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NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
If the fireplace is being installed on a cement
slab, in cold climates, a sheet of plywood or other
raised platform can be placed underneath to
prevent conducting cold up into the room. It also
helps to sheetrock inside surfaces and tape for
maximum air tightness and caulk firestops.
LOCATION
In selecting the location, the aesthetic and func-
tional use of the appliance are primary concerns.
However, vent system routing to the outside
atmosphere and access to the fuel supply are
also important. Consideration should be given to
traffic ways, furniture, draperies, etc., due to high
surface temperatures (see illustrations).
The location should also be free of electrical,
plumbing or other heating / air conditioning
ducting.
These direct vent appliances are uniquely
suited for installations requiring a utility shelf
positioned directly above the fireplace. Utility
shelves like these are commonly used for locat-
ing television sets and decorative plants.
Be
aware that this is a heat producing appliance.
Objects placed above the unit are exposed to
elevated temperatures.
If a shelf is to be installed above appliance,
see
Shelf Height Minimum Clearances
(
Figure
8 on Page 7
).
Massachusetts:
These fireplaces are approved for installation in
the US state of Massachusetts if the following
additional requirements are met-
• Installation and repair must be done by a
plumber or gas fitter licensed in the Common-
wealth of Massachusetts.
• The flexible gas line connector used shall not
exceed 36 inches (92 centimeters) in length.
• The individual manual shut-off must be a
T-handle type valve.
Massachusetts Horizontal Vent Requirements
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, hori-
zontal terminations installed less than seven
(7) feet above the finished grade must comply
with the following additional requirements:
• A hard wired carbon monoxide detector with
an alarm and battery back-up must be installed
on the floor level where the gas fireplace is
installed. The carbon monoxide detector must
comply with NFPA 720, be ANSI/UL 2034 listed
and be ISA certified.
• A metal or plastic identification plate must
be permanently mounted to the exterior of the
building at a minimum height of eight (8) feet
above grade and be directly in line with the
horizontal termination. The sign must read,
in print size no less than one-half (1/2) inch
in size, GAS VENT DIRECTLY BELOW. KEEP
CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS.
New York City, NY:
These fireplaces are approved for installation in
New York City in the US state of New York.
COLD CLIMATE INSULATION
For cold climate installations, seal all cracks
around the appliance with noncombustible
material and wherever cold air could enter
the room. It is especially important to insulate
outside chase cavity between studs and under
floor on which the appliance rests, if floor
is above ground level. Gas line holes and
other openings should be caulked with high
temperature caulk or stuffed with unfaced
fiberglass insulation.
Figure 3
Vertical
Venting
Offset Venting
(one end flush
with wall)
When the unit is installed with one side flush with a wall,
the wall on the other side of the unit must not extend
beyond the front edge of the unit.
Vertical
Vent
Horizontal Vent
(side vent)
Horizontal Vent
(top vent)
(See-Through Model Shown)
WARNING: Do not attempt to
alter or modify the construc-
tion of the appliance or its
components. Any modification
or alteration may void the war-
ranty, certification and listings
of this unit.
