Initial Installation
QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY
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This section of the owner’s manual is for the use of qualified technicians only. Fireplace placement, hearths,
facing, mantels, and venting terminations will be covered, as well as the gas and electric systems. There are
several installation safety guidelines that must be adhered to. Please carefully read the safety precautions
at the front of this manual.
NOTE: The Q1LI comes as a top vent unit but can be converted to a rear vent.
Warning:
Clearances must be sufficient to allow access for maintenance and service.
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Raming
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Table 2. Framing Dimensions.
Firebox Framing
Depth
15⅛”
38.4 cm
Width
25¼”
64.1 cm
Height - Rear Vent 35¼”
89.5 cm
Height - Top Vent
41”
104.1 cm
Gas Inlet (Distance
From Back)
The location for the fireplace can be
along a wall, raised or at floor level, or
in a corner. There are specific framing
measurements for each situation.
The basic opening should have the
dimensions shown in Figure 22.
The fireplace must have a strong and
level surface to be placed on. The
surface should be made of wood or a
non-combustible material, not carpet.
The framing boards may touch the
top and back standoffs, but
only the
supplied insulating material can
be placed between the frame and
the standoffs.
The gas line, ⅜ inch NPT, should be
Figure 22. Dimensions for Framing the Firebox
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Brought to the left side of the fireplace. The location should be chosen so the fireplace will be at least
36 inches (91.4 cm) from drapes, doors and other combustibles. The framed opening should also be a
minimum of 3 11/16” inches (9.4 cm) from the nearest perpendicular wall (sidewall to the edge of the
opening).
35
1
/
4
"
(895mm)
25
1
/
4
"
(641mm)
15
1
/
8
"
(384mm)
6
15
/
16
"
(176mm)
Gas
Inlet
Adja
cent
wall
3
11
/
16
"
min
(94mm)
Rear
Vent
Top
Vent
41"
(1041mm)
