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INSTALLATION PREPARATION
5.0 INSTALLATION PREPARATION
NOTE: This gas fireplace insert is approved for installation in
masonry and factory-built solid fuel burning fireplaces.
ATTENTION: Any removed parts must be capable of re-
installation if this insert is ever removed. Removal of rivets or
screws is acceptable.
5.1 Inspect and Clean Existing Chimney
• Verify existing chimney is constructed of non-combustible
material.
• Verify existing chimney is clean and in good working order.
Clean existing chimney and fireplace to prevent a creosote
odor from entering the home.
• Verify combustible mantel and sidewall clearances comply
with Section 8.1 Clearances to Combustibles on page 19.
• Any smoke shelves, shields, and baffles may be removed if
attached by mechanical fasteners.
• The refractory, glass doors, screen rails, screen mesh, and
log grates may be removed from existing fireplace before
installing this gas fireplace insert.
5.2 Flue Damper
• The fireplace flue damper can be fully blocked open, or
removed for installation of this gas fireplace insert. Remove
existing chimney cap.
5.3 Gas Line
• A gas line must be able to be installed to the insert. Refer to
Section 7.0 Gas Line Connection on page 18.
• If the factory-built fireplace has no gas access hole(s)
provided, an access hole of 1½ in. (37.5 mm) or less may be
drilled through the lower sides or bottom of the firebox in a
proper workmanship like manner. The access hole must be
plugged with non-combustible insulation after the gas supply
line has been installed.
• Run gas line to the gas fireplace insert through the gas line
hole provided. Do not run gas line in a manner that would
obstruct fan operation.
• If the gas fireplace insert is to be installed into minimum
opening dimensions, the gas line may need to be run after
appliance placement due to space limitations.
5.4 Electrical Wiring
• Provisions must be made to provide electrical power for
appliance operation.
• Refer to Section 2.3 Appliance Dimensions on page 9 for
electrical outlet box location to run any necessary electrical
wiring to the gas fireplace insert.
5.5 Fireplace Conversion
• Mechanically attach the label with the following warning to
at the bottom existing firebox so it will be visible if this gas
fireplace insert is removed.
WARNING: This fireplace has been converted for 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.
