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Lo-Rider Designer 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 Z223.1/
NFPA54.
The gas supply line must have an ANSI approved manual shutoff valve, upstream of the appli-
ance. 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 1/2" 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 applicable 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.
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.
Gas line installation
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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/
lpG tank can cause an explosion.
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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).