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Installation
14.0 Conversion Kit Instructions
IMPORTANT:
This fireplace is Natural gas ready. If converting to LP gas, follow instructions below.
WARNING:
This conversion kit shall be installed by a qualified service agency in accordance with the manufacturers instructions
and all applicable codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. If the information in these instructions is not followed
exactly, a fire, explosion or productions of carbon monoxide may result, causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. The
qualified service agency is responsible for proper installation of this kit. The installation is not proper and complete until operation of
the converted appliance is checked as specified in the instructions supplied with the kit. Refer to appliance owner’s manual or product
data plate for proper inlet and manifold pressure adjustments and orifice sizing.
IMPORTANT:
For high altitude installations above 4500 ft (1372 meters), consult local gas distributor or the authority having
jurisdiction for proper derating methods.
KIT NUMBERS: 345-CKELP for LP gas and 345-CKENG for Natural Gas
KIT INCLUDES:
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Gas conversion label (303-0128)
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Burner orifice (part number 301-0068-52, #52 for LPG) (part number 301-0068-36, #36 DMS for NG)
•
Instruction Sheet
•
SIT 885 Valve conversion kit c/w instructions & gas type label
WARNING: SHUT OFF GAS SUPPLY AND ELECTRICAL POWER TO FIREPLACE
SHUT OFF GAS SUPPLY BEFORE DISCONNECTING ELECTRICAL POWER
14.1 Prepare the Fireplace
•
Remove the barrier screen (see
Section 6.3
), valve access cover (see
Section 6.5
), glass door (see
Section 6.4
), logs and
embers (see
Section 16.0
and the Log Set Installation Manual), and brick panels or firebox liner (see
Section 15.0
)
•
Remove the burner surround (see
Section 18.11
)
•
Remove the burner (see
Section 18.12
)
Remove the burner orifice using a 1/2” wrench. Replace with the orifice
supplied with the conversion kit. Use a small amount of pipe sealant on
the threads of the orifice mount. Do not use too much as it can block the
orifice.
14.2 Pilot Conversion
Using a 7/16” wrench and loosen the pilot hood 1/4 turn.
Slide the tab at the bottom of the orifice hood all the way
so the red side (propane) with the hole in it is showing.
Tighten the pilot hood back up so that it is lined up with
the two probes on both sides of the pilot assembly.
Figure 14.1.01:
Figure 14.2.01: