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79D0007
Lo-Rider Vent Free Fireboxes
Consult all local codes. All gas piping must be installed to
comply with local codes, or in the absence of local codes,
with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z3.1/NFPA54.
The gas supply line must have an ANSI approved manual
shutoff valve, upstream of the appliance. Either a recessed
valve with a key should be mounted to the wall or floor
outside the firebox, or an on/off appliance-style valve with
union can be placed inside the firebox. A plugged 1/8" NPT
pressure taping point is recommended for service and may
be incorporated to the valve assembly. Bring a minimum
1/" gas supply line through the knockout hole provided
in the firebox.
A sediment trap may be upstream of the heater to prevent
moisture and contaminants from passing through trap to
the heater controls and burners. Failure to do so could
prevent the heater from operating reliably. Consult appli-
cable codes.
In addition to the regulator fitted to the heater, an external
regulator must be used on all propane/LPG heaters to
reduce the supply tank pressure to 13" w.c. (maximum).
Any copper tubing used to supply propane/LPG from the
tank must be internally tinned.
NOTE: When connecting
propane/LPG vent-free room heaters, you must use
pipe sealant resistant to propane/LPG.
Check gas type: The gas supply must be the same as
stated on the heater’s rating plate. If the gas supply
is different, DO NOT INSTALL THE HEATER. Contact
your dealer for the correct model.
GAS LINE INSTALLATION
After completing connection, test all gas joints from the
gas meter to the gas heater regulator for leaks. Using
soap and water solution or a gas sniffer. DO NOT USE
AN OPEN FLAME.
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Plumbing connections should only be
performed by a qualified, licensed plumber.
Main gas supply must be off when plumbing
gas line to fireplace or performing service.
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Connecting directly to an unregulated
propane / L.P.G. tank can cause an
explosion.
Do not connect directly to natural gas 1/2
PSI or 2 PSI systems. Always make sure
natural gas pressure is regulated 10.5 w.c.
(maximum before operating the unit).
