Use and Care Manual

PRE-INSTALLATION AND PREPARATION SAFETY GUIDELINES

A. Before installing this unit, check the MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES section to ensure that

the surrounding area is properly sized for the installation.

B. The unit is for outdoor use only. DO NOT install or use this appliance inside a building, garage, or any

other enclosed area, including recreational vehicles and/or boats. This unit must be installed in such

a manner that the vent opening at the base of the unit remains clear and free of all obstructions

at all times and during all weather conditions.

C. CHECK GAS TYPE (natural gas or propane): The gas supply you intend to use may not be the same as

that stated on the unit rating plate as purchased. If the gas supply is different, convert the unit to the

gas type you intend to use. See the CONVERTING TO A DIFFERENT GAS TYPE SECTION. If you

are unsure, contact the dealer for assistance. ONLY MANUAL UNITS ARE CONVERTIBLE.

D. FOR NATURAL GAS: The minimum inlet gas-supply pressure for purposes of input adjustment is 3.5" water

column (w.c.), and the maximum inlet gas-supply pressure is 10.5 " w.c. FOR PROPANE: The minimum

inlet gas-supply pressure for purposes of input adjustment is 8" w.c., and the maximum inlet gas-supply

pressure is 13" w.c. DO NOT INSTALL THIS UNIT IF MINIMUM PRESSURE IS NOT AVAILABLE OR

IF MAXIMUM PRESSURE IS EXCEEDED.

E. Gas piping system must be sized to provide minimum inlet pressure at the maximum  ow rate (BTU/hr).

Undue pressure loss will occur if the pipe is too small, or the run is too long.

F. For installations at elevations above 2,000 ft., contact your local dealer or gas supplier before installing.

Input ratings should be reduced approximately 4% for each 1,000 ft. above sea level. Refer to the National

Fuel Gas Code.

G. The unit and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas-supply piping system during

any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of

psi (3.5 kPa). This is accomplished

by closing the gas-supply line valve. The unit must be isolated from the gas-supply piping system by

closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas-supply piping system at

test pressures equal to or less than

psi (3.5 kPa).

H. INSTALLER NOTE: This unit should be installed so that it can be removed if service is required.

I. GAS-SUPPLY PLUMBING REQUIREMENTS

Apply only joint compounds that are resistant to all gasses on all male pipe  ttings. Make sure to tighten

every joint securely. Do not use pipe joint compound to connect  are  ttings. Bring the gas-supply pipe

up from beneath the enclosure near its center (if applicable).

CAUTION: Installation and maintenance must be done by an NFI Certi ed or other quali ed professional

installer. Installer, read these instructions before installing this product. Be sure you understand

all safety precautions and warnings contained in this manual.

Note: An external on/off valve in the gas line is required for safety when the unit is not in use. It also

provides for convenient maintenance and repair.