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KHLDV Series Gas Fireplace
InStaLLatIon precautIonS
Consult local building codes before beginning the
installation. The installer must make sure to select the
proper vent system for installation. Before installing vent
kit, the installer must read this fireplace manual and vent
kit instructions.
Only a qualified installer/service person should install vent-
ing system. The installer must follow these safety rules:
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Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection.
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Use extreme caution when using ladders or when on
rooftops.
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Be aware of electrical wiring locations in walls and ceil-
ings.
The following actions will void the warranty on your vent-
ing system:
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Installation of any damaged venting component.
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Unauthorized modification of the venting system.
•
Installation of any component part not manufactured or
approved by Vermont Castings Group.
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Installation other than permitted by these instructions.
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read all instructions completely and
thoroughly before attempting installation.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury,
property damage or loss of life. operation
of improperly installed and maintained
venting system could result in serious injury,
property damage or loss of life.
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Failure to follow these instructions will void
the warranty.
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this fireplace must be vented to the outside.
the venting system must neVer be attached
to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel
burning appliance. each gas appliance must
use a separate vent system. Do not use
common vent systems.
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Horizontal sections of this vent system
require a minimum of 3" clearances to
combustibles at the top of the flue and 1"
clearance at the sides and bottom
until the
flue penetrates the outside wall.
a minimum
1" clearance all around the flue is acceptable
at this point of penetration. unless the
vertical run is 7
Z\x
' or higher from floor of
fireplace, the clearance for horizontal run
is 1" on all sides.
Vertical sections of this vent system require
a minimum of 2" clearance to combustibles
at the top of the unit directly above the
stand-off. a minimum of 1" clearance all
around the flue is acceptable thereafter.
24" Vertical Rise
Required Before
Horizontal Run
**1”
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Vent pipe clearances
**1”
*3”
400/500 - 73”
(1854 mm)
600 - 79”
(2007 mm)
CL
of pipe
* A minimum of 3" clearance to the top is required along horizontal length
until flue pipe penetrates outside wall.
** A minimum 1" clearance to combustibles permitted all around flue at
outside wall
Figure 7 -
Combustible Clearances for Vent Pipe
FP2131