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Gas Line Installation
WARNING!
Plumbing connections should only be performed by a qualified,
licensed plumber . Main gas supply must be off when plumbing
gas line to fireplace or performing service .
Consult all local codes . All gas piping must be installed to comply
with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the latest
edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 .1/NFPA54 .
The 1/2” gas line may enter either from the left side or right side
of the firebox . Gas access holes are provided on both sides of the
firebox .
A listed manual shutoff valve must be installed upstream of the
appliance . A union tee and plugged 1/8” NPT pressure tapping point
should be installed upstream of the appliance .
IMPORTANT: Install main gas valve (equipment shutoff valve) in
an accessible location. The main gas valve is for turning on or
shutting off the gas to the fireplace.
A sediment trap may be upstream of the heater to prevent moisture
and contaminants from passing through trap to the heater controls
and burners . Failure to do so could prevent the heater from operat-
ing reliably . Consult applicable codes .
An external regulator must be used on all propane/L .P .G . heaters,
in addition to the regulator fitted to the heater, to reduce the
supply tank pressure to 13” w .c . (maximum) .
Any copper tubing used to supply propane / L .P .G . from
the tank must be internally tinned .
NOTE:
When connecting propane / L.P.G. vent-free room heaters, you
must use pipe sealant resistant to propane / L.P.G.
IMPORTANT: Hold heater regulator with a wrench to prevent move-
ment when connecting to inlet piping.
Check gas type: The gas supply must be the same as stated on
the heater’s rating plate. If the gas supply is different, DO NOT
INSTALL THE HEATER. Contact your dealer for the correct model
WARNING!
Connecting directly to an unregulated propane / L .P .G . tank can
cause an explosion .
WARNING!
Do no connect directly to natural gas 1/2 PSI or 2 PSI systems .
Always make sure natural gas pressure is regulated 10 .5 w .c .
(maximum before operating the unit) .
After completing connection, test all gas joints from the gas meter to
the gas heater regulator for leaks . Using soap and water solution or a
gas sniffer . DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME .
