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9. The installation must conform with local codes or, in
the absence of local codes, with the
National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.l/NFPA54.
10. This unit complies with ANSI Z21.91.2001 ventless fi re-
box enclosures for gas-fi red unvented decorative room
heaters.
11. Do not install heater in a bathroom or bedroom.
12. Correct installation of the logs, proper location of the
heater, and annual cleaning are necessary to avoid
potential problems with sooting. Sooting, resulting from
improper installation or operation, can settle on surfaces
outside the fi replace. See log placement instructions for
proper installation.
13. Avoid any drafts that alter burner fl ame patterns. Do not
allow fans to blow directly into fi replace. Do not place
a blower inside burn area of fi rebox. Ceiling fans may
create drafts that alter burner fl ame patterns. Sooting
and improper burning will occur.
14.
Caution:
Candles, incense, oil lamps, etc. produce
combustion byproducts including soot. Vent-free
appliances will not fi lter or clean soot produced by
these types of products. In addition, the smoke and/or
aromatics (scents) may be reburnt in the vent-free
appliance which can produce odors. It is recommended
to minimize the use of candles, incense, etc. while the
vent-free appliance is in operation.
15. An unvented gas-fi red heater uses air (oxygen) from the
room in which it is installed. Provisions for adequate
combustion and ventilation air must be provided. See
installation guidelines.
INSTALLER
Please leave these instructions with the owner.
OWNER
Please retain these instructions for future reference.
IMPORTANT
Read these instructions carefully before installing or trying to operate a vent-free gas heater in this fi rebox.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
1. Due to high temperatures, the appliance should
be located out of traffi c and away from furniture
and draperies.
2. Children and adults should be alerted to the hazard
of high surface temperature and should stay away
to avoid burns or clothing ignition.
3. Young children should be carefully supervised
when they are in the same room with the apli-
ance.
4. Do not place clothing or other fl ammable material
on or near the appliance.
5. Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing
an appliance, must be replaced prior to operating
the heater.
6. Installation and repair should be done by a qualifi ed
service person.
7. To prevent malfunction and/or sooting, an unvented
gas heater should be cleaned before use at least
annually by a professional service person. More
frequent cleaning may be required due to exces-
sive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. It is
imperative that control compartments, burners and
circulating air passageways be kept clean.
8.
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING:
Early signs of
carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to the fl u with
headaches, dizziness and/or nausea. If you have these
signs, obtain fresh air immediately. Have the heater
serviced as it may not be operating properly.
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• Any change to this heater or its controls can be dangerous.
• Improper installation or use of the heater can cause serious injury or death from fi re,
burns, explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning.
• Do not allow fans to blow directly into the fi replace. Avoid any drafts that alter
burner fl ame patterns.
• Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other accessory, not approved
for use with this heater where applicable.
W
ARNING
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