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Heat-N-Glo Lifestyle Collection • Dakota 42/Dakota 42H • 4036-905 Rev I • 10/05 

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A. Design and Installation Considerations

Check building codes prior to installation.
•  Installation MUST comply with local, regional, 

state and national codes and regulations.

•  Consult insurance carrier, local building, fire 

offi cials or authorities having jurisdiction about 
restrictions, installation inspection, and permits.

CAUTION

When planning an appliance installation, it’s necessary to 
determine the following information before installing:

•  Where the appliance is to be installed. 
• Gas 

supply 

piping. 

• Electrical 

wiring.

• Framing 

and 

fi 

nishing 

details

.

Getting Started 

Note: 

This appliance must be installed outside.

B.   Tools and Supplies Needed

Before beginning the installation be sure that the following 
tools and building supplies are available.

Reciprocating saw 

Framing material

Pliers Hi 

temp 

caulking 

material

Hammer Gloves
Phillips screwdriver 

Framing square

Flat blade screwdriver 

Electric drill and bits (1/4 in.)

Plumb line 

Safety glasses

Manometer Voltmeter
Tape measure 

Level

Non-corrosive leak check solution
1/2 - 3/4 inch length, #6 or #8 Self-drilling screws 

C.     Inspect Appliance and Components

• 

Carefully remove the appliance and components from the 
packaging.  

•  The gas logs may be packaged separately and must be 

fi eld installed. 

•  Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment, 

particularly the condition of the glass. 

•  Read all of the instructions before starting the 

installation. Follow these instructions carefully 
during the installation to ensure maximum safety and 
benefi t. 

Inspect appliance and components for 
damage. Damaged parts may impair safe 
operation.

•  Do NOT install damaged components.
•  Do NOT install incomplete components.
•  Do NOT install substitute components.

Report damaged parts to dealer.

WARNING

Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any 
responsibility for, and the warranty will be 
voided by, the following actions:

•  Installation and use of any damaged appliance or 

vent system component.

•  Modifi cation of the appliance or vent system.
• 

Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home 
Technologies.

•  Improper positioning of the gas logs or the glass 

door.

•  Installation and/or use of any component part not 

approved by Hearth & Home Technologies.

Any such action may cause a fi re hazard.

WARNING

Summary of Contents for Dakota 42

Page 1: ...gas Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch Do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s ins...

Page 2: ...formation regarding your speci c appliance can be found on the rating plate usually located in the control area of the appliance Congratulations Model Number Serial Number Type of Gas Gas and Electric...

Page 3: ...tion 10 D High Altitude Installations 11 E Valve Access 12 7 Electrical Information A Recommendation for Wire 13 B Connecting to the Appliance 13 C Intelli re Ignition System Wiring 13 8 Finishing A M...

Page 4: ...CFR 1202 Safety Glazing Certi cation Council SGCC 1595 and 1597 Architectural Testing Inc Reports 02 31919 01 and 02 31917 01 This statement is in compliance with CPSC 16 CFR Section 1201 5 Certi cati...

Page 5: ...ape measure Level Non corrosive leak check solution 1 2 3 4 inch length 6 or 8 Self drilling screws C Inspect Appliance and Components Carefully remove the appliance and components from the packaging...

Page 6: ...nstallation may vary due to individual design preference Fire Risk Provide adequate clearance Around air openings To combustibles For service access Locate appliance away from traf c areas WARNING A S...

Page 7: ...tels or Other Combustibles Above Appliance B D Header height Use only noncombustible material below the top of the top standoffs A C Figure 3 2 Framing Dimensions C Mantel Projections Framing Dimensio...

Page 8: ...deck balcony or overhang Not allowed vinyl N 6 in non vinyl siding P 84 in 48 in minimum for vinyl windows or vinyl siding Not allowed for vinyl clad soffits a fireplace shall not open directly above...

Page 9: ...B Securing and Leveling Appliance The diagram shows how to properly position level and se cure the appliance see Figure 7 3 Nailing tabs are pro vided to secure the appliance to the framing members Pl...

Page 10: ...required for optimum appliance performance Gas line sizing requirements need to be made following NFPA51 WARNING Gas Leak Risk Support control when attaching pipe to prevent bending gas line Fire Ris...

Page 11: ...equiring changes for elevations from 0 to 2000 ft in the USA and Canada When installing this appliance at an elevation above 2000 ft it may be necessary to decrease the input rating by chang ing the e...

Page 12: ...t refractory panel on the right side of the replace Use a phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws securing the refractory retaining strip Lift doors out and set aside Remove the refractory side...

Page 13: ...he same wall box C Intelli re Ignition System Wiring This appliance requires two D size batteries 3V supply to the appliance valve for operation A wiring diagram is shown in Figure 7 1 This appliance...

Page 14: ...nce can be installed a minimum of 6 in 152 mm from a combustible structure unless the structure is vinyl which requires a minimum clearance of 48 in 1219 mm 84 in 2134 mm min Figure 11 1 Clearances to...

Page 15: ...ow ember placement instructions in manual Do NOT place embers directly over burner ports Replace ember material annually Improperly placed embers interferes with proper burner operation WARNING Back l...

Page 16: ...gs Place rear log on the grate against the appliance back wall Place front right log on the grate against the grate front tines Place front left log on the grate with the left side of the log against...

Page 17: ...ass trim surround kits as de sired Marble brass brick tile or other non combustible materials can be used to cover up the gap between the non combustible facing and the appliance Do not obstruct or mo...

Page 18: ...information manual provided with this appliance For assistance or additional information consult a quali ed installer service agency or the gas supplier WARNING Do NOT use this appliance if any part h...

Page 19: ...IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance DO NOT CONNECT 110 VAC TO THE CONTROL VALVE Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property dam age...

Page 20: ...e that it pro duces heat which does have an associated odor or smell If you feel this odor is excessive it may require the initial three to four hour continuous burn on high followed by a second burn...

Page 21: ...odule Turn ON OFF rocker switch or wall switch to OFF position Remove ignitor wire I from module Place ON OFF rocker switch or wall switch in ON position Hold ground wire about 3 16 in away from I ter...

Page 22: ...passageways grilles control compartment Burner burner ports Risk of Fire Delayed ignition or explosion Exposure to combustion fumes Odors WARNING Handle glass assembly with care Note Clean glass after...

Page 23: ...r 7 16 in 5 8 in 13 16 in 15 16 in wrenches The valve can be accessed through the valve access panel on the right side of the replace Use a phillips screwdriver to remove the right refractory by remov...

Page 24: ...7 Remove Valve from Valve Bracket Orifice Tube Pilot Tube Figure 12 8 Disconnect Pilot and Ori ce Tubes Remove the two screws securing the valve to the valve bracket Disconnect the pilot and ori ce t...

Page 25: ...n Logs 1 Inspect for broken damaged or missing logs Replace as necessary 2 Verify correct log placement and no ame impingement causing sooting Correct as necessary Firebox 1 Inspect for paint conditio...

Page 26: ...l appliance dimensions Use for reference only For framing dimensions and clearances refer to Sec tion 3 Figure 13 1 Appliance Dimensions 13 13 Reference Materials 48 in 1219 mm 42 in 1067 mm 23 1 8 in...

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Page 31: ...BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LABOR TRANSPORTATION OR OTHER INDIRECT DAMAGES 4 During the rst six 6 months after installation HHT shall at its option replace or repair the glass doors and any electrical comp...

Page 32: ...s for safe installation and operation D O N O T D I S C A R D This product may be covered by one or more of the following patents United States 4593510 4686807 4766876 4793322 4811534 5000162 5016609...

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