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GAS APPLIANCE INSTALLATION
53D9051. Rev 1 03/03
WARNING: Improper installation or operation of a gas appliance in this fireplace can allow unburned gas to leak
out which will cause a fire or explosion hazard, or the release of poisonous carbon monoxide into the dwelling
which can cause serious injury or death to its inhabitants. To reduce these risks to a minimum, the following
important notices and instructions should be read and followed carefully.
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MPORTANT NOTICES:
1. The provision for a gas line is intended for connection to a decorative gas appliance which has an automatic
shutoff device and complies with the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliances for Installation in Vented
Fireplaces, ANSI Z21.60. If a decorative gas appliance is installed, it must be installed in accordance with
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.
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AUTION: When a decorative gas appliance is installed, the fireplace damper must be set in the fully open
position at all times.
WARNING: THIS FIREPLACE HAS NOT BEEN TESTED WITH AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET. TO
REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY, DO NOT INSTALL AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET INTO
FIREPLACE.
THE INSTALLER OF THE FIREPLACE AND GAS APPLIANCE MUST DESCRIBE THE OPERATION
OF THE FIREPLACE AND APPLIANCE TO THE PEOPLE WHO WILL BE OPERATING THEM AND
LEAVE ALL INSTRUCTION MANUALS WITH THE OPERATOR OF THE APPLIANCE.
2. An approved gas shut off valve must be located outside the fireplace in an area accessible to the users of
the fireplace.
3. All gas piping and fittings must be either steel or malleable iron.
4. Some code authorities prohibit or place restrictions on the use of gas appliances in fireplaces. Check with
local code authorities before proceeding with the installation.
5. The gas appliance and all connecting gas piping should only be installed by a licensed gas appliance
installer. See Figure 11 for the gas line opening dimensions on the fireplace.
6. The installer should advise the persons who will use the appliance to set the fireplace damper in the full
open position when the appliance is in use.
The following instructions only apply to passing the gas line through the fireplace wall. Follow the instructions
provided with the gas appliance for particular installation instructions regarding that gas appliance.
1. Remove the side brick from the fireplace and locate the dimple “B” referred to by figure 27.
2. Tap out a round hole in the brick liner with a hammer by tapping lightly on the recessed area.
3. Remove the two screws that hold the cover plate on the jacket wrap and discard the cover plate.
4. Use a screwdriver or similar tool to push the loose insulation out of the tube between the firebox and the
outer jacket of the fireplace.
5. Install the gas pipe through the tube between the firebox and jacket.
6. Attach the gas appliance to the gas pipe according to the instructions provided with the gas appliance.
7. Pack the insulation removed in step 4 around the pipe to prevent air flowing through the tube either into or
out of the firebox.
8. Be sure the gas is turned off at the appliance, then turn the gas on at the cut off valve and test the gas line
connections for leaks with soapy water solution or a liquid leak detector. If a gas leak is detected, turn the
gas off immediately and fix the leak. DANGER: Do not use candles, matches or other ignition sources
when checking for gas leaks. Fuel gases are very flammable and in certain concentrations, explosive.
Checking for leaks with an open flame may lead to fire or explosion.
9. Proceed with installation and adjustment of the gas appliance as directed by the instructions provided with
the gas appliance. If a gas leak is detected, turn the gas off immediately and fix the leak.