Vermont Casting SR18SHK Indoor Fireplace User Manual


 
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CAUTION: If you answered “NO” to any item, or have any questions regarding your installation, please
contact your dealer/distributor for assistance.
Are you burning Natural Gas? If you have Propane Gas, you need to purchase a factory
authorized safety pilot kit (see below).
Is the gas supply inlet pressure correct?
NG: Min. 5.5” w.c./Max. 14.0” w.c.
Does the firebox meet the minimum size dimensions below?
Is your fireplace plumbed with gas on the right side (facing) of the fireplace?
If not, see Page 4.
Is the gas supply line sized properly (Minimum 1/2” iron pipe)?
Do you have a solid fuel (wood burning) fireplace with a vented flue?
Do you have a manual gas supply valve installed at your fireplace? If not, a licensed
plumber, gas company technician or other qualified installer must install one.
Have you checked local building codes? (Check with your local building department)
Does your fireplace have a wire mesh screen in place?
Pre-Installation Checklist Yes No
NOTE: Use of a Pilot or LP Conversion Kit will add 3” to the minimum width requirements. Refer to the pilot
kit’s installation instructions.
Minimum Firebox Dimensions Minimum Gas Fuel Line
Set Input Width Flue Pressure
Minimum Clearances & Specifications
Natural Gas Units
Size Btu/hr Back Front Depth Height Size Minimum Maximum
18” 65,000 16” 33” 15” 18” 51 sq.in. 5.5” w.c. 14.0” w.c.
24” 90,000 20” 36” 15” 18” 51 sq.in. 5.5” w.c. 14.0” w.c.
30” 90,000 27” 39” 15” 18” 51 sq.in. 5.5” w.c. 14.0” w.c.
Propane (LP) Conversion
USE OF THIS SET WITH LP OR PROPANE FUEL REQUIRES THE INSTALALTIN OF ONE OF OUR
FACTORY AUTHORIZED SAFETY PILOT KITS:
MODEL SPK P - Pilot Kit with Piezo Spark Ignition
MODEL RVKRP - Millivolt PIlot Kit with Remote Control Capabilities