PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL
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L20-418 Rev 2 (5/16)
appliance can be connected during the test, but the unit’s gas control valve must be turned OFF. Test all
gas line connections for leaks with a solution of soap and water when pressure applied.
The installation of this appliance
MUST
conform to local codes. In the absence of local codes in North
America, the installation must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 Latest
Edition or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code CSA B149.1 Latest Edition as applicable. In
Australia, the appliance must be installed in compliance with AS/NZS 5601 Latest Edition
Your new appliance must have proper ventilation to function safely and properly. Exhaust gas temperatures
can reach as high as 1100 °F (593 °C). Therefore, it is very important to install a fire safety system. Your
ventilation system should be designed to allow for easy cleaning. Frequent cleaning and proper
maintenance of the ventilation system and the appliance will reduce the chances of fire. Ventilation and fire
safety systems must comply to local and national codes for US and Canada. Refer to ANSI 83.11 for a list
of reference documents that will provide guidance on ventilation and fire safety systems. For installations in
U.S. and Canada, additional information can be obtained from CSA International, 8501 East Pleasant Valley
Road, Cleveland, OH, 44131 or visit their website at www.csa-international.org. In Australia, the ventilation
system must comply with AS/NZS 5601.0.
It is essential that the appliance be operated only when adequate ventilation is provided. Your ventilation
hood should be properly maintained. A qualified installation professional should ensure that the hood is
operating properly in conjunction with the appliance. Inadequate ventilation may not properly evacuate all
appliance emissions. Excessive or unbalanced ventilation may cause drafts, which could interfere with
proper operation of the pilot and burners. Leave at least 18 inches (47 cm) of open space between the flue of
the appliance and the intake of the exhaust hood.
WARNING
Ensure that your ventilation system does not cause a down draft at the appliance’s flue opening. A
down draft will not allow the appliance to exhaust properly and will cause overheating, which may
cause permanent damage. Damage caused by down drafts will not be covered by the warranty.
NEVER allow anything to obstruct the flow of combustibles or ventilation exiting the appliance.
NEVER place anything on top of the flue area, or block the flue in any way. Never place a grease
condensing drip pan over the flue opening.
WARNING
NEVER connect the ventilation blower or hood directly to the flue of this appliance. The resulting
increased flow of air through the combustion system will cause improper operation, poor
temperature recovery, poor ignition and could extinguish the pilot.
WARNING
Replacing or adding appliances under a pre-existing fire safety system may require modifications to
the system. ALWAYS contact a professional who is qualified in installing, designing and maintaining
your fire safety system to assure that any appliance located under the fire safety system are
adequately protected.
