Heat & Glo LifeStyle Escape-42DV Indoor Fireplace User Manual


 
Heat & Glo • Escape-42DV • 2052-900 Rev. Y • 11/1132
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Appliance Preparation
A. Removing Non-combustible Facing Ma-
terial Assembly
The non-combustible assembly is located on the back side
of appliance.
• Hold non-combustible pieces in place.
• Remove and save two screws from upper bracket.
• Remove non-combustible pieces.
• Remove and save three screws from lower bracket.
• Discard brackets.
• Replace screws in holes where brackets were attached
to appliance.
Handle with care.
Non-combustible material may be damaged if dropped.
CAUTION
Nailing tabs
(Both sides)
B. Securing and Leveling the Appliance
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Prevent contact with:
• Sagging or loose insulation
• Insulation backing or plastic
• Framing and other combustible materials
Block openings into the chase to prevent entry of blown-
in insulation. Make sure insulation and other materials
are secured.
DO NOT notch the framing around the appliance
standoffs.
Failure to maintain air space clearance may cause
overheating and re.
The diagram shows how to properly position and secure
the appliance (see Figure 9.1). Nailing tabs are provided
to secure the appliance to the framing members.
• Bend out nailing tabs on each side.
• Place the appliance into position.
• Keep nailing tabs fl ush with the framing.
• Level the appliance from side to side and front to back.
• Shim the appliance as necessary. It is acceptable to use
wood shims underneath the appliance.
• Secure the appliance to the framing by using nails or
screws through the nailing tabs.
• Secure the appliance to the oor by inserting two screws
through the pilot holes at the bottom of the appliance.
Figure 9.1 Proper Positioning and Securing of an Appliance