.
Warning:
Any change to this furnace or its control can be dangerous.
This is a heating appliance and any panel, door or guard
removed for servicing an appliance must be replaced prior
to operating the appliance.
Sate of Massachusetts:
The installation must be made by a
licensed plumber or gas fitter in the Commonwealth of Mas-
sachusetts.
INTRODUCTION