General Information
900298-00, 10/2014
Innovative Hearth Products
Superior
TM
DRT/DRC3500 Series Direct-Vent Gas Fireplaces
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Please carefully read and follow all instructions in this manual. Pay special attention to all warnings and safety
information. Following these safety, care, and operation instructions will help ensure many years of dependable and
enjoyable service from your fireplace.
Please read and understand these instructions before installing,
operating, or servicing this product.
We recommend that our
gas hearth products be
installed and serviced by
professionals who are
certified in the U.S. by the
National Fireplace Institute®
(NFI) as NFI Gas Specialists.
General Information
Important Safety Information ............................................................
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Fireplace Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Notices ...............
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Packaging ..........................................................................................
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Introduction .......................................................................................
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Installation
Requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts ................
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Cold Climate Insulation ....................................................................
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Manufactured Home Requirements .................................................
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Location ...........................................................................................
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Vent Termination Clearances ...........................................................
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Minimum Clearances to Combustibles ............................................
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Wall Finishes / Surrounds / Mantels ................................................
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Installation Preparation ....................................................................
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Installation Sequence ......................................................................
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Construct the Fireplace Framing ......................................................
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Route the Gas Supply Line to the Fireplace .....................................
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Install the Vent System ....................................................................
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Complete the Field Wiring ................................................................
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Connect the Gas Line .......................................................................
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Verify Proper Fireplace Operation ....................................................
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Optional: Install the Firebox Liners ..................................................
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Traditional: Install the Logs, Volcanic Stone, and Glowing Embers .
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Contemporary: Install Floor Panel and Glass Media ........................
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Install the Glass Door ......................................................................
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Adjust the Air Shutter to Ensure Proper Flame Appearance .............
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Install the Hood ...............................................................................
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Reinstall Barrier ...............................................................................
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Install the Finishing Materials ..........................................................
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Attach the Safety-in-Operation Warnings.........................................
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Installation Accessories ...................................................................
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Gas Conversion Kits ........................................................................
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Operation
Maintenance ....................................................................................
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Accessory Components ...................................................................
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Lighting Instructions .......................................................................
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Troubleshooting ...............................................................................
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Replacement Parts ..........................................................................
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Warranty ..........................................................................................
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