Specifications
DFS Series Vent Free Fireplace
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The use of outside air for combustion is optional unless
required by building codes. It is only necessary to supply
outside combustion air to one side of the replace. Use the
model AK4 combustion air kit.
1. Remove the cover plate from the 4" outlet opening loca-
tion on the left or right outside of the replace.
2. Place the insulation ring between the AK-4 starting collar
and replace wall.
3. Place the starting collar (4") into the hole on the side
of replace. Fasten it in place with the four sheet metal
screws provided. Figures 37 and 38
FP1900
OA start collar
8/08
Left Side of
Fireplace
Insulation Ring
Sheet Metal
Screws
AK-4 Starting
Collar
Shorter End
of Air Starting
Collar
FP1900
FP1901
secure outside duct
8/08
Air Starting
Collar
Duct
Screws
Left Side of
Fireplace
FP1901
FP1904
AK4 install
8/08
6” Diameter
Hole
Screw
Duct
Extending
3” Min.
AK-4 Inlet
Air Vent
Nail
Holes
Screws
FP1904
The air starting collar extends through the replace
outer wrap. When the air starting collar is securely
attached, it will form a seal against the replace wall.
4. Attach outside duct to starting collar with duct clamp or
screws. Figure 39
5. Cut a 6-inch diameter opening for model AK-4 in the
outside wall covering where the outside vent is to be
located. Figure 39
6. Select and cut a piece of duct long enough to attach to
the replace and stick out at least 3" beyond the face of
the wall to which the AK-4 inlet air vent will be attached.
Figure 38










