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KEY INSTALLATION POINTS
IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
This page references the most important key installation points when installing any Element 4 fireplace. This
page
DOES NOT
substitute for reading the entire manual.
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RECORDS
The installer MUST record the serial number and venting configuration to use for any technical issues that
may arise.
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ELECTRICAL
An approved 120V AC wall receptacle is required. The receiver MUST be powered by the AC adapter. Four
AA batteries may be used only for on-demand electrical requirement during power outage.
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FIRE MEDIA
When installing the fire media make sure to NEVER mix different types of media or use media purchased
from another retailer. ALWAYS keep the second thermocouple AND pilot free from media.
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AIR OUTLETS
The warm air outlets MUST be installed BEFORE the first light. The amount of square inches needed for the
opening varies from model to model.
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ENCLOSING THE FIREPLACE
ONLY a tested and approved non-combustible wallboard that is specified in the manual may be used when
enclosing the fireplace.
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FRAMING
The dimensions are different between metal and wood framing. Know which material you are using and
know the framing requirements.
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VENTING
The venting MUST follow the model specific graph shown in the manual. A restrictor may or may not need
to be used based on venting run and rise.
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CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS
REMEMBER that if the fireplace is installed before the site is finished, construction debris MUST be cleaned
from the enclosure and around the unit prior to finishing and the test fire.
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GAS PRESSURES
Gas pressures MUST be read with a manometer and confirmed with what is required in the installation
manual.
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FINISHING