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The base, sidewalls and top structure of the solid fuel firebox cannot be altered with the exception of:
removal of dampers, removal of smoke shelf or baffle, removal of ember catches, removal of log grate,
removal of viewing screen/curtain, and removal of doors. THE ORIGINAL FIREPLACE MAY NEVER BE
RETURNED TO SOLID FUEL USE IN THIS CONDITION.
IMPORTANT: If the factory-built fireplace has no gas access hole(s) provided, an access hole of 1.5
inch (37.5 mm) or less may be drilled through the lower sides or bottom of the firebox in a proper
workmanship like manner. This access hole must be plugged with non-combustible insulation after the gas
WARNING: This fireplace has been converted
for the use with a gas fireplace insert only and
cannot be used for burning wood or solid
fuels unless all original parts have been
replaced, and the fireplace re-approved by the
authority having jurisdiction.
C-11168
Initial Installation
QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY
Vent Collar Screw
supply line has been installed. Cutting
any sheet-metal parts of the fireplace,
in which the gas fireplace insert is to be
installed, except as tested for the floor
is prohibited.
The included label plate shown below
must be permanently attached inside
the cavity of the fireplace in a visible
location.
Figure 32: Levelling legs position.
Figure 33: Fireplace Altered Plate.
12. Place a bead of high temperature silicone on
the intake collar of the fireplace, slide the Ø3”
(76mm) flex intake liner over the collar, secure
the flex liner with three (3) sheet metal screws
evenly spaced.
13. Place the unit part way into the fireplace.
Connect
the gas line to the ⅜” NPT fitting on the right
side of the unit using locally approved methods
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Route the power cord so it can be connected to
the power supply.
14. As you push the unit into its final position in the
fireplace, if the vent collar plate was removed,
reinstall it on the stove by pulling it into the
brackets on top and reinstall the 5/16” screw.
15. Adjust the levelling legs to ensure the unit is
level and high enough if a base shelf and/or riser
is to be installed. There are four levelling legs on
the bottom of the unit (shown in Figure 31).
