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The installation must conform with Local codes or in
the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas
Code ANSI Z223.1/INFPA 54 in the United States or
CSA B149.1, Natural and Propane Installation code in
Canada.
The appliance and its individual shut off valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping system during
any pressure testing of the system at test pressures in
excess of 1/2 psig (3.5kPa).
This appliance must be isolated from the gas supply
piping system by closing its individual manual shut off
valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply
piping system at test pressures equal to or less than
1/2 psig (3.5kPa).
The following clearances to combustible materials must
be maintained: Bottom -
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0 inches, Sides (all around)
- 24 inches (610mm), Top - 72 inches (1.830m).
Always keep the appliance area clear and free from
combustible materials, gasoline, and other fl ammable
vapours and liquids.
Do not locate appliance where it can get excessively
wet. Do not use this appliance if any part has been
under water. Immediately call a quali
fi
ed service tech-
nician to inspect the unit and to replace any part of the
control system and any gas control which has been
underwater.
GENERAL INFORMATION
• Installation and repair should be done by a
qualifi ed service person. The appliance should be
inspected before use and at least annually by a
qualifi ed service person. More frequent cleaning
may be required as necessary. It is imperative the
control compartment, burners and circulating air
passageways of the appliance be kept clean.
• If it is evident there is excessive abrasion or wear
, or the hose is cut, it must be replaced prior to the
appliance being put into operation.
• Children and adults should be alerted to the haz-
ards of high surface temperatures and should stay
away to avoid burns or clothing ignition.
• Young children should be carefully supervised
when they are in the area of the appliance.
• Clothing or other fl ammable materials should not
be hung from the appliance, or placed on or near
the appliance.
• Any guard or other protective device removed for
servicing the appliance must be replaced prior to
operating the appliance.
• Inspect the fuel supply connection for signs of
leakage (including the hose for LP models) before
each use of the appliance.
• The pressure regulator and hose assembly sup-
plied with LP models must be used. Replacement
pressure regulators and hose assemblies must be
those specifi ed in this manual.
• The LP gas supply cylinder used with LP models
must be constructed and marked in accordance with
the specifi cations for LP-gas cylinders as required
by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or
the Canadian Transport Commission (CTC).
• The LP gas cylinder supply system must be ar-
ranged for vapour withdraws.
• The LP-gas cylinder used must include a collar to
protect the cylinder valve.
• When an LP model is not in use, the LP-gas must
be turned off at the supply cylinder.
• To extend the life of your Patiofl ame, protect and
cover it from the elements when not in use.
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5.
THIS GAS FIREPLACE SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND
SERVICED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER
to conform
with local codes.
Installation practices vary from region to region and it is
important to know the speci
fi
cs that apply to your area,
for example: in Massachusetts State:
• The appliance off valve must be a “T” handle gas cock.
• The flexible connector must not be longer than 36
inches.
• The appliance is not approved for installation in a bedroom
or bathroom unless the unit is a direct vent sealed combustion
product.
• WARNING: This product must be installed by a licensed
plumber or gas fi tter when installed within the commonwealth
of Massachusetts.
• Un-vented room heater shall be installed in accordance
with 527 CMR 30.00 and 248 CMR 3.00 through 7.00.
• Sellers of un-vented propane or natural gas-fi red space/
room heaters shall provide to each purchaser a copy of 527
CMR 30.00 upon the sale of the unit from
http://www.napoleonfi replaces.com/Webshare/installation_
manuals/mass_requirements.pdf
• A carbon monoxide detector is required in all rooms
containing gas fi red appliances.
