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BLDV7 Series Gas Fireplace
FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
CHECK GAS TYPE
Use proper gas type for the fireplace you are installing.
If you have conflicting gas type, do not install fireplace.
See dealer where you purchased the fireplace for proper
fireplace for your gas type or conversion kit.
INSTALL GAS PIPING TO FIREPLACE /
BURNER SYSTEM LOCATION
CAUTION
For propane/LP units, never connect fireplace
directly to the propane/LP supply. This burner system
requires an external regulator (not supplied). Install
the external regulator between the burner system and
propane/LP supply.
INSTALLATION ITEMS NEEDED
Before installing fireplace and burner system, make sure
you have the items listed below.
•
External regulator
•
Tee joint
•
Pipe wrench
•
Equipment shutoff valve*
•
Test gauge connection*
•
Sediment trap (recommended)
•
Piping (check local codes)
•
Sealant (resistant to propane/LP gas)
(supplied by installer)
•
approved flexible gas line with gas connector (if allowed
by local codes — not provided)
* A CSA design-certified equipment shutoff valve with
1/8" NPT tap is an acceptable alternative to test gauge
connection. Purchase the CSA design-certified equip
-
ment shutoff valve from your dealer.
For propane/LP connections only, the installer must supply
an external regulator. The external regulator will reduce
incoming gas pressure. You must reduce incoming gas
pressure to between 11 and 13 inches of water. If you do
not reduce incoming gas pressure, burner system regulator
damage could occur. Install external regulator with the vent
pointing down as shown in
Figure 30.
Pointing the vent
down protects it from freezing rain or sleet.
FP1977
external regulator
Figure 30 -
External Regulator with Vent Pointing Down
(Propane/LP Only)
FP1977
External
Regulator
100 lb. (min)
Propane/LP
Supply Tank
Vent Pointing
Down
CAUTION
Use only new black iron or steel pipe. Internally
tinned copper or copper tubing can be used per
National Fuel Code, Section 2.6.3, providing gas
meets hydrogen sulfide limits, and where permitted
by local codes. Gas piping system must be sized to
provide minimum inlet pressure (listed on data plate)
at the maximum flow rate (BTU/hr). Undue pressure
loss will occur if the pipe is too small.
When using copper or flex connectors use only fittings
approved for gas connections. The gas control inlet is
3/8" NPT.
WARNING
A qualified installer or service person must connect
appliance to gas supply.
Follow all local codes.