NOTE: DIAGRAMS AND ILLUSTRATIONS ARE REPRESENTATIVE AND ARE NOT DRAWN TO SCALE.
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CONNECTINg TO THE gAS SUPPLy
IMPORTANT: Do NOT connect the
fireplace to the gas supply line until
fireplace installation is complete.
1. Refer to Figure 12-2. Route the gas supply
line into the firebox through the gas sup-
ply line access opening to the point it will
connect to the
gas flex line
and gas line
shutoff valve.
2. Unscrew the shutoff valve from the gas flex
line. Apply thread sealant appropriate for
the gas type, and then connect the shutoff
valve to the gas stub.
IMPORTANT: Position the shutoff
valve to allow easy operation of the
knob through the access opening in
the fireplace floor.
3. Connect the flare fitting on the flex line to
the shutoff valve. Tighten by hand, and
then use a pipe wrench to tighten com-
pletely, 1/4-turn at a time.
4. Leak-test all fittings.
Control Compartment Access
To access the control compartment,
remove the following components, in
this order:
1. Optional surround
2. Optional bezel
3. Glass door assembly
4. Floor kit
5. Burner assembly
6. Control compartment access
panel (in firebox bottom; see
Figure 12-2).
For instructions on removal/reinstallation
of these components, see the Rhap-
sody Required and Optional Accessories
manual 506019-84.
LENNOX HEARTH PRODUCTS • RHAPSODY™ LINEAR DIRECT-VENT GAS FIREPLACES (MODEL RHAP54N) • INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Turn on gas supply and use a gas leak test
solution (also referred to as bubble leak solu-
tion) to test all factory and field connections
for gas leaks.
Note: Even though soapy water is an
effective leak test solution, it is Not recom-
mended because soap residue can corrode
pipes and fittings over time.
1. Light the appliance (refer to the lighting
instructions in the Care and Operation
Instructions or on the label attached to the
door latch).
2. Brush all joints and connections with the
gas leak test solution. If bubbles form or
gas odor is detected, turn the gas control
knob (off/pilot/on) to the Off position.
Tighten or refasten the leaking connection,
then retest as described above.
3. When all gas lines are tested and leak
free, rinse off the leak test solution.
WARNINg
Never use an open flame to
check for leaks.
TESTINg CONNECTIONS
(fACTORy ANd fIELd)
fOR gAS LEAkS
gAS REqUIREMENTS/CONNECTION
(CONTINUEd)
ROUTINg THE gAS LINE
Route a 1/2" (13 mm) gas line (not provided)
to the appliance.
It is preferable to bring the gas line in from
the left side (as shown in Figure 12-1); how-
ever, the gas line also may enter the fireplace
from the right side or bottom.
Note:
Properly size and route the gas sup-
ply line from the supply regulator to the
area where the appliance is to be installed
per requirements outlined in the National
Fuel Gas Code, NFPA 54, latest edition
(USA) or CAN/CSA-B149.1, latest edition
(Canada).
For additional requirements for installa-
tions in the state of Massachusetts (USA),
see the section titled “Massachusetts
Requirements” in this manual.
Figure 12-1: Routing Gas Line
Left Front Corner of
Fireplace Framing
(It is preferable to bring
gas line in from left side;
however, gas line also
may enter fireplace from
right side or bottom.)
13-3/4"
(351 mm)
1-5/8"
(43 mm)
Platform Base
Figure 12-2
gas Line Shutoff Valve
(after disconnection
from flex Line)
gas Supply Line
Access Opening
gas flex Line
Control Compartment Access
(Panel Removed)
