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1. Keep the area around your fireplace clear
of combustible materials, gasoline and
other flammable vapor and liquids. Do
not run fireplace where these are used or
stored. Do not place items such as clothing
or decorations on or around fireplace.
12. Do not use this fireplace to cook food or
burn paper or other objects.
13. Do not use any solid fuels (wood, coal,
paper, cardboard, etc.) in this fireplace.
Use only the gas type indicated on fire
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place nameplate.
14. This appliance, when installed, must be
electrically grounded in accordance with
local codes or, in the absence of local
codes, with the
National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70
or the
Canadian Electrical
Code, CSA C22.1
.
15. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion
and ventilation air in any way. Provide
adequate clearances around air open
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ings into the combustion chamber along
with adequate accessibility clearance for
servicing and proper operation.
16. Do not install fireplace directly on carpet
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ing, vinyl tile or any combustible material
other than wood. The fireplace must set
on a metal or wood panel extending the
full width and depth of the fireplace.
17. Do not use fireplace if any part has been
exposed to or under water. Immediately
call a qualified service person to arrange
for replacement of the unit.
18. Do not operate fireplace if any log is
broken.
19. Do not use a blower insert, heat exchang
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er insert or other accessory not approved
for use with this fireplace.
20. Provide adequate clearances around air
openings.
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uNPaCkING
The following items are packed inside the
firebox. Remove before positioning firebox
into framing.
• Transition Collar - For vent connection
• Ceramic Log Pack - Shrink-wrapped on
cardboard
• Three (3) plastic bags containing lava rock,
pan and ember materials
• Rear Log - Remove two plastic quick ties
from around burner and grate
• Grate Stand - Lift off of burner pan
Check all items for any shipping damage. If
damaged, promptly inform dealer or distributor
where you bought the product.
Safely retain these items for later installation.
INtroduCtIoN
Models M36E(P)(B,H), VM36E(P)(B,H),
M42E(P)(B,H) and VM42E(P)(B,H) are vented
gas fireplaces that use an electronic control
valve and electronic ignition system. A 6" B-Type
venting system and a listed type vent cap are not
supplied but are required for proper operation.
See venting instructions on pages 9 and 10.
WARNING: This gas appli-
ance must not be connected to
a chimney flue servicing a solid
fuel burning appliance.
Models M36E(B,H), VM36E(B,H), M42E(B,H)
and VM42E(B,H) are factory equipped for use
with natural gas and must be converted when
intended for use with propane/LP gas. A respec
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tive model PCBE-36 or PCBE-42 conversion
kit may be purchased for simple conversion to
propane/LP gas. See
Accessories
, page 29.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Before beginning the installation of your
appliance, read these instructions through
completely.
This FMI PRODUCTS, LLC appliance and its
approved components are safe when installed
according to this installation manual and are op
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erated as recommended by FMI PRODUCTS,
LLC. Unless you use FMI PRODUCTS, LLC
approved components tested for this appliance,
YOU MAY CAUSE A FIRE HAZARD!
The FMI PRODUCTS, LLC warranty will be
voided by and FMI PRODUCTS, LLC disclaims
any responsibility for the following actions:
A) Modification of the appliance or any of the
components.
B) Use of any component part not approved
by FMI PRODUCTS, LLC in combination
with this appliance.
C) Installation and/or operation in a manner
other than instructed in this manual.
D)
The burning of anything other than the type of
gas approved for use in this gas appliance.
