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PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This gas fireplace should be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with local build-
ing codes and with current CSA B149 (.1 or 02) Installation codes for Gas Burning Fire-
places and Equipment. If the unit is being installed in a mobile home the installation should
comply with current CSA Z240.4 Code.
For US installations, follow local codes and/or the current National Fuel Gas code, ANSI
Z223.1.
FIREPLACE LOCATION
FOR SAFE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION PLEASE NOTE ThE FOLLOWING:
1. This fireplace gives off high temperatures and
should be located out of high traffic areas and
away from furniture and draperies.
2. Children and adults should be alerted to the
hazards of the high surface temperatures of this
fireplace and should stay away to avoid burns or
ignition of clothing.
3.
CAUTION:
Due to high glass surface tempera-
ture, children should be carefully supervised
when they are in the same room as the fireplace.
4. Under no circumstances should this fireplace be
modified. Parts removed for servicing should be
replaced prior to operating the fireplace again.
5. Installation and any repairs to this fireplace
should be carried out by a qualified service
person. A professional service person should be
contacted to inspect this fireplace annually. Make
it a practice to have all of your gas fireplaces
checked annually. More frequent cleaning may
be required due to excess lint and dust from
carpeting, bedding material, etc.
6. Control compartments, burners and air passages
in this fireplace should be kept clean and free of
dust and lint. Make sure that the gas valve and
pilot light are turned off before you attempt to
clean this fireplace.
7. The venting system (chimney) of this fireplace
should be checked at least once a year and if
needed your venting system should be cleaned.
8. Keep the area around your fireplace clear of
combustible materials, gasoline and other flam-
mable vapor and liquids. This fireplace should
not be used as a drying rack for clothing, nor
should Christmas stockings or decorations be
hung on or around the fireplace.
9. Under no circumstances should any solid fuels
(wood, coal, paper, or cardboard, etc.) be used
in this fireplace.
10. The flow of combustion and ventilation air must
not be obstructed in any way.
11. When the fireplace is installed directly on carpet-
ing, vinyl tile or any combustible material other
than wood, the fireplace must be installed on a
metal or wood panel extending the full width and
depth of the fireplace.
12. This fireplace requires adequate ventilation and
combustion air to operate properly.
13. This fireplace must not be connected to a chim-
ney flue serving a separate solid fuel burning
fireplace.
14. When the fireplace is not in use, it is recom-
mended that the gas control valve be left in the
"OFF" position.
THIS APPLIANCE HAS BEEN APPROVED FOR AFTER-MARKET MOBILE HOME INSTALLATIONS
