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Figure 2 - Typical Two-Sided Fireplace
Installation
INTRODUCTION
Models (V)GL36ST/P and (V)GL36STE/EP are
decorative gas appliances that use a millivolt
gas control and piezo pilot or an electronic gas
control valve with an electronic ignition system
respectively. These systems require a 6", B-type
venting system for operation.
The 6" B-type vent is not supplied by FMI
PRODUCTS,LLC . For installation guidelines,
check your B-vent instructions.
WARNING: This gas appli-
ancemustnotbeconnectedto
achimneyueservicingasolid
fuelburningappliance.
Models (V)GL36ST and (V)GL36STE are smooth
face units for natural gas only. The (V)GL36STP
and (V)GL36STEP are smooth face units for
propane/LP gas only. To determine which type of
gas your unit is approved and tested for, check the
rating plate on the lift-out plate located inside the
rebox under the access panel.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Before beginning the installation of your appli-
ance, read these instructions through completely.
This appliance and its approved components are
safe when installed according to this installation
manual and are operated as recommended by
FMI PRODUCTS, LLC. Unless you use FMI
PRODUCTS,LL approved components tested
for this appliance, YOU MAY CAUSE A FIRE
HAZARD!
The FMI PRODUCTS,LLC warranty will be voided
by and FMI PRODUCTS,LLC disclaims any respon-
sibility for the following actions :
A) Modification of the appliance or any of
the components manufactured by FMI
PRODUCTS,LLC unless otherwise permitted
by FMI PRODUCTS,LLC.
B) Use of any component part not approved by
FMI PRODUCTS,LLC in combination with
this appliance.
C) Installation and/or operation in a manner other
than instructed in this manual.
D) The burning of anything other than the type of
gas approved for use in this gas appliance.
This 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.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in
the absence of local codes, with the current National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
This appliance complies with ANSI Z21.50 as a
Vented Gas Appliance and is listed and tested by
the PFS Corporation.
WARNING: Installation of
thisapplianceshouldbedone
by a qualied service person
well trainedin the installation
of such appliances. You will
alsoneedabuildingpermitfrom
your local Building and Safety
Commissionerbeforeinstalling
thisappliance;otherwiseyour
insurance company may not
cover this appliance.
NOTICE: This appliance is not
intendedtobeusedasaprimary
source of heat.
SELECTING LOCATION
To determine the safest and most efcient location
for your appliance, you must take into consider-
ation the following guidelines:
1. The location must allow for proper clearances
(see Clearances, page 6). Note: This decora-
tive appliance is not designed for outdoor
installation.
2. The location should be in a place where drafts,
air conditioning ducts, windows or doors will
not affect replace heat output.
3. A location that avoids the cutting of joists
or roof rafters will make installation easier.
Figure 2 shows a typical two-sided replace
installation.
IMPORTANT: All replace openings must be
located at least 3 feet from facing wall or com-
bustible material.
Existing
Side
Wall
4" From Opening to
Perpendicular Wall
Projected
Wall