Owner`s manual
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PRE-INSTALLATION AND PREPARATION SAFETY GUIDELINES
This fi replace is designed to be installed with select R.H.P. vented/unvented gas appliances. The following
3 sections of warnings apply to this complete setup type:
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 ALL VENT OPENINGS ON THE FIREPLACE REMAIN CLEAR AND FREE OF ALL
OBSTRUCTIONS AT ALL TIMES AND DURING ALL WEATHER CONDITIONS.
C. SOLID FUEL MUST NOT BE BURNED in the fi replace.
D. CHECK GAS TYPE (natural gas or propane): The gas supply you intend to use may not be the same as that
stated on the burner rating plate as purchased. If the gas supply is different, DO NOT INSTALL, and contact
the dealer for assistance.
E. FOR NATURAL GAS: The minimum inlet gas-supply pressure for purposes of input adjustment is 5" water
column (w.c.), and the maximum inlet gas-supply pressure is 10.5 " w.c.
FOR PROPANE GAS: 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 THE GAS APPLIANCE IF MINIMUM
PRESSURE IS NOT AVAILABLE OR IF MAXIMUM PRESSURE IS EXCEEDED.
F. The gas piping system must be sized to provide minimum inlet pressure at the maximum fl ow rate
(BTU/hr). Undue pressure loss will occur if the pipe is too small, or the run is too long. Gas supply pipe must
be
1
/
2
" minimum interior diameter. If the gas line is longer than 20', a larger diameter line may be necessary.
Refer to the NFPA 54 guidelines for further details.
G. 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.
H. The gas appliance and the 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
1
/
2
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
1
/
2
psi (3.5 kPa).
I. When a gas appliance is for connection to a fi xed piping system, the installation must conform with local codes,
or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54; International Fuel
Gas Code, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1; or Propane Storage and Handling Code,
B149.2, as applicable. The appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local
codes, or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70; or the Canadian
Electrical Code, CSA C22.1, if applicable.
J. INSTALLER NOTE: This unit should be installed so that it can be removed if service is required.
K. GAS-SUPPLY PLUMBING REQUIREMENTS
Apply only joint compounds that are resistant to all gasses on all male pipe fi ttings. Make sure to tighten every
joint securely. Do not use pipe joint compound to connect fl are fi ttings. Bring the gas-supply pipe up from
beneath the hearth or directly behind the hearth as appropriate for your installation.
CAUTION: Installation and maintenance must be done by an NFI Certifi ed or other qualifi ed professional service
technician. Installer, read these instructions (and all other instructions provided with separately
purchased product) before installing. Be sure you understand all safety precautions and warnings
contained in the manual(s).
Note: An external on/off valve in the gas line is optional for safety when the unit is not in use. It also
provides for convenient maintenance and repair.