INSTALLATION INFORMATION
20306750
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Designer Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
BEFORE YOU START
Read this homeowner manual thoroughly and follow all
instructions carefully. Inspect all contents for shipping
damage and immediately inform your dealer if any damage
is found. Do not install any unit with damaged, incomplete,
or substitute parts. Check your packing list to verify that
all listed parts have been received. You should have the
following:
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Fireplace (Firebox and Burner System)
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Log Set
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Fasteners
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Rock Wool
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Restrictor Plate/Disc (2)
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White Toggle Switch
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Switch Cover Plate
ITEMS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION
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Phillips Screwdriver
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Framing Materials
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Hammer
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Wall Finishing Materials
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Saw and/or saber saw
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Level
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Measuring Tape
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Pliers
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Electric Drill and Bits
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Square
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Pipe Wrench
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Tee Joint
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Noncombustible Panel
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Caulking Material (noncombustible)
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Fireplace Surround Material (noncombustible)
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Piping Complying with Local Codes
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Pipe Sealant Approved for use with Propane/LPG
(Resistant to sulfur compounds)
W
ARNING
Do not fill spaces around firebox with
insulation or other materials. This could
cause a fire.
FIREBOX FRAMING
Firebox framing can be built before or after the appliance
is set in place. Construct firebox framing following
Figure
5, 6 or 7
for your specific installation requirements. The
framing headers may rest on the top of the firebox stand
-
offs. Do not bring headers below top of standoffs.
NOTE:
When planning your framing and installation, keep in mind
that the gas line and electric power come in on the same
end of the fireplace. Refer to Figures 2, 3 & 4 for fireplace
dimensions.
The firebox may be installed directly on a combustible floor
or raised on a platform of an appropriate height. When
the firebox is installed directly on carpeting, tile, or other
combustible material, other than wood flooring, the firebox
shall be installed on a metal or wood panel extending the
full width and depth of the enclosure.
COLD CLIMATE INSULATION
If you live in a cold climate, seal all cracks
around your appliance, and wherever cold air
could enter the room, with noncombustible
material. It is especially important to insulate
the outside chase cavity between the studs
and under the floor on which the appliance
rests, if the floor is above ground level.
NOTE
FINISHING MATERIAL
NOTE:
Any remote wiring (i.e. remote control, wall switch,
and optional fan) must be done prior to final finishing to
avoid costly reconstruction.
Only noncombustible materials (i.e. brick, tile, slate, steel,
or other materials with a UL fire rating of Zero) may be
used to cover the black surface of the appliance. A 300°F
minimum adhesive may be used to attach facing materi-
als to the black surface. If joints between the finished wall
and the fireplace surround are sealed, a 300°F minimum
sealant material (General Electric RTV103 or equivalent)
must be used.
NOTE:
Refer to cold climate pilot information on Page 46
for more information on standing pilot vs. intermittent pilot
options.
