Initial Installation
QUALIFIED INSTALLERS ONLY
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ntRoDuction
:
This section of the owner’s manual is for the use of qualified technicians only. Fireplace placement,
hearths, facing, mantels, and venting terminations will be covered, as well as the gas and electric
systems. There are several installation safety guidelines that must be adhered to. Please carefully read
the safety precautions at the front of this manual.
NOTE
: The Q1G comes as a top vent unit and
CANNOT be converted to a rear vent.
Warning:
Clearances must be sufficient to allow access for maintenance and service.
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Lacement
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Raming
:
Table 2. Framing Dimensions.
Firebox Framing
Depth
15⅛”
38.4 cm
Width
25¼”
64.1 cm
Height - Top Vent
41”
104.1 cm
Gas Inlet (Distance
From Back)
The location for the fireplace can be
along a wall, raised or at floor level, or
in a corner. There are specific framing
measurements for each situation.
The basic opening should have the
dimensions shown in Figure 16.
The fireplace must have a strong and
level surface to be placed on. The
surface should be made of wood or a
non-combustible material, not carpet.
The framing boards may touch the
top and back standoffs, but
only the
supplied insulating material can
be placed between the frame and
the standoffs.
The gas line, ⅜ inch NPT, should be
brought to the left side of the fireplace.
The location should be chosen so the
fireplace will be at least 36 inches
(91.4 cm) from drapes, doors and
25
1
/
4
"
(641mm)
15
1
/
8
"
(384mm)
6
15
/
16
"
(176mm)
Gas
Inlet
Adja
cent
wall
3
11
/
16
"
min
(94mm)
Top
Vent
41"
(1041mm)
Figure 16. Dimensions for Framing the Firebox.
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other combustibles. The framed opening should also be a minimum of 3 11/16” inches (9.4 cm) from the
nearest perpendicular wall (sidewall to the edge of the opening).
