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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
according to your gas type.
INSTALLING GAS PIPING TO
FIREPLACE LOCATION
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WARNING: For natural
Installation Items Needed
have the items listed below.
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* An equipment shutoff valve with 1/8" NPT
tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge
connection. Purchase the equipment shutoff
valve from your retailer.
For propane/LP connection only, the installer
must supply an external regulator. The exter-
nal regulator will reduce incoming gas pres-
sure. You must reduce incoming gas pressure
to between 11" and 14" of w.c. pressure. If
you do not reduce incoming gas pressure,
external regulator with the vent pointing down
as shown in Figure 19. Pointing the vent down
protects it from freezing rain or sleet.
CAUTION: Use only new,
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Installation must include an equipment shutoff
valve, union and plugged 1/8" NPT tap. Locate
NPT tap within reach for test gauge hook up.
IMPORTANT:
Install main gas valve (equip-
The main gas valve is for turning on or shutting
off the gas to the appliance.
Figure 20 - External Regulator with Vent
Pointing Down (Propane/LP Only)
Propane/LP
Supply Tank
External Regulator
with Vent Pointing
Down
