Installation /
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Fireplace Owner’s Manual
LTR50001006, Rev. E
www.calflamebbq.com
High Elevation Installation
Your fi replace is approved for elevations up to 4,500 feet in the US and
Canada.
When installing this appliance at an elevation above 4,500 feet in the
US, it may be necessary to decrease the input rating by changing the
existing burner orifi ce to a smaller size. Reduce the input by 4% for
each 1,000 feet above sea level, unless the heating value of the gas
has been reduced, in which case this general rule will not apply. To
identify the proper orifi ce size, check with your local gas utility.
When installing this unit at an elevation above 4,500 feet in Canada
check with your local authorities. Consult the local gas utility for assis-
tance in determining the proper orifi ce for your location.
Natural Gas Conversion
CAUTION: This service is to be completed only by an authorized gas
appliance installer. Do not attempt this conversion on your own as
there is risk of serious injury or death.
To The Authorized Gas Appliance Installer:
All Cal Flame fi replaces are shipped from the factory equipped to burn
on liquid propane fuel. Enclosed with this kit is a natural gas conversion
kit for converting this unit to natural gas. To perform this conversion,
follow the directions below and to the local regulation standards in
your area.
Make sure unit is not in operation and is cool enough to perform
1.
this service. Shut off and disconnect propane fuel source at the
regulator end.
Carefully remove the storage cover, lava rocks and fi re logs. Turn
2.
unit over to access hose connections underneath.
While holding the propane orifi ce in place with a wrench, unscrew
3.
brass fi tting on fuel inlet hose. Unscrew propane orifi ce and re-
move.
Using the new brass natural gas orifi ce re-install the parts in the
4.
same sequence. Turn the protective screen / air intake sleeve to al-
low a controlled amount of air fl ow through the screen and into the
fuel supply tube. Flame should have good retention. For a proper
