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Quadra-Fire • Sapphire • 7055-116 Rev. G • 10/12
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Getting Started
Check building codes prior to installation.
• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state
and national codes and regulations.
• Consult local building, fi re offi cials or authorities having
jurisdiction about restrictions, installation inspection,
and permits.
CAUTION
A. Design & Installation Considerations
B. Tools and Supplies Needed
C. Inspect Appliance & Components
Quadra-Fire direct vent gas appliances are designed to
operate with all combustion air drawn from outside of the
building and all exhaust gases expelled to the outside. No
additional air source is required.
When planning an installation, it is necessary to determine
the following information before installing:
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Where the appliance is to be installed.
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The vent system confi guration to be used.
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Gas supply piping.
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Electrical wiring.
•
Whether optional accessories - devices such as a blower,
thermostat or remote control - are desired.
Before beginning the installation be sure that the following
tools and building supplies are available.
Note: Not all
tools will apply to every installation.
•
Carefully remove the appliance and components from
the
packaging.
•
Remove cast front and glass door, and set aside on pro-
tective surface.
•
Remove log set and component pack from fi rebox.
•
Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment,
particularly the condition of the glass.
•
Read all of the instructions before starting the instal-
lation. Follow these instructions carefully during the
installation to ensure maximum safety and bene
fi
t.
Keep appliance dry.
• Mold or rust may cause odors.
• Water may damage controls.
WARNING
• Installation and use of any damaged appliance or vent
system component.
• Modifi cation of the appliance or vent system.
• Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
Technologies.
• Improper positioning of the gas logs or the glass door.
• Installation and/or use of any component part not approved
by Hearth & Home Technologies.
Any such action may cause a
fi
re hazard.
WARNING
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any
responsibility for, and the
warranty will be
voided
by, the following actions:
Reciprocating saw
Variable Speed Drill/Driver
Pliers Wrench
Set
Hammer Framing
Square
Phillips Screwdriver
Framing Material
Flat Blade Screwdriver Voltmeter
Plumb Line
Gloves
Level Safety
Glasses
Manometer Tape
Measure
Non-corrosive Leak Check Solution or combustible gas
detector
Caulking material (300ºF minimum continuous exposure
rating)
Report damaged parts to dealer.
Inspect appliance and components for
damage. Damaged parts may impair safe
operation.
WARNING
• Do NOT install damaged components.
• Do NOT install incomplete components.
• Do NOT install substitute components.
Young children should be carefully supervised when
they are in the same room as the appliance. Tod-
dlers, young children and others may be susceptible to
accidental contact burns. A physical barrier is recom-
mended if there are at risk individuals in the house. To
restrict access to an appliance, install an adjustable
safety gate to keep toddlers, young children and other
at risk individuals out of the room and away from hot
surfaces.
