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HEARTH PRODUCTS

KITS AND ACCESSORIES

P/N 900263-00
Rev. B  09/2016

LINEAR DIRECT-VENT FIREPLACES 

ACCESSORY KITS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR REQUIRED AND OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
FOR USE ON 42- AND 54-INCH LINEAR DIRECT-VENT GAS FIREPLACES

[FIREPLACE MODELS: Rhapsody42, Rhapsody54, DRL6542 and DRL6554 Series]

* The Nake Liner Kit is not offered for DRL6500 series fi replaces

 DANGER

HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE BURNS. DO NOT 

TOUCH GLASS UNTIL COOLED. NEVER 

ALLOW CHILDREN TO TOUCH GLASS.

•  Fireplaces surfaces get EXTREMELY HOT!
•  Install only when fi replace is OFF and COLD.

•  The glass on the front of the fi replace reaches 

EXTREMELY HIGH temperatures and can cause severe 
burns if touched. Even after the gas is turned off, 
fi replace surfaces remain extremely hot.

•  Keep children away from an operating fi replace. Closely 

supervise children in any room where a fi replace is 
operating to prevent contact with glass. 

 

CAUTION

RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. 

•  Never operate fireplace without liner panels installed. These 

appliances are NOT approved for operation without liner panels.

•  Do NOT abuse glass doors by striking or slamming shut
•  Never operate fi replace with glass door assembly removed.
•  Handle glass door assembly with extreme care. 

Replace damaged glass door assembly with approved 
replacement assembly only.

•  Use only media approved for use with these fi replaces 

(as applicable). Failure to use approved media may result 
in sooting, delayed ignition, or other improper fi replace 
operation, and may void the warranty.

NOTICE

•  Read all steps before starting installation. 
•  LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE APPLIANCE.
•  All warnings, precautions, and instructions in the Installation 

and Operation Instructions provided with the appliance also 
apply to these instructions.

•  If you encounter any problems, need clarifi cation of these 

instructions, or are not qualifi ed to properly install this 
kit, contact your local distributor or dealer.

Figure 1 -  54 in. Rhapsody™ linear gas fi replaces with 

designer fl oor kit and Nake fi rebox liner kit* 
(both in black porcelain).

GENERAL INFORMATION

This document contains installation instructions for the 
following required and optional accessories for Rhapsody and 
DRL6500 series linear direct-vent gas fi replaces manufactured 
by INNOVATIVE HEARTH PRODUCTS (IHP).

Kit descriptions, catalog/model numbers, and contents are listed 
on the next page. 

Required Accessory Kits

The following accessory kits are REQUIRED for complete 
fi replace installation.

NOTE: 

Ensure these kits are available before installing the 

fi replace.

•  Firebox Liner Kit 

(Rhapsody models only)

• Floor 

Kit 

(Rhapsody models only)

•  Media Kit *

* Media kit required with “Designer" style fl oor kits (Rhapsody option) or 
DRL6500 series fi replaces only.

Media must not be used with Refection fl oor.

Optional Accessory Kits

The following accessories are OPTIONAL. However, to minimize 
required labor, all  options should be installed at time of 
fi replace installation, if possible.

• Surround 

Kit

• Bezel 

Kit

•  Firebox Backlight Kit ** 

(Rhapsody models only)

•  Power Vent Kit 

(see manual 506022-01 for installation instructions)

**   Firebox backlight kit for use with "Cityscape" and "Illusion" style fi rebox 

liner kits.

REQUIRED TOOLS

NOTE: 

Power tools are NOT recommended when installing 

fi replace accessories, especially porcelain fi rebox liners.

•  5/16" Hex-head Nut Driver
•  #3 Phillips Head Screwdriver 

(for fi replace door removal/installation)

•  Glass Cleaner (non-ammoniated)
• Non-abrasive 

rag

• High-temperature 

sealant 

(e.g., Mill-Pac

®

; if installing fi rebox backlight kit)

• Safety 

Glasses

•  Protective Work Gloves

Summary of Contents for DRL6542 Series

Page 1: ...he Installation and Operation Instructions provided with the appliance also apply to these instructions If you encounter any problems need clarification of these instructions or are not qualified to properly install this kit contact your local distributor or dealer Figure 1 54 in Rhapsody linear gas fireplaces with designer floor kit and Nake firebox liner kit both in black porcelain GENERAL INFOR...

Page 2: ...lb bag NOTE See media kit instructions P N 900077 07 Description Cat No Model No Reflective Black H8412 CRSHGL RBLK Reflective Blue H8424 CRSHGL RBLU Platinum H8413 CRSHGL P Goldfinger H8538 CRSHGL GF Copper H8539 CRSHGL C Table 3 Required Media Kits OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Surround Kits 9 10 16 x 3 8 Hex head Sheet Metal Screws NOTE Surround and bezel should be installed together Description Cat No ...

Page 3: ...essories if applicable Remove barrier assembly 1 Remove the barrier assembly by lifting it up to disengage its notches from tabs and pull directly away from the fireplace 2 To replace the barrier if damaged remove the three 3 screws from the top and bottom and one 1 screw from each side Reverse these instructions to install the new manufacturer s barrier Figure 2 Figure 3 Removing the glass door a...

Page 4: ...from required firebox panel kit 1 Insert the bottom edge of the back panel into the fireplace first then position it in front of the previously installed reflector Figure 9 NOTE Lift the back panel over the tabs on the rear ledge of the fireplace 2 Align the screw holes in the top and bottom edges of the back panel with the holes in the fireplace ceiling and rear ledge Secure using seven 7 10 16 x...

Page 5: ...e front floor section over the holes in the rear floor section Push the front floor section backward until it butts against the burner and screw the front floor section as shown in Figure 11 Figure 11 Installing the front floor section Install media from optional media kit 1 If installing a floor kit that requires media place an even layer of media in the recessed area around the burner see bold o...

Page 6: ...he top edge to the fireplace Then swing the bottom edge in toward the fireplace reverse of Figure 14 NOTE Be careful not to damage the glass 2 Align the screw holes below the door assembly with the holes in the fireplace and secure using the 3 provided screws Door gasket instructions 1 Reinstall the door If the door does not fully close easily the door gasket will need to be dressed See Figure 15 ...

Page 7: ... Figure 17 Finishing with optional Surround and Bezel 1 With unit in framing secure nailing flanges to the wall framing 2 Retrieve and secure heat shield to top front of unit with two screws 3 Remove the clean face frame see Figure 18 4 Place insulation flat across the top of the fireplace lengthwise behind heat shield 5 Install top bottom and two 2 side surround support pieces with screws from st...

Page 8: ...Bezel assembly See Figure 19 Figure 19 Place barrier screen on Bezel assembly 4 Hook the bezel upper flange to the top edge of the glass door assembly and then swing the lower edge of the bezel toward the door Figure 20 5 Gently push the lower edge of the bezel to attach the bezel lower flange to the lower edge of the glass door frame CROSS SECTION Barrier Flanges Door Trim Barrier Figure 20 Barri...

Page 9: ...al Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition in Canada the current CSA C22 1 Canadian Electrical Code Pilot Tube COLOR CODE B BLACK BB BROWN W BLACK STRIPE BG BROWN W GREEN STRIPE BL BLUE BR BROWN G GREEN GY GRAY O ORANGE R RED W WHITE Y YELLOW Spark Electrode Flame Sensor IPI Pilot 885 Valve Optional Split Flow BL W Y Y BR G O O R R B B GY GY R B BL W B BB B BR BB B G W W G Battery Holder w Swi...

Page 10: ...ve Hearth Products P N 900263 00 Rev B 09 2016 1508 Elm Hill Pike Suite 108 Nashville TN 37210 IHP reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice in design materials specifications prices and also to discontinue colors styles and products Consult your local distributor for fireplace code information ...

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